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MARS-3100R/S

Industrial Tablet PC

MARS-3100R/S User Manual ii

The documentation and the software included with this product are copyrighted 2007

by Advantech Co., Ltd. All rights are reserved. Advantech Co., Ltd. reserves the right

to make improvements in the products described in this manual at any time without

notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmitted

in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of Advantech Co.,

Ltd. Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. How-

ever, Advantech Co., Ltd. assumes no responsibility for its use, nor for any infringe-

ments of the rights of third parties, which may result from its use.

Acknowledgements

Intel and Pentium are trademarks of Intel Corporation.

Microsoft Windows and MS-DOS are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp.

All other product names or trademarks are properties of their respective owners.

Product Warranty (2 years)

Advantech warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its products will be

free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years from the date of pur-

chase.

This warranty does not apply to any products which have been repaired or altered by

persons other than repair personnel authorized by Advantech, or which have been

subject to misuse, abuse, accident or improper installation. Advantech assumes no

liability under the terms of this warranty as a consequence of such events.

Because of Advantech’s high quality-control standards and rigorous testing, most of

our customers never need to use our repair service. If an Advantech product is defec-

tive, it will be repaired or replaced at no charge during the warranty period. For out-

of-warranty repairs, you will be billed according to the cost of replacement materials,

service time and freight. Please consult your dealer for more details.

If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:

1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered. (For example, CPU

speed, Advantech products used, other hardware and software used, etc.) Note

anything abnormal and list any onscreen messages you get when the problem

occurs.

2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your manual, product,

and any helpful information readily available.

3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return merchandise

authorization) number from your dealer. This allows us to process your return

more quickly.

4. Carefully pack the defective product, a fully-completed Repair and Replacement

Order Card and a photocopy proof of purchase date (such as your sales receipt)

in a shippable container. A product returned without proof of the purchase date

is not eligible for warranty service.

5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and ship it prepaid

to your dealer.

Part No. 2006310000 Edition 1

Printed in Taiwan December 2007

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Declaration of Conformity

FCC Class A

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class

A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to

provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is

operated in a commercial environment. 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. Opera-

tion of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in

which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

FCC Class B

Note: 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. These limits are designed to

provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installa-

tion. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if

not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful inter-

ference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference

will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interfer-

ence to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equip-

ment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or

more of the following measures:

!Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

!Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

!Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the

receiver is connected.

!Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This equipment has passed the FM certification. According to the National Fire Pro-

tection Association, work sites are classified into different classes, divisions and

groups, based on hazard considerations. This equipment is compliant with the speci-

fications of Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C and D indoor hazards.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled

environment. End users must follow the specific operating instructions for satisfying RF exposure

compliance. SAR compliance has been established, Maximum reported SAR: 1.112 W/kg

(Body).

Europe – EU Declaration of Conformity

This device complies with the essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC. The

following test methods have been applied in order to prove presumption of conformity with the

essential requirements of the R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC:

- EN 60950-1: 2001

Safety of information technology equipment

- IEEE Std. 1528: 2003

Recommended practice for determining the peak spatial-average specific absorption rate (SAR) in the

human head from wireless communications devices: Measurement Techniques.

- ANSI/IEEE C95.3: 2002

IEEE recommended practice for the measurement and computations of radio frequency

electromagnetic fields with respect to human exposure to such fields, 100kHz-300GHz.

- EN 300 328 V1.7.1 (2006-10)

Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Wideband transmission systems;

Data transmission equipment operating in the 2,4 GHz ISM band and using wide band modulation

techniques; Harmonized EN covering essential requirements under article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive

- EN 301 893 V1.2.3 (2003-08)

Broadband Radio Access Networks (BRAN); 5 GHz high performance RLAN; Harmonized EN covering

essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE Directive

- 2005/513/EC, Commission Decision of 11 July 2005 on the harmonised use of radio spectrum in the

5 GHz frequency band for the implementation of wireless access systems including radio local area

networks (WAS/RLANs)

- EN 301 489-17 V1.2.1 (2002-08) and EN 301 489-1 V1.4.1 (2002-08)

Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

standard for radio equipment and services; Part 17: Specific conditions for 2,4 GHz wideband

transmission systems and 5 GHz high performance RLAN equipment

This device is a 2.4 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), intended for use in all EU

member states and EFTA countries under the following conditions and/or with the following

restrictions:

- In Italy the end-user should apply for a license at the national spectrum authorities in order to obtain

authorization to use the device for setting up outdoor radio links and/or for supplying public access to

telecommunications and/or network services.

- This device may not be used for setting up outdoor radio links in France and in some areas the RF

output power may be limited to 10 mW EIRP in the frequency range of 2454 – 2483.5 MHz. For detailed

information the end-user should contact the national spectrum authority in France.

This device is a 5 GHz wideband transmission system (transceiver), intended for use in all EU

member states and EFTA countries under the following conditions and/or with the following

restrictions:

- This device may only be used indoors in the frequency bands 5150 – 5250 MHz and 5250 – 5350 MHz.

- In France and Luxembourg a limited implementation of the frequency bands 5150 – 5250 MHz and

5250 – 5350 MHz. In Luxermbourg it is not allowed to make use of the frequency band 5470 – 5725

MHz. End-users are encouraged to contact the national spectrum authorities in France and

Luxembourg in order to obtain the latest information about any restrictions in the 5 GHz frequency

band(s).

Česky

[Czech]

[Advantech] tímto prohlašuje, že tento [MARS-3100S] je ve shodě se základními požadavky a

dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1999/5/ES.

Dansk

[Danish]

Undertegnede [Advantech] erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr [MARS-3100S] overholder de

væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav i direktiv 1999/5/EF.

Deutsch

[German]

Hiermit erklärt [Advantech], dass sich das Gerät [MARS-3100S] in Übereinstimmung mit den

grundlegenden Anforderungen und den übrigen einschlägigen Bestimmungen der Richtlinie

1999/5/EG befindet.

Eesti

[Estonian]

Käesolevaga kinnitab [Advantech] seadme [MARS-3100S] vastavust direktiivi 1999/5/EÜ

põhinõuetele ja nimetatud direktiivist tulenevatele teistele asjakohastele sätetele.

English Hereby, [Advantech], declares that this [MARS-3100S] is in compliance with the essential

requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC.

Español

[Spanish]

Por medio de la presente [Advantech] declara que el [MARS-3100S] cumple con los requisitos

esenciales y cualesquiera otras disposiciones aplicables o exigibles de la Directiva 1999/5/CE.

Ελληνική

[Greek]

ΜΕ ΤΗΝ ΠΑΡΟΥΣΑ [Advantech] ∆ΗΛΩΝΕΙ ΟΤΙ [MARS-3100S] ΣΥΜΜΟΡΦΩΝΕΤΑΙ ΠΡΟΣ ΤΙΣ

ΟΥΣΙΩ∆ΕΙΣ ΑΠΑΙΤΗΣΕΙΣ ΚΑΙ ΤΙΣ ΛΟΙΠΕΣ ΣΧΕΤΙΚΕΣ ∆ΙΑΤΑΞΕΙΣ ΤΗΣ Ο∆ΗΓΙΑΣ 1999/5/ΕΚ.

Français

[French]

Par la présente [Advantech] déclare que l'appareil [MARS-3100S] est conforme aux exigences

essentielles et aux autres dispositions pertinentes de la directive 1999/5/CE.

Italiano

[Italian]

Con la presente [Advantech] dichiara che questo [MARS-3100S] è conforme ai requisiti

essenziali ed alle altre disposizioni pertinenti stabilite dalla direttiva 1999/5/CE.

Latviski Ar šo [Advantech] deklarē, ka [MARS-3100S] atbilst Direktīvas 1999/5/EK būtiskajām prasībām

[Latvian] un citiem ar to saistītajiem noteikumiem.

Lietuvių

[Lithuanian]

Šiuo [Advantech] deklaruoja, kad šis [MARS-3100S] atitinka esminius reikalavimus ir kitas

1999/5/EB Direktyvos nuostatas.

Nederlands

[Dutch]

Hierbij verklaart [Advantech] dat het toestel [MARS-3100S] in overeenstemming is met de

essentiële eisen en de andere relevante bepalingen van richtlijn 1999/5/EG.

Malti

[Maltese]

Hawnhekk, [Advantech], jiddikjara li dan [MARS-3100S] jikkonforma mal-ħtiġijiet essenzjali u

ma provvedimenti oħrajn relevanti li hemm fid-Dirrettiva 1999/5/EC.

Magyar

[Hungarian]

Alulírott, [Advantech] nyilatkozom, hogy a [MARS-3100S] megfelel a vonatkozó alapvetõ

követelményeknek és az 1999/5/EC irányelv egyéb elõírásainak.

Polski

[Polish]

Niniejszym [Advantech] oświadcza, że [MARS-3100S] jest zgodny z zasadniczymi wymogami

oraz pozostałymi stosownymi postanowieniami Dyrektywy 1999/5/EC.

Português

[Portuguese]

[Advantech] declara que este [MARS-3100S] está conforme com os requisitos essenciais e

outras disposições da Directiva 1999/5/CE.

Slovensko

[Slovenian]

[Advantech] izjavlja, da je ta [tip opreme] v skladu z bistvenimi zahtevami in ostalimi

relevantnimi določili direktive 1999/5/ES.

Slovensky

[Slovak]

[Advantech] týmto vyhlasuje, že [tip opreme] spĺňa základné požiadavky a všetky príslušné

ustanovenia Smernice 1999/5/ES.

Suomi

[Finnish]

[Advantech] vakuuttaa täten että [tip opreme] tyyppinen laite on direktiivin 1999/5/EY oleellisten

vaatimusten ja sitä koskevien direktiivin muiden ehtojen mukainen.

Svenska

[Swedish]

Härmed intygar [Advantech] att denna [tip opreme] står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga

egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG.

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Technical Support and Assistance

1. Visit the Advantech web site at www.advantech.com/support where you can

find the latest information about the product.

2. Contact your distributor, sales representative, or Advantech's customer service

center for technical support if you need additional assistance. Please have the

following information ready before you call:

–Product name and serial number

–Description of your peripheral attachments

–Description of your software (operating system, version, application software,

etc.)

–A complete description of the problem

–The exact wording of any error messages

Warnings, Cautions and Notes

Document Feedback

To assist us in making improvements to this manual, we would welcome comments

and constructive criticism.

Please send all such - in writing to: support@advantech.com

Warning! Warnings indicate conditions, which if not observed, can cause personal

injury!

Caution! Cautions are included to help you avoid damaging hardware or losing

data. e.g.

There is a danger of a new battery exploding if it is incorrectly installed.

Do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the battery. Replace the

battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the man-

ufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's

instructions.

Note! Notes provide optional additional information.

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Safety Instructions

1. Read these safety instructions carefully.

2. Keep this User Manual for later reference.

3. Disconnect this equipment from any AC outlet before cleaning. Use a damp

cloth. Do not use liquid or spray detergents for cleaning.

4. For plug-in equipment, the power outlet socket must be located near the equip-

ment and must be easily accessible.

5. Keep this equipment away from humidity.

6. Put this equipment on a reliable surface during installation. Dropping it or letting

it fall may cause damage.

7. The openings on the enclosure are for air convection. Protect the equipment

from overheating. DO NOT COVER THE OPENINGS.

8. Make sure the voltage of the power source is correct before connecting the

equipment to the power outlet.

9. Position the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not place anything

over the power cord.

10. All cautions and warnings on the equipment should be noted.

11. If the equipment is not used for a long time, disconnect it from the power source

to avoid damage by transient over-voltage.

12. Never pour any liquid into an opening. This may cause fire or electrical shock.

13. Never open the equipment. For safety reasons, the equipment should be

opened only by qualified service personnel.

14. If one of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by service

personnel:

15. The power cord or plug is damaged.

16. Liquid has penetrated into the equipment.

17. The equipment has been exposed to moisture.

18. The equipment does not work well, or you cannot get it to work according to the

user's manual.

19. The equipment has been dropped and damaged.

20. The equipment has obvious signs of breakage.

21. DO NOT LEAVE THIS EQUIPMENT IN AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE THE

STORAGE TEMPERATURE MAY GO BELOW -10° C (-4° F) OR ABOVE 55° C

(140° F). THIS COULD DAMAGE THE EQUIPMENT. THE EQUIPMENT

SHOULD BE IN A CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT.

22. CAUTION: DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS INCORRECTLY

REPLACED. REPLACE ONLY WITH THE SAME OR EQUIVALENT TYPE

RECOMMENDED BY THE MANUFACTURER, DISCARD USED BATTERIES

ACCORDING TO THE MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS.

23. The sound pressure level at the operator's position according to IEC 704-1:1982

is no more than 70 dB (A).

DISCLAIMER: This set of instructions is given according to IEC 704-1. Advantech

disclaims all responsibility for the accuracy of any statements contained herein.

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Wichtige Sicherheishinweise

1. Bitte lesen sie Sich diese Hinweise sorgfältig durch.

2. Heben Sie diese Anleitung für den späteren Gebrauch auf.

3. Vor jedem Reinigen ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen. Verwenden Sie

Keine Flüssig-oder Aerosolreiniger. Am besten dient ein angefeuchtetes Tuch

zur Reinigung.

4. Die NetzanschluBsteckdose soll nahe dem Gerät angebracht und leicht

zugänglich sein.

5. Das Gerät ist vor Feuchtigkeit zu schützen.

6. Bei der Aufstellung des Gerätes ist auf sicheren Stand zu achten. Ein Kippen

oder Fallen könnte Verletzungen hervorrufen.

7. Die Belüftungsöffnungen dienen zur Luftzirkulation die das Gerät vor überhit-

zung schützt. Sorgen Sie dafür, daB diese Öffnungen nicht abgedeckt werden.

8. Beachten Sie beim. AnschluB an das Stromnetz die AnschluBwerte.

9. Verlegen Sie die NetzanschluBleitung so, daB niemand darüber fallen kann. Es

sollte auch nichts auf der Leitung abgestellt werden.

10. Alle Hinweise und Warnungen die sich am Geräten befinden sind zu beachten.

11. Wird das Gerät über einen längeren Zeitraum nicht benutzt, sollten Sie es vom

Stromnetz trennen. Somit wird im Falle einer Überspannung eine Beschädigung

vermieden.

12. Durch die Lüftungsöffnungen dürfen niemals Gegenstände oder Flüssigkeiten in

das Gerät gelangen. Dies könnte einen Brand bzw. elektrischen Schlag aus-

lösen.

13. Öffnen Sie niemals das Gerät. Das Gerät darf aus Gründen der elektrischen

Sicherheit nur von authorisiertem Servicepersonal geöffnet werden.

14. Wenn folgende Situationen auftreten ist das Gerät vom Stromnetz zu trennen

und von einer qualifizierten Servicestelle zu überprüfen:

15. Netzkabel oder Netzstecker sind beschädigt.

16. Flüssigkeit ist in das Gerät eingedrungen.

17. Das Gerät war Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt.

18. Wenn das Gerät nicht der Bedienungsanleitung entsprechend funktioniert oder

Sie mit Hilfe dieser Anleitung keine Verbesserung erzielen.

19. Das Gerät ist gefallen und/oder das Gehäuse ist beschädigt.

20. Wenn das Gerät deutliche Anzeichen eines Defektes aufweist.

21. VOSICHT: Explisionsgefahr bei unsachgemaben Austausch der Batterie.Ersatz

nur durch densellben order einem vom Hersteller empfohlene-mahnlichen Typ.

Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien navh Angaben des Herstellers.

22. ACHTUNG: Es besteht die Explosionsgefahr, falls die Batterie auf nicht fach-

männische Weise gewechselt wird. Verfangen Sie die Batterie nur gleicher oder

entsprechender Type, wie vom Hersteller empfohlen. Entsorgen Sie Batterien

nach Anweisung des Herstellers.

23. Der arbeitsplatzbezogene Schalldruckpegel nach DIN 45 635 Teil 1000 beträgt

70dB(A) oder weiger.

Haftungsausschluss: Die Bedienungsanleitungen wurden entsprechend der IEC-

704-1 erstellt. Advantech lehnt jegliche Verantwortung für die Richtigkeit der in

diesem Zusammenhang getätigten Aussagen ab.

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Safety Precaution - Static Electricity

Follow these simple precautions to protect yourself from harm and the products from

damage.

!To avoid electrical shock, always disconnect the power from your PC chassis

before you work on it. Don't touch any components on the CPU card or other

cards while the PC is on.

!Disconnect power before making any configuration changes. The sudden rush

of power as you connect a jumper or install a card may damage sensitive elec-

tronic components.

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Contents

Chapter 1 Introduction..........................................1

1.1 Welcome ................................................................................................... 2

1.2 About this Manual ..................................................................................... 2

1.3 System Specifications ............................................................................... 3

Table 1.1: System Specifications ................................................ 3

1.4 Environmental Standards.......................................................................... 4

Table 1.2: Environmental Standards ........................................... 4

Chapter 2 Getting Started.....................................5

2.1 Check the Package ................................................................................... 6

Figure 2.1 Mars 3100R/S and Accessories .............................. 6

2.2 General Views of the Tablet PC................................................................ 7

2.2.1 Tablet front view............................................................................ 7

Figure 2.2 Front view................................................................ 7

2.2.2 Tablet back view ........................................................................... 7

Figure 2.3 Back view ................................................................ 7

2.2.3 Tablet front edge view................................................................... 8

Figure 2.4 Front edge view ....................................................... 8

2.2.4 Tablet back edge view .................................................................. 8

Figure 2.5 Rear edge view........................................................ 8

2.2.5 Tablet right edge view................................................................... 8

Figure 2.6 Right edge view....................................................... 8

2.2.6 Tablet left edge view ..................................................................... 8

Figure 2.7 Left edge view ......................................................... 8

2.3 LED Signals .............................................................................................. 9

Figure 2.8 Status LEDs............................................................. 9

2.3.1 Power ON/OFF LED ..................................................................... 9

2.3.2 Battery status LED: ....................................................................... 9

2.3.3 HDD status LED:......................................................................... 10

2.3.4 Wireless LAN ON/OFF LED:....................................................... 10

2.4 Buttons .................................................................................................... 11

Figure 2.9 Buttons on the front bezel...................................... 11

2.4.1 Key button................................................................................... 11

2.4.2 Display rotation button ................................................................ 11

2.4.3 5-way navigation button .............................................................. 11

2.4.4 Hotkey buttons ............................................................................ 11

2.5 Powering the tablet PC ........................................................................... 12

2.5.1 Battery Power ............................................................................. 12

Figure 2.10 Inserting the battery pack ...................................... 12

Figure 2.11 Replacing the screws ............................................ 12

Figure 2.12 Inserting the DC jack ............................................. 13

2.5.2 AC Power.................................................................................... 14

2.6 Starting the tablet PC .............................................................................. 14

Figure 2.13 Auto touchscreen calibration ................................. 14

2.7 Manual Touchscreen Calibration ............................................................ 15

Figure 2.14 Accessing the Configuration Utility ........................ 15

Figure 2.15 Calibrating the touchscreen................................... 15

Figure 2.16 4 points calibration................................................. 15

Figure 2.17 Draw test ............................................................... 16

2.8 Using the Pen.......................................................................................... 17

Figure 2.18 Using the pen ........................................................ 17

2.9 Connecting Peripherals........................................................................... 18

2.9.1 USB ports.................................................................................... 18

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Figure 2.19 USB port................................................................ 18

2.9.2 COM ports .................................................................................. 18

Figure 2.20 COM port............................................................... 18

2.9.3 Audio jacks ................................................................................. 19

Figure 2.21 Audio Jacks (Red: input and Green: output) ......... 19

2.9.4 VGA port..................................................................................... 19

Figure 2.22 VGA port................................................................ 19

2.9.5 LAN port...................................................................................... 20

Figure 2.23 LAN port ................................................................ 20

2.10 Setting the Time and Date ...................................................................... 20

2.11 Power Management................................................................................ 20

2.11.1 Suspend...................................................................................... 20

2.11.2 Resuming.................................................................................... 21

Chapter 3 Advantech Central Manager ............ 23

3.1 Overview ................................................................................................. 24

Figure 3.1 Central manager icons .......................................... 24

Figure 3.2 Copyright page...................................................... 24

3.2 Display .................................................................................................... 25

3.2.1 Rotation ...................................................................................... 25

Figure 3.3 Display menu......................................................... 25

Figure 3.4 Vertical display mode ............................................ 25

Figure 3.5 Horizontal display mode........................................ 26

3.2.2 Rotation button ........................................................................... 26

3.2.3 Properties ................................................................................... 26

Figure 3.6 Display properties menu........................................ 26

3.2.4 Brightness adjustments (MARS-3100R only) ............................. 27

Figure 3.7 Brightness adjustment........................................... 27

3.3 Using Hotkey Buttons ............................................................................. 28

Figure 3.8 Three hotkey buttons............................................. 28

Figure 3.9 Hotkey menu ......................................................... 28

3.4 Power...................................................................................................... 29

Figure 3.10 Power menu .......................................................... 29

3.4.1 Power button settings ................................................................. 29

3.4.2 Advanced Power settings ........................................................... 31

Figure 3.11 Advanced power settings ...................................... 31

Figure 3.12 Six power schemes ............................................... 31

Figure 3.13 Power alarm options.............................................. 33

Figure 3.14 Low battery alarm options ..................................... 33

Figure 3.15 Run a program configuration dialog boxes............ 34

Figure 3.16 Critical battery alarm options................................. 34

Figure 3.17 Power meter.......................................................... 35

Figure 3.18 Detailed battery information .................................. 35

Figure 3.19 Advanced power-saving........................................ 36

Figure 3.20 Hibernate............................................................... 37

3.5 Image Version......................................................................................... 38

Figure 3.21 Image version........................................................ 38

3.6 Audio....................................................................................................... 39

Figure 3.22 Main audio menu................................................... 39

3.6.1 Sounds and Audio Devices Properties ....................................... 39

Figure 3.23 Audio menu ........................................................... 40

Figure 3.24 Volume and advanced buttons.............................. 40

Figure 3.25 Playback volume control ....................................... 40

Figure 3.26 Speaker properties................................................ 41

Figure 3.27 Performance properties......................................... 41

Figure 3.28 Sound recording menu.......................................... 42

Figure 3.29 Recording controls ................................................ 42

Figure 3.30 Advanced controls for microphone........................ 42

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Figure 3.31 MIDI music playback ............................................. 42

Figure 3.32 Volume menu ........................................................ 43

Figure 3.33 Speaker volume..................................................... 43

Figure 3.34 Sounds menu ........................................................ 44

Figure 3.35 Voice menu............................................................ 45

Figure 3.36 Hardware test for microphone level....................... 45

Figure 3.37 Hardware menu..................................................... 46

Figure 3.38 General menu........................................................ 46

Figure 3.39 Properties menu .................................................... 47

Figure 3.40 Driver menu........................................................... 47

Figure 3.41 Driver details.......................................................... 47

3.7 Touch ...................................................................................................... 48

Figure 3.42 Touch menu........................................................... 48

3.7.1 Touchscreen ............................................................................... 48

Figure 3.43 Touchscreen calibration ........................................ 48

Figure 3.44 Digitizer Calibration Step 1 .................................... 49

Figure 3.45 Digitizer Calibration Step 2 .................................... 49

Figure 3.46 Digitizer Calibration Step 3 .................................... 49

Figure 3.47 Digitizer Calibration Step 4 .................................... 49

Figure 3.48 Touchkit USB controller......................................... 50

Figure 3.49 Pen tablet properties menu ................................... 50

3.7.2 Mouse ......................................................................................... 51

Figure 3.50 Buttons menu ........................................................ 51

Figure 3.51 Pointers menu ....................................................... 52

Figure 3.52 Pointer options menu............................................. 52

Figure 3.53 Mouse hardware menu.......................................... 53

Figure 3.54 General USB properties ........................................ 53

Figure 3.55 USB driver properties ............................................ 54

Figure 3.56 USB power management ...................................... 54

3.8 LAN ......................................................................................................... 55

3.8.1 Properties.................................................................................... 55

Figure 3.57 Network connections ............................................. 55

3.9 Security ................................................................................................... 56

Figure 3.58 Security menu........................................................ 56

Figure 3.59 Security center....................................................... 56

Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting ..57

4.1 Care, Storage and Cleaning.................................................................... 58

4.1.1 Protect the computer from damage ............................................ 58

4.1.2 Maintain good connections ......................................................... 58

4.1.3 Prevent thermal stress ................................................................ 58

4.1.4 Storing the computer................................................................... 58

4.1.5 Caring for the touchscreen display ............................................. 58

4.1.6 Cleaning the computer................................................................ 59

4.2 Replacing Components........................................................................... 60

4.2.1 Battery......................................................................................... 60

Figure 4.1 Removing the battery pack.................................... 60

4.2.2 HDD (or CF card)........................................................................ 61

Figure 4.2 HD / CF Card Port ................................................. 61

Figure 4.3 Hard Disk Drive ..................................................... 61

Figure 4.4 CF card.................................................................. 61

Figure 4.5 Correct Removal of the HDD................................. 62

Figure 4.6 Incorrect removal of the HDD ................................ 62

Figure 4.7 Unplugging the cable connector............................ 62

Figure 4.8 Removing the CF card........................................... 63

4.3 Troubleshooting ...................................................................................... 64

4.3.1 Computer will not start ................................................................ 64

4.3.2 Computer does not resume operation after suspension ............. 64

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4.3.3 Computer will not enter into suspension mode........................... 64

4.3.4 Computer will not shut down....................................................... 64

4.3.5 Display remains off, or is not bright ............................................ 64

4.3.6 Computer touchscreen does not respond to the pen.................. 64

4.3.7 Headphones do not emit, or volume is too low........................... 64

4.3.8 Peripherals do not respond......................................................... 64

4.3.9 The amber battery status LED is always on ............................... 65

4.3.10 The amber battery status LED is blinking ................................... 65

4.3.11 The amber battery status LED is blinking quickly ....................... 65

4.4 OS System Maintenance and Re-Installation ......................................... 66

4.4.1 MARS-3100S.............................................................................. 66

4.4.2 MARS-3100R.............................................................................. 66

Figure 4.9 Welcome to Windows XP...................................... 66

Figure 4.10 XP setup icon ........................................................ 67

Figure 4.11 Install Windows XP................................................ 67

Appendix A GPRS Setting..................................... 69

A.1 Setting Up the Modem ............................................................................ 70

A.2 Setting Up an Internet Connection.......................................................... 74

A.3 Connect to the Internet by GPRS ........................................................... 78

INDEX

Chapter 1

1Introduction

This chapter gives basic data

about the specifications and use

of the MARS-3100R/S Tablet PC.

Sections include:

!Welcome

!About this Manual

!System Specifications

!Environmental Standards

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1.1 Welcome

Congratulations on selecting the MARS-3100R/S Rugged Tablet PC, supported by

Microsoft Windows® XP Embedded. This unique tablet PC offers a special combina-

tion of features that make it an ideal partner for a wide range of applications.

The main features of the MARS-3100R/S are:

!AMD® LX800, 500MHz, or Intel® Pentium Duo® Core Ultra Low Voltage U2500

1.2Ghz

!Graphical performance: AMD LX800 built-in, or Intel 945GME

!10.4” SVGA / XGA TFT monitor built-in

!2.5” shock mounted HDD or Industrial CF card for storage

!Internal mini-PCI and SmartBay (optional GSM/GPRS)

!5-way navigation key and 3 programmable function keys

!Multiple I/O ports: 2x USB2.0, (1x USB 2.0 for MARS-3100S), 1x COM, 1x LAN

and 1x VGA

!Full-featured Hi-resolution audio support with audio jacks and an integrated

speaker

1.2 About this Manual

The following chapters contained in this manual are:

!Chapter 1: Introduction - General information about the tablet PC.

!Chapter 2: Getting Started - Basic functions of the tablet PC.

!Chapter 3: The Central Manager - Using the system management software

included with the tablet PC.

!Chapter 4: Maintenance and Troubleshooting - How to maintain, calibrate

and replace components; a troubleshooting FAQ details how to diagnose and

correct typical problems.

!Appendix A: GPRS Setting - How to set up the GPRS software connection for

the MARS-3100R/S.

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1.3 System Specifications

The MARS-3100R/S meets the following specifications. Unless otherwise noted, all

the specifications listed below are subject to change without prior notification.

Table 1.1: System Specifications

Features MARS-3100S MARS-3100R

OS MS XP Embedded MS XP Professional

Dimension W × D × H 293 x 210 x 38mm

Weight 2.1 kg

Panel 10.4” SVGA TFT 10.4” XGA TFT

(Sunlight readable option)

Touchscreen Resistant touchscreen

Digitizer / Resistant touchscreen

CPU AMD LX800

500MHz

Intel Pentium Duo Core Ultra

Low Voltage U2500 1.2Ghz

DRAM 256/512MB DDR400 (One

memory module support)

1GB DDRII533 (One memory

module support)

L2 cache 128 K 1 MB

Chipset AMD CS5536 Intel 945GME

Graphic AMD LX800 with shared

memory

Intel 945GME with shared

memory

Storage 4G CF (2.5" shock mounted

HDD option)

2.5” shock mounted HDD (CF stor-

age option)

Keypad 5-way navigation key; 3x function key (programmable)

Communication and Navigation

Wireless 802.11 a/b/g

WAN SmartBay option GSM/GPRS/EDGE

PAN

Bluetooth V2.0/EDR (optional)

Bluetooth V2.0/EDR (default)

I/O

Microphone Jack Yes

Headset Jack Yes

RS232 Yes (COM 3)

USB USB2.0 x 1 USB2.0 x 2

RJ-45 10/100 Base-T

DC-in Yes

VGA D_sub connector Yes

Docking / Port Replicator Yes

Audio

AC97 Audio I/F AC97 Audio I/F HD Audio I/F

Speaker One integrated speaker

Power

Battery Removable 11.1V@3600mAh Li-ion battery pack; warm swap-

pable

Battery Life 3 hour battery life

Charging Time 2.5 hours to 90%

Backup Battery 7.2V, 120mAh

Adapter

Auto-switching 100-240V, 50 ~60 Hz; supplies 19VDC at 3.42A

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1.4 Environmental Standards

Table 1.2: Environmental Standards

Environmental Operational Parameters

Operation

Temperature

0° C to 50° C -10° C to 55° C*

* Battery mode:

0°C @ 50% Battery capacity.

* Adapter mode: Any

( MIL-STD 810F Methods 501.4 and 502.4 )

Storage Temperature -20° C to 60° C -40° C to 75° C

( MIL-STD 810F Methods 501.4 and 502.4 )

Thermal Shock 1.5° C < 5° C / minute over 0° C

to 50° C verified during

MILSTD810F testing

1.5°C < 5° C / minute over -10° C

to 55° C verified during

MILSTD810F testing

Operational Humidity 0% to 95% non-condensing MIL-STD810F Method 507.4

Storage Humidity 0% to 95% non-condensing MIL-STD810F Method 507.4

IP Rating IP-54

Drop 3 foot high free drop survival limit, (test surface: concrete, base unit

only). According to MIL-STD-810F, Method 516.5

Shock and Pressure

Mechanical Shock 20g, 11ms, Terminal sawtooth, operating.

40g, 11ms, Terminal sawtooth, non-operating

MIL-STD-810F method 516.5

Vibration - Operation

By CF: MIL-STD 810F Methods 514.5C-3

By HDD: MIL-STD 810F Methods 514.5C-1

- Non-operation

0.04g^2/Hz, 20Hz - 1000Hz, -6dB/octave 1000Hz - 2000Hz,

MIL- STD-810F method 514.5C-17

Low Pressure -15,000 ft.: in accordance with MIL-STD810F; Method 500.4, Proce-

dure I

Agency Approvals

EMC - EN55022 Class B

- EN55011 Class A

- FCC Part15 Class B

- DOC Class B

EMS - Contact: 4Kv/ Air: 8Kv, EN55024

Safety - UL / cUL, UL60950-1

- CB, IEC/EN60950-1

Chapter 2

2Getting Started

This chapter details basic

functions of the tablet PC and how

to use it for the first time.

Sections include:

!Check the Package

!General Views of the Tablet PC

!LED Indicator Signal Table

!Powering the tablet PC

!Starting the tablet PC

!Manual Touchscreen

Calibration

!Using the Pen

!Connecting Peripherals

!Setting the Time and Date

!Power Management

!Resetting System Defaults

!Disposing of Used Batteries

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2.1 Check the Package

Each new MARS-3100R/S comes equipped with a range of product accessories and

materials.

Figure 2.1 Mars 3100R/S and Accessories

A summary of the package contents:

!MARS-3100R/S

!Battery pack

!Adapter

!Pen (for MARS-3100S) or Digitizer Pen (for MARS-3100R)

!Windows XP Professional Recovery Media CD (for MARS-3100R)

!Quick start guide

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2.2 General Views of the Tablet PC

2.2.1 Tablet front view

Figure 2.2 Front view

2.2.2 Tablet back view

Figure 2.3 Back view

Front bezel buttons

Heatsink Cover

Pen & Holder

Battery Pack

HDD Cover

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2.2.3 Tablet front edge view

Figure 2.4 Front edge view

2.2.4 Tablet back edge view

Figure 2.5 Rear edge view

2.2.5 Tablet right edge view

Figure 2.6 Right edge view

2.2.6 Tablet left edge view

Figure 2.7 Left edge view

Speaker Docking Port

Power On/Off Switch WLAN On/Off Switch

USB Port

(for MARS-3100R only)

COM Port (COM3) SIM Slot

(for GSM/GPR/EDGE

models only)

Audio In

Audio Out

RJ45 Port USB Port

VGA Port

DC Power Jack

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2.3 LED Signals

The MARS-3100R/S is equipped with a set of Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs) located

along the top edge of the front bezel.

Figure 2.8 Status LEDs

2.3.1 Power ON/OFF LED

!Dark: System is turned OFF

!Static Green: System is turned ON.

!Blinking Green: System is in standby mode.

2.3.2 Battery status LED:

!Dark:

–Battery is fully charged (if the system is powered by adapter).

–Battery capacity is sufficient and above the “Low Battery Alarm” (if the system

is powered by battery).

(Default for the “Low Battery Alarm” is less than 10% of normal capacity.)

!Static Amber:

–Battery is under-charging (if the system is powered by adapter).

!Blinking Amber:

–Battery is under 10% of normal capacity.

!Quick Blinking Amber:

–Battery error. Replace the battery.

Power On/Off LED

HDD Status LED

Battery Status LED WLAN On/Off LED

Note! See section 2.11.1 for more information about using Suspend Function.

Note! The Battery status LED will go off and become dark when the battery is

fully charged (100%).

Note! 10% of total available battery power is the default value for triggering the

low battery alarm. Users can change this value; refer to Chapter 3.4.2.2.

Note! 1. Battery errors indicate the temperature of the battery is out of

acceptable range. Place the MARS-3100 in a normal environment.

2. The battery may defective. Contact technical support office.

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2.3.3 HDD status LED:

!Dark: HDD is idle.

!Blinking: HDD is active.

2.3.4 Wireless LAN ON/OFF LED:

!Dark: Wireless LAN is disabled

!Static Green: Wireless LAN is enabled

Note! Prevent any shocks or vibrations whenever the HDD status LED is blink-

ing. Violent shocks may cause damage to the HDD, and data loss.

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2.4 Buttons

Figure 2.9 Buttons on the front bezel

2.4.1 Key button

The Key button functions as equivalent to the “Ctrl + Alt + Del” key combination under

the MARS-3100S/R default OS environment, Windows XP Embedded or Windows

XP Professional.

2.4.2 Display rotation button

The rotation button is the hotkey for rotating the display on the screen.

2.4.3 5-way navigation button

The 5-way navigation button function as directional arrow keys: “Up,” “Down,”

“Right,” and “Left.” The navigation button is useful for navigating controls in various

applications. Pressing the center part of the button is equivalent to hitting the “Enter”

key.

2.4.4 Hotkey buttons

The F1 to F3 buttons are programmable hotkeys.

Key button

Display rotation button

5-way navigation button

Hotkey buttons

F 1

F 2

F 3

Note! See Chapter 3.2.2, 3.3 for more information about setting up hotkeys

and using buttons.

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2.5 Powering the tablet PC

2.5.1 Battery Power

The MARS-3100R/S tablet PC is supplied with a powerful rechargeable battery. To

install and maintain the battery, or if it needs to be replaced, follow the instructions in

this section.

2.5.1.1 Installing a Battery

The battery is designed specifically for installation with the MARS-3100R/S tablet PC. It

fits exactly into the back of the PC and delivers precisely the exact voltage required to

power the unit. Under normal conditions, a fully charged battery will power the PC for up

3 hours

. Normally, it requires

2.5 hours

to fully charge a new battery.

!To install or replace the battery:

1. Turn off the MARS-3100R/S

2. Disconnect any peripheral devices from the MARS-3100R/S.

3. Unfasten the two large flathead screws and remove the battery.

4. Insert the new battery pack.

Figure 2.10 Inserting the battery pack

5. Fasten the two flathead battery cover screws.

Figure 2.11 Replacing the screws

Caution! Do not attempt to replace the battery with any others than the models

recommended and manufactured specifically for this tablet PC.

Note! Before using MARS-3100 Tablet PC, please connect the adapter into

MARS-3100R/S to charge the battery and backup battery at least

24Hrs.

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2.5.1.2 Charging the battery using a power adapter

1. Connect the AC cord to a power source.

2. Plug the AC power cord into the receptacle on the DC power adapter.

3. Insert the DC jack into the receptacle on the left side of the tablet PC.

Figure 2.12 Inserting the DC jack

4. After inserting the DC jack, the LED indicator will light (RED) indicating that bat-

tery charging is functional and normal.

2.5.1.3 Swapping the battery pack

If the battery is exhausted, it can be hot-swapped for a fully charged battery without

interrupting current work.

1. Get another fully charged battery on hand.

2. Save all current files and data.

3. Put the MARS-3100 into Standby Mode. (See 2.11.1)

4. Release the two large flathead screws and remove the battery.

5. Replace the battery and refasten the two large flathead screws.

6. Resume operation of the system. (See 2.11.2)

2.5.1.4 Disposing of Used Batteries

The battery supplied with the MARS-3100RS is a rechargeable, Lithium Ion dry cell.

Dispose of used batteries in accordance with local government regulations. Under

Federal, state, or local law, it may be illegal to put batteries in the trash. Contact your

system administrator or the municipal solid waste disposal department for info. The

battery should be delivered to a reputable recycler or governmental agency, which

are adequately equipped to recycle the chemicals inside the battery. If the battery

wears out, order a new one.

Note!

1. After removing the battery, the system will still be powered by an inter-

nal backup battery. It can maintain system power for only

3 minutes

2. Before using the hot-swapped battery function, plug the adapter into

MARS-3100R/S to charge the internal backup battery at least 24 hrs.

Caution! If more than 3 minutes duration elapses between Step 4 and Step 5,

removing and replacing the battery, any unsaved data will be lost.

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2.5.2 AC Power

The MARS-3100R/S can be powered exclusively with the supplied AC 19V adapter.

It is not recommended to use any other adapter than the one supplied with the tablet

PC.

2.6 Starting the tablet PC

1. Press the power button once to turn on the tablet PC.

2. After powering up for the first time, the system prompts the user to engage the

touchscreen calibration.

3. Follow the onscreen instructions to calibrate the touchscreen.

Figure 2.13 Auto touchscreen calibration

Note! The user may need to press the power button longer than 1 second for

battery only mode.

Caution! 1. Don't press the button longer than 4 seconds; it will cause the

MARS-3100R/S to shutdown immediately and crash data on the

HDD.

2. The Power LED will illuminate (Green) if the system is powered.

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2.7 Manual Touchscreen Calibration

1. To initiate touchscreen calibration manually, navigate via the start command and

click on the icon, Configuration Utility.

Figure 2.14 Accessing the Configuration Utility

2. In the Tools dialog, click on 4 Points Calibration to align the touchscreen.

Figure 2.15 Calibrating the touchscreen

3. Follow the onscreen instructions to calibrate the touchscreen.

Figure 2.16 4 points calibration

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4. Return to the Tools dialog; select Linearization for 9 points linearization, and fol-

low the onscreen instructions; then, return to the Tools dialog again and try the

Draw Test.

Figure 2.17 Draw test

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2.8 Using the Pen

The touchscreen pen is a tool supplied with the MARS-3100R/S. It is used exclu-

sively as a control device for the touchscreen. It resembles a regular ballpoint pen.

Instead of a regular onscreen cursor, the pen contacts the surface of the screen.

Onscreen objects may be activated or moved with the pen. Whenever using the pen,

do not press too hard on the touchscreen. Only moderate pressure is required to acti-

vate touchscreen sensors. The pen is configured to function much like an ordinary

PC mouse.

!Touch, hold and drag: To move an object from one part of the screen to

another, or to copy an object from the desktop to another memory device, place

the tip of the pen onto the object and hold it while dragging the object across the

screen to the desired location.

!Double-click: Tap the pen twice on an onscreen object to activate a program, or

to open a selected folder.

Figure 2.18 Using the pen

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2.9 Connecting Peripherals

The MARS-3100R/S supports several peripheral connections.

2.9.1 USB ports

Figure 2.19 USB port

2.9.2 COM ports

The COM port of MARS-3100R/S is “COM3.”

Figure 2.20 COM port

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2.9.3 Audio jacks

Figure 2.21 Audio Jacks (Red: input and Green: output)

2.9.4 VGA port

Figure 2.22 VGA port

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2.9.5 LAN port

Figure 2.23 LAN port

2.10 Setting the Time and Date

Whenever the system timer is not matched with your location or time zone, please

reset the time and date by following step:

1. Click START > Control Panel, or START > Settings > Control panel

2. Double click the Date and Time Properties.

3. Select the correct day, month and year.

4. Click OK to save and exit.

2.11 Power Management

2.11.1 Suspend

To save battery power, or when swapping battery packs, put the MARS-3100R/S into

Suspend Mode. There are two suspend modes: Suspend-to-RAM (Standby mode)

and Suspend to HDD (Hibernation mode).

1. Suspend-to-RAM (Standby mode)

Suspend-to-RAM occurs when a system enters a low-power state. Information on

system configuration, open applications and active files are stored in the main mem-

ory. Most other system components are shut-off.

In this mode, although power consumption is very low, the battery may drain and

cause data loss. If the MARS-3100R/S is stored for durations longer than a few hours

or overnight, it is best simply to turn off the computer instead of using Suspend-to-

RAM mode.

Note!

The Power LED blinks green. (See chapter 2.3.1)

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2. Suspend-to-Disk (Hibernation mode)

Instead of saving data temporarily to RAM, Suspend-to-Disk mode saves data on the

hard disk. Also, power consumption is the same as the system is turn off. In this

mode, all data will store in hard disk, so there is no risk to loss data if the battery is

exhausted.

2.11.2 Resuming

When the system is in suspend mode, press the power button once, and the system

will resume to normal operation again.

Note! !The Power LED will shut off.

!Suspend to Disk mode will take much time to finish the data saving

than Suspend to RAM. System will auto shutdown after all data is

saved.

Note!

It may be necessary to log-on again after the system has resumed.

Chapter 3

3Advantech Central

Manager

This chapter explains how to use

the Advantech Central Manager

program application.

Sections include:

!Overview

!Display

!Hotkeys

!Power

!Image Version

!Audio

!Touch

!LAN

!Security

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3.1 Overview

The Advantech Central Manager utility is configures settings, operate devices and

adjust the MARS-3100R/S. The Central Manager provides user-friendly functions.

!Display settings

!Screen resolutions

!Hotkey assignments

!Power management

!Audio & touchscreen controls

!LANs

!Network security

The Central Manager utility is available from the taskbar in the bottom right corner

of the Windows desktop. Double click the white and blue A icon. Access is also

available from the Control Panel. (See figure 3.1)

Figure 3.1 Central manager icons

The Advantech Central Manager displays a menu with several tabs, including the

software Copyright page.

Figure 3.2 Copyright page

System tray: double click

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3.2 Display

3.2.1 Rotation

Users may change the orientation of the desktop display on MARS-3100R/S. In the

Display menu, the Rotation control toggles horizontal (“landscape”) or vertical (“por-

trait”) display modes. The orientation of the display switches relative to the horizontal

and vertical axis of the tablet PC.

Figure 3.3 Display menu

Click Left Rotation to switch the display to the vertical axis (portrait

display mode). If the left rotation button is clicked again, the orientation rotates again

in a counter-clockwise direction: vertical to horizontal to vertical to horizontal.

Figure 3.4 Vertical display mode

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Click Right Rotation to switch the display to the horizontal axis (land-

scape display mode). If the right rotation button is clicked again, the orientation

rotates again in a clockwise direction: vertical to horizontal to vertical to horizontal.

Figure 3.5 Horizontal display mode

3.2.2 Rotation button

Users may quickly change the orientation of the display by click-

ing the R key, located on the upper right side of the bezel, second

from the top.

3.2.3 Properties

Click Properties to open the Windows Display Properties

menu.

Figure 3.6 Display properties menu

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3.2.4 Brightness adjustments (MARS-3100R only)

MARS-3100R has a brightness

adjustment control feature. To

adjust the intensity of the display,

use the pen to click right for

brighter, or click left for darker.

Figure 3.7 Brightness adjustment

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3.3 Using Hotkey Buttons

The MARS-3100R/S features a handy hotkey command control sys-

tem. Three F hotkey buttons are available on the front bezel. These

keys may be set to open software applications instantly.

Figure 3.8 Three hotkey buttons

Select the Hotkey menu to configure hotkey-activated software applications.

Figure 3.9 Hotkey menu

Click to open a browser window. Search for, and select the required exe-

cutable file, for example: “osk.exe.” Then click OK.

Then press to accept the change and load the hotkey assignments

and software.

Note! !The acceptable file format is .exe.

!The default setting of F1 hotkey is OSK (On Screen Keyboard).

Users can reconfigure the F1 hotkey to other functions.

!Pressing restores the previous settings for the F1,

F2 and F3 hotkeys.

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3.4 Power

The Power menu sets up a variety of convenient power schemes, including precise

configuration of the power button and low battery alarms.

Figure 3.10 Power menu

3.4.1 Power button settings

The main power button, located on the top right side of the MARS-3100R/S, may be

set to carry out four commands.

The Power Button command on the Power menu supports four options.

!Do nothing

!Ask me what to do

!Standby

!Shut down (the default setting)

3.4.1.1 Shut down

When Shut down is selected, pressing the main power button once results in an

automatic system shut down. All applications are closed automatically and the unit

powers off.

3.4.1.2 Do nothing

When Do nothing is selected, pressing the power button once has no effect on the

operation of the computer.

In order to power off, return to the Power menu and reset the Power Button field to

Shut down. Then, the MARS-3100R/S powers down using the power button.

Even if Do nothing is selected, it is always possible to shut down the computer by

clicking Shut Down from the Windows Start menu.

Note! If Shut down is selected, all unsaved data will be lost when the system

powers off.

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3.4.1.3 Ask me what to do

When Ask me what to do is selected, the computer presents a Shut Down Win-

dows menu and four command choices. Selecting the desired option and the com-

mand is carried out after <Enter> is pressed.

!Log-off Administrator

!Shut down

!Restart

!Stand by

3.4.1.4 Standby

When Standby is selected, pressing the power button places the computer into

temporary hibernation and power-saving mode. In Standby, the screen goes blank,

but all applications and current data are preserved in a steady-state. Pressing the

power button again reactivates all systems, and restores the display and applica-

tions to the same state as they were before Standby was selected. By default, the

user will be asked to re-enter log-on data to protect the security and integrity of the

system.

Pressing the Key button or the Ctl-Alt-Del key combo presents

the Sign-on menu and the user must key-in log-on data.

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3.4.2 Advanced Power settings

The MARS-3100R/S supports a variety of precise power settings.

!Power Schemes

!Alarms

!Power Meter

!Advanced

!Hibernate

Click Advanced on the main Power menu to open the Power Options Properties

menu of the Central Manager.

Figure 3.11 Advanced power settings

3.4.2.1 Power schemes

The first tab in Power Options Properties menu displays the Power schemes

menu, which offers a selection of power options that are intended to conserve elec-

tricity or battery life whenever the computer is idle, but not completely shut-down.

Six Power scheme options are available; it is possible to modify and save the default

settings of each scheme from these menus.

Figure 3.12 Six power schemes