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eCAFÉ™ - TAKE IT TO GO!™ ....................................................................................................................................... 2
1.1. Handling your Netbook ............................................................................................................................................ 2
1.2. A comprehensive package ...................................................................................................................................... 3
1.3. A closer look at your eCAFÉ™ ................................................................................................................................ 3
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THE eCAFÉ™, UNEQUALLED AND UNRIVALLED ....................................................................................................... 4
2.1. My eCAFÉ™ ........................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.2. Turning the eCAFÉ™ on ......................................................................................................................................... 5
2.3. Technical specifications .......................................................................................................................................... 6
2.4. Multifunction keyboard ............................................................................................................................................ 8
2.5. An ultra-mobile computer suited to large files .......................................................................................................... 9
2.6. Extensive connectivity options for countless applications ........................................................................................ 9
2.7. A desktop device AND a mobile device ................................................................................................................. 11
2.7.1. Operating the eCAFÉ™ when connected to the mains ............................................................................ 11
2.7.2. Operating the eCAFÉ™ with the built-in battery ...................................................................................... 12
2.7.3. Installing and removing the battery .......................................................................................................... 12
2.7.4. Optimising your use of the battery ........................................................................................................... 14
2.8. Shutting your eCAFÉ™ down ................................................................................................................................ 14
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FIRST STEPS WITH MY eCAFÉ™ ............................................................................................................................... 16
3.1. Welcome to the eCAFÉ™ galaxy! ......................................................................................................................... 16
3.2. Connecting an external display ............................................................................................................................. 17
3.3. Mastering the touchpad ......................................................................................................................................... 18
3.4. Accessing the online help and tutorials ................................................................................................................. 18
3.5. Extensive contents to take you further ................................................................................................................... 19
3.6. Connecting to the Internet ..................................................................................................................................... 20
3.6.1. eCAFÉ™ Connect and the WiFi feature .................................................................................................. 20
3.6.2. Using the Microsoft Zero Config utility to establish a connection to the WiFi network .............................. 24
3.6.3. Connecting to the Internet via a DSL network or a Local Area Network (LAN) ......................................... 25
3.7. Sending and receiving emails ................................................................................................................................ 26
3.8. Chatting with friends .............................................................................................................................................. 27
3.9. Using the webcam ................................................................................................................................................. 27
3.10. Work ...................................................................................................................................................................... 28
3.10.1. Creating, editing and saving a document using OpenOffice.org Writer (Word processor) ........................ 28
3.10.2. Creating, editing and saving a spreadsheet using OpenOffice.org Calc (Spreadsheet) ........................... 30
3.10.3. Creating, editing and saving a slideshow using OpenOffice.org Impress (Slideshow) ............................. 32
3.11. Saving data to a removable media (USB key, memory card) ................................................................................ 37
3.12. Protection software for your eCAFÉ™ ................................................................................................................... 37
INDEX .................................................................................................................................................................................... 38
TECHNICAL SUPPORT ........................................................................................................................................................ 38
WARRANTY INFORMATION ................................................................................................................................................ 39
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V CONTENTS eCAFÉ™ – TAKE IT TO GO!™ ............................2 1.1. Handling your Netbook ............................2 1.2. A comprehensive package ............................3 1.3. A closer look at your eCAFÉ™ ..........................3 THE eCAFÉ™, UNEQUALLED AND UNRIVALLED ....................... 4 2.1. My eCAFÉ™ ................................4 2.2. -
Page 2: Ecafé™ - Take It To Go
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V eCAFÉ™ – TAKE IT TO GO!™ Thank you for trusting Hercules and choosing to purchase the eCAFÉ™ Netbook. The eCAFÉ™ has been designed to allow you to communicate and create or edit documents such as text files, slideshows or even images;... -
Page 3: A Comprehensive Package
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 1.2. A comprehensive package Compact design, an ultra-lightweight device, powerful connectivity, various accessories included. Discover the packaging contents: - eCAFÉ™ Netbook - Battery - Power adaptor - Quickstart guide 1.3. A closer look at your eCAFÉ™ - 1.6 GHz VIA C7-m processor - 1 GB DDR2 (SO-DIMM) RAM - 8.9"... -
Page 4: The Ecafé™, Unequalled And Unrivalled
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 2. THE eCAFÉ™, UNEQUALLED AND UNRIVALLED The eCAFÉ™ Netbook features a very wide range of applications and extensive connectivity interfaces, which will enable you to instantly connect to the world that is best suited to your use: work, communications, games or multimedia. -
Page 5: Turning The Ecafé™ On
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 2.2. Turning the eCAFÉ™ on - Open the display (1) and press the On/Off button located on the right-hand side of the device (2). Do not exert excessive strength on the hinges when opening the display. Do not hold your eCAFÉ™... -
Page 6: Technical Specifications
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 2.3. Technical specifications 1. Webcam 6. Microphone connector 12. Headphones connector 2. 8.9" LCD display 7. Headphones connector 13. Battery operation indicator 3. Speakers 8. Microphone 14. WiFi activity indicator 4. Keyboard 9. Right touchpad button 15. Hard disk drive activity 5. - Page 7 UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 1. Removable battery 3. Air extraction grate 2. Battery locking tabs 4. DDR RAM location This part of your eCAFÉ™ is liable to heat during operation and charging. This is normal. However, to improve thermal dissipation, we recommend you do not block the vents. Avoid placing your eCAFÉ™...
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Page 8: Multifunction Keyboard
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 2.4. Multifunction keyboard The eCAFÉ™ features an extended keyboard allowing you to control the display's settings and the WiFi connectivity features. Activate/Deactivate WiFi Reduce volume feature (default is inactive) Activate/Deactivate Increase volume audio output Activate/Deactivate Suspend the computer... -
Page 9: An Ultra-Mobile Computer Suited To Large Files
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 2.5. An ultra-mobile computer suited to large files Equipped with a hard disk drive and a multiple-format card reader, the eCAFÉ™ enables you to take your most precious files with you, regardless of their size. Hard disk drive The eCAFÉ™... - Page 10 UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V USB ports (Universal Serial Bus) The eCAFÉ™ features two USB 2.0 ports (USB 1.1 compatible), to which you can connect many peripherals such as a keyboard, a mouse, a USB key and more. This interface is hot-swappable, allowing you to connect and remove your peripheral without having to first shut it down.
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Page 11: A Desktop Device And A Mobile Device
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V Local Area Network (LAN) The eCAFÉ™ is equipped with a RJ45 LAN connectivity interface, which enables you to connect it to a 10/100 Mbps wired network (corporate network, router, wired modem & router or Internet box, for instance). -
Page 12: Operating The Ecafé™ With The Built-In Battery
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 2.7.2. Operating the eCAFÉ™ with the built-in battery The eCAFÉ™ is designed to operate on its built-in battery. When fully charged, the built-in battery guarantees ample autonomy (about 2 hours*). To extend your battery's lifespan, we recommend that you charge it fully when using your eCAFÉ™... - Page 13 UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V Use only Hercules batteries that are fully identical to the original batteries included with your eCAFÉ™. Failure to comply with these instructions may cause damage to your eCAFÉ™. Likewise, the use of an inappropriate battery may cause a risk of explosion. Please dispose of used device batteries according to the instructions and applicable regulations.
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Page 14: Optimising Your Use Of The Battery
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 2.7.4. Optimising your use of the battery Your Netbook's lithium-ion (Li-Ion) battery may be charged at any time. The device must be stored in a room in which the temperature ranges from 5 to 35°C, and should not be left in a vehicle parked in direct sunlight. - Page 15 UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V The Applications thumbnail displays the status of the programs that are currently running on your computer. The Task column features the list of currently running applications, while the Status column enables you to check whether the software is operating correctly. For instance, as shown below, the Windows Explorer file browser is open;...
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Page 16: First Steps With My Ecafé
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 3. FIRST STEPS WITH MY ECAFÉ™ 3.1. Welcome to the eCAFÉ™ galaxy! When your computer starts up, the Home world is displayed; this page is the starting point of your journey throughout the eCAFÉ™ galaxy. You will have the opportunity to discover many other worlds, each world being dedicated to a specific use: Work, Communications, Games, viewing Multimedia contents and configuring or modifying your Netbook's Settings. -
Page 17: Connecting An External Display
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V Access the Home world or the Access the Settings world Windows Desktop Access the eCAFÉ™ portal Access the Communications world Access the Personalisation Access the Games world Wizard to customise your ultra-mobile personal computer's settings Open the File Browser... -
Page 18: Mastering The Touchpad
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 3.3. Mastering the touchpad Some actions are confirmed by a single click (activating a button or accessing a menu, for instance): Either by pressing the left touchpad button once Either by briefly tapping the touchpad Other actions are confirmed by means of a double-click (opening audio or video contents or a... -
Page 19: Extensive Contents To Take You Further
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 3.5. Extensive contents to take you further Users wishing to make the most of their eCAFÉ™ will enjoy the wide array of tools included with the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system. Loading my files from a removable media (USB key, SD memory card or CD/DVD): - Connect the removable media. -
Page 20: Connecting To The Internet
(both Ethernet and WiFi) in a user-friendly, intuitive way. It is the essential complement of the eCAFÉ™'s built-in WiFi board. To access eCAFÉ™ Connect (option no. 2): - Right-click on the Hercules eCAFÉ™ Connect icon located in the status bar using the right touchpad button. - Select Network connection status. - Page 21 UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V We shall now proceed to locate the available WiFi networks and proceed to set up a wireless connection to the Internet. - Click on the Configure button facing the wireless connection. The eCAFÉ™ Connect WiFi Station application proceeds to automatically locate the available networks, and displays the detected networks.
- Page 22 UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V - In the Manual connection window, select the required network. - Click on the Connect button. A Connection Wizard launches, and asks you if you wish to add this network to your favourites. - If you wish to do so, you can add the network to your favourites by checking the Yes box; you will then be requested to provide a name for the network.
- Page 23 UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V Connecting manually to a secure network (a safety key type appears in the Secure field): - In the Manual connection window, select the required network. - Click on Connect. - Enter the safety key when asked by the WiFi Station application.
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Page 24: Using The Microsoft Zero Config Utility To Establish A Connection To The Wifi Network
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V For more information about the connection status: The eCAFÉ™ Connect icon appears in the notification area. It provides updated information about the connection's status: Internet connection: an Ethernet or WiFi Your Internet connection is perfectly operational. peripheral is active and physically connected;... -
Page 25: Connecting To The Internet Via A Dsl Network Or A Local Area Network (Lan)
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V By default, your wireless network is not secure; the connection will be automatically established and saved so as to connect automatically each time you restart your computer. If the wireless network is secure, you will be prompted to enter a password (or security key). -
Page 26: Sending And Receiving Emails
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V An information window displays in your eCAFÉ™'s status bar, enabling you to view the network connection. Then, launch your Internet browser. For enhanced navigation comfort, you can either use your Internet browser's zoom feature or press key F11 to switch from a fullscreen display to a windowed display. -
Page 27: Chatting With Friends
Explore another side of digital communications thanks to the webcam built into your eCAFÉ™: Take pictures, Record video clips easily with the super user-friendly Hercules Webcam Station Evolution SE. On your eCAFÉ™'s hard disk drive, you will find a user's manual describing the software's features:... -
Page 28: Work
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 3.10. Work Included on your eCAFÉ™, the OpenOffice.org suite is a user-friendly office application suite that allows you to create documents (e.g. letters, reports and more), simple or complex spreadsheets and elaborate slideshows. Regardless of the OpenOffice.org application that you are using (Spreadsheet, Word Processor or Slideshow), you can create a new document of any type (in this case, the OpenOffice.org suite... - Page 29 UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V User Manual – 29/40...
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Page 30: Creating, Editing And Saving A Spreadsheet Using Openoffice.org Calc (Spreadsheet)
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 3.10.2. Creating, editing and saving a spreadsheet using OpenOffice.org Calc (Spreadsheet) 30/40 – User Manual... - Page 31 UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V User Manual – 31/40...
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Page 32: Creating, Editing And Saving A Slideshow Using Openoffice.org Impress (Slideshow)
UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 3.10.3. Creating, editing and saving a slideshow using OpenOffice.org Impress (Slideshow) We shall now create a simple slideshow in 5 steps, using the Slideshow Wizard that launches when you click on the Slideshows icon located on your desktop. - Page 33 UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 3. Select a Slide transition and the speed of the transition between two slides. Click on Next. 4. Enter the information that you wish to include in your slideshow. You will be able to amend this information after. Click on Next.
- Page 34 UMPC EC-900CW-H160G/V 5. Select the pages that will comprise the structure of your slideshow. Click on Create. Your slideshow is now displayed in OpenOffice.org Impress. You can now finalise your presentation by creating objects, connectors, etc. 34/40 – User Manual...
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Page 37: Saving Data To A Removable Media (Usb Key, Memory Card)
In this section, we will explain how to back up your data on various media. You can also connect to the website Hwww.ecafe.hercules.comH In the section dedicated to the eCAFÉ™, you will find all the information you require to back up your data. -
Page 38: Index
Here, you will be able to access different services (Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), the latest versions of all available drivers and software) that may help you solve your problem. If this fails to solve the problem, please get in touch with Hercules' Technical Support. -
Page 39: Warranty Information
Guillemot and its subsidiaries (including consequential damages) will be limited to repair or replacement of the product manufactured by Hercules. The consumer's statutory rights on account of applicable law on the sale of consumer goods are not affected in any way by this warranty. - Page 40 The source codes of these software sub-applications are available at the following address: http://www.hercules.com. Some of these software sub-applications have been modified by Guillemot Corporation S.A. (the list of these software sub-applications is available on the following website: http://www.hercules.com/fr).