Wacom Co PTH650, PTH450, PTH850 User Manual

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User’s manual

Intuos Pen & Touch Intuos Pen Setting up Using a pen Customizing a pen Using the tablet Customizing the tablet Navigating with touch Customizing touch Using the Radial Menu Application-specific settings Going Wireless Troubleshooting

PTH-450, PTH-650, PTH-850, PTK-450, PTK-650

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About the manual 5

YOUR INTUOS TABLET 6 Identify your tablet model 6 Intuos Pen & Touch tablet 7 Intuos Pen tablet 9 Intuos pen 11

SETTING UP INTUOS 12 Ergonomics 12 Configuring the tablet orientation 14 USB cable installation 15 Understanding the tablet active area 16 Working with multiple monitors 18 Control panel basics 18

USING INTUOS 19 Using the Grip Pen 19

Holding the pen 20 Positioning 21 Clicking 22 Dragging 22 Using the side switch 23 Drawing with pressure sensitivity 24 Drawing with tilt 24 Erasing 25 Eye-hand coordination exercise 25

Tablet controls 26

Using the ExpressKeys 27 Using the Touch Ring 29

THE TOUCH EXPERIENCE WITH INTUOS 30 Navigating with touch 31 Customizing touch 39

Setting the touch options 40 Choosing standard touch functions 41 Choosing custom touch functions 41 Disabling touch 42

Testing touch 43

CUSTOMIZING INTUOS 44 Manage your control panel settings 45 Control panel overview 46 Customizing the pen 48

Adjusting tip feel and double-click 49 Adjusting eraser feel 50 Advanced tip and eraser pressure settings 50 Customizing tool buttons 51 Customizing tilt sensitivity 52

Customizing the tablet functions 52

Customizing the ExpressKeys 53 Customizing the Touch Ring 54

Tablet to screen mapping 55

Portion of screen area 57

Portion of tablet area 58 Button functions 59 Using and customizing the Radial Menu 66 Working with Display Toggle 67 Application-specific settings 69

Creating an application-specific setting 70

Changing application-specific settings 71

Removing application-specific settings 71 Working with multiple tools 72 Changing the tablet mode 73 Advanced options 74

GOING WIRELESS WITH INTUOS 75 Wireless accessory components 75 Wireless setup 76

Establishing a wireless connection 77

Optimizing the wireless connection 79 Battery and power management 80

Charging the battery 80

Battery and wireless connection status 81

Power saving features 82 Battery life information 83 Battery replacement 84 Wireless module removal 85

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Wireless receiver storage 86 Testing the wireless connection 87

TROU B LE S HOO TIN G 88 Testing your tablet 89 Testing controls and input tools 91

Testing the ExpressKeys 92 Testing the Touch Ring 92 Te s t i n g a p e n 9 3

Troubleshooting tables 94

General problems 94 Pen problems 95 Touch problems 98 Wireless connection problems 99 Windows-specific problems 101

Mac-specific problems 102 Technical support options 104 Obtaining driver downloads 105

APPENDIX 106 Caring for Intuos 106 Replacing the pen nib 107 Uninstalling Intuos 108 Using the Express View display 109 Managing preferences 110 Installing multiple tablets 111 Using applications integrated for tablet control 112 Importing expert settings 113 Using the optional Airbrush and Art Pen 114 Using the optional Intuos Mouse 115

Customizing the mouse 116

Testing the mouse 117 Pen and digital ink capabilities in Windows 118 Product information 119 Ordering parts and accessories 120 Available parts and accessories 120

GLOSSARY 121

INDEX 124

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ABOUT THE MANUAL

This manual provides quick access to information about Intuos. The information is common to Windows and Mac computers and Windows screen captures are shown, unless otherwise noted.

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MALL CAPITAL LETTERS are used to identify the names of keyboard keys, dialog boxes, and control panel

options.

• Be sure to see also the Important Product Information guide for Intuos, located on the Intuos installation CD. The guide includes product safety precautions, specifications, and your license agreement.

• The following information is not included with this product: information about your specific computer hardware or operating system, or information about your application software. Your best source for this information is the set of manuals and discs that came with your hardware, operating system, or application.

• In addition to the built-in inking support found within Microsoft Windows 7 and Vista, many graphics applications also support pressure sensitivity and the pen eraser. You can find a listing of applications that support these features on Wacom’s web site (see product information

• For information on how best to use Intuos features within a specific application, see the instructions in that application’s manuals.

Note: This manual does not describe how to install your Wacom tablet. Please refer to your product Quick

Start Guide, and use the automated software installer (located on the Intuos installation CD).

Wacom’s philosophy is to continually improve all of its products. As a result, engineering changes and improvements are made from time to time. Therefore, some changes, modifications, and improvements may not be covered in this manual.

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YOUR INTUOS TABLET

This section introduces you to Intuos. The quickest way to learn about your Intuos tablet is to become familiar with its appearance and features.

• Not all product models are available in all regions.

• Your Intuos tablet can only be used with a compatible pen or input device, such as the pen that came with your product, or a Wacom accessory pen specified for use with Intuos5. Other pens or input devices may not function properly. See available parts and accessories

Intuos consists of two basic elements: a pen tablet that serves as your work area, and the input tools

you

use on the tablet.

Identify your tablet model Intuos Pen & Touch tablet Intuos Pen tablet Intuos pen

IDENTIFY YOUR TABLET MODEL

Each tablet model within the Intuos family has a specific feature set. The Wacom wireless accessory kit is sold separately. Not all models or accessories are available in all regions.

TA B L ET MO DE L

Intuos Pen & Touch

(models PTH-450,

PTH-650, PTH-850)

(models PTK-450, PTK-650)

Intuos Pen

TOUCH

INPUT

XX X X X

Icons are located near some of the topic headings in this manual. Use them to quickly identify sections with information specific to touch or pen input. Icons do not appear in common sections that may apply to all Intuos tablet models. Model-specific notes may be used as necessary.

PEN

INPUT

XX X X

EXPRESSKEYS TOUCH RING

WIRELESS

CAPABLE

• Touch input is identified by this icon:

• Pen input is identified by this icon:

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INTUOS PEN & TOUCH TABLET

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Touch Ring

Includes toggle button at center of ring. Press to:

• Toggle between Touch Ring modes.

• For wireless operation, wakes tablet from sleep mode.

Status LEDs

• An LED will glow dimly when Intuos is connected to an active USB port.

• Brightens when you touch the active area, use the pen, or press an ExpressKey.

• LEDs also indicate which of the four Touch Ring modes are active.

For wireless operation, see battery and wireless

connection status.

Intuos Pen & Touch (medium-sized tablet shown)

Customizable ExpressKeys Small-sized tablets are equipped with six

ExpressKeys. See also using the Express View display

Active area

This is the active area for pen input and touch. Learn about your Intuos

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pen and the touch experience with

Intuos. Active area markers are used to

identify the active area.

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Wacom wireless module slot Storage compartment,

for Wacom wireless receiver See going wireless with Intuos

USB port

Anchor point The Intuos pen tether (sold

separately) or aftermarket security cables can be connected here.

Battery compartment Wireless compartment See wireless setup Small-sized tablets are equipped

with a single cover used to access the Wacom wireless module and rechargeable battery.

USB cable, detachable Disconnect the USB cable

when storing Intuos. Do not wrap the cable around the tablet.

See USB cable installation

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INTUOS PEN TABLET

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Touch Ring

Includes toggle button at center of ring. Press to:

• Toggle between Touch Ring modes.

• For wireless operation, wakes tablet from sleep mode.

Status LEDs

• An LED will glow dimly when Intuos is connected to an active USB port.

• Brightens when you use the pen or press an ExpressKey.

• LEDs also indicate which of the four Touch Ring modes are active.

For wireless operation, see battery and wireless

connection status.

Intuos Pen (medium-sized tablet shown)

Customizable ExpressKeys Small-sized tablets are equipped with six

ExpressKeys. See also using the Express View display

Active area

This is the active area for pen input. Learn about your Intuos pen

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Active area markers are used to identify the active area.

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Wacom wireless module slot Storage compartment,

for Wacom wireless receiver See going wireless with Intuos

USB port

Anchor point The Intuos pen tether (sold

separately) or aftermarket security cables can be connected here.

Battery compartment Wireless compartment See wireless setup Small sized tablets are equipped

with a single cover used to access the Wacom wireless module and rechargeable battery.

USB cable, detachable Disconnect the USB cable

when storing Intuos. Do not wrap the cable around the tablet.

See USB cable installation

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INTUOS PEN

All Intuos input tools are cordless and battery free.

Eraser

Grip area

Side switch

(rocker style)

Intuos Grip Pen

If you are working in a multi-user

Replaceable nib

(pen tip)

See product information to learn more about which applications currently support the special features of your Intuos Grip Pen. For information on additional input tools and accessories, see available parts and accessories

environment or otherwise want to personalize your pen, unscrew the tip cone and replace the colored ring with one of another color (included).

Pen stand Unscrew the base to access a nib removal tool and

assorted replacement nibs.

Nib removal tool

Replacement nibs

• 5 standard nibs, black

• 1 flex nib, white and black

• 1 stroke nib, white

• 3 hard felt nibs, gray

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SETTING UP INTUOS

To minimize fatigue, comfortably organize your work area. Position your tablet, input tools, and keyboard for easy access without unnecessary reaching. Adjust your monitor so you can view it comfortably with minimum eyestrain. For best results, position the tablet so the screen cursor follows the same direction as your hand movements on the tablet.

Ergonomics Configuring the tablet orientation USB cable installation Understanding the tablet active area Working with multiple monitors Control panel basics

ERGONOMICS

Note regarding Repetitive Stress Injury (RSI):

Wacom makes no representation, promise or guarantee that Wacom products will cure or prevent, in whole or in part, mouse-induced repetitive stress symptoms, injuries or conditions. Individual results may vary. Always obtain competent medical advice to determine the most appropriate treatment for your specific situation.

• Maintain a good posture at all times.

• Use a gentle grip when working with your tools.

• Periodically shift your gaze from your computer and focus on other objects within the room. This will help to relax your eyes.

• Take short breaks between tasks to stretch and relax your muscles.

• Alternate tasks and tools throughout the day. Minimize awkward postures and repetitive movements that cause discomfort.

• Change your position if you feel any discomfort due to your work position.

• If using the tablet primarily as a creative tool, consider placing the tablet below the keyboard, centered with respect to your monitor.

• For right-handed use, position the tablet so the input (active) area is located to the right of the ExpressKeys. For left-handed use, position to the left of the ExpressKeys. See configuring the tablet

orientation.

• If using the tablet as a primary pointing device and mouse replacement, consider placing it to the right or left of your keyboard.

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You will discover many ways of using your Intuos tablet. For example, if your tablet supports both pen and touch, you can add touch to your workflow:

Zooming Use two fingers on the tablet surface to zoom-in

and zoom-out.

Photo retouching Use the pressure-sensitive pen to edit images

within a photo or image editing application.

Annotation Simplify document reviews by using the pen to

digitally mark-up and annotate documents.

Switch applications Swipe four fingers across the tablet surface to

open the application switcher.

Open the Radial Menu Using three fingers, tap and hold on the tablet surface

to open the Radial Menu

Show tablet settings Swipe five fingers down the tablet surface to show your

tablets settings for easy customization.

For details on these and other ways to work with your tablet, see the touch experience with Intuos

the Grip Pen, or ta bl e t c on tr ol s .

, using

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CONFIGURING THE TABLET ORIENTATION

When you first installed Intuos, you were prompted to choose a default tablet orientation. The orientation you chose was used to determine the tablet default settings.

However, you can easily reconfigure Intuos for left- or right-handed users at any time. ExpressKey and Touch Ring settings are automatically reconfigured when you change the handedness setting.

Right-handed operation:

• Open the Wacom Tablet control panel Choose the E automatically configures all aspects of the tablet (including the Wacom Tablet control panel options) for correct right-handed use.

• Next, physically rotate your tablet so the tablet ExpressKeys are positioned to the left. See also USB cable installation

XPRESSKEYS LEFT orientation option. The tablet driver

and select the MAPPING tab.

Left-handed operation

• Open the control panel E

XPRESSKEYS RIGHT orientation option. The tablet driver

automatically configures all aspects of the tablet (including the Wacom Tablet control panel options) for correct left-handed use.

• Next, physically rotate your tablet so the tablet ExpressKeys are positioned to the right. See also USB cable installation

Verify you have correctly set the orientation by moving the pen “up” on the tablet.

To work with a tall monitor

• Choose E ExpressKeys are oriented toward the top.

• Choose E and ExpressKeys are oriented toward the bottom.

: If you have an Intuos Mouse, click the control panel OPTIONS... button to set the device for right- or left-

Tip

handed use. See advanced options

XPRESSKEYS TOP to work with the tablet rotated 90 degrees clockwise. The Touch Ring and

XPRESSKEYS BOTTOM to work with the tablet rotated 90 degrees counter-clockwise. The Touch Ring

and select the MAPPING tab. Choose the

Note: This procedure does not affect the default orientation. At the system log on and user switching

screens, the tablet uses the default orientation you chose during the install process. To change the default orientation, you must re-install the tablet driver.

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USB CABLE INSTALLATION

The USB cable can be connected to best suit your preferred handedness.

1. Connect the USB cable to the tablet.

2. For left-handed use, loop and press the cable into the looping clip on the USB plug.

3. Connect the other end of the cable to your computer.

Right-handed use

See also configuring the tablet orientation

Left-handed use

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UNDERSTANDING THE TABLET ACTIVE AREA

Depending on your tablet model, Intuos can accept pen input or both pen and touch input. Note, however, that pen input and touch cannot be used at the same time.

Pen input Your Intuos input tools work only on the active area of tablet models

that support pen input. Wherever you place the pen on the tablet, the screen pointer will

jump to the corresponding point on the screen. The screen pointer indicates pen position, and follows the movement of the pen across the tablet surface.

Learn about using the Grip Pen Note: The active area is a mapped representation of your computer

screen(s). By default it uses the entire screen or all screens if you have multiple displays. You can customize the mapping relationship for pen input by setting the ta b l e t to s c re en

mapping.

Tablet active area The area of your Intuos tablet that senses pen input or touch. For tablet models that support both pen input and touch

Touch input is ignored whenever the pen tip or eraser is within the tablet proximity range tablet active area to enable touch.

. Lift the pen and your hand away from the

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Touch input On touch-sensitive tablet models, slide your finger(s) across the active

area to position the screen pointer.

• Click or right-click.

• Scroll and zoom.

• Move between pages in most web browsers and document or picture viewers. You can also display the Radial Menu.

• Switch between applications and perform other desktop functions.

• Save your work or view your Wacom tablet settings.

Some gestures can be customized. Learn about the touch experience with Intuos

Tablet active area The area of your Intuos tablet that senses touch or pen input. For tablet models that support both pen input and touch

Touch input is ignored whenever the pen tip or eraser is within the tablet

proximity range

area to enable touch.

. Lift the pen and your hand away from the tablet active

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WORKING WITH MULTIPLE MONITORS

If your computer is equipped with more than one monitor, Intuos will map to the monitors based upon how they are configured in the display properties control panel.

• If more than one monitor is in use and you are in extended monitor mode, the tablet maps to all monitors as if they were one large display.

Monitor 1 Monitor 2

Example of tablet mapping to a single monitor.

Example of tablet mapping to the entire system desktop, which is displayed on two monitors.

• If your monitors are in mirror mode (both monitors display the same content), the tablet maps to the entire space on each monitor and the screen cursor is displayed on each monitor simultaneously.

See your hardware and operating system documentation for details on configuring your computer and operating system for use with multiple monitors.

Tips

You can customize the tablet to map to a single monitor, or to a portion of the monitor area. See tablet to screen mapping

When your system is configured with multiple monitors, you can assign the D to an ExpressKey. This enables you to toggle the current tablet mapping and screen cursor between the primary display and your other monitors. See working with Display Toggle

ISPLAY TOGGLE function

CONTROL PANEL BASICS

After mastering the basics of using your Intuos tablet, you may want to customize the way touch or pen input works. The Wacom Tablet control panel is where you customize your Intuos tablet settings.

Manage your control panel settings Control panel overview

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USING INTUOS

If you are new to using Intuos, read the following sections. See also the touch experience with Intuos.

Important: Use only a compatible pen or Wacom input device, such as the pen that shipped with your product, or a Wacom accessory pen specified for use with Intuos5. Other pens may not function properly. See available parts and accessories

Using the Grip Pen Tab l et c o n t ro l s

USING THE GRIP PEN

The cordless, battery-free Grip Pen senses the amount of pressure, tilt, and rotation you apply to the pen.

There are four basic techniques for using the pen on the active area clicking, and dragging. If you are unfamiliar with using the pen, try the exercises on the following pages.

Note: For Intuos tablets that support both pen input and touch, the pen disengages touch input whenever

the pen tip or eraser is within the tablet proximity tablet active area to enable touch. If you experience unintended touch input, manually disable touch by pressing an ExpressKey set to T ExpressKey again to enable touch. See customizing the tablet functions Wacom Tablet control panel to disable touch.

Holding the pen Positioning Clicking Dragging Using the side switch Drawing with pressure sensitivity Drawing with tilt Erasing Eye-hand coordination exercise

OUCH ON/OFF. When done working with the pen, press the

of the tablet: pointing, clicking, double-

range. Lift the pen and your hand away from the

. You can also use the

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HOLDING THE PEN

Hold the Grip Pen like you would a normal pen or pencil. Adjust your grip so the side switch is in a convenient location where you can toggle it with your thumb or forefinger, but not accidently press the switch while drawing or positioning with the pen. Tilt the pen in any way that feels most comfortable.

Position for drawing and navigating Position for erasing

Place the pen stand within easy reach of your tablet. The stand allows for vertical or horizontal placement of the pen.

Important: When not in use, place the pen in the pen stand or lay it flat on your desk. To maintain the sensitivity of your pen, do not store the pen in a container where it will rest on its tip or eraser.

Leaving an Intuos tool on the tablet may interfere with screen cursor positioning when using other pointing devices, or may prevent your computer from going to sleep.

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POSITIONING

Use the pen to position the cursor (or pointer) on your screen.

Lift the pen and place the pen tip on the tablet active

area. The cursor jumps to the new location.

Move the screen cursor by hovering the pen over the tablet surface. Do this without surface, but while still keeping the pen tip within

proximity

To select an icon or folder, use your pen to position the screen cursor over the object. Press down to select.

Tips

of the tablet.

If you find using a pen to be somewhat difficult, try the eye-hand coordination exercise

Pointing is easier when you orient the tablet square to the computer monitor so the screen cursor follows the same direction as your hand movements on the tablet.

touching the tablet

You can set the pen to position the screen cursor two different ways: pen mode, or mouse mode See tab l e t to sc re e n m ap pi n g

In pen mode

, wherever you place the pen on the tablet, the screen cursor jumps to a corresponding point

on the display screen. The screen pointer indicates pen position, and follows the movement of the pen across the tablet surface. This is the default setting for the pen.

When positioning the screen cursor and operating a pen button, the pen tip needs to be within approximately 10 mm (0.4inch) of the tablet surface. The pen tip does not need to touch the tablet in order to move the screen cursor or use the side switch.

All Intuos tools work only over the active area of the tablet.

10 mm (0.4 inch) proximity, approximately

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CLICKING

Click to highlight or select something on the screen. Double-click to open it.

Clicking. Tap the pen tip once on the tablet, or press the pen tip on the tablet with enough force to register a click. There is no audible pen tip “click” sound. Try clicking on a folder icon by moving the screen cursor over the icon and pressing down on the pen tip. The folder should highlight when you press.

: Configure Windows to select when hovering the pen over an icon and to launch the icon with a single click.

Tip

To turn on this feature, first open a folder. Windows 7 and Vista

GENERAL tab select SINGLE-CLICK TO OPEN AN ITEM (POINT TO SELECT). Windows XP

SINGLE-CLICK TO OPEN AN ITEM (POINT TO SELECT).

: From the TOOLS pull-down menu choose FOLDER OPTIONS.... From the GENERAL tab select

: From the ORGANIZE pull-down menu choose FOLDER AND SEARCH OPTIONS.... From the

Double-clicking same place with the pen tip. This is like clicking twice with a mouse button. Try double-clicking on a folder icon to open it.

Tip

: Press the upper side switch to double-click.

This is easier than tapping twice with the pen tip, and is the preferred method of doubleclicking with a pen.

. Quickly tap the tablet twice in the

DRAGGING

Dragging is used to select and move objects on the monitor screen.

First point to an object. Then press the pen tip to the tablet and slide it across the tablet surface. The selected object will move across the display screen.

To select text within a document, move the screen cursor to the beginning of a text line. Then drag the pen across the tablet to highlight the text.

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USING THE SIDE SWITCH

The pen side switch has two customizable functions that can be selected by rocking the switch in either direction. You can use the switch whenever the pen tip is within 10 mm (0.4 inch) of the tablet active area. You do not have to touch the pen tip to the tablet in order to use the switch.

The default switch positions are:

Upper: D

Lower: RIGHT CLICK

Press the upper switch to double-click. This is easier than tapping twice with the pen tip.

Press the lower switch to right-click and bring up application-specific or icon-specific menus.

Tip

: To position a document or image in any

OUBLE CLICK

direction within the active window, set a switch function to P the pen button and move the pen tip across the tablet. As you move the pen tip, the document or image is repositioned to follow the direction of pen movement on the tablet. Release the pen button or lift the pen tip from the tablet surface when done.

In some application windows the document will precisely follow the screen cursor as you move the pen tip. In others it will simply move in the same general direction as the screen cursor.

AN/SCROLL. Then press

To assign new switch functions, see customizing tool buttons

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DRAWING WITH PRESSURE SENSITIVITY

The pen responds to your hand movements, enabling you to create natural-looking pen and brush strokes within applications that support this feature. Many graphics applications have drawing tools that respond to the pressure you place on the pen. For example, sliders are used in some applications to vary line characteristics such as width, color, and opacity. These characteristics can be controlled much better by the pen’s pressure sensitivity. You can vary line width, blend colors, and change opacity with the pressure you exert upon the pen. The digital ink respond to the pressure you place on the pen.

To draw, write, or ink with pressure sensitivity, move the pen along the surface of the tablet while applying various amounts of pressure downward on the tip of the pen.

• Press hard for thick lines or dense color.

• Press gently for thin lines or softer color.

Note that some applications require you first select a pressure-sensitive tool from the application tool palette.

To adjust the tip feel, see adjusting tip feel and

double-click.

Visit our web site for a list of applications that support pressure. See product information

tools in Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, and Office 2007 or later also

The pen also supports 360 degrees of rotation around the pen axis. As you draw within an application that supports rotation sensitivity, simply twist the pen to create lines that narrow or broaden.

DRAWING WITH TILT

The tablet recognizes when you tilt the pen from vertical to incline positions. Tilt can be used to control line shape and thickness in supporting applications. This is like working with an airbrush where tilt can be used to make a line thin when the tool is vertical, or wide when the tool is tilted. In other applications, you can adjust tilt to define brush characteristics such as width, color, and opacity.

To test tilt, draw a curve in a graphics application, such as Corel Ensure the tilt function in your application is active. Then change the tilt of the pen as you draw to vary the shape and thickness of the brush stroke.

You can adjust the brush characteristics within your application to create different effects.

To adjust the amount of pen tilt required to produce a desired effect in your application, see

customizing tilt sensitivity

Visit our web site for a list of applications that support tilt. See product information

® Painter

, that supports tilt.

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ERASING

The pen eraser works like the eraser on a pencil.

You can erase intuitively and naturally in graphics applications that support the pen eraser. When you use the pen eraser, the application will automatically switch to the eraser tool.

In applications that support pressure sensitivity, you can select pressure-sensitive tools in the application tool palette to vary the width and depth of your erasures as you change the amount of pressure exerted upon the pen.

See adjusting eraser feel

Use the pen eraser in Microsoft Windows 7, Vista, and Office 2007 or later to erase notes or sketches made with digital ink or spreadsheet cells within an application.

In supporting text applications use the eraser to select text, then lift the eraser from the tablet to delete the text.

for more information.

, and to select and delete text

Visit our web site for a list of applications that support the eraser (see product information

). If the eraser is

not supported in an application, you can still use the eraser for positioning, drawing, or annotation.

EYE-HAND COORDINATION EXERCISE

This exercise is designed to retrain your eye-hand coordination for using the pen:

1. Open any graphics application. Use the line tool to draw a rectangular grid with line spacings of about 20-25 mm (3/4 to 1 inch). You can use your standard mouse to do this.

2. Choose a free-hand tool in your application and use the pen to draw a dot at each grid intersection.

3. Draw an X at each grid intersection.

4. Clear your screen and make a simple drawing of your own. The more you use your pen, the easier drawing, writing, and navigation will become.

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TABLET CONTROLS

To improve your workflow in graphics or other applications, Intuos features ExpressKeys and a Touch Ring. While using your dominant hand for touch or pen input, you can simultaneously use your other hand to operate the ExpressKeys or Touch Ring.

Active area

The section of your tablet that senses touch or pen input.

ExpressKeys

Press the customizable ExpressKeys to perform frequently used functions or keystrokes, or to simulate button clicks or modifier keys.

Note: Small-sized tablets are

equipped with six ExpressKeys.

Touch Ring

Slide your finger around the ring to zoom, scroll, or perform other custom actions.

Press the toggle (center) button to toggle between four customizable modes. As you toggle between settings, a corresponding status LED illuminates.

USING THE EXPRESSKEYS

Press individual keys to perform frequently used functions or keystrokes. ExpressKeys can also be used to modify touch, pen, or other input tool properties as you work. If your tablet supports touch use gestures to perform many of these functions.

ExpressKeys configuration when positioned on left side of tablet (E

XPRESSKEYS LEFT).

Pen & touch tablet default settings:

OUCH ON/OFF

SHOW SETTINGS

PRECISION MODE

DISPLAY TOGGLE

ExpressKeys configuration when positioned on right side of tablet (EXPRESSKEYS RIGHT).

, you can also

SHIFT modifier key

TRL/CMD modifier key

LT/OPT modifier key

AN/SCROLL

Notes:

Pen-only tablets D

ISPLAY TOGGLE, SHIFT, CTRL/CMD, ALT/OPT, and PAN SCROLL.

. The default settings from top to bottom are: SHOW SETTINGS, RADIAL MENU, PRECISION MODE,

Small-sized tablets are equipped with six ExpressKeys. Small-sized pen & touch tablets

. The default settings from top to bottom are: TOUCH ON/OFF, SHOW SETTINGS, SHIFT, CTRL/CMD, ALT/OPT, and PAN/SCROLL. Small-sized pen-only tablets A

LT/OPT, and PAN SCROLL.

. The default settings are: SHOW SETTINGS, PRECISION MODE, SHIFT, CTRL/CMD,

The ExpressKeys can be operated in combination with one another. For example, customize one key for the

TRL function and another for ALT. When you press both keys at the same time a CTRL+ALT function is

C initiated.

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Use the Radial Menu

Rest your finger on an ExpressKey to activate the Express View display

to expand the functionality of your tablet.

, which shows the

ExpressKey settings.

Display an interactive diagram of the current tablet settings by pressing an ExpressKey set to S

SETTINGS.

HOW

Consider some of these other ways to use the ExpressKeys:

• Set a key to a commonly used keyboard shortcut.

• Set a key to launch a commonly used file or application.

• If you prefer not to (or cannot) use the side switches on your Grip Pen, then set a key to right- or double-click.

• Choose from any of the other available functions

. See customizing the ExpressKeys.

Important: Some applications can override and control the ExpressKey functions. For details, see

using applications integrated for tablet control

Use the Wacom Tablet control panel to customize the ExpressKey options.

Manage your control panel settings Control panel overview Customizing the ExpressKeys

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USING THE TOUCH RING

Slide your finger around the ring to zoom in or out, scroll up or down, or to issue the assigned keystroke functions.

Example of zooming in Move your finger clockwise along the ring to zoom in or scroll down in most applications.

Tap the upper portion of the Touch Ring for single increment changes based on the assigned function.

Example of zooming out Move your finger counter-clockwise to zoom out or scroll up. Tap the lower portion of the

Touch Ring for single increment changes.

Touch Ring configuration when positioned on left side of tablet. Default settings:

Tap upper or lower portion of ring for incremental changes.

Press the toggle button to switch between four customizable modes. As you toggle between settings, a corresponding status LED illuminates. Any disabled settings are skipped in the toggle sequence.

A diagram of the current Touch Ring settings appears briefly on your display screen as you press the toggle.

Setting 1: A to zoom in graphics applications and scroll in other applications.

Page scrolling is not supported. Some applications may interpret zooming as

scrolling, or may completely ignore zooming. Likewise, scrolling may be interpreted as zooming, or ignored completely.

Setting 2: C cycle up or down through a stack of layers when working in Adobe Photoshop. Move your finger clockwise along the ring to cycle up through layers.

Setting 3: B increase or decrease the brush size of your drawing tool when working in Adobe Photoshop.

Setting 4: C rotate or flip an entire image when working in Adobe Photoshop CS4 or later.

See customizing the Touch Ring Touch Ring works.

UTO SCROLL/ZOOM. Sets the ring

YCLE LAYERS. Enables you to

RUSH SIZE. Sets the ring to

ANVAS ROTATION. Enables you to

to modify how the

Important: Some applications can override and control the Touch Ring functions. For details, see

using applications integrated for tablet control

Use the Wacom Tablet control panel to customize the Touch Ring options.

Manage your control panel settings Control panel overview Customizing the Touch Ring

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THE TOUCH EXPERIENCE WITH INTUOS

Intuos is designed to enhance the way you work. Touch enables you to interact with a computer using only your fingertips on the Intuos tablet.

Use touch on Intuos just like on other Mac and Windows devices such as phones, trackpads, and notebooks. First learn the basic actions to navigate and perform typical mouse operations. Then learn how to scroll, zoom, and rotate.

Touch input is activated whenever you touch the tablet active area

• When using touch, you can generally position your fingers as far apart as is comfortable. However, placing your fingers too closely together may be interpreted by the tablet as input from a single finger, or the tablet may confuse which finger initiated or performed an action or gesture. Your fingers must remain within the active area.

• Experiment with touch to see what works best for you. Take care to prevent accidentally touching the tablet when making gestures. For example, if your small finger or the palm of your hand touches the active area of the tablet when zooming or scrolling, then you may trigger an unanticipated right-click.

Note: For tablet models that support both pen input and touch, the pen disengages touch input whenever

the pen tip or eraser is within the tablet proximity range tablet active area to enable touch.

Navigating with touch Customizing touch Tes t in g t o u c h

. Lift the pen and your hand away from the

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NAVIGATING WITH TOUCH

The touch feature of your Intuos tablet enables you to control a computer using only your fingertips on the tablet surface. See understanding the tablet active area

Touch options can be individually enabled or disabled within the Wacom Tablet control panel. Touch is on when selected in the S

TANDARD GESTURES or MY GESTURES tab.

• Use basic actions to navigate and perform typical mouse operations.

• Use gestures to scroll, zoom, rotate, and perform other functions. Some gestures may provide a visual cue on your display screen to indicate when the gesture has been recognized by Intuos.

Uncheck to disable touch. Touch can be completely disabled

(and again enabled) from any of the touch function tabs in the Wacom Tablet control panel.

You can customize your touch experience functions.

STANDARD GESTURES tab shown.

and also customize the ExpressKeys to perform some touch

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ONE-FINGER ACTIONS

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Tra ck

. Use a single finger to move the screen cursor.

Touch and slide your finger across the tablet surface.

AP TO CLICK

Click. Using a single finger, track to an item. Lift your finger and tap to select.

Double-click

. Using a single finger, track to an item.

Lift your finger and tap twice.

RAG

(DRAG LOCK disabled). Using a single finger, tap on an item to select. Then again quickly tap down and track (slide) your finger across the tablet to drag. Lift your finger to release the item.

Tips

You can select and drag multiple items on the system desktop:

Windows

: Press the CTRL or SHIFT key as you tap to

select multiple items.

: Press the SHIFT or COMMAND key as you tap to

Mac select multiple items.

You can also select and drag

with two fingers.

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TWO-FINGER ACTIONS AND GESTURES

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DRAG LOCK

(DRAG LOCK enabled). Using a single finger, tap on an item to select. Then track (slide) your finger across the tablet to drag. Tap again to release the item.

DD TAP TO CLICK

Select and drag. Using a single finger, track to an item. Select by touching your thumb or a second finger to the left of that finger. If you will be dragging an item or selecting blocks of text, we recommend using two fingers instead of your finger and thumb.

• To move the selected item, continue moving both fingers across the tablet.

• To highlight a text block, continue moving both fingers across the tablet as you select text.

• You can also extend a drag without releasing the selection. To do this, lift the first finger and move your second finger to a new position. Then again touch the first finger to the tablet and continue to drag with both fingers.

Lift your thumb or second finger to release.

Note: If the tablet is set for left-handed orientation, touch to

the right of the primary finger.

DD TAP TO RIGHT CLICK

Using a single finger, track to an item. Then with a second finger touch and release to the right of that finger. Releasing your finger issues a right-click and brings up a context menu at the screen cursor position.

You can then track to an option in the menu and select it by tapping your finger.

Note: If the tablet is set for left-handed orientation, touch to

the left of the primary finger.

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TAP TO RIGHT CLICK

To right-click and bring up a context menu at the screen cursor position, tap the tablet surface with two fingers spaced slightly apart. Use a quick tapping motion with both fingers at the same time.

You can then track to an option in the menu and select it by tapping your finger.

CROLL

Place two fingers on the tablet surface. Using a smooth motion, move your fingers together in parallel.

• Scroll up by moving your fingers in an upward motion.

• Scroll down by moving your fingers in a downward motion.

• Scroll left by moving your fingers in a leftward motion.

• Scroll right by moving your fingers in a rightward motion.

Tips

Flick your fingers at the end of the gesture to continue scrolling for a short time after your fingers leave the tablet.

For windows that scroll vertically and horizontally, move your fingers in any direction and the document view will follow.

If you prefer vertical only scrolling, from the Wacom Tablet control panel S

ERTICAL from the SCROLL drop-down menu.

Fast scroll

. Quickly move (or flick) two fingers together,

TANDARD GESTURES tab select

lifting your fingers at the end of the motion.

• Fast scroll up by flicking your fingers in an upward motion.

• Fast scroll down by flicking your fingers in a downward motion.

Note: Fast scrolling works only for vertical scrolling.

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ZOOM

First place two fingers on the tablet surface.

• Zoom-in by moving (expanding) your fingers away from one another.

• Zoom-out by moving (pinching) your fingers toward one another.

Note: If zoom functions do not operate correctly within

Adobe S Photoshop P

Photoshop®, verify that the ZOOM WITH

CROLL WHEEL function is not selected within the

REFERENCES options.

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ROTATE

Two finger rotate. Place two fingers diagonally on the tablet surface and then rotate them clockwise or counterclockwise.

For best recognition of this gesture, start with your fingers positioned diagonally on the tablet surface and keep them at least 25 mm (1 inch) apart.

Note: The rotation gesture may work differently

depending on the application you are working with. For example, rotation may work smoothly, in 90-degree increments, or not at all.

Rotate around finger

. Place two fingers diagonally on the tablet surface. Keep one finger stationary and move the other finger around it.

For best recognition of this gesture, start with your fingers positioned diagonally on the tablet surface and keep them at least 25 mm (1 inch) apart.

Note: The rotation gesture may work differently

depending on the application you are working with. For example, rotation may work smoothly, in 90-degree increments, or not at all.

THREE-FINGER GESTURES

WIPE LEFT/RIGHT TO NAVIGATE

Forward or Back (swipe right or left). Swipe using three fingers spaced slightly apart, lifting your fingers at the end of the motion.

• Send a ‘Forward’ command in most browsers and

picture viewers by swiping to the right.

• Send a ‘Back’ command in most browsers and picture

viewers by swiping to the left.

Tips

Swiping is similar to using the right and left arrow keys in document viewers.

Use the swipe gestures to page forward or back in most web browsers.

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FOUR-FINGER GESTURES

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TAP AND HOLD to display RADIAL MENU

Using three fingers spaced slightly apart, tap and hold them on the tablet surface. This action will open the Radial Menu on your display screen. Release your fingers to work with the Radial Menu

This gesture can be customized. See choosing custom

touch functions.

WIPE LEFT/RIGHT TO SWITCH APPLICATIONS

Using four fingers spaced slightly apart, move your fingers left or right to open the application switcher. Then using a single finger, move left or right to highlight an application. Tap to select an application.

Windows XP

: Using four fingers, move them left or right to open the application switcher. Swipe your fingers again to open the next application in the list.

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SWIPE UP to SHOW DESKTOP

Using four fingers spaced slightly apart, swipe up to show the desktop. Swipe up again to move your open windows back to the desktop.

This gesture can be customized. See choosing custom

touch functions.

WIPE DOWN for FLIP 3D/EXPOSé

Using four fingers spaced slightly apart, swipe down.

•Flip 3D (Windows)

: Your first swipe opens Flip 3D. Swipe down again to close Flip 3D. Not available for Windows XP.

Alternatively, move your fingers down 1 cm (0.4 inch) to open Flip 3D. Without lifting your fingers, continue moving downward to select applications to the left, or move upward to select applications to the right. Lift any finger to dismiss Flip 3D.

• Exposé (Mac)

: Your first swipe opens Exposé.

Swipe down again to close Exposé.

This gesture can be customized. See choosing custom

touch functions.

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FIVE-FINGER GESTURES

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WIPE DOWN to SHOW SETTINGS

Using five fingers spaced slightly apart, swipe down to activate (on your display screen) an interactive diagram of the current ExpressKey, Touch Ring, and pen settings.

Click on a section of the diagram to open the appropriate Wacom Tablet control panel tab. You can then adjust settings as needed.

Swipe down again to dismiss the diagram, or click anywhere outside of the diagram.

This gesture can be customized. See choosing custom

touch functions.

AP AND HOLD to SAVE

Using five fingers spaced slightly apart, tap and hold them on the tablet surface. This action will save your work in the open application window.

This gesture can be customized. See choosing custom

touch functions.

CUSTOMIZING TOUCH

Use the Wacom Tablet control panel to customize Intuos for the way you like to interact with your tablet and computer when using touch. Select the T customize, and change settings using the available options. See also navigating with touch

Manage your control panel settings Control panel overview Setting the touch options Choosing standard touch functions Choosing custom touch functions Application-specific settings Disabling touch

OUCH icon in the TOOL list. Select an appropriate tab to

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SETTING THE TOUCH OPTIONS

Select the TOUCH OPTIONS tab. The touch options determine how fast you must move or tap your fingers in order for an action or gesture to be recognized.

Adjusts the screen pointer for speed of tracking and navigating. Choose a S

LOW speed to move

the screen cursor at a slower rate with more finger motion. Choose a F

AST speed to move the screen

Adjusts how fast you must tap to register a double-click. To test your setting, position the screen cursor over the T

EST area and tap twice.

cursor quickly with less motion.

Sets the scrolling speed of the S

CROLL touch gesture.

Sets the acceleration level of the screen pointer. Choose a L

setting for a slower response to your finger motion on the tablet. Choose a H

IGH setting for a quicker

response.

Note: Touch speed and acceleration settings are independent of system settings. Changes you make to these

settings in the Wacom Tablet control panel do not affect similar system settings. However, changes made to similar system settings may affect your Intuos tablet settings.

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CHOOSING STANDARD TOUCH FUNCTIONS

To customize Intuos for your touch preferences, select the STANDARD GESTURES tab.

To uc h actions and gestures are available when

selected. So that you may work in different ways, some

functions (such as a right-click) can be performed using different actions or gestures.

Position the screen cursor over a touch option to see a static image of that function.

If you do not choose a specific option to view, then the control panel will display each option sequentially, from top to bottom.

CHOOSING CUSTOM TOUCH FUNCTIONS

To create custom touch gestures, select the MY GESTURES tab.

To uc h gestures are available when selected,

and are modified based on your selection from the drop-down menus.

Position the screen cursor over a touch option to see a static image of that function.

If you do not choose a specific option to view, then the control panel will display each option sequentially, from top to bottom.

DISABLING TOUCH

Choose the STANDARD GESTURES, MY GESTURES, or TOUCH OPTIONS tab to disable and enable touch.

• Deselect to disable touch. You can still work with the ExpressKeys and pen.

•Select to E

• This option can also be changed by pressing an ExpressKey to which the T

OUCH ON/OFF function has been

assigned.

NABLE TOUCH.

You can also disable or enable touch using the S

HOW SETTINGS option, which displays an interactive

diagram of the current tablet settings on your display screen.

TANDARD GESTURES tab shown.

Click TOUCH PROPERTIES... to access your touch settings.

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TE S T IN G TO U CH

If you encounter problems with touch, it is a good idea to first check the assigned touch functions or reset them to their default conditions.

To further test touch:

1. Attempt to move the screen cursor by tracking your finger across the tablet surface. Then tap to select an item. A status LED should brighten when you touch the active area of the tablet. See also te s ti ng

your tablet.

2. Open the Wacom Tablet control panel and click on the A click D

IAGNOSE.... The DIAGNOSTICS dialog box shows dynamic information about the tablet, your input

tool(s), and appropriate information for touch-sensitive tablets. See also testing controls and input

tools.

3. With the D

IAGNOSTICS dialog box open, touch the tablet surface with first one, then with two fingers.

Each time you touch the tablet surface, a tablet status LED should brighten and the T should change.

4. When you are done, click the C

LOSE button to exit the dialog box.

BOUT button. In the dialog box that appears,

OUCH INFO state

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CUSTOMIZING INTUOS

Use the Wacom Tablet control panel to customize Intuos for the way you like to work.

Advanced users can learn how to further optimize Intuos by creating application-specific settings

Manage your control panel settings Control panel overview Customizing the pen Customizing touch Customizing the tablet functions Tablet to screen mapping Button functions Using and customizing the Radial Menu Working with Display Toggle Application-specific settings Working with multiple tools Changing the tablet mode Advanced options

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MANAGE YOUR CONTROL PANEL SETTINGS

To open the Wacom Tablet control panel:

•Windows and choose the W

•Mac folder. Then click on the W

You can begin customizing Intuos after opening the control panel. The control panel displays only those tabs and options that apply to your current tablet model and configuration. See control panel overview

Note: User-specific preferences are supported. After logging on, each user can customize their personal

settings in the Wacom Tablet control panel. Switching to another user will automatically load the settings for that user.

Tip: To display an interactive diagram of the current tablet settings, press an ExpressKey or other tool

button set to S

Click on any section of the diagram to open the appropriate Wacom Tablet control panel tab.

. Click on the Windows START button and choose ALL PROGRAMS. Then select WACOM TABLET

ACOM TABLET PROPERTIES option.

. Open SYSTEM PREFERENCES from either the Dock, the Apple menu, or from the APPLICATIONS

ACOM TABLET icon.

HOW SETTINGS.

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CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW

Use the Wacom Tablet control panel to customize your Intuos tablet or input tools. When you open the control panel, an icon for the Grip Pen or other input tool is displayed in the T displayed for tablets that support touch. The appropriate tabs are displayed.

To customize, make changes to the tab controls. Experiment with different settings to find what works best for you. Any changes you make will take effect immediately. Click D

Note: Application-specific settings

are for advanced users.

EFAULT to return to the factory settings.

OOL list. A TOUCH icon is also

Icons represent your TABLET, TOOL, and A

PPLICATION settings.

Tabs display customizable settings for the selected T

Displays information dialog, and option to D

IAGNOSE... your

product.

OOL.

Choose F customize the ExpressKey, Touch Ring, and Radial

Menu settings. Display Toggle

options are available on multiple monitor systems.

For touch-sensitive tablets, choose T to customize your touch settings. See customizing

touch.

Choose G customize your Intuos pen settings. The icon is available after you have used a pen on the tablet. Different tools may be named differently.

Returns the selected tab to its default settings.

UNCTIONS to

OUCH

RIP PEN to

Displays advanced options

Downloads or displays this manual.

Tool Tips are available for most control panel items. Position the screen cursor over an item and let it rest there. The appropriate Tool Tip will pop up in a few moments.

Your keyboard tab and arrow keys can also be used to navigate the control panel.

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Control panel lists and tabs: The control panel TABLET, TOOL, and APPLICATION lists allow you to select the tablet, tool, or application for which you want to change settings.

The TABLET list displays an icon for any supported tablet or pen display that has been installed on your system and is currently connected. All settings shown below the list apply to the selected tablet or pen display.

• The control panel will not launch unless a supported tablet or pen display is connected to the computer.

• Settings can only be viewed or changed for an attached tablet or pen display.

• A tablet or pen display cannot be deleted from the control panel list unless it is attached to the computer.

CUSTOMIZING THE PEN

You can easily customize the pen. Use the pen to open the Wacom Tablet control panel. The pen will be selected in the T the pen from the T

OOL list and the appropriate tabs will be displayed. If not automatically selected, choose

OOL list. Select a tab and choose from the available options.

Adjusting eraser feel

Customizing tilt sensitivity

Customizing tool buttons

Tablet to screen mapping

Adjusting tip feel and double-click Advanced tip and eraser pressure settings Application-specific settings

Wacom offers a number of optional pens, such as the Art Pen and Airbrush, that are compatible for use with Intuos.

• The Art Pen features a pressure-sensitive tip and eraser, as well as sensitivity to tilt and rotation. Rotating the barrel in supporting applications creates a unique effect.

• The Airbrush is a true digital airbrush. It features a pressure-sensitive tip and eraser, tilt sensitivity, and a fingerwheel to control the application of digital paint.

These tools are fully supported in the Wacom driver software. They will appear in the T

OOL list of the

Wacom Tablet control panel after you touch the tablet surface with the tip of the tool. The control panel will automatically update to show the new tool and the options available for customization.

In supporting applications you can adjust the functionality of the Art Pen rotation or the Airbrush fingerwheel within the application. See the documentation that came with your application for details.

To learn more about these and other optional tools that can be used with Intuos, visit www.wacom.com and choose the Wacom web site for your region. On the web site you can also find a list of applications that currently support the advanced features of these tools.

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ADJUSTING TIP FEEL AND DOUBLE-CLICK

To adjust the tip sensitivity of your pen, select the PEN tab.

Customizes the amount of pressure needed to click, draw, or ink.

To create broad brush strokes or to click with a light touch, use a S control while drawing thin lines, use a F setting.

OFT tip setting. For maximum

IRM tip

Click to further customize

the tip sensitivity.

With your screen cursor positioned over an empty area of the control panel, press down on the tablet with the pen tip. Use the pressure bar to determine how hard you must press on the pen to reach maximum pressure.

Adjusts the size of the double-click area. Drag slider to O not want double-click assist

Tips

Use a soft T

IP FEEL for a wider range of pressure values in most pressure-sensitive applications.

In some applications a soft pressure setting can make the pen overreact so that slight pressure on the pen will be magnified on the screen. If you experience this, try a firmer T

IP FEEL setting.

To make double-clicking easier, expand the tap area that accepts a double-click (the double-click distance). A large double-click distance may cause a delay at the beginning of brush strokes in some drawing

applications. This may also cause a delay at the beginning of a drag action or inking stroke. If you notice such effects, try setting a smaller double-click distance and using the side switch to double-click. You can also set an ExpressKey to double-click

FF if you do

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ADJUSTING ERASER FEEL

To adjust the eraser sensitivity of your pen, select the ERASER tab.

Customizes the amount of pressure needed to erase.

Select the function to perform when using the eraser.

Click to further customize

With your screen cursor positioned over an empty area of the control panel, press down on the tablet with the pen eraser. Use the pressure bar to determine how hard you must press on the eraser to reach maximum pressure.

the eraser sensitivity.

ADVANCED TIP AND ERASER PRESSURE SETTINGS

To further customize tip or eraser pressure settings, select the PEN or ERASER tab and click on the

USTOMIZE... button. Options within the PEN FEEL DETAILS dialog box enable you to independently change

C the tip or eraser pressure sensitivity and click threshold settings.

Graphically displays the selected pressure sensitivity curve and click threshold settings.

Move the pressure controls to change the sensitivity curve.

•C

LICK: THRESHOLD determines the amount

of force required to register pressure or generate a pen click.

•Use the S slope of the pressure response curve.

•M

AX PRESSURE determines how hard you

must press the pen tip to reach maximum pressure.

A curve that increases quickly makes the pen feel more sensitive.

ENSITIVITY control to change the

Using your pen tip or eraser, make several strokes within the box to test the results of your changes.

Important: In the P

RASER FEEL slider, which override the advanced pressure settings.

or E

EN and ERASER tabs, these settings are adjusted simultaneously with the TIP FEEL

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CUSTOMIZING TOOL BUTTONS

Select the PEN tab to change the functions assigned to the side switches and tip of your pen.

Select the function to perform when pressing the upper or lower side switch.

The selected function occurs when you bring the pen tip within 10 mm (0.4 inch) of the tablet surface without touching the tablet and then press the upper or lower side switch.

Tip

: To make double-clicking easier,

set the side switch to D CLICK.

OUBLE

Double-click here to change the pen tip function.

• At least one tool button should be set to the C

• The tip must be set to C applications.

Note: You can change how the side switch operates for right clicks or other click functions. See advanced options

LICK in order to draw in most graphics

LICK function.

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CUSTOMIZING TILT SENSITIVITY

To adjust the tilt sensitivity of your pen, select the PEN tab. Tilt sensitivity determines how far you have to tilt the tool to produce the maximum tilt effect. You need to tilt the pen less at high sensitivity than at low sensitivity.

Drag the slider to increase or decrease TILT S

ENSITIVITY. Test the new setting in an

application that supports tilt. The tilt setting applies to both the tip and

eraser of your tool. Tilt is direction sensitive and can be used in

some applications to control brush orientation or other characteristics.

Visit the Wacom web site for a list of applications that currently support tilt.

CUSTOMIZING THE TABLET FUNCTIONS

To customize your Intuos tablet, open the Wacom Tablet control panel and select the FUNCTIONS icon in the

OOL list. Select a tab to customize, and change settings using the available options.

Customizing the ExpressKeys Customizing the Touch Ring Working with Display Toggle Application-specific settings

Using and customizing the Radial Menu

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CUSTOMIZING THE EXPRESSKEYS

To customize the ExpressKeys, select the EXPRESSKEYS tab. Each key can be customized to perform a Display Toggle, modifier, keystroke, or other function.

When you open the E menus.

Choose a function to perform when the key is pressed.

ExpressKey functions can be defined for use with specific applications

See using the ExpressKeys information.

Note: Small-sized tablets are equipped

with six ExpressKeys.

XPRESSKEYS tab, the current functions are shown in the corresponding pull-down

for more

Enables or disables the Express View display Rest your finger on an ExpressKey to activate

the display, which shows the ExpressKey settings.

Tab shown for right-handed use.

Important: Some applications can override and control the ExpressKey functions. For details, see

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CUSTOMIZING THE TOUCH RING

To customize the Touch Ring, select the TOUCH RING tab. Touch Ring functions can be modified to issue zooming, scrolling, or custom keystroke actions.

Choose a function to perform when using the Touch Ring. The ring can be toggled between four customizable modes.

Adjust speed to control the rate at which zooming and scrolling occurs, or the speed at which keystroke events are sent to an application.

Touch Ring functions can be defined for use with specific applications

See using the Touch Ring information.

for more

Tab depicts tablet configured for right-handed (EXPRESSKEYS LEFT) use.

Tips

To customize the ring for other actions, select the K function. To learn which keystroke shortcuts are supported by a particular application, see the documentation that came with the application.

Choose S To zoom images around the current position of the screen cursor when working in Adobe Photoshop CS3 or

later, open the Adobe Photoshop general preferences pane, check the Z click OK.

To set the brightness of the Touch Ring status LEDs and active area markers, click the O the bottom of the control panel. In the O needed.

KIP to set the Touch Ring toggle button to skip a function mode in the toggle sequence.

PTIONS dialog box change the BRIGHTNESS ADJUSTMENT setting as

EYSTROKE... option and define a custom keystroke

OOM WITH SCROLL WHEEL option, and

PTIONS... button at

Important: Some applications can override and control the Touch Ring functions. For details, see

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TABLET TO SCREEN MAPPING

Select the MAPPING tab to define the relationship between tool movement on the tablet surface and cursor movement on the monitor screen.

By default the entire active area of the tablet maps to the entire monitor. If more than one monitor is in use the tablet will map to all monitors. See working with multiple monitors

The ORIENTATION setting is tablet specific, and applies to all tools and applications. See configuring the tablet orientation

M moves.

•P

• M

Select a portion of screen area screen mapping.

Select a portion of tablet area Image dynamically updates to illustrate the selected mapping relationship.

screen mapping.

ODE options control how the screen cursor

EN MODE sets the cursor movement to

correspond with the position of your input tool on the tablet. Wherever you place your tool on the tablet, the cursor will jump to a corresponding point on the screen. This is known as absolute positing and is the default setting for the pen.

OUSE MODE enables you to move the

screen cursor with a “pick up and slide” motion similar to using a standard mouse.

for tablet to

When F maintained. The selected tablet area is mapped to the selected display area. Drawing a circle on the tablet may create an ellipse on the display screen. This is the default setting for all tools.

When F maintained. Drawing a circle on the tablet results in a circle on the display screen. Depending on your settings, some portions of the tablet active area may no longer be usable when this option is selected.

Note: Although Intuos is optimized for use with 16 : 10 aspect ratio displays, the default

ORCE PROPORTIONS is unchecked, the correct scale or proportions are not

ORCE PROPORTIONS is checked, the correct vertical and horizontal proportions are

settings automatically adjust for use with other aspect ratio displays.

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MOUSE MODE options determine how the input tool will track.

OUSE TRACKING options apply only to the

M Intuos Mouse.

• When U

SE TABLET ORIENTATION is selected,

moving the mouse toward the top of the tablet moves the screen cursor up. In this mode the entire active area of the tablet is available for mouse tracking.

• When U

SE MOUSE ORIENTATION is selected,

moving the mouse forward moves the screen cursor up. In this mode a reduced inset portion of the active area is available for mouse tracking. This is the default setting for all Intuos tablets.

Sets the screen cursor acceleration.

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Select a slower or faster screen cursor tracking speed.

Notes:

You can switch between pen mode and mouse mode by using the Radial Menu

If you frequently switch between pen mode and mouse mode, you can assign the M function to one of your tool buttons.

ODE TOGGLE...

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PORTION OF SCREEN AREA

To define which portion of the display screen your tablet will map to, in the MAPPING tab choose a SCREEN

REA option.

ULL Maps the entire monitor(s) area. This is the default setting. See also working

with multiple monitors.

ONITOR Maps the entire area of a single monitor that you choose. If more than one

monitor is connected to your system, an option will be available for each detected monitor.

ORTION... In the dialog that appears, choose a method for defining a portion of the

display:

• Drag corners of the foreground graphic to select the screen area.

• Select the C A

REA button and move the screen

cursor to select the screen area. Be sure to follow any M prompts.

• Enter coordinate values.

After defining a portion of the screen, you may need to use a different input device to access other portions of the screen area.

LICK TO DEFINE SCREEN

ESSAGE

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PORTION OF TABLET AREA

To define the tablet area that will be mapped to the screen area, in the MAPPING tab choose a TABLET AREA option.

ULL The entire active area of the tablet is mapped. This is the default setting.

ORTION... In the dialog that appears, choose a method for defining a portion of the tablet:

• Drag corners of the foreground graphic to select the tablet area that will be mapped to your selected screen area.

• Select the C button and use your tool on the tablet to select the tablet area. Be sure to follow any M

• Enter coordinate values.

LICK TO DEFINE TABLET AREA

ESSAGE prompts.

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BUTTON FUNCTIONS

Customize Intuos for the way you like to work. Simply use the Wacom Tablet control panel to change the button function that is assigned to an input tool button, ExpressKey, Touch Ring, or Radial Menu setting. Button function options may vary, depending on your tablet model. Not all options are available for all controls or tablet models.

FUNCTION NAME DESCRIPTION

CLICKS

•CLICK Simulates a primary mouse button click. Be sure at least one button performs this function so you can always navigate and click.

•R

IGHT CLICK Simulates a right mouse button click, which displays a context menu.

•M

IDDLE CLICK Simulates a middle mouse button click.

•D

OUBLE CLICK Simulates a double-click. For easier double-clicking, use this function instead of

tapping twice with the pen tip.

•C

LICK LOCK Simulates holding down the primary mouse button. Press the tool button once to

initiate click lock. Press the button again to release click lock. Click lock is useful for dragging objects or selecting blocks of text.

•4

TH CLICK Simulates a 4th mouse button click.

•5

TH CLICK Simulates a 5th mouse button click.

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FUNCTION NAME DESCRIPTION

KEYSTROKE... Enables you to simulate keystrokes. Select this option to display the DEFINE

EYSTROKE dialog box.

Enter a keystroke or keystroke combination in the K Keystroke combinations can include letters, numbers, function keys (such as F3) and modifier keys (such as S

COMMAND, and CONTROL for Mac). You can also choose special keystrokes or

keystroke combinations from the A

HIFT, ALT, or CTRL for Windows, or SHIFT, OPTION,

DD SPECIAL drop-down menu.

After defining a keystroke sequence, click OK.

Important: Because the E

NTER (Windows) and RETURN (Mac) keys can

be selected as a defined keystroke, they cannot be used to select OK. You must use your Intuos tool to click on the OK button.

Enter a name for the keystroke definition. The name will be displayed with the respective control or in the Radial Menu, as applicable.

You can create different keystroke functions for different applications. See application-specific settings

EYS entry box.

Deletes only the last entry in the keystroke entry box.

Clears the keystroke entry box.

When defining keystrokes for the Touch Ring or mouse fingerwheel, the dialog box provides two K

EYS

entry boxes. Assign keystroke functions as

described above for clockwise and counter-clockwise movement on the ring, or front and back movement of the mouse fingerwheel.

Enter a N

AME for the defined

keystrokes pair and click OK.

To learn which keystroke shortcuts are supported by a particular application, see the documentation that came with the application.

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FUNCTION NAME DESCRIPTION

MODIFIER... Enables you to simulate modifier key(s) (such as SHIFT, ALT, or CTRL for Windows,

SHIFT, OPTION, COMMAND, and CONTROL for Mac). Many applications use modifier

keys to constrain the size or placement of objects.

Choose one or more modifier key options.

Choose a C

LICKS option to simulate pressing a button of

the selected type on a mouse.

ADIAL MENU Displays the Radial Menu on your screen. Each level of the hierarchical menu

consists of eight menu slices which may contain various features and options to choose from.

ACK Simulates the BACK command in browser applications.

ORWARD Simulates the FORWARD command in browser applications.

AN/SCROLL Enables you to position a document or image in any direction within the active

pane. Do this by pressing a pen button set for P

AN/SCROLL and then dragging with

the pen tip across the tablet active area.

When you select P

AN/SCROLL, you are

prompted to set a scrolling speed for use in applications that do not support grabber hand (pixel-level) panning.

A slower setting reduces the scroll rate and is useful for close-up and detail work where you need precise control of the image.

As you move the pen tip, the document or image is repositioned to follow the direction of pen movement on the tablet.

Release the button or lift the pen tip from the tablet surface when you are done.

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FUNCTION NAME DESCRIPTION

AUTO SCROLL/ZOOM Sets the Touch Ring to zoom in most graphics applications and scroll in most

other applications.

CROLL Sets the Touch Ring for scrolling only action.

OOM Sets the Touch Ring for zooming only action.

HOW DESKTOP Minimizes all open windows to display a clean desktop.

WITCH APPLICATION Brings up the application switching dialog with focus on the next open application.

On Windows 7 and Vista systems running Aero, Flip 3D will be activated with focus on the next open applications.

PEN/RUN... Opens a dialog box where you can select a specific application, file, or script to

launch.

Click BROWSE... to locate an application, file, or script to launch. The selection you make appears in the N accept the selection.

AME box. Click OK to

The dialog box will close and the O

PEN/RUN... option you have selected will be

assigned as your tool button option. Simply press the tool button to launch the assigned option.

If your selection is for the Radial Menu, it will be displayed there.

OUCH ON/OFF Not available for Intuos Pen only tablets. TOUCH ON/OFF is useful when you

are working with an input tool and you want to exclusively use pen mode. Temporarily disable touch by pressing an ExpressKey to which you have assigned the T

OUCH ON/OFF function. Press the ExpressKey again to enable touch.

USING AND CUSTOMIZING THE RADIAL MENU

The Radial Menu is a circular pop-up menu that provides quick access to editing, navigation, media control functions, and more.

• Set a tool button or ExpressKey to the RADIAL MENU function. Press the button to display the Radial Menu centered at the screen cursor position.

• The hierarchical Radial Menu appears in circular format. Each level of the menu consists of eight control slices which may contain various features and options to choose from.

• Click to select an option. Some selections may display a submenu for additional options.

• The menu closes after you make a selection.

To close without making a selection, click on the ‘X’ located at the center of the Radial Menu or on a control slice that has no function assigned to it. You can also again press the button used to display the menu.

• To make a selection without closing the Radial Menu, hold down the button that opens the menu.

To p m e n u

Submenu

In the Wacom Tablet control panel, use the R functions.

1. Select a control slice.

2. Assign a control F

UNCTION to

the slice. If desired, change

ABEL name.

the L

3. Select a menu or submenu to further customize.

Tips

In the F choose S

UNCTION menu,

UBMENU to create

custom submenus for a control slice.

Press the E

NTER (RETURN)

key to add multiple lines of

ABEL text.

ADIAL MENU tab to customize the available Radial Menu

Returns the currently displayed menu to its default values.

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WORKING WITH DISPLAY TOGGLE

Display Toggle is available when working on multiple monitor systems. This feature allows you to work with your tablet on all displays or on one display at a time. See working with multiple monitors

After setting an ExpressKey or pen side switch to D

ISPLAY TOGGLE, you can then press that button to

sequentially toggle the current tablet mapping between a base mapping (the current setting from the

APPING tab) and other monitors. For example:

1. The entire display area of a multi-monitor system is set up for extended mode and assigned to the active area of the Intuos tablet.

2. Pressing a tool button to which the D

OGGLE function has been assigned toggles the

ISPLAY

tablet mapping to the next display in sequence

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In the Wacom Tablet control panel, the DISPLAY TOGGLE tab is automatically available when the Intuos tablet is installed on a multi-monitor system. This tab lets you set which monitor(s) will be included in the toggle sequence.

All monitors are selected in the toggle sequence by default. Uncheck any monitor you want removed from the sequence.

• The base mapping is the tablet and display mapping that is defined in the M By default, this includes all monitors unless you have defined a specific monitor as your primary monitor.

• As you toggle to the next monitor, the active tablet area is mapped to that monitor (in pen mode).

• Toggling one more time after the last selected monitor returns the system to the base mapping.

APPING tab.

Important: When using application-specific settings with D T

OGGLE, be sure that each customized application in the

ISPLAY

APPLICATION list (including ALL OTHER) has a tool button assigned to DISPLAY TOGGLE. The easiest way to do this is to assign DISPLAY T

OGGLE to an ExpressKey prior to creating any application-specific

settings.

Any of the following actions will return the toggle sequence to the base mapping:

• Launching a graphics application that supports pressure sensitivity.

• Logging out of or rebooting the system.

• Switching users (Fast User Switching).

• Placing the system in sleep mode.

• Changing the M

APPING or DISPLAY TOGGLE settings.

• Changing the resolution or number of displays on your system.

•Using the M

•Selecting P

: To toggle between monitors without including the ‘full display’ option, disable the first display on the DISPLAY

Tip

OGGLE tab. Then go to the MAPPING tab and set the current SCREEN AREA to the first display.

ODE TOGGLE... function.

EN MODE or MOUSE MODE from the Radial Menu.

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APPLICATION-SPECIFIC SETTINGS

You can customize your tools for use with a particular application. For example, you may prefer a firm pen tip pressure setting in one application and a soft pressure setting in another. The A you to add an individual application to the list and then customize your tool settings for that application.

• When no application-specific settings have been created

PPLICATION list displays the ALL icon which contains tool settings that apply to all of your applications.

and a tool is selected from the TOOL list, the

In the example below, no application-specific settings have been added for the G is displayed and the G

RIP PEN will have the same settings in all applications.

PPLICATION list enables

RIP PEN. The ALL icon

• When application-specific settings are added

, the ALL icon changes to ALL OTHER and an application

icon is displayed for the newly added application(s).

In the above example, application-specific settings have been added for the G

LL OTHER icon and make changes to the GRIP PEN settings, your changes will apply to the GRIP PEN in

A all applications except those which you have added to the A icon and make changes to the G

RIP PEN settings, your changes will apply to the GRIP PEN while you are

PPLICATION list. If you select an application

RIP PEN. If you select the

using that application only.

When you create application-specific settings, you are creating a separate group of settings for the selected tool and application. See the following sections for more details:

Creating an application-specific setting Changing application-specific settings Removing application-specific settings

Tip: To review the ExpressKey, Touch Ring, or pen settings for the front-most application, set an

ExpressKey to S

HOW SETTINGS and press the key at any time.

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CREATING AN APPLICATION-SPECIFIC SETTING

First choose the TABLET and TOOL for which you want to create an application-specific setting.

Click on the APPLICATION list [ + ] button.

Choose a method to select an application:

•In the C for which to create custom settings.

•B on your computer.

The name of your selected application is displayed. Click OK to complete the process. Note: If two programs have the same executable file name, they will

After adding an application, its icon appears in the A in the T

URRENTLY OPEN APPLICATIONS box, select an application

ROWSE to select the executable file of any application installed

share the same customized settings.

PPLICATION list whenever the respective tool is selected

OOL list. Select the application and then customize the control panel tab settings for your tool and

selected application.

Once you have created application-specific settings, applications that have not been customized in this manner will use the tool settings for A

Tip

: First customize settings for one application. When you feel comfortable with the process, you can

LL OTHER.

create more application-specific settings.

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CHANGING APPLICATION-SPECIFIC SETTINGS

To change tool settings for a specific application, select the tool and the application. Then customize the tab settings.

REMOVING APPLICATION-SPECIFIC SETTINGS

To remove an application-specific setting:

1. In the T the A

2. Click on the A selection. The selected application is removed from the list, along with any custom tool settings.

Tip

: To quickly remove all application-specific settings from a single tool, remove it from the TOOL list.

OOL list, select the tool from which you want to remove the application-specific setting. Then, in

PPLICATION list select the application you want to remove from the list.

PPLICATION list [ – ] button. In the dialog box that appears, click DELETE to confirm your

Then place the tool back on the tablet. The tool will be added back to the T settings. This method cannot be used to remove custom F

UNCTIONS settings.

OOL list using the default

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WORKING WITH MULTIPLE TOOLS

The Wacom Tablet control panel is designed to help you customize and keep track of the settings for your tablet and Intuos tools appropriate tabs for that tool are displayed.

. The tool you use to open the control panel is automatically selected, and the

OOL list displays an

The T icon for the tablet F

UNCTIONS and different

tools that have been used on the tablet.

The T

OUCH icon is available

for touch-sensitive tablets. See customizing touch

If application-specific settings have not added, the A displayed and the tool settings apply to all applications.

Tab settings apply only to the selected tool and application.

LL icon is

To add a different tool to the

been

TOOL list, simply use the tool on your Intuos tablet.

• When you select a tool that has been added to the T

OOL list, the appropriate tab settings for that tool

Select a tool to change its settings.

Removes the selected tool.

The button is inactive when there is only one item in the list.

The F

UNCTIONS and

OUCH icons

cannot be deleted.

are displayed. Any changes you make to the tab settings will then apply to the tool. Your changes take effect immediately.

If a similar tool was previously added, the new tool will inherit the settings of the previously added tool. These settings can then be customized for the newly added tool.

• Identical tools will use the same settings.

To remove a selected tool from the appears, click D

ELETE to confirm your selection. The selected tool is removed from the list, along with any

TOOL list, click on the TOOL list [ – ] button. In the dialog box that

custom settings you may have created for it. (A removed tool can be added back to the T it back onto the tablet.)

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OOL list by placing

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CHANGING THE TABLET MODE

Intuos is configured for optimum performance in most applications. However, some handwriting recognition software requires a higher data rate than is typically needed for most applications. This higher data rate can slow computer performance in some circumstances. If your recognition software does not work well, you can change the tablet mode from standard to recognition mode.

Within the control panel T tools and applications.

If desired, enter a new name to be used for the tablet icon.

STANDARD MODE is recommended for graphics applications. Choose R

some handwriting recognition software.

ECOGNITION MODE for the maximum data rate. Required by

ABLET list, double-click on the tablet icon. The TABLET MODE settings apply to all

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ADVANCED OPTIONS

Click on the Wacom Tablet control panel OPTIONS... button to access the advanced OPTIONS dialog box.

You can change the SIDE SWITCH M

ODE to best fit the way you like

to use the pen when making right-clicks or other click functions.

Select:

•H

OVER CLICK to perform click

functions without touching the pen tip to the tablet surface. This is the default setting for all except Tablet PCs.

•C

LICK & TAP to enable the

precise placement of click functions. When selected, you must first press the side switch then touch the pen tip to the tablet surface in order to perform the function.

Hover click

Click tap

•M

OUSE HANDEDNESS options change the button orientation on the Intuos Mouse for right- or left-handed use.

•Use B

RIGHTNESS ADJUSTMENT to set the brightness level or turn off all Touch Ring status LEDs and active area

markers.

•The P

RESSURE COMPATIBILITY check box should be checked if you are using graphics applications that only

support a maximum of 1024 levels of pressure (such as Adobe CS3, Corel Painter 9, and other older applications). If not checked, the pen will feel overly sensitive when using these older applications.

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GOING WIRELESS WITH INTUOS

Intuos tablets are designed to let you go wireless by adding the Wacom wireless accessory kit. See ordering parts and accessories

Wireless accessory components Wireless setup Battery and power management Battery life information Battery replacement Wireless module removal Wireless receiver storage

WIRELESS ACCESSORY COMPONENTS

The Wacom wireless accessory kit includes the following components:

Power button

Battery status LED

Wacom wireless module Plugs into Intuos tablet.

Rechargeable battery, Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) Installs within the Intuos tablet.

Warning: See the Important Product Information guide for safety precautions. Located on the Intuos installation CD.

Note: The wireless module and receiver are factory paired. If lost or broken, you will need to purchase a new

wireless accessory kit. The battery can be purchased separately.

To install the kit, see wireless setup

Wacom wireless receiver Plugs into computer. When not in use, can be stored within the

Intuos tablet. See wireless receiver

storage.

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WIRELESS SETUP

Configure Intuos for wireless operation.

1. If you have been using Intuos as a wired tablet, disconnect the USB cable.

2. Turn the tablet over. Remove the wireless compartment cover(s). See (A). Slide cover(s) away from tablet body to remove. Medium- and large-sized tablets are equipped with two covers: one for the Wacom wireless module, and one for the rechargeable battery. Small-sized tablets come with a single cover.

3. Install the wireless components.

• Install the battery. Align contacts (B) as

shown and press into place. See also

battery replacement

• Install the wireless module. Lift away and

remove the wireless module spacer (C). Slide the wireless module into the tablet, ensuring the connector is fully seated (D).

Important: Save the module spacer. You may need it as a tool for removal of the wireless module. See wireless

module removal.

• Replace the wireless compartment cover(s).

Align and slide into place (E).

• Connect the Wacom wireless receiver to an

active USB port on your computer or USB hub (F).

4. If you have not already done so, turn on your computer and wait until the system has fully loaded.

Next, connect wirelessly.

Establishing a wireless connection Optimizing the wireless connection

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ESTABLISHING A WIRELESS CONNECTION

Connect wirelessly with Intuos.

1. Fully charge the tablet battery. See charging the battery by the green LED, disconnect the USB cable and you are ready to work wirelessly.

. When the battery is fully charged as shown

Battery status LED

• Amber when USB cable is

connected and battery is charging.

• Green when USB cable is

connected and battery is fully charged.

• Off when using tablet wirelessly.

Power button

• Push to connect, or wake from sleep mode.

• Push to turn off.

2. Press the power button on the Wacom wireless module. A wireless connection should be established within 4 seconds. If not, the wireless module will turn off. If this should occur, see wireless connection

problems.

3. Check the connection by using the pen on the tablet to move the screen cursor. See also battery and

wireless connection status.

Intuos can operate wirelessly or in USB mode, but not both at the same time.

• Wireless mode is activated when Intuos is properly configured for wireless operation and the USB cable is disconnected. When the USB cable is disconnected, the tablet searches and connects to the wireless receiver within 4 seconds. If the receiver is not found then the tablet enters sleep mode.

• USB connection deactivates wireless mode, and activates USB mode.

Notes:

Pairing

is not required. The wireless module and Wacom wireless receiver are factory paired and

work together as a discrete set.

Intuos can operate wirelessly for up to 10 meters (33 feet) away from your computer. It is not necessary for Intuos to be “in sight” of the wireless receiver. The wireless module uses radiofrequency technology, which can pass through non-metallic objects like desks.

Interference from other devices (especially audio devices) or metallic objects located in or along the line of sight can negatively impact the tablet performance and operating distance. If you experience connection problems, see optimizing the wireless connection

When starting up your computer, wait until your operating system has completely loaded and then turn on the wireless module (if not already on) to begin working wirelessly.

Important: The use of wireless devices is regulated in most countries. If Intuos is configured for wireless operation and you will be traveling, check with the appropriate regulatory authority for any restrictions that may apply to your product in the countries that you visit.

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Products using wireless signals may interfere with the equipment on commercial aircraft, and regulations require that all wireless devices be turned off when traveling in an airplane. Turn off the Intuos tablet wireless signal by turning off or removing the wireless module (the tablet status LED will be off) and DO NOT power on the wireless module during takeoff, transit, or landing.

Do not use Intuos wirelessly in a facility control system or any other environment that requires extremely high reliability, or where the use of a wireless device may cause interference. Wireless operation may interfere with or cause other electronic devices to malfunction, or other wireless devices may interfere with or cause the tablet to malfunction. Where use of wireless products is prohibited, power off or remove the wireless module (ensuring the wireless signal has been turned off) to prevent the possibility of it interfering with or causing other electronic devices to malfunction. Wacom does not accept any liability for direct or consequential damages. For details, please refer to your Warranty, located within the Important Product Information guide.

Power off your tablet in locations where/when electronic devices are not allowed. Because the tablet may cause other electronic devices to malfunction in some locations where/when the use of electronic devices is not allowed, such as within an airplane, be sure to turn off the tablet by unplugging the USB connector of this product from your computer.

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OPTIMIZING THE WIRELESS CONNECTION

If your screen cursor lags behind the pen movement on the tablet or frequently “jumps” about, or if you see excessive straight line segments when drawing in graphics applications, then your wireless connection may not be able to transmit all of the data from the tablet with the necessary speed. This may be caused by interference from other radio sources, obstructions in the radio wave path, excessive distance from the computer, or a combination of the above.

To improve the wireless connection and optimize tablet performance:

• Remove any metallic objects that may be in the line of sight between Intuos and the Wacom wireless receiver attached to your computer.

• Try connecting the wireless receiver to a USB extension cable, and place it on your desktop or somewhere in sight of Intuos.

• Move the tablet closer to your computer.

• Switch off any other devices operating in the 2.4 GHz radio spectrum, such as WiFi networks, mobile telephones, etc., or move their antennas further away from your computer.

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BATTERY AND POWER MANAGEMENT

This section contains important information about the rechargeable battery and power management features of your Intuos tablet when used wirelessly. Be sure to review the following sections.

Charging the battery Battery and wireless connection status Power saving features

CHARGING THE BATTERY

Fully charge the tablet battery before using Intuos for the first time in wireless mode.

Connect the USB cable between Intuos and a primary USB port located directly on your computer, or to a powered USB hub.

• The battery charges whenever the cable is connected and the battery is not fully charged.

• For everyday use, charge your battery in approximately 4 hours. To fully charge an empty battery it takes approximately 6 hours. Actual charge time depends upon battery level and tablet use while charging.

• USB connection deactivates wireless mode.

Important: When charging the battery, always connect the USB cable directly to your computer or to a powered USB hub. A non-powered hub may not provide enough current to charge the battery, which may affect overall tablet operation.

When your tablet is not connected to your computer via USB cable, you can charge the battery using a standard wall adapter with 5V output voltage. Quick charging will not work during this process.

For more information, check the product information on the Wacom web site for your region.

Battery status LED

• Amber when USB cable is connected and battery is charging.

• Green when USB cable is connected and battery is fully charged.

Warning: See the Important Product Information guide for safety precautions.

Tips

When charging, be sure that both the battery and the Wacom wireless module are installed in the tablet.

To check the battery charge status, open the Wacom Tablet control panel, click F select the W

Make the most of your wireless time. See power saving features

IRELESS tab. See battery and wireless connection status.

and battery life information.

UNCTIONS, and

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BATTERY AND WIRELESS CONNECTION STATUS

When in wireless mode, Intuos provides you with additional feedback about your tablet.

• The tablet status LED shows the following:

Blue, flashing Wireless mode connecting. Blue Wireless mode on.

Off Sleep mode, or wireless mode off.

• On the Wacom wireless module, the battery status LED shows the following:

Amber USB cable connected and tablet battery charging.

Green USB cable connected and tablet battery fully charged. Off USB cable connected, tablet is in USB suspend mode

or USB connecting state.

USB cable disconnected, no charging activity.

• A battery status icon appears in the system task bar (Windows) or menu bar (Mac). Hover the screen cursor over the icon to learn specific details.

• When configured for wireless operation, you can view the tablet battery status and wireless control options using the Wacom Tablet control panel. Open the control panel, click F

IRELESS tab.

UNCTIONS and select the

Adjust slider to determine when your tablet will switch to power saving mode.

Battery status icon indicates tablet is in use, and shows an approximation of the battery charge remaining.

• A power plug symbol indicates tablet is

running on external power through the USB cable, and the tablet battery is charging.

• A check mark symbol indicates battery

is fully charged.

• An alert symbol indicates battery

charge is below 20%.

The actual feedback may vary depending on the actual status of your tablet and operating system.

POWER SAVING FEATURES

When configured for wireless operation, Intuos uses a number of power saving features to conserve the tablet battery charge and improve performance.

Power saving mode Tablet enters power saving mode after 2 minutes of no user input. The time

parameter can be adjusted in the Wacom Tablet control panel. See battery and

wireless connection status.

Depending on your tablet model, wake from power saving mode by touching the tablet, pressing an ExpressKey, or placing the pen in proximity.

Sleep mode Tablet enters sleep mode:

• When there is no wireless connection for more than 4 seconds. For example, you switch off the computer, move the tablet out of range, or unplug the wireless receiver. To resume operations, correct any problem and ensure the tablet is within range of your computer. Then press the power button on the Wacom wireless module. See te st i n g y o u r t a b le t

• After 30 minutes of no user input.

• When the battery level is extremely low. Recharge the battery immediately.

To wake from sleep mode button on the wireless module. Depending on your tablet model, touch the tablet surface with your finger or the pen. Then move your finger or pen along the tablet to fully activate Intuos.

Important: Conserve battery power by turning off the wireless module when you are not using the tablet. Push the power button on the wireless module to turn it off. Otherwise, the tablet battery may need charging before you can again use the tablet wirelessly. See battery life information

, first press the Touch Ring toggle button or the power

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BATTERY LIFE INFORMATION

When using your Intuos5 wirelessly, the battery life will vary depending upon usage and your tablet model. For example, you can expect a full day of working charge when using small- and medium-sized tablet models. If you have a large Intuos5 tablet model, expect a half day of battery charge due to its large size. Wacom recommends purchasing an extra battery. See ordering parts and accessories

• All batteries age over time and gradually lose their ability to hold a charge. The typical life span of a Li-Ion battery is two to three years, whether it is used or not. The life and performance of a Li-Ion battery is not improved by cycling (discharging and recharging).

• Always charge the battery whenever the low battery warning appears on your display screen. See also power saving features

• The tablet draws current from the battery whenever the Wacom wireless module is on. To reduce power drain, the tablet will enter sleep mode whenever the battery level is very low. The battery must be recharged.

A small amount of current is drawn even in sleep mode, and will slowly discharge the battery. It is a good idea to charge the battery and turn the wireless module off before leaving the tablet unused for a number of days.

• Once the battery voltage has fallen below a minimum safety level, an internal protection circuit within the battery prevents any charging.

If a battery with a low charge remains in the tablet for an extended period of time, the small trickle of current used by the tablet may discharge the battery so far that the internal protection circuit is activated. If this occurs, you can no longer charge the battery. When leaving the tablet unused for an extended period of time, preserve the battery by removing it from the tablet.

You cannot recharge a Li-Ion battery that has been over-discharged.

• For extended battery storage (a month or longer), keeping the battery in a partially (not fully) charged state, along with cool storage, can slow the aging process. The recommended charge level is approximately 40% for optimum battery recharge when placed back into service. If storing both tablet and battery, you do not need to remove the battery. However, it is always good practice to remove the battery when storing the tablet.

Note that you may not be able to recharge the battery after 6 continuous months of non-use.

You will need to purchase a new battery when it is no longer capable of holding an adequate charge or can no longer be charged. See ordering parts and accessories

Warning: See the Important Product Information guide for battery safety precautions.

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BATTERY REPLACEMENT

If your tablet battery has exceeded its life span and can no longer be charged or no longer holds a charge, it will need to be replaced. Be sure to use only the rechargeable battery designed for your tablet. For information, see ordering parts and accessories

Important: Only use a Wacom battery specified for your tablet.

To replace the rechargeable battery:

1. Turn the tablet over. Remove the wireless compartment cover. Medium- and large-sized tablets are equipped with two covers: one for the Wacom wireless module, and one for the rechargeable battery. Small-sized tablets come with a single cover. Slide cover away from tablet body to remove.

2. Carefully remove the old battery as shown below.

3. Install the new battery. Align the terminals of the new battery with the tablet contacts as shown below. Press the battery into the compartment.

4. Replace the wireless compartment cover. Align and slide into place.

5. Connect the USB cable and charge the battery for optimum performance. See charging the battery

Remove old battery. Be sure to first lift battery

edge before sliding battery out of the compartment.

Install new battery. Carefully install the battery at the angle

shown to prevent damaging the battery contacts.

Important: When replacing the battery, be careful not to drop it on hard surfaces. The battery can be damaged internally when dropped, and should be replaced even if there is no obvious damage. This will help prevent any future damage that could occur to the tablet if the battery has been dropped, is installed in the tablet, and then later develops a short or leak while in the tablet.

Warning: See the Important Product Information guide for battery safety precautions.

Many communities offer voluntary or mandatory recycling programs for batteries. Properly recycle the old battery by following all applicable laws, and in accordance with the safety precautions for Lithium-Ion batteries as described in the Important Product Information guide. Keep batteries out of the reach of children, and promptly recycle old batteries.

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WIRELESS MODULE REMOVAL

To remove the wireless module:

2. Use your thumbnail or other suitable, non-metallic tool to unseat the module. You can also use the wireless module spacer that came with your Wacom wireless accessory kit. Place the spacer over the wireless module. Use it as a hook to unseat and slide the wireless module out of the tablet.

3. Press the spacer back into the wireless module slot.

Spacer

4. Replace the wireless compartment cover. Align and slide into place.

Store the wireless module in a safe place after removal.

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WIRELESS RECEIVER STORAGE

The Wacom wireless receiver is designed for portability. Plug it into a USB port on your computer. Then leave it there so the receiver will always be available for use with your tablet, even when you are traveling or otherwise on the go with Intuos.

The wireless receiver can also be stored within your Intuos tablet. To store the receiver in the tablet:

1. Use your fingernail or other suitable, non-metallic tool to open the wireless receiver storage compartment.

2. As you open the receiver storage door, slide the wireless receiver spacer partially out of the tablet body.

3. Insert the receiver into the spacer.

4. Slide the spacer fully back into the tablet body and close the receiver storage door.

To remove the receiver from the tablet body. Remove the receiver from the spacer. Slide in the spacer and close the storage door.

, open the compartment. Slide the spacer partially out of the tablet

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TESTING THE WIRELESS CONNECTION

A tablet status LED should glow whenever the tablet is properly connected and your computer has recognized it as a USB device. If you encounter problems with the wireless connection, perform the following checks.

1. First check the general trou ble sho oti n g

2. Verify that the wireless module is on. See battery and wireless connection status

3. Verify that the wireless module and receiver are properly installed. See wireless setup

4. Check the battery power. See battery and wireless connection status connect the USB cable and charge the battery. See charging the battery

5. Switch the wireless module off, and then back on.

6. Move the tablet closer to the computer. Make sure there are no metal or other high density obstructions in the line of sight between the tablet and computer.

7. Open the Wacom Tablet control panel and click on the A click D W

IAGNOSE.... The DIAGNOSTICS dialog box shows dynamic information about the tablet. Check the

IRELESS MODE entry to determine if the wireless status is ON. When you are done, click the CLOSE

button to exit the dialog box.

procedures.

. If the battery charge is low,

BOUT button. In the dialog box that appears,

If these tests fail, you may have defective hardware. See technical support options

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Wacom Co PTH650, PTH450, PTH850 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ABOUT THE MANUAL

YOUR INTUOS TABLET

IDENTIFY YOUR TABLET MODEL

INTUOS PEN & TOUCH TABLET

INTUOS PEN TABLET

INTUOS PEN

SETTING UP INTUOS

ERGONOMICS

CONFIGURING THE TABLET ORIENTATION

USB CABLE INSTALLATION

UNDERSTANDING THE TABLET ACTIVE AREA

WORKING WITH MULTIPLE MONITORS

CONTROL PANEL BASICS

USING INTUOS

USING THE GRIP PEN

HOLDING THE PEN

POSITIONING

CLICKING

DRAGGING

USING THE SIDE SWITCH

DRAWING WITH PRESSURE SENSITIVITY

DRAWING WITH TILT

ERASING

EYE-HAND COORDINATION EXERCISE

TABLET CONTROLS

USING THE EXPRESSKEYS

USING THE TOUCH RING

THE TOUCH EXPERIENCE WITH INTUOS

NAVIGATING WITH TOUCH

CUSTOMIZING TOUCH

SETTING THE TOUCH OPTIONS

CHOOSING STANDARD TOUCH FUNCTIONS

CHOOSING CUSTOM TOUCH FUNCTIONS

DISABLING TOUCH

TE S T IN G TO U CH

CUSTOMIZING INTUOS

MANAGE YOUR CONTROL PANEL SETTINGS

CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW

CUSTOMIZING THE PEN

ADJUSTING TIP FEEL AND DOUBLE-CLICK

ADJUSTING ERASER FEEL

ADVANCED TIP AND ERASER PRESSURE SETTINGS

CUSTOMIZING TOOL BUTTONS

CUSTOMIZING TILT SENSITIVITY

CUSTOMIZING THE TABLET FUNCTIONS

CUSTOMIZING THE EXPRESSKEYS

CUSTOMIZING THE TOUCH RING

TABLET TO SCREEN MAPPING

PORTION OF SCREEN AREA

PORTION OF TABLET AREA

BUTTON FUNCTIONS

USING AND CUSTOMIZING THE RADIAL MENU

WORKING WITH DISPLAY TOGGLE

APPLICATION-SPECIFIC SETTINGS

CREATING AN APPLICATION-SPECIFIC SETTING

CHANGING APPLICATION-SPECIFIC SETTINGS

REMOVING APPLICATION-SPECIFIC SETTINGS

WORKING WITH MULTIPLE TOOLS

CHANGING THE TABLET MODE

ADVANCED OPTIONS

GOING WIRELESS WITH INTUOS

WIRELESS ACCESSORY COMPONENTS

WIRELESS SETUP

ESTABLISHING A WIRELESS CONNECTION

OPTIMIZING THE WIRELESS CONNECTION

BATTERY AND POWER MANAGEMENT

CHARGING THE BATTERY

BATTERY AND WIRELESS CONNECTION STATUS

POWER SAVING FEATURES

BATTERY LIFE INFORMATION

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

WIRELESS MODULE REMOVAL

WIRELESS RECEIVER STORAGE

TESTING THE WIRELESS CONNECTION