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Motorola HK1223 Laptop User Manual

1. x A 4 lt aN SN CAUTION DO NOT PULL THE WIRE TO UNPLUG ha XX Table of Contents Preface a iasvcsccctabicawsdsshacectivsdunsdustiventewanandeadoumntabasuntastdaeetanisanscuds vii Chapter 1 Getting Started cccsesstsssssssssssssssssensesnerens 1 1 Getting the Computer Running ceecceeeeeesteceeneeceeeeeeeees 1 2 Unpac kihi erenneren etches we oe ities weet eesti 1 2 Connecting to AC Power 0 cee eeceeseeeeeeneeereeenseensecnaeeenaes 1 3 Opening the Cover i rer poeri oseta Ee EDE ET IEE 1 4 Turning On and Off the Computer seesseeeeeeeeeeseereeseeess 1 5 Taking a Look at the Computer seeeeeeseeeeeeeseeeresreerrsrrerererees 1 6 Right Side Components esseseseseesereseessssresrrsresresressesreess 1 6 Left Side Components iersinii iii 1 7 Reat COMPONEMES eresien eserinaoe estae inei es e 1 8 Front Component nnne ni n a 1 9 Bottom Side Components sseessseesseeeeresreeresreeresresserees 1 10 Top open Components ssseeeeseeeeeereeeesresreeresreeresresserees 1 12 Where to Go from Here seesseeeeseseeseeeieseerresrrsresrreresreesereress 1 14 Chapter 2 Operating Your Computer ccccceseeesseeseeeeeeees 2 1 Starting and Stopping the Computer ee eeeeeeeereeeeee 2 2 Starting the Computer eee ceeceeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeneeeaeeenaees 2 2 Stopping the Computer ceeecssceeseeceeeeeesteeeeaeceeteeees 2 2 Using the Keyboard stein idee na ae i
2. indicates enabled while underline _ indicates disabled Default setting is enabled USB Emulation Enables or disables the system s support for the USB port in DOS mode A check mark v indicates enabled while underline _ indicates disabled Default setting is enabled Setup Configuration Utility SCU 55 Advanced Menu Geyserville Support 56 Setup Configuration Utility SCU Enables or disables the Geyserville feature of the CPU The Geyserville feature helps conserve battery life by decreasing the CPU s running speed under certain conditions while still maintaining a high performance If this item is enabled the CPU will automatically change its speed whenever necessary based on the Power Scheme setting in Windows Control Panel If this item is disabled the CPU will always run in the lowest speed The options are Enabled and Disabled The default setting is Enabled NOTE This item is available only when the CPU supports the Geyserville feature Shared Video Memory Sets the shared memory size of the video controller The options are 4M 8M 16M and 32M Default setting is 32M Setup Configuration Utility SCU 57 58 Allows you to configure the COM ports of the computer COM1 2 FIR 3 5 6 Settings sets the I O Input Output address and the Interrupt ReQuest line IRQ settings of the COM ports The options are Disabled COM1 3F8 IRQ4 COM2 2F8 IRQ3 COM3 3E8 IRQ6 COMS
3. CAUTION e Make regular backups of your data files from your hard disk drive to CD discs or other storage media e Never try to remove or install the hard disk drive while the computer is powered on Doing so can result in loss of data and can damage the computer and the hard disk drive s sensitive circuitry e Never turn off or reset the computer while the hard disk drive in use indicator is on Operating Y our Computer 2 13 Using the DVD Combo DVD Dual Drive Depending on the model your computer comes with a DVD Combo or DVD Dual drive located on the right side of the computer This drive is usually configured as drive D The drive uses removable 5 25 inch silver discs which look like standard music CDs It is an ideal medium to use for distributing multimedia because of the huge amount of data that a disc can store Depending on the model your drive is one of the following e DVD drive can read DVD Digital Versatile Disc discs in addition to CDs audio CDs CD R and CD RW discs e Combo drive can work both as a DVD drive and CD RW drive e DVD Dual drive aside from working as a Combo drive can also write to DVD R DVD RW DVD R DVD RW discs NOTE If the DVD Combo DVD Dual drive would be operating for more than half an hour such as showing a DVD title use the AC power source instead of the battery If not the battery may run out of power before the operation is complete CAUTION 1 When inserting a disc
4. 7 Plot calibration data Standard Calibration Advanced Calibration 2 Please cancel the function Automatic Rotation Detection See Fig1 Because use the function key Fn F9 CRT LCD Simulscan toggle system standard will appear a calibration screen See Fig2 6 10 Installing Software Drivers PenMount Control Panel E Calibrate Multiple Monitors Option Tools About Test by drarwing on Draw the touch screen Right Click Tool Place right click tool on the desktop Pen Stabilizer Automatic Rotation Detection Figl Please touch the blue point by Pen Mount USB Installing Software Drivers 611 612 3 If the Graphics Controller setting Extended Desktop and Primary Device is Monitor the Touch Screen setting you need to select Multiple Monitor Support gt Map Touch Screens See Fig1 PenMount Control Panel A L Calibrate Multiple Monitors Option Tools About J Multiple Monitor Support Figl PS If your O S shutdown and docking un dock and then enter system please re Calibration your panel 1 Panel Calibration Standard Calibration The Standard Calibration function lets you match the touch screen to your display so that the point you touch is accurately tracked on screen Standard calibration only requires four points for calibration and one point for confirmation Under normal circumstances Standard Calibratio
5. 810 Make sure that the Mini PCI WLAN card is correctly installed Make sure that the necessary driver s is correctly installed Make sure that the WLAN feature is turned on Transmission quality is poor Your computer may be in an out of range situation Move your computer closer to the Access Point or another WLAN device it is associated with Check if there is high interference around the environment and solve the problem as described next Radio interference exists Move your computer away from the device causing the radio interference such as microwave oven and large metal objects Plug your computer into an outlet on a different branch circuit from that used by the affecting device Consult your dealer or an experienced radio technician for help I cannot connect to another WLAN device Make sure that the WLAN feature is turned on Make sure that the SSID setting is the same for every WLAN device in the network Your computer is not recognizing changes Restart the computer Make sure that the IP address or subnet mask setting is correct I cannot communicate with the computer in the network when Infrastructure mode is configured Make sure that the Access Point your computer is associated with is powered on and all the LEDs are working properly Troubleshooting If the operating radio channel is in poor quality change the Access Point and all the wireless station s within the BSSID to another radio ch
6. Front Components i Ref Component Description See Also Wireless Serves as the antenna for the optional wireless P 2 24 Modem modem RDLAP GPRS iDEN and CDMA Antenna Stereo Speaker Sends out sound and voice from the computer P 2 19 Set Handle Allows you to carry your computer for an easy grip Wireless LAN Serves as the antenna for the WLAN It is P 2 22 O Antenna built in the cober latch GPS Antenna Serves as the antenna for the Global Positioning P 2 25 option System GPS It is built in the top cover latch Top Cover Locks the top cover P 1 4 O Latch Getting Started T9 Bottom Side Components Ref Component Description See Also X bay Module Serves as the interface between the system and Antenna antenna of the optional X bay module Connector DVD Combo Allows you to lock the DVD Combo DVD Dual P 2 15 DVD Dual drive in place Drive Lock Unlock Switch DVD Combo Allows you to remove the DVD Combo DVD P 2 15 DVD Dual Dual drive Drive Eject Latch GPS Antenna Serves as the interface between the system and P 2 25 Connector external GPS antenna 1 10 Getting Started Ref Component Description See Also CPU Socket and Inside is the CPU of your computer and cooling Sealed CPU Cooling Fan Ventilation Openings Battery Pack X bay Interface top right Mini PCI Slot bottom right Hard Disk Drive Compartment top left Memory Slot botto
7. MOTOROLA Mobile Laptop 900 Pentium M Model Model HK1223 Motorola Inc All rights reserved Owner s Manual R01 Part No DDN 7415 ML900 Operation Manual Pentium M Model HK1223 Part Number 799001147001 R01 April 2006 TRADEMARKS All brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies NOTE Information in this manual is subject to change without notice COPYRIGHT Copyright 2005 Motorola Inc All rights reserved No part of this manual may be transmitted stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language or computer language in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Motorola Inc Regulations Information Class B Regulations USA Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television r
8. e To press the Euro sign on the keyboard hold down either of the Alt keys and type 0128 on the numeric keypad of your keyboard e To press the Euro sign on an UK keyboard hold down the Alt Gr key and press 4 which has an Euro sign on it Windows Keys The keyboard has two keys that perform Windows specific functions agi Windows Logo key and E Application key The ag Windows Logo key opens the Start menu and performs software specific functions when used in combination with other keys The B Application key usually has the same effect as a right mouse click See your Windows manual for more information Function Keys On the top row of the keys are the function keys F1 to F12 Function keys are multi purpose keys that perform functions defined by individual programs 2 6 Operating Your Computer Fn Key The Fn key at the lower left corner of the keyboard is used with another key to perform the alternative function of a key The letter Fn and the alternative functions are identified by the color of blue on the keytop To perform a desired function first press and hold Fn then press the other key Hot Keys Hot keys refer to a combination of keys that can be pressed any time to activate special functions of the computer Most hot keys operate in a cyclic way Each time a hot key combination is pressed it shifts the corresponding function to the other or next choice You can easily identify the hot keys with the
9. its surface Battery Pack Guidelines 7 4 Recharge the battery pack when it is nearly discharged When recharging make sure the battery pack is fully charged Doing so may avoid harm to the battery pack Operate the computer with the battery pack installed even when using external power This ensures that the battery is fully charged If you will not be using the computer for a long period of time more than two weeks remove the battery pack from the computer If you remove the battery pack make sure the battery terminals do not contact any conductors such as metal objects or water Otherwise the battery may become unusable as a result of a short circuit If you need to store the battery pack store it in a cool dry place Never allow the temperature to exceed 70 C 158 F Do not leave the battery pack in storage for more than 3 months without recharging it Caring for the Computer When Traveling e Before traveling with your computer make a backup of your hard disk data into optical discs or other storage devices As an added precaution bring along an extra copy of your important data e Make sure the battery pack is fully charged e Make sure the computer is turned off e Do not leave objects that will press onto the display e Disconnect the AC adapter from the computer and take it with you Use the AC adapter as the power source and as a battery charger e Hand carry the computer Do not check it in as lu
10. 1 g Storage 10 55 Hz 0 15 55 500 Hz 2 g Drop O Survives 3 ft drop on steel plate A2 Specifications APPENDIX Fingerprint Recognition System Your system features a fingerprint recognition system designed for computer security It provides a high level of user convenience and gives you a set of powerful tools for securing your computer and protecting your private data The system can display fingerprint images derived from the sensor IC enroll new users extract fingerprint templates from raw images and store them in a local database match live scan fingerprints against the local database Finger Placement When placing a finger to be enrolled or identified slide the cover to expose the sensor matrix surface then use a light but firm and steady pressure Avoid moving your finger during the scan and be sure that you are making contact with the sensor matrix and with the surrounding drive ring the light colored surface surrounding the matrix The system works best when it has a core image the center of your fingerprint which is approximately opposite the line of the cuticle of your fingernail Drive ring Sensor matrix B 2 Fingerprint Recognition System Using the Fingerprint Recognition System Utility NOTE To take advantage of the fingerprint recognition system the driver and utility Supplied with your computer must be installed see chapter 6 for details Double c
11. AC adapter to the power connector on the rear side of the computer 3 Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the male end to an electrical outlet Cm Ca Sl 4 When the AC adapter is connected the indicator on the AC adapter lights up indicating that power is being supplied from the electrical outlet to the AC adapter and onto your computer Now you are ready to turn on the computer Getting Started 13 CAUTION e When you disconnect the AC adapter disconnect from the electrical outlet first and then from the computer A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or the computer e When unplugging the connector always hold the plug head Never pull on the cord NOTE When the AC adapter is connected it also charges the battery pack For information on using battery power see Chapter 3 Opening the Cover CAUTION Be gentle when opening and closing the cover Opening it vigorously or slamming it shut could damage the computer 1 Open the top cover by pulling on the handle inserting your index finger and then pulling on the cover latch 2 Lift up the cover You can tilt the cover forward or backward for optimal viewing clarity Turning On and Off the Computer Turning On 1 Make sure the computer has a charged battery or is connected to an AC power supply 2 Press the power button 14 Getting Started 3 Each time the computer is turned on it performs a
12. Started Left Side Components ED f Ref Component Description See Also IR Transceiver Connects an IrDA compliant device for wireless P 4 5 data transfer Bluetooth Connects a bluetooth capable device for P 4 5 Transceiver wireless data transfer option Microphone Connects an external microphone P 2 20 Connector Keyboard BIOS Use this to turn off the system when resetting the P 8 15 Reset Switch system using Ctr Alt Del does not work Audio Output Connects a set of headphones external speakers P 2 20 Connector with amplifier or an audio recording device Getting Started 17 Rear Components Ref Component Description See Also DVI I Port Connects an external monitor with a DVI P 4 2 interface 2 Serial Port Connects a serial device such as an external P 4 4 modem Docking Port For connecting to a Port Replicator car mount both are available as an option Rear Cover Locks the rear cover Latch AV Input Port Connects to a video recording device P 4 7 p g Power Connects the AC adapter P 1 3 Connector AC Power Glows green when the computer is using AC P 1 3 g p g Indicator power Blinks amber orange when the computer using AC power is in Standby mode Battery Charge Glows green when the battery is fully charged P 3 3 Indicator and connected to AC power Glows amber orange when the battery is being charged 18 Getting Started
13. Under Windows make sure that the IrDA Fast Infrared Port is set to HP HSDL 2300 3600 2 Make sure that the COM Ports and its COM2 FIR Settings items are set properly in the SCU program See Advanced Menu in Chapter 5 for information 3 When using the IR port Place the transmitting device where its IR port faces the IR port of your computer within the effective range within 20 degrees vertical angle and within 20 degrees horizontal angle at no greater than 0 8 1 0 meter distance Place the receiving device where the IR port of your computer faces its IR port within the effective range within 15 degrees vertical angle and within 15 degrees horizontal angle at no greater than 0 8 1 0 meter distance 4 To take advantage of IR communications you need a third party software NOTES During infrared communication take note of the following Do not move the computer and IR device Do not enter Standby mode Do not use a cell phone or another IR device near the computer Avoid strong light such as sunlight or fluorescent light Disable the screen saver Expanding Your Computer 4 5 Expanding Y our Computer Connecting a Video Capture Device NOTE To take advantage of the AV input port the Video Capture driver supplied with your computer must be installed see chapter 6 for details Your computer has an AV input port on the rear of the computer for connecting a video capture device such as high
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15. a fully charged state as a backup To replace the battery pack follow these steps 1 Make sure the computer is not turned on or connected to AC power 2 Remove the four screws and lift the battery pack compartment cover to take it off the computer Or alekin Sl rf 3 Pull on the ribbon and take the battery pack off the computer 4 Insert the new battery pack into the compartment Managing Power 35 5 Replace the battery pack compartment cover and secure the four screws Battery Low Signals and Actions 36 Battery Low occurs when the battery has approximately 10 Windows default setting of its charge remaining The computer gives warning beeps or messages and the Battery Power Indicator blinks amber orange to alert you to take actions NOTE Y ou can set up your threshold and signals of Battery Low under Windows Immediately save your data upon Battery Low The remaining operating time depends on how you are using the computer If you are using the audio subsystem hard or DVD Combo DVD Dual drives the battery might run out of charge very quickly Always respond to Battery Low by placing your computer on Standby or Hibernation mode turning off the computer or connecting the AC adapter If you do not take any action the computer will automatically hibernate and turn off CAUTION If you fail to save your data when the battery completely runs out of charge then you lose your d
16. compatibility Facilities To avoid electromagnetic interference and or compatibility conflicts turn off your ruggedized laptop and or integrated radios in any facility where posted notices instruct you to do so Hospitals or health care facilities may be using equipment that is sensitive to external RF energy Aircraft When instructed to do so turn off your ruggedized laptop and or integrated radios when on board an aircraft Any use of a laptop or radio must be in accordance with applicable regulations per airline crew instructions Medical Devices Pacemakers Keep the antennas of this data terminal at least 8 inches or 20cm away from any person s body Along with ensuring compliance with the RF energy exposure limits as instructed in the RF Energy Exposure section previously this separation distance meets or exceeds the distance recommendation of pacemaker manufacturers and the FCC to avoid interference with pacemakers Hearing Aids Some digital wireless radios may interfere with some hearing aids In the event of such interference you may want to consult your hearing aid manufacturer to discuss alternatives Other Medical Devices If you use any other personal medical device consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from RF energy Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information Driver Safety Always abide by the laws and regulations on the use of comput
17. do not use force 2 Make sure the disc is correctly inserted into the tray and then close the tray 3 Do notleave the DVD tray open Also avoid touching the lens in the tray with your hand If the lens becomes dirty the drive may malfunction 4 Do not wipe the lens using materials with rough surface such as paper towel Instead use a cotton swab to gently wipe the lens FDA regulations require the following statement for all laser based devices Caution Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure NOTES e This product incorporates copyright protection technology that is protected by method claims of certain U S patents and other intellectual property rights owned by Macrovision Corporation and other rights owners Use of this copyright protection technology must be authorized by Macrovision Corporation and is intended for home and other limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized by Macrovision Corporation Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited 2 14 Operating Your Computer e The DVD Combo DVD Dual drive is classified as a Class 1 laser product This label is located on the DVD Combo DVD Dual drive CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 Installing the DVD Combo DVD Dual Drive To install the DVD Combo DVD Dual drive 1 Insert the DVD Combo DVD Dual drive into the DVD drive bay located on the right side
18. fully charged battery becomes shorter If you often partially recharge and discharge the battery might not be charged to its full potential Initialize the battery to solve the problem See Initializing the Battery Pack in Chapter 3 for instructions The battery operating time indicated by the battery meter does not match the actual operating time The actual operating time can be different from the estimated time depending on how you are using the computer If the actual operating time is much less than the estimated time initialize the battery See Initializing the Battery Pack in Chapter 3 for instructions Bluetooth Problems I cannot connect to another Bluetooth enabled device Make sure that both devices have activated Bluetooth Make sure that the distance between the two devices are not over 10 meters or that there are no walls or other obstructions between the devices Make sure that the other device is not in Hidden mode Make sure that both devices are compatible Troubleshooting I cannot end a Bluetooth connection e If another device is connected to your computer you can either end the connection using the other device or by deactivating Bluetooth DVD Drive Problems The DVD drive cannot read a disc e Make sure that the disc is correctly seated in the tray with the label facing up e Make sure that the disc is not dirty Clean the disc with a disc cleaning kit available in mos
19. of the computer DVD drive 2 Slide the DVD drive lock unlock switch to the lock position to secure the DVD Combo DVD Dual drive in place N Operating Y our Computer 2 15 Inserting and Removing a Disc Follow this procedure to insert or remove a disc 1 Turn on the computer 2 Press the eject button and the DVD tray will slide out partially Gently pull on it until it is fully extended 3 To insert a disc place down the disc in the tray with its label facing up Slightly press the center of the tray until it clicks into place In use Eject button indicator To remove a disc hold the disc by its outer edge and lift it up from the tray 4 Gently push the tray back into the drive NOTE In the unlikely eventthat you are unable to release the DVD tray by pressing the eject button you can manually release the DVD See DVD Combo DVD Dual Drive Problems in Chapter 8 2 16 Operating Your Computer Using the Video Features The video subsystem of your computer features 12 1 inch Display 12 1 inch TFT Thin Film Transistor color LCD display with 1024x768 XGA eXtended Graphics Array resolution 64 MB integrated video memory Simultaneous display on LCD and external monitor which is useful when you have a presentation as you can control the screen from your computer and face the audience at the same time Dual view capability which allows you to expand your desktop on the screen to
20. or error free L Normal and customary wear and tear M Non Motorola manufactured equipment unless bearing a Motorola Part Number in the form of an alphanumeric number i e TDE6030B V GOVERNING LAW In the case of a Product sold in the United States and Canada this Warranty is governed by the laws of the State of Illinois and the Province of Ontario respectively VI PATENT AND SOFTWARE PROMISIONS Motorola will defend at its own expense any suit brought against the end user purchaser to the extent that it is based on a claim that the Product or its parts infringe a United States patent and Motorola will pay those costs and damages finally awarded against the end user purchaser in any such suit which are attributable to any such claim but such defense and payments are conditioned on the following A That Motorola will be notified promptly in writing by such purchaser of any notice of such claim B That Motorola will have sole control of the defense of such suit and all negotiations for its settlement or compromise and C Should the Product or its parts become or in Motorola s opinion be likely to become the subject of a claim of infringement of a United States patent that such purchaser will permit Motorola at its option and expense either to procure for such purchaser the right to continue using the product or its parts or to replace or modify the same so that it becomes non infringing or to grant such purchas
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22. your needs For example if you are a left handed user you can swap the two buttons so that you can use the right button as the left button and vise versa You can also change the size of the on screen pointer the speed of the pointer and so on To configure the touchpad you can use the standard Microsoft or IBM PS 2 driver if you are using Windows However you can install the touchpad driver supplied with your computer to take advantage of more powerful features For information on installing the driver see How to Use the Driver CD in Chapter 6 This section needs to be looked at Operating Y our Computer 2 11 Using the Touchscreen option CAUTION Do not use a sharp object such as a ballpoint pen or pencil on the touchscreen Doing so may damage the touchscreen surface The touchscreen is a touch sensitive device that allows you to communicate with the computer by controlling the location of the pointer on the screen and making selection with the buttons The touchscreen allows you to easily use the computer without a mouse or touchpad Here are some common terms that you should know when using the touchscreen Click Point Tap gently on the touchscreen Double click Tap twice on the touchscreen rapidly Drag and Press lightly on the touchscreen and move your finger drop until you reach your destination drag Finally release your finger drop when you finish dragging your selection to the destination The
23. 3E0 IRO5 COM6 2E0 IRQ10 HDD Heater Sets if the system automatically turns on the built in hard disk drive heater for low temperature operation A check mark o indicates enabled while underline _ indicates disabled NOTES e To use the HDD heater feature the MTCCTRL driver supplied with your computer must be installed see chapter 6 for details e Disable this item to conserve energy when using battery power Setup Configuration Utility SCU Security Menu Power on Password Setup Configuration Utility SCU 59 510 Allows you to set the password for your system When typing the password first make sure that Num Lock is off then type your password in the entry fields and press Enter Confirm your password by typing it again and pressing Enter If the Enable Password to Power on sub item is enabled the set password is always required to boot the computer SCU Password Allows you to set the password for entering SCU Setup When typing the password first make sure that Num Lock is off then type your password in the entry fields and press Enter Confirm your password by typing it again and pressing Enter If the Enable SCU Password sub item is enabled the SCU password is always required to enter SCU Setup Hard Disk Boot Sector Sets if a warning message will appear when the hard disk boot sector partition table has been changed A checkmark v indicates enabled while an underline _ indicates dis
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25. Communications Radio Interference Regulations Class B Compliance Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canada Interference Causing equipment regulations Cet appareil num rique de Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du R glement Canadien sur le mat riel brouileur This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications Le pr sent appareil num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de la classe B prescrites dans le R glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique dict par le minist re des Communications du Canada Canada Radio Frequency Interference Requirements To prevent radio interference to the licensed service this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding Equipment or its transmit antenna that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing Pour emp cher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l objet d une licence il doit tre utilis l int rieur et devrait tre plac loin des fen tres afin de fournir un cran de blindage maximal Si le mat riel ou son antenne d mission est install l ext rieur il doit faire l objet d une licence SAFE USAGE NOTIFICATION For reason of personal safety and opt
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27. ON Do not use a sharp object such as a pen on the touchpad Doing so may damage the touchpad surface NOTES e By default the touchpad is disabled Use the Fn 7 hot keys to enable disable this function The touchpad indicator found on the keyboard panel glows red when itis disabled e Foroptimal performance of the touchpad keep your fingers and the pads clean and dry When tapping on the pad tap lightly Do not use excessive force The touchpad is a pointing device that allows you to communicate with the computer by controlling the location of the pointer on the screen and making selection with the buttons The touchpad consists of a rectangular pad and four buttons To use the touchpad place your forefinger or thumb on the pad The rectangular pad acts like a miniature duplicate of your display As you slide your fingertip across the pad the pointer also called cursor on the screen moves accordingly When your finger reaches the edge of the pad simply relocate yourself by lifting the finger and placing it on the other side of the pad Here are some common terms that you should know when using the touchpad Operating Y our Computer 2 9 Point Move your finger on the pad until the cursor points to the selection on the screen Click Press and release the left button or Tap gently anywhere on the pad Double Press and release the left button twice in quick succession click gee Tap twice on the pad rapidly D
28. OVISIONS The parties agree that where the context of any provision indicates an intent that it shall survive the term of this Agreement then it shall survive Section 15 ENTIRE AGREEMENT This Agreement contains the parties entire agreement regarding Your use of Software and may be amended only in a writing signed by both parties except that Motorola may modify this Agreement as necessary to comply with applicable laws and regulations including FCC regulations Section 16 THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE The Software may contain one or more items of third party software supplied by other third party suppliers The terms of this Agreement govern Your use of any third party software UNLESS A SEPARATE THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE LICENSE IS INCLUDED WITH THIS PACKAGE IN WHICH CASE YOUR USE OF THE THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE WILL THEN BE GOVERNED BY THE SEPARATE THIRD PARTY LICENSE IF THE FOREGOING TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARE ACCEPTABLE TO YOU YOU AGREE THAT YOUR USE OF THE PRODUCT WITH THE EMBEDDED SOFTWARE WILL INDICATE YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THIS AGREEMENT IF THE FOREGOING TERMS AND CONDITIONS ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE TO YOU THEN MOTOROLA IS UNWILLING TO LICENSE THE SOFTWARE TO YOU IN WHICH EVENT YOU SHOULD NOT USE THE PRODUCT WITH THE EMBEDDED SOFTWARE AND YOU SHOULD RETURN IT TO THE PLACE FROM WHICH IT WAS ACQUIRED AND YOUR MONEY WILL BE REFUNDED COMPUTER SOFTWARE COPYRIGHTS The Motorola products described in this instruction manual may include copyrighted
29. Power On Self Test POST and the operating system such as Windows should start Turning Off To turn off the computer safely use the Shut Down command of your operating system NOTE There are other ways you can stop the computer so that you will be back to where you left off when you next turn on the computer See Stopping the Computer in Chapter 2 for information CAUTIONE If you have to turn the computer on again immediately after turning it off wait for at least five seconds Turning the computer off and on rapidly can damage it Getting Started 15 Taking a Look at the Computer This section identifies the external components of the computer and briefly describes the function of each component NOTE Depending on the model you purchased the appearance of your computer may not exactly be the same as those shown in this manual Right S ide Components Ref Component Description See Also PC Card Slot Accepts a PC card for additional functions P 4 6 2 RJ 11 Connects the telephone line P 2 19 Connector USB Ports Each of the two ports connects a USB device P 4 3 such as a USB floppy drive printer digital camera joystick and more RJ 45 Connects the LAN cable Includes a Link P 2 21 Connector Indicator and an Active Indicator DvVD Combo Accepts a compact disc CD for installing or P 2 15 DVD Dual loading software accessing data and playing Drive music video 16 Getting
30. abled The default setting is disabled CAUTION Set this item to disabled before installing an operating system running Fdisk of Format program Otherwise the intended action will fail Setup Configuration Utility SCU Boot Menu Boot Sequence Sets the first second third and fourth booting device The system will try to boot from the first device but if it is not available will try the next boot device If you set the first boot device to LAN Boot the system will boot from the LAN server first The options are Hard Disk Drive CD ROM Drive Floppy Disk Drive and LAN Boot The default setting is Floppy Disk Drive Hard Disk Drive CD ROM Drive then LAN Boot NOTE If you set all booting options to the same device then the computer will try to boot from that device only Setup Configuration Utility SCU 511 Exit Menu 512 Save Changes and Exit Saves the changes you have made and exit the SCU program Discard Changes and Exit Exits the SCU program without saving the changes you have made Get Default Values Loads factory default values for all the items Load Previous Values Restores previous values for all the items Setup Configuration Utility SCU CHAPTER Installing Software Drivers To take full advantage of the unique features of your computer some operating systems require custom software known as drivers to be installed If you purchased the computer with Windows pre installed
31. all these applications open and running and normally they all have to be closed before the system can be turned off When you use the hibernation feature you do not have to close the applications The computer stores the state of your computer to a file on the hard disk and then shut down The next time you turn on your computer you return to exactly where you left off Managing Power Power Saving Tips In addition to your computer s automatic power management you can do your part to maximize the battery s operating time by following these suggestions e Do not disable Power Management e Decrease the LCD brightness to the lowest comfortable level e Disable the serial port if no device is connected to this port See Advanced Menu in Chapter 5 e If you work with an application that uses the serial port or features wireless connectivity LAN WLAN modem GPS Bluetooth exit the application when you finish using it e Turn off the computer when you are not using it Managing Power 39 CHAPTER 4 Expanding Your Computer You can expand the capabilities of your computer by connecting other peripheral devices When using a device be sure to read the instructions accompanying the device together with the relevant section in this chapter This chapter gives guidelines on installing and using these devices e External monitor e USB device e Serial device e IR device e Video capture device Connecting an Ext
32. annel Your computer may be in an out of range situation Move your computer closer to the Access Point it is associated with Make sure that your computer is configured with the same security option encryption to the Access Point Use the Web Manager Telnet of the Access Point to check whether it is connected to the network Reconfigure and reset the Access Point I cannot access the network Make sure that the necessary driver s is correctly installed Make sure that the network configuration is appropriate Make sure that the user name or password is correct You have moved out of range of the network Turn off power management Modem Problems The modem does not work Make sure that the modem driver is correctly installed Make sure that the COM port in the communication software is correctly set Turn off power management Troubleshooting 811 Power Management Problems The computer does not enter Standby or Hibernation mode automatically If you have a connection to another computer the computer does not enter Standby or Hibernation mode if the connection is actively in use Make sure that the Standby or Hibernation time out is enabled The computer does not enter Standby or Hibernation mode immediately If the computer is performing an operation it normally waits for the operation to finish The computer does not resume from Standby or Hibernation mode The computer automatically enters Stand
33. another display device so that you have more desktop space to work on Power Management Polarizer touchscreen function option Transmissive and hi contrast LCD display option 13 3 inch Display 13 3 inch TFT Thin Film Transistor color LCD display with 1024x768 XGA eXtended Graphics Array resolution 64 MB integrated video memory Simultaneous display on LCD and external monitor which is useful when you have a presentation as you can control the screen from your computer and face the audience at the same time Dual view capability which allows you to expand your desktop on the screen to another display device so that you have more desktop space to work on Power Management Polarizer touchscreen function option Operating Y our Computer 2 17 NOTES e Before using the dual view capability the video driver supplied with your computer must be installed e System enters Standby Hibernation mode when the LCD is closed If you want to use the computer with the LCD closed set Do Nothing to the When I close the lid of my portable computer option in the Power Options Properties Thus the computer does not enter Standby or Hibernation mode when the LCD is closed Configuring the Display Modes NOTE To take advantage of the enhanced video capabilities the video driver supplied with your computer must be installed Your computer has been set to a default resolution and number of colors before shipment Yo
34. are correctly installed Make notes of your observations Are there any messages on the screen Do any indicators light Do you hear any beeps Detailed descriptions are useful to the service personnel when you need to consult one for assistance If any problem persists after you follow the instructions in this chapter contact an authorized dealer for help Troubleshooting Solving Common Problems For easy reference the problems are divided into these categories Problem Type Toe Ke Battery Problems P 8 4 Bluetooth Problems P 8 4 DVD Drive Problems P 8 4 Display Problems P 8 5 Fingerprint Recognition Problems P 8 7 Hardware Device Problems P 8 7 Hard Disk Drive Problems P 8 88 7 Infrared Problems P 8 8 Keyboard Mouse and Touchpad Problems P 8 98 8 LAN Problems P 8 9 WLAN Problems P 8 108 9 Modem Problems P 8 108 9 Power Management Problems P 8 128 4 Software Problems P 8 12 Sound Problems P 8 13 Startup Problems P 8 138 4 Other Problems P 8 148445 Troubleshooting 83 Battery Problems The battery does not charge Battery Charge indicator does not light amber Make sure that the AC adapter is properly connected Make sure that the battery is not too hot or cold Allow time for the battery pack to return to room temperature Make sure that the battery pack is installed correctly Make sure that the battery terminals are clean The operating time of a
35. ata Managing Power Power Management Your computer supports ACPI Advanced Configuration and Power Interface for power management The power management feature allows you to reduce the power consumption for energy saving With an ACPI compliant operating system such as Windows 2000 and Windows XP power supply to different computer components is controlled on an as needed basis This allows maximum power conservation and performance at the same time In general Windows power management works in this way What When Power to the hard disk is turned off When the hard disk has been idle for a set period Power to the display is turned off When the display has been idle for a set period The computer enters Standby mode When the entire system has been idle The hard disk and display are turned for a set period off and the entire system consumes When you press Fn F10 less power When you close the cover When you press the power button The computer enters Hibernation When you press the power button mode See the next subsection for x more information When you press Fn FQ When you close the cover depends on your settings in Windows For detailed information on power management see Windows Help Managing Power 37 Hibernation 38 Hibernation is a very useful feature People frequently open many applications when they use computers It takes some time to get
36. ated into customer equipment as an OEM modem There are two versions available an 800MHz version A band and a 900 MHz version B band Operating Y our Computer 2 25 2 26 The modem interfaces to the equipment s controller by using the data interface port The protocol supported over this link is a Native Control Language NCL Although the modem has embedded software it has built in application software All application software must be separately installed and run from the device to which the modem is connected Features The PRM240 Modem has the following features Serial communications interference port TTL level Indicator lights shown the status of the network coverage and power supply Four configurable digital Input outputlines for external control monitoring Software configurable RF calibration adjustments to suit specificnetworks High sensitivity reception Small footprint and low profile design Low voltage and low standaby current consumption for battery based products Auto wake up of host on incoming messages Roaming capabilities as used in DataTAC network Easy to install service and update FeaturesThe PRM240 modem is easily connected to many other devices and can be incorporated into a variety package formats The modem has a TTL serial port Operating Your Computer Using the GPS option Navigation and positioning are crucial to so many activities and yet t
37. by a plus sign press the first key and while keeping the first key down press the remaining keys finally release all the keys When necessary keys are also shown in graphics A title command setup item or button that you can see on the screen is shown in boldface A value or an option that you can select for a setup item is shown in italic For example Select Power Management set it to Enabled and then click the OK button CHAPTER I Getting Started Congratulations on purchasing this computer This high performance notebook computer is especially designed for the practical applications of warehouses automobiles vehicles public security repairing assisting the handicapped and other demanding situations where conventional notebook computers just cannot measure up This chapter first tells you step by step how to get the computer up and running You will find instructions for these procedures Unpacking Connecting to AC power Opening the cover Turning on the computer Turning off the computer Then you will find a section briefly introducing the external components of the computer And the last section navigates you to the information you may need after the computer is ready for use Getting the Computer Running This section guides you through the procedures for getting the computer ready for operation Unpacking After unpacking the shipping carton you should find these standard items e Notebo
38. by or Hibernation mode when the battery pack is empty Do any one of the following Connect the AC adapter to the computer Replace the empty battery pack with a fully charged one The computer does not enter Hibernation mode with the Fn F10 hot keys Make sure that the Hibernation function is specified for the sleep button Software Problems 612 An application program does not work correctly Make sure that the software is correctly installed If an error message appears on the screen consult the software program s documentation for further information If you are sure the operation has stop reset the computer See Resetting the Computer later in this chapter Troubleshooting Sound Problems No sound is produced e Make sure that the volume control is not set too low e Make sure that the audio driver is correctly installed e Make sure that the computer is not in Standby mode e If using an external speaker make sure that the speaker is properly connected Distorted sound is produced e Make sure that the volume control is not set too high or too low In most cases a high setting can cause the audio electronics to distort the sound The sound system does not record e Adjust the playback or recording sound levels The external microphone or audio device does not work e Make sure that the microphone is connected to the proper connector on the computer e Make sure that your computer i
39. channel elements Product against material defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of Three 3 Years from the date of shipment Motorola at its option will at no charge either repair the Product with new or reconditioned parts replace it with the same or equivalent Product using new or reconditioned Product or refund the purchase price of the product during the warranty period provided purchaser notifies Motorola according to the terms of this warranty Repaired or replaced Product is warranted for the balance of the original applicable warranty period All replaced parts of the Product shall become the property of Motorola This express limited warranty is extended by Motorola to the original end user purchaser purchasing the Product for purposes of leasing or for commercial industrial or governmental use only and is not assignable or transferable to any other party This is the complete warranty for the Product manufactured by Motorola Motorola assumes no obligations or liability for additions or modifications to this warranty unless made in writing and signed by an officer of Motorola Unless made in a separate written agreement between Motorola and the original end user purchaser Motorola does not warrant the installation maintenance or service of the Product Motorola cannot be responsible in any way for any ancillary equipment not furnished by Motorola which is attached to or used in c
40. chnology enables wireless connections between electronic devices A Bluetooth connection can be used to send files or to connect wirelessly to compatible devices using Bluetooth technology such as cellular phones and PDAs Since devices using Bluetooth technology communicate using radio waves your computer and the other devices do not need to be in direct line of sight Your computer and the other device only need to be within a maximum of 10 meters of each other although the connection can be subject to interference from obstructions such as walls or from other electronic devices Operating Y our Computer 2 29 CHAPTER 3 Managing Power Your computer operates either on external AC power or internal battery power This chapter tells you how you can effectively manage power To maintain optimal battery performance it is important that you use the battery in the proper way The topics in this chapter include What is an AC adapter How to charge the battery pack When and how to initialize the battery pack How to check the battery level How to replace the battery pack What happens when the battery is low and what actions to take What is Power Management How to save power AC Adapter CAUTION e The AC adapter is designed for use with your computer only Connecting the AC adapter to another device can damage the adapter e The AC power cord supplied with your computer is for use in the country where you purchased your co
41. cified to be an industry standard extension to the PC architecture It supports Plug and Play technology so you can install and remove USB devices without turning off the computer With its multiple connection capability up to 127 devices can be connected in a daisy chain configuration In addition you can use a USB hub that converts a single USB connector into multiple ports where USB devices can be connected To connect a USB device simply plug the device cable into one of the USB ports with the USB converging arrows symbol facing up Expanding Your Computer 4 3 Connecting a Serial Device Your computer has a serial port for connecting a serial device such as an external modem Follow this procedure to connect a serial device 1 Make sure the COM1 Settings item is set properly in the SCU program See Advanced Menu in Chapter 5 for information 2 Plug the device cable to the serial port on the rear of the computer 3 Turn on the computer NOTE P ortable modems that derive power through the serial port cannot be used with the computer Instead use a modem that is powered by its own internal battery or external AC power 4 4 Expanding Y our Computer Connecting an IR Device Your computer has an IR infrared port for connecting an infrared equipped device wirelessly such as another computer printer or PDA Personal Digital Assistant Follow this procedure to connect an IR device 1
42. d This option directs the wireless adapter to connect to an access point using a specific MAC address 48 bit 12 exadecimal digits for example 00 06 25 0E 9D 84 Close page Displays the help information for this page Close Close p Help Displays the help information for this page To take advantage of the WLAN feature make sure that the WLAN driver is installed correctly See Chapter 6 for more information If your Operating Y our Computer 2 23 WLAN card was provided by your dealer instead of the computer manufacturer contact your dealer for the correct driver to use It takes approximately 30 seconds for your computer to make a successful WLAN connection and approximately 10 seconds to disconnect NOTE The FAA Federal Aviation Agency has deemed it unsafe to operate wireless devices in aircraft as this may interfere with flight safety Remember to select turn off wireless LAN when using your computer in the airplane Connecting to a Wireless Network Need to show Intel Proset not Windows 1 Double click the Wireless Network Connection icon located on your Windows system tray If any wireless network is detected the following window appears on screen Wireless Network Connection Network Tasks Refresh network list 2 Set up a wireless network For a home or office Related Tasks J Learn about wireless networking fe Change the order of preferred networks Je Change adva
43. dard will appear a calibration screen See Fig2 6 14 Installing Software Drivers PenMonunt Control Panel Calibrate Multiple Monitors Option Tools About Test by drarwing on Draw the touch screen Right Click Tool Place right click tool on the desktop Pen Stabilizer Automatic Rotation Detection Figl Installing Software Drivers 615 Please touch the blue point by PenMount USB Fig2 3 If the Graphics Controller setting Extended Desktop and Primary Device is Monitor the Touch Screen setting you need to select Multiple Monitor Support gt Map Touch Screens See Fig1 6 16 Installing Software Drivers PenMount Control Panel Calibrate Multiple Monitors Option Tools About MV Multiple Monitor Support Figl PS If your O S shutdown and docking un dock and then enter system please re Calibration your panel Please touch the blue point by Pen Mount USS Installing Software Drivers 6 18 Installing Software Drivers CHAPTER 7 Caring for the Computer Taking good care of your computer will ensure a trouble free operation and reduce the risk of damage to your computer This chapter gives you guidelines covering these areas of maintenance How to protect the computer What to note when using and storing the computer How to clean the computer What to note when using the battery pack What to note when traveling with the compu
44. device of the computer Show the current status of the computer s devices DVD Combo DVD Dual drive in use indicator Blinks amber orange when the battery is almost completely discharged Battery charge indicator Glows green when the battery is fully charged and connected to AC power Glows amber orange when the battery is being charged Touchpad indicator Glows red when the touchpad is disabled Can be enabled disabled using the hot keys Fn FZ AC in and HDD heater on indicator Glows green when the computer is connected to AC power Blinks red when the hard disk heater is on See Also P 1 3 P 2 13 P 2 6 P 2 4 P 2 4 P 2 17 P 2 17 P 2 9 P 2 14 P 3 3 P 3 3 P 2 9 113 Where to Go from Here As your computer is ready for operation you may want to do any of the following now For this purpose Do this To know more about the computer Go on to the next chapter To install the operating system if your See the operating system manual dealer has not already done so To know more about the operating Read the operating system manual system To install the drivers if your dealer has See Chapter 6 not already done so To set a power on password See Security Menu in Chapter 5 To charge the battery pack for the first See Charging the Battery Pack in time Chapter 3 1 14 Getting Started CHAPTER 2 Operating Your Computer T
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46. e of a battery pack is much less than expected Initializing is the process of fully charging discharging and then charging It can take several hours 1 Make sure the computer power is turned off Connect the AC adapter to fully charge the battery pack 2 After the battery pack is fully charged turn on the computer 3 Disconnect the AC adapter and leave the computer on until the battery is fully discharged The computer will shut down automatically 4 Connect the AC adapter to fully charge the battery pack Checking the Battery Level NOTE Any battery level indication is an estimated result The actual operating time can be different from the estimated time depending on how you are using the computer You can check the approximate battery level using the battery meter function of the operating system To read the battery level in Windows click the icon on the taskbar Click the ya icon if the computer is using AC power 34 Managing Power Replacing the Battery Pack CAUTION e There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced Replace the battery only with the computer manufacturer s optional battery packs Discard used batteries according to the dealer s instructions e Donotattempt to disassemble the battery pack If you often rely on battery power for a long period of time while traveling you may consider the purchase of an additional battery pack from your dealer and keep it with you in
47. e to the computer Keep the computer at least 13 cm 5 inches away from electrical appliances that can generate a strong magnetic field such as a TV refrigerator motor or a large audio speaker Do not move the computer abruptly from a cold to a warm place A temperature difference of more than 10 C 18 F will cause condensation inside the unit which may damage the storage media Do not place the computer on an unsteady surface General Guidelines Do not place heavy objects on top of the computer as this may damage the display The screen surface is easily scratched Do not use paper towels to clean the display Avoid touching it with a ballpoint pen or pencil To maximize the life of the backlight in the display allow the backlight to automatically turn off as a result of power management Avoid using a screen saver or other software that prevents the power management from working Caring for the Computer 7 3 Cleaning Guidelines Never clean the computer with its power on Use a soft cloth moistened with water or a non alkaline detergent to wipe the exterior of the computer Gently wipe the display with a soft lint free cloth Do not use alcohol or detergent on the display Dust on the IR Bluetooth port can interfere with data transfer Wipe the port with a soft dry cloth Dust or grease on the touchscreen can affect its sensitivity Clean the touchscreen by using adhesive tape to remove the dust and grease on
48. eception 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 receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Please note The use of a non shielded interface cable with this equipment is prohibited Wireless LAN Module Statement FCC CAUTION This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation FCC RF Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC RF exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator and your body To assure continued compliance any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate this equipment Canada Canadian Department of
49. er a credit for the Product or its parts as depredated and accept its return The depreciation will be an equal amount per year over the lifetime of the product or its parts as established by Motorola Motorola will have no liability with respect to any claim of patent infringement which is based upon the combination of the Product or its parts furnished hereunder with software apparatus or devices not furnished by Motorola nor will Motorola have any liability for the use of ancillary equipment or software not furnished by Motorola which is attached to or used in connection with the Product The foregoing states the entire liability of Motorola with respect to infringement of patents by the Product or any of its parts thereof About the Battery Caution Texts Concerning Lithium Batteries DANISH ADVARSEL Lithiumbatteri Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig h ndtering Udskiftning ma kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type Lev r det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandgren NORWEGIAN ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner SWEDISH VARNING Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte Anv nd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren Kassera anv nt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion FINNISH VAROITUS Paristo voi r j
50. ernal Monitor 4 2 If you want the benefits of a larger display screen with higher resolution you can connect an external CRT monitor that supports the DVI interface to your computer Follow this procedure to connect an external monitor 1 Make sure that the computer is not turned on 2 Plug the monitor s signal connector to the computer s DVI I port ss 3 Plug one end of the monitor s power cord into the power socket on the monitor and the other end to an electrical outlet 4 To use the monitor turn on the monitor before turning on the computer 5 The monitor should respond by default If not you can switch the display to the monitor or to both simultaneous display or to multi display by pressing Fn F9 In Windows you can also change the display through the settings in Display Properties 6 You can change display settings through your operating system See your operating system documentation or online help for specific information CAUTION Do not disconnect the external monitor while the computer is in Standby mode or Hibernation mode If no external monitor is connected when the computer resumes the LCD remains blank and the output is not displayed Expanding Y our Computer Connecting a USB Device Your computer has two USB ports that supports transfer rates up to 12 MB s for USB 1 1 devices and 480 MB s for USB 2 0 devices such as digital camera scanner printer modem and mouse USB is spe
51. ers and or integrated radios in the area where you drive When using your laptop and or radio while driving please e Give full attention to driving and to the road e Pull off the road and park before using the equipment if driving conditions so require Operational Warnings For Vehicles with an Air Bag Do not place a ruggedized laptop in the area over an air bag or in the air bag deployment area Air bags inflate with great force If a ruggedized laptop is placed in the air bag deployment area and the air bag inflates the laptop may be propelled with great force and cause serious injury to occupants of the vehicle Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Turn off your ruggedized laptop prior to entering any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere Do not remove install or charge batteries in such areas Sparks in a potentially explosive atmosphere can cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death The areas with potentially explosive atmospheres referred to above include fuelling areas such as below decks on boats fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities areas where the air contains chemicals or particles such as grain dust or metal powders Areas with potentially explosive atmospheres are often but not always posted Blasting Caps and Areas To avoid possible interference with blasting operations turn off your ruggedized laptop when you are near electrical blasting caps in a blasting area or i
52. evice intel ne Display Clone Monitor X Launch Zoom 3D Settings Information Video Overlay Cancel Installing Software Drivers 67 2 When you use Windows Media Player to play a video file the screen many flashes ina very short time This behavior can occur if there are problem with video To resolve the issue you could set the configuration in Windows Media Player use the following steps Step 1 In Windows Media Player SLECT Tools gt Options on menu Step 2 SELECT Performance gt Click Advanced Medalivay Phapms Privacy Secunty File Type a ee ee a Cordapen Marre perloemaner nection cowed C Detect connection speed recommended O Choose commection speed Networh hadler er datn buffering recomenaeded Optte seconds of content Video acceler atio None Ful lt d Ful video acceler ater recommnersied 68 Netwrort Installing Software Drivers 3 CANCEL Use overlays gt Click OK Video Acceleration Settings Pa ae Customize video acceleration settings Digital Video Small G Large Video Acceleration Use video mixing renderer C Enable full screen mode switch Display full screen controls x Use Video Smoothing Legacy video renderer Use YUV Flipping Use RGB Flipping Use Primary Surfaces Step 4 Close the Windows Media Player and then restart the Windows Media Player 1 Panel Calibration Standard Calibration The Standard Ca
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54. ftware and all related material and documentation have been destroyed Section 8 MAINTENANCE Motorola shall not be responsible for maintenance or field service of the Software under this Agreement Section 9 NO WARRANTY MOTOROLA DOES NOT WARRANT THAT THE SOFTWARE WILL MEET YOUR REQUIREMENTS OR THAT THE OPERATION OF THE SOFTWARE WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED OR ERROR FREE MOTOROLA DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Section 10 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY MOTOROLA S TOTAL LIABILITY UNDER THIS AGREEMENT FOR DAMAGES SHALL NOT EXCEED THE TOTAL AMOUNT PAID BY YOU FOR THE SOFTWARE UNDER THIS AGREEMENT IN NO EVENT WILL MOTOROLA BE LIABLE FOR INCIDENTAL CONSEQUENTIAL INDIRECT SPECIAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES Section 11 U S GOVERNMENT If You are a unit or agent of the U S Government You acknowledge Motorola s representation that the Software represents Commercial Computer Software and that the Government s use of the Software shall be subject to Restricted Rights as provided in DFARS 252 227 7013 c 1 ii or FAR 52 227 19 Section 12 GOVERNING LAW This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the United States of America to the extent that they apply and otherwise by the laws of the State of Illinois Section 13 ASSIGNMENT This Agreement may not be assigned or otherwise transferred by You Section 14 SURVIVAL OF PR
55. g technology enables users to wirelessly access critical broadband applications seamlessly anytime and anywhere Whether utilizing predeployed infrastructure or an instant adhoc broadband network formed with other users Motorola s MESH networking technology delivers real time data to detect prevent and respond Key features of MESH include Advanced Encryption Standard AES Support for Wi Fi Clients Layer 2 Multicast Support Network Time Protocol NTP Support Differentiated Services using IP quality of Service QoS Support Over the Air Software upgrade Support MAC Access Control lists Web HTTP based management interface SNMP agent for remote management Firmware Upgrades via TFTP Using the Bluetooth option NOTE To take advantage of the Bluetooth feature the Bluetooth driver supplied with your computer must be installed Your computer is compliant with Bluetooth Class 1 To ensure interoperability between other devices supporting Bluetooth technology 2 28 Operating Your Computer check with the manufacturers of other devices to determine their compatibility with your computer NOTES e There may be restrictions on using Bluetooth technology in some locations Check with your local authorities or service provider e Features using Bluetooth technology or allowing such features to run in the background while using other features increase the demand on battery power and reduces the battery life Bluetooth te
56. ger mode In any case once the temperature of battery pack reach to 75 C 167 F the battery pack will cut off the output and input MOSFET immediately the means is battery stop the charge and discharge If this happens the battery pack may be damaged Please contact your dealer e During charging do not disconnect the AC adapter before the battery has been fully charged otherwise you will get a prematurely charged battery To charge the battery pack connect the AC adapter to the computer and an electrical outlet Battery status indicator EH will light amber when battery is charging and light green when battery is charged full Battery low indicator will blink amber when battery capacity is below 10 percentages It takes approximately 180 minutes 3 hours to charge the battery pack when the computer is off and 240 minutes 4 hours to fully charge the battery pack when the computer is on CAUTION After the computer has been fully recharged do not immediately disconnect and reconnect the AC adapter to charge it again Doing so may damage the battery Managing Power 33 NOTE The battery level may automatically lessen due to the self discharge process 0 21 per day even when the battery pack is fully charged 100 This happens no matter if the battery pack is installed in the computer Initializing the Battery Pack You need to initialize a new battery pack before using it for the first time or when the actual operating tim
57. ggage e Allow extra time for airport security Many airports inspect electronic devices carefully e When going through airport security it is recommended that you send the computer and USB disks through the X ray machine the device you set your bags on Avoid the magnetic detector the device you walk through or the magnetic wand the hand held device used by security personnel e If you plan to travel abroad with your computer consult your dealer for the appropriate AC power cord for use in your country of destination Caring for the Computer 7 5 CHAPTER Troubleshooting Hardware software or a combination of both can cause computer problems When you encounter any problem it might be a typical problem that can easily be solved This chapter tells you what actions to take when solving common computer problems It is divided into three sections e Preliminary checklist e Solving common problems e Resetting the computer Preliminary Checklist 82 Here are helpful hints to follow before you take further actions when you encounter any problem Try to isolate which part of the computer is causing the problem Make sure that you turn on all peripheral devices before turning on the computer If an external device has a problem make sure that the cable connections are correct and secure Make sure that the configuration information is properly set in the SCU program Make sure that all the device drivers
58. he process has always been quite cumbersome To try to figure out where you are and where you are going you need GPS technology The Global Positioning System GPS is a worldwide radio navigation system formed from a constellation of 24 satellites and their ground stations GPS uses these man made stars as reference points to calculate positions accurate to a matter of meters In fact with advanced forms of GPS you can make measurements to better than a centimeter In a sense it is like giving every square meter on the planet a unique address Here s how GPS works in five logical steps e The basis of GPS is triangulation from satellites e To triangulate a GPS receiver measures distance using the travel time of radio signals e To measure travel time GPS needs very accurate timing that it achieves with some tricks e Along with distance you need to know exactly where the satellites are in space High orbits and careful monitoring are the secret e Finally you must correct for any delays the signal experiences as it travels through the atmosphere Five broad categories of GPS application e Location determining a basic position e Navigation getting from one location to another e Tracking monitoring the movement of people and things e Mapping creating maps of the world Timing bringing precise timing to the world Operating Y our Computer 2 27 Using the MESH Modem option Motorola s MESH networkin
59. his chapter provides information about the use of the computer If you are new to computers reading this chapter will help you learn the operating basics If you are already a computer user but are new to notebook computers you may choose to read only the parts containing information unique to your computer Described in this chapter are the operating basics of these components Keyboard Touchpad Touchscreen Hard disk drive DVD Combo DVD Dual drive And these features Starting and stopping the computer Video features Audio features Communication features Starting and Stopping the Computer There are a number of ways to start and stop the computer Starting the Computer You always start the computer using the power button A computer starts up with an operating system OS existing on the storage device such as the hard disk or from a CD if you have the respective modules installed The computer will automatically load the OS after you turn it on This process is called booting NOTE An operating system is the platform for all your software application programs to run on The most widely used operating system today is Microsoft Windows Stopping the Computer When you finish a working session you can stop the computer by turning off the power or leaving the computer in Standby or Hibernation mode To stop in Do this To start up or this mode resume again Off Follow the shutdown procedure of your P
60. ht jos se on virheellisesti asennettu Vaihda paristo ainoastaan valmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin H vit k ytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti ENGLISH CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer Discard used batteries according to manufacturer s instructions DEUTSCH VORSICHT Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgem em Austausch der Batterie Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einen vom Hersteller empfohlenen gleich wertigen Typ Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers FRENCH ATTENTION II y a danger d explosion s il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du m me type ou d un type quivalent recommand par le constructeur Mettre au rebut les batteries usag es conform ment aux instructions du fabricant Attention for USA Users The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery The battery is recyclable At the end of its useful life under various state and local laws it may be illegal to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream Check with your local solid waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal About the Modem Caution 1 Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm 2 Never install telephone jacks in wet locations unless the jack is specifica
61. icons imprinted on the keytop The hot keys are described next Key Description F1 Switches the optional keyboard backlight function on off with n 10 levels of brightness in between US E F3 o Decreases the sound volume n ad E Fe J Increases the sound volume n a YS F5 a Decreases the LCD brightness F6 y Increases the LCD brightness F7 Switches the touchpad on and off F8 Switches LCD off and on Operating Y our Computer 2 7 2 8 F9 Fn ol Key m Description Switches the display output to one of the following when an external device is connected Upon booting the system with CRT m LCD LCD amp CRT DOO oer aea i Upon booting the system with DVI m LCD LCD amp DVI S sd NOTES e When in full screen DOS mode or when playing DVD or MPEG file display switching is not allowed e Ifthe display mode is set to 256 colors or lower or in DOS mode there will be only two modes for selecting CRT only and LCD amp CRT e This function only applies to Plug amp Play CRT monitors Serves as the sleep button that you can define with Windows Power Management See the Power Management in Chapter 3 Switches the LCD backlight on and off Switches the optional GPS function on and off Operating Your Computer Using the Touchpad CAUTI
62. imal radio performance Motorola has designed the ML900 with an intended purpose and position of use either in a secured vehicle docking station or on the top of an office desk Motorola strongly recommends using this product in a vehicle only when it is physically secured in a lock or assured stationary location as failure to do so may cause the product to cause harm in accidents or other conditions Product Safety and RF Exposure Information A Caution BEFORE USING THIS RUGGEDIZED LAPTOP READ THIS SECTION WHICH CONTAINS IMPORTANT OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USAGE AND RF ENERGY AWARENESS AND CONTROL INFORMATION FOR COMPLIANCE WITH RF ENERGY EXPOSURE LIMITS IN APPLICABLE NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS Compliance with RF Energy Exposure Standards Note This ruggedized laptop is intended for general population consumer or similar use where users are not necessarily aware of the potential for exposure and may not exercise control over their exposure This product safety section includes useful information about RF exposure and helpful instructions on how to control your RF exposures For additional information on exposure requirements or other training information visit http www motorola com rfhealth Electromagnetic Interference Compatibility NOTE Nearly every electronic device is susceptible to electromagnetic interference EMI if inadequately shielded designed or otherwise configured for electromagnetic
63. items or settings on your computer may differ e The Setup program may have been updated after the publication of this manual e The settings you select in your operating system might override similar settings in Setup To run SCU press F2 when the prompt appears in the lower left corner of the screen during system startup The prompt shows up on the screen for only a few seconds You must press F2 quickly The SCU menu appears as shown next 52 Setup Configuration Utility SCU Moving Around and Making Selections A brief description of keyboard usage is listed next Key Function as Selects a menu title To 1 Selects an item or option 2 Brings up down the value Enter 1 Brings up the sub menu when available 2 Opens or closes the options window when an item is selected Tab Jumps from one item to another Esc 1 Exits the SCU program 2 Returns to the previous menu if in a sub menu 3 Closes the options window if one is open Setup Configuration Utility SCU 53 Main Menu Date and Time Sets the system time Hour Minute Second and date Month Day Year 54 Setup Configuration Utility SCU Internal Numlock Sets if you can enter a number when Num Lock is turned off When this item is enabled you can press and hold Fn and then press a letter key to enter a number even if Num Lock is turned off When this item is disabled you cannot enter a number with the above method A check mark
64. ject to the Conditions Of Use set forth in Section 2 below and the terms and conditions of this Agreement 2 1 2 2 2 3 2 4 Section 2 CONDITIONS OF USE Use of the Software outside of the conditions set forth herein is strictly prohibited and will be deemed a breach of this Agreement You shall use the Software i only for Your internal business purposes ii only as described in the Software or product documentation and iii in strict accordance with this Agreement You shall not transfer download copy distribute sublicense modify adapt merge with other software reverse engineer prepare derivative works of de compile or disassemble any Software for any reason You shall not remove destroy or alter any proprietary markings or legends placed upon or contained within the Software related materials or documentation vil 2 5 You shall not export re export resell ship or divert or cause to be exported re exported resold shipped or diverted directly or indirectly the Software under this Agreement Section 3 TITLE AND OWNERSHIP Title to all copies of Software will not pass to You at any time and remains vested exclusively in Motorola or the copyright owner Motorola or the copyright owner owns and retains all of its proprietary rights in any form concerning the Software including all rights in patents patent applications inventions copyrights trade secrets trademarks trade names and other intellect
65. libration function lets you match the touch screen to your display so that the point you touch is accurately tracked on screen Standard calibration only requires four points for calibration and one point for confirmation Under normal circumstances Standard Calibration is all you need to perform an accurate calibration Advanced Calibration The Advanced Calibration function improves the accuracy of calibration by using more involved engineering calculations Use this function only if you have tried the Standard Calibration and there is still a discrepancy in the way the touch screen maps to the display You can choose 4 9 16 or 25 points to calibrate though we suggest that you first try 9 points if it is still not tracking well then try 16 or 25 points The more points you use for calibration the Installing Software Drivers 69 greater the accuracy Errors in calibration may occur due to viewing angle or individual skill and there may be little difference in using 16 or 25 points Note that a stylus is recommended for the most accurate results If there is distortion problem in your touch panel please use the Advance Calibration function Standard Calibration is basic calibration function and cannot correct touch panel distortion problems Advance Calibration improves touch panel distortions due to its high precision technology PenMount Control Panel Calibrate Multiple Monitors Option Tools About Advanced Mode
66. lick on the icon located on your Windows system tray The main menu appears The following program options are available e Enroll allows the sensor IC to acquire fingerprint images process it into the essential template data and then insert it into the database together with an associated User ID and other optional information e Identify is used to compare the finger presented to the sensor against all of the other fingerprints currently entered in the database known as one to many search e Validate ID is used to perform a one to one verification to ascertain if the person whose finger is placed on the sensor is in fact the same as the person enrolled under a particular User ID e Data Capture a viewing facility that is used to display or capture a continuous series of real time images of a fingerprint e Database is used to review delete and otherwise manage the contents of the database NOTE For an online Help information on using the application click on Help located on the menu bar then Amare User s Guide A Readme txt file is also located on your driver CD for late breaking news known bugs work arounds and other additions deletions or discrepancies in the application program Fingerprint Recognition System B 3
67. lly designed for wet locations 3 Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has been disconnected at the network interface 4 Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines 5 Avoid using the telephone function other than a cordless type during an electrical storm There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning 6 Do not use the telephone function to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak 7 Do not use this product near water for example near a bathtub wash bowl kitchen sink or laundry tub in a wet basement or near a swimming pool About the AC Adapter 1 Use only the AC adapter supplied with your computer Use of another type of AC adapter will result in malfunction and or danger 2 Do not use the adapter in a high moisture environment Never touch the adapter when your hands or feet are wet 3 Allow adequate ventilation around the adapter when using it to operate the device or charge the battery Do not cover the AC adapter with paper or other objects that will reduce cooling Do not use the AC adapter while it is inside a carrying case 4 Connect the adapter to a proper power source The voltage requirements are found on the product case and or packaging 5 Do not use the adapter if the cord becomes damaged 6 Do not attempt to service the unit There are no serviceable parts inside Replace the unit if it is damaged or exposed to excess moisture
68. lp for specific information Operating Y our Computer 2 19 Connecting Audio Devices 2 20 For higher audio quality you can send or receive sound through external audio devices Microphone Connector A can be connected to an external microphone for recording voice or sound Audio Output Connector can be connected to the line in connector of powered speakers with built in amplifiers headphones or earphone set NOTE When using external speakers headphones or microphone you cannot use the internal one Operating Your Computer Using the Communication Features Using the LAN NOTE for Windows 2000 To take advantage of the LAN feature the LAN driver supplied with your computer must be installed The internal 10 100Base T Ethernet LAN Local Area Network module allows you to connect your computer to a network It supports data transfer rate up to 100 Mbps To connect the network cable to the LAN module connect one end of the LAN cable to the RJ 45 connector on the computer and the other end to the network hub Link Indicator Glows green when the system has an available connection to LAN Active Indicator Blinks green when the system is accessing the LAN Link indicator Active indicator Operating Y our Computer 2 21 Using the Wireless LAN option 2 22 Depending on your model an internal Mini PCI wireless LAN WLAN card may have been pre installed by your c
69. m left Getting Started fan to protect it from overheating Do not cover or block the ventilation openings for air circulation thus preventing overheating Supplies power to your computer when external P 3 3 power is not connected Connects additional wireless modem GPRS GSM or iDEN Inside is the Mini PCI slot for using an optional Mini PCI card Contains the hard disk drive of your computer P 2 13 Contains the memory slot for expanding the P 4 8 memory size of your computer 1 11 Top open Components Ref Component Description See Also Fingerprint Contains the fingerprint sensor P B 1 Scanner Keyboard Serves as the data input device of the computer P 2 4 Power Button Turns the computer power ON and OFF P 1 5 12 Getting Started Ref Component Device Indicators PI EP CO lt t LCD Screen Light Sensor Touchpad Device Indicators O EA Getting Started Description Show the current status of the computer s devices Power on Standby mode indicator Hard disk drive in use indicator Num Lock indicator Caps Lock indicator Scroll Lock indicator Displays the output of the computer Automatic light sensor for dimming the display s backlight Will function only if your system comes with the optional sunlight readable transflective LCD display and or keyboard with optional backlight function Serves as the pointing
70. mputer If you plan to go overseas with the computer consult your dealer for the appropriate power cord e When you disconnect the AC adapter disconnect from the electrical outlet first and then from the computer A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or computer e When unplugging the connector always hold the plug head Never pull on the cord The AC adapter serves as a converter from AC Alternating Current to DC Direct Current power because your computer runs on DC power but an electrical outlet usually provides AC power It also charges the battery pack when connected to AC power The AC adapter operates on any voltage in the range of 100 240 V AC 32 Managing Power Battery Pack The battery pack is the internal power source for the computer It is rechargeable using the AC adapter The operating time of a fully charged battery pack depends on how you are using the computer When your applications often access peripherals you will experience a shorter operating time In low temperature environments the user is recommended to turn on the system using AC power NOTE Care and maintenance information for the battery is provided in the Battery Pack Guidelines section in Chapter 7 Charging the Battery Pack NOTES e Charging will not start if the battery s temperature is below 5 C 23 F or above 46 C 115 F e The thermal protection of battery pack is 75 C 167 F for both Charge and dischar
71. n driver OTHER DRIVER amp SOFTWARE INSTALL I OUSUS en USB TO LAN SpeedStep GPS Click on the GPS button to on installing the GPS DRIVER Installing Software Drivers 65 Install Touch Screen Driver for Windows 2000 Windows XP 1 After the system has finished rebooting click on the PenMount Monitor icon located on the taskbar to bring up the PenMount Control Panel 2 Select the Standard Calibration folder and click on OK button When the PENMOUNT Control Panel dialog box appears click on the Calibrate folder and click on the Standard Calibration button E PenMount Control Panel Calibrate Draw About Advanced Mode E M Plot calibration data Standard Calibration Advanced Calibration 3 If you need 4 9 16 25 dot of the calibrate we suggest select Advanced Calibration button to calibrate 4 Click on the four sides points and the plus sign on the screen to calibrate your PENMOUNT pen for use on the computer 66 Installing Software Drivers NOTE 1 If you play game with CRT or DVI monitor please select Twin to display the screen Inter Extreme r Graphics 2 Notebook and Monitor Scheme Options for mobile Display Devices Single Display Monitor Notebook Display Settings Multiple Display Color Correction as Primary Device Hot Keys Extended Notebook O Desktop Intel R Dual Secondary D
72. n areas posted Turn off two way radio Obey all signs and instructions Operational Cautions Antennas Do not use the integrated radios of any ruggedized laptop that has a damaged antenna If a damaged antenna comes into contact with your skin a minor burn can result Batteries All batteries can cause property damage and or bodily injury such as burns if conductive materials such as jewelry keys or beaded chains touch exposed terminals The conductive material may complete an electrical circuit short circuit and become quite hot Exercise care in handling any charged battery particularly when placing it inside a pocket purse or other container with metal objects LICENSE AGREEMENT MOTOROLA INC MOTOROLA IS WILLING TO LICENSE THE SOFTWARE EMBEDDED IN THE ENCLOSED PRODUCT THE SOFTWARE TO YOU ONLY ON THE CONDITION THAT YOU ACCEPT ALL OF THE TERMS CONTAINED IN THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT AGREEMENT PLEASE READ THE TERMS CAREFULLY YOUR USE OF THE PRODUCT WITH THE EMBEDDED SOFTWARE WILL INDICATE YOUR ASSENT TO THEM IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS THEN MOTOROLA IS UNWILLING TO LICENSE THE SOFTWARE TO YOU IN WHICH EVENT YOU SHOULD NOT USE THE PRODUCT WITH THE EMBEDDED SOFTWARE AND YOU SHOULD RETURN IT TO THE PLACE FROM WHICH IT WAS ACQUIRED AND YOUR MONEY WILL BE REFUNDED Section 1 GRANT OF LICENSE Motorola hereby grants to You a personal non exclusive non transferable right to use the Software sub
73. n is all you need to perform an accurate calibration Installing Software Drivers Advanced Calibration The Advanced Calibration function improves the accuracy of calibration by using more involved engineering calculations Use this function only if you have tried the Standard Calibration and there is still a discrepancy in the way the touch screen maps to the display You can choose 4 9 16 or 25 points to calibrate though we suggest that you first try 9 points if it is still not tracking well then try 16 or 25 points The more points you use for calibration the greater the accuracy Errors in calibration may occur due to viewing angle or individual skill and there may be little difference in using 16 or 25 points Note that a stylus is recommended for the most accurate results If there is distortion problem in your touch panel please use the Advance Calibration function Standard Calibration is basic calibration function and cannot correct touch panel distortion problems Advance Calibration improves touch panel distortions due to its high precision technology Installing Software Drivers 6 13 PenMount Control Panel Calibrate Multiple Monitors Option Tools About Advanced Mode 3 7 Plot calibration data Advanced Calibration 2 Please cancel the function Automatic Rotation Detection See Fig1 Because use the function key Fn F9 CRT LCD Simulscan toggle system stan
74. nced settings Choose a wireless network Click an item in the list below to connect to a wireless network in range or to get more information 5 z sre E Unsecured wireless network Roger Unsecured wireless network 2 Select a wireless network to connect to by clicking on a selection then click on Connect 2 24 Operating Your Computer 3 Depending on the settings you may be asked to enter a WEP key refer to your Windows online help for more information on setting a wireless network connection Using the Modem NOTE To take advantage of the modem feature the modem driver supplied with your computer must be installed The internal 56 K fax data modem allows you to use the telephone line to communicate with others by fax email or connect to an online service or bulletin board To connect the telephone line to the modem connect one end of the modem cable to the RJ 11 connector on the computer and the other end to the phone line NOTES e When using communication software you may have to disable power management e Setthe COM port of the modem to COM3 e Setparameters such as modem speed baud rate and line type pulse dialing or tone dialing e Do notenter Standby mode when using communication software Using the Wireless Modem PRM 240 option The PRM240 is a radio modem intended for use on Motorola s Private DataTAC data communications network It is primarily designed to be integr
75. ng from use of the Product in other than its normal and customary manner B Defects or damage from misuse accident water or neglect C Defects or damage from improper testing operation maintenance installation alteration modification or adjustment D Breakage or damage to antennas unless caused directly by defects in material workmanship E A Product subjected to unauthorized Product modifications disassemblies or repairs including without limitation the addition to the Product of non Motorola supplied equipment which adversely affect performance of the Product or interfere with Motorola s normal warranty inspection and testing of the Product to verify any warranty claim F Product which has had the serial number removed or made illegible G Accessories including batteries carry their own separate limited One 1 year warranty H Freight costs to the repair depot I A Product which due to illegal or unauthorized alteration of the software firmware in the Product does not function in accordance with Motorola s published specifications or with the FCC type acceptance labeling in effect for the Product at the time the Product was initially distributed from Motorola J Scratches or other cosmetic damage to Product surfaces that do not affect the operation of the Product K That the software in the product will meet the purchaser s requirements or that the operation of the software will be uninterrupted
76. o 8 chapters and 3 appendices Chapter 1 Getting Started takes you through the process of setting up the computer and identifying its external components Chapter 2 Operating Your Computer tells you how to use the computer s components and features Chapter 3 Managing Power provides information on power Chapter 4 Expanding Your Computer provides information on installing and using peripheral devices Chapter 5 SCU Setup Configuration Utility describes the SCU program that configures the computer s BIOS settings Chapter 6 Installing Software Drivers describes how to install the drivers and utilities supplied with the computer Chapter 7 Caring for the Computer gives you tips in care and maintenance Chapter 8 Troubleshooting gives solutions to common problems you may encounter when using the computer Appendix A Specifications gives a brief specification of the computer Appendix B Fingerprint Recognition System provides information on using the system s fingerprint recognition system Notational Conventions Throughout this manual the following conventions are used to distinguish elements of text NOTE identifies additional information that requires special attention CAUTION identifies important information which if not followed may result in loss of data or damage to the computer Keyboard keys are shown in a bold typeset For example Press Enterto complete When keys are joined
77. object will drop into the new location Scroll To scroll is to move up and down or left and right in the working area on the screen To move vertically place your finger on the right edge of the touchscreen and slide your finger up and down along the edge To move horizontally place your finger on the bottom edge of the touchscreen and slide your finger left and right This function works only after you install the touchscreen driver supplied with the computer and it may not work for all applications 2 12 Operating Your Computer Using the Hard Disk Drive Your computer comes with a hard disk drive as drive C A hard disk drive is a storage device with non removable rotating magnetic storage platters inside it It is where your operating system and application software programs are stored Your hard disk drive is a 2 5 inch IDE Integrated Drive Electronics hard disk drive This type of drive embodies the latest in fast reliable mass storage by integrating all the control circuitry necessary for operation directly onto the drive itself This allows the drive manufacturer to carefully optimize drive performance AC in HDD heater on indicator The system comes with a built in heater that automatically turns on for low temperature operation The AC in HDD heater on indicator blinks red when heater is on In low temperature environments the user is recommended to operate the system using AC power to conserve battery life
78. ok computer e Accessories AC adapter 100 240 VAC 50 60 Hz AC power cord US CE UK SA Battery RGB to DVI Adapter CD including Drivers and User Manual Windows XP Operating System CD Inspect all the items If any item is damaged or missing notify your dealer immediately Keep the shipping carton and packing materials in case you need to ship or store the computer in the future Connecting to AC Power The computer operates either on the external AC power or internal battery power It is suggested that you use AC power when you start up the computer for the first time CAUTION Use only the AC adapter included with your computer Using other AC adapters may damage the computer 1 2 Getting Started NOTE Power Supply Cor optional Detachable minimum 1 5 m long Listed rated minimum 125 V 7 A having a 2 18 AWG type SVT flexible cord One end terminates with a parallel blade molded on attachments plug with a 7 A 125 V NEMA 1 15P configuration other end terminates with a molded on appliance coupler Alternative optional Detachable maximum 4 5 m 14 76 ft long Listed rated minimum 250 V 6 A having a 3 18 AWG type SVT flexible cord One end terminates with a Tandem blade grounding listed molded on attachments plug with a 6 A 250 V NEMA 6 15P configuration other end terminates with a molded on appliance coupler 1 Make sure the computer is turned off 2 Plug the DC cord of the
79. omputer manufacturer at the factory This card allows you to access corporate networks or the Internet in a wireless environment The WLAN features include e Peer to Peer Ad Hoc and Access Point Infrastructure modes support e WEP Wired Equivalent Privacy 64 128 bit data encryprion e 802 1la b g mode Band Indicates the wireless band of the current connection Supported Data rates Rates at which the wireless adapter can send and receive data Displays the speed in Mbps or the frequency being used e 802 11a 6 9 11 12 18 24 36 48 and 54 e 802 11b 1 2 5 5 and 11 e 802 11 g 1 2 5 5 9 11 12 18 24 36 48 and 54 Radio Frequency Display the frequency of the current wireless connection e 2 457 GHz Channel Number Displays the transmit and receive channel Network Authentication Displays Open Shared WPA Enterprise WPA Personal modes Displays the 802 11 Operating Your Computer authentication used by the currently used profile Refer to Security Setting for more information CCX Version Version of the Cisco Compatible Extensions of this wireless connection CCX TPC Cisco Compatible Extensions Power Levels CCX Power Levels 0 2 0 4 1 0 6 3 100 0 Mw Access Point MAC The Media Access Control Address MAC address for the associated access point Mandatory Access Displays None if not Point enabled If enabled the access point MAC address is displaye
80. onds then turn it back on The characters on the screen are dim Adjust the brightness and or contrast Bad dots appear on the display at all times A small number of missing discolored or bright dots on the screen are an intrinsic characteristic of TFT LCD technology It is not regarded as a LCD defect Resolution cannot be adjusted to desired setting Make sure that the video driver is installed correctly The external monitor displays nothing Make sure that the monitor is turned on Troubleshooting Make sure that the monitor s signal cable is properly connected Switch the display to the monitor by pressing Fn F9 or change the display through the settings in Display Properties Simultaneous display multi display does not work Make sure that you turn on the external monitor before turning on the computer Press Fn F9 to toggle through the display options or change the settings in Display Properties in Windows Fingerprint Recognition Problems The fingerprint recognition application does not work Make sure that the necessary driver is correctly installed Make sure that your finger is properly placed on the surface of the sensor Hardware Device Problems The computer does not recognize a newly installed device The device may not be correctly configured in the SCU program Run the SCU program to identify the new type Make sure if any device driver needs to be installed Refer to the documen
81. onnection with the product or for operation of the Product with any ancillary equipment and all such equipment is expressly excluded from this warranty Because each system which may use the Product is unique Motorola disclaims liability for range coverage or operation of the system as a whole under this warranty Il GENERAL PROMSIONS This warranty sets forth the full extent Motorola s responsibilities regarding the product Repair replacement or Refund of the purchase price at Motorola s option is the exclusive is the exclusive remedy THIS WARRANTY IS GIVEN IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTIES xii MOTOROLA DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IN NO EVENT SHALL MOTOROLA BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE OF PRICE THE PRODUCT FOR ANY LOSS OF USE LOSS OF TIME INCONVE NIENCE COMMERCIAL LOSS LOST PROFITS OR SAVINGS OR OTHER INCIDENTAL SPECIAL INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE SUCH PRODUCT TO THE FULL EXTENT SUCH MAY BE DISCLAMIED By LAW Ill HowTO GET WARRANTY SERVICE Purchaser must notify Motorola s representative or call Motorola s Customer Response Center at1 800 247 2346 within the applicable warranty period for information regarding warranty service IV WHAT THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER A Defects or damage resulti
82. operation has stopped and you cannot use the restart function of the operating system reset the computer Reset the computer by any one of these methods e Press Ctrl Alt Del e Ifthe above action does not work turn off the system Wait for at least five seconds and turn it on again e Ifthe above does not work insert a small rod such as a straightened paper clip into the keyboard BIOS reset switch on the left side of the computer and press firmly The system will shut down Wait for at least five seconds and turn it on again CAUTION Resetting will cause any unsaved data to be lost Troubleshooting 815 APPENDIX A Specifications NOTE Specifications are subject to change without any prior notices Parts Specifications CPU Intel Mobile Pentium Dothan Processor M series u FCPGA package 1 8 GHz Front Side Bus FSB 400 MHz 21 W thermal ceiling Cache Memory L2 2 MB on die ROM BIOS 512 KB Flash EEPROM system and VGA BIOS ACPI 2 0 PC2001 compliant System Two 200 pin 200 266 333 MHz DDR SO DIMM sockets maximum 2 GB standard 256 MB 64 MB shared system memory Display Panel 12 1 inch XGA transmissive LCD polarizer touchscreen high contrast option 13 3 inch TFT color LCD display polarizer touchscreen Video controller 855GME integrated 32 bit 3D 2D gfx core with Dynamic Video Memory technology supports DirectX 8 1 dual view function LCD CRT simultaneous display capability DVI I port
83. quality CCD as well as consumer electronic equipment such as DVCAM and VCR To connect a video capturing device simply plug the device cable to the AV input port conexant 878A PCI BNC type of the system Expanding Your Computer 4 7 System Memory Upgrade 4 8 You can upgrade your computer by changing system memory to a maximum of 2 GB on the two 200 pin DDR SO DIMM slots However to avoid damage during the installation procedure please ask your dealer for help Expanding Your Computer CHAPTER 5 Setup Configuration Utility SCU SCU is a program for configuring the BIOS Basic Input Output System settings of the computer BIOS is a layer of software called firmware that translates instructions from other layers of software into instructions that the computer hardware can understand The BIOS settings are needed by your computer to identify the types of installed devices and establish special features This chapter tells you how to use the SCU program When and How to Use the SCU Program When to Use You need to run the SCU program when e You see an error message on the screen requesting you to run Setup e You want to restore the factory default settings e You want to modify some specific settings according to the hardware e You want to modify some specific settings to optimize system performance Starting SCU NOTES e The Setup screens shown in this chapter are for your reference only The actual
84. rag Press and hold the left button then move your finger until you and reach your destination drag Finally release the button drop drop when you finish dragging your selection to the destination The object will drop into the new location Gently tap twice on the pad and on the second tap keep your finger in contact with the pad Then move your finger across the pad to drag the selected object to your destination When you lift your finger from the pad the selected object will drop into place Scroll To scroll is to move up and down or left and right in the working area on the screen The scroll button located between the two buttons under the touchpad can be used to move vertically in a convenient way Press the upper part of the scroll button to move up and the lower part of the scroll button to move down or To move vertically place your finger on the right edge of the pad and slide your finger up and down along the edge To move horizontally place your finger on the bottom edge of the pad and slide your finger left and right This function works only after you install the touchpad driver supplied with the computer and it may not work for all applications TABLE NOTE If you swap the left and right buttons tapping on the touchpad as an alternative method of pressing the left button will no longer be valid Operating Your Computer Configuring the Touchpad You may want to configure the touchpad to suit
85. ress the power operating system This can prevent loss of button unsaved data or damage to your software programs If the system is locked up because of hardware or software problems press the power button to turn off the computer Standby Depending on your settings in Windows Press any key you can place the computer in Standby mode by e Closing the display cover e Pressing the power button 2 2 Operating Your Computer To stop in To start up or this mode resume again Hibernation Depending on your settings in Windows you can place the computer in Hibernation mode by e Closing the display cover e Pressing the power button Press the power button If you choose to stop in Standby or Hibernation mode you can return to where you left off the next time you start up the computer See Power Management in Chapter 3 for more information Operating Y our Computer 2 3 Using the Keyboard Your keyboard has all the standard functions of a full sized computer keyboard plus a Fn key added for specific functions The standard functions of the keyboard can be further divided into four major categories e Typewriter keys e Cursor control keys e Numeric keys e Function keys Typewriter Keys Typewriter keys are similar to the keys on a typewriter Several keys are added such as the Ctrl Alt Esc and lock keys for special purposes When the lock keys Caps Lock Num Lk and Scroll Lk are pressed their co
86. rresponding indicators light up The Control key is normally used in combination with other keys for program specific functions The Alternate key is normally used in combination with other keys for program specific functions The Escape key is usually used for stopping a process Examples are exiting a program and canceling a command The function depends on the program you are using 2 4 Operating Your Computer Cursor Control Keys Home PgUp PgDn G ap a 1 gt NOTE The word cursor refers to the indicator on the screen that lets you know exactly where on your screen anything you type will appear It can take the form of a vertical or horizontal line a block or one of many other shapes Numeric Keypad A 15 key numeric keypad is embedded in the typewriter keys as shown next Operating Y our Computer 2 5 Numeric keys facilitate entering of numbers and calculations When Num Lock is on the numeric keys are activated meaning you can use these keys to enter numerals NOTES e When the numeric keypad is activated and you need to type the English letter in the keypad area you can turn Num Lock off or you can press Fn and then the letter without turning Num Lock off e Some software may not be able to use the numeric keypad on the computer If so use the numeric keypad on an external keyboard instead Euro Symbol You can press the Euro dollar sign on the keyboard
87. s equipped with the driver needed e Click the speaker symbol on the taskbar and check the Windows volume control e Check the volume control of your computer Startup Problems When you turn on the computer it does not respond and the Power Indicator does not light green e Ifyou are using an external AC power make sure that the AC adapter is correctly and securely connected If so make sure that the electrical outlet works properly Troubleshooting 8B e If you are using the battery power make sure that the battery is not discharged When you turn on the computer it stops after POST e Restart your computer Other Problems The date time is incorrect e Correct the date and time via the operating system or SCU program e After you have performed everything as described above and still have the incorrect date and time every time you turn on the computer the RTC Real Time Clock battery is at the end of its life Call an authorized dealer to replace the RTC battery 814 Troubleshooting Resetting the Computer You may have to reset reboot your computer on some occasions when an error occurs and the program you are using hangs up If the system operation seems to hang up first wait It is possible that the system is processing data Periodically check the hard disk drive in use indicator if it flashes irregularly the program may be accessing data and preventing you from using the keyboard If you are sure the
88. sing any file transfer functions make sure that both the computer and the IR device have the appropriate software running Make sure that there is no device radiating infrared rays such as remote controlled devices or wireless headphones near the computer or device Make sure that no direct sunlight or fluorescent lamps are near the computer or device Troubleshooting e Make sure that the IR ports are clean Keyboard Mouse and Touchpad Problems The keyboard does not respond e Try connecting an external keyboard If it works contact an authorized dealer as the internal keyboard cable might be loose The numeric keypad is disabled e Make sure that the Num Lk is switched on Check if the Num Lock Indicator F glows or not The external keyboard does not work e Make sure that the keyboard cable is properly connected The USB mouse does not work e Make sure that the mouse cable is properly connected The touchpad does not work or the pointer is difficult to control with the touchpad e Make sure that the touchpad is clean LAN Problems I cannot access the network e Make sure that the LAN driver is correctly installed e Make sure that the LAN cable is properly connected to the RJ 45 connector and the network hub e Make sure that the network configuration is appropriate e Make sure that the user name or password is correct Troubleshooting 89 WLAN Problems I cannot use the WLAN feature
89. t computer stores e Make sure that the DVD drive driver is installed correctly e Make sure that the computer supports the disc or the files contained You cannot eject a disc e The disc is not properly seated in the drive Manually release the disc following the method described next 1 Turn off the system 2 Insert a small rod such as a straightened paperclip into the drive s manual eject hole and push firmly to release the tray 3 Pull the tray out until fully extended and then remove the disc Troubleshooting 85 Display Problems 86 Nothing appears on the screen If the power on indicator is not on check the electrical outlet the plugs and power cords If the power button does not respond to a light touch press the button firmly If you are using battery power make sure that it has a charge remaining and that it is installed correctly During operation the screen may automatically turn off as a result of power management Press any key to see if the screen comes back The brightness level might be too low Increase brightness by pressing Fn F6 The display output might be set to an external device To switch the display back to the LCD press Fn F9 or change the display through the settings in Display Properties Reset the computer by pressing the keyboard BIOS reset switch on the left side of the computer or by pressing Ctrl Alt Del keys Try turning the computer off wait for a few sec
90. talls the device drivers chipset VGA LAN audio modem etc Shows you the instructions on installing the driver that allows you to connect a video capture device through the AV input port Shows you the instructions on installing the driver that allows you to use the fingerprint recognition system and its application software Allows you to connect to Bluetooth compliant devices Allows you to take full advantage of the touchpad and the scroll button features Allows you to view the Operation Manual on screen Browses the contents of this CD 63 Upon clicking Next Page the following screen appears Drivers on the Second Page Next Pagel OTHER DRIVER amp SOFTWARE INSTALL PROSet Next Page IrDA Connects an IrDA compliant device for wireless data transfer PROSet Installs the WLAN Utility that allows your system to connect wirelessly to the Internet SpeedStep Allows you to use the SpeedStep function of the computer for Windows 2000 only USB to LAN Allows you to use the network function of the computer when the optional docking station is connected MotoCrtl Installs the Motorola proprietary control utility PCMCIA Installs the PCMCIA driver that allows you to use the pe card slot to access optional PC cards XBayCtrl Installs the X bay control utility Installing Software Drivers Drivers on the Three Page TouchScreen Click on the TouchScreen button to install touch scree
91. tation that came with the device Make sure if the device needs any jumper or switch settings Refer to the documentation that came with the device Check the cables or power cords for correct connections For an external device that has its own power switch make sure that the power is turned on Troubleshooting 87 Hard Disk Drive Problems The hard disk drive error message appears on the screen Insert a bootable diskette and check the integrity of your hard drive The hard disk drive has defects Ask your dealer for help The hard disk drive operations seem slow The data files stored on the hard disk drive may be fragmented Use a tool such as Window s Disk Defragmenter to defragment the files The hard disk drive in use indicator glows without blinking The data files stored on the hard disk drive may be fragmented Use a tool such as Window s Disk Defragmenter to defragment the files Infrared Problems 38 The IR port does not work Make sure that the IR ports of the two device face each other within a 15 degrees angle and 1 meter 3 feet distance and there are no obstructions in between Make sure that the device connected is using an equivalent speed Make sure that the IrDA Fast Infrared Port is set to HP HSDL 2300 3600 Make sure that the IR port is set correctly in the SCU program If you are printing to an infrared printer make sure that the appropriate driver is installed If you are u
92. ter Protecting the Computer To safeguard the integrity of your computer data as well as the computer itself you can protect the computer in several ways as described in this section Using the Password The power on password protects your computer against unauthorized use If the password is set the prompt requesting for the password appears on the screen whenever the computer is turned on The password is set via the SCU program See Security Menu in Chapter 5 for instructions Using an Anti Virus Strategy New viruses are always being developed nowadays and they are attacking computers even more easily with emails so commonly used worldwide The Security feature of the SCU program protects the boot sector of the hard disk To enable the function see Security Menu in Chapter 5 for instructions You can also install a virus detecting program to monitor potential viruses that could damage your files 7 2 Caring for the Computer Taking Care of the Computer Location Guidelines Use the computer where the temperature is between 0 C 32 F and 50 C 122 F Avoid placing the computer in a location subject to high humidity extreme temperatures mechanical vibration direct sunlight or heavy dust Do not cover or block any ventilation openings on the computer For example do not place the computer on a bed sofa rug or other similar surface Otherwise overheating may occur which may result in damag
93. u can view and change display settings through your operating system See your operating system documentation or online help for specific information For displaying in higher resolutions you can connect an external CRT monitor that supports higher resolutions See Connecting an External Monitor in Chapter 4 for more information The following table lists the display modes supported by your computer Display Mode LCD Only CRT Only Simultaneous Display Resolution Colors 800x600 16 bit V x N 32 bit V N N 1024x768 16 bit V N J 32 bit V N 7 TABLE NOTES e 16 bit High Color or 65 536 64 K colors 32 bit True Color 16 770 000 16 M colors e When using CRT only the resolution would depend on the supported resolution by the CRT 2 18 Operating Your Computer Using the Audio Features NOTES e To take advantage of the enhanced audio capabilities the audio driver supplied with your computer must be installed see chapter 6 for details e Ifyou experience interference while recording try lowering the microphone recording volume The audio subsystem of your computer features e Digital audio and analog mixing functions required for recording and playing sound on your computer e Microsoft Windows Sound System support e A set of speakers e External audio connectors is Ways of playing and recording sound vary with the operating system used See your operating system documentation or online he
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95. video capture Audio Controller ALC202 codec AC97 Rev 2 2 support two 2 watt stereo speakers built in Two audio ports for Mic in Line out Keyboard Full travel waterproof with membrane cover rubber keyboard and backlight feature option Pointing device Four buttons touchpad Storage Hard disk drive 2 5 inch Ultra DMA support damper protection device Flash Ultra DMA M system option built in system heater for low temperature function option Optical drive DVD drive Combo drive DVD Dual drive T O ports Serial port two USB ports IR port docking port with guide pin two antenna ports RJ 45 port RJ 11 port fingerprint sensor option Specifications Communications 56 K V 90 V 92 28 000 56 000 bits s data rates 10 100 Base T Ethernet Others Wireless LAN 802 1 1a b g using diversity antennas options GPS Lassen IQ module Bluetooth Class 1 Wireless modem in X Bay module Power AC adapter Input 100 240 V AC 50 60 Hz universal adapter Output 19 V DC 90 W Smart Li ion battery 11 1 V 6000 mAH 9 cells Dimension WxDxH 11 8x9 5x2 3 inch 300x241x58 mm Weight 9 9 Ib 4 5 kg Environment Temperature Operating 0 C 32 F to 50 C 122 F Storage 40 C 40 F to 70 C 158 F Operating 5 to 95 RH non condensing Altitude Operating 15 000 ft Storage 40 000 ft 2 000 ft min change rate Shock Operating 20 g Storage 50 g Vibration Operating 10 55 Hz 0 075 55 500 Hz
96. your dealer may have already installed the drivers If not you need to install the drivers using the driver CD supplied with your computer This chapter describes how to install the drivers How to Use the Driver CD NOTES e The drivers may have been updated after this manual was published For driver upgrade please contact your dealer e You can always find README or document files on the driver CD These files contain the latest information from the software supplier Please read the files together with this chapter e This driver CD supports Windows 2000 and Windows XP only e The available items may differ according to your computer model and operation system An autorun program is provided on the driver CD to help you easily install the drivers As you insert the driver CD the autorun program automatically starts If you need to start the program manually run the Autorun exe program from the Setup directory of the driver CD The main screen appears as shown next ML900 Drivers Install ML900 DRIVERS INSTALL Version R1 01 gt Video Capture Bluetooth TouchPad pbs __Exit_ 6 2 Installing Software Drivers Drivers on the First Page To install the necessary driver just click on the particular option and follow the onscreen instructions to continue and complete installation Device Driver Video Capture Fingerprint Bluetooth Touchpad Browse CD Installing Software Drivers Ins

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