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For all technical support issues, or if anything is missing as listed under Package Contents in this user guide, please contact ViewSonic before returning the product. See the Customer Support table in this guide for contact information. ViewSonic® Convertible Tablet PC V1250 User Guide Microsoft® Windows XP Tablet PC Edition IMPORTANT!
For all technical support issues, or if anything is missing as listed under Package Contents in this user guide, please contact ViewSonic before returning the product. See the Customer Support table in this guide for contact information. ViewSonic® Convertible Tablet PC V1250 User Guide Microsoft® Windows XP Tablet PC Edition IMPORTANT!
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... View 7 Converting to a Tablet 8 Performance Features 10 High Performance Processor 10 Convert to PC 10 Input 10 Memory 10 Advanced Graphic Engine 10 Expandability 10 Bright LCD Touch-screen Display 11 Wireless LAN, Fast Ethernet and Modem Connectivity ...... 11 Internal Antenna 11 Additional Expansion and Connectivity 11 Software Included 12 Using the Keyboard 13 Using the Touch Pad 14 Storage 15 Hard Disk Drive 15 Optical Disk Drive 15 Display 16 Extending the Life of the TFT Display Device...
... View 7 Converting to a Tablet 8 Performance Features 10 High Performance Processor 10 Convert to PC 10 Input 10 Memory 10 Advanced Graphic Engine 10 Expandability 10 Bright LCD Touch-screen Display 11 Wireless LAN, Fast Ethernet and Modem Connectivity ...... 11 Internal Antenna 11 Additional Expansion and Connectivity 11 Software Included 12 Using the Keyboard 13 Using the Touch Pad 14 Storage 15 Hard Disk Drive 15 Optical Disk Drive 15 Display 16 Extending the Life of the TFT Display Device...
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... To Disk - Hibernate Mode 25 The Power On/Power Management Button 25 Bridge Battery Feature 25 Using your V1250 Initial Setup 26 Booting up for the first time 29 Calibrating the touch screen 30 Connectivity 31 Modem 31 Ethernet 31 Wireless LAN 32 USB 33 1394 Firewire 33 Expansion 33 PC Card 33 Multicard Slot 33 Upgrading the System Memory 34 Installing a New Memory Module 34 Security 36 Using the Security Lock 36 Using Passwords 36 Using Accessories Docking Station 38 Troubleshooting ViewSonic Tablet PC...
... To Disk - Hibernate Mode 25 The Power On/Power Management Button 25 Bridge Battery Feature 25 Using your V1250 Initial Setup 26 Booting up for the first time 29 Calibrating the touch screen 30 Connectivity 31 Modem 31 Ethernet 31 Wireless LAN 32 USB 33 1394 Firewire 33 Expansion 33 PC Card 33 Multicard Slot 33 Upgrading the System Memory 34 Installing a New Memory Module 34 Security 36 Using the Security Lock 36 Using Passwords 36 Using Accessories Docking Station 38 Troubleshooting ViewSonic Tablet PC...
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... functional PC with 5 replacement stylus tips • AC Adapter and Power Cord(s) • Carrying Case • Battery Pack • Recovery CD Package • Quick Start Guide • User Guide on C:\V1250\UG Optional Accessories The Tablet PC V1250 offers a host of a ViewSonic Convertible Tablet PC V1250. With your V1250 you will help you set up your V1250 and introduce you have any technical support issues, contact ViewSonic before returning the product. This user guide...
... functional PC with 5 replacement stylus tips • AC Adapter and Power Cord(s) • Carrying Case • Battery Pack • Recovery CD Package • Quick Start Guide • User Guide on C:\V1250\UG Optional Accessories The Tablet PC V1250 offers a host of a ViewSonic Convertible Tablet PC V1250. With your V1250 you will help you set up your V1250 and introduce you have any technical support issues, contact ViewSonic before returning the product. This user guide...
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Knowing Your V1250 V1250 Tour This section shows the following views of visible ports and buttons: Front View Back View Left View Bottom View Front View Open latch LCD Display Microphone Security Key (Ctrl-Alt-Del) Rotate Wireless ON/OFF Journal ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 Wireless On/Off Charging status HD access Sleep Power Auto-brightness sensor 4
Knowing Your V1250 V1250 Tour This section shows the following views of visible ports and buttons: Front View Back View Left View Bottom View Front View Open latch LCD Display Microphone Security Key (Ctrl-Alt-Del) Rotate Wireless ON/OFF Journal ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 Wireless On/Off Charging status HD access Sleep Power Auto-brightness sensor 4
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... memory expansion, allowing users to -tablet PC design. Advanced Graphic Engine The V1250 comes with 12.1 LCD and EM type digitizer. Input Supports inking and pen input for security. Performance Features High Performance Processor The V1250 is equipped with 400 MHz Processor Side Bus. Expandability The system offers one SO-DIMM slot for high performance graphics. Convert to PC Innovative and patented convertible notebook...
... memory expansion, allowing users to -tablet PC design. Advanced Graphic Engine The V1250 comes with 12.1 LCD and EM type digitizer. Input Supports inking and pen input for security. Performance Features High Performance Processor The V1250 is equipped with 400 MHz Processor Side Bus. Expandability The system offers one SO-DIMM slot for high performance graphics. Convert to PC Innovative and patented convertible notebook...
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... data from a WiFi access point. Built-in light sensor for auto-adjustment of I/O ports including two Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports, microphone and audio out jacks, external VGA port, Firewire port, and a multi-pin connector for the optional Tablet PC Docking Station. Internal Antenna The built-in Wi-Fi LAN adapter, a Fast Ethernet adapter, and a 56K modem. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 11 The V1250 also includes a Type II PC Card slot and a multi-card slot for clear text and brilliant colors. Wireless...
... data from a WiFi access point. Built-in light sensor for auto-adjustment of I/O ports including two Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports, microphone and audio out jacks, external VGA port, Firewire port, and a multi-pin connector for the optional Tablet PC Docking Station. Internal Antenna The built-in Wi-Fi LAN adapter, a Fast Ethernet adapter, and a 56K modem. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 11 The V1250 also includes a Type II PC Card slot and a multi-card slot for clear text and brilliant colors. Wireless...
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... of the V1250 display the operating status of your V1250. Software Included • Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition which includes: • Microsoft® Internet Explorer • Microsoft Outlook Express • Microsoft Windows Media Player • Adobe Acrobat Reader • Microsoft eBook Reader • Citrix® ICA® Client • Colligo Software - The Hard Drive (HDD) Access LED • Flashing Green - Eval • Power One Finance Calculator...
... of the V1250 display the operating status of your V1250. Software Included • Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition which includes: • Microsoft® Internet Explorer • Microsoft Outlook Express • Microsoft Windows Media Player • Adobe Acrobat Reader • Microsoft eBook Reader • Citrix® ICA® Client • Colligo Software - The Hard Drive (HDD) Access LED • Flashing Green - Eval • Power One Finance Calculator...
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For more functionality, you can opt for the DVD/CDRW Combo ODD which supports CD Burning and DVD media. Optical Disk Drive Your V1250 offers an Optical Disk Drive (Optional - ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 15 see additional Accessories) which you can use to the new hard drive and replace the screws. 5 Replace the HD Bay cover and re-install the screw. To replace, do the following: 1 Using a medium-size screwdriver, remove the screw...
For more functionality, you can opt for the DVD/CDRW Combo ODD which supports CD Burning and DVD media. Optical Disk Drive Your V1250 offers an Optical Disk Drive (Optional - ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 15 see additional Accessories) which you can use to the new hard drive and replace the screws. 5 Replace the HD Bay cover and re-install the screw. To replace, do the following: 1 Using a medium-size screwdriver, remove the screw...
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... no external monitor attached, change to Suspend Mode when not in . ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 16 Doing so may damage the display. Caution: Do not place heavy objects on Start->Control Panel->Display. This is very useful when using AC power and have no access to enable Automatic Brightness: 1 Click on the LCD panel. Display Your V1250 uses a high performance 12.1-inch active matrix TFT panel that will display millions of colors at your desk, connect...
... no external monitor attached, change to Suspend Mode when not in . ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 16 Doing so may damage the display. Caution: Do not place heavy objects on Start->Control Panel->Display. This is very useful when using AC power and have no access to enable Automatic Brightness: 1 Click on the LCD panel. Display Your V1250 uses a high performance 12.1-inch active matrix TFT panel that will display millions of colors at your desk, connect...
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... Start Guide. With the battery pack connected to temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degree Celsius) or above 140 degrees Fahrenheit (60 degrees Celsius). ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 20 Doing so may adversely impact the battery's overall life. Battery Pack The Lithium-Ion Battery Your V1250 uses a removable Lithium-Ion battery pack that provides power when you use the V1250 if the unit is off while charging...
... Start Guide. With the battery pack connected to temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0 degree Celsius) or above 140 degrees Fahrenheit (60 degrees Celsius). ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 20 Doing so may adversely impact the battery's overall life. Battery Pack The Lithium-Ion Battery Your V1250 uses a removable Lithium-Ion battery pack that provides power when you use the V1250 if the unit is off while charging...
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... to use Windows ACPI settings or for the display and hard disk. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 24 Windows XP Power Management In addition to use the Windows power management functions. The Windows power management allows you to enter time-out values for more information on the power saving features, consult the Windows manual or on how to the V1250's built-in the event of low or critical battery power. To access this feature, click the Windows Start button > Control Panel...
... to use Windows ACPI settings or for the display and hard disk. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 24 Windows XP Power Management In addition to use the Windows power management functions. The Windows power management allows you to enter time-out values for more information on the power saving features, consult the Windows manual or on how to the V1250's built-in the event of low or critical battery power. To access this feature, click the Windows Start button > Control Panel...
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... (system power management). Click Start > select Turn Off Computer > click Stand By. To use the V1250 again, press the Power On button. To enable the hibernation function, click Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate Option > OK under the Enable Hibernation option. Save To Disk - ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 25 Under the Running on batteries column, select the time you want before powering down > Stand By). Make sure that...
... (system power management). Click Start > select Turn Off Computer > click Stand By. To use the V1250 again, press the Power On button. To enable the hibernation function, click Start > Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate Option > OK under the Enable Hibernation option. Save To Disk - ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 25 Under the Running on batteries column, select the time you want before powering down > Stand By). Make sure that...
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Booting up for the first time To get started with your V1250, do any or all of the following: 1 To familiarize yourself with the features and parts of the V1250, see the V1250 Features section in this guide. 2 For more information on using the V1250, click on Start > All Programs > Tablet PC > Tablet PC Tutorials, or 3 Go to Microsoft Help. 4 To see the User Guide, go to your hard drive on C:\V1250\UG. 5 The first time you use the V1250, the screen guides you through the Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition setup ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 29
Booting up for the first time To get started with your V1250, do any or all of the following: 1 To familiarize yourself with the features and parts of the V1250, see the V1250 Features section in this guide. 2 For more information on using the V1250, click on Start > All Programs > Tablet PC > Tablet PC Tutorials, or 3 Go to Microsoft Help. 4 To see the User Guide, go to your hard drive on C:\V1250\UG. 5 The first time you use the V1250, the screen guides you through the Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition setup ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 29
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... this user guide. 2 Plug the other end of the V1250) until the connector snaps securely into the port. Warning: The internal modem is equipped with a 10/100BASE-T Ethernet network adapter. You can obtain an analog converter compatible with a 56 Kbps V.90 internal fax/ modem. Connecting the Modem 1 Plug one end of the network cable into the Fast Ethernet Port (located on the Back View and Side View...
... this user guide. 2 Plug the other end of the V1250) until the connector snaps securely into the port. Warning: The internal modem is equipped with a 10/100BASE-T Ethernet network adapter. You can obtain an analog converter compatible with a 56 Kbps V.90 internal fax/ modem. Connecting the Modem 1 Plug one end of the network cable into the Fast Ethernet Port (located on the Back View and Side View...
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... recommended that the touch screen be calibrated first. To do this, follow the oon screen instructions. 3 Setting up . Using your stylus, tap the numeric key pad on the screen to enable the password protection feature: 1 Click on Start->Control Panel->User Accounts 2 Click on your desired Password on the NEW field. Your Windows account is recommended that both Numeric and Written passwords are set up . On the drop down menu, select Pen Calibration and follow these...
... recommended that the touch screen be calibrated first. To do this, follow the oon screen instructions. 3 Setting up . Using your stylus, tap the numeric key pad on the screen to enable the password protection feature: 1 Click on Start->Control Panel->User Accounts 2 Click on your desired Password on the NEW field. Your Windows account is recommended that both Numeric and Written passwords are set up . On the drop down menu, select Pen Calibration and follow these...
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.... 3 After clicking the OK button, the recording volume control panel appears. Review the settings to see if the speaker has been muted. • Most audio problems are softwarerelated. Open a file. Doubleclick the speaker icon on the lower right corner of spinning. If the file does not open and the light LED does not light, there may need to be a hard disk spin problem. • Recall if...
.... 3 After clicking the OK button, the recording volume control panel appears. Review the settings to see if the speaker has been muted. • Most audio problems are softwarerelated. Open a file. Doubleclick the speaker icon on the lower right corner of spinning. If the file does not open and the light LED does not light, there may need to be a hard disk spin problem. • Recall if...
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... program's Online Help for a long time, the files may become fragmented. If you have been using the drive for instructions on decreasing the cache size or on the hard drive as a cache to speed up the performance. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 45 To delete the files in the Recycle Bin, double-click the desktop Recycle Bin icon > File > Empty Recycle Bin. To correct potential file fragmentation...
... program's Online Help for a long time, the files may become fragmented. If you have been using the drive for instructions on decreasing the cache size or on the hard drive as a cache to speed up the performance. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 45 To delete the files in the Recycle Bin, double-click the desktop Recycle Bin icon > File > Empty Recycle Bin. To correct potential file fragmentation...
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... External Display • One Line/Mic Input jack • One Line-out/Headphone jack • Two USB 2.0 Ports • One IEEE 1394 port (Firewire) • Docking Connector • One CardBus Type II Slot • One Expansion multi-card Slot • 28W-Hr Standard Li-Lon Battery Pack • 1.5 hour Rapid Charge (unit off); 2.5 hour charge in- Appendix Specifications Processor Processor Core Logic Chipset Storage Capacity Hard Disk Drive System Memory Memory Type Operating System LCD Display Panel...
... External Display • One Line/Mic Input jack • One Line-out/Headphone jack • Two USB 2.0 Ports • One IEEE 1394 port (Firewire) • Docking Connector • One CardBus Type II Slot • One Expansion multi-card Slot • 28W-Hr Standard Li-Lon Battery Pack • 1.5 hour Rapid Charge (unit off); 2.5 hour charge in- Appendix Specifications Processor Processor Core Logic Chipset Storage Capacity Hard Disk Drive System Memory Memory Type Operating System LCD Display Panel...
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... and service on which vary from defects in Europe for two (2) years for all parts (1 year for all consumable parts like product. and Canada, contact ViewSonic or your product's serial number. 2. Limited Warranty What the warranty covers: Tablet PC Products ViewSonic® warrants its sole option, repair or replace the product with a like batteries, and AC power adapters, etc. If a Tablet PC product proves to follow instructions supplied...
... and service on which vary from defects in Europe for two (2) years for all parts (1 year for all consumable parts like product. and Canada, contact ViewSonic or your product's serial number. 2. Limited Warranty What the warranty covers: Tablet PC Products ViewSonic® warrants its sole option, repair or replace the product with a like batteries, and AC power adapters, etc. If a Tablet PC product proves to follow instructions supplied...