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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S

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CONTENTS

1. eCAFÉ™ – TAKE IT TO GO!.......................................................................................................................................2

1.1. Handling your ultra-mobile personal computer.....................................................................................................3

1.2. A comprehensive package...................................................................................................................................3

1.3. A closer look at your eCAFÉ™ ............................................................................................................................4

2. THE eCAFÉ™, UNEQUALLED AND UNRIVALLED...................................................................................................5

2.1. My eCAFÉ™........................................................................................................................................................5

2.2. Multifunction keyboard.........................................................................................................................................8

2.3. An ultra-mobile computer suited to large files ......................................................................................................9

2.4. Extensive connectivity options for countless applications ....................................................................................9

2.5. A desktop device AND a mobile device .............................................................................................................11

2.5.1. Operating the eCAFÉ™ when connected to the mains........................................................................11

2.5.2. Operating the eCAFÉ™ with the built-in battery...................................................................................12

2.5.3. Installing and removing the battery ......................................................................................................12

2.5.4. Optimising your use of the battery........................................................................................................13

3. FIRST STEPS WITH MY ECAFÉ™............................................................................................................................15

3.1. Turning the eCAFÉ™ On/Off.............................................................................................................................15

3.2. Mastering the touchpad .....................................................................................................................................16

3.3. Accessing the help interface..............................................................................................................................17

3.4. Adjusting the main settings................................................................................................................................17

3.4.1. eCAFÉ™ Connect and the WiFi feature...............................................................................................17

3.4.2. Printers ................................................................................................................................................18

3.4.3. Customising the interface's appearance ..............................................................................................18

4. MULTIMEDIA.............................................................................................................................................................19

4.1. Viewing and organising your photos ..................................................................................................................19

4.2. Viewing videos...................................................................................................................................................22

4.3. Listening to music..............................................................................................................................................25

4.4. Using the webcam.............................................................................................................................................29

TECHNICAL SUPPORT........................................................................................................................................................32

WARRANTY INFORMATION................................................................................................................................................33

Summary of content (34 pages)

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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S CONTENTS 1. 2. eCAFÉ™ – TAKE IT TO GO!.......................................................................................................................................2 1.1. Handling your ultra-mobile personal computer.....................................................................................................3 1.2. A comprehensive package...................................................................................................................................
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S 1. eCAFÉ™ – TAKE IT TO GO! Thank you for trusting Hercules by choosing to purchase the eCAFÉ™ ultra-mobile personal computer. The eCAFÉ™ has been designed to allow you to communicate and create or edit documents such as text files, slideshows or even images; it also includes advanced multimedia features designed to entertain you. To make the most of your eCAFÉ™ ultra-mobile personal computer, please follow the instructions provided in this manual.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S 1.1. Handling your ultra-mobile personal computer Please read this section with care before using the product. Like any electronic device, the eCAFÉ™ requires you to observe a number of simple safety rules; these are listed below. In addition, observing some simple precautions will enable you to extend your eCAFÉ™'s life. - In no circumstance should you attempt to open the eCAFÉ™, its adaptor or its components; doing this would expose the device's internal components to damage.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S 1.3. A closer look at your eCAFÉ™ - AMD Geode LX 800 CPU - 512 MB DDR RAM - 8-inch backlit LCD display (16/9 aspect ratio, maximum resolution 1024x600 with interpolation) featuring a 300,000 pixel built-in webcam and a built-in microphone - Built-in graphics board featuring 128 MB shared memory - Built-in sound board - Built-in 802.11 b & g WiFi board - 1.8-inch 20 GB P-ATA hard disk drive - 4,000 mAh rechargeable Lithium battery (4 cells) - 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz power adaptor - 2 USB 2.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S 2. The eCAFÉ™, UNEQUALLED AND UNRIVALLED The eCAFÉ™ ultra-mobile personal computer features a very wide range of applications and extensive connectivity interfaces, which will enable you to instantly connect to the world that is best suited to your use: work, communications, games or multimedia. 2.1. My eCAFÉ™ 1. Webcam 5. Hard disk drive activity indicator 9. WiFi activity indicator 2. 8-inch LCD display 6. Battery charge status indicator 10. Left touchpad button 3.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S 1. Removable battery 3. Warm air extraction grate 2. Battery locking tabs 4. Loudspeakers 5. DDR RAM location This part of your eCAFÉ™ is liable to heat during operation and charging. This is normal. However, to improve thermal dissipation, we recommend you do not block the vents. Avoid placing your eCAFÉ™ on a soft surface such as a sofa or a bed, for instance.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S 1. Power supply port 3. Microphone input connector 2. VGA output connector 4. Headphones connector 1. SD/SD HC/MS/MMC memory card reader 3. LAN/Ethernet port 2. USB 2.0 ports 4. Kensington® lock 5.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S 2.2. Multifunction keyboard The eCAFÉ™ features an extended keyboard, which allows you to adjust the device's display settings as well as the multimedia application parameters.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S 2.3. An ultra-mobile computer suited to large files Equipped with a hard disk drive and a multiple-format card reader, the eCAFÉ™ enables you to take your most precious files with you, regardless of their size. Hard disk drive The eCAFÉ™ features a 20 GB (or more, according to versions) hard disk drive. This storage capacity allows you to save movies, images and other large files to your device.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S USB ports (Universal Serial Bus) The eCAFÉ™ features two USB 2.0 ports (USB 1.1 compatible), to which you can connect many peripherals such as a keyboard, a mouse, a USB key and more. This interface is hot-swappable, allowing you to connect and remove your peripheral without having to first shut it down.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S Local Area Network (LAN) The eCAFÉ™ is equipped with a RJ45 LAN connectivity interface, which enables you to connect it to a 10/100 Mbps wired network (corporate network, router, wired modem & router or Internet box, for instance). 2.5. A desktop device AND a mobile device Both a desktop device and a mobile device at once, the eCAFÉ™ can be used everywhere thanks to its dual power supply (mains or battery). 2.5.1.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S 2.5.2. Operating the eCAFÉ™ with the built-in battery The eCAFÉ™ is designed to operate on its built-in battery. When fully charged, the built-in battery guarantees ample autonomy (over three hours*). You can purchase additional batteries from your sales output. To extend your battery's lifespan, we recommend that you charge it fully when using your eCAFÉ™ for the first time. Please refer to the battery charge status indicator for more information regarding the battery charge level. 2.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S Use only Hercules batteries that are fully identical to the original batteries included with your eCAFÉ™. Failure to comply with these instructions may cause damage to your eCAFÉ™. Installing the battery Removing the battery 2.5.4.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S - Adjust the display's luminosity to a level suited to your environment (indoors/outdoors) and to the application that you are using. + Reduce display brightness + Increase display brightness - Close the display when you are not using your eCAFÉ™ for a short time. The display will automatically turn off. - When using your eCAFÉ™ for the first time, always charge the battery entirely. - Deactivate the WiFi feature if you are not accessing a WiFi network.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S 3. FIRST STEPS WITH MY eCAFÉ™ 3.1. Turning the eCAFÉ™ On/Off Turning the device on - Open the display (1) and press the On/Off button located on the right-hand side of the device (2). Do not exert excessive strength on the hinges when opening the display. Do not hold your eCAFÉ™ by the display when carrying the device. Shutting the device down - Before shutting your eCAFÉ™ down, make sure that all your programs and applications have shut down tidily.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S 3.2.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S 3.3. Accessing the help interface This guide is available in the "User's Manual" PDF file located on your eCAFÉ™'s hard disk drive (in the folder named "MyFiles", which contains your personal files). Specific help is also available within each installed application. Please refer to the relevant help section if necessary. 3.4. Adjusting the main settings 3.4.1. eCAFÉ™ Connect and the WiFi feature Launch eCAFÉ™ Connect from the Communications world Option no.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S - Click on the Connect button facing the wireless connection. You will now access the WiFi connection manager named eCAFÉ™ Connect WiFi Station. For more information regarding the WiFi connection manager, and for more information on how to connect to a WiFi network and store your favourite networks on your computer, please refer to section 4.1.1., "Connecting to the Internet... using the WiFi feature". 3.4.2. Printers Access the Settings world, then click on Computer Configuration.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S 4. MULTIMEDIA Access the Multimedia world. 4.1. Viewing and organising your photos Launch the Photos application Your eCAFÉ™ features a comprehensive photo management tool. You can import new photos, sort your photos by date or tag them in order to sort them by category. The following pages provide a description of this application's main features.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S 4.2. Viewing videos Launch the Videos application Thanks to the multimedia player included on your eCAFÉ™, you can take your favourite movies with you and view your favourite videos and home-made holiday movies. To save time and access your favourite videos directly, you can also create playlists easily. The multimedia player is compatible with MPEG, WMV and WMA formats and the most frequently video formats available on the Internet.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S 4.3. Listening to music Launch the Music application Enjoy a genuine digital music player including extensive playback, import and playlist creation functions. If you are constantly looking for new audio contents, subscribe to podcast streams and never miss your favourite radio program again, or create your own personal list of Internet radio stations. The following pages provide a description of this application's main features.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S 4.4. Using the webcam Starting the webcam Explore another side of digital communications thanks to the webcam built into your eCAFÉ™: take pictures and record video sequences with unrivalled ease thanks to the included software. The following pages provide a description of this application's main features.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S TECHNICAL SUPPORT If you have trouble using your device or one of its components, please connect to the http://ts.hercules.com/fr website and select your language. Here, you will be able to access different services (Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs), the latest versions of all available drivers and software) that may help you solve your problem. If this fails to solve the problem, please get in touch with Hercules' Technical Support.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S WARRANTY INFORMATION Guillemot Corporation S.A. ("Guillemot") guarantees consumers worldwide that this Hercules product is free from material and manufacturing defects for a period of two (2) years beginning on the original date of purchase. Should the product seem defective during the period covered by the warranty, please contact our Technical Support immediately for further information on how to proceed.
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UMPC EC-800-H20G/S End User License Agreement IMPORTANT: Please read the following End User License Agreement before using the eCAFÉ™ device. The term "Software" refers to all executable programs, managers, libraries, data files and to any documentation relating to the programs, as well as the complete operating system included in the eCAFÉ™ product. The Software is licensed, and not sold, to the User, exclusively for use complying with the terms of this License Agreement.