JVC MP-XP5230GB Instructions Manual

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Mobile mini note PC
MP-XP7230GB/MP-XP5230GB
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Packed together with the MP-XP7230GB
are a USB Port Replicator
(MP-PRX1GB) and a CD-ROM drive
(MP-CDX1E).
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Packed together with the MP-XP5230GB
is a CD-ROM drive (MP-CDX1E).
(The operating instructions guide is
provided with each item packed.)
INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for purchasing the JVC MP-XP7230GB/MP-XP5230GB
Mobile mini note PC.
Before Use
Read and follow the instructions of this manual to use your Mobile
mini note PC correctly.
Always read the "Safety Precautions" and "Operation Notes." Keep
this manual and the warranty card for further reference.
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  • Page 1 CD-ROM drive (MP-CDX1E). (The operating instructions guide is provided with each item packed.) INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing the JVC MP-XP7230GB/MP-XP5230GB Mobile mini note PC. Before Use Read and follow the instructions of this manual to use your Mobile mini note PC correctly.
  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    The correct function on a public analogue telephone line and a wireless LAN network is confirmed with the listed cautions. Should you have any problem on a specific network, we kindly ask you to inform your JVC Service Centre the nature of the problem and details of which service provider you are using.
  • Page 3: Some Do's And Don'ts On The Safe Use Of Equipment

    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.
  • Page 4: When Using The Wireless Lan

    • 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.
  • Page 5: Cautions

    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.
  • Page 6: Checking Inventory

    • Mobile mini note PC • Modem cable (1.8-meters long) Lithium ion battery pack • BN-LL21E Large-capacity (only MP-XP7230GB) • BN-LS12E standard (only MP-XP5230GB) • Instruction manual (this book) •Warranty card • MP-ACX1E AC power adapter (including dedicated AC cable) • Telephone adapter •...
  • Page 7: Jvc Software License Agreement

    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. If You do not agree to the terms of the Agreement, you may not use the Software any more.
  • Page 8 8. Termination (1) Should You breach any provision of this Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreement without giving any notice to You. In this event, JVC may claim against You any damages caused by Your breach. (2) Should this Agreement be terminated, You should immediately destroy the Software including any copy (including erasure from any memory in the Product) and any associated Materials, and then will not possess them.
  • Page 9: End-User License Agrement

    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.
  • Page 10 Should You breach any provision of this Agreement, JVC may terminate this Agreement without giving any notice to You. In this event, JVC may claim against You any damages caused by Your breach. Should this Agreement be terminated, You should immediately destroy the Software stored in Your machine (including erasure from any memory in Your PC), and then will not possess such Software.
  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Turn-OFF ... 22 JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE ... 24 Setup of JVC Original Software ... 24 DVC’s USB Drivers ... 25 CC Converter ... 27 STANDARD APPLICATION ... 30 To set Up the Standard Applications Again ...
  • Page 12: Parts And Component Names

    PC card slot PC card eject button Wireless LAN antenna (model MP- XP7230GB only) (On/Off) Key Lithium ion battery pack BN-LS12E standard (MP-XP5230GB only) BN-LL21E Large-capacity (MP-XP7230GB only) DC Input connector Modem jack LAN connector External monitor output Display panel...
  • Page 13 Wireless LAN antenna (model MP-XP7230GB only) Wireless LAN antenna (model MP-XP7230GB only)
  • Page 15: Setting Up

    SETTING UP...
  • Page 16: Setting Up

    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.
  • Page 17 3. Open the display panel Buckle 1 Slightly pull up the buckle of the Note PC, and the display panel will be unlocked. 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.
  • Page 18 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.
  • Page 19: Turn-On

    HDD access lamp Wireless LAN access lamp When wireless LAN is accessed (model MP-XP7230GB only) SD access lamp (model MP-XP5230GB only) Num Lock lamp Caps Lock lamp Scroll Lock lamp * This lamp flashes while the access point, etc. is being searched.
  • Page 20: Initial Setup Of Microsoft Windows

    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.
  • Page 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.
  • Page 22: Turn-Off

    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 Before closing the LCD panel, make sure that Tips...
  • Page 23: Jvc Original Software And System Applications

    JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS...
  • Page 24: Jvc Original Software

    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.) • JVC’s DVC (Digital Video Camera) utilities Tips •...
  • Page 25: Dvc's Usb Drivers

    • The driver to be set up depends on the DVC operation mode. • There is no operation problem although the "has not passed Windows Logo testing… " message appears. 1) If "The hardware: JVC DV Camera Storage" message appears:...
  • Page 26 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.
  • Page 27: Cc Converter

    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.
  • Page 28 ¡ More natural The CC converter functions to reproduce the original sound with the highest possible fidelity. The “More natural” level is suited to listening to non-compressed high-quality data through large-sized speakers. JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS...
  • Page 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.
  • Page 30: Standard Application

    TV screen or PC screen. Cautions • For communication using the USB connection, this software is supported by JVC’s digital video camera with the GR-DVP9EK and later model numbers. (It is also supported by old model numbers i.Link is used for communication.)
  • Page 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.
  • Page 32: To Set Up The Standard Applications Again

    3. Click an application program you want to uninstall. Click the [Change/Remove] button. 4. When you see a "Are you sure you want to remove ...?" message, click [Yes]. 5. The uninstaller will remove the selected application program. JVC ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AND SYSTEM APPLICATIONS...
  • Page 33: Navigate In The Internet World

    NAVIGATE IN THE INTERNET WORLD!
  • Page 34: To Connect To The Internet

    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."...
  • Page 35: Connection Of Telephone Line And Modem Setup

    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.
  • Page 36 3. Seting up the modem 1 Click [start] and [Control Panel] in this order. 2 Click [Printers and Other Hardware]. 3 Click [Phone and Modem Options]. 4 When the "Location Information" screen appears, enter a city code in the "area code" field.
  • Page 37: The Internet Connection Setup

    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.
  • Page 38 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"...
  • Page 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.
  • Page 40 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.
  • Page 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.
  • Page 42: Connecting To The Internet

    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"...
  • Page 43: Disconnection From The Internet

    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.
  • Page 44: Accessing A Web Page

    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"...
  • Page 45: E-Mailing

    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.
  • Page 46 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 can change it if necessary.
  • Page 47 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.
  • Page 48: Sending And Receiving E-Mails

    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. Connect to the provider. Create 1.
  • Page 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"...
  • Page 50 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.
  • Page 51: Hardware

    HARDWARE...
  • Page 52: Using The Pointing Device

    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. Left button ¡ Stick operations Usually operate the stick using your index finger.
  • Page 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"...
  • Page 54: Using Hot Keys

    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 Reduces the screen brightness level. Use this command to reduce the brightness level if the screen is too bright.
  • Page 55: If A Key Top Has Come Off

    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.
  • Page 56: Increasing The (Optional) Memory Capacity

    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.
  • Page 57: Adding Or Removing A Memory Board

    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.
  • Page 58 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.
  • Page 59: Checking The Additional Memory Board

    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"...
  • Page 60: Using The Sd Memory Card Slot

    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.
  • Page 61: Using An External Monitor

    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.
  • Page 62 * How to enable and disable the expansion display with an LCD resolution of 800 x 600 1) Press the Alt + F2 keys when the system starts up (when the JVC logo is displayed). 2) The “Award BIOS Setup Utility” screen will appear. Select [Advanced] using the key.
  • Page 63: Connecting To A Network

    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.
  • Page 64 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.
  • Page 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.
  • Page 66 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. HARDWARE...
  • Page 67: General Description Of Wireless Lan

    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.
  • Page 68: Suggestions For Using The Wireless Lan

    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.
  • Page 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].
  • Page 70 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. HARDWARE...
  • Page 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”...
  • Page 72 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.
  • Page 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.
  • Page 74 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.
  • Page 75: How To Shut Down The Wireless Lan Functions

    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.
  • Page 76: Checking The Battery Level

    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.
  • Page 77: Power-Saving Mode

    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.
  • Page 78 • 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.
  • Page 79: Unknown Partition On Hard Disk

    Unknown partition on hard disk 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: •...
  • Page 81: Pc Recovery (Repeated Pc Setup)

    PC RECOVERY (REPEATED PC SETUP)
  • Page 82: Setting Up Your Pc Again

    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.
  • Page 83: System Recovery Procedure

    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.
  • Page 84 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.
  • Page 85: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING...
  • Page 86: Q&A

    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 The power does not turn on.
  • Page 87: Startup And Operation Of Windows

    Startup and Operation of Windows The screen has hung. 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.
  • Page 88 Use the following procedure to start up your PC in the safe mode. 1. Turn on the PC. 2. As soon as the JVC logo appears, hold down the F8 key. Tips If the F8 key is pressed too late, Windows tries to make a normal startup.
  • Page 89: Display

    Display The PC is turned on but nothing appears on the screen. 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.
  • Page 90: Using The Internet

    Using the Internet I cannot dial up. 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. ¡...
  • Page 91 The PC dials but connection is not established. 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. ¡...
  • Page 92 In cases like this, change to a setting other than “Max Battery” or “Presentation” (such as “Portable/Laptop”). The PC cannot send or receive e-mail messages. If you are using the Outlook Express software, check the e-mail software settings.
  • Page 93: Wireless Lan

    Wireless LAN (MP-XP7230GB only) 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.
  • Page 94: Battery

    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.
  • Page 95: Sd Memory Cards

    SD memory cards 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.
  • Page 96: Miscellaneous

    Miscellaneous The PC is hot. 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. The PC makes no sound. Check the following ¡Check if the speaker is muted.
  • Page 97 • To bring up the BIOS menu, turn on the PC and press the Alt and F2 keys while the JVC logo screen is shown. Do not change the BIOS setting unless you have adequate knowledge of computers. A wrong setting can make your PC unable to start up again or, worse, damage it.
  • Page 98 FRANGE & ANTWORTEN...
  • Page 99: Appendix

    APPENDIX...
  • Page 100: List Of Support Centres

    APPENDIX 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.com...
  • Page 101: Trademark Notice

    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.
  • Page 102: Specification

    This is due to the LCD-specific structure, not a malfunction. The MP-XP7230GP comes with a large battery pack, and the MP-XP5230GP comes with a standard battery pack. APPENDIX MP-XP5230GB Windows XP Professional Pentium III processor-M...
  • Page 103: Wireless Lan Specifications

    Wireless LAN specifications (MP-XP7230GB only) Wireless frequency band Modulation system Spread spectrum system Rated output Communication speed Reception sensitivity Spread delay (under FER 1%) Communication distance Note: There is a correlation between the communication distance of a wireless device and its communication speed: The lower the communication speed of the wireless communication, the further the communication distance.
  • Page 104: Options (Separately Available)

    Options (separately available) Option name CD-ROM drive *1 Standard lithium ion battery pack *2 Large-capacity lithium ion battery pack *3 Battery charger *4 AC adapter *2 External display cable Connected with a PC card and powered from the Mobile mini note PC. Maximum read speed is 16x.
  • Page 105 0197 · 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. · The built-in V.90 modem is installed for use on official analog telephone lines in Germany, UK, Austria, France and Switzerland.
  • Page 106 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.
  • Page 107 Supplementary instructions for using internal wireless LAN If the wireless network connection has been disabled, the wireless LAN status icon the wireless network icon 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.
  • Page 108 USB Port Replicator MP-PRX INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for purchasing the JVC MP-PRX 1GB USB Port Replicator. 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.
  • Page 109 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.
  • Page 110 Introduction This USB Port Replicator is a unique expansion unit specially designed to comple- ment 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 pe- ripheral devices to your PC.
  • Page 111 Package Contents USB Port Replicator AA-E5025GB AC Power Adapter USB Cable (1.8 meters long) Software CD-ROM Instruction Manual (this booklet)
  • Page 112: Hardware Installation

    Hardware Installation LED Status Indicators Color POWER 2 PORT HUB Green LAN (10/100) Green LAN (LINK) Green Figure 1: LED Descriptions Indicates that the power is on. Indicates that both USB 2.0 ports are now ready and active. Indicates a data transfer rate of up to 100 Mbps. Indicates that an external device is connected to the LAN port and is ready to communicate.
  • Page 113 Connection to Mobile Mini Note PC Figure 2: Connection to Mobile mini note PC • 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. •...
  • Page 114 Other I/O Ports Figure 3: Other I/O ports 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. PS/2 KEYBOARD and MOUSE Ports If you connect an IBM PC compatible PS/2 standard keyboard or mouse to the USB Port Replicator, Windows will automatically install the driver without the CD-ROM.
  • Page 115: Software Installation

    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.
  • Page 116 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.
  • Page 117 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).
  • Page 118 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...
  • Page 119 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.
  • Page 120 STEP 6 Installation Verification...
  • Page 121 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.
  • Page 122 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.
  • Page 123 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 • Support Center PC-Linq software and driver http://www.goodway.com.tw/shop/online_service.asp will appear on the desktop of the external PC.
  • Page 124: Specifications

    Specifications Computer Port I/O Ports Power Dimensions Weight Environment TO PC port (Upstream port) Type B receptacle 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...
  • Page 125 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED Printed in Taiwan 0203KHY IDASS 2003 VICTOR COMPANY OF JAPAN, LIMITED...
  • Page 126 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.

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