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Contents Introduction Package Contents ......................................................................................... Precautions .................................................................................................... Features ........................................................................................................ Front Control Buttons & Features ............................................................. Rear Connection Ports & Panels ..............................
I NTR ODUCTION IMPORTANT! Be sure to charge the battery overnight before using the V212/ V212x. For more information, see the Basic Setup section. PACKAGE CONTENTS This user guide helps you setup your V212/V212x and introduces you to its many features. Important: Save the original box and all packing material for future shipping needs.
FEATURES FRONT CONTROL BUTTONS & FEATURES 5 1 6 2 7 8 3 4 9 10 Figure 1: Front of V212/V212x Features, Lights, and Buttons 1. Antenna Activity Indicator Light 2. Speaker 3. Mouse Button - Right Click 4. Mouse Button - Left Click 5. Power On/Off Indicator Light 6. On/Off Switch 7. Input Panel On/Off Switch 8. Web Browser Button - Log On/Off to the Internet 9. Cursor Navigation Button 10.
REAR CONNECTION PORTS & PANELS 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 1 2 18 18 3 16 14 18 18 4 17 15 Figure 2: Back of V212/V212x Ports, Buttons, Slots, Jacks, & Switches 1. Microphone Jack 2. Headphone Jack 3. DC Power Jack 4. Main Battery Compartment 5. Stylus in Storage Slot 6. Stylus Tether Port 7. USB Ports (Two) - for Keyboard and Mouse 8. Reset Button 9. CF Card Eject Button 10. CF Card Slot 11. Consumer Infra Red (CIR) 12. Standard VGA Port 13. USB Mini-B Port 14.
BASIC SETUP (DEPENDING ON MODEL) This section explains the ports, cables, connections and hardware used to get you started. More details and connection options are explained in the next section, Using the V212/V212x. BASIC SOFTWARE INCLUDED The following software comes with the V212/V212x: ® Windows CE 5.
CHARGING THE BATTERY USING THE AC/DC POWER CONVERTER Before using the V212/V212x for the first time, charge the battery for at least 5 hours. You may charge, recharge, and/or operate your V212/V212x with available AC power using the AC/DC power converter. Use the AC/DC power converter as shown in the figure below. Caution: Use only the power converter supplied with your V212/V212x. 1 Plug the AC/DC cable into the V212/ V212x. 2 Connect the power cord to the AC/DC adapter.
U SING THE V212/V212 X THE BUTTONS The buttons on the right and left side of the V212/V212x screen give you quick access to utilities and provide navigational control. 3 4 5 1 6 2 Figure 4: The V212/V212x Buttons 1. Right-click Button - Simulates the right-click button on a mouse. 2. Left-click Button - Simulates the left-click button on a mouse. 3. Power Button - Cycles the unit between On and Stand-by modes. 4.
USING THE STYLUS Use the stylus to “tap” or “double-tap” on an application icon and to select items on the menu. The stylus is also used to “type” on the Input Panel. The two styli that are supplied with your V212/V212x are designed for your screen. Using other sharp pointers could damage your screen. Figure 5: Stylus When not in use, you can conveniently place your stylus in the storage slot located on the top edge of your V212/V212x.
CALIBRATING THE TOUCH SCREEN If your touch screen is not responding accurately to taps with the stylus, you may need to recalibrate the screen. To do so: 1. Tap on the control panel’s Settings button - the Settings window will open 2. Tap on the General Tab 3. Tap on the Realign Button in the Stylus section 4. Follow the on-screen instructions 5. When finished, tap the screen - the re-calibration is complete The instructions will ask you to place the stylus on a series of cross-hair target symbols.
BATTERY & POWER PROPERTIES Your V212/V212x has two power sources, AC (using the AC/DC converter) or battery. To run your V212/V212x from an AC outlet, use the supplied AC/DC adapter cable. It takes the V212/V212x approximately three (3) to four (4) hours to recharge while not in use and five (5) hours while in use. In normal operation (when not connected to an AC outlet), the V212/V212x operates on battery power alone.
BATTERY POWER STATUS The Power Level Icon To determine the Main battery’s current charge level, double-tap the Power icon in the Control Panel window under My Computer. The Power Properties window will open to Battery Status. Battery Status displays the percentage of power left in your Main battery. The Status section also rates the quality of your External power connection and Backup battery as either Good, Low, or Very Low.
CHANGING THE BATTERY - WITH AN AC POWER SOURCE 1. Attach the AC Power Adapter to protect changed files from power outage. 3 1 2 4 5 2. Slide the Battery Latch upward into the unlocked position. 3. Slide out the old battery. 4. Slide in the replacement battery. IMPORTANT! If the replacement battery is not fully charged, be sure to keep the power cable connected until the Power LED is Solid Green. If the unit is in Off Mode, this will take three (3) to four (4) hours, and will take 5.
ANTENNA SIGNAL PROPERTIES Your V212/V212x can use a wireless radio signal standard called Wi-Fi (802.11b/g) to communicate with a local Wi-Fi network connected to a network. The quality of your radio connection signal can be weakened by excessive distance and by intervening materials such as walls and furnishings. If the wireless connection seems to work intermittently, check the quality of your wireless connection.
CONNECTION INFORMATION Accessed from the Task Bar by double-tapping the Nethood icon information window opens displaying three tabs: . The PCI\ISLP21 IP Information Tab - Displays current IP settings IPv6 Information Tab - Displays additional current settings Wireless Information Tab - Automatic IP address assignment PVI \ ISLP21 OK X Wireless Information Select a network and press connect or right-click for more options. To add a new network, double-click ‘Add New’. Add New...
NETWORK SETTINGS MAKE NEW CONNECTION SETTINGS Accessed by from Start on the Task Bar by selecting Settings, Control Panel, then Network and Dial-up Connections.
PCI-ISLP21 SETTINGS Accessed from Start on the Task Bar by selecting Settings, Control Panel, then Network and Dial-up Connections. This panel allows you to assign IP server address and Domain Name server address for your V212/V212x. ISP Address Tab - Allows you to chose between an automatically set IP address (DHCP) or a specified IP (user filled-in) address.
RESETTING THE V212/V212X SOFT RESET Should your V212/V212x lock up or fail to respond to the stylus, it may be restarted without turning off the power. 1. Locate the reset button on the top of your V212/V212x. 2. Use the tip of your stylus to press the reset button to restart your V212/V212x. Figure 8: The Soft Reset Button HARD RESET A hard reset may be required on rare occasions where your V212/V212x completely locks up and the soft reset described above does not help.
COMPACT FLASH (CF) CARDS A CF card can extend the functionality of your V212/V212x by providing added features such as extra storage. USING A CF CARD CF Card 1. Insert CF card carefully into the slot on the top side of the V212/V212x until it snaps into place. 2. Push the release button before removing. CAUTION: Make sure the card is oriented correctly before inserting. Do not force the card in or out. It should be easy to insert or remove.
O PTIONAL A CCESSORIES THE DOCKING STATION The optional V212/V212x Dock permits easy connectivity to an external mouse, a keyboard, and an AC power source. The dock offers a USB mini Type B port and two Type A USB ports. Device in the Dock Rear Ports A B C A DC Power Port B Ethernet Port C USB Type A Ports (Two) Figure 10: Dock and Ports NOTE: When mounted in the Dock, the V212/V212x’s external USB ports become inactive.
COMMERCIALLY AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES External USB Keyboard You can attach a USB external keyboard using any one of the two USB ports on the top side of the V212/V212x as indicated by the arrow in the figure below (or by using the optional Dock shown previously). Figure 11: The USB Keyboard/Mouse Ports External USB Mouse An optional external USB mouse can be connected to the keyboard or connected directly into any one of the V212/V212x’s two USB type-A ports.
A PPENDIX CLEANING & MAINTENANCE • Make sure the V212/V212x is turned off. • Never spray or pour any liquid directly onto the screen or case. • Never immerse the V212/V212x in any liquid. To clean the screen: 1. Wipe the screen with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. This removes dust and other particles. 2. If still not clean, apply a small amount of non-ammonia, non-alcohol based glass cleaner onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, and wipe the screen.
COMPLIANCE & SAFETY NOTICES Mercury warning This product contains mercury. Dispose of in accordance to local, state and federal laws. Power supply safety notice The power supply provided with this device is for use with this device only. Replace only with the same or equivalent type power supply as recommended by the manufacturer.
IMPORTANT NOTE: FCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with a minimum distance of 2.5cm between the equipment and your body. Proper operation of this radio according to the instructions found in this user’s guide will result in user exposure that is substantially below the FCC recommended limits.
Battery safety notice • The battery pack is intended to be used only with this device. • Do not disassemble the pack. • Do not dispose of the battery pack in fire or water. • To avoid risk of fire, burns, or damage to your battery pack, do not allow a metal object to touch the battery contacts. • Handle a damaged or leaking battery with extreme care. If you come in contact with the electrolyte, wash the exposed area with soap and water.
SPECIFICATIONS Processor Intel 520 MHz X-Scale PXA27X Memory RAM: PC 133MHz SDRAM, 128MB Flash ROM: Intel Strata Flash 64 bit UDI Display 10.4" TFT Active Matrix 6-bit LCD Color Display RGB Vertical Stripe, Anti-Glare Screen V212: 800 x 600 Video Resolution V212x: 1024 x 768 Video Resolution Touch Screen 4-wire Resistive Touch Panel/12 bit A/D Software Base Microsoft Windows CE 5.0 (included) Wireless Standard IEEE802.11b/g (Wi-Fi) 2.400-2.
Package Contents In the Package: Wireless Tablet Client V212/V212x Quick Start Guide V212/V212x Battery AC/DC Power Adapter with Power Cord Stylus (2) and Stylus Tether (1) USB Mini-B to A Setup Cable (Blue) V212/V212x CD (with the User Guide, USB Driver) Basic Software Bundle: ® Windows CE 5.
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