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Joybook A53 Series User Manual
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Copyright
Copyright 2008 by BenQ Corporation. All rights reserved. No
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Disclaimer
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either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof
and specifically disclaims any warranties, merchantability or
fitness for any particular purpose. Further, BenQ Corporation
reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes
from time to time in the contents hereof without obligation of
this company to notify any person of such revision or changes.
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respective companies or organizations.
Joybook models covered by
this manual
This manual contains the information about the following
Joybook model:
• Joybook A53 Series
Please note that the actual hardware or software capabilities will
vary according to the model you purchased. To determine your
Joybook model, please refer to the label on the packing box, or
the printing on your Joybook.
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Table of Contents iii
Table of Contents
Overview ......................................................................................... 1
About this book...........................................................................1
Typographics...............................................................................2
Getting started................................................................................ 3
Package contents.........................................................................3
Getting your Joybook ready for use...........................................3
Expanding the capabilities of your Joybook..............................6
Touring your Joybook.................................................................... 9
Front view ................................................................................9
Left side view .............................................................................10
Right side view ..........................................................................12
Rear view ...................................................................................14
Bottom view ..............................................................................15
Indicators...................................................................................16
Getting started with Windows Vista........................................... 17
Turning off your Joybook properly .........................................17
Using Windows Mobility Center .............................................18
Using your Joybook...................................................................... 19
Using the touchpad...................................................................19
Using the keyboard ...................................................................21
Function hotkeys ................................................................21
Windows key shortcuts and other keys .............................23
Using built-in wireless connectivity (available on selected
models)......................................................................................25
Connecting to a wireless network:.....................................25
Using QMedia Bar ....................................................................27
Introduction to QMedia Bar ............................................. 27
Setting up QMedia Bar ...................................................... 27
Using the built-in webcam....................................................... 28
Using WebCam Companion 2 .......................................... 28
Main screen .................................................................. 28
Capturing still images or recording videos................. 29
Monitoring ................................................................... 30
Video chat..................................................................... 30
Using Magic-i Visual Effects.............................................. 30
Main features................................................................ 30
Adjusting resolution .................................................... 31
Using BIOS setup ......................................................................... 32
When and how to use BIOS setup........................................... 32
Navigating the BIOS setup screen ........................................... 33
Main menu ......................................................................... 33
Advanced menu.................................................................. 34
Security menu..................................................................... 34
Boot menu .......................................................................... 34
Exit menu............................................................................ 35
Boot from LAN......................................................................... 35
Recovering your system............................................................... 36
Using QDataTrove ................................................................... 36
Launching QDataTrove ..................................................... 36
Backing up your system............................................... 36
Restoring your Joybook to factory default settings.... 37
Restoring your system with your backup image ........ 37
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Recovering your system using the supplied discs....................38
Step 1: Reinstalling a clean copy of Windows Vista..........38
Step 2: Reinstalling drivers and applications.....................39
Protecting your Joybook from viruses and other security
threats ........................................................................................39
Installing additional memory...................................................... 40
FAQ and troubleshooting ............................................................ 43
General.......................................................................................43
Battery and power .....................................................................43
Connection ................................................................................45
System ........................................................................................45
Display .......................................................................................49
Cleaning and battery maintenance ............................................. 51
Battery maintenance .................................................................51
Cleaning your Joybook .............................................................51
Service and support...................................................................... 52
BenQ Joybook Global Online Service ......................................52
Joybook Overseas Regional Warranty (ORW) online
registration.................................................................................52
Appendix....................................................................................... 53
General safety information .......................................................53
Safety information about the battery .......................................53
Safety information about the power adapter...........................54
Safety information about the modem......................................54
Caution................................................................................54
Disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
by users in private households in the European Union..........54
Declaration of Conformity .......................................................55
Safety instructions for Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Bulgaria,
Latvia, and Croatia.................................................................... 56
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Overview 1
Overview
About this book
This book provides you the main information about various
components in your Joybook and demonstrates how to use
them. The following are the major chapters of this book.
Chapter title Description
Overview Introduction to this book.
Getting started Information about beginning to
use your Joybook.
Touring your Joybook Introduction to the hardware
components of your Joybook.
Getting started with
Windows Vista
Basic information about
Windows Vista.
Using your Joybook Basic and advanced
information about operating
your Joybook.
Using BIOS setup Information about how to use
the BIOS setup utility.
Recovering your
system
Information about using system
recovery tools.
Installing additional
memory
Information about how to add
additional RAM memory.
FAQ and
troubleshooting
Information about frequently
asked questions and
troubleshooting.
Cleaning and battery
maintenance
Information about cleaning and
battery maintenance.
Service and support Joybook service and support
information.
Appendix Important safety information.
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Overview2
Typographics
The usage of notes, tips, and warnings in this manual is
specifically for different purposes, which are described as
follows:
Icon/
Symbol
Item Meaning
Warning Information mainly to
prevent the damage to
components, data, or
personal injury caused by
misuse and improper
operation or behavior.
Tip Useful information for
completing a task.
Note Supplementary information.
< > or [ ] Keys on the
keyboard; User
Interface (UI)
on the screen
Indicates a key on the
keyboard, or the UI on the
screen. Do not actually type
the symbols together with
the enclosed letters.
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Getting started 3
Getting started
Depending on the model of your Joybook, the appearance may
be different from the illustrations shown in this manual.
Package contents
Before using your Joybook for the first time, please check if you
have all the items with you. For details about what should be
included in the package, refer to the Package Contents label
inside the accessory box. If any of the items are missing or
appear damaged, contact your dealer immediately. Save the
packaging in case you need to ship your Joybook for service.
Getting your Joybook ready
for use
1. Installing the battery pack
Close the lid of your Joybook (if open). Turn your Joybook
upside down and place it on a soft clean cloth. With the label
side of the battery pack facing down, slide it gently into the
battery compartment until it snaps into place (1). Move "Battery
retainer B" to the left as shown to lock the battery pack into
place (2).
Battery retainer B
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Getting started4
2. Connecting the power
Connect the power cord to the power adapter.
Connect the power adapter to the power socket on your
Joybook.
Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. The Joybook will
automatically start charging the battery.
• The battery pack is shipped with low charge from the factory.
You can still use your Joybook while the battery is charging.
• Power systems and plug types may vary depending on your
country/region.
• When the battery is charging, the battery indicator lights up in
amber. When the battery is fully charged, the light goes off.
• For details about the colors and meanings of the indicators,
refer to "Indicators" on page 16.
3. Opening your Joybook
To open your Joybook, slide the latch to the right (1), and then
lift the lid up (2).
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4. Performing initial setup
Press the Power button to start up your Joybook, and then
follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial
Windows Vista setup.
• Your Joybook A53 Series works best with Windows Vista®
Home Basic, Windows Vista® Home Premium, Windows
Vista® Business, or Windows Vista® Ultimate. Installing other
operating systems that have not been tested is not
recommended, and may not only void your warranty but also
affect the functionality of your Joybook.
• The actual operating system that comes with your Joybook
may vary. For details, refer to the Product Specification label
on the product carton.
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Getting started6
Expanding the capabilities of your Joybook
Connect an external display device (such as a monitor or
projector) to the 15-pin D-sub video socket of your Joybook
with a VGA cable.
To switch to the external display device or simultaneous
display, press the <Fn> + <F3> hotkey combination.
Connect USB peripherals to the USB port of your Joybook.
Insert a Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, SD, or MMC
memory card following the direction indicated on the card to
exchange files.
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Connect an earphone to the audio output socket to output
sounds.
Connect a microphone to the microphone input socket to
record sounds.
Use the optical drive to access data on various kinds of discs and
enjoy movies or music.
Connect a telephone line to the modem port of your Joybook
and dial-up to the Internet or send a fax.
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Getting started8
Access local area network (LAN) by connecting a network cable
to the LAN port of your Joybook.
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Touring your Joybook
Front view
No. Front components
(1) Built-in microphone
Receives sounds and voices for recording.
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7) (8)
(2)
(1) (2) Built-in webcam
A built-in 0.3 megapixel webcam that allows you
to capture still images, record videos, and chat
online. For details, refer to "Using the built-in
webcam" on page 28.
(3) LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) panel
(4) Power button
Turns your Joybook on or off.
(5) Wireless button
Press this button to enable/disable the wireless
LAN (WLAN) function. For details, refer to "Using
built-in wireless connectivity (available on
selected models)" on page 25.
You can also use the <Fn> + <F2> hotkey combination
to enable/disable the WLAN function.
(6) Keyboard
(7) Indicators
Refer to "Indicators" on page 16 for details.
(8) Touchpad
Refer to "Using the touchpad" on page 19 for
details.
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Left side view
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6)
No. Left-side components
(1) LAN (Local Area Network) port (RJ-45
connector)
Allows the Joybook to connect to a 10/100Mbps
fast Ethernet 100BASE-T network.
Please be careful to avoid plugging a RJ-11 phone
cable connector in the RJ-45 port. This will damage the
LAN port. They look similar, but the RJ-45 connector is
wider than the RJ-11 connector, and has more
conductors.
(2) Ventilation holes
For dissipating heat and keeping your Joybook at
an optimal temperature.
To prevent overheating, do not obstruct the vent. For
example, do not use the Joybook in bed where a
blanket may inadvertently cover the vent and block the
airflow.
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(3) USB ports
For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital
cameras and MP3 players that use the USB 2.0
interface.
(4) Microphone input socket
Can be used to connect to a microphone for
recording sounds.
This socket is for 3.5mm analog audio plugs. It
accepts both mono and stereo plugs.
(5) Audio output socket
Can be used to connect to an earphone/headset
or external speaker for playing the Joybook audio.
(6) Four-in-One memory card slot
For a Memory Stick, Memory Stick Pro, SD, or
MMC memory card.
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Right side view
(1) (2) (3) (4) (5)
No. Right-side components
(1) DVD/CD-RW Combo/DVD-Dual/DVD Super-
Multi drive (varying by model)
The type of the optical drive varies by model, and the
support of disc types depends on the optical drive that
comes with your Joybook.
Supports multi-functional optical module for
reading music CDs, VCDs and DVDs or burning
CD-R/CD-RW or DVD+R/DVD-R/DVD+RW/DVD-
RW/DVD-RAM (optional) discs. Discs can be
inserted/ejected by pressing the small ejection
button on the drive.
(2) Optical drive indicator
Flashes in amber when the Joybook is accessing
data in the optical drive.
(3) Optical drive ejection button
Discs can be inserted/ejected by pressing this
ejection button.
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(4) Manual tray opening
If you wish to open the disc tray when your
Joybook power is off, or it can't be opened using
the ejection button, insert a pointed object (like an
opened paper clip) into the tray ejection hole next
to the ejection button to release the disc tray.
(5) Modem port (RJ-11 connector)
Accepts an analog telephone line for use with the
internal modem.
• To reduce the risk of fire, ensure that your phone
cable is of adequate capacity and approved for use
with your local telecommunications supplier.
• This is the only telecommunications modem port on
the Joybook. Please be careful to avoid plugging a
narrow RJ-11 phone cable into the similar looking but
wider RJ-45 LAN port on the left side of the Joybook.
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Rear view
(1) (2) (3) (4)
No. Top/rear components
(1) Power socket
For connecting AC power supply to power the
Joybook and charge the battery.
(2) Anti-theft Kensington lock slot
You can attach an anti-theft Kensington lock and
cable to this slot to help prevent possible theft.
(3) 15-pin D-sub video socket
For connecting external display devices, such as
monitors and projectors.
(4) USB port
For connecting peripherals such as mice, digital
cameras and MP3 players that use the USB 2.0
interface.
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Bottom view
(5) (5)
(1) (2) (3)
(4)
No. Bottom components
(1) Battery retainer A
Secures the battery in place.
(2) Battery pack
Supplies power to the Joybook when external
power is not connected.
(3) Battery retainer B
Secures the battery in place.
(4) Memory expansion slot cover
Inside the cover, you can find the memory slot of
the Joybook.
• To remove the cover, a small Phillips head
screwdriver is required.
• For more information about adding additional
memory, the limit of maximum memory, or the types
of BenQ certified memory modules for your Joybook,
refer to "Installing additional memory" on page 40.
(5) Speakers
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Indicators
No. Indicators
(1) Power button indicator
• When the system is on, it lights up in amber.
• When the system is in Sleep mode, it blinks in
amber.
• When the system is off or in Hibernation, the
light goes off.
(2) Wireless button indicator
• When WLAN is turned on, it lights up in amber.
• When WLAN is turned off, the light goes off.
(1) (2)
No. Indicators
(1) Caps Lock indicator
Lights up in amber when the <Caps Lock> key is
enabled.
(2) Battery indicator
• When the battery is charging, it lights up in
amber.
• When the battery is fully charged, the light goes
off.
• When the battery is running low, it blinks in
amber.
(3) Hard disk/optical drive activity indicator
Flashes in amber when the Joybook is accessing
data in the hard disk or optical drive.
(1) (2) (3)
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