Tangent Mini V User manual

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Trademark
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Version
User’s Manual V1.1 for Tangent Mini V.
Symbol description
Caution: refers to important information that can help you properly use the Mini V,
and how to avoid problems.
Warning: indicates that a potential risk of hardware damage or physical injury may
exist.
WEEE:
The use of this symbol indicates that this product may not be treated as household
waste. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent
potential negative consequences for the environment and human health. For more
detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city
office, your household waste disposal service or Tangent.

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Safety Notice
Before using this product please read the safety notices, below, carefully. This will help to extend
the product’s lifecycle, and ensure normal operation.
When Mini V is working, please make sure its ventilation system is working.
The power adapter is dissipating heat during normal use, please be sure not to cover it and
keep it away from your body to prevent discomfort or injury by heat exposure.
Please use the power adapter that comes with the product’s package; the wrong power
adapter may damage your device.
Make sure all the peripherals are properly connected before using the Mini V.
This product should only be used in an environment with ambient temperatures between 0ºC
and 40ºC.
Always shut down the computer before installing or uninstalling any peripheral that does not
support hot plug.
Disconnect all peripherals before servicing or disassembling this device.
Please do not disassemble this product by yourself, any disassembly not approved by the
original manufacturer may result in malfunction, and void warranty.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type, please dispose of used batteries
according to the instructions.

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Accessory List
Thank you for choosing the Tangent Mini V. Please check the accessories listed below. If there is
anything broken or lost, please contact Tangent as soon as possible.
Power Adapter Power Cord Magnet Rubber Foot
Vesa Mount Seatbase Opening Tool

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Table of C ontents
CHAPTER 1...................................................................................................................... 6
INTRODUCTION OF MINI V .......................................................................................... 6
1.1 TOP VIEW................................................................................................................... 6
1.2 FRONT SIDE VIEW ...................................................................................................... 7
1.3 BACK SIDE VIEW........................................................................................................ 8
1.4 BOTTOM VIEW ........................................................................................................... 9
CHAPTER 2.................................................................................................................... 10
PLACEMENT AND CONNECTION OF MINI V.......................................................... 10
2.1 ON THE DESK ........................................................................................................... 10
2.2 ON THE BACK OF A MONITOR ....................................................................................11
CONNECTION OF MINI V
2.3 CONNECT THE MONITOR .......................................................................................... 13
2.3.1 CONNECT THE USB DEVICES ................................................................................ 13
2.3.2 CONNECT THE NETWORK CABLE .......................................................................... 14
2.3.3 CONNECT THE POWER CORD................................................................................. 14

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C hapter
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Introducing Mini V
1.1 Top View
No. Name Description
1 Kensington Lock Attach a Kensington security system or a
compatible lock to secure your Mini V.

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1.2 Front Side View
No. Name Description
1 Headphone Port Connects to a headphone
2 Microphone In and S/PDIF In Port Connects to a microphone or playback
devices with optical connectors(3.5mm jack)
3 Multi-Function Card Reader Support SD/SDHC/SDXC/MS/MS Pro/MMC
memory cards
4 USB 3.0 Ports
Connect to USB devices
Caution:Before using it, you need to install
the “ASMedia USB3.0 driver” in the Driver
CD.
5 Suspend Button Enter suspend mode in operating system
6 Power Button with Integrated LED
Indicator
Turning the power on/off, Indicates system
states

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1.3 B ack S ide View
No. Name Description
1 USB 2.0 Ports Connects to USB devices
2 Display Output Port (VGA) Connects to display device
3 HDMI Port Connects to HDMI audio and video
4 Network Port Standard RJ-45 network port
5 Line Out and S/PDIF Out Port
Connects to powered analog speakers or
recording devices with optical
connectors(3.5mm jack)
6 Power Input Port Connects to the power adapter

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1.4 B ottom View
There are four Magnet-Metal-Feet in the package. Just align them to the sheet
metal on the bottom. The feet can seat and protect the Mini V when it is placed on
a tabletop.

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Placement of the Mini V
2.1 On a Desk
2.1.1. You can install your Mini V in the Seatbase, as shown below:

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2.1.2. If there is enough space on your desk, you can simply put your Mini V on
the tabletop as shown below.
2.2 On the Back of a Monitor
This is the best space-saving way.
2.2.1. Use four screws to fasten the VESA Mount onto the display back.
To install this VESA Mount, your display must follow VESA75/VESA100 standard. The
holes on your display have different spaces between them, and safely fasten the VESA
Mount onto your display. The VESA mounting plate is designed to attach to either
75x75 or 100x100 VESA compliant monitors.

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2.2.2. Fit the Mini V into the VESA Mount with power button located at the top for
easy access.
Slide up the Mini V to take it out.

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2.3 Connecting the Mini V
2.3.1. Connect the Monitor
Connect a monitor to the Mini V through the VGA connector.
2.3.2. Connect the USB Devices
Connect USB devices to the USB ports of the Mini V, for example, mouse and keyboard.

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2.3.3. Connect the Network Cable
Connect LAN cable to the RJ-45 port, with the other end connected to a hub or switch.
2.3.4. Connecting the Power Cord
Connect the power adapter to the power input port of the Mini V, and push the power button to
start it.
The power adapter dissipates heat during normal use; please make sure not to cover it
and keep it away from your body to prevent discomfort or injury from heat exposure.