HP iPAQ
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Table of contents HP iPAQ Product Information Guide Welcome .............................................................................................................................................. 1 Box Contents ........................................................................................................................................ 2 Components .........................................................................................................................................
Resetting Your HP iPAQ .................................................................................................................... 25 Performing a Soft Reset .................................................................................................... 25 Performing a Factory Reset ............................................................................................... 26 Entertainment .....................................................................................................
Frequently Asked Questions .............................................................................................................. 41 Finding More Information ................................................................................................................... 42 Index ...................................................................................................................................................................
HP iPAQ Product Information Guide CAUTION Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information. Welcome Thank you for purchasing the HP iPAQ Travel Companion. This guide has been designed to help you begin using your device quickly. For more detailed information, please refer to the Finding More Information section.
Box Contents This illustration depicts the items that come in the box with the Travel Companion. Use this illustration to become more familiar with the device. NOTE Box contents vary by model.
Components NOTE Not all models or features are available in all regions. Top Components Component Function (1) Reset Button Press to perform a soft reset of the Travel Companion. (2) Record Button Press to record voice or sound. (3) SD Slot Insert a Secure Digital (SD) storage card for data storage or a Secure Digital Input/Output card (SDIO) card to extend the functionality of the Travel Companion.
Front Components Component Function (1) Start Menu Button Press to open the Start menu. (2) OK Button Press to close the current window or exit the current application.
Back Components Component Function (1) Speaker Use the speaker to get spoken navigation instructions. (2) Battery Cover Release Button Press to remove the battery cover. (3) Battery Cover Remove to install or remove the battery. (4) Stylus Use to input information. Slide out to remove the stylus. Slide in to replace the stylus.
Left and Right Side Components Component Function (1) MMCX External Antenna Port Connects to 3V active external GPS antenna. (2) Charging/Communications Port Connects to mini-USB synchronization cable. (3) Headset Connector Plug a headset into this connector to listen to music. (4) Stylus Use to input information. Slide out to remove the stylus. Slide in to replace the stylus. (5) Internal WLAN Antenna* Allows connection to wireless networks.
Getting Started CD Contents The Getting Started CD includes: ● Microsoft ActiveSync 4.1 or later ● Microsoft Outlook 2002 ● Additional Product Information ● Important Safety Information ● WorldMate Active Sync Plug-in ● HP Photosmart Premier ● Additional software for the Travel Companion and personal computer All software and documents are designed to be installed on a personal computer to enable use of the Travel Companion to its full potential.
Navigation Quick Start The Travel Companion can be used as a GPS navigation system right out of the box. The sections that follow provide instruction to prepare and use the Travel Companion immediately after purchase. CAUTION Drive with due care and attention when using the Travel Companion for navigation. Installing the Battery The battery provides power for the Travel Companion to operate.
5. Replace the cover by first laying the cover on the battery compartment opening, aligning the tabs, and then sliding the cover until it locks into place. Do not attempt to insert the battery cover tabs into the compartment slots without first placing the cover onto the compartment and sliding it closed. Powering On and Setting Up The first time you turn on the Travel Companion, follow the on-screen set up instructions.
HP Quick Launch is configured by default to be the home screen of the Travel Companion. Switch to use the Today screen as the home screen by tapping Menu > Settings and clearing the check boxes. You can also access the Today screen from the Start menu. You can also configure Quick Launch by tapping Menu > Settings and: ● Selecting Launch On Reset to automatically start Quick Launch every time the device is soft reset.
2. Attach the power cable to the clips on the back of the Travel Companion holder. Be sure to leave enough cable to plug into the Travel Companion, and that the connector is turned the correct way to plug into the unit. 3. Install the holder onto the windshield mounting bracket. 4. Place the car kit assembly onto the windshield (1), and then press the locking lever (2) to securely mount the assembly into place.
5. 6. To install the Travel Companion: a. Insert the Travel Companion into the mounted car kit holder (1). b. Insert the securing clip into the slot on the top of the Travel Companion (2). c. Plug the power cable into the Travel Companion (3). Use the knobs to adjust the vertical and horizontal orientation of the Travel Companion.
Using TomTom Navigator 6 For more detailed information about TomTom Navigator 6, see the TomTom user guide on the Getting Started CD. CAUTION Drive with due care and attention when using the Travel Companion for navigation. Navigating to Destinations NOTE TomTom Navigator 6 must first locate its current position before it can plan a route. To plan a route: 1. With TomTom open, tap the screen to display the main menu. 2. Tap Navigate to. There are several options to navigate to.
Navigate to: Tap to start planning a route. Find alternative: Tap if you want to avoid part of the route, travel by way of a specific location, or calculate an alternative route. TomTom Traffic: Tap to access information about the traffic along your route. TomTom Traffic is not available in all countries. Add favorite: Tap to create a Favorite, which may be a favored location, or a frequently visited location. Change preferences: Tap to open the Preferences menu and change the way TomTom behaves.
● Safety preferences: Tap to set the safety preferences such as the safety lock. When you enable the safety lock, you cannot access all buttons and features of TomTom while driving. ● Change voice: Tap change the voice that provides spoken instructions. ● Tap the arrow to open the next page of buttons. Points of Interest (POI) Points of Interest or POIs are useful locations on the map.
Travel Tools WorldMate Standard Edition The Travel Companion comes preinstalled with WorldMate Standard Edition. This travel assistant provides a host of tools that aid in travel planning.
Step 1: Charge the battery CAUTION To avoid damaging the Travel Companion or the AC adapter, be sure all connectors are properly aligned before connecting. It takes approximately 2 to 4 hours to fully charge the battery the first time. Subsequent charges may take longer. 1. Insert the USB end of the mini-USB cable into the port on the AC adapter. 2. Install the appropriate head onto the AC adapter. 3. Connect the AC adapter to an electrical outlet. 4.
Use Microsoft ActiveSync to: ● Synchronize information between your HP iPAQ and up to two computers or one server so that the latest information is in all locations. ● Change synchronization settings and the synchronization schedule. ● Copy files between your HP iPAQ and computer. ● Install applications on your HP iPAQ. ● Synchronize links. ● Send and receive e-mail. ● Request meetings.
Troubleshooting Help for Synchronization Issues Following is a list of symptoms that may indicate synchronization issues are occurring: ● No ActiveSync chimes sound (or a gray icon displays), and there is no activity in the ActiveSync window on your personal computer. ● ActiveSync chimes sound, and the ActiveSync icon on your personal computer changes to a swirling green icon.
● On your personal computer, in ActiveSync, select File > Connection Settings. Confirm that USB is selected as a connection method. ● Connect your HP iPAQ to a different USB port on your personal computer. ● Check your mini-USB synchronization cable. Consider using another mini-USB synchronization cable if one is available. ● Try synchronizing via a Bluetooth connection. ● Restart your personal computer and perform a soft reset on your HP iPAQ.
4. On the Hint tab, enter a phrase to help you remember your password. Be sure that your hint doesn't allow others to guess your password. The hint is displayed after the wrong password is entered five times. 5. When prompted, tap OK. The next time your HP iPAQ is unused for the specified amount of time, you are prompted to enter your password. Tip Use the same steps as above to change or reset your password. Today Screen Access the Today screen by tapping Start > Today.
Icon Status Microsoft ActiveSync is synchronizing. Speaker is on. Speaker is off (or in mute position). Battery power is low. Battery power is very low. E-mail has been received. Instant messages received. iPAQ Wireless Tap Start > iPAQ Wireless or tap the iPAQ Wireless icon on the Today screen to launch iPAQ Wireless, which provides a control center to turn WLAN and Bluetooth on and off, and to configure their settings. The GPS software controls the GPS receiver. Icon Status WLAN is on.
*WLAN is available on rx5900 series models only. The iPAQ Wireless screen has two power buttons to turn wireless features on and off. The WLAN and Bluetooth tabs allow you to access each wireless activity individually. Configure wireless connections by tapping View WLAN Networks on the WLAN tab or Bluetooth Settings on the Bluetooth tab. Checking the Battery Charge Level To monitor the battery power, tap either the Battery icon on the TodayPanel Lite or tap Start > Settings > System tab > Power.
Text Input Method Definition Block Recognizer Use a single stroke to write letters, numbers, symbols, and punctuation that are then converted into typed text. Perform gestures to enter Return and Backspace. Keyboard Tap keys on the on-screen keyboard displayed on the screen to enter text. Letter Recognizer Write individual letters, numbers, and punctuation that are converted into typed text.
NOTE Enlarge the keys even more by selecting the Use gestures for the following keys check box. Fewer keys appear on the keyboard, but you can do gestures for Space, Backspace, Enter, and Shift+key. Entering Text Using Letter Recognizer NOTE Some text entry methods are not supported in all languages. In addition, some languages may support alternate text entry methods. 1. From any program, tap the Input Selector arrow, and then Letter Recognizer. 2.
NOTE Be sure to close all running applications before performing a soft reset. To perform a soft reset: 1. Locate the recessed Reset button on your HP iPAQ. 2. Use the stylus to lightly press the Reset button. The HP iPAQ restarts and displays the HP QuickStart Tour. Performing a Factory Reset A factory reset clears all user-installed settings, programs, and data, and restores your HP iPAQ to factory settings. To perform a factory reset and return your HP iPAQ to factory settings: 1.
With this new version: ● Sync music, playlists, videos, and recorded TV to your HP iPAQ for easy enjoyment on the go. ● Automatically convert video and recorded TV during sync to an optimized and size reduced format for better viewing on your HP iPAQ. ● Manually select digital media to sync to your HP iPAQ, or automatically sync to your HP iPAQ each time you connect, based on your preferences. ● New music subscription services enable you to pay a monthly fee and download all the music you want.
Updating a Library In most cases, Windows Media Player 10 Mobile automatically updates your libraries as necessary. However, you can manually update a library to ensure that it has links to any new files that you might have recently copied to your HP iPAQ or a removable storage card. 1. If you are not already on the Library screen, tap Menu > Library. 2. On the Library screen, tap Menu > Update Library. 3. Wait for the files to be added, and then tap Done.
4. Tap E-mail Attachment. 5. Tap the Reduce sent photo size to check box and select the reduction percentage desired. 6. Tap Next. 7. Enter the appropriate e-mail address or use Contacts by tapping Menu > Add Recipient. 8. Enter other appropriate information, such as an e-mail title and message. 9. Tap Send. Viewing a Slideshow To view a slideshow: 1. Tap Start > Programs > Photosmart Mobile. 2. Tap the slideshow icon at the bottom of the screen. 3.
3. Tap Menu > Edit. 4. Tap Menu > Remove Picture. Assign a Picture to the Today Screen Background You can set the Today screen background to display a picture. To assign a picture to the Today screen background: 1. Tap Start > Programs > Photosmart Mobile. 2. Tap the thumbnail. 3. Tap Menu > Assign To > Today Background.
You can display appointments on the Today screen. If you use Outlook on your personal computer, you can synchronize appointments between your HP iPAQ and computer. You can also set Calendar to remind you of appointments with a sound or flashing LED. You can look at your appointments in various views (Day, Week, Month, and Agenda). To see detailed appointment information in any view, tap the appointment. You can also change the Calendar view.
Tip To have the time entered automatically in Day view, tap the time slot for the new appointment, and tap Menu > New Appointment. Sending a Meeting Request Use Calendar to schedule meetings via e-mail with contacts who use Outlook or Outlook Mobile. To send a meeting request: 1. Tap Start > Calendar. 2. Schedule a new appointment, or open an existing one and tap Edit. 3. Tap Attendees. 4. Tap the name of the contact to invite. 5. To invite additional attendees, tap Add and the tap the name. 6.
If most of the contacts you create have phone numbers that begin with the same area code, in Contacts, tap Menu > Options and enter that area code in the Area code box. For more information about creating contacts, tap Start > Help on your HP iPAQ. Finding a Contact To find a contact on a long list: 1. Tap Start > Contacts. 2. If you are not in Name view, tap Menu > View By > Name. 3.
E-mail Different Ways to Access E-mail Messages When using Messaging, you can send and receive e-mail messages several ways: ● Synchronize Outlook e-mail with your personal computer Tap Start > Messaging to use your Outlook e-mail address. ● Microsoft Exchange 2003 Exchange enables you to wirelessly synchronize your Inbox, Calendar, and Contacts to remotely check appointments and other information. For more information about Exchange, contact your IT administrator.
6. Enter your name, password, and domain, and then tap Next. 7. Select the Save password text box if you want to enable automatic sync. 8. To change the rules for resolving synchronization conflicts, tap Advanced. 9. Select the check boxes for the types of information items that you want to synchronize with Exchange Server. 10. To change available synchronization settings, select the type of information and tap Settings. 11. Tap Finish.
NOTE You can set up several e-mail accounts in addition to your Outlook E-mail account. You cannot add a new account while connected. Tap Menu > Stop Send/Receive to disconnect. Composing and Sending Outlook E-mail Messages To compose and send a message: 1. Tap Start > Messaging. Outlook E-mail is displayed. 2. Tap New. An Outlook E-mail text box is displayed. 3. Enter the e-mail address or phone number of one or more recipients, separating them with a semicolon.
Before connecting to the Internet, setting up a wireless connection or network card, obtain the following: ● Internet Service Provider (ISP) or wireless service provider ● ISP server phone number or access point ● User name and password To access Internet Explorer Mobile, tap Start > Internet Explorer. Word Mobile You can create and edit documents and templates in Word Mobile. You can also save the documents and templates as .doc, .rtf, .txt, and .dot files.
NOTE Slide shows created in *.ppt or *.pps format with PowerPoint ‘97 and later can be viewed on your device. PowerPoint features that are not supported on your HP iPAQ include: ● Notes: Notes written for slides are not visible. ● Rearranging or editing slides: PowerPoint Mobile is a viewer only. To access PowerPoint Mobile, tap Start > Programs > PowerPoint Mobile. WLAN NOTE WLAN is available on rx5900 series models only.
Searching for WLAN Networks to Access Networks that have been already configured are preferred networks. Choose whether to connect only to preferred networks or to have your HP iPAQ search for and connect to any available network (preferred or not). 1. Tap Start > Today > iPAQ Wireless. 2. Tap the WLAN icon to turn on WLAN. 3. Tap View WLAN Networks. 4. In the Networks to access box, tap the type of network to connect to (All Available, Only access points, or Only computer-to-computer). 5.
For more information, refer to Additional Product Information located on the Getting Started CD. Turning Bluetooth On or Off To turn on Bluetooth: 1. Tap Start > Today > iPAQ Wireless. 2. On the iPAQ Wireless screen, tap the Bluetooth icon. When Bluetooth is turned on, the wireless LED on your HP iPAQ flashes blue. To turn off Bluetooth, tap the Bluetooth icon again. When Bluetooth is turned off, the Bluetooth LED turns off and no incoming or outgoing Bluetooth connections are possible.
Obtaining Services for a Cracked or Damaged Screen NOTE HP is not responsible for damage that occurs as a result of failure to follow the instructions that came with the HP branded product. Refer to the warranty document included with your HP iPAQ for more information. If you have a nonwarranty event occur such as a damaged or cracked screen and want your device repaired, contact HP Customer Support at www.hp.com/support for service.
Finding More Information For information on… See this source… Using your HP iPAQ Additional Product Information on the Getting Started CD. Connecting to and synchronizing with a computer ActiveSync Help on your computer. To view Help, start ActiveSync, then click Help > Microsoft ActiveSync Help. Troubleshooting on ActiveSync connections ActiveSync Troubleshooting on your computer. From ActiveSync, click Help > Microsoft ActiveSync Help > Troubleshooting.
Index A antenna port 6 Appointments 31 B Battery checking charge level 23 light bulb icon 23 saving tips 23 battery installing 8 location 8 battery cover 5 Block Recognizer 24 Bluetooth LED 40 partnerships 40 technology 39 turning on/off 40 box contents 2 C Calendar appointments 31 Today screen 30 today's agenda 31 view 31 car kit 2, 10 case 2 charging port 6 Command bar, icons 21 communications port 6 component illustrations back 5 front 4 side 6 top 3 Connections Bluetooth 39 WLAN 38 Contacts adding pic
L LED 6 Letter Recognizer 25 Protecting the HP iPAQ screen reducing damage risks 40 routine care 40 M Messaging & Security Feature Pack (MSFP) with Microsoft Exchange 2003 Servic Pack 2 34 microphone 6 Microsoft ActiveSync 17 Microsoft Exchange Server 34 Microsoft programs Excel Mobile 37 Internet Explorer Mobile 36 PowerPoint Mobile 37 Word Mobile 37 Mini-USB synchronization cable 18 mini-USB synchronization/power cable 2 Mobile Office Calendar 30 Contacts 32 E-mail 34 Tasks 33 Model number, location 20
