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W988 PRODUCT LABEL LAYOUT
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. Operation is subject to the following t wo
conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and (2) this device mus t accept any
interference received, including interf erence that
may cause undesired operation.
WAVEON
TESTED TO COMPLY
WITH FCC STANDARDS
FOR HOME OR OFFICE USE
FCC ID RGV0309W988
FCC Compliance
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no
guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures:
-- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
-- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
-- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance
could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
No special accessory is required to enable the equipment to comply with the emission limits.
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or operating in conjuction with any other
antenna or transmitter. Use only the anntenna that is supplied with the device. Use any other
antenna which is not provided with the device will void the user's authority to operate the
equipment
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Disclaimer
July 2003
The information in this specification is subject to change without notice.
INFOWAVE PTE LTD SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR
OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN, NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSQUENTIAL DAMAGES
RESULTING FROM THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL. THIS
INFORMATION IS PROVIDED "AS IS" AND INFOWAVE DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS, IMPILED OR STATUTORY, AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS THE IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, GOOD
TITLE AND AGAINST INFRINGEMENT.
This publication contains information protected by copyright. No part of this publication may be
photocopied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from InfoWave Pte Ltd.
©2003 InfoWave Pte Ltd. All rights reserved. http://www.infowavemobile.com
2 Ang Mo Kio Street 64, #04-00, Econ Industrial Building, Ang Mo Kio Industrial Park 3,
Singapore 569084
Trademarks
©2003 InfoWave Pte Ltd. All rights reserved. http://www.infowavemobile.com
Contents are subjected to change without prior notice. The products mentioned herein are a
registered trademark of InfoWave Pte Ltd. All other trademarks belong to their respective owners.
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WWAARRRRAANNTTIIEESS EEXXCCLLUUSSIIVVEE
IF THE INFOWAVE PRODUCT DOES NOT OPERATE AS WARRANTED ABOVE, THE
CUSTOMER’S SOLE REMEDY SHALL BE, AT INFOWAVE’S OPTION, REPAIR, OR
REPLACEMENT. THE FOREGOING WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES ARE EXCLUSIVE AND
ARE IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, EITHER IN FACT OR
BY OPERATION OF LAW, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. INFOWAVE NEITHER
ASSUMES FOR IT ANY OTHER LIABILITY IN CONNECTION WITH THE SALE,
INSTALLATION MAINTENANCE OR USE OF INFOWAVE’S PRODUCTS. INFOWAVE SHALL
NOT BE LIABLE UNDER THIS WARRANTY IF ITS TESTING AND EXAMINATION DISCLOSE
THAT THE ALLEGED DEFECT IN THE PRODUCT DOES NOT EXIST OR WAS CAUSED BY
THE CUSTOMER’S OR ANY THIRD PERSON’S MISUSE, NEGLECT, IMPROPER
INSTALLATION OR TESTING, UNAUTHORIZED ATTEMPTS TO REPAIR, OR ANY OTHER
CAUSE BEYOND THE RANGE OF THE INTENDED USE, OR BY INCIDENT, FIRE,
LIGHTNING OR OTHER HAZARD.
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IN NO EVENT WILL INFOWAVE BE LIABLE FOR ANY DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOSS OF
DATA, LOSS OF PROFITS, COST OF COVER OR OTHER INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL
OR INDIRECT DAMAGES ARISING OUT THE INSTALLATION, MAINTENANCE, USE,
PERFORMANCE, FAILURE OR INTERRUPTION OF A INFOWAVE PRODUCT, HOWEVER
CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY. THIS LIMITATION WILL APPLY EVEN IF
INFOWAVE HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.
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Document Revision Record
Revision Date Author Description
1.0 28/05/2003 Wu Yong Cong Initial Release
1.1 17/09/2003 Yang Hong Modify FCC Logo
1. Change the definition of external antenna to
receiving only.
1.2 08/10/2003 Yang Hong
1.3 10/10/2003 Yang Hong
1.3 21/11/2003 Yang Hong
2. Remove Bluetooth PC card.
3. Change specification.
1. Indicate that external WLAN antenna is inactive
2. Remove 20cm limit for W988A
1. Add RF statement
2. Remove receive only on page 4
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IINNTTRROODDUUCCTTIIOONN
InfoWave Pte Ltd has developed the latest generation of the Ruggedised Tablet PC, the
Waveon 988. Specially designed to work under harsh environment, Waveon 988 is a rugged
Tablet PC that provides a combination of power, mobility, functionality and durability.
The Waveon 988 is ideal for users from military, law enforcement, logistics, public safety and
heavy industries.
The robust 988 offers more superior features than any other similar products.
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Front View
Internal MIC
Charging
LED
HDD
LED
Left
Audio
Speaker
Right
Audio
Speaker
Power
on/off
Button
IR Sensor
This is the
receptor for
signal from IR
Keyboard
Power on/off Button ─ Press the power button to turn on Waveon 988 or exit a power
management mode.
NOTICE: To avoid losing data, turn off your Waveon 988 by performing a Microsoft
Brightness
Button
Pressing
this button
makes the
display
brighter
Brightness
Button
Pressing
this button
makes the
display
darker
Surfstick
Cursor
Point
Device
Front View
Mouse
Right
Button
Windows
Ctr+Alt+Del
Pressing this
button restarts
W988
Windows operating system shutdown rather than by pressing the power button.
If Waveon 988 stops responding, press and hold the power button until the computer turns off
completely (which may take several seconds).
Charging LED ─ Turns on steadily to indicate battery charge status.
HDD LED ─ Turns on when Waveon 988 reads/writes data from/to hard disk.
Internal MIC ─ Internal mono-microphone can record voice.
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Right/Left Audio Speaker ─ To adjust the volume of the integrated speakers, click the Volume
in task column.
Windows Ctr+Alt+Del Button ─ Press the button to choose Lock Computer, Log Off, Shut
Down, Change Password, Task Manager or Cancel under Windows 2000 or XP.
Surfstick Cursor Point Device ─ Detect the movement of your finger on it and allow you to
move the cursor on the display. Press on the center of this device works as mouse left-click.
Mouse Right Button ─ Press the mouse right button to come out a menu just as mouse right-
click.
Brightness Buttons ─ There are two brightness buttons. Press one for display brighter and the
other for display darker.
IR Sensor ─ Receive the signal from IR Keyboard.
Top View
IRDA Window
Top View
IRDA Window ─ Lets you transfer files between your Waveon 988 and another IrDA compatible
device without using cable connections.
Left View
Hardware Reset Switch ─ Will reset Waveon 988 internal microprocessor.
NOTICE: Press this may lose brightness setting and others, you are not suggested to do
this.
Internal Power Switch ─ Slide the switch to completely power off Waveon 988.
NOTICE: Sliding the switch may lose some data, you are not suggested to do this.
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Microphone Jack ─ Attach a microphone to it.
Ear Phone Jack ─ Attach earphones or speakers to it.
Microphone
Jack
Internal
Power
Switch
Hardware
Reset
Switch
WLAN
Antenna
Ear Phone
Jack
External WLAN
Antenna
PC Card Slot 0 and 1
Left View
WLAN Antenna ─ Attach a WLAN antenna to receive data from/to WLAN.
External WLAN Antenna ─ This port is inactive.
PC Card Slot 0 and 1 ─ Supports two PC Card (Type III, PCMCIA 2.1), such as a modem,
network adapter and so on.
DC IN ─ Connects Waveon 988 AC adapter to it.
The AC adapter converts AC power to the DC power required by Waveon 988. You can connect
the AC adapter with your Waveon 988 turned either on or off.
CAUTION: The power adapter works with electrical outlets worldwide. However, power
connectors and power strips vary among countries. Using an incompatible cable or
improperly connecting the cable to the power strip or electrical outlet may cause fire or
equipment damage.
NOTICE: When you disconnect the AC adapter cable from the Waveon 988, grasp the
connector, not the cable itself, and pull firmly but gently to avoid damaging the cable.
Right View
PS/2 Port ─ Connects a PS/2 keyboard or mouse.
VGA Port ─ Connects an external monitor.
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IEEE 1394 Port ─ Connects a firmware device.
COM1 Port ─ Connects a serial device to COM1, such as a mouse or handheld device.
Parallel Port ─ Connects a parallel device, such as a printer.
Ethernet Port
Parallel Port
COM1
Port
IEEE1394
Port
VGA
Port
PS2 Port
right view
Ethernet Port ─ Connects the Waveon 988 to a network. The lights next to the port indicate
activity for wired network communications.
USB Ports ─ Connects the USB devices, such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, floppy driver or
hard disk driver.
SSUUMMMMAARRYY OOFF FFEEAATTUURREESS
Waveon 988 provides the following features:
1) Heavy Duty Construction – Aluminum Housing with impact resistant design
2) Ergonomic Design – The most compact and powerful Tablet PC with IP54 enclosure
3) Daylight Readable Screen – A low power consumption 10.4” XGA Color TFT LCD with
latest daylight readability technology
4) Powerful Performance – Intel® Pentium® III Mobility processor, support speed of
2 USB Ports
700MHz
5) Extensive Interface for Expansion - Serial, Parallel, USB, Firewire, IrDA, PC Card slot
and Docking ports all are ready to use
6) Wireless Connection – Built-in Wireless LAN (either Infrastructure or 802.11 AdHoc)
and fixed LAN offer super flexibility to connect the network at any place
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7) Shock and Vibration Resistive Storage – 2.5’’ Hard disk drive with anti-shock and anti-
vibration design
Unique Heat Management Solution – Reliable and Efficient heat management
8)
design for high speed CPU
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Waveon 988 provides touch screen and on-screen keyboard. The screen detects the
pressure of your finger to allow you to move and click the cursor. Use the touch screen and the
right cursor button as you would use a mouse.
Waveon 988 also provides cursor point device (touch pad) to allow you to move the cursor on
the display. Use the touch pad and the right cursor button just as you use a mouse.
Cursor point device
(touch pad)
Right Cursor
Button
You can use on-screen keyboard.
• Click the Start button, click Programs button, click accessories button, click
Accessibility button and then click on-screen Keyboard.
• A on-screen keyboard just as the following keyboard appears on the screen. You can
use the on-screen keyboard by touching the buttons just as you use a keyboard.
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If you are used to real keyboards, Waveon 988 supports them too. There is an IR sensor for
IR keyboards. IR keyboard can be used within 5 meters.
In addition, there is a PS/2 port for PS/2 keyboard or PS/2 mouse.
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Before you connect Waveon 988 to a network, a network cable must connect to network
adapter connector (Ethernet Port). You can setup up a network as following steps: Click the Start
button, point to All Programs -> Accessories -> Communications, and then click Network
Setup Wizard. Then follow the instructions on the screen. The modified networking setting will
take effect after system reboots.
Waveon 988 also can be connected to Wireless Local Area Networks. You can choose the
wireless network configuration as Infrastructure or 802.11 Ad-Hoc.
If you choose Infrastructure, you should have an access point to connect Waveon 988. You
can connect Waveon 988 to Internet by this way. In Start -> Settings -> Control Panel, double
click Wireless LAN Settings, select Configuration Tab, and then enter the name of your network in
the SSID field. Select Encryption Tab, enter the keys for the connection.
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If you are connecting to an Ad-Hoc, which does not use any routers or access points, in
Configuration Tab, in Mode, choose 802.11 AdHoc, then click OK. This is a computer-to-
computer (Ad-Hoc) network; wireless access points are not used.
SSPPEECCIIFFIICCAATTIIOONNSS
1) Physical Specification
• Dimension: 297mm x 238mm x 42mm
• Weight: 2.6 kg with built-in battery
• Casing: Magnesium alloy
2) Display
• 10.4’’ TFT color LCD display
• XGA resolution (1024 x 768)
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• Daylight readable screen with touch panel
3) Processor & Operating System
• Intel Pentium III 700 Mobility Processor
• Microsoft Windows 2000 / XP / ME
• L2 cache: 256 KB
• Embedded Graphic Chipset
• IDE: support Ultra DMA 33
4) Memory
• RAM: 256MB (Up to 512 MB)
• 2.5’’ 20GB anti-shock and anti-vibration hard disk drive
5) Power
• Built-in Lithium-Polymer rechargeable battery
• DC input: 19V (Nominal)
• Consumption: 25W (Typical)
+
• Battery life 1.5 hours
; 3 hours (Add-on battery)
6) Audio
• AC/97 V2.1 compliant
• Built-in stereo-speakers and mono-microphone
7) Communications & Interface Ports
• Built-in WLAN (802.11b)
• 100Mbps Ethernet (RJ45 port)
• 1 x RS232, 1 x Parallel, 2 x USB, 1 x PS2, 1 x VGA
• 2 x IR ports: 1 x IrDA, 1 x IR wireless keyboard
• 2 x PC Card slot (Type III, PCMCIA2.1)
• 1 x Firewire IEEE1394
• 1 x Docking connector
• 1 x Ear phone out jack
• 1 x Microphone in jack
• 1 x DC in jack
8) Options
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• Port Replicator
• 2 x RS232, 1 x Parallel, 2 x USB
• 1 x PS2
• 2nd Li-ion rechargeable battery pack
• IR Keyboard
• Universal AC/DC adaptor
• Input: 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz
• External 1.44 MB FDD (USB bootable)
• External 24X CD-ROM (USB bootable)
• Car adaptor
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1) Temperature
• Operating: 0oCto +50oC
o
• Storage: -10
2) Humidity
• 5% to 95% RH, non-condensing
3) Vibration(MIL-STD 810E)
• 5 ~ 500 Hz, random
• 1.04g rms (vertical)
• 0.20g rms (transverse)
• 0.74g rms (longitudinal)
4) Shock
• Operating: 20g, 11ms, half sine wave
• Non-operating: 40g, 11rms, half sine wave
Cto +70oC
5) Regulation
• EMI: FCC Part 15 Class B
• Enclosure: IP52
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