TabletKiosk Sahara NetSlate a510 User manual

Quick Start Guide
Sahara NetSlate® a510 Tablet PC
Left Side
1. Carry Strap Attachment
2. 3G+GPS Antenna Port
(with antenna attached)
3. Ethernet Port (RJ45)
4-5. USB 3.0 Ports
6. Headphone Jack
7. Audio In Jack
8. Stylus Pen Garage
9. SAS Button
10. Screen Rotation Lock
11-12. Volume or Brightness
Control Buttons (user
assignable in BIOS)
Top Side
13. DC In (Power In)
14. HDD Access LED
15. Battery Status LEDs
16. Power Switch
17. Bluetooth Switch
18. WiFi Switch
19. Modular Expansion
Port with cover
Front
20. Audio Speaker
2. 3G+GPS Antenna
21. Microphone Array
22. Fingerprint Reader
Right Side
1. Carry Strap Attachment
23. Kensington Lock Port
24. Battery 1
25. Touch Screen ON/OFF
26. Wireless Mode Toggle
27-28. Programmable Buttons
29. Battery 2
Left Side Right Side
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Congratulations on your purchase of a TabletKiosk Sahara NetSlate® a510 Tablet PC. This guide
is aimed at getting you up and running with your new Tablet PC as quickly as possible.
For more information on setting up and using your Sahara NetSlate a510, please consult the
digital User’s Guide located on your desktop or visit our website at www.tabletkiosk.com.
What’s in the Box
Your Sahara NetSlate should come securely packaged in its shipping container along with the
items listed below. Contact your dealer immediately if you find that anything is missing or
damaged. Note, however, that contents may be changed without notice.
1. AC Adapter with Power Cord
2. Cleaning Cloth
3. Neoprene Slip Case
4. Simple Stand
5. Windows Getting Started Guide
6. This Quick Start Guide
7. Standard Lithium-Ion Battery Pack(s)
8. Stylus Pen (may not be included with certain configurations)
Setting Up Your Sahara NetSlate
The following steps will help you power up and get running with your new Sahara NetSlate a510
Tablet PC as quickly and effortlessly as possible. These steps might change slightly over time
with newer revisions of the installed operating system, or when your tablet is purchased from a
systems integrator or solutions provider.
Step 1: Insert the Battery Pack(s)
Turn the tablet over so the back of the system is facing toward you.
CAUTION: When turning over the Sahara NetSlate, be careful not to place it on a surface that could scratch
or damage the LCD screen. You can place the included slip case on the surface before carefully setting the
computer down to protect the screen.
Align a battery into the battery compartment and then slide it into the computer until it clicks
securely into place. While it does not matter which battery (one or two) that you install first, if
you are only going to install one battery, it should be installed into battery bay one ( ).
Slide the battery-locking tab to the locked ( ) position. Once the locking tab clicks into position,
the battery should be securely seated. Repeat for the second battery if applicable.
Align the battery in the bay and slide it into
place. You will hear a click when the battery is
properly seated.
Slide the locking tab on the battery to the
locked position to keep the battery secured in
the bay.

Step 2: Connect the Sahara NetSlate to an External Power Source
Locate the AC adapter and the power cord. Plug the power cord securely into the AC adapter.
Plug the AC adapter’s connection cable into the DC In ( ) port on the top side of the Sahara
NetSlate. Once the adapter is securely in place, plug the power cord into a power outlet.
IMPORTANT: You should allow the battery pack(s) to charge fully before disconnecting the Sahara NetSlate
from the AC adapter and running it on battery power for the first time.
NOTE: When you first connect the Sahara NetSlate into an external power source, the battery charge
indicator(s) will begin to glow orange. When the battery is fully charged the indicator(s) will turn green.
See the section later in this guide and in the User’s Guide entitled Battery Care for tips on maximizing
battery life and performance.
Step 3: Connect Any Applicable Peripherals and Networking Cables
If you would like to use any external peripherals with the tablet (i.e. USB mouse, USB keyboard,
etc.), or are planning to connect to the Internet and/or a corporate LAN using a wired Ethernet
connection (RJ45), connect them now.
Step 4: Power on the Sahara NetSlate
Locate the three power switches on the top of the tablet. The switch is the computer’s main
power toggle. Slide and hold it until it emits a blue glow (about 3 seconds) and then release it.
The Sahara NetSlate will now boot up.
Step 5: Complete the Operating System Installation
When your system powers on for the first time, you may be prompted to enter your Windows
product key to complete set-up. The key can be found on the C.O.A. sticker located on the back
of the system underneath the battery pack in battery bay one ( ). You will then be asked to
agree to Microsoft's licensing terms.
Plug the power cord into the DC In jack on the
top of the tablet.
Plug the power cord into the AC adapter brick
and then into a wall outlet.
Locate the system Power switch on the top of
the tablet.
Slide and hold it for about three (3) seconds
until it glows blue and the system powers up.

Windows will start its configuration and optimization routine and may restart. This is normal.
Windows will then have a few questions for you to answer in order to localize and finish your
installation. Refer to your operating system’s manual for information on any of the questions you
are unsure how to answer. When done, your system will complete the first time set-up and you
will be taken to the Windows desktop.
Step 6: Navigating the Operating System's GUI on a Tablet PC
Unlike a standard laptop or desktop PC, navigating the operating system’s graphical user inter-
face (GUI) on a Tablet PC is performed using a stylus pen or your fingers.
Touch Screen: Navigating with a touch screen is different from navigating with a mouse. You
may use either a stylus pen or your fingers. If using a stylus, hold it as if you were writing with
a standard ink pen. Instead of sliding the stylus or your fingers around the screen to move the
pointer (as you would with a mouse or track pad), simply tap on what you want to interact with.
Sliding the stylus or your finger while touching the screen will move the on-screen pointer
around as if you were using a mouse and holding down the left mouse button. In other words,
you would be performing a drag operation. Also, remember that since the screen is sensitive to
the touch, resting your hand on it while working might make the pointer react unpredictably.
Active Digitizer (pen): When using a digitizer, you may only navigate using the pen. On a dual
mode Sahara NetSlate a510 Tablet PC, the screen will intelligently sense the tip of the stylus pen
when it draws near and automatically switch on the digitizer. Now the pen's tip doesn’t even
need to touch the screen to activate and move the pointer.
Hold the stylus pen as you would a standard ink pen. Simply place the tip of the stylus just
above the screen and move it around. The pointer should follow it as if you were using a mouse.
In this mode your hand may rest on the screen, since this will not affect the behavior of the
pointer. Like a touch screen, when you want to select or interact with an object, simply tap on it.
Keep the stylus tip on the screen while moving it around in order to perform a drag operation.
TIP: When trying to select or activate something on the screen with the stylus pen, pay attention to the
position of the pointer icon on the screen instead of the tip of the pen. By default, the pointer is diamond
shaped in Windows 7 when using a touch screen or digitizer unless you plug-in and use a mouse, then it
will switch to the standard arrow pointer.
Whether using either a touch screen or an active digitizer, tapping lightly on the screen will
perform a standard left mouse button click. Tapping twice in rapid succession will perform a
double-click. Pressing the tip of the stylus or your finger against the screen without moving it for
about a second or so will perform a standard right mouse button click.
NOTE: When pressing and holding to perform a right-click, keep your finger or stylus tip pressed to the
screen until you see a circle draw around where you are pressing before you release.
Inputting Data: You can use the Tablet PC Input Panel in Windows 7 to enter information
via the On-Screen Keyboard or Writing Pad. You’ll find the edge of the Tablet PC Input Panel
docked on the left-hand side of your screen. When in digitizer mode, hovering the pointer over
the panel will cause it to slide outward a bit making it easier to access. Tap on it once to activate
the panel and slide it to the center of your desktop. When finished, tap the “close” icon in the
upper right corner of the panel to re-dock it.
When using a touch screen, tap once on the input panel’s edge to slide it to the center of your
desktop. You can also enable the PC Input Panel Toolbar on the Windows Taskbar by pressing
and holding (right-clicking) on a blank space on the Taskbar and choosing "Toolbars Tablet
PC Input Panel" from the pop-up menu that appears.
For more information on using the input panels, see the digital User's Guide on your system's
desktop (you can also download it from www.tabletkiosk.com) or check out the Tablet PC
Tutorials in Windows.

Calibrating the Screen for Improved Accuracy
If you find that the position of the on-screen pointer isn’t matching the touch of the stylus or
your finger properly, you can calibrate the screen for better accuracy.
Calibrating the Active Digitizer and Capacitive Touch Screen
1. Go to the START menu and tap on "Control
Panel" in the right hand column to open the
Windows Control Panel.
2. Tap on the “Hardware and Sound” category and
locate the "Tablet PC Settings" sub-category
and then either tap on it or tap on the "Cali-
brate the screen for pen or touch input" link.
3. In the "Display" tab, tap on the “Calibrate...”
button. If a Window appears asking you which
type of screen you want to calibrate ("Touch
Input" for the touch screen, or "Pen Input" for
the digitizer) choose the appropriate one to
continue to the calibration screen.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete
the calibration. The routine for each screen is
very similar. Tap in the center of each cross
when it appears on the screen. When you have
tapped on the last cross, you will be prompted
to save your calibration data. If you are happy
with how you tapped on each cross, save the
data. If not, choose to cancel and then rerun the
calibration routine.
NOTE: If you find that after you calibrate for the first time the screen accuracy is no better or perhaps
worse, choose to calibrate again. After the first calibration for each screen, the routine steps down to
only using 4-target points for calibration. Sometimes, the 4-point calibration can produce better feeling
calibration data for some users.
If at any point you wish to reset your calibration data and return to the Windows default
calibration state, simply tap on the "Reset..." button and choose which screen to reset if asked.
Calibrating the Resistive Touch Screen
The resistive touch screen is calibrated from the PenMount control panel. A short-cut is located
on the Windows desktop.
1. Open the PenMount control panel and,
in the “Device”tab, tap on the “PenMount
6000 USB” icon and then tap “Configure”.
Alternatively, just double-tap on the
“PenMount 6000 USB” icon.
2. Tap on the “Calibrate” tab and then tap on
either the “Standard Calibration” or the
“Advanced Calibration” button. Most of
the time, a Standard Calibration should
be sufficient to perform an accurate
calibration. Advanced Calibration allows
you to choose how many touch points will
appear in the Calibration test.
If your Sahara NetSlate a510 has a dual mode
screen, you will see this window asking you to
choose an input panel to calibrate.

NOTE: If you find the “Standard Calibration” to be too imprecise, the “Advanced Calibration” mode offers
9, 16 or 25 points for calibrating. We suggest starting at 9 points. For both modes, it is recommended that
you use the stylus, rather than your finger, to produce to most accurate results.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions by
pressing and holding on each red
square that appears until you are
told to lift to proceed. To quit this
routine without saving the data, hit
on your keyboard if you have
one connected, or simply wait a
few moments without touching the
screen and the test will time out.
4. When the calibration is complete, you
can test the screen accuracy by either
tapping around the screen, or using the“Draw” test in the “Tools” tab in the main window
of the PenMount Control Panel.
Connecting to a Wireless Network
1. Turn on the WiFi transmitter using the
toggle switch on the top of your tablet.
2. In the Windows 7 System Tray, tap on the
“Wireless Networks” ( ) icon.
3. From the list that appears, tap to select the
network to which you wish to connect and
then tap the “Connect” button. If no wireless
networks appear after a few moments, tap on
the refresh button located on the right side of
the dialog box.
4. If the wireless network you are attempting to
connect to is security-enabled, you will see a dia-
log box requesting a network key or password.
The key/password (your network administrator
should be able to supply this to you) must be
entered correctly or you will not be able to
successfully connect to the network.
If you entered the network key correctly, you should now be connected to the wireless network.
If it appears you are connected to the network, but have limited or no actual connectivity, it is
most likely due to an improperly entered network key. Disconnect from the network by tapping
the “Disconnect” button and try to connect again. If you continue to have trouble connecting,
contact your network administrator for assistance.
Connecting to a WWAN with the optional 3G/3.5G Module
In order to connect to a Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN), you will need to have a
Broadband Access account already set-up with your cellular carrier of choice. The WWAN module
that comes in the Sahara NetSlate is designed to provide access to 3G global networks, and is a
dual mode (HSPA & CDMA) embedded module that provides network access at speeds up to
14.4 Mbps downlink and 5.76Mbps uplink.
NOTE: For more information regarding the capabilities and specifications of the 3G WWAN Data
module, please visit our website at www.tabletkiosk.com.
Touch each of the red squares that appear on-screen to
calibrate the touch screen. Remember to hold your finger or
stylus down on the square until it tells you to release.
Tap on the wireless networking icon in the
System Tray located on the task bar next to
the clock.

If required to access the 3G network, your wireless provider should have supplied you with a
access code or SIM card and the software necessary to access their 3G network. Please refer to
their instructions for the proper procedures for installing their software and configuring your
WWAN access account. If your carrier does not provide you with connection software, you may
also use the "AirCard Watcher" application either pre-installed on your system, or by running the
installer located in the "3G" folder inside of the "Drivers" folder located in the root of your Sahara
NetSlate's data drive.
To insert the SIM card into your Sahara NetSlate a510:
1. Power off the system and place it face down on a
flat surface that will not damage the screen so that
you can access the back of the system.
2. Locate the Wireless Networking Compartment on
the back, near the right side of the system, and just
above the stylus garage (see the chapter“Touring
the Sahara NetSlate” in the on-screen User’s Guide
for the location). Remove the two screws that
secure the access cover (use a #0 Philips screw
driver).
3. Lift the cover from the edge where the screw
holes are located to remove it and set it aside.
The system's RAM slot and WWAN data module
are inside. The SIM card holder is located toward
the top right of the compartment, just above the
WWAN module.
4. Unlock the cover by placing your fingernail or
another small flat object into the wide oval shaped
opening near the top of the SIM holder and slide it
toward the left side of the compartment until you
feel it“click”. Carefully, lift the cover open toward
you. It should swivel like a door.
5. Slip the SIM card face up onto the slot so the
clipped corner of the card matches the clipped
corner of the slot and then close it and slide it back
to the right until you feel it “click” to lock it into
place.
NOTE: You will have to lift up slightly on the cover before you
will be able to close it. You should not feel any resistance when
closing the cover.
6. You can now replace the compartment cover and secure it with the screws.
To connect to a 3G network:
1. Make sure the switch on the top of the Tablet PC is currently on and that it is in either
3G mode or mixed wireless mode (the LED should be glowing either orange or purple). If it
is not, press the button on the right side of the Sahara NetSlate to change modes.
2. Launch your provider's connection manager software or the AirCard Watcher application
that came with your Sahara NetSlate.
3. Once the connection manager indicates that a 3G network has been initialized, press the
"Connect" button to connect to the network.

Connecting with a Wireless Bluetooth Device
1. Turn on the Bluetooth transmitter using the
toggle switch on the top of your tablet.
2. If the Bluetooth Assistant is running, after a few
moments the "Add New Connection Wizard"
should start automatically (so skip to step
3), otherwise go to "START All Programs
Bluetooth" and tap on the "Add New
Connection" button.
3. Turn on the discovery service on your
Bluetooth device.
4. Choose the device from the "Select a device"
panel that appears you want to use and tap
the "Next >" button.
5. Enter a Bluetooth passkey if prompted. If you
are trying to connect to a Bluetooth keyboard,
hit "Enter" after typing the passkey.
6. Your device should now be connected. If any
device drivers are required to operate your
device, if you haven't already, you should load
them now. Otherwise your Bluetooth device
should now be functional.
NOTE: If you find that your Bluetooth device doesn't seem
to connect properly, or doesn't function, after starting up
the computer again sometime in the future: open up the
"Bluetooth Settings" application (located in "START All
Programs Bluetooth"), tap on the device you are having
problems with to highlight it and then tap on the "X Delete"
button to remove it. Then tap on the "New Connection"
button to re-setup the device again.
Using the TabletKiosk Modular Expansion System
Your Sahara NetSlate features the TabletKiosk Modular
Expansion System. This systems allows for the easy
integration of feature modules that enhance the
capabilities of your Tablet PC.
Based upon the Universal Serial Bus (USB), the
modules are hot swappable, meaning you do
not have to power down your system in order to
install/remove/exchange a module, and require no
additional drivers beyond those that may be required
by the device being added to the system (3G WWAN
module, etc.).
To add an expansion module:
1. Remove the two Philips head screws holding
the Modular Expansion System port cover on
the top/back of the tablet in place.
2. Remove expansion port cover.

3. Align the plug of the module you wish to install
and slide it into place.
4. Screw the two screws back into place to hold the
module securely.
5. After a moment, Windows should detect the
module and load the required drivers, if they are
natively available within Windows, or prompt you
to install the drivers that came with the module.
To remove or swap a module, simple follow the
same procedure, except replace the module you
are removing with either another module, or the
Expansion cover plate.
NOTE: If your module contains, or is attached to, a media
card reader, external hard drive or other such removable
media device, be sure to eject the device as you would a
standard USB attached data storage device before removing
it in order to prevent possible data loss/corruption. You can
eject the device by going down to the System Tray, tapping
on the USB Device icon and the selecting the device from the
list you wish to eject.
Programming the Function Buttons
Your Sahara NetSlate has a total of eight function
buttons located on the sides of the tablet. While
the four on the left side are pre-programmed at the
factory, up to three of the four on the right side are
programmable. You can use the Tablet Button panel,
located in the System Tray, to reprogram those three
buttons to activate a different pre-programmed task, or
to launch a “Custom” application of your choice.
Double-tap on the icon to launch the Tablet Button
applet. [HotKey 1] is the top button on the right side
of the tablet. It is pre-programmed to turn the touch
screen on and off. The other buttons can each be
programmed to open the Windows Explorer or
Internet Explorer simply by tapping on the respective
icon in each button's sub-section.
If you would like a button to open another application
installed on your tablet (or even a batch or script
file), simply tap on the third icon (ratchet & wrench)
and then tap on the "Open" button. A file dialog
box appears so you can navigate to your program
of choice. Close the applet to enable and save your
choices. If your Sahara NetSlate came with a 3G
module installed, the second button [HotKey 2] will
be pre-programmed to toggle between wireless
networking modes (WiFi→3G→Both).
Using the Batteries for the First Time
Before running the Tablet PC on battery power for the first time, both of the batteries should be
fully charged.
Remember to screw the module into place
to prevent it from coming off while in use.
Be sure to store the screws that attached the
cover in a safe place so as not to lose them.
Locate the Tablet Button icon in the System
Tray to program the function buttons.

On the front of the Sahara NetSlate are two battery
status indicators just above the TabletKiosk logo. These
indicators will track the charging status of the two
Lithium-Ion battery packs located on the back of the
Tablet PC.
Partially discharged batteries will cause the indicators
to glow orange when attached to an external power
source. When each battery is fully charged, its
corresponding LED indicator will turn green. Make sure
both indicators are green before running the system
on battery power for the first time.
Battery Usage
Running your system plugged in all the time, or conversely, until the batteries are almost totally
drained on a regular basis is not recommended as they can damage the battery’s ability to hold
a charge.
In general, running the system until both battery indicators are blinking, typically this is when
the batteries are down to just below 10% charged, and then fully charging the batteries (full
discharge/charge cycle) will ensure the accuracy of the battery status gauges and prolong the
batteries' charge efficiency.
You do not need to plug in the system when only one of the battery indicators are blinking, as
the other battery may have plenty of charge remaining. Generally, waiting until they are both
blinking before charging is preferred.
When there is only one minute of battery charge remaining, the computer will suspend its
current state to the hard drive and power off (hibernate) to prevent data loss. To resume your
work, either swap in charged batteries or plug in the AC adapter and turn the system back on.
Restoring Your System Using the System Recovery Partition
There may be times where you’ll encounter errors that may prevent you from booting into
Windows normally. Your Sahara NetSlate has a hidden partition on the data storage drive that
contains the files you’ll need to restore your system.
This recovery system uses Windows Recovery and enables you to restore the operating system
to a previous state in time, reinstall the operating system without losing your previous settings
or documents, or reinstall your system without saving your documents or settings.
IMPORTANT: You will need to have a mouse and/or keyboard with standard F1-F12 function keys
attached to your system in order to launch and navigate both the Advanced Boot Options menu and the
Windows Recovery System.
You enter into Windows Recovery through the Advanced Boot Options menu by hitting the [F8]
key on your keyboard when your Sahara NetSlate first starts up.
NOTE: The easiest way to enter the Advanced Boot
Menu is by repeatedly pressing the [F8] key as soon as
you see the TabletKiosk logo screen and not stopping
until the Advanced Boot Options menu screen appears.
1. When the Advanced Boot Options menu
appears, select “Repair Your Computer” and
press [Enter] to launch Windows Recovery.
2. When the recovery system starts, choose
your preferred keyboard language.
The battery indicators will turn green when
their corresponding battery is fully charged.
Partially charged batteries will glow orange.

3. In order to access the recovery options, you will need to login using your current Windows
account and password.
NOTE: Your current account must have administrator privileges in order to successfully login.
4. After successfully logging in,
you will be taken to the System
Recovery Options menu. Click
on the last option “Reinstall
Windows”to restore your system
using the files in the hidden
recovery partition.
5. You will then be given one last
chance to cancel by clicking the
“No” button when asked if are
you sure you want to reinstall
Windows. If you are sure, click
the “Yes” button and the restore
procedure will begin.
After you have finished restoring Windows, your system will reboot and Set-up will configure
Windows for first use. When you have returned to the Windows desktop, go to Windows Update
and install any Critical updates until your system is current. Finally, reinstall your applications
and any documents you backed up before you reinstalled.
Cleaning and Caring for Your System
After sustained usage, you will probably find that your Sahara NetSlate will require cleaning.
Never use household cleaning supplies or glass cleaner with ammonia to clean the case or the
LCD screen. Additionally, you shouldn't ever spray anything directly on the Tablet PC while it is
powered on and running.
A can of compressed air can be used to remove dust and other particulate matter from crevices,
vents and I/O ports. Compressed air is also good for cleaning dust from the non-slip surface of
the Sahara NetSlate's top case.
Cleaning the LCD screen
Gently wipe the surface using a clean, dry microfiber cloth. Use as little pressure as possible.
Using your breath in conjunction with the microfiber cloth, as you would to clean the lenses on
a pair of eye glasses, is very effective.
To remove really tough marks and smudges:
1. Spray a small amount of non-abrasive cleanser, water or mixture of water and isopropyl
alcohol (70/30 mix) on a microfiber cloth. Make sure the cloth is only damp, not saturated
or dripping.
CAUTION: Do not spray or apply any liquids directly onto the Tablet PC. Always apply the solution to your
microfiber cloth first, not directly on the parts you are cleaning.
2. Gently wipe the display surface. Use only as much pressure as necessary to remove the
smudge. Wipe in small circular motions.
Cleaning Solutions
For tough, greasy marks or smudges, use water, high purity isopropyl alcohol, or a cleaning
solution specifically made for cleaning LCD monitors. Do not use cleaners that contain Acetone,
Ethyl Alcohol, Ethyl Acid, Ammonia, or Methyl Chloride.

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