ViewSonic Computer Monitor V1250 User Manual

IMPORTANT!  
For all technical support issues, or if  
anything is missing as listed under  
Package Contents in this user guide, please  
contact ViewSonic before returning the  
product. See the Customer Support table in  
this guide for contact information.  
ViewSonic®  
Convertible Tablet PC V1250  
User Guide  
Microsoft® Windows XP  
Tablet PC Edition  
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Battery Pack ........................................................................... 20  
The Lithium-Ion Battery ....................................................... 20  
Charging the Battery and Charging Time ............................ 20  
Checking the Battery Level ................................................. 21  
Prolonging the Battery’s Life and Usage Cycles ................. 21  
Battery Warning .................................................................. 22  
Removing the Battery Pack ................................................. 23  
Windows XP Power Management .......................................... 24  
Power Saving Options ......................................................... 25  
Stand By Mode .................................................................... 25  
Save To Disk - Hibernate Mode .......................................... 25  
The Power On/Power Management Button ........................ 25  
Bridge Battery Feature ........................................................ 25  
Using your V1250  
Initial Setup ............................................................................. 26  
Booting up for the first time .................................................... 29  
Calibrating the touch screen ................................................... 30  
Connectivity ............................................................................ 31  
Modem ................................................................................ 31  
Ethernet ............................................................................... 31  
Wireless LAN ...................................................................... 32  
USB ..................................................................................... 33  
1394 Firewire ...................................................................... 33  
Expansion ............................................................................... 33  
PC Card .............................................................................. 33  
Multicard Slot ...................................................................... 33  
Upgrading the System Memory .............................................. 34  
Installing a New Memory Module ........................................ 34  
Security .................................................................................. 36  
Using the Security Lock ...................................................... 36  
Using Passwords ................................................................ 36  
Using Accessories  
Docking Station ...................................................................... 38  
Troubleshooting  
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Appendix  
Specifications ......................................................................... 54  
Customer Support .................................................................. 55  
Cleaning and Maintenance ..................................................... 56  
DISCLAIMER ...................................................................... 56  
Limited Warranty .................................................................... 57  
Safety Guidelines ................................................................... 58  
Compliance and Safety Notices ............................................. 59  
Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) Compliance ............... 59  
Safety Notices ........................................................................ 61  
Battery Safety Notice .......................................................... 61  
Lithium Battery Warning ...................................................... 61  
Power Supply Safety Notice ................................................ 61  
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Model Number:  
Document Number:  
Serial Number:  
Purchase Date:  
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VSMW27922-1W  
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Getting Started  
Congratulations on your purchase of a ViewSonic Convertible Tablet PC  
V1250. The V1250 is a fully functional PC with built-in LAN, and Wi-Fi  
TM  
wireless connectivity. With your V1250 you will be able to organize and access  
important business and personal information. In addition, you will be able to  
send and receive e-mail and access the Internet. This user guide will help you set  
up your V1250 and introduce you to its many features.  
Important! Save the original box and all packing material for future shipping.  
Package Contents  
If anything is missing in your Package Contents from the list below, or if you  
have any technical support issues, contact ViewSonic before returning the  
product. See the Customer Support table in this guide.  
• Tablet PC V1250  
• Battery Pack  
• Stylus and tip remover with 5  
replacement stylus tips  
• Recovery CD Package  
• Quick Start Guide  
• AC Adapter and Power Cord(s)  
• Carrying Case  
• User Guide on C:\V1250\UG  
Optional Accessories  
The Tablet PC V1250 offers a host of optional accessories on our web site to  
improve its use including the following:  
• Docking Station  
• Portfolio Bag  
• Additional SODIMM memory  
• External Firewire CD or DVD/CD-  
RW  
• Stylus  
• Additional Battery Pack  
Optional Warranties/Insurance  
3 year Extended Warranty  
1-3 year Accidental Damage Insurance  
For more information or to purchase accessories or Optional Warranties, go to  
the web site for ViewSonic listed in the Customer Support table in this user  
guide and click on Accessories.  
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Precautions  
• For best viewing conditions view the  
screen from a distance of 15" to 18".  
• Do not operate your V1250 outside in a  
wet, damp or extremely cold  
environment.  
• NEVER REMOVE THE REAR  
COVER. Your V1250 contains high  
voltage parts. You may suffer serious  
injury if you touch these parts.  
• Do not place heavy objects on the  
screen, video cable, or power cord.  
• If smoke, abnormal noise, or strange  
odor is present, immediately switch the  
V1250 off and call your dealer or  
ViewSonic.  
• Avoid exposing the screen to direct  
sunlight or another heat source. The  
screen should be facing away from  
direct sunlight to reduce glare.  
• Use only the AC/DC power adapter  
supplied with your V1250.  
• Always handle your V1250 with care;  
dropping your V1250 could void the  
warranty.  
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Knowing Your V1250  
V1250 Tour  
This section shows the following views of visible ports and buttons:  
Front View  
Back View  
Left View  
Bottom View  
Front View  
Open latch  
LCD Display  
Microphone  
Security Key  
(Ctrl-Alt-Del)  
Wireless  
On/Off  
Charging status  
Rotate  
Wireless ON/OFF  
Journal  
HD access  
Sleep  
Power  
Auto-brightness sensor  
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Back View  
DC IN  
VGA port  
Modem  
Ethernet  
USB  
USB  
Mic IN  
Audio OUT  
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Left View  
Stylus slot  
PC card slot  
SD Secure Disk, or  
MS Memory Stick slot, or  
MMC Multi Media Card  
IEEE 1394 Firewire  
Power ON latch  
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Bottom View  
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Batt  
ch  
Lat  
Battery Pack  
Compartment  
Screw  
Memory  
Expansion  
Slot  
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d Dri  
Har  
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n Sl  
ansio  
Exp  
Docking Station  
Port Connection  
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Converting to a Tablet  
To convert the V1250 to a tablet, do the following.  
1. Push in and slide the latch to the left while gently opening the  
display screen. Open the display to a vertical position as  
shown below.  
2. Turn the display screen clockwise around in a half circle until  
you see the back of the display.  
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3. Press and slide the latch to the right.  
4. Align the two white marks shown below as you close the  
display flat against the keyboard and the tablet clicks into  
place.  
5. Now you have a Tablet PC. For more information on using the  
Tablet PC, see the V1250 User Guide.  
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Performance Features  
High Performance Processor  
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The V1250 is equipped with a Mobile Intel Pentium M Processor.  
Intel 855 GM with 400 MHz Processor Side Bus. Meets Intel  
Centrino convertible tablet platform criteria with 12.1 LCD and  
EM type digitizer.  
Convert to PC  
Innovative and patented convertible notebook-to-tablet PC design.  
Input  
Supports inking and pen input for easy note-taking, form-filling,  
and e-book application. BIOS-level signature verification (written  
password) for security.  
Memory  
The V1250 is equipped with a fast SO-DIMM DDR SDRAM.  
Advanced Graphic Engine  
The V1250 comes with an integrated Intel video processor for high  
performance graphics.  
Expandability  
The system offers one SO-DIMM slot for memory expansion,  
allowing users to easily increase the system’s capacity as the need  
arises.  
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Bright LCD Touch-screen Display  
The system is equipped with 12.1 inch TFT XVGA touch-screen  
display panel for clear text and brilliant colors. Built-in light  
sensor for auto-adjustment of LCD brightness to save battery life.  
Wireless LAN, Fast Ethernet and Modem  
Connectivity  
For network access capability, the V1250 provides a built-in Wi-Fi  
LAN adapter, a Fast Ethernet adapter, and a 56K modem.  
Internal Antenna  
The built-in wireless LAN antenna is used to transmit and receive  
data from a WiFi access point.  
Additional Expansion and Connectivity  
The V1250 offers a full array of I/O ports including two Universal  
Serial Bus (USB) ports, microphone and audio out jacks, external  
VGA port, Firewire port, and a multi-pin connector for the  
optional Tablet PC Docking Station. The V1250 also includes a  
Type II PC Card slot and a multi-card slot for additional  
expansion.  
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Software Included  
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• Windows XP Tablet PC Edition which includes:  
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• Microsoft Internet Explorer  
• Microsoft Outlook Express  
• Microsoft Windows Media Player  
• Adobe Acrobat Reader  
• Microsoft eBook Reader  
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• Citrix ICA Client  
• Colligo Software – Eval  
• Franklin Planner – Eval  
• Alias Wavefront – Eval  
• Panda AntiVirus – Eval  
• Power One Finance Calculator  
• Zinio Reader – Eval  
Indicators – LED Status Indicators  
The LED Status Indicators on the top of the V1250 display the operating status  
of your V1250.  
The Power Indicator LED  
• Green Light - indicates that the unit is ON.  
• Light Off - indicates that the unit is OFF.  
The Hard Drive (HDD) Access LED  
• Flashing Green - indicates that the hard drive is being accessed.  
The Battery Charge Indicator LED  
• Red - indicates that the V1250 is charging.  
• Off - indicates that the battery is charged.  
The Standby Indicator LED  
• Green - indicates that the V1250 is charging.  
The Wireless Indicator LED  
• Green - indicates that Wireless LAN is on.  
• Off - indicates that Wireless LAN is off.  
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Using the Keyboard  
For more information, see the Special Keys – Function Table  
below.  
Function  
Help  
Hotkey  
Fn+F1  
Beep  
No  
Sleep  
Fn+F2  
Yes  
No  
Display Toggle  
Display On/Off  
Speaker On/Off  
Num Lock  
Fn+F3  
Fn+F4  
No  
Fn+F5  
No  
Fn+F11  
No  
Scroll Lock  
Fn+F12  
No  
Brightness Up  
Brightness Down  
Volume Up  
Fn+Right Cursor  
Fn+Left Cursor  
Fn+Up Cursor  
Fn+Down Cursor  
No  
No  
No  
Volume Down  
No  
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Using the Touch Pad  
The Touch pad shown below acts like a mouse with special control keys.  
Switch between applications  
Escape  
Scroll up/down, & push to Enter  
Open Internet  
Right click - context menu  
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Storage  
Hard Disk Drive  
Your V1250 offers a user-removable Hard Disk Drive. To replace,  
do the following:  
1 Using a medium-size screwdriver, remove the screw holding the HD  
Bay cover.  
2 Carefully remove the cover to expose the Hard Drive then slow pull it  
out using the plastic tab provided.  
3 Remove the two screws holding the Hard Drive holder.  
4 Install the Hard Drive holder to the new hard drive and replace the  
screws.  
5 Replace the HD Bay cover and re-install the screw.  
Optical Disk Drive  
Your V1250 offers an Optical Disk Drive (Optional – see  
additional Accessories) which you can use to load and run files  
from a Compact Disc. For more functionality, you can opt for the  
DVD/CDRW Combo ODD which supports CD Burning and DVD  
media.  
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Display  
Your V1250 uses a high performance 12.1-inch active matrix TFT panel that  
will display millions of colors at 1024 x 768 resolution.  
Caution: Do not place heavy objects on the LCD panel. Doing so may damage  
the display.  
Extending the Life of the TFT Display Device  
Observe the following guidelines to maximize the life of the display.  
1 Set the Brightness to the lowest comfortable setting.  
2 When working at your desk, connect your V1250 to an external monitor and  
disable the internal display.  
3 If you are using AC power and have no external monitor attached, change to  
Suspend Mode when not in use.  
Adjusting the Display Brightness  
To increase the brightness, press the Function key [Fn] and the right arrow [ ].  
To decrease brightness, press [Fn] and the left arrow key [  
]
Automatic Brightness  
You can set your V1250 to have the brightness automatically adjust according to  
the illumination of the environment you are in. This is very useful when using  
the V1250 as a tablet and you have no access to the keys for Brightness  
Adjustment.  
To set your V1250 to enable Automatic Brightness:  
1 Click on Start->Control Panel->Display. If you do not see the Display Icon,  
click Switch to Classic View located on the top left corner of the Control  
Panel window.  
2 Click on Settings then click the Advanced Tab.  
3 Click on the Screen Rotation tab and select Auto Change by Light Sensor.  
See screen shot below.  
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4 Click Apply or OK.  
Screen Rotation  
To rotate the screen from Portrait to Landscape mode or vice versa, press the  
Rotate button ( ) on the Tablet PC. See the Front View shown earlier in this  
user guide.  
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XP Control Panels  
Your V1250 running on XP has two ways to view the Control Panel as shown  
below: the Category View and the Classic View.  
Click here to  
switch to  
Classic View  
Click here to  
switch to  
Category View  
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Audio  
Adjusting the Audio  
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Adjust Windows audio features by pressing [Fn] on your keyboard and the up  
key [ ] or [Fn] and the down key [ ]. Or, from the speaker symbol in the task  
bar or the control panel. For more information on keyboard shortcuts including  
Mute audio, see the Special Function Key table.  
Audio mute [F5] key  
Audio up [ ] key  
[Fn] Function key  
Audio down [ ] key  
Built-in Speakers  
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Battery Pack  
The Lithium-Ion Battery  
Your V1250 uses a removable Lithium-Ion battery pack that provides power  
when you don’t have access to an AC outlet.  
Handling Tips  
• Do not touch the metal ends of the battery connector.  
• Do not expose battery packs to temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit (0  
degree Celsius) or above 140 degrees Fahrenheit (60 degrees Celsius). Doing  
so may adversely affect the battery pack.  
Charging the Battery and Charging Time  
CAUTION  
Before using the V1250 for the first  
time, leave the unit turned off while  
charging the battery fully for up to  
2.5 hours. Failure to fully charge  
the battery before using the V1250  
may adversely impact the battery’s  
overall life.  
With the battery pack connected to the V1250, plug the AC adapter  
into the V1250 and into an electrical outlet as shown in the Quick  
Start Guide.  
The battery continues to charge while you use the V1250 if the unit  
is plugged into an AC outlet. When the battery is fully charged, the  
battery charge indicator is off.  
IMPORTANT: Be sure to reserve adequate charge time before  
traveling.  
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Checking the Battery Level  
You can check the remaining battery  
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power in the Windows battery status  
indicator located at the lower right-hand  
corner of the task tray as shown on the  
right.  
The Battery Status icon only appears in the task tray while the unit  
is running on battery power but not while the unit is running off an  
external power source through the AC Adapter.  
You can also access the power meter by clicking the Power  
Options icon in the Windows Control Panel.  
Prolonging the Battery’s Life and Usage Cycles  
There are ways to prolong the useful life of the battery.  
• Store the battery pack at room temperature. Higher  
temperatures tend to deplete battery power at a faster rate.  
• Make good use of the power management function. Save To  
Disk saves the most energy by storing current system contents  
in a hard disk space reserved for this function.  
• Disable the parallel and serial ports if no devices are attached.  
• Eject any PC Card from the card slot when not in use. Even  
when an inserted PC Card is not in operation, it still draws a  
small amount of power.  
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Battery Warning  
Low Battery Warning  
The low battery condition occurs when the Battery Power falls to  
6%. At this point, a Warning Bubble appears from the task tray  
along with a short beep as a reminder.  
Critical Battery Warning  
The Critical Battery Warning occurs when the Battery Power falls  
to 3%. At this point, a Warning Bubble appears on the Task Tray  
along with a short beep.  
IMPORTANT: If the V1250 warns of its Critical Battery  
condition, save your current work immediately or plug in the  
supplied AC Adapter.  
IMPORTANT: In Standby or Suspend Mode, a fully charged  
battery loses its power in roughly 72 hours. When kept in Storage  
unattached to the unit, the Battery Power will deplete in about  
30~60 days.  
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Removing the Battery Pack  
To remove the Battery Pack  
1 Lay the Tablet PC face down on a soft flat surface such as a  
towel on a table top. CAUTION: Do not scratch the LCD  
display screen.  
2 Slide the Battery Latch to the left as shown below. Put your  
thumb in the Battery thumb hole and pull the Battery Pack out.  
Battery latch  
Battery thumb  
hole  
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Windows XP Power Management  
In addition to the V1250’s built-in power management BIOS  
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utility, Windows XP also offers a similar power management  
feature. To access this feature, click the Windows Start button >  
Control Panel > Performance and Maintenance > Power Options.  
The Power Options Properties screen appears as shown below.  
The Windows power management allows you to enter time-out  
values for the display and hard disk. You can also have your  
V1250 automatically enter a standby mode or shut itself down in  
the event of low or critical battery power. For more information on  
the power saving features, consult the Windows manual or on-line  
help.  
Note: The V1250’s BIOS supports Windows APM and ACPI modes. This  
illustration shows the Windows ACPI dialogue box. Consult a Windows manual  
on how to use Windows ACPI settings or for more information on how to use  
the Windows power management functions.  
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Power Saving Options  
When battery power reaches critical low (3% remaining), the system enters  
either one of the two power saving modes:  
• Stand By mode  
• Hibernate Mode - Save To Disk  
Stand By Mode  
In Stand By mode, hardware devices, such as display panel and hard disk, are  
turned off to conserve energy. Click Start > select Turn Off Computer > click  
Stand By. To use the V1250 again, press the Power On button.  
Save To Disk - Hibernate Mode  
In this mode, all system data is saved to the hard disk before powering down.  
When in the hibernate mode, very little power is drawn from the battery.  
To enable the hibernation function, click Start > Control Panel > Performance  
and Maintenance > Power Options > Hibernate Option > OK under the Enable  
Hibernation option.  
The Power On/Power Management Button  
The V1250 power On/Off button serves two functions: to turn the unit on and to  
put the unit in Stand By (system power management). To turn the V1250 on,  
slide the power On button.  
To put the V1250 in Stand By do one of the following:  
• Slide the power button. If the On button is not set up to Stand By, click the  
Windows Start button > Control Panel > Power Options > Advanced. Under  
the Running on batteries column, select the time you want before the unit goes  
into Stand By.  
• Click Start > Turn Off > Stand By.  
• Press Fn and F2 on your keyboard.  
To wake up the system from Stand By, slide the Power On button.  
Bridge Battery Feature  
You can change battery packs on the V1250 without shutting the unit off and  
preserving the current date. Place the system on Stand By (Start > Shut down >  
Stand By). Make sure that the Standby LED is on. You can now replace the  
battery pack without losing any data.  
IMPORTANT: You only have five (5) minutes to change the battery pack.  
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Using your V1250  
Initial Setup  
1 Charge the battery  
With the V1250 still turned off, let the battery fully charge the first  
time for up to 2.5 hours. Open the unit as shown in the one-page  
insert that came in the package.  
Caution: The battery’s overall life may be impacted if the battery  
is not fully charged before using the V1250.  
(1) Align the notches in the battery compartment as shown  
below.  
(2) Gently press the battery down into the battery  
compartment until it clicks into place. Then slide the  
battery latch into the lock position.  
Battery latch  
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2 Connect the power cord  
(1) With the V1250 turned off, plug AC/DC Adapter to the  
Power Port on the back of the Tablet PC.  
(2) Plug in Power Cord to AC/DC Adapter.  
(3) Plug the power cord into an AC wall outlet.  
3
AC Plug  
LED  
1
DC-IN  
Connector  
2
AC Adapter  
AC Power Cable  
AC Adapter  
DC-IN Connector  
The DC-in connector inserts into the power jack on the  
V1250.  
LED  
The LED light on the top of the adapter appears green  
when the V1250 is plugged into an AC power source.  
AC Adapter  
AC Plug  
The adapter converts alternating current (AC) into  
direct current (DC) for the V1250.  
The AC plug plugs into an AC wall outlet.  
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3 Turn the V1250 on  
Slide the Power ON button.  
Slide the power on button once to turn the unit on. If the unit is  
already on, then sliding the button powers the unit off.  
When the V1250 is plugged into an AC power outlet, the  
battery charges as you use the V1250. For more information,  
see the Battery Power and Management section and Connecting  
the Battery section in the user guide.  
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Booting up for the first time  
To get started with your V1250, do any or all of the following:  
1 To familiarize yourself with the features and parts of the  
V1250, see the V1250 Features section in this guide.  
2 For more information on using the V1250, click on Start > All  
Programs > Tablet PC > Tablet PC Tutorials, or  
3 Go to Microsoft Help.  
4 To see the User Guide, go to your hard drive on C:\V1250\UG.  
5 The first time you use the V1250, the screen guides you through  
the Microsoft Windows XP Tablet PC Edition setup  
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Calibrating the touch screen  
Although your touch screen is already factory-calibrated, there may be times  
when the V1250 screen will need to be recalibrated for higher accuracy.  
The touch screen is a thin membrane on top of the LCD display that responds to  
mechanical pressure on the screen’s surface. The cursor on the screen is  
controlled using the stylus. If you notice the stylus tip touch-point not matching  
up with the cursor, you can recalibrate the touch screen.  
1 Click the Windows Start button > Control Panel > Switch to Classic View >  
Tablet and Pen Settings. Under the Settings tab, click Calibrate and follow  
the on-screen instructions shown below.  
2 Click the stylus in the middle of the crosshairs. The crosshairs move to  
another location on-screen.  
3 Click the stylus in the middle of the crosshairs again. Repeat this exercise  
several times until the screen returns to the Calibration Applet.  
4 Click OK, OK, and close the control panel. The recalibration takes place  
immediately upon exiting the application. No need to restart the V1250.  
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Connectivity  
For information on the ports, see the previous sections on the Back  
View and Side View.  
Modem  
Your V1250 comes equipped with a 56 Kbps V.90 internal fax/  
modem. This enables you to access networks and to send and  
receive e-mail through a standard telephone line.  
Connecting the Modem  
1 Plug one end of the phone line into the modem port located on  
the back of the V1250. See the figure of the Back View in this  
user guide.  
2 Plug the other end of the line into an analog phone wall outlet.  
Warning: The internal modem is intended for use on an analog  
phone line, also called a POTS (Plain Old Telephone Service) line.  
This modem cannot be connected directly to a digital telephone  
line such as those commonly found in a business office. You can  
obtain an analog converter compatible with your digital phone  
line.  
Ethernet  
Fast Ethernet Network Adapter  
The V1250 is equipped with a 10/100BASE-T Ethernet network  
adapter. This allows you to access and transmit data in a local area  
network.  
Connect to the Network  
1 Connect one end of the network cable into the Fast Ethernet  
Port (located on the side of the V1250) until the connector  
snaps securely into the port.  
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2 Connect the other end of the cable to either an Ethernet outlet  
jack or to an RJ-45 port on a UTP concentrator or hub in the  
network.  
Cabling Restrictions for Networks  
The following restrictions should be observed for 100BASE-T  
networks:  
• The maximum cable run length should be 100 meters (328 feet).  
• For 100 Mbps operation, use Category 5 wiring and connections.  
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Consult a Windows manual for the software installation,  
configuration, and operation of the network.  
Wireless LAN  
Wi-Fi LAN Adapter  
Your new V1250 comes with a built-in Wireless LAN adapter. This allows you  
to access and transmit data wirelessly to an access point. Consult your network  
administrator for instructions on connecting your wireless adapter to the  
network.  
Your V1250 is equipped with a Built in Wireless Network adapter. Follow the  
steps below to set up your wireless connection or contact your network  
administrator for assistance.  
1 Click on Start->Connect to->Wireless Network Connection  
2 If this is the first time, a Window will be displayed that shows all available  
networks. Choose the network name desired and enter the network key on  
the 2 fields provided (leave blank if network is not encrypted). Click  
Connect.  
3 If there is already a network configured and you want to add more, do  
Step#1 and a Wireless Connection Status will pop up.  
4 Click on Properties and then click the Wireless Networks Tab.  
5 If you see the network you want to add on the Available Networks window,  
click that connection and then Configure. Enter the Network Key and other  
information if necessary, and then click Okay.  
6 If you do not see your network, click Add and enter the necessary  
information including the Network Name and Keys, and then click Okay.  
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USB  
Your V1250 offers 2 High Speed USB 2.0 ports that allows you to  
connect USB compliant devices such as Mice, Keyboards,  
Cameras, External Hard/Optical Drives, etc.  
1394 Firewire  
Your V1250 has a 1394 Firewire port that allows you to connect  
IEEE 1394 compliant devices like Digital Video Cameras,  
External Hard/Optical Drives, etc.  
Expansion  
PC Card  
The V1250 offers a Type II PC card slot that supports CardBus and  
PCMCIA compliant devices.  
To use the slot, press the ejector button to remove the dummy card  
first, and then insert the PC Card until it locks into place. To  
remove the PC Card, press the ejector button and pull the card out  
slowly.  
Multicard Slot  
This slot supports Secure Disk (SD), Memory Stick (MS), and  
Multimedia Card (MMC) memory cards.  
To use the slot, remove the dummy card first by pressing it and  
pulling it out slowly. Then insert the SD/MS/MMC card until it  
locks into place. To remove, press the card again to eject, and then  
pull to remove.  
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Upgrading the System Memory  
Many applications will run faster when the system’s memory  
capacity is increased. The V1250 provides one expansion socket  
located on the back of the system. You can increase memory by  
adding a Small Outline Dual In-line Memory Module, commonly  
known as a SODIMM. Module capacity can be 256 MB or 512  
MB.  
Note: Your V1250 has been tested with a wide range of memory  
products on the market. However, not all memory modules are  
compatible. Go to www.viewsonic.com for a list of compatible  
V1250 modules.  
Installing a New Memory Module  
Upgrading the V1250 memory is a delicate process. Please  
observe the following instructions carefully or have a qualified  
technician install memory for you. Damages due to mishandling  
during this procedure are NOT covered by the manufacturer’s  
warranty.  
Warning:  
Changing memory while your computer is in suspend mode or in  
power-saving mode may cause permanent damage to the V1250.  
Make sure you turn off the power, unplug the AC cord, and remove  
the battery before proceeding with a memory upgrade.  
Do not touch a memory module’s metallic contact edge to avoid  
possible damage from an electrostatic discharge.  
To Install a New Module  
1 Power OFF the V1250. Unplug the AC cord and all cables/devices attached  
to the system. Remove the battery pack. For more information, see the  
section Removing the Battery Pack.  
2 Place your hand on a large metal object momentarily to discharge any static  
electricity.  
3 Place the V1250 face-down on a soft flat surface. CAUTION: do not scratch  
the LCD display screen or the lid cover.  
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4 Locate the memory expansion slot cover on the back of the Tablet PC shown  
below. Remove the screw. Lift the memory door off the system.  
Attention: Notice the notch on the extracted module. The notch’s  
off-center placement allows the module to fit into the socket only  
in one orientation. The replacement module will be similarly  
notched to help you place it properly into its slot.  
To install the new module, place it into the memory socket. The  
module will only fit in one orientation. Insert the module at an  
angle of approximately 30 degrees into the empty memory socket.  
Then press it firmly so that the contact edge is driven fully into the  
receiving socket.  
Pivot the module until the latches on both sides of the socket snap  
into place. (You will feel it solidly click into place.)  
Replace the Memory Slot Cover and the Screw. You have now  
completed the memory upgrade.  
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Security  
IMPORTANT! It is highly recommended that both Numeric and  
Written passwords are set up.  
Using the Security Lock  
Use a standard Kensington lock.  
Using Passwords  
Using Passwords in Windows  
You can setup Windows XP to enable the password protection  
feature:  
1 Click on Start->Control Panel->User Accounts  
2 Click on your User Name and then click on Create a Password.  
3 Follow the directions on screen and click create password. Your Windows  
account is now password protected.  
Using BIOS Level Password Security  
Before you set up the BIOS level Security, it is recommended that  
the touch screen be calibrated first. To do this, follow these steps:  
1 Turn the V1250 ON. When the ViewSonic Bird Logo appears on screen, tap  
the screen using the stylus.  
2 On the drop down menu, select Pen Calibration and follow the oon screen  
instructions.  
3 Setting up a numeric password  
a. Turn the V1250 ON and then tap on the screen using the stylus when the  
ViewSonic Bird Logo comes up.  
b. On the drop down menu, select Change Password.  
c. Select Numeric Password.  
d. Using your stylus, tap the numeric key pad on the screen to enter your  
desired Password on the NEW field. Do the same thing on the Confirm  
Field.  
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e. Click OK. Your BIOS level numeric password is now set.  
4 Setting up a Signature Password  
a. Turn the V1250 ON and then tap on the screen using the stylus when the  
ViewSonic Bird Logo comes up.  
b. On the drop down menu, select Change Password.  
c. Select Written Password.  
d. Using your Stylus, enter your signature and click Learn. Do this 5 times.  
e. Your Signature Authentication is now set.  
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Using Accessories  
Accessories are optional and can be purchased through our website  
or an authorized retailer.  
Docking Station  
AC Power Adapter with power cord(s)  
Tablet PC Docking Station  
(depends on region where purchased)  
1 Connect the AC Power Adapter  
The Docking Station allows you to run your Tablet PC from a  
standard AC power outlet. Connect the AC adapter and power  
cord as shown below.  
Docking Station - Back View  
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2 Connect peripheral devices  
The Tablet PC Dock adds one-touch access to common  
computer peripherals, network connectivity, integrated CD-  
ROM and AC adapter. For more information see the User  
Guide that came with your Tablet PC.  
Kensington  
Audio OUT (green)  
Slot  
Mic IN (blue)  
AC Power DC-IN  
IEEE1394  
USB  
USB  
USB  
VGA 15-pin  
Ethernet  
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4 Dock the Tablet PC  
Set the Tablet PC down on the Docking Station aligning with  
the four guides shown below. Press the Tablet down onto the  
docking station until it clicks into place.  
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5 Recharge the spare battery  
Slide the battery into the Docking Station.  
Usage  
Charge LED  
Status  
Battery  
Charged  
System  
(low)  
OFF  
System  
Battery  
Ext. battery  
(low)  
ON (charging)  
OFF (Full)  
Ext. Battery  
System (low  
+ Ext.  
Battery  
(low)  
OFF (charging  
system)  
ON (charging  
ext. battery  
OFF (both full)  
System  
Battery will  
charge first to  
full then  
switch to the  
Ext. Battery  
Notes: The  
System  
Battery has  
priority over  
the External  
Battery  
6 Press the release button with your thumb  
To un-dock the Tablet PC from the Docking Station, press your  
thumb on the release button until the unit disengages.  
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Troubleshooting  
An Initial  
Check List  
Check out  
these items  
first:  
Check to see if the problem persists  
when all the external devices are  
removed.  
Check to see that the green light  
indicator on the AC adapter is lit.  
Check to see that the power cords  
are completely and firmly plugged to  
the wall outlet and to the V1250.  
Check to see that the V1250 power  
indicator is on.  
Check for any incorrect or loose  
cable connections. Make sure the  
latches on the connectors catch  
securely at their receptacles.  
If an external device such as a USB  
CD-ROM drive, scanner, or printer  
does not function correctly when  
connected, there might be a problem  
with the device. Consult the device’s  
manufacturer first.  
Some software issues may be  
resolved by contacting the software  
vendor directly.  
Not all peripherals are plug-and-  
play. You may need to restart the  
system with these devices powered  
up and connected beforehand.  
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Audio  
Problems  
Speaker - no • The Audio-output may have been  
set to mute. Double-click the  
output  
speaker icon in the task tray to see  
if the speaker has been muted.  
• Most audio problems are software-  
related.  
Sound  
cannot be  
recorded  
Check the Mute Setting - Double-  
click the speaker icon on the lower  
right corner of the task tray to see if  
the microphone might have been  
muted.  
1 From the Volume Control screen,  
click Options and select  
Properties.  
2 Select Recording and click OK.  
3 After clicking the OK button, the  
recording volume control panel  
appears. Review the settings to  
make sure that the Mute option  
has not been selected.  
Hard Disk  
Problems  
Spin  
If hard disk drive does not spin it  
may need to be serviced or  
replaced:  
• Check the hard disk indicator LED  
to confirm a lack of spinning. Open  
a file. The LED lamp should light  
up momentarily as a file is  
accessed. If the file does not open  
and the light LED does not light,  
there may be a hard disk spin  
problem.  
• Recall if your V1250 has been  
subjected to static electricity or  
physical shock. If so, you may have  
damaged the disk drive.  
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Abnormal  
Sounds  
If the hard drive is making abnormal  
whining noises:  
• Archive files or programs that you  
no longer use by moving them to  
an alternate storage medium  
(floppy disk, optical recordable  
disk, tape, etc.) or uninstall  
programs that are no longer used.  
• Many browsers store files on the  
hard drive as a cache to speed up  
the performance. Check the  
program’s Online Help for  
instructions on decreasing the  
cache size or on removing  
temporary Internet files.  
Empty the Recycle Bin frequently  
to maintain the availability of  
usable disk space. When you  
move files to the Recycle Bin,  
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Windows does not actually delete  
them until you act to empty the bin.  
To delete the files in the Recycle  
Bin, double-click the desktop  
Recycle Bin icon > File > Empty  
Recycle Bin.  
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Drive is Full  
If the hard  
disk drive  
has reached  
• Archive files or programs that you  
no longer use by moving them to  
an alternate storage medium  
(floppy disk, optical recordable  
disk, tape, etc.) or uninstall  
its capacity:  
programs that are no longer used.  
• Many browsers store files on the  
hard drive as a cache to speed up  
the performance. Check the  
program’s Online Help for  
instructions on decreasing the  
cache size or on removing  
temporary Internet files.  
Empty the Recycle Bin frequently  
to maintain the availability of  
usable disk space. When you  
move files to the Recycle Bin,  
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Windows does not actually delete  
them until you act to empty the bin.  
To delete the files in the Recycle  
Bin, double-click the desktop  
Recycle Bin icon > File > Empty  
Recycle Bin.  
Drive is Slow If the hard  
disk takes  
If you have been using the drive for a  
long time, the files may become  
fragmented. To correct potential file  
fragmentation, go to Start > All  
Programs > Accessories > System  
Tools > Disk Defragmenter to  
longer to  
read a file:  
perform a disk defragmentation.  
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Display  
Problems  
If the display panel remains blank  
(black) when the system is turned  
on:  
Make sure the V1250 is not in the  
power saving mode (Stand By). In  
these modes, the display is turned  
off to conserve energy but not the  
system. A steady green Power LED  
shows that the system is on but the  
display is in stand by.  
To wake up the system, press the  
power button. For more information,  
see The Power On/Power  
Management Button section.  
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Screen is  
Difficult to  
Read  
The display resolution should be set  
to 800 x 600 for optimal viewing. If  
an external monitor is connected,  
you can change the resolution from  
the Category View or the Classic  
View. See the section XP Control  
Panels about both views.  
From the Classic View  
1 Click Start > click Control Panel >  
double-click the Display icon.  
The Display Properties screen  
appears.  
2 Click the Settings tab >  
Advanced > Adapter tab > List All  
Modes. Select a resolution > click  
OK three times. Exit Control  
Panel.  
From the Category View  
1 Click Start > Control Panel >  
under Pick a category, click  
Appearance and Themes >  
Change the screen resolution >  
Settings tab > Advanced >  
Adapter tab > click List of Modes.  
A list of screen resolutions  
appears.  
2 Select a resolution from the list >  
click OK three times. Exit  
Appearance and Themes.  
The Screen  
Flickers  
It is normal for the display to flicker a  
few times during powering up and  
shutting down operations.  
Bios  
Problems  
CMOS  
Checksum  
Failure  
If a message, CMOS Checksum  
Failure, displays during the booting  
process:  
Message  
• Contact ViewSonic Customer  
Support. See the Customer  
Support section in the manual.  
• The life of the CMOS battery varies  
from between three to five years  
depending on usage.  
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Memory  
Problems  
Increased  
Memory is  
not  
If the boot up screen does not show  
additional memory installed:  
Certain brands of memory module  
may not be compatible with your  
system. Go to  
Recognized  
www.viewsonic.com for a list of  
compatible SODIMM.  
• The memory module may not have  
been installed properly. Go back to  
the memory section to review the  
details of this operation.  
• The memory module may be  
defective.  
Insufficient  
Memory  
Error  
If the OS issues an insufficient  
memory error message during  
operation:  
Message  
• This is often a software or  
Windows -related problem.  
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• Close any application programs  
you’re not using. This may free up  
some allocated memory.  
• You may need to install an  
additional memory module. For  
instructions, go to the section on  
upgrading memory.  
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Modem  
Problems  
Connection  
Difficulties  
• Be sure to disable Call Waiting.  
• Excessive line noise might cause  
the connection to be dropped. To  
check line noise, put the regular  
phone handset on the line and  
place a phone call. If you do hear  
abnormal noise, try to make the  
modem connection with a different  
line or contact your local telephone  
company for service.  
• Make sure the RJ-11 cable (the  
one that goes from the modem to  
the telephone line) is firmly  
connected to the modem's RJ-11  
jack and to the telephone line  
socket.  
• Try a different phone line to see if  
the problem persists.  
• Be sure the line has a dial tone.  
Network  
Adapter  
Problems  
Adapter  
Nonresponsi  
ve  
If the Ethernet Adapter does not  
seem to work:  
• Make sure the physical  
connections on both ends of the  
cable are good.  
• The hub or concentrator may not  
be working properly. Check to see  
if other workstations connected to  
the same hub or concentrator are  
working.  
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100 Mbps  
Mode  
Nonresponsi  
ve  
If the Ethernet adapter does not  
appear to operate in the 100 Mbps  
transmission mode:  
• Make sure the hub you are using  
supports 100 Mbps operation.  
• Make sure that your RJ-45 cable  
meets the 100BASE-T  
requirements.  
• Make sure the Ethernet cable is  
connected to the hub socket that  
supports 100BASE-T mode, not  
10BASE-T. The hub may have  
both 10BASE-T and 100BASE-T  
sockets.  
PC Card  
Problems  
PC Cards  
(SD/MS Slot)  
do not  
• Make sure you have properly  
installed the driver for the card.  
• Make sure the card is properly  
seated.  
Function  
• Consult the card’s manual or  
contact the vendor for  
troubleshooting.  
PC Card not  
Recognized  
• Remove and insert the PC Card  
again.  
• Make sure there is no IRQ  
(interrupt request) conflict with the  
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card. See Windows on-line help  
for solving IRQ conflicts.  
• Reboot the V1250 to see if the  
problem persists.  
• The card may be defective. Try the  
card on another system, if  
possible.  
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PC Card  
Removal  
Locks Up  
Windows  
If Windows Crashes or Freezes after  
removing the PC Card:  
Make sure the PC Card is not in use  
before removing it. Click on the PC  
Card icon at the lower right corner of  
the task tray, select the card you  
wish to stop, then click OK. In a few  
seconds, Windows will prompt you to  
remove the card.  
Performance Overheating  
If the V1250 becomes hot:  
Problems  
• In a high temperature operating  
environment, 95 degrees  
Fahrenheit (35 degrees Celsius) or  
more, the V1250’s case bottom  
can reach 120 degrees Fahrenheit  
(49 degrees Celsius).  
• Make sure the air vents are not  
blocked.  
• Certain programs that are  
processor-intensive may increase  
the V1250’s temperature to the  
point that the V1250 automatically  
slows down its CPU clock to  
protect itself from thermal damage.  
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Program  
Slowing  
If the  
Press the Security Key button  
(CTRL+ALT+DEL) then click on  
the Task Manager to see if the  
application is still responding.  
program  
appears  
stopped or  
runs very  
slowly:  
• Restart the V1250.  
• This may be normal for Windows  
when it is processing other CPU-  
intensive programs in the  
background.  
• You may be running too many  
applications. Try to close some  
applications or increase available  
system memory for higher  
performance.  
• The processor may have  
overheated due to the system’s  
inability to regulate its internal heat.  
Make sure the V1250’s ventilation  
grills are not blocked.  
Power, Start, Power Down The V1250 powers down as soon as  
and Battery  
Problems  
on Startup  
it is powered on:  
Battery power may be extremely low.  
The circuitry prevents a complete  
power drain, which is not intended  
for Lithium Ion batteries. Use the  
power adapter to charge it for  
several hours before trying again.  
Diminishing  
Battery Life  
The battery life gets shorter and  
shorter:  
• The battery has a finite life of about  
500 charge cycles. If your battery is  
over one or two years old, it may  
be time to have it replaced.  
• Try a higher power saving setting  
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in the BIOS or in Windows Power  
Management.  
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Recharge  
Failure  
The battery does not charge:  
• Make sure the AC adapter is  
plugged into a working power  
source.  
• The battery charge indicator LED  
on the V1250 should be lit when  
you plug in the AC adapter.  
• Make sure the battery module is  
fully inserted in its bay and that the  
battery latch is in its locked  
position.  
• If the battery is operating at a very  
high temperature, it may not accept  
a charge.  
Sleep Mode  
The screen does not come out of  
sleep mode.  
• Tap the mouse pad with the stylus.  
• Slide the power on switch once.  
Twice will turn the unit on again.  
Printing  
Problems  
Screen Print  
Failure  
The printer does not print what is on  
the screen:  
• If the printer prints strange  
symbols, this can be the result of  
garbage in the printer memory  
buffer cache. Call off all the printer  
tasks then toggle off the printer  
power switch to clear up the  
memory buffer. Turn the printer  
back online and attempt to print  
again.  
• Make sure you have installed the  
correct printer driver.  
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Appendix  
Specifications  
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Processor  
Processor  
Mobile Intel Pentium M Processor 1GHz ULV or  
higher: 1MB Level 2 Cache on die  
Core Logic Chipset  
Intel 855GM with 400 MHz Processor Side Bus and  
ICH4 Southbridge  
Meets Intel Centrino Platform criteria  
Storage Capacity  
System Memory  
Hard Disk Drive  
Memory Type  
30GB or higher Enhance-IDE Hard Disk drive  
Patented HDD Shock Protection Design  
Optional External Combo Optical Drive  
IEEE1394 Compliant  
SDRAM PC2100/PC2700 2.5V (installed)  
2 DDR Sockets (1 available)  
Expandable up to 1024MB  
Microsoft Windows® XP Tablet PC Edition  
Operating System  
LCD  
Display Panel  
12.1” TFT color LCD  
1024xz 768 @ 16 Millions of colors  
LCD-rotate feature converting Notebook to Tablet  
Graphics  
Multimonitor  
Display  
Embedded in Intel 855 GM chipset  
Enhanced 3D/2D Graphics Core  
Simultaneous LCD & CRT Display with Dual View  
Support  
Wireless LAN  
Modem  
Wireless  
Connectivity  
Intel 2100 802.11b Wireless LAN  
2.4 high sensitivity antenna  
Wired Connectivity  
Built-in V92 56 Kbps modem with International PTT  
certification  
Built-in 10/100 BASE-T LAN  
Audio  
SB-Pro and MS-Sound System compatible  
Built-in microphone  
I/O Ports  
One RJ-11 jack for Data/Fax Modem  
One RJ-45 jack for 10/100 BASE-T LAN  
One DC-in jack for AC adapter  
One VGA port for External Display  
One Line/Mic Input jack  
One Line-out/Headphone jack  
Two USB 2.0 Ports  
One IEEE 1394 port (Firewire)  
Docking Connector  
Expansion slots  
Power  
One CardBus Type II Slot  
One Expansion multi-card Slot  
28W-Hr Standard Li-Lon Battery Pack  
1.5 hour Rapid Charge (unit off); 2.5 hour charge in-  
use  
50W Slim AC Adapter  
Physical  
Specifications  
Dimensions  
Weight  
278mm x 229mm x 25.7 /29.7mm  
(10.9” x 9.3” x 1” ~ 1.17”)  
4.0 lbs with Standard Battery Pack installed  
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Environmental  
Temperature  
Humidity  
Operating: 5° ~ 35°C (41°~ 95°F)  
Non-operating: -10° ~ 60°C (-4° ~140°F)  
Operating: 10% ~ 90%  
Non-operating: 10% ~ 90%  
Altitude  
Shock  
Operating: 0 ~ 3000m; Non-operating: 0 ~ 12,000m  
Operating: 25G/3ms; Non-operating: 180G/3ms  
Operating: 0.4G; Non-operating: 0.8G  
Vibration  
Note: Product Specifications are subject to change without notice.  
Customer Support  
For technical support or product service, see the table below or contact your  
reseller.  
NOTE: You will need the product serial number.  
Country/  
Region  
Web site  
T = Telephone Email  
F = FAX  
United States  
viewsonic.com  
T: (800) 688-6688  
vstech@  
F: (909) 468-1202 viewsonic.com  
Canada  
viewsonic.com/  
support  
T: (800) 688-6688  
F: (909) 468-1202 viewsonic.com  
service.ca@  
United Kingdom  
viewsoniceurope.com T: 0800 833 648  
service.eu@  
F: 01794 500801  
viewsoniceurope.com  
Europe, Middle  
East, Baltic  
countries, and  
North Africa  
viewsoniceurope.com Contact your  
reseller  
service.eu@  
viewsoniceurope.com  
Australia and New viewsonic.com.au  
Zealand  
T: +61 2 9929 3955 service.au@  
F: +61 2 9929 8393 viewsonic.com  
Singapore/India  
and Southeast  
Asia  
viewsonic.com.sg  
T: 65 273 4018  
F: 65 273 1566  
service.sg@  
viewsonic.com  
Other Asia/Pacific viewsonic.com.tw  
countries  
T: 886 2 2246 3456 service.ap@  
F: 886 2 8242 3668 viewsonic.com.tw  
South Africa  
viewsonic.com/asia  
T: 886 2 2246 3456 service.ap@  
F: 886 2 8242 3668 viewsonic.com  
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Cleaning and Maintenance  
• Make sure the V1250 is turned off.  
• Never spray or pour any liquid directly onto the screen or case.  
• Never immerse the V1250 in any liquid.  
To clean the screen  
1 Wipe the screen with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth. This removes dust and  
other particles.  
2 If still not clean, apply a small amount of non-ammonia, non-alcohol based  
glass cleaner onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, and wipe the screen.  
To clean the case  
1 Use a soft, dry cloth.  
2 If still not clean, apply a small amount of a non-ammonia, non-alcohol  
based, mild non-abrasive detergent onto a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, then  
wipe the surface.  
DISCLAIMER  
®
ViewSonic does not recommend the use of any ammonia or alcohol-based  
cleaners on the V1250 screen or case. Some chemical cleaners have been  
reported to damage the screen and/or case of the V1250. ViewSonic will not be  
liable for damage resulting from use of any ammonia or alcohol-based cleaners.  
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Limited Warranty  
Tablet PC Products  
What the warranty covers:  
®
ViewSonic warrants its Tablet PC products to be free from defects in material and workmanship during  
the warranty period. If a Tablet PC product proves to be defective in material or workmanship during the  
warranty period, ViewSonic will, at its sole option, repair or replace the product with a like product.  
Replacement product or parts may include remanufactured or refurbished parts or components.  
ViewSonic provides no warranty for the third party software included with the product. For specific  
warranty information, please see the EULAs included with the product. ViewSonic does not warrant that  
software will meet your requirements or that operation of software will be uninterrupted or error free.  
VIEWSONIC AND ITS SUPPLIERS DISCLAIM ALL WARRANTIES AND CONDITIONS, EITHER  
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF  
MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NONINFRINGEMENT.  
How long the warranty is effective*:  
ViewSonic Tablet PCs are warranted for one (1) year for all parts (except software) and one (1) year for  
all labor from the date of the first consumer purchase.  
* For Europe: This Limited Warranty is effective in Europe for two (2) years for all parts (1 year for all  
consumable parts like batteries, and AC power adapters, etc. which should be replaced periodically) and  
two (2) years for all labor from the date of the first consumer purchase.  
Who the warranty protects:  
This warranty is valid only for the first consumer purchaser.  
What the warranty does not cover:  
1. Software  
2. Any product on which the serial number has been defaced, modified or removed.  
3. Damage, deterioration or malfunction resulting from:  
a. Accident, misuse, neglect, fire, water, lightning, or other acts of nature, unauthorized product  
modification, or failure to follow instructions supplied with the product.  
b. Repair or attempted repair by anyone not authorized by ViewSonic.  
c. Damage to or loss of any programs, data or removable storage media.  
d. Software or data loss occurring during repair or replacement.  
e. Any damage of the product due to shipment.  
f. Removal or installation of the product.  
g. Causes external to the product, such as electrical power fluctuations or failure.  
h. Use of supplies or parts not meeting ViewSonic's specifications.  
i. Normal wear and tear.  
j. Any other cause which does not relate to a product defect.  
4. Removal, installation, and set-up service charges.  
How to get service:  
1. For information about receiving service under warranty, contact ViewSonic Customer Support. You  
will need to provide your product's serial number.  
2. To obtain service under warranty, you will be required to provide (a) the original dated sales slip,  
(b) your name, (c) your address, (d) a description of the problem, and (e) the serial number of the  
product.  
3. Take or ship the product freight prepaid in the original container to an authorized ViewSonic service  
center or ViewSonic.  
4. For additional information or the name of the nearest ViewSonic service center, contact ViewSonic.  
Limitation of implied warranties:  
THERE ARE NO WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHICH EXTEND BEYOND THE  
DESCRIPTION CONTAINED HEREIN INCLUDING THE IMPLIED WARRANTY OF  
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.  
Exclusion of damages:  
VIEWSONIC'S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE COST OF REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE  
PRODUCT. VIEWSONIC SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR:  
1. DAMAGE TO OTHER PROPERTY CAUSED BY ANY DEFECTS IN THE PRODUCT, DAMAGES  
BASED UPON INCONVENIENCE, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS  
OF TIME, LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY, LOSS OF GOODWILL,  
INTERFERENCE WITH BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS, OR OTHER COMMERCIAL LOSS, EVEN  
IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.  
2. ANY OTHER DAMAGES, WHETHER INCIDENTAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR OTHERWISE.  
3. ANY CLAIM AGAINST THE CUSTOMER BY ANY OTHER PARTY.  
Effect of state law:  
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to  
state. Some states do not allow limitations on implied warranties and/or do not allow the exclusion of  
incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.  
Sales outside the U.S.A. and Canada:  
For warranty information and service on ViewSonic products sold outside of the U.S.A. and Canada,  
contact ViewSonic or your local ViewSonic dealer.  
ViewSonic Tablet PC Warranty (V2.0)  
Release Date: 10-15-01  
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Safety Guidelines  
CAUTION: The socket-outlet should be installed near the equipment and be easily accessible.  
CAUTION: Use a power cable that is properly grounded. Always use the appropriate AC cord that is  
certified for the individual country. Some examples are listed below:  
USA.................UL  
Canada.............CSA  
Germany..........VDE  
Switzerland ..... SEV  
Britain ............. BASE/BS  
Japan ............... Electric Appliance Control Act  
IMPORTANT NOTICE CONCERNING POWER CORD SELECTION  
The power cord set for this unit has been enclosed and has been selected according to the country of  
destination and must be used to prevent electric shock.  
For the United States and Canada  
In the United States and Canada the male plug is NEMA5-15 style (shown above), UL Listed, and CSA  
Labeled. For units which are mounted on a desk or table, type SVT or SJT cord sets may be used. For  
units which sit on the floor, only SJT type cord sets may be used. The cord set must be selected according  
to the current rating for your unit. Please consult the table below for the selection criteria for power cords  
used in the United States and Canada.  
Cord Type  
Size of Conductors in Cord  
Maximum Current Rating of Unit  
SJT  
18 AWG  
16 AWG  
14 AWG  
10 Amps  
12 Amps  
12 Amps  
SVT  
18 AWG  
17 AWG  
10 Amps  
12 Amps  
For European Countries  
In Europe you must use a cord set which is appropriate for the receptacles in your country. The cord set is HAR-  
Certified, and a special mark that will appear on the outer sheath, or on the insulation of one of the inner conductors.  
AC PLUG CORD PRECAUTIONS FOR THE UNITED KINGDOM  
FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.  
IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR THE SOCKET OUTLET THEN THE PLUG SHOULD BE  
CUT OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.  
THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO AN  
APPROPRIATE SOCKET.  
If a new plug is to be fitted, please observe the wiring code as shown below.  
If in any doubt, please consult a qualified electrician.  
WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.  
IMPORTANT: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:  
Green-and-Yellow: Earth  
Blue: Neutral  
Brown: Live  
If the coloured wires of the mains lead of this appliance do not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the  
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
The wire which is coloured GREEN-AND-YELLOW must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked by  
the letter E or by the Earth symbol or coloured GREEN or GREEN-AND-YELLOW.  
The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N or  
coloured BLACK. The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked  
with the letter L or coloured RED.  
If you have any questions concerning which proper power cord to use, please consult with the dealer from whom you  
have purchased the product.  
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Compliance and Safety Notices  
Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) Compliance  
United States Compliance Notice  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a  
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications  
Commission (FCC) Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable  
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This  
equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not  
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful  
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that  
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does  
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be  
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to  
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:  
• Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.  
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which  
the receiver is connected.  
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help.  
This device complies with Part 15 (B), Part 15(C) and Part 68 of the FCC Rules.  
Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1) this device may not  
cause harmful interference and 2) this device must accept any interference  
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
Canadian Compliance Notice  
This device complies with IC-RSS210 and IC-CS03 of the Canadian RF &  
Telecom requirements.  
English - This digital apparatus does not exceed the Canada ICES-003 Class B  
limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the radio  
interference regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.  
Français - Le present appareil numerique nemet pas de bruits radioelectriques  
depassant les limites applicables aux appareils numeriques de Canada ICES-003  
Class B prescrites dans le reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par  
le Ministere des Communications du Canada.  
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European Compliance Notice  
Products with the CE Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/  
EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of  
the European Community.  
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European  
Norms:  
• EN55022 (CISPR 22) Radio Frequency Interference  
• EN50082 (IEC801-2, IEC801-3, IEC801-4) Electro-magnetic Immunity  
• EN60950 (IEC950) Product Safety  
This device complies with the requirement set out in the Council (European  
Parliament) Directive on the Approximation of the Laws of the Member States  
relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility of Radio and Telecom device (1999/  
5/EC).  
Japanese Compliance Notice  
This is a Class B product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control  
Council for Interference from information Technology Equipment (VCCI). If  
this is used near a radio or television receiver in a domestic environment, it  
might cause radio interference. Install and use the equipment according to the  
instruction manual.  
This device complies with JATE (Japan Approvals Institute for  
Telecommunications Equipment) requirement under authority of Ministry of  
Telecommunications.  
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Safety Notices  
Battery Safety Notice  
• The battery pack is intended for use only with this device.  
• Do not disassemble the pack.  
• Do not dispose of the battery pack in fire or water.  
• To avoid risk of fire, burns, or damage to your battery pack, do not allow a  
metal object to touch the battery contacts.  
• Handle a damaged or leaking battery with extreme care. If you come in  
contact with the electrolyte, wash the exposed area with soap and water. If it  
contacts the eye, flush the eye with water for 15 minutes and seek medical  
attention.  
• Do not charge the battery pack if the ambient temperature exceeds 113  
degrees Fahrenheit (45 degrees Celsius).  
• To obtain a replacement battery, contact your local dealer.  
• Do not expose the battery pack to high storage temperatures (above 140  
degrees Fahrenheit, 60 degrees Celsius).  
• When discarding a battery pack, contact your local waste disposal provider  
regarding local restrictions on the disposal or recycling of batteries.  
Lithium Battery Warning  
This computer contains a lithium battery to power the clock and calendar  
circuitry.  
There is a danger of explosion if the battery is replaced incorrectly. Replace  
only with the same or equivalent type battery as recommended by the  
manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s  
instructions or local laws.  
Power Supply Safety Notice  
The power supply provided with this device is for use with this device only.  
Replace only with the same or equivalent type power supply as recommended  
by the manufacturer.  
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