Lotus 890 User Manual
ActionNote 890 Series Update
This update sheet contains additional information about your
computer.
Upgrading the Memory
Your system comes with 8MB RAM. In this system’s
configuration, 4MB is on the system board and 4MB is on a
separate memory module inserted in the memory module
socket. To upgrade memory, you have to remove the 4MB
memory module from the socket and replace it with a larger
capacity memory module.
The maximum memory for this computer is 24MB. Use this
table to determine the size of the memory module you need to
buy. For information on how to replace a memory module, see
Chapter 5 of your User’s Guide.
You want to upgrade to
12MB
20MB
24MB
Memory module size to buy
8MB
16MB
20MB
PC Card Software
We have provided SystemSoft® CardSoft and Card Wizard
drivers and utilities for you to use if you select MS-DOS® and
Windows®3.11 as your operating system. If you select Windows
95 as your operating system, you can use the PC Card
(PCMCIA) utilities in the control panel.
Setup Option Changes
The power management functions in your BIOS contain more
options to let you customize your ActionNote. In addition to the
options documented in your User’s Guide, you can also enable a
time out interval for the serial port, the parallel port, and the
diskette drive (FDD). Also, the default for the Power
Management option is Enabled.
Also, the options on page 3 of your system’s Setup program
now support your system’s capabilities more easily. The
following table lists these Setup options:
Setup page 3 options
Setting
Internal Cache
External Cache
Options
Enabled*
Disabled
Enabled
Disabled*
Serial Port
Serial Part 2
Parallel Port
Audio I/O 220h*
Audio RQ 5
Pointing Device
Block DE
Serial 2
3F8h*
2F8h
3E8h
2E8h
Disabled
3F8h
2F8h*
3E8h
2E8h
Disabled
278h*
378h
3BCh
Disabled
230h
240h
250h
7
9
10
Enabled*
Disabled
Enabled
Disabled*
Fax/modem
IR*
Description
Controls the processor's Internal cache
operation
Controls the processor's external cache
operation when external cache is installed
Assigns the serial part address
Assigns the part address for the
fax/modem or lrDA device, when Installed
Controls the parallel port operation
Identifies the l/O setting the audio card
uses
Identifies the IRQ setting the audio card
uses
lets you
case you connect a serial mouse
Enables support for block mode transfers.
if your turd disk drive supports it
Lets you define serial Port 2 as either the
optional Fax/modem or lrDA interface
disable the built-h touchpad, In
* Default setting
** Autodetects ECP or EPP devices when connected and turned on at system
start-up
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About Your Software
Before you set up and use your EPSON® ActionNote™ computer, be
sure to read the information on this card about the software and
online manuals installed on your system. This information is also
available in the About Your Software online documentation.
You must use a modem with several of the software applications.
If your system didn’t come with one installed, you can install an
optional internal fax/modem, connect an external modem to your
serial port, or use a fax/modem PC card. See your User’s Guide for
instructions.
Where to Go for Help
All ActionNote systems come with the software listed below
installed on the hard disk drive. If you have trouble using any of
these programs, first check to see if the software includes online help
or an online user manual. Many programs also provide support
through CompuServe® forums; check your software documentation
for information.
If these sources do not help you solve the problem, contact the
software manufacturer for assistance at any of the numbers given
on this card. Some 800 numbers may not be available in Canada.
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(Windows® 3.1 and MS-DOS0 installation only) Microsoft
MS-DOS 6.22 operating system software installed on the hard
disk drive; for more information, type HELP at the DOS prompt.
Technical support:
Microsoft FastTips,
a free 24-hour automated service
at (800) 936-4200
or: EPSON Connection
at (800) 922-8911 (U.S. and Canada)
Fax-back (310) 782-4214
I
(Windows 3.1 and DOS installation only) Microsoft Windows
3.11 graphical user interface software installed on the hard disk
drive; including a documentation fulfillment card and online
help; for more information, press the
Technical support:
Microsoft FastTips,
F1
key.
a free 24-hour automated service
at (800) 936-4200
or: EPSON Connection
at (800) 922-8911 (U.S. and Canada)
Fax-back: (310) 782-4214
I
(Windows 95 installation only) Microsoft Windows95 graphical
user interface software installed on the hard disk drive;
including the
for more information, press the
Introducing
Windows 95 manual and online help;
F1
key.
Technical support
Microsoft FastTips,
a free 24-hour automated service
at (800) 936-4200
Microsoft and WINNEWS areas
of America Online, Prodigy, and
CompuServe, or Microsoft’s Internet
web page
or: EPSON Connection
at (800) 922-8911 (U.S. and Canada)
Fax-back: (310) 782-4214
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SystemSoft® PC card software utilities including CardSoft and
CardWizard installed on the hard disk drive; printed and online
PCMCIA Card Software Users’ Guide.
Technical support
EPSON Connection
at (800) 922-8911 (U.S. and Canada)
Fax-back: (310) 782-4214
Lotus® SmartSuite
TM
version 3 integrated application package
installed on the hard disk drive; for more information, see the
online help; brochure and Lotus Technical Support information
included.
Technical support
EPSON Connection
at (800) 922-8911 (U.S. and Canada)
Fax-back: (310) 782-4214
OAG® (Official Airline Guide) FlightDisk* Worldwide edition;
for DOS/Windows 3.1 software installed on the hard disk drive
(send in the coupon for the latest version for Windows 95);
brochure and subscription information included.
Technical support: (800) 525-1138
America Online®news and information service software
installed on the hard disk drive; brochure, subscription, and
free trial information included.
Technical support:
(800) 827-6364
BBS (800) 827-5808
CompuServe WinCIM® Information Manager for CompuServe
news and information service; software installed on the hard
disk drive; brochure, subscription, and free trial information
included.
Technical support
(800) 848-8990
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PRODIGY® news and information service; software installed
on the hard disk drive; brochure, subscription, and free trial
information included.
Technical support
NetCom
TM
NetCruiser Internet access service; brochure,
(800) 776-3449
subscription, and free trial information included.
Technical support
(408) 983-5970
(ActionNote 895 only) Delrina WinComm and WinFax Lite
modem/fax communications software installed on the hard
disk drive; printed manual included.
Technical support
EPSON Connection
at (800) 922-8911 (U.S. and Canada)
Fax-back: (310) 782-4214
ARK® Workspace™ alternative interface for Win dows installed
on the hard disk drive.
Technical support
EPSON Connection
at (800) 922-8911 (U.S. and Canada)
Fax-back: (310) 782-4214
EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation. ActionNote is a trademark
and EPSON Connection Is a service mark of Epson America, Inc. Other trademarks are
trademarksof their respective owners,
Copyright © 1995 by Epson America, Inc.
Torrance, California, USA
400526800
9/95
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Choosing Your Operating System
Your EPSON® ActionNote™ allows you a one time installation
choice of either windows® 95 or windows 3.1 (which includes
MS-DOS®) as your operating system the first time you start your
computer. Regardless of the operating system you choose, you
can use the all of the applications that come with your ActionNote.
CAUTION
Be careful as you go through the procedure. If you decide you
want the other operating system, you must purchase it.
Before you can make your final operating system selection, you
see several screens that refer to Windows 95. Although
Windows 95 does some preliminary setup activity, it is not
already selected as the operating system.
When you start your ActionNote, Windows Setup checks your
system and records information about all the hardware devices it
finds. You see its progress on the System Detection screen.
Next, you see the Welcome to Windows Setup screen. Follow
these steps to select your operating system.
From the windows 95 setup screen, choose the Next
1.
button.
2.
Select your Regional Setting and choose Next.
Select the keyboard layout and you want and choose Next.
3.
4.
Type your user information and choose Next.
5.
Read the license agreement and select I accept the
agreement, then choose Next. (You must do this even if you
plan to choose Windows 3.1/MS-DOS; if you do not accept
the agreement, the process ends.)
6.
Type the registration number from your Windows 95
Certificate of Authenticity located in your accessories box;
then choose Next. You must enter the registration number or
you cannot proceed.
1
2
NOTE
To find out how many formatted disks you need, follow the
instruction below to start the utility. It tells you how many disks
you need for the application you have chosen. At that point,
you can stop if you need to get the right number of
pre-formated disks.
create Application Disks with windows 3.1/MS-DOS
Follows these steps to create application disks:
1. From the Program manager, open Make Diskettes. You see
an icon for each application for which you can create disks.
2. Double click on the application icon you want. For example,
if you want to create for the audio application software,
double click the Audio Application icon.
3. The process is automated. Follow the instructions on the
screen and insert blank, pre-formatted disks when prompted.
4. When disk creation is complete, the utility gives you a
summary of its activity.
N O T E
To receive Windows 3.1/MS-DOS disks and documentation,
send in your Windows 95 manual with the fulfillment card
attached to this document.
Create Application Disks with Windows 95
Follow these steps to create disks:
1.
With Windows 95 loaded, open the EPSON software group
on the Startup button.
2. Open the Utilities folder within the EPSON software folder.
The Make Diskettes folder contains an icon for each
application for which you can create disks.
3
3.
Double click on the icon you want. For example, if you want
to create disks for the PC card utilities software, double-click
the PC Card Drivers icon.
4.
The process is automated. Follow the instructions on the
screen and insert blank, pre-formated disks when prompted.
You can skip a disk if you want by clicking cancel when you
are prompted to insert a blank disk for that program disk.
When the process is complete, the utility gives you a summary of
how many disks were created.
NOTE
To create a set of Windows 95 system disks, run create system
Disks from the System Tools folder. You need 30 pre-formatted
disks to make a complete set.
Maintaining System Backups
As well as creating for your applications, you should
maintain up-to-date copies of the other files on your hard hand disk.
Your operating system includes a backup utility. Use it to make
backup copies of your system and data files. In addition, make
backup copies of any software for which you do not have the
original program disks.
If you need to reinstall any software and you do not have a
backup, you may need to obtain program disks from the
manufacturer. Contact them at the number(s) listed in your
About Your Software documentation.
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Mail order to:
Type of kit
Windows 3.1/MS-DOS User Pack (diskettes and User’s Guide)
EPSON Windows 3.1 Offer
P.O. Box 3802
Salinas, CA 93912
$
•Add shipping and handling (check one only)
U.S.
Canada
Express U.S.
Express Canada
State Sales Tax (Residents of CA, MA, NY, TX must add state sales tax)
TOTAL
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$
$
$
$
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FREE*
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resulting from the use of the information contained herein
Further, this publication and features described herein are
subject to change without notice.
TRADEMARKS
EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson
Corporation
ActionNote, ActionPoint, and ActionPort ore trademarks of
Epson America, Inc.
EPSON Connection is a service mark of Epson America, Inc.
General notice: Other product names used herein ore for
identification purposes only and may be trademarks of
their respective owners EPSON disclaims any and all rights
In those marks
The Energy Star emblem does not represent EPA endorsement
of any product or service.
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Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these instructions and save them for later
reference. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on
the computer and AC power adapter.
Turn off the computer before cleaning. Clean with o
damp cloth only. Do not spill liquid on the computer.
Use only
computer’s label.
Avoid using outlets on the same circuit
or air control systems that regularly switch on and off.
Do not let the computer’s power cord become damaged
or frayed
If you use on extension cord with the computer, make
sure the total Amp rating of the devices plugged into the
extension cord does not exceed the cord’s Amp rating
Make sure the total of all devices plugged into the wall
outlet does not exceed 15 Amps
Except as specifically explained in this Users
not attempt to service the computer yourself.
Unplug the computer and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel if the power cord or plug is damaged;
if liquid has entered the computer; if the computer has
been dropped or the cabinet damaged; or if the
computer does not operate normally or exhibits a
distinct change in performance Adjust only those
controls that are covered by the operating instructions
When travelling by airplane, be sure to take your
computer into the passenger comportment as carry-on
luggage to prevent it from being stored in an
unpressurized storage area.
If you plan to use the computer in Germany, observe the
following:
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and over-
current protection for this computer, the building
installation must be protected by a 16 Amp circuit
breaker.
the
type of power source indicated on the
OS
photocopiers
Guide, do
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Sécurité
Lire attentivement les instructions suivantes et les
conserver pour les consulter en cas de besoin. Observer
soigneusement tousles overtissments et directives
marqués sur I'ordinateur et I'adaptateur secteur.
Débrancher I'ordinateur avant de le nettoyer. N’utiliser
qu’un chiffon humide. Veiller à ne pas renverser de
liquides sur l'appareil.
Utiliser seulement le type de source d’alimentation
électrique indiqué sur l'étiquette.
Ne jamais utiliser une prise sur le même circuit qu’un
appareil à photocopies ou un système de contrôle de
ventilation avec commutation marche-arrêt
automatique.
S’assurer que le cordon d’alimentation de l’ordinateur
n’est pas a bimé ni effiloché.
Dons le cos oú on utilise un cordon de rallonge avec
l’ordinateur, s’assurer que l'intensité en ampères requise
pour tous les apparells branchés sur ce cordon n'est pas
supérieure à la capacité du cordon. Sassurer aussi que
cette intensité ne dépasse jamais la somme de
15 ampères pour l’ensemble des appareils branchés sur
la prise secteur.
Souf dons les cas spécifiques expliqués dans ce manuel
de l’usager, ne pas essayer d’entretenir ou de réparer
l'ordinateur soi-même.
Débrancher l’ordinateur et contacter un technicien
qualifié dans les circonstances suivantes:
Si le cordon ou lo prise sent abimés; si un liquide a
Pénétré à l'intérieur de l'appareil; si on a laissé tomber
l'a
apparil ou si le bottier est endommagé; si l’ordinateur
ne fonctionne pas normalement ou fonctionne d'une
manière très différente de l’ordinaire. N’ajuster que les
commandes décrites dons les directives
Pour les voyages par avion, prendre l’ordinateur avec
soi dans la cobine comme bagage à main, pour éviter
qu’il soit transporté
Pour utiliser l’ordinateur en Alle magne, il est nécessaire
que le badmentWtfment soit muni d’un disjoncteur de
16 ampères pour protéger l’ordinateur contre les courtscircuits et le survoltage.
dons une soute non pressurisée.
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Wichtige Sicherheitshinweise
Bitte lesen Sie diese Sicherheitshinweise, und he ben Sie sich
zur späteren Verwendung auf. Beachten Sie alle
Wamungen und Anweisungen, die auf dem Computer und
dem Wechselstromadapter angebracht sind
Schalten Sie den Computer vor der Reinigung aus.
Verwenden Sie zur Reinigung nur ein souberes Tuch
Achten Sie darauf, daß keine Flüssigkeiten auf dem
Computer verschüttet werden
Verwenden Sie nur die auf dem Typenschild des
Computers angege bene Stromversorgung.
Schiießen Sie den Computer nicht on denselben
Stromkreis on wie Fotokopiergeräte oder Klimaanlagen,
die sich regelmäßig ein- und ausschalten
Achten Sie darauf, daß das Netzkabel des Computers
stets in einwandfreiem Zustand ist.
Stellen Sie bei Verwendung eines Verlängerungska bels
sicher, daß der gesamte Amperewert aller on das
Verlängerungskabel angeschlossenen Geräte den
zulässigen Höchstwert des Kabels nicht überschreitet
Stellen Sie ferner sicher, daß der Gesamtwert aller on
die Wandsteckdose angeschiossenen Geräte 15 Ampere
nicht überschreitet.
Führen Sie keine Wartungsarbeiten am Computer
durch, die
Ausmaß hinausgehen.
Ziehen Sie den Computer heraus und rufen Sie
qualifiziertes Wartungspe
folgenden Bedingungen auftritt:
D
Flüssigkeit ist in den Computer eingetreten; der
Computer wurde fallengelassen oder das Gehäuse ist
beschädigt; der Computer funktioniert nicht
ordnungsgemäß oder die Leistung hot sich merklich
geändert. Stellen Sie nur die Bedienelemente ein, die in
der Gebrauchsanweisung beschrieben sind
Nehmen Sie den Computer bei Flugreisen als
Handgepäck mit in den Fluggastraum omit er nicht in
einem drucklosen Frachtraum verstaut wird
Beachten Sie den folgenden Hinweis wenn Sie den
Computer in Deutschland in Betrieb
Beim Anschluß des Computers on die Netzversorgung
muß sichergestellt werden, daß die Gebäudeinstallation
mit einem 16 Ampere Überstromschutzschalter
abgesichert ist
über
das
im Benutzerhandbuch
rsonal wenn eine der
OS
Netzkabel oder der Netzstecker lst beschädigt;
beschrie bene
nehmen:
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FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
FOR AMERICAN USERS
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with
the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to Port 15 of
the FCC Rules These limits ore designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. This equipment generates uses, and
con radiate radio frequency energy
used in accordance with the instructions may cause
harmful interference to radio and television reception.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation If this equipment does
cause interference to radio and television reception which
con be determined by turning the equipment off and OR
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
I Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
I
Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver
I
Connect the equipment into on outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected
I
Consult on experienced radio/TV technician for help.
and if not
installed and
WARNING
The connection of o non-shielded equipment interface
cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC
Certification of this device and may cause interference
levels that exceed the limits established by the FCC for this
equipment. It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and
use a shielded equipment Interface cable with this device. If
this equipment has more than one interface connector, do
not leave cables connected to unused interfaces
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
FOR CANADIAN USERS
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for
radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in
the radio interference regulations of the Canadian.
Deportment of Communications.
Le present appareil numérique n'émet pas de bruits
radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux
appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dons k
règlement sur le brouillage
Ministère des Communications du Canada.
radioélectrique édicté par le
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Contents
1 Getting Started
Opening Your Computer . . . . . . . . . . . .
Powering Your Computer . . . . . . . . . .
Connecting the AC Power Adapter . . .
Turning the Computer On and Off . . . . . .
Checking the Indicator Lights.. . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Screen Controls
Using the ActionPoint Touchpad . . . . . . . . . . . .
Learning More About ActionPoint . . . . .
Using the Keyboard
Using the Fn Key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad
Creating Software Diskettes
2
Powering the Computer
Using the AC Power Adapter
Using the Battery . . . . . . . . . . .
Recharging the Battery
Replacing the Battery . . . . . .
Using Power Management .
Low Battery Protection .
Using Energy Wisely . . . . . . .
3
Getting to Work
Using Passwords
Entering a Password....................
Using Diskettes
Resetting the Computer.....................
Working Comfortably.......................
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. . 1-2
. . 1-2
. . 1-3
. . 1-4
. . 1-4
. . 1-6
. . 1-6
. . 1-8
. . 1-8
. . 1-9
. . 1-9
. . 1-10
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..2-2
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.2-3
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. .2-5
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. ..3-2
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4 Caring for Your Computer
Protecting the Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . .. . . .... ...... . .
Moving and Storing the Computer . . . . . .
Cleaning Your ActionNote . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning the ActionPoint Touchpad
Cleaning the Diskette Drive . . . . . .......
4-2
4-3
4-4
4-4
4-4
5 Upgrading Internal Components
Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive
Removing the Hard Disk Drive
Replacing a Hard Disk Drive
Removing and Replacing the Keyboard .......
Removing the Keyboard ...................
Replacing the Keyboard ....................
Upgrading Your Memory
Removing a Memory Module ...............
Installing a Memory Module ..............
Installing a Fax/Modem or Infrared Device ....
Connecting a Phone Line
6
Customizing Your Computer
Customizing Your ActionPoint
Customizing Computer Settings . . . . . . . .
Starting Setup.. , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Changing the Settings . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customizing Power Management . . . . . .
Using Instant On and Saving to Disk
Using Password Security
Setting or Changing a Password . . . . .
Setting a Password
Deleting or Changing a Password . . .
Using Video Drivers and Utilities . . . . . . . . .
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5-1
5-2
.5-4
.5-7
.5-7
5-10
.5-11
5-12
.5-13
5-14
5-17
..6-1
..6-3
6-4
..6-4
..6-8
..6-9
.6-11
..6-11
..6-12
...6-13
..6-13
7 Troubleshooting
Where to Get Help.. .............................
Electronic Support Services
................
Identifying Your System .........................
Error Messages
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.7-1
.7-2
7-4
..7-5
Troubleshooting Your ActionNote
The Computer Won’t Start
The LCD Screen Is Blank
The Computer Locks Up
Your Password Isn’t Working
You Can’t Access Data on a Diskette
The Diskette Drive Isn’t Working.
.............. 7-5
................ 7-6
................... 7-8
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............... 7-9
.......
..........
7-9
7-10
7-10
You Can’t Access Files on the Hard Disk
.....................................
Drive
A PC Card Isn’t Working
...................
The ActionPoint Isn’t Working Correctly . . . . . .
An External Monitor Is Blank
.............
7-11
7-11
7-13
7-14
An External Pointing Device Doesn’t
.....................................
Work
Your Printer Isn’t Working
The Memory Count Is Incorrect
.................
...........
Your Software Isn’t Working Correctly
...
.7-14
.7-16
7-16
.7-16
A Specifications
CPU and Memory
Controllers
Interfaces
Keyboard
....................................
....................................
ActionPoint Touchpad
Volume Control
Mass Storage
LCD Screen
Setup Program
...........................
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Software .....................................
Power Sources
AC Power Adapter
...............................
.........................
AC Power Adapter Dimensions...................
Fax/Modem Specifications
.................
Environmental Requirements .............
Physical Dimensions
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. . . A-1
. . A-2
. . A-3
. A-4
. A-4
. ..A-4
. . A-5
. . A-5
. . . A-5
. . . A-6
. ..A-6
. ..A-6
. . . A-7
. . . A-7
. A-8
. . A-8
Index
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1 Getting Started
Your EPSON® ActionNote™ computer is all set
up and ready to use. This chapter gives you
the information you need to get started. You’ll
find a list of the computer’s features on the
back cover of this manual, illustrations of
your system on the inside front cover, and a
place to write important information about
your ActionNote on the inside back cover.
If you have questions, this manual or the
online version should provide you with
answers Read the troubleshooting
information in Chapter 7 or call the EPSON
Connectional
SM
at (800) 922-8911 for help.
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Opening Your Computer
To open your ActionNote, slide the latches on
each side of the computer’s lid forward and
lift up the screen.
Powering Your Computer
Your computer is shipped with a charged
battery and is ready to use when you take it
out of the box. You don’t need to plug it in. To
conserve battery power, however, (or if your
battery has lost its charge while in storage,)
you should use the AC power adapter to
connect your computer to an electrical outlet
whenever possible. The adapter also recharges
your battery.
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Connecting the AC Power Adapter
The lightweight AC power adapter included
with your ActionNote operates in the input
ranges 100 to 250 VAC and 40/63 Hz.
NOTE
If you purchased your computer out side the United
States, you have the international AC power
adapter. See “Using the international AC Power
Adapter” in Appendix B for more information.
Follow these steps to connect the AC power
adapter:
1.
Plug the connector into the DC-in port on
the back of the computer.
2.
Flip the adapter’s two prongs out of their
compartment, then plug the adapter into
an electrical outlet.
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Recharging the battery takes about 3 hours
with the computer turned on, and about
1.5 hours when it is turned off. While it
recharges, the charge indicator light is orange.
When the battery is fully charged, it is green.
Turning the Computer On and Off
The on/off button is beneath the screen on
your right
Press the button and hold it briefly to turn on
the computer. As the computer starts, it does a
complete self test of its circuits and drives.
To turn the computer off, press and hold the
button for two seconds. Be sure to save your
work before you turn off the computer.
Checking the Indicator Lights
The indicator lights above the keyboard give
you information about your computer.
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The following table identifies the indicator
lights for your ActionNote.
lndicator lights
Name Description
con
Power mode
Green Computer is on
Flashing green
Suspend mode:
Green Standby mode: press any key to
Flashing green Suspend mode: press Suspend/
Charge mode:
Orange
Flashing
orange
Green Battery is fully charged
Diskette drive
Very low battery; system is
about to power down
return to full power
Resume to return to full power
Battery is charging normally
Battery is not installed
correctly or is damaged
Computer is accessing diskette
drive
Hard disk drive
PC card PC card is inserted
Num Lock
Caps Lock
scroll Lock
Computer is accessing hard
disk drive
Num Lock is on, whichactivates
the embedded numeric keypad
Caps Lock is on
Scroll Lock is on
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1-5
Adjusting the Screen Controls
The screen contrast and brightness controls
are located at the bottom of the screen.
Slide the contrast control to the right to
increase the contrast, or to the left to decrease
it. On dual scan screens, slide the brightness
control to the right to lighten the screen, or to
the left to darken it
Unless you need a bright screen, you can
extend battery life and save energy by
making it dimmer.
Using the ActionPoint Touchpad
You can move your cursor on the screen by
sliding your finger along the built-in
ActionPoint™ touchpad. It works with any
software application that uses PS/2®
compatible mouse drivers, and has a utility
that lets you adjust its response.
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To move the cursor, slide your finger along
the ActionPoint touchpad. If your finger is too
close to the edge, lift it and put it down on the
opposite edge. The cursor moves only when
your finger touches the pad. See “Customizing
Your ActionPoint” in Chapter 6 or the utility’s
online help for more about cursor settings.
To click, quickly press and release the left
touchpad button or gently tap the touchpad
once.
To
select and move an item
(click and drag),
doubletap on the touchpad and then slide
your finger across it. You can also hold down
the left touchpad button while sliding your
finger along the touchpad.
When you reach the edge of the touchpad
surface, the pointer continues to move in the
same direction until you lift or move your
finger. This feature is called “Edge Motion.”
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When software manuals tell you to use your
mouse, use these ActionPoint equivalents:
Touchpad movements
Mouse
Click
Double-click
Drag
Click and drag
select
Right mouse button
ActionPoint
Tap
Double-tap
Slide
Double-tap, slide
Tap
Right touchpad button
Learning More About ActionPoint
For information about changing the speed
and sensitivity of your touchpad, see
“Customizing Your ActionPoint” in Chapter 6.
You can also access the online help in the
touchpad’s control panel
Using the Keyboard
Your computer’s keyboard has 85 keys that
provide the same functions as a full-sized
keyboard, thanks to function keys and an
embedded numeric keypad. The Fn key
provides a second function for other keys.
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Getting Started
The keyboard on the ActionNote is available
with different layouts for different languages.
You can also use the operating system to
reassign the layout of your keyboard. See your
operating system documentation.
Using the Fn Key
To use special functions, hold down the Fn key
and then press the second key. A key’s special
function is labeled in blue.
Fn key functions
Key
Fn F8
Fn F9
Fn F10
Label Function
Set Up
Invert Toggles between normal and reverse
Display
Displays Power Management screen
video (passive matrix only)
Toggles between displaying the image
on the LCD, external monitor, or both
Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad
In Num Lock mode, the keys in the embedded
numeric keypad give you the number or
symbol for that key instead of the letter.
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