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WACOM Cintiq Companion 2 User Manual

WACOM Cintiq Companion 2
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About your Cintiq Companion 2
Introduction
Your Cintiq Companion 2 is a high-performance mobile computer that supports both pen and
touch input, and is designed to accommodate your work preferences. The Cintiq operates in two
different modes: plugged into your computer, or as a completely mobile, battery-powered device.
See Cintiq Companion 2 Modes for descriptions of Desktop and Mobile Mode features.
Desktop Mode. When you connect the Cintiq to a computer using the Windows™ or
Macintosh™ operating system, it functions as a pen display that supports pen and touch
input for design and graphics work. It also can be used to play music from your
computer, or for video conferencing.
Mobile Mode. When the Cintiq is disconnected from your computer, it functions as a
Windows tablet with its own processor, pen and touch input, and connections to the
Internet and accessory devices. While on the go you can review and edit your work, and
access the Internet, email, and the features and functionality of the operating system.
If you change modes by connecting or disconnecting the Cintiq, it will automatically switch to
the new mode. You can move and share information between the two modes using a Micro SD
card.
The Cintiq Companion 2 can be used in landscape or portrait orientation, lying flat on your desk
or in your lap. In landscape orientation, it can be placed in one of three inclined positions, using
the optional stand. When drawing or sketching, you have up to 2048 pressure levels and a
comfortable drawing surface.
See Cintiq Companion 2 features for illustrations of your pen display, and Using your Cintiq for
general information and system requirements. Refer to your Quick Start Guide for additional
information and illustrations. The product Help topics can also help you make the best use of
your new Cintiq, and can be accessed from the Wacom Tablet Properties or the Wacom Desktop
Center.
Your Cintiq can be used with the pen that came with your product, or a Wacom™ accessory pen
or tool specified for use with the Cintiq Companion 2.
Cintiq Companion 2 components
Professional-level pen input
Multi-finger touch input
Two speakers

Questions and Answers:

WACOM Cintiq Companion 2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandWACOM
ModelCintiq Companion 2
CategoryHandhelds
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Desktop Mode

Connects the Cintiq to a computer as a pen display for design and graphics work.

Mobile Mode

Uses the Cintiq as a mobile Windows tablet with its own processor, pen, and touch input.

Cintiq Companion 2 Features

Customizable ExpressKeys™

Explains the function and customization of six programmable keys on the pen display for shortcuts.

Cintiq Companion 2 Modes

Desktop Mode Operation

Explains enabling Desktop Mode via connection with a computer and driver installation.

Mobile Mode Operation

Explains how the Cintiq functions as a Windows tablet when disconnected from a computer.

Calibrating Your Cintiq

Calibration Process Guide

Guides users through aligning the screen cursor with the pen position for accurate drawing and parallax compensation.

Wacom Tablet Properties Overview

Tablet Properties Interface Features

Outlines the main features, icons, and navigation within the Wacom Tablet Properties interface.

Application-Specific Settings

Customizing Settings Per Application

Details how to tailor tool and ExpressKey settings for individual applications for optimized workflow.

Managing Application-Specific Settings

Creating Application-Specific Settings

Guides on how to add and configure custom settings for specific applications via the Application list.

Removing Application-Specific Settings

Explains the process to delete custom settings for a particular application from the list.

Button Functions

Standard Button Functions

Describes common mouse button functions like click, right-click, double-click, and click lock for pen buttons.

Keystroke Definition

Explains how to define custom keystroke combinations for ExpressKeys, mouse, and pen buttons via a dialog.

Defining Keystrokes

Entering Keystroke Combinations

Details how to enter key combinations, name them, and save them for custom functions in the Define Keystroke dialog.

Display Toggle Functionality

Customizing ExpressKeys for Cintiq

Assigning Functions to ExpressKeys

Guides on selecting and assigning functions from dropdown menus in Wacom Tablet Properties for ExpressKeys.

Using Integrated Applications

Using Multi-Touch

Wacom On-Screen Controls

Customizing On-Screen Controls

Using On-Screen Controls

Display Settings - Main

Display Settings - Advanced

Display Settings - Set Color

The Wacom Pen

Advanced Pen and Eraser Settings

Pen Feel Details Dialog

Explains how to adjust pen pressure sensitivity, click threshold, and max pressure using the interactive profile.

Customizing Your Pen: Overview

Customizing Your Pen

Pen Settings Details

Installing the Driver: Cintiq

Driver Installation Process

Explains the necessity of installing drivers for full functionality and notes pre-installed drivers for certain models.

Installing the Driver

Windows and Mac Driver Installation

Details the automatic driver installation for Windows and manual installation for Mac from the CD or download.

Using the Rocker Ring and Center Button

Uninstalling the Driver

Driver Uninstallation Procedures

Provides step-by-step instructions for uninstalling the Wacom driver on Windows and Mac operating systems.

Technical Support

Accessing Help Resources

Guides users on how to access product Help, FAQs, Troubleshooting tables, and Customer Care for assistance.

Testing Your Cintiq

General Testing Steps

Outlines steps to test USB connection, touch functionality, ExpressKeys, and Rocker Ring for proper operation.

Testing ExpressKeys, Rocker Ring, or Touch Ring

Diagnosing Component Issues

Explains using the Wacom Tablet Properties Diagnose feature to check tablet, tool, and touch-sensitive tablet information.

Testing the ExpressKeys

Testing the Rocker Ring

Testing the Touch Ring (Cintiq 24)

Testing a Pen

Pen Functionality Check

Outlines steps to test pen movement, clicks, side switch, and eraser functionality by interacting with the tablet.

Pen Testing Details

Pen Switch and Tilt Testing

Troubleshooting

General Troubleshooting Steps

Provides initial steps for problems like driver failure, compatibility conflicts, or testing tablet components.

Troubleshooting: Pen Display

Pen Display Problem Diagnosis

Refers to tables for general problems, pen/touch, wireless connection issues, and system-specific troubleshooting.

Troubleshooting: Mac- or Windows-specific

Mac Startup Issues

Addresses problems with driver loading or tablet detection during Mac startup, suggesting checks and reinstallation.

Troubleshooting: Pen and Touch

Pen Positioning or Functionality Issues

Covers problems where the pen does not position the cursor correctly or work properly, often due to driver issues.

Pen Drawing and Clicking Issues

Pen Pressure and Clicking Problems

Addresses issues with drawing/inking pressure sensitivity, clicking difficulty, and double-clicking problems.

Pen Function Issues

Touch Input Issues

Using the Pen

Wacom Desktop Center

Accessing and Navigating WDC

Explains how to access and use the Wacom Desktop Center utility for settings, updates, and learning resources.

Wacom Desktop Center Features

Backup & Restore Settings

Working with Multiple Monitors

Monitor Mapping and Configuration

Explains how the pen tablet maps to monitors in extended or mirror mode based on computer display settings.