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1. jlooeeoooooooooooooo Setting up for Timberline Using CalComp 9100 format E3EERERER EJ CI E CIL ERLED EL ED EE EZ EE ED Ed EC m oeoooeeeeeoooeeooce Eoeeeooooooooooooo looeeooooooooooooo Using Summagraphics MM 1201 binary format rare EJ EJ ER E EI Ed E ELEC E ED EE EC EE 16 E mBoeoooeeeeece Eoeeooooooooo SjJOoeeoooooooco oe o gt N oo Of 6 eeoo0 OOOOO OOOOO 24 Recommended Setups The DrawingBoard VI Setting up for VersaCAD Using CalComp 9100 format EE EN ES EN EJ CI EU ELEC HL ED EE EZ EE EC EI EC mBeeoooeeeeeoooeoooco Eooeooooooooooooo 0oe E ooeeoooooooooooooo Restoring a Pre Programmed Setup When you save a custom setup to one of the Save areas the pre pro grammed setup will be overwritten To restore the original setup set 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 GTCO DP5 High Resolution ES EB EJ EJ ER EJ CI E EI ERE E E ER EZ EE EC Ed EE meeoooeeeeeoeoeeeoce EooeeoooooooooooOo0oce E ooeeooooooooooo oOWeo Restoring Save 2 Summagraphics MM 1201 binary Fore EJ EJ ER E EI Ed EI ELEC E EDD EE taf is EC Ed 13 mBeooooeooeooee E Eooeoooooooooo E Eooeeooooooooo foe 0000 Oooooe OOOOO Restoring Save 3 CalComp 2000 ASCII E Boeoooeeeo2. LI Consult the dealer or an experienced Radio TV technician for help 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 g Any cables the user adds to the device must be shielded to be 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 The DrawingBoard VI Declaration of Conformity 43 Declaration of Conformity The CE mark on this device indicates compliance under the EMC 89 336 EEC Directive Declaration of conformity according to ISO IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer s Name GTCO CalComp Inc Manufacturer s Address 7125 Riverwood Drive Columbia MD 21046 U S A declares that the product Product Name DrawingBoard VI Model Numbers DB6 2024 DB6 2436 DB6 3648 DB6 4460 DB6 1212 DB6 1218 Product Options All conforms to the following product specifications Safety EMC EMC Directive 89 336 EEC and amendment 92 31 EEC Emissions Testing EN 60590 1 EN 55022 1998
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4. GTCO CalComp Inc DrawingBoard VI is a trademark of GTCO CalComp Inc All other products and company names are the trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice GTCO CalComp 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 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 Inc 37 01099 01 Rev B
5. direction across the face of the tablet Y direction The vertical distance up and down the face of the tablet 42 Regulatory Statements The DrawingBoard VI 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 interfer ence in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accor dance 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 to 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 LI Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna LI Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver LI Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected LI Reorient or coil cables
6. 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 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 sales 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 lightening 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 c Any damage in shipment of the product claims must be presented to the carrier d Any other cause which does not relate to a manufacturing defect 3 Any product not sold or leased to a con
7. 125 pps 200 lpi Format O CalComp 2000 ASCII 16 Tablet Customization The DrawingBoard VI Selecting a Custom Setup You can setup specific tablet options by turning different combinations of Configuration keys On or Off The available tablet options are listed below To set up the tablet efe eif 1 Exit 1 18 efe nif Exit 6 Turn on Configuration Mode by clicking on the Config Exit key Click on the Bank 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 ifthe Bank is active 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 if the key is Off the Indicator light is Off Click on the key to toggle the setting if necessary Repeat steps 2 and 3 for the remaining Banks as required After you have completed your setup you can save it by clicking on one of the Save keys 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 you 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 Exit Configuration Mode
8. Board VI Learning the Basics 25 Using the Transducer 25 Using the Cursor 25 Using the Pen 26 Learning Basic Movements 27 Clicking and Double Clicking 27 Dragging 27 Caring for the Tablet and Transducer 28 Cleaning the Tablet 28 Cleaning the Cursor 28 Replacing the Pen Tip 28 Replacing the Cordless Pen Batteries 29 Replacing the Cordless Cursor Batteries 30 Troubleshooting 31 Reducing Monitor Interference 31 Changing the Frequency of the Cordless Cursor 31 Changing the Frequency of the Cordless Pen 32 Changing the Frequency of a Corded Transducer 32 Tablet Checklist 32 Computer Checklist 33 Software Checklist 33 Does the tablet work with some software 33 Did the software work in the past 34 Troubleshooting Chart 35 Returning your Tablet for Repair 36 Repackaging for Shipment 36 Parts and Accessories 37 Glossary 38 Regulatory Statements and Warranty 42 Radio and Television Interference 42 Canada 42 Declaration of Conformity 43 European Union Emission Directive 44 European Union WEEE Directive 44 Japan 45 Bescheinigung des Herstellers Importeurs 45 Limited Warranty for the DrawingBoard VI 46 The DrawingBoard VI Introduction 5 What is the DrawingBoard VI The DrawingBoard VI belongs to a class of computer input devices called graphic tablets or digitizers A digitizer is an electronic tablet work surface The position of a transducer a handheld cursor or stylus pen on the work surface of the DrawingBoard VI is converte
9. Class B EN 61000 3 2 Harmonics amp EN 61000 3 3 Flicker Immunity Testing N 55024 1998 including N 61000 4 2 ESD N 61000 4 3 Radiated Immunity N 61000 4 4 EFT B N 61000 4 5 Surges N 61000 4 6 Conducted Immunity EN 61000 4 8 Magnetic Immunity R labelled products conform to DIRECTIVE 2002 95 EC These products are ROHS compliant Supplementary Information The product herewith complies with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC and the EMC Directive 89 336 EEC Scottsdale Arizona U S A 9 15 2006 Dana Doubrava Location Date Engineering Manager 44 Regulatory Statements The DrawingBoard VI European Union Emission Directive This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of 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 protec tion 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 LI In order to avoid t
10. Comp 9100 1 5 CalComp 9100 2 6 CalComp 9100 3 7 CalComp 9100 4 8 Summa MM 1105 A 9 GTCO DP5 ASCII 10 GTCO DP5 ASCII 11 GTCO MD7 ASCII 12 Hitachi ASCII 13 HiPad ASCII 14 Hitachi ASCII Sign 15 Summa MM 1105 A 16 Summa MM 1105 A 17 Wacom ASCII 18 Reserved 19 Reserved 20 CalComp AFT 21 Wacom Binary 22 CalComp Fmt 22 23 CalComp Hi Res 24 GTCO DP5 Hi Res 25 GTCO Lo Res Bin 26 Kurta Serial 1 3 27 Hitachi Hi Res 28 CalComp 2000 Bin 29 Summa MM 1201 B3 30 Summa MM 1201 B 31 MicroGrid II Binary eessssssnnonno0o0000 eee ve 0 ee 000000000 eeeeooooeeeeooooeeeeooooeeeeooooH eeooeeooeeooeeooeeooeeooeeooeeooEk eoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoeoceoH The DrawingBoard VI The DrawingBoard VI Adding line feed Setting up data stop bits Setting up baud rate Setting up parity Setting corded frequency Using Summagraphics MM or CalComp 2000 commands Using ESC for 9X00 commands Sending data out of proximity Turning on pressure pen data Turning on pen height data Tablet Options Indicator light ON O Indicator light OFF Seo None O Add Sao 7 O 8 GSDBHH 12200 OOO 0 OO 400 O O 200 O 100 OO cena None OO Mek O 8 Space O O Een OO Odd OOO GP Low High BB Use commands Do not use e Donotuse ESC O Must use escape Sao No data out of prox O Send data amp cem Off O On e Cont O 19 20 Tablet Options Turning on pen tilt data Turning on pe
11. DrawingBoard VT User s Guide The DrawingBoard VI family of small format and large format digitizers We at GTCO CalComp are proud of our digitizer prod ucts We strive to bring you the best the technology has to offer We urge you to visit our Web site where we will post the latest information regarding updates and changes that may impact the information in this User s Guide Navigate to www stcocalcomp com TCO CalComp PERIPHERALS The DrawingBoard VI Table of Contents Table of Contents What is DrawingBoard VI 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 RS232 Serial Connection Tablet Power On Customizing the Tablet Overview of the Menu Strip Selecting a Pre Programmed Setup Selecting a Custom Setup Tablet Options Recommended Setups for Common PC Software Applications Restoring a Pre Programmed Setup oO o O NN 1 4 GO UI N N M amp lI l3 a la ll ll o c A o c4 UP PWWNHYH KF RKP KF 0 0 0 9 0 Table of Contents The Drawing
12. ages you know that the tablet USB or serial port and computer work mJ 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 require ments Call the software manufacturer Perhaps the software package has a problem with another component of your system 34 Troubleshooting The DrawingBoard VI 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 al LI E B B L LI LI Check all the connectors Is the tablet still plugged into the same port If yes reset the tablet by unplugging and replugging the USB connec tor or if you are using serial unplug and replug 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 h
13. ave 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 The DrawingBoard VI Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting 35 The following table lists common DrawingBoard VI problems their causes and their solutions Problem Frozen screen pointer Screen pointer appears to shake or jitter Unable to use the entire tablet surface Cause Transducer is in Sleep Mode Menu Strip is in Configura tion Mode Tablet plugged into the wrong serial port on the computer Tablet not powered cor rectly Batteries low in transducer Software application set up incorrectly Another device is con nected to a COM port that shares the same IRQ as the tablet COM port i e your tablet is connected to COM1 IRQA and your modem is connected to COM3 IRQ4 Tablet is set too close to the screen monitor Tablet s frequency setting may conflict with the dis play Incorrect format selected Software application set up incorrectly 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 corre
14. by clicking on the Config Exit key The DrawingBoard VI Tablet Options 17 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 Indicator light ON O Indicator light OFF Defining operating mode DE Line OOo Point O Tack O Run eo Setting up increment mode mpBu None OO 1 oe 5 eo 10 oo Turning on prompt mode B e O Setting up data rate for ampnaduu CalComp 2000 format ips OOO 5ps OOO tops O6 O 20ps O 4ps 6 OO 75pps O 100 pps O 125pps Setting up data rate for EGmBamul Summagraphics MM ASCII 7pps O09 0 format 2ps OO 50ps OO 6 100pps O O O Setting up data rate for BBBB Summagraphics MM binary ps O90 format 25pps O O 75pps O O 150ps OO O 18 Tablet Options Setting up resolution Resolutions up to 10 000 Ipi are available on the large format high accuracy tablets for applications that support it Setting up format Indicator light ON O Indicator light OFF cmm 200 Ipi oOooe 254 Ipi 10lpmm O O 400 Ipi O0 500 Ipi eoo 508 Ipi 20 lpmm O e 1000 Ipi e eo 1270 Ipi 50ipmm e e 2540 Ipi 100 Ipmm O O O gt sssasasas oaoeessm 0 O00000000000008 0 CalComp 2000 A 1 CalComp Wedge 2 Summa ID ASCIl 3 Summa MM 1201 A 4 Cal
15. cription of the problem 5 If GTCO CalComp 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 The DrawingBoard VI Warranty 47 Technical Support Web based Technical 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 In United States 410 312 9221 EST In Europe 49 0 89 370012 0 CET You can also fax your request to In United States 410 290 9065 EST In Europe 49 0 89 370012 12 CET 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 s sole liability whether in contract tort under any warranty in negligence or otherwise shall be for the repair or replacement of the defective parts and under no circumstances shall GTCO CalComp be liable for spec
16. crosoft Windows 98 Me NT 4 0 2000 XP or Vista LI One available RS232C serial communication port Serial signal levels must conform to EIA RS232C specifications 10 MB of free disk space E o Application software that directly accepts digitizer input via the computer s RS232C serial port or via the Wintab API or TabCon API 8 Overview The DrawingBoard VI DrawingBoard VI Overview The DrawingBoard VI digitizer large format shown here consists of Indicator Light Cn bud Active Area O 7 A e e CL Transducers e peasusosd uiuenenen 85 ve Drawing Board VI HO Menu Strip Active Area The drawing area the Active Area is that 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 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 Configura tion keys for greater productivity Indicator Light The power proximity LED in the upper right corner of the large format DrawingBoard VI frame or the Prox Config light above the Menu Strip on the small format tablet is the Indicator light It remains off when the power is On Howev
17. ctly 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 Move the tablet farther away from the screen Alternate the transducer s frequency See the Reduc ing Monitor Interference section Check your selections in the Menu Strip Check that the tablet is identified in your software application 36 Troubleshooting The DrawingBoard VI Returning your Tablet for Repair If you think you have a defective tablet first see all topics in this section above and visit our Web site at www gtcocalcomp com supportgtcocalcompcontact htm for the latest support information If you are still unable to properly operate your digitizer system call Technical Support at 410 312 9221 or 49 0 89 370012 0 Europe Or email us at gtcocalcomp 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 problem with and receiving an RMA from a GTCO Cal Comp 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 shi
18. d 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 Func tion Technology that has been setting 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 require ments The DrawingBoard VI family of small and large format digitizers boasts the highest resolution 12 700 lines per inch on the market today unpar alleled 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 appre ciate the variety of cordless and corded cursors and stylus pens available to use with the DrawingBoard VI An integrated mounting channel on the large format tablet frame allows accessories such as an accessory tray to be quickly and easily mounted Easy to use software and programmable function keys round out the picture of a powerful versat
19. d only for a serial installation Accessory Tray large format only Plan Holder large format only Table Feet large format only Manual Lift Manual Tilt Pedestal large format only The DrawingBoard VI PC Requirements Z What You Will Need to Use DrawingBoard VI This version of the DrawingBoard is equipped with both a USB interface and an RS 232 serial interface which requires an optional RS232 cable and power supply It is compatible with most industry standard PCs The TabletWorks CD contains drivers provided by GTCO CalComp and is the only software described in this manual TabletWorks supports re duced functionality Wintab and TabCon compatible applications If you are not sure which drivers are required 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 the DrawingBoard VI will work with all Windows based applications as a mouse in addition to working as a digitizer with Windows based applica tions that are specifically designed for use with digitizers PC Requirements For a USB Installation I Microsoft Windows 98se Me 2000 XP or Vista J One available USB port J 10 MB of free disk space eo Application software that accepts digitizer input via the Wintab API or TabCon API For an Optional Serial Installation LI Mi
20. e button lite touch pen cordless Two side button pressure tip pen cordless 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 for pens Replacement tips for corded pen 3 pack Replacement tips for cordless pen 3 pack 38 Glossary The DrawingBoard VI Glossary Accuracy The similarity of a distance measured by the tablet with the actual dis tance 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 The 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 The basic unit of information in the binary system either O or 1 Button A switch on the cursor or pen used to input data Byte A group of eight bits that acts as a single unit of information Coordinate pair A 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 A transducer used to se
21. e off if the transducer has gone into Sleep Mode Press any button on the transducer to activate it If the trans ducer is in the Active Area and the Indicator light remains off change the transducer s battery Are all cable connections seated properly Is the 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 Is the transducer cable connected to the digitizer Is the tablet set up according to the software recommendations Are any of the connector cables or receptacles damaged Check for bent pins cut insulation and loose wires The DrawingBoard VI 33 Computer Checklist al zi Is the computer plugged into a live outlet Did you turn on the com puter Does the computer work with any of your software Try one of your other programs If the computer has a diagnostic diskette use it Is your software package installed correctly If 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 Have there been any recent electrical storms in your area that may have damaged your equipment Software Checklist Does the tablet work with some software If your tablet currently works with some software pack
22. e tablet 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 An operating mode that emulates Microsoft and Mouse Systems mouse drivers Data constantly transmits when the cursor or pen is on the draw ing area of the tablet Operating mode The conditions that must be met before the tablet sends information to the computer 40 Glossary The DrawingBoard VI Output format The system of characters used by the DrawingBoard VI tablet for output ting data Parity A 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 output 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
23. eate an undesirable shiny spot on the tablet s surface that cannot be removed Do not use abrasive cleaners acrylic or lacquer paint thinners or cleansers with 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 a To replace the pen tip grasp the tip foe and pull straight out see figure pe d l Insert the new tip and press until it Le clicks into place The DrawingBoard VI Replacing Batteries 29 Replacing the Cordless Pen Batteries The pens require two 393 silver oxide batteries The average battery life is 200 hours Do not use ZINC AIR batteries as replacement batteries They will corrode the electronics of the pen To replace the batteries cea sed batteries D 1 Unscrew the pen cap Hold Do not use zinc Pen cover the pen from the bottom and air batteries S 6 gently slide off the pen cover Lo d to expose the batteries Side on Battery n s I 2 Remove the old batteries by buttons T ia turning the pen over and Pen gently tapping it letting the tip 9 batteries fall into your other hand 3 Insert the new batteries as
24. ed by GTCO CalComp Changing the Frequency of the Cordless Cursor 1 2 Place the cursor on the tablet surface Press Buttons 1 and 2 simultaneously and hold for approximately three seconds The cursor turns itself off You will know the cursor is off when the Indicator light on the tablet begins blinking The cursor turns on again at the new frequency You will know the cursor is on when the Indicator light glows steadily 32 Troubleshooting The DrawingBoard VI To return to the default frequency repeat the above process When you replace the cursor batteries the cursor is automatically reset to the de fault frequency Changing the Frequency of the Cordless Pen Press both side buttons and the tip simultaneously and hold for approxi mately 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 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 Op tions section Tablet Checklist 1 Is the tablet power supply plugged into the digitizer and into a live outlet Is the tablet power switch On 4 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 The Indicator light will b
25. er 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 get their power from the digitizer Cordless transducers are powered by batteries They will go into a battery saving Sleep Mode when The DrawingBoard VI 9 no button has been pressed for one to five minutes depending on the type of transducer you are using 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 tablets This cord only style cursor has a lens area that can be illuminated 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 10 Installation The DrawingBoard VI Setting Up Your DrawingBoard VI The instructions below describe how to set up your DrawingBoard VI Before you begin please take a moment to fill ou
26. h 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 implies a lighter touch without the click Pressure Pen The pressure pen is only available in the cordless version With the pres sure 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 in creases as you continue pressing down on the tip To decrease the pres sure ease up on the tip The DrawingBoard VI Basic Usage 27 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 fro
27. he dissemination of the hazardous substances into the environment and to diminish the pressure on our natural re sources we encourage 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 LI The crossed out wheeled bin symbol below invites you to use these take back systems E If you need more information about the collection reuse and recy cling systems in your area please contact your local or regional waste authority LI Further information about the responsible end of life management of this and other GTCO CalComp products is available on our Web site at www gtcocalcomp com P European Contact GTCO CalComp GmbH Kreiller Strasse 24 81673 Munich Germany Tel 49 0 89 370012 0 Fax 49 0 89 370012 12 The DrawingBoard VI Regulatory Statements 45 Japan CORBIS PRUBLESSSRBSASMHABRAS VCCI OZ d242722ABlfB RISG AIRE CY CORBIS RERMCHATScCE amp H gjcuUCuv 95 0EKBD274v97T7VLUZa Ss iWIELUC f amp f amp nec s RsmE saE j c 55Ut4 RRRA CHE CIEL UMW SR E UCTF EU 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 u
28. ial indirect or consequential damages The price stated and paid for the equipment is a consideration in limiting GTCO CalComp s liability Notice Some states and provinces 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 product call our Technical Support Department in the United States at 410 312 9221 EST fax us at 410 290 9065 EST In Europe at 49 0 89 370012 O or fax us at 49 0 89 370012 12 CET We can also be contacted through our Web site 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 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 GTCO alComp ERIPHERALS Corporate Headquarters 7125 Riverwood Drive Columbia Maryland 21046 Tel 410 381 6688 Support 410 312 9221 Sales 800 344 4723 Fax 410 290 9065 European Headquarters GTCO CalComp GmbH Kreiller Strasse 24 81673 Munich Germany Tel 49 0 89 37001 2 0 Fax 49 0 89 370012 12 www gtcocalcomp com Support 410 312 9221 DrawingD oard VI Copyright 2008
29. ile 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 from your DrawingBoard VI to your digitizing appli cation your DrawingBoard VI must be physically connected to your computer and it must be able to transmit that data in such a way that the digitizing application recognizes and understands it Before you set up your DrawingBoard VI you should determine LI The requirements of the digitizing software application you are using B Whether your digitizing application requires software drivers to com municate with the DrawingBoard VI LI The hardware communications connection USB or serial you will be using between the DrawingBoard VI and the computer Parts Checklist The DrawingBoard VI Parts Checklist J 4 DrawingBoard VI digitizing tablet Transducer corded or cordless pen 4 button cursor or 16 button cursor USB Cable Universal Mounting Brackets A CD TabletWorks drivers documentation or third party software drivers DrawingBoard VI User s Guide on the CD DrawingBoard VI Quick Start Registration Card Optional Equipment V SS NN SN RS232 cable with 9 pin connector for serial connection Power supply require
30. lect specific points on the tablet surface 2 A symbol displayed on the screen marking where the next action will take effect or where the next character typed from the keyboard will appear Data bits Each transmission contains 7 or 8 data bits Data rate The 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 The area on the tablet surface intended for digitizing Referred to as the Active Area The DrawingBoard VI Glossary 39 Format The form in which data is sent from the tablet The DrawingBoard VI tablet can output 32 different formats Frequency The number of waves that pass a fixed point in one second Height See Proximity 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 A repeatability error of short duration caused by electrical noise Key A 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 Th
31. m your computer moni tor 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 O on the cursor A double click requires you to quickly tap the pen or press the button two times while the tool remains in the 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 correspond ing object on the screen to the desired new location 28 Tablet Care The DrawingBoard VI Caring for the Tablet and Transducer Follow these precautions at all times to avoid damaging your Drawing Board VI Avoid discharging static electricity to the tablet B u Do not place heavy objects on the tablet surface LI Do not use sharp objects such as compasses or knives on the tablet surface LI Do not use the tablet surface for any purpose other than drawing tracing or digitizing 4 Do not drill 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 cr
32. n 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 The DrawingBoard VI Tablet Customization Selecting a Pre Programmed Setup 15 There are three pre programmed setups available with DrawingBoard VI 4 GTCO DP5 High Resolution Binary Summagraphics MM 1201 z CalComp 2000 ASCII These setups are commonly used within software applications as required tablet formats They are stored in Save Areas Default 2 and 3 respec tively 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 Confi Exit 1 key RS 2 efe oif 3 Exit Click on the desired Restore key The new setup is activated Turn on Configuration Mode by clicking on the Config Exit Click on the Config Exit key again to exit Configuration Mode The following table lists the tablet options used by the pre programmed setups Mode Baud Rate Data Bits Parity Data Rate Resolution Output Format Emulation Default Run 9600 8 None 125 pps 1000 Ipi Format 23 GTCO DP5 High Resolution Binary Save 2 Track 9600 8 Odd 150 pps 500 Ipi Format 30 Summagraphics MM 1201 Binary Save 3 Point 9600 7 Even
33. n tilt correction Setting up CTS line enable Removing CR on ASCII formats Controlling pen sound Controlling tablet speaker The DrawingBoard VI Indicator light ON O Indicator light OFF Gen CR O NoCR No sound ConfiglBi C Sound with pen down n Tablet speaker on CE Tablet speaker off The DrawingBoard VI Recommended Setups 21 Recommended Setups for Common PC Software Applications The following sections show the Configuration key setups for some common PC software packages Set up the Configuration keys as shown below see Selecting a Custom Setup The circles represent the Indicator light on the digitizer Indicator light ON O Indicator light OFF Setting up for ARCINFO Using CalComp 9100 format EBBBBBBBBBEREHBERBEGEE mBoeoooeeeeeoooeeooce Elooeeoooooooooooooe E looeeoooooooooooooo Using GTCO DigiPad format rere E EJ E EJ EI Ed EI ELEC RR ED EE EZ EE EC EI EE meeoooeeeeeoeoeeooce Elooeeoooooooooooooe E looeeoooooooooooooo Setting up for AutoCAD DOS only Using ADI format E ER EJ EJ ER EJ CI E EI ERE E E ER EZ EC EC EI EE meeoooeeeeeoceoeeeoce EooeeoooooooooooOooe K looeeoooooooooo oOooo Using CalComp 9100 format EBBBBBBBRBEBREBEN meeoooeeeeeoo Eooeooeoooooo S5SjJOoeeoooooooco os EE 080000 000008 0000900 Recommended Setups The DrawingBoard VI Setting up for CADKey Using GTCO DP5 format EBEN ES EN EJ CI EU EILERELED LED EE EZ EE EC
34. nd 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 Funk entstoerbestimmungen geprueft Es ist jodoch moeglich dass die Funk entstoerbestimmungen unter unguenstigen Umstaenden bei anderen Geraetekombinationen nicht eingehalten werden Fuer die Einhaltung der Funk entstoerbestimmungen seiner gesamten Anlage in der dieses Geraet betrieben wird ist der Betrieber verantwortlich Einhaltung mit betreffenden Bestimmungen kommt darauf an dass geschirmte Ausfuhrungen gebraucht werden Fuer die beschaffung richtiger Ausfuhrungen ist der Betrieber verantwirtlich 46 Warranty The DrawingBoard VI Limited Warranty for the DrawingBoard VI GTCO CalComp 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
35. o 008000 O OOOO Elooeeoooooo The DrawingBoard VI Basic Usage 25 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 1 2 above the Active Area When the transducer is in the zone above the surface of the digitizer 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 trans ducer 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 a 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 to 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 0 the yellow button is used as the pick or left mouse button All other buttons are defined by the TabletWorks software or through
36. ommunication bridge between your digitiz ing software application and your DrawingBoard VI You should 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 spe cific digitizers If the DrawingBoard VI digitizer is not listed you can use the configuration for GTCO Digi Pad Type 5 or Type 5A T5 T5A CalComp 9100 9500 or Summagraphics Microgrid IIl or ID Series Installing the TabletWorks Driver Insert the CD into the CD ROM drive on your computer The installer will autoload If it doesn t 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 installation A TabletWorks icon amp 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 TabletWorks features Hardware Configuration When you use the USB interface no data output configuration is re quired When you use the optional serial interface The DrawingBoard VI must be configured to send data in a format that is compatible with the application software Different applications have different requirements
37. p the cursor or any extra electronics boards inside approved antistatic plastic bags If you are shipping the tablet or accessories to a GTCO CalComp Service Center for repair attach a tag to the equipment with the following information Model number LI Serial number LI L Maintenance contract number if applicable LI Return Merchandise Authorization number LI Detailed description of the problem The DrawingBoard VI Parts 37 Parts and Accessories The following table lists the DrawingBoard VI systems and parts available for purchase To order any of the items listed below please contact GTCO CalComp at 1 800 344 4723 Toll Free or 410 381 6688 fax to 410 290 9065 visit us online at www gtcocalcomp com or email to calcomp sales gtcocalcomp com Tablets Transducers Accessories 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 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 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 sid
38. 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 The 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 The 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 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 The DrawingBoard VI Glossary 41 Stop bits One or two stop bits are transmitted with each data byte They mark 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 The tool used to digitize it may be either a cursor or pen X direction The horizontal
39. roubleshooting 31 Troubleshooting We want your experience with your DrawingBoard VI tablet to be a successful one If you have a problem please follow the steps below 1 2 4 Reread this User s Guide to verify you have performed the correct steps Read the topics below to check for a solution to your problem Re view the checklists as well as the Troubleshooting Chart Keep in mind that the problem could be your computer your display or your software instead of the digitizer If you still have a problem call GTCO CalComp Technical Support at 410 312 9221 in the U S or Canada or email us at gtco support gtcocalcomp com Outside the U S or Canada contact your local GTCO CalComp office or dealer Please have the following information available when you call 4 Description of the problem Name and version of software package you are using Type of computer you are using 3 DrawingBoard VI model number and serial number see bottom of digitizer Type of transducer you are using Be at your computer when you call Reducing Monitor Interference 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 ECPPCURSORA ECPPCURSOR16 and ESPPCURSORII Transducers with FCC ID numbers other than those listed must have frequencies chang
40. s with custom macros To learn how to use TabletWorks please refer to Tablet Works 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 Bank Configuration Macros Save Restore aGEBBBBSBSBUESDUU IDI OI IE IE D The Menu Strip is composed of Config Exit Key KK The Config Exit key turns Configuration Mode On and Off Du u Ne 3 Bank Keys There are three Bank keys A Band C Each bank has a different set of tablet options that are available through Configuration key combinations 18 Configuration Keys through The 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 Tablet Works Help Save Restore 3 Save and 3 Restore Keys F 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 ow
41. sumer within six months of GTCO CALCOMP s original sale date GTCO CalComp will pay all labor and material expenses for covered items but we will not pay for the following 1 Removal or installation charges 2 Costs for initial technical adjustments set up including adjustment of user controls 3 Certain shipping charges Payment of shipping charges is discussed in the next section of this warranty 4 Packaging costs Customers should keep their boxes Warranty Service Procedures 1 To obtain service on your GTCO CalComp product contact the Technical Support Department to receive a Return Material Authorization Number RMA and shipping instructions by calling In United States 410 312 9221 EST In Europe 49 0 89 370012 0 CET 2 Ship the product to GTCO CalComp with the RMA marked clearly on the outside of the box Without a clearly marked RMA on the shipping box GTCO CalComp reserves the right to refuse shipment 3 Although you must pay any shipping charges to ship the product to GTCO CalComp for warranty service GTCO CalComp 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 des
42. t and mail the Warranty Registration Card Preparing the Large Format DrawingBoard VI Mounting on the Stand You can place your DrawingBoard VI on a table desk or drafting table Or you can mount your DrawingBoard VI on a stand or a pedestal The tablet s Universal Mounting Brackets attach directly to those stands that have tilt arms The old style stands with tilt pads require right angle mounting brackets which are attached to the tilt pads The tablet s Uni versal 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 Acces sory Tray DrawingBoard VI Frame T Nut Thumb Screw Tray Rails The DrawingBoard VI Installation 11 Software Configuration Software drivers provide the c
43. they are shown in the figure above towards pen tip 4 Replace the pen cover and screw the pen cap onto the pen default frequency If you changed the frequency of the pen g When you replace the pen batteries the pen will reset to the before replacing the batteries you will need to do so again after replacing the batteries see the Reducing Monitor Interference section in Troubleshooting 30 Replacing Batteries The DrawingBoard VI Replacing the Cordless Cursor Batteries The cordless cursor requires two AAA batteries The average battery life for the cursor batteries is 2 000 hours 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 Base 2 Remove the old batteries from the battery casings gt 2 AAA 3 Place the new batteries in Batteries the casings matching the polarity of each battery with the markings on the connec tor strips match to 4 Reposition the cursor base Replace the screws with the Phillips screwdriver reset to the default frequency If you changed the frequency 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 g When you replace the cordless cursor batteries the cursor will The DrawingBoard VI T
44. when interacting with a digitizer Determine if you haven t already which communication connection you will be using USB or serial 12 Installation The DrawingBoard VI 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 Transducer USB Power Serial Power Switch POINTER USD GV DC RS2z2 VO Controller Box DrawingBeoard Vl Comector Panel large format shown here USB Connection The DrawingBoard VI USB port connection is USB 1 1 and 2 0 compat ible 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 com plete 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 not force it 2 Connect the other end of the USB cable to any one of the USB ports eA on your computer or USB hub Turn the Power Switch on The digitizer will beep once indicating it has power DrawingBoard VI USB Connection Teansducer POINTER USB USB source is needed for a USB installation even when you are using Power is supplied through the USB port No additional power the DrawingBoard VI with a corded high accurac
45. y cursor The DrawingBoard VI Installation 13 Optional RS232 Serial Connection 1 Connect the RS232 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 Connect the other end to an RS232 serial port on your com puter 2 Plug the power supply into an AC outlet Connect 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 POINTER wer Serial 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 Indicator 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 14 Tablet Customization The DrawingBoard VI Customizing the Tablet You can customize your 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 button
46. 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 the cursor illumination you should reserve one button in each column from any macro recording 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 Basic Usage The DrawingBoard VI Using the Pen There are three variations of pens the click tip the pressure tip and the lite touch tip The variations among these pens are tilt and height sensitiv ity On all three pens the pen tip is Button O and is used as the pick or left mouse button The lower side button is Button 1 and the upper side button is Button 2 The functions these buttons provide are defined throug
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