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    OPERATOR’ S MANUAL MIL-BOOK 20 SERIES NOTEBOOK 22355 TAG Way, Dulles, VA 20166 Tel: (703) 406.3000 Fax: (703) 607.3853 ...

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    i TRADEMARKS All brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. NOTE Information in this manual is subject to change without notice. ...

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    i i Regulatory Information This appendix provides regulatory statements and safety notices on your computer. NOTE: Marking labels located on the exterior of your computer indicate the regulations that your model complies with. Please check the marking labels and refer to the corresponding statements in this appendix. Some notices apply to specific ...

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    ii i On the Use of the System Class B Regulations USA Federal Communications Com mission Radio Frequency Interference Statement NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable pr otection against harmful interf ...

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    i v Canada Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations Class B Compliance Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canada Interference-Causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement Canadien sur le matériel brouileur. This digital ap ...

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    v ENGLISH CAUTION : Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to manufacturer's instructions. DEUTSCH VORSICHT : Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßem Austausch de r Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder ei ...

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    v i About the Modem Caution 1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm. 2. Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations. 3. Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface. 4. Use caution when ...

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    vi i On the Use of RF Device NOTE: The information in this section applies to models with the wireless LAN module. USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices IMPORTANT NOTE: To comply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter m ust be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from all ...

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    vii i The use of wireless devices on airplanes is governed by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each hospital. Antenna use: In order to com ply with FCC RF exposure limits, low gain integrated antennas should be located at a minimum distance of 20 cm (8 inche ...

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    i x EMC Requirements This device uses, generates and radiat es radio frequency energy. The radio frequency energy produced by this device is well below the maximum exposure allowed by the Federal Communications Comm ission (FCC). This device complies with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 subpart C of the FCC Rules and Reg ...

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    x Canada Radio Frequency Interference Requirements To prevent radio interference to the licen sed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from window s to provide maxim um shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. Pour empêcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au ...

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    xi Greek To προϊόν αυτό πληροί τις προβλέψεις της Ευρωπαϊκής Οδηγίας 1999/5/EC. Icelandic Þessi vara stenst reglugerð Evr ópska Efnahags Bandalagsins númer 1999/5/EC. Italian Questo prodotto è conforme alla Direttiva Europea 1999/5/EC. Norwegian Dette produktet er i henhold til bestemmelsene i d ...

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    x i i General European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100 mW Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP) and the frequency range 2400 – 2483.5 MHz. Belgium and the Netherlands In Belgium and the Netherlands, the product may not be used outdoors. See the instructions next under the heading “How to Turn Off the Wireless LAN Ra ...

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    x ii i Departments in Which the Wireless LAN Module’s Maximum EIRP Not Shown in the Previous Table Frequency Ranges (MHz) Indoors Outdoors 2400 – 2446.5 10 m W Not permitted 2446.5 – 2483.5 100 m W 100 mW on private property with Ministry of Defense approval Turning Off the Wireless LAN Radio NOTE: Turning the wireless LAN radio off is not th ...

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    x i v Table of Contents Preface .................................................................................... XiX Chapter 1 Getting Started ..................................................... 1-1 Getting the Computer Running ................................................ 1-2 Unpacking ..................................................... ...

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    xv Mouse-control Buttons....................................................... 2-4 Typewriter Keys................................................................. 2-5 Cursor-control Keys ........................................................... 2-5 Numeric Keypad ................................................................ 2-6 Euro Symbol . ...

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    x v i Power-Saving Tips ................................................................. 3-10 Chapter 4 Expanding Y our Comput er.................................. 4-1 Connecting a Serial Device ...................................................... 4-2 Connecting a USB Device ....................................................... 4-3 Connecting ...

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    x vi i Location Guidelines ........................................................... 7-3 General Guidelines ............................................................. 7-3 Cleaning Guidelines ........................................................... 7-4 Battery Pack Guidelines ..................................................... 7-4 When Tra ...

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    x i x Preface This manual contains information that will help you operate the computer. It is divided into 8 chapters and 2 appendices. ! Chapter 1, Getting Started , takes you through the process of setting up the computer and identifying its external components. ! Chapter 2, Operating Your Tablet PC , tells you how to use the computer’s compone ...

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    xx Notational Conventions Throughout this manual, the following conventions are used to distinguish elements of text. NOTE: identifies additional information that requires special attention. CAUTION: identifies important information which, if not followed, may result in loss of data or damage to the computer. Keyboard keys are shown in a bold types ...

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    CHAPTER 1 Getting Started Congratulations on purchasing this Tablet PC. This hand-held computer, having no fan and being almost noiseless, is especially designed for the practical applications of warehouses, automobiles, vehicles, public security, repairing, assisting the handicapped, and other demanding situations where conventional notebook compu ...

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    1-2 Getting Started Getting the Computer Running This section guides you through the pr ocedures for getting the computer ready for operation. Unpacking After unpacking the shipping carton, you should find these standard items:  Tablet PC  Accessories: − AC adapter (100~240 VAC, 50~60 H z) − AC power cord (US, CE, UK, SA) − Private cabl ...

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    Getting Started 1-3 Inspect all the items. If any item is damaged or missing, n otify your dealer immediately . Keep the shipping carton and packing ma terials in case you need to ship or store the computer in the future. Before You Begin To prevent depletion of the backup battery’s power dur ing transit, a switch is provided at the bottom-side o ...

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    1-4 Getting Started NOTE: Power Supply Cord: (optional) Detachable, minimum 1.5 m long. Listed, rated minimum 125 V, 7 A, having a 2/18 AWG, type SVT flexible cord. One end terminates with a parallel blade, molded-on, attachments plug with a 7 A, 125 V (NEMA 1-15P) configuration; other end terminates with a molded-on appliance coupler. Alternate: ( ...

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    Getting Started 1-5 CAUTION:  When you disconnect the AC adapter, disconnect from the electrical outlet first and then from the computer. A reverse pr ocedure may damage the AC adapter or the computer.  When unplugging the connector, always hold the plug head. Never pull on the cord. NOTE: When the AC adapter is connected, it also charges the ...

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    1-6 Getting Started Using the Wireless Keyboard (option) The wireless keyboard can either be placed flat on the table or inclined using its stand found at the back. To pla ce the wireless keyboard in an inclined position, pull open the stand located at the back as shown on the next figure. Place the wireless keyboard in front of the Tablet PC with ...

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    Getting Started 1-7 Turning On and Off the Computer Turning On 1. Make sure the computer is connected to AC power. 2. Press the power button . ...

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    1-8 Getting Started 3. Each time the computer is turned on, it performs a Power-On Self Test (POST), and the operating system such as Windows should start. Turning Off To turn off the computer power, use the “Shut Down” command of your operating system. NOTE: There are other ways you can stop the computer so that you will be back to where you l ...

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    Getting Started 1-9 Taking a Look at the Computer This section identifies the external components of the computer and briefly describes the function of each component. Right-Side Components Ref Component Description See Also  USB Port Connects a USB device, such as a USB floppy drive, printer, digital camera, joystick, and more. P. 4-3  Micro ...

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    1-10 Getting Started Ref Component Description See Also  Expansion Port For connecting to: Port Rep licator, CD/DVD-R W/Combo d rive modul e, or USB FDD module. P. 2-16, 4-3  Power Connector Connects the AC adapter. P. 1-4  PC Card Slot Accepts a PC Card for additional functions. P. 4-7 ...

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    Getting Started 1-11 Left-Side Components Ref Component Description See Also  X-Bay Interface Connects additi onal wireless m odem (GPRS/GSM), internal PCMCIA or four ports (COM 4, IEEE 13 94, LAN, and USB 2.0).  IR Port Connects an IrDA-com pliant device fo r wireless data transfer. P. 1-6, 4-5  RJ-11 Connector Connects the telephon e lin ...

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    1-12 Getting Started Rear Components Ref Component Description See Also  Stand System’s vertical angle of inclination after the stand is released 18 ± 3 o . P. 1-5  Main Battery Pack Supplies power to your com puter when external power is not connecte d. P. 3-5  Touchscreen Pen Provides a co nvenient way t o use the touchscreen. C an be ...

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    Getting Started 1-13 Front Components Ref Component Description See Also  LCD Panel and Touchscreen Displays the output of the co mputer. Also s erves as your touchscreen. P. 2-8  Power Button Turns th e comput er power ON an d OFF. Also serves as the SUSPEND/RESUME switch. P. 1-7  Volume Control/ Brightness Control/ Battery Capacity Allow ...

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    1-14 Getting Started Ref Component Description See Also Shows the spe aker volume , the LCD bri ghtness level,and the main b attery capacity P. 3-4 Suspend m ode indicato r (in re verse video) P. 3-8 Hard disk driv e in-use indicat or P. 2-14 Main battery st atus indicat or P. 3-4 Volume adjust indicator P. 2-21 LCD bright ness adjust i ndicator P. ...

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    Getting Started 1-15 Bottom-Side Components Ref Component Description See Also  CCD Port Connects a CCD PC cam era. P. 4-3 ...

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    1-16 Getting Started Where to Go from Here As your computer is ready for operation, you may want to do any of the following now: For this purpose… Do this… To know more about the co mputer… Go on to the next ch apter. To install the operating system if your dealer has not already done so… See the operating system manual. To know more about ...

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    CHAPTER 2 Operating Your Tablet PC This chapter provides information about the use of the computer. If you are new to computers, reading this chapter will help you learn the operating basics. If you are already a computer user but are new to Tablet PCs, you may choose to read only the parts containing inform ation unique to your computer. Described ...

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    2-2 Operating Your Tablet PC Starting and Stopping the Computer There are a number of ways to start and stop the computer. Starting the Computer You always start the computer using the power button . A computer starts up with an operating system (OS) existing on the storage device such as the hard disk; or from a floppy disk or CD if you have the r ...

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    Operating Your Tablet PC 2-3 If you choose to stop in Standby or Susp end mode, you can return to where you left off the next time you start up the computer. (See “Power Management” in Chapter 3 for more information.) ...

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    2-4 Operating Your Tablet PC Using the Wireless Keyboard (option) Before using the wireless keyboard, see section on “Positioning the Tablet PC and Wireless Keyboard” on chapter 1. Your wireless keyboard has all the standard functions of a full-sized computer keyboard. The standard functions of the keyboard can be further divided into five majo ...

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    Operating Your Tablet PC 2-5 Typewriter Keys Typewriter keys are similar to the keys on a typewriter. Several keys are added such as the Ctrl , Alt , Esc , and lock keys for special purposes. The Control key ( Ctrl ) is normally used in combination with other keys for program-specific functions. The Alternate key ( Alt ) is normally used in combina ...

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    2-6 Operating Your Tablet PC Numeric Keypad A 15-key numeric keypad is embedded in the t ypewriter keys as shown next: Numeric keys facilitate entering of numbers and calculations. When Num Lock is on, the numeric keys are activated; meaning you can use these keys to enter numerals. NOTES:  When the numeric keypad is activated and you need to ty ...

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    Operating Your Tablet PC 2-7 Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows-specific functions: Windows Logo k e y and Application key. The Windows Logo ke y opens the Start menu and performs software-specific functions when used in combination with other keys. The Application key usually has the same effect as a right mouse click. (Se ...

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    2-8 Operating Your Tablet PC Using the Touchscreen NOTE: To take advantage of the touchscreen feature, make sure t hat the touchscreen driver is correctly installed. CAUTION: Do not use a sharp object such as a ballpoint pen or pencil on the touchscreen. Doing so may damage the touchscreen surface. Use the included touchscreen pen instead, which ca ...

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    Operating Your Tablet PC 2-9 Term Action Point Move your finger or pen on the touchscreen until the cursor points to the selection on the screen. Click Tap gently anywhere on the touc hscreen. Double-click Tap twice on the t ouchscreen ra pidly. Drag and drop Press lightly on th e touchscreen and move yo ur finger or pen until you reach your des ti ...

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    2-10 Operating Your Tablet PC Using the Floppy Disk Drive (option) Your Tablet PC comes with an USB floppy disk drive as drive A through the USB port on the right side, or port replicator on an optional expansion box, or through the USB port located on the plug of an optional optical drive module, or on the included private cable. A floppy disk dri ...

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    Operating Your Tablet PC 2-11  Through the Expansion Port Plug of the Optical Drive Module – Insert the USB plug of floppy disk drive into the USB port located on the expansion port plug of the optical dri ve module. ...

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    2-12 Operating Your Tablet PC  Through the Private Cable – Insert the USB plug of the floppy disk dr ive into the USB port located on the private cable. Inserting and Ejecting Floppy Disks To insert a floppy disk, hold it with the arrow facing up and t owards the drive. Slide the disk into the drive until it clicks into place. To eject a flopp ...

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    Operating Your Tablet PC 2-13 CAUTION:  Never turn off or reset the computer while the floppy disk drive in-use indicator is on.  Always store your floppy disks in a safe, cl ean co ntainer, to protect them from the environment and magnetic fields.  A floppy disk must be formatted before you can use it. (To know how to format a floppy disk ...

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    2-14 Operating Your Tablet PC Using the Hard Disk Drive Your computer comes with a hard disk drive as drive C. A hard disk drive is a storage device with non-removable, rotating, magnetic storage platters inside it. It is where your operating system and application software programs are stored. Your hard disk drive is a 2.5-inch IDE (Integrated Dri ...

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    Operating Your Tablet PC 2-15 Using the Optical Drive (option) Depending on the model, your computer comes with a CD/DVD-RW/ Combo drive module. This drive is usually configured as drive D and is connected to the expansion port located on the right side of the Tablet PC. The drive uses removable 5.25-inch silver discs, which look like standard musi ...

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    2-16 Operating Your Tablet PC NOTE: For DVD-RW/Combo drive only. This product incorporates copyright protecti on technology that is protected by method claims of certain U.S. patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macr ...

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    Operating Your Tablet PC 2-17 2. Press the eject button and the CD tray will slide out partially. Gently pull on it until it is fully extended. 3. To insert a disc, place down the disc in the tray with its label facing up. Slightly press the center of the tray until it clicks into place. To remove a disc, hold the disc by its outer edge and lift it ...

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    2-18 Operating Your Tablet PC Using the Video Features The video subsystem of your computer features:  10.4-inch TFT (Thin-Film Transistor) 18-bit color LCD display with 1024 × 768 XGA (Extended Graphics Array) resolution.  Simultaneous displa y on LCD and external monitor, which is useful when you have a presentation as y ou can control the ...

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    Operating Your Tablet PC 2-19 Display Mode LCD Only CRT Only Simultaneous Display Resolution Colors 8-bit √ √ √ 16-bit √ √ √ 24-bit √ √ √ 640 × 480 32-bit √ √ √ 8-bit √ √ √ 16-bit √ √ √ 24-bit √ √ √ 720 × 480 32-bit √ √ √ 8-bit √ √ √ 16-bit √ √ √ 24-bit √ √ √ 800 × 600 32-bit √ ...

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    2-20 Operating Your Tablet PC Display Mode LCD Only CRT Only Simultaneous Display 8-bit √ 16-bit √ 1280 × 1024 24-bit √ 8-bit √ 1600 × 1200 16-bit √ TABLE NOT E : 8-bit = 256 col ors; 16-bit = High C olor or 65 ,536 (64 K) colors; 24 and 32-bi t = True Col or 16,770,000 (16 M) col ors. ...

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    Operating Your Tablet PC 2-21 Using the Audio Features NOTES:  To take advantage of the enhanced audio capabilities, the audio and volume control drivers supplied with your computer must be installed (see Chapter 6 for details).  If you experience interference while recording, try lowering the microphone recording volume. The audio subsystem ...

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    2-22 Operating Your Tablet PC Ways of playing and recording sound v ary with the operating system used. See your operating system documentation or onl ine help for specific information. Connecting Audio Devices For higher audio quality, you can send or receive sound through external audio devices.  Microphone Connector ( ) can be connected to an ...

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    Operating Your Tablet PC 2-23 Using the Communication Features Using the Modem NOTE: To take advantage of the modem feature, the device driver supplied with your computer must be installed. The internal 56 K fax/data modem allows you to use the telephone line to communicate with others by fax, email, or connect to an online service or bulletin boar ...

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    2-24 Operating Your Tablet PC Using the Wireless LAN Depending on your model, an internal Mini PCI Wireless LAN (WLAN) card may have been pre-installed by your computer manufacturer at the factory. This card allows you to access corporate networks or the Internet in a wireless environment. The WLAN features include:  2.4 GHz DSSS (Direct Sequenc ...

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    Operating Your Tablet PC 2-25 Turning Off/On the WLAN Radio NOTE: The FAA (Federal Aviation Agency) has deemed it unsafe to operate wireless devices in aircraft as this may interfere with flight safety. Remember to turn off wireless LAN when using your computer in the airplane. The Windows XP WLAN utility must be on for the WLAN function to work. T ...

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    2-26 Operating Your Tablet PC Your computer can send and receive data via a mobile network using the GSM protocol. To send or receive data over a GSM network, you must have an account with a service provider that supports GSM data services, and the service provider must enable the data features on your account. Configuring a GSM Modem Connection Be ...

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    Operating Your Tablet PC 2-27 The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a worldwide radio-navigation system formed from a constellation of 24 satellites and their ground stations. GPS uses these "man-made stars" as reference points to calculate positions accurate to a matter of meters. In fact, with advanced forms of GPS you can make measure ...

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    CHAPTER 3 Managing Power Your computer operates either on external AC power, car adapter, or internal battery power. This chapter tells you how you can effectively manage power. To maintain optimal battery performance, it is important that you use the battery in the proper way. The topics in this chapter include:  What is an AC or car adapter ? ...

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    3-2 Managing Power AC and Car Adapter CAUTION:  The AC and car adapter is designed for use with your computer only. Connecting the AC adapter to another device can damage the adapter.  The AC power cord supplied with your com puter is for use in the country where you purchased your computer. If you plan to go overseas with the computer, consu ...

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    Managing Power 3-3 Battery Pack The battery pack is the internal power source for the computer. It is rechargeable using the AC or car adapter. The operating time of a fully charged battery pack depends on how you are using the computer. When your appl ications often access peripherals, you will experience a shorter operating time. CAUTION: Use onl ...

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    3-4 Managing Power To charge the battery pack, connect the AC adapter to the computer and an electrical outlet. The Battery Charge Indicator ( ) on the Tablet PC’s Device Indicators appears to indicate that charging is in progress. You are advised to keep the computer power off while the battery is being charged. When the battery is fully ch arge ...

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    Managing Power 3-5 By Operating System You can check the approximate batt ery level using the battery meter function of the operating system. To read the battery level in Windows, double-click the icon on the taskbar. (Click the icon if the computer is using AC power.) By Gas Gauge The internal backup battery pack does not support the gas gauge dis ...

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    3-6 Managing Power pack from your dealer and keep it with you in a fully charged state as a backup. To replace the battery p ack, follow these steps: 1. Make sure the computer is not turned on or connected to AC power. However, the Tablet PC supports the battery hot-swap function, providing you the ability to replace the battery even during system ...

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    Managing Power 3-7 Battery Low Signals and Actions Battery Low occurs when the battery has approximately 10% of its charge remaining. The computer gives warning beeps and the Battery Charge Indicator ( ) blinks to alert you to take actions. NOTE: You can set up your threshold and signals of Battery Low under Windows. Immediately save your data upon ...

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    3-8 Managing Power Power Management Your computer supports ACPI (Advanced Configuration and Power Interface) for power management. The power management feature allows you to reduce the power consumption for energy saving. With an ACPI-compliant operating system such as Windows 2000 and Windows XP, power supply to different computer components is co ...

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    Managing Power 3-9 Hibernation NOTE: Make sure that the hibernation feature is enabled in the Hibernate tab of the Power Options Properties from the Control Panel in Windows XP. Hibernation is a very useful feature. People frequently open many applications when they use computers. It takes some time to get all these applications open and running, a ...

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    3-10 Managing Power Power-Saving Tips In addition to your computer’s auto m atic power management, you can do your part to maximize the battery’s operating time by following these suggestions.  Do not disable Power Managem ent.  Decrease the LCD brightness to the lowest comfortable level.  Disable the parallel and serial ports if no de ...

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    CHAPTER 4 Expanding Your Computer You can expand the capabilities of your computer by connecting ot her peripheral devices. When using a device, be sure to read the instructions accompanying the device together with the relevant section in this chapter. This chapter gives guidelines on installing and using these devices:  Serial device  IR de ...

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    4-2 Expanding Your Computer Connecting a Serial Device Your computer has a private port for connecting a serial device such as a serial mouse or modem through the private cable. Follow this procedure to connect a serial device: 1. Make sure the COM Ports item is set properly in the SCU program. (See “Advanced Menu” in Chapter 5 for information. ...

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    Expanding Your Computer 4-3 Connecting a USB Device Your computer has one USB port on the right side for connecting USB devices such as digital camera, scanner, printer, modem, or mouse; and one CCD USB port at the rear-side for connecting an optional CCD camera. NOTE: You can also use the USB port located on the Expansion Port plug of the optional ...

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    4-4 Expanding Your Computer ...

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    Expanding Your Computer 4-5 Connecting an IR Device Your computer has an IR (InfraRed) port for connecting an infrared- equipped device wirelessly such as a wireless key board/mouse, another computer, printer, or PDA (Personal Digital Assistant). The infrared feature supports these standards: For the front panel’s IR port  IR keyboard/mouse th ...

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    4-6 Expanding Your Computer When using the left side’s IR port: Place the transmitting device where its IR port faces the IR port of your computer within the effective range − within ± 15-degrees vertical angle and within ± 15-degrees horizontal angle at no greater than 0.8~1.0 meter distance. Place the receiving device where the IR port of t ...

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    Expanding Your Computer 4-7 Using PC Cards Your computer has one PC card slot to accommodate one type II card. CardBus Support Your computer’s PC card slot supports the CardBus specifications. CardBus is the 32-bit version of PC car d technology. It allows speeds of up to 133 Mbps at 33 MHz. Typical applications are SCSI host bus, graphic video, ...

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    4-8 Expanding Your Computer 3. When a new card is seated, the computer will detect it and try to install the appropriate driver. Follow the on-screen instruction to complete the process. To remove a PC card: 1. Double-click on the Safely Remove Hardware icon found on the Windows XP taskbar and the Safely Remove Hard ware window appears on screen. 2 ...

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    Expanding Your Computer 4-9 System Memory Upgrade You can upgrade your computer by changing system memory to a maximum of 1 GB on the SO-DIMM sl ot. However, to avoid damage during the installation procedure, please ask your dealer for help. ...

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    CHAPTER 5 Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) SCU is a program for configuring the BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) settings of the computer. BIOS is a layer of software, called firmware, that translates instructions from other layers of software into inst ructions that the computer hardware can understand. The BIOS settings are needed by your comput ...

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    5-2 Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) When and How to Use the SCU Program When to Use You need to run the SCU program when:  You see an error message on the screen requesting you to run Setup.  You want to restore the factory default se ttings.  You want to m odify some specific settings according to the hardware.  You want to m odify s ...

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    Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) 5-3 Moving Around and Making Selections A brief description of keyboard (if installed) usage is listed next: Key Function ← , → Selects a menu title. ↑ , ↓ Selects an item or option. Enter 1) Brings up the sub-menu when an item with the arrow sign is selected. 2) Opens or closes the options window when an i ...

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    5-4 Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) Main Menu The Main menu contains the basic configuration settings of the system . Date and Time Sets the system time (Hour, Minute, Second) and date (Year, Month, Day). ...

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    Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) 5-5 Internal Numlock Sets if the numeric keypad will function. A check mark ( √ ) indicates enabled, while underline (_) indicates disabled. USB Emulation Sets if the system supports the USB port in DOS mode. A check mark ( √ ) indicates enabled, while underline (_) indicates disabled. ...

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    5-6 Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) Advanced Menu The Advanced menu contains the Input/Output (I/O) configuration settings of the system. Geyserville Support This item is only available if the CPU you are using supports the Intel® SpeedStep™ function. It allows maxim um CPU performance when using AC/car power but minimum CPU performance when u ...

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    Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) 5-7 NOTE : For Windows 2000, you need to install the SpeedStep driver to use this funct ion (see Chapter 6 for details). Shared Video Memory Sets the shared memory size of the video controller. The available options are 4M , 8M , 16M , and 32M . NOTE : The shared video memory size of the video controller will depen ...

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    5-8 Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) Allows you to assign COM1/COM2/COM3/COM4 to specific functions that you wish to use. In general, COM1/COM4 can be assigned to RS-232C (serial port), COM2 can be assigned to IR (InfraRed), while COM3 can be assigned to touchscreen . Select Disabled if you need the resources (3F8/IRQ4 of COM1, 2F8/IRQ3 of COM2, 3 ...

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    Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) 5-9 HDD Heater Sets if the system automatically turns on the built-in hard disk drive heater for low temperature operation. A check mark ( √ ) indicates enabled, while underline (_) indicates disabled. Function Key 1/2/3 Define (FN1/FN2/FN3) These three items allow user to define the corresponding function key as ...

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    5-10 Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) NOTE : The backlight switch function is support ed only if your LCD is the transflective type (option). Power Button Define Allows you to set whether system power on/off would occur by just pressing the power button (when set at Power ) or whether a combination of the speaker volume / LCD brightness down arrow ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 95

    Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) 5-11 Security Menu The Security menu contains the security setting that safeguards your system against unauthorized use. Set Password Allows you to set the password for your system. When typing the password, first make sure that Num Lock is off, and then type the password in the entry fields and press Enter . Confi ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 96

    5-12 Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) Hard Disk Boot Sector Helps prevent infection of computer viruses by protecting the hard disk boot sector (partition table) from changes. A check mark ( √ ) indicates enabled, while underline (_) indicates disabled. CAUTION: Disable this item before installing an operating system, running Fdisk or Format pro ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 97

    Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) 5-13 Boot Menu The Boot menu sets the sequence of the devices to be searched for the operating system. Boot Sequence Sets the first, second, third, and fourth boot device. The system will try to boot from the first device but if it is not available, will try the next boot device. If you set the first boot device to ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 98

    5-14 Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) Exit Menu The Exit menu allows you to leave the SCU program. After finishing with your settings, you must save and exit so that the new settings can take effect. Save Changes and Exit saves the changes you have made and exits the SCU program. ...

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    Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) 5-15 Discard Changes and Exit exits the SCU program without saving the changes you have made. Get Default Values loads factory default values for all the items. ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 100

    5-16 Setup Configuration Utility (SCU) Load Previous Values restores previous values for all the items. ...

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    CHAPTER 6 Installing Software Drivers To take full advantage of the unique features of your Tablet PC, some operating systems require custom software, known as drivers, to be installed. If you purchased the Tablet PC with Windows pre-installed, your dealer may have already installed the drivers. If not, you need to install the drivers using the CD ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 102

    6-2 Installing Software Drivers How to Use the CD NOTES: • The drivers may have been updated after this manual was published. For drivers upgrade, please contact your dealer. • You can always find the README or document files on the CD. These files contain the latest information from the software supplier. Please read the files together with th ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 103

    Installing Software Drivers 6-3 Just click the Device Driver link on the main screen. After installing the device drivers, proceed to the following: Touchscreen The touchscreen driver allows you to use your fingers as well as the touchscreen pen as a pointing device. Volume Control The volume control driver allows you to use the volum e control but ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 104

    6-4 Installing Software Drivers Name Directory Description Audio driver WinXPaudio or Win2000audio setup.exe Installs the audio driv er that allows you to take full advantage of the audio subsystem . NOTE: The Windows Plug-and-Play capability may automatically detect the new device (Realtek AC' 97 codec) and display the wizard request in ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 105

    Installing Software Drivers 6-5 Dos Mode Setting When connect CRT display, the CRT full screen disappear under the DOS mode, you can follow step as below: 1. Select right side corner ( ) icon then will appear next figure. 2. Select “Graphics Options” then click on the “Graphics Properties”. ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 106

    6-6 Installing Software Drivers 3. Select “Device”, “Intel® Dual Di splay Clone” and check mark indicates enabled “Same display configuration driven on both displays”. ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 107

    Installing Software Drivers 6-7 Touchscreen Driver To install the touch screen driver; perform the following: 1. Insert the driver CD into the drive. 2. Click on “TOUCH SCREEN” and follow the onscreen instructions to continue. 3. When finished installing, select “Yes” to reboot your system. The diver should now be loaded. ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 108

    6-8 Installing Software Drivers Touch screen Calibration: 1. After the system has finished rebooting, click on the “Penmount monitor” icon located on the taskbar to bring up the “Penmount Control Panel”. 2. Select the “Standard Calibra tion” folder and click on “OK”. 3. If you need 4,9,16,25 dot of the calibrate, we suggest select ? ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 109

    Installing Software Drivers 6-9 Intel SpeedStep Utility After installing the SpeedStep driver, you can now optimize the power consumption of the CPU. Click on “Start,” then “Programs,” then “Intel SpeedStep Utility.” The following screen appears as shown next: Make the necessary settings according to your sy stem requireme nts. ...

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    6-10 Installing Software Drivers Wireless LAN Utility Installation Upon clicking on the PROSet link on the main screen, the Installation Wizard appears on screen. Upon clicking on “Next,” the following screen appears as shown next. After making your selection, follow the onscreen instructions to complete the wireless LAN utility installation. ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 111

    CHAPTER 7 Caring for the Tablet PC Taking good care of your computer will ensure a trouble-free operation and reduce the risk of damage to your computer. This chapter gives you guidelines covering these areas of maintenance:  How to protect the computer  What to note when using a nd storing the computer  How to clean the computer  What ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 112

    7-2 Caring for the Tablet PC Protecting the Computer To safeguard the integrity of your computer data as well as the computer itself, you can protect the computer in several ways as described in this section. Using the Password The power-on password protects your computer against unauthorized use. If the password is set, the prompt requesting for t ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 113

    Caring for the Tablet PC 7-3 Taking Care of the Tablet PC Location Guidelines  Use the computer where the temperature is between 10 ° C (50 ° F) and 35 ° C (95 ° F).  Avoid placing the computer in a location subject to h igh humidity, extreme temperatures, mechanical vibration, direct sunlight, or heavy dust.  Do not cover or block any ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 114

    7-4 Caring for the Tablet PC Cleaning Guidelines  Never clean the computer with its power on.  Use a soft cloth moistened with water or a non-alkaline detergent to wipe the exterior of the computer.  Gently wipe the display with a soft, lint-free cloth. Do not use alcohol or detergent on the display.  Dust on the IR port can inte rfere ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 115

    Caring for the Tablet PC 7-5  If you will not be using the computer for a long period of time (m ore than two weeks), remove the Main battery pack from the computer and switch OFF Backup battery.  If you remove the battery pack, make sure the battery term inals do not contact any conductors such as metal objects or water. Otherwise, the batte ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 116

    7-6 Caring for the Tablet PC When Traveling  Before traveling with your computer, m ake a backup of your hard disk data into floppy disks or other storage devices. As an added precaution, bring along an extra copy of your im portant data.  Make sure the battery p ack is fully charged.  Make sure the computer is turned off.  Do not leave ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 117

    CHAPTER 8 Troubleshooting Hardware, software, or a combination of both can cause computer problems. When you encounter any problem, it might be a typical problem that can easily be solved. This chapter tells you what acti ons to take when solving common computer problems. It is divided into three sections:  Preliminary checklist  Solving comm ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 118

    8-2 Troubleshooting Preliminary Checklist Here are helpful hints to follow befo re you take further actions when you encounter any problem:  Try to isolate which part of the computer is causing the problem.  Make sure that you turn on all peripheral devices before turning on the computer.  If an external device has a probl em, make sure th ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 119

    Troubleshooting 8-3 Solving Common Problems For easy reference, the problems are divided into these categories. Prob lem Ty pe Go to Battery pr oblem s P. 8-4 Optical drive prob lems P. 8-5 Display probl ems P. 8-5 Floppy disk dri ve problem s P. 8-7 Hardware device probl ems P. 8-8 Hard disk drive problems P. 8-8 Infrared pr oblems P. 8-8 Keyboard ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 120

    8-4 Troubleshooting Battery Problems The battery does not charge (Ba ttery Charge indicator does not appear).  Make sure that the AC adapter is properly connected.  Make sure that the battery is not too hot – gets above 45 o C (113 o F) or too cold – below 0 o C (32 o F). Allow time for the battery pack to return to room temperature.  ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 121

    Troubleshooting 8-5 The battery operating time indicate d by the battery meter does not match the actual operating time.  The actual operating time can be di fferent from the estimated time, depending on how you are using the com puter. If the actual operating time is much less than the estimated time, we recomme nd a full cycle of fully chargin ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 122

    8-6 Troubleshooting  If the power button does not respond to a light touch, press the button firmly.  If you are using battery power, make sure that it has a charge remaining and that it is installed correctly.  During operation, the screen may automatically turn off as a result of power management. Press any key to see if the screen comes ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 123

    Troubleshooting 8-7 Resolution cannot be adjusted to desired setting.  Make sure that the video driver is installed correctly. The external monitor displays nothing.  Make sure that the monitor is turned on.  Make sure that the monitor’s si gnal cable is properly connected. Simultaneous display does not work.  Make sure that you turn ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 124

    8-8 Troubleshooting Hardware Device Problems The computer does not recognize a newly installed device.  The device may not be correctly configured in the SCU program. Run the SCU program to identify the new type.  Make sure if any device driver need s to be installed. (Refer to the documentation that came with the device.)  Make sure if th ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 125

    Troubleshooting 8-9  Make sure that the device connected is using an equivalent speed.  Make sure that the IrDA Fast Infrared Port is set to HP HSDL-2300/3600.  Make sure that the IR port is set correctly in the SCU program.  If you are printing to an infrared printer, make sure that the appropriate driver is installed.  If you are u ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 126

    8-10 Troubleshooting The serial mouse does not work.  Make sure that the mouse cable is properly connected.  Make sure that you connect the mouse before booting the computer. LAN Problems I cannot access the network.  Make sure that the LAN driver is correctly installed.  Make sure that the LAN cable is properly connected to the RJ-45 c ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 127

    Troubleshooting 8-11  Consult your dealer or an experienced radio technician for help. I cannot connect to another WLAN device.  Make sure that the WLAN feature is turned on.  Make sure that the SSID setting is the same for every WLAN device in the network.  Your computer is not recognizing changes. Restart the computer.  Make sure t ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 128

    8-12 Troubleshooting Modem Problems The modem does not work.  Make sure that the modem driver is correctly installed.  Make sure that the telephone line is properly connected.  Make sure that the COM port in the communication software is correctly set.  Turn off power ma nagement. PC Card Problems The PC card does not work.  Make sur ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 129

    Troubleshooting 8-13 The PC card stops communicating properly.  The application may have been reset when the computer is turned off or in Standby mode. Exit and restart the application. Power Management Problems The computer does not enter Standby or Suspend mode automatically.  If you have a connection to another computer, the com puter does ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 130

    8-14 Troubleshooting  Make sure that the printer driver is correctly installed.  Make sure that you have assigned the printer port correctly in your operating system or application pr ogram.  Make sure that the printer port is enabled in the SCU program. The printer prints garbled information.  Make sure that the printer driver is corre ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 131

    Troubleshooting 8-15 The sound system does not record.  Adjust the playback or recording sound levels. The external microphone or audio device does not work.  Make sure that the microphone is connected to the proper connector on the computer.  Make sure that your computer is equipped with the driver needed.  Click the speaker symbol on ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 132

    8-16 Troubleshooting  If this message appears when you are booting from the hard disk, insert a bootable disk in the floppy disk drive and check the condition of the hard disk. The message “Invalid system disk” or “Disk error” appears on the screen after you turn on the computer.  If you are deliberately trying to boot from a floppy d ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 133

    Troubleshooting 8-17 Resetting the Computer You may have to reset (reboot) your computer on some occasions when an error occurs and the program you are using hangs up. If the system operation seems to hang up, first wait. It is possible that the system is processing data. Periodically check the hard disk drive in-use indicator, if it flashes irregu ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 134

    APPENDIX A Specifications NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without any prior notices. Parts Specifications CPU Intel Pentium M processor LV, 1.1 GHz in µ- FCBGA package FSB (Front Side Bus) 400 MHz, thermal ceiling 12 W L2 Cache Memory 1 MB on-die ROM BIOS 512 KB Flash EEPROM (system and VGA BIOS), Plug-and-Play capability, ACPI 2.0 capa ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 135

    A-2 Specifications Parts Specifications PC card Type II × 1, CardBus support On main system Serial port, USB port, doc king port, IR port for wireless keyboar d/ mouse, RJ-11 fax/m odem port On Port Replicator module Serial port × 2, ECP/EPP parallel port × 1, USB 1.1 port × 2, VGA port × 1, PS/2 port (mouse and keyboard), Mic in, Line out On ...

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    APPENDIX B Regulatory Information This appendix provides re gulatory statements and safety notices on your computer. NOTE: Marking labels located on the exterior of your computer indicate the regulations that your model complies with. Please check the marking labels and refer to the corresponding statements in this appendix. Some notices apply to s ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 137

    B-2 Regulatory Information On the Use of the System Class B Regulations USA Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement NOTE: This equipment has b een tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursu ant to Part 15 of th e FCC Rules. These li mits are designed to provide reasonable prot ecti ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 138

    Regulatory Information B-3 Canada Canadian Department of Communications Radio Interference Regulations Class B Compliance Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canada Interference-Causing e quipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement Canadien sur le matériel br ...

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    B-4 Regulatory Information ENGLISH CAUTION : Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly repla ced. Replace on ly with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to m anufacturer's instructions. DEUTSCH VORSICHT : Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßem Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 140

    Regulatory Information B-5 About the Modem Caution  Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.  Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifically designed for wet locations.  Never touch non-insulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network inter ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 141

    B-6 Regulatory Information On the Use of RF Device NOTE: The information in this section applies to models with the wireless LAN module. USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices IMPORTANT NOTE: To co mply with FCC RF exposure compliance requirements, the antenna used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of a ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 142

    Regulatory Information B-7  The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each hospital. Antenna use:  In order to comply with FCC RF exposur e limits, low gain integrated antennas should be located at a mini mum distance of 20 cm (8 inches) or more from the body of all persons.  High-gain, wall-mount, o ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 143

    B-8 Regulatory Information EMC Requirements This de vice uses , gene rates and ra diat es radio frequency energy. The radio frequency en ergy produced by this dev ice is well below the maximu m exposure allowed by the Federal Co mmunications Co mmission (FCC). This device complies with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 sub ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 144

    Regulatory Information B-9 Canada Radio Frequency Interference Requirements To prevent radio interference to th e licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provi de maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing. Pour empêcher que cet apparei ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 145

    B-10 Regulatory Information Greek To προϊόν αυτό πληροί τις προβλέψεις της Ευρωπαϊκής Οδηγίας 1999/5/EC. Icelandic Þessi vara stenst reglugerð Evr ópska Efnahags Bandalagsins númer 1999/5/EC. Italian Questo prodotto è conforme alla Direttiva Europea 1999/5/EC. Norwegian Dette produktet er i henh ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 146

    Regulatory Information B-11 General European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power of 100 mW Effective Isotropic Radiated Power (EIRP) and the frequency range 2400 – 2483.5 MHz. Belgium and the Netherlands In Belgium and the Netherlands, the product may not be used outdoors. See the instructions next under th e heading “How to Turn ...

  • TAG 20 Series - page 147

    B-12 Regulatory Information Departments in Which the Wireless LAN Module’s Maximum EIRP Not Shown in the Previous Table Frequency Ranges (MHz) Indoors Outdoors 2400 – 2446. 5 10 mW Not perm itted 2446.5 – 2483.5 100 mW 100 mW on p rivate prope rty with Ministry of Defense appro val Turning Off the Wireless LAN Radio NOTE: Turning the wireless ...

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