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POWER SAVING FEATURES

When configured for wireless operation, Bamboo uses a number of power saving features to conserve the tablet battery charge and improve performance.

Power saving mode

Tablet enters power saving mode after 2 minutes of no user input. The time

 

parameter can be adjusted in the Bamboo control panel. See battery and

 

wireless connection status.

 

Depending on your tablet model, wake from power saving mode by touching the

 

tablet, pressing an ExpressKey, or placing the pen in proximity.

 

 

Sleep mode

Tablet enters sleep mode:

 

• When there is no wireless connection for more than 4 seconds. For example,

 

you switch off the computer, move the tablet out of range, or unplug the

 

wireless receiver. To resume operations, correct any problem and ensure the

 

tablet is within range of your computer. Then press the power button on the

 

Wacom wireless module. See testing your tablet.

 

• After 30 minutes of no user input.

 

• When the battery level is extremely low. Recharge the battery immediately.

 

To wake from sleep mode, first press the power button on the wireless module.

 

Depending on your tablet model, touch the tablet surface with your finger or the

 

pen. Then move your finger or pen along the tablet to fully activate Bamboo.

 

To manually enter sleep mode, press the power button on the wireless module.

Conserve battery power by turning off the wireless module when you are done working.

Important: The tablet draws current from the battery whenever the wireless module is on. Even in sleep mode a very small trickle of current will continue to flow, leading to eventual battery discharge and possible failure. It is a good idea to charge the battery and turn off the wireless module before leaving the tablet unused for a number of days. See battery life information.

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