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Contents 1 Getting Started Opening Your Computer ......................... 1-2 Powering Your Computer ........................ 1-2 Connecting the AC Power Adapter ........ 1-3 Turning the Computer On and Off .............. 1-4 Checking the Indicator Lights .................... 1-4 Adjusting the Screen Controls ................... 1-6 Using the ActionPoint Touchpad ................ 1-7 Learning More About ActionPoint ......... 1-8 Using the Keyboard .............................. 1-9 Using the Fn Key ......
4 Caring for Your Computer Protecting the Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2 Moving and Storing the Computer . . . . . . . . . . .4-3 Cleaning Your ActionNote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4 Cleaning the ActionPoint Touchpad. . . . . . . . . 4 -4 Cleaning the Diskette Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 -4 5 Upgrading Internal Components Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-1 Removing the Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . .5-2 Replacing a Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . ..
7 Troubleshooting Where to Get Help ............................... .7-1 Electronic Support Services ................ .7-2 Identifying Your System ......................... 7-4 Error Messages ................................... .7-5 Troubleshooting Your ActionNote ............. .7-5 The Computer Won’t Start ................ .7-6 The LCD Screen Is Blank ................... .7-8 The Computer Locks Up .................... .7-9 Your Password Isn’t Working .............. .
B Using Optional Equipment Using PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1 Using the ActionPort Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3 Connecting the Computer to the ActionPort Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4 Using the Built-in Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-6 Using an External Monitor . . . . . . . . . . B-6 Using an External Keyboard Mouse, or Other Pointing Device . . . . . . . . . . . . B-7 Using the International AC Power Adapter .
1 Getting Started Your EPSON® ActionNote TM computer is all set up and ready to use. This chapter gives you the information you need to get started. You’ll find a list of the computer’s features on the back cover of this manual, illustrations of your system on the inside front cover, and a place to write important information about your ActionNote on the inside back cover. Before you start, take a look at the “ActionNote Adventure” and fill out the attached registration card.
Opening Your Computer To open your ActionNote, slide the latches on each side of the computer’s lid forward and lift up the screen. Powering Your Computer Your computer is shipped with a charged battery and is ready to use when you take it out of the box. However, to keep your battery charged, use the AC power adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet whenever possible. For more information, see Chapter 2, “Powering the Computer.
Connecting the AC Power Adapter The lightweight AC power adapter included with your ActionNote operates in the input ranges 100 to 240 VAC and 50-60 Hz. NOTE If you purchased your computer outside the United States, you have the international AC power adapter. See “Using the International AC Power Adapter” in Appendix B of the online manual for more information. Follow these steps to connect the AC power adapter: 1. Plug the connector into the DC-in port on the back of the computer. 2.
Recharging the battery takes about 3 hours with the computer turned on, and about 2 hours when it is turned off. While it recharges, the charge indicator light is orange. When the battery is fully charged, it is green. Turning the Computer On and Off The on/off button is beneath the screen on your right. Press the button to turn on the computer. As the computer starts, it does a complete self test of its circuits and drives. To turn the computer off, press and hold the button for two seconds.
Adjusting the Screen Controls The screen contrast and brightness controls are located at the bottom of the screen. Slide the contrast control to the right to increase the contrast, or to the left to decrease it. On dual scan screens only, slide the brightness control to the right to lighten the screen, or to the left to darken it. On active matrix screens, it isn’t necessary to adjust the contrast. Unless you need a bright screen, you can extend battery life and save energy by making it dimmer.
Using the ActionPoint Touchpad You can move your cursor on the screen by sliding your finger along the built-in ActionPoint TM touchpad. It works with any software application that uses PS/2® compatible mouse drivers, and has a utility that lets you adjust its response. To move the cursor, slide your finger along the ActionPoint touchpad. The cursor moves only when your finger touches the pad. To click, gently tap the touchpad once or quickly press and release the left touchpad button.
When you reach the edge of the touchpad surface, the pointer continues to move in the same direction until you lift or move your finger. This feature is called. “Edge Motion.
Using the Keyboard Your computer’s keyboard has 85 keys that provide the same functions as a full-sized 101-key keyboard, thanks to function keys and an embedded numeric keypad. The Fn key provides a second function for other keys. The keyboard on the ActionNote is available with different layouts for different languages. You can also use the operating system to reassign the layout of your keyboard. See your operating system documentation.
Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad In Num Lock mode, the keys in the embedded numeric keypad give you the number or symbol for that key instead of the letter. Press Num Lock to turn Num Lock mode on and off. To enter a letter while in Num Lock, press Fn plus the key. With Num Lock off, you can enter a number or symbol on the numeric keypad by pressing Fn plus the key. Creating Software Diskettes Your computer came with software installed; the program diskettes are not included.
2 Powering the Computer This chapter describes how to conserve your computer’s battery and save energy using the power management tools supplied. Using the AC Power Adapter The AC power adapter charges the battery and runs the computer off power from an electrical outlet. Use the adapter whenever you have access to an outlet, especially when you are using a PC card. Check the charge indicator light to monitor charging status when you use the adapter.
“Using the International AC Power Adapter” and ‘Using the Automobile Adapter” in Appendix B of the online manual for more information. CAUTION To avoid damaging the computer, use only adapters designed for the ActionNote 900 series computers. Using the Battery The removable NiMH battery can provide between 4 and 6 hours of power when you use your computer’s power management features. How long the battery lasts depends on how you use the computer.
Recharging the Battery The battery that comes with your system is rechargeable. It takes approximately 2 hours to charge a completely discharged battery when the computer is off or when it is in Suspend mode. If you use the system while the battery is recharging, it can take up to 3 hours. If you find that over time the battery is losing its charge faster, the battery life may be reaching its end. Try letting it discharge completely; then recharge it.
Conditioner” in Appendix B of the online manual for more information. NOTE Contact your localgovernment waste management agency for recycling information on rechargeable batteries. Follow these steps to replace the battery: 1. Save any open files and close your applications. Shut down or exit Windows. 2. Press the on/off button. 3. Close the screen and turn the computer over. CAUTION To avoid a short, do not touch the battery contacts with metal objects. 4.
5. Insert the new battery into the compartment at an angle and then lower it into place. Using Power Management Your ActionNote offers a variety of power management features to help you conserve battery power. Your computer has three power-saving modes: Idle, Standby, and Suspend.
can press the Suspend/Resume button (located between the brightness and contrast controls) at any time to enter Suspend mode and temporarily stop system activity. After you press Suspend/Resume, it takes a moment for the computer to enter Suspend mode. Then the Suspend indicator light comes on and the screen becomes dark. You NOTE In operating systems where you can perform background tasks, the system may appear to be inactive when it is performing one of these tasks.
either connect the AC power adapter or turn off the computer and replace the battery (as described earlier in this chapter). In addition, the computer can be set up to enter Suspend mode when the battery power reaches a minimum level. This protects the contents of your computer’s memory for several hours. You can also configure your ActionNote to save your data to the hard disk drive whenever your battery power reaches a minimum level.
For instructions on setting up your ActionNote to use the Save to Disk and Instant On features, see “Using Instant On and Saving to Disk” in Chapter 6. Using Energy Wisely By purchasing this Energy Star compliant computer, you join a growing number of users concerned about conserving energy. Here are a few energy-saving tips: When using a printer and external monitor, check to see if they are Energy Star compliant. If not, turn them off when you’re not using them.
3 Getting to Work This chapter contains practical information about using your ActionNote. Reading it now can save you time later. Using Passwords Passwords help protect data from theft. Your ActionNote offers two types of passwords: a Setup password that controls access to the Setup utility, and a System password that controls access to your computer. For details on setting both types of passwords, see “Setting a Password” in Chapter 6.
Entering a Password Whether the computer is configured with a System or Setup password, you enter the password in the same way. When you turn on your system (for the System password) or access Setup (for the Setup password), you see this prompt: Enter password: Type the correct password and press Enter. To protect your password, the screen does not display the characters you type, If you type the password incorrectly, the computer repeats the password prompt. Try typing the password again.
Using Diskettes You can use either 720KB double-density or 1.44MB high-density, double-sided diskettes in your 35-inch, 1.44MB diskette drive. To insert a diskette, hold it with the label facing up and the shutter leading into the drive. Slide it all the way into the drive. To remove the diskette, make sure the diskette drive light is off. Then press the release button and pull out the diskette.
Resetting the Computer Occasionally, when the computer doesn’t respond, you may need to reset it. Resetting clears the memory and reloads the operating system. To reset the computer, hold down the Ctrl key and press the Alt and Del keys simultaneously. Then follow any instructions you see. Working Comfortably It’s easy to spend a lot of time working on the computer. But too much work time without a break can cause repetitive motion strain on your hands and arms.
4 Caring for Your Computer Although it has been built for years of use, your ActionNote contains fragile circuits and needs to be handled with care to keep it in good working order: Keep the computer and AC power adapter dry, and do not subject them to extreme heat or cold. To prevent damage to the LCD, do not place external devices on top of the computer, even when it is closed.
Protecting the Hard Disk Drive Your hard disk drive is designed for travel and lots of use. Follow. these precautions, however, to protect your data and prolong hard disk life. Never turn off or reset the computer when it is copying data to or from the hard disk drive (the indicator light is on). Never remove the hard disk drive when the computer is on. After turning the power off, wait 20 seconds before moving the computer.
Moving and Storing the Computer Before you move your ActionNote, make sure the power is off and the screen is closed. Remove any diskettes. Use a carrying case or equivalent. If you have any devices attached, make sure they are turned off and unplugged. The ActionNote has an operating temperature range of 42 to 95° Fahrenheit, or 5 to 35° Centigrade. You should keep your computer well within that range to prevent damage to the computer.
Cleaning Your ActionNote You may need to clean your ActionNote occasionally. Clean the exterior with a soft, damp cloth. Spray glass cleaner on a soft, lintfree cloth to clean the LCD screen; do not spray the cleaner directly onto the screen. Cleaning the ActionPoint Touchpad The ActionPoint is sensitive to moisture, which may affect your cursor movement. Use a soft, lint-free cloth to clean the ActionPoint. If you need something stronger, lightly moisten the cloth with glass cleaner.
5 Upgrading Internal Components Several internal components in your ActionNote can be upgraded, including the hard disk drive and system memory. Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive If you need to remove the existing drive, just follow the instructions below. You won’t need any tools. Your ActionNote supports EPSON-qualified, IDE hard disk drives with a 2.5-inch form factor and a maximum height of 19 mm. Contact the EPSON Connection or your dealer to find out about the latest upgrade options.
Follow these steps to remove the drive: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect any external devices or cables. 2. Close the LCD screen and turn the computer over. 3. Press the latch away from the hard disk drive cover and slide the cover back slightly. Then lift the cover off, as shown.
4. Pull up on the two metal tabs to disconnect the drive, and remove it from the case. 5. If you need to disconnect the connector card, hold it by the edges and pull it away from the drive, as shown below.
Replacing a Hard Disk Drive Follow these steps to replace a hard disk drive. If your new drive already has the connector card attached, start with step 3. 1. If necessary, attach the connector card. Align the holes in the card with the group of 44 pins on the right side of the drive connector. Make sure the connector does not cover the group of four pins on the left side of the drive connector. 2.
The hard disk drive compartment on your ActionNote can accommodate IDE standard drives up to 19 mm high. If the drive that came with your computer is less than 19 mm high, it is installed above a black foam spacer. If you are going to install a 19 mm drive, remove the spacer from the compartment before you perform step 3. 3. Insert the drive and card into the drive compartment, aligning the connector on the card with the pins in the compartment. Press down on the metal tabs until the drive is fully seated.
4. Position the drive cover over the compartment so that the small arrow on the cover aligns with the first notch in the latch Lower the cover and then slide it until it snaps shut. 5. Before installing the operating system, run Setup as described under “Customizing Computer Settings” in Chapter 6 to make sure the computer recognizes your new drive. 6. Then create a 26MB partition on the drive. See your operating system documentation for instructions.
Removing and Replacing the Keyboard You need to remove the keyboard to install memory. However, you don’t need to disconnect the keyboard cables. Removing the Keyboard Follow these steps to remove the keyboard 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power adapter. 2. Disconnect any attached external devices and cables. 3. Open the screen as wide as you can. 4. Remove the plastic caps on both sides of the case below the screen.
5. Use a small screwdriver to gently pry up the plastic strip above the keyboard. You can pry in the center as shown here, or in front of the left and right hinges. 6. Lift up the strip and remove it from the case.
7. Gently lift the keyboard, holding it by the top edge. Remove it from the case and place it on a flat surface in front of the computer. Do not pull on the keyboard cables. Replacing the Keyboard When you are ready to replace the keyboard, refer to the illustrations in the previous section as you follow these steps: 1. Carefully lift up the keyboard and position it over the case. 2. Hold the keyboard at a 45° angle and align it so that the clips on the bottom edge fit into the case. 3.
The top edge of the keyboard should not overlap the bronze-colored ledge of the case. If you have difficulty aligning the keyboard, try the following approach: hold the top of the keyboard in the center. With the keyboard at a 45° angle, line up the clips on the bottom of the keyboard with the case. Gently lift up the keyboard until the clips are aligned. 4. Position the plastic strip above the keyboard then push it back until it snaps into place.
Upgrading Your Memory Your ActionNote has 8MB of memory on the system board, and a socket in which you can install a 4, 8, or 16MB snap-in memory module. If you are using Instant On or Save to Disk, you will need to rerun the PHDISK utility after you have changed the amount of memory. See Chapter 6 for more information. CAUTION A memory module is delicate and needs careful handling. If you don’t fee/ confident installing it yourself, ask your Authorized EPSON Servicer for assistance.
2. Press each of the retaining clips toward the side of the memory module socket and lift up on the edge of the module until it is released. 3. Pull the module out of the socket. You are now ready to install the new memory module. Installing a Memory Module Follow these steps to install the new memory module: CAUTION Computer memory modules are sensitive to static electricity. Ground yourself by touching a metal surface before you touch the memory module.
1. Holding the memory module with the notch on the upper right corner, align it with the connector at the edge of the socket. 2. Insert the memory module into the socket at an angle, pressing along the edge until it clicks into place. 3. Press down on the module until it snaps into the retaining clips on the sides. 4. Replace the keyboard as described in the previous section. 5.
6 Customizing Your Computer You can customize your ActionNote in a variety of ways covered in this chapter. Customizing Your ActionPoint You can adjust the amount of pressure you need to apply to your touchpad as well as the speed and precision of the cursor movement. Select the ActionPoint Configuration control panel utility (the Mouse utility in Windows 95).
ActionPoint configuration panels (continued) Panel Features Description notion settings Sensitivity Adjusts the response of the pointer to the motion of the pointing device Double-click speed Adjusts how quickly you must double-click Acceleration Increases the cursor speed in relation to sensitivity settings Extra precision Lets you shift the screen pointer temporarily into one of four special-purpose operating modes: slow motion, freeze motion, horizontal motion, and vertical motion Orientation
To select a setting click the button for that setting, then adjust the controls. When you’ve made changes, click OK to exit. Your settings take effect immediately. NOTE If you install another pointing device and then want to return to the ActionPoint, you need to reinstall the ActionPoint drivers. Type the following commands at the MS-DOS prompt: CD\SYNTOUCH INSTALL Customizing Computer Settings Setup configures your ActionNote and stores the settings in the computer’s CMOS ROM (read-only memory).
Starting Setup To start Setup, turn on your computer. (If your computer is already on, save any files you’ve been working on, then restart your computer using Ctrl Alt Del.) During power-on diagnostics you see the following prompt: Press F8 to run SETUP As soon as you see this message, press F8. If you do not press F8 within 5 seconds, the computer loads the operating system. You can restart the computer and try again.
Help information is available for each option. Highlight the option and press F1 to get Help. Setup lets you change or verify the settings listed in the following tables.
The table below lists the power management options. Additional information follows.
The table below lists the page 3 Setup options.
When you are ready to exit Setup, press Esc. You see the exit menu.
You may want to experiment to find the settings that work best for you. You can access the Power Management screen (without running Setup) by pressing Fn F8, so you can adjust your settings at any time. You should, however, exercise caution when changingthe Power Management and LOW Battery options. These features protect your data when your battery is about to run out. For more information about how your power management features work, see “Using Power Management” in Chapter 2.
Instant On works through the same process as Save to HDD, except that your data is saved to disk when you press the Suspend/Resume button. Before you can use either of these features, you have to configure your hard disk drive. The drive is already partitioned to set aside a 26MB area for the saved data (allowing space for all memory configurations). This area is invisible to your software, and the amount of disk space available to you for normal data storage is reduced.
Using Password Security This section tells you how to set up a password to prevent unauthorized people from using your ActionNote. NOTE Remember that once you set a system password, you cannot access your system unless you enter it correctly. Write down yourpassword and keep it in a safe place. If you forget it, call the EPSON Connection for assistance. You can set two types of passwords for your computer: a system password and a Setup password.
Setting a Password Follow these steps to set a password 1. Highlight the Password option. 2. Press Enter. 3. Type a password up to seven characters long. As you type, you see only symbols displayed on the screen. Note whether Num Lock and Caps Lock are on when you type your password. 4. Press Enter. 5. Type the password again and press Enter. (If you enter an incorrect password, you must start the process over again. Keep trying until you have entered the password correctly twice in a row.) 6.
Deleting or Changing a Password If you want to delete or change a password, follow these steps: 1. Highlight the Password option. 2. 3. 4. 5. Press Enter. Type your password. You see only squares on the screen. Press Enter. If you are deleting your password, press the I key. The Password option setting is changed to Disabled. If you are changing your password, type the new password. You see only squares displayed on the screen. 6. Press Enter. 7. Type the password again and press Enter. 8.
Using Video Drivers and Utilities Your system includes high-resolution video display drivers for Windows® installed on your hard disk drive. If you are using Windows 3.1, you can use these drivers to display in resolutions up to 1024 x 768 in 256 colors on an external monitor. Windows 95 provides the Chips and Technology ® drivers to do the same thing To select these drivers, use your operating system’s video display or control panel utility.
To check on the availability of drivers for nonWindows applications, call the EPSON Connection or access one of the EPSON electronic support services, as described under “Where to Get Help” in Chapter 7. Using Your Audio Card The 16-bit stereo audio card in your ActionNote is Business Audio® and SoundBlaster 16® compatible. You can connect an external audio source to the input jack. This lets you use prerecorded music, voice, or other sounds on your computer.
Recording Control regulates the recording level and stereo balance of multiple input sources. The Mixer combines signals from several audio sources during playback, controlling the volume and balance of each source. The Extended Recorder records, compresses, stores, and plays sounds directly to (or from) your hard disk drive. The Audio Clip Library provides a variety of music, phrases, and other sounds, and lets you add your own sound files. Additional sound applications are included with your ActionNote.
Using Your Infrared Port The IrDA-compliant infrared port provides “point and beam” wireless serial communications capability for mobile computer users, and replaces network, printer, and other cable connections between IrDAcompliant devices. The IrDA infrared data link standard gives ActionNote users the capability of transferring data at speeds much faster than a standard modem.
IrDA device indicates when the units are communicating. See the Puma TranXit online help for more information.
7 Troubleshooting You probably won’t have any problems as you set up and use your ActionNote. If anything out of the ordinary happens, however, see this chapter for help. Where to Get Help If you purchased your computer in the United States or Canada, EPSON provides customer support and service through a network of Authorized EPSON Customer Care Centers. EPSON also provides the following services when you dial (800) 922-8911.
You can purchase printed manuals, accessories, or parts for EPSON products from EPSON Accessories. Call (800) 873-7766 (U.S. sales only) from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pacific time. In Canada, call (800) BUY EPSON. If you purchased your computer outside the United States or Canada, contact your EPSON dealer or the marketing location nearest you for customer support and service.
EPSON bulletin board service You can call the EPSON bulletin board service (BBS) 24 hours a day at (310) 782-4531. No membership is required. Make sure your communications software is set to 8 data bits with no parity and 1 stop bit, and any modem speed up to 28.8 Kbps. See the documentation that came with your communications software for more information. CompuServe’s Epson America Forum EPSON also maintains the Epson America Forum on CompuServe.
Identifying Your System When you request technical assistance, be ready to provide the following: EPSON product name and model (on the logo for your ActionNote) EPSON product code (on base of ActionNote) Serial number (on base of ActionNote) System BIOS version (displayed during startup) System configuration (details of Setup settings) Operating system and version number Hardware configuration (connections to external devices, memory size, upgrades, and so on) Names and version numbers of software you’re us
Error Messages Your computer contains power-on diagnostics that check internal devices every time you turn it on. If the computer finds an error, it displays an error message on the screen. Many error messages suggest a remedy. For example, if you have installed a component, you might need to check that it was installed correctly. If the error is serious, the error message remains on the screen and the computer locks up. If this happens, contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection.
The Computer Won’t Start The computer won’t start when you press the on/off button. If the Power light is on, check the Suspend light. Press any key if it is on; press the Suspend/Resume button if it is flashing. Check the Charge light. If it is flashing orange, the battery may be damaged or installed incorrectly. Check the Power light. If it is flashing green, it means the battery is too low to power the computer. Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are not turned down.
You have trouble running the computer from a battery. (Be sure to read Chapter 2 for information on powering your system.) The battery power may be low. If you have a second fully charged battery, use it to replace the one in the computer and recharge the original battery. If you replace the battery and the computer does not work properly, the new battery also may not be fully charged. Recharge this battery until it reaches its maximum capacity.
NOTE When you need to discardyour battery, contact your local government waste management agency for recycling information on rechargeable batteries. The computer doesn’t work properly with the AC power adapter. Make sure the AC power adapter is securely connected to the computer and the electrical outlet. Make sure the electrical outlet is supplying power. If the outlet is working, there may be something wrong with your AC power adapter.
The computer may be in Suspend mode; press any key or the Suspend/Resume button to resume. Press the on/off button to resume if you are using Instant On. See Chapter 2 for more information. You may have set a video timeout period in Setup or with your operating system. This turns off the screen after a specified period of time has elapsed with no system activity. Press any key to restore the display. (See ‘Wing Power Management’ in Chapter 2.
If this does not work, turn off the computer, wait 30 seconds, and turn it back on. Your Password Isn’t Working If you type the password and then see the password prompt again, type the password again and press Enter. If the computer locks up, turn it off and wait 30 seconds before you turn it on and try again. Make sure the Num Lock and Caps Lock keys are in the same state as when you created the password. If you have forgotten your password, call the EPSON Connection for assistance.
If the diskette is damaged, use a backup copy to repeat the operation. If you need the files on the original diskette, try copying one file at a time. Try formatting a new blank diskette to determine whether the problem is with the diskette or the drive. See your operating system documentation or online help for instructions. The Diskette Drive Isn’t Working Try reading from or writing to the diskette in another computer’s drive, if you have access to one. Try cleaning the diskette drive heads.
Make sure the Hard Disk option is set correctly in Setup. If your hard disk drive is not detected, you will have to configure the appropriate hard disk drive parameters yourself. If you replaced or upgraded the hard disk drive, make sure it is installed correctly and that the operating system is installed. See “Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive” in Chapter 5. A PC Card Isn’t Working The PC card slots on your computer support PCMCIA version 2.
been installed correctly. See “Using PC Cards” in Appendix B of the online manual for instructions. Your computer is set up to work with most PC cards, but some cards require that you install other software drivers, See the documentation that came with your card. The ActionNote comes with PCMCIA drivers and utilities that you can use with your card. Your operating system may also include drivers. For details, see “Using PC Cards” in Appendix B of the online manual.
drivers supplied with your computer. If none of these solutions solve your problem, contact the card manufacturer or call your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection for assistance. The ActionPoint Isn’t Working Correctly Make sure the touchpad has not been disabled in Setup. See “Changing the Settings” in Chapter 6 for instructions. If you use an external pointing device connected to the mouse port, the touchpad is automatically disabled.
CD\SYNTOUCH INSTALL The touchpad is sensitive to moisture. Clean the ActionPoint (see “Cleaning your ActionNote” in Chapter 4); then wash and dry your hands. If you still have trouble with the ActionPoint, contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection. An External Monitor Is Blank Adjust the brightness and contrast of the monitor screen. Check that the monitor’s power cable is securely connected to the monitor and to an electrical outlet.
Contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection for assistance. An External Pointing Device Doesn’t Work Your ActionPoint touchpad is disabled when you connect a device to the external keyboard/mouse port and use it before you use the touchpad. If you used the touchpad first, turn the computer off and then on. If you connect a pointing device to the serial port (rather than the mouse port), however, you must disable the touchpad with the Setup program.
If the device is connected to the computer’s serial port, make sure the device and the serial port options in Setup are set to use the same memory address or COM port. See “Changing the Settings” in Chapter 6 for more information. If you still have trouble with an external device, check the manual that came with it or contact the manufacturer. Your Printer Isn’t Working If you have just connected the printer, check that it has power and is properly connected to the computer.
Your Software Isn’t Working Correctly If the application program does not start, check that you are following the correct procedure for starting the program, and that it is installed correctly. If the program is running, see the online help to assist you in diagnosing the problem. If you have entered a command that you want to stop, press Ctrl Alt Del and follow the instructions on the screen. If none of these solutions solves your software problem, contact the software manufacturer for technical support.
Make sure the other drvice is IrDAcompliant. Make sure that the communicating IrDA ports are within three feet of each other, and are positioned at an angle of 30° or less. Check that the IrDA port’s COM assignment is correct. The default setting is COM2. Check that the Serial Port 2 options are set to IR and to the correct address.
A Specifications CPU and Memory CPU Cyrix 5th generation 5x86 microprocessor installed as a QFP chip with Level 2 cache on a daughterboard System speed Fast and slow speeds selected in Setup Memory 8MB RAM on the system board expandable up to 24MB using a 4, 8, or 16MB memory expansion module ROM l28KB Flash memory device containing the system and video BIOS and Setup program code. The BIOS is shadowed in DRAM for faster access.
Controllers Video Chips and Technology 65545 or 65548 video controller; 1MB DRAM; 32-bit VL local bus; supports 640 by 480 in 256 colors on LCD; 800 by 600 In 64K colors or 1024 by 768 in 256 colors on external monitor; automatic external monitor detection; simultaneous display with LCD screen using Fn F10 command or software Diskette drive Super I/O controller for one Internal 3.5-inch diskette drive; supports 720KB and 1.
Interfaces External video Auto-sensing, 15-pin, D-sub, female connector for analog monitor; supports simultaneous display with LCD using Fn F10 hot key sequence or software command Parallel Centronics® compatible; 25-pin, D-sub, female connector; bidirectional 8-bit parallel; autodetects ECP or EPP devices when connected and turned on at system start-up Serial RS-232C, 16CSSOC-compatible programmable, asynchronous 9-pin, D-sub male connector External Auto-sensing, 6-pin, mini-DIN connector for a PS/2
Audio input and output Connectors for stereo line-in, stereo line-out and for monaural microphone; IRQ9 (default), 5, 7, or 10; address of 220 (default1 230, 240, or 250 Port replicator Connector for ActionPortT M Replicator Security Connector for security cable Keyboard 85 keys; 101-key keyboard compatible; embedded numeric keypad; Fn key for hot key commands ActionPoint Touchpad Built-In pointing device with two buttons compatible with PS/2 mouse driver software; can be disabled with Setup Volume
Mass Storage Hard disk drive Removable Internal IDE hard disk drive, 2.5-inch form factor; maximum height 19 mm; Setup automatically recognizes and configures drives that support IDE or enhanced IDE Interfaces Diskette Drive Internal 3.5-inch diskette drive; 720KB or 1.44MB format; supports lower power consumption LCD Screen Active area, diagonal measurement 10.
Power Sources Sources include internal removable battery, lightweight AC power adapter, or optional international AC power adapter, and automobile adapter Battery Rechargeable 12 Volt NiMH battery, current regulation by thermistor AC Power Adapters Specification AC connection Lightweight AC power adapter 2 folding connectors International AC I power adapter 6 ft (1.8 meter) cable DC cable 6 ft (1.8 meters) 6 ft (1.
CAUTION Use only the adapters and replacement batteries designed for use with the ActionNote 900 series.
Index A AC adapter automobile, B-10 connecting 1-3 dimension& A-6 input ranges, 1-3 international 1-3, 2-2, B-8 model numbers, 2-2 precautions, 4-1 specifications A-6 using 1-2, 2-1 ActionPort replicator, using B-3 Adapter, see AC adapter AUD sound format, 6-15 Audio card recorder, 6-15 recording control, 6-16 settings, 6-16 sound formats, 6-15 using 6-15—6-16 Audio specifications A-4 Automobile adapter, B-10 B Backing up files, 4-2 Battery charging 1-4, 2-3 checking status, 1-4 conditioning, B-12–B-14 co
Battery (continued) recycling, 2-4, 7-8 replacing, 2-3–2-5 specifications A-6 using 2-2–2-5 Battery hypercharger/conditioner, B-12–B-14 Boot password, 6-12 Brightness, 1-6 C Cache, A-1 Calendar, A-1 Caps Lock, indicator light, 1-5 CD-ROM drive, B-15 Charge light, 2-1 Cleaning, 4-4 Clicking, see Touchpad Clock, A-1 CompuServe, 7-3 Computer caring for, 4-1 connecting ActionPort replicator, B-4 dimensions, A-7 environmental requirements A-7 identifying, 7-4 moving, 4-3 opening, 1-2 precautions, 4-1, 4-3 probl
Customization computer settings 6-3–6-8 power management, 6-8–6-10 security, 6-11–6-13 Customization, see Configuration D DC-in port, 1-3 Dimensions computer, A-7 hard disk drive, 5-1 Disk creation utility, 1-10 Diskette drive cleaning 4-4 controller, A-2 indicator light, 1-5 problems accessing, 7-10 specifications, A-5 Diskettes inserting 3-3 size, 3-3 software, 1-10 E Energy Star, 2-8 Energy, conserving, 1-6, 2-2, 2-5, 2-8 Environmental requirements, A-7 EPSON (800) 922-8911 services, 7-1 Accessories, 7
F FDISK utility, 5-6 Features, 1-1 Files, backing up, 4-2 Function keys F8, 6-3 Power Management, 6-8 sticking, 5-10 G Green light flashing, 2-6 H Hard disk drive controller, A-2 dimensions 5-1 Indicator light, 1-5 partition, 6-10 precautions, 4-2 problems, 7-11 removing, 5-2 replacing, 5-4 specifications A-5 timeout 2-5 upgrading 5-1–5-6 I Idle mode, 2-5 Indicator lights, 1-4–1-5 Infrared (IR) Interface, A-3 port, 6-17–6-18 Instant On feature, 2-7, 5-6, 6-9–6-10 Interface audio Input/output, A-4 extern
K Kensington MicroSaver security lock, B-11 Keyboard embedded numeric keypad, 1-10 Fn key functions 1-9 layouts 1-9 removing, 5-7–5-9 replacing, 5-7–5-10 specifications, A-4 using 1-9 Keypad, embedded, 1-10 L LCD screen cleaning 4-4 drivers and utilities, 6-14 precautions 4-1 resolution, 6-14 specifications A-5 Low Battery option, 6-9 M Mass storage, A-5 Memory capacity, 5-11 module, 5-11 problems, 7-17 specifications A-1 upgrading 5-11–5-13 Moisture, touchpad sensitivity, 4-4 Monitor, see Video Mouse con
O On/off button, 1-4 Opening your computer, 1-2 P Parallel interface, A-3 Parallel port, enabling 6-7 Parallel printer, connecting, B-6 Password changing, 6-13 deleting 6-13 entering 3-1 incorrect 3-2 losing 6-11 problems, 7-10 setting 6-11–6-12 setup, 6-11 system 6-11 types, 3-1, 6-11 using 3-1–3-2 PC card controller, A-2 indicator light, 1-5 problems, 7-12 using B-1 PCMCIA, see PC card PHDISK utility, 5-6, 5-11, 6-10 Pointer settings 6-1–6-3 Pointing device, external problems, 7-15–7-16 using B-6–B-8 Po
Power (continued) Instant On feature, 6-6, 6-9–6-10 Low battery option, 6-9 managing 2-5–2-6, 6-8–6-10 precautions, 4-1 recharging 2-3 replacing battery, 2-7 saving to disk, 6-9–6-10 sources, A-6 turning on and off, 1-4 see also AC adapter, battery, Power management Power adapters, 2-2 Power management Instant On, 2-7 low battery protection, 2-7 low power modes, 2-5 Save to Disk 2-7 Precautions diskette drive, 4-4 hard disk, 4-2 touchpad, 4-4 when traveling 4-3 Printer, enabling port, 6-7 Printer problems,
R Recharging the battery, 2-3 Replacing the battery, 2-4 ROM, A-1 S Save to Disk 2-7 Save to HDD mode, 6-9 Screen controls, 1-6 Screen timeout, 2-5 Scroll Lock, indicator light, 1-5 Scrolling 6-14 Security, lock, B-11 Self test, 1-4 Serial interface, A-3 Serial number, 7-4 Serial port, enabling, 6-7 Setup password, 6-12 Software diskettes, 1-10 problems, 7-17 Sound, see Audio card Speaker, A-3 Standby mode, 2-5 Strain, avoiding, 3-4 Suspend mode, 2-5 Suspend/Resume function, 26–2-7, 6-10 Switches, contrast
Turning computer on and off, 1-4 Typing, avoiding strain, 3-4 U Upgrading, hard disk drive, 5-1–5-6 V Video, A-5 controller, A-2 drivers and utilities, 6-14 RAM, A-1 resolution, 6-14 Volume control, A-4 W WAV sound format, 6-15 Wrist rest, 3-4 Index 9
