User's Manual
User's Manual
User's Manual
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
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
without the express written permission of ©1991-2005 Dialogue Technology Corporation.
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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
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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
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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
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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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BEFORE YOU START
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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
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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.
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.
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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 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 existence of claims or suits shall not increase or extend the limit under 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:
All information on service web sites can be found in your warranty card.
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:
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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.
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INTRODUCTION
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Flybook is a notebook computer studied to offer you the maximum performance and
mobility in every moment. We have introduced a new method for using the Notebook and
we are proud to present it together with the unique characteristics of your new FlyBook.
• The small dimensions and ultra-light weight make the computer extremely practical.
• With an innovative “Prompt to Play” interface and a convertible display screen, the computer
can be used in all kinds of operating conditions.
• FlyBook can be connected to any kind of connection so that navigating in Internet and your
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own Intranet is possible anywhere.
• The Input/Output ports with standard connectors, and characteristics such as the two IEEE
1394 ports, allow you to make external connections without having to use specific cables.
• In spite of its small dimensions, FlyBook is studied to satisfy users who are looking for the
maximum in multimedia functions.
The following sections are dedicated to the principal features of your FlyBook computer.
Front view
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Item Description
4. Left and right click Click devices that function like the left and right buttons of the
buttons (x2) normal mouse. Both the left set and the right set of buttons
have the same function.
6. Speakers (x2) Audio output devices that amplify the sound emitted by the
computer.
7. Convertible hinge A metallic hinge with 2 shafts that allow the FlyBook to be
modified from notebook to tablet mode and viceversa.
8. Magnetic closures Magnetic devices that fix the display when FlyBook is being
used as a tablet.
10. Display screen Allows users to operate the FlyBook by simply touching the
(Touch panel) LCD screen with the stylus pen.
12. LED status (Power-Charge- LEDs that show the functioning status of the keys and
Hard disk-Wlan-Gprs- sub-systems.
Bluetooth)
13. GPRS/CDMA Antenna This antenna is used for built-in GPRS and CDMA modules.
(built-in)
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Item Description
14. Wireless LAN antenna Used for the built-in Wireless LAN module
(built-in)
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Rear view
Item Description
3. USB port (x2) Two standard USB connections that allow connection of
FlyBook to any USB (2.0) devices.
5. External display port A D-sub 15 connection that allows the computer to connect
to an external VGA display device.
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Item Description
8. IEEE 1394 ports (x2) 4-pin 1394 connections that allow the computer to connect
Firewire to an IEEE 1394 device.
12. Strap opening An opening where a strap can be fixed to prevent the
computer from falling over.
Left view
Item Description
2. SIM card slot Slot for inserting a GPRS or CDMA SIM card.
Right view
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Item Description
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BOTTOM VIEW
Item Description
1. CMOS battery A comparrtment that houses the CMOS battery and the
module compartment and of DRAM memory.
module of DRAM memory.
3. Battery latches (x2) Latches that impede the battery pack from moving
out of place.
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FEATURES
Processor
• Transmeta Crusoe TM5800 processor
Memory
• System Memory: one SO-DIMM DDR-SDRAM, 512MB max.
• Video RAM: 16MB in ATI VGA chipset.
• BIOS ROM: 512KB flash ROM
Storage memory
• Hard disk: 20/30/40/60/80/100 2.5” ATA/IDE hard disk.
• Memory card: can be installed in the PC card slot (PCMCIA)
• CD ROM and other storage devices: external via USB / IEEE 1394 link.
Power
• High-performance power management system with ACPI (Advanced Configuration Power
Interface)
• Direct power supply (through an adapter)
• Long life battery.
• Battery charging: direct power charging (through AC-DC adapter).
Display
• Screen: 8.9” LTPS (Low Temperature Poly-Silicon) wide-XVGA TFT (Thin Film Transistor) LCD
(Liquid Crystal Display) that displays 32-bit color (true color) at 1024 x 600 resolutions.
• 3D display
• Displaying on an external VGA display device (LCD/CRT monitor, projector).
• Displaying on a video display device (TV).
Audio
• Integrated ALI (M1535+) AC-Link audio, compliant with AC97.
• Built-in speakers and microphone.
• Earphone connection.
• Microphone connection.
Input devices
• Mini-size 80-key enhanced Windows keyboard with hot keys support.
• 2 track points with 2 sets of mouse buttons (left and right button).
• Display panning support.
• Touch panel with palm-rejection.
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I/O ports
• Video VGA output display (D-Sub 15).
• Video output (TV output).
• Earphone / line-out (Stereo).
• Microphone in.
• 2 USB2.0 ports.
• 2 1394 ports.
• 2 Ethernet LAN ports.
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• Fax/data modem port.
• Power supply.
• SIM card slot (for GPRS/CDMA).
• Type I/II CardBus PC card slot.
Communication
• 10/100 Mbps Ethernet link.
• Dial-up link (Built-in V.90 56K fax/MODEM).
• Wireless LAN (Built-in Wireless LAN module and antenna).
• Bluetooth (Built-in Bluetooth module and antenna)
• GPRS or CDMA communication (Built-in GPRS or CDMA module and antenna)
WORKING MODES
Notebook mode
When the screen is not rotated clockwise to 180 degrees, the
computer is used like a notebook computer.
Tablet mode
When the display screen is rotated clockwise to 180 degrees, and
closed with the display in view, FlyBook can be used as a tablet.
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TO MODIFY THE WORKING MODES
FlyBook can be used in different ways to meet the needs of the operator.
The following sections describe how to convert the computer.
2. Rotate the display screen 180° in clockwise direction until the display clicks into place.
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Note
• Do not rotate the display screen unless it is in the correct angle (between 85° to
95°), otherwise, it could damage the hinge and the internal cables.
• Do not close the display screen before it has clicked into place.
• Do not slam the display screen when closing it.
• When using wireless communication in tablet mode, we suggest that no matter
whether the computer is held by hand or is set up on the desk, always keep the
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display screen upwards or forwards in order to obtain the best communication quality.
The special ergonomics studied to give FlyBook maximum performance, make it ready for
use in all kinds of conditions, no matter what position the user is in, sitting, standing up or
in motion.
When the computer is used in notebook mode, the input devices can be of help to
complete your operation; when FlyBook is used in tablet mode, the touch panel is
supplied with all of the functions to help meet your operative requirements.
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MULTIMEDIA
With high-performance audio and display system, the computer possesses an extensive
multimedia capacity. Through the built-in high-quality display, stereo speakers and microphone,
the computer offers an excellent audio and video performance. Besides, the completeness of
the multimedia subsystem allows the connection with external input and output devices
through the external display port, video out put (TV), earphone and microphone connections.
The video output is of the standard D-sub 15 kind. Through the video out port, you can connect
the computer’s display to an external VGA display device, or to a digital projector. This is very
useful for connecting the display to larger display devices, as in meetings or presentations.
Through the port, you can connect the computer’s display to a video such as a TV monitor.
The port can support either NTSC standards such as VGA multimedia, or PAL standard.
The standard that the port will support depends on the country where the computer was
purchased. However, it can be modified through the computer’s BIOS system. Please refer
to the configuration of your FlyBook computer.
Inserting the earphone connector in the audio output the sound of the computer is deviated.
Connecting a microphone to the audio input, the built-in microphone is excluded and FlyBook
uses the external one.
CONNECTIVITY
Your FlyBook computer offers you the maximum possibilities of connectivity. All connections
can be made quickly and easily through the various options offered.
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FAST DATA LINK
USB link
The USB ports allow you to connect or daisy-chain the computer with USB peripheral such
as keyboards, mouse, external disks, CD-ROM drives, digital cameras and so on. Two
high-speed standard USB ports (USB 2.0) are available in your computer.
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IEEE 1394 is another kind of high-speed I/O standard. Through 1394 ports, you can connect
or chain the computer with external 1394 devices. Two 4-pin 1394 ports are available in your
computer.
Ethernet link
Through the Ethernet port (RJ45 connection), the computer can be connected to an Ethernet
(10 Mbps) or fast Ethernet (10/100 Mbps) to access network resources and other services.
Bluetooth communication
The Bluetooth communication feature allows your computer to interconnect with varied types
of Bluetooth-equipped devices via Bluetooth protocol.
GPRS/CDMA communication
The GPRS/CDMA module of communication can access Internet resources via a
built-in GPRS/CDMA module (according to the model of computer). Both modules are capable
of operating in data mode as well as voice mode.
Dial-up link
The computer comes with a built-in V.90 56K fax/data MODEM module. You can connect a
phone line from the MODEM port (RJ11) to a telephone connection to make a dial-up link.
PC card connection
The PC card slot can accept any CardBus type I and type II data card and device card,
including memory card, CF disk, MODEM card, wireless LAN card, and so on.
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STARTING THE FLYBOOK
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Preparing your computer
After getting to know your FlyBook computer, the first thing you need to do is to prepare
it for use. The following sections show you how to complete this operation.
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TURNING ON YOUR FLYBOOK
Turning on your FlyBook computer is very simple. Just follows the steps below:
1. Connect one end of the adapter to the power outlet and the other end to the power jack
on the computer.
Note
If it is the first time you start the computer, please connect the computer to a power
source.
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2. Open the screen display by hand until reaching a suitable viewing angle
3. Press the on/off button for two seconds (on the left side of the computer) to turn
on the power.
OPERATING SYSTEM
Windows XP® home edition is already installed in your computer. After turning on your FlyBook
and waiting for approximately one minute, a guided procedure will appear for the activation and
personalization of Microsoft Windows.
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USING YOUR FLYBOOK
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In this chapter, you will learn how to use your FlyBook computer and customize the computer
to you own needs.
Indicators
The computer has several LEDs that show the status of key parts or sub-systems
(power-charge-hard disk-Wlan-GPRS-Bluetooth).
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4 Bluetooth Indicates that the Bluetooth module is turned on.
7 Caps lock Indicates that the letters are blocked in upper cage.
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Keyboard
The computer keyboard is an 80-key mini-size keyboard, but it covers all functions of Windows
enhanced keyboard. As well as this, several keys are available for system control and they are
specifically designed for use with your FlyBook computer.
All the function keys can be classified into three categories and are listed as follows.
Windows keys
The Windows keys perform specific Windows functions.
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Key Description
+ Tab Windows command that permits to pass from one window to another.
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+R Launches Windows "Run" program.
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SPECIAL LOCK KEYS
There are 3 lock keys on the keyboard. You can press the keys to activate or deactivate a spe-
cific function.
Key Description
Caps lock When Caps lock is on, all alphabetic characters typed are uppercase.
Fn + ScrLK When Scroll lock is on, the screen will scroll one line up and down while
pressing arrow keys up and down respectively. It does not function on all
applications.
Numeric keypad
Hot keys
The hot keys are specific keys for system control. You can press the keys to toggle function.
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KEY DESCRIPTION
Fn + Esc Turns on and off the light of mouse and panning keys.
Fn + F10 Switches the display output to the LCD display screen, to an external display
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device or both.
Two “track points“ along with two sets of mouse buttons are available on your computer.
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By lightly pressing on the track point you can move the cursor; the direction and speed of the
cursor depends on the direction and pressure applied to the track point. By lightly tapping the
track point, there is a special device which allows to obtain the same result as clicking the left
button of the mouse.
The pan button switches the panning function on or off. When you direct the track point up or
down it begins to scroll the page.
The pan button only works when documents and/or web sites occupy more than one vertical
page, and it substitutes the use of the vertical bar.
Touch Panel
FlyBook is equipped with a touch panel device with pressure sensitive, palm-rejection techno-
logy. You can use the stylus pen along with your computer as a point device to operate the
computer. The stylus pen can act as a mouse or you can use it to write, to draw, to select, and
to navigate any tasks displayed on the screen. The following is a brief introduction of touch
panel operation:
• Touching on the display screen will move the cursor to the point touched.
• Touching on any icons or items of the menu bar, will select the touched item.
• Double touching on a task icon or item, will invoke the relative tasks of the icon or item.
• By touching an icon or an item selected on the display screen and pressing on the stylus pen,
you can drag the item to another position.
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•The stylus pen can be used just like a mouse when the mouse right button mode is on
(Touching on the Pen Mount icon on the lower right side of the display). You can select the
"right button" option which opens a command window at the top right hand side of the display
(this is very useful when using the tablet version of FlyBook) - touching the "right button" win-
dow will invert the preset button from right to left.
Notes
To clean the touch panel, please use only special LCD products (without ammonia).
Spray some cleaner on a cloth or towel and then wipe it softly over the panel surface.
Calibrating the touch panel means to register the cursor position on the screen relative to the
pen tip position. Calibration is necessary in the following circumstances:
• When the touch panel is being used for the first time.
• When the cursor position does not correctly match the pen tip position which could cause
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mistakes or unpredictable errors while using the computer.
• When the system image is restored.
To calibrate the touch panel the indications below must be followed:
1. Double click on "FlyBook Control Center " icon on the tool bar at the lower right of the dis-
play. The FlyBook Control Center window appears.
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2. Click on "PenMount" to start the program of calibration software.
3. Click on the "Calibrate" option. The PenMount Control Center window appears.
Display
The computer is connected to an 8.9" LTPS TFT LCD screen display. The colors visualized on the
screen are 32-bit, wide-XVGA display (1024 x 600 resolution).
• The display system offers you OSD (On Screen Display) to guide you in the use of several
hot keys when these are pressed. For example, when you press Fn + F1 (Increases screen
brightness), the display visualizes:
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Adjusting display brightness
You can use hot keys to increase and decrease the display brightness. Please see the
Keyboard section.
The display color and resolution can be changed through the Display setting utility of Windows.
1. Right click on desktop and then click on [Properties] to evoke the Display setting window.
2. Click on Settings option and then select resolution and the depth of color you prefer.
3. The display color and resolution will change after clicking on Ok to close the window.
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CHANGING DISPLAY ORIENTATION
The display output can be oriented horizontally or vertically, clockwise or anti-clockwise. Click
on an icon in the system tray to open "FlyBook Center".
AUDIO
FlyBook has a high-performance stereo audio system (18-bit ADC and 20-bit DAC resolution), a
built-in microphone and 2 stereo speakers.
• You can tune or mute the output volume in an audio application, but the maximal output
volume is controlled by the audio hardware system. Please see the Keyboard section. (Pag. 43)
• You can turn the speakers on and off, and increase or decrease the output volume through
the hot keys. Please see the Keyboard section.
Furthermore, the input and output audio will be automatically activated, if connected, to exter-
nal audio devices (earphones, microphone or speakers) when these are connected to FlyBook.
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POWER
The power system of FlyBook includes an adapter and battery. Through the adapter, a power
source directly supplies the computer with power and charges the battery at the same time.
The battery supplies the computer with power only when the adapter is disconnected from the
power supply and it is not connected to FlyBook.
The computer controls power activities through an ACPI power management unit. The unit
minimizes power consumption and at the same time optimizes system performance. Windows
interacts and takes charge of all power-saving affairs for the computer.
Adapter
The adapter can be connected to most power sources, however it is a good idea to verify the
following before connecting the adapter to a power source:
• The voltage and frequency of the power source must always conform to the specifications of
the adapter.
• The power plug must connect perfectly to the power outlet.
Battery system
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With 3 2200mAH high-capacity Li-ion battery cells, if fully charged, the battery pack should
keep the computer working for various hours, depending on the applications and modes used.
Note
If the computer is being used for the first time, the battery pack must be fully charged.
Periodically recharging the battery pack allows to prolong the battery life. It is a good idea to
do this every 2 or 3 months. The BIOS SETUP UTILITY provides a recovery utility. Please see
the BIOS setup utility section.
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Power management
The power management unit continually monitors the power status and employs a set of power
management schemes to maximize power conservation. It also allows you to customize the
schemes according to your own needs.
The computer offers you a system utility, Power Options, to change the adjustable parame-
ters of power management schemes and to check the power status.
3. When the Power Options window appears, check status or change settings, choosing from
the various options.
Select a running mode for your FlyBook from the Power Schemes selection window. The run-
ning mode is one of the major schemes of the power management unit that automatically opti-
mizes the computer’s performance and minimizes the computer’s power consumption. Six
different modes are available for you. You can choose the one that suits you for your computer.
• Home/Office Desk: The CPU runs at full-speed when the adapter is connected to the computer.
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• Portable/Laptop: The CPU’s running speed depends on the computer’s loading.
• Presentation: The display screen will always remain turned on and the CPU will run in
power-saving mode.
• Always On: The computer’s CPU will always run in full-speed mode.
• Minimal Power Management: The CPU’s speed also depends on the computer’s loading.
• Max Battery: The CPU will run in power-saving mode when the battery pack supplies the
computer with power.
Setting time for the automatic execution of predefined power-saving schemes
4 predefined power-saving schemes, Turn off monitor, Turn off hard disks, System standby and
System hibernates, allow you to set time for their automatic execution.
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Alarms option
This option allows you to activate the low and critical battery alarm and defines when and how
the computer will indicate this.
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Advanced option
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This option allows to resume working in Windows after a period of standby mode only after your
login password has been inserted.
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“Hibernate”
This option permits you to assign space on the hard disk that Windows will use for the hiberna-
tion scheme. The hibernation scheme cannot be activated if there is not enough free space.
If “Enable hibernate” is not selected, the hibernation scheme cannot be activated.
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PROTECTING YOUR FLYBOOK
To protect your computer against unauthorized access and damage is very important. The
following is an explanation of how to perform this.
BIOS password
The BIOS password can effectively protect your computer from unauthorized access to the
system and unauthorized access to the BIOS setup utility.
Once the password is set, you must digit the password at the beginning of boot procedure.
Please refer to the BIOS setup utility section.
Note
If you forget the BIOS password, please contact service centers or authorized resel-
lers to resolve the problem.
Note
If you forget the hard disk password, as for the BIOS password, please contact servi-
ce centers or authorized resellers to resolve the problem.
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Operating system passwords
Using an Operating system password to prevent unauthorized access is very effective. Windows
XP® allows you to create several sets of user names and passwords for different users. Please
refer to Windows XP® user’s manual to see how to create the user’s account and login.
The safety strap needs to be fixed, passing it through the opening on the right side of your
FlyBook. This device serves to prevent the computer from falling, especially when the computer
is used in tablet mode or in hand position.
HANDY Modality: here the Flybook can be used by holding it in both hands and wearing the
safety strap. You will be able to navigate in Internet, visualize files, e-mail, etc. even while
standing up. In this case you will find it extremely comfortable to use the set of buttons on the
left hand side.
Only to be used by experienced users, and only after copying your personal data in an external
unit, because the recovering process eliminates all files on the hard disk. The recovery can be
performed through:
• A hidden partition of the hard disk where a pre-installed image of your Operating system has
been stored.
• The recovery CD containing a pre-installed image of your operating system (provided with
FlyBook).
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5. When the frame of “Recover System Partition” is highlighted press the spacing bar.
6. After a few seconds a system request will appear. If you are sure, proceed in this operation.
4. When the main menu of recovery CD is shown on the screen, select “recover system partition”.
5. Follow the procedure to finish the job as in point 5 of the preceding section “Recovery from a
hidden partition of the internal hard disk”
If your FlyBook is turned off incorrectly, the computer must be reset. Use a needle or something
pointed to press the reset switch in order to restart the computer.
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CONNECTION THROUGH OPTIONS
Ports and built-in wireless modules allow you to make connections through various options.
USB LINK
You can connect or daisy-chain your USB peripheral devices to either USB port.
Windows provides a “plug-and-play” interface for the USB links.
• For devices where the driver is already installed in the computer, just connect the device to
the computer. The connected device will be automatically linked.
• For devices that do not have a driver installed, please refer to the instructions provided by
the device manufacturer.
NOTE
When a USB storage device that is connected to your computer needs to be removed,
remember to deactivate the connection before removing it. To deactivate a device:
• Double click on the icon Safely Remove Hardware shown on the taskbar.
• When the “Safely Remove Hardware” window appears, select the device to be
disconnected and click on “Stop”
Connect a 10 Base-T Ethernet cable from the Ethernet port to a network jack or hub in your
network.
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CONFIGURING YOUR CONNECTION
If it is the first time you connect the computer to an Ethernet, please follow the steps below to
configure your connection:
2. Double click on [Network Connections] icon in the Control panel window. A window appears.
3. Double click on [Local Area Connection]. A Local Area Connection Properties window will open.
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4. Click on the [General] option and follow the guidelines in Windows XP® user’s manual to
complete the TCP/IP configuration.
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MAKING CONNECTION TO AN ETHERNET
If the connection setting configured fits in with the network you wish to link, the link will be
automatic and the services provided to the network users will be activated once the cable is
connected.
To verify the settings of the connection, double click on the [Local Area Connection] icon in the
Network Connections window. A Local Area Connection Status window will appear this
time. In Local Area Connection Status window, you can:
• Check connection status.
• Disable and enable the connection
• Click on [Properties] to invoke Local Area Connection Properties window to change the
connection setting.
NOTE
You can select the option “Shows icon in notification area when connected” situated
in the Local Area Connection Properties window. A Local Area Connection Status icon
will show on the taskbar, and you can directly click on the icon to invoke the Local Area
Connection Status window.
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WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS THROUGH THE BUILT-IN MODULES
You can use hot keys (see page 42) or the FlyBook Control Center to enable and disable the
modules.
To use hot keys, please see the Keyboard section (page 42).
The following steps guide you how to activate and deactivate the modules through the FlyBook
Control Center:
1. Double click on [FlyBook Control Center] icon in system tray. To open the FlyBook Control
Center window.
2. Click on the relative button or icon to enable or disable the module.
1. Click on the [Setting] icon in FlyBook Control Center window or double click on [Wireless
Network Connection] icon in Network Connections window. A Wireless Network
Connection Properties window appears.
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2. Click on the [Wireless Networks] option. Here you can seek networks, perform and
configure the settings of Preferred Networks.
3. Click on [General] option and refer to Windows X® user’s manual to complete the TCP/IP
configuration of this option.
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Making connection to a Wireless Network
With the Wireless Network module, the computer will automatically seek the preferred networks
listed in Preferred Networks and connect to the privileged one. The services provided to the
network users will be provided by FlyBook.
You can double click once again on [Wireless Network Connection] icon in Network
Connections window. This time a Wireless Network Connection Status window will be invoked.
In Wireless Network Connection Status window, you can:
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In Wireless Network Connection Properties window, you can select “Shows icon in
notification area when connected”. A Wireless Network status icon will show on the
taskbar, and you can directly click on the icon to invoke the Wireless Network
Connection Status window.
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Bluetooth communication (Optional)
When the Bluetooth module is activated, you will find a Bluetooth icon in the system tray,
which is blue in color with a white Bluetooth logo insert. When the module is deactivated the
logo insert is always red.
Note
• If the Bluetooth module has been activated, but the icon is blue with a red
Bluetooth logo insert, the communication is not ready.
• To interrupt the communication, deactivate the module (Through FlyBook Control
Center)
Or you can right-click on the Bluetooth icon in the system tray and then select [Quick
Connect][Service name] to select a specific connection service, for making connections to the
specific type of devices.
Please see the Bluetooth Application Note in the CD provided to learn how to make connec-
tions to your Bluetooth-equipped devices.
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GPRS COMMUNICATION
To use the GPRS module, it is necessary to have a SIM card. This will
permit you to connect with Internet and to check your e-mail. Insert the
SIM card into the SIM card slot before activating the module.
2. Click on the [Advanced] option and then input an initialization command in the Extra
initialization commands window.
3. Click on [Ok] to close the window.
NOTE
The Extra initialization command is different from network to network. Request the
command from your network service provider.
• In Network Connections window, run Create a Connections window to create a dial-up con-
nection for GPRS. If completed, an access option to the Network Connections will appear.
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Making connection to a GPRS network
Please follow the steps below to make a GPRS link (If a dial-up connection, named GPRS is
created):
1. Click on [GPRS] in
Network Connections
window.
A dialogue box appears
Connect GPRS.
2. Input phone number in the Dial-up window, and then input the user name and password of
your account.
3. Click on [Dial] to start the link.
When connected, click on [GPRS] once more in the Network Connections window. A connec-
tion status window appears this time. In the status window, you can:
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The phone number dialed also depends on the GPRS network. Request the phone
number from your network service provider (usually the software installs it in
automatic).
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CDMA communication (Optional)
The CDMA module in your computer is CDMA2000 compliant. The procedure of configuring and
making a connection is the same used for GPRS communication. Please refer to the GPRS
section.
1. Connect the modem to a phone line (from the MODEM port to a telephone jack).
2. Click on [Dial-up] in Networks window to invoke Dial-up Link dialogue box.
3. Input dial-up phone number, user name and password of your account.
4. Click on [Dial] to start the connection.
If connected, click on [Dial-up] once again in Networks window. A connection status window
appears this time. In the status window, you can:
PC CARD CONNECTION
Windows integrates the function “plug-and-play” for the PC card connection. If a card is
inserted in the PC card slot and Windows cannot find the driver, Windows will guide you to the
installation of the driver. For some device cards, specific application programs are required. See
the manufacturer’s instructions.
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PC card insertion
PC card ejection
The ejection rod of the slot is of the push-push type. Push on the nob of the rod and then push
the rod to eject the card.
The BIOS setup utility is a hardware configuration utility of your computer. To enter the setup
screen, press F2 during the POST (Power On Self Test) when starting up the computer. You
need to run the utility if the hardware of your computer is installed for the first time or the
hardware configuration has been changed.
The utility also provides a function that will load a default configuration into the non-
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MAIN MENU DI DEFAULT
Item Note
Language [English (US)] Select the display language for the BIOS.
[Chinese (CH)]
System Memory 640 KB (BIOS auto detect, display for information only)
Extended Memory 15360KB (BIOS auto detect, display for information only)
CPU Type Crusoe TM5800 (BIOS auto detect, display for information only)
CPU Speed 1000 MHz (BIOS auto detect, display for information only)
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Item Note
Cylinders: 4188
Heads: 16
Sectors: 63
Maximum 2161MB
Capacity:
Multi-Sector [16 Sectors] / [Disabled] Determines the number of sectors per block for
Transfers [2 Sectors] / [4 Sectors] multiple sector transfers.
[8 Sectors]
Transfer [Standard]/[Fast PIO 1] / Selects the method for moving data to/from the
Mode: [Fast PIO 2] / [Fast PIO 3] drive. Introduce the drive to select the optimum
[Fast PIO 4] / [FPIO 3 / transfer mode.
[DMA 1] / [FPIO 4 / DMA 2]
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Default - Security menu
The password includes two levels; one is the Supervisor Password of highest priority; the
other is of lower priority for the User Password. All of the passwords must be formed of 8
standard characters.
Exit Menu
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APPENDIX B TESTED DEVICES
PCMCIA/CF/CardBus
• IBM MicroDrive
• Lucent Orinoco WLAN
• Socket LP-E 10/100 LAN
• Pretec 56K compact Modem
• Buffalo AirStation WLI-CF-S11G
• Asus wireless WL-100 PCMCIA 802.11b card
USB
IEEE 1394
• Prolific PL3507 Combo device
For further lists of compatibility, please see the website: www.flybook.biz.
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