Getac CA-27 User manual

CA-27
Operation Manual
MITAC Technology Corporation
(April 2004)

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NOTE
Information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement
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. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, 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 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 radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example -use only shielded interface
cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices) any changes or modifications
not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's
authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment.
This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.

Regulations Information
Class B Regulations
USA
Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement
NOTE:
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. This
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instructions, 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 radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the
user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Please note:
The use of a non-shielded interface cable with this equipment is prohibited.
Canada
Canadian Department of Communications
Radio Interference Regulations Class B Compliance Notice
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department
of Communications.

Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites
applicables aux appareils numériques de la classe B prescrites dans le Règlement sur le
brouillage radioélectrique édicté par le ministère des Communications du Canada.
About the Battery
Caution Texts Concerning Lithium Batteries
DANISH
ADVARSEL!
Lithiumbatteri –Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med
batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til leverandøren.
NORWEGIAN
ADVARSEL:
Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en
tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til
fabrikantens instruksjoner.
SWEDISH
VARNING:
Explosionsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ
som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens
instruktion.
FINNISH
VAROITUS:
Paristovoiräjähtää, jos seonvirheellisesti asennettu. Vaihdaparistoainoastaan valmistajan
suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti.
ENGLISH
CAUTION:
Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries
according to manufacturer's instructions.
DEUTSCH
VORSICHT:
Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßem Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben

oder einen vom Hersteller empfohlenen gleich-wertigen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter
Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers.

FRENCH
ATTENTION:
II y a danger d’explosion s’il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer
uniquement avec une batterie du même type ou d’un type équivalent recommandé par le
constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées conformément aux instructions du
fabricant.
Attention (for USA Users)
The product that you have purchased contains a rechargeable battery. The battery is
recyclable. At the end of its useful life, under various state and local laws, it may be illegal
to dispose of this battery into the municipal waste stream. Check with your local solid
waste officials for details in your area for recycling options or proper disposal.
About the Modem
Caution
1. Never install telephone wiring during a lightning storm.
2. Neverinstalltelephonejacks inwet locationsunless thejack is specifically designed for
wet locations.
3. Never touch uninsulated telephone wires or terminals unless the telephone line has
been disconnected at the network interface.
4. Use caution when installing or modifying telephone lines.
5. Avoid using the telephone function during an electrical storm. There may be a remote
risk of electric shock from lightning.
6. Do not use the telephone function to report a gas leak in the vicinity of the leak.
Caution (for USA Users)
To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.

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Table of Contents
Preface..................................................................................................v
Chapter 1 Getting Started............................................................1-1
Getting the Computer Running.............................................1-2
Unpacking.....................................................................1-2
Before You Begin .........................................................1-3
Connecting to AC Power...............................................1-4
Positioning the Tablet PC...............................................1-5
Using the Wireless Keyboard (option).............................1-6
Turning On and Off the Computer..................................1-7
Taking a Look at the Computer............................................1-9
Right-side Components ..................................................1-9
Left-side Components..................................................1-10
Rear Components........................................................1-11
Front Components .......................................................1-12
Bottom-side Components .............................................1-14
Where to Go from Here....................................................1-15
Chapter 2 Operating Your Tablet PC........................................2-1
Starting and Stopping the Computer......................................2-2
Starting the Computer....................................................2-2

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Stopping the Computer...................................................2-2
Using the Wireless Keyboard (option)..................................2-4
Mouse-control Buttons...................................................2-4
Typewriter Keys ...........................................................2-5
Cursor-control Keys ......................................................2-5
Numeric Keypad...........................................................2-6
Euro Symbol.................................................................2-6
Windows Keys..............................................................2-7
Function Keys...............................................................2-7
Using the Touchscreen.......................................................2-8
Configuring the Touchscreen..........................................2-9
Using the Floppy Disk Drive (option) ................................. 2-10
Connecting the Floppy Disk Drive ................................ 2-10
Inserting and Ejecting Floppy Disks .............................. 2-12
Using the Hard Disk Drive................................................ 2-13
Using the CD/DVD Drive (option) .................................... 2-14
Connecting the CD/DVD Drive ................................... 2-14
Inserting and Removing a CD ...................................... 2-15
Using the Video Features.................................................. 2-17
Configuring the Display Modes..................................... 2-17
Using the Audio Features.................................................. 2-20
Connecting Audio Devices........................................... 2-21
Using the Communication Features.................................... 2-22
Using the Modem........................................................ 2-22
Chapter 3 Managing Power........................................................3-1
AC and Car Adapter ..........................................................3-2
Battery Pack......................................................................3-3
Charging the Battery Pack.............................................3-3
Initializing the Battery Pack............................................3-4
Checking the Battery Level............................................3-4
Replacing the Secondary Battery Pack...........................3-5

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Battery Low Signals and Actions....................................3-6
Power Management............................................................3-8
Suspend-to-Disk (Suspend mode) ...................................3-8
Power-Saving Tips............................................................3-10
Chapter 4 Expanding Your Computer......................................4-1
Connecting a Serial Device..................................................4-2
Connecting a USB Device...................................................4-3
Connecting an IR Device ....................................................4-5
Using PC Cards..................................................................4-7
ZV and CardBus Support...............................................4-7
Inserting and Removing a PC Card.................................4-7
System Memory Upgrade....................................................4-9
Chapter 5 SCU (Setup Configuration Utility)..........................5-1
When and How to Use the SCU Program............................5-2
When to Use.................................................................5-2
Starting SCU.................................................................5-2
Moving Around and Making Selections ...........................5-4
Main Menu.........................................................................5-5
Advanced Menu.................................................................5-8
Security Menu..................................................................5-15
Power Menu ....................................................................5-18
Exit Menu ........................................................................5-22
Chapter 6 Installing Software Drivers.......................................6-1
How to Use the CD............................................................6-2
Installing Drivers for Windows 98........................................6-4
Touchscreen Driver.......................................................6-5
Installing Drivers for Windows 2000.....................................6-6
Touchscreen Driver.......................................................6-7
Installing Drivers/Utility for Windows NT 4.0.......................6-9
Touchscreen Driver.....................................................6-10