G-sensor Connecting to a 3G network ..... 29 Keyboard cover (optional) ........ 31 Power management Keyboard front view ........31 Acer Green Instant On........54 Hotkeys ............. 33 Saving power........... 55 Inserting the computer into the keyboard cover ......... 33...
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Securing your computer How do I check for Windows updates? ..........75 Using passwords..........63 Where can I get more information?..75 Entering passwords ........64 Troubleshooting..........76 Frequently asked questions Troubleshooting tips......... 76 Requesting service........... 67 Error messages........76 Tips and hints for using Windows 8 ....
AFETY AND COMFORT AFETY INSTRUCTIONS Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
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- 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.
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- Do not increase the volume to block out noisy surroundings. - Decrease the volume if you can't hear people speaking near you. General - 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.
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Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel when: - The power cord or plug is damaged, cut or frayed. - Liquid was spilled into the product. - The product was exposed to rain or water. - The product has been dropped or the case has been damaged.
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Dispose of batteries according to local regulations. Please recycle when possible. Do not dispose as household waste. - Note: Please refer to www.acer.com for battery shipping documents. - Warning! Batteries may explode if not handled properly. Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire.
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materials may be attracted to the device, and persons with hearing aids should not hold the device to the ear with the hearing aid. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the device, because information stored on them may be erased. EDICAL DEVICES Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices.
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equipment in your vehicle is mounted and operating properly. Do not store or carry flammable liquids, gases, or explosive materials in the same compartment as the device, its parts, or enhancements. For vehicles equipped with an air bag, remember that air bags inflate with great force.
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Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit www.acer-group.com/public/ Sustainability/sustainability01.htm IPS AND INFORMATION FOR COMFORTABLE USE Computer users may complain of eyestrain and headaches after prolonged use. Users are also at risk of physical injury after long hours of working in front of a computer. Long work periods, bad posture, poor work habits, stress, inadequate working conditions, personal health and other factors greatly increase the risk of physical injury.
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- Stand up and walk around regularly to remove the strain on your leg muscles. - Take short rests to relax your neck and shoulders. - Avoid tensing your muscles or shrugging your shoulders. - Install the external display, keyboard and mouse properly and within comfortable reach.
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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 awkward viewing angle. - Avoid looking at bright light sources for extended periods of time. Developing good work habits The following work habits make computer use more relaxing and productive: - Take short breaks regularly and often.
IRST THINGS F I R S T We would like to thank you for making an Acer comptuer your choice for meeting your mobile computing needs. Your guides To help you use your Acer computer, we have designed a set of guides: First off, the setup poster helps you get started with setting up your computer.
• Tap the Settings charm > Power > Shut down. To turn the power off (to get into BIOS upon reboot), do the following: • Tap the Settings charm > Change PC settings > General. Under "Advanced startup", tap Restart now. The "Choose an option" screen displays.
• Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture. • Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer. • Do not subject the computer to heavy shock or vibration. • Do not expose the computer to dust or dirt. •...
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2. Disconnect the AC adapter. 3. Use a soft, moist cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners. If either of the following occurs: • The computer has been dropped or the body has been damaged; • The computer does not operate normally Please refer to "Frequently asked questions"...
C E R COMPUTER TOUR After setting up your device as illustrated in the setup poster, let us show you around your new Acer computer. You can enter information into you new computer via the touchscreen. Computer Your device contains two optional components: the keyboard cover and cradle.
Web camera for video communication. webcam Windows key Press once to open the Start menu. Note: Display orientation may be fixed when apps designed for a specific orientation are running. These include games and other full-screen apps. 20 - Your Acer computer tour...
When making video calls, you should always hold the computer in landscape orientation. Back view Item Description Integrated webcam Web camera for video communication. Camera indicator Lights up when camera is active. light Your Acer computer tour - 21...
Insert a 3G SIM card to enable 3G slot (optional) communication. The SIM card connectors need to face up towards the screen. Ventilation and Allows the computer to stay cool. cooling fan Do not cover or obstruct the openings. 22 - Your Acer computer tour...
Bottom view RESET No. Item Description Insert a paperclip into the hole and press for Reset four seconds to reset the computer (simulates removing and reinstalling the battery). Speakers Delivers stereo audio output. Your Acer computer tour - 23...
Internal microphone for sound Microphone recording. Supports high-definition digital video micro HDMI port connections. Connects to USB devices. USB 3.0 port A USB 3.0 port can be distinguished by its blue connector (see below). 24 - Your Acer computer tour...
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Information on USB 3.0 • Compatible with USB 3.0 and earlier USB devices. • For optimal performance, use USB 3.0-certified devices. • Defined by the USB 3.0 (SuperSpeed USB) specification. Your Acer computer tour - 25...
The computer is off. Environment • Temperature: • Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C • Humidity (non-condensing): • Operating: 20% to 80% • Non-operating: 20% to 80% 26 - Your Acer computer tour...
SIM card. You may damage the card or your computer if power it still on. Your computer supports SMS (or text) messages using third-party apps. You can download these apps from the Windows Store. Your Acer computer tour - 27...
Note: The computer itself may come with a SIM card lock meaning you will only be able to use the SIM card provided by your network operator. To cancel the SIM lock, contact your network provider. 28 - Your Acer computer tour...
1. Swipe the right-hand edge of screen inwards and then tap the Settings charm. 2. Tap the Network connection icon. 3. Long tap your 3G service provider to bring up the pop-up windows. Your Acer computer tour - 29...
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4. Tap View connection properties and then tap the Profile tab. 5. Set the "Access point" to Custom and then enter the "Access Point name (APN)", "User name" and "Password" information. For this information, please contact your 3G service provider. 30 - Your Acer computer tour...
As such, small warped areas may occur with use. This does not affect the holder’s effectiveness. Keyboard front view No. Icon Item Description Indicates the keyboard’s battery Battery LED status (see table below). Your Acer computer tour - 31...
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Orange (blinking The keyboard is not plugged in and the battery is quickly) critically low or there is an abnormal state. The keyboard is in pairing mode (the function LED Orange (blinking) also blinks). 32 - Your Acer computer tour...
Inserting the computer into the keyboard cover Note: Always use caution when using and transporting the keyboard cover. Acer recommends using two hands when holding the keyboard case. 1. Open the keyboard case on a flat surface. 2. Place the bottom part of the computer into the holder’s bottom section.
4. Place the holder into the keyboard’s channel to put the computer in position. Note: To avoid possible damage, do not carry the holder with the computer facing outside. Removing the computer from the keyboard cover 34 - Your Acer computer tour...
4. To turn off the keyboard, press and hold the keyboard's Power button until the function LED blinks. Release the Power button. Note: To save power, turn the keyboard off when not in use. Your Acer computer tour - 35...
Note: The passcode is only valid for one minute. If the passcode disappears or if you enter a wrong passcode, repeat the steps above to pair. 7. Once pairing is complete, the function LED will stop blinking. 36 - Your Acer computer tour...
Press and hold the keyboard's Power button again until the function LED comes on. 2. The keyboard may be out of charge. See "Charging the keyboard" on page 37. Cradle The following set of images show you the optional cradle. Your Acer computer tour - 37...
Front view No. Icon Item Description Connects to the computer’s USB USB connector port. Provides power from the cradle to the DC-out jack computer. 38 - Your Acer computer tour...
Back view (stand not shown) No. Item Description Portrait view Insert the stand here to rest the computer in slot portrait view. Landscape Insert the stand here to rest the computer in view slot landscape view. Your Acer computer tour - 39...
Description Connect to USB devices. A USB 3.0 port can be distinguished USB 3.0 ports by its blue connector (see below). To use the cradle’s USB ports, you must plug in the power adapter. 40 - Your Acer computer tour...
To insert the computer into the cradle, do the following: 1. Place the cradle in landscape view. Place the computer into the cradle’s channel with the Windows key at the bottom. The cradle’s USB Your Acer computer tour - 41...
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DC-out jack are now aligned with the computer’s USB port and DC-in jack. 2. Slide the computer to the left until it stops (the cradle’s USB connector and DC-out jack should NOT be visible). 42 - Your Acer computer tour...
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1. Place the cradle in landscape view. Hold the cradle with one hand and push the computer as shown. 2. Ensure the computer has cleared the cradle’s USB connector and lift the computer out of the cradle. Your Acer computer tour - 43...
(USB) N I V E R S A L E R I A L The USB port is a high-speed serial bus which allows you to connect USB peripherals without taking up system resources. 44 - Universal Serial Bus (USB)
H D M I M ICRO HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) is an industry-supported, uncompressed, all-digital audio/video interface. HDMI provides an interface between any compatible digital audio/video source, such as a set-top box, DVD player, and A/V receiver and a compatible digital audio and/or video monitor, such as a digital television (DTV), over a single cable.
S I N G T H E VIRTUAL K E Y B O A R D Microsoft Windows provides a convenient virtual keyboard for entering data. There are several ways to display the keyboard: Tap inside any text field to display the Windows virtual keyboard. 46 - Using the virtual keyboard...
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From Desktop, tap the Keyboard icon in the system tray to display the keyboard. Tap the "x" in the keyboard’s top-right corner to close the keyboard. Using the virtual keyboard - 47...
IRELESS N E TW ORK S Connecting to the Internet Your computer's wireless connection is turned on by default. Windows will detect and display a list of available networks during setup. Select your network and enter the password if required. Otherwise, open Internet Explorer and follow the instructions.
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Installation speed and simplicity Installing a wireless LAN system can be fast and easy and eliminates the need to pull cables through walls and ceilings. Components of a wireless LAN To set up your Wireless network at home you need to have the following: Access point (router) Access points (routers) are two-way transceivers that broadcast data into the surrounding environment.
CER CLEAR Note: Only for certain models. With Acer clear.fi, you can enjoy videos, photos and music. Stream media from, or to, other devices with Acer clear.fi installed. Note: All devices must be connected to the same network. To watch videos or listen to music open clear.fi Media, to browse photos open clear.fi Photo.
Share my library on local network is active. Which devices are compatible? Most devices with clear.fi or DLNA software can be used with the clear.fi software. These include DLNA-compliant PCs, smartphones, and NAS (Network Attached Storage) devices. Acer clear.fi - 51...
Player... 3. Select a file in the main window, then use the media controls in the bar across the bottom of the screen to control the remote device. For more help, go to http://www.acer.com/clearfi/download/. 52 - Acer clear.fi...
CREEN OR IENTATION SENSOR Your device has a built-in accelerometer that detects the device’s orientation and automatically rotates the screen to suit the orientation. You can lock the screen orientation by using the lock switch. The orientation may also be locked at other times, including: •...
Acer Green Instant On Note: For selected models only. The Acer Green Instant On feature allows your computer to wake up from Sleep mode in less than the time it takes to open the lid. When you close the lid, or leave your computer for a while, your computer enters Sleep mode.
Fast startup: Note: If Fast startup is off, your computer will take longer to start from Sleep. If your computer features Acer Instant On or Acer Always Connect, these will also be turned off. Your computer will also not start if it receives an instruction to start over a network (Wake on LAN).
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1. Open the Desktop. 2. Click Power Options in the Notification area. 3. Select More Power Options. 4. Select Choose what the power buttons do. 5. To access Shutdown Settings, select Change settings that are currently unavailable. 56 - Power management...
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6. Scroll down and disable Turn on fast startup. 7. Select Save changes. Power management - 57...
ATTERY P A CK The computer uses an embedded battery pack that gives you long use between charges. Battery pack characteristics The battery pack has the following characteristics: • Employs current battery technology standards. • Delivers a battery-low warning. The battery is recharged whenever you connect the computer to the AC adapter.
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Note: You are advised to charge the battery before retiring for the day. Charging the battery overnight before traveling enables you to start the next day with a fully charged battery. Conditioning a new battery pack Before you use a battery pack for the first time, there is a conditioning process that you should follow: 1.
In addition, the useful lifespan of the battery is adversely affected by the following usage patterns: • Using the computer on constant AC power. • Not discharging and recharging the battery to its extremes, as described above. • Frequent use; the more you use the battery, the faster it will reach the end of its effective life.
Checking the battery level The Windows power meter indicates the current battery level. Rest the cursor over the battery/power icon on the taskbar to see the battery's present charge level. Battery-low warning When using battery power pay attention to the Windows power meter. Warning! Connect the AC adapter as soon as possible after the battery-low warning appears.
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Situation Recommended Action 1. Plug the AC adapter into the computer, and then connect to the mains power supply. The AC adapter 2. Save all necessary files. and a power outlet 3. Resume work. are available. Turn off the computer if you want to recharge the battery rapidly.
ECURING Y O U R COMPUTER Your computer is a valuable investment that you need to take care of. Learn how to protect and take care of your computer. Using passwords Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access. Setting these passwords creates several different levels of protection for your computer and data: •...
Entering passwords When a password is set, a password prompt appears in the center of the display screen. • When the Supervisor Password is set, a prompt appears when you enter the BIOS utility at boot-up (See "BIOS utility" on page 94). •...
REQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS The following is a list of possible situations that may arise during the use of your computer. Easy solutions are provided for each one. I turned on the power, but the computer does not start or boot up. Look at the power button’s battery LED: •...
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• The volume may be muted. Look at the volume control (speaker) iconby tapping the Settings charm > Volume. If the speaker has an "x" next to it, tap on the Volume icon to display the volume bar. At the top of the bar, tap the speaker icon to un-mute.
Reinstalling the app 1. Push the Windows key on your tablet, swipe down on the app you want to uninstall, tap Uninstall, and then tap Uninstall. 2. Tap Store to open the Windows Store. 3. Swipe down from the top edge of the screen, and then tap Your apps. 4.
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Place your proof-of- purchase in the flap located inside the front cover of the ITW passport. If the country you are traveling in does not have an Acer-authorized ITW service site, you can still get in contact with our offices worldwide. Please visit www.acer.com.
Tips and hints for using Windows 8 We know this is a new operating system that will take some getting used to, so we've created a few pointers to help you get started. Three concepts you might want to keep in mind 1.
Swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards, tap Settings > Power and select the action you'd like to take. Alternatively, from Desktop, tap Acer Power Button and select the action you'd like to take. Why is there a new interface? The new interface for Windows 8 is designed to work well with touch input.
Tap and hold the preview icon to see the characters you've entered to ensure the password is correct. How do I personalize my computer? You can personalize Start with a different background image or by arranging the tiles to suit your personal needs. To change the background, swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Settings >...
So, how do I close an app? Swipe the window downwards from the top to the bottom of the screen. Can I change the screen resolution? Swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Search, tap the text box to open the onscreen keyboard and start typing 'Control Panel' to display the results;...
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How do I make an app appear on Start? If you're in All apps and you want to make an app appear on Start, tap and drag the app downwards and release it. Tap Pin to Start from the menu that appears at the bottom of the screen.
What is a Microsoft ID (account)? A Microsoft account is an email address and password that you use to sign in to Windows. You can use any email address, but it is best if you choose the one you already use to communicate with friends and sign in to your favorite websites.
Swipe the right-hand edge of the screen inwards and tap Settings > Change PC settings > Windows Updates. Tap Check for updates now. Where can I get more information? For more information please visit the following pages: • Windows 8 tutorials: www.acer.com/windows8-tutorial • Support FAQs: www.acer.com/support Frequently asked questions - 75...
Troubleshooting This chapter shows you how to deal with common system problems. Read it before calling a technician if a problem occurs. Solutions to more serious problems require opening up the computer. Do not attempt to open the computer yourself; contact your dealer or authorized service center for assistance.
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Error messages Corrective action Insert a system (bootable) disk into an external Disk boot failure drive, then press <Enter> to reboot. Contact your dealer or an authorized service Hard disk 0 error center. Hard disk 0 extended Contact your dealer or an authorized service type error center.
'recover' your computer - i.e. return it to an earlier state. This section describes the recovery tools available on your computer. Acer provides Acer Recovery Management, which allows you to create a recovery backup, a drivers and applications backup, and to start recovery options, either using Windows tools, or the recovery backup.
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1. From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. 2. Click Create Factory Default Backup. The Recovery Drive window opens. Recovery - 79...
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Make sure Copy contents from the recovery partition to the recovery drive is selected. This provides the most complete and safest recovery backup. 3. Plug in the USB drive then click Next. • Make sure your USB drive has enough capacity before continuing. The recovery backup requires at least 16 GB of storage 4.
7. Unplug the USB drive and label it clearly. Important: Write a unique, descriptive label on the backup, such as 'Windows Recovery Backup'. Make sure you keep the backup in a safe place that you will remember. Creating a drivers and applications backup To create a Drivers and Applications Backup, that contains the factory- loaded software and drivers needed by your computer, you may use either a USB storage drive or, if your computer features a DVD recorder, one or...
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1. From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. 2. Click Create Drivers and Applications Backup. Plug in the USB drive or insert a blank DVD into the optical drive, then click Next.
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• If you are using a USB drive, make sure your USB drive has enough capacity before continuing. • If using DVDs, it will also show the number of blank, recordable discs you will need to complete the recovery discs. Make sure that you have the required number of identical, blank discs.
3. Click Start to copy files.You will be shown the backup progress on the screen. 4. Follow the process until it completes: • If you are using optical discs, the drive ejects each disc as it completes burning it. Remove the disc from the drive and mark it with a permanent marker.
solved by returning your system to a previous state when everything was working correctly. For instructions, see "Returning to an earlier system snapshot" on page 87. 3. Reset your operating system. If nothing else has solved the problem and you want to reset your system, but keep your user information, see "Returning your system to its factory condition"...
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If you are reinstalling using Windows and the recovery information stored on your computer: • From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. • Click Reinstall Drivers or Applications. 86 - Recovery...
• You should see the Contents section of the Acer Resource Center. • Click the install icon for the item you want to install, then follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation. Repeat this step for each item you want to reinstall.
apps. Type 'Windows system restore' in the Search Help box, then press Enter. Returning to a restore point 1. From Start, type 'Control Panel' and then click Control Panel in the list of apps. 2. Click System and Security > Action Center, then click Recovery at the bottom of the window.
6. Select Exit in the left pane and select Exit Saving Changes on the right side. • Insert the DVD labeled "System DVD" and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the recovery process. Recovering from Windows Start Acer Recovery Management: Recovery - 89...
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• From Start, type 'Recovery' and then click Acer Recovery Management in the list of apps. Two options are available, Restore Factory Settings (Reset my PC) or Customized Restore (Refresh my PC). Restore Factory Settings deletes everything on your hard drive, then reinstalls Windows and all software and drivers that were pre-installed on your system.
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Restore Factory Settings with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Restore Factory Settings. Caution: 'Restore Factory Settings' will erase all files on your hard drive. 2. The Reset your PC window opens. Images for reference only. 3. Click Next, then choose how to erase your files:...
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a. Just remove my files quickly erases all files before restoring your computer and takes about 30 minutes. b. Fully clean the drive completely cleans the drive after each file is erased, so no files can be viewed after the recovery. Cleaning the drive takes much longer, up to 5 hours, but is much more secure as old files are completely removed.
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Customized Restore with Acer Recovery Management 1. Click Customized Restore (Retain User Data). 2. The Refresh your PC window opens. 3. Click Next, then Refresh. 4. The recovery process begins by restarting your computer, then continues by copying files to your hard drive. This process takes about 30 minutes.
BIOS UTILITY The BIOS utility is a hardware configuration program built into your computer's BIOS. Your computer is already properly configured and optimized, and you do not need to run this utility. However, if you encounter configuration problems, you may need to run it. To enter the BIOS utility, do the following: •...
EGULATIONS AND SAFETY N OT IC E S STATEMENT This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Caution: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user's authority, which is granted by the Federal Communications Commission, to operate this computer. OTICE FOR ANADA 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.
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Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this computer is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. Wireless operation channels for different domains N. America 2.412-2.462 GHz Ch01 through Ch11 Japan 2.412-2.484 GHz...
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Departments in which the use of the 2400 - 2483.5 MHz band is permitted with an EIRP of less than 100 mW indoors and less than 10 mW outdoors: 01 Ain Orientales 25 Doubs 59 Nord 71 Saone et Loire 02 Aisne 26 Drome 60 Oise...
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List of national codes This equipment may be operated in the following countries: Country ISO 3166 Country ISO 3166 2 letter code 2 letter code Austria Malta Belgium Netherlands Cyprus Poland Czech Republic Portugal Denmark Slovakia Estonia Slovenia Finland Spain France Sweden Germany...
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This device complies with RSS210 of Industry Canada. This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003, Issue 4, and RSS-210, No 4 (Dec 2000) and No 5 (Nov 2001). "To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding.
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