Sharp PC-9300 Specifications

iHow to Use this ManualThis manual describes your new notebook and contains all the information youneed to set up and use the notebook. Whether you ar

CHAPTER 1 Introducing the SystemThis compact-size notebook computer is packed with a full range of multimediaand communications features found on a f

iIndexAAC adapterconnecting to notebook2-1how to use4-1AC adapter jackdescription1-9activity indicatorsCD-ROM1-6description1-6floppy disk drive1-6hard

iiHhard disk drivechanging in setup3-5power managment powerdown3-12using4-4Iinfrared portchanging in setup3-7description1-7infrared communications4-14

iiidescription1-4printer portchanging in setup3-7description1-10how to use5-4pin assignmentE-1PS/2 portdescription1-10how to use5-8pin assignmentE-1RR

ivtime and datechanging in setup3-4troubleshootingC-1Vvideo out jackdescription1-9how to use5-9video out portchanging in setup3-7switching with hot ke

1-1IntroductionThis lightweight compact-size notebook computer has the following features.• 150 MHz Pentium processor with internal cache memory, and

1-2• Built-in 33.6 Kbps fax/modem with software support for voice mail,speakerphone, and telephone answering (US & Canada only) (PC-9300T only).•

1-3A Brief Tour of the SystemIn this section, you will learn how to locate and use the primary components ofthe notebook.Opening the UnitOpen the disp

1-4Inside the Main UnitColor DisplayThe PC-9300T uses an active matrix color display which has a diagonal length of11.3".The PC-9300D uses a dual

1-5KeyboardThe keyboard has 87 keys (US English) or 88 keys (others). Many functions ofthe notebook can be controlled by pressing special key combinat

1-6Activity IndicatorsThe six activity indicators are located just above the center of the keyboard. Thelamps turn on when the function that they repr

1-7Right-side ComponentsCD-ROM DriveThe CD-ROM drive can be used to read from CD-ROM data discs, video discs,and audio discs. Your notebook identifies

1-8There are two Type-II PC card slots. You can also use a Type-III PC card in thelower slot. The lower slot has an integrated Zoomed Video port so th

iiManual ConventionsThis manual uses different text styles to help identify different operations andfunctions of your notebook.Keyboard KeysWhen refer

1-9Rear-Edge PortsThe rear-edge of the notebook has two connector compartments and an ACadapter jack. You can access the connector compartments by pul

1-10PS/2 PortUse this port to connect your notebook to a PS/2 device such as an externalkeyboard or an external pointing device.Printer (Parallel) Por

CHAPTER 2 Using the Notebook for theFirst TimeThis chapter explains the procedures that you should follow the first time that youuse the notebook.

2-1Connecting the AC AdapterYour notebook can be powered by the internal, removable, rechargeable batterypack, or it can be connected to a wall power

2-2System Start-up and Shut-down1. After you have connected the AC adapter, open up the screen cover bysliding the screen locking latch to the right.2

2-3Note: Some machines may show a Safe Recovery message when they areturned on. This message is created because the notebook has been turnedon and the

2-4Using The KeyboardThe built-in keyboard has 87 keys (US English) or 88 keys (Others).About the KeyboardThe layout of your notebook's keyboard

2-5Key LegendsThe keycaps are engraved with different legends to indicate the function of thekey.Large Light-Gray LegendsThese represent the standard

2-6Fn + F3This key combination decreases the volume of the audiosystem. Hold down the keys until the volume is correct.Fn + F4This key combination inc

iiiSection Titles/Possible ParametersIn a section of text, words which represent selectable parameters, or words whichrefer to other sections in the m

2-7Fn + F8This key combination decreases the contrast of the built-inscreen. Hold down the keys until the display is correct. Thisfunction only operat

CHAPTER 3 Setup UtilityYour notebook is installed with a Setup utility that lets you change theconfiguration of the system, and customize the securit

3-1About the Setup UtilityYour notebook is set up correctly when it first ships. However, you might need tochange the system configuration settings su

3-2Using the Setup UtilityThe Setup utility menu bar has six choices: Main, Advanced, Security, Power,Boot, and Exit. You can move between each of the

3-3When you select this option, any changes you have made to the field values arediscarded and the notebook restarts using the old values.Get Default

3-4Making Changes to the Main PageThe Main page of the Setup utility deals with the basic configuration of yournotebook, the hardware components, the

3-5Note: You can also change the time and date held by your notebook bydouble-clicking on the time button at the left of the Windows Task Bar.The Setu

3-6Making Changes to the Advanced PageThe Advanced page is used to configure more advanced features in yournotebook. The illustration below shows the

3-7IR ModeUse this field to make the infrared port comply with the ASK or IrDA standardfor infrared communications.LPT PortThis field lets you assign

ivRecording InformationFor future reference, please record the following information in the spacesprovided below.Model Number:Serial Number:BIOS Versi

3-8Note: When you expand a 640 x 480 display to fill the whole screen, itcauses some distortion to the screen fonts, and other elements of thedisplay.

3-9Supervisor Password is and User Password isThese two fields are for information only. They show if a supervisor password ora user password has been

3-10Caution: Disable this field before you format the hard disk drive, changethe partition structure of your hard disk, or re-install the system.About

3-11Setting and Changing the Password1. Display the Setup utility Security menu.2. Select the Set Supervisor Password field and press the Enter key.3.

3-12Making Changes to the Power PageThe Power page controls the power management routines that your notebook usesto reduce power consumption. The illu

3-13Video Power Down After:This field can be set to Disabled or it can specify a timeout from 2 to 15 minutes.If you do not operate the notebook and t

3-14Windows Power ManagementYour notebook is designed to use the Windows power management routines totransparently reduce system power consumption. Wh

3-15Suspend to disk is really another way of turning your notebook off. When yoususpend to disk, the contents of your notebook's memory are copie

3-16Resuming from Suspend ModeTo resume from the suspend to RAM mode, press the Space Bar.To resume from the suspend to disk mode, turn on the noteboo

3-17The Boot page of the Setup utility is a numbered list which defines the order in whichthe notebook will try to load (boot) an operating system eac

vUnpacking the NotebookPlease check that all the accessories listed below have been included with yourcomputer.Main Unit AC Adapter Power Cord Modem C

CHAPTER 4 Using the NotebookThis chapter shows you the basic operations of your notebook. The main subjectscovered are the power supply, the floppy d

4-1Power SupplyThe notebook can be powered by one of the following methods.• From an AC wall outlet.• From the battery pack.Note: Use the AC adapter w

4-2Using the Battery PackWhen a wall outlet is not available, you can use the rechargeable battery pack topower your notebook. When you are using the

4-3The calibration of the battery low level assumes that the notebook is runningnormally and no peripheral components are turned on. If, however, you

4-4Caution: Do not connect the AC adapter to your notebook during thedischarging of the battery. This will cancel the initialization of thebattery.Bat

4-5• Do not drop the notebook or submit it to strong shocks.CD-ROM DriveYour notebook is installed with a CD-ROM drive. CD-ROM discs can be used tosto

4-6Inserting a CD1. Turn on your notebook.2. Press the eject button and the disc tray will open slightly.3. Carefully pull the tray fully open.4. Plac

4-7Caution: When the tray is opened, the disc might still be spinning. Inthis case, please wait until the disc stops before removing it. Do noteject a

4-8After you have connected the telephone cable, click on the Windows Start button,and then click on the SuperVoice icon in the Programs list. Follow

viAbout the System DocumentationThe manuals included with your notebook are used as follows:Operation Manual (this manual)This manual gives instructio

4-9Using the GlidePointThe GlidePoint consists of a GlidePoint surface and two buttons. The surface actsas a representation of the notebook display.Mo

4-10PC Card SlotsThe left hand side of your notebook is equipped with a PC card compartment. Thecompartment contains two Type-II slots stacked one on

4-11Inserting and Removing PC CardsPC cards can be inserted and removed just like a floppy disk.Type-II cards:Can be used in the upper or lower slot.

4-12Ejecting PC Cards1. From the Start menu, select Settings - Control Panel.2. Click the PC card icon.3. Select the card you want to remove, and clic

4-1310. Select Input/Output Range in the Resource settings and click on theChanging Setting button.11. Select the value between 0100 and 03A0 by press

4-14Infrared CommunicationsThe IR port on the right side of the notebook lets you communicate with wirelessLAN ports, and other devices equipped with

4-15Infrared MonitorThe Infrared Monitor controls the IR port in compliance with the Infrared DataAssociation (IrDA). Although the physical IR port on

CHAPTER 5 System ExpansionIn this chapter you will find instructions on how to expand your notebook byconnecting it to peripheral devices such as a p

5-1Installation Safety PrecautionsThe parts and components of this notebook can be damaged by static electricity.When handling or connecting component

aTable of ContentsPrefaceHow to Use this Manual...iManual Conven

5-2Installing a Memory ModuleYour notebook comes with 16 MB of memory pre-installed. If you want toexpand the memory size, you can install any of the

5-3Beveled CornersMemoryModuleChanging the BatteryIf you frequently operate your notebook using battery power, we recommend thatyou purchase a spare b

5-45. Use the gap created by sliding the edge latch open to raise the outer edge ofthe battery pack out of the battery compartment.6. You can then rem

5-5Using the External Monitor PortFollow the steps below to connect an external Super VGA monitor to yournotebook.1. Turn off the notebook and pull do

5-6• In the TV Standard area, you can define the TV receiver to be either PAL orNTSC format.• In the Display Device area, you can direct the video to

5-7Resolution and Number of Colors DisplayedYou can change the resolution and the number of colors displayed as follows:1. From the Start menu, click

5-8Using the RS-232C Serial PortFollow the steps below to connect a serial device to your notebook.1. Turn off the notebook and pull down the connecto

5-93. Restart your notebook.4. If you have connected a pointing device such as a mouse or a trackball, youcan (optionally) press F2 to run the Setup u

5-103. Turn on the TV receiver or video device, and then turn on the notebook.When the setup prompt appears, press F2 to run the Setup utility.4. In t

5-11Using the Audio PortsYou can output the sound generated by your notebook to external audio devicesand you can use external devices to input sound

Making Changes to the Power Page ...3-12System Power Management...

5-12Setting a Joystick1. From the Windows Start menu, click on Settings-Control Panel.2. Double-click the Joystick icon.3. Set the properties appropri

APPENDIXESAppendixesThe appendixes include useful information on maintaining your notebook, using thesoftware, the connector pin assignments, and so o

A-1Appendix A: System MaintenanceThis appendix tells you how to look after your notebook to ensure problem-freeoperation and maximum life.Taking the N

A-2Cleaning the NotebookCleaning the CaseThe plastic case of the notebook can be cleaned with a soft, dry cloth.Note: Do not use cleaning products tha

B-1Appendix B: Notes on SoftwareThis appendix contains important notes on some of the software applications andutility programs that have been pre-ins

B-2Changing the Suspend-to-disk Partition SizeThe suspend-to-disk partition size should be 3 MB bigger than the installedmemory. The table below shows

B-3If you are using the DOS memory manager EMM386, you can exclude thesememory locations by modifying the line in the CONFIG.SYS start-up file thatloa

C-1Appendix C: TroubleshootingThis appendix provides information on pinpointing and solving commonproblems that you may encounter using the notebook.P

C-2A few common problems and suggested solutions are presented in the exampleswhich follow.Question: Why doesn’t the power switch function?• If operat

cAppendixesAppendix A: System Maintenance...A-1Taking the Notebook on the Road ...

C-3Question: Why do I get a non-system disk or disk error message?• You may have inserted a non-bootable disk in drive A: (either a defectivedisk or o

C-4• Check the Windows volume control and mute button. Click the speakersymbol beside the clock on the task bar to open the Volume Control window.Ques

D-1Appendix D: System MappingThe tables below indicate the memory mapping and the system interrupt andDMA channel assignments.Memory MapMemory Address

D-2System InterruptsInterrupt Assignment0 System Timer1 Keyboard2 Programmable Interrupt Controller3 COM2, Generic IR Serial Port (SHARP Serial Infra-

D-3I/O Address MapAddress Assignment000-01F DMA Controller 1020-021 Interrupt Controller 1040-05F Timer/Counter060-06F Keyboard Controller070-07F RTC,

E-1Appendix E: Connector Pin AssignmentsPrinter (Parallel) PortPin Standard EPP ECP1 Strobe Write Strobe2 Pdata0 Pdata0 Pdata03 Pdata1 Pdata1 Pdata14

E-2Serial (RS-232C) PortPin Signal Pin Signal1DCD6DSR2RD7RTS3SD8CTS4DTR9 RI5GNDExternal Monitor (SVGA) PortPin Signal Pin Signal1Red9NC2 Green 10 GND3

F-1Appendix F: SpecificationsMain UnitModel PC-9300D PC-9300TCPU Pentium 150MHz with 16KB L1 cache and 256KB L2 cache.ROM 256KB Flash EPROM with Syste

F-2Other I/O Ports One serial, one parallel, one SVGA, one video-out, onegame/MIDI, one PS/2, one expansion connector.Not available. One telephone (RJ