Mobile mini note PC MP-XP7230GB/MP-XP5230GB together with the MP-XP7230GB ·Packed are a USB Port Replicator · (MP-PRX1GB) and a CD-ROM drive (MP-CDX1E). Packed together with the MP-XP5230GB is a CD-ROM drive (MP-CDX1E). (The operating instructions guide is provided with each item packed.) VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED 0197 equipment with RLAN is intended to be used in Germany, UK, ·This Austria and Switzerland.
EN Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing this Mobile mini note PC. Before use, please read the safety information and precautions contained in the following pages to ensure safe use of this product. Hereby, JVC, declares that this equipment is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 / 5 / EC. The modem incorporated in this product was tested according the standard TBR21.
EN 3 CAUTIONS: ● This Mobile mini note PC is designed to be used with the JVC BN-LS12E/LL21E battery packs and, to recharge them or to supply power to the Mobile mini note PC from an AC outlet, use the provided AC Adapter and Power Cord. (An appropriate conversion adapter may be necessary to accommodate different designs of AC outlets in different countries.
EN Mobile mini note PC with Radio Local Area Network (RLAN) 0197 OPERATING AT 2412 TO 2472 MHz • This equipment with RLAN is intended to be used in Germany, UK, Austria and Switzerland. Outdoor use may be restricted to certain frequencies and/or may require a licence for operation. Hereby, JVC, declares that this MP-XP7230GB is in compliance with the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999 / 5 / EC. CAUTION To reduce the risk of fire, use only No.
EN 5 Lithium-ion is vulnerable in colder temperatures. About Batteries DANGER! Do not attempt to take the batteries apart, or expose them to flame or excessive heat, as it may cause a fire or explosion. WARNING! Do not allow the battery or its terminals to come in contact with metals, as this can result in a short circuit and possibly start a fire. Caution! Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
EN CHECKING INVENTORY Before using your Mobile mini note PC (hereinafter Mobile PC), make sure that all of the following system components have been included in the container. If you have found any shortage or problem, contact the sales shop. * The illustrations provided in these instructions may differ in part from the actual products. • Mobile mini note PC • MP-ACX1E AC power adapter (including dedicated AC cable) • Modem cable (1.
EN 7 JVC Software License Agreement Important: Thank you for purchasing JVC Mobile mini note PC ("Product"). Please carefully read this End-User License Agreement (“Agreement”) before installing or using JVC original software accompanied with or pre-installed into the Product (“Software”). The right to use the Software is granted by Victor Company of Japan, Limited (“JVC”) to You only on the condition that You agree to the following Agreement.
EN 5. Limited Warranty (1) THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. SHOULD THERE BE ANY PROBLEM ARISING FROM OR CAUSED BY THE SOFTWARE, YOU SHOULD SETTLE ALL SUCH PROBLEM AT YOUR OWN COSTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES. (2) THIS SECTION PROVIDES JVC’S EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY REGARDING THE SOFTWARE. JVC DOES NOT MAKE ANY OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. 6.
EN 9 END-USER LICENSE AGREEMENT Important: Please carefully read this End-User License Agreement ("Agreement") before installing or using the G.726 Decoder ("Software") on your PC. The right to use the Software is granted by Victor Company of Japan, Limited ("JVC") to You only on the condition that You agree to the following Agreement. If You do not agree to the terms of the Agreement, you may not install the Software any more.
EN 6. Limitation of Liability JVC WILL HAVE NO LIABILITY WITH RESPECT TO ITS OBLIGATIONS UNDER THIS AGREEMENT OR OTHERWISE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, INCIDENTAL OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES EVEN IF IT HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES. YOU WILL INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS JVC FROM ANY LOSS, LIABILITY OR COSTS ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED TO CLAIMS FROM ANY OTHER PERSONS RELATING TO THE USE OF THE SOFTWARE. 7.
EN 11 Table of contents SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....................................... 2 SOME DO’S AND DON‘TS ON THE SAFE USE OF EQUIPMENT .......................................... 3 WHEN USING THE WIRELESS LAN .................... 4 RADIO WAVES EMITTED FROM WIRELESS LANS .................................................. 4 CAUTIONS ......................................................... 5 CHECKING INVENTORY ..................................... 6 JVC Software License Agreement ......................
EN PARTS AND COMPONENT NAMES Your Mobile PC has the following parts and components.
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SETTING UP EN SETTING UP When you first use your Mobile PC, always plug the AC power cord into the DC Input connector. The built-in lithium-ion battery pack will be recharged during your PC setup. To avoid data loss due to power failure or any others cause, check the points for battery recharging in Page 18. 1.
EN 17 3. Open the display panel Buckle 1 Slightly pull up the buckle of the Note PC, and the display panel will be unlocked. 2 Carefully open the display panel to the desired angle. You can open the display panel to 180 degrees. 4. Recharge the built-in battery pack by plugging the AC cord into DC Input connector When recharging the built-in battery pack: 1 Plug the AC power cord into the AC adapter. 2 Plug the DC cord of the adapter into the DC Input connector of the Mobile PC.
SETTING UP EN 5. Make sure that the battery pack is fully charged To avoid an interruption of your operation due to power failure, check the battery voltage when you start to use your PC in the field. See "Checking the battery level" (see Page 76) to check the battery voltage level. ¡ Make sure that the battery pack is fully recharged When you are using the AC adapter and when the battery indicator ( ) lights in green, the battery pack is fully (100%) recharged.
EN 19 TURN-ON Turning (On/Off) Key On Press the (On/Off) key. The PC will turn on and the Windows logo will appear. 1 A or SD 1 A (On/Off) Key 1 Cautions ¡ Turn Off the PC (On/Off) key in areas such as hospitals and aircraft where use of the PC is prohibited. Otherwise, your PC may influence the electronic and medical equipment and may cause a serious problem.
TURN-ON EN Initial Setup of Microsoft Windows When using your PC for first time, you must prepare to use Microsoft Windows. Once you have finished the initial Windows setup, you can use the software and various PC functions. Use the following procedure to initially set up Microsoft Windows. For pointing device and keyboard operations, see Pages 52 to 54. 1. When the "Welcome to Microsoft Windows" screen appears, click [Next] at the right lower corner of the screen.
EN 21 6. Enter the user name and click [Next]. The "Thank you!" screen will appear. Tips The name you have entered is shown on the "welcome" screen that appears when you turn the PC power switch on after initial Windows setup. To start up Microsoft Windows, click the user name shown on the screen. 7. Click [Finish]. The initial Windows setup has completed. Cautions • No guarantees are made for operation if an operating system other than the one already installed in your PC is installed.
TURN-ON EN Turn-Off Cautions • Always use this procedure to turn off the PC. Otherwise, your PC may fail. 1. Click [start]. The "start" menu will appear. 2. Click [Turn Off computer]. The "Turn off computer" screen will appear. 3. Click [Turn Off]. The PC will be turned off automatically, and (Stand By) lamp will go out. Before closing the LCD panel, make sure that (Stand By) lamp has turned off.
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EN JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE To use the JVC original software, you must set it up in the "Original Software Setup Procedure" given below. You can setup the following software programs. Setup software • CC converter (See Page 27.
EN 25 4. When the software has been set up, a prompt for PC restarting appears. Click [Finish] to restart the PC. Cautions This setup cannot install all DVC utilities. After you have set up the original software, plug the DVC cable into the USB socket of your PC. The device type will be recognized automatically and setup of its USB driver will start up. DVC’s USB Drivers The DVC connection and the USB driver to be set up vary depending on the DVC model you use.
EN JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS 1 Click [Continue Anyway]. 2 The driver will be installed automatically. 3 When "Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard" message appears, click [Finish]. 2) If "The hardware: JVC Web Camera" message appears: 1 Click [Continue Anyway]. 2 The driver will be installed automatically. 3 When "Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard" message appears, click [Finish]. Cautions As your PC has two USB ports, you need to set up both of them if you use them.
EN 27 CC Converter This is a data-band expansion system JVC has developed for audio applications. It reproduces the timbre of the original sound from high-quality and compressed music data as well. The CC converter operates as a system filter so that it takes effect regardless of the playback application. To make the effect valid or invalid or to change the effect level: 1. Open a shortcut of mouse button).
EN JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS The following menu options are effective only when you have checked the "Enable" option. About the expansion effect modes One of the following three effect modes can be selected. Each has its own special characteristics as described below depending on the frequency band pattern which is to be expanded. ¡ Harmonic expansion mode Expanding the harmonic components contained in music accentuates the lingering tones and gives the sound an added brilliance.
EN 29 ¡ About CC converter Shows the CC converter version and other information. Click [OK] to close the displayed subwindow. ¡ Exit Quits the CC converter. The CC converter status you have set at this point is held. If you wish to restart the CC converter, you can start up the program from the Start menu. Cautions • Do not change the sound playback device when you are playing back the sound data (such as an audio file).
EN JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS STANDARD APPLICATION Your Mobile PC has the following standard applications. Open the Help menu of each application to check the application usage. If you have any question, contact the nearest support centre listed on Page 100. ¡ Acrobat Reader 5.1 Can display and print out a PDF file. Using the Acrobat Reader, you can display and print out a PDF format file. ¡ Norton AntiVirus 2003 The software to prevent virus infection from the Internet.
EN 31 ¡Pinnacle Studio 8 SE (only MP-XP7230GB) The video editing software for the broadband age. This software makes it possible to capture moving pictures or still pictures from a digital video camera or digital camera, add various video effects and output them to a digital video camera or create movies in a variety of formats. The software comes with authoring and writing functions for DVDs, VCDs and SVCDs so that finished movies can be viewed on a home-use DVD player, for instance.
EN JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS To Set Up the Standard Applications Again You can set up the standard applications using the Application CD-ROM. (The optional CDROM drive is required.) If you have erroneously deleted any of the standard applications, you can reinstall it from the Application CD-ROM. For details, see the "readme.txt" file in the Application CD-ROM. Warning • Use the standard CD-ROMs on the CD-ROM drive only.
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NAVIGATE IN THE INTERNET WORLD! EN TO CONNECT TO THE INTERNET You must contract with an Internet service provider. Also, you need to have a telephone line to be connected to the service provider. Contracting with the Internet Service Provider An Internet service provider (an enterprise or an organization that provides the Internet connection and related services) is generally called a "provider.
EN 35 Connection of Telephone Line and Modem Setup Your PC has a built-in modem and a cable attached to it. You can enjoy the Internet and e-mail services by simply connecting your PC to the telephone line. 1. Plug the attached modem cable into the Modem jack of your PC until it clicks. Insert the cable connector into the jack in the correct direction. Modem cable to modem jack 2. Plug the other end of the modem cable into the telephone line wall jack.
NAVIGATE IN THE INTERNET WORLD! EN 3. Seting up the modem 1 2 3 4 Click [start] and [Control Panel] in this order. Click [Printers and Other Hardware]. Click [Phone and Modem Options]. When the "Location Information" screen appears, enter a city code in the "area code" field. Usually, enter your city code here. Enter the phone company ID number and extension number as necessary. (They are usually not required.) 5 Check the dialing type of your telephone line, and select it correctly.
EN 37 The Internet Connection Setup Use the following procedure to connect your PC to the Internet network. This setup example uses the built-in modem of your PC and Microsoft’s Internet Explorer (IE) for the Internet connection. If you have already contracted with a provider, you can manually set up the Internet connection using the following procedure. Tips As your PC has networking functions, you can connect it to the Internet via the network.
NAVIGATE IN THE INTERNET WORLD! EN 3. Click [Connect to the Internet] option, and click [Next]. The "Getting Ready" screen will appear. 4. Click [Set up my connection manually] option, and click [Next]. The "Internet Connection" screen will appear. 5. Click [Connect using a dial-up modem] option, and click [Next]. The "Connection Name" screen will appear. 6. Enter the "ISP name" and click [Next]. The "Phone Number to Dial" screen may appear.
EN 39 7. Enter the phone number, and click [Next]. The "Internet Account Information" screen will appear. 8. Enter the User name and Password (and enter the password again for confirmation), and click [Next]. The "Completing the New Connection Wizard" screen will appear. 9. Click [Finish]. The setup for connection wizard is complete.
NAVIGATE IN THE INTERNET WORLD! EN Tips If you need to set up the DNS server address, follow steps 10 to 20. You may need to set up DNS server addresses (the primary and secondary DNS addresses) for some providers. If the DNS server addresses are stated on the documents sent from your provider, you need to set them up. If not specified, you need not set these addresses. 10. Click [start] and [Control Panel] in this order. The "Pick a category" screen of the Control panel will appear. 11.
EN 41 15. Click [Networking]. 16. Click [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)] and click [Properties]. The "Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties" screen will appear. 17. Click [Obtain an IP address automatically], click [Use the following DNS server addresses], and enter the DNS server address printed on the document sent from the provider. 18. After you have entered the addresses, click [OK]. 19. Respond with [OK] to the "Dial-up Connection Properties". 20.
NAVIGATE IN THE INTERNET WORLD! EN Connecting to the Internet After you have completed the "The Internet Connection Setup" procedure (pages 37 to 41), you can connect to the Internet. Use the following procedure. 1. Click [start] and click [Internet] at the upper left part of the Menu. The Internet Explorer will start up and the "Dial-up Connection" screen will appear. If the "Dial-up Connection" does not start, use the following steps.
EN 43 Disconnection from the Internet When you are connected to the Internet, the use of the telephone line and the access to the provider are charged. Disconnect your PC from the Internet in one of the following ways when you are finished using the Internet. ¡ Double-click the task tray connection icon at the bottom right corner of the desktop screen. When the "Auto Disconnect" dialog box appears, click [Disconnect Now]. ¡ Quit the Microsoft’s Internet Explorer (IE).
NAVIGATE IN THE INTERNET WORLD! EN Accessing a Web Page There is a large number of Web sites available. You can access a Web site using Microsoft’s Internet Explorer in your PC. The following shows three typical ways you can use to access a Web site. Before starting the following steps, connect your PC to the Internet using the "Connecting to the Internet" procedure on Page 42. When Microsoft’s Internet Explorer is active, you can access a Web site in one of the following ways. 1.
EN 45 E-MAILING You need to set up a mailing software to send and receive E-mails. Setting up E-Mail Software Set up the E-mail transmission using the Outlook Express installed on your PC. Tips It is convenient for E-mail setup if you have the document sent from the provider to hand. 1. Click [start] and click [E-mail] on the Menu. Outlook Express will start and the "Internet Connection Wizard" screen will appear. 2. Enter the name you wish to display in the "Display name" and click [Next].
NAVIGATE IN THE INTERNET WORLD! EN 3. Enter your E-mail address in the "E-mail address" field, and click [Next]. The "E-mail Server Name" screen will appear. 4. Enter the "Incoming mail server" and "Outgoing mail server", and click [Next]. Usually select "POP3" as the "My incoming mail server is a server." but you can change it if necessary. The "Internet Mail Logon" screen will appear.
EN 5. Enter the "Account name" and "Password," and click [Next]. The "Congratulations" screen will appear. 6. Click [Finish]. The "Congratulations" screen will close, and Outlook Express will start up. The setup for the E-mail software is complete. 7. To quit Outlook Express, click [x] at the upper right corner of the screen.
NAVIGATE IN THE INTERNET WORLD! EN Sending and Receiving E-mails You can create and send E-mail messages, and receive and read E-mail from others. You can learn procedures to enjoy E-mailing. Use Outlook Express installed on your PC for E-mail transmission. Transmission Connect to the provider. Disconnect from the provider. Create Read (Create a responsereturn E-mail message) 1. Click [start] and click [E-mail] on the Menu. Outlook Express will start. 2.
EN 49 3. Create a message. Enter the E-mail address Enter the message title Enter the message text here Destination: Enter the receiver's E-mail address. (Enter your E-mail address first to test E-mail transmission.) Title: Enter the message title. 4. Click [Send] at the left upper end of the screen to send the created message. The "Dial-up Connection" screen will appear.
NAVIGATE IN THE INTERNET WORLD! EN 7. To check the received messages, click [Inbox] on the screen. The received E-mail messages will be displayed. 8. To quit Outlook Express, click [x] at the upper right corner of the screen. Caution • Disconnect your PC from the Internet after you have transmitted E-mail and finished accessing a Web site. • It may not be possible to send mail properly using a company network or roaming service. If this problem arises, the method below may solve it.
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HARDWARE EN Using the Pointing Device The pointing devices allow you to move the mouse pointer on the screen. You can move the cursor using the centre stick and three buttons in the similar way as the mouse. Mouse pointer Left button Scroll button Stick Right button ¡ Stick operations Usually operate the stick using your index finger. The mouse pointer moves in the direction you press the stick. You can adjust the pointer moving speed by controlling the power to press.
EN 53 • Double-click Press the mouse left button twice in succession and release it immediately. • Drag Use this operation to move an icon or a file. To do so, select an icon or a file, hold down the mouse left button and move it to the desired position, and release the mouse button. Notes The pointing devices have initially been set for the "right-handed person" on the "Mouse properties" tab.
HARDWARE EN Using Hot keys You can use the coloured hot keys of the PC keyboard. Hold down the Fn key and press one of the Hot keys to execute its command. List of hot keys F1 Reduces the screen brightness level. Use this command to reduce the brightness level if the screen is too bright. F2 Increases the screen brightness level. Use this command to increase the brightness level if the screen is too dark. F3 Stand by the Mobile PC. F4 Hibernate the Mobile PC. F5 Reduces the volume.
EN 55 If a key top has come off If a key top has come off from the keyboard, put it back in place by following the procedure below. ¡ How to attach the Enter key, left Shift key or Space key top 1 Take out the disengaged wire rod, and snag it onto the two projections as shown in the figure below. 2 Place the disengaged rubber cushion at the position shown in the figure below.
HARDWARE EN Increasing the (Optional) Memory Capacity You can increase the PC memory capacity up to 384M bytes. For the built-in memory capacity, see the Product Specifications on Page 102. You can reduce the application startup time and increase the data process speed by adding an optional memory board. Consult the JVC PC Technical Support Centre listed at the end of this manual for memory expansion. Notes ¡ Check the memories supported by your PC by accessing: http://www.jvc.co.
EN 57 Adding or Removing a Memory Board If you have operated your PC, its inside may be hot and you may get a burn. Turn the power switch off and wait for the PC to cool down. 1. Turn the PC Power switch off, and disconnect AC adapter from your PC. Then, remove the standard lithium ion battery pack (if any) and all other peripherals from your PC. 2. Remove the built-in lithium ion battery pack and the memory expansion cover by taking the following steps.
HARDWARE EN 1) Mounting a memory board 1 Check the correct mounting direction of memory board (by observing the cut area). 2 Slant the memory board and insert it into its socket. 3 Push the memory board until it is locked, but do not apply excessive force to it. Cautions If it is difficult to lock the memory board, make sure that the board has been inserted securely. Do not apply excessive force to it, or the memory board may be damaged.
EN 59 Checking the Additional Memory Board Use the following procedure to check the memory board installation. 1. Turn on your PC and start Windows. 2. Click [start] and select [Control Panel]. 3. Click the [Performance and Maintenance] icon. 4. Click the [System] icon. The "System Properties" screen will appear. Checking here 5. The total amount of memory appears on the screen. • 368 MB RAM appears when 384 MB (128 MB + 256 MB) of memory is installed.
HARDWARE EN Using the SD Memory Card Slot Your PC has an SD memory card slot. An SD memory card or multimedia card can be used. When you use an SD memory card, remove the dummy card from the SD memory card slot. 1. Remove the dummy card. 1 2 1 Press the dummy card slightly, and it will be ejected. 2 Hold the ejected card and remove it from your PC. 2. Insert an SD memory card. Caution: Insert the SD card in the correct direction. Check the cut area. (The terminal side must face downward.
EN 61 Using an External Monitor To attach an external monitor to your PC, use the MP-VGX1E external display cable. Connecting an external monitor When you connect an external monitor to your PC, it looks like an ordinary desktop PC. You can use the monitor by just connecting it with the MP-VGX1E cable. You can display images on the external monitor for other people and you can watch them on the LCD panel of your PC. Face the PUSH button downward.
HARDWARE EN • The display max resolution you can set for the external monitor is 1600 x 1200 x 32 bits, which depends on monitor performance. • When the display resolution is set to 1024 x 600 x 32-bit colours, enabling the simultaneous display of internal and external monitors automatically changes the number of display colours to 16-bit colour display. If you then select the separate display of internal and external monitors, the number of colours is not automatically changed.
EN 63 Connecting to a network With the network function, you can connect to a network at your office or home to transfer data between PCs and access the Internet from multiple PCs. For setting for intranet connection, consult a system administrator at your company. Connection to a network requires the following items. • LAN cable • Communication devices including a hub or router Important LAN cables are available in straight and cross types. Use a cable of the correct type for your LAN environment.
HARDWARE EN 4 Double-click [Local Area Connection]. The “Local Area Connection Status” screen will appear. 5 Click the [Properties] button. The “Local Area Connection Properties” screen will appear. 6 On the [General] tab, double-click [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)]. The “Properties of Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)” screen will appear. 7 Enter appropriate values in the [Use the following IP address] and [Use the following DNS server addresses] fields. 8 Click the [OK] button to save the setting.
EN 65 8 Click the [OK] button. A message prompting you to restart the computer will appear. 9 Click the [OK] button to make the change take effect. 0 Restart the computer. ¡Checking the MAC address Use the following procedure to check the MAC address of the internal LAN card. Important To check the MAC address, you have to set a LAN (local area) connection in the [Network connection] screen. 1 Click the [start] button and [Control Panel]. 2 Click the [Network and Internet Connections] icon.
HARDWARE EN 5 Double-click [Local Area Connection]. The “Local Area Connection Status” screen will appear. 6 Click the [Support] tab and the [Details] button. The “Network Connection Details” screen will appear. 7 The MAC address is displayed as the “Physical Address” on the list.
EN 67 Network connections using a wireless LAN (MP-XP7230GB only) The model MP-XP7230GB PC comes with wireless LAN functions. (The MP-XP5230GB series does not come with these functions, and the details provided in “Network connections using a wireless LAN” do not apply.) You can connect to a LAN system from any location within the wireless communication area to access the Internal LAN or send and receive mail.
HARDWARE EN Suggestions for using the wireless LAN • Use the wireless LAN in a location where there are as few obstacles as possible. To maximize the distance over which communication with the wireless LAN is possible, open the display, and point its reverse side (the side with JVC logo) at the access point. Do not place any obstacles such as books or thick stacks of paper between the PC and access point.
EN 69 1 Start up the PC. 2 Set the IP address to be used by the wireless LAN. 1 Click [Start], and select [Show all connections] from [Connect To] on the start menu. 2 Select [Wireless Network Connection] on the [Network Connections] screen, and select [Properties] on the [File menu].
HARDWARE EN 3 Select [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)] on the [General] screen of [Wireless Network Connection Properties]. 4 The [Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties] screen appears. 5 Use the following example as a reference, and proceed with the settings depending on how the wireless LAN is to be used.
EN 71 For making the wireless network connection using a public wireless LAN service : With a public wireless LAN service, it is customary for the DHCP server function that automatically allocates the IP address to be enabled. On the “Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) Properties” screen, click and select “Obtain an IP address automatically” and “Obtain DNS server automatically” , and click the [OK] button.
HARDWARE EN When the wireless LAN status icon is clicked on the task tray, the main menu of the wireless LAN setting utility is opened, enabling the wireless LAN status to be checked or set. The color of the wireless LAN status icon indicates the connection status and signal strength status.
EN 73 2 Settings Perform the wireless LAN communication settings. This utility can retain multiple sets of setting information, and these sets can be selected for use. The settings are each managed by a [Profile]. When new settings are to be added, input the profile name of your choice, and then proceed with the settings. [SSID] Perform the ESS-ID setting for the network name. The wireless LAN group can be created by setting the ESS-ID.
HARDWARE EN 3 Encryption Perform the encryption (WEP security) settings for communication. The WEP function encrypts key words and scrambles them in the transmission data. A network using a high level of security can be configured when it is activated. While the function is activated, the same WEP keys must be used by all the computers in the group. Set the WEP keys by following the steps below. [Encryption (WEP security)] As the WEP function setting, select “64 bit,” “128 bit” or “Not Used.
EN 75 4 About The software version information and MAC address of the wireless LAN mode are displayed. [Network Driver] The network driver version information is displayed. [Configuration Utility] The configuration utility version information is displayed. [NIC Firmware] The version information and MAC address of the wireless LAN module’s firmware are displayed.
HARDWARE EN Checking the battery level On the “Power Option Properties” screen, click the [Power Meter] tab. The current total battery level is displayed. Use the following procedure. 1. Click the [start] button and [Control Panel]. 2. Click the [Performance and Maintenance] icon. 3. Click the [Power Options] icon. The [Power Option Properties] screen will appear. 4. Click the [Power Meter] tab.
EN 77 Power-saving mode In compliance with the operation regulations of the International Energy Star Program, this unit enters the power-saving mode when no operation is performed for a certain period. On the [Power Schemes] tab in the “Power Option Properties” screen (page 76), you can specify the time that must expire before the unit enters the power-saving mode. The table below shows the factory settings.
• HARDWARE EN System in standby status The built-in battery discharges whilst the PC is in system standby status. As a result, any unsaved data may be lost or the system may not start up. Be sure to turn off the PC when it is not used for a long time. Under fully charged condition, the unit can maintain the system standby status for the following periods.
EN 79 Unknown partition on hard disk IMPORTANT!! This PC reserves the image data required for recovery as a “recovery area” in the hard disk. If you accidentally delete a partition of the recovery area, you cannot recover it. The important points to keep in mind are: • DO NOT attempt to delete a hard disk area shown as an “Unknown partition” using the Windows XP “Administrative Tools”, or to assign it as another drive name.
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PC RECOVERY (REPEATED PC SETUP) EN Setting Up Your PC Again 1. What is the Recovery? When you return your PC to the original state during shipment, it is called "PC recovery." You can recover your PC in one of the following two ways. (1) Initialize the hard disk and restore all files. (2) Restore the first partition of the hard disk only. Cautions Do not reduce the capacity of drive C below 11G bytes. For details, see "Selecting the recovery method (disk partitioning)" on Page 83. 2.
EN 83 System Recovery Procedure 1. Hold down the Alt and F8 keys and press the Power button to start up your PC. When message "Do you wish to continue? (Y/N)" appears, respond with Y. Tips • If you respond with N, the recovery is canceled. The PC will restart and the Windows OS will start up. • If too much time is taken to press the key or a continuous beep is heard for other reasons, turn off the power, and repeat the process.
EN COMPUTER WIEDERHERSTELLUNG (RECOVERY) 5. After the system recovery has been completed, the message "Turn Power switch off and restart the PC." appears. Restart your PC. Your PC has been returned to the original state before shipment. 6. Set up the Windows OS by following the "Initial Setup of Microsoft Windows" procedure on Page 20.
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TROUBLESHOOTING EN Q&A There are several troubleshooting keys. If you are not sure how to operate your PC, your PC does not work well, or you suspect that your PC has been damaged, follow the relevant troubleshooting steps in the Q&A section. If the Q&A does not help you Contact us. If you cannot remove the trouble successfully, contact the JVC PC Technical Support Centre. See the back cover for the phone number. Power Q. The power does not turn on. A. Check the following.
EN 87 Startup and Operation of Windows Q. The screen has hung. A. Use the following procedure to forcibly exit the applications running on your PC. Important When applications are forcibly terminated through this procedure, any unsaved unsaved data will be lost. Terminating an application forcibly 1. While holding down the [Ctrl] and [Alt] keys, press the [Del] key once. The “Windows Task Manager” screen will appear. 2. Click the [Applications] tab. 3. Click the application that hung, then [End Task].
Q. A. TROUBLESHOOTING EN If Windows will not start When “Power On Self Test” is carried out at the time of power on and something wrong or out of order is detected, an error code (2 digits) is indicated on the screen, and start-up is suspended. If you think that Windows will not start confirm whether an error code is indicated on the screen. When you ask for service, please report this error code to the service centre. An error code may not always be indicated dependent on the cause of the trouble.
EN 89 Display Q. The PC is turned on but nothing appears on the screen. A. If the screen blacks out during operation, check the following. ¡ When the (Stand By) lamp is lit. • Move the stick or press any key on the keyboard to check if the power-saving function is working. • Check if the display is configured as an external display device. [While pressing Fn , press F10 . (Each time you do this, you can change between external display and LCD modes.
TROUBLESHOOTING EN Using the Internet Q. I cannot dial up. A. Check the connection. ¡ Check that the modem cable is connected. If you see the “There was no dial tone.” message, check the connection between the unit and the telephone line connector on the wall. Insert the modem fully until it is locked. ¡ When a divider is used Connect the modem cable directly to the phone jack for checking. ¡ When you are connecting via an ISDN line Check that the terminal adapter is ready.
EN 91 Q. The PC dials but connection is not established. A. Check the dialing setting. ¡ Check that the dialing type (tone or pulse) is correctly set for your telephone line. For checking and configuration procedures, see “3. Setting up the modem” on page 36. ¡ When no connection operation occurs, check the destination setting. Use the following procedure to check the setting for connecting to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or network. 1. Click the [start] button and [Control Panel]. 2.
TROUBLESHOOTING EN Q. The PC makes a connection operation but connection is not established. A. Check the following. ¡ Check the user name and password. Refer to the material sent from your ISP for correct user name and password. ¡ The internal modem dials but negotiation is not made. The access point may have a problem. Try to establish a connection later. If this attempt fails, use a different access point.
EN 93 Wireless LAN (MP-XP7230GB only) Q. A. I can’t communicate. Check the following. ¡ Is the device serving as the other end of the communication the kind of device which can communicate with the PC? A number of communication systems can be used with the wireless LAN, but unless the same system is used at both ends, communication will not be possible.
Q. A. TROUBLESHOOTING EN How can I check the MAC address? Proceed as follows to check the MAC address of the PC’s wireless LAN. * In order to check the MAC address, the wireless network connection must first be set using [Network Connections]. 1. Click the [Start] menu, and click [Control Panel]. 2. Click the [Network and Internet Connections] icon. 3. Click the [Network Connections] icon. 4. Check that [Wireless Network Connections] is enabled. 5. Double-click [Wireless Network Connections].
EN 95 SD memory cards Q. The “Not formatted” or “Not initialized” error message appears when I insert an SD card, CF card or other memory card with a memory capacity exceeding 32MB into a digital camera or other device even though the card has been formatted, and I cannot use the card. A. To format an SD card, CF card or other memory card with a memory capacity exceeding 32MB in this PC, the “FAT” file system rather than the “FAT32” file system must be selected on the Windows XP formatting screen.
TROUBLESHOOTING EN Miscellaneous Q. The PC is hot. A. The PC may become warm when used for a long time, but this is not a failure. Do not block the vents in the bottom or sides through which internal heat is removed. Q. The PC makes no sound. A. Check the following ¡Check if the speaker is muted. To use the volume control, press Fn and F7 . (This key combination turns on and off the volume control.) Pressing Fn and F5 turns down the volume. Pressing Fn and F6 turns up the volume. Q.
EN 97 ¡ If you forget the BIOS password The following passwords can be set on the BIOS. • User password When this password is set, the user is requested to enter the password to start Windows or change a BIOS setting. • HDD password The password required for accessing the hard disk. Important • You cannot delete the BIOS password even if you forget it. To delete it forcibly, you have to return your PC to us for chargeable service. (It may require hard disk drive replacement.
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APPENDIX EN List of Support Centres 1. ImageMixer with VCD 1.1 VJ http://www.imagemixer.com 2. Norton AntiVirus 2003 http://www.symantec.com/region/reg-eu/techsupp/index.html 3. RealPlayer 8 Basic http://www.service.real.com 4. Pinnacle Studio 8 SE http://www.pinnaclesys.
EN 101 Trademark notice 1. i.LINK refers to IEEE1394-1995 and their expanded specifications. i.LINK and the i.LINK logo are trademarks of Sony Corporation, devised to make people more familiar with IEEE 1394. 2. Microsoft, Windows, Windows Media are trademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. The official name for Windows is Microsoft Windows Operating System. 3. RealPlayer is a registered trademark or pending trademark of RealNetworks, Inc. in the U.S.
APPENDIX EN Specification Model Name MP-XP7230GB OS Windows CPU MP-XP5230GB XP Professional Model Mobile Intel Clock speed Windows Pentium XP Professional III processor-M 933MHz Bus clock speed 133MHz Secondary cache memory 512KB Main memory 256MB, standard (128MB on-board)/384MB, max. Extended memory slot (available slot) 128MB, standard (128MB on-board)/384MB, max.
EN 103 Wireless LAN specifications (MP-XP7230GB only) Wireless frequency band 2412 to 2472 MHz (all 13 channels) Modulation system DSS (Direct Spread Spectrum system) CCK (communication speed: 5.5 Mbps, 11 Mbps) DQPSK (communication speed: 2 Mbps) DBPSK (communication speed: 1 Mbps) Spread spectrum system 11-chip Barker sequence Rated output 15 dBm Communication speed 11 Mbps 5.
APPENDIX EN Options (separately available) Option name *1 *2 *3 *4 Model CD-ROM drive *1 MP-CDX1E Standard lithium ion battery pack *2 BN-LS12E Large-capacity lithium ion battery pack *3 BN-LL21E Battery charger *4 MP-BCX1E AC adapter *2 MP-ACX1GB External display cable MP-VGX1E Connected with a PC card and powered from the Mobile mini note PC. Maximum read speed is 16x. Same items as those supplied with the product.
Mobile mini note PC MP-XP7230GB/MP-XP5230GB together with the MP-XP7230GB ·Packed are a USB Port Replicator · (MP-PRX1GB) and a CD-ROM drive (MP-CDX1E). Packed together with the MP-XP5230GB is a CD-ROM drive (MP-CDX1E). (The operating instructions guide is provided with each item packed.) VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED 0197 equipment with RLAN is intended to be used in Germany, UK, ·This Austria and Switzerland.
How you can use the built-in wireless LAN even more easily You can reduce the wireless LAN connection time by using the accessory utility. The Instructions of this PC are written on the assumption that this accessory utility will be used. The utility can be used by taking the following steps. 1 Double-click the [Wireless Network Connections] icon on the task tray. Click the [Advanced...] button on the [Wireless Network Connections] screen. 2 The [Wireless Network Connection Properties] screen will appear.
Supplementary instructions for using internal wireless LAN If the wireless network connection has been disabled, the wireless LAN status icon and the wireless network icon may not appear on the taskbar. The wireless LAN ON/OFF hot keys ( Fn + F9 ) will not work, either. When the wireless LAN is to be used in a situation like this, the wireless network connection must be enabled. Take the following steps to enable the wireless network connection.
USB Port Replicator MP-PRX1GB B S U T R O P MP -PR X1 O AT C LI P E R R VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing the JVC MP-PRX1GB USB Port Replicator. 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Taiwan 0203KHY IDASS * Before Use Read and follow the instructions of this manual to use your USB Port Replicator. Always read the "Safety Instructions". Keep this manual for further reference.
2 EN Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing the JVC USB Port Replicator. This unit is to be used with JVC AC Adapter AA-E5025GB. To avoid problems and obtain the best results, please read this instruction booklet carefully before use. WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.
EN3 Introduction This USB Port Replicator is a unique expansion unit specially designed to complement the Notebook Computer and make it equivalent in many ways to a desktop PC. It provides some of the connection functions found on a desktop system. The USB Port Replicator allows you to add multiple high–performance USB 2.0 peripheral devices to your PC. Moreover, this product is fully backward compatible with the USB Revision 1.1 products, which means your previous USB 1.
4 EN Package Contents U B S T R O P MP -PR R C LI P E X1 R O AT USB Port Replicator AA-E5025GB AC Power Adapter Software CD-ROM MP-PRX1GB p.m USB Cable (1.
EN5 Hardware Installation LED Status Indicators LED POWER Color Descriptions Red Indicates that the power is on. 2 PORT HUB Green Indicates that both USB 2.0 ports are now ready and active. LAN (10/100) Green Indicates a data transfer rate of up to 100 Mbps. LAN (LINK) Green Indicates that an external device is connected to the LAN port and is ready to communicate. Figure 1: LED POWER 2 PORT HUB LAN (10/100) and LAN (LINK) U S B P O T R MP -PR R X1 E P LI C O AT R MP-PRX1GB p.
6 EN Connection to Mobile Mini Note PC MP -PR X1 U B S T R O P R L P E IC R TO A Figure 2: Connection to Mobile mini note PC Power adapter port ( ) TO PC port • Insert the jack of the AC adapter into the power adapter port ( ). • Connect the TO PC port to the Mobile mini note PC using the USB cable.
EN7 Other I/O Ports Figure 3: Other I/O ports USB TR POR EPL 1 X R -P M P TOR ICA USB 2.0 Ports KEYBOARD Port MOUSE Port SERIAL Port (RS-232C) PARALLEL Port DATA LINK Port LAN Port USB 2.0 Ports Before connecting a USB 2.0 device to one of the USB 2.0 ports, refer to the Software Installation section of this Instruction Manual.
8 EN Software Installation STEP 1 Connect the CD-ROM drive to the Mobile mini note PC and turn it on. Insert the Software CD-ROM. Supply power to USB Port Replicator using AC power adapter. Connect the Mobile mini note PC and the USB Port Replicator using the High-Speed Cable (USB cable) included with this port replicator. STEP 2 The Mobile mini note PC finds the GWU2E (USB 2.0 10/100 Base Ethernet Adapter) device of the USB Port Replicator. Select “Install the software automatically [Recommended]”.
EN9 The wizard has finished installing the software. Click Finish to continue. STEP 3 The Mobile mini note PC finds the USB Bridge Cable (USB device) of the USB Port Replicator. This wizard helps you install the device driver. Select “Install the software automatically [Recommended]”. Click Next to continue. MP-PRX1GB p.
10 EN The wizard has finished installing the software. Click Finish to continue. STEP 4 Next the PC-Linq Software is installed to enable the data link connection between the Mobile mini note PC and other external PC via the USB file transfer data link port (DATA LINK port). The “Welcome to the Install Shield Wizard for PC-linq” dialog window appears. Click Next to continue. MP-PRX1GB p.
EN11 Click Next to continue. Setup will add the program icon to the Program Folder. You may type a new folder name or select the default folder name. Click Next to continue. The PC-Linq icon will appear on the desktop. • Support Center PC-Linq software and driver http://www.goodway.com.tw/shop/online_service.asp MP-PRX1GB p.
12 EN STEP 5 The Mobile mini note PC finds the Prolific USB-to-Serial Comm Port of the USB Port Replicator. This wizard helps you install the device driver. Select “Install the software automatically [Recommended]”. Click Next to continue. The wizard has finished installing the software. Click Finish to continue. MP-PRX1GB p.
EN13 STEP 6 Installation Verification MP-PRX1GB p.
14 EN Appendix: Installing the PC-Linq Software and Driver in an External PC If you connect an external PC to the Mobile mini note PC via the DATA LINK port of the USB Port Replicator, you must install the PC-Linq software and driver on the external PC as well as instructed below. STEP 1A Start the PC you want to connect to. Insert the software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM driver of the PC you have just started. STEP 2A Supply power to USB Port Replicator using the AC power adapter.
EN15 The wizard has finished installing the software. Click Finish to continue. STEP 4A The PC-Linq Software is now installed. The “Welcome to the Install Shield Wizard for PC-Linq” dialog window appears. Click Next to continue. MP-PRX1GB p.
16 EN Click Next to continue. Setup will add the program icon to the Program Folder. You may type a new folder name or select the default folder name. Click Next to continue. The PC-Linq icon will appear on the desktop of the external PC. • Support Center PC-Linq software and driver http://www.goodway.com.tw/shop/online_service.asp MP-PRX1GB p.
EN17 Specifications Computer Port TO PC port (Upstream port) Type B receptacle I/O Ports 2 USB 2.0 ports Type A receptacles PS/2 KEYBOARD port Mini Din 6 pin PS/2 MOUSE port Mini Din 6 pin DATA LINK port Type B receptacle SERIAL port DB 9 pin male PARALLEL port DB 25 pin female 10/100Base-T LAN port 8P8C RJ45 shielding Power MP-PRX1GB p.m DC Input 5V, 2.5A Dimensions 178.0 (W) x 25.9 (H) x 55.5 (D) mm Weight Approx.
USB Port Replicator MP-PRX1GB B S U T R O P MP -PR X1 O AT C LI P E R R VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing the JVC MP-PRX1GB USB Port Replicator. 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Taiwan 0203KHY IDASS * Before Use Read and follow the instructions of this manual to use your USB Port Replicator. Always read the "Safety Instructions". Keep this manual for further reference.
Setting Up of USB Port Replicator (MP-PRX1GB) Installing the device driver Note ● Log on to the computer using user with administrator privilege to install. ● If the setting for "Driver Signing Options" is set to "Block", then the device driver cannot be installed. Change the "Driver Signing Options" settings. 1. 2. Turn the PC’s power on. 3. Check the drive display. GWU2E 4. Select [Install from a list or specific location] and click [Next].