Chapter 1 Getting Help • Using the Gateway Web site • Using Help and Support • Using BigFix • Using Your Computer guide • Using online help 1
Chapter 1: Getting Help Thank you for purchasing our convertible tablet PC! You have made an excellent decision choosing Gateway. We are sure that you will be pleased with the outstanding quality, reliability, and performance of your new convertible tablet PC. Each and every Gateway convertible tablet PC uses the latest technology and passes through the most stringent quality control tests to ensure that you are provided with the best product possible.
Gateway Web site Gateway Web site Gateway's online support is available 24 hours per day, 7 days per week and provides the most current drivers, product specifications, tutorials, and personalized information about your convertible tablet PC. Visit the Gateway Support Web site at support.gateway.com. Using Support The Support site is divided into seven major areas: ■ Support Home ■ Product Support ■ Downloads ■ Customer Service ■ Upgrade Center ■ Resources ■ Contact Us www.gateway.
Chapter 1: Getting Help Support Home Tap or click Support Home. To view support documents for your convertible tablet PC, type your serial number in the Serial Number box, then tap or click Submit. Tap or click the arrow button to open the Select Your Computer Product box, then tap or click Notebook Computers to access product documentation, specifications, and guides for all Gateway notebooks. Product Support Tap or click Product Support to view a list of all the products that Gateway supports.
Help and Support Help and Support Your convertible tablet PC includes Help and Support, an easily accessible collection of help information, troubleshooters, and automated support. Use Help and Support to answer questions about Windows and to help you quickly discover and use the many features of your Gateway convertible tablet PC. To start Help and Support: ■ Tap or click Start, then tap or click Help and Support. Help and Support opens.
Chapter 1: Getting Help Searching for a topic To search for a topic in Help and Support, type a word or phrase (keyword) in the Search box located at the top of any Help and Support screen, then tap or click the arrow button. For each search, you receive the following search result types: ■ Suggested Topics - These topics are located in Help and Support and are relevant to your search topic.
Using Your Computer guide To learn more about using BigFix: ■ From the BigFix program, tap or click Help, then tap or click Tutorial. Using Your Computer guide In addition to this guide, the Using Your Computer guide has been included on your hard drive. The Using Your Computer guide includes information on using Windows, using the Internet, sending a fax, and changing power-saving settings as well as other topics.
Chapter 1: Getting Help You can search for information by viewing the help contents, checking the index, searching for a topic or keyword, or browsing through the online help. 8 www.gateway.
Chapter 2 Checking Out Your Gateway Convertible Tablet PC • Identifying features • Locating your convertible tablet PC’s model and serial number • Locating the Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity • Locating the specifications for your convertible tablet PC • Purchasing accessories 9
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Convertible Tablet PC Front Component Icon Description LCD panel release latch Open the LCD panel by sliding the release latch. Pen Write, tap, and input directly on your convertible tablet PC’s display using the cordless pen. Speaker Provides audio output when headphones or amplified speakers are not plugged in. Microphone jack Plug a microphone into this jack. Headphone jack Plug amplified speakers or headphones into this jack.
Left Left Component Icon Description Power connector Plug the AC adapter cable into this connector. Docking port Connect the port replicator to this port. Warning: Power is passed through this port. This docking connection is certified to UL 1950 for use only with port replicators designed for your Gateway notebook. Monitor port Plug an analog VGA monitor or projector into this port. For more information, see “Viewing the display on a projector or monitor” on page 69.
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Convertible Tablet PC Component Icon Description IEEE 1394 port Plug an IEEE 1394 (also known as Firewire® or i.Link®) device (such as a digital camcorder) into this 4-pin IEEE 1394 port. PC Card slot Insert one Type II PC Card into this slot. For more information, see “Adding and removing a PC Card” on page 67. Power switch Slide to turn the power on or off. You can also configure the power switch for Standby/Resume mode.
Right Component Modular bay Icon Description Use this bay for a DVD drive or combination DVD/CD-RW drive. For more information, see “Changing modules” on page 60. To determine the type of drive in the modular bay, examine the drive tray’s plastic cover and compare the logo to those listed in “Identifying drive types” on page 62. Important: Your convertible tablet PC may have come with a DVD or combination DVD/CD-RW. To order a different module, contact Gateway.
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Convertible Tablet PC Bottom Component Icon Description System label Includes the product model number. For more information, see “Identifying your model” on page 17. Memory bay Install a memory module into this bay. For more information, see “Adding or replacing memory” on page 87. Pen latch Slide to release the pen. Battery latch Slide to release the battery. For more information, see “Changing batteries” on page 78.
Keyboard area Keyboard area Component Icon Description Keyboard Provides all the features of a full-sized computer keyboard. For more information, see “Using the keyboard” on page 33. Touchpad Provides all the functionality of a mouse. For more information, see “Using the EZ Pad touchpad” on page 39. www.gateway.
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Convertible Tablet PC LCD panel Component Icon Description Microphone Record audio through this microphone. The built-in microphone is turned off while an external microphone is connected. For the location of your microphone jack, see “Left” on page 11 and “Back” on page 106. Tablet control buttons See “Tablet Control Buttons” on page 37 for a description of each button. Status indicators Inform you of the power status or when a drive is in use.
Identifying your model Identifying your model Important The labels shown in this section are for informational purposes only. Label information varies by model, features ordered, and location. Gateway model and serial number The label on the bottom of your convertible tablet PC contains information that identifies your convertible tablet PC model and its features. Gateway Customer Care will need this information if you call for assistance. Gateway model number www.gateway.
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Convertible Tablet PC Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity The Microsoft Certificate of Authenticity label found on the bottom of your convertible tablet PC includes the product key code for your operating system. Finding your specifications For more information about your convertible tablet PC, such as memory size, memory type, and hard drive size, visit Gateway’s Support site at support.gateway.com.
Accessories Accessories To order accessories, visit the Accessory Store at accessories.gateway.com. Batteries and automobile/airplane power adapters If you run your convertible tablet PC on battery power for extended periods, you may want to buy an additional battery so you can swap batteries when necessary. See “Changing batteries” on page 78 for more information about using an additional battery.
Chapter 2: Checking Out Your Gateway Convertible Tablet PC Printers You can attach almost any type of printer to your convertible tablet PC. The most common types are inkjet and laser printers, which print in color or black and white. Inkjet printers and cartridges are relatively inexpensive, but they are slower than laser printers. Using an inkjet color printer, you can print pictures, banners, and greeting cards, as well as documents.
Chapter 3 Getting Started • Installing the battery • Connecting the AC adapter • Connecting the dial-up modem • Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network • Turning your convertible tablet PC on and off • Using the status indicators • Using the keyboard, buttons, and the EZ Pad touchpad • Using the display and pen • Adjusting the volume • Connecting to a wireless network 21
Chapter 3: Getting Started Installing the battery To install the battery: 1 2 3 Close the LCD panel. 4 Slide the battery lock to the locked position. Turn your convertible tablet PC over so the bottom is facing up. Hold the battery label-side down and lower it into the open battery bay until the battery clicks into place. Connecting the AC adapter You can run your convertible tablet PC using an AC adapter or your convertible tablet PC’s battery. The battery was shipped to you partially charged.
Connecting the AC adapter To connect the AC adapter: 1 Connect the power cord to the AC adapter. Caution Make sure that you use the AC adapter that came with your convertible tablet PC or one of the same type purchased from Gateway. Replace the power cord if it becomes damaged. The replacement cord must be of the same type and voltage rating as the original cord or your convertible tablet PC may be damaged. 2 Connect the AC adapter to your convertible tablet PC’s power connector. www.gateway.
Chapter 3: Getting Started 3 Plug the power cord into a wall outlet. The battery charge indicator turns on (see “Status indicators” on page 31 for the location of the battery charge indicator). If the battery charge indicator does not turn on, unplug the adapter from your convertible tablet PC, then plug it back in.
Connecting the dial-up modem Connecting the dial-up modem Your convertible tablet PC has a built-in 56K modem that you can use to connect to a standard telephone line. Warning To reduce the risk of fire, use only No. 26 AWG or larger telecommunications line cord. To connect the modem: 1 Insert one end of the modem cable into the modem jack right side of your convertible tablet PC. 2 Insert the other end of the modem cable into a telephone wall jack.
Chapter 3: Getting Started Connecting to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network Your convertible tablet PC has a network jack that you can use to connect to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network. To connect to a cable or DSL modem or to an Ethernet network: 26 1 Insert one end of the network cable into the network jack the back of your convertible tablet PC. 2 Insert the other end of the network cable into a cable modem, DSL modem, or Ethernet network jack.
Starting your convertible tablet PC Starting your convertible tablet PC To start your convertible tablet PC: 1 Slide the latch on the front of your notebook, then lift the LCD panel. 2 If you do not have the power on lid lift feature activated, press the power switch button on the LCD panel. For more information, see “Turning on the Power on Lid Lift feature” on page 28. The power button is preset to On/Off mode. However, you can also set it to function in Standby/Resume mode.
Chapter 3: Getting Started 3 If you are starting your convertible tablet PC for the first time, follow the on-screen instructions to set up your convertible tablet PC. Warning Do not work for long periods with the convertible tablet PC resting on your lap. If the air vents are blocked, the convertible tablet PC may become hot enough to harm your skin. Caution Provide adequate space around your convertible tablet PC so air vents are not obstructed.
Turning off your convertible tablet PC Waking up your convertible tablet PC When you have not used your convertible tablet PC for several minutes or if you close the LCD panel without turning off your convertible tablet PC, it may enter a power-saving mode called Standby. While in Standby, the power indicator flashes. If your convertible tablet PC is in Standby mode, press the power button to “wake” it up.
Chapter 3: Getting Started Restarting (rebooting) your convertible tablet PC If your convertible tablet PC does not respond to keyboard, touchpad, or mouse input, you may have to close programs that are not responding. If closing unresponsive programs does not restore your convertible tablet PC to normal operation, you may have to restart (reboot) your convertible tablet PC. To close unresponsive programs and restart your convertible tablet PC: 1 Press the Windows Security button .
Status indicators As a part of the regular startup process, a program to check the disk status runs automatically. When the checks are finished, Windows starts. Status indicators Status indicators inform you when a drive is being used or when a button has been pressed that affects how the keyboard is used. Indicator Icon Description Wireless network (optional) ■ Drive ■ ■ ■ Num lock ■ 1 Caps lock ■ ■ A ■ LED on - Wireless network is turned on. LED off - Wireless network is turned off.
Chapter 3: Getting Started Indicator Battery charge Icon Description The LED shows the battery activity and status. LED blue - battery is fully charged. LED purple - battery is charging. ■ LED blinking red - battery charge is very low. ■ LED solid red - battery is malfunctioning. This LED only lights up when your convertible tablet PC is connected to AC power or the battery charge is very low. ■ ■ Power The LED shows your convertible tablet PC’s power status.
Using the keyboard Using the keyboard Your convertible tablet PC features a full-size keyboard that functions the same as a desktop computer keyboard. Many of the keys have been assigned alternate functions, including shortcut keys for Windows, function keys for specific system operations, and the Num Lock keys for the numeric keypad.
Chapter 3: Getting Started Key types The keyboard has several different types of keys. Some keys perform specific actions when pressed alone and other actions when pressed in combination with another key. Key type Function keys Icon Description Press these keys labeled F1 to F12 to perform actions in programs. For example, pressing F1 may open help. Each program uses different function keys for different purposes. See the program documentation to find out more about the function key actions.
Using the keyboard System key combinations When you press the FN key and a system key at the same time, your convertible tablet PC performs the action identified by the text or icon on the key. Press and hold FN, then press this system key... To... Turn the optional wireless network on or off. For more information, see the printed network guide that came with your notebook. Warning: Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft.
Chapter 3: Getting Started Press and hold FN, then press this system key... To... Skip back one CD song or DVD track. Skip ahead one CD song or DVD track. Turn on Num Lock so you can use the numeric keypad. Press this key combination again to turn off Num Lock. The Num Lock status indicator appears when this function is turned on. Increase the brightness of the display. Decrease the brightness of the display. Mute the sound. Press the key combination again to restore the sound.
Tablet Control Buttons Tablet Control Buttons Press the tablet control buttons to control the convertible tablet PC while it is in tablet mode. The buttons have dimples so you can press them with your pen. XtraBright/ XtraDim Screen rotation Button Icon Tablet input panel Windows security Press to... Screen rotation Rotate the display orientation. For more information, see “Changing display orientation” on page 44. Windows security Open the Windows Task Manager.
Chapter 3: Getting Started Button XtraBright/XtraDim Icon Press to... Increase the LCD panel brightness above the normal brightest setting for 255 seconds. Use this feature in bright lighting situations, such as outside in bright sunlight. Press a second time to decrease the brightness below the normal dimmest setting. Use this feature in dim lighting situations. Press a third time to return the display to the normal brightness setting. Important: Using this feature will affect battery performance.
Using the EZ Pad touchpad Using the EZ Pad touchpad The EZ Pad™ consists of a touchpad, two buttons, and a scroll zone. Touchpad Scroll zone Left button Right button When you move your finger on the touchpad, the pointer (arrow) on the screen moves in the same direction. You can use the scroll zone to scroll through documents. Use of the scroll zone may vary from program to program. www.gateway.
Chapter 3: Getting Started You can use the EZ-Pad left and right buttons below the touchpad to select objects. Tips & Tricks To... For instructions on how to adjust the double-click speed, pointer speed, right-hand or left-hand configuration, and other touchpad settings, see “Changing the mouse or touchpad settings” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To access this guide, click Start, All Programs, then click Gateway Documentation. Do this...
Using the EZ Pad touchpad To... Do this... Access a shortcut menu or find more information about an object on the screen. Position the pointer over the object. Quickly press and release the right button once. This action is called right-clicking. Move an object on the screen. Position the pointer over the object. Press the left button and hold it down, then use the touchpad to move (drag) the object to the appropriate part of the screen. Release the button to drop the object where you want it.
Chapter 3: Getting Started Using the display Your convertible tablet PC’s screen combines the eye-soothing readability of a liquid-crystal display with the responsiveness of a pen controller. The screen provides a hard, smooth writing surface, minimizes glare, and increases readability. ■ Unlike other touchscreens and PDAs, your convertible tablet PC’s display responds only to your convertible tablet PC’s pen. Your convertible tablet PC will not respond to a PDA pen or the touch of a fingertip.
Using the display Converting the display from notebook to tablet mode To convert the display from notebook mode to tablet mode: 1 2 Open the LCD panel to the normal viewing position. Locate the rotation direction arrow on the LCD panel hinge. Rotation direction arrow 3 Rotate the LCD panel in the direction of the rotation direction arrow until the panel is backwards. The panel soft-locks into the final position. www.gateway.
Chapter 3: Getting Started 4 Close the LCD panel onto the keyboard. There is a click when the LCD panel latch locks. Changing display orientation You can change the display orientation from the default, landscape (horizontal), to portrait (vertical) or secondary landscape (180 degrees from the default) using the Screen Rotation button. For more information, see “Tablet Control Buttons” on page 37. To change display orientation: ■ Press the Screen Rotation button to step through display orientations.
Using the display Adjusting brightness To adjust screen brightness: ■ Use the increase brightness and decrease brightness keys on the keyboard. For more information, see “System key combinations” on page 35. XtraBright/XtraDim Use XtraBright to increase the LCD panel brightness above the normal brightest setting for 255 seconds. Use this feature in bright lighting situations, such as outside in bright sunlight. Use XtraDim to decrease the brightness below the normal dimmest setting.
Chapter 3: Getting Started Using the pen Your convertible tablet PC’s pen is the only device that can write, tap, and input directly on your convertible tablet PC’s display. Caution A finger-tap or PDA stylus has no effect on your convertible tablet PC’s display, and ink pens and other pointed objects could damage the surface. Always use the pen that came with your convertible tablet PC. You can order extra pens from Gateway. Caution Do not sharply strike the display.
Using the pen To remove the pen from our convertible tablet PC: 1 Locate the pen latch on the bottom of your convertible tablet PC. For more information, see “Bottom” on page 14. 2 Slide the pen latch until the pen is released from the pen holder. www.gateway.
Chapter 3: Getting Started Adjusting the volume You can use the volume control to adjust the overall volume of your convertible tablet PC. To adjust the overall volume level using hardware controls: ■ If you are using external speakers, turn the knob on the front of the speakers. -ORUse the mute and volume control buttons on the keyboard. For more information, see “System key combinations” on page 35.
Turning your wireless radio on or off Turning your wireless radio on or off Warning Radio frequency wireless communication can interfere with equipment on commercial aircraft. Current aviation regulations require wireless devices to be turned off while traveling in an airplane. IEEE 802.11a, IEEE 802.11b, and IEEE 802.11g communication devices are examples of devices that provide wireless communication.
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Chapter 4 Using Windows XP Tablet PC 2005 • Using Tablet PC extensions • Adjusting tablet and pen settings 51
Chapter 4: Using Windows XP Tablet PC 2005 Using Windows XP Tablet PC 2005 The Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC 2005 operating system is a fully functioning version of Windows XP Professional with added pen-based computing features: ■ Tablet and Pen Settings — set properties for the pen, tablet buttons, and display screen ■ Tablet PC Input Panel (TIP) — use its writing pad, soft keyboard, and voice recognition for entering data ■ Windows® Journal — hand-write documents, then turn them into text or image
Using Tablet PC extensions Using Tablet PC extensions Calibration The first time you use your convertible tablet PC, you should calibrate your pen for both portrait and landscape orientations. Calibration ensures the accuracy of the pen and adjusts the screen’s performance for different users.
Chapter 4: Using Windows XP Tablet PC 2005 ■ To erase, draw a short, wide “Z.” ■ You will find more information about gestures and gesture symbols, as well as handwriting tips, in the TIP help. For more information, see “Tablet Input Panel (TIP)” on page 55. Pen button The pen button serves the same function as the right button on a mouse. Press it and tap (button-tap) to open right-click menus when they are available.
Using Tablet PC extensions ■ Your convertible tablet PC responds to most Penabled™ EMR pens manufactured by Wacom®. Tablet Input Panel (TIP) Tap the Keyboard icon near the Start button to open the Tablet Input Panel (TIP). Use the TIP to enter data by hand, soft keyboard, or voice into a word processing program or a text-entry form. ■ Access the TIP keyboard and writing pad by tapping or clicking the tabs near the bottom of the window.
Chapter 4: Using Windows XP Tablet PC 2005 ■ To adjust writing pad and keyboard settings, tap or click the Tools and Options icon , then tap or click Options. ■ For security and accuracy when entering masked text (such as passwords), use your convertible tablet PC Input Panel’s soft keyboard instead of the writing pad. Using speech recognition The convertible tablet PC is designed to accept and interpret the human voice, both for dictation (speech recognition) and for keyboard-equivalent voice commands.
Adjusting tablet and pen settings ■ Use the built-in microphone or an external microphone. ■ To modify the speech recognition function, see “Adjusting the Tablet PC Input Panel Settings” on page 58.
Chapter 4: Using Windows XP Tablet PC 2005 3 Change the button settings, then tap or click OK. Adjusting the Tablet PC Input Panel Settings To adjust writing pad, writing tools, and speech settings: 58 1 2 Tap or click the Keyboard icon 3 Tap or click a tab, then change the input panel settings. . Tap or click the Tools and Options icon www.gateway.com , then tap or click Options.
Chapter 5 Using Drives and Ports • Changing modules • Using DVD drives • Using the media card reader • Using a PC Card • Viewing the display on a monitor, projector, or television • Connecting a video camera to your convertible tablet PC 59
Chapter 5: Using Drives and Ports Changing modules Your convertible tablet PC’s modular bay supports different bay modules, such as a DVD or combination DVD/CD-RW drive. Modular bay lock screw Modular bay latch To change bay modules: 60 1 2 Make sure that the drive is empty. 3 4 Close the LCD panel. Turn off your convertible tablet PC (do not place it in Standby or Hibernate mode).
Changing modules 5 6 Turn your convertible tablet PC over so the bottom is facing up. Remove the module bay lock screw. Screw 7 Slide and hold the module bay latch. The module may move out slightly. 8 Slide the module out. www.gateway.
Chapter 5: Using Drives and Ports 9 10 Firmly push the new module straight into the bay until the latch clicks into place. Replace the module bay lock screw. Using the DVD drive You can use your convertible tablet PC to enjoy a wide variety of multimedia features. Important Some music CDs have copy protection software. You may not be able to play these CDs on your convertible tablet PC. Identifying drive types Your Gateway convertible tablet PC may contain one of the following drive types.
Using the DVD drive Inserting a CD or DVD Eject button Manual eject hole Activity indicator To insert a CD or DVD: 1 Press the eject button on the DVD drive. After the tray opens slightly, pull the disc tray completely open. 2 Place the disc in the tray with the label facing up, then press down carefully on the disc until it snaps into place. Important 3 When you place a single-sided disc in the tray, make sure that the label side is facing up.
Chapter 5: Using Drives and Ports Playing a CD Use a music program or Windows Media Player on your convertible tablet PC to: ■ Play music CDs ■ Create MP3 and WMA music files from your music CDs ■ Edit music track information ■ Use your music files to build a music library Tips & Tricks For more information about playing CDs, see “Using Windows Media Player” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive.
Using the memory card reader Tips & Tricks For more information about creating CDs, see “Using Windows Media Player”, “Using Nero Express”, and “Editing videos” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive. To access this guide, tap or click Start, All Programs, then tap or click Gateway Documentation. Using the memory card reader You can use memory cards to transfer pictures from a digital camera to your convertible tablet PC.
Chapter 5: Using Drives and Ports Important Insert the SmartMedia card with the label facing down. Your convertible tablet PC only accepts 3.3V SmartMedia cards. Using a memory card To access a file on a memory card: 1 2 Tap or click Start, then tap or click My Computer. Double-tap or double-click the drive letter (for example, the E: drive), then double-tap or double-click the file name. Removing a memory card Important 66 Do not use the remove hardware icon in the taskbar to remove the memory card.
Adding and removing a PC Card To remove a memory card: 1 Push the memory card into the convertible tablet PC. The memory card pops out slightly. 2 3 Pull the memory card out of the convertible tablet PC. Insert the protector into the memory card slot. Adding and removing a PC Card Your convertible tablet PC has a PC Card slot (also known as a PCMCIA card slot). This slot accepts one Type II card.
Chapter 5: Using Drives and Ports To insert a PC Card: ■ Push the card firmly into the PC Card slot label-side up until the outer edge of the card is flush with the side of your convertible tablet PC. To remove a PC Card: 1 Tap or click the remove hardware name, then tap or click Stop. icon in the taskbar, the PC Card -ORTurn off your convertible tablet PC. Important 2 68 If the remove hardware icon does not appear on the taskbar, tap or click the show hidden icons button.
Viewing the display on a projector or monitor 3 Eject the PC Card by pressing the eject button again. Viewing the display on a projector or monitor You can use your convertible tablet PC for giving presentations by connecting an external monitor or projector to your monitor (VGA) port. Your convertible tablet PC supports simultaneous LCD and CRT display. Simultaneous display lets you control the presentation from your convertible tablet PC and at the same time face your audience.
Chapter 5: Using Drives and Ports 4 Plug the projector’s or monitor’s power cord into an AC power source and turn it on. Windows recognizes the new hardware and searches for its driver. You may need to install the driver from the disc supplied by the manufacturer or download the driver from the manufacturer’s Web site. 5 After the driver is installed, button-tap or right-click any empty space on the desktop, then tap or click Properties. The Display Properties dialog box opens.
Viewing the display on a television Important Press FN+F3 to switch between viewing the display on the LCD panel and viewing the display on the projector or monitor. Important If an external monitor or projector is connected and you close the LCD panel, your convertible tablet PC may turn off the LCD panel, but will not enter Standby mode.
Chapter 5: Using Drives and Ports 5 Tap or click Start, then tap or click Control Panel. The Control Panel window opens. If your Control Panel is in Category View, tap or click Appearance and Themes. 6 Tap/Double-tap or click/double-click the Display icon. The Display Properties dialog box opens. 7 Tap or click the Settings tab. 8 Tap or click Advanced. The Multiple Monitors and Intel Properties dialog box opens. 9 10 72 Tap or click the Intel Extreme Graphics tab.
Viewing the display on a television 11 Tap or click the Television button. Important 12 If you are traveling internationally, you may need to change the video standard. For example, many televisions in Asia use PAL instead of NTSC. Tap or click Apply. Changing from one display to another After you have set up the second display on your convertible tablet PC to be a television, you can quickly switch between viewing the display on the LCD panel and viewing it on the television. To...
Chapter 5: Using Drives and Ports Connecting a video camera to your convertible tablet PC Your convertible tablet PC has a 4-pin IEEE 1394 port (also known as a Firewire® or i.Link® port) for connecting devices such as a video camera. To connect your video camera to your convertible tablet PC: 1 Connect one end of the IEEE 1394 cable to your video camera. For the location of the IEEE 1394 port, see “Left” on page 11.
Chapter 6 Managing Power • Checking and recharging the battery • Recalibrating the battery • Changing batteries • Extending the life of the battery 75
Chapter 6: Managing Power Monitoring the battery charge Your new Gateway convertible tablet PC is designed to provide an exceptional balance of performance and portability. Your convertible tablet PC uses the latest chipset and mobile processor technologies to manage the processor speed and power consumption for a greater battery life experience. This design provides you with maximum performance when plugged into AC power balanced with optimized battery life when on battery power.
Recharging the battery If your battery charge indicator displays what looks like an inaccurate charge, you may need to recalibrate the battery. For more information, see “Recalibrating the battery” on page 77. Recharging the battery The battery recharges while it is installed and your convertible tablet PC is connected to AC power. While the battery recharges, the battery charge indicator turns on and the power cord icon in the taskbar has a lightning bolt .
Chapter 6: Managing Power 5 Open the Exit menu, then highlight Exit Saving Changes and press ENTER. 6 Select Yes, then press ENTER. The battery recalibration process begins and a screen opens showing you the progress. The entire process will take several hours. Important Do not interrupt the battery recalibration process. If recalibration is interrupted, you must start the process over again. When the recalibration has finished, the message “Press [Esc] key to exit” appears. 7 Press ESC.
Changing batteries Battery latch Battery Battery lock To change the battery: 1 Disconnect your convertible tablet PC from the optional port replicator (see “Disconnecting from the port replicator” on page 110). 2 If your convertible tablet PC is on and is connected to AC power, go to Step 3. -ORIf your convertible tablet PC is on and is not plugged into an AC outlet, save your work and turn off your convertible tablet PC. 3 4 Close the LCD panel.
Chapter 6: Managing Power 80 5 Slide the battery lock to the unlocked position, then slide the battery release latch. 6 Lift the battery out of the bay. 7 Place a recharged battery into the bay and press down until it snaps into place. 8 9 Slide the battery lock to the locked position. Turn your convertible tablet PC over. www.gateway.
Extending battery life 10 Open the LCD panel and press the power button. Extending battery life Conserving battery power To conserve power while using the battery to power your convertible tablet PC: ■ Dim the display as low as is comfortable. For dim or dark environments, use the XtraBright/XtraDim button to set your display to the dimmest setting possible. ■ Remove PC Cards when you do not need them. Many PC Cards use a small amount of power while inserted, even if they are not being used.
Chapter 6: Managing Power ■ Use the DVD drive only when necessary. This drive uses a large amount of power. ■ Recharge the battery often, take an extra battery, and fully recharge the batteries before traveling. For more information, see “Recharging the battery” on page 77 and “Changing batteries” on page 78. Tips & Tricks ■ For more information about traveling with your convertible tablet PC, see “Traveling with your notebook” in Using Your Computer which has been included on your hard drive.
Extending battery life ■ Hibernate - (also called save to disk) writes all current memory (RAM) information to the hard drive, then turns your convertible tablet PC completely off. The next time you turn on your convertible tablet PC, it reads the memory information from the hard drive and opens the programs and documents that were open when you activated Hibernate mode. Using power saving modes Always save your work before using Standby mode.
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