ViewSonic VSVPD10000203 Revised Manual

Section 1 GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS

SECTION 1

GETTING TO KNOW THE BASICS

This section introduces the features and components of the tablet PC.

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Performance Features

	n	High Performance Processor
		The tablet PC is equipped with Intel Celeron proces-
		sor with 128K L2 cache.
	n Advanced Graphic Engine
		An integrated AGP-bus 2D/3D video processor for
		high performance graphics. The video chip also
		incorporates a hardware-accelerated playback which
		gives you smooth MPEG video playback. 3D graphics
		capability also adds realism to PC games.
	n Upgradability *
		The system offers additional DRAM slot for expansion,
		allowing users to easily increase the system capacity
		as the need arises.
	n	Bright LCD Display
Note:		The sytem is equipped with 10.4-inch TFT XGA
Hard disk drive is		display panel for clear text and brilliant colors.
not user-
upgradable. If you
need to upgrade the
HDD, you need to	n	Portrait Mode or Landscape Mode
return the unit to the		To serve your specific needs, the tablet PC can be
dealer or
		used in Portrait or Landscape mode.
manufacturer.
	n	Touch Screen Input
		The tablet PC has a built-in touch screen input device.

This allows you to easily and quickly maneuver and create graphic designs or manage field applications.

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■Audio Capability

The system is equipped with internal audio and record and playback functions, including 3D (three-dimensional) audio, 64-voices DirectSound channel support, and built-in hardware wave-table.

■Ethernet Adapter and Modem

The system provides built-in Ethernet network adapter and 56K modem for communiction and connection flexibility.

■Built-in Digital Camera

The integrated digital camera allows you to take snapshots or record a video clip.

■Wireless LAN

The computer may be equipped with Wireless LAN (802.11) to connect to a wireless network.

■Docking Station (Optional)

The optional docking station not only provides all the necessary I/O ports, it also has a built-in CD-ROM or DVD-ROM for large data access or video disk playback.

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System at a Glance

Front View

1.Stylus

The stylus (touch pen) works like a mouse. Use the tip to point to an icon on the LCD panel or draw a line in any graphic application. Tapping an icon twice in a quick session is similar to double-clicking with a mouse.

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2.Ditigal Camera

The built-in digital camera (up to 640x480 resolution) allows you to take photos or record a video clip. You must preinstall software that will work with the camera. See Factory CD-ROM disk for any bundled graphic software. The focus ring allows you to adjust focal length of the camera lens. Adjust the ring to for the sharpest focus. Go to How to Use the Digital Camera Section for more details.

3.Battery Status LED

Flashing green light indicates the battery pack is being charged.... (See the LED Status Indicator Section for details.)

4.Power Status LED

The multi-color LED indicates the power status of the tablet PC. (See the LED Status Indicator Section for details.)

5.WWW Internet Hot Key

The `Internet Hot Key` launches the Internet Explore automatically. You will need to activate a utility program in the factory CD to make use of the key. (See side-note for Quick Keys installation.)

6.Email Hot Key

The `Internet Hot Key` launches the MS Outlook Express. You will need to activate a utility program in the factory CD to make use of the key. (See side-note for Quick Keys installation.)

7.Power/Suspend Button

The power/suspend button turns the system on and off and it also acts as a system suspend key. This tablet PC uses a special one-button design. Press momentarily to turn on the system. Press and hold for at least 3~4 seconds to turn off the system. In Windows 98 SE, ME, or 2000, how the power button should behave can be defined in Windows Power Management utility. Go to [Start > Settings > Control

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Panel > Power Management] to access the utility. Go to

Section 2 for more details on system suspend function.

8.LCD Display

The panel is where the system`s data is displayed.

Warning:

Do not place any heavy objects on the LCD panel. It may damage the display.

9.Built-in Microphone

The built-in microphone records sound.

10.Consumer Infrared Port (1)

The CIR port is used to link with a CIR-type wireless keyboard.

11. Built-in Stereo Speakers

The built-in speakers output the sound in stereo.

Note:

If you encounter difficulties with IrDA (infrared port) operation, go to Section 5 to learn to solve the problems.

12.Stand

The stand allows the tablet PC to be positioned vertically (Portrait Mode) or horizontally (Landscape Mode) on a desktop.

13.Rubber Feet

The rubber feet allows the tablet PC to be positioned on its side on the desk.

Note:

The tablet PC can be positioned horizontally. You will need to rotate the display content 90 degrees via the `Pivot` software. Go to How to Use the Tablet PC in Landscape Mode Section to learn more.

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Rear View

1.Built-in Antenna

The antenna is used to transmit and receive data from another Bluetooth-enabled device / system. It should be fully extended for best result. Go to the Bluetooth Help Menu for operational tips. (The Bluetooth application is contained in the Factory CD-ROM disk.)

2.Ventilation Grills

The fan grills allow the air to circulate through the internal heat regulation system. Do not block the airway completely.

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			3.	PC Card Slot (PCMCIA) and Card Eject Button
				The slot is where PC Card (PCMCIA) is inserted. Press the
				eject button to release the PC Card.
			4.	DIMM (DRAM) Expansion Slot Cover
				This is where two DIMM expansion slots are located. One
				of the slot may have been occupied by a dealer or manu-
				facturer pre-installed DIMM module.
			5.	Docking Port
				The docking port allows the tablet PC to connect to an
				optional docking station. Go to Chapter 5 for more details
	Note:			on the docking station.
	For the system
	running the		6.	Battery Pack and Battery Latch
	Windows NT
				The battery pack is a built-in power source for the tablet
	platform,USB
	function was not			PC. Pull on the battery latch to release the battery pack.
	supported.
			7.	Stand
				The stand allows the tablet PC to be positioned vertically
				(Portrait Mode) or horizontally (Landscape Mode) on a
				desktop.
			8.	Power Jack ( DC-in )
				This is where the AC Adapter connects to. It allows the
				external AC source to power the system and charges its
				battery pack.
			9.	External VGA Port
				The 15-pin analog VGA output port connects to the external
				CRT monitor or projector.
			10.	Stereo Headphone Jack
				The stereo headphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you
				connect the headphones or external speakers.
			11.	Microphone Jack
				The microphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you

connect a microphone.

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12.USB Port

The Universal Serial Bus (USB) port allows you to connect a wide variety of devices via the USB cable to your tablet PC. This port conforms to USB plug-and-play standards.

13.Modem Port

This is where you plug the phone jack (RJ-11) for fax/ modem functions. The built-in 56kpbs modem is V.90 compatible.

14.Ethernet / LAN Port

The port connects to a network hub via the RJ-45 cable and also conforms to 100Base-TX transmission protocol.

15.Serial Infrared Port (2)

The SIR port is an Infrared Data Association (IrDA) compliant serial infrared port. It allows cableless data transfer with IrDA 1.1-compatible external devices.

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AC Adapter

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1.DC-In Connector

The DC-out connector docks to the power jack on the tablet PC.

2.LED Lamp

The LED lamp appears green when the unit is plugged into a valid AC source.

3.Adapter

The adapter converts alternating current into constant voltage for the tablet PC.

4.AC Plug

The three-prong AC plug plugs to the AC wall outlet.

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KeyBoard Features

Note:

Point the CIR Lens of the keyboard straight toward Consumer Infrared Port of the tablet PC. The effective range is a few meters.

1.Mouse Pointer

Move the mouse pointer just as you would with a mouse or touch pad.

2.Left Click Button

This button works like the left button of a mouse.

3.Right Click Button

This button works like the right button of a mouse.

4.Keyboard

The enhanced 87/88-key keyboard is used to enter data. It has an embedded numeric keypad and cursor control keys.

5.CIR Lens

The IR lens transmits keyboard and cursor input via infrared beam.

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Function (Hot) Keys

Num Lock Enables the embedded keypad to work in numeric mode. The keys act like numeric keypads in a calculator. Use this mode when you need to do a lot of numeric data entry. An alternative would be to connect an external numeric keypad.

Scroll Lock Press the ScrLk key and then press or to move one line up or down.

Embedded Numeric Key Pad

Press Num Lock to enable the embedded numeric key pad. The numbers are printed in upper right corner of a key, in a color different from the alphabets. This key pad is complete with arithmetic operators (+, -, * , /).

Press Num Lock to revert to normal character keys.

Num

Lock

7	8	9	*
	4	5	6	_
	1	2	3	+	Enter
		0	.		/

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Windows Keys

Your keyboard also has two Windows keys:

1.Start Key

This key allows you to pull up the Windows Start Menu at the bottom of the taskbar.

2.Application Menu Key

This key brings up the popup menu for the application, similar to a click of the right mouse botton.

LED Status Indicators

The LED Status Indicator displays the operating status of your tablet PC. When a certain function is enabled, a LED will light up or flash intermittently. The following section describes its indication.

LED Graphic	Indication
Symbol
	Orange light indicates the battery is
	being charged.
	Green light indicates the computer is ON.
	Blinking green light indicates the HDD is
	being accessed.
	Orange light indicates the system is now
	in suspend mode.

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Display

Note:

To maximize your battery operating time, set the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting, so that the internal back-light uses less p ower.

Your tablet PC uses a high performance 10.4-inch active matrix TFT panel which supports high resolution and multi-million colors for comfortable viewing. A powerful 2D / 3D integrated graphic chipset is used for fast graphic performance.

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Adjusting the Display Brightness

The tablet PC uses a special utility software to control brightness. See Section 2 for instructions.

Extending the Life of the TFT Display Device

Observe the following guidelines to maximize the life of the backlight in the display.

1.Set the brightness to the lowest comfortable setting.

2.Do not disable the suspend time-outs.

3.If you are using AC power and have no external monitor attached, change to suspend mode when not in use.

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Audio Devices

The Audio in your tablet PC is Sound Blaster Pro-compatible.

Adjusting the Volume in Windows

1.Click the speaker symbol in the taskbar in Windows.

2.Drag the volume control bar up or down to adjust the volume.

3.To temporarily silence the speaker without changing the volume setting, click Mute.

Voice Recording

You need to use audio processing software to enable the built-in microphone. For example, you may use Microsoft Sound Recorder.

When you begin voice recording using the system`s built-in microphone, be sure that your mouth is within near distance (no longer than 20 cm) to the microphone. If the record level is too small, you may also increase the microphone gain via the volume control panel in Windows.

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Modem

Warning:

The internal modem is intended for use on an analog phone line, also called a POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service) line. This modem cannot be connected directly to a digital telephone line, such as those commonly found in a business office. You may either obtain an analog line or an analog converter compatible with the phone line you’re using.

Your tablet PC comes with a 56K V.90 internal fax/modem and a phone jack (RJ-11), which is located on the right side of your notebook.

Use a telephone cable to connect the notebook to the telephone wall outlet.

You may need to re-configure the modem setting if you plan to use it in a different country. Go to Section 2 for instructions on how to make the adjustment.

Connecting the Modem

1.Plug one end of the phone line into the modem port located on the back side of the computer.

2.Plug the other end of the line into the analog phone wall outlet.

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Network Adapter

Your tablet PC is equipped with a 100Base-TX Ethernet network adapter. Connecting the active LAN cable to the RJ-45 LAN port located in the back of the system. This allows you to access and transmit data in the local area network.

Connecting to the Network

Use Unshielded Twisted Pair (UTP) Ethernet cable only.

1.Insert one end of the UTP cable into the network connector until the connector snaps securely into the receptacle.

2.Either connect the other end of the cable to an RJ-45 jack wall outlet or to an RJ-45 port on a UTP concentrator or hub in the network.

Cabling Restriction for Networks

The following restrictions should be observed for 100BASE-TX networks:

nThe maximum cable run length is 100 meters(m) (328 feet [ft]).

nFor 100-Mbps operation, use Category 5 wiring and connections.

Consult Windows manual and / or Novell Netware user‘s guide for the software installation, configuration, operation of the network.

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Section 2 Using Software

SECTION 2

USING SOFTWARE

In this section, you will learn how to use the software functions of various hardware devices so that you can work more effectively on your tablet PC.

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The tablet PC has many unique capabilities such as touchsensitive screen, built-in digital camera, vitual keyboard, etc. However, some of these devices may require you to perform a one-time setup to enable it to work accurately.

Traditionally, a standard keyboard is built into a PC. However, due to the lack of a permanently attached keyboard input device, the tablet PC may require you perform certain adjustment to the Windows operating system.

Throughout this manual, we will assume that you are using

Windows 2000 has the tablet PC’s operating system.

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Touch Screen Calibration

Although touch screen calibration may have already been performed at the factory, there are times that it needs to be recalibration for higher accuracy.

The touch screen is a touch-sensitive device. It is a membrane on top of the LCD display. It responds to mechanical pressure on the screen surface. You can navigate the cursor using the stylus (pen). When you notice the stylus tip does not correspond well or match point-to-point with the cursor, you then need to recalibrate the touch screen device.

To calibrate the touch screen, do the following:

1.To go [Start > Settings > Control Panel] and double-click on Touch Screen Calibrator icon.

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2. You will see the following dialogue box.

3.Click on Calibrate button and you will see the following display.

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	4. Use the stylus to point accurately to the tip of the red arrow
	on the display. Start by the upper left corner of the display
	and you will be asked to repeat the pointing action 4 times.
	5. If you wish to change to a larger double click area, you may
	do so at the Calibration Applet box by moving up the slider.
Note:	(See diagram to the left.) Click on OK to exit the applet.
The calibration
effect takes
place immedi-
ately after you
exit the applet.

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Digital Camera

The built-in USB camera allows you to take a snap shot and record it onto the hard disk drive.

To capture a picture using Windows Imaging, do the following

Note:

1.Go to [Start > Programs > Accessories > Imaging] to start the Imaging application.

2.Go to [File > Acquire Image...] to launch the camera’s utility software.

3.The following diagram appears. You may need to adjust the focus ring for the sharpest image.

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Note:

If you do not select an image in the bottom row, no image will be transferred.

Note:

To change the resolution setting, click on the Adjust Camera Resolution icon shown above.

To take a snapshot

To delete a picture

To exit and transfer

Image is displayed here. the selected image to the photo-editing

To adjust camera

To adjust camera hue,

Selected image to be transferred is highlighted by the red

4.Click the camera icon on the right to take a snapshot. The shot you have just taken will be displayed on the bottom row.

5.Select an image in the bottom row by clicking on the image. You will see red outlining to indicate the particular frame has been selected for transfer.

6.Click on the Exit and Transfer icon to exit the applet and transfer the selected image to Windows Imaging application.

Tip on photographing: Always use the best lighting possible.

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Screen Rotation

A special application - Pivot Software - allows you to use the

tablet PC in portrait mode (vertical) or landscape mode

(horizaontal).

To rotate the screen display, do the following:

1. Click the Pivot icon at the right corner of the task bar.

2. Select Rotate to pivot the display 90 degrees.

Repeat steps 1 and 2 to revert to the original mode.

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