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DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY
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Copyright © 1993 by Epson America, Inc
all warnings and instructions market on the computer
•Do not let the computer's power cord become damaged or frayed
Except as specifically explained in this User's Guide, do not attempt
•If you plan to use the computer in Germany, observe the following:
Beim Anschluß des Computers an die Netzversorgung muß
S'assurer aussi que cette intenste ne depasse jamails la somme de
Contents
Chapter 3 Powering the Computer
Using the AC Adapter
Using the Battery Pack
Replacing the Battery Pack
Recharging the Battery
Identifying Your System
Error Messages
The Computer Won’t Start
Battery Problems
AC Adapter Problems
Controllers and
Supply
Physical Dimensions
Standard Configuration
Autosensing video port for an external color or monochrome VGA or SVGA monitor
Port for a PS/2®-compatiblepointing device
Trackball with drivers and utilities
Port for a PS/2-compatibleexternal keyboard
Rechargeable battery pack
Optional Equipment
Where to Get Help
International marketing locations are listed at the end of this manual
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An introductory $15 credit on compuServe
Your own user ID and password
How to Use This Manual
Conventions Used in This Manual
SettingUp the Computer
caution
Identifying the System Parts
LEDS
LED functions
Setting Up the Computer
with the computer
Setting Up the Computer
Opening the Screen
Connecting the Trackball
Attaching the Trackball
Turning On the Computer
The Computer performs a series of power-onon diagnostics tests to
check the circuit boards, memory, ports,. keyboard, and disk
drives. It displays several messages during the diagnostics
including this prompt:
P r e s s < D e l e t e > If y o u w a n t t o r u n s e t u p
Using Your Operating System
Chapter
Using Your Computer
Taking Care of the Computer
guidelinesto
Backing Up Your Files
Using the Password Function
Typing the Password
You see this prompt when the password feature is activated:
Enter CURRENT Passsword:
If you want to change your current password or disable the
Chapter 5 for instructions. If you forget your password, call the
Using the Keyboard
Using Fn, F11, and F12
Using the Embedded Numeric Keypad
Embedded numeric keys
Resetting the Computer
Turning Off the Computer
Changing the CPU Speed
Adjusting the LCD Screen
Using Diskettes
Using the Video Utilities and Drivers
help
SIMUL
PANEL
Using Your Computer
CLMODE, and press Enter. YOU can also enter
of the available hot keys
2-12Using Your Computer
Powering the Computer
Using the AC Adapter
is designed to operate in 100 to 240 VAC ranges with a frequency
electrical socket; see Appendix C for specifications
Using the Battery Pack
Pack
Replacing the Battery Pack
4. Press down on the release buttons on the battery compartment
cover and slide the cover toward you
5.Pull up on the cloth tab and lift out the low battery
Recharging the Battery
Extending Battery Life
discharge completely; then recharge it. If this fails, replace it with a
When your battery can no longer be recharged, please cannot
disposal. NiCad and NiMH batteries are considered hazardous
waste and should be recycled or disposed of properly
Low Battery Indicator
can use it again to power the computer without the AC adapter
Using the Suspend/Resume Switch
Using Setup to Conserve Battery Power
Using Energy Wisely
Connecting Optional Devices
Connecting an External Monitor
3.If the connector has retaining screws, tighten them by hand or
Using the External Monitor
Connecting a Parallel Printer
Connecting a Serial Device
Note
Connecting an External Keyboard
Connecting a Pointing Device
Connecting the Fax/Modem Telephone Line
Adding Memory Modules or a Numeric coprocessor
Removing the Keyboard
7.Open the top cover
keyboard on top of the computer. Be careful not to strain or
WARNING
Be sure to ground yourself when you remove the keyboard
If you are not properly grounded, you could generate an
Installing a Memory Module
4.When the connector is firmly attached to the socket, insert and
tighten the screw on the left side of the module
lnstalling a Numeric Coprocessor
To install the coprocessor, follow these steps:
1. Remove the keyboard as described on page
Connecting Optional Devices
4-16Connecting Optional Devices
Replacing the Keyboard
4-18Connecting Optional Devices
Running Setup
Running Setup
Starting the Setup Program
5-2Running Setup
Automatically Configuing Your system
Changing the Basic Settings
changing the Custom Settings
5-6Running Setup
Changing the Power Management Settings
Changing the Password
Settings screen, you use the Change Text
specify the password
5-8Running Setup
4 . Type the same password again and press Enter. (This confirms
Appendix A
Troubleshooting
Troublseshooting A-1
A-2 Troubleshooting
Error Messages
If your computer does not start when you press the power button
If you replace the battery pack and the computer does not work
this battery until it reaches its maximum capacity
AC Adapter Problems
The LCD Screen is Blank
If the computer starts up but no image appears on the LCD screen
The Computer Lock Up
Troubleshooting A-7
Make sure the suspend/resume
switch is set to the left. The computer may just be suspended
Ctrl Break
4.Try pressing NumLock. If you don't see the NumLock light
the computer is probably locked up
Diskette Problems
Diskette Drive Problems
Hard Disk Problems
Software Problems
A-12 Troubleshooting
Trackball or Pointing Device Problems
Caution
CMOS Battery Problems
A-14 Troubleshooting
Fax/Modem
The internal fax/modem that may be installed in your ActionNote
Compatibility
Built-inCommand Set
AT Command Summary
AT Command Summary (continued)
Enables all result codes
Disable long space disconnect
&D1
1800 Hz guard tone in CCITT mode
B-6Fax/Modem
MNP Command Summary (continued)
Disable XON/XOFF pass through, but still process
Fax/Modem B-7
MNP
Recall user profile 1 at power up
Enable NMP5 data compression
AT Register Summary
Range
AT Register Summary (continued)
Fax/Modem B-9
Option Register
S14 Bit mapped configuration register
S22 Bit mapped configuration register
S23 Bit mapped configuration register
S27 Bit mapped configuration register
MNP Register Summary
S36 Negotiate failure treatment
S46 Protocol selection
S48 V.42 negotiation action
Result Code Summary
Specifications
Main Unit
Controllers and Connectors
Input Devices
Mass Storage
Display
Power Supply
Specifications C-3
Environmental Requirements
Power Source Requirements
120 volt power source requirements
240 volt power source requirements
Europe
Backlighting (or backlit)
COM1
CONFlG.SYS file
The speed which the CPU can execute commands. The Action Note
Graphics
LCD
Light Emmitting Diode. An indicator light such as those used for the
Local bus
Math coprocessor
Memory module
MHz
Numeric coprocessor
Passive matrix
Glossary
The physical device inside a disk drive that reads and records data on
the magnetic surface of a disk
To reload a computer's operating system so you can retry a task or
A standard serial interface. The ActionNote has a connector that lets
Setup
Timeout period
Index
Data communication software
Fax/modem
MNP command summary, B-6-8MNP register summary, B-12 on-linestate, B-3
option registers, B-10 result code summary, B-13 specifications, B-2
WinFax LlTE software, Intro-2, 4-10, B-1
Fn key
problems, A-13
MS-DOS
NiCad, NiMH battery pack
pack
see Battery pack(s)
SimulSCAN utility
password security, see Password timeout
Index
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