HP TC1100 - Compaq Tablet PC User manual

Reference Guide
HP Tablet PC Series Docking Station
Document Part Number: 335884-001
October 2003
This guide provides information on docking and undocking the
tablet PC to the Tablet PC Docking Station (in both portrait and
landscape positions), operating the Docking Station with the
tablet PC, and using the screen protector, as well as tips on
solving common docking problems.

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Reference Guide
HP Tablet PC Series Docking Station
First Edition October 2003
Reference Number: TC1100/TR1105
Document Part Number: 335884-001

Reference Guide iii
Contents
1 Identifying the Components
Docking Station Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2
Front View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2
Right Side View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–3
Back View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4
Left Side View. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5
Tablet PC Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6
Keyboard Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–8
2 Docking and Undocking the Tablet PC
Connecting to a Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2
Docking the Tablet PC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Keyboard Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3
Docking in the Portrait Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5
Docking in the Landscape Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–9
Docking the Tablet PC with the
Keyboard Attached . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–12
Undocking the Tablet PC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–14
Turning the System On and Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–15
3 Using Desktop Video Profiles
Setting Up the Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2
Enabling Default Profiles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–3

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Contents
Customizing Profiles (Optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4
Identifying the Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–4
Changing the Windows Control Definitions . . . . . . . 3–4
Changing the Hot Key Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5
Changing the Video Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5
Defining Applications to Launch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6
Saving the Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6
Using Personal Profiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6
4 Using the Tablet PC Docking Station and
Screen Protector
Changing the Orientation and Viewing Angle. . . . . . . . . 4–2
Changing the Orientation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2
Changing the Viewing Angle of the Tablet PC. . . . . 4–4
Using Optional MultiBay Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–5
Inserting and Removing Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6
Using External MultiBay Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–8
Using Security Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–8
Connecting and Using External Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–9
Connecting Standard External Devices . . . . . . . . . . 4–10
Connecting Monitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–11
Connecting USB Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–11
Using Communications Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–12
Attaching and Detaching the Screen Protector . . . . . . . 4–13
Attaching the Screen Protector to the
Tablet PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–13
Detaching the Screen Protector from the
Tablet PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–15
Attaching the Screen Protector to the
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–16
Detaching the Screen Protector from the
Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–17

Contents
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A Troubleshooting
Getting Help. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–1
HP Customer Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–1
HP Web Site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–2
HP Authorized Reseller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–2
Troubleshooting Problems, Causes and Solutions. . . . . . A–3
Docking Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–3
Tablet PC Orientation Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–4
MultiBay Device Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–4
External Device Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–5
B Specifications
Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–1
Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–1
Rated Input Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–2
Index

Reference Guide 1–1
1
Identifying the Components
This chapter helps you to identify:
■Tablet PC Docking Station components
■Tablet PC components
■Keyboard components
✎This chapter assumes that the Docking Station is in the portrait
(vertical) position when describing the components.

1–2 Reference Guide
Identifying the Components
Docking Station Components
Front View
Component Description
1Docking stand Holds the tablet PC when it is docked.
2Release handle Ejects the tablet PC from the docking
stand.
3Docking connector Connects to the tablet PC.
4Docking eject pin Disconnects the tablet PC from the
docking stand docking connectors
when the release handle is pulled.
5Docking restraint latch Secures the tablet PC to the docking
stand.
6Docking alignment
brackets (2) Fit into the tablet PC docking alignment slots to align the tablet PC in
the docking stand.

Identifying the Components
Reference Guide 1–3
Right Side View
Component Description
1MultiBay Supports a diskette drive, CD-ROM or
CD-RW drive, DVD drive, DVD/CD-RW
drive, or second hard drive.
2Pivot arm Tilts the docking stand forward and
backward to enable different viewing
angles and different docking modes.

1–4 Reference Guide
Identifying the Components
Back View
Component Description
1RJ-45 network jack Connects a network cable.
2External monitor connector Connects an optional external monitor
or overhead projector.
3Audio line-out jack Connects optional stereo headphones
or powered stereo speakers, and
connects the audio function of an
audio/video device such as a television
or VCR.
4Audio line-in jack Connects the stereo audio function of
optional audio devices such as CD
players.
5USB connectors (3) Connect optional USB devices.
6AC power connector Connects an AC adapter.
✎When the tablet PC is docked, the RJ-45 network cable must be
connected to the Docking Station and not to the tablet PC. See
“Using Communications Devices” in Chapter 4 for more
information.

Identifying the Components
Reference Guide 1–5
Left Side View
Component Description
1External MultiBay connector Connects optional USB devices.
2MultiBay release lever Ejects a MultiBay device from the bay.
3Security cable slot Attaches an optional security cable
that secures the Docking Station to an
immovable object and disables the
MultiBay release lever.
✎If an optional External MultiBay device is connected to a USB
connector, the device must also be connected to AC power. Refer
in this chapter to the “Right Side View” section. If an External
MultiBay device is connected to the External MultiBay connector, it
is not necessary to connect the External MultiBay device to AC
power.

1–6 Reference Guide
Identifying the Components
Tablet PC Components
Tablet PC docking alignment slots
The tablet PC docking alignment slots fit onto the Docking
Station docking alignment brackets.

Identifying the Components
Reference Guide 1–7
Item Component Description
1Screen protector
slots (2) Stabilize the screen protector when it is attached to the tablet PC.
2Universal attachment
slots (2) Secure the screen protector, the portfolio, or keyboard to the tablet PC.
3Alignment key slot Accepts an alignment key to ensure proper
orientation. For example, matching the
alignment key on the keyboard to the
alignment key slot helps you correctly orient
the tablet PC to the keyboard as you attach it.

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Identifying the Components
Keyboard Components
Item Component Description
1Screen protector
slots (2) Attach the screen protector to the keyboard.
2Attachment release
switch Releases an attachment, such as the screen protector or portfolio, from the keyboard.
3Universal attachment
slots (2) Secure the screen protector or portfolio to the keyboard.
4Alignment key slot Accepts an alignment key to ensure proper
orientation.

Reference Guide 2–1
2
Docking and Undocking
the Tablet PC
This chapter describes the following procedures:
■Connecting to a power source
■Docking the tablet PC (in portrait and landscape positions)
■Undocking the tablet PC
■Turning the system on and off
It also provides guidelines to consider when docking the
tablet PC with or without the keyboard attached.

2–2 Reference Guide
Docking and Undocking the Tablet PC
Connecting to a Power Source
The Docking Station must be connected to external power for
operation.
ÅWARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment:
■Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug
is an important safety feature.
■Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that
is easily accessible at all times.
■Disconnect power from the Docking Station by unplugging the
power cord from the electrical outlet.
■Do not place anything on power cords or cables. Arrange them so
that no one can accidentally step on or trip over them. Do not pull
on a cord or cable. When unplugging from the electrical outlet,
grasp the cord by the plug.
To connect to a power source:
1. Connect the AC adapter cable to the AC power connector on
the back of the Docking Station 1.
2. Connect the power cord to the AC adapter 2.
3. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet 3.
Connecting to a power source

Docking and Undocking the Tablet PC
Reference Guide 2–3
Docking the Tablet PC
When docking the tablet PC, the tablet PC can be:
■Powered on or off
■Docked with or without the optional keyboard
If the screen protector is attached, it must be resting on
the tablet PC screen, and not folded back, to prevent
blocking the docking connector.
✎To ensure that the docking connector on the tablet PC is correctly
connected to the docking connector on the Docking Station,
follow the procedures in this section carefully.
Keyboard Considerations
The docking stand is designed to accommodate the tablet PC with
or without the keyboard attached.
Without the Keyboard Attached
When the tablet PC is correctly docked without the keyboard
attached, the tablet PC will not be flush against the docking stand.

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Docking and Undocking the Tablet PC
With the Keyboard Attached
The optional keyboard includes a docking connector pass-through
so that the tablet PC can be docked with the keyboard attached.
Before docking with the keyboard attached, close the tablet PC
and keyboard, then slide the keyboard latch to the right to lock
them together.
Securing the keyboard to the tablet PC
✎Docking and undocking the tablet PC with the keyboard attached
and opened is not supported.
If you want to use a keyboard and pointing device while the tablet
PC is docked, connect an external USB keyboard and mouse to
the Docking Station. See the “Docking the Tablet PC with the
Keyboard Attached” section later in this chapter for more
information.

Docking and Undocking the Tablet PC
Reference Guide 2–5
Docking in the Portrait Position
✎Before you begin, place the Docking Station and the docking
stand on a firm, flat surface.
To dock the tablet PC in the portrait position:
1. Align the docking alignment slots on the lower edge of the
tablet PC with the alignment brackets on the docking stand.
Then, while supporting the back of the docking stand with
one hand, lower the tablet PC into the docking stand until the
lower edge of the tablet PC is firmly seated.
ÄTo prevent misdocking:
■ Lower the tablet PC into the docking stand; do not push
the tablet PC against the docking stand.
■Lower the 2 alignment slots on the tablet PC onto the
2 alignment brackets on the docking stand simultaneously
and with equal pressure.
■The non-skid rubber pads on the bottom edge of the
docking stand should rest against a firm, flat surface, such
as a desk.
Seating the lower edge of the tablet PC in the docking stand in the
portrait position

2–6 Reference Guide
Docking and Undocking the Tablet PC
2. Align the docking connector on the back of the tablet PC with
the docking connector on the docking stand. Then pivot the
top of the tablet PC toward the top of the docking stand until
the connectors are positioned for the connection.
ÄTo prevent misdocking, be sure the alignment slots on the
lower edge of the tablet PC are correctly inserted into the
alignment brackets on the docking base before positioning
the docking connectors for the connection.
Aligning and positioning the docking connectors in the portrait
position

Docking and Undocking the Tablet PC
Reference Guide 2–7
3. Using both hands, place your thumbs on the pressure points
shown below on the front of the tablet PC and your fingers on
the pressure points shown below on the back of the docking
stand. Then squeeze the tablet PC and docking stand
connectors together firmly. Be sure to apply equal and
simultaneous pressure on all 4 pressure points. A snap and
click can be heard when the attachment and connection are
secure.
Identifying the pressure points on the tablet PC and the docking
stand in the portrait position