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
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An integrated AGP-bus 2D/3D video processor for |
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capability also adds realism to PC games. |
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The system offers additional DRAM slot for expansion, |
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used in Portrait or Landscape mode. |
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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.
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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.
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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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The slot is where PC Card (PCMCIA) is inserted. Press the |
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eject button to release the PC Card. |
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DIMM (DRAM) Expansion Slot Cover |
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Docking Port |
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The docking port allows the tablet PC to connect to an |
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The stand allows the tablet PC to be positioned vertically |
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(Portrait Mode) or horizontally (Landscape Mode) on a |
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external AC source to power the system and charges its |
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External VGA Port |
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The 15-pin analog VGA output port connects to the external |
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Stereo Headphone Jack |
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The stereo headphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you |
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connect the headphones or external speakers. |
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Microphone Jack |
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The microphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where you |
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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
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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.
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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.
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Display
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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
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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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
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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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If you do not select an image in the bottom row, no image will be transferred.
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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
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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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