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USERS MANUAL
Version: 1.0
R08I68M-RTXXXX 8.4 inch Rugged Tablet PC
R10I68M-RTXXXX 10.4 inch Rugged Tablet PC
R12I68M-RTXXXX 12.1 inch Rugged Tablet PC
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About this Manual
The users’ manual introduces basic information about the product, electrical, mechanical and
input / output signal specifications. ALL SPECITICATION ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE
WITHOUT NOTICE. Check in the “Revision History” in front page of this manual for any
update reference.
TRADEMARKS
The Bluetooth word mark and logos are registered trademarks owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
owners.
REVISION HISTORY
REVISION AUTHOR DATE DESCRIPTION
1.0 Wayne Lin February 24, 2009 First version draft
Copyright @2008 Winmate Communication INC.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read these instructions carefully before using the product and save for
later reference.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Clean the product with
a damp soft cloth. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners as it may cause
permanent damage to the screen.
Do not use this product near water.
Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The product may
fall, causing serious damage to the product.
This product should be operated from the type of power indicated on the
marking label. If you are not sure of the type of power available, consult your
dealer or local power company.
This product is equipped with a 3-wire grounding type plug, a plug having a
third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet.
This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet,
contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. (For AC version only)
Do not defeat the purpose of the grounding-type plug.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this product
where persons will walk on the cord.
Never push objects of any kind into this product through cabinet slots as they
may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a risk
of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product.
Do not attempt to service this product by yourself, as opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks and will void
the warranty. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service
personnel under the following conditions:
When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
If liquid has been spilled into the product.
If rainy or water has been exposed to the product.
If the product does not operate normally that the operating instructions are
followed. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions since improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the
product to normal operation.
If the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
If the product exhibited a distinct change in the performance, that indicates a
need for service.
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Copyright Notice
Copyright © 2008 Winmate Communication Inc., ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. No part of
this document may be reproduced, copied, translated, or transmitted in any form or by any
means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose, without the prior written permission of the
original manufacturer.
Trademark Acknowledgement
Brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
owners.
Disclaimer
Winmate Communication Inc. reserves the right to make any product changes without
notice, including circuits and/or software described or contained in this manual in order to
improve design and/or performance. Winmate Communication assumes no responsibility or
liability for the use of the described product(s), conveys no license or title under any patent,
copyright, or masks work rights to these products, and makes no representations or
warranties that these products are free from patent, copyright, or mask work right
infringement, unless otherwise specified. Applications that are described in this manual are
for illustration purposes only. Winmate Communication Inc. makes no representation or
warranty that such application will be suitable for the specified use without further testing or
modification.
Warranty
Winmate warrants that each of its products will be free from material and workmanship
defects for a period of one year from the invoice date. If the customer discovers a defect,
Winmate will, at its option, repair or replace the defective product at no charge to the customer,
provided it is returned during the warranty period of one year, with transportation charges
prepaid. The returned product must be properly packaged in it’s original packaging to obtain
warranty service.
If the serial number and the product shipping data differ by over 30 days, the in-warranty
service will be made according to the shipping date. In the serial numbers the third and fourth
two digits give the year of manufacture, and the fifth digit means the month (e. g., with A for
October, B for November and C for December).
For example, the serial number 1W08Axxxxxxxx means October of year 2008.
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Customer Service
We provide service guide for any problem as follow steps：First, visit the website at
http://www.winmate.com.tw to find the update information about the product. Second, contact
with your distributor, sales representative, or our customer service center for technical support
if you need additional assistance. You may have the following information ready before you
call：
Product serial number
Peripheral attachments
Software (OS, version, application software, etc.)
Description of complete problem
The exact wording of any error messages
In addition, free technical support is available from our engineers every business day. We
are always ready to give advice on application requirements or specific information on the
installation and operation of any of our products. Please do not hesitate to call or e-mail us.
Notice
1. Do not touch the LCD panel surface with sharp or hard objects.
2. Do not use abrasive cleaners, waxes or solvents for cleaning, use only a dry or damp, soft
cloth.
3. Use only with a high quality, safety-approved, AC/DC power adapter.
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Safety Precautions
Warning!
Always completely disconnect the power cord from your chassis
whenever you work with the hardware. Do not make connections while
the power is on. Sensitive electronic components can be damaged by
sudden power surges. Only experienced electronics personnel should
open the PC chassis.
Caution!
Always ground yourself to remove any static charge before
touching the CPU card. Modern electronic devices are very sensitive to
static electric charges. As a safety precaution, use a grounding wrist
strap at all times. Place all electronic components in a static-dissipative
surface or static-shielded bag when they are not in the chassis.
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Packaging List
This product is shipped with the items list below. Please make sure that all are in your
package.
Item Description Note
1 piece of 6 Cell Lithium-Ion Battery Pack
1 piece of Rugged Tablet PC Users Manual.
1 piece of CD for System Driver Utility.
1 piece of 19V Adapter w/ Standard Power Cord.
Euro / U.S. Std type, 1.8m
1 piece of Stylus
1 piece of Slim Handheld Bag
Operation System Packing List
Item Description Note
1 piece of CD for Recovery CD for Operation
System (Windows XP embedded).
Optional with
Windows XP
embedded
pre-installed.
1 piece of XPe Recovery Users Guide.
Optional with
Windows XP
embedded
pre-installed.
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Optional Accessories
Item Description Note
1 piece of Handstrip with 4 pieces M3x5
screws
1 piece of Handle Belt can lock on the side of
the Tablet PC to carry on. Recommended
when use any PCMCIA device on top.
Available for
10.4”/ 12.1”
only.
1 piece of Carry Bag, the Carry Bag is
convenient and easy for user to carry with the
Tablet PC.
1 piece of Carry Belt, can use with Carry Bag
or use stand-alone to click with the four
corners of Tablet PC to carry on.
Available for
10.4”/ 12.1”
only.
1 pieces of Desktop Docking Stand with a
battery charger station.
With different
function
between 8.4”
and above
sizes.
1 pieces of Car power charger adapter.
Other battery if necessary in order.
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Contents
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .........................................................2
PACKAGING LIST .......................................................................................... 6
CHAPTER 1 GETTING STARTED ................................................................ 11
1.1 C
ONNECTING THE AC POWER
........................................................................................................ 11
1.2 T
URNING ON AND OFF THE TABLET
PC .........................................................................................13
1.2.1 Turning on the Tablet PC ....................................................................................................... 13
1.2.2 Turning off the Tablet PC....................................................................................................... 13
1.3 T
AKING A LOOK AT
I/O F
UNCTIONS (FOR
8.4
INCH RUGGED TABLET
PC) ...................................... 14
1.4 T
AKING A LOOK AT
I/O F
UNCTIONS (FOR
10.4
INCH RUGGED TABLET
PC) .................................... 20
1.5 T
AKING A LOOK AT
I/O F
UNCTIONS (FOR
12.1
INCH RUGGED TABLET
PC) .................................... 24
1.6 P
RODUCT FEATURES AND SPECIFICATION
...................................................................................... 29
1.6.1 Product Features ...................................................................................................................29
1.6.2 Product Specification.............................................................................................................30
CHAPTER 2 OPERATING TABLET PC AND HOTTAB HOTKEY UTILITY .33
2.1 S
TARTING AND STOPPING THE TABLET
PC ..................................................................................... 33
2.2 Q
UICK TO KNOW MENU AND HOTTAB HOTKEY FUNCTION
........................................................... 34
2.2.1 How to use Menu Function .................................................................................................... 34
2.2.2 How to use HotTab Hotkey Function..................................................................................... 36
2.2.3 Connecting to a Wireless Network(Optional) ........................................................................ 38
2.2.4 Using the Bluetooth Wireless Feature (Optional) .................................................................. 41
CHAPTER 3 TABLET PC POWER MANAGEMENT ....................................44
3.1 A
BOUT AC ADAPTER
..................................................................................................................... 44
3.2 C
HARGING AND CHECKING CHARGING STATUS
............................................................................. 45
3.2.1 Charging the Battery Pack .................................................................................................... 45
3.2.2 Charging Approaches ............................................................................................................ 46
3.2.3 Checking the Battery Level .................................................................................................... 47
3.2.4 Regulating the Battery ........................................................................................................... 48
3.2.5 Battery Low Signals and Actions ........................................................................................... 49
3.3 R
EPLACING THE BATTERY PACK
.................................................................................................... 50
3.4 P
OWER MANAGEMENT
.................................................................................................................. 52
3.5 P
OWER-SAVING TIPS
..................................................................................................................... 53
CHAPTER 4 EXPANDING YOUR TABLET PC.............................................55
4.1 H
OW AND WHEN TO USE
BIOS S
ETUP
.......................................................................................... 55
4.2 BIOS F
UNCTIONS
.......................................................................................................................... 56
4.2.1 Main Menu............................................................................................................................. 56
4.2.2 Advanced Menu ..................................................................................................................... 57
4.2.3 Boot Menu ............................................................................................................................. 61
4.2.4 Security Menu ........................................................................................................................62
4.2.6 Exit Menu............................................................................................................................... 63
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CHAPTER 5 DRIVER INSTALLATION.......................................................65
5.1 I
NSTALLATION OF CHIPSET DRIVER INSTALLATION
........................................................................65
5.2 G
RAPHIC DRIVER INSTALLATION
................................................................................................... 68
5.3 LAN D
RIVER INSTALLATION
......................................................................................................... 71
5.4 A
UDIO DRIVER INSTALLATION
....................................................................................................... 73
5.5 T
OUCH DRIVER INSTALLATION
...................................................................................................... 75
5.6 W
IRELESS
LAN D
RIVER INSTALLATION
........................................................................................ 80
5.7 B
LUETOOTH DRIVER INSTALLATIONS
............................................................................................ 81
5.8 HOTT
AB UTILITY DRIVER INSTALLATIONS
.................................................................................... 83
CHAPTER 6 CARING YOUR TABLET PC.................................................86
6.1 G
ENERAL PROTECTION TIPS FOR TABLET
PC................................................................................. 86
6.2 C
LEANING THE TABLET
PC............................................................................................................ 86
6.3 B
ATTERY PROTECTION TIPS
........................................................................................................... 87
6.4 T
OUCH SCREEN PROTECTION TIPS
.................................................................................................87
6.5 T
ROUBLE SHOOTING FROM A TO
L................................................................................................. 88
A. Battery Problem ......................................................................................................................... 88
B. Bluetooth Transmission Problem ............................................................................................... 88
C. Display Problem ........................................................................................................................ 88
D. Date/Time Problems ..................................................................................................................88
E. Hardware Driver Problem ......................................................................................................... 89
F. Hard Drive Problem ...................................................................................................................89
G. LAN Problem.............................................................................................................................. 90
H. Power Management Problems ................................................................................................... 90
I. Startup Problems......................................................................................................................... 90
J. Software Problems ...................................................................................................................... 91
K. Sound Problems ......................................................................................................................... 91
L. Wireless LAN Problem................................................................................................................92
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CHAPTER 1
Getting Started
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CHAPTER 1 GETTING STARTED
This chapter guides you to get the Rugged Tablet PC ready for operating.
1.1 Connecting the AC Power
Our tablet PC can operate either on the external AC power adapter or internal battery power. It
is suggested that you use AC power when you start up the tablet PC first time.
**Caution
Use only the AC adapter included with your tablet PC. Using other AC adapters
may damage the tablet PC.
1. Make sure that the tablet PC is turned off.
2. Place the tablet PC upside down.
3. Put Battery Pack into the battery slot and screw tightly with four screws.
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4. Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter to the power connector of the tablet PC.
5. Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the male end to
the power electrical outlet.
6. Turn on the Tablet PC few seconds later after power is being supplied from the
electrical outlet to the AC adapter.
7. When the AC adapter is connected, the Battery Pack is also under charging. You
can check the Battery Status LED indicator to see the currently progress. The
indicator turns to green when is fully charged.
(For information on using battery power, see “Chapter 3 The Power Management”)
**Caution
When you disconnect the AC adapter, disconnect from the electrical outlet first
and then from the tablet PC. A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter
or the tablet PC.
When unplugging the connector, always hold the plug head. Never pull on the
cord.
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1.2 Turning On and Off the Tablet PC
1.2.1 Turning on the Tablet PC
1. Place your tablet PC on a flat and stable surface or holding the tablet PC on your
hand.
2. Make sure that the tablet PC is either connected to AC power or the battery pack
with power.
3. Press the power button by 4 seconds to start it.
1.2.2 Turning off the Tablet PC
To turn off the tablet PC power, use the “Shut Down” command of your operating system.
**Caution
If you have to turn the tablet PC on again immediately after turning it off, wait
for at least five seconds. Turning the tablet PC off and on rapidly can damage it.
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1.3 Taking a Look at I/O Functions (for 8.4 inch Rugged Tablet PC)
This section we will show the Tablet PC external connection parts and their functions.
Front side Control Functions
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 Power On Button
Push 4 seconds continuous
to
turn-on the PC.
Need 8 seconds continuous push to force
the Tablet PC turn-off immediately.
2 LED Indicator From left to right shows the status about
Power mode, Battery mode, Storage and
Wi-Fi status mode.
3 Menu Push Menu function to show Brightness,
Volume,Battery status and WiFi/ Bluetooth
on/off.
Chapter 2.2.1
4 Up Push Up key to increse Brightness or
Volume under Menu function.
Chapter 2.2.1
5 Down Push Down key to decrese Brightness or
Volume under Menu function.
Chapter 2.2.1
6 Hotkey 6 programmable Hot-key for user to define
by application, default first short push key
(F1 short) will turn-on Hot TAB AP Utility.
Chapter 2.2.2
Menu
Up & Down
F1, F2, F3
Power
LED Indicator for
Power, Battery,
HDD and Wi-Fi
Status
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LED Indicator Status Description
LED Term
LED Indicator Indicator Status Description
Power mode
Green light
：：：：
when Power On.
No light when Power Off.
Battery Status
Green Light
：：：：
Power On with adapter or
with 100% fully charged
Orange Light
：：：：
Under charging
Red Blinking Light
：：：：
Low Battery
Check Chapter 3.2.3/ 2.4 for low battery
and replacing battery
Storage Status
Green light
：：：：
when storage under operation.
Wi-Fi Status
Green light
：：：：
when Wi-Fi under operation.
No light when Wi-Fi stop operation.
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Rear side Stylus
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 Stylus Slot Easy to take out and plug in the stylus
pen.
The Tablet PC has one stylus pen in accessory. Our default stylus is only recommended for
use in our Tablet PC.
Stylus Carry
Hole
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Right side Input/ Output
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 USB Port Two USB2.0 compliance ports for user to
connect any USB device.
2 Audio Port Audio ouput, Microphone input
3 RS232 Port Connect RS232 cable D-SUB 9pin to the
RS232 port.
4 Power Jack Connect 19V Adapter to the Power jack.
Audio Out
USB x2
Power Input
Front Side Here
Micro In
RS-232
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Left side Input/ Output
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 N/A There is no input / output port on left side
of the Tablet PC.
Top side Input/ Output
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 USB Port One USB 2.0 compliance ports for user
to connect any USB device.
No Input/ Output
USB
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Button side Input/ Output
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 Docking Slot The Docking slot can connect to docking
device as docking cradle, the maximum
funciotn of the docking connector can
support 1x power input, 1x RJ-45 LAN,
1x VGA and 4 USB2.0 ports.
Front Side Here
Docking Slot
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1.4 Taking a Look at I/O Functions (for 10.4 inch Rugged Tablet PC)
This section we will show the Tablet PC external connection parts and their functions.
Front side Control Functions
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 Power On Button
Push 4 seconds continuous
to
turn-on the PC.
Need 8 seconds continuous push to force
the Tablet PC turn-off immediately.
2 LED Indicator From left to right shows the status about
Power mode, Battery mode, Storage and
Wi-Fi status mode.
3 Menu Push Menu function to show Brightness,
Volume,Battery status and WiFi/ Bluetooth
on/off.
Chapter 2.2.1
4 Up Push Up key to increse Brightness or
Volume under Menu function.
Chapter 2.2.1
5 Down Push Down key to decrese Brightness or
Volume under Menu function.
Chapter 2.2.1
6 Hotkey 6 programmable Hot-key for user to define
by application, default first short push key
(F1 short) will turn-on Hot TAB AP Utility.
Chapter 2.2.2
Menu
Up & Down
F1,
F2,
F3
Power On
Button
LED Indicator for
Power, Battery,
HDD and Wi-Fi
Status
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LED Indicator Status Description
LED Term Power mode Battery Status Storage Status
Wi-Fi Status
LED
Indicator
Indicator
Status
Description
Green light
：：：：
when Power On.
No light when
Power Off.
Green Light
：：：：
Power On with
adapter or with
100% fully
charged
Orange Light
：：：：
Under charging
Red Blinking
Light
：：：：
Low
Battery
Check Chapter
3.2.3/ 2.4 for low
battery and
replacing battery
Green light
：：：：
when storage
under operation.
No light when
storage stop
operation.
Green light
：：：：
when Wi-Fi under
operation.
No light when
Wi-Fi stop
operation.
Rear side Stylus
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 Stylus Slot Easy to take out and plug in the stylus
pen.
The Tablet PC has one stylus pen in accessory. Our default stylus is only recommended for
use in our Tablet PC.
Stylus Carry
Hole
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Right side Input/ Output
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 RS232 Port Connect RS232 cable D-SUB 9pin to the
RS232 port.
2 USB Port One USB2.0 compliance ports for user to
connect any USB device.
3 VGA Port Connect VGA cable to the VGA output
port, and the other side connect to
monitor VGA input.
Left side Input/ Output
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 LAN Port The product can support 10/100/1000
Mbit Giga LAN ethernet, connect RJ-45
LAN cable to LAN port.
2 Audio Port Audio ouput, Microphone input
3 USB Two USB2.0 compliance ports for user to
connect any USB device.
4 Power Jack Connect 19V Adapter to the Power jack.
LAN
Audio Out USB x2
Power Input
Front Side
Micro In
RS-232
USB
VGA
Front Side
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Top side Input/ Output
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 N/A There is no input / output port on left side
of the Tablet PC.
Button side Input/ Output
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 Docking Slot The Docking slot can connect to docking
device as docking cradle, the maximum
funciotn of the docking connector can
support 1x power input, 4 USB2.0 ports.
Front Side
Front Side
Docking Slot
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1.5 Taking a Look at I/O Functions (for 12.1 inch Rugged Tablet PC)
This section we will show the Tablet PC external connection parts and their functions.
Front side Control Functions
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 Power On Button
Push 4 seconds continuous
to
turn-on the PC.
Need 8 seconds continuous push to force
the Tablet PC turn-off immediately.
2 LED Indicator From left to right shows the status about
Power mode, Battery mode, Storage and
Wi-Fi status mode.
3 Menu Push Menu function to show Brightness,
Volume,Battery status and WiFi/ Bluetooth
on/off.
Chapter 2.2.1
4 Up Push Up key to increse Brightness or
Volume under Menu function.
Chapter 2.2.1
5 Down Push Down key to decrese Brightness or
Volume under Menu function.
Chapter 2.2.1
6 Hotkey 6 programmable Hot-key for user to define
by application, default first short push key
(F1 short) will turn-on Hot TAB AP Utility.
Chapter 2.2.2
Menu
Up & Down
F1,
F2,
F3
Power on Button
LED Indicator for Power, Battery,
HDD and Wi-Fi Status
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LED Indicator Status Description
LED Term Power mode Battery Status Storage Status
Wi-Fi Status
LED
Indicator
Indicator
Status
Description
Green light
：：：：
when Power On.
No light when
Power Off.
Green Light
：：：：
Power On with
adapter or with
100% fully
charged
Orange Light
：：：：
Under charging
Red Blinking
Light
：：：：
Low
Battery
Check Chapter
3.2.3/ 2.4 for low
battery and
replacing battery
Green light
：：：：
when storage
under operation.
No light when
storage stop
operation.
Green light
：：：：
when Wi-Fi under
operation.
No light when
Wi-Fi stop
operation.
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Rear side Stylus
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 Stylus Slot Easy to take out and plug in the stylus
pen.
The Tablet PC has one stylus pen in accessory. Our default stylus is only recommended for
use in our Tablet PC.
Right side Input/ Output
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 RS232 Port Connect RS232 cable D-SUB 9pin to the
RS232 port.
2 USB Port One USB2.0 compliance ports for user to
connect any USB device.
3 VGA Port Connect VGA cable to the VGA output
port, and the other side connect to
monitor VGA input.
RS-232 USB
VGA
Front Side
Stylus Carry
Hole
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Left side Input/ Output
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 LAN Port The product can support 10/100/1000
Mbit Giga LAN ethernet, connect RJ-45
LAN cable to LAN port.
2 Audio Port Audio ouput, Microphone input
3 USB Two USB2.0 compliance ports for user to
connect any USB device.
4 Power Jack Connect 19V Adapter to the Power jack.
Top side Input/ Output
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 N/A There is no input / output port on left side
of the Tablet PC.
Front Side
LAN
Audio Out USB x2
Power Input
Front Side
Micro In
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Button side Input/ Output
# Components Function Description See Other Intro.
1 Docking Slot The Docking slot can connect to docking
device as docking cradle, the maximum
funciotn of the docking connector can
support 1x power input, 4 USB2.0 ports.
Our Tablet PC can support one Multi-functional Desktop Docking Station for optional
accessory. The Desktop Docking Station have one charger for other battery packs and
expansion slots as one RS232 and four USB ports.
T
Through the first Chapter 1.1 to 1.4, you can understand the basic information
when you own the machine, in next Chapter you will understand more detail
about how to operate the tablet PC. Between this, you can check our product
function and specification.
Front Side
Docking Slot
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1.6 Product Features and Specification
1.6.1 Product Features
Our Rugged Tablet PCs are designed with state of the art industrial use, versatile functionality
and solid products. With great mobility support and battery management, our products can
fulfill most of outdoor tablet applications. Great thermal conduction and solid mechanical
design make our products great reliability in harsh, highly-shock and vibration environment.
8.4” / 10.4" / and 12.1” High Quality SVGA Resolution TFT-LCD Panel
High Performance, Low Power Intel Celeron M Processor 1.0GHz with Intel 855GME
Chipset
1x SO-DIMM, Max. 2GB DDR333
4 Wire Resistive Touch Screen Integrated with Sunlight Readable Enhances view-ability
Optical Bonding enhances better contrast visibility (for Optional)
Rugged Alu-Mg Alloy Housing Design with Protection Rubber for MIL-810F Shock,
Vibration and Drop Std.
Versatile Mobile Communication Functions including WWAN (GPRS/ GSM/ CDMA/
UMTS/ EDGE) and GPS Module through USB
Wireless 802.11b/g and Bluetooth Module build-in (for Optional)
Ergonomic Portable Design with Handstrip and Carry Belt Accessories
4800mAh Lithium-Ion Battery Pack (3.5HR Operating)
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1.6.2 Product Specification
The product specification as the following table description:
System Specification
System
Processor Intel Celerom M Processor, 1.0GHz
BIOS AMI System BIOS
System Chipset Intel 855 GME + ICH4 Chipset
System Memory 1 x SODIMM, Max 2GB DDR 333(Default 512MB)
LAN Controller Realtek RTL8110SCL Chipset, 10/100/1000 Mbps
Storage IDE interface for 2.5" 80GB HDD(Default), Industrial Compact Flash Card, 2.5"
Automobile HDD or 2.5" Solid State Disk(SSD)
Audio Audio out for headset, Micro-in for microphone jack,
1W Speaker (Internal)
Expansion Slot N/A
I/O Connectors
8.4”：N/A
Left I/O Port
10.4” / 12.1” ：1x RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mps LAN ,2x USB 2.0, 1x Audio out, Micro-in
Jack, 1x Power Input Jack
8.4”：2 x USB 2.0, 1 x Audio out, Micro-in Jack, 1 x Power Input Jack, 1 x COM
Right I/O Port
10.4” / 12.1” ：1x COM, 1x VGA,1xUSB2.0
8.4”：1x USB
Upper I/O Port
10.4” / 12.1”：N/A
8.4”： 1 x LAN, 1 x VGA, 4 x USB and Docking Stand Power input
Downside Docking Conn
10.4” / 12.1”：4x USB, and Docking Stand Power input
In Front Control
Control Button 1x Power button, Menu Key, Up Key, Down Key
Down Key to change Brightness, Volume,
and Battery Status Volume
3x Programmable Hotkey / Function Keys
LED indicator Power On/ Off / Battery / HDD Access / Wi-Fi On -Off
Display Specification
Size 8.4” inch / 10.4 inch / 12.1 inch
Resolution 800x600 / 1024x768 pixels
Brightness 250/ 220/ 170/ 200 / 450 cd/m2 depends on model
Touch 4 Wire Resistive (With Sunlight Readable Touch for the best optical performance)
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System Specification (continues)
Mechanical and Environment
Dimensions (W x L x H) 311 x 232 x 45 mm
Weight 2.2 Kg (w/o accessories)
Operating Temperature -20 deg.C to 60 deg.C
Operating Humidity 10% to 90% (non condensing
IP Proof IP54
Mounting VESA mount, Vehicle mount
Shock* MIL-STD-810F M514.5
Vibration* MIL-STD-810F M514.5
Drop* 4 ft, Free to concrete
Certifications CE, FCC Class B, UL
MIL810F for Vibration /Shock / Drop / Temp.
Power Management
Power Input 19V DC
Power Consumption 30W ~ 54W typ.
Battery Li-Ion battery 4800mAh, 11.1V
Battery Operating Time 3.5 ~ 2.5 Hours
Charging time 2.5 Hours
Adapter 100-240V, 50-60Hz, 19VDC
Wireless Communication
WLAN 802.11b/g (internal usb module) build-in (for Optional)
Bluetooth Bluetooth (internal by usb module) (for Optional)
WWAN GSM/GPRS (external by usb) /
CDMA(external by usb) / UMTS(external by usb) /
EDGE(external by usb)
GPS GPS Solution (external by usb)
* When use SSD or Industrial Compact Flash
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CHAPTER 2
Operating Tablet PC and
HotTab Hotkey Utility
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CHAPTER 2 OPERATING TABLET PC AND HOTTAB HOTKEY UTILITY
This Chapter will guide you how to operate the Tablet PC, including start / stop the PC, and
how to use menu function including basic hardware function adjustment and the HotTab hotkey
utility software that is very easy & helpful for operating the computer.
2.1 Starting and Stopping the Tablet PC
Starting the Tablet PC
You always start the tablet PC using the power button ( ), push the Power
Button continuously by 4 second to turn on the Tablet PC.
Our Tablet PC will starts up with an operating system (OS) existing on the storage
device like the hard disk or compact flash card. The computer will automatically load
the OS after you turn it on. This is normal booting process.
NOTE: The operating system is the platform for all software application programs to run on.
The Tablet computer is recommended to use the Microsoft Windows XP embedded operating
system for default solution.
Stopping the Tablet PC
When you finish your work, you can stop the tablet PC by turning off the power or
leaving the tablet PC in Standby mode:
Stop mode How to do Start or
Resume again
Power Off Following the shutdown process during operating system.
The standard process can prevent unsave data loss or
damage your software programs.
If you choose to stop in Standby mode, you can return to where you left off the next time you
start up the tablet PC. (See “Power Management” in Chapter 3 for more information.)
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2.2 Quick to Know Menu and HotTab Hotkey Function
This section will introduce you about our easy-of-use front panel functionality. Our Tablet PC
front panel buttons support very easy way and useful function to adjust Brightness, Volume
and watch Battery current status. For six programmable Hotkey function can also be defined
by user to control by their common use application.
2.2.1 How to use Menu Function
Menu
Up & Down
F1, F2, F3
Power
LED Indicator for
Power, Battery,
HDD and Wi-Fi
Status
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Menu Function Adjustment
#
Action Function Description Funtion Adjustment
1
Push “Menu”
button
1st Time
Show Current Brightness Click “Up” button to increase
brightness (Or Drag by Touch)
Click ”Down” to decrease
brightness(Or Drag by
Touch)
2
Push “Menu”
button
2nd Time
Show current Volume Click “Up” button to increase
volume(Or Drag by Touch)
Click ”Down” to decrease
volume(Or Drag by Touch)
3
Push “Menu”
button
3rd Time
Show current Battery status
4
Push “Menu”
button
4th Time
Show current on/off of Wireless\ Bluetooth mode.
This is a mix solution bar with four choices.
1. WiFi+ Bluetooth On
2. WiFi On / Bluetooth Off
3. Bluetooth On / WiFi Off
4. WiFi+ Bluetooth Off
Click “Up” button to go Right and Click ”Down”
to go Left.
5
Push “Menu”
button
continuously
4 seconds
Lock/Unlock all button function Push 4 seconds to Lock all
button
**
(not including Touch)
Push 4 seconds to Unlock
back to normal operation
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**NOTICE
If you shutdown the Tablet PC during operating system(By Touch) under “
Lock
”
condition, you CAN NOT turn on the Tablet PC by Power Button; you should push
“
Menu” button 4 seconds to Unlock
the system and back to normal
operation then you can turn on by power button.
Action
Push Power button
Under Lock status
Push “Menu” button
4 seconds to
Under Unluck status
LED Indicator
Indicator Status
Description
Quick Blinking Red Light
：：：：
Button on Lock Status, you can not
control the Power button.
Normal power on indication.
Action
Push “Menu” button 4 seconds
to Unluck back
N/A
We strongly recommend you to check Lock/ Unlock condition before turn off
PC.
2.2.2 How to use HotTab Hotkey Function
From the operation system installation, we will provide you Hot-tab Hotkey software utility. After
installation, you can see the shortcut on desktop of computer.
Click the shortcut and you can see the software application at center of desktop.
The HotTab Hotkey software program is the six key programmable application software; we
choose some usual applied function for default setup. For example, User can choose his own
application program very easy by setting up the function from the setup window.
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Hot-Tab Hotkey Function
Use the HotTab software utility to make it easy to program and define hot keys by customer’s
usual application.
# Action Function Description Funtion Adjustment See Other Intro.
1
Push “F1” Short
Default：Outlook Express
2
Push “F1” Long
Default：Internet Explorer
Long Push: 4sec.
3
Push “F2” Short
Default：Calculator
4
Push “F2” Long
Default：Media Player
Long Push: 4sec.
5
Push “F3” Short
Default：My Document
6
Push “F3” Long
Default：Esc
Use “Browse” and choose
the execution program file
Long Push: 4sec.
Use “Browse” and choose the execution program file
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2.2.3 Connecting to a Wireless Network (Optional)
To connect to a wireless network:
1. Choose HotTab AP Menu function and making sure the Wireless function is “On”.
2. By using the defult build-in module, the Windows Wireless Network Connection will be
disabled. The Ralink wireless connection utility is recommended in our Tablet PC systems.
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3. Right-click the Ralink utility in Windows system tray and choose “Launch Configu
Utility”.
4. The Ralink Utility program will detect all wireless links automatically and show each status,
choose one you want to link and click “Connect”.
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5. Log in password if necessary, and click “OK” to enter detail connection quality status.
6. Log in password if necessary, and click “OK” to enter detail connection quality status.
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2.2.4 Using the Bluetooth Wireless Feature (Optional)
We apply Bluetooth 2.1+ EDR module for default function of the Tablet PC series. Depending
on your application, the Bluetooth module can give you capability for short-range wireless
communicaitons between devices without requiring a cable connection. The transmission can
go through walls, pockets and briefcases as long as two devices are within range around 10
meters. Following the easy step to connect to the Bluetooth communication.
1. Choose HotTab AP Menu function and making sure the Bluetooth function is “On”.
2. After installing the bluetooth driver utility, the Bluetooth shortcut will shown on screen,
double click the shortcut and it will search any bluetooth device automatically. Or double
click “Search Devices” to search again.
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3. Choose the bluetooth device you want to connect, and left click to choose “Connect”.
Then the device will be connected to the module.
4. When under connecting, left click to check the connection status, or choose “Unplug” to
remove the connection.
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CHAPTER 3
Tablet PC Power Management
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CHAPTER 3 TABLET PC POWER MANAGEMENT
3.1 About AC Adapter
Our Tablet PC support one set of AC adapter and power code by country area. Please confirm
with your dealer for appropriate power code if necessary.
**Caution
1. When you disconnect the AC adapter, disconnect from the electrical outlet
first and then from the tablet PC. A reverse procedure may damage the AC
adapter or tablet PC.
2. Always hold the plug head when you unplug the connector, Never pull on
the cord.
3. The AC adapter is designed for use with your tablet PC only. Connecting the
AC adapter to another device can damage the adapter.
The adapter operates on any voltage in the range of 100~240 V AC. The AC adapter serves as
a converter from AC (Alternating Current) to DC (Direct Current) power because the tablet PC
runs on DC power input, but an electrical outlet usually provides AC power. It also charges the
battery pack when connected to AC power.
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3.2 Charging and Checking Charging Status
3.2.1 Charging the Battery Pack
The battery pack is the internal power source for the tablet PC. It is rechargeable using the AC
adapter. The operating time of a fully charged battery pack depends on how you are using the
tablet PC. When your applications often access peripherals, you will experience a shorter
operating time.
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