DCU 220
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  • Page 1 DCU 220 en User manual...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    | 2 | DCU 220 | Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents ....................2 CHAPTER 1 ..................... 5 Regulatory Information ..................5 Safety instructions ................... 5 Location Guidelines ....................5 General Guidelines ....................6 About lithium batteries ..................6 About the AC adapter ..................
  • Page 3 Table of Contents | DCU 220 | 3 | en WLAN ........................19 Turning On/Off the WLAN Radio ..............20 Connecting to a WLAN Network ..............21 Using the BT Feature ..................22 Turning On/Off the BT Radio ................22 Connecting to another BT Device ................
  • Page 4 | 4 | DCU 220 | Table of Contents G-Manager ..................... 32 DCU 220-Camera (Option) ................33 CHAPTER 7 ................... 35 Caring for DCU 220 ................... 35 Cleaning Guidelines ..................35 Battery Pack Guidelines ................36 Important guidelines when using the battery pack........37 Touchscreen Guidelines ................
  • Page 5: Chapter 1

    Operating in an environment with metallic dust is not allowed.  Place DCU 220 on a flat and steady surface. Do not stand DCU 220 on its side or store  it in an upside-down position. A strong impact by dropping or hitting may damage DCU 220.
  • Page 6: General Guidelines

    Do not expose your skin to DCU 220 when operating it in a very hot or cold  environment. Do not place heavy objects on top of DCU 220 when it is closed as this may damage the  display.
  • Page 7: Chapter 2

    Turning On and Off DCU 220 | DCU 220 | 7 | en Chapter 2 Turning On and Off DCU 220 Turning On Press the power button ( ).The Windows operating system should start. Turning Off When you finish a working session, you can stop the system by turning off the power or leaving it in Sleep or Hibernation mode: To..
  • Page 8: Chapter 3

    DCU 220. CAUTION: Do not expose your skin to DCU 220 when operating it in a very hot or cold  environment.
  • Page 9: Cursor-Control Keys

    Operating DCU 220 | DCU 220 | 9 | en Cursor-Control Keys Cursor-control keys are generally used for moving and editing purposes. Note: The word “cursor” refers to the indicator on the screen that lets you know exactly where on your screen anything you type will appear. It can take the form of a vertical or horizontal line, a block, or one of many other shapes.
  • Page 10: Numeric Keypad

    Num Lock off or you can press Fn and then the letter without turning Num Lock off. Some software may not be able to use the numeric keypad on DCU 220. If so, use the ...
  • Page 11: Hot Keys

    Hot keys refer to a combination of keys that can be pressed any time to activate special functions of DCU 220. Most hot keys operate in a cyclic way. Each time a hot key combination is pressed, it shifts the corresponding function to the other or next choice.
  • Page 12: Windows Keys

    | 12 | DCU 220 | Operating DCU 220 Function Switches the touchpad on or off. Switches the system sound output off (mute) or on. Switches the display backlight on or off. Serves as the sleep button that you can define with Windows’ Power Options.
  • Page 13: Using The Touchpad

    When tapping on the pad, tap lightly. Do not use excessive force. The touchpad is a pointing device that allows you to communicate with DCU 220 by controlling the location of the pointer on the screen and making selection with the buttons.
  • Page 14 | 14 | DCU 220 | Operating DCU 220 Here are some common terms that you should know when using the touchpad: Term Action Point Move your finger on the pad until the cursor points to the selection on the screen.
  • Page 15: Configuring The Touchpad

    To configure the touchpad, go to Settings  Devices  Mouse & touchpad Navigation on the Touchscreen The screen of DCU 220 is touch-sensitive. You can operate DCU 220 by touching the screen with your finger or the stylus. CAUTION: Do not use a sharp object such as a ballpoint pen or pencil on the touchscreen.
  • Page 16 | 16 | DCU 220 | Operating DCU 220 NOTE: If liquid is spilled on the touchscreen causing a wet area, the area will stop responding to any inputs. For the area to function again, you must dry it.
  • Page 17 Operating DCU 220 | DCU 220 | 17 | en Using Multi-touch Gestures You can interact with DCU 220 by placing two fingers on the screen. The movement of the fingers across the screen creates “gestures,” which send commands to DCU 220.
  • Page 18 | 18 | DCU 220 | Operating DCU 220 Action Gesture Description = Finger down; = Finger up) Press and Tap Use press and tap to access the shortcut menu. Press on target and tap using a second finger.
  • Page 19: Using The Network Features

    The internal 10/100/1000Base-T LAN (Local Area Network) module allows you to connect DCU 220 to a network. It supports data transfer rate up to 1000 Mbps. To connect the network cable to the Lan module, connect the end oft he Lan cable with the...
  • Page 20: Turning On/Off The Wlan Radio

    | 20 | DCU 220 | Operating DCU 220 Turning On/Off the WLAN Radio To turn on the WLAN radio: Make sure that the Airplane mode is switched off. You can control the Airplane mode using one of the below methods.
  • Page 21: Connecting To A Wlan Network

    Operating DCU 220 | DCU 220 | 21 | en Connecting to a WLAN Network Make sure that the WLAN function is enabled (as described above). Tap the Wireless Network icon on the taskbar. In the list of available wireless networks, tap a network, and then tap Connect.
  • Page 22: Using The Bt Feature

    | 22 | DCU 220 | Operating DCU 220 Using the BT Feature The BT 4.0 technology allows short-range (about 50 meters) wireless communications between devices without requiring a cable connection. Data can be transmitted through walls, pockets and briefcases as long as two devices are within range.
  • Page 23: Connecting To Another Bt Device

    Operating DCU 220 | DCU 220 | 23 | en Connecting to another BT Device Make sure that the BT function is enabled (as described above). Make sure that the target BT device is turned on, discoverable and within close range.
  • Page 24: Chapter 4

    AC Adapter CAUTION: The AC adapter is designed for use with DCU 220 only. Connecting the AC adapter to  another device can damage the adapter. The AC power cord supplied with DCU 220 is for use in the country where you ...
  • Page 25: Battery Pack

     charged; otherwise you will get a prematurely charged battery. To charge the battery pack, connect the AC adapter to DCU 220 and an electrical outlet. The Battery Charge Indicator ( ) on DCU 220 glows amber to indicate that charging is in progress.
  • Page 26: Initializing The Battery Pack

    DCU 220. The operating time of a fully charged battery pack depends on how you are using DCU 220. When your applications often access peripherals, you will experience a shorter operating time.
  • Page 27: Battery Low Signals And Actions

    When the battery is low, DCU 220’s Battery Charge Indicator ( ) also blinks red to alert you to take actions. Always respond to low-battery by connecting the AC adapter, placing DCU 220 in Hibernation mode, or turning off DCU 220. Robert Bosch GmbH...
  • Page 28: Power-Saving Tips

    | 28 | DCU 220 | Managing Power Power-Saving Tips Aside from enabling DCU 220’s power saving mode, you can do your part to maximize the battery’s operating time by following these suggestions. Do not disable Power Management. ...
  • Page 29: Chapter 5

    Expanding DCU 220 | DCU 220 | 29 | en Chapter 5 Expanding DCU 220 You can expand the capabilities of DCU 220 by connecting other peripheral devices. When using a device, be sure to read the instructions accompanying the device together with the relevant section in this chapter.
  • Page 30: Connecting A Usb Device

    | 30 | DCU 220 | Expanding DCU 220 Connecting a USB Device DCU 220 has three USB ports (two USB 3.0 ports at the rear and one USB 2.0 port at the right side) for connecting USB devices, such as a digital camera, scanner, printer, modem, and mouse.
  • Page 31: Connecting A Serial Device

    Expanding DCU 220 | DCU 220 | 31 | en Connecting a Serial Device DCU 220 has a serial port for connecting a serial device such as a serial mouse or serial communication device. Connecting an Audio Device For higher audio quality, you can send sound through an external audio device.
  • Page 32: Chapter 6

    The OSD (On Screen Display) Control Panel provides a user-friendly interface for you to quickly activate or operate certain functions on DCU 220 with a simple tap of the screen. To open the OSD Control Panel, start the program named OSDC. You can also press the Windows Logo button on DCU 220 to open it.
  • Page 33: Dcu 220-Camera (Option)

    Using Special Utilities | DCU 220 | 33 | en View system information.  Check the battery status and configure the battery.  Configure ECO modes (or called power profiles).  View light sensor information.  Configure the hardware button function.
  • Page 34 | 34 | DCU 220 | Using Special Utilities The GPS positioning will be automatically activated. When the GPS positioning is completed, you will see the geographical information in the watermark area on the image. For detailed information on the program, see the program’s online help.
  • Page 35: Chapter 7

     adhesive tape to remove the dust and grease on its surface. If water or liquid is split onto DCU 220, wipe it dry and clean when possible. Though  DCU 220 is water-proof, do not leave DCU 220 wet when you can dry it.
  • Page 36: Battery Pack Guidelines

    It is recommended that you do not charge the battery pack more than once a day.  It is recommended that you charge the battery pack with DCU 220’s power off.  To maintain the battery pack’s operating efficiency, store it in a cool dark place removed ...
  • Page 37: Important Guidelines When Using The Battery Pack

    When installing or removing the battery pack take note of the following:  – avoid installing or removing the battery pack when DCU 220 is in Sleep mode. Abruptly removing the battery pack may cause loss of data or DCU 220 may become unstable.
  • Page 38: Touchscreen Guidelines

    Not using a soft cloth may cause damage to the special protective coating on the touchscreen surface. Turn off DCU 220 power when cleaning the display. Cleaning the display with the ...
  • Page 39: Chapter 8

    Computer problems can be caused by hardware, software, or both. When you encounter any problem, it might be a typical problem that can easily be solved. This chapter tells you what actions to take when solving common DCU 220 problems. Preliminary Checklist...
  • Page 40: Solving Common Problems

    The actual operating time can be different from the estimated time, depending on how you are using DCU 220. If the actual operating time is much less than the estimated time, initialize the battery. 1 689 989 330 | 2016-11-30...
  • Page 41: Bt Problems

    Troubleshooting | DCU 220 | 41 | en BT Problems I cannot connect to another device with BT wireless technology. Make sure that both devices have activated BT feature.  Make sure that the distance between the two devices is within the limit and that there ...
  • Page 42: Display Problems

    | 42 | DCU 220 | Troubleshooting Display Problems Nothing appears on the screen. During operation, the screen may automatically turn off as a result of power  management. Press any key to see if the screen comes back.
  • Page 43: Hardware Device Problems

    Make sure to clean up any part of the spill you can get to. Though the keyboard of DCU 220 is spill-proof, liquid will remain in the keyboard enclosure if you don’t remove it. Wait for the keyboard to air dry before using DCU 220 again.
  • Page 44: Software Problems

     Power Management Problems DCU 220 does not enter Sleep or Hibernation mode automatically. If you have a connection to another computer, DCU 220 does not enter Sleep or  Hibernation mode if the connection is actively in use. Make sure that the Sleep or Hibernation time-out is enabled.
  • Page 45: Startup Problems

    If so, make sure that the electrical outlet works properly. If you are using the battery power, make sure that the battery is not discharged.  When the ambient temperature is below -20 °C (-4 °F), DCU 220 will start up only if both  battery packs are installed.
  • Page 46: Wlan Problems

    Move DCU 220 away from the device causing the radio interference such as microwave  oven and large metal objects. Plug DCU 220 into an outlet on a different branch circuit from that used by the affecting  device. Consult your dealer or an experienced radio technician for help.
  • Page 47: Other Problems

    Troubleshooting | DCU 220 | 47 | en I cannot communicate with DCU 220 in the network when Infrastructure mode is configured. Make sure that the Access Point DCU 220 is associated with is powered on and all the  LEDs are working properly.
  • Page 48: Resetting Dcu 220

    | 48 | DCU 220 | Troubleshooting Resetting DCU 220 You may have to reset (reboot) DCU 220 on some occasions when an error occurs and the program you are using hangs up. CAUTION: Data that wasn’t saved before will be lost.! If you are sure the operation has stopped and you cannot use the “restart”...
  • Page 49 Robert Bosch GmbH Automotive Service Solutions Franz-Oechsle-Straße 4 73207 Plochingen DEUTSCHLAND www.bosch.com [email protected] 1 689 989 330 | 2016-11-30...

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