Flybook Flybook 3G Notebook PC User manual

User’s Manual

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Thanks

We would like to thank you for choosing

FlyBook

®

as your mobile computer.

This choice can completely change your life.

We hope you will be happy with your FlyBook

®

.

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Announcement

Dialogue Technology Corporation is a registered trademark.

FlyBook is a trademark of the Dialogue Technology Corporation.

All trade names referred to in this document are the servicemark, trademark or registered

trademark of respective manufacturers or companies.

Disclaimer

Specifications and information in this document are subject to change without notice.

Please visit our web site or contact us for the latest information.

With regards to the accuracy of this document, no warranty is made or implied.

Copyright

No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form or by any means

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About this user’s guide

This user’s guide includes the essential information for the users who need to use or manage

the FlyBook computer on their own.

The content covers all FlyBook’s models. Please check your own model and disregard the other

models.

Windows

®

XP home edition is the default operation system of the FlyBook computer.

All of the descriptions in this guide are under Windows

®

XP home edition.

If this user’s guide is not able to help you with the problems, please read the on-line guide

in your computer, consult your dealer or visit our web site (http://www.dialogue.com.tw)

for more information.

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Table of contents

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CHAPTER 1

PACKING LIST 13

STATEMENT OF LIMITED WARRANTY 14

What the warranty covers 15

What the warranty does not cover 15

How to obtain the warranty service 15

Limitation of liability 16

How to get help 17

Best care for your Flybook 17

Taking care of your computer 17

Taking care of the adapter and power cord 17

Taking care of ther battery 18

CHAPTER 2

INTRODUCTION 21

A glance at your Flybook computer 21

Frontview 21

Rear view 23

Left view 24

Right view 24

Bottom view 25

FEATURES 26

Processor 26

Memory 26

Storage 26

Memory 26

Power 26

Display 26

Audio 26

Input devices 26

I/O ports 27

Communication 27

CONVERTIBLE DISPLAY SCREEN AND WORKING MODES 27

WORKING MODES

27

Notebook mode

27

Tablet mode 27

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TO MODIFY THE WORKING MODES 28

To tablet mode 28

INNOVATIVE “PROMPT TO PLAY” INTERFACE 29

MULTIMEDIA 30

Outputting display to a VGA display device 30

Outputting display to a video display device 30

Outputting sound or voice to an earphone or speakers 30

Inputting sound or voice from an external microphone 30

CONNECTIVITY 30

FAST DATA LINK 31

USB link 31

IEEE 1394 link 31

Ethernet link 31

Wireless network connection 31

Bluetooth communication 31

GPRS/CDMA communication 31

Dial-up link 31

PC card connection 31

CHAPTER 3

STARTING THE FLYBOOK 35

Getting your FlyBook ready 35

Installing battery pack 35

TURNING ON THE POWER 35

INSTALLING OPERATION SYSTEM 36

CHAPTER 4

USING THE FLYBOOK 39

Indicators 39

Keyboard 40

Windows keys 40

LOCK KEYS 42

HOT KEYS 42

TRACK POINTS, MOUSE BUTTONS, AND SCROLL BUTTON

43

T

ouch panel screen

44

Calibrating your touch panel 45

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DISPLAY 46

Adjusting display brightness 47

Switching display output to an external display device 47

Setting display color and resolution 47

Changing display orientation 48

AUDIO 48

POWER SYSTEM 49

Adapter 49

Battery 49

Recharging the battery 49

Power management 50

Power Schemes option 50

Selecting a suitable running mode 50

Setting time for the automatic execution event of built-in power-saving schemes 51

Alarms option 52

Power Meter option 52

Advanced option 53

“Always show icon on the taskbar” 54

“Prompt for password when computer resumes from standby” 54

“Hibernate” option 55

PROTECTING YOUR FLYBOOK 55

PROTECTING your computer against unauthorized access 55

BIOS password 55

Hard disk password 55

Operating system passwords 55

PROTECTING YOUR FLYBOOK AGAINST DAMAGE 55

Reserving backups of your personal data frequently 55

Using a strap to prevent falling over 56

RECOVERING YOUR SYSTEM 56

From a hidden partition of built-in hard disk 56

FROM THE RECOVERY CD 57

RESETTING THE FLYBOOK 57

CHAPTER 5

CONNECTION THROUGH OPTIONS

60

USB link

60

IEEE 1394 link 60

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Ethernet link 60

CONFIGURING YOUR CONNECTION 61

MAKING CONNECTION TO AN ETHERNET 62

WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS THROUGH THE BUILT-IN MODULES 63

Wireless Network Connection 63

Configuring your connections 63

Making connection to a Wireless Network 65

Bluetooth communication (Optional) 66

Configuring your connections 66

Making connections to Bluetooth-equipped devices 66

GPRS COMMUNICATION 68

Configuring your connection 68

Making connection to a GPRS network 69

CDMA communication (Optional) 70

DIAL-UP LINK THROUGH THE BUILT-IN MODEM 70

Configuring your connection 70

Making a dial-up link 70

PC CARD CONNECTION 70

PC card insertion 71

PC card ejection 71

BIOS SETUP UTILITY 71

Default - Main menu 72

Default - Internal HDD sub-menu 72

Default Security menu 74

Default menu of the Boot 74

Exit Menu 74

APPENDIX B TESTED DEVICES 75

DDR RAM Modules 75

PCMCIA/CF/CardBus 75

USB 75

IEEE 1394 75

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CHAPTER 1

BEFORE YOU START

CHAPTER 1

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Note

• Do not connect the adapter to the Flybook before it is has been prepared for use.

• If the computer is being used for the first time, the battery pack must be fully

charged.

PACKING LIST

What you will find in the Flybook package:

Item Note

1. FlyBook computer Take care when removing the computer from the

package.

2. Battery before use. Special FlyBook battery. Take off the protection cover

3. Adapter Made specifically for the FlyBook computer. Handle with

care and read carefully through the instructions before use.

4. Power cord Connects the adapter to the power source.

5. Stylus pen panel. An input periheral of the display (touch

panel).

6. Read me first A guide designed to help the user to understand everything

for an efficient use of Flybook.

Please read through the

manual before beginning any operation with Flybook.

7. User’s guide The present manual.

8. Recovery CD A CD for the configuration of your FlyBook computer. It

includes pre-installed Windows XP, drivers and utilities that

are crucial for using the computer. Warning! All data

preserved in the computer will be cancelled when the

CD is installed.

9.

Windows XP

®

home The Microsoft certificate which indicates that the Windows

®

edition authority XP home edition installed in your FlyBook computer is

legally licensed.

10.Warranty card Where the Serial number is written, and where you will

find service and warranty information concerning your

FlyBook computer.

11.Slip bag A custom pocket bag, for the transport of your Flybook.

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Statement of limited warranty

Dialogue Technology Corporation provides a one-year limited warranty for all complete unit

FlyBook models with an additional one-year extension provided by Dialogue Europe

Corporation.

The warranties provided by Dialogue Technology Corporation in this statement do not apply to

computers purchased from resellers.

All the services provided and connected to the warranty are inseparable from the performance

of Flybook unless otherwise stated.

Nothing in this statement affects the statutory rights of customers that can in no

way be waived or limited by contract.

These warranties provide specific legal rights and you may have other rights which

vary from different jurisdictions.

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What the warranty covers

• The computer is warranted and provided free from defects in materials and workmanship.

• The computer is warranted conforming to the official published specifications.

• The warranty period starts from the effective date of sale, which coincides with the date of

invoice or sales receipt unless Dialogue Technology Corporation or regional resellers inform

you otherwise.

• A part replacement will assume the warranty service status of the removed part only.

• Unless Dialogue Technology Corporation and/or international extensions specify otherwise,

these warranties apply only to the country or region in which you purchase the computers.

What the warranty does not cover

• Any software programs purchased from third parties are not warranted, whether they are

shipped or pre-loaded with the computer, installed subsequently or otherwise.

• Damage caused by misuse, viruses, accidents, modifications, unsuitable physical or

operating environments, or improper maintenance is not warranted.

• Any integrated or peripheral devices not provided by Dialogue Technology Corporation

are excluded from warranty.

• The warranty is void by removal or alteration of identification labels on the computer

or its parts.

• Dialogue Technology Corporation does not warrant error-free operation of the hardware

and software for the uninterrupted use of Flybook for lengthy intervals.

Warranty service

If the computer does not function as warranted during the warranty period, please contact the

assistance centers or authorized resellers to obtain the warranty services.

In general, you must provide the information or evidence stated on the Warranty Card to the

service center before requesting assistance.

Furthermore, it is necessary to inform the assistance center:

• What kind of problem you are having with your FlyBook

• How you have attempted to resolve this problem.

• Remember to make a copy of your personal data before delivering the computer to the

service center. The service center does not guarantee for your personal data on the hard

disk during the service and maintenance period nor does it guar

antee for its priv

acy.

• In order to fulfill their obligations, the service center or reseller must have the rights to

access your Flybook without any limits.

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Note

• All servicing and servicing procedures vary from country to country or region to

region. Please read your warranty card to obtain further information.

• We remind you once again to create a copy of your personal data before

delivering the computer to the service center.

Liability Limitations

• The total liability of Dialogue Technology Corporation arising out of this statement may be

limited by the amount actually paid for the purchase of the product.

• In no event shall Dialogue Technology Corporation be liable for costs of substitute

products or services.

• In no event shall Dialogue Technology Corporation be liable to any entity for any special,

consequential, incidental or other damages, however caused and on any theory of liability,

and whether or not breach of contract, negligence or otherwise, and whether or not

Dialogue Technology Corporation has been advised of the possibility of such damage.

• These limitations will apply notwithstanding any failure or non of essential purpose of any

limited remedy provided herein.

• The limitation of liability of Dialogue Technology Corporation is cumulative, with all

expenditures of Dialogue Technology Corporation being aggregated to determine

satisfaction of the limit.

• The existence of claims or suits shall not increase or extend the limit under this statement.

• In no event shall any resellers or suppliers of Dialogue Technology Corporation be liable

for any direct, indirect, consequential or other damages arising out of this statement.

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How to get help

When you have any problems using your Flybook, in addition to referring to this manual or

on-line-helps in your computer, you can:

• Call service centers to help you solve the problems.

• Access the service web site to receive related information.

All information on service web sites can be found in your warranty card.

Best care for your FlyBook

Knowing how to take care of your FlyBook computer can avoid the computer from coming to

harm or being damaged. Please comply with the following instructions:

Taking care of the computer

• Handle with extreme care.

• Do not expose the computer to temperatures above 50° C or below 0° C.

• Keep the computer away from direct sunlight or heat sources.

• Do not expose the computer to rain or moisture.

• Do not spill water or any other liquid on the computer.

• Do not place the computer near magnetic fields.

• Avoid heavy shocks or vibrations to the computer.

• Do not expose the computer to dusty or dirty environments.

• Do not place objects on top of the computer.

• Do not place the computer on uneven surfaces.

• Make sure that the convertible hinge is in the correct position before closing the display screen.

• Do not slam the display screen when closing it.

• Do not operate the touch-panel using any thing besides the stylus pen of the computer.

• Do not cover the enclosure openings. It will block the air convection of the cooling system.

• Only use the adapter specifically provided with your computer.

• Make sure the computer is turned off and the adapter is unplugged before changing any

system modules (Battery pack, DRAM module, hard disk… ).

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Taking care of the adapter and power cord

• Carefully read the specifications and safety precautions written on the adapter.

• Make sure the power source is within safety range and is safe to use before connecting

the adapter to the source.

• Do not connect the adapter to any other devices.

• Do not place heavy objects on top of the adapter or power cord; do not step on them.

• Do not pull on the power cord; disconnect the computer at the plug when unplugging it.

• Disconnect the adapter from the power source when the computer is not being used.

Taking care of your battery pack

• Read the safety precautions indicated on the battery.

• When the battery is not being used, preserve it in the protection cover.

• Keep the battery away from direct sunlight or heat. When Flybook is turned off, the best

temperature for preserving the battery is between 0° and 30° C.

• Do not expose the battery to rain or moisture.

• Do not spill water or any other liquid on the battery.

• Avoid heavy shocks to the battery.

• Do not put any heavy objects on top of the battery.

• Keep the battery away from children.

• Periodically recharge the battery (for further information, please refer to the section on

BIOS setup utility)

• Make sure that the battery always operates in a correct and regular manner.

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CHAPTER 2

INTRODUCTION

CHAPTER 2

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