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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. ViewSonic® Convertible Tablet PC V1250 User Guide Microsoft® Windows XP Tablet PC Edition IMPORTANT! See the Customer Support table in this guide for contact information.
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. ViewSonic® Convertible Tablet PC V1250 User Guide Microsoft® Windows XP Tablet PC Edition IMPORTANT! See the Customer Support table in this guide for contact information.
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... 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 16 Adjusting the Display Brightness 16 Automatic Brightness 16 Screen Rotation 17 XP Control Panels 18 Audio 19 Adjusting the Audio 19 ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 i
... 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 16 Adjusting the Display Brightness 16 Automatic Brightness 16 Screen Rotation 17 XP Control Panels 18 Audio 19 Adjusting the Audio 19 ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 i
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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 V1250 ii Battery Pack 20...
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 V1250 ii Battery Pack 20...
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... Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 VSMW27922-1W A-CD-TPCV1250-1 10-17-03 Product Disposal at End of Product Life ViewSonic is a registered trademark of our environment. Macintosh is concerned about proper disposal. Intel, Pentium and Celeron are the property of its useful life. Product Registration To meet your product on the Internet at the end...
... Product Name: Model Number: Document Number: Serial Number: Purchase Date: ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 VSMW27922-1W A-CD-TPCV1250-1 10-17-03 Product Disposal at End of Product Life ViewSonic is a registered trademark of our environment. Macintosh is concerned about proper disposal. Intel, Pentium and Celeron are the property of its useful life. Product Registration To meet your product on the Internet at the end...
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... access important business and personal information. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 2 Package Contents If anything is a fully 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...
... access important business and personal information. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 2 Package Contents If anything is a fully 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...
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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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... patented convertible notebook-to easily increase the system's capacity as the need arises. Expandability The system offers one SO-DIMM slot for easy note-taking, form-filling, and e-book application. Intel 855 GM with 12.1 LCD and EM type digitizer. Input Supports inking and pen input for memory expansion, allowing users to -tablet PC design. Memory The V1250 is equipped with a Mobile Intel® Pentium M Processor...
... patented convertible notebook-to easily increase the system's capacity as the need arises. Expandability The system offers one SO-DIMM slot for easy note-taking, form-filling, and e-book application. Intel 855 GM with 12.1 LCD and EM type digitizer. Input Supports inking and pen input for memory expansion, allowing users to -tablet PC design. Memory The V1250 is equipped with a Mobile Intel® Pentium M Processor...
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... Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports, microphone and audio out jacks, external VGA port, Firewire port, and a multi-pin connector for additional expansion. Additional Expansion and Connectivity The V1250 offers a full array of LCD brightness to transmit and receive data from a WiFi access point. Bright LCD Touch-screen Display The system is used to save battery life. 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...
... Universal Serial Bus (USB) ports, microphone and audio out jacks, external VGA port, Firewire port, and a multi-pin connector for additional expansion. Additional Expansion and Connectivity The V1250 offers a full array of LCD brightness to transmit and receive data from a WiFi access point. Bright LCD Touch-screen Display The system is used to save battery life. 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...
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... - indicates that Wireless LAN is OFF. The Hard Drive (HDD) Access LED • Flashing Green - Eval Indicators - The Power Indicator LED • Green Light - The Battery Charge Indicator LED • Red - indicates that the unit is on the top of the V1250 display the operating status of your V1250. Eval • Power One Finance Calculator • Zinio Reader - Software Included • Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition which...
... - indicates that Wireless LAN is OFF. The Hard Drive (HDD) Access LED • Flashing Green - Eval Indicators - The Power Indicator LED • Green Light - The Battery Charge Indicator LED • Red - indicates that the unit is on the top of the V1250 display the operating status of your V1250. Eval • Power One Finance Calculator • Zinio Reader - Software Included • Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition which...
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... Optical Disk Drive (Optional - To replace, do the following: 1 Using a medium-size screwdriver, remove the screw holding the HD Bay cover. 2 Carefully remove the cover to expose the Hard Drive then slow pull it out using the plastic tab provided. 3 Remove the two screws holding the Hard Drive holder. 4 Install the Hard Drive holder to load and run files from a Compact Disc. see additional Accessories) which supports CD Burning and DVD media. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250...
... Optical Disk Drive (Optional - To replace, do the following: 1 Using a medium-size screwdriver, remove the screw holding the HD Bay cover. 2 Carefully remove the cover to expose the Hard Drive then slow pull it out using the plastic tab provided. 3 Remove the two screws holding the Hard Drive holder. 4 Install the Hard Drive holder to load and run files from a Compact Disc. see additional Accessories) which supports CD Burning and DVD media. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250...
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... Advanced Tab. 3 Click on the LCD panel. See screen shot below. If you do not see the Display Icon, click Switch to Classic View located on the top left arrow key [ ] Automatic Brightness You can set your V1250 to enable Automatic Brightness: 1 Click on Start->Control Panel->Display. Adjusting the Display Brightness To increase the brightness, press the Function key [Fn] and the right arrow [ ]. This is very useful when using AC power and have no access...
... Advanced Tab. 3 Click on the LCD panel. See screen shot below. If you do not see the Display Icon, click Switch to Classic View located on the top left arrow key [ ] Automatic Brightness You can set your V1250 to enable Automatic Brightness: 1 Click on Start->Control Panel->Display. Adjusting the Display Brightness To increase the brightness, press the Function key [Fn] and the right arrow [ ]. This is very useful when using AC power and have no access...
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... Start Guide. 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 the battery fully for up to 2.5 hours. Failure to fully charge the battery before traveling. Charging the Battery and Charging Time CAUTION Before using the V1250 may adversely affect the battery pack. IMPORTANT: Be sure to an AC outlet. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 20 The battery...
... Start Guide. 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 the battery fully for up to 2.5 hours. Failure to fully charge the battery before traveling. Charging the Battery and Charging Time CAUTION Before using the V1250 may adversely affect the battery pack. IMPORTANT: Be sure to an AC outlet. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 20 The battery...
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... to turn the V1250 on your keyboard. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 25 Save To Disk - 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 Stand By Mode In Stand By mode, hardware devices, such as display panel and hard disk, are turned off and preserving the current date. Hibernate Mode In this mode, all system data is not set up the system from the battery. Make...
... to turn the V1250 on your keyboard. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 25 Save To Disk - 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 Stand By Mode In Stand By mode, hardware devices, such as display panel and hard disk, are turned off and preserving the current date. Hibernate Mode In this mode, all system data is not set up the system from the battery. Make...
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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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... Service) line. Connect to access and transmit data in a business office. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 31 This enables you to the Network 1 Connect one end of the phone line into the port. Connecting the Modem 1 Plug one end of the network cable into the Fast Ethernet Port (located on the side of the V1250) until the connector snaps securely into the modem port located on the Back View and Side View. This modem cannot be connected...
... Service) line. Connect to access and transmit data in a business office. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 31 This enables you to the Network 1 Connect one end of the phone line into the port. Connecting the Modem 1 Plug one end of the network cable into the Fast Ethernet Port (located on the side of the V1250) until the connector snaps securely into the modem port located on the Back View and Side View. This modem cannot be connected...
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b. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 36 Using Passwords Using Passwords in Windows You can setup Windows XP to enter your User Name and then click on Create a Password. 3 Follow the directions on the screen using the stylus. 2 On the drop down menu, select Change Password. Turn the V1250 ON and then tap on screen and click create password. c. 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...
b. ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250 36 Using Passwords Using Passwords in Windows You can setup Windows XP to enter your User Name and then click on Create a Password. 3 Follow the directions on the screen using the stylus. 2 On the drop down menu, select Change Password. Turn the V1250 ON and then tap on screen and click create password. c. 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...
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... the Volume Control screen, click Options and select Properties. 2 Select Recording and click OK. 3 After clicking the OK button, the recording volume control panel appears. Open a file. no output Sound cannot be a hard disk spin problem. • Recall if your V1250 has been subjected to mute. The LED lamp should light up momentarily as a file is accessed. Review the settings to see if the microphone might have damaged the disk drive. Double...
... the Volume Control screen, click Options and select Properties. 2 Select Recording and click OK. 3 After clicking the OK button, the recording volume control panel appears. Open a file. no output Sound cannot be a hard disk spin problem. • Recall if your V1250 has been subjected to mute. The LED lamp should light up momentarily as a file is accessed. Review the settings to see if the microphone might have damaged the disk drive. Double...
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... you move files to the Recycle Bin, Windows® does not actually delete them to an alternate storage medium (floppy disk, optical recordable disk, tape, etc.) or uninstall programs that are no longer used. • Many browsers store files on removing temporary Internet files. • Empty the Recycle Bin frequently to perform a disk defragmentation. Check the program's Online Help for a long time, the files may become...
... you move files to the Recycle Bin, Windows® does not actually delete them to an alternate storage medium (floppy disk, optical recordable disk, tape, etc.) or uninstall programs that are no longer used. • Many browsers store files on removing temporary Internet files. • Empty the Recycle Bin frequently to perform a disk defragmentation. Check the program's Online Help for a long time, the files may become...
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... VGA port for 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 V92 56 Kbps modem with Standard Battery Pack installed ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250...
... VGA port for 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 V92 56 Kbps modem with Standard Battery Pack installed ViewSonic Tablet PC V1250...
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... EULAs included with a like batteries, and AC power adapters, etc. Accident, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other cause which should be uninterrupted or error free. Removal, installation, and set-up service charges. For information about receiving service under warranty, you will meet your product's serial number. 2. Limitation of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic's specifications. and Canada: For warranty information and service on implied warranties and...
... EULAs included with a like batteries, and AC power adapters, etc. Accident, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other cause which should be uninterrupted or error free. Removal, installation, and set-up service charges. For information about receiving service under warranty, you will meet your product's serial number. 2. Limitation of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic's specifications. and Canada: For warranty information and service on implied warranties and...
