Asus W5A User Manual

Notebook PC

Drivers and Utilities

User’s Manual

E1847 / Jan 2005

Support CD

Table of Contents

Support CD for Windows...................................................................................................... 5

VGA Driver ........................................................................................................................... 13

ATK0100 Driver (ACPI)........................................................................................................ 16

Audio .................................................................................................................................... 18

Bluetooth ............................................................................................................................. 21

New Windows Installation .................................................................................................. 5

Drivers for Windows...........................................................................................................5

Device Manager...............................................................................................................10

VGA Driver Setup............................................................................................................. 14

ATK0100 Driver Setup ..................................................................................................... 18

Audio Driver Setup........................................................................................................... 20

Bluetooth Driver Setup..................................................................................................... 22

Using Bluetooth................................................................................................................ 23

Turning Bluetooth ON or OFF.......................................................................................... 23

What is Bluetooth?........................................................................................................... 24

Contents of the Bluetooth Utility....................................................................................... 25

Exchanging files with a PC or PDA [FTP] ........................................................................ 28

CMOS Camera .....................................................................................................................33

Camera Driver Setup .......................................................................................................34

Using the Camera ............................................................................................................ 35

INF Update (Intel) ................................................................................................................ 37

INF Update Driver Setup.................................................................................................. 39

INTEL Calexico (Wireless LAN) ......................................................................................... 39

Wireless LAN Driver Setup - Calexico2 (ABG) ................................................................ 40

Wireless LAN Driver Setup - Calexico2 (2200BG)........................................................... 41

ASUS Wireless LAN ............................................................................................................ 44

ASUS WLAN Driver Setup............................................................................................... 46

ASUS WLAN Utility Setup................................................................................................ 47

LAN....................................................................................................................................... 50

LAN Driver Setup ............................................................................................................. 52

Configuring your LAN....................................................................................................... 53

Modem.................................................................................................................................. 56

Modem Driver Setup ........................................................................................................ 58

Modem Configuration....................................................................................................... 58

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RF Mouse ............................................................................................................................. 60

RF Mouse Driver Setup (LogiConnect)............................................................................ 62

RF Mouse Driver Setup (Logitech SetPoint).................................................................... 63

RF Mouse Hardware Setup ............................................................................................. 64

RF Mouse Software Settings (SetPoint) .......................................................................... 65

RF Mouse Pairing Setup (LogiConnect) .......................................................................... 66

RICOH................................................................................................................................... 66

Ricoh Driver Setup........................................................................................................... 68

LifeFrame ............................................................................................................................. 71

LifeFrame Setup .............................................................................................................. 72

Operating the camera ...................................................................................................... 73

Using LifeFrame............................................................................................................... 73

Overview of Features....................................................................................................... 74

Main Screen.....................................................................................................................74

Capture Buttons ............................................................................................................... 75

Application Area ............................................................................................................... 75

Preview Mode .................................................................................................................. 76

Enhance........................................................................................................................... 77

Effects .............................................................................................................................. 78

Setup - Basic Setup ......................................................................................................... 79

Setup - Capture Format ................................................................................................... 80

Setup - Capture Mode...................................................................................................... 81

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LiveUpdate........................................................................................................................... 82

LiveUpdate Setup ............................................................................................................ 84

Using LiveUpdate............................................................................................................. 85

Norton Internet Security ..................................................................................................... 87

Norton Internet Security Setup......................................................................................... 88

Power4 Gear ........................................................................................................................ 92

Power4 Gear Setup ......................................................................................................... 94

Benefits of Power4 Gear.................................................................................................. 95

Probe2 (PC Probe) .............................................................................................................. 99

PC Probe Setup ............................................................................................................. 100

PC Probe Reference...................................................................................................... 101

TouchPad ........................................................................................................................... 105

Touchpad Setup ............................................................................................................. 106

Synaptics® TouchPad Features..................................................................................... 107

Property Pages .............................................................................................................. 110

Frequently Asked Questions .......................................................................................... 117

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Video Security ................................................................................................................... 118

Support CD

WinFlash ............................................................................................................................ 128

Wireless Console .............................................................................................................. 132

Video Security Utility Reference .................................................................................... 120

Video Security Setup...................................................................................................... 121

Introduction .................................................................................................................... 122

Main Setting ................................................................................................................... 123

Mode .............................................................................................................................. 124

Procedures..................................................................................................................... 125

Device ............................................................................................................................ 127

Advanced ....................................................................................................................... 127

WINFLASH Setup .......................................................................................................... 130

Using WINFLASH ..........................................................................................................131

Wireless Console Setup................................................................................................. 134

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Support CD for Windows

The Notebook PC you purchased may or may not be preloaded with
an operating system. The support CD included with this Notebook
PC provides all the necessary drivers and utilities in order for you to
use your Notebook PC with Microsoft® Windows® XP (referred to
as “Windows” in this User’s Manual).

The levels of hardware and software support may vary depending on the installed operating system. Operating
systems not pre-installed on this Notebook PC may produce different results than the ones described in the
provided user’s manuals.

If your Notebook PC is not preloaded with any operating system, or you want to install another operating
system other than the preloaded one, the following pages will give step-by-step installation procedures for
typical system configurations under the Windows
online help provided with each of the applications after installation. The following are contents of a typical
support CD. Variations may be found for each territory or language. If the autorun menu does not appear,
double clicking the CD-ROM disc drive icon in “My Computer” (may be the (D:) drive or (E:) drive on hard
drives with two partitions) or running SETUP.EXE (through Start menu “Run...”) located in the root of the
support CD, will bring up the autorun menu.

New Windows Installation

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operating system. For application usage, please see the

Support CD

If you install a new operating system on your Notebook PC, there will be many hardware devices without
drivers. Use the provided support CD to correct this problem.

Drivers for Windows

Next page gives descriptions of each support CD item. Due to ongoing improvements in the support CD,
there may be some differences between this User’s Manual and your support CD. The names in quotations
are the actual driver names displayed in the System Properties of MS Windows. Windows cannot contain all
the device drivers from every manufacturer, with every update; therefore the provided support CD will
contain the best driver for your built-in devices and should be used in place of any Windows default drivers.

Some drivers may already be provided in Windows. If you have any problems with these drivers, visit the
Microsoft Windows Update site. A link is provided in Microsoft Windows Explorer under “Tools.” The
exact controller and driver will vary by model and territory .

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Support CD

Software Drivers

VGA (Display) (Depends on model)

“Mobile Intel(R) 915GM/GMS, 910GML Express Chipset Family” Driver

Installing the VGA driver first will make viewing other setup screens much easier. This installs display
drivers for your operating system in order to properly use the Notebook PC’ s built-in graphics controller and
to provide optimal display features. Once the display driver is installed, you can change your display’s
resolution and color through Display Properties.

This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “ Display adapters.”

ATK0100 “ATK0100 ACPI UTILITY” Utility

This utility is required for special utilities provided in the support CD. This installs drivers for the Notebook
PC’s Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) for features utilizing power management functions.

This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “System devices.”

Audio “Realtek High Definition Audio” Driver

This installs audio drivers for your operating system in order to properly use the Notebook PC’ s built-in sound
controller. All audio functions are configured through Windows and help can be located within Windows
documentation or Windows help files.

This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “Sound, video and game contr ollers.”

Bluetooth “USB Bluetooth Driver (CSR)” and “Bluetooth Personal Area Network from TOSHIBA” Driver

This installs audio drivers for your operating system in order to properly use the Notebook PC’s built-in infrared
controller for wireless data transfers between devices with infrared ports such as PDAs, phones, printers, and
other Notebook PCs.

This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “Universal Serial Bus contr ollers” and “Network adapters”.

CMOS Camera “ASUS Mobile Vision Camera W5-A01” Driver (on selected models)

Installs a camera driver in order to enable the optional built-in camera on top of the LCD panel.
This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “ Imaging devices.”

INF Update

This installs Windows support files for advanced features in new chipsets.

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Intel Calexico2 / ASUS WLAN (Depends on model)

“Intel(R) PRO/Wireless 2200BG Network Connection” or “ASUS WLAN” Driver

Required on models with internal wireless LAN. Installs the required network driver for the Notebook PC’s
optional internal wireless LAN controller. If you purchased the optional internal wireless LAN, you need to
install this driver. If you did not purchase the optional internal wireless LAN, you cannot install this driver.

Note: The internal WLAN varies depending on model and is not a user option. Y ou may use external
WLAN PC Cards (PCMCIA) from various manufacturers.

This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “Network Adapters.”

LAN “Realtek RTL8139/810x Family Fast Ethernet NIC” Driver

Installs the required LAN (Local Area Network) drivers for the Notebook PC’s built-in PCI Fast-Ethernet
controller.

This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “Network Adapters.”

Modem “HDAUDIO SoftV92 Data Fax Modem with SmartCP” Driver

Installs the necessary driver in order for your operating system to have the correct files for the Notebook PC
with built-in modem and drivers for integration with the internal audio. With third-party software, fax and
speaker phone capabilities are possible using this Notebook PC.

This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “Modems .”

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RICOH “Ricoh R/RL/5C476(II) or Compatible CardBus Controller” Driver

A version of this driver is provided by Microsoft in its Windows XP operating system. The support CD
includes this driver called for added enhancements for W indows XP and other Windows versions.

This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “PCMCIA adapters.”

Software Utilities

AFLASH2 DOS Utility

This utility allows you to upgrade your Notebook PC’s BIOS in DOS mode. You enter DOS mode by
booting to a DOS system on a floppy disk, CD, or USB drive instead of entering the Windows operating
system. AFLASH2.EXE can be found in the “Aflash” folder of the support CD. (This utility is not shown in
this User’s Manual.)

LifeFrame Utility (on selected models)

This utility provides a full-featured camera and video controller for the built-in camera.

LiveUpdate Utility

This utility helps you easily upgrade your Notebook PC’s BIOS through an Internet connection.

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Norton Internet Security 2005 Utility

Installs Norton Internet Security to provide comprehensive virus prevention, threat detection, and repair
software for your computer. It automatically detects and repairs known viruses. Nor ton Internet Security
detects viruses and other potential risks in instant messenger attachments as well as in email messages,
Internet downloads, and other files. Easy updating of the virus definitions over the Internet keeps Norton
Internet Security prepared for the latest threats. Norton Internet Security also includes: Security protection
features, Personal Firewall, Spam filtering features, and Ad blocking features.

You may skip this software if you have your own antivirus software.

Power4 Gear Utility

Power4 Gear is a custom utility designed for this Notebook PC that allows you to use predefined or user
defined values for multi-selectable power saving modes or “gears”. You can “shift” between the “gears”
using the taskbar icon or the keys above the keyboard.

Probe2 Utility

Installs PC Probe utility to monitor the Notebook PC’s CPU temperature and other resources. This is an
optional software to help you better manage your Notebook PC’s resources.

TouchPad “Synaptics PS/2 TouchPad” Utility

Shown under Windows “Mice and other pointing devices.” Installs “Synaptics® TouchPad” utility. The
Notebook PC already supports built-in or externally connected keyboard and PS/2 mouse devices. However,
the provided device driver will provide enhancements and features to the T ouchPad to increase the functionality
of the TouchPad. For detailed information, see the Software Reference in the next section. To access help,
right-click the TouchPad icon on the taskbar and select Help.

Video Security Utility (on selected models)

Installs Video Security utility . Video Security lets you use the optional built-in camera as a security camera
and record activities within its view .

WinFlash Utility

Installs a BIOS update utility for W indows so that you can conveniently update your Notebook PC’s BIOS
without having to restart your Notebook PC in DOS mode.

Wireless Console Utility

Installs a utility to provide an on-screen display for the built-in wireless LAN and optional Bluetooth ON/
OFF status. This utility is triggered by the WLAN ON/OFF button.

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Drivers Provided in Windows XP

If you have any problems with these drivers, visit the Microsoft Windows Update site. A link is provided in
Microsoft Windows Explorer under “Tools.”

1394 (Already supported in Windows XP)

This driver is provided by Microsoft in its Windows XP operating system.
This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “IEEE 1394 Bus host contr ollers”.

AGP (Already supported in Windows XP)

This function is already supported in Windows XP. The support CD also includes a version of this utility for
other Windows versions. Installation will not be possible under Windows XP.

This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “System devices”.

PCMCIA (Already supported in Windows XP)

This driver is provided by Microsoft in its Windows XP operating system.
This device is shown under Windows Device Manager “PCMCIA adapters”.

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Support CD

Device Manager

“Device Manager” will be used in many device driver installation, upgrade, and verification processes.

1. Click “start” button.

2. Click “My Computer” icon.

4. Click “Hardware” tab.

5. Click “Device Manager” button.

3. Click “View system information” link.

Hardware Devices

After installing your operating system, several
question marks will appear under “Other devices”
representing hardware devices that Windows
cannot recognize. After installing the drivers from
the provided support CD. Those question marks
will go away.

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VGA Driver

(It is necessary to install the VGA driver first in order

to see other setup screens in their proper sizes.)

Topics Covered:
VGA Driver Setup
Display Settings for Windows XP
Taskbar Menu

The VGA driver will enhance the resolution and
features of the LCD display panel.

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Before After

(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

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VGA Driver Setup

Your VGA driver will depend on the Notebook PC model purchased. Running setup will give you the
following wizard.

1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after
reading the message.

3. When setup is complete, select “Yes...” and
click Finish in order to restart Windows with
a higher screen resolution*.

Windows may have already provided the
highest screen resolution support for this
graphics controller.

2. On the “License Agreement” screen, click Yes
after reading.

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VGA Driver Setup (Cont.)

Make screen resolution settings in “Display Properties”. Higher resolutions may be available but panning will
occur if you surpass the display panel’s specifications.

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functions are limited.

Windows XP does support 1024 x 768 without
additional drivers for this display controller.

After VGA driver installation (Model 1)Before VGA drivers are installed, graphics

Left or Right click - for shortcuts to display
settings.

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ATK0100 Driver (ACPI)

(Required driver)

Topics Covered:
ATK0100 Driver Setup

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Before After

(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

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ATK0100 Driver Setup

This driver requires that you manually install it from Device Manager . No software operation is required.

1. Double click Unknown device.

3. Select “No...” and click Next.

2. Click Reinstall Driver.

4. Select “Install from...” and click Next.

5. Browse to your operating system folder in
the “ATK0100” folder and click Next.

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6. Click Finish when setup is complete.

7. Click Close to close the properties window.

Topics Covered:
Audio Driver Setup

Audio

(Required driver)

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Before

The notebook PC has built-in speakers and microphone,
however, external audio accessories may be used.
External audio connections will disable the notebook PC’s
relevant built-in audio device (mic and/or speakers).

After

(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

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Audio Driver Setup

Running setup will give you the following wizard:

1. Click Next to begin setup.

2. When setup is complete, select No... and
click Finish in order to install other items.

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Bluetooth

(Required driver)

Topics Covered:
Bluetooth Driver Setup
Turning Bluetooth ON or OFF
Using Bluetooth

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Before

After

(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

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Bluetooth Driver Setup

Running setup will give you the following wizard:

1. Select a language from the pull down menu.

3. Click Next after reading the “License
Agreement”.

2. Click Next on the “Welcome” screen.

4. Click Install when the wizard is ready to
install the drivers.

5. Click Finish when setup is complete.

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6. Click No... in order to install other items.

Turning Bluetooth ON or OFF

You must install Wireless Console (described later in this manual) in order to have this feature.

ON OFF

Turn
Bluetooth
ON/OFF

See Bluetooth
ON/OFF status

“Show Console” from the taskbar icon or toggling
the wireless switch brings up this screen. Use
your cursor to select which wireless item to enable
[x] or disable [ ].

Using Bluetooth

Launch the Bluetooth Information Exchanger from the desktop icon.

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You can view online help from the Bluetooth pull-down menu for details on using Bluetooth.

Bluetooth introduction and usage is discussed in the following pages.

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What is Bluetooth?

Bluetooth is a global standard telecommunications
method that enables data to be exchanged wirelessly
between personal computers, peripheral components,
mobile telephones and other electronic devices.

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Data can be readily exchanged between Bluetooth devices
if they have been registered as components able to
communicate with each other.

A maximum of seven Bluetooth devices may be
connected together. By using Bluetooth to connect to a
mouse, keyboard, modem, printer, or other device, you
can do away with messy cabling and not have to be concerned about space restrictions, which will allow you
to work more comfortably .

What you need to know about using Bluetooth

Bluetooth exchanges data using radio waves.
The following points are critical in order to configure and use Bluetooth devices correctly .

• The devices must be Bluetooth-compatible

• The Bluetooth devices must be close enough to be able to communicate

• The devices must be in a connectable state

• No other radio wave-emitting devices should be operated nearby

• The Bluetooth devices must be turned on

The devices must be Bluetooth-compatible

The hardware and software used in your PC and other components must be Bluetooth-compatible.
Bluetooth-compatible products normally bear the following logo:
For further details, please refer to your local retailer or consult the product instruction manual.

Note: A Bluetooth communication card, adapter, or other similar device (not included) needs to be
installed in PCs or PDAs (personal digital assistants) that do not have Bluetooth built in.

The Bluetooth devices must be close enough to be able to communicate

Bluetooth devices situated in places beyond the reach of
the radio waves will not recognize each other, making
communication impossible.

In particular, please ensure that your Bluetooth devices
can communicate with each other before you register and
configure them for the first time.

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Note: PCs have a communication distance restriction of ten meters. Please refer to the instruction
manuals for information on the communication distance restrictions specific to each device.

Note: Communication interference may occur if any obstructions are located between the devices.
Devices may not communicate properly if they have been located, for example, on the ground and
first floors of a residence, despite their being within the acceptable distance.

The devices must be in a connectable state

The Bluetooth devices must recognize each other in order to be connectable for use.
In certain devices, simply turning on the power will not produce a connectable state. Moreover, the ener gy-

saving feature may come into effect after a certain amount of time, which will prevent the devices from being
detected. Please refer to the specific product instruction manual for further details.

No other radio wave-emitting devices should be operated nearby

Microwave ovens, wireless LANs and other radio wave-emitting devices located nearby may affect Bluetooth
communication.

Please ensure that your devices have been accordingly situated, and that the above devices are not in use
when you are operating your Bluetooth device.

The Bluetooth devices must be turned on

Bluetooth cannot be used if the devices have not been turned on. Some PCs and other components have a
Bluetooth communication switch that operates independently of the main power . Bluetooth cannot function
if this switch has been turned off.

Contents of the Bluetooth Utility

The Bluetooth Utility is a software tool used to configure a variety of settings once a connection has been
established between the PC and the Bluetooth device. It also facilitates the exchange of files between Bluetooth
devices.

The Bluetooth Utility comprises the following six tools. Descriptions are provided for the functions and the
supported profiles for the respective tools.

• Bluetooth Settings

• Bluetooth Manager

• Bluetooth Information Exchanger

• Remote Camera

• Bluetooth Local COM

• Wireless File Transfer

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Bluetooth Settings

This program enables you to easily configure settings
when you connect to a Bluetooth device for the first
time. The function of a configured and registered device
is displayed on the main window as a connection icon.
As a rule, the Bluetooth device will be connected
automatically after having been set up; however, a
shortcut can be created for a manual connection, if so
required.

Bluetooth Manager

This program, which appears as a Taskbar icon,
monitors and controls the power and operating status
of Bluetooth devices. It can be used to start the
Bluetooth Setup Utility, add a new connection,
disconnect from a remote device, and perform other
tasks.

Bluetooth Information Exchanger

This program enables you to easily transfer files and
images to or exchange business card data with a wireless
device by selecting the icon of the counterpart device,
or using the right-click menu in Explorer. The wireless
devices to which you are connecting must also support
the same service functions (FTP and OPP).

Remote Camera

Connecting to a Bluetooth-compatible digital camera
allows the device to be operated from the PC side, and
captured images to be sent to the PC.

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Bluetooth Local COM

This program, which is registered in the Control Panel,
can create a virtual COM port for use with the Bluetooth
Utility. If you need to create a client COM port with
the Bluetooth Setup Utility, it can be created
automatically without having to start the program.

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Wireless File Transfer

You can send a file wirelessly to another device by
right-clicking on the intended file and using the
“Sending to Bluetooth Device” menu that appears.

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Exchanging files with a PC or PDA [FTP]

Y ou can send and receive files other than business card
data with a Bluetooth-enabled PC or PDA.

Use “File transfer” in the Bluetooth Information
Exchanger to exchange files.

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Note: The same operations will be valid as long
as the PC and PDA support the FTP profile.

Note: “File transfer” cannot be used to send or
receive business card data. Please instead use
“Object Push” to perform these activities.

• Sending files to a PC or PDA (using icons)

• Sending files to a PC or PDA (by right-clicking the mouse)

• Receiving files from a PC or PDA

Procedure

Sending files to a PC or PDA (using icons)

1. Turn on the PC or PDA

2. Double-click on the Bluetooth Information Exchanger icon on the Desktop

Note: Alternatively, opening Explorer and clicking on the Bluetooth Information
Exchanger folder will produce the same result.

The [Bluetooth Information Exchanger] window will
appear.

3. Double-click on the [File transfer] icon

A list of devices will appear in the [File transfer]
window.

Note: If the desired device does not appear in the
list, please confirm that the device has been turned
on, and then select [Bluetooth] -> [Search Devices]. A device search will be performed. You can
also use “Image transfer” when sending individual image files.

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4. Use the mouse to drag and drop the file you
wish to send over the destination icon

In this case, the file will be sent to a PC named
“PC-1”.

Note: When using “File transfer”, you can send
individual files as well as entire folders.

5. Confirm that the file is being sent
The file will be sent to the PC.

Note: When sending files using “File transfer”,
a message requesting permission to receive the
files may appear on the destination (receiving)
device. The content of the message will vary with
the Bluetooth software installed on the
destination device, so please be sure to follow
the instructions provided. If you are using the
Bluetooth Utility, a message similar to the one
here will appear.

If the file has been sent successfully , the message here
will appear.

Please click on the [OK] button.

The message here will appear if the file transmission
was unsuccessful.

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Please click on the [OK] button to close the message,
and repeat the procedure.

Note: Files that have been sent will be saved in a
file transfer shared folder on the destination
device.

Note: Additionally, with “File transfer”, you can open the shared folder on the destination device
using Explorer, specify a subfolder, and then send the file there.

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Note: You can use Properties in the Bluetooth
Information Exchanger to change the location
of the “Shared folder” on the hard drive.

Sending files to a PC or PDA (by right-clicking the
mouse)

1. Turn on the PC or PDA

Confirm that a Bluetooth connection has been
enabled before proceeding.

2. Right-click on the file you wish to send, and
then select its destination from [to Bluetooth]

Note: If the desired device does not appear in
the list, please confirm that the device has been
turned on, and then select [to Bluetooth] ->
[Search other devices].

Once the devices have been detected, the message here
will appear. Please select the destination device, and
then click on the [Send] button.

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3. Confirm that the file is being sent

The file will be sent to the PC.

Note: When sending files using “File transfer”,
a message requesting permission to receive the
files may appear on the destination (receiving)
device. The content of the message will vary with
the Bluetooth software installed on the
destination device, so please be sure to follow
the instructions provided. If you are using the
Bluetooth Utility, a message similar to the one
here will appear.

If the file has been sent successfully , the message here
will appear.

Please click on the [OK] button.

The message here will appear if the file transmission
was unsuccessful.

Please click on the [OK] button to close the message,
and then repeat the procedure.

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Note: Files that have been sent will be saved in
a file transfer shared folder on the destination
device.

Receiving files from a PC or PDA

Your PC is able to receive files that have been saved in the shared folder on the destination PC or PDA.
Received files will be saved in the shared folder under “File transfer”.

1. Turn on the PC or PDA

Confirm that a Bluetooth connection has been enabled before proceeding.

2. Double-click on the Bluetooth Information Exchanger icon on the Desktop

Note: Alternatively, opening Explorer and clicking on the Bluetooth Information
Exchanger folder will produce the same result.

The [Bluetooth Information Exchanger] window will
appear.

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3. Double-click on the [File transfer] icon

A list of devices will appear in the [File transfer]
window.

In this case, the file will be received from the PDA
named “My Mobile”.

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4. Double-click on the [PDA-1] icon

The file saved in the shared folder in “My Mo­bile” will appear.

5. Right-click on the file you wish to receive, and
then select “Receive file”.

The file will be received from a PDA.

Note: With “File transfer”, you can send
individual files as well as entire folders.

Subsequent operations should be performed in the same
manner as when receiving individual files.

If the file has been received successfully , the message
here will appear.

Please click on the [OK] button.

The message here will appear if the file transmission
was unsuccessful. Please click on the [OK] button to
close the message, and repeat the procedure.

Note: The received file will be saved in the
“Shared folder” under “File transfer” in the
Bluetooth Information Exchanger

You can use Properties under the Bluetooth
Information Exchanger to specify the location of the
“Shared folder” on the hard drive.

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CMOS Camera

(Required driver on selected models)

Topics Covered:
Camera Driver Setup
Using the Camera

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After the driver and utility is installed, you may
begin using any camera or video software on the
Notebook PC.

Before
(No previous category in Device Manager)

Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.

After

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Camera Driver Setup

If you purchased the Notebook PC with the built-in camera, you will need to install this driver and utility.
Running setup will give you the following wizard:

1. On the “Choose...Language” screen, select the

language you wish to install and click OK.

4. On the “Setup Complete” screen, click Finish

to exit the wizard.

2. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next to begin
installing the driver.

ASUS Mobile Vision Camera will be placed in
“My Computer”. It is both a folder and a launcher
for Windows camera software.

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Using the Camera

Microsoft Windows

Double click “ASUS Mobile Vision Camera” in
“My Computer” to begin using the camera or to
browse previously captured images.

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With Windows native camera software, you can
see yourself in real-time. Click Take a new
picture in “Camera T asks” to capture your image
to this folder.

Your captured pictures will appear in this folder.

Y ou can copy the picture you want and save it to
another folder. You can delete all pictures in this
folder at once using the “Camera Tasks”.

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INF Update (Intel)

(Required driver)

Topics Covered:
INF Update Driver Setup

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(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

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INF Update Driver Setup

Running setup will give you the following wizard:

1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after

confirming this is what you want to setup.

3. On the “Readme” screen, click Next after

reading.

2. On the “License Agreement” screen, click
Next after reading.

4. Setup is now complete, select “No...” and
click Finish in order to install other items.

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INTEL Calexico (Wireless LAN)

(Required driver on selected models)

Topics Covered:
Wireless LAN Driver Setup
Wireless LAN Utility Setup
Wireless LAN Utility Quick Start

An optional access point is required to setup a
wireless network for the Notebook PC to connect to.

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Note: The internal WLAN varies depending on model and is not a user option. Y ou may use external
WLAN PC Cards (PCMCIA) from various manufacturers.

(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

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Wireless LAN Driver Setup - Calexico2 (ABG)

Driver depends on model. Running setup will give you the following wizard:

1. On the “Autorun” screen click Install Software. 2. On the “Welcome” screen click Next after
reading the message.

3. On the “Agreement” screen, click Next after

selecting “I accept...”

5. On the “Ready” screen click Install to begin

the installation.

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4. On the “Select Components” screen, click Next
to use the default settings.

6. On the “Wizard Complete” screen, click Finish
to exit the installation wizard.

Wireless LAN Driver Setup - Calexico2 (2200BG)

Driver depends on model. Running setup will give you the following wizard:

1. On the “Autorun” screen click Install Software. 2. On the “Agreement” screen, click Next after
selecting “I accept...”

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3. On the “Setup T ype” screen, click Next to use

the default settings.

5. Wait while components are installed.

4. On the “Install default components” screen,
click OK to use the default settings.

6. When complete, click Ok to exit the installer.

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Wireless LAN Utility Introduction

After installing the W ireless driver and utility, the utility will automatically start with Windows. If you need
to start it manually, you can launch the utility using the desktop icon or through Windows start. You will
need to make some wireless LAN settings before being able to use your wireless connection.

After installation, you will have several options
available through the icon on the task bar.

Green icon indicates connected, yellow
indicates disconnected mode, and white
indicates that the WLAN is OFF.

The wireless LAN utility will automatically search
for available networks if not connected.

Double click the taskbar icon to bring up the
connection status window. Click Details to view
available access point information.

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Configure - Make a new profile to save specific

settings for use in different WLAN networks.

Windows Wireless Settings

Windows provides a wireless utility to configure your wireless network controller.

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From “My Network Places”, you can view
network connections.

Clicking the taskbar icon will bring up window
displaying available networks. (Wireless
networks can be hidden for security purposes.)

You can manually add wireless networks from
the properties page.

Connection status will show the connected
network name and the signal strength.

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ASUS Wireless LAN

(Required driver an selected models)

Topics Covered:
ASUS WLAN Driver Setup
ASUS WLAN Utility Setup
ASUS WLAN Utility Quick Start

An optional access point is required to setup a
wireless network for the Notebook PC to connect to.

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Note: The internal WLAN varies depending on model and is not a user option. Y ou may use external
WLAN PC Cards (PCMCIA) from various manufacturers.

Screens will vary depending on your operating system but the contents should be the same.

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ASUS WLAN Driver Setup

Running setup will give you the following wizard:

1. Click Next after reading the “W elcome” screen.

3. On the “Select Program Folder” screen, click
Next to continue or you may first change the
folder.

2. Click Next after reading the “Information”
screen.

4. Setup is now complete, select “No...” and click

Finish in order to install other items.

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ASUS WLAN Utility Setup

After installing driver, you need to install the wireless utility.

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1. Click Next after reading the “W elcome” screen.

3. On the “Choose Destination Location” screen,

click Next to continue or you may first change
the destination folder.

2. Click Next after reading the “Information”
screen.

4. On the “Select Program Folder” screen, click

Next to continue or enter a dif ferent folder name.

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ASUS WLAN Utility Setup (Cont.)

5. Click Finish on the “Setup Complete” screen.

6. Select to use “...ASUS Utilities...” for added
features while using the wireless LAN device.

ASUS WLAN Utility Quick Start

After installing the ASUS WLAN driver and utility , the utility will automatically start with
Windows. If you need to start it manually, you can launch the utility using the desktop icon
or through Windows start. You will need to make some wireless LAN settings before
being able to use your wireless connection.

(Right-Click Menu)

1. Right-click the ASUS WLAN icon and select
“Wireless Settings”

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2. Set the Network Name (SSID) to the same
name as the SSID set in your wireless access
point.

ASUS WLAN Utility Quick Start (Cont.)

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3. Use “Site Survey” if you don’t know the name
of your access point(s).

5. Check the “Status” page to see the “Association
State”. It should show “Connected ­xx:xx:xx:xx:xx:xx”.

4. Encryption settings must also match those set
in the access point. Talk with your network
administrator if necessary. Click Apply to save
your settings

6. You can also see the connection quality on
the “Connection” page. Click OK to exit the utility .

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Topics Covered:
LAN Driver Setup
Configuring your LAN

RECORDER

LAN

(Required driver)

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Before

Connect the LAN port to a network to begin using
the built-in LAN function.

After

(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

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LAN Driver Setup

You will see a “Found New Hardware Wizard” if you device requires setup. If not your driver may already
be installed by W indows. If your device is not working, you can manually install the driver as follows:

1. Click Next to install files to your system. 2. When setup is complete, click Finish.

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Configuring your LAN

Joining a Domain or Workgroup (Windows XP)

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(1) Click Start and My Computer.

(3) Your computer name, workgroup or

domain information is shown here. Click
Change to view options.

(2) Click View system information.

You cannot use spaces or symbols in the
computer name. In the example here, a warning
is given when trying to use “Notebook PC”. Y ou
can use the single word “Notebook” instead.

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Joining a Domain or Workgroup (Cont.)

(4a) Domain:

The primary server in the domain will perform
routing functions and security verifications for
your computer. Select Domain and enter an
existing domain you wish to join. NOTE: After
clicking “OK”, you will be asked for the Domain
Controller’s Administrator password to join the
domain in Windows XP.

(4b) Workgroup:

If your network does not have a domain or
you are not authorized to join a domain, select
Workgroup and type in an existing name or
create your own (by typing an unused
workgroup name)

Administrator Name or Password not
accepted: You cannot login with the

Administrator name and use one password,
then use the Administrator name with another
password to add to a domain. You must login
using another name. See Windows
documentation to “Add New User” from User
Accounts in the Control Panel.

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Joining a Domain or Workgroup (Cont.)

(5) After you restart your computer, you should

see some contents through Entire
Network.

Viewing Your Network

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(6) Clicking on “My Network Places” will display

networks which you have installed protocols
for. Clicking a network protocol such as “MS
Windows Network” will display all the servers
available under that protocol.

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Topics Covered:
Modem Driver Setup
Modem Configuration

RECORDER

Modem

(Required driver)

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Before

Connect a telephone cable from your Notebook
PC to a telephone jack.

After

(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

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Modem Driver Setup

Running setup will give you the following wizard:

1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after
reading.

2. Setup is now complete, click OK to exit the
wizard.

Modem Configuration

Use New Connection W izard in “Network Connections” to start the configuration wizard to your modem.
The New Connection W izard also allows configuration for other communication devices (if available) such
as LAN, ISDN, ADSL, or Bluetooth.

1. Double-click New Connection Wizard in
Network Connections

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2. Select “Connect to the Internet” and click

Next.

Modem Configuration (Cont.)

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3. Select “Set up my connection manually” and
click Next.

5. Select your modem and click Next.

4. Select “Connect using a dialup modem” and
click Next.

6. Enter any name to represent your ISP.

7. Enter the dial up number for your ISP.

8. Select one of the security preferences and
click Next.

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Modem Configuration (Cont.)

9. Enter your ISP account name and password
and click Next.

10. Select “Add a shortcut...” and click Finish.

11. When you click on the link, the connection
window will show. Click Dial to connect to
your ISP.

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RF Mouse

Topics Covered:
Ricoh Media Driver Setup

(Required driver)

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This Notebook PC features a cordless mouse.
Install the drivers and utilities to begin using.

Before After
(No previous device)

(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

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RF Mouse Driver Setup (LogiConnect)

Running setup will give you the following wizard:

1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next to begin
the setup wizard.

3. When complete, click Finish.

2. On the “Ready to install” screen, click Install
to begin copying files to your system.

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RF Mouse Driver Setup (Logitech SetPoint)

Running setup will give you the following wizard:

Click OK after reading the message.

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1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next to begin
the setup wizard.

3. On the “Choose Destination” screen, click Next
to use the default path or Browse to another.

2. On the “License Agreement” screen, select “I
accept...” after reading and click Next to continue.

4. On the “Select Options” screen, click Next to
use the default options or make a selection.

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5. On the “Ready to Install” screen, click Install to
copy files and configure your operating system.

RF Mouse Hardware Setup

The RF mouse requires
two “AA” size batteries.
Slide the cover open to
reveal the battery
compartment.

6. When setup is complete, select “No...” and
click Finish in order to install other drivers
and utilities before restarting.

Turn ON the power to use

OFF ON

OFF ON

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the RF mouse, turn OFF
when not using.

Note: Make sure the RF mouse is within
usable range of the Notebook PC (about
23cm or 9 inches)

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RF Mouse Software Settings (SetPoint)

SetPoint software will allow you to make configuration
settings for your RF mouse. Run Settings from the
Windows Start menu.

My Mouse tab

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1. This screen allows you to swap left-right
buttons and assign a function to the wheel.

3. This screen gives the battery level of the RF
mouse.

2. This screen allows you to set scrolling and
pointer properties.

4. Tools tab: This screen gives support
information on the RF mouse.

5. This screen gives allows you to show or hide
the taskbar icon for launching SetPoint.

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RF Mouse Pairing Setup (LogiConnect)

LogiConnect will allow your Notebook PC to learn the RF mouse’s “Radio Frequency”.

Important: Your RF mouse should be paired at the factory. Do not use this utility repeatedly for no reason.

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1. Run LogiConnect from the
Windows Start menu.

2. When you see this message, press the button
on the bottom of the RF mouse to send
learning codes to the Notebook PC. The
learning process is immediate and you
should be able to click the OK button with
the RF mouse.

Make sure you have fresh batteries
and that the switch is turned ON.

OFF ON

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OFF ON

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3. Press here to send
learning codes to pair the
RF mouse with your
Notebook PC.

Note: Make sure the RF mouse is within
usable range of the Notebook PC (about
23cm or 9 inches)

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Topics Covered:
Ricoh Media Driver Setup

RICOH

(Optional driver)

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SD / MMC

MS / MS Pro

After the memory reader driver is installed, you
can read or write to various memory types. See
the hardware manual for information on
supported memory types.

Before After

(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

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Ricoh Driver Setup

Running setup will give you the following wizard:

1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after
confirming this is what you want to setup.

3. When complete, click Finish.

2. On the “Ready to install” screen, click Install
to begin copying files to your system.

4. Setup is now complete, select “No...” and
click Finish in order to install other items.

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Topics Covered:
LifeFrame Setup
Using LifeFrame

LifeFrame

(Optional utility)

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After the driver and utility is installed, you may
begin using any camera or video software on the
Notebook PC.

(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

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LifeFrame Setup

Running setup will give you the following wizard:

1. On the “Choose Setup Language”
screen, select a language using pull­down menu and click OK to begin the
setup wizard.

2. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next to
continue.

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3. On the “Customer Information” screen,
enter your information and click Next to
continue.

5. On the “Select Program Folder” screen,
click Next to use the default folder or type
a new folder name.

4. On the “Choose Destination” screen,
click Next to use the default path or
Browse to another.

6. When setup is complete, click Finish to
exit.

Operating the camera

Important: The camera can be used
in two positions: Facing forward or
facing backward but must be rotated
downwards.

Mic Mute Button

The Mic Mute button will quickly disable the built-in microphone in order to temporarily block the
microphone while recording a message or using a voicemail/teleconferencing software.

Camera Zoom Button

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The Camera Zoom Button allows you to zoom in or out while using the built-in camera.

Camera Button

The Camera button allows capturing images with the Notebook PC’s built-in camera. Windows soft­ware settings are necessary before use.

Using LifeFrame

Start LifeFrame through Windows Start menu.

Note: Close other camera applications before using LifeFrame (and vice versa). The Notebook
PC’s built-in camera can only be used with one software application at a time.

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Main Screen

Click the top right button
to switch modes between
320x240 and 480x360.

Overview of Features

Five function areas are included in the main screen:
(1) Preview Window – Preview snapshot or video clip.
(2) Status Bar – Show the status and information of capture/preview mode.

Capture mode

Video: resolution, date, capture time/size, HD space
Snapshot: resolution, date, HD space

Preview mode

Video: resolution, date, playing/total time, file size
Snapshot: resolution, date, file size

(3) Operation Area: bottom part/side part – Provide the operation functions:

• Side part: enhance, effects, setup

• Bottom part: voice switch, video mode, record/stop, snapshot mode, continue capture, interval

capture, auto motion detective capture

(4) Image Display Area – Display snapshots and video clips here, saved as thumbnails listing in descend-

ing order by image creation time.

(5) Application Area – Handle the thumbnails: mode switch, email, save, and delete.

Preview mode
status bar

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Application Area

Used to help manage the thumbnails.

Switch mode- click to switch between playback/capture
modes.

Email- open a new mail, add the image or video file you
would like to send as an attachment.

Save as- save thumbnails in other files.

Trash- click the thumbnail you wish to delete, then click
“Trash”. You could select multiple files to delete.

Capture Buttons

While
stopped

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While
playing

(1) Mute: click “Voice” to disable the voice recording

Voice: record the voice while capturing the video

(2) Video Mode:

1. click to switch the mode to recording

2. click “Record” to start recording

3. click “Stop” to finish recording
(3) Record: start recording/capturing

Stop: stop recording/capturing

(4) Snapshot Mode: click to switch from Video Mode to Snapshot Mode (not while playing)
(5) Continue capture: click “Record” when ready
(6) Interval capture: click “Record” to start, “Stop” to end (not while playing)
(7) Auto motion detection capture: click “Record” to start, “Stop” to end (not while playing)

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Preview Mode

For snapshot

Click the thumbnail you wish to preview .
When viewing the thumbnail list, use the arrows below the

list to scroll, or scroll bar on the side

Viewing video clips

1. Click the movie recorder icon on the lower right corner.

2. Click the thumbnail to preview .

3. Buttons will appear. Use these buttons to play the video.

Pause Play

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Stop Video play time bar

Enhance

There are several options to enhance your captures.

Check one option
(not both)

Check to enable
adjustment

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Auto Enhance: Auto Enhance, Low Light, Auto Tone, Clear text (white board)
Manual: Brightness, Contrast
Digital Zoom: 1x to 3x, in 0.5 increments

Click OK to save settings.

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Effects

Enrich your images with special effects.

PhotoFrame: Click “PhotoFrame”, then click the frame you like.
DateTime: Click to add date and time.
BlackWhite: Click to adjust color to black and white.
Sepia: Click to adjust color to sepia.
Emboss: Click to add the effect.
Negative: Click to add the effect.
Sphere: Click to add the effect.
Snow: Click to add the effect.
No Effect: Click “No Effect” to cancel the chosen effects.

Click OK to save settings.

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Setup - Basic Setup

There are three pages: Basic Setup, Capture Format, and Capture Mode

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Destination Folder: click “Browse” to choose the folder for saving files.
Camera Selection: the priority camera is set as ASUS Mobile Vision Camera W5-A01.
Advanced: click “Advanced” for further information of video setting. (It will vary according to

different cameras.)
Mirror Mode: check the box to see the image as the mirror reflection while previewing life video.

The Mirror Mode works when the camera and LCD are at the same side.

Click OK to save settings.

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Setup - Capture Format

Many options for output size, image format/quality , and video format/quality.

Output Size: 160x120, 176x144, 320x240, 352x288, 640x480, 1280x960
Image Format: BMP, JPG
Image Quality: use the scroll bar to adjust; the Default value is set on “High”.
Video Format: AVI, ASF, WMV
Video Quality: use the scroll bar to adjust; the Default value is set on “High”.

Click OK to save settings.

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Setup - Capture Mode

Y ou can adjust the capture mode with the following three items: recording time limited,
auto capture sensitivity , and capture interval setting.

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Recording Time Limited: check the box for setting the recording time, the maximum will be 120
minutes; default maximum time limit is 30 seconds. One single file size can be no bigger than 2GB.

Auto Capture: use the scroll bar to adjust the sensitivity of motion detect.
Capture Interval Setting: adjust the capture interval; the default value is 5 seconds.

Click OK to save settings.

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LiveUpdate

Topics Covered:
LiveUpdate Setup
Using LiveUpdate

(Recommended utility)

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(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

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LiveUpdate Setup

Running setup will give you the following wizard:

1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after
confirming this is what you want to setup.

3. On the “Select Program Folder” screen, click

Next to continue or enter a dif ferent folder name.

NOTE: You cannot run this utility without
first installing “ATK0100”. You will be given
this message if you do not have the driver
installed.

2. On the “Choose Destination Location” screen,
click Next to continue or you may first change
the destination folder.

4. On the “Setup Complete” screen, click Finish.

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Using LiveUpdate

Close other software to ensure no conflicts.

Newer versions will be shown. Check the items
to update or select “Check all”.

Click OK to connect to the “Live Update” server .

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Click OK to download and install the update.

When update is complete, click OK to exit.

You may be instructed to “reset your BIOS”. It
entails pressing [F2] on bootup to enter BIOS
setup and selecting Load Setup Defaults, and
then Exit Saving Changes on the “Exit” menu.

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Norton Internet Security

(Recommended utility)

Topics Covered:
Norton Internet Security Setup
Internet Proxy Settings
Internet Security Main Window
Internet Security Features

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(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

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Norton Internet Security Setup

Running setup will give you the following wizard:

1. On the “Autorun” screen, click Install Norton
Internet Security 2005.

3. On the “Preinstall Scanner” screen, click Next
to skip if you are installing on a new system,
otherwise you may click “Start Scan” if you are
reinstalling on a used system.

2. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after
reading.

4. On the “installation type” screen, click Next to
continue or you may “Browse” to another
destination folder or change other features using
“Custom” installation.

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5. On the “Ready to install” screen, click Next to
continue or click “Back” to change settings.

A program icon will be placed on your desktop.

After Windows restart

6. When setup is complete, select “Restart
Windows Later” and click Finish in order to install
other items before restarting your system.

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Norton Internet Security will startup each time
with Windows. This icon will be placed in the
taskbar to show that it is running and also to
provide shortcuts to configuration items.

1. On the “License Agreement” screen, select “I
accept...” and click Next to continue.

2. On the “Registration” screen, select “your
country or region” and click Next to continue. Y ou
may give enter your information if you do not mind
being contacted by Symantec.

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3. On the “Registration” screen, enter your
information and click Next to continue. Checking
“...postal mail from Symantec” is optional.

4. Your registration information will be sent to
Symantec through the Internet.

Check your Network and Internet settings if you
cannot connect to the Symantec server.

Internet Proxy Settings

Internet access within a company usually require proxy settings.

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5. Click Finish when registration is complete.

Click Finish to complete additional tasks.

Internet Security Main window

Open the main window from the program icon or the taskbar icon.

Click LiveUpdate
to update the
software and virus
definitions.

When you open the main window, you will see
status for each function. When you have time,
you can review each of the functions and make
adjustments to your desire.

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Click Help for
detailed descriptions
and instructions for
each function.

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Internet Security Features

Virus and threat protection features

Norton AntiVirus provides comprehensive virus prevention, threat detection, and repair software for your
computer. It automatically detects and repairs known viruses. Norton AntiVirus detects viruses and other
potential risks in instant messenger attachments as well as in email messages, Internet downloads, and other
files. Easy updating of the virus definitions over the Internet keeps Norton AntiVirus prepared for the latest
threats.

Norton AntiVirus includes expanded threat detection of both known and emerging threats, such as spyware
and other files that could put your computer at risk. Norton AntiVirus also scans files inside of compressed
files.

As always, Norton AntiVirus features continually monitor your computer and protect it from known and
unknown threats.

Security protection features

Norton Internet Security includes a suite of security tools that help keep your computer safe from security
threats and privacy intrusions.

Personal Firewall

Protects your computer from Internet attacks, dangerous W eb content, port scans, and other suspicious behavior .

Spam filtering features

As email becomes more popular, many users are receiving an increasing amount of the unsolicited commercial
email messages known as spam. Not only does spam make it difficult to identify valid email messages, some
spam contains offensive messages and images.

Norton AntiSpam incorporates several powerful features to reduce your exposure to unwanted online content.

Ad blocking features

Many W eb sites are using more aggressive techniques to draw attention to the ads on their pages. Some have
begun using larger, more prominent ads, while others rely on ad windows that appear when you enter or
leave the site. Along with increasing the amount of time that it takes to display Web pages, some ads contain
offensive content, cause software conflicts, or use HTML tricks to open additional browser windows.

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Power4 Gear

Topics Covered:
Power4 Gear Setup
Benefits of Power4 Gear
Power4 Gear Interface
Power4 Gear Configuration

(Required utility)

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The Power4 Gear button will toggle between the
various power-saving modes.

(Screens and drivers may vary depending on your model and operating system.)

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Power4 Gear Setup

Running setup will give you the following wizard:

1. On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after
confirming this is what you want to setup.

3. On the “Setup Complete” screen, click

Finish.

NOTE: You cannot run this utility without
first installing “ATK0100”. You will be given
this message if you do not have the driver
installed.

2. On the “Select Program Folder” screen, click
Next to continue or enter a different folder
name.

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Benefits of Power4 Gear

Power4 Gear gives you control over power consumption items by allowing you to instantly “shift” from one
power consumption scheme to another. The preferences or “gears” are shown below. You can change or
“shift” gears by using the Power4 Gear button above the keyboard or by using the task bar icon. Power4 Gear
can also be automatically activated when AC power is removed.

Power4 Gear Interface

Understanding the Power4 Gear buttons

Press the Power4 Gear button
(The icon

may vary depending on your Notebook PC model.)

above the taskbar to shift between the gears as labeled below .

Program Icons

From Windows Start – Programs, you will find Power4
Gear folder containing PMode Config and Power4
Gear icons.

PMode Configuration

Use PMode Config to set the display output resolution
to be used in conjunction with Presentation Mode. This
window will also show when Presentation Mode is
selected.

Power4 Gear

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Power4 Gear starts automatically with W indows. You can right-click the icon on the taskbar for quick access
to Power4 Gear settings.

Modes and Power Segments

When you are using an AC adapter, the Power4 Gear button will allow switching between modes as shown
in AC Mode. When you remove the AC adapter, the Power4 Gear button will allow switching between
modes as in Battery Mode. When you remove or apply the AC adapter, Power4 Gear will automatically shift
you up or down into the proper mode segment.

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AC Mode

Battery Mode

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Press Power4
Gear button

Right-click the taskbar item to bring up a menu.
Available items will depend on whether you are
using AC power or battery power

Press Power4
Gear button

Power4 Gear Configuration

Double click an item to bring up a menu of selections and click on a value to change. To save, select “Save
Configuration” form the “File” pull-down menu. If you did not save, you will be prompted to when you exit.
If you change Windows “Power Options Properties,” those settings will also be reflected in Power4 Gear
and vice versa.

Renaming Settings

You can rename the power saving levels as you
like using the same method to rename files or
folders in W indows. In the example on the right,
the brightness level is decreased to 13% and the
name is changed to “Max Battery Time”.

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Power Saving Details

Double click an item to view possible settings.
Some power saving items are only available
under certain modes.

CPU Performance

System Standby Timer

Display Panel Brightness

Hard Drive Off Timer

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Display Panel Off Timer

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Probe2 (PC Probe)

(Recommended Utility)

Topics Covered:
PC Probe Setup
PC Probe Reference
Starting PC Probe
Using PC Probe Monitoring
PC Probe Task Bar Icon

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PC Probe Setup

Running setup will give you the following wizard:

On the “Welcome” screen, click Next after reading
the message.

On the “Select Program Folder” screen, click Next
to continue or enter a different folder name.

On “Choose Destination Location” , click Next to
continue or enter another destination folder.

On the “Setup Complete” screen, click Finish.

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