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1. 2 Deleting or Changing a Password Using Video Drivers and Utilities 6 14 Using Your Audio Card 005 6 13 Using Your Infrared Port 7 Troubleshooting Where to Get Help cccceeee cece enna Electronic Support Services 4 T Z Identifying Your System 00 008 7 4 Error Messages crs occcssatetacenunenmeteret evs WEN Troubleshooting Your ActionNote The Computer Won t Start 1 6 The LCD Screen Is Blank The Computer Locks Up 000005 1 9 Your Password Isn t Working You Can t Access Data on a Diskette The Diskette Drive Isn t Working You Can t Access Files on the Hard Disk DVE 2225 od cada ren ae EREA A PC Card Isn t Working 0006 T P The ActionPoint Isn t Working Correctl 7 14 An External Monitor Is Blank An External Pointing Device Doesn t WOK seteiiccicrpicemtpesaeaserste ieee eres Your Printer Isn t Working 1 17 The Memory Count Is Incorrect d Your Software Isn t Working Correctly 7 Your Infrared Port Isn t Communicating A Specifications CPU and Memory cece eee eee eee Controllers iccveeceesntsexewsdias exanmuennneanens 1 Interfaces peepee ob krane y waca aa aa aaa anal a Keyboard sicnsicccenccnnategeasiecesee cancenne a
2. in microphone or plug in an external microphone to record your own sounds Use the volume control knob to adjust the sound level You can connect headphones external speakers or an amplifier to the audio output jack for public or private sound production Your system also includes a driver and software These programs and utilities located in the Audio applications group or folder perform the following functions I The Audio Recorder records compresses and plays sounds in WAV and AUD formats Customizing Your Computer 6 15 I Recording Control regulates the recording level and stereo balance of multiple input sources I The Mixer combines signals from several audio sources during playback controlling the volume and balance of each source I The Extended Recorder records compresses stores and plays sounds directly to or from your hard disk drive i The Audio Clip Library provides a variety of music phrases and other sounds and lets you add your own sound files Additional sound applications are included with your ActionNote For more information about the audio software use the Help utility available with each application The following table contains the configuration settings for your audio card Audio card configuration C 6 16 Customizing Your Computer Using Your Infrared Port The IrDA compliant infrared port provides point and beam wireless serial communications capabili
3. 2 8 Powering the Compute 3 Getting to Work This chapter contains practical information about using your ActionNote Reading it now can save you time later Using Passwords Passwords help protect data from theft Your ActionNote offers two types of passwords a Setup password that controls access to the Setup utility and a System password that controls access to your computer For details on setting both types of passwords see Setting a Password in Chapter 6 NOTE The passwords described here are not related to the password you may set through your operating system Getting to Work 3 1 Entering a Password Whether the computer is configured with a System or Setup password you enter the password in the same way When you turn on your system for the System password or access Setup for the Setup password you see this prompt Enter password Type the correct password and press Enter To protect your password the screen does not display the characters you type If you type the password incorrectly the computer repeats the password prompt Try typing the password again The computer allows you three tries to enter it correctly If you don t enter a System password correctly the system locks up Turn off the computer wait 30 seconds and try again If you don t enter a Setup password correctly the computer loads the operating system without letting you access Setup See Using Password Secu
4. Computer versch ttet werden Verwenden Sie nur die auf dem Typenschild des Computers angegebene Stromversorgung Schlie en Sie den Computer nicht an denselben Stromkreis an wie Fotokopierger te oder Klimaanlagen die sich regelm ig ein und ausschalten Achten Sie darauf da das Netzka bel des Computers stets in einwandfreiem Zustand ist Stellen Sie bei Verw enduna eines Verl ngerunaska bels sicher da der derame Amp erawer aller an das Verl ngerunaskabel angeschlossenen Ger te den zul ssign H chstwert des Kabels nicht berschreitet Stellen Sie ferner sicher dab der Gesamtwert aller an die Wandsteckdose angeschlossenen Ger te 15 Ampere nicht berschreitet F hren Sie keine Wartungsarbeiten am Computer durch die ber das im Benutzerhandbuch beschriebene Ausma hinausgehen Ziehen Sie den Computer heraus und rufen Sie ae Wartungspersonal wenn eine der olgenden Bedingungen auftritt Das Netzkabel oder der Netzstecker ist besch digt Fl ssigkeit ist in den Computer eingetreten der Computer wurde fallengelassen oder das Geh use ist besch digt der Computer funktioniert nicht ordnungsgem oder die Leistung hat sich merklich ge ndert Stellen Sie nur die Bedienelemente ein die in der Gebrauchsanweisung beschrieben sind Nehmen Sie den computer bei Flugreisen als Handgepiick mit in den Fluggastraum damit er nicht in einem drucklosen Frachtraum verstaut wird Beachten Sie den folgenden Hinweis wenn Sie d
5. Make sure the monitor is set for the correct input and can support the video mode you have selected See your monitor manual for more information You may have switched your display to LCD mode Press Fn F10 until you see the display on your external monitor If the monitor still does not work turn off both the computer and the monitor Then check the electrical outlet for power Troubleshooting 7 15 Contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection for assistance An External Pointing Device Doesn t Work Your ActionPoint touchpad is disabled when you connect a device to the external keyboard mouse port and use it before you use the touchpad If you used the touchpad first turn the computer off and then on If you connect a pointing device to the serial port rather than the mouse port however you must disable the touchpad with the Setup program See Changing the Settings in Chapter 6 for instructions If you have disabled the pointing device in Setup make sure your new pointing device driver is installed and loaded See the documentation that came with your device for instructions Make sure you connected the device to the external keyboard mouse port or serial port before you turned on the computer as described in Using an External Keyboard Mouse or Other Pointing Device in Appendix B of the online manual 7 16 Troubleshooting I If the device is connected to the computer
6. Timeout 1 to15 period of inactivity minutes before the screen turns off 2 minutes Low Battery Suspend See Customizing Power Save to HDD Management below Disabled Enabled See Customizing Power Disabled Management below Serial Enabled Enables or disables power Timeout Disabled reduction when serial device is inactive Parallel Enabled Enables or disables power Timeout Disabled reduction when parallel device is inactive FDD Enabled Enables or disables power Timeout Disabled reduction when diskette drive is inactive Default setting 6 6 Customizing Your Computer The table below lists the page 3 Setup options Setup page 3 options Options Description Internal Enabled Controls the processor s Cache Disabled internal cache operation External Enabled Controls the processor s Cache Disabled external cache operation when external cache is installed Serial Port 1 3F8h Assigns the address for the 2F8h serial port on the computer or 3E8h serial port 1 on the replicator 2E8h Disabled Serial Port 2 3F8h Assigns the address for the 2F8h second serial port either the IR 3E8h device or serial port 2 on the 2E8h replicator Disabled Parallel 278h Assigns the parallel port address Port 378h 3BCh Disabled 220h Identifies the address setting 230h the audio card uses 240h 250h Disabled IRQ Identifies the IRQ setting the audio card uses Pointing Enabled
7. 2 replacing specifications timeout upgrading 5 1H5 6 m mode Bs Indicator li 1 441 5 Infrared qR Interface port 6 1716 18 Instant On feature 2 7 5 6l 6 96 10 Interface audio Input output external keyboard ouse A 3 external VGA speaker International IrDA standard 4 Index K Kensington MicroSaver security lock B 11 Keyboard embedded numeric keypad 1 10 Fn key functions removing _5 7 replacing se using 1 9 9 Keypad rer L LCD screen cleaning 4 4 drivers and uy ities 6 14 Te iter problems H specifications La A 1 upgrading 5 1 15 13 Moisture touchpad sensitivity Monitor see Video Mouse connecting _B 7 problems 7 16 N NiMH battery 2 3 Num Lock indicator light 1 5 key Index 5 0 On off button Opening your computer P Parallel interface A 3 Parallel port enabling 6 7 Parallel printer connecting B 6 Password controller indicator light 1 5 problems using B 1 PCMCIA see PC card PHDISK utility 5 6 15 11 6 10 Pointer settings 6 1 6 3 Pointing device external problems 7 15 7 16 using B 6 B 8 Ports B 6 B 8 enabling Power automobile_adapter B 10 conserving consumption with battery 2 2 external charge function ke hard disk 4 2 Instant On 5 6 6 Index Power continued Instant On feature gar 16 9 6 10 Low batter option 6 9 precaut
8. Environmental Requirements Condition Operating Non operating Temperature 42 to 95 F 4 to 140 F 5 to 35 C 20 to 60 C Humidity 30 to 90 5 to 95 non condensing Altitude 200 to 12 000 ft 200 to 30 000 ft 67 to 4 000 m 67 to 9 000 m Acoustical noise 35 dB at 1 meter N A maximum CAUTION When traveling by airplane take the computer into the passenger compartment as carry on luggage to prevent it from being stored in an unpressurized storage compartment Physical Dimensions Dimensions S Metric Height Specifications A 7 Index A AC adapter automobile B 10 connecting 1 3 dimension amp A 6 input ranges 1 3 international T 3 2 2 B 8 model numbers 2 2 precautions 4 1 specifications using 1 2 2 1 ActionPort replicator using B 3 Adapter see AC adapter AUD sound format 6 15 Audio card eis recorder 6 15 recording control 6 16 iol settings Automobile adapter B B Backing up files 4 2 Battery conditioning B 14 configuration conserving power 1 6 indicator light 1 5 losing power low power protection 2 6 operating in_Suspend mode 2 6 recharging reconditioning B 12 B 14 Index 1 Battery continued recycling 2 4 7 8 replacing Z A Battery hypercharger conditioner B 12 B 14 Boot password Brightness Cc Cache ene Caps Lock indicator light 1 5 CD ROM
9. You can pry in the center as shown here or in front of the left and right hinges Lift up the strip and remove it from the case 6 5 8 Upgrading Internal Components 7 Gently lift the keyboard holding it by the top edge Remove it from the case and place it on a flat surface in front of the computer Do not pull on the keyboard cables Replacing the Keyboard When you are ready to replace the keyboard refer to the illustrations in the previous section as you follow these steps 1 Carefully lift up the keyboard and position it over the case 2 Hold the keyboard at a 45 angle and align it so that the clips on the bottom edge fit into the case 3 Gently lower the top of the keyboard until it is securely in place You should not have to force it Make sure the flat cables are not caught under the edge of the keyboard Upgrading Internal Components 5 9 The top edge of the keyboard should not overlap the bronze colored ledge of the case If you have difficulty aligning the keyboard try the following approach hold the top of the keyboard in the center With the keyboard at a 45 angle line up the clips on the bottom of the keyboard with the case Gently lift up the keyboard until the clips are aligned 4 Position the plastic strip above the keyboard then push it back until it snaps into place The strip fits tightly but should not obstruct the function keys 5 Slide the plastic caps over th
10. in those marks As an ENERGY STAR Partner EPSON has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency Copyright 1995 by Epson America Inc 400521900 Torrance California USA 10 95 ii Important Safety Instructions Read all of these instructions and save them for later reference Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the computer and AC power adapter Turn off the computer before cleaning Clean with a damp cloth only Do not spill liquid on the computer Use only the type of power source indicated on the computer s label Avoid using outlets on the same circuit as photocopiers or air control systems that regularly switch on and off Do not let the computer s power cord become damaged or frayed If you use an extension cord with the computer make sure the total Amp rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the cord s Amp rating Make sure the total of all devices plugged into the wall outlet does not exceed 15 Amps Except as specifically explained in this User s Guide do not attempt to service the computer yourself Unplug the computer and refer servicing to qualified service personnel if the power cord or plug is damaged if liquid has entered the computer if the computer has been dropped or the cabinet damaged or if the computer does not operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in performance Adjust only those controls that
11. longer than others to perform Wait a few minutes to see if the computer returns to normal operation I The computer may be in Standby or Suspend mode Press any key or the Suspend Resume button to resume activity I Try pressing the Num Lock key If the Num Lock light does not come on the computer is probably locked up I You may be able to resume activity by cancelling the current operation Press Ctrl Alt Del Then follow any instructions on the screen Troubleshooting 7 9 If this does not work turn off the computer wait 30 seconds and turn it back on Your Password Isn t Working If you type the password and then see the password prompt again type the password again and press Enter If the computer locks up turn it off and wait 30 seconds before you turn it on and try again Make sure the Num Lock and Caps Lock keys are in the same state as when you created the password If you have forgotten your password call the EPSON Connection for assistance You Can t Access Data on a Diskette Remove the diskette and insert it again making sure the label is facing up Make sure the diskette is either 720KB or 1 44MB If the write protect switch is set and you are trying to save a file to the diskette either use a different diskette or move the write protect switch 7 10 Troubleshooting I If the diskette is damaged use a backup copy to repeat the operation If you need the files on the original d
12. start Setup turn on your computer If your computer is already on save any files you ve been working on then restart your computer using Ctrl Alt Del During power on diagnostics you see the following prompt Press F8 to run SETUP As soon as you see this message press F8 If you do not press F8 within 5 seconds the computer loads the operating system You can restart the computer and try again Changing the Settings When the computer starts Setup you see the Page 1 screen which displays your computer s memory configuration in addition to other settings you can change Base memory plus extended memory is total system memory Use the right left down and up arrow keys to move the cursor from option to option Once you have highlighted an option you want to change press the or key or the spacebar to scroll through the settings and select the one you want Press PgDn or PgUp to go to the next or previous Setup screen 6 4 Customizing Your Computer Help information is available for each option Highlight the option and press F1 to get Help Setup lets you change or verify the settings listed in the following tables Setup page 1 options Setting Options system hh mm ss 24 Sets the time used by the Time hour format system system mmm dd yyyy Sets the date used by the Date system Update Enabled Lets you upgrade your BIOS Flash Disabled from a diskette Auto Sets the type of drive automatical
13. Diskettes 2 Powering the Computer Using the Power Adapter Using the Battery Replacing the Battery Using Power Management Low Battery Protection Using Energy Wisely 3 Getting to Work Using Passwords e cece ee eeee eee eee 3 Entering a Password 00 eeeee eee Using Diskettes 0 cece riesis Resetting the Computer 000058 Working Comfortably e cece f 4 Caring for Your Computer Protecting the Hard Disk Drive Moving and Storing the Computer Cleaning Your ActionNote Cleaning the ActionPoint Touchpad 25 see Cleaning the Diskette Drive 5 Upgrading Internal Components Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive Removing the Hard Disk Drive Replacing a Hard Disk Drive Removing and Replacing the Keyboard 3 7 Removing the Keyboard Replacing the Keyboard 5 9 Upgrading Your Memory 4 SN Removing a Memory Module Installing a Memory Module 6 Customizing Your Computer Customizing Your ActionPoint Customizing Computer Settings Starting Setup 0 008 Changing the Settings 6 4 Customizing Power Management Using Instant On and Saving to Disk Using Password Security Setting a Password
14. EPSON NOTEBOOK COMPUTER User s Guide ActionNoTe 900 SERIES IMPORTANT NOTICE DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Epson America makes no representations or warranties either express or implied by or with respect to anything in this manual and shall not be liable for any implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose or for any indirect special or consequential damages Some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages so this exclusion may not apply to you COPYRIGHT NOTICE All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopying recording or otherwise without the prior written permission of Epson America Inc No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of information contained herein Nor is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained herein Further this publication and features described herein are subject to change without notice TRADEMARKS EPSON is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation ActionNote ActionPoint and ActionPort are trademarks of Epson America Inc EPSON Connection is a service mark of Epson America Inc General notice Other product names used herein are for identification purposes only and may be trademarks of their respective owners EPSON disclaims any and all rights
15. Lets you disable the built in Device Disabled touchpad in case you connect a serial mouse Block IDE Enabled Enables support for block mode Disabled transfers if your hard disk drive supports it Serial Port Lets you define the operation of Replicator Serial Port 2 Default setting Autodetects ECP or EPP devices when connected and turned on at system start up Customizing Your Computer 6 7 When you are ready to exit Setup press Esc You see the exit menu Press one of the following keys Setup exit command keys Key Description Esc Returns you to the main Setup or Power Management Setup screen F4 Saves your new settings and restarts the computer F5 Loads the default settings for all the options and returns to Setup F6 Exits Setup without saving your settings Customizing Power Management In addition to the timeout options listed above you can also press one of the following function keys to your timeout options Function key Description Selects Maximum Performance mode maximizes system performance in all power management states but allows some features to power down Selects Maximum Battery mode minimizes battery usage and decreases system performance in low power states 6 8 Customizing Your Computer You may want to experiment to find the settings that work best for you You can access the Power Management screen without running Setup by pressing Fn F8 so you can adjust your se
16. and the read write heads to lock in place 1 Although the hard disk drive is very reliable be sure to back up your files regularly 4 2 Caring for Your Compute Moving and Storing the Computer Before you move your ActionNote make sure the power is off and the screen is closed Remove any diskettes Use a carrying case or equivalent If you have any devices attached make sure they are turned off and unplugged The ActionNote has an operating temperature range of 42 to 95 Fahrenheit or 5 to 35 Centigrade You should keep your computer well within that range to prevent damage to the computer If you will not be using your ActionNote for a while store it in a dry place protected from dust and moisture The ActionNote can tolerate storage temperatures from 4 to 140 Fahrenheit or 20 to 60 Centigrade Also if temperatures change more quickly than 5 Centigrade per hour it may damage your hard disk drive or screen CAUTION When traveling by air be sure to take your computer as carry on luggage to prevent it from being stored in an unpressurized storage area Caring for Your Computer 4 3 Cleaning Your ActionNote You may need to clean your ActionNote occasionally Clean the exterior with a soft damp cloth Spray glass cleaner on a soft lint free cloth to clean the LCD screen do not spray the cleaner directly onto the screen Cleaning the ActionPoint Touchpad The ActionPoint is sensitive to mo
17. are covered by the operating instructions When traveling by airplane be sure to take your computer into the passenger compartment as carry on luggage to prevent it from being stored in an unpressurized storage area If you plan to use the computer in Germany observe the following To provide adequate short circuit protection and over current protection for this computer the building installation must be protected by a 16 Amp circuit breaker iii Importantes Instructions de S curit Lire attentivement les instructions sulvantes et les conserver pour les consulter en cas de besoin Observer soigneusement tous les avertissements et directives marques sur l ordinateur et l adaptateur secteur I D brancher l ordinateur avant de le nettoyer N utiliser wun chiffon humide Veiller ne pas renverser de liquides sur l appareil 1 Utiliser seulement le type de source d alimentation lectrique indiqu sur l tiquette I Ne jamais utiliser une prise sur le m me circuit qu un appareil photocopies ou un syst me de contr le de ventilation avec commutation marche arr t automatique I S assurer que le cordon d allmentation de ordinateur n est pas abim ni effiloch I Dans le cas o on utilise un cordon de rallonge avec l ordinateur s assurer que l intensit en amp res requise pour tous les apparells branches sur ce cordon n est pas sup rieure la capacit du cordon Sassurer aussi que cette
18. cause interference levels that exceed the limits established by the FCC for this equipment It is the responsibility of the user to obtain and use a shielded equipment interface cable with this device If this equipment has more than one interface connector do not leave cables connected to unused interfaces Change or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority tooperate the equipment FOR CANADIAN USERS This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications Le present apparell num rique n met pas de bruits radio lectriques d passant les limites applicables aux appareils num riques de Classe B prescrites dans le r glement sur le brouillage radio lectrique dict par le inist re des Communications du Canada vi Contents 1 Getting Started Opening Your Computer 5 Powering Your Computer 06 1 2 Connecting the AC Power Adapter 1 3 Turning the Computer On and Off 4 Checking the Indicator Lights 1 4 Adjusting the Screen Controls Using the ActionPoint Touchpad 1 7 Learning More About ActionPoint Using the Keyboard s 1 9 Using the Fn Key o n 1 9 Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad Creating Software
19. d version numbers of software you re using Any error message displayed Once you gather this information write it down at the back of this manual to keep it handy whenever you need it 7 4 Troubleshooting Error Messages Your computer contains power on diagnostics that check internal devices every time you turn it on If the computer finds an error it displays an error message on the screen Many error messages suggest a remedy For example if you have installed a component you might need to check that it was installed correctly If the error is serious the error message remains on the screen and the computer locks up If this happens contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection Troubleshooting Your ActionNote If you have trouble with your ActionNote look through the headings in this chapter to see if the problem Is covered Then follow the suggestions to see if you can solve the problem If your computer is still not working correctly call 800 922 8911 or access any of the electronic support services described earlier in this chapter Troubleshooting 7 5 The Computer Won t Start The computer won t start when you press the on off button If the Power light is on check the Suspend light Press any key if it is on press the Suspend Resume button if it is flashing Check the Charge light If it is flashing orange the battery may be damaged or installed incorrectly Check the P
20. de the same functions as a full sized 101 key keyboard thanks to function keys and an embedded numeric keypad The Fn key provides a second function for other keys The keyboard on the ActionNote is available with different layouts for different languages You can also use the operating system to reassign the layout of your keyboard See your operating system documentation Using the Fn Key To use special functions hold down the Fn key and then press the second key A key s special function is labeled in blue Fn key functions Key Label Function Fn F8 Set Up Displays the Power Management screen Fn F9 Invert Toggles between normal and reverse video passive matrix only Fn F10 Display Toggles between displaying the image on the LCD external monitor or both Getting Started 1 9 Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad In Num Lock mode the keys in the embedded numeric keypad give you the number or symbol for that key instead of the letter Press Num Lock to turn Num Lock mode on and off To enter a letter while in Num Lock press Fn plus the key With Num Lock off you can enter a number or symbol on the numeric keypad by pressing Fn plus the key Creating Software Diskettes Your computer came with software installed the program diskettes are not included However you may need the diskettes to set up a new printer or re install a program You have utilities that let you create these diskettes See the instruction
21. dri a Charge light 2 1 Cleaning 4 4 Gock Ri Touchpad Clock A 1 CompuServe Computer caring for 4 1 connecting A oi replicator B 4 dimensions environmenta i requiremens A7 identifying moving 4 3 opening precautions 4 1 1 4 3 problems ies vet product ade self test serial A 17 4 specifications A I4A 7 storage 4 3 traveling 4 3 ch ne Hs turning off 4 1 cent es Contrast Controllers A 2 CPU specifications 2 Index Customization computer settings 6 346 8 power management 6 8 6 10 security 6 1146 13 Customization see Configuration D DC in port 1 3 Dimensions computer hard disk drive Disk creation utility T T0 Diskette drive cleaning 4 4 controller A 2 indicator light 1 5 problems accessing 7 10 peccatum A Diskettes Ba size 3 3 software E Energy Star Energy ar 1 6 2 2 2 5 2 3 Environmental requirements EPSON 800 922 8911 services 7 1 7 2 7 2 Accessories 7 2 bulletin board 7 2 Customer Care Centers 7 1 electronic support services parts 7 2 EPSON Connection 1 1 Ergonomics Error messages External devices External keyboard External VCA Index 3 F FDISK utili 5 6 Features Files backing up 4 2 Function keys F8 6 3 F863 Management sticking G Green light flashing 2 6 H Hard disk drive controller dimensions I ig 0 removing 5
22. e speed and precision of the cursor movement Select the ActionPoint Configuration control panel utility the Mouse utility in Windows 95 Then use the table below to change your settings ActionPoint configuration panels Panel Features Description Pointer Color and Lets you choose from nine settings size pointers in three color schemes and three sizes Pointer When enabled medium or growth large pointers grow to the selected size while moving and shrink back to a small size while at rest Pointer tails When enabled ghost images follow the pointer to increase visibility on LCD screens you can also adjust tail length Customizing Your Compute 6 7 ActionPoint configuration panels continued re _ estres Dessrpton notion settings Sensitivity Double click speed Acceleration Extra precision Orientation Set rotation settings Set buttons Shortcuts settings Autojumps Hotspots Custom assignments Touchpad settings Edge motion Touch threshold Gestures Adjusts the response of the pointer to the motion of the pointing device Adjusts how quickly you must double click Increases the cursor speed in relation to sensitivity settings Lets you shift the screen pointer temporarily into one of four special purpose operating modes slow motion freeze motion horizontal motion and vertical motion Adjusts thedirection of the cursor Lets you swap left and righ
23. e control A 4 Ww WAV sound _format 6 15 Wrist rest Index 9
24. e screws on each side of the case and snap them into position Make sure you use the correct cap for the left or right side they do not slide into place on the wrong side After you have replaced the keyboard check that the keys operate smoothly If any of the keys stick press back again on the plastic strip under each hinge cover and in the center of the plastic strip If the keys still stick repeat the keyboard replacement procedure 5 10 Upgrading Internal Components Upgrading Your Memory Your ActionNote has 8MB of memory on the system board and a socket in which you can install a 4 8 or 16MB snap in memory module If you are using Instant On or Save to Disk you will need to rerun the PHDISK utility after you have changed the amount of memory See Chapter 6 for more information CAUTION A memory module is dedicate and neds careful handling If you don t fee confident installing it yourself ask your Authorized EPSON Servicer for assistance Removing a Memory Module Your computer may have a memory module installed If you want to replace it with a higher capacity module follow the steps below to remove the original memory module If it doesn t have a module installed see the next section Installing a Memory Module to install one 1 Remove the keyboard as described in the previous section Upgrading Internal Components 5 11 2 Press each of the retaining clips toward the side of the memory m
25. en Computer in Deutschland in Betrieb nehmen Beim Anschlu des Computers an die Netzversorgung mu sichergestellt werden da die Geb udeinstallation mit einem 16 Ampere Uberstromschutzschalter abgesichert ist FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT FOR AMERICAN USERS This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio and television reception However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a 2 ese installation If this equipment does cause interference to radio and television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures I Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna 1 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver I Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 1 Consult an experienced radio TV technician for help WARNING The connection of a nonshielded equipment interface cable to this equipment will invalidate the FCC Certification of thisdevice and may
26. eplace the battery 1 Save any open files and close your applications Shut down or exit Windows 2 Press the on off button 3 Close the screen and turn the computer over CAUTION To avoid a short do not touch the battery contacts with metal objects 4 Press the battery release lever then lift the battery up and out of the case battery release lever fe o Fi 2 4 Powering the Computer 5 Insert the new battery into the compartment at an angle and then lower it into place Using Power Management Your ActionNote offers a variety of power management features to help you conserve battery power Your computer has three power saving modes Idle Standby and Suspend These modes progressively reduce computer functions and save battery life by turning off various system components when they are not in use as described in the following table Power saving modes Description System idle CPU clock speed reduced system CPU clock speed further reduced screen standby backlight turned off hard disk drive and other components in low power state system CPU clock stopped screen and hard disk suspend drive turned off and other components suspended The screen diskette drive hard disk drive and ports also have their own independent timeout periods and the screen backlight turns off whenever you close the cover You can access the Power Management screen at any time by pressing Fn F8 Powering the Com
27. er Before you start take a look at the ActionNote Adventure and fill out the attached registration card If you haven t chosen an operating system yet please see the instruction sheet Choosing Your Operating System If you have questions this manual or the online version should provide you with answers Read the troubleshooting information in Chapter 7 or call the EPSON Connection at 800 922 8911 for help GettingStarted 1 1 Opening Your Computer To open your ActionNote slide the latches on each side of the computer s lid forward and lift up the screen Powering Your Computer Your computer is shipped with a charged battery and is ready to use when you take it out of the box However to keep your battery charged use the AC power adapter to connect your computer to an electrical outlet whenever possible For more information see Chapter 2 Powering the Computer 1 2 Getting Started Connecting the AC Power Adapter The lightweight AC power adapter included with your ActionNote operates in the input ranges 100 to 240 VAC and 50 60 Hz NOTE If you purchased your computer outside the United States you have the international AC power adapter See Using the International AC Power Adapter in Appendix B of the online manual for more information Follow these steps to connect the AC power adapter Plug the connector into the DC in port on the back of the computer 2 Fli
28. evel With this configuration the memory contents are saved on the hard disk drive and protected indefinitely To resume activity where you left off after saving to disk replace your battery and press the on off button Your ActionNote also provides a similar Instant On feature When you set up your computer to use Instant On you can press the Suspend Resume button to save your data and turn off the power at the same time To start up again instantly without reloading your operating system or software applications simply press the on off button Powering the Computer 2 7 For instructions on setting up your ActionNote to use the Save to Disk and Instant On features see Using Instant On and Saving to Disk in Chapter 6 Using Energy Wisely By purchasing this Energy Star compliant computer you join a growing number of users concerned about conserving energy Here are a few energy saving tips When using a printer and external monitor check to see if they are Energy Star compliant If not turn them off when you re not using them Use the print preview option in your software before you print something You ll be able to catch formatting errors before you commit them to paper If you have an electronic mail system available to you send E mail rather than memos Not only is this faster but you ll save paper and storage space too Use recycled paper and recycle your used paper whenever you can
29. g 7 7 NOTE When you need to discardyour battery contact your local government waste management agency for recycling information on rechargeable batteries The computer doesn t work properly with the AC power adapter Make sure the AC power adapter is securely connected to the computer and the electrical outlet Make sure the electrical outlet is supplying power If the outlet is working there may be something wrong with your AC power adapter The LCD Screen Is Blank Use the brightness and contrast controls to adjust the screen display See Adjusting the Screen Controls in Chapter 1 You may have switched your display to external monitor mode Press Fn F10 until you see the display on your LCD screen Make sure the default display selected in Setup and the settings in the video display control panel utility are correct for your system See Using Video Drivers and Utilities in Chapter 6 7 8 Troubleshooting I The computer may be in Suspend mode press any key or the Suspend Resume button to resume Press the on off button to resume if you are using Instant On See Chapter 2 for more information I You may have set a video timeout period in Setup or with your operating system This turns off the screen after a specified period of time has elapsed with no system activity Press any key to restore the display See Wing Power Management in Chapter 2 The Computer Locks Up I Some operations take
30. he infrared utility software running and check the software utility s communications indicator to see if the port is active The IrDA device polls for data until it finds another IrDA signal Check that there is no obstruction between the ActionNote IrDA port and the receiving device s IrDA port There must be a clear line of sight between the two communicating ports 7 18 Troubleshooting Make sure the other drvice is IrDA compliant Make sure that the communicating IrDA ports are within three feet of each other and are positioned at an angle of 30 or less Check that the IrDA port s COM assignment is correct The default setting is COM2 Check that the Serial Port 2 options are set to IR and to the correct address Troubleshooting 7 19 A Specifications CPU and Memory CPU System speed M emory ROM Video RAM Cache Clock calendar Cyrix 5th generation 5x86 microprocessor installed as a QFP chip with Level 2 cache on a daughterboard Fast and slow speeds selected in Setup 8MB RAM on the system board expandable up to 24MB using a 4 8 or 16MB memory expansion module 128KB Flash memory device containing the system and video BIOS and Setup program code The BIOS is shadowed in DRAM for faster access IMB DRAM supports resolutions up to 640 by 480 in 256 colors on LCD and up to 1024 by 768 in 256 colors or 800 by 600 in 64K colors on external monitor 16KB internal write back u
31. icer for the latest information about tested cards Like a diskette a new PC RAM or hard disk card may need to be formatted initialized before you can use it See the documentation that came with your card or driver for instructions Press the release button to remove the card then try inserting it again Listen for the beep tone indicating that the card has 7 12 Troubleshooting been installed correctly See Using PC Cards in Appendix B of the online manual for instructions Your computer is set up to work with most PC cards but some cards require that you install other software drivers See the documentation that came with your card The ActionNote comes with PCMCIA drivers and utilities that you can use with your card Your operating system may also include drivers For details see Using PC Cards in Appendix B of the online manual You may need to restart your computer and select the appropriate option at the PCMCIA driver prompt Then try your PC card operation again When you resume from Suspend to Disk mode in Windows 3 11 your PCMCIA drivers may not be reloaded or reinitialized Exit any application programs you are using and restart your computer then if necessary select the option to load your PCMCIA card drivers at the prompt See the EPSON PCMCIA Card Software U ser s Guide for information about configuring PC cards in DOS and Windows 3 11 using the Troubleshooting 7 13 drivers su
32. intensit ne d passe jamais la somme de 15 amp res pour l ensemble des apparells branch s sur la prise secteur I Sauf dans les cas sp cifiques expliqu s dons ce manuel de lusager ne pas essayer d entretenir ou de r parer l ordinateur soi m me 1 D brancher l ordinateur et contacter un technicien qualifi dans les circonstances suivantes I Si le cordon ou la prise sont ab m s un liquide a n tr a Pint rieur de l appareil si on a laiss tomber appareil ou si le bo tier est endommag si l ordinateur ne fonctionne pas normalement ou fonctionne d une mani re tr s diff rente de l ordinaire N ajuster que les commandes d crites dans les directives I Pour les voyagespar avion prendre ordinateur avec soi dans la cabine comme bagage a main pour viter qu il soit transport6 dans une soute non pressuris e I Pour utiliser l ordinateur en Allemagne il est n cessaire que le batiment soit mum d un disjoncteur de 16 amp res pour prot ger l ordinateur contre les courts circuits et le survoltage iv Wichtige Sicherheitschinweise Bitte lesen Sie diese Sicherheitshinweise und heben Sie sich zur sp teren Verwendung auf Beachten Sie alle Warnungen und Anweisungen die auf dem Computer und dem echselstromadapter angebracht sind Schalten Sie den Computer vor der Reinigung aus Verwenden Sie zur Reinigung nur ein sau beres Tuch Achten Sie darauf da keine Fl ssigkeiten auf dem
33. ions 4 recharging 2 3 replacing batte saving to di 6 96 10 sources A 6 turning on and off 1 4 see also AC adapter battery Power management Power adapters Power management Instant On low battery protection low power mades 2 5 Save to Disk Precautions diskette drive hard disk 4 2 touchpad when traveling 4 3 Printer enabling port 6 Printer problems Problems 7 14 touchpad Protection see Password Security Q Questions Index 7 R Recharging the battery Replacing the battery ROM A 1 S Save to Disk 2 7 Save to HDD mode 6 9 Screen controls 1 6 Screen timeout Scroll Lock indicator light 1 5 Scrolling Serial number Serial port enab Setup password 6 12 Software diskettes 1 10 problems 1 7 17 Sound see Audio Spee 3 rs Standby mode 2 5 Strain avoiding 3 4 Suspend mode 2 5 Suspend mode E function aed Switches contrast and brightness T Temperature ranges Touchpad Pee bie iinet compatibility 1 71 configuring ane 6 3 mouse ai uivalents problems selecting an item specifications re H using 1 7 Troubleshooting see Problems Security k B 11 Self test Serial ae aon ing ard Q 8 Index Turning computer on and off 1 4 Typing avoiding strain 3 4 U Upgrading hard disk drive V Video A 5 controller A 2 drivers ae utilities 6 14 RAM esol ion 6 14 Volum
34. iskette try copying one file at a time I Try formatting a new blank diskette to determine whether the problem is with the diskette or the drive See your operating system documentation or online help for instructions The Diskette Drive Isn t Working I Try reading from or writing to the diskette in another computer s drive if you have access to one Try cleaning the diskette drive heads See Cleaning the Diskette Drive in Chapter 4 t If the drive is making loud or unusual noises contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection You Can t Access Files on the Hard Disk Drive I Ifyou have set a timeout for the hard disk in Setup and the drive powered down it may still be coming back up to speed Your drive takes about 15 seconds to resume speed Troubleshooting 7 11 Make sure the Hard Disk option is set correctly in Setup If your hard disk drive is not detected you will have to configure the appropriate hard disk drive parameters yourself If you replaced or upgraded the hard disk drive make sure it is installed correctly and that the operating system is installed See Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive in Chapter 5 A PC Card Isn t Working The PC card slots on your computer support PCMCIA version 2 1 or earlier and accept up to two Type I or II cards or one Type II card If you aren t sure your card is compatible call the EPSON Connection or your Authorized EPSON Serv
35. isture which may affect your cursor movement Use a soft lint free cloth to clean the ActionPoint If you need something stronger lightly moisten the cloth with glass cleaner Do not spray the cleaner directly onto the ActionPoint and make sure its surface is completely dry before you use it Cleaning the Diskette Drive It s a good idea to clean the diskette drive occasionally The drive heads are exposed to magnetic contaminants in the air and on diskettes Many diskette manufacturers offer diskette drive cleaning kits Just follow the instructions in the kit 4 4 Caring for Your Computer 5 Upgrading Internal Components Several internal components in your ActionNote can be upgraded including the hard disk drive and system memory Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive B If you need to remove the existing drive just follow the instructions below You won t need any tools Your ActionNote supports EPSON qualified IDE hard disk drives with a 2 5 inch form factor and a maximum height of 19 mm Contact the EPSON Connection or your dealer to find out about the latest upgrade options CAUTION Before you replace your hard disk drive be sure to make backup copies of all your files andprograms Upgrading Internal Components 5 1 Follow these steps to remove the drive 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect any external devices or cables 2 Close the LCD screen and turn the computer over 3 Press the latch away fro
36. izes and configures drives that support IDE or enhanced IDE Interfaces Internal 3 5 inch diskette drive 720KB or 1 44MB format supports lower power consumption 10 4 inches Stored in ROM accessible by pressing F8 at system startup includes power management utilities Software See the Software Support icon in the About Your ActionNote folder or group for the latest information about the software Included with your system and installed on the hard disk drive Specifications A 5 Power Sources Sources include internal removable battery lightweight AC power adapter or optional international AC power adapter and automobile adapter Battery Rechargeable 12 Volt NiMH battery current regulation by thermistor AC Power Adapters Specification AC connection DC cable Input voltage Input frequency Output voltage Weight Lightweight AC power adapter 2 folding connectors 6 ft 1 8 meters 100 VAC to 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 19 VDC 1 23 Amp maximum 3 4 inches 86 mm 2 2 inches 56 mm 1 1 inches 28 mm 7 8 oz 220 g A 6 Specifications Intemational AC Power adapter 6 ft 1 8 meter cable 6 ft 1 8 meters 100 VAC to 240 VAC 50 60 Hz 19 VDC 1 5 Amp maximum 4 7 inches 120 mm 2 04 inches 60 mm 1 5 inches 37 mm 90z 255 g CAUTION Use only the adapters and replacement batteries designed for use with the ActionNote 900 series
37. k ActionPoint Touchpad 4 Volume Control c cece eee eee Mass Storage ii2iscinincs ctsedescatba gan aaa anes LCD SCHEEN fieiesin veedteseiscwccnesenihicg ine aid aia ace Setup Program ccce cece eee eee ed Software serce erint e eee eee eat Power SOUrCES ceeceee eee eee eee AC Power Adapters ceeeeeeeeee eens A 6 Environmental Requirements i Physical Dimensions 0 0 0 00 e eee eee B Using Optional Equipment Using PC Catds aiarra as neitnain ate a aban te aes Using the ActionPort Replicator Connecting the Computer to the ActionPort Replicator Using the Built in Ports Using an External Monitor Using an External Keyboard Mouse or Other Pointing Device Using the International AC Power Adapter Using the Automobile Adapter Using a Security Lock eee Using the Battery HyperCharger Conditioner Using the CD ROM Drive 004 Connecting the CD ROM Drive 1 Getting Started Your EPSON ActionNote computer is all set up and ready to use This chapter gives you the information you need to get started You ll find a list of the computer s features on the back cover of this manual illustrations of your system on the inside front cover and a place to write important information about your ActionNote on the inside back cov
38. ly installed or allows you to detected define the type User None CPU Speed Fast Sets the processor speed Slow Quick Boot Disabled Lets you skip non essential Enabled diagnostic tests at startup C A Boot Drive Sets the drive from which the operating system will be loaded at startup Password Disabled See Using Password Enabled Security below Security Applies password protection to entire system or Setup only Boot Sets the display mode at Display startup Auto lets the system select the LCD screen or monitor if connected Simul displays on both Default setting Customizing Your Computer 6 5 The table below lists the power management options Additional information follows Power management options Options Description Power Enabled Lets you enable power Management Disabled management at all times or disable it completely Disabled Lets you disable the Idle Enabled mode System Idle system Disabled Lets you disable or set the Standby 1 to 15 period or inactivity minutes before the Standby mode 2 minutes takes effect system Disabled Lets you disable or set the Suspend 1 to 15 period of inactivity minutes following Standby 10 minutes before Suspend Hard Disk Disabled Lets you disable or set the Timeout 1 to 15 period of inactivity minutes before the hard disk drive 5 minutes turns off Screen Disabled Lets you disable or set the
39. m the hard disk drive cover and slide the cover back slightly Then lift the cover off as shown 5 2 Upgrading Intemal Components 4 Pull up on the two metal tabs to disconnect the drive and remove it from the case 5 If you need to disconnect the connector card hold it by the edges and pull it away from the drive as shown below Upgrading internal Components 5 3 Replacing a Hard Disk Drive Follow these steps to replace a hard disk drive If your new drive already has the connector card attached start with step 3 l If necessary attach the connector card Align the holes in the card with the group of 44 pins on the right side of the drive connector Make sure the connector does not cover the group of four pins on the left side of the drive connector 44 pin connector 4 pin group When the holes and pins are properly aligned carefully push the card straight onto the pins pressing firmly on the card until it is in place 5 4 Upgrading Internal Components The hard disk drive compartment on your ActionNote can accommodate IDE standard drives up to 19 mm high If the drive that came with your computer is less than 19 mm high it is installed above a black foam spacer If you are going to install a 19 mm drive remove the spacer from the compartment before you perform step 3 Insert the drive and card into the drive compartment aligning the connector on the card with the pins in the compar
40. nada EPSON provides customer support and service through a network of Authorized EPSON Customer Care Centers Ka EPSON also provides the following services when you dial 800 922 8911 I Technical information on the installation configuration and operation of EPSON products I Assistance in locating your nearest Authorized EPSON Reseller or Customer Care Center I Customer relations 1 EPSON technical information library fax service Product literature on current and new products Troubleshooting 7 1 You can purchase printed manuals accessories or parts for EPSON products from EPSON Accessories Call 800 873 7766 U S sales only from 6 00 a m to 6 00 p m Pacific time In Canada call 800 BUY EPSON If you purchased your computer outside the United States or Canada contact your EPSON dealer or the marketing location nearest you for customer support and service If you need help with any software application program you are using see the documentation for that program for technical support information Electronic Support Services If you have a modem the fastest way to access helpful tips specifications drivers application notes and bulletins for EPSON products is through the online services below NOTE To access electronic support services you must have a modem You can use a fax modem PC card or connect an external modem to your serial port 7 2 Troubleshooting EPSON bulletin board
41. nal 8 bit parallel autodetects ECP or EPP devices when connected and turned on at system start up RS 232C 16CSSOC compatible programmable asynchronous 9 pin D sub male connector Auto sensing 6 pin mini DIN connector for a PS 2 type external keyboard keypad or pointing device IrDA compliant interface up to 115 2 kbits second up to a distance of 1 meter 3 3 feet within a 30 degree viewing angle The IrDA Interface can be set up to use COM1 3F8h or COM 2F8h addresses or can be disabled using Setup Internal automatically disabled when line out is used Specifications A 3 Audio input and output Port replicator Security Keyboard Connectors for stereo line in stereo line out and for monaural microphone IRQS default 5 7 or 10 address of 220 default 230 240 or 250 Connector for ActionPort Replicator Connector for security cable 85 keys 101 key keyboard compatible embedded numeric keypad Fn key for hot key commands ActionPoint Touchpad Built In pointing device with two buttons compatible with PS 2 mouse driver software can be disabled with Setup Volume Control Knob adjusts sound of internal speaker and audio card output A 4 Specifications Mass Storage Hard disk drive Diskette Drive LCD Screen Active area diagonal measurement Setup Program Removable Internal IDE hard disk drive 2 5 inch form factor maximum height 19 mm Setup automatically recogn
42. ng a Password Follow these steps to set a password j 2 Highlight the Password option Press Enter Type a password up to seven characters long As you type you see only symbols displayed on the screen Note whether Num Lock and Caps Lock are on when you type your password Press Enter Type the password again and press Enter If you enter an incorrect password you must start the process over again Keep trying until you have entered the password correctly twice in a row Press any key to continue The Password option setting is enabled You can now highlight the Security option and select serve which applies the password to the Setup program You can also select SYSTEM If you select SYSTEM you are prompted to enter the password whenever you turn on the computer or run Setup 6 12 Customizing Your Computer Deleting or Changing a Password If you want to delete or change a password follow these steps l 2 6 7 8 Highlight the Password option Press Enter Type your password You see only squares on the screen Press Enter If you are deleting your password press the I key The Password option setting is changed to Disabled If you are changing your password type the new password You see only squares displayed on the screen Press Enter Type the password again and press Enter Press any key to continue Customizing Your Computer 6 13 Using Video Drivers and U
43. nified data instruction cache 256KB external cache both can be enabled disabled in Setup Real time clock calendar and CMOS RAM backed up by internal battery Specifications A 1 Controllers Video Chips and Technology 65545 or 65548 video controller 1MB DRAM 32 bit VL local bus supports 640 by 480 in 256 colors on LCD 800 by 600 In 64K colors or 1024 by 768 in 256 colors on external monitor automatic external monitor detection simultaneous display with LCD screen using Fn FLO command or software Diskette drive Super I O controller for one Internal 3 5 inch diskette drive supports 720KB and 1 44MB formats Hard disk Super I O controller has interface for one internal hard disk drive automatically recognizes and configures drives that support the IDE or Enhanced IDE interface PCM CIA Built In Vadem VG 468 controller for two stacked slots supports two Type I or II cards or one Type I PCMCIA version 2 01 and JEIDA 4 1 compatible supports low power and suspend modes supports hot Insertion including ExCA standards register compatible with Intel 82365SL A 2 Specifications Interfaces External video Parallel Serial External keyboard mouse Infrared Speaker Auto sensing 15 pin D sub female connector for analog monitor supports simultaneous display with LCD using Fn F10 hot key sequence or software command Centronics compatible 25 pin D sub female connector bidirectio
44. odule socket and lift up on the edge of the module until it is released retaining clips 3 Pull the module out of the socket You are now ready to install the new memory module Installing a Memory Module Follow these steps to install the new memory module CAUTION Computer memory modules are sensitive to static electricity Ground yourself by touching a metal surface before you touch the memory module Keep it safe inside its anti static packaging until you are ready to install it Remain as stationary as possible while you install it 5 12 Upgrading Internal Components Holding the memory module with the notch on the upper right corner align it with the connector at the edge of the socket Insert the memory module into the socket at an angle pressing along the edge until it clicks into place Press down on the module until it snaps into the retaining clips on the sides Replace the keyboard as described in the previous section Run Setup as described under Customizing Computer Settings in Chapter 6 to make sure your computer recognizes the new memory When you turn on the computer it will warn you of a memory size mismatch Upgrading Internal Components 5 13 6 Customizing Your Computer You can customize your ActionNote in a variety of ways covered in this chapter Customizing Your ActionPoint You can adjust the amount of pressure you need to apply to your touchpad as well as th
45. our forearms on an arm rest or other surface while you type t Keep your fingers relaxed and don t press too hard on the keys I Remove your hands from the keyboard when you are not typing take frequent breaks and stretch your fingers 3 4 Getting to Work 4 Caring for Your Computer Although it has been built for years of use your ActionNote contains fragile circuits and needs to be handled with care to keep it in good working order ia I Keep the computer and AC power adapter dry and do not subject them to extreme heat or cold I To prevent damage to the LCD do not place external devices on top of the computer even when it is closed I When you are not using the serial parallel video ports or the PC card slots keep their covers closed to prevent damage to the pins in the ports I Be sure you turn off the computer before you connect devices other than PC cards that support hot swapping Caring for Your Computer 4 1 Protecting the Hard Disk Drive Your hard disk drive is designed for travel and lots of use Follow these precautions however to protect your data and prolong hard disk life I Never turn off or reset the computer when it is copying data to or from the hard disk drive the indicator light is on I Never remove the hard disk drive when the computer is on I After turning the power off wait 20 seconds before moving the computer This allows the disks in the drive to stop spinning
46. ower light If it is flashing green it means the battery is too low to power the computer Make sure the brightness and contrast controls are not turned down If an external monitor is connected make sure it s turned on If you replaced your hard disk drive make sure you installed it correctly If you are using the battery remove it and reinstall it If you are using an AC power adapter disconnect it and then reconnect it Then turn the power on again 7 6 Troubleshooting You have trouble running the computer from a battery Be sure to read Chapter 2 for information on powering your system I The battery power may be low If you have a second fully charged battery use it to replace the one in the computer and recharge the original battery I If you replace the battery and the computer does not work properly the new battery also may not be fully charged Recharge this battery until it reaches its maximum capacity I When the charge light is flashing orange the battery may not be installed properly Try removing and reinstalling it Connect the AC power adapter to the computer and plug the adapter into an electrical outlet You may not have used the battery in a long time three months or more and you may need to recharge it When you find that over time the battery is losing its charge faster it may be reaching the end of its life You may need to replace it with a new battery Troubleshootin
47. p the adapter s two prongs out of their compartment then plug the adapter into an electrical outlet Getting Started 1 3 Recharging the battery takes about 3 hours with the computer turned on and about 2 hours when it is turned off While it recharges the charge indicator light is orange When the battery is fully charged it is green Turning the Computer On and Off The on off button is beneath the screen on your right Press the button to turn on the computer As the computer starts it does a complete self test of its circuits and drives To turn the computer off press and hold the button for two seconds Be sure to save your work before you turn off the computer Checking the Indicator Lights The indicator lights above the keyboard give you information about your computer lights icons 1 4 Getting Started Adjusting the Screen Controls The screen contrast and brightness controls are located at the bottom of the screen Slide the contrast control to the right to increase the contrast or to the left to decrease it On dual scan screens only slide the brightness control to the right to lighten the screen or to the left to darken it On active matrix screens it isn t necessary to adjust the contrast Unless you need a bright screen you can extend battery life and save energy by making it dimmer 1 6 Getting Started Using the ActionPoint Touchpad aan You can move your cursor on the screen b
48. pplied with your computer If none of these solutions solve your problem contact the card manufacturer or call your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection for assistance The ActionPoint Isn t Working Correctly Make sure the touchpad has not been disabled in Setup See Changing the Settings in Chapter 6 for instructions If you use an external pointing device connected to the mouse port the touchpad is automatically disabled If you want to use the touchpad turn the computer off and then on and touch the ActionPoint first Make sure the touchpad drivers are loaded and the ActionPoint is configured the way you want See Customizing Your ActionPoint in Chapter 6 for more information If you install another pointing device and then want to return to the ActionPoint you need to reinstall the ActionPoint drivers Type the following commands at the MS DOS prompt and then follow the instructions on the screen 7 14 Troubleshooting CD SYNTOUCH INSTALL The touchpad is sensitive to moisture Clean the ActionPoint see Cleaning your ActionNote in Chapter 4 then wash and dry your hands If you still have trouble with the ActionPoint contact your Authorized EPSON Servicer or the EPSON Connection An External Monitor Is Blank Adjust the brightness and contrast of the monitor screen Check that the monitor s power cable is securely connected to the monitor and to an electrical outlet
49. pute 2 5 You can press the Suspend Resume button located between the brightness and contrast controls at any time to enter Suspend mode and temporarily stop system activity After you press Suspend Resume it takes a moment for the computer to enter Suspend mode Then the Suspend indicator light comes on and the screen becomes dark NOTE In operating systems where you can perform background tasks the system may appear to be inactive when it is performing one of these tasks Check this possibility before pressing Suspend Resume With a fully charged battery the computer can remain in Suspend mode for several hours without losing data To resume activity press the Suspend Resume button again Low Battery Protection The ActionNote s power management features protect your data when the battery runs low When you have only a few minutes of power left the power indicator light flashes and the computer beeps At this point you should immediately save your data and 2 6 Powering the Computer either connect the AC power adapter or turn off the computer and replace the battery as described earlier in this chapter In addition the computer can be set up to enter Suspend mode when the battery power reaches a minimum level This protects the contents of your computer s memory for several hours You can also configure your ActionNote to save your data to the hard disk drive whenever your battery power reaches a minimum l
50. reen display I Access the drives often t Use aPC card Your operating system may provide ways to view your battery s status and additional power management features Check your operating system documentation 2 2 Powering the Computer Recharging the Battery The battery that comes with your system is rechargeable It takes approximately 2 hours to charge a completely discharged battery when the computer is off or when it is in Suspend mode If you use the system while the battery is recharging it can take up to 3 hours If you find that over time the battery is losing its charge faster the battery life may be reaching its end Try letting it discharge completely then recharge it You can also use the optional external battery charger to recondition the battery Replacing the Battery If you have additional batteries keep them fully charged so you can replace your battery when it runs low This is especially useful when you re traveling CAUTION Use only the NiMH batterypack designed for the ActionNote 900 series computers You can use the optional external battery charger to charge an extra battery while using another one in your computer See Using the Battery HyperCharger Powering the Computer 2 3 Conditioner in Appendix B of the online manual for more information NOTE Contact your localgovernment waste management agency for recycling information on rechargeable batteries Follow these steps to r
51. rity in Chapter 6 for more information 3 2 Getting to Work Using Diskettes You can use either 720KB double density or 1 44MB high density double sided diskettes in your 35 inch 1 44MB diskette drive To insert a diskette hold it with the label a facing up and the shutter leading into the drive Slide it all the way into the drive release button To remove the diskette make sure the diskette drive light is off Then press the release button and pull out the diskette CAUTION Never remove a diskette or reset or turn off the computer while the diskette drive is being accessed you could lose data Also be sure to remove the diskette before you turn off the computer Getting to Work 3 3 Resetting the Computer Occasionally when the computer doesn t respond you may need to reset it Resetting clears the memory and reloads the operating system To reset the computer hold down the Ctrl key and press the Alt and Del keys simultaneously Then follow any instructions you see Working Comfortably It s easy to spend a lot of time working on the computer But too much work time without a break can cause repetitive motion strain on your hands and arms Follow these suggestions to relieve strain I Your ActionNote is ergonomically designed with a palm rest and embedded ActionPoint touchpad Try to take advantage of these while you re working I Ifyou do a lot of typing avoid wrist strain by resting y
52. s serial port make sure the device and the serial port options in Setup are set to use the same memory address or COM port See Changing the Settings in Chapter 6 for more information I If you still have trouble with an external device check the manual that came with it or contact the manufacturer Your Printer Isn t Working I If you have just connected the printer check that it has power and is properly connected to the computer bd 1 Ifyou have a serial printer or if you have problems feeding paper check the printer manual for the correct DIP switch settings and settings for serial operation I Check the settings in your software to make sure the correct port is selected The Memory Count Is Incorrect Reinsert the memory module following the instructions under Installing a Memory Module in Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 7 17 Your Software Isn t Working Correctly If the application program does not start check that you are following the correct procedure for starting the program and that it is installed correctly If the program is running see the online help to assist you in diagnosing the problem If you have entered a command that you want to stop press Ctrl Alt Del and follow the instructions on the screen If none of these solutions solves your software problem contact the software manufacturer for technical support Your Infrared Port Isn t Communicating Make sure you have t
53. service You can call the EPSON bulletin board service BBS 24 hours a day at 310 782 4531 No membership is required Make sure your communications software is set to 8 data bits with no parity and 1 stop bit and any modem speed up to 28 8 Kbps See the documentation that came with your communications software for more information CompuServe s Epson America Forum EPSON also maintains the Epson America Forum on CompuServe If you have questions about your EPSON product this is a good place to get them answered Your computer includes the CompuServe WinCIM Information Manager installed on your hard disk drive and a free trial subscription to CompuServe s services and forums The brochure that comes with your ActionNote describes all the CompuServe services and how to access them To access the Epson America Forum in WinCIM simply click on the green traffic light icon and type epson at the menu prompt Troubleshooting 7 3 Identifying Your System When you request technical assistance be ready to provide the following EPSON product name and model on the logo for your ActionNote EPSON product code on base of ActionNote Serial number on base of ActionNote System BIOS version displayed during startup System configuration details of Setup settings Operating system and version number Hardware configuration connections to external devices memory size upgrades and so on Names an
54. sheet Choosing Your Operating System 1 10 Getting Started 2Powering the Computer This chapter describes how to conserve your computer s battery and save energy using the power management tools supplied Using the AC Power Adapter The AC power adapter charges the battery and runs the computer off power from an electrical outlet Use the adapter whenever you have access to an outlet especially when you are using a PC card Check the charge indicator light to monitor charging status when you use the adapter Battery charging status Battery is charging normally Battery is fully charged Flashing orange Battery is not installed properly or is damaged try reinstalling it If you plan to use the computer in countries other than the U S or Canada you ll need to purchase the international AC power adapter EPSON also offers an automobile adapter See Powering the Computer 2 1 Using the International AC Power Adapter and Using the Automobile Adapter in Appendix B of the online manual for more information CAUTION To avoid damaging the computer use only adapters designed for the ActionNote 900 series computers Using the Battery The removable NiMH battery can provide between 4 and 6 hours of power when you use your computer s power management features How long the battery lasts depends on how you use the computer It consumes more power when you do the following 1 Use a bright sc
55. t ment Press down on the metal tabs until the drive is fully seated connector Upgrading Internal Components 5 5 4 Position the drive cover over the compartment so that the small arrow on the cover aligns with the first notch in the latch Lower the cover and then slide it until it snaps shut arrow 5 Before installing the operating system run Setup as described under Customizing Computer Settings in Chapter 6 to make sure the computer recognizes your new drive 6 Then create a 26MB partition on the drive See your operating system documentation for instructions After you install the operating system run PHDISK to configure the partition See Using Instant On and Saving to Disk in Chapter 6 for more information 5 6 Upgrading Internal Components Removing and Replacing the Keyboard You need to remove the keyboard to install memory However you don t need to disconnect the keyboard cables Removing the Keyboard Follow these steps to remove the keyboard 1 Turn off the computer and disconnect the AC power adapter 2 Disconnect any attached external devices and cables 3 Open the screen as wide as you can 4 Remove the plastic caps on both sides of the case below the screen Use a small screwdriver to pry each cap loose and then slide it off as shown Upgrading Internal Components 5 7 Use a small screwdriver to gently pry up 5 the plastic strip above the keyboard
56. t buttons Sets the pointer to jump to a predefined location whenever a dialog box opens Sets the pointer to jump to a predefined location when you press a key combination Lets you assign key combinations to predefined keyboard and mouse actions Lets you extend cursor motion when your finger reaches the edge of the touchpad Controls how much finger pressure you must apply before the touchpad responds Lets the touchpad recognize several tapping gestures that replace right or left mouse button clicks 6 2 Customizing Your Computer To select a setting click the button for that setting then adjust the controls When you ve made changes click OKto exit Your settings take effect immediately NOTE If you install another pointing device and then want to return to the ActionPoint you need to reinstall the ActionPoint drivers Type the following commands at the MS DOS prompt CD SYNTOUCH Zz Customizing Computer Settings Setup configures your ActionNote and stores the settings in the computer s CMOS ROM read only memory Because this area of memory is backed up by a battery it is not erased when you turn off or reset the computer The current configuration is probably fine for most of your needs However you may need to run Setup when you upgrade your computer or connect new equipment You can also run Setup to customize power management Customizing Your Computer 6 3 Starting Setup To
57. tilities Your system includes high resolution video display drivers for Windows installed on your hard disk drive If you are using Windows 3 1 you can use these drivers to display in resolutions up to 1024 x 768 in 256 colors on an external monitor Windows 95 provides the Chips and Technology drivers to do the same thing To select these drivers use your operating system s video display or control panel utility If you select a higher resolution for your LCD screen your display is larger than the screen itself As you move your cursor up and down and from side to side the screen pans to show the en tire display NOTE Your ActionNote is configured to display in standard VGA resolution on your screen or an external monitor You can toggle between the LCD the externalmonitor or both by pressing Fn F10 You can also set the default video mode in Setup see Changing the Settings for more information 6 14 Customizing Your Computer To check on the availability of drivers for non Windows applications call the EPSON Connection or access one of the EPSON electronic support services as described under Where to Get Help in Chapter 7 Using Your Audio Card The 16 bit stereo audio card in your ActionNote is Business Audio and SoundBlaster 16 compatible You can connect an external audio source to the input jack This lets you use prerecorded music voice or other sounds on your computer Use the built
58. ttings at any time You should however exercise caution when changingthe Power Management and tow Battery options These features protect your data when your battery is about to run out For more information about how your power management features work see Using Power Management in Chapter 2 Using Instant On and Saving to Disk The tow Battery option in Setup allows you to select suspend or Save to spp which perform the following functions Mode Description Suspend The computer continues to use a very small amount of power If you select Suspend ad leave your system suspended the battery eventually runs down and your data will be lost Save to HDD Contents of your system and video memory are saved to a special partition on your hard disk drive Even if your battery runs down and the computer is turned off your data is protected Customizing Y our Computer 6 9 Instant On works through the same process as Save to HDD except that your data is saved to disk when you press the Suspend Resume button Before you can use either of these features you have to configure your hard disk drive The drive is already partitioned to set aside a 26MB area for the saved data allowing space for all memory configurations This area is invisible to your software and the amount of disk space available to you for normal data storage is reduced The PHDISK program formats the partition on your hard disk drive After yo
59. ty for mobile computer users and replaces network printer and other cable connections between IrDA compliant devices The IrDA infrared data link standard gives ActionNote users the capability of transferring data at speeds much faster than a standard modem You can exchange and synchronize data files between your ActionNote and other notebooks and desktop PCs printers fax machines network nodes and personal digital assistants PDAs To transfer data you must have another IrDA compliant device and run IrDA software such as Puma TranXit This software is provided with your ActionNote IrDA devices constantly poll for data and establish a communications link if they are within each other s line of sight The technology is similar to a television remote control The two infrared ports must be able to see each other at a distance of no more than three feet and an angle of 30 or less The communications software provided with your Customizing Your Computer 6 17 IrDA device indicates when the units are communicating See the Puma TranXit online help for more information PC card stot wi infrared range of sight 30 6 18 Customizing Your Computer 7 Troubleshooting You probably won t have any problems as you set up and use your ActionNote If anything out of the ordinary happens however see this chapter for help Where to Get Help If you purchased your computer in the United States or Ca
60. u run this program you can use the Save to Disk and Instant On functions available on the Power Management screen These options take effect immediately You might need to run this utility again if you change the memory size Run the PHDISK utility program by typing the following commands at the DOS prompt CD PM PHDISK CREATE If you install a new hard disk drive run FDISK or the operating system s installation program to create a 26MB partition After you install the operating system run PHDISK to configure the partition 6 10 Customizing Your Computer Using Password Security This section tells you how to set up a password to prevent unauthorized people from using your ActionNote NOTE Remember that once you set a system password you cannot access your system unless you enter it correctly Write down yourpassword and keep it in a safe place If you forget it call the EPSON Connection for assistance a You can set two types of passwords for your computer a system password and a Setup password If you set a system password the computer prompts you to enter it each time you turn on or reset your computer If you set a Setup password the computer prompts you to enter it each time you press F8 to run Setup Follow the instructions in the next sections to set delete or change your password See Entering a Password in Chapter 3 for information on using a password Customizing Your Computer 6 11 Setti
61. y sliding your finger along the built in ActionPoint touchpad It works with any software application that uses PS 2 compatible mouse drivers and has a utility that lets you adjust its response touchpad buttons To move the cursor slide your finger along the ActionPoint touchpad The cursor moves only when your finger touches the pad To click gently tap the touchpad once or quickly press and release the left touchpad button To select and move an item click and drag double tap on the touchpad and then slide your finger across it You can also hold down the left touchpad button while sliding your finger along the touchpad Getting Started 1 7 When you reach the edge of the touchpad surface the pointer continues to move in the same direction until you lift or move your finger This feature is called Edge Motion When software manuals tell you to use your mouse use these ActionPoint equivalents Touchpad movements Double click Double tap Drag Slide Click and drag Double tap slide Select Tap Right mouse button Right touchpad button Learning More About ActionPoint For information about changing the speed and sensitivity of your touchpad see Customizing Your ActionPoint in Chapter 6 You can also access the online help in the ActionPoint Configuration utility Mouse utility in Windows 95 1 8 Getting Started Using the Keyboard Your computer s keyboard has 85 keys that provi

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