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- Page 1 CL900 Tablet PC Model FWS-001 User’s Guide...
- Page 2 © 2011 Motion Computing, Inc. All rights reserved. Motion Computing, Inc. has made every effort to identify trademarked properties and owners on this This document contains information protected by page. All brands and product names used in this copyright. No part of this document may be...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Step 3: Get familiar with your CL900 Tablet PC....... . - Page 4 Chapter 3 Caring for your CL900....37 General care ..............37 Caring for the display.
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Page 5: Chapter 1 Getting Started
Product specifications This is a list of the main features of the CL900 tablet PC. See below for illustrations of the tablet’s buttons, slots and ports. •... -
Page 6: Optional Features
For more information about using the pen, see “Using touch” on page 16. Mobile broadband with GPS You can choose to purchase a CL900 Tablet PC with the optional Mobile Broadband with GPS module. When installed, the module provides: •... -
Page 7: Overview Of The Cl900
The GPS receiver uses satellites to determine the current location, altitude, heading and horizontal velocity of the CL900. You can use it with your preferred mapping application to find your current and desired locations. The GPS receiver can operate alone or simultaneously with the mobile broadband network connection. -
Page 8: Front View
Front view The front of CL900 consists of the sleek, clean touchscreen display, a web camera and battery gauge. web camera battery gauge touchscreen display ambient light sensor Web camera Interact with people online, stream video or capture color images with a 1.3 MP web camera. See “Using the cameras”... -
Page 9: Left Side View
Left side view Most of the CL900 connectors and slots appear on the left side of the tablet. The ports are protected by a door which is not shown in the picture below. power micro audio battery adapter gauge card... -
Page 10: Bottom View
A dock connector on the bottom edge of the tablet enables you to connect with a docking station. dock connector Dock connector Connect CL900 to a CL-Series docking station. Right side view The pen is stored on the right side of the CL900. pen tether pen storage attach point release drawer... -
Page 11: Back View
Step 1: Plug in the power adapter 1. Plug the power cord into the power adapter of the CL900 tablet, then plug the power cord into an outlet. Keep the tablet on AC power until the battery is fully charged. -
Page 12: Step 2: Connect To A Wireless Network
(WWAN), which includes a GPS receiver that you can use with most third-party GPS navigation and mapping applications. To connect your CL900 to a wired Ethernet LAN, use the Ethernet port available on the CL900 docking station (sold separately). - Page 13 Set up mobile broadband with GPS (WWAN) If you purchased your CL900 with the optional Mobile Broadband module (WWAN), you can connect to high-speed 3G cellular networks worldwide. With the Mobile Broadband module and a data plan from one of several cellular network providers, you full mobile Internet access.
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Page 14: Step 3: Get Familiar With Your Cl900 Tablet Pc
Step 3: Get familiar with your CL900 Tablet PC Once you’ve set up your CL900, take a few minutes to get familiar with your tablet. • Use Motion Computing tools to customize your tablet according to your work style. See “Using the Motion Dashboard”... -
Page 15: Chapter 2 Using Your Cl900
Motion Dashboard, to customize the tablet to fit the way you work. Introducing the CL900 desktop When you start up the CL900 for the first time, the desktop looks something like the following picture—except the taskbar appears along the bottom of the screen. -
Page 16: Motion User Interface Applications
Motion user interface applications You can see that the desktop contains icons for additional items which come installed on the CL900. The icons are explained below. Motion Getting Started Motion Dashboard ExTOUCH UI layer Touch PC Input panel EXOPC UI layer... -
Page 17: Setting The Taskbar On The Left Edge Of Your Screen
5. Tap OK. Changing the desktop theme The desktop that comes on the CL900 uses a Motion theme designed specifically for touch interaction. For example, it has wider scroll bars and more space between menu options to make it easier to navigate with your finger. -
Page 18: Using The Motion Dashboard
You can also access Motion Dashboard from the Motion icon located in the notification area and from the Start menu by selecting All Programs > Motion Computing > Motion Dashboard. Motion Dashboard contains five setting categories. Tap a category on the left to display its settings. -
Page 19: Accessing Motion Tools From Windows Notification Area
For convenience, you can access common Motion tools from the Windows notification area. Initially, the Motion icon does not appear here. Tap the arrow to view more icons. arrow Motion icon Chapter 2 Using your CL900 Accessing Motion tools from Windows notification area 15... -
Page 20: Using Touch
By default, this option is set. Using touch The CL900 makes use of the latest duo-touch digitizer technology that can track finger, pen and multi-touch input simultaneously. Generally, you use your finger for navigation, such as paging through websites, scrolling and zooming. You can use a pen for more intricate actions, such as marking up a document, using a spreadsheet or manipulating graphics. -
Page 21: Configuring Touch Input Mode
4. From the Digitizer Options tab, under Input Mode select the desired mode. When you tap Pen & Tablet Touch Settings, it opens a panel titled N-trig DuoSense Digitizer Settings. N-trig is the company who makes the pen that you use with CL900. Using the touch tuning option If you find that the touchscreen doesn’t respond as you expect, or if the tablet starts to... -
Page 22: Adjusting Touch Settings
4. Tap the Pen Options tab. 5. To adjust the speed and spacial tolerance of the Double-tap action, under Pen action, tap Double-tap then select Settings. Move the slider to make your adjustments. Chapter 2 Using your CL900 Using touch... -
Page 23: Adjusting Tablet Pc Settings
The Tablet PC Settings Display tab has a Calibrate option. This does not apply to the CL900. Instead, if touch input does not behave as expected, you can tune touch as described in “Using the touch tuning option” on page 17. -
Page 24: Attaching The Pen Tether
You may find it helpful to use the end of a paperclip or something similar to assist threading the loop through the tight space. Chapter 2 Using your CL900 Using touch... -
Page 25: Entering Text
You can also teach the digitizer your writing style. By entering several writing samples, you “train” the digitizer to recognize your handwriting. Chapter 2 Using your CL900 Entering text 21... -
Page 26: Using The Cameras
Several vendors offer web cam and image capture software which you can use with the CL900 cameras. For example, popular video-conferencing apps include Skype, Instant Messenger and Windows Live. Popular image capture software includes apps from Adobe, ArcSoft, Corel, DigitByte and MSLSoft, among others. - Page 27 Starting the Photo Paint app Start the Photo Paint app from the ExTOUCH main window. To start the Photo Paint app 1. Tap the ExTOUCH icon to open the ExTOUCH user interface. Chapter 2 Using your CL900 Using the cameras 23...
- Page 28 You may need to scroll through the ExTOUCH window to find the icon. 4. To exit the camera window, tap the X at the top of the window. Chapter 2 Using your CL900 Using the cameras...
- Page 29 Taking photographs with the documentation camera After setting up the documentation camera and starting the Photo Paint app from ExTOUCH, you can begin to take photographs with your CL900. To take a photograph: 1. If it is not currently the default camera, open Microsoft Silverlight and select USB 3M DocCam.
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Page 30: Using The Web Camera
When set to Fixed, the ambient light sensor is ignored. • Dynamic—Uses the ambient light sensor to maintain an appropriate brightness level for the current lighting conditions. The Dynamic setting helps to conserve battery power. Chapter 2 Using your CL900 Setting display options... -
Page 31: Rotating The Display Orientation
Duplicate the displays • Use the external monitor only You set up an external monitor by connecting it to the CL900, opening Motion Dashboard to Display settings and from the Display Scheme drop-down list, select one of the following schemes: •... - Page 32 • Tablet Only—Uses the tablet PC display only. To connect an external monitor to the CL900, you can use the micro HDMI slot (located on the left side of the tablet) with an appropriate connector, such as a DVI-HDMI adapter.
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Page 33: Using Speech Recognition
For example, if you have multiple monitors, Windows may not assign touch to the correct display. To fix this, see “Adjusting tablet PC settings” on page 19. To learn more about custom monitor schemes, go to Motion Computing tips. Using speech recognition You can use speech recognition to interact with your tablet PC by voice. -
Page 34: Using Dictation And Voice Commands
Windows Help and Support for “speech commands. ” • For dictation, open the program you want to use and start speaking. For more information about speech recognition, search Windows Help and Support for “speech recognition. ” Chapter 2 Using your CL900 Using speech recognition... -
Page 35: Using The Battery
Under normal conditions, you can run the tablet on battery power for up to eight hours. The CL900 is equipped with a built-in lithium-ion battery which has a long battery life. If you ever need to replace the battery, contact your Motion Computing authorized service provider. -
Page 36: Battery And Power Management Tips
Steady amber—Battery is charging. Off—Not charging. The tablet is running on battery power. Flashing amber (slow)—Less than 10% battery charge remaining. Flashing amber (fast)—There is an error. Call Motion Computing Customer Support. To check the remaining battery power from Dashboard Motion Dashboard 1. -
Page 37: Selecting A Power Plan
Selecting a power plan By default, the CL900 uses the Motion Optimized power plan which is designed specifically for Motion Computing tablets. It balances the need to save power while maximizing system performance. If necessary, you can change the Motion Optimized power plan using the Motion Dashboard. -
Page 38: Setting Up Users And Passwords
To set or clear a BIOS password 1. Start the tablet. 2. When the Motion Computing splash screen appears, quickly tap the screen. An alert sounds when you’ve accessed the BIOS Setup Utility. If you miss the splash screen, restart the computer and try again. -
Page 39: Setting Or Clearing A Hard Disk Password
To set up or clear a hard disk drive password 1. Start the tablet. 2. When the Motion Computing splash screen appears, touch the screen. An alert sounds when you’ve accessed the BIOS Setup Utility. If you miss the splash screen, restart the computer and try again. -
Page 40: Locating Your Serial Number
For information about other software for your tablet, go to Motion Computing Accessories and the Motion Computing Store. You will find links to software solutions for purchase as well as free downloads from Motion Computing and its service partners. Chapter 2 Using your CL900 Locating your serial number... -
Page 41: Chapter 3 Caring For Your Cl900
Caring for your CL900 Proper care and maintenance will keep your tablet working and in good condition for a long time. For general information about care of the tablet PC and its components and accessories, see the Safety and Regulatory Guide included with your tablet PC. -
Page 42: Caring For The Display
(provided). • If needed, use a cleaning solution recommended by Motion Computing to clean the display. Spray the solution on a cloth then wipe the display. Never spray directly onto the display surface and never use an abrasive cleaner. -
Page 43: Caring For The Battery
The FAA requires that you suspend 802.11 Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and Mobile Broadband connections before boarding a plane. You can disable them all at once from the Dashboard Wireless page. Chapter 3 Caring for your CL900 Caring for the battery 39... -
Page 44: Creating A Backup Archive
3. On the Advanced Boot Options screen, select Repair your computer and press Enter. 4. Select a keyboard layout and select Next. 5. Select a user name and enter the password, then select OK. Chapter 3 Caring for your CL900 Creating a backup archive... -
Page 45: Restoring Individual Files
1. From the Control Panel, tap the System and Security category, then Backup and Restore. 2. Select Restore Files. 3. Follow the instructions to restore individual files and folders that have been accidentally deleted or damaged. Chapter 3 Caring for your CL900 Restoring data 41... - Page 46 Chapter 3 Caring for your CL900 Restoring data...
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Page 47: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting And Faqs
Troubleshooting and FAQs Motion Computing tablet PCs are thoroughly tested for performance and quality, but occasionally problems still occur. If you do not find the information you are looking for in this section, go to Motion Computing Support. Troubleshooting Use the information in this section to identify and resolve common issues. If an issue has more than one potential cause, the most common cause is listed first. -
Page 48: Battery
Have the battery replaced. While the built-in lithium-ion battery is designed for a long battery life, you may find the need to replace it. If so, contact your Motion Computing service provider. Only authorized service providers can replace the battery. -
Page 49: Touch Or Pen Input
For more information, see “Setting up an external display” on page 27. The display is too dim • The display brightness may be set too low. Use Motion Dashboard to brighten the display. See “Adjusting the display brightness” on page 26. The display is unreadable or distorted •... -
Page 50: Ports And Connectors
The CL900 is in its dock, but the system does not recognize any accessory devices, such as the external disk drive or monitor • The CL900 may not be fully seated in the dock. Remove it from the dock and then replace it. Network The wireless adapter keeps connecting even when I do not want it to •... - Page 51 802.11 Wi-Fi I cannot connect to a wireless 802.11 Wi-Fi network • 802.11 Wi-Fi requires an access point. Many public places provide access points (hot spots). Wireless is available in your home if you have an appropriate wireless router. • 802.11 Wi-Fi must be enabled from the Motion Dashboard.
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Page 52: Bluetooth Wireless Tips
Bluetooth wireless tips Motion Computing and its Bluetooth partners have worked to ensure a positive experience with this technology and to ensure Bluetooth interoperability. In doing so, we have found the following issues: • Interference—If you are running Bluetooth and 802.11 Wi-Fi at the same time, interference can affect the Bluetooth performance. -
Page 53: Audio
The GPS does not work • The GPS receiver is only available if you purchased your CL900 with the optional Mobile Broadband with GPS module. • Mobile Broadband with GPS must be enabled from the Motion Dashboard. See “Enable wireless” on page 8. -
Page 54: System
Bluetooth adapter if you are not using them. Disconnect unnecessary USB devices. To disable the adapter, from Windows Start menu, select Motion Computing > Motion Dashboard, tap Wireless and clear the check box next to the Enable Bluetooth wireless. - Page 55 How do I calibrate my finger and pen for touch input? • You do not need to calibrate the CL900. If the touchscreen does not respond as expected or if it responds to unintentional input, you can finetune it. See “Using the touch tuning option”...
- Page 56 Chapter 4 Troubleshooting and FAQs Frequently asked questions...
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Page 57: Index
36 battery status lights 4 specifications 1 BIOS user interface layers 12 boot options 40 CL900, repairing 40 recovering data 40 cleaning the display 38 require password on boot 34 conditioning the battery 39 setting a password 34 context-sensitive menu 16... - Page 58 Dashboard. See also Motion Dashboard eraser 19 use pen function button as 19 desktop EXOPC UI layer 12 EXOPC icon 12 EXOStore 12 ExTOUCH icon 12 extended display 28 Getting Started doc 12 external display, using 27 Input panel icon 12 ExTOUCH introduction 11 launch icon 24...
- Page 59 27 touch input 19 portrait orientation 27 monitors, using multiple 27 power adapter port 5 Motion Computing Accessories 10, 36 power button 5, 33 Motion Computing Store 10, 22 power plan Motion Computing Support 10, 43 Motion Optimized 33...
- Page 60 procedure 40 touch and pen 17 calibrate 19 disabling touch input 17 scheme gestures 18 display 27, 29 multi-touch 16 scratch resistance 1 on multiple displays 29 scratches 38, 51 pointer, adjusting 18 screen. See display 51 pointer, show or hide 18 SD card slot 1, 5 setting spatial tolerance, speed, and serial number 36...
- Page 61 web camera 4 wireless starting 23 setting up 802.11 Wi-Fi 8 using 26 setting up Bluetooth 9 Wi-Fi 1, 8 setting up mobile broadband 9 Windows wireless network notification area 15, 27 setting up 8–9 Recovery Environment 40 troubleshooting 46–47 Security button 5, 43 wireless networking 9 Setup wizard 7...
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