background image

MobilePro Users Guide

Page 12 of 35

http://kbase/mobilpro/400/docs/mprouser.htm

10/20/98

Opening the Display Cover

Step 1

Push the lock button, then lift the display cover in the direction of the arrow as shown 
below.

CAUTION

When the MobilePro HPC is not in use, or when carrying it, keep the display cover closed. 
This will help prevent accidental damage to the touch screen or keyboard.

Return to

 

Table of Contents

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for MOBILEPRO HPC

Page 1: ... 10 20 98 MobilePro HPC User s Guide l Notices l Proprietary Notice and Liability Disclaimer l Table of Contents Notices This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and ...

Page 2: ... occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or 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 l Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna l Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver l Connect the eq...

Page 3: ...e Warranty Statement accompanying each product However actual performance of each such product is dependent upon factors such as system configuration customer data and operator control Since implementation by customers of each product may vary the suitability of specific product configurations and applications must be determined by the customer and is not warranted by NEC To allow for design and s...

Page 4: ... l External appearance l Loading the Main Battery l Installing the Sub Battery Back up Battery l Opening the display cover l Turning the Power On l Turning the Power Off l Adjusting the Contrast l Removing the Stylus l First Time MobilePro HPC Setup Using PCMCIA PC Cards with the MobilePro HPC l Inserting a PCMCIA Card ...

Page 5: ...nal on some Models l Connecting an AC Adapter l Disconnecting an AC Adapter Replacing the Batteries l Replacing the Main Batteries l Replacing the Sub Battery Back up Battery Connecting the MobilePro HPC to a PC l Connection Using a Direct Connection Cable l Connection Using a MobilePro HPC Cradle Resetting the MobilePro HPC l How to reset the MobilePro HPC Troubleshooting Product Specifications ...

Page 6: ...35 http kbase mobilpro 400 docs mprouser htm 10 20 98 External Appearance Important Note As a general rule Synchronize data between your MobilePro HPC and your desktop frequently to assure data back up if your batteries fail Side View ...

Page 7: ...MobilePro Users Guide Page 7 of 35 http kbase mobilpro 400 docs mprouser htm 10 20 98 Bottom View Return to Table of Contents ...

Page 8: ...over lock switch on the bottom of the MobilePro HPC to the MAIN_BATT position and slide the battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow to remove Step 2 Align the batteries as shown inside the battery compartment and insert two AA Alkaline batteries into the battery compartment Be sure to place the batteries on top of the ribbon in the battery compartment as shown below Step 3 Replace ...

Page 9: ... mobilpro 400 docs mprouser htm 10 20 98 CAUTION When exchanging the main battery be sure to read Replacing Batteries Return to Table of Contents Installing the Sub Battery Back up Battery The sub battery backs up the MobilePro HPC system s memory ...

Page 10: ...tom of the MobilePro HPC to the SUB_BATT position Remove the sub battery compartment cover using the stylus as shown in the illustration below Step 2 Insert the sub battery CR2032 into the sub battery compartment with the plus mark facing up toward you Step 3 Replace the sub battery compartment cover Then slide the lock to the LOCK position ...

Page 11: ...erate the MobilePro HPC only when the battery cover lock switch is in the lock position For your data protection be sure to install both the main batteries and the sub battery before turning on the power key When you replace the batteries be sure to read Replacing the batteries Return to Table of Contents ...

Page 12: ...ay Cover Step 1 Push the lock button then lift the display cover in the direction of the arrow as shown below CAUTION When the MobilePro HPC is not in use or when carrying it keep the display cover closed This will help prevent accidental damage to the touch screen or keyboard Return to Table of Contents ...

Page 13: ...e power key on the MobilePro HPC as shown below IMPORTANT The first time you power on the MobilePro HPC the screen contrast may need adjustment If necessary adjust the contrast See Adjusting the Contrast NOTE The power may be turned on and off with the display cover in the closed or open position Return to Table of Contents ...

Page 14: ... Turning the power Off Step 1 With the power on press the power key to turn the power off IMPORTANT l You can turn the MobilePro HPC power on and off with the display cover in the closed or open position l The MobilePro HPC will automatically switch off if not used for some time You can ...

Page 15: ...the Windows CE software and the LED on the power switch blinks pressing the power switch once will turn off the blinking LED Pressing the power switch again will turn off the MobilePro HPC Return to Table of Contents Adjusting the Contrast Step 1 You can adjust the contrast on the MobilePro HPC touch screen to make it darker or lighter To adjust the contrast press the ALT key and the or the key si...

Page 16: ... 400 docs mprouser htm 10 20 98 l Hold the ALT key down and press the key to darken the screen l Hold the ALT key down and press the key to darken the screen NOTE You can also adjust the contrast through Windows CE Control Panel Return to Table of Contents ...

Page 17: ... the Stylus Raise the display lid on the MobilePro HPC Then slide the Stylus in the direction of the arrow seen below to remove it CAUTION Never use a device other than an approved stylus with your MobilePro HPC Hard pointed or sharp objects can damage the touch screen Return to Table of Contents ...

Page 18: ...he opportunity to customize some settings to your liking A Windows CE Setup Wizard will guide you through your options For example through the Setup Wizard you can l Customize the unit for your name address etc l Add a security password l Set the location and time l Calibrate the stylus input To use the Setup Wizard simply follow the on screen instructions Return to Table of Contents ...

Page 19: ...ng PCMCIA cards or modems This will avoid potential data loss caused by the high energy consumption of some PC Cards It is a good idea to save your data before you insert a new PCMCIA card Step 1 Make sure the power is turned off Step 2 Insert a PCMCIA card into the PCMCIA card slot as shown above Be sure the PCMCIA card is facing up The PCMCIA card should fit securely into position ...

Page 20: ...prouser htm 10 20 98 CAUTION l Be certain to turn off the power before inserting a PCMCIA card l Be sure you insert the PCMCIA card in the right direction Inserting a PCMCIA card in the wrong direction may cause damage to the MobilePro HPC Return to Table of Contents ...

Page 21: ...docs mprouser htm 10 20 98 Removing the PCMCIA Card Step 1 Press the Eject button as shown to eject a PCMCIA card from the PCMCIA card slot CAUTION Make sure to turn off the Power on the MobilePro HPC before pressing the Eject button Return to Table of Contents ...

Page 22: ... Step 1 Raise the display cover on both HPC devices as shown below Step 2 Position the MobilePro HPC and the other HPC facing each other 8 to 20 inches apart Be sure that there is nothing obstructing the path between the optical communication ports on both HPCs NOTE If the HPC s are too far apart or if something blocks the path between the two ports data may not be sent or received correctly Retur...

Page 23: ...ou re on the go and will prevent data loss due to high energy consumption of some PCMCIA cards AC Adapter S1424 11 Listed Direct Plug In Power Unit Class 2 Rated Voltage Input 100V to 240V AC 60Hz 8W Output DC3V 1000mA Step 1 Make sure the MobilePro HPC is turned off Insert the plug on the AC Adapter into the AC jack socket on the MobilePro HPC located on the left side of the unit Step 2 Plug the ...

Page 24: ...cs mprouser htm 10 20 98 Disconnecting an AC Adapter Step 1 Make sure the MobilePro HPC is turned off Step 2 Remove the power plug from the AC outlet Step 3 Disconnect the AC Adapter by removing the plug from the AC Adapter jack socket on the MobilePro HPC CAUTION ...

Page 25: ...AC Adapter You cannot power up the MobilePro HPC without the main batteries installed l Using an AC Adapter can conserve the battery power When communicating for a long time it is recommended to use an AC Adapter Note the following when using an AC Adapter An AC Adapter is not available if the main batteries are not loaded or the battery worn out message is displayed Confirm that the power of the ...

Page 26: ...contents of the user memory may be lost when the main batteries are removed l Always backup you data to the desktop before replacing the sub battery If the Battery Very Low message appears while using your Mobile HPC immediately replace the batteries as described below The following message is displayed when the main batteries are worn out Main Batteries Very Low CAUTION If both the Main Battery V...

Page 27: ...htm 10 20 98 Step 4 Insert two new AA Alkaline batteries into the battery compartment Make sure the batteries are placed on top of the ribbon as shown below Step 5 Replace the battery compartment cover and slide the lock switch to the LOCK position Return to Table of Contents ...

Page 28: ...attery CAUTION l Replace the battery with Sony CR2032 only l Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion WARNING l Battery may explode if mistreated l Do not recharge disassemble or dispose of in fire The following message is displayed in the Power property window when the sub battery is weak Backup Battery Very Low When the operating backup battery is depleted replace it prompt...

Page 29: ... on the bottom of the unit to the SUB_BATT position Pull the sub battery compartment cover in the direction of the arrow as seen bellow using the stylus When the cover is removed use the stylus to help remove the sub battery from its compartment Step 4 Insert the new sub battery CR2032 with the plus mark facing up See below Step 5 Replace the sub battery cover and slide the lock switch to the LOCK...

Page 30: ...e l If both the main batteries and the back up batteries are weak data may be lost Always replace weak batteries as soon as possible Replace the sub battery first l Using the MobilePro HPC without a backup battery could result in data loss l Dispose of used batteries promptly keep away from children Return to Table of Contents Connection Using a Direct Connection Cable You can connect to a desktop...

Page 31: ... the Direct Connection cable to the serial port on your MobilePro HPC Step 3 Connect the 9 pin end of the Direct Connection cable to your PC Serial Port CAUTION l Be sure the power is turned off on your MobilePro HPC and your PC before connecting the cable l Make sure the ends are connected in the right orientation Incorrect connection could cause damage to the MobilePro HPC Return to Table of Con...

Page 32: ...Pro HPC Cradle Using a cradle next to your desktop or laptop is a good way to insure easy synchronization with your MobilePro HPC Available as an option NOTE The AC Adapter is an option on some models Step 1 Connect the AC Adapter to the cradle by inserting the AC Adapter plug into the AC connection on the cradle ...

Page 33: ... of the arrow then lock it at the bottom Locate the serial port on your MobilePro HPC and gently slide it into the cradle until the port on the unit and the connector on the cradle lock CAUTION l Be certain to turn off the MobilePro HPC before connecting to the cradle l ALWAYS slide the unit into and out of the cradle DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIFT IT OUT Doing so may damage the unit and the cradle connec...

Page 34: ...10 20 98 Return to Table of Contents Resetting the MobilePro HPC You may sometimes wish to reset your MobilePro HPC Always backup your data to the desktop software before resetting the MobilePro HPC Step 1 Locate the RESET button on the bottom of the MobilePro HPC as shown bellow ...

Page 35: ...age 35 of 35 http kbase mobilpro 400 docs mprouser htm 10 20 98 Step 2 Using the stylus press the RESET button The unit is now reset CAUTION Stored data may be lost by resetting your MobilePro HPC Return to Table of Contents ...

Reviews: