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DTF-720

interactive pen display

Installation Guide & User’s Manual

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Wacom DTF-720 interactive pen display

Installation Guide & User’s Manual

Version 2.2, Rev G2009

Copyright



Wacom Co., Ltd., 2009

All rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced except for your express personal use.

Wacom reserves the right to revise this publication without obligation to provide notification of such changes.

Wacom does its best to provide current and accurate information in this manual. However, Wacom reserves the

right to change any specifications and product configurations at its discretion, without prior notice and without

obligation to include such changes in this manual.

The above year indicates when this manual was prepared. However, the date of release to the users of the

“manual” is simultaneous with the introduction into the market of the applicable Wacom product.

DuoSwitch is a trademark, and Wacom is a registered trademark of Wacom Co., Ltd.

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United States and/or other countries. Apple, the Apple logo, and Macintosh are trademarks of Apple Computer,

Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

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registered as trademarks. Mention of third-party products is for informational purposes only and constitutes neither

an endorsement nor a recommendation. Wacom assumes no responsibility with regard to the performance or use

of these products.

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Introduction and overview

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INTRODUCTION AND OVERVIEW

The Wacom

®

DTF-720 interactive pen display combines the benefits of a Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)

with the control, comfort, and productivity of Wacom’s cordless, battery-free pen technology. This gives

you a direct pen-on-screen interface for your computer.

The basic components of the DTF-720 include a Wacom pen tablet internally mounted behind a 17.0"

diagonal TFT color display, and a Wacom pen.

The DTF-720 also comes equipped with a VGA pass-thru (RGB-O

UT

) port, enabling you to

simultaneously connect a VGA monitor or projector to the pen display.

This manual describes how to install the DTF-720 hardware and software. It also describes how to use

the DTF-720 and pen.

Please follow all instructions carefully.

The computer treats the DTF-720 as two separate devices (the display and the pen tablet).

Therefore, the installation process is completed in two stages:

•

First install the DTF-720 as a display.

•

Then install the DTF-720 as a pen tablet.

Both stages require hardware and software installations and adjustments.

Please follow all

instructions carefully.

IMPORTANT:

You MUST install the Wacom pen tablet driver software for correct pen-on-screen

functionality.

To learn about using the Pen Tablet control panel to customize your pen display tablet and pen settings

on Windows or Macintosh computers, see

Customizing

on page 19.

The following kinds of information are not included with this product: information about your specific

computer hardware or operating system, or information about your application software. Your best

source for this information is the set of manuals and discs that came with your hardware, operating

system, or application.

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Precautions

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PRECAUTIONS

To ensure the safe usage of your product, be sure to follow all instructions, cautions, and warnings

found within this manual. Failure to do so could cause the loss of data or damage to your computer.

Failure to do so could also void your warranty, in which case Wacom shall have no responsibility to

repair or replace the product.

PHYSICAL LOCATION

ENVIRONMENT

W

ARNING

This symbol indicates an item that, if disregarded, may lead

to loss of human life or serious injury.

C

AUTION

This symbol indicates an item that, if disregarded, may lead

to human injury or damage to personal property.

Exercise due care and diligence whenever engaging in a described action.

W

ARNING

Do not use the DTF-720 interactive pen display in a facility control system that

requires extremely high reliability;

it may cause other electronic devices to malfunction, or

other devices may cause the pen display to malfunction. Where use is prohibited, power off

the DTF-720 to prevent the possibility of it causing other electronic devices to malfunction.

Wacom does not accept any liability for direct or consequential damages. For details, please

refer to your Warranty located at the end of this manual.

Temperature and humidity

• Operating temperature and humidity: 5˚ to 35˚C, 20 to 80% RH

• Storage temperature and humidity: -10˚ to 60˚C, 20 to 90% RH

C

AUTION

Do not use or store the DTF-720 where:

• Temperature changes are severe or exceed specifications (e.g., outdoors or inside

a vehicle).

• The DTF-720 and pen are exposed to direct sunlight or heat from an appliance, or are

exposed to water or any other kind of liquid.

C

AUTION

Do not use the DTF-720 in a dusty environment;

this may damage the unit.

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Precautions

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USAGE

HANDLING

W

ARNING

Only use the power adapter that came with the DTF-720.

If a different type of power

adapter is used, the DTF-720 will not work properly or may be damaged.

Using a different

type of power adapter also has the potential to result in fire.

Use of a different power

adapter will void your warranty.

C

AUTION

Be sure to use a grounded power source when applying power to the DTF-720.

C

AUTION

Do not connect or disconnect the video or power cables while the DTF-720 or your

computer are turned on;

this may damage the display or computer video card. In this case,

Wacom shall have no responsibility to repair or replace the product.

C

AUTION

This product is for use with a VGA video card;

using an inappropriate video card may

damage the DTF-720.

C

AUTION

Do not block the rear panel ventilation holes;

this may overheat and damage the unit.

When not using the DTF-720 for long periods of time, unplug the power adapter from

the AC outlet.

W

ARNING

High Voltage. Do not open or disassemble the DTF-720 pen display.

There is a risk of electrical shock when the casing is open.

This will also void your

warranty and Wacom shall have no responsibility to repair or replace the product.

W

ARNING

If the LCD screen has been damaged, DO NOT touch any liquid that may be leaking

from it;

this liquid is an irritant. In case of contact with skin, eyes, or mouth, rinse

immediately with running water for at least 15 minutes or more. If contact is made with the

eyes or mouth, also consult a physician.

W

ARNING

– LAMP(S) INSIDE THIS PRODUCT CONTAIN MERCURY AND MUST BE

RECYCLED OR DISPOSED OF ACCORDING TO LOCAL, STATE OR FEDERAL

LAWS.

The DTF-720 pen display has a backlight which contains mercury (Hg).

Be sure to dispose of properly, and to manage any disposal of this unit in accordance with

your local ordinances and laws.

W

ARNING

Prevent children from swallowing the pen tip or side switch.

The pen tip or side switch

may accidentally be pulled out if children are biting on them.

C

AUTION

Do not disassemble the pen.

This may cause the device to malfunction. In this case,

Wacom shall have no responsibility to repair or replace the product.

C

AUTION

Do not scratch the display screen.

Avoid placing sharp objects on the display screen

surface.

C

AUTION

When adjusting the tilt angle of the DTF-720, be careful to avoid catching your finger in

the gap of the movable portion of the stand.

C

AUTION

Do not lift the DTF-720 by the stand; this may damage the stand mechanism.

When lifting or moving the DTF-720, always do so by grasping the main body casing.

C

AUTION

Avoid intensive shock or vibration to the DTF-720 or the pen.

Hitting or dropping the

DTF-720 may damage the display screen or other components.

Hg

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Precautions

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C

AUTION

Do not put heavy articles on the pen display or push against it with a strong force;

this

may damage the display screen or bend the stand.

C

AUTION

Do not place heavy articles on the DTF-720 cabling, repeatedly bend the cables

sharply, or apply heavy stress to the cable connectors;

this may damage the unit or

cabling.

C

AUTION

If the pen tip becomes sharp or angular, it may damage the coating on the display

screen.

Please replace the pen tip if necessary.

C

AUTION

Do not use any organic solvent (e.g., alcohol) or even mild detergent to clean

the display screen. Use of these cleaners can damage the coating on the screen.

Please note that damage of this kind is not covered by the manufacturer's warranty.

• To clean the display screen, use an anti-static cloth or a slightly damp cloth.

When cleaning, apply only a light amount of pressure to the display screen and do not

make the surface wet.

• To clean the DTF-720 casing or pen, use a soft cloth with mild detergent (such as dish

washing liquid) diluted with water.

• Before cleaning, always disconnect your product from the AC power source.

C

AUTION

Do not expose the DTF-720 to high voltage electrostatic discharges or to a build-up of

an electrostatic charge on the LCD screen.

This may result in temporary discoloration and

blotching of the display. If discolorations occur, leave the display on and the discolorations

should disappear within a few hours.

Reuse, recycling and recovery.

You are urged to recycle this product when replacing it with

a newer product or when it has outlived its useful life by bringing it to an appropriate collection

point for recyclable materials in your community or region. By doing this, you can help

improve the environment of your community as well as minimize the potential negative effects

created, should any hazardous substance that may possibly be present within waste material

reach the environment during the disposal process.

Within the European Union, users are required not to dispose of Waste Electrical and

Electronic Equipment (WEEE) as unsorted municipal waste, according to the Directive

2002/96/EC of the European Parliament and of the Council of 27 January 2003, or the

corresponding local laws of the Member States. Products for which this is applicable will be

marked with the WEEE symbol shown at the beginning of this note unless this is not feasible

because of the size or the function of the product. Wacom products are subject to the

Directive 2002/96/EC and therefore you should always collect them separately and bring

them to the appropriate collection point in your community or region.

Wacom pen display products comply with the European Union RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC

(RoHS Directive).

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Contents

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CONTENTS

Introduction and overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Physical location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Your new DTF-720 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Interactive pen display components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Front view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

System requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Step 1: LCD monitor installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

LCD monitor cabling diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Step 2: Pen tablet installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

USB cable installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Pen tablet cabling diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Software installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Working with your DTF-720 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Setting up your work area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Using the pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Pen components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Pen operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Customizing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Opening the control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Control panel overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Customizing the pen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Calibrating the DTF-720 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Customizing the Pop-up Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Control panel details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Adjusting double-click . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Customizing the side switch button functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Adjusting the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Factory presets, auto-sync, and user settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

On screen display (OSD) settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Adjusting pitch and phase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Power saving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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Contents

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Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Testing the DTF-720 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Display troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

General display problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

VGA problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Pen tablet troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

General problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Windows-specific problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Macintosh-specific problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Technical support options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Obtaining driver downloads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Caring for the DTF-720 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Replacing the pen tip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Using an alternate mount or stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Pen and digital ink capabilities in Windows Vista . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

About the Windows Vista Tablet PC Input Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Uninstalling the DTF-720 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Product specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

General specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

Pen tablet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Power adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Pen (model FP-320) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Ordering parts and accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Radio and television interference . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Industry Canada (Canada only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

CE declaration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Warranty

(Worldwide, except for Europe, Africa and Middle East) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

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Your new DTF-720

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YOUR NEW DTF-720

PACKAGE CONTENTS

Carefully unpack all items and place them on a desktop or stable work surface. Verify that your

package contents are complete.

Note:

Images not shown to scale. Some product configurations may come with different pens having no side

switches. Some configurations may include additional CDs or DVDs containing application software. To install

these applications, review the instructions that came with those CDs or DVDs. Retain the package box for use

when storing or shipping the DTF-720.

DTF-720 interactive pen display, main unit

Power adapter (POW-A107)

and

Power cable (SCD-A039-01)

USB cable (STJ-A250)

VGA to VGA cable (STJ-A228)

Pen with replacement nibs (FP-320)

and

Pen tether (PKB-A016)

Installation Guide & User’s Manual

(this manual)

Wacom Pen Tablet Driver CD

(contains the driver software)

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Your new DTF-720

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INTERACTIVE PEN DISPLAY COMPONENTS

Your product has many features and components with which you will want to become familiar.

FRONT VIEW

The display and tablet sensor function as an integrated output and input device. The display supports

resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 pixels at 16.7 million colors. The tablet sensor reports pen coordinates,

pressure, and switch information.

On Screen Display (OSD) controls

These controls, located on the upper

edge of the tablet, enable you to adjust a

variety of display settings. See Adjusting

the display on page 28 for more

information.

Power LED

Lights blue when power has been supplied to the DTF-720

and a video signal is present.

Glows orange when no video signal is detected by the

DTF-720. (e.g., Your computer is turned off, starting up, or

has entered a power management mode in which video

signals are not sent.)

Power switch

Turns power to the unit on or off.

Status LED

Lights blue when the pen is in

the active area of the pen

display tablet and the pen tip

is pressed. Note that the USB

cable must also be plugged

into an active USB port before

the LED will light.

Integrated display and tablet

Use the integrated USB

ports (one located on each

side of the unit) to connect a

USB device (e.g., a USB

Flash Drive or a USB remote

controller).

Be sure to fully install the DTF-720 hardware and software before connecting any other devices to the unit.

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Your new DTF-720

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REAR VIEW

Important:

Always store the pen display on a stable surface or in its original packing carton

when not in use. Be sure to adjust the stand to the low tilt position before packaging the

DTF-720. If you do not close the stand, the notched mechanism may be damaged during

transportation and storage.

Do not lift the unit by the stand; this may damage the stand mechanism. When lifting or moving

the DTF-720, always do so by grasping the main body casing.

Video, USB, and

power connectors

Kensington security slot

Allows easy attachment of a security cable.

Pen tether attachment point

If you will be using the pen

tether, connect it to the

attachment point located on the

left or right side of the unit.

Stand adjustment lever

Pull this lever to adjust the

stand. Release the lever

to lock the stand in place.

CAUTION Be careful to avoid catching

your finger in the gap of the

movable portion of the stand.

Stand

The stand can be used

to adjust the tilt angle of

the unit.

Pen storage compartment

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Installation

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INSTALLATION

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

Before installing the DTF-720, make sure your computer meets the following minimum system

requirements:

•

PC.

Windows Vista

™

, XP, XP x64, or 2000. VGA video connector, available USB port, and

CD-ROM drive.

•

Macintosh.

OS X, v10.4.0 or greater. VGA video connector, available USB port, and CD-ROM

drive.

Notes:

Th

e

DTF-720 can be used alone or with another display. You may connect a second VGA device such

as a monitor or LCD projector to the DTF-720 RGB-OUT port. When using this port, the second device will

mirror the image on the DTF-720. Complete the DTF-720 installation before connecting a projection device to

the unit.

Depending on the capabilities of your video card and operating system, you may be able to set up the

DTF-720 as a mirrored, extended, or independent display. Refer to your video card documentation for more

information on its capabilities.

When you are working with more than one monitor, the DTF-720 will map to the monitors based upon how

your system is configured. By default, if you are in mirror mode, the pen tablet will map to the entire space on

each display or monitor. Please refer to your hardware and operating system documentation for details on

configuring your computer and operating system for use with multiple monitors.

There are two primary steps to the installation process:

•Step 1: LCD monitor installation

•Step 2: Pen tablet installation

Be sure to follow ALL instructions carefully.

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Installation

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STEP 1: LCD MONITOR INSTALLATION

In the first stage of the installation process, the DTF-720 is installed as a monitor on your system.

As you work through the first stage of the installation process, please refer to the LCD monitor cabling

diagram on the following page when making cable connections.

Important: Do not connect the USB data cable until instructed to do so.

•Turn off your computer.

Caution: Never connect or disconnect the video or power cables while your computer or DTF-720

are powered on – this can damage the display or video card.

•If your computer has only one analog (VGA) video connector, you will need to unplug your previous

monitor or add a second VGA card.

•Connect the power adapter to the DTF-720. Then connect the adapter’s power cable and plug the

adapter into an AC outlet. See – B – and – C –

•Turn on the DTF-720. The power LED will light orange.

•Plug one end of the VGA cable into the DTF-720. Plug the other

end of the cable into the VGA connector on your computer’s video card.

See – A – in the connection diagram on page 12. Be sure to tighten

the thumbscrews on the connectors. VGA connector

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Installation

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LCD MONITOR CABLING DIAGRAM

DTF-720, rear view

– B –

DC IN

(12V)

– A –

VGA cable

Video card

Rear panel of your computer

RGB-IN

Do not attach the

USB data cable until

instructed to do so.

Power adapter – C – To AC outlet

CAUTION Use only the power adapter that came with the DTF-720; use of an improper power adapter

may damage the unit.

Do not connect or disconnect the video or power cables while the DTF-720 or your

computer are turned on – this can damage the display or computer video card.

Make sure that the display refresh rate does not exceed 75 Hz.

RGB-OUT

VGA port

The RGB-OUT port is used to

connect a second VGA device such

as a projector or monitor that mirrors

the pen display. Be sure to fully

install the DTF-720 hardware and

software before connecting a

projection device to the unit. Do not

connect or disconnect any cable

while the DTF-720 or your computer

are turned on.

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•Next, turn on your computer.

For Windows systems: The DTF-720 will automatically install as a default monitor.

•As necessary, configure the display control panel settings for the proper size and color resolution.

The maximum (native) resolution of the DTF-720 is 1280 x 1024 pixels. The display size and color

resolution may be constrained by the capabilities of your video card. See the video card

manufacturer’s documentation for details.

Windows: If you are using the DTF-720 as a secondary monitor, you may first need to enable the

DTF-720 in your Display Properties control panel.

•To fine-tune the display, please refer to Adjusting the display, beginning on page 28 for more

information.

•After the LCD monitor portion of the DTF-720 is working to your satisfaction, move on to Step 2:

Pen tablet installation to install the pen tablet portion of the DTF-720. For troubleshooting tips, see

page 33.

Notes:

Each DTF-720 LCD panel is produced under very stringent quality standards. Production techniques cannot

guarantee an absolutely perfect TFT display, and some panels may exhibit a certain number of pixels that

show an incorrect color. See the specifications on page 50 for more information.

If an image has fine striping (such as screen stripes), it may appear to flicker or display a moiré pattern.

Do not apply excessive pressure on the display surface, it may cause the appearance of a moiré or pooling

pattern. If this occurs, use less pressure on the display screen when working with the pen.

When a still image is displayed for a long period of time, an after-image may remain for a short time.

To prevent this, Wacom recommends using a screen saver or other power management feature.

Important: To extend the life of the backlight, set your computer’s power management to turn

off the display when it is not in use for extended periods of time.

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STEP 2: PEN TABLET INSTALLATION

USB CABLE INSTALLATION

Plug the square end of the USB cable into the DTF-720 port labeled USB. Plug the other end into an

available USB port on your computer or on a USB hub attached to your computer. See – D – in the

diagram below.

PEN TABLET CABLING DIAGRAM

DTF-720, rear view

To USB port

Your computer

– D –

USB port

To power adapter. See page 12.

To video connection. See page 12.

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SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

IMPORTANT: You MUST install the Wacom pen tablet driver software for correct pen-on-screen

functionality.

To install the tablet software:

•Save your work and close all open applications. Temporarily disable any virus protection programs.

•Insert the Wacom Pen Tablet Driver CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. If the software

installer menu does not automatically display, double-click on the INSTALL icon located on the CD.

•Click on the INSTALL TABLET link and follow the prompts to install the driver software.

•Reactivate your virus protection program.

•After the software installation has been completed, make sure you can use your pen on the

DTF-720 display to move the screen cursor.

When you place the pen tip on the display screen, the screen cursor should immediately jump to a

corresponding position approximately beneath the pen tip. Lift the pen tip and place it on the

display screen surface in a different location – the screen cursor should again jump to the new

position. This is known as absolute positioning, and enables you to position the screen cursor

without having to drag your pen across the display screen surface.

•Be sure to check the Read Me file for updated information. If you have trouble installing the

DTF-720, see the Troubleshooting section beginning on page 33.

Notes:

For Windows Vista, driver installation automatically activates the new pen input functions available within

Windows Vista and Office 2007 (except for Windows Vista Home Basic).

For Windows Vista, XP, and Macintosh OS X, user-specific preferences are supported. After logging in, each

user can customize their personal settings in the Pen Tablet control panel. Switching to another user will

automatically load the settings for that user.

To uninstall the tablet driver, see Uninstalling the DTF-720 on page 49.

Next, adjust the pen display tablet calibration to precisely align the screen cursor to the pen tip.

See Calibrating the DTF-720 on page 22.

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WORKING WITH YOUR DTF-720

As you work with the DTF-720 interactive pen display you can rest your hand lightly on the display

screen, just as if it were a drawing board or sheet of paper.

Because the DTF-720 surface will be a little higher than your desk, consider adjusting the height of your

desk or chair to assure comfortable use of the device.

SETTING UP YOUR WORK AREA

To minimize fatigue, organize your work area so you can work comfortably. Position the DTF-720, the

pen, and your keyboard so they are easily accessible without unnecessary reaching. The pen display

and any other displays should be positioned so you can view them comfortably with a minimum of

eyestrain.

Here are some other points to keep in mind:

•Take short breaks between tasks to stretch and relax your muscles.

•Use a gentle grip when working with the pen.

•Alternate tasks throughout the day.

•Maintain a good posture at all times. Minimize awkward postures and repetitive movements that

cause discomfort. Change your position if you feel any discomfort due to your work position.

•Alternate between different modes of use.

Note: Wacom makes no representation, promise or guarantee that Wacom products will cure or prevent, in

whole or in part, mouse-induced repetitive stress symptoms, injuries or conditions. Individual results may vary.

Always obtain competent medical advice to determine the most appropriate treatment for your specific

situation.

Tips:

• Be careful that you do not pull the cables out of their connections by accidentally moving the

DTF-720 too far from the computer.

• The pen tether can be used to ensure your pen stays with your pen display tablet. Simply loop one end of

the tether through the tether hole located on the pen, and the other end of the tether through the tether

connection point located on the left or right side of the tablet.

• The DTF-720 can also be mounted to articulated arms or other third-party stands meeting the VESA 75

specification for display stands. For details, see Using an alternate mount or stand on page 46.

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USING THE PEN

The Wacom pen is cordless, battery-free, and senses the amount of pressure you apply to the tip.

Hold the pen like you would a normal pen or pencil. Make sure the programmable DuoSwitch is in a

convenient location where you can toggle it with your thumb or forefinger, but not accidentally press it

while writing or drawing. As you work, you can rest your hand lightly on the DTF-720 display screen,

just as if it were a drawing board or sheet of paper. You can tilt the pen in any way that feels most

comfortable for drawing.

PEN COMPONENTS

The components of your pen function in the following manner:

Pen tip: The pen is activated as soon as it is brought within 5 mm (0.2 inch) of the pen display screen.

This allows you to position the screen cursor without touching the pen tip to the display screen.

When pressure is applied to the pen tip, the tip switch is turned on and the pen simulates a primary

mouse button click. The tip click pressure can be adjusted in the Pen Tablet control panel.

DuoSwitch: The DuoSwitch is programmable, and can be used to perform the same click and double-

click functions as the tip switch. Toggle the DuoSwitch in either direction to activate the upper or lower

button functions. You can use the DuoSwitch whenever the pen tip is within 5 mm (0.2 inch) of the

display screen surface; you do not need to touch the pen tip to the display screen in order to use the

switch. By default, the upper switch is set to DOUBLE CLICK and the lower switch is set to RIGHT CLICK.

Important: Use only the pen that came with your DTF-720 pen display. Other pens may not

function properly. Also, the DTF-720 pen tip is specifically designed for use with the DTF-720

pen display – the tips on other pens could damage the protective coating on the DTF-720

display screen.

See Customizing the pen on page 20 for information on customizing the pen settings.

Pen tether connection point

DuoSwitch (side switch)

Some product configurations may

come with a pen that has no

DuoSwitch. In that case, you can

ignore all explanations within this

manual regarding the side switch.

Tip switch (replaceable nib)

Note: When the pen is not in use, place

it in the pen storage compartment or lay

it flat on your desk. To maintain the

sensitivity of your pen, do not store the

pen in a container where it will rest on

its tip.

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PEN OPERATIONS

Pointing and selecting: Move the pen above the DTF-720 display screen to position the screen

cursor. The pen tip needs to be within 5 mm (0.2 inch) of the display screen surface; you do not need to

touch the display surface to move the screen cursor. The cursor jumps to the location where you place

the pen (absolute positioning). Press the pen tip on the display screen to make a selection.

Note: You must calibrate the pen display tablet to correctly align the screen cursor with the pen tip. (See

Calibrating the DTF-720 on page 22.) If the screen cursor does not jump to a position close to the pen tip

when you place the pen on the display screen, then the pen tablet driver may not be installed or is not loading.

Install the pen tablet driver software if necessary. Otherwise, see Troubleshooting, beginning on page 33.

Clicking: Tap the display screen once with the pen tip, or touch the pen to the display screen with

enough pressure to register a click.

Windows tip: You can make navigating with the pen easier by configuring Windows to select when the pen is

over an icon and to launch the icon with a single click. To turn on this feature first open a folder.

For Windows Vista, from the ORGANIZE pull-down menu choose FOLDER AND SEARCH OPTIONS. From the

GENERAL tab select SINGLE-CLICK TO OPEN AN ITEM (POINT TO SELECT).

For other Windows versions, from the TOOLS pull-down menu choose FOLDER OPTIONS.... From the

GENERAL tab select SINGLE-CLICK TO OPEN AN ITEM (POINT TO SELECT).

Double-clicking: Press the upper side switch, or quickly tap the display screen twice in the same place

with the pen tip. Double-clicking is easier when the pen is perpendicular to the tablet screen. To fine-

tune the double-click area, see Adjusting double-click on page 24.

Dragging: Select an object, then slide the pen tip across the display screen to move the object.

Using the side switch: The pen is equipped with a DuoSwitch. This switch has two programmable

functions that can be selected by rocking the switch in either direction. You can use the DuoSwitch

whenever the pen tip is within 5 mm (0.2 inch) of the display screen surface; you do not need to touch

the pen tip to the display surface in order to use the switch. The upper switch is set to DOUBLE CLICK,

and the lower switch is set to RIGHT CLICK by default.

Drawing and writing with pressure sensitivity: The pen responds to the nuance and inflection of

your hand movements, enabling you to create natural-looking pen and brush strokes within applications

that support this feature. To draw and write with pressure, select a pressure-sensitive tool from your

application’s tool palette. As you work on the screen surface, use various amounts of downward

pressure on the tip of the pen. Press lightly for thin lines or softer color. Press harder for thick lines or

dense color.

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CUSTOMIZING

After you master the basics of using your pen on the DTF-720 interactive pen display, you may

want to customize the way the pen works. The Pen Tablet control panel makes it easy to customize the

DTF-720 and pen.

OPENING THE CONTROL PANEL

To open the control panel, use the DTF-720 pen on the pen display tablet:

Windows. Click on the Windows START button and choose ALL PROGRAMS. (For Windows 2000,

choose the PROGRAMS group.) Then select TABLET and choose the PEN TABLET PROPERTIES option.

Macintosh. Open SYSTEM PREFERENCES from either the Dock, the Apple menu, or from the

APPLICATIONS folder. Then click on the PEN TABLET icon.

After opening the control panel, see Control panel overview on page 20.

Notes:

For Windows Vista, XP, and Macintosh OS X, user-specific preferences are supported. After logging in, each

user can customize their personal settings in the Pen Tablet control panel. Switching to another user will

automatically load the settings for that user.

When more than one Wacom tablet is installed on a single computer, any changes made in the Pen Tablet

control panel will be applied only to the tablet that was last used before opening the control panel.

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CONTROL PANEL OVERVIEW

Use the Pen Tablet control panel to customize your product. Experiment with different settings to find

what works best for you. Any changes you make will take effect immediately, but you can always click

DEFAULT to return to the factory settings.

Tool tips are available for most control panel items. Position the screen cursor over an item and let it

rest there; in a few moments the Tool Tip will pop up.

Additionally, your keyboard tab and arrow keys can be used to navigate the control panel.

CUSTOMIZING THE PEN

Note: When customizing your pen, choose those options that match the buttons on the pen with which you are

working.

Returns the PEN tab settings to their

factory defaults.

Closes the control panel.

Customizes the

amount of pressure

needed to click or

draw with the pen.

Adjusts the size of

the double-click

area. See page 24.

Selects the pen side switch button

functions. See page 24.

When checked, an

audible “click” sound will

be heard whenever a

pen click occurs and

your computer speakers

are turned on.

Displays information about

the control panel and driver.

Hint: To create broad brush strokes or to click with a light touch, use a soft tip

setting. A soft setting provides a wider range of pressure values with most

pressure-sensitive applications. In some applications, a soft pressure setting can

make the pen overreact – any small press on the pen is magnified on the screen.

If you experience this, try a firmer tip setting. A firm tip setting will give you

maximum control while drawing thin lines.

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You can change the SIDE SWITCH MODE for

the way you like to use the pen when making

right-clicks or other click functions. Click on

the ADVANCED button. In the dialog box that

appears:

• Select HOVER CLICK to perform click

functions without touching the pen tip to

the tablet surface.

• When CLICK & TAP is selected, you must

first press the pen button and then touch

the pen tip to the tablet surface in order

to perform a click function. CLICK & TAP

enables the precise placement of your

click functions.

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CALIBRATING THE DTF-720

You must calibrate the pen display tablet in order to align the screen cursor position with the position of

the pen on the display screen. This is required to adjust for parallax caused by the display screen cover

glass and coating. Set the DTF-720 in its working position, then follow the procedure below.

Important: Make sure the display is properly

adjusted before calibrating the tablet.

See Adjusting pitch and phase on page 31, and

Adjusting the display beginning on page 28.

• In the Pen Tablet control panel, select the

CALIBRATE tab.

• If you are working with multiple monitors, select

the MONITOR corresponding to the DTF-720

display. (Only monitors that are set to one of the

resolutions supported by the DTF-720 will

appear in the list.)

• Click on the CALIBRATE... button to activate the

calibration screen.

• Hold the pen and position your head as you

normally do when working with the pen display.

Use the pen tip to click on the center of the

crosshairs in the upper-left corner.

• Then click on the center of the crosshairs that

are displayed in the lower-right corner.

• Test the alignment by positioning the pen at a

few different points on the display. Click OK to

accept the calibration. Click TRY AGAIN to

recalibrate.

Be sure to read the directions in the calibration

screen for detailed instructions and additional

options. The calibration setting applies to all

applications.

Crosshairs

Adjustment pattern for pitch and phase.

See Adjusting pitch and phase on page 31

for details.

Notes:

If you prefer to see the screen cursor slightly offset from the actual position of the pen tip, calibrate by

clicking on a spot showing that offset from the crosshairs. For example, to have the screen cursor appear

1/10th of an inch above and to the left of the pen tip, calibrate by clicking on a spot 1/10th of an inch below

and to the right of the crosshairs.

To calibrate two pen displays, first touch the pen to pen display #1 and open the control panel without

touching the pen to pen display #2. In the control panel, select the correct monitor and calibrate pen display

#1. Close the control panel, touch the pen to pen display #2, and again open the control panel without

touching the pen to pen display #1. Select the correct monitor and calibrate pen display #2.

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CUSTOMIZING THE POP-UP MENU

Use the POP-UP MENU tab to define the available functions on the Pop-up Menu list.

To display the Pop-up Menu, set a pen button to the POP-UP MENU function. Whenever you press that

button, the Pop-up Menu is displayed. Select from available items in the Pop-up Menu by clicking on

them. To close the Pop-up Menu without making a selection, click outside of the Pop-up Menu.

Displays a list of functions

that have been added to

the Pop-up Menu.

To change the order of an

item, drag it to a new

location. Double-click on

an item to make edits.

Select a button function to add to the

Pop-up Menu list. See page 24.

Removes the

selected item

from the list.

Sets the FONT and

FONT SIZE of the

Pop-up Menu.

Returns all tab settings to their default values.

Important: This action will delete all

Pop-up Menu items that have been

defined.

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CONTROL PANEL DETAILS

ADJUSTING DOUBLE-CLICK

Double-clicking with the pen tip can be made easier by expanding the tap area that accepts a double-

click (the double-click distance), or by using the pen’s side switch to automatically double-click when

pressed. A large double-click distance may cause a delay at the beginning of your brushstrokes in

some drawing applications. If you notice such effects, try setting a smaller double-click distance and

using the side switch to double-click.

Hint: Press the upper switch to double-click. This is easier than tapping twice with the pen tip.

CUSTOMIZING THE SIDE SWITCH BUTTON FUNCTIONS

You can set the pen’s DuoSwitch to simulate a variety of functions. Just select an option from the pull-

down menu for either the upper or lower side switch. Your changes take effect immediately. When you

bring the pen tip within 5 mm (0.2 inch) of the pen display tablet surface without touching the tablet and

press the side switch, the selected function occurs. The following list describes the available options.

CLICK. Default setting for the pen tip. Simulates a primary mouse button click.

DOUBLE CLICK. Default setting for the upper position of the side switch. Simulates a double-click.

For easier double-clicking, use this function instead of tapping twice with your pen tip.

MIDDLE CLICK. Simulates a middle mouse button click.

RIGHT CLICK. Default setting for the lower position of the side switch. Simulates a right mouse button

click, which displays a context menu.

CLICK LOCK. Simulates holding down the primary mouse button. Press the side switch once to initiate

click lock. Press the switch again to release click lock. Click lock is useful for dragging objects or

selecting blocks of text.

4TH CLICK (BACK). Simulates a 4th mouse button click, which on Windows systems typically issues the

BACK command in browser applications.

5TH CLICK (FORWARD). Simulates a 5th mouse button click, which typically issues the FORWARD

command in browser applications.

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PAN/SCROLL. Enables you to position a document or image in any direction within the active pane by

pressing a pen switch set for PAN/SCROLL and then sliding the pen tip across the DTF-720 display

screen.

TABLET PC INPUT PANEL. (Tablet PCs and Windows Vista systems that support the Tablet PC Input

Panel.) Opens the Tablet PC Input Panel when you press a tool button set to this function.

JOURNAL. (Windows Vista and Tablet PC systems that include Microsoft Journal.) Opens Microsoft

Journal.

POP-UP MENU. Displays a Pop-up Menu on your screen. See Customizing the Pop-up Menu on

page 23 for more information.

ERASE. Sets a button so that when the button is pressed, the pen tip will act like an eraser in

applications that support the ERASE function.

INK TOGGLE. (Macintosh.) Toggles the Ink ANYWHERE function of Inkwell on and off.

Inkwell automatically recognizes and converts your handwriting into text and inserts it into a document.

Note that Ink must be turned on for this function to work. See your Macintosh help for information on

working with Inkwell.

MODE TOGGLE.... Toggles between the pen tracking mode (pen mode) and mouse mode. The tracking

mode you select determines the relationship between pen movement and cursor movement.

When you select PAN/SCROLL, you are prompted

to set a scrolling speed that will be used in

applications that do not support grabber hand

(pixel-level) panning within a document or image.

A slower setting reduces the scroll rate and is

useful for close-up and detail work where you

need precise control of the image.

The Mouse Mode Details dialog box will appear when

you first set a tool button to MODE TOGGLE....

• With the pen display tablet correctly calibrated in

pen mode, the screen cursor should always follow

the physical pen tip on the screen. This is the

default setting.

• When toggled to your computer’s mouse settings

(mouse mode), the screen cursor is not directly

“linked” to the pen tip and is positioned like a

mouse, requiring a “pick up and slide” motion to

move the cursor on the screen. On multiple

display systems, mouse mode will allow you to

access the other display(s) with your pen.

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MODIFIER.... Enables you to assign modifier key(s) (such as SHIFT, ALT, or CTRL for Windows, or SHIFT,

OPTION, COMMAND, and CONTROL for Macintosh). Many applications use modifier keys to constrain the

size or placement of objects.

KEYSTROKE.... Enables you to simulate keystrokes. Selecting this option displays the DEFINE

KEYSTROKE dialog box where you can enter a keystroke or keystroke sequence to play back.

In addition to choosing one or more

modifier key options, you can select the

CLICK box if you want a mouse click to

occur whenever you press the tool button.

You can manually enter a keystroke or keystroke

combination in the KEYS entry box. Keystroke

combinations can include letters, numbers, function

keys (such as F3) and modifier keys (such as SHIFT,

ALT, or CTRL for Windows, or SHIFT, OPTION,

COMMAND, and CONTROL for Macintosh).

You can also select special keystrokes or keystroke

combinations from the ADD SPECIAL drop-down

menu.

After defining a keystroke sequence, click OK.

Important: Because the ENTER (Windows)

and RETURN (Macintosh) keys can be

selected as a defined keystroke, they

cannot be used to select OK. You must use

your pen to click on the OK button.

If prompted, enter a name for the keystroke

definition. the name will be displayed with the

respective control or in the Pop-up Menu list, as

applicable.

Clears the

keystroke entry

box.

Deletes only the last entry in

the keystroke entry box.

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OPEN/RUN.... Opens a dialog box where you can select a specific application, file, or script to launch.

PRESSURE HOLD. Locks the pressure at the current pressure level until the side switch is released.

For example, you can paint with pressure sensitivity until you reach the brush size that you like. You can

then press the switch and continue painting with the same size brush until the switch is released.

EXPOSÉ. (Macintosh.) Tiles all open windows.

DISABLED. Disables the button function.

DEFAULT. Returns a button to its default setting.

Click BROWSE... to locate an application,

file, or script to launch. The selection you

make appears in the APPLICATION TO RUN

box.

Click OK to accept the selection. The dialog

box will close and the OPEN/RUN... option

will be assigned as your pen button option.

If your selection is for the Pop-up Menu, it

will be displayed in the Pop-up Menu list.

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ADJUSTING THE DISPLAY

FACTORY PRESETS, AUTO-SYNC, AND USER SETTINGS

Factory presets: For optimal display quality, set your video card to the DTF-720’s native resolution of

1280 x 1024 pixels. See page 50 for signal specifications.

Auto-sync: The DTF-720 attempts to automatically synchronize to the incoming signal. Auto-sync will

function when the horizontal frequency is between 30 to 80 kHz and the vertical frequency is between

50 to 75 Hz. If the DTF-720 does not automatically synchronize with the incoming signal, you can use

the On Screen Display (OSD) RESET AUTO ADJUST option to initiate display synchronization. Further

screen display adjustments can be manually made using the OSD controls.

User settings: When you manually set the display using the OSD function, the settings are stored

within the DTF-720 for use the next time the unit receives a similar signal. This is applicable to all

display modes.

ON SCREEN DISPLAY (OSD) SETTINGS

The OSD function enables you to adjust and optimize a variety of display settings at the touch of a

button. The OSD controls are located on the upper left edge of the unit.

The basic process for working with the OSD is as follows:

•Press the MENU button to open the OSD main menu.

•Use the + or – buttons to select an option. When the option you want to adjust is highlighted,

press the ENTER button. The current settings and adjustment sub-menu for that option will appear.

•Use the + or – buttons to adjust the option settings.

•After making your changes, press the ENTER button to save. To exit, press the MENU button.

Note: All settings are automatically saved when the OSD menu closes. If you make changes to the display

appearance and cannot return to the original settings, use the RESET RECALL option to return the DTF-720 to

its original factory defaults.

Menu button

Opens or closes the OSD menu.

Selection buttons

Use these buttons to select an option that can be activated

when you press the ENTER button. After activating a selected

option, press the + button to increase a selected item value,

and press the – button to decrease it.

ENTER button

Activates or deactivates the

selected OSD menu option.

+

–

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When you open the OSD menu, the following options are displayed as icons:

CONTRAST. Select to

increase or decrease

image contrast.

BRIGHTNESS. Select to

increase or decrease

image brightness.

PHASE. Select to

reduce or eliminate

horizontal distortion

lines.

To automatically adjust,

use the RESET option.

PITCH. Select to reduce

or eliminate vertical

distortion lines.

To automatically adjust,

use the RESET option.

RESET. Provides two

options: Use AUTO

ADJUST to reset only the

image parameters.

Use RECALL to reset all

screen options to the

factory default.

Selecting the EXIT

icon exits the RESET

window without

resetting anything.

VERTICAL CENTER.

Select to move the

screen image up or

down.

To automatically adjust,

use the RESET option.

HORIZONTAL CENTER.

Select to move the

screen image left or

right.

To automatically adjust,

use the RESET option.

MENU POSITION.

Select to move the OSD

menu around the

display screen.

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BACKLIGHT. Select to

increase or decrease

the backlight brightness

level.

COLOR. Provides color

temperature settings for

9300˚, 6500˚, and 5000˚

Kelvin.

DIRECT displays the

received signal as it is

without any adjustment.

When DIRECT is

selected, the

BRIGHTNESS and

CONTRAST settings are

also set to DIRECT and

cannot be adjusted

manually.

The USER option

enables you to adjust

Red, Blue, and Green

independently.

Choose a setting and

press ENTER to activate

your selection.

Change the USER

setting by selecting the

ENTER icon.

In the user adjustment

COLOR window, change

Red, Green, or Blue to

calibrate color.

Select the EXIT icon

to exit.

LANGUAGE. Select to

choose a language

option for the OSD.

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ADJUSTING PITCH AND PHASE

Some computers and video cards may not allow the auto-sync function to fully work when the DTF-720

is first connected. If some portion of text appears blurred, adjust pitch and phase by following the

procedure below. For crisp images, set the resolution of your video card to 1280 x 1024.

• In the Pen Tablet control panel,

select the CALIBRATE tab.

• If you are working with multiple

displays, be sure the display

corresponding to the DTF-720 is

selected in the MONITOR menu.

• Click on the CALIBRATE... button to

activate the calibration screen.

• Using the OSD controls, open the

OSD Menu and select the PITCH

icon. Then adjust the pitch level so

that the pattern of fine vertical

stripes displays evenly. (For details

on changing the OSD settings, see

On screen display (OSD) settings on

page 28.)

• In the OSD Menu, select the PHASE

icon. Adjust the phase level so that

the adjustment pattern shows

clearly.

• After completing these adjustments,

press the ENTER and MENU buttons

to exit the OSD Menu.

Click on the CANCEL button or press

ESC to exit the calibration screen.

Adjustment pattern for pitch and phase.

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POWER SAVING

The DTF-720 conforms to VESA power saving guidelines.

When using the DTF-720 with a Display Power Management Signaling (DPMS) compliant computer or

graphics card, the display will automatically comply with the below power saving parameters.

When these power-saving functions are in effect, the screen display is darker than usual.

* Depending on the specifications and settings of your computer and video card, the power light may only change

to orange when in standby and suspend modes.

Computer mode H-sync V-sync Video Power consumption Power lamp

Power ON Yes Yes Active 37 W, max. Blue

Standby mode No Yes Blanked 2 W, max. Blue/Orange*

Suspend mode Yes No Blanked 2 W, max. Blue/Orange*

OFF mode No No Blanked 1 W, max. Orange

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TROUBLESHOOTING

Most of the time your pen display tablet will work flawlessly. But if you are having trouble, Wacom

recommends you do the following:

1. If the Wacom tablet driver failed to load properly, first perform the recommended action in any error

message that may appear on your screen. If that does not solve the problem, continue with the

troubleshooting procedures in this chapter.

2. If the DTF-720 does not function properly, refer to the troubleshooting section below. See also

Display troubleshooting on page 35, or look in the Pen tablet troubleshooting on page 37.

Your problem may be described there and you can try the solution offered.

3. Open the Wacom pen display Read Me file for updated information.

4. If you are having a compatibility conflict between the DTF-720 and a new hardware or software

product, see Obtaining driver downloads on page 43 for information on downloading an updated

software driver. Wacom periodically updates the software driver to maintain compatibility with new

products.

5. Check the FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) on the Wacom web site for your region.

6. If you have tried the suggestions in this manual and still cannot resolve the problem, then contact

Wacom for Technical Support. See the Read Me file for information on where to obtain support for

your region.

TESTING THE DTF-720

1. If the DTF-720’s power LED does not light, check the following:

•First verify that the green light on the power adapter is on. If the light is not on, check that the

power cable is properly connected to the power adapter and to an active AC outlet.

•Check that the power adapter cable is securely connected to the DTF-720 and that the

DTF-720 power switch is turned on. The DTF-720 power LED will glow orange or blue

whenever the DTF-720 is on.

Important: Use only the AC adapter that came with your pen display. Other adapters may

cause damage to your product.

2. If there is no display:

•Make sure that your computer is turned on. The power LED will light blue when the proper

video signal is received, and orange if there is no video signal or if the computer is in a power

saving mode.

•Verify that the DTF-720 is connected to an active VGA connector.

•Check that your video card has been properly installed and is functional. If you have another

display that is compatible with your video card, you can connect that display to the card in order

to verify that the video card is operating correctly.

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3. Verify that the tablet and pen are working:

•Press the pen tip against the display and verify that the status LED lights blue.

•If the LED does not light, verify that the DTF-720’s USB cable is plugged into an active USB

port. If the DTF-720 is plugged into a USB hub, try plugging the DTF-720 directly into the USB

port on your computer.

•Be sure that the USB port to which you are connecting has not been disabled. It may be

necessary to check your system BIOS setting to verify that you have connected the DTF-720 to

an active USB port.

•The status LED will light blue when the DTF-720 is registered as a USB device and the pen tip

is pressed against the display.

4. Check the pen. If you cannot make a selection on the display screen with the pen:

•Test the pen by pressing the pen tip against the surface of the pen display tablet. The tablet

status LED should light blue.

•Now, without applying pressure to the pen tip but keeping the pen within 5 mm (0.2 inch) of the

pen display tablet surface, press the side switch. The status LED should again light blue.

•If the status LED does not light blue for these tests, be sure you are using the correct pen that

came with your DTF-720.

If you are still having problems, you may have a defective pen or pen display.

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DISPLAY TROUBLESHOOTING

If you encounter problems with the DTF-720 display, refer to the following tables; your problem may be

described here and you can try the solution offered. For additional information about color issues, refer

to the documentation that came with your operating system or applications.

GENERAL DISPLAY PROBLEMS

No display. The power LED is off. • Verify that the AC power cable is connected, and that the DTF-720

power switch is turned on.

No display. The power LED is lit

blue.

• Check the contrast, brightness, and backlight controls. Adjust as

necessary, or open the OSD menu, go to the RESET menu and select

the RECALL option.

The power LED is lit orange.

The following message appears

briefly on your display screen:

• Your computer may be in a power management mode. Touch the

pen tip to the display screen, move the mouse, or depress any key on

your keyboard.

• Verify that the video card is properly installed.

• Turn off both your computer and the DTF-720 pen display tablet,

and check the video cable for bent or broken connector pins.

Then properly connect the video cable and turn on the DTF-720 and

your computer.

The following message appears

briefly on your display screen:

• Check that your computer is turned on.

• Verify that you are using the video cable that came with the DTF-720.

• Check that the DTF-720 video cable is fully connected.

• Turn off both your computer and the DTF-720 pen display tablet, and

check the video cable and any video adapters for bent or broken

connector pins. Then properly connect the video cable and any

necessary adapters.

The following message appears

briefly on your display screen:

• The input signal frequency is incorrectly set or not compatible with

the DTF-720. Connect a different display and set the refresh rate

(vertical frequency) to some value between 50 and 75 Hz. If your

video card driver supports adjustment of the horizontal frequency,

make sure it is set to some value between 30 and 80 kHz.

• The resolution is set too high (1280 x 1024, maximum).

• The refresh rate is set too high (75 Hz maximum).

• Set the display properties to detect plug and play monitors.

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VGA PROBLEMS

The image appears multiple times

on the display.

• Do not extend the video cable. Do not use an input selector

switch box.

When a still image is displayed for

a long period of time without

refreshing the screen, an after-

image remains for a short period of

time.

• Use a screen saver or other power management feature.

Color quality is inaccurate. • Open the OSD menu, go to the RESET menu and select the RECALL

option.

• Any changes to the contrast setting should be made in small

increments as changes in contrast may affect color accuracy.

The color white does not display as

white.

• Verify that the display is operating at the factory default settings.

If that is not sufficient, then adjust color as necessary. For details on

color management, refer to your operating system and application

documentation.

• Verify that the video cable and connector are fully connected.

The display ripples or flickers. • Open the OSD menu, go to the RESET menu, and select the AUTO

ADJUST option. Then, if necessary, manually adjust pitch and phase.

• Verify that the display adapter or video card matches the

specifications for the DTF-720.

• Adjust the refresh rate in the Display Properties control panel.

The display is not clear. Text or

other portions of the screen

appear blurred.

• Set the display resolution of your video card to 1280 x 1024.

• Turn off the DTF-720, then turn it back on.

• Open the OSD menu, go to the RESET menu, and select the AUTO

ADJUST option. If necessary, manually adjust the brightness, pitch,

and phase settings.

The display and LCD panel are not

lined up. The display size is not

correct.

• Open the OSD menu, go to the RESET menu, and select the AUTO

ADJUST option.

• As necessary, adjust pitch and phase, and horizontal and vertical

position. Note that some video cards may not show the display in

proper sizing.

The display ripples or shows a

moiré pattern. The display color is

not even.

• Open the OSD menu, go to the RESET menu, and select the AUTO

ADJUST option. If this does not solve the problem, go to the RESET

menu and select the RECALL option to set the display back to the

factory default settings.

• As necessary, adjust pitch and phase.

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PEN TABLET TROUBLESHOOTING

If you encounter problems with the DTF-720 interactive pen display, refer to the following tables.

Your problem may be described here, and you can try the solution offered. Be sure you refer to the

DTF-720 Read Me file for the latest information.

For additional information, visit Wacom’s web site at http://www.wacom.com/productsupport and follow

the links to the FAQs.

GENERAL PROBLEMS

The computer does not

have an available USB port.

Check if there is an available USB port on a USB hub. If not

available, you will need to add a USB hub or USB card.

A USB device plugged into

one of the pen display’s

integrated USB ports does

not function.

1. Make sure the pen display itself is properly connected to a

working USB port on your computer.

2. Then be sure the pen display is powered on and that the power

LED lights blue. The DTF-720 contains a powered USB hub and

the integrated USB ports will not work when the power is off.

3. If the USB device does not work, try plugging it into a USB port

directly on your computer.

4. If your USB device is still not functioning properly, please contact

the manufacturer for that particular device.

The pen display power LED

is off.

Make sure the pen display power switch is turned on.

Check that the AC power adapter is plugged into both the pen display

and an active power outlet.

Use only the power adapter that came with the pen display; other

adapters may cause damage to your product.

The pen works only in

mouse mode, and does

not draw or write with

pressure sensitivity.

The tablet driver software was not installed or did not load properly.

Make sure the tablet driver software is installed and functioning.

Install the pen tablet driver software in accordance with the

instructions found in the Installation section of this manual.

The pen does not draw or

write with pressure

sensitivity.

Some applications require that you turn on the pressure capabilities

within the application or selected tool before the pen will respond as a

pressure-sensitive tool.

Verify also that your application supports pressure sensitivity.

Clicking is difficult. Open the Pen Tablet control panel and go to the Pen tab. Try using a

lighter TIP FEEL.

The pen selects everything

or will not stop drawing.

Open the Pen Tablet control panel and go to the PEN tab. Move the

TIP FEEL slider toward FIRM. If this does not help, see Testing the

DTF-720 on page 33.

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Double-clicking is difficult. Be sure you are quickly tapping the display screen twice in the same

place on the pen display tablet’s active area. Wacom recommends

using the side switch to double-click.

Open the Pen Tablet control panel and go to the PEN tab.

Try increasing the DOUBLE CLICK DISTANCE or using a lighter TIP FEEL.

Windows: Try setting your system to launch programs with a single

click. See Pen operations on page 18.

You notice a delay at the

beginning of pen strokes.

Open the Pen Tablet control panel and go to the PEN tab.

Try decreasing the DOUBLE CLICK DISTANCE.

You have to press hard with

the pen when clicking,

drawing, or writing.

Open the Pen Tablet control panel and go to the PEN tab. Move the

TIP FEEL slider toward SOFT.

The pen tip does not

function.

Be sure you are using the pen that originally came with your pen

display tablet. Other pens may not function properly on the DTF-720

pen display.

Make sure the status LED lights blue when the tip is pressed. If the

LED does not light, verify that the USB cable is plugged into an active

port on your computer or on a USB hub.

If the LED still does not light, you may have defective hardware (see

Troubleshooting on page 33).

The side switch does not

work.

Be sure you are using the pen that originally came with your pen

display tablet. Other pens may not function properly on the DTF-720

pen display.

Be sure you press the side switch when the pen tip is within 5 mm

(0.2 inch) of the pen display’s active area – do this without pressing

down on the pen tip.

From the Pen Tablet control panel, verify that the side switch is set to

the proper function you are expecting to occur.

Make sure the status LED lights blue when you press the side switch.

If the LED does not light, verify that the USB cable is plugged into an

active USB port on your computer or on a USB hub; the LED will not

light if the USB cable is not plugged into an active port.

If the LED does not light, you may have defective hardware (see

Troubleshooting on page 33).

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The pen tip and screen

cursor do not properly

line up.

Open the Pen Tablet control panel and select the CALIBRATE tab.

Continue with Calibrating the DTF-720 on page 22.

The screen cursor moves

but it does not jump to the

pen tip location when the

pen is placed on the display

screen, and it does not

follow the pen tip when the

pen is moved across the

display.

Make sure the Wacom tablet driver has loaded properly by opening

the Pen Tablet control panel. If the driver did not load you will see an

error message. If an error message appears, reboot your computer.

If the problem persists, refer to the Installation instructions and

reinstall the Wacom tablet software. (For Macintosh, you must restart

your computer after installing the Wacom tablet driver for proper

tablet operation.)

If you have customized the side switch on your pen to toggle between

pen mode and mouse mode, make sure that your pen display is

operating in pen mode. See Customizing the side switch button

functions, beginning on page 24.

When using the pen display

tablet on a multiple monitor

system, you cannot use the

pen to control the other

monitor(s).

You can use your pen to control the other monitors in mouse mode.

To use mouse mode, first set the pen’s DuoSwitch to MODE

TOGGLE.... Then use the switch to toggle between pen mode and

mouse mode.

The line you are drawing

does not line up with the

location of the screen

cursor.

To function properly, some applications require that the pen is set to

pen mode. Make sure the pen has not been toggled to mouse mode.

If the pen is set to pen mode and the problem still exists, then you

may have a corrupted preferences file. Follow the instructions in the

next tip to create a new preferences file.

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You suspect the pen tablet

preferences may be

corrupted, or want to make

certain that all settings are

at their factory defaults.

Delete the pen tablet preferences as follows:

Windows: Click the START icon and select ALL PROGRAMS.

Then select TABLET and TABLET PREFERENCE FILE UTILITY. In the

dialog box that appears, click on the REMOVE MY PREFERENCE FILE

button to delete the preferences for the current user. To delete

preferences for multiple users on Windows Vista or XP systems, click

on the REMOVE ALL PREFERENCE FILES button. Note that

administrator rights are required to delete preferences for all users.

Relaunch any currently open tablet-aware applications that you may

be running.

Macintosh: For a single user, delete the tablet preferences by first

choosing your HOME folder from the GO menu. Then open your home

LIBRARY folder. Within your home LIBRARY folder, open the

PREFERENCES folder and delete the COM.WACOM.WACOMTABLET.PREFS

file. Log out, then log back in. When the tablet driver loads it will

create a new preferences file with the factory defaults.

For multiple users, delete all tablet preferences by first opening the

main APPLICATIONS folder. Then open the WACOM TABLET folder and

run the REMOVE WACOM TABLET utility. When the utility starts, click on

the REMOVE ALL PREFERENCE FILES button. The tablet driver will be

restarted, creating new preferences files with the factory defaults.

Recalibrate the tablet.

Note: Do not manually remove the WACOM TABLET.PREFPANE file from

the main LIBRARY PREFERENCEPANES folder. This file is only to be

removed when uninstalling the tablet software driver, and then only when

using the REMOVE WACOM TABLET utility.

The computer does not go

to sleep.

When you are not using the pen, remove it from the pen display

surface or the pen display will continue to send data, keeping the

computer awake.

The screen cursor jumps

back when using your

regular mouse or trackball.

When the pen is not in use, place it in the pen storage compartment

or at some location near the pen display, but not on the display.

Leaving your pen on the display may interfere with screen cursor

positioning when using other input devices.

The screen cursor moves

erratically or jumps around

on the display screen when

another tablet is connected

to your computer.

The tablet portion of the DTF-720 emits electromagnetic waves at a

certain frequency. If another tablet is too closely placed to the

DTF-720 it may interfere with screen cursor positioning. If this

occurs, move the tablet further away from the DTF-720.

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WINDOWS-SPECIFIC PROBLEMS

MACINTOSH-SPECIFIC PROBLEMS

After changing right- and

left-handed settings in the

computer’s mouse control

panel, the pen tip no longer

functions properly.

Restart Windows for your Wacom tool settings to be correctly

recognized.

At startup, a dialog box

appears telling you that

either the driver failed to

load or the tablet

preferences have not yet

been created.

The pen display was not detected at startup. Make sure the USB

interface cable is securely connected to an active USB port on your

computer or to a USB hub. Make sure that the pen display power

LED is on. If this does not correct the problem, see Troubleshooting

on page 33.

From the GO menu, select the UTILITIES folder and launch the SYSTEM

PROFILER. Select USB from the HARDWARE section of the CONTENTS

list. A Wacom USB pen display model should be listed. If a pen

display model is not listed, check the pen display’s USB cable

connection or try plugging the pen display into a different USB port.

If this does not help, contact Wacom for Technical Support.

See Technical support options on page 42.

Inkwell does not work

correctly with the pen

display.

There may be a problem with the Inkwell preferences. Remove the

damaged preference files as follows. They will be recreated when

you enable handwriting recognition.

1. From the Apple menu, choose SYSTEM PREFERENCES. From the

System Preferences menu, choose SHOW ALL and select INK.

Then turn off handwriting recognition.

2. From the GO menu, choose your HOME. Open the LIBRARY and

PREFERENCES folders. Then remove the following preferences:

•com.apple.ink.framework.plist

•com.apple.ink.inkpad.plist

•com.apple.ink.inkpad.sketch

3. Go back to SYSTEM PREFERENCES and INK, and then enable

handwriting recognition.

4. Test the Inkwell function using your Wacom pen display tablet

and pen.

5. If this procedure does not resolve your problem with Inkwell,

contact Apple Support for further assistance. Wacom is not the

software manufacturer for Inkwell and we are limited in our

abilities to support a third party software application.

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TECHNICAL SUPPORT OPTIONS

If you have a problem with your DTF-720 interactive pen display, first check the appropriate Installation

section in this guide to make sure the unit is installed correctly. Then review the Troubleshooting

procedures.

If you cannot find the answer in this guide, you may find updated information about your problem in the

appropriate Read Me file for your platform (located on the Wacom Pen Tablet Driver CD). You can also

check the product FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) on the Wacom web site for your region.

If you have an Internet connection you can download the latest software drivers from the Wacom web

site for your region. See Obtaining driver downloads on page 43.

If you cannot solve the problem and you think your Wacom product is not working properly, contact the

Wacom support staff for the area where your product was purchased. See the Wacom tablet Read Me

file, located on the Wacom Pen Tablet Driver CD, for contact information.

When you call, you should be at your computer with the following information available:

•This manual.

•Pen display tablet serial number. (Look at the label on the back of the unit.)

•Driver version number. (See the Wacom Pen Tablet Driver CD or the Pen Tablet control panel.)

•The make and model of your computer, and operating system version number.

•The make, model, and connection type of your video card.

•A list of peripheral devices attached to your computer.

•The software application and version you were using when the problem occurred.

•The exact wording of any error message that appeared on your screen.

•What happened and what you were doing when the problem occurred.

•How you tried to solve the problem.

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OBTAINING DRIVER DOWNLOADS

Wacom periodically updates the pen tablet software driver to maintain compatibility with new products.

If you are having a compatibility problem between your DTF-720 pen display and a new hardware or

software product, it may be helpful to download a new Wacom tablet software driver (when available)

from the Internet.

USA, Canada, Central and South America

Europe, Middle East and Africa

Japan

Asia Pacific (English)

China

Korea

Taiwan

Worldwide Web: http://www.wacom.com/productsupport Driver downloads.

Worldwide Web: http://www.wacom.eu Software updates.

Anonymous FTP Site: ftp://ftp.wacom.eu/pub/ Software updates.

Worldwide Web: http://tablet.wacom.co.jp Software updates. (Japanese)

Worldwide Web: http://www.wacom-asia.com Software updates. (English)

Worldwide Web: http://www.wacom.com.cn Software updates.

(Simplified Chinese)

Worldwide Web: http://www.wacomkorea.com Software updates. (Korean)

Worldwide Web: http://www.wacom.com.tw Software updates.

(Traditional Chinese)

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CARING FOR THE DTF-720

Keep the pen and the DTF-720 LCD screen surface clean. Dust and dirt particles can stick to the pen

and cause excessive wear to the display screen surface. Regular cleaning will help prolong the life of

your LCD screen surface and pen. Keep the DTF-720 and the pen in a clean, dry place and avoid

extremes in temperature. Room temperature is best. The DTF-720 and pen are not made to come

apart. Taking apart the product will void your warranty.

Important: Take care to never spill liquids onto the pen display or pen. Be especially careful of

getting the display, or pen buttons and tip wet – they contain sensitive electronic parts that will

fail if liquids enter them.

CLEANING

To clean the DTF-720 casing or the pen, use a soft, damp cloth; you can also dampen the cloth using a

very mild soap diluted with water. Do not use paint thinner, benzine, alcohol, or other solvents to clean

the unit casing or pen.

T

o clean the display screen, use an anti-static cloth or a slightly damp cloth. When cleaning, apply only

a light amount of pressure to the display screen and do not make the surface wet. Do not use detergent

to clean the display screen; this may damage the coating on the screen. Please note that damage of

this kind is not covered by the manufacturer’s warranty.

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REPLACING THE PEN TIP

The pen tip (nib) will wear with normal use. Excessive pressure will cause the nib to wear sooner.

A worn nib may damage the coating on the DTF-720 display screen. To avoid this, periodic tip

replacement is recommended.

When the nib gets too short or develops a sharp edge, you can replace it with one of the extra nibs that

came with the pen.

Important: When the pen is not in use, place it in the pen storage compartment or lay it flat on

your desk. To maintain the sensitivity of your pen, do not store the tool in a container where it

will rest on its tip.

To remove the old nib:

Clasp it with a Wacom nib removal tool, pair of

tweezers, needle-nosed plier, or similar

instrument and pull the old nib straight out of

the pen.

To insert a new nib:

Slide it straight into the barrel of the pen.

Firmly push the nib until it stops. The new nib

will slide into the correct position.

WARNING Prevent children from swallowing the pen tip or side switch. The pen tip (nib)

or side switch may accidentally be pulled out if children are biting on them.

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USING AN ALTERNATE MOUNT OR STAND

If you will be using the DTF-720 in an installation that requires the use of an alternate mounting

platform, you can remove the adjustable stand from the unit and mount the pen display onto any mount

arm or stand conforming to the VESA 75 standard.

Mounting screws that are 4 mm wide with a 0.7 mm pitch (M4 Regular), with a screw clearance depth of

15 mm are required. Exceeding the clearance depth of 15 mm will damage the DTF-720 internal

components.

To remove the adjustable stand and attach

the DTF-720 to a different mounting

platform:

1. Turn off your computer and power off

the DTF-720. Then disconnect all

cables from between the unit and your

computer.

2. Protect the display screen surface by

spreading a soft cloth onto a flat table

and placing the DTF-720 face down on

the cloth.

3. Remove the four screws and lift the

adjustable stand assembly away from

the body of the unit.

4. Using the appropriate screws for your

mounting platform, firmly attach the

DTF-720 to the alternate mounting

platform.

5. Refer to the Installation instructions,

beginning on page 10, and reattach the

cabling.

CAUTION When attaching the DTF-720 onto an alternate

mounting platform, be sure to follow all instructions

in the documentation supplied by the platform

manufacturer. If improperly installed, the unit could

fall, resulting in damage to the unit or physical

injury.

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PEN AND DIGITAL INK CAPABILITIES IN WINDOWS VISTA

Microsoft Windows Vista provides extensive support for pen and touch input. When using DTF-720 with

a computer running Windows Vista, your experience is enhanced by powerful note taking, handwriting

recognition, fast navigation, and other digital inking options designed to give you quick, intuitive results

with the Wacom pen.

•Note taking. Use your Wacom pen to jot notes and capture quick sketches in Windows Journal.

Journal simulates a physical notebook, but with the advantages of digital note taking – you can

choose from a variety of pen, marker, and highlighter tools. Journal also includes a powerful

search engine that can even locate your handwritten content.

•Handwriting recognition. Because Windows Vista includes powerful handwriting recognition

capabilities, you can use your Wacom pen to quickly enter handwritten information anywhere the

computer accepts typed input. You can convert your handwritten content to typed text at any time.

•Gestures. Use your Wacom pen to make simple gestural movements on the pen display to trigger

customizable actions for navigation, editing, and other functions. To customize your gestures,

select the FLICKS tab in the PEN AND INPUT DEVICES control panel.

•Digital Ink in Microsoft Office 2007. Use your Wacom pen to full advantage with the enhanced

digital mark-up and inking tools available in Microsoft Office 2007 applications running on Windows

Vista. Found on the REVIEW tab within applicable applications, these tools provide a consistent set

of inking options. For quick access, you can add specific inking tools to the Quick Access Toolbar

located at the top of each application.

Note that the following workarounds in the pen tablet driver improve drawing performance in Vista:

•The Vista Pen Flicks and ‘press-and-hold-to-right-click’ features are disabled in graphics

applications using the Wintab API.

•There is no pressure sensitivity in Journal and other Vista Ink features when both the Flicks and

‘press-and-hold-to-right-click’ features are disabled in the Vista PEN AND INPUT DEVICES control

panel.

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ABOUT THE WINDOWS VISTA TABLET PC INPUT PANEL

The Windows Vista Tablet PC Input Panel enables you to use handwriting or an on-screen keyboard to

directly enter text with your Wacom pen. There are a number of ways to launch the Input Panel:

•Click on the Input Panel icon which appears when you move the screen cursor into a text entry

area.

•Click on the Input Panel tab, located by default on the left edge of the display screen.

•Click on the Tablet PC Input Panel icon located on the Windows taskbar. If the icon is not visible,

right-click on the taskbar, select TOOLBARS, and TABLET PC INPUT PANEL.

To customize the Input Panel:

1. First open the Input Panel and then click on TOOLS in the menu bar.

2. Select OPTIONS to open the Input Panel Options dialog box.

3. Customize the Input Panel settings for the way you like to work.

To learn more about using your Wacom pen in Microsoft Windows Vista and Office 2007, study the

documentation that came with your system and Microsoft Office applications. Be sure to take

advantage of the Windows Vista training tools, including the Tablet PC tutorial, available from Microsoft.

You can visit also the Wacom web site at www.wacom.com/vista for additional information on working

with your Wacom pen in Windows Vista.

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UNINSTALLING THE DTF-720

Follow the appropriate procedure below to remove the Wacom tablet software and the DTF-720 from

your system.

Windows:

1. Click on the Windows START button and open the CONTROL PANEL.

2. In the CONTROL PANEL window for

•Windows Vista: click on UNINSTALL A PROGRAM. In the dialog box that appears, choose the PEN

TABLET option and click on the UNINSTALL button.

•Windows XP or XP x64: select ADD OR REMOVE PROGRAMS. In the ADD OR REMOVE PROGRAMS

window, choose PEN TABLET and click on the REMOVE button.

•Windows 2000: double-click on the ADD/REMOVE PROGRAMS icon. In the dialog box that

appears, choose the PEN TABLET option and click on the ADD/REMOVE... button.

3. Follow the prompts to remove the tablet driver. (If prompted, enter your administrator login name

and password.)

4. When the driver has been removed, shut down your system, power off your computer, and turn off

the DTF-720. When your computer and the DTF-720 are off, disconnect the DTF-720 from your

computer.

Macintosh:

1. From the GO menu, choose APPLICATIONS and open the WACOM TABLET folder.

2. Double-click on the REMOVE TABLET icon and select the REMOVE TABLET SOFTWARE button.

Enter your administrator login name and password.

3. After the removal is completed, click OK.

4. Shut down your computer and turn off the DTF-720. When your computer and the DTF-720 are off,

disconnect the DTF-720 from your computer.

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS

DISPLAY

Physical dimensions (W x D x H) 400 x 362 x 55.5 mm (15.8 x 14.3 x 2.2 in), excluding stand

Weight 6.0 kg (13.2 lb), including stand

Input voltage 12 VDC

Power consumption 37 W (max.)

2 W or less in sleep mode

1 W or less in off mode

USB hub Integrated USB hub: USB v2.0

Powered hub with two external ports, 500 mA per port

Operating temperature and humidity 5° to 35° C, 20 to 80% RH (non-condensing)

Storage temperature and humidity -10° to 60° C, 20 to 90% RH (non-condensing)

Certification and compliance FCC part 15 class B & Subpart C, Industry Canada Class B, CE,

VCCI class B, EDID 1.3, C-tick, BSMI, MIC, CB, CCC, The European

Union RoHS Directive 2002/95/EC, Chinese RoHS, Korean RoHS

Display a-Si TFT active matrix LCD

Screen size 17.0 in (337.9 x 270.3 mm (13.31 x 10.65 in))

Signal inputs VGA (Analog RGB)

Signal outputs VGA (Analog RGB)

Resolution 1280 x 1024 pixels (SXGA), 1024 x 768 pixels (XGA),

800 x 600 pixels (SGA), 640 x 480 pixels (VGA)

Refresh rate 50 to 75 Hz (vertical)

All scan modes are non-interlaced.

Pixel pitch 0.264 x 0.264 mm (0.010 x 0.010 in)

Color depth 16.7 million

Brightness 300 cd/m2

Contrast ratio 650:1

Plug and Play DDC 2B

LCD quality Each DTF-720 LCD panel is produced under very stringent quality

standards. Production techniques cannot guarantee an absolutely

perfect TFT display. Wacom does not allow any pixel to be always

white or always black. A small number of pixels (5 or less) are

allowed to show a wrong color for some parts of the color spectrum.

This does not mean the display is defective.

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PEN TABLET

POWER ADAPTER

PEN (MODEL FP-320)

ORDERING PARTS AND ACCESSORIES

To purchase parts and accessories, refer to the Wacom tablet Read Me file and see who to call for your

region.

You can also do the following:

•To purchase parts and accessories in the USA or Canada, call 1.888.884.1870 (toll-free) or visit

Wacom’s web site at http://www.WacomDirect.com (USA only).

•To purchase parts and accessories in Europe, call +49 (0)180.500.03.75 or send an email to

spareparts@wacom.eu. Or, visit http://www.wacom-shop.net. You can also contact your local

dealer, distributor, or technical support using the appropriate number for your region.

•To purchase parts and accessories in other countries, please contact your local dealer or

distributor.

Please note that not all parts and accessories may be available in all regions.

Reading technology Electromagnetic resonance method

Active area 337.9 x 270.3 mm (13.31 x 10.65 in)

Resolution 20 lpmm (0.05 mm) (508 lpi (0.002 in))

Accuracy ±0.5 mm (±0.02 in), average

Reading height 5 mm (0.2 in)

Maximum report rate 100 points/sec.

Pressure levels 512 levels

Communication interface USB

Input voltage 100 to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz

Output voltage 12 VDC, 5.0 A

Pressure levels 512

Pen tip travel 0.2 mm (0.008 in) or less

Physical dimensions (L x D) 146.5 x 12.5 mm (5.77 x 0.49 in)

Weight 12 g (0.42 oz), approximately

Side switch type Rocker switch

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RADIO AND TELEVISION INTERFERENCE

The equipment described in this manual generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy. If it is not

installed and used properly – that is, in strict accordance with applicable instructions – it may cause interference

with radio and television reception.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION (FCC) NOTICE

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this

device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15

of 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.

You can determine whether the equipment is causing interference by powering it off. If the interference stops, it

was probably caused by the equipment.

If the equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception, you may be able to correct the

interference by using one or more of the following measures:

• Rotate the television or radio antenna until the interference stops.

• Move the equipment farther away from the television or radio.

• Plug the equipment and computer into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the television or radio.

If necessary, consult your Wacom dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help.

Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by Wacom could void the FCC Certification and negate

your authority to operate the product.

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INDUSTRY CANADA (CANADA ONLY)

Industry Canada, Class B

“This Class (B) digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003”

“Cet appareil numerique de la classe (B) est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canada.”

CE DECLARATION

The DTF-720 / DTF-720A pen display tablet has been tested and found to comply to the following harmonized

European Norms:

• EN 55022: 2006, Class B

• EN 55024: 1998+A1: 2001+A2: 2003

IEC 61000-4-2: 2001

IEC 61000-4-3: 2006

IEC 61000-4-4: 2004

IEC 61000-4-5: 2005

IEC-61000-4-6: 2006

IEC 61000-4-8: 2001

IEC 61000-4-11: 2004

• EN 61000-3-2: 2006

• EN 61000-3-3: 1995+A1: 2001+A2: 2005

Based on the results of these tests, Wacom declares that the above mentioned device conforms to the Directive

2004/108/EC.

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WARRANTY

(WORLDWIDE, EXCEPT FOR EUROPE, AFRICA AND MIDDLE EAST)

LIMITED WARRANTY

Wacom warrants the product, to the original consumer purchaser, except for the Software and consumable items

such as the pen nibs, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a

period of two (2) years, from the date of original retail purchase, as evidenced by a copy of the receipt and

registration with Wacom within 30 days of purchase.

The Software is licensed “as is.” Wacom makes no warranty with respect to its quality or performance.

Wacom cannot guarantee you uninterrupted service or the correction of any errors.

Upon discovery of a defect in the product, except in the Software, within the Warranty Period, you should contact

Wacom Technical Support via telephone, email, or fax to obtain an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization)

number and instructions for shipping the product to a service location designated by Wacom. You should send the

product, shipping charges prepaid, to the designated service location, accompanied by the return authorization

number, your name, address and telephone number, proof of purchase date, and a description of the defect.

Wacom will pay for return shipping by United Parcel Service or by an equivalent service as chosen by Wacom.

Wacom’s sole obligation and entire liability under this warranty shall be, at Wacom’s option, either the repair or

replacement of the defective product or parts thereof of which Wacom is notified during the Warranty Period;

provided, however, that you are responsible for (i) the cost of transportation of the product to the designated

service location and (ii) any loss or damage to the product resulting from such transportation.

Wacom shall have no responsibility to repair or replace the product if the failure of the product has resulted from

accident, abuse, misuse, negligence, or unauthorized modification or repair, or if it has been handled or stored

other than in accordance with Wacom’s storage instructions.

Any descriptions, drawings, specifications, samples, models, bulletins, or similar material, used in connection with

the sale of the product, shall not be construed as an express warranty that the product will conform or comply with

your requirements.

EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY DESCRIBED ABOVE, THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES MADE

BY WACOM ON THIS PRODUCT. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY WACOM, ITS

DEALERS, DISTRIBUTORS, AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A WARRANTY OR IN ANY WAY

INCREASE THE SCOPE OF THIS WARRANTY, AND YOU MAY NOT RELY ON ANY SUCH INFORMATION OR

ADVICE. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER

RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.

WACOM LIMITS THE DURATION OF ANY LEGALLY IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING IMPLIED

WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TO THE DURATION OF

WACOM’S EXPRESS WARRANTY. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN

IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

NEITHER WACOM NOR ANYONE ELSE WHO HAS BEEN INVOLVED IN THE CREATION, PRODUCTION, OR

DELIVERY OF THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INCIDENTAL

DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS

OF BUSINESS INFORMATION AND THE LIKE) ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF OR INABILITY TO USE SUCH

PRODUCT, EVEN IF WACOM HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. SOME

STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.

In the event that any of the above limitations are held unenforceable, Wacom’s liability for any damages to you or

any party shall not exceed the purchase price you paid, regardless of the form of any claim.

This Limited Warranty is governed by the laws of the United States of America and the state of Washington.

This Limited Warranty is valid for and only applies to products purchased and used inside the United States (and its

territories or possessions) and Canada.

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WARRANTY SERVICE IN THE U.S.A. AND CANADA

To obtain Warranty service within the U.S. or Canada contact:

Wacom Technical Support

Phone: 1.360.896.9833

Fax: 1.360.896.9724

Inquiry form: http://www.wacom.com/productsupport/email.cfm

E-mail: support@wacom.com

WARRANTY SERVICE OUTSIDE OF THE U.S.A. AND CANADA

For products purchased or used outside of the United States and Canada, the warranty period is one (1) year from

the date of original purchase. Upon discovery of a defect in the product, except in the Software, within the

Warranty Period you should contact your local dealer or distributor. If an authorized Wacom repair center is not

available in your local country you will be responsible for all transportation costs including duties and taxes to and

from the Wacom repair center. In all other respects, the terms of the warranty as set forth above apply to such

sales.

Should you have any questions about this Agreement, or if you desire to contact Wacom for any reason, please

contact in writing:

In North and South America contact:

Wacom Technology Corporation

1311 SE Cardinal Court

Vancouver, Washington 98683

U.S.A.

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Wacom Technology Corporation Wacom Europe GmbH

1311 SE Cardinal Court Europark Fichtenhain A9

Vancouver, WA 98683 47807 Krefeld

U.S.A. Germany

Telephone Telephone

General: +1.360.896.9833 General: +49.(0)2151.3614.0

Fax: +1.360.896.9724 Fax: +49.(0)2151.3614.111

Wacom Co., Ltd. Wacom Co., Ltd.

2-510-1 Toyonodai Asia Pacific Office

Otone-Machi, Kitasaitama-Gun Harmony Tower 18F, 1-32-2 Hon-Cho,

Saitama, 349-1148 Nakano-Ku, Tokyo 164-0012

Japan Japan

Internet: http://tablet.wacom.co.jp Telephone

General: +81.3.5309.1513

Fax: +81.3.5309.1514

Wacom China Corporation Wacom Korea Co., Ltd.

Unit 2807, 28th Floor, SK Tower 25th Floor DMC iaan Sangam 2nd Complex, 1653

No 6 Jia, Jianguomenwai Avenue, Sangam-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, Korea, 121-270

Beijing, 100022, China Korea

Internet: http://www.wacom.com.cn Telephone

General: +82.2.557.3894

Fax: +82.2.557.3895

Wacom Australia Pty. Ltd. Wacom Singapore Pte. Ltd. (Singapore)

Unit 8, Stage 1 Cumberland Green 3 Bishan Place,

2-8 South Street, Rydalmere CPF Bishan Building #06-08

NSW 2116 Australia Singapore 579838

Telephone Telephone

General: +61.2.9422.6700 General: +65.6258.8640

Fax: +61.2.9420.2272 Fax: +65.6258.8697

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DTF-720

interactive pen display

Installation Guide & User’s Manual

Wacom Co., Ltd. UE-0329 (C)

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