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Machine type: 10057/7712
Version 2.0
2010.07
31044787
Lenovo
IdeaCentre B5 Series

User Guide

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  • Page 1: User Guide

    Machine type: 10057/7712 Version 2.0 2010.07 31044787 Lenovo IdeaCentre B5 Series User Guide...

  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    Danger: Be aware of extremely hazardous or lethal situations. Attention: Be aware of possible damage to programs, devices, or data. Note: Pay attention to this important information. © Copyright Lenovo 2010.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    2.5 System Recovery ...34 2.6 Create Recovery Disc ...34 Chapter 3 Using the Computer Software ... 35 3.1 Lenovo Dynamic Brightness system ...36 3.2 Lenovo Eye Distance System ...37 Chapter 4 System Maintenance and Recovery ... 39 4.1 Restoring the System ...40 4.2 Backup and Restore ...40...
  • Page 5 4.3 Cleaning Up the Disk ...40 4.4 Checking For, and Correcting Disk Errors ...41 4.5 Defragmenting the Disk(s) ...41 4.6 Performing Daily Maintenance Tasks ...41 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting and Confirming Setup ... 43 5.1 Troubleshooting Display Problems ...44 5.2 Troubleshooting Audio Problems ...45 5.3 Troubleshooting Software Problems...45 5.4 Troubleshooting Problems with Optical Drives and Hard Disks ...46...

  • Page 6: Chapter 1 Using The Computer Hardware

    Using the Computer Hardware Chapter This chapter contains the following topics: Computer hardware introduction  Information on computer connections  Note: The descriptions in this chapter might vary from your computer, depending on computer models and configurations. User Guide...

  • Page 7: Front View

    1.1 Front view Indicator lights ON/OFF button Volume down Volume up Brightness down Brightness up LCD On/Off User Guide Built-in microphone Camera...

  • Page 8: Left And Right View Of The Computer

    1.2 Left and right view of the computer Attention: Be sure not to block any air vents on the computer. Blocked air vents may cause thermal problems. Optical drive Power button Card reader USB ports (2) Headphone connector Microphone connector User Guide...

  • Page 9: Rear View Of The Computer

    1.3 Rear view of the computer AV-IN connector (Selected models only) PS/2 Keyboard connector Ethernet connector USB ports (2) User Guide TV-Tuner connector (Selected models only) eSATA port Wireless reset button Power connector...

  • Page 10: Computer Stand

    1.4 Computer stand Use the stand to position the display to your preference. It can be rotated between 15º and 35º from the vertical. The stand provides stability to the computer; it is not a removable part. Attention: 1. The computer stand must remain installed at all times to ensure maximum system stability.

  • Page 11: Connecting Your Computer

    1.5 Connecting your computer Use the following information to connect your computer: • Look for the small connector icons on the back of your computer. Match the connectors to the icons. Note: Your computer might not have all of the connectors that are described in this section.

  • Page 12: If You Have Powered Speakers With An Adapter

    1.5.4 If you have audio devices, attach them using the following instructions: Use this connector to attach a microphone (purchased separately) Microphone to your computer when you want to record sound or if you use speech-recognition software. Use this connector to attach headphones (purchased separately) Headphone to your computer when you want to listen to music or other sounds without disturbing anyone.

  • Page 13: If You Have Powered Speakers Without An Adapter

    1.5.6 If you have powered speakers without an adapter: (This picture is only a sketch print, it does not show the actual figure of the speaker) a. Connect the cable that runs between the speakers if necessary. On some speakers, this cable is permanently attached. b.

  • Page 14: Important Information About Using The Computer

    1.5.8 Connect the power cords properly to grounded electrical outlets. 1.5.9 Your computer is equipped with a Memory Card Reader Connector, it is able to read/write data from: SD/MMC, MS, MS pro, SD Pro 1.6 Important information about using the computer Press the power button on the side of the computer to turn it on.
  • Page 15 Note: The buttons at the bottom of the screen are touch buttons. When you touch these, the indicator lights turn on. Hold the computer tightly when you carry it. User Guide...

  • Page 16: Keyboard

    1.7 Keyboard LVT —— After entering Windows, press this key to launch the LVT (Lenovo Vantage Technology) program, Lenovo’s pre-loaded Home PC software. In addition to its own functions, the LVT program will allow you to start other Windows compatible software, specially configured to run on this model of computer.

  • Page 17: Using The Infra-Red (Ir) Remote Control

    1.8 Using the Infra-red (IR) Remote Control (Only some models are equipped with IR remote control.) The IR remote control (only shipped with some types of computers) works with the remote control receiver on the chassis. Adjust the angle of the remote control properly.
  • Page 18 CLEAR ENTER User Guide...
  • Page 19 Buttons on the remote control: Button User Guide Description Power On Power Off Record Pause Stop Rewind Fast Forward Play Replay Skip Back More Start Windows Media Center Down Left Right Vol Up, Vol Down Mute Ch/Pg Up,Down...
  • Page 20 Digit keys * key # key CLEAR Clear Guide ENTER Enter Teletext On/Off Red, Green, Yellow, Blue Teletext keys (These 5 buttons are usable with TV Tuner cards installed and in countries that support Teletext functions only.) User Guide...
  • Page 21 User Guide...
  • Page 22 Buttons on the remote control: Button Description Down Left Right Confirm Back Details Guide (This function is not available in Microsoft Windows operating systems.) Shows live TV on the currently selected channel. Displays the Recorded TV page in Windows Media Center.
  • Page 23 CLEAR ENTER User Guide Turns volume up/down Previous/next channel Mute DVD menu Power supply (standby) Number (or Letter) buttons # key * key Clear Enter Teletext ON/OFF (Selected models only) Red, Green, Yellow, Blue (Selected models only)

  • Page 24: Using The Bluetooth Remote Control

    1.9 Using the Bluetooth remote control (Only some models are equipped with Bluetooth remote control.) Power Record Rewind Replay Back Left air mouse/Game A Volume up/Game X Volume down/Game throttle up * key Clear — Turn on/off/switch to games — Turn on/off the air mouse Headphone LED indicator of Bluetooth LED indicator of joystick game...
  • Page 25 — Turn on/off the telephone — Turn on the Windows Media Center Notes: When the Games mode and Windows Media Center are both turned on at the same time, the direction and OK buttons only work for games and do not work for Windows Media Center. For joystick games, the Volume Up/Down buttons as well as the Channel Up/Down buttons function as Game X/Y and Game throttle up/down buttons.
  • Page 26 When the Bluetooth indicator light blinks twice every second and at the same time the remote control makes a beep sound, it means that the remote control is waiting for Bluetooth connection and the steps to add Bluetooth devices to the OS can be started. 5.
  • Page 27 Bluetooth audio configuration. 1. In the Add Wireless Device dialog box, right click on Lenovo_RC device and select Properties in the menu. 2. Check the Headset box under the Services tab in the Properties dialog box. Click OK. 3. Right-click on Lenovo_RC device and select Control in the menu. 4.
  • Page 28 Insert the Game CD in the optical drive and follow the prompts to start the games. Use the remote control to install and play the games. For more information about the games, check out Access Help on the Game CD. 1.9.3 Air mouse In addition to the functions of a normal remote control, the air mouse can also be used as a regular mouse.
  • Page 29 Hold the air mouse horizontally. Do not use the air mouse in a slanted or vertical position. Doing so might result in the pointer moving into another direction other than the intended one. User Guide Press the air mouse On/Off button to switch between the air mouse and the remote control.
  • Page 30 1.9.4 Important information on how to use the remote control Remove all batteries when you do not use them for a long time to avoid possible leakage. Use reliable good quality alkaline battteries. You can use the remote control in the following directions according to your games: User Guide...
  • Page 31 The optimum distance between the remote control and computer is 1-3 meters (3-10 feet). User Guide Too close to the computer. 0 -1 meter (0 – 3 feet) Suggested range: 1 - 3 meters (3 -10 feet) Too far from the computer. Over 3 meters (over 10 feet)
  • Page 32 The best angle to use the remote control is within 30°. Make sure there are no physical obstacles between the remote control and the computer that could block the Bluetooth connection. Note: Bluetooth LED solid: Indicates a normal Bluetooth connection to the computer. Otherwise, this indicates disconnection or that the remote control is in sleep mode.
  • Page 33 3D LED solid: Indicates that the joystick game is active and can be manipulated by the remote control. Game switch button: Used to switch among the 3 different game modes - CD game, joystick game, or to turn off the game. Press the button once to switch to another mode. The remote control is the standard MCE remote control for the model configured with Windows MCE.
  • Page 34 Use the remote control normally to save battery power. When the remote control power indicator blinks every three seconds, this means that the battery power is low and the remote control will turn off automatically after 10 minutes. When the remote control power indicator blinks 3 times per second during 3 seconds and if in telephone mode there are 3 beeps during 3 seconds, this indicates that the remote control cannot be used.
  • Page 35 CAUTION When using the remote control, make sure the remote control s wrist strap is adjusted tightly around your wrist to avoid hitting people or objects around you. CAUTION Be aware of the people and the objects around you when you use the remote control.

  • Page 36: Chapter 2 Using The Rescue System

    Using the Rescue System Chapter This chapter contains the following topics: OneKey Recovery  Driver and Application Installation  System Setup  System Backup  System Recovery  Create Recovery Disc  Attention: Using this program will result in a loss of data. •...

  • Page 37: Onekey Recovery

    Detailed Operation Procedure 1. Turn on the computer. When the Lenovo logo appears, press the F2 key on the keyboard to start the Rescue System, then you can select OneKey Recovery.

  • Page 38: System Setup

    Method 1: Automatic Installation Turn on the computer. When the Lenovo logo appears, press the F2 key on the keyboard to start the Rescue System, then select Drivers and Application Installation. Follow the screen prompts to install the Lenovo Drivers and Application Installation.

  • Page 39: System Backup

    Back up your system partition to an image file. In case of a system failure, you can restore your system from this image file. In the Windows system, click Start → All Programs → Lenovo → Lenovo Rescue System. After starting the procedure, click System Backup to back up your system partition according to the prompts.

  • Page 40: Chapter 3 Using The Computer Software

    Using the Computer Software Chapter This chapter contains the following topics: Computer software instructions  Note: The interface and function of each of these features are subject to the actual software that was shipped with the computer model that you purchased. User Guide...

  • Page 41: Lenovo Dynamic Brightness System

    PC camera and is available only after the camera is installed. Before using this software, do the following: 1) Click Start → All Programs → Lenovo USB2.0 UVC Camera → vmcap. 2) Select Options → Preview from the pop-up window to display the image in the video capture window.

  • Page 42: Lenovo Eye Distance System

    If there are other devices in this option, do not check them. Only choose the “Lenovo USB2.0 UVC Camera” device, and the window should display the camera image. An image, which is caught by Lenovo PC camera, will be displayed in the video capture window. Adjust the position and pitch angle of the camera to ensure the whole face is displayed in the video capture window.
  • Page 43 The default setting has been pre-selected. You can adjust the viewing distance according to your needs. Notes: 1. Ensure the lens of the camera is exposed and not covered. 2. Ensure your eyes are exposed and not covered. (The function that detects the distance between the user and monitor is based on the position of the user’s eyes.

  • Page 44: Chapter 4 System Maintenance And Recovery

    System Maintenance and Chapter Recovery This chapter contains the following topics: Daily Maintenance and Tools Instructions  User Guide...

  • Page 45: Restoring The System

    4.1 Restoring the System The system can develop problems due to erroneous operation or the installation of additional software. If software problems develop in the originally installed software, you can restore the system by using system backup and restoration features. Note: The existing system settings will change after restoration.

  • Page 46: Checking For, And Correcting Disk Errors

    4.4 Checking For, and Correcting Disk Errors To properly maintain your system, you should periodically check for and fix hard disk errors by doing the following: 1. Right-click the icon for the hard disk drive (HDD) that you want to reorganize, then select Properties from the pop-up menu.
  • Page 47 Note: To avoid damaging the computer or display, do not spray cleaning solution directly onto the display. Only use products specifically designed for cleaning displays, and follow the instructions that are included with the product. The following are general methods for cleaning the components: •...

  • Page 48: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting And Confirming Setup

    Troubleshooting and Confirming Chapter Setup This chapter contains the following topics: Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution  Note: The description of the TV-Tuner card in this manual is only used for the machines which have the TV-Tuner card. It does not apply to those machines that do not have a TV-Tuner card.

  • Page 49: Solving Problems

    • If an error message occurs in a program, see the program’s documentation. Note: The procedures in this document were written for the Windows default view, so they may not apply if you set your Lenovo® computer to the Windows Classic view.

  • Page 50: Troubleshooting Audio Problems

    2. Move any interfering devices away from the computer. 3. If the problem persists, consult with Lenovo Service. 5.2 Troubleshooting Audio Problems Problem: No sound from integrated speakers. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: •...

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting Problems With Optical Drives And

    1. Check to determine if there is an optical drive icon in the resource manager of the operating system. If not, restart your computer. If there is still no icon, contact Lenovo Service. Otherwise, continue with the next step of this procedure.

  • Page 52: Special Considerations For Troubleshooting Windows

    Problem: The capacity of the hard disk, as indicated by the system, is less than the nominal capacity. Troubleshooting and problem resolution: For computers equipped with the OneKey Recovery feature, the system recovery feature needs to occupy some hard disk space. This may account for the apparent hard disk capacity deficit. Further Technical Explanation: The nominal capacity of the hard disk is expressed in the decimal system, 1000 bytes.

  • Page 53: Wireless Keyboard And Mouse Instructions

    • Before you can watch teletext programming, you must set the TV tuner input signal to analog. 5.6 Wireless keyboard and mouse instructions (Only some models are equipped with wireless keyboard and mouse) Before using the wireless keyboard and mouse, carefully read the configuration instructions in the Quick Reference poster.
  • Page 54 → Control Panel → Hardware and Sound. Press Add a device to pop-up a dialog box. 5. Select the Lenovo Bluetooth Mouse and click Next to establish the bluetooth connection. 6. Select the Lenovo Bluetooth keyboard and click Next. (Press Add a device icon if the dialog box is closed and press the connect button again.)
  • Page 55 User Guide...

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