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Chapter 1 Getting Started with the Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs Motion M1200 and M1300 Features ....5 What’s New with the Motion M1300 ....6 Package Contents .
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Software CDs ........23 Motion M1200 and M1300 Recovery CDs ..23 Motion M1200 and M1300 Utilities and Drivers CD .
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General Care ....... . 55 Caring for the Display Screen ....55 Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 3...
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Other Travel Hints ......57 Appendix A Regulatory Compliance Notices Appendix B Troubleshooting and Support Appendix C Safety Appendix D Specifications Index Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 4...
Thank you for deciding to purchase a Motion M1200 or M1300 Tablet PC from Motion Computing desktop computing and notebooks with more power than any touchscreen PC or personal digital assistant (PDA) can provide. The Motion M1200 Tablet PC offers these unique features:...
Both Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs offer these standard features: • Microsoft® Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition operating system • 12.1-inch XGA TFT LCD display • M-Series Digitizer Pen • 256MB base RAM, upgradeable to 1GB; minimum 20GB hard drive •...
If anything appears to be missing from your order, read the invoice to see if the part was back ordered. To check your order, contact your Motion reseller or Motion Computing, if you bought the Tablet PC directly from us. Motion M-Series Accessories You can purchase any of the following Motion M-Series accessories: NOTE: New accessories may be added from time to time.
For other hints about using the Pen, see the section “Using the Pen” in Chapter 4 of this User Guide. Chapter 1 Getting Started with Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 8...
NOTE: Microsoft Windows XP for Tablet PC offers several tutorials. One set appears each time you start the Tablet PC (unless you deactivate this option). Others can be found by selecting Start, Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300, or from Start, Get Going with Tablet PC.
Chapter 1 Getting Started with Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs Microsoft Help and Resources Center Page You can find additional information about your Tablet PC and the Microsoft Windows XP operating system in the Microsoft Help and Support Center. The Help and Support Center is installed on your Tablet PC.
This chapter describes the Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs, their components, LEDs, hardware, and accessories. All Motion Computing Tablet PC displays and writing surfaces combine ABLET three key components: ISPLAY AND RITING • A highly-readable, liquid- URFACES crystal display •...
Chapter 2 Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC Hardware Five-Way Directional Control Button External Microphone RJ-45/ External FlexDock Monitor Connector Battery Release Latch Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 12 Pen Holder Tether Power Battery Card Slot Wireless Escape Function...
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Fits a Kensington-style cable lock for securing the unit to a desk, etc. Hard drive bay 20GB (standard); optional 40GB and 60GB hard drive capacity Product Identification Serial numbers, System certifications Chapter 2 Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC Hardware Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 13...
Keep the battery in an ambient temperature of less than 140° F (60° C); for example, don’t leave it in a closed car in hot weather for extended periods of time. Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 14...
Modem CAUTION: Do not plug a standard RJ-11 phone cord into the RJ-45 port or you may damage the RJ-45 LAN port. Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 15 Secondary Function (Press Function + this button) Equivalent to Alt + Tab...
CAUTION: To avoid personal injury, if the battery is overheated, wait until the battery cools to room temperature before recharging or replacing it. Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 16 Status Tablet PC is on. Tablet PC is in Stand By.
You can activate the gauge by pushing the black button next to the LEDs. In the example shown here, the battery has about 40% of its power remaining. Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 17 Table 2-4 Action None None Wait for the battery to cool.
Motion M1200 and M1300 Label Locations Chapter 2 Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC Hardware Product Identification, System Labels Internal Modem with Label Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 18 Hard Disk Drive Cover...
User Guide or the Installation Card packaged with the FlexDock. Chapter 2 Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC Hardware Motion M-Series FlexDock IEEE 1394 RJ-45/ Microphone Ethernet Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 19 Audio-out/ Headphone Jack Audio-in/ AC Power Jack External...
Tap again to select a single word; double-tap to select a whole line. Select Delete from the keyboard. (Or, tap the right entry bar, which opens a drop down menu. Select Cut.) Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 20 touchpad scroll...
Motion M-Series Optical Disk Drives are optional equipment for both Tablet PCs. Depending on the Optical Disk Drive you purchase, these offer CDROM, CDRW, or DVD capabilities. Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 21 Hard Top Cover Smooth Edge...
Both Tablet PCs to accept a mini-PCI card for wireless communications. NOTE: Most Tablet PCs ship with an 802.11b mini-PCI card installed. For information about wireless operations, see Chapter 4 of this User Guide. Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 22...
Tablet PCs. NOTE: For additional information about Tablet PC software applications, from Start, tap Using Your Motion M1200, then Explore the Tablet PC applications. Depending on which Tablet PC and software configuration you order, the...
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Use the Recovery CDs when your system is completely down and you must completely re-install. This procedure will overwrite everything on your Motion M1200 or M1300. If possible, back up your data files onto a backup CD or diskette before running this procedure.
Opens the onscreen Tablet PC Input Panel for typing and writing. Puts the Tablet PC in low-power Stand By for temporary suspension from which you can quickly resume your Windows session. Motion Dashboard Help. Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 25 , 90...
NOTE: For information about setting up speech recognition through the Tablet PC Input Panel, see Chapter 4 of this User Guide. Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 26...
Record voice messages, take dictation for entry into text speech and documents, provide voice commands to the system, etc. voice recognition Inkball Practice and master pen input with this game of strategy Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 27...
This chapter describes various procedures, settings, and functions you can perform with the Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs. Both Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs come with pre-installed NITIALIZING software applications and drivers, including those for the Windows XP ICROSOFT Tablet PC Edition operating system.
Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs Windows Initialization Procedure IMPORTANT: You do NOT need Internet access to initialize Windows. When the Windows initialization procedure prompts you for this information, you can either select “Skip” or select the option that lets you set up Internet access later.
IMPORTANT: You can force a shutdown by pressing and holding the Power switch for about 5 seconds. A forced shutdown should only be used when the system is completely unresponsive to software commands. If you have any Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs Windows XP Please wait.
3. The Tablet PC will enter Stand By or Hibernate. In Stand By, the power LED will flash green. In Hibernate, all LEDs are off. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 31...
• Tap — Tap the Pen on the Tablet PC display, without pressing the func- tion button on the Pen Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 32...
Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs • Double-tap — Double-tap the Pen on the display, without pressing the function button on the Pen • Right-click — Press the function button on the Pen and tap the Pen on the display (equals a mouse right-click).
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Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs don’t inadvertently press it as you write. Pressing the function button while tapping the Pen on the display is like right-clicking with a mouse and will launch pop-up menus. •...
Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs 2. Select the Pen Options tab. 3. Uncheck the option Use pen button to right-click. 4. Tap Apply. Adjusting Pen Properties for Ease of Use For convenience and ease of use, you...
Microsoft Office installed but not Pen Extensions, these programs (Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel) will not accept ink. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 36...
Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs Pen Extensions are included with associated Motion software orders or are available free on the Microsoft website. • However, other programs will accept text, including Journal, Wordpad, and Notepad. • Sending drawings — While probably not the best application for drawings, you can send them from the Input Panel to some applications (such as Wordpad or Microsoft Word).
1. Create or open the desired document on your Tablet PC. 2. Tap Print. 3. Select the Journal Note Writer as the printer. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 38...
3. Tap the down-arrow next to Orientation. 4. Select the desired orientation: Primary landscape, Primary portrait, Secondary Landscape, Secondary portrait. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs , 90 , 180 Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 39...
7. Select OK. The list of actions should now display the new action for the button you reprogrammed. You can always Reset the button Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 40...
DAPTER FlexDock and the Multi-Unit Battery Charger. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs CAUTION: Before you plug an AC adapter into the Tablet PC or into any accessory device, make sure you are using the correct AC power adapter (the one that came with the Tablet PC or the accessory).
4. Change the settings to the desired power configuration. 5. Tap Save As and enter a name for the new scheme. 6. Tap Apply. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 42...
NOTE: We recommend that you create new power schemes instead of overwriting the default (Motion Computing Optimized) so you can reactivate it later. Setting Up Max Battery Mode for Additional Power Savings Max Battery mode prolongs the battery’s charge. For example, when...
Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs 2. Open the Dashboard and tap Properties under Power Management. 3. Select the Hibernate tab and make sure Hibernate is Enabled (the default). 4. Go to Start>Turn Off Computer. 5. When the Turn Off Computer window appears, press the Shift key on your external keyboard or tap Shift on the Tablet PC Input Panel key- board to change the option from Stand By to Hibernate.
ATTERY 512MB * PC133 SDRAM SODIMM Note: The Motion M1200 has Base Memory factory-installed in Slot A. You can install/reinstall memory modules in either Slot A or B for best performance. Supported Memory Configurations for Motion M1200 Base Memory-Slot A**...
Windows XP. In addition, the DVD/MPEG software is required to view video DVDs. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 46...
Select the Mirror Desktop radio button under External Display. This setting automatically creates an identical display on the external monitor. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 47...
Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs NOTE: You may also choose to set up this feature through the Intel(R) Extreme Graphics icon found in the Windows Control Panel or through this same icon, which is located in the System Tray at the bottom right of the Tablet PC display.
To set up a wireless connection through the Control Panel: Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs WARNING: FAA regulations require that you disable any wireless connection when traveling by air. If the Wireless LED on the front of the Tablet PC is off, wireless communications are disabled.
XTERNAL board. Or, the Intel(R) Extreme Graphics icon in the ONITOR System Tray, located at the bottom-right corner of the Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 50...
7. Tap Save. 8. To test or launch a scheme, select it from the list and tap the Invoke button. 9. Tap OK. Both the M1200 and the M1300 Tablet PCs support most multimedia ULTIMEDIA applications. PPLICATIONS Passwords protect your Tablet PC from unauthorized access. Passwords can...
However, if you are unable to remember your password, you will not be able to access your Tablet PC. If this happens, you call Motion Computing Technical Support or your Motion reseller for assistance. Have your Tablet PC Serial number available (located on the label on the back of the unit) for them to assist you.
4. To clear the System and Password on boot passwords, double-tap Enter next to Set System Password. 5. Type in the Current Password. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 53...
• You can clean fingerprints and most marks from the display surface by wiping it with the soft cloth (provided). If needed, you can spray this Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs CAUTION: Be sure to follow the guidelines listed below when caring for your Tablet PC and its components.
Motion M-Series Digitizer Pen. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs WARNING: FAA regulations require that you disable any wireless connection when traveling by air. The LED on the front of the Tablet PC provides a convenient way to check the status of your wireless connection.
Chapter 4 Using Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs • Attach the Hard Top or slip the Tablet PC into its portfolio to protect the display. • Protect the Pen by keeping it in the Tablet PC pen holder or portfolio case during travel.
RF energy incidental to their intended function and are, therefore, covered by these rules. Your Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs and Motion M-Series FlexDock have been designed and found to meet the regulatory agency limits for Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).
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Unintentional Emitter per FCC Part 15 EDERAL OMMUNICA The rating label on the Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs and TIONS Motion M-Series FlexDock shows which class (A or B) these devices OMMISSION fall into. Class B devices have an FCC logo ( OTICE Class A devices do not have an FCC ID on the label.
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The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with FCC regulations: • Model numbers: T001 (Motion M1200) and T002 (Motion M1300) • Company name: Motion Computing, Inc. • 9433 Bee Caves Road, Building 1, Suite 250 •...
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Internal Modem Motion M1200 and M1300 Tablet PCs have an internal modem that has been tested to comply with FCC Standards and that complies with FCC Part 68 Reg. No: 5ZXMUL-36273-FB-E; AC REN:0.1B; USOC:RJ11; DOC REN:.0.0. The FCC compliance label is located on the internal modem installed in the Tablet PC.
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à 300m un enregistrement auprés de l’IBPT est requise. Pour une utilisation publique à l’extérieur de bâtiments, une licence de l’IBPT est requise. Pour les enregistrements et licences, veuillez contacter l’IBPT. Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide v Appendix A Regulatory Compliance Notices...
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Nederland: A license is required for outdoor installations. Check with reseller for procedure to follow. Licentie verplicht voor gebruik met buitenatennes. Neem contact op met verkoper voor juiste procedure. Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide vi...
All Motion Computing Tablet PCs have passed a rigorous series of performance and quality-control tests, but now and then a problem may occur. If you don’t see a solution among the following system and software issues, check the Support Options listed at the end of this chapter or go to our website at www.motioncomputing.com/support.
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Brightness is set too low. Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide viii SOLUTION Slide the Power switch for about a second to resume operations.
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Pen button. This enables the right-click function of the Pen. Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide ix Reset resolution to 1024 x 768 and color quality to 32-bit by opening the Motion Dashboard, Graphics Properties, then the Schemes tab.
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Connecting a headset or external speakers mutes the built-in speakers. Audio volume is too low or has been muted. Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide x SOLUTION Re-activate the right-click option: Double-click the Tablet and Pen Settings icon, select Pen Options, and reselect Use pen button to right-click.
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The disk needs defragmenting. The default setting is On. The Ethernet cable is not connected correctly. Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide xi SOLUTION Turn the Tablet PC off and back on and try re-entering your password (you can do this as many times as needed).
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Windows XP logo or certification, it should work with your Tablet PC. For more information, see www.microsoft.com/help. Appendix B Troubleshooting and Support Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide xii...
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Tablet PC, the Motion FlexDock, and Memory Upgrade Modules. For a copy of this Warranty, see the Warranty packaged with your Tablet PC. Motion Computing offers a 90-day warranty on other accessories. For a copy of this Warranty, see the Warranty packaged with your Tablet PC.
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RMA (Return Material Authorization) number, as well as packing and shipping instructions. Motion Computing will complete the repair within 48 business hours and return it by two-day air shipment. Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide xiv...
ABLET • Before you clean your Tablet PC, it is best to turn it off, unplug it from its power source, and remove the battery. Appendix Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide xv Appendix C Safety Safety...
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Visit the Mayo Clinic website at OMFORT www.mayoclinic.com for other suggestions. • Rest your hands and wrists frequently so they have time to recover from repetitive movements. • Use a wrist pad. Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide xvi Appendix C Safety...
0 ATTERY Charging the battery outside this range may harm battery performance HARGER or reduce battery life. C to +50 Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide xvii Appendix C Safety C (+32 F to +122...
• The optional Optical Disk Drive is a Class 1 laser product that PTIONAL produces invisible laser radiation when open. Do not stare into the PTICAL beam or view it directly with optical instruments. RIVE Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide xviii Appendix C Safety...
Available configurations: minimum 20GB, upgradeable Microphone-in; Headphone out; DC power in Ports: two USB ports (M1200=USB 1.1; M1300=USB 2.0); one IEEE 1394; one RJ-11; one RJ-45; one VGA monitor; one Motion M-Series FlexDock docking connector One Alt+Tab key with secondary function...
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FlexDock, and Memory Upgrade Modules; 90-day warranty on all other accessories. Extended warranty on the Motion M1200 and M1300 is available for 1- or 2-years. To read the Warranty, see the Warranty card packaged with your Motion Tablet PC or go to the Warranty chapter in this User Guide.
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EN55022 (CISPR22) Class B ICES-003 Class B ETS 300 328 ETS 300 826 IC RSS 210 EN55024 UL and CUL, UL1950 CSA C22.2 EN60950 TUV/GS FCC Part 68 IC CS03 Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide xxi...
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Display Brightness 25 Display Rotation 25 Display screen 55 Domain name 29 Drawings 37 Dual Head Video Controller 48 DVD/CDRW 46 Enable 802.11 Wireless Radio 50 End User License Agreement 29 Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 1...
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55 Motion M-Series Digitizer Pen 14 Multimedia 52 Optical Disk Drive AC power adapter 47 cables 46 diagram 46 installation 46 Optical Disk Drives 21 Orientation changing 40 Password Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 2...
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Not Listening 51 Speech recognition 26 setting up 51 Standby 25 definition of 31 exiting 32 Power Management 45 when to use 31 Standby mode 19 Starting and stopping 30 Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 3...
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50, 56 Enable 802.11 Wireless Radio 50 FAA regulations 50, 56 setting up Wireless non-secure 50 Wireless access point connecting to 50 Writing 11 Writing with the Pen 33 xDSL 15 Motion Computing M1200 and M1300 Tablet PC User Guide 4...
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