DRS Tactical Systems 980026010 ARMOR X10 TABLET User Manual User Guide 2
DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. ARMOR X10 TABLET User Guide 2
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User Guide 2
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MODEL X10 TABLET COMPUTER
USER’S GUIDE
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PORT REPLICATOR
VEHICLE DOCK
VEHICLE DOCK
WITH KEYBOARD
PLATFORM
BATTERY
CHARGER
DESK DOCK
BREAKOUT BOX
VEHICLE POWER
SUPPLY COMPACT
KEYBOARD
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INSPECTION, MANUFACTURING, PROCUREMENT AND QUOTES.
NOTICE:
• For body-worn operation, this computer has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure
guidelines when used with ARMOR supplied accessories, or accessories designed specifically
for this product. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure
guidelines.
• To comply with RF exposure requirements, DRS recommends that you keep a distance of at
least 6 inches between the antenna and nearby persons. Please contact DRS Technical
Support for certification information
• This X10 tablet computer has been tested for compliance with ATEX directive 94/9/EC for
INTRINSIC SAFETY II 1 G.
• This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003, Issue 4 June 7, 2004 and
RSS-210, Issue No 7 (June 2007) and No 5 (Nov 2001).
• Cet appariel numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003, No. 4, June 7, 2004;
et CNR-210, No 7 (June 2007) et No 5 (Nov 2001).
• [In Canada], this product is restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15 to 5.25-GHz
frequency range. Industry Canada requires this product to be used indoors to reduce the
potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile satellite systems.
• To prevent radio interference to the licensed service [in Canada], this device is intended to be
operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its
transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.
• Pour empêcher que cet appareil cause du brouillage au service faisant l'objet d'une licence, il
doit être utilisé a l'intérieur et devrait être placé loin des fenêtres afinde fournir un écran de
blindage maximal. Si le matériel (ou son antenne d'émission) est installé à l'extérieur, il doit
faire l'objet d'une licence.
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WARNING SUMMARY
The ARMOR X10 complies with all applicable industrial health and safety requirements;
however there are certain safety considerations such as battery safety that you need to be
aware of. Please read and comply with all warnings and cautions in this guide and in all other
X10 documentation.
A “ Warning!” notice indicates a condition or action that could possibly result in injury or
death to the user. A “ Caution!” notice indicates a condition or action that could result in
loss of data or damage to equipment.
WARNING!
Do not drop or mishandle the batteries, immerse them in water, or
subject them to high heat. Doing so could increase the risk of
explosion or leakage, and possibly cause injury.
WARNING!
The lithium-ion batteries used in this equipment contain material
that is hazardous to your health. If battery contents come in contact
with the eyes, IMMEDIATELY flush the affected area with clean
water for 15 minutes and have someone else summon medical
attention for you. Unaffected persons should assist the affected
individual in the vital first flushing of the eyes.
WARNING!
If battery material comes in contact with the skin, flush the affected
area with clean water and seek immediate medical treatment.
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WARNING!
Place all shipping bags and packing materials safely out of the
reach of small children, especially infants and toddlers. These
items may pose a choking or suffocation hazard.
WARNING!
The heat sink on the back of the X10 is protected with a plastic
shield. Do not attempt to defeat its purpose as this could result in
burns to the arm or hands.
CAUTION!
Use this product only in vehicles with a voltage supply of +11 to +
16 VDC ± 2%. Voltages outside this range could cause unstable
operation or result in permanent damage to the computer.
CAUTION!
DO NOT connect the DC power supply from a Rapid Battery
Charger into the computer or docking mechanism. This power
supply is 24 VDC and will cause permanent damage to the
computer.
WARNING!
Changes or modifications not performed by, or expressly authorized
by, DRS Tactical Systems, Inc could be hazardous to your health,
could cause damage to the equipment and could void your
warranty, or could result in all of the above.
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CAUTION!
DO NOT connect the computer to more than one power source at a
time such as with the AC adapter connected to the computer and
vehicle power connected to the docking station. Permanent
damage to the X10 batteries or to the computer itself may result.
CAUTION!
Use this computer only with DRS battery P/N0300-15663-0001.
CAUTION!
Changing or recharging the battery must only be carried out in a
non-hazardous area using the supplied AC adapter. The definition
of hazardous areas can be found in Standard EN 60079-10.
CAUTION!
DO NOT use this unit in classified areas unsuitable for its safety
ratings. NE PAS UTILISER CETTE UNITÉ EN ZONES AINSI
CLASSÉES IMPROPRES À SA COTE DE SÉCURITÉ
CAUTION!
When using IEEE 802.11a wireless LAN [in Canada], this product is
restricted to indoor use due to its operation in the 5.15- to 5.25-
GHz frequency range. Industry Canada requires this product to be
used indoors for the frequency range of 5.15 GHz to 5.25 GHz to
reduce the potential for harmful interference to co-channel mobile
satellite systems. High power radar is allocated as the primary
user of the 5.25- to 5.35-GHz and 5.65 to 5.85-GHz bands. These
radar stations can cause interference with and/or damage to this
device.
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Contents
WARNING SUMMARY .............................................................................................................. 5
1. Welcome and Introduction ................................................................................................... 19
Your ARMOR X10 Purchase ................................................................................................... 20
ARMOR X10 Documentation ................................................................................................... 21
About This Guide ..................................................................................................................... 21
Viewing, Navigating, and Printing this Guide ........................................................................... 21
Terminology Used in this Guide ............................................................................................... 21
Please Help Us Maintain Top Quality Documentation ............................................................. 22
2. Getting to Know your ARMOR X10 ..................................................................................... 23
Key Features ........................................................................................................................... 23
Computer ............................................................................................................................ 23
Display ................................................................................................................................ 23
Batteries .............................................................................................................................. 23
PC Control Panel ..................................................................................................................... 28
Power On/Off Button ........................................................................................................... 28
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Button ................................................................ 28
Power Indicator ................................................................................................................... 29
Charging Status Indicator .................................................................................................... 29
Battery Gauge Indicators .................................................................................................... 29
Brightness Control ............................................................................................................... 29
Disk Activity Indicator .......................................................................................................... 29
Removable Components and Accessories .............................................................................. 30
Battery Pack ........................................................................................................................ 30
Hard Drive ........................................................................................................................... 30
AC Adapter .......................................................................................................................... 31
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Optional Accessories for Your X10 .......................................................................................... 32
PCMCIA Cards .................................................................................................................... 32
Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card ............................................................................... 32
Compact Keyboard ............................................................................................................. 32
Two-Bay External Battery Charger ..................................................................................... 33
Vehicle DC/DC Power Supply ............................................................................................. 34
Docking Stations and Port Replicators ................................................................................ 35
3. Getting Started ...................................................................................................................... 39
Installing the Battery Packs ..................................................................................................... 40
Power On/Off and Emergency Shutdown ................................................................................ 43
Turning the Tablet On and Off ............................................................................................ 43
Emergency Shutdown ......................................................................................................... 43
Touch Screen Operations ........................................................................................................ 43
Using the Stylus .................................................................................................................. 43
Configuring Your Touch Tablet for Screen Rotation ........................................................... 45
Pen Operations ........................................................................................................................ 46
Pen Adjustments ................................................................................................................. 47
Rotating the Screen ................................................................................................................. 47
Using the Intel Graphics Icon .............................................................................................. 48
Using the Intel Graphics Panel ............................................................................................ 48
Using a Keyboard “Hot Key” Combination .......................................................................... 49
Operating with a Second Display ............................................................................................. 49
Working with the Extended Desktop ................................................................................... 51
Using the Stylus or Pen with the Extended Desktop ........................................................... 52
Tips for Proper Use and Care Of Your Computer .................................................................... 52
4. Your ARMOR X10 Software .................................................................................................. 53
Windows XP Tablet Tutorials ................................................................................................... 53
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Help with Microsoft Windows XP ........................................................................................ 54
Armor Utilities Program ............................................................................................................ 55
About Tab ............................................................................................................................ 55
Batteries Tab ....................................................................................................................... 56
Health Tab ........................................................................................................................... 57
Backlight Tab ...................................................................................................................... 58
Serial/OEM Tab ....................................................................................................................... 59
OEM Button Tab ................................................................................................................. 60
Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel Utility ............................................................................... 61
Screen Selection Tab .......................................................................................................... 61
Calibration Tab .................................................................................................................... 62
Click Settings Tab ............................................................................................................... 63
Touch Settings Tab ............................................................................................................. 64
Tablet and Pen Settings Utility ................................................................................................. 65
Settings Tab ........................................................................................................................ 65
Display Tab ......................................................................................................................... 66
Pen Options Tab ................................................................................................................. 67
Intel PROSet Wireless Utility ................................................................................................... 68
IVT BlueSoleil Utility ................................................................................................................ 69
Realtek Audio Manager ........................................................................................................... 70
Special Software Applications ................................................................................................. 70
Quick Reference List ............................................................................................................... 71
5. Working with Your ARMOR X10 Tablet ............................................................................... 73
Entering Data Using the Input Panel ....................................................................................... 73
Writing Pad .......................................................................................................................... 73
Character Pad ..................................................................................................................... 73
On-screen Keyboard ........................................................................................................... 74
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Customizing the Input Panel ............................................................................................... 74
Writing Documents Using Microsoft Windows Journal ............................................................ 74
Entering Data Using Speech Recognition ............................................................................... 75
6. Networking ............................................................................................................................ 77
Managing Your Bluetooth Connections ................................................................................... 77
Managing Your Wireless LAN Connections ............................................................................. 78
Turning Off the Wireless Card ............................................................................................. 79
Wireless Signal Quality ....................................................................................................... 79
Accessing a Network using an Ethernet Cable ........................................................................ 79
7. Optional Wireless Capabilities ............................................................................................ 81
Flexspace ................................................................................................................................ 81
Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) Capability .......................................................................... 81
Ease of Integration .............................................................................................................. 81
NMEA Standard Support ..................................................................................................... 81
GPS Specifications ............................................................................................................. 82
8. Backup and Restore Procedures for Spinning Media Hard Drives .................................. 85
Backup with QuickBack™ ........................................................................................................ 85
Disk Partitions ..................................................................................................................... 85
How to Access QuickBack™ for Initial Set-Up and Help Features ..................................... 86
Archive Backup ................................................................................................................... 86
User Backups ...................................................................................................................... 87
System Recovery CD .............................................................................................................. 87
9. Removal and Replacement .................................................................................................. 89
Removing and Replacing the Hard Drive ................................................................................ 89
Removing and Replacing an Optional PCMCIA Card ............................................................. 89
10. Display Management .......................................................................................................... 91
Adjusting the Display Brightness Manually .............................................................................. 91
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Using the OEM Button ........................................................................................................ 91
Using the Armor Utilities Backlight Tab ............................................................................... 91
Adjusting the Brightness Automatically .................................................................................... 92
Setting the Advanced Backlight Control .............................................................................. 92
Touch Screen Calibration and Settings (Touch Tablets Only) ................................................. 94
Calibrating the Touch Screen .............................................................................................. 94
Adjusting the Click Settings for the Touch Screen Stylus ................................................... 97
Caring For the Touchscreen ............................................................................................... 99
Pen Screen Calibration and Settings (Pen Tablets Only) ...................................................... 100
Calibrating the Active Pen Screen .................................................................................... 100
Tablet and Pen Settings for Windows XP ......................................................................... 102
Caring for the Pen Tablet Screen ...................................................................................... 106
Monitoring the Health of Your ARMOR X10 .......................................................................... 107
Generating a Log of Temperature Variations .................................................................... 108
Configuring the OEM Button .................................................................................................. 109
Disabled ............................................................................................................................ 110
Ctrl/Alt/Del ......................................................................................................................... 110
Sleep Button ...................................................................................................................... 110
Inc. Backlight ..................................................................................................................... 110
Dec. Backlight ................................................................................................................... 110
Toggle Backlight ................................................................................................................ 110
Cycle LCD/Display ............................................................................................................ 110
Wi-Fi .................................................................................................................................. 110
11. Battery Management ......................................................................................................... 111
Safety and Handling Considerations for Your Batteries ........................................................ 112
When to Recharge Batteries .................................................................................................. 112
How to Recharge Your Batteries ........................................................................................... 113
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Conditioning Your Battery ................................................................................................. 113
How to Tell When Batteries Have Finished Charging ............................................................ 113
Charging a Battery with an External 2-Bay Battery Charger ................................................. 114
Sequential Charger ........................................................................................................... 114
Smart (SmBus) Charger .................................................................................................... 114
What to Do for Over-discharged Batteries ............................................................................. 114
How to Increase Battery Service Time .................................................................................. 115
When to Replace a Battery .................................................................................................... 115
Where to Purchase Replacement Batteries ........................................................................... 116
How to Store Batteries When They Are Not in Use ............................................................... 117
Battery Tips for Best Performance ......................................................................................... 117
Disposing Of Your Batteries .................................................................................................. 118
Monitoring and Improving Battery Performance .................................................................... 119
Using the Power Meter Window ........................................................................................ 119
Using the ARMOR Utilities Batteries Tab .......................................................................... 120
Setting Low Level and Critical Battery Alarms .................................................................. 121
Turning Off Power-Consuming Peripherals ...................................................................... 122
Using Power Schemes to Conserve Batteries ....................................................................... 123
Selecting a Pre-Configured Power Scheme ...................................................................... 124
Customizing a Power Scheme .......................................................................................... 124
Activating Standby Power Mode ............................................................................................ 125
Activating Hibernation Power Mode ....................................................................................... 125
Enabling and Configuring Hibernation Mode .................................................................... 125
Manually Activating Hibernation Mode .............................................................................. 128
12. Frequently Asked Questions ........................................................................................... 129
1. What Options Are Available For Loading Software Onto The ARMOR X10? ......... 129
2. How Do I Install Drivers For Peripheral Devices Sold By DRS Technologies? ....... 129
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3. How Do I Install Drivers For Peripheral Devices Not Sold By DRS Technologies? 129
4. What External Peripherals Does the ARMOR X10 Support? ................................. 129
5. How Do I Activate the On-Screen Keyboard? ......................................................... 130
6. How Can Hand Writing Recognition Be Disabled? ................................................. 130
7. How Can I Open the Windows Task Manager (Ctrl-Alt-Del) Without A Keyboard? 130
8. What Do I Do If My X10 Locks Up Or Freezes? ..................................................... 130
9. How Do I Clean The Docking (Champ) Connector On The Back Of The ARMOR
X10? 130
10. How Do I Clean The Display Surface? ................................................................... 131
11. What Do I Do When The Pen Gets Out Of Calibration? ......................................... 131
12. What If The Pen Still Will Not Align? ....................................................................... 131
13. What Can I Do When The “Start” Button Disappears? ........................................... 131
14. What Do I Do When The Battery Discharges and Will Not Charge In The Unit? .... 132
15. How is USB supported by The ARMOR X10? ........................................................ 132
16. What Are DRS Technical Support Hours Of Operation? ........................................ 132
13. DRS Technical Support .................................................................................................... 133
Before You Contact Us .......................................................................................................... 133
How to Obtain Warranty Service ........................................................................................... 133
If You Need Further Information ............................................................................................ 136
Warranty Information ............................................................................................................. 137
General Information .......................................................................................................... 137
Length of Warranty ............................................................................................................ 137
Terms and Conditions ....................................................................................................... 137
Additional Information ....................................................................................................... 138
14. Acronyms and Glossary ................................................................................................... 139
Acronyms ............................................................................................................................... 139
Glossary ................................................................................................................................. 140
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Figures
Figure 1. ARMOR X10 Components and Accessories .............................................................. 20
Figure 2. ARMOR X10 Key Features – Front View ................................................................... 24
Figure 3. ARMOR X10 Key Features - Left Side View ............................................................. 25
Figure 4. ARMOR X10 Key Features - Right Side View ............................................................ 26
Figure 5. ARMOR X10 Key Features - Rear View ..................................................................... 27
Figure 6. ARMOR X10 Key Features - Bottom View ................................................................. 27
Figure 7. PC Control Panel ........................................................................................................ 28
Figure 8. ARMOR X10 Battery Pack .......................................................................................... 30
Figure 9. ARMOR X10 Hard Drive ............................................................................................. 30
Figure 10. ARMOR X10 AC Adapter ......................................................................................... 31
Figure 11. ARMOR X10 Compact Keyboard ............................................................................. 32
Figure 12. Two-Bay External Battery Charger ............................................................................ 33
Figure 13. Vehicle DC/DC Power Supplies ................................................................................ 34
Figure 14. ARMOR X10 Desk Dock ........................................................................................... 35
Figure 15. ARMOR X10 Port Replicator .................................................................................... 36
Figure 16. ARMOR X10 Vehicle Docks ..................................................................................... 37
Figure 17. ARMOR X10 Battery Compartments ........................................................................ 40
Figure 18. Battery Positioned for Insertion .................................................................................. 41
Figure 19. Battery Latch in Locked Position ............................................................................. 42
Figure 20. Intel Graphics Panel with Display Settings Option Selected ..................................... 48
Figure 21. Intel Graphics Panel with Hot Keys Option Selected ................................................ 49
Figure 22. Accessing Tablet PC Tutorials and Information ......................................................... 54
Figure 23. Armor Utilities Panel – About Tab ............................................................................. 55
Figure 24. Armor Utilities Panel – Batteries Tab ........................................................................ 56
Figure 25. Armor Utilities Panel – Health Tab ............................................................................ 57
Figure 26. Armor Utilities Panel – Backlight Tab ....................................................................... 58
Figure 27. Armor Utilities Panel – Serial/OEM Tab .................................................................... 59
Figure 28. Armor Utilities Panel – OEM Button Tab .................................................................. 60
Figure 29. Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel – Screen Selection Tab.................................... 61
Figure 30. Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel – Calibration Tab.............................................. 62
Figure 31. Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel – Click Settings Tab ......................................... 63
Figure 32. Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel – Touch Settings Tab ....................................... 64
Figure 33. Tablet and Pen Settings Window – Settings Tab ...................................................... 65
Figure 34. Tablet and Pen Settings Window – Display Tab ....................................................... 66
Figure 35. Tablet and Pen Settings Panel – Pen Options Tab .................................................. 67
Figure 36. Intel PROSet/Wireless Panel .................................................................................... 68
Figure 37. IVT BlueSoleil Utility ................................................................................................. 69
Figure 38. Realtek Audio Manager Panel .................................................................................. 70
Figure 39. Input Panel with No Mode Showing (for illustration purposes only) ........................... 73
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Figure 40. Writing Pad Mode ...................................................................................................... 73
Figure 41. Character Pad Mode .................................................................................................. 74
Figure 42. On-Screen Keyboard Mode ....................................................................................... 74
Figure 43. IVT BlueSoleil Utility ................................................................................................. 77
Figure 44. Wireless Network Access .......................................................................................... 78
Figure 45. QuickBack™ Graphical User Interface ..................................................................... 86
Figure 46. Armor Utilities Screen – Backlight Tab ..................................................................... 91
Figure 47. Advanced Backlight Control Window. ....................................................................... 93
Figure 48. Settings Tab of the Tablet and Pen Settings Panel. ............................................... 102
Figure 49. Display Tab of the Tablet and Pen Settings Panel. ................................................ 104
Figure 50. Pen Options Tab of the Tablet and Pen Settings Panel. ........................................ 105
Figure 51. Armor Utilities Panel with Health Tab Displayed .................................................... 107
Figure 52. Armor Utilities Panel OEM Button Tab ................................................................... 109
Figure 53. ARMOR X10 Battery Label ..................................................................................... 116
Figure 54. Battery Charge Status in the Power Meter Window................................................ 119
Figure 55. Armor Utilities Batteries Tab ................................................................................... 120
Figure 56. Alarms Tab of the Power Options Properties Window ............................................ 122
Figure 57. Power Schemes Tab of the Power Options Properties Window ............................. 123
Figure 58. Power Schemes Tab Showing Available Power Schemes ..................................... 124
Figure 59. Hibernate Tab of the Power Options Properties Window ....................................... 126
Figure 60. Power Schemes Tab with Hibernation Mode Enabled ........................................... 127
Tables
Table 1. Install the Battery Packs .............................................................................................. 41
Table 2. Stylus Actions. ............................................................................................................. 44
Table 3. Configure the X10 for Screen Rotation ......................................................................... 45
Table 4. Operate a Second Display with the X10 ...................................................................... 50
Table 5. Quick Reference List ..................................................................................................... 71
Table 6. Set up a Physical LAN Connection .............................................................................. 80
Table 7. Leadtek LR9548S GPS Receiver Specifications ......................................................... 82
Table 8. Boot the X10 from the Recovery CD ............................................................................ 88
Table 9. Remove and Replace the Hard Drive .......................................................................... 89
Table 10. Remove and Replace a PCMCIA Card ...................................................................... 89
Table 11. Calibrate the Touch Screen ....................................................................................... 95
Table 12. Adjust Stylus Click Settings for the Touch Screen ..................................................... 98
Table 13. Calibrate the Active Pen Screen .............................................................................. 101
Table 14. Generate a Temperature Variation Log ................................................................... 108
Table 15. Recover an Over-discharged Battery. ....................................................................... 115
Table 16. ARMOR X10 Battery Replacement Schedule .......................................................... 116
Table 17. Set Low Level and Critical Battery Alarms. .............................................................. 121
Table 18. Enable and Configure Hibernation Mode ................................................................. 126
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Table 19. Manually Activate Hibernation Mode ....................................................................... 128
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1. Welcome and Introduction
Congratulations and thank you for purchasing the ARMOR X10 Rugged Tablet with Intel® Core
Duo™ Mobile technology. Your X10 is one of the most durable, reliable, and easy-to-use tablet
computers on the market today.
The ARMOR new X10 is housed in magnesium alloy chassis with an aluminum insert for better
heat dissipation. It comes with sealed external connector technology and meets IP 66 level
protection from dust, dirt, water and other damaging elements.
The ARMOR X10 gives you the power of a desktop computer in a rugged portable tablet
computer. The X10 can be mounted in a vehicle or it can be used on a desktop, on the ground,
held on the lap, or held in the crook of the arm. You can write and perform operations directly on
the screen, work with a virtual on-screen keyboard, or attach a USB keyboard (compact
keyboard, standard-sized USB keyboard, or Bluetooth keyboard).
We take pride in providing high-quality products and superior customer service. Thank you for
choosing the DRS ARMOR X10 Tablet Computer, and for your trust in the ARMOR line of
products.
The ARMOR X10 ruggedized
tablet computer can be
mounted in a desk docking
station or vehicle dock (shown
here in a desk dock with a
compact keyboard).
Deleted: our specially designed
Deleted: Its hot-swappable battery access
means you can change the batteries without the
need for tools and without interrupting normal
computer operations.
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Your ARMOR X10 Purchase
Your purchase includes the items and accessories shown in Figure 1. Please confirm that all of
these items are present and in good condition. NOTE: Your hard drive is shipped already
installed in the computer.
Contact your ARMOR X10 Tablet Computer sales representative if any item is missing or
damaged.
Figure 1. ARMOR X10 Components and Accessories
ARMOR X10
TABLET COMPUTER
QUICK START
GUIDE
AC ADAPTER
SOFT CARRY
CASE
BATTERY
STYLUS WITH
LANYARD
SHOULDER
STRAP
Formatted: Underline, Font color: Blue
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ARMOR X10 Documentation
The following documents are contained on your ARMOR X10 Tablet Computer in PDF format.
To access these documents, double-click on the appropriate icon on the desktop.
• ARMOR X10 User’s Guide – Provides operating information and descriptions of all
controls and indicators. Contains necessary procedures to setup and operate the
ARMOR X10.
• ARMOR X10 Quick Start Guide – The Quick Start Guide provides information to help
you get your ARMOR X10 computer up and running as quickly as possible.
• ARMOR X10 Maintenance Manual – The Maintenance Manual provides
troubleshooting information, special maintenance tasks, and a list of system
specifications.
About This Guide
This manual and its complementary documents located on your hard drive will provide the
majority of the information you will need to setup and maintain your ARMOR X10 Tablet
Computer.
However, should you need additional technical information, please visit our web site at:
www.drsarmor.com, or call DRS Technical Support toll-free at 1-888-872-1100.
Viewing, Navigating, and Printing this Guide
This guide can be viewed interactively on the tablet using Adobe Reader or printed to paper. To
view this guide on the computer, click on the User’s Guide icon on the desktop. The latest
version of Adobe PDF Reader is available for downloading free from www.adobe.com.
If you are viewing this guide on the tablet, you can click on the blue underlined text to navigate
within the guide and to access resources on the Internet.
To print the guide to paper, use the Adobe Reader “Print “menu options for best results.
Terminology Used in this Guide
As the result of long use and the evolution of the Windows operating system, some functions
and buttons may be called by more than one name and some of these names are used
interchangeably, which can lead to confusion. The following list provides some of the more
common examples you may encounter in this manual:
• Standby = Stand By = Suspend
• Hibernate = Sleep
• OEM Button = Side Button = Windows Security Key Button
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Please Help Us Maintain Top Quality Documentation
This guide was produced with the latest information available and verified for accuracy.
However, mistakes are possible, and product updates may supersede the information in this
guide. We encourage you to contact DRS Technical Support toll-free at 1-888-872-1100 with
suggestions and corrections so that we can maintain the highest possible quality documentation
for you and for future customers.
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2. Getting to Know your ARMOR X10
Key Features
The following paragraphs and images describe the principal components, controls, indicators,
connectors and accessories of the ARMOR X10. Please take a few moments to read through
this section to become more familiar with your computer. Refer to the ARMOR X10
Maintenance Manual for a list of hardware and environmental specifications.
NOTE
All references to front/rear, left/right and top/bottom locations in this guide
are relative to the front (or face-on) view of the computer as it appears
when it is set up for operation.
Computer
The ARMOR X10 Tablet Computer (Figure 2) is equipped with an Intel® Core Duo U2500 Ultra-
Low Voltage 1.2 GHz processor with up to 2 GB of random access memory (RAM). It comes
configured with Windows® XP Tablet SP2, Vista Business, or Linux #1 operating system. It has
an integrated Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g wireless LAN and Bluetooth wireless network and can be
equipped with an optional GPS receiver.
Display
The standard X10 display a 1024 x 768 ppi TFT LED screen. An optional LCD transflective
screen is available for outdoor viewing in bright sunlight. This screen is optically bonded to
enhance viewability.
If your X10 is a “touch tablet”, the display surface is constructed of a touch-sensitive film over
glass that is operated by the pressure of a stylus or fingertip. If your X10 is a “pen tablet”, the
display surface is glass with a special digitizer screen bonded to the inside of the glass. The
display is operated using an inductively coupled pen.
Batteries
The X10 batteries are high efficiency lithium-ion batteries that are “hot swappable,” That is, If
you have two batteries installed, you can replace one battery while the tablet operates on the
other battery. With this capability, you do not have to shut down the computer or interrupt your
current operating session in order to replace a battery. The X10 can operate as long as 4 hours
on two fully charged batteries.
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Figure 2. ARMOR X10 Key Features – Front View
PC
CONTROL
PANEL
WI-FI AND BLUETOOTH
ANTENNAS
ACTIVE
PEN OR
TOUCH-
SENSITIVE
SCREEN
OPTIONAL GPS
ANTENNA
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Figure 3. ARMOR X10 Key Features - Left Side View
DC INPUT
JACK
PCMCIA
SLOT
COVER
DC INPUT
JACK DUST
COVER
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Figure 4. ARMOR X10 Key Features - Right Side View
USB
PORT
ETHERNET
PORT
SPEAKER
SECONDARY
WI-FI
ANTENNA
(BEHIND
COVER)
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Figure 5. ARMOR X10 Key Features - Rear View
Figure 6. ARMOR X10 Key Features - Bottom View
HARD
DRIVE
COVER
DOCKING
STATION
MOUNT POINTS
DOCKING
CONNECTOR
BATTERIES
BATTERY
LATCH
SERIAL
NUMBER
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PC Control Panel
The PC Control Panel provides the primary controls and indicators for the ARMOR X10.
Figure 7. PC Control Panel
Power On/Off Button
To turn the computer on or off, press the Power On/Off button for 1-3 seconds. This duration
provides a safeguard against accidentally bumping the button during mobile use.
In case of emergency, you can shut down the computer quickly by pressing and holding the
Power On/Off button for 5 seconds or longer. However, this will result in an abnormal shutdown
of the Windows operating system and any work in progress will be lost.
Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) Button
This button is also called the Side Button or Windows Security Key Button. It operates in a
number of different ways depending on how it is configured in the ARMOR Utilities application.
Its default setting invokes the Windows CTRL-ALT-DEL command, which opens the Windows
Task Manager screen. It can also be programmed to do such tasks as switching between the
tablet display and an external display, varying the display brightness, placing the computer in
CHARGING STATUS
INDICATOR
OEM BUTTON
BATTERY GAUGE
INDICATORS
A
MBIENT LIGHT SENSOR
DISK ACTIVITY
INDICATOR
POWER ON/OFF
POWER INDICATOR
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hibernation mode, and turning the Wi-Fi card on and off. Complete instructions for configuring
the OEM button can be found in Configuring the OEM Button in the Appendix.
Power Indicator
The Power indicator is a green LED that illuminates whenever the X10 is powered up.
Charging Status Indicator
The Charging Status indicator is a green LED that is lit whenever external power is available to
charge the batteries. It blinks while the batteries are charging and is on steady when the
batteries are fully charged. When the tablet is on batteries only, the Charging Status indicator is
off.
Battery Gauge Indicators
The Battery Gauge consists of five LEDs that are used to indicate the charge remaining in your
battery or batteries. Each light represents approximately 20% of the average charge of two
batteries or the remaining charge of a single battery.
When all five LEDs are lit and the charging status indicator is on steady, the batteries are fully
charged. As the batteries are used, the LEDs will turn off from top to bottom to indicate the
remaining charge. Each LED will blink upon transitioning to next lower charge level indicator.
Brightness Control
The brightness of the display is varied by controlling the intensity of the LCD backlight. You can
control the brightness (backlight level) manually or let the computer control it automatically. The
brightness can be manually adjusted by repeatedly pressing the OEM button or by adjusting the
slider in the Backlight tab of the Armor Utilities panel. If you have a transflective screen, the
effect of the brightness control when operating in bright sunlight will be minimal and the overall
brightness will be the result of reflected light.
When the automatic brightness control is enabled, an ambient light sensor measures the
surrounding light level. If the surrounding light level decreases by a certain percentage, the
screen brightness will also decrease correspondingly. If the ambient light increases by a certain
percentage, the screen brightness will increase correspondingly.
NOTE
If you use the automatic brightness control function, you must keep the
light sensor uncovered.
Click on Start Æ All Programs Æ ARMOR Utilities and select the Backlight tab to adjust the
backlight manually or to activate the light sensor for automatic brightness control. Refer to
Brightness Adjustment for detailed information on adjusting the screen brightness.
Disk Activity Indicator
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The Disk Activity indicator is a red LED that flashes when the disk drive is being accessed. The
flashes are intermittent and depend on the read and write cycles of the hard drive.
Removable Components and Accessories
Battery Pack
Your ARMOR X10 comes can be equipped with 1 or 2 removable battery packs that are
installed in compartments in the rear of the tablet (see Figure 5). These battery packs are hot-
swappable and can be removed one at a time without interrupting computer operation. Two
fully-charged battery packs will provide up to 4 hours of operation depending on the workload on
the computer. A single battery will provide 2-3 hours of operation depending on workload.
Figure 8. ARMOR X10 Battery Pack
Hard Drive
The ARMOR X10 comes equipped with either a 2.5” SATA rotating media hard disk drive (HDD)
or a 2.5” solid-state hard drive (SSHD). The hard drive houses the operating system and
application software and provides non-volatile memory space for the CPU. A plastic tab is
attached to the front of the drive to facilitate easy removal. For information on available hard
drive capacities, please contact DRS Tactical Systems toll free at (888) 872-1100.
The drive is located in a compartment in the bottom of the tablet, as indicated in Figure 6. This
drive should only be removed or installed by a qualified technician.
Figure 9. ARMOR X10 Hard Drive
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AC Adapter
Included with your ARMOR X10 is a +15 VDC, 4.8 amp power supply, or “AC Adapter”. This
external power supply is used to recharge your computer’s battery packs and to provide power
to the computer without draining the batteries. A European power cord is available.
Figure 10. ARMOR X10 AC Adapter
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Optional Accessories for Your X10
There are a number of optional accessories that extend the capabilities of the X10 or make it
easier for you to use and maintain.
PCMCIA Cards
Your ARMOR X10 provides two PC/PCMCIA card slots that can accommodate either two Type
II cards or a single Type III card. These cards can provide enhanced features such as extended
communications capabilities and additional memory capacity.
Contact your ARMOR sales representative or DRS Technical Support for information on
available PCMCIA card options.
Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card
Your X10 is equipped with a slot (see Figure 17) to enable use of a SIM card. A SIM card is a
small electronic card that contains a cell phone subscriber’s unique ID, billing information, and
network permissions. It allows users to easily transport their phone numbers and contacts to
new phones simply by removing the card from the old phone and inserting it in the new one.
This is a future capability that will allow you to receive and send cell phone calls and text
messages through your X10 computer.
Compact Keyboard
A reduced-size USB keyboard (Figure 11) is available for use with the ARMOR X10 computer.
The keyboard is approximately half the size of a standard keyboard and can be mounted on a
special platform for use with a vehicle docking station or connected to a desk docking station to
conserve space on a table or desktop.
Figure 11. ARMOR X10 Compact Keyboard
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Two-Bay External Battery Charger
A two-bay battery charger (Figure 12) is available for faster and more convenient charging.
Each battery bay has a charging time of approximately 2.5 hours. The external charger is also
handy for recharging spare battery packs or batteries kept in storage.
Two types of external battery chargers are available from DRS: a sequential charger that rapidly
charges each battery and a “smart” battery charger has an extra “conditioning” feature (see
Smart (SmBus) Charger. A European power cord is available for both types, and a DC power
cable is also available for use in a vehicle or other mobile environments.
“Smart” Battery Charger with Battery Calibration
In addition to conditioning the battery, this type of charger provides the capability to re-program
the battery gauge chip inside the battery to ensure that the Battery Gauge LEDS on the X10
correctly reflect the charge level in the battery. Only one battery can be calibrated at a time (in
the left slot only) and the total processing time (conditioning + calibration) is approximately 8
hours. The right bay can still be used for conditioning other batteries.
Sequential Battery Charger without Battery Calibration
This type of charger conditions the battery in approximately 2.5 hours per bay. It does not
recalibrate the battery gauge chip inside the battery.
Figure 12. Two-Bay External Battery Charger
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Vehicle DC/DC Power Supply
The DC/DC converter power supply takes 11-16 VDC vehicle power and converts it to a
regulated 15VDC, 5 amp output. Two styles are available, as shown in Figure 13: a hard-wired
version that can be directly connected to the vehicle fuse panel, and a plug-in version that can
be plugged into the lighter socket.
Figure 13. Vehicle DC/DC Power Supplies
HARD-WIRED
VERSION
PLUG-IN
VERSION
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Docking Stations and Port Replicators
There are a number of docking stations available to support and enhance your X10 either on the
desk top or in a vehicle.
Desk Dock
The desk dock (Figure 14) holds the X10 at a comfortable viewing angle on a desktop or table
and provides connections for a second display or external video device, a second USB port,
three serial com ports and a parallel port, plus external power for the X10.
Figure 14. ARMOR X10 Desk Dock
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Port Replicator
The Port Replicator provides essentially the same features as the desk dock in a more compact
form. It has connections for a second display or external video device, a second USB port, two
serial com ports and a parallel port, plus external power for the X10. It is attached to the X10
docking connector and supports the computer at a comfortable viewing angle, as shown in
Figure 15.
Figure 15. ARMOR X10 Port Replicator
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Vehicle Docks
Several types of vehicle docking stations, or “vehicle docks”, are available for use with the
ARMOR X10. Some can be equipped with a platform to support a compact keyboard or even a
joystick to make it easier to perform the functions of the stylus or pen while operating in a
vehicle. Figure 16 shows two types of vehicle docks. One is shown equipped with a mounting
platform for the compact keyboard.
Figure 16. ARMOR X10 Vehicle Docks
For information on these and any other ARMOR X10 accessories, please contact your
ARMOR sales representative or call DRS Tactical Systems toll free at 1-888-872-1100.
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3. Getting Started
CAUTION!
Use this product only in vehicles with a regulated voltage supply of
+11-16 VDC ± 2%. Voltages outside this range could cause unstable
operation or result in permanent damage to the computer.
CAUTION!
Use only the external AC Adapter provided with your ARMOR X10
or an equivalent model approved by DRS. Attempting to use a
different model power supply could result in equipment damage.
CAUTION!
DO NOT connect the computer to more than one power source at a
time (such as an AC power supply and docking station) or
permanent damage to the battery and/or computer may result.
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Installing the Battery Packs
NOTE
If your X10 has only one battery pack, install it in the Primary
Battery compartment.
The first step to getting your X10 operating is to install and charge the battery packs. The
battery compartments are located on the rear of the unit, as shown in Figure 17. Follow the
procedure in Table 1 to install the batteries.
Figure 17. ARMOR X10 Battery Compartments
PRIMARY BATTERY
COMPARTMENT
(BATTERY #1)
SECONDARY BATTERY
COMPARTMENT
(BATTERY #2)
SUBSCRIBER IDENTITY
MODULE (SIM) CARD SLOT
(
FUTURE CAPABILITY
)
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Table 1. Install the Battery Packs
STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
1. Locate the yellow latch between the two
battery compartments on the back of the
unit, as shown in Figure 17.
This latch holds the battery packs in
place and is designed so that only one
battery can be inserted or removed at a
time.
2. Press a fingertip into the latch and turn it
until a detent is felt and the notch lines up
with the corner of the battery that is to be
installed.
CAUTION!
Do not force the battery into position.
If the battery will not slip easily onto
the connector, pull it slightly toward
the yellow latch and press in gently.
3. Position the first battery as shown in
Figure 18 and gently press down on the
battery until the connector seats.
Figure 18. Battery Positioned for Insertion
BATTERY
LATCH
BATTERY
CORNER
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STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
4. If your X10 has only one battery, go to
Step 7.
5. If your X10 has two battery packs, turn the
battery latch to line up with the edge of the
second battery.
6. Install the second battery and press down
until the connector seats.
7. Turn the battery latch to the position
shown in Figure 19 to lock the battery (or
batteries) in place.
8. Connect the AC Adapter to the DC input
jack on the left side of the tablet and allow
the batteries to charge for 3-8 hours (total
time depends on the current level of
charge when the batteries were
unpacked).
You can power up and operate the X10
while the batteries charge, but the total
charging time may be longer due to power
demands by the computer.
Figure 19. Battery Latch in Locked Position
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Power On/Off and Emergency Shutdown
Turning the Tablet On and Off
Turn the computer on by pressing the Power On/Off button on the PC Control Panel for 1-3
seconds and then releasing.
The ARMOR X10 will perform self-checking routines during the start-up process. All units are
configured at the factory to automatically boot to the Microsoft Windows desktop unless a
custom configuration has been requested.
Turn the unit off by pressing the Power On/Off button again for 1-3 seconds or select Start
ÆTurn Off the Computer Æ Turn Off. Windows will automatically shut down and the unit will
turn off
Emergency Shutdown
If an emergency condition occurs where the tablet needs to be shut down immediately, press
and hold the on/off button for more than four seconds. This procedure should only be used in
emergencies because improperly shutting down Windows may result in corruption of the
operating system and/or the loss of data. Should system corruption or loss of data occur, please
contact DRS Technical Support.
Touch Screen Operations
Using the Stylus
If your tablet is equipped with a touchscreen display, the stylus is the primary means of
operating the computer. A fingertip can also be used but with less accuracy. The Windows XP
Tablet operating system allows the stylus to duplicate the functions of an external 2-button
mouse. Table 2 lists each stylus action, its purpose and the corresponding mouse action.
NOTE
Tapping with the stylus requires only light to moderate pressure.
It is possible to damage the stylus and/or the display by
pounding the tip against the surface with too much force.
NOTE
The terms “click”, “tap” and “select” refer to the same actions
when using the stylus, or fingertip.
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Table 2. Stylus Actions.
STYLUS ACTION PURPOSE CORRESPONDING
MOUSE ACTION
Tap once
Select tabs or open submenus.
Highlight a label or option.
Fill selection boxes.
Activate buttons.
Deselect highlighted objects (tap
next to the icon).
Left-click
Tap twice Start an application or open a folder. Double-click
Press over an object, hold
contact with display, drag
stylus and release pressure.
Move an object on the desktop. Drag-and-drop
Press over icon or option and
hold contact with display
without moving stylus.
Open menu options. Right-click
Press and hold contact with
display, drag box around
objects.
Selects multiple objects. Left-click and drag
box to select.
After a period of normal usage, the screen may need to be calibrated with the stylus to ensure
the actual touch point matches the position of the cursor. To perform this calibration, refer to
Calibrating the Touch Screen.
NOTE
If you have a touch tablet, do not use the Tablet and Pen Settings
window in Control Panel to calibrate the screen. Doing so could
cause the loss of screen calibration.
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Configuring Your Touch Tablet for Screen Rotation
To rotate a touch tablet screen, you must have the TSHARC HTrayApp.exe program running in
the background. When this application is running, a TSHARC icon is displayed in the taskbar
tray. To execute the HTrayApp.exe file, follow the procedure in Table 3.
Table 3. Configure the X10 for Screen Rotation
STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
1. Click Start Æ Run Æ Browse and
browse to your local disk (normally
C:/ and select Program Files Æ
Tsharc.
2. Double-click on the HTrayApp.exe file
or highlight the file and click Open and
then OK.
This will place a TSHARC icon in the
taskbar tray. The icon will look like a
finger pointing to a display.
3. Right click the TSHARC icon. An options menu is displayed as shown
below:
4. Make sure the Autodetect Rotation
option is checked. This will ensure that
you maintain calibration when rotating
the screen.
NOTE
In Autodetect Rotation mode, the rotation
direction options are grayed out and the
computer automatically rotates your
screen in the counterclockwise direction.
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STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
5. If you plan on using the rotation
function on a regular basis, select the
Start Tray Application on Startup
option.
The TSHARC icon will be opened each
time you start the computer.
Pen Operations
If your ARMOR X10 is a pen tablet, the pen is the primary screen navigation and data entry tool.
Without a keyboard attached, the pen is the only means of communicating with the computer.
The pen functions like a two-button mouse. There are two switches: one in the pen tip and
another on the barrel of the pen. The tip switch performs the same functions as the left button
on a mouse and the barrel switch performs the same functions as the right mouse button.
NOTE
Do not depress the barrel switch when writing on the display as
this will adversely affect handwriting recognition.
To activate the tip switch, simply press the tip of the pen against the display. This is similar to
clicking the left button of a mouse. Double clicking is accomplished by double tapping with the
pen. Move an icon by pressing the pen directly overhead and dragging the icon to the desired
destination, keeping the pen in constant contact with the display.
For right click functions, just depress the switch on the barrel of the pen. Windows XP Tablet PC
Edition software also allows you to right click by pressing and holding the pen on the screen for
1-2 seconds. Press and hold is an optional feature. You can turn this feature on or off by going
to the Control Panel, and then selecting Tablet and Pen Settings.
NOTE
If you have a pen tablet, do not use the Hampshire TSHARC panel to
calibrate the screen. Doing so could cause the loss of screen
calibration.
After a period of normal usage, the screen may need to be calibrated with the pen to ensure
accurate touches. To perform this calibration, refer to Calibrating the Active Pen Screen.
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Pen Adjustments
If your X10 uses the Windows XP Tablet PC operating system, you can adjust attributes related
to use of the pen (e.g. tap speed, left/right hand orientation, etc.). Refer to Tablet and Pen
Settings for Windows XP for instructions. If you have the Windows XP Pro operating system,
look in the PenOffice tools folder found in the Windows Program list.
The location of the cursor on the display is the location of input regardless of the location of the
pen tip. The cursor and the pen tip should be closely aligned when the pen is close to the
surface of the display.
After a period of normal usage, the screen may need to be calibrated with the pen to ensure
accurate touches. To perform this calibration, refer to Calibrating the Active Pen Screen.
Rotating the Screen
Your ARMOR X10 supports the Windows XP Tablet function of rotating the screen layout
between Portrait and Landscape modes. In Portrait mode, the long axis of the screen is along
the left and right sides of the screen; in landscape mode (default orientation), the long axis is
along the top and bottom of the screen. You can rotate the screen clockwise in four 90 degree
steps, alternating between portrait and landscape orientation.
NOTE
If your X10 is a Touch tablet, refer to Configuring Your Touch
Tablet for Screen Rotation before attempting to rotate the screen.
NOTE
If your X10 is a Pen tablet, do not use the Screen Orientation
options in the Display tab of the Tablet and Pen Settings window.
This could cause you to lose screen calibration.
NOTE
If you lose calibration when rotating the screen and cannot use the
stylus to return to the default orientation, attach an external
keyboard and press Ctrl+Alt+Up Arrow. This will return the display
to the default landscape orientation.
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There are three ways to rotate the screen:
1. By using the Intel Graphics icon in the task tray
2. By using the Intel Graphics panel
3. By using a Hot Key combination with the keyboard.
Using the Intel Graphics Icon
Right-click the Intel Graphics icon in the task tray and select the Rotation option. Then
select one of the four rotation angles. The “Normal” position is the default landscape mode as
viewed with the PC Control Panel oriented to the upper right, as shown in Figure 2.
Using the Intel Graphics Panel
To open the Intel Graphics panel, right-click on the Intel Graphics icon in the task tray and
select Graphics Properties Æ Display Settings, or select Start Æ Control Panel Æ
Intel®GMA Driver for Mobile Æ Display Settings. The Intel Graphics panel opens as shown
in Figure 20. Select the rotation angle and click OK.
Figure 20. Intel Graphics Panel with Display Settings Option Selected
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Using a Keyboard “Hot Key” Combination
Figure 21 shows a list of the default hot key combinations programmed into your ARMOR X10.
You can view this listing by clicking on the Hot Keys option in the left pane of the Intel Graphics
panel. The designations “Up”, “Left”, “Down” and “Right” refer to the arrow keys. You can use
the on-screen keyboard or an attached USB keyboard to enter the hot key combinations.
Figure 21. Intel Graphics Panel with Hot Keys Option Selected
Operating with a Second Display
The ARMOR X10 video circuits can drive both the built-in LCD display and a second external
flat panel display or CRT monitor. The built-in LCD panel has a maximum screen resolution of
800 x 600 (SVGA) or 1024 x 768 (XGA) pixels per inch (ppi), while screen resolutions up to
1920 x 1440 ppi can be achieved using an external display. You can configure the X10 display
and external display as follows:
• Tablet (notebook) display only
• External (monitor) display only
• Cloned – External display set to mirror the tablet display
• Cloned – Tablet display set to mirror the external display
• Extended desktop – Tablet is the primary display
• Extended desktop – External monitor is the primary display
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NOTE
The X10 tablet does not have an external video connector. You
must have a docking station or port replicator to connect a
second display.
Follow the procedure in Table 4 to connect and operate with a second display.
NOTE
Your last display selection remains when you shutdown and
reboot the computer.
Table 4. Operate a Second Display with the X10
STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
1. Shut down the X10 and connect the
external display’s video cable to the
VGA connector on the rear of the
docking station, then reboot the
computer.
2. Power up the external monitor. The power light is lit but the display is
off.
NOTE
Do not change the screen
orientation settings.
3. Once the X10 has booted up, right
click on the desktop to open the
desktop menu and select Graphics
Options Æ Output To.
Another menu opens with the following
options:
• Monitor.
• Notebook.
• Intel® Dual Display Clone.
• Extended desktop.
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STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
4. To switch to the external monitor only,
select the Monitor option.
The X10 display turns off and the external
monitor display turns on. Use the stylus
on the X10 touch screen to steer the
cursor on the external monitor.
5. To switch back to the X10 display only,
right click on the X10 touch screen.
This will open a desktop menu on the
external monitor.
6. Select Graphics Options Æ Output
To and tap on Notebook.
The external monitor display turns off and
the X10 display turns on.
7. To operate both the X10 and the
external monitor display, right click on
the desktop and select Graphics
Options Æ Output To Æ Intel® Dual
Display Clone and tap on Notebook
+ Monitor if you want the external
monitor to be monitor #2; select
Monitor + Notebook if the external
monitor will be monitor #1.
Both displays turn on. Now, any actions
you take on the X10 display are mirrored
on the external display.
Working with the Extended Desktop
When you have a second display, you can configure it as an extended desktop. That is, the
second display is combined with your tablet desktop. You can move documents back and forth
between the two displays as if they were a single display.
To combine the external display with the X10 display and form a single or “extended” desktop,
right click on the X10 display and select Graphics Options Æ Output To Æ Extended
Desktop and tap on Notebook + Monitor if you want the external display to be monitor #2;
select Monitor + Notebook if you want the tablet display to be monitor #2.
NOTE
It is recommended that you attach a USB mouse when using the extended
desktop rather than using the stylus.
Using a mouse, you can sweep the cursor back and forth between displays as if the two
displays were one desktop. Using the stylus with the extended desktop can be a challenge
because the stylus can only be used on the tablet touch screen to control the cursor on both
displays. However, we will discuss how this is done in the following paragraphs.
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Using the Stylus or Pen with the Extended Desktop
Because the X10 is the only one of your two displays with a touch screen or active pen screen,
you must make all cursor movements for both displays from the X10 tablet display.
Mentally divide the X10 display in half. If you have the external monitor configured as display #2
(positioned to the right of the tablet), you should only operate the stylus on the right half of the
X10 touch screen when the cursor is in the external display. If you have the external monitor
configured for display #1 (positioned to the left of the tablet), you should only operate the stylus
on the left half of the X10 screen when the cursor is in the external display.
Assume you have the external monitor set up on the right side (as display #2). Touch the X10
screen and drag the cursor to the right edge of the display until it appears on the external
monitor. If you now lift the stylus and touch the middle of the X10 screen, the cursor will appear
at the left-most edge of the external monitor screen.
NOTE
Once you start moving the cursor on the external display, it is best to keep
the stylus in contact with the X10 display until you complete the movement.
Otherwise, the cursor may jump back to the X10 display.
Drag the stylus to the right edge of the X10 and you will see that the cursor on the external
monitor travels completely across the screen to the opposite edge. This means that the right
half of the X10 screen corresponds to the entire screen of the external monitor when the cursor
is in the external monitor part of the desktop.
The opposite will be true if you set up the external monitor to be display #1. You can now control
the cursor in the left-hand external display using the left half of the X10 screen.
Tips for Proper Use and Care Of Your Computer
There are certain precautions you should take to ensure that your ARMOR X10 Tablet
Computer continues to provide you with reliable service:
• Don’t subject the computer to heat by placing it on the dashboard of a vehicle with the
display facing the sun.
• Don’t store the computer in temperatures below -40 degrees C.
• Don’t pile tools or heavy objects on top of the computer.
• Avoid severe impacts, especially to the display.
• Don’t try to take the computer apart. Disassembly of the unit by unauthorized personnel
may void your warranty.
• Don’t use excessive force when inserting PCMCIA cards. They are keyed to go in only
one way and inserting the card incorrectly or using excessive force could result in
damage to the cards or the computer.
• Keep your touchscreen clean and calibrated.
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4. Your ARMOR X10 Software
Your ARMOR X10 comes with a variety of software and utility applications. Many of these are
standard with the Windows XP operating system, some are provided by DRS to improve your
configuration and control of the tablet and some may be custom software provided for your
special requirements.
The following paragraphs provide you with an introduction to those Windows and DRS software
applications that you will need to properly configure and begin using your X10 tablet. These
include:
• Microsoft® Windows XP Tablet Tutorials
• ARMOR Utilities
• Hampshire® TSHARC Control Panel Utility
• Intel® PROSet Wireless Utility
• IVT® BlueSoleil Utility
• Realtek® Audio Manager
Windows XP Tablet Tutorials
The Windows XP™ Tablet operating system provides editing and authoring tools for entering
data or writing on the tablet as if it were a sheet of paper. It has built-in tutorials for writing with
the tablet, data entry, handwriting recognition, speech recognition, keyboard help information,
and so on.
To access tutorials on using these tools, click on Start Æ All Programs Æ Get Going with
Tablet PC. The “Welcome to tablet computing window” opens, as shown in Figure 22. Follow
the instructions on the screen to access the tutorials.
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Figure 22. Accessing Tablet PC Tutorials and Information
Help with Microsoft Windows XP
For information on using Microsoft Windows XP features and options, refer to the Microsoft help
files and documentation on the X10 Tablet Computer by clicking on Start and selecting the Help
and Support option.
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Armor Utilities Program
This utility program is provided to help you manage your X10 computer. It contains settings and
information about the batteries, the internal temperature of the computer, backlight (brightness)
adjustment, optional cards and serial port settings, and configuration of the OEM button.
To open the Armor Utilities window, click on the ARMOR Utilities icon in the task bar tray or
select Start Æ All Programs Æ Armor Utilities.
About Tab
The About tab is displayed by default when the application opens, as shown in Figure 23. The
Firmware Versions fields show the current firmware installed in the X10. The Serial Number field
is not currently used.
Figure 23. Armor Utilities Panel – About Tab
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Batteries Tab
The Batteries Tab is shown in Figure 24. This tab shows information for a primary and a
secondary battery. If you have only one battery pack, it should be installed in the primary battery
compartment. The primary and secondary battery compartment locations are shown in Figure
17.
The Percent Remaining and the Cycles fields provide key information that you need to manage
your batteries. The Percent Remaining fields give the percentage of charge in one or both
batteries compared to a full charge. The Cycles fields show the number of discharge and
recharge cycles the battery has experienced since it was installed.
Figure 24. Armor Utilities Panel – Batteries Tab
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Health Tab
The Health tab displays the current internal temperatures of the X10 tablet and the batteries, as
shown in Figure 25. It also provides options for recording (logging) temperature variations over
time. Refer to Generating a Log of Temperature Variations for the procedure to set up a logging
file.
Figure 25. Armor Utilities Panel – Health Tab
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Backlight Tab
The Backlight tab (shown in Figure 26) provides options to adjust the brightness level manually
or to select a built-in light sensor and control brightness automatically. In the automatic mode, if
the surrounding (ambient) light level decreases, the screen brightness will decrease
proportionally; if the surrounding light increases, the brightness will increase proportionally. The
Advanced Backlight button permits custom settings of the brightness range for different lighting
conditions or to suit visual preferences. Refer to Setting the Advanced Backlight Control for a
procedure to configure custom brightness settings.
If you have a transflective screen, you should slect the “Auto Off in Bright Light” option.
Figure 26. Armor Utilities Panel – Backlight Tab
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Serial/OEM Tab
CAUTION!
These options are set at the factory for your particular
configuration. Do not change these settings unless directed by
DRS Technical Support personnel. Doing so could render your
Flexspace or custom card inoperable.
The Serial/OEM tab (Figure 27) provides a way of enabling custom circuit cards like GPS or
GPRS cards that have been installed in the Flexspace of your X10. The Flexspace is a
customizable interface inside the tablet that allows customer-selected or specially designed
cards to work with the ARMOR X10.
The top-level ON and OFF buttons enable or disable the Flexspace capability. The Current
State toggles enable or disable the available connector ports.
Figure 27. Armor Utilities Panel – Serial/OEM Tab
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OEM Button Tab
The OEM Button tab (Figure 28) provides a way to customize the operation of the OEM button
located on the PC Control Panel. The button can be programmed to perform multiple functions
depending on how long the button is pressed and the current power state of the computer.
Refer to Configuring the OEM Button for a detailed description and instructions.
Figure 28. Armor Utilities Panel – OEM Button Tab
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Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel Utility
The TSHARC control panel provides options for configuring one or two displays, calibrating the
touch screen, and adjusting the contact settings for the stylus.
To open the TSHARC panel, click on the TSHARC icon in the task bar tray or select Start Æ
All Programs Æ Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel. The Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel
opens as shown in Figure 29. Refer to Touch Screen Calibration and Settings for detailed
instructions in using these settings.
NOTE
The Capacitive tab is not used with the ARMOR X10.
Screen Selection Tab
The Screen Selection tab is only used when you have a second display configured. It allows you
to select which display you want to calibrate. Refer to Operating with a Second Display for
detailed instructions.
Figure 29. Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel – Screen Selection Tab
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Calibration Tab
The Calibration tab provides calibration options for an X10 equipped with a touch-sensitive
screen. This calibration aligns the tip of the on-screen cursor with the touchdown point of the
stylus. To use this tab in calibrating your display, refer to the procedure in Calibrating the Touch
Screen.
Figure 30. Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel – Calibration Tab
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Click Settings Tab
The Click Settings tab is shown in Figure 31 and provides options to adjust the right-click and
double-click functions. Refer to Adjusting the Click Settings for the Touch Screen Stylus for
instructions on using these settings.
Figure 31. Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel – Click Settings Tab
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Touch Settings Tab
The options on this tab are currently not available with the ARMOR X10.
Figure 32. Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel – Touch Settings Tab
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Tablet and Pen Settings Utility
Windows XP Tablet lets you customize the tablet and the pen settings to suit the way you work
with an active pen. To open the Tablet and Pen Settings window, select Start Æ Control Panel
Æ Tablet and Pen Settings. Refer to Tablet and Pen Settings for Windows XP for instructions
on using these settings.
Settings Tab
The Settings tab is shown in Figure 33. With this tab, you can select whether you want to use
the pen with the left hand or right hand, select menu positions, and calibrate the screen.
Figure 33. Tablet and Pen Settings Window – Settings Tab
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Display Tab
The Display tab is shown in Figure 34. Refer to Tablet and Pen Settings for Windows XP for
instructions in using these settings.
NOTE
It is recommended you do not use the Screen Orientation options
to rotate the screen as this can cause the X10 to lose screen
calibration. Instead, we recommend the procedures in Rotating
the Screen.
The Screen Brightness settings are not available from this window. To adjust the screen
brightness, refer to Display Management.
Figure 34. Tablet and Pen Settings Window – Display Tab
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Pen Options Tab
The Pen Options tab is shown in Figure 35. Use this tab to adjust pen settings such as double-
click, right-click, hover, and launch Input Panel. Refer to Tablet and Pen Settings for Windows
XP for instructions in using these settings.
Figure 35. Tablet and Pen Settings Panel – Pen Options Tab
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Intel PROSet Wireless Utility
This utility enables you to manage your wireless network connections. To open the utility,
double-click on the Intel PROSet Wireless Utility icon in the task bar tray or select Start Æ
All Programs Æ Intel PROSet Wireless. The Intel PROSet Wireless window opens as shown
in Figure 36. Refer to Managing Your Wireless LAN Connections for procedures to configure
and access your wireless network connections.
Figure 36. Intel PROSet/Wireless Panel
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IVT BlueSoleil Utility
This utility helps you manage your Bluetooth connections to wireless devices. To access this
utility, right-click on the BlueSoleil icon on the task bar and select the Display Classic View
option. The BlueSoleil window opens as shown in Figure 37. Refer to Managing Your Bluetooth
Connections for instructions on connecting to wireless devices.
Figure 37. IVT BlueSoleil Utility
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Realtek Audio Manager
This application is loaded with the sound card drivers and is provided for users who have a desk
or vehicle docking station. The ARMOR 10 audio card supports a stereo or monaural output to
an external speaker system only through the docking station audio connectors.
To activate the Audio Manager, click on the Audio Manager icon in the task bar tray or select
Start Æ Control Panel Æ Realtek HD Sound Effect Manager. The Audio Manager panel
opens as shown in Figure 38. Click on the Help option for information on configuring and using
this application.
Figure 38. Realtek Audio Manager Panel
Special Software Applications
You may have software programs other than those provided by DRS or the Windows XP Tablet
operating system that were specially installed on your X10 for your operating needs. The
operation and use of these applications is beyond the scope of this user’s guide. Please refer to
the help resources supplied with each application or contact your IT personnel to receive any
required training.
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Quick Reference List
Table 5 provides a quick reference list of configuration or monitoring tasks and their
corresponding software resources.
Table 5. Quick Reference List
TASK OBJECTIVE RESOURCES
Power Settings Monitor battery power,
configure standby.
Start Æ Control Panel Æ Power
Options
Power Button
options
Configure Power Button
actions.
Start Æ All Programs Æ ARMOR
Utilities Æ OEM Button tab
Monitor Batteries
View charge status and
number of charge cycles for
each battery.
Start Æ All Programs Æ ARMOR
Utilities Æ Batteries tab
or
Task Bar Æ right click on Battery
icon (when on batteries only)
Monitor Internal
Temperatures
Monitor key system
temperatures.
Start Æ All Programs Æ Armor
Utilities Æ Health tab
Screen
Calibration and
Touch Settings
Touch screen calibration,
stylus touch settings for
touch tablets only.
Start Æ All Programs Æ Hampshire
TSHARC Control Panel
Active pen screen
calibration, pen touch
settings for pen tablets only.
Start Æ Control Panel ÆTablet and
Pen Settings
Display Settings Adjust backlight (brightness).
Start Æ All Programs Æ ARMOR
Utilities Æ Backlight tab
or
Task Bar Æ Armor Utilities icon
Video Settings Display settings, color
corrections, hot keys.
Right click on desktop Æ Graphics
Properties option
or
Start Æ Control Panel Æ Intel® GMA
Driver for Mobile
and
Start Æ Control Panel Æ Display
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Audio Settings Set audio effects, input and
output levels.
Start Æ Control Panel Æ Sounds
and Audio Devices
and
Task Bar Æ right click on master
volume icon for menu options
Wireless LAN
Settings
Connect to/disconnect from
a wireless network, turn
wireless on/off, configure
LAN settings.
Start Æ All Programs Æ Intel®
PROSet/Wireless
or
Task Bar Æ Intel PROSet Wireless
icon
and
Start Æ Control Panel Æ Network
Connections
Bluetooth Settings Manage Bluetooth wireless
device connections.
Task Bar Æ BlueSoleil icon Æ
Display Classic View
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5. Working with Your ARMOR X10 Tablet
Entering Data Using the Input Panel
Tap on the Input Panel icon on the task bar to open the Input Panel window, as shown in
Figure 39.
Figure 39. Input Panel with No Mode Showing (for illustration purposes only)
Using the Input Panel, you can write notes in your own handwriting or enter data one character
at a time with the digital pen or the stylus.
The Input Panel has three modes for entering data: On-Screen Keyboard mode, Character Pad
mode and Writing Pad mode. Each mode has a button on the left side of the panel. The Input
Panel will always open in the last mode that was selected or used.
Writing Pad
Pressing the top mode button opens the Writing Pad (Figure 40) within the Input Panel. In this
mode, you can enter text by using the stylus in your own handwriting, or “ink”. The Writing Pad
is especially useful for tasks such as taking notes or adding text to an existing text file. As you
write, the Input Panel expands to accommodate more text as needed. If you want to convert ink
to text, the Input Panel does so dynamically.
Figure 40. Writing Pad Mode
Character Pad
Pressing the middle button opens the Character Pad (Figure 41). The character pad can also
convert your ink to text so that it can be inserted into a program, but this mode is used to enter
one letter at a time using the stylus. The Character Pad is particularly useful when you need
high accuracy—for example, when you’re entering an email address or a URL. The characters
that you enter into the character pad are immediately converted to text, so you can spot errors
immediately.
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Figure 41. Character Pad Mode
On-screen Keyboard
Use the on-screen keyboard (Figure 42) when you don’t want to use ink but you do want to use
the pen, or when you’re using a Tablet Computer without an attached keyboard. Simply tap the
letters on the keyboard to form words. The Input Panel enters the text directly in the field or at
the insertion point of the active program. The on-screen keyboard is especially useful for
entering small amounts of text, such as passwords and file names.
Figure 42. On-Screen Keyboard Mode
Customizing the Input Panel
You can customize the Input Panel based on your personal preferences, such as automatic text
insertion, changing the ink thickness, and adjusting the amount of space between lines in the
writing area. Click on the icon to open a submenu and select Options.
Writing Documents Using Microsoft Windows Journal
Microsoft Windows Journal allows you to take notes or create documents in your own
handwriting, just like on a sheet of paper, but with many capabilities of a word processor. You
can later convert your writing to text if you wish or leave it as “ink.” Your hand-written entries are
completely searchable just like typed text.
To open Windows Journal, click on Start Æ All Programs Æ Windows Journal.
See the Help options in the Windows Journal toolbar for instructions and tutorials on using
Windows Journal.
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Entering Data Using Speech Recognition
NOTE
You must have a high-quality microphone to use speech
effectively. Look for a microphone that is built specifically for
speech recognition programs.
With a USB microphone attached to the ARMOR X10, you can use your voice either to dictate
information or give commands to the computer. For example, you can enter dictation as text into
a program. You can use voice commands to cut, copy or paste text, format text that you have
dictated, save documents, switch between programs, move around within a program, or perform
other actions to control any Windows-based program. As you speak into your microphone, the
Input Panel changes your spoken words into text.
To activate speech recognition, click on the Input Panel icon and select Speech. Follow the
on-screen instructions to train the software to recognize your voice.
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6. Networking
Your ARMOR X10 has two built-in wireless network capabilities: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi™
(wireless fidelity). The Bluetooth network is primarily used for connecting wireless devices such
as a wireless printer or scanner to your computer. It can also connect your X10 to a network
entry point. The Wi-Fi network is primarily used for higher bandwidth connections such as
Internet to a wireless LAN.
The X10 can also be connected to a LAN using a standard Ethernet cable.
Managing Your Bluetooth Connections
Your ARMOR X10 is equipped with a Bluetooth network interface that enables you to connect
your computer to a variety of wireless devices such as routers, printers, keyboards, mice and
even headsets or cell phones. The range of these connections is approximately 30 ft or 10
meters.
To see what devices are available to connect to, right-click on the BlueSoleil icon on the task
bar and select Display Classic View. The IVT BlueSoleil window will open, as shown in Figure
43.
For information on using the BlueSoleil application click on the Help option.
Figure 43. IVT BlueSoleil Utility
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Managing Your Wireless LAN Connections
To access a wireless LAN or to verify a connection, click on the wireless icon in the task bar
or click on Start Æ All Programs Æ IntelPROSet Wireless to open the Intel PROSet/Wireless
window. Be sure the button in the lower left corner says “Wireless On.” If it says “Wireless Off,”
click on it to turn on the wireless radio. The button label will change to “Wireless On.”
Any networks in range will be shown as a separate entry in the Wireless Networks field with
signal strength bars to the left of the entry, as shown in Figure 44. The range of connection for
Wi-Fi is approximately 300 feet or 100 meters. To refresh the screen and search for additional
networks, click on the Refresh button. To disconnect from a network, highlight it and click on
Disconnect. Multiple connections of different types are possible.
For additional information on using the Intel PROSet Wi-Fi application, click on the Help option.
Figure 44. Wireless Network Access
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Turning Off the Wireless Card
Sometimes you may want to turn off the wireless card but keep working on your computer, as
when travelling on an airplane – the wireless transmitter can interfere with the aircraft’s sensitive
electronic systems.
To shut off your wireless card, left-click on the wireless icon in the task bar and select the
Wireless Off option, or click on Start Æ All Programs Æ IntelPROSet /Wireless to open the
Intel PROSet/Wireless window and then click on the button in the lower left of the window and
select Wireless Off.
Note that the button is now labeled “Wireless Off”. To turn the wireless card back on, select the
Wireless On option.
Wireless Signal Quality
Wireless signal quality is affected by several conditions:
• Distance from the access point (wireless transmit and receive antennas).
• Access rights (set up through an administrator).
• Your security settings.
• Orientation of the wireless antennas.
If you are having difficulty connecting to your network, try the following steps:
1. Left-click on the wireless icon in the task bar and verify that the Wireless On option
has a check by it. If not, select the Wireless On option to turn on the wireless radio.
2. If your tablet is not locked in a vehicle mount, try turning the unit in various directions to
improve signal quality.
3. Try to get closer to the access point.
4. Move away from obstacles such as trees and metal objects which may be between you
and the Access Point.
5. Verify that the access point is operating.
If none of these actions solves the problem, contact your Network Administrator for assistance.
Accessing a Network using an Ethernet Cable
The ARMOR X10 comes with an RJ-45 connector that allows a cable connection to an Ethernet
LAN. This connection supports the 10/100 Base-T LAN standard. The connector is on the right
side of the unit as shown in Figure 4. Follow the procedure in Table 6 to set up a physical LAN
connection.
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Table 6. Set up a Physical LAN Connection
STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
1. You will need to contact your IT
department or internet provider to access
the server and obtain an IP address for
your X10.
2. When you obtain your IP address, click
on Start Æ Settings Æ Network
Connections.
This will open the Network Connections
window.
3. Click on File Æ New Connection. The New Connection Wizard opens.
4. Click Next and follow the instructions to
set up your connection per your IT
department or internet provider.
If you are having problems with your Ethernet LAN connection, check for a network icon in the
taskbar tray with a red “x” beside it , and select Start Æ Control Panel Æ Network
Connections. Double-click on the Local Area Connection entry (not Wireless Network
Connection) that has the red “x”. Note the error message and correct the problem or contact
your network administrator.
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7. Optional Wireless Capabilities
Flexspace
The ARMOR X10 has a special compartment with a flexible interface that can accommodate
custom circuit cards for added capability. This flexible card interface, or Flexspace, uses a 40-
pin SMT stacking connector that provides power, 4 serial com ports, two USB ports and OEM
connections. Cards can be designed by the customer or specially built by DRS. A separate
space for a Flexspace card antenna is located behind the cover on the upper right side of the
table (see Figure 2).
For more information on the Flexspace and its capabilities, contact DRS Tactical Systems toll
free at 1-888-872-1100.
Global Positioning Satellite (GPS) Capability
The ARMOR X10 can be equipped with a built-in GPS receiver and antenna that is capable of
providing your position coordinates accurately to within 5 meters anywhere on the planet. The
GPS engine is a Leadtek® LR9548S 20-channel receiver that is based on the GPS signal
search capabilities of the SiRFstarIII™ low power single chipset (GSC3f/LP-7879), SiRF’s
newest chipset technology. The GPS circuit board is housed internally in a unique flexible
compartment that provides space for a number of custom configurations.
Ease of Integration
The X10 GPS is designed to allow quick and easy integration for a wide range of OEM
applications such as:
• PDA, Pocket PC, and other computing devices
• Car and marine navigation
• Fleet Management applications / Ocean Surveillance Information System Evolutionary
Development
• Automatic Vehicle Location (AVL) application and Location-Based Services（LBS）
• Hand-held devices (HHDs) for personal positioning and navigation
• Satellite-based augmentation systems e.g. US WAAS or the European EGNOS system
NMEA Standard Support
The receiver supports the National Maritime Electronics Association (NMEA) standard, Version
2.20, January 1, 1997, and outputs the following sentences, depending on the applications
selected:
• GGA - Time, position and fix-related data
• GLL - Latitude and longitude of present position, time of position fix and status
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• GSA – Receiver operating mode, satellites used in the position solution, and dilution
of precision (DOP) values
• RMC – Time, date, position, course and speed data
• VTG – Actual course and speed relative to the ground
For information and assistance with GPS capability, please contact DRS Tactical Systems toll
free at 1-888-872-1100.
GPS Specifications
The following table provides technical specifications for the Leadtek® LR9548S GPS receiver.
Table 7. Leadtek LR9548S GPS Receiver Specifications
ITEM PARAMETER SPECIFICATION
Chipset GSC3f/LP-7879 SiRF StarIII low power single chip
General Frequency L1, 1575.42 MHz
C/A code 1.023 MHz chip rate
Channels 20
Sensitivity -159dBm
Accuracy Position 10 meters, 2D RMS
5 meters 2D RMS, WAAS corrected
<5meters(50%)
Velocity 0.1 meters/second
Time 1 microsecond synchronized to GPS
time
Datum Default WGS-84
Other selectable for other Datum
Time to First Fix
(TTFF) (Open Sky &
Stationary
Requirements)
Reacquisition 0.1 sec., average
Snap start 1 sec., average
Hot start 1 sec., average typical TTFF
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ITEM PARAMETER SPECIFICATION
Warm start 35 sec., average typical TTFF
Cold start 42 sec., average typical TTFF
Dynamic
Conditions
Altitude 18,000 meters (60,000 feet) max.
Velocity 515 meters/second (1000 knots) max.
Acceleration 4g, max.
Jerk 20 meters/second
3
, max.
Power Main power input 3.3 ~ 5.0 VDC input
Power consumption ≈165 mW (continuous mode)
Supply Current ≈49 mA
Backup Power 1.65 ~ 5.0 VDC input.
Serial Port Electrical interface Two full duplex serial TTL interface.
Protocol messages NMEA-0183@4800 bps (Default)
Time-1PPS
Pulse
Level TTL
Pulse duration The 1PPS pulse width is 1 μs, this
1PPS is NOT suited to steer various
oscillators (timing receivers,
telecommunications system, etc).
Time reference At the pulse positive edge.
Measurement Aligned to GPS second, ±1
microsecond
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8. Backup and Restore Procedures for
Spinning Media Hard Drives
Backup with QuickBack™
If your hard drive is a spinning media hard drive, QuickBack™ is included with your software
package as a backup and restore feature. It allows you to make an exact copy of your hard
disk’s contents on a hidden partition of your computer. You can then use this backup to restore
your PC if the hard drive becomes partially corrupted.
NOTE
If the entire hard drive becomes corrupted or the hard drive is
damaged, this restore feature may not work.
ARMOR X10 ruggedized tablets implement the QuickBack™ functionality using the Acronis
True Image OEM software package. The True Image application provides a number of useful
System Backup features including the creation and storage of an Archival Backup, the ability to
store up to two additional User created Backups, and the ability to create an Emergency
Bootable CD for System Recovery.
The QuickBack backup feature is only one part of a complete tablet backup strategy. As
mentioned above, if the entire hard drive becomes corrupted or if the hard drive itself becomes
defective then the QuickBack™ feature will not be able to restore the system. Even if the
System Recovery CD is used, it looks for the backup data on the hard drive. The periodic use
of an alternate backup tool is recommended to provide backups on external media in case of
catastrophic hard drive failures.
You may wish to purchase the upgraded full-featured Acronis True Image tool to be able to
backup and recover all data saved from an external drive.
Disk Partitions
The hard drive is divided into several sections or “Partitions”. The C: partition is the primary
partition that contains the Windows files, Application Program files, User files, etc. The C:
Partition is used as the primary system boot drive for normal operations.
The D: partition contains space for QuickBack™ Backups of the C: Partition. The D: partition
has been made large enough to contain at least two standard-sized compressed User-
generated backups.
The compressed backup copy of a partition can only be stored in one of the other partitions for
backup purposes. This allows you to overcome the most common disk corruption issues and to
restore the system back to the last saved state.
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How to Access QuickBack™ for Initial Set-Up and Help Features
Once installed, the QuickBack™ feature can be accessed by clicking on the Acronis True Image
shortcut on the computer’s desktop. You can also access it by clicking on Start Æ All
Programs Æ Acronis Æ True Image. The program includes an easy to use wizard interface
and detailed HELP features. The startup screen is shown in Figure 45.
Figure 45. QuickBack™ Graphical User Interface
Archive Backup
The original Archive Backup is created automatically when you select the “Install QuickBack™”
icon on the Desktop.
NOTE
The QuickBack™ install is a lengthy process involving an
automatic re-partitioning of the hard drive and the automatic
backup process. A USB or other physical keyboard should be
used for this operation.
The initial installation takes approximately 25 minutes. Subsequent user initiated backups will
take less time. The system should be connected to external power prior to the initial installation
or any subsequent user backup in order to ensure the backup process completes without
interruption. The Archive Backup contains the original C and D partitions and is stored in a
compressed form in a hidden partition on the system hard disk.
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This hidden partition is not visible or accessible to you with the standard system file access
toolset. To use the Archive Backup to restore the hard drive, press the F11 option (with external
keyboard) when prompted during the system boot to immediately start the standalone True
Image Application.
NOTE
If you choose the “Restore Original System Installation” option,
any changes or additions to either of these two partitions since
the initial QuickBack™ installation will be lost. This includes User
Backups that have been placed in the D partition area.
Within the True Image application, you can select the “Restore Original System Installation”
button and follow the on-screen directions to restore the entire Archive Backup onto the C and D
partitions of the System Hard Drive.
User Backups
You can create up to two User Backups of the C partition (Compressed copies of C are stored
up to the available space in the D partition). Backups are typically created as desired by using
the True Image application under Windows. Backups are stored into the D partition of the
system hard drive. Currently, with the existing C partition size, the size of the D partition allows
up to two Backups to be saved at one time.
If you increase the C partition significantly with the addition of new software, then only one
backup copy can be stored. With the addition of very large amounts of user data it is possible to
grow the partition content large enough that it cannot be compressed into the available space
on the D partition (In this case the True Image will inform you that no backup into the requested
location is possible).
System Recovery CD
You can create a System Recovery CD using the True Image Application. For example, if the C
drive becomes corrupted (system fails to boot normally), the Recovery CD allows you to boot
the system to the True Image Application. You can then restore the C partition from one of the
Backups.
Note that you create the Recovery CD using Windows and an attached CD disk drive with write
capability. To create the Bootable CD, please refer to your Windows documentation. To boot
from the Recovery CD, follow the procedure in Table 8. Formatted: Underline, Font color: Blue
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Table 8. Boot the X10 from the Recovery CD
STEP ACTION
1. Connect a USB CD-ROM Drive to the USB port.
2. Place the recovery CD in the CD drive.
3. Select Boot Manager.
4. Boot the system and press the <ESC> key when the ARMOR splash screen
appears.
5. Select the CD drive (the exact text depends on the type of drive being used).
The recovery disc can actually make a brand new backup, which can be handy if you want to
copy a data partition on a PC that’s no longer bootable.
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9. Removal and Replacement
Removing and Replacing the Hard Drive
NOTE
This drive should only be removed or installed by a qualified technician.
The hard drive is located in a slot in the bottom of the tablet. Follow the procedure in Table 9 to
remove or replace the drive.
Table 9. Remove and Replace the Hard Drive
STEP ACTION
1. Remove the soft carry case cover, if installed and lay the ARMOR X10 tablet face
up on a clean surface.
2. Using a #1 Philips screwdriver, remove the four screws at the bottom right of the
tablet securing the hard drive cover (see Figure 6) and remove the cover.
3. Use the pull tab on the end of the drive to remove the drive from the tablet.
4. Insert the replacement drive with the label down and press gently until it seats.
5. Replace the cover and secure with the four screws.
Removing and Replacing an Optional PCMCIA Card
The PCMCIA slots are located on the top left side of the tablet, as shown in Figure 3. Follow the
procedure in Table 10 to remove or install a card.
Table 10. Remove and Replace a PCMCIA Card
STEP ACTION
1. Remove the four screws securing the PCMCIA slot cover.
2. Grasp the card and pull to remove it.
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CAUTION!
Do not force the card into the slot. If it binds, remove the card and try again.
Be sure the card is not cocked at an angle and spanning two slots.
3. Insert the replacement card carefully into the slot and press in until it seats. It
should slide in smoothly.
4. Replace the cover.
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10. Display Management
Adjusting the Display Brightness Manually
Your ARMOR X10 Tablet Computer is configured for manual adjustment of screen brightness
(or backlight level) by default. The backlight level can be adjusted manually in two ways: by
repeatedly pressing the OEM button or by adjusting the slider in the Backlight tab of the Armor
Utilities panel.
Using the OEM Button
Your OEM button is pre-configured by default to adjust the backlight level in incremental steps
starting with minimum brightness and increasing in 8 steps to maximum brightness. Once the
maximum level is reached, pressing the OEM button again will repeat the cycle. You can
change the operation of the OEM button to better suit your needs by following the procedures in
Configuring the OEM Button in the Appendix.
Using the Armor Utilities Backlight Tab
Open ARMOR Utilities by clicking on Start Æ All Programs Æ Armor Utilities and selecting
the Backlight tab. The Backlight tab opens as shown in Figure 46.
Figure 46. Armor Utilities Screen – Backlight Tab
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NOTE
Do not use the “Auto Off in Bright Light” setting as this could turn
off your display under bright light conditions.
The Brightness slider allows you to manually adjust the backlight brightness. Touch the tab on
the bar and slide it to the left or right to achieve the desired brightness. The Manual LCD
Brightness value represents the LCD brightness level as a number between 0 and 255. A
setting of 127 is the mid point. This readout is a handy reference that you can use to quickly set
the brightness to a desired value.
If you have selected the Backlight Cycling option on the OEM tab (see Configuring the OEM
Button in The Appendix), you can change the brightness in 32 increments by pressing the
Security Key button repeatedly.
Adjusting the Brightness Automatically
When the X10 is configured for automatic brightness control, the backlight level is automatically
adjusted by an ambient light sensor. If the ambient light decreases, the brightness also
decreases proportionally; if the ambient light increases, the brightness increases.
To enable automatic brightness adjustment, check the Light Sensor On/Off box in the
Backlight tab.
Setting the Advanced Backlight Control
The Advanced Backlight control allows custom adjustments of the brightness range under
different lighting conditions or for different personal preferences. To make custom modifications
to the backlight settings, check the Light Sensor On/Off box and click on the Advanced
Backlight button. The Advanced Backlight Control window opens, as shown in Figure 47.
NOTE
You must select the “Light Sensor On/Off” option on
the Backlight tab to access the Advanced Backlight
Control window.
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Figure 47. Advanced Backlight Control Window.
The labels at the bottom of the blue window in Figure 47 represent ambient light levels from
completely dark to bright sunlight. This range is divided into two portions: Indoor/Night-time and
Outdoor.
The Indoor/Night-time portion represents the range of light levels encountered in a lighted
building or in a night-time setting. The Outdoor portion represents the range of light levels
encountered outside in overcast conditions to clear sky conditions. The black slanted line, or
“ramp”, indicates the currently configured brightness adjustment range.
There are three slider adjustments for the advanced backlight control:
1) Backlight Minimum – The Backlight Minimum slider sets the minimum level from which
the backlight will automatically adjust. Set this slider to the minimum level you want the
brightness to reach.
2) Start Ramp – The Start Ramp slider sets the ambient light level at which the backlight
begins to brighten from its minimum setting. Set this slider to the minimum level you
want when the ambient light level for your location is at its minimum.
3) End Ramp – The End Ramp slider sets the ambient light level at which the backlight
reaches maximum brightness. Set this slider to the maximum brightness you want when
the ambient light level for your location is at its maximum.
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Touch Screen Calibration and Settings (Touch Tablets Only)
Calibrating the Touch Screen
The stylus tip should be closely aligned with the cursor arrow when the stylus is in contact with
the display. If the stylus and the cursor are not within approximately 1/8th inch of each other,
perform the calibration procedure in Table 11. Refer to Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel
Utility for a description of the settings and options.
CAUTION!
This procedure is for ARMOR X10 touch tablets only. For pen
tablets, refer to Calibrating the Active Pen Screen.
NOTE
Use the stylus instead of a fingertip to calibrate the touch screen.
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Table 11. Calibrate the Touch Screen
STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
1. Select Start Æ All ProgramsÆ
Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel and
select the Calibration tab.
A calibration target is displayed with
arrows moving inward, as shown below.
2. Select the Configure button. The Calibration Options screen is
displayed, as shown below.
3. Select the 4-point calibration pattern and
click OK.
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STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
NOTE
Use care not to accidentally touch the
screen with a finger or the palm of the
hand while performing the calibration.
4. Touch the moving calibration target to
begin.
A calibration point appears in the upper
left corner, as shown below:
5. Touch and hold each calibration point
until it contracts and the word
“RELEASE” is displayed beside it.
6. Lift the stylus from the calibration point. The next calibration point appears.
7. Continue until all calibration points have
been touched.
The message “Touch the screen to verify
the target moves to your finger” appears.
8. Touch and hold the stylus to the screen
and drag the target when it appears.
The target moves in response to the
movement of the stylus.
9. Tap the Test button and touch at various
points around the screen. Note the
position of the cursor tip relative to the
point of contact of the stylus tip.
10. Select OK to apply and save the new
settings.
TOUCH
HERE
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STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
11. If the difference between the cursor arrow
tip and the stylus tip is still too large,
perform the calibration again using a
higher number of test points. If the
calibration is still off after 5 attempts,
return the X10 for repair or call DRS
Technical Support at 1-888-872-1100.”
Adjusting the Click Settings for the Touch Screen Stylus
The Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel also provides adjustments for the touch actions of the
stylus, such as the size of the touch area, right-click delay, double-click area, and double-click
speed.
Right-Click Area
This slider adjusts the size of the right-click touchdown area. The larger the area, the less
accurate the stylus tip has to be in proximity to the object you want to right-click. This is
especially true if you use a fingertip instead of the stylus. However, this increases the chance of
right-clicking on the wrong object when options or icons are closer together.
Right-Click Delay
This slider adjusts the time the stylus must remain in contact with the touch screen before the
computer interprets it as a right-click. This must be long enough so that the computer does not
mistake it for a left-click action.
Double-Click Area
This slider adjusts the size of the double-click touchdown area to accommodate different hand
and finger movement styles. The larger the area, the more likely the computer is to detect both
taps and correctly interpret them as a double-click. However, the area must not be too large or
you could end up double-clicking on the wrong object.
Double-Click Speed
This slider adjusts the sample time between the first and second click. The higher the setting,
the shorter the sample time and the faster you must tap to have the computer correctly interpret
the action as a double-click. The setting must be fast enough so that the computer does not
interpret the action as a left click.
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Table 12. Adjust Stylus Click Settings for the Touch Screen
STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
1. Select Start Æ All ProgramsÆ
Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel
and select the Click Settings tab.
The Click Settings tab opens, as shown
below.
2. Check the Enable Right-Click box.
3. Move the Right-Click Area slider to
the right to increase the right click
touch-down area (default value is 6)
and click on Apply.
The farther to the right, the larger the touch-
down area. This should be set to an area
that is as large as your fingertip.
4. Move the Right-Click Delay slider to
the right to increase the time the
stylus has to remain in contact with
the screen and initiate a right-click
action (default value is 5 tics from the
left) and click on Apply.
The farther to the right, the longer the delay
before the right-click action takes place.
5. Move the Double-Click Area slider to
the right to increase the size of the
touch-down area (default value is 25).
Adjust this area for a good double-click
action using the fingertip.
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STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
6. Move the Double-Click Speed slider
to the right to require a faster double-
click.
The further to the right, the faster you have to
double-click to generate a good action.
Caring For the Touchscreen
With minimal maintenance, the touch screen will last many years. When operating the touch
screen, you should not use an abrasive or metallic pointer as this may damage the screen. We
recommend using your fingertip or the plastic-tipped stylus that came with your tablet. Use a
plastic cleaner such as Plexus™ to clean the stylus tip.
CAUTION!
Do not exceed 60 psi when using compressed air to clean the
display. Damage to the screen surface could result.
Be careful not to let sand or grit stay on the screen. Be careful not to let sand or grit stay on the
screen as this can scratch the surface if wiped with a cloth. Clean the display surface first with
dry compressed air.
Any non-ammonia based glass cleaner can be used to clean the touch screen. Always spray
the glass cleaner on the cloth or towel and then wipe the touch screen. Use a lint-free swab or
soft brush to remove stubborn foreign matter. If necessary use a small amount of alcohol or dish
soap.
Use a solution of dish soap and water to remove biological contaminants. If further cleaning is
needed, use a solution of 5-10% chlorine bleach in clean water. Use this with caution as it could
result in discoloration of material finishes.
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Pen Screen Calibration and Settings (Pen Tablets Only)
The pen tablet utilizes a proximity-sensing electromagnetic digitizer. This component tells the
computer the pen’s exact position relative to the screen. The computer senses the pen as it
nears the display and the cursor appears when the pen is approximately an inch away. This
allows visibility of the exact location of input before making actual contact with the display.
Calibrating the Active Pen Screen
The active pen screen should be calibrated using the procedure in Table 13 any time display
options or pen settings are changed. Refer to Tablet and Pen Settings Utility for a description of
the settings and options for the Tablet and Pen Settings window.
CAUTION!
This procedure is for ARMOR X10 Pen tablets only. For Touch
tablets, refer to Calibrating the Touch Screen.
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Table 13. Calibrate the Active Pen Screen
STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
1. Go to: Start Æ Control Panel Æ
Tablet and Pen Settings.
The Tablet and Pen Settings window opens
with the Settings tab displayed, as shown
below.
2. Select Calibrate. Follow the on-
screen instructions for calibrating the
screen.
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Tablet and Pen Settings for Windows XP
Settings Tab
The Settings tab is shown in Figure 48. The Handedness and Menu Location settings are set to
Right-handed by default. To more efficiently use the pen with the left hand, select the Left-
handed option and then select Left-handed (menu appears on right).
Figure 48. Settings Tab of the Tablet and Pen Settings Panel.
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Display Tab
The Display tab (Figure 49) allows you to select screen orientation and to adjust screen
brightness.
NOTE
It is recommended you not use the Screen Orientation options to
rotate the screen as this could cause the X10 to lose screen
calibration. Instead, we recommend the procedures in Rotating
the Screen.
Screen Orientation
Primary landscape – This is the default orientation setting for your tablet. When used in
this position, the PC Control panel is located to the upper right.
Secondary landscape – This setting rotates the screen 180º from the default position.
Primary portrait – This setting rotates the screen 90º counterclockwise from the default
orientation.
Secondary portrait – This setting rotates the screen 270º counterclockwise from the default
orientation.
Sequence – Use these settings to determine the sequence of screen orientations that will
occur when you repeatedly rotate the screen.
Screen Brightness
These options are not available with the ARMOR X10. To adjust the screen brightness, refer to
the Display Management section.
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Figure 49. Display Tab of the Tablet and Pen Settings Panel.
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Pen Options Tab
Use this tab (Figure 50) to adjust pen settings such as double-click, right-click, hover, and
launch Input Panel.
Highlight the desired setting and click on the Settings button. Follow the instructions to make
the appropriate adjustments and select available options.
You can also elect to use the pen button (located on the barrel of the pen) to right-click instead
of hovering at a point on the screen. You can also elect to use the top of the pen to erase if that
feature is included with the pen.
Figure 50. Pen Options Tab of the Tablet and Pen Settings Panel.
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Caring for the Pen Tablet Screen
Keeping your display screen clean will improve resolution and brightness. Be careful not to let
sand or grit stay on the screen as this can scratch the glass if wiped with a cloth. Clean surfaces
first with dry compressed air.
Any non-ammonia based glass cleaner can be used to clean the screen. Always spray the glass
cleaner on the cloth or towel and then wipe the screen. Use a lint-free swab or soft brush to
remove stubborn foreign matter. If necessary use a small amount of alcohol or dish soap.
We recommend that you use a solution of dish soap and water to remove biological
contaminants.
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Monitoring the Health of Your ARMOR X10
The X10 may be subjected to extreme temperature variations that can affect the internal
operating temperature of the tablet. So long as these internal temperatures remain within the
operating design parameters, the tablet should not experience any loss of functionality.
If you are experiencing problems and suspect that they are temperature related, you can
monitor the internal temperature of the X10. Click on Start Æ All Programs Æ Armor Utilities
to open the Armor Utilities window (see Figure 51) and click on the Health tab. The Health tab
displays the following internal temperatures of the X10 tablet:
• CPU core temperature
• System temperature
• Primary battery temperature
• Secondary battery temperature
Figure 51. Armor Utilities Panel with Health Tab Displayed
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Generating a Log of Temperature Variations
If the problems are occurring over time, you can record system temperature variations over time
by creating a temperature variation log file. Follow the procedure in Table 14 to set up the log
file.
Table 14. Generate a Temperature Variation Log
STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
1. Select START Æ All PROGRAMS Æ
ARMOR Utilities and click on the Health
tab.
The Health tab is displayed, as shown in
Figure 51.
2. Enter a name for the log file in the File
Name field.
The name should be in the format
xxxxx.txt
3. In the Path field, enter the path to the
folder where you want the log file to
reside or click on the Set Path button and
select the folder.
4. Select START TEMPERATURE LOG to
begin generating a record of temperature
changes over time.
5. Select the STOP TEMPERATURE LOG
option to stop recording temperatures.
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Configuring the OEM Button
The OEM button is also referred to as the Side Button or the Windows Security Key Button. To
configure the OEM Button, click on Start Æ All Programs Æ ARMOR Utilities, then select the
OEM Button tab. Figure 52 shows the options available for the OEM button and the default
values for each press. This button can be configured to perform up to three different tasks
depending on the length of press and release of the button:
• Short press-and-release option – 1 second or less.
• Medium press-and-release option – 1-2 seconds.
• Long press-and-release option – 3-4 seconds.
The available options are arranged in three columns by length of press.
NOTE
Currently, there is only one option selectable for the long press: Ctrl-Alt-
Del. The other options for long press cannot be implemented at this time
without violating Microsoft’s certification requirements.
Figure 52. Armor Utilities Panel OEM Button Tab
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Disabled
When this option is selected, all actions for this press are disabled.
Ctrl/Alt/Del
Selecting this option invokes the Ctrl+Alt+Del command and opens the Task Manager window.
Sleep Button
When this option is selected, pressing the OEM button will either place the X10 into Standby or
Hibernation mode, depending on whether one or both of these modes are enabled in Control
Panel/Power Options.
If the system is in Standby mode (not Hibernation mode), a medium press of the OEM button
will wake up the tablet. A long press will put the tablet into Hibernation mode.
Inc. Backlight
When this option is selected, and the Light Sensor On/Off option in the Backlight tab of the
Armor Utilities panel is not selected (brightness control is manual), pressing the OEM button will
cause the display brightness to increase in steps until it reaches maximum brightness, then the
cycle will start over from minimum brightness.
Dec. Backlight
When this option is selected, and the Light Sensor On/Off option in the Backlight tab of the
Armor Utilities panel is not selected (brightness control is manual), pressing the OEM button will
cause the display brightness to decrease in steps until it reaches minimum brightness, then the
cycle will start over from maximum brightness.
Toggle Backlight
When this option is enabled, pressing the OEM button will turn off the display backlight.
Pressing it again will turn on the backlight.
Cycle LCD/Display
When this option is enabled, and if a second display is connected to the X10, pressing the OEM
button repeatedly will generate the following sequence: external display only Æ both displays Æ
tablet display only. The X10 always defaults to the tablet display when started or rebooted.
Wi-Fi
When this option is enabled, pressing the OEM button turns off the Wi-Fi card. Pressing it again
turns the card back on.
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11. Battery Management
The Lithium Ion battery packs used in your ARMOR X10 computer offer the best technology
available today. These ‘Smart Batteries’ provide ARMOR X10 users with the greatest power
density and the most accurate “battery gauge” possible. To achieve the best possible
performance from your batteries, we recommend using and maintaining the batteries in
accordance with the instructions provided in this section.
Your ARMOR X10 Tablet Computer comes with one or two Lithium Ion battery packs that are
shipped separately in the box with the tablet. Due to current regulations regarding shipment of
Lithium Ion batteries, your batteries will arrive in a partially charged condition, typically with a
maximum charge of 30% to 50%.
We recommend that you fully charge your batteries before using the computer on batteries
alone. If you do not plan to use your computer immediately, be aware that the batteries will
discharge at a slow rate even when not in use.
WARNING!
Do not drop or mishandle the batteries, immerse them in water, or
subject them to high heat. Doing so could increase the risk of
explosion or leakage, and possibly cause injury.
WARNING!
The lithium-ion batteries used in this equipment contain material
that is hazardous to your health. If battery contents come in contact
with the eyes, IMMEDIATELY flush the affected area with clean
water for 15 minutes and have someone else summon medical
attention for you. Unaffected persons should assist the affected
individual in the vital first flushing of the eyes.
WARNING!
If battery material comes in contact with the skin, flush the affected
area with clean water and seek immediate medical treatment.
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Safety and Handling Considerations for Your Batteries
Please use the following safety rules when handling and using lithium-Ion batteries.
• Do not expose the batteries to very high temperatures such as an open flame.
• Do not short circuit the battery or reverse its polarity.
• Do not let children play with the batteries.
• Do not crush, dent or allow any deformation of the battery.
• Do not disassemble or open the batteries or try to alter or bypass the internal safety
circuits.
• Avoid exposing the battery to wet or extremely humid conditions.
• Avoid exposing the batteries to electrostatic discharge.
• Avoid dropping the battery.
• Do not use in or connect the battery to any other devices.
• Do not allow batteries to remain discharged for more than 1 week.
When to Recharge Batteries
NOTE
When the lowest indicator begins to flash, the battery charge is at
less than 10% charge and the tablet could shut down at any time,
resulting in the loss of any work in progress.
The Battery Gauge LEDS on the PC Control Panel indicate the remaining charge of the battery
(or batteries). At full charge, all five LED indicators of the Battery Gauge will be on steady and
the Charging Status indicator will also be on steady if external power is applied.
At full discharge, the bottom Battery Gauge indicator will be flashing. At this point, the charge
level is between 10% and 3% and the computer could shut down unexpectedly. To avoid a
sudden shutdown and possible data loss, it’s best to recharge or replace a battery when the top
four LEDs are off and the bottom (10%) LED of the Battery Gauge is on steady. However, a
battery can be recharged at any charge level without degrading the battery performance.
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How to Recharge Your Batteries
The X10 batteries automatically begin charging when installed in the ARMOR Tablet and you
apply external power.
CAUTION!
DO NOT connect the AC adapter from an external
Rapid Battery Charger into the X10 computer or
docking mechanism. This power supply is 24 VDC
and will cause permanent damage to the computer.
To recharge the batteries, plug the circular connector of the AC Adapter into the DC input
connector on the left side of the ARMOR X10, or into the PWR connector on the port replicator
or desk dock unit. The ARMOR X10 is fully functional while the batteries are charging. Using the
unit while it charges the batteries will only slightly lengthen the recharge time.
Don’t be alarmed if batteries feel warm to the touch during this process. It is normal for a battery
to become warm during charging and discharging.
Conditioning Your Battery
Lithium-ion batteries do not require a periodic deep discharge to maintain a full charge as with
nickel-cadmium (Ni-Cad) batteries. However, you can help ensure the accuracy of the battery
gauge and prolong battery life by periodically “conditioning” the battery. This involves allowing
the battery to discharge to its lower limit (10%) and then fully recharging it.
DRS recommends that you perform this battery conditioning approximately every 30 cycles for
each battery. To check the number of cycles for each battery, click on the ARMOR Utilities icon
in the task bar tray or select Start Æ All Programs Æ Armor Utilities Æ Batteries.”
How to Tell When Batteries Have Finished Charging
While the batteries are charging, the Battery Gauge LEDs will light to indicate the current level
of charge and the green Charging Status indicator will flash at about a 1 second rate. When the
batteries are fully charged, all five Battery Gauge LEDs and the Charging Status indicator will be
on steady.
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Charging a Battery with an External 2-Bay Battery Charger
CAUTION!
The ARMOR X10 battery packs are specially built for
DRS. Do not use any other model external battery
charger than that supplied by DRS to charge the X10
battery packs. Serious damage to the batteries could
result.
Sequential Charger
If you are charging only one battery pack, be sure to place it in the left slot. Two battery packs
will take approximately 2.5 hours to reach full charge. A single battery pack will often take less
than 2 hours.
Simply insert the battery and the charging process will begin automatically. An LED for each
battery indicates the current status of the charging process.
Smart (SmBus) Charger
With this charger, you can charge two batteries at the same time in about 2.5 hours. However,
the charger also has the capability to automatically condition, or “calibrate” a battery by fully
discharging it first and then fully recharging it. This calibration feature is only available with the
left slot. The total time to charge and calibrate a single battery is approximately 8 hours.
Once the battery has been charged, place it in the left slot and press the button in the center of
the front panel labeled “Push Here to Recalibrate Left Battery Bay.” This will start the calibration
process.
What to Do for Over-discharged Batteries
The Armor Tablet X10 has an internal Level 2 smart battery charger. One of the features of this
charger is that it will attempt to recover a battery that has been deeply discharged (10% or less).
This is done by applying a trickle current of 80 milliamps for about 3 minutes. This process
normally injects enough energy into the battery to allow normal re-charging to occur. If the
recovery process is successful, the Charging Status indicator will flash and the 10% LED will be
on steady or flashing. Allow the battery to charge normally.
If this normal recovery process does not work (charging status indicator will not flash and the
battery gauge LEDs will not light), perform the procedure in Table 15. Deleted: Table 15
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Table 15. Recover an Over-discharged Battery.
STEP ACTION
1. Remove both batteries.
2. Wait 5 seconds.
3. Reinstall both batteries.
4. Repeat steps 1-4 up to a maximum of five times.
5. If the batteries still fail to start re-charging, they will have to be replaced.
The following suggestions will help to prevent an over-discharge condition from occurring.
• In Windows Control Panel, Power Options, ensure the low power alarm is set to 9% and
the critical alarm is set to 3% with the Alarm Action set to shut down the system. Refer to
Setting Low Level and Critical Battery Alarms.
• Do not store the Armor X10 Tablet Computer for long periods with the batteries installed.
Even when the unit is powered off, the tablet still draws a small amount of power.
• Do not leave the Armor Table X10 batteries in a discharged condition for long periods of
time. The X10 batteries self-discharge over time. The batteries should be periodically
recharged to between 30-50% of full charge about every six months of disuse.
How to Increase Battery Service Time
The total service time, or the time that a full battery charge can support normal operations, for
the ARMOR X10 is approximately 4 hours with two batteries installed. However, this is
dependent on a variety of factors including temperature, backlight requirements and computer
usage. To ensure maximum performance of the batteries, you will need to optimize your
computer’s power management features.
Click on Start Æ Control Panel Æ Power Options. This will open the Power Options
Properties screen. Here you will find power-saving and alarm settings. You will also be able to
configure stand-by and hibernate modes.
When to Replace a Battery
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Battery life is affected by the age of the battery, its operating temperature, and the number of
discharge/charge cycles that it goes through over time. For optimum battery performance, it is
recommended that you replace your batteries according to the following schedule (NOTE:
“Normal ambient temperature” is room temperature in the range of +50ºF to +73ºF (+10ºC to
+23ºC).
Table 16. ARMOR X10 Battery Replacement Schedule
NORMAL USAGE AT NORMAL AMBIENT TEMPS AT EXTREME AMBIENT TEMPS
Stand alone or in a
Desk Dock 1 yr or after 300-400 cycles 1 yr or after 200-300 cycles
In a Vehicle Dock 2 yrs or after 300-400 cycles 2 yrs or after 200-300 cycles
To determine the battery date, check the Lot number on the battery label (see Figure 53). This
number is the date the battery was shipped. In the example shown, 0808 would represent
September 2008 so the recommended replacement date would be September 2009.
Figure 53. ARMOR X10 Battery Label
Where to Purchase Replacement Batteries
Your ARMOR X10 uses long lasting Lithium Ion batteries that are custom made for DRS
Tactical Systems, Inc. If you need to purchase replacement batteries, notify your sales
representative or contact DRS Technical Support.
Do not substitute any other batteries. Substituting batteries could damage the X10 and may
void your warranty.
SHIPPING
DATE
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How to Store Batteries When They Are Not in Use
The following storage tips will help you optimize the capacity and performance of your batteries.
• If the battery will not be in use for longer than 30 days, it is recommended that it be
removed from the computer for storage.
• Store batteries between temperatures of 32ºF to 95ºF (0ºC to 35ºC) and a humidity of
45-85%. The best place to store them is in a refrigerator or freezer.
• Do not leave batteries in direct sunlight or any other unusually hot location. Your battery
may deteriorate more quickly if stored in high temperatures such as a vehicle in the hot
sun.
• Do not expose battery terminals to metal objects or water, which may short-circuit your
battery.
• For long-term storage, it’s best to recharge as necessary to keep the battery level
between 30%–50% of full charge (to check the battery charge, insert the battery in the
computer, power up, and double-click on the Power Meter icon in the Task Bar).
Battery Tips for Best Performance
• Recharge the batteries within 24 hours of a full discharge. Batteries remaining in a fully
discharged state longer than 24 hours may deteriorate more quickly.
• Battery charging should be done at temperatures between 32°F (0°C) to 95°F (35°C),
but preferably at room temperature. The battery could deteriorate more quickly when
charged at high temperatures.
• Discharging should be done at temperatures between –10°C to +60°C, preferably room
temperature.
• You should perform a full discharge to the 10% level for each battery in operation every
30 cycles (click on the ARMOR Utilities icon in the task bar tray or select Start Æ All
Programs Æ Armor Utilities Æ Batteries to see the number of accumulated charge
cycles).
• Ideally you should fully discharge a battery pack every time before recharging it. By
charging the battery only after it is fully discharged, you will reduce the number of charge
cycles and thus extend the life of your battery.
• When operating your ARMOR X10 on external power for extended periods of time (1
week or longer), it’s best to remove the batteries and store them in a cool place until
needed. If they will be removed for longer than 30 days, see How to Store Batteries
When They Are Not in Use
• If possible, allow a battery to warm or cool to room temperature before installing it in the
computer.
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Disposing Of Your Batteries
Lithium-ion batteries are fully recyclable and should not be simply
thrown away. Please help protect our environment by turning in your
defective batteries to an authorized recycler, or send them back to DRS.
DRS Tactical Systems, Inc, supports recycling of batteries and will take
back your batteries using a Returned Material Authorization (RMA) form.
Please contact the DRS Technical Support center toll-free at 1-888-872-
1100 for more information.
Follow these precautions when handling or returning used batteries:
• Insulate the battery contacts with tape.
• Do not disassemble the batteries.
• Do not expose the batteries to flame or high heat.
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Monitoring and Improving Battery Performance
Using the Power Meter Window
You can easily monitor the current charge level of each battery by opening the Power Meter
window, as shown in Figure 54. To open the Power Meter window, double-click on the battery
icon (if operating on batteries only) or the plug icon (if external power is connected) in the
Windows task bar. You can also open the window by selecting Start Æ Control Panel Æ
Power Options and clicking on the Power Meter tab.
Battery #1 is the left-most battery when looking at the battery compartments from the back of
the computer (see Figure 17). Battery #1 is also referred to as the “primary battery”. Battery #2
is the right-hand battery and is also referred to as the “secondary battery”. This window shows
the total battery power remaining as a percentage of total charge. It also indicates the total
operating time remaining for the current battery charge.
NOTE
You must check the “Always show icon on the taskbar” option in
this window for the icon to appear in the task bar.
Figure 54. Battery Charge Status in the Power Meter Window
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Using the ARMOR Utilities Batteries Tab
You can also check the battery charge status by selecting Start Æ All Programs Æ Armor
Utilities and select the Batteries tab to open the window shown in Figure 55. A description of
this window is found in ARMOR Utilities Batteries Tab.
Figure 55. Armor Utilities Batteries Tab
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Setting Low Level and Critical Battery Alarms
You can set a warning alarm that is activated when your battery falls below the levels you have
defined as low level and critical. This is done through the Alarms tab of the Power Options
window in Control Panel. Follow the procedure in Table 17 to set the low level and critical
battery alarms.
Table 17. Set Low Level and Critical Battery Alarms.
STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
1. Select Start Æ Control Panel and
double-click on the Power Options
icon.
2. Select the Alarms tab. The Alarms tab window opens, as shown
in Figure 56.
3. Under Low battery alarm and Critical
battery alarm, specify the settings that
you want by moving the sliders.
NOTE
It is recommended that you set the low
battery alarm point to 9% and the
critical alarm point to 3%.
4. Click on Alarm Action to select the type
of alarm notification and resulting action
you want to occur for each alarm.
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Figure 56. Alarms Tab of the Power Options Properties Window
Turning Off Power-Consuming Peripherals
Peripheral devices on your computer use power. For instance, your display draws significant
power from the batteries as does your hard drive and your wireless adapter. USB devices such
as external CD-ROM drives or printers can draw power even when not in use. Because these
peripherals together can draw a significant amount of power, you should consider shutting them
down when they are not needed, or temporarily disabling them in software after a set time
delay. You can do this for your display and your hard drives in Control Panel/Power Options.
To shut off your wireless card, click on the wireless icon in the task bar or click on Start Æ
All Programs Æ IntelPROSet /Wireless to open the Intel PROSet/Wireless window. Click on
the down arrow to the right of the Wireless On button, then select Wireless Off. To turn the
wireless card back on, select the Wireless On option.
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Using Power Schemes to Conserve Batteries
Power schemes are a collection of settings that manage the power usage of your computer.
With the options in the Power Schemes tab of the Power Options Properties window, you can:
• Select from a number of pre-configured power schemes that are available in Power
Options in the Control Panel.
• Adjust individual settings of any available power scheme.
• Create your own power schemes to suit your particular system and preferences.
To access the Power Schemes tab, select Start Æ Control Panel Æ Power Options. The
Power Options Properties window opens with the Power Schemes tab displayed by default, as
shown in Figure 57.
Figure 57. Power Schemes Tab of the Power Options Properties Window
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Selecting a Pre-Configured Power Scheme
Click on the down-arrow to the right of the Power Schemes field and select one of the available
power schemes, as shown in Figure 58. The setup parameters for that scheme will appear in
the Plugged in and Running on batteries columns. “Portable/Laptop” is the default power
scheme.
Figure 58. Power Schemes Tab Showing Available Power Schemes
Customizing a Power Scheme
You can customize an available power scheme to fit your needs and then rename it and save it
as your own scheme. Just select an available power scheme from the drop-down list and
change the settings in the available fields. When you have the settings the way you want them,
click on the Save As button and enter the name you want for your new power scheme, then
click OK. Your new power scheme will appear in the Power Schemes listing.
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Activating Standby Power Mode
Standby mode is a low-power state in which your LCD and CPU turn off after a period of
inactivity. When you want to use the computer again, it comes out of standby quickly and your
desktop is restored exactly as you left it. Use the standby power mode to save battery power
when you will be away from the computer for short periods of time.
NOTE
The terms “stand by” and “standby” are used
interchangeably.
To enable standby mode, open the Power Schemes tab and select a time delay in both the
Plugged in and Running on batteries columns. Your X10 will automatically go to standby
mode after the preset time delays.
To manually force the computer into standby, select Start Æ Turn Off Computer and click on
the Stand By button.
Activating Hibernation Power Mode
Hibernation mode is a state in which your computer shuts down to save power but first saves
the any data in memory to your hard disk. When you restart the computer, your desktop is
restored exactly as you left it and you can resume any work you had in progress. Use
hibernation mode to save power when you will be away from the computer for an extended
period of time.
Enabling and Configuring Hibernation Mode
To enable Hibernation power mode and configure it for your operations, follow the procedure in
Table 18.
NOTE
Your ARMOR X10 will automatically go into
Hibernation mode when the configured time delays
expire. To resume from the hibernation mode, restart
your computer using the Power On/Off button. Your
desktop and any work in progress will be restored as
you left it.
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Table 18. Enable and Configure Hibernation Mode
STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
1. Click on Start Æ Control Panel Æ
Power Options and select the
Hibernate tab.
The Hibernate tab is displayed, as shown
in Figure 59.
2. In the Disk space for hibernation
section, verify that you have sufficient
free disk space remaining to use the
hibernation mode.
Figure 59. Hibernate Tab of the Power Options Properties Window
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3. Check the Enable Hibernation option
and click on the Apply button at the
bottom of the window.
4. Click on the Power Schemes tab. The System hibernates settings are now
available under the System standby
settings.
5. Select the time delays for the System
hibernates settings in the Plugged in
and Running on batteries columns.
6. Click OK to save the settings.
Figure 60. Power Schemes Tab with Hibernation Mode Enabled
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Manually Activating Hibernation Mode
Follow the procedure in Table 19 to manually force the X10 into hibernation mode.
Table 19. Manually Activate Hibernation Mode
STEP ACTION CONDITION OR INDICATION
1. Click on the Input Panel icon in the
Task Bar to open the Input Panel.
2. Select the on-screen keyboard by
clicking on the bottom button on the left
side of the panel.
3. On the Task Bar, Click on Start Æ Turn
Off Computer.
The “Turn off computer” window will
open.
4. Tap on the keyboard Shift key to
activate it.
The yellow Standby key label changes to
“Hibernate.”
5. Click on the Hibernate button to place
the computer in hibernation mode.
The computer will do an orderly shutdown
and turn off. Any work in progress will be
saved in memory and you can resume
where you left off when you restart the
tablet.
6. Perform a normal startup to resume you
session.
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12. Frequently Asked Questions
Following is a list of frequently asked questions about the ARMOR X10. If you don’t see an
answer to your question here, please contact DRS Technical Support at 888-872-1100 and one
of our representatives will be happy to help you.
1. What Options Are Available For Loading Software Onto The ARMOR
X10?
• Any USB storage device, i.e., CD-ROM/DVD drive, flash drive, floppy drive, etc.
• Wireless LAN
• Bluetooth wireless devices
• Direct Cable Connection
2. How Do I Install Drivers For Peripheral Devices Sold By DRS
Technologies?
The device drivers for your peripherals were pre-installed on your hard drive prior to
shipping. They are located on your C drive in a folder labeled “Drivers”. If you order a new
peripheral, the device drivers will either be on a disk shipped with the device or DRS will
provide you with a source to download the drivers.
If you are not familiar with how to update drivers, request assistance from your IT support or
contact DRS Technical Support at 888-872-1100.
3. How Do I Install Drivers For Peripheral Devices Not Sold By DRS
Technologies?
First, contact the manufacturer or vender where you purchased your peripheral or search
the internet for the latest drivers and instructions for loading the drivers.
If you still cannot locate the correct driver(s), contact DRS Technical Support at 888-872-
1100 and we will attempt to help you.
4. What External Peripherals Does the ARMOR X10 Support?
Tablet only:
• 1 USB device – CD-ROM/DVD drive, printers, flash drives, etc.
• 1 RJ45 device – network printer
• 1-2 PCMCIA devices
• 1 Flexspace device
• Bluetooth wireless devices
With a docking station or port replicator:
• Up to 4 additional USB devices
• Up to 3 serial devices
• Second display or video device
• 1 Flexspace device
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• Bluetooth wireless devices
• 1 standard parallel port device
• Up to two audio speakers
5. How Do I Activate the On-Screen Keyboard?
Click on the Input Panel icon on the task bar and then select the bottom mode button on
the left side of the panel, as shown in Figure 39. For additional information, refer to On-
screen Keyboard.
6. How Can Hand Writing Recognition Be Disabled?
• For XP Tablet Computer Edition, the handwriting recognition cannot be disabled.
• For MS Pen services, open the control panel applet for Hand Writer Settings. There is
an option located under the Personal tab that will allow you to set the time delay for
“Switch from Ink to Text Selection”. Set this adjustment to the left (0.0 seconds) to
disable Hand Writer Recognition.
• For Calligrapher, the handwriting recognition is only active when the calligrapher
program is running.
7. How Can I Open the Windows Task Manager (Ctrl-Alt-Del) Without A
Keyboard?
Press and hold the OEM button on the PC Control Panel for 4-5 seconds.
8. What Do I Do If My X10 Locks Up Or Freezes?
• Press and hold the OEM button on the PC Control Panel for 4-5 seconds to invoke the
CTRL-ALT-DEL function. Select the Applications tab and highlight the offending
application, then click on End Task.
CAUTION!
Be careful shutting down SYSTEM processes. Killing the wrong
process could render the X10 inoperative or cause an immediate
shutdown.
• If shutting down the application does not work, select the Processes tab. Highlight the
process that is locked and then click on End Process.
• If this does not fix the problem, press and hold the Power On/Off button for five seconds
to force a “hardware shutdown”. Any work in progress will be lost.
9. How Do I Clean The Docking (Champ) Connector On The Back Of The
ARMOR X10?
A non-metallic bristle brush can be used to clean out any dust or foreign particles. DRS
recommends that you not lubricate the connector as this could interfere with data
transmission and result in degraded performance.
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10. How Do I Clean The Display Surface?
When possible, remove loose dust and dirt from the display surface first with clean, dry
compressed air. Do not use high pressure air (>60 psi) or any abrasive cleaner. Use a lint-
free cotton swab or soft bristle brush to remove foreign matter around the edges of the
display.
Wipe the display surface with any non-ammonia based glass cleaner. Always spray the
glass cleaner on the cloth or towel first and then wipe the screen.
11. What Do I Do When The Pen Gets Out Of Calibration?
NOTE
Use this procedure only for pen tablets.
Follow the procedure in Calibrating the Active Pen Screen.
12. What If The Pen Still Will Not Align?
Check that the Windows Display settings have not been altered to a screen resolution other
than factory default (1024 x 768 pixels, 32 bit color quality). If so, adjust the setting to
factory default, reboot the unit and re-attempt pen alignment.
13. What Can I Do When The “Start” Button Disappears?
In pen computing, it is not uncommon for a user to inadvertently resize the task bar so that it
is not visible on the screen.
First, attempt to recover the start button and task bar by moving around the edges of the
display to see if you will get a double arrow. If you get a double arrow, simply drag the task
bar to the size you need.
If not corrected, follow these directions (NOTE: you will need to attach a USB keyboard to
perform this function. Do not attempt to use the pen during this process).
a. Press and hold the <CTRL> key and then press the <ESC> key to display the “Start”
menu.
b. Press the <ESC> button and the menu will disappear. You have now placed the focus
on the “Start” button.
c. Press <ALT>, <SPACEBAR> keys in combination to display a context menu.
d. Use the cursor keys to navigate in the context menu and highlight “Size”.
e. Press <ENTER> and the pointer will move to the middle of the taskbar along the edge
of the display and become a two-way arrow.
f. Using the cursor key, size the task bar to your preference.
g. Press the <ENTER> key to set the task bar size.
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h. To avoid this problem in the future, try sizing the task bar to a size larger than the
default. This can be done at your discretion. Windows XP also gives you the option of
locking the task bar so this will not happen. We highly recommend locking your taskbar
if you are using Windows XP. To lock your taskbar:
1) Right click on the taskbar.
2) Select the Properties tab.
3) Under task bar tab menu, check “Lock the taskbar.”
14. What Do I Do When The Battery Discharges and Will Not Charge In
The Unit?
• First, try the recovery procedure described in What to Do for Over-discharged Batteries.
• Next, try to charge a known good battery (if available) in the same battery compartment.
If this works, then the battery in question is defective.
• If a known good battery fails to charge, then the internal battery charger has failed and
the ARMOR X10 needs to be returned for service.
15. How is USB supported by The ARMOR X10?
• The ARMOR X10 is manufactured with a single USB connection on the side of the unit.
This USB connection can be used for a wide variety of USB devices.
• The ARMOR X10 supports USB 1.1 and 2.0 functionality.
• DRS Tactical Systems can provide docking stations with a USB port that communicates
with the ARMOR X10 via the docking connection.
• An externally powered USB Hub may be used on the X10 USB port.
16. What Are DRS Technical Support Hours Of Operation?
DRS Tactical Systems Inc. staffs the Technical Support call center 24 hours a day, 7 days a
week.
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13. DRS Technical Support
Before You Contact Us
Please have your local technical personnel check for network or custom software problems
before contacting DRS Technical Support with a problem.
How to Obtain Warranty Service
Before proceeding, please read the Warranty Information.
Notice: DRS reserves the right to charge a No Fault Found (NFF) fee for any unit returned for
repair that is found to be fully operational.
1. Immediately notify DRS.
Inform DRS of your problem at one of the numbers below, or notify an authorized DRS Reseller.
In North America, call: (888) 872-1100 or (321) 309-0599 – 24 hrs, 7 days a week
In the UK, call: 44-(0)-1252-730716
In Europe, call: 49-2246-915-99-77
2. Obtain a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) Number.
If it is determined that your product needs to be returned for replacement or repair, a customer
service representative will give you an RMA number. The RMA number is required to return any
product to DRS, regardless of the reason for the return.
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If you already have a customer User Name and Password:
You can choose to fill out our online RMA form in lieu of calling:
1.Go to www.drsarmor.com.
2.Click on the Support tab and select Online RMA.
3.At the login screen, enter the following:
Username: drs
Password: drs
4.Click on Send.
5.Fill out the online form.
6.Print a copy of the form for your records.
7.Select Send.
3. Include the Following Required Information with Your Product(s):
• Company name, address and telephone number.
• RMA number received from DRS (if applicable).
• Serial number of the product.
• Date of purchase.
• Your ship-to address and any special shipping requirements.
• A detailed description of the problem.
4. Prepare your Products for Shipment.
• Use the original shipping container if possible to return your product.
• Remove the batteries and package them separately.
• If the original container is not available, wrap each item securely with bubble wrap or
suitable cushioning material.
• Enclose a copy of the RMA form.
• Enclose a description of the problem and any special notes for the repair technician.
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5. Ship Your Product(s).
Ship your products to one of the addresses listed below:
NOTE
Transportation and insurance costs must be prepaid. DRS is not
responsible for loss or damage which may occur in transit.
NOTE
Before you ship any product(s) to DRS, be sure to back up the data on
any hard drive(s) and any other storage device(s). Remove any
confidential, proprietary or personal information and any removable
media such as floppy disks, CDs or PC Cards. DRS is not responsible
for any confidential, proprietary or personal information, lost or
corrupted data, or damaged or lost removable media.
Ship to:
In North America, ship to: DRS Tactical Systems, Inc.
1110 West Hibiscus Boulevard
Melbourne, Florida 32901 USA
ATTN: Service
In Europe, ship to: DRS Tactical Systems, LTD.
The Trading Estate
Farnham Surrey, GU9 9NN UK
ATTN: Brian Perkins
or: International – Markus Breuch
Rathausstr. 10
53797 Lohmar, Germany
ATTN: Silke Zaigler
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Once your product(s) are repaired or replaced under the terms specified in the warranty, DRS
will return your product(s), with shipping pre-paid, to the address included with your RMA.
If You Need Further Information
Please call us, fax us, email us, or visit our website.
Call us: In North America, call: (888) 872-1100 or (321) 309-0599
In the UK, call: 44-(0)-1252-730716
In Europe, call: 49-2246-915-99-77
Fax us: In North America: 321-725-0496
In the UK, fax: 44-(0)-1252-730522
In Germany, fax: 49-2246-915-99-78
Email us:
For Support: In North America or UK: support@drs-ts.com
In Europe: sales@drsarmor.eu
For Sales and Information
In North America or UK: Sales@drsarmor.com
In Europe, email: Sales@drsarmor.eu
Or Visit our website at: www.drsarmor.com
For translation in German, click on “Deutsch” at the top of
the page.
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Warranty Information
DRS TACTICAL SYSTEMS, INC.
LIMITED WARRANTY – HARDWARE
ARMOR PRODUCTS
General Information
DRS Tactical Systems, Inc. (“DRS”) warrants for the duration of this warranty that the DRS ARMOR product(s) (“Product(s)”)
produced by DRS will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service, subject to the terms and
conditions set forth herein. This warranty applies to the Products only and excludes, but is not limited to, all other products and
accessories supplied and/or distributed but not manufactured by DRS.
This warranty extends only to the original purchaser of Products from DRS or a DRS Authorized Reseller (“Original Purchaser”). It
is not transferable to anyone who subsequently purchases or obtains the Products from the Original Purchaser.
Length of Warranty
The warranty is valid for a period of three (3) years from the original date of the packing slip from DRS and/or an Authorized
Reseller. During this period, DRS will, at its option and expense, either repair or replace with new or reconditioned (of equal or
better quality) parts of any of the Products which prove to be defective, provided that such Products are returned in accordance with
the terms of this warranty. All exchanged parts and Products replaced under this warranty will become the property of DRS. If
repair or replacement is not feasible, DRS will, at its option, refund the purchase price of the Product(s) on a three year straight line
depreciation basis. Any replacement part or Product will be warranted for the remainder of the original warranty period or ninety (90)
days, whichever is longer.
Terms and Conditions
This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in the Products, as follows:
Term 3 years standard
Technical Assistance Yes
Shipping Costs
Shipping costs of a Product to DRS are not included as part of this Warranty. Shipping
costs of a Product to the Original Purchaser after a warranty repair is included as part of this
warranty. If after receipt of a Product for repair under this warranty, it is later determined to
be a non-warranted repair, all shipping costs are to be paid by the Original Purchaser.
This warranty does not cover:
Non-DRS ARMOR products (accessories) under the original manufacturer’s warranty including, but not limited to, the carrying
case, PCMCIA cards, etc. Non-DRS ARMOR branded products are not covered under an extended warranty period.
Software, including the operating system and software added to the DRS ARMOR hardware products through our factory-
integration system, third-party software, or the reloading of software;
Scratches or abrasions to the Product’s LCD screen/display, and abusive wear of the LCD screens;
Consumables and High Wear Items. Batteries, Keyboards, Touch Pad, Touch Screen, AC Adaptor, and liquid crystal display
(LCD) are covered under the Limited Warranty for one (1) year.
Problems that result from external causes such as accident, fire, floods, or acts of God; abuse; misuse; or problems with
electrical power; servicing not authorized by DRS; failure to follow the Product instructions or failure to perform preventative
maintenance; problems caused by using accessories, parts, or components not supplied by DRS; improper installation (to
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include the absence of surge protection in vehicle installations), testing, operation, use or handling of the Product; or
unauthorized alteration of Products
Products with missing or altered service tags or serial numbers.
Products for which DRS has not received payment.
DRS is not responsible for and shall not be liable for transportation and insurance charges incurred in or damages resulting
from transporting the Products, Accessories and/or Replacement Products to DRS for warranty service.
DRS is not responsible for any third-party software created for use in the integration and/or operation of any Products,
Accessories and/or Replacement Products whether or not such third party software was installed by DRS. Maintenance and
support service for third-party software is the sole responsibility of the creator thereof.
Additional Information
The agents, dealers, DRS Authorized Resellers and employees of DRS are not authorized to make any modifications to this
warranty, or additional warranties binding on DRS about or for Products, Accessories and/or products sold or supplied by DRS.
Additional statements, whether oral or written, except signed written statements from an officer of DRS, do not constitute warranties
and should not be relied upon.
The Product is not designed or certified for use in high risk applications including, but not limited to, the operation of nuclear
facilities, aircraft navigation or air traffic control systems, communications systems in which a failure thereof could cause death or
serious injury or property damage (e.g., emergency or 911 communications systems), medical systems, life support, weapons
systems or any other potentially life critical uses. Original Purchaser understands and agrees that DRS makes no assurances or
warranties that the Product is suitable for any such high risk uses.
DRS’ SOLE LIABILITY, AND ORIGINAL PURCHASER’S SOLE REMEDY, FOR ANY MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN THE
PRODUCTS IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT. EXCEPT AS
OTHERWISE EXPRESSLY STATED HEREIN, DRS DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTES, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OTHERWISE ARISING FROM COURSE OF DEALING OR TRADE. NO
WARRANTIES WILL APPLY AFTER THE WARRANTY PERIOD HAS EXPIRED.
DRS HEREBY DISCLAIMS, AND THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER HEREBY AGREES, THAT DRS DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY
BEYOND THE REMEDIES PROVIDED FOR IN THIS WARRANTY OR FOR ANY INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, PUNITIVE,
SPECIAL, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, ANY LIABILITY FOR THIRD PARTY CLAIMS FOR
DAMAGES, FOR PRODUCTS NOT BEING AVAILABLE FOR USE, OR FOR LOST DATA OR LOST SOFTWARE.
NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING CONTAINED HEREIN, DRS’ TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY ALLEGED OR ACTUAL BREACH OF
WARRANTY WILL BE NO MORE THAN THE AMOUNT PAID FOR THE PRODUCT THAT IS THE SUBJECT OF ANY SUCH
CLAIM. THIS IS THE MAXIMUM AMOUNT FOR WHICH DRS SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE.
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14. Acronyms and Glossary
Acronyms
ACRONYM DEFINITION
AC alternating current
BIOS basic input/output system
CD-ROM compact disk – read only memory
CPU central processing unit
DC direct current
DVD digital video disk
GB gigabytes
GPS global positioning satellite system
HDD hard disk drive
I/O Input/Output
LCD liquid-crystal display
LED light-emitting diode
OEM original equipment manufacturer
PC personal computer
PCMCIA personal computer memory card international association
ppi pixels per inch
RAM random access memory
SIM card subscriber identity module
SmBus system management bus
SODIMM small outline dual in-line memory module
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SSHD solid-state hard drive
SVGA super VGA (maximum of 800 x600 ppi)
TFT thin-film transistor
USB universal serial bus
VAC volts AC
VDC volts DC
VGA video graphics array
XGA extended VGA (1024 x 768 ppi)
Glossary
TERM DEFINITION
ambient temperature The temperature of the air surrounding an object
fully depleted battery A lithium-ion battery that has discharged to a level of 3 % or below.
fully charged battery A lithium-ion battery that has reached 100% of charge as indicated
by a steady 100% LED on the Battery Gauge on the PC Control
Panel.
fully discharged battery A lithium-ion battery that has discharged to a level between 10%
and 3% of charge, as indicated by a flashing 10% LED on the
Battery Gauge.
Flexspace device A custom circuit card that is mounted in a special compartment in
the computer and connected to the X10 with a flexible
communications interface.
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RECORD OF CHANGES
Rev ECO# Description Of Change
- 58633 Initial Release.
A 73341 Reorganized manual. Updated front and back covers. Updated tablet images and logos.
B 74704 See detailed record of changes following this page.
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DETAILED RECORD OF CHANGES
Document No: 9711-40132-0001 Title: ARMOR X10 User’s Guide
New Revision: B
# Additions / Corrections / Changes:
NOTE: Page numbers in this listing are based on the previous revision. Page numbering
has changed significantly in this new revision.
NOTE: Referenced Figure and Table numbers in this list may be different from those
shown in the manual. Check attached copy of manual for latest updates.
1. Global – Underlined all Figure and Table references and changed font color to blue.
2. Global – Replaced “DC Power Supply” with “AC Adapter”.
3. Global – Realigned page breaks - note new page numbering. All Heading 1 (numbered
sections) should start on an odd page.
4. Global – Changed “ARMOR Technical Support” to “DRS Technical Support.
5. Global – Removed periods after all Table and Figure titles.
6. Global – Changed bulleting tab spaces from 0 to .5.
7. Global – Changed list spacing to 3 pt before/3 pt after, single spacing.
8. Global – Updated all figure, table, and hyperlinked references.
9. Page 2: ARMOR Accessories image, inside cover – Updated image and labels.
10.
Page 3: Moved “Special Notes” from page 51 to after the Trade Statement.
“Special Notes” changed to “NOTICE:”
Added compliance statements for Industry Canada.
Added compliance with ATEX directive.
11.
Page 6: Warning Summary, second CAUTION -Changed “SmBus Pro” to “Rapid Battery”.
Third CAUTION - Changed “such as an AC power supply and docking station” to “such as
with the DC power supply connected to the computer and vehicle power connected to the
docking station”.
Last WARNING - Revised first part of sentence: “Changes or modifications not performed
by, or expressly authorized by, DRS ~.”
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# Additions / Corrections / Changes:
Added four new CAUTIONs.
12.
Page 15: Figure description revised to read: “The ARMOR X10 ruggedized tablet computer
can be mounted in a desk docking station or vehicle dock (shown here in a desk dock with
a compact keyboard).”
Last sentence of last paragraph changed to following: “You can write and perform
operations directly on the screen, work with a virtual on-screen keyboard, or attach a USB
keyboard (compact keyboard, standard-sized USB keyboard, or a Bluetooth keyboard).”
Added 3rd paragraph: “We take pride in providing high-quality products and superior
customer service. Thank you for choosing the DRS ARMOR X10 Tablet Computer, and for
your trust in the ARMOR line of products.”
13.
Page 16: Figure 1 – Deleted one battery.
Changed label from “Batteries” to “Battery”.
Changed stylus label to: “Stylus with Lanyard.”
Added shoulder strap image and label and rearranged accessories.
Replaced other images with higher resolution images.
14.
Page 17: “ARMOR X10 Documentation”, 1st sentence: Revised: “The following documents
are contained on your ARMOR X10 Tablet Computer in PDF format. To access these
documents, double-click on the appropriate icon on the desktop.”
Added new bullet #1 – “ARMOR X10 User’s Guide – Provides operating information and
descriptions of all controls and indicators. Contains necessary procedures to setup and
operate the ARMOR X10.”
Last paragraph, last sentence – Revised text in parentheses to: “(compact keyboard
shown above, standard-sized USB keyboard, or Bluetooth keyboard).
15.
Page 18: Deleted extra carriage return before page 19 which caused following page
numbers to be off by 1.
“Help Us Maintain Top Quality Documentation” title – Added “Please” before “Help”.
Deleted last paragraph.
16.
Page 20: “Key Features” section, 1st sentence – Revised to read: “The following
paragraphs and images describe the principal components, controls, indicators,
connectors and accessories of the ARMOR X10.”
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# Additions / Corrections / Changes:
Added three new paragraphs after the NOTE.
“Key Features” section, 1st paragraph – Modified 1st sentence to read: “The following
paragraphs and images describe the principal components, controls, indicators and
connectors, and included and optional accessories.”
Changed “Touch-Sensitive Screen” label to “Active Pen or Touch-Sensitive Screen” and
moved label to top of figure.
Changed “Optional GPS/GPRS Antennas” label to “Optional GPS Antenna”.
Moved “PC Control Panel” label to top of figure.
17. Page 22: Added label: “Secondary WI-FI Antenna (Behind Cover).”
18. Page 23: Added “Serial Number” label to Figure 5.
19. Page 24: Reduced arrowhead sizes to medium size.
20.
Page 25: Power Indicator section - Changed “whenever power is applied” to “whenever the
X10 is powered up.”
“Battery Gauge Indicators” section – Revised first paragraph to read: “The Battery Gauge
consists of five LEDs that are used to indicate the charge remaining in your battery or
batteries. Each light represents approximately 20% of the average charge of two batteries
or the remaining charge of a single battery.”
Revised second paragraph to read: “When all five LEDs are lit and the charging status
indicator is on steady, the batteries are fully charged. As the batteries are used, the LEDs
will turn off from top to bottom to indicate the remaining charge. Each LED will blink upon
transitioning to next lower charge level indicator.”
Brightness Control section - Deleted “or from an attached keyboard” from second
sentence.
21.
Page 26: Changed main section title “Removable Components” to “Removable
Components and Accessories".
Changed section title “Removable Batteries” to “Battery Pack.”
1st paragraph, 3rd sentence – Revised: “Two fully-charged battery packs will provide up to 4
hours of operation depending on the workload on the computer.”
Figure 8 label – Changed “Battery” to “Battery Pack”.
Hard Drive section - 1st sentence, changed “is equipped” to “comes equipped”.
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# Additions / Corrections / Changes:
Last sentence of 1st paragraph - Changed “sizes” to “capacities”.
Added sentence after last sentence: “This drive should only be removed or installed by a
qualified technician.”
22.
Page 27: Added “AC Adapter” section and figure ahead of PCMCIA card section.
Added new Heading 2 title: “Optional Accessories for your X10” with description ahead of
PCMCIA card section.
Renamed “PCMCIA Card (Optional)” section to “PCMCIA Cards”
1st sentence rewritten to: “Your ARMOR X10 provides two PC/PCMCIA card slots that can
accommodate either two Type II cards or a single Type III card.”
Added second sentence: “These cards can provide enhanced features such as extended
communications capabilities and additional memory capacity.”
Added “Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) Card” section with description.
Added “Compact Keyboard” section with description and figure.
Added “Two-Bay External Battery Charger” section with figure.
Added “Vehicle DC/DC Power Supply” section with figure.
Added “Docking Stations section with figure.
Added “Port Replicator” section with figure.
Added “Vehicle Docks” section with figure.
Added sentence at end of optional accessories section: “For information on these and any
other accessories, please contact your ARMOR sales representative or call DRS Tactical
Systems toll free at 1-888-872-1100.”
23. Page 28: Figure 7 - Redrew “Battery Gauge Indicators” arrows.
24.
Page 30: Added NOTE after “Installing the Battery Packs” heading: “If your X10 came with
only one battery, install it in the Primary battery compartment.”
Changed battery compartment labels to place battery #s in parentheses.
Added SIM card label to Figure 10.
25.
Page 33: Added new title “Using the Stylus” ahead of 1st paragraph.
Revised 1st sentence of 1st paragraph of “Touch Screen Operations” – “If your tablet is
equipped with a touchscreen display, the stylus is the primary means of operating the
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# Additions / Corrections / Changes:
computer.”
Added NOTE after Table 2 – “If you have a touch tablet, do not use the Tablet and Pen
Settings window in Control Panel to calibrate the screen. Doing so could cause the loss of
screen calibration.”
Added following sentence after NOTE: “After a period of normal usage, the screen may
need to be calibrated with the stylus to ensure the actual touch point matches the position
of the cursor. To perform this calibration, refer to Calibrating the Touch Screen.”
Added new section “Configuring Your Touch Tablet for Screen Rotation”.
Added new Table 3.
26. Page 34: Moved “Screen Rotation” section after “Pen Operations” section.
27.
Page 35: “Pen Operations” section, 1st sentence changed to read: “If your ARMOR X10 is
a pen tablet, the pen is the primary screen navigation and data entry tool.”
2nd paragraph, 2nd sentence – Deleted “on the pen”.
Pen Adjustments section - Changed beginning of 1st sentence to read: “If your X10 uses
the Windows XP Tablet PC operating system, you can adjust attributes related to use of
the pen (e.g. tap speed, left/right hand orientation, etc.) by ~”
Replaced second sentence with – “Refer to Tablet and Pen Settings for Windows XP for
instructions.”
Moved second paragraph to “Pen Screen Calibration and Settings (Pen Tablets Only)”
section in “Display Management” section.
Last paragraph, last sentence, changed to read: “To perform this calibration, refer to
Calibrating the Active Pen Screen.”
Inserted “Screen Rotation” section after “Pen Adjustments” section and renamed title to
“Rotating the Screen”.
“Rotating the Screen” section was completely revised (see revised manual).
28.
Page 36: “Operating with a Second Display” section, 2nd sentence, revised first part of
sentence: “The built-in LCD panel has a maximum screen resolution of 800 x 600 (SVGA)
or 1024 x 768 (XGA) pixels per inch (ppi), while ~ “
First NOTE changed as follows: “The X10 tablet does not have an external video
connector. You must have a docking station or port replicator to connect a second display”.
Table 3 is now Table 4.
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29.
Page 37: “Working with the Extended Desktop” section - Moved last paragraph to 2nd
paragraph.
Now last paragraph, changed the first sentence to read: “Using a mouse, you can sweep
the cursor back and forth between displays as if the two displays were one desktop.”
30.
Page 38: Changed “Using the Stylus with the Extended Desktop” section title to “Using the
Stylus or Pen with the Extended Desktop.”
“Using the Stylus with the Extended Desktop” section, 1st sentence, revised to read:
“Because the X10 is the only one of your two displays with a touch screen or active pen
screen, you must make all cursor movements for both displays from the X10 tablet
display.”
2nd paragraph – Removed double period from end of last sentence.
31.
Page 41: Added two introductory paragraphs.
Changed “Windows XP Tablet PC Edition Operating System” heading to “Windows XP
Tablet Tutorials”.
Revised 1st paragraph into two paragraphs.
Added “Microsoft” in front of “Windows” in “Help With Windows XP” section.
32.
Page 42 et al: “Armor Utilities Panel” section, changed “Panel” to “Program” in title.
Revised 1st paragraph into two paragraphs.
Added figures and descriptions for each tab.
33.
Page 43: “Hampshire TSHARC Control Panel Utility” section - Revised description and
added note.
Added figures and descriptions for each tab.
Added “Tablet and Pen Settings” section with figures and descriptions for each tab.
“Intel PROSet Wireless Utility section” – Added three new sentences to description.
34.
Page 44: Revised BlueSoleil description.
Revised “Realtek Audio Manager” description.
Changed title of last section to “Special Software Applications”.
Revised beginning of first sentence to read: “You may have software programs other than
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# Additions / Corrections / Changes:
those provided by DRS or the Windows ~”.
35.
Page 45: Quick Reference Guide section – Changed title of section to “Quick Reference
List”.
Deleted second sentence in description.
Changed title of Table 4 (now Table 5) to “Quick Reference List”.
Row 1 - Separated Power Settings and Power Button Options into two separate entries.
Row 3 - Changed task to “Monitor Internal Temperatures.”
“Display Settings” task, changed title to “Screen Calibration and Touch Settings.”
Same task, under OBJECTIVE column, for touch screen calibration cell, added “for touch
tablets only” at end of sentence.
Same task, under OBJECTIVE column, for active pen screen calibration, added :”for pen
tablets only” at end of sentence.
Deleted Serial Port Settings and Tablet and Pen Settings rows (last two rows).
36.
Page 47: “Writing Pad” section, 1st sentence - Added “(Figure 40)” between “Pad” and
“within”.
“Character Pad” section, 1st sentence – Added “(Figure 41)” at end of sentence.
“On-screen Keyboard” section, 1st sentence – Added “(Figure 42)” between “keyboard” and
“when”.
37. Page 49: 1st paragraph, 2nd sentence – Revised to read: “For example, you can enter
dictation as text into a program.”
38.
Page 51: Changed section title from “Wireless Networking” to “Networking”.
1st paragraph, revised 2nd and 3rd sentences: “The Bluetooth network is primarily used for
connecting wireless devices such as a wireless printer or scanner to your computer. It can
also connect your X10 to a network entry point.”
Added 2nd paragraph: “The X10 can also be connected to a LAN using a standard Ethernet
cable.”
Moved “Special Notes” to ahead of Warning Summary section.
Added “Managing Your Bluetooth Connections” section.
Changed title “Accessing a Wireless Network” to “Managing Your Wireless LAN
Connections.”
Formatted: Underline, Font color: Blue
Deleted: Figure 40
Formatted: Underline, Font color: Blue
Deleted: Figure 41
Formatted: Underline, Font color: Blue
Deleted: Figure 42
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# Additions / Corrections / Changes:
Revised paragraph into two paragraphs (see manual)
Added final paragraph: “For additional information on using the Intel PROSet Wi-Fi
application, click on the Help option.”
39.
Page 52: “Turning Off the Wireless Card” section, second paragraph – Revised second
sentence to read: “To shut off your wireless card, left-click on the wireless icon in the
task bar and select the Wireless Off option, or click on Start Æ All Programs Æ
IntelPROSet /Wireless to open the Intel PROSet/Wireless window and then click on the
button in the lower left of the window and select Wireless Off.”
Added third paragraph: “Note that the button is now labeled “Wireless Off”. To turn the
wireless card back on, select the Wireless On option.”
40.
Page 53: Second paragraph and list – Deleted 1st bulleted item.
Changed list from bulleted to numbered.
Revised item 1 to read – “Left-click on the wireless icon in the task bar and verify that
the Wireless On option has a check by it. If not, select the Wireless On option to turn on
the wireless radio.”
Item 4 – Changed “Avoid” to “Move away from.”
“Accessing a Network Using an Ethernet Cable” section – Change “RG45” to RJ-45”.
Revised description into two paragraphs (second paragraph is after Table 6) (see manual).
1st paragraph, last sentence – Revised to read: “Follow the procedure in
Table 6 to set up a physical LAN connection.”
Table 5 (now Table 6) - Renumbered steps.
Revised step 1 – “You will need to contact your IT department or internet provider to
access the server and obtain an IP address for your X10.”
Revised step 4 – “Click Next and follow the instructions to set up your connection per your
IT department or internet provider.”
41.
Page 55: Added new “Flexspace” section at beginning of page.
“NMEA Standard Support” section, second paragraph - Revised sentence to read: “For
information and assistance with GPS capability, please contact DRS Tactical Systems toll
free at 1-888-872-1100.”
Formatted: Normal, Space Before: 6 pt, After:
6 pt
Formatted: Underline, Font color: Blue
Deleted: Page Break
¶
Table 6
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42. Page 56: Corrected “Chipset” entry under PARAMETER column to “GSC3f/LP-7879.”
43. Pages 58-62: Deleted “General Packet Radio System” section.
44. Page 61: Changed “USSD phrase” to “USSD phase”.
45.
Page 63: 3rd paragraph, 3rd sentence revised: “Even if the System Recovery CD is used, it
looks for the backup data on the hard drive.”
4th paragraph: Added “all data saved” between the words “recover” and “from”.
“Disk Partitions” section, first sentence: Replaced “several” with “multiple.”
Deleted 3rd paragraph beginning with “The DRS-Acronis ~ “.
46. Page 64: “How to Access QuickBack ~” section, revised last sentence: “The startup
screen is shown in Figure 45”.
47.
Page 65: Change title “Emergency Bootable CD” to “System Recovery CD”.
1st sentence, replace “an Emergency Bootable CD” with “a System Recovery CD.”
2nd sentence, replace “Emergency Bootable CD” with “Recovery CD.”
2nd paragraph, replace ”Bootable” with “Recovery”.
For “CD/DVD”, delete “/DVD”.
48.
Page 67: Added “Adjusting and” before “Maintaining” in section title.
Added new section heading “Removal and Replacement” ahead of “Removing and
Replacing the Hard Drive” section.
“Removing and Replacing the Hard Drive” section – Added NOTE after title: “This drive
should only be removed or installed by a qualified technician”.
Table 9 – Renumbered steps.
Step 1(formerly step 6) - changed “over” to “carry case cover”.
Step 2 – Revised sentence to read: “Using a #1 Philips screwdriver, remove the four
screws at the bottom right of the tablet securing the hard drive cover (see Figure 6) and
remove the cover.”
Table 10 - added caution after Step 2 “Do not force the card into the slot. If it binds,
remove the card and try again. Be sure the card is not cocked at an angle and spanning
two slots.”
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Changed 3rd step to read: “Insert the replacement card carefully into the slot and press in
until it seats. It should slide in smoothly.”
49.
Page 68: Moved “Caring for the Touchscreen” to after “Adjusting the Click Settings for the
Touch Screen Stylus” section.
Moved the “Monitoring the Health of Your ARMOR X10” section to after the “Caring for the
Pen Tablet Screen” section.
50. Page 70: Moved the “Configuring the OEM Button” section from Appendix A and placed it
after the “Monitoring the Health of Your ARMOR X10” section.
51.
Page 71: Consolidated first paragraph (formerly under “Manual Brightness Adjustment”)
with description under new heading “Adjusting the Display Brightness Manually”.
Changed heading “Adjusting the Backlight Level Manually Using the OEM Button” section
title to “Using the OEM Button”
Modified first part of 1st sentence to read: “Your OEM button is pre-configured by default to
~”
Changed “Adjusting the Backlight level manually Using the ARMOR Utilities Backlight Tab”
section title to “Using the Armor Utilities Backlight Tab”.
“Using the Armor Utilities Backlight Tab” section, 1st sentence – Changed “select” to
“selecting”.
Last sentence – “Replaced “below” with “in Figure 48.”
52.
Page 72: First paragraph, 1st sentence – Removed the word “in” at the end of the
sentence.
Changed “Automatic Brightness Control” section title to “Adjusting the Brightness
Automatically”.
Changed “Advanced Automatic Brightness Control” section title to “Setting the Advanced
Backlight Control.”
Moved “Setting the Advanced Backlight Control” section from Appendix A and placed it in
the “Setting the Advanced Backlight Control” section.
53. Page 73: Changed “Calibrating the Touch Screen” section title to “Touch Screen
Calibration and Settings (Touch Tablets Only)”.
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1st paragraph – added sentence to end of paragraph: “Refer to Hampshire TSHARC
Control Panel Utility for a description of the settings and options.”
Added CAUTION: “This procedure is for ARMOR X10 touch tablets only. For pen tablets,
refer to Calibrating the Active Pen Screen.”
Added NOTE following CAUTION: “Use the stylus instead of a fingertip to calibrate the
screen.”
Table 12 (now Table 11), Step 1 – Changed sentence in Condition or Indication column to
read: “A calibration target is displayed with arrows moving inward, as shown below.”
Deleted Figure 27 and inserted the image into Step 1 Condition or Indication cell below
text.
Step 2, In Condition or Indication column - Added sentence: “The Calibration Options
screen is displayed, as shown below.”
Added Calibration Options image to Step 2 in Condition or Indication cell below text.
Reversed Steps 10 and 11.
Step 11 – At end of last sentence, remove period and add “or call DRS Technical Support
at 1-888-872-1100.”
54.
Page 75: “Adjusting the Click Settings ~ “ section, 1st paragraph – Deleted last sentence.
Added description of click setting options.
Added last sentence: “Follow the procedure in Table 12 to adjust these settings.”
Table 12, Step 1, Condition cell – Replaced “in Figure 28” with “as shown below.”
Inserted the “Caring for the Touchscreen” section from original page 68.
55. Page 76: Deleted Figure 28 and inserted image into Condition cell for Step 1.
Table 13 (now Table 12) Step 6 - Bolded “Double-Click Speed”.
56.
Page 77: Added new top-level heading (Heading level 2): “Pen Screen Calibration and
Settings (Pen Tablets Only)”. All other headings in section demoted accordingly.
Added paragraph moved from “Pen Operations / Pen Adjustments” section.
“Calibrating the Active Pen Screen” section - Added CAUTION after title: “This procedure
is for ARMOR X10 Pen tablets only. For Touch tablets, refer to Calibrating the Touch
Screen.”
Table 14 (now Table 13) – Deleted Step 2 row.
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Delete NOTE row in Table 14.
57.
Page 78 et al: “Tablet and Pen Settings for Windows XP” section, figures 29, 30, and 31 -
Corrected label to “Tablet and Pen Settings Panel”.
“Settings Tab” section - Added new 1st sentence: “The Settings tab is shown in Figure 48.”
Deleted NOTE.
58. Page 79: Revised entire “Display Tab” section.
59.
Page 80: Revised 1stt sentence – Figure 31 is now Figure 50.
2nd paragraph, second sentence – inserted “available” between “select” and “options.”
Inserted new section “Caring for the Pen Tablet Screen”.
Inserted “Monitoring the Health of Your ARMOR X10” section from page 68 and updated
figure and table numbers.
Inserted “Configuring the OEM Button” section and updated figure number.
60.
Page 81: 1st paragraph, end of last sentence – Replaced “below” with “in this section.”
Split 2nd paragraph into paragraphs 2 and 3.
3rd paragraph 1st sentence – Revised sentence to read: “We recommend that you fully
charge your batteries before using the computer on batteries alone”.
61.
Page 82: 1st paragraph – Deleted 1st and 2nd sentence.
Remaining sentence – “Changed Lithium ion” to “lithium-ion”
1st bullet – Revised to read: “Do not expose the batteries to very high temperatures such
as an open flame.”
“When to Recharge Batteries” section - Revised entire section (see manual).
Capitalized title “How to recharge your batteries.”
“How to Recharge Your Batteries” section – Revised entire section (see manual).
62.
Page 83: 1st paragraph, 1st sentence – Replaced “DC power supply” with “AC Adapter.”
Same sentence - Replaced “in the ARMOR X10” with “on the left side of the ARMOR X10,”
1st paragraph, last sentence – Changed “recharging” to “recharge”.
“How to Tell When Batteries Have Finished Charging” section – Revised entire paragraph.
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Added new “Charging a Battery with an External 2-Bay Battery Charger” section before
“What to Do for Over-discharged Batteries” section.
“What to Do for Over-discharged Batteries” section, 1st paragraph, last sentence, revised to
read: “If the recovery process is successful, the Charging Status indicator will flash and the
10% LED will be on steady or flashing.”
Added new last sentence to 1st paragraph: “Allow the battery to charge normally.”
Last two paragraphs – Consolidated to one sentence as follows: “If this normal recovery
process does not work (charging status indicator will not flash and the battery gauge LEDs
will not light), perform the procedure in Table 15.”
63.
Page 84: First bulleted item, revised sentence to: “In Windows Control Panel, Power
Options, ensure the low power alarm is set to 9% and the critical alarm is set to 3% with
the Alarm Action set to shut down the system.”
“How to Increase Battery Service Time” section, 1st sentence – Changed “3” hours to
“approximately 4” hours.
2nd sentence - Added “the age of the batteries,” between “including” and “temperature”.
Completely revised “When to Replace a Battery” section.
64. Page 85: Completely revised “How to Store Batteries When They Are Not in Use” section.
Completely revised “Battery Tips for Best Performance” section:
65.
Page 86: “Disposing of Your Batteries” section – Added new first paragraph: “Lithium-ion
batteries are fully recyclable and should not be simply thrown away. Please help protect
our environment by turning in your defective batteries to an authorized recycler, or send
them back to DRS.”
66.
Page 87: Changed “Monitoring Your Battery Status” to “Using the Power Meter Window”.
Revised first paragraph – “You can easily monitor the current charge level of each battery
by opening the Power Meter window, as shown in Figure 54. To open the Power Meter
window, double-click on the battery icon (if operating on batteries only) or the plug icon
(if external power is connected) in the Windows task bar.”
Revised NOTE to read: “You must check the “Always show icon on the taskbar” option in
this window for the icon to appear in the task bar.”
Moved NOTE after 2nd paragraph.
Added “Using the ARMOR Utilities Batteries Tab” title ahead of 3rd paragraph.
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67.
Page 89: Table 16 (now Table 17) – Deleted row 3.
Added NOTE to CONDITION column for Step 2.
Row 5 (now row 4) – Revised sentence: “Click on Alarm Action to select the type of alarm
notification and resulting action you want to occur for each alarm.”
68.
Page 90: “Using Power Schemes to Conserve Batteries” section – Revised 1st sentence:
“Power schemes are a collection of settings that manage the power usage of your
computer. With the options in the Power Schemes tab of the Power Options Properties
window, you can:”
Revised last sentence: “To access the Power Schemes tab, select Start Æ Control Panel
Æ Power Options. The Power Options Properties window opens with the Power Schemes
tab displayed by default, as shown in Figure 57.”
69.
Page 93: Added “Activating” before “Standby Power Mode” heading.
Added “Activating” before “Hibernation Power Mode” heading. Made it a 2nd level heading.
After section title “Enabling and Configuring Hibernation Mode,” added NOTE - “Your
ARMOR X10 will automatically go into Hibernation mode when the configured time delays
expire. To resume from the hibernation mode, restart your computer using the Power
On/Off button. Your desktop and any work in progress will be restored as you left it.”
70. Page 95: Deleted last two sentences and made them a note at the beginning of the
“Activating Hibernation Power Mode” section.
71.
Page 97: “Frequently Asked Questions” section:
Changed bulleting and numbering tab spaces from 0 to .5.
1st paragraph, 1st sentence – Revised: “Following is a list of frequently asked questions
about the ARMOR X10.”
2nd sentence – Change “able” to “happy”. Change “Representatives” to lower-case “r”.
Assigned numbers to FAQs.
#1 “What Options ~ “ – Changed 1st and 2nd bulleted answers as follows:
•Any USB storage device, i.e., CD-ROM/DVD drive, flash drive, floppy drive, etc.
•Wireless LAN
#2 “How Do I Install Drivers for Peripheral Devices Sold by DRS?”
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Revised answer as follows:
“The device drivers for your peripherals were pre-installed on your hard drive prior to
shipping. They are located on your C drive in a folder labeled “Drivers”. If you order a new
peripheral, the device drivers will either be on a disk shipped with the device or DRS will
provide you with a source to download the drivers.
If you are not familiar with how to update drivers, request assistance from your IT support
or contact DRS Technical Support at 888-872-1100.”
#3 “How Do I Install Drivers for Peripheral Devices Not Sold By DRS?”
Deleted first sentence.
2nd bulleted answer – Replaced “ARMOR” with “DRS”. Deleted “and we will attempt to help
you.”
Removed bulleting.
#4 (formerly item 14) “What External Peripherals Does the ARMOR X10 Support?”
Replaced “thumb” with “flash”.
Revised as follows:
Tablet only:
• 1 USB device – CD-ROM/DVD drive, printers, flash drives, etc.
• 1 RJ45 device – network printer
• 1-2 PCMCIA devices
• 1 Flexspace device
• Bluetooth wireless devices
With a docking station or port replicator:
• Up to 4 additional USB devices
• Up to 3 serial devices
• Bluetooth wireless devices
• Second display or video device
• 1 Flexspace device
• 1 standard parallel port device
• Up to two audio speakers
Removed bulleting.
#5 (formerly item 4) “How Do I Activate the On-Screen Keyboard?” – Revised answer as
follows:
“Click on the Input Panel icon on the task bar and then select the bottom mode button
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on the left side of the panel, as shown in Figure 39. For additional information, refer to On-
screen Keyboard.”
72.
Page 98: #6 (formerly item 4) “How Can Hand Writer Recognition Be Disabled?” –
Changed “Writer” to “Writing”.
#7 (formerly item 6) “How Can I Open Windows Task ~ ?” - Replaced “3-4” with “4-5”.
#8 (formerly item 7) “What Do I Do if My X10 Locks up or Freezes?”
1st bulleted answer – Revised: “Press and hold the OEM button on the PC Control Panel
for 4-5 seconds to invoke the CTRL-ALT-DEL function. Select the Applications tab and
highlight the offending application, then click on End Task.”
Added CAUTION before 3rd bullet: “Be careful shutting down SYSTEM processes. Killing
the wrong process could render the X10 inoperative or cause an immediate shutdown.”
2nd bulleted answer – Revised: “If shutting down the application does not work, select the
Processes tab. Highlight the process that is locked and then click on End Process.”
3rd bulleted answer – Bold “Power On/Off”.
#9 (formerly item 8) “How Do I Clean the Champ ~ ?” - Replaced “Champ” with “Docking
(Champ)”.
Removed bulleting.
#10 (formerly item 9) “How Do I Clean the Display Surface?” – Removed bulleting.
Revised first and second paragraphs (see manual).
#13 (formerly item 12) “What Can I Do when the “Start” Button Disappears?” – Revised
bulleting.
Revised item h (formerly item 8).
73.
Page 99: #11 (formerly item 10) “What Do I Do When the Pen Gets Out of Calibration?”
Removed bulleting.
Revised answer: “Follow the procedure in Calibrating the Active Pen Screen.”
#12 (formerly item 11) “What if the Pen Still Will Not Align?” Removed bulleting.
Deleted second answer.
#13 (formerly item 12) “What Can I Do ~ ?”, item 11, capitalize “lock”.
74. Page 100: “What Do I Do When The Battery Discharges and Will Not Charge In The Unit?”
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1st bullet - Replaced “paragraph 0” with “What to Do for Over-discharged Batteries”
2nd bullet – Revised 1st sentence: “Next, try to charge a known good battery (if available) in
the same battery compartment. If this works, then the battery in question is defective.”
75. Page 101: “13. DRS Technical Support” - Revised entire section (see manual).
76. Page 108: Added the following terms and their definitions: “ambient temperature”, ”fully
charged battery”, “fully discharged battery”, “Flexspace device”.
77.
Page 109: Moved “Configuring the OEM Button” and “Setting the Advanced Backlight
Control” sections to section 9 “Maintaining Your Computer”. Figures and headings adjusted
accordingly.
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