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1501 Northpoint Pkwy, #103-104

West Palm Beach, FL  33407

Main Office: 561-712-1200

Sales: 888-925-5226 or 614-882-0015

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Thank You 

 

WalkAbout Computers HAMMERHEAD 3 User’s Guide – v021101 
 

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Thank You! 

 
We at WalkAbout Computers wish to thank you for purchasing the 
WalkAbout HAMMERHEAD 3 computer.  Great care has been taken to 
provide you with a unique product designed to provide years of reliable 
service.  The HAMMERHEAD 3 is the fifth generation of 
HAMMERHEAD rugged tablet computers.  Each generation builds on 
the strengths of the previous generations to provide you with a state-of-
the-art product designed to meet the real world needs of mobile users. 
 
This guide provides basic information that you will need to take full 
advantage of your HAMMERHEAD 3 computer.  The HAMMERHEAD 
3 is a tool that is often configured to meet the precise needs of a 
specific application.  As a result, there are many configuration options 
available and often, custom features are provided 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 free to contact WalkAbout 
Customer Care toll-free at 888-872-1100.  You may also wish to visit 
our web site at www.walkabout-comp.com for updated information. 
 
This guide is intended to provide basic information on the features, 
operation, care, and maintenance of the HAMMERHEAD 3.  It is not 
offered as a technical resource to deal with larger integration issues.  
WalkAbout and its many partners will be happy to work closely with you 
in resolving any challenges that you might face. 
 
Elements of this guide are available electronically for those customers 
wishing to develop their own training or technical support materials.  
Requests for electronic copies can be made through the general 
information request link at the WalkAbout web site. 
 
Again, the employees of WalkAbout Computers thank you for 
purchasing the WalkAbout HAMMERHEAD 3.  We look forward to 
getting to know you and to assisting you in any way we can to make 
your use of the HAMMERHEAD 3 as rewarding as possible.

 

Summary of Contents for Hammerhead 3

Page 1: ...uration options available and often custom features are provided for large scale applications If you do not find illustrations identical to the equipment you have purchased or do not find needed infor...

Page 2: ...nual even if advised of the possibility of such damages In the interest of continued product development WalkAbout Computers reserves the right to make improvements in this manual and the products it...

Page 3: ...cables and connectors have been provided with this equipment and must be used to insure proper functionality and compliance with FCC rules Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user s a...

Page 4: ...Batteries 27 Removable Hard Drive 27 Accessories and Options 27 Heater Package 28 PCMCIA Cards 28 CHAPTER 3 SOFTWARE OPERATION 30 HHUtility Program 30 Batteries Tab 31 Primary Tab 32 Secondary Tab 34...

Page 5: ...ving PCMCIA cards Chapter Chapter 1 Introduction WalkAbout Computers HAMMERHEAD 3 User s Guide v021101 10 Chapter 3 Software Operation This chapter describes how to use the HAMMERHEAD control programs...

Page 6: ...ouch screen option One year warranty on all parts and labor Direct line technical support by WalkAbout Computers technical support staff Chapter 1 Introduction WalkAbout Computers HAMMERHEAD 3 User s...

Page 7: ...he computer turned on without requiring a reboot There is a limit of 128 concurrent devices per USB port The HAMMERHEAD 3 can supply up to 5 amps of current through the USB port External USB hubs are...

Page 8: ...ades or repairs without opening the HAMMERHEAD 3 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 compartm...

Page 9: ...alkAbout Computers HAMMERHEAD 3 User s Guide v021101 18 The standard port replicator also doubles as a desktop stand for the HAMMERHEAD 3 Simply press the male docking connector on the port replicator...

Page 10: ...box with a 3 foot or 6 foot cable provides convenient installation for permanent connections SIDE VIEW FRONT VIEW Noise reduction circuitry surge protection reverse polarity protection and power condi...

Page 11: ...be returned to technical support Pen Operations The pen is the primary screen navigation and data entry tool for the HAMMERHEAD 3 Without a keyboard attached the pen is the only means of communicating...

Page 12: ...en at the silver ring just above the barrel switch The battery is installed with the flat negative terminal entering the pen barrel first The nominal voltage supplied to the pen electronics is 1 5 vol...

Page 13: ...tery will then charge the remaining 20 after which the second battery will complete its recharging process This method provides the best ratio of charge time to run time for short battery charge cycle...

Page 14: ...s Guide v021101 28 Heater Option The HAMMERHEAD 3 supports an optional heater package including a LCD heater that greatly improves display readability in colder environments and a hard drive heater t...

Page 15: ...been tested and recommended by WalkAbout Custom lumps may be available for large purchases Chapter 3 Software Operation WalkAbout Computers HAMMERHEAD 3 User s Guide v021101 30 3Software Operation HHU...

Page 16: ...lly charge the charging battery Time to Empty Estimated time to discharge the active battery Chapter 3 Software Operation WalkAbout Computers HAMMERHEAD 3 User s Guide v021101 32 Primary Tab This scre...

Page 17: ...charge Voltage voltage when the computer will stop using the battery EDVF End DischargeVoltage Final the voltage when the battery will disconnect itself Cycles The number of charge discharge cycles th...

Page 18: ...36 Heaters optional feature This controls the LCD and Hard Drive heater functions for cold weather operation Multiple selections may be made Standby When enabled causes the heaters to operate even if...

Page 19: ...tion WalkAbout Computers HAMMERHEAD 3 User s Guide v021101 38 Calibrate Tab Periodically the batteries should be recalibrated A calibration cycle should be performed whenever the Max Error is greater...

Page 20: ...gs by going to the HHUtility Properties Tab and checking the buttons as shown below The heaters will only operate when the power is supplied from a stable AC source irrespective of the preset settings...

Page 21: ...e the temperature falls below 52o F The heaters will operate for a time to bring the unit up to 60o F at which point they will shut off This cycle will repeat each time the temperature falls below 52o...

Page 22: ...Primary inner battery and the right icon represents the Secondary outer battery Hovering the cursor over the battery icon will display the remaining percentage charge For example this System Tray indi...

Page 23: ...stions and answers that are presented to WalkAbout s telephone support technicians If you don t see an answer to your question here please contact Technical Support at 888 872 1100 and one of our Repr...

Page 24: ...a thermal sensing circuit that is tied into the contrast adjustment of the LCD Display This automatic adjustment is augmented with the ability for the end user to tailor the settings using the HHVideo...

Page 25: ...ed the focus on the Start button 3 Press ALT SPACEBAR keys in combination to display a context menu 4 Use the cursor keys to navigate in the context menu and highlight Size Chapter 4 Frequently Asked...

Page 26: ...Lucent WaveLAN Orinoco 2 4 GHz 11 Mbps Wireless LAN Adapter Cisco Aironet 340 350 series Wireless LAN Adapters Sierra Wireless AirCard 300 350 series CDPD WAN Adapter How can USB networking be utiliz...

Page 27: ...WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABLE QUALITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND WalkAbout Computers HAMMERHEAD 3 User s...

Page 28: ...y breach shall be limited to actual direct provable damages not to exceed the amount originally paid to WalkAbout Computers for the Product and or Accessories These limitations apply to all causes of...

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Page 30: ...WalkAbout Computers HAMMERHEAD 3 User s Guide v021101 59 2002 WalkAbout Computers WalkAbout Computers Inc 1501 Northpoint Parkway Suite 103 104 West Palm Beach FL 33407 www walkabout comp com...

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