Wacom Graphire 3 Manual

TABLET & TOOLS
CUSTOMIZING
PEN
CORDLESS MOUSE
POP-UP MENU
TROUBLESHOOTING
® ®
User’s Manual for Windows & Macintosh
CONTENTS
INDEX
Wacom Graphire® 3 User’s Manual for Windows® & Macintosh®, March 07, 2003
English V1.0 for Windows & Macintosh
Copyright © Wacom Company, Limited, 2003
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CONTENTS
About the Manual 5 Control Panel Basics 28
Navigating the Manual 7 Customizing the Pen 29
WORKING WITH GRAPHIRE3 8 Customizing the Cordless Mouse 30
Graphire3 Tablet Features 9 Customizing the Pop-up Menu 31
Graphire3 Input Tools 10 Control Panel Details 32
Setting Up Your Work Area 11 Adjusting Tip and Eraser Feel 33
Using the Pen 12 Adjusting Double-Click 34
Holding the Pen 13 Customizing the Side Switch 35
Pointing 14 Button Functions 36
Clicking 15 Tablet Tracking 40
Using the Side Switch 16 Mapping to Multiple Monitors 42
Dragging 17 Portion of Screen 43
Proximity 18 Portion of Tablet 44
Drawing with Pressure 19 Setting Mouse Speed 45
Erasing 20 TROUBLESHOOTING 46
Eye-Hand Coordination Exercise 21 Testing Your Tablet 47
Using the Cordless Mouse 22 Troubleshooting Tables 49
Using the Cordless Mouse Fingerwheel 23 General Problems 49
Working with the Tablet 24 Windows-Specific Problems 53
Changing the Tablet Underlay 25 Macintosh-Specific Problems 54
Creating a New Tablet Underlay 26 Technical Support Options 55
CUSTOMIZING 27 Obtaining Driver Downloads 56
Opening the Control Panel 27
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APPENDICES 57 License and Warranties
Caring for Your Tablet and Tools 58 (Worldwide, Except for Europe,
Replacing the Pen Tip 58 Africa and Middle East) 66
Uninstalling the Software 59 Software License 66
Product Specifications 60 Limited Warranty (Worldwide, Except Europe,
Africa and Middle East) 67
General Specifications for All Graphire3 Tablets 60
Warranty on Sales Outside of U.S. and Canada
Graphire3 4x5 / A6 Tablet (Model CTE-430) 61 (Except Europe, Africa and Middle East) 69
Graphire3 6x8 / A5 Tablet (Model CTE-630) 61 License and Warranty
Graphire3 Pen (Model EP-130) 61 (Europe, Africa and Middle East) 70
Graphire3 Cordless Mouse (Model EC-130) 62 Software License Agreement 70
Graphire3 Inking Pen (Model EP-200, optional) 62 Entitlement to Use the Software 70
Product Information 62 Limited Warranty 71
Ordering Parts and Accessories 63
GLOSSARY 73
Radio and Television Interference 64
FCC Notice 64 INDEX 75
CE Declaration 65
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ABOUT THE MANUAL
This combined interactive User’s Manual for Windows and Macintosh provides quick access to information about
Graphire3. Just click on a navigation button or highlighted word to move through the document. The information is
common to both platforms, unless otherwise noted. Windows screen captures are shown.
• The Contents enables you to go directly to a topic by clicking on it.
• Working with Graphire3 is the learning chapter, and introduces you to the many capabilities of your Graphire3
pen and mouse set. It includes a description of the features and functions of your Graphire3 tools, as well as
exercises for new users. If you are not familiar with a pen tablet, this chapter gives you the basics.
• Customizing describes how you can change the control panel settings to optimize your Graphire3 pen and
mouse set for the way you like to work.
• Want to test your tablet? Need troubleshooting guidelines? Troubleshooting is where you will find the answers
to most common questions.
• The Appendices include a variety of information: tips on caring for your tablet and tools, a how-to on uninstalling
the tablet software, your license and warranty, and more.
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.
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Your best source for this information is the set of manuals and disks that came with your hardware, operating
system, applications, or other Wacom tablets.
Many graphics applications have built-in support for Graphire3 features (such as pressure-sensitivity and eraser
support). You can find a listing of applications that support these features at Wacom’s web site (see Product
Information). For information on how best to use Graphire3 features within a specific application, refer to the
instructions in that application’s manuals.
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NAVIGATING THE MANUAL
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WORKING WITH GRAPHIRE3
The Graphire3 pen and mouse set consists of two basic elements: a tablet that serves as your work area, and the
Graphire3 Input Tools you use with the tablet.
The quickest way to learn about your Graphire3 pen and mouse set is to become familiar with its appearance and
features. If you are new to using a pen tablet and tablet input tools, read the following sections; they describe your
Graphire3 tools and explain how to use them with the tablet.
Note: The Cordless Mouse that came with your Graphire3 tablet will not work on any other tablet model (including
tablets from the Graphire or Graphire2 series).
GRAPHIRE3 TABLET FEATURES

GRAPHIRE3 INPUT TOOLS
SETTING UP YOUR WORK AREA
USING THE PEN
USING THE CORDLESS MOUSE
WORKING WITH THE TABLET
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GRAPHIRE3 TABLET FEATURES
Pen Storage Compartment
Cable
Status LED
Active Area
Photo Frame Cover

Pen Stand
(Not included with some
product configurations.)
Note: To learn more about your tablet, see Working with the Tablet.
See also Changing the Tablet Underlay and Creating a New Tablet
Underlay.
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GRAPHIRE3 INPUT TOOLS
Your Graphire3 input tools are cordless, batteryless, and ergonomically designed.
• The Graphire3 pen is a pressure-sensitive freehand tool for image editing and creating natural-looking pen and
brush strokes.
• The Graphire3 Cordless Mouse is an ideal tool for navigation, with three customizable buttons that you can
program for different functions. The integrated fingerwheel is both a programmable middle button and a rolling
wheel. In most applications, rolling the wheel will cause the active window to scroll.
Eraser
Fingerwheel
DuoSwitch (rocker style)
Replaceable Nib
(pen tip) Graphire3 Pen
Programmable Buttons Graphire3 Cordless Mouse

(Not included with some
product configurations.)
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SETTING UP YOUR WORK AREA
To minimize fatigue, organize your work area so you can work comfortably. Position your 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.
Here are some other points to keep in mind:
• Take short breaks between tasks to
stretch and relax your muscles.
• Use a gentle grip when working with
your tools.
• Alternate tasks throughout the day.
• Maintain a good posture at all times.
Minimize awkward postures and
repetitive movements that cause
discomfort.
• Change your position if you feel any
discomfort due to your work position.
Note: Wacom makes no representation,
promise or guarantee that Wacom products
will cure or prevent, in whole or in part,
mouse-induced repetitive stress symptoms,
injuries or conditions. Individual results may
vary. Always obtain competent medical
advice to determine the most appropriate
treatment for your specific situation.
See Working with the Tablet for more information.
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USING THE PEN
Your Graphire3 pen is cordless, batteryless, and pressure sensitive. There are four basic techniques for using the
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

POINTING
CLICKING
USING THE SIDE SWITCH
DRAGGING
PROXIMITY
DRAWING WITH PRESSURE
ERASING
EYE-HAND COORDINATION EXERCISE
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HOLDING THE PEN
Hold the Graphire3 pen like you would a pencil. Make sure the DuoSwitch is in a convenient location where you can
toggle it with your thumb or index finger, 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 Graphire3 pen is not in use, place it in the pen storage compartment, the pen stand
included with some product configurations, 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 a Graphire3 tool on the tablet may
interfere with screen cursor positioning when using other pointing devices.
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POINTING
The Graphire3 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
pen, and makes tracing possible—something you cannot do with a mouse.
• In Mouse Mode (the default setting for the Graphire3 Cordless mouse), you move the screen cursor with a “pick
up and slide” motion similar to using a traditional mouse.
Try moving the screen cursor by lifting the 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.
Hints:
• 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 is easier when you orient the tablet so the
screen cursor follows the same direction as your
hand movements on the tablet.
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CLICKING
You typically click to highlight or select something on the screen, and double-click to open it.
Clicking. To click, tap the tablet once with the tip of the pen or press the pen tip on the tablet with enough force to
register a click. (If CLICK SOUND is selected in the Pen Tablet control panel and your computer speakers are on,
then you will hear a “click” sound when the pen tip is pressed hard enough to generate a a mouse click. Adjust your
speaker volume as necessary.) 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 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 side switch.
Hint: Press the upper side switch to double-click in
Windows, or the lower side switch to double-click on
Macintosh systems. This is easier than tapping
twice with the pen tip.
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USING THE SIDE SWITCH
The Graphire3 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.
Windows: The upper switch position is set to left
double-click by default.
Macintosh OS X, v10.2: The upper switch
position is set to INK TOGGLE by default.
Macintosh OS X, v10.1.5: The upper switch
position is set to right-click by default.
Macintosh OS 9: The upper switch position
simulates a CTRL function by default. Clicking
with the pen tip while pressing the upper side
switch will display a contextual menu.
By default, the lower switch is set for a right-click on

Hints: Windows systems and for a double-click on Macintosh
• Press the upper side switch to double-click. systems.
(For Macintosh systems, press the lower side Macintosh OS 9: To simulate right-click functionality, set
switch.) This is easier than tapping twice with the side switch to MODIFIERS: CTRL+CLICK.
the pen tip.
• Use right-click to bring up application-specific
or icon-specific menus.
To assign new switch functions, see Customizing the Side Switch.
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DRAGGING
Dragging is used to select and move objects on the screen. To drag, first point to an object. Then press the pen tip
to the tablet and slide it across the tablet surface. 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 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.
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PROXIMITY
The pen is activated as soon as it nears the surface of the tablet’s active area. This is known as entering tablet
proximity, and 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 of the
tablet surface.
Place a picture either on top of or beneath the photo frame cover and try tracing it from within one of your graphics
applications. (The thickness of the item to be traced or digitized should be 1 mm or less.) See Changing the Tablet
Underlay for details on placing an image beneath the photo frame cover.
When positioning the screen cursor and operating the side
switch, the pen tip needs to be within 5 mm (0.20 inch) of the
tablet surface, average.
When drawing or clicking, the pen tip needs to be within 1 mm
(0.04 inch) of the tablet surface.
The Cordless Mouse works similarly to the pen, and can only
be used on the tablet’s active area. For the Cordless Mouse,
proximity is approximately 1 - 2 mm (.04 - .08 inch).
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DRAWING WITH PRESSURE
The Graphire3 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 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 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 and
Eraser Feel.
Visit our web site for a list of graphics applications that support pressure. See Product Information.
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ERASING
The eraser on the Graphire3 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. In applications that support pressure-sensitivity, you can select pressure-sensitive tools in
an application’s tool palette to vary the width and depth of your erasures as you change the amount of pressure you
exert upon the pen.
You can also use the eraser in many standard office applications. The eraser will not be pressure sensitive in these
applications, but you can use it to select and delete text or spreadsheet cells.
Try your eraser by opening Notepad (Windows) or Simple Text (Macintosh) 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 Tip and 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.
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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 Graphire3 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 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 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 pen, the easier drawing and
navigation will become.
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USING THE CORDLESS MOUSE
The Graphire3 Cordless Mouse is batteryless and works on your Graphire3 tablet. By moving the Cordless Mouse
across the tablet’s active area, you can position the screen cursor like you do with a regular mouse. The buttons are
programmable, and the integrated fingerwheel is both a programmable middle button and a rolling wheel for
scrolling. By default, the rolling fingerwheel provides a line scrolling capability in most applications. See Using the
Cordless Mouse Fingerwheel.
Integrated middle button and fingerwheel. By default, the button function Important: When not using
is set to MIDDLE CLICK and the fingerwheel is set to SCROLL 3 lines per the Cordless Mouse, place it
wheel notch. on your desk. Leaving a
Macintosh OS 9: By default, the button function is set to DOUBLE CLICK Graphire3 tool on the tablet
and the fingerwheel is set to SCROLL 3 lines per wheel notch. may interfere with screen
cursor positioning when
using other pointing devices,
or prevent your computer
from going to sleep.
The right button is set to RIGHT-CLICK

by default.
Macintosh OS 9: The button is set to
MODIFIERS: CTRL+CLICK by default. By default, the left button is set to
LEFT-CLICK on Windows systems,
and single CLICK on Macintosh
systems.
Hint: For MS Office applications (MS Office 97 and greater) that support a wheel
mouse, press the CTRL key and move the fingerwheel to zoom in and out.
Note: The Cordless Mouse that came with your Graphire3 tablet will not work on any
other tablet model, including tablets from the Graphire or Graphire2 series. (Note also
that the Cordless Mouse is not available with some product configurations.)
To learn how to program buttons, see Customizing the Cordless Mouse.
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USING THE CORDLESS MOUSE FINGERWHEEL
To use the fingerwheel, place your hand on the Graphire3 Cordless Mouse with your index finger on the wheel.
• Button function. Press down on the wheel to perform a button click.
• Scrolling. Move the fingerwheel forward to scroll up, and back to scroll down. By default, the fingerwheel is set
to SCROLL 3 lines for each notch of wheel movement in applications that support the fingerwheel function.
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WORKING WITH THE TABLET
Think of the tablet’s active area as a mapped representation of your computer screen. Wherever you place your
pen on the tablet’s active area, the screen cursor will jump to the corresponding point on the screen. For example,
when you position your pen tip in the upper right corner of the tablet, the cursor appears in the upper right corner of
your screen. This is called “absolute positioning” and makes tracing possible – something you cannot do with a
mouse. As you work with Graphire3, you can rest your hand on the tablet surface, just as if it were a drawing board
or piece of paper.
Your tablet comes with a transparent photo frame cover used to
protect your favorite photos or artwork. See Changing the
Tablet Underlay and Creating a New Tablet Underlay for details
on this feature.
Your tablet also comes with an integrated pen storage

compartment. When you are not using the Graphire3 pen, you
can reach behind the tablet and press the pen into the storage
compartment or lay it flat on your desk. Leaving a Graphire3
tool on the tablet may interfere with screen cursor positioning
when using other pointing devices.
If your product came with a pen stand, you can use it to store
the pen between tasks. This also makes the pen available for
quick, easy access when you are working.
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CHANGING THE TABLET UNDERLAY
Your tablet comes with a printed underlay that can be seen through the transparent photo frame cover. You can
replace the underlay with a favorite photo or design of your own by following these steps:
1. Using your fingernail, carefully unsnap the photo
frame cover from either the left or right side of the
tablet and remove it.
2. Lift away the printed underlay and replace it with a
new photo or design of your choosing.
3. When you are done, carefully replace the photo
frame cover by inserting the tabs on the cover into
one side of the tablet and gently pressing down on
the opposite side until both tabs lock into place.
This will protect your photo or design as you work
on the tablet.
If you would like to customize the look of Graphire3
with your own artwork or photos, see Creating a New
Tablet Underlay.
Note: You can trace or digitize an image either by

placing it on top of or beneath the photo frame cover.
The thickness of the item to be traced or digitized
should be 1 mm or less.
If you will be placing your image beneath the photo
frame cover for tracing, first remove the photo frame
cover and position the image to be traced so that it fits
within the active drawing area of the tablet. Then
replace the photo frame cover and begin tracing in
your favorite graphics application.
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CREATING A NEW TABLET UNDERLAY
If you would like to create an entirely new image that you can use for the tablet underlay, you can use the templates
provided on the Wacom Tablet CD as a starting point:
1. Insert the Wacom Tablet CD into your computer and locate the TEMPLATES folder.
2. Open the folder to access the template files. Template files are available for both the 4x5 / A6 and 6x8 / A5
tablets, and come in various formats that can be modified within any graphics application that supports .tif, .psd,
or .eps formatted files.
3. Choose one of the predesigned templates or use a blank template to create your own design.
4. When you are done, print out your new tablet underlay. Use photo-quality paper for best results.
5. Trim the new underlay to size and place it beneath the tablet photo frame cover. See Changing the Tablet
Underlay.
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CUSTOMIZING
After you master the basics of using your Graphire3 pen and mouse set, you may want to customize the way the
pen or Cordless Mouse works. This chapter describes how to use the Pen Tablet control panel to adjust your
Graphire3 tablet and tool settings.
OPENING THE CONTROL PANEL

CONTROL PANEL BASICS
CONTROL PANEL DETAILS
OPENING THE CONTROL PANEL

To open the Pen Tablet control panel, use the Graphire3 tool you wish to customize on the tablet:
Windows. Click on the Windows START button and choose ALL PROGRAMS. (For versions other than Windows XP,
choose the PROGRAMS group.) Then select PEN TABLET and choose the PEN TABLET control panel option.
Macintosh. For OS X, open SYSTEM PREFERENCES from the Apple menu or from the APPLICATIONS folder.
Then click on the PEN TABLET icon. (For OS 9, from the Apple menu CONTROL PANELS choose PEN TABLET.)
After you have opened the Pen Tablet control panel, you can begin customizing Graphire3.
Note: When more than one Graphire tablet is installed on a single computer, any changes made in the Pen Tablet
control panel will be applied only to the tablet that was used when opening the Pen Tablet control panel.
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CONTROL PANEL BASICS
Use the Pen Tablet control panel to customize your Graphire3 pen and mouse set. The control panel tabs allow you
to customize your tablet, pen, and Cordless Mouse. When you change a setting, your changes take effect
immediately.
If you are using a Windows system, you can also use keyboard shortcuts to select a tab. To select a tab in this
manner, hold down the ALT key and press the key corresponding to the letter underlined on the tab.
Balloon Help provides quick information and useful tips, and is available for most control panel items.
Simply position the screen cursor over an item and let it rest there; in a few moments the balloon help will pop up.
For Macintosh, you will need to turn Balloon Help on by selecting SHOW BALLOONS from the Macintosh Finder HELP
menu.
As you explore the control panel tabs, experiment with different settings to find what works best for you. You can
always click DEFAULT to return to the factory settings. (For Windows systems you can also use the ALT+D keyboard
shortcut.)
CUSTOMIZING THE PEN

CUSTOMIZING THE CORDLESS MOUSE
CUSTOMIZING THE POP-UP MENU
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CUSTOMIZING THE PEN
Selects the side switch Button Functions.
Closes the control panel.
Customizes the
amount of pressure When checked, an audible
needed to erase with “click” sound will be heard
the pen. whenever a pen click
occurs and your computer
speakers are turned on.
Moves the screen cursor to

correspond with the position
Customizes the of the pen on the tablet.
amount of pressure Click DETAILS... to customize
needed to click or the tablet mapping.
draw with the pen. Moves the screen cursor like
a mouse. Click DETAILS... for
Setting Mouse Speed.
Adjusts the size of the
double-click area.
Returns the PEN tab settings
to their factory defaults.
Displays this User’s Manual.
Displays information about Software driver version.

the control panel and driver.
Note: The MOUSE tab will not display until you

have used a Cordless Mouse on the tablet.
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CUSTOMIZING THE CORDLESS MOUSE
You can set the buttons on the mouse to a variety of functions. Just select an option from the pull-down menus.
Your changes take effect immediately. The Cordless Mouse buttons are chordable; you can press two or more
buttons simultaneously and the functions will occur. For example, if you set one button to SHIFT and another button
to CLICK, when you press both buttons a SHIFT+CLICK will occur.
Selects the left, middle, and right Button Functions. Closes the control panel.
Use these options to

customize the fingerwheel. Moves the screen cursor to
You can disable the correspond with the position
fingerwheel function, set of your Cordless Mouse on
the fingerwheel to scroll a the tablet. Click DETAILS...
selected number of lines to customize the tablet
(1 to 15) for each notch of mapping.
wheel movement, or set
the fingerwheel to scroll Moves the screen cursor
one page for each notch of like a mouse. Click
wheel movement. DETAILS... for Setting
Mouse Speed.
Returns the MOUSE tab

settings to factory defaults.
Displays information about Software driver version.
the control panel and driver.
Displays this User’s Manual.
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CUSTOMIZING THE POP-UP MENU
Use the POP-UP MENU tab to define the available functions on the Pop-up Menu list. To display the Pop-up Menu,
set one of your tool buttons to the POP-UP MENU function. Whenever you press that button, the Pop-up Menu is
displayed. Select items in the Pop-up Menu by clicking on them. To close the Pop-up Menu without making a
selection, click outside of the Pop-up Menu.
Enables you to add a keystroke macro Displays a list of functions that will appear in the
to the Pop-up Menu list. When you Pop-up Menu. To change the order of an item,
click on the ADD KEYSTROKES... button drag it to a new location.
a dialog box will appear where you can
enter a keystroke or keystroke
sequence to play back.
Opens a dialog box where you can

select a specific application to
launch from the Pop-up Menu.
Menu options
Removes the selected enable you to
item from the list. change the
appearance
(FONT and font
SIZE) of the
Pop-up Menu.
Returns all settings to their default values.

Warning: This will delete all Pop-up Menu
items that have been defined.
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CONTROL PANEL DETAILS
Once you have mastered the basics of customizing your Graphire3 pen and mouse set, you may want to learn
more. Use this section as a reference when working with the Pen Tablet control panel; it provides detailed
information about each tab and some of the more complex topics. Many of the sections also contain useful
customizing tips.
ADJUSTING TIP AND ERASER FEEL

ADJUSTING DOUBLE-CLICK
CUSTOMIZING THE SIDE SWITCH
BUTTON FUNCTIONS
TABLET TRACKING
MAPPING TO MULTIPLE MONITORS
PORTION OF SCREEN
PORTION OF TABLET
SETTING MOUSE SPEED
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ADJUSTING TIP AND ERASER FEEL
The TIP FEEL slider adjusts the sensitivity of the pen tip. To create broad brush strokes or to click with a light touch,
use a soft tip setting. For maximum control while drawing thin lines, use a firm tip setting.
The ERASER FEEL slider adjusts the sensitivity of the pen eraser. To erase with broad strokes or a light touch, use a
soft eraser setting. Use a firm eraser setting for maximum control.
Customizes the amount of

pressure needed to erase
with the pen. Drag the slider
to a softer or firmer setting.
When checked, an
audible “click” sound
will be heard whenever
a pen click occurs and
your computer
speakers are turned
on.
Customizes the amount of
pressure needed to click or
draw with the pen. Drag the
slider to a softer or firmer
setting.
Hints:
• Use a soft TIP FEEL setting for a wider range of pressure values with most
pressure-sensitive applications.
• In some applications, a soft pressure setting can make the pen overreact –
any small press on the pen is magnified on the screen. If you experience this,
try a firmer TIP FEEL setting.
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ADJUSTING DOUBLE-CLICK
Double-clicking with the pen tip can be made easier by expanding the tap area that accepts a double-click (the
double-click distance), or by setting the pen’s side switch to automatically double-click when pressed. A large
double-click distance may adversely affect your brushstrokes in some drawing applications. If you notice such
effects, try setting a smaller double-click distance and using the side switch to double-click.
Adjusts the size of the double-click area

and the double-click speed. A larger
setting makes double-clicking easier.
Hint: On Windows systems you can make navigating

with the pen easier by configuring Windows to select
when the pen is over an icon and to launch the icon
with a single click.
To turn on this feature for Windows Me, 2000, or XP:
Open a folder, select the TOOLS pull-down menu, and
FOLDER OPTIONS.... From the GENERAL tab select the
option SINGLE-CLICK TO OPEN AN ITEM (POINT TO
SELECT).
For Windows 98, open a folder and select the VIEW
pull-down menu. Then choose FOLDER OPTIONS....
From the GENERAL tab select the WEB STYLE option.
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CUSTOMIZING THE SIDE SWITCH
You can set the DuoSwitch on the pen to simulate a variety of mouse button functions. Just select an option from
the pull-down menu for either the upper or lower side switch. Your changes take effect immediately. When you bring
the pen tip into proximity without touching the tablet and press the upper or lower side switch, the selected function
occurs.
Select Button Functions to

perform when pressing the
upper or lower side switch.
Hint: To make double-clicking easier, set the

side switch to double-click automatically by
selecting LEFT DOUBLE-CLICK in Windows, or
DOUBLE-CLICK on Macintosh systems.
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BUTTON FUNCTIONS
The pen side switch and Cordless Mouse buttons each have a pull-down menu that allows you to choose the
function that will be performed when the button is pressed. The following list describes the available functions.
Some options, however, are not available for all buttons.
• LEFT-CLICK. (Windows.) Default setting for the pen tip. This option simulates a left mouse button click.
• CLICK. (Macintosh.) Default setting for the pen tip. This option simulates a mouse button click.
• LEFT DOUBLE-CLICK. (Windows.) Default setting for the upper position of the side switch. Simulates a left
mouse button double-click. For easier double-clicking, use this function instead of tapping twice with your pen.
• DOUBLE-CLICK. (Macintosh.) Default setting for the lower position of the side switch. When this option is
selected, pressing the switch simulates a mouse button double-click. For easier double-clicking, use this
function instead of tapping twice with your pen tip.
• RIGHT-CLICK. (Windows and Macintosh OS X, v10.1.5.) This is the default setting for the lower position of the
side switch in Windows, and for the upper position of the side switch on Macintosh systems running OS X,
v10.1.5. This simulates a right mouse button click.
• MIDDLE-CLICK. (Windows and Macintosh OS X.) Simulates a middle mouse button click.
• LEFT CLICK-LOCK. (Windows.) Simulates holding down the left mouse button. Press the tool button once to
initiate click lock. Press the button again to release click lock. Click lock is useful for dragging objects or
selecting blocks of text.
• CLICK-LOCK. (Macintosh.) Simulates holding down a mouse button. Press the tool button once to initiate click
lock. Press the button again to release click lock. Click lock is useful for dragging objects or selecting blocks of
text.
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• KEYSTROKE.... Enables you to simulate a series of keystrokes. Selecting this option displays the DEFINE
KEYSTROKE dialog box where you can enter a keystroke or keystroke sequence to play back.
Keystroke combinations can include letters, numbers,
function keys (such as F3) and modifier keys (such as
SHIFT, ALT, or CTRL for Windows, or SHIFT, OPTION,
COMMAND, and CTRL for Macintosh).
Important: Because the ENTER (Windows)
and RETURN (Macintosh) keys can be selected
as a defined keystroke, they cannot be used to
select OK. You must use your pen or mouse to
click on the OK button.
After defining a keystroke sequence, click OK.
Note: When you assign a KEYSTROKE... sequence to
the Pop-up Menu, you are prompted to enter a
keystroke name that will be displayed in the Pop-up
Menu list.
If you make a mistake, click here

to CLEAR the KEYS: entry block.
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• MODIFIER.... Enables you to assign modifier key(s) (such as SHIFT, ALT, or CTRL for Windows, or SHIFT, OPTION,
COMMAND, and CTRL for Macintosh). Many applications use modifier keys to constrain the size or placement of
objects. Selecting this option displays the DEFINE MODIFIER(S) dialog box where you can assign one or more
modifier key functions.
Select the CLICK box plus one

or more modifier key options
if you want a mouse click to
happen whenever you press
the tool button.
Windows screen capture shown.
• PRESSURE HOLD. (Pen only.) Sets the button so that, when pressed, the pressure is locked at the current
pressure level until the button is released. For example, you can paint with pressure-sensitivity until you reach
the brush size that you like. You can then press the button and continue painting with the same size brush until
the button is released.
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• MODE TOGGLE.... Toggles between Pen Mode and Mouse Mode. When setting a tool button to MODE TOGGLE...,
a dialog box displays allowing you to adjust the mouse acceleration and speed. See Setting Mouse Speed for
details.
• Ink Toggle. (Pen and Macintosh OS X, v10.2 or greater only.) Lets you use your pen to toggle the INK
ANYWHERE function of Inkwell on and off. Note that Ink must be turned on for this button function to work.
• POP-UP MENU. Displays a Pop-up Menu on your screen. See Customizing the Pop-up Menu for more
information.
• ERASE. (Pen only.) Sets a button so that when the button is pressed, the pen tip will act like the eraser in
applications that support the ERASE function. See Erasing for information on using the eraser.
• RUN.... Opens a dialog box where you can select a specific application, file, or script to launch.
Click BROWSE... to locate an application to
launch. The selection you make appears in
the APPLICATION TO RUN block. Click OK to
accept the selection. The dialog box will
close and the RUN... option will be assigned
as your tool button option.
The next time you press the tool button, the
defined application will launch.
• IGNORED. Disables the button function.
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TABLET TRACKING
The tablet TRACKING options enable you to determine the relationship between pen (or Cordless Mouse) movement
on the tablet surface and cursor movement on the monitor screen. By default the entire active area of the tablet
maps to the entire monitor. If more than one monitor is in use the tablet will map to all monitors. See Mapping to
Multiple Monitors.
The TRACKING mode you select controls how the

screen cursor moves:
• Select PEN MODE to set the cursor so that its
movement corresponds with the position of your
Graphire3 tool on the tablet – wherever you place
your tool on the tablet, the cursor will jump to a
corresponding point on the screen. This is known
as absolute positioning, and is required for
tracing. Click DETAILS... to customize the tablet
mapping.
• Select MOUSE MODE to move the screen cursor
with a “pick up and slide” motion similar to using a
traditional mouse. Click DETAILS... for Setting
Mouse Speed.
By default, the pen is set to PEN MODE, and the
Cordless Mouse is set to MOUSE MODE for navigation.
Note: If you frequently switch between PEN MODE and MOUSE MODE, you can assign
the MODE TOGGLE... function to one of your tool buttons.
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When you click on the PEN MODE DETAILS... button, the PEN MODE DETAILS dialog box is displayed.
Use the SCREEN AREA options to select a screen area for tablet
to screen mapping.
• ALL SCREENS. The entire monitor(s) area is mapped; this is
the default setting. See Mapping to Multiple Monitors for
more information.
• MONITOR. The entire area of a single monitor that you
choose is mapped.
• PORTION. A portion of the desktop area is mapped.
Click SET... to open a dialog box where you can set the
portion of screen area.
MAINTAIN PROPORTIONS. Check or uncheck the box to

select a tablet to screen mapping relationship.
• When unchecked, the correct scale or proportions are Returns settings to
not maintained. The selected tablet area is mapped to their factory defaults.
the selected display area. A traced image may appear
stretched, and may be smaller or larger than the
original image. This is the default setting.
• When checked, the correct vertical and horizontal
proportions are maintained between the tablet and
display. A traced image appears proportionally correct
on your display, but may be smaller or larger than the
original image. Depending on your settings, some
portions of the tablet active area may no longer be
usable when this option is selected.
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Use the TABLET AREA options to select a tablet area for
tablet to screen mapping.
• FULL. The entire active area of the tablet is mapped.
This is the default setting.
• PORTION. A portion of the tablet area is mapped.
Click SET... to open a dialog box where you can set
the portion of tablet area.
MAPPING TO MULTIPLE MONITORS

When you are working with more than one monitor, Graphire3 will map to the monitors based upon how your
system is configured. By default, if more than one monitor is in use and you are in extended monitor mode, the
tablet will map to all monitors as if they were one large display. If you are in mirror mode, the tablet will map to the
entire space on each monitor and the screen cursor will be displayed on each monitor simultaneously.
Please refer to your hardware and operating system documentation for details on configuring your computer and
operating system for use with multiple monitors.
After you have correctly configured your computer for use with multiple monitors, you can then adjust the tablet
mapping by opening the Pen Tablet control panel and changing the appropriate options.
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PORTION OF SCREEN
The PORTION OF SCREEN dialog box enables you to define which portion of the display screen your tablet will map to.
After defining a portion of the screen, you may need to use a different input device to access other portions of the
screen area.
Drag corners of the foreground graphic to select the screen area.

The background graphic represents the entire screen area.
Move the screen cursor to select the screen area. Select the CLICK
TO DEFINE SCREEN AREA button.
As you define PORTION OF SCREEN, follow any MESSAGE prompts to

set the portion of your display screen that will be used for mapping.
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PORTION OF TABLET
The PORTION OF TABLET dialog box enables you to select a portion of the tablet’s active area for tablet to display
mapping.
Drag corners of the foreground graphic to select the tablet area that
will be mapped to your selected screen area. The background
graphic represents the tablet.
Use your tool on the tablet to select the tablet area. Select the CLICK
TO DEFINE TABLET AREA button.
As you define PORTION OF TABLET, follow any MESSAGE prompts to

set the portion of your tablet that will be used for mapping.
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SETTING MOUSE SPEED
To change the screen cursor acceleration and speed when in MOUSE MODE, click on the MOUSE MODE DETAILS...
button (located on the PEN or MOUSE tabs) to display a dialog box where you can make your adjustments.
Sets the screen Sets the screen

cursor acceleration cursor tracking
when in MOUSE MODE. speed when in
MOUSE MODE.
Returns settings to
their factory defaults.
Note: The dialog box will also appear when you first set a tool button to MODE TOGGLE....
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Most of the time your tablet will work flawlessly. But if you are having trouble, Wacom recommends you do the
following:
1. If the Wacom tablet driver failed to load properly, first perform the recommended action in any error message
that may appear on your screen. If that does not solve the problem, refer to the troubleshooting procedures in
this chapter.
2. Look in the Troubleshooting Tables. Your problem may be described there and you can try the solution offered.
3. Open the Wacom tablet Read Me file for late-breaking information.
4. If you are having a compatibility conflict between Graphire3 and a new hardware or software product, check if a
newer Wacom tablet software driver is available. See Obtaining Driver Downloads for information on
downloading an updated software driver. Wacom periodically updates the software driver to maintain
compatibility with new products.
5. Check the FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) on the Wacom web site for your region.
6. If you have tried the suggestions in this manual and still cannot resolve the problem, then contact Wacom for
Technical Support. See the Read Me file for information on where to obtain support for your region.
TESTING YOUR TABLET

TROUBLESHOOTING TABLES
TECHNICAL SUPPORT OPTIONS
CONTENTS
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TESTING YOUR TABLET
Make sure your computer is turned on, the operating system has finished loading, and the tablet is properly
connected to an active USB port. Then try the following tests:
1. Check the tablet. The tablet’s orange status LED will light whenever the tablet is properly connected and your
computer has registered it as a USB device. If the LED is on, continue with step 2.
If the tablet status LED does not glow when the computer is on and the system has fully loaded, then:
• Make sure the tablet USB cable is securely connected to an active USB port on your computer.
• If you are connecting the tablet to a USB hub (or hub device such as a keyboard with USB ports), be sure
the USB hub is properly connected to your computer and is active.
• Connect the tablet to a different USB port or try connecting to the USB port on another computer.
If the tablet’s status LED does not illuminate after your computer is on and has finished booting up, your USB
port may be disabled. Verify that you have connected the tablet to an active USB port.
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2. Check the pen.
• Move your pen across the active area of the tablet; the screen cursor should move in the corresponding
direction on your monitor.
• Press the pen tip against the surface of the tablet. The tablet status LED should turn from orange to green.
• Next, without applying pressure to the pen tip, hold the pen tip within approximately 5 mm (0.20 inch) of the
tablet surface and press the side switch. The status LED should again change from orange to green.
• Turn the pen over and press the eraser against the surface of the tablet; the status LED should change from
orange to green.
3. Check the Cordless Mouse.
• Move the Cordless Mouse across the active area of the tablet; the screen cursor should move in the
corresponding direction on your monitor.
• Test the buttons on your Cordless Mouse by clicking each button. The tablet’s status LED should turn green
when a button is pressed. If not, you may have a defective Cordless Mouse or tablet. See Technical
Support Options.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TABLES
If you encounter problems with your Graphire3 tools or tablet, refer to the following tables. Your problem may be
described here, and you can try the solution offered. Be sure you refer to the Read Me file for the latest information
updates.
GENERAL PROBLEMS
WINDOWS-SPECIFIC PROBLEMS
MACINTOSH-SPECIFIC PROBLEMS
GENERAL PROBLEMS
The computer does not have an Check if there is an available USB port on a USB hub device. If none are
available USB port. available you will need to add a USB hub.
The tablet status LED is off. Verify that your tablet’s USB cable is properly connected to an active USB
port. If you are connecting to a USB hub device, make sure the hub is
connected to an active USB port and that the hub is active.
The pen works only in Mouse The tablet driver software was not installed or did not load properly.
Mode, and does not draw with Make sure the tablet driver software is installed and functioning. Insert the
pressure-sensitivity. Tablet CD into your computer and install the driver software for the tablet.
Clicking is difficult. Set the TIP FEEL slider to a softer setting.
Select the CLICK SOUND option (the check box should be checked) so that
you can hear when the pen registers a mouse click. Note that your
computer speakers must be turned on and the volume audible before you
can hear CLICK SOUND.
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Double-clicking is difficult. Be sure you are quickly tapping the tablet twice in the same place on the
tablet’s active area.
Using the side switch to double-click is recommended (review the
techniques in Clicking). See also Customizing the Side Switch.
Try increasing the DOUBLE-CLICK DISTANCE (see Adjusting Double-Click).
Try using a lighter TIP FEEL (see Adjusting Tip and Eraser Feel).
Try setting your system to launch programs with a single click.
See Adjusting Double-Click.
The pen selects everything, will not Open the Pen Tablet control panel. Move the TIP FEEL slider toward FIRM.
stop drawing.
The eraser selects everything or Open the Pen Tablet control panel. Move the ERASER FEEL slider toward
will not stop erasing. FIRM.
You notice a screen delay at the In the Pen Tablet control panel, try decreasing the DOUBLE-CLICK DISTANCE
beginning of pen strokes. (see Adjusting Double-Click).
You have to press hard with the pen Open the Pen Tablet control panel. Move the TIP FEEL slider toward SOFT.
when clicking or drawing.
The pen tip does not function. Make sure the status LED changes from orange to green when the pen tip
is pressed to the tablet surface. If it does not, you may have defective
hardware (see Testing Your Tablet).
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The side switch does not work. Be sure you press the side switch when the pen tip is in proximity – do this
without pressing down on the pen tip.
From the Pen Tablet control panel, verify that the side switch is set to the
function you are expecting to occur.
Make sure the tablet status LED changes from orange to green when you
press the side switch. If it does not, you may have defective hardware
(see Testing Your Tablet).
Changing the function settings for Make sure that you change the settings for the tool that you are using.
the Graphire3 tools has no effect. See Customizing the Pen or Customizing the Cordless Mouse.
The screen cursor jumps back Do not place the pen or Cordless Mouse on the tablet when they are not in
when using your regular mouse or use, or when you are using another pointing device. Leaving your tool on
trackball. the tablet may interfere with screen cursor positioning when using other
input devices.
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Cannot move the cursor where you Open the Pen Tablet control panel. Verify that PEN MODE is selected. If this
want to on the screen, or the line does not help, click on the DEFAULT button to reestablish the default tablet
you are drawing does not line up to screen mapping. If this does not work:
with the location of the pointer in Windows: Do a Search or Find for the TABLET.DAT file and delete it.
paint applications. The file should be in your Windows or Windows\System32 folder.
Then restart your computer. When the tablet driver loads, it will create a
new preferences file with the factory default settings.
Macintosh OS X, v10.1.5 or greater: From the USERS folder, open the
SHARED AND TABLET folders. From the TABLET folder, drag the TABLET
PREFERENCES to the trash. Log out, then log back in. When the tablet
driver loads it will create a new preferences file with the factory default
settings.
Macintosh OS 9: From the SYSTEM FOLDER open the PREFERENCES and
TABLET folders. From the TABLET folder, drag the TABLET PREFERENCES file
into the trash. Then restart your computer. When the tablet driver loads, it
will create a new preferences file with the factory default settings.
The computer does not go to sleep. When you are not using the pen or Cordless Mouse, remove them from the
tablet surface or the tablet will continue to send data, keeping the computer
awake.
When using the tablet the screen On rare occasions the tablet may receive interfering radio frequencies from
cursor is very erratic or jumps a computer monitor or nearby AM radio station. If you notice interference
around. from a monitor, try moving the tablet at least 6 inches away from the
monitor, or change the monitor refresh rate or monitor resolution.
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WINDOWS-SPECIFIC PROBLEMS
Windows 98 or Me. You must use a traditional mouse when working in a full screen DOS
Your Graphire3 tools do not window.
function inside a full screen DOS
window.
After pressing CTRL+ALT+DEL, the When the CLOSE PROGRAM dialog box (Windows 98 or Me) is active, the
screen cursor cannot be controlled tablet will not work. Use your mouse or keyboard to continue. When this
with your pen or Cordless Mouse. dialog box is closed, you can again use your Graphire3 tool to control the
screen cursor.
After changing right- and left- This will reverse the right and left button settings on your Wacom tools.
handed settings in the Mouse Restart Windows for your Wacom tool settings to be correctly recognized.
control panel, the Graphire3 pen tip
no longer functions properly and
the Graphire3 Cordless Mouse
button functions are reversed.
Windows XP. After installing the Reboot the system after installing the tablet on a system with multiple
tablet on a system with multiple users.
users, the tablet only works on the
primary user desktop.
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Windows 98 or Me. On a multiple monitor system, the tablet is mapped to the virtual desktop (a
When working with multiple rectangular area covering all monitors). In the Pen Tablet control panel’s
monitors, the screen cursor PORTION OF SCREEN dialog box, the screen rectangle represents the entire
positioning is incorrect after moving virtual desktop.
into the unmapped area of the If your video display areas do not form a rectangle because they are
virtual desktop. different sizes or they are not evenly aligned, the screen cursor positioning
will be incorrect after moving into the unmapped area of the virtual desktop.
To reestablish the correct screen cursor position, lift your Graphire3 tool out
of tablet proximity and bring it back into proximity over an area of the tablet
that is mapped to a display area.
MACINTOSH-SPECIFIC PROBLEMS
At startup, a dialog box appears The tablet was not detected at startup. Make sure the USB interface cable
telling you that either the driver is securely connected and that the status LED on the tablet is orange.
failed to load or the tablet If your tablet is plugged into a USB hub, make sure the hub is connected
preferences have not yet been and active.
created. Macintosh OS X, v10.1.5 or greater: From the GO menu, select
APPLICATIONS and open the UTILITIES folder. Launch the APPLE SYSTEM
PROFILER and select the DEVICES AND VOLUMES tab. A USB tablet should
be displayed by the profiler. If a USB tablet was not found, check the USB
tablet cable connection or try plugging the tablet into a different USB port.
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TECHNICAL SUPPORT OPTIONS
If you have a problem with your Wacom tablet, first check the tablet installation guide to be sure the unit is installed
correctly. Then review the Troubleshooting section within this manual; your problem may be described there and
you can try the solution(s) offered.
If you cannot find the answer in this manual, you may find updated information about your problem in the Read Me
file for your platform (located on the Wacom Tablet CD). You can also check the product FAQs (Frequently Asked
Questions) on the Wacom web site for your region.
If you cannot solve the problem and you think your Wacom tablet is not working properly, contact the Wacom
support staff for the area where your product was purchased. See the Wacom tablet Read Me file, located on the
Wacom Tablet CD, for contact information. If you have a modem you can download the latest software drivers from
the Wacom web site for your region. See Obtaining Driver Downloads for your region.
When you call, you should be at your computer with the following information available:
• This manual.
• Tablet serial and model number. (Look on the bottom of the tablet.)
• Driver version number. (See the Wacom Tablet CD or the Pen Tablet control panel.)
• The make and model of your computer, and operating system version number.
• A list of peripheral devices attached to your computer.
• The software application and version you were using when the problem occurred.
• The exact wording of any error message that appeared on your screen.
• What happened and what you were doing when the problem occurred.
• How you tried to solve the problem.
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OBTAINING DRIVER DOWNLOADS
If you are having a compatibility conflict between Graphire3 and a new hardware or software product, it may be
helpful to download a new Wacom tablet software driver (when available) from the Internet. Wacom periodically
updates the software driver to maintain compatibility with new products.
USA, Canada, Central and South America
Worldwide Web: http://www.wacom.com/productsupport Software updates. (English)
Anonymous FTP Site: ftp.wacom.com/pub/drivers Software updates.
Europe, Middle East and Africa

Worldwide Web: http://www.wacom-europe.com Software updates.
Anonymous FTP Site: ftp://ftp.wacom-europe.com/pub/ Software updates.
Japan
Worldwide Web: http://tablet.wacom.co.jp Software updates. (Japanese)
Asia Pacific (English)

Worldwide Web: http://ap.wacom.co.jp Software updates. (English)
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APPENDICES
This section contains information and tips on caring for your tablet and tools, a how-to on uninstalling the tablet
software, your license and warranty, and more.
CARING FOR YOUR TABLET AND TOOLS

UNINSTALLING THE SOFTWARE
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
PRODUCT INFORMATION
ORDERING PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
RADIO AND TELEVISION INTERFERENCE
LICENSE AND WARRANTIES (WORLDWIDE, EXCEPT
FOR EUROPE, AFRICA AND MIDDLE EAST)
LICENSE AND WARRANTY (EUROPE, AFRICA
AND MIDDLE EAST)
CONTENTS
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CARING FOR YOUR TABLET AND TOOLS
Keep your Graphire3 tools and tablet surface clean. Dust and dirt particles can stick to your 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
tools; you can also dampen the cloth using a very mild soap diluted with water. Do not use volatile liquids, such as
paint thinner or benzene, as 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 Graphire3 tools and tablet are not made to come apart. Twisting the pen case can break the pen.
Taking apart the product will void your warranty.
REPLACING THE PEN TIP
The pen tip (nib) will wear with normal use. When the nib gets too short or develops a flat point, you can replace it
with another nib. Simply clasp the old nib with a tweezer, needle-nosed plier, or similar instrument and pull it
straight out of the pen. Then slide the end of the new nib straight into the barrel of the pen – firmly push the nib until
it stops.
Important: When the Graphire3
pen is not in use, place it in the
pen storage compartment, the
pen stand included with some
product configurations 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 the tip.
To order replacement parts, see Ordering Parts and Accessories.
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UNINSTALLING THE SOFTWARE
Follow the appropriate procedure below to remove the Wacom tablet and tablet software from your system.
Windows XP: Click START. In the start menu, select CONTROL PANEL. Then select ADD OR REMOVE PROGRAMS.
In the ADD OR REMOVE PROGRAMS window, choose PEN TABLET DRIVER and click on the CHANGE OR REMOVE
PROGRAMS button. Follow the prompts to remove the tablet driver. When the tablet driver has been removed,
unplug the tablet from your computer.
Windows 98, Me, or 2000:
1. Click the Windows START button. Then choose SETTINGS and CONTROL PANEL.
2. In the CONTROL PANEL window, double-click on the ADD/REMOVE PROGRAMS icon. In the dialog box that
appears, choose the PEN TABLET option.
3. Click on the ADD/REMOVE... button and follow the prompts to remove the tablet driver. When the tablet driver has
been removed, unplug the tablet from your computer.
Macintosh OS X, v10.1.5 or greater:
From the FINDER, choose APPLICATIONS from the GO menu and open the TABLET folder. Double-click on the
REMOVE TABLET icon and select the REMOVE TABLET SOFTWARE button. After the removal is completed, click OK.
Then unplug your tablet from the computer.
Macintosh OS 9:
1. Run the Wacom Tablet Installer (either from the Wacom Tablet CD or from your latest tablet driver download).
2. Select the INSTALL button and CONTINUE through the prompts until you reach the tablet driver installation dialog
box. Then select the REMOVE button and follow the prompts.
3. Unplug the tablet from your computer.
Important: When you remove the Wacom tablet software from your system, any other Wacom tablet
connected to your computer will no longer operate with full Wacom tablet functionality.
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR ALL GRAPHIRE3 TABLETS
Coordinate resolution 80 lpmm (2032 lpi)
Accuracy (pen) +/- 0.5 mm (0.02 in)
Reading height with pen 5 mm (0.20 in), average
Report rate 100 points per second
Communication interface USB
Connector USB A
Power requirements DC 5V, 40 mA or less, from USB port
Operating temperature 5 to 40 degrees C (41 to 104 degrees F)
Storage temperature -10 to +60 degrees C (14 to 140 degrees F)
Operating relative humidity 20% to 80% noncondensing
Storage relative humidity 20% to 90% noncondensing
Certifications and compliance FCC Class B, CE, VCCI Class B, BSMI, C-Tick, Korean EMI
GRAPHIRE3 4X5 / A6 TABLET (MODEL CTE-430)

GRAPHIRE3 PEN (MODEL EP-130)
GRAPHIRE3 CORDLESS MOUSE (MODEL EC-130)
GRAPHIRE3 INKING PEN (MODEL EP-200, OPTIONAL)
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Active area (W x D) 127.6 x 92.8 mm (5.02 x 3.65 in)
Physical size (W x D x H) 210 x 17.5 x 208 mm (8.27 x 0.69 x 8.20 in)
Cable length 1.5 m (4.95 ft)
Weight 0.5 kg (1.1 lb), approximately
Power consumption 0.2 watts, approximately

Active area (W x D) 208.8 x 150.8 mm (8.22 x 5.94 in)
Physical size (W x D x H) 275.5 x 18.1 x 256.8 mm (10.85 x 0.71 x 10.12 in)
Cable length 1.5 m (4.95 ft)
Weight 0.8 kg (1.8 lb), approximately
Power consumption 0.2 watts, approximately
GRAPHIRE3 PEN (MODEL EP-130)

Physical size (L x D) 145 x 12.5 mm (5.71 x 0.49 in)
Pressure levels 512 levels
Pen tip travel 0.1 mm (0.004 in) or less
Eraser tip travel 0.1 mm (0.004 in) or less
Weight 11 g (0.02 lb), approximately
Tip refill type Polyacetal (Part No. PSI-A007)
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GRAPHIRE3 CORDLESS MOUSE (MODEL EC-130)
Physical size (L x W x H) 115 x 60 x 38 mm (4.53 x 2.36 x 1.50 in), approximately
Weight 90 g (0.20 lb), approximately
Fingerwheel type Continuous rotation, 24 notches per revolution
GRAPHIRE3 INKING PEN (MODEL EP-200, OPTIONAL)

Pen tip travel 0.1 mm (0.04 in) or less
Pressure levels 512 levels
Physical size (L x D) 151 x 12.5 mm (5.94 x 0.49 in)
Weight 12 g (0.42 oz), approximately
Tip refill types Polyacetal (Part No. PSI-A011)
Ink refill, black (Part No. PSI-A023)
Note: The Inking Pen will not fit into the pen storage compartment or pen stand.
PRODUCT INFORMATION
To learn more about which software applications currently support the pressure-sensitivity and eraser function of
your Graphire3 tablet and pen, visit the Wacom web site for your region:
USA, Canada, Central and South America http://www.wacom.com/productinfo
Europe, Middle East and Africa http://www.wacom-europe.com/de (German)
http://www.wacom-europe.com/fr (French)
http://www.wacom-europe.com/uk (English)
Japan http://tablet.wacom.co.jp
Asia Pacific (English) http://www.wacom.com
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ORDERING PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
To purchase parts and accessories, refer to the tablet Read Me file and see who to call for your region.
Description Part Numbers

Photo Frame Cover (4x5 / A6) PPL-A130
Photo Frame Cover (6x8 / A5) PPL-A131
Replacement Tips for Pen PSI-A007
(EP-130 models)
Pen Stand PST-A031
Pen Tether (optional) FUZ-A089
You can also do the following:

To purchase parts and accessories in the USA or Canada, call 1-888-884-1870 (toll-free) or visit Wacom’s web
site at http://www.wacom.com/wacomdirect/ (USA only).
To purchase parts and accessories in Europe, call +49 (0)180 500 03 75 or send an email to
parts@wacom-europe.com. If you have an Internet connection, visit www.wacom-europe.com/solutionstore.
You can also contact your local dealer, distributor, or Technical Support using the appropriate number for your
region.
To purchase parts and accessories in other countries, please contact your local dealer or distributor.
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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 disconnecting it from your computer. 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.
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CE DECLARATION
The Graphire® 3 digitizing tablet, models CTE-430 and CTE-630, 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 their amendment Directive 93/68/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 will invalidate this declaration.
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LICENSE AND WARRANTIES
(WORLDWIDE, EXCEPT FOR EUROPE, AFRICA AND MIDDLE EAST)
Software License
This legal document is an agreement between you, the end-user, and Wacom Technology Corporation (Wacom).
1. Grant of License. The enclosed product includes computer programs embedded in firmware and accompanying diskette or
CD-ROM (the “Software”). The Software is licensed, not sold, to you for use only with Wacom products upon the terms of this
license, and Wacom reserves any rights not expressly granted to you. Wacom grants to you a non-exclusive right to use this
copy of the Software in conjunction with a Wacom product at a single location.
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ownership of the Software itself. You acknowledge that the Software is Wacom’s property, and contains valuable confidential,
unpublished information developed or acquired by Wacom at great expense, including data processing algorithms, innovations
and concepts. The Software is protected by copyright and other federal and state laws. You agree to use your reasonable best
efforts to protect the Software from unauthorized reproduction, distribution, disclosure, use, or publication.
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if you fail to comply with any provisions of the License.
6. Miscellaneous. This License is governed by the laws of the United States of America and the state of Washington except in
Asia Pacific and by the laws of Japan for Asia Pacific.
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Limited Warranty (Worldwide, Except Europe, Africa and Middle East)
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and service as long as the product remains in possession of the original owner, for a period of one (1) year, from the date of
original purchase, as evidenced by a copy of the receipt and a registration card that has been returned to WACOM within 30
days of purchase.
The Software is licensed “as is.” WACOM makes no warranty with respect to its quality or performance. WACOM cannot
guarantee you uninterrupted service or the correction of any errors.
Upon discovery of a defect in the product, except in the Software, within the Warranty Period, you should notify WACOM
Technical Support via telephone, email, or fax to obtain an RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) number and instructions
for shipping the product to a service location designated by WACOM.
You should send the product, shipping charges prepaid, to the designated service location, accompanied by the return
authorization number, your name, address and telephone number, proof of purchase date, and a description of the defect.
WACOM will pay for return shipping by United Parcel Service or by an equivalent service as chosen by WACOM.
WACOM’s sole obligation and entire liability under this warranty shall be, at WACOM’s option, either the repair or replacement
of the defective product or parts thereof of which WACOM is notified during the Warranty Period; provided, however, that you
are responsible for (i) the cost of transportation of the product to the designated service location and (ii) any loss or damage to
the product resulting from such transportation.
WACOM shall have no responsibility to repair or replace the product if the failure of the product has resulted from accident,
abuse, misuse, negligence, or unauthorized modification or repair, or if it has been handled or stored other than in accordance
with WACOM’s storage instructions.
Any descriptions, drawings, specifications, samples, models, bulletins, or similar material, used in connection with the sale of
the product, shall not be construed as an express warranty that the product will conform or comply with your requirements.
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EXCEPT FOR THE LIMITED WARRANTY DESCRIBED ABOVE, THERE ARE NO OTHER WARRANTIES MADE BY WACOM
ON THIS PRODUCT. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY WACOM, ITS DEALERS,
DISTRIBUTORS, AGENTS, OR EMPLOYEES SHALL CREATE A WARRANTY OR IN ANY WAY INCREASE THE SCOPE OF
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OF THIS PRODUCT SHALL BE LIABLE FOR ANY DIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING
DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF BUSINESS PROFITS, BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, LOSS OF BUSINESS INFORMATION AND
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ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.
BECAUSE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
In the event that any of the above limitations are held unenforceable, WACOM’s liability for any damages to you or any party
shall not exceed the purchase price you paid, regardless of the form of any claim.
This Limited Warranty is governed by the laws of the United States of America and the state of Washington.
This Limited Warranty is valid for and only applies to products purchased and used inside the United States (and its territories
or possessions) and Canada.
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Warranty on Sales Outside of U.S. and Canada (Except Europe, Africa and Middle East)
For products purchased or used outside of the United States and Canada, upon discovery of a defect in the product, except in
the Software, within the Warranty Period you should notify your local dealer or distributor. In all other respects the terms of the
warranty as set forth above apply to such sales.
Should you have any questions about this Agreement, or if you desire to contact WACOM for any reason, please contact in
writing:
In North and South America contact: In Asia Pacific contact:

Wacom Technology Corporation WACOM Co., Ltd.
1311 S.E. Cardinal Court 2-510-1 Toyonodai
Vancouver, Washington 98683 Otone-Machi, Kitasaitama-Gun
U.S.A. Saitama, 349-1148
Japan
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LICENSE AND WARRANTY
(EUROPE, AFRICA AND MIDDLE EAST)
Software License Agreement
Important Notice to Customers
This product contains copyrighted computer programs (“software”) which are the inalienable intellectual property of WACOM
Europe GmbH (“WACOM”). This software is both integrated within the product and also contained on the accompanying data
carrier. The purchase of this product from your dealer does not include WACOM's software and the associated rights of usage.
WACOM grants you, the user, the right to use the software solely in accordance with the conditions of this software license
agreement. By purchasing this product you agree to the terms of this license.
Entitlement to Use the Software
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for the proper operation of this product. This license may be transferred only in connection with this product.
The use of this software includes solely the permanent or temporary, complete or partial copying of the software by means of
loading, displaying, executing, transmitting or saving for the purpose of executing the commands and data it contains or of
observing, examining or testing the functions of the software.
The customer may not license, lease or loan the software to a third party, nor allow a third party to access the software in any
other way. The customer may not without prior written authorization from WACOM copy, modify, transmit or edit the software,
apart from the actions of copying necessary to create a backup copy and for the purposes outlined in section 2 above.
The customer may not decompile the software; if the software contains interfaces to software which is not supplied by WACOM,
WACOM shall make the necessary information available to the customer upon request, provided that the customer can prove
his/her entitle-ment to use the software and that he/she agrees to pay the copying and postage costs.
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Limited Warranty
WACOM warrants to you as the original end-user that the product hardware is free from defects in materials and workmanship
under normal use and service for a period of TWO (2) YEARS after the date of purchase, provided that they are unused at the
time of such purchase. WACOM further warrants to you the accompany-ing diskettes against defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of SIX (6) MONTHS after the date of purchase.
The Software is licensed and distributed “AS IS”. WACOM makes no warranties, expressed or implied, with respect to its
quality, performance, merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose (including related manuals and documentation).
WACOM cannot guarantee you uninterrupted service or the correction of any errors.
Upon discovery of a defect in the product, except in the Software, within the applicable Warranty Period, you should return them
in the original packaging to the place of your original purchase, together with your name, address, telephone number, a
description of the problem and a copy of the original invoice. You are responsible for any loss or damage to the product
resulting from such transportation. WACOM's sole obligation and entire liability under this warranty shall be, at WACOM's
option, either the repair or the replacement of product or parts thereof that prove defective and that were returned within the
applicable Warranty Period.
WACOM shall have no responsibility to repair or replace the product if (a), in the opinion of WACOM, the failure of the product
has resulted from accident, abuse, misuse, negligence, misapplication, or unauthorized modification or repair, or (b) the product
has been handled or stored other than in accordance with WACOM's storage instructions, or (c) the failure is due to normal
wear and tear, or (d) you fail to fulfill your obligations as described above.
In case that any claim presented under warranty is found upon investigation to be either outside the duration or the scope of this
warranty, or in case that the product is found to be not defective, then the cost of such investigation and repair shall be borne by
you.
Any descriptions, drawings, specifications, samples, models, bulletins, or similar material, used in connection with the sale of
the product, shall not be construed as an express warranty that the product will conform or comply with your requirements.
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Should any provision of this agreement be declared invalid, that provision shall be treated as separate from the agreement, and
the agreement shall remain in force without limitation in all other respects.
If this product is found to be defective, the purchaser may be entitled to institute legal proceedings against the seller on grounds
of liability for deficiency. The statutory rights indicated with regard to the seller are not limited in any way by this warranty.
Rather, this warranty affords the purchaser rights in addition to those indicated in the present text.
This limited warranty shall apply if the seller's corporate domicile is in the European Union or in Iceland, Norway, Jersey,
Switzerland, Poland, Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Russia, the Ukraine, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, Rumania,
Bulgaria, Croatia, Slovenia, Serbia, Malta, Tunisia, Cyprus, Turkey, Syria, the Lebanon, Jordan, Israel, Egypt, the United Arab
Emirates, Iran or South Africa.
This Limited Warranty and Liability is governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany.
Should you have any questions about this Agreement, or if you desire to contact WACOM for any reason, please contact in
writing:
WACOM Europe GmbH

Europark Fichtenhain A9
47807 Krefeld
GERMANY
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GLOSSARY
Active Area. The drawing area of the tablet where your Graphire3 tools are detected.
Aspect. The ratio between the vertical and horizontal dimension of the tablet or display. The aspect setting
(MAINTAIN PROPORTIONS checkbox) is located in the PEN MODE DETAILS dialog box, and defines how the tablet area
is mapped to the display area.
Click Force. The amount of force you must apply to your pen tip for a click to occur.
DOS Shell. A DOS session that is running under the Windows operating system.
Double-Click Distance. The maximum distance (in screen pixels) that the cursor can move between clicks and still
be accepted as a double-click. Increasing the double-click distance makes double-clicking easier, but may cause a
delay in brush strokes in some graphics applications.
Eraser-Aware Application. A software application that has built-in support for the Graphire3 eraser.
These applications take advantage of the eraser in different ways, depending on what makes sense for the
application.
Fingerwheel. The control wheel on the Graphire3 Cordless Mouse.
Mapping. The relationship between your Graphire3 tool position on the tablet and the cursor position on the
monitor screen.
Modifier. Modifier keys include SHIFT, ALT, and CTRL for Windows, or SHIFT, CTRL, COMMAND, and OPTION for
Macintosh. You can customize your Graphire3 tool to simulate a modifier key.
Mouse Mode. A method for positioning the screen cursor. When you place a Graphire3 tool on the tablet, you can
move the screen cursor with a “pick up and slide” motion similar to using a traditional mouse. This is known as
relative positioning, and is the default setting for the Graphire3 Cordless Mouse. See also Pen Mode.
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Nib. The replaceable tip of the Graphire3 pen.
Pen Mode. A method of positioning the screen cursor. Wherever you place your Graphire3 tool on the tablet, the
screen cursor will jump to the same corresponding point on the screen. This is known as absolute positioning, and
is the default setting for the pen. Absolute positioning (Pen Mode) allows you to quickly position the screen cursor
without having to first find it and then slide it across the desktop. See also Mouse Mode.
Pixel. The smallest unit of measure on your monitor screen.
Pop-up Menu. A window that displays a list of keystroke functions and other actions you can perform. You can
customize the tool buttons of your Graphire3 pen and Cordless Mouse to display this menu.
Pressure Sensitive. A quality of the Graphire3 pen tip and eraser that senses the amount of pressure being
applied. This is used to create natural-looking pen and brush strokes in applications that are pressure-sensitive.
Pressure-Sensitive Application. Any application that supports pressure-sensitive input.
Proximity. The height above the tablet’s active area where the Graphire3 tools are detected. Refer also to the
Proximity section.
Screen Cursor. The pointer on the display screen. Screen cursors come in different shapes (such as an I-beam,
arrow, or box), depending on which application you are running.
USB. Universal Serial Bus. A hardware interface standard for connecting computer peripheral devices. USB ports
support hot-plugging, which allows you to connect or disconnect a USB device without turning off your computer.
Wintab. An interface standard used by Windows applications for receiving tablet information. Graphire3 supports
all Wintab-compatible applications under Windows.
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INDEX
About the manual 5 Dragging, with pen 17
Accessories and parts, ordering 63 Drawing with pressure 19
Basics, control panel 28 Driver downloads, obtaining 56
Button functions 36 Environmental conditions 58
Care, for tablet and tools 58 Eraser feel, adjusting 33
CE declaration 65 Erasing, with pen 20
Click Sound 15 Eye-hand coordination exercise 21
Clicking, with pen 15 FCC notice 64
Control panel Features
basics 28 input tools 10
details 32 tablet 9
opening 27 Fingerwheel, using 23
Cordless Mouse Functions, button 36
buttons, customizing 30 General problems, troubleshooting 49
using 22 Graphire3, working with 8
fingerwheel 23 Holding the pen 13
Customizing Interference, radio and television 64
Cordless Mouse buttons 30 Keystrokes, adding to Pop-up Menu 31
double-click 34 Macintosh-specific problems, troubleshooting 54
mouse acceleration 45 Maintain Proportions 41
mouse speed 45 Manual, about 5
Pen 29 Mapping, to multiple monitors 42
side switch 35 Mouse Speed, setting 45
tip feel 33 Nib, replacing 58
Double-click, customizing 34 Ordering parts and accessories 63
Double-clicking, how to 15
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Parts and accessories, ordering 63 Specifications
Pen 4x5 / A6 tablet 61
adjusting eraser feel 33 6x8 / A5 tablet 61
clicking with 15 Cordless Mouse 62
customizing 29 general 60
double-clicking with 15 Inking Pen 62
dragging with pen 17 Pen 61
drawing with pressure 19 product 60
erasing with 20 Tablet
holding 13 changing the underlay 25
pointing 14 creating a new underlay 26
replacing the tip 58 features 9
using 12 Maintain Proportions option 41
using side switch 16 mapping to multiple monitors 42
Pointing, with pen 14 screen area 43
Pop-up Menu, adding keystrokes 31 storing 58
Pressure, drawing with 19 tablet area 44
Proximity 18 testing 47
Radio and television interference 64 tracking 40
Screen area, mapping 43 working with 24
Side switch Tablet area, mapping 42, 44
customizing 35 Technical Support options 55
using 16 Testing, tablet 47
Software Tip feel, customizing 33
driver downloads 56 Tip, replacing 58
uninstalling 59
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Tracking, tablet 40
Troubleshooting 46
general problems 49
Macintosh-specific problems 54
tables 49
Windows-specific problems 53
Underlay
changing 25
creating new 26
Uninstalling software 59
Windows-specific problems, troubleshooting 53
Work area, setting up 11
Working with Graphire3 8
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WACOM INTERNATIONAL OFFICES
WACOM Technology Corporation WACOM Europe GmbH
1311 S.E. Cardinal Court Europark Fichtenhain A9
Vancouver, WA 98683 47807 Krefeld
U.S.A. Germany
Telephone Telephone
General: +1-360-896-9833 General: +49-(0)2151-3614-0
Fax: +1-360-896-9724 Fax: +49-(0)2151-3614-111
WACOM Co., Ltd.

2-510-1 Toyonodai
Otone-Machi, Kitasaitama-Gun
Saitama, 349-1148
Japan
Telephone
General: +81-(0)480-78-1213
Fax: +81-(0)480-78-1217
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GRAPHIRE3 TABLET FEATURES

Photo Frame Cover

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DuoSwitch (rocker style)

Programmable Buttons Graphire3 Cordless Mouse

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See Working with the Tablet for more information.

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HOLDING THE PEN

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Position for drawing Position for erasing

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By default, the lower switch is set for a right-click on

To assign new switch functions, see Customizing the Side Switch.

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The right button is set to RIGHT-CLICK

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Your tablet also comes with an integrated pen storage

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Note: You can trace or digitize an image either by

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OPENING THE CONTROL PANEL

OPENING THE CONTROL PANEL

CUSTOMIZING THE PEN

Closes the control panel.

Moves the screen cursor to

Displays information about Software driver version.

Note: The MOUSE tab will not display until you

Use these options to

Returns the MOUSE tab

Opens a dialog box where you can

Returns all settings to their default values.

ADJUSTING TIP AND ERASER FEEL

Customizes the amount of

Adjusts the size of the double-click area

Hint: On Windows systems you can make navigating

Select Button Functions to

Hint: To make double-clicking easier, set the

If you make a mistake, click here

Select the CLICK box plus one

Windows screen capture shown.

• IGNORED. Disables the button function.

The TRACKING mode you select controls how the

MAINTAIN PROPORTIONS. Check or uncheck the box to

MAPPING TO MULTIPLE MONITORS

Drag corners of the foreground graphic to select the screen area.