User’s ManualRevision: 1.04
Making connections to Bluetooth-equipped devices... 72GPRS communication (optional) ... 73Configuri
90Appendix A FlyBook ModelsThe following table shows the available FlyBook models. The models differ in the Wireless WAN option. Model CPUDDR SO-DIMMW
91Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixAppendix B Power On Self Test The following is a list of error-and-status messages that th
92• Keyboard controller errorThe keyboard controller test failed. You may have to replace your keyboard or keyboard controller but may be able to us
93Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Appendix• Press <F1> to resume, <F2> to SETUPDisplayed after any recoverable error m
94Appendix C Tested DevicesThe following devices have been tested with the FlyBook computer. We recommend that you use these devices when configuring
95Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Appendix• Aten VH-107 7 ports USB hub• Fujitsu card reader• Zippy WK-712 USB keyboard+USB hu
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1Chapter 1 Before You Start
2Packing listThe following items are included in the package:NOTE• Do not connect the adapter to supply the computer with power when the DDR SO-DIMM
3Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Appendix5 AC-to-DC adapter Powers the FlyBook computer. Note: Read the specifications and cautions
4Statement of limited warrantyDialogue Technology Corporation provides a 1 year limited warranty for all FlyBook models that are purchased as complete
5Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixWhat the warranty does not cover• Any software programs obtained from third parties are n
6Limitation of liability• The total liability of Dialogue Technology Corporation arising out of this statement shall be limited to the amount paid b
7Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixHow to get helpThe following sources of help are available when looking for information or
8Taking care of your FlyBookKnowing how to take care of your FlyBook avoids accidental damage to the computer and extends its lifespan. Read the follo
9Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixTaking care of your computer• Note all cautions or warnings on the computer. • Do not e
CAUTIONTo reduce the risk of fire, use only No.26 AWG or larger telecommunication line cord.
10Taking care of your battery pack• Read all cautions on the battery.• Keep the battery away from direct sunlight or heat. The best temperature to
2Chapter 2Introduction
12Not only a notebook computer with high performance and mobility, your FlyBook introduces a new way of using computers. The FlyBook computer comes wi
13Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixA brief tour of your FlyBook computerFront viewFigure 1 – FlyBook computer front viewItem
144 Left and right click buttons (x2)Functions like a mouse’s left and right buttons. 5 Pan button Enables you to toggle the panning function on and o
15Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixRear viewFigure 2 – FlyBook computer rear viewItem Note1 DC-in power jack Connects the com
16Left viewFigure 3 – FlyBook computer left view8 1394 port (x2) Enable the computer to connect with IEEE 1394 (Firewire) devices.9 Microphone jack En
17Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixRight viewFigure 4 – FlyBook right viewItem Note1 Hard disk bay Houses the computer's
18Bottom viewFigure 5 – FlyBook computer bottom viewItem Note1 DDR SO-DIMM and CMOS battery compartmentHouses the computer's DDR SO-DIMM modules
19Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixFlyBook featuresProcessor• Transmeta Crusoe TM5800 processor at 1 GHzMemory• System Me
ThanksThank you for purchasing the Dialogue FlyBook. This advanced, ultra-portable computer with wireless and wired communication features built-in ca
20Input devices• 80-key (or 86-key in some countries) mini-size Windows enhanced keyboard with hot key support• One (1) track point, two (2) sets
21Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixConvertible display screen and working modesThrough the convertible hinge, the computer&ap
22Changing working modesChange the FlyBook between tablet and notebook modes to suit your operation requirements. Follow the steps below:Turning to ta
23Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Appendix3. Carefully press the display down. Figure 10 – Placing the FlyBook in tablet mo
24Using the “Prompt to Play” deviceThe keyboard, 2 sets of mouse buttons, the track point and the touch panel all assist you to make the computer easy
25Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixConnecting to a video display deviceThrough the video out port, you can output the compute
26computer with 1394 supported devices, such as computers, disk drives, and CD-ROM drives. The port transfers data at up to 400 Mbps. Ethernet (RJ-45)
3Chapter 3Starting Your Computer
28Preparing your computer for useNow that you’ve familiarized yourself with your FlyBook computer, you can prepare it for use. This section describes
29Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixInstalling a hard disk1. Take out the keyboard by gently pushing in the latches (3 latch
AnnouncementDialogue Technology Corporation is a registered trademark.FlyBook is a trademark of Dialogue Technology Corporation.All trade names referr
30Figure 13 – Installing a hard disk driveNOTEDo not connect the adapter to your computer, before and during the procedure. Do not drag key (key top)
31Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixInstalling the battery pack1. Insert the battery pack into the battery bay. (Make sure a
32Turning on the powerFollow the steps below to turn on your FlyBook:1. Connect one end of the adapter to the power outlet and the other end to the
33Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Appendix3. Press the power button (on the left side of the computer) to turn on the power. Figure
4Chapter 4Using Your Computer
36In this chapter, you learn how to use and customize your FlyBook computer.About the LED indicatorsThe computer has several LEDs that show system sta
37Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Appendix2 BatterySteady On: the battery is powering the system. When the AC is connected, indicate
38KeyboardThe FlyBook mini-size keyboard covers all the functions of a Windows enhanced keyboard. Hot keys are available for system control. Several h
39Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixLock keysPress the lock keys to toggle them on and off.Figure 22 – Lock keys location + MM
About this user's manualThis user's manual includes essential information for users who need to use or manage the FlyBook computer. The cont
40Hot keysThe Hot keys perform system specific functions.Figure 23 – Hot key locationFn + ScrLK When on, the screen scrolls one line up or down when t
41Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixPointing device and Pan buttonFigure 24 – Track point, mouse button, and Pan button locati
42The track point is a capacitive pointing device. When you put force on the top of the track point with your fingertip, the mouse cursor moves. The d
43Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixTouch panelThe touch panel embedded in your computer is a pressure sensitive, palm-rejecti
44To enable mouse right button mode, touch the PenMount icon in the system tray, then check "Right Button". A small mouse icon is now on-scr
45Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Appendix Figure 29 – The FlyBook Control Center window2. “PenMount Control Panel” is shown.3.
46Figure 30 – The PenMount Control PanelDisplayThe computer outputs video to the 8.9-inch LTPS TFT LCD screen. This screen is 18-bit color, wide-XVGA
47Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixAdjusting display brightnessUse hot keys to increase and decrease the display brightness.
48Figure 33 – The display properties window Changing display orientationThe display output can be oriented to landscape or portrait mode. Click on ATi
49Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixAudioThe computer has a high-performance stereo audio system (18-bit ADC and 20-bit DAC re
50Power systemThe power system includes FlyBook's AC-to-DC adapter and battery. Through the adapter, an AC power source supplies the computer wit
51Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixPower managementThe power management unit continuously monitors power status and employs a
52Power Schemes tabSelecting a running modeSelect the computer's running mode from the Power Schemes selection box. Running modes are the major p
53Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixCustomizing power schemesTurn off monitor, Turn off hard disks, System standby and System
54Alarms tabThis tab enables you to activate the low and critical battery alarm events and decide when and how the computer notifies you. Figure 39 –
55Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixAdvanced tabAlways show icon on the taskbarIf this option is checked, a Power Options icon
56Hibernation tabThis option shows the amount of free disk space and disk space required to enter hibernation mode.If there is not enough free space f
57Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixSecuring your computerRead this section to learn how to secure your computer against unaut
58Securing your computer against damageMake frequent backupsMake frequent backups to secure your personal data. You can backup your data to the follow
59Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixRecovering your systemIf your operating system becomes corrupt, then you can quickly and e
Table of ContentsChapter 1 Before You StartPacking list ... 2Stat
60Connection optionsVarious ports and built-in modules enable you to make connections in many ways.USB linkYou can connect or daisy-chain USB peripher
61Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixEthernet linkConnect a Category 5 Ethernet cable from the computer’s Ethernet port to a ne
623. Double click [Local Area Connection]. A Local Area Connection Properties window appears.Figure 45 – Windows local area connection properties4.
63Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixMaking an Ethernet connectionIf the Windows network configuration is compatible with the n
64Wirless communications on the built-in modulesTo start wireless communications through the built-in modules, you must first turn the modules on, the
65Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Appendix Figure 47 – The Flybook Control CenterWireless LAN ConnectionAlthough wireless conn
66Figure 48 – Wireless network connections
67Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Appendix3. Click the [General] tab then refer to the Windows XP user's man-ual to complete t
68Making a connection to a Wireless NetworkIf the Wireless Network module is turned on, the computer automatically seeks the networks listed in Prefer
69Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixSpecifications• Type of network: IEEE 802.11b (Wi-Fi based)• Transfer rate: (Automatic
Listening to audio output ... 25Recording from an external microphone ...
70Bluetooth communication (optional)When the Bluetooth module is turned on, communication starts automatically. A blue Bluetooth icon with a white Blu
71Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixConfiguring your connectionsThe computer connects to different types of Bluetooth devices
72Making connections to Bluetooth-equipped devicesRight-click the Bluetooth icon in the system tray, then select [Explore My Bluetooth Places] to expl
73Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixGPRS communication (optional)If the GPRS module is installed, you must first apply for a G
74Figure 54 – Windows telephone and modems options2. Select "MC45 (GPRS)", then click [Properties]. A MC45 (GPRS) Properties window appears
75Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixFigure 55 – GPRS properties5. In the Network Connections window, start the Create a new c
76Making a GPRS connectionFollow these steps to make a GPRS link. These steps assume a dial-up connection named MC45 has been created.Figure 56 – Wind
77Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 Appendix2. Type a phone number in the Dial input box, then input the user name and password of yo
78Dial-up link through the built-in ModemConfiguring your connectionIn Networks window, start the Create a new connection wizard to create a dial-up c
79Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixPC card connectionWindows supports "plug-and-play" for PC card connections. If a
Power system ... 50AC-to-DC adapter ...
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5Chapter 5Troubleshooting
82The FlyBook is a durable product which has been subjected to strict quality assurance testing. Any problems you encounter when using your FlyBook ar
83Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixPower-on problemsThe FlyBook does not start or boot-up1. If the Power Indicator is not l
84The screen is blank or the display is abnormal1. The FlyBook display may be set for CRT or TV only. Press Fn and F10 simultaneously to switch disp
85Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixThe keyboard or track-point/mouse does not work properly1. The system may have entered S
86The GPRS/CDMA module does not work properly1. Make sure the GPRS/CDMA module is available in your FlyBook. You must apply for a GPRS/CDMA account
87Chapter 1 Chapter 2 Chapter 3 Chapter 4 Chapter 5 AppendixThe touch panel does not work properly1. If the cursor position does not correctly match
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