Getac Technology PN7462RC User Manual
RC
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USER MANUAL
Rugged Mobile Computing Solutions
January 2018
TRADEMARKS
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TRADEMARKSTRADEMARKS
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respective companies.
NOTE
NOTE
NOTENOTE
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
For the latest version of the manual, please visit the Getac website at
www.getac.com.
Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Table of ContentsTable of Contents
Chapter 1 Getting Started .............................................................. 1
Getting the Tablet PC Running ..................................................... 2
Unpacking ............................................................................... 2
Installing the SIM Card (Optional) and Battery Packs ................ 3
Connecting to AC Power .......................................................... 4
Using the Tether ....................................................................... 5
Turning On and Off the Tablet PC ............................................ 6
Taking a Look at the Tablet PC ..................................................... 8
Front Components .................................................................... 8
Rear Components ................................................................... 10
Left-Side Components ............................................................ 11
Top Components .................................................................... 12
Bottom Components .............................................................. 12
Chapter 2 Operating Your Tablet PC ............................................. 13
Navigating on the Screen ............................................................ 14
Using the Touchscreen ........................................................... 14
Using the Dual Mode Display (Optional) ............................... 17
Using Network and Wireless Connections .................................. 18
Using the LAN (Optional) ....................................................... 18
Using the WLAN .................................................................... 18
Using the BT Feature .............................................................. 19
Using the WWAN Feature (Optional) ..................................... 20
Chapter 3 Managing Power .......................................................... 21
AC Adapter ................................................................................. 22
Battery Pack ................................................................................ 23
Charging the Battery Pack ...................................................... 23
Initializing the Battery Pack .................................................... 24
Checking the Battery Level ..................................................... 24
Battery Low Signals and Actions ............................................. 25
Replacing the Battery Pack ..................................................... 25
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Power-Saving Tips ...................................................................... 28
Chapter 4 Using Options and Peripherals ...................................... 29
Using the Fingerprint Scanner (Optional) .................................... 30
Using the Barcode Reader (Optional).......................................... 32
Connecting Peripheral Devices ................................................... 34
Connecting a USB Device ...................................................... 34
Connecting an Audio Device ................................................. 35
Connecting an HDMI Display Monitor ................................... 35
Using Various Card Readers ....................................................... 37
Using Smart Cards (Optional) ................................................. 37
Using the NFC/RFID Reader (Optional) .................................. 38
Reading Magnetic Stripe Cards (Optional) .............................. 39
Chapter 5 Using BIOS Setup ......................................................... 40
When and How to Use ............................................................... 41
Menu Descriptions ..................................................................... 42
Information Menu .................................................................. 42
Main Menu ............................................................................ 42
Advanced Menu ..................................................................... 42
Security Menu ........................................................................ 44
Boot Menu ............................................................................. 45
Exit Menu ............................................................................... 45
Chapter 6 Using Getac Software ................................................... 47
OSD Control Panel ..................................................................... 48
G-Manager ................................................................................. 49
G-Camera (Optional) .................................................................. 51
Chapter 7 Care and Maintenance .................................................. 52
Protecting the Tablet PC ............................................................. 53
Using an Anti-Virus Strategy ................................................... 53
Using the Cable Lock ............................................................. 53
Taking Care of the Tablet PC ...................................................... 54
Location Guidelines ............................................................... 54
General Guidelines ................................................................ 54
Cleaning Guidelines ............................................................... 55
Battery Pack Guidelines ......................................................... 55
Touchscreen Guidelines ......................................................... 56
When Traveling .......................................................................... 58
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting .......................................................... 59
Preliminary Checklist .................................................................. 60
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Solving Common Problems ........................................................ 61
Battery Problems .................................................................... 61
BT Wireless Transmission Problems ....................................... 61
Display Problems ................................................................... 62
Hardware Device Problems .................................................... 62
Power Management Problems ................................................ 63
Sensor Problems ..................................................................... 63
Software Problems.................................................................. 64
Sound Problems ..................................................................... 64
Startup Problems .................................................................... 65
WLAN Problems .................................................................... 65
Other Problems ...................................................................... 66
Resetting the Tablet PC ............................................................... 68
System Recovery ........................................................................ 69
Using Windows RE ................................................................ 69
Using Recovery Partition ........................................................ 70
Using the Driver Disc (Optional) ................................................ 71
Appendix A Specifications .............................................................. 72
Appendix B Regulatory Information................................................ 74
On the Use of the System ........................................................... 75
Class B Regulations ................................................................ 75
ANSI Warning ........................................................................ 76
Safety Notices ........................................................................ 77
On the Use of the RF Device ...................................................... 79
USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices ................ 79
European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices ........... 81
User Notification of Take-back Service ....................................... 83
ENERGY STAR 6.1 ...................................................................... 84
Battery Recycling ........................................................................ 86
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Chapter 1
Chapter 1
Chapter 1Chapter 1
Getting Started
Getting Started
Getting StartedGetting Started
This chapter first tells you step by step how to get the Tablet PC up and running.
Then, you will find a section briefly introducing the external components of the
Tablet PC.
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Getting the
Getting the Tablet PC
Getting the Getting the
Unpacking
Unpacking
UnpackingUnpacking
After unpacking the shipping carton, you should find these standard items:
RC11 Tablet PC
Tablet PC Running
Tablet PCTablet PC
Running
RunningRunning
AC adapter
Battery pack x 2
Document(s)
Driver disc (optional)
Inspect all the items. If any item is damage or missing, notify your dealer
immediately.
AC power cord
Screen cleaning cloth
Stylus
Tether
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Installing the
Installing the SIM Card
Installing the Installing the
Pack
Packssss
PackPack
1. Locate the battery cover. Slide the two small locks outward to the unlocked
position ( ) () and then release the latch ( ) () to open the battery cover.
2. Select models only:
SIM Card (Optional) and
SIM CardSIM Card
(Optional) and Battery
(Optional) and (Optional) and
Battery
Battery Battery
With the SIM card’s chip side facing up and the beveled corner pointing to the
slot, insert the card all the way into the slot.
NOTE: To remove the SIM card, just push in the SIM card to pop-out
and remove the card.
3. Note the orientation of the battery pack. Hold the battery pack at an angle and
insert its small tabs to the corresponding notches in the battery compartment.
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Then, lift the yellow protection sheet in the battery compartment and plug the
battery connector.
Battery 1
Battery 2
4. Proceed with the other battery pack.
5. Hold the battery cover at an angle and insert the cover’s small tabs to the
corresponding notches on the Tablet PC; then close the cover. Press the four
small dots () so that the cover clicks into place. Engage the cover latch ( ) ()
and slide the two small locks inward to the locked position ( ) ().
Connecting to AC Power
Connecting to AC Power
Connecting to AC PowerConnecting to AC Power
CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter included with your Tablet PC.
Using other AC adapters may damage the Tablet PC.
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NOTE:
The battery pack is shipped to you in power saving mode that
protects it from charging/discharging. It will get out of
the mode to be ready for use when you install the battery
pack and connect AC power to the Tablet PC for the very first
time.
When the AC adapter is connected, it also charges the battery
pack. For information on using battery power, see Chapter
3.
You must use AC power when starting up the Tablet PC for the very first time.
1. Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter to the power connector of the Tablet PC ().
2. Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the male end to
an electrical outlet ().
3. Power is being supplied from the electrical outlet to the AC adapter and onto
your Tablet PC. Now, you are ready to turn on the Tablet PC.
Using the Te
Using the Tether
Using the TeUsing the Te
A tether is provided for attaching the stylus to your Tablet PC.
ther
therther
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1. Insert one of the tether’s loop ends through the hole of the stylus (as indicated by
below). Then, insert the other end through the first loop (as indicated by
below) and pull it tight.
2. Insert the other loop end to the tether hole on the Tablet PC (as indicated by
below). Then, insert the stylus end through the loop (as indicated by below)
and pull it tight.
Turning On and Off the Tablet PC
Turning On and Off the Tablet PC
Turning On and Off the Tablet PCTurning On and Off the Tablet PC
Turning On
Turning On
Turning OnTurning On
Press the power button (
). The Windows operating system should start.
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in the Start menu. If you want
NOTE: Tapping the screen during startup may invoke a pre-boot
menu (unless the default settings have been changed). If the
menu appears, simply select Continue.
Turning Off
Turning Off
Turning OffTurning Off
When you finish a working session, you can stop the system by turning off the power
or leaving it in Sleep or Hibernation mode:
To...
To... Do this...
To...To...
Power off
(Shutdown)
Sleep Press the power button.*
Hibernate By default, this option is not shown
* “Sleep” is the default setting of the power button. You may change what the power
button does in Windows settings.
Tap Power Shut down.
-orTap Power Sleep.
to use the feature, set up accordingly in Windows settings.
Do this...
Do this...Do this...
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Taking a Look at the Tablet PC
Taking a Look at the Tablet PC
Taking a Look at the Tablet PCTaking a Look at the Tablet PC
NOTE: Depending on the model you purchased, the appearance of
your Tablet PC may not be exactly the same as those shown in
this manual.
CAUTION: You need to open the protective covers to access the
connectors. When not using a connector, make sure to close the
cover completely for water- , dust-, and fire-proof integrity.
(Engage the locking mechanism if existing.)
Front Components
Front Components
Front ComponentsFront Components
Ref
Ref
RefRef
Component
Component Description
ComponentComponent
Camera lens
Camera lens
Camera lens Camera lens
(optional)
Touchscreen
Touchscreen
TouchscreenTouchscreen
Light
Light ssssensor
ensor
Light Light
ensorensor
Indicators
Indicators
IndicatorsIndicators
Power
Allows you to use the camera function. When the camera
lens is in use, the indicator beside it lights up.
Displays and receives information for the Tablet PC.
Senses the ambient light for automatic adjustments of the
display backlight.
Lights blue when the power is on.
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Description
DescriptionDescription
during
Ref
Ref
RefRef
Component
Component Description
ComponentComponent
Blinks blue when the system is in Sleep mode.
Description
DescriptionDescription
Battery
Battery
BatteryBattery
Charge
Charge
Charge Charge
RF (Radio
RF (Radio
RF (Radio RF (Radio
Frequency)
Frequency)
Frequency)Frequency)
Power
Power bbbbutton
Power Power
Extra button The default function is Camera or Trigger depending on
utton
uttonutton
Lights amber when the battery is being charged.
Lights green when battery charging is completed.
Blinks green to indicate the battery’s built-in high
temperature protection mechanism is activated.
CAUTION: Do not remove the battery
this period.
Blinks red (once per second) when the battery’s capacity is
below 10%.
Blinks red rapidly (once per 0.5 second) when there is a
thermal protection problem. Ask for repair service in case
this happens.
Blinks amber when the battery charging is in an abnormal
state. Replace the battery in case this happens.
Lights blue when the RF radio of any RF feature
(WLAN/BT/WWAN) is on.
Turns the power on or off. (The default “off” state is “Sleep
mode.”)
your model.
Camera
Starts the G-Camera application.
P1 button
Up/Down
Up/Down bbbbutton
Up/Down Up/Down
Microphone
Microphone
MicrophoneMicrophone
Windows Logo
Windows Logo
Windows Logo Windows Logo
bbbbutton
utton
uttonutton
utton
uttonutton
Trigger
Opens or closes the OSD Control Panel.
When pressed longer:
Serves as the Ctrl
decreases the sound volume.
Receives sound and voice to record voice.
Opens or closes the Start menu.
Serves as the trigger button for the barcode
reader if your model has the module.
Ctrl+Alt
Alt+Del
CtrlCtrl
increases the sound volume.
Del keyboard keys.
AltAlt
DelDel
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Ref
Ref
RefRef
NOTE:
The hardware buttons (except the power button) can be
Some of the hardware buttons provide keyboard key functions
Rear Components
Rear Components
Rear ComponentsRear Components
Component
Component Description
ComponentComponent
MMMMagnetic
agnetic SSSStripe
agnetic agnetic
Reader
Reader
ReaderReader
(optional)
re-defined using G-Manager.
on “POST/BIOS Setup/Non-ACPI” occasions. (See “Button
Functions on Special Occasions” in Appendix A for
information.)
tripe
tripe tripe
Reads magnetic stripe cards.
Description
DescriptionDescription
Ref
Ref
RefRef
Component
Component Description
ComponentComponent
Tether
Tether hhhhole
Tether Tether
Stylus/
Stylus/
Stylus/Stylus/
ddddigitizer pen
Battery
Battery ppppack
Battery Battery
ccccover
ole
oleole
igitizer pen
igitizer penigitizer pen
ack
ackack
over
overover
Stylus can be tethered to this hole.
Serves as the input device by tapping on the touchscreen
to make selections and enter information.
Inside are two battery packs.
Inside is the SIM card slot (optional).
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Description
DescriptionDescription
Ref
Ref
RefRef
Camera i
Camera indicator
Camera iCamera i
(optional)
Component
Component Description
ComponentComponent
ndicator
ndicator ndicator
Lights up when the camera lens beside it is in use.
Description
DescriptionDescription
Flash
Flash (optional)
Flash Flash
Camera l
Camera lens
Camera lCamera l
(optional)
Speaker
Speaker
SpeakerSpeaker
Select models have one of the below components.
a
b
c
Left
Left----Side Components
LeftLeft
Side Components
Side ComponentsSide Components
ens
ensens
Smart
Smart ccccard
Smart Smart
rrrreader
NFC/RFID
reader
Fingerprint
Fingerprint
Fingerprint Fingerprint
sssscanner
ader
aderader
canner
cannercanner
ard
ard ard
Provides extra light when taking pictures.
Allows you to use the camera function.
Sends out sound and voice from your Tablet PC.
Accepts a smart card for additional security feature.
Reads data from NFC/RFID tags.
Serves as the fingerprint verification, preventing
unauthorized access to your Tablet PC.
Ref
Ref
RefRef
Component
Component Description
ComponentComponent
Combo Audio
Combo Audio
Combo AudioCombo Audio
Connector
Connector
ConnectorConnector
HDMI Connector
HDMI Connector
HDMI ConnectorHDMI Connector
USB
USB 3.0
3.0 Port
3.0 3.0
Port
PortPort
USB USB
Connects a set of headphones or external speakers with
amplifier
Supports a headset microphone with 4-pole TRRS 3.5mm
jack.
Connects a HDMI monitor or TV set.
Connects a USB device.
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Description
DescriptionDescription
a
Top
Top Components
Components
TopTop
ComponentsComponents
Ref
Ref
RefRef
Component
Component Description
ComponentComponent
None
None
NoneNone
Or can be one of the below components depending on your model:
Description
DescriptionDescription
b
RJ-45 connector
c
Barcode reader
lens
Bottom
Bottom Components
BottomBottom
Ref
Ref
RefRef
Components
ComponentsComponents
Component
Component Description
ComponentComponent
Power Connector
Power Connector
Power ConnectorPower Connector
Docking Connector
Docking Connector
Docking ConnectorDocking Connector
Kensington Lock
Kensington Lock
Kensington LockKensington Lock
Connects the LAN cable.
Scans and reads barcodes.
Connects the AC adapter.
Connects to the docking station (available as an option).
Locks the Tablet PC to a stationary object for security.
Description
DescriptionDescription
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Chapter 2
Chapter 2
Chapter 2Chapter 2
Operating Your
Operating Your
Operating Your Operating Your
Tablet PC
Tablet PC
Tablet PCTablet PC
This chapter provides information about the use of the Tablet PC.
If you are new to computers, reading this chapter will help you learn the operating
basics. If you are already a computer user, you may choose to read only the parts
containing information unique to your Tablet PC.
CAUTION:
Do not expose your skin to the Tablet PC when operating it
in a very hot or cold environment.
The Tablet PC can get uncomfortably warm when you use it in
high temperatures. As a safety precaution in such a
circumstance, do not place the Tablet PC on your lap or touch
it with your bare hands for extended periods of time.
Prolonged body contact can cause discomfort and potentially
a burn.
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supplied with your model
.)
to
Navigating on the Screen
Navigating on the Screen
Navigating on the ScreenNavigating on the Screen
The screen of your Tablet PC is touch-sensitive. You can control the location of the
cursor/pointer on the screen using the included stylus or your finger to communicate
with the Tablet PC.
CAUTION: Do not use a sharp object such as a ballpoint pen or
pencil on the touchscreen. Doing so may damage the touchscreen
surface. Use the included stylus or your finger.
NOTE: An optical film has been attached to the screen before
shipment. The film is a consumable, which will be worn out by
possible scratches. You can purchase a new one when replacement
is required.
Using the Touchscreen
Using the Touchscreen
Using the TouchscreenUsing the Touchscreen
Your Tablet PC has a capacitive touchscreen. This type of touchscreen responds to
objects that have conductive properties, such as fingertips and a capacitive-tipped
stylus.
You can change the touchscreen sensitivity settings to suit your scenario. Double-tap
the Touch Screen Mode shortcut on Windows desktop to open the settings menu and
select one of the options (as shown below).
Select this if you prefer using
fingertips. Also, select this when
raindrops are falling
on the screen and should be
rejected as input.
NOTE:
In high temperatures (above 60
Touch instead of Glove or Pen mode.
Select this if you are using the
stylus. (You must use the one
Select this if you are wearing gloves (referring
warm gloves or work gloves, not referring to
touchscreen-capable gloves).
o
C / 140 °F), set the mode to
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If liquid is spilled on the touchscreen causing a wet area,
the area will stop responding to any inputs. For the area to
function again, you must dry it.
The following table shows how you use the touchscreen to obtain equivalent mouse
functions.
EEEEquivalent
Term/
Term/Action
Term/Term/
Tap: Touch the screen once.
Action
ActionAction
quivalent Mouse
quivalentquivalent
Click/Point
Mouse
Mouse Mouse
Function
Function
FunctionFunction
Double-tap: Touch the screen twice rapidly.
Tap and hold: Tap and hold until a popup menu appears.
Drag: Hold the stylus (or finger) on the screen and drag across
the screen until reaching your destination.
Using
Using Multi
Using Using
You can interact with your Tablet PC by placing two fingers on the screen. The
movement of the fingers across the screen creates “gestures,” which send commands
to the Tablet PC.
Here are the multi-touch gestures that you can use:
Pan
(Scroll)
Zoom
(Pinch)
Multi----touch Gestures
MultiMulti
Gestures
Gestures
GesturesGestures
touch Gestures
touch Gesturestouch Gestures
( = finger down; = finger up)
( = finger down; = finger up)
( = finger down; = finger up)( = finger down; = finger up)
Drag 1 or 2 fingers up or down.
Move two fingers apart/toward each
other.
Action
Actionssss
ActionAction
or
Double-click
Right-click
Drag
Descriptions
Descriptions
DescriptionsDescriptions
Use panning to see
another part of a page that
has scroll bars.
Use zooming to make an
item (a photo for
example) on the screen
larger or smaller. The
gesture works in
applications that support
mouse wheel zooming.
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Gestures
Gestures
GesturesGestures
Rotate
Action
Actionssss
ActionAction
( = finger down; = finger up)
( = finger down; = finger up)
( = finger down; = finger up)( = finger down; = finger up)
or
Move two fingers in opposing
directions.
-orUse one finger to pivot around another.
Descriptions
Descriptions
DescriptionsDescriptions
Use rotating to move a
picture or other item on
the screen in a circular
direction (clockwise or
counterclockwise). The gesture
works in applications that
support the specific
gesture.
Press and
Tap
Twofinger Tap
Flicks
Press on target and tap using a second
finger.
Tap two fingers at the same time (where
the target is in the midpoint between the
fingers).
Make quick drag gestures in the desired
direction.
Use press and tap to
access the shortcut
menu.
The function is defined by
applications that support
the specific gesture.
Flick left or right to
navigate back and
forward in a browser and
other applications. The
gesture works in most
applications that support
back and forward.
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Using the
Using the Dual Mode Display (Optional)
Using the Using the
Dual mode display (if your model has the feature) incorporates both touchscreen and
digitizer functions.
The display is set to Touchscreen mode by default. Touchscreen mode provides all
the functionalities that an ordinary touchscreen has. When the Tablet PC receives
signals from the digitizer pen, the display automatically switches to Digitizer mode.
You can move the cursor by bringing the digitizer pen close to the screen, without
actually touching the screen’s surface.
Dual Mode Display (Optional)
Dual Mode Display (Optional)Dual Mode Display (Optional)
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Using
Using Network
Using Using
Connections
Connections
ConnectionsConnections
Using the LAN
Using the LAN (Optional)
Using the LANUsing the LAN
To connect the network cable to the LAN module (if your model has the feature,
connect one end of the LAN cable to the RJ-45 connector on the Tablet PC and the
other end to the network hub.
Using the
Using the WLAN
Using the Using the
The WLAN (Wireless Local Area Network) module supports IEEE 802.11ac,
compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n.
Network and Wireless
NetworkNetwork
(Optional)
(Optional)(Optional)
WLAN
WLANWLAN
and Wireless
and Wireless and Wireless
Turning O
Turning Onnnn/O
Turning OTurning O
To turn on the WLAN radio:
Tap Settings Network & Internet Wi-Fi. Slide the Wi-Fi switch to the On
position.
To turn off the WLAN radio:
You can turn off the WLAN radio the same way you turn it on.
If you want to quickly turn off all wireless radio, simply switch on Airplane mode.
Tap Settings Network & Internet Airplane mode. Slide the Airplane mode
switch to the On position.
/Off
ff the WLAN
the WLAN Radio
/O/O
ffff
the WLANthe WLAN
Radio
RadioRadio
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Connecting to a WLAN Network
Connecting to a WLAN Network
Connecting to a WLAN NetworkConnecting to a WLAN Network
1. Make sure that the WLAN function is enabled (as described above).
2. Tap the network icon in the lower right of the task bar.
3. In the list of available wireless networks, tap a network, and then tap Connect
4. Some networks require a network security key or passphrase. To connect to one
of those networks, ask your network administrator or Internet service provider
(ISP) for the security key or passphrase.
For more information on setting a wireless network connection, refer to Windows
online help.
Using
Using the
UsingUsing
The BT technology allows short-range wireless communications between devices
without requiring a cable connection. Data can be transmitted through walls, pockets
and briefcases as long as two devices are within range.
Turning
Turning On/Off
Turning Turning
To turn on the BT radio:
Tap Settings Devices BT. Slide the BT switch to the On position.
To turn off the BT radio:
You can turn off the BT radio the same way you turn it on.
If you want to quickly turn off all wireless radio, simply switch on Airplane mode.
Tap Settings Network & Internet Airplane mode. Slide the Airplane mode
switch to the On position.
the BT Feature
BT Feature
thethe
BT FeatureBT Feature
On/Off the
On/Off On/Off
the BT Radio
BT Radio
the the
BT RadioBT Radio
Connect.
ConnectConnect
Connecting to another BT Device
Connecting to another BT Device
Connecting to another BT DeviceConnecting to another BT Device
1. Make sure that the BT function is enabled (as described above).
2. Make sure that the target BT device is turned on, discoverable and within close
range. (See the documentation that came with the BT device.)
3. Tap Settings Devices BT.
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4. Select the device you want to connect from the search results.
5. Depending on the type of BT device that you want to connect to, you will need
to enter the pertinent information.
For detailed information on using the BT feature, see Windows’ online Help.
Using the
Using the WWAN Feature (Optional)
Using the Using the
A WWAN (Wireless Wide Area Network) uses mobile telecommunication cellular
network technologies to transfer data. The WWAN module of your Tablet PC
supports 3G and 4G LTE.
NOTE:
Your model only supports data transmission. Voice
transmission is not supported.
For instructions on installing the SIM card, see “Installing
the SIM Card (Optional) and Battery Packs” in Chapter 1.
Turning
Turning On/Off
Turning Turning
To turn on the WWAN radio:
WWAN Feature (Optional)
WWAN Feature (Optional)WWAN Feature (Optional)
On/Off the WWAN Radio
On/Off On/Off
the WWAN Radio
the WWAN Radiothe WWAN Radio
Tap Settings Network & Internet Airplane mode. Slide the Cellular switch
to the On position.
To turn off the WWAN radio:
You can turn off the WWAN radio the same way you turn it on.
If you want to quickly turn off all wireless radio, simply switch on Airplane mode.
Tap Settings Network & Internet Airplane mode. Slide the Airplane mode
switch to the On position.
SSSSeeeetting up a WWAN Connection
tting up a WWAN Connection
tting up a WWAN Connectiontting up a WWAN Connection
Tap Settings Network & Internet Cellular. (For detailed information on
cellular settings in Windows 10, see Microsoft Support website.)
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Chapter 3
Chapter 3
Chapter 3Chapter 3
Managing Power
Managing Power
Managing PowerManaging Power
Your Tablet PC operates either on external AC power or on internal battery power.
This chapter tells you how you can effectively manage power. To maintain optimal
battery performance, it is important that you use the battery in the proper way.
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AC Adapter
AC Adapter
AC AdapterAC Adapter
CAUTION:
The AC adapter is designed for use with your Tablet PC only.
Connecting the AC adapter to another device can damage the
adapter.
The AC power cord supplied with your Tablet PC is for use
in the country where you purchased your Tablet PC. If you
plan to go overseas with the Tablet PC, consult your dealer
for the appropriate power cord.
When you disconnect the AC adapter, disconnect from the
electrical outlet first and then from the Tablet PC. A reverse
procedure may damage the AC adapter or Tablet PC.
When unplugging the connector, always hold the plug head.
Never pull on the cord.
The AC adapter serves as a converter from AC (Alternating Current) to DC (Direct
Current) power because your Tablet PC runs on DC power, but an electrical outlet
usually provides AC power. It also charges the battery pack when connected to AC
power.
The adapter operates on any voltage in the range of 100~240 V AC.
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Bat
Battery Pack
BatBat
Your Tablet PC has two battery packs. The battery pack is the internal power source
for the Tablet PC. It is rechargeable using the AC adapter.
NOTE: Care and maintenance information for the battery is
provided in the “Battery Pack Guidelines” section in Chapter
7.
Charging
Charging the Battery Pack
ChargingCharging
NOTE:
Charging will not start if the battery’s temperature is
During charging, do not disconnect the AC adapter before the
The battery has a high temperature protection mechanism
The battery level may automatically lessen due to the
To charge the battery pack, connect the AC adapter to the Tablet PC and an electrical
outlet. The Battery Charge Indicator ( ) on the Tablet PC glows amber to indicate
that charging is in progress. You are advised to keep the Tablet PC power off while
the battery is being charged. When the battery is fully charged, the Battery Charge
Indicator glows green.
tery Pack
tery Packtery Pack
the Battery Pack
the Battery Packthe Battery Pack
outside the allowed range, which is between 0 °C (32 °F) and
50 °C (122 °F). Once the battery’s temperature meets the
requirements, charging automatically resumes.
battery has been fully charged; otherwise you will get a
prematurely charged battery.
which limits the maximum charge of the battery to 80% of its
total capacity in the event of high temperature conditions.
In such conditions, the battery will be regarded as fully
charged at 80% capacity.
self-discharge process, even when the battery pack is fully
charged. This happens no matter if the battery pack is
installed in the Tablet PC.
The two battery packs are charged in sequence (Battery 1 first and then Battery 2). It
takes approximately 5 hours to fully charge the two battery packs when the power is off
and approximately 6 hours when the power is on (may need a longer charging time at
lower temperatures).
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