Amtek U560 User manual

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Preface
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Copyright 2007
All Rights Reserved.
The information in this document is subject to change without
prior notice in order to improve reliability, design and function
and does not represent a commitment on the part of the
manufacturer.
In no event will the manufacturer be liable for direct, indirect,
special, incidental, or consequential damages arising out of the
use or inability to use the product or documentation, even if
advised of the possibility of such damages.
This document contains proprietary information protected by
copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be
reproduced by any mechanical, electronic, or other means in
any form without prior written permission of the manufacturer.
Safety Notices
1. Please read these safety instructions carefully.
2. All precautions and warnings on the equipment should be
carefully noted.
3. Please disconnect the computer from the AC outlet before
cleaning.
4. Never pour any liquids into any openings or directly onto
the computer unit. This could result in fire or electrical
shock.
5. Ensure the voltage range of the power outlet is between
100V and 240V before connecting the computer unit.
Exceeding the maximum rated voltage may cause damage
to the AC adapter or to the computer. This could result in
fire or electrical shock.
6. Do not leave this equipment in a non-temperature
controlled environment; storage temperatures below 4°C
(39°F) or above 35°C (95°F) may damage the unit.
To reduce the risk of an electric
shock, which could cause personal injury, please follow all
safety notices. The symbols shown are used in your
documentation and on your equipment to indicate safety
hazards.

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Lithium batteries can be
dangerous. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly
replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type
recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used
batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Under no circumstances should
the user attempt to disassemble the power supply. The
power supply has no user-replaceable parts. Inside the
power supply are hazardous voltages that can cause
serious personal injury. A defective power supply must be
returned to your dealer.
Safety Notices for the Power Cord
This equipment has a 2 or 3-wire power cord. Replace the
power cord if it becomes damaged. Contact your dealer for an
exact replacement.
In the U.S.A. and Canada, the power cord must be a UL-listed
detachable power cord (in Canada, CSA-certified).
2-wire cord SPT-2 18AWG
3-wire cord SVT or SJT, 18 AWG, 3-conductor
Provided with a molded-on cord connector body at the other
end. The cord length must not exceed 3 meters.
Outside the U.S.A. and Canada, the plug must be rated for 250
VAC, 2.5 amp minimum, and must display an international
agency approval marking. The cord must be suitable for use in
the end-user’s country. Consult your dealer or the local
electrical authorities if you are unsure of the type of power cord
to use in your country. Voltage changes occur automatically in
the power supply.
Notice of EMC Compliance
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation.

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This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the
equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
 Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
 Consult the dealer or an experienced technician for help.
Use only shielded I/O cables to connect I/O devices to this
equipment.
You are cautioned the changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could void
your authority to use the equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device will not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any
interference it receive including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This device and its antenna(s) must not be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This Transmitter has been demonstrated co-location
compliance requirements with (Bluetooth/Model
No:GUBTCR42M).This transmitter mustnot be co-located or
operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.
1. This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. To
maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure compliance
requirements, avoid direct contact to the transmitting
antenna during transmitting.

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2. Any changes or modifications (including the antennas)
made to this device that are not expressly approved by the
manufacturer may void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
Canadian EMI Compliance Statement
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference - Causing Equipment Regulations.
European Union CE Marking Declaration
This product has been tested and found to comply with the
EMC requirement subject to the EU directive for CE marking.
CE Declaration of Conformity
For the following equipment: Ultra Mobile PC
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0984
Is herewith confirmed to comply with the requirements set out in
the Council Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the
Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility
(89/336/EEC), Low-voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) and the
Amendment Directive (93/68/EEC), the procedures given in
European Council Directive 99/5/EC and 89/3360EEC.
The equipment was passed. The test was performed according
to the following European standards:
 EN 300 328 V.1.6.1 (2004)
 EN 301 489-1 V.1.4.1 (2002) / EN 301 489-17 V.1.2.1
(2002)
 EN 50371: 2002
 EN 60950-1: 2001
Regulatory statement (R&TTE / WLAN IEEE 802.11b & 802.11g)
European standards dictate maximum radiated transmit power
of 100mW EIRP and frequency range 2.400-2.4835GHz; In
France, the equipment must be restricted to the 2.4465-
2.4835GHz frequency range and must be restricted to indoor
use.
 Inside the buildings with a power (WORSE *) maximum of
100 MW on all the frequency band 2400-2483,5 MHz,

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 Outside the buildings with a power (WORSE *) maximum
of 100 MW on the part 2400-2454MHz and with a power
(WORSE *) maximum of 10 MW on the part 2454-
2483MHz
Laser Compliance Statement for CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-
RW and DVD/CD-RW Combo Drives
The CD-ROM, DVD-ROM, CD-RW and DVD/CD-RW Combo
drive for this computer are laser products. The classification
label of the drive is located on the bottom of the drive. Below is
a sample of the classification label;
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT
LASER KLASSE 1
LOUKAN 1 LASERLAITE
APPAREIL A LASER DE CLASSE 1
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
The drive is certified in the USA to comply with the
requirements of the Department of Health and Human Services
21 Code of Federal Regulations (DHHS 21 CFR) Subchapter J.
for Class 1 laser products.
In other countries the drive is certified to comply with the
requirements of EN60825.
Do not open the drive. There
are no user-serviceable parts or components inside. Use
of controls, adjustments and operation of procedures
other than those specified, may result in hazardous
exposure to radiation. Class I (1) laser products are not
considered hazardous. The drive has an internal, Class I
(1), 0.5-milliwatt, aluminum gallium-arsenide laser that
operates at a wavelength of 760 to 810 nanometers. The
design of the laser system and the drive ensures that there
is no exposure to laser radiation above a Class I (1) level
during normal operation, user maintenance or servicing.

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Table of Content
CHAPTER 1:
BEFORE YOU START ...............................................................................1
LET YOUR COMPUTER ACCLIMATIZE ITSELF...........................................1
PLACEMENT OF YOUR COMPUTER ........................................................1
SUITABLE PLACE TO WORK...................................................................2
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................3
UNPACKING THE COMPUTER ................................................................3
FRONT VIEW .......................................................................................4
LEFT AND RIGHT VIEW .........................................................................6
TOP AND BOTTOM VIEW.......................................................................7
REAR VIEW .........................................................................................8
GETTING STARTED ...............................................................................10
INSERTING THE BATTERY PACK ..........................................................10
REMOVING THE BATTERY PACK..........................................................11
OPERATING ON BATTERY POWER.......................................................12
CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK..........................................................12
USING THE COMPUTER..........................................................................14
EXTERNAL CRT DISPLAY ..................................................................14
THE COMPUTER’S HOT KEY CONTROLS .............................................14
THE BATTERY POWER SYSTEM ..........................................................15
BATTERY STATUS..............................................................................17
BATTERY LOW WARNING ...................................................................17
CMOS BATTERY...............................................................................17
ADJUSTING THE BRIGHTNESS.............................................................18
ADJUSTING THE VOLUME ...................................................................18
BATTERY STATUS..............................................................................19
AP KEY APPLICATION........................................................................20
D-PAD ..............................................................................................22
CONTROL KEYS .................................................................................23
FUNCTION KEY COMBINATION ............................................................23
TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................................................................25
A FREEZE ON THE SYSTEM DURING PROGRAM OPERATION ...................25

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SYSTEM NOT RESUMING OPERATION .................................................25
THE LCD SCREEN IS TOO DARK OR TOO BRIGHT .................................25
BEEPING SOUND................................................................................25
THE SYSTEM CAN NOT SHUTDOWN PROPERLY .....................................26
WHAT ARE THE MAJOR STEPS TO FOLLOW WHEN THE SYSTEM DOES NOT
TURN ON PROPERLY AFTER IT SHUTDOWN ...........................................26
HOW TO EXTEND BATTERY LIFE ..........................................................26
WIRELESS LAN CONNECTION IS DISCONNECTED AFTER 2~3 MINUTES,
AND THE CONNECTION IS NOT RECOVERED..........................................26
THE COMPUTER IS UNABLE TO CONNECT TO THE INTERNET..................26
THE WIRELESS LAN IS CONNECTED, BUT I CAN NOT CONNECT TO OR TO
ANOTHER COMPUTER.........................................................................26
THE SIGNAL STRENGTH IS EXCELLENT BUT CANNOT CONNECT TO THE
NETWORK. ........................................................................................28
CONTACTING YOUR DEALER ..............................................................28
WHAT STEPS SHOULD BE TAKEN WHEN WATER ACCIDENTALLY GET INSIDE
THE UMPC .......................................................................................28
THE UMPC COULD NOT RESUME AFTER IT ENTER THE STANDBY MODE 29
THE SYSTEM CAN’T RESUME OPERATION.............................................29
DISPLAY PROBLEM.............................................................................30
OS CRASH .......................................................................................30
SPECIFICATION .....................................................................................32

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Be ef fo or re e Y Yo ou u S St ta ar rt t
This manual will help you get the most from your computer. If
you are a less experienced user, you should read through the
manual carefully before using your computer.
What to do Before You Work on your Computer
Let your Computer acclimatize itself
Rapid changes in temperature such as those from the cold
outdoors to a warm office would not be suitable for your system.
Do not power up your system
immediately if it has been exposed to hot or cold
conditions. Instead, allow the system to adjust gradually
to room temperature over a three to four hour period.
Placement of your Computer
Choose a suitable place for your system that’s not too hot, too
cold, too dark, or too bright. Glare can make it difficult to read
the screen.
 Allow sufficient air circulation around the computer when
you are working indoors
 Try to keep the system components from being destroyed
if it is over heated
 Do not block the ventilation opening
 Do not place your computer in direct sunlight

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Suitable place to work
Your computer will run well under most conditions but avoid
extreme temperatures and humidity levels.
There are some things you can tolerate that the computer
can’t – things like static electricity, dust, water, steam and oil.
A lithium-ion battery pack is
included for those who are frequent travelers. When you
are running your computer on battery power for the first
time, remove the battery from the package, install it into
the system and recharge the battery to fully prepare for
service.

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In nt tr ro od du uc ct ti io on n
Introducing your Computer
Your computer features the latest advances in portable
computing technology. The computer modular design provides
maximum expandability without compromising portability.
Please never try to disassemble
the UMPC and we will not be responsible for any damage
caused by this action.
Unpacking the Computer
The computer comes securely packaged in a shipping carton.
Please contact your dealer if you find that anything is missing or
damaged after examining the contents. The shipping carton
should contain the following items:
 AC-DC Adapter 19V 65W
 Carry Bag
 2 Cells Polymer Battery
 Power Cord
 Ear Phone
 Quick Guide
 Touch Pen
 Clean Cloth
Do not throw the packaging materials away. You may need
them later if you have to ship the computer.
Because of customer requirement,
some of the features mentioned in this manual might not
be included on your computer or may differ slightly.

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Getting to Know Your Computer
Front View
1. CMOS Camera
This is where the built-in camera located where you can
use for any video conferencing application.
2. Mouse Left Key
This is equivalent to the left key on an average mouse that
you are using.
3. Mouse Right Key
This is equivalent to the right key on an average mouse
that you are using.
4. D-Pad
[↑]/[↓] Buttons
Press on the [↑]/[↓] buttons to scroll down on the item
vertically that you wish to execute or run.
[z] Button
Press on this button the same way as you use the enter
button.
[←] [→] Buttons
Press on the [→] or [←] buttons to scroll down on the
item horizontally that you wish to execute or run.

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5. LCD Display
This system is equipped with a 4.8" LCD screen display
(1024*600)
800*600. The brightness (cd/㎡): 280 nits (typ)
6. Stick Point
This is equivalent to the touchpad on an ordinary UMPC.
7. LED Indicator
1. Battery Indicator
Charging: Orange, Full W/ DC: Green, Full W/O DC: OFF
2. Power Indicator
ON Mode: Blue, Standby Mode: Blinking
3. Wireless Indicator
WLAN ON: Orange
4. Bluetooth Indicator
Bluetooth ON: Blue
5. HDD Indicator
HDD Accessing (Blinking: Green color)
6. Hold Indicator
Hold Mode: Green color

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Left and Right View
1. Earphone Jack
The stereo headphone jack (3.5-mm diameter) is where
you connect the headphones or external speakers.
2. Power/Hold Switch
Slide the button up to the ON/OFF position and release
the power switch for 1 to 2 seconds will turn on the
computer (the LED will lit to indicate its present status).
You can also slide this switch to HOLD position to hold the
computer as it enter the suspend mode.
3. Bluetooth Button
Press this button to turn on or off the Bluetooth application.
4. Wireless Button
Press this button to turn on or off the wireless application.

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5. USB Port
Your computer includes two Universal Serial Bus (USB)
2.0 ports. USB2.0 is the latest development in Plug and
Play technology.
Top and Bottom View
1. Knob Hole
These two holes directly hold the two knob on the docking
station.

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2. Stand
This stand will serve as supporting stand for this computer.
3. Docking Port
Use this port to connect to the system docking station.
4. Ventilation Opening
Please don’t block this opening that serve as cooling
purpose for the system.
5. DC IN Jack
Plug the AC adapter into this jack.
6. CF Card Reader
This compartment contains the system CF Card Reader.
Rear View
1. Battery Latch
Use this latch to release the battery from its bay.
We recommend you to be
extra careful on not to press when you handle the bottom
panel of your computer.

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System Keyboard
44 Keys Universal built-in keyboard with 36 embedded Keys + 8
Keys Function Key.

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Ge et tt ti in ng g S St ta ar rt te ed d
Setting Up the Computer
 Remove the computer from its package.
 Insert the battery pack into the computer so the pack can
start charging.
 Connect the computer to an external power source. Turn
on the computer.
Inserting and Removing the Battery Pack
Inserting the Battery Pack
Before inserting the battery, be sure
the front side of the battery is facing the top side of the
system as shown in the illustration.
 Turn over the computer and place it on a solid, flat surface.
 Align the battery into the battery compartment.

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Removing the Battery Pack
 Insert back the battery into the compartment and push
down until the battery latch click sound to indicate it is lock.
Connecting the Computer to an External Power Source
To connect the computer to an external AC power source using
the AC adapter:
 Plug the AC adapter cable into the AC power connector on
the computer.
 Plug one end of the power cord into an electrical outlet
and the other end into the AC adapter.
To prevent damage to your
computer, please do not use inferior extension cords. An
AC adapter comes with your computer. Never use a
different kind of adapter to power the computer or other
electrical devices.
Whenever possible, keep the AC adapter plugged into the
computer and an electrical outlet to recharge the battery.
Don’t try to reset your
computer while the hard disk is in use as it may result in
the loss or destruction of your data.