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  • Page 1 C5m/F5m Tablet PC Model CFT-004 User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 The information in this document is provided “as is” may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their and is subject to change without notice. Motion is not respective companies. liable for errors or omissions in this document.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Motion Computing applications ........
  • Page 4 Supported barcode types........... . 39 Barcode scanner tips .
  • Page 5 Display issues ............. . . 65 Touch or pen issues .

  • Page 6: Chapter 1 Getting Started

    Getting Started ® The Motion C5m/F5m Tablet PCs are rugged, powerful, and provide robust computing power and a variety of integrated features to enable any mobile workflow. The C5m/F5m Tablet PCs include these features: • Intel® Core™ i3, i5, or i7 vPro™ Processors (i7 Processor includes Intel vPro™ technology) ®...

  • Page 7: Optional Features

    Optional features This section describes the optional features available when you purchase your C5m/F5m. Mobile broadband with GPS You can purchase a C5m/F5m Tablet PC with an optional embedded mobile broadband module that enables you to connect to a variety of mobile broadband networks for sending and receiving data wirelessly.

  • Page 8: View Anywhere Display

    With the built-in TPM and Infineon Security Platform Tools, you can create and manage digital certificates, user and device authentication, full disk data encryption, and restricted network access. These features are most commonly used by enterprises and enabled by the system administrator.

  • Page 9: Other Optional Features

    Other optional features Other C5m/F5m optional features include: • Web and documentation cameras—See Using the cameras on page 34. • Barcode scanner—See Using the barcode scanner on page 39. • Smart card reader—See Using the smart card reader (optional) on page 52. Overview of the C5m/F5m The following illustrations show the features available on the C5m/F5m Tablet PC.

  • Page 10: Right Side

    Right side Fingerprint Security button reader USB 3.0 port ® Windows button Barcode scanner Power adapter port Power button (optional) USB 3.0 port Connects to a USB device. Power adapter port Connects to the power adapter. Windows® button Use to toggle between Windows Start screen and Windows desktop. Security button Use to log on to or lock the tablet.

  • Page 11: Front

    Function button Activates secondary functions for other buttons. Enter button Makes a selection (equivalent to the Enter key). Motion Tablet Center button Opens Motion Tablet Center. Directional pad Use for basic navigation. Equivalent to the arrow keys on a keyboard.

  • Page 12: Back

    Back Pen tether Pen bay Fan cover attach point Rear camera light Rear camera Speaker Battery Battery gauge light Battery gauge button Battery door latch SIM card slot (located in battery bay) Smart card reader Docking guide (optional) Pen tether attach point Attach the pen tether.

  • Page 13: Pen

    The pen includes a pressure-sensitive tip, a function button, and an eraser. The pen contains no batteries and requires no external power. Eraser Function button You can purchase additional pens from the Motion Computing Accessories page. Chapter 1 Getting Started Overview of the C5m/F5m 13...

  • Page 14: Where To Begin With Your C5M/F5M

    Where to begin with your C5m/F5m This section includes some steps you can follow to power up and get familiar with your C5m/F5m Tablet PC. Step 1: Power up the tablet 1. Plug the power cord into an outlet. Power adapter port 2.
  • Page 15 Step 2. Set up Bluetooth 1. Enable Bluetooth: a. Swipe from the right side of the screen and tap Settings. b. From the Settings menu, tap Change PC Settings. c. Tap the Wi-Fi On/Off slider to turn it On. d. Tap the Bluetooth slider to turn it On and the Tablet PC will begin to search for Bluetooth devices.

  • Page 16: Getting Familiar With Your C5M/F5M Tablet Pc

    (The digitizer detects the position of the pen or your finger on the touchscreen display.) • Use Motion Computing tools to configure basic Windows 8.1 settings, customize your tablet according to your work style, and to access C5m/F5m documentation and the Motion Support and Tablet PC accessories websites.

  • Page 17: Optional Setup Tasks

    Note: While in Sleep mode, the power button flashes green. To wake up the tablet from Sleep mode: • Press and release the power button The tablet quickly resumes activity and your desktop is the same as you left it. Hibernate mode If you intend to leave your tablet for several hours or more, you can put the tablet in Hibernate mode.

  • Page 18: Connect The Tablet To A Docking Station

    Connect a display monitor to your C5m/F5m Tablet PC using the VGA port located on the docking station. For more information Know Your Motion Tablet is located on your Tablet PC’s desktop. Open this application to view the Getting Started document, which provides information and tips to help you get started using your C5m/F5m quickly.
  • Page 19 You will find other useful information on our website: • Motion Computing Support • Free online training videos • Knowledge Base • Motion Computing Accessories • Motion Computing Store This guide is available in French, German, Spanish Portuguese on our website.

  • Page 20: Chapter 2 Using Your C5M/F5M

    Using your C5m/F5m This chapter provides information about performing the following tasks: • Using Motion Tablet Center on page 21 • Using Know Your Motion Tablet on page 30 • Entering text and using the handwriting panel on page 31 •...

  • Page 21: Motion Computing Applications

    Front on page 11). • Locate the Motion Tablet Center tile on the Windows 8.1 Start screen. (You may have to swipe to the left if you don’t see the tile initially.) Tap the Motion Tablet Center tile to open the application.

  • Page 22: Tablet Settings

    Motion Tablet Center is organized into categories, which are listed in the left pane. The main screen displays system information about your Tablet PC. Tablet settings The following configuration options are available in Motion Tablet Center’s Tablet settings: • Pen and Touch—Provides access to Windows Pen and Touch configuration options.
  • Page 23 3. To display the touch pointer on the screen, select Show the touch pointer. 4. Select Optimize visual feedback for projection to an external monitor if you want the touch pointer to be visible on an external display such as a projector. Chapter 2 Using your C5m/F5m Motion Tablet Center 23...

  • Page 24: Tablet Pc Settings

    Tablet PC settings Motion Tablet Center’s Tablet PC settings enable you to customize your C5m/F5m to fit the way you work. These settings provide you with access to input display configuration and calibration; screen rotation sequence settings; right- or left-handed use; pen and touch settings;...

  • Page 25: Wireless Settings

    Touch settings You can use Motion Tablet Center’s Touch Settings to enable or disable touch, select right- click options when using touch, and to calibrate the digitizer for touch. The digitizer detects the position of your finger on the touchscreen display. You should calibrate the digitizer the first time you start your Tablet PC.

  • Page 26: Advanced Settings

    47 for detailed information about how to connect to a wireless local area network. Advanced settings You can use Motion Tablet Center’s Advanced settings to view all system information for your Tablet PC. System Information lists categories in the left pane and details about each category in the right pane.

  • Page 27: Power Settings

    To enable these devices, tap the switch to turn them on. By default, the C5m/F5m uses the Motion Optimized power plan that is designed specifically for Motion Computing tablets. It balances the need to save power while maximizing tablet performance.
  • Page 28 Tablet PC is on battery power. Advanced settings The Advanced settings in Motion Tablet Center’s Power screen provide you with access to Windows Power Options, where you can create your own power plan, customize your Tablet PC’s power plan, adjust the screen brightness, set a password on wakeup, choose when to...

  • Page 29: Sensors Settings

    Sensors Settings Motion Tablet Center’s Sensors settings allow you to calibrate the C5m/F5m’s internal compass and access Location Services.. Compass The on-screen compass displays the direction of the magnetic north pole relative to the orientation of the tablet. Additionally, the compass accuracy status is displayed; if the compass needs to be calibrated, you’ll see a notification alerting you to calibrate the...

  • Page 30: Know Your Motion Tablet

    You’ll need an active Internet connection to view current Bing Maps data. Know Your Motion Tablet Know Your Motion Tablet is a Motion Computing application that provides easy access to C5m/F5m documentation and the Motion Support and Tablet PC accessories websites.

  • Page 31: Entering Text And Using The Handwriting Panel

    Entering text and using the handwriting panel You can use different methods to enter text with your C5m/F5m to fit your needs. You can use an on-screen touch keyboard or the handwriting panel. Using the Windows 8.1 on-screen keyboard To open the on-screen keyboard, either: •...
  • Page 32 The handwriting panel will open. Use your digitizer pen to begin writing in the handwriting panel. Your handwriting will then be converted to text. The more you write, the more accurately Windows 8.1 detects your handwriting style. To close the on-screen keyboard or handwriting panel, tap the close icon in the upper right-hand corner.

  • Page 33: Using The Front Panel Buttons

    For example, “up” in landscape orientation becomes “left” in portrait orientation. To configure the front panel buttons: 1. Open Motion Tablet Center. 2. Tap Tablet PC Settings. 3. In the Tablet PC Settings screen, tap the Buttons tab.

  • Page 34: Connect An External Monitor

    4. Select the primary or secondary orientation for which you want to change the button settings from the Button settings for: drop-down list. 5. Select the button combination you want to change. The currently selected buttons appear in red. 6. Tap Change. 7.

  • Page 35: Using The Web Camera

    Taking a photo with SnapWorks 1. Tap the camera icon on the Windows taskbar to activate Motion SnapWorks. 2. Point your camera at the subject you want to photograph. You can use the grid and center circle to help you line up your subject(s).
  • Page 36 To zoom in or out on your subject, use the zoom adjustment slider on the left side of the screen. 4. Your photo is saved and stored in the image storage location specified in the SnapWorks settings. By default, this is the C:\Users\[your username]\Pictures directory. 5.
  • Page 37 Tap the Left Arrow icon to return to the previous screen. Tap the Close icon exit SnapWorks. SnapWorks help Tap the Help icon to open the Key screen where you can view all SnapWorks™ icon descriptions. Editing a photo in SnapWorks 1.
  • Page 38 5. When you’re finished editing your photo, tap the Camera icon in the upper left- hand corner of the screen to return to the camera screen. Sending, printing, and copying your photos 1. To send your photo via email, tap the Gallery icon in the upper left-hand corner of the screen to open the directory where your photos are stored.

  • Page 39: Using The Barcode Scanner

    • RSS Limited Other barcode types can be enabled by using EasySet software. To access EasySet, install it by running setup.exe from C:\Motion\Software\EasySet. To use the barcode scanner: 1. Open the application that you want to receive the barcode data and place the insertion point in the appropriate field.

  • Page 40: Barcode Scanner Tips

    Under normal conditions, you can run the tablet on battery power for over eight hours. Battery life varies by configuration, applications in use, utilized features, and operating conditions. Maximum battery capacity decreases with time and use. Motion battery life estimates are based on MobileMark® 2012 performance testing.
  • Page 41 The battery gauge is located on the front of the C5m/F5m Tablet PC as shown: You can use the battery gauge on the front of the unit to monitor the status of the battery. Battery gauge When the tablet is plugged in, the lights on the gauge indicate the battery’s current level of charge—from one amber light (less than 25% charged) to four green lights (between 75% and 100% charged).
  • Page 42 The indicator lights show the remaining charge. Each light represents about 25% of the total charge. Press To check the remaining battery power from the Windows® notification area: • Tap the power indicator, which looks different depending on whether the tablet is plugged in.

  • Page 43: Removing And Replacing The Battery

    Hibernate mode. To hot-swap the battery: 1. Remove the battery (page 43). 2. Insert the new battery (page 43). Important: Use only Motion Computing C5/F5-Series batteries with the tablet. Chapter 2 Using your C5m/F5m Hot-swapping the battery 43...

  • Page 44: Long-Term Battery Storage

    • When running on battery power, adjust the display to a dimmer setting. • Turn off wireless devices when they aren’t being used. Open Motion Tablet Center, tap Wireless Settings, and enable Airplane mode. Using Mobile Broadband with GNSS Use the information in this section to enable Mobile Broadband and the Mobile Broadband GNSS receiver.

  • Page 45: Enabling Mobile Broadband With Gnss

    Before you can establish a Mobile Broadband connection or use the Mobile Broadband GNSS receiver, you must ensure that Mobile Broadband with GNSS is enabled in Motion Tablet Center. Open Motion Tablet Center, tap Power and ensure that the switch beside Mobile Broadband is turned on.
  • Page 46 6. Select the Allow data roaming checkbox if you want to roam automatically in the future. 7. Tap Connect. If prompted, enter the access point name (APN) or access string, the user name, and the password. (You can find these in the information that came with the device or with your mobile broadband service.) 8.

  • Page 47: Using The Gps Receiver

    Using the GPS receiver If you purchased your C5m/F5m with the optional Mobile broadband with GPS module or the optional discrete GPS module, your tablet has GPS capabilities. You can use GPS with your preferred mapping application to find your current and destination locations. Using the discrete GPS receiver with WAAS, EGNOS, and MSAS The discrete GPS receiver uses satellites to provide the current location, altitude, heading, and horizontal velocity of the tablet through Windows' Sensor Framework and a virtual...

  • Page 48: Using The Fingerprint Reader

    To set up a fingerprint password: 1. Start the Motion OmniPass™ application that you use to define and manage your fingerprint. 2. Create an Omnipass user account (called enrolling the user). See page 3.

  • Page 49: Starting Omnipass

    You may have to swipe to the left if you don’t see the tile initially. 1. Tap the OmniPass icon in the taskbar in the Windows desktop. When you start the application for the first time, the Motion OmniPass application looks like this: Motion OmniPass Initial Start Up After you’ve enrolled as an OmniPass user, the application opens the OmniPass Control...

  • Page 50: Create An Omnipass User Account

    Create an OmniPass user account You can enroll as a new OmniPass user to register your fingerprint. Before you begin, read the following tips. Fingerprint reader tips • For best results, use the Practice option to familiarize yourself with the fingerprint reader before enrolling the first time.

  • Page 51: Replace Your Passwords

    Replace your passwords Once you’ve enrolled in OmniPass, you can use your OmniPass credentials instead of your password to log on to your accounts that require passwords. This is called password replacement. You set up password replacement the next time you’re prompted for a password.

  • Page 52: Using The Smart Card Reader (Optional)

    3. Follow the on-screen instructions. 4. After you have enabled encryption, reboot your Tablet PC, and manually restart SecureDoc to complete the encryption process. For more information about WinMagic SecureDoc, go to http://www.winmagic.com/ products/full-disk-encryption-for-windows. Using the smart card reader (optional) Your tablet may include the optional smart card reader located on the back of the tablet next to the battery.

  • Page 53: Using The Sim Card Slot

    2. Slide the smart card into the smart card reader until the card is firmly seated in the reader. To remove the smart card: 1. Depending on your smart card software, you may be required to shut down the smart card software first before removing the card.

  • Page 54: Locating Your Serial Number

    “S/N. ” To remove the battery, see Removing and replacing the battery on page 43. • Motion Tablet Center main screen • BIOS setup utility Backing up your system To protect against loss or accidental deletion, schedule backups to occur automatically on a regular basis.

  • Page 55: Restoring Your System

    3. The File History window opens and will display any external drives connected to your PC. If you want to specify another location for your backups such as a network drive, tap Select Drive in the left-hand panel. 4. Tap Advanced Settings to modify the way that File History works. •...

  • Page 56: Using The Windows 8.1 Recovery Drive

    3. Tap Yes when asked if you want to allow the following program to make changes to your computer. 4. In the next window, leave the checkbox selected and then tap Next. 5. Follow the steps in the Recovery Drive wizard. Microsoft’s website provides additional information about creating a Windows 8.1 USB recovery drive: http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-8/create-usb-recovery-drive.

  • Page 57: Using System Restore

    programs, system settings, and files will be replaced with the versions that were current when you made the recovery image. • Automatic Repair—this option scans your system and analyzes the various settings, configuration options, and system files to find corrupt files or issues with configuration settings.

  • Page 58: Finding Other Software

    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 C5m/F5m Finding other software 58...

  • Page 59: Chapter 3 Caring For Your C5M/F5M

    Caring for your C5m/F5m Proper care and maintenance will keep your C5m/F5m Tablet PC working and in good condition. For general information about care of the tablet and its components and accessories, see the Safety and Regulatory Guide included with your Tablet PC. WARNING: Follow the guidelines listed below when caring for your C5m/F5m Tablet PC and its components.

  • Page 60: Caring For The Display

    Clean fingerprints and smudges from the display surface by wiping it with the cloth 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 61: Replacing Pen Tips

    Disinfecting procedures You should periodically disinfect the tablet according to the institutional polices of surface and equipment safety and cleanliness. Motion Computing has tested a variety of antimicrobial solvents and information about specific products is available upon request. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, “items that do not ordinarily touch the patient or touch only intact skin aren’t involved in disease transmission, and...

  • Page 62: Training And Documentation Considerations

    If the tablet is used with patients who are infected or colonized with vancomycin-resistant enterococci or other drug-resistant microorganisms judged by the infection control program (based on current state, regional, or national recommendations, to be of special or clinical or epidemiologic significance or with highly virulent microorganisms such as Ebola or Lassa), then the unit should be dedicated to one patient or patient cohort or subjected to low-level cleaning between patient uses.

  • Page 63: Caring For The Tablet Battery

    Use the following tips when you travel with your C5m/F5m Tablet PC: • Put the Tablet PC in a case to protect the display. Motion Computing sells a variety of cases for the C5m/F5m. You can purchase one at the Motion Computing Accessories page.

  • Page 64: Chapter 4 Troubleshooting And Faqs

    Troubleshooting and FAQs Motion Computing Tablet PCs are thoroughly tested for performance and quality, but occasionally issues can still occur. If you don’t find the information you’re looking for in this section, go to Motion Computing Support. Enterprise users should contact their support organization for assistance with resolving tablet, application, or connectivity issues.

  • Page 65: Battery Issues

    The display is too dim • The display brightness may be set too low. Use Motion Tablet Center’s Power settings to brighten the display. Open Motion Tablet Center, tap Power, then tap Advanced. Adjust the display brightness slider to the desired level.

  • Page 66: Touch Or Pen Issues

    The eraser doesn’t work • The eraser may not be enabled. To enable it, open Motion Tablet Center and tap Pen and Touch. Tap the Pen Options tab, and select the checkbox beside Use the top of the pen to erase ink (where available). The eraser works on digital ink only, not text.

  • Page 67: Ports And Connectors Issues

    The pointer on the screen doesn’t align with the pen • The pen may need to be calibrated. Open Motion Tablet Center and tap Tablet PC Settings. Tap the Display tab and tap Setup beside Configure your pen and touch displays.

  • Page 68: Bluetooth Issues

    • Your C5m/F5m may not have located a Wi-Fi network. Open Motion Tablet Center, Tap Wireless Settings in the Tablet screen. The Windows The list of available wireless networks is displayed in the Wi-Fi section.
  • Page 69 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’re running Bluetooth and Wi-Fi at the same time, interference can affect the Bluetooth performance.

  • Page 70: Audio Issues

    I want to make my tablet run faster • Change the Power plan to High Performance by using the Power settings in the Motion Tablet Center (see Power Settings on page 27).
  • Page 71 How do I adjust the Tablet PC for left-handed use? • Change where menus appear on the screen by indicating which hand you write with by using the Tablet PC settings in the Motion Tablet Center (see Tablet PC settings page 24).
  • Page 72 • You will need a travel plug adapter, which you can find in airports and travel stores. You don’t need to buy a voltage converter; the Motion AC adapter will automatically adjust to different voltages. Where can I learn more about my C5m/F5m? •...

  • Page 73: Index

    Index A button 11 C5m/F5m Absolute Computrace® 8 getting started 14 amber light 71 optional features 7 amber lights 41 optional setup tasks 17 audio overview 9 drivers 70 specifications 6 camera documentation 12 help 37 B button 11 settings 36 backing up your system 54 cameras 34 File History 54...
  • Page 74 13 Know Your Motion Tablet 21, 30 docking station 18 Accessories 30 documentation camera 35 Documentation 30 downloads, free 58 Getting Started 30 Support 30 Knowledge Base 72 Enter button 11 eraser use top of pen as 23...
  • Page 75 PC 14 change 27 Shift+Tab 33 create 28 Show Map 30 customize 28 shut down 65 Motion Optimized 27 SIM card slot 13, 53 Power Saver 70 Skype™ 35 power settings 27 sleep 17 Sleep mode 16 smart card reader (optional) 13, 52...
  • Page 76 SnapWorks™ by Motion® 35 troubleshooting configuring settings 36 audio issues 70 copying a photo 38 battery 65 editing a photo 37 battery issues 65 help 37 bluetooth issues 68 printing a photo 38 input 66 sending a photo 38 mobile broadband with GPS 69...

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