Getac E100 User manual

Rugged Mobile Computing Solutions
E100
USER’S MANUAL

Nov. 2009
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Getting Started .............................................................1-1
Getting the Tablet PC Running..............................................1-2
Unpacking ...........................................................................1-2
Connecting to AC Power....................................................1-3
Using the Hand Strap .........................................................1-6
Turning On and Off the Tablet PC ....................................1-7
Taking a Look at the Tablet PC..............................................1-8
Front Components.............................................................. 1-8
Rear Components .............................................................1-10
Right-Side Components....................................................1-11
Left-Side Components ......................................................1-11
Top Components ..............................................................1-12
Bottom Components ........................................................1-13
Chapter 2 Operating Your Tablet PC.............................................2-1
Starting and Stopping the Tablet PC.....................................2-2
Starting the Tablet PC ........................................................2-2
Stopping the Tablet PC ......................................................2-2
Using the Keypad....................................................................2-4
Numeric Keypad with Secondary Functions .....................2-4
Cursor-Control Keys with Secondary Functions................2-5
Using the On-screen Keyboard ..............................................2-6
Using the Touchscreen Pen ....................................................2-7
Using the Quick Buttons......................................................... 2-9
Using the Video Features .....................................................2-10
Configuring the Display Modes.......................................2-10
Using the Audio Features.....................................................2-11

Connecting Audio Devices ...............................................2-12
Using the Communication Features ....................................2-13
Using the LAN ...................................................................2-13
Using the Wireless LAN ....................................................2-13
Using the Bluetooth
®Wireless Feature...........................2-16
Using the GPS (Optional) .................................................2-19
Using the 3G Feature (Optional) .....................................2-20
Chapter 3 Managing Power ...........................................................3-1
AC 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 Battery Pack ................................................3-5
Battery Low Signals and Actions ....................................... 3-7
Power Management ...............................................................3-8
Hibernation.........................................................................3-9
Power-Saving Tips .................................................................3-10
Chapter 4 Expanding Your Tablet PC ............................................4-1
Connecting a USB Device .......................................................4-2
Using Smart Cards ...................................................................4-3
Inserting and Removing a Smart Card ..............................4-3
Using PC Cards (Optional) ......................................................4-4
Inserting and Removing a PC Card....................................4-4
Using the Docking Station .....................................................4-6
Chapter 5 Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery......................5-1
BIOS Setup ...............................................................................5-2
When to Use BIOS Setup ....................................................5-2
Information Menu ..............................................................5-4
Main Menu..........................................................................5-5
Advanced Menu.................................................................. 5-6
Security Menu .....................................................................5-7

Boot Menu ..........................................................................5-8
Exit Menu ............................................................................5-9
System Recovery....................................................................5-10
Chapter 6 Using Special Utilities ...................................................6-1
Using TPM (Trusted Platform Module)..................................6-2
Using the OSD Control Panel .................................................6-3
Quick Button Setup Utility.................................................6-7
Using the G-Manager Utility ................................................6-10
Starting G-Manager..........................................................6-10
System Tab ........................................................................6-11
Battery Tab........................................................................6-12
Light Sensor Tab ...............................................................6-15
ECO Tab .............................................................................6-16
Ignition Tab.......................................................................6-18
Monitoring Tab.................................................................6-19
Antenna Tab .....................................................................6-21
GPS Status Tab ..................................................................6-22
Chapter 7 Caring for the Tablet PC ...............................................7-1
Protecting the Tablet PC ........................................................7-2
Using the Cable Lock ..........................................................7-2
Taking Care of the Tablet PC .................................................7-3
Location Guidelines ............................................................7-3
General Guidelines .............................................................7-3
Cleaning Guidelines............................................................7-4
Battery Pack Guidelines...................................................... 7-4
Touchscreen Guidelines...................................................... 7-5
When Traveling.......................................................................7-7
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting............................................................8-1
Preliminary Checklist...............................................................8-2
Solving Common Problems ....................................................8-3
Battery Problems ................................................................8-3
Bluetooth Wireless Transmission Problems ......................8-3

Display Problems.................................................................8-4
Hardware Device Problems................................................8-4
Hard Disk Drive Problems...................................................8-5
LAN Problems......................................................................8-5
Wireless LAN Problems....................................................... 8-5
PC Card Problems (Optional) .............................................8-7
Power Management Problems ..........................................8-7
Software Problems .............................................................8-8
Sound Problems ..................................................................8-8
Startup Problems ................................................................8-9
Other Problems...................................................................8-9
Resetting the Tablet PC ........................................................8-10
Appendix A Specifications............................................................... A-1
Appendix B Regulatory Information .............................................. B-1
On the Use of the System.......................................................B-2
Class B Regulations .............................................................B-2
Safety Notices .....................................................................B-3
On the Use of the RF Device ..................................................B-6
USA and Canada Safety Requirements and Notices ........B-6
European Union CE Marking and Compliance Notices....B-9

Chapter 1
Getting Started
Congratulations on purchasing this rugged tablet PC.
This chapter first tells you step by step how to get the tablet PC up and
running. Then, you will find a section briefly introducing the external
components of the tablet PC.

Getting the Tablet PC Running
This section guides you through the procedures for getting the tablet PC
ready for operation.
Unpacking
After unpacking the shipping carton, you should find these standard items:
Notebook tablet PC
Accessories:
AC adapter
AC power cord
Hand strap
Screen protector film (already attached to the screen)
Touchscreen pen
Inspect all the items. If any item is damaged or missing, notify your dealer
immediately.
Keep the shipping carton and packing materials in case you need to ship or
store the tablet PC in the future.

Connecting to AC Power
The tablet PC operates either on the external AC power or internal battery
power. It is suggested that you use AC power when you start up the tablet
PC for the very first time.
1. Make sure that the tablet PC is turned off.
2. Place the tablet PC upside down.
3. Lift the latch handle of the battery cover and turn it counterclockwise to
the unlock position. Then, detach the cover from the tablet PC.
Unlock
position

4. Fit the battery pack into place (). Tightening the two screws () is
optional. The lack of the screws will not affect the rugged and
waterproof feature of the tablet PC.
5. Replace the battery cover and turn the latch clockwise to the lock
position.
Lock
position