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Texas Instruments TM5000 Series User Manual

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TM5000 Series
Notebook Computers
9805807-0001
August 1995

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide TM5000 Series Notebook Computers 9805807-0001 August 1995...
  • Page 2 Texas Instruments Incorporated. TravelMate and BatteryPro are trademarks of Texas Instruments Incorporated. The icons in the Windows Notebook and Startup groups are copyrighted by Texas Instruments Incorporated.

  • Page 3: Fcc Notice

    This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
  • Page 4 Use Conditions This part complies with Part 15 of the Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Preface Chapter 1 Before You Begin Creating Backup Diskettes ...1-2 System Files Recovery Diskette ...1-3 Features...1-4 Environment ...1-6 Usage...1-7 Standby and Suspend ...1-9 Safety Ring...1-10 Rear Port Covers ...1-11 Using the AC Adapter ...1-13 Introduction to the PCI Bus...1-15 Chapter 2 Using Your Computer Starting the Computer ...2-2 Brightness ...2-3 Eject Buttons ...2-4...
  • Page 6 Contents Standby and Suspend ...3-8 Battery LEDs ...3-9 Inserting the Battery Pack ...3-11 Removing the Battery Pack...3-12 Charging the Battery ...3-13 Utilities ...3-14 Caring for Your Battery ...3-15 Chapter 4 Options AC Adapter ...4-2 PCMCIA ...4-3 Numeric Keypad...4-6 Using External Monitors ...4-7 Memory...4-8 Microphone and Headphone Kit ...4-9 SIR Options...4-10...
  • Page 7 Chapter 7 Care and Troubleshooting Cleaning the Computer ...7-2 Troubleshooting Tips ...7-3 Startup Error Messages...7-4 Recovering from a Configuration Loss...7-6 Appendix A Where to Get Help Index Contents...
  • Page 8 VGA monitor (not supplied with the system). The following figure displays a TM5000 Series computer. TravelMate 5000 Series computer This manual should answer most of the...
  • Page 9 ® documentation for information on MS-DOS and Windows for Workgroups 3.11. This User’s Guide and the TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide are provided online for your conenience. You should also take advantage of the online help files that are available with almost all of the programs shipped with your computer.

  • Page 10: Before You Begin

    Before You Begin After completing procedures in the Quick Start instructions, read this chapter to learn about important functions of your computer. Some, such as Creating Backup Diskettes, should be performed as soon as possible after the purchase of your computer. Contents Creating Backup Diskettes ...1-2 System Files Recovery Diskette ...1-3...

  • Page 11: Creating Backup Diskettes

    Creating Backup Diskettes You should create your backup system diskettes as soon as possible after purchasing your notebook. There are two methods for creating backup system diskettes: Use the DiskMaker utility from Windows. To use this utility, double-click on the DiskMaker icon in the TravelMate Notebook Center Group.

  • Page 12: System Files Recovery Diskette

    You are provided a System Files Recovery diskette with your computer. This is a bootable diskette with backup software and enables you to restore minimum system files. For further information, refer to Quick Start instructions or the online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide.

  • Page 13: Features

    Features The following table displays TM5000 Series standard features: PCI Architecture Memory Video Memory Graphics Accelerator Yes Displays Sound PCMCIA PCI Bus MIDI Bus Serial Port Parallel Port External Keyboard Port External PS/2 Mouse Port External PS/2 Numeric Keypad Port...
  • Page 14 Hard Drive Internal Pointing Device TM5000 524-Million Byte (500 MB) or 810-Million Byte (772 MB) on VL Local Bus Features TM5000SE 524-Million Byte (500 MB)

  • Page 15: Environment

    Environment This section provides information on the optimum operating environment for your TM5000 Series notebook computer: Temperature Operating: Storage: Relative Humidity (Noncondensing) Operating: Storage: Shock: Operating: Storage: Vibration: Operating: Storage: to 95 C to 35 to 140 (-20 C to +60...

  • Page 16: Usage

    Usage Never pick up or carry your unit by the LCD. Usage Never use the computer in harsh environments where it could be subjected to rapid temperature changes and excessive dust. Never expose the computer to excessive vibration. Never expose the hard disk or floppies to strong magnetic fields, such as those generated by audio system speakers or telephone handsets.
  • Page 17 (smoke or a strange smell): 1. Turn the power to the off ( 2. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the power source. 3. Remove battery pack(s). 4. Contact your Texas Instruments dealer. ) position.

  • Page 18: Standby And Suspend

    Standby and Suspend Standby and Suspend Standby and Suspend modes may be used to put your computer to "sleep" whenever it is not actively being used. These two modes assist in saving battery power and allow you to make some hardware configuration changes without turning the computer off.

  • Page 19: Safety Ring

    Safety Ring Your TM5000 Series computer comes with a safety ring. To physically secure your computer, complete the following steps: 1. Insert a thin, sharp instrument into the space on the right side of the computer just above area displaying a lock.

  • Page 20: Rear Port Covers

    Rear Port Covers Rear Port Covers The ports on the rear of the TM5000 Series computer are protected by plastic covers. To open these covers, press the button. Push Button to Open Opening the rear port covers When the notebook is in storage or not in use, you may close the rear port covers by pressing each downward until they click into place.
  • Page 21 Rear Port Covers Push Doors to Close Closing rear port covers 1-12...

  • Page 22: Using The Ac Adapter

    DC Connector Male Plug Adapter Caution: Use only the AC Adapter supplied with your computer. Another adapter may damage your computer. To connect the AC adapter, complete the following steps: 1. Connect the female connector of the AC cord to the inlet on the AC Adapter.
  • Page 23 Using the AC Adapter 2. Plug the DC connector into the matching jack on the left rear panel of the computer. 3. Plug the male end of the AC cord into a wall receptacle using the correct voltage. 4. Turn the computer on or press any key if your system is in sleep mode.

  • Page 24: Introduction To The Pci Bus

    High end processing speeds offer growth protection for your system. Your system processor operates quickly and independently of the PCI Bus. For further information on the PCI bus, refer to your online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide. Introduction to the PCI Bus 1-15...
  • Page 25 Using Your Computer Before beginning this chapter, ensure you have read and understood Chapter 1. Chapter 2 describes how to start and use your TM5000 Series computer. Contents Starting the Computer ...2-2 Brightness ...2-3 Eject Buttons ...2-4 Using LED Indicators ...2-6 Using the Pointing Device...2-10 Volume Control ...2-11 Using Disk Drives ...2-12...

  • Page 26: Starting The Computer

    Starting the Computer Power switch Power Switch Power switch Turns the computer on and off for both AC and battery operation. With the power switch in the off ( continues to charge; however, all computer functions cease. ) position, the battery Starting the Computer...

  • Page 27: Brightness

    Brightness Control Note: Some TM5000 Series models may have a second slide control that is used for contrast control. Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the illuminated screen. Moving the control up increases the brightness of the display and moving the control down decreases the brightness of the display.

  • Page 28: Eject Buttons

    Eject Buttons There are four eject buttons on TM5000 Series computers. They include: Two for each PCMCIA card (if two type II cards are installed). Moving the PCMCIA eject button to the left ejects the PCMCIA card from the top (using the left button) or bottom (using the right button) of the PCMCIA slot.
  • Page 29 Eject Buttons Right Battery Left Eject Battery Button Eject Button Battery eject...

  • Page 30: Using Led Indicators

    Using LED Indicators There are several LED indicators on TM5000 Series notebook computers. These indicators reflect the status of certain functions as you are using the system. This section discusses LED indicators for TM5000 Series computers in further detail. Power Indicator Battery...
  • Page 31 Using LED Indicators Battery LEDs (left) Battery Status (left) Battery There are four LEDs on the front of each battery compartment. These indicate the remaining battery charge from low (first LED on left) to high (fourth LED from left). Red indicates nearly depleted battery. If battery LEDs are not lit, press the Battery Status button.
  • Page 32 Using LED Indicators Floppy Disk Indicator (FDD) Scroll Lock Lock Lock CAP Lock Indicator (CAP) NumLk Indicator (NUM) Lights when the CPU writes to or reads from the floppy drive. Caution: Never remove a floppy from the drive while the Floppy Disk indicator is on.
  • Page 33 Using LED Indicators SCROLL Lit when the scroll lock function is toggled on using the ScrLk key. LOCK Indicator (SCR)

  • Page 34: Using The Pointing Device

    Using the Pointing Device The embedded pointing device offers a unique and efficient way of pointing and selecting in a Windows environment. The following figure displays the embedded pointing device. The Point The Point touch-sensitive. To move your cursor, place your finger on The Point and push in the direction you want your cursor to go.

  • Page 35: Volume Control

    Ctrl-Alt-U - increases the speaker volume. To control microphone volume, use Pocket Mixer, refer to Chapter 5 of this manual. For more detailed information, refer to your TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide. Note: To prevent feedback from the internal microphone and speaker, select Mute from Pocket Mixer.

  • Page 36: Using Disk Drives

    Failure to observe the following precautions can damage both the floppy drive and the data on the floppy: 2-12 The TM5000 Series notebook comes with a 524-million byte (500 MB) or 810-million byte (772 MB) replaceable 2.5 inch hard drive. The hard disk is formatted and loaded with software during manufacture.
  • Page 37 Using Disk Drives Insert the floppy into the floppy drive slot with the label side up and the metal-shutter end first. Gently push the floppy into the floppy drive slot until the floppy clicks into place. To remove a floppy, press the eject button until the floppy pops out.

  • Page 38: Memory

    ( accomplished by upgrading from 8 MB of memory to up to 32 MB of memory. Refer to Chapter 4, Options, to the online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide, or to the installation instructions that come with optional memory for further information.

  • Page 39: Using The Keyboard

    Using the Keyboard The computer has many special keys, but most of them depend on an application for their functionality. The following keys have special functions at the command level of within many programs. Single Keys Pause Stops a command or application; primarily used to stop the screen from scrolling;...

  • Page 40: Unlabeled Combination Keys

    Using the Keyboard Unlabeled Combination Keys Ctrl-P Ctrl-Alt-Esc Loads the Ctrl-Alt-Del Terminates all programs, reloads Ctrl-Alt- Ctrl-Alt- Ctrl-Alt-D Ctrl-Alt-U 2-16 Sets the computer to echo keystrokes to the printer; prints a line when you press Enter; continues until you press Ctrl-P again -based Setup program and executes the AUTOEXEC...

  • Page 41: Using The Internal Numeric Keypad

    The keyboard has an embedded keypad that provides the same functions as the discrete numeric keypad on an AT The embedded numeric keypad keys shown in the following figure generate AT-keypad characters and functions when pressed in conjunction with NumLk and Fn. The embedded numeric keypad has three modes you can enter by toggling NumLk (FN-ScrLk) as signaled by the NumLk indicator: on, blinking, or...

  • Page 42: Numlk Blinking

    Using the Internal Numeric Keypad NumLk Blinking When the NumLk indicator is blinking—caused by pressing the NumLk key while the NumLk indicator is illuminated—the embedded numeric keypad becomes a temporary numeric keypad that does not require pressing any other key. This mode is particularly useful when you have to enter many numbers.

  • Page 43: Using Connectors And Ports

    Using Connectors and Ports This section provides a description of connectors and ports on the rear and right side panel of the TM5000 Series notebook computer. Caution: Turn off the computer before connecting external devices. PCMCIA Rear ports The serial infrared (SIR) port allows you to...
  • Page 44 Using Connectors and Ports Parallel (25-pin) Serial (9-pin) External Monitor (15-pin) PCI Bus 2-20 cards. For further information on the PCMCIA option, refer to Chapter 4, Options. Connects to a parallel printer or other device that uses a standard parallel interface.
  • Page 45 Using Connectors and Ports Connects to miscellaneous sound input devices such as a radio or CD player. (Not available with TM5020SE models.) Connects to miscellaneous sound output devices such as a headphones or speakers. (Not available with TM5020SE models.) DC In Connects the AC Adapter output connector to this jack to recharge the battery and supply ac power to the computer.
  • Page 46 Using Connectors and Ports 10 PS/2 11 MIC 2-22 Connects to an external PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 Numeric Keypad, or a PS/2 mouse may be connected to this port. If you are connecting a 101-type keyboard, a 101 to PS/2 keyboard adapter must be purchased. Connects to external microphone.

  • Page 47: Internal Speaker And Microphone

    Internal Speaker and Microphone The TM5000 notebook computer comes with an internal speaker and microphone. (This feature is not available on TM5020SE models.) These features give direct sound generation and recording capability in the system. The following figure displays the output location of the internal speakers and microphone.
  • Page 48 Internal Speakers and Microphone Microphone Latch 2-24...

  • Page 49: Using Battery Power

    Using Battery Power The primary difference between using battery power and AC power is the limited time you can operate under battery power before you must recharge. This chapter covers charging the battery and maximizing the time between charges and assumes that you installed and charged the battery as directed in the Quick Start instructions.

  • Page 50: Guidelines For Battery Use

    (or one on the TM5020SE models). Keeping an extra, fully-charged battery pack on hand can extend the time you can operate your computer. TM5000 Series computers allow you to replace depleted batteries with charged batteries when the computer still in operational mode (hot pluggable).

  • Page 51: Switching To Battery Power

    Switching to Battery Power This procedure should only be done if your batteries currently have charge remaining. To determine the current charge state of the battery, press and hold the battery status button on the front of the battery pack. The Lithium-ION battery packs are "hot-pluggable".

  • Page 52: Responding To Low Battery Conditions

    Responding to Low Battery Conditions When the battery has 5% to 10% of its charge remaining, the Low Battery indicator at the top of the keyboard flashes red. The LED on the front of the battery pack that is closest to the left turns red as your battery nears complete discharge.

  • Page 53: Low Battery Conditions

    Low Battery Conditions If you are in Windows, double-click on the Shutdown icon to exit all active applications as well as Windows. Press Fn-F4 or Suspend to put the computer into sleep mode whenever you are not actively using the computer. Turn off the computer if it does not need to be active.
  • Page 54 Responding to Low Battery Conditions The computer has two ways to give you advanced warning that the battery is nearing depletion. As the charge in the battery is reduced, peak power loads, such as disk accesses, can cause the Low Battery indicator to indicate low battery power for short periods of time.

  • Page 55: Checking The Battery Charge

    Checking Battery Charge Checking Battery Charge When you receive new batteries, ensure they are fully charged. To check the charge of any Lithium-ION battery, press the battery status button on the front of the battery pack. The LEDs indicate the current charge. For more information, refer to Battery LEDs and Charging the Battery later in this document.

  • Page 56: Standby And Suspend

    Standby and Suspend Standby and Suspend are the two methods for putting your computer to "sleep." This can save battery power when you are not actively using your computer. Refer to Chapter 1 for detailed information on these functions. Caution: Using the Suspend/Standby modes for too long can discharge the battery point that it can no longer power both computer will not come out of Standby mode...

  • Page 57: Battery Leds

    If both battery packs are installed in the computer, they deplete in parallel. When the battery charge gets low, the Low Battery indicator (located above the power switch on the keyboard) flashes red. When the batteries are extremely low, the unit automatically goes into sleep mode for several minutes.
  • Page 58 Battery LEDs How Many LEDs Lit? What Color? Low battery state. Press the Battery Status button to view LEDs. Battery Status only displays the LEDs for a short period, so you may need to press the button again if the LEDs go dark.

  • Page 59: Inserting The Battery Pack

    Inserting the Battery Pack Inserting the Battery Pack To install the battery pack into TravelMate TM5000 Series computers, turn the battery so that the rounded corners along the length of the battery match the rounded corners of the battery slots. The LEDs must be facing outward. Insert the battery until it clicks and locks into place.

  • Page 60: Removing The Battery Pack

    Removing the Battery Pack To remove a battery pack, complete the following steps: 1. Slide the left eject button on the top of the notebook to the left to release the left battery. Slide the right eject button to the left to release the right battery.

  • Page 61: Charging The Battery

    This section covers how to charge your battery in the notebook computer. Caution: Never recharge the battery differently from the procedures described in this document. To recharge your batteries in the notebook, complete the following steps: 1. Install the battery pack in your computer (if not already installed).

  • Page 62: Utilities

    Utilities Battery Status Double-click on the Battery Status icon in the TravelMate Notebook Center group to display the battery level icon at the bottom of your screen. To view the Battery Level Settings, single click on the icon to display the menu and select Settings...

  • Page 63: Caring For Your Battery

    Caring for Your Battery The following operating tips for your notebook can help you prolong the life of a battery charge: Keep the brightness level. Reducing brightness even a small amount can significantly reduce power consumption and increase operating time. Press FN-F4 or Suspend whenever you are not actively using the computer.
  • Page 64 Caring for Your Battery Use one of the Setup programs to disable ports you are not using. Use only Texas Instruments options, which are designed to operate with the least possible energy consumption. Third-party options, such as , and mouse devices, can drain the battery more quickly.
  • Page 65 This chapter provides information on Options available for use with your TM5000 Series computer. For further information on options, please refer to the installation instructions that come with the specific option or to the online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide.

  • Page 66: Ac Adapter

    AC Adapter The AC adapter charges the internal battery packs and operates the computer on AC power whether or not a battery pack is installed. The AC adapter can be operated anywhere between 100 - 240 volts AC and has a detachable AC power cord.

  • Page 67: Pcmcia

    ® XJACK network connection The TM5000 Series computer supports two type I or type II or one Type III PCMCIA option card. To insert new PCMCIA cards, you must first open the door to the PCMCIA slot(s) and then insert the card.
  • Page 68 Card PCMCIA Ethernet 10Base2 Thin Coax Card To install your PCMCIA option card(s), refer to instructions in the online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide, the Installation Instructions (TI Part No. 9798097-0001) that came with your PCMCIA card, and the Phoenix PCMCIA User’s Guide supplied with your notebook.
  • Page 69 PCMCIA To eject your PCMCIA option card(s), slide the left (for the top PCMCIA slot) or right (for the bottom PCMCIA slot) PCMCIA buttons to the left. Left PCMCIA Button Right PCMCIA Button PCMCIA eject buttons...

  • Page 70: Numeric Keypad

    (see Connector’s and Ports in Chapter 2). For further information on the PS/2 Numeric Keypad, refer to instructions in the online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide or the Installation Instructions that came with your keypad (TI Part No. 2581382-0001).

  • Page 71: Using External Monitors

    Using External Monitors You can also connect the computer to external monitors, many of which can display resolutions higher than 640 x 480. When the external monitor is configured for 640 display on the external monitor. This feature is called Simul and is enabled in the System Setup SCAN...

  • Page 72: Memory

    8 MB or 16 MB memory expansion board (described above). For further information on memory, refer to the online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide or the Installation Instructions (TI Part No. 9786283-0001) that came with your optional memory.

  • Page 73: Microphone And Headphone Kit

    Microphone and Headphone Kit If you have a TM5000 notebook, your computer comes preconfigured with software that supports the optional external microphone and headphone. You can order this option by calling 1-800-TI-TEXAS and asking for TI Part Number 9793399. To plug in your microphone, insert the plug into the Mic port on your notebook.

  • Page 74: Sir Options

    SIR Options The Serial Infrared (SIR) port offers wireless communication with other TM5000 notebooks or with a variety of IRDA-compliant devices made by other manufacturers. Ensure that the third-party manufacturer supplies you with the appropriate SIR drivers before attempting connection. Note: This feature is not available on TM5020SE models.
  • Page 75 SIR Options Guide or the online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide that came with your computer. 4-11...

  • Page 76: Misc. Options

    Misc. Options There are additional options available for use with your TM5000 Series computer. These include: Batteries Carrying Case PS/2 Mouse 4-12 You can purchase spare batteries (TI Part Number 9786247-0001) for your TM5000 Series computer. For information on Lithium-ION batteries, refer to Chapter 3, Using Battery Power.
  • Page 77 Misc. Options Printers You can connect almost any parallel printer to the parallel port or a serial printer to the serial port. Texas Instruments makes a variety of laser and ink jet printers you can use with your computer. 4-13...
  • Page 78 This chapter describes the software supplied with the computer and how to configure application software to run on the computer. Contents Using Supplied Software ...5-2 Getting Online Help...5-3 Windows help ...5-3 MS-DOS Help ...5-3 TravelMate Utilities Help ...5-3 Guidelines for Installing Applications ...5-4 Adjusting the Software for the Computer ...5-4 Configuring the Computer for the Software ...5-5 Custom Windows Utilities ...5-6...

  • Page 79: Using Supplied Software

    Phoenix SmartShelf: MS-DOS User’s Guide and Reference Microsoft Windows for Workgroups User’s Guide Further printed instructions are given in the online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide. , Version 6.22 or latest version Using Supplied Software...

  • Page 80: Getting Online Help

    Notebook Center group in Windows. For help with , type at the \> VGA.EXE VGAHELP MS-DOS C: prompt, and press Enter. For further information, refer to the online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide. For online help, Phoenix SmartShelf provides complete MS-DOS and Windows documentation.

  • Page 81: Guidelines For Installing Applications

    Guidelines for Installing Applications Adjusting the Software for the Computer Your computer can execute almost all applications written to execute on AT computers. When installing software, you may need to provide the following information to the installation program: Display Keyboard Mouse has an 80-column by 25-line display with 640 x 480 (VGA) resolution.

  • Page 82: Configuring The Computer For The Software

    Guidelines for Installing Configuring the Computer for the Software Some programs require you to modify the way the computer operates to ensure compatibility. Processing Some older applications cannot execute at the higher speeds available with the Speed computer. If the user’s manual for the program indicates a maximum processing speed, press Ctrl-Alt- to reduce the the required speed, or you can include the...

  • Page 83: Custom Windows Utilities

    Custom Windows Utilities TravelMate 5000 has Windows-based utilities described in the following table. For detailed information, use the Windows help files or the online User’s Reference Guide. Icon Shutdown Drop N’ Battery Status BatteryPro APM Help Battery Saving Tips Location Function TravelMate Saves files, closes applications...
  • Page 84 This is the information and configuration utility for PCMPlus. Provides online DOS and Windows for Workgroups information. Provides online information for the TM5000 Series notebook. Provides information on the TM5000 Series notebook that is more detailed than the User’s Guide.
  • Page 85 TI Utilities Help Sysedit Note: Utilities that were added after the hardcopy of this book went to print have been added to the online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide that came with your system. Location Function Documents Provides online information on Group PCMCIA operations.

  • Page 86: Using A Password

    You may set a password from the Setup Menu in DOS. To set a password, complete the following steps: 1. Enter the Setup menu by pressing Ctrl-Alt-Esc . 2. From the Setup Menu, press Tab until you reach the Password field. 3.
  • Page 87 Caution: If you forget the system password, you will not be able to use your computer. To regain access, you must send your computer to the Texas Instruments manufacturing facility in Temple, Texas; this service is not covered by warranty.

  • Page 88: Using Sound

    Sound support has been pre-installed on your TravelMate 5000 system. There are both DOS and Windows sound controls. This section is an overview of the the Sound utilities for your system. To learn more about Sound, refer to the online TravelMate 5000 Series User’s Reference Guide or online help.
  • Page 89 Using Sound DOS Mixer The DOS Mixer allows you to adjust the volume controls and balance for individual mixer channels and selected record source when not in a Windows environment. To start DOS Mixer, complete the following steps: 1. Go to the Jazz directory (C:\JAZZ) and type JAZZMIX JAZZTSR - so that you can automatically call up DOS MIXER by pressing the left and right shift...

  • Page 90: Windows Utilities

    Using Sound To use Recfile, type: RECFILE at the DOS prompt in the JAZZ directory. Windows Utilities This section contains information on Windows utilities that support sound on your TM5000 notebook computer. Pocket Recorder Pocket Recorder is a Windows application for recording waveform data.
  • Page 91 Using Sound requesting data is called a client while the application providing data is called the server. OLE clients include Cardfile and Write. OLE servers include Pocket Recorder, Excel, and Sound Recorder. A useful application for OLE would be sending a personal message through E-mail and having the recipient click on the embedded icon to hear your voice message.
  • Page 92 Using Sound To start Pocket Mixer, double click on the Pocket Mixer icon in the JAZZ group. Pocket CD Pocket CD is a Windows based application that lets you play audio compact disks if you have a CD-ROM drive attached to your system. Pocket CD has controls similar to those used by the CD audio player you may have in your home entertainment center.
  • Page 93 Important Information This chapter helps you prepare for traveling with your computer, using external devices, and adjusting the Point. Contents Tips for the Traveler ...6-2 What to Take When Traveling...6-4 Packing the Computer and Accessories ...6-5 Using a Mouse ...6-6 Using an External Keyboard...6-7 Adjusting Pointer Speed ...6-8...

  • Page 94: Tips For The Traveler

    Tips for the Traveler Your TravelMate Computer is a precision instrument containing many sensitive components. It should be handled with care. Here are some suggestions for traveling: Never expose the computer to excessive vibration. Do not check the computer as baggage; take the computer as carry-on luggage if traveling by air.
  • Page 95 Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation. Allow the computer to return to room temperature, and inspect the LCD for condensation before turning on the computer. If the temperature change is greater than 18 F (10 C), allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly.

  • Page 96: What To Take When Traveling

    What to Take When Traveling If you plan to use your computer when traveling, you should consider taking the following items: This manual AC Adapter Power cords and adapters for the AC Adapter and peripherals appropriate for the countries to which you will be traveling Fully-charged spare Battery Pack Optional battery charger and accompanying AC adapters and power cords...

  • Page 97: Packing The Computer And Accessories

    Packing the Computer 1. Turn off the computer. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the computer and from the AC outlet. 2. Close and latch the display. 3. Tie up cables using twist ties or rubber bands. 4. Enclose peripherals in plastic bags. 5.

  • Page 98: Using A Mouse

    Using a Mouse Although TravelMate 5000 Series computers come with a pointing device already installed, you may use an external PS/2 or serial mouse. 1. Turn off the computer. Note: If you connect the mouse to the computer while power is on, press Ctrl-Alt-Del (warm start), or cycle power so the computer can detect the presence of the mouse.

  • Page 99: Using An External Keyboard

    Using an External Keyboard If desired, you may connect any IBM-compatible external PS/2 keyboard. If you are using a 101 keyboard, a 101 to PS/2 adapter must first be purchased. To connect the keyboard, complete the following steps: 1. Turn off the computer. Note: If you connect the PS/2 keyboard to the computer while power is on, press Ctrl-Alt-Del (warm start), or cycle power so the computer can...

  • Page 100: Adjusting Pointer Speed

    Adjusting Pointer Speed You can also adjust the pointer speed and button sensitivity, which is the time the pointer image reacts to your manual commands. Within Windows, select IntelliPoint Controls from the IntelliPoint group. Adjust the settings to customize the pointer speed. For non-Windows applications, use the MS-DOS MOUSE program to set the speed.

  • Page 101: Care And Troubleshooting

    Care and Troubleshooting This chapter tells you how to clean your computer safely and solve operational problems. Contents Cleaning the Computer ...7-2 Troubleshooting Tips ...7-3 Startup Error Messages...7-4 Recovering from a Configuration Loss...7-6...

  • Page 102: Cleaning The Computer

    Cleaning the Computer Regularly take the time to check your computer and clean the screen, keyboard, and case to ensure trouble-free computing. Caution: Never use alcohol, benzine, thinner, or other strong chemical agents that could damage the computer’s case, and never apply liquid directly to the computer, only to a clean cloth.

  • Page 103: Troubleshooting Tips

    Computer does not come on when power switch is in the On position Computer power is on but screen is blank Special functions (Setup, Alt-Ctrl-Esc, Alt-Ctrl- , etc.) do not work Computer indicates an error at start-up Feedback Troubleshooting Tips Low battery;...

  • Page 104: Startup Error Messages

    Startup Error Messages Diskette drive 0 failure Diskette read failure - press F1 to retry boot Fixed disk failure Fixed disk read failure - press F1 to retry boot Invalid Configuration Information Keyboard clock/data line failure Keyboard stuck key failure Missing operating system Press Ctrl-Alt-Esc to ensure that the...
  • Page 105 Startup Error Messages No boot device available - press F1 to retry boot No boot sector on fixed disk - Press F1 to retry boot Non-System disk or disk error. Replace and press any key when ready Time-of-day not set Press F1 to try loading Replace the floppy if you are loading from a floppy.

  • Page 106: Recovering From A Configuration Loss

    Recovering from a Configuration Loss In the unlikely event that the battery sustaining the configuration memory becomes depleted or for any other reason the configuration memory becomes corrupted, you must restore the configuration to restore operations. 1. Turn on the computer. A message similar to the following appears: Invalid Configuration Information - Press Enter to run SET_UP...
  • Page 107 a Configuration Loss Defining how the serial ports communicate To make these additional changes, you can: Press Fn-Esc (Setup) to run the Setup program Click on the TI Setup icon in Windows to run Windows-based Setup Restore a saved configuration using the utility SETCMOS Install a fully charged Battery Pack, or leave the...

  • Page 108: Appendix A Where To Get Help

    Texas Instruments and your Texas Instruments authorized reseller want you to succeed with your TI product. If you are in the United States or Canada and have questions about or operating difficulties with your TI product, follow these steps to get support. If you are outside the United States or Canada, contact one of the numbers listed in the back of this appendix.
  • Page 109 Where To Get Help Call TI Express to order options In the U.S. and Canada For all other locations, dial direct: 1-817-774-6969 TI Express hours of operation are 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. For information about other TI products, call the Customer Response Line In the U.S.

  • Page 110: Worldwide Sales Offices

    Australia Texas Instruments Australia Ltd. 6-10 Talavera Road North Ryde, NSW 2113 Tel: (02) 878-9000 Fax: (02) 805-1186 Royal Domain Centre 14th Floor 380 St. Kilda Road Melbourne, VIC. 3004 Tel: (03) 696-1211 Fax: (03) 696-4446 Belgique/Belgium S.A. Texas Instruments Belgium N.V.
  • Page 111 Hong Kong Ltd. 15/F, Tower 2, The Gateway 25-27 Canton Road Kowloon, Hong Kong Tel: (852) 9567288 Fax: (852) 9561078 Italia Texas Instruments Italia S.p.A. Centro Direzionale Colleoni System Division Palazzo Perseo-Via Paracelso, 12 PPP Division 20041 Agrate Brianza (Mi)
  • Page 112 Malaysia Sdn Bhd - Asia Pacific Division 100 Jalan Tun Perak Lot 36-1, Menara Maybank 50050 Kuala Lumpur Tel: 03-2306001 Fax: 03-2306605 Mexico Texas Instruments de Mexico S.A. de C.V. Alfonso Reyes 115 Col Hipodromo Condesa 06170 Mexico D.F. Tel: 525-515-6081 Fax: 525-515-4178 Middle-East and Africa Texas Instruments Italia S.p.A.
  • Page 113 Suomi Finland Texas Instruments OY Tekniikatie 12 SF-02150 Espoo, Finland Tel: (90) 435 42033 Fax: (90) 467 323 Sverige Texas Instruments International Trade Corporation (Sverigefilialen) Box 30 S-164 93 Kista Isafjordsgatan 7 Tel: (08) 752 58 00 Fax: (08) 751 97 15...
  • Page 114 AC Adapter ... 1-13, 4-2 AUTOEXEC.BAT ... 2-16, 5-5 Batteries...4-12 charging...3-13 inserting...3-11 leds ... 2-7, 3-9 low battery ... 2-6, 3-4 removing ...3-11 saving tips...5-6 status... 2-7, 3-10, 3-14, 5-6 BatteryPro APM Help 3-14, 5-6 Battery Tips...3-14 Brightness ...2-3 Cache ...5-5 CAP Lock ...2-8 Carrying Case...4-12 CONFIG.SYS...5-5...
  • Page 115 Index labeled combination keys...2-15 single keys ...2-15 unlabeled combination keys...2-16 Laptop File Manager ...5-6 LEDs battery ...2-7 cap lock ...2-8 hard disk ...2-7 low battery ...2-6 num lock...2-8 power ...2-6 scroll lock...2-9 turbo...2-7 Manuals ...5-7 Memory ... 1-4, 2-14 add-on ...4-8 8-mb ...4-8 16-mb ...4-8 RAM...5-5...
  • Page 116 Pocket cd...5-15 mixer ...5-14 recorder ...5-13 Pointing Device ... 1-5, 2-10 Port(s)...2-19 covers ...1-11 keyboard ...1-4 mic...2-22 mouse ...1-4 numeric keypad ...1-4 parallel... 1-4, 2-20 PCI...2-20 pcmcia ...2-20 PS/2 ... 2-22, 4-6 serial... 1-4, 2-20 SIR... 1-4, 2-20, 4-10 sound...2-21 VGA ...2-20 Power ...
  • Page 117 Index maintenance and backup ...1-2 packing ...6-5 service... A-1 starting ...2-2 startup error messages...7-4 traveling with ...6-2 troubleshooting ...7-3 usage ...1-7 System Files Recovery Diskette ...1-3 TranXit... 4-11, 5-8 4 Index VGA ... 2-20, 5-2 Video... 1-4 Volume... 2-11, 2-16 WinDith ...

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