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CTL Chromebook NL73T/NL73TW/NL73TWB USER MANUAL E N G L I S H 10.11.2021...
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CONTENTS BEFORE YOU START ................... 5 Make sure you have everything ...................5 Familiarize yourself with the Chromebook ..............6 OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL ................6 FRONT OVERVIEW....................7 LEFT SIDE OVERVIEW .....................9 RIGHT SIDE OVERVIEW ..................11 BACK OVERVIEW ....................12 BOTTOM OVERVIEW....................12 GETTING STARTED .................... 13 Power Sources ......................13 CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS ..............13 RECHARGING THE BATTERY ................14...
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CONTENTS APPENDIX ......................32 Charging the Stylus .....................32 Power Saving Function ....................33 Replacing the Pen Tip ....................33...
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TAKING CARE OF YOUR CHROMEBOOK • To prevent possible overheating of the Chromebook’s processor, make sure you don’t block the openings provided for ventilation. • DO NOT press or touch the display panel. • DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. •...
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BEFORE YOU START Make sure you have everything When you receive your Chromebook, unpack it carefully, and check to make sure you have all the items listed below. For a pre-configured model you should have the following: • Chromebook • AC adapter with power cord •...
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BEFORE YOU START Familiarize yourself with the Chromebook OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL To open the display panel, simply lift the lid up. When closing it, be sure not to slam it shut.
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BEFORE YOU START FRONT OVERVIEW The following is an overview of the front of the Chromebook. Camera Camera LED Microphones Touch Panel Camera Camera LED Keyboard Touchpad Pointing Device Microphones The built-in microphones allow for the reception and transmission of voice and/or other audio data to any program capable of accepting such input.
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BEFORE YOU START Touch Panel The display panel is a color touch panel with back lighting for the display of text and graphics. Touchpad Pointing Device The touchpad pointing device is a mouse-like cursor control with a touch sensitive movement pad. Keyboard The standard Chromebook keyboard is equipped with special shortcut keys which help you access common actions quickly.
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BEFORE YOU START LEFT SIDE OVERVIEW The following is a brief description of the left side of the Chromebook. USB Type C Port Suspend/Power On Button USB 3.0 Port Volume Buttons Kensington Lock Slot USB 3.0 Port The USB 3.0 port allows you to connect Universal Serial Bus devices. It supports v3.0 of the USB standard, which allows data exchange rates as high as 5 Gb/s.
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BEFORE YOU START Kensington Lock Slot The Kensington lock slot allows you to secure your Chromebook to an immovable object with an optional security cable.
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BEFORE YOU START RIGHT SIDE OVERVIEW The following is a brief description of the right side of the Chromebook. Audio Combo Jack (Headphone & Microphone) Memory Card Reader Battery Charging USB 3.0 Port Status Indicator USB Type C Port Memory Card Reader The memory card reader offers a fast and easy way to transfer digital photos, music and data between your Chromebook and flash compatible devices such as digital cameras, portable MP3 players, mobile phones, tablets, and handheld devices.
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BEFORE YOU START BACK OVERVIEW The following is an overview of the back of the Chromebook. BOTTOM OVERVIEW The following is an overview of the bottom of the Chromebook. Handle Speakers Handle The integrated retractable handle allows you to carry the Chromebook conveniently. Speakers Speakers provide audio output for video and music playback.
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GETTING STARTED Power Sources Your Chromebook has two types of power source: a Lithium-Polymer battery or an AC adapter. CONNECTING THE POWER ADAPTERS The AC adapter provides power for operating your Chromebook and charging the battery. Connecting the AC Adapter 1.
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GETTING STARTED RECHARGING THE BATTERY The Lithium-Polymer battery is recharged internally using the AC adapter. To recharge the battery, make sure the battery is installed and the Chromebook is connected to the AC. There is no “memory effect” in Lithium-Polymer batteries; therefore you do not need to discharge the battery completely before recharging.
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GETTING STARTED Starting Your Chromebook POWER ON The suspend/power on switch is used to turn on your Chromebook from its off state. For first time use, you must connect your AC adapter to the Chromebook and fully charge the internal Lithium- Polymer battery, once the battery charging status indicator has turned blue, you can power on your Chromebook by pressing the suspend/power on button located at the upper-right corner of the keyboard.
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GETTING STARTED USING SHORTCUT KEYS Your Chromebook has several shortcut keys along the top row of the keyboard that have various functions. Go to the previous page in your browser history Go to the next page in your browser history Reload your current page Enter Immersive mode, which hides the tabs and launcher Enter Overview mode, which shows all windows...
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GETTING STARTED Lock your screen Ctrl + Shift + q Sign out of your Google Account (twice) Ctrl + Shift + ? Display all keyboard shortcuts...
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GETTING STARTED USING THE TOUCHPAD A touchpad pointing device comes built into your Chromebook. It is used to control the movement of the pointer to select items on your display panel. The touchpad consists of a cursor control, and a clicking area. The cursor control works the same way a mouse does, and moves the cursor around the display.
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GETTING STARTED Dragging Dragging means pressing and holding the clicking area, while moving the cursor. To drag, move the cursor to the item you wish to move. Press and hold the clicking area while moving the item to its new location and then release it. Dragging can also be done using only the touchpad. First, tap the touchpad once over the item you wish to move with one finger.
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GETTING STARTED USING THE MULTI-TOUCH SCREEN The NL72T and NL72TW Convertible Touch series Chromebooks are equipped with a multi- touch screen. The multi-touch screen enables you to perform some actions without the use of the touch pad or a conventional mouse. The following table lists some touch motions that are applicable only to the NL73T, NL72TW, and NL73TWB –...
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GETTING STARTED Touch motion Description Hide or show your shelf: Swipe up from the bottom of the screen. Zoom out: Touch an area with two fingers and then pinch them together. This motion works only on some Web pages. NOTE Zoom in: Touch an area with two fingers and then spread them apart.
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GETTING STARTED POSITIONING YOUR CHROMEBOOK Your can position your Chromebook on the surface as follows: • Vertically: • Horizontally:...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Your Chromebook is sturdy and subject to few problems in the field. However, you may encounter simple setup or operating problems that you can solve on the spot, or problems with peripheral devices, that you can solve by replacing the device. The information in this section helps you isolate and resolve some of these straightforward problems and identify failures that require service.
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REGULATORY NOTICES Manufacturer Information Quanta Computer Inc. No, 188, Wenhua 2nd Rd., Guishan Dist., Taoyuan City, Taiwan, R.O.C. 桃園縣龜山區文化二路 188 號 Tel: +886-3-327-2345 Made in China Federal Communications Commission Declaration of Conformity Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause...
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REGULATORY NOTICES FCC Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
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REGULATORY NOTICES Le dispositif est conçu pour répondre aux exigences de l’exposition aux ondes radio créée par la science et l’innovation, développement économique Canada. Ces exigences limite de sar de 1.6 W / kg en moyenne pour un gramme de tissu. La valeur der - sen vertu de cette norme plus élevée au cours de la certification de produits déclarés pour une utilisation bien portés sur le corps.
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REGULATORY NOTICES Frequency Bands and Power Wi-Fi 2.4GHz: 20 dBm, Bluetooth 2.4GHz: 13 dBm, Wi-Fi 5GHz: 5150-5350MHz: 23 dBm, 5470-5725MHz: 23 dBm, 5725-5850MHz: 14 dBm RF Exposure Information For the countries that adopt the SAR limit of 2.0 W/kg over 10 grams of tissue. The device complies with RF specifications when used at a distance of 0.0 cm from your body.
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REGULATORY NOTICES Li-Polymer Battery Warning This Chromebook contains a Li-polymer battery to power the clock and calendar circuitry. Where providing safety devices or design in a BATTERY or equipment is not reasonably practical considering the functional nature of the BATTERY or equipment containing a BATTERY, INSTRUCTIONAL SAFEGUARDS in accordance with Clause F.5 shall be provided to protect the BATTERY from extreme conditions or user’s abuse.
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REGULATORY NOTICES Attention: Teachers, Parents and Adult Supervisors in Safety Instructions This Chromebook is intended for use as a child development tool primarily by children, 6 years of age or above. There must be supervision by an adult. It is a must to have a thorough explanation to children on safe and proper handling of the NL72T and NL72TW –...
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REGULATORY NOTICES ENERGY STAR model information ENERGY STAR Program was created to help identify the best ways to save energy. The little blue label says this product, this home, this building or factory is doing the right things to save. And energystar.gov offers the most comprehensive resource available for energy efficiency advice and information.
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SPECIFICATIONS 16:9/HD (1,366 x 768)/Flat/Glossy type/LED backlight/eDP interface On cell touch for finger Touch/Pen USI solution for stylus pen support Platform Intel Alder Lake integrated with N100/N200 CPU Chipset Intel Alder Lake integrated graphic (UMA) HD Audio with Wave RT supported Audio Dual digital microphone with integrated camera 2.0W x 2ch (over 5cc)
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APPENDIX Charging the Stylus Your can charge your stylus by using the USB Type C cable. Make sure to remove the insulating sheet and charge the battery before the first use. 1. Plug one end of the USB Type C cable into the charging port of the stylus. 2.
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APPENDIX Power Saving Function The stylus will enter the power-saving mode if the pen idles for more than 10 seconds. Replacing the Pen Tip 1. Pull out the used pen tip. 2. Insert the new pen tip into the stylus. Do not use excessive force when replacing the pen tip into the stylus.
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