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- Page 1 C720 Chromebook User’s Manual...
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Page 2: How To Register
Obtaining Acer accessories We are happy to inform you that Acer's warranty extension program and notebook accessories are available online. Come and visit our online shop and find what you need at store.acer.com. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Sign in to your Google Account........... 5 Create a new Google Account..........6 Browse as a guest .............. 6 Set your account picture............. 6 Your Acer Chromebook tour Front view..................7 Keyboard view................8 Function Keys ..............9 Touchpad................10 Left side view ................ - Page 4 Table of contents YouTube ...................17 Playing video or audio files ............18 Other Supported File Types............18 Chrome Web Store ..............18 Installing new apps from the Chrome Web Store....18 Settings Changing the language settings ..........19 Changing the clock settings ............20 Customizing appearance ............20 Customizing the wallpaper ..........20 Customizing the theme .............20 Setting up a printer ..............21...
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Page 5: Getting Started
Getting started Turn on your Chromebook On the Chromebook, the power button is located at the upper-right corner of the keyboard. A "connect" screen will appear when the Chromebook first boots up. Select your language settings Use the "Select your language" drop-down list to choose your default language setting. -
Page 6: Create A New Google Account
Getting started Create a new Google Account You can create a new Google Account if you don’t already have one. Click Create a Google Account on the right to set up a new account. A Google Account gives you access to useful web services developed by Google, such as Gmail, Google Docs, and Google Calendar. -
Page 7: Your Acer Chromebook Tour
Your Acer Chromebook tour Now that you are done setting it up, let us show you around your new Acer Chromebook. Front view Icon Item Description Web camera for video communication. Webcam A light next to the webcam indicates that the webcam is active. -
Page 8: Keyboard View
Your Acer Chromebook tour Keyboard view Icon Item Description Light sensor Detects the ambient light level. Keyboard For entering data into your computer. Touch-sensitive pointing device which functions like a computer mouse. Touchpad / click Pressing down anywhere on the pad button functions like the left button of a mouse. -
Page 9: Function Keys
Function Keys The computer uses function keys or key combinations to access some hardware and software controls, such as screen brightness and volume. The dedicated function keys each have a specific function.. Icon Function Description Previous Go to the previous page. Next Go to the next page. -
Page 10: Touchpad
Your Acer Chromebook tour Touchpad The built-in touchpad is a pointing device that senses movement on its surface. This means the cursor responds as you move your fingers across the surface of the touchpad. Action Gesture Click Press down on any part of the touchpad. -
Page 11: Right Side View
Right side view Icon Item Description ™ Accepts Secure Digital (SD ) cards. Note: Push to remove/install the card. ™ card reader The card reader uses one card at a time. Connects to USB devices. If a port is black it is USB 2.0 USB port compatible, if it is blue it is also USB 3.0 compatible. -
Page 12: Bottom View
Your Acer Chromebook tour Bottom view Icon Item Description Left and right speakers deliver stereo Speakers audio output. Environment • Temperature: Operating: 5 °C to 35 °C • • Non-operating: -20 °C to 65 °C Humidity (non-condensing): • Operating: 20% to 80% •... -
Page 13: The Chrome Os Desktop
The Chrome OS Desktop Desktop overview Window controls Status area Launcher and settings Window controls Icon Description Icon Description Close a tab Open a new tab Minimize, maximize, or dock the window on the left or Close the window right Back to the previous page Go to the next page Reload the page... -
Page 14: Launcher
The Chrome OS Desktop Launcher Icon Description Icon Description Google Chrome Gmail Google Search YouTube Google Drive Apps list Status area and settings Icon Description Icon Description Chrome OS help Shut down Lock screen Settings Battery status Volume control Wireless network Bluetooth status connection Note: Specifications vary. -
Page 15: Apps
Apps Managing apps Installing apps in Chrome OS See "Installing new apps from the Chrome Web Store" on page 18. Removing apps from Chrome OS 1. Click the apps list button ( 2. Right-click (click with two fingers) on the app you want to remove. 3. - Page 16 Apps 2. If this your first time accessing your Google Drive, click on the Google Drive icon to enable access. 3. Once your Google Drive is enabled, select the files that you want to upload. 4. Drag-and-drop the files on to Google Drive.
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Page 17: Enable Offline Access To Google Drive Files
Enable offline access to Google Drive files You can access files stored on your Google Drive while offline, but first you must enable offline access: 1. In the Apps panel, click on the Files icon, then click on Google Drive. 2. -
Page 18: Playing Video Or Audio Files
Apps Playing video or audio files Your Chromebook has a built-in media player to play audio and video files. To play a file, double-click on an audio or video file in your Files app. Media type Supported formats .3gp,.avi, .mov, .mp4, .m4v, .m4a, .mp3, .mkv, .ogv, Audio / Video .ogm, .ogg, .oga, .webm, .wav Other Supported File Types... -
Page 19: Settings
Settings Use the settings menu to adjust the various options for your Chromebook. To access the settings menu: 1. Click on the status area in the lower-right corner, where your account picture appears. 2. Click on Settings. 3. To show the advanced settings, scroll to the bottom and click on Show advanced settings. -
Page 20: Changing The Clock Settings
Settings 6. To enable a language for keyboard input, select the checkbox next to the language after adding it. 7. Click on OK when finished. Changing the clock settings You can change the time format and time zone on your Chromebook. If the date or time is incorrect on your Chromebook, try adjusting the time zone. -
Page 21: Setting Up A Printer
4. If any updates are available, they will be displayed on the page. Warning! Do not modify your Chromebook’s hardware yourself. Doing so will cause the update function to no longer work. Please get in touch with your dealer or an authorized service center. Visit www.acer.com to find an authorized service site. -
Page 22: Help
Help Help Online and offline help Additional help is available both online and offline. Help covers basic troubleshooting as well as more detailed information about Chrome OS and using your Chomebook. To access the help pages: 1. Click the status area in the lower-right corner where your account picture appears. -
Page 23: Information For Your Safety And Comfort
Information for your safety and comfort Safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Keep this document for future reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. Turning the product off before cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. - Page 24 Information for your safety and comfort product falls, it could be seriously damaged. • Slots and openings are provided for ventilation to ensure reliable operation of the product and to protect it from overheating. These openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings should never be blocked by placing the product on a bed, sofa, rug or other similar surface.
- Page 25 product where people will walk on the cord. • If an extension cord is used with this product, make sure that the total ampere rating of the equipment plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating. Also, make sure that the total rating of all products plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed the fuse rating.
- Page 26 Information for your safety and comfort Liquid was spilled into the product. • • The product was exposed to rain or water. • The product has been dropped or the case has been damaged. • The product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need for service.
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Page 27: Radio Frequency Interference
try to keep the battery between 15° C and 25° C (59° F and 77° F). A device with a hot or cold battery may not work temporarily, even when the battery is fully charged. Battery performance is especially limited in temperatures well below freezing. -
Page 28: Medical Devices
Information for your safety and comfort should not hold the device to the ear with the hearing aid. Do not place credit cards or other magnetic storage media near the device, because information stored on them may be erased. Medical devices Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including wireless phones, may interfere with the functionality of inadequately protected medical devices. -
Page 29: Potentially Explosive Environments
Disposal instructions Do not throw this electronic device into the trash when discarding. To minimize pollution and ensure utmost protection of the global environment, please recycle. For more information on the Waste from Electrical and Electronics Equipment (WEEE) regulations, visit www.acer-group.com/public/Sustainability/sustainability01.htm. -
Page 30: Tips And Information For Comfortable Use
Products that are ENERGY STAR qualified use less energy and prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Acer is committed to offering products and services worldwide that help customers save money, conserve energy and improve the quality of our environment. - Page 31 Pain, swelling or throbbing. • • Stiffness or tightness. • Coldness or weakness. If you have these symptoms, or any other recurring or persistent discomfort and/or pain related to computer use, consult a physician immediately and inform your company's health and safety department. The following section provides tips for more comfortable computer use.
- Page 32 Information for your safety and comfort Adjust the display brightness and/or contrast to a comfortable level for • enhanced text readability and graphics clarity. Eliminate glare and reflections by: • placing your display in such a way that the side faces the window •...
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Page 33: Regulations And Safety Notices
Regulations and safety notices FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. -
Page 34: Lcd Pixel Statement
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada. Declaration of Conformity for EU countries Hereby, Acer, declares that this notebook PC series is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/ 5/EC. -
Page 35: General
General To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors. This product complies with the radio frequency and safety standards of any country or region in which it has been approved for wireless use. Depending on configurations, this product may or may not contain wireless radio devices (such as wireless LAN and/or Bluetooth modules). -
Page 36: The Fcc Rf Safety Requirement
Regulations and safety notices The FCC RF safety requirement The radiated output power of the wireless LAN Mini PCI Card and Bluetooth card is far below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits. Nevertheless, the notebook PC series shall be used in such a manner that the potential for human contact during normal operation is minimized as follows: 1.