Manhattan Computer Products 174572, 176040, 174459 User Manual

GRAPHICS
TABLET

USER
MANUAL

MODELS 174459, 174572 & 176040

Model 176040 shown

MAN-176040/174459/174572-UM-0607-03

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing the MANHATTAN® Graphics Tablet, Model 176040, 174459 or 174572.
Ideally suited for photographers, designers and artists, this professional-quality tablet offers

a exible way to work with Adobe PhotoShop, Illustrator and Flash; Corel Painter; Autodesk
Maya and 3D Studio Max; Pro/E; and other popular software applications. Its versatility can
also help a wide range of new users nd innovative ways to maximize creativity and productivity.

The Right Set of Features and Design Tools

The lightweight RF wireless pen — with 1,024 pressure sensitivity levels and tilt — enables
the creation of computer graphics, technical drawings and other digital documents in a way
that’s more natural and instinctive. The programmable buttons are easily customized to suit
users and project requirements, and the wireless three-button mouse with scroll uses RF
technology instead of a ball or optics for smooth and accurate response, less maintenance

and reliable life.

The Graphic Tablet’s ambidextrous, low-prole design is a comfortable t using either hand.
Automatic power-save reduces battery drain and keeps both devices ready for use. An integrated
menu strip contains built-in hotkeys for on-tablet control of frequent menu commands and
application functions. Programmable keys can be set to perform keystroke combinations or
launch a menu item without using the mouse and interrupting workow. A transparent overlay
helps protect the active area and easily lifts to help secure documents and photos for tracing.

It’s Not Only for Artists

It’s more precise and intuitive than a traditional keyboard and mouse combination, as every
point on the tablet has a corresponding location on the screen. Cursor positions are matched
with pen movements, providing a “pen tablet” function that helps support handwriting recognition
for note-taking and meeting minutes, handwritten email and signatures, signature capture and
authentication, and pen navigation. The MANHATTAN Graphics Tablet complements digital
whiteboards in training, classroom and presentation applications.

Easy, Quick Installation for Comfort, Control and Productivity

Compatible with Windows and Macintosh systems, the Graphics Tablet includes a driver CD
and a USB connection for quick setup without the need for an external power supply. Its low
prole, generous cable and adjustable stand (Model 176040 only) combine to provide natural,
relaxed working positions to help reduce repetitive motion injury.

The easy-to-follow instructions in this user manual help make setup and operation simple, so
you’ll also soon be enjoying the benets of all these popular features, complete with the
unsurpassed MANHATTAN Lifetime Warranty.

System Requirements

• Windows 2000/XP/Vista and Mac OS 9.x or above

• System requirements: Pentium III equivalent or higher; 256 MB hard disk space and 128 MB
RAM recommended

INTRODUCTION

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INSTALLATION

Software

CAUTION: Do not connect the Graphics Tablet to the computer before installing the driver, as
this could prevent a proper installation.

1. Insert the driver CD into the CD-ROM drive, and wait for the main menu to appear on screen.
NOTE: On most systems, the setup program will start automatically. If it doesn’t, you can
start the setup program manually by selecting My Computer ► CD/DVD-Rom ► Open the
Drive ► Access/Setup.

2. Select Driver Setup, then press the “Enter” key for all subsequent prompts/questions.

3. After completing the driver installation, restart the computer. A small graphics tablet icon
will appear in the system tray, normally at the lower-right corner of the screen, indicating
that the driver has been properly installed and the graphics tablet is operational.

Hardware

Insert the USB connector into an available USB port on your desktop or laptop. After detecting
the graphics tablet, Windows will search for and then install the device driver for it.

Installation Verication

The green LED on the graphics tablet is the primary indicator of operation. The LED normally
remains off, turning on and off only in response to various operations and conditions. Check
the status of this LED as you go through the following test steps.

Model 176040 shown: See Page 8

USB cable

LED

for Models 174459 & 174572

Barrel buttons

Pen stand

Adjustable tablet stand, Model 176040 only

1. Tap on any surface with the tip of the pen (or press the left button of the mouse) to “wake it
up” if it has gone into standby mode. (The automatic power-saving function may have placed
the pen or mouse into standby mode if either of them is not used for a period of time.)

2. Whenever the tablet itself is activated, the green LED will light briey, then shut off again.

3. When the tablet detects the presence of the pen or mouse, the LED will blink slowly. This
happens when the pen tip is held above the tablet or is placed within the tablet’s work area.

4. When you press a button on the pen barrel (or click on a mouse button), the LED will light.

5. Holding the pen or the mouse on or above the work area will make the cursor on the screen
move accordingly.

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INSTALLATION