Cintiq Companion performance varies by configuration. Please check your processing needs and select the right one for you.
FAQ
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Wacom chose Windows 8 operating system for the Cintiq Companion since it is designed for touch. Windows® 7 doesn’t fully support touch capabilities. Apple OS X does not run on these devices. Apple... more
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The battery warranty is one year.
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The decision depends on your individual needs. Each configuration has been developed to support various use cases. On Wacom.com there are detailed explanations and comparisons of all configurations.... more
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In most countries, the Cintiq Companion is available directly from the Wacom eStore and selected retail partners. more
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Wacom has a history of developing products that meet the needs of its customers, and we received large amounts of customer feedback asking us to develop a portable professional Cintiq. Our customers... more
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The Cintiq Companion was designed specifically for artists and other digital content creators. As such, it has some unique features not found on the MS Surface Pro or other tablets: · ... more
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Compared to UltrabookTM laptops similarly equipped with 8 GB memory, 512 GB solid state drive, a 13.3” multi-touch screen and a professional stylus, the Cintiq Companion compares very favourably. For... more
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Wacom works very hard to keep Cintiq products affordable. However, they are a number of reasons why Cintiqs may seem more expensive than standard tablet PCs. · ... more
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In the rare event that the Cintiq Companion crashes, you can reinstall Windows 8: 1. Select “Settings” 2. Select “Change PC settings”. 3. Select whether you want to refresh... more
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The Cintiq Companion has been designed and tested for Windows 8.1 Technically, Microsoft allows Windows 8 Pro to be downgraded to Windows® 7 Pro without charge. Customers may do this by themselves,... more
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To prevent yourself from accidentally turning off the Cintiq Companion, adjust the settings for the power button: · From the home screen, swipe upwards to... more
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The Cintiq Companion is equipped with an ambient light sensor. If the ambient light in your location changes, the screen brightness will adjust to compensate. Sometimes your hand moving across the... more
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Yes, the version of Windows 8 is fully legal and can be activated by: Activate the “Charms” menu by swiping in from the right Touch “Change PC Settings” Touch “Activate Windows”... more
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Many factors influence how much use time you get out of a battery charge. Here are some of variables you can change: · The display is one of the highest... more
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In some instances, the Cintiq Companion 2 is identified by Windows as the default audio device. If you lose the sound on your PC after installing the Cintiq Companion 2, simply follow these steps to... more
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Use the Wacom Display Settings Utility. You can also launch it from the Wacom Desktop Center.
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Each of the four possible tablet orientations requires a separate pen calibration. The first time you change orientations you will be presented with a calibration screen. If you have dismissed the... more
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Yes. The Cintiq Companion has a mini DisplayPort and SuperSpeed USB 3.0 ports, so you can easily connect to other devices including a desktop Cintiq such as the Cintiq 27QHD. You may need an... more
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Both the Cintiq Companion and Cintiq Companion 2 are designed for professional creatives and offer the Wacom pen and touch experience on a powerful LCD display. They are streamlined for productivity... more