Casio MPC-205E User Manual

P1P2P3MODE BMODE BMODE BMODE AMODE AMODE ALANFIVAUser’s Guide(Product No.: MPC-205E/206E)CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.6-2, Hon-machi 1-chomeShibuya-ku, Tok

8Before Using FIVA• This product has been designed and manufactured under stringentquality control. Should you suspect FIVA is defective or malfunctio

99AppendixSystem RestorationUsing the supplied “Product Recovery CD-ROM”, you can restore thesystem and applications back to the factory defaults.When

100Starting up from the “Product Recovery CD-ROM”Though FIVA is preset to start up from its hard disk, you can start upFIVA from “Product Recovery CD-

101AppendixSetting the Partition of Hard Disk/Initializing the Hard DiskStarting up from the “Product Recovery CD-ROM” automatically startsthe system

1022. Creating the Linux preferences.=================================================================================================================

103Appendix4. Start installation of Windows Me.When the screen shown below appears, press Enter.MeMe•••5. Run Scan Disk.When the screen shown below ap

1046. Exit Scan Disk.After Scan Disk finishes its check, type Exit to exit it.Exiting Scan Disk changes starts Windows Me installation.The screen chan

105Appendix7. Select the directory where you want Windows Me installed.Make sure that C:\WINDOWS is selected as the installation directory,and then cl

1069. Select the Windows Me files you want installed.Make sure that “Install the most common componentsrecommended.” is selected, and then click Next

107Appendix11. Specify your time zone.12. Skip the screens for making a startup disk.Click Next> on the screen shown below.NoteA startup disk is a

9System Recovery• This product comes with Windows Me and a collection of utilitysoftware pre-installed on its hard disk. Should the problem occur toth

108Click the Cancel button when the screen below appears.In response to the confirmation message that appears, click Cancel.The screens for making a s

109Appendix13. Start the file copy operation.When the screen shown below appears, click Finish to start the filecopy operation.It takes about 15 minut

11015. Specify the computer name and work group name respectively.Input a computer name and work group name and then click Close.For example, Input “F

111AppendixMaking Windows Me SettingsUse the following procedure to make Windows Me settings required forinstallation after formatting the hard disk i

1123. Input the Product Key number.• Input the Product Key number that is printed on the Certificate ofAuthenticity affixed to the back of this unit,

113Appendix• The Setup Wizard copies files from the CD-ROM and installsWindows Me.4. The screen changes to the “Windows is now setting up the followin

1145. The setup is performed automatically and after that, the WindowsMe restarts automatically.6. Type in your user name and password.Type in your us

115AppendixWhen the Windows Me starts up, the Welcome to Windows Me screenappears.7. The Windows Me desk top screen appears.Next, perform the procedur

116Installing applications from the “Product Recovery CD-ROM”Installing the CASIO ApplicationsSome applications are installed in this unit at the fact

117Appendix4. Double-click the SETUP icon or AR405ENG.exe in the folder youopened. This launches the installer for the application. Follow theinstruct

10Precaution Label• The label shown above is affixed to the bottom of FIVA.Be sure to carefully observe these precautions at all times. Neverremove th

118Making Screen SettingsRestoring the system causes the Windows Me display fonts andwallpaper to be set to initial default settings. Use the followin

119AppendixInstalling Microsoft Me ComponentsThe components available after you install Microsoft Windows Me aredifferent from those installed on FIVA

1203. Click the Windows Setup tab.The names of components that are already installed have acheckmark next to them.4. Select the components you want to

121AppendixMaking a Startup DiskA startup disk is a floppy diskette that contains the system files requiredto start up the system. It starts up the sy

122The following explanation on pages 122 to 128 is about the TerminalEquipment embedded in CASSIOPEIA FIVA series and described byfollowing the rules

123AppendixThe telephone company may make changes in it’s facilities, equipment,operations or procedures that could affect the operation of theequipme

124This equipment is registered with the FCC under Part 68 as a componentdevice for use with CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD. models CASSIOPEIAFIVA Series. In

125AppendixFor users in CanadaNOTICE: The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. Thiscertification means that the equipment meets tele

126Function Protocol Speed CommentNetwork control functions Automatic Send and Receive by built-in NCUModem protocolsConforms to the following protoco

127AppendixFIVA with embedded FB1456VQL12Connecting to telephone lineThe modular cable that comes with the modem shall be used to connectthe modem to

11Options• Be sure to carefully follow the procedures provided in the applicableUser’s Guides whenever connecting or disconnecting peripherals.Failure

128Connector for communication(for connection to the dedicated Modular cable)Connecting to the FIVATurn off the power of the FIVA first and then conne

129AppendixTroubleshootingThis section describes what you should do whenever you start toexperience problems with operation of FIVA, its peripherals,

130System OutlineHave the following information handy whenever you request usersupport.Memo about your systemOther information about FIVA can be found

131AppendixPower SupplyNoteFor safety reasons, FIVA is designed so CPU Clock Speed slows downwhenever internal temperature rises above a certain level

132Display ProblemsSymptomNothing on the display, Power indicatorlamp is not lit.Display has gone blank.The operator cannot remember theWindows Me pas

133AppendixSoftware ProblemsSymptomCannot hear speaker output.Nothing comes out of the speaker, evenwhen a pair of headphones is notplugged in.Sound o

134Peripheral Operation ProblemsSymptomCannot use a PC/CF card.The unit is locked when using the PC cardor USB device.Cannot use the floppy disk drive

135AppendixText Input ProblemsPrinting ProblemsSymptomThe keyboard is shift locked.Nothing happens when keyboard keysare pressed.Nothing happens when

136SymptomPower indicator lamp flashes redimmediately after charging thebattery pack.FIVA suddenly hangs up.System runs too slow (1).System runs too s

137AppendixSymptomHot keys do not work.Mobile Cockpit is not displayed.The pointer does not move.Windows Me is hung up.The Fn+F7 mute function fails t

12Danger• Use this product for only specified CASIO product.• Never take this product apart or modify it or apply an impact on it.• Never allow the po

138Problems Following Restoration of the SystemFIVA MalfunctionSymptomStandard bundled applications donot work.Screen fonts are too small.Wallpaper is

139AppendixModel MPC-205E MPC-206ECPUTransmeta Crusoe TM5600 500MHz Transmeta Crusoe TM5600 600MHzBuilt-in Cache Memory 128KB (1), 512KB (2)BIOS ROM 5

140*1 Though the FIVA TFT LCD is a very high quality display device, there may be timesthat brightness is uneven and when fine specs appear on the scr

141AppendixOptions ListThe useful options shown below are available for use with the FIVA MPC-205E/206E.Interface CardCD-ROM DRIVEMemory Expansion DIM

FIVA User’s Guide(Product Nos.: MPC-205E/206E)1st. ed. 2001-04CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.6-2, Hon-machi 1-chomeShibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, JapanNotes• Th

P1P2P3MODE BMODE BMODE BMODE AMODE AMODE ALANFIVAUser’s Guide(Product No.: MPC-205E/206E)CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.6-2, Hon-machi 1-chomeShibuya-ku, Tok

13Maintenance and CareNormal CareShut down the power and unplug the power cord from thepower outlet before cleaning FIVA. Cleaning FIVA with thepower

14The CE marking below applies to the EU region. Declarator of conformity is as follows:GUIDELINES LAID DOWN BY FCC RULES FOR USE OF THIS UNIT IN THE

15123AppendixContentsPacking List ...1Safety Precautions

16Chapter 3 Supplementary Information ...59Connecting Peripherals ...

17Appendix ...97System Restoration ...

FIVA User’s Guide(Product Nos.: MPC-205E/206E)1st. ed. 2001-04CASIO COMPUTER CO., LTD.6-2, Hon-machi 1-chomeShibuya-ku, Tokyo 151-8543, JapanNotes• Th

18About This User’s GuideThis User’s Guide is divided into the five sections shown below. Be sureyou read the section titled “Before Using FIVA” start

Getting ReadyChapter 1This chapter provides you withgeneral description of functionsand part names, and otherinformation you need to knowbefore trying

211P1P2P3MODE BMODE BMODE BMODE AMODE AMODE ALANRelease leverPart Names and Their FunctionsThe part names introduced in this chapter are used througho

22P1P2P3MODE BMODE BMODE BMODE AMODE AMODE ALAN!8KeyboardqMonitorFrontwMonitor release lever and latcheE-mail buttonrInternet buttontMemo buttonySoftw

231qMonitor8.6-inch color TFT LCD (SVGA)wMonitor release lever ( ) and latchSlide this lever to the right to open the monitor.You can close the moni

24PCMCIA CARDBackqModem portwCF CARD sloteRGB portrIEEE1394 porttPC card(PCMCIA CARD) slotyReset switchuBattery pack release latchiBattery pack

251qModem portPlug the modular cable into this port to connect the telephone line via the built-in modem.wCF CARD slot (CF CARD)Insert a CF card into

26KeyboardThis section describes the basic functions of the keyboard. Actualkeyboard functions may differ in accordance with the application youare us

271Key NameEscapeFunctionInsertDeletePauseBackspaceEnter (Return)ShiftCursorPage Up, Page DownApplicationWindowsSpaceAlternateFnControlCaps LockTabNo.

1• Do not dispose of the box and packing materials. Use the box and packing materialsfor storage and transport.Windows MeFiVACDWindowsP1P2P3MODE BMODE

28 Shift+CapsLockCtrl+Alt+DelFn+Prt scAlt+Fn+Del+R+MShift+ +M+F1+E+FCtrl+ +F+Tab+BreakKey Combinations• Key combinations where you must hold down one

291NumLock KeypadHolding down Fn and pressing F11 activates NumLock, which assignsnumeric keypad functions to the keyboard keys shown below. PressFn+F

30Control Buttons and StickFIVA has a stick, two control buttons and a center button to control thepointer ().• StickThis can be used to control the p

311FunctionClickDouble-clickDrag anddropClick with theright controlbuttonScrollControl Button OperationMove the pointer to the desired position and pr

32Changing a stick capThe stick cap is an expendable item. It can be replaced with a suppliednew one when it is worn.ImportantPut the cap on the stick

331Before Using FIVA for the First TimeThough operation is possible using the AC adaptor only, it is a goodidea to attach the battery pack and charge

34To remove the battery packBefore removing the battery pack, be sure to turn off the power. (Whenthe AC adaptor is connected to FIVA and a power outl

3512. Connect the plug of the AC adaptor to the AC adaptor IN port (DC IN16V) on the side panel of FIVA (e).The BAT ( ) indicator lights orange while

36Note• If the battery pack is attached to FIVA, do not unplug the AC adaptoruntil the BAT () indicator lamp turns green (full charge). This helpsto e

Using FIVAChapter 2This chapter covers suchoperations as turning on power,setting up Windows Me, andother operational procedures.

2 Warning!Safety Precautions• To use this product safely and correctly, read this User’s Guidethoroughly and operate as instructed.After reading this

392Turning on Power the First TimeThe first time you turn on the power, you must perform a Windows Mesetup procedure. You need to perform this procedu

404. The CASIO logo appears for a few moments.And, the “Windows Me” screen appears.After the CASIO logo appears, the screen goes blank and thenWindows

4125. “Select your time zone” appears.Select your local area and click Next.6. Read and agree to the Software License Agreement.• Be sure you read the

427. Input the Product Key number.• Input the Product Key number that is printed on the Certificate ofAuthenticity affixed to the back of this unit, a

4328. Register with the Microsoft.You can register with the online system.If you do not want to register immediately, you can register afterward.9. Wh

44• The above screen appears after Windows Me setup is complete.Now Windows Me will start up whenever you turn on FIVA. For fulldetails on using Windo

452Shutting Down the PowerThis section describes various ways to turn off the power.Select “Shut down”, “Restart”, “Stand by” or “Hibernate” from the

46To shut down Windows Me from the Start menuIn this mode, Windows Me is completely shut down and FIVA isconsuming almost no battery power. This mode

472To enter the Standby Mode from the Start menuThe status of LCD, Windows Me and any applications that are runningis retained in memory, so they can

3 Warning!Handling FIVAShould FIVA malfunction, start to emit smoke or astrange odor, or otherwise behave abnormally,immediately shut down the power,

48To enter the Hibernation Mode from the Start menuThe Hibernation Mode is recommended when you do not plan to useyour computer for a long time, but y

492Important• Avoid entering the Hibernation Mode while a communication operationis in progress, or while a peripheral (disk, printer, etc.) is in use

50Using the Sleep functionFIVE has the Sleep function to save power as a standard function.This means the Hibernation Mode or Standby Mode described b

512Turning On PowerSlide and hold the power switch ( ), and then release it when thePW-LED lights up.Turning on FIVA power after you set up Windows M

52Using the Battery PackFIVA comes with a standard battery pack when you purchase it. Onceyou charge the battery pack, you can use FIVA without being

532 Power Indicator MeaningLit orange FIVA being powered by battery pack.Flashing orange Standby mode (with only battery pack inuse)Flashing Red Low b

54Using the Battery Pack EfficientlyThe amount of operating time you get from the battery pack is greatlyaffected by operating conditions and how you

552ImportantBe sure you use the correct battery pack. On the “Options List” (page141) comes with FIVA, find the battery pack whose model numbermatches

56Using the One Touch Operation ButtonsThere are 3 types of Keys; “E-mail button”, “Internet button” and “Memobutton”.P2P3P1MODE BMODE BMODE BMODE AMO

572Memo button (P3)When the Memo button ( ) is pressed, the “Microsoft Notepad” softwarestarts up.The “Notepad” is installed as the memo software wh

4AC100~240V Warning!Power Plug and AC AdaptorNoteAC cord plug and wall outlet illustrated in this User’s Guide shows thetwo-pin plug type. It may not

SupplementaryInformationChapter 3This chapter contains informationabout how to connect peripheralsand about convenient functions.

613Connecting PeripheralsPeripherals mean a a CD-ROM drive, an external floppy disk drive, etc.that can be connected to this unit. This section descri

62To connect microphoneConnect the microphone plug to the microphone port ( ) on the front ofthis unit.Use a microphone which has the monaural mini ja

633Modular cableConnecting to the modem portThe built-in 56kbps modem provides a high-speed data communicationand facsimile transmission/reception cap

64Connecting to the USB port The USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a standard interface specification forthe connections of the USB compatible peripherals

653Using the floppy disk driveThe optional USB compatible floppy disk drive (MPC-240FDD) isavailable for this unit. The two types of floppy disk can b

66Connecting a PrinterA USB compatible printer can be connected to the USB port of thisunit.Installing the printer driver is required for using the pr

673Using External MonitorConnect an external monitor to FIVA so that the operation can beperformed while viewing the big-screen. (Use the supplied RGB

5Supplied battery pack Warning!Do not cover the AC adaptor with a blanket, etc., or donot place FIVA on the heating rug, near a heater, etc.Doing so m

68NoteYou can specify the resolution and number of colors only when usingan external monitor. Right click on the Windows Me desktop and selectProperti

693Connecting to the IEEE1394 portVarious devices such as digital video camera, etc. can be connectedto the IEEE1394 port. The procedure to connect a

70Using a PC CardUsing a PC CardFIVA has one PC Card Standard PCMCIA TYPE II PC card slot (includingcard compatible with the Card BUS).You can use a P

7131. Stop using the PC card.Click the Mobile Cockpit PC Card button () or double-click thePC Card button () on the indicator area to open PC Card(PCM

72Inserting a PC cardMake sure that the PC card is oriented correctly when you insert it intothe PC card slot. Inserting the PC card into the slot ups

733Using a CF CardUsing a CF CardFIVA has one CF TYPE I/II CF (Compact Flash) card slot. You can use aCF card to load the expansion memory or hard dis

74Inserting a CF cardMake sure that PC card is oriented correctly when you insert it into theCF card slot. Inserting the CF card into the slot upside

753Removing a CF cardBefore removing a CF card from the slot, first click the Mobile CockpitPC Card button ( ) and disable CF card operation and then

76Loading an Expansion MemoryYou can expand the FIVA memory by installing an expansion memoryboard. Expanded memory can help applications and large-vo

7733. Turn FIVA again so that it is facing up.Push the attachments towards the unit and lift them slightly (q) andthen remove the hooks. And lift the

6 Caution!Handling FIVADo not place FIVA on an unstable or uneven surface.Doing so can cause FIVA to fall, creating the danger ofmalfunction, fire, an

785. When the keyboard is removed, the expansion memory slot appears.Pushing the both sides of the expansion memory slot outwards (q),pull the install

793Installing the expansion memory boardPerform steps 1 to 4 of the procedure of “Removing the expansionmemory board.”5. When the keyboard is removed,

80Using the “Mobile Cockpit II”The CASIO original application software “Mobile Cockpit II” is installedin this unit. The “Mobile Cockpit II” is always

813q Switching the tool barThe Mobile Cockpit has the Control bar and Launcher bar. You canswitch the display between them depending on your usage. W

822. Confirm that the button of the application you registered is displayedin the Launcher bar.To register applications from the “My Computer”.1. Drag

833To delete the application you registered1. Clicking the Switching the tool bar button in the Mobile Cockpit toswitch to the Launcher bar from the C

84w PanelChanging the display position of the tool barBy dragging the panel, the “Mobile Cockpit II” can be displayed in thefollowing 5 positions of

853Pop-up menuWhen you right-click this part, the pop-up menu is displayed.Auto hideWhen the check mark is put in the Auto hide, the tool bar is hidde

86Version infoThis displays the version information of the Mobile Cockpit.ExitThis closes the application of the “Mobile Cockpit II”. When you want to

873You can display the Windows standard files by pressing the referringbutton and select desired application and then register it in each of onetouch

7 Caution!Power Cord and PeripheralsDo not overly bend the power cord, do not allow it to becaught between desks or other furniture, and neverplace he

88ImportantYou can also specify the power management setting of this unit byselecting “Control panel” → “Power Management” → “The property ofPower Man

893ECONOMYUSER ACThis setting is when the power is supplied to this unit by the AC adaptor.USER DCThis setting is when the power is supplied to this u

90Settings (Preferences)The initial setting can be set to use this unit. The 5 settings of “Built-inLAN on/off”, “Priority of starting up devices (Boo

913Power Switch ActionYou can set to each of the “Stand by”, the “Hibernate” or the “Shutdown” when you slide the power switch to turn off the power w

92t Brightness controlYou can adjust the brightness ofLCD monitor.Adjust the brightness of LCDmonitor by dragging the controlbar. After adjusting it,

933i PC card propertiesThis button has the two functions and the display can be switched inthe “Settings” described before.The () button opens the PC

94( ) buttonConnects or disconnects the PC card (PCMCIA). When this button isclicked, this unit confirms the connecting condition of the PC card, andc

953!0 Battery ControlThis window displays the condition of the battery pack. You can checkthe connecting condition of the battery pack, the remaining

96!1 Battery indicatorThis indicator always displays the remaining power or estimatedremaining time of the battery pack, etc.• When using only the ba

AppendixThis appendix tells you how tosolve the problem and how torestore FIVA to the defaultsettings.