User’s Guide hp iPAQ Pocket PC h1900 series Models: h1930, h1935, h1937, h1940, h1945 (Not all models are available in all regions) Document Part Number: 337112-001 May 2003
© 2003 Hewlett-Packard Company © 2003 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. HP, Hewlett Packard, and the Hewlett-Packard logo are trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company in the U.S. and other countries. iPAQ is a trademark of Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P. in the U.S. and other countries. Microsoft, Windows, the Windows logo, Outlook, and ActiveSync are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and other countries. hp iPAQ Pocket PC is Powered by Microsoft® Windows®.
Contents 1 Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC Using the Stylus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–5 Setting the Date and Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6 Setting the Time for Home and Locations You Are Visiting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6 Setting the Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7 Entering Owner Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Removing the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Preserving Battery Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing the Backlight Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manually Monitoring the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–5 3–6 3–7 3–7 3–8 4 Learning the Basics Using the Today Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Viewing the Content of Memory Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–4 7 Connecting to the Internet Connecting to a Private Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Synchronizing Links . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Entering an Internet Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using a Favorites List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–2 7–2 7–3 7–4 8 Using Bluetooth Getting Acquainted with Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Using Business Card Exchange. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting Up Your Business Card Information. . . . . . Opening a Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewing Connection Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Closing a Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewing Connection Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Working with Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Operating Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents viii User’s Guide
1 Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC Congratulations on purchasing an HP iPAQ Pocket PC h1900 Series. Use this guide to find out about setting up your Pocket PC and to learn about how it works. The software programs described below are preinstalled on your iPAQ Pocket PC. These preinstalled programs are not deleted if your Pocket PC loses power. You can find detailed information for using these programs in the Help files on your iPAQ Pocket PC.
Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC hp iPAQ Software iPAQ Backup Functions Back up your data to protect it from loss due to hardware failure, battery power failure, or accidental deletion. ✎ iPAQ Image Viewer Trial version on CD for h1930 series. Full version pre-installed for h1940 series. Display individual images and run slide shows. Also display images from a digital camera SD storage card. ✎ Full version on CD for h1930 series. Full version pre-installed for h1940 series.
Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC Microsoft Pocket PC Software Functions ActiveSync Synchronize the information between your Pocket PC and personal computer so you have the latest information in both locations. Be sure you install ActiveSync on both your Pocket PC and personal computer. Calculator Perform calculations and convert currency. Calendar Schedule appointments, meetings, and other events, and set an alarm to remind you of the appointments.
Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC Microsoft Pocket PC Software Functions Pocket Word Create new documents or view and edit Word documents created on your personal computer. Settings Obtain quick instructions for setting the backlight, clock, contrast, memory, power, regional settings, Today screen, password, sounds and notifications, etc. Tasks Keep track of your to-do list. Terminal Services Client Use programs available on your personal computer from your Pocket PC.
Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC Using the Stylus Your iPAQ Pocket PC comes with a stylus that you should use to tap or write on your screen. Ä CAUTION: To prevent damage to your iPAQ Pocket PC screen, never use any device other than the stylus that comes with the Pocket PC or an approved replacement to tap or write on the screen. If you lose or break your stylus, you can order extras at www.hp.com/products/pocketpc/options.
Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC Setting the Date and Time When you turn on your iPAQ Pocket PC for the first time, you are requested to select your time zone. After setting the time zone, you still need to set the time and date on your unit. All three settings are located in the Clock Settings screen and can be set at the same time. default, the time on the iPAQ Pocket PC is synchronized with ✎ By your personal computer each time the two devices connect using ActiveSync.
Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC Setting the Date 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings > System tab > Clock icon. SHORTCUT: From the Today screen, tap the Clock icon to set the date. 2. Tap the down arrow by the date. 3. Tap the left or right arrow to select a month and year. 4. Tap a day. 5. Tap OK. 6. Tap Yes to save the date settings. You need to reset your time zone, time, and date if: ■ The location time (Home or Visiting) needs to be changed.
Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC 3. Tap the Tab key on the keyboard to move the cursor to the next field. 4. Continue entering whatever information you want to include. 5. To display owner information at startup, tap in the Show information when device is turned on checkbox. 6. Tap on the Notes tab to enter any notes. 7. Tap OK to save the information and return to the Today screen. Resetting the Unit Performing a Normal Reset A normal reset is sometimes referred to as a “soft reset.
Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC Performing a Full Reset A full reset is sometimes referred to as a “hard reset.” Perform a full reset when you want to clear all settings, programs, and data from RAM. Ä CAUTION: If you perform a full reset, your iPAQ Pocket PC returns to its default settings and loses all information that is not recorded in iPAQ File Storage. To perform a full reset: 1. Press and hold the Power button. 2. Press the Reset button on the side of the iPAQ Pocket PC with the Stylus. 3.
Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC Aligning the Screen When the iPAQ Pocket PC is turned on for the first time, you are guided through a screen alignment process. You must realign your screen if: ■ The Pocket PC does not respond accurately to your taps. ■ You perform a full reset of your Pocket PC. To realign the iPAQ Pocket PC screen: 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings > System tab > Screen icon. 2. Tap the Align Screen button.
Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC Ä ■ Avoid exposing your Pocket PC to direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light for extended periods of time. ■ Avoid scratching the surface of the screen and banging it against hard objects. ■ Use only the stylus that comes with your Pocket PC or an approved replacement on the screen to prevent scratching it.
Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC 1–12 User’s Guide
2 Using ActiveSync You can use Microsoft ActiveSync to: ■ Synchronize information between your iPAQ Pocket PC and your personal computer or server so that you have the latest information in all locations. ■ Change synchronization settings and the synchronization schedule. ■ Copy files between your device and personal computer. ■ Install applications on your iPAQ Pocket PC. ■ Back up and restore device information. ■ Synchronize links. ■ Send and receive e-mail. ■ Request meetings.
Using ActiveSync Connecting to a Computer Connect your iPAQ Pocket PC to your personal computer using Microsoft ActiveSync and the USB Synchronization Cable, a wireless infrared connection, or Bluetooth. For more information on using ActiveSync with Bluetooth, refer to Chapter 8, “Using Bluetooth.” using Microsoft ActiveSync to synchronize e-mail on your ✎ When personal computer with your iPAQ Pocket PC, you must have Microsoft Outlook 98 or later installed on your personal computer.
Using ActiveSync you synchronize files, you can drag and drop the selected ✎ When files from your personal computer to the synchronized folder on your iPAQ Pocket PC. If you named your device “PC1” when you created your partnership, then the synchronized folder is named “PC1.” When you synchronize, the files move to your iPAQ Pocket PC. To install Microsoft ActiveSync on your personal computer: 1. Insert the Companion CD into the CD tray or slot on your personal computer. 2.
Using ActiveSync To set up an infrared connection to a computer: 1. Synchronize your iPAQ Pocket PC with your computer using the USB Synchronization Cable. 2. Follow your computer manufacturer’s instructions to install and set up an infrared port. 3. Remove the cable from the iPAQ Pocket PC and line up the infrared port with the computer infrared port so they are unobstructed and within 12 inches (30.5 cm) of each other. 4. Initiate a connection by tapping Start > ActiveSync > Tools > Connect via IR.
Using ActiveSync To change synchronization settings: 1. From the Start menu on your personal computer, click Programs > Microsoft ActiveSync > Tools > Options. a. On the Sync Options tab, select the files and information to synchronize with your personal computer. b. On the Schedule tab, select when your iPAQ Pocket PC synchronizes with your personal computer. c. On the Rules tab, determine how conflicts between information on your iPAQ Pocket PC and information on your personal computer are handled. 2.
Using ActiveSync 5. Locate the file to be moved. 6. Drag and drop your files between your iPAQ Pocket PC and your computer. ActiveSync converts the files so that they can be used by the Pocket Office applications, if necessary. your files directly into My Documents on your iPAQ ✎ Move Pocket PC (or into a folder inside My Documents), so the applications on your iPAQ Pocket PC can locate them. Installing Programs To install programs on your iPAQ Pocket PC from your personal computer using ActiveSync: 1.
Using ActiveSync Synchronizing Links You can synchronize links to Web sites from your Favorites list on your computer to view them offline with Pocket Internet Explorer. 1. From the Start menu on your computer, click Programs and double-click the Internet Explorer icon. 2. Click Favorites to see the list of links to your favorite Web sites. 3. To save a Web site link to Mobile Favorites, open the Web site, and click Create Mobile Favorite.
Using ActiveSync 2–8 User’s Guide
3 Managing the Battery Installing the Battery The Pocket PC has a small internal backup battery that allows you to change the main battery without losing RAM data (user-installed programs and data) as long as it is replaced immediately. It is recommended that you fully charge the iPAQ Pocket PC battery before setting up the unit, and recharge regularly. Your Pocket PC uses some power to maintain files in RAM and the clock.
Managing the Battery To install the removable/rechargeable battery: 1. Locate the battery. 2. On the back of the iPAQ Pocket PC, slide the Cover Release latch up 1 and pull the cover away from the unit 2 .
Managing the Battery 3. Insert the battery into the battery slot on the right side of the Pocket PC 1, and push the left side of the battery into place 2 with the connectors lined up on the lower right. the large battery label is visible when the battery is ✎ Ensure installed.
Managing the Battery 4. Replace the cover by matching the tabs on the cover to the latches on the iPAQ Pocket PC, and snap into place. Ä CAUTION: The cover must be tightly latched in place for the iPAQ Pocket PC to operate. the battery is not fully charged, you must connect the AC ✎ IfAdapter to the Pocket PC to fully charge it before continuing. It takes about four hours to fully charge the battery.
Managing the Battery Removing the Battery To remove the battery from the iPAQ Pocket PC, lift the left side of the battery and pull it out. Ä CAUTION: Because most of the applications and data you install on your iPAQ Pocket PC are held in memory (RAM), you need to reinstall them if the battery completely discharges or if the battery is removed from the unit for extended periods of time.
Managing the Battery Charging the Battery The standard AC Adapter works in any household outlet. You can also purchase one that works in your vehicle’s cigarette lighter or a 12-volt power outlet. Ä CAUTION: Use only HP recommended AC adapters. To charge the iPAQ Pocket PC using the AC Adapter: 1. Plug the AC Adapter into an electrical outlet. 2. Insert the AC Adapter plug into the charging adapter. 3. Insert the charging adapter into the bottom of the iPAQ Pocket PC. 4.
Managing the Battery Preserving Battery Time Changing the Backlight Settings To change the backlight settings in order to conserve more battery power: 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings > System tab > Backlight. 2.
Managing the Battery Manually Monitoring the Battery To manually monitor the battery power: 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings > System tab > Power icon. 2. Tap OK.
4 Learning the Basics Using the Today Screen When you first turn on your iPAQ Pocket PC, the Today screen displays. You can also display it by tapping Start, and Today. Use the Today screen to view: ■ Owner information ■ Upcoming appointments ■ Unread and unsent messages ■ Tasks that need to be completed Tap to switch to a program. Tap to set ISP or Work connections. Tap to change volume or mute all sounds. Tap to change date and time. Tap to set appointment or view existing appointment.
Learning the Basics Navigation Bar and Command Bar The Navigation bar is located at the top of the screen. It displays the active program and current time, and allows you to close screens. Use the Start menu to select a program. Tap to select a program you used recently. Bluetooth Manager (Bluetooth models only). Tap to select a program. Tap to see additional programs. Tap to customize the settings. Tap to view online Help. Bluetooth models only.
Learning the Basics Status Icons You may see the following status icons displayed on the Navigation bar or Command bar. Tap the icon on the screen to view more information related to the item. Active connection to personal computer. Inactive connection to personal computer. Microsoft ActiveSync is synchronizing. Speaker is on. Speaker is off. iPAQ Pocket PC is connected with the USB Synchronization Cable. This icon appears only when there is an active connection.
Learning the Basics Pop-Up Menus Pop-up menus allow you to quickly perform an action. Use the pop-up menu to cut, copy, rename, and delete an item, also send an e-mail or send a file to another device. To access a pop-up menu, tap and hold the stylus on the item on which you want to perform the action. When the menu appears, tap the desired action, or tap anywhere outside the menu to close it without performing an action. Tap and hold to display the pop-up menu. Tap the action you want.
Learning the Basics Creating information From the Today screen, you can create new information, including: ■ Appointments ■ Contacts ■ Messages ■ Excel Workbook ■ Notes ■ Tasks ■ Word documents 1. Tap , or from the Start menu, tap Today > New. 2. Tap an option to create a new item. 3. Tap OK after you finish creating a new item.
Learning the Basics Customizing the Today Screen From the Settings Today screen, you can: ■ Add a picture as the background. ■ Select the information you see. ■ Set the order of the information. ■ Set when to see the Today screen. 1. Tap , or from the Start menu, tap Settings > Today. 2. Select Use this picture as the background checkbox. 3. Tap Browse to select a picture from File Explorer.
Learning the Basics 4. Tap the Items tab to select or reorder the information on the Today screen. 5. Tap an item to highlight it. 6. Tap Move Up or Move Down to change the order of items on the Today screen. cannot change the placement of the Date on the Today ✎ You screen. 7. Tap the down arrow associated with Display Today screen if device is not used for...hours checkbox to determine how many hours must pass before the Today screen displays. 8. Tap OK.
Learning the Basics Using Programs Opening Programs Open any program on your iPAQ Pocket PC from the Start menu. ✎ You can also open a program by assigning it to a button. To open a program: 1. Tap Start > Programs. 2. Tap the desired program title or logo. (Your screen may differ by model.) n Minimizing Programs To minimize an open program, tap the X at the top right of the screen.
Learning the Basics Closing Programs Programs automatically close based on available memory. However, if your iPAQ Pocket PC is running slowly, you can close programs manually. 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings > System tab > Memory. 2. Tap Running Programs. (Your screen may differ by model.) 3. Tap Stop All or select a particular program and tap Stop. bring a currently running program to the foreground, tap ✎ ToActivate.
Learning the Basics Installing Programs Install programs on your iPAQ Pocket PC from your: ■ Personal computer by using Microsoft ActiveSync. ■ iPAQ Pocket PC if the program file has a .cab extension. ■ iPAQ Pocket PC or your computer by copying an program file that has an .exe or .cef extension. When installing programs, look for the correct version for your iPAQ model and Microsoft PPC 2003 Pro.
Learning the Basics Locating an Image 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs > iPAQ Image Viewer. 2. Tap the File tab and tap Look In. 3. Select a file and tap OK. Viewing Image Information You can view the image size and type, date taken and modified, color, and file size of an image. To view image information: 1. Locate an image and tap it to select it. 2. Tap View > Information Window. Changing the View By default, the Image Viewer opens displaying the images in the Thumbnail View.
Learning the Basics You can change the view to full screen by: ■ Double-tapping a thumbnail. ■ Tapping View > Full Screen. ■ Tapping the View Full Screen icon.
Learning the Basics To create a slide show: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs > iPAQ Image Viewer. 2. Tap Show > Set up Show... . 3. Select images for the show and modify any image settings. change settings for all images in the show, tap the Select All ✎ Tobutton. 4. Tap OK.
Learning the Basics Saving a Slide Show To save a slide show: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs > iPAQ Image Viewer. 2. Create a slide show. 3. Tap File and Save Show Settings or Save Show Settings As... . 4. Enter a name and the location where you want to save the settings. 5. Tap OK.
Learning the Basics Opening a Slide Show To open a slide show: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs > iPAQ Image Viewer. 2. Tap File, > Open Show Settings... . 3. Select a show setting. Sorting Image Files To sort image files: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs > iPAQ Image Viewer. 2. Tap Edit > Sort Images. 3. Select sort order. You can sort by ascending or descending Name, Type, Size, or Date.
Learning the Basics Viewing a Slide Show 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs > iPAQ Image Viewer. 2. Create or open an existing slide show. 3. Tap the Show tab and View Show. 4. Select a method for advancing the images in the show: Manual Advance, Automatic Advance, or Automatic Advance (Loop).
Learning the Basics Backing Up Information Use iPAQ Backup or Microsoft ActiveSync Backup to back up and restore information on your iPAQ Pocket PC. To help reduce the chance of losing information you should back up information on a regular schedule. Backup is installed in ROM on the iPAQ Pocket PC h1940 ✎ iPAQ Series and a trial version is contained on CD for the h1930 Series. You must install ActiveSync on your personal computer before using ActiveSync Backup.
Learning the Basics Backup/Restore Using ActiveSync Close all programs on your iPAQ Pocket PC before backing up or restoring your information. Ä CAUTION: Restoring your information replaces the current information on your iPAQ Pocket PC with the information saved in your backup. To backup/restore using ActiveSync: 1. Be sure the iPAQ Pocket PC is connected to your personal computer. 2. From your personal computer, open Microsoft ActiveSync. From the Start menu, click Programs > Microsoft ActiveSync. 3.
Learning the Basics To save to iPAQ File Store: 1. Copy the files to be saved to the iPAQ File Store folder. 2. From the Start menu, tap Programs > File Explorer > My Device > iPAQ File Store. 3. Paste the selected files. saving files to the iPAQ File Store folder, it is a good idea ✎ Before to determine how much memory is available in the folder. To view the amount of memory, from the Start menu, tap Settings > System > Memory > Storage Card tab.
Learning the Basics 4–20 User’s Guide
5 Learning Input Methods Ä CAUTION: To avoid damaging your iPAQ Pocket PC screen, always use a stylus. Never use a pen or any type of metal pointer on the screen. To input information to your Pocket PC, you can tap the keyboard or write with the Letter Recognizer, Microsoft Transcriber, or Block Recognizer in any application. You can use the stylus to draw and write on the screen in the Notes application and from any Notes tab in the Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks applications.
Learning Input Methods Changing Word Suggestion Options As you type or write, the Pocket PC suggests words for you in a box above the keyboard, Letter Recognizer, or Block Recognizer, but not in the Transcriber. You determine: ■ If words are suggested. ■ The number of letters you enter before a word is suggested. ■ The number of words that are suggested per entry. If you do not want any words suggested, remove the checkmark by tapping the checkbox next to Suggest Words When Entering Text.
Learning Input Methods 3. Tap the down arrow associated with letters and select the number of letters you want to type before a word is suggested. t 4. Tap the down arrow associated with words and select the number of words you want suggested. 5. Tap OK.
Learning Input Methods Using the On-Screen Keyboard Use the stylus to tap letters, numbers, and symbols on the on-screen keyboard to enter typed text directly onto the screen. 1. From any application, tap the up arrow next to the Input Panel icon. ✎ The Transcriber option is not available on all models. 2. Tap Keyboard to display a keyboard on the screen. ✎ To see symbols, tap the 123 or Shift key. 3. Tap a letter, symbol, or number to enter information. 4. Tap OK.
Learning Input Methods Writing with the Stylus and the Letter Recognizer Use the stylus and Letter Recognizer to write letters, numbers, and symbols on the screen. Create words and sentences by writing in uppercase (ABC), lowercase (abc), and symbols (123) as instructed here. To write with the stylus and Letter Recognizer: 1. From any application, tap the up arrow next to the Input Panel icon. 2. Tap Letter Recognizer. 3. Write a letter or symbol between the dashed line and baseline. a.
Learning Input Methods ✎ A question mark within an program indicates a Help file. the Letter Recognizer to work effectively, write characters ✎ For between the dashed line and baseline. ■ If you are writing a letter like “p,” write the top portion within the dashed line and baseline, and the tail portion below the baseline. ■ If you writing a letter like “b,” write the bottom portion within the dashed line and baseline, and the top portion above the dashed line.
Learning Input Methods Writing with the Stylus and Microsoft Transcriber ✎ Microsoft Transcriber is not available on all models. Use the stylus and Microsoft Transcriber to write words, letters, numbers, and symbols anywhere on the screen. 1. From any application, tap the up arrow next to the Input Panel icon. 2. Tap Transcriber to display the Transcriber Intro screen. 3. Tap OK. 4. Tap New at the bottom of the screen. 5. Begin writing on the screen. What you write will be converted to text.
Learning Input Methods Writing with the Stylus and Block Recognizer Write letters, numbers, and symbols using the stylus and Block Recognizer. Create words and sentences by writing letters and numbers in specific areas. 1. From any application, tap the up arrow next to the Input Panel button. 2. Tap Block Recognizer. ✎ For online Help, tap the ? 3. Write a word, letter, or symbol between the hatch marks. a. To type text, write a letter between the hatch marks labeled “abc.” b.
Learning Input Methods Drawing and Writing on the Screen Use the stylus as a pen to draw and write on the screen in the Notes program or from the Notes tab in Calendar, Contacts, or Tasks. 1. From the Start menu, tap Notes > New. 2. Draw and write on the screen. 3. Tap the Pen icon. 4. Tap OK. Converting Writing to Text You can convert your writing to text when you write with the stylus in the Notes program or from the Notes tab in: ■ Calendar ■ Contacts ■ Tasks To convert writing to text: 1.
Learning Input Methods 5–10 User’s Guide
6 Expansion Cards You can expand the memory and connectivity of your iPAQ Pocket PC. Use optional expansion cards for: ■ Connecting wirelessly or connecting by using a cable to the Internet or to a network ■ Adding functionality such as a digital camera ■ Expanding the memory of your iPAQ Pocket PC ■ Viewing the content of memory cards cards must be purchased separately and are not ✎ Expansion included with your iPAQ Pocket PC.
Expansion Cards Installing an Expansion Card To install a Secure Digital (SD) card into an expansion slot on the iPAQ Pocket PC: 1. Locate the slot on the top of the iPAQ Pocket PC. 2. Remove the protective plastic card. 3. Insert the expansion card into the expansion slot and push the connection edge of the card firmly into the expansion slot. 4. To prevent power loss, remove any expansion cards from the SDIO expansion slot before turning off the iPAQ Pocket PC.
Expansion Cards Removing a Secure Digital (SD) Expansion Card 1. Close all applications that are using the expansion card. 2. Remove a card from the Secure Digital expansion slot by slightly pushing down on the card 1 to unlock it. 3. When the card disengages and pops up 2, pull it from the expansion slot. Ä CAUTION: SD cards must first be unlocked before removal.
Expansion Cards Viewing the Content of Memory Cards Use File Explorer to view the files that are located on your optional Secure Digital card. 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs > File Explorer. 2. Tap the root directory of My Device, and select the Storage Card folder (SDIO) to see a list of files and folders.
7 Connecting to the Internet Use your iPAQ Pocket PC to connect to the Internet or your Work network. To send and receive e-mail with Inbox and to view Web sites with Pocket Internet Explorer, you must set up a remote connection with devices such as a Secure Digital Input/Output (SDIO) modem card, ethernet card, or a wireless 802.11x card. Another option is to use a Bluetooth-enabled device such as a phone or LAN Access point.
Connecting to the Internet Connecting to a Private Network 1. Before you start, be sure to have your server phone number, user name, and password. This information can be obtained from your network administrator. 2. Tap Start > Settings > Connections tab > Connections icon. 3. In My Work Network, set up a new modem connection, new VPN Server connection, or proxy server connection. 4.
Connecting to the Internet Entering an Internet Address With Pocket Internet Explorer and a connection to the Internet, you can view Web sites on your iPAQ Pocket PC by typing an address or Universal Resource Locator (URL) in the Address bar. sites that use HTML 4.0, DHTML, animated GIF images, ✎ Web and Java applets may not work correctly in Pocket Internet Explorer without additional software. To enter an Internet address (URL) on your iPAQ Pocket PC: 1.
Connecting to the Internet Using a Favorites List With Pocket Internet Explorer and a connection to the Internet, you can view Web sites on your iPAQ Pocket PC by selecting one from your Favorites list. To select a Web site from your Favorites list: 1. From the Start menu, tap Internet Explorer. 2. Tap the Favorites icon and the Web site you want to view.
8 Using Bluetooth Some models of the iPAQ Pocket PC come with built-in Bluetooth technology that allows short-range connections and provides fast, reliable, and secure wireless communication. your Pocket PC has built-in Bluetooth technology, tap ✎ ToStartsee>ifSettings and tap the Asset Viewer icon.
Using Bluetooth of dial-up and wireless Internet, e-mail, corporate networks, ✎ Use and other wireless communications, such as Bluetooth-enabled devices, may require separately purchased additional hardware and other compatible equipment, in addition to a standard Wireless LAN (WLAN) infrastructure and a separately purchased service contract. Check with your service provider for availability and coverage in your area. Not all Web content may be available.
Using Bluetooth Understanding Terms The following Bluetooth terms are used throughout this chapter. The Term... Means... Authentication Verification of a numeric passkey before a connection or activity can be completed. Authorization Approval of a connection or activity before it can be completed. Bluetooth neighborhood or device group Collection of Bluetooth devices. Bonding (Paired devices) Create a trusted connection between your device and another.
Using Bluetooth Supported Services The functions that Bluetooth supports are called services.
Using Bluetooth Working with Bluetooth Settings From the tabs in Bluetooth Settings, you can: ■ Turn Bluetooth on and off ■ Enter or change your iPAQ Pocket PC Bluetooth name ■ Set your connection preferences ■ Enable Bluetooth services ■ Specify security settings ■ Define settings for sharing and connecting ■ Select a user profile ■ View software and port information Use the arrows to the right to scroll through the tabs. Opening Bluetooth Settings 1.
Using Bluetooth Turning On Bluetooth To turn on Bluetooth from Bluetooth Settings: 1. From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon. 2. From the pop-up menu, tap Bluetooth Settings. 3. Tap the Turn on button to enable. SHORTCUTS: There are two shortcuts for turning on Bluetooth. ■ From the Bluetooth pop-up menu, tap Turn Bluetooth ON. ■ From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager to automatically turn on Bluetooth.
Using Bluetooth Entering a Device Name The device name is what other devices see when they locate your device. To enter a device name: 1. From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon > Bluetooth Settings > Accessibility tab. 2. Highlight the name in the Name field and enter your new name. 3. Tap OK to save your changes. Allowing Connections You can determine if all devices or only paired devices can connect to your iPAQ Pocket PC. Allowing All Devices to Connect 1.
Using Bluetooth Allowing Paired Devices to Connect Paired devices share and exchange an internally generated Link Key before connecting. The Link Key is derived from a unique Bluetooth device address, a random number, and a user-defined password. This feature allows only devices that you trust to connect to your iPAQ Pocket PC. To allow paired devices to connect: 1. From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon > Bluetooth Settings > Accessibility tab. 2.
Using Bluetooth Enabling Bluetooth Services You can select to enable certain services: ■ Automatically when Bluetooth is activated ■ When you permit the connection ■ When a passkey or link key is correctly entered You can use any of these security options when transferring files, creating a serial port connection, exchanging business card information, configuring dial-up networking, and joining a personal network.
Using Bluetooth Requiring Authorization to Access Services If you elect to require authorization to access services, you must authorize each connection. Then, your iPAQ Pocket PC will always ask you if the connection should be permitted. To require authorization to access services: 1. From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon > Bluetooth Settings. 2. Tap the tab for the service you want to enable: File Transfer, Information Exchange, Serial Port, Dial-up Networking, or Personal Network Server. 3.
Using Bluetooth Setting a Shared Folder You can determine the folder that other devices access when they connect to your iPAQ Pocket PC. To select a shared folder: 1. From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon > Bluetooth Settings. 2. Tap the File Transfer tab. 3. Tap the Folder icon and locate a desired file folder. 4. Tap OK.
Using Bluetooth Understanding Profiles Use profiles to quickly enable selected personal settings in multiple environments. Creating a Profile To create a profile: 1. From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon > Bluetooth Settings > General tab > Profile icon. 2. Tap the New button.
Using Bluetooth 3. Enter a descriptive name. 4. Select an existing profile to use as a template. 3 4 5. Tap OK. Activating a Profile When a new profile is created, you will need to activate it. To activate a profile after creating it: 1. From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon > Bluetooth Settings. 2. From the General tab, select it from the Current Profile down arrow list. 3. Tap OK.
Using Bluetooth Saving Bluetooth Configuration Settings in a Profile To save the iPAQ Pocket PC Bluetooth configuration settings to any profile: ✎ Bluetooth must be turned on for changes to be saved. 1. From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon > Bluetooth Settings. 2. From the General tab, tap the Profile icon. 3. Select a profile from the Add/Delete Profiles list or create a new one. 4. Tap OK. 5. Set up your iPAQ Pocket PC.
Using Bluetooth Deleting a Profile 1. From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon > Bluetooth Settings. 2. From the General tab, tap the Profile icon. 3. Select a profile from the Add/Delete Profiles list. 4. Tap the Delete button. 5. Tap Yes to confirm you want to delete the profile. 6. Tap OK.
Using Bluetooth Opening Bluetooth Manager From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager. The first screen that displays is My Shortcuts. Manager can also be accessed from the Today screen ✎ Bluetooth by tapping the Bluetooth icon, and from the pop-up menu, tap Bluetooth Manager. ✎ Opening Bluetooth Manager automatically turns on Bluetooth. Locating and Selecting a Device Several tasks require you to locate a device and connect to it.
Using Bluetooth To pair devices: 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap Tools, and tap Paired devices. 3. Tap Add. 4. Tap the Lookup icon. 5. Tap a device. 6. Enter a password in the Passkey field. 7. Tap OK. 8. Enter the same passkey into the other device. devices, such as mobile phones, need to be placed in a ✎ Some mode to accept a bond from another device. Refer to that device’s user instructions for more information.
Using Bluetooth Unpairing Devices You can remove a paired relationship between devices. 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap Tools, and Paired devices. 3. Tap a device name. 4. Tap Remove. 5. Tap Yes to remove the pairing. Connecting to Other Devices Use ActiveSync, serial and dial-up connections to communicate with other Bluetooth devices. Establish a partnership with a cell phone and set up the Bluetooth services it offers.
Using Bluetooth Establishing an ActiveSync Connection You can set up an ActiveSync partnership with a Bluetoothenabled computer. To establish an ActiveSync connection: 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap New, and Connect. 3. Tap ActiveSync via Bluetooth, and tap Next. 4. Follow the connection wizard instructions.
Using Bluetooth Establishing a Serial Connection Use the wireless Bluetooth serial port connection just as you would a physical serial cable connection. You must configure the application that will use the connection to the correct serial port. To establish a serial connection: 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap New, and Connect. 3. Tap Explore a Bluetooth device, and tap Next. 4. Follow the connection wizard instructions.
Using Bluetooth you create the dial-up networking shortcut with a device, ✎ After tap and hold the shortcut icon in the My Shortcuts tab of the Bluetooth Manager, and tap Connect. 5. Tap New Connection. 6. Tap OK. 7. Enter a name in the Connection Name field. 8. Enter a phone number. You must sometimes enter the country code and area code, depending on where you are calling. 9. Tap OK to begin dialing. mobile phones require a bond between devices (see the ✎ Some section “Pairing Devices”).
Using Bluetooth Join a Personal Area Network Connect two or more Bluetooth devices to share files, collaborate or play multiplayer games. To establish a Personal Area Network connection: 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap New, and tap Connect. 3. Tap Join a personal network, and tap Next. 4. Follow the Connection Wizard instructions. Establishing a Cell Phone Partnership You can establish a partnership with a cell phone, and set up the Bluetooth services it offers.
Using Bluetooth Creating a File Transfer Connection 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap New, and Connect. 3. Tap Browse files on a remote device, and tap Next. 4. Follow the connection wizard instructions. Sending Files 1. Tap and hold a file transfer shortcut icon, and tap Connect. 2. Tap File, and Tap Send a File… . 3. Locate a file to send. 4. Tap the file to send it. 5. Tap OK. Creating a Folder on a Remote Device 1.
Using Bluetooth Receiving a File from a Remote Device 1. Tap and hold a file transfer shortcut icon, and tap Connect. 2. Navigate to the file location on the remote device. 3. Tap the file. 4. Tap File, and tap Get. 5. Tap OK. Deleting a File from a Remote Device 1. Tap and hold a file transfer shortcut icon, and tap Connect. 2. Navigate to the file location on the remote device. 3. Tap the file. 4. Tap File, and tap Delete. 5. Tap Yes to verify you want to delete the selected file. 6. Tap OK.
Using Bluetooth Setting Up Your Business Card Information To set up your business card information: 1. Create a contact in the Contacts program that includes your name, title, and other relevant information. 2. From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon > Bluetooth Settings. 3. Tap the Information Exchange tab. 4. Tap the My business card (vCard) icon. 5. Choose your contact from the list. 6. Tap OK.
Using Bluetooth Sending Business Cards 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap the Business card icon. can also open the business card exchange by tapping Tools, ✎ You Business Card Exchange in the Bluetooth Manager. 3. Tap the Send icon. 4. Tap the device where you want to send your business card. 5. Tap OK. Requesting Business Cards 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap the Business card icon. 3. Tap the Request icon. 4.
Using Bluetooth Exchanging Business Cards You can exchange business card information with another device. If available, the device’s information will be sent directly into your Contacts list in Pocket Outlook. To exchange business cards: 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap the Business card icon. 3. Tap the Exchange icon. 4. Tap the device with which you want to exchange your business card. 5. Tap OK. Opening a Connection 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager.
Using Bluetooth To view the connection status: 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap and hold an active connection icon or list name, and tap Status. 3. Tap OK. Closing a Connection 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap and hold the connection icon or list name. 3. Tap Disconnect from the menu. 4. Tap OK. Viewing Connection Information 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap and hold the connection icon or list name. 3.
Using Bluetooth To create a shortcut: 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap New, and Connect. 3. Select a type of service, and tap Next. 4. Follow the connection wizard instructions. ✎ Paired devices are designated by a checkmark. Deleting a Shortcut 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap and hold the connection icon or list name to be deleted. 3. Tap Delete from the menu. 4. Tap Yes to verify the selected shortcut should be deleted. 5. Tap OK.
Using Bluetooth 8–30 User’s Guide
9 Troubleshooting Common Problems Use the following suggestions to troubleshoot problems with the iPAQ Pocket PC. Problem I cannot see anything on the screen. Solution • Be sure the iPAQ Pocket PC is powered on. • Be sure the iPAQ Pocket PC is connected to the AC Adapter and the USB Synchronization Cable. • Reset the device by using the stylus to lightly press the reset button on the back of the unit. I cannot keep my battery charged.
Troubleshooting Problem I want to travel with my iPAQ Pocket PC. Solution • Back up your information. • Take a copy of your backup with you on an SD memory card. • Disconnect all external devices. • Take the AC Adapter and Charger Adapter with you. • Keep your iPAQ Pocket PC in a protective case and keep it in your carry-on luggage. I want to travel internationally with my iPAQ Pocket PC. I want to ship my iPAQ Pocket PC to a repair facility. I cannot connect to a network.
Troubleshooting Problem Solution When I try to open the Inbox, I receive an error or the application hangs. Limit the number of e-mail services you create. I get an error when I try to record a note in Calendar or in Tasks. Try using a more compressed recording format in Calendar or Tasks (8,000 Hz, Mono, [.7 KB/s] is the most compressed format available). I want to see the current date. 1. From the Start menu, tap Calendar. 2. Tap the Go-to-Today icon to see today’s date.
Troubleshooting ActiveSync For more information on Microsoft ActiveSync, refer to Chapter 2, “Using ActiveSync.” Problem Solution I cannot connect to my computer using the USB Synchronization Cable. • Be sure you have installed Microsoft ActiveSync 3.7 or higher on your host computer before connecting your iPAQ Pocket PC to it. • Be sure your iPAQ Pocket PC is connected to the USB Synchronization Cable, and that the sync cable is connected to your computer.
Troubleshooting Problem Solution I cannot open e-mail in the Inbox after I restore using Microsoft ActiveSync. Use Microsoft ActiveSync to synchronize your iPAQ Pocket PC with your personal computer. For more information, refer to the “Synchronizing with Your Computer” section in Chapter 2. I tried to synchronize a workbook and the file is unresolved in Microsoft ActiveSync. Pocket Excel does not support all Excel formatting; therefore, Microsoft ActiveSync cannot synchronize the file.
Troubleshooting Bluetooth For more information on Bluetooth (h1940 models only), refer to Chapter 8, “Using Bluetooth.” Problem I cannot discover another device. Solution • Move closer to the device. • Be sure the Bluetooth radio is turned on. • Be sure you have not limited your ability to see devices. • Be sure the device you are attempting to connect to is on and allows access to being discovered by other devices. I can see other devices, but I cannot connect or exchange data with them.
Troubleshooting Expansion Cards For more information on expansion cards, refer to Chapter 6, “Using Expansion Cards.” Problem Solution I cannot get my iPAQ Pocket PC to recognize the expansion card. Be sure you have firmly pushed the expansion card down into the iPAQ Pocket PC. Make sure third party SDIO drivers are installed. I cannot insert my card. • Be sure you are not inserting the card at an angle. • Be sure you insert the connection area first. I cannot remove my SDIO card.
Troubleshooting 9–8 User’s Guide
A Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the 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.
Regulatory Notices Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard Company may void the authority to operate the equipment. Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods in order to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.
Regulatory Notices Canadian Notice This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Avis Canadien Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
Regulatory Notices European Union Notice 0682 Products bearing the CE marking comply with the R&TTE Directive (1999/5/EC), EMC Directive (89/336/EEC), and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Regulatory Notices Battery Warning Å Ä WARNING: This computer contains a lithium ion rechargeable battery pack. To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or dispose of in fire or water. CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Regulatory Notices Airline Travel Notice Use of electronic equipment aboard commercial aircraft is at the discretion of the airline. Wireless Notices In some situations or environments, the use of wireless devices may be restricted. Such restrictions may apply aboard airplanes, in hospitals, near explosives, in hazardous locations, etc. If you are uncertain of the policy that applies to the use of this device, please ask for authorization to use it prior to turning it on. U.S.
Regulatory Notices Japanese Regulatory Wireless Notice Brazilian Regulatory Wireless Notice Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência a sistemas operando em caráter primário.
Regulatory Notices A–8 User’s Guide
B Specifications System Specifications ✎ Not all models described are available in all regions.
Specifications System Feature Description Bluetooth (h1940, h1945 only) Class II device; typical 10 meters (30 feet) range Indicators 3-mode alarm notification: Flashing green LED, tone, pop-up message Charging: flashing amber LED Charged: solid amber LED Bluetooth active: flashing blue LED Battery Removable/rechargeable 900mAh Lithium ion battery with internal backup battery to maintain data during main battery replacement. Physical Specifications hp iPAQ h1930 and h1940 Series US Metric 4.
Index A AC Adapter 3–4 ActiveSync 1–3, 4–17 backing up 2–6 backing up/restoring 4–18 connecting 2–2 Explore 2–5 installing 2–3 restoring 2–6 troubleshooting 9–4 uses 2–1 aligning the screen 1–10 applications closing 4–9 installing 2–6, 4–10 opening 4–8 Asset Viewer 1–2 B backing up files 4–17 ActiveSync 2–6, 4–18 iPAQ Backup 4–17 backlight settings 3–7, 9–1 backup battery 3–1 basics learning the 4–1 battery backlight settings 3–7 User’s Guide backup 3–1 charging 3–6 installing 3–1 monitoring manually 3–8
Index troubleshooting 9–7 using 6–1 exchanging information 8–27 C care and maintenance 1–10 cell phone partnership 8–22 Charger Adapter plug 3–1 Command bar 4–2 CompactFlash (CF) expansion card 6–2 connecting to a computer 2–2 to the Internet 7–1 to your work network 7–1 connecting to a network 9–2 connecting to other devices 8–18 Connection Settings 2–5 converting writing to text 5–9 cradle 2–2, 2–3, 3–1 D data backing up 1–2 stored in RAM 3–1 date set 1–7 dial-up networking 8–20 digital files 1–4 draw
Index L Letter Recognizer 5–1, 5–5 Link Key 8–8 linking to Web sites 2–7, 7–2 M maintenance 1–10 memory RAM 3–1, 3–5, B–1 ROM 3–5, B–1 memory cards 9–2 view content 6–4 Microsoft ActiveSync 1–3, 2–1 Calculator 1–3 Calendar 1–3 Connections 1–3 Contacts 1–3 Inbox 1–3, 2–7 Notes 1–3 Pocket Excel 1–3, 9–3, 9–5 Pocket Internet Explorer 1–3, 2–7 Pocket PC Basics 1–1 Pocket Word 1–4, 9–3 Settings 1–4 Tasks 1–4 Terminal Services Client 1–4 Transcriber 5–1, 5–7 Windows Media Player 9 Series 1–4 Mobile Favorites 2–
Index drawing and writing on the 5–9 Self-Test 1–2 sending e-mail 2–7 set date 1–7 time, home location 1–6 time, visiting location 1–6 shipping the iPAQ Pocket PC 9–2 slide show 4–12 soft reset 1–8 spare battery 3–1 specifications B–1 status icons 4–3 stylus 1–5 drag 1–5 tap 1–5 tap and hold 1–5 writing with the 5–5, 5–7, 5–8 synchronization cradle 2–2, 2–3, 3–1 synchronizing 1–3 changing settings 2–4 e-mail 2–2 links to Web sites 2–7, 7–2 with your computer 2–2 Index–4 T time set for home location 1–6 s
Index User’s Guide Index–5
