JVC MP-XV841US User Manual

LET0248-006AINSTRUCTIONS 2004 Victor Company of Japan, LimitedMP-XV841USPrinted in Taiwan0504KHY*IDASSVICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITEDMobile Mini N

10 ENEND-USER LICENSE AGREEMENTImportant:Please carefully read this End-User License Agreement (“Agreement”) before installing or usingthe G.726 Decod

100 ENQ. How can I check the MAC address?A. Proceed as follows to check the MAC address of the PC’s wireless LAN.* In order to check the MAC address

EN 101DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW driveQ. I can’t remove the disc (the disc won’t eject).A. While data is being saved on a CD-R/CD-RW medium, the disc tray

102 ENTROUBLESHOOTINGQ.Data saving fails midway through the process.A. Before actually saving the data, conduct a data writing test with the writing p

EN 103Q. The data written on CD-R/RW media using another unit cannot be read on thisPC.A. •You may not be able to read the data which has been written

104 ENTROUBLESHOOTINGSD memory cardsQ. The “Not formatted” or “Not initialized” error message appears when I insert anSD card, CF card or other memory

EN 105MiscellaneousQ. The PC is hot.A. The PC may become warm when used for a long time, but this is not a failure.Do not block the vents in the bott

106 EN•If you forget the BIOS passwordThe following passwords can be set on the BIOS.• Supervisor PasswordThis is the password used by the administrat

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108 ENList of Support Centers1. Norton AntiVirus 2004http://www.symantec.com/region/reg-eu/techsupp/index.html2. RealOne Playerhttp://www.service.real

EN 109Trademark Notice1. i.LINK refers to IEEE1394-1995 and their expanded specifications. i.LINK and thei.LINK logo are trademarks of Sony Corporati

EN116. Limitation of LiabilityJVC WILL HAVE NO LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO ITS OBLIGATIONS UNDER THISAGREEMENT OR OTHERWISE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY

110 EN8 When the surface of the unit is dirty:•Wipe with a soft cloth.• Remove the dirt and dust on the keyboardusing a camera lens blower.• Do not re

EN 111How to DisposeRecommendations for product disposal• How to remove the lithium-ion battery packRefer to page 16.Take care not to short the termin

112 ENAPPENDIXSpecificationMain unit*1 The hard disk capacity is given as a multiple of 1GB which is taken to be the equivalent of one billion bytes.

EN 113*2 The video memory of 8MB to 64MB is automatically assigned from the main memory depending on the PC’s operatingconditions. For this reason, i

114 ENOptions (separately available)Option name ModelLithium-ion battery pack BN-LL23EPort replicator MP-DPX1EAPPENDIXXP841US_088_115.p7.0J 04.5.10, 7

12 ENTable of ContentsSAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... 2SOME DO’S AND DON‘TS ON THE SAFEUSE OF EQUIPMENT ...

EN13PARTS AND COMPONENT NAMESYour Mobile PC has the following parts and components.Display panelKeyboard (On/Off) KeyUSB connectorsModem jackLAN conne

14 ENHeadphone outputMicrophone inputWireless LAN antennaReset buttonVentilation slotsBuilt-in lithium-ionbattery pack (BN-LL23E)SD memorycard slotXP8

EN15SETTING UP1XP841US_002_022.p7.0J 04.5.10, 2:16 PM15

16 EN2. Open the display panel1 Slightly pull up the buckle of the Note PC,and the display panel will be unlocked.2 Carefully open the display panel

EN173. Recharge the battery pack by plugging the AC cord into DC Input connectorWhen recharging the battery pack:1 Plug the AC power cord into the AC

18 EN4. Make sure that the battery pack is fully rechargedTo avoid an interruption of your operation due to power failure, check the battery voltage

EN191 ATURN-ONTurning (On/Off) Key OnPress the (On/Off) key.The PC will turn on and the Windows logo will appear.• Status indicators (On/Off) KeyC

2 ENSAFETY PRECAUTIONSDear Customer,Thank you for purchasing this Mobile Mini Note PC. Before use, please read the safety informationand precautions c

20 ENInitial Setup of Microsoft WindowsWhen using your PC for first time, you must prepare the PC to use Microsoft Windows.Once you have finished the

EN216. Enter the user name and click [Next].The “Thank you!” screen will appear.TipsThe name you have entered is shown on the “welcome” screen that ap

22 ENTurn-OffCautions• Check the battery level before turning off the power to ensure that the charge caution screenwill not appear while you are usin

EN 23JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWAREAND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS2XP841US_023_035.p7.0J 04.5.10, 2:13 PM23

24 ENJVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARETo use the JVC original software, you must set it up in the “Setup of JVC Original Software” givenbelow. You can setup the

EN 254. When the software has been set up, a prompt for PC restarting appears. Click[Finish] to restart the PC.XP841US_023_035.p7.0J 04.5.10, 2:13 PM

26 ENCC ConverterThis is a data-band expansion system JVC has developed for audio applications. It reproducesthe timbre of the original sound from hi

EN 27The following menu options are effective only when you have checked the “Enable”option.About the expansion effect modesOne of the following three

28 ENPD-TS decoderThis decoder is designed to capture, using a separate personal computer (Pentium 4, 2 GHz orfaster recommended), the data which has

EN 29Easy Network ChangerThe Easy Network Changer is a network setting utility which enables network settings to bechanged easily.This utility makes i

EN3When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on allsides to allow for ventilation (10 cm (3-1

30 ENYou can create the removable recovery CDs using Bootable CD Creator (BCDC).1. Click [Start] [ [All Programs] [ [BCDC SE] to start BCDC.2. Select

EN 31STANDARD APPLICATIONYour Mobile PC has the following standard applications. Open the Help menu of each applicationto check the application usage

32 ENJVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS䢇InterVideo WinDVD 5 for JVCWinDVD 5 with Dolby Virtual Speaker and Dolby Headphone is a software DV

EN 33To Set Up the Standard Applications AgainYou can set up the standard applications using the Application CD-ROM. (The optionalCD-ROM drive is req

34 ENMEMOXP841US_023_035.p7.0J 04.5.10, 2:13 PM34

EN 35NAVIGATE IN THEINTERNET WORLD!3XP841US_023_035.p7.0J 04.5.10, 2:14 PM35

36 ENNAVIGATE IN THE INTERNET WORLD!TO CONNECT TO THE INTERNETYou must contract with an Internet service provider. Also, you need to have a telephone

EN 37Connection of Telephone Line and Modem SetupYour PC has a built-in modem and a cable attached to it. You can enjoy the Internet and e-mailservic

38 EN3. Setting up the modem1 Click [start] and [Control Panel] in this order.2 Click [Printers and Other Hardware].3 Click [Phone and Modem Options].

EN 39The Internet Connection SetupUse the following procedure to connect your PC to the Internet network. This setup exampleuses the built-in modem o

4 ENBattery PacksThe supplied battery pack isa lithium-ion battery. Beforeusing the supplied batterypack or an optional batterypack, be sure to read t

40 EN3. Click [Connect to the Internet] option, and click [Next].The “Getting Ready” screen will appear.4. Click [Set up my connection manually] opti

EN 417. Enter the phone number, and click [Next].The “Internet Account Information” screen will appear.8. Enter the User name and Password (and enter

42 ENTipsIf you need to set up the DNS server address, follow steps 10 to 20.You may need to set up DNS server addresses (the primary and secondary DN

EN 4315. Click [Networking].16. Click [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)] and click [Properties].The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” screen will appe

44 ENConnecting to the InternetAfter you have completed the “The Internet Connection Setup” procedure (pages 39 to 43), youcan connect to the Internet

EN 45Disconnection from the InternetWhen you are connected to the Internet, the use of the telephone line and the access to theprovider are charged.Di

46 ENAccessing a Web PageThere is a large number of Web sites available. You can access a Web site using Microsoft’sInternet Explorer in your PC. The

EN 47E-MAILINGYou need to set up a mailing software to send and receive E-mails.Setting Up E-Mail SoftwareSet up the E-mail transmission using the Out

48 EN3. Enter your E-mail address in the “E-mail address” field, and click [Next].The “E-mail Server Name” screen will appear.4. Enter the “Incoming m

EN 495. Enter the “Account name” and “Password,” and click [Next].The “Congratulations” screen will appear.6. Click [Finish].The “Congratulations” scr

EN53. DO NOT leave the unit...,... in places of over 50°C (122°F)... in places where humidity is extremely low(below 35%) or extremely high (above

50 ENSending and Receiving E-mailsYou can create and send E-mail messages, and receive and read E-mail from others. You canlearn procedures to enjoy

EN 513. Create a message.Destination: Enter the receiver's E-mail address. (Enter your E-mail address first to testE-mail transmission.)Title: E

52 EN7. To check the received messages, click [Inbox] on the screen.The received E-mail messages will be displayed.8. To quit Outlook Express, click [

EN 53OPERATIONS4XP841US_036_053.p7.0J 04.5.10, 2:12 PM53

54 ENUsing the Pointing DeviceThe pointing devices allow you to move the mouse pointer on the screen. You can move thecursor using the center stick a

EN 55• Double-clickPress the left button twice in succession and release it immediately.• DragUse this operation to move an icon or a file. To do so,

56 EN Using Hot keysYou can use the colored hot keys of the PC keyboard. Hold down the Fn key and press one ofthe Hot keys to execute its command.L

EN 57If a Key Top Has Come OffIf a key top has come off from the keyboard, put it back in place by following the procedurebelow.•How to attach the Ent

58 ENOPERATIONSUsing the center keysUsing the center keys on the left of the (On/Off) key, you can perform a number of operationsin a single action.

EN 59KEY LOCKUsing the DVD/CD function keysBy using the DVD/CD function keys at the bottom left of the keyboard, you can play DVDs orCDs in a single a

6 ENDeclaration of ConformityModel Number : MP-XV841USTra de Name : JVCResponsible party : JVC AMERICAS CORP.Address : 1700 Valley Road Wayne, N. J. 0

60 ENMEMOXP841US_054_069.p7.0J 04.5.10, 2:09 PM60

HARDWARE5XP841US_054_069.p7.0J 04.5.10, 2:09 PM61

62 ENHARDWAREUsing the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW driveThis PC comes with a DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive.Types of discs supported● DVD-RAM: Use discs beari

EN 633. With the label surface facing up, align the holein the center of the disc with the centralprotrusion of the disc tray, and push down onthe dis

64 ENHARDWAREUsing the SD Memory Card SlotYour PC has an SD memory card slot.An SD memory card or multimedia card can be used.When you use an SD memor

EN 65Using an External MonitorTo attach an external monitor to your PC, use the external display cable.Connecting an external monitorWhen you connect

66 ENConnecting to a NetworkWith the network function, you can connect to a network at your office or home to transfer databetween PCs and access the

EN 674 Double-click [Local Area Connection].The “Local Area Connection Status” screen will appear.5 Click the [Properties] button.The “Local Area Conn

68 EN8 Click the [OK] button.A message prompting you to restart the computer will appear.9 Click the [OK] button to make the change take effect.0 Rest

EN 695 Double-click [Local Area Connection].The “Local Area Connection Status” screen will appear.6 Click the [Support] tab and the [Details] button.T

EN7•Mobile Mini Note PC•AC power adapter•Three Application CD-ROMs•Instruction manual (this book)Lithium-ion battery pack•BN-LL23E•Warranty cardCHECKI

70 ENNetwork Connections Using a Wireless LANThe model MP-XV841GB PC comes with wireless LAN functions.You can connect to a LAN system from any locati

EN 71Suggestions for Using the Wireless LAN• Use the wireless LAN in a location where there are as few obstacles as possible. To maximizethe distance

72 EN1. Start up the PC.If the [Intel Setting Service] screen appears, click the [No] button.This message will no longer appear if a check mark is en

EN 732 Click the [Properties] button on the [Wireless Network Connection] screen.The [Wireless Network Connection Properties] screen now appears.3 Cli

74 EN4 Click the [Properties] button on the [Wireless Network Connection Properties] screen.The [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties] screen shown b

EN 75For making the wireless network connection via an access point:In cases involving an in-company LAN, etc. where a DHCP server is in operation on

76 ENTipsIn order to prevent wiretapping and unauthorized intrusions, a network key (WEP key)may have been set for each access point. Depending on the

EN 77How to Set the Wireless LAN Function1. Double-click the [Wireless Network Connections] icon on the task tray.The “Wireless Network Connecti

78 EN4. Select the network used from the list of [Preferred Networks], and clickthe [Properties] button.5. Set the necessary items, and click the [OK]

EN 79Checking the Battery LevelOn the “Power Option Properties” screen, click the [Power Meter] tab. The current total batterylevel is displayed. Us

8 ENJVC Software License AgreementImportant:Thank you for purchasing JVC Mobile Mini Note PC (“Product”).Please carefully read this End-User License A

80 ENPower-saving ModeIn compliance with the operation regulations of the International Energy Star Program, this unitenters the power-saving mode whe

EN 81• System in standby statusThe battery discharges whilst the PC is in system standby status. As a result, any unsaveddata may be lost or the syst

82 ENHARDWAREIncreasing the (Optional) Memory CapacityYou can increase the PC memory capacity up to 768M bytes (built-in memory 256M bytes +added memo

EN 83Continue to next page Adding or Removing a Memory BoardIf you have operated your PC, its inside may be hot and you may get a burn. Turn the powe

84 ENHARDWARE1) Mounting a memory board1 Check the correct mounting direction of memory board (by observing the cut area).2 Slant the memory board and

EN 85 Checking the Additional Memory BoardUse the following procedure to check the memory board installation.1. Turn on your PC and start Windows.2. C

86 ENUsing the UltraPOST self-diagnosis toolUsing this tool, you can check whether the following 13 items are operating properly: CPU,System Board, HD

EN 87PC RECOVERY(REPEATED PC SETUP)6XP841US_070_087.p7.0J 04.5.10, 2:08 PM87

88 ENPC RECOVERY (REPEATED PC SETUP)Setting Up Your PC Again1. What is the Recovery?When you return your PC to the original state as during shipment,

EN 89System Recovery Procedure1. Hold down the F10 key and press the Power button to start up your PC.When message “Do you wish to continue? (Y/N)”

EN95. Limited Warranty(1) THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. SHOULDTHERE BE ANY PROBLEM ARISING FROM OR CAUSED BY THE SOF

90 EN5. After the system recovery has been completed, the message “Turn Power switchoff and restart the PC.” appears. Restart your PC.Your PC has bee

EN 91TROUBLESHOOTING7XP841US_088_115.p7.0J 04.5.10, 2:04 PM91

92 ENQ&AThere are several troubleshooting keys. If you are not sure how to operate your PC, your PC doesnot work well, or you suspect that your P

EN 93Startup and Operation of WindowsQ. The screen has hung.A. Use the following procedure to forcibly exit the applications running on your PC.Impor

94 ENQ. If the system fails to start up when I have tried to start it up with a USB deviceconnectedA. Disconnect the connected USB device, start up th

EN 95DisplayQ. The PC is turned on but nothing appears on the screen.A. If the screen blacks out during operation, check the following. •When the

96 ENUsing the InternetQ. I cannot dial up.A. Check the connection. •Check that the modem cable is connected.If you see the “There was no dial tone.”

EN 97Q. The PC dials but connection is not established.A. Check the dialing setting. •Check that the dialing type (tone or pulse) is correctly set fo

98 ENQ. The PC makes a connection operation but connection is not established.A. Check the following.•Check the user name and password.Refer to the m

EN 99Wireless LANQ. I can’t communicate.A. Check the following. •Is the device serving as the other end of the communication the kind of device which