User’s Guide TM5000 Series Notebook Computers 9805807-0001 August 1995
Copyright (©) 1995 Texas Instruments Incorporated All Rights Reserved — Printed in U.S.A. TravelMate 5000 Series Notebook Computer User’s Guide TI Part No. 9805807-0001 Original Issue: August 1995 Changes may be made periodically to the information in this publication. Such changes will be incorporated in new editions of this manual. Record the serial number, purchase date, and model number in the spaces provided below. The serial number and model number are recorded on the label affixed to the case.
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Contents Contents Preface Chapter 1 Before You Begin Creating Backup Diskettes .................................1-2 System Files Recovery Diskette ..........................1-3 Features.............................................................1-4 Environment ......................................................1-6 Usage.................................................................1-7 Standby and Suspend ........................................1-9 Safety Ring..........................................
Contents Standby and Suspend ........................................3-8 Battery LEDs .....................................................3-9 Inserting the Battery Pack ................................3-11 Removing the Battery Pack...............................3-12 Charging the Battery ........................................3-13 Utilities ............................................................3-14 Caring for Your Battery ....................................3-15 Chapter 4 Options AC Adapter ........
Contents Chapter 7 Care and Troubleshooting Cleaning the Computer ......................................7-2 Troubleshooting Tips .........................................7-3 Startup Error Messages......................................7-4 Recovering from a Configuration Loss.................
Preface This manual describes features of the Texas Instruments TravelMate 5000 Series of notebook computers. The TM5000 Series computers are similar in appearance and incorporate such features as PCMCIA, internal pointing device, infrared interface, and 16-bit sound. The TravelMate 5000 Series of computers are not only suitable for travel purposes, but can also be used in office environment when connected to a docking station.
Preface operation of your TM5000 Series notebook computer. Use the Quick Start instructions that came with your computer to get your computer running for the first time. Use the online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide to answer questions about your computer that are not answered in this manual. Use the Phoenix SmartShelf on-line documentation for information on MS-DOS ® 6.2 and Windows for Workgroups 3.11.
1 Before You Begin After completing procedures in the Quick Start instructions, read this chapter to learn about important functions of your computer. Some, such as Creating Backup Diskettes, should be performed as soon as possible after the purchase of your computer. Contents Creating Backup Diskettes .................................1-2 System Files Recovery Diskette ..........................1-3 Features.............................................................1-4 Environment ........................
Creating Backup Diskettes Creating Backup Diskettes You should create your backup system diskettes as soon as possible after purchasing your notebook. There are two methods for creating backup system diskettes: n 1-2 ❑ Use the DiskMaker utility from Windows. To use this utility, double-click on the DiskMaker icon in the TravelMate Notebook Center Group. The number of diskettes required to back up each area is indicated by the number of selections on each tab page.
System Files Recovery Diskette System Files Recovery Diskette You are provided a System Files Recovery diskette with your computer. This is a bootable diskette with backup software and enables you to restore minimum system files. For further information, refer to Quick Start instructions or the online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide.
Features Features The following table displays TM5000 Series standard features: 1-4 TM5000 TM5000SE PCI Architecture Yes Yes Memory 8-MB (70 ns DRAM) 8-MB (70 ns DRAM) Video Memory 2 MB 1 MB Graphics Accelerator Yes Yes Displays 10.4" TFT 10.5" DualScan Passive Matrix 9.
Features TM5000 TM5000SE Hard Drive 524-Million Byte (500 MB) or 810-Million Byte (772 MB) on VL Local Bus 524-Million Byte (500 MB) Internal Pointing Device Yes Yes 1-5
Environment Environment This section provides information on the optimum operating environment for your TM5000 Series notebook computer: Temperature Operating: Storage: 50o to 95o F (10o C to 35o C) -4o to 140o F (-20o C to +60o C) Relative Humidity (Noncondensing) Operating: 20% to 80% Storage: 10% to 90% Shock: Operating: Storage: Vibration: Operating: Maximum 6g pulse in X, Y, and Z orientations Maximum 60g pulse in X, Y, and Z orientations Sinusoidal 5 to 20 Hz limited to 0.
Usage ❑ ❑ Never pick up or carry your unit by the LCD. Never use the computer in harsh environments where it could be subjected to rapid temperature changes and excessive dust. ❑ Never expose the computer to excessive vibration. ❑ Never expose the hard disk or floppies to strong magnetic fields, such as those generated by audio system speakers or telephone handsets. ❑ Be sure the wall outlet supplies the voltage required by the AC Adapter.
Usage Caution: In the rare event that you should see or smell anything that indicates overheating (smoke or a strange smell): c 1. Turn the power to the off (s) position. 2. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the power source. 3. Remove battery pack(s). 4. Contact your Texas Instruments dealer.
Standby and Suspend Standby and Suspend Standby and Suspend modes may be used to put your computer to "sleep" whenever it is not actively being used. These two modes assist in saving battery power and allow you to make some hardware configuration changes without turning the computer off. To enter the Standby mode, press Fn-F4 (Standby). This puts your computer into a light sleep and saves battery power. To come out of Standby, press any key.
Safety Ring Safety Ring Your TM5000 Series computer comes with a safety ring. To physically secure your computer, complete the following steps: 1. Insert a thin, sharp instrument into the space on the right side of the computer just above area displaying a lock. Release Metal Safety Ring Metal Safety Ring 2. Carefully push out the metal safety ring. 3. Use a cable to connect the safety ring to a secure source.
Rear Port Covers Rear Port Covers The ports on the rear of the TM5000 Series computer are protected by plastic covers. To open these covers, press the button. Push Button to Open Opening the rear port covers When the notebook is in storage or not in use, you may close the rear port covers by pressing each downward until they click into place.
Rear Port Covers Push Doors to Close Closing rear port covers 1-12
Using the AC Adapter Using the AC Adapter DC Connector AC Adapter Male Plug Female Connector AC Adapter AC Adapter c Charges the internal battery pack(s) and operates the computer on AC power whether or not a battery pack is installed. The AC adapter can be operated anywhere between 100 - 240 volts AC and has a detachable AC power cord. Caution: Use only the AC Adapter supplied with your computer. Another adapter may damage your computer. To connect the AC adapter, complete the following steps: 1.
Using the AC Adapter 2. Plug the DC connector into the matching jack on the left rear panel of the computer. 3. Plug the male end of the AC cord into a wall receptacle using the correct voltage. 4. Turn the computer on or press any key if your system is in sleep mode.
Introduction to the PCI Bus Introduction to the PCI Bus The Peripheral Component Interconnect (PCI) bus provides a solution to I/O bottlenecks on Pentium processors. While this technology is available on many desktops, Texas Instruments is one of the first to offer PCI architecture at the notebook level. The following are some other of the features of your PCI bus: ❑ Bus speeds up to 33 MHz and high transfer rates. This allows for faster running applications.
2 Using Your Computer Before beginning this chapter, ensure you have read and understood Chapter 1. Chapter 2 describes how to start and use your TM5000 Series computer. Contents Starting the Computer .......................................2-2 Brightness .........................................................2-3 Eject Buttons .....................................................2-4 Using LED Indicators .........................................2-6 Using the Pointing Device.................................
Starting the Computer Starting the Computer Power Switch Power switch Power switch 2-2 Turns the computer on and off for both AC and battery operation. With the power switch in the off (s) position, the battery continues to charge; however, all computer functions cease.
Brightness Brightness Brightness Control Brightness Brightness Control n Adjusts the brightness of the illuminated screen. Moving the control up increases the brightness of the display and moving the control down decreases the brightness of the display. The brighter the screen, the more power is used during battery operation. Note: Some TM5000 Series models may have a second slide control that is used for contrast control.
Eject Buttons Eject Buttons There are four eject buttons on TM5000 Series computers. They include: ❑ Two for each PCMCIA card (if two type II cards are installed). Moving the PCMCIA eject button to the left ejects the PCMCIA card from the top (using the left button) or bottom (using the right button) of the PCMCIA slot. ❑ Two for the two battery packs. Moving the battery eject button to the left releases the left (using the left button) or right (using the right button) battery from its compartment.
Eject Buttons Right Battery Eject Button Left Battery Eject Button Battery eject 2-5
Using LED Indicators Using LED Indicators There are several LED indicators on TM5000 Series notebook computers. These indicators reflect the status of certain functions as you are using the system. This section discusses LED indicators for TM5000 Series computers in further detail. Power Low Battery Top LEDs 2-6 Power Indicator Lights green when power is turned on to the notebook computer. If the Suspend button is pressed, the PWR LED turns amber to indicate Suspend mode.
Using LED Indicators Battery LEDs (left) Battery Battery Status (left) LEDs (right) Turbo Battery Status (right) Hard Disk Indicator Floppy Disk Indicator Front LEDs Battery There are four LEDs on the front of each battery compartment. These indicate the remaining battery charge from low (first LED on left) to high (fourth LED from left). Red indicates nearly depleted battery. If battery LEDs are not lit, press the Battery Status button.
Using LED Indicators Floppy Disk Indicator (FDD) Lights when the CPU writes to or reads from the floppy drive. c Caution: Never remove a floppy from the drive while the Floppy Disk indicator is on. You could destroy data and damage the drive. Do not use the floppy disk drive when you are experiencing low battery conditions. Scroll Lock Num Lock Cap Lock 2-8 CAP Lock Indicator (CAP) Lit when the caps lock function is toggled on using the CAPS LOCK key.
Using LED Indicators SCROLL LOCK Indicator (SCR) Lit when the scroll lock function is toggled on using the ScrLk key.
Using the Pointing Device Using the Pointing Device The embedded pointing device offers a unique and efficient way of pointing and selecting in a Windows environment. The following figure displays the embedded pointing device. The Point Left Button Right Button The Point resembles a pencil eraser and is touch-sensitive. To move your cursor, place your finger on The Point and push in the direction you want your cursor to go. The harder you push, the faster the cursor moves.
Volume Control Volume Control To control speaker volume, use the following key combinations: ❑ Ctrl-Alt-D - decreases the speaker volume ❑ Ctrl-Alt-U - increases the speaker volume. To control microphone volume, use Pocket Mixer, refer to Chapter 5 of this manual. For more detailed information, refer to your TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide. n Note: To prevent feedback from the internal microphone and speaker, select Mute from Pocket Mixer. This feature is not available with TM5020SE models.
Using Disk Drives Using Disk Drives Hard Disk The TM5000 Series notebook comes with a 524-million byte (500 MB) or 810-million byte (772 MB) replaceable 2.5 inch hard drive. The hard disk is formatted and loaded with software during manufacture. Do not format the hard disk. Floppy Drive The floppy drive can read from and write to formatted 3.5-inch, double-sided, high-density (2HD), 1.44 MB floppies and to lower capacity, 720 KB, double-density (2DD) floppies.
Using Disk Drives ❑ Insert the floppy into the floppy drive slot with the label side up and the metal-shutter end first. Gently push the floppy into the floppy drive slot until the floppy clicks into place. ❑ To remove a floppy, press the eject button until the floppy pops out. ❑ Never remove a floppy while the indicator on the floppy drive is on. ❑ Never force open the access shutter on a floppy. ❑ Always remove a floppy from the floppy drive before turning off the computer.
Memory Memory Your computer is equipped with 8 MB of random access memory (RAM). Memory expansion can be accomplished by upgrading from 8 MB of memory to up to 32 MB of memory. Refer to Chapter 4, Options, to the online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide, or to the installation instructions that come with optional memory for further information. c 2-14 Caution: TI does not warrant the use of non-TI memory.
Using the Keyboard Using the Keyboard The computer has many special keys, but most of them depend on an application for their functionality. The following keys have special functions at the command level of MS-DOS and within many programs. Single Keys Pause Stops a command or application; primarily used to stop the screen from scrolling; pressing any other key resumes the execution of the command or application Suspend Suspends processing and puts the computer in a deep sleep mode.
Using the Keyboard Unlabeled Combination Keys Ctrl-P Sets the computer to echo keystrokes to the printer; prints a line when you press Enter; continues until you press Ctrl-P again Ctrl-Alt-Esc Loads the ROM-based Setup program Ctrl-Alt-Del Terminates all programs, reloads MS-DOS and executes the AUTOEXEC file; also called “warm start” or “warm boot” 2-16 Ctrl-Alt-↓ Decreases CPU speed from high to low Ctrl-Alt-↑ Increases CPU speed from low to high Ctrl-Alt-D decreases the speaker volume Ctrl-Alt
Using the Internal Numeric Keypad The keyboard has an embedded keypad that provides the same functions as the discrete numeric keypad on an AT enhanced keyboard. The embedded numeric keypad keys shown in the following figure generate AT-keypad characters and functions when pressed in conjunction with NumLk and Fn. The embedded numeric keypad has three modes you can enter by toggling NumLk (FN-ScrLk) as signaled by the NumLk indicator: on, blinking, or off.
Using the Internal Numeric Keypad NumLk Blinking When the NumLk indicator is blinking—caused by pressing the NumLk key while the NumLk indicator is illuminated—the embedded numeric keypad becomes a temporary numeric keypad that does not require pressing any other key. This mode is particularly useful when you have to enter many numbers. If you press and hold Fn in this mode, the keypad keys generate their normal characters. NumLk Off NumLk Off When the NumLk indicator is off, the keyboard acts as normal.
Using Connectors and Ports Using Connectors and Ports This section provides a description of connectors and ports on the rear and right side panel of the TM5000 Series notebook computer. c Caution: Turn off the computer before connecting external devices. Rear ports 1 SIR The serial infrared (SIR) port allows you to connect serial devices (such as another IRDA-compliant computer) without the use of a cord or cable. (Not available with TM5020SE models.
Using Connectors and Ports cards. For further information on the PCMCIA option, refer to Chapter 4, Options. 2-20 3 Parallel (25-pin) Connects to a parallel printer or other device that uses a standard parallel interface. EPP/ECP compatible. 4 Serial (9-pin) Connects to external devices such as a serial printer. 16550 UART.
Using Connectors and Ports Side ports 7 In Connects to miscellaneous sound input devices such as a radio or CD player. (Not available with TM5020SE models.) 8 Out Connects to miscellaneous sound output devices such as a headphones or speakers. (Not available with TM5020SE models.) 9 DC In Connects the AC Adapter output connector to this jack to recharge the battery and supply ac power to the computer. c Caution: Use only the supplied AC Adapter with your computer.
Using Connectors and Ports 2-22 10 PS/2 Connects to an external PS/2 keyboard, PS/2 Numeric Keypad, or a PS/2 mouse may be connected to this port. If you are connecting a 101-type keyboard, a 101 to PS/2 keyboard adapter must be purchased. 11 MIC Connects to external microphone. (Not available with TM5020SE models.
Internal Speaker and Microphone The TM5000 notebook computer comes with an internal speaker and microphone. (This feature is not available on TM5020SE models.) These features give direct sound generation and recording capability in the system. The following figure displays the output location of the internal speakers and microphone. Microphone Speaker Internal speaker and microphone You have the option of opening or shutting the microphone door on the outside cover.
Internal Speakers and Microphone Microphone Latch 2-24
3 Using Battery Power The primary difference between using battery power and AC power is the limited time you can operate under battery power before you must recharge. This chapter covers charging the battery and maximizing the time between charges and assumes that you installed and charged the battery as directed in the Quick Start instructions. Contents Guidelines for Battery Use..................................3-2 Switching to Battery Power.................................
Guidelines for Battery Use Guidelines for Battery Use c Caution: Never dispose of exhausted batteries in a fire. The battery should be handled carefully to ensure maximum life. In particular: ❑ Do not drop the battery or subject it to shocks. ❑ Do not expose the battery to moisture, chemicals, or temperature extremes. ❑ Do not short the battery leads or connect the battery with the wrong polarity. ❑ Charge the battery after several days of disuse to keep it fully charged.
Switching to Battery Power Switching to Battery Power This procedure should only be done if your batteries currently have charge remaining. To determine the current charge state of the battery, press and hold the battery status button on the front of the battery pack. The Lithium-ION battery packs are "hot-pluggable". To use battery power, install batteries as described in Inserting the Battery Pack later in this section.
Responding to Low Battery Conditions When the battery has 5% to 10% of its charge remaining, the Low Battery indicator at the top of the keyboard flashes red. The LED on the front of the battery pack that is closest to the left turns red as your battery nears complete discharge. When the Low Battery LED starts to flash, you typically have about 2–10 minutes remaining before the computer starts to shut down to a deep sleep state.
Responding to Low Battery Conditions ❑ If you are in Windows, double-click on the Shutdown icon to exit all active applications as well as Windows. ❑ Press Fn-F4 or Suspend to put the computer into sleep mode whenever you are not actively using the computer. ❑ Turn off the computer if it does not need to be active. When the computer first shuts down, it goes into a deep sleep mode for about five minutes.
Responding to Low Battery Conditions Hint The computer has two ways to give you advanced warning that the battery is nearing depletion. As the charge in the battery is reduced, peak power loads, such as disk accesses, can cause the Low Battery indicator to indicate low battery power for short periods of time. In Windows, double-clicking on the Battery Status icon in the TravelMate Notebook Center Group displays an estimate of the percentage of charge remaining in the battery.
Checking Battery Charge Checking Battery Charge When you receive new batteries, ensure they are fully charged. To check the charge of any Lithium-ION battery, press the battery status button on the front of the battery pack. The LEDs indicate the current charge. For more information, refer to Battery LEDs and Charging the Battery later in this document.
Standby and Suspend Standby and Suspend Standby and Suspend are the two methods for putting your computer to "sleep." This can save battery power when you are not actively using your computer. Refer to Chapter 1 for detailed information on these functions. Caution: Using the Suspend/Standby modes for too long can discharge the battery to the c 3-8 point that it can no longer power both the LCD and the hard disk.
Battery LEDs Battery LEDs If both battery packs are installed in the computer, they deplete in parallel. When the battery charge gets low, the Low Battery indicator (located above the power switch on the keyboard) flashes red. When the batteries are extremely low, the unit automatically goes into sleep mode for several minutes. During this time, you can replace the batteries one at a time. To do this, press Suspend.
Battery LEDs How Many LEDs Lit? What Color? Percent Charged 1 Red 0 to 10% 1 Green 11 to 25% 2 Green 26 to 50% 3 Green 51 to 75% 4 Green 76 to 100% ❑ n 3-10 Low battery state. Press the Battery Status button to view LEDs. Battery Status only displays the LEDs for a short period, so you may need to press the button again if the LEDs go dark. As the battery discharges, LEDs turn off one at a time from right to left until the battery is almost depleted.
Inserting the Battery Pack Inserting the Battery Pack To install the battery pack into TravelMate TM5000 Series computers, turn the battery so that the rounded corners along the length of the battery match the rounded corners of the battery slots. The LEDs must be facing outward. Insert the battery until it clicks and locks into place.
Removing the Battery Pack Removing the Battery Pack To remove a battery pack, complete the following steps: 1. Slide the left eject button on the top of the notebook to the left to release the left battery. Slide the right eject button to the left to release the right battery. Releasing the battery 2. 3-12 Slide the battery out.
Charging the Battery Charging the Battery This section covers how to charge your battery in the notebook computer. c Caution: Never recharge the battery differently from the procedures described in this document. To recharge your batteries in the notebook, complete the following steps: 1. Install the battery pack in your computer (if not already installed). 2. Connect the AC Adapter. 3. Leave the AC Adapter connected for at least 90 minutes after the battery LEDs turn off.
Utilities Battery Status Utilities Double-click on the Battery Status icon in the TravelMate Notebook Center group to display the battery level icon at the bottom of your screen. To view the Battery Level Settings, single click on the icon to display the menu and select Settings... . This window displays the approximate charge left in your computer based on user-specified settings.
Caring for Your Battery Caring for Your Battery The following operating tips for your notebook can help you prolong the life of a battery charge: ❑ Keep the LCD at the lowest comfortable brightness level. Reducing brightness even a small amount can significantly reduce power consumption and increase operating time. ❑ Press FN-F4 or Suspend whenever you are not actively using the computer. Press any key to resume normal operation.
Caring for Your Battery 3-16 ❑ Use one of the Setup programs to disable ports you are not using. ❑ Use only Texas Instruments options, which are designed to operate with the least possible energy consumption. Third-party options, such as RAM, and mouse devices, can drain the battery more quickly. ❑ Run the computer with the AC Adapter connected when using external devices, such as an external keyboard.
4 Options This chapter provides information on Options available for use with your TM5000 Series computer. For further information on options, please refer to the installation instructions that come with the specific option or to the online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide. This section includes information on the following options: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ AC Adapter PCMCIA PS/2 Numeric Keypad External Monitor Memory Microphone/Headphone Kit SIR Options Miscellaneous Options Contents AC Adapter .............
AC Adapter AC Adapter The AC adapter charges the internal battery packs and operates the computer on AC power whether or not a battery pack is installed. The AC adapter can be operated anywhere between 100 - 240 volts AC and has a detachable AC power cord. c Caution: Use only the AC adapter recommended in this document (TI Part No. 9786094-0001). Another adapter may damage your computer.
PCMCIA PCMCIA PCMCIA option cards are used for: ❑ communication connection (data send/receive/fax/voice modem with XJACK®) ❑ network connection The TM5000 Series computer supports two type I or type II or one Type III PCMCIA option card. To insert new PCMCIA cards, you must first open the door to the PCMCIA slot(s) and then insert the card.
PCMCIA Inserting the PCMCIA card The following PCMCIA cards are available from TI: ❑ PCMCIA 14.4 KB data/send/receive/fax/ voice modem with XJACK® ❑ ❑ PCMCIA Token Ring Card ❑ PCMCIA Ethernet 10BaseT Twisted Pair Card PCMCIA Ethernet 10Base2 Thin Coax Card To install your PCMCIA option card(s), refer to instructions in the online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide, the Installation Instructions (TI Part No.
PCMCIA To eject your PCMCIA option card(s), slide the left (for the top PCMCIA slot) or right (for the bottom PCMCIA slot) PCMCIA buttons to the left.
Numeric Keypad Numeric Keypad The optional PS/2 Numeric Keypad (TI Part No. 258131-0001) can be used instead of the internal numeric keypad. PS/2 Numeric Keypad To use the PS/2 numeric keypad, turn the notebook off. Plug the keypad’s cable connector into the computer’s PS/2 (Mouse/Keyboard) connector located on the left side of the computer (see Connector’s and Ports in Chapter 2).
Using External Monitors Using External Monitors You can also connect the computer to external monitors, many of which can display resolutions higher than 640 x 480. When the external monitor is configured for 640 × 480 × 65K VGA, however, the computer can display on the LCD at the same time as the external monitor. This feature is called SimulSCAN and is enabled in the System Setup using the VGA utility, the SIM.
Memory Memory Your computer is equipped with 8 MB of random access memory (RAM). You can increase memory by installing one of the RAM options: ❑ 8 MB RAM Expansion Board (TI Part No. 9798816-0001). This expands RAM from 8 MB to 16 MB. ❑ 16 MB RAM Expansion Board (TI Part No. 9798816-0002). This expands RAM from 8 MB to 24 MB. ❑ 8-MB Add-On Memory Expansion (TI Part No.
Microphone and Headphone Kit If you have a TM5000 notebook, your computer comes preconfigured with software that supports the optional external microphone and headphone. You can order this option by calling 1-800-TI-TEXAS and asking for TI Part Number 9793399. To plug in your microphone, insert the plug into the Mic port on your notebook. Insert the headphone into the Audio Out port on your notebook. n Note: This feature is not available on TM5020SE models.
SIR Options SIR Options The Serial Infrared (SIR) port offers wireless communication with other TM5000 notebooks or with a variety of IRDA-compliant devices made by other manufacturers. Ensure that the third-party manufacturer supplies you with the appropriate SIR drivers before attempting connection. n Note: This feature is not available on TM5020SE models. To use the SIR port, align the SIR ports of the two devices making sure that the distance separating them is between six inches and one meter.
SIR Options Guide or the online TM5000 Series User’s Reference Guide that came with your computer.
Misc. Options Misc. Options There are additional options available for use with your TM5000 Series computer. These include: Batteries You can purchase spare batteries (TI Part Number 9786247-0001) for your TM5000 Series computer. For information on Lithium-ION batteries, refer to Chapter 3, Using Battery Power. Carrying Case Helps protect the computer and accessories during transport. Three carrying cases are available: Leather Portfolio (TI Part No. 2567028-0001) - carries only the notebook computer.
Misc. Options Printers You can connect almost any parallel printer to the parallel port or a serial printer to the serial port. Texas Instruments makes a variety of laser and ink jet printers you can use with your computer.
5 Using Software This chapter describes the software supplied with the computer and how to configure application software to run on the computer. Contents Using Supplied Software ....................................5-2 Getting Online Help............................................5-3 Windows help ................................................5-3 MS-DOS Help ................................................5-3 TravelMate Utilities Help ...............................
Using Supplied Software Using Supplied Software Your computer is shipped with the following software installed on the hard disk: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ MS-DOS, Version 6.22 or latest version Microsoft Windows for Workgroups Version 3.
Getting Online Help Getting Online Help The following sections discuss help for your software. Windows Help To obtain Windows help, press F1 or Alt-H from the Windows menu or from within the program. You can also double-click on the Readme First, Battips, and BatteryPro APM icons in the TravelMate Notebook Center Group for information about utility programs and power-saving options. MS-DOS Help For general help with MS-DOS commands, type HELP at the MS-DOS C:\> prompt, and press Enter.
Guidelines for Installing Applications Adjusting the Software for the Computer Your computer can execute almost all applications written to execute on AT computers. When installing software, you may need to provide the following information to the installation program: 5-4 Display The LCD has an 80-column by 25-line display with 640 x 480 (VGA) resolution. When installing an application, select the highest-resolution configuration that both the program and the computer can support.
Guidelines for Installing Applications Configuring the Computer for the Software Some programs require you to modify the way the computer operates to ensure compatibility. Processing Some older applications cannot execute at the higher speeds available with the Speed computer. If the user’s manual for the program indicates a maximum processing speed, press Ctrl-Alt-↓ to reduce the CPU to the required speed, or you can include the SPEED utility as part of a batch file that runs the program.
Custom Windows Utilities Custom Windows Utilities TravelMate 5000 has Windows-based utilities described in the following table. For detailed information, use the Windows help files or the online User’s Reference Guide. 5-6 Icon Location Function Shutdown TravelMate Notebook Center Group Saves files, closes applications (if enabled) and exits Windows faster than the standard Windows exiting procedure without loss of data.
Custom Windows Utilities Icon Location Function IntelliPoint Controls Intellipoint Group Controls the mouse. WinMode TravelMate Notebook Center Group Defines monitor information. WinDith TravelMate Notebook Center Group Smoothes shades on the LCD panel when enabled. DiskMaker TravelMate Notebook Center Group Provides a system backup utility. PC-Doctor TravelMate Diagnostics Notebook Center Group Runs system diagnostics.
Custom Windows Utilities n 5-8 Icon Location Phoenix Card Manager TranXit Documents Provides online information on Group PCMCIA operations. Function TranXit Group Runs like File Manager and allows you to connect to the SIR port. (Not available on TM5020SE models.) TI Setup TravelMate Notebook Center Group Customizes the configuration of your TM5000 Series notebook.
Using a Password Using a Password You may set a password from the Setup Menu in DOS. To set a password, complete the following steps: 1. Enter the Setup menu by pressing Ctrl-Alt-Esc. 2. From the Setup Menu, press Tab until you reach the Password field. 3. Press the left or right arrow key. A Modify Password box appears and prompts you to type in a new password. 4. Enter a new password of up to seven characters and press Enter. You are asked to verify the password by retyping it. 5.
Using a Password c 5-10 Caution: If you forget the system password, you will not be able to use your computer. To regain access, you must send your computer to the Texas Instruments manufacturing facility in Temple, Texas; this service is not covered by warranty.
Using Sound Using Sound Sound support has been pre-installed on your TravelMate 5000 system. There are both DOS and Windows sound controls. This section is an overview of the the Sound utilities for your system. To learn more about Sound, refer to the online TravelMate 5000 Series User’s Reference Guide or online help. n Note: Not available on TM5020SE models. Several Sound utilities come packaged with your notebook software.
Using Sound DOS Mixer The DOS Mixer allows you to adjust the volume controls and balance for individual mixer channels and selected record source when not in a Windows environment. To start DOS Mixer, complete the following steps: 1. Go to the Jazz directory (C:\JAZZ) and type JAZZMIX or JAZZTSR - so that you can automatically call up DOS MIXER by pressing the left and right shift keys simultaneously. 2. Press Enter. Playfile Playfile is a DOS-based utility used to play back *.VOC and *.WAV sound files.
Using Sound To use Recfile, type: RECFILE at the DOS prompt in the JAZZ directory. Windows Utilities This section contains information on Windows utilities that support sound on your TM5000 notebook computer. Pocket Recorder Pocket Recorder is a Windows application for recording waveform data. Pocket Recorder can splice and blend files together for interesting audio effects.
Using Sound requesting data is called a client while the application providing data is called the server. OLE clients include Cardfile and Write. OLE servers include Pocket Recorder, Excel, and Sound Recorder. A useful application for OLE would be sending a personal message through E-mail and having the recipient click on the embedded icon to hear your voice message.
Using Sound To start Pocket Mixer, double click on the Pocket Mixer icon in the JAZZ group. Pocket CD Pocket CD is a Windows based application that lets you play audio compact disks if you have a CD-ROM drive attached to your system. Pocket CD has controls similar to those used by the CD audio player you may have in your home entertainment center. Pocket CD can play back music CDs as either an icon or as a maximized window.
6 Important Information This chapter helps you prepare for traveling with your computer, using external devices, and adjusting the Point. Contents Tips for the Traveler ...........................................6-2 What to Take When Traveling.............................6-4 Packing the Computer and Accessories ..............6-5 Using a Mouse ...................................................6-6 Using an External Keyboard...............................6-7 Adjusting Pointer Speed ..........................
Tips for the Traveler Tips for the Traveler Your TravelMate Computer is a precision instrument containing many sensitive components. It should be handled with care. Here are some suggestions for traveling: 6-2 ❑ Never expose the computer to excessive vibration. ❑ Do not check the computer as baggage; take the computer as carry-on luggage if traveling by air. ❑ Do not put the computer through a security X-ray machine or a metal detector; have the computer inspected by hand.
Tips for the Traveler ❑ Changes in temperature and humidity can cause condensation. Allow the computer to return to room temperature, and inspect the LCD for condensation before turning on the computer. If the temperature change is greater than 18° F (10° C), allow the computer to come to room temperature slowly. If possible, leave the computer for 30 minutes in an environment with a temperature between outside and room temperatures. ❑ Always carry the computer in a protective case.
What to Take When Traveling What to Take When Traveling If you plan to use your computer when traveling, you should consider taking the following items: ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ ❑ 6-4 This manual AC Adapter Power cords and adapters for the AC Adapter and peripherals appropriate for the countries to which you will be traveling Fully-charged spare Battery Pack Optional battery charger and accompanying AC adapters and power cords System Files Recovery diskette Backup diskettes (see Chapter 1).
Packing the Computer and Accessories 1. Turn off the computer. Disconnect the AC Adapter from the computer and from the AC outlet. 2. Close and latch the display. 3. Tie up cables using twist ties or rubber bands. 4. Enclose peripherals in plastic bags. 5. Place computer, peripherals, documentation, and floppies in a carrying case. If you do not have a carrying case, put the computer in a briefcase you plan to carry and the other supplies in luggage you plan to check.
Using a Mouse Using a Mouse Although TravelMate 5000 Series computers come with a pointing device already installed, you may use an external PS/2 or serial mouse. 1. Turn off the computer. n Note: If you connect the mouse to the computer while power is on, press Ctrl-Alt-Del (warm start), or cycle power so the computer can detect the presence of the mouse. 2.
Using an External Keyboard Using an External Keyboard If desired, you may connect any IBM-compatible external PS/2 keyboard. If you are using a 101 keyboard, a 101 to PS/2 adapter must first be purchased. To connect the keyboard, complete the following steps: 1. Turn off the computer. n Note: If you connect the PS/2 keyboard to the computer while power is on, press Ctrl-Alt-Del (warm start), or cycle power so the computer can detect the presence of the keyboard. 2.
Adjusting Pointer Speed Adjusting Pointer Speed You can also adjust the pointer speed and button sensitivity, which is the time the pointer image reacts to your manual commands. ❑ ❑ Within Windows, select IntelliPoint Controls from the IntelliPoint group. Adjust the settings to customize the pointer speed. For non-Windows applications, use the MS-DOS MOUSE program to set the speed.
7 Care and Troubleshooting This chapter tells you how to clean your computer safely and solve operational problems. Contents Cleaning the Computer ......................................7-2 Troubleshooting Tips .........................................7-3 Startup Error Messages......................................7-4 Recovering from a Configuration Loss.................
Cleaning the Computer Cleaning the Computer Regularly take the time to check your computer and clean the screen, keyboard, and case to ensure trouble-free computing. c Caution: Never use alcohol, benzine, thinner, or other strong chemical agents that could damage the computer’s case, and never apply liquid directly to the computer, only to a clean cloth. Never spray cleaning fluid or any liquid directly onto the case or screen. Keep the case of the computer free of dust.
Troubleshooting Tips Troubleshooting Tips Computer does not come on when power switch is in the On position Low battery; use AC Adapter and recharge battery. Ensure AC Adapter cable and power cord are securely connected. Connect AC Adapter to another outlet. Eject batteries. Unplug the AC. Then, plug AC back in and insert batteries. Computer power is on but screen is blank Adjust contrast switch. Adjust brightness switch Press any key to take the computer out of Suspend or Standby mode.
Startup Error Messages Startup Error Messages Diskette drive 0 failure Press Ctrl-Alt-Esc to ensure that the drive type is set correctly in Setup (should be 3.5 inch, 1.44 MB). Diskette read failure - press F1 to retry boot Floppy defective or unformatted; insert a different floppy and press F1. Fixed disk failure Turn the computer off; wait several seconds; then turn the computer on again.
Startup Error Messages No boot device available - press F1 to retry boot Press F1 to try loading MS-DOS again. Replace the floppy if you are loading MS-DOS from a floppy. Press Ctrl-Alt-Esc to ensure that the drive type is set correctly in Setup. No boot sector on fixed disk - Press F1 to retry boot Press F1 to try loading MS-DOS from the hard disk again. Load MS-DOS from a floppy, and try to display a directory of drive C. If you cannot display a directory, the hard disk may need to be reformatted.
Recovering from a Configuration Loss In the unlikely event that the battery sustaining the configuration memory becomes depleted or for any other reason the configuration memory becomes corrupted, you must restore the configuration to restore operations. 1. Turn on the computer. A message similar to the following appears: Invalid Configuration Information - Press Enter to run SET_UP - Press the F1 key to continue 2. Press Enter. The first Setup screen appears. 3.
Recovering from a Configuration Loss ❑ Defining how the serial ports communicate To make these additional changes, you can: ❑ Press Fn-Esc (Setup) to run the DOS-based Setup program ❑ Click on the TI Setup icon in Windows to run Windows-based Setup ❑ Restore a saved configuration using the SETCMOS utility Hints Install a fully charged Battery Pack, or leave the AC Adapter connected to the computer for at least 48 hours to fully charge the battery that sustains the configuration memory.
A Where To Get Help Texas Instruments and your Texas Instruments authorized reseller want you to succeed with your TI product. If you are in the United States or Canada and have questions about or operating difficulties with your TI product, follow these steps to get support. If you are outside the United States or Canada, contact one of the numbers listed in the back of this appendix. 1. Call your dealer. Your dealer should be the first person you call when you have questions or difficulties.
Where To Get Help Call TI Express to order options Where To Get Help In the U.S. and Canada 1-800-TI-TEXAS FAX: 1-800-443-2984 For all other locations, dial direct: 1-817-774-6969 FAX: 1-817-774-6869 TI Express hours of operation are 8:00 am to 6:00 pm Central Standard Time, Monday through Friday. For information about other TI products, call the Customer Response Line In the U.S.
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Index Index system files recovery ....... 1-3 A DiskMaker .................. 1-2, 5-7 AC Adapter ............... 1-13, 4-2 Display........................ 1-4, 5-4 AUTOEXEC.BAT ....... 2-16, 5-5 DOS Mixer ....................... 5-12 Batteries...........................4-12 Drop N’ Go ......................... 5-6 charging........................3-13 E inserting........................3-11 leds ......................... 2-7, 3-9 Eject Buttons low battery .............. 2-6, 3-4 pcmcia........
Index labeled combination keys............................2-15 Mouse ................................ 5-4 single keys ....................2-15 port ................................ 1-4 unlabeled combination keys............................2-16 L Laptop File Manager ...........5-6 LEDs battery ............................2-7 cap lock ..........................2-8 hard disk ........................2-7 low battery ......................2-6 num lock.........................2-8 power .......................
Index Pocket Scroll Lock ......................... 2-9 cd..................................5-15 Serial Port ................. 1-4, 2-20 mixer ............................5-14 Setup recorder ........................5-13 DOS-based ................... 2-15 Pointing Device ......... 1-5, 2-10 ROM-based................... 2-16 Port(s)...............................2-19 Shutdown .......................... 5-6 covers ...........................1-11 SIR..........1-4, 2-19, 2-20, 4-10 keyboard ........
Index maintenance and backup .........................1-2 V packing ...........................6-5 VGA .......................... 2-20, 5-2 service............................ A-1 Video.................................. 1-4 starting ...........................2-2 Volume.................... 2-11, 2-16 startup error messages....7-4 W traveling with ..................6-2 WinDith ............................. 5-7 troubleshooting ...............7-3 usage ..............................
