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Chapter 5 – Warranty 

 

 

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Warranty Information

 

 
This chapter outlines coverage, terms and conditions of WalkAbout 
Computer’s Limited Warranty and how to obtain warranty service. 
 
The standard WalkAbout Computers Limited Warranty is valid for one 
year from the date of shipment.  Extended warranty protection is 
available for up to four additional years. 
 

WALKABOUT COMPUTERS 

LIMITED WARRANTY 

 

1.  WHAT IS COVERED BY THIS WARRANTY 
 

WalkAbout Computers, Inc. warrants for the duration of this limited warranty 
(“Warranty”) that WalkAbout Computers’ products, which are comprised of 
the HAMMERHEAD RT family of products, all accessories to such Products 
manufactured or created by WalkAbout Computers (“Accessories”), and all 
replacement Products and Accessories repaired or replaced pursuant to the 
Warranty (“Replacement Products”) are free from defects in material and 
workmanship under normal use and service subject to the terms and 
conditions set out below. 

 

2.  LENGTH OF WARRANTY 
 

The Warranty is valid for a period of one (1) year for Products and 
Accessories, from the original date of sale from WalkAbout Computers 
and/or a WalkAbout Computers Authorized Reseller. During any such period, 
WalkAbout Computers will, at its option, either repair or replace with new or 
“like new” used parts any of the Products, Accessories or Replacement 
Products sold by WalkAbout Computers which prove to be defective, 
provided that such Products or Accessories are returned in accordance with 
the terms of this Warranty. 
 
 

3. TERMS 

AND 

CONDITIONS 

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(i) 

This Warranty applies to the retail purchaser or lessee of Products and 
Accessories that have been properly installed, used and serviced 
according to the specifications provided and practiced by WalkAbout 
Computers. 

 
(ii) 

Damage due to abuse, accident, misuse, modification, misapplication, 
or damage as a result of shipment or improper service cancels all 
obligations of WalkAbout Computers under this Warranty. 

 

(iii) 

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES OR 
CONDITIONS, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESSED OR 
IMPLIED, WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABLE 
QUALITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND 
THOSE ARISING BY STATUTE OR OTHERWISE IN LAW OR FROM 
THE COURSE OF DEALING IN OR USAGE OF TRADE.  SOME 
JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THIS LIMITATION, SO THE 
ABOVE EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. 

  
(iv) 

This Warranty and the statute of limitations shall run concurrently with 
any acceptance period.  No suit, litigations, or action shall be brought 
based on the alleged breach of this Warranty or implied warranties more 
than two (2) years after the date of purchase in those jurisdictions 
allowing such a limitation; otherwise, no such action shall be brought 
more than two (2) years after the expiration of this Warranty. 

 

4.  HOW TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE 
 

(i) 

Immediately notify WalkAbout Computers or a WalkAbout Computers 
Authorized Reseller of problems encountered during the warranty 
period.  As appropriate, WalkAbout Computers will provide a return 
merchandise authorization number (the “RMA” number) for the return of 
your Products, Accessories and/or Replacement Products. 

 
(ii) 

Label and/or include the following information with the 
Products/Accessories shipping container: 

a)  your name, address and telephone number 
b)  the RMA number received from WalkAbout Computers, 
c)  a description of the problem, and 
d)  proof of the date of original purchase from WalkAbout 

Computers, e.g., bill of sale or other evidence indicating the date 
of original purchase. 

 

Summary of Contents for Hammerhead RT800

Page 1: ...ded for large scale applications If you do not find illustrations identical to the equipment you have purchased or do not find needed information after having reviewed the User s Guide please feel fre...

Page 2: ...ration 27 Touch Screen calibration 27 Battery Performance and Maintenance 28 Monitoring your battery 28 Table of Contents WalkAbout Computers HAMMERHEAD RT User s Guide V030105 4 Setting the battery a...

Page 3: ...ave a touch unit Microsoft Windows XP Pro is installed along with Calligrapher handwriting recognizer PenOffice control program and My T Pen onscreen keyboard program WalkAbout Computers often pre ins...

Page 4: ...ing other than a WalkAbout supported antenna will constitute an invalid configuration and may void the FCC CISPR and or CE certifications GPS option is sold for the sole purpose of providing an accura...

Page 5: ...modems scanners etc Devices can be connected to the HAMMERHEAD RT with the computer turned on without requiring a reboot There is a limit of 128 concurrent devices per USB port The HAMMERHEAD RT can...

Page 6: ...artment without the proper training from WalkAbout Computers Any tampering of the hard drive will result in a void warranty Bottom view Bottom guide pinholes The bottom guide pinholes are used to alig...

Page 7: ...tip switch simply press the tip of the pen against the display This is similar to clicking the left button of a mouse Double clicking is accomplished by double tapping with the pen Move an icon by pr...

Page 8: ...auge possible To achieve the best possible performance from your batteries we recommend using and maintaining the batteries in accordance with the instructions provided below Getting started with your...

Page 9: ...ng process Don t be alarmed if batteries feel warm to the touch during this process It is normal for a battery to become warm during charging and discharging Do not use any external power source other...

Page 10: ...rt circuit the battery or reverse polarity Avoid placing batteries around metal objects such as keys pocket change paper clips and jewelry Chapter 2 Hardware Operation WalkAbout Computers HAMMERHEAD R...

Page 11: ...T Some customers may have IT Departments that will be trained to replace hard drives at the customer location You should not open the hard drive compartment without the proper training from WalkAbout...

Page 12: ...wer to the port replicator Flat port replicators and custom cable sets are available when connectivity is needed while the unit is mobile External power should be connected to the port replicators aft...

Page 13: ...cards CardBus and PC Cards are two alternative types of PCMCIA interfaces or slots on laptops desktops and PDAs PCMCIA cards are based on a 16 bit interface while CardBus is a 32 bit interface This al...

Page 14: ...User s Guide V030105 28 Battery Performance and maintenance Monitoring your battery You can easily monitor your battery to see how much power you have available while you are working away from your de...

Page 15: ...105 30 Adjusting Screen Brightness and Backlight Settings The Hammerhead RT comes with a Utility program that provides additional functionality to your computer To launch the Hammerhead Utilities prog...

Page 16: ...30105 32 Advanced backlight Your computer is delivered preset with the optimal settings for most users For those users with special needs such as optimizing operation in dark environments the Advanced...

Page 17: ...these operating systems come standard with Pen Office Calligrapher handwriting software and My T Pen onscreen keyboard Tablet and pen settings Windows XP Tablet PC Edition lets you customize the table...

Page 18: ...eyboard The Tablet PC Input Panel is hidden when you first start but is easily opened How to open the Input Panel Click the Input Panel button on the task bar The Tablet PC Input Panel opens To hide t...

Page 19: ...g an e mail address or a URL The characters that you enter into the character pad are immediately converted to text so you can spot and fix any errors immediately Chapter 3 Software Operation WalkAbou...

Page 20: ...letely searchable You can also create drawings or graphics that can be saved or sent to other applications from Windows Journal You can even share journal files with non Tablet PC users by exporting t...

Page 21: ...words Write uppercase letters larger than lowercase letters Avoid empty spaces Avoid putting additional words diagrams or drawings within existing handwriting in a note How to set the pen and screen...

Page 22: ...ow to write in Microsoft Excel or Word files In order to use the Tablet PC features in these applications you must obtain the Microsoft Office XP Pack for Tablet PC This is available only from Microso...

Page 23: ...button on the task bar The Tablet PC Input Panel opens If you are using MS Pen services From the Windows desktop navigate through the Start Menu to the Program group named Pen Services Click on the i...

Page 24: ...ry default reboot the unit and attempt pen alignment See supporting documentation for instructions on reinstalling the pen services software This will typically cure problems with damaged support file...

Page 25: ...e What is your best screen for direct sunlight on the Hammerhead RT WalkAbout s All Vis display maximizes color definition and provides superior visibility for indoor in vehicle and outdoor environmen...

Page 26: ...or lessee of Products and Accessories that have been properly installed used and serviced according to the specifications provided and practiced by WalkAbout Computers ii Damage due to abuse accident...

Page 27: ...warranty service iii WalkAbout Computers shall not be responsible for consequential special incidental or contingent damages or expenses of any nature or kind whatsoever including without limitation d...

Page 28: ...ne 561 712 1200 FAX 561 712 9580 Disclaimer All rights reserved This publication is protected by copyright and all rights are reserved No part of it may be reproduced or transmitted by any means or in...

Page 29: ...tes uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference with radio communications However there is no guarantee...

Page 30: ...ent of Communications Human Exposure Compliance Statement FCC rules compliance with RF hazard and broadband PCS Note Motorola certifies that the Motorola G18 Radio Module FCC ID 1HDT6AC1 complies with...

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