Dialogue Technology V51BBB Flybook User Manual
Dialogue Technology Corporation Flybook Users Manual
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FlyBook V5 User’s Manual V51BBB Table of Content PREFACE ...................................................................................................................................................III COPYRIGHT AND SAFETY NOTICES.......................................................................................................... III ABOUT THIS MANUAL ............................................................................................................................... V TAKING CARE OF FLYBOOK V5 ................................................................................................................ V INTRODUCING FLYBOOK V5.................................................................................................................. 1 FRONT-LEFT VIEW..................................................................................................................................... 1 REAR VIEW ................................................................................................................................................ 3 USING V5 IN CLAMSHELL MODE AND TABLET MODE................................................................... 5 USING V5 IN CLAMSHELL MODE............................................................................................................... 5 USING V5 IN TABLET MODE ...................................................................................................................... 5 GETTING STARTED WITH FLYBOOK V5 ............................................................................................. 7 BATTERY INSTALLATION ............................................................................................................................ 7 CONNECTING AC ADAPTER ...................................................................................................................... 9 POWERING ON V5 FOR THE FIRST TIME ................................................................................................. 10 LED DESCRIPTIONS ............................................................................................................................... 10 USING FINGERPRINT READER ............................................................................................................11 USING FLYBOOK V5 INPUT DEVICES.................................................................................................11 USING POINTING DEVICES .......................................................................................................................11 USING STYLUS ........................................................................................................................................ 12 USING KEYBOARD ................................................................................................................................... 12 FLYBOOK CONTROL CENTER............................................................................................................. 15 OPENING CONTROL CENTER .................................................................................................................. 15 USING CONTROL CENTER ....................................................................................................................... 16 AUTOMATIC BACKLIGHT CONTROL ................................................................................................. 17 CUSTOMIZING V5 DISPLAY .................................................................................................................. 18 CONNECTING DEVICES......................................................................................................................... 18 CONNECTING AUDIO DEVICES ................................................................................................................ 18 CONNECTING USB DEVICES .................................................................................................................. 20 CONNECTING AN EXTERNAL DISPLAY .................................................................................................... 20 CONNECTING TO A TV ............................................................................................................................. 21 USING AN EXPRESSCARD ....................................................................................................................... 21 SECURING YOUR V5 .............................................................................................................................. 23 BEFORE YOU GO ONLINE ....................................................................................................................... 23 INSTALLING A FIREWALL ......................................................................................................................... 24 INSTALLING A SPYWARE BLOCKER ......................................................................................................... 24 CONNECTING LOCAL AREA NETWORKS ........................................................................................ 24 CONNECTING LAN .................................................................................................................................. 24 CONNECTING A WIRELESS LAN (WLAN).............................................................................................. 25 USING THE BUILT-IN MODEM .............................................................................................................. 25 MAKING A DIAL-UP CONNECTION ........................................................................................................... 25 SENDING AND RECEIVING A FAX ............................................................................................................. 26 USING THE BUILT-IN WWAN MODULE .............................................................................................. 27 INSTALLING SIM CARD ........................................................................................................................... 27 CONNECTING V5 TO A WIRELESS WAN................................................................................................. 28 USING THE BUILT-IN BLUETOOTH MODULE................................................................................... 28 USING THE BUILT-IN WEBCAM ........................................................................................................... 29 ENABLING THE WEBCAM ........................................................................................................................ 29 ADJUSTING WEBCAM ORIENTATION ...................................................................................................... 29 MANAGING POWER SYSTEM .............................................................................................................. 30 CUSTOMIZING SYSTEM BIOS.............................................................................................................. 30 ACCESSING BIOS SETUP ....................................................................................................................... 31 UPDATING BIOS FIRMWARE ................................................................................................................... 31 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................................................................................. 31 IDENTIFYING PROBLEMS ......................................................................................................................... 32 GENERAL HARDWARE PROBLEM............................................................................................................ 32 HAVING V5 SERVICED ............................................................................................................................. 35 POWER SPECIFICATION ....................................................................................................................... 35 Index……………………………………………………………………………………………………….36 ii Preface Copyright and Safety Notices Please read this section before using your computer. Retain this manual for future reference. Copyright This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the manufacturer. Disclaimer The information in this document is subject to change without notice. The manufacturer makes no representations or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose. The manufacturer reserves the right to revise this publication and to make changes from time to time in the content hereof without obligation of the manufacturer to notify any person of such revision or changes. Trademark Recognition Bluetooth is a trademark of the Bluetooth SIG, Inc. (Special Interest Group). The Bluetooth trademark is owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. USA. BlueSoleil is a trademark of IVT Corporation. Dialogue Technology Corporation is a registered trademark. FlyBook is a trademark of the Dialogue Technology Corporation. Windows is a registered trademark or trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. All other product names used in this manual are the properties of their respective owners and are acknowledged. Federal Communications Commission (FCC) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. iii 2 Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver. Connect the equipment onto an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Shielded interconnect cables and a shielded AC power cable must be employed with this equipment to ensure compliance with the pertinent RF emission limits governing this device. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the system's manufacturer could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Declaration of Conformity This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following conditions: This device may not cause harmful interference, and This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Caution Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. The antenna(s) used for this transmitter must not be colocated or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter. Enabling wireless LAN and wireless WAN simultaneously in one computer is not allowed . While one is in use, the other will be turned off. Running wireless devices in the aircraft is prohibited. Make sure all wireless devices in your computer are turned off during the flight. FCC Radiation Exposure Statement This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 20 cm (8 inches) between the radiator and your body. FCC Wireless Regulation Due to the FCC regulations, wireless LAN and wireless WAN modules shall not work in a machine simultaneously. If these two modules are installed in the V5, while one is in use, the other will be off automatically by the system. Battery Caution Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with same or iv equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. About This Manual This User’s Manual provides information to help you operate and get the most from your FlyBook V5. Read the Quick Start Guide to quickly set up and begin using your computer. Please read “Copyright and Safety Notices” on page iii before using your computer. Taking Care of FlyBook V5 After you unpack your computer, store the packing materials in case you want to ship the computer or if you have to return it for servicing. Your notebook computer is a precision instrument that should be handled with care. Use common sense and follow the guidelines below, and your computer will last you for many years. Do’s and Don’ts with FlyBook V5 Do not twist the display counterclockwise. Do not place heavy objects such as books on the computer. Do not use FlyBook V5 near water or a heat source such as a radiator. Do not expose the computer to temperatures above 50° C or below 0° C. Keep the computer away from direct sunlight or heat sources. Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture. Do not spill water or any other liquid on the computer. Do not place the computer near magnetic fields. Avoid subjecting your computer to heavy shocks or vibrations. Do not expose the computer to dusty or dirty environments. Do not place the computer on uneven surfaces. Do not cover the air vents around the computer. Only use the AC adapter that is provided with your computer. Safety Information FlyBook V5 has been designed and tested to meet the most recent standards of safety in notebook technology equipment. To ensure safe use of FlyBook V5, refer to the following safety instructions and any caution or warning messages on the equipment or in the user manual. Read and follow all instructions marked on FlyBook V5 and in the user manual before operating the V5. Store all safety information in a secure place for future reference. Always set FlyBook V5 on a stable surface. Only operate FlyBook V5 from the type of power source indicated on the rating label on the AC adapter. Ensure all ventilation openings are not blocked or covered. Keep an adequate space (around 6 inches or 15 cm) around FlyBook V5. Never insert objects of any kind into the ventilation openings. When using an extension cord with FlyBook V5, ensure that the total ampere rating on the equipment connected to the cord does not exceed the extension cord ampere rating maximum value. Only use the supplied power cord. Do not place anything on the power cord. Place the power cord where it will not be in the way of foot traffic. Always unplug any modem, LAN, or power cables from FlyBook V5 before you clean it. When using FlyBook V5 in tablet mode, use the safety strap to avoid dropping FlyBook V5. Warning! The safety strap is only to prevent dropping the V5. It is not designed for carrying the V5. Contacting Service Disconnect FlyBook V5 from power and contact qualified service personnel if any of the following occurs: The power cord or adapter is damaged. Liquid has been spilled on FlyBook V5 FlyBook V5 does not operate correctly when operating instructions are followed. FlyBook V5 has been dropped, or the case is broken open. FlyBook V5 performance is seriously degraded. If service is required, contact a sales representative or a local service center, or go to http://www.dialogue.com.tw for service information. vi Cleaning FlyBook V5 Follow these instructions when cleaning FlyBook V5. Wipe the display with a clean soft cloth. If you use a mild glass cleaner to clean the display, spray a little on the cloth and then wipe the display. Do not spray cleaner directly onto the display. Clean the outside of the computer case with a soft cloth. You can moisten the cloth with a non-alkaline detergent. Use a vacuum cleaner to clean dust from the keyboard. Warning! Before cleaning the computer, turn it off, unplug the AC adapter, and then remove the battery. Caution: Do not wipe the keyboard, pointing device, pointing device buttons, or fingerprint reader with a damp cloth. Note: Do not wipe the keyboard, pointing device, pointing device buttons, or fingerprint reader with a damp cloth. vii Introducing FlyBook V5 Congratulations on purchasing FlyBook V5! FlyBook V5 supports both Windows XP and the newest member of the Windows operating system family, Windows Vista. The V5 is a powerful mobile computer which performs dual duty as a notebook or tablet computer. Advanced networking features include WLAN, WWAN, Bluetooth, and even an internal modem. FlyBook V5 uses a pointing device with mouse buttons on both sides of the unit and a clickable scroll bar for added convenience. The LCD monitor can be rotated and laid flat to enable you to use FlyBook V5 as a tablet computer. Using the stylus, you can write text and draw on the tablet as you would on conventional paper. The built-in webcam enables you to be seen by contacts using Windows MSN or other messaging software. The camera can be rotated 225 degrees for maximum flexibility. The powerful Li-ion rechargeable battery provides more than 3 hours of mobility, making FlyBook V5 the best choice for people on the go. Taking a Tour of FlyBook V5 This section describes the major components of your new FlyBook V5. Front-Left View Status LEDs – These LEDs display when the AC adapter is connected, when the HDD is being accessed, or when the WWAN, WLAN, or Bluetooth is activated. Pointing device buttons (right) – These pointing device buttons emulate mouse right and left buttons. The top button corresponds to a mouse right button. The lower button corresponds to a mouse left button. Refer to “Using FlyBook V5 Input Devices” on page 11 for more information. Scroll bar – This bar enables you to scroll up and down in web pages or word processing software. Refer to “Using FlyBook V5 Input Devices” on page 11 for more information. Stick pointer device – The Stick Pointer moves the cursor in the direction of the pressure you apply with your finger. RF kill switch – Wireless transmission uses power. Use this button to disable the wireless feature of your computer to save power or when instructed to do so, for example on an aircraft. Fingerprint reader – When you set up fingerprint authentication, you can use the fingerprint reader to turn on the computer. In addition to logging in to the computer, the fingerprint can control access to some applications. Power button – Press and hold the power button for two seconds to turn on the computer and press it for one second to resume the system from suspend and hibernate modes. Left speaker – Stereo speakers are built into the computer. The right speaker is on the opposite side of the V5. Pointing device buttons (left) – These pointing device buttons emulate mouse right and left buttons. The right button corresponds to a mouse right button. The left button corresponds to a mouse left button. Refer to “Using FlyBook V5 Input Devices” on page 11 for more information. AC power connector – Connect the AC adapter to this connector. Middle mouse button – This button corresponds to the center button on a conventional mouse. Stereo Microphones – Use the built-in stereo microphones for recording sound, video conferencing or video chatting with friends Webcam and webcam LED – Use the built-in webcam for video conferencing with friends. The LED indicates when the camera is active Ambient light sensor – This sensor detects ambient light and reduces screen brightness to adjust for optimum display quality. Refer to “Automatic Backlight Control” on page 17 for more information. Stylus slot – Use the stylus in place of the mouse to interact with FlyBook V5. Rear View 1. RJ-11 modem jack – 2. Ethernet connector – 3. Connect USB devices such as printers or flash drives to the USB connectors. Air vent – 9. Connect a microphone to the microphone jack. USB connectors – 8. Connect headphones or external speakers to the headphone jack. Microphone jack – 7. Connect a TV to this connector to use the TV as an external display. Headphone jack – 6. Connect an external display or projector to the monitor connector. TV connector – 5. Connect the computer to your home or office network (LAN) with the Ethernet connector. Monitor (VGA) connector – 4. Connect a phone line to this jack to use the internal modem. Air vents help to prevent the interior of the computer from overheating. Do not block the air vents. Strap slot – This slot enables you to attach a strap to avoid accidentally dropping the V5. 10. ExpressCard slot – Install an ExpressCard in the ExpressCard slot. Using V5 in Clamshell Mode and Tablet Mode FlyBook V5 can be operated in Clamshell mode as a standard notebook or in tablet mode, enabling you to use the V5 as you would a tablet computer. Using V5 in Clamshell Mode Follow these steps to use the V5 in clamshell mode: 1. Open the display. 2. Adjust the display to a comfortable viewing angle. Using V5 in Tablet Mode Follow the steps below to use the V5 as a tablet computer: 1. Open the display. Caution: Take care when adjusting the display not to twist or force the display to an extreme angle. See “Do’s and Don’ts with FlyBook V5” on page v. 2. Tilt the display forwards until it is vertical. Note: You can adjust the tilt of the display to adjust for glare, sunlight and other environmental factors to provide optimum viewing. 3. Twist the display clockwise 180 degrees. Caution: Do NOT twist the display counterclockwise. You will damage the LCD display. 4. Flip the screen down as shown. FlyBook V5 can now be used as a tablet computer. Getting Started with FlyBook V5 This chapter explains how to install and charge the battery, how to connect the AC adapter, and how to power up the V5 for the first time. Battery Installation When your FlyBook V5 ships, the battery is not installed. This section explains how to install the battery. Using the Battery Lock There are two latches for securing the battery in place: the battery lock (B) and the battery release (A). The battery lock must be manually closed. The battery release is spring loaded and closes automatically when you insert the battery. Installing the Battery 1. 2. Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position Align the guides on the sides of the battery with the guides in the bay and then install the battery. 3. Slide the battery lock to the locked position Warning! Always close the battery lock after inserting the battery. If the battery lock is not closed, the battery could fall out when carrying the computer and cause injury or damage the battery. Removing the Battery 1. Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position 2. While holding the battery release in the open position , remove the battery. Charging the Battery The first time you charge the battery, you should charge it for eight hours. Thereafter, the standard charging time is about three hours. To charge the battery, install it in the computer (see “Installing the Battery” on page 8) and then connect the AC adapter (see “Connecting AC Adapter” on page 9.) Connecting AC Adapter 1. Connect the AC cable (A) to the AC adapter. 2. Connect the other end of the AC cable (B) to an electricaloutlet. 3. Connect the AC adapter (C) to the AC jack on the computer. Once V5 is connected to power by AC adapter, the battery charge LED lights. Powering on V5 for the First Time For information on turning on FlyBook V5 for the first time, refer to the bundled booklet Windows® Quick Start Guide. LED Descriptions V5 LED indicators function as follows: 1. Battery (V5 is running.) – – – – LED off: No battery LED on: Battery discharge or battery is charged fully LED blink slowly: Battery is charging. LED blinks quickly: Battery's capacity is below 10%. Warning! 2. If no battery is installed, then the battery LED is always off. Hard Disk Drive – Red: The hard drive is being accessed. 3. Wireless LAN – Off: The wireless LAN module is turned off. – On: The wireless LAN module is turned on. – Blinking: Data is being transmitted or received. 4. Wireless WAN – Off: The wireless WAN module is turned off. – On: The wireless WAN module is turned on. – Blinking: Data is being transmitted or received. Note: The wireless WAN module is available only on some V5 models. 10 5. Bluetooth – Slow blinking: The Bluetooth module is on standby. – Fast blinking: Data is being transmitted or received. 6. Num Lock - 7. Lights when the numeric keypad is enabled. Caps Lock - Lights when Caps Lock mode is enabled. When enabled you can type alphabetic characters without holding the Shift key. Using Fingerprint Reader Fingerprint reader allows you to control access to your computer system and applications. To enroll your finger and use the fingerprint applications, see the bundled Quick Start Guide and Fingerprint Reader Utility Guide or the online help for the fingerprint reader utility. Using FlyBook V5 Input Devices FlyBook V5 incorporates several ways to interact with the operating system and applications. The V5 has a keyboard that emulates a standard keyboard with the addition of Fn hotkeys. The easy to use pointing device enables you to perform the same function as a mouse or touchpad. Buttons are located on both the left and right side of the V5 for easy access. A scroll bar enables you to scroll up and down in web pages or word processing applications. Finally, the stylus emulates a mouse when using the V5 as a tablet computer, and also enables you to write on the screen. Using Pointing Devices The pointing device consists of a stick pointer and two sets of dual click-buttons 11 located on the left and right side above the keyboard. The scroll bar emulates a clickable mouse wheel. Left mouse button Left mouse Scroll bar button Center mouse button Right mouse button Right mouse button Stick pointer Press the stick pointer in the direction that you want the cursor to move. The left buttons emulate the left, center, and right buttons of a standard 3 button mouse. The two right buttons and scroll bar correspond to the two buttons and click wheel of a clickable wheel type mouse. To customize the pointing device, click Start | Control Panel and then double-click the Mouse icon to open the pointing device configuration utility. The configuration utility lets you customize settings to your preference. Click Help in the pointing device utility for instructions on changing settings. Using Stylus The stylus not only emulates a mouse when the V5 is in tablet mode, it also enables you to interact with FlyBook V5 as you would with paper and pen. You can navigate the OS, write, and draw on the screen. Calibrating the Stylus for the First Time Before using the stylus with FlyBook V5, you should first calibrate the display. For calibrating and using the stylus, please refer to the bundled Touch Panel Utility Guide for further information. Using Keyboard The V5 keyboard emulates a standard-sized computer keyboard by incorporating function keys, a numeric keypad, and the Fn key. 12 Using Function (Fn) Keys Using function keys is a quick way to carry out commands or enable features on your computer. Function keys have a blue icon or have blue text (such as on the Home and PgDn keys). To use this function, press and hold the Fn key (1) and then press a function key (2). Fn key functions are described as follows: Note: Pressing some function key combinations (for example, Fn + F8) shows an On Screen display (OSD) to indicate the function used. Fn: Resume system from suspend mode. Fn + Esc: Repeatedly pressing the buttons outputs the display signal to one of the following: Connected external display only Both a connected external display and system display System display only If no external display is connected, pressing this key combination has no effect. Fn + ~: Turns the V5 LCD off. Fn + F1: Decreases display brightness. 13 Fn + F2: Increases display brightness. Fn + F3: Puts the computer in suspend mode. Fn + F4: Puts the computer in hibernation mode. Fn + F5: Mutes/enables the volume. Fn + F6: Decreases volume. Fn + F7: Increases the volume. Fn + F8: Enables or disables the built-in wireless local area networking (WLAN) feature. Fn + F9: Enables or disables the built-in wireless wide area networking (WWAN) feature. Fn + F10: Enables or disables the built-in Bluetooth feature. Fn + Alt: Turns on or off the built-in webcam. Fn + Shift: Turns the GPS function on and off. Fn + ScrLk: Enables or disables scroll lock. Whenenabled, press the up or down arrow keys to scroll up or down one line respectively. Fn + PrtSc: Print screen captures the on-screen image to the clipboard. You can then copy the contents to an image editing program. Fn + SysRq: Terminal request. This key is rarely used. Fn + Home: displays the first page of a document or moves the pointer to the beginning of a line in text. Fn + End: displays the last page of a document or move the pointer to the end of a line in text. Fn + PgUp: Moves text up one screen at a time. Fn + PgDn: Moves text down one screen at a time. Fn + A: Enables or disables the automatic light sensor. For more information, refer to “Automatic Backlight Control” on page 17. 14 Using the Numeric Keypad The keyboard has an embedded numeric keyboard. When you enable it, the Num Lock LED lights. To enable or disable the numeric keypad, press Fn + Num Lk. The illustration shown here displays the location of the embedded numeric keyboard keys. Using Windows® and Other Keys Keys such as the Windows start and application keys, and the Caps Lock key function the same as on a standard keyboard in the Windows environment. ■ ■ ■ Opens the start menu. Use it in combination with other keys to perform Windows shortcuts. The application key has the same function as the right-mouse button. Caps Lock: Toggles uppercase on and off. Note: Refer to Windows® Quick Start Guide for additional keyboard shortcuts. FlyBook Control Center FlyBook Control Center lets you quickly enable or disable wireless options and change settings such as volume and display mode. You can also check system health with this utility. The Control Center is most often used in tablet mode to access frequently used features that are normally accessed with function keys in clamshell mode. Also, some functions available in the Control Center are dedicated for tablet mode use. Opening Control Center 1. Right-click FlyBook icon in the System Tray and select Restore. The Control Center Opens. 15 2. Click the left arrow button to open/close the left side pane, and click the right arrow button to open/close the right side pane. The left side pane displays additional function buttons, while the right side pane displays the health information of the system. Using Control Center When Control Panel displays: Function Pane 1. Move the pointer over the buttons on the Control Center panel. 2. Click function icons to start (or stop) the functions. The following table briefly describes each available function: Icon Description Turns the volume on and off. 16 Turns the automatic light sensor on and off. Click to increase volume. Click volume. to decrease Click to decrease display brightness. Click decrease display brightness. to Click the buttons to orient the screen in the direction indicated. Click to enable or disable webcam. Click to enable or disable the GPS function. Click to enable or disable the wireless WAN. Click to enable or disable the wireless LAN (WiFi). Click to enable or disable the Bluetooth. Click to disable all wireless communications devices. Automatic Backlight Control Funtion Automatic Backlight Control is to automatically adjust backlight brightness based on the light condition detected by Light Sensor. How Automatic Backlight Control Works 1. For FlyBook V5, backlight brightness is controllable under two means, one is manual backlight control (by using hot-keys or through FlyBook Control Center) and the other is Automatic Backlight Control. 2. Automatic Backlight Control submits to manual backlight control. After 17 backlight brightness being manually adjusted, Automatic Backlight Control is inactivated. User needs to press hot-key Fn + A to reactivate Automatic Backlight Control. 3. When Automatic Backlight Control is on, backlight brightness will automatically adjust to the light condition detected. Light conditions are ranked in 6 degrees, and each degree has its corresponding backlight brightness. 4. The Light Sensor of FlyBook V5 is on by default. When the light is bright, screen brightness increases automatically. When the light is low, screen brightness decreases automatically. 5. Automatic Backlight Control is the default backlight control. It is activated every time operating system is started. 6. You can try to block the Light Sensor with your hand. When you do so for 2 seconds, the backlight of display will turn dark, and once you remove your hand, after 2 seconds, the backlight will recover the brightness. Customizing V5 display You can customize the V5 display by using the Windows display utility. To open the display utility: 1. Click Start | Control Panel. 2. Double-click the display icon to open [display Properties] window. Customize the display in the display Properties window. For more information, refer to the Windows online Help and Support Center. Note: Alternatively, right-click the desktop and select Properties to customize the display. Connecting Devices This section covers peripheral devices that you can use with the V5. Connecting Audio Devices Your computer has a built-in microphone and speaker. You can also connect an external microphone and headset. 18 Connecting Headphones Connect speakers or headphones to the headphone jack. Connecting a Microphone About Realtek Sound Manager Your V5 comes with Realtek Sound Manager, which enables you to configure connected audio devices. To access Realtek Sound Manager, click Start | Control Panel, and then double-click the Realtek HD Sound Effect Manager icon. Note: The built-in speakers and microphone are automatically disabled when you connect external speakers or a microphone. 19 Connecting USB Devices There are two Universal Serial Bus (USB) connectors on FlyBook V5. You can connect USB devices such as printers or flash drives to either connector. 1. Connect the USB device to one of the USB connectors on the computer. 2. Install drivers for the device as prompted. Caution: Be sure the USB icon on the connector is facing downwards as shown in the illustration. Connecting a USB cable incorrectly can damage the connector on the computer. Connecting an External Display You can connect an external monitor, projector or LCD to your computer with a resolution up to 2048 x 1536. Check the user manual of the display to be sure it supports this resolution. 1. Connect the external display to the monitor connector on the computer. 20 2. Connect the display to an electrical outlet and then turn on the display. 3. Press Fn + ~ to switch to the external display. Caution: You can permanently damage a display if it does not support the resolution that your computer is set to. Match the resolution of the V5 to the external display before you attach it to the computer. Connecting to a TV You can connect a TV to FlyBook V5 to use as an external monitor. 1. Plug the 3.5 mm TV cable adapter into the TV cable jack at the rear of FlyBook V5. 2. Connect the other end of the TV cable jack to a composite video RCA cable (yellow connector). 3. Press Fn + ~ to change the V5 output to the television. Note: Before outputting the display to a video device, check the device’s input signal type and change your computer’s output signal type to meet it. The V5 outputs NTSC or PAL video signals. Select the type in BIOS Setup Utility. The default setting is Auto Using an ExpressCard You can use 34 mm-wide and 54 mm-wide ExpressCards with your FlyBook V5. 21 Installing an ExpressCard 1. Find the notched edge on the card as shown in the following illustration. 34 mm-wide ExpressCard installation Caution: 2. Do not install or remove an ExpressCard when the computer is in standby or hibernate mode. Static electricity in your body can damage ExpressCards. To reduce the static electricity in your body, touch a bare metal table or a grounded metal object before installing an ExpressCard. Press and release the dummy card inserted in the ExpressCard slot. Card pops out. 3. Remove the dummy card from the slot. 22 54 mm-wide ExpressCard installation 4. Insert the ExpressCard into the slot. Removing an ExpressCard 1. 2. 3. Click Safely Remove Hardware in the notification area Select the card and click Stop. Push and release the card to eject it.. Securing Your V5 Before You Go Online Connecting your computer to the Internet opens the way to potential threats such as viruses and spyware. To best secure your computer purchase security software (or download it from a secure system), and then install it on your computer before you connect it to the Internet. To check your computer’s security settings click Start | Control Panel, and then click Security Center in Category View or double-click Security Center in Classic 23 View. Installing a Firewall A firewall protects your computer by blocking or allowing traffic between your computer and the Internet. Windows has a built-in firewall that helps to protect your computer. For better security, purchase a router that has a built-in firewall. You can also download free firewall software on the Internet. Installing a Spyware Blocker Spyware typically retrieves information about your Websurfing habits. It can be secretly installed on your computer with a free download and can even be installed just by visiting a Web site. Spyware can cause your Web searches to be redirected and pop up annoying adds. Once your computer is infected with spyware, it can be very difficult to remove. The key is to prevent infection in the first place by installing spyware blocker software. Spyware blocking software can be purchased online; and you can even download free spyware blocking programs. Connecting Local Area Networks Your computer has an Ethernet connector that you can use to connect to a wired network at home or in the office. If you have a wireless access point, you can also get online using the built-in wireless LAN of your computer. Connecting LAN Wired connections are more secure and more stable than wireless connections. You can connect your computer to the network while it is turned on. Refer to the following to set up a wired connection: 1. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Ethernet connector on the computer. 24 2. Connect the other end of the cable to your router or switch. It takes a few minutes for your router to assign an IP address to your computer. When your computer is connected, the following message appears over the LAN icon in the System Tray. 3. Double-click the LAN icon to view details for your connection. Connecting a Wireless LAN (WLAN) Use your computer’s built-in wireless LAN module to access your home or office network. The wireless LAN module is powered by the Intel® PROSet/Wireless utility. Wireless systems work in infrastructure mode or peer-topeer mode. In infrastructure mode, wireless devices communicate to a wired LAN via access points. In ad-hoc mode (also known as peer-to-peer mode), wireless devices communicate with each other directly and do not use an access point. To connect to a wireless network: Press Fn + F8 to enable the wireless LAN module. The Intel® PROSet wireless module automatically scans for available networks. Follow the on-screen prompts to access a network. Click Help in the Intel® PROSet/Wireless utility for assistance. Click the utility icon in the system tray at any time to open the Intel PROSet Utility. Using the Built-in Modem The built-in fax/data modem module enables you to connect the V5 to a remote network or the Internet or fax documents. Making a Dial-up Connection Before making a dial-up connection, you must install connection components in Windows and create a dialing profile for the connection. More than one profile can be created for different connection purposes. 25 Creating Modem Dial-up Connection Components To install modem dial-up connection components: 1. 2. Click Start | Control Panel and double-click the Network Connections icon. Click Create A New Connection to open a wizard that will instruct you how to install dial-up connection components and set up a profile. When a component is created, an associated icon is displayed in the Network Connections window. For more information on installing modem dial-up components, refer to the Windows online Help and Support Center. Making a Modem Dial-up Connection To make a modem dial-up connection: 1. Connect a phone jack to the RJ-11 jack at the rear of FlyBook V5 to use the built-in modem. 2. In Network Connections panel, double-click the icon of the component you wish to use to make the connection. Once the connection is established, the icon shows “connected”. Click the icon to open the status window to check or stop the connection, or open its connection properties window and configure this connection component. Windows supports other modem dial-up connection utilities. If you have other utilities installed, see their guides or online helps to learn how to create and make connections. Sending and Receiving a Fax The built-in fax/data modem module supports faxing. You can use Windows Fax 26 or other fax applications to send and receive faxes. Windows also provides a fax printer service transferring from printer function of programs. Refer to the Windows online Help and Support Center for further details, or refer to your fax application’s online help or user guide. Using the Built-in WWAN Module The optional built-in WWAN module uses cellular carriers for transmission. It enables you to connect your FlyBook V5 to the Internet or use the V5 to make phone calls. Before using the module, you must apply for an access account, and get a SIM card and dialing profile from your wireless WAN service provider. The SIM card acts as an access permission key for your account. Note: The V5 accommodates various 3.5G WWAN modules (HSDPA / UMTS / EDGE/ GPRS / GSM) and advanced modules. Please check the model of your V5 to identify the module that is installed. Installing SIM Card 1. Remove the battery (refer to “Battery Installation” on page 7.) 2. Locate the SIM card. 3. Push and slide the SIM holder in the direction of the arrow to release the holder. 4. Raise the SIM holder as shown. 27 5. Insert the SIM card making sure it is inserted all the way to the bottom of the slot. 6. Close the SIM card holder and lock it in place. 7. Reinstall the battery. Connecting V5 to a Wireless WAN 1. Press Fn + F9 to turn on the wireless WAN module, or click the WWAN icon in FlyBook Control Center. Your WWAN utility opens. 2. When the module is turned on, it seeks your service provider’s network and registers. If the service provider’s network is inaccessible, the module continues to search for other available networks and ask you to select one and register. 3. Double-click the WAN connection status icon in system tray to check the connection status. Refer to the “FlyBook WWAN Utility Guide” booklet or the online help for information on using the utility. Using the Built-in Bluetooth Module Using the built-in Bluetooth module the computer can communicate with Bluetooth-equipped devices such as computers, cellular phones, printers, faxes, keyboards, and pointing devices. The module also enables you to take advantage of the following versatile Bluetooth services: Personal area networking Dial-up networking Serial port connection File transfer LAN access Synchronization and PIM data exchange Printing Human interface device (Keyboard, Mouse) connection 28 Faxing Connecting a headset Audio distribution To enable the Bluetooth module, press Fn + F10; a Bluetooth icon appears in the system tray. Double-click the icon to open the main window of the utility. Read the online help of the Bluetooth utility to see how to use Bluetooth services. Using the Built-in Webcam Your computer features a built-in webcam that is already set up and ready to use with most of web applications that support video messaging, such as MSN Messenger or Skype. Enabling the Webcam To use the webcam: 1. Press Fn + Alt to enable the built-in webcam. 2. Open your favorite application and launch the webcam. Refer to the help of the application to learn how to use the webcam. Note: When a webcam enabled application is open, the webcam LED lights when you turn on the webcam. Adjusting Webcam Orientation The webcam rotates up to 225 degrees, enabling you to adjust it in clamshell and tablet mode for optimum use. Refer to the following instructions to adjust the webcam orientation: 1. Rotate the webcam for optimum use. 29 2. Rotate the webcam completely to take video or pictures of a scene (such as a conference) while still being able to use FlyBook V5 for data entry. Caution: Be careful to follow the instructions in this section when adjusting the Webcam. Otherwise you may damage it. Managing Power System The computer controls its power activities through an ACPI power management unit. The unit employs a set of power management schemes to maximize power conservation and optimize system performance. Windows manages all power-saving features and provides a Power Options utility in customizing the computer’s power system. To start the Power Options utility: 1. Click Start | Control Panel. 2. Double-click the Power Options icon to display [Power Options Properties] window. 3. Following the indications to check and change the settings. Customize your computer’s power system in this window. Refer to the Windows online Help and Support Center to see ACPI and Power Options if necessary. Customizing System BIOS The BIOS setup utility enables you to you change core settings on your FlyBook V5 such as the system time, boot order, and auto-repeat rate for your keyboard. Most users will find the default settings optimal for their needs. Caution: Be sure you understand any changes you make to BIOS settings. Choosing incorrect settings can cause your V5 30 not to boot up. Accessing BIOS Setup When you turn on your computer a message Press F2 to enter BIOS appears. Press F2 to enter the BIOS setup. Note: To exit BIOS Setup without saving your changes, select Exit Discarding Changes and press Enter. When prompted to save, select No and press Enter. On the right side of the Setup screen is an area labeled Item Specific Help. This area lists navigation key shortcuts and information that is specific for the item that is selected. Updating BIOS Firmware You can download updated BIOS from the manufacturer's Web site and upgrade the BIOS on your computer. New BIOS may provide support for new peripherals, improvements in performance or fixes for known bugs. To download firmware, please go to http://www.dialogue.com.tw. Troubleshooting In each problem-specific section, try the steps in the order suggested. This may help you to solve the problem more quickly. Try to pin point the problem and thus avoid replacing nondefective parts. Keep a record of the steps you take when troubleshooting. The information may be useful when calling for technical support or for passing on to service personnel. 31 Identifying Problems Follow the steps below to identify your problems: 1. Turn off the computer. 2. Disconnect any peripheral devices such as an external mouse or printer. 3. Make sure that the AC adapter is properly connected to your computer and the power source is good. (Use some other electrical device to confirm that the electrical outlet is working.) 4. Leave the computer off for approximately 10 seconds, and then switch it on again. The computer should enter the boot sequence and start normally. 5. If the computer does not start normally, look for a screen message or other clue on the malfunction. If failure is detected in an area other than the mainboard, an error message is displayed on the screen and testing is stopped. If your system does not successfully start, but displays a blank screen, emits a series of beeps, or displays an error code, consult your dealer. General Hardware Problem A few common hardware problems and suggested solutions are presented below: The display screen is dark. 1. Adjust the screen brightness. 2. Make sure that the computer is not in suspend mode. An incorrect date and time are displayed. Correct the date and time using the DOS DATE and TIME commands or the options in the Setup Utility. (You can also set the date and time in Windows by double clicking the clock on the task bar or in the control panel.) If the date and time become incorrect after a short time, your CMOS battery may be depleted. Contact your dealer to change the battery. The computer does not start or boot-up 32 1. If the power indicator is not on, the computer is without power. Make sure you have properly attached the AC adapter and power cord, or have installed a charged battery. 2. If the computer is running on battery power, ensure that the battery charge is not low. If the battery appears to be charged, it may be faulty. 3. If the computer is using the AC adapter, ensure that the AC outlet, airplane seat jack, or car cigarette lighter are working. If the AC outlet power is working, the AC adapter may be faulty. Hard drive or external boot-up device is inaccessible. 1. If the hard disk indicator is lit, BIOS may be incorrectly set. Revise the BIOS settings for the Primary Master. 2. Security may be set to prevent starting the operating system. 3. If you choose to boot up your system from an external device through a USB port, make sure it is on and bootable media is inserted. The screen is blank or the display is abnormal. 1. The computer may be set to an external display device only. Press Fn + F1 to switch to the V5 display. 2. The power management system may automatically blank the screen to save power, and is in video time-out, standby mode, or hibernation mode. Press Fn key or press power button for 1 second to resume the system. 3. The angle of the display and the brightness level is inadequate for the ambient lighting. Adjust the display angle and press Fn + F2 or Fn + F3 to adjust the brightness level. 4. The LCD screen has a default resolution of 1280 x 768 (WXGA). If you set the resolution lower than this, the screen expands to fill the display. When the system can not expand its display to full screen on the LCD screen or on an external display device, you can right click on Windows desktop and select Properties to open the display Properties window. Then click the Settings tab and set the resolution to an appropriate value. No audio output 1. The audio system is closed or the volume of audio system is too low. Use hot keys or FlyBook Control Center to open the audio system and adjust the volume. 33 2. The audio output is disabled or too low for the audio application. Open the audio output and adjust the volume. 3. When plugging an earphone or external speaker into the earphone/line-out jack, the built-in speakers are disabled automatically. If you can not hear sound from the built-in speakers, ensure that nothing is plugged into the jack. The keyboard, pointing device or connected mouse does not work properly. 1. The system may have entered Suspend to RAM mode. Press Fn key or push power button to resume the system. 2. An application may have locked out your input device. Restart your system. 3. If the keyboard or mouse does not respond on the USB port, ensure that the devices are installed properly and that drivers are installed. Cannot connect to a wireless LAN 1. An incorrect network name (SSID) or network key may be used. Make sure you have set the network name (SSID) and key to the same values as the access point (infrastructure connection) or the computers to be connected (Ad Hoc connection) have. 2. The computer may be too far from other communication devices. Retry the connection after moving your computer closer to the computers to be connected with (Ad Hoc connection) or to the access point (infrastructure connection). Also, check the wave condition in the Wireless Network Connection Status window. 3. Check if the wireless LAN module is turned on. Verify that Disable Radio is not checked in the Network setting window. 4. Make sure you have access rights or network authentication to the network you want to connect to. 5. Try changing channels to avoid active channel duplication. 6. Check the setting of the protocol, work group, shared setting, and IP address Cannot charge battery or losing power quickly 1. Verify that the battery is properly installed and it is not too hot or too cold. 2. Calibrate the battery. 34 3. The installed battery may be faulty. Replace it with a new one. Having V5 Serviced If you are unable to solve the problem, you should have the computer serviced. Pack the computer in the original carton. Include a description of the problem and a checklist of the steps you took when trying to fix the problem. The information may be useful to the service personnel. Return the computer to the place you purchased it. Power Specification DC-In Power Supply (Through DC-IN Power Jack): Input Rating: 15-19Vdc, 2.64-3.34A, 50W Maximum Operating Temperature (Ambient): 38 degrees centigrade AC Adapter: Model No.: Delta ADP-50HH Rev. A. Input Rating: 100-240Vac、50-60Hz、1.5A Output Rating: 19Vdc, 2.64A, Class II, Marked LPS Battery: Battery Pack: 6 cell 3S2P 103450 Li-Ion rechargeable battery pack Charging: Direct DC charging 35 Index A AC adapter connect, 9 connector, location, 3 access account, 27 air vent, location, 4 ambient light sensor location, 3 application key, 15 audio devices headphone, connect, 19 headphone, jack location, 4 microphone, connect, 19 microphone, jack location, 4 Automatic Backlight Control, 17 B battery battery lock, 7 charging, 9 charging time, 9 install, 8 LED, 10 remove, 9 BIOS accessing, 31 description, 31 update, 31 Bluetooth enable/disable, 14, 17, 29 use, 28 brightness decrease, 17 increase, 17 C calibrating stylus, 12 Caps Lock key, 15 clamshell mode, 5 connect AC adapter, 9 audio devices, 18 external display, 20 USB devices, 20 control Automatic Backlight Control, 17 Control Center function, 16 opening, 15 use, 16 D display brightness, decrease, 13 brightness, increase, 14 clamshell mode, 5 tablet Mode, 5 E Ethernet connecting LAN, 24 connector, location, 4 ExpressCard install, 22 remove, 23 slot, location, 4 use, 21 F faxing, 26 fingerprint reader location, 2 use, 11 FlyBook V5 cleaning, vii do’s and don’ts, v introduction, 1 power on, 10 tour, 1 G GPS enable/disable, 14, 17 use, 29 H hard disk enter hibernate mode, 14 LED, 10 headphone jack, location, 4 hibernate mode enter hibernate mode, 14 K keyboard use, 12 keys function (Fn) keys, description, 13 36 Index function (Fn) keys, use, 13 L LAN connect, 24 LED lights battery LED, 10 Bluetooth LED, 11 Caps Lock LED, 11 description, 10 hard disk LED, 10 location, 2 Num Lock LED, 11 WLAN LED, 10 M microphone connect, 19 jack, location, 4 modem creating dial-up components, 26 faxing, 26 jack, location, 4 monitor (VGA) connector, location, 4 N Num Lock LED, 11 security firewall, install, 24 spyware blocker, install, 24 service contact, vi having V5 serviced, 35 SIM card description, 27 install, 27 speakers location, 2 spyware blocker, 24 stereo microphone location, 3 stick pointer location, 2 strap slot location, 4 stylus use, 12 stylus slot location, 3 suspend mode enter suspend mode, 14 resume system, 13 T tablet mode, 5 troubleshooting general hardware problem, 32 identifying problems, 32 TV Connect TV, 21 connector, location, 4 P pointing devices location, 2, 3 use, 11 power button location, 2 power management use utility, 30 power specification, 35 USB connector, location, 4 USB devices connect, 20 V R Realtek Sound Manager, 19 RF Kill, 17 RF kill switch location, 2 S screen orientation, 17 scroll bar location, 2 U view front-left view, 1 rear view, 3 volume decrease, 14, 17 increase, 14, 17 mute, 14, 16 W webcam enable/disable, 14, 17 location, 3 37 Index Webcam adjusting orientation, 29 enable/disable, 29 Windows key, 15 Windows® keys, 15 Wireless LAN connect, 25 WLAN enable/disable, 14, 17, 25 LED lights, 10 WWAN accessing, 27 connecting, 28 enable/disable, 14, 17, 28 LED, 10 SIM card, install, 27 utility, 28 38 This publication, including all photographs, illustrations and software, is protected under international copyright laws, with all rights reserved. Neither this manual, nor any of the material contained herein, may be reproduced without written consent of the manufacturer. © Copyright 2007 Dialogue Technology Corporation 39
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