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WalkAbout Computers HAMMERHEAD XRT User’s Guide – v030105

Thank You!

We at WalkAbout Computers wish to thank you for purchasing the

WalkAbout HAMMERHEAD XRT computer. Great care has been taken

to provide you with a unique product designed to provide years of

reliable service. The HAMMERHEAD XRT is the sixth generation of

HAMMERHEAD rugged tablet computer. Each generation builds on the

strengths of the previous generations to provide you with a state-of-the-

art product designed to meet the real world needs of mobile users.

This guide provides basic information that you will need to take full

advantage of your HAMMERHEAD XRT computer. The

HAMMERHEAD XRT is a tool that is often configured to meet the

precise needs of a specific application. As a result, there are many

configuration options available and often, custom features are provided

for large-scale applications. If you do not find illustrations identical to

the equipment you have purchased or do not find needed information

after having reviewed the User’s Guide, please feel free to contact

WalkAbout Customer Care toll-free at 888-872-1100. You may also

wish to visit our web site at www.walkabout-comp.com for updated

information.

This guide is intended to provide basic information on the features,

operation, care, and maintenance of the HAMMERHEAD XRT. It is not

offered as a technical resource to deal with larger integration issues.

WalkAbout and its many partners will be happy to work closely with you

in resolving any challenges that you might face.

Elements of this guide are available electronically for those customers

wishing to develop their own training or technical support materials.

Requests for electronic copies can be made through the general

information request link at the WalkAbout web site.

Again, the employees of WalkAbout Computers thank you for

purchasing the WalkAbout HAMMERHEAD XRT. We look forward to

getting to know you and to assisting you in any way we can to make

your use of the HAMMERHEAD XRT as rewarding as possible.

Table of Contents

WalkAbout Computers HAMMERHEAD XRT User’s Guide – v030105

Table of Contents

CHAPTER 1: INTRODUCTION ......................... 5

Before you begin ..................................................................... 5

Standard features ...................................................................... 6

Accessories and options ............................................................ 7

Exterior features ..................................................................... 8

Tips for proper use and care of your computer ..........................12

CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE OPERATION .........13

Turning on the unit .....................................................................13

Pen operations ...................................................................... 13

Touch operations ......................................................................15

Battery use and care..................................................................16

Getting started with your new batteries........................16

How to install new batteries .........................................16

When to recharge batteries.......................................... 16

How to recharge your batteries.................................... 17

How to tell when batteries have finished charging ....... 18

How to increase battery “run time”............................... 18

When to replace your battery.......................................18

Where to purchase replacement batteries ...................19

How to store batteries when they’re not in use............. 19

Safety & handling considerations for batteries............. 19

Disposing of your batteries...........................................20

Battery tips for the best performance........................... 20

Battery calibration ........................................................ 20

When to calibrate batteries? .......................................21

Over Temperature & Over Voltage boxes....................21

Removable hard drive ................................................................ 21

Connectivity ...................................................................... 22

Port replicators ............................................................ 22

Desktop docking station .............................................. 24

Vehicle docking ...........................................................24

Heater option ...................................................................... 25

Cardbus/PCMCIA cards............................................................. 26

Internal “flex space” for OEM modules....................................... 26

CHAPTER 3: SOFTWARE OPERATION...........27

Calibration ......................................................................27

Pen Tablet calibration .................................................. 27

Touch Screen calibration ............................................. 27

Battery Performance and Maintenance...................................... 28

Monitoring your battery ................................................ 28

Checking battery power ...............................................28

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CHAPTER 3: SOFTWARE OPERATION

Setting the battery alarm..............................................28

Turning off power-consuming peripherals....................29

Using power schemes..................................................29

Adjusting Screen Brightness and Backlight Settings .................30

Manual brightness adjustment .....................................30

Auto backlight settings................................................. 31

Side button function .....................................................31

Advanced backlight......................................................31

XP Tablet PC Edition features ...................................................33

Screen rotation.............................................................33

Handwriting using the Input Panel................................34

How to open the Input Panel..........................34

Writing Pad, Character Pad

using the Input Panel.................................. 36

On-Screen keyboard and customization ......................37

Speech recognition .....................................................38

Handwriting using Microsoft Windows Journal............. 38

How to access Windows Journal ...................38

How to convert handwriting to text.................38

How to restore default settings in

Windows Journal ........................................39

Journal Note Writer in printers .......................39

How to reinstall the Journal Note

Writer printer...............................................40

How to improve handwriting recognition.......................40

How to set the pen and screen for

left-handed users ......................................................40

How to create “sticky notes”......................................... 41

InkBall .......................................................................42

How to write in Microsoft Word or Excel.......................43

Other questions about XP Tablet PC ........................... 43

CHAPTER 4: FAQS ........................................... 44

CHAPTER 5: WARRANTY INFORMATION ...... 49

What is covered by this warranty................................................49

Length of warranty......................................................................49

Terms and Conditions ................................................................50

How to obtain warranty service...................................................50

What is not covered....................................................................51

Additional Information.................................................................52

Company Information and return address ..................................53

Customer Service 53

NOTICES .................................................................54

Summary of content (15 pages)

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Thank You! We at WalkAbout Computers wish to thank you for purchasing the WalkAbout HAMMERHEAD XRT computer. Great care has been taken to provide you with a unique product designed to provide years of reliable service. The HAMMERHEAD XRT is the sixth generation of HAMMERHEAD rugged tablet computer. Each generation builds on the strengths of the previous generations to provide you with a state-of-theart product designed to meet the real world needs of mobile users.
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Chapter Chapter 1 - Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition is installed on the HAMMERHEAD XRT at the factory and registered to you. If your unit has Microsoft Windows 98, 2000 or XP Pro installed, it will also include Calligrapher handwriting recognizer, PenOffice control program and My-T-Pen onscreen keyboard program. WalkAbout Computers often pre-installs application software for its customers.
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Chapter 1 - Introduction Chapter 1 - Introduction Backlight control sensor: The backlight control sensor automatically turns the backlight off when adequate external light is available. Make sure you keep this sensor uncovered. Left side view Right side view On/Off Switch USB Connector On/Off switch: Turn the computer on by quickly depressing the yellow on/off button on the upper righthand side of the computer (approximately ½ to 1 second).
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Chapter Chapter 2 – Hardware Operation Chapter 2 – Hardware Operation The pen functions like a two-button mouse. There are two switches in the pen, one in the pen tip and another on the barrel of the pen. The tip switch performs the same functions as the left button on a mouse and the barrel switch performs like the right mouse button. Very few applications require the use of the pen’s barrel button.
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Chapter 2 – Hardware Operation Chapter 2 – Hardware Operation solid green. Each LED represents approximately 20% of the total charge. As the battery power availability decreases, the LED’s will turn off from top to bottom. For example, when the top light begins to flash, the computer has approximately 90% charge remaining. If four LED’s are lit a solid green, an estimated 80% of the total battery charge remains.
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Chapter 2 – Hardware Operation Chapter 2 – Hardware Operation Connectivity When should I calibrate my batteries? You should calibrate your batteries if the HH Control Panel on your unit indicates a max error of greater than 2%. To check the max error of the battery, go to START, PROGRAMS, HHUTILITIES, HH Control Panel. Click the Information Button, then click the BATTERIES button. On the upper right, select the battery radio button of the battery you wish to look at.
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Chapter 2 – Hardware Operation Chapter 2 – Hardware Operation Cardbus/PCMCIA cards SIDE VIEW Cardbus and PC Cards are two alternative types of PCMCIA interfaces (or slots) on laptops, desktops, and PDAs. PCMCIA cards are based on a 16-bit interface, while CardBus is a 32-bit interface. This allows the CardBus Card to transfer data at speeds exceeding 100 Mbps, while a 16-bit PCMCIA card transfers data at approximately 20 Mbps. CardBus also offers lower power consumption: CardBus Cards are all 3.
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Chapter 3 – Software Operation Chapter 3 – Software Operation Turning off power-consuming peripherals Adjusting Screen Brightness and Backlight Settings Peripheral devices on your computer use power. For instance, your Tablet PC may have a wireless network connection, a modem card or USB devices. Because some of these peripherals can draw a significant amount of power, you should consider unplugging them or turning them off in situations where you want to conserve battery power.
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Chapter 3 – Software Operation Chapter 3 – Software Operation How do I rotate the screen on my Hammerhead XRT? Windows XP Tablet PC Edition Features This section describes some of the unique features and benefits of Microsoft’s XP Tablet PC Edition software for your Hammerhead XRT Pen Tablet. • In the sys-tray, click on the display settings icon; this will open the display properties menu. See figure below. • • • • Click on the settings tab. Click the advance button. Click the LynxEM+6 tab.
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Chapter 3 – Software Operation Chapter 3 – Software Operation On-screen Keyboard Speech Use the on-screen keyboard when you don't want to use ink but you do want to use the pen, or when you're using a Tablet PC without an attached keyboard. Simply tap the letters on the keyboard to form words. Input Panel enters the text directly in the field or at the insertion point of the active program. The on-screen keyboard is especially useful for entering small amounts of text, such as passwords and file names.
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Chapter 3 – Software Operation Chapter 3 – Software Operation How to create "sticky notes" To create a sticky note: You can use the Sticky Notes accessory to write and store short notes, phone numbers, and other reminders. You can place sticky notes directly on your desktop as quick reminders or in any OLE-enabled program, such as Word, to add electronic comments or reminders to your documents. • • • • Launch Sticky Notes and the application automatically opens to a new note.
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Chapter 4 – FAQ’s Chapter 4 – FAQ’s • How do I clean the champ connector on the back of the Hammerhead? Contact WalkAbout Technical Support at 888-872-1100 for loading device drivers for any variety of peripheral that may need to be installed. • How do I activate the “Screen Keyboard”? • If you are using Windows XP Tablet PC, click the Input Panel button on the task bar. The Tablet PC Input Panel opens.
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Chapter Chapter 5 - Warranty Chapter 5 – Warranty 3. TERMS AND CONDITIONS 5Warranty Information This chapter outlines coverage, terms and conditions of WalkAbout Computer’s Limited Warranty and how to obtain warranty service. (i) This Warranty applies to the retail purchaser or lessee of Products and Accessories that have been properly installed, used and serviced according to the specifications provided and practiced by WalkAbout Computers.
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Chapter 5 – Warranty 7. COMPANY INFORMATION AND RETURN ADDRESS All returns for warranty service should be made to: WalkAbout Computers 1501 Northpoint Parkway, Suite 103 West Palm Beach, FL 33407 (888) 462-0300 (561) 712-0300 Customer Service Toll-free technical support is available from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST by calling (888) 872-1100. Please call this number to receive return merchandise authorization prior to returning any equipment for repairs of any type.
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Notices Notices If necessary, the user should consult an experienced radio/television technician for additional suggestions.