I have a tablet PC (HP Pavillion tx1000z) which has a blank onscreen
keyboard at the login screen, when I press ctrl/alt/del, and when I
enable the tablet pc input panel. I have googled the problem and tried
the following:

- I have made sure that the US keyboard is installed in regional and
language options.

- While in there, I also verified that

Tablet PC Correction
Tablet PC Correction for Windows Journal
Tablet PC Text Insertion.

show up under advanced text services.

- I have tried registering (regsvr32) inkobj.dll and tpcps.dll from the
c:\program files\common files\microsoft shared\ink directory in the
commend prompt.

- I have uninstalled the tablet PC experience pack from Microsoft.

- I have uninstalled, rebooted, reinstalled, and updated dot net framework.

- I do not and never had tweak xp installed as I understand the xmouse
component could sometimes cause this problem.

- I also understand that installing sp2 could cause this problem, but
this install of tablet pc edition already has sp2 integrated so I don't
think that is the problem.

I have found but not tried the fix at the link below:
http://groups.google.com/group/micro...dows.tabletpc/
browse_thread/thread/7c18130bb21983f7/3dd7a12e2f64c865?hl=en&lnk=
st&q=on+screen+keyboard+blank+problem+tablet+pc+ed ition#3dd7a12e2f64c865

I'm not too sure I understand it because it looks like directions from a
developer. If anyone can shed some light on the above procedure it
would be much appreciated.

Otherwise, I'm open to trying anything I have not yet tried to fix this
problem.

I am running XP tablet PC edition 2005 with SP2 and all critical
security updates installed.

Thanks.

--
"Fair use is not merely a nice concept--it is a federal law based on
free speech rights under the First Amendment and is a cornerstone of the
creativity and innovation that is a hallmark of this country. Consumer
rights in the digital age are not frivolous."
- Maura Corbett

I too am having what seems like the same problem. The TIP has the handwriting
pages but when I try to click on the keyboard option, there is a blank screen
where the keyboard use to be. It started on Nov. 22, right after a Windows
update. I have also tried the same things and I have not had any luck. I am
running a Motion LE1600 Tablet, with XP Tablet 2005, SP2. The only other
thing that I can think of is to reformat and reinstall the OS, but I haven't
had the time to do so. I would be grateful for any help.
Thanks,
Ted

"The poster formerly known as 'The Poster" wrote:

> I have a tablet PC (HP Pavillion tx1000z) which has a blank onscreen
> keyboard at the login screen, when I press ctrl/alt/del, and when I
> enable the tablet pc input panel. I have googled the problem and tried
> the following:
>
> - I have made sure that the US keyboard is installed in regional and
> language options.
>
> - While in there, I also verified that
>
> Tablet PC Correction
> Tablet PC Correction for Windows Journal
> Tablet PC Text Insertion.
>
> show up under advanced text services.
>
> - I have tried registering (regsvr32) inkobj.dll and tpcps.dll from the
> c:\program files\common files\microsoft shared\ink directory in the
> commend prompt.
>
> - I have uninstalled the tablet PC experience pack from Microsoft.
>
> - I have uninstalled, rebooted, reinstalled, and updated dot net framework.
>
> - I do not and never had tweak xp installed as I understand the xmouse
> component could sometimes cause this problem.
>
> - I also understand that installing sp2 could cause this problem, but
> this install of tablet pc edition already has sp2 integrated so I don't
> think that is the problem.
>
> I have found but not tried the fix at the link below:
> http://groups.google.com/group/micro...dows.tabletpc/
> browse_thread/thread/7c18130bb21983f7/3dd7a12e2f64c865?hl=en&lnk=
> st&q=on+screen+keyboard+blank+problem+tablet+pc+ed ition#3dd7a12e2f64c865
>
> I'm not too sure I understand it because it looks like directions from a
> developer. If anyone can shed some light on the above procedure it
> would be much appreciated.
>
> Otherwise, I'm open to trying anything I have not yet tried to fix this
> problem.
>
> I am running XP tablet PC edition 2005 with SP2 and all critical
> security updates installed.
>
> Thanks.
>
> --
> "Fair use is not merely a nice concept--it is a federal law based on
> free speech rights under the First Amendment and is a cornerstone of the
> creativity and innovation that is a hallmark of this country. Consumer
> rights in the digital age are not frivolous."
> - Maura Corbett
>

Use a Restore Point in System Restore from Nov. 21. That should fix it for
you.
--
Chris H.
Microsoft Windows MVP/Tablet PC
Tablet Creations - http://nicecreations.us/
http://forums.mobilepcworld.net
Associate Expert
Expert Zone - www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone

"Ted V" <Ted V@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:E15093B6-85DF-4B3D-81BC-20DECE7E2633@microsoft.com...
>I too am having what seems like the same problem. The TIP has the
>handwriting
> pages but when I try to click on the keyboard option, there is a blank
> screen
> where the keyboard use to be. It started on Nov. 22, right after a Windows
> update. I have also tried the same things and I have not had any luck. I
> am
> running a Motion LE1600 Tablet, with XP Tablet 2005, SP2. The only other
> thing that I can think of is to reformat and reinstall the OS, but I
> haven't
> had the time to do so. I would be grateful for any help.
> Thanks,
> Ted
>
> "The poster formerly known as 'The Poster" wrote:
>
>> I have a tablet PC (HP Pavillion tx1000z) which has a blank onscreen
>> keyboard at the login screen, when I press ctrl/alt/del, and when I
>> enable the tablet pc input panel. I have googled the problem and tried
>> the following:
>>
>> - I have made sure that the US keyboard is installed in regional and
>> language options.
>>
>> - While in there, I also verified that
>>
>> Tablet PC Correction
>> Tablet PC Correction for Windows Journal
>> Tablet PC Text Insertion.
>>
>> show up under advanced text services.
>>
>> - I have tried registering (regsvr32) inkobj.dll and tpcps.dll from the
>> c:\program files\common files\microsoft shared\ink directory in the
>> commend prompt.
>>
>> - I have uninstalled the tablet PC experience pack from Microsoft.
>>
>> - I have uninstalled, rebooted, reinstalled, and updated dot net
>> framework.
>>
>> - I do not and never had tweak xp installed as I understand the xmouse
>> component could sometimes cause this problem.
>>
>> - I also understand that installing sp2 could cause this problem, but
>> this install of tablet pc edition already has sp2 integrated so I don't
>> think that is the problem.
>>
>> I have found but not tried the fix at the link below:
>> http://groups.google.com/group/micro...dows.tabletpc/
>> browse_thread/thread/7c18130bb21983f7/3dd7a12e2f64c865?hl=en&lnk=
>> st&q=on+screen+keyboard+blank+problem+tablet+pc+ed ition#3dd7a12e2f64c865
>>
>> I'm not too sure I understand it because it looks like directions from a
>> developer. If anyone can shed some light on the above procedure it
>> would be much appreciated.
>>
>> Otherwise, I'm open to trying anything I have not yet tried to fix this
>> problem.
>>
>> I am running XP tablet PC edition 2005 with SP2 and all critical
>> security updates installed.
>>
>> Thanks.
>>
>> --
>> "Fair use is not merely a nice concept--it is a federal law based on
>> free speech rights under the First Amendment and is a cornerstone of the
>> creativity and innovation that is a hallmark of this country. Consumer
>> rights in the digital age are not frivolous."
>> - Maura Corbett
>>

Chris H wrote:
> Use a Restore Point in System Restore from Nov. 21. That should fix it
> for you.

Does anyone know which update is the culprit?

"Ted V" <Ted V@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:E15093B6-85DF-4B3D-81BC-20DECE7E2633@microsoft.com...
> I too am having what seems like the same problem. The TIP has the
handwriting
> pages but when I try to click on the keyboard option, there is a
blank screen
> where the keyboard use to be. It started on Nov. 22, right after a
Windows
> update. I have also tried the same things and I have not had any
luck. I am
> running a Motion LE1600 Tablet, with XP Tablet 2005, SP2. The only other
> thing that I can think of is to reformat and reinstall the OS, but I
haven't
> had the time to do so. I would be grateful for any help.
> Thanks,
> Ted
>
> "The poster formerly known as 'The Poster" wrote:
>
>> I have a tablet PC (HP Pavillion tx1000z) which has a blank onscreen
>> keyboard at the login screen, when I press ctrl/alt/del, and when I
>> enable the tablet pc input panel. I have googled the problem and tried
>> the following:
>>
>> - I have made sure that the US keyboard is installed in regional and
>> language options.
>>
>> - While in there, I also verified that
>>
>> Tablet PC Correction
>> Tablet PC Correction for Windows Journal
>> Tablet PC Text Insertion.
>>
>> show up under advanced text services.
>>
>> - I have tried registering (regsvr32) inkobj.dll and tpcps.dll from the
>> c:\program files\common files\microsoft shared\ink directory in the
>> commend prompt.
>>
>> - I have uninstalled the tablet PC experience pack from Microsoft.
>>
>> - I have uninstalled, rebooted, reinstalled, and updated dot net
framework.
>>
>> - I do not and never had tweak xp installed as I understand the xmouse
>> component could sometimes cause this problem.
>>
>> - I also understand that installing sp2 could cause this problem, but
>> this install of tablet pc edition already has sp2 integrated so I don't
>> think that is the problem.
>>
>> I have found but not tried the fix at the link below:
>> http://groups.google.com/group/micro...dows.tabletpc/
>> browse_thread/thread/7c18130bb21983f7/3dd7a12e2f64c865?hl=en&lnk=
>> st&q=on+screen+keyboard+blank+problem+tablet+pc+ed ition#3dd7a12e2f64c865
>>
>> I'm not too sure I understand it because it looks like directions from a
>> developer. If anyone can shed some light on the above procedure it
>> would be much appreciated.
>>
>> Otherwise, I'm open to trying anything I have not yet tried to fix this
>> problem.
>>
>> I am running XP tablet PC edition 2005 with SP2 and all critical
>> security updates installed.
>>
>> Thanks.


--
"Fair use is not merely a nice concept--it is a federal law based on
free speech rights under the First Amendment and is a cornerstone of the
creativity and innovation that is a hallmark of this country. Consumer
rights in the digital age are not frivolous."
- Maura Corbett

>> Does anyone know which update is the culprit? <<

I'd like to know as well... at this point, updates for me are off until
this is documented.

Thanks for the restorepoint date.

Beverly Howard [MS MVP-Mobile Devices]

I tried that and it won't restore. I have been worried that my tablet might
have caught something, but McAfee and Defender are right up to date.

"Chris H" wrote:

> Use a Restore Point in System Restore from Nov. 21. That should fix it for
> you.
> --
> Chris H.
> Microsoft Windows MVP/Tablet PC
> Tablet Creations - http://nicecreations.us/
> http://forums.mobilepcworld.net
> Associate Expert
> Expert Zone - www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone
>
> "Ted V" <Ted V@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:E15093B6-85DF-4B3D-81BC-20DECE7E2633@microsoft.com...
> >I too am having what seems like the same problem. The TIP has the
> >handwriting
> > pages but when I try to click on the keyboard option, there is a blank
> > screen
> > where the keyboard use to be. It started on Nov. 22, right after a Windows
> > update. I have also tried the same things and I have not had any luck. I
> > am
> > running a Motion LE1600 Tablet, with XP Tablet 2005, SP2. The only other
> > thing that I can think of is to reformat and reinstall the OS, but I
> > haven't
> > had the time to do so. I would be grateful for any help.
> > Thanks,
> > Ted
> >
> > "The poster formerly known as 'The Poster" wrote:
> >
> >> I have a tablet PC (HP Pavillion tx1000z) which has a blank onscreen
> >> keyboard at the login screen, when I press ctrl/alt/del, and when I
> >> enable the tablet pc input panel. I have googled the problem and tried
> >> the following:
> >>
> >> - I have made sure that the US keyboard is installed in regional and
> >> language options.
> >>
> >> - While in there, I also verified that
> >>
> >> Tablet PC Correction
> >> Tablet PC Correction for Windows Journal
> >> Tablet PC Text Insertion.
> >>
> >> show up under advanced text services.
> >>
> >> - I have tried registering (regsvr32) inkobj.dll and tpcps.dll from the
> >> c:\program files\common files\microsoft shared\ink directory in the
> >> commend prompt.
> >>
> >> - I have uninstalled the tablet PC experience pack from Microsoft.
> >>
> >> - I have uninstalled, rebooted, reinstalled, and updated dot net
> >> framework.
> >>
> >> - I do not and never had tweak xp installed as I understand the xmouse
> >> component could sometimes cause this problem.
> >>
> >> - I also understand that installing sp2 could cause this problem, but
> >> this install of tablet pc edition already has sp2 integrated so I don't
> >> think that is the problem.
> >>
> >> I have found but not tried the fix at the link below:
> >> http://groups.google.com/group/micro...dows.tabletpc/
> >> browse_thread/thread/7c18130bb21983f7/3dd7a12e2f64c865?hl=en&lnk=
> >> st&q=on+screen+keyboard+blank+problem+tablet+pc+ed ition#3dd7a12e2f64c865
> >>
> >> I'm not too sure I understand it because it looks like directions from a
> >> developer. If anyone can shed some light on the above procedure it
> >> would be much appreciated.
> >>
> >> Otherwise, I'm open to trying anything I have not yet tried to fix this
> >> problem.
> >>
> >> I am running XP tablet PC edition 2005 with SP2 and all critical
> >> security updates installed.
> >>
> >> Thanks.
> >>
> >> --
> >> "Fair use is not merely a nice concept--it is a federal law based on
> >> free speech rights under the First Amendment and is a cornerstone of the
> >> creativity and innovation that is a hallmark of this country. Consumer
> >> rights in the digital age are not frivolous."
> >> - Maura Corbett
> >>
>

I just looked back in my Day Timer and found that I was off by a week. (It
happened while I was out of town on buiness, so I know the date is right now.)
Here are the updates:
Windows XP
Security Update for Windows XP (KB943460)
Wednesday, November 14, 2007

Office 2003
Update for Outlook Junk Email Filter 2003 (KB943552)
Wednesday, November 14, 2007

Windows XP
Windows Malicious Software Removal Tool - November 2007 (KB890830)
Wednesday, November 14, 2007

I don't know for sure that one of these caused the problem, but when I
turned on the Tablet the next morning, I did not get the TIP pop up at the
log in screen. I had to connect a keyboard to type in my password. Since then
the computer had been slow booting and shuting down, and of course, no
keyboard on the TIP.
Thanks,
Ted
"Beverly Howard [Ms-MVP/MobileDev]" wrote:

> >> Does anyone know which update is the culprit? <<
>
> I'd like to know as well... at this point, updates for me are off until
> this is documented.
>
> Thanks for the restorepoint date.
>
> Beverly Howard [MS MVP-Mobile Devices]
>
>
>
>

I've installed those exact same updates on three (maybe four) Tablet PCs
here and haven't had the issue you're seeing. I would run a thorough
antivirus scan of your system. BTW - You know running two different AV
programs will hinder the computer more than giving it additional protection?
They end up fighting over who has control, especially McAfee (or Norton).
--
Chris H.
Microsoft Windows MVP/Tablet PC
Tablet Creations - http://nicecreations.us/
http://forums.mobilepcworld.net
Associate Expert
Expert Zone - www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone

"Ted V" <TedV@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
news:92385AFA-9375-475E-A3A8-13E5C2E0F1BA@microsoft.com...
>I tried that and it won't restore. I have been worried that my tablet might
> have caught something, but McAfee and Defender are right up to date.
>
> "Chris H" wrote:
>
>> Use a Restore Point in System Restore from Nov. 21. That should fix it
>> for
>> you.
>> --
>> Chris H.
>> Microsoft Windows MVP/Tablet PC
>> Tablet Creations - http://nicecreations.us/
>> http://forums.mobilepcworld.net
>> Associate Expert
>> Expert Zone - www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone
>>
>> "Ted V" <Ted V@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
>> news:E15093B6-85DF-4B3D-81BC-20DECE7E2633@microsoft.com...
>> >I too am having what seems like the same problem. The TIP has the
>> >handwriting
>> > pages but when I try to click on the keyboard option, there is a blank
>> > screen
>> > where the keyboard use to be. It started on Nov. 22, right after a
>> > Windows
>> > update. I have also tried the same things and I have not had any luck.
>> > I
>> > am
>> > running a Motion LE1600 Tablet, with XP Tablet 2005, SP2. The only
>> > other
>> > thing that I can think of is to reformat and reinstall the OS, but I
>> > haven't
>> > had the time to do so. I would be grateful for any help.
>> > Thanks,
>> > Ted
>> >
>> > "The poster formerly known as 'The Poster" wrote:
>> >
>> >> I have a tablet PC (HP Pavillion tx1000z) which has a blank onscreen
>> >> keyboard at the login screen, when I press ctrl/alt/del, and when I
>> >> enable the tablet pc input panel. I have googled the problem and
>> >> tried
>> >> the following:
>> >>
>> >> - I have made sure that the US keyboard is installed in regional and
>> >> language options.
>> >>
>> >> - While in there, I also verified that
>> >>
>> >> Tablet PC Correction
>> >> Tablet PC Correction for Windows Journal
>> >> Tablet PC Text Insertion.
>> >>
>> >> show up under advanced text services.
>> >>
>> >> - I have tried registering (regsvr32) inkobj.dll and tpcps.dll from
>> >> the
>> >> c:\program files\common files\microsoft shared\ink directory in the
>> >> commend prompt.
>> >>
>> >> - I have uninstalled the tablet PC experience pack from Microsoft.
>> >>
>> >> - I have uninstalled, rebooted, reinstalled, and updated dot net
>> >> framework.
>> >>
>> >> - I do not and never had tweak xp installed as I understand the xmouse
>> >> component could sometimes cause this problem.
>> >>
>> >> - I also understand that installing sp2 could cause this problem, but
>> >> this install of tablet pc edition already has sp2 integrated so I
>> >> don't
>> >> think that is the problem.
>> >>
>> >> I have found but not tried the fix at the link below:
>> >> http://groups.google.com/group/micro...dows.tabletpc/
>> >> browse_thread/thread/7c18130bb21983f7/3dd7a12e2f64c865?hl=en&lnk=
>> >> st&q=on+screen+keyboard+blank+problem+tablet+pc+ed ition#3dd7a12e2f64c865
>> >>
>> >> I'm not too sure I understand it because it looks like directions from
>> >> a
>> >> developer. If anyone can shed some light on the above procedure it
>> >> would be much appreciated.
>> >>
>> >> Otherwise, I'm open to trying anything I have not yet tried to fix
>> >> this
>> >> problem.
>> >>
>> >> I am running XP tablet PC edition 2005 with SP2 and all critical
>> >> security updates installed.
>> >>
>> >> Thanks.
>> >>
>> >> --
>> >> "Fair use is not merely a nice concept--it is a federal law based on
>> >> free speech rights under the First Amendment and is a cornerstone of
>> >> the
>> >> creativity and innovation that is a hallmark of this country.
>> >> Consumer
>> >> rights in the digital age are not frivolous."
>> >> - Maura Corbett
>> >>
>>

When I get a moment, I will check... just declined a November XP
security update but didn't note the kb number.

Fwiw, have never accepted the malicious software tool although it's
pushed in my face on every update ;-)

Thanks,

Thanks Chris. I've done full scans and they have turned up nothing. As for
the two AV programs, Windows Defender is not an AV, but a Spyware program.

"Chris H" wrote:

> I've installed those exact same updates on three (maybe four) Tablet PCs
> here and haven't had the issue you're seeing. I would run a thorough
> antivirus scan of your system. BTW - You know running two different AV
> programs will hinder the computer more than giving it additional protection?
> They end up fighting over who has control, especially McAfee (or Norton).
> --
> Chris H.
> Microsoft Windows MVP/Tablet PC
> Tablet Creations - http://nicecreations.us/
> http://forums.mobilepcworld.net
> Associate Expert
> Expert Zone - www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone
>
> "Ted V" <TedV@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:92385AFA-9375-475E-A3A8-13E5C2E0F1BA@microsoft.com...
> >I tried that and it won't restore. I have been worried that my tablet might
> > have caught something, but McAfee and Defender are right up to date.
> >
> > "Chris H" wrote:
> >
> >> Use a Restore Point in System Restore from Nov. 21. That should fix it
> >> for
> >> you.
> >> --
> >> Chris H.
> >> Microsoft Windows MVP/Tablet PC
> >> Tablet Creations - http://nicecreations.us/
> >> http://forums.mobilepcworld.net
> >> Associate Expert
> >> Expert Zone - www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone
> >>
> >> "Ted V" <Ted V@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> >> news:E15093B6-85DF-4B3D-81BC-20DECE7E2633@microsoft.com...
> >> >I too am having what seems like the same problem. The TIP has the
> >> >handwriting
> >> > pages but when I try to click on the keyboard option, there is a blank
> >> > screen
> >> > where the keyboard use to be. It started on Nov. 22, right after a
> >> > Windows
> >> > update. I have also tried the same things and I have not had any luck.
> >> > I
> >> > am
> >> > running a Motion LE1600 Tablet, with XP Tablet 2005, SP2. The only
> >> > other
> >> > thing that I can think of is to reformat and reinstall the OS, but I
> >> > haven't
> >> > had the time to do so. I would be grateful for any help.
> >> > Thanks,
> >> > Ted
> >> >
> >> > "The poster formerly known as 'The Poster" wrote:
> >> >
> >> >> I have a tablet PC (HP Pavillion tx1000z) which has a blank onscreen
> >> >> keyboard at the login screen, when I press ctrl/alt/del, and when I
> >> >> enable the tablet pc input panel. I have googled the problem and
> >> >> tried
> >> >> the following:
> >> >>
> >> >> - I have made sure that the US keyboard is installed in regional and
> >> >> language options.
> >> >>
> >> >> - While in there, I also verified that
> >> >>
> >> >> Tablet PC Correction
> >> >> Tablet PC Correction for Windows Journal
> >> >> Tablet PC Text Insertion.
> >> >>
> >> >> show up under advanced text services.
> >> >>
> >> >> - I have tried registering (regsvr32) inkobj.dll and tpcps.dll from
> >> >> the
> >> >> c:\program files\common files\microsoft shared\ink directory in the
> >> >> commend prompt.
> >> >>
> >> >> - I have uninstalled the tablet PC experience pack from Microsoft.
> >> >>
> >> >> - I have uninstalled, rebooted, reinstalled, and updated dot net
> >> >> framework.
> >> >>
> >> >> - I do not and never had tweak xp installed as I understand the xmouse
> >> >> component could sometimes cause this problem.
> >> >>
> >> >> - I also understand that installing sp2 could cause this problem, but
> >> >> this install of tablet pc edition already has sp2 integrated so I
> >> >> don't
> >> >> think that is the problem.
> >> >>
> >> >> I have found but not tried the fix at the link below:
> >> >> http://groups.google.com/group/micro...dows.tabletpc/
> >> >> browse_thread/thread/7c18130bb21983f7/3dd7a12e2f64c865?hl=en&lnk=
> >> >> st&q=on+screen+keyboard+blank+problem+tablet+pc+ed ition#3dd7a12e2f64c865
> >> >>
> >> >> I'm not too sure I understand it because it looks like directions from
> >> >> a
> >> >> developer. If anyone can shed some light on the above procedure it
> >> >> would be much appreciated.
> >> >>
> >> >> Otherwise, I'm open to trying anything I have not yet tried to fix
> >> >> this
> >> >> problem.
> >> >>
> >> >> I am running XP tablet PC edition 2005 with SP2 and all critical
> >> >> security updates installed.
> >> >>
> >> >> Thanks.
> >> >>
> >> >> --
> >> >> "Fair use is not merely a nice concept--it is a federal law based on
> >> >> free speech rights under the First Amendment and is a cornerstone of
> >> >> the
> >> >> creativity and innovation that is a hallmark of this country.
> >> >> Consumer
> >> >> rights in the digital age are not frivolous."
> >> >> - Maura Corbett
> >> >>
> >>
>

My keyboard display has gone blank too. I did a system restore back to
mid-November with no luck. Also edited the Regional Settings as suggested
with no luck. I'm stumped. Any help would be appreciated.

"Ted V" wrote:

> I too am having what seems like the same problem. The TIP has the handwriting
> pages but when I try to click on the keyboard option, there is a blank screen
> where the keyboard use to be. It started on Nov. 22, right after a Windows
> update. I have also tried the same things and I have not had any luck. I am
> running a Motion LE1600 Tablet, with XP Tablet 2005, SP2. The only other
> thing that I can think of is to reformat and reinstall the OS, but I haven't
> had the time to do so. I would be grateful for any help.
> Thanks,
> Ted
>
> "The poster formerly known as 'The Poster" wrote:
>
> > I have a tablet PC (HP Pavillion tx1000z) which has a blank onscreen
> > keyboard at the login screen, when I press ctrl/alt/del, and when I
> > enable the tablet pc input panel. I have googled the problem and tried
> > the following:
> >
> > - I have made sure that the US keyboard is installed in regional and
> > language options.
> >
> > - While in there, I also verified that
> >
> > Tablet PC Correction
> > Tablet PC Correction for Windows Journal
> > Tablet PC Text Insertion.
> >
> > show up under advanced text services.
> >
> > - I have tried registering (regsvr32) inkobj.dll and tpcps.dll from the
> > c:\program files\common files\microsoft shared\ink directory in the
> > commend prompt.
> >
> > - I have uninstalled the tablet PC experience pack from Microsoft.
> >
> > - I have uninstalled, rebooted, reinstalled, and updated dot net framework.
> >
> > - I do not and never had tweak xp installed as I understand the xmouse
> > component could sometimes cause this problem.
> >
> > - I also understand that installing sp2 could cause this problem, but
> > this install of tablet pc edition already has sp2 integrated so I don't
> > think that is the problem.
> >
> > I have found but not tried the fix at the link below:
> > http://groups.google.com/group/micro...dows.tabletpc/
> > browse_thread/thread/7c18130bb21983f7/3dd7a12e2f64c865?hl=en&lnk=
> > st&q=on+screen+keyboard+blank+problem+tablet+pc+ed ition#3dd7a12e2f64c865
> >
> > I'm not too sure I understand it because it looks like directions from a
> > developer. If anyone can shed some light on the above procedure it
> > would be much appreciated.
> >
> > Otherwise, I'm open to trying anything I have not yet tried to fix this
> > problem.
> >
> > I am running XP tablet PC edition 2005 with SP2 and all critical
> > security updates installed.
> >
> > Thanks.
> >
> > --
> > "Fair use is not merely a nice concept--it is a federal law based on
> > free speech rights under the First Amendment and is a cornerstone of the
> > creativity and innovation that is a hallmark of this country. Consumer
> > rights in the digital age are not frivolous."
> > - Maura Corbett
> >

After the most recent Microsoft updates installed, the keyboard display
magically reappeared. Strange, but true...


"LynneA" wrote:

> My keyboard display has gone blank too. I did a system restore back to
> mid-November with no luck. Also edited the Regional Settings as suggested
> with no luck. I'm stumped. Any help would be appreciated.

Viewsonic v1250S
Windows XP Professional Tablet PC Edition

I had been experiencing the same thing at about the same time from ovember
to present. And to date, I had to use System Restore to get things back to
normal and get back my tablet pc input panel back. However it's still blank,
but I am hopeful that it can be troubleshooted and corrected soon on a
cleaner machine.

My Anti-Spyware scan found 35 infected registry files identified as
Downloaders and Remote Control Software. I felt suspicous and went to
Control Panel/User Accounts and see if there was an additional user icon. I
found it and deleted it. I was able to save my documents on my CD Disk
whereas before, I was not able to do that.

I eliminated what I believe was the potential cause of my input panel being
blank, but I could be very wrong. For damage control I need to repair, or
redownload the tablet pc input panel if there is one. I need help badly. Is
there a download site for that?

Can you help me please?

Meghan-Louise


"Chris H" wrote:

> I've installed those exact same updates on three (maybe four) Tablet PCs
> here and haven't had the issue you're seeing. I would run a thorough
> antivirus scan of your system. BTW - You know running two different AV
> programs will hinder the computer more than giving it additional protection?
> They end up fighting over who has control, especially McAfee (or Norton).
> --
> Chris H.
> Microsoft Windows MVP/Tablet PC
> Tablet Creations - http://nicecreations.us/
> http://forums.mobilepcworld.net
> Associate Expert
> Expert Zone - www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone
>
> "Ted V" <TedV@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> news:92385AFA-9375-475E-A3A8-13E5C2E0F1BA@microsoft.com...
> >I tried that and it won't restore. I have been worried that my tablet might
> > have caught something, but McAfee and Defender are right up to date.
> >
> > "Chris H" wrote:
> >
> >> Use a Restore Point in System Restore from Nov. 21. That should fix it
> >> for
> >> you.
> >> --
> >> Chris H.
> >> Microsoft Windows MVP/Tablet PC
> >> Tablet Creations - http://nicecreations.us/
> >> http://forums.mobilepcworld.net
> >> Associate Expert
> >> Expert Zone - www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone
> >>
> >> "Ted V" <Ted V@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> >> news:E15093B6-85DF-4B3D-81BC-20DECE7E2633@microsoft.com...
> >> >I too am having what seems like the same problem. The TIP has the
> >> >handwriting
> >> > pages but when I try to click on the keyboard option, there is a blank
> >> > screen
> >> > where the keyboard use to be. It started on Nov. 22, right after a
> >> > Windows
> >> > update. I have also tried the same things and I have not had any luck.
> >> > I
> >> > am
> >> > running a Motion LE1600 Tablet, with XP Tablet 2005, SP2. The only
> >> > other
> >> > thing that I can think of is to reformat and reinstall the OS, but I
> >> > haven't
> >> > had the time to do so. I would be grateful for any help.
> >> > Thanks,
> >> > Ted
> >> >
> >> > "The poster formerly known as 'The Poster" wrote:
> >> >
> >> >> I have a tablet PC (HP Pavillion tx1000z) which has a blank onscreen
> >> >> keyboard at the login screen, when I press ctrl/alt/del, and when I
> >> >> enable the tablet pc input panel. I have googled the problem and
> >> >> tried
> >> >> the following:
> >> >>
> >> >> - I have made sure that the US keyboard is installed in regional and
> >> >> language options.
> >> >>
> >> >> - While in there, I also verified that
> >> >>
> >> >> Tablet PC Correction
> >> >> Tablet PC Correction for Windows Journal
> >> >> Tablet PC Text Insertion.
> >> >>
> >> >> show up under advanced text services.
> >> >>
> >> >> - I have tried registering (regsvr32) inkobj.dll and tpcps.dll from
> >> >> the
> >> >> c:\program files\common files\microsoft shared\ink directory in the
> >> >> commend prompt.
> >> >>
> >> >> - I have uninstalled the tablet PC experience pack from Microsoft.
> >> >>
> >> >> - I have uninstalled, rebooted, reinstalled, and updated dot net
> >> >> framework.
> >> >>
> >> >> - I do not and never had tweak xp installed as I understand the xmouse
> >> >> component could sometimes cause this problem.
> >> >>
> >> >> - I also understand that installing sp2 could cause this problem, but
> >> >> this install of tablet pc edition already has sp2 integrated so I
> >> >> don't
> >> >> think that is the problem.
> >> >>
> >> >> I have found but not tried the fix at the link below:
> >> >> http://groups.google.com/group/micro...dows.tabletpc/
> >> >> browse_thread/thread/7c18130bb21983f7/3dd7a12e2f64c865?hl=en&lnk=
> >> >> st&q=on+screen+keyboard+blank+problem+tablet+pc+ed ition#3dd7a12e2f64c865
> >> >>
> >> >> I'm not too sure I understand it because it looks like directions from
> >> >> a
> >> >> developer. If anyone can shed some light on the above procedure it
> >> >> would be much appreciated.
> >> >>
> >> >> Otherwise, I'm open to trying anything I have not yet tried to fix
> >> >> this
> >> >> problem.
> >> >>
> >> >> I am running XP tablet PC edition 2005 with SP2 and all critical
> >> >> security updates installed.
> >> >>
> >> >> Thanks.
> >> >>
> >> >> --
> >> >> "Fair use is not merely a nice concept--it is a federal law based on
> >> >> free speech rights under the First Amendment and is a cornerstone of
> >> >> the
> >> >> creativity and innovation that is a hallmark of this country.
> >> >> Consumer
> >> >> rights in the digital age are not frivolous."
> >> >> - Maura Corbett
> >> >>
> >>
>

I think I found it. I tried to install another program and it wouldn't work.
I talked to the company that made the program and they weren't sure, but
asked me to check a file in the .Net folders. I figured that I would do a
repair the install, but it wouldn't. So, I removed .Net Version 2 and
downloaded a new copy from Microsoft. I reinstalled the .Net package and the
program started to work. What does this have to do with the TIP? Low and
behold, the next time I rebooted, the on screen TIP keyboard was back!!!!! It
looks like the .Net files had gotten corrupted in some whay. I don't know if
it had to do with the Windows Update or not, but seeing as it failed on the
reboot from the update, I am wondering. Things that make you go Hmmmmmm......

"Meghan-Louise" wrote:

> Viewsonic v1250S
> Windows XP Professional Tablet PC Edition
>
> I had been experiencing the same thing at about the same time from ovember
> to present. And to date, I had to use System Restore to get things back to
> normal and get back my tablet pc input panel back. However it's still blank,
> but I am hopeful that it can be troubleshooted and corrected soon on a
> cleaner machine.
>
> My Anti-Spyware scan found 35 infected registry files identified as
> Downloaders and Remote Control Software. I felt suspicous and went to
> Control Panel/User Accounts and see if there was an additional user icon. I
> found it and deleted it. I was able to save my documents on my CD Disk
> whereas before, I was not able to do that.
>
> I eliminated what I believe was the potential cause of my input panel being
> blank, but I could be very wrong. For damage control I need to repair, or
> redownload the tablet pc input panel if there is one. I need help badly. Is
> there a download site for that?
>
> Can you help me please?
>
> Meghan-Louise
>
>
> "Chris H" wrote:
>
> > I've installed those exact same updates on three (maybe four) Tablet PCs
> > here and haven't had the issue you're seeing. I would run a thorough
> > antivirus scan of your system. BTW - You know running two different AV
> > programs will hinder the computer more than giving it additional protection?
> > They end up fighting over who has control, especially McAfee (or Norton).
> > --
> > Chris H.
> > Microsoft Windows MVP/Tablet PC
> > Tablet Creations - http://nicecreations.us/
> > http://forums.mobilepcworld.net
> > Associate Expert
> > Expert Zone - www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone
> >
> > "Ted V" <TedV@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > news:92385AFA-9375-475E-A3A8-13E5C2E0F1BA@microsoft.com...
> > >I tried that and it won't restore. I have been worried that my tablet might
> > > have caught something, but McAfee and Defender are right up to date.
> > >
> > > "Chris H" wrote:
> > >
> > >> Use a Restore Point in System Restore from Nov. 21. That should fix it
> > >> for
> > >> you.
> > >> --
> > >> Chris H.
> > >> Microsoft Windows MVP/Tablet PC
> > >> Tablet Creations - http://nicecreations.us/
> > >> http://forums.mobilepcworld.net
> > >> Associate Expert
> > >> Expert Zone - www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/expertzone
> > >>
> > >> "Ted V" <Ted V@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message
> > >> news:E15093B6-85DF-4B3D-81BC-20DECE7E2633@microsoft.com...
> > >> >I too am having what seems like the same problem. The TIP has the
> > >> >handwriting
> > >> > pages but when I try to click on the keyboard option, there is a blank
> > >> > screen
> > >> > where the keyboard use to be. It started on Nov. 22, right after a
> > >> > Windows
> > >> > update. I have also tried the same things and I have not had any luck.
> > >> > I
> > >> > am
> > >> > running a Motion LE1600 Tablet, with XP Tablet 2005, SP2. The only
> > >> > other
> > >> > thing that I can think of is to reformat and reinstall the OS, but I
> > >> > haven't
> > >> > had the time to do so. I would be grateful for any help.
> > >> > Thanks,
> > >> > Ted
> > >> >
> > >> > "The poster formerly known as 'The Poster" wrote:
> > >> >
> > >> >> I have a tablet PC (HP Pavillion tx1000z) which has a blank onscreen
> > >> >> keyboard at the login screen, when I press ctrl/alt/del, and when I
> > >> >> enable the tablet pc input panel. I have googled the problem and
> > >> >> tried
> > >> >> the following:
> > >> >>
> > >> >> - I have made sure that the US keyboard is installed in regional and
> > >> >> language options.
> > >> >>
> > >> >> - While in there, I also verified that
> > >> >>
> > >> >> Tablet PC Correction
> > >> >> Tablet PC Correction for Windows Journal
> > >> >> Tablet PC Text Insertion.
> > >> >>
> > >> >> show up under advanced text services.
> > >> >>
> > >> >> - I have tried registering (regsvr32) inkobj.dll and tpcps.dll from
> > >> >> the
> > >> >> c:\program files\common files\microsoft shared\ink directory in the
> > >> >> commend prompt.
> > >> >>
> > >> >> - I have uninstalled the tablet PC experience pack from Microsoft.
> > >> >>
> > >> >> - I have uninstalled, rebooted, reinstalled, and updated dot net
> > >> >> framework.
> > >> >>
> > >> >> - I do not and never had tweak xp installed as I understand the xmouse
> > >> >> component could sometimes cause this problem.
> > >> >>
> > >> >> - I also understand that installing sp2 could cause this problem, but
> > >> >> this install of tablet pc edition already has sp2 integrated so I
> > >> >> don't
> > >> >> think that is the problem.
> > >> >>
> > >> >> I have found but not tried the fix at the link below:
> > >> >> http://groups.google.com/group/micro...dows.tabletpc/
> > >> >> browse_thread/thread/7c18130bb21983f7/3dd7a12e2f64c865?hl=en&lnk=
> > >> >> st&q=on+screen+keyboard+blank+problem+tablet+pc+ed ition#3dd7a12e2f64c865
> > >> >>
> > >> >> I'm not too sure I understand it because it looks like directions from
> > >> >> a
> > >> >> developer. If anyone can shed some light on the above procedure it
> > >> >> would be much appreciated.
> > >> >>
> > >> >> Otherwise, I'm open to trying anything I have not yet tried to fix
> > >> >> this
> > >> >> problem.
> > >> >>
> > >> >> I am running XP tablet PC edition 2005 with SP2 and all critical
> > >> >> security updates installed.
> > >> >>
> > >> >> Thanks.
> > >> >>
> > >> >> --
> > >> >> "Fair use is not merely a nice concept--it is a federal law based on
> > >> >> free speech rights under the First Amendment and is a cornerstone of
> > >> >> the
> > >> >> creativity and innovation that is a hallmark of this country.
> > >> >> Consumer
> > >> >> rights in the digital age are not frivolous."
> > >> >> - Maura Corbett
> > >> >>
> > >>
> >

I think I found it. I tried to install another program and it wouldn't work.
I talked to the company that made the program and they weren't sure, but
asked me to check a file in the .Net folders. I figured that I would do a
repair the install, but it wouldn't. So, I removed .Net Version 2 and
downloaded a new copy from Microsoft. I reinstalled the .Net package and the
program started to work. What does this have to do with the TIP? Low and
behold, the next time I rebooted, the on screen TIP keyboard was back!!!!! It
looks like the .Net files had gotten corrupted in some whay. I don't know if
it had to do with the Windows Update or not, but seeing as it failed on the
reboot from the update, I am wondering. Things that make you go Hmmmmmm......

"LynneA" wrote:

> After the most recent Microsoft updates installed, the keyboard display
> magically reappeared. Strange, but true...
>
>
> "LynneA" wrote:
>
> > My keyboard display has gone blank too. I did a system restore back to
> > mid-November with no luck. Also edited the Regional Settings as suggested
> > with no luck. I'm stumped. Any help would be appreciated.
>