Asus R2H-BH059T-2, R2H, UltraMobilePC, UMPC Hardware User Manual

UltraMobilePC (UMPC)

Hardware User’s Manual

E2951 / Nov 2006

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Table of Contents

1. Introducing the UltraMobilePC

About This User’s Manual �� 6

Notes For This Manual �� 6

Safety Precautions �� 7

Transportation Precautions �� 8

Preparing your UltraMobilePC �� 9

2. Knowing the Parts

Front Side �� 12 Right Side �� 14 Top Side�� 16 Left Side �� 18 Bottom Side �� 19 Back Side �� 20

3. Getting Started

Power System �� 22

Using AC Power �� 22 Using Battery Power �� 23 Battery Care �� 23 Powering ON the UltraMobilePC �� 24 The Power-On Self Test (POST) �� 24 Checking Battery Power �� 25 Charging the Battery Pack �� 25 Restarting or Rebooting �� 26 Powering OFF �� 26

Status Indicators �� 27

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4. Using the UltraMobilePC

Operating System �� 30

Support Software �� 30 Fast-Ethernet Connection �� 31 Wireless LAN Connection (on selected models) �� 32 Bluetooth Wireless Connection �� 33

Power Management Modes �� 34

Full Power Mode & Maximum Performance �� 34 ACPI�� 34 Suspend Mode �� 34 Power Savings �� 34 Power State Summary �� 35 Thermal Power Control �� 35

Stand by and Hibernate �� 36 Fingerprint Scanner �� 37 GPS Software �� 39

Appendix

Optional Accessories �� 42 More Optional Accessories �� 45 Optional Connections �� 46 Glossary �� 49

Certications

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1. Introducing the UltraMobilePC

About This User’s Manual Notes For This Manual Safety Precautions Preparing your UltraMobilePC

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About This User’s Manual

You are reading the UltraMobilePC User’s Manual. This User’s Manual provides information on the various components in the UltraMobilePC and how to use them. The following are major sections of this User’s Manuals:

1. Introducing the UltraMobilePC

Introduces you to the UltraMobilePC and this User’s Manual.

2. Knowing the Parts Gives you information on the UltraMobilePC’s components.

3. Getting Started

Gives you information on getting started with the UltraMobilePC.

4. Using the UltraMobilePC Gives you information on using the UltraMobilePC’s components.

5. Appendix Introduces you to optional accessories and gives additional information.

Notes For This Manual

A few notes and warnings in bold are used throughout this guide that you should be aware of in order to complete certain tasks safely and completely. These notes have different degrees of importance as described below:

NOTE: Tips and information for special situations.

WARNING! Important information that must be followed for safe operation.

IMPORTANT! Vital information that must be followed to prevent damage to data, components, or persons.

TIP: Tips and useful information for completing tasks.

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Safety Precautions

The following safety precautions will increase the life of the UltraMobilePC. Follow all pre-

cautions and instructions. Except as described in this manual, refer all servicing to qualied

personnel. Do not use damaged power cords, accessories, or other peripherals. Do not use strong solvents such as thinners, benzene, or other chemicals on or near the surface.

IMPORTANT! Disconnect the AC power and remove the battery pack(s) before cleaning. Wipe the UltraMobilePC using a clean cellulose sponge or chamois cloth dampened with a solution of nonabrasive detergent and a few drops of warm water and remove any extra moisture with a dry cloth.

DO NOT expose to or use near liquids, rain, or moisture. DO NOT use the modem during an electrical storm.

DO NOT expose to dirty or dusty environments. DO NOT operate during a gas leak.

SAFE TEMP: This UltraMobilePC should only be used in environments with ambient temperatures between 5°C (41°F) and 35°C (95°F)

Battery safety warning: DO NOT throw the battery in re. DO NOT short circuit the contacts. DO NOT disassemble the battery.

DO NOT expose to strong magnetic

or electrical elds.

DO NOT place on uneven or unstable work surfaces. Seek servicing if the casing has been damaged.

DO NOT place or drop objects on top and do not shove any foreign objects into the UltraMobilePC.

DO NOT scratch the display panel. Do not place together with small items that may scratch or enter the UltraMobilePC vents.

DO NOT leave the UltraMobilePC on your lap or any part of the body in order to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure.

DO NOT throw the UltraMobilePC in municipal waste. Check local regulations for disposal of electronic products.

DO NOT carry or cover a UltraMobilePC that is powered ON with any materials that will reduce air circulation such as a carrying bag.

INPUT RATING: Refer to the rating label on the bottom of the UltraMobilePC and be sure that your power adapter complies with the rating.

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CAUTION! There are three main types of airport security devices: X-ray machines (used on items placed on conveyor belts), magnetic detectors (used on people walking through security checks), and magnetic wands (hand-held devices used on people or individual items). You can send your UltraMobilePC and diskettes through airport X-ray machines. However, it is recommended that you do not send your UltraMobilePC or diskettes through airport magnetic detectors or expose them to magnetic wands.

Transportation Precautions

To prepare the UltraMobilePC for transport, you should turn it OFF and disconnect all external peripherals to prevent damage to the connectors. The hard disk drive’s head retracts

when the power is turned OFF to prevent scratching of the hard disk surface during transport. Therefore, you should not transport the UltraMobilePC while the power is still ON.

Cover Your UltraMobilePC

You can purchase an optional carrying case to protect it from dirt, water, shock, and scratches.

Charge Your Batteries

If you intend to use battery power, be sure to fully charge your battery pack and any optional battery packs before going on long trips. Remember that the power adapter charges the battery pack as long as it is plugged into the computer and an AC power source. Be aware that it takes much longer to charge the battery pack when the UltraMobilePC is in use.

Airplane Precautions

Contact your airline if you want to use the UltraMobilePC on the airplane. Most airlines will have restrictions for using electronic devices. Most airlines will allow electronic use only between and not during takeoffs and landings.

CAUTION: The UltraMobilePC’s surface is easily dulled if not properly cared for. Be careful not to rub or scrape the UltraMobilePC surfaces when transporting your UltraMobilePC.

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Preparing your UltraMobilePC

These are only quick instructions for using your UltraMobilePC. Read the later pages for detailed information on using your UltraMobilePC.

1. Install the battery pack

3. Remove the Tablet Pen 4. Turn ON the UltraMobilePC

2. Connect the AC Power Adapter

Slide the power switch and release�

(In Windows XP, this switch can also be used to safely turn OFF the UltraMobilePC�)

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LOGIN

POWER

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Extend the Tablet Pen as shown�

Then Tablet Pen can be inserted in the extended form and then contracted while pressing the Tablet

Pen ush with the UltraMobilePC.

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2. Knowing the Parts

Basic sides of the UltraMobilePC

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Microphone (Built-in)

The built-in mono microphone can be used for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.

Display Panel

The display panel functions the same as a desktop monitor. The UltraMobilePC uses an active matrix TFT LCD, which provides excellent viewing like that of desktop monitors. Unlike desktop monitors, the LCD panel

does not produce any radiation or ickering, so it is easier on the eyes.

Use a soft cloth without chemical liquids (use plain water if necessary) to clean the display panel.

Front Side

Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the UltraMobilePC.

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Camera

The built-in camera allows picture taking or video recording. Can be used with video conferencing and other interactive applications.

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Thumbstick Cursor Control

The thumbstick cursor control with its left and right cursor buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse.

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Audio Speaker

The built-in speaker system allows you to hear audio without additional attachments. The multimedia sound system features an integrated digital audio controller that produces rich, vibrant sound (results improved with external stereo headphones or speakers). Audio features are software controlled.

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Microsoft Touch Pack Key

Pressing this button will launch a software built exclusively for UMPCs (Ultra Mobile Personal Computers) called Microsoft Touch Pack.

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Fingerprint Scanner

The ngerprint scanner allows use of security software and using your ngerprint as your personal identication key instead

of carrying security cards or remembering passwords.

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Direction & Enter Buttons

The direction (up/down/left/right) and Enter buttons act the same way as those on a keyboard.

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Thumbstick Cursor Buttons

The thumbstick cursor control with its left and right cursor buttons is a pointing device that provides the same functions as a desktop mouse.

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UltraMobilePC Settings Button

The UltraMobilePC settings button bring up an easy menu to customize the UltraMobilePC to your desire.

Page Up & Page Down

The Page Up and Page Down buttons act the same way as those on a keyboard.

Status Indicators

Status indicators represent various conditions. Details are described in section 3.

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Right Side

Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the UltraMobilePC.

Expansion Port

The expansion port provides an easy-to-use PortBar docking solution to desktop peripherals and other accessories through a single connector.

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Notes: (1) AC power adapter must be used. Cannot be used when UltraMobilePC is in battery mode. (2) Recommend using two AC power adapters (one on the UltraMobilePC and one on the PortBar) when using all ports on UltraMobilePC and PortBar. (3) Disables UltraMobilePC’s LAN port when connected.

Note: An active LAN cable must be connected in order for Windows device manager to detect the built-in LAN. For the same reason, an active LAN cable must be connected when installing a LAN driver.

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LAN Port (disabled when using PortBar)

The RJ-45 LAN port with eight pins is larger than the RJ-11 modem port and supports a standard Ethernet cable for connection to a local network. The built-in connector allows convenient use without additional adapters.

Display (Monitor) Output (with provided adapter)

The provided VGA adapter for the expansion port will provide a 15-pin D-sub analog output to support a standard VGA-compatible device such as a monitor or projector to allow displaying on a larger external monitor.

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Headphone Output Jack

The stereo headphone jack (1/8 inch) is used to connect the UltraMobilePC’s au-

dio out signal to amplied speakers or headphones. Using this jack automatically

disables the built-in speakers.

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USB Port (2.0/1.1)

The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/ sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer.

Microphone Input Jack

The mono microphone jack (1/8 inch) can be used to connect an external microphone or output signals from audio devices. Using this jack automatically disables the built-in microphone. Use this feature for video conferencing, voice narrations, or simple audio recordings.

Power (DC) Input

The supplied power adapter converts AC power to DC power for use with this jack. Power supplied through this jack supplies power to the UltraMobilePC and charges the internal battery pack. To prevent damage to the UltraMobilePC and battery pack, always use the supplied power adapter. CAUTION: MAY BECOME WARM TO HOT WHEN IN

USE. BE SURE NOT TO COVER THE ADAPTER AND KEEP IT AWAY FROM YOUR BODY.

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SD Memory Slot

This UltraMobilePC has a built-in SD memory card reader that can read SD

ash memory cards from devices such as digital cameras, MP3 players, mobile

phones, and PDAs. The built-in SD memory card reader is not only convenient, but also faster than most external SD memory card readers.

Top Side

Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the UltraMobilePC.

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Audio/Video output port for connection to analog audio/video devices such as televisions or video recorders.

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Hold Key

When enabled, the buttons and the touchscreen will be disabled but the UltraMobilePC will continue to function (such as playing music).

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Air Vents

The air vents allow cool air to enter and warm air to exit the system.

IMPORTANT! Make sure that paper, books, clothing, cables, or other objects do not block any of the air vents or else overheating may occur.

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USB Port (2.0/1.1)

The USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is compatible with USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 devices such as keyboards, pointing devices, cameras, hard disk drives, printers, and scanners connected in a series up to 12Mbits/ sec (USB 1.1) and 480Mbits/sec (USB 2.0). USB allows many devices to run simultaneously on a single computer, with some peripherals acting as additional plug-in sites or hubs. USB supports hot-swapping of devices so that most peripherals can be connected or disconnected without restarting the computer.

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Power Switch

The power switch allows powering ON and OFF the UltraMobilePC and recovering from STD. Use the switch once to turn ON and once to turn OFF the UltraMobilePC. In Windows XP, this button can also be used to safely turn OFF the UltraMobilePC.

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POWER

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LOGIN Button

The LOGIN button sends a [Ctrl][Alt][Del] keyboard combination to the operating system to show Windows Security for logging in/off, locking, shutting down, showing task manager, or changing passwords. This special login feature is also known as Secure Attention Sequence (SAS).

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Wireless Switch

Enables or disables the built-in wireless LAN and Bluetooth (selected models). When enabled, the wireless status indicator will light. Windows software settings are necessary before use.

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Left Side

Refer to the diagram below to identify the components on this side of the UltraMobilePC.

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Mini-USB Port (Type A)

The mini-USB (Universal Serial Bus) port is for connection to the optional external USB keyboard.

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Wrist strap hook

The wrist strap hook is for use with the wrist strap to prevent accidentally dropping the UltraMobilePC when holding it in your hands.