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IMPORTANT NOTICE DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY Epson America makes no representations or warranties, and 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, wi
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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 c
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I m p o r t a n t e s I n s t r u c t i o n s d e Sécurit é Lire attentivement les instructions sulvantes et les soigneusement tous les avertissements et directives marques sur l’ordinateur et I’adaptateur secteur. Débrancher l’ordinateur avant de le nettoyer. N’utiliser qu’un chiffon humide. Veiller à ne pas renverser de liquides sur l’appareil. Utiliser seulement le type de source d’alimentation électrique indiqué sur l’étiquette. Ne jamais utiliser une prise sur le même circuit qu’un
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W i c h t i g e S i c h e r h e i t s c h i n w e i s e zur späteren Verwendung auf. Beachten Sie alle Warnungen und Anweisungen, die auf dem Computer und dem Wechselstromadapter angebracht sind. Schalten Sie den Computer vor der Reinigung aus. Verwenden Sie zur Reinigung nur ein sau beres Tuch Achten Sie darauf, daß keine FIüssigkeiten auf dem Computer verschüttet werden. Verwenden Sie nur die auf dem Typenschild des Computers angegebene Stromversorgung. Schließen Sie den Comput
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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 can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and harmful interference to radio and television reception. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not cause interference to radio and television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
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Content s 1 Getting Started Opening Your Computer ......................... 1-2 Powering Your Computer ........................ 1-2 Connecting the AC Power Adapter ........ 1-3 Turning the Computer On and Off .............. 1-4 .................... 1-4 Adjusting the Screen Controls ................... 1-6 Using the ActionPoint Touchpad ................ 1-7 Learning More About ActionPoint ......... 1-8 Using the Keyboard .............................. 1-9 ............................. 1-9 Using t
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4 Caring for Your Computer Protecting the Hard Disk Drive . . . . . . . . . . . .4-2 Moving and Storing the Computer . . . . . . . . . . .4-3 Cleaning Your ActionNote . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-4 Cleaning the ActionPoint Touchpad. . . . . . . . . 4 -4 Cleaning the Diskette Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 -4 5 Upgrading Internal Components Upgrading the Hard Disk Drive .......... . Removing the Hard Disk Drive ..... . . .5-2 Replacing a Hard Disk Drive ....... . . ..5-4 . .5-7 ............
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7 Troubleshooting .7-1 Where to Get Hel p .............................. . ............... . .7-2 Electronic Support Service s ........................ . 7-4 Identifying Your Syste m Error Message s .................................. . .7-5 Troubleshooting Your ActionNot e ............ . .7-5 The Computer Won’t Star t ............... . .7-6 The LCD Screen Is Blan k .................. . .7-8 The Computer Locks U p ................... . .7-9 Your Password Isn’t Workin g ............. . .7-10 You C
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B Using Optional Equipment Using PC Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1 Using the ActionPort Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3 ActionPort Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4 Using the Built-in Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-6 Using an External Monitor . . . . . . . . . . B-6 Using an External Keyboard Mouse, or Other Pointing Device . . . . . . . . . . . . B-7 . B-8 Using the Automobile Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-10 . .
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1 Getting Started ® TM 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 cover. Before you start, take a look at the “ActionNote Adventure” and fill out the attached registration card. please see the in
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Opening Your Computer each side of the computer’s lid forward and 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 1-2 Getting Started Chapter 2, “Powering the Computer.” whenever possible. For more information, see lift up the screen. To open your ActionNote, slide the latches on
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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. 1. Plug the connector into the DC-in port on the back of the computer. 2. Flip the adapter’s two prongs out of their compartment, then
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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 To turn the computer off, press and hold the work before you turn off the computer. Checking the Indicator Lights The indicator lights above the keyb
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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 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 Unless you need a bright screen, you can extend battery life and save energy by making it dimmer. 1-6 Getting Started contrast. it. On dual scan scre
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Using the ActionPoint Touchpad You can move your cursor on the screen by sliding your finger along the built-in touchpad. It works with any ® software application that uses PS/2 compatible mouse drivers, and has a utility that lets you adjust its response. move the 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 To select and move an item (click and drag), double-tap on the to
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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 Touchpad movements Mouse ActionPoint Tap 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 “Customiz
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Using the Keyboard Your computer’s keyboard has 85 keys that provide the same functions as a full-sized an embedded numeric keypad. The Fn 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 operating system documentation. Using the Fn Key Fn function is labeled in blue. Fn key functions Label Function Key Set Up Fn F8 Displays the Power Management screen Fn F9 Invert T
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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. 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 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 tha
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2 Powering th e Compute r 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 Status Light Orange
