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All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic, or other means in any form without prior written permission of TabletKiosk. If you have any questions regarding the Sahara NetSlate, or the information contained within this manual, please contact TabletKiosk at info@tabletkiosk.com.
ing the maximum rated voltage may cause damage to the AC adapter or to the Sahara NetSlate. This could result in fire or electrical shock. When the AC adapter is plugged into an electrical outlet, place the power cord so it will not be stepped on or walked on. Do not place objects over or on the power cord.
Under no circumstances should the user attempt to disassemble the power supply. The power supply has no user-replaceable parts and its insides contain components that are electrically- charged with hazardous voltage levels that can cause serious personal injury. A defective power supply must be returned to your dealer.
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Use only shielded I/O cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by TabletKiosk could void your authority to use the equipment. b. Regulatory information / Disclaimers This device must be installed and used in strict accordance with the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product.
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expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by unauthorized modification of this device, or the substitution of the connecting cables and equipment other than the ones specified by manufacturer.
from nearby persons during extended periods of operation. If the antenna is positioned less than 1.5 cm (0.6 inches) from the user, it is recommended that the user limit the exposure time. FCC Statement to Users for the Fax/Modem Notice of FCC Compliance for the Fax/Modem This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules.
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This equipment may not be used on coin service provided by the telephone company. The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlaw- ful for any person to use a computer or an electronic device to send any message via a telephone facsimile machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission the following information:...
windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.” b. For LPD “Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.”...
Table of Contents Preface Copyright Disclaimer Important Safety Instructions Caution Safety Notices for the Power Cord Notice of FCC Compliance FCC Statement to Users for the Fax/Modem European Union CE Marking Declaration Getting Started What’s in the Box Setting Up Your Sahara NetSlate Step 1: Inserting the Battery Pack To Remove the Battery Pack Step 2: Connecting the Tablet PC to an External Power Source...
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Using Your Sahara NetSlate with Windows XP Navigating with the Stylus Pen Touch Screen Settings and Calibration Calibrating the Touch Screen Calibrating the Touch Screen from the Command Prompt Touch Mode Audible Beeps Sound Type Beep Mode Right-Click Emulation Touch Screen Test and Features Draw Right Button Icon Gesture Enable...
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Upgrading Your Sahara NetSlate Before you Begin ANY Upgrade Procedure Upgrading Memory (RAM) Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Troubleshooting Recovering Your System Using the System Restore DVD What you will need before you begin Recovering with the Windows Vista® System Restore Disc Recovering with the Windows®...
If you have any questions after reading this manual, please visit our website at www.tabletkiosk.com for more information or to submit a support request. What’s in the Box...
System Restore Disc 8. Standard Lithium-Ion Battery Pack 9. Stylus Pen Setting Up Your Sahara NetSlate Please read the following steps to begin using your new Tablet PC as quickly and easily as possible. 1. Inserting the Battery Pack if your Tablet PC shipped from the dealer without a pre-inserted battery.
Inserting the battery pack To Remove the Battery Pack Turn off the Sahara NetSlate and remove the power cord from the “DC Power In” port. Turn over the tablet and place it on a solid, clean flat surface. Slide the locking tab in the direction of the arrow engraved on the tab to set it in the unlock position.
Plugging into an external power source. Step 3: Connecting Applicable Peripherals and Networking Cables If you would like to use any external peripheral with the tablet (i.e. USB mouse, USB keyboard, etc.) or are planning to connect to the Internet and/or a corporate LAN using a wired connection (requires optional docking cradle) as opposed to wirelessly, connect the external peripheral now.
Step 5: Completing the Operating System Installation When your system powers on for the first time, Windows will have a few questions for you to answer in order to localize your installation. NOTE: You’ll need a USB keyboard connected to your system in order to answer some of the questions that require text input.
Chapter 02 Touring Your Sahara NetSlate The Sahara NetSlate features a number of physical characteristics designed to help you work as efficiently as possible. Take a moment to familiarize yourself with the controls and Input/ Output (I/O) ports on the faces and sides of the computer. Understanding the layout of the system will help you use your Sahara NetSlate more effectively while in the field or on the go.
Front View & 1. Battery Charge Indicator Glows amber when the battery is charging and changes to green when the battery is fully charged. Glows Orange when charge drops below 10% and blinks when below 2%. 2. Hard Disk Drive Activity Light Glows blue when the hard drive is being accessed 3.
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6. Volume Up This button will increase the volume of sound emitted from the computer’s internal speakers and headphone port. Volume Down This button will increase the volume of sound emitted from the computer’s internal speakers and headphone port. 8. User Programmable Function Button This button can be programmed by the user.
Top View # $ % 1. DC Power In Jack Plug the AC adapter’s connection cable into this port to provide power to the computer. 2. Ventilation Port Fan exhaust port for expelling hot air from the interior of the Tablet PC.
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4. Bluetooth Power Toggle Slide the toggle switch to activate the Bluetooth wireless transmitter. The switch will glow blue when powered on. Slide switch back to turn off Bluetooth. NOTE: When not actively using a Bluetooth peripheral, turn the Bluetooth transmitter off to conserve battery power. 5.
Left Side View @ # $ 1. Two USB 2.0 Ports High speed (480 Mbps) Universal Serial Bus 2.0 ports for connecting peripherals such as a mouse, keyboard, wedge reader, CD/DVD drive, printer, digital camera and more. Backward compatible with USB 1.1 devices. 2.
Right Side View 1. Battery Pack The Sahara NetSlate comes equipped with a standard 6-cell lithium-ion battery pack that can be removed by the user and replaced. 2. Anti-Theft Kensington Lock Use with the locking device (sold separately) to attach the Sahara NetSlate to a desk, table, kiosk, or other stationary apparatus to help prevent the computer from being stolen.
Back View & 1. Wireless Networking Compartment Allows access to the WiFi networking adapter, SIM card slot and 3G Data Module. User upgradable. 2. Docking Connector This connector will allow the use of an optional VESA mounting plate, docking cradle and other optional expan- sion devices.
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6. Battery Release Latch Used along with the battery locking tab to release the battery pack from its bay for removal. Battery Locking Tab Allows the battery pack to be locked into place during use to prevent accidental removal and subsequent power loss. 8.
Chapter 03 Battery Usage and Care Depending on your system’s configuration and your application usage, a fully charged battery should allow you to run your Sahara NetSlate PC for 4 ~ 5 hours. Operations that will significantly reduce battery life include, but are not limited to, the following: 1.
To calibrate the battery pack, follow these steps: 1. Turn the computer off. Connect the AC adapter and let the battery fully recharge. 2. Disconnect the AC adapter and power on the computer. Let the battery run down until it is so low that the battery charge light turns red and the system automatically enters the Suspend mode.
When fully charged, the battery indicator will change to green and the battery’s charge will be maintained while connected to the external power source. When the computer is disconnected from the electrical outlet, the battery indicator will turn off. NOTE: The time to fully recharge the battery is approximately 90 ~ 100 minutes when the computer is powered off.
IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, only use replacement batteries recom- mended by TabletKiosk. To prevent the loss of data when the system loses power, do not remove the battery pack while the power is on unless attached to an external power source.
If you find out, after removing the computer from storage, that you have lost this system information, by receiving a BIOS error when you boot up for the first time, contact your dealer or visit TabletKiosk’s website at www.tabletkiosk.com to obtain the proper BIOS settings.
Chapter 04 Using Your Sahara NetSlate with Windows XP While your Sahara NetSlate is a versatile, mobile thin client capable of accomplishing all the same tasks as a netbook, and running most all the same applications as standard laptops and desktop PCs, there are some differences in the way that you interact with Windows using a stylus pen as opposed to a mouse and keyboard.
if you were using a mouse and holding down the left mouse button. In other words, you would be performing what is known as a drag operation. Also, remember that since the screen is sensitive to the touch, resting your hand on the screen while using the pen might make the pointer react unpredictably.
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1. From the “Device” tab, tap on the “PenMount 6000 USB” icon and then tap “Configure”. Alternatively, just double-tap on the “PenMount 6000 USB” icon. 2. Tap on the “Calibrate” tab and then tap on either the “Standard Calibration” or the “Advanced Calibration” button. Most of the time, a Standard Calibration should be sufficient to perform an accurate calibration.
4. When the calibration is complete, you can test the screen accuracy by either tapping around the screen, or using the “Draw” test in the “Tools” tab in the main window of the PenMount Control Panel. If you check the Plot Calibration Data option in the “Advanced Calibration”...
file, or map it to one of the Sahara NetSlate’s user programmable function buttons. 1. To open a command prompt window, go to START > All Programs > Accessories and tap on Command Prompt. 2. Enter, all on one line: c:\Program Files\PenMount Universal to execute a Driver\DMCCtrl.exe -calibration (0)
Audible Beeps The touch screen can be set to make an audible response each time the screen is touched. This can be useful for providing users additional confirmation of a successful input. Additionally, the type, duration and mode of response can be adjusted. To enable the audible response: 1.
the two sliders located directly below the sound type selection drop-down box. Beep Mode Using the “Beep Mode” option boxes on the “Setting” tab, the touch action(s) that will trigger the sound can also be specified. You can set the screen to beep when the screen is pressed (Beep on Pen Down), when the press is released (Beep on pen up), or both (Beep on both).
Draw Opens the “Draw Test” window where you can test the accuracy of your screen’s calibration by drawing on the screen. Using the “Menu” button in the upper left corner of the test window, you can hide or show a visual grid, display the pixel coordinate screen location of the pen’s touch, display the screen registers’...
simply dragging in a straight line down the screen can invoke a page down command, or a “Save File” command, or even launch a program of your choosing. Gestures are simple to use, easy to customize, and provide a tremendous amount of convenience when working on your Sahara NetSlate.
disable it by tapping on the “Disable” option box assign a single key press or keyboard combination to it by tapping on the “Hot Key” option box, selecting an optional modifier key check box and then choosing the key from the drop down list box ...
Setting the Screen Brightness The “Brightness” tab in the Tablet Properties Panel, located in the system tray, allows you to set an overall brightness level for the display screen. Simply drag the slider to the left to dim the display or to the right to brighten the display.
Color Correction The Color Correction tab is where you will find the controls that affect the color balance, brightness and contrast of the display screen. Use the control sliders to adjust the screen values. Moving a slider to the left decreases the corresponding value, moving a slider to the right increases it.
Launch Zoom The Intel Zoom Utility is an interesting feature of the Intel Media Accelerator Driver. Tap on the “Launch Zoom” button to open the utility. Then tap anywhere on the screen and the utility will zoom in on the surrounding area of the screen where you tapped.
Entering Text with Windows XP’s On-Screen Keyboard One of Windows XP’s accessibility features is an on-screen keyboard applet that allows you to input text and to execute standard function key combinations. While not as full-featured as other keyboard emulation applications, or even the Windows XP Tablet PC Edition On-Screen Keyboard (see the next sec- tion), it does provide most of the standard functionality of an externally-attached keyboard.
you can access the help file by tapping on the “?” button in the upper right hand corner of the keyboard. The Eyesboard Virtual Keyboard includes a standard keyboard (shown here), Numeric keypad, and Function keypad. Connecting to the Internet Your Sahara NetSlate allows you to connect to the Internet in a few different ways.
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2. In the System Tray, tap on the Intel PROSet icon and Tap on the Intel PROSet Wireless icon to choose “Configure WiFi” open a menu that will let you choose to from the pop-up menu configure your WiFi connection. that appears.
WWAN access account. To insert the SIM card into your Sahara NetSlate a230T: 1. Power off your Sahara NetSlate and place it face down on a surface that will not damage the LCD screen so that you can access the back of the system.
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3. Lift the cover from the edge where the screw holes are located to remove it and set it aside. The wireless network- ing adapter, Bluetooth adapter and WWAN data module are inside. The SIM card holder is located toward the top left of the compartment, closest to the docking connector and is metallic silver.
Area Connection” item and make sure it reads as “Connected”. If not, recheck that your networking cable Once the Sahara NetSlate a230T is is properly connected, or attached to the docking cradle, a contact your network Local Area Connection item should appear in the connections panel.
There are a few different networking protocols used by Windows (NetBIOS and SPX/IPX are two examples). Unless otherwise instructed by your network administrator, TCP/IP is the only protocol that needs to be installed. If DHCP is used on your network, tap “Obtain an IP address automatically”...
Some of the activities available with Bluetooth wireless con- nectivity are: Using a wireless keyboard, such as TabletKiosk’s Bluetooth Folding Keyboard, to enter data on your Sahara NetSlate. Connecting to your Bluetooth-capable cell phone to access the Internet and surf the web or download your e-mail.
Setting up a Personal Area Network (PAN) to transfer files between your Sahara NetSlate and that of a colleague, or even an eo UMPC, without the need of using Ethernet cables or even an existing wireless network. Print to a Bluetooth-enabled printer from across the room without connecting any cables.
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3. When the Bluetooth Settings Manager opens, tap on the “New Connection” button to start the “Add New Connection Wizard”. 4. Place your Bluetooth device into “Discovery Mode” (you will have to consult your Bluetooth device’s instruction manual if you do not know how to accomplish this task) and then tap on the “Next >”...
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If you have trouble connecting, make sure you completed the above steps in the time period that your Bluetooth device is in pairing mode. If your device exits pairing mode before you can connect, re-enable it and, depending on the state of the connec- tion process, redo any applicable steps.
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Chapter 05 Securing Your Sahara NetSlate Your Sahara NetSlate is equipped with a Trusted Platform Module (TPM) that, when used in conjunction with specialized software, can help you better secure your data from intruders. Used in conjunction with specialized security management software, a TPM offers facilities for generating cryptographic keys—as well as the ability to limit the use of such keys for authentication or encryption/decryption—...
BIOS. NOTE: If you are having trouble getting into the BIOS, you can press <Delete> multiple times after the TabletKiosk logo screen appears until you finally see the BIOS Menu appear. Alternatively, you can also press the “Rotate Screen” function button on the front of the tablet to enter the BIOS.
Creating the Password In Windows XP 1. Go to the START Menu and tap on “Control Panel”. 2. In the Control Panel window that appears, tap on “User Accounts” under “Pick a category”. 3. Look under “or pick an account to change” and select your user account by tapping on it.
5. Tap on the text input field labeled “New Password” in the window that opens and then enter a password of your choice. Tap in the “Confirm new password” field and enter it again exactly the same way. You may enter a hint in the “Type a password hint”...
IMPORTANT: Once you have set ownership of the TPM, it is vital that you store your password in a secure location and take care never to lose it. If you do, you will not be able to access the data you protected/ encrypted using your security management software.
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If you followed the steps in the BIOS Settings section earlier in this chapter, the TPM MC should show the status of the TPM as “on” but “not owned”. If the TMP MC shows that you don’t have a compatible TPM or that it is not on, you either skipped the steps above or didn’t successfully save the settings in the BIOS.
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Click “Print the password” if you want to print a hard copy of your password. IMPORTANT: It is highly recommend that you print a hard copy of your TPM owner password and store it in a safe location. 8. Click “Initialize” to confirm and set the ownership.
Chapter 06 Upgrading Your Sahara NetSlate Out of the box, your new Sahara NetSlate is a versatile, mobile companion capable of accomplishing a wide variety of tasks with speed and precision. Depending on your system’s configu- ration, there are still ways to make your Tablet PC do more and do it faster.
6. You should only attempt upgrades and/or component replacements on a solid, clean, flat surface. CAUTION: Damage resulting from the servicing of your computer that is not authorized by TabletKiosk is not covered by your computer’s standard or optional extended warranty. Upgrading Memory (RAM) You can increase your tablet’s memory by installing a RAM...
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1. Turn off your computer, turn it over and place it face down on a solid, flat surface. Be careful not to place it on something rough that could damage the display screen. 2. Locate the RAM module compartment near the center of the back panel of the system, just above the docking connector.
5. Gently pull out the RAM module. Try not to touch the module’s connector pins to keep them clean in case you’d like to use this module again. 6. To insert a new RAM module, align the connector pins on the bottom of the RAM module with the RAM module socket and slide the module into the socket at the same...
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Your Sahara NetSlate comes pre-configured with a HDD that is easy to upgrade. Before installing a new hard drive, however, be sure to back up all of the files on your existing drive. Refer to the following instructions and illustrations for informa- tion on how to upgrade your computer’s HDD.
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4. Unscrew the existing drive from its cage and replace it with the new HDD. Once you have secured the new drive into the cage with the screws, slide it back into the HDD compartment. Be careful when sliding the drive back in to not force it.
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TabletKiosk Authorized Dealer where you purchased your Sahara NetSlate Tablet PC. See the section later in this chapter entitled Contacting Your Dealer for a list of the information you will need to supply in order to receive the proper support.
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Replace the battery pack. Use only bat- nearing the end of teries recommended for use with the its life. Sahara NetSlate a230T (includes batter- ies compatible with the Sahara Slate PC i400 series Tablet PCs). Battery charge icon Battery Pack requires...
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Internet Problems/Solutions Problem Possible Cause Solution Unable to connect to Account for Internet Contact your ISP for assistance. the Internet. Service Provider (ISP) is not properly configured. No valid network Check the network status icon in the connection detected. System Tray to make sure you are con- nected to a valid network.
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Replace the battery pack. Use only bat- connected to an be defective. teries recommended for use with the external power Sahara NetSlate a230T (includes batter- source but does not ies compatible with the Sahara Slate PC turn on even though i400 series Tablet PCs).
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Touch screen This can happen over time. Check the brated. controller drivers are TabletKiosk website to make sure you corrupted. have the newest available drivers, then uninstall the current drivers and install the new drivers. The screen responds...
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Upgrade Problems/Solutions Problem Possible Cause Solution After upgrading the The RAM module is Following the instructions in the section computer’s RAM, the not seated properly. entitled Upgrading Your Memory, try re- system does not boot moving and reseating the RAM module. up properly The RAM module is If reseating the module from the above...
USB Problems/Solutions Problem Possible Cause Solution An external device The external device is Make sure that the external device is does not work when not receiving power. plugged into an electrical outlet. it is connected to one The external device is Try connecting the external device to of the USB ports.
Recovering Your System Using the System Restore DVD Your Sahara NetSlate should have come with a System Restore DVD that matches the operating system that came pre-installed on your Tablet PC. If your tablet didn’t come with a System Restore disc, please contact the dealer where you purchased your Sahara NetSlate to request a disc.
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Step 2: Booting the Sahara NetSlate to the Recovery Application on the System Restore Disc: 1. Power up your Sahara NetSlate Tablet PC. 2. If your drive has an existing partition (overwriting existing OS): When prompted, press any key to boot to the recovery DVD.
Recovering Your System with the Windows® XP Professional System Restore Disc: IMPORTANT: This process is destructive to the data stored on your hard drive. All existing data will be lost. It is vital you back-up any files you wish to keep before you proceed. Step 1: Set up the required hardware: Plug the USB keyboard and USB mouse into the USB hub and plug the hub into one of the available USB ports on the tablet.
Before reinstalling your applications, we recommend that you check the Downloads section of the TabletKiosk website for any drivers or applications that might have been updated after the installation disc was created. Lastly, make sure to check the Windows Update site for any new Important or Critical patches.
WiFi Wireless Intel® WiFi Link 5100 PCIe Half Mini Card with Power ON/OFF Switch MIMO (Multiple Input, Multiple Output) support 802.11n with 1x2 MIMO Dual-Band/Quad-Mode support (IEEE 802.11a/b/g/n), compatible with IEEE 802.11d /e (Quality of Service [QoS]), 802.11h, and European Telecommunication Standards Institute [ETSI] specifications), and IEEE 802.11i (pre-authen- tication)
Weight 1.62 kg (3.57 lbs.) with standard battery pack Measurements 300 mm x 220 mm x 26 mm (11.81 in x 8.66 in x 1.02 in) Case Color Black LED Indicators Power (ON: blue, Standby: blinking) ...
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