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Wacom reserves the right to revise this publication without obligation to provide notification of such changes. Wacom does its best to provide current and accurate information in this manual. However, Wacom reserves the right to change any specifications and product configurations at its discretion, without prior notice and without obligation to include such changes in this manual.
The DTF-720 also comes equipped with a VGA pass-thru (RGB-O simultaneously connect a VGA monitor or projector to the pen display. This manual describes how to install the DTF-720 hardware and software. It also describes how to use the DTF-720 and pen. Please follow all instructions carefully.
Failure to do so could cause the loss of data or damage to your computer. Failure to do so could also void your warranty, in which case Wacom shall have no responsibility to repair or replace the product.
USAGE Only use the power adapter that came with the DTF-720. If a different type of power ARNING adapter is used, the DTF-720 will not work properly or may be damaged. Using a different type of power adapter also has the potential to result in fire. Use of a different power adapter will void your warranty.
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When cleaning, apply only a light amount of pressure to the display screen and do not make the surface wet. • To clean the DTF-720 casing or pen, use a soft cloth with mild detergent (such as dish washing liquid) diluted with water. •...
PACKAGE CONTENTS Carefully unpack all items and place them on a desktop or stable work surface. Verify that your package contents are complete. DTF-720 interactive pen display, main unit Pen with replacement nibs (FP-320) Pen tether (PKB-A016) Installation Guide & User’s Manual...
See Adjusting the display on page 28 for more information. Integrated display and tablet Be sure to fully install the DTF-720 hardware and software before connecting any other devices to the unit. Your new DTF-720 Page 8 Power LED Lights blue when power has been supplied to the DTF-720 and a video signal is present.
Important: Always store the pen display on a stable surface or in its original packing carton when not in use. Be sure to adjust the stand to the low tilt position before packaging the DTF-720. If you do not close the stand, the notched mechanism may be damaged during transportation and storage.
When you are working with more than one monitor, the DTF-720 will map to the monitors based upon how your system is configured. By default, if you are in mirror mode, the pen tablet will map to the entire space on each display or monitor.
STEP 1: LCD MONITOR INSTALLATION In the first stage of the installation process, the DTF-720 is installed as a monitor on your system. As you work through the first stage of the installation process, please refer to the LCD monitor cabling diagram on the following page when making cable connections.
DTF-720 or your computer are turned on. AUTION Use only the power adapter that came with the DTF-720; use of an improper power adapter may damage the unit. Do not connect or disconnect the video or power cables while the DTF-720 or your computer are turned on –...
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See the video card manufacturer’s documentation for details. Windows: If you are using the DTF-720 as a secondary monitor, you may first need to enable the DTF-720 in your Display Properties control panel.
USB CABLE INSTALLATION Plug the square end of the USB cable into the DTF-720 port labeled USB. Plug the other end into an available USB port on your computer or on a USB hub attached to your computer. See – D – in the diagram below.
Save your work and close all open applications. Temporarily disable any virus protection programs. • Insert the Wacom Pen Tablet Driver CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. If the software installer menu does not automatically display, double-click on the I •...
WORKING WITH YOUR DTF-720 As you work with the DTF-720 interactive pen display you can rest your hand lightly on the display screen, just as if it were a drawing board or sheet of paper. Because the DTF-720 surface will be a little higher than your desk, consider adjusting the height of your desk or chair to assure comfortable use of the device.
As you work, you can rest your hand lightly on the DTF-720 display screen, just as if it were a drawing board or sheet of paper. You can tilt the pen in any way that feels most comfortable for drawing.
Note: You must calibrate the pen display tablet to correctly align the screen cursor with the pen tip. (See Calibrating the DTF-720 on page 22.) If the screen cursor does not jump to a position close to the pen tip when you place the pen on the display screen, then the pen tablet driver may not be installed or is not loading.
When more than one Wacom tablet is installed on a single computer, any changes made in the Pen Tablet control panel will be applied only to the tablet that was last used before opening the control panel.
CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW Use the Pen Tablet control panel to customize your product. Experiment with different settings to find what works best for you. Any changes you make will take effect immediately, but you can always click to return to the factory settings. EFAULT Tool tips are available for most control panel items.
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You can change the S WITCH the way you like to use the pen when making right-clicks or other click functions. Click on the A button. In the dialog box that DVANCED appears: • Select H to perform click OVER LICK functions without touching the pen tip to the tablet surface.
This is required to adjust for parallax caused by the display screen cover glass and coating. Set the DTF-720 in its working position, then follow the procedure below. Important: Make sure the display is properly adjusted before calibrating the tablet.
CUSTOMIZING THE POP-UP MENU Use the P tab to define the available functions on the Pop-up Menu list. To display the Pop-up Menu, set a pen button to the P button, the Pop-up Menu is displayed. Select from available items in the Pop-up Menu by clicking on them.
CONTROL PANEL DETAILS ADJUSTING DOUBLE-CLICK Double-clicking with the pen tip can be made easier by expanding the tap area that accepts a double- click (the double-click distance), or by using the pen’s side switch to automatically double-click when pressed. A large double-click distance may cause a delay at the beginning of your brushstrokes in some drawing applications.
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On multiple display systems, mouse mode will allow you to access the other display(s) with your pen. and then sliding the pen tip across the DTF-720 display CROLL function. function of Inkwell on and off.
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... Enables you to assign modifier key(s) (such as S ODIFIER , and OPTION COMMAND CONTROL size or placement of objects. In addition to choosing one or more modifier key options, you can select the box if you want a mouse click to LICK occur whenever you press the tool button.
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... Opens a dialog box where you can select a specific application, file, or script to launch. Click B ... to locate an application, ROWSE file, or script to launch. The selection you make appears in the A PPLICATION TO RUN box.
OSD controls. User settings: When you manually set the display using the OSD function, the settings are stored within the DTF-720 for use the next time the unit receives a similar signal. This is applicable to all display modes.
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When you open the OSD menu, the following options are displayed as icons: . Select to ONTRAST increase or decrease image contrast. . Select to HASE reduce or eliminate horizontal distortion lines. To automatically adjust, use the R option. ESET ORIZONTAL ENTER Select to move the...
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. Select to ACKLIGHT increase or decrease the backlight brightness level. . Select to ANGUAGE choose a language option for the OSD. Customizing Page 30 . Provides color OLOR temperature settings for 9300˚, 6500˚, and 5000˚ Kelvin. displays the IRECT received signal as it is without any adjustment.
ADJUSTING PITCH AND PHASE Some computers and video cards may not allow the auto-sync function to fully work when the DTF-720 is first connected. If some portion of text appears blurred, adjust pitch and phase by following the procedure below. For crisp images, set the resolution of your video card to 1280 x 1024.
POWER SAVING The DTF-720 conforms to VESA power saving guidelines. When using the DTF-720 with a Display Power Management Signaling (DPMS) compliant computer or graphics card, the display will automatically comply with the below power saving parameters. When these power-saving functions are in effect, the screen display is darker than usual.
TROUBLESHOOTING Most of the time your pen display tablet will work flawlessly. But if you are having trouble, Wacom recommends you do the following: 1. If the Wacom tablet driver failed to load properly, first perform the recommended action in any error message that may appear on your screen.
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USB port. • The status LED will light blue when the DTF-720 is registered as a USB device and the pen tip is pressed against the display. 4. Check the pen. If you cannot make a selection on the display screen with the pen: •...
DISPLAY TROUBLESHOOTING If you encounter problems with the DTF-720 display, refer to the following tables; your problem may be described here and you can try the solution offered. For additional information about color issues, refer to the documentation that came with your operating system or applications.
• Set the display resolution of your video card to 1280 x 1024. • Turn off the DTF-720, then turn it back on. • Open the OSD menu, go to the R option. If necessary, manually adjust the brightness, pitch, DJUST and phase settings.
PEN TABLET TROUBLESHOOTING If you encounter problems with the DTF-720 interactive pen display, refer to the following tables. Your problem may be described here, and you can try the solution offered. Be sure you refer to the DTF-720 Read Me file for the latest information.
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S Be sure you are using the pen that originally came with your pen display tablet. Other pens may not function properly on the DTF-720 pen display. Make sure the status LED lights blue when the tip is pressed. If the LED does not light, verify that the USB cable is plugged into an active port on your computer or on a USB hub.
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Continue with Calibrating the DTF-720 on page 22. line up. The screen cursor moves Make sure the Wacom tablet driver has loaded properly by opening but it does not jump to the the Pen Tablet control panel. If the driver did not load you will see an pen tip location when the error message.
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Leaving your pen on the display may interfere with screen cursor positioning when using other input devices. The tablet portion of the DTF-720 emits electromagnetic waves at a certain frequency. If another tablet is too closely placed to the DTF-720 it may interfere with screen cursor positioning. If this occurs, move the tablet further away from the DTF-720.
. Select USB from the H ROFILER list. A Wacom USB pen display model should be listed. If a pen display model is not listed, check the pen display’s USB cable connection or try plugging the pen display into a different USB port.
If you cannot find the answer in this guide, you may find updated information about your problem in the appropriate Read Me file for your platform (located on the Wacom Pen Tablet Driver CD). You can also check the product FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) on the Wacom web site for your region.
Wacom periodically updates the pen tablet software driver to maintain compatibility with new products. If you are having a compatibility problem between your DTF-720 pen display and a new hardware or software product, it may be helpful to download a new Wacom tablet software driver (when available) from the Internet.
CLEANING To clean the DTF-720 casing or the pen, use a soft, damp cloth; you can also dampen the cloth using a very mild soap diluted with water. Do not use paint thinner, benzine, alcohol, or other solvents to clean the unit casing or pen.
REPLACING THE PEN TIP The pen tip (nib) will wear with normal use. Excessive pressure will cause the nib to wear sooner. A worn nib may damage the coating on the DTF-720 display screen. To avoid this, periodic tip replacement is recommended.
USING AN ALTERNATE MOUNT OR STAND If you will be using the DTF-720 in an installation that requires the use of an alternate mounting platform, you can remove the adjustable stand from the unit and mount the pen display onto any mount arm or stand conforming to the VESA 75 standard.
PEN AND DIGITAL INK CAPABILITIES IN WINDOWS VISTA Microsoft Windows Vista provides extensive support for pen and touch input. When using DTF-720 with a computer running Windows Vista, your experience is enhanced by powerful note taking, handwriting recognition, fast navigation, and other digital inking options designed to give you quick, intuitive results with the Wacom pen.
ABOUT THE WINDOWS VISTA TABLET PC INPUT PANEL The Windows Vista Tablet PC Input Panel enables you to use handwriting or an on-screen keyboard to directly enter text with your Wacom pen. There are a number of ways to launch the Input Panel: •...
Enter your administrator login name and password. 3. After the removal is completed, click OK. 4. Shut down your computer and turn off the DTF-720. When your computer and the DTF-720 are off, disconnect the DTF-720 from your computer. button and open the C ONTROL .
Each DTF-720 LCD panel is produced under very stringent quality standards. Production techniques cannot guarantee an absolutely perfect TFT display. Wacom does not allow any pixel to be always white or always black. A small number of pixels (5 or less) are allowed to show a wrong color for some parts of the color spectrum.
Physical dimensions (L x D) Weight Side switch type ORDERING PARTS AND ACCESSORIES To purchase parts and accessories, refer to the Wacom tablet Read Me file and see who to call for your region. You can also do the following: •...
Plug the equipment and computer into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the television or radio. If necessary, consult your Wacom dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by Wacom could void the FCC Certification and negate your authority to operate the product.
“This Class (B) digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003” “Cet appareil numerique de la classe (B) est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.” CE DECLARATION The DTF-720 / DTF-720A pen display tablet has been tested and found to comply to the following harmonized European Norms: •...
(ii) any loss or damage to the product resulting from such transportation. Wacom shall have no responsibility to repair or replace the product if the failure of the product has resulted from accident, abuse, misuse, negligence, or unauthorized modification or repair, or if it has been handled or stored other than in accordance with Wacom’s storage instructions.
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Wacom repair center. In all other respects, the terms of the warranty as set forth above apply to such sales.
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