TAG 1000 manual Using External Power Sources, Using AC External Adapter

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MIL-BOOK™

OPERATORS MANUAL

Figure 2-26 Using the MIL-BOOK 1000 in the car

2.6Using External Power Sources

CAUTION

The external power adapter is rated for input sources within the following constraints:

•A-Series:

•AC: 100-240 V, 50-60 Hz

•DC: 9-19.5 VDC direct input without charging function

•(option) 12-32 VDC external car adapter/charger (option)

Connecting to sources outside this range may damage the external power adapter

2.6.1 Using AC External Adapter

A-Series provides an AC external adapter for standard configuration. Use the nearby AC power source.

To save battery power, use power adapter with an external power source whenever possible.

Tips for using the external power adapter.

1.Connect the external adapter to the computer as the main power source no matter when the computer is in use or not.

2.If the external adapter is not connected while the computer is in operation and the power indicator is blinking, which shows the batteries are running out of energy, please connect the adapter to the computer and plug in the power cord to the outlet immediately.

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Contents MIL-BOOK 1000 Series Notebook MIL-BOOK Operators Manual Iii Class B Regulations Page Preface Specifications reference only Viii Safety Summary Table of Contents Chapter Operation Xii Table of Figures System Description System ConfigurationStandard Configuration IntroductionMIL-BOOK Options and Accessories UnpackingSystem Identification Features of the MIL-BOOK I/O Access Door of the MIL-BOOK Feature DescriptionKeyboard Rear ComponentsKeyboard Keys Cursor Control Keys Cursor Control Keys Additional Keyboard FunctionsHot Key is Fn +F7 to toggle the RX/TX direction Fn+F9 Status Row IndicatorsAC Power Adapter Status Row DescriptionsStatus Row Low Battery Indication Battery PackSerial Port Battery ChargerCharge LED Indicator Status ConnectionsParallel Port VGA Port17 USB2.0 Port Replicator Port Power Port23 1-5.5 Battery Pack IrDA Port10 Diskette Drive and CD-ROM/DVD/COMBO/DVD-RW Diskette Drive and CD-ROM/DVD/COMBO /DVD-RWOpening and Closing the Notebook Opening the CoverClosing the Cover Connecting and Installing Devices Opening the PCMCIA, FDD, CD ROM/DVD/COMBO, DVD RW DoorClosing the PCMCIA, FDD, CD ROM/DVD/COMBO, DVD RW Door Serial and Parallel Port External Power AdapterRemoving a FDD/CD-ROM/DVD/COMBO /DVD RW Module Floppy Disk Drive/CD-ROM/DVD/COMBO/DVD RWLoading and Remove Diskettes Pcmcia CardsHard Disk Removing a Pcmcia Cards Hard Disk Drive ModuleRemoving a Hard Disk Drive Module IeeeRemoving Ieee 1394 Port EMI Accessory DescriptionsFirst Time Use Installing Software Drivers11 Installing Drivers Install Device Driver for Windows 2000/Windows XPDevice Driver Install Touch Screen Driver for Windows12 Installing Drivers Install Touch Screen Driver for Windows XP14 Control Panel 17 Device Manager 18 Unknown Device Properties 20 Hardware Update Wizard 22 Finish Touch screen Utility Starting the Computer Daily OperationTurning Off The Notebook Using the Notebook in the CarUsing AC External Adapter Using External Power SourcesCharging the Batteries Running On Battery PowerRunning Setup and Moving Around Setup Configuration UtilityMoving Around and Making Selections MainMain Menu Internal Num Lock Keyboard Backlight Geyserville Support IR Ports 12 LPT Port Security MenuSystem Password 16 Boot Menu Boot Menu17 Exit Menu Exit MenuChanging the Battery Pack Battery MaintenanceCleaning Conserving Power