ViewSonic MW251V150 802.11/b Wireless Monitor-Airpanel V150 User Manual APV110 UG

ViewSonic Corporation 802.11/b Wireless Monitor-Airpanel V150 APV110 UG

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ViewSonic®User GuideGuide de l’utilisateurBedienungsanleitungWireless MonitorV150
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8-30-02 ViewSonic airpanel V110 iContentsIntroductionYour airpanel V150 Wireless Monitor ..................................... 2Precautions ............................................................................ 2airpanel V150 Features .......................................................... 3Front Control Buttons and Features ................................... 3Rear Connection Ports & Panels ....................................... 4Battery & Power Properties .................................................... 5Battery Power Status .......................................................... 5Changing the Battery ....................................................... 6Antenna Signal Properties ...................................................... 6Wireless Connection Signal Status ..................................... 6Basic SetupCharging the Battery .............................................................. 7Using the AC/DC Power Converter ..................................... 7Setting Up Software ............................................................... 8BEFORE YOU BEGIN ........................................................ 8Accessing Information from your Home PC ........................ 12Using the airpanel V150The Buttons ............................................................................ 13Using the Stylus ..................................................................... 14Moving Windows ................................................................. 14Operating System not Responding ..................................... 15Calibrating the Touch Screen .............................................. 15Adjusting Stylus Double-tap Rate ....................................... 15Resetting your airpanel .......................................................... 16Soft Reset ........................................................................... 16Hard Reset .......................................................................... 16PCMCIA Cards ....................................................................... 17Using a PCMCIA Card ....................................................... 17airpanel Settings ..................................................................... 18Device Settings ................................................................... 18Optional AccessoriesThe ViewSonic airpanel V150 Dock .......................................24Commercially Available Options ............................................. 25
ii ViewSonic airpanel V150External USB Keyboard ...................................................... 25External USB Mouse ........................................................... 25External Headphone Set ..................................................... 25External Microphone ........................................................... 25Appendixairpanel V150 Specifications .................................................. 26Customer Support .................................................................. 28Cleaning and Maintenance .................................................... 29Limited Warranty .................................................................... 30Safety Guidelines ................................................................... 31Compliance and Safety Notices ............................................. 32Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) Compliance ............... 32Safety Notices ..................................................................... 34
ViewSonic airpanel V150 1airpanel V150 Copyright © ViewSonic Corporation, 2002. All rights reserved. airpanel is a trademark of ViewSonic Corporation. ViewSonic, and the three birds logo are registered trademarks of ViewSonic Corporation.Microsoft, Windows, Windows CE, Windows CE Inbox, Explorer and Internet Explorer, Pocket Word, Microsoft Word, Active Sync, MSN, Excel, Windows RDP and the Windows logo are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Citrix, WindView, and ICA are registered trademarks of Citrix Systems, Inc. MetaFrame is a trademark of Citrix Systems, Inc.Intel and X-Scale are registered trademarks of Intel Corporation.VESA is a registered trademark of the Video Electronics Standards Association. CompactFlash is a trademark of the CompactFlash Association. ENERGY STAR® is a registered trademark of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). As an ENERGY STAR® partner, ViewSonic Corporation has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency.Disclaimer: ViewSonic Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from furnishing this material, or the performance or use of this product.In the interest of continuing product improvement, ViewSonic Corporation reserves the right to change product specifications without notice. Information in this document may change without notice.No part of this document may be copied, reproduced, or transmitted by any means, for any purpose without prior written permission from ViewSonic Corporation. Product RegistrationTo meet your future needs, and to receive any additional product information as it becomes available, please register your product on the Internet at: www.viewsonic.com. The airpanel V150 Utility CD-ROM also provides an opportunity for you to print the registration form, which you may mail or fax to ViewSonic. Product disposal at end of product lifeViewSonic is concerned about the preservation of our environment. Please dispose of this product properly at the end of its useful life. Your local waste disposal company may provide information about proper disposal.For Your RecordsProduct Name:Model Number:Document Number:Serial Number:Purchase Date:airpanel V150VSMW24688A-CD-airpanel_V150-1______________________________
2 ViewSonic airpanel V150IntroductionYour airpanel V150 Wireless MonitorCongratulations on your purchase of a ViewSonic® airpanelTM V150 Wireless Monitor. With your airpanel V150 you will be able to access files, e-mail, applications, surf the web and data located on your Microsoft Windows XP Professional PC remotely. This user guide will help you set-up your airpanel V150 and introduce you to its many features.Important! Save the original box and all packing material for future shipping needs. Your airpanel V150 package contents include:•ViewSonic airpanel V150• Quick Start Guide• airpanel V150 battery• AC/DC power adapter with Power cord• USB Setup Cable (airpanel to PC)•Stylus (2)• Stylus Tether• airpanel V150 Utility CD-ROM which includes the User Guide documentation and the wireless monitor installation software Precautions• For best viewing conditions view the screen from a distance of 15" to 18".• DON’T TOUCH THE SCREEN WITH YOUR FINGERS. Oils from the skin are difficult to remove. • NEVER REMOVE THE REAR COVER. Your airpanel V150 contains high voltage parts. You may suffer serious injury if you touch these parts. • Avoid exposing the screen to direct sunlight or another heat source. The screen should be facing away from direct sunlight to reduce glare.• Always handle your airpanel V150 with care; dropping your airpanel V150 could void the warranty.• Do not operate your airpanel V150 outside in a wet, damp or extremely cold environment.• Do not place heavy objects on the screen, video cable, or power cord.• If smoke, abnormal noise, or strange odor is present, immediately switch the airpanel V150 off and call your dealer or ViewSonic.• Use only the AC/DC power adapter supplied with your airpanel V150.
ViewSonic airpanel V150 3airpanel V110 FeaturesFront Control Buttons and Features Features, Lights, and Buttons1. Antenna Activity Indicator Light2. Speaker3. Mouse Button - Right4. Mouse Button - Left5. Power On/Off Indicator Light6. On/Off Toggle Switch7. Virtual Keyboard On/Off Toggle Switch8. Log On/Off to Host PC & airpanel Settings9. Cursor Navigation Button10. MicrophoneFigure 1: Front of airpanel V15012345678910
4 ViewSonic airpanel V150Rear Connection Ports & Panels Ports, Buttons, Slots, Jacks, & Switches1. Microphone Port2. Headphone Port3. DC Power Port4. Main Battery Port5. Stylus in Storage Slot 6. Stylus Tether Port7. USB Ports (Two)8. Reset Port9. PCMCIA Eject Button10. PCMCIA Card Slot11. USB Port (Mini-B)12. Kensington Security Lock Port13. Docking Port14. Auxiliary Battery Port15. Main Battery LatchFigure 2: Back of airpanel V1501234135 6 7 8 9 1015141211
ViewSonic airpanel V150 5Action Item 1: Hal - See David for security port “legalese.”Battery & Power PropertiesCAUTION: Replace only with airpanel V150 battery (MW-BAT-003).Your airpanel V150 has two power sources, AC (using the AC/DC converter) or battery. To run your airpanel V150 from an AC outlet, use the supplied AC/DC adapter cable. It takes the airpanel V150 approximately two (2) hours to charge while not in use and four (4) hours while in use. In normal operation (when not connected to an AC outlet), the airpanel V110 operates on battery power alone. A fully charged battery can last up to four (4) hours depending on power consumption factors such as the screen’s brightness setting. The use of optional PCMCIA card accessories will also affect battery life. Battery Power Status The Power Level IconTo determine the battery’s current charge level, check the battery charge icon on the airpanel desktop screen.The Power Status LEDThe Power Status LED at the upper right corner of the airpanel also displays useful information in the battery’s current status and charge level.In normal battery powered operation:• Off - the device is powered off• Solid Green - power level OK• Solid Yellow - power level low• Blinking Yellow - power level critically lowWhen using the AC Power Adapter:• Solid Green - AC powered, battery charged• Solid Yellow - AC powered, battery chargingWhen using the optional airpanel V150 Dock (described later in the manual):• Solid Green - AC powered, battery charged• Blinking Green - AC powered, battery charging100% 0% 50%
6 ViewSonic airpanel V150Changing the Battery Antenna Signal PropertiesYour airpanel V150 and home PC use a wireless radio signal standard called Wi-Fi (802.11b) to communicate with one another. For the best possible connection signal, locate the AirSync wireless adapter at an adequate height above floor level. The quality of your radio connection signal can be weakened by excessive distance and by intervening materials such as walls and furnishings. On occasion, you may want to check the quality of your wireless connection. Wireless Connection Signal StatusThe Network IconTo check the quality of the wireless signal connection between your airpanel and your home PC, view the network icon on the airpanel desktop screen.The Antenna Status LEDThe Antenna Status LED at the upper left corner of the airpanel also displays useful information on the wireless signal connection:• Off - no signal, no connection• Solid Green - good signal level• Solid Yellow - poor signal level1Slide the Battery Latch upward into the unlock position.2Slide out the old battery.3Slide in the new battery.4Slide the Battery Latch downward into the locked position.Figure 3: Battery Removal and Insertion3214Excellent Good Very Low
ViewSonic airpanel V150 7Basic Setup Your airpanelTM V150 Wireless Monitor features powerful software and hardware allowing you to connect to your home PC in order to view and edit files, wirelessly send/receive e-mail, and explore the World Wide Web. This section explains the ports, cables, connections and hardware used to get you started. More details and connection options are explained in the next section, Using the airpanelTM V150. Charging the Battery Using the AC/DC Power ConverterBefore using the airpanel V150 Wireless Monitor for the first time, charge the battery for at least 3 hours. You may charge, recharge, and/or operate your airpanel V150 with available AC power using the AC/DC power converter. Use the AC/DC power converter as shown in the figure below. Caution: Use only the power converter supplied with your airpanel V150. An optional airpanel docking station, described later in this manual, may also be used to charge, recharge, and/or operate your airpanel.For additional information on battery charging and operation, please review the Battery Power & Properties section presented earlier in this chapter. 1Plug the AC/DC cable into the airpanel.2Connect the power cord to the AC/DC adapter.3Plug the power cord into an AC outlet.Figure 4: Using the AC/DC Power Converter
8 ViewSonic airpanel V150Setting Up SoftwareThe airpanel V150 Wireless Monitor is intended for use as a Microsoft Windows for Smart Display device. The Smart Display capability allows the airpanel remote access to a home computer running the Windows XP Professional operating system.BEFORE YOU BEGINTo use your airpanel V150 as a Microsoft® Windows for Smart Display device, you must have the following:• Another personal computer running Windows XPTM professional• Windows XP Professional Service Pack 1 or higher. (Included on the airpanel V150 Utility CD)Action Item 2: Hal - MS software availability to be decided. Follow up.• A USB WI-FI (802.11b) wireless access adapter or a wireless network access point.HARDWARE / SOFTWARE SETUPSTEP 1 Turn on the airpanel V150Action Item 3: Hal - Standby to redo all graphics w/ Adapter
ViewSonic airpanel V150 9STEP 2 Turn on the your Home PCSTEP 3 Insert the airpanel V150 Utility CD The airpanel utility contains the Microsoft® Windows for Smart Displays installation software.If the Setup application does not start up automatically, you can start it manually by opening Setup.exe on the CD. To open the CD, chose the Start menu then select My Computer.
10 ViewSonic airpanel V150STEP 4 Follow the Setup InstructionsThe instructions to be followed are the ones on your Home PC monitor, not the ones on the airpanel’s Welcome screenAction Item 4: Hal - Expect change in graphic on future build.STEP 5 Connect the USB Setup CableWhen prompted, connect the airpanel V150 and host PC to one another using the USB Setup Cable (USB Mini-B to Type A) to down load OS to V150The Home PC Screen The airpanel Welcome Screen
ViewSonic airpanel V150 11STEP 6 Remove the USB Setup CableWhen the setup application is finished,disconnect the host PC and the airpanel V150 from one another by removing the USB Setup CableThe quality of your radio connection signal can be weakened by excessive distance and by intervening materials such as walls and furnishings. For the best possible radio connection, locate the AirSync wireless ad apter at an adequate height above floor level.STEP 7 Connect the Adapter CablePlug the ViewSonic AirSync Wi-Fi Wireless Access Adapter to your home PC. The table PC can use wireless function to communication with home PC.For those users intending to use a wireless access point, please refer to the Microsoft Windows XP Help files for additional information. Action Item 5: Group - Develop a wireless access point plan.
12 ViewSonic airpanel V150Accessing Information from your Home PCYou are now ready to use the airpanel V150 Wireless Monitor to access information from your home computer.Opening the airpanel Link to your Home PCTo establish initial access to your Home PC, you begin at the airpanel default Welcome screen. Once the initial connection has been established, the device’s default screen becomes the Dashboard screen. For all future sessions you will simply tap your account button on the Dashboard to establish your connection. Figure 5: The airpanel Welcome ScreenStarting from the airpanel Welc ome screen :1Tap the Advanced Button - the Calibration screen will open.2Follow the Calibration Instructions - the Alignment Successful screen then will open.3Tap Next on the Alignment Screen - the Mira Input Panel will open.4Tap Next on the Mira Input Panel - the Setup Complete screen will open5Tap the Finished Button on the Setup Complete Screen - the Dashboard screen will open.Figure 6: The airpanel Dashboard Screen6Click your User Account Button on the Dashboard - the Password prompt will open.7Press the Virtual Keyboard Button on the Unit - the Virtual Keyboard will open.8Enter your Password then Click OK- your Home PC’s monitor will go dark. The Home PC’s desktop will then appear on your airpanel device.You can now operate your Home PC remotely from your airpanel Wireless Monitor just as if you were at your Home PC itself. Virtual Keyboard ButtonUser Account Button
ViewSonic airpanel V150 13Using the airpanel V150The ButtonsThe buttons on the right and left side of the airpanel V150 Wireless Monitor screen give you quick access to utilities and provide navigational control. Figure 7: The airpanel ButtonsA. Right Mouse Button - Right functionsB. Left Mouse Button - Left functionsC. Power Button - Allows you to toggle the unit On and Off.D. Virtual Keyboard Button - Allows you to toggle the Virtual Keyboard On and Off. The Virtual Keyboard enables you to input data using the stylus.E. Connection Button - Allows you to connect and disconnect the airpanel to and from your Home PC.F. Cursor Button - Allows you to control the cursor without having to use the stylus or a mouse.FRONT BUTTONSPower C.Virtual Keyboard D.Connection E.A. Mouse RightB. Mouse Left Cursor F.
14 ViewSonic airpanel V150Using the StylusUse the stylus to “tap” or “double-tap” on an application icon and to select items on the menu. The stylus is also used to “type” on the Virtual Keyboard and to write notes when in handwriting recognition mode. The two styli that are supplied with your airpanelTM V110 are designed for your screen. Use of other pointers could damage your screen. When not in use, you can conveniently place your stylus in the storage slot located on the top edge of your airpanel V150 Wireless Monitor. A Stylus Tether has been provided to allow you to attach the stylus to the airpanel so it will not become lost or misplaced.Figure 9: Stylus with TetherAction Item 6: Hal - Show tether attached.Moving Windows1To move a window on the screen, press on the title-bar gently with the stylus.2Move the window slowly to a new location.Figure 8: Stylus
ViewSonic airpanel V150 15Operating System not RespondingIf your operating system is not responding to your stylus, try double-tapping on the screen. Also, try solid taps in the center of the icon. If you still have problems, you may need to recalibrate your screen.Calibrating the Touch ScreenIf your touch screen is not responding accurately to taps with the stylus, you may need to recalibrate the screen. To do so:1Tap on the desktop Settings button - the Settings window will open2Tap on the General Tab3Tap on the Realign Button in the Stylus section4Follow the on-screen instructions5When finished, tap the screen - the recalibration is completeThe instructions will ask you to place the stylus on a series of cross-hair target symbols. When doing so, rather than just tapping the screen, hold the stylus in place for a second or two as directed until the program responds.Adjusting Stylus Double-tap RateThe double-tap rate can be set in the Settings window:1 Tap on the desktop Settings button - the Settings window will open2Tap on the General Tab3Double-tap on the checkerboard graphic to set your double tap rate4Close the Settings window
16 ViewSonic airpanel V150Resetting your airpanelSoft ResetShould your airpanelTM V150 fail to respond, it may be restarted without turning off the power. 1Locate the reset button on the top of your airpanel. 2Use the tip of your stylus to press the reset button to restart your airpanel. NOTE: A Soft Reset will disable the wireless connection to your home computer. You must re-establish the connection to your home computer by going through the log-on process.Hard ResetA hard reset may be required on rare occasions if your airpanel V150 completely locks up and the soft reset described above does not help.You can perform a hard reset by detaching the main battery while the device is On. You can also:1Remove the auxiliary battery’s cover panel.2Remove then replace the auxiliary battery and cover panel.Figure 11: The Auxiliary Battery PortNOTE: A Hard Reset will restore the airpanel V150 to its factory default settings and will also delete the contents of internal memory (RAM). You will need to re-install your PC settings in order to use the airpanel. See the airpanel software setup section for complete instructions.Figure 10: The Reset Button
ViewSonic airpanel V150 17PCMCIA CardsA PCMCIA card can extend the functionality of your airpanel V150 Wireless Monitor by providing added features such as extra storage.Using a PCMCIA Card For a list of supported PCMCIA cards, see our web site www.viewsonic.com.1Insert PCMCIA card carefully into the slot on the top side of the airpanel until it snaps into place.2Push the release button before removing.CAUTION: Make sure the card is oriented correctly before inserting. Do not force the card in or out. It should be easy to insert or remove.Figure 12: PCMCIA Card

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