PATENTS: The Motion Computing products and services may be covered by one or more of the following protected inventions. Additional patents may also be pending. US PATENTS: D480,730. OTHER PATENTS: GB3009545, BG3009546, AUS154529, CAN101617, J1188539.
CAUTION: Text set off in this way indicates that failure to follow directions in the CAUTION could result in damage to the equipment or loss of information. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide iii...
Ambient Light Sensor (ALS) automatically balances display brightness • 20GB hard drive (minimum) • Two PC333 DDR SDRAM slots with 256MB of installed RAM, upgradeable to 2GB (M1400); upgradeable to 1GB (512 x 2) for the M1400c • Integrated Intel PRO/Wireless 2200BG 802.11b/g •...
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 Computing representative or call your Motion Authorized Reseller.
Motion Computing has a complete line of accessories for your Tablet PC. OTION Visit the Motion Computing website at CCESSORIES www.motioncomputing.com/accessories for the most current accessory list. After you turn on your Tablet PC and start Windows XP, you may want to...
Motion Dashboard, as well as links to other applications are included. You can also tap the Using Your Motion Tablet icon on your desktop to access this page. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 4...
Chapter 1 Getting Started with Your Motion Tablet PC Open the Motion Dashboard The Motion Dashboard is an exclusive Motion Computing application from which you can access programs and functions as well as configure your Tablet PC. To open Dashboard, select Start>All Programs>Motion Resources>Dashboard.
Chapter 1 Getting Started with Your Motion Tablet PC from Microsoft and Motion Computing, such as system-use hints, or notices from Motion Computing about your Tablet PC. Take a Tour of Windows XP If this is your first experience with...
A display surface that lets you touch or rest your hand on it without affecting open programs or data input NOTE: For information about display care, see Chapter 4 of this User Guide. Chapter 2 Motion Tablet PC Hardware Motion Tablet PC Hardware Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 7 Chapter...
Retains a similar feel of pen on paper as the standard display NOTE: For more information about caring for the display, see Chapter 4 of this User Guide. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 8 Chapter 2 Motion Tablet PC Hardware...
ABLET The following shows the LEDs, buttons, connectors, and other components on the Tablet PC. VERVIEW Chapter 2 Motion Tablet PC Hardware Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 9...
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Fits a cable lock for securing the unit to a desk, etc. 36 Thermal vent Convection vent that dissipates heat from the Tablet PC 37 Display Standard or View Anywhere XGA 12.1-inch display Chapter 2 Motion Tablet PC Hardware Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 10...
ATTERY pack can power the Tablet PC for about 4 hours, depending on operating conditions. Extra battery packs are available from Motion Computing. NOTE: For more information about the battery LEDs, see the section “Battery Status LEDs” in this chapter; and for more information about battery care, see Chapter 4 of this User Guide.
Ctrl + Alt + Del (Windows Task Manager). Also used for domain authentication or logon screen. Secondary function programmable. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 12 Chapter 2 Motion Tablet PC Hardware Secondary Function (Press Function + this button) Alt + Tab...
CAUTION: To avoid personal injury, or the risk of fire or explosion if the battery is overheated, wait until the battery cools to room temperature before recharging or replacing it. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 13 Status Tablet PC is on.
LEDs are on, the battery has about 40% of its power remaining. You can activate the gauge by pushing the gray button next to the LEDs. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 14 Chapter 2 Motion Tablet PC Hardware Table 2-4 Action...
Type-II PC Card for networking, memory expansion, or accessory connection. 1. To install a PC Card, insert it label side up. Chapter 2 Motion Tablet PC Hardware technology consists of configuration and Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 15...
Most Tablet PC identification and system labels are located on the bottom of ABELS the unit. These include serial and model numbers as well as regulatory and Chapter 2 Motion Tablet PC Hardware Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 16...
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Motion Tablet PC Label Locations: (1) System Label; (2) Product Identification; (3) Internal Modem with label; (4) Hard Disk Drive Cover (remove to access modem) Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 17 Chapter 2 Motion Tablet PC Hardware...
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Your new Motion M1400 Tablet PC ships with the standard Motion ICROSOFT software, Motion Dashboard, and Motion CDs. In addition, it contains the OFTWARE Microsoft Windows XP for Tablet PC Edition 2005 operating system with a Tablet PC Input Panel (TIP) that includes enhanced ink-to-text experience and word recognition, in addition to an improved security infrastruction that defends against viruses, worms, and hackers.
1. If possible, back up your data files. 2. Turn off your Tablet PC. 3. Insert the Motion M1400 Operating System Recovery CD (Windows XP Professional Service Pack 2) into the CD-ROM drive and start the Tablet PC. 4. When prompted, press any key to boot from the CD.
(such as Microsoft Office), as appropriate, from the Motion Application CD. You may also want to restore your personal preferences and settings. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 21 Chapter 3 Motion Tablet PC Software...
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Power Lets you set power schemes and power button options; also displays Management battery power; controls for wireless connections Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 22 Chapter 3 Motion Tablet PC Software Table 3-1 Description Clones or duplicates the Tablet PC display on...
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~<!<@<#<$<%<^ &*()_+<>{}[ ] \ /. Like the writing pad, characters are interpreted and displayed as text below the writing line; scratch out a letter, number, or symbol and rewrite it; select an alternate characters or symbol from a drop-down list. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 24...
In addition, you can set up the firewall to block all outside sources from connecting to your system (recommended) or can make exceptions to allow communications with a certain program. Within these settings, you can Chapter 3 Motion Tablet PC Software Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 25...
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Web browsing experience. Access from Internet Explorer Tools>Internet Options>Security. You can always bypass the settings for sites of your choice by changing the options for that site. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 26 Chapter 3 Motion Tablet PC Software...
Names of the people who will be using this Tablet PC • Microsoft Office Product Keys (if you are installing Microsoft Office products, such as Word, Excel, or PowerPoint) Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 27 Chapter...
You can add users and passwords later through the Windows Control Panel if you wish.) 23. Select Next. This message appears: Thank you! Congratulations, you’re ready to go! Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 28 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
Start the Tablet PC by sliding the power switch. The power LED turns green and the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) LED intermittently flashes green. Then Windows XP launches. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Windows XP Please wait. Windows is starting up... Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 29...
• Hibernate — Completely shuts down the Tablet PC to conserve power. It takes slightly longer to restart from Hibernate than from Stand By Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 30...
Tablet PC display. Finger-tapping or writing with a PDA stylus has no effect. The pen contains a pen function button, used for right- clicking (like a mouse) and a small opening at Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 31...
FlexDock or Hardtop Keyboard. Remember that chang- ing pen or display angles affects the calibration. 3. Rotate the Tablet PC display and repeat as needed for another orien- tation. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 32 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
Tablet and Pen Settings icon in the system tray, located in the lower right-hand corner of the Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 33 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC With the Digitizer Pen Point and tap the pen on the display.
(You can also open the TIP from the TIP icon Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC that floats near where you are entering text as you in the Windows task bar.) Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 34...
IMPORTANT: If this word is not in the dictionary, you can select Add to Dictionary so it will be recognized the next time you write it. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 35 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
• Handwriting over the text equivalent • Clicking on the arrow under the letter and selecting an alternative from the drop-down menu Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 36 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
NOTE: When using the On-Screen Keyboard, be sure to place your cursor where you want to enter text in the text entry box. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 37 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
4. Select the Journal Note Writer as the printer. 5. Tap Print. 6. On the Save As screen, type in a name for the document. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 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 Tablet PC , 90 , 180 , or 270 Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 39...
You can also reset the button defaults. 7. Select OK. In the list of Actions, you should now see the new action for the button you programmed. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 40...
1. Open the Motion Dashboard. 2. Tap Off. 3. To turn the display back on, wave your pen over the display or press any key on the keyboard. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 41...
If you create a new power scheme, be sure to “Save as” so you do not overwrite a default scheme. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 42...
For more information, see the Safety and Regulatory Guide shipped with your Tablet PC or the documentation that came with the battery charger. Or go to www.motioncomputing.com/support to view these documents. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 43...
“Ambient Light Sensor (ALS)” in this chapter. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC CAUTION: To avoid damage to the Tablet PC, install only Motion Computing batteries, which are specially designed for the Tablet PC. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 44...
Base Memory-Slot A* 256MB 512MB *The Motion M1400 and M1400c have the base memory factory-installed in Slot A. If you install/reinstall only a single memory module, always install it in Slot A for best performance. NOTE: For information about the current memory upgrade modules available for your Tablet PC, go to www.motioncomputing.com/products.
Open the Motion Dashboard. b. 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 Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 47...
Extreme Graphics pop-up menu. Hints • Use a mouse pointing device and keyboard to operate in these modes. • The pen does not work in the extended mode. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 48 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
• Service rights to it (which may require an account fee, user name, password, an/or network setup through an administrator) • The access point is not broadcasting a network name (SSID: service set identifier) Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 49...
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2. Make sure the Wireless Network Connection is enabled. (If it is not, right-click on the connection and tap Enable.) 3. Right-click Wireless Network Connection tab. 4. Repeat Steps 4-7 in the previous procedure. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 50 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
Bluetooth-enabled device including keyboards, mice, printers, bar code scanners, cellular phones, PDAs, Tablet PCs, notebook PCs, and more. Built into your Motion M1400 Tablet PC is a Bluetooth wireless radio, part LUETOOTH of an emerging technology of products designed to eliminate cables through a low-powered, short-distance personal area network.
Tablet PC. • Do not install Bluetooth software from another manufacturer over the Microsoft Bluetooth software installed on the M1400. This will cause malfunction of the M1400 Bluetooth system. The Microsoft Bluetooth software is installed and ready for use in...
Bluetooth Devices icon. When the Bluetooth Devices window appears, tap the Options tab and place a checkmark beside Show the Bluetooth Devices icon in the notification area. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 53...
After this initial connection, some Bluetooth devices may disconnect when they go into power saving mode. Most will automatically reconnect when they become active again. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 54...
Look at the documentation that came with the Bluetooth device or visit the manufacturer’s website for infor- mation. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 55...
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Tap Next. NOTE: The Tablet PC may discover other Bluetooth devices and display them in this window, as shown in this example. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 56 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
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When the Completing the Add Bluetooth Device Wizard window appears, the Bluetooth installation is complete. 9. Take your device for a spin You can now begin using your Bluetooth device. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 57 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
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If the Bluetooth card in the Tablet PC still fails to detect the Bluetooth device, contact the device manufacturer or visit their website for assistance. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 58 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
Some have a small “Connect” button on the back of the mouse. Look at the doc- umentation that came with the Bluetooth device or visit the manufacturer’s web- site for information. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 59...
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Tap Next. NOTE: The Tablet PC may discover other Bluetooth devices and display them in this window, as shown in this example. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 60 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
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Bluetooth mouse will go into a power-saving mode. Simply moving the Bluetooth mouse should reactivate it. If it does not reactivate, you may need to Remove and Add the mouse. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 61 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
A Bluetooth pop-up menu appears. NOTE: Double-clicking will open the Bluetooth Devices window. Alternately, you can go to Start>All Programs>Accesso- ries>Communications>Blue- tooth File Transfer Wizard. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 62...
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Tablet PC indi- cates that it is waiting for a con- nection to another Bluetooth device. c. Skip Steps 3 and 4 and go to Step 5. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 63 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
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Bluetooth Devices win- dow. As noted earlier, this option will be grayed out if a passkey has been set up. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 64 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
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Tablet PC. Tap on the message to start the connection. NOTE: Once you establish a connection between Tablet PCs, this message will not be displayed. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 65 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
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NOTE: The files are sent and received at approximately the same rate. e. Skip Step 6 and go to Step 7. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 66 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
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Browse to the location where you want to save the file. b. Tap Next to save the file. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 67...
Once disconnected, the Use a passkey option will be available (not grayed out) and this Tablet PC will not appear in the Bluetooth Devices list. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 68 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC audio system combines the Knowles software application with two integrated Technology Components 2003 (optional with Motion Pak software) Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 69 ®...
“voice quiet” environment; microphones detect at a wider angle • Wide Angle — Widest angle of acceptance. Try starting with this setting (even for dictation) before a more restricted angle, which will Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 70...
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4. Tap Calibrate. A block of text appears. 5. Read the text aloud, speaking normally towards the Tablet PC micro- phones. This should take 20-40 seconds. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 71 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
8. (Optional) To use either Medium or Narrow Angle to dictate from a direction other than directly in front of the display, tap Calibrate and read through the calibration script. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 72...
NOTE: You can stop and restart a recording without recording over the previous one by pressing the Stop button. You have 60-seconds of recording time. 4. Press the right arrow button to play the recording. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 73...
• Even with the Narrow Angle setting, if a sound is loud enough and within the angle of acceptance (no matter how distant), the sound will be picked up by the M1400 microphones. The advantage of the M1400 is that it detects fewer extraneous sounds than other audio systems. You can further limit the detection of these outside sounds by turning down the microphone volume and speaking louder;...
These basic configuration steps will enroll you in OmniPass and let you log onto your Tablet PC with your fingerprint. INGERPRINT EADER Enrolling with OmniPass 1. Tap start>All Programs>Sof- tex>OmniPass Enrollment Wiz- ard. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 75...
See “Hints for a Successful Fingerprint Capture” after Step 8 for scanning suggestions. 6. After you have practiced, tap Next. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 76 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
• When scanning, press hard enough to fully contact both the gold ring and the sensor. You do not have to press hard. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 77 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC orientation (that is, rotated so the...
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A finger injury could prevent an authorization and block access to your ac- counts. 12. Repeat Steps 7-10 to enroll a second fingerprint. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 78 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
IMPORTANT: To restore a lost or corrupted OmniPass configuration and encryption keys, back up and store a copy of your user profile(s) in a safe place. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 79...
You can also access these sites with your password. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 80 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
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10. Tap Finish to complete the “Remember Password” procedure. The site location, the credentials to access the site, and the OmniPass authentication settings for the site are now stored in the OmniPass secure database. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 81 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
Tablet PC. Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC NOTE: You can remove a remembered site through the OmniPass Control Center’s Vault Management>Management Passwords option. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 82...
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If this happens, contact Motion Computing Technical Support at www.motioncomputing.com/support for assistance. Have your Tablet PC Serial number available (located on the label on the back of the system). The level of security you want on your Tablet PC helps determine what BIOS password(s) you set.
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• Exit Discarding Changes • Load Setup Defaults • Discard Changes • Save Changes 11. Select the desired action. 12. Confirm the selection by tapping Yes. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 84 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
CAUTION: Be sure to follow the guidelines listed below when caring for your Tablet PC and its components. Improper use may damage the Tablet PC and/or its components and void the warranty. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 85...
Do not store the pen vertically on the tip. Constant tip pressure can affect the pen-to-digitizer interaction. Change the pen tip regularly. See the CAUTION and the section “Replac- • ing the Pen Tips.” Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 86 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
3. Insert a new tip (2). 4. Apply slight pressure to push it into place. Ordering New Pens To order additional pens, visit the Motion Computing website at www.motioncomputing.com/accessories. Here are some tips for traveling with your Tablet PC: RAVELING •...
• Consult your insurance company and credit card company to learn about emergency travel assistance in the event your Tablet PC becomes lost or disabled. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 88 Chapter 4 Using Your Motion Tablet PC...
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 do not see a solution among the following system and software issues, check the section “Support Options” in this chapter or go to our website at www.motioncomputing.com/support.
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The Tablet PC has attempted to spread the image of a window or desktop beyond the screen area of the active monitor. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 90 Connect the AC adapter to provide power to the Tablet PC and charge the battery.
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This enables the right-click function of the pen. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 91 Adjust brightness from the Motion Dashboard. Reset resolution to 1024 x 768...
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The Tablet PC isn’t fully seated in the Motion FlexDock. Connecting a headset or external speakers mutes the built-in speakers. Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 92 • 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 M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 93 Open the Motion Dashboard and adjust the speaker volume by sliding the volume slider or uncheck the Mute button.
Do not use tissues or paper towels to clean the screen. They contain wood fibers and may scratch the surface. Will scratches affect the display/digitizer’s performance? Testing has not found appreciable loss of performance on a scratched display. Appendix A Troubleshooting and Support Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 94...
Motion Computing currently provides limited warranties on Motion products and accessories. See the Warranty packaged with your Motion product or accessory or visit our website at www.motioncomputing.com. In addition, Motion Computing offers extended warranties along with various screen and configuration insurance programs. Visit our website at www.motioncomputing.com/support.
Intel 855GME integrated graphics with UMA rotational support Rotation: 0 , 90 , 180 , 270 External Monitor Resolution Support: 1800 x 1440 (maximum) 10/100: Realtek RTL8100BL LAN on the daughterboard PCTEL® MDC V.92 56.6Kbps/14.4Kbps transceiver fax Motion Computing M1400 Tablet PC User Guide 96 Appendix...
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New accessories may be added from time to time. For a list of the currently available accessories, see the Motion website at www.motioncomputing.com/accessories. Contact your Motion Computing reseller or go to the Motion Computing support website at www.motioncomputing.com/support. FCC 15, Class B...
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