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TABLET COMPUTER
DS13
USER'S GUIDE
(Preliminary Version)
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  • Page 1 TABLET COMPUTER DS13 USER’S GUIDE (Preliminary Version) ○...
  • Page 2 No part of this publication may be reproduced and modified without the written permission of MilDef Crete Inc. MilDef Crete Inc. reserves the right to make changes in the products or the product specifications without any prior notice. Customers are advised to contact MilDef Crete Inc.
  • Page 3 Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body. RF exposure warming This equipment must be installed and operated in accordance with provided instructions and antenna(s) used for this transmitter must be installed to provide a separation distance of at least 20 cm from persons and must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
  • Page 4 Federal Communications Commission regulatory compliance This device complies with part 15 of the FCC 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. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 5 CE Declaration of Conformity The device is hereby confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (2014/30/EC) and Complies with the essential requirements of Article 3 of the R&TTE 2014/53/EC Directive, if used for its intended use and that the following standards have been applied: Health (Article 3.1(a) of the R&TTE Directive)
  • Page 6 Power Safety There are specific power requirements for your computer:  Only use an approved AC adapter designed for this computer. There is a 3-prong grounded plug for the AC adapter. The 3 prong is an important  mechanism for ensuring product safety. Please do not neglect the importance of this mechanism.
  • Page 7 Battery Precautions Only use batteries designed for this computer. Using incompatible battery types may  cause explosion, leakage or damage to the computer.  Do not remove the battery from the computer while the computer is powered on.  Do not continuously use a battery that has been dropped, or that appears damaged (e.g.
  • Page 8 Environmental Information, Material Safety & Recycling All materials used in the manufacturing of this equipment are recyclable or environmentally friendly. Please recycle the packing materials in accordance with local regulations at the end of the product's service life. Notice: The equipment may contain insignificant amount of hazardous substances for health ...

  • Page 9: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 - GETTING STARTED ............... 1   ........................1  NPACKING ....................2  PPEARANCE VERVIEW ......................6  EADY FOR CHAPTER2 - OPERATING INFORMATION ..........8   ................. 8  TART SING ABLET OMPUTER ................9  SING ABLET OMPUTER ) .............
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  • Page 11 CHAPTER 8 – MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE .......... 56   ........................56  LEANING ..................... 56  ROUBLESHOOTING RMA S ......................57  ERVICE...

  • Page 12: Chapter 1 - Getting Started

    Getting Started Chapter 1 - Getting Started Unpacking The following components come with your computer. If anything is missing or damaged, please notify the dealer immediately.  Computer unit  AC Adapter  AC Power Cord Utility DVD   Quick Guide Chapter One - 1...

  • Page 13: Appearance Overview

    Getting Started Appearance Overview Note:  The following illustrations show the tablet mounted on optional devices, which may not appear on your devices. Front Power Button Function keys & Input Lock Key LED Indicators Touch Screen Light sensor Embedded digital Mic Chapter One - 2...
  • Page 14 Getting Started Rear Removable battery pack Removable mSATA SSD HD Audio & mono Speaker Chapter One - 3...
  • Page 15 Getting Started Left 1. Optional Fischer I/O (From left to right X4, X3, X2, X1) Choose 1~4 out of 6 as below: USB 2.0 x1 COM x 2 (RS232 x 2 or RS232 x1/RS422 x 1) GLAN x1 Audio x1 Sealed Headset (Headphone out/Mic-in Combo) x1 2.
  • Page 16 Getting Started 1. Micro SD Card Slot 2. Optional Built-in Wi-Fi Antenna 3. Optional Built-in GPS Antenna Bottom 1. Docklite connector 2. Optional Built-in Wi-Fi/BT Antenna 3. Ext. Antenna signal Chapter One - 5...

  • Page 17: Ready For Use

    Getting Started Ready for Use After taking a quick look at your tablet computer, the following illustrations will get you ready for using it. 1. Mounting the Battery Mount the battery into the battery bay. Turn the battery lock counter-clockwise and lock firmly with a flat-head screwdriver or a coin.
  • Page 18 Getting Started 3. Turning ON the Power Make sure the battery is securely mounted. Connect all power cords properly. Turn on the power of your tablet computer by pressing and holding the Power Button (approx. 2 seconds) until the SSD/ Heater Indicator lights on (Color: orange). Note: ...

  • Page 19: Chapter2 - Operating Information

    Operating Information Chapter2 - Operating Information Start Using Your Tablet Computer Always turn on your tablet computer by using the power button. This is the standard operating procedure to start using your tablet computer. After turning on the power of your tablet computer, it will start with the Operating System (OS) installed.

  • Page 20: Stop Using Your Tablet Computer

    Operating Information Stop Using Your Tablet Computer Each time when you finish working with your tablet computer, there are several ways to stop your tablet computer from operating. Shut down Directly click “Shut down” from your OS to turn OFF the power of your computer. Before shutting down, please do remember to save unfinished works and close your applications to prevent your SSD from suffering possible data loss or damage.

  • Page 21: Working With Power Button (Heater Kit)

    Operating Information Working with Power Button (Heater Kit) DS11 M-model is equipped with a heater kit to enable work under low temperature. The heater will heat up the LCD to the temperature for booting up the system. Also, the heater will constantly monitor LCD temperature. Once the temperature becomes lower, the heater will heat up again to maintain the temperature for operation.

  • Page 22: Installing Operating System

    Operating Information Installing Operating System Your computer is designed to operate with Microsoft Windows 7 or Windows 8 32 / 64-bit Operating System. Please connect your computer with an external USB-interface drive to start the OS installation. Note:  A USB hub may be required during installation to connect with an external USB-interface ODD, as the System USB port may not supply enough power.
  • Page 23 Operating Information Function Keys Function Lock key is used to switch function of the other buttons. Press the function Lock key to switch between 2 layers. The indicator under the function Lock key will light up if the other buttons are in 2 layer and it will be turned off if in 1st Layer.
  • Page 24 Operating Information Setting Function for Buttons A1~A3 Hotkey Manager is an app which could be used to quickly set up and change between multiple functions for A1, A2 and A3. Please follow these procedure to use it. 1. Operate the Hotkey Manager then a menu will show up. 2.
  • Page 25 Operating Information 4. The blank could be filled with related parameter according to the selected function. E.g. Fill in the address to use the function “Open URL in default browser”. Available Function Items List None Open/ Execute a selected file Open URL in default browser Change display output Brightness up Brightness down...

  • Page 26: Calibration Of Touch Screen

    Operating Information Calibration of Touch Screen Calibration If you find that the touch screen doesn’t respond accurately, you may try to fix the problem with the embodied calibration function. However, if the touchscreen type of your tablet is capacitive resistive rather than , the calibration might cause interference and make the inaccuracy problem worse.
  • Page 27 Operating Information     Note:  If you are unaware of the type of your touch screen, calibration should be avoided.     Reset In case the calibration is operated accidently and results in interference and inaccuracy, you can choose reset in the same page.  ...

  • Page 28: Using Msata Ssd

    Operating Information Using mSATA SSD Your tablet is equipped with mSATA SSD for data storage. The mSATA SSD is removable for convenience. It can ONLY be removed while power is OFF. To remove the mSATA SSD module, please follow the steps below: 1.

  • Page 29: Using Micro Sd Cards

    Operating Information Using micro SD Cards Your tablet computer is equipped with a micro SD card slot. The slot supports SDHC, SDXC, UHS-1 type micro SD cards. To avoid damages caused by misinsertion, please insert your micro SD card into the card slot properly with the connectors facing down, as shown below.

  • Page 30: Operating Wireless Devices

    Operating Information Operating Wireless Devices For your ease of operations, you can turn on/off your wireless devices through the proprietary software application - “Device Power Manager”. Note:  Depending on the configuration of your tablet computer, your Device Power Manager menu may appear differently from the screenshots provided in this section.
  • Page 31 Operating Information Launch the Device Power Manager After launching the utility, please tap “Bluetooth” to enable the Bluetooth function (tap again to disable). Once the Bluetooth function starts up, the wireless LED indicator (color blue) will turn on and the Bluetooth icon will show up in the operating system accordingly.
  • Page 32 Operating Information Wireless LAN (Option) Wireless LAN is an optional wireless communication module for your tablet computer. An embedded antenna will be pre-installed in your tablet computer to access the internet wirelessly. To activate your Wireless LAN function, please follow the illustrations below: Driver &...
  • Page 33 Operating Information GPS (Option) GPS is an optional module for your tablet computer. This GPS module supports both GPS and GLONASS systems. An embedded antenna is pre-installed in your tablet computer to support the functions of your GPS and GLONASS. Driver & Application Installation Install the Device Power Manager application: Read from the Utility DVD and find the directory listed in the readme file to finish installation.
  • Page 34 Operating Information Note:  Wireless devices can be turned ON/OFF through BIOS. Once a device is turned off through BIOS, its button on the Device Power Manager will be colored in yellow and with a prohibition marker. For example, the following illustration shows that WLAN and GPS devices are disabled through BIOS.

  • Page 35: Using Light Sensor

    Operating Information Using Light Sensor Light sensor can detect the ambient light and adjust the brightness of your tablet computer, hence improving user experience and power savings. Please enable the function from the setting below: Chapter Two - 24...

  • Page 36: Chapter3- Managing Power

    Managing Power Chapter3- Managing Power AC Adapter The AC adapter performs two functions: It powers the computer from an external AC source. It charges the computer battery. The adapter automatically detects the AC line voltage (110V or 220V) and adjusts accordingly. The following are recommended when using the AC adapter: Use a properly grounded AC outlet.

  • Page 37: Battery

    Managing Power Battery The computer will automatically switch to battery when the external power source (AC adapter or optional vehicle adapter) is disconnected. Battery Power Saving Tips The computer comes with an intelligent power-saving feature. You may extend the battery life by: Setup power saving functions in Operating System Power Management options (e.g.
  • Page 38 Managing Power Battery Level You may check battery status from Operating System. In Windows, you can click the power/battery icon to reveal the battery gauge window. The following is the illustration of Battery Gauge in Windows OS. An alternative way to check the battery level is by viewing the battery gauge on the battery pack.
  • Page 39 Managing Power Note:  Battery characteristic varies depending on factors such as ambient temperature, charging method, load current, aging, etc. For example, the chemicals of the battery are more inactive at low temperature, thus decreases the output power.  The battery gauge should only be used as a reference. Please do not expect it to show the exact amount of the power remaining.

  • Page 40: Battery Recalibration

    Managing Power Battery Recalibration Battery recalibration allows users to maintain the battery in a healthy condition. To perform battery recalibration, please follow the steps as below: 1. Update BIOS & EC to the latest version. 2. Insert the battery to the computer, and connect it to AC adapter. 3.

  • Page 41: Acpi Support

    Managing Power Note:  Do not turn off the LCD and do not remove AC adapter during the calibration.  One cycle of recalibration process indicates “Charge to Full => Start Learn Mode => Discharge => Complete Learn Mode => Charge to Full”. It will take approx. eight hours for a cycle.

  • Page 42: Usb Fast Charging

    Managing Power USB Fast Charging Your tablet supports USB fast charging feature, enabling to quickly charge your fast-charging compatible devices. But note, fast charging is not supported in every power mode. The following table shows details for USB Charging information: Mode USB 3.0 Charging Features Fast charging supports Power off...

  • Page 43: Chapter 4 - Bios Setup

    Optional Devices BIOS Setup Chapter 4 - BIOS Setup Press [F2] or [Delete] at boot up to enter BIOS setup. Use arrow keys to select options and [+/-] to modify them. When finished, move to “Exit” and press [Enter] then confirm save by pressing [Y].

  • Page 44: Advanced Menu

    Optional Devices BIOS Setup Advanced Menu Aptio Setup Utility Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit ► Trusted Computing Trusted Computing ► SATA Configuration Setting ► Intel (R) Rapid Start Technology ► USB Configuration ► Super IO Configuration ► RF Device Configuration : Select Screen →←...
  • Page 45 Optional Devices BIOS Setup Advanced Menu Selections You can make the following selections on the Advanced Menu. Feature Options Description Trusted Disabled Security Device Suppott Computing Enabled SATA SATA Mode Selection SATA Mode Selection: Configuration SATA Test Mode IDE, AHCI, RAID Aggressive LPM Support SATA Controller Speed Intel (R) Rapid...

  • Page 46: Trusted Computing Sub-Menu

    Optional Devices BIOS Setup Trusted Computing Sub-Menu Aptio Setup Utility Advanced Enables or Disables Configuration BIOS support Security Device Support [Disable] security device. O.S. will not show Security Current Status Information Device. SUPPORT TURNED OFF protocol INT1A interface will not be available.

  • Page 47: Sata Configuration Sub-Menu

    Optional Devices BIOS Setup SATA Configuration Sub-Menu Aptio Setup Utility Advanced SATA Mode Selection [AHCI] Determine how SATA SATA Test Mode [Disabled] controller(s) operate. Aggressive LPM Support [Enabled] SATA Controller Speed [Gen3] Serial ATA Port 0 Empty Software Preserve Unknown Serial ATA Port 1 Empty : Select Screen →←...

  • Page 48: Intel (R) Rapid Start Technology Sub-Menu

    Optional Devices BIOS Setup Intel (R) Rapid Start Technology Sub-Menu Aptio Setup Utility Advanced Enables or disable Intel Intel (R) Rapid Start Technology [Disabled] Rapid Start Technology : Select Screen →← ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/–: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save &...

  • Page 49: Usb Configuration Sub-Menu

    Optional Devices BIOS Setup USB Configuration Sub-Menu Aptio Setup Utility Advanced Enables Legacy USB Configuration support. AUTO option disables USB Devices: legacy support if no USB 1 point devices are connected. Disable option will keep Legacy USB Support [Enabled] USB devices available USB3.0 Support [Enabled] only for EFI applications...

  • Page 50: Rf Device Control Configuration Sub-Menu

    Optional Devices BIOS Setup RF Device Control Configuration Sub-Menu Aptio Setup Utility Advanced RF Device Control Setting RF Device Control GSM STATUS Present [Enabled] GPS STATUS Present : Select Screen →← [Enabled] ↑↓: Select Item BT STATUS Present Enter: Select BLUETOOTH [Enabled] +/–: Change Opt.

  • Page 51: Ec Thermal Control Sub-Menu

    Optional Devices BIOS Setup EC Thermal Control Sub-Menu Aptio Setup Utility Advanced EC Thermal Control EC Thermal Control Setting Thermal cooling trip point [79 C] : Select Screen →← ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/–: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save &...
  • Page 52 Optional Devices BIOS Setup Note:  The device will automatically boot whenever it is connecting to the AC power once “AC IN BOOT Control” is enabled.  Default value is set as “disabled”, the change will be activated after reboot. Chapter Four - 41...

  • Page 53: Usb Charge Control Sub-Menu

    Optional Devices BIOS Setup USB CHARGE Control Sub-Menu Aptio Setup Utility Advanced USB CHARGE Setting USB CHARGE USB CHARGE Control [Disabled] : Select Screen →← ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select –/+: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save &...

  • Page 54: Chipset Menu

    Optional Devices BIOS Setup Chipset Menu Aptio Setup Utility Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit PCH Parameters ► PCH-IO Configuration ► System Agent (SA) Configuration : Select Screen →← ↑↓: Select Item Enter: Select +/–: Change Opt. F1: General Help F2: Previous Values F3: Optimized Defaults F4: Save &...
  • Page 55 Optional Devices BIOS Setup PCH-IO Configuration Sub-Menu Selections You can make the following selections on the PCH-IO Configuration sub-menu. Feature Options Description PCI Express Disabled PCI Express Configuration settings Configuration Enabled Disabled USB Configuration settings Configuration Enabled Disabled PCH Azalia Configuration settings PCH Azalia Configuration Enabled...

  • Page 56: Boot Menu

    Optional Devices BIOS Setup Boot Menu Aptio Setup Utility Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Boot mode select [Legacy] boot mode LEGACY/UEFI Boot Option Priorities Boot Option #1 [Hard Disk:...] Boot Option #2 [CD/DVD] Boot Option #3 [USB Hard Disk] : Select Screen →←...

  • Page 57: Security Menu

    Optional Devices BIOS Setup Security Menu Aptio Setup Utility Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Set Administrator Password Password Description If ONLY the Administrator’s password is set, then this only limits access to Setup and is only asked for when entering Setup.

  • Page 58: Save & Exit Menu

    Optional Devices BIOS Setup Save & Exit Menu Aptio Setup Utility Main Advanced Chipset Boot Security Save & Exit Exit system setup after Save Changes and Exit saving the changes Discard Changes and Exit Save Changes and Reset Discard Changes and Reset : Select Screen →←...

  • Page 59: Chapter 5 - Drivers And Applications

    Optional Devices Drivers and Applications Chapter 5 – Drivers and Applications The Utility DVD includes all the drivers for the devices installed in your tablet computer. Please consult your dealer if there are any driver missing. Also, you could update the driver or check if there any driver need to be installed by "Windows device manager".

  • Page 60: Chapter 6 - Specifications

    Specifications Chapter 6 – Specifications Platform Intel® Kaby Lake-Y Platform Intel® Ivy Bridge i7-7Y75 Processor ,4 MB Cache Memory 16GB System Memory Industrial grade LPDDR3 1866MHz Touch Screen Type: 10.1” WUXGA (16:10) Resolution: 1920 x 1200 pixels Optional Invisible mode on/off M model: Resistive Single Touch Screen Brightness (min.~ typ.): 650~765 nits...

  • Page 61: Buttons/Function Keys

    Sealed Headset (Headphone out/Mic-in Combo) x 1 Note:  Sealed headset trades-off with invisible mode switch.  Mini DisplayPort version: DisplayPort 1.1a.  DS13 does not support Dual-Mode DisplayPort(DP++) so an active DisplayPort adapter is necessary. Bottom: Docklite Connector: 32-pin POGO (Hot Swappable) ...

  • Page 62: Case

    Specifications Case CNC milled Aluminum  Color: Black, NATO Green  Dimensions and Weight Dimensions (mm):  286 (L) x 193 (W) x 27 (H) (with Bumpers) Weight: 1.39kg (With battery)  1.09kg (Without battery) Note:  Weight varies depending on system configurations. Power Battery Pack: Type:...

  • Page 63: Environmental, Safety & Emc

    Specifications Environmental, Safety & EMC CE, FCC, WEEE, REACH, RoHS, IP65, MIL-STD-810G, MIL-STD-461G Operating & Storage Temperature Operating Temp.: Standard: -20 °C ~ +60 °C* Optional: -30 °C ~ +60 °C* *LCD with Heater Storage Temp.: -40 °C ~ +70 °C Materials and Recycling Materials of the computer are as follows: Magnesium case:...

  • Page 64: Chapter 7 - Optional Devices

    Optional Devices Chapter 7 – Optional Devices Communication WiFi/Bluetooth:  Intel Dual Band wireless- AC 8265 Board Form Factor: M.2 2230 E-key Card Wi-Fi Certified: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac Bluetooth: Supports BT 4.2 (Backward compatible) Interface: PCIe (WiFi)/USB (BT) GPS:  U-blox M8N (USB interface) Security BIOS password and Kensington cable lock slot are available to safely secure your computer.

  • Page 65: External Usb Keyboard

    Optional Devices External USB Keyboard An optional 89-key external USB keyboard with LED backlight and IP rating of IP54 is available for your tablet computer. The detailed specification is provided below: 89-key layout emulates 101/102-key KB  Life: >1 million times, water/dust protection up to IP54 ...

  • Page 66: Mini Keyboard Kbd

    Optional Devices Mini Keyboard KBD Mini Keyboard KBD is designed for all models. KBD also brings convenience of use through multi-language keyboard versions and USB interface. The detailed specification is provided below: USB interface with 30 cm USB cable  66-Key design with function keys to simulate standard keyboards. ...
  • Page 67 Chapter 8 – Maintenance and Service Cleaning ALWAYS turn OFF the power, unplug the power cord and remove the battery before cleaning. The exterior of the system and display may be wiped with a clean, soft, and lint-free cloth. If there is difficulty removing dirt, apply non-ammonia, non-alcohol based glass cleaner to the cloth and wipe.
  • Page 68 RMA Service If troubleshooting solutions are unsuccessful, consult your dealer for RMA. Shipping instructions: 1. Remove any personal add-on devices or other media. 2. Use the original shipping container and packing materials, if possible. 3. If the original packing materials are not available, wrap the equipment with soft material (e.g.

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