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SimPad
Quick-Start-Guide
2011-November 22

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CONTENT
DESCRIPTION............................................................................................................ 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................. 3
User Environment....................................................................................................3
Water and Moisture..................................................................................................3
Cleaning.................................................................................................................3
Lightning................................................................................................................3
Dust ......................................................................................................................3
Servicing................................................................................................................3
Accessories.............................................................................................................3
THE INTERNAL BATTERY IN THE SIMPAD.................................................................. 3
Caution ..................................................................................................................3
Danger...................................................................................................................4
START-UP YOUR SIMPAD........................................................................................... 5
SHUT-DOWN.............................................................................................................. 6
POWER THE SIMPAD ................................................................................................. 6
Connect SimPad with other accessories.......................................................................7
WIFI.......................................................................................................................... 7
UPDATES ................................................................................................................... 7
FCC STATEMENT ........................................................................................................ 8
CANADIAN ICES-003 STATEMENT.............................................................................. 8
CE COMPLIANCE STATEMENT..................................................................................... 9

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DESCRIPTION
The SimPad is your simulation facilitation assistant. With the SimPad an instructor may control
and record simulation activities.
With the Simpad you are able to perform simulations, preparing yourselves for real-life
situations.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
For your protection, please read these safety instructions completely before you connect the
equipment to the power source. Carefully observe all warnings, precautions and instructions both
on the apparatus and in these operating instructions. Retain this manual for future reference.
User Environment
Protect the device against dust and moisture.
Water and Moisture
Do not operate the apparatus under or near water—for example near a bathtub, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub, in a wet basement, near a swimming pool or in other areas with high humidity.
•Never install jacks for communication cables in wet locations.
•Do not operate the product with wet hands.
Cleaning
Unplug the apparatus from communication lines, mains power outlet or any power source before
cleaning or polishing. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a lint-free cloth lightly
moistened with water for cleaning the exterior of the apparatus.
Lightning
Never use this apparatus, or connect/disconnect communication cables or power cables during
lightning storms.
Dust
Do not operate the apparatus in areas with a high concentration of dust.
Servicing
Do not attempt to service the apparatus yourself because opening or removing covers may expose
you to dangerous voltages or other hazards, and will void the warranty. Refer all servicing to
qualified service personnel.
Accessories
Use only accessories specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus.
THE INTERNAL BATTERY IN THE SIMPAD
Caution
If the internal battery packs in the SimPad is mishandled, the battery pack can burst, cause a fire
or even chemical burns. Observe the following cautions:
•Use only the SimPad battery with the SimPad.
•Do not expose to high temperatures, such as in direct sunlight or in a car parked in the sun.
•Replace only with the same type of battery.
•Be sure to charge the SimPad using only the supplied battery charger or a recommended
charging device that can charge the batteries.
•Keep the SimPad dry.
•Dispose of used battery pack promptly and according to local legislations.

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Danger
•Do not disassemble, crush, puncture, or short external contacts or and do not allow metal
objects to come into contact with the battery terminals.
•Do not try to repair the battery, it may cause explosion.
•Do not incinerate or dispose of in fire, the battery may explode or release toxic materials.
•Do not dispose of in water.
•Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium ion batteries.
Industry Canada Rules
This device complies with RSS-210 of the Industry Canada 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.
Ce dispositif est conforme à la norme CNR-210 d'Industrie Canada applicable aux appareils radio
exempts de licence. Son fonctionnement est sujet aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) le dispositif
ne doit pas produire de brouillage préjudiciable, et (2) ce dispositif doit accepter tout brouillage
reçu, y compris un brouillage susceptible de provoquer un fonctionnement indésirable.

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START-UP YOUR SIMPAD
1. Press the ON/OFF button on the SimPad for at least half a second – and release it.
2. A red, later green light will appear on SimPad during start-up. Start-up may take several
seconds. On the SimPad this image will appear after some seconds:

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3. When the welcome screen shows on the SimPad you are ready to start:
4. Choose the application applicable for your training.
GOOD LUCK SIMULATING!
SHUT-DOWN
•Turn of the SimPad by pressing the ON/OFF button for at least 0,5 seconds. You will be
prompted if you really want to shut down the SimPad. The LED will blink in green for
about 10-20 seconds until it has shut-down properly.
•The SimPad will turn itself off it there has been no activity for a customizable period of
time.
•To force the SimPad to turn off, press and hold the ON/OFF button for 5 seconds.
POWER THE SIMPAD
Using the internal battery
SimPad is equipped with an internal lithium-ion with capacity to bring you through most
common simulations sessions on one charge.

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To mains using AC/DC adapter
The SimPad may be powered from the mains using the supplied AC/DC adaptor. Plug it in to the
appropriate AC/DC input connector.
Charging the battery
When connected to the AC/DC adapter, the SimPad will be charged. The battery will be charging
also while operating it; however it will charge faster when the SimPad is not in use.
The light is blinking orange while charging – and steady orange when fully charged.
Connect SimPad with other accessories
USB accessories
Audio
WIFI
The SimPad is WiFi-enabled.
Standards: 802.11 b/g (2.4 GHz)
Operation mode: Infrastructure and Ad Hoc. Encryption support.
UPDATES
The SimPad software may be updated through a USB memory stick.

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FCC STATEMENT
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
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
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.
The use of shielded I/O cables is required when connecting this equipment to any and all optional
peripheral or host devices. Failure to do so may violate FCC rules.
Antenna statement : This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with
any other antenna or transmitter.
IMPORTANT Changes or modifications not covered in this manual must be approved in writing
by the manufacturer’s Regulatory Engineering Department. Changes or modifications made
without written approval may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.
RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT
The product comply with the FCC portable RF exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled
environment and are safe for intended operation as described in this manual. The further RF
exposure reduction can be achieved if the product can be kept as far as possible from the user
body or set the device to lower output power if such function is available.
RADIATION EXPOSURE STATEMENT:
The product comply with the Canada portable RF exposure limit set forth for an uncontrolled
environment and are safe for intended operation as described in this manual. The further RF
exposure reduction can be achieved if the product can be kept as far as possible from the user
body or set the device to lower output power if such function is available.
Déclaration d'exposition aux radiations:
Le produit est conforme aux limites d'exposition pour les appareils portables RF pour les États-
Unis et le Canada établies pour un environnement non contrôlé.
Le produit est sûr pour un fonctionnement tel que décrit dans ce manuel. La réduction aux
expositions RF peut être augmentée si l'appareil peut être conservé aussi loin que possible du
corps de l'utilisateur ou que le dispositif est réglé sur la puissance de sortie la plus faible si une
telle fonction est disponible.

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CANADIAN ICES-003 STATEMENT
This Class B digital apparatus meets all of the requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel
brouilleur du Canada.
CE COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
This product was tested and found to comply with all the requirements of the EMC Directive
2004/108/EC as amended.