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M
OTION
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OMPUTING
M1400 T
ABLET
PC
USER GUIDE
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About This User Guide
CAUTIONS,
WARNINGS AND
NOTICES
The following notices are found in this User Guide:
WARNING: Text set off in this way indicates that failure to follow
directions in the warning could result in bodily harm or loss of life.
CAUTION: Text set off in this way indicates that failure to follow
directions in the Caution could result in damage to the equipment or
loss of information.
IMPORTANT: Text set off in this way presents information or instructions that
should be followed or information of particular interest.
NOTE: Text set off in this way presents information or instructions.
MENU ITEMS,
BUTTONS,
ICONS
Menu items, icons, and instructions found in the procedures in this User
Guide are set apart by capitalizing them exactly as shown on screen. For
example, the Start menu, Dashboard, Tablet and Pen Settings icon,
Apply, Reset, etc. Buttons on the chassis are identified through
diagrams.
WRITING ON
THE DISPLAY
Writing on the Motion Tablet PC digitizer display in this User Guide
refers to any hand-written input using the specially-designed Motion
digitizer Pen, provided. The display responds only to this Motion Pen
and not to any other type of pen or to a stylus or other device such as
those used with personal digital assistants (PDAs). The display surface
may be damaged by ink pens or other pointed objects.
INK Use of the term ink in the documentation refers to digital ink, that is, text
entered in handwritten format and converted to an object that can be
displayed exactly as you write it.
REFERENCES
TO USING THE
PEN AND
PEN FUNCTION
BUTTON
Notations for using the Motion Digitizer Pen, which are found
throughout this User Guide, are described below:
• Tap — Tap the Pen on the Tablet PC display, without pressing the
function button on the Pen
• Double-tap — Double-tap the Pen on the display, without pressing the
function button on the Pen
• Right-click — Press the function button on the Pen and tap the Pen on
the display (equivalent to a mouse right-click)
• Press and hold — Press and hold the tip of the Pen to the display,
without pressing the function button on the Pen (equivalent to a mouse
right-click)
• Tap and drag — Tap and drag the Pen on the display
• Select/Highlight — Tap on the item on the Tablet PC display with the
Pen to activate the function
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Your Motion Tablet PC
Thank you for purchasing a Tablet PC from Motion Computing®! Your
Motion Tablet PC combines the best features of desktop and notebook
computing with the unique mobility and versatility found only in a
Tablet PC.
MOTION
TABLET PC
FEATURES
The Motion M1400 Tablet PC offers these features:
•Microsoft® Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition operating system
•Intel® processor, Ultra Low Voltage (ULV), and Intel 855GME chipset
• Standard 12.1-inch XGA TFT LCD display with an ambient light sensor
that automatically balances brightness (depending on lighting condi-
tions); optional View AnywhereTM Display that reduces reflection and
glare and improves contrast and viewing angles
• 20GB hard drive (minimum)
• PC333 DDR SDRAM slot with 256MB of installed RAM, upgradeable
to 2GB
• IEEE 802.11b/g and Bluetooth wireless built-in
• Built-in fingerprint sensor for convenient, secure Tablet PC access
• Two amplified microphones with ambient noise filters improve voice
recognition and Voice over IP (VoIP) capabilities
• Motion Dashboard for convenient access to Tablet PC controls
• USB 2.0; fully backward compatible to USB 1.1
• Front panel status LEDs and function buttons
• Screen rotation; handwriting and voice recognition; dual-head video
controller
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• PCMCIA card slot, for networking, memory expansion or accessory
connections
• Programmable power-saving schemes
• I/O ports: Universal microphone/headphone jacks; DC power in; two
USB ports; IEEE 1394 port; external VGA monitor port; RJ-11
(modem); RJ-45 (Ethernet network)
• Motion digitizer pen for ink input, with a pen storage bay and a pen
tether anchor built into the chassis
• USB keyboard and mouse support
• pen6-cell, prismatic lithium ion (Li-ion) battery
• Lightweight magnesium alloy chassis
• Kensington lock slot
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PACKAGE
CONTENTS
Motion Tablet PC packages may contain the following equipment (this may
change from time to time as new equipment is introduced; see your invoice
for a list of what itms were shipped with the product):
• Motion M1400 Tablet PC
• Digitizer pen, extra pen tips, and pen tip replacement tool
• AC Adapter, Power Cord, and AC Mini Plug
• Hardtop Cover
• Cloth for cleaning the display
• System software CDs
• Product documentation
NOTE: Before discarding any shipping containers, check that you’ve unpacked
all the items. If anything appears to be missing from your order, read the invoice
to see if the part was back ordered. To check your order, contact your Motion
Computing representative, if you bought the Tablet PC directly from Motion, or
your Motion reseller.
Motion Accessories
You can purchase any of the following Motion accessories:
NOTE: New accessories may be added from time to time. Visit the Motion
Computing website at www.motioncomputing.com/accessories for the most
current accessory list.
• Motion FlexDock docking station
• Mobile keyboard with touch pad
• Motion Hardtop Keyboard
• Replacement Hardtop Cover
• Portfolios and cases
• Rubber edge protector
• Battery charger
• Extra batteries
• Extra pens
• Optical disc drives
• 256MB, 512MB, 1GB DDR memory upgrade modules
• 40GB or 60GB hard drives (available at time of purchase)
• PC card options
• Additional software
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WHAT TO DO
FIRST
Congratulations on selecting the Motion Tablet PC! After you turn on your
Tablet PC and start Windows XP, you may want to take the following steps:
• Calibrate the pen.
• Practice using the pen by playing Inkball.
• Take the tutorials.
• Check out the “Using Your Motion Tablet PC” page.
• See what’s on the Windows Help and Support Center page.
• Take the Microsoft Windows XP tour.
Calibrate the Pen
Your pen will function better and you’ll be more successful using it if you
calibrate it immediately and recalibrate it occasionally. For directions, see
the section “Calibrating the Pen” in Chapter 4 of this User Guide.
Practice Using the Pen
The Motion digitizer pen is a unique input device for the Tablet PC system,
but it may take a little practice to use. Here are some hints:
• When you write with the pen, you can rest your hand or arm anywhere
on the Tablet PC display without disturbing any open programs or dam-
aging the display surface.
• Avoid accidentally pushing the pen button when writing. This acts like a
“right mouse click.”
• Watch the cursor instead of the pen tip when you write. The cursor is a
guide for your pen movements. If it doesn’t align with the pen tip, you
should recalibrate the pen.
• Practice writing and learn how firmly and where to tap on the Tablet PC
display. You need these skills for activating programs, menus, or other
Tablet PC functions.
• The pen can be held like any other writing tool. Learn how to hold it and
when and how to press the pen function button, which activates right-
click functions.
• Change pen tips regularly, especially if you drop the pen onto a rough
surface that could damage the tip or embed debris in it. Damaged pen
tips can scratch the display.
For other hints about using the pen, see the section “Using the Pen” in
Chapter 4 of this User Guide.
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Play Inkball
Practice your digitizer pen skills on this game, which
is activated from Start, All Programs, Games, Inkball.
Take the Tutorials
When you start your Tablet PC,
several tutorials are offered to help
you learn about its various functions,
such as the Windows Journal, Tablet
PC Input Panel, and speech
recognition.
The Tutorials are short, quick, and
informative and we highly
recommend them as a starting place
to begin a successful Tablet PC
experience.
NOTE: Microsoft Windows XP for Tablet PC provides several tutorials. One set
appears each time you start the Tablet PC (unless you deactivate this option). Others
can be found by selecting Start, Using Your Motion Tablet PC, or from Start, Get
Going with Tablet PC.
Motion Resources Page and Online User Guide
The link to the Motion Tablet PC
User Guide is provided on the
“Using Your Motion Tablet PC”
page, shown here. In addition to
this link, other instructions for
using the pen, Dashboard, and
other applications are included
there.
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Microsoft Help and Resources Center Page
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additional information about your Tablet PC and the Microsoft Windows
XP operating system in the Microsoft Help and Support Center. The Help
and Support Center is installed on your Tablet PC. To access Help, select
Start, then Help and Support.
“Did You Know” Section
Whenever you open the Help and Support Center while your Tablet PC is
connected to the Internet, the “Did You Know” section checks for updates
from Microsoft and Motion Computing, such as system-use hints, or notices
from Motion Computing about your Tablet PC.
Take a Tour of Windows XP
If this is your first experience with the Windows XP operating system, this
tour is a good introduction. You can find this by selecting Start, then
Windows Help and Support Center, What’s New in Windows XP, and
finally “Taking a tour...”
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Open the Motion
Dashboard
Dashboard is an
exclusive Motion
Computing tool for
accessing programs
and functions and for
configuring your
Tablet PC. To start
Dashboard, with the
Tablet PC in primary
landscape mode
(horizontal with
buttons on the right),
press the button on the front panel that contains the square symbol. For more
information about using Dashboard, see Chapter 4 of this User Guide.
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Chapter
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Motion Tablet PC Hardware
This chapter describes the Motion M1400 Tablet PC, including hardware
components, LEDs, and accessories.
TABLET PC
DISPLAYS
Standard Display
The 12.1-inch Motion Tablet PC standard display and writing surface
combine three key components:
• A highly-readable, liquid-crystal display
• An acrylic protective layer that offers a
firm writing surface and minimizes glare
• Under the display, a digitizer panel that
allows hand-written entry with a spe-
cially-designed Motion digitizer pen and
on-screen keyboard data entry
Standard Display Features
• The Motion Tablet PC display, unlike
touchscreens or PDAs, responds to the digitizer pen, but not to a plastic
stylus or to finger touches or taps.
• Touching the Tablet PC display surface doesn’t affect any open programs
or data input, so you can safely rest your hand on the display and not dis-
turb your work.
NOTE: For more information about caring for the display, see Chapter 4 of this
User Guide.
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View AnywhereTM Display
The optional Motion View Anywhere Display was designed to enhance
indoor viewing and to improve outdoor viewing while retaining all the
standard display features. The bright 12.1-inch display was developed from
a proprietary optical enhancement process based on technology initially
developed for high-end military aviation and marine applications.
Key Components
• A highly-readable, liquid-crystal display
• A glass protective layer that minimizes reflection and glare and improves
contrast
• Under the display, a digitizer panel that allows hand-written entry (using
a specially-designed Motion digitizer pen) and onscreen keyboard
data entry
Special View Anywhere Display Features
• Provides a 30-to-1 reduction in unwanted reflection and glare and a 15%
improvement in “light pass-through” efficiency
• Produces more vivid colors with less glare, improved contrast ratio, and
better viewing angles without compromising backlight power
consumption
• Retains the same feel of pen on paper of the standard display
NOTE: For more information about caring for the display, see Chapter 4 of this
User Guide.
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TABLET PC
OVERVIEW
The following diagram shows the LEDs, buttons, connectors, and other
components on the Tablet PC.
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Table 2-1 Tablet PC LEDs, Buttons, Connectors, and Other Components
1 Pen holder Storage bay for the Motion digitizer pen
2 Power LED Displays power status
3 Battery LED Displays battery status
4 Hard Disk Drive LED Displays Hard Disk Drive (HDD) activity
5 Wireless LED Displays wireless activity and on/off status
6 Escape button Primary function: Esc. Secondary function: Alt+Tab
7 Function button Combine this button with another to activate Secondary button functions
8 Five-way directional
control button Primary functions: Scrolls Up/Down/Right/Left + Enter
Secondary functions: Left arrow—Shift+Tab; Right arrow—Tab; Up arrow—Page Up;
Down arrow—Page Down
9 Hot Key #1 Primary function: Opens the Motion Dashboard
Secondary function: Opens the Windows Journal application
10 Hot Key #2 Primary function: Changes the Tablet PC display orientation
Secondary function: Opens the Tablet PC Input Panel.
11 Security button Primary function: Ctrl-Alt-Del; Secondary function: None
12 Microphones (2) Works at a natural distance; disabled when an external microphone is plugged in
13 Pen tether post Post to which you can secure the pen by means of a plastic tether
14 PC Card slot Holds one Type-II PCMCIA card for memory expansion, external Bluetooth cards, etc.
15 Antenna cover 802.11 wireless networking antenna cover; this area does not open
16 Power switch Turns the Tablet PC on and off; can configure to activate Hibernate or Stand By modes
17 AC power jack AC power connector for the Tablet PC
18 RJ-11 modem port Connector for a 56.6K V.90 modem
19 RJ-45/LAN Standard RJ-45 connector for a 10/100 Mbps network
20 RJ-45 LEDs (2) Display LAN connection status; blink green and amber for a connection
21 VGA connector A standard DB-15 monitor connector for an external monitor
22 Docking connector Connects the Tablet PC with the Motion FlexDock
23 USB ports (2) Universal Serial Bus; a port connect for connecting USB devices, such as a
mouse, printer, or digital camera
24 IEEE 1394 port Connects 4-pin accessories, such as DVD players, optical disc drives, video cameras
25 Universal jacks (2) Universal jacks for microphone and headset; 3.5mm plug
26 Speakers (2) Integrated speakers that mute when you connect a headset or external speakers
27 Fingerprint sensor Swipe-type sensor for scanning fingerprints; used for logging in
28 Ambient Light Sensor Measures the ambient light and automatically balances display brightness
29 Product Label Serial numbers, system certifications marks, and regulatory labels
30 Battery release latch Releases the battery from the battery bay
31 Battery Self-monitoring battery tracks the amount of charge
32 Battery gauge Displays remaining battery charge
33 Hard disk drive bay Holds the HDD; 20GB memory (standard); upgradeable to 40GB or 60GB
34 Memory/mini-PCI
access bay Bay that houses the memory modules and the mini-PCI wireless card; 256MB memory
(standard), upgradeable to 1GB
35 Security lock slot Fits a cable lock for securing the unit to a desk, etc.
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CHASSIS AND
HARDTOP
COVER
The Motion Tablet PC chassis is constructed of Magnesium alloy, which is
lightweight, durable, and easy to maintain. The Motion Hardtop Cover is
molded of a tough plastic. It snaps over the display, to protect it when the
Tablet PC is not in use and can be snapped onto the bottom of the Tablet PC
for convenient storage.
DIGITIZER PEN The Motion digitizer pen is a sensitive, electronic data-entry device designed
in conjunction with the Tablet PC display. It contains no batteries and
requires no external power. To help prevent pen loss attach it to the built-in
pen tether post on the chassis.
NOTE: For best results, we recommend that you calibrate your pen before using
it for the first time. For information about this and other pen procedures, see
Chapter 4 of this User Guide.
MOTION
AC ADAPTER The Motion AC Adapter has three components:
•AC power adapter (with a right-angled connector)
•Power cord
•AC mini-plug with folding prongs for travel
CAUTION: Use the appropriate AC Adapter with your Motion Tablet PC.
This adapter should not be used to power any other electronic devices. If
you do so, you may damage the accessory or other device.
MOTION
BATTERIES
A standard configuration Motion Tablet PC ships with a 6-cell Lithium-Ion
battery in the battery bay. Fully charged, a new 6-cell battery can power the
Tablet PC for 3-4 hours, depending on operating conditions.
Extra batteries are available from Motion Computing. Use only Motion
Lithium-Ion batteries in your Motion Tablet PC.
WARNING: To avoid personal injury, handle the battery with care. Do not
open, puncture, short, or expose it to fire or water. Keep the battery in an
ambient temperature of less than +104° F (+40° C); for example, don’t
leave it in a closed car in hot weather for extended periods of time.
NOTE: For more information about the battery LEDs, see the section “Battery
Status LEDs” in this chapter; and for more information about battery care, see
Chapter 4 of this User Guide.
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FRONT PANEL
BUTTONS The front panel of the Motion Tablet PC contains six buttons, shown in Table
2-2. Most of these buttons have both primary and secondary functions. In
addition, some may be re-programmed for other functions.
MODEM
AND LAN
CONNECTORS
The Motion Tablet PC modem and LAN (network connection)
communication ports are found on the connector edge, as shown below.
Modem and LAN Connectors: (1) RJ-45 LEDs; (2) RJ-11
Modem; (3) RJ-45 LAN
NOTE: The Motion FlexDock has no built-in modem port. When using a Motion
FlexDock, you must connect to the modem port on the Tablet PC through the
FlexDock opening designed for this purpose.
•Modem (RJ-11 port) — Built-in, V.90 modem that operates at a
maximum of 56.6K throughput and has fax capabilities; port supports
a standard phone cord connector; connect the modem only to an
analog telephone jack, not to a digital telephone (PBX) network jack
•Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) — Connects a network, cable modem, or
xDSL; contains two status LEDs
CAUTION: Do not plug a standard RJ-11 phone cord into the RJ-45
port or you may damage the RJ-45 LAN port.
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Button Default Functions
Button Primary Function Secondary Function
(Press Function + this button)
1 Escape 2Esc key Alt + Tab
2 Function 3Function + other button
activates secondary function None
3 Five-way
Directional Control
Button 2
Works like the arrow keys
on a keyboard. The center
of the button works like the
Enter key.
Left arrow = Shift+Tab
Right arrow = Tab
Up arrow = Page Up
Down arrow = Page Down
4 Hot Key #1 1 & 2 Dashboard Windows Journal
5 Hot Key #2 1 & 2 Rotates the display. Tablet PC Input Panel
6 Security 3Ctrl + Alt + Del (Windows Task
Manager). Also used for
domain authentication or logon
screen.
None
NOTE: 1Primary function programmable. 2Secondary function programmable.
3Not programmable. For information about programming buttons, see Chapter 4.
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TABLET PC
CHASSIS LEDS
The Tablet PC front panel (shown in the diagram) and the battery case on the
bottom of the unit contain status LEDs, described here.
Tablet PC Front Panel LEDs
The Motion Tablet PC has four front-panel status LEDs:
Battery Status LEDs
Your Motion Tablet PC is equipped with a “smart” battery provides
information about its power status, as described in Table 2-4.
CAUTION: To avoid personal injury, if the battery is overheated, wait
until the battery cools to room temperature before recharging or
replacing it.
NOTE: If the unit is operating on battery power, you can move the pen
over the Power/Battery icon (shown here and found in the System Tray
at the lower-right corner of the Tablet PC display) to see the number of
hours of charge and the percentage of battery charge remaining.
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Front Panel Status LEDs
LED Description Status
1 Power/Stand by Steady green Tablet PC is on.
Flashing green Tablet PC is in Stand by.
2 Battery Status See Table 2-4.
3 Hard Disk Drive Flashing/On Some HDD activity
Off No HDD activity
4 Wireless Activity Steady or flash-
ing green Wireless is on.
Off Wireless is off.
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Battery Status Gauge
A five-LED battery gauge is located on the battery on the bottom of
your Tablet PC. Each LED represents about 20% of available power.
You can activate the gauge by pushing the black button next to
the LEDs.
In the example shown here, two LEDs are lit, which means the
battery has about 40% of its power remaining.
Fingerprint
Reader The built-in fingerprint reader lets you scan your fingerprint and associate it
with a password. This provides a quick and convenient way to login to your
Tablet PC and provides additional security protection for your data.
Table 2-4
Front Panel Battery Status LED
LED Battery Status Action
Steady green Battery 100% charged
(AC plugged in) None
Steady amber Battery charging
(AC plugged in) None
Steady red Battery overheated or defective Wait for the battery to cool.
Replace the battery.
Flashing green and
amber Battery discharging abnormally Replace the battery.
Slow-flashing amber 10% battery charge remaining
(AC unplugged). Immediately charge the
battery to avoid loss of data.
NOTE: When the remaining battery charge is 10%, your Tablet PC issues a Low
Battery alarm message in addition to the LED warning. For information about
modifying this alarm (you can set it to display a message or to produce an audible
warning), see Chapter 4 of this User Guide.
Fast-flashing amber
(for only a few
seconds)
3% battery charge remaining
(AC unplugged) The Tablet PC issues a
Critical Battery alarm and
automatically goes into
Hibernate mode.
NOTE: Hibernate mode attempts to save data in any open programs to your Hard
Disk Drive. When you restart the Tablet PC, it returns to the same system status as
before hibernation.
Off Tablet PC is unplugged from
AC power and the system is
running on battery power.
Plug the Tablet PC into AC
power if you want to
preserve battery power.
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AMBIENT LIGHT
SENSOR (ALS) A built-in light sensor located on the Tablet PC front panel measures the
ambient light in the environment. The system then automatically balances
the brightness of the Tablet PC display in relation to the surroundings. You
can set the brightness level you want from the Motion Dashboard. Using this
setting, the system automatically adjusts the display’s brightness as the light
levels change to bring you the desired display brightness indoors and out.
For optimal battery life benefits and viewability from ALS, we recommend
that you set the ALS slider to the mid-point or slightly above or below mid-
point. If you set ALS higher than this, you lose some of the battery-savings
benefits while gaining minimal improvement in viewability.
Microphones The two Tablet PC microphones can be set in the Motion Dashboard to a
narrow focus (for single-person dictation), wide focus (for a small meeting
with several people), or for a conference room setting (for a large meeting,
which disables all “Array Processing” or “beam-focusing” software as
described below). These options provide flexibility in a variety of settings.
Technically, the microphones are designed with the following features that
help optimize the sound capabilities of your Tablet PC for voice recognition
and Voice over IP (VoIP):
• Array Processing or “beam focusing” software — Removes all sound
outside the angle of acceptance
• Noise Suppression — Removes background and ambient noise
• Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC) — Removes echo caused by micro-
phone pick up of the system’s speaker output and prevents feedback
PC Card Slot The PC Card slot, located on the power switch edge of the Tablet PC, holds
one Type-II PC Card for networking, memory expansion, or accessory
connection.
1. To install a PC Card, insert it label-side up.
2. To remove a PC Card, push the button next to the slot until it
pops out.
3. Push it again to eject the PC Card.
NOTE: Your Tablet PC ships with a plastic blank card in the PC Card slot. When
the slot is not in use, we recommend that you leave the plastic blank
in place.
Mini PCI Card
(Wireless) Your Tablet PC accepts a mini-PCI card for wireless communications.
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LABELS Most Tablet PC identification and system labels are located on the bottom of
the unit. These include serial and model numbers as well as regulatory and
approval labels. Some internal components, such as the modem, also contain
their own approval labels.
Motion Tablet PC Label Locations: (1) Product Identification, System Labels;
(2) Internal Modem with Label; (3) Hard Disk Drive Cover
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ACCESSORIES You can order the following accessories from the Motion Computing
website at www.motioncomputing.com/accessories.
Motion Desktop Stand
The Motion Desktop Stand is an easel-like device that holds the Tablet PC in
portrait or landscape modes. You can open the Desktop Stand to different
widths to change the display angle: the wider you open the stand, the less the
Tablet PC tilts back.
Motion FlexDock
The Motion FlexDock is a desktop docking station that provides a
convenient interface for the Tablet PC. Its components are shown below:
Motion FlexDock: (1) Back of FlexDock; (2) Front of FlexDock; (3) RJ-45/Ethernet;
(4) RJ-45 LEDs; (5) IEEE 1394; (6) USB; (7) Audio-in/Microphone Jack; (8) Audio-
out/Headphone Jack; (9) External Monitor; (10) Power Jack; (11) USB
• Easily docks and undocks with the Tablet PC
• Adjusts to support the display from 0o to 90o for viewing and writing
• Automatically adjusts the display when you rotate the Tablet PC 90o
between Primary Landscape and Primary Portrait
• “Grab-and-Go” capability lets you safely remove the Tablet PC from
the FlexDock without turning the system off or putting it in
Stand By mode
NOTE: For more information about installing the FlexDock, see Chapter 4 of this
User Guide or the Installation Guide packaged with the FlexDock.
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Motion Multi-Unit Battery Charger
The Multi-Unit Battery Charger provides a quick
and convenient way to recharge a 3- or 6-cell
battery independent of your Tablet PC. It contains
two charge bays with status LEDs on each bay and
can simultaneously charge two batteries. It can
recharge the 3-cell battery to 95% capacity in
1-3/4 hours and the 6-cell battery in 2-1/2 hours; it
resumes charging automatically if power is
interrupted. For further information about
operation of the Battery Charger, see the
documentation packaged with the unit.
Motion Hardtop Keyboard
The Motion Hardtop Keyboard combines the
functions of a keyboard, stand, and display
cover into a single product. It features an
integrated USB cable that plugs into the Tablet
PC, an integrated pointing device, mouse
buttons, and a display angle adjuster. The
Hardtop Keyboard is powered directly through
the USB cable. The Hardtop Keyboard also snaps onto the bottom of the
Tablet PC for convenient storage or onto the top to protect the display.
Motion Mobile Keyboard with Touch Pad
The Motion Mobile Keyboard with Touch Pad
plugs into any USB port on the Tablet PC or
into the Motion FlexDock. The Keyboard
features an integrated touch pad and compact
size, making it perfect for tight work spaces
or travel.
The Touch Pad on the keyboard has a
scroll zone (1) similar to the scroll bar
along the side of a window.
• Scrolling — Drag your finger up
and down to scroll through a
document
• Deleting text — Align the cursor
over the text you want to select,
tap the Entry bar (2) with your finger to place the cursor in the text (the
cursor will begin to blink). Tap again to select a single word; double-
tap to select a whole line. Select Delete from the keyboard. (Or, tap the
right entry bar (2), which opens a drop down menu. Select Cut.)
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Motion Hardtop Cover, Portfolios, and Cases
• The Motion Hardtop Cover is molded of a tough plastic. When snapped
over the display, it protects the display. It can also be snapped onto the
bottom of the Tablet PC for convenient storage.
• The Motion Compact Carrying Case accommodates the Tablet PC, key-
board, extra battery, CD/DVD drive, power adapter, extra pens, CD
media, and flash drives.
• The Motion Executive Portfolio is made of high-quality materials with a
shoulder strap and foldover cover. It features a sleeve for papers, a busi-
ness card holder, and pen holder. Snap-in retention clips make it easy to
insert and remove the Tablet PC.
• The Motion Slip Case has a clear cover to protect the display, zippered
access to side ports, and a hand strap on the back.
• The Clamshell Portfolio has a flip-out stand, pockets, carrying handles,
and a shoulder strap and was designed for use with a mobile keyboard.
• The Rubber Edge Protector fits around the edge of the Tablet PC to pro-
vide extra edge cushioning and to protect the port connections.
For information about the latest portfolios and cases, visit the Motion
Computing website at www.motioncomputing.com.
Motion Optical Disc Drives
Motion offers CDROM and DVD/CDRW combo drives. Depending on
which you purchase, these drives offer CDROM, CDRW, or DVD
capabilities.
For information about installing these drives, see the documentation
packaged with each drive. For general information about Optical Disc Drive
software, see Chapter 4 of this User Guide.
256MB and 512MB Memory Upgrade Modules
Additional memory modules improve the performance of your Tablet PC.
For information about available memory upgrades, visit the Motion
Computing website at www.motioncomputing.com.
NOTE: For information about installing additional
memory upgrade modules, see Chapter 4 of this User
Guide or the Installation Guide packaged with
the memory module.
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Motion Tablet PC Software
Pre-loaded on your Motion Computing Tablet PC is the Windows XP Tablet
PC Edition operating system plus additional software applications, drivers,
and utilities that help you personalize and make the most of your Tablet PC.
This chapter describes some of the applications and software features.
NOTE: For additional information about Tablet PC software applications, go to
Start>Using Your Motion Tablet PC>Explore the Tablet PC applications.
MOTION
SOFTWARE
You may order one of several different software packages with your Motion
Tablet PC. The specific CDs you receive in your Tablet PC package depends
upon what you order. Some software packages may require no CDs: in this
case, all the necessary software is preloaded on your Tablet PC.
Go to www.motioncomputing.com for recommendations about what to
order and for a complete list of the currently available Motion Computing
software, third-party applications to purchase, and free applications.
IMPORTANT: With certain software packages, additional steps may be required to
initialize your Tablet PC. For more information, see the section “Installing
Initialization Software” in Chapter 4 of this User Guide.
The following software CDs (included with your Tablet PC) are described in
this section:
• Motion Operating System Recovery CD
• Motion Utilities and Drivers Recovery CD
IMPORTANT: For the steps required to initialize your Tablet PC, see the section
“Installing Initialization Software” in Chapter 4 of this User Guide.
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Motion Operating System Recovery CDs: Description and Use
These CDs contain a complete re-install of the Windows XP Tablet PC
Edition operating system, all drivers, utilities, and applications.
They include Utilities and Drivers Readme.txt and System Recovery.txt files
with installation instructions. Use the System Recovery CDs when your
system is completely down and you must completely re-install. If possible,
back up your data files before running this procedure.
System Repair/Recovery Procedure — In most cases, once initiated, this
procedure lets you repair the Tablet PC hard disk drive and retain the
original system data, applications, passwords, and settings with no data loss.
When no repair is possible, it overwrites your system data. Should the latter
occur, you can cancel the procedure before taking any action. In this case,
you may want to contact your system administrator for help.
1. If possible, back up your data files.
2. Turn off your Tablet PC.
3. Insert the Motion M1400 Operating System Recovery CD (Windows
XP Professional Service Pack 1) into the CD-ROM drive and start
the Tablet PC.
4. When prompted, press any key to boot from the CD.
5. On the Setup screen, select ENTER to set up Windows XP.
NOTE: Do not select R=Repair before you execute the End User License
Agreement (EULA). If you do, you need to exit this procedure, shut down and
restart your Tablet PC, and read/accept the EULA before proceeding.
6. Press F8 to accept the terms of the End User License Agreement.
7. When the next options appear, select from the following:
IMPORTANT: If Windows XP cannot repair your system, this procedure
automatically skips to the ESC=Don’t Repair (reformatting) option, described
below:
• R=Repair option — Installs Windows XP Tablet PC Edition on your
system, preserving your system data, applications, passwords,
and settings
• ESC=Don't Repair (reformatting) option — Reformats your hard
disk drive. If Windows XP automatically skips to this option (that is,
no repair is possible), you must decide whether to reformat now or
cancel the procedure. If you decide to reformat, select either Format
the partition using the NTFS File System or the NTFS File System
(Quick). If you decide not to reformat, select ESC to cancel the
procedure.
8. Continue following the onscreen instructions.
9. After your operating system has been reinstalled, you will be
prompted to insert the Motion Utilities and Drivers Recovery CD.
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a. For a repaired system, this process is quick and your system will
automatically reboot. If you receive a FarStone® VirtualDriveTM
error message, you may need to re-install the VirtualDrive
application (described below).
b. For a reformatted system, this process takes some time as the
drivers and utilities are reinstalled. Don’t interrupt this process.
When the reformatting is complete, your system will automatically
reboot. At that point, you may need to install additional software
(such as Microsoft Office), as appropriate. You may also want to
restore your personal preferences and settings.
Reinstalling the VirtualDrive Application (Optional)
If you previously had the VirtualDrive application installed on
your Tablet PC and you get VirtualDrive error messages, perform
these steps to reinstall the application.
1.Go to Control Panel, Add/Remove Programs, and uninstall the
VirtualDrive application. You will be prompted to reboot
your system.
2.Insert the Motion Utilities and Drivers Recovery CD.
3.Go to Start>Run and type in "d:\vdrive\vdrive.bat" and
press Enter.
4.Reinstall the Virtual Drive application from
c:\windows\motion\virtualdrive\setup.exe or from the Motion
Applications CD.
Motion Utilities and Drivers CD
The Motion Utilities and Drivers CD contains installable drivers and
utilities. To install a specific driver or utility, open the Utilities and Drivers
Readme.txt file on the Motion CD and follow the instructions.
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MOTION
APPLICATION
SOFTWARE
Your Tablet PC contains software applications to enhance its operations,
some available exclusively from Motion Computing.
Motion Dashboard
An exclusive Motion Computing
design, the Motion Dashboard makes
many operations easy to use and puts
them in a single location for
convenient access.
To display the Motion Dashboard,
press Hot Key #1.
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Motion Dashboard Features
Feature Description
Speaker
Volume Available Settings:
•Mute the speaker sound
•Adjust the slider for the speaker volume
•Multimedia Optimized—Best setting equalization setting for sound
reproduction from your CD player, DVD, sound recorder
• Voice Optimized—Best setting for voice reproduction from the
speakers
•Normal—Best setting for external speakers or headphones
• Volume Controls adjust the volume, balance between the left and
right speakers, bass and treble settings for multimedia applications,
such as a CD player, DVD, or sound recorder. Volume Control
Options sets Playback and Recording for the selected device.
Microphone The two microphones contain:
•Array Processing or “beam forming” software— Removes all
sound outside an adjustable acceptance angle
•Noise Suppression—Removes background and ambient noise
•Acoustic Echo Cancellation—Removes echo caused by micro-
phone pick up of the system’s speaker output and prevents feedback
Available Settings:
•Mute the microphone
•Adjust the slider for the microphone volume
• Narrow Focus —Best setting for dictation, Voice over IP, “voice
noisy” environment; the microphones focus is on a spot near the cen-
ter of the display
•Wide Focus—Best setting for small group, conference table, “voice
quiet” environment; microphone focus is widened
•Meeting/Conference—Best setting for open meeting room; array
processing software is turned off
•Train—“Teach” the microphones to detect sounds from a particular
location using the “beam forming” software
NOTE: The microphones keep their settings until they are “retrained” or
until you change to another focus, eg., Narrow Focus, etc.
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Tablet PC Input Panel (TIP)
To open the Tablet PC Input Panel (TIP), tap the TIP icon located next to the
Start button. From this window, you can enter hand-written data, use the on-
screen keyboard, or enter information by voice.
The illustration below shows the Tablet PC Input Panel with the Text
Preview window open. You can select this option from the Tools
drop-down menu.
Brightness The Ambient Light Sensor (ALS) built into the Tablet PC detects light in
the environment and adjusts the display brightness.
Available Settings:
•Off — Turns off the display back light
•Fixed — Maintains a fixed brightness level on the display that
remains constant under varying light conditions
•Dynamic — Maintains a relative brightness level on the display in
varying light settings using the ALS
NOTE: For optimal battery life benefits and viewability from the ALS, we
recommend that you set the brightness slider to the mid-point or slightly
above or below mid-point. If you set the slider higher than this, you lose
some of the battery-savings benefits while gaining minimal
improvement in viewability.
Orientation Select the Tablet PC display orientation (rotation)
External
Display The Tablet PC has a Dual Head Video Controller that can “mirror” the
Tablet PC display or extend it to a second monitor or external device,
such as a data projector.
Available Settings:
•Mirror Desktop — ”Clone” (duplicate) the Tablet PC display on
another monitor or projector
•Extend Desktop — Project the display to an other monitor; enlarge
overall desktop work space
Power
Management View and select Power Schemes and Power Button options; set Power
Schemes and Alarms; check the Power Meter and battery gauge;
enable/disable Hibernate
Wireless “On/Off” buttons for the wireless devices built into the Tablet PC
Available Settings:
•Enable/Disable the 802.11/WiFi and/or Bluetooth Wireless Radio
•Disables either or both wireless devices at Tablet PC start up (useful
in settings that prohibit wireless operations, such as airplanes or
medical locations)
Pen & Digitizer Calibrate the pen to the display.
Available Settings:
• View and set pen and display properties
• Pen and Button Options—Change Tablet PC, pen, and button prop-
erties, such as hot-key assignments, right/left handedness, or right-
click function
Input Panel Open the Tablet PC Input Panel (TIP) for writing or typing
Stand by Put the Tablet PC in low-power Stand by mode for a temporary
suspension from which you can quickly resume your Windows session.
Help Motion Dashboard Help
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NOTE: For more information about the Tablet PC Input Panel, see Chapter 4 of
this User Guide.
IMPORTANT: To view the text you write or type in the Tablet PC Input Panel,
you must open another application, such as Windows Journal, Notepad,
Wordpad, or install Microsoft Office (ordered separately; this works with XP Pack
for Tablet PC, called Pen Extensions). Otherwise, your text will be transferred to
the Text Preview area (if it is open), but not to another application since none is
available to accept the input. If the text preview window isn’t open, your text will
disappear from the display after a few seconds.
NOTE: For security and accuracy when entering passwords or other confidential
text, we recommend that you use the soft keyboard on the Tablet PC Input Panel
instead of the Writing Pad.
Speech and Voice
Recognition
Your Tablet PC is designed to
accept and interpret the human
voice for dictation as well as for
keyboard-equivalent voice
commands. The Motion M1400
audio system contains echo
cancellation and ambient noise
filters for improved speech and
voice recognition.
NOTE: For information about
setting up speech recognition
through the Tablet PC Input Panel,
see Chapter 4 of this User Guide.
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Chapter
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This chapter describes various procedures and functions that your Motion
Tablet PC performs.
INITIALIZING
MICROSOFT
WINDOWS XP
Your Tablet PC comes with pre-installed software applications and drivers,
including those for the Windows XP Tablet PC Edition operating system.
The first time you start your Tablet PC, you must initialize
Windows XP. The steps for initializing the software are described in the
following sections.
Required Information
• Computer name (you can create this yourself or obtain one from your
system administrator); this should be a unique name
Optional Connections, Equipment, and Information
• Internet access
• Motion AC Power Adapter
• Administrative password
• Description of your computer
• Company name
• Network settings
• Domain name
• Names of the people who will be using this Tablet PC
• Microsoft Office Product Keys (if you are going to install any Microsoft
Office products, such as Word, Excel, or PowerPoint)
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Windows Initialization Procedure
IMPORTANT: You do NOT need Internet access to initialize Windows. When the
Windows initialization procedure prompts you for this information, you can either
select “Skip” or the option that lets you set up Internet access later.
1. (Optional) Connect your Tablet PC to AC power. (This ensures con-
tinuous power during this initialization procedure and in case the bat-
tery is low.)
2. (Optional) Attach a USB keyboard and use the touchpad or keyboard
keys (Tab, arrow, Enter, space bar) to select and enter data.
3. Slide the Power switch to start the Tablet PC. After a short time, the
“Welcome to Microsoft Windows” screen appears.
4. Tap Next.
5. Set up the dates and currency.
6. Tap Next.
7. Select the time zone.
8. Tap Next. The End User License Agreements (EULAs) for Microsoft
Windows XP and for Motion Computing appear.
9. Select “Yes, I Accept” to the End User License Agreement
10. Tap Next.
11. Type in a name for your computer. Enter the name provided by your
network administrator or a unique name you make up.
12. (Optional) Type in a description of your computer. Select Next.
13. Do any of the following:
• If your System Administrator has given you a password, enter that pass-
word here.
• Enter a password of your choice.
• Leave this field blank (you can enter a password later through the
Windows Control Panel).
IMPORTANT: If you intend to later to use the built-in fingerprint reader, the
password you enter here will when the Softex OmniPassTM Enrollment Wizard
appears (after this initialization is finished), it will accept the name and password
entered in Step 13. If you do not set up a password now, when the Wizard
appears for the fingerprint reader, OmniPass will prompt that it doesn’t have a
user name and password. You can then set up a user account in the Windows
Control Panel. For information about setting up the fingerprint reader, see the
section “Fingerprint Reader” in this chapter.
14. Select Next.
15. (Optional) Type in the domain name (from your network Adminis-
trator). If you don’t have a domain name, select “No,” then Next.
16. (Optional; you do not need Internet access to initialize Windows)
Check the option for Internet connection.
17. Select Skip to set up Internet access later.
18. Select “Yes, Ready to activate Microsoft Windows XP.”
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19. (Optional) “Ready to register with Microsoft.” Select “No, not at this
time.” (You can register now, but you must have Internet access.)
20. You may get a message either that your computer is not connected to
the Internet or that asks if you want to set up Internet access. Select
Skip.
21. Type in your name. If others will be using this Tablet PC, type in
their names also (up to a total of five). This message appears:
22. Thank you! Congratulations, you’re ready to go!
23. Select Finish. This message appears:
Windows XP
Please wait.
Windows is starting up....
Loading your personal settings
Applying your personal settings
IMPORTANT: As your system starts up, it will display messages and launch
some applications. Some require action; others do not:
• A fingerprint reader window (Logon Authentication for Softex
OmniPass) flashes very briefly onscreen. No action is required. This is
normal operation and you will be able to access this feature later.
• Windows may discover, load, and install new hardware. When
prompted and as appropriate for your system, answer Yes or OK to
install all hardware.
• An Automatically Update message appears. You must be connected to
the Internet to update. You can close this window and update later.
• Tablet PC Tutorials may be run now or later.
This completes the Windows XP initialization process. Your Tablet PC
is ready to use.
Microsoft Office Activation (Optional)
If you ordered the Microsoft Office XP Professional software with your
Tablet PC system, all the necessary software it is already installed. To
activate Microsoft Office, follow these steps:
1. Open a Microsoft Office application, such as Microsoft Word.
2. A screen appears, prompting you to enter your User name, Initials,
Organization, and the 25-character Product Key. The Product Key is
printed on the Microsoft Office CD packaged with your Tablet PC.
3. Follow the onscreen messages to complete the Microsoft
Office activation.
STARTING AND
STOPPING
YOUR
TABLET PC
Starting Your Tablet PC
Start the Tablet PC by sliding the Power switch. The Power LED turns green
and the Hard Disk Drive (HDD) LED intermittently flashes green. Then
Windows XP launches.
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When you start the Tablet PC, the Windows XP Tablet PC Tutorials screen
appears. If you don’t want this to continue to appear, check “Do not show
me this again.” We recommend that you run the tutorials, which take just a
few minutes. It you don’t want to run the Microsoft Tutorials now, you can
always return to them by tapping Start>Using Your Motion Tablet PC.
Stopping Your Tablet PC
The recommended way to shut down your Tablet PC is by selecting Start
and then Shut Down.
IMPORTANT: You can force a shutdown by pressing and holding the Power
switch for about 5 seconds. A forced shutdown should only be used when the
system is completely unresponsive to software commands. If you have any
applications open or any unsaved work, you will lose it. Windows will not prompt
you to save your work if you force a shutdown.
OPENING THE
MOTION
DASHBOARD
In the following sections, you will be instructed to open the Motion
Dashboard. To do this, press Hot Key #1 (see Table 2-2 in Chapter
2 of this User Guide) on the Tablet PC front panel.
You can also access
Dashboard by first
selecting Start>All
Programs>Motion
Resources>Dashboard.
The Motion Dashboard
offers many Tablet PC
functions in a
convenient location.
CONSERVING
POWER WITH
STAND BY
OR HIBERNATE
MODES
Low-power Stand by or Hibernate modes can conserve Tablet PC power.
Each preserves your Tablet PC settings so you can resume work where you
left off.
•Stand by — Greatly reduces Tablet PC power consumption and restarts
within a few seconds; the Tablet PC runs on battery if not connected to
AC power. Choose Stand by when you plan to return to work within a
short time (a few minutes to a few hours) and want to conserve power.
•Hibernate — Completely shuts down the Tablet PC to conserve power.
It takes slightly longer to restart from Hibernate than from Stand by
mode. Choose Hibernate when you plan to stop work for longer periods
of time, such as overnight. This setting saves the status of the Tablet PC
system to the hard disk drive.
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Launching Stand by or Hibernate Modes from the Start Button
1. Select Start>Shut Down.
2. From the pop-up window, tap Stand by or press the Shift key on the
keyboard to toggle to Hibernate, and then tap that option.
3. The Tablet PC will then enter Stand by or Hibernate. In Stand by, the
power LED flashes green. In Hibernate, all the status LEDs are off.
IMPORTANT: You can put the Tablet PC in either Stand by or Hibernate to swap the
battery. See the section “Swapping the Battery” in this chapter.
Launching Stand by Mode from the Motion Dashboard
Open the Motion Dashboard and then tap the Stand by button.
Setting Up Stand by or Hibernate Modes from the Power Switch
When you slide the power switch, by default your Tablet PC shuts down.
You can change this setting so that you can enter either Stand by or
Hibernate from the power switch.
1. Open the Motion Dashboard.
2. On the Dashboard, under Power Management, tap the down arrow by
the Pwr Button.
3. From the drop-down menu, select Stand by or Hibernate, as desired.
4. Select OK.
Restarting from Stand by or Hibernate Modes
To restart from Stand by or Hibernate, briefly slide the Power switch until
the Tablet PC display turns on. Tap your user name to resume work.
OPERATING THE
MOTION
DIGITIZER PEN
The Motion digitizer pen contains internal
electronics that let you enter digital ink on the
Tablet PC display. Finger-tapping or writing
with a PDA stylus has no effect. The pen
contains a pen function button, used for right-
clicking (like a mouse) and a small opening near the end for attaching it to
the pen tether. The pen also comes with replacement pen tips and a
replacement tool, shown here. For information about replacing the pen tips,
see “Replacing the Pen Tips” in this chapter.
Notations for using the Motion pen are described below:
• Tap — Firmly tap the pen on the Tablet PC display, without pressing the
function button on the pen
• Double-tap — Tap the pen twice on the display, without pressing the
function button on the pen
• Right-click — Press the function button on the pen and tap the pen on the
display (equals a mouse right-click). For more information about using
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the pen function button, see the section “Writing with the Pen” in this
chapter.
• Press and hold — Press and hold the tip of the pen to the display without
pressing the pen function button (equivalent to a mouse right-click)
• Tap and drag — Tap and drag the pen on the display
• Select/Highlight — Tap on the item on the Tablet PC display with the
pen to activate the function
Calibrating the Pen to Increase Its Accuracy
Be sure to calibrate your pen the first time you start your Tablet PC, then at
other times if the cursor doesn’t seem to line up with the pen tip. Calibration
ensures the accuracy of the pen and adjusts the Tablet PC display for each
person who uses it. The Tablet PC stores pen settings on a per-user basis.
To open the calibration program:
1. Open the Motion Dashboard and tap Calibrate. Or double-
tap the Tablet and Pen Settings icon in the System Tray,
located in the lower right-hand corner of the display window. This
opens the Tablet and Pen Settings window.
NOTE: This icon may be hidden in the
System Tray. Tap the System Tray left-
arrow to open all hidden icons.
2. Tap Calibrate while holding the pen
in a normal writing manner.
3. Carefully tap the pen point pre-
cisely in the center of each of the
four calibration crosshairs as they
appear.
4. Rotate the Tablet PC display and repeat this for each orientation
(0o, 90o, 180o, or 270o).
Hints for Writing with the Pen
The first time you pick up the pen, you’ll notice it is lightweight (it has no
internal battery), has a plastic tip, and contains an elongated button that is
called the “function button.”
• You can hold the pen like any other writing tool, except you may want to
place your fingers on either side of the pen function button so that you
don’t inadvertently press it as you write. Pressing the function button
while tapping the pen on the display is like right-clicking with a mouse
and will launch pop-up menus or may otherwise interfere with your writ-
ing or drawing.
• Practice pressing the pen function button with both your index finger and
thumb to see which you prefer.
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• Relax your grip. Only a light touch is needed to write with the pen.
• With a little practice, you will learn how to tap on the Tablet PC display
to activate buttons and menus.
• The more precise your handwritten input, the more accurate the Tablet
PC will be in converting it to text. You can use printed or cursive hand-
writing, but a mixture of upper and lowercase letters works best.
• When you hold the pen over the Tablet PC display, a pointer (small dot)
appears under the pen tip on the display and moves with the pen on
the display.
• To select something on the display, line up this pointer before you touch
(tap) the pen to the display surface. The digitizer under the Tablet PC
display reads the position of the pointer, not where you touch the pen to
the display.
CAUTION: Do not write on the Tablet PC display with ink pens or other
sharp objects that could damage it. Do not use permanent markers
that may damage the display.
A comparison of the pen and mouse operations is made below:
Ending Accidental Right-Clicks
If you find that you accidentally press the pen button when you
write, you may want to deactivate the pen button. (You will still
be able to open right-click menus by pressing and holding the pen
against the display surface.)
1. Double-tap the Tablet and Pen Settings icon in the System Tray,
located in the lower right-hand corner of the display window. This
opens Tablet and Pen Settings. (You can also access this through the
Windows Control Panel.)
Table 4-1 Mouse versus Pen Actions
With a Mouse With the Digitizer Pen
Point and click Point and tap the pen on the display.
Double-click Double-tap the pen on the display.
Click-and-drag Tap-and-drag the pen on the display.
Right-click Press the pen button while tapping, or press
and hold the pen on the display.
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2. Select the Pen Options tab.
3. Uncheck the option “Use pen
button to right-click.”
4. Tap Apply.
Adjusting Menu Locations
for Left-Handed Use
For convenience, you can adjust the
“handedness” and menu locations for
left-handed use.
1. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 above.
2. Select the Settings tab.
3. Change the Handedness or Menu location, as desired.
4. Tap Apply.
Pen Gestures
You can use pen gestures to quickly perform the following actions:
NOTE: Gestures work primarily in the Tablet PC Input Panel and the Write Anywhere
feature. For more information about gestures, gesture symbols, and for handwriting
tips, open the Tablet PC Input Panel, Tools menu, then select Help, Help Topics.
Under Tips and Tricks, select Tips for entering text. You will find a Gesture reference.
•Open the Tablet PC Input Panel — Holding the tip of the pen above
the screen, quickly move the pointer back and forth several times.
•Backspace (erase the previous character)
— Quickly draw a right-to-left line on
the display surface
•Erase — Draw a short, wide “Z” from
left to right across what you want to
erase. (It may take some practice to
master this gesture. ) The erase gesture
works in the Windows Journal, Tablet
PC Input Panel, and the Write Anywhere (an option of the Tablet PC
Input Panel).
HINTS FOR
OPTIMIZING
YOUR DISPLAY
WINDOW
To free work space and enlarge your writing area, you can optimize your
Tablet PC display in these ways:
• Move the Tablet PC Input Panel anywhere
on the display— From Tools, uncheck
Dock. This lets you drag the input panel
anywhere on the display.
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• Hide the Input Panel — Select the up arrow on the Input
Panel to hide the panel
• Enlarge the Preview window — From Tools, tap
Options, and then tap Two lines.
• Relocate the taskbar anywhere on the display — From
Windows Control Panel, tap Taskbar and Start Menu (Classic View)
or double-click Appearance and themes (Category View) and then tap
Taskbar and Start Menu. Uncheck the box beside Lock the taskbar.
Tap OK and close Control Panel. Now place your pen inside the
Taskbar and drag it to the sides or top of the display.
• Change the amount of delay to transfer writing, or the thickness of the
ink — From Tools, select Options.
NOTE: For more information about Tablet PC Input Panel functions, see Tools>Help
on the Tablet PC Input Panel window.
MAKING BEST
USE OF THE
TABLET PC
INPUT PANEL
The Tablet PC Input Panel Keyboard and Writing Pad let you:
• Enter information in other input fields, such as passwords
• Hand write or type entries in Journal documents
• Write or type e-mail messages
1. Open the Tablet PC Input Panel by tapping the icon,
shown here.
2. With another application active, such as a password entry field, a
Journal document, or Outlook, write or type the desired entry on the
Input Panel window.
3. By default, after a short delay, your handwriting or typing will be
automatically sent to the active program.
HINTS FOR
WORKING WITH
THE INPUT
PANEL
Here are some other hints about the Tablet PC Input Panel:
• Disappearing text — If you don’t open an active application or the
Input Panel Preview window, your writing or typing will disappear
from the display in a few seconds. Open an application (such as
Microsoft Word) or the Preview window to accept your text.
• Sending drawings — While probably not the best application for
drawings, you can send them from the Input Panel to some
applications (for example, Wordpad or Microsoft Word). However,
they don’t transfer to the Text Preview window. If you draw from the
Input Panel with the Text Preview window open, Windows XP tries to
interpret the drawing as text and the results are unpredictable.
• Entering passwords — For security and accuracy, we recommend that
you use the keyboard on the Input Panel instead of writing this
confidential information where it is clearly visible.
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Input Panel Text Preview Window
The Tablet PC Input Panel Writing Pad has an optional Text Preview
window (opened from the Tools menu) that lets you see a text transcription
of what you have written before you send it to an active application. You can
send your text to this preview window at any time by tapping Send.
Otherwise, there is a built-in delay to send the text. (You can change the
delay period from the Tools>Options menu from 1/4 second to 10 seconds.)
“Sending as Ink” (Handwriting and Drawings) from the
Input Panel
To transfer ink input to another application:
1. Open the Tablet PC Input Panel.
2. Close the Text Preview window by deselecting it in Tools.
3. Open an application, such as Notepad, Wordpad, or Microsoft Word
(or any Microsoft Office application).
NOTE: Without a second application open to accept the ink input, the input will
disappear from the Tablet PC Input Panel.
4. Tap the down arrow beside Send.
5. Enable Send as Ink. (If the application you have
open doesn’t accept ink input, this option will be
grayed out, as shown here.)
6. Create the text or simple drawing you want to
send as ink.
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NOTE: To increase the size of the text and drawings, highlight these on screen, then
change the font size. Wordpad and Notepad don’t allow you to reset the default font
size, but you can increase the font size in the manner described here.
ELIMINATING
PAPER WITH
WINDOWS
JOURNAL
Windows Journal offers these note-
taking capabilities:
• Search — Look for a
handwritten or typewritten
word in all your Journal Notes
• Organization — Use color,
and/or titles to arrange
information
• Versatility — Draw diagrams
and charts, copy and paste
information between
documents, convert handwriting to text
CREATING
FORMS AND
EDITING THEM
IN WINDOWS
JOURNAL
You can create forms or edit documents from many formats (such as Word,
PowerPoint, Excel, Adobe® Acrobat) by creating a Journal Template. You
can then write on your new “form,” exchange edits with others, or write on
them during a presentation.
1. Create or open the desired document on your Tablet PC.
2. Tap Print.
3. Select the Journal Note Writer as the printer.
4. Tap Print.
5. On the Save As screen, type in a name for the document.
6. Tap Save. By default, this saves your document as a Windows Jour-
nal template (.JNT file) to My Documents/My Notes.
NOTE: Windows Journal may take a few minutes to save, but even multi-page
documents will convert to a Journal Note Writer file.
7. If Windows Journal doesn’t open your document automatically (a
option on the Save as page is checked to “View note” after printing),
then you need to open your Journal document manually.
8. Write with your pen on this document as you would any other Jour-
nal document (fill in your “form” or make your annotations).
9. Save your document with a new file name to preserve your edits.
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You can reuse and save this document as many times as you want.
HAVE STICKY
NOTES HANDY
FOR JOTTING
DOWN
INFORMATION
Sticky Notes provide a convenient way to store information like names,
phone numbers, simple maps, or other information that you would normally
put on a paper note. And since they’re electronic, you can export them to
other programs. Sticky Notes are kept in a numbered stack that you can
browse through and discard when you’re through with them.
They can also be used to record voice notes
(although you can’t drag the voice notes to
another program or the desktop).
CHANGING
SCREEN
ORIENTATION
To change the display orientation:
• From the Motion Dashboard
1. Press Hot Key #1 on the Tablet PC chassis to open the Motion
Dashboard.
2. Select the Orientation: 0o, 90o, 180o, or 270o
• From the Tablet PC chassis
1. Press Hot Key #2 on the Tablet PC chassis. Each time you press the
key, the display rotates 90o.
2. Rotate the display to the desired orientation.
• From the Tablet and Pen Settings Screen
1. Tap the Tablet and Pen Settings icon on the System Tray, located at
the bottom right of the display window. Or, go to the Control Panel
and select the Tablet and Pen Settings icon.
2. From the Tablet and Pen Settings window, select the Display tab.
3. Tap the down-arrow next to Orientation.
4. Select the desired orientation: Primary landscape, Primary portrait,
Secondary Landscape, Secondary portrait.
Hot Key 1
Hot Key 2
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CUSTOMIZING
BUTTONS
You can customize the Tablet PC buttons so they perform the functions
that you want. The default button settings of all the buttons are described
in Chapter 2 of this User Guide.
• 1-Escape button (Secondary function is programmable)
• 2-Function button (not programmable)
• 3-Five-way directional control buttons (Secondary functions of each
key are programmable)
• 4 & 5-Hot Keys 1 & 2 (Primary and Secondary functions are
programmable)
• 6-Security (Ctrl+Alt+Del) (not programmable)
To change the default button properties:
1. Double-tap the Tablet and Pen Settings
icon in the System Tray, located in the
lower right-hand corner of the display
window. Or, go to the Control Panel and
select the Tablet and Pen Settings icon.
This opens the Tablet and Pen settings
window.
2. Choose the Tablet Buttons tab.
3. Highlight the button you want to repro-
gram. The button being programmed turns
red.
4. Select Change.
5. On the Change Button Functions window,
tap the down-arrow beside Action for a selection list.
6. Select a new action from the list.
NOTE: For some actions, you only need to select the actions to change the
button property. For others, such as to launch a program, you must browse and
find the program; or, to set up a key combination, you must press a sequence of
keys. You can tap Reset to return to the button defaults.
7. Select OK. In the list of Actions, you should now see the new action
for the button you reprogrammed.
1
2
3
4
5
6
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AMBIENT LIGHT
SENSOR (ALS) The Motion Tablet PC Ambient Light Sensor (ALS), located on the front
panel, detects light in the environment. When enabled, it adjusts the display
brightness to changing light conditions. ALS maintains display viewability
and can increase battery life as the system optimizes the display backlight in
different lighting conditions, thus reducing power consumption whenever
lighting conditions allow.
NOTE: For optimal battery life benefits and viewability, we recommend that you
set the brightness slider to the mid-point or slightly above or below mid-point. If
you set the slider higher than this, you lose some of the battery-saving benefits,
while gaining minimal improvement in viewability.
SETTING
“FIXED”
DISPLAY
BRIGHTNESS:
ALS OFF
To set the display to a fixed level (ALS is off):
1. Open the Motion Dashboard.
2. Under Display, tap the radio
button beside Fixed.
3. Move the slider until the
backlight on the Tablet PC
display is at the desired level.
The system will keep the
same brightness level at all times; that is, it will not adjust the display
brightness in changing ambient lighting. This may sacrifice viewabil-
ity
NOTE: In low-light conditions, the “Fixed” brightness setting may keep the
display brighter than is needed for viewability. Keeping the brightness always at
the same level may also use more battery power than necessary.
SETTING
“DYNAMIC”
DISPLAY
BRIGHTNESS:
ALS ON
To set the display so that the system adjusts the brightness to the desired
level under changing lighting conditions while maintaining viewability
(ALS is on):
1. Open the Motion Dashboard.
2. Under Display, tap the radio button beside Dynamic.
3. Move the slider until the backlight on the Tablet PC display is at the
desired level. The system will automatically adjust the display
brightness in changing ambient lighting conditions.
NOTE: In low-light conditions, the “Dynamic” brightness setting keeps the
brightness at an optimal level for viewability. It dims the display, as appropriate,
which conserves battery power.
TURNING THE
DISPLAY
BACKLIGHT ON
AND OFF
To turn the display off:
1. Open the Motion Dashboard.
2. Tap Off.
3. To turn the display back on, wave your pen over the display or press
any key on the keyboard.
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KEEPING
TRACK OF
YOUR BATTERY
POWER
Reading Battery Power from the Tablet PC Display
To check the power level while you are on battery power, move
the pen over the Power/Battery icon, shown here, in the System
Tray at the bottom-right corner of the Tablet PC display. This
displays the number of hours of battery power and the
percentage of battery power left. (The blue area on the battery icon shrinks
as the battery runs down.)
Reading Battery Power from the Battery Gauge
Turn the Tablet PC over and press the battery gauge button. Each LED
represents about 20% of battery capacity. If all five LEDs are green, the
battery is fully charged.
Reading Battery Power from Motion Dashboard
The Motion Dashboard also has a battery power gauge that shows the
remaining battery charge.
Reading Battery Power from the Power Meter
• Right-click on the Power/Battery icon in the System Tray, located in the
lower right-hand corner of the display window (only visible if you are
running on the battery); Tap Adjust Power Properties. Select the Power
Meter tab to see the remaining power.
• From the Windows Control Panel (Classic view), double-click Power
Options. Or (Category View), double-click Performance and Mainte-
nance, Power Options.
CREATING NEW
POWER
SCHEMES FOR
SPECIAL
SITUATIONS
Creating a New Power Scheme
The Tablet PC is configured with a default power scheme called “Motion
Computing Optimized” that helps performance and battery life. You may
want to create additional power schemes for other work scenarios or for
special situations.
1. From the Motion Dashboard, open
Power Options Properties. Or, go
to the Control Panel and select
Power options (Classic view); or
(while operating on battery) right-
click the Power/Battery to display
Adjust Power Properties/Open
Power Meter.
2. Tap Adjust Power Properties to
open the Power Options Proper-
ties.
3. The window opens to the Power
Schemes tab.
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4. Change the settings to the desired power configuration.
5. Tap Save As and enter a name for the new scheme.
6. Tap Apply.
NOTE: We recommend that you create new power schemes instead of overwriting
the default (Motion Computing Optimized) so you can reactivate it later.
Setting Up Max Battery Mode for Additional Power Savings
Max Battery mode prolongs the battery’s charge.
1. Right-click on the Power/Battery icon in the System Tray,
located in the lower right-hand corner of the display win-
dow. Tap Adjust Power Properties in the menu. This
opens Power Options Properties. Or, go to the Control
Panel and select Power options.
2. Under Power Schemes, tap the down arrow to display a list of
schemes.
3. Select Max Battery as your power scheme.
4. Tap apply.
CHARGING THE
BATTERY
When you connect the Tablet PC to AC power with the battery installed, the
system automatically charges the battery until it reaches full charge.
The Battery Status LED is amber while the battery is charging and changes
to green when fully charged.
WARNING: To avoid personal injury, if the battery is overheated, wait
until it cools to room temperature before recharging or replacing it with
another battery.
To charge the battery:
1. Plug the AC power adapter into the Tablet PC, then into a wall outlet
or power strip. (Completely recharging the battery may take up to
two hours, although the battery reaches an 80% charge in much less
time.)
2. Turn the Tablet PC over to see the battery gauge on the
bottom of the Tablet PC and press the button next to the
battery gauge. If all five LEDs are green, the battery is
fully charged. Or, move the pen over the Power/Battery
icon to display battery power resources. (The blue area on the battery
icon shrinks as the battery runs down.)
SWAPPING THE
BATTERY
You can swap the battery while the system is powered on, with or without
having the Tablet PC plugged into an AC power outlet.
1. If the Tablet PC is running, save all active files.
2. Go to Start>Turn Off Computer.
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3. When the Turn Off Computer window appears, press the Shift key on
your external keyboard or tap Shift on the Tablet PC Input Panel key-
board to change the option from Stand by to Hibernate.
IMPORTANT: You can put the Tablet PC in either Stand by or Hibernate mode to
swap the battery:
• If you choose Stand by, the unit is designed to maintain your system for
up to 30 seconds while you swap the battery. However, you may have
less than 30 seconds to swap the battery because the settings and pro-
grams you have running drain power quicker than this. You should save
any data before putting the unit in Stand by to swap the battery.
• If you choose Hibernate, you have unlimited time to swap the battery.
Hibernate saves the status of the Tablet PC to your Hard Disk Drive so
you can resume operations later.
4. Tap Hibernate or Stand by. The Tablet PC displays that it is “prepar-
ing to standby or hibernate.”
5. Wait until the system shuts down. In Hibernate, all LEDs are off; in
Stand by, the Power LED flashes.
6. Push the battery release latch on the bottom of the Tablet PC to eject
the internal battery.
7. Insert the new battery until you hear the latch click, which ensures
the new battery is correctly seated.
CAUTION: To avoid damage to the Tablet PC, install only Motion
Computing batteries, which are specially designed for the Tablet PC.
DISPOSING OF
USED
BATTERIES
The Tablet PC contains a lithium ion (Li-ion) battery that should be disposed
of at a hazardous materials recycling center when it is no longer serviceable.
Do not throw it in a waste receptacle where it will be sent to a landfill.
BATTERY AND
POWER
MANAGEMENT
HINTS
• Use AC power whenever available to lengthen the battery’s usable life.
The battery will charge automatically as you run on AC power, so leave
the battery in the Tablet PC while you’re working.
• Use AC power when installing software or writing to a CD and, for best
performance, when using a DVD player.
• When using battery power, if you leave the Tablet PC unattended, place
the system in Stand by or Hibernate.
• Keep in mind that the display, processor, PC Cards, wireless cards, and
accessory drives all draw on the battery, so adjust properties and disable
unused accessories and PC Cards when operating on battery power.
• When running on battery, adjust the power mode and display brightness
to lower settings to prolong the battery life.
• Enable the Ambient Light Sensor (ALS) on the Motion Dashboard. See
the section “Saving Battery Power with the Ambient Light Sensor.”
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SAVING
BATTERY
POWER WITH
THE AMBIENT
LIGHT SENSOR
Under certain lighting conditions, when the Ambient Light Sensor is
enabled, it may automatically dim the display back light, thus saving battery
power. The power savings depends on a combination of the ALS setting (on
the brightness slider) and the ambient light in the environment.
NOTE: For optimal battery life benefits and viewability, we recommend that you
set the brightness slider to the mid-point or slightly above or below mid-point. If
you set the slider higher than this, you lose some of the battery-saving benefits,
while gaining minimal improvement in viewability.
ADDING
MEMORY TO
IMPROVE
SYSTEM
PERFORMANCE
Use only Motion memory modules obtained from Motion Computing to
upgrade the factory-installed memory.
WARNING: To avoid the risk of personal injury or damage to the
Tablet PC, when performing the following tasks, turn off your Tablet
PC, unplug the AC power connection, and remove the battery. Ground
yourself by touching a grounded conductive surface, such as a device
or appliance with a grounded, three-pronged plug. Avoid touching the
pins and leads on the memory module and the internal circuitry of the
Tablet PC.
1. After you disconnect power, unscrew the
L-shaped cover from the bottom of the
Tablet PC.
2. If you are replacing a module, release the
clips on each side of the module and lift to
remove it.
3. Align the pins on the Memory Upgrade
module with the receptors on the slot.
4. Gently push the new module into the slot at a
25-degree angle until it is firmly seated; then rotate it into place.
5. Replace the external cover and install the two screws.
INSTALLING
OPTICAL DISK
DRIVES
For information about installing your Optical Disk Drive, see the
documentation packaged with the drive.
Supported Memory Configurations
Base Memory-Slot A** Base Upgrade-Slot B** Total Memory
256MB 256MB 512MB
512MB 768MB
256MB 512MB 768MB
512MB 1GB
** PC333 DDR SODIMM
NOTE: The Motion M1400 has its base memory factory-installed in Slot A. If you
install/reinstall only a single memory module, always install it in Slot A for best
performance.
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OPTICAL DISK
DRIVE
SOFTWARE
Software for the CDROM — Does not require any special software drivers
to operate as a standard CDROM device
Software for the DVD/CDRW Combo drive — Requires CD writing
software to write onto a CDR/RW disc for CD authoring. While Microsoft
Windows XP includes CD writing features and may be sufficient for your
needs, the additional CD writing software (provided with the drive) contains
advanced features beyond those offered by Windows XP. In addition, the
DVD/MPEG software (also provided with the drive) is required to view
video DVDs.
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MIRRORING OR
EXTENDING
YOUR DISPLAY
The Tablet PC has a Dual Head Video Controller that lets you mirror the
Tablet PC display or extend it to a second monitor or external device, such
as a projector.
Connecting the External Monitor/Data Projector and Tablet PC
1. Plug the VGA monitor cable into the VGA port on the Tablet PC or
Motion FlexDock.
2. Then, connect the external monitor or data projector to a power outlet
and turn it on. Windows XP will recognize the external monitor or data
projector and search for a driver.
3. If necessary, install the driver from the CD supplied by the monitor’s
manufacturer.
Setting Up a Mirrored Desktop
Use this feature to connect an external projector for presentations.
Mirrored Desktop Example: (1) Word Documents; (2) Tablet PC; (3) External
Monitor
NOTE: The resolution and orientation of the external monitor will be the same as
the Tablet PC display.
a. Open the Motion Dashboard.
b. Select the Mirror Desktop
radio button under External
Display. This setting
automatically creates an identical
display on the external monitor.
NOTE: You can also tap the Intel(R)
Extreme Graphics icon, in the System
Tray at the bottom right of the Tablet
PC display (or found in the Windows
Control Panel), and the Extreme
Graphics pop-up menu appears.
1
2
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Setting Up an Extended Desktop
Use this feature to when you want multiple applications open on separate
monitors, for example, your email and Microsoft Word.
Extended Desktop Example: (1) Word Document; (2) Tablet PC; (3) External
Monitor; (4) Spreadsheet; (5) E-mail
a. Open the Motion Dashboard.
b. Select the Extend Desktop
radio button under External
Display. This setting
automatically extends the Tablet
PC display to the external
monitor.
NOTE: You can also tap the Intel(R)
Extreme Graphics icon in the System
Tray at the bottom right of the Tablet
PC display (or found in the Windows
Control Panel) to open the Extreme
Graphics pop-up menu
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SETTING UP A
WIRELESS
CONNECTION
Wireless network access points are available in airports, public businesses,
such as coffee shops, as well as in private companies. With the proper
hardware, you can set up a wireless access point at home. Each access point
may provide various levels of security and may require passwords and/or
fees for connection.
Although wireless access is available in public areas, your ability to use the
wireless access point depends on the following conditions:
• Distance from the access point
• Ability to connect to the access point
• Service rights to it (which may require an account fee, user name,
password, an/or network setup through an administrator)
WARNING: FAA regulations require that you disable any wireless
connection when traveling by air. If the Wireless LED on the front of the
Tablet PC is off, internal wireless communications are disabled. If you
have an external wireless device installed, such as a Bluetooth PC
Card, remove the card from the Tablet PC to insure it is not operating.
To set up a wireless connection through the
Motion Dashboard:
NOTE: The Tablet PC antenna should not be
covered by your hand when making a
wireless connection.
1. Open the Motion Dashboard and
make sure that Enable 802.11 Wire-
less Radio is checked.
2. Under Wireless Operation, tap Prop-
erties.
3. On the Wireless Network Connection
Properties screen, tap the Wireless
Networks tab.
4. From Available Networks, choose a network (an access point).
5. Tap Configure. The access point you selected should appear in the
Network name (SSID) description.
6. Tap OK.
7. Tap OK again to complete the setup of the wireless connection.
NOTE: To complete the wireless connection, you may need to enable Wired
Equivalent Privacy (WEP), Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP), or other
settings before the wireless network will connect. This may require you to add a
network name (SSID) and Network key and/or to authenticate access (by
password or other means). In a corporate wireless network, contact your System
Administrator for these settings. For a home network, follow the instructions that
come with your wireless access point. For other wireless access points that are
available through third-party service providers (such as a wireless telephone
service), contact the appropriate service provider for information.
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To set up a wireless connection through the Control Panel:
1. Open the Control Panel and tap Network Connections.
2. Make sure the Wireless Network Connection is enabled. (If it’s not,
right-click on the connection and tap Enable.)
3. Right-click Wireless Network Connection.
4. Tap View Available Wireless Networks.
5. Tap Advanced.
6. Repeat Steps 3-7 in the previous procedure.
CONFIGURING
THE
BLUETOOTH
WIRELESS
RADIO
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MICROPHONE
DESIGN AND
FUNCTIONS
The Tablet PC contains two microphones with features that help optimize
the sound capturing capabilities of your Tablet PC for voice recognition and
Voice over IP (VoIP):
• Array Processing or “beam forming” software—Removes all sound out-
side the angle of acceptance
• Noise Supression—Removes background and ambient noise
• Acoustic Echo Cancellation (AEC)—Removes echo caused by micro-
phone pick up of the system’s speaker output and prevents feedback.
Focusing and Training the Microphones
The microphones can be focused to several angles—narrow, wide, full -
room—and can be trained to detect sound from in front of or to the side of
the Tablet PC as well as in the entire room.
Narrow Focus
You may want to focus the microphones to a narrow angle in a “voice-
noisy” environment (such as in a meeting) or for dictation or Internet
telephone use (for Voice over IP—VoIP).
1. Open the Motion Dashboard.
2. Under Audio, tap Narrow
Focus. The microphone now
has a narrow “angle of accep-
tance” that focuses on a spot
near the center of the display
when the Tablet PC is in an
upright viewing position.
To train the microphones for dictation or VoIP from a different Narrow
Focus location:
1. Open the Motion Dashboard.
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2. Under Audio, tap Narrow
Focus.
3. Tap Train.
4. Position yourself at the new
location where you want the
microphone to detect the sound.
5. Speak normally towards the
Tablet PC microphones. When the microphones are focused, you
will receive a notification message.
IMPORTANT: The microphones keep the new setting until you retrain them or
until you change the microphone to a different focus. When you change to
another setting, the microphones return to the default.
Wide Focus
To configure the microphones for a single “voice-quiet” environment or one
with two or more people, such as at a conference table or around a desk:
1. Open the Motion Dashboard.
2. Under Audio, tap Wide Focus. The microphones now focus on a
wider “angle of acceptance” than the Narrow Focus.
To train the microphones for dictation from a different “Wide Focus” angle,
see “Focusing and Training the Microphones,” above.
Meeting/Conference
To configure the microphones for a meeting or conference room:
NOTE: This setting turns off the microphones’ “array processing/“beam forming”
software and disables the Training function.
1. Open the Motion Dashboard.
2. Under Audio, tap Meeting/Conference. The microphones now accept
sound from all angles equally.
SETTING UP
THE UNIVERSAL
AUDIO JACKS
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1. Tap the Universal Audio Jacks
icon in the System Tray on the
Tablet PC display. The Sigmatel
Controls menu appears.
2.
SETTING UP
SPEECH
RECOGNITION
FOR DICTATION
To set up speech recognition for dictation:
1. Tap the Tablet PC Input Panel icon on the menu bar at the
bottom of the Tablet PC display. The Tablet PC Input
Panel appears.
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2. Tap the down-arrow beside Tools to open
the selection box.
3. Tap Speech. The first time you access
this function, a Speech Recognition
Enrollment message appears suggesting
that you take 10 minutes to adjust the
microphone and train speech recognition
before continuing. Until you complete
speech training, the speech buttons are inactive.
4. Tap Next and follow the Microphone Wizard.
NOTE: Speech recognition will only correctly recognize 85%-90% of your words
as you dictate. As you use this tool, accuracy gradually improves. You can
improve this performance by running further speech training sessions. You can
open the Windows Control Panel and select Speech to perform additional
speech training.
USING SPEECH
RECOGNITION
FOR COMMANDS
After you complete Speech Recognition training, when you select Speech,
the Tablet PC Input Panel displays options for Dictation or Commands. The
display also indicates if it is Not Listening or Listening.
NOTE: For more information about using this feature, see the Windows Help and
Support Center where you can search for topics about speech recognition and
training. Also available are the speech tutorials. To find the speech tutorial,
select Start, Help and Support, Welcome to Tablet PC, Tablet PC Tutorials.
CREATING A
SCREEN-
RESOLUTION
SCHEME FOR AN
EXTERNAL
MONITOR OR
SIMILAR DEVICE
To create a special screen resolution scheme:
1. Tap the Properties button
under External Display on the
Motion Dashboard. Or, the
Intel(R) Extreme Graphics
icon in the System Tray,
located at the bottom-right
corner of the display. Then
select Graphics Options>Graphics Properties....
2. From the Intel(R) 82852/82855 GM/GME Graphics Controller Prop-
erties window, select the Schemes tab. The current Video Mode is
displayed.
3. Tap the New button on this window.
4. Type in a name for the new scheme.
5. Highlight this new scheme in the Schemes window.
6. Add or change the parameters for this scheme.
7. Tap Save.
8. To test or launch a scheme, select it from the list and tap the
Invoke button.
9. Tap OK.
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MULTIMEDIA
APPLICATIONS
Your M1400 Tablet PC supports most multimedia applications.
FINGERPRINT
READER
SECURITY
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SETTING UP
TABLET PC
SECURITY
[These sections are under review and may be deleted]
Passwords protect your Tablet PC from unauthorized access. Passwords
can create different levels of protection for your Tablet PC and its data:
•Operating system password — Secures the files on your Tablet PC
from other users
•BIOS passwords — Secures the software routines that test hardware at
startup, start the operating system, and support the transfer of data
among hardware devices; BIOS is the Basic Input/Output System
•System password — Locks access to the BIOS setup
•Boot password — Locks access to the system
•HDD (Hard Disk Drive) password — Secures your data so the Hard
Disk Drive cannot be accessed by removing it and connecting it to
another Tablet PC
Setting the Windows Operating System Password
You can set up a Windows operating system password through the Windows
Control Panel, User Accounts.
Setting the BIOS Passwords
CAUTION: We strongly recommend that you write down your password(s)
and keep it in a location that is appropriate to your work environment. If you
enter a wrong BIOS System password several times, you will be locked out
of the system. If you become locked out, you can restart the Tablet PC and retry the
password again. You can repeat restarting and retrying the password as many times
as you want. However, if you are unable to remember your password, you will not be
able to access your Tablet PC. If this happens, you call Motion Computing Technical
Support or your Motion reseller for assistance. Have your Tablet PC Serial number
available (located on the label on the back of the unit) for them to assist you.
The level of security you want on your Tablet PC helps determine what
BIOS password(s) you set. These are described in the following sections.
BIOS System Passwords
To set up a password to access the PhoenixBIOSTM Setup Utility
on the Tablet PC:
NOTE: These procedures describe using the pen to enter information; you can
also attach an external keyboard if you prefer.
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1. Start the Tablet PC.
2. When the Motion Computing Splash Screen appears,
quickly press Hot Key #2 (icon shown here). If you miss
the Splash screen, turn the Tablet PC off then back on
and try this step again.
3. From the PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility, tap Security on the menu bar.
4. To set up a System password, double-tap Enter next to Set
System Password.
5. Type in a System Password using the onscreen keyboard.
6. Tap Enter.
7. Type in the password again to confirm it.
8. Tap Enter. The system returns to the Security screen and the System
Password reads Set. A password is now required to enter the
PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility.
9. To set up a Password on boot, tap Disabled next to Password on
boot until Enabled is highlighted. You will not be prompted to type
in another password because Password on boot uses the System
password.
NOTE: You cannot set up Password on boot until you set up a
System password.
10. If you have finished setting up a password, tap Exit or press the Esc
key on the Tablet PC to exit the PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility.
11. When you exit, you’re prompted to select from the
following options:
• Exit Saving Changes
• Exit Discarding Changes
• Load Setup Defaults
•Discard Changes
• Save Changes
12. Select the desired action.
13. Confirm the selection by tapping Yes.
Hard Disk Drive (HDD) Password
To set up a password to start the Tablet PC (so no one can access the
information on the Hard Disk Drive of your Tablet PC even if it’s
removed and installed in another Tablet PC without the proxy
password):
1. Start the Tablet PC.
2. When the Motion Computing Splash Screen appears,
quickly press Hot Key #2. If you miss the Splash screen,
turn the Tablet PC off then back on and try this step
again.
3. From the PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility, tap Security on the menu bar.
4. To set the hard disk password, double-tap Enter next to Set Hard
Disk Password.
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5. Type in a New Password.
6. Tap Enter.
7. Type in the password to confirm it.
8. Tap Enter. The system returns to the Security screen and the HDD
Password is Set. (When you exit then re-enter the PhoenixBIOS
setup, the HDD Password is Locked.)
9. Repeat Steps 10-13 in the section “Bios System Passwords.”
CLEARING
TABLET PC
SECURITY
To clear the Tablet PC PhoenixBIOS security:
1. Start the Tablet PC.
2. When the Motion Computing Splash Screen appears,
quickly press Hot Key #2. If you miss the Splash screen,
turn the Tablet PC off then back on and try this step again.
3. From the PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility, tap Security on the menu bar.
If you have rebooted, you will be prompted to enter the password(s)
you’ve set up.
4. To clear the System and Password on boot passwords, double-tap
Enter next to Set System Password.
5. Type in the Current Password.
6. Leave the space blank next to Enter New Password.
7. Tap Enter.
8. Leave the space blank to Confirm New Password.
9. Tap Enter.
10. When the Security screen appears, the System Password should be
Clear and the Password on boot Disabled.
11. To clear the Hard Disk Drive password, double-tap Enter next to Set
Hard Disk Password.
12. Type in the Current Password.
13. Leave the space blank next to Enter New Password.
14. Tap Enter.
15. Leave the space blank to Confirm New Password.
16. Tap Enter.
17. When the Security screen appears, the HDD Password should be
Clear.
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CARING FOR
YOUR TABLET
PC AND ITS
ACCESSORIES
The Tablet PC display and chassis are designed to be very durable. This
section describes the proper care and maintenance that will keep them
working and in good condition for a long time.
CAUTION: Be sure to follow the guidelines listed below when caring for
your Tablet PC and its components. Improper use may damage the
Tablet PC and/or its components.
General Care
• Protect the Tablet PC from exposure to extreme temperatures, shock,
liquids, strong magnetic fields, and turbulent conditions.
• Do not open or disassemble the Tablet PC other than to replace
memory modules or to replace the battery. Always follow the
instructions included with these accessories when performing these
procedures.
WARNING: To avoid the risk of personal injury or damage to the
Tablet PC, when replacing memory modules, turn off your Tablet PC,
unplug the AC power connection, and remove the battery. Ground
yourself by touching a grounded conductive surface, such as a device
or appliance with a grounded, three-pronged plug. Avoid touching the
pins and leads on the memory and the internal circuitry of the Tablet
PC. See the section “Adding Memory” in this chapter for more
information about replacing or adding memory modules.
• When storing the Tablet PC for an extended period of time, unplug AC
power and remove the battery after discharging it partway.
• Do not place heavy objects on top of the Tablet PC.
Caring for the Display Screen
• You can clean fingerprints and most marks from the display surface by
wiping it with the soft cloth (provided). If needed, you can spray this
cloth with a window-type cleaner. Never spray or pour liquids directly
onto the display surface itself. Never use an abrasive cleaner on the
display. If liquid is spilled on the display, wipe it up immediately.
• Avoid using tissues or paper towels to clean the display surface. These
contain wood fibers that can scratch the display.
• Use only the Motion digitizer pen on the display. Do not write on the
surface with an ink pen or pencil, any pointed or other object that
could damage the display surface.
• Do not place heavy objects on the display surface.
• Protect the display surface from unnecessary contact by using the
Hardtop Cover or a portfolio when transporting the Tablet PC.
• Avoid exposing the display to direct sunlight for long periods of time.
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Caring for the Motion Digitizer Pen
• Always store the Motion digitizer pen in the Tablet PC pen holder or
in the portfolio when not in use.
• Store extra pens in your portfolio. Do not store the pen vertically on
the tip. Constant tip pressure can affect the pen-to-digitizer interaction.
• The pen contains sensitive electronics. Do not immerse it in liquids.
Replacing the Pen Tips
Normal use eventually wears down the pen tip, so the pen ships with extra
tips and a small “tip tool” for replacing them.
1. Grasp the old tip with the silver ring
of the tip replacement tool (1).
2. Pull the old tip out of the pen.
3. Insert a new tip (2).
4. Apply slight pressure to push it
into place.
CAUTION: Certain environments may contain particles or debris that
can adhere to the Tablet PC display or to the pen tip. To avoid
damaging the display, clean it frequently with the provided cleaning
cloth. Also, change pen tips regularly, especially if you drop the pen
onto a rough surface that could damage the tip or embed debris in it.
Damaged pen tips can scratch the display.
Ordering New Pens
To order additional pens, visit the Motion Computing website at
www.motioncomputing.com/accessories.
TRAVELING
WITH YOUR
TABLET PC
Here are some tips for traveling with your Tablet PC:
• Remove all accessories and cables. Remember to pack those you’ll
need while traveling and don’t forget to pack at least one Motion
digitizer pen.
• Attach the Hardtop Cover or slip the Tablet PC into a portfolio to
protect the display.
• Protect the pen by keeping it in the Tablet PC pen bay or portfolio case
during travel.
• Pack the Tablet PC securely in a briefcase or hand-carried luggage,
and keep it separate from toiletries, liquids, and food. Do not pack it in
checked luggage when you travel.
• Keep the Tablet PC stable during travel; secure it to prevent it from
sliding around in overhead bins and car trunks.
NOTE: For travel warnings, in the section “FAA Wireless Air Travel
Requirements” in this chapter.
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Traveling by Air
• Prepare for airport security by charging the battery in the event
Security asks you to start the Tablet PC.
• Have it hand-inspected or sent through the X-ray scanner, but never
carry it through the metal detector.
• Either turn off or place the Tablet PC in hibernation for takeoff
and landing.
FAA Wireless Air Travel Requirement
WARNING: The FAA requires that wireless operations be suspended
before boarding the plane. The easiest way to disable internal wireless
operations is by unchecking (disabling) all wireless devices in the
Motion Dashboard. The wireless LED on the Tablet PC front panel,
shown here, is off when wireless communications
are disabled. To disable external wireless operations, remove any
installed wireless PC Cards.
WARNING: Do not transport the lithium ion batteries used in your
Tablet PC in checked baggage. You may take up to two spare
batteries in carry-on luggage in addition to the one in your Tablet PC.
Transporting batteries in checked baggage or transporting more than
two spare batteries is a violation of transportation regulations.
Other Travel Hints
• Before extended use in the field or long trips away from AC power,
adjust the Power properties to maximize battery conservation. Right-
click the Power/Battery icon in the System Tray, located in the lower
right-hand corner of the display window, to open the Power Options
Properties dialog box. Then adjust the options. For more information,
see the section “Changing the Default Power Scheme” in this chapter.
Or see the Performance and Maintenance section of the Help and
Support Center for details about power settings.
• For international travel, obtain and use the appropriate adapters for
your destination’s electrical outlets. A current converter is not
necessary.
• You may want to carry proof of ownership or a merchandise passport
when traveling internationally.
• Consult your insurance company and credit card company to learn
about emergency travel assistance in the event your Tablet PC
becomes lost or disabled.
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BLUETOOTH
WIRELESS
RADIO SET
UP
The Bluetooth wireless radio built into your Tablet PC provides short-range
(33 feet or 10 meters) wireless communications between your Tablet PC and
these devices:
• Input-Output (keyboards, mice, printers)
• A second Tablet PC (remote data and file transfers)
• Headsets (for telephone calls or voice recognition)
• Dial-up networking, faxing, and serial ports
• Personal Information Manager (PIM) synchronization and item transfer
The next sections contain general information for setting up a Bluetooth
device. For information about a particular Bluetooth device, be sure to read
the manufacturer’s documentation or visit their website.
Enable Bluetooth Wireless on the Tablet PC
1. Open the Motion Dashboard.
2. Tap Enable Internal Bluetooth
Wireless Radio. The Bluetooth
icon in the System Tray turns
white.
Set Up a Device (Bluetooth Mouse)
1. Install any software that came with the device.
2. Check that the wireless device you are configuring has properly-
installed new or fully-charged batteries.
3. Place the device in “Discoverable mode,” which allows the Tablet
PC’s internal Bluetooth card to “find” the device. This information
can be found in the device’s documentation.
NOTES ABOUT DEVICE DISCOVERY: Some devices require that you press a
button on the device or keyboard keys to put them in the “discoverable” mode.
For example, the mouse in this example requires pressing the “Connect
Channel” button on the bottom of the mouse; while the Motion Bluetooth
keyboard requires pressing Ctrl+Alt+R on the keyboard then the On/Off button.
(This procedure is described in the documentation
that comes with the Motion Bluetooth Keyboard.)
4. Start the Bluetooth device interface by dou-
ble-tapping the “My Bluetooth Places” icon in the System
Tray, on the desktop, or in the Windows Control Panel. The
My Bluetooth Places/Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood win-
dow opens and displays all “discoverable” devices within range. In
an office, this may include PCs, telephones, mice, and keyboards that
belong to other workers.
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5. Under Bluetooth Tasks, tap the Bluetooth Setup
Wizard.
6. When the Welcome to Bluetooth Setup
Wizard appears, tap the radio button
beside the appropriate option. In this
example, tap “I know the service I want
to use and I want to find a Bluetooth
device that provides that service.”
7. Tap Next.
8. When the Bluetooth Service Selection
window appears, scroll through the list
and select a service. In this example, tap
Human Interface Device (HID) to set up
a wireless mouse.
9. Tap Next. After a few moments, when the
Tablet PC discovers the Bluetooth device
(the mouse), the Device Selection win-
dow appears and displays the Bluetooth
mouse.
10.(Skip this step if discovery
was successful) If the fol-
lowing message appears,
the Bluetooth device has
not been found. Select
Search Again.
IMPORTANT—STEPS TO TAKE IF THE DEVICE IS NOT DISCOVERED:
Device discovery may take several attempts. If the Tablet PC fails to detect the
Bluetooth device after what you consider are a reasonable number of attempts,
try the following:
• If the Bluetooth icon in the system tray is red, open the Motion Dashboard and
check the Enable Internal Bluetooth Wireless Radio button.
• Make sure the batteries in the Bluetooth device are new or fully charged and
are installed correctly.
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• Be sure the device is in discoverable mode. Read the instructions that came
with the device or visit the device manufacturer’s website for information and
for other troubleshooting tips. Perform the steps that put the device in
discoverable mode.
• Check to see if other Bluetooth devices are in range and can be discovered by
tapping My Bluetooth Places>Bluetooth Tasks>Search for devices in range. If
other devices are discovered, a problem may exist with the Bluetooth device
you’re trying to install.
If the Bluetooth card in the Tablet PC still fails to detect the Bluetooth device,
contact the device manufacturer or visit their website for assistance.
11.When the device is discovered (see Step
9), highlight the device and tap Next.
12.When the Bluetooth Setup Wizard Com-
pletion Page appears, tap Finish. Windows
now installs software for the device.
13.Check to see if the device (Microsoft
Mouse) has green arrows beside it in the Entire
Bluetooth Neighborhood window, which indi-
cates it is working.
Pairing a Device (Bluetooth Keyboard)
In addition to discovery, the installation of many Bluetooth devices requires
the pairing of the external device (such as a keyboard) with the Tablet PC.
Pairing lets you avoid entering access information each time you connect to
the device. Paired devices share a unique “Link Key,” which they exchange
each time they connect. Once paired, devices remain paired, even if they are
out of range or not working, until you unpair them (see “Unpairing
Devices”).
The following steps describe how to pair a Bluetooth keyboard, but are
similar for other Bluetooth devices.
1. Repeat Steps 1-11 above for this device (Bluetooth keyboard).
2. Highlight the device in the Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood window.
(In this example, a BT keyboard.)
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3. Right click on the
device and tap Pair
Device from the pop-
up menu or tap Estab-
lish Pairing in the
Bluetooth Tasks window.
4. One of two “Pin Code” windows may appear: Bluetooth Security Set
Up and Bluetooth PIN Code Request windows. Both prompt you to
enter a Pin Code for pairing the device.
3. After you successfully enter the pin code, tap
Finish. The Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood
These windows differ in how you enter the pin code and
how much time you have to enter it:
BT Pairing Security
Setup window
1. Tap Initiate Pairing.
2. Type in the Pin Code from the
keyboard.
3. Press Enter.
When this window appears, you have
over 1 minute to type in the Pin Code.
Bluetooth PIN
Code Request
window
1. Type in the Pin Code from the
keyboard.
2. Press Enter.
When this window appears, you have a
short time (a few seconds) to type in the
Pin Code. You may need several
attempts before you can do this within the
time-out period.
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window appears. In this example, the device (keyboard) is now
working, as indicated by the green arrows.
Unpairing a Device (Bluetooth Keyboard)
Once paired, devices remain paired, even if they are out of range or not
working, until you unpair them (see “Unpairing Devices”).
1. Highlight the device in the Entire Bluetooth Neigh-
borhood window.
2. Right click on the device and tap Unpair Device from
the pop-up menu or tap Delete Pairing in the Blue-
tooth Tasks window. The device will disappear from the Entire Blue-
tooth Neighborhood window.
BLUETOOTH
OPERATING
TIPS
Simultaneous 802.11 and Bluetooth Wireless File Transfers
You may find that if you simultaneously transfer files using 802.11 and
Bluetooth wireless that the files will transfer very slowly or not transfer at
all. This is due to interference between the wireless signals that affects both
the 802.11 and the Bluetooth transfer.
For example, simultaneously transferring files (data, photos, etc.) from a
wireless network to another Tablet PC or to a cell phone uses both 802.11
(from the network) and Bluetooth (between the Tablet PC and the
telephone). This may happen inadvertently if you are transferring files over
Bluetooth while trying to access email and download a file.
The best way to avoid this is to transfer the files in two separate operations
(first using 802.11 and then using Bluetooth). You may also want to move
the Bluetooth-sending devices closer together (a few feet; the maximum
operating range is 33 feet).
Bluetooth Connection Tips
• Once a device has been paired, it will continue to appear in My Blue-
tooth Places, even it is not turned on or is out of connection range.
• Once a device has been paired, it remains paired and doesn’t have to be
paired again.
• If, when you start the Tablet PC and open My Bluetooth Places, the
device you have paired does not appear the Entire Bluetooth Neighbor-
hood window, try moving the device (mouse), tapping a key (on the key-
board), or pressing the button or key sequence to make it discoverable.
• If the device appears in the Entire Bluetooth Neighborhood window but
is not connected (connection is shown by ), right-click on it and tap
Connect>Yes.
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SETTING UP
THE
FINGERPRINT
READER
About OmniPass Master Passwords
The fingerprint reader built into your Motion Tablet PC lets you use your
fingerprint as a “master password” for logging onto your Tablet PC,
accessing e-mail, e-banking, paying bills online, or accessing network
resources. For additional information not found in this User Guide, see the
OmniPass Help .
About Passwords
When you start your Tablet PC the first time and initialize Microsoft
Windows XP, you are prompted for an Administrator password. You can
enter any of the following:
• An Administrator password obtained from your network administrator
• An Administrator password of your own choosing
• No password; leave entry blank and go to the next step
IMPORTANT: For more information about initializing Windows XP, see the
section “Windows Initialization Procedure” in this chapter. If you do not set up a
password during Windows XP initialization, you must set one up later to use the
fingerprint reader.
Setting Up a Windows Password
NOTE: You may want to contact your System Administrator to see if you already
have a Windows password set up on your system.
When your Tablet PC starts the first time, you will see an OmniPass login. If
you want to use the fingerprint reader and do not already have a Windows
password, you must set one up. This is not difficult if you follow these steps:
1. (Optional) Tap Cancel to close the OmniPass dialog.
2. Tap start>Control Panel>User Accounts>Add.
3. Type in a user name and domain (if required; ask your System
Administrator) in the space provided.
4. Tap Next.
5. Select the Administrator access level.
6. Tap Next. Windows creates a new user account.
7. Tap Add Password and assign a user password to this account.
8. Write down your password in a safe location that is suitable for your
work environment.
Enrolling Your Password with OmniPass
1. After you set up a user
account, tap the OmniPass
key icon in the System Tray
to open the OmniPass Enrollment Wizard.
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Or tap start>All
Programs>Softex>OmniPass
Enrollment Wizard.
2. Tap Enroll.
3. Type in the user name, domain, and
password you want to use for this
OmniPass account. (Some of this
information may be automatically
entered. If it is, make sure this is the
account you want to enroll in
OmniPass.) Typing in the password
ensures that you are the person autho-
rized on this user account.
4. Tap Next. The Enroll Authentication
Device window appears.
5. Highlight the AuthenTec Fingerprint
Driver to select it.
6. Tap Next.
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Enrolling a Fingerprint for OmniPass
7. When the Choose Finger win-
dow appears, tap the dotted area
above the finger you want to
enroll. A red arrow appears
above the selected finger, which
means this finger is the one you
are enrolling.
Capturing Your Fingerprint
8. Tap Next.
9. When the Capture Fingerprint window
appears, position your finger over the
swipe sensor and gently pull down.
When a capture is successful, a green
fingerprint appears in the capture area.
If the capture is unsuccessful, a red
fingerprint appears; try again.
IMPORTANT: When you swipe your finger,
be sure it touches both the gold-colored
finger drive ring (1) and sensor surface (2).
Use enough pressure to fully contact these
surfaces.
10.Repeat the procedure as many times as prompted.
NOTE: If the fingerprint capture times out, tap
Back. This restarts the enrollment process.
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11.After OmniPass successfully cap-
tures your fingerprint, the Verify
Fingerprint window appears indi-
cating that the verification was
successful. Your fingerprint
appears in green in the display
space. Tap Next.
12.You are prompted to enroll a sec-
ond fingerprint. Tap Yes.
13.Repeat Steps 7-11 to enroll a sec-
ond fingerprint.
NOTE: We recommend that you enroll a second fingerprint. An injury could
prevent a successful scan of the first.
Setting Fingerprint Options
14.When you finish fingerprint
enrollment, the Set Authentication
Rules windows appears.Select how
you want to authenticate this user
or wait and select these options
later after you have used the fingerprint scanner a while. These
options are accessed by starting OmniPass (tap the OmniPass key
icon in the System Tray) and tapping the User Settings tab.
The options are described below.
For more information about these options, see the OmniPass Help.
Windows and OmniPass Logon Requires authentication for the
Windows Logon, OmniPass Logon,
unlocking the Tablet PC, resuming
from Stand by or Hibernate, and
unlocking a password-enabled
screensaver.
CAUTION: If you make the authentication device required for a given
function and the authentication device is not working, you will no
longer be able to access that function.
Application and Website Password
Replacement OmniPass remembers passwords for
remembered sites, application logins
or any password-protected resource
that displays password prompt.
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15.Tap Next. When the Audio and Taskbar Settings windows appears,
select how you want OmniPass to notify you of OmniPass events or
wait and select these options later after you have used the fingerprint
scanner a while.
16.Tap Next. The Congratulations window appears.
17.Tap Done.
18.A message appears asking if you want to log on a new user. Tap No.
This completes the OmniPass enrollment.
Logging into Windows
After you enroll your
fingerprint in OmniPass, each
time you start your Tablet PC,
the Login User Authentication/
fingerprint capture window
appears next to the Windows
log on.
1. Tap the fingerprint icon
(1) to open the capture window (2).
2. Swipe your “enrolled” finger on the fingerprint scanner.
File and Folder Encryption and
Decryption Results in OmniPass prompting you
for authentication when you try to
access the file. Some files and folder
used by Windows and other programs
cannot be encrypted by OmniPass.
CAUTION: If you will be using OmniPass to encrypt and decrypt files,
be sure to backup your user profile. If your system is corrupted, this
backup will be required to access your encrypted files. To back up your
profile: 1) Open the OmniPass control panel from the OmniPass key;2)
tap the User Management tab; 3) under Manage Users, tap Import/
Export User; 4) tap Exports an OmniPass user profile; the Export User
Authentication window appears. 5) Swipe your fingerprint on the
sensor.
User Management Functions Adds/Removes Users and Imports/
Exports Users.
CAUTION: Removing a user will automatically destroy all OmniPss
data associated with that user. All identities and remembered
credentials associated with the user will be lost. Any remaining files
encrypted by the user will be impossible to decrypt. If you are sure
about removing the user: 1) Decrypt all OmniPss encrypted files
before removing the user; 2) Export (back up) this user’s profile in
case you need it later.
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NOTE: You can also log on by typing your password in the space provided.
Select the OmniPass key icon to expand the Authentication Toolbar, then type in
the appropriate information.
If OmniPass fails to detect your fingerprint, (1) tap the fingerprint icon to close
the fingerprint window; and (2) tap it again to reopen the fingerprint window.
Then swipe your finger again.
Windows Locations Where the Login User
Authentication Appears
• If you use Ctrl+Alt+Del to logon (or if you press the Security button on
your Tablet PC, which performs the same function).
• If your Windows screen saver is password protected.
• For your OmniPass logon.
• When docking your Tablet PC in the FlexDock.
• When resuming from Stand by or Hibernate
IMPORTANT: You can log on at any time by typing your user name and
password in the space provided in the Login User Authentication
window. Select the OmniPass key icon to expand the Authentication
Toolbar, then type in the appropriate information.
Replacing Login Passwords on Other Accounts
OmniPass lets you replace the password logins at websites, such as your
bank, or anywhere you are prompted to provide your credentials, such as
Internet email, ftp logins, client logins, or any restricted access network
resource. Once you have “taught” OmniPass your login credentials, you can
access any of these restricted areas with your “master password” or with
your fingerprint.
1. Go to a site that requires a log in (username and password), but do
not login yet.
2. At the site login prompt, enter your username and password in the
fields provided, but do tap Enter to access the site. (Do not tap Enter,
Submit, OK, or Login.)
3. Right-click the OmniPass icon in
the System Tray at the bottom of
the Tablet PC display.
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4. Tap Remember Password. The Windows
arrow cursor will change to the OmniPass
“golden key” cursor.
5. Tap this OmniPass cursor in the login prompt
area, but do not tap “Login” or “Submit.”
6. Enter a “Friendly Name” for
this site, that is, something
that reminds you of the
website. OmniPass associ-
ates this name with this
website.
7. Check the appropriate
checkbox(es) under “Settings for this Password Site” that sets
OmniPass authentication to this site:
8. If needed, swipe your fingerprint or enter your master password to
authenticate these settings.
9. Tap OK, Submit, or Login to access the site.
10.Tap Finish to complete the “Remember Password” procedure. The
site location, the credentials to access the site, nd the OmniPass
authentication settings for the site re now stored in the OmniPss
secure database.
Logging Onto a Remembered Site
When you return to a “Remembered Site,” depending on the settings for the
site (described in Step 7, above), you may be prompted for a fingerprint/
master password authentication.
Access Authentication is similar to the Login User Authentication and you
login the same way. For more information, see the section “Logging into
Windows” in this chapter.
(Default) Automatically click the OK or
Submit button for this password... Prompts you for your master password
or fingerprint scan
Automatically enter this password
protected site when it is activated Bypasses authentication and have
instant access to the site
NOTE: This setting lets you instantly access a site. However, if you leave your
system unattended and unlocked, anyone can access your password-protected
sites and gain automatic access.
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Switching Users
If your Tablet PC is locked and a different user logs in with a fingerprint,
OmniPass logs out the first user and logs in the second user.
To manually switch users:
1. Right-click the OmniPass icon in the sys-
tem tray at the bottom of the Tablet PC dis-
play.
2. Tap Switch User Identity.
3. When the Switch Iden-
tity window appears, tap
the down arrow beside
Identity.
4. Select a new user iden-
tity from the drop-down
list.
Other OmniPass Features
OmniPass offers these additional features:
• Manage passwords through Vault Management
• Import and export existing passwords
• Use the integrated file encryption and encrypted-file-sharing
For information about these and other OmniPass features, see the OmniPass
Help.
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Troubleshooting and Support
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Appendix
A
Troubleshooting and Support
All Motion Computing Tablet PCs have passed a rigorous series of
performance and quality-control tests, but now and then a problem may
occur. If you don’t see a solution among the following system and software
issues, check the Support Options listed at the end of this chapter or go to
our website at www.motioncomputing.com/support.
SOLUTIONS
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
POWER
The Tablet PC won’t start when I
slide the Power switch. The Power switch hasn’t been
fully engaged. Slide and hold the Power switch
for at least a half-second, but no
more than three seconds.
Fully discharged battery or no
battery and no AC power. Connect the AC adapter to
operate the Tablet PC and charge
the battery.
The Tablet PC won’t shut down. An application has locked up the
Tablet PC. Press the Security button to start
Windows Task Manager and close
the application.
Slide and hold the Power switch
for at least 5 seconds to force a
shutdown of the Tablet PC.
The Tablet PC won’t enter
Hibernation mode. Hibernation isn’t enabled. Enable Hibernation through Power
Option Properties.
The Tablet PC won’t come out of
Hibernation mode when running
on battery power.
Fully discharged battery and no
AC power. Connect the AC adapter to
provide power to the Tablet PC
and charge the battery.
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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
POWER (CONTINUED)
The display goes black while the
Tablet PC is still turned on. The Tablet PC system has gone
into Stand By after sitting idle for a
period of time. (In this state, the
power LED flashes green.)
Slide the Power switch for about a
second to resume operations.
System has gone into low-battery
Hibernation. (In this state, the
power LED is off.)
1, Slide the Power switch for
about a second to resume
operations. 2. Connect the AC
adapter to the Tablet PC to charge
the battery.
BATTERY
Data loss during battery swap. The unit is designed to maintain
the data and settings for up to 30
seconds in Stand By while you
swap the battery. This time may
vary due to your system and the
programs you’re running.
When you swap the battery with
the unit in Stand By, be sure to
save your data before removing
the battery to avoid data loss.
The battery seems to run down
very quickly (lasting less than
three hours after a full charge).
Accessory devices such as a DVD
player and applications that make
heavy use of the hard drive drain
the battery more quickly.
Use AC power when possible and/
or turn off the accessory devices.
The battery is weakening or
defective. All batteries weaken in time, but if
a new battery is needed, contact
your reseller or Motion Computing
about replacing it.
DISPLAY
The desktop is too big for the
display – I can’t see all of the
desktop icons.
Screen resolution is set higher
than the default 1024 x 768 with
32-bit resolution.
Decrease the screen resolution by
opening the Motion Dashboard,
selecting Graphics Properties,
then the Schemes tab.
When I disconnected a second
monitor from the Tablet PC, the
image became too big for the
Tablet PC display.
The Tablet PC has attempted to
spread the image of a window or
desktop beyond the screen area
of the active monitor.
1. Tap the Properties button on the
Motion Dashboard.
2. Tap Graphics Options, then
Graphics Properties... to open the
Properties screen.
3. Select Notebook to make the
Tablet PC the primary display.
The display looks dim. Brightness is set too low. Adjust brightness from the Motion
Dashboard.
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The screen is unreadable or
distorted. Screen resolution and/or color
quality are set incorrectly. Reset resolution to 1024 x 768
and color quality to 32-bit by
opening the Motion Dashboard,
Graphics Properties, then the
Schemes tab.
Display driver has become
corrupted or uninstalled. 1. Open the Windows Control
Panel, select Performance and
Maintenance (Category View).
or System (Classic View).
2. Select the Hardware tab.
3. Select Device Manager.
4. Open Display adapters.
5. Double-tap on an adapter.
6. Select the Driver tab.
7. Choose Update Driver... and
follow the Installation Wizard.
PEN
The Tablet PC digitizer screen
doesn’t respond to the plastic
stylus I use on my PDA.
You’re using the wrong input
device. Only the Motion Digitizer Pen lets
you write on the Tablet PC
display. The Tablet PC doesn’t
respond to other tablet pens or to
a plastic stylus.
I have the Tablet PC Input Panel
open, but a few seconds after I
write, my writing disappears.
You don’t have an application or
word processing program open to
which the Input Panel can send
the ink message.
Either open the Text Preview
window from the Tools menu on
the Input Panel or open a word
processing program, such as
Microsoft Word, Notepad, or
Wordpad.
The Motion Digitizer Pen tip
doesn’t line up with the arrow-
cursor when I tap on the screen.
The pen and display need
recalibrating. Double-tap the Tablet and Pen
Settings icon and select the Pen
Settings tab. Or select Calibrate
on the Motion Dashboard.
I sometimes unintentionally click
the Pen function button while I’m
writing with the Pen.
You’re pressing the Pen button
with your thumb or finger when
you write or gripping the Pen too
tightly and accidentally pressing
the Pen button. This enables the
right-click function of the Pen.
Try these hints:
• Readjust how you hold the Pen.
Place your fingers on either side
of the Pen function button when
you write.
• Practice using the Pen function
button with both your index fin-
ger and thumb to see which
you prefer.
• Relax your grip. Only a light
touch is needed to write with
the Pen.
• Deactivate the Pen right-click
function through Tablet and Pen
Settings. Instead, press and
hold the Pen to the display sur-
face to right-click.
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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
PEN (CONTINUED)
The Pen button doesn’t work. I
can’t get it to right-click. The right-click option for the Pen
button may be deactivated. Re-activate the right-click option:
Double-click the Tablet and Pen
Settings icon, select Pen Options,
and reselect Use pen button to
right-click. Select Apply>OK.
You may not be correctly timing
clicking the Pen button and
tapping the Pen on the display.
To right-click, hold the Pen button
down and then firmly tap on the
display.
The buttons on the Tablet PC
don’t do what I expect them to do. Button functions have been
changed. Double-tap the Tablet and Pen
Settings icon, then Tablet Buttons.
You can reset the buttons to the
defaults. NOTE: Button functions
are associated with the orientation
in which they’re programmed.
INTERFACE/PORTS
The system doesn’t recognize the
PC card I’ve inserted. The card is incorrectly inserted. Eject the card and re-insert it with
the label side up.
The device is not supported. Check Windows XP compatibility.
The system doesn’t recognize a
USB or IEEE 1394 device. Windows XP may take a short
time to recognize the device. Wait until Windows XP recognizes
the device.
The accessory isn’t connected to
the Tablet PC correctly. Check the connection cable and
be sure it is inserted into the
correct port on the Tablet PC and
the accessory device.
The correct driver isn’t built into
Windows XP. Use the device’s installation CD or
check the manufacturer’s website
for the correct driver.
The Tablet PC is sitting in the
Motion FlexDock, but the system
doesn’t recognize any accessory
devices, such as the external
monitor or CDROM.
The Tablet PC isn’t fully seated in
the Motion FlexDock. Reseat the Tablet PC in the
Motion FlexDock.
AUDIO
The built-in microphone doesn’t
seem to hear my voice correctly. The built-in microphone is not
intended for dictation. For speech recognition, attach a
headset microphone. A DSP
headset provides good results.
No sound is coming from the built-
in speakers. Connecting a headset or external
speakers mutes the built-in
speakers.
Disconnect the headset or
external speakers if not in use.
No sound is coming from any
speakers. Audio volume is too low or has
been muted. Open the Motion Dashboard and
adjust the speaker volume by
sliding the volume slider or
uncheck the Mute button.
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PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION
OPERATING SYSTEM
I’ve forgotten my BIOS password
and can’t access my system. The Tablet PC will let you enter a
several passwords incorrectly
before it locks the system.
Turn the Tablet PC off and back on
and try re-entering your password
(you can do this as many times as
needed). If you have forgotten
your password, contact your
Motion Computing reseller or
Motion Computing Technical
Support for information about
unlocking your system.
The program I’m working in has
stopped responding, but the
cursor moves and other programs
work.
The program has crashed. Press the Security button (small
button with a key icon) on the
Tablet PC front panel to open the
Task Manager and end the non-
responsive program.
The system keeps showing the
wrong date and time even after I
reset it.
Wrong time zone is selected. Check that the time zone is
correct and reset it as needed.
The system memory battery on
the mainboard may need to be
replaced.
Contact your Motion Computing
Reseller or Motion Computing
Support at
www.motioncomputing.com/
support
The system seems to be operating
more slowly than usual. The hard disk drive is full or nearly
full. Run the Disk Cleanup utility to
clear out unnecessary and
temporary files. Remove
unneeded programs and files.
The disk needs defragmenting. Run Disk Defragmenter to
consolidate files and folders on
the hard drive. Consult the
“Performance and Maintenance”
section of the Help and Support
Center.
COMMUNICATIONS
The wireless communication
keeps connecting even when I
don’t want it to.
The default setting is On. Uncheck the Wireless
Communications checkbox in the
Motion Dashboard.
Data doesn’t transfer through the
wired Ethernet cable. The Ethernet cable is not
connected correctly. Reconnect and check the activity
LEDs next to the LAN (RJ-45)
port. They should flash green and
amber.
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FAQS How long will the battery stay charged?
This can vary according how you’re using the Tablet PC, but a new, fully
charged standard Motion 6-cell battery can last 3-4 hours.
Can I make the battery charge last longer?
• Change to the Max Battery power scheme (right-click on the Power/
Battery icon in the System Tray—located in the lower-right corner of
the display window—and tap Adjust Power Properties; under Power
schemes, tap Max Battery). The Tablet PC comes with Motion
Computing Optimized as the default power scheme.
• Dim the display brightness by opening the Motion Dashboard and
moving the Display Brightness slider. (You can also double-tap on the
Tablet and Pen Settings icon in the System Tray and choose the
Display tab to get this brightness slider.)
• Disconnect LAN/modem connections and disable wireless
communications when not in use (uncheck the Wireless checkboxes in
the Motion Dashboard).
• Turn off optional and unnecessary background programs and turn off
or unplug accessory equipment from the USB and IEEE 1394 ports.
What does the Tablet PC need for use in another country?
Just an outlet adapter, which you can find in airports and travel stores.
The AC adapter will adjust automatically to different voltages when
plugged into the correct location-appropriate power adapter.
What’s the best way to clean the display screen?
To clean the display screen, wipe it with a soft cloth (like the one
supplied) onto which you have sprayed a window-type cleaner. Do not
spray cleaners, spray/pour any liquid, nor wipe any abrasive cleaner on
the screen nor any surface of the Tablet PC. Do not use tissues or paper
towels to clean the screen. They contain wood fibers and may scratch the
surface.
Will scratches affect the display/digitizer’s performance?
Testing has not found appreciable loss of performance on a scratched
display.
How sensitive is the screen to sunlight and the elements?
As with any computer or electronic device, the Tablet PC should be
protected from liquids, dirt and sand, other contaminants, sunlight, and
extreme heat.
Will the Tablet PC work with any monitor or USB accessory keyboard, mouse,
disk drive, etc?
As long as the device’s driver is available either in the Windows XP
operating system or from the manufacturer and it carries the Windows
XP logo or certification, it should work with your Tablet PC. For more
information, see www.microsoft.com/help.
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Why doesn’t the Tablet PC or FlexDock have parallel, serial, or
PS2 (mouse) ports?
Microsoft Tablet PC certification requires the system to be completely
Grab-and-Go—that is, to be able to dock with and undock from all
accessories without putting the system into suspend or shutting it down.
Connection through legacy ports (serial, parallel, PS2) often requires
suspending or restarting the system, which prevents you from moving
between desktop mode and mobile mode seamlessly in one docking/
undocking step. You can purchase a USB-to-serial or USB-to-parallel
adapter from Motion Computing or a Motion Computing reseller.
How do I adjust the Tablet for left-handed use?
Double-tap on the Tablet and Pen Settings icon in the System Tray,
located in the lower-right corner of the display window, which opens the
Settings window. You can change handedness as well as the location of
the menus. Then, recalibrate the Pen.
MOTION
WARRANTIES
Standard, and Extended Warranty and Insurance Programs
Motion Computing currently provides limited warranties on Motion
products and accessories. See the Warranty packaged with your Motion
product or accessory or visit our website at www.motioncomputing.com.
In addition, Motion Computing offers extended warranties along with
various screen and configuration insurance programs. Visit our website
at www.motioncomputing.com/support.
MOTION
COMPUTING
SUPPORT
OPTIONS
Motion Computing Support
If you need assistance or answers to frequently asked questions about
your Motion Tablet PC, visit www.motioncomputing.com/support. We
also offer a Knowledge Base of additional information that may help
with your problem.
Returning the Motion Tablet PC for Repairs
To request service for your Motion Computing Tablet PC, contact
Motion Computing Technical Support at www.motioncomputing.com/
support.
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RMA Process (Warranty Service)
To request warranty service, contact Motion Technical Support at
www.motioncomputing.com. Under Support you will find instructions
for warranty service.
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B
Motion Tablet PC Specifications
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Appendix
B
Motion Tablet PC Specifications
Motion M1400 Tablet PC
CPU Intel Pentium Processor, Ultra Low Voltage (ULV)
Chipset Intel 855GME with up to 64MB of allocated to video RAM
System Memory 256MB base RAM (maximum 2GB); two PC2100 DDR SODIMM slots
System Storage (Hard Disk Drive) 20GB (standard), upgradeable
I/O Audio: two universal jacks
Ports: two USB 2.0 ports; one IEEE 1394; one RJ-11; one RJ-45; one VGA monitor; one
docking connector
Front Panel Buttons Button 1: Primary function=Esc; secondary function=Alt+Tab (programmable)
Button 2: Function (non-programmable)
Button 3: Five-way directional control (programmable)
Button 4: Primary function=Dashboard (programmable); secondary function=Journal
(programmable)
Button 5: Primary function=Rotate display; secondary function=Input Panel
(programmable)
Button 6: Security (Ctrl+Alt+Del) (non-programmable)
PC Card Controller TI PCI410 cardbus
PCMCIA card slot Single Type-II PCMCIA cardbus slot
PC Audio Two built-in speakers and two built-in microphones; SigmaTel 9758 audio codec
Displays 12.1” XGA TFT LCD (1024 x 768); Intel Backlight Image Adaptability (IBIA). (Optional)
View Anywhere Display featuring reduced reflection and glare and a better viewing
angle.
Ambient Light Sensor Measures environmental light for automatic backlight adjustment
Graphics Intel 855GM integrated graphics with UMA rotational support.
Rotation: 0o, 90o, 180o, 270o
External Monitor Resolution Support: 1800 x 1440 (maximum)
Communications
Ethernet LAN 10/100: Realtek RTL8100BL LAN on motherboard
Modem PCTEL MDC V.92 56.6Kbps/14.4Kbps transceiver fax
Wireless 802.11/WiFi; Bluetooth Wireless Radio
Input Device Active digitizer pen (no battery required) with function button
Security Built-in fingerprint reader
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Docking Motion FlexDock docking station. Features include: microphone-in; headphone-out; DC
power in; three 2.0 USB ports; IEEE1394 connector; RJ-45 connector; VGA connector
(for external monitor); docking connector to the Tablet PC; cut-out that allows access to
the RJ-11 (modem) connector on the Tablet PC
Battery/Power Management
Battery Type Six prismatic Lithium-Ion cells; Smbus control; 40Whr capacity (optional lightweight 3-cell
Lithium-Ion battery, purchased separately)
Battery Life Six-cell battery: Maximum 3-4 hours
Battery Charging Time Approximate charging time of 2 hours (Tablet PC on); 1.2 hours (Tablet PC off)
Battery Charger (optional accessory) Motion Multi-Unit Battery Charger: Nominal Input Voltage=19VDC; nominal output
voltage=12.5V; operating ambient temperature: 0oC to + 40oC (+32 F to +104oF);
storage temperature: -2oC to +70o C (-4oF to +158oF)
AC Power Adapter 50W universal, 2-pin jack, 90~264V AC, 47-63Hz
LED System Status Indicators Power/Stand By; Battery Status; Hard Drive Access; Wireless Activity
Software (standard) Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition; Adobe Acrobat; Motion Computing Dashboard;
customer support tools; online documentation; drivers
BIOS Flash BIOS ROM; password protection for the system and Hard Disk Drive; ACPI 1.1
compliant; Pen/Button based setup utility
Environment Operating Temperature: +5oC to +35oC (+41F to +95oF)
Storage Temperature: -20oC to +60oC (+4F to +140oF)
Humidity: 10% to 90% without condensation
Operating Altitude: 0 to 10,000 feet
Storage Altitude: 0 to 40,000 feet
Physical Characteristics
Size 296.0mm x 240.0mm x 22.0mm (11.7” x 9.4” x 0.90”)
Carrying Weight <3.0 lb (1.36KG) (in selected configurations)
Optional Accessories* Motion FlexDock; Motion Desktop Stand; Motion Slip Case; Motion Hardtop Cover;
Motion Portfolio; Motion Executive Portfolio; Clamshell Portfolio; Motion Mobile Keyboard
with Touch Pad; Motion Hardtop Keyboard; Motion Rubber Edge Protector; Motion
Optical Disk Drives; Motion 3-cell Battery; Motion 6-cell Battery; 256MB and 512MB
memory upgrades; Bluetooth PC card; Motion 40GB and 60GB hard drive upgrades.
*New accessories may be added from time to time. For a list of the currently available
accessories, see the Motion website at www.motioncomputing.com/accessories.
Service/Support
Motion Computing Support Contact your Motion Computing reseller or go to the Motion Computing support website
at www.motioncomputing.com/support.
Agency Certifications
Emissions FCC 15, Class B
EN55022 (CISPR22) Class B
ICES-003 Class B
ETS 300 328
ETS 300 826
IC RSS 210
Immunity EN55024
Safety UL and CUL, UL1950
CSA C22.2
EN60950
Telecom FCC Part 68
IC CS03
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Wireless Mini-PCI Installation
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Appendix
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Wireless Mini-PCI Installation
WIRELESS
MINI-PCI
INSTALLATION
To install the wireless mini-PCI card (WMIB 100GS) in your Tablet PC,
follow these steps:
WARNING: To avoid the risk of personal injury or damage to the Tablet PC,
when performing the following tasks, turn off your Tablet PC, unplug the AC
power connection, and remove the battery. Ground yourself by touching a
grounded conductive surface, such as a device or appliance with a grounded,
three-pronged plug. Avoid touching the pins and leads on the memory module
and the internal circuitry of the Tablet PC.
1. Disconnect the Tablet PC from AC power and remove the battery.
2. Remove the two small Phillips head screws securing the L-shaped
cover from the bottom of the Tablet PC.
3. (If you are replacing an existing wireless card and not just installing a
card in an empty slot) Release the two clips on each side of the card.
When the card pops up, gently pull it from the mini-PCI slot.
4. Align the edge connectors on the mini-PCI card with the mini-PCI
socket on the Tablet PC.
5. Holding the wireless mini-PCI card at a 25-degree angle, gently push
it into the mini-PCI socket of the Tablet PC motherboard until it is
firmly seated.
6. Snap the card into place.
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7. Connect the gray antenna from the
Tablet PC to the RF MAIN terminal
of the mini-PCI card.
8. Connect the black antenna on the
Tablet PC to the RF AUX auxiliary
terminal of the mini-PCI card.
9. Replace the cover on the bottom of
the Tablet PC, reinsert the screws,
and tighten them.
10.Reinsert the battery and connect to
AC power; then power up the
Tablet PC.
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