Samsung Chromebook 3 XE500C13K User Manual

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Getting Started
Proper Posture During Computer Use
Maintaining a proper posture during computer use is very 
important to prevent physical harm.
The following instructions are about maintaining a proper posture 
during computer use developed through human engineering. 
Please read and follow them carefully when using the computer.
Otherwise, the probability of (RSI: Repetitive Strain Injury) from 
repeated operations may increase and serious physical harm may 
be caused.
The instructions in this manual have been prepared so that 
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they can be applied within the coverage of general users. 
If the user is not included in the coverage, the 
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recommendation is to be applied according to the user’s 
needs.
Proper Posture
Adjust the heights of desks and chairs appropriate to your 
height.
The heights are to be adjusted so that your arm forms a right 
angle when you place your hand over the keyboard while sitting 
down on a chair.
Adjust the height of chair so that your heel is comfortably placed 
on the floor. Do not use the computer while you are lying down, but only 
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while you are sitting down.
Do not use the computer on your lap. If the computer 
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temperature increases, there is a danger of burning yourself.
Work while keeping your waist straight.
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Use a chair with a comfortable back.
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Keep the center of your leg weight not on the chair but on 
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your feet when you are sitting on a chair.
To use the computer while talking over the telephone, use a 
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headset. Using the computer with the phone on your shoulder 
is bad for posture.
Keep frequently used items within a comfortable work range 
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(where you can reach them with your hands).   
						

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Proper Posture During Computer Use
Eye Position
Keep the monitor or LCD away from your eyes by at least 
50cm.
Adjust the height of the monitor and the LCD screen so that its 
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top height is equal to or lower than your eyes.
Avoid setting the monitor and LCD excessively bright.
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Keep the monitor and LCD screen clean.
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If you wear glasses, clean them before using the computer.
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When entering contents printed on a paper into the computer, 
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use a static paper holder so that the height of the paper is 
almost equal to that of the monitor.
Hand Position
Keep your arm at a right angle as shown by the figure.
Keep the line from your elbow to your hand straight.
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Do not place your palm over the keyboard while typing.
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Do not hold the mouse with excessive force.
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Do not press the keyboard, touchpad or mouse with excessive 
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force.
It is recommended connecting an external keyboard and 
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mouse when using the computer for long periods of time.     
						

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Proper Posture During Computer Use
Volume Control (Headphones and Speakers)
Check your volume first to listen to music.
Check your   volume!
Check if the volume is too loud before using headphones.
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It is not recommended using headphones for long periods of 
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time.
Any deviation from the equalizer default setting could cause 
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hearing impairment.
The default setting can be changed through software and 
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driver updates without your intervention. Please check the 
equalizer default setting before first usage.
To prevent possible hearing damage, do not listen at high volume 
levels for long periods.
Use Time (Break Time)
Take a break for 10 minutes or more after a 50-minute period 
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when working for more than one hour.
Illumination
Do not use the computer in dark locations. The illumination 
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level for computer use must be as bright so for reading a book.
Indirect illumination is recommended. Use a curtain to prevent 
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reflection on the LCD screen.
Operation Condition
Do not use the computer in hot and humid locations.
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Use the computer within the allowed temperature and 
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humidity range specified in the User Manual.  
						

							24Chapter 1 
Getting Started
Overview
Front View
The pictures used for the cover and the main body in the 
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User Manual are those of the representative model of each 
series. Therefore the colors and appearance of the pictures 
may differ from the actual appearance of the product 
depending on the model.
The actual color and appearance of the computer may 
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differ from the pictures used in this guide.
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3
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6
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1 Camera Using this camera, you can take still 
pictures and record video.
2 Microphone You can use the built-in microphone.
3 LCD The screen images are displayed here.
4 Power Button 
Turns the computer on and off. 
5 To u c h p a d Use the touchpad to move the pointer on 
the screen or click items. 
6 Keyboard A device to enter data by pressing the 
keys.
7 Camera Operating 
LED  This indicates the camera operating 
status.  
						

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Overview
Left View
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1 Power LED Turns blue while the computer is turned 
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on.
Shows the battery’s charging status 
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while the computer is turned off. 
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  Red : Battery charging is in progress. 
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  Green : Battery is fully charged. 
2 DC Jack 
Connect the AC adapter that supplies 
power to the Chromebook.
3 Chargeable USB 
3.0 Port 
  You can connect USB devices to the USB 
port such as a keyboard/mouse, digital 
camera, etc.
Using a chargeable USB port, you can 
access or charge a USB device.
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Digital Video/
Audio Port (HDMI) 
 (Optional) You can connect an HDMI cable to this 
port. Using this port, you can enjoy digital 
video and audio on the TV.
5 Micro SD Card  
Slot 
This slot is for micro SD cards.
Right View
1 2
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Earset / headset 
Jack Use this jack to connect your earset or 
headset.
2 USB 2.0 Port 
 
or Chargeable 
USB 2.0 Port 
 
(Optional) You can connect USB devices to the USB 
port such as a keyboard/mouse, digital 
camera, etc.
Using a chargeable USB port, you can 
access or charge a USB device. 
						

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Overview
About the chargeable USB port
It may take longer to charge the battery when charging a 
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USB device.
The battery power level may be reduced when charging a 
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USB device while the computer is powered by the battery.
The charging status of the USB device is not displayed on 
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the computer.
This feature may not be available with some USB devices.
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Bottom View
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1 Speaker The built-in speaker is located here.  
						

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Turn the Computer On and Off
Turn the Computer On
To use the Chromebook, you have to connect to the Internet and 
then log in with your Google account.
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  Connect the AC adapter .
2
 If you open the LCD panel, the computer is automatically 
turned on. 
If the LCD panel is already opened, press the power button.
3
 Power LED is lit while the computer is turned on.
Turn the Computer Off
Press and hold the Power button for about 8 seconds to shut 
down the Chromebook. 
Press and hold the Power button for about 2 seconds to lock the 
system.
In this lock state, press and hold the Power button for 2 seconds to 
shut down the Chromebook.
To shut down the Chromebook when the system has frozen 
unexpectedly, press and hold the Power button for at least 8 
seconds.
Controlling the power of the Chromebook
If the Lid is 
closed When there is 
no input for a 
predetermined  period of time If the Power 
button is pressed
Signed-in  state Enters sleep 
mode Enters sleep 
mode The state 
changes to the  signout state.
Signed-out  state The computer is 
turned off The computer is 
turned off The computer is 
turned off
Press any key or swipe the touchpad to wake the 
Chromebook from sleep mode.   
						

							Keyboard 29
Touchpad  31
Multi-Card Slot (Optional)  34
Connecting an External Display Device (Optional)  36
Network (Optional)  38
LCD Brightness Control  39
Battery  40
Chapter 2.  
Using the computer  
						

							29Chapter 2 
Using the computer
Keyboard
Shortcut key functions and procedures are discussed in the following sections.
The keyboard image may differ from the actual keyboard.
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The keyboard may differ depending on your country. The following mainly describes the shortcut keys.
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Shortcut Keys
Here is an overview of the shortcut keys on the top row of the keyboard.
Shortcut Keys Function
Go to the previous page in your browser history. 
Go to the next page in your browser history.
Reload your current page.
Open your page in full-screen mode.
Enter Overview mode, which shows all windows.   
						

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Using the computer
Keyboard
Shortcut Keys Function
Decrease screen brightness.
Increase screen brightness.
Mutes the sound.
In Mute mode, press the 
 key to cancel the Mute function.
Decrease the volume.
Increase the volume.
Shift key
Hold the Shift key down to enter upper case letters.
shift
Hot key function
Press the following keys at the same time. 
You can check the hot keys in Chrome OS.
ctrl + alt + | 
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Search key
Where you’d find the Caps Lock key on a traditional keyboard, 
we’ve put the Search key. 
Press the Search key to move the pointer to the address bar of 
the apps list.
If you really need Caps Lock, go to the Settings page to make 
the Search key behave like a Caps Lock key.