reference guide hp iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 series Document Part Number: 281984-002 April 2003
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Contents 1 Getting Started What Is in the Box? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2 Front Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4 Top Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6 Bottom Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–7 Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–8 Universal Cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Change the Backlight Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manage Your iPAQ Pocket PC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Back Up Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Use the iPAQ File Store . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Perform a Full Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Perform a Normal Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Align the Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Use the Self-Test . . . . . . . . .
Edit an Existing Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Delete a Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Monitor Signal Strength and Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . View WLAN Signal Strength . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . View WLAN Status. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Locate and Link to Access Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Search for Access Points . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Link to an Access Point . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Select Shared Folder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Select Business Card Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connect to Other Devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Identify the Communications Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Establish an ActiveSync Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . Establish a Serial Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Use Dial-Up Networking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Establish a Cell Phone Partnership . . . . . . . . . .
Set “Simple 4 digit PIN” for Logon . . . . . . . . . . . . Set “Strong alphanumeric password” for Logon. . . Set “PIN OR fingerprint” for Logon . . . . . . . . . . . . Set “PIN AND fingerprint” for Logon . . . . . . . . . . Set “Password OR fingerprint” for Logon . . . . . . . Set “Password AND Fingerprint” for Logon . . . . . Set “Fingerprint-only” for Logon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Logon Using PIN, Passwords, and Fingerprints . . . . . . Logon with No Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Create a Contact. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1 View a List of Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–2 Edit Contact Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–3 Categorize Contacts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–3 Delete Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–6 Use the Inbox . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–7 Set Up E-mail . . . . . . . . . . . .
Delete a Task . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–15 Sort Tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–15 Change Appearance of Tasks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–16 9 Using Software Use Pocket Word . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–1 Create a New Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–2 Open a Word Document . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9–4 Change the Pocket Word Options . . . . . . . . .
Contents Use the Configuration Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–2 Add a Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–3 Change a Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–8 Delete a Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–8 Turn on a Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–9 Add Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–10 Change an Activity . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wireless Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–5 U.S. Regulatory Wireless Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–5 Canadian Regulatory Wireless Notice. . . . . . . . . . . . A–5 European Union Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A–6 Brazilian Regulatory Wireless Notice . . . . . . . . . . . . A–8 B Hardware Specifications System Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B–1 Physical Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1 Getting Started Congratulations on purchasing an HP iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 Series. This Reference Guide will help you set up your Pocket PC and familiarize you with how it works.
Getting Started What Is in the Box? If items are missing, contact Customer Support at the numbers provided in the Worldwide Telephone Numbers booklet. Products Shipped in Box 1 HP iPAQ Pocket PC 2 Slim Removable Battery 3 Protective Cover Pack 4 Universal Cradle for either Universal Serial Bus (USB) or serial connection (The appearance may vary depending on the model.
Getting Started Products Shipped in Box (Continued) 7 Charging Adapter (tethered to the AC adapter) 8 Getting Started guide 9 HP iPAQ Pocket PC Companion CD, which contains: • Microsoft Outlook 2000 • Microsoft ActiveSync software • Bonus software and programs • HP documentation including the HP iPAQ Pocket PC Reference Guide and eBook in select languages on CD Reference Guide 1–3
Getting Started Front Panel Front Panel Components 1 Speaker: Alarms, voice, music 2 Power Indicator: amber flash = charging amber solid = charged green flash = alarm, calendar, event 3 Stylus: Push to eject, push to lock 4 Power Button: Turn unit on and off 5 Color Display: High contrast color screen 6 *Inbox Button: Access your Inbox to send and receive e-mail 7 *iTask Button: Open, close, and switch between programs, run utilities, and change settings 8 5-Way Navigation Button: Scroll th
Getting Started Front Panel Components (Continued) : Microphone: Record your voice or other sounds ; *Calendar Button: Schedule appointments, set reminders, or view your calendar < *Contacts Button: Display a list of your contacts from the category you select = Volume: Up/Down/Mute Voice and Record > Light Sensor: Automatically adjusts the backlight when selected ? Active Bluetooth Indicator: Flashes “blue” when Bluetooth is on @ Wireless LAN Indicator: green flash = wireless link amber flash
Getting Started Top Panel Top Panel Components 1 Antenna: Transmits and receives signals 2 Stylus: Push to eject, push to lock 3 Infrared/Universal Remote: Beams information to and from other infrared-enabled devices 4 Secure Digital I/O (SDIO) Expansion Slot: Supports Secure Digital (SD) storage and expansion cards 1–6 Reference Guide
Getting Started Bottom Panel Bottom Panel Components 1 3.
Getting Started Back Panel Back Panel Components 1 Battery Door: Covers the removable/rechargeable battery 2 Battery Latch: Slide up to remove the battery 3 Product Label: Needed for service and product-related questions 1–8 Reference Guide
Getting Started Universal Cradle Universal Cradle Components 1 Stabilizers: Stabilizes the iPAQ Pocket PC when cradled without an Expansion Pack 2 Release Button: Releases the stabilizers from the locked position Reference Guide 1–9
Getting Started Register the hp iPAQ Pocket PC You can receive the latest information on your iPAQ Pocket PC as well as special offers on iPAQ Pocket PC accessories and software by registering online at the following url: http://www.register.hp.com Set Up Your hp iPAQ Pocket PC To begin using your HP iPAQ Pocket PC, locate the removable battery and: 1. Insert the tabs 1 on the bottom of the battery into the slots on the iPAQ Pocket PC. 2. Push the battery 2 upward and snap into place. 3.
Getting Started 4. Locate the reset hole on the bottom panel of your Pocket PC. Insert the stylus into the hole and push inward on the stylus to perform a normal reset. Your iPAQ Pocket PC will automatically power on. 5. Follow the steps on the Welcome screen to: ■ Align the screen ■ Learn about the stylus ■ Learn about the pop-up menus ■ Select your time zone 6. Tap anywhere to open the Today screen.
Getting Started Establish a Partnership With a PC Using Microsoft ActiveSync, you can synchronize the information on your personal computer with the information on your iPAQ Pocket PC. Synchronization compares the data on your Pocket PC with your personal computer and updates both computers with the most recent information. You can synchronize your Contacts, Calendar, Tasks, and Notes, which require Microsoft Outlook.
Getting Started 5. Follow the instructions on the HP iPAQ Pocket PC Companion CD until you reach the screen shown and then continue with Step 6 below. 6. Insert the AC Adapter plug into an electrical outlet. Connect the AC connector to the universal cradle.
Getting Started 7. If you have not already done so, connect either the (a) serial or the (b) USB connector (not both) on the universal cradle to the port on the back or front of your personal computer. either the serial or the USB connector. Do not connect ✎ Connect both connectors at the same time. the USB connection for faster performance. Microsoft ✎ Use Windows NT users must use the serial connection.
Getting Started 8. Slide the bottom of your iPAQ Pocket PC into the universal cradle until the connector is fully inserted. ✎ ActiveSync will automatically detect the Pocket PC connection. 9. Continue to follow the ActiveSync instructions to establish a partnership. 10. Learn more about your iPAQ Pocket PC.
Getting Started For More Product Information 1–16 For information on... See this source... Programs on your HP iPAQ Pocket PC The HP iPAQ Pocket PC Reference Guide on CD and eBook in select languages. For Help, tap and then Help. The HP iPAQ Pocket PC Reference Guide This information is presented in a printable format and eBook in select languages. It is located on the HP iPAQ Pocket PC Companion CD and in eBook format on the iPAQ Pocket PC.
Getting Started For information on... See this source... Your HP iPAQ Pocket PC http://www.hp.com/products /pocketpc Up-to-date information on your Microsoft Pocket PC 2002 software http://www.microsoft.com/mobile /pocketpc Programs that are already on your HP iPAQ Pocket PC The HP iPAQ Pocket PC Companion CD and Help on your HP iPAQ Pocket PC. Tap Start, and then Help.
Getting Started Troubleshooting and Support Information For information on... See this source... Connecting to and synchronizing with a computer ActiveSync Help on your personal computer. To view Help, start ActiveSync, click Help, and then click Microsoft ActiveSync Help. Troubleshooting information on ActiveSync connections The ActiveSync troubleshooter on your computer. After installing the desktop software. Click Help, and then Troubleshooter.
2 Getting Acquainted To use your HP iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 Series most effectively, start by learning how to: ■ Enter information ■ Customize settings ■ Manage your iPAQ Pocket PC ■ Manage the battery ■ Work with programs Enter Information You can enter letters, symbols, and numbers on the iPAQ Pocket PC screen by: ■ Tapping the keyboard ■ Writing with the stylus and using the Letter Recognizer, Transcriber, or Block Recognizer to create text ■ Drawing and writing with the stylus You can tap t
Getting Acquainted you type or write, the iPAQ Pocket PC suggests words for ✎ As you in a box above the Keyboard, Letter Recognizer, or Block Recognizer but not in the Transcriber. You can determine when the suggestions occur (for example, you can decide how many letters to enter before the Letter Recognizer makes suggestions) and how many words are suggested.
Getting Acquainted 4. Tap the down arrow associated with letters, and select the number of letters you want to type before a suggestion is made. 4 5 5. Tap the down arrow associated with words, and select the number of words you want suggested. 6. Tap OK.
Getting Acquainted Type with the On-Screen Keyboard You can enter typed text directly on the screen by tapping letters, numbers, and symbols on the keyboard. To type with the keyboard: 1. From any program, tap the up arrow next to the Input Panel icon. 2. Tap Keyboard to display a keyboard on the screen.
Getting Acquainted 3. Tap a letter, symbol, or number to enter information. ✎ To see symbols, tap the 123 or Shift key. 4. Tap OK.
Getting Acquainted Write with the Stylus and the Letter Recognizer You can write letters, numbers, and symbols on the screen using the stylus and the Letter Recognizer. You 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 program, tap the up arrow next to the Input Panel button. 2. Tap Letter Recognizer.
Getting Acquainted 3. Write a letter or symbol between the dashed line and baseline. a. To display in uppercase, write a letter between the hatch marks labeled ABC. b. To display in lowercase, write a letter between the hatch marks labeled abc. c. Write a number or symbol between the hatch marks labeled 123. should write characters between the dashed line and baseline ✎ You for the character recognizer to work effectively.
Getting Acquainted Write with the Stylus and the Transcriber You can write words, letters, numbers, and symbols anywhere on the screen using the stylus and Transcriber. To write with the stylus and transcriber: 1. From any program, tap the up arrow next to the Input Panel button. 2. Tap Transcriber. 3. Write on the screen. What you write will be converted to text. Write with the Stylus and Block Recognizer You can write letters, numbers, and symbols using the stylus and Block Recognizer.
Getting Acquainted Draw and Write 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. To draw and write on the screen: 1. From the Start menu, tap Notes. 2. Tap New. tap the Notes tab in Calendar, Contacts, or Tasks, and ✎ Otherwise, then tap the Pen icon.
Getting Acquainted 3. Draw and write on the screen. 4. Tap the Pen icon. 5. Tap OK. Convert 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. From the Start menu, tap Notes. ✎ Otherwise, tap the Notes tab in Calendar, Contacts, or Tasks. 2. Begin a new note or tap an existing note to open it. 3. Tap Tools, and then Recognize.
Getting Acquainted a particular word or phrase, highlight it before you ✎ Totapconvert Recognize. If a word is not recognized, it will not be converted. . 4. Tap OK.
Getting Acquainted Customize Settings You can navigate through the iPAQ Pocket PC interface in three ways: ■ Tap ■ Tap and hold ■ Press program buttons Tap the screen with the pointed tip of your stylus to open programs and make selections. For example, tap the Start menu to see a list of programs available. Tap and hold an area on the screen to see a pop-up menu.
Getting Acquainted To set the time for home: 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings. 2. Tap System, and then Clock. default, the time on the host computer is synchronized with ✎ By the iPAQ Pocket PC each time the two devices connect using ActiveSync. 3. Verify Home is selected or tap Home. 3 4 5 4. Tap the time-zone down arrow, and then select your home time zone. 5. Tap the hour, minutes, or seconds, and then use the up and down arrows to adjust the time.
Getting Acquainted Set the Time for a Location You Are Visiting SHORTCUT: From the Today screen, tap the Clock icon to set the time. To set the time for visiting location: 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings. 2. Tap System, and then Clock. 3. Tap Visiting. 3 4 5 4. Tap the time-zone down arrow, and then select the time-zone you are visiting. 5. Tap the hour, minutes, or seconds, and then use the up and down arrows to adjust the time.
Getting Acquainted Set the Date You must set the date again if: ■ The battery discharges completely ■ You perform a full reset of your iPAQ Pocket PC SHORTCUT: You can set the date from the Today screen. Tap the Clock icon to set the date. To set the date: 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings. 2. Tap System, and then Clock. 3. Tap the down arrow by the date. 4. Tap the left or right arrow to select a month and year. 5. Tap a day. 6. Tap OK. 7. Tap Yes to save the date settings.
Getting Acquainted backlight settings on your iPAQ Pocket PC are synchronized ✎ The with the settings on your personal computer when they connect using ActiveSync. To change the backlight settings: 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings. 2. Tap System, and then Backlight. 3. Select the backlight settings.
Getting Acquainted Changing the Backlight Settings On the... Select when to use the... Battery Power tab Backlight on battery power. External Power tab Backlight on external power. Brightness tab • Appropriate level of brightness. Slide the bar to the lowest level to conserve the most power. • Automatic light sensor. Select the checkbox to disable the slider bar and allow the brightness to automatically adjust to the ambient light.
Getting Acquainted Back Up Information You can back up information to the personal computer, the iPAQ File Store, and storage cards using: ■ iPAQ Backup ■ Active Sync Use iPAQ Backup iPAQ Backup protects your data from hardware failures, loss of battery power, and accidental deletions.
Getting Acquainted Back up Files, Registry, and Databases You can back up files, registry, and databases. A backup file can be saved to any media (for example, storage card or hard drive) that you would use for storing any other file. To back up files, registry, and databases: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap iPAQ Backup. 3. Tap the checkboxes to select files, folders, or databases from the tree view. 3 4 4. Tap the … button.
Getting Acquainted 5. Enter a name and saving location for the back up data, and then tap OK. 6. Tap Options... to set backup options.
Getting Acquainted 7. Select whether to: ■ Compress and/or encrypt data ■ Exclude files from the backup Selecting Back Up Options If you select... Then... Compress Data The backup file will be smaller, but the process will take longer. Encrypt Data The backup file (*.pbf) will be encrypted. The user must enter an alphanumeric password (6-15 digits) to proceed with the backup and then re-enter the password to restore the data.
Getting Acquainted 8. Tap OK. 9. Tap the Backup... button. 10. Tap the Start button. Restore Back Up Files, Registry, and Databases 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap iPAQ Backup. 3. Tap the Restore tab.
Getting Acquainted 4. Tap the … button in the File field. 5. Select a file that you backed up.
Getting Acquainted 6. Select the data you want to restore from the tree view. 7. Tap Options... to set restore options. ✎ Itfiles.is recommended that you close all programs prior to restoring 8. Tap OK. 9. Tap the Restore button. 10. Tap the Start button. Schedule a Backup You can schedule an automatic backup to run at a certain time and date. To schedule a backup: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap iPAQ Backup.
Getting Acquainted 3. Tap the Options... button. 4. Tap the Schedule button.
Getting Acquainted 5. Tap the checkbox Enable Scheduled Start Up. 6. Select one of the Frequency radio buttons. Selecting a Frequency for Backup If you select... Then the backup will... Once (default) Begin at a designated future time and date. Daily Occur at the same time each day. Weekly Occur on a scheduled day at a certain time each week. 7. Tap OK.
Getting Acquainted Back Up/Restore Using Active Sync You should back up information to your computer regularly to help reduce the chance of losing information. Close all programs on your iPAQ Pocket PC before 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 back up/restore using ActiveSync: 1. Make sure your iPAQ Pocket PC is connected to your computer. 2.
Getting Acquainted 4. Click the Backup or Restore tab, and then select your options. 5. Click Backup Now or Restore Now. Save to a SDIO or CompactFlash Card 1. Insert SDIO or CompactFlash card. 2. Open file you want to save. 3. Tap Options. 4. Tap down arrow, and then tap SDIO card. 5. Tap Save.
Getting Acquainted Use the iPAQ File Store You can install programs and save files to the iPAQ File Store folder. The iPAQ File Store is accessed from the File Explorer on your iPAQ Pocket PC. Programs and files stored in the iPAQ File Store are held in ROM and are saved if you perform a full reset of your iPAQ Pocket PC or if the battery discharges completely. Ä CAUTION: Beware that registry changes will not be saved if you perform a full reset or if the battery discharges completely.
Getting Acquainted Perform 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. A full reset will de-activate the battery. The power button will not function until the battery is reactivated. and data stored in iPAQ File Store are not ✎ Programs automatically deleted. You must manually delete the files.
Getting Acquainted 3. Hold all buttons until the displayed image begins to fade (approximately four seconds). 4. Release the program buttons and stylus. can verify a full reset by pressing the power button. If the ✎ You iPAQ Pocket PC has been fully reset, it will not turn on. 5. Reactivate the battery by: ❏ Removing and reinstalling the battery ❏ Connecting the iPAQ Pocket PC to AC power ❏ Pressing the Reset button with the stylus 6. Set up your iPAQ Pocket PC.
Getting Acquainted Align the Screen When you turn on the screen of your iPAQ Pocket PC for the first time, you are guided through the alignment process. Realign your screen if: ■ The iPAQ Pocket PC does not respond accurately to your taps ■ You performed a restore following a data backup ■ You performed a hard reset of your iPAQ Pocket PC To align the screen: 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings. 2. Tap System, and then the Screen icon. 3. Tap the Align Screen button. 4.
Getting Acquainted 7. Follow the on-screen instructions. 8. Tap Finish to exit. 9. Tap Yes to save a test log file to the My Documents folder. 10. Tap OK to exit. Manage the Battery It is recommended that you fully charge the battery prior to using the iPAQ Pocket PC.Your iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 will not power on if the battery has a low charge (less than 3.2 Volts). It is recommended that you fully charge the battery prior to using the iPAQ Pocket PC. To charge and reset the iPAQ Pocket PC h5400: 1.
Getting Acquainted ■ Charge the battery ■ Change the removable battery packs ■ Reactivate the battery ✎ Recycle and dispose of the lithium polymer battery properly. Install the Battery 1. Locate the battery. 2. Insert the battery tabs into the slots on the iPAQ Pocket PC. 3. Push the battery into slots. will need to fully charge your iPAQ Pocket PC within the ✎ You next 12 hours. The amber charge light flashes when your iPAQ Pocket PC is recharging the battery.
Getting Acquainted Automatically Monitor the Battery You can automatically monitor the state of the battery and be notified when the battery falls below a specified threshold. You can then elect to: ■ Dismiss, which cancels the notification and battery monitoring service ■ Snooze for a certain period of time then receive the battery notification again ■ Run, which starts the iPAQ Backup program To automatically monitor the battery: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap iPAQ Backup. 3.
Getting Acquainted 4. Tap the Schedule button. 5. Select Enable Battery Monitor. 6. Select a Threshold (%) value. ✎ The Threshold (%) value must be between 90% and 10%. 7. Tap OK.
Getting Acquainted Manually Monitor the Battery You can manually monitor the battery power. 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings. 2. Tap System tab, and then Power icon. 3. Tap OK. Charge the Battery Because your iPAQ Pocket PC uses some power to maintain files in RAM and the clock, you need to recharge the battery regularly. Keep the iPAQ Pocket PC connected to the universal cradle or the AC Adapter while you are at your desk.
Getting Acquainted Charge with the Universal Cradle You can charge your iPAQ Pocket PC with it docked in the universal cradle. Use the universal cradle to recharge the battery of an optional expansion pack, if you purchased one. To charge with the universal cradle: 1. Plug the AC Adapter of the universal cradle into an electrical outlet. 2. Slide the bottom of your iPAQ Pocket PC into the universal cradle until the connector is fully inserted.
Getting Acquainted If you purchased an optional expansion pack, you can also use the AC Adapter to recharge the battery of an optional expansion pack. When traveling, you can purchase an adapter that works in your car’s cigarette lighter or a 12-volt power outlet. Ä CAUTION: Use only HP recommended AC adapters. To charge with the AC Adapter: 1. Plug the AC Adapter into an electrical outlet. 2. Insert the AC Adapter plug into the charging adapter.
Getting Acquainted 4. Remove the AC adapter when the power indicator on the top of the iPAQ Pocket PC turns solid amber. The unit is fully charged. The approximate time to fully charge a unit is four hours. Ä CAUTION: Incorrectly inserting the charging adapter plug into the connector on the bottom of the iPAQ Pocket PC can damage the connector pins.
Getting Acquainted 2. Tap System, and then the Power icon. 3. Tap the Standby tab. 4. Drag the pointer to adjust the standby period. Change the Battery Pack If the main battery for your iPAQ Pocket PC is removed, your device will not operate even if you try to use AC power. You can change the battery without losing data. However, any device activity and/or wireless communication will be terminated. It is recommended that you replace the removable battery within 30 minutes to avoid losing data.
Getting Acquainted ■ Pressing the normal Reset button with the stylus Work with Programs You can open, minimize, and close programs. Open Programs Most programs on your iPAQ Pocket PC are only two taps away from any screen. Open any program on your iPAQ Pocket PC from the Start menu. Ä CAUTION: If a program has been added to the Start menu, it will not display on the Programs menu. ✎ You can open a program by assigning it to a program button. To open a program: 1. Tap Start or the Microsoft logo. 2.
Getting Acquainted Minimize Programs From the program you would like to minimize, tap the X in the top right corner. Close Programs Programs may close automatically as you open new programs. This will depend on the amount of RAM being used. If your iPAQ Pocket PC is running slowly, you can manually close programs. To close a program: 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings. 2. Tap System, and then Memory. 3. Tap the Running Programs tab.
Getting Acquainted 4. Tap Stop All or select a particular program, and then tap Stop. ✎ You can close active programs using iTask.
Getting Acquainted Install Programs You can 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 personal computer by copying a program file that has an .exe or .cef extension When installing programs, look for the correct version for the iPAQ Pocket PC. Ä CAUTION: If a program has been added to the Start menu, it will not display on Programs menu.
Getting Acquainted 3. Tap the button you want to change. 4. Tap the button assignment down arrow. 5. Tap a program. 6. Tap OK.
Getting Acquainted View Images You can use the iPAQ Image Viewer to: ■ Create a slide show of images ■ Sort and rotate images ■ Adjust the timing between images in a show ■ Set a variety of transition effects ■ View images with BMP, JPEG, and GIF file extensions Locate an Image 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap iPAQ Image Viewer. 3. Tap File, and then Look In. 4. Select a file from the tree structure, and then tap OK.
Getting Acquainted To view image information: 1. Tap image to select it. 2. Tap View, and then Information Window. Change the View By default, the Image Viewer opens showing the images in the Thumbnail View.
Getting Acquainted ■ Image Quality ■ Transition Effect ■ Timing To create a slide show: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap iPAQ Image Viewer. 3. Tap Show, and then Set up Show.... 4. Select images for the show and modify any image settings. change settings for all images in the show, click the Select All ✎ Tobutton. 5. Tap OK. Save a Slide Show You can save the show settings and use them again. To save a slide show: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs.
Getting Acquainted 2. Tap iPAQ Image Viewer. 3. Create slide show (see section “Create a Slide Show”). 4. Tap File, and then Save Show Settings or Save Show Settings As.... 5. Enter a name and the location where you want to save the settings. 6. Tap OK.
Getting Acquainted Open a Slide Show You can view the settings for a saved slide show. To open a slide show: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap Image Viewer. 3. Tap File, and then Open Show Settings.... 4. Select the show setting.
Getting Acquainted Sort Image Files You can sort images in the show. To sort image files: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap iPAQ Image Viewer. 3. Tap Edit, and then Sort Images. 4. Select sort order. You can sort by ascending or descending Name, Type, Size, or Date.
Getting Acquainted View Slide Show 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap Image Viewer. 3. Create or open existing slide show. 4. Tap Show, and then View Show.
Getting Acquainted 5. Select how to advance the images in the show: Manual Advance, Automatic Advance, or Automatic Advance (Loop).
3 Using the Wireless LAN Your HP iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 Series can connect to an 802.11b Wireless LAN (WLAN) or connect directly to other WLAN-enabled devices. Learn the Terms It is recommended that you become familiar with the following terms as you begin to use WLAN technology. WLAN Terms Term Definition Profile A collection of defined WLAN settings. Wireless Access Point The access point provides a wireless connection to a network (additional hardware).
Using the Wireless LAN WLAN Terms (Continued) Term Definition Hot spots Public or private areas where there is a wireless access point available. SSID The acronym for the service set identifier. This identification number uses a maximum number of 32 characters and is case sensitive. Encryption (WEP) A set of security services used to protect 802.11 networks from unauthorized access.
Using the Wireless LAN Power ON the WLAN 1. From the Start menu, tap the iPAQ Wireless folder. 2. Tap the Wireless Control icon to power ON the WLAN. 3. Tap the WLAN button to power on the WLAN. The iPAQ Pocket PC has an LED indicator that illuminates to reflect the WLAN connection status. If the LED indicator is flashing... Then, the WLAN is... Green On and connected. Amber On but not connected.
Using the Wireless LAN OR 2. Enter the IP Address and Name Server information. ■ Enter the IP address information on the IP address tab. 1 2 3–4 ■ Tap the Name Servers tab at the bottom of the window. ■ Enter the Name server information.
Using the Wireless LAN contact your network administrator or service provider for ✎ Please the address information. ❏ Tap OK. Change iPAQ WLAN Wireless Adapter Information To make changes to the iPAQ WLAN Wireless Adapter information: 1. Tap Start, and then Settings. 2. Tap the Connections tab, and then the Network Adapters icon. 3. Select “iPAQ WLAN Wireless Adapter” from the list. 4. Tap Properties. 5. Change the wireless adapter information. 6. Tap OK to save the wireless adapter changes. 7.
Using the Wireless LAN Work with Profiles You must create profiles with or without security to use on your WLAN. You can view existing profiles to: ■ Select for use ■ Edit connection information ■ Delete the profile ■ View connection status Create Profiles without Security 1. Tap the iPAQ WLAN icon in the lower right corner of the Today screen.
Using the Wireless LAN 2. Tap Setup. 3. Tap the New button.
Using the Wireless LAN 4. Enter the profile information. Profile Information Field Name Information Profile Name Enter a name for your profile. SSID This is the service set identifier (SSID) that allows you to connect to any available access point. The default is “blank” when you connect to an infrastructure network. You and the wireless site you want to connect to must use the same SSID. This identification number uses a maximum of 32 characters and is case sensitive.
Using the Wireless LAN 6. Tap “Use server-assigned IP address” and use the DHCP server address or select “Use specific IP address.” 7. If you selected “Use specific IP address,” you must enter information in all remaining fields. your network administrator or your service provider for ✎ Contact this information. 8. Tap Finish. Create Profiles with Security You can use encryption to increase security to prevent data theft.
Using the Wireless LAN encryption key is case sensitive. Valid values for ✎ The hexadecimal keys are “0–9 and A–F.” Valid values for alphanumeric keys are “0–9, a–z, and A–Z.” The length of the key depends on which wireless encryption mode was selected: 64 bit (uses 5 alphanumeric or 10 hexadecimal values) or 128 bit (uses 13 alphanumeric or 26 hexadecimal values). 6. Select a Key number from the down arrow list. 7. Tap Finish. Close the WLAN Program 1.
Using the Wireless LAN Edit an Existing Profile 1. Tap the iPAQ WLAN icon in the lower right corner of the Today screen. 2. Tap Setup. 3. Select an existing profile from the Profile down arrow list to edit. 4. Tap the Edit button. 5. Make desired changes to the profile. 6. Tap OK to save the changes. Delete a Profile 1. Tap the iPAQ WLAN icon in the lower right corner of the Today screen. 2. Tap Setup. 3. Select a profile from the Profile down arrow list. 4. Tap the Delete button. 5. Tap Yes to confirm.
Using the Wireless LAN Monitor Signal Strength and Status You can monitor the signal strength and status of your connection by viewing the: ■ WLAN icon on the Today screen ■ Signal strength indicator on the iPAQ WLAN screen ■ Signal strength indicator in the Status option View WLAN Signal Strength You can view the WLAN signal strength between your iPAQ Pocket PC and access point. 1. Tap the iPAQ WLAN icon in the lower right corner of the Today screen. 2. Tap Setup on the pop-up menu. 3.
Using the Wireless LAN Search for Access Points 1. Tap the iPAQ WLAN icon in the lower right corner of the Today screen, and then tap Setup. 2. Tap the Status button. 3. Tap the Advanced button, and then tap the Rescan button to begin the search. 4. Tap OK. Link to an Access Point 1. Tap the iPAQ WLAN icon in the lower right corner of the Today screen, and then tap Setup. 2. Tap the Status button. 3. Tap the Advanced button. 4. Select a site from the Access Points down arrow list.
Using the Wireless LAN may be necessary to enter network settings to establish WLAN ✎ Itconnectivity using the Microsoft Connection Manager. If you need assistance, it is recommended that you contact your WLAN network administrator or your service provider. Access the Connection Manager 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings. 2. Tap the Connections tab, and then tap the Connections icon to input network settings.
Using the Wireless LAN For international use, please note the channels supported by the following countries: Channels Supported Country Channels Supported US CH 1~11 Canada CH 1~11 Argentina 1-13 Bolivia 1-13 Brazil 1-13 Chile 1-13 Columbia 1-13 Ecuador 1-13 Mexico 1-13 Panama 1-13 Peru 1-13 Uruguay 1-13 Venezuela 1-13 Australia 1-13 Hong Kong 1-13 India 1-13 Indonesia 1-13 Japan 1-14 Korea 1-13 Malaysia 1-13 New Zealand 1-13 PRC 1-13 Reference Guide 3–15
Using the Wireless LAN Channels Supported (Continued) Country Channels Supported Philippines 1-13 Singapore 1-13 Taiwan 1-13 Thailand 1-13 Vietnam 1-13 Austria 1-13 Belgium 1-13 Bulgaria 1-13 Cyprus 1-13 Czech Republic 1-13 Denmark 1-13 Estonia 1-13 Finland 1-13 France 10-13 Germany 1-13 Greece 1-13 Hungary 1-13 Iceland 1-13 Ireland 1-13 Israel 5-7 Italy 1-13 Liechtenstein 1-13 Luxembourg 1-13 Netherlands 1-13 3–16 Reference Guide
Using the Wireless LAN Channels Supported (Continued) Country Channels Supported Norway 1-13 Poland 1-13 Portugal 1-13 Russia 1-13 Slovak Republic 1-13 Slovenia 1-13 South Africa 1-13 Spain 1-13 Sweden 1-13 Switzerland 1-13 Turkey 1-13 United Kingdom 1-13 Reference Guide 3–17
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4 Using Bluetooth Your HP iPAQ Pocket PC is equipped with built-in Bluetooth technology that allows short-range connections and provides fast, reliable, and secure wireless communication.
Using Bluetooth Use of dial-up networks and WLANs may require separately purchased additional hardware and compatible equipment, in addition to a standard WLAN infrastructure and a separately purchased service contract.
Using Bluetooth Understand the Following Bluetooth 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 A collection of Bluetooth devices. Bonding (Paired devices) To create a trusted connection between your device and another.
Using Bluetooth Review Supported Services The functions that Bluetooth supports are called services.
Using Bluetooth Work with Bluetooth Settings You can open Bluetooth Settings by tapping on the Bluetooth icon in lower right corner of the Today screen. When the Bluetooth icon is blue, Bluetooth is active. When the icon is dimmed with a red X, Bluetooth is inactive.
Using Bluetooth Open Bluetooth Settings From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon. Turn ON Bluetooth You can apply or remove power to the Bluetooth hardware from Bluetooth Settings. battery power, it is recommended that you enable ✎ To(turnpreserve on) Bluetooth only when using it. When Bluetooth is off, no incoming or outgoing connections are possible. To turn on Bluetooth: 1. From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon. 2. Tap the Turn on button to enable. ✎ Tap the Turn off button to disable.
Using Bluetooth Work with the Bluetooth Manager Using the Bluetooth Manager, you can: ■ Establish connections ■ Display shortcuts ■ Exchange business cards ■ Control the on-screen display The first screen that displays is My Shortcuts. Open the Bluetooth Manager 1. On the Today screen, tap Start. 2. Tap iPAQ Wireless, and then Bluetooth Manager.
Using Bluetooth Locate and Select a Device Several tasks require you to locate a device and connect to it. When you are required to locate a device, the Bluetooth browser automatically assists by searching for other Bluetooth devices. After you locate a device, tap it to select. You will be returned to the previous window. Understand Profiles You can use profiles to quickly enable selected personal settings in multiple environments.
Using Bluetooth 2. From the General tab, tap the Profile icon. 3. Tap the New button. 4. Enter a descriptive name. 5. Select an existing profile to use as a template. 4 5 6. Tap OK.
Using Bluetooth Activate 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. 2. From the General tab, select it from the Current Profile down arrow list. 3. Tap OK. Rename a Profile 1. From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon. 2. From the General tab, tap the Profile icon. 3. Select a profile from the Add/Delete Profiles list. 4. Tap the Rename button. 5. Enter a new descriptive name. 6.
Using Bluetooth Save Bluetooth Configuration Settings in a Profile To save the iPAQ Pocket PC’s 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. 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 3. Highlight the name in the Name field and enter a new one. 4. Tap OK to save your changes. Allow Others to Locate My Device You can allow other devices to search and locate your iPAQ Pocket PC. Ä CAUTION: If another remote device has your device’s address, that device may be able to locate and connect to you even though you did not select for your device to be discovered. To allow others to locate my device: 1. From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon. 2.
Using Bluetooth 3. Tap Tools, and then Paired devices. 4. Tap Add. 5. Tap the Lookup icon. 6. Tap a device. 7. Enter a password in the Passkey field. 8. Tap OK. 9. 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 Unpair Devices You can remove the paired relationship between devices. 1. From the Today screen, tap Start. 2. Tap iPAQ Wireless, and then Bluetooth Manager. 3. Tap Tools, and then Paired devices. 4. Tap a device name. 5. Tap Remove. 6. Tap Yes to remove the pairing. Allow Connecting You can determine if all devices or only paired devices can connect to your iPAQ Pocket PC. Allow All Devices to Connect 1. From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon. 2. Tap the Accessibility tab. 3.
Using Bluetooth Allow Paired Devices to Connect Paired devices share and exchange an internally generated Link Key before each connection. The Link Key is derived from a unique Bluetooth device address, a random number, and 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. 2. Tap the Accessibility tab. 3.
Using Bluetooth Automatically Enable Services You can allow devices to connect without any authorization so that anytime Bluetooth is on, it is ready for connections. To automatically enable services: 1. From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon. 2. Tap the tab for the service you want to enable: File Transfer, Information Exchange, Serial Port, Dial-up Networking, Audio Gateway, or Personal Network Server. 3. Select Enable service. 4. Tap OK.
Using Bluetooth Require a Passkey or Bond to Access Services To establish a connection, the other device must have a passkey or an established bond for added security. You can add data encryption to this type of security. A passkey is a code you enter to authenticate connections requested by other devices. The passkey must be known and used by both parties or the connection will not be allowed. If... Then... Both devices successfully enter the known passkey A bond is created between the devices.
Using Bluetooth Select Shared Folder You can determine the folder that other devices can access when they connect to your iPAQ Pocket PC. To select a shared folder: 1. From the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon. 2. Tap the File Transfer tab. 3. Tap the Folder icon and locate a desired file folder. 4. Tap OK.
Using Bluetooth Select Business Card Information Two Bluetooth devices can exchange business card information electronically. You can determine the information about you that is sent to another device upon request. This information comes from the Contacts list in Pocket Outlook. The default selection is “None.” To select 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. 3.
Using Bluetooth Connect to Other Devices You can use ActiveSync, serial and dial-up connections to communicate with other Bluetooth devices. You can establish a partnership with a cell phone and set up the Bluetooth services it offers. Identify the Communications Port You can identify the virtual COM ports used to create a serial port connection. You may need to identify these COM ports for activities such as printing. The inbound COM port is used when other devices initiate a serial connection.
Using Bluetooth 4. Tap “ActiveSync via Bluetooth,” and then tap Next. 5. Follow the connection wizard instructions. Establish a Serial Connection You can use the wireless Bluetooth serial port connection just like you would a physical serial cable connection. You must configure the program that will use the connection to the correct serial port.
Using Bluetooth To establish a serial connection: 1. From the Today screen, tap Start. 2. Tap iPAQ Wireless, and then Bluetooth Manager. 3. Tap New, and then Connect. 4. Tap “Explore a Bluetooth device,” and then tap Next. 5. Follow the connection wizard instructions. Use Dial-Up Networking When you use dial-up networking, the remote device providing the dial-up networking service and the remote computer to which you are connecting must both have telephone access.
Using Bluetooth Use Dial-Up Networking Connect to a device that provides telephone access. 1. From the Today screen, tap Start. 2. Tap iPAQ Wireless, and then Bluetooth Manager. 3. Tap New, and then Connect. 4. Tap “Connect to the Internet,” and then tap Next. 5. Follow the connection wizard instructions. 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 then tap Connect. 6. Tap New Connection. 7. Tap OK.
Using Bluetooth 3. Tap New, and then Connect. 4. Tap “Partner with a cell phone,” and then tap Next. 5. Follow the connection wizard instructions.
Using Bluetooth Work with Files You can exchange information with a connected device. You can use the Bluetooth File Explorer to: ■ Navigate through the directories ■ View files and folders ■ Create new folders ■ Send and receive files from a remote device ■ Delete and rename files on a remote device Create a File Transfer Connection 1. From the Today screen, tap Start. 2. Tap iPAQ Wireless, and then Bluetooth Manager. 3. Tap New, and then Connect. 4.
Using Bluetooth Create a Folder on a Remote Device 1. Tap and hold a file transfer shortcut icon, and then tap Connect. 2. Navigate to the location you want for the new folder. 3. Tap File, and then Create a folder. 4. Enter a folder name while New Folder is highlighted, and then tap Enter. 5. Tap OK. Receive a File from a Remote Device 1. Tap and hold a file transfer shortcut icon, and then tap Connect. 2. Navigate to the file location on the remote device. 3. Tap the file. 4. Tap File, and then tap Get.
Using Bluetooth Send Information via Bluetooth In Pocket Outlook, you can send contacts, calendar information, and tasks to a remote device using Bluetooth. To send information using Bluetooth: 1. Open the Calendar, Contacts, or Tasks program from the Start menu or tap Start, and then Programs. 2. Tap and hold the item to send, and then select “Send via Bluetooth.” 3. Tap the name of destination device. 4. Tap OK.
Using Bluetooth Use Business Cards Using the business card exchange, you can: ■ Send a business card to one or more devices ■ Request a business card from one or more devices ■ Exchange business cards with one or more devices You must establish a default contact name to send or exchange business card information. You must first specify your default business card on the Information Exchange tab in Bluetooth Settings. This name becomes the default for business card transfers.
Using Bluetooth Send Business Cards 1. From the Today screen, tap Start. 2. Tap iPAQ Wireless, and then Bluetooth Manager. 3. Tap the Business card icon. can open the business card exchange by tapping Tools, ✎ You Business Card Exchange in the Bluetooth Manager. 4. Tap the Send icon. 5. Tap the device where you want to send your business card. 6. Tap OK.
Using Bluetooth Request Business Cards 1. From the Today screen, tap Start. 2. Tap iPAQ Wireless, and then Bluetooth Manager. 3. Tap the Business card icon. 4. Tap the Request icon. 5. Tap the device from which you want to request a business card. 6. Tap OK. Exchange 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.
Using Bluetooth Work with Connections You can create shortcuts to open and view status information for all connections. Create a Shortcut Creating a shortcut to one or more services does not establish a connection. It only places a shortcut to that service on the Shortcut tab of the Bluetooth Manager. To create a shortcut: 1. From the Today screen, tap Start. 2. Tap iPAQ Wireless, and then Bluetooth Manager. 3. Tap New, and then Connect. 4. Select a type of service, and then tap Next. 5.
Using Bluetooth View Shortcuts You can view shortcuts as icons or in a list format. 1. From the Today screen, tap Start. 2. Tap iPAQ Wireless, and then Bluetooth Manager. 3. Tap View. 4. Tap List or Icon. 5. Tap OK. Open a Connection 1. From the Today screen, tap Start. 2. Tap iPAQ Wireless, and then Bluetooth Manager. 3. Tap and hold the icon or list name, and then tap Connect. 4. Tap OK.
Using Bluetooth To view the connection status: 1. From the Today screen, tap Start. 2. Tap iPAQ Wireless, and then Bluetooth Manager. 3. Tap and hold an active connection icon or list name, and then tap Status. 4. Tap OK. Close a Connection 1. From the Today screen, tap Start. 2. Tap iPAQ Wireless, and then Bluetooth Manager. 3. Tap and hold the connection icon or list name. 4. Tap Disconnect from the menu. 5. Tap OK. View Connection Information 1. From the Today screen, tap Start. 2.
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5 Using the Fingerprint Reader You can increase the security of the data stored in your iPAQ Pocket PC by using the iPAQ Fingerprint Reader. This feature allows you to require a PIN, password, and/or fingerprint be entered before you can log on to your iPAQ Pocket PC.
Using the Fingerprint Reader To learn to enroll fingerprints: 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings, and then Password. 2. Select PIN or fingerprint from the down arrow list to access training. 3. Tap four digits in the PIN field. can tap OK at the top of the screen at anytime to exit the ✎ You training.
Using the Fingerprint Reader 4. Tap OK or ENTR. 5. Tap Yes to begin Fingerprint Reader training. 6. Read the swiping tips. 7. Tap the double arrows button.
Using the Fingerprint Reader 8. Follow the on-screen demonstration to swipe a finger. finger swipe is acceptable, the oval frame turns green and ✎ Ifthethemessage “Good! Please continue” displays. If the finger swipe is unacceptable, the oval frame turns red and the message “Poor quality. Try again!” displays. 9. Repeat the finger swiping exercise as prompted until you have completed six out of eight successful swipes. You must perform six acceptable swipes to continue the training. 10.
Using the Fingerprint Reader 12. Tap Finish to end the training. 13. Tap OK to exit or tap a finger to enroll. Work with Fingerprints iPAQ Fingerprint Reader suggests fingers for you to use during the swiping activity. You can select a different finger at any time. It is recommended that you enroll at least two fingers (index fingers are suggested). To enroll a fingerprint, you must take between two and eight quality finger swipes.
Using the Fingerprint Reader Enroll a Fingerprint The Fingerprint screen uses color coding to display the status of your fingerprint swipe. Fingerprint Status If the color around the oval is... Then... Blue No fingerprint has been taken for the finger. Green The fingerprint swipe was good quality. Red The fingerprint swipe was poor quality. To enroll a fingerprint: 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings, and then Password. 2.
Using the Fingerprint Reader 4. On the Fingerprint screen, tap the finger on the display you want to enroll. 5. Swipe the selected finger. It is recommended that you gently swipe your finger downward across the sensor. You should begin the swipe at the first joint of your finger and continue downward with a smooth slow motion. you need additional assistance at any time, tap the Training ✎ Ifbutton. 6. Monitor the status to see if your fingerprint was correctly swiped.
Using the Fingerprint Reader 7. Repeat steps 5 and 6 to acquire a sufficient number of quality swipes (notice the progress bar) to enroll the print. 8. Tap OK. 9. Tap Yes.
Using the Fingerprint Reader Delete a Fingerprint You can delete any saved fingerprints. 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings, and then Password. 2. Tap the finger you want to delete, and then tap Discard. 3. Tap Yes to confirm the deletion.
Using the Fingerprint Reader Set Logon Passwords You have a variety of options for setting logon passwords. You can select: ■ No password (default) ■ 4-digit PIN ■ Alphanumeric password ■ PIN or fingerprint ■ PIN and fingerprint ■ Alphanumeric password or fingerprint ■ Alphanumeric password and fingerprint ■ Fingerprint only you are using ActiveSync, you must enter a password on your ✎ Ifpersonal computer to begin synchronization.
Using the Fingerprint Reader Set “No password” for Logon In this mode, you are not required to enter a PIN, password, or fingerprint to log on. 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings, and then Password. 2. Select “No password” from the down arrow list. 3. Tap OK. 4. Tap Yes to save the changes.
Using the Fingerprint Reader 4. Tap four digits in the PIN field. 5. Tap OK or ENTR. 6. Tap Yes to save the changes. Set “Strong alphanumeric password” for Logon In this mode, you are required to enter a strong password with at least seven characters to logon. This password must contain a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numerals, or punctuation. 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings, and then Password. 2. Select “Strong alphanumeric password” from the down arrow list. 3.
Using the Fingerprint Reader 4. Enter seven alphanumeric characters in the Password field. password must have at least seven characters and contain ✎ Your both uppercase and lowercase letters and numbers. You can use punctuation marks. 5. Repeat step 4 in the Confirm field. 6. Tap OK. 7. Tap Yes to save. Set “PIN OR fingerprint” for Logon In this mode, you are required to enter a 4-digit PIN or fingerprint to logon. 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings, and then Password. 2.
Using the Fingerprint Reader Set “PIN AND fingerprint” for Logon In this mode, you are required to enter both a PIN and a fingerprint to logon. 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings, and then Password. 2. Select “PIN AND fingerprint” from down arrow list. 3. Select from the down arrow list the length of time the iPAQ Pocket PC can remain unused before you must reenter the PIN. 4. Tap four digits in the PIN field. 5. Tap OK or ENTR. 6. Tap the finger to enroll. 7. Swipe the selected finger, as instructed.
Using the Fingerprint Reader 3. Select from the down arrow list the length of time the iPAQ Pocket PC can remain unused before you must reenter the password. 4. Enter seven alphanumeric characters in the Password field. 5. Repeat step 4 in the Confirm field. 6. Tap OK. 7. Tap the finger to enroll. 8. Swipe the selected finger, as instructed. more information on finger swiping, see the section “Enroll a ✎ For Finger print” or tap the Training button. 9. Tap OK. 10. Tap Yes to save changes.
Using the Fingerprint Reader 6. Tap OK. 7. Tap the finger to enroll. 8. Swipe the selected finger, as instructed. more information on finger swiping, see the section “Enroll a ✎ For fingerprint” or tap the Training button. 9. Tap OK. 10. Tap Yes to save changes. Set “Fingerprint-only” for Logon In this mode, you are required to enter a successful fingerprint to logon.
Using the Fingerprint Reader 5. Tap OK. 6. Tap Yes to save changes. Logon Using PIN, Passwords, and Fingerprints If you have set up a PIN, password, and/or fingerprint for logon, you must enter the correct PIN, password, and/or successfully swipe the correct fingerprint to use your iPAQ Pocket PC. When you power on your iPAQ Pocket PC, you will be required to enter your logon information on the PIN, Password and/or Fingerprint screen.
Using the Fingerprint Reader Logon Using a Password You must enter the alphanumeric password you entered during setup. 1. Turn on your iPAQ Pocket PC. 2. Enter your password. 3. Tap OK or ENTR. Logon Using a PIN or Fingerprint You must enter a PIN or swipe the fingerprint you entered during setup. iPAQ Fingerprint Reader remembers your logon preference. The next time you logon, the PIN or Fingerprint window corresponding to your last logon will be displayed. 1. Turn on your iPAQ Pocket PC. 2.
Using the Fingerprint Reader Logon Using a Password or Fingerprint You must enter a password or swipe the finerprint you entered during setup. 1. Turn on your iPAQ Pocket PC. 2. Enter your password or swipe your enrolled finger. letters, numbers, or punctuation, tap the Keyboard button ✎ atTothetypebottom right corner of the screen. If you do not enter the correct password, you will be prompted to try again. 3. Swipe your fingerprint if you did not enter your password.
Using the Fingerprint Reader Logon Using a Fingerprint Only You must successfully swipe the fingerprint you entered during setup. Ä CAUTION: In the event that an incorrect or unsuccessful fingerprint is repeatedly or incorrectly entered, all data and programs stored in RAM are erased and the iPAQ Pocket PC is returned to the as-shipped configuration. It is recommended that you back up all data frequently when using the security features.The default number of attempts is six.
Using the Fingerprint Reader Set the Security Level 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings, and then Password. 2. In the Fingerprint screen, tap Options. 3. Select your preferred security level. 4. Tap OK.
Using the Fingerprint Reader Set the Maximum Number of Attempts Ä CAUTION: It is important to consider the maximum number of attempts. If you unsuccessfully enter your PIN, password, or fingerprint the maximum number of attempts, you will lose all data and programs in the RAM and your iPAQ Pocket PC will be returned to an as-shipped configuration. 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings, and then Password. 2. When using a PIN or password, tap Options, and then Max Logon Attemps.
Using the Fingerprint Reader 3. Select the maximum number of attempts. 4. Tap OK.
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6 Connecting Your iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 Series lets you connect to: ■ A computer ■ The Internet or your network can use the Microsoft Pocket PC Connection Wizard to help ✎ You you set up connection preferences. The wizard is located on the Companion CD or at http://www.pocketpc.
Connecting With Microsoft ActiveSync, you can: ■ Synchronize information manually or automatically ■ Synchronize information with your server while connected to your personal computer ■ Move files to and from your personal computer ■ Install programs on your iPAQ Pocket PC ■ Back up and restore information on your personal computer Sync with Personal Computer Ä CAUTION: For synchronization to work properly, install Microsoft ActiveSync before you connect your iPAQ Pocket PC to your computer.
Connecting To sync with a personal computer: 1. Insert the HP iPAQ Pocket PC companion CD into your computer. 2. Follow the instructions in the installation wizard. For more help, click the ActiveSync Help button during installation. The information you select will automatically synchronize when your installation is complete.
Connecting 8. From the Start menu on your iPAQ Pocket PC, tap ActiveSync. 9. Tap Tools. 10. Tap Connect via IR. 11. Align the IR ports to establish a connection. 12. Move the devices away from each other to disconnect.
Connecting ■ Select the files and information to synchronize with your computer ■ Select the files and information you do not want to synchronize with your computer (for example, e-mail attachments) ■ Determine how conflicts between information on your iPAQ Pocket PC and information on your computer are handled To change synchronization settings: 1. From your computer, open Microsoft ActiveSync. 2. From the Tools menu, click Options. a.
Connecting Move Files You can move files to and from your computer using Explore in ActiveSync and Windows Explorer. recommended that you store important information to ✎ IttheisiPAQ File Store folder located in the File Explorer on your iPAQ Pocket PC. To move files: 1. From your computer, open Microsoft ActiveSync. 2. Click Explore. 3. Double-click the My Pocket PC icon. 4. Right-click the Start menu on your personal computer, and then select Explore. 5. Locate the file you want to move.
Connecting 6. Drag and drop your files between your Pocket PC and Windows Explorer. ActiveSync converts the files so they can be used by the Pocket Office programs, if necessary. Ä CAUTION: You should move your files directly into My Documents or into a folder inside your My Documents folder, so the programs on your iPAQ Pocket PC can find your files.
Connecting Connect to the Internet or Your Network To send and receive e-mail with Inbox and view Web sites with Pocket Internet Explorer, you can set up a remote connection using: ■ Wireless LAN (see Chapter 3) ■ Bluetooth (see Chapter 4) ■ Modem card Use a Modem Card To connect to the Internet with a modem card, you need a phone line, a dial-up Internet Service Provider, and an optional Single-Slot or Dual-Slot PC Card Expansion Pack, Expansion Pack Plus, or CompactFlash (CF) Card Expansion Pack.
Connecting 4. Make sure Internet Settings is selected. 5. Tap Modify, and then New. 6. Enter a name for the connection, select the modem type, and then select the correct baud rate for that modem. 7. If you need to enter the TCP/IP settings, tap Advanced, and then tap TCP/IP. 8. Select “Use specific IP address.” 9. Enter your IP address. 10. Tap OK, and then Next. 11. Enter the phone number for your Internet Service Provider, and then tap Next.
Connecting 12. Tap Finish to set up the modem connection. 13. Tap OK. 14. Tap OK to return to Settings. Synchronize Links You can synchronize links to Web sites from your Favorites list on your personal computer to view them with Pocket Internet Explorer. To synchronize links to Web sites: 1. From the Start menu on your personal computer, click Programs. 2. Open Internet Explorer on your personal computer. 3. Click Favorites to see the list of links to your favorite Web sites. 4.
Connecting Enter an Internet Address (URL) With Pocket Internet Explorer and a connection to the Internet, you can view Web sites on your iPAQ Pocket PC by typing a 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. For more information, see the bonus software on the CD. To enter an Internet address: 1. From the Start menu, tap Internet Explorer. 2. Tap View, and then Address Bar. 3.
Connecting Select from 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 a Web site from your Favorites list. To select from a Favorites list: 1. From the Start menu, tap Internet Explorer. 2. Tap the Favorites icon and the Web site you want to view.
7 Communicating Your HP iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 Series lets you communicate in many ways: ■ Create and organize contacts ■ Use the e-mail Inbox ■ Record messages with the microphone ■ Take notes ■ Use MSN messenger Work with Contacts You can enter and view information about friends, family members, or business associates in the Contacts program.
Communicating To create a contact: 1. From the Start menu, tap Contacts. 2. Tap New to create a new contact. 3. Tap any item and enter information. Scroll down to see more fields. 4. Tap the down arrow next to any item and enter additional details about the item. For example, tap the Name down arrow to enter the contact’s title, first, middle, and last name, and suffix. 5. Tap OK to save the contact information and return to the list of contacts. View a List of Contacts 1.
Communicating 4. Tap a contact’s name. Edit Contact Information 1. Tap a contact’s name. 2. Tap Edit to see the contact information. 3. Edit the contact information. 4. Tap OK to save the contact information and return to the list of contacts. Categorize Contacts You can use categories to filter your list of contacts. This helps you view and edit your contact information. category will not display unless a contact has been ✎ Aassigned to it. To categorize contacts: 1. From the Start menu, tap Contacts.
Communicating 3. Tap Edit to see the contact information. 4. Tap the Categories field to see a list of available categories. You may need to scroll down to see the Categories field.
Communicating 5. Tap the Add/Delete tab to create a category. 6. Enter the name of the new category, and then tap Add. 7. Tap OK to place your contact in the category.
Communicating 8. Tap the Categories field again to place your contact in additional categories. 9. Tap additional category names to select them, and then tap OK to list the categories you selected in the Categories field. 10. Tap OK to save the category information and return to the list of contacts. Delete Contacts Ä CAUTION: If you delete a contact on your iPAQ Pocket PC and synchronize Contacts with your computer, you may delete the contact in Outlook on your computer. To delete contacts: 1.
Communicating 4. Tap and hold a contact’s name to see a pop-up menu. 5. Tap Delete Contact to remove the contact from the list. 6. Tap Yes to delete the contact permanently. Use the Inbox Send and receive e-mail by synchronizing your iPAQ Pocket PC with your personal computer using Microsoft ActiveSync or by connecting to the Internet or network through an e-mail service. Use ActiveSync to send and receive e-mail. You can read and compose e-mail offline using your iPAQ Pocket PC.
Communicating The Inbox on your iPAQ Pocket PC is similar to the Inbox on your computer. E-mail is saved in five default folders: ■ Inbox ■ Outbox ■ Deleted Items ■ Drafts ■ Sent Items Set Up E-mail If you are using a wireless Internet or network connection, you must set up an e-mail service. To set up e-mail service: 1. From the Start menu, tap Inbox. 2. Tap Services. 3. Tap New Service.
Communicating 4. Enter configuration information for your wireless e-mail service in the next five screens. Tap Next when finished with each one. ✎ Tap the Question Mark icon for help on any screen. Compose/Send E-mail You can compose e-mail from the Inbox or Today screen. If you want to compose and send e-mail, tap Services in the Inbox, and then select the e-mail service you want to use (see “Set Up E-mail”). To compose and send e-mail: 1. From the Start menu, tap Inbox. 2.
Communicating 3. Tap Send to place the e-mail in the Outbox. The e-mail is sent when you synchronize or automatically if you are connected to the Internet or your network through a wireless e-mail service. 4. If you do not want to send your e-mail yet, tap OK to leave your e-mail in the Drafts folder.
Communicating you are ready to send your e-mail, reestablish your ✎ When wireless connection, tap Open, and then Send. Add an Attachment 1. From the Start menu, tap Inbox. 2. Tap New to write a new e-mail. 3. Tap Edit. 4. Tap Add Attachment to see all folders in My Documents.
Communicating 5. Tap the file you want to attach. You may have to scroll to view your document name. 6. See the file name you selected below the body of the e-mail. ✎ You can record a message and attach it to an e-mail. do not receive e-mail attachments by default. You can select ✎ You this option in ActiveSync.
Communicating Receive E-mail Receive e-mail by synchronizing your iPAQ Pocket PC Inbox with your personal computer using ActiveSync or by connecting to the Internet or your network through an e-mail service. If you are using ActiveSync, you can synchronize your personal folders from Outlook on your computer with Inbox on your iPAQ Pocket PC. do not receive e-mail attachments by default. You can select ✎ You this option in ActiveSync. To receive e-mail: 1. From the Start menu, tap Inbox. 2. Tap Services.
Communicating 2. Tap the down arrow next to Inbox to see a list of your folders. 3. Tap the folder where you saved the e-mail. 4. Tap the e-mail to open it. Delete E-mail When you delete e-mail, it is placed in the Deleted Items folder, but the e-mail is not permanently deleted until you tap Empty Deleted Items from the Tools menu.
Communicating To delete e-mail: 1. From the Start menu, tap Inbox. 2. Tap the folder where you saved the e-mail. 3. Tap and hold the e-mail you want to delete. 4. Tap Delete to move the e-mail to the Deleted Items folder. 5. Tap Tools, and then Empty Deleted Items to permanently delete the e-mail. Ä CAUTION: When you delete e-mail from your iPAQ Pocket PC, you also delete it from your personal computer.
Communicating Manage Folders If you are using an e-mail service, you can use folders to organize your e-mail. You can also create additional folders that you can rename or delete. are using ActiveSync, you cannot create additional folders ✎ Ifin you the Inbox. However, you can synchronize your personal folders from Outlook on your computer with Inbox on your iPAQ Pocket PC. You cannot rename or delete these folders in Inbox. 1. From the Start menu, tap Inbox. 2. Tap Services. 3.
Communicating 6. Tap Rename to rename a folder. 7. Tap Remove Folder to delete a folder you created. 8. Tap Yes to permanently delete the folder. Record Voice You can record your voice or any other sound as a note within the Calendar, Contacts, Notes, and Tasks programs. In the Notes program, you can create stand-alone recordings, which are stored as separate .wav files in File Explorer.
Communicating Make a Recording 1. From the Start menu, tap Notes. 2. Tap the Cassette Tape icon located at the bottom of the screen to see the recording controls. 3. Tap the Record icon to start recording. 4. Position the microphone to record your voice or other sounds. 5. Tap the Stop icon to finish recording. the quality of your recording, tap Settings, System, ✎ ToiPAQimprove Audio, and then Microphone AGC. Listen to a Recording 1. From the Start menu, tap Notes. 2. Tap a recording. 3.
Communicating Take Notes You can take notes in the Calendar, Contacts, Notes, and Tasks programs. You can type, write, draw, or record in your note. In addition, you can compose an original note or a note based on a template. Create a Note 1. From the Start menu, tap Notes. 2. Tap New. 3. Tap anywhere and enter your note. 4. Tap OK to save your note and place it in the list of notes.
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8 Scheduling Your iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 Series helps you keep track of your schedule in many ways. You can: ■ See information at a glance on the Today screen ■ Set appointments and create reminders with the Calendar ■ Create a task list Use the Today Screen Use the Today screen to view your: ■ Owner information ■ Upcoming appointments ■ Unsent messages ■ Tasks that need to be completed When you set up your device, you’ll first see the Today screen.
Scheduling You can also display it by tapping then Today. On the Today screen, you can see at a glance the information you need for the day. Tap to switch to a program. Tap to view notification messages. Tap to change volume or mute all sounds. Tap to view battery status. Tap to change date and time. Tap to open an item. Your day at a glance. Tap to read e-mail. Tap to create a new item. Tap to view connection status.
Scheduling ■ Word documents To create information: 1. 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. Change Information From the Today screen, you can change: ■ Owner information ■ Upcoming appointments ■ Unsent messages ■ Tasks that need to be completed For more information on changing these items, see the appropriate instructions for each task in this guide.
Scheduling Change Settings From the Today Settings screen, you can: ■ Add a picture as the background ■ Select the information you see ■ Set the order of the information ■ Decide when to see the Today screen To change the background: 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings. 2. Tap Today. 3. Select “Use this picture as the background” check box. 4. Tap Browse to select a picture from File Explorer. To change the order of information: 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings. 2. Tap Today. 3.
Scheduling 4. Tap an item to highlight it. 5. 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. 6. 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. 7. Tap OK.
Scheduling Use the Calendar You can use the Calendar to schedule appointments and set reminders. You can view your calendar by: ■ Agenda ■ Day ■ Week ■ Month ■ Year the Calendar icon on the Today screen to navigate quickly ✎ Tap to Calendar. Look at the Calendar By default, the Calendar first appears in the Agenda view. The Agenda view provides the most detail about your appointments. From the Start menu, tap Calendar to view your appointments.
Scheduling Change the Calendar View By default, the Calendar first appears in the Agenda view, which provides the most detail about your appointment. You can also view your calendar by: ■ Day ■ Week ■ Month ■ Year 1. From the Start menu, tap Calendar. 2. Tap the Agenda, Day, Week, Month, or Year icon to see your calendar in that view.
Scheduling Customize the Calendar Appearance You can change the appearance of your calendar by setting the first day of the week, how many days in a week you want to view, the number of weeks and the half-hour time slots, font size, and reminders.
Scheduling Schedule Appointments 1. From the Start menu, tap Calendar. 2. Tap New to schedule an appointment. 3. Enter a subject or select from the Subject drop-down list. 4. Tap any item to enter additional information. 5. Tap OK to schedule the appointment. can schedule an appointment and set a reminder from the ✎ You Today screen. Create Reminders You can create a reminder when you schedule an appointment or you can do it later. To create reminders: 1. From the Start menu, tap Calendar. 2.
Scheduling 3. Tap Edit. 4. Tap the second Reminder field to select the time interval between reminders. The default is 15 minutes. Delete Appointments 1. From the Start menu, tap Calendar. 2. Tap an appointment. 3. Tap Tools. 4. Tap Delete Appointment. 5. Tap Yes to confirm deletion. Categorize Appointments You can use categories to filter the appointments in your calendar. To categorize appointments: 1. From the Start menu, tap Calendar. 2. Tap an appointment. 3. Tap Edit.
Scheduling 4. Tap the Categories field to see a list of available categories. 5. Tap Add/Delete to create a category. 6. Enter the name of the new category. 7. Tap Add. 8. Tap OK to place your appointment in the category. 9. Tap the Categories field to place your appointment in more categories. 10. Tap additional category names to select them. 11. Tap OK to list the categories you selected in the Categories field. 12. Tap OK to save the category information and return to the Calendar screen.
Scheduling Request Meetings You can schedule a meeting and send a meeting request through ActiveSync or an e-mail service. you can send a meeting request, you must enter contacts ✎ Before with e-mail addresses in the Contacts program and set up the Inbox program to send and receive e-mail. To request a meeting: 1. From the Start menu, tap Calendar, Tools, Options. 2. Tap the “Send meeting requests via” down arrow. 3. Tap the e-mail service you want to use to send a meeting request, and then tap OK. 4.
Scheduling Use Tasks Use Tasks to: ■ Create new tasks ■ Set a reminder for a task ■ Delete a task ■ Sort your task list by category, status, priority, subject, start date, and due date Create a Task You can create a task from the Today screen. To create a task: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap Tasks. 3. Tap New to create a new task. 4. Enter a subject or select from the Subject dropdown list. 5. Tap any item to enter additional information. 6. Tap Due to add a due date for the task.
Scheduling 7. Tap Reminder, and then select “Remind me.” 8. Tap the date you want to be reminded. 9. Tap OK to set the reminder and create the task. Create a Task Quickly You can create a task quickly by customizing Tasks, so you see an Entry Bar at the top of the Tasks screen. To quickly create a task: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap Tasks. 3. Tap Tools. 4. Tap Entry Bar. 5. Enter the subject. 6. Set a priority: a. For high priority, tap the exclamation point. b.
Scheduling Delete a Task 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap Tasks. 3. Tap the task you want to delete. 4. Tap Tools. 5. Tap Delete Task. 6. Tap Yes to permanently delete the task. Sort Tasks 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap Tasks. 3. Tap the down arrow at the top left of the screen to sort the task list by category. 4. Select a category.
Scheduling 5. Tap the down arrow at the top right of the screen to sort the task list by status, priority, subject, start date, or due date. 6. Select a sort option. Change Appearance of Tasks You can change the appearance of Tasks to use a large font, show the start and end dates, and set reminders for new items. 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap Tasks. 3. Tap Tools. 4. Tap Options. 5. Select the Tasks options. 6. Tap OK.
9 Using Software You can use the programs on your iPAQ Pocket PC h5400 Series to: ■ Open or create Word documents ■ Open or create Excel workbooks ■ Read eBooks with Microsoft Reader* ■ Use the Media Player ■ Use Pocket Internet Explorer *The Microsoft Reader may not be available in your country. Use Pocket Word You can create new Word documents from your iPAQ Pocket PC or synchronize existing Word documents from your personal computer to your iPAQ Pocket PC.
Using Software Pocket Word does not support items like: ■ Columns ■ Numbered lists ■ Headers and footers ■ Footnotes ■ Style sheets more help with Pocket Word, tap Help from the Start menu, ✎ For and tap Pocket Word. Create a New Document ✎ Create a new document from the Today screen by tapping New. To create a new document: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap Pocket Word. 3. Tap New to create a new document.
Using Software 4. Tap View, and then tap Toolbar to format text. 5. Tap OK to close and save the document. The document is automatically saved as a Pocket Word Document with the first few words of your text as its name. You may want to rename it. can install programs and save files to the iPAQ File Store ✎ You folder. The iPAQ File Store is accessed from the File Explorer on your iPAQ Pocket PC. You can store up to 20 MB of information (see section “Save to File Store”).
Using Software Open a Word Document Ä CAUTION: Pocket Word recognizes and displays only documents saved in the My Documents folder or one folder below it. Files saved elsewhere cannot be displayed. To open a Word document: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap Pocket Word. 3. Tap a document to open it.
Using Software To change Pocket Word options: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap Pocket Word. 3. Tap Tools, and then Options. 4. Tap the Default template down arrow to select a default template. 4 5 6 5. Tap the Save to down arrow to store documents in main memory or on a storage card.
Using Software 6. Tap the Display in list view down arrow to select which types of documents to display in the list view. 7. Tap OK to save the options. Use Pocket Excel You can create Excel workbooks from your iPAQ Pocket PC or synchronize existing Excel workbooks from your personal computer to your iPAQ Pocket PC. ActiveSync converts Excel workbooks into the Pocket Excel format and changes the .xls extension to a .pxl extension.
Using Software Pocket Excel does not support items like: ■ Data validation ■ Cell notes ■ Add-ins ■ Protection ■ Scenarios ■ Object charts ■ Vertical alignment ■ Text boxes ■ Embedded OLE objects ■ Hyperlinks more help with Pocket Excel, tap Help from the Start menu, ✎ For and tap Pocket Excel. Create a Workbook can create a new workbook from the Today screen by ✎ You tapping New. To create a workbook: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap Pocket Excel.
Using Software 3. Tap New to create a new workbook. 4. Tap OK to close and save the workbook. The workbook is automatically saved as a Pocket Excel workbook named Book1. Depending on how many workbooks you have created since opening Pocket Excel, you may want to rename it. can install programs and save files to the iPAQ File Store ✎ You folder. The iPAQ File Store is accessed from the File Explorer on your iPAQ Pocket PC.
Using Software Change Excel Options You can change options to select: ■ A template for new workbooks ■ Whether workbooks are stored in main memory or on a storage card ■ Which types of workbooks are displayed in the list view To change Excel options: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap Pocket Excel. 3. Tap Tools, and then Options. 4. Tap the Template for new workbook down arrow to select a template. 4 5 6 5.
Using Software 6. Tap the Files to display in list view down arrow to select which workbooks are displayed in the list view. 7. Tap OK to save the options. Use Microsoft Reader Use Microsoft Reader to read and listen to eBooks. You must activate the Microsoft Reader the first time you use it. Before you can copy protected eBooks from the Internet, the reader must be activated. To activate your reader, you must have a Hotmail, MSN, or Passport account.
Using Software Activate the Reader You must activate the Microsoft Reader to copy protected eBooks. To activate the reader: 1. Connect your iPAQ Pocket PC to your computer. 2. Open Internet Explorer on your computer. 3. Go to http://das.microsoft.com/activate Read an eBook Read your eBook from start to finish or select specific topics. If you close your eBook and later want to open it, your eBook will open on the last page you read. To read an eBook: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2.
Using Software 4. Tap the page number or left and right arrows to move backward and forward in the book. jump to a topic, tap a link. Links can occur throughout the text ✎ Toor table of contents. To return from a link, tap the title of the eBook, and then tap Return. Copy eBooks You can copy eBooks from any eBook retailer to your iPAQ Pocket PC. To copy an eBook: 1. Connect your iPAQ Pocket PC to your personal computer. 2.
Using Software Delete eBooks You can delete an eBook from your iPAQ Pocket PC library. If your eBook is stored on your personal computer, you can copy it again to your iPAQ Pocket PC. To delete an eBook: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap Microsoft Reader. 3. Tap and hold the title of your eBook. 4. Tap Delete. 5. Tap Yes.
Using Software Listen to an eBook You can listen to an Audible eBook on your iPAQ Pocket PC. For more information on buying and listening to Audible eBooks, go to http://www.audible.com To listen to an eBook: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2. Tap Microsoft Reader. 3. Tap the title. 4. Tap Play to listen to the book. 5. Tap Stop to quit listening to the book.
Using Software 3. Tap the title. 4. Highlight and hold the text where you want to create an annotation, and then tap Add Bookmark, Add Highlight, Add Text Note, or Add Drawing from the pop-up menu. Change the Microsoft Reader Options You can customize the Microsoft Reader to meet your individual needs. Choose to see visual guides, allow annotations (bookmarks, text notes, drawings, or highlights), or adjust the size of the font. To change the reader options: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs. 2.
Using Software 4. Tap the Visual Guides option. 5. Tap Page 1. 6. Select the Annotations options. 7. Tap Page 2. 8. Tap and drag the cursor along the ruler to adjust the font size. 9. Tap Library to return to the list of eBooks.
Using Software Use the Windows Media Player You can use the Windows Media Player to listen to music or play video from your iPAQ Pocket PC by downloading files: ■ Onto your personal computer and transferring them to your iPAQ Pocket PC ■ Directly onto your iPAQ Pocket PC using your wireless LAN more information about using Windows Media Player, tap the ✎ For Windows icon, and then tap Help from within the Media Player.
Using Software ■ FhG MP3 ■ Streamed content in Windows Media format using WM protocols (HTTP and MMS) Indicates the progress of the current track. Tap to adjust volume. Tap to stop. Tap to play or pause. Tap to skip to the next song. Tap to play a previous song. Internet music files are protected by licensing technology. ✎ Some Windows Media Player uses Digital Rights Management (DRM) for the electronic licensing procedure.
Using Software Copy Music to Your iPAQ Pocket PC You can copy music that is in one of the accepted formats from your personal computer to the iPAQ Pocket PC. You drag and drop the music file into the My Documents folder located in RAM or onto a storage card. You must have the Windows Media Player installed on your personal computer to copy music from an audio CD to your iPAQ Pocket PC.
Using Software Play Music on Your iPAQ Pocket PC 1. Tap Start, and then Windows Media. 2. Tap Select. 3. Tap the down arrow and Local Content to display media files stored on the iPAQ Pocket PC. 4. Tap to select the desired file.
Using Software 5. Tap the Play icon. default, Media Player will play all files stored as local content ✎ By on the iPAQ Pocket PC. You can repeat a file and shuffle the contents by selecting Tools, and then Repeat or Shuffle. Create Playlists You can organize music and video files into playlists. To create a playlist: 1. Tap Start, and then Windows Media. 2. Tap Select.
Using Software 3. Tap the down arrow, and then Organize Playlists. 4. Tap New to name your playlist, and then tap OK. 5. Select the files to include in this playlist. 6. Tap OK to display your new playlist. 7. Tap OK.
Using Software Play a Playlist 1. Tap Start, and then Windows Media. 2. Tap Select. 3. Tap the down arrow and tap the playlist name to display its contents. 4. Tap OK, and then the Play icon to start the playlist. can delete and rename playlists by using the Organize ✎ You Playlists menu option. You can also edit playlists by using the Edit icon while viewing a playlist. Play Video You can play and manage video files just like music. You must have an internet connection to play streaming video.
Using Software Use Pocket Internet Explorer You can use Pocket Internet Explorer (Pocket IE) to view web or WAP pages on your iPAQ Pocket PC by downloading pages while connected to the Internet or through synchronization. While browsing, you can download files and programs to your iPAQ Pocket PC. more information, tap Start, Help, and then Pocket Internet ✎ For Explorer. Use Pocket IE When Connected With Pocket IE, you can use mobile browsing when connected to the Internet. 1. Tap Start. 2.
Using Software To cache content for viewing even when disconnected from the Internet: 1. Tap Start. 2. Tap Internet Explorer. 3. Tap Tools, and then Options. 4. In the General tab, select the number of days to save the history of pages visited. 5. Tap OK. Synchronize Favorites You can have the URLs of your favorite Web sites at your fingertips. Synchronizing a mobile favorite allows you to view Internet content on your iPAQ Pocket PC while you are disconnected. To synchronize favorites: 1.
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10 Using the Universal Remote You can use Nevo software to turn your iPAQ Pocket PC into a universal remote control.
Using the Universal Remote Learn the Icons The universal remote contains several icons that you tap to perform actions or access screens. For information on each of these icons, tap the Question Mark icon. Use the Configuration Icons You can use the configuration icons to customize, select user menus, or select rooms. The configuration icons are located at the bottom of the main Nevo screen. To customize the home, screens, or favorites, tap the Customize icon.
Using the Universal Remote Add a Device You must add a device to the wheel before you can control it with the universal remote. You can set up the universal remote to control up to 12 devices in a room. The universal remote comes pre-programmed with codes for thousands of infrared supported devices. You can download other codes from the Nevo Web site, http://www.mynevo.com You can automatically transfer all the remote control settings to your iPAQ Pocket PC.
Using the Universal Remote 3. Tap Next. 4. Tap the Device down arrow, select your device from the list, and then tap Next.
Using the Universal Remote 5. Select the setup method. To identify your device by... Then select... Brand By brand Specific device number By device ID Searching through device numbers By stepping through device IDs Searching through models By updating brands from the Web site downloaded from MyNevo.com is recommended that you search for your device by ✎ Itmanufacturer’s brand name. 6. Tap Next.
Using the Universal Remote 7. Select specific device and device ID. The procedure varies depending upon the setup method selected in step 5. For this example, we are selecting our device by brand. Tap the Brand down arrow and select your brand. 8. Tap the Power icon to test whether you can power on and off your device. If not, choose another code from the Selection list and repeat step 8. 9. Tap Next.
Using the Universal Remote 10. Select an icon for your device, and then tap Next. The universal remote automatically assigns an icon to your device, but you can change it. 11. Enter a name for the device. 12. Tap Next to view your device on the wheel.
Using the Universal Remote Change a Device You can change the setup information for a device. 1. From the Start menu, tap Nevo. 2. Tap the Room icon, and then select the room containing the device. 3. Tap the icon for the device on the wheel. 4. Tap the Wrench icon, and then Edit Device.... 5. Follow the on-screen instructions to make the changes. Delete a Device 1. From the Start menu, tap Nevo. 2. Tap the device icon. 3. Tap the Wrench icon, and then Delete Device. 4. Tap Yes to confirm the deletion.
Using the Universal Remote Turn on a Device 1. From the Start menu, select Nevo. You can choose Start, Programs, and then Nevo. 2. Click a device on the wheel to position it at the top of the wheel. 3. Tap the Power button.
Using the Universal Remote Add Activities You can customize the keys on devices to switch activities. You can turn on more than one device at a time. To add an activity: 1. Tap the Room icon to select where the devices are located. 2. Tap the Add Activity icon or tap the Wrench icon, and then Add Activity.
Using the Universal Remote 3. Tap Next.
Using the Universal Remote 4. Tap Next. 5. Tap the icon for device you want to control. 6. Record the keystrokes for commanding multiple operations into one activity. command multiple devices, tap the Home icon, select another ✎ Todevice, and follow the mini wizard to enter keystroke commands. 7. Tap the Wrench icon and select Stop. 8. Tap the Wrench icon, and then tap Test to test your keystrokes.
Using the Universal Remote 9. Tap Finish Wizard. 10. Assign an icon to the activity. Activities are designated in gold on the wheel.
Using the Universal Remote 11. Assign a name to the activity, and then tap Next. 12. Notice the activity on the wheel.
Using the Universal Remote Change an Activity You can change an activity assigned to a room. 1. From the Start menu, tap Nevo. 2. Tap the Room icon, and then select the room for the activity. 3. Tap the icon for the activity. 4. Tap the Wrench icon, and then Edit Activity.... 5. Follow the wizard to make changes and enter keystrokes. sure you check “Record a new sequence of keystrokes” if ✎ Make you want to change the input strokes. 6. Tap the Wrench icon, and then Stop. 7.
Using the Universal Remote Set Up a Room You can program the universal remote to control devices in each room. To set up a room: 1. From the Start menu, tap Nevo. 2. Tap the Room icon, and then Add Room. 3. Tap Next. 4. Assign an icon to the room, and then tap Next. 5. Enter a room label and select a region from Regions down arrow list. 6. Tap Next. Add a Device to a Room After you set up a room, you can assign a device to it. For more information on setting up a room, see section “To set up a room.” 1.
Using the Universal Remote Delete a Room 1. From the Start menu, tap Nevo. 2. Tap the Room icon, and then select the room to delete. 3. Tap the Room icon again, and then Delete Room. 4. Tap Yes to confirm the deletion. Add a Favorite Channel You can add a favorite channel to your device. the Channel icon to modify a channel setup. If you have ✎ Tap multiple pages of favorites, tap the Right and Left arrow icons to scroll through the pages. To add a favorite: 1. From the Start menu, tap Nevo. 2.
Using the Universal Remote 11. Assign a name to your favorite channel. 12. Tap the Wrench icon, and then select Add Page. Change a Favorite You can change a stored favorite channel. 1. From the Start menu, tap Nevo. 2. Tap the Favorites icon, and then select the favorite to change. 3. Tap the Wrench icon, and then Edit Favorite.... 4. Follow the wizard to make changes. sure you check “Record a new sequence of keystrokes” if ✎ Make you want to change the input strokes. 5.
Using the Universal Remote Change a User Profile You can change user information. 1. From the Start menu, tap Nevo. 2. Tap the User icon, the Edit User. 3. Tap Next. 4. Type a name for the user, and then tap Next. Download Device Codes and Key Functions You can download setup codes and iPAQ Pocket PC serial key functions from MyNevo.com. You must register at http://www.MyNevo.com to download information. The registration process requires your iPAQ Pocket PC serial number and library code.
Using the Universal Remote 5. Tap the Add Device icon. 6. Tap the device you downloaded from the By Brand down arrow list. 7. Follow the wizard. Download Key Functions It is recommended that you follow the instructions on the MyNevo.com device advanced key functions download center. 1. Establish a partnership between your iPAQ Pocket PC and your personal computer (see Chapter 1 for more information). 2. From your personal computer, go to http://www.MyNevo.com 3.
Using the Universal Remote Work with Function Keys You can add, edit, and learn functions for the universal remote. Add Function Keys 1. From the Start menu, tap Nevo. 2. Tap the Control screen icon. 3. Tap the Wrench icon, and then Add Key. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Edit Function Keys 1. From the Start menu, tap Nevo. 2. Tap the Control screen icon. 3. Tap the Wrench icon, and then Edit Key. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions. Learn Function Keys 1. From the Start menu, tap Nevo. 2.
Using the Universal Remote Copy Function Keys 1. From the Start menu, tap Nevo. 2. Tap the Wrench icon, and then Copy Key. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Move Function Keys 1. From the Start menu, tap Nevo. 2. Tap the Wrench icon, and then Move Key. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions. Delete Function Keys 1. From the Start menu, tap Nevo. 2. Tap the Wrench icon, and then Delete Key. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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 Reference 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 For questions regarding this FCC declaration, contact: Hewlett-Packard Company P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 510101 Houston, Texas 77269-2000 Or, call (281) 514-3333 To identify this product, refer to the Part, Series, or Model number found on the product.
Regulatory Notices Battery Warning Ä CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace with only the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Å WARNING: This computer contains an internal lithium polymer 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.
Regulatory Notices Wireless Notices In some 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 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 Japanese Notice Reference Guide A–7
Regulatory Notices 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. Å A–8 WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury, electric shock, fire, or damage to the equipment, plug the AC Adapter into an electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times.
B Hardware Specifications System Specifications Specifications System Feature hp iPAQ h5400 Series Processor 400 MHz Intel XScale Memory 64 MB SDRAM or greater ROM 48 MB or greater SDIO Storage Memory card and SDIO ready Display Transflective color TFT, 240 x 320 pixels, 64K color support, .24-dot pitch LED Backlight Multi-level brightness adjustment, light sensor for automatic adjustment of brightness level Audio Speaker, 3.
Hardware Specifications Specifications (Continued) System Feature hp iPAQ h5400 Series Communications Communication port, Expansion Pack connector Indicators 3-mode alarm notification: Flashing green LED, tone, pop-up message Charge active: flashing/solid amber LED Bluetooth active: flashing/solid blue LED WLAN active: flashing green LED WLAN enabled but not connected: flashing amber LED Battery Removable/rechargeable Lithium Polymer with internal memory backup battery Physical Specifications hp iP
Hardware Specifications Operating Environment Environment US Temperature Operating Nonoperating -22° to 140° F -30° to 60° C Relative Humidity Operating 10 to 90% 10 to 90% Nonoperating 10 to 90% 10 to 90% Operating 0–15,000 ft 4,572 meters Nonoperating 0–15,000 ft 4,572 meters Maximum Altitude Reference Guide 32° to 104° F Metric 0° to 40° C B–3
Hardware Specifications B–4 Reference Guide
Index Index A AC Adapter 2–38 ActiveSync back up Pocket PC 2–27 connect to computer 6–1 restore Pocket PC memory 2–27 application buttons customize 2–45 applications close 2–43 install 2–45 open 2–42 appointments categorize 8–10 delete 8–10 schedule 8–9 AvantGo 6–2 B back up Pocket PC 2–27 backlight 2–15 Block Recognizer 2–8 C Calendar 8–6 charging the Pocket PC 2–38 connect to the Internet 6–8 Reference Guide to your network 6–8 contacts 7–1 categorize 7–3 create 7–1 delete 7–6 edit 7–2 view 7–2 conve
Index manage folders 7–16 open 7–13 receive 7–13 e-mail service, set up 7–8 enter information 2–1 F files, move to, from computer 6–6 folders 7–16 I Inbox 7–7 infrared connection connect computer 6–1 install applications 2–45 K keyboard 2–4 L Letter Recognizer 2–6 link to Web sites 6–10 M Microsoft Reader 9–10 copy ebooks 9–12 delete eBook 9–13 N network, connect 6–8 notes write 7–19 O onscreen keyboard 2–4 options, change Microsoft Reader 9–15 Word 9–4 Index–2 word suggestions 2–2 P Pocket Excel
Index V view contacts 7–2 voice recording 7–17 W Web sites synchronize links 6–10 Windows Explorer 6–6 Word 9–1 word suggestions, change options 2–2 write on screen 2–9 writing, convert to text 2–10 Reference Guide Index–3
