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1. handheld cursor or stylus pen on the work surface of the DrawingBoard VI is converted digitized into data for computer processing Data output from the DrawingBoard VI digitizer is in the form of an X Y coordinate pair that pinpoints the precise location of the transducer on the tablet surface By placing a drawing or sketch on the tablet s surface and tracing over it graphical information can be easily converted into accurate digital information for entry into the computer DrawingBoard VI digitizers utilize the same Advanced Function Technology that has set the world standard for performance since 1975 These high performance tools are engineered with a state of the art positioning grid to ensure reliability performance and quality Multiple accuracy versions are available to meet specific system requirements The DrawingBoard VI family of small and large format digitizers boasts the highest resolution 12 700 lines per inch on the market today unparalleled accuracy and a wide range of sizes providing the perfect solution when the work demands precision data input particularly over a large surface area CAD GIS engineering textile and apparel designers appreciate the variety of cordless and corded cursors and stylus pens available to use with DrawingBoard VI An integrated mounting channel on the large format frame allows components such as an accessory tray to be quickly and easily mounted Easy to use software and programmable function2. 17050 1 and EN 17050 1 Declaration of Conformity 9 00045 Rev B Revision history Rev 00 Created document 9 15 2006 Dana Doubrava 5 00045 RevA Assigned 57 part number and Modified the formatting to match others modified letterhead and contact information for Turning Technologies 08 14 2013 Andrea Davidson 57 00045 RevB Added Super L VI to the Models listed Dot 57 00045 Rev B 14557 N Band St 266 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 w ww gtcocaicomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 46 E 4 CalComp by TURNING technologies uming DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY t ESL According to ISO IEC 17050 1 and EN 17050 1 Manufacturer s Name Turning Technologies LLC DBA GTCO CalComp Manufacturer s HQ Address 255 West Federal Street Youngstown Ohio 44503 U S A European Address 26 36 rue Alfred Nobel 93600 Aulnay Sous Bois France Phone 33 158 31 10 60 Fax 33 1 58 31 10 69 Declares that the product Product Name DrawingBoard VI Model Number DB6 2024 DB6 2436 DB6 3648 DB6 4460 DB6 1212 DB6 1218 SuperL VI Regulatory Model Number DB6 Digitizing Tablet Product Options All Conforms to the following specifications EMC EN55022 2006 Class B EN55024 1998 A1 2001 A2 2003 EMC Directive 88 335 EEC and amendment 92 31 EEC Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC EN 61000 3 2 2000 EN 61000 3 3 1835 A1 2001 EN 61000 4 2 1995 A1 1998 A2002 EN 61000 4 3 2002 A1 2002 EN 61000 4 4 1995 A1 2001 A2 2
3. CalComp 9100 format Seri 1220314 ELE ELE ELEC EL E EE EZ EE EC EL ie moeoooeeeeeoooeeooce E Ooeeoooooooooooooe EK Oooeeoooooooooooooo Using GTCO DigiPad format Sen P2030 405 EJ E EJ ER EC EO E EE EZ is E E CJ meeoooeeeeeoceoeeooe EK ooeeoooooooooooooe E ooeeoooooooooooooo Setting up for AutoCAD DOS only Using ADI format Ec EB EE EL ER ELE Ed 8 9 tof 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 meeoooeeeeeoeoeeece EOooeeoooooooooooooe E Eooeeoooooooooooooo Using CalComp 9100 format EE EE ERER EA ELEREC EL ED E EC E ED EL 18 m eeoooeeeeeoooeoooo E Oooeooe oooooooooooe jooeeoooooooooooooo ES en 14557 N 82nd St INE TERRE VERS 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 Www datcocalcomp com 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 23 GIC dd Galt omp Setting up for GeneriCAD Using CalComp 9100 format ere eee Peeoo0c0 eeeeodco0c0e e eoodod E Oooeooe oooooooooooe E looeeoooooooooooooo Using GTCO DigiPad format GUBHBEBDBBEBUESDUI DESIEEDIU meeoooeeeeeoceocoee EAHMHEEFRR ERE E ooeeooooooooooo Using Summagraphics format CIESERERER EIER EAE ELEC EL EC E LZ EGET Beooooooeeooee ooeoooooooot jooeeoooooooo m oeeB oeeB eeoco 0000 0000 14557 N Band St an 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 Www datcocalcomp com 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 24 a dd CalComp Setting up for Maplnfo DOS only Using CalComp 9
4. Payment of shipping charges is discussed in the next section of this warranty Packaging costs Customers should keep their boxes Warranty Service Procedures ds To obtain service on your GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies product contact the Technical Support Department to receive a Return Material Authorization Number RMA and shipping instructions by calling 1 866 746 3015 2 Ship the product to GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies with the RMA marked clearly on the outside of the box Without a clearly marked RMA on the shipping box GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies reserves the right to refuse the shipment 3 Although you must pay any shipping charges to ship the product to GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies for warranty service GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies will pay the return shipping charges for ground shipment Other shipping options are available at an additional fee 4 Whenever warranty service is required the original dated sales invoice or a copy must be presented as proof of warranty coverage and should be included in shipment of the product Please also include your name address telephone number fax number email address and a description of the problem 5 If GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies determines that the unit is not defective within the terms of the warranty the consumer shall pay the cost of all freight charges as well as any repair charges Technical Support Web based Techn
5. Vista 7 or 8 One available RS 232C serial communication port Serial signal levels must conform to EIA RS 232C specifications e 10 MB of free disk space Application software that directly accepts digitizer input via the computer s RS 232C serial port or via the Wintab API or TabCon API Overview The DrawingBoard VI digitizer large format shown here consists of Indicator Light gt Active Area en Gm Bao rid HH T Transducers 5 mP5 gBDOODuBDUCOCODODOGO do rn Drawleg eard VI Menu Strip Active Area The drawing area Active Area is the portion of the tablet surface designated for digitizing Its boundaries are marked at each corner by a right angle crop mark on large format tablets On small format tablets the Active Area is delineated by the overlay not including the menu 14557 N Band St 266 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www dtcocailcomp com 480 996 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 7 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Menu Strip The Menu Strip is the row of keys located in the lower left corner of the large format tablet and across the top of the small format tablet You can use the keys to customize your tablet or to assign macros to Configuration keys for greater productivity Indicator Light The power proximity LED in the upper right corner of the large format DrawingBoard VI frame or the proximity configuration light above the Menu Strip on the small fo
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7. device is connected to a COM port that shares the same IRQ as the tablet COM port e your tablet is connected to COM1 IRQ4 and your modem is connected to COM3 IRQ4 Solution Press any button on the transducer If the configuration light is on click on the Config Exit key on the Menu Strip Is the serial port being used correctly identified in your software application Check that the power cable is installed correctly Replace the batteries in the transducer Check that the tablet is identified in your software application Move one of the devices to another COM port Contact your system manufacturer for assistance in relocating the device 14557 N Band St i D IE 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www daticocailc comp com 480 996 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 37 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Screen pointer appears to Tablet is set too close to the Move the tablet farther away shake or jitter screen monitor from the screen Tablet s frequency setting Alternate the transducer s may conflict with the display frequency See the Reducing Monitor Interference section Unable to use the entire Incorrect format selected Check your selections in the tablet surface Menu Strip Software application setup Check that the tablet is incorrectly identified in your software application Returning your Tablet for Repair If you believe you have a defective tablet fi
8. for pens Replacement tips for corded pen 3 pack Replacement tips for cordless pen 3 pack Glossary Accuracy The similarity of a distance measured by the tablet with the actual distance When we specify that the accuracy of a tablet is 010 inches we mean that every point in the Active Area is within 010 inches of where it should be ASCII Abbreviation for American Standard Code for Information Interchange Baud Rate Rate of speed that data flows between a host computer and the digitizer It is the number of bits transmitted per second The lower the baud rate the slower the speed Bit Basic unit of information in the binary system either O or 1 Button Switch on the cursor or pen used to input data Byte Group of eight bits that acts as a single unit of information 14557 N Band St A 266 746 5015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 Wie GTCOCaICOMP Col 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 40 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Coordinate Pair Pair of numbers representing a unique point on the digitizer surface usually the distance across and up from the tablet origin CR The ASCII Carriage Return character usually added to the end of the X Y coordinate pairs sent by the tablet ASCII formats Cursor 1 Transducer used to select specific points on the tablet surface 2 Symbol displayed on the screen marking where the next action will take effect or where the next character typed from the
9. keyboard will appear Data Bits Each transmission contains 7 or 8 data bits Data Rate Number of coordinate pairs X Y the tablet sends to the computer per second Default A value action or setting that a computer system assumes unless the user gives an explicit instruction to the contrary Drawing Area Area on the tablet surface intended for digitizing Referred to as the Active Area Format The form in which data is sent from the tablet DrawingBoard VI tablet can output 32 different formats Frequency Number of waves that pass a fixed point in one second Height See Proximity 14557 N Band St TER FP Sel VEN SIS QU HE ISP 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 Vw WV Ve aic Ut a L Of 15 L ol 490 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 41 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Increment Modes This mode is used with other operating modes Data points are sent only if the transducer has moved the required increment distance in either the X or Y direction and has satisfied the requirements of the operating mode These increment distances are set Separately for each axis Jitter Repeatability error of short duration caused by electrical noise Key Portion of the tablet surface available to the user for tablet setup Line Feed Optional character added to the end of an output format that causes the printer to move to the next line or causes a line to be added on the display screen Line Mode The t
10. keys round out the picture of a powerful versatile tool that can be configured to meet the needs of any application environment from drawing animation presentation graphics and desktop publishing to drafting and mapping The high productivity DrawingBoard VI can be used as both a digitizer and a mouse eliminating the need for multiple devices at your computer In order to send data to a digitizing application DrawingBoard VI must be physically connected to a computer and should be able to transmit data in such a way that the digitizing application recognizes and understands it Before setting up DrawingBoard VI you should determine e Requirements of the digitizing software application being used e Whether the digitizing application requires software drivers to communicate with DrawingBoard VI e Hardware communications connection USB or serial being used between DrawingBoard VI and the computer 14557 N 82nd St ETE THERE ae eee 866 746 3015 toll free ec tts dale A gt 26260 Vw WV Ve atc WL a Of 15 L ol 490 998 175 fax DrawingBoard VI 5 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Parts Checklist v DrawingBoard VI digitizer tablet v CD ROM with Windows Drivers and v Transducer corded or cordless pen user s manual 4 button or 16 button cursor v Universal mounting brackets v USB cable v Registration card Optional Equipment v RS 232 serial kit power supply and v Manual lift manual tilt cable v Ma
11. or 3 Insert the new batteries as they un st o ee are shown in the figure above towards pen tip 4 Replace the pen cover and screw the pen cap onto the pen NOTE When you replace the pen batteries the pen will reset to the default frequency If you changed the frequency of the pen before replacing the batteries you will need to do so again after replacing the batteries see the Reducing Monitor Interference section in Troubleshooting Replacing the Cordless Cursor Batteries The cordless cursor requires two AAA batteries The average battery life for the cursor batteries is 2 000 hours 14557 N B2nd St A 266 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocaicomp col 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 32 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies To replace the batteries 1 Place the cursor face down in the palm of your hand Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the two screws located on the bottom of the cursor see figure Remove the cursor base 2 Remove the old batteries from the battery casings 3 Place the new batteries in the casings matching the polarity of each battery with the markings on S the connector strips match to 2 AAA Batteries 4 Reposition the cursor base Replace the screws with the x z Phillips screwdriver ee 7 97 Base NOTE When you replace the cordless cursor batteries the cursor will reset to the default frequency If you changed the fre
12. 001 EN 61000 4 5 1994 41 2001 EN 61000 4 6 1994 41 2001 EN 61000 4 11 1994 41 2001 FCC Part 15 Safety UL CAN CSA IEC EN amp IEC 60950 1 CE Marking The product carries the C C Mark indicating compliance according to 2004 108 EC FCCAC Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and RS5 210 of the Industry Canada Rules Operation is subject to the following two 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device The user is cautioned that changes or modifications to the that are not approved by the manufacturer could void user s authority to operate the device RoHS R labeled products conform to Directive 2011 65 EU Directive 2002 95 EC These products are RoHS compliant European Union WEEE Directive The manufacture of this equipment required the extraction and use of natural resources It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment In order to avoid the dissemination of the hazardous substances into the environment and to diminish the pressure on our natural resources we encourage you to retum this product to the appropriate take back system facility These facilites reuse or recycle mast of the materials in this equipment in a responsible way The crossed out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use these take back systems If you need more information about the collection r
13. 100 format JE EJ EJ ER EJ EJ E EJ ELEC E E EE EZ E 16 17 18 m eeoooeeeeeocooeeocoee EBooeeoooooooooooooe E ooeeoooooooooooooo Using CalComp 2000 binary format x ER EN EJLER EL EJ E ELLE RU E EE EZ EE ie E EC meeoooeeeeeoceoeeece EK Oooeeoooooooooooooe Klooeeoooooooooooooo 14557 N 82nd St x z 3 2 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www dtcocailcomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 25 GIC 4 CalComp Setting up for MicroStation DOS only Using CalComp 9100 format E EB EJ EJ ER EJ EIE E 8 9 fio E E EE EZ 15 16 17 18 meeoooeeeeeocoooeocoece E ooeeoooooooooooooce EKJooeeoooooooooooooo Setting up for Timberline Using CalComp 9100 format cBUBEDBBOBODUDOUDDODODUUO E oeoooeeeeeoooeeocooe E oeeeoooooooooooooe E K oOooeeoooooooooooooo Using Summagraphics MM 1201 binary format cHBBEDBHUOJBUDIUU EDD mmoeoooeeeeeoceeeeooo K Ooeeooooooooooooooo EK Oooeeoooooooooooooo Setting up for VersaCAD Using Cal Comp 9100 format s EN ER EIER ELE E ELE EC EL EZ EE EC F2 EC Ed EJ 33eeocooeeeeeoooeoooo ioo eooooooooooooooe foOoO 6600000000000000 14557 N 82nd St NCC cas od 866746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocaicomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 26 a dd CalComp by TURNING technologies Restoring a Pre Programmed Setup When you save a custom setup to one of the Save areas the pre programmed setup will be overwritten To restor
14. 175 fax DrawingBoard VI 3 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Caring for the Tablet and Transducer 29 Cleaning the Tablet 29 Cleaning the Cursor 30 Replacing the Pen Tip 30 Replacing the Cordless Pen Batteries 30 Replacing the Cordless Cursor Batteries 31 Troubleshooting 32 Reducing Monitor Interference 33 Changing the Frequency of the Cordless Cursor 33 Changing the Frequency of the Cordless Pen 33 Changing the Frequency of a Corded Transducer 34 Tablet Checklist 34 Computer Checklist 34 Software Checklist 35 Does the tablet work with some software 35 Did the software work in the past 35 Troubleshooting Chart 36 Returning your Tablet for Repair 37 Repacking for Shipment 37 Parts and Accessories 38 Glossary 39 Regulatory Statements and Warranty 43 Radio and Television Interference 43 Canada 44 Declaration of Conformity 45 European Union Emission Directive 47 European Union WEEE Directive 47 Japan 48 Bescheinigung des Herstellers Importeurs 48 Limited Warranty for the DrawingBoard VI 49 14557 N Band St TER FP Sel VEN SIS QU HE ISP 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 Vw WV Ve aic Ut a L Of 15 L ol 490 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 4 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Introduction DrawingBoard VI belongs to a class of computer input devices called graphics tablets or digitizers A digitizer is an electronic tablet work surface The position of a transducer a
15. DrawingBoard VI 1 GIC 4 CalComp by TURNING technologies DRAWINGBOARD VI USER S GUIDE THE DRAWINGBOARD VI FAMILY OF SMALL FORMAT AND LARGE FORMAT DIGITIZERS 14557 N 82nd St 266 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocaicomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 2 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Table of Contents Introduction Parts Checklist What You Will Need to Use DrawingBoard VI PC Requirements For a USB Installation For an Optional Serial Installation DrawingBoard VI Overview Active Area Menu Strip Indicator Light Transducer Setting Up Your DrawingBoard VI Preparing the Large Format DrawingBoard VI Mounting on the Stand Attaching the Optional Accessory Tray or Plan Holder Software Configuration Configuring Non Wintab Applications Installing the TabletWorks Driver Hardware Configuration USB Connection Optional RS 232 Serial Connection Tablet Power On Customizing the Tablet Overview of the Menu Strip Selecting a Pre Programmed Setup Selecting a Custom Setup Tablet Options U RuUN nNMoGotHO 0000l udooocuuuunm Recommended Setups for Common PC Software Applications 21 Restoring a Pre Programmed Setup 26 Learning the Basics 27 Using the Transducer 27 Using the Cursor 27 Using the Pen 28 Learning Basic Movements 29 Clicking and Double Clicking 29 Dragging 29 a 1 1 1 0 14557 N Band St 866 746 5015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 w ww gtcocaicomp com 400 998
16. EU Council Directive 89 366 ECC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class B Information Technology Equipment according to CISPR 22 European Standard EN55022 The limits for Class B equipment were derived for typical industrial environments to provide reasonable protection against interference with licensed communication devices European Union WEEE Directive The manufacture of this equipment required the extraction and use of natural resources It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the environment e n order to avoid the dissemination of the hazardous substances into the environment and to diminish the pressure on our natural resources GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies encourages you to return this product to the appropriate take back system facility These facilities reuse or recycle most of the materials in this equipment in a responsible way e hecrossed out wheeled bin symbol below invites you to use these take back systems e f you need more information about the collection reuse and recycling systems in your area please contact your local or regional waste authority e Further information about the responsible end of life management of this and other GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies products is available on our website at WWW gtcocalcomp com 14557 N 82nd S
17. ablet sends coordinate data points continuously while the pen tip or a cursor button is depressed and one additional point when the pen tip or cursor button is released LPI Abbreviation for lines per inch English unit of measurement for resolution measuring the number of separate distinguishable locations that may be found within the distance of one inch LPmm Abbreviation for lines per millimeter Metric unit of measurement for resolution measuring the number of separate distinguishable locations that may be found within the distance of one millimeter Mouse Mode Operating mode that emulates Microsoft and Mouse Systems mouse drivers Data constantly transmits when the cursor or pen is on the drawing area of the tablet Operating Mode The conditions that must be met before the tablet sends information to the computer 14557 N B2nd St TUE THEN NO SISTER 866 746 3015 toll free Soottsdale AZ 85760 Vw Wy Vi gtc Wt a LA i 15 L ol 490 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 42 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Output Format System of characters used by the DrawingBoard VI tablet for outputting data Parity Type of error detection where a bit is inserted into every character the digitizer transmits The status of the parity bit confirms that the data was not altered during transmission Pen Tilt Correction An option that allows for tilt correction in the pressure pen Pen Tilt Data An option that allows outpu
18. abletWorks features Hardware Configuration When you use the USB interface no data output configuration is required When you use the optional serial interface DrawingBoard VI must be configured to send data in a format that is compatible with the application software Different applications have different requirements when interacting with a digitizer Determine if you have not already which communication connection you will be using USB or serial 1 Connect the corded transducer cursor or pen to the appropriate jack on the digitizer s Connector Panel The connector is keyed and will fit only the correct jack Do not force it 14557 N Band St ENTER EIER 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AF 85260 w ww gtcocaicomp com 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 10 E 4 CalComp by TURNING technologies Transducer USB Power Serial Power Switch POINTER USB 9V DOC RS2z2 VO Br Controller A de Dox E DrawingDoara V1 Comector Fanel large format shown here USB Connection DrawingBoard VI USB port connection is USB 1 1 and 2 0 compatible When the digitizer is connected to the USB port Windows will recognize that there is a new device connected If Windows displays the Found New Hardware prompt follow the onscreen instructions to complete the driver installation 1 Connect the interface cable to the USB jack on the DrawingBoard VI Connector Panel The connector is keyed and will fit only the correct jack Do
19. ales receipt or invoice will be required for warranty verification Conditions Except as specified below this warranty covers all defects in material or workmanship in the products The following are not covered by the warranty 1 Any product on which the serial number has been defaced modified or removed if applicable 2 Damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from a Accident misuse abuse neglect fire water lightning or other acts of nature unauthorized modification for any purpose unauthorized product modification or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product b Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies c Any damage in shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier 14557 N B2nd St NC s 266746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 Www dtcocailcomp com 400 9981751 fax 3 DrawingBoard VI 50 PN 4 CalComp by TURNING technologies d Any other cause which does not relate to a manufacturing defect Any product not sold or leased to a consumer within six months of GTCO CALCOMP BY TURNING TECHNOLOGIES original sale date GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies will pay all labor and material expenses for covered items but will not pay for the following 1 2 I 4 Removal or installation charges Costs for initial technical adjustments setup including adjustment of user controls Certain shipping charges
20. an acetone or solvent base such as MDC or EDC on the tablet surface They will damage the tablet case Cleaning the Cursor To clean the cursor body use a mild cleanser Do not spray the cleanser directly on the cursor instead dampen a soft cloth with a mixture of water and the cleanser Clean the cursor reticles with alcohol Excessive cleaning can dissolve the filled black crosshair on a reticle Replacing the Pen Tip To replace the pen tip grasp the tip and pull x straight out see figure Insert the new tip Pa Pr and press until it clicks into place Replacing the Cordless Pen Batteries The pens require two 393 silver oxide batteries The average battery life is 200 hours Do not use ZINC AlR batteries as replacement batteries They will corrode the electronics of the pen 14557 N 82nd St N UNSIOCUC TESTE 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocaicomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 31 X2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies To replace the batteries Twist off 1 Unscrew the pen cap Hold the Hearing aid pen cap batteries pen from the bottom and gently Pencover lide off th Do not use zine gt slide off the pen cover to expose air batteries D A the batteries Le 3 2 Remove the old batteries by P oA turning the pen over and gently Side ad 3 dm Battery tapping it letting the batteries buttons _ Pd casing fall into your other hand pet
21. ank key where you need to work A B or C You can determine which bank you are in by placing the transducer over one of the Bank keys The Indicator light is on if the Bank is active E 3 Determine whether the Configuration keys are ON or OFF by placing the transducer over each key If the key is ON the Indicator light is ON 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the remaining Banks as required 14557 N Bind St Ue Fr ee ET Scottsdale AZ 85260 Ww ww dtcocai comp com amp 66746 5015 toll free 480 996 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 15 PN A CalComp by TURNING technologies 5 After you have completed your setup save it by clicking on one of the Save keys Exit 6 Exit Configuration Mode by clicking on the Config Exit key Clicking on a Save key will overwrite the pre programmed setup This step may be omitted if the setup is temporary for the current session but the setup will be lost when the tablet is powered off Only save your setup when vou will need it for repeated work sessions When you overwrite a pre programmed setup see the Restoring a Pre Programmed Setup section for informa tion on restoring the original settings Tablet Options The following sections show the various tablet options available through Configuration keys on the Menu Strip Follow the procedure described on the previous page using the keys shown for the option The circles represent the Indicator light on the tablet In
22. antwortlich Einhaltung mit betreffenden Bestimmungen kommt darauf an dass geschirmte Ausfuhrungen gebraucht werden Fuer die beschaffung richtiger Ausfuhrungen ist der Betrieber verantwirtlich Limited Warranty for DrawingBoard VI GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies Inc warrants these products to be free from defects in material and workmanship under the following terms Complete and return the enclosed warranty registration card to ensure that your products are covered with this warranty Coverage Parts and labor are warranted for one 1 year from the date of the first consumer purchase for the digitizer tablet controller transducers and tablet accessories Power supply and cables are also warranted for one 1 year This warranty applies to the original consumer purchaser only Within the European Union the warranty period is two 2 years as mandated by the EU Contact your local dealer or distributor for additional warranty information Warranty is only valid if original consumer s purchase or lease date is less than or equal to six months from the original GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies sale date This information will be captured by the system serial number and confirmed by the reseller s purchase order A nominal Warranty Handling Fee will be charged after the first 90 days of use and calculated from the date of original consumer purchase This payment may be made by Visa MasterCard or American Express A copy of the s
23. ark a completed transmission Track Mode The digitizer transmits coordinate data points continuously but only while the cursor button or pen tip is depressed This mode is also called Switch Stream by some manufacturers Transducer Tool used to digitize it may be either a cursor or pen X Direction Horizontal direction across the face of the tablet Y Direction Vertical distance up and down the face of the tablet Regulatory Statements and Warranty Radio and Television Interference The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and 14557 N Band St E AA 866 746 3015 toll free Soottsdale AZ 85760 Vw Wy Vi gtc Wt a LA i 15 L ol 490 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 44 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee the interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference t
24. ault 2 and 3 respectively Check the manual that came with your software package to see if your application requires one of these pre programmed setups The Default setup is available when you power on the digitizer To select one of the other setups Config Exit 1 Turn on Configuration Mode by clicking on the Config Exit key 2 Click on the desired Restore key Config Exit 3 Click on the Config Exit key again to exit Configuration Mode The new setup is activated 14557 N Band St TER a Sel VEN SIS QU HE ISP 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 Vw WV Ve aic Ut a L Of 15 L ol 490 998 1751 fax 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies DrawingBoard VI 14 The following table lists the tablet options used by the pre programmed setups Default Save 2 Mode Run Track Baud Rate 9600 9600 Data Bits 8 8 Parity None Odd Data Rate 125 pps 150 pps Resolution 1000 Ipi 500 Ipi Output Format Format 23 Format 30 Emulation GTCO TTech DP5 Summagraphics High Resolution MM 1201 Binary Binary Selecting a Custom Setup Save 3 Point 9600 7 Even 125 pps 200 Ipi Format O CalComp 2000 ASCII You can setup specific tablet options by turning different combinations of Configuration keys ON or OFF The available tablet options are listed below To setup the tablet Config Exit A 1 18 1 Turn on Configuration Mode by clicking on the Config Exit key 2 Click on the B
25. awingBoard VI 20 X2 Comp J by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Using ESC for 9X00 commands E Bm Dn Do not use ESC O Must use escape conti n No data out of prox Send data e Sending data out of proximity Turning on pressure pen data of On Turning on pen height data G 12 Off On amp Turning on pen tilt data Indicator light ON Q Indicator light OFF 3 En of O Un 1 u Ed A Exin 1 18 Off Turning on pen tilt correction Setting up CTS line enable Removing CR on ASCII formats 14557 N 82nd St EIERN ER es e P 866 746 5015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocaicomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 21 by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Controlling pen sound No sound Sound with pen down Controlling tablet speaker GA 4 Tablet speaker on Tablet speaker off Recommended Setups for Common PC Software Applications The following sections show the Configuration key setups for some common PC software packages Setup the Configuration keys as shown below see Selecting a Custom Setup The circles represent the Indicator light on the digitizer 14557 N B2nd St 2 x 266 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 Www datcocalcomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 22 a dd CalComp by TURNING technologies Indicator light ON O Indicator light OFF Setting up for ARCINFO Using
26. ces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state or province to province To obtain service on your GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies product call our Technical Support Department at 1 866 746 3015 or fax us at 480 998 1751 We can also be contacted through our website at www gtcocalcomp com in US at EUOffice gtcocalcomp com in Germany at infos calcomp fr in France Important All products returned to GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies for service must have prior approval in the form of a Return Merchandise Authorization Number RMA which can be obtained by calling the Technical Support Department 14557 N Band St ER a eak AA 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 w Www gticocailcomp com 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 52 PN A CalComp by TURNING technologies Corporate Headquarters 14557 N 82 Street Scottsdale Arizona 85260 Tel 1 866 746 3015 Support 1 866 746 3015 Fax 480 998 1751 www gtcocalcomp com Support 1 866 746 3015 DRAWINGBOARD VI Copyright 2014 GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies Inc DrawingBoard VI is a trademark of GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies Inc All other products and company names are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners The inf
27. dicator light ON Q Indicator light OFF 14557 N B2nd St VADER aE 266746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocaicomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 16 GIC A CalComp by TURNING technologies Senna Line OO Pont O Track O Run o Setting up increment mode gt EH 4 Defining operating mode Turning on prompt mode Setting up data rate for CalComp 2000 format 1 pps 5 pps 10 pps 20 pps 40 pps 7S pps 100 pps 125 pps gt ee ecocofoefee do eeooeeool eoeoeoeon0 14557 N B2nd t NUTS Ra OEE 266 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocaicomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 17 X2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Setting up data rate for Summagraphics Config KE 6 MM ASCII format _Exit m Oee 20pps O O 50pps OO 100 pps O O O MMbimeyfoma A ABEE 7ps O 25pps O O ps OO 150 pps O O O Setting up resolution Indicator light ON Resolutions up to 10 000 lpi are available on O Indicator light OFF the large format high accuracy tablets for applications that support it E Dn 10 m 200 Ipi O09 254 pi 10lpmm O amp O 400 Ipi Oeo 500 Ipi eoo 508 Ipi 20lpmm O e 1000 Ipi eeo 1270 Ipi 50 pmm amp e 2540 Ipi 100 pmm O OO 14557 N 82nd St gt 266 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocaicomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 18 a A Galt omp
28. e the original setup place the Configuration keys as shown below following the steps in the Selecting a Pre Programmed Setup procedure The circles represent the Indicator light on the digitizer Indicator light ON O Indicator light OFF Restoring Save Default GICO DP5 High Resolution is ER EJ EL ER EJ eq 7 E ELEC ELE EE 14 15 ED EL 18 meeoooeeeeeoceoceeece Eooeeoooooooooooooe E Kooeeooooooooooooe0o Restoring Save 2 Summagraphics MM 1201 binary EE EIER ER ERES E CILE EC E ED E EC EE ED Ed EC m eooooeoocoeoocoeeeecoeeo ooe eooooooooooooooe KJlooeeoooooooooooooo Restoring Save 3 CalComp 2000 ASCII CIE ES ER ER EJ EIE E EI ELEC E EO E EC is EC E EC 2006000009020000000099 OOoeooeoooooooooooe OOoe eooooooocooooooo 14557 N 82nd St NE PES 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 Www atcocaicomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 27 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Learning the Basics You will find that using your DrawingBoard VI tablet is as easy or easier than using a mouse The DrawingBoard VI transducers are more accurate than a mouse giving you greater control over your movements Using the Transducer The transducer does not need to be in contact with the tablet surface in order for the tablet to sense its presence It can be detected up to above the Active Area When the transducer is in the zone above the surface of the digitize
29. erence If you are experiencing monitor interference with your tablet you can reduce the interference by changing the frequency your transducer uses Transducers with the following FCC ID numbers support two frequencies ECPPPP ECPPP2 ECPPLTP ECPPCURSOR4 ECPPCURSOR16 and ESPPCURSORII Transducers with FCC ID numbers other than those listed must have frequencies changed by GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies Changing the Frequency of the Cordless Cursor 1 Place the cursor on the tablet surface 2 Press Buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously and hold for approximately three seconds 3 The cursor turns itself off You will know the cursor is off when the Indicator light on the tablet begins blinking 4 The cursor turns on again at the new frequency You will know the cursor is on when the Indicator light glows steadily To return to the default frequency repeat the above process When you replace the cursor batteries the cursor is automatically reset to the default frequency Changing the Frequency of the Cordless Pen Press both side buttons and the tip simultaneously and hold for approximately three seconds To return to the default frequency repeat the above process When you replace the pen batteries the pen resets to the default frequency 14557 N Band St ENTER EIER 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AF 85260 w ww gtcocaicomp com 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 34 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologi
30. es Changing the Frequency of a Corded Transducer You must use the Menu Strip to change the frequency of the corded transducers see the Setting corded frequency option in the Tablet Options section Tablet Checklist e Is the tablet power supply plugged into the digitizer and into a live outlet e Is the tablet power switch on e Does the Indicator light glow steadily when the transducer is in prox inside the Active Area Does the Indicator LED go out when the transducer is outside the Active Area e he Indicator light will be off if the transducer has gone into Sleep Mode Press any button on the transducer to activate it If the transducer is in the Active Area and the Indicator light remains off change the transducer s battery e Are all cable connections seated properly e sthe communications cable either USB or serial connected to both the digitizer and the computer Check that the cable is connected to the serial port specified in your software package e Is the transducer cable connected to the digitizer e Isthe tablet setup according to the software recommendations e Are any of the connector cables or receptacles damaged Check for bent pins cut insulation and loose wires Computer Checklist e sthe computer plugged into a live outlet Did you turn on the computer e Does the computer work with any of your software Try one of your other programs If the computer has a diagnostic diskette use it e Is your softwa
31. es a lighter touch without the click Pressure Pen The pressure pen is only available in the cordless version With the pressure pen the pen tip can be used both as a mouse button and a pressure sensitive button To take advantage of the pressure feature the software package you use must recognize pressure sensitivity The software assigns values to the pressure levels and uses this data to vary such parameters as line width and color To use the pressure pen press down on the tip and release for a mouse pick action Press down and hold for the pressure action Pressure increases as you continue pressing down on the tip To decrease the pressure ease up on the tip 14557 N Bond St A er 866 746 5015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 Www gtcocaicomp co 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 29 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Learning Basic Movements The DrawingBoard VI transducers provide all the basic movements of a mouse including clicking double clicking and dragging Clicking and Double Clicking Clicking is the action of making a selection You may be selecting a key on the digitizer surface or making a selection from your computer monitor screen To click place the transducer or move the screen pointer using the transducer to the item to be selected Tap the pen or press Button 0 on the cursor A double click requires you to quickly tap the pen or press the button two times while the tool remains in t
32. euse and recycling systems in your area please contact your local or regional waste authority Further information about the responsible management of this and other products is available on our Web site at www TumingTechnologies com Below is a list of supporting documents to claim this DoC Report Number EMC20107 of December 6 2006 Testing Facility MET Labor Patapsco Ave Baltimore MD 21230 Report Number MET US255 15799 M1A0 20107 of December 6 2006 Testing Facility MET Laboratories Inc 914 West Patapsco Ave Baltimore MD 21230 Report Number 21515 15399 and 21415 of Jan 21 2008 Testing Facility MET Laboratories Inc 914 West Patapsco Ave Baltimore MD 21230 Additional Information This product is assigned a Regulatory Model Number which stays with the regulatory aspects af the design The Regulatory Model Number is the main product identifier in the regulatory documentation and test reports this number should not be confused with the marketing name or the product numbers ies Inc 914 West tof a og of ith fi i i i Jeff Cunningham te Youngstown Ohio U S A 10 18 2013 Director of Hardware R amp D Location Date Dot 57 00045 Rev B 14557 N Bnd St d 266 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocaicomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 47 a A CalComp by TURNING technologies European Union Emission Directive This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of
33. ging and re plugging the USB connector or if you are using serial unplug and re plug the power supply Restart the software Did you reset or power down the computer If you are using a serial connection during reset and power on the computer can send meaningless characters out the serial port and this can disable the tablet Reset the tablet again Have you installed any new software or hardware Remove it from your system and see if the problem goes away Did you move any cables Have you updated the software or its drivers Are you loading another mouse driver or do you have multiple mouse drivers Did you reinstall the software perhaps after a problem with your hard drive Double check your installation procedure and the driver you selected Reinstall the software from its master diskettes The program files may have been corrupted 14557 N Band St Scottsdale AZ 256 746 3015 toll tree 85260 w ww gtcocaicomp com 400 998175 fax Troubleshooting Chart Bu Comp O by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies DrawingBoard VI 36 The following tablet lists common DrawingBoard VI problems their causes and their solutions Problem Frozen screen pointer Cause Transducer is in Sleep Mode Menu Strip is in Configuration Mode Tablet plugged into the wrong serial port on the computer Tablet not powered correctly Batteries low in transducer Software application setup incorrectly Another
34. gnifier lens for high accuracy v Accessory tray cursor v Clear overlay For Large Format Digitizer Only What You Will Need to Use DrawingBoard VI PC Requirements DrawingBoard VI is equipped with both a USB and RS 232 serial interface which requires an optional RS 232 cable and power supply It is compatible with a majority of industry standard PCs The TabletWorks CD contains drivers provided by GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies and is the only software described in this manual TabletWorks supports reduced functionality Wintab and TabCon compatible applications If you are not sure which drivers are required please consult with your application vendor A USB connection requires the use of a TabletWorks driver while a serial connection requires the use of a TabletWorks driver and or a custom application program After installing the TabletWorks software DrawingBoard VI will work with all Windows based applications specifically designed for use with digitizers For a USB Installation e Microsoft Windows 98 SE ME 2000 XP Vista 7 or 8 e One available USB port e 10 MB of free disk space e Application software that accepts digitizer input via the Wintab API or TabCon API 14557 N Band St ENTER EIER 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 w Www gticocailcomp com 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 6 4 CalComp by TURNING technologies For an Optional Serial Installation Microsoft Windows 98 ME NT 4 0 2000 XP
35. he same place You can also double click by pressing the pen or cursor button that has been defined as a double click button see TabletWorks Help Dragging Dragging is the action of moving the transducer during a selection To drag click on an object but instead of lifting the pen tip or releasing the cursor button hold it down while moving the transducer or corresponding object on the screen to the desired new location Caring for the Tablet and Transducer Follow these precautions at all times to avoid damaging your DrawingBoard VI e Avoid discharging static electricity to the tablet e Do not place heavy objects on the tablet surface e Donotuse sharp objects such as compasses or knives on the tablet surface e Donotuse the tablet surface for any purpose other than drawing tracing or digitizing e Do notdrill any holes on the digitizer or controller Cleaning the Tablet To clean the tablet s surface use a soft non abrasive cloth Hardened dirt may be removed with a slightly dampened cloth Do not clean pencil lines with a soft cleanser or pencil eraser This may create an undesirable shiny spot on the tablet s surface that cannot be removed 14557 N B2nd St EEE REIHE 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocaicomp com 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 30 X2 Comp J by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Do not use abrasive cleaners acrylic or lacquer paint thinners or cleansers with
36. hrough They keys numbered 1 18 can be used as both Configuration and Macro keys When the tablet is in Configuration Mode the keys function as Configuration keys These keys allow you to set specific tablet options by turning different combinations of Configuration keys ON or OFF When Configuration Mode is OFF the keys function as Macro keys Macros can be recorded only with the TabletWorks software see TabletWorks Help 14557 N Band St a MEET 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 Www gtcocailcomp com 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 13 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Save Hestore 121 81213 The Save and Restore keys work hand in hand They are used to save or recall restore a setup to or from one of three Save Areas The tablet comes with three pre programmed Setups You can use these setups directly or overwrite them with your own The Default Save Key controls the first Save Area The setup saved to this area is activated whenever you power up the digitizer We recommend you save the setup you use most often as Default 3 Save and 3 Restore Keys Selecting a Pre Programmed Setup There are three pre programmed setups available with DrawingBoard VI e GICO CalComp by Turning Technologies DP5 High Resolution Binary e Summagraphics MM 1201 e CalComp 2000 ASCII These setups are commonly used within software applications as required tablet formats They are stored in Save Areas Def
37. ical Support is available free of charge at www gtcocalcomp com where current driver releases as well as comprehensive technical support troubleshooting Technical Bulletins and FAQs can be found Telephone Technical Support is available free of charge to the original consumer for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase of the product Please contact our Technical Support Department at 1 866 746 3015 or fax your request to 480 998 1751 14557 N Band St 266 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 38260 www atTCOcaicomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 51 T4 Galt omp by TURNING technologies Disclaimer of Unstated Warranties The warranty printed above is the only warranty applicable to this purchase ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED Assuming the warranty above stated is otherwise applicable it is expressly understood and agreed that GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies sole liability whether in contract tort under any warranty in negligence or other shall be for the repair or replacement of the defective parts and under no circumstances shall GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies be liable for special indirect or consequential damages The price stated and paid for the equipment is a consideration in limiting GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies liability Notice Some states and provin
38. igitizer on our website at http www gtcocalcomp com warranty information 14557 N Band St ENTER EIER 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AF 85260 w ww gtcocaicomp com 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 8 a 4 CalComp by TURNING technologies Preparing the Large Format DrawingBoard VI Mounting on the Stand Place DrawingBoard VI on a table desk or drafting table or mount it on a stand or pedestal The tablet s Universal Mounting Brackets attach directly to those stands that have ti t arms The old style stands with ti t pads require right angle mounting brackets which are attached to the tilt pads The tablet s Universal Mounting Brackets are then attached to the right angle mounting brackets Center the tablet over the attached Universal Mounting Brackets and screw the Thumbscrews into the T Nuts in the mounting channel in the tablet s frame Attaching the Optional Accessory Tray or the Optional Plan Holder Additional T Nuts have been included in the perimeter mounting channels on the DrawingBoard VI frame You can position the Plan Holder or Accessory Tray see Parts and Accessories where it is most convenient for you by attaching it to any one of the available T Nuts The following instructions and the graphic below detail the installation of the Accessory Tray Simply slide the Tray Rails into the channel and line up the hole in the tray with the hole in the T Nut Tighten the Thumb Screw to secure the Accessory Tray D
39. not force it 2 Attach the other end of the USB cable to any one of the USB ports e on your computer or USB hub Turn the power switch on The digitizer will beep once indicating it has power Drawingboard Vl USE Connection USD USB ae ee u ee 14557 N 82nd St 266 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocaicomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 11 a 4 CalComp by TURNING technologies NOTE Power is supplied through the USB port No additional power source is needed for a USB installation even when you are using the DrawingBoard VI with a corded high accuracy cursor Optional RS 232 Serial Connection 1 Connect the RS 232 serial cable to the serial jack on the Connector Panel The connector is keyed and will fit only the correct jack Do not force it Attach the other end to an RS 232 serial port on your computer 2 Plug the power supply into an AC outlet Join the power supply to the appropriate jack on the Connector Panel Turn the power switch on The digitizer will beep once indicating it has power DrawingDoard Vl Serial Connection Transducer POINT ER e Power Ber ey DC K S232 Tablet Power On The DrawingBoard VI power switch is located at the rear of the tablet on the Controller Connector Panel When turned on the DrawingBoard VI s Indicator light will begin blinking If you are using a cordless transducer turn it on by pressing any button on the tool The Indicato
40. o radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Reorient or coil cables e Consult the dealer or an experienced Radio TV technician for help NOTE Any cables the user adds to the device must be shielded to be in compliance with the FCC standards Any unauthorized modification to this device could result in the revocation of the end user s authority to operate this device Canada This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications Le present appareil num rique n emet pas bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de Classe B prescrites dans le r glement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le Ministere des Communications du Canada 14557 N B2nd St A 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 W Www gticocailcomp col 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 45 PN 4 CalComp by TURNING technologies t Ir 19 jag DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY According to ISOMEC
41. ormation contained in this document is subject to change without notice GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies assumes no responsibility for technical or editorial errors or omissions that may appear in this document or for the use of this material Nor does GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies make any commitment to update the information contained in this document This document contains proprietary information which is protected by copyright All rights reserved No part of this document can be photocopied or reproduced in any form without the prior written consent of GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies Inc 14557 N 82nd St Mi SUVS EHE 866 746 5015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocaicomp com 480 998 1751 fax
42. quency of the cursor before replacing the batteries you will need to do so again after replacing the batteries see the Reducing Monitor Interference section in Troubleshooting Troubleshooting GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies wants your experience with DrawingBoard VI to be a successful one If you ever encounter a problem please follow the steps below 1 Review this User s Guide to verify you have performed the correct steps 2 Read the topics below to check for a solution to your problem Assess the checklists as well as the Troubleshooting Chart Keep in mind that the problem could be your computer display or software instead of the digitizer 14557 N Band St TER a a a aA 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 w Www gticocailcomp com 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 33 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies 3 If you still experience an issue call GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies Technical Support at 1 866 746 3015 in the U S or Canada or email us at stco support gtcocalcomp com Outside the U S or Canada contact your local GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies office or dealer Please have the following information available when you call e Description of the problem e Name and version of software package e Type of computer being used e DrawingBoard VI model and serial number See bottom of digitizer e Type of transducer 4 Be at your computer when you call Reducing Monitor Interf
43. r it is referred to as being in prox The Indicator light will go from a blinking green light to a solid green light when the transducer is in prox of or touching the tablet s surface The in prox zone allows you to trace through materials placed on the digitizer s surface such as drawing or a book Before using the transducer be sure that Sleep Mode is turned off by pressing a button or in the case of the pen touching the tip of the tablet s surface Using the Cursor When you use the cursor the intersection point of the crosshairs on the lens identifies the point you are selecting The crosshairs are etched on the bottom of the lens to increase accuracy For maximum precision look through the lens from a position directly over it Button O the yellow button is used as the pick or left mouse button All other buttons are defined by the TabletWorks software or through your own software application High Accuracy Cursor Large Format Only To illuminate the lens area of the high accuracy cursor press and hold any button in the far right column 3 7 B or F at the same time press and hold any button in the far left column 0 4 8 or C The right column button must be held down while pressing the left column button This same procedure turns the illumination off The illumination defaults to off when the tablet is first powered on Because you will always need one right column button and one left column button free to control
44. r light will glow steadily when the transducer is inside the Active Area of the tablet When the transducer moves outside the Active Area the Indicator light will go off 14557 N 82nd St ni 866 746 5015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocaicomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 12 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Customizing the Tablet Tailor DrawingBoard VI digitizer and transducer to suit your individual work requirements using TabletWorks TabletWorks is a Windows program included with the digitizer software that helps you use the full capabilities of your DrawingBoard VI You can map your digitizer to the screen area and program stylus and cursor buttons with custom macros To learn how to use TabletWorks please refer to TabletWorks Help on the CD If you have chosen to use the optional serial interface you will be able to customize the tablet data format and communications parameters using the Menu Strip described below Overview of the Menu Strip for Use with the Optional Serial Interface Only Configuration Macros Save Restore meseeugHEDBHHOHDUUNCECODEZDGD ZBH HH The Menu Strip is composed of Config Config Exit Key Exit The Config Exit key turns Configuration Mode ON and OFF 3 Bank Keys Mk Mail EUa There are three Bank keys A BandC Each bank has a different set of tablet options that are available through Configuration key combinations a 18 Configuration Keys t
45. rawingDoard VI Fame T HNut T humb SCHEN Tray Rails Accessory Tray 14557 N Bnd St 266746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocaicomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 9 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Software Configuration Software drivers provide the communication bridge between your digitizing software application and DrawingBoard VI Install only the drivers necessary for the DrawingBoard VI to work with your application software If you are not sure which drivers are required consult with your application vendor Configuring Non Wintab Applications for Optional Serial Interface Only Many application programs provide configuration information for specific digitizers If the DrawingBoard VI digitizer is not listed you can use the configuration for GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies Digi Pad Type 5 or Type 5A T5 T5A CalComp 9100 9500 or Summagraphics Microgrid III or ID Series Installing the TabletWorks Driver Insert the CD into the CD ROM drive on your computer The installer will autoload If it does not click on the Start button on the Windows Task Bar and select Run from the menu Type X setup exe X represents the CD drive letter Follow the onscreen prompts to complete the driver installation A TabletWorks icon m will display in the System Tray on the Windows Task Bar Right click on the icon to display the TabletWorks Menu which provides access to all the T
46. re package installed correctly e f your communications connection is USB does the USB port work If serial does the serial port work The only way to test the port without special equipment is to reinstall something that has worked in the past and see if it still works e Have there been any recent electrical storms in your area that may have damaged your equipment 14557 N B2nd St EEE REIHE 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocaicomp com 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 35 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Software Checklist Does the tablet work with some software If your tablet currently works with some software packages you know that the tablet USB or serial port and computer work Even if the software package you are trying to install and the software that is working both support the same tablets it does not always mean that you can use the same tablet settings The output format may be the same but the communications protocol resolution operating mode and data rate may be different Check your software s requirements Call the software manufacturer Perhaps the software package has a problem with another component of your system Did the software work in the past If the software package worked with the tablet in the past then the problem lies with the new setup Check all the connectors Is the tablet still plugged into the same port If yes reset the tablet by unplug
47. rmat tablet is the Indicator Light It remains off when the power is on However when the transducer is in prox within the range of the Active Area the LED is solid green Transducer Two types of transducers can be used with DrawingBoard VI pens and cursors Both are available in corded and cordless versions The corded transducers receive power from the digitizer Cordless transducers are powered by batteries They will go into a battery saving Sleep Mode when no button has been pressed for one to five minutes depending on the type of transducer being used To reactivate a sleeping transducer press one of its buttons Cursors The cursor is similar in appearance to a mouse except that it has an attached lens with crosshairs for highly accurate detail work Cursors are available in 4 or 16 button models In addition there is a special 16 button cursor available with high accuracy digitizers Pens Each pen is similar in appearance to a ballpoint pen The pen transducer has three buttons two on the side of the barrel and one in the pen tip Three different types of pens are identified by a colored ring on the pen barrel the Click Tip has a light blue ring the Pressure Tip a black ring and the Lite Touch Tip a red ring Setting Up Your DrawingBoard VI The instructions below describe how to setup your DrawingBoard VI Before you begin please take a moment to fill out and mail the Warranty Registration Card or register your d
48. rst see all topics in this section above and visit our website at www gtcocalcomp com for the latest support information If you re still unable to properly operate your digitizer system please call Technical Support at 1 866 746 3015 or email us at gtco support gtcocalcomp com Technical Support will assist you in determining if your tablet is defective and will help you obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number Important Please do not return your product without first discussing the issue with and receiving an RMA from a GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies Technical Support Specialist Repackaging for Shipment Whenever you ship electronic equipment try to ship it in its original packing materials Because packing materials are static charged you should ship the cursor or any extra electronics boards inside approved antistatic plastic bags If you are shipping the tablet or accessories to a GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies Service Center for repair attach a tag to the equipment with the following information e Model number e Serial number 14557 N B2nd St EEE REIHE 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocaicomp com 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 38 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies e Maintenance contract number if applicable e Return Merchandise Authorization number e Detailed description of the problem Parts and Accessories The following tablet lists the Dra
49. t i ar E 266746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 www gtcocalcomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 48 PN 4 CalComp by TURNING technologies Japan ORES ERUEZEFERBEFRE EHE BER SS VCCI DEE z3 504 722ZBf SRHEMISEIEC 4 ORB XXEEXIR CERIS ACC RANMELTUIETHM COBRBPIVAPTLEY ay SERICMELT AAnNSE FBEBERBIEELTLED BU ETF BiRBEBHSRTQ O CIEL UURUIRVREUCT U Bescheinigung des Herstellers Importeurs Heirmit wird bescheinigt dass der die das DrawingBoard VI Geraet Typ Bezeichnung im Uebereinstimmung mit den Bestimmungen der Vfg 1046 1984 Amtsblattverfuegung Funk Entstort ist Der Deutschen Bundespost wurde das Inverkehrbringen dieses Geraetes angezeigt und die Berechtigung zur Ueberpruefung der Serie auf Einhaltung der Bestimmungen eingeraumt GTCO CalComp Inc Name des Herstellers Importeurs Dieses Geraet wurde einzeln sowohl als auch in einer Anlage die einen normalen Anwendungsfall nachbildet auf die Einhaltung der Funkentstoerbestimmungen geprueft Es ist jodoch moeglich dass die Funkentstoerbestimmungen unter unguenstigen Umstaenden bei anderen Geraetekombinationen nicht eingehalten werden Fuer die 14557 N B2nd St 266 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 85260 w ww gtcocaicomp com 480 998 1751 fax DrawingBoard VI 49 a A CalComp by TURNING technologies Einhaltung der Funk entstoerbestimmungen seiner gesamten Anlage in der dieses Geraet betrieben wird ist der Betrieber ver
50. t of tilt data in the pressure pen Point Mode The digitizer transmits one coordinate data point when a cursor button or the pen tip is depressed Pressure Pen Data Data output from the pressure pen Prompt Mode The digitizer transmits one coordinate pair each time the computer sends a prompt character to the unit Prompting can operate with any mode except Mouse mode Proximity Greatest distance above the Active Area that the transducer can be raised and still be sensed by the tablet RAM Abbreviation for Random Access Memory a specific type of memory used by the computer Resolution Distance increment that the tablet outputs in lines inch or lines mm ROM Abbreviation for Read Only Memory a specific type of memory used by the computer 14557 N Band St TER FP Sel VEN SIS QU HE ISP 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 825260 w ww dgtcocailcomp com 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 43 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Run Mode The digitizer transmits coordinate data points continuously regardless of the status of the cursor buttons or the pen tip This mode is also called Stream by some manufacturers Serial Transmission Data transmission protocol where each bit of the data character is sent one at a time over a single circuit This system saves on transmission circuitry but is usually slower than parallel transmission Stop Bits One or two stop bits are transmitted with each data byte They m
51. the cursor illumination you should reserve one button in each column from any macro recording 14557 N Band St ENTER EIER 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AF 85260 w ww gtcocaicomp com 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 28 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies The DrawingBoard VI high accuracy cursor resembles the cursor for the 9500 series tablet The only outward difference in appearance is the presence of the row of LEDs above the top row of buttons on the 9500 series cursors Nevertheless there are internal differences that can cause damage to both the tablet and the cursor Do not interchange these cursors Using the Pen There are three variations of pens the click tip the pressure tip and the lite touch tip The differences among these pens are tilt and height sensitivity On all three pens the pen tip is Button 0 and is used as the pick or left mouse button The lower side button is Button 1 and the upper side is Button 2 The functions these buttons provide are defined through the TabletWorks software or through your own software application Click Tip Pen The click tip pen is available in both corded and cordless versions It is primarily used for tracing and menu picking To use the click pen press down until you feel the tip click Lite Touch Pen The lite touch pen is only available in the cordless version It is similar to the click tip pen except that it calls for as the name impli
52. wingBoard VI systems and parts available for purchase To order any of the items listed below please contact GTCO CalComp by Turning Technologies at 1 866 746 3015 Toll Free fax to 480 998 1751 visit us online at www gtcocalcomp com or email to gtco sales gtcocalcomp com Tablets Model Description DB6 1212 12 x 12 Active Area DB6 1218 12 x 18 Active Area The two small format models above are available with 010 accuracy Digitizers Model Description DB6 2024 20 x 24 Active Area DB6 2436 24 x 36 Active Area DB6 3648 36 x 48 Active Area DB6 4460 44 x 60 Active Area The four large format models above are available with 010 005 or 002 accuracy Transducers 4 button DrawingBoard VI cursor corded 4 button Diamond cursor cordless 16 button DrawingBoard VI cursor corded 16 button cursor cordless 16 button high accuracy Two side button click tip pen cordless Two side button click tip pen corded Two side button lite touch pen cordless Two side button pressure tip pen cordless 14557 N B2nd St EEE VENIR MI S i es 866 746 3015 toll free Scottsdale AZ 825260 w ww dgtcocailcomp com 400 998175 fax DrawingBoard VI 39 2 Comp by TURNING technologies TURNING technologies Accessories Accessory tray Plan holder Power supply 100 240V wall mount EU UK US AU Power supply 100 110V wall mount JP I O cable with 9 pin connectors Magnifier lens for high accuracy cursor Six hearing aid type batteries
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