User`s Manual
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1. 7 Connect keyboard and touchpad cables Please refer to your system board manual for detailed references 8 Connect power LED and speaker wires Please refer to System Board Manual for actual location EMP 350 User s Manual 17 9 Install VGA card amp LCD ON OFF wire Please refer to your model s removal process for reinstallation 10 Insert power supply back Bottom Screw x 4 EMP 350 lt lt Manual 18 11 Reinsert stabilizer bars EMP 350 EX ak Manual 129 13 Addional Notice ILLUSTRATION OF THE ADJUSTABLE CARDHOLDER USB Pin definition Name GND rue 3 Data 2 Data T Voc EMP 350 User s Manual 20 6 0 Software Installation CD ROM Driver CD ROM driver is supplied with most operating system DOS Boot up DOS boot up requires you to have a version of the DOS installed on hard disk drive orfloppy Depending on the execution sequence you have set in the batch file you will usually geta DOS prompt after loading Window Boot up Windows boot up requires you to have Windows installed in the hard disk drive Dunng Windows boot up you willsee a sequence of accessto yourhard disk drive which will eventually take you into a graphical user interface environment Asin the EMP a copy of the Windows NT 4 0 Workstation is pre installed in the mach2. aluminum Portable soluei or anno I Li lli n n m E ius Ju Li UL am RoHS FE 6 z002 95 E EMP Series User s Manual 1 0 Introduction 3 2 0 Getting started 4 3 0 Features of the EMP 5 4 0 Computer Operation 7 5 0 Hardware installation 14 6 0 Software installation 21 7 0 Maintenance 22 8 0 Problem Solving 24 9 0 SKD Accessory Kits 26 EMP 350 Copyright 2006 Right Reserved EMP 350 EX ak Manual 1 Specification of ENP 550 Model EMP 350 1024 x 768 Dazzled Free Digital Conversion Board CB 5621 H x W x D mm 305 x 411 x 226 Dimension 12 0 x 16 2 x 8 9 EL CNN 2 Weight Active PFC Power 1U 250W Expansion Slots 11 1x NBFDD Drive Bay Horizontal Construction Rugged Shock Resistant Material Aluminum Steel Form Factor SBC BP Keyboard NB 88 keys Mouse Touch Pad Language English US Speaker Built In Amplified Approval CE FCC K B Language Option CH UK GR JP KO RU SW IT SG EMP 350 User s Manual 2 1 0 Introduction Version 2006 2 EMP 350 features e Heavy duty amp powerful rugged aluminum chassis All Comer rubber bumper Offer 11 slots expansion capability to accommodate SBC motherboard amp Backplane High performance processing power
3. XGA 1024 768 IFTLCD Screen 15 1 steel frame Da zzled Free screen The new RJ 45 cabling style Two rear cooling fans EMP 350 is a heavy duty rugged industrial portable computing solution it is highly compatible across a broad range of hardware software and operating systems It has more computing powerthan that of most desktop and traditional portable computers Its compact size add in slots Pentium 4 processing power and a XGA resolution TFT color display make it a high performance field solution The EMP 350 portable complies with FCC class B Part 15 and CE Mark It isan unpredictably powerful choice for workstation or server You can find EMP in industnal environment serving you with high performance computer bus analysis amp telecommunication testing multi protocol network analysis PLC programming real time automatic industnal application and much more It is designed to function with your needs in mind EMP 350 User s Manual 3 2 0 Getting Started The EMP is a well designed compact portable computing machine that is both nimble as well as rugged It will serve your needs for both expansion as wellas performance An Important aspect of the EMP Is the concept of standardizations which means all components that you can find off the shelf or propnetary designed will fit into the EMP 350 If the penpheral is designed according to industry standard for interconnectivity then it will fit With that in mind
4. 7 4 Handling of Power Always make sure the power cord isin top condition before using them with the EMP Make sure your power source is reliable and of proper standard The EMP power supply is capable of handling 100 240V and 50 60Hz Do not use the EMP on an already ovenoaded circuit 7 5 Handling of K B The keyboard is essential in that it helps protect the LCD dunng transportation You should always watch for spill liquid or small objects from entenng the keyboard And the touch pad surface should be kept dry and clean forproperusage EMP 350 User s Manual 22 7 6 Cleaning LCD 1 Do not use cleaners that contain alcohol 2 Do not use cloths that could be abrasive to the surface of the LCD 3 Always gently wipe the LCD surface when cleaning 7 7 Cleaning K B 1 Do not spill any liquid on to the keyboard 2 Do not drop particle into the spacing between keys 3 Using a compress air cleaner you can remove the dust built up within 7 8 Cleaning Fan Filter 1 Remove the filter from its housing 2 Use a compress air cleanerto blow off the dust from the filter 3 If necessary you can wash the filter material but do remember to dry it before inserting it back EMP 350 EX ak Manual 29 8 0 Problem Solving 8 1 Installation problem 1 Normally problem with a fail start up is due to installation problem 2 Double check all the penpheral cards or items you have added to the EMP 3 Are all the
5. items seated properly 4 Are all the cables connected back to its original or position 5 Are the items you have added compatible 6 Before you check for these tum the computer off and unplug the powercord 7 Checkfor1 thru 5 and then re power up the computer 8 Remove all items that were added and re try system power up 9 If the system starts now try inserting 1 new item in at a time and try powenng up 10 Repeatthis step until you get the desired result 8 2 BIOS Beep Code The BIOS beep code indicates error in system initialization The BIOS of the system board will associate with video and memory emor Please check your video card is properly seated and your memory is installed properly r 3 No display LCD 1 Checkallthe proper powerup procedure hasbeen taken 2 Hook up an extemal CRT to the VGA port to check if video is present 3 If video is present on extemal CRT check the intemal LCD cable connection 4 Or check your VGA setting using a CRT to make sure LCD video is enabled 5 If there is no video on extemal check your system to make sure everything is seated properly 6 If everything is seated properly and still no video call us for further assistance EMP 350 User s Manual 24 8 4 System Fails to power 1 Check you power connection first 2 Check the main power switch isin the ON position Press the power button located in front of the machine 8 5 External CRT n
6. 6 Volume adjustment There are two volume adjustments on the side panel Each volume adjustment may adjust nght or left sound performance by any situation if possible 4 7 CD ROM amp FDD Drive CD ROM is important in that many of the applications available today are stored on the CD due to their larger storage capacity CD is read only media a CDR or CDRW are medium that are for user creation of data on CD medium and is pre loaded with data You may open the CD ROM drive door by pushing the eject button located on the door of the dnve Dunng access to the DVD ROM the light on the CD door will light up Floppy disk drive is essential asthey are still an important medium fortransfemng data before systems Floppy disks are available in all computer stores and are ready forusage in most case if pre formatted gn 7 ICE un ZEE m m 7 m EMP 350 EX TE Manual 11 4 8 Bottom Holders The bottom holders may support the whole frame up in higher position thus providing better angles for operating 4 9 VGA Based on your model you may have either 1 16MB ATIM3 2x AGP with special backplane 2 64MB ATIM6 4x AGP with special backplane 3 A D Conversion Board 4 On board system VGA 5 64MB ATI M6 D C Video Ram Please referto your VGA user s manual for deta
7. de of the chassis these fans will help draw out and push in cool airto alleviate excessive heat built up for components inside the portable allowing worry free operation Filters Filters located on both sides of the portable help block out dust and particle from entenng the machine Expansion Slots Opening to provides access to the I O ports on the installed add in Cards Handle Large handle provides convenient transportation of the portable with comfort and ease Keyboard Release Buttons These buttons when pushed will release the locking mechanism to detach the keyboard from the main portable chassis EMP 350 User s Manual 6 4 0 Computer operation 4 1 Keyboard and Touch pad How to release keyboard There are two release buttons located on the top left and top right of the keyboard When pushed the keyboard 5 disengage from the portable and will release the keyboard structure There are also two mounting leg located at the bottom of the keyboard that are inserted into the portable for fitting and stability in which case you can start lifting the keyboard upward The keyboard now can then be removed for usage How to close keyboard Closing the keyboard back onto the portable follows the same procedure as opening in a reverse manner It is noted that the keyboard cable should be put back into its proper lodging location Make sure the two locking mechanism are properly secure after it is p
8. ils 4 10 Extended USB Port There are 2 additional USB port available at left side to fulfill your convenient usage EMP 350 EX TEE Manual 12 4 11 Side Cooling Fans To relieve the heat inside of the chassis there are two cooling fans on the left side 4 12 Rear Cooling Fans To relieve the heat inside of the chassis there are two cooling fans on the back cover EMP 350 WEST ak Manual es 5 7 Hardware Installation Before you attempt to open the EMP 350 and do any hardware installation make sure you have the proper knowledge of installation and compatibility features of any upgrade And understand the concept of electrostatic damage that can occur dunng handling of sensitive electronic equipments Proper precaution should be taken before proceeding EMP 350 User s Manual 3 Remove drive bay a a a eee ad je 0 8 8 ee eee c 18 E m m m ce _ E am AUI m Remove the side cover and unscrew the Drive Bay Housing EMP 350 WEST ak Manual Side Screw x 6 65 4 Remove power supply Remove the side cover EMP 350 EX 4 3 Manual 16 5 Install Backplane onto standoff 6 Install system board with CPU and RAM Back Plane Please refer to your system board manual for detailed references
9. ine Other O S description Many other operating systems are available in the market such as Linux Windows Solans and DOS These operating systems will behave differently and you should react accordingly uj i uw m a Pe EMP 350 EX ak Manual ZI 7 0 Maintenance 7 1 Handling of EMP You should always make sure the keyboard assembly is propeny closed onto the EMP before transporting it This will ensure you do not loose the keyboard as well as protecting the LCD screen You may transport the portable in its camying case or you can carry the EMP on its handle located on top of the machine The handle is located securely to the strongest part of the machine and distributes the load of the EMP evenly as to allow easy Camage and proper balance 7 2 Handling of Cable All cable should be treated with care Do not over extend any cables and this could result in breakage intemally in the cable It is essential that cable with its plug be handled in the proper manner without force 7 3 Handling of LCD Do not use any abrasive matenal to scratch the LCD screen as they can leave marks on the surface Do not apply any pressure to the surface of the LCD screen either with objects or hands this will ensure that the screen do not suffer from intemal damage or cracks
10. o display 1 Check to see if you have intemal LCD video 2 Check if your CRT isfunctioning properly 3 Check your VGA setting to make sure extemal video is enabled 8 6 Keyboard fails 1 Make sure the keyboard plug is inserted completely into the portable 2 Make sure you do not have another keyboard connected to the side I O PS 2 port 8 TOUCHPAD fails 1 Make sure the keyboard plug is inserted completely into the portable 2 If you have an extemal PS 2 mouse hook up on the side I O PS 2 port the touch pad will not function simultaneously your operating system requires and does not load the mouse dnver automatically make sure you have the proper mouse driver loaded 8 8 Floppy fails 1 Make sure the diskette is of the proper specification 1 44MB 720KB 2 If floppy fail dunng POST check intemal cable fit 8 9 CD ROM fails 1 Make sure the CD isreadable 2 If CD ROM fails to be recognized during POST check intemal cable fit EMP 350 EX ak Manual 245 9 0 Standard SKD Accessory Kits EMP 50 Accessory Kit SKD Accessory Kit System zz 1 User s Manual User s Manual EMP aem mn 110 110 Power 220 Power Card Option 220 Power Card Option s ocrew Pack stabilizer ocrew Pack stabilizer m E Stabilizer Supports Pack Stabilizer Supports Pack EMP 350 EX ak Manual 26
11. the front panel of the machine near the nght center The three prong power plug is supplied Depending on your Power supply type you may find a main power switch located next to the power receptacle and the position of the switch is of the following O Off I On To power up the system user still require to power on the machine on the front of the portable labeled Power If your power supply does not have a main switch user will control power on off using the power switch located in the front 4 5 Power supply 1U It is auto sensing full range with Active PFC 400W output And it could be upgraded to 450W asoptions EMP 350 User s Manual 9 4 6 Hooking up external monitor The extemal CRT monitor Projector can be hooked up via the side panel VGA 15pin port while the system is off The CRT Projector will provide the cable to be inserted into this port When connected the display should appear if the machine is powered on The signal is standard with the intemal viewing resolution and the default setting is simultaneous display on both the portable sLCD and CRT To change the output mode Simultaneous LCD only CRT only please refer to yourVGA settir 4 6 Audio The audio of the system does require user to install a sound Card The built in intemal amplified speakers provide a phono stereo plug that will fit into the output port of the sound card Audio Area zd T EMP 350 User s Manual 10 4
12. ut back What to look for The keyboard cable is located on the top portion of the keyboard itisa coilcable witha RJ 45 connector at the end The Jack should now be attached to the portable at the lower nght hand comer to be operational EMP 350 EX ak Manual 7 K B usage Keyboard isthe main medium for inputting data into the system The keyboard of the EMP 350 portable contains both a keyboard and a touch pad Keyboard isa NB type 88 keys Windows ready keyboard with powerfunction and shortcut keys Keyboard position You may want to adjust the keyboard angle by folding the top portion of the keyboard or just by taking off the main case TOUCHPAD operation TOUCHPAD surface can be used to move the cursor the GUI environment by placing and moving yourfinger The two buttons located below the touch pad actassame asthe mouse left right button Or you may wish to tap on the touch pad to indicate a left click EMP 350 lt lt Manual 8 4 2 Side Panel Depending on the system board and your add on cards you may also have other ports such as Ethemet port and Audio ports When in use side panel can also be stored in a Sot located on the back cover m GAL 1 urn peel cmm pma gl 4 4 Power switch and plug The power receptacle is located on
13. we will layout and identify each of the component In this section you can find each component of the EMP with respect to its pumose and usage EMP 350 EMP 350 lt lt Manual 4 3 0 Feature of the EMP 350 series Drive Bays EMP 350 with 1 x NB DVD ROM amp 1 FDD Drives Keyboard 88 key NB type keyboard isintegrated with the portable to allow closing against the portable for both convenience protection in transportation Keyboard Cable The keyboard cable connects to the keyboard intemally with cable jack on the other end for insertion into the portable lower right hand comer allow easyaccessand removalofthe keyboard LED Status Indicator The green LED indicates power on the red LED indicates hard disk drive access Display Integrated TFT Active Matrix LCD provides XGA color display with resolution of 1024 768 for 15 lt lt 7 5 Speaker Integrated two speakers to allow media audio play back without having to outsource attachment Speaker has volume control for different environmental usage Drive Bay The EMP 350 comes standard with NB size DVD amp FDD drives bay Rubber Bumper The EMP 350 has new designed rubber bumper for each comer to protect sudden shock from various angles Power Switch The power switch to tum on the computeris located on the right side Fan Located insde amp rear si
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