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Disposal instructions

Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. 
To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, 
please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and 
Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit 
http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm
http://www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability04.htm 

Mercury advisory

For projectors or electronic products containing an LCD/CRT monitor or display:
Lamp(s) inside this product contain mercury and must be recycled or disposed of 
according to local, state or federal laws. For more information, contact the 
Electronic Industries Alliance at www.eiae.org. For lamp-specific disposal 
information, check www.lamprecycle.org.

ENERGY STAR

Acer's ENERGY STAR qualified products save your money by 
reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without 
sacrificing features or performance. Acer is proud to offer our 
customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark.
What is ENERGY STAR?
Products that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and 

prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines 
set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Acer is committed to offer 
products and services worldwide that help customers save money, conserve 
energy and improve the quality of our environment. The more energy we can 
save through higher energy efficiency, the more we reduce greenhouse gases 
and the risks of climate change. More information refers to 
http://www.energystar.gov.

Note: The statement above is applicable only to Acer system with 

an ENERGY STAR sticker.

Summary of Contents for AR3700-U3002

Page 1: ...AcerSystem User Guide AS001 ...

Page 2: ...__ Purchase date ___________________________________ Place of purchase ________________________________ Copyright 2010 All Rights Reserved AcerSystem User Guide Original Issue 02 2010 AcerSystem Desktop Computer Visit http registration acer com and discover the benefits of being an Acer customer ...

Page 3: ...he power outlet you plug the power cord into is easily accessible and located as close to the equipment operator as possible When you need to disconnect power to the equipment be sure to unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet Warnings Do not use this product near water Do not place this product on an unstable cart stand or table If the product falls it could be seriously damaged Slots an...

Page 4: ...er cord Do not locate this product where people will walk on the cord If an extension cord is used with this product make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating Also make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating Do not overload a power outlet s...

Page 5: ...ct The product was exposed to rain or water The product has been dropped or the case has been damaged The product exhibits a distinct change in performance indicating a need for service The product does not operate normally after following the operating instructions Note Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result...

Page 6: ...amp specific disposal information check www lamprecycle org ENERGY STAR Acer s ENERGY STAR qualified products save your money by reducing energy cost and protecting the environment without sacrificing features or performance Acer is proud to offer our customers products with the ENERGY STAR mark What is ENERGY STAR Products that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas ...

Page 7: ...ands wrists arms shoulders neck or back Numbness or a burning or tingling sensation Aching soreness or tenderness Pain swelling or throbbing Stiffness or tightness Coldness or weakness If you have these symptoms or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and or pain related to computer use consult a physician immediately and inform your company s health and safety department The following sec...

Page 8: ...ity Eliminate glare and reflections by Placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window or any light source Minimizing room light by using drapes shades or blinds Using a task light Changing the display s viewing angle Using a glare reduction filter Using a display visor such as a piece of cardboard extended from the display s top front edge Avoid adjusting your display to an awkw...

Page 9: ...he package 6 Connecting peripherals 7 Starting your computer 7 Shutting down your computer 7 Audio and Video Set up Procedures 7 Frequently asked questions 10 Taking care of your computer 12 Important tips 12 Cleaning and servicing 12 To clean your computer and keyboard 12 To clean your pointing device 13 To clean your monitor 13 When to contact a service technician 13 Asking for technical assista...

Page 10: ...Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 18 Federal Communications Commission 21 Remark All images are for reference purposes only Actual configuration may vary ...

Page 11: ... Note To charge the device connect the USB cable charger to the wireless touchpad or dock the wireless touchpad into the console Icon Item 1 Wireless touchpad eject button 2 Volume wheel 3 Wireless touchpad battery indicator 4 Wireless touchpad removable supports keyboard and mouse modes 5 Optical disc drive 6 USB RF 2 4 GHz receiver 7 Media card reader selected models only 8 Power button ...

Page 12: ... DC adapter 1 Delta 65W LV5 LPS ADP 65JH DBA 2 CP 65W LV5 LPS HP A0652R3B 1LF Icon Item 1 Power socket 2 RJ 45 Ethernet connector 3 HDMI port 4 S PDIF port 5 TV tunner Indoor use only selected models only 6 Microphone jack 7 Speaker or headphone jack 8 USB port ...

Page 13: ...3 English Using the wireless touchpad Slide the button to the right to eject the wireless touchpad Mouse mode ...

Page 14: ...pad between mouse mode and keyboard mode 1 Press the power button once to turn on or switch between mouse and keyboard modes 2 Press and hold for 3 seconds to turn off Note Press the toggle key and USB RF 2 4 GHz receiver button for 5 seconds to start ID paring Press and hold the power button in keyboard mode for 3 seconds to turn on ...

Page 15: ...keyboard has a Caps lock key which you can toggle on and off When Caps Lock is on all alphabetic characters typed are in uppercase Energy Saving 1 Mouse mode Automatic turn off after 5 minutes of being idle 2 Keyboard mode Backlight LED will turn off after a minute of being idle and the touchpad will automatically turn off after 4 minutes Note The specifications listed above are for reference only...

Page 16: ...tem too close to other electrical equipment Do not place the system in high traffic areas or where the power cord or other cords may be stepped on Avoid placing the system in any location that is excessively dusty or damp CAUTION Please use the foot stand when placing your PC in the upright position Opening the package Open the package carefully and keep all packing materials for later use Ensure ...

Page 17: ...g down your computer Put the system to sleep mode by pressing the power button on the keyboard From the Start menu select Shut Down and click OK Note Please leave your computer on sleep mode rather than turning it off In the event of a system crash press and hold the power button on the front of the system for four seconds After the system has shut down turn off all peripheral devices Audio and Vi...

Page 18: ...on Area Click Playback Device to open a window that displays the available devices Choose the device that you want to set as the default output device Right click on it then click Set as Default Device The default audio output device will be changed Output device priority if supported 1st 2nd 3rd USB Speaker Analog HDMI ...

Page 19: ...ing up displays Right click on the desktop and choose Screen resolution Choose the monitor that you want to set as the primary monitor and check Make this my main display then press Apply and OK to change the setting ...

Page 20: ...e If yes remove or replace it with a system diskette and press Ctrl Alt Del to restart your computer The operating system files may be damaged or missing Insert the start up disk you created during Windows setup into the floppy drive and press Ctrl Alt Del to restart your computer This will automatically diagnose your system and make necessary fixes However if the diagnostic utility still reports ...

Page 21: ... on If headphones earphones or external speakers are connected to the line out jack of your computer the internal or built in speakers are automatically turned off Q System cannot read diskette hard disk CD or DVD information A Check the following Make sure that you are using the correct type of disk Make sure the CD or DVD is inserted into the drive correctly Check if the CD or DVD is clean and n...

Page 22: ... computer to dust and dirt Never place the system on uneven surfaces Do not step on the power cord or place heavy objects on top of it Carefully route the power cord and any cables away from personal traffic When unplugging the power cord do not pull on the cord itself but pull on the plug The total ampere rating of the equipment plugged in should not exceed the ampere rating of the cord if you ar...

Page 23: ...contact a service technician If you dropped and damaged the computer If liquid has been spilled into the computer If the computer is not operating normally If a computer problem persists even after you have checked and applied the troubleshooting tips discussed in the Frequently asked questions section on page 10 If your problem is not listed in the Frequently asked questions section on page 10 If...

Page 24: ...eorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the device and receiver Connect the device into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio television technician for help Notice Shielded cables All connections to other computing devices must be made using shielded cables to maintain compliance wi...

Page 25: ...cause undesired operation Notice Canadian users This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Remarque à l intention des utilisateurs canadiens Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB 003 du Canada Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby Acer declares that this PC series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisi...

Page 26: ... give you an opportunity to maintain uninterrupted telephone service If this equipment should fail to operate properly disconnect the equipment from the phone line to determine if it is causing the problem If the problem is with the equipment discontinue use and contact your dealer or vendor Caution To reduce the risk of fire use only No 26 AWG or larger UL Listed or CSA Certified Telecommunicatio...

Page 27: ...ipment shall go on hook for a period of not less than 30 seconds between the end of one attempt and the beginning of the next call attempt 4 Some parameters required for compliance with Telecom s Telepermit requirements are dependent on the equipment PC associated with this device In order to operate within the limits for compliance with Telecom s specifications the associated equipment shall be s...

Page 28: ... device must be used in strict accordance with the regulations and constraints in the country of use For further information please contact local office in the country of use Please see http ec europa eu enterprise rtte implem htm for the lastest country list Canada Low power license exempt radio communication devices RSS 210 a Common information Operation is subject to the following two condition...

Page 29: ...2004 108 EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standards EN55022 AS NZS CISPR22 Class B EN55024 EN55013 Applicable to product built with TV tuner module EN55020 Applicable to product built with TV tuner module EN61000 3 2 Class D EN61000 3 3 Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard EN60950 1 EN60065 Applicable to product...

Page 30: ...99 5 EC as attested by conformity with the following harmonized standard Article 3 1 a Health and Safety EN60950 1 EN62311 Article 3 1 b EMC EN301 489 1 EN301 489 3 Applicable to non bluetooth wireless keyboard mouse set EN301 489 17 Article 3 2 Spectrum Usages EN300 440 2 Applicable to non bluetooth wireless keyboard mouse set EN300 328 EN301 893 Applicable to 5GHz high performance RLAN Year to b...

Page 31: ...harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation The following local Manufacturer Importer is responsible for this declaration Product Personal Computer Trade Name Acer Model Number AcerSystem SKU Number XXX xxx x 0 9 a z A Z or Blank Name of Responsible Party Acer America Corporation Address of Responsible Party...

Page 32: ...22 English Remark All images are for reference purposes only Actual configuration may vary V10A2 ...

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