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Reference Guide
HP Tablet PC Series Docking Station
Document Part Number: 335884-001
October 2003
This guide provides information on docking and undocking the
tablet PC to the Tablet PC Docking Station (in both portrait and
landscape positions), operating the Docking Station with the
tablet PC, and using the screen protector, as well as tips on
solving common docking problems.

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  • Page 1 Reference Guide HP Tablet PC Series Docking Station Document Part Number: 335884-001 October 2003 This guide provides information on docking and undocking the tablet PC to the Tablet PC Docking Station (in both portrait and landscape positions), operating the Docking Station with the tablet PC, and using the screen protector, as well as tips on solving common docking problems.
  • Page 2 U.S. and/or other countries. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express limited warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    1 Identifying the Components Docking Station Components ..... 1–2 Front View....... . . 1–2 Right Side View.
  • Page 4 Contents Customizing Profiles (Optional) ....3–4 Identifying the Profile ......3–4 Changing the Windows Control Definitions .
  • Page 5 HP Customer Care ......A–1 HP Web Site ....... A–2 HP Authorized Reseller .

  • Page 6: Identifying The Components

    Identifying the Components This chapter helps you to identify: Tablet PC Docking Station components Tablet PC components Keyboard components This chapter assumes that the Docking Station is in the portrait (vertical) position when describing the components. Reference Guide 1–1...

  • Page 7: Docking Station Components

    Identifying the Components Docking Station Components Front View Component Docking stand Release handle Docking connector Docking eject pin Docking restraint latch Docking alignment brackets (2) 1–2 Description Holds the tablet PC when it is docked. Ejects the tablet PC from the docking stand.

  • Page 8: Right Side View

    Right Side View Component MultiBay Pivot arm Reference Guide Identifying the Components Description Supports a diskette drive, CD-ROM or CD-RW drive, DVD drive, DVD/CD-RW drive, or second hard drive. Tilts the docking stand forward and backward to enable different viewing angles and different docking modes.

  • Page 9: Back View

    Identifying the Components Back View Component RJ-45 network jack External monitor connector Audio line-out jack Audio line-in jack USB connectors (3) AC power connector When the tablet PC is docked, the RJ-45 network cable must be connected to the Docking Station and not to the tablet PC. See “Using Communications Devices”...

  • Page 10: Left Side View

    Left Side View Component External MultiBay connector MultiBay release lever Security cable slot If an optional External MultiBay device is connected to a USB connector, the device must also be connected to AC power. Refer in this chapter to the MultiBay device is connected to the External MultiBay connector, it is not necessary to connect the External MultiBay device to AC power.

  • Page 11: Tablet Pc Components

    Identifying the Components Tablet PC Components Tablet PC docking alignment slots The tablet PC docking alignment slots fit onto the Docking Station docking alignment brackets. 1–6 Reference Guide...
  • Page 12 Item Component Screen protector slots (2) Universal attachment slots (2) Alignment key slot Reference Guide Identifying the Components Description Stabilize the screen protector when it is attached to the tablet PC. Secure the screen protector, the portfolio, or keyboard to the tablet PC. Accepts an alignment key to ensure proper orientation.

  • Page 13: Keyboard Components

    Identifying the Components Keyboard Components Item Component Screen protector slots (2) Attachment release switch Universal attachment slots (2) Alignment key slot 1–8 Description Attach the screen protector to the keyboard. Releases an attachment, such as the screen protector or portfolio, from the keyboard. Secure the screen protector or portfolio to the keyboard.

  • Page 14: Docking And Undocking The Tablet Pc

    Docking and Undocking This chapter describes the following procedures: Connecting to a power source Docking the tablet PC (in portrait and landscape positions) Undocking the tablet PC Turning the system on and off It also provides guidelines to consider when docking the tablet PC with or without the keyboard attached.

  • Page 15: Connecting To A Power Source

    Docking and Undocking the Tablet PC Connecting to a Power Source The Docking Station must be connected to external power for operation. Å WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment: Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety feature.

  • Page 16: Docking The Tablet Pc

    Docking the Tablet PC When docking the tablet PC, the tablet PC can be: Powered on or off Docked with or without the optional keyboard If the screen protector is attached, it must be resting on the tablet PC screen, and not folded back, to prevent blocking the docking connector.
  • Page 17 Docking and Undocking the Tablet PC With the Keyboard Attached The optional keyboard includes a docking connector pass-through so that the tablet PC can be docked with the keyboard attached. Before docking with the keyboard attached, close the tablet PC and keyboard, then slide the keyboard latch to the right to lock them together.

  • Page 18: Docking In The Portrait Position

    Docking in the Portrait Position Before you begin, place the Docking Station and the docking stand on a firm, flat surface. To dock the tablet PC in the portrait position: 1. Align the docking alignment slots on the lower edge of the tablet PC with the alignment brackets on the docking stand.
  • Page 19 Docking and Undocking the Tablet PC 2. Align the docking connector on the back of the tablet PC with the docking connector on the docking stand. Then pivot the top of the tablet PC toward the top of the docking stand until the connectors are positioned for the connection.
  • Page 20 3. Using both hands, place your thumbs on the pressure points shown below on the front of the tablet PC and your fingers on the pressure points shown below on the back of the docking stand. Then squeeze the tablet PC and docking stand connectors together firmly.
  • Page 21 Docking and Undocking the Tablet PC If the docking stand is positioned in writing mode, simply press the tablet PC into place. For more information on writing mode, see the Tablet PC” Docking the tablet PC in writing mode To set your desktop video profiles for the first time or customize your settings, see Chapter 3, 2–8 “Changing the Viewing Angle of the...

  • Page 22: Docking In The Landscape Position

    Docking in the Landscape Position Before you begin, place the Docking Station and the docking stand on a firm, flat surface. To dock the tablet PC in the landscape position: 1. Align the docking alignment slots on the lower edge of the tablet PC with the alignment brackets on the docking stand.
  • Page 23 Docking and Undocking the Tablet PC 2. Align the docking connector on the back of the tablet PC with the docking connector on the docking stand. Then pivot the left side of the tablet PC toward the docking stand until the connectors are positioned for the connection.
  • Page 24 3. Using both hands, place your thumbs on the pressure points shown below on the front of the tablet PC and your fingers on the pressure points shown below on the back of the docking stand. Then squeeze the tablet PC and docking stand connectors together firmly.

  • Page 25: Docking The Tablet Pc With The Keyboard Attached

    Docking and Undocking the Tablet PC Docking the Tablet PC with the Keyboard Attached To use a keyboard and pointing device while the tablet PC is docked: » Connect an external USB keyboard and mouse to the Docking Station. Make sure that your desktop video profiles are enabled. Refer to Chapter 3, “Using Desktop Video Profiles,”...
  • Page 26 Docking and Undocking the Tablet PC Docking and undocking the tablet PC with the keyboard attached and opened is not supported. Tablet PC incorrectly docked with the keyboard attached Reference Guide 2–13...

  • Page 27: Undocking The Tablet Pc

    Docking and Undocking the Tablet PC Undocking the Tablet PC When undocking, the tablet PC can be powered on or off. To undock the tablet PC: 1. Pull the release handle. Pulling the release handle 2. Pull the tablet PC away and out of the docking stand. Removing the tablet PC from the docking stand 2–14 Reference Guide...

  • Page 28: Turning The System On And Off

    Docking and Undocking the Tablet PC Turning the System On and Off When the tablet PC is docked in the Tablet PC Docking Station, turn the system on or off using the power button on the tablet PC. Power to the tablet PC can be on or off when docking or undocking.

  • Page 29: Using Desktop Video Profiles

    Docking Station. The tablet PC is shipped with only the undocked profile enabled. All additional profiles are disabled. HP recommends that you enable the profiles when you add a Tablet PC Docking Station, full-sized monitor, or external keyboard and mouse to the system.

  • Page 30: Setting Up The Hardware

    Using Desktop Video Profiles Setting Up the Hardware Ensure that the hardware is arranged so that the tablet PC display and the external monitor are in a comfortable viewing position and so that the keyboard, mouse, and Docking Station are easy to reach.

  • Page 31: Enabling Default Profiles

    Enabling Default Profiles To enable the default profiles: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Other Control Panel Options > NVIDIA > nView Desktop Manager icon > Profiles tab. Alternatively, you can right-click on the desktop, then select nView Properties > nView Desktop Manager icon > Profiles tab.

  • Page 32: Customizing Profiles (Optional)

    Using Desktop Video Profiles Customizing Profiles (Optional) The nView Desktop Manager utility enables you to create one custom undocked profile, one custom docked profile, and one custom writing mode profile. Ensure that the nView Desktop Manager utility and the Save Profile window remain open until you have changed all the settings you want to customize.

  • Page 33: Changing The Hot Key Definitions

    Changing the Hot Key Definitions To change the Hot Key definitions: 1. Select the Hot Keys tab in the nView Desktop Manager utility. 2. Select the system task you want to add. 3. Select Add. 4. Press the Hot Key keystroke you want to assign to this system task.

  • Page 34: Defining Applications To Launch

    Using Desktop Video Profiles Defining Applications to Launch Each profile can launch a number of applications. While editing your profile, launch the applications you want your profile to open automatically. If you do not want applications to open automatically when a profile is activated, close all applications before saving the custom profile.

  • Page 35: Using The Tablet Pc Docking Station And Screen Protector

    Using the Tablet PC Docking Station and Screen Protector This chapter provides the following procedures: Changing the tablet PC orientation and viewing angle Using optional MultiBay devices Connecting and using external devices Using communications devices Attaching and detaching the screen protector The procedures and information in this chapter assume the tablet PC is in the portrait position unless otherwise noted.

  • Page 36: Changing The Orientation And Viewing Angle

    Using the Tablet PC Docking Station and Screen Protector Changing the Orientation and Viewing Angle The Docking Station enables you to change the orientation of the tablet PC. You can change the orientation from portrait (vertical) to landscape (horizontal). You can also change the angle of the tablet PC from a viewing position (viewing mode) to a handwriting position (writing mode).
  • Page 37 Using the Tablet PC Docking Station and Screen Protector To change the tablet PC orientation from landscape to portrait: » Turn the tablet PC clockwise. Changing the tablet PC from landscape to portrait Changing the orientation also automatically changes the orientation of the images on the tablet PC screen.

  • Page 38: Changing The Viewing Angle Of The Tablet Pc

    Using the Tablet PC Docking Station and Screen Protector Changing the Viewing Angle of the Tablet PC The pivot arm that connects the docking stand to the base of the Docking Station enables you to change the angle of the tablet PC from viewing mode to writing mode.

  • Page 39: Using Optional Multibay Devices

    Using Optional MultiBay Devices The following MultiBay devices can be used with the Docking Station: Diskette drive CD-ROM or CD-RW drive DVD drive DVD/CD-RW drive Hard drive Ä CAUTION: Static electricity can damage electronic components. Before beginning the following procedures, make sure you are grounded (discharged of static electricity) by briefly touching a grounded, unpainted metal object or surface.

  • Page 40: Inserting And Removing Devices

    Using the Tablet PC Docking Station and Screen Protector Inserting and Removing Devices Device Diskette drive Hard drive CD-RW DVD/CD-RW To insert a MultiBay device: » Slide the device into the bay. Inserting a MultiBay device To eject a MultiBay device: Ä...
  • Page 41 1. Pull the MultiBay release lever. Pulling the MultiBay release lever If a security cable is inserted in the security cable slot, the cable must be removed before the release lever can be pulled. 2. Pull the device out of the bay. Removing a MultiBay device Reference Guide Using the Tablet PC Docking Station and Screen Protector...

  • Page 42: Using External Multibay Devices

    The security cable also acts as a deterrent when secured to an immovable object. Use a security cable from an HP authorized reseller or directly from the HP Web site at region from the drop-down list. The purpose of security solutions is to act as a deterrent. These solutions do not prevent the product from being mishandled or stolen.

  • Page 43: Connecting And Using External Devices

    To install a security cable: 1. Loop the security cable around a secured object. 2. If the cable has a key 1, use it to lock and unlock the cable. 3. Pull the security cable lock through the cable loop and insert the cable 2 into the security cable slot on the Docking Station.

  • Page 44: Connecting Standard External Devices

    Using the Tablet PC Docking Station and Screen Protector Connecting Standard External Devices The tablet PC and Docking Station jacks and connectors support standard external devices. For information about which jack or connector to use, refer to the documentation included with the device. For information about installing or loading any software required by the device, refer to the device documentation, the operating system Help files, or the device manufacturer’s...

  • Page 45: Connecting Monitors

    Connecting Monitors To connect an external monitor to the system, insert the monitor cable into the external monitor connector on the back of the Docking Station. Connecting the monitor cable to the tablet PC connector while docked to the Docking Station may cause degraded service. VGA devices, such as monitors and projectors, cannot be connected to the tablet PC and the Docking Station at the same time.

  • Page 46: Using Communications Devices

    Using the Tablet PC Docking Station and Screen Protector A USB hub is a connecting device that can be powered or unpowered. Powered hubs must be connected to external power. Unpowered hubs must be connected either to a USB connector on the Docking Station or to a powered hub.

  • Page 47: Attaching And Detaching The Screen Protector

    Attaching and Detaching the Screen Protector When you are using only the tablet PC, attach the screen protector to the tablet PC. When you are using the tablet PC with the tablet PC keyboard, attach the screen protector to the keyboard.
  • Page 48 Using the Tablet PC Docking Station and Screen Protector 3. Fold the screen protector over the tablet PC screen. Folding the screen protector over the tablet PC 4–14 Reference Guide...

  • Page 49: Detaching The Screen Protector From The Tablet Pc

    Detaching the Screen Protector from the Tablet PC To detach the screen protector from the tablet PC, slide and hold the attachment release switch 1 on the tablet PC as you detach the clips on the screen protector from the slots on the tablet PC 2.

  • Page 50: Attaching The Screen Protector To The Keyboard

    Using the Tablet PC Docking Station and Screen Protector Attaching the Screen Protector to the Keyboard To attach the screen protector to the keyboard: 1. Align the 4 clips (2 sets of 2) on the screen protector with the 2 universal attachment slots and the 2 screen protector slots on the keyboard.

  • Page 51: Keyboard

    » Fold the screen protector over the tablet PC screen. Folding the screen protector over the tablet PC with the keyboard attached Detaching the Screen Protector from the Keyboard To detach the screen protector from the keyboard, slide and hold the attachment release switch 1 on the keyboard as you detach the clips on the screen protector from the slots on the keyboard 2.

  • Page 52: Getting Help

    Outside North America, call the nearest HP Customer Care. Telephone numbers for HP Customer Care are listed on the HP Web site. Access the HP Web site by logging on to the Internet at http://www.hp.com. drop-down list. Be sure to have the following items and information available...

  • Page 53: Hp Web Site

    Troubleshooting HP Web Site The HP Web site has the latest information on this product as well as the latest drivers. You can access the HP Web site by logging on to the Internet at HP Authorized Reseller For the name of your nearest HP authorized reseller: In the United States, call 1-800-345-1518.

  • Page 54: Troubleshooting Problems, Causes And Solutions

    Troubleshooting Problems, Causes and Solutions The following tables list possible problems, the possible cause of each problem, and the recommended solutions. Docking Problems Problem Possible Cause Tablet PC is not The tablet PC is not properly docked. fully seated. The tablet PC is not aligned with the docking stand alignment brackets.

  • Page 55: Tablet Pc Orientation Problems

    Troubleshooting Tablet PC Orientation Problems Problem Possible Cause Tablet PC is not The tablet PC is in the primary viewing mode. display. Default Desktop Video Profile applications are has been disabled. not showing when the The applications have tablet PC is been removed from in viewing or the profile.

  • Page 56: External Device Problems

    External Device Problems Problem Possible Cause New device is The device cable or not recognized power cord is loose. as part of the computer system. The device was connected while the system was turned on. The cables are connected to the wrong connectors.

  • Page 57: Dimensions

    Dimensions The Docking Station requires the following desk space: Viewing mode: 20.3 × 20.3 cm (8.0 × 8.0 in) Writing mode: 21.6 × 45.7 cm (8.5 × 18 in) Operating Environment Factor Temperature Operating Nonoperating Relative humidity (noncondensing) Operating Nonoperating Maximum altitude (unpressurized) Operating Nonoperating...

  • Page 58: Rated Input Power

    Specifications Rated Input Power Input Power Operating voltage Operating current Operating frequency range When powered by a DC source This product is designed for IT power systems in Norway with phase-to-phase voltage not exceeding 240 Vrms. B–2 Rating 100–120/220–240 Vrms 1.7/0.85 A RMS 50 to 60 Hz AC 18.5 V MAX...
  • Page 59 AC adapter 2–2 AC power connector 1–4 aligning the tablet PC 2–5 alignment brackets 1–2 alignment slots 1–6 2–5 2–9 altitude specifications B–1 angle, changing tablet PC 4–4 attachment release switch keyboard 4–17 tablet PC 4–15 tablet PC keyboard 1–8 audio line-in jack 1–4 audio line-out jack 1–4 brackets, alignment 1–2...
  • Page 60 4–8 connector locations 1–5 handle, release 1–2 hard drive 4–5 help resources A–1 horizontal orientation 4–2 HP authorized reseller A–2 hub 4–11 humidity specifications B–1 input power specifications B–2 jacks, connection 1–4 landscape orientation 4–2 MultiBay devices connector 1–5...
  • Page 61 screen protector slots 1–8 security cable slot 1–5 static electricity 4–5 tablet PC alignment slot 1–7 docking alignment slots 1–6 orientation 4–2 screen protector slots 1–7 universal attachment slots 1–7 1–8 technical support A–1 temperature specifications B–1 troubleshooting A–1 turning system on/off 2–15 Reference Guide 4–8 undocking 2–14...

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