Kontron NotePAC Semi P470 User manual

Table of Contents
Operating Instructions...............................................................1
Getting Started ....................................................................................1
Unpacking...........................................................................................2
Taking a Look at the Office Docking .................................................3
Rear Components .................................................................3
Front Components................................................................4
Connecting/Disconnecting the Office Docking
to/from the Computer..........................................................................5
Connecting ...........................................................................5
Disconnecting.......................................................................7
Caring for the Office Docking ............................................................9
Specifications....................................................................................10

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Operating Instructions
Getting Started
Congratulations on purchasing this office docking for your P470 rugged
computer.
By connecting your peripheral devices to the office docking, you can save
yourself the trouble of having to connect and disconnect several cables
every time you transport the computer.
On this manual you will find the following helpful information:
zPackage contents
zBrief introduction to the external components of the office docking
zConnecting and disconnecting the computer to the office docking
zPrecautions when using the office docking
zProduct specifications

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Unpacking
After unpacking the shipping carton, you should find these standard
items:
zOffice Docking
zThis User Manual
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 office docking in the future.

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Taking a Look at the Office Docking
This section identifies the external components of the office docking.
NOTE: Depending on the model you purchased, the appearance of your office docking
may not be exactly the same as those shown in this manual.
Rear Components
Kensington Lock
Serial Connector 2
Serial Connector 1
Parallel Connector
LAN Port
VGA Port
USB Ports
Powe
r
Connecto
r
Microphone Connector
A
udio Output Connector

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Top Components
For the functions of ports and connectors, see chapter 1 of the P470
User’s Manual.
CAUTION: DO NOT touch the expansion bus connector and ports of the office docking.
NOTE: When you want to use the two serial ports on the office docking, make sure the
two items Serial Port COM1 and Serial Port COM2 are enabled under the Advanced
menu of the computer’s BIOS Setup program. (See “Advanced Menu” in Chapter 5 of
the P470 User’s Manual for information.)
Power Indicator
Expansion Bus Connector

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Connecting/Disconnecting the Office Docking
to/from the Computer
CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter included with your computer. Using other AC
adapters may damage the computer.
Connecting
CAUTION: DO NOT connect the office docking while the computer is powered on or in
the Sleep or Hibernation mode.
1. Make sure that the computer is turned off and disconnect all cables
from the computer.
2. Plug the DC cord of the AC adapter to the power connector of the
office docking (n).
3. Plug the female end of the AC power cord to the AC adapter and the
male end to an electrical outlet (o).
4. When the AC adapter is connected, power is being supplied from the
electrical outlet to the office docking. Now, you are ready to connect
the computer.

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CAUTION:
zWhen you disconnect the AC adapter, disconnect from the electrical outlet first and
then from the office docking. A reverse procedure may damage the AC adapter or
the office docking.
zWhen unplugging the connector, always hold the plug head. Never pull on the cord.
NOTE:
zBe sure to use the AC adapter. The office docking will not function using the
computer’s battery power.
zWhen the AC adapter is connected, it also charges the battery pack when the
computer is connected.
5. Slide open the expansion bus connector cover on the computer.

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6. Align the rear corners of the computer with the office docking (n)
and gently place the computer on top of the office docking (o),
making sure to align both the expansion bus connector of the
computer and the office docking.
CAUTION:
zDO NOT attempt to make connections if there is any object between the computer
and the office docking. Doing so could damage the computer and the office
docking.
zDO NOT attempt to move the office docking when it is connected to the computer.
zDO set the office docking on a flat surface. Setting up the office docking on an
uneven surface can result in poor contact.
zDO NOT use the office docking in a location where it will be subject to vibration. The
computer may disconnect from the office docking and malfunction as a result.
zIf the computer malfunctions while the office docking is connected, turn off the
computer, disconnect the office docking (see the next section), connect the AC
adapter to the computer, and check to see if the computer operates normally. If the
computer operates normally, the office docking may be malfunctioning.
Disconnecting
CAUTION: DO NOT disconnect the office docking while the computer is powered on or
in the Sleep or Hibernation mode.
1. Turn the computer power off.
2. Lift the front corners (n), then release the computer from the office
docking (o).

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3. Close the expansion bus connector cover of the computer.