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To determine your Disclaimer Joybook model, please refer to the label on the packing box, or the printing on your Joybook. BenQ Corporation makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any warranties, merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose.
Sending a file to a Bluetooth device ........31 Package contents .................3 Using QMedia Bar ..............33 Getting your Joybook ready for use ...........3 Introduction to QMedia Bar ..........33 Expanding the capabilities of your Joybook......6 Setting up QMedia Bar ............33 Touring your Joybook..............
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Step 1: Reinstalling a clean copy of Windows Vista..50 Safety instructions for Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Bulgaria, Step 2: Reinstalling drivers and applications.....51 Latvia, and Croatia..............70 Protecting your Joybook from viruses and other security threats ..................51 Connecting to external display devices........52 Connecting to a VGA display device........52 Installing additional memory............
Joybook to This book provides you the main information about various devices external display devices. components in your Joybook and demonstrates how to use them. The following are the major chapters of this book. Installing additional Information about how to add memory additional RAM memory.
Typographics The usage of notes, tips and warnings in this manual is specifically for different purposes, which are described as follows: Icon/ Item Meaning Symbol Warning Information mainly to prevent the damage to components, data, or personal injury caused by misuse and improper operation or behavior.
Package contents 1. Installing the battery pack Before using your Joybook for the first time, please check if you have all the items with you. For details about what should be included in the package, refer to the Package Contents label inside the accessory box.
Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. The Joybook will automatically start charging the battery. To open your Joybook, slide the latch to the right (1), and then • The battery pack is shipped with low charge from the factory.
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4. Performing initial setup Press the Power button to start up your Joybook, and then follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial Windows Vista setup. • Your Joybook R56 Series works best with Windows Vista™ Home Basic, Windows Vista™ Home Premium, Windows Vista™...
Connect a separate audio or video device that has an HDMI Connect an external display device (such as a monitor or interface, such as an HDMI-capable display device, projector, projector) to the 15-pin D-sub video socket of your Joybook. A/V receiver, or any compatible device. For details, refer to "HDMI output socket (Type A connector)
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Connect an eSATA external hard disk to the eSATA port on your Insert an ExpressCard/34 module or ExpressCard/54 module to Joybook to backup, store, or transfer files. further expand the capabilities of your Joybook. For details, refer to "eSATA port" on page...
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Connect a telephone line to the modem port of your Joybook Connect USB peripherals to the USB ports of your Joybook. and dial-up to the Internet or send a fax. Connect a microphone to the microphone input socket to record sounds.
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Connect an earphone to the audio output socket to output sounds. Unless you intend to use the sound reproduction output of the built-in Joybook speakers, you will also need to separately connect the Joybook audio output socket to an appropriate sound reproduction device.
"Indicators" on page 17 for details. Power and quick access buttons Power button Turns your Joybook on or off. QShot button Allows you to capture desktop images, still images from movies, real-time images from QEye, or record a video of your screen with one touch. For details, refer to "Using QShot"...
For dissipating heat and keeping your Joybook at an optimal temperature. To prevent overheating, do not obstruct the vent. For example, do not use the Joybook in bed where a blanket may inadvertently cover the vent and block the airflow.
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USB 2.0 and IEEE 1394. If you have an eSATA external hard disk, you can connect it to the eSATA port on your Joybook to backup, store, or transfer files. Touring your Joybook...
MP3 players that use the USB 2.0 Can be used to connect to an earphone/headset interface. or external speaker for playing the Joybook audio. Microphone input socket Can be used to connect to a microphone for recording sounds.
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CD-R/CD-RW or DVD+R/DVD-R/DVD+RW/DVD- narrow RJ-11 phone cable into the similar looking but RW/DVD-RAM (optional) discs. Discs can be wider RJ-45 LAN port on the rear side of the Joybook. inserted/ejected by pressing the small ejection button on the drive. Power socket...
MP3 players that use the USB 2.0 interface. LAN (Local Area Network) port (RJ-45 connector) Allows the Joybook to connect to a 10/100Mbps fast Ethernet 100BASE-T network. Please be careful to avoid plugging a RJ-11 phone cable connector in the RJ-45 port. This will damage the LAN port.
Bottom view MiniCard and memory expansion slot cover Inside the cover, you can find the memory slot of the Joybook. There is also a MiniCard slot for using an optional MiniCard. • A wireless network card in the MiniCard form-factor design may have been pre-installed on selected models.
Indicators Indicators Hard disk/optical drive activity indicator Blinks in blue when the Joybook is accessing data Num Lock indicator in the hard disk drive or optical drive. Lights up in blue when the Num Lock is activated. Caps Lock indicator Lights up in blue when the Caps Lock is activated.
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QShot button indicator • When the system is on, it lights up in blue. • When the system is off or in Hibernation, the light goes off. • When pressing the QShot button, it blinks in blue. Touring your Joybook...
Premium, Windows Vista™ Business, or Windows Vista™ Turning off your Joybook Ultimate. When you first set up your Joybook, you may want to find properly information about the following topics. Refer to the user manual that is supplied with your operating system, or search...
Windows Mobility Center is a convenient location where you 6. To specify the action to take when you press the Start menu can quickly access your Joybook's settings, such as brightness, power button, click On battery or Plugged in, and then select volume, battery status, and wireless network, etc.
Using your Joybook Using the touchpad Component Function Touchpad Moves the pointer, selects or activates items on the screen. Left touchpad Equivalent to the left button of button an optional external mouse. Right touchpad Equivalent to the right button button of an optional external mouse.
• The touchpad is a pressure sensitive device that requires proper care to avoid damage. • Do not rest heavy objects on the touchpad or its buttons. • Do not scratch the touchpad with sharp-pointed objects or your fingernails. Using your Joybook...
You can use the function hotkeys to access commonly used functions or make quick settings. To use the hotkeys, press and hold the <Fn> (Function) key at the lower left corner of the keyboard, and then press the desired hotkey. The appearance of the keyboard legend may vary depending on the country/region of your purchase. Using your Joybook...
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<Fn> + <F4> Turns on or turns off the Bluetooth <Fn> + <F10> Decreases volume. function on your Joybook. <Fn> + <F6> Enables or disables system beep. <Fn> + <F11> Increases volume. When enabling system beep by pressing <Fn>...
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Microsoft Paint. Cancels minimization of all Application key Provides the same function as the <Shift> + + <M> windows. right touchpad button, bringing up a contextual pop-up menu. Activates the Run dialog box. + <R> Using your Joybook...
Using built-in wireless connectivity (available on selected models) With the built-in wireless connectivity of your Joybook, you can 3. Click on the WLAN icon in the notification area located access other wireless network enabled devices (such as Access in the lower right corner of your desktop to display a pop-up Point network stations, Notebook computers, Personal Digital menu.
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• When travelling by air, please be sure to turn off wireless networking to avoid any possible risks to flight safety. There are other ways for the Joybook to connect with a network. "LAN (Local Area Network) port (RJ-45 connector)" on page "Modem port (RJ-11 connector)"...
You can use the <Fn> + <F4> hotkey combination to turn on or My Device icon services menus turn off the Bluetooth function on your Joybook. • When you turn on Bluetooth using the <Fn> + <F4> hotkey combination, the Bluetooth icon appears in blue in the notification area.
• For details about how to activate the device's Bluetooth function, please refer to its documentation. • The maximum effective range of connection between your Joybook and the Bluetooth device is 10 meters. 3. Right-click on the Bluetooth icon in the notification area, and then click Display Classic View to launch the utility.
Bluetooth connectivity to transfer data wirelessly between your Bluetooth device and Joybook. 1. After your Joybook is paired with and connected to a Bluetooth device, right-click your Bluetooth device icon and select Search Services.
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The example shown above is specifically for connecting to a mobile handset. To connect to other types of Bluetooth devices or use other services, refer to the online Help for details by clicking "BlueSoleil Online Help" under the "Help" menu. Using your Joybook...
Introduction to QMedia Bar QMedia Bar integrates a number of software applications to enhance the multimedia experience on your Joybook. Click on the small triangle button and a rotating button bar will display. Setting up QMedia Bar Right-click on QMedia Bar and a menu will display on it.
Using the HDMI output socket HDMI supports uncompressed video data transmission 3. If you connect your Joybook to an HDMI-capable LCD TV between compatible devices. With the HDMI output socket on or projector, the image will be displayed on your Joybook and your Joybook, you can connect a separate audio or video device the connected device simultaneously.
LCD TV and then click Set Default and OK. Adjusting the audio output: When you have connected your Joybook to an HDMI-capable LCD TV with an HDMI cable, follow the steps below to adjust the audio output: 1. Right-click the Volume icon...
Adjusting the video output: If you want to switch the audio output back to your Joybook, in the Sound window, click the Playback tab, select Internal The screen resolution of your Joybook may not be supported on Speaker/Headphone, and then click Set Default and OK.
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3. In the Display Settings window that appears, click Advanced 4. Under the Monitor tab, try to adjust to an applicable screen Settings..refresh rate, and then click OK. Using your Joybook...
Using QEye Main screen Your Joybook comes with a 1.3 megapixel built-in camera (QEye) on the inside top of the lid, above the screen. With QEye, The Main screen in any module contains the following icons you can capture images, record videos, and also hold a video and menus.
• For more information, refer to Help topics in WebCam Companion, by clicking the Help menu and selecting Application Help, or pressing the <F1> key. The background affects picture clarity and light level, and the resultant image quality. Using your Joybook...
5. Click Stop Monitor when you want to stop monitoring. 6. Click Record Video under the Capture tab. The video file will be saved to the QShot folder that is placed on your desktop by default. The recorded video logs will be stored in Log Albums. Using your Joybook...
Using QShot Using the main features of QShot QShot is a stand-alone Windows application bundled in your Joybook. By pressing the QShot button , you can capture a Right-click the icon in the notification area, and then a screen in single still image/serial images, or record a video of your screen.
If no audio device is available, the recorded video contains no sound. • Auto Foreground: When "Auto Foreground" is enable, QShot will bring the selected window to the top before capturing image or video. Using your Joybook...
4. The captured image file will be saved to the QShot folder. • Captured image files are saved in the BMP file format. • The size of the captured image depends on the window size. • QShot does not support screen overlay capture capability. Using your Joybook...
Joybook hardware can override similar settings in BIOS setup. understand. The BIOS settings are needed by the Joybook to identify the types of installed devices and establish special To run BIOS setup, press the <F2> key immediately when the features.
The BIOS setup screen can be divided into four areas: Enter • Displays the sub-menu when an item with the arrow sign is • The top line is a menu bar that contains the titles of available selected. menus. Each menu title contains a specific menu. •...
Do NOT set the BIOS security password without having • To enable or disable a device, press the <Shift> + <1> keys. memorized it or written it down and stored it with your Joybook warranty documentation. Should you happen to forget or mislay •...
It is recommended that you go into BIOS to load setup defaults, whenever you have installed new hardware components. Boot from LAN During system startup, pressing <F12> will activate Boot from LAN feature, enabling your Joybook to boot from an OS image via the network. Using BIOS setup...
Windows Vista, and then the total size and available free space will appear in the Details pane at the bottom of the • Method 1: The QDataTrove function of your Joybook. For folder window. details, refer to "Using QDataTrove"...
Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the task. settings: The backup creates a "BenQ user" folder on the D: drive, which can be burnt to disk and archived independently of QDataTrove. This process will ERASE ALL data on your system drive C: and Recovering your backup files: restore the system to the default factory configuration.
Windows Vista is currently installed. However, other drives will not be affected. Windows Vista 8. Click Next. Your Joybook will restart a few times during the • All programs you installed or data you saved on the C: drive installation. Please wait while the installation is in progress.
Doing so helps you avoid unexpected destruction of your precious data in the Joybook and keeps your 2. You can perform the following tasks on the main page. privacy against any unauthorized access from other computers.
Connecting to a VGA display device You can output your Joybook's video signal to an external display device, such as a projector or monitor. Once the VGA cable is connected properly, simultaneous display will be available on your Joybook and the external display device automatically.
1. Shut down your Joybook completely. Disconnect the power capacity one. Before you upgrade or replace memory, please adapter and turn over your Joybook. check on the BenQ web site to determine the module which can be used, or contact BenQ distributor or customer service center. Battery...
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• Ground yourself to your Joybook with professional grounding equipment like an anti-static wristband, or touch the metal Battery retainer A surface on the inside of your Joybook to discharge any static 4. The memory cover is secured with 4 screws. Use a electricity.
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9. Use a screwdriver to secure the memory cover with the into place. screws. If the memory module is not installed properly, your Joybook may not boot properly. 10.Place the battery on its original position (1) and then slide 8. Replace the cover.
LAN within a building or campus. What should I do with the battery if I will not use my Joybook for a long time? Recharge the battery or discharge it to about 40% full, and then store it in a dry place at about 15°C to 25°C.
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Moreover, in order to protect the battery from exposing to high voltage and current for a long • If it is not lit up, your Joybook is not being supplied by power, time during charging, the battery has been equipped with a...
Why does the battery on my Joybook seem to last shorter and 4. Select the appropriate mode according to the settings of your shorter? LAN service from the Value drop-down menu on the right, and then click OK. It is normal for Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries to decline in •...
You can follow the steps below to prevent application programs from running when Windows launches: Windows uses disk space for operations, such as caching and virtual memory. The Joybook may not run reliably if the free 1. Press + R to display the Run dialog box.
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3. Click the Tools tab and then the Check Now button. 4. Check all checkboxes in the dialog box that follows. 5. Click Start. 6. Restart your Joybook. It may take some time to complete. To run Disk Defragmentation in Windows Vista: FAQ and troubleshooting...
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• The disc tray is closed. The U, I, O, P, J, K, L keys on my Joybook are coming up as • The CD or DVD is not bent or badly scratched. numbers instead of letters. Why? •...
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Exact capacity of a 40GB hard disk displayed in the OS: tends to get hot. To prevent overheating, do not obstruct the vent. For example, do not use the Joybook in bed where a 40,000,000,000÷1024÷1024÷1024=37.2529 (GB). blanket may inadvertently cover the vent and block the airflow.
Check the power button indicator. connect the target display to the Joybook again. • If it is not lit up, no power is being supplied to the Joybook. Connect the power adapter and restart the Joybook. • If it is lit up in amber, the Joybook has entered sleep mode in order to conserve power.
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I do if this happens? If your Joybook cannot display images at the default resolution, please visit the BenQ web site to download and update the latest Joybook display drivers. Contact your BenQ dealer if you encounter the following situations: •...
2. Use a damp cloth to wipe the outer surface of the Joybook. 3. Remove from the device and stored in a cool, dry, clean place Do not apply liquid or spray cleaners directly on the Joybook.
1. Refer to the illustration below to locate the 24-digit product serial number on the bottom side of your Joybook and write • Support: Here you can select the country/region you are it down.
13.Make sure the modem port is used only with a regular analog 3. Place your Joybook on a stable, level surface, and ensure that phone line. Do not connect a digital phone line to the the ventilation holes are not obstructed.
Disposal of Waste Electrical power adapter and Electronic Equipment by users in private households in • Use only the power adapter supplied with your Joybook. Use of another type of power adapter will result in malfunction and/ the European Union. or danger.
IEC 60950-1 and/or EN60950-1, First Edition BenQ EN 301489-1 V1.4.1:2002 Model designation(s)/Model no(s): EN 301489-17 V1.2.1:2002 Joybook R56 Series; DHR504 ETSI EN 300328 (V1.6.1:2004-08) ETSI EN 300328 (V1.7.1:2006-02) Company name, address, telephone & fax no. ETSI EN 301893 (V1.3.1:2005-08) Name: BenQ Europe B.V.
Safety instructions for Poland, Romania, Slovenia, Bulgaria, Latvia, and Croatia Polski România 1. Należy upewnić się, że zastosowano się do wszystkich 1. Asiguraţi-vă că respectaţi toate instrucţiunile şi instrukcji i ostrzeżeń dotyczących systemu. avertismentele privitoare la sistem. 2. Nie należy umieszczać komputera w miejscach 2.
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Български Slovensko 1. Следвайте всички инструкции и предупреждения 1. Glede sistema sledite navodilom in opozorilom. относно системата. 2. Raèunalnika ne postavljajte na mesta z moènim magnetnim 2. Не слагайте компютъра на място със силно магнитно poljem. поле. 3. V primeru nepravilne namestitve akumulatorja obstaja 3.
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Latviski Hrvatski 1. Sekojiet visām sistēmai atbilstošajām norādēm un 1. Pridržavajte se svih uputa i upozorenja u vezi sa sustavom. brīdinājumiem. 2. Ne postavljajte računalo u područje jakih magnetskih polja. 2. Nenovietojiet datoru tuvu spēcīgiem magnētiskajiem 3. Nepravilna zamjena baterije izazvat će opasnost od laukiem.