General Dynamics Itronix IX-GUBTC41MTH User Manual

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Getting Started

Congratulations on your purchase of the Duo-Touch II Tablet PC! Your new Duo-Touch II features the most innovative advances in portable computing technology. It combines state-of-the-art ergonomics, pate nted RF technology, and a rugged provide you with a Tablet PC that is compact, powerful, and easy to use virtually anywhere.

Designed for a wide range of business productivity applications, the Duo-Touch II is an ideal choice for mobile workers wh o are on the go throughout the day. It offers flexibility, durability and dependability along with ruggedness and portability to make it quick and easy to transport to any work location, indoors, outdoors, or in your vehicle.

This online document, Duo-Touch II Help, contains all the information you need to set up and use your new Tablet PC. For information on printing, searching, navigating or using Duo-Touch II Help, see How to Use This Help System you view this document in landscape orientation

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Unpacking Your System

After opening the package, carefully inspect the contents. Contact your dealer if any items are missing or appear damaged. The shipping carton should contain a Duo-Touch II Tablet PC with the following features and parts:

Standard Parts Standard Features Optional Features Optional Accessories

Where to Look For Information

About Your Duo-Touch II Tablet PC

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About Windows XP

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About Windows

Vista

Precautions

You can use your computer under a wide range of environmental conditions. However, to ensure long use and continued high performance, consider the following factors when setting up your computer:

Follow all warnings and instructions noted in this documentation, including the notification section

Follow all warnings and instructions noted in

The first time you use your computer, we recommend that you carefully read the section on Power

Windows Help and Support

Management to familiarize yourself with basic battery information and ensure optimum performance

WARNING!

There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions

CAUTION

computer. Shield the unit from all contaminants such as liquids, rain, snow, and dust

Internal components of the Duo-Touch II will be damaged if exposed to contaminants when doors are op en on the

, found on the Start Menu

Unplug the computer from the power outlet before cleaning. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use aerosols, solvents, or strong detergents

Some vents and openings in the computer case are for ventilation purposes. Do not block or cover these openings or the system could overheat

There is a label on the bottom of the Duo-Touch II containing information on the power requirements of this system. These requirements must be followed. If you are unsure of your local power supply, consult your dealer or local power company

Do not step on or place anything on the power cord

If you use the computer with an extension cord, ensure that the total ampere ratings of all the devices sharing the extension do not exceed the rating of the extension cord or the rating of the wall outlet

Unless instructed, never push foreign objects into the computer through any of the slots or openings. Dangerous voltages are present, which could cause electric shock, fire, or damage sensitive components

For best results, use a power strip with a built-in surge protector. Do not use inferior extension cords as this may result in damage to your computer

Do not operate the Duo-Touch II at temperatures above 140°F (60°C) or below -4°F (-20C)

Do not store the Duo-Touch II at temperatures above 167°F (75°C) or below -67°F (-55°C)

The First Time...

Using your computer for the first time involves:

Connecting the AC Adapter

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Turning the Duo-Touch II On

Calibrating the Display

More Basics

The next section, Getting Familiar with Your Computer, contains basic information you need to efficiently use your Duo-Touch II.

Startup Problems

If your computer does not start properly, try these solutions:

Connect the AC adapter to charge the battery if it is not charged.

NOTE

The Power Status LED should be solid blue and the Power LED on the AC adapter should be lit if the AC adapter is connected and functioning properly. Additionally, one of the power icons should appear in the task tray.

If the AC adapter is connected, make sure the electrical outlet you are using works.

Check to make sure the battery is installed and charging properly.

If the battery does not begin charging, remove the battery, connect the AC adapter, and turn on the computer by pressing the power button ; then reinstall the battery. The Battery Status LED is orange while the battery is charging.

The Troubleshooting section lists additional solutions you can try.

Best Practices for the Duo-Touch II

This section provides Duo-Touch II with recommended practices intended to maximize the service life of the equipment and provide resolution to common issues. For more detailed discussions of care, maintenance and troubleshooting, see the sections below:

Operating with Battery Power

Customizing Your BIOS Settings

Maintenance and Storage

Troubleshooting

General Daily Operations

Missing Case Feet, Port Covers and Doors

a. Items such as missing case feet can present alignment and fit issues when the Duo-Touch II is used in a

vehicle dock. A loose fit condition can subject the Duo-Touch II to excessive vibration and shock from daily driving conditions.

b. Missing port covers or doors create contaminant entry points which may lead to system failure.

c. Re

lacement port covers, doors, and case feet are available as field kits. contact your support

: Inspect for broken, loose or missing parts and fasteners.

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representative for order requests.

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Screen Cleaning

life of the product (3 to 5 years) without significant degradation in view ability or function.

a. For mild cleaning tasks use the micro-fiber cleaning cloth provided with your unit. Tougher

contaminates such as oily fingerprints may require light dampening with clean water, and will be effective for most contaminants without damaging the screen surface. This method should always be tried before stronger solutions are considered.

b. For tougher cleaning tasks, a mixture of Isopropyl Alcohol and Water (50/50) used with the cleaning

cloth is effective and will not damage the Touch Screen surface.

c. Never use paper products such as paper towels or wipes to clean the display surface. Paper products are

abrasive and act much like fine sandpaper causing irreversible damage to the screen surface and antiglare hard coat.

d. Both replacement Display Cleaning Cloths and approved Display Cleaning solution are available as

Field Kits. Contact your support representative for order requests.

Screen Overlay Use

a. A Screen overlay provides protection from damage caused by use of foreign objects or surface

contaminants, and maximizes the useful life of the screen surface.

: The Duo-Touch II display, with proper usage and cleaning, will last for the anticipated field

: A screen overlay is recommended for environments with high contaminant potential.

b. Worn, scratched, or otherwise damaged screen overlays can be replaced.

c. Contaminants on the screen overlay surface should be removed by following the same cleaning methods

noted above.

d. The screen overlay has a negligible impact on overall display brightness/viewability and provides

enhanced screen clarity while maximizing the screen surface useful life.

e. Screen Overlays are available as Field Kits. Contact your Support Representative for order requests.

Use of the Touch Screen Stylus

included stylus. Foreign objects such as ball point pens or hand tools should never be used for Touch Screen input; they will cause damage to the screen surface.

a. A clean finger tip can be used for Touch Screen input with out damaging the screen surface. Fingertip

use may introduce contaminants to the Touch Screen surface and increase periodic screen cleaning requirements.

b. Replacement Styli are available as Field Kits. Contact your Support Representative for order requests.

NOTE

Center (CCC) at 800-638-9270, option 2. Access to the iCare Servenet Portal requires a User Name and Password. Portal access will be setup upon request.

: Available Field Kits and can be ordered through the iCare Servenet Portal

: If your Duo-Touch II has the optional integrated Touch Screen use the

, or by contacting the Client Care

5. Ensure that the computer is operated and stored within its specified temperature range.

1. Operating Temperature -4° F to 140° F (-20° C to 60° C)

2. Storage Temperature -67° F to 167° F (-55° C to 75° C

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6. Conserve battery charge when possible to maximize battery life during daily use.

1. Partial discharge/charge cycles are preferred compared to draining the battery completely and recharging.

7. Avoid prolonged exposure to temperature extremes.

1. Cold temperature extremes may result in reduced available energy from the battery. This energy is recoverable as the battery warms to a nominal temperature of 68° F (20°C).

2. Prolonged exposure to high temperatures can result in a permanent reduction in available energy from the battery.

3. Battery charging is disabled below 32° F (0°C) and above 113° F (45°C) to protect the lithium ion cells in the battery.

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Power Down:

Exit all applications, and shutdown or reboot at the end of each work day. If the computer is left powered overnight, ensure that all applications are closed and perform a restart prior to beginning daily operations.

1. This practice ensures that all applications (and system resources used by those applications) are reinitialized each work day.

2. Unless an application is specifically designed for 24/7 operation, a daily practice of restarting (resetting) an application can minimize the potential for a wide variety of operational anomalies often perceived as a hardware failure.

Use of the Duo-Touch II in a Vehicle Dock

1. Never attempt to operate the Duo-Touch II or read the display while driving. This is extremely distracting and may increase potential for accidents.

Tips for New Owners

Read the Troubleshooting section for common questions and answers about the Duo-Touch II

Take the Windows tutorials

For Windows XP For Windows Vista

Take responsibility for backup

, select "Get Going with Tablet PC" from the Start Menu.

, select Start, Welcome Center, Tablet PC Pen Training.

Back up files often. Users who need to manage large amounts of data may wish to use backup devices such as a ZIP drive.

Don't leave passwords anywhere on your Tablet PC or carrying case

Be careful when placing your Tablet PC on an airport security conveyor belt

In most airports, security conveyor belts are safe for computers. If you are not sure, ask the security staff. You should keep a close eye on your computer.

Tape your business card to the Tablet PC and accessories

In the workplace, Tablet PCs and accessories may often look exactly alike, leading to equipment mix ups. Prevent such mix ups by placing your name on your equipment.

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Use a lock

For added security, consider purchasing a Kensington lock to secure the Tablet PC to a desk or table.

Develop ergonomic work habits

The science of ergonomics studies the relationship between health and a suitable work environment. For more information on ergonomics, contact your nearest computer bookstore, or local library. The Internet also has information on this and other related subjects.

NOTE

can cause health problems.

Using a computer for extended periods of time with a poor workstation setup or incorrect work habits

Power Management

Power Management Applications

(if equipped) applications is recommended to provide maximum battery run time and prolong battery service life. Default settings allow the Duo-Touch II to enter a Standby/Suspend state after a set period of inactivity. Extending or Disabling the Standby/Suspend time-out period will increase power consumption and reduce operational time on battery power.

The Duo-Touch II will resume/wake from Standby by pressing the Power Button.

: The use of Windows Power Management or Duo-Touch II Power Saver

Display backlight power settings

power consumption and reduces operational time on battery power. The display backlight will resume power with keyboard or cursor activity.

Shutdown

power. Depending on the configuration of the Duo-Touch II there are specific considerations:

1. Basic Configuration – No PC Card devices, RF Modems or external device connections. When using a

2. Integrated RF Devices – Disable integrated or user installed RF devices when not in use as they can

3. Externally connected devices – Some externally connected devices may be powered by the Duo-Touch

: Shutdown the Duo-Touch II when it will not be used for extended periods to conserve battery

basic configuration unit, there are no special considerations for power management.

consume battery power unnecessarily

II. It is best to exit any application utilizing these devices prior to powering off. Restarting the application should reinitialize the device. Externally connected devices or peripherals using Duo-Touch II battery power may result in reduced battery run times.

: Extending or disabling the display backlight time-out period increases

File Management

Backups

memory (RAM) can be lost in the event of a hard reset or unexpected shutdown. Contacts, tasks, calendar, email, and documents should be safeguarded against loss.

: It is good practice to backup essential data and files periodically. Any data or files stored in volatile

Battery Charging

Charge the battery at room temperature

is optimum at this temperature and requires the least amount of time to fully recharge. At room temperature the Duo-Touch II batter

(approximately 68° F [20° C]) for best results. Charge acceptance

requires approximately three (3) hours to recharge from a fully discharged state.

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2. Charge the Duo-Touch II Battery at the end of each work day:

c. Exit all applications and power off.

d. Connect to external power; Verify External Power LED.

e. Verify charge indicator LED.

3. At the beginning of each work day:

a. Check for battery charge status (Recommend Fully Charged)

4. During each work day:

a. Connect AC Charger, Vehicle Dock, or Vehicle Power Adapter whenever possible.

b. Verify charging indicator LED.

Storage

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1. Storing the Duo-Touch II for five (5) days or less

a. Install the battery pack and connect the Duo-Touch II to external power and allow the battery pack to

fully charge. The charging LED will be solid orange while charging and green when battery charging is complete.

b. Shut down the Duo-Touch II and store in a cool, dry location.

2. Storing the Duo-Touch II for longer than five (5) days.

a. Lithium Ion batteries can be permanently damaged if the Duo-Touch II is stored for extended periods

requiring battery replacement.

b. If the computer will be stored for more than 5 days, backup files and data, fully charge the battery, and

then discharge it to 40% and remove the battery.

c. The Duo-Touch II and battery should be stored in a cool, dry location.

3. When storing Li-Ion battery packs for extended periods, consider these factors

a. Fully charged Li-Ion battery packs deteriorate faster than partly discharged ones. For ideal storage,

charge the packs to 100% and then discharge them to a 40% charge before storage.

b. Do not allow stored Li-Ion packs to discharge completely, as this may permanently damage them.

Stored packs should be recharged to 40% capacity every six (6) months.

c. Storing packs at temperatures near 0°C (45°F) slows down self-discharge and battery aging; packs that

are stored for a long period should be kept at low temperatures where practical.

NOTE

(32°F).

Store batteries as close as practical to 0°C (45°F) without allowing the batteries to freeze or reach 0°C

d. If you store battery packs at normal ambient temperatures, use the following charge policy to maintain

attery pack condition:

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i. Store batteries within the temperature range of 15°C to 30°C (59°F to 86°F).

ii. Charge installed packs every 5 days to maintain their charge capacity.

iii. Charge uninstalled packs every six (6) months to 100%, then discharge to 40% and return to

storage.

Troubleshooting

These are basic troubleshooting tips. For more complete help with troubleshooting, see the Troubleshooting section at the end of this Help file.

1. Battery Power – Battery does not charge

2. Battery Power – Short run time

3. Lock-ups

a. Determine if the Digitizer, Touchscreen, or keypad inputs are recognized.

b. Attempt to close any programs that are not responding (press the

c. If Task Manager does not list any suspect programs/applications, perform a reboot.

d. Restart applications and try the specific operation again.

e. If the Shut down Menu does not respond, press and hold the power button for approximately 10 seconds

to perform a forced shutdown. Note: Any unsaved data will be lost when using this shutdown method.

4. RF Communications

a. If coverage is historically good at this location, check the signal strength. Reposition the computer

slightly to increase signal strength. Wait approximately five (5) minutes. Determine if there is RF activity. Applications provided with RF devices generally provide diagnostic capability.

b. If not resolved, exit all applications, restart the applications, and try RF communications again.

c. If not resolved, connect external power and perform a restart.

d. Restart applications and try RF communications again.

5. Additional Information is Available

Security key, Task Manager

a. The Duo-Touch II Getting Started Guide included with the original shipment packaging.

b. The Duo-Touch II factory installed Windows image includes a resident help file with a link on the

desktop; alternately Help can be accessed via the following path:

Computer Tools

c. Please contact your Support Representative for any additional questions.

Getting Familiar with your Tablet PC

Start -> All Programs -> Mobile

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The Duo-Touch II is a rugged , weather-sealed Tablet PC built for the demanding environment of the mobile worker. This computer is a superior work tool for collecting, managing, and communicating information in the field.

This section describes the external and internal features of your Duo-Touch II Tablet PC. This document uses the landscape view as the default orientation.

Front View

# Feature Description 1 Power Button Press this button to turn the unit on or off or to hibernate 2 Speaker Use the integrated speaker for audio output 3 Ambient Light

Sensor

4 Hot Keys Speeds common functions such as changing the display orientation 5 Fingerprint

Scanner

6 Display 8.4" TFT SVGA Outdoor Transmissive Display with Digitizer Control Panel and

7 LED Status

Indicators

8 Microphone Use the sealed, integrated microphone for audio input

When enabled, the Ambient Light Sensor adjusts the display backlight in response to ambient light conditions. It is disabled by default. See Display and Pen Basics for more information.

Optional Fingerprint Scanner for additional security.

optional Touch Screen The LEDs light up when a particular function of the computer is active

Right Side View

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# Feature Description 1 Fax/modem RJ-11

Jack

2 2 USB 2.0 ports The Universal Serial Bus (USB) enables you to attach keyboards, a mouse, scanners,

3 CF Slot Housing for (optional) GPS electronics and antenna or CF Slot for Compact Flash

4 Audio-Out Jack Connect external speakers or a stereo headset to this jack to listen to multimedia

5 Audio-In Jack Connect a microphone to this jack to record audio.

The fax/modem can transmit data using the 56 Kbps V.90 or V.92 protocol, and send and receive faxes at 14.4 Kbps.

printers and other USB devices. USB devices can be chained together on a single cable.

Cards and devices.

(mono only).

Left Side View

# Feature Description 1 Security Slot Your computer has a Security Slot that can be used with a standard laptop

locking device, such as a Kensington Lock.

Top Edge View

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# Feature Description 1 LAN RJ-45 Jack With an Ethernet LAN (Local Area Network) you can make LAN connections

without installing PC Cards. Connection speed is 10/100/1000 Mbps.

2 Type II PC Card Slot The PC Card Slot supports 32 bit Card Bus 2.1 interface as well as Zoom Video

when in landscape orientation. You can use this slot with PC Card Radios. 3 Pen Tether Slot Thread your pen tether through this slot. 4 Pen Storage Slot Store the pen / stylus here when not using it.

Bottom Edge View

# Feature Description 1 Multi-IO Extension Slot Use this Multi-IO extension slot with the Desk Mount or the Vehicle Dock. 2 DC-in Jack Power the Tablet PC by connecting the AC adapter or vehicle adapter.

Back View

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# Feature Description 1 Pen / Stylus Slot Use the pen provided with your Tablet PC to navigate and input on the touch

panel display. Store it in the slot when not using it. 2 Hand Strap Allows Duo-Touch II to be held with one hand (optional device). 3 Pen Tether Attach a pen tether to the tether slot to keep the pen with the Tablet PC. 4 Thermal Grate Covers the fan. Do not cover this grate while using the Duo-Touch II. 5 RF ON/OFF Button This button enables/disables WLAN , WWAN, Bluetooth, and GPS radios. 6 Master Reset Key Use the stylus tip in this hole to perform a hard reset of your Duo-Touch II. You

will then need to press the power button to restart the computer.

Any unsaved files or data will be lost during a hard reset.

7 Second Battery

Connector

CAUTION

Attach a second, external battery to this connector to extend battery life.

Buttons and Hot Keys

The Duo-Touch II has seven Hot Keys to speed common functions. Additionally, it has a Power Button, an RF On/Off Button, and a Master Reset Key.

Hover the mouse over each number on the picture to see a description

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# Icon Hot Key Description

Rotate Key

Security Key Press this key like you would press

Escape Key Press this key to go back or escape to the previous

OK/Enter Key Press this key just like you would press the

Line Up Key Press this key to move the cursor up one line. You can

Line Down

Key

Function Key

(Fn)

Use this key to switch between portrait and landscape orientation on the display. It rotates the screen in 90° increments. You can also program it to execute a specific function.

NOTE

orientation and choose a primary orientation. Some applications may not display as well in portrait orientation. For example, you may need to scroll right to view all the contents on the page.

desktop computer.

context or window. You can also program it to execute a specific function.

on a desktop computer. For example, use this key to execute a command, implement an action, navigate deeper or move forward through content.

also program it to execute a specific function. Press this key to move the cursor down one line. You

can also program it to execute a specific function. Press this key in combination with another key to

perform more functions. See the standard key combinations listed below.

You will need to calibrate the display for each

Ctrl+Alt+Del

Enter Key

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on a

FN + Hot Key Combinations Programming Hot Keys Power Button RF ON/OFF Button

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Master Reset Key

LED Status Indicators

The Duo-Touch II has four LED status indicators located left of the display when the unit is in landscape orientation. The LEDs light up when a particular function of the computer is active. LED numbers are from top to bottom when the Tablet PC is in landscape orientation.

# Icon LED Light Description

Wireless Radio Status LED

HDD Status LED

Battery Status LED

Power Status LED

NOTE

LEDs can be disabled by using the BIOS Setup Utility to activate Stealth Mode.

Display and Pen Basics

Solid Blue

Blinking Green

Green

Orange

Red

Solid Blue Blinking Blue

Integrated radio(s) are powered on

Accessing the Hard Disk Drive

Fully Charged Charging Battery capacity is less than 10% Unit is turned on

Unit is suspended

Your Duo-Touch II has an 8.4" TFT SVGA outdoor viewable DynaVue™ (patent-pending ) tran smissive display with digitizer control panel and touch screen. It is an active matrix color display with integrated graphics capabilities that provides excellent readability both indoors and outdoors.

Using the Pen / Stylus Changing the Display Orientation Switchin

Between Digitizer and Touch Screen Modes

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Calibrating the Display

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Ambient Light Sensor Adjusting Screen Brightness

See Maintenance and Storage for information on how to clean the display.

Ports and Connectors

Icon Ports and Connectors Connection Location

Phone line/modem (internet and fax) Right Side

Ethernet Top Edge

AC Adapter (power) Bottom Edge

USB Peripherals such as a mouse or

printer

Right Side

RJ-11

RJ-45

DC-in

2 USB 2.0

Multi-I/O Extension Slot

Audio In

Audio Out

PC Card Slot

CompactFlash Slot

Vehicle Dock, Desk Mount Bottom Edge

Microphone Right Side

Speakers or headphones Right Side

Type II PC Cards Top Edge

CompactFlash Cards Right Side

Disk Drives

Your Duo-Touch II comes with several components for reading and writing (recording) information.

The Hard Disk Drive (HDD)

The hard disk drive provides high-capacity storage and fast access. The operating system and most programs are stored here. Your Duo-Touch II identifies the hard disk drive as drive C:. Your hard disk drive may include an optional hard drive heater to allow operation in certain environments. There is also a Solid State Hard Drive option.

Card Slots

You can also use the PC Card Slot and CompactFlash Card Slot for additional data storage.

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Optional External Drives

The Duo-Touch II has three USB external drive options that may be connected to the Tablet USB ports. You do not have to power down the Tablet PC to connect any of these drives because they are "hot pluggable."

USB Floppy Disk Drive (FDD):

The floppy disk drive provides a convenient way of storing and transferring

small files. It uses standard 3.5-inch, 1.44 MB disks.

USB CD-ROM Drive:

The CD-ROM drive can be used to read data from CDs, including audio or video

CDs.

USB DVD / CD-RW:

The DVD / CD-RW drive is a read/write drive. It can be used to write data to a

recordable CD. It can also read data from DVDs and CDs, including audio or video disks.

NOTE

The Duo-Touch II identifies the drive with the letter following the highest partition letter. For example, if your highest drive partition is drive E:, the DVD/CD-RW or CD-ROM will be assigned to drive F:. However, the floppy drive will always get assigned to drive A: or B:.

Precautions for Handling DVDs and CDs

Keep these precautions in mind when handling DVDs and CDs.

Always hold the disk by the edges; avoid touching the surface of the disk

Use a clean, dry, cloth to remove dust, smudges, or fingerprints. Wipe from the center outward

Do not write on the surface of the disk

Extremes in temperature may damage disks. Store disks in a cool dry place

Do not use benzene, thinners, or cleaners with detergent to clean DVDs or CDs. Only use cleaning kits designed for DVDs or CDs

Do not bend or drop the disks

Do not place objects on top of disks

Do not expose to direct sunlight for long periods

Computer Security

Your computer includes several different security features to help prevent theft and protect data. These include a security slot, multiple levels of password protection, an optional fingerprint scanner, and stealth mode.

Security Slot

A security slot located on the left side of the computer lets you connect a Kensington compatible computer security lock. You can connect the computer to an immovable object to prevent theft. Insert the lock into the notch and turn the key to secure the lock. Some keyless models are also available. See the documentation that comes with your lock for more information.

Passwords

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Passwords protect your computer from unauthorized access. When set, no one can access the computer without entering the correct password.

There are three types of passwords you can set:

Supervisor Password

secures your computer against unauthorized entry to critical parameters in the BIOS

Utility

User Password

secures your computer against unauthorized use, and allows limited access to the BIOS

Utility

Hard Disk Password

protects your data by preventing unauthorized access to your hard disk, even if the hard

disk is physically removed from the computer and installed in another computer

NOTE

Do not forget your Setup and Hard Disk password! If you forget your password, please get in touch with

your dealer or an authorized service center.

Fingerprint Scanner (Optional)

The optional swipe style fingerprint scanner can be used for all standard security uses. The optional fingerprint scanner provides a greater level of security and convenience for your Duo-Touch II and your private data. Use the fingerprint scanner instead of passwords for the following:

Logging in to your Tablet PC

Logging into secure websites or when opening password protected applications

Providing encryption security for individual files

Fingerprint Scanner Software

Before using the fingerprint scanner, you must first install compatible software. There are various software packages available.

CAUTION

NOTE

Before installing any third party software, ensure it is approved for use with your Tablet PC.

When accessing some secure websites, you may need to specify you are using the scanner instead of a

assword. Refer to the fingerprint scanner software documentation for setup instructions.

Stealth Mode

Your computer has a Stealth Mode feature for users who may need to use it where light or sound could be dangerous or disruptive, such as military personnel. Enabling Stealth Mode allows you to disable sound and light features such as system beeps, the fan, and the display backlight. Refer to the BIOS Setup Utility section to configure the Stealth Mode feature.

Trusted Platform Module (TPM)

The TPM can be enabled or disabled in the System BIOS utility under the Advanced, Trusted Computing section. TPM provides a platform root of trust which uniquely identifies a particular platform and provides various crypto

abilities including hardware-protected storage. See the TPM vendor's help files for more information.

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Making Connections

Your Duo-Touch II is equipped with a full array of ports and connectors, including standard input/output (I/O) ports for quickly and easily adding peripherals such as a USB printer. Refer to documentation included with individual devices for details on connecting these devices to your computer. Along with the standard ports found on most computers, your computer also includes modem and LAN ports for advanced communications technology.

CAUTION:

exposed to contaminants. When dust covers, the PC card door, or the bottom access panel are open on the computer, shield the unit from all contaminants such as liquids, rain, snow, and dust.

Keep port doors closed when not in use. Internal components of the Duo-Touch II will be damaged if

Attaching Power

You can operate the computer while the battery is charging on external power or on battery power.

Attaching the AC Adapter

1. Connect the supplied AC adapter power cord to the AC adapter.

2. Connect the AC adapter to the DC power port on your computer.

3. Connect the AC adapter power cord to an AC outlet.

Alternately, you can attach the optional vehicle adapter.

Turning the Duo-Touch II On and Off

To turn on the computer

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