1. Hold down FN key and the keyboard will turn on the most recently
used overlay function.
2. Release FN key to return to normal keyboard operation.
Temporarily changing modes
If the computer is in Numeric Mode, you can switch temporarily to Arrow
Mode by pressing a SHIFT key, while if it is in Arrow Mode, you can
switch temporarily to Numeric Mode by also pressing a SHIFT key.
Generating ASCII characters
Not all ASCII characters can be generated using normal keyboard
operation, but you are able to generate these characters using their
specific ASCII codes.
1. Hold down ALT with the overlay on or ALT + FN with overlay off.
2. Using the overlay keys, type the ASCII code of the character you
require.
3. Release ALT or ALT + FN. The ASCII character appears on the
display screen.
Touch keyboard
Touch keyboard is an on-screen virtual keyboard allowing you to type on
the touch screen.
To use the touch keyboard, tap in an area where you can type. The
keyboard opens automatically.
To manually open the touch keyboard, do either of the following:
In the Settings charm, click Keyboard -> Touch keyboard and
handwriting panel.
Click the keyboard icon ( ) in the taskbar of your Windows
desktop.
Battery
This section explains battery use, recharging methods and handling.
Battery pack
The tablet computer contains a battery pack inside. Also, depending on the
model you purchased, the keyboard dock might contain a second battery
pack to extend the battery operating time.
When the AC adaptor is not connected, the main power source of the
computer is the lithium polymer battery pack.
Real-Time Clock (RTC) function
The Real-Time Clock (RTC) function is supported. The battery pack
provides power for the internal real-time clock and calendar function and
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