CUE airCUE-XM8 User Manual

User Manual

airCUE-XM8

Version 03

CUE, a.s., K Nouzovu 6, 143 00 Praha 4, Czech Republic

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User Manual airCUE-XM8

UM027_03, 15.11.2006

Copyright © CUE, a.s., Praha, Czech Republic 1990 - 2006.

All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.

1. Table of Contents

1. Table of Contents........................................................................................................................... 3

2. Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 4

2.1. Overview .................................................................................................................................................4

2.2. Models.....................................................................................................................................................4

2.3. Features ..................................................................................................................................................4

2.4. Programming...........................................................................................................................................4

3. airUE-XM8 Box Contents............................................................................................................... 5

4. Specifications................................................................................................................................. 6

5. Transport and Storage .................................................................................................................. 7

6. Physical Description...................................................................................................................... 8

6.1. Front Panel..............................................................................................................................................8

6.2. Rear Panel ..............................................................................................................................................9

6.3. Side Panel ............................................................................................................................................... 9

6.4. Bottom Panel.........................................................................................................................................10

6.5. Stylus ....................................................................................................................................................10

7. Setup and Using........................................................................................................................... 11

7.1. Switch On..............................................................................................................................................11

7.2. Calibration .............................................................................................................................................11

7.3. Installing Communication CF Card ........................................................................................................ 11

7.4. Autorestore............................................................................................................................................12

7.5. Launch Screen ......................................................................................................................................13

7.6. Backup/Restore.....................................................................................................................................15

7.7. Settings .................................................................................................................................................16

7.8. Factory Default Configuration ................................................................................................................ 28

7.9. Wireless Communication Settings ......................................................................................................... 28

7.10. User Control Application........................................................................................................................ 28

7.11. Embedded Applications......................................................................................................................... 29

7.12. Taskbar .................................................................................................................................................29

8. Default Settings............................................................................................................................ 30

8.1. airCUE-XM8 Network Setup.................................................................................................................. 30

9. Charging ....................................................................................................................................... 33

9.1. Standard Charging ................................................................................................................................33

9.2. Optional Docking Station ....................................................................................................................... 34

10. Software and Firmware License................................................................................................. 35

11. Warranty Conditions.................................................................................................................... 36

12. CE Declaration of Conformity..................................................................................................... 37

13. FCC................................................................................................................................................ 39

14. Cleaning the Touch Panel........................................................................................................... 40

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2. Introduction

2.1. Overview

Since the time that CUE released the first beautifully crafted classically styled wooden touch panel, people
have been asking for a wireless version. Here it is… CUE introduces the new Wi-Fi enabled 8.4” active color
touch panel.
This superior touch panel caters to the full integration of lifestyle as well as work style. It combines
functionality such as multimedia integration, lighting automation, security monitoring, entertainment
integration, and meeting & presentation control with Internet communication applications like e-mail &
browsing, as well as multimedia playback. In fact the airCUE-XM8 supports many popular software
applications.
Unleashed by Wi-Fi this classical beauty gives professional presenters and homeowners the wireless
freedom that they love. From living room to garden, boardroom to break-room, anywhere there is wireless
LAN airCUE-XM8 puts them in control and keeps them connected to the world. The long battery life and
quick charger keep them wireless with fewer pit stops.
The airCUE-XM8 uses Design Director, CUE’s standard design tool for creating applications. A variety of
templates make it fast work for integrators to customize a panel for the client’s needs.
Home or office this touch panel looks great and has the freedom, features and functionality that people have
been waiting for.

2.2. Models

Model Product code Description

airCUE-XM8 CS0254-W White birch enclosure

airCUE-XM8 CS0254-O Oak enclosure

airCUE-XM8 CS0254-M Mahogany enclosure

2.3. Features

The main features of the unit are

• Powerful, easy to use lifestyle interface

• Supports e-mail and multimedia applications

• MP3 playback, media file playback

• Supports internet browsing

• Adds mobility to your lifestyle

• Bi-directional Wi-Fi can support either 802.11b or 802.11g

• Microsoft® Windows® CE .NET 4.2

• Slim bodied classically styled wood and stainless steal design

• Quick charging

• Built-in microphone and speaker

• Uses standard CUE design tools for application design

• Wide range of existing design templates

2.4. Programming

The control application for airCUE-XM8 is programmed using Cue Director programming tools.

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3. airUE-XM8 Box Contents

Each airCUE-XM8 comes with

1. Touch panel airCUE-XM8

2. Wireless Communication Wi-Fi Card

3. Charger incl. power cable

4. USB cable

5. Cleaning cloth

6. CE Declaration of Conformity

7. Data Sheet

8. CD User Manual

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4. Specifications

Display type .............................. Color TFT LCD

Screen dimensions ................... 8.4“ / 213 mm diagonal

Aspect ratio............................... 4:3 SVGA

Screen resolution...................... 800 x 600 pixels

Brightness................................. 230 nits

Colors ....................................... 65 536

Touch screen ............................ Resistive type

Memory..................................... Internal SDRAM 128 MB

Internal Flash 32 MB

CompactFlash 128 MB (upgradeable)

Operating system...................... Microsoft® Windows® CE .NET 4.2

Software applications................ Internet Explorer, PDF Viewer, Word Viewer, Excel Viewer, E-mail Client,

Image Viewer, Media Player, PIM Synchronization

Wireless communication........... 2-way wireless Ethernet (IEEE 802.11b/g Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz)

Connection................................ Ethernet through CF slot

USB Host (Type A) with V.1.1, reserved for keyboard and/or mouse or USB

Flash Disk

USB Client (Type B) with V.1.1, Synchronization with PC

Earphone output, Jack 3.5 mm

Audio......................................... Microphone built-in

Speaker built-in

Power supply ............................ Lion battery built-in, running mode 5 to 7 hours, standby mode 14 days

Enclosure.................................. Wood - stainless steel

Dimensions (WxHxD) ............... 280 mm (11”) x 200 mm (7.9”) x 34 mm (1.3”)

Weight....................................... 2 kg / 4.4 lb

Supplied accessories................ Charger

USB Cable

Available accessories ............... Docking Station

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5. Transport and Storage

To avoid battery damage it is absolutely necessary fully charge battery and switch off airCUE-XM8 by inside
CF Card Slot (see section 7.1) before transport and storage.

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6. Physical Description

6.1. Front Panel

Built-in Speakers

Built-in Microphone

Wi-Fi Card

POWER Indicator

POWER Pushbutton

LCD Display with
Touch Panel

RIGHT PushbuttonLEFT Pushbutton

POWER Pushbutton

The POWER pushbutton is used to switch the device between on and standby modes. The mode is
indicated by POWER Indicator.

POWER Indicator

Off............................................. The device is in standby mode.

Green On ................................. The device is switched on.

Red On ..................................... The device is switched on and external power supply is connected.

Yellow On ................................ The operating system is initializing.

LEFT Pushbutton

Pressing the pushbutton switches between a running remote control application and a Launch Screen.
Pressing and holding down the pushbutton more than 10 seconds switches the screen to the Windows

environment. Press the pushbutton again to exit from the Windows environment and return to the Launch
Screen.

RIGHT Pushbutton

Pressing the pushbutton shows/hides an input panel (keyboard).

Built-in Speakers

Sound alarms and playback sound recordings.

Built-in Microphone

The microphone allows you to record voice messages.

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6.2. Rear Panel

CF Card Slot

CF Card slot allows use external CF card. In standard mode it is used for Wi-Fi Communication Card.

On/Off Switch

If CF Card is not installed, it is possible to access On/Off Switch. This switch allows you to reset your
system, to clear the memory, to delete all data and to restore your device to factory default settings. It is not
suggested to use the main power switch during the regular use.

USB Connector

USB Type A and USB Type B are located on the rear panel. The USB Type B is used for connection with PC
for synchronization and for service purposes.

6.3. Side Panel

Power Supply

Connector

Power Supply Connector

This connector allows you to connect airCUE-XM8 to the external power with the supplied AC adapter. It is
used for charging of the battery without Docking Station.

Headphone Connector

Lets you connect standard headphones.

Headphone
Connector

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6.4. Bottom Panel

Reset Switch

RESET Button

The RESET Button is located on bottom panel. Use the stylus to press and hold the Reset button for about
two seconds.

This button lets you reset your device. If your airCUE-XM8 responds slowly, stops responding as expected,
or “freezes,” try resetting it. A reset causes the device to restart and re-adjust memory allocation. Unsaved
data in open windows may be lost.

6.5. Stylus

Use the stylus to tap or double tap on an application icon or to select items on the menu. The stylus is also
used to type on the Input Panel (keyboard). Use of other pointers could damage our screen. When stylus is
not used you can place it in the storage slot located on the top right corner of airCUE-XM8.

Stylus

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7. Setup and Using

7.1. Switch On

The airCUE-XM8 is supplied with On/Off switch turned off. This is due to the longevity of battery during the
transportation and storage. The On/Off switch is located in the space of CF Card Slot – see the following
picture. Use the stylus to switch On/Off.
If you switch battery off wait at least 2 minutes to switch it on again.

After switching On, the operating system is initialized. This action is indicated by Yellow LED on the front
panel. The calibration screen is displayed.

7.2. Calibration

Follow instructions displayed on the screen. Use stylus for calibration.

7.3. Installing Communication CF Card

The wireless communication Wi-Fi CF Card is supplied with the unit. This card needs to be installed into CF
Card Slot located at the rear panel of the unit – see the following picture. Carefully insert the card in the slot
and press it gently in.

Wi-Fi CF Card Slot

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7.4. Autorestore

The airCUE-XM8 has preinstalled Backup Manager for backup and restore operation. When the battery was
fully discharged, connect power supply and switch power button on to restore airCUE-XM8 into last Backup
state.
Autorestore restores

• Wi-Fi Card driver

• Wireless network settings

• Launcher

• Control application

• Calibration

• All other installed software, data and settings

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7.5. Launch Screen

Overview

Now airCUE-XM8 is ready to use and the initial Launch Screen will appear. The Launch Screen enables to
run Control Application dedicated to control and prepared by CUE programming tools; and also Embedded
Applications, which are the standard Windows CE .NET applications.

Internet Explorer

This button runs an Internet Explorer application.

Inbox

This button runs an Inbox application. You can send and receive e-mail by connecting to a POP3 or IMAP4
server.

WordPad

This button runs a WordPad application.

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