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3.The TWDrvStartup script must complete before running the X server. The TWDrvStartup script modifies the X server configuration file (either xorg.cfg or xfree86.cfg). When the system shuts down, these files are restored to their original state. It also starts the touch driver, TwDriver. Scripts that launch the X server reference the programs xdm, gdm, or kdm. Symptoms of this are a lack of touch or possibly erratic touch with USB touch controllers.

In each case, you need to rearrange the order of the init scripts to satisfy the requirements of the MT 7 for Linux® software. The method to do t his is specific to your system's distribution.

Troubleshooting Touch Behavior

Many issues can affect touch.

If you have no touch, it is likely that the X Windows server is starting before the MT 7 for Linux® driver. First, inspect the X Windows con figuration file, usually either /etc/X11/xorg.conf or /etc/X11/xfree86.conf, and see if there is an entry for the "twxinput" driver. If this entry is present, inspect the X Windows server log file, usually either /var/log/Xorg.0.log or /var/log/XFree86.0.log, to see if the driver loaded without error. If the entry is missing or there is an error in the log file, refer to the section above, "Troubleshooting the Init Script".

If the cursor reacts to a touch but does not appear under your finger, usually a simple calibration fixes the problem. If it does not, open a terminal window and type the command "X -version".If the first line of the output starts with X.Org X Server 1.4 then you may need to enable the "ConvertAtRead" option. Review the section on "Other Options" under "Installation" for details.

Running Touch Applications

There are two touch applications that you can run to customize the touch system. These programs reside in the directory where you installed the package.

1.The Calibration program aligns the sensor to the display's screen. You should run this program after installation or whenever adding a new sensor to the system. Run the program by running the TwCalib program.

2.The Control Panel provides more features to customize your touch system. Run this program as needed by running the StartCP script.

Note: This is a Java® program and runs with the JRE from Oracle®. If you experience problems running the Control Panel, download a JRE from www.oracle.com and install it.

You also need to edit the StartCP script to provide the proper path to the JRE.

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Contents 3M MicroTouch Software MT User Guide 3M MicroTouch Software MT 7 User Guide Contents Appendix a Multiple Monitor Setup Windows Only Sensor Care and Cleaning About This ManualIntroduction 3M Touch Systems Support Services Contact 3M Touch SystemsInstalling MT 7 Software MT 7 Software OverviewTouch Drivers MT 7 Control PanelInstalling MT 7 Software Online Help MT 7 Windows Software Uninstall UtilityCalibration Tool Multiple Display ManagerDriver Selection User Interface Performing a Silent Install Utilities and ToolsCustomizing Your Settings Uninstalling MT 7 SoftwareMT 7 Software Control Panel OverviewOpening the MT 7 Control Panel Main Tab CalibrationCalibrating the Sensor Testing the Calibration Support InformationController ID Controller Type Firmware VersionSensor Status Touch Settings Tab Drawing Mode Default ValueTouch Modes Touchdown Mode Liftoff ModeRight-Click Tool not available on Linux Touch SoundEdge Adjustment Tab Double-Click Speed not available on Windows CE or LinuxDouble-Click Area not available on Windows CE or Linux Edge Adjustment Setting 3M MicroTouch Software MT 7 User Guide Tools Tab Component VersionsRestore Factory Settings Draw TestSoftware ControllerReset Controller Advanced Touch OptionsController Tab Linearization Linearization ProcessPen Overview Pen Controller Only Pen and Finger CalibrationPen Modes Sensor Frequency Procedure Testing the Newly Selected FrequencySensor Frequency Controller ID Installation Instructions Windows CE OverviewWelcome License AgreementSelect Installation Folder Confirm Installation Installation Complete3M MicroTouch Software MT 7 User Guide 3M MicroTouch Software MT 7 User Guide Slow Draw Anomalies Page Windows XP Embedded Overview Loading MT 7 Into The Components Database ManagerMT 7 Component Selection In Target Designer MT 7 Components MT 7 for Linux Overview System RequirementsHardware Prerequisites Software PrerequisitesBefore Driver Installation General InstructionsPreparation Normal Installation Installing on Write-Protected SystemsOther Options HotplugDir Error Messages During Installation XinitDir and XinitSuffixCannot find needed libstdc++.so in /usr/lib Troubleshooting The Init Script Removing MT 7 For LinuxTroubleshooting Touch Behavior Running Touch ApplicationsKnown Issues Calibration Messages Are UnreadablePage Multiple Monitor Setup Windows Only Setting Up Multiple MonitorsChanging the Controller ID 3M MicroTouch Software MT 7 User Guide 3M MicroTouch Software MT 7 User Guide Page Troubleshooting the Touch System Other Serial Devices Do Not WorkMultiple Display Support Cursor Does Not Reach Edges of DisplayCursor is Jittery Cursor Jumps or Bounces Suddenly Across the DisplayDrawing Lines Are Not Straight and Smooth Find Sensor for Serial Plug & Play ControllersTouch Is Not Working Touch Driver Did Not Load Right-click Tool Buttons Are SwappedPrevious Version of TouchWare Software Was Detected