Dialogue Flybook A33i User manual

User’s Manual
Revision: 1.04

CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or larger
telecommunication line cord.

Thanks
Thank you for purchasing the Dialogue FlyBook. This advanced, ultra-portable computer
with wireless and wired communication features built-in can now become your closest
companion, keeping computing power and information available to you conveniently at
any time. We hope you enjoy using the FlyBook. For information on using the FlyBook or
for any other questions, please refer to this manual or contact us. We will be very glad to
serve you.

Announcement
Dialogue Technology Corporation is a registered trademark.
FlyBook is a trademark of Dialogue Technology Corporation.
All trade names referred to in this document are the service mark, trademark, or
registered trademark of the respective manufactures or companies.
Disclaimer
Specifications and information in this document are subject to change without notice.
Please visit our web site (www.dialogue.com.tw) or contact us to get the latest
information.
With regards to the accuracy of this document, no warranty is made or implied.
Copyright
No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form or by any means
without the express written permission of © 2003 Dialogue Technology Corporation.

About this user's manual
This user's manual includes essential information for users who need to use or manage
the FlyBook computer.
The content covers all FlyBook models. Please refer to information pertaining to your
model and disregard unrelated material.
Windows® XP Home Edition is the default operating system of the FlyBook computer. All
of the descriptions in this manual are based upon the Windows® XP Home Edition.
For more information about the FlyBook, read the online help in your computer, consult
your dealer, or visit our Web site (http://www.dialogue.com.tw) to get more information.

Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Before You Start
Packing list ........................................................................................ 2
Statement of limited warranty .......................................................... 4
What the warranty covers .............................................................. 4
What the warranty does not cover ................................................. 5
How to obtain service during the warranty period .......................... 5
Limitation of liability ........................................................................6
How to get help ................................................................................. 7
Taking care of your FlyBook ............................................................ 8
Taking care of your AC-to-DC adapter and power cord ................. 8
Taking care of your computer ........................................................ 9
Taking care of your battery pack .................................................. 10
Chapter 2 Introduction
A brief tour of your FlyBook computer ......................................... 13
Front view .................................................................................... 13
Rear view ..................................................................................... 15
Left view .......................................................................................16
Right view .................................................................................... 17
Bottom view ................................................................................. 18
FlyBook features ............................................................................. 19
Convertible display screen and working modes ......................... 21
Working modes ............................................................................ 21
Notebook mode ....................................................................... 21
Tablet mode............................................................................. 21
Changing working modes ............................................................22
Turning to tablet mode............................................................. 22
Turning to notebook mode....................................................... 23
Using the “Prompt to Play” device ............................................... 24
Multimedia ....................................................................................... 24
Connecting to a VGA display device ............................................ 24
Connecting to a video display device ...........................................25

Listening to audio output .............................................................. 25
Recording from an external microphone ...................................... 25
Connectivity .................................................................................... 25
USB link ....................................................................................... 25
IEEE 1394 link ............................................................................. 25
Ethernet (RJ-45) link .................................................................... 26
Wireless LAN connection ............................................................. 26
Bluetooth communication ............................................................. 26
GPRS communication ..................................................................26
MODEM (RJ-11) link .................................................................... 26
PC card connection ...................................................................... 26
Chapter 3 Starting Your Computer
Preparing your computer for use .................................................. 28
Installing the CMOS battery and DDR SO-DIMM module ...........28
Installing the battery pack ............................................................ 31
Turning on the power ................................................................... 32
Installing the operating system .................................................... 33
Chapter 4 Using Your Computer
About the LED indicators ............................................................... 36
Keyboard ......................................................................................... 38
Windows keys ..............................................................................38
Lock keys ..................................................................................... 39
Hot keys .......................................................................................40
Pointing device and Pan button .................................................... 41
Touch panel ..................................................................................... 43
Calibrating your touch panel ........................................................44
Display ............................................................................................. 46
Adjusting display brightness ........................................................47
Switching to an external display device .......................................47
Setting display color and resolution ............................................. 47
Changing display orientation ........................................................ 48
Audio ................................................................................................ 49

Power system .................................................................................. 50
AC-to-DC adapter ........................................................................ 50
Battery ......................................................................................... 50
Calibrating the battery..............................................................50
Power management ..................................................................... 51
Power Schemes tab.................................................................52
Selecting a running mode....................................................52
Alarms tab................................................................................ 54
Power Meter tab ...................................................................... 54
Advanced tab........................................................................... 55
Always show icon on the taskbar......................................... 55
Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby55
Hibernation tab ........................................................................ 56
Securing your computer ................................................................ 57
Securing against unauthorized access ........................................ 57
BIOS password........................................................................ 57
Hard disk password ................................................................. 57
Operating system passwords .................................................. 57
Securing your computer against damage ....................................58
Recovering your system ................................................................ 59
From the hidden partition of the built-in hard disk ........................59
From the system recovery CDs ................................................... 59
Resetting your computer ............................................................... 59
Connection options ........................................................................ 60
USB link ....................................................................................... 60
IEEE 1394 link ............................................................................. 60
Ethernet link ................................................................................. 61
Configuring your connection.................................................... 61
Making an Ethernet connection...............................................63
Wirless communications on the built-in modules ......................... 64
Wireless LAN Connection........................................................ 65
Configuring your connections.............................................. 65
Making a connection to a Wireless Network........................ 68
Specifications....................................................................... 69
Bluetooth communication (optional) ........................................ 70
Configuring your connections.............................................. 71

Making connections to Bluetooth-equipped devices............ 72
GPRS communication (optional) ............................................. 73
Configuring your connection................................................ 73
Making a GPRS connection................................................. 76
Dial-up link through the built-in Modem ....................................... 78
Configuring your connection.................................................... 78
Making a dial-up link................................................................ 78
PC card connection ...................................................................... 79
PC card insertion ..................................................................... 79
PC card ejection ...................................................................... 79
Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
Identifying problems ....................................................................... 82
Power-on problems ........................................................................ 83
The FlyBook does not start or boot-up ......................................... 83
Hard drive or external boot-up device inaccessible ..................... 83
The screen is blank or the display is abnormal ............................ 84
There is no audio coming from the built-in speakers ................... 84
The keyboard or track-point/mouse does not work properly ........85
The PC Card does not work properly ........................................... 85
The Modem does not receive or transmit properly ...................... 85
The GPRS/CDMA module does not work properly ...................... 86
The Wireless LAN cannot connect to the network ....................... 86
The touch panel does not work properly ...................................... 87
The battery doesn’t charge or loses power quickly ...................... 87
Appendix
DDR SO-DIMM Modules .............................................................. 94
PCMCIA/CF/CardBus .................................................................. 94
USB ............................................................................................. 94
IEEE 1394 .................................................................................... 95

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Chapter 1
Before You Start

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Packing list
The following items are included in the package:
NOTE • Do not connect the adapter to supply the computer with power
when the DDR SO-DIMM modules, hard disk drive, and battery
pack have not been installed.
• If the computer is being used for the first time, the battery pack
must be fully charged.
• Only DDR SO-DIMM modules can be used in the computer. It is
important to select DDR SO-DIMM modules from the list in the
Appendix, there is no guarantee of proper work for DDR DRAM
modules not on the said list.
Item Note
1FlyBook computer Be cautious when unpacking and
unwrapping the computer.
2Battery pack Take off the protective cover before
installing and using the battery pack.
3DDR SO-DIMM
module The memory capacity depends on the size you bought when purchasing the
FlyBook. (For a complete unit, the
DDR SO-DIMM module is installed.)
4Hard disk The 2.5-inch slim-type standard hard
disk storage capacity depends on the
size you bought when purchasing the
FlyBook. (For a complete unit, this has
hard disk is installed.)

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5AC-to-DC adapter Powers the FlyBook computer.
Note: Read the specifications and
cautions on the adapter before use.
6Power cord Connects the AC-to-DC adapter to an
AC power source.
7Stylus pen Used with the touch panel input
device.
8Video out conver-
sion adapter Connects a TV to FlyBook.
9Quick start guide Helps you become familiarized with
the FlyBook computer.
10 User's manual This user's manual.
11 Recovery CD Restores your FlyBook computer to its
original operating state. The recovery
CD includes pre-installed Microsoft®
Windows XP drivers and utilities.
12 Windows XP Home
Edition authority Proves that the Windows XP Home Edition installed in your FlyBook com-
puter is legally licensed.
13 Warranty card Keeps the Product ID, service informa-
tion, and warranty information about
your FlyBook computer. Keep the war-
ranty card in a safe place.
14 Slip bag Enables you to carry the FlyBook com-
puter when moving or travelling.
Item Note
NOTE Contact Dialogue Technology Corporation or the authorized
resellers for updated packing list.

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Statement of limited warranty
Dialogue Technology Corporation provides a 1 year limited warranty
for all FlyBook models that are purchased as complete units.
The warranties provided by Dialogue Technology Corporation in this
statement of limited warranty apply only to the computer purchased for
your own use, and not for resale.
All warranty services we provide are bench based except for specific
contracts.
Nothing in this statement affects any statutory rights of
customers that cannot be waived or are limited by a contract.
This warranty provides you with specific legal rights; you may
have other rights which vary from different jurisdictions.
What the warranty covers
• The warranty period starts from the original date of installation. The
date of your invoice or sales receipt is the date of installation unless
Dialogue Technology Corporation or authorized resellers inform you
otherwise.
• The computer is warranted free from defects in materials and
workmanship.
• The computer is warranted to conform to the official published
specifications.
• Replacement parts assume the warranty service status of the
removed part only.
• These warranties apply only in the country or region of purchase,
unless Dialogue Technology Corporation specifies otherwise.

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What the warranty does not cover
• Any software programs obtained from third parties are not
warranted, whether they are shipped or pre-loaded with the
computer, installed subsequently, or otherwise.
• Failure due to misuse, viruses, accidents, modification, unsuitable
physical or operating environments, or improper maintenance.
• Integrated or peripheral devices that are not provided by Dialogue
Technology Corporation.
• Removal or alteration of identification labels on the computer or its
parts voids the warranty.
• Dialogue Technology Corporation does not warrant uninterrupted or
error-free operation of the computer.
How to obtain service during the warranty period
If the computer does not function as warranted during the warranty
period, please contact a service center or authorized reseller to obtain
service.
In general, you must show the information or evidence as stated on the
warranty card to the service center before you request the service.
Also, provide the following information:
• Summary of the problem
• What steps you took to try and resolve the problem.
Remember to back up or secure your personal data before delivering
the computer to the service center. There is no guarantee that your
data can be safely reserved during the service and maintenance
period.
Provide the service center or yourreseller with sufficient, free, and safe
access rights to your computer to fulfill its obligations.

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Limitation of liability
• The total liability of Dialogue Technology Corporation arising out of
this statement shall be limited to the amount paid by you for the
product.
• In no event shall Dialogue Technology Corporation be liable for
costs of substitute products or services.
• In no event shall Dialogue Technology Corporation be liable to any
entity for any special, consequential, incidental or other damages,
however caused and on any theory of liability, and whether or not
breach of contract, negligence or otherwise, and whether or not
Dialogue Technology Corporation has been advised of the
possibility of such damage.
• These limitations will apply notwithstanding any failure of essential
purpose of any limited remedy provided herein.
• The limitation of liability of Dialogue Technology Corporation is
cumulative, with all expenditures of Dialogue Technology
Corporation being aggregated to determine satisfaction of the limit.
• The existence of claims or suits shall not enlarge or extend the limit
under this statement.
• In no event shall any resellers or suppliers of Dialogue Technology
Corporation be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential or other
damages arising out of this statement.
NOTE • Service procedures vary from country to country or region to
region. Please see your warranty card to get further information
about service in your area.
• Remember to back up or secure your personal data before
delivering your computer to a service center.

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How to get help
The following sources of help are available when looking for
information or resolving any problems you have in using the FlyBook:
• The computer’s online help
• This manual
• A local service center
• The service Web site
Service information can be found on your warranty card.

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Taking care of your FlyBook
Knowing how to take care of your FlyBook avoids accidental damage
to the computer and extends its lifespan. Read the following
instructions carefully:
Takingcare of yourAC-to-DC adapter andpower cord
• Read through the specifications and cautions on the adapter.
• Make sure the power source is within operating safety ranges and
that the power is stable before connecting the adapter to the
source.
• Do not connect the adapter to any other devices.
• Do not put heavy objects on top of the adapter or power cord.
• Do not put the adapter or power cord where people can step on
them.
• When unplugging the power cord, do not pull on the power cord
itself; pull on the plug.
• Disconnect the adapter from the power source when not in use.
• The power supply should be +19V, min. 2.64A output. Delta
Electronics Inc. Model: ADP-50SB

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Taking care of your computer
• Note all cautions or warnings on the computer.
• Do not expose the computer to temperatures above 50°C or below
0°C.
• Keep the computer away from direct sunlight or heat.
• Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.
• Do not spill water or any liquid on the computer.
• Do not place the computer near magnetic fields.
• Avoid heavy shock or vibration to the computer.
• Do not expose the computer to dusty or dirty environments.
• Do not put any objects on the top of the computer.
• Do not place the computer on uneven surfaces.
• Do not turn the hinge in the wrong direction, or bend the upper and
lower case over their allowed operational positions. Make sure the
convertible hinge is at the fixed position before closing the display
screen.
• Do not slam the display screen when closing it.
• Only use the stylus pen supplied with the computer to operate the
touch panel.
• Do not cover the ventilation slots on the computer case; doing so
blocks the air convection of the cooling system.
• Do not use any other adapters except those specified for the
computer.
• Make sure the computer is turned off and the adapter is unplugged
before changing system modules (such as the battery pack, DDR
SO-DIMM modules, or the hard disk).

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Taking care of your battery pack
• Read all cautions on the battery.
• Keep the battery away from direct sunlight or heat. The best
temperature to store the battery when not in use is between 0°C
and 30°C.
• Do not expose the battery to rain or moisture.
• Do not spill water or any liquid on the battery.
• Avoid heavy shock to the battery.
• Do not put any heavy objects on the top of the battery.
• Keep the battery away from children.
• Periodically calibrate the battery (refer to the System Recovery
Utility Reference Guide).
• Dispose of the battery properly and legally.