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V212x as shown in the Basic Setup section. ACKAGE ONTENTS This user guide helps you setup your V212/V212x and introduces you to its many features. Important: Save the original box and all packing material for future shipping needs. Your V212/V212x package includes:...
10. Consumer Infra Red (CIR) 11. Standard VGA Port 12. USB Mini-B Port 13. Security Lock Port (Kensington Compatible) 14. Docking Port 15. Main Battery Latch 16. Backup Battery 17. VESA Mount Screw Holes (x4) (75 mm) ViewSonic V212/V212X & P ANELS...
30 - 60 days. For more information on battery charging and operation, see the Battery Power & Properties section of this guide. An optional V212/V212x docking station, described later in this manual, may also be used to charge, recharge, and/or operate your V212/V212x.
SING THE UTTONS The buttons on the right and left side of the V212/V212x screen give you quick access to utilities and provide navigational control. 1. Right-click Button - Simulates the right-click button on a mouse. 2. Left-click Button - Simulates the left-click button on a mouse.
When not in use, you can conveniently place your stylus in the storage slot located on the top edge of your V212/V212x. A Stylus Tether has been provided to allow you to attach the stylus to the V212/V212x so it will not become lost or misplaced.
1. Tap on the control panel’s Settings button - the Settings window will open 2. Tap on the General Tab 3. Double-tap on the checkerboard graphic to set your double tap rate 4. Close the Settings window To save your user and wireless settings, power-down the unit then resume. ViewSonic V212/V212X CREEN OUBLE...
V212/V212x for the first time may reduce the overall service life of the battery. Storage: If you are not using the V212/V212x on a daily basis, store the unit by plugging it into an AC outlet using the AC Adapter. If not using the device every day, remove the battery completely.
External power connection and Backup battery as either Good, Low, or Very Low. The Power Status LED The Power Status LED at the upper right corner of the V212/V212x also displays useful information in the battery’s current status and charge level. In normal battery powered operation: •...
In order to swap batteries without loosing your stored content, follow this procedure. If you do not have access to an AC Power source and/or if you do not currently have the AC Power Adapter, do the following: IMPORTANT! The replacement battery should be fully charged. ViewSonic V212/V212X AC P WITH AN OWER SOURCE 1.
IRELESS ONNECTION The Antenna Status LED The Antenna Status LED at the upper left corner of the V212/V212x also displays useful information on the wireless signal connection: • Off - no signal, no connection • Solid Green - excellent signal level •...
Notify me when new wireless networks are available Connect The Wireless Information tab window lists all Wi-Fi networks available to the V212/V212x, allowing you to choose a connection. It also allows you to alter and control connections to available networks: •...
Accessed by from Start on the Task Bar by selecting Settings, Control Panel, then Network and Dial-up Connections. This panel allows you to add, name, and configure five types of connection options to your V212/V212x: Make New Connection My Connection...
Accessed from Start on the Task Bar by selecting Settings, Control Panel, then Network and Dial-up Connections. This panel allows you to assign IP server address and Domain Name server address for your V212/V212x. ISP Address Tab - Allows you to chose between an automatically set IP address (DHCP) or a specified IP (user filled-in) address.
V212/V212 ESETTING THE ESET Should your V212/V212x lock up or fail to respond to the stylus, it may be restarted without turning off the power. 1. Locate the reset button on the top of your V212/V212x. 2. Use the tip of your stylus to press the reset button to restart your V212/V212x.
OMPACT LASH A CF card can extend the functionality of your V212/V212x by providing added features such as extra storage. CF C SING A ViewSonic V212/V212X (CF) C ARDS Insert CF card carefully into the CF Card slot on the top side of the V212/ V212x until it snaps into place.
OCKING TATION The optional V212/V212x Docking Station, also called the Dock, allows you to use the V212/ V212x in the Dock or to charge and recharge the device. You can also connect a mouse, a keyboard, and an AC power source to the Dock. An AC Power Adapter comes with the Dock.
External USB Keyboard You can attach a USB external keyboard using any one of the two USB ports on the top side of the V212/V212x as indicated by the arrow in the figure below (or by using the optional Dock shown previously).
® V212/V212x screen or case. Some chemical cleaners have been reported to damage the screen and/or case of the V212/V212x. ViewSonic will not be liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners. ViewSonic V212/V212X...
USTOMER UPPORT For the nearest ViewSonic service provider, see the table below or contact your reseller. You will ® need the product’s serial number on-hand when you call. Country/Region United States Canada United Kingdom Europe, Middle East, Baltic countries, and North Africa...
The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Mercury warning This product contains mercury. Dispose of in accordance to local, state and federal laws. ViewSonic V212/V212X AFETY OTICES...
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Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms: • EN55022 (CISPR 22) Radio Frequency Interference • EN55024 (IEC61000-4-2, -4-4, -4-5, -4-6, -4-11) • EN60950 (IEC950) Product Safety ViewSonic V212/V212X 2.5cm...
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The mark shown to the right is in compliance with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive 2002/96/EC (WEEE). The mark indicates the requirement NOT to dispose the equipment as unsorted municipal waste, but use the return and collection systems according to local law. ViewSonic V212/V212X Proposed Maximum Concentration Concentration 0.1%...
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Power supply safety notice The power supply provided with this device is for use with this device only. Replace only with the same or equivalent type power supply as recommended by the manufactuSrer. ViewSonic V212/V212X...
It is likely that the contents of your device will be lost in the course of service and ViewSonic will not be responsible for any damage to or loss of any programs, data or other information stored on any media or any part of any Product serviced hereunder.
“Warranty Period”, as indicated below. If a product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the Warranty Period, ViewSonic will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product with a similar product.
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11. ViewSonic will not be responsible for any damage to, loss of, or consequential loss from the inability to use, any programs, data or other information stored on any media or any part of any Product serviced hereunder.