Medion P40000 User Manual

Medion P40000 User Manual

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MULTIMEDIA PC
P40000
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  • Page 1 User Manual MULTIMEDIA PC P40000 Q Q Q Q R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R R Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q Q...
  • Page 2 QR codes take you where you want to go quickly and easily Whether you require product information, spare parts or accessories, details on warranties or aftersales services, or if you want to watch a product demonstration video, our QR codes will take you there in no time at all. What is a QR code? A QR code (QR = Quick Response) is a type of matrix that can be read with a smartphone camera and that contains a link to a website or contact details, for...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Overview ..................4 Device parts ..................6 About these instructions .............. 10 Declaration of conformity .............. 11 Information on trademarks ............12 Safety instructions .................13 Included with your PC ..............15 Setting up the PC ................16 Connecting ..................18 Starting up for the fi rst time ............23 Mouse .....................
  • Page 6: Device Parts

    Device parts On/off switch/operating mode Optical drive Optical drive eject button Power supply (mains cable socket) Hot-swap mobile rack Card reader USB 3.0 ports USB 2.0 ports Headphones socket Microphone socket Audio input / Speaker RS (rear out)* Headphones socket / Speaker FS (front out)* Microphone socket / Speaker CC/SS (center/subwoofer out)* Display Port HDMI connection...
  • Page 7 Contents Contents Overview ......................4 Device parts ..................... 6 About these instructions ................10 Explanation of Symbols ..................10 Proper use ......................11 Declaration of conformity ................11 Information on trademarks ................12 Safety instructions..................13 Dangers for children and people with reduced ability to operate machinery ......................13 Operating safety ....................13 Never carry out repairs yourself ...............15...
  • Page 8 Contents Scroll wheel ......................25 Keyboard ......................25 The Alt and Ctrl keys ..................25 F1 - F12 and Fn keys .................... 25 Hard drive .......................27 Important directories ..................27 Hot-swap mobile rack ..................29 Optical drive ....................31 Loading a disc .....................31 Playing/reading discs ..................
  • Page 9 Contents Recycling and disposal .................. 43 Legal Notice ....................44 Index ......................45 Warranty Details .................... 47 Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice ..........48...
  • Page 10: About These Instructions

    About these instructions About these instructions Read the safety instructions carefully before using the device for the fi rst time. Note the warnings on the device and in the operating instructions. Always keep the operating instructions close to hand. If you sell the device or give it away, please ensure that you also pass on these instructions.
  • Page 11: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of conformity This PC is supplied with the following wireless features: • Wireless LAN • Bluetooth Medion AG hereby declares that this product conforms with the essential requirements and the remaining relevant regulations: • RE Directive 2014/53/EU • Ecodesign Directive 2009/125/EC •...
  • Page 12: Information On Trademarks

    The HDMI logo and High-Defi nition Multimedia Interface are registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing LLC. The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are registered trademarks of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and are used by Lenovo/Medion under licence. Other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 13: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions Safety instructions Dangers for children and people with reduced ability to operate machinery This device is not intended for use by people (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or for those without experience and/or knowledge, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety or they have been instructed in its use.
  • Page 14 Safety instructions The slots and openings on the PC are for ventilation purposes. − Do not cover these openings as this could cause the device to overheat. − When setting up the PC make sure that it has a minimum clearance of 20cm on all sides.
  • Page 15: Included With Your Pc

    Included with your PC Never carry out repairs yourself CAUTION! Risk of electric shock! There is a risk of electric shock if repairs are not carried out by qualifi ed personnel! − Never try to open or repair the product yourself! −...
  • Page 16: Setting Up The Pc

    Setting up the PC Setting up the PC Setting up your PC in the right way helps to ensure that your PC is comfortable to operate. Installation location • Set up all components on a stable, level and vibration-free surface and only operate them on a surface of this kind to prevent the PC from malfunctioning.
  • Page 17 Setting up the PC If it is not possible to position the screen as described, the following can be helpful: • Rotate, lower or tilt the monitor; • Slatted or vertical blinds on the windows; • Partitions or changes to artifi cial lighting. Take regular breaks when working at your monitor to prevent tenseness and fatigue.
  • Page 18: Connecting

    Connecting • Head – your head should be upright or bent very slightly forward. Do not work with your head or upper body twisted. As you work, the top edge of the monitor should be at eye level or very slightly lower.
  • Page 19: Connecting The Monitor

    Connecting • Do not exchange the supplied cable for another one. Use only the supplied cable as this cable has been extensively tested in our laboratory. • Ensure that all connection cables are connected to their corresponding peripheral device to avoid any interference radiation. Disconnect any cables that are not required.
  • Page 20: Connecting The Audio Output / Headphones / Speaker Boxes

    Connecting Ensure that the plug and the socket fi t together precisely in order to avoid any damage to the contacts. Due to the arrangement of the contacts, the plug will only fi t into the socket in one position. −...
  • Page 21: Connect Microphone

    Connecting Connect microphone − Connect a microphone with a 3.5 mm mono jack plug to the pink socket the front of your PC. − Position the microphone so that it is not pointing directly at the speaker. This will prevent acoustic feedback that creates a loud whistling sound. Connecting audio input / recording source This connection is used for connecting external analogue audio sources (e.g.
  • Page 22: Connecting Power Supply

    Connecting Connecting power supply Finally, connect your PC and monitor to the power supply. − Plug the mains cable into the socket and then connect it to the mains cable socket on your PC. Please observe the following safety information: DANGER! Risk of electric shock! Even when the mains switch...
  • Page 23: Starting Up For The Fi Rst Time

    Starting up for the fi rst time Starting up for the fi rst time The operating system and all hardware drivers are pre-installed. For some programs (e.g. telephone CDs or encyclopaedias), it may be necessary to insert the relevant disc to call up the data stored on it. The software will prompt you to do this if necessary.
  • Page 24 Starting up for the fi rst time Licence agreement Please read through the licence agreement carefully. It provides important legal information about the use of your software product. To view the text in full, you must move the scroll bar downwards using the mouse until you reach the end of the document.
  • Page 25: Mouse

    Mouse Mouse In addition to the two standard buttons, the mouse also features a third button in the scroll wheel. Left button The left mouse button is used to make a selection (click once) and to confi rm this selection (double click). Right button The right mouse button is used to call up commands (context menus) in certain places.
  • Page 26 Keyboard The Fn key and the function keys are used to call up various operating system functions or to control media playback. A table listing all of the available commands appears below. Fn and function key assignment PLEASE NOTE! Some of the functions listed in this table might not be available in your operating system.
  • Page 27: Hard Drive

    Hard drive Description Fn + F11 Play/Pause Starts playback of a track, pauses playback and resumes playback Fn + F12 Stop Stops playback of a track Mute Reduce volume Increase volume Hard drive The hard drive is your main memory medium and combines high storage capacity with rapid data access.
  • Page 28 Hard drive The root partition (C:\) contains the operating system, the applications and the “Documents” folder for the confi gured user. We have listed the most important directories below and described their contents. C:\User This directory contains a folder for each user confi gured on the computer. In this folder, there are a number of important fi...
  • Page 29: Hot-Swap Mobile Rack

    Hard drive Hot-swap mobile rack An additional external hard drive can be connected behind the front cover via a hot- swap SATA mobile rack for 2.5” or 3.5” hard drives. Please bear in mind that only the mobile rack supplied can be used.
  • Page 30 Hard drive  Carefully slide the mobile rack into the slot until it clicks into place.  Lock the mobile rack in place by pressing on the handle until it audibly clicks into place. The hard drive will be recognised and can now be used. Installing a 2.5”...
  • Page 31: Optical Drive

    Optical drive Optical drive Loading a disc NOTICE! Risk of damage! The high speeds in the drive can cause defective media to break and damage your device. Damage caused by faulty media is not covered under warranty and repairs will be chargeable. −...
  • Page 32: Playing/Reading Discs

    Optical drive Playing/reading discs Some discs start automatically when they are inserted. This depends on the operating system and the corresponding settings. The optical drive on your PC is capable of playing audio CDs, DVD fi lms or data discs. Once a disc has been loaded, a dialogue box opens containing various playback options.
  • Page 33: Card Reader

    Card reader Card reader If your PC is equipped with a card reader , you can use the following types of memory card. When inserting the memory cards, ensure that the contacts are facing in the right direction, as specifi ed in the list below. Inserting a card incorrectly may damage the card reader and/or the card.
  • Page 34: Sound System

    Sound system Sound system The external audio connections can be confi gured so that you can connect a surround sound system. If you wish to change the default volume, click the loudspeaker icon in the taskbar. WARNING! Damage to hearing! Excessive volumes when using headphones or earphones, as well as changes to the default settings on the equaliser, driver, software or operating system, can generate excessive acoustic pressure that...
  • Page 35: Bluetooth

    Network operation Requirements A so-called LAN access point can be used as a remote station. An access point is a radio-transmitting device that communicates with your PC and controls access to the connected network. LAN access points are frequently found in large offi ces, airports, train stations, universities or Internet cafés.
  • Page 36: Settings

    Settings Settings Reset PC to factory settings In the event of problems with installation or other software problems which make it necessary to reinstall the software, Windows® offers three options for reinstalling Windows® on your PC. First ensure that you have backed up all important data and programs. Start system restore −...
  • Page 37: Uefi Fi Rmware Setting

    Settings The recovery process takes a long time when you select the option to back up user data. Only the data located in the folder C:\USERS will be backed up. All other data will be deleted. It is therefore important to perform regular data backups to external data media.
  • Page 38: Faq - Frequently Asked Questions

    FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions Where can I fi nd the necessary drivers for my PC? • The drivers can be found in the second hard drive partition in the Drivers and Tools folders. What is Windows activation? •...
  • Page 39: Customer Service

    Customer service Customer service What to do in case of hardware problems Malfunctions can sometimes have different causes, so we have included a guide that might help to solve any problems. If these tips don’t do the trick, then we’ll be more than pleased to help you out. Just give us a call! Find the cause Start by carefully checking all the cable connections.
  • Page 40: Do You Need More Help

    Customer service The mouse or keyboard does not work. − Check the cable connection. − If you have a wireless mouse or wireless keyboard, check the batteries and the receiver. Not enough space is available on the hard disk drive. −...
  • Page 41: Transport

    Transport Transport Please note the following advice on transporting your PC: • Pack your PC using the original packaging to avoid transport damage. Cleaning and care You can extend the life expectancy of your PC by following the advice below: None of the parts inside the PC housing require cleaning or maintenance.
  • Page 42: Notes For Service Technicians

    Upgrading/modifying and repair Notes for service technicians − Before opening the housing, disconnect all power and connecting cables. If the PC is not disconnected from the power supply before being opened, there is a risk of fatal electric shock. There is also a risk that the components could be damaged.
  • Page 43: Recycling And Disposal

    Recycling and disposal • Do not look directly into the laser beam, even when using optical instruments. • Do not allow yourself to be exposed to the laser beam. Avoid exposing your eyes or skin to the laser beam – either directly or through scattered laser radiation. Recycling and disposal If you have any questions about disposal, please contact your sales agent or our service centre.
  • Page 44: Legal Notice

    This operating manual is protected by copyright. Mechanical, electronic and any other form of reproduction is prohibited without the written permission of the manufacturer. Copyright is owned by the company: Medion AG Am Zehnthof 77 45307 Essen Germany Subject to technical and optical changes as well as printing errors.
  • Page 45: Index

    Index Back ............17 Index General ............17 Head ............18 Bluetooth ...........35 Legs ............17 Wrists ............17 Card reader ..........33 MMC ............33 Factory settings ........36 Removing memory cards ....33 System restore ........36 SD 33 FAQ ..............38 SDHC ............33 Cleaning and care ........41 Graphics card ..........
  • Page 46 Index Operating safety ........13 UEFI fi rmware setting ......37 Operation Upgrades/modifi cations ......41 Keyboard ..........25 USB............19, 34 Mouse ............. 25 Optical drive ..........31 Wireless LAN ..........34 CD-ROM............31 DVD ............31 Power supply ..........22 Proper use ..........11 Recycling ...........43 Repairs ............41 Security Cable connections ........
  • Page 47: Warranty Details

    MULTIMEDIA PC P40000 Warranty Details The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase. Defects that occur within this warranty period, under normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced or refunded at our discretion. The benefi ts...
  • Page 48: Repair And Refurbished Goods Or Parts Notice

    MULTIMEDIA PC P40000 Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice Unfortunately, from time to time, faulty products are manufactured which need to be returned to the Supplier for repair. Please be aware that if your product is capable of retaining user-generated data (such as fi les stored on a computer hard drive, telephone numbers stored on a mobile telephone, songs stored on a portable media player, games saved on a games console or fi...
  • Page 49 Made in China DISTRIBUTED BY: ALDI STORES 1 SARGENTS ROAD MINCHINBURY NSW 2770 WWW.ALDI.COM.AU AFTER SALES SUPPORT 60671 1 300 884 987 www.medion.com.au YEAR MODEL: WARRANTY 02/2018 MD 34045...

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