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  • Page 2 Bluetooth is a trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. (Special Interest Group). The Bluetooth trademark is owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. USA. BlueSoleil is a trademark of IVT Corporation. Dialogue Technology Corporation is a registered trademark. FlyBook is a trademark of the Dialogue Technology Corporation.
  • Page 3 ii — • Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. • Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. • Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. • Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    — iii Table of Contents Getting Started with the VM - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 1 About this manual ........1 Unpacking .
  • Page 5 iv — Install spyware blocker ......24 Networking your computer - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - 25 Determining IP address settings .

  • Page 6: Getting Started With The Vm

    Getting Started with the VM About this manual This User manual provides information to help you operate and get the most from your computer. Read the Setup guide to quickly set up and begin using your computer. Unpacking Unpack the VM and check that the following items are included: VM computer Carry bag Standard 3-cell battery...

  • Page 7: Front-Left View

    2 — Getting Started with the VM Front-left view 1. S TEREO ICROPHONE • Use the built-in stereo microphone for recording sound and video- conferencing with friends. 2. P OWER BUTTON • Press and hold the power button for two seconds to turn on the com- puter.
  • Page 8 Front-left view — 3 6. M ICROPHONE JACK • Connect a microphone to the microphone jack. 7. E THERNET CONNECTOR • Connect the computer to your home or office network (LAN) with the Ethernet connector. 8. USB CONNECTORS • Connect USB devices such such as printers or flash drives to the USB connectors.

  • Page 9: Right View

    4 — Getting Started with the VM Right view 1. DVD/CD-RW COMBO DRIVE • Playback your favorite DVDs or burn CDs on the combo drive. 2. DVD/CD-RW LED • Flashes when the combo drive is accessed. 3. DVD/CD-RW EJECT BUTTON •...

  • Page 10: Led Descriptions

    LED descriptions — 5 LED descriptions ATTERY ADAPTER CONNECTED • Green: The battery is in use and has has more than 10% capacity. • Blinking red: The battery has less than 10% capacity. ADAPTER CONNECTED • Blinking green: The battery is charging. •...
  • Page 11 6 — Getting Started with the VM • Blinking: Data is being transmitted or received. The wireless WAN module is available on some VM models. ™ LUETOOTH • Slow blinking: The Bluetooth module is on standby. • Fast blinking: Data is being transmitted or received. UM LOCK •...

  • Page 12: Installing The Battery

    Installing the battery — 7 Installing the battery 1. Align the guides on the sides of the battery with the guides in the bay and then install the battery. 2. Slide the battery release to the closed position. 3. Slide the battery lock to the locked position. User manual...

  • Page 13: Connecting The Ac Adapter

    8 — Getting Started with the VM Connecting the AC adapter 1. Connect the AC adapter connector (A) to the AC jack on the computer . 2. Connect the AC cable (B) to the AC adapter. 3. Connect the other end of the AC cable (C) to an electrical outlet. The power LED and the battery charge LED light.

  • Page 14: Adjusting The Display

    Adjusting the display — 9 Adjusting the display Your computer display can adjusted vertically on the rear support and it can be tilted away from the support to a horizontal position. 1. Open the display. 2. Slide the display upwards on the rear support. User manual...
  • Page 15 10 — Getting Started with the VM 3. Hold the display at the bottom and pull it away from the rear support to the angle you want. 4. Adjust the rear support further to the position you want. Flybook...

  • Page 16: Using The Fingerprint Reader

    Using the fingerprint reader — 11 Using the fingerprint reader The fingerprint reader allows you to control access to your computer. To enroll your finger: 1. Click Start -> All Programs -> Fingerprint Application Suite -> PCA250 -> First-time Wizard. Follow the instructions in the Wizard. 2.

  • Page 17: Using The Keyboard And Touchpad

    12 — Using the keyboard and touchpad Using the keyboard and touchpad Your computer’s mini-size keyboard and touchpad provide similar functionality as a standard keyboard and mouse. Using the touchpad The touchpad consists of a pad and two click-buttons. The left and right buttons correspond to the left and right buttons on a mouse.
  • Page 18 Using the fingerprint reader — 13 The Fn key functions are described below. NumLk Insert Delete Pause Scr Lk Prt Sc SysRq Break & Backspace " Caps Lock Enter < > Shift Shift PgUp Ctrl Ctrl Home PgUp • Fn + F1: Changes video output to an external display. •...

  • Page 19: Using The Numeric Keypad

    14 — Using the keyboard and touchpad • Fn + SysRq: Terminal request. This key is rarely used. • Fn + Home: Moves the pointer to the beginning of a line in text. • Fn + End: Moves the pointer to the end of a line in text. •...
  • Page 20 Using the fingerprint reader — 15 • Caps Lock: Toggles uppercase on and off. Refer to the Windows® start here booklet for additional keyboard shortcuts. User manual...

  • Page 21: Connecting Devices

    16 — Connecting devices Connecting devices This section covers peripheral devices that you can use with the VM. Connecting audio devices Your computer has a built-in microphone and speaker. You can also connect an external microphone and headset. 1. Connect speakers or headphones to the headphone jack. Flybook...
  • Page 22 Connecting audio devices — 17 2. Connect a microphone to the microphone jack. The Realtek Sound Manager automatically opens allowing you to configure audio devices. The built-in speakers and microphone are automati- cally disabled when you connect external speakers or a microphone.

  • Page 23: Connecting Usb Devices

    18 — Connecting devices Connecting USB devices There are two Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors on the computer. You can connect USB devices such as printers or flash drives to either connector. Be sure the USB icon on the connector is facing AUTION upwards as shown below.

  • Page 24: Connecting An External Display

    Connecting an external display — 19 Connecting an external display You can connect an external monitor or LCD to your computer with a resolution up to 1800 x 1440. Check the user manual of the display to be sure it supports this resolution.

  • Page 25: Using An Expresscard

    20 — Connecting devices Using an ExpressCard You can use 34 mm-wide and 54 mm-wide ExpressCards with your computer. Do not insert an ExpressCard when the computer is in standby or hibernate mode. If you do, when you try to resume the computer it may not respond.
  • Page 26 Using an ExpressCard — 21 2. Insert the card into the slot. User manual...

  • Page 27: Flybook Control Center

    22 — Flybook control center Flybook control center The Flybook Control Center lets you quickly enable or disable wireless options and change settings such as volume and display mode. You can also check system health with this utility. Opening the control center To open the Control Center, click the Flybook icon in the system tray and select Restore.

  • Page 28: Securing And Backing Up Your System

    Before you go online — 23 Securing and backing up your system Before you go online Connecting your computer to the Internet opens the way to potential threats such as viruses and spyware. To best secure your computer purchase security software (or download it from a secure system), and then install it on your com- puter before you connect it to the Internet.

  • Page 29: Install Virus Protection

    24 — Securing and backing up your system Install virus protection Your computer is installed with a free three-month trial of Norman Virus Control. To check your virus settings, click start -> All Programs -> Norman Virus Control -> Configuration Editor. Click Help for more information. Install a Firewall A firewall protects your computer by blocking or allowing traffic between your computer and the Internet.

  • Page 30: Networking Your Computer

    Determining IP address settings — 25 Networking your computer Your computer has an Ethernet connector that you can use to connect to a wired network at home or in the office. If you have a wireless access point, you can also get online using the built-in wireless LAN of your computer. Determining IP address settings To access a network, your computer must have a network IP address.

  • Page 31: Bluetooth

    26 — Networking your computer 1. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connector on the computer. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to your router or switch. It takes a few minutes for your router to assign an IP address to your com- puter.

  • Page 32: Using The Built-In Webcam

    Bluetooth — 27 Using the built-in Webcam Your computer features a built-in Webcam that is already set up and ready to use. Use your Webcam to make live video calls and keep in touch with friends and family. APTURING VIDEO 1.

  • Page 33: Ergonomics

    28 — Ergonomics Ergonomics Ergonomics is the science of equipment design, particulary for working situa- tions, with the intention of reducing discomfort. Ergonomic products, such as keboards or mice, are designed to blend smoothly with your actions. When using your computer try to develop good habits such as the following: •...
  • Page 34 Bluetooth — 29 • Position the display to avoid glare from overhead lighting. Adjust the dis- play to achieve an optimal viewing angle as shown above. • Approximately arms-length is a good viewing distance to the display. • Use a comfortable chair that provides good back support. •...

  • Page 35: Caring For Your Computer

    30 — Caring for your computer Caring for your computer After you unpack your computer, store the packing materials in case you want to ship the computer or if you have to return it for servicing. Your notebook computer is a precision instrument that should be handled with care.

  • Page 36: Cleaning The Computer

    Cleaning the computer — 31 Cleaning the computer Before cleaing the computer, turn it off, unplug the ac adapter, and then remove the battery. Wipe the display with a clean soft cloth. If you use a mild glass cleaner to clean the display, spray a little on the cloth and then wipe the display.

  • Page 37: The Bios Setup Utility

    32 — The BIOS setup utility The BIOS setup utility The BIOS setup utility lets you change core settings on your computer such as the system time, boot order, and auto-repeat rate for your keyboard. Most users will find the default settings are already optimal for their needs. Be clear on changes your make to the BIOS.

  • Page 38: The Advanced Menu

    The Advanced menu — 33 YSTEM Sets your system to the time that you specify (usually the current time). The for- mat is hour, minute, second. Insert the appropriate information. Use the Tab or Shift + Tab keys to move between the hour, minute, and second fields. YSTEM Sets your system to the date that you specify (usually the current date).

  • Page 39: The Intel Menu

    34 — The BIOS setup utility The Intel menu Select the item from the menu bar to display the following menu: The Security menu Select the item from the menu bar to display the following menu: Flybook...

  • Page 40: The Boot Menu

    The Boot menu — 35 The Boot menu Select the item from the menu bar to display the following menu: The Exit menu After you finish making changes to the BIOS use the Exit menu to close the BIOS setup and restart your system. Select the item from the menu bar to dis- play the following menu: User manual...
  • Page 41 36 — The BIOS setup utility Flybook...

  • Page 42: Troubleshooting And Specifications

    Tips for Troubleshooting — 37 Troubleshooting and specifications Tips for Troubleshooting In each problem-specific section, try the steps in the order suggested. This may help you to solve the problem more quickly. Try to pin point the problem and thus avoid replacing non-defective parts. Keep a record of the steps you take when troubleshooting: The information may be useful when calling for technical support or for passing on to service personnel.

  • Page 43: General Hardware Problems

    38 — Troubleshooting and specifications General Hardware Problems A few common hardware problems and suggested solutions are presented in the table below: HE DISPLAY SCREEN IS DARK Adjust the screen brightness. Make sure that the computer is not in suspend mode. N INCORRECT DATE AND TIME ARE DISPLAYED Correct the date and time using the DOS DATE and TIME commands or the options in the Setup Utility.
  • Page 44 Identifying Problems — 39 OMPUTER TART OR If the power indicator is not on, the computer is without power. Make sure you have properly attached the AC adapter and power cord, or have installed a charged battery. If the computer is running on battery power, ensure that the battery charge is not low.
  • Page 45 40 — Troubleshooting and specifications UDIO UTPUT The audio system is closed or the volume of audio system is too low. Use hot keys or Flybook Control Center to open the audio system and adjust the vol- ume. The audio output is disabled or too low for the audio application. Open the audio output and adjust the volume.

  • Page 46: Having The Vm Serviced

    Having the VM Serviced — 41 Check the setting of the protocol, work group, shared setting, and IP address. ANNOT HARGE ATTERY OR OSING OWER UICKLY Verify that the battery is properly installed and it is not too hot or too cold. Calibrate the battery.

  • Page 47: Specifications

    42 — Specifications Specifications Model Wireless PAN: Bluetooth 2.0 with antenna built-in IEEE 802.11 a/b/g (Intel 3945) with antenna built-in Wireless LAN: (Europe / NA / Japan) Processor: Intel LV DUO 1.66GHz Main Memory: 1 ~ 2GB DDR2 Core Logic: Intel 945GM Chipset: ICH7M...
  • Page 48 Having the VM Serviced — 43 IN POWER SUPPLY THROUGH IN POWER JACK Input rating: 19Vdc, 3.42A , 65W Maximum operating temperature (ambient): 40 degree C AC A DAPTER Model no.: SADP-65KB DBE Input rating: 100-240Vac, 50-60Hz, 1.5A Output rating:19Vdc, 3.42A, Class I, marked LPS ATTERY 3 cell 18650 Li-Ion rechargeable battery pack Charging: Direct DC charging...
  • Page 49 44 — Specifications Flybook...

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