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Manual is about: Wacom Technology Corporation Graphics Tablet User's Manual for Windows

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    Navigation contents index user’s manual for macintosh ® user’s manual for macintosh ®.

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    Page 2 contents index wacom intuos 2 user’s manual for macintosh , june 8, 2001 english v4.0 for macintosh copyright wacom company, limited, 2001 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 wi...

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    Page 3 contents index 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 wacom instructions—it may cause interference with radio and television r...

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    Page 4 contents index ce declaration the intuos 2 digitizing tablets, models xd-0405-u, xd-0608-u, xd-0912-u, xd-1212-u, and xd-1218-u have been tested and found to comply to the following harmonized european norms: • en 55024 (electromagnetic immunity) • en 55022 class b (electromagnetic emissions)...

  • Page 5: Table of Contents

    Table of contents page 5 contents index table of contents using the airbrush 35 holding the airbrush 36 using the 2d mouse 37 using the 4d mouse 38 using the 2d mouse or 4d mouse fingerwheel 39 using the lens cursor 40 caring for your tools and tablet 41 replacing the pen or airbrush tip 42 duoswitc...

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    Table of contents page 6 contents index customizing mouse tool settings 66 customizing the 2d mouse 67 customizing the 2d mouse fingerwheel 68 customizing the 4d mouse and lens cursor 69 programming the 4d mouse and lens cursor 70 creating a button box 70 customizing the 4d mouse fingerwheel 71 tabl...

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    Table of contents page 7 contents index contacting technical support 126 linking to the web page 126 pre-contact checklist 126 who to call 127 usa, canada, central and south america 128 europe, middle east and africa 129 japan 130 asia pacific (english) 130 appendices 131 uninstalling the software 1...

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    Page 8 contents index about the manual this interactive user’s manual provides quick access to information about intuos2. Just click on a navigation button or highlighted word to move through the document. • the table of contents enables you to go directly to a topic by clicking on it. • using intuo...

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    Page 9 contents index the tablet size descriptions shown within this manual reflect usage for both the usa and european markets, and are separated by a “/ “. For example, in the descriptor “4x5/a6”, “4x5” is the tablet sizing descriptor for usa markets. “a6” is the descriptor for european markets. W...

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    Page 10 contents index certain kinds of information are not included in this manual: • information about your specific computer hardware. • information about your operating system. • information about other wacom tablets. • information about application software. Many graphics applications have buil...

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    Page 11 contents index navigating the manual use the navigation controls to move through the manual: go to front page. Go to table of contents. Go to index. Go back to previous view. Page back, or page forward. Go to beginning of section. Go to topic. Topic continued. The acrobat reader provides you...

  • Page 12: Using Intuos2

    Using intuos2 page 12 contents index using intuos2 this section introduces you to the intuos2 professional graphics tablet. If you are new to using a graphics tablet and tablet input tools, read the following sections. They describe your intuos2 tools and explain how to use them with the tablet. Not...

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    Using intuos2 page 13 contents index appearance and features the intuos2 professional graphics tablet consists of two basic elements: a graphics tablet that serves as your work area, and the intuos2 tools you use with the tablet. For a complete listing of intuos2 tablets, refer to parts and accessor...

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    Using intuos2 page 14 contents index intuos2 6x8 / a5 and 9x12 / a4-regular tablets note: the intuos2 9x12/a4-regular tablet is shown. To learn more about your tablet, see working with the tablet . Menu strip (removable) active area incline bar (shown attached) quickpoint area indicators (on 9x12/a4...

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    Using intuos2 page 15 contents index intuos2 12x12 / a4-oversize and 12x18 / a3 tablets note: the intuos2 12x12/a4-oversize tablet is shown. To learn more about your tablet, see working with the tablet . Menu strip (removable) active area pen stand quickpoint area indicators status led tablet overla...

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    Using intuos2 page 16 contents index intuos2 tools a variety of intuos2 tools are available for your tablet. All intuos2 tools are cordless, batteryless, and ergonomically designed. Each tool also has a tool id , enabling you to work with multiple tools on the same tablet and to customize each tool ...

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    Using intuos2 page 17 contents index do you prefer to use a mouse for general navigation, pointing, and clicking? Just set aside your intuos2 pen and place the intuos2 mouse on the tablet. There is no need to go back to your old mouse, because your intuos2 mouse is an ideal tool for performing any t...

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    Using intuos2 page 18 contents index the lens cursor is an ideal tool for entering precise coordinate position information. Use the lens cursor with graphics and cad applications for very accurate tracing or for digitizing images. For information on these and other available intuos2 tools, refer to ...

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    Using intuos2 page 19 contents index setting up your work area organize your work area so you can work comfortably. Position your intuos2 tablet, input tools, and keyboard so they are easily accessible without unnecessary reaching. Your monitor should be positioned so you can view it comfortably wit...

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    Using intuos2 page 20 contents index working with the tablet your tablet comes with a pen stand, a customizable menu strip, and a transparent overlay. Adjusting the pen stand position the pen stand near the tablet. The stand is free-standing. Place it within easy reach of your tablet. 4x5/a6 tablet ...

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    Using intuos2 page 21 contents index adjusting tablet incline intuos2 6x8/a5 and 9x12/a4-regular tablets come with a rubber bar that can be used to raise the tablet’s incline angle. If you frequently use the tablet on your lap, you may not want to apply the incline bar. For desktop use, you may find...

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    Using intuos2 page 22 contents index using the tablet menu strip all intuos2 tablets have a menu strip with programmable buttons that allow you to quickly perform common tasks. For 4x5/a6 tablets, the menu strip is printed on the overlay sheet. For 6x8/a5 and larger tablets, the menu strip is remova...

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    Using intuos2 page 23 contents index to customize the tablet menu strip buttons, see customizing tablet buttons . By default, the tablet menu strip buttons will perform common keystroke functions, such as: button name keyboard shortcut function (typical) new command+n open a new document open comman...

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    Using intuos2 page 24 contents index notes: some applications may not support some tablet button functions, or may use different keyboard shortcuts. Mapping and pressure settings changed with a tablet button are only in effect for the current session. Button name keyboard shortcut function (typical)...

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    Using intuos2 page 25 contents index using the pen intuos2 pens are cordless, batteryless, and pressure sensitive. There are four basic techniques for using the intuos2 pen: pointing, clicking, double-clicking, and dragging. With a bit of practice, using the pen will become second nature to you. If ...

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    Using intuos2 page 26 contents index pointing the intuos2 pen positions the pointer (or cursor) on your screen. You can position the screen cursor two different ways, like a pen (pen mode) or like a mouse (mouse mode). • in pen mode, the tablet’s active area is a mapped representation of your comput...

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    Using intuos2 page 27 contents index clicking clicking. To click, tap the tablet once with the tip of the intuos2 pen, or press the pen tip on the tablet with enough force to register a click. (with the pen tip, there is no audible “click” sound.) try clicking on a folder icon by moving the screen c...

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    Using intuos2 page 28 contents index using the side switch the standard intuos2 pen is equipped with a duoswitch. This switch has two programmable functions that can be selected by rocking the switch in either direction. You can use the duoswitch whenever the pen tip is in proximity of the tablet. Y...

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    Using intuos2 page 29 contents index dragging dragging is used to select and move objects on the screen. To drag, first point to an object. Then press the intuos2 pen to the tablet and slide it across the tablet. The selected object will move across the screen. To select text, move the screen cursor...

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    Using intuos2 page 30 contents index proximity the pen is activated as soon as it enters proximity, about 6 mm (0.24 inch), above the tablet’s active area. This allows you to position the screen cursor or use the side switch without touching the pen tip to the tablet. You can also trace a drawing or...

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    Using intuos2 page 31 contents index drawing with pressure the intuos2 pen responds to the nuance and inflection of your hand movements, enabling you to create natural-looking pen and brush strokes. Many graphics applications have drawing tools that respond to the pressure you place on the pen. For ...

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    Using intuos2 page 32 contents index drawing with tilt as with pressure, the tablet recognizes when you tilt the pen or airbrush from vertical to inclined positions. In some drawing applications, tilt can be used to control line shape and thickness. This is like working with an airbrush where tilt c...

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    Using intuos2 page 33 contents index erasing the eraser on the intuos2 pen works like the eraser on a pencil. In graphics applications that support the pen’s eraser, you can erase intuitively and naturally. When you use the pen’s eraser, the application will automatically switch to the eraser tool. ...

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    Using intuos2 page 34 contents index eye-hand coordination exercise if you use a mouse, you may remember how long it took to get used to positioning the screen cursor. Your intuos2 pen, likewise, will take a bit of practice to master the technique of positioning the screen cursor in pen mode . This ...

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    Using intuos2 page 35 contents index using the airbrush the intuos2 airbrush is similar to the intuos2 pen, but also includes a fingerwheel for an additional degree of control. With proper software support, you can simulate realistic airbrushing. For example, tilting the intuos2 airbrush can cause t...

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    Using intuos2 page 36 contents index holding the airbrush hold the airbrush with your thumb and middle finger. The fingerwheel should be in a convenient location for you to roll it with your index finger. Tilt the airbrush to find a comfortable position that allows you to paint and draw with pressur...

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    Using intuos2 page 37 contents index using the 2d mouse the intuos2 2d mouse is cordless, batteryless, and works on any intuos2 tablet. By moving the 2d mouse across the tablet’s active area, you can position the screen cursor like you do with a regular mouse (m ouse m ode ). The buttons are program...

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    Using intuos2 page 38 contents index using the 4d mouse the intuos2 4d mouse is a cordless, batteryless mouse that works on any intuos2 tablet. By default, you can position the screen cursor like you do with a regular mouse (m ouse m ode ). By choosing p en m ode in the m apping /s peed tab, you can...

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    Using intuos2 page 39 contents index using the 2d mouse or 4d mouse fingerwheel to use the fingerwheel, place your hand on the 2d mouse or 4d mouse with your index finger on the wheel. • button function. To use the button function, press down on the wheel to perform a button click. • scrolling. In m...

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    Using intuos2 page 40 contents index using the lens cursor the intuos2 lens cursor is an input device that allows you to enter precise coordinate position information into your computer. The lens cursor reports the position of the cross-hair to the computer. This makes the lens cursor especially use...

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    Using intuos2 page 41 contents index caring for your tools and tablet keep your intuos2 tools and tablet surface clean. Dust and dirt particles can stick to your intuos2 tools and cause wear to the tablet surface. Regular cleaning with a soft, damp cloth will help prolong the life of your tablet sur...

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    Using intuos2 page 42 contents index replacing the pen or airbrush tip the tip (nib) will wear with normal use. When the nib gets too short or develops a flat point, you can replace it with the extra nib that came with your tool. 1. Clasp the old nib with a tweezer, needle-nosed plier, or similar in...

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    Using intuos2 page 43 contents index duoswitch removal and installation some users prefer to remove the duoswitch when working with the intuos2 grip pen. For example, you may want to remove the switch in order to focus on a drawing and eliminate any accidental clicks that would occur if you unintent...

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    Using intuos2 page 44 contents index to install the duoswitch: 1. Remove the pen tip cone by turning it counterclockwise. Then pull the grip forward over the pen tip. 2. Install the original grip (the one with the duoswitch access slot) by aligning the pen case rails with the grooves inside the grip...

  • Page 45: Customizing

    Customizing page 45 contents index customizing after you master the basics of using your intuos2 professional graphics tablet, you may want to customize the way intuos2 works. This chapter describes how to use the wacom control panel to adjust your intuos2 tool and tablet settings. Advanced users ca...

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    Customizing page 46 contents index opening the control panel to open the control panel in os x: 1. In the f inder , select the g o menu and choose a pplications . 2. Open the w acom folder and double-click on the tablet icon. To open the wacom control panel, double-click here with the tool you wish ...

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    Customizing page 47 contents index control panel features use the wacom control panel to customize your intuos2 professional graphics tablet. The pull-down menus access many control panel features. Tabs display settings for the selected application and selected tool. The help button displays online ...

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    Customizing page 48 contents index tabs the tabs allow you to customize your intuos2 tablet and tools. When you open the control panel with an intuos2 tool, the tool is automatically selected in the t ool l ist and the appropriate tabs are displayed. If the t ool l ist has more than one tool, you ca...

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    Customizing page 49 contents index tab buttons apply only to the selected tab: • to set the currently open tab to its factory default values, click • if you have changed settings on a tab and want to return the tab to the last state when the control panel was opened, click • to copy settings from on...

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    Customizing page 50 contents index control panel lists located in the upper portion of the control panel, the a pplication l ist and t ool l ist allow you to create different tablet and tool settings for individual applications. For example, you might set your pen tip for a soft feel in painter and ...

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    Customizing page 51 contents index • when you first install your intuos2 professional graphics tablet, the a pplication l ist displays the a ll a pplications icon. This contains tablet and tool settings for all of your applications. • the t ool l ist displays an icon for each intuos2 tool that has b...

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    Customizing page 52 contents index customizing your tools to change tool settings, open the control panel using the tool you wish to customize. The tool will automatically be selected in the t ool l ist , and the appropriate tabs will be displayed. To customize settings for a different tool, select ...

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    Customizing page 53 contents index customizing pen and airbrush settings customizing your wacom input tool is easy. First open the wacom control panel using the tool you wish to customize. The tool will be selected in the t ool l ist , and the appropriate tabs will be displayed. Select a tab and cha...

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    Customizing page 54 contents index adjusting tip feel to adjust the sensitivity of your intuos2 pen or airbrush tip, select the t ip f eel tab. To create broad brush strokes or to click with a light touch, use a soft tip setting. For maximum control while drawing thin lines, use a firm tip setting. ...

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    Customizing page 55 contents index 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) and reducing the speed required to perform a double-click. This can be set in the d ouble c lick tab. Becaus...

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    Customizing page 56 contents index customizing tool buttons select the t ool b uttons tab to change the functions assigned to the eraser, side switch, and tip of your intuos2 pen or airbrush. If you are using an airbrush, you can also customize the fingerwheel sensitivity . For each tool button, a p...

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    Customizing page 57 contents index button functions each button has a pull-down menu that allows you to choose the function that will be performed when the button is pressed. The following list describes all available functions. However, some options are not available for all buttons or tools. • c l...

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    Customizing page 58 contents index • k eystroke .... Enables you to simulate a series of keystrokes. When you select this option, the d efine k eystroke dialog box appears. There, you can enter a keystroke or keystroke sequence to play back. Keystroke combinations can include letters, numbers, funct...

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    Customizing page 59 contents index • m odifier .... Enables you to simulate modifier key(s) (such as s hift , o ption , c ommand , and c trl ). Many applications use modifier keys to constrain the size or placement of objects. If you select this option, the d efine m odifiers dialog box appears. The...

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    Customizing page 60 contents index • m acro .... Enables you to play a macro sequence. When you select this option, the s elect m acro dialog box appears. There, you can select a predefined macro to play back. After selecting a macro, click ok. Choose the macro type. Note: before you can add macros,...

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    Customizing page 61 contents index • p ressure h old . Sets a button so that, when pressed, the pressure is locked at the current pressure level until the button is released. For example, you can paint with pressure-sensitivity until you reach the brush size that you like. You can then press the but...

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    Customizing page 62 contents index • p op - up m enu . Displays a pop-up menu on your screen. See customizing the pop-up menu for more information. • e rase . Default setting for the eraser. Refer to erasing for information on using the eraser. • i gnored . (intuos2 pens and airbrush only.) disables...

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    Customizing page 63 contents index airbrush settings the intuos2 airbrush is equipped with a drawing tip, a fingerwheel, a single side switch, and an eraser. Button functions are set in the same manner as with the intuos2 pen. Additionally, the fingerwheel sensitivity range can be customized to suit...

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    Customizing page 64 contents index adjusting eraser feel to adjust the sensitivity of your intuos2 pen or airbrush eraser, select the e raser f eel tab. To erase with a broad stroke or to click with a light touch, use a soft tip setting. For maximum control while erasing, use a firm eraser setting. ...

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    Customizing page 65 contents index customizing tilt sensitivity to adjust the tilt sensitivity of your intuos2 pen or airbrush, select the t ilt tab. Tilt sensitivity controls how far you have to tilt the tool to produce the maximum tilt effect in your application. You need to tilt the pen less at h...

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    Customizing page 66 contents index customizing mouse tool settings customizing your wacom input tool is easy. First open the wacom control panel using the tool you wish to customize. The tool will be selected in the t ool l ist , and the appropriate tabs will be displayed. Select a tab and change se...

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    Customizing page 67 contents index customizing the 2d mouse to modify your 2d mouse button settings, select the t ool b uttons tab. Select the function to perform when pressing a button. You can select a function to perform for each button from the button pull-down menus. Refer to button functions f...

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    Customizing page 68 contents index customizing the 2d mouse fingerwheel to customize your 2d mouse fingerwheel, choose the f ingerwheel tab. Sets the fingerwheel to scroll one screen for each notch of fingerwheel movement. Sets the fingerwheel to scroll the selected number of lines for each notch of...

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    Customizing page 69 contents index customizing the 4d mouse and lens cursor to modify your 4d mouse and lens cursor button settings, select the t ool b uttons tab. As with the intuos2 pen and airbrush, you can select a function to perform for each button from the button pull-down menus. Refer to but...

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    Customizing page 70 contents index programming the 4d mouse and lens cursor the 4d mouse and lens cursor buttons are chordable; you can press two or more buttons simultaneously and the functions will occur. For example, if you program one button to simulate the c trl key and another to simulate a z ...

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    Customizing page 71 contents index customizing the 4d mouse fingerwheel to customize your 4d mouse fingerwheel, choose the f ingerwheel tab. Sets the 4d mouse fingerwheel for scrolling functionality. Roll the fingerwheel forward to scroll up, and back to scroll down. When checked, the functions assi...

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    Customizing page 72 contents index tablet to screen mapping to change the relationship between tool movement on your tablet and cursor movement on the screen, select the m apping /s peed tab. The default p ositioning m ode for intuos2 pens and the airbrush is p en m ode , which means that each point...

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    Customizing page 73 contents index the default p ositioning m ode for the 2d mouse, 4d mouse, and lens cursor is m ouse m ode . With m ouse m ode selected, the m apping /s peed tab looks like this: positioning mode . In mouse mode , the screen cursor moves with relative positioning. Select the orien...

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    Customizing page 74 contents index positioning mode the p ositioning m ode controls how the screen cursor moves. • in pen mode, wherever you place an intuos2 tool on the tablet, the cursor jumps to the corresponding point on the screen. This is the default setting for intuos2 pens and the airbrush, ...

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    Customizing page 75 contents index orientation if you want the tablet menu buttons on the side or the bottom of your tablet, or if you are working with a tall monitor, you can rotate the tablet to one of the following orientations: • l andscape . Tablet orientation is horizontal, with tablet buttons...

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    Customizing page 76 contents index aspect aspect defines the constraints of the tablet to screen relationship. A spect options include: • o ne to o ne . Sets a 1:1 scale between the tablet and the display. Moving your tool one inch on the tablet will move the cursor one inch on the screen. A traced ...

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    Customizing page 77 contents index tablet area these settings allow you to define the tablet area that will be mapped to the display area. Sets the quickpoint area to the lower left corner of the tablet. Sets the quickpoint area to the lower right corner of the tablet. Divides the tablet into a draw...

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    Customizing page 78 contents index • p ortion of t ablet . Drag corners of the foreground graphic to select the tablet area. The background graphic represents the entire active tablet area. Values in the e nter c oordinates text boxes change accordingly. Enter coordinates to select the tablet area. ...

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    Customizing page 79 contents index • q uick p oint m ode . This option (available for intuos2 9x12/a4-regular and larger tablets) divides the tablet into two independent areas: a large area for drawing, and a small area for quick navigation. Quickpoint mode can also be selected and deselected using ...

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    Customizing page 80 contents index display area the d isplay a rea options allow you to define which portion of the display screen your tablet will map to. • e ntire d isplay . Select this option to access the entire display. This is the default setting. If more than one monitor is in use, a pull-do...

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    Customizing page 81 contents index customizing the pop-up menu select the p op - up m enu tab to customize the available functions on the pop-up menu list. The pop-up menu list may include predefined macros, keystroke functions, and mapping options. To display the pop-up menu, set one of your tool b...

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    Customizing page 82 contents index add macros to add a macro to the pop-up menu, click on the a dd m acro ... Button. A dialog box will appear where you can select the name of a macro function to add. You can also set different macros for different applications. See working with application-specific...

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    Customizing page 83 contents index setting mouse speed to change the screen cursor acceleration and speed when in m ouse m ode , click on the s et m ouse s peed ... Button (located on the p op - up m enu tab) to display a dialog box where you can make your adjustments. If you removed the p en , m ou...

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    Customizing page 84 contents index add mapping options click on the add mapping options button (when visible) to add the following mapping options to the pop-up menu list: pen mode , mouse mode , and (if you are working with a intuos2 9x12/a4-regular or larger tablet) quickpoint mode . Removing pop-...

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    Customizing page 85 contents index customizing tablet buttons you can define different tablet button functions for each application, but not for the different intuos2 tools. To customize the tablet menu strip buttons, select the t ablet b uttons tab. By default, tablet buttons with predefined functi...

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    Customizing page 86 contents index 2. Select an item from the tablet button’s pull-down menu. • k eystroke . Simulates a keystroke or keystroke combination. • m acro . Enables you to play a predefined macro sequence. • p ressure s oft . Sets the pressure feel of the pen, airbrush, or eraser to a sof...

  • Page 87

    Customizing page 87 contents index working with multiple tools the wacom control panel is designed to help you customize and keep track of your intuos2 tool settings. The tool you use to open the control panel is automatically selected, and the appropriate tabs for that tool are displayed. Tab setti...

  • Page 88

    Customizing page 88 contents index adding a new tool when a new intuos2 tool is placed on the tablet, it automatically appears in the t ool l ist . However, the wacom control panel settings must be saved before the tool is permanently added to the list. Whenever a new intuos2 tool is added it always...

  • Page 89

    Customizing page 89 contents index using more than one tool each intuos2 tool features tool id, which makes each device unique. Any settings you customize in the wacom control panel apply only to the specific tool for which they were made. If you have two identical intuos2 tools, they will appear as...

  • Page 90

    Customizing page 90 contents index working with application-specific settings you may wish to have different tool settings for a particular application. The a pplication l ist lets you customize your intuos2 tablet and tool settings for individual applications. Tab settings apply only to the selecte...

  • Page 91

    Customizing page 91 contents index if application-specific settings have not been created, a single icon labeled a ll a pplications is displayed in the a pplication l ist , and the tool settings displayed in the tabs are applied to all applications. When a second application is added to the a pplica...

  • Page 92

    Customizing page 92 contents index creating an application-specific setting to create an application-specific setting, click on the a dd a pplication to l ist ... Button or select a pplications for c ustom s ettings ... From the a dd pull-down menu. The a dd a pplication for c ustom s ettings dialog...

  • Page 93

    Customizing page 93 contents index if you are working with a single tool, it is automatically added to the t ool l ist for the application you have added. If you are using more than one tool, the a dd t ool to a pplication dialog box is displayed. Choose one or more tools to add to the t ool l ist f...

  • Page 94

    Customizing page 94 contents index adding additional tools to an application’s tool list to add another tool to an application’s t ool l ist , click on the a dd t ool to l ist ... Button or select t ool to c ustomize ... From the a dd pull-down menu. The a dd t ool to c ustomize dialog box appears. ...

  • Page 95

    Customizing page 95 contents index changing settings for a specific application and tool to change settings for a specific application and tool combination, from the a pplication l ist choose the application you want to change tool settings for. From the t ool l ist , choose the tool you want to cus...

  • Page 96

    Customizing page 96 contents index checking your usb tablet mode if you are working with a usb tablet, select the t ablet m ode tab to check the mode your tablet is operating in. Recommended for graphics applications. Single tool mode at maximum data rate. Required by some handwriting recognition so...

  • Page 97

    Customizing page 97 contents index pull-down menus use the pull-down menus to access additional custom settings options, a language selection menu, and online documentation. Help is available for most dialog boxes that appear when you make a menu selection—just click on the dialog box button for det...

  • Page 98

    Customizing page 98 contents index add the a dd menu contains the following options: • t ablet .... Opens a dialog box where you can add one or more tablets. Refer to installing multiple tablets for information on adding multiple tablets. • a pplication for c ustom s ettings .... Opens a dialog box ...

  • Page 99

    Customizing page 99 contents index language the l anguage menu allows you to switch between english and other installed languages. The language of the operating system is typically installed when you install the driver, but other languages can be added by running the installer a second time and choo...

  • Page 100: Advanced Features

    Advanced features page 100 contents index you can use advanced features to further customize your intuos2 professional graphics tablet for the way you like to work. Advanced tip pressure settings advanced eraser pressure settings copying settings using dualtrack advanced mapping advanced features.

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    Advanced features page 101 contents index advanced tip pressure settings to customize advanced tip pressure settings, from the t ip f eel tab select m ore o ptions . The advanced options enable you to change the click pressure and pressure curve settings independently. (in the basic options display,...

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    Advanced features page 102 contents index click force adjustment the click force setting adjusts the amount of force required to generate a button click. Enter a value from 1 to 50% or drag the c lick f orce bar to set the force at which a click occurs. The c lick f orce bar graphically displays the...

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    Advanced features page 103 contents index pressure curve adjustment changing the shape of the pressure curve will change the feel of the pen tip. A pressure curve that increases quickly makes the tip feel more sensitive to changes in force. The control points at each end of the pressure curve set th...

  • Page 104

    Advanced features page 104 contents index to automatically set the maximum force for the way you draw, click the s tart o ver button and draw several strokes in the drawing area. As you draw, the m aximum t ip f orce control moves, and the value in the edit box changes to reflect the peak pressure r...

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    Advanced features page 105 contents index advanced eraser pressure settings to customize advanced eraser pressure settings, select the e raser f eel tab and click on the m ore o ptions button. You work with the advanced eraser settings in the same manner as with the advanced tip pressure settings . ...

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    Advanced features page 106 contents index copying settings to copy settings to another tool or application choose the c opy s ettings t o ... Option from the e dit menu, or click on the c opy s ettings t o ... Button. A dialog box is displayed where you can copy settings from one tool to another wit...

  • Page 107

    Advanced features page 107 contents index using dualtrack all intuos2 tablets support the concurrent use of two intuos2 tools on a tablet. This feature is called dualtrack. Dualtrack will function according to how an application implements support for two input tools. In some applications, two-hande...

  • Page 108

    Advanced features page 108 contents index advanced mapping the ability to adjust basic mapping features is sufficient for most users. However, if your work demands a high degree of flexibility, you can have additional control over your tablet to display settings by clicking on the a dvanced m apping...

  • Page 109

    Advanced features page 109 contents index before you begin, verify that you have selected the correct application and tool for which you want to create advanced mappings. Then plan your mapping area(s). For example, you may want to define a small area for navigation, and a larger one for drawing. Fo...

  • Page 110

    Advanced features page 110 contents index 3. Define the size of the tablet area by dragging the handles of the selected tablet area. Then click and drag the tablet area to the desired position. For more precise control in selecting the tablet area, click the s et t ablet ... Button to access the por...

  • Page 111

    Advanced features page 111 contents index • to fit. Maps the selected tablet area to the selected screen area. The scale and the vertical and horizontal proportions are not maintained. To set the scale, click the s cale button. In the s et s cale f actor dialog box, enter values to define the tablet...

  • Page 112

    Advanced features page 112 contents index 7. Click ok to confirm your changes and close the dialog box. To exit the dialog box without making changes, click c ancel . Notes: • to remove a mapping, select the mapping to be removed and click on the d elete m apping button. To quickly remove all advanc...

  • Page 113: Having Trouble?

    Having trouble? Page 113 contents index having trouble? Most of the time your tablet will work flawlessly. But if you are having trouble, wacom recommends you do the following: 1. Refer to the troubleshooting procedures described in this chapter. 2. Look in the troubleshooting tables. Your problem m...

  • Page 114

    Having trouble? Page 114 contents index troubleshooting if the wacom tablet driver failed to load properly, first perform the recommended action in the error message on your screen. If that does not solve the problem, perform the following tests for your tablet or tool(s) to determine whether the so...

  • Page 115

    Having trouble? Page 115 contents index 2. Check the pen. Move your intuos2 pen across the active area of the tablet; the screen cursor should move in the corresponding direction on your monitor. Press the pen tip against the tablet surface. The status led on the tablet should turn from orange to gr...

  • Page 116

    Having trouble? Page 116 contents index resolving software conflicts on systems prior to os x if you are troubleshooting and found no problems with the tablet hardware, or if the w acom t ablet icon appears with a red x through it when starting your computer, follow the steps below to locate a possi...

  • Page 117

    Having trouble? Page 117 contents index testing your intuos2 tools from the wacom control panel’s h elp menu, select d iagnostics ... To open the d iagnostics dialog box. The d iagnostics dialog box displays the tablet driver version and information about the tablet hardware and pointing devices. Te...

  • Page 118

    Having trouble? Page 118 contents index • then press the tool’s eraser to the tablet—the s witches state and p ressure value will change. (p ressure should change from approximately 0% with no pressure applied to approximately 100% when full pressure is applied.) • for the airbrush, move the fingerw...

  • Page 119

    Having trouble? Page 119 contents index testing a 2d mouse 1. Test the buttons on your 2d mouse by clicking each button. The tablet’s status led should change color, and the s witches state should change for each button you click. 2. When the d iagnostics dialog box is first opened the w heel status...

  • Page 120

    Having trouble? Page 120 contents index testing a 4d mouse or lens cursor 1. Test the buttons on your 4d mouse or lens cursor by clicking each button. The tablet’s status led should change color, and the s witches state should display the values shown on the buttons for each button pressed. 2. If yo...

  • Page 121

    Having trouble? Page 121 contents index troubleshooting tables if you encounter problems with your intuos2 tools or tablet, refer to the following tables. Your problem may be described here, and you can try the solution offered. Be sure you refer to the read me file for the latest troubleshooting in...

  • Page 122

    Having trouble? Page 122 contents index general problems at startup, a dialog box appears telling you that either the driver failed to load or the tablet preferences have not yet been created. The tablet was not detected at startup. Make sure all cables are securely connected and that the status led...

  • Page 123

    Having trouble? Page 123 contents index the eraser selects everything or will not stop erasing. Open the wacom control panel and go to the e raser f eel tab. Move the e raser p ressure f eel slider toward f irm , or select the m ore o ptions button and increase the c lick f orce setting. If this doe...

  • Page 124

    Having trouble? Page 124 contents index changing the function settings for the intuos2 tools has no effect. Make sure that you change the settings for the tool and the application that you are using. See working with multiple tools and working with application-specific settings . The screen cursor j...

  • Page 125

    Having trouble? Page 125 contents index cannot move the cursor where you want to on the screen, or the line you are drawing does not line up with the location of the pointer in paint applications. Open the wacom control panel and go to the m apping /s peed tab. Verify that p en m ode is selected. If...

  • Page 126

    Having trouble? Page 126 contents index contacting technical support if you have a problem with your wacom tablet, first check the tablet installation guide and having trouble? To be sure the tablet is installed correctly. If you cannot find the answer in this manual, you may find updated informatio...

  • Page 127

    Having trouble? Page 127 contents index who to call if you think your wacom tablet is not working properly, contact the wacom support staff for the area where your product was purchased. If you have a modem, you can download the latest software drivers from the internet. Usa, canada, central and sou...

  • Page 128

    Having trouble? Page 128 contents index usa, canada, central and south america contact your local distributor, or: to purchase parts and accessories, call toll-free: 1-888-884-1870 (usa and canada only) or visit wacom’s web site at http://www.Wacom.Com/wacomdirect/ (usa only). Outside of the usa and...

  • Page 129

    Having trouble? Page 129 contents index europe, middle east and africa contact your local distributor, or: to purchase parts and accessories, please contact your local dealer or distributor. You can also contact technical support using the appropriate number for your region. Worldwide web: http://ww...

  • Page 130

    Having trouble? Page 130 contents index japan contact your local distributor, or: to purchase parts and accessories, please contact your local dealer or distributor. Asia pacific (english) contact your local distributor, or: to purchase parts and accessories, please contact your local dealer or dist...

  • Page 131: Appendices

    Appendices page 131 contents index appendices this section contains information on working with multiple tablets. You will also find product specifications, a listing of available parts and accessories, and license and warranty information. Uninstalling the software registration product information ...

  • Page 132

    Appendices page 132 contents index uninstalling the software for os x: please follow the uninstall instructions in the read me file. For os 8 and 9: to remove the intuos2 software from your system: 1. Insert the wacom tablet cd into your computer and double-click on the i nstall icon. 2. Select r em...

  • Page 133

    Appendices page 133 contents index installing multiple tablets if multiple wacom tablets are installed on a single computer when the wacom control panel is opened, a t ablet l ist is displayed above the a pplication l ist . The t ablet l ist contains an icon for each installed tablet, and allows you...

  • Page 134

    Appendices page 134 contents index product specifications general specifications for all intuos2 tablets coordinate resolution 100 lpmm (2540 lpi) accuracy (pen) +/- 0.25 mm (0.010 in) accuracy (lens cursor) +/- 0.15 mm (0.006 in), +/- 0.25 mm (0.010 in) on intuos2 4x5/a6, 6x8/a5, and 9x12/a4-regula...

  • Page 135

    Appendices page 135 contents index intuos2 4x5 / a6 tablet (model xd-0405-u) intuos2 6x8 / a5 tablet (model xd-0608-u) intuos2 9x12 / a4-regular tablet (model xd-0912-u) active area (w x d) 127.0 x 106.0 mm (5.0 x 4.24 in) physical size (w x d x h) 225.0 x 210.0 x 7.5 mm (9.0 x 8.4 x 0.29 in) cable ...

  • Page 136

    Appendices page 136 contents index intuos2 12x12 / a4-oversize tablet (model xd-1212-u) intuos2 12x18 / a3 tablet (model xd-1218-u) intuos2 grip pen (model xp-501e) active area (w x d) 304.8 x 316.8 mm (12.19 x 12.67 in) physical size (w x d x h) 444.0 x 435.5 x 37.0 mm (17.76 x 17.42 x 1.48 in) cab...

  • Page 137

    Appendices page 137 contents index intuos2 airbrush (model xp-400e) intuos2 classic pen (model xp-300e) intuos2 ink pen (model xp-110) fingerwheel travel 10 mm (0.39 in) fingerwheel resolution 1024 levels pen tip travel 0.1 mm (0.004 in) or less pressure levels 1024 levels eraser tip travel 1.5 mm (...

  • Page 138

    Appendices page 138 contents index intuos2 stroke pen (model xp-120) intuos2 2d mouse (model xc-100) intuos2 4d mouse (model xc-400) intuos2 lens cursor (model xc-210) pen tip travel 1.3 mm (0.05 in), approximately pressure levels 1024 levels physical size (l x d) 151 x 12.5 mm (5.94 x 0.49 in) weig...

  • Page 139

    Appendices page 139 contents index parts and accessories your intuos2 professional graphics tablet is the ultimate master tool for creative professionals. The tablet, combined with your intuos2 pen and a wide range of other available intuos2 tools, enables you to paint more intuitively, illustrate b...

  • Page 140

    Appendices page 140 contents index tablets tools description part numbers intuos2 4x5/a6 usb tablet xd-0405-u intuos2 6x8/a5 usb tablet xd-0608-u intuos2 9x12/a4-regular usb tablet xd-0912-u intuos2 12x12/a4-oversize usb tablet xd-1212-u intuos2 12x18/a3 usb tablet xd-1218-u description part numbers...

  • Page 141

    Appendices page 141 contents index intuos2 grip pen this pressure-sensitive pen is an all-purpose tool for use in drawing, erasing, and typical mouse operations. The easy-to-use duoswitch gives you two programmable switch functions to simulate mouse actions or keyboard keys. The pressure-sensitive p...

  • Page 142

    Appendices page 142 contents index intuos2 stroke pen this pressure-sensitive drawing pen was designed for the artist who requires a combination of visual and tactile feedback. The tip retracts slightly as the pen is pressed, giving it a feel similar to a soft felt pen. Intuos2 airbrush a true compu...

  • Page 143

    Appendices page 143 contents index other parts and accessories for order information, see ordering parts and accessories . Description part numbers menu strip (6x8/a5 tablet) psh-a224 (9x12/a4-regular and 12x12/a4-oversize tablets) psh-a225 (12x18/a3 tablet) psh-a226 overlay sheet (4x5/a6 tablet) ps...

  • Page 144

    Appendices page 144 contents index license and warranties (worldwide, except for europe, africa and middle east) software license this legal document is an agreement between you, the end-user, and wacom technology corporation (wacom). 1. Grant of license. The enclosed product includes computer progr...

  • Page 145

    Appendices page 145 contents index limited warranty wacom warrants the product, except for the software, to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service as long as the product remains in production and in possession of the original owner, but not less than one (1) y...

  • Page 146

    Appendices page 146 contents index except for the limited warranty described above, there are no other warranties made by wacom on this product. No oral or written information or advice given by wacom, its dealers, distributors, agents, or employees shall create a warranty or in any way increase the...

  • Page 147

    Appendices page 147 contents index warranty on sales outside of u.S. And canada (except europe, africa and middle east) for products purchased or used outside of the united states and canada, the warranty is one (1) year from the date of purchase, and upon discovery of a defect in the product, excep...

  • Page 148

    Appendices page 148 contents index license and warranties (europe) (europe, africa and middle east) software license agreement important notice to customers this product contains copyrighted computer programs (“software”) which are the inalienable intellectual property of wacom europe gmbh (“wacom”)...

  • Page 149

    Appendices page 149 contents index limited warranty and liability wacom warrants to you as the original end-user that the product hardware is free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use and service for a period of two (2) years after the date of purchase, provided that they are u...

  • Page 150

    Appendices page 150 contents index liability of wacom wacom and its employees or representatives shall not be liable for any damages, on any legal grounds, unless these damages (a) may be attributed to intent or to gross negligence or (b) result from the culpable infringement of an essential contrac...

  • Page 151: Glossary

    Glossary page 151 contents index glossary active area. The drawing area of the tablet where your intuos2 tools are detected. Application-specific settings. Intuos2 tool and tablet settings that have been customized for individual applications. The control panel enables you to program a tool to behav...

  • Page 152

    Glossary page 152 contents index double-click speed. The maximum time that can pass between clicks and still be accepted as a double- click. Increasing the double-click time makes double-clicking easier. Eraser-aware application. A software application that has built-in support for the intuos2 erase...

  • Page 153

    Glossary page 153 contents index nib. The replaceable tip of the intuos2 pen or airbrush. Pen mode. A method of positioning the screen cursor. Wherever you place your intuos2 tool on the tablet, the screen cursor will be at that same corresponding point on the screen. This is known as absolute posit...

  • Page 154

    Glossary page 154 contents index screen cursor. The pointer on the display screen. Screen cursors come in different shapes (such as an i-beam, arrow, or box), depending on which application you are running. Tilt sensitive. A quality of the intuos2 pen and airbrush tip and eraser that senses the amou...

  • Page 155: Index

    Index page 155 contents index index 2d mouse customizing 52 testing 119 using 37 fingerwheel 39 4d mouse buttons, customizing 69 customizing 52 programming 70 testing 120 using 38 as a button box 70 fingerwheel 39 about the manual 8 accessories and parts 139 2d mouse 142 4d mouse 142 lens cursor 142...

  • Page 156

    Index page 156 contents index 4d mouse buttons 69 fingerwheel 71 tabs 52 advanced eraser pressure 105 tip pressure 101 airbrush settings 63 tabs 52 click force 102 double-click 55 eraser feel 64 lens cursor buttons 69 pen tabs 52 pop-up menu 81 pressure curve 103 tablet buttons 85 tablet to screen m...

  • Page 157

    Index page 157 contents index interference, radio and television 3 keystrokes, adding to pop-up menu 82 language menu 99 lens cursor buttons, customizing 69 programming 70 testing 120 using 40 using as a button box 70 license and warranties 144 license and warranties (europe) 148 macros, adding to p...

  • Page 158

    Index page 158 contents index programming 4d mouse 70 lens cursor 70 proximity 30 quickpoint mode 79 radio and television interference 3 registration, mailing 132 remove menu 98 removing keystrokes from pop-up menu 84 macros from pop-up menu 84 mapping options from pop-up menu 84 settings 95 setting...

  • Page 159

    Index page 159 contents index testing 2d mouse 119 4d mouse or lens cursor 120 pen or airbrush 117 tilt drawing with 32 sensitivity, customizing 65 tip feel, customizing 54 tip, replacing 42 tool buttons, customizing 56 tool list, adding tools to 94 tools adding to tool list 94 customizing 52 testin...

  • Page 160

    Page 160 contents index wacom international offices wacom technology corporation wacom europe gmbh 1311 s.E. Cardinal court europark fichtenhain a9 vancouver, wa 98683 47807 krefeld u.S.A. Germany telephone telephone general: ++1-360-896-9833 general: ++49-(0)2151-3614-0 fax: ++1-360-896-9724 fax: +...