Twinhead T8NY Tablet PC Owner's Manual
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Table Of Contents
CHAPTER 1
GETTING STARTED 1
Getting Started ................................................................................... 2
Inventory............................................................................................. 3
Safety and Maintenance.................................................................... 4
Checklists ........................................................................................... 5
Features .............................................................................................. 6
Where to Look For Information......................................................... 6
Quick Start.......................................................................................... 7
Loading Windows .............................................................................. 8
Adjusting the Volume and Brightness............................................. 9
Adjusting the Brightness .................................................................. 9
Turning off Your Computer............................................................. 10
CHAPTER 2
GETTING STARTED 11
Hardware and Software................................................................... 12
Front View......................................................................................... 13
Right View......................................................................................... 14
Top View............................................................................................ 15
Bottom View...................................................................................... 16
Power Indicators .............................................................................. 17
Front View buttons........................................................................... 18
Function Keys .................................................................................. 19
Quick Start Button ........................................................................... 20
Touch Pen......................................................................................... 21
Connecting the Floppy Disk Drive ................................................. 22
Disk Drives........................................................................................ 22
The CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, or Combo Drive..................................... 23
Connecting the Printer .................................................................... 23
The PCMCIA Card Slot..................................................................... 23
CF (Compact Flash) Card Slot........................................................ 24
Memory.............................................................................................. 24
Communication Components......................................................... 27
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CHAPTER 3
MAKING CONNECTIONS 28
Making Connections........................................................................29
Right Side Connectors .................................................................... 29
Top Side Connectors....................................................................... 31
CHAPTER 4
SYSTEM SOFTWARE 32
System Software .............................................................................. 33
System Recovery............................................................................. 33
CHAPTER 5
POWER MANAGEMENT AND USING SOFTWARE 38
Power Management ......................................................................... 39
When to Replace the Battery .......................................................... 40
Heat Considerations........................................................................ 41
Using Software.................................................................................42
APPENDIX A
STATEMENTS 44
Statements........................................................................................ 45
European Notice............................................................................... 47
Safety CAUTION............................................................................... 48
Battery Disposal............................................................................... 49
CAUTION FOR ADAPTER................................................................ 49
BATTERY CAUTION......................................................................... 49
REGULATORY INFORMATION(INTEL WIFI).................................. 52
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Getting Started
Congratulations on your purchase of a Tablet PC. The Tablet PC is a
fully functional PC with built-in LAN, and wireless Connectivity. With
your Tablet PC you will be able to organize and access important
business and personal information. In addition, you will be able to
send and receive e-mail and access the Internet.
This Manual contains all the information you need to set up and use
your Tablet PC. It describes all the features of the Tablet PC in an
easy-to-read yet thorough manner.
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Inventory
This Tablet PC is designed for years of productive and pleasurable
computing. Use this section to keep details of your purchase. This
information will be required should you need to make repairs to your
Tablet PC during the warranty period. Update this section when you
add new options.
DATE OF PURCHASE:
PLACE OF PURCHASE:
DEALER'S NAME:
DEALER'S ADDRESS:
TELEPHONE:
E-MAIL ADDRESS/WWW:
CONTACT PERSON:
MODEL NUMBER:
SERIAL NUMBER:
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Safety and Maintenance
You can use your Tablet PC under a wide range of environmental
conditions. However, to ensure long use and continued high
performance, consider the following factors when setting up your
Tablet PC:
• Follow all warnings and instructions noted in this documentation
and in the Windows Help program.
• The first time you use your Tablet PC, we recommend that you
carefully read the Making Connections section of this manual
and initialize the battery to ensure optimum battery performance.
• Unplug the Tablet PC from the power outlet before cleaning. Use
a damp cloth for cleaning. Do not use aerosols, solvents, or
strong detergents.
• Slots and openings in the system cabinet are for ventilation
purposes. Do not block or cover these openings or the system
could overheat. Do not use or store the Tablet PC near a source
of heat or dust.
• On the base or rear panel of this Tablet PC, there is a label with
information on the power requirements of this system. These
requirements must be followed. If you are unsure of your local
power supply, consult your dealer or local Power Company.
• Do not step on or place anything on the power cord.
• If you use the Tablet PC with an extension cord, ensure that the
total ampere ratings of all the devices sharing the extension do
not exceed the rating of the extension cord or the rating of the
wall outlet.
• Never push foreign objects into the Tablet PC through any of the
slots or openings. Dangerous voltages are present, which could
cause electric shock or fire, or damage sensitive components.
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Checklists
After opening the package, carefully inspect the contents. If any of
the items is missing or appear damaged, contact your dealer. The
shipping carton should contain the following:
STANDARD
• A Tablet PC with a hard disk drive
• A st andard battery
• An AC adapter with power cord
• User's Manual (Install in Hard Disk)
• Driver CD (Install in Hard Disk)
• Hand strap
OPTIONS
The following items are normally optional, but some vendors may
include them in the standard package. Some items may not be
available in some countries, or some vendors may choose not to
carry all the items.
• 1GB/2GB SODIMM memory card
• Rugged carrying bag
• Normal capacity battery
• Second battery
• WLAN module
• Bluetooth module
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Caution: When purchasing any of the accessories
listed above, purchase only those accessories that
are approved for use with your Tablet PC. The above
accessories are proprietary items. Your system
vendor can obtain these approved accessories. If
you use items that are not approved for use with
this Tablet PC, you may cause your Tablet PC to
malfunction, or to emit or receive electro-magnetic
radiation in excess of local regulations. For nonproprietary accessories such as PC cards or
printers, ensure that the accessory functions
properly in your Tablet PC before making the
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purchase. Your system vendor may be able to
recommend reliable brands and models.
Features
Software Included
Widows® XP Tablet PC Edition which includes:
• Microsoft® Internet Explorer
• Microsoft® Outlook Express
• Microsoft® Windows Media Player
Windows Vista Business
High performance Processors
Ultra Low Voltage Mobile Intel Yonah ULV 1.2GMhz CPU or above FSB
533Mhz CPU
High Capacity Hard Disk Drive
The Tablet PC has a high capacity hard disk drive, to store your favorite
programs and large multimedia files.
Built-in Wireless LAN, Modem and LAN Capability
A built-in 802.11a/b/g, 56k modem and 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port
allows you to access the Internet or a local area network (LAN).
Where to Look For Information
About Your Tablet PC
This User’s Manual describes the key elements of your Tablet PC.
New users can find a simple step-by-step orientation in the Quick
Start section of this chapter.
About Windows
Windows Online Help, found on the Start menu, offers extensive Windows
assistance. Welcome to Windows offers an online orientation for new
Windows users. Find it in:
Start/Programs/Accessori es/System Tools.
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Quick Start
Turning on the Tablet PC for the First Time
1. Connect the AC adapter power cord to the AC adapter.
2. Connect the AC adapter to the DC power port on the bottom side of
your Tablet PC.
3. Connect the AC adapter power cord to an AC outlet.
4. Press the power button to turn on the power.
Note: The battery is not fully charged. Allow
your battery to fully charge before using it
(i.e., before disconnecting AC power).
Calibrating the battery before use is also
highly recommended. Refer to Chapter of Power
Management, for further information.
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Loading Windows
The following section is for installing the Windows operating system
only. If you are installing a different operating system, please check
with your vendor for installation details.
Product key number
Your Tablet PC will
begin loading Windows
once you turn on the
power. Wait a few
seconds for Windows
setup to load. The
Windows setup will
prompt you for the
product key number,
shown to the right:
Note: The product key is on a sticker
attached to the bottom of the Tablet PC.
1. Type your name, and, if applicable, the name of your company.
2. Read the End User's License Agreement. Click Next to accept it.
3. Enter the product key number. You can find this on the
Certificate of Authenticity on a sticker attached to the Tablet PC.
Click Finish.
4. The Start Wizard will prompt you to set the date, and your local
time.
After the Start Wizard updates your system settings, the Welcome to
Windows screen will appear. You may disable this feature by
clearing the check box labeled show this screen each time
Windows starts.
Some software comes preloaded with Windows. New users can
familiarize themselves with this software by selecting Programs from
the start menu, then clicking on programs to run them.
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Adjusting the Volume
You can adjust the volume with hot key:
• Fn + Arrow Up: volume up
• Fn + Arrow Down: volume down
Alternatively, you can adjust
the volume with the Windows
volume control applet located
on the taskbar.
Adjusting the Brightness
Use the following hot key combinations to adjust the LCD panel
brightness:
• Fn + Arrow Left: decreases the brightness
• Fn + Arrow Right: increases the brightness
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Turning off Your Tablet PC
Turning off the Tablet PC Tablet PC properly is important to
maintaining your Tablet PC.
1. On the Start menu, click
Shut Down.
2. Click the radio button next to
Shut Down in the Shut Down
Windows screen, and then click
OK.
If you are going to be away from the Tablet PC for a short period,
there are ways of conserving power without shutting down the system.
Warning: Shutting off the Tablet PC improperly
may result in data loss.
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Hardware and Software
This chapter introduces the different components and controls of your
Tablet PC, including the hardware components, the software, and the audio
and video systems.
Getting Started
Before you begin using your Tablet PC, read this chapter to familiarize
yourself with the main components installed in the system.
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Front View
. Speakers
2. Security button
3. Quick Launch Button
4. Function button
5. Backspace button
6. Numeric / Multi-fun. buttons
7. Enter button
8. Tab button
9. Up/Down (Volume Control) &
Left/Right (Brightness
Control) buttons
10. Internal microphone
11. Status indicator
12. LCD panel
13. Power button
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Right View
1. Microphone-in jack
2. Audio-out jack
3. CF card slot
4. USB port
5. RJ-11 jack
6. DC-adaptor port
7. Multi IO connector
8. RS232 serial port
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Top View
1. RJ-45 jack
2. PC card slot
3. Mini USB port
4. Pen tether hole
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Bottom View
1. Back hand strap foot screw
2. Reset button
3. RF On/Off button
4. Touch pen holder
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