Zebra iX-104 C4 User Manual

Contents

Welcome 13

1 Getting Started 19

Disclaimer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Trademarks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Publication information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Declaration of conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Warranty information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Important safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

About your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Optional accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Contacting Xplore – service and questions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Back view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Top view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Bottom view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Left side view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Right side view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

LED indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Quick-start guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Application, Windows, and hot keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

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Contents

2 Using the Tablet 31

Turning on the computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Turning off the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Using the Reset switch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Suspending and resuming operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Suspending operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Resuming operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Using the pen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Selecting Auto-Sense, Active, or Touch mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Using the digitizer to perform mouse functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Changing the pen double-click speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Positioning the pen and pen tether . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Using the fingerprint scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Changing the screen orientation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Adjusting the screen brightness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Windows Vista. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Enabling automatic backlight control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Optimizing screen settings for outdoor use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Windows Vista . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Docking the tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Connecting devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Connecting to a local area network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Connecting USB-compatible devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Connecting an external microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Adjusting microphone volume – Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Adjusting microphone volume – Windows Vista . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

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Connecting a headphone or speakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Adjusting headphone or speaker volume – Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Adjusting headphone or speaker volume – Windows Vista . . . . . . . . . . 51

Connecting a monitor or projection panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Activating the monitor or projection panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Connecting a device to the optional serial port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Connecting an XPL snap-on expansion module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Using the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Charging the battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

If you do not have an external battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

If you have an external battery charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Removing and installing the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Removing the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Installing the battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Discarding batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Using power options – Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Displaying power options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

Changing the computer’s power schemes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Changing battery alarm settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Checking battery power status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Selecting power settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Enabling Hibernation mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Using power options – Windows Vista. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Checking battery power status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Selecting a power plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

Selecting power options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

Selecting Power (On/Off)/Backlight(On/Off)/Resume button options . . . . . 64

Tips for conserving battery power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

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Accessing the hard disk drive compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Re-installing the hard disk drive compartment cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67

Accessing the PCMCIA compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Re-installing the PCMCIA compartment cover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Programming hot keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Programming hot keys to start applications, open documents,

or go to a Web site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

Programming hot keys to perform pre-defined functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Programming hot keys to perform other key functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

3 Maintaining the Tablet 81

Caring for the tablet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Checking power cords and connectors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Protecting the computer from damage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

Preventing the computer from overheating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82

Storing the computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Caring for the display screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

Protecting the display screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83

When to replace the pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

Calibrating the digitizer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85

Calibrating the digitizer: iX104C4 – Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86

Calibrating the digitizer: iX104C4 – Windows Vista . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 88

Calibrating the digitizer: iX104C4 Dual Mode – Windows XP . . . . . . . . . . 90

Calibrating the digitizer: iX104C4 Dual Mode – Windows Vista . . . . . . . . . 93

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Contents

A Troubleshooting 97

B Using BIOS and AOS Functions 99

Disabling the Auto Power feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Enabling automatic LCD backlight control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

C Glossary 101

D Hardware Specifications 105

E Agency Notices 111

F Configuring Dual Mode Tablet Digitizer Input Methods 115

Using the BIOS Setup Utility to set input method defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Starting the BIOS Setup Utility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116

Selecting the digitizer input method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117

Setting digitizer input method security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118

Using the Panel Control Center to configure temporary changes

to the input method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 119

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Summary: Dual Mode digitizer input method settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121

Sample implementations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Sample 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Sample 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 126

Index 129

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Disclaimer

Xplore Technologies® has made every effort to ensure the accuracy and
completeness of this document; however, because ongoing development
efforts are made to continually improve the capabilities of our products,
we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the contents of this document. We
disclaim liability for errors, omissions, or future changes herein.

Trademarks

Xplore and the Xplore logo are registered trademarks of Xplore
Technologies Corp.; iX104, iX104C
Dual Mode are trademarks of Xplore Technologies Corp.

Kensington and MicroSaver are registered trademarks of the Kensington
Technology Group. Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft
Corporation. Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Professional, and
Windows XP Tablet PC Edition are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
PCMCIA and CardBus are registered trademarks of the Personal
Computer Memory Card International Association. Intel, Pentium, and
SpeedStep are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation. Wi-Fi is a
trademark of the Wireless Ethernet Compatibility Alliance (WECA).
FireWire is a registered trademark of Apple Computer, Inc. ISODAMP is
a registered trademark of Aearo Company.

All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks and service
marks used herein are property of their respective companies.

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, iX104C4 AllVue, and iX104C4

Copyright

Copyright © 2003-2008 Xplore Technologies Corp. All rights reserved.
No part of this publication may be copied, reproduced, or translated,
without the prior written consent of Xplore Technologies. No part of this
publication may be stored or transmitted in any electronic form without
the prior consent of Xplore Technologies. Any unauthorized use is a
violation of copyright laws.

Publication information

PN: 95-01085, Rev. A
July 2008

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Declaration of conformity

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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY according to FCC Part 15
Responsible Party Name: Xplore Technologies Corp.
Address: 14000 Summit Drive, Suite 900, Austin, Texas 78728
Telephone: [phone]

Declares that product: Model Series: iX104C

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and, (2)
This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

WARNING

Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

For more information about FCC rules and their applicability to the iX104, see
Appendix E, “Agency Notices.”

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complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

Warranty information

The iX104C4 is backed by a standard 36-month International Limited Warranty. An
extended International Limited Warranty is available. Check the service kit included
with your computer for warranty terms and conditions.

Important safety information

Before you use the iX104C
instructions and the operation instructions in this handbook.

Failure to observe all these instructions voids the Limited Warranty and may lead
to suspension or denial of services to the offender, or legal action, or both.

Follow any special regulations governing the use of the tablet and, if radio-enabled,
always switch it off in areas where radio devices are forbidden or when the radio device
can cause interference or danger.

Always follow any safety laws and regulations pertaining to the use of cell phones and
two-way radios, because these laws and regulations typically apply to the use of the
wireless-enabled tablet.

Observe all restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots (fuel storage and
distribution areas), chemical plants, and wherever blasting operations are in progress or
in any area in which restrictions on radio transmissions are imposed.

Switch off the tablet when in an aircraft. The tablet is not FAA-approved for use on
aircraft. The effect of the use of the tablet in aircraft is unknown. Using the tablet in an
aircraft may affect aircraft instrumentation, communication, and performance; may
disrupt the network; and may be illegal.

Operating the wireless-enabled tablet may interfere with the functioning of
inadequately protected medical devices such as pacemakers. Consult a physician or the
manufacturer of the medical device if you have any questions.

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(referred to as the tablet), read these safety

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Radio signals from your tablet will not affect the operation of most modern equipment,

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but certain electronic equipment, including automotive systems, may not be shielded
against radio signals from your tablet. Check with the manufacturer of your motor
vehicle or the manufacturer’s representative to determine whether using the tablet will
present any safety issues.

Avoid using the tablet in any environment that requires your full attention, such as
when driving a vehicle. If you need to use your tablet while driving, have a passenger
use it for you or find a safe location to halt your vehicle.

WARNING

Use only battery types specified in this handbook. Using any other type of battery can be
dangerous and can disable the tablet.

WARNING

Do not use any dock or any other accessory or attachment that is not manufactured or
supplied by Xplore or an authorized Xplore accessories supplier. Use of any accessory or
attachment that is not supplied or approved for use with the tablet by Xplore is not
permitted because it may cause hazards.

Operate the tablet only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
(See page 54 for more information about the battery and power supply.) Route power
supply cords so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed
upon or against them. Pay particular attention to cords at plugs and convenience
receptacles, and at the point where cords exit from the tablet or its dock. Do not
overload wall outlets, extension cords, or integral convenience receptacles because this
can cause fire or electric shock.

Unplug the tablet and refer the tablet and dock for service to qualified service personnel
if any of the following conditions occur:

■ The power supply cord or plug is damaged.

■ The tablet or dock does not operate normally when you follow the instructions in

this book.

■ The tablet or dock exhibits a distinct change in performance.

Adjust only controls for which there are instructions in this book. An improper
adjustment of other controls can result in damage and may require extensive work by a
qualified technician to restore the tablet or dock to normal operation.

CAUTION
Avoid prolonged physical contact with the exposed metal surfaces on the front and
back of the tablet. While the tablet may not feel hot to the touch, if you maintain
physical contact with the tablet for a long time (for example, if you rest the tablet on
your lap for a long time), your skin may suffer low-heat injury. In addition, be careful
when you remove a PC card that has been used for a long time, because the card
may be hot.

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Welcome

™

Welcome to the Xplore Technologies® iX104C

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tablet PC, the
rugged tablet designed, tested, and manufactured to meet the
environmental and physical real-world challenges faced by today’s
mobile workers. Based on years of experience in rugged mobile
applications, the

iX104C

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is designed to withstand the abuses of

everyday wear and tear.

Advanced technology, innovative design, and a rugged case are just a
few highlights of your

Note: This handbook assumes that you have basic experience

using computers and Microsoft® Windows®.

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system.

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Welcome

About your computer

The iX104C4 is a high-performance tablet PC that runs on Microsoft
Windows XP® Professional Tablet PC Edition and Vista Business
operating systems.

The method you use to control the tablet depends on the tablet model,
as follows:

Tablet Model Digitizer/Touchscreen Control Method

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iX104C

Dual Mode Inductive and resistive

touch digitizer

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iX104C

Dual Mode

AllVue Xtreme

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iX104C

AllVue

Xtreme

Sunlight-viewable display
with inductive and
resistive digitizer

Sunlight-viewable display
with inductive digitizer

• Special, enhanced pen
(included with the tablet)

• Your finger

• Any suitable pointing
device

• Special, enhanced pen
(included with the tablet)

• Your finger

• Any suitable pointing
device

• Special, enhanced pen
(included with the tablet)

• Any suitable pointing
device

Note: In this handbook, all information applies to all models
unless otherwise noted.

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Welcome

Package contents

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tablets have been engineered and tested to meet Military

All
Standards for Environmental Extremes (MIL STD 810F). Your tablet
includes the following features that make it exceptionally rugged and
durable:

■ Durable, long-lasting, dense magnesium enclosure

■ Interior and exterior multi-layer magnesium frames and cavities

■ ISODAMP

®

shock absorbing materials in patented bumpering

system and gasket protection mechanisms

■ Shock-isolated hard disk

■ Integrated, protected wireless LAN and WAN antennas for dual

mode operation

■ Locked in place memory, cables, and connectors

■ Proprietary thermal management system

Check to make sure your package includes the following items:

■ Quick Start Guide

■ Battery pack

■ Power cord

■ AC adapter

■ Pen

■ Pen tether

■ iX104C

■ Warranty information kit

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tablet PC

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Welcome

Optional accessories

Your package also includes any optional accessories you ordered.

Docking options

■ xStand Desktop Docking Station

■ xDock Vehicle Docking Station

Carrying cases

■ Shoulder cases

■ Portfolio case

■ Dockable case

Storage options

■ External USB floppy disk drive

■ External USB CD-ROM drive

Memory

■ 2 GB RAM

■ 32 GB 2.5-inch solid state hard drive

Power options

■ AC adapter with U.S. cord

■ Main battery pack (41 watt hours)

■ Extended life battery pack (55 watt hours)

■ Auto adapter (cigarette lighter adapter)

Additional accessories

■ USB non-rugged mini keyboard (83-key)

■ USB rugged, backlit keyboard (83-key)

■ Screen protectors (2-pack)

■ Active stylus

■ Pen tether

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Contacting Xplore – service and questions

The serial number is on the
back of the tablet. See
page 21.

Note: To troubleshoot problems (including wireless and GPS
problems), before you call, read the FAQ page of the Xplore
Technologies Web site. Go to http://www.xploretech.com; then
select Customer Support; then FAQ.

If you purchased your tablet from an authorized Xplore dealer,
contact the dealer for service and support.

If you purchased your tablet directly from Xplore, use any of the
following methods to contact Xplore for service and support:

Web site http://www.xploretech.com

E-mail [e-mail]

Toll free 1-866-296-8541, extension 222

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Fax [phone]

Before you contact Xplore, have the following information ready so
that the customer support representative can quickly provide a
solution:

Product name: iX104C

Product serial number

Purchase date

Conditions under which the problem occurred

Any error messages that were displayed

Type of device connected, if any

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1 Getting Started

Built-in

microphone

Speaker

Speaker

Auto Light sensor

Reset switch

Status indicator

HDD indicator

Fingerprint scanner

This chapter gives you an overview of your tablet and includes a
quick-start guide to tablet keys.

Front view

Built-in microphone Enables you to input mono audio with noise cancellation. (See page 50.)

Reset switch Enables you to turn off the computer when using the Power (On/Off)/Backlight

Status indicator Indicates the computer status (on, off, etc.). (See page 26.)

Speakers Enable you to listen to stereo audio files. Sealed to provide protection from the

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(On/Off)/Resume key is not effective. (See page 32.)

environment.

Chapter 1. Getting Started

Front view

Auto Light sensor Detects ambient light conditions.

HDD indicator Indicates hard disk drive activity. (See page 26.)

Fingerprint scanner Enables you to use fingerprint verification features. (See page 43.)

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Back view

Convection

air flow

cover

Pen

Removable
battery pack

Battery
release
latch

Pen holder

Antenna

covers

Certificate of
Authentication label

Battery
lock
button

Serial number

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Front view

Convection air flow cover Magnesium cover over the thermal transfer bay that manages heat movement out

of the computer.

Antenna covers For optional wireless LAN and WAN models, protect and secure the radio antennas

(accessible by authorized service personnel only).

Pen The main device you use to enter data and control applications (instead of a mouse

or a keyboard). Also called the stylus. See “Using the pen” on page 37.

Pen holder Provides a place to secure the pen when you are not using it.

Battery release latch Provides access to the battery.

Battery lock button Secures the battery inside the tablet.

Removable battery pack Powers the computer when AC power is unavailable.

Certificate of Authentication
label and serial number

Label that identifies the tablet’s operation system as being genuine Microsoft
software, and your tablet’s serial number.

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Power (On/Off)/
Backlight (On/Off)/
Resume button

Air flow vents

Bluetooth antenna

Kensington
lock slot

Front view

Top view

Power (On/Off)/
Backlight (On/Off)/
Resume button

Air flow vents Help prevent the computer from overheating by forcing heat away from the

Bluetooth antenna Bluetooth antenna.

Kensington™ lock slot Connector for the optional Kensington MicroSaver™ or equivalent compatible

Press the button to turn the computer on or off, to turn the backlight on or off, or to
resume operation.

computer. (Do not block the vents.)

security cable.
Note: Contact your reseller for information about the Kensington security cable.

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Microphone
connector

Power

connector

External monitor
connector
(or optional 9-pin
serial port)

LAN connector

USB ports

Headphone

connector

Front view

Bottom view

The connectors on the bottom of the computer are located behind the outer doors.

Power connector For the optional AC adapter or auto adapter. (See “Optional accessories” on

page 16.)

USB 2.0 ports For Universal Serial Bus devices (compliant with USB Standard Revision 2.0).

Note: The optional Office and Vehicle Docks include additional USB ports. See
“Optional accessories” on page 16.

Headphone connector For stereo headphones or speakers.

Microphone connector For an external microphone.

LAN connector For connecting a standard RJ-45 connector to the tablet’s internal local area

network (LAN) card

External monitor connector For an external monitor or projection panel.

(Optional) 9-pin serial port For connecting terminals or other devices that use the RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485

data transfer standard.

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Guide pin

receptacles

Docking connector for the
optional Xplore Tablet Dock

Front view

Left side view

Docking connector Enables you to connect the optional xStand Desktop Docking Station or xDock

Vehicle Docking Station.

Guide pin receptacles Help assure a secure connection of the optional xStand or xDock.

Note: See “Optional accessories” on page 16.

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XPL expansion port

Bumpers

Front view

Right side view

Bumpers Fabricated from rugged material. Raised to help protect the computer from

damage.

XPL expansion port A USB port (compliant with USB Standard Revision 2.0) that enables you to

connect XPL snap-on expansion modules with additional functionality such as
GPS, barcode scanning, and magnetic stripe reading.
Note: Contact your reseller for information about the XPL expansion module.

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Status LED

HDD LED

Front view

LED indicators

The LED indicator lights show the status of system functions.

The following table defines the various LED states.

Table 1 Status LED indicator

Mode/State LED State Meaning

On state green, continuous The computer is on, ready for use, and functioning

normally. The battery is fully charged.

Charging green, blinking The AC adapter is plugged in and the battery is

charging.

Off state off (no light) The computer is off.

Suspend mode yellow, continuous The computer is on and is in Suspend or

Hibernation mode.

Thermal control yellow, blinking The computer is on and is in Warm-up mode, with

the LCD and backlight off. After the system has
warmed to a safe level, the LCD and backlight turn
on.

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Table 1 Status LED indicator (continued)

Mode/State LED State Meaning

On red, blinking The computer is powered on, running on battery

power, and the charge level in the battery has
reached a minimum warning state. Plug the
computer into an AC/DC power source or install a
charged battery.

On red, continuous The computer is on, running on battery power, and

the charge level in the battery has reached a critical
state. Plug the computer into an AC/DC power
source or install a charged battery.
Or:
The computer has encountered a fault and is not
operating normally. Contact your computer support
personnel, such as your help desk.

Front view

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Ctrl-Alt-Delete

(Secure Attention

Sequence) key

Screen Rotation

key

Function

key

Hot key 1

Hot key 2

Hot key 3

Fingerprint scanner

Quick-start guide

Quick-start guide

This section is a quick guide to using the main features of your tablet.
(See Chapter 2 for detailed information.)

Application, Windows, and hot keys

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To define a function, see
“Programming hot keys” on
page 70.

Table 2 Main keys

Press this key... To perform this function

Log on after resuming operation from power
management, powering on, or locking.
After logging on, launch Windows Task Manager.

Rotate screen orientation between portrait
(vertical) and landscape (horizontal).

Use in combination with another key to perform
various functions. (See page 30.)

Fingerprint scanner.

Open Help, or perform a user-definable function.

Open Internet Explorer, or perform a
user-definable function.

Open your email application, or perform a
user-definable function.

Quick-start guide

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Table 3 Function mode keys

Press these keys... To perform this function

Default function: Send video display to a monitor or

projection panel connected to the computer (and back to
the computer again). You can program this key
combination to perform a different function. (See
“Programming hot keys to start applications, open
documents, or go to a Web site” on page 71.)

Default function:

Default function: Open the pen calibration program. You

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“Programming hot keys to start applications, open
documents, or go to a Web site” on page 71).

iX104C

mode, or Touch mode. This determines the input
devices you can use. In Auto-Sense mode, you can use
the pen, your finger, or another similar device
interchangeably. In Active mode, you can use only the
pen. In Touch mode, you can use your finger or another
similar pointing device. You can program this key
combination to perform a different function. (See
“Programming hot keys to start applications, open
documents, or go to a Web site” on page 71.)

can program this key combination to perform a different
function. (See “Programming hot keys to start
applications, open documents, or go to a Web site” on
page 71.)

: Open a pre-defined program (see

4

Dual Mode: Select Auto-Sense mode, Active

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