Wacom DTF-720 - OTHER Installation Manual And User's Manual

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    Dtf-720 interactive pen display installation guide & user’s manual dtf720_manual.Fm page -1 monday, december 22, 2008 9:17 am.

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    Wacom dtf-720 interactive pen display installation guide & user’s manual version 2.2, rev g2009 copyright wacom co., ltd., 2009 all rights reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced except for your express personal use. Wacom reserves the right to revise this publication without obligation t...

  • Page 3: Introduction and Overview

    Introduction and overview page 1 introduction and overview the wacom ® dtf-720 interactive pen display combines the benefits of a liquid crystal display (lcd) with the control, comfort, and productivity of wacom’s cordless, battery-free pen technology. This gives you a direct pen-on-screen interface...

  • Page 4: Precautions

    Precautions page 2 precautions to ensure the safe usage of your product, be sure to follow all instructions, cautions, and warnings found within this manual. Failure to do so could cause the loss of data or damage to your computer. Failure to do so could also void your warranty, in which case wacom ...

  • Page 5: Usage

    Precautions page 3 usage handling w arning only use the power adapter that came with the dtf-720. If a different type of power adapter is used, the dtf-720 will not work properly or may be damaged. Using a different type of power adapter also has the potential to result in fire. Use of a different p...

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    Precautions page 4 c aution do not put heavy articles on the pen display or push against it with a strong force; this may damage the display screen or bend the stand. C aution do not place heavy articles on the dtf-720 cabling, repeatedly bend the cables sharply, or apply heavy stress to the cable c...

  • Page 7: Contents

    Contents page 5 contents introduction and overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 physical location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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    Contents page 6 troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 testing the dtf-720 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 display troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 9: Your New Dtf-720

    Your new dtf-720 page 7 your new dtf-720 package contents carefully unpack all items and place them on a desktop or stable work surface. Verify that your package contents are complete. Note: images not shown to scale. Some product configurations may come with different pens having no side switches. ...

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    Your new dtf-720 page 8 interactive pen display components your product has many features and components with which you will want to become familiar. Front view the display and tablet sensor function as an integrated output and input device. The display supports resolutions up to 1280 x 1024 pixels ...

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    Your new dtf-720 page 9 rear view important: always store the pen display on a stable surface or in its original packing carton when not in use. Be sure to adjust the stand to the low tilt position before packaging the dtf-720. If you do not close the stand, the notched mechanism may be damaged duri...

  • Page 12: Installation

    Installation page 10 installation system requirements before installing the dtf-720, make sure your computer meets the following minimum system requirements: • pc. Windows vista ™ , xp, xp x64, or 2000. Vga video connector, available usb port, and cd-rom drive. • macintosh. Os x, v10.4.0 or greater....

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    Installation page 11 step 1: lcd monitor installation in the first stage of the installation process, the dtf-720 is installed as a monitor on your system. As you work through the first stage of the installation process, please refer to the lcd monitor cabling diagram on the following page when maki...

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    Installation page 12 lcd monitor cabling diagram dtf-720, rear view – b – dc in (12v) – a – vga cable video card rear panel of your computer rgb-i n do not attach the usb data cable until instructed to do so. Power adapter – c – to ac outlet c aution use only the power adapter that came with the dtf...

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    Installation page 13 • next, turn on your computer. For windows systems: the dtf-720 will automatically install as a default monitor. • as necessary, configure the display control panel settings for the proper size and color resolution. The maximum (native) resolution of the dtf-720 is 1280 x 1024 p...

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    Installation page 14 step 2: pen tablet installation usb cable installation plug the square end of the usb cable into the dtf-720 port labeled usb. Plug the other end into an available usb port on your computer or on a usb hub attached to your computer. See – d – in the diagram below. Pen tablet cab...

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    Installation page 15 software installation important: you must install the wacom pen tablet driver software for correct pen-on-screen functionality. To install the tablet software: • save your work and close all open applications. Temporarily disable any virus protection programs. • insert the wacom...

  • Page 18: Working With Your Dtf-720

    Working with your dtf-720 page 16 working with your dtf-720 as you work with the dtf-720 interactive pen display you can rest your hand lightly on the display screen, just as if it were a drawing board or sheet of paper. Because the dtf-720 surface will be a little higher than your desk, consider ad...

  • Page 19: Using The Pen

    Working with your dtf-720 page 17 using the pen the wacom pen is cordless, battery-free, and senses the amount of pressure you apply to the tip. Hold the pen like you would a normal pen or pencil. Make sure the programmable duoswitch is in a convenient location where you can toggle it with your thum...

  • Page 20: Pen Operations

    Working with your dtf-720 page 18 pen operations pointing and selecting: move the pen above the dtf-720 display screen to position the screen cursor. The pen tip needs to be within 5 mm (0.2 inch) of the display screen surface; you do not need to touch the display surface to move the screen cursor. ...

  • Page 21: Customizing

    Customizing page 19 customizing after you master the basics of using your pen on the dtf-720 interactive pen display, you may want to customize the way the pen works. The pen tablet control panel makes it easy to customize the dtf-720 and pen. Opening the control panel to open the control panel, use...

  • Page 22: Control Panel Overview

    Customizing page 20 control panel overview use the pen tablet control panel to customize your product. Experiment with different settings to find what works best for you. Any changes you make will take effect immediately, but you can always click d efault to return to the factory settings. Tool tips...

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    Customizing page 21 you can change the s ide s witch m ode for the way you like to use the pen when making right-clicks or other click functions. Click on the a dvanced button. In the dialog box that appears: • select h over c lick to perform click functions without touching the pen tip to the table...

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    Customizing page 22 calibrating the dtf-720 you must calibrate the pen display tablet in order to align the screen cursor position with the position of the pen on the display screen. This is required to adjust for parallax caused by the display screen cover glass and coating. Set the dtf-720 in its ...

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    Customizing page 23 customizing the pop-up menu use the p op - up m enu tab to define the available functions on the pop-up menu list. To display the pop-up menu, set a pen button to the p op - up m enu function. Whenever you press that button, the pop-up menu is displayed. Select from available ite...

  • Page 26: Control Panel Details

    Customizing page 24 control panel details adjusting double-click double-clicking with the pen tip can be made easier by expanding the tap area that accepts a double- click (the double-click distance), or by using the pen’s side switch to automatically double-click when pressed. A large double-click ...

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    Customizing page 25 p an /s croll . Enables you to position a document or image in any direction within the active pane by pressing a pen switch set for p an /s croll and then sliding the pen tip across the dtf-720 display screen. T ablet pc i nput p anel . (tablet pcs and windows vista systems that...

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    Customizing page 26 m odifier .... Enables you to assign modifier key(s) (such as s hift , a lt , or c trl for windows, or shift , option , command , and control for macintosh). Many applications use modifier keys to constrain the size or placement of objects. K eystroke .... Enables you to simulate...

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    Customizing page 27 o pen /r un .... Opens a dialog box where you can select a specific application, file, or script to launch. P ressure h old . Locks the pressure at the current pressure level until the side switch is released. For example, you can paint with pressure sensitivity until you reach t...

  • Page 30: Adjusting The Display

    Customizing page 28 adjusting the display factory presets, auto-sync, and user settings factory presets: for optimal display quality, set your video card to the dtf-720’s native resolution of 1280 x 1024 pixels. See page 50 for signal specifications. Auto-sync: the dtf-720 attempts to automatically ...

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    Customizing page 29 when you open the osd menu, the following options are displayed as icons: c ontrast . Select to increase or decrease image contrast. B rightness . Select to increase or decrease image brightness. P hase . Select to reduce or eliminate horizontal distortion lines. To automatically...

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    Customizing page 30 b acklight . Select to increase or decrease the backlight brightness level. C olor . Provides color temperature settings for 9300˚, 6500˚, and 5000˚ kelvin. D irect displays the received signal as it is without any adjustment. When d irect is selected, the b rightness and c ontra...

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    Customizing page 31 adjusting pitch and phase some computers and video cards may not allow the auto-sync function to fully work when the dtf-720 is first connected. If some portion of text appears blurred, adjust pitch and phase by following the procedure below. For crisp images, set the resolution ...

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    Customizing page 32 power saving the dtf-720 conforms to vesa power saving guidelines. When using the dtf-720 with a display power management signaling (dpms) compliant computer or graphics card, the display will automatically comply with the below power saving parameters. When these power-saving fu...

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting page 33 troubleshooting most of the time your pen display tablet will work flawlessly. But if you are having trouble, wacom recommends you do the following: 1. If the wacom tablet driver failed to load properly, first perform the recommended action in any error message that may appea...

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    Troubleshooting page 34 3. Verify that the tablet and pen are working: • press the pen tip against the display and verify that the status led lights blue. • if the led does not light, verify that the dtf-720’s usb cable is plugged into an active usb port. If the dtf-720 is plugged into a usb hub, tr...

  • Page 37: Display Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting page 35 display troubleshooting if you encounter problems with the dtf-720 display, refer to the following tables; your problem may be described here and you can try the solution offered. For additional information about color issues, refer to the documentation that came with your op...

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    Troubleshooting page 36 vga problems the image appears multiple times on the display. • do not extend the video cable. Do not use an input selector switch box. When a still image is displayed for a long period of time without refreshing the screen, an after- image remains for a short period of time....

  • Page 39: Pen Tablet Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting page 37 pen tablet troubleshooting if you encounter problems with the dtf-720 interactive pen display, refer to the following tables. Your problem may be described here, and you can try the solution offered. Be sure you refer to the dtf-720 read me file for the latest information. Fo...

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    Troubleshooting page 38 double-clicking is difficult. Be sure you are quickly tapping the display screen twice in the same place on the pen display tablet’s active area. Wacom recommends using the side switch to double-click. Open the pen tablet control panel and go to the p en tab. Try increasing t...

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    Troubleshooting page 39 the pen tip and screen cursor do not properly line up. Open the pen tablet control panel and select the c alibrate tab. Continue with calibrating the dtf-720 on page 22. The screen cursor moves but it does not jump to the pen tip location when the pen is placed on the display...

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    Troubleshooting page 40 you suspect the pen tablet preferences may be corrupted, or want to make certain that all settings are at their factory defaults. Delete the pen tablet preferences as follows: windows: click the start icon and select a ll p rograms . Then select t ablet and t ablet p referenc...

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    Troubleshooting page 41 windows-specific problems macintosh-specific problems after changing right- and left-handed settings in the computer’s mouse control panel, the pen tip no longer functions properly. Restart windows for your wacom tool settings to be correctly recognized. At startup, a dialog ...

  • Page 44: Technical Support Options

    Troubleshooting page 42 technical support options if you have a problem with your dtf-720 interactive pen display, first check the appropriate installation section in this guide to make sure the unit is installed correctly. Then review the troubleshooting procedures. If you cannot find the answer in...

  • Page 45: Obtaining Driver Downloads

    Troubleshooting page 43 obtaining driver downloads wacom periodically updates the pen tablet software driver to maintain compatibility with new products. If you are having a compatibility problem between your dtf-720 pen display and a new hardware or software product, it may be helpful to download a...

  • Page 46: Appendix

    Appendix page 44 appendix caring for the dtf-720 keep the pen and the dtf-720 lcd screen surface clean. Dust and dirt particles can stick to the pen and cause excessive wear to the display screen surface. Regular cleaning will help prolong the life of your lcd screen surface and pen. Keep the dtf-72...

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    Appendix page 45 replacing the pen tip the pen tip (nib) will wear with normal use. Excessive pressure will cause the nib to wear sooner. A worn nib may damage the coating on the dtf-720 display screen. To avoid this, periodic tip replacement is recommended. When the nib gets too short or develops a...

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    Appendix page 46 using an alternate mount or stand if you will be using the dtf-720 in an installation that requires the use of an alternate mounting platform, you can remove the adjustable stand from the unit and mount the pen display onto any mount arm or stand conforming to the vesa 75 standard. ...

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    Appendix page 47 pen and digital ink capabilities in windows vista microsoft windows vista provides extensive support for pen and touch input. When using dtf-720 with a computer running windows vista, your experience is enhanced by powerful note taking, handwriting recognition, fast navigation, and ...

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    Appendix page 48 about the windows vista tablet pc input panel the windows vista tablet pc input panel enables you to use handwriting or an on-screen keyboard to directly enter text with your wacom pen. There are a number of ways to launch the input panel: • click on the input panel icon which appea...

  • Page 51: Uninstalling The Dtf-720

    Appendix page 49 uninstalling the dtf-720 follow the appropriate procedure below to remove the wacom tablet software and the dtf-720 from your system. Windows: 1. Click on the windows start button and open the c ontrol p anel . 2. In the c ontrol p anel window for • windows vista: click on u ninstal...

  • Page 52: Product Specifications

    Appendix page 50 product specifications general specifications display physical dimensions (w x d x h) 400 x 362 x 55.5 mm (15.8 x 14.3 x 2.2 in), excluding stand weight 6.0 kg (13.2 lb), including stand input voltage 12 vdc power consumption 37 w (max.) 2 w or less in sleep mode 1 w or less in off ...

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    Appendix page 51 pen tablet power adapter pen (model fp-320) ordering parts and accessories to purchase parts and accessories, refer to the wacom tablet read me file and see who to call for your region. You can also do the following: • to purchase parts and accessories in the usa or canada, call 1.8...

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    Appendix page 52 radio and television interference the equipment described in this manual generates, uses, and can radiate radio-frequency energy. If it is not installed and used properly – that is, in strict accordance with applicable instructions – it may cause interference with radio and televisi...

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    Appendix page 53 industry canada (canada only) industry canada, class b “this class (b) digital apparatus complies with canadian ices-003” “cet appareil numerique de la classe (b) est conforme a la norme nmb-003 du canada.” ce declaration the dtf-720 / dtf-720a pen display tablet has been tested and...

  • Page 56: Warranty

    Appendix page 54 warranty (worldwide, except for europe, africa and middle east) limited warranty wacom warrants the product, to the original consumer purchaser, except for the software and consumable items such as the pen nibs, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use a...

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    Appendix page 55 warranty service in the u.S.A. And canada to obtain warranty service within the u.S. Or canada contact: wacom technical support phone: 1.360.896.9833 fax: 1.360.896.9724 inquiry form: http://www.Wacom.Com/productsupport/email.Cfm e-mail: support@wacom.Com warranty service outside of...

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  • Page 60: Dtf-720

    Dtf-720 interactive pen display installation guide & user’s manual wacom co., ltd. Ue-0329 ( c) dtf720_manual.Fm page 58 monday, december 22, 2008 9:17 am.