JVC MP-XP731GB Instructions Manual
JVC MP-XP731GB Instructions Manual

JVC MP-XP731GB Instructions Manual

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Mobile mini note PC
MP-XP731GB
INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing the JVC MP-XP731GB Mobile mini note PC.
Before Use
Read and follow the instructions of this manual to use your Mobile
mini note PC correctly.
Always read the "Safety Precautions" and "Operation Notes." Keep
this manual and the warranty card for further reference.
LET0240-003A

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  • Page 1 Mobile mini note PC MP-XP731GB INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing the JVC MP-XP731GB Mobile mini note PC. Before Use Read and follow the instructions of this manual to use your Mobile mini note PC correctly. Always read the “Safety Precautions” and “Operation Notes.” Keep this manual and the warranty card for further reference.
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    The correct function on a public analogue telephone line and a wireless LAN network is confirmed with the listed cautions. Should you have any problem on a specific network, we kindly ask you to inform your JVC Service Centre the nature of the problem and details of which service provider you are using.
  • Page 3: Some Do's And Don'ts On The Safe Use Of Equipment

    CAUTIONS: ● This Mobile mini note PC is designed to be used with the JVC BN-LS12E/LL22E battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the Mobile mini note PC from an AC outlet, use the provided AC Adapter and Power Cord.
  • Page 4: When Using The Wireless Lan

    • This equipment with RLAN is intended to be used in Germany, UK, Austria and Switzerland. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a licence for operation. Hereby, JVC declares that this MP-XP731GB is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 / 5 / EC.
  • Page 5: Cautions

    About Batteries DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion. WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire.
  • Page 6: Checking Inventory

    CHECKING INVENTORY Before using your Mobile mini note PC (hereinafter Mobile PC), make sure that all of the following system components have been included in the container. If you have found any shortage or problem, contact the sales shop. * The illustrations provided in these instructions may differ in part from the actual products. •Mobile mini note PC •Modem cable (1.8-meters long) Lithium ion battery pack...
  • Page 7: Jvc Software License Agreement

    JVC original software accompanied with or pre-installed into the Product (“Software”). The right to use the Software is granted by Victor Company of Japan, Limited (“JVC”) to You only on the condition that You agree to the following Agreement. If You do not agree to the terms of the Agreement, you may not use the Software any more.
  • Page 8 8. Termination (1) Should You breach any provision of this Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreement without giving any notice to You. In this event, JVC may claim against You any damages caused by Your breach. (2) Should this Agreement be terminated, You should immediately destroy the Software including any copy (including erasure from any memory in the Product) and any associated Materials, and then will not possess them.
  • Page 9 G.726 Decoder (“Software”) on your PC. The right to use the Software is granted by Victor Company of Japan, Limited (“JVC”) to You only on the condition that You agree to the following Agreement. If You do not agree to the terms of the Agreement, you may not install the Software any more.
  • Page 10 Should You breach any provision of this Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreement without giving any notice to You. In this event, JVC may claim against You any damages caused by Your breach. Should this Agreement be terminated, You should immediately destroy the Software stored in Your machine (including erasure from any memory in Your PC), and then will not possess such Software.
  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Initial Setup of Microsoft Windows ... 20 Turn-off ... 22 JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE ... 24 Setup of JVC Original Software ... 24 DVC’s USB Drivers ... 25 CC Converter ... 27 PD-TS decorder ... 29 Easy Network Changer ... 30 Using Bootable CD Creater (BCDC) ...
  • Page 12: Parts And Component Names

    PARTS AND COMPONENT NAMES Your Mobile PC has the following parts and components. Stick Left button Scroll button Right button Buckle Wireless LAN antenna Built-in lithium ion battery pack i-Link connector Wireless LAN ON/OFF switch RESET button connectors Headphone output Microphone input PC card slot...
  • Page 13 Wireless LAN antenna Wireless LAN antenna...
  • Page 14 MEMO...
  • Page 15: Setting Up

    SETTING UP...
  • Page 16 SETTING UP When you first use your Mobile PC, always plug the AC power cord into the DC Input connector. The built-in lithium-ion battery pack will be recharged during your PC setup. To avoid data loss due to power failure or any other cause, check the points for battery recharging in Page 18. 1.
  • Page 17 3. Open the display panel Buckle 1 Slightly pull up the buckle of the Note PC, and the display panel will be unlocked. 4. Recharge the built-in battery pack by plugging the AC cord into DC Input connector When recharging the built-in battery pack: 1 Plug the AC power cord into the AC adapter.
  • Page 18 5. Make sure that the battery pack is fully recharged To avoid an interruption of your operation due to power failure, check the battery voltage when you start to use your PC in the field. See “Checking the battery level” (see Page 76) to check the battery voltage level.
  • Page 19: Turn-On

    TURN-ON Turning (On/Off) Key On Press the (On/Off) key. The PC will turn on and the Windows logo will appear. • Status indicators Stand By lamp HDD access lamp Wireless LAN access lamp When wireless LAN is accessed Num Lock lamp Caps Lock lamp Scroll Lock lamp * The Wireless LAN access lamp flashes rapidly during data reception and...
  • Page 20: Initial Setup Of Microsoft Windows

    Initial Setup of Microsoft Windows When using your PC for first time, you must prepare to use Microsoft Windows. Once you have finished the initial Windows setup, you can use the software and various PC functions. Use the following procedure to initially set up Microsoft Windows. For pointing device and keyboard operations, see Pages 54 to 56.
  • Page 21 6. Enter the user name and click [Next]. The “Thank you!” screen will appear. Tips The name you have entered is shown on the “welcome” screen that appears when you turn the PC power switch on after initial Windows setup. To start up Microsoft Windows, click the user name shown on the screen.
  • Page 22: Turn-Off

    Turn-Off Caution • Always use this procedure to turn off the PC. Otherwise, your PC may fail. 1. Click [start]. The “start” menu will appear. 2. Click [Turn Off computer]. The “Turn off computer” screen will appear. 3. Click [Turn Off]. The PC will be turned off automatically, and Before closing the LCD panel, make sure that Tips...
  • Page 23: Jvc Original Software And System Applications

    JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS...
  • Page 24: Setup Of Jvc Original Software

    JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE To use the JVC original software, you must set it up in the “Setup of JVC Original Software” given below. You can setup the following software programs. Setup software • CC converter (See Page 27.) • JVC’s DVC (Digital Video Camera) utilities Tips •...
  • Page 25: Dvc's Usb Drivers

    4. When the software has been set up, a prompt for PC restarting appears. Click [Finish] to restart the PC. Caution This setup cannot install all DVC utilities. After you have set up the original software, plug the DVC cable into the USB socket of your PC.
  • Page 26 As your PC has two USB ports, you need to set up both of them if you use them. If you are prompted to set up the USB port when you attach a device to it, repeat the above procedure again. JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS...
  • Page 27: Cc Converter

    CC Converter This is a data-band expansion system JVC has developed for audio applications. It reproduces the timbre of the original sound from high-quality and compressed music data as well. The CC converter operates as a system filter so that it takes effect regardless of the playback application.
  • Page 28 • More natural The CC converter functions to reproduce the original sound with the highest possible fidelity. The “More natural” level is suited to listening to non-compressed high-quality data through large-sized speakers. JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS...
  • Page 29: Pd-Ts Decorder

    GR-PD1 HI-RES. mode or PS50 mode and play the data using the Windows Media(TM) Player 9 of this unit (MP-XP731GB) in a simplified format (at a speed of about 3 frames per second), and it is pre-installed.
  • Page 30: Easy Network Changer

    For details on how to use the utility, refer to the utility’s help information. JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS icon on the desktop. icon on the task tray and select the profile from the menu which is...
  • Page 31: Using Bootable Cd Creater (Bcdc)

    Using Bootable CD Creator (BCDC) 1. To create the removable recovery CDs using Bootable CD Creator (BCDC), connect the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive to Interlink. 2. Once the DVD-ROM & CD-R/RW drive has been recognized, click [Start] [ [All Programs] [ [BCDC SE] to start BCDC. 3.
  • Page 32: Standard Application

    TV screen or PC screen. Cautions • For communication using the USB connection, this software is supported by JVC’s digital video camera with the GR-DVP9EK and later model numbers. (It is also supported by old model numbers i.Link is used for communication.)
  • Page 33 PINNACLE STUDIO 8 SE • The video editing software for the broadband age. This software makes it possible to capture moving pictures or still pictures from a digital video camera or digital camera, add various video effects and output them to a digital video camera or create movies in a variety of formats.
  • Page 34: To Set Up The Standard Applications Again

    3. Click an application program you want to uninstall. Click the [Change/Remove] button. 4. When you see a “Are you sure you want to remove ...?” message, click [Yes]. 5. The uninstaller will remove the selected application program. JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS...
  • Page 35: Navigate In The Internet World

    NAVIGATE IN THE INTERNET WORLD!
  • Page 36: To Connect To The Internet

    TO CONNECT TO THE INTERNET You must contract with an Internet service provider. Also, you need to have a telephone line to be connected to the service provider. Contracting with the Internet Service Provider An Internet service provider (an enterprise or an organization that provides the Internet connection and related services) is generally called a “provider.”...
  • Page 37: Connection Of Telephone Line And Modem Setup

    Connection of Telephone Line and Modem Setup Your PC has a built-in modem and a cable attached to it. You can enjoy the Internet and e-mail services by simply connecting your PC to the telephone line. 1. Plug the attached modem cable into the Modem jack of your PC until it clicks. Insert the cable connector into the jack in the correct direction.
  • Page 38 3. Seting up the modem 1 Click [start] and [Control Panel] in this order. 2 Click [Printers and Other Hardware]. 3 Click [Phone and Modem Options]. 4 When the “Location Information” screen appears, enter a city code in the “area code” field.
  • Page 39: The Internet Connection Setup

    The Internet Connection Setup Use the following procedure to connect your PC to the Internet network. This setup example uses the built-in modem of your PC and Microsoft’s Internet Explorer (IE) for the Internet connection. If you have already contracted with a provider, you can manually set up the Internet connection using the following procedure.
  • Page 40 3. Click [Connect to the Internet] option, and click [Next]. The “Getting Ready” screen will appear. 4. Click [Set up my connection manually] option, and click [Next]. The “Internet Connection” screen will appear. 5. Click [Connect using a dial-up modem] option, and click [Next]. The “Connection Name”...
  • Page 41 7. Enter the phone number, and click [Next]. The “Internet Account Information” screen will appear. 8. Enter the User name and Password (and enter the password again for confirmation), and click [Next]. The “Completing the New Connection Wizard” screen will appear. 9.
  • Page 42 Tips If you need to set up the DNS server address, follow steps 10 to 20. You may need to set up DNS server addresses (the primary and secondary DNS addresses) for some providers. If the DNS server addresses are stated on the documents sent from your provider, you need to set them up.
  • Page 43 15. Click [Networking]. 16. Click [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)] and click [Properties]. The “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” screen will appear. 17. Click [Obtain an IP address automatically], click [Use the following DNS server addresses], and enter the DNS server address printed on the document sent from the provider.
  • Page 44: Connecting To The Internet

    Connecting to the Internet After you have completed the “The Internet Connection Setup” procedure (pages 39 to 43), you can connect to the Internet. Use the following procedure. 1. Click [start] and click [Internet] at the upper left part of the Menu. The Internet Explorer will start up and the “Dial-up Connection”...
  • Page 45: Disconnection From The Internet

    Disconnection from the Internet When you are connected to the Internet, the use of the telephone line and the access to the provider are charged. Disconnect your PC from the Internet in one of the following ways when you are finished using the Internet.
  • Page 46: Accessing A Web Page

    Accessing a Web Page There is a large number of Web sites available. You can access a Web site using Microsoft’s Internet Explorer in your PC. The following shows three typical ways you can use to access a Web site. Before starting the following steps, connect your PC to the Internet using the “Connecting to the Internet”...
  • Page 47: E-Mailing

    E-MAILING You need to set up a mailing software to send and receive E-mails. Setting Up E-Mail Software Set up the E-mail transmission using the Outlook Express installed on your PC. Tips It is convenient for E-mail setup if you have the document sent from the provider to hand. 1.
  • Page 48 3. Enter your E-mail address in the “E-mail address” field, and click [Next]. The “E-mail Server Name” screen will appear. 4. Enter the “Incoming mail server” and “Outgoing mail server”, and click [Next]. Usually select “POP3” as the “My incoming mail server is a can change it if necessary.
  • Page 49 5. Enter the “Account name” and “Password,” and click [Next]. The “Congratulations” screen will appear. 6. Click [Finish]. The “Congratulations” screen will close, and Outlook Express will start up. The setup for the E-mail software is complete. 7. To quit Outlook Express, click [x] at the upper right corner of the screen.
  • Page 50: Sending And Receiving E-Mails

    Sending and Receiving E-mails You can create and send E-mail messages, and receive and read E-mail from others. You can learn procedures to enjoy E-mailing. Use Outlook Express installed on your PC for E-mail transmission. Connect to the provider. Create 1.
  • Page 51 3. Create a message. Enter the E-mail address Enter the message title Enter the message text here Destination: Enter the receiver's E-mail address. (Enter your E-mail address first to test E-mail transmission.) Title: Enter the message title. 4. Click [Send] at the left upper end of the screen to send the created message. The “Dial-up Connection”...
  • Page 52 7. To check the received messages, click [Inbox] on the screen. The received E-mail messages will be displayed. 8. To quit Outlook Express, click [x] at the upper right corner of the screen. Cautions • Disconnect your PC from the Internet after you have transmitted E-mail and finished accessing a Web site.
  • Page 53: Hardware

    HARDWARE...
  • Page 54: Using The Pointing Device

    Using the Pointing Device The pointing devices allow you to move the mouse pointer on the screen. You can move the cursor using the centre stick and three buttons in the similar way as the mouse. • Stick operations Usually operate the stick using your index finger. The mouse pointer moves in the direction you press the stick.
  • Page 55 • Double-click Press the mouse left button twice in succession and release it immediately. • Drag Use this operation to move an icon or a file. To do so, select an icon or a file, hold down the mouse left button and move it to the desired position, and release the mouse button. Note The pointing devices have initially been set for the “right-handed person”...
  • Page 56: Using Hot Keys

    Using Hot keys You can use the coloured hot keys of the PC keyboard. Hold down the Fn key and press one of the Hot keys to execute its command. List of hot keys Reduces the screen brightness level. Use this command to reduce the brightness level if the screen is too bright.
  • Page 57: If A Key Top Has Come Off

    If a Key Top Has Come Off If a key top has come off from the keyboard, put it back in place by following the procedure below. • How to attach the Enter key, left Shift key or Space key top 1 Take out the disengaged wire rod, and snag it onto the two projections as shown in the figure below.
  • Page 58: Increasing The (Optional) Memory Capacity

    Product Specifications on Page 101. You can reduce the application startup time and increase the data process speed by adding an optional memory board. Consult the JVC PC Technical Support Centre listed at the end of this manual for memory expansion.
  • Page 59: Adding Or Removing A Memory Board

    4. Add or remove a memory board. Caution Add the 256M-byte memory board to expand the PC’s memory capacity of the MP-XP731GB to the maximum 512M-bytes. Refer to page 60 for the procedure to mount and remove the memory board.
  • Page 60 1) Mounting a memory board 1 Check the correct mounting direction of memory board (by observing the cut area). 2 Slant the memory board and insert it into its socket. 3 Push the memory board until it is locked, but do not apply excessive force to it. Caution If it is difficult to lock the memory board, make sure that the board has been inserted securely.
  • Page 61: Checking The Additional Memory Board

    Checking the Additional Memory Board Use the following procedure to check the memory board installation. 1. Turn on your PC and start Windows. 2. Click [start] and select [Control Panel]. 3. Click the [Performance and Maintenance] icon. 4. Click the [System] icon. The “System Properties”...
  • Page 62: Using An External Monitor

    Using an External Monitor To attach an external monitor to your PC, use the MP-VGX2E external display cable. Connecting an external monitor When you connect an external monitor to your PC, it looks like an ordinary desktop PC. You can use the monitor by just connecting it with the MP-VGX2E cable.
  • Page 63: Connecting To A Network

    Connecting to a Network With the network function, you can connect to a network at your office or home to transfer data between PCs and access the Internet from multiple PCs. For setting for intranet connection, consult a system administrator at your company. Connection to a network requires the following items.
  • Page 64 4 Double-click [Local Area Connection]. The “Local Area Connection Status” screen will appear. 5 Click the [Properties] button. The “Local Area Connection Properties” screen will appear. 6 On the [General] tab, double-click [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)]. The “Properties of Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” screen will appear. 7 Enter appropriate values in the [Use the following IP address] and [Use the following DNS server addresses] fields.
  • Page 65 8 Click the [OK] button. A message prompting you to restart the computer will appear. 9 Click the [OK] button to make the change take effect. 0 Restart the computer. • Checking the MAC address Use the following procedure to check the MAC address of the internal LAN card. Important To check the MAC address, you have to set a LAN (local area) connection in the [Network connection] screen.
  • Page 66 5 Double-click [Local Area Connection]. The “Local Area Connection Status” screen will appear. 6 Click the [Support] tab and the [Details] button. The “Network Connection Details” screen will appear. 7 The MAC address is displayed as the “Physical Address” on the list. HARDWARE...
  • Page 67: General Description Of Wireless Lan

    Network Connections Using a Wireless LAN The model MP-XP731GB PC comes with wireless LAN functions. You can connect to a LAN system from any location within the wireless communication area to access the Internal LAN or send and receive mail. By using a wireless LAN access point (available from a retail store) which is connected to an ADSL modem (available from a retail store), you can access broadband environments from a multiple number of PCs.
  • Page 68: Suggestions For Using The Wireless Lan

    LAN is possible, open the display, and point its reverse side (the side with JVC logo) at the access point. Do not place any obstacles such as books or thick stacks of paper between the PC and access point.
  • Page 69 1. Start up the PC. If the [Intel(R) Setting Service] screen appears, click the [No] button. This message will no longer appear if a check mark is entered for “Do not display in the future” . 2. Set the wireless LAN to ON using the wireless LAN ON/OFF switch. The wireless LAN now starts up, and the wireless LAN indicator F10 key flashes while a search is being conducted, and it lights when a connection is made.
  • Page 70 2 Click the [Properties] button on the [Wireless Network Connection] screen. The [Wireless Network Connection Properties] screen now appears. 3 Click the [General] tab on the [Wireless Network Connection Properties] screen, and click [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)] to select the Internet protocol. A screen such as the one shown below appears.
  • Page 71 4 Click the [Properties] button on the [Wireless Network Connection Properties] screen. The [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties] screen shown below now appears. 5 Use the following example as a reference, and proceed with the settings to suit how the wireless LAN is to be used. For making a wireless network connection using a public wireless LAN service: With a public wireless LAN service, it is customary for the DHCP server function that automatically allocates the IP address to be enabled.
  • Page 72 For making the wireless network connection via an access point: In cases involving an in-company LAN, etc. where a DHCP server is in operation on the wired network to which the access point is connected, click and select “Obtain an IP address automatically”...
  • Page 73: How To Shut Down The Wireless Lan Functions

    Tips In order to prevent wiretapping and unauthorized intrusions, a network key (WEP key) may have been set for each access point. If a network key has been set, input as required. For details on how to set the network key, refer to “How to Set the Wireless LAN Functions” on page 74.
  • Page 74: How To Set The Wireless Lan Function

    How to Set the Wireless LAN Function 1. Double-click the [Wireless Network Connections] The “Wireless Network Connection Status” screen will appear. 2. Click the [Properties] button on the [Wireless Network Connection Status] screen. The [Wireless Network Connection Properties] screen will appear. 3.
  • Page 75 4. Select the network used from the list of [Preferred Networks], and click the [Properties] button. 5. Set the necessary items, and click the [OK] button. Example 1) Set [Data encryption] to [WEP]. 2) Remove the check from the “The key is provided automatically” item. 3) Input the “Network key.”...
  • Page 76: Checking The Battery Level

    Checking the Battery Level On the “Power Option Properties” screen, click the [Power Meter] tab. The current total battery level is displayed. Use the following procedure. 1. Click the [start] button and [Control Panel]. 2. Click the [Performance and Maintenance] icon. 3.
  • Page 77: Power-Saving Mode

    Power-saving Mode In compliance with the operation regulations of the International Energy Star Program, this unit enters the power-saving mode when no operation is performed for a certain period. On the [Power Schemes] tab in the “Power Option Properties” screen (page 76), you can specify the time that must expire before the unit enters the power-saving mode.
  • Page 78 • System in standby status The built-in battery discharges whilst the PC is in system standby status. As a result, any unsaved data may be lost or the system may not start up. Be sure to turn off the PC when it is not used for a long time.
  • Page 79: Unknown Partition On Hard Disk

    Unknown Partition on Hard Disk This PC reserves the image data required for recovery as a “recovery area” in the hard disk. If you accidentally delete a partition of the recovery area, you cannot recover it. The important points to keep in mind are: •...
  • Page 80 MEMO...
  • Page 81: Pc Recovery (Repeated Pc Setup)

    PC RECOVERY (REPEATED PC SETUP)
  • Page 82: Setting Up Your Pc Again

    Setting Up Your PC Again 1. What is the Recovery? When you return your PC to the original state during shipment, it is called “PC recovery.” You can recover your PC in one of the following two ways. (1) Initialize the hard disk and restore all files. (2) Restore the first partition of the hard disk only.
  • Page 83: System Recovery Procedure

    System Recovery Procedure 1. Hold down the F10 key and press the Power button to start up your PC. When message “Do you wish to continue? (Y/N)” appears, respond with Y. Tips • If you respond with N, the recovery is canceled. The PC will restart and the Windows OS will start up.
  • Page 84 COMPUTER WIEDERHERSTELLUNG (RECOVERY) 5. After the system recovery has been completed, the message “Turn Power switch off and restart the PC.” appears. Restart your PC. Your PC has been returned to the original state before shipment. 6. Set up the Windows OS by following the “Initial Setup of Microsoft Windows” procedure on Page 20.
  • Page 85: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING...
  • Page 86: Q&A

    Q&A section. If the Q&A does not help you Contact us. If you cannot remove the trouble successfully, contact the JVC PC Technical Support Centre. See the back cover for the phone number. Power The power does not turn on.
  • Page 87: Startup And Operation Of Windows

    Startup and Operation of Windows The screen has hung. Use the following procedure to forcibly exit the applications running on your PC. Important When applications are forcibly terminated through this procedure, any unsaved unsaved data will be lost. Terminating an application forcibly 1.
  • Page 88 Use the following procedure to start up your PC in the safe mode. 1. Turn on the PC. 2. As soon as the JVC logo appears, hold down the F8 key. Tips If the F8 key is pressed too late, Windows tries to make a normal startup.
  • Page 89: Display

    Display The PC is turned on but nothing appears on the screen. If the screen blacks out during operation, check the following. • When the (Stand By) lamp is lit. • Move the stick or press any key on the keyboard to check if the power-saving function is working.
  • Page 90: Using The Internet

    Using the Internet I cannot dial up. Check the connection. • Check that the modem cable is connected. If you see the “There was no dial tone.” message, check the connection between the unit and the telephone line connector on the wall. Insert the modem fully until it is locked. •...
  • Page 91 The PC dials but connection is not established. Check the dialing setting. • Check that the dialing type (tone or pulse) is correctly set for your telephone line. For checking and configuration procedures, see “3. Setting up the modem” on page 38. •...
  • Page 92 In cases like this, change to a setting other than “Max Battery” or “Presentation” (such as “Portable/Laptop”). The PC cannot send or receive e-mail messages. If you are using the Outlook Express software, check the e-mail software settings.
  • Page 93: Wireless Lan

    Wireless LAN I can’t communicate. Check the following. • Is the device serving as the other end of the communication the kind of device which can communicate with the PC? A number of communication systems can be used with the wireless LAN, but unless the same system is used at both ends, communication will not be possible.
  • Page 94: Battery

    How can I check the MAC address? Proceed as follows to check the MAC address of the PC’s wireless LAN. * In order to check the MAC address, the wireless network connection must first be set using [Network Connections]. 1. Click the [Start] menu, and click [Control Panel]. 2.
  • Page 95: Miscellaneous

    Miscellaneous The PC is hot. The PC may become warm when used for a long time, but this is not a failure. Do not block the vents in the bottom or sides through which internal heat is removed. The PC makes no sound. Check the following.
  • Page 96 • To bring up the BIOS menu, turn on the PC and press the Alt and F2 keys while the JVC logo screen is shown. Do not change the BIOS setting unless you have adequate knowledge of computers. A wrong setting can make your PC unable to start up again or, worse, damage it.
  • Page 97: Appendix

    APPENDIX...
  • Page 98: List Of Support Centres

    APPENDIX List of Support Centres 1. ImageMixer with VCD 1.1 VJ http://www.imagemixer.com 2. Norton AntiVirus 2003 http://www.symantec.com/region/reg-eu/techsupp/index.html 3. RealOne Player http://www.service.real.com 4. PINNACLE STUDIO 8 SE http://www.pinnaclesys.com...
  • Page 99: Trademark Notice

    Trademark Notice 1. i.LINK refers to IEEE1394-1995 and their expanded specifications. i.LINK and the i.LINK logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation, devised to make people more familiar with IEEE 1394. 2. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S.
  • Page 100: How To Disposal

    How to Disposal Recommendations for product disposal Under no circumstances must the lithium-ion Doing so may cause a fire, electric shocks and/or injury. Lithium-ion battery packs which are no longer required constitute a precious recyclable resource. When disposing of the product, do not dispose of the lithium-ion battery pack but recycle it instead.
  • Page 101: Specification

    *2 The video memory of 8MB to 64MB is automatically assigned from the main memory depending on the PC’s operating conditions. For this reason, it cannot be changed manually. *3 This is achieved by the dithering function. MP-XP731GB Microsoft Windows...
  • Page 102: Wireless Lan Specifications

    *4 An optional connecting cable (MP-VGX2E) is required for the connection with the external monitor. Depending on the external monitor used, some modes may not be displayed. *5 Displayed on the external monitor only. *6 The channels which can be used by this wireless LAN are 1 to 11. An access point is required in addition if the wireless LAN is to be used to connect to a LAN system or the Internet.
  • Page 103: Options (Separately Available)

    Options (separately available) Option name CD-ROM drive *1 Standard lithium ion battery pack *2 Large-capacity lithium ion battery pack *3 Battery charger *4 AC adapter *2 External display cable Connected with a PC card and powered from the Mobile mini note PC. Maximum read speed is 16x.
  • Page 104 MEMO...
  • Page 105 MEMO...
  • Page 106 0197 · This equipment with RLAN is intended to be used in Germany, UK, Austria and Switzerland. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a licence for operation. · The built-in V.90 modem is installed for use on official analog telephone lines in Germany, UK, Austria, France and Switzerland.
  • Page 107 MP-WDX2E DVD-ROM&CD-R/RW Drive Unité de CD-RW et unité de DVD-ROM CD-RW- und DVD-ROM-Laufwerk User Manual Manuel d’utilisation Bedienungstanleitung LET0245-001A...
  • Page 108 Directive 1999 / 5 / EC. Should you have any problem on this MP-WDX2E, we kindly ask you to inform your JVC Service Centre the nature of the problem and details of which service provider you are using.
  • Page 109 CAUTION: • Use the provided multi-voltage AC power adapter and AC plug adapter. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.) When the equipment is installed in a cabinet or on a shelf, make sure that it has sufficient space on all sides to allow for ventilation (10 cm or more on both sides, on top and at the rear).
  • Page 110: Caution For Laser

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Do not point the lens directly into the sun. This can cause eye injuries, as well as lead to the malfunctioning of internal circuitry. There is also a risk of fire or electric shock. CAUTION! The following notes concern possible physical damage to the product and to the user. Do not let children operate this product, as they are particularly susceptible to injure.
  • Page 111 JVC; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. The product name and revision number are both printed on the product itself.Manual revisions are released for each product design represented by the digit before and after the period of the manual revision number.
  • Page 112 Contents SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ... 2 CAUTION FOR LASER ... 4 Copyrights/Disclaimer ... 5 Contents ... 6 Installation Notices ... 7 Using the Device ... 8 Conventions used in this guide ... 8 Package Contents ... 9 Product Introduction ... 10 Specifications ...
  • Page 113: Installation Notices

    Observe the following precautions before installing and using the DVD-ROM and CD-R/RW Drive. Installation Notices Do not place this device in an unstable position, or on vibrating surfaces. Do not place this device under direct sunlight or in humid or damp places. Do not use or place this device near magnetic fields, televisions, or radios to avoid electronic interference that...
  • Page 114: Using The Device

    Using the Device • Use of any controls, adjustments, or procedures other than those specified in this manual may result to hazardous radiation exposure. • Do not attempt to disassemble the drive. • Do not move the device from a cold to a warm or hot environment. change of temperature is harmful to the device.
  • Page 115: Package Contents

    Upon opening your MP-WDX2E DVD-ROM and CD-R/RW Drive package, check if all the following items are present and in good condition. If any of the items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer immediately. • MP-WDX2E DVD-ROM and CD-R/RW Drive •...
  • Page 116: Product Introduction

    Product Introduction Specifications The MP-WDX2E has the following specifications. • Speeds - CD-R Write Speed - CD-RW Write Speed - CD Read Speed - DVD Read Speed - DAE Speed • Random Access Time • Interface • Technology support • Buffer Memory Size •...
  • Page 117: Features

    Features The MP-WDX2E is a DVD-ROM and CD-R/RW Drive with 24x CD-Write, 12x CD- ReWrite, 24x CD-Read and 8x DVD-Read capabilities. The drive complies with the Universal Serial Bus 2.0 (USB 2.0) specification and comes equipped with the latest innovative technologies in CD recording.
  • Page 118: Panel

    Panel Top Cover Panel 1. STOP/OPEN Button This button has two functions. Pressing this button when power is ON opens the top cover. While in PLAY mode, pressing this button stops playing the disc loaded in the drive. 2. PLAY/SKIP Button This button has two functions.
  • Page 119: Right Side Panel

    Right Side Panel 4. Power switch Turns the power supply ON or OFF. Switching to the right turns the machine OFF and switching to the left turns it ON. 5. Power/Read/Write Indicator This LED flashes green when drive power is turned ON, when reading data from a disc or when the USB connection is established.It flashes red when data is being written on a disc.
  • Page 120: Installation

    Installation System Requirements Before installing and using the MP-WDX2E, make sure that your computer system meets the following requirements. For Notebook or PC: • IBM-compatible Pentium® II - 333 MHz or higher PC • Windows 98SE/ME/2000/XP operating system • At least 64MB RAM (128MB recommended) Do not use damaged or warped disc in the drive.
  • Page 121: Connecting The Drive Cables

    Connecting the Drive Cables 1. Connect the USB cord - B series plug to the drive USB 2.0 connector. 2. Connect the USB cord - A series plug to the USB 2.0 connector of your notebook, 3. Connect the adapter cable to DC IN power connector on your drive. 4.
  • Page 122: Using The Ac Power Adapter And Ac Plug Adapter

    USING HOUSEHOLD AC PLUG ADAPTER In case of connecting the unit’s AC power adapter to an AC wall outlet of each areas, use an AC plug adapter, as shown. For this AC plug adapter, consult your nearest JVC dealer. (for UK)
  • Page 123: Removing The Ac Plug Adapter

    2. Each AC plug adapter is slotted to fit into the AC power adapter. Make sure the flat parallel prongs on the AC power adapter is in flat position before inserting any AC plug adapter. 3. Insert the AC plug adapter into the AC power adapter until it locks properly in place.
  • Page 124: Checking The Drive In The System

    2. On the pop-up menu, click Properties. 3. Click the Device Manager Switch on the Hardware dialogue box. 4. Click on CD-ROM from the list. Screen display may vary depending on the operating system (OS) version. JVC MP- WDX2E drive name should appear here.
  • Page 125: Unplugging The Mp-Wdx2E Device

    1. Locate the Safely Remove Hardware icon found in the taskbar. Double-click on the icon. 2. Select the name of the hardware device (“JVC MP-WDX2E”), to unplug. Click Stop. 3. Confirm the device to be stopped. Again, select the name of the device you want to unplug.
  • Page 126: Drive Basics

    Drive Basics Placing a Disc into the Drive 1. Press the open/stop button on the top cover panel of the drive to open the top cover. 2. When the top cover opens, carefully lift the top cover fully upward.
  • Page 127: Ejecting A Disc From The Drive

    3. Place the disc into the tray and make sure the disc is securely clipped in place. 4. Close the top cover by gently pressing the cover downwards until the top cover locks in place. Ejecting a Disc from the Drive 1.
  • Page 128: Using The Emergency Manual Eject Bar

    Using the Emergency Manual Eject Bar The emergency manual eject bar at the bottom panel of the drive allows you to manually open the top cover and remove a disc from the drive in the following instances: • supply of power to the computer is cut due to electrical power outage •...
  • Page 129: Using Compact Discs

    Using Compact Discs Take note of the instructions in this section when using compact discs. These instructions will help you avoid damaging the discs and your CD-RW/DVD-ROM drive. Cleaning a Disc Spray the disc with compressed air for about five seconds to get rid of the dust on a disc.
  • Page 130: Technical Information

    Technical Information Environmental Specifications Temperature Humidity Vibration Impact Acoustic (Microphone located 50cm in front of the drive, 120 cm above the drive at 30o angle.) Reliability Mean Time To Repair (MTTR) Electrical and Audio Specifications Power Source I/O Terminal Audio AC Power Adapter (ADP-15AH) INPUT OUTPUT...
  • Page 131 Memo...
  • Page 132 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Japan 0903KHY IDASS 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED...

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