Sharp PC-M200 User Manual

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M-Series

NOTEBOOK COMPUTER

OPERATION MANUAL

Notice for Users in the USA

FCC Statement

WARNING - FCC Regulations state that any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

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 r easonable pr otection ag ainst harmf ul 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 gua rantee tha t interfer ence 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 distance 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.

A shielded I/F cable and included cables with ferrite cores are required to insure compliance with FCC regulation for Class B computing equipment.

* As an ENERGY STAR Partner, SHARP has determined that this

product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

Declaration of Conformity

SHARP PERSONAL COMPUTER, PC-M100 Series and PC-M200 Series SHARP PERSONAL FAX/MODEM, CE-M501 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions:( 1)this device may not cause harmful interference, an d (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Responsible Party: SHARP ELECTRONICS CORPORATION Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, New Jersey 07430 TEL: 1-800-BE-SHARP

About the Modem

This equipment complies with Part 68 of FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company.

The modem jack of this equipment complies with Sub-part F of Part 68 of FCC rules.

The REN is used to determine the quantity of devices which may be connected to the telephone line. Excessive RENs on the telephone line may result in the devices not ringing in response to an incoming call. In most, but not all areas, the sum of the RENs should not exceed five (5.0). To be certain of the number of devices that may be connected to the line, as determined by the total RENs contact the telephone company to determine the maximum REN for the calling areas.

If the terminal equipment causes harm to the telephone network, the telephone company will notify you in advance that temporary discontinuance of service may be required. But if advance notice isn't practical, the telephone company will notify the customer as soon as possible. Also, you will be advised of your right to file a complaint with the FCC if you believe it necessary.

The telephone company may make changes in its facilities, equipment, operations, or procedures that could affect the operation of the

equipment. If this happens, the telephone company will provide advance notice in order for you to make the necessary modifications in order to maintain uninterrupted service.

If trouble is experienced with this equipment, please contact Sharp Electronics Corp. for repair and (or) warranty information (Refer to the end of this section). If the trouble is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved.

The equipment cannot be used on public coin service provided by the telephone company. Connection to Party Line Service is subject to state tariffs. (Contact the state public utility commission, public service commission or corporation commission for information.)

The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, or individual. (The telephone number provided may not be a 900 number or any other number for which charges exceed local or long-distance transmission charges.) To program this information, refer to the manual of the communication software.

CAUTION: DISCONNECT TELEPHONE LINES BEFORE ACCESSING THE MODEM CARD.

CAUTION about CD-ROM Drive

Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

CAUTION about Battery

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

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It is the intent of Sharp that this product be used in full compliance with the copyright laws of the United States and that prior permission be obtained from copyright owners whenever necessary.

Product Information and Customer Assistance

For Product Information and Customer Assistance: Call: 1-800-BE-SHARP (237-4277) Sharp Electronics Corp. Sharp Plaza, Mahwah, NJ 07430 Home Page: http://www.sharp-usa.com E-mail address: pcsupport@sharpsec.com CompuServe: Go Sharp

Notice for Users in Canada

About Modem

The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meet certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements. The department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user's satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company. The equipment must also be installed using an acceptable method of connection. In some cases, the company's inside wiring associated with a single line individual service may be extended by means of a certified connector assembly (telephone extension cord). The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations.

Repairs to certified equipment should be made by an authorized Canadian maintenance facility designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made by the user to this equipment, or equipment malfunctions, may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment.

Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility, telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system, if present, are connected together. This precaution may be particularly important in rural areas.

CAUTION Users should not attempt to make such connections themselves, but should contact the appropriate electric inspection authority, or electrician, as appropriate.

“The Ringer Equivalence Number (REN) assigned to each terminal device denotes the percentage of the total load to be connected to a telephone loop which is used by the device. To prevent overloading,

the termination on a loop may consist of any combination of devices subject only to the requirement that the total of Ringer Equivalence Number of all the devices does not exceed 5.”

CAUTION:

DISCONNECT TELEPHONE LINES BEFORE ACCESSING THE MODEM CARD.

ATTENTION:

DEBRANCHER LES LIGNES TELEPHONIQUES AVANT D’ENLEVER CE COUVRICLE

About Battery

Caution: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Attention: Il y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du même type ou d’un type recommandé par le constructeur. Mettre au rébut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant.

Product Information and Customer Assistance

For Product Information and Customer Assistance:

Call: 1-905-890-2100 (Toronto Area)

1-800-56-SHARP (Outside Toronto)

Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd.

335 Britannia Road East, Mississauga, Ontario, L4Z 1W9 Canada

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Notice for Users in Australia

Service Inquiries

Please contact your dealer for service if required or contact Sharp Corporation of Australia on 1-800-807820 (free call) for referral to your nearest Sharp authorised Service Centre. Details can be found on the warranty card inserted with the documentation.

CAUTION

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Do not dispose of large quantities of used Lithium batteries at the same time.

Copyright may exist in material you wish to record. Copying or broadcasting such material without permission of the relevant licensees or owners of the copyright is prohibited by law. SHARP is not in a position to authorise the copying or broadcasting of copyright materials and nothing in this OPERATION MANUAL should be implied as giving that authority.

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Notice for Users in the UK

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

BLUE: Neutral BROWN: Live

As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this apparatus may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug proceed as follows. The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal which is marked with the letter L or coloured red. This apparatus must be protected by a 3A fuse in the mains plug or

This apparatus is approved under approval number NS/G 1234/J/100003 for indirect connection to the public telecommunication system in the United Kingdom.

Service Inquiries

For customer and service support, please refer to the documentation included with your notebook.

Recording and playback of any material may require consent, which SHARP is unable to give. Please refer particularly to the provisions of the Copyright Act 1956, the Dramatic and Musical Performers Protection Act 1958, the Performers Protection Acts 1963 and 1972 and to any subsequent statutory enactments and orders.

Notice for Users in Europe

This equipment complies with the requirements of Directives 89/336/EEC and 73/23/EEC as amended by 93/68/EEC.

Dieses Gerät entspricht den Anforderungen der EG-Richtlinien 89/336/EWG und 73/23/EWG mit Änderung 93/68/EWG.

Ce matériel répond aux exigences contenues dans les directives 89/336/CEE et 73/23/CEE modifiées par la directive 93/68/CEE.

Dit apparaat voldoet aan de eisen van de richtlijnen 89/336/EEG en 73/23/EEG, gewijzigd door 93/68/EEG.

Dette udstyr overholder kravene i direktiv nr. 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC med tillæg nr. 93/68/EEC.

Quest' apparecchio è conforme ai requisiti delle direttive 89/336/EEC e 73/23/EEC, come emendata dalla direttiva 93/68/EEC.

H egkatastash autη ανταποκρινεται στιζ απαιτησειζ των οδηγιων τηζ Ευρωπαïκηζ Ενωσηζ 89/336/EOK κατ 73/23/EOK, óπωζ οι κανονισµοι αυτοι συµπληρωθηκαν απó την οδηγια 93/68/EOK.

Este equipamento obedece às exigências das directivas 89/336/CEE e 73/23/CEE, na sua versão corrigida pela directiva 93/68/CEE.

Este aparato satisface las exigencias de las Directivas 89/336/CEE y 73/23/CEE, modificadas por medio de la 93/68/CEE.

Denna utrustning uppfyller kraven enligt riktlinjerna 89/336/EEC och 73/23/EEC så som komplette ras av 93/68/EEC.

Dette produktet oppfyller betingelsene i direktivene 89/336/EEC og 73/23/EEC i endringen 93/68/EEC.

Tämä laite täyttää direktiivien 89/336/EEC ja 73/23/EEC vaatimukset, joita on muutettu direktiivillä 93/68/EEC.

CAUTION:

TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DISCONNECT THE AC CORD AND THE BATTERY BEFORE SERVICING.

CAUTION:

FOR A COMPLETE ELECTRICAL DISCONNECTION, PULL OUT THE MAIN PLUG AND THE BATTERY.

VORSICHT:

UM DIE STROMZUFUHR VOLLSTÄNDIG ZU UNTERBRECHEN, DEN NETZSTECKER HERAUSZIEHEN UND DIE BATTERIE ÈNTFERNEN.

ATTENTION:

POUR UN ARRET TOTAL DU SYSTEME, DECONNECTEZ LA PRISE DE COURANT SECTEUR ET LA BATTERIE.

VARNING:

FÖR TOTAL ELEKTRISK URKOPPLING, KOPPLA UR KONTAKTEN OCH TA UR BATTERIET.

PRECAUCION:

PARA UNA COMPLETA DESCONEXION ELECTRICA DESENCHUFE LA CLAVIJA DE LA RED Y LA BATERIA.

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Safety Precautions

General

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Follow all cautions and instructions which may be marked on the notebook.

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Except as described elsewhere in this manual, refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Immediately shut off the notebook and refer for servicing under the following conditions:

• when the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed

• if liquid has been spilled on the notebook

• if the notebook has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged

Location

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Do not expose the notebook to direct sunlight.

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Try to avoid dusty environments.

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Keep the notebook away from any magnetic devices and TVs.

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Keep the notebook away from excessive humidity or fluids such as rain, snow, water spray, juice, coffee, steam, etc.

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Do not move the notebook from a cold place to a warm place. A temperature difference of more than 10°C (18°F) will cause condensation inside the unit, which may damage the data.

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Do not block or cover slots or openings on the cabinet to protect the notebook from over heating.

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Do not smoke near your notebook.

Usage

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Never push any objects of any kind into cabinet openings. They may touch dangerous voltage points or short parts that could result in fire or electrical shock.

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Turn off the notebook before installing or removing a peripheral device.

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Check the AC power cord and power connectors periodically for damage. Replace the power cord immediately if damage is found.

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Never subject your notebook to sudden shocks or extreme vibration.

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Do not drop the notebook nor hit it with other equipment.

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Do not scratch the surface of the LCD screen.

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Turn off the notebook and disconnect the AC cord before cleaning.

Battery Pack Precautions

Handling

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Never put the battery pack in a fire, as it could explode and cause injury.

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Do not attempt to open or alter the battery pack.

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Do not place the battery where it might get hotter than 60°C (140°F).

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Do not allow metal objects such as jewelry to short across the battery terminals, as it could heat up and explode.

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The battery includes a circuit breaker to help protect against short circuiting. However, covering or pressing this breaker switch hard could cause the battery to malfunction.

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Do not allow liquids to come in contact with the battery pack.

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Avoid dropping the pack or other violent shock.

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Do not solder anything to the battery terminals.

Charging

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Charge the battery pack only with the AC adapter included with your notebook.

Discharging

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Do not use the battery pack for any purpose other than powering the notebook computer.

Storage

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Store the battery pack in a cool and dry place. Never allow the temperature to exceed 60°C (140°F) during storage.

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Recharge the battery pack after storage, before use.

Lithium Battery Precautions

Caution

Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer’s instructions.

Attention

Il y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du même type ou d’un type équivalent recommandé par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du fabricant.

Vorsicht

Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßem Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einen vom Hersteller empfohlenen gleichwertigen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.

NOTE: See Chapter 3.

Modem Precautions

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Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.

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Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.

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Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface.

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Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.

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Avoid using the telephone function during a lightning storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning.

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Do not use the telephone function to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.

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About This Manual

Notice

Information in this manual is subject to change without notice and does not represent a commitment on the part of SHARP Corporation.

SHARP Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor for inciden t al o r co nsequential damages resulting from the furnishing, performance, or use of this material.

SHARP strongly recommends that separate permanent written records be kept of all important data. Data may be lost or altered in virtually any electronic memory product under certain circumstances. Therefore, SHARP assumes no responsibility for data lost or otherwise rendered unusable whether as a result of improper use, repairs, defects, battery replacement, use after the specified battery life has expired, or any other causes.

SHARP assumes no responsibility directly or indirectly, for financial losses or claims from third persons resulting from the use of this product and any of its functions, such as stolen credit card numbers, the loss of or alteration of stored data, etc.

Edition

1st Edition, November 1997.

© 1997 SHARP Corporation This document contains or refers t o proprieta ry information which i s protected b y copyright. All rights are reserved. Copying or other reproduction of this document is prohibited without the prior written permission of SHARP Corporation.

Trademarks

Pentium is a registered trademark, and MMX is a trade mark, of Intel Corporation. IBM and PS/2 are trademarks of International Business Machines Corporation. Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, a nd the Windows Logo are registered trademarks of Micros oft Corporation. Sound Blaster is a trademark of Creative Technology Ltd. TranXit is a trademark of P uma Technology. Profilink is a trademark of SYS Tech. CardWorks is a trademark of SystemSoft Corporation. Zip is a trademark of Iomega Corporation. All other brand and product names are trademarks or register ed trademarks of their respective holders.

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Recording Important Information

For future reference, please record the following information in the spaces provided below.

Model Number:

Serial Number:

BIOS Version

Number:

Date of

purchase:

Dealer’s Name:

Place of

purchase:

Password:

The serial number is printed on a sticker located on the bottom of the notebook. You will see the BIOS Version Number on the screen when you turn on the notebook (BIOS stands for Basic Input Output System).

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Manual Conventions

This manual uses a set of style conventions described below. Notes and Cautions are italicized with icons:

A note icon informs you of a special technique or information that may help you perform a task or better understand a process.

A caution icon alerts you to something that may cause problems or damage to hardware, software or data.

Key Labels on the Keyboard, when referred to in the instructions, are shown in boldface: Press Enter to continue.

When more than one key are pressed simultaneously, the key labels are separated by a plus (+) sign: Restart your notebook by pressing Ctrl+Alt+Delete.

When necessary, important key combinations are shown in graphics:

Sample Entries are shown in upper cases of different typeface. In the following case, press the Enter key after you type the command: C:\>DIR A: Enter

Words/Texts on Screen, such as window titles or possible parameters, are italicized: Double-click this icon to display the Power Properties window. Set the item to Enabled.

Screens reproduced in this manual may differ slightly from the screens you see on your notebook.

Section Titles in other parts of this manual are italicized:

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Refer to Infrared Communication section in Chapter 5.

Notice for Users in the USA .................................................................i

Notice for Users in Canada ................................................................. v

Notice for Users in Australia............................................................ viii

Notice for Users in the UK..................................................................ix

Notice for Users in Europe...................................................................x

Safety Precautions............................................................................ xiii

About This Manual ..........................................................................xvii

Recording Important Information .................................................. xviii

Manual Conventions .........................................................................xix

Table of Contents ..............................................................................xxi

Overview of Notebook................................................................... xxiii

Chapter 1: Quick Setup

Connecting to AC Power ................................................................. 1-1

Opening the Notebook ..................................................................... 1-2

Turning Power On............................................................................ 1-3

Setting up Windows 95 .................................................................... 1-4

Shutting Down the System............................................................... 1-5

Chapter 2: Basic Operations

Choosing Power Source ................................................................... 2-1

Resetting the System........................................................................ 2-2

Using Glide Pad ............................................................................... 2-3

Using Keyboard................................................................................ 2-5

Using Floppy Disks.......................................................................... 2-6

Using CD.......................................................................................... 2-8

Chapter 3: Battery and Power Management

Battery Pack ..................................................................................... 3-1

Power Management.......................................................................... 3-6

Chapter 4: Peripherals

Using Peripherals ............................................................................. 4-1

Display ............................................................................................. 4-2

Printer............................................................................................... 4-4

Keyboard / Mouse ............................................................................ 4-5

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Audio System....................................................................................4-6

RS-232C Device / USB Device ........................................................4-7

Chapter 5: Communication Functions

Infrared Communication...................................................................5-1

Modem (US and Canada only) .........................................................5-3

Chapter 6: Hardware Expansion

Expansion Bay ..................................................................................6-1

PC Cards ...........................................................................................6-2

Memory Module ...............................................................................6-5

Chapter 7: Security Features

Passwords..........................................................................................7-1

Security Slot......................................................................................7-3

Chapter 8: Setup Utility

Running the Setup Utility .................................................................8-1

Main menu ........................................................................................8-3

Advanced menu ................................................................................8-4

Security menu ...................................................................................8-5

Power menu ......................................................................................8-6

Exit menu..........................................................................................8-8

Appendixes

Maintenance and Care......................................................................A-1

Power-On Self Test.......................................................................... A-2

System Mapping ..............................................................................A-3

Troubleshooting

Index

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Overview of Notebook

Each number after an arrow indicates the page referring to the part. Actual appearance of your notebook may be slightly different according to the model.

Front

Microphone

LCD Screen → 4-2

Stereo Speakers Keyboard → 2-5

Glide Pad → 2-3

Indicators

CD-ROM Hard Disk Floppy Disk Num Lock Caps Lock Scroll Lock Drive Drive Drive

Battery Charge Battery Power AC Power

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Reset Switch → 2-2

Keybo ard Lock → 6-5

Left

Right

Ventilation Openings

( Do not cover )

Floppy Disk Dri ve → 2-6

CD-ROM Drive → 2-8

PC Card Slot s → 6-2

Video Output Jack → 4-2

External Micropho ne Jack → 4-6 Audio Input Jack

Audio Output Jack

Power Switch → 1-3

IR Port → 5-1

CD Tray Ejection Hole → T-6

CD Tray Ejection Bu tton→ 2-9

4-6

→

Security Slot

7-3

→

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Cooling Fan

( Do not cover )

Ventilation Openings

( Do not cover )

Volume Control

Battery Pack Modem Jack → 5-3

(US & Canad a only)

Rear

AC Adapter Jack → 1-1

Expansion Connector RS-232C Serial Port → 4-7 External Monito r Port → 4-2

Bottom

Parallel Port → 4-4

Leg

USB Port → 4-7

To improve ventilation, w e recommend that you tilt the notebook by extending its legs. Raised keyboard also eases typing.

Keyboard/mouse Port → 4-5

Ventilation Openings

( Do not cover )

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CHAPTER 1

Quick Setup

Your notebook is designed and pre-configured for easy setup and use. This chapter describes the steps to get your notebook up and running as quickly as possible. Read this chapter first.

Connecting to AC Power

Your notebook is powered with either the rechargeable battery or AC power. See the next chapter for more information on power sources. Before using the notebook for the first time:

1. Make sure the notebook is turned off.

2. Plug the adapter cable into the notebook’s AC adapter jack.

3. Plug the AC power cord into the AC adapter.

• Always use the AC adapter included with the notebook. Using other

AC adapters may damage the notebook.

• Always hold the AC power cord by its plug when removing it from the

wall outlet. Never pull on the cord.

4. Plug the AC power cord into a wall outlet.

To Wall Outlet

1-1

Opening the Notebook

1. Slide the display lock latch until the screen cover releases, and raise the cover.

2. Tilt the cover to a comfortable viewing position.

1-2

Turning Power On

1. Make sure your notebook is connected to AC Power.

When using the notebook for the first time, be sure to connect it to AC power. If using the battery instead, you may not be able to complete the Windows 95 setup when the battery does not have enough power.

2. Press the power switch for about two seconds.

Power indicator

Power Switch

When you turn on the notebook, the power indicator ( goes through a self test to detect any problems, and Windows 95 starts. When using the notebook for the first time, a dialog box called the Windows 95 Setup Wizard appears to guide you through the Windows 95 setup. See the next page.

) turns green, the notebook

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Setting up Windows 95

The first steps in the setup process are as follows:

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Gathering information

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Configuring your computer

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Restarting your computer

To set up Windows 95, follow the instructions on the screen. See also the Windows 95 manual. It takes approximately 20 minutes to complete the entire setup process.

Do not turn off the notebook until completing Windows 95 setup. If you turn off, you cannot set up Windows 95 later.

SHARP Original Wallpaper

After setting up Windows 95, you can set the SHARP original wallpaper (background of the display).

1. Double-click the Click me to set up SHARP Wallpaper icon in the upper right corner of the screen.

2. When the message appears, click OK. The SHARP original wallpaper is displayed on the screen.

Properties Dialog Box of Windows

In the instructions in this manual, you will often see the expression “XXX Properties dialog box.” A dialog box is a window containing text boxes, check boxes, buttons, etc., with which you can send commands to Windows 95 or other application programs. To open the properties dialog boxes, click the Start button, select Settings

- Control Panel and double-click the XXX icon. Among the dialog boxes you often

use are:

• Display

• Modems

• Mouse

• PC Card

• Power

• System

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Shutting Down the System

To turn off the notebook:

1. From the Start menu, select Shut Down.

2. Click Yes or OK, and the notebook turns off automatically.

If you have not saved a file, a dialog box will appear asking if you want to save it or not.

• Do not turn off the notebook by pressing the power switch. Data may

be lost or damaged.

• Do not turn off or reset the notebook while the hard disk, floppy disk drive, or CD-ROM drive indicators are lit. Doing so may damage or even wipe out the data.

• To protect the screen, always close the screen cover while the notebook is off.

• Before turning it back on, wait at least 10 seconds after turning off the notebook. Turning the power off and on in rapid succession can damage the notebook’s electrical circuitry.

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CHAPTER 2

Basic Operations

This chapter describes the basic operations of your notebook.

Choosing Power Source

You can use the notebook with one of the following power sources:

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AC power from a wall outlet Use AC power whenever possible; rely on the battery pack only when AC power is not available.

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Rechargeable battery pack When your notebook is shipped, the battery pack is not installed. See Chapter 3 for battery installation.

About the Power Indicators

The power indicators show the power status of your notebook.

Indicator Light Meaning

Battery charge On (green) Fully charged

On (orange) Being charged

Blinking (orange) In abnormal state

On and blinking

(red)

Battery power On (green) Operating with the battery power

Blinking (green) Suspended to RAM (when using b attery)

AC power On (green) Operating with the AC power

Blinking (green) Suspended to RAM (when using AC power)

For more information on Suspend to RAM, see Chapter 3.

Almost completely discharged. The warning beep sounds.

Using the AC Ada pter

When connected to a wall outlet, the AC adapter provides power for operation or charges the battery. The AC input voltage can range from 100 to 240 volts so that you can use the notebook with the appropriate plug adapter.

The AC power cord included with the notebook is appropriate for the voltage used in the area in which you purchased your notebook. If you attempt to connect the notebook to a wall outlet other than in this area, check the voltage of the outlet and use an AC power cord appropriate for the outlet. Consult local service staff if you are u nsure.

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Resetting the System

You may need to reset the system after adding hardware or software so that your notebook will recognize the newly installed devices or software. When the message appears after the installation, click OK, Yes, etc. to restart Windows 95. You can also restart Windows 95 from the Start menu. Select Shut down; then,

Restart the computer?.

Warm Boot

If the system is locked up because of a software problem, you can reset or reboot the system by pressing the Ctrl+Alt+Del keys simultaneously. Press the Ctrl+Alt+Del keys again to restart the notebook.

Resetting may cause data loss. Use the software reset only if the normal Windows 95 Shut Down does not work because of software malfunction. Although resetting will not damage the system, you may lose the data you are processing.

Power Switch

You can turn off the notebook with the power switch if you encounter hardware or software problems which lock up the system. If you cannot turn off the notebook by pressing the power switch once, keep pressing it for more than five seconds.

Reset Switch

If you cannot turn off the notebook by keep pressing the power switch for more than five seconds, you can use the reset switch on the right side of your notebook. To reset the system, insert a fine rod into the small hole of the reset switch.

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Using Glide Pad

Your notebook is equipped with an integrated pointing device called a glide pad. Using the glide pad, you can move the pointer, select an item from a menu, and perform other tasks in the same way you would with a mouse.

Do not hit or scratch the surface of the glide pad with pointed objects

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(such as a ballpoint pen). Do not operate the glide pad with a moist finger. This may cause the

•

glide pad to operate incorrectly.

Using the glide pad

Take a moment to become familiar with how the glide pad works.

Place Your Fingertip

Place your left or right hand next to the glide pad, resting your wrist naturally in a relaxed manner. Place your thumb or finger on the glide pad.

Move Your Fingertip

The rectangul ar pad of the gli de pad acts li ke a miniature duplic ate of the display. As you slide your fingertip across the pad, the pointer on the screen moves in the same direction across the screen. The glide pad is very sensitive, so you do not have to exert a lot of pressure on the pad. The glide pad will respond to a light touch from your fingertip.

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Click, Double-click, and Right-click

To click, double-click, or right-click, you can use the left or right button just like those of a mouse. Instead of clicking by pressing the left button, you can just tap gently anywhere on the recta ngul ar pad. For double-clic ki ng, tap twice gently or tap with two fingers. For right-clicking, tap with three fingers.

Drag and Drop

You can move icons or windows by using “drag and drop” with one of procedures below:

1. Position the pointer over the object such as an icon or window.

2. Using two fingers, move the pointer. If your fingers stop at the end of the pad, keep touching the pad. The object moves together with the pointer.

3. When the object reaches its destination, detach your fingers from the pad.

1. Position the pointer over the object.

2. Press the left button; do not release it.

3. Holding down the button, move the pointer. The object moves together with the pointer.

4. Release the button when the object reaches its destination.

1. Position the pointer over the object.

2. Gently tap twice on the pad.

3. On the second tap, keep your finger in contact with the pad.

4. Keep touching the pad, move the finger. The object move s t ogether.

5. When the object reaches its destination, detach your finger from the pad.

Changing the Configuration

In the Mouse Properties dialog box, you can change the configuration of the glide pad, such as swapping left and right buttons, changing the pointer size, etc.

If you swap the left and right buttons, “tapping” on the glide pad as

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an alternative method of pressing the left button will no longer function. If you prefer to use a mouse and turn off the glide pad, you can

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disable the glide pad in the Setup Utility. See also Chapter 4.

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Using Keyboard

Your notebook, equipped with the Windows Enhanced Keyboard, provides all the functionality of a full-sized desktop keyboard.

Windows Logo Keys

Opens the Windows Start menu.

Opens an application-specific short-cut menu equivalent to rightclicking.

System Function Keys

When pressed together with the Fn key, function keys set specific system parameters. This combination is sometimes referred to as “hot keys”.

Switches the display output between the LCD screen, TV and external monitor (if connected). See the Display section in chapter 4 for details.

Decreases the LCD screen brightness.

Increases the LCD screen brightness.

Turns the screen backlight on and off.

Puts the notebook in suspend mode (to RAM or to Disk, according to the setup selection). See also Chapter 3.

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Using Floppy Disks

You can use double-density (2DD) 720KB or high-density (2HD) 1.44MB floppy disks.

Handling Floppy Disks

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Do not open the shutter and touch the disk inside; otherwise, you will not be able to read or write data to the disk.

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Do not place floppy disks near magnets or heat source, in direct sunlight or in a dusty place, etc.

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Do not leave floppy disks on the built-in speakers; the magnets inside the speakers may destroy data in the disks.

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Never subject a disk to sudden shocks or extreme vibration. Do not drop, bend, or place heavy objects on a disk.

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Do not spill liquid onto the disk.

Inserting and Removing a Floppy Disk

Inserting

Hold the floppy disk with the arrow facing up and towards the drive. Slide the disk into the drive until it clicks into place. When you set the floppy disk correctly, the eject button pops out.

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Arrow

Always insert a floppy disk straight into the notebook.

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When inserting the disk, make sure it is not upside down.

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Do not use excessive force when inserting the floppy disk. If you have

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difficulty inserting or removing disks, seek the a ssistance of an authorized service technician.

Removing

Before removing the floppy disk, make sure the floppy disk drive indicator (on the front panel or on the right side) is not lit.

Press the eject button firmly. The disk will pop out slightly. Remove it and store it properly.

Eject Button

Formatting a Floppy Disk

1. Make sure the floppy disk is not write-protected, and insert it into the floppy disk drive.

2. Double-click My Computer on the desktop.

3. Click 3 ½ Floppy [A:]. From the File menu, select Format.

4. From the capacity drop-down list, select 1.44MB or 720KB.

5. Click Start to start formatting.

When you format a floppy disk, all data previously stored on the disk is lost.

Backing Up Data

We recommend that you regularly backup the data on your hard disk dri ve. Windows 95 has a backup function you can use to back up your d ata. See Windows 95 Help for the detail.

Backup method may differ depending on software in use.

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An optional Zip drive will be helpful to back up large amount of data.

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Using CD

Compact disc (CD) is a storage medium you can use to read data, play music, install and run programs, etc.

Handling CDs

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Do not write on either side of the disc, particularly the non-label side. Data is read from the non-label side. Do not mark this surface.

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Keep your discs away from direct sunlight, heat and excessive moisture.

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Always hold a CD by its edge. Fingerprints, dirt or water on the CD can cause noise or mistracking. If a CD is dirty or does not play properly, clean it with a soft, dry cloth, wiping straight out from the center, along the radius.

Inserting a CD

You can operate the CD-ROM drive only when the notebook is on.

1. Make sure the CD-ROM drive indicator is not lit (it is supposed to blink periodically because of Windows Auto Play function).

2. Press the eject button gently to open the CD tray slightly.

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Eject Button

3. Gently pull out the tray.

4. Place your CD, label side up, on the tray.

5. Slightly press the center of the CD until it clicks into place.

6. Make sure the CD is correctly inserted into the tray, then gently push the CD tray back into the notebook. It will take about five seconds for the CD to be recognized.

When inserting a CD, do not use force.

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Do not leave the CD tray open. Also, avoid touching the lens in the

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tray. If the lens becomes dirty, the CD-ROM may malfunction. Do not wipe the lens with materials with rough surface (such as paper

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towels). Instead, use a cotton swab to gently wipe the lens.

FDA regulations require the following statement for all laser-based devices:

“Caution, Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.”

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Operating the CD

You can operate the CD using Sharp Player (not available in US & Canada), a software application which comes with your notebook.

If audio or video files on a CD do not run smoothly, try one of the procedures below:

In the Power menu of the Setup Utility, disable Power Management Function.

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In the Power Properties dialog box, uncheck the item Allow Windows to manage

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power use on this computer.

Removing a CD

1. Make sure the CD-ROM drive indicator is not lit.

2. Press the eject button to open the CD tray slightly.

3. Gently pull out the tray.

4. Remove the CD from the tray.

5. Gently push the CD tray back into the notebook.

The CD-ROM drive indicator may blink while no CD is in the drive.

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This is due to the Auto Play function of Windows 95. The CD-ROM drive of your notebook does not support the use of CD-

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ReWritable technology. You cannot write to a CD-RW.

If the CD tray fails to open, turn off the notebook and insert a fine rod such as a pen tip or paper clip into the CD tray ejection hole on the right side of your notebook.

When opening the CD tray, if the CD is still spin ning, wait until it has

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stopped, then remove it. Do not remove the CD if the CD-ROM indicator LED is still lit;

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otherwise, the notebook may malfunction. Maximum output and wavelength of the laser: 4.3mW, 780nm

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CHAPTER 3

Battery and Power Management

This chapter explains how to manage the notebook’s power effectively and use optional battery packs.

Battery Pack

When not connected to an external power source, your notebook operates with the rechargeable battery pack. The duration of the battery life may be longer if the notebook’s Power Management is active. See the next section for the power management.

To keep the battery life long:

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Initialize the battery pack especially when the difference between battery power remaining and the actual operating time is too large.

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Turn off your notebook when you are not using it.

The duration a battery charge will last will depend on the notebook

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usage. Applications which heavily use the peripherals, like the floppy disk or the CD-ROM drive, will experience shorter power on time. When the battery is not charged, your notebook may not operate

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properly. Connect the AC adapter to charge the battery. If you see an error message in the booting time, press F2 to open the

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Setup Utility. Following the instructions in Chapter 8, set the Setup Utility and restart the system. When using the notebook for hours with the battery pack, enable the

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power management and set the suspend-to-disk mode. Refer to the Power Management section in this chapter and the Power section in Chapter 8.

Installing the Battery Pack

When using the battery pack for the first time, install it with the following steps.

1. Turn off the notebook and remove the AC adapter.

2. Close the screen cover and turn the notebook upside down on a flat place.

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3. Slide the battery cover lock latch and remove the battery cover.

Battery Cover lock latch

Battery Cover

4. Install the battery pack included with your notebook and replace the cover.

Checking the Battery Level

You can check the battery level with the fuel gauge on the battery pack or in the

Power Properties dialog box in Windows.

Double-clicking the battery or AC plug icon on the taskbar shows the

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battery power remaining. The battery power remaining is an approximate figure. The remaining

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operating time expected may be different from the actual remaining time, depending on the use of the notebook. If the the difference is too large, initialize the battery pack as per procedure on page 3-4.

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Low Battery Indication

When the battery power becomes significantly low, the battery charge indicator turns red and the warning beep sounds. Save your data and turn off the notebook, or connect the notebook to a wall outlet immediately. If you do not connect to AC power, the notebook will enter the suspend-to-disk mode and will store the contents of the memory in the suspend-to-disk partition. When your notebook suspends, do not turn on the notebook before connecting to a wall outlet or installing a fully charged battery.

Even if you set Suspend Mode to Suspend to RAM in the Power menu of the Setup Utility, the notebook will be suspended to disk in case of low battery power.

The remaining operating time depends on the power you are consuming. If you are using the audio system, PC card slot or hard and floppy disk drives, your notebook may consume more battery life.

See also the section on power management in this chapter.

Charging the Battery

1. Turn off the notebook.

2. Connect the AC adapter to the notebook.

3. Wait until the battery is fully charged. While the battery is being charged, the battery charge indicator is orange.

4. When the battery is fully charged, the battery charge indicator turns green. Charging time may vary according to the status of the notebook.

As a precaution, when operated for a long time, the notebook will stop charging the battery automatically when it gets too hot. This will also cause the battery charge indicator to go off. When the temperature is low again, the system resumes charging the battery.

When the battery is hot(for example, after long use), it may take longer to fully charge the battery.

)

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Initializing the Battery Pack

You need to initialize the battery pack:

z When the difference between the remaining operating time expected and the

actual remaining time is too large

z Before you use an optional battery pack for the first time

1. Turn on the notebook.

2. When the message Press <F2> to enter Setup Utility appears, press F2 to open the Setup Utility.

3. Disconnect the AC adapter, and leave the notebook until the battery is completely discharged and the system shuts down automatically. It will take about two and half hours.

4. Connect the notebook to the AC adapter and wait until the battery is fully charged. The battery charge indicator turns green. It will take about three hours.

5. Repeat the above steps 2-4.

Do not connect the notebook to wall outlet while discharging the

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battery. The initialization will be cancelled. You cannot initialize two battery packs at the same time.

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Changing the Battery Pack

The capacity of a battery pack gradually decreases when used repeatedly (the deterioration rate depends on the operating temperature and environment). If the battery life becomes extremely short even after the initialization, you should change the battery pack. Before using a new battery pack, initialize it. Note that your local area may have rules concerning battery disposal.

Before installing or uninstalling the battery pack, turn off your

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notebook. Failure to do so may cause systematic malfunction or result in loss of data. Incorrect installation of the battery is dangerous. Replace the battery

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only with Sharp's optional battery packs. Discard used batteries according to the dealer's instructions and the proper disposal methods for your area.

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Use an appropriate battery pack.

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To initialize the optional battery pack, replace it with the standard one

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(see the next section). You cannot initialize a battery in the expansion bay. The procedure for recharging an optional battery pack is the same as

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the standard battery. If you have installed both batteries, the standard battery is charged first; then, the optional battery in the expansion bay is charged. You can check the battery level of the optional battery pack in the

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Windows 95. However, the remaining operation time expected is total of the standard battery and the optional battery. When using the optional battery as the second battery, insert it into the

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expansion bay as it is. You do not have to take it out from the case.

1. Untighten the screws on the cover of the battery case and remove the new battery pack.

2. Draw out the old battery pack by the strip of cloth and install the new battery pack with the procedure on page 3-1 and 3-2.

Backup battery

In addition to the main battery, your notebook contains a backup battery to save information in the Setup Utility (See Chapter 8). If your notebook begins to lose its time and date setting, bring it to a local dealer for replacement of this backup battery.

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Power Management

The power management saves electricity and extends battery life by controlling power supply to built-in devices. Your notebook provides two types of power management: Windows power management and BIOS (Basic Input Output System) power management. Only one type can be implemented at a time. Your notebook is controlled by the power management in which the time set is shorter.

Windows Power Management

To Stop Power Supply to the Hard Disk

1. In the Power Properties dialog box, check the item Allow Windows to manage power use on this computer.

2. Select Disk Drive, set the power management, and click OK.

When using communication software or if sound or voice pauses or skips while played back, disable the Windows power management.

To Stop/control Power Supply to the Display

1. In the Display Properties dialog box, select Screen Saver.

2. Set the items in Energy saving features of monitor, and click OK.

The above procedure is also effective on an external monitor complied with power management. Note that the power management may not seem to function in the following conditions:

When you are using an application program that accesses the hard disk

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periodically When the IR monitor is available (refer to Chapter 5)

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When the USB port is enabled (refer to Chapter 4)

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When Windows auto insert notification of CD is functioning

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To determine if auto insert notification is functioning:

1. In the System Properties dialog box, select Device Manager.

2. Double-click CD-ROM; then, MATSHITA UJDA110.

3. Select Settings. You can see whether Auto insert notification is checked.

4. Click OK twice.

BIOS Power Management

The BIOS power management includes three features. These power management features are controlled by settings in the Setup Utility.

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Hard Disk Timeout Stops the power supply to the hard disk after a specified length of time.

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Video Timeout Stops the power supply to the display after a specified length of time.

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Suspends Modes Stores the current work in progress in either memory or the hard disk and stops the power supply. See the next subsection for the details.

Suspend Modes

The BIOS power management contains two types of suspend modes: suspend-toRAM mode and suspend-to-disk mode. You can define which suspend mode the system enters in what conditions in the Setup Utility.

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Suspend-to-RAM mode Stores the current condition in the RAM and stops power supply to all but a few essential components. Your system enters and resumes from the suspend-to-RAM mode in the condition mentioned below. In the suspend to RAM, the AC power indicator or the battery power indicator blinks green.

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Suspend-to-disk mode Saves the current condition in an area of hard disk, which is called “suspend-todisk partition,” and turns off the notebook. Your system enters and resumes from the suspend-to-disk mode in the condition mentioned below.

Before suspending the system

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Finish communications, printing, and playing music or video.

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Activate the Windows power management following the procedure on page 3-6.

Entering the suspend mode

Your notebook enters a suspend mode in each of the following cases:

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The specified time in Auto Suspend in the Setup Utility has passed without any operation

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You select Suspend in the Start menu

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You press the power switch when the item Power Switch Function is set as Suspend/Resume in the Setup Utility.

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You press Fn+F12

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The screen cover is closed

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The battery level is low (always suspended to disk)

Your notebook resumes from the suspend-to-RAM mode in each of the following cases:

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You press any key

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The screen cover is open

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The modem receives a call (in US and Canada only)

To resume your system by a phone call, enable the item Resume on Modem Ring in the Power menu of the Setup Utility.

Your notebook resumes from the suspend-to-disk mode by pressing the power switch. The system restores the exact state as it was when entering the suspend mode. If the notebook enters the suspend mode by low battery power, however, you have to connect the notebook to AC power first. Suspend to Disk is useful when you want to turn off the notebook and reopen the same windows after turning it on.

If your battery becomes completely discharged during Suspend to

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RAM, you will lose unsaved data and will need to reboot your notebook. Therefore, if you are planning to leave your notebook suspended for long periods of time, we recommend Suspend to Disk. When the system enters or resumes from suspend-to-disk mode, you can

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see some flicker on the display. However, this is not a malfunction. If sufficient battery power does not remain, your notebook will not

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resume from a suspend mode. To resume it from a suspend mode, connect the notebook to the wall outlet. If a PC card does not work properly after your notebook resumes from

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the Suspend to Disk, restart the notebook.

When entering or resuming from a suspended mode, be sure to observe the following precautions. Otherwise, the notebook may not operate correctly after the notebook has resumed from the suspend mode.

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Do not turn off the notebook when the system is suspended to RAM.

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The RAM contents will be lost. Do not operate the keyboard, glide pad or mouse in the process of

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entering or resuming from the suspended mode.

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CHAPTER 4

Peripherals

This chapter describes how to use peripheral devices with your notebook. You can connect a printer, external monitor, external keyboard, mouse, or any other device to the parallel, RS-232C serial, USB or keyboard/mouse ports. To ensure proper use, be sure to read the instructions for each peripheral device before connecting it to your notebook.

Using Peripherals

You can use the following peripheral devices. For the details, refer to the section explaining each device, and contact your dealer.

• Be sure to turn off the notebook and the peripheral device before

connecting them.

• Some devices have to be turned on after the notebook is turned on.

• Some devices require that you intall drivers before use.

Video equipment

Audio equipment

Microphone

Docking Station

USB device

Audio equipment

Printer

RS-232C device

Mouse

Keyboard

CRT monitor

Connecting Peripheral Device

1. Turn off the notebook and the peripheral device.

2. Open the connector cover on the rear side of the notebook if necessary.

3. Connect the peripheral device to the notebook. If the connector has screws, tighten them.

4. Turn on the peripheral device; then, turn on the notebook.

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Display

You can use a CRT monitor or a TV set as an external monitor. To display images on the CRT and LCD simultaneously, use a model with 1024x768 / 800x600 or higher resolution.

• Some CRTs, which are not compliant with your notebook, may not

display correctly.

• In this section, you often see the expression “Display Properties dialog

box.” To open the dialog box, double-click My Computer - Control Panel - Display.

Displaying the Screen on an External Monitor

You can display the screen on a CRT monitor, an external LCD or a TV set. To display the screen on a TV set, connect the TV set to the video output jack of your notebook.

1. In the Display Properties dialog box, select Settings; then, Advanced Properties.

2. Select Change; then, Show all devices.

3. Select the manufacturer and the model.

4. Close the dialog box, following the instructions on the screen.

Standards for TV signals vary from area to area. If you are unable to display images on your TV properly, try changing the TV standard in the Main menu of the Setup Utility.

Switching the Display

1. In the Display Properties dialog box, select Display Device.

2. Select the displa y. Although a warning message appears, it is not a problem.

3. Click OK twice.

• Although you can switch the display with Fn+F5, use the above

procedure in a normal use.

• While playing video or animation, you may not be able to switch the

display.

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Changing Resolution and Number of Colors

When shipped, your notebook has the default resolution and color. To change the resolution and the number of colors:

1. In the Display Properties dialog box, select Settings.

2. Select the number of the colors in the Color palette, and select the resolution in

Desktop area. Refer to the table below.

3. Click OK twice.

Resolutions and Colors you can choose

Resolution LCD CRT

640 x 480 256

800 x 600 256

1024 x 768 256

1280 x 1024 not available 256 not available not

1600 x 1200 not available 256 not available not

64K 16M∗

64K

not available for 800 x 600 model

* The number of colors in this mode is made using a Dithering algorithm.

• Note that the above resolutions are ones that you can choos e when you

connect a monitor with appropri ate res oluti on. It does not m ean you can connect a monitor with lower resolution.

• If you set the resolution to 640x480 or 800x600, the display may appear

small in the center of the screen. Check Screen Expansion on Flat Panel in the Display Properties dialog box. However, it does not work when in the True Color mode.

• You cannot switch to a display resoluti on and colors that ar e not availabl e.

• In the Color Palette, High Color (16 bit ) me ans 65,536 ( 64K) colors , and

True Color (24 bit) means about 16,770,000 ( 16M) colors .

• If you select True Color in the Color Palette,

* The drawing speed of screen is decreased, * The screen seems corrupted w hen displayi ng video or ani mation, and * The screen cannot display when you use a ZV por t compli ant PC car d.

• The 800x600 model may not be available in some count ries .

Number of Colors

Simultaneous Display

256 64K 16M

256 64K

16M∗ 256 64K

(LCD & CRT)

not available for 800 x 600 model

256 64K 16M

not available

available

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Printer

Before using a printer, read the printer manual.

Setting the Setup Utility

In the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility, set the LPT Port: to Auto or Enabled. Also set the Mode: referring to your printer manua l.

Installing a Printer Driver

To use a printer, you need to install the printer driver.

1. From the Start menu, select Settings - Printers.

2. Double-click Add Printer. The Add Printer Wizard appears.

3. Click Next.

4. Select the manufacturer and the printer, and click Next. If you cannot find the

5. Select LPT1 and click Next.

6. Make sure the printer name is correct, and click Next.

7. Decide whether to print a test page, and click Finish. Before printing a test

model name of your printer, you have to install the printer driver included with your printer. See your printer manual for details.

page, make sure the printer is ready.

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Keyboard / Mouse

You can use a full size desktop keyboard or external mouse with your notebook. The ways of connecting a PS/2 mouse and a serial mouse are slightly different.

Never connect or disconnect the devices to the keyboard/mouse port when the notebook is powered on. This may cause the notebook to operate improperly.

Using a PS/2 Mouse

You have only to connect the mouse to the keyboard/mouse port of your notebook.

Using a Serial Mouse

Connect the serial mouse to the RS-232C serial port. When starting the system, set the item Serial Port: to Auto or Enabled in the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility. When using the serial mouse for the first time, double-click the Add New Hardware icon in the Control Panel and follow the instructions on the screen.

If the serial mouse you have connected does not operate appropriately:

1. Press the Windows logo key, select Settings with arrow keys and press

2. Select Control Panel, and press

3. Select Mouse, and press

4. Pressing

5. Pressing

6. Select the manufacturer and model name with the arrow key, make sure the OK

button is highlighted and press

7. Pressing

8. Make sure Yes is highlighted, and pre ss

To use a mouse and an external keyboard simultaneously

Connect the keyboard to the keyboard/mouse port, and connect the mouse to the serial port.

Ctrl + Tab Tab

Tab

• When the serial mouse is active, you cannot use the glide pad nor a

PS/2 mouse.

• You can turn off the glide pad by disabling Internal Pointing Device

in the Advanced menu o f th e Setup Utility.

• You may not be able to use an IntelliMouse ™ and the glide pad

simultaneously.

, select the General tab.

, select Change, and press

, select Close, and press

Enter

. The notebook restarts.

Enter

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Audio System

Using an ordinary audio cable, you can input/output sound from radio or external microphone or to speakers or a headphone.

Connecting audio equipment

1. Turn off the notebook and any connected peripherals.

2. Use the following audio cable for the connection:

To output the notebook’s audio signa l to audio equipment:

Audio Equipment

Red

LINE IN (R)

White

LINE IN (L)

Black

To input an audio signal from audio equipment to the notebook:

Audio Equipment

LINE OUT (R)

Red

White

LINE OUT (L)

Black

3. T urn on the notebook.

• When using the audio output jack, you cannot use the built-in

speakers.

• You can adjust the volume in Windows 95 by clicking the speaker icon

in the taskbar or with the volume control dial on the left side of your notebook.

• When using an external microphone, you cannot use the built-in

microphone

Turn on/off 3D sound

1. Click the icon of the 3D sound indicator

on the taskbar.

2. Check/uncheck 3D effect.

Notebook

Audio Output Jack

Notebook

Audio Input Jack

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RS-232C Device / USB Device

RS-232C Device

You can use RS-232C devices, such as a modem, a terminal adapter, or a MIDI device with your notebook. To use a RS-232C device, set the item Serial Port: to Auto or Enabled in the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility. See each manual before using the device.

USB Device

Your notebook has a new interface called Universal Serial Bus (USB). With USB, you can connect/disconnect the peripherals without turning off the notebook. See also manuals of peripheral devices supporting USB.

To Use a USB-supporting Device

1. In the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility, enable the USB port.

2. In the System Properties dialog box, select Device Manager.

3. If you find + mark at Universal serial bus co ntroller, click the mark. If you

find - mark, go on to the next step.

4. Double-click Standard Universal PCI to USB Universal Host Controller.

5. Uncheck Disable in this hardware profile.

6. Click OK.

It is not guaranteed that all USB devices in future will operate correctly.

After using the USB port, check Disable in this hardware profile in the above step 5, and disable the USP port in the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility. If you continue the operation without using the USB port in the above settings, the system may not function properly.

To use USB-supporting device and a PC card simultaneously

In the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility, disable one of Serial Port, IR Port, LPT Port, Modem or Sound. You cannot use the port you set to Disabled.

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CHAPTER 5

Communication Functions

This chapter explains how to use infrared communications and the built-in modem (available only in US & Canada).

Infrared Communication

Using the IR (infrared) port located on the right side of your notebook, you can communicate wirelessly with infrared-equipped devices such as electronic organizers, computers or printers. To establish infrared communication, follow the instructions below. See the manual or online help of each application for the details.

Positioning and Preparing the Notebook and the Target Device

1. Put your notebook on a flat surface.

2. Place the target device so that its IR port is in line with that of the notebook.

3. Adjust the distance between the IR ports to less than 20 inches (50 cm).

When using a Sharp electronic organizer, make sure the two IR ports are within 3.2 inches (8 cm) apart.

Setting for Infrared Communication

1. In the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility, make sure the Mode of IR Port is

IrDA.

2. In the Power menu, disable Power Management Function.

3. After the notebook restarts, open the Power Properties dialog box, and uncheck

Allow Windows to manage power use on this computer.

4. In the Infrared Monitor dialog box in the Control Panel, select Options and

enable infrared communication.

During the infrared communication:

• Do not move the notebook and the other IR device.

• Do not enter a suspend mode.

• Do not use a cellular phone or another IR device near the notebook.

• Avoid strong light such as sunlight or fluorescent light.

Setting for Each Application

The settings for each communications application are shown as on the next page; however, most of them are automatically done.

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Communications software IR Mode

TranXit IrDA COM2 Disabled Disabled

Zrlink (not available in US and Germany) ASK COM2 COM4

Profilink (only in Germany) ASK COM2 COM4

Windows 95 Communications software

(Direct Cable Connection, etc.)

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IR Mode Your notebook supports two available IR modes: IrDA (Infrared Data Association) and ASK (Amplitude Shift Keying). Each application automatically selects the appropriate IR mode.

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Physical Port The physical port for each application except TranXit is automatically set. The physical port for TranXit is set when you install it.

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Logical Port To use TranXit, open the Infrared Monitor dialog box, select Options and

uncheck Enable infrared communication on:. After using TranXit, enable the logical port. To use Zrlink, set the port to COM4 in the application.

SHARP IR Icon

Physical

Port

IrDA COM2 COM4 COM5

Logical Port

(US & Canada)

Logical Port

(other countries)

For IrDA communication, your notebook is continuously emitting infrared rays to search for other IR devices. If necessary, you can temporally disable this emission.

1. From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.

2. Double-click the SHARP IR icon.

3. Turn off the infrared communication, and click OK.

Other Communications software

For some software, you may have to change the assignment of the logical port:

1. In the SHARP IR dialog box, select Ports.

2. Change the settings, and click OK.

3. When the message You have changed the infrared communication port appears, click OK.

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Modem (US and Canada only)

You can use the built-in modem for data transfer, fax communication and voice communication.

• The built-in modem of your notebook is only for regular analog telephone line. The modem may be damaged when connected to a digital ISDN terminal or a digital PBX.

• If an unusual device is attached to the line you are connecting, the modem may not function properly. Remove the device or contact the dealer of the device.

• Before connecting to a PBX, consult the PBX maintenance staff or its service company. If the electric characteristics of your PBX are different from those of regular analog line, the modem will not function properly. If you connect the modem to a digital PBX, both the modem and the PBX may be damaged.

Connecting the Modem to a Telephone Line

1. Turn off your notebook.

2. Connect the end near the core of the included modem cable to the modem jack on the left side of your notebook.

3. Connect the other end of the cable to the telephone line.

4. Turn on the notebook.

Telephone Line

Connect the modem to the telephone line directly. Do not use a distributor or allotter.

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Disabling Power Management

To use communication software, you have to disable power management:

1. In the Power menu of the Setup Utility, disable Power Management Function.

2. In the Power Properties dialog box, uncheck Allow Windows to manage power use on this computer.

Setting Communication Information

1. In the Modems Properties dialog box, select Dialing Properties.

2. Set each item, following the instructions on the screen.

Setting Communications Software

1. Within the communications software you are using, set the COM port of the built-in modem to COM1 if you have not changed the settings in the Advanced menu of the Setup Utility.

2. Set parameters such as modem speed (baud rate) and line type (pulse dialing or tone dialing).

• See also the manual or online help of the software.

• Do not enter suspend mode while using communications software.

• The communication speed may vary depending on the traffic, local

telecommunications infrastructure, and ISP(Internet Service Provider) infrastructure.

• During the fax communication, it is recommended that you exit other

application programs.

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CHAPTER 6

Hardware Expansion

This chapter describes how to use expansion bay, PC cards or increase memory of the notebook.

Expansion Bay

You can install the following units in the expansion bay:

z Floppy disk drive z Optional battery pack (optional) z Zip drive (optional)

Changing Units

• Be sure to turn off the notebook before changing units, or the notebook

may malfunction.

• A unit may become hot after long use. Be careful when changing it.

1. Turn off the notebook and remove the AC adapter and all peripheral devices.

2. Turn the notebook upside down on a flat surface.

3. Slide the unit lock latch and remove the unit from the bay.

4. Insert the other unit until you hear a click.

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PC Cards

Your notebook is equipped with two PC card (PCMCIA) slots, which can accommodate two Type II or one Type III card(s). Before inserting a PC card into your notebook, see its manual.

Inserting PC Cards

You can insert/eject PC cards in the same way as floppy disks.

Type II Type III ZV-port compliant CardBus compliant Upper Lower

1. Open the PC card slot cover on the left side of your notebook.

2. Insert the card into the appropriate slot with the label face up until it locks into place. (You do not have to power off the notebook to handle PC cards when

using Windows 95). The PC card eject button pops out.

PC Card Slot Compatibility

N/A N/A

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Insert the card correctly

When the card is correctly inserted, the appropriate driver is automatically installed. If the card is not installed correctly, you will hear a warning beep. In this case, install the PC card driver by following the instructions on the screen.

When Using Two PC Cards

To use two PC cards at the same time, you may have to open an IRQ (Interrupt Request). You can open an IRQ by disabling one of the following items in the

Advanced menu of the Setup Utility: Serial Port, IR Port, LPT Port, Modem or Sound. You cannot use the port when it is disabled.

The IRQ is a signal to allow an input or output device to interrupt the CPU. In some cases an IRQ number is assigned to one device; in other cases an IRQ number is assigned to more than one device.

Ejecting PC Cards

• Some PC cards may become hot after long use.

• Be sure to use the procedure below when ejecting a PC card. If not,

the system may not work properly.

1. In the PC Card Properties dialog box, click the icon of the PC card you want to eject.

2. Click Stop.

3. When the message prompts you to eject the card, click OK.

4. Gently push in the PC card eject button. The PC card will be pushed out slightly.

5. Remove the card, and close the slot cover.

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ZV-Port Compliant PC Card

To use a ZV-port compliant PC Card, you need to install PhoenixCard Manager 95. When not using ZV-port compliant PC Cards, uninstall it.

• Do not use a MIDI device together with a ZV-port compliant card. If

so, the system will not work correctly.

• When not using a ZV-port compliant card, uninstall PhoenixCard Manager 95. If it is installed, card services in Windows 95 may not work properly.

When using ZV-port compliant card

1. In the Add/Remove Programs Properties dialog box, select Install….

2. Insert the Product Recovery CD in the CD-ROM drive, and click Next.

3. Type:

R:\PCCARD95\DISK1\SETUP and click Finish.

4. Install PhoenixCard Manager 95, following the instructions on the screen.

5. Restart the notebook after installation.

When not using ZV-port compliant card

1. In the Add/Remove Programs Properties dialog box, select PhoenixCard Manager 95.

2. Click Add/Remove; then, OK.

3. After uninstallation, close the dialog box.

4. In the System Properties dialog box, select Device Manager.

5. Double-click PCMCIA socket. If the PCMCIA socket icon does not appear, you do not have to execute the steps below.

6. Select TI 1220 compatible PCMCIA/CardBus Controller, and click Remove; then, OK.

7. Repeating the above step, delete another TI 1220 compatible PCMCIA/CardBus Controller.

8. Close the dialog box and restart the notebook.

9. In the Control Panel, double-click PC Card.

10. Select No; then, Next.

11. When the message of completing the wizard, click Finish; then, OK.

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Memory Module

You can expand the memory size by installing optional memory modules. You can see the current memory size in the System Properties dialog box.

Installing a Memory Module

• Do not handle the memory module where static electricity is easily

generated such as on the carpet.

• Before installing the memory module, carefully discharge static

electricity from your body by touching an unpainted metal area.

• Avoid touching the integrated circuits on a memory module. Handle

all components by the edges.

• Keep the memory module in the anti-static wrapping until you are

ready to install it.

1. Turn off the notebook, and disconnect the AC adapter and peripheral devices.

2. Push the keyboard lock on the right edge of the notebook. The keyboard is slightly raised. Although the other end of the keyboard lock is sticking out on the left edge, do not push it now.

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3. Gently raise the keyboard and move it toward you (we recommend you place the keyboard on the soft cloth). Be careful when handling the keyboard.

RAM board slot

4. Align the memory module as shown below, matching the notched part of the memory module with the projected part of the memory socket on the notebook.

5. Push the memory module into the slot firmly at an angle of about 20 degrees.

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6. Gently push the memory module down until you hear a clicking sound.

7. Put the keyboard back in its original position.

8. Gently pressing the keyboard downward, push in the projected part of keyboard lock on the left side.

9. Make sure the keyboard is reinstalled correctly.

10. Turn on the notebook and check the memory size with the procedure in the previous section.

Uninstalling the Memory Module

1. Follow steps 1-3 above.

2. Slightly bend the two latches outward until the memory module is released.

3. Remove the memory module and reinstall the keyboard.

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CHAPTER 7

Security Features

This chapter describes how to protect your notebook against unauthorized use, computer viruses and theft.

Passwords

Setting a password will help protect against unauthorized access to your notebook. When the notebook is turned on or resumes from the suspend-to-disk mode, the system requires a password.

If you lose your password, you will be unable to access the notebook or change the configuration. Make sure you select a password you will never forget, and write it down and save it in a secure place. Otherwise, you will have to contact your dealer for assistance.

If you enter a wrong password three times, the message DISABLED SYSTEM appears. Press the power switch to turn off the notebook, turn it on again, and enter the correct password. If the message DISABLED SYSTEM is shown, keep pressing the power switch for longer than five seconds to turn off the notebook.

Supervisor Password and User Password

Two types of passwords limit the access in different levels. To set the user password, you always have to set the supervisor password. When you set the two passwords, a person who knows only the user password has the limitations below:

When setting items in the Setup Utility

The person who does not know the supervisor password cannot set:

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Set Supervisor Password

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Password on boot

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Power Management Security

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Diskette access

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Fixed disk boot sector

When the system starts or resumes from the suspend-to-disk mode

The person who does not know the supervisor password cannot read/write a floppy disk when the item of Diskette access is defined as Supervisor in the Security menu of the Setup Utility.

The system requires a password only when you have enabled Password on boot in the Security menu of the Setup Utility or when you have enabled Power Management Function in the Power menu.

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Setting the Password

1. In the Security menu of the Setup Utility, select Set Supervisor Password or Set User Password.

2. Type your password (up to eight characters), and press Enter.

3. Type the same password again, and press Enter.

4. When the confirmation message appears, press Enter.

5. Press Esc and select Exit Saving Changes. The notebook restarts and asks the password you have set.

If you use the notebook personally

We recommend that you set the supervisor password. You can prevent other people from using your notebook by enabling Password on boot in the Security menu of the Setup Utility.

If you share the notebook with others

We recommend that a person who administers the notebook sets both supervisor and user passwords and lets the other people know only the user password.

Deleting the Password

1. In the Security menu of the Setup Utility, select the password item you want to delete.

2. Without typing any characters, press Enter.

3. Press Enter again.

4. When the confirmation message appears, press Enter.

5. Press Esc and select Exit Saving Changes. The notebook restarts and asks the password you have set.

Preventing Infection of Computer Viruses

You can protect against some viruses by limiting writing to the hard disk. To limit writing to the hard disk, set the item Fixed disk boot sector as Write Protect in the Security menu of the Setup Utility.

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You cannot prevent infection of all types of viruses with the above

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operation. Even if a warning message appears, the system might not be infected in

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some cases.

Security Slot

You can prevent theft by using a security cable and the security slot on the left side of your notebook.

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CHAPTER 8

Setup Utility

This chapter describes how to run the Setup Utility to change settings on your notebook.

Running the Setup Utility

With the Setup Utility, you can customize the system configuration information, such as time and date, port assignments, passwords, or power management settings. The information you have specified is saved in a special area called CMOS RAM, which the system reads every time you turn on the notebook.

Contents of the Setup Utility

The Setup Utility consists of five menu pages, as follows:

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Main: Basic system configuration

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Advanced: Device interface configuration (I/O ports, sound settings)

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Security: Password settings

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Power: Power management (battery saving settings)

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Exit: Exit the Setup Utility or return to the default values

The system does not enter a suspend mode when you are opening the Setup Utility.

Entering and Exiting the Setup Utility

1. Turn on the notebook.

2. When Press <F2> to enter SETUP appears, press F2.

3. Change the desired settings.

4. Press Esc to select the Exit menu.

5. Select one of the exit methods, and press Enter.

6. When the message Setup Confirmation appears, press Enter again. The system restarts.

To turn off the notebook when the Setup Utility is open, press the power switch for longer than five seconds.

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Using the Setup Utility

To navigate through the different menus, you can use the following keys:

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Moves the cursor from one menu to another.

Moves the cursor from one item to another in a menu.

Moves the cursor to the first or last item.

Increases the numeric value or changes an item to the next value.

Decreases the numeric value or changes an item to the previous value.

Enters the Exit menu. When a sub-menu is open, this key closes the sub-menu.

Replaces the settings on the current menu with their default values (date and time are not changed).

Restores all the values you previously saved (date and time are not changed).

Displays online help for the Setup Utility.

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Displays sub-menu. Items with  marks contain the sub-menus.

Main menu

System Time Defines the system time, using the format hour:minute:second (24- hour format). The Tab key moves the cursor, and the space bar and the - key change numerals.

System Date Defines the system date. The Tab key moves the cursor, and the space bar and the - key change numerals.

Diskette A Defines whether to use the floppy disk. To use it, set this item to

1.44MB,3½".

Hard Disk Type Specifies the hard disk type. Set to Auto during normal use.

Boot Sequence Specifies the sequence in which the boot program looks for

operating system files.

Internal Numlock Defines whether you can input numerals through keys with blue legends on the built-in keyboard when you connect an external keyboard and lock its numeral keys.

TV Mode Specifies the TV standard: NTSC or PAL.

Memory Cache Enables or disables the memory cache function that accelerate the

access speed to data previously accessed.

QuickBoot Mode Enables or disables the quick boot function. When this item is enabled, the system skips certain tests while booting.

System Memory Defines the size of conventional memory for starting MS-DOS. It always shows 640 KB.

Extended Memory Shows the size of extended memory with 1MB or larger. If you add an optional memory module, the value is changed.

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Advanced menu

Serial Port Sets the RS-232C serial port, selecting the base I/O address. Enabled means that you can select the item yourself. Auto means that the item is automatically assigned. Disabled means that you cannot use the port.

IR Port Sets the infrared port, selecting the mode, the I/O channel, the IRQ channel, and the DMA channel. Enabled means that you can select the items yourself. Auto means that the items excepting the mode are automatically assigned. Disabled means that you cannot use the port. Set to Auto during normal use

Mode Specifies the IR mode: IrDA or ASK. Set to IrDA during normal use.

LPT Port Sets the printer port, selecting the mode and the base I/O address.

Enabled means that you can select the items yourself. Auto means that the base I/O address is automatically assigned. Disabled means that you cannot use the port.

Mode Specifies the LPT port mode: Bi-directional, Output Only, EPP (Enhanced Parallel Port mode) or ECP (Extended Capabilities Port mode).

Modem (US and Canada only) Sets the built-in modem, selecting the IRQ channel and the I/O channel. Enabled means that you can select the items yourself. Auto means that the items are automatically assigned.

Sound Sets the built-in sound controller, selecting the Sound Blaster I/O address, the Synthesizer I/O address, the Windows Sound System I/O address, DMAs (A: and B: ), IRQ, MPU I/O address and Joystick I/O address. The Joy I/O address works only when you are using the optional Docking Station.

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Internal Pointing Device Enables or disables the glide pad.

Resolution Expansion Defines whether the screen is expanded when the resolution

is 640x480 or 800x600. Enabled means that the screen is expanded.

USB Port Enables or disables the USB port.

Plug & Play O/S Defines whether the operating system supports the plug & play

function. Set to Yes during normal use. If you use MS-DOS, Windows 3.1, OS/2 or UNIX, set it to No. When this item is Yes, you cannot use a PC card in the MS-DOS mode.

Large Disk Access Mode Selects the operating system. Set to DOS during normal use. If you use another operating system such as UNIX, select Other.

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Security menu

See the previous chapter about setting the password

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In some password settings, you cannot select some items.

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Set Supervisor Password Defines the supervisor password (up to eight characters).

Set User Password Defines the user password (up to eight characters). You cannot

set the user password unless you have set the supervisor password.

If you lose your password, you will be unable to access the notebook or change the configuration. Make sure to select a password you will never forget, or write it down and protect it in a secure place. Otherwise, you will have to contact your dealer for assistance.

Password on boot Defines whether the system requires passwords during the boot process. Enabled means that you need to input a password to continue.

Power Management Security Defines whether the system requires a password when it resumes from the suspend-to-disk mode. Enabled means that you need to input a password to continue.

Diskette access Specifies who can access the floppy disk drive.

Fixed disk Boot Sector Defines whether the boot sector of the hard disk is write-

protected. When formatting the hard disk or when reinstalling software, set it to Normal.

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Power menu

See Chapter 3 about power management and battery .

Power Switch Function Defines the function of the power switch. If you select Suspend/Resume, the system enters the mode that is specified in the item Suspend Mode when you push the power switch. To resume the system, push the power

switch again.

Cover Close Specifies the mode the system enters when the screen cover is closed.

Power Management Function Enables or disables the items below: Hard Disk

Power Down after, Video Power Down after, and Auto Suspend.

Hard Disk Power Down after Defines the duration of non-access to the hard disk after which the power supply for the hard disk stops automatically.

Video Power Down after Defines the duration of non-access to the screen after which the power supply for the screen stops automatically.

Suspend Mode Defines which mode the system enters when the system is suspended.

Auto Suspend Defines whether the system enters a suspend mode when you do not operate the notebook for the specified length of time.

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Critical Battery Suspend Defines whether the system enters the suspend-to-disk mode when the battery power becomes low in the suspend-to-RAM mode.

Auto Backlight Control Enables or disables the self-adjustment of the display backlight. When this item is enabled, for example, backlight brightness is reduced when the system operates on battery power.

Resume On Modem Ring Defines whether the system resumes from the suspendto-RAM mode when the modem receives a call (only in US and Canada).

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This feature may not work with some modems.

Modem Power when Suspend RAM Defines whether the system supplies power to the modem when suspended to RAM.

PCMCIA Power when Suspend RAM Defines whether the system supplies power to the PC card slot when suspended to RAM.

Battery Level Shows the amount of battery power remaining. Battery 1 refers to the standard battery; Battery 2 refers to the optional one in the expansion bay.

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Exit menu

Exit Saving Changes Saves the settings you have changed and exits the Setup Utility.

Exit Discarding Changes Exits the Setup Utility without saving the settings you have changed.

Load Setup Defaults Returns the values of all items to the default. To exit, select one of the above items.

Discard Changes Returns the values of all items to the values you last saved.

Save Changes Saves the settings you have changed.

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Sharp PC-M200 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Notice for Users in the USA

Notice for Users in Canada

Notice for Users in Australia

Notice for Users in the UK

Notice for Users in Europe

Safety Precautions

About This Manual

Recording Important Information

Manual Conventions

Table of Contents

Overview of Notebook

Connecting to AC Power

Opening the Notebook

Turning Power On

Setting up Windows 95

Shutting Down the System

Choosing Power Source

Resetting the System

Using Glide Pad

Using Keyboard

Using Floppy Disks

Using CD

Battery Pack

Power Management

Using Peripherals

Display

Printer

Keyboard / Mouse

Audio System

RS-232C Device / USB Device

Infrared Communication

Modem (US and Canada only)

Expansion Bay

PC Cards

Memory Module

Passwords

Security Slot

Running the Setup Utility

Main menu

Advanced menu

Security menu

Power menu

Exit menu