Table of Content Information about these Operating Instructions ........4 1.1. Explanation of Symbols ..................4 Proper Use ....................6 EU Declaration of Conformity ..............6 Declaration of Conformity for UK ............... 7 Information on WLAN/Bluetooth® ............. 8 Information on Trademarks ................ 8 Safety Instructions ..................
1. Information about these Operating Instructions Thank you for choosing our product. We hope you enjoy using it. Read the safety instructions and all other instructions carefully before using the device for the first time. Note the warnings on the device and in the operating instructions.
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Additional information on using the device. Please follow the guidelines in the operating instructions. • Bullet point/information on operating steps and results Tasks to be performed Due to the 5 GHz frequency range of the used wireless LAN solution, use in EU countries is only permitted inside buildings. Indoor use Devices with this symbol are only suitable for use indoors.
• Do not use the device in extreme environmental conditions. 3. EU Declaration of Conformity MEDION AG hereby declares that this product conforms with the essential requirements and the remaining relevant regulations: •...
FI = Finland, SE = Sweden, CH = Switzerland, UK(NI) = Northern Ireland, HR = Croatia 4. Declaration of Conformity for UK MEDION AG herby declares that this product is conform to all relevant British requirements. Full declarations of conformity are available at www.medion.com/conformity.
Inc. and are used by MEDION under licence. The USB™ word mark and logos are registered trademarks of USB Implementers Forum, Inc. and are used by MEDION under licence. Other trademarks and brand names are the property of the respective owner.
7. Safety Instructions 7.1. Dangers for children and people with reduced ability to operate electronics This device may be used by children over the age of 8 and by persons with limited physical, sensory or mental abilities or by those without experience and knowledge, if they are supervised or have been instructed in the safe use of the device and understand the ensuing dangers.
WARNING! Impairment to hearing! Listening through earphones or headphones at excessive volume levels, as well as changes to the basic settings of the equaliser, drivers, software or operating system generates excessive acoustic pressure and can lead to damage or loss of hearing. ...
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Never open the housing of the device or the mains adapter! Never operate the device if the housing is open. Never tamper with the mains adapter or live parts! The slots and openings on the device are for ventilation purposes.
WARNING! Risk of explosion! Risk of explosion from the integrated rechargeable battery. Never throw the notebook into an open fire. 7.3. Never carry out repairs yourself CAUTION! Risk of electric shock! There is a risk of electric shock if repairs are not carried out by qualified personnel! ...
• Maintain a distance of at least one metre from sources of high-frequency and magnetic interference (TV sets, speakers, mobile phones, DECT telephones, etc.) in order to avoid malfunctions and data loss. • Do not operate the notebook or power adaptor for long periods on your lap or any other body part as the heat dissipation on the underside can result in uncomfortable overheating.
7.6. Power Supply CAUTION! Risk of electrical shock! There are live components inside this AC adapter. In the event of an unintentional short circuit of this AC adapter, there is a risk of electrical shock or fire! Do not open the housing of the AC adapter. ...
NOTICE! Risk of damage! Unsuitable mains adapters may cause damage to the product. Only use the mains adapter supplied in order to charge the device. 7.7. Notes on the Battery To extend your battery’s performance and lifespan and ensure safe operation, you should also observe the guidelines below: •...
• Please note that only shielded cables that are shorter than 3 metres may be connected to the external interfaces of this notebook. • Do not exchange the supplied cable for another one. Use only the supplied cable as this cable has been extensively tested in our laboratory.
7.10. Protecting the Display The display is the most sensitive component part of the device as it consists of thin glass. The display can break if subjected to too much stress. • Do not allow any objects to drop onto the display. •...
7.12. Ergonomics Avoid dazzle, reflections and a light-dark contrast that is too strong in order to protect your eyes. The notebook should never be placed next to a window because this is the brightest part of the room in daylight. This brightness can make it more difficult for the eyes to adjust to the darker display.
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• In general – change your position frequently (around every 20-30 minutes) and take regular breaks to avoid tiredness. • Back – when sitting at your workstation, your back must be supported by your chair’s backrest, which must be upright or angled slightly back. •...
8. Included with your Notebook Risk of suffocation! Packaging material is not a toy! There is a risk of suffocation if plastic packaging is swallowed or used inappropriately! Keep packaging material, e.g. plastic film or bags, away from children. ...
10. Views and description of the controls 10.1. Open Notebook (similar picture) Webcam LED Webcam Microphones Display CAPS Lock indicator: If the function is activated, the LED lights up white...
Gaming Mode / Office Mode / Turbo Mode switch and indicator: Office Mode: LED off Gaming Mode: LED glows white (low light) Torbo Modus: LED glows white (bright light) On-/off switch and operating indicator: The device is switched on: The LED lights up white (bright light). The device is in sleep mode: the LED glows dimly white.
10.3. Left Side Linke Seite 14 15 (similar pictures) Ventilation Openings USB Port 3.2, gen 2 (type A) Audio Combi Connection (mic in, headphones) Mocrophone Kensington®Lock 10.4. Rear Side Ventilation Openings Liquid Cooling Connector (optional) The system can be cooled down by connecting it to an external cooling box (not included).
10.5. Bottom View (Abbildung ähnlich) Ventilation Openings Stereo Speakers 11. Power Supply 11.1. On/Off Switch Open the notebook and hold the on/off switch down briefly to switch the notebook on or off. If it is no longer possible to switch off the notebook via the software, keep the On/Off switch pressed down for about 10 seconds.
12. Preparation for Starting-Up To operate your notebook safety and ensure a long service life, you have to read the “Operational Safety” chapter at the beginning of this manual. All operating software is already fully preinstalled on the notebook so there is no need for you to install any more drivers and you can get started right away.
12.1. Starting the Notebook Open up the display as described above and press the on/off switch. Follow the instructions on the screen. Step by step instructions will guide you through the process to be followed. The welcome procedure takes you through several screens and dialogues. ...
14.1. General Handling of Rechargeable Batteries When handling rechargeable batteries, it is important to ensure that they are correctly used and charged so that the capacity of the battery is fully utilised and its service life is maintained for as long as possible. The optimal charging temperature is approx.
If you ignore the low battery warning, your notebook will shut down. 15. Power Management (Power Options) Your notebook offers automatic and user selectable power-saving and energy functions that can be used to optimize battery life and reduce the overall operating costs.
16. Display 16.1. Opening and Closing the Display The special design of the display hinges keeps the display closed without the need for an additional catch. To open the notebook, fold the display up to the desired position using your thumb and forefinger.
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17.1.1. Specific Keyboard Shortcuts Beschreibung Sleep Fn + F1 The notebook goes into power-saving mode. Fn + F2 activates/deactivates Windows Display Fn + F3 Switches the screen display between LCD, external display and duplicate display. Airplane mode Fn + F4 Switches the airplane mode on or off.
17.2. Touchpad NOTICE! Risk of damage! If unsuitable objects are used to control the device, this could permanently damage the touchpad. Do not use any sharp objects (e.g. a pen). Double-tap the top left corner of the touchpad toggles all touchpad functions on or off.
19. Network Operation 19.1. Network Connection Connect one end of a cable with a RJ45 connection (western jack) to your Notebook’s network interface and the other to a different computer or hub/switch. You can find more details about the network in the Windows® help. 19.2.
Secure your WLAN network with suitable encryption so that third parties cannot access your data. 19.2.3. Requirements A so called Wi-Fi access point may be used as a remote station. A Wi-Fi access point is a radio transmitting device that communicates with your Notebook and controls access to the connected network.
19.4. Airplane Mode In flight mode, all wireless connections (e.g. Wi-Fi, Bluetooth®) are disabled. The airplane mode is disabled by default to ensure that all wireless connections are available. 20. Card Reader The shape and capacity of a memory card can vary depending on the manufacturer. You can use the following types of memory card: SD, SDHC, SDXC.
21. USB Port The universal serial bus is a standard for connecting input devices, scanners and other peripherals. The USB 3.2 ports are fully backwards compatible. Due to the arrangement of the contacts, the plug will only fit into the socket in one position (exception USB type C).
23. Resetting the notebook to its Factory Settings Use the Windows system recovery options if your system fails to respond as normal and a system recovery becomes necessary. NOTICE! Risk of damage! A flat battery during the recovery process may lead to data loss or cause damage to the system.
NOTICE! Loss of data! All the data stored on your notebook will be deleted as a result of resetting it. Back up your data before resetting the notebook. Always perform any type of recovery using AC power. If you have forgotten the Windows password for your device, you can also restore the notebook from the login screen after rebooting the device.
25. FAQs – Frequently Asked Questions ® How do I activate Windows ® • Windows is activated automatically as soon as an Internet connection is established. The time is incorrect. Click with the right mouse button on the clock in the bottom right corner of your screen and then click on “Adjust date/time”.
The touchpad is not working. To activate the touchpad, press the Fn+F5 keyboard shortcut. Problem recognising an additional hard drive If you add an additional hard drive to your device, the drive may not be immediately visible under Windows. If this is the case, proceed as follows: ...
You’ve checked through the suggestions in the previous section and you’re still having problems with your device? Then call our hotline or contact us at www.medion.com. We’ll be glad to help you. Before contacting your technology centre, however, prepare the following information: •...
Always charge your battery fully before embarking on longer trips and do not forget to take along your AC adapter. Find out about the power and communication options available in your destination before travelling. Where necessary, purchase the required power adapter before departure. ...
26.7. Storage when not in use Store the notebook in a cool, dry place if you are not going to use it for an extended period of time and make sure that it is protected from dust and extremes of temperature.
28. UK - Disposing of the product PACKAGING Your appliance has been packaged to protect it from damage in transit. The packaging is made of materials that can be recycled in an environmentally friendly manner. TRAY Recycle Recycle Recycle APPLIANCE Old appliances may not be disposed of with household waste! Should the product no longer be capable of being used at some point in time, dispose of it in accordance with the regulations in force in your...
However, these approaches were mostly very complicated and varied from one manufacturer to the next. When handling warranty issues for all of its display products, MEDION therefore adheres to the strict and transparent requirements of the standard EN ISO 9241-307, Class II; which has been briefly summarised below.
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EN ISO 9241-307, error class II Cluster Cluster Resolution Type 1 Type 2 Type 3 Type 1, type 2 Type 3 1024 x 768 1280 x 800 1280 x 854 1280 x 1024 1366 x 768 1400 x 1050 1600 x 900 1920 x 1080 1920 x 1200...
In our Service Community, you can meet other users, as well as our staff, and you can exchange your experiences and pass on your knowledge there. You will find our Service Community at http://community.medion.com. • Alternatively, use our contact form at www.medion.com/contact.
Please note that you cannot use the address below for returns. Please contact the Service Centre mentioned above. MEDION AG Am Zehnthof 77 45307 Essen Germany Importer for GB market by: MEDION AG c/o MEDION ELECTRONICS LTD. 120 Faraday Park, Faraday Road, Dorcan Swindon SN3 5JF, Wiltshire United Kingdom...
34. Privacy statement Dear customer, We wish to inform you that we, MEDION AG, Am Zehnthof 77, 45307 Essen, Germa- ny process your personal data as a data controller. For matters regarding data protection, we are supported by our company data pro- tection officer who can be contacted at MEDION AG, Datenschutz, Am Zehnthof 77, D –...
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