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Thank You
Thank You!
DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. would like to thank you for purchasing a
Hammerhead computer. Great care has been taken to provide you with
a unique product designed to provide years of reliable service. The
Hammerhead rugged tablet computer is now in its eighth generation.
Each new generation builds on the strengths of the previous models to
provide you with a state-of-the-art product designed to meet the real
world needs of mobile users.
This guide provides basic information that you will need to take full
advantage of your Hammerhead computer. The Hammerhead is a tool
that is often configured to meet the precise needs of a specific
application. As a result, there are many configuration options available
and often, custom features are provided for large-scale applications. If
you do not find illustrations identical to the equipment you have
purchased or do not find needed information after having reviewed the
User's Guide, please feel free to contact Customer Service toll-free at
888-872-1100. You may also wish to visit our web site at www.drs-
ts.com/hammerhead for updated information.
This guide is intended to provide basic information on the features,
operation, care, and maintenance of the Hammerhead. It is not offered
as a technical resource to deal with larger integration issues. DRS and
its many partners will be happy to work closely with you in resolving any
challenges that you might face.
Elements of this guide are available electronically for those customers
wishing to develop their own training or technical support materials.
Requests for electronic copies can be made through the general
information request link at the www.drs-ts.com/hammerhead web site.
We thank you for purchasing the Hammerhead rugged Tablet PC and
look forward to getting to know you and assisting you in any way we can
to make your experience with the Hammerhead as rewarding as
possible.
User's Guide
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Hammerhead & Hammerhead X
DRS Tactical Systems, Inc.
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Hammerhead User's Guide –V062906
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Page 1: Thank You
Thank You! DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. would like to thank you for purchasing a Hammerhead computer. Great care has been taken to provide you with a unique product designed to provide years of reliable service. The Hammerhead rugged tablet computer is now in its eighth generation. -
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Battery Performance and Maintenance ........29 Monitoring your battery ..........29 NOTICES ............. 57 Setting the battery alarm..........29 Turning off power-consuming peripherals ....29 Using power schemes..........30 DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. Hammerhead User’s Guide –V062906 Hammerhead User’s Guide –V062906... -
Page 3: Chapter 1: Introduction
DRS often pre-installs application software for our customers. In most cases, user access to operating systems or other software is restricted. Save the Hammerhead packaging; it might be needed for possible return shipments. The serial number will be on the label located on the back of the product. -
Page 4: Accessories And Options
Chapter 1 - Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction Exterior features Accessories and options available for the Front view of the Hammerhead Hammerhead treme (Note: Hammerhead X model has the same features with the exception of the rubber bumpers and handle depicted below) - Page 5 USB port. Per the USB 2.0 Standard, the Backlight control sensor: Hammerhead can supply up to 0.5 amps of current through the The backlight control sensor automatically turns the backlight off USB port. External USB hubs are available that will supply when adequate external light is available.
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Page 6: Tips For Proper Use And Care Of Your Computer
Coaxial connector: This optional antenna connection near the center of the housing The Hammerhead is a rugged field computer, but it is an electronic allows the computer to connect an external antenna to an device and reasonable precautions should be taken: internal radio or GPS solution. -
Page 7: Chapter 2: Hardware Operation
The pen is the primary screen navigation and data entry tool for the The location of the cursor on the display is the location of input Hammerhead. Without a keyboard attached, the pen is the only regardless of the location of the pen tip. The cursor and the pen tip means of communicating with the computer. -
Page 8: Touch Operations
(For Touch computer models only. See page 12 if you have a Pen based computer.) The Lithium Ion batteries used in your Hammerhead computer offer the best technology available today. These 'Smart Batteries' provide Hammerhead users with the greatest power density and the most Touch Screen Operation accurate gas-gauge possible. -
Page 9: When To Recharge Batteries
80% of full charge, then the primary battery will charge to 80%. After both batteries reach 80%, the secondary battery When the Hammerhead is turned off, the battery status indicators will will then charge the remaining 20%, after which the primary battery will also turn off after a delay of a few seconds. -
Page 10: Where To Purchase Replacement Batteries
Avoid exposing the battery to extremely humid environments. • Avoid exposing the batteries to electrostatic discharge. The Hammerhead uses long lasting Lithium Ion batteries that are custom • made for DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. If you need to purchase Avoid extreme shock and vibration to the battery. Avoid dropping replacement batteries for your Hammerhead computer, contact your the battery. -
Page 11: Calibrating Batteries
This Smart battery charger is based on Intel’s System Management Bus (SMBus) interface for Advanced Configuration and Power Interface Most often, connectivity with the Hammerhead is via the docking (ACPI). In addition to calibration, the charger can fully charge two connector on the backside of the unit. - Page 12 The standard port replicator also doubles as a desktop stand for the Hammerhead. Simply press the male docking connector on the port replicator into the female docking connector on the back of the unit. The connectors are correctly oriented and only fit in one direction. It is impossible to join them incorrectly.
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Page 13: Desktop Docking Station
No adjustments are ever required to assure precision insertions of the docking connector. The tension of the tilt/swivel functions and the angle If the Hammerhead is equipped with video output capabilities, one COM of the keyboard tray are the only adjustments available on the port can be used as a VGA port. -
Page 14: Heater Option
CardBus/PCMCIA cards We have spent a considerable amount of time designing and The Type III slot in the Hammerhead will support both CardBus and/or implementing shock-absorbing fixtures to protect the data on the hard PCMCIA cards. CardBus and PC Cards are two alternative types of drive from damage in the likely event of an accidental fall. -
Page 15: Chapter 3: Software Operation
– even in the field. Some of the unique features and benefits of when it is fully charged. Microsoft’s XP Tablet PC Edition Operating System, which comes standard on Hammerhead Tablets, are also covered in this chapter. Setting the battery alarm CALIBRATION You can set a warning alarm that is activated when your battery falls below the levels you have defined as low and critical. -
Page 16: Using Power Schemes
Adjusting Screen Brightness and Backlight Settings to the manufacturer's documentation. The Hammerhead comes with a Utility program that provides additional functionality to your computer. To launch the Hammerhead Utilities Using power schemes program, click on the icon found in the quick launch bar. -
Page 17: Auto Backlight Settings
This full brightness range setting can be adjusted by dragging the orange line to the right or to the left. DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. Hammerhead User’s Guide –V062906 Hammerhead User’s Guide –V062906... -
Page 18: Archive Backup Image
Acronis True Image tool to be able to backup and recover an image from an external drive. QuickBack™ is a new backup and restore feature on your Hammerhead computer that allows you to make an exact copy of your hard disk's... -
Page 19: Emergency Bootable Cd
This section describes some of the unique features and benefits of The user can create an Emergency Bootable CD using the True Image Microsoft’s XP Tablet PC Edition software for your Hammerhead Tablet. Application under Windows and an attached CD/DVD disk drive with write capability. -
Page 20: Handwriting Using The Input Panel
Chapter 3 – Software Operation Chapter 3 – Software Operation How do I rotate the screen on my Hammerhead? • In the sys-tray, click on the Intel Extreme Graphics 2 icon. See figure below. • Click Graphics Options • Click Rotation •... -
Page 21: Writing Pad
URL. The characters that you enter into the character pad are immediately converted to text, so you can spot and fix any errors immediately. DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. Hammerhead User’s Guide –V062906 Hammerhead User’s Guide –V062906... -
Page 22: Speech Recognition
Chapter 3 – Software Operation Speech Recognition With a USB microphone device attached to the Hammerhead, you can use your voice either to dictate or give commands. For example, you can dictate to your Tablet PC to enter text into a program. You can use voice... -
Page 23: How To Set Pen And Screen For Left-Handed Users
You can place sticky notes directly on your desktop as quick reminders or in any OLE-enabled program, such as Word, to add electronic comments or reminders to your documents. DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. Hammerhead User’s Guide –V062906 Hammerhead User’s Guide –V062906... -
Page 24: Chapter 4: Faqs
• Device drivers for peripherals distributed by DRS reside on the Hammerhead where they can be installed as needed. How can I perform CTRL ALT DEL without a keyboard? • Contact Technical Support for assistance on any of these •... - Page 25 3. Under task bar tab menu, check “lock the taskbar.” a screen resolution other than factory default. If so, adjust the setting to factory default, reboot the unit and attempt pen alignment. DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. Hammerhead User’s Guide –V062906 Hammerhead User’s Guide –V062906...
- Page 26 • viewing in both indoor and outdoor conditions. When viewing There are several fused circuits in the Hammerhead designed to protect the applications in direct sunlight, the Reflective LCD panel makes use core electronics. In the event that the unit will not initiate the charge cycle, of natural light to illuminate the on-screen data, without the text there may be a blown fuse in the circuit.
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Page 27: Chapter 5: Warranty Information
This Limited Warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in The standard DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. Limited Warranty is valid for DRS Tactical Systems Hammerhead branded hardware products, as one year from the date of shipment. Extended warranty protection is follows: available for up to three additional years. -
Page 28: How To Obtain Warranty Service
Problems caused by using accessories, parts, or components Immediately notify DRS-Tactical Systems by calling 1-888-872-1100, or not supplied by DRS Tactical Systems; a DRS Tactical Systems Hammerhead Computers Authorized Reseller of problems encountered during the warranty period. As appropriate, 3.5.6... -
Page 29: Additional Information
Notices Once repaired or replaced under the terms specified in the Warranty, DRS Tactical Systems will return ship, pre-paid, the Products, © Copyright 2006 DRS Technologies Inc. Accessories and/or Replacement Products to the originating party. Additional Information DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. -
Page 30: Notices
1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. Hammerhead User’s Guide –V062906 Hammerhead User’s Guide –V062906... - Page 31 Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications. © 2006 DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. 1110 West Hibiscus Blvd. Melbourne, FL 32901 321-727-3672 www.drs-ts.com/walkabout DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. Hammerhead User’s Guide –V062906 Hammerhead User’s Guide –V062906...
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