Aaeon Rugged Tablet Computer RTC-840 Manual

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R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r
R T C - 8 4 0
RTC-840
®
TM
Intel
Core
2 Duo
Ultra LV 1.2GHz
Processor
Rugged Tablet Computer
with 8.4" SVGA Color TFT LCD
1COM, 2USB2.0, 1Mini USB
st
RTC-840 Manual 1
Ed
March 2009

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  • Page 1 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 RTC-840 ® Intel Core 2 Duo Ultra LV 1.2GHz Processor Rugged Tablet Computer with 8.4”...
  • Page 2 AAEON assumes no liabilities resulting from errors or omissions in this document, or from the use of the information contained herein. AAEON reserves the right to make changes in the product design without notice to its users.
  • Page 3 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Acknowledgments All other products’ name or trademarks are properties of their respective owners. •...
  • Page 4: Packing List

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Packing List Before you begin operating your PC, please make sure that the following materials are enclosed: •...
  • Page 5 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 If you use items that are not approved for use with this Rugged Tablet Computer, you may cause your Rugged Tablet Computer to malfunction, or to emit or receive electro-magnetic radiation in excess of local regulations.
  • Page 6 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 requirements must be followed. If you are unsure of your local power supply, consult your dealer or local Power Company. Do not step on or place anything on the power cord.
  • Page 7 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Below Table for China RoHS Requirements 产品中有毒有害物质或元素名称及含量 AAEON Panel PC/ Workstation 有毒有害物质或元素 部件名称 铅...
  • Page 8: Table Of Contents

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Getting Started ............1-2 1.2 Features ..............1-3 1.3 Where to Look For Information .........
  • Page 9 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Chapter 3 Making Connections 3.1 Right Side Connectors ..........3-2 3.2 Top Side Connectors..........3-3 Chapter 4 Power Management and Using Software 4.1 Power Management ..........
  • Page 10: Chapter 1 Introduction

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Chapter Introduction 1- 1 Chapter 1 Introduction...
  • Page 11: Getting Started

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 1.1 Getting Started Congratulations on your purchase of a Rugged Tablet Computer (RTC). The RTC is a fully functional PC with built-in LAN, and wireless connectivity.
  • Page 12: Features

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 1.2 Features Software Included ® Widows XP Emmbeded Edition which includes: ® • Microsoft Internet Explorer ®...
  • Page 13: Where To Look For Information

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 1.3 Where to Look For Information About Your RTC This User’s Manual describes the key elements of your RTC. New users can find a simple step-by-step orientation in the Quick Start section of this Chapter.
  • Page 14: Quick Start

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 1.4 Quick Start Turning on the Rugged Tablet Computer for the First Time Connect the AC adapter power cord to the AC adapter.
  • Page 15: Loading Windows

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 1.5 Loading Windows The following section is for the Windows operating system only. If you are installing a different operating system, please check with your vendor for installation details.
  • Page 16: Adjusting The Volume

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 1.6 Adjusting the Volume You can adjust the volume with hot key: Fn + Arrow Up: volume up Fn + Arrow Down: volume down Alternatively, you can adjust the volume with the Windows volume control applet located on the taskbar.
  • Page 17: Adjusting The Brightness

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 1.7 Adjusting the Brightness Use the following hot key combinations to adjust the LCD panel brightness: Fn + Arrow Left: decreases the brightness Fn + Arrow Right: increases the brightness...
  • Page 18: Turning Off Your Rtc

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 1.8 Turning off your RTC Turning off the RTC properly is important to maintaining the RTC. On the Start menu, click Shut Down.
  • Page 19: Chapter 2 Getting Started

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Chapter Getting Started Chapter 2 Getting Started...
  • Page 20 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Hardware and Software This chapter introduces the different components and controls of your RTC, including the hardware components, the software, and the audio and video systems.
  • Page 21: Appearance

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 2.1 Appearance Function Button Front View Security Button Speaker Power button Backspace Button Quick Launch Numeric Buttons Status...
  • Page 22: Right And Bottom View

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Right and Bottom View Microphone-in Audio-out CompactFlash RS-232 Serial Port Docking Connector RJ-11 DC-adapter Port USB x 2 Rear View...
  • Page 23: Power Indicators

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 2.2 Power Indicators The power indicators show which power source the system is using. They also show battery status and low battery power alerts.
  • Page 24: Front View Buttons

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 2.3 Front View Buttons The seven hot keys are unique features of your RTC. The function as follows: Icon Function...
  • Page 25 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Tab Button Under Normal Input Mode: Same function as on a standard keyboard. Under Calculation Mode: Role as “Period”...
  • Page 26: Function Keys

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 2.4 Function Keys Hold the Fn Key while pressing the function key. Function Key Description Fn + Down Volume down...
  • Page 27: Quick Start Button

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 2.5 Quick Start Button Function+1 & Quick-Launch Button: Can be customized to launch specific win-base program assigned in Quick Start Button tool.
  • Page 28: Digitizer Pen

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 3. Select execute file and press open. Note: Up to 2 “ Quick Launch” function keys can be assigned to specific application depends on BIOS configuration.
  • Page 29: The Pcmcia Card Slot

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 2.8 The PCMCIA Card Slot Your RTC includes card slot which supports PCMCIA Type II, 32-bit CardBus.
  • Page 30: Memory

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 2.10 Memory Adding memory allows the RTC to operate faster, handle more tasks simultaneously, and work more smoothly with large files.
  • Page 31 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Gently pull tabbed latched in the direction of the arrows (1). The card will pop up slightly. Pull upwards on the card and then slide the card out (2).
  • Page 32: Communication Components

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 of the connector lock the card in place. Replace bluetooth module, attach harness and secure it with screws.
  • Page 33 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Attention: When using the data communications function, please do not plug the phone cord into the ISDN or PBX jack to avoid an electrical surge that will cause the MDC module to burn.
  • Page 34: Chapter 3 Making Connections

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Chapter Making Connections Chapter 3 Making Connections...
  • Page 35: Right Side Connectors

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Making connections Your RTC is equipped with a full array of ports and connectors, including standard input/output (I/O) ports for quickly and easily adding peripheral devices such as printers, keyboards, and mice.
  • Page 36: Top Side Connectors

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 4. USB (Universal Serial Bus) Ports The Universal Serial Bus (USB) is the latest standard for attaching monitors, input devices, scanners, and other devices to a PC.
  • Page 37 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 1. LAN RJ-45 Jack With the built-in Ethernet LAN combo, you can make LAN connections without installing PC cards.
  • Page 38: Chapter 4 Power Management And Using Software

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Chapter Power Management and Using Software 4 - 1 Chapter 4 Power Management and Using Software...
  • Page 39 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 4.1 Power Management Checking the Battery Level You can check the remaining battery power in the Windows® battery status indicator located at the lower right-hand corner of the task tray.
  • Page 40 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Low Battery Alarms How your RTC responds to a low battery condition is set under Start/ Control Panel / Power Options / Alarms.
  • Page 41: When To Replace The Battery

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 4.2 When to Replace the Battery Over time, the battery's capacity gradually decreases. We recommend that you replace your battery when you notice that it begins to store significantly less charge.
  • Page 42: Using Software

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 4.4 Using Software Digitizer Calibration The touch screen is a thin membrane on the top of the LCD display that responds to mechanical pressure on the screen’s surface.
  • Page 43 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 2. Click the stylus in the middle of the crosshairs. The wheel moves to another location on-screen.
  • Page 44 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Using On-Screen Keyboard Click the Windows® Start button > All Programs > Accessories > Accessibility > On-Screen Keyboard. Click the stylus in the On-Screen Keyboard to input the characters.
  • Page 45 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 4 - 8 Chapter 4 Power Management and Using Software...
  • Page 46: Appendix A Statements

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Appendix Statements Appendix A Statements A-...
  • Page 47: A.1 Statements

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 A.1 Statements Federal Communications Commission Statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 48 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
  • Page 49 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company. The modem jack of this equipment complies with Sub-part F of Part 68 of FCC rules.
  • Page 50: European Notice

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 is causing harm to the telephone network, the telephone company may request you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved.
  • Page 51: Safety Caution

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 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), Lowvoltage Directive (73/23/EEC) and the Amendment Directive (93/68/EEC), the procedures given in European Council Directive...
  • Page 52: Battery Disposal

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS When using your telephone equipment, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury to persons, including the following: Do not use this product near water, for example, near a bathtub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a...
  • Page 53: Battery Caution

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 A.6 Battery CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
  • Page 54 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.
  • Page 55 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 802.11b: 0.150 W/kg 802.11g: 0.132 W/kg 802.11a(5.2GHz): 1.078 W/kg 802.11a(5.8GHz): 0.728 W/kg WLAN “To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding.
  • Page 56: Regulatory Information

    R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 A.7 Regulatory Informaiton Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AGN Intel® Wireless WiFi Link 4965AG_ Information for the user Regulatory Information Intel®...
  • Page 57 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 The FCC with its action in ET Docket 96-8 has adopted a saftety for human exposure to radio frequency (RF) electromagnetic energy emitted by FCC certified equipment.
  • Page 58 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 (FAA). The use of wireless devices in hospitals is restricted to the limits set forth by each hospital. Antenna use: In order to comply with FCC RF exposure limits, log gain integrated antennas should be located at...
  • Page 59 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Explosive Device Proximity Warning Warning: Do not operate a portable transmitter (such as a wireless network device) near unshielded blasting caps or in an explosive environment unless the device has been modified to be qualified for such use.
  • Page 60 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 FCC Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25GHz frequency range.
  • Page 61 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Interfernce statement This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 62 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 user documentation that comes with the product. Any other installation or use will violate FCC Part 15 regulations. Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
  • Page 63 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Appendix A Statements A-...
  • Page 64 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 A-19 Appendix A Statements...
  • Page 65 R u g g e d T a b l e t C o m p u t e r R T C - 8 4 0 Appendix A Statements A-...

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