User manual WACOM INTUOS2 - MAC

USER'S MANUAL FOR MACINTOSH Navigation ® 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 without obligation to provide notification of such changes. Wacom does its best to provide current and accurate information in this manual. However, Wacom reserves the right to change any specifications and product configurations at its discretion, without prior notice and without obligation to include such changes in this manual. TRADEMARKS Wacom and Intuos are registered trademarks. Tool ID, QuickPoint, DuoSwitch, and DualTrack are trademarks of Wacom Company, Limited. Acrobat® Reader Copyright © 1987-2001 Adobe Systems Incorporated. All rights reserved. Adobe, Acrobat, and Photoshop are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated which may be registered in certain jurisdictions. Apple, the Apple logo, and Macintosh are registered trademarks of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Any additional company and product names mentioned in this documentation may be trademarked and/or registered as trademarks. Mention of third-party products is for information purposes only and constitutes neither an endorsement nor a recommendation. Wacom assumes no responsibility with regard to the performance or use of these products. Contents Index Page 2 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 reception. FCC NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. You can determine whether the tablet is causing interference by powering it off. If the interference stops, it was probably caused by the tablet. If your tablet does cause interference to radio or television reception, you may be able to correct the interference by using one or more of the following measures: · Rotate the television or radio antenna until the interference stops. · Move the tablet farther away from the television or radio. · Plug the tablet and computer into an outlet that is on a different circuit from the television or radio. If necessary, consult your Wacom dealer or an experienced radio/television technician for help. Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by Wacom could void the FCC Certification and negate your authority to operate the product. Contents Index Page 3 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) Based on the results of these tests, Wacom declares that the above mentioned devices conform to Article 10.1 of the European Council Directive 89/336/EEC and to the European Council Directive 73/23/EEC, and indicates this conformity by the CE-sign on each device. The device must be installed and operated always in strict accordance to the instructions given in this handbook. Any changes or modifications to this product that were not specifically authorized by Wacom will invalidate this declaration. Contents Index Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS Trademarks Radio and Television Interference FCC Notice CE Declaration About the Manual Navigating the Manual 2 3 3 4 8 11 Using the Airbrush Holding the Airbrush Using the 2D Mouse Using the 4D Mouse Using the 2D Mouse or 4D Mouse Fingerwheel Using the Lens Cursor Caring for Your Tools and Tablet Replacing the Pen or Airbrush Tip DuoSwitch Removal and Installation 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 USING INTUOS2 Appearance and Features Intuos2 4x5 / A6 Tablet Intuos2 6x8 / A5 and 9x12 / A4-regular Tablets Intuos2 12x12 / A4-oversize and 12x18 / A3 Tablets Intuos2 Tools Setting Up Your Work Area Working with the Tablet Adjusting the Pen Stand Adjusting Tablet Incline Using The Tablet Menu Strip Using the Pen Holding the Pen Pointing Clicking Using the Side Switch Dragging Proximity Drawing with Pressure Drawing with Tilt Erasing Eye-Hand Coordination Exercise 12 13 13 14 15 16 19 20 20 21 22 25 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 CUSTOMIZING Opening the Control Panel Control Panel Features Tabs Control Panel Lists Control Panel Buttons Customizing Your Tools Pen and Airbrush Tabs 2D Mouse and 4D Mouse Tabs Customizing Pen and Airbrush Settings Adjusting Tip Feel Adjusting Double-Click Customizing Tool Buttons Button Functions Airbrush Settings Adjusting Eraser Feel Customizing Tilt Sensitivity 45 46 47 48 50 51 52 52 52 53 54 55 56 57 63 64 65 Contents Index TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 5 Customizing Mouse Tool Settings Customizing the 2D Mouse Customizing the 2D Mouse Fingerwheel Customizing the 4D Mouse and Lens Cursor Programming the 4D Mouse and Lens Cursor Creating a Button Box Customizing the 4D Mouse Fingerwheel Tablet to Screen Mapping Positioning Mode Orientation Aspect Tablet Area Display Area Customizing the Pop-up Menu Add Macros Add Keystrokes Setting Mouse Speed Add Mapping Options Removing Pop-up Menu Options Customizing Tablet Buttons Working with Multiple Tools Adding a New Tool Using More Than One Tool Working with Application-Specific Settings Creating an Application-Specific Setting Adding Additional Tools to an Application's Tool List Changing Settings for a Specific Application and Tool Removing Application-Specific Settings Checking Your USB Tablet Mode 66 67 68 69 70 70 71 72 74 75 76 77 80 81 82 82 83 84 84 85 87 88 89 90 92 94 95 95 96 Pull-Down Menus File Edit Add Remove Language Help 97 97 97 98 98 99 99 ADVANCED FEATURES Advanced Tip Pressure Settings Click Force Adjustment Pressure Curve Adjustment Advanced Eraser Pressure Settings Copying Settings Using DualTrack Advanced Mapping 100 101 102 103 105 106 107 108 HAVING TROUBLE? Troubleshooting Testing USB Tablets Verifying Your Macintosh is USB Ready Resolving Software Conflicts on Systems Prior to OS X Using the Extensions Manager Testing Your Intuos2 Tools Testing a Pen or Airbrush Testing a 2D Mouse Testing a 4D Mouse or Lens Cursor Troubleshooting Tables USB Tablet Problems General Problems 113 114 114 115 116 116 117 117 119 120 121 121 122 Contents Index TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 6 Contacting Technical Support Linking to the Web Page Pre-Contact Checklist Who to Call USA, Canada, Central and South America Europe, Middle East and Africa Japan Asia Pacific (English) 126 126 126 127 128 129 130 130 APPENDICES Uninstalling the Software Registration Product Information Installing Multiple Tablets Product Specifications General Specifications for All Intuos2 Tablets 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) Intuos2 12x12 / A4-oversize Tablet ( Model XD-1212-U) Intuos2 12x18 / A3 Tablet (Model XD-1218-U) Intuos2 Grip Pen (Model XP-501E) Intuos2 Airbrush (Model XP-400E) Intuos2 Classic Pen (Model XP-300E) Intuos2 Ink Pen (Model XP-110) Intuos2 Stroke Pen (Model XP-120) Intuos2 2D Mouse (Model XC-100) Intuos2 4D Mouse (Model XC-400) Intuos2 Lens Cursor (Model XC-210) 131 132 132 132 133 134 134 135 135 135 136 136 136 137 137 137 138 138 138 138 Parts and Accessories Ordering Parts and Accessories Tablets Tools Other Parts and Accessories License and Warranties Software License Limited Warranty Warranty on Sales Outside of U.S. and Canada License and Warranties (Europe) Software License Agreement Limited Warranty and Liability Liability of WACOM 139 139 140 140 143 144 144 145 147 148 148 149 150 GLOSSARY INDEX 151 155 Contents Index TABLE OF CONTENTS Page 7 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 Intuos2 introduces you to the many capabilities of your Intuos2 tablet, including a description of the various tablet models, and the features and functions of each Intuos2 tool. This section also includes exercises for new users. Customizing describes how you can change the control panel settings to optimize Intuos2 tablets and tools for your personal work style. Advanced Features allow further customization of your Intuos2 Professional Graphics Tablet. Explore them after you have become familiar with using Intuos2 and the basic control panel settings. Having Trouble? Need troubleshooting guidelines? Do you have a question for Technical Support? You will find the answers to most common questions here. The Appendices include information on uninstalling and registering your tablet, product specifications, license and warranty information, and a listing of replacement parts and accessories. If you are using more than one tablet on your computer, you will find instructions on adding and working with multiple tablets. · · · · Note: This manual does not contain information on installing your tablet. Please refer to your product Quick Start Guide and to the automated software installer (located on the Wacom Tablet CD) for details on installing your Wacom tablet. If you are new to electronic documentation, be sure to read Navigating the Manual. Contents Index Page 8 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. Within this manual, USA tablet size descriptors are always shown before the "/ ". SMALL CAPITAL LETTERS are used to identify the names of keyboard keys, dialog boxes, and control panel options. As you read through the Customizing and Advanced Features chapters, you will notice that the screen shots of the control panel tabs do not show the tab buttons. These are intentionally left out in order to save space within the manual. Remember that you can always use the Acrobat Reader zoom-in tool to increase the size of the manual on your display screen. Contents Index Page 9 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 built-in support for Intuos2 features (such as pressure-sensitivity, tilt, airbrush simulation, 3D navigation with the 4D Mouse, and two-handed input). You can find a listing of applications that support these features at Wacom's web site (see Product Information). Refer also to your application manuals for information on how best to use Intuos2 features within specific applications. Your best source for the above information is the set of manuals and disks that came with your hardware, operating system, applications, or other Wacom tablets. Contents Index Page 10 NAVIGATING THE MANUAL Use the navigation controls to move through the manual: Go to front page. Contents Index Go to Table of Contents. Go to Index. Go back to previous view. Page back, or page forward. HEADING TEXT Go to beginning of section. Topic Go to topic. Topic continued. The Acrobat Reader provides you with additional tools for using and printing the manual. Refer to the Acrobat Reader Online Guide for more information. Contents Index Page 11 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. Note: The tablet input tools that came with your Intuos2 tablet will not work on any other tablet model (including tablets from the Intuos series). Likewise, older Intuos tablet input tools will not work on your Intuos2 tablet. APPEARANCE AND FEATURES SETTING UP YOUR WORK AREA WORKING WITH THE TABLET USING THE PEN USING THE AIRBRUSH USING THE 2D MOUSE USING THE 4D MOUSE USING THE LENS CURSOR CARING FOR YOUR TOOLS AND TABLET Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 12 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 Accessories. INTUOS2 4x5 / A6 TABLET Menu Strip Status LED Cable Pen Stand Active Area Tablet Overlay Note: To learn more about your tablet, see Working with the Tablet. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 13 INTUOS2 6x8 / A5 AND 9x12 / A4-REGULAR TABLETS Status LED Menu Strip (removable) Cable Pen Stand Incline Bar (shown attached) Active Area Tablet Overlay QuickPoint Area Indicators (on 9x12/A4-regular and larger tablets) Note: The Intuos2 9x12/A4-regular tablet is shown. To learn more about your tablet, see Working with the Tablet. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 14 INTUOS2 12x12 / A4-OVERSIZE AND 12x18 / A3 TABLETS Pen Stand Status LED Cable Menu Strip (removable) Active Area QuickPoint Area Indicators Tablet Overlay Note: The Intuos2 12x12/A4-oversize tablet is shown. To learn more about your tablet, see Working with the Tablet. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 15 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 differently. Note: The tool(s) included with your tablet will vary depending on which tablet model and configuration you purchased. The Intuos2 Grip Pen and Airbrush are pressure-sensitive freehand tools for image editing and creating natural-looking pen and brush strokes. Eraser See Tools for information on other available pens for Intuos2. Eraser Side Switch Removable DuoSwitch (rocker style) Rubberized grip area Replaceable Nib (pen tip) Intuos2 Grip Pen Fingerwheel Replaceable Nib Intuos2 Airbrush Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 16 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 task you may have done previously with a standard mouse. If you have an Intuos2 4D Mouse, it can also be used for 3D navigation with four degrees of control: x and y position, fingerwheel position, and positional rotation. Programmable Buttons Fingerwheel. This is an integrated middle button and rolling wheel that can be programmed for a variety of actions, and can also be used for up and down scrolling in the active window. Note: Although the 2D Mouse has Tool ID, it does not support DualTrack, which enables you to work with two tools on the same tablet simultaneously. 2D Mouse Fingerwheel. This can be used for up and down scrolling in the active window, and for application-specific tasks in supporting applications. Programmable Buttons 4D Mouse Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 17 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. Lens (moveable) Programmable Buttons For information on these and other available Intuos2 tools, refer to Parts and Accessories. Lens Cursor Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 18 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 with a minimum of eyestrain. To minimize fatigue: · · · · Take short breaks between tasks to stretch and relax your muscles. Use a gentle grip when working with your Intuos2 tools. Alternate tasks and tools throughout the day. Minimize awkward postures and repetitive movements that cause discomfort. For some tablet models, you can adjust the tablet incline and attach the pen stand to better fit your work style. Refer to Adjusting Tablet Incline and Adjusting the Pen Stand for additional information. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 19 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. 4x5/A6 tablet shown. The stand is free-standing. Place it within easy reach of your tablet. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 20 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 an inclined tablet position more comfortable. To attach the incline bar: 1. First turn the tablet upside down and locate the incline bar recess. 2. Remove the paper backing from the incline bar to expose the adhesive. Carefully press the bar's adhesive side onto the tablet recess area. 3. Return the tablet to its face up position. The recess is designed for use in landscape orientation. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 21 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 removable, and can be written on with a pencil. The number of available buttons depends on your tablet model. To use the menu strip, click on a button with your Intuos2 tool; the function assigned to that button will occur. To remove the menu strip, carefully lift the overlay sheet from the left side and gently slide the menu strip out. You can use the adhesive side of a sticky notepad sheet to "grab" the menu strip. When removing and replacing the menu strip, take care not to bend or tear your tablet overlay. Notes: · · When pointing to a button, the screen cursor changes to display the button number. Tablet buttons that have been set to IGNORED will not display the button number. Changes to mapping and pressure options apply only to the tool used to select the respective tablet button. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 22 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 new open close save print exit cut copy paste undo del Back Forward Stop Refresh Keyboard shortcut Command+N Command+O Command+W Command+S Command+P Command+Q Command+X Command+C Command+V Command+Z Delete +[ +] +. +R Function (typical) Open a new document Open an existing document Close a document Save work Print document Quit application Cut text or image Copy text or image Paste text or image Undo last change Delete selected image or text Set button for internet browser back function (6x8/A5 or larger tablets) Set button for internet browser forward function (6x8/A5 or larger tablets) Set button for internet browser stop function (9x12/A4-regular or larger tablets) Set button for internet browser refresh function (9x12/A4-regular or larger tablets) Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 23 Button name Mode Pen Mouse QuickPoint Pressure Soft Med Firm Keyboard shortcut N/A N/A N/A Function (typical) Set tool mapping to Pen Mode Set tool mapping to Mouse Mode Set tool mapping to QuickPoint Mode (9x12/A4-regular or larger tablets) Set the tip feel for a soft setting Set the tip feel for a medium setting Set the tip feel for a firm setting N/A N/A N/A 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. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 24 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 you are unfamiliar with using a pen, try the exercises on the following pages. HOLDING THE PEN Hold the Intuos2 Pen like you would a normal pen. Make sure the DuoSwitch is in a convenient location where you can toggle it with your thumb or forefinger, but not accidently press the switch while drawing. You can tilt the pen in any way that feels most comfortable for drawing. Position for drawing Position for erasing Important: When the pen is not in use, place it in the Intuos2 pen stand or lay it flat on your desk. To maintain the sensitivity of your pen tip, do not store the pen in a container where it will rest on its tip. Leaving an Intuos2 tool on the tablet may interfere with screen cursor positioning when using other pointing devices. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 25 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 computer screen where every point on the tablet's active area corresponds to exactly one point on the display screen; wherever you place the pen on the tablet, the screen cursor will jump to the corresponding point on the screen. This is the default setting for the Intuos2 Pen and Airbrush, and makes tracing possible--something you cannot do with a mouse. In Mouse Mode, you move the cursor with a "pick up and roll" action similar to using a mouse. This is the default setting for the 2D Mouse, 4D Mouse, and Lens Cursor. · Try moving the screen cursor by lifting the Intuos2 Pen and placing it in a new location on the tablet. The cursor instantly jumps to the new location. As the pen enters Proximity, the tablet senses the pen above the tablet surface. You do not need to touch the tablet with the pen tip in order to move the screen cursor. Learning Hint: If you are used to working with a mouse and find that using a pen is somewhat difficult, try the Eye-Hand Coordination Exercise. Pointing Hint: Pointing is easier when you orient the tablet so the screen cursor follows the same direction as your hand movements on the tablet. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 26 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 cursor over the icon and pressing down on the pen tip. The icon should highlight when you press. Double Clicking. To double-click, quickly tap the tablet twice in the same place with the pen tip. This is like clicking twice with a mouse button. You can also double-click by pressing the lower side switch--this is the preferred method of double-clicking with a pen. Try both ways of double-clicking on a folder icon to open it. First use your pen tip to do this, then use the lower side switch. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 27 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. You do not have to touch the pen tip to the tablet in order to use the switch. The upper switch position simulates the CTRL key by default. Double-Click Hint: Press the lower side switch to double-click. This is easier than tapping twice with the pen tip. The lower switch position is set for a double-click by default. Important: The DuoSwitch on the Intuos2 Grip Pen can be removed if you do not need the switch functionality. See DuoSwitch Removal and Installation for more information. To assign new switch functions, refer to Customizing Tool Buttons. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 28 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 to the beginning of a text line, then drag the Intuos2 Pen across the tablet until the text is highlighted. First, try moving an icon on the screen. Then, within a document, select some text by pressing and dragging the pen tip across the text. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 29 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 photograph as long as the pen tip remains within proximity height. Place a picture under the tablet overlay and try tracing it from within one of your graphics applications. 6 mm (0.24 inch) Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 30 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 example, in some drawing programs sliders are used to vary brush characteristics (width, color, and opacity). These characteristics can be controlled much better by the Intuos2 Pen's pressure-sensitivity. You can vary line width, blend colors, and change opacity with the pressure you exert upon the pen. To draw with pressure-sensitivity, select a pressure-sensitive tool from your application's tool palette. Draw along the surface of the tablet while applying various amounts of pressure downward on the tip of the Intuos2 Pen. Press hard for thick lines or dense color. Press gently for thin lines or softer color. To adjust the tip feel, see Adjusting Tip Feel. Visit our web site for a list of graphics applications that support pressure. See Product Information. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 31 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 can be used to make a line thin when the tool is vertical, or wide when the tool is tilted. In other applications, you can adjust tilt to define brush characteristics such as width, color and opacity. To test tilt, draw a curve in a graphics application (such as Painter) that supports tilt. Be sure that the tilt function in your application is active, then change the tilt of the pen as you draw to vary the shape and thickness of the brush stroke. As an example, with the Wacom PenTools Virtual Airbrush Photoshop plug-in, tilting the pen results in an elongated pattern. This simulates the effects of an airbrush spray that is angled away from the paint surface. To adjust how much you must tilt the pen to produce a desired tilt effect in your application, see Customizing Tilt Sensitivity. Not all applications support tilt. To see a list of applications which currently support this feature, visit our web site. See Product Information. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 32 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. You can also use the eraser in many standard office applications. The eraser will not be pressure sensitive, but you can use it to select and delete text or spreadsheet cells. Try your eraser by opening Simple Text and typing a few words. Use the eraser to select the text. When you lift the eraser, the text will be erased. For further information on using your eraser, see Adjusting Eraser Feel. Visit our web site for a list of graphics applications that support the eraser (see Product Information). If the eraser is not supported in an application, you can still use the eraser for navigating and drawing. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 33 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 may seem difficult at first, but it is more natural and faster than in Mouse Mode. This exercise is designed to retrain your eye-hand coordination for using the Intuos2 Pen: 1. Open any graphics application. Use the line tool to draw a rectangular grid with line spacings of about 20-25 mm (3/4 to 1 inch). (You can use your traditional mouse to do this.) 2. Choose a free-hand tool in your application and use the Intuos2 Pen to draw a dot at each grid intersection. 3. Draw an X at each grid intersection. 4. Now draw a circle around each intersection. Your screen should look like this: 5. Clear your screen and make a simple drawing of your own. The more you use your Intuos2 Pen, the easier drawing and navigation will become. Soon, you may want to put your mouse away altogether. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 34 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 the spray pattern to elongate and feather out. Rolling the fingerwheel can adjust the spray intensity, and pressure on the tip can control the brush size. Pointing, Clicking, Erasing, and Proximity are similar to the pen. For additional information, refer to Holding the Airbrush and Using the Pen. Important: When the airbrush is not in use, place it in the Intuos2 pen stand or lay it flat on your desk. To maintain the sensitivity of your airbrush tip, do not store the airbrush in a container where it will rest on its tip. Leaving an Intuos2 tool on the tablet may interfere with screen cursor positioning when using other pointing devices. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 35 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 pressure-sensitivity. The side switch is set for a double-click by default. Roll the fingerwheel backwards to increase ink flow or brush size, and forward to reduce it. Your index finger should operate the wheel independently of the pressure you apply to the tip. To customize the fingerwheel, see Airbrush Settings. Visit Wacom's web site to learn which applications currently support the airbrush fingerwheel. See Product Information. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 36 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 (MOUSE MODE). The buttons are programmable, and the integrated fingerwheel is both a programmable middle button and a rolling wheel that you can use for scrolling. By choosing PEN MODE in the MAPPING/SPEED tab, you can position and navigate the screen cursor like you do with the Intuos2 Pen. Integrated middle button and fingerwheel. By default, the button function is set to DOUBLE CLICK and the fingerwheel is set to scroll 3 lines per wheel notch within the active window of supporting applications. Important: When the 2D Mouse is not in use, place it on your desk. Leaving an Intuos2 tool on the tablet may interfere with screen cursor positioning when using other pointing devices. The right button is set to MODIFIERS: CTRL+CLICK by default. The left button is set to single CLICK by default. To learn how to program buttons, see Customizing the 2D Mouse. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 37 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 (MOUSE MODE). By choosing PEN MODE in the MAPPING/SPEED tab, you can position and navigate the screen cursor like you do with the Intuos2 Pen. The integrated fingerwheel is both a programmable middle button and a self-centering wheel that can be used for scrolling. By default, the fingerwheel is set for up and down scrolling functionality. The 4D Mouse also supports axial rotation. In applications that support device rotation, simply turn the 4D Mouse on the tablet to control the rotation parameter. The rear buttons are ignored by default. The right button simulates a CTRL+CLICK by default. Important: When the 4D Mouse is not in use, place it on your desk. Leaving an Intuos2 tool on the tablet may interfere with screen cursor positioning when using other pointing devices. By default, the fingerwheel is set to perform a double-click when pressed. When rolled forward or backward, the fingerwheel is set for scrolling functionality in supporting applications. The left button is set to click by default. To learn how to program buttons, see Customizing the 4D Mouse and Lens Cursor. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 38 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 most applications the fingerwheel will control scrolling; move the fingerwheel forward to scroll up, and back to scroll down. For the 2D Mouse, the fingerwheel is set to scroll 3 lines for each notch of wheel movement. For the 4D Mouse, scrolling stops when you release the fingerwheel. (When you release the fingerwheel on the 4D Mouse it will spring back to the neutral position.) For applications that have built-in support for the fingerwheel, you can set the fingerwheel for application-defined functionality; it will then function according to how each specific application supports the fingerwheel. 2D Mouse shown. For a full description of fingerwheel features and functionality, see Customizing the 2D Mouse Fingerwheel or Customizing the Pop-up Menu. Visit Wacom's web site for a list of applications that currently support the 2D Mouse or 4D Mouse fingerwheel. See Product Information. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 39 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 useful for tracing and digitizing drawings into graphics and CAD applications. By default, the Lens Cursor is set to MOUSE MODE, which means you can position the screen cursor like you do with a regular mouse. When using the Lens Cursor to digitize a drawing, the Lens Cursor must be set to PEN MODE. Rotate lens for best viewing angle. Double-Click Button Click Button Simulates a CTRL+CLICK by default. Rear Buttons are ignored by default. Important: When the Lens Cursor is not in use, place it on your desk. Leaving an Intuos2 tool on the tablet may interfere with screen cursor positioning when using other pointing devices. Refer to Customizing the 4D Mouse and Lens Cursor for information on programming the Lens Cursor buttons. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 40 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 surface and Intuos2 tools. You can also use a very mild soap diluted with water. Do not use volatile liquids, such as paint thinner or benzene, because they may damage the plastic case. Keep your tablet and tools in a clean, dry place and avoid extremes in temperature. Room temperature is best. Also, your Intuos2 tools and tablet are not made to come apart. Except where specifically indicated for the Grip Pen DuoSwitch removal and replacement, twisting the pen case can break the pen. Taking apart the product will void your warranty. Important: When the pen or airbrush are not in use, place them in the Intuos2 pen stand or lay them flat on your desk. To maintain the sensitivity of your pen or airbrush tip, do not store the tools in a container where they will rest on their tip. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 41 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 instrument and pull it straight out of the pen or airbrush. 2. Slide the end of the new nib straight into the barrel of the pen or airbrush. Firmly push the nib until it stops. To order replacement parts, refer to Other Parts and Accessories. Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 42 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 unintentionally pressed on the switch. Note, however, that removing the DuoSwitch also removes the button functionality it offers. For most users it is unnecessary to remove the DuoSwitch. To remove the DuoSwitch: 1. Firmly clasp the DuoSwitch in the middle and pull out. (Press in on the rubberized grip in order to better grasp the switch). 1 Important: Do not remove the switch by prying it from either end as this may damage your pen. NEVER adjust the trimmer capacitor that will be visible when the switch is removed. When using the pen without the DuoSwitch, always replace the original rubberized grip with the optional grip in order to protect the trimmer capacitor. 2. Remove the pen tip cone by turning it counterclockwise. Then pull the grip forward over the pen tip. 2 3. Install the optional grip by aligning the pen case rails with the grooves inside the grip and pushing the grip over the pen tip. Then replace the pen tip cone by turning it clockwise onto the pen. 3 Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 43 To install the DuoSwitch: 1. Remove the pen tip cone by turning it counterclockwise. Then pull the grip forward over the pen tip. 1 2. Install the original grip (the one with the DuoSwitch access slot) by aligning the pen case rails with the grooves inside the grip and pushing the grip over the pen tip. When properly positioned, the DuoSwitch access hole will reveal the trimmer capacitor. Then install the pen tip cone by turning it clockwise onto the pen. 2 3. Align the DuoSwitch into place, making sure to match the switch position to the grip molding. Then gently press in on the DuoSwitch until it snaps into place. 3 Contents Index USING INTUOS2 Page 44 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 can learn how to further optimize Intuos2 by creating application-specific settings. OPENING THE CONTROL PANEL CONTROL PANEL FEATURES CUSTOMIZING YOUR TOOLS CUSTOMIZING PEN AND AIRBRUSH SETTINGS CUSTOMIZING MOUSE TOOL SETTINGS TABLET TO SCREEN MAPPING CUSTOMIZING THE POP-UP MENU CUSTOMIZING TABLET BUTTONS WORKING WITH MULTIPLE TOOLS WORKING WITH APPLICATION-SPECIFIC SETTINGS CHECKING YOUR USB TABLET MODE PULL-DOWN MENUS Contents Index CUSTOMIZING Page 45 OPENING THE CONTROL PANEL To open the control panel in OS X: 1. In the FINDER, select the GO menu and choose APPLICATIONS. 2. Open the WACOM folder and double-click on the tablet icon. To open the Wacom control panel, double-click here with the tool you wish to customize. To open the control panel in OS 8 and 9: Open the control panel with the Intuos2 tool you wish to customize. 1. Using your Intuos2 tool, open the Apple menu and choose CONTROL PANELS. 2. Double-click on the tablet icon. Contents Index CUSTOMIZING Page 46 CONTROL PANEL FEATURES Use the Wacom control panel to customize your Intuos2 Professional Graphics Tablet. The Pull-Down Menus access many control panel features. These buttons add an application or tool to the lists at the left. The Application List displays applications with customized settings. The Tool List displays tools that are customized for the above selected application. The Help button displays online Help. The information is the same as in the Customizing and Advanced Features chapters in this manual. Tabs display settings for the selected application and selected tool. Tab buttons apply only to the selected tab. Contents Index CUSTOMIZING Page 47 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 TOOL LIST and the appropriate tabs are displayed. If the TOOL LIST has more than one tool, you can select a different tool to customize and the appropriate tabs will display for that tool. These tabs are displayed for the Intuos2 Pen or Airbrush. Note: The APPLICATION LIST is for advanced users; it is not necessary to select or add applications to customize your Intuos2 tool(s). Contents Index CUSTOMIZING Page 48 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 one tool or application to another, click Copy Settings To... dialog box. This will display the As you explore the control panel tabs, experiment with different settings to find what works best for you. You can always click RESET TAB TO DEFAULT to return to the factory settings. Or, click REVERT TAB to return a tab to the last state when the control panel was opened. Refer to Customizing Your Tools for detailed information on working with tabs. Contents Index CUSTOMIZING Page 49 CONTROL PANEL LISTS Located in the upper portion of the control panel, the APPLICATION LIST and TOOL LIST 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 a firm feel in all other applications. The APPLICATION LIST displays applications that have custom tool settings associated with them. Click to add an installed application to the APPLICATION LIST. You can customize tool settings for the selected application. The TOOL LIST displays tools that can be customized for the application selected above. Your current selections are highlighted. Wedges emphasize the relationship between tab settings and the selected tool and application. Click to add an Intuos2 tool to the TOOL LIST. You can customize the tool for the above selected application. 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