Getac E100 User manual

Rugged Mobile Computing Solutions
E100
USER’S MANUAL

June 2011
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Getting Started .............................................................1-1
Getting the Tablet PC Running..............................................1-2
Unpacking ...........................................................................1-2
Installing the Battery Pack and Connecting to AC Power1-3
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 .............................................................1-11
Right-Side Components....................................................1-12
Left-Side Components ......................................................1-12
Top Components ..............................................................1-13
Bottom Components ........................................................1-14
Chapter 2 Operating Your Tablet PC .............................................2-1
Using the Touchscreen............................................................2-2
Using Multi-touch Gestures (Optional).............................2-3
Using the Input Panel .............................................................2-6
Using the Keypad....................................................................2-7
Control Buttons ..................................................................2-7
Numeric Keypad with Alternative Functions....................2-8
Cursor-Control Keys with Alternative Functions ..............2-9
Using the Network Features ................................................2-10
Using the LAN ...................................................................2-10
Using the Wireless LAN (Optional)..................................2-10
Using the Bluetooth Feature (Optional) .............................2-13
Turning On/Off the Bluetooth Radio ..............................2-13

Connecting to another Bluetooth Device.......................2-14
Using the 3G Feature (Optional)..........................................2-17
Installing the SIM Card .....................................................2-17
Connecting to 3G Network ..............................................2-19
Using the Camera (Optional) ...............................................2-23
Using the Fingerprint Scanner (Optional)...........................2-24
Chapter 3 Managing Power ...........................................................3-1
AC Adapter..............................................................................3-2
Battery Pack.............................................................................3-3
Charging the Battery Pack .................................................3-3
Checking the Battery Level ................................................3-4
Replacing the Battery Pack ................................................3-5
Battery Low Signals and Actions ....................................... 3-6
Power Management ...............................................................3-7
Hibernation.........................................................................3-8
Power-Saving Tips................................................................... 3-9
Chapter 4 Expanding Your Tablet PC ............................................4-1
Using Smart Cards ...................................................................4-2
Using PC Cards......................................................................... 4-3
Connecting a USB Device .......................................................4-4
Connecting a Serial Device.....................................................4-5
Connecting an Audio Device..................................................4-6
Using the Docking Station .....................................................4-7
Chapter 5 Using BIOS Setup and System Recovery......................5-1
BIOS Setup ...............................................................................5-2
When and How to Use .......................................................5-2
Information Menu ..............................................................5-3
Main Menu.......................................................................... 5-4
Advanced Menu..................................................................5-5
Security Menu .....................................................................5-7
Boot Menu ..........................................................................5-8
Exit Menu ............................................................................5-9

System Recovery....................................................................5-10
Chatper 6 Using Special Utilities ...................................................6-1
Using the OSD Control Panel .................................................6-2
Quick Button Setup ............................................................6-6
Using G-Manager ....................................................................6-8
Starting G-Manager............................................................6-8
System Tab ..........................................................................6-9
Battery Tab........................................................................6-10
ECO Tab .............................................................................6-12
ECO Information...............................................................6-13
Light Sensor Tab ...............................................................6-14
Antenna Tab .....................................................................6-15
Ignition Tab.......................................................................6-16
Monitoring Tab.................................................................6-17
GPS Status Tab ..................................................................6-19
Chapter 7 Caring for the Tablet PC ...............................................7-1
Protecting the Tablet PC ........................................................7-2
Using the Cable Lock ..........................................................7-2
Using an Anti-Virus Strategy .............................................7-3
Using Action Center (for Windows 7) ...............................7-3
Taking Care of the Tablet PC .................................................7-4
Location Guidelines ............................................................7-4
General Guidelines .............................................................7-4
Cleaning Guidelines............................................................7-5
Battery Pack Guidelines...................................................... 7-5
Touchscreen Guidelines...................................................... 7-6
When Traveling.......................................................................7-8
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
PC Card Problems................................................................8-5
Power Management Problems ..........................................8-6
Software Problems .............................................................8-6
Sound Problems ..................................................................8-7
Startup Problems ................................................................8-7
Wireless LAN Problems.......................................................8-8
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
Unpacking
After unpacking the shipping carton, you should find these standard items:
Tablet PC
Accessories:
AC adapter
AC power cord
Hand strap
Screen protector film (already attached to the screen)
Stylus
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.

Installing the Battery Pack and 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 starting 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