Casio BE-300- Manuals

Page 3 - Safety Precautions; Note; Markings and Symbols; Health Precautions

3 Safety Precautions Congratulations upon your selection of the CASSIOPEIA. Be sure to read the followingSafety Precautions before trying to use it for the first time. Note All mentions of “the unit” in the following precautions refer to the CASSIOPEIA. Markings and Symbols The following are the mea...

Page 4 - Abnormal Conditions

4 Precautions During Use Warning Abnormal Conditions • Continued use of the unit while it is emitting smoke or strange odor createsthe danger of fire and electrical shock. Immediately turn off power, unplugthe AC adapter from the wall outlet, remove batteries, and contact youroriginal dealer or an a...

Page 5 - Caution; Memory Protection; Built-in Battery Pack

5 Caution Memory Protection • Be sure to keep separate copies of all important data by saving it on acomputer hard disk or other medium. Note that all data stored in unitmemory is deleted whenever batteries go dead. Memory contents can alsobecome lost or corrupted due to malfunction and repair of th...

Page 8 - Operating Precautions

8 Operating Precautions The CASSIOPEIA is a precision digital instrument. Incorrect operation and roughhandling can cause data storage problems and other malfunction. Be sure to read thefollowing precautions to ensure proper operation. • Charge the battery pack as soon as possible when its power goe...

Page 9 - Take care to avoid spilling water or drinks on the CASSIOPEIA.; Important

9 • Never insert foreign objects into connectors, slots, or other openings. • Take care to avoid spilling water or drinks on the CASSIOPEIA. • Use only the stylus that comes with the CASSIOPEIA to press the [RESET] button. • Never use a pen, pencil, or other sharp writing implement. Doing so can scr...

Page 10 - Built-in Battery Pack Service Life; “Internal Battery Warning; appears on the display when you turn; Disposing of Your CASSIOPEIA

10 Built-in Battery Pack Service Life Though the built-in battery pack is rechargeable, it requires periodic replacement afterit is used for a long time. If the message “Internal Battery Warning The internal battery is low. Continued use may result in loss of ability to storedata. Charge the battery...

Page 12 - Contents

12 Contents Safety Precautions ............................................................................................ 3 Health Precautions .................................................................................................. 3Precautions During Use ...................................

Page 13 - Terms and Symbols used in this manual; The term “unit” in this manual refers to the CASSIOPEIA.; ” indicates important information about a procedure

13 Terms and Symbols used in this manual • The term “unit” in this manual refers to the CASSIOPEIA. • The symbol “ Important ” indicates important information about a procedure that can result in problems if not performed correctly. Be sure to read suchinformation carefully. Using a CompactFlash Car...

Page 14 - Getting Ready; Initial Setup; Use the AC adapter to charge the battery pack.; The Top Menu appears on the screen after setup is complete.

14 Getting Ready Initial Setup After you first unpack your CASSIOPEIA, perform the following initial setupprocedure before using it for the first time. 1. Use the AC adapter to charge the battery pack. Important • Make sure you charge the battery pack before using your CASSIOPEIA for the firsttime. ...

Page 15 - What should I do after reading this; Hardware Manual; What should I do if I run into problems?

15 Where to go for information... Your CASSIOPEIA comes with two manuals: this Hardware Manual and a separate CASSIOPEIA User’s Guide . Be sure to read the contents of this Hardware Manual first. What should I do after reading this Hardware Manual ? Read the CASSIOPEIA User’s Guide next to find out ...

Page 16 - Operations; General Guide

16 Operations General Guide Reset button Serial connector For connection of the cradle or theCASSIOPEIA USB cable. Charge indicator (Amber) Lights amber when the battery pack is chargingand goes off when full charge is achieved. Stylus Card slot Touch screen Perform operations and inputdata by tappi...

Page 17 - Using the Stylus; and images. Drag in a list to select multiple items.; Take care to avoid breaking the tip of the stylus.

17 Using the Stylus Data input and virtually all other operations are performed using a stylus, which ishoused inside the stylus holder in the higher right corner of the CASSIOPEIA. The following defines the various operations that you can perform with the stylus. Tap ...................... Touch th...

Page 18 - Press the [Top Menu] button to display the Top Menu, and then tap; Settings; You can also adjust contrast as follows.

18 Removing the cover Gently pull outwards on either of the cover hinges indicated by the arrows in theillustration until the hinge is free, and then remove the cover. Make sure you do notapply excessive force when removing the cover. Recalibrating the Touch Screen You should recalibrate the touch s...

Page 19 - Adjusting Display Brightness; Adjusting Auto Dimming Settings; On the dialog box that appears, tap the; Using the Cradle; Make the screen brighter

19 Adjusting Display Brightness Use the following operations to adjust display brightness to make it easier to read. 1. Press the [Top Menu] button to display the Top Menu, and then tap Settings - Brightness . 2. On the dialog box that appears, tap the Brightness tab. 3. Follow the instructions that...

Page 20 - Changing the Cradle Configuration; Use the following procedure to place the unit onto the cradle.

20 Changing the Cradle Configuration The cradle has a back board which you can set to any one of the three positions shownin the illustration below. Use the position that suits the configuration of theCASSIOPEIA unit you are setting on the cradle. CASSIOPEIA + PC Card Unit CASSIOPEIA + External Powe...

Page 21 - To remove the CASSIOPEIA from the cradle; Lift the CASSIOPEIA straight up from the cradle.

21 4. Orient the CASSIOPEIA in relation to the cradle as shown in the illustration below. 5. Taking care to align the serial connector on the bottom of the CASSIOPEIA with the connector on the cradle, lower the CASSIOPEIA into the cradle as shown in theillustration below. Important • Make sure the C...

Page 22 - Connecting the Cradle to a Computer; Using the CASSIOPEIA USB Cable; Quick Start Guide

22 Connecting the Cradle to a Computer The cradle has a USB cable for connection to a computer. Connect the end of the cableto a USB port of the computer to which you want to connect. Important • See “Required System Configuration” on page 24 for details on the type of computersystem required for us...

Page 23 - To connect to a computer using the CASSIOPEIA USB cable; Plug the USB cable into the USB port of your computer.; Using the CASSIOPEIA Serial Cable

23 To connect to a computer using the CASSIOPEIA USB cable ImportantBefore connecting your CASSIOPEIA to a computer, make sure you first installthe PC Connect software on your computer. Use the steps below to connect theCASSIOPEIA to your computer when prompted to do so during the softwareinstallati...

Page 24 - To connect to a computer using the CASSIOPEIA serial cable; Required System Configuration; Minimum System Requirements for PC Connect

24 To connect to a computer using the CASSIOPEIA serial cable ImportantBefore connecting your CASSIOPEIA to a computer, make sure you first installthe PC Connect software on your computer. Use the steps below to connect theCASSIOPEIA to your computer when prompted to do so during the softwareinstall...

Page 25 - requirements to run Microsoft Outlook

25 • 16 MB of memory for Windows 95/98 (more memory will give improvedperformance) or Windows NT Workstation 4.0 (32 MB recommended for WindowsNT, 64 MB recommended for Windows 2000), 32 MB of memory for Windows Me • Hard disk drive with 30 MB of available hard disk space (actual requirements willva...

Page 26 - Using the AC Adapter; Direct Connection; Power also will not turn on if the battery pack is dead.

26 Using the AC Adapter You can use the AC adapter to directly power the CASSIOPEIA or to supply powerthrough the cradle. The battery pack charges while the CASSIOPEIA is directlyconnected to a power source by the AC adapter or while it is on the cradle. See page 32for more information. ■ Direct Con...

Page 27 - Using a CompactFlash Card; Storage Card; CASSIOPEIA User’s Guide; Modem Card

27 Using a CompactFlash Card Your CASSIOPEIA supports Type I and Type II CompactFlash Cards (3.3V).The following describes the types of CompactFlash card you can use with yourCASSIOPEIA. Storage Card A storage card functions the same as the CASSIOPEIA’s data storage memory. You canuse a storage card...

Page 28 - To install a CompactFlash card; Make sure your CASSIOPEIA is turned off.

28 Important • Your CASSIOPEIA comes with a dummy card installed in its card slot. Be sure toremove the dummy card before trying to insert another card. • An empty card slot creates the risk of damage to the slot when pressure is applied tothe CASSIOPEIA. Always insert the dummy card when you are us...

Page 29 - Using a PC Card Unit; To connect your CASSIOPEIA to the PC Card Unit

29 Using a PC Card Unit Connecting your CASSIOPEIA to an optional PC Card Unit (JK-865PU) makes itpossible for you to use PCMCIA card type PC cards with your CASSIOPEIA. Important • The PC Card Unit has a built-in lithium battery that provides power to the PC card. Itcomes with an AC adapter that ca...

Page 30 - To remove the CASSIOPEIA from the PC Card Unit; Software Applications

30 To remove the CASSIOPEIA from the PC Card Unit 1. Make sure your CASSIOPEIA is turned off. • Press the [Power] button to turn off power. 2. Pulling on your CASSIOPEIA in the direction indicated by the arrow in the illustration, remove it from the PC Card Unit. About Modem Adapter (U.S. and Canada...

Page 31 - User Maintenance; About the CASSIOPEIA’s built-in rechargeable battery; Low Battery Warning and Data Storage; “Warning

31 User Maintenance About the CASSIOPEIA’s built-in rechargeable battery Note the following precautions concerning the CASSIOPEIA’s rechargeable battery. • We recommend that you use the Power dialog box to keep informed about the currentlevels of your battery. See the separate CASSIOPEIA User’s Guid...

Page 32 - Charging the Battery Pack; three or four hours

32 Important Be sure to observe the following important battery handling precautions. Failure to doso can cause batteries to leak, resulting in damage to surrounding items and create thedanger of fire and electrical shock. • Charge the battery pack in an area where the temperature is between 10 ° C ...

Page 33 - Remove the CASSIOPEIA from the cradle after charging is complete.

33 Remove the CASSIOPEIA from the cradle after charging is complete. The following illustration shows how to connect the AC adapter directly to theCASSIOPEIA for charging. • Charging starts automatically as soon as you attach the AC adapter to the CASSIOPEIA. • Direct connection charging conditions ...

Page 34 - Resetting the CASSIOPEIA and Restoring Data; What does resetting the CASSIOPEIA do?; When there is no response when you tap the screen or press a button; Check to make sure the; To reset your CASSIOPEIA; operation is starting.

34 Resetting the CASSIOPEIA and Restoring Data What does resetting the CASSIOPEIA do? Resetting your CASSIOPEIA is the same as restarting your computer. Performing areset causes any data you are working on but have not saved yet to be lost, but datasaved in memory and other settings are basically le...

Page 35 - What to do if resetting does not solve the problem; This displays the initialization startup screen.; Restoring Data; Use data you backed up to a memory card to restore CASSIOPEIA data.

35 • The Top Menu should appear on the display after a short while. Since this proceduredoes not affect data and settings stored in memory, you can now continue using theCASSIOPEIA. What to do if resetting does not solve the problem Perform the following steps if resetting the CASSIOPEIA does not re...

Page 36 - To restore data backed up to a computer; Connect the AC adapter to the CASSIOPEIA.

36 To restore data backed up to a computer 1. Connect the AC adapter to the CASSIOPEIA. 2. Press the [Power] button. 3. While holding down the [OK] button, use the stylus to press the [Reset] button. • This enters the Safe Mode. 4. Tap the [OK] button. • This displays the touch screen calibration sc...

Page 37 - MEMO; To restore data backed up to a storage card

37 7 On the PC Connect initial screen, select [Restore] on the [Tool] menu. • This displays the [Restore] dialog box. 8. Select the back up file you want to restore, and then click [OK]. • This starts restoration, which is indicated by messages on the screens of yourcomputer. • After restoration is ...

Page 39 - Restoring Factory Defaults; When you forget your CASSIOPEIA’s password.; To restore your CASSIOPEIA to its factory defaults

39 8. Tap [Yes] to start the restore operation. 9. In response to the “Restore complete” message that appears after restoration is complete, tap [OK]. • This automatically resets the CASSIOPEIA, so wait a few moments until it starts up. Restoring Factory Defaults You can use the procedure below to r...

Page 41 - Troubleshooting

41 Troubleshooting Before assuming malfunction and contacting your service provider when experiencingoperational problems, be sure to check the following information as well as thetroubleshooting section of the CASSIOPEIA User’s Guide first. Page 32 34 Possible Cause The battery is weak. Internal ma...

Page 43 - Appendix; Button Operations; Unit Power Off; calibration procedure.

43 Appendix Button Operations The following shows the function of each button under various conditions. Unit Power Off [Power] Button ........................... Turns on power. Unit Power On [Power] Button + [OK] Button ............................ Launches the touch screen calibration procedure. [...

Page 44 - Specifications

44 Specifications Model: BE-300 Display: 240 × 320 dots STN Color LCD (32,768 colors) CPU: VR4131 Memory: ROM 16MB Flash ROMRAM 16MB Interfaces: Serial: RS-232C, 115.2 kbps max.USB (Client) Card Slot: CompactFlash card, 3.3V Type I/TypeII Headphone jack: ø 3.5 mm stereo output Accepts monaural earph...

Page 45 - Regulatory Information; Tested To Comply With FCC Standards

45 GUIDELINES LAID DOWN BY FCC RULES FOR USE OF THIS UNIT IN THE U.S.A. (notapplicable to other areas). NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuantto Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protect...