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Preface This manual was designed to help you get the most out of your new eo TufTab® Rugged Ultra-Mobile PC. If you are a new computer user, or just new to Tablet PCs, please read through this manual carefully before first using your eo TufTab. If after reading this manual you still have questions, visit us online at www.tabletkiosk.com...
Check that the voltage range of the power outlet is between 100V and 240V before connecting the eo TufTab Ultra-Mobile PC. Exceeding the maximum rated voltage may cause damage to the AC adapter or to the eo TufTab. This could result in fire or electrical shock. Preface...
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Do not place objects over or on the power cord. Do not use the eo TufTab Ultra-Mobile PC around water (for example: near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool) or outdoors while it is raining.
Safety Notices for the Power Cord This equipment has a 2 or 3-wire power cord. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. Contact your dealer for an exact replacement. In the U.S.A. and Canada, the power cord must be a UL-listed detachable power cord (in Canada, CSA-certified).
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protection against harmful interference in a residential instal- lation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
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authorized resellers or distributors will assume no liability for any damage or violation of government regulations arising from the failure to comply with these guidelines. c. For portable devices without a co-location condition (eg. notebook pc) FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: 1.
using a telephone (other than a cordless type) during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. Do not use the telephone to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak. Canadian EMI Compliance Statement This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference - Causing Equipment Regulations.
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For the following equipment: Tablet PC built-in 802.11a/g/n WLAN module: Is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in the Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility (89/336/EEC), Low-voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) and the Amend- ment Directive (93/68/EEC), the procedures given in European Council Directive 99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC.
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Step 1: Inserting the Battery Packs Inserting the Battery Packs To Remove the Lithium-Ion Battery Packs Step 2: Connecting the eo TufTab to an External Power Source Step 3: Connecting Applicable Peripherals and Networking Cables Step 4: Powering on the eo TufTab Ultra-Mobile PC...
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UsingYoureoTufTaba7230XwithWindowsXP Navigating with the Stylus Pen Touch Screen Settings and Calibration (a7230XT) 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...
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Using a Wireless LAN Using a Wired LAN Using Both DHCP and a Static IP Address Bluetooth® Wireless Connectivity Bluetooth Device Registration and Pairing SecuringYoureoTufTaba7230X BIOS Settings Creating a Windows Login Password Creating the Password In Windows 7 Setting Ownership of the TPM...
4. Quick Start Guide 5. Operating System Getting Started Guide There are two models of the eo TufTab a7230X UMPC: the a7230XD and a7230XT. Please check to make sure that you have received the correct model. Contents of the packaging may change without prior notice. Please check our website at www.tabletkiosk.com,or check with your dealer or sales associate...
Please be sure to check that the System Restore Disc matches the Operating System (OS) installed on your eo TufTab a7230X. Some units may include a restore image on the internal hard drive in addition to, or in lieu of, a system restore disc.
Removing the batteries: shown is battery 2 being removed. Repeat procedure to remove battery 1. Step 2: Connecting the eo TufTab to an External Power Source Locate the AC adapter and the power cord. Plug the power cord securely into the AC adapter. Plug the AC adapter’s connection cable into the “DC Power In”...
Press and hold it for approximately four (4) seconds until the green power indicator on the front face above the LCD screen lights up. The eo TufTab should now boot up. Chapter 01: Getting Started...
NOTE: If you forgot to write down the Product Key before inserting the batteries, don’t worry as the batteries are hot swappable. Simple flip over the eo TufTab and remove battery 2 to view the Windows 7 COA sticker. Attaching the Carrying Handle Your eo TufTab a7230X comes with an included carrying handle that also doubles as a stylus garage.
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1. Remove the handle from the packaging and lie it flat with the Velcro strip side of the strap facing down (or toward the handle). Place the Velcro hooks and loops (shown here) sections facing downward. If they are facing up, you’ll need to flip the strap over inside the handle.
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4. From there, pass the end of the strap through the loop on the opposite side of the eo TufTab, passing it again from the inside outward. 5. Finally, secure the Velcro (hooks) end to the strap’s Velcro (loops) strip.
Attaching the Stylus with the Tether Your eo TufTab comes with a stylus pen and a tether you can use to secure the stylus to the system so that you do not drop and/ or lose it. 1. Slip an end loop on the tether, it doesn’t matter which one, through the hole in the stylus at the top of the clip.
& Interacting with the Active Digitizer and/or Touch Screen Unlike a standard laptop or desktop PC, standard navigational activities on an Ultra-Mobile PC are completed using the stylus pen, or even your fingers if using the touch screen. The screen will react to the pen differently depending on whether you are using the Touch Screen mode or the Active Digitizer mode.
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Once the pen is close enough to the screen to be detected, the eo TufTab a7230XD will automatically switch to digitizer mode.
Lift the stylus from the screen to complete the button press. NOTE: Animated cues, or floating tablet tips, will only appear in the Active Digitizer mode if your eo TufTab is running Windows XP Tablet PC Edition or Windows 7. Turning Off Your eo TufTab Ultra-Mobile PC...
Input/ Output (I/O) ports on the faces and sides of the computer. Understanding the layout of the system will help you use your eo TufTab a7230X more efficiently while in the field or on-the-go. The eo TufTab a7230XT features a resistive touch screen,...
Senses amount of ambient light and adjusts the LCD’s brightness for maximum visibility and battery life. 3. System Power Indicator Glows green when the eo TufTab is powered on. Blinks when system is in standby/sleep mode. 4. Battery 1 & 2 Charge Indicators Glows orange when each battery is charging and changes to green when the respective battery is fully charged.
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Touch Screen is responsive to touch by any object, as the screen’s sensors react purely to pressure, as opposed to a magnetic tip or electrical conduction. Resting your hand on the screen while writing or navigating may affect the pointer’s position. Chapter 02: Touring Your eo TufTab Ultra-Mobile PC...
3. Docking Cradle Latch Groove Fan exhaust port for expelling hot air from the interior of the eo Ultra-Mobile PC. Do not block to prevent over heating. 4. ExpressCard/34 (34mm x 74mm) Slot ExpressCard technology improves the data transfer speed by using higher performance serial data interfaces rather than parallel buses.
For use to secure optional expansion modules or docking accessories. 3. Multi-I/O Docking Connector Port This connector will allow the use of optional expansion devices such as the a72X1DC and a72X2DC Docking Cradles. Power pass-thru is supported. Chapter 02: Touring Your eo TufTab Ultra-Mobile PC...
Carrying handle/strap can be attached though these loops. 3. Anti-Theft Kensington Lock Port Use with the locking device (sold separately) to attach the eo TufTab UMPC to a desk, table, kiosk, or other stationary apparatus to help prevent the computer from being stolen. 4. DC Power In Plug the AC adapter’s connection cable into this port to...
4. Headphone / Audio Out Stereo audio port for connecting headphones, external speakers or other audio devices. 5. Audio In Used to input stereo audio from external devices such as a microphone, radio or tape player. Chapter 02: Touring Your eo TufTab Ultra-Mobile PC...
Holds battery 1 in its port. Slide tab to the left to unlock battery for removal. Slide tab to the right to lock battery into place. Tab is stiff and will require adequate pressure to engage. Chapter 02: Touring Your eo TufTab Ultra-Mobile PC...
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Larger panel covers bay containing the RFID reader module. 8. RFID Reader Antenna Smaller panel covers antenna for RFID Reader. Pass RFID cards/chips over this panel to read the information programmed in them. Chapter 02: Touring Your eo TufTab Ultra-Mobile PC...
Depending on your system’s configuration and your application usage, two fully charged batteries should allow you to run your eo TufTab a7230X for 4 ~ 5 hours. Remember, however, that the batteries are hot swappable, which means that with an extra set...
Smart Battery IC in the battery pack(s) checks the battery’s charge and temperature. If charging is necessary, the battery indicators on the front of the eo TufTab will glow orange and the AC adapter will automatically charge the battery pack(s).
When fully charged, each battery indicator will change to green and the batteries’ charge will be maintained while connected to the external power source. When the computer is disconnected from the electrical outlet, the battery indicators will turn off. Below is a table that illustrates how the batteries in the a7230X are charged: Both batteries are The lowest battery is charged to 85%.
When an individual battery’s power falls to 7% of its current capacity, its battery indicator will begin to blink red. Remember that if your eo TufTab is running with both batteries installed, total system power is measured in Windows by the combined capacity of both batteries.
recharged) will decrease. Depending on how often the battery is used, how many times it has been charged and the conditions under which it is used, you may need to purchase a new battery during the life of your computer. IMPORTANT: To avoid damage, only use replacement batteries recom- mended by TabletKiosk.
Storing a Battery When storing your computer for an extended period of time, it is recommended that you remove the battery pack and store it in a dry, cool location (Do not freeze). Also, we recommend storing the battery with a 40 - 50% charge. If you store the battery when it is fully discharged, it is possible that the battery could fall into a deeply discharged state.
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Windows using a stylus pen, or your fingers, as opposed to a mouse and keyboard. This chapter contains tips and details to get the most from your eo TufTab a7230X while using Windows XP.
Actually, this is only true with the eo TufTab a7230XT, as when using the stylus pen with an eo TufTab a7230XD the screen will automatically switch to digitizer mode which is not touch sensitive except to the pen’s tip.
“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. Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
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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. Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
The calibration function can be called from the Windows com- mand prompt, in case you’d like to include it in a batch file, and map it to one of the eo TufTab’s user programmable function buttons. 1. To open a command prompt window, go to START > All Programs >...
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. Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
“Configure”. Alternatively, just double-tap on the “PenMount 6000 USB” icon. 2. Tap on the “Setting” tab and then tap the “Use press and hold as right click” check box to enable/disable. Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
(press and release) as well as clear the screen and exit the test. Right Button Icon Enables a visual mouse icon that allows you to set which mouse button press will be registered for the following tap on the Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
Gesture action. The longer the time set by the slider, the longer you can take to draw out the Gesture on screen. Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
You can enable and disable the “Right-Click” emulation by tapping the check box in the “Press-and-Hold-to-Right-Click” section, as well as set the duration that you must hold before a “Right-Click” is performed by adjusting the slider. Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
Simply follow the instructions that appear on screen and tap the center of the targets with your finger. When done, tap the “Finished” button to accept your Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
Pen Tab The options on this tab will adjust the behavior of how the pen interacts with the digitizer as well as how the pen itself will behave. Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
Checking this box will switch the options on this tab to support a stylus pen that has an eraser feature. The stylus that comes standard with the a7230XD does not have such a feature. Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
The digitizer calibration is very similar to the touch screen calibration. Touch the center of the crosses with the stylus tip when they appear. Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
Choose the orientation from the drop down list and then tap on the “Calibrate…” button to start the calibration routine. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the calibration. This is the same routine as from Wacom’s “Pen Tablet Properties” Control Panel. Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
Programming the Function Buttons Your eo TufTab a7230X has four function buttons located on the right side of the LCD panel on the front face of the tablet. The first two buttons are assigned functions (System Power and SAS respectively) that can not be overridden. Therefore, only buttons three and four are user-programmable.
Display Expansion By default, the native resolution of the eo TufTab a7230X’s screen is 1024x600 (16:9 wide screen aspect ratio). The other three Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
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. Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
Windows will convert your handwriting into text, on the fly, and then insert it in the appro- priate location when you tap “Insert”. Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
The Sensitivity of HDD Protect threshold slider allows you to adjust how much gravitational force (or distance fallen) is required before the system parks the drive heads. Before Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
Screen Rotation” check box. TIP: If you are having trouble getting the screen to auto rotate properly, make sure to adjust the tilt of the eo TufTab so that it is more perpendicular to the ground when rotating it. When you are finished making adjustments to the application, simply tap on the “Hide”...
You can adjust the size, position, color, opacity and more. Installing the Eyesboard Keyboard (Tablet PC Edition only) If your eo TufTab a7230XD came with Windows XP Tablet PC Edition, you may first have to install the Eyesboard Keyboard application before you can use it.
Connecting to the Internet Your eo TufTab a7230X allows you to connect to the Internet in a few different ways. The ways vary depending on your network- ing environment as well as personal preference and available equipment. Using a Wireless LAN The WiFi wireless networking adapter built into your eo TufTab a7230X is compatible with 802.11a/b/g/n wireless networks, and...
1. Connect an Ethernet networking cable into the LAN port of your eo TufTab a7230X and then connect the other end into your broadband modem or the appropriate LAN port as instructed by your network administrator.
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“Use the following…” If you are unsure of which option to use, contact your network administrator or your ISP’s Tech Support. Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
Bluetooth® Wireless Connectivity Bluetooth® is a short-range wireless technology you can use to transfer data between your eo TufTab a7230X and other wire- less devices that use Bluetooth, such as wireless keyboards and mice, cell phones, PDAs and even printers. Bluetooth-enabled devices can communicate with each other, without cables, up to a theoretical distance of approximately 30 feet.
Using a wireless keyboard, such as TabletKiosk’s Bluetooth Folding Keyboard, to enter data on your eo TufTab a7230X. Connecting to your Bluetooth-capable cell phone to access the Internet and surf the web or download your e-mail.
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Bluetooth device. Leave this unchecked if you want only your user account to be able to connect to the Bluetooth device. Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
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For more information about configuring and using the Bluetooth application, check out the online help system by either tapping on your keyboard or choosing “Help” from the Bluetooth application menu. Chapter 04: Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows XP...
Chapter 05 Securing Your eo TufTab a7230X Your eo TufTab a7230X 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...
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<Esc>. NOTE: If at any point you wish to clear the TPM module’s information and return the eo TufTab a7230X to its original “unowned” state, go back to the “Security” menu and arrow down to a new option that will be present called “Clearing the TPM”...
Tap on “Create a Password” to enter a new password. This is an important step in securing your data. Make sure to keep your password in a safe location and do not lose it. Chapter 05: Securing Your eo TufTab a7230X...
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Setting Ownership of the TPM After initializing the TPM functionality in the BIOS, the next step to securing your eo a7330 is to establish yourself as the tablet’s owner. 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.
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5. After your password has been created or entered, tap “Save the password” to save a .tpm password file you can use to make changes to the TPM settings in the future. Chapter 05: Securing Your eo TufTab a7230X...
To learn more about using the TPM, including turning off the TPM and clearing the TPM, see the Help articles in the “Links & Resources” section at the bottom of the main pane of the TPM Management Console. Chapter 05: Securing Your eo TufTab a7230X...
Troubleshooting This chapter describes how to locate information and solve some of the problems you may encounter while using your eo TufTab a7230X. If after reading this section, you are still unable to solve a problem, please check out more online resources at www.
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AC adapter is securely plugged into when the batteries both the eo TufTab a7230X and the are charging or not. power outlet. The battery is above Check the battery indicator icon in the 10% charged.
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The system will not The system has gone Connect the eo TufTab a7230X to an turn on after it turns into Hibernation external power source. off when left unat- mode because it is in tended.
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Tablet Properties Control Panel (see the stylus pen properly. sectionDigitizer Set-up and Calibration in the chapter Using Your eo TufTab a7230X with Windows) The mouse pointer is The touch screen Run the calibration routine in the Touch not at the correction requires calibrating.
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Wireless transmitter Check the wireless indicator LED on the is turned off. front of the eo TufTab a7230X to make sure it is on. If it is off, tap and hold on the wireless network icon in the system tray and choose “WiFi on” from the pop-up menu.
Contacting Your Dealer If you still have a problem, the next step is to contact the dealer where you purchased your eo TufTab a7230X. Your dealer can determine if the problem will require that the computer be taken to a service center for repair. Before you call your dealer, please have the following information available: 1.
TufTab a7230X to request a disc. NOTE: You will need to supply your system’s serial number, located on the back of the eo TufTab a7230X underneath battery 2, with your request in order to receive your replacement System Restore disc.
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11. Select “Quit” once the restore process completes to reboot your eo TufTab a7230X. 12. Immediately eject the DVD or unplug the USB DVD drive from your eo TufTab a7230X so the system will reboot from the restored hard drive. Chapter 06: Troubleshooting...
USB Hub into one of the USB ports on the right side of the eo TufTab. Plug the USB DVD drive into the other USB port on the right side of the a7230X. Make sure that the a7230X System Restore Disc is in the USB DVD drive and that the drive has power and is on.
TufTab a7230X. 6. Immediately eject the DVD or unplug the USB DVD drive from your eo TufTab a7230X so the system will reboot from the restored hard drive. NOTE: If you do not, or cannot, remove the external drive from your tablet, make sure to go back into the BIOS upon restart to change the “1st BOOT”...
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Low power thermal design consumes less than 2.3W Integrated DDR2 memory controller with 64-bit wide interface and maximum configuration of 2.0 GB DRAM Integrated USB Host Controller supports USB 1.1 and 2.0. Power Management ACPI 1.0b and 2.0 compliant ...
SATA I (150 MBs) Automatic retry/error correction for high data integrity Shock resistant — operating: 4,900 m/s (500G) non-operating: 14,700 m/s (1,500G) Quiet — 14dB idle, 20dB random track seek 300,000 hours MTTF (Mean Time to Failure) possible. Video ...
Can operate on a 40MHz wide channel Provides 128- and 64-bit WEP encryption, hardware AES (support for key sizes of 128 bits, 192 bits, and 256 bits) Hardware capability to support Cisco* Compatible Exten- sions v1/2/3/4 Supports IEEE 802.11 Power Save Protocol (PSP) ...
SDAP (Service Discovery Application Profile), SPP (Serial Port Profile), SYNCH (Synchronization Profile), GPS Module Weison ZYM-G5020 built-in USB module 50-channel u-blox engine with more than one million effective correlators <1 second Time To First Fix for Hot Aided Starts ...
Weight 1.2 kg (2.65 lbs.) with both battery packs installed Measurements 225 mm x 145 mm x 39.5 mm (8.86 in x 5.71 in x 1.56 in) Case Color Black LED Indicators Power (ON: green, Standby: blinking) ...
Output current: 3.25A maximum Output Power: 65W SCP: Short Circuit Protection plus Auto-Recovery ≤ 2 min. OVP: Over-Voltage Protection, Latch Mode, up to 18.0Vdc maximum OCP: Over-Current Protection, Auto-Recovery, up to 10.0A maximum OTP: Over-Temperature Protection to prevent catastrophic failure from overheating.
Protected against dust, limited ingress (no harmful deposit) Vibration Meets Mil Std 810G-514.6, Procedure I Cat. 24, Fig. 514.6E-1 & 514.6E-2. Unit is non-operating ASTM 4169-99 Truck Assurance Level II, Schedule E. Unit is operating EMI/Safety Regulations ...
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