User’s Guide ET180 Pocket PC Phone
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Abo ut th is Use r ’s Guid e About this User’s Guide Welcome to the ET180 Pocket PC Phone User’s Guide. This Guide is designed to help you get up and running quickly with your new ET180—a Windows® Powered Pocket PC 2002, Phone Edition device. It describes all you need to know about how to use your new mobile companion as well as the application programs that come with it.
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Contents About this User’s Guide iii First things first ix Your guides. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x Preparing to use your ET180 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
To use Find . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 To use File Explorer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Using ActiveSyncTM. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 4 Managing Microsoft® Pocket Outlook® applications 31 Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Working with contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Chatting with contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 Terminal Services Client . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Connecting to a terminal server . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Tips when using Terminal Services Client . .
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Troubleshooting reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Troubleshooting procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
First th in gs first Your guides First things first We would like to thank you for making ET180 your choice for your mobile computing and communication needs. Your new sleek ET180 is a fully integrated PDA-mobile phone tool. It combines the power of high-performance PDA applications for organising personal and work-related information with the functionality of a mobile phone for communicating with your contacts.
F i rst th ing s first Optional accessories Optional accessories To create more variety and expand the capabilities of your ET180, you can purchase the following optional accessories. • • • Keypad module USB sync cable Extra battery pack • • • Plug adapter Leather cover Software licence agreement Preparing to use your ET180 Perform the following easy setup tasks to begin using your device: 3 4 5 6 Install the Microsoft® ActiveSyncTM software in your computer. Insert the SIM card.
First th in gs first Preparing to use your ET180 Refer to the ActiveSyncTM software online Help for information on how to use the software. If at any time, you would like to restart this setup program, simply re-insert the CD into the CD-ROM drive. Installing the battery pack Your ET180 uses a high-density removable and rechargeable 1480 mAH Lithium Ion polymer battery pack. Refer to the succeeding section for instructions on how to install the battery pack to your device.
F i rst th ing s first Preparing to use your ET180 IMPORTANT: Do not remove the battery pack for more than 30 minutes. The embedded backup battery cell can only provide power for this period of time after which you risk losing all data on the internal memory of your device. Connecting the USB cradle The cradle that comes with your device enables you to charge your device, as well as synchronise the information on your device with those in your computer using ActiveSyncTM technology.
First th in gs first Preparing to use your ET180 To charge your ET180 1 2 3 Plug the AC adapter into any AC current outlet. Connect the AC adapter cord to the power socket at the back of the cradle. Slide the device into the front pocket of the cradle until it clicks into place. The connection is secure when the bottom edge of the device is aligned smoothly with the cradle, and the LED indicator on the device’s power button lights up green.
F i rst th ing s first Preparing to use your ET180 To recharge the device using the AC adapter cord: When travelling you can still recharge your device and avoid the bulk of carrying the cradle by using the AC adapter cord to directly connect to a power outlet. 1 Plug the AC adapter into any AC current outlet. 2 Connect the AC adapter cord to the universal connector of your device. Setting up your ET180 After you have initially charged your device for about 4 hours, you can now set it up for use.
First th in gs first Preparing to use your ET180 2 Follow the onscreen instructions on the Welcome Screen Wizard. Performing the first synchronisation process After completing the setup procedures you can now perform the first ActiveSyncTM operation with the help of the 'New Partnership' setup wizard.
F i rst th ing s first Taking care of your ET180 The 'New Partnership' setup wizard will automatically start on your computer screen. NOTE: If the wizard does not automatically appear, launch ActiveSyncTM on your computer by clicking on its icon from Start > Programs. 3 Follow the onscreen instructions. The first synchronisation process will automatically begin when you finish using the wizard. After your first synchronisation, take a look at Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks on your device.
First th in gs first Taking care of your ET180 • • If the device went into sleep mode, allow ample time before turning it back on to allow for a smoother power mode transition. Use the correct external power source. The device should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the electrical ratings label. If you are not sure of the type of power source required, consult your authorized service support or local power company.
F i rst th ing s first Taking care of your ET180 • 2 Hardware launching Press the button power and the jog dial simultaneously. Tap the center of the cross to with your stylus as it moves around the screen. Creating backup files Any additional programs or new data in your device are stored in RAM. These items will be lost if you have to perform a hard reset or your device loses all power for any other reason.
First th in gs first Taking care of your ET180 Resetting your ET180 You may have to perform a reset if the device freezes (i.e., device no longer responds to the buttons on the screen). Performing a soft reset A soft reset allows your device to get a fresh start, similar to rebooting a computer. This will restart your device and adjust memory allocation. All records and entries are retained after a soft reset. Unsaved data in open programs may in some cases be lost.
F i rst th ing s first Locking your ET180 Locking your ET180 Your device is not just a financial investment but a wealthy source of personal information, some of which may be confidential so it is only logical to protect it from any unauthorized access. The Security setting gives you the option of assigning a lock password that will be required to access your device after a set period of inactivity. To assign a lock password 1 Tap 2 3 On the Personal tab, tap the Password icon .
1 Gett ing to kno w you r ET 18 0 Features summary 1 Getting to know your ET180 This chapter will discuss the following topics: • Feature highlights of your ET180 • ET180 system tour • Peripherals tour • Basic concepts in using your ET180 Features summary Performance • • • • Intel® PXA250 Cotulla application processor with speed of up to 400 MHz Integrated Intel® XScaleTM Technology System memory: – 64 MB SDRAM for application storage – 32 MB Flash ROM for operating system Microsoft® Pocket PC 2002 Phon
1 Gett ing to kn ow you r ET 18 0 Features summary Connectivity • • • 19-pin universal connector Built-in SD/MMC (Standard Digital/MultiMedia Card) expansion slot IrDA1-standard Infrared wireless function Battery pack • • • Removable and rechargeable 1480 mAH Lithium Ion polymer battery pack Embedded backup battery cell Operation time – PDA operation: – MP3 playback time (LCD off): 6.7 hours – WMV playback time (LCD on, average level backlight, phone off): 5.
1 Gett ing to kno w you r ET 18 0 ET180 tour ET180 tour Front view The illustration below shows the front panel with the keypad module attached. The top and bottom edges of the device are also shown. No. Component Description 1 Earphone jack cap A non-detachable protective covering for the earphone jack. 2 Earphone jack Connects to audio line-out devices (earphones/ headphones). 3 Infrared (IR) port Uses infrared technology to transmit and receive data from other IR-enabled devices.
1 Gett ing to kn ow you r ET 18 0 ET180 tour No. Component Description 6 Notification indicator Lights up solid amber for alarm reminders and email receipt. 7 Phone indicator Lights up green to indicate phone status. • Blinking slowly (600 ms on/off) - no SIM card inserted, PIN prompt, ongoing network search/user authentication/network log in • Blinking slowly (75 ms on/3 sec. off) logged to network • Blinking slowly (75 ms on/75 ms off/3 sec.
1 Gett ing to kno w you r ET 18 0 ET180 tour No. 14 Component Send button Description • • • • • • 15 1 Speaker When there’s an incoming call, press to accept the call. During an ongoing call, press and hold to toggle on/off the speakerphone mode. From Speed Dial, press to call the currently selected number. From Call Log, press to call the currently selected log item. In mailbox, press to send a composed email/SMS message or display options for a received email/SMS.
1 Gett ing to kn ow you r ET 18 0 ET180 tour To remove a storage card: 1 Hold your device securely\, then push against the top of the card, as if you were pushing it further into the slot, letting the card spring out. An audible system sound will signal that the card has been released. Gently remove the card from the slot. 2 Rear view No. 6 Component Description 1 Main battery release latch Press to release the main battery from its bay.
1 Gett ing to kno w you r ET 18 0 ET180 tour Left view No. 1 : Component Jog dial Description In pop-up menus: - Scroll up or down to go through menu options. - Press to select a highlighted option. In the Dialer screen: - Rotate up to access Call Log. - Rotate down to access Speed Dial. From Speed Dial: - Rotate up/down to scroll through the list. - Press to call the currently selected number. From Call Log: - Rotate up/down to scroll through the log items.
1 Gett ing to kn ow you r ET 18 0 Peripherals tour No. Component Description 2 Volume rocker key Press up to increase volume, press down to decrease volume. 3 Hold switch Slide to lock all buttons from being accidentally pressed when device is placed in pocket or in a bag.
1 Gett ing to kno w you r ET 18 0 Peripherals tour No. Component Description 1 USB connector Connects the cradle to a USB port in your computer. 2 Power connector Connects the cradle to a power outlet. 3 Support bracket Holds the device in place during charging. 4 Front pocket Slide in the device here for recharging. 5 Spare battery charging indicator Lights up to indicate charging status for the spare battery pack. LED status description.
1 Gett ing to kn ow you r ET 18 0 Peripherals tour \ No. 1 2 3 Icon Component 1 6-pole, 2.5 mm headset plug 1 2 Multimedia remote control unit a Hold switch 2 b Forward button c Previous button d Clip e Stop button f Play/Pause button g Remote volume rocker key 3 6-pole, 2.5 mm remote control plug 4 Remote Send/End button 5 Headset microphone 3 6 Earphones The headset can be directly attached to the earphone jack on your device.
1 Gett ing to kno w you r ET 18 0 Peripherals tour To connect the headset directly to the device 1 2 Flip the earphone jack cap open. Plug the headset plug directly to the earphone jack on the top edge of the device. Remote control operation The table below describes the behavior of the buttons on the remote control unit when the unit’s hold switch is turned off. When the unit’s hold switch is turned on, all remote control buttons are disabled.
1 Gett ing to kn ow you r ET 18 0 Peripherals tour Headset operation The table below describes the action of the Send/End button on the headset when there’s an active mobile phone connection. When there’s no active mobile phone connection or when the Phone application is turned off, the headset’s Send/End button is disabled. Action Scenario Quick Press Press and hold for > 2 sec.
1 Gett ing to kno w you r ET 18 0 Command interface When the keypad module is attached to the device and is: • Flipped close - Phone is launched • Flipped open - the last active screen before Phone was launched is displayed To lock/unlock the keypad module • • To lock the keypad module, press the key combination “*” + “1” To unlock the keypad module, press the key combination “*” + “1”; the prompt message “Unlock?” appears on the touchscreen. Press the Send button .
1 Gett ing to kn ow you r ET 18 0 Command interface Status icons The table below describes some of the status icons you may see on your device. NOTE: For status icons related to the phone function, refer to page 67.
1 Gett ing to kno w you r ET 18 0 Command interface Use the command bar at the bottom of the screen to perform tasks in programs. The command bar includes menu names, buttons, and the Input Panel button. • To create a new item in the current program, tap New. • To see the name of a button, tap and hold the stylus on the button. Drag the stylus off the button so that the command is not carried out. New button. Menu names. Input panel button. Buttons.
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2 Ent er i ng da ta in you r ET 18 0 Using the input panel 2 Entering data in your ET180 You can enter data into your device in several ways: • Use the input panel to enter typed text, either by using the soft keyboard or other input method. • Write directly on the screen. • Draw pictures on the screen. • Speak into your device’s microphone to record a message.
2 Ent er i ng da ta in you r ET 18 0 Using the input panel Tap here if this is the right word. To change word suggestion options To set word suggestion options such as the number of words suggested at one time, follow the steps below: 1 Tap 2 On the Personal tab, tap the Input icon , Settings, then the Personal tab. , then the Word Completion tab. To type with the soft keyboard 1 2 Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then Keyboard.
2 Ent er i ng da ta in you r ET 18 0 Using the input panel 2 Write a letter in the box. Write a letter here. When you write a letter, it is converted to typed text that appears on the screen. NOTE: For specific instructions on using Letter Recognizer, with Letter Recognizer open, tap the question mark next to the writing area. To use Block Recognizer With Block Recognizer you can input character strokes using the stylus that are similar to those used on other devices.
2 Ent er i ng da ta in you r ET 18 0 Using the input panel Unlike Letter Recognizer and Block Recognizer, you can write a sentence or more of information. Then, pause and let Transcriber change the written characters to typed characters. 1 Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button and then Transcriber. 2 Write anywhere on the screen. To see how to write a letter in Transcriber 1 2 Tap “a” on the toolbar.
2 Ent er i ng da ta in you r ET 18 0 Writing on the screen 3 Tap OK to hide the toolbar. Selecting and editing typed text If you want to edit or format typed text, you must select it first. 1 Drag the stylus across the text to select it. 2 To cut, copy, and paste typed text: a Tap and hold the selected words b Tap an editing command on the pop-up menu, or tap a command on the Edit menu.
2 Ent er i ng da ta in you r ET 18 0 Writing on the screen To write on the screen • Tap the Pen button to switch to writing mode. This action displays lines on the screen to help you write. Tap the Pen button and use your stylus like a pen. NOTE: Some programs that accept writing may not have the Pen button. See the documentation for that program to find out how to switch to writing mode. To select and edit written text If you want to edit or format written text, you must select it first.
2 Ent er i ng da ta in you r ET 18 0 Writing on the screen To convert writing to text • Tap Tools and then Recognize. If you want to convert only certain words, select them before tapping Recognize on the Tools menu (or tap and hold the selected words and then tap Recognize on the pop-up menu). If a word is not recognized, it is left as writing. Select the text you want to convert and tap Recognize on the pop-up menu. The writing is turned into text.
2 Ent er i ng da ta in you r ET 18 0 Drawing on the screen Tips for getting good recognition • • • • Write neatly. Write on the lines. Write the cross of the "t" and apostrophes below the top line so that they are not confused with the word above. Write periods and commas above the line. For better recognition, try increasing the zoom level to 300% using the Tools menu. Write the letters of a word closely and leave big gaps between words so that your device can easily tell where words begin and end.
2 Ent er i ng da ta in you r ET 18 0 Recording a message • To resize a drawing: a Make sure the Pen button is not selected. b Drag a selection handle until desired size is attained. NOTE: You may want to change the zoom level so that you can more easily work on or view your drawing. Tap Tools and then select a zoom level. Recording a message In any program where you can write or draw on the screen, you can also quickly capture thoughts, reminders, and phone numbers by recording a message.
2 Ent er i ng da ta in you r ET 18 0 Using My Text Indicates an embedded recording. Tap to begin recording. Tap to show or hide the Recording toolbar. Using My Text When using Inbox or MSN® Messenger, use My Text to quickly insert preset or frequently used messages into the text entry area. To insert a My Text message 1 2 Tap My Text on the screen’s command bar. Tap a message. Tap to select a prewritten message. NOTE: You can add text after inserting a My Text message before sending it.
3 M an agin g app licatio ns and in for ma tio n Opening an application 3 Managing applications and information This chapter will discuss the following topics: • Opening and switching between applications in your device • Using File Explorer to manage files • Using the Find function to look for a specific file • Using ActiveSyncTM to exchange and update data Opening an application You can open applications by doing either of the following: • Tap a program name from the menu.
3 Man ag i ng ap plicat ion s an d in fo rm at io n Finding and organising information Icon Program Usage Microsoft® Reader for Pocket PC Download and read eBooks on your device. MSN® Messenger Send and receive instant messages with your MSN® Messenger contacts. Tasks Keep track of your tasks. Phone Make and receive calls and SMS messages; swap between calls and set up conference calling. Pocket Excel Create new workbooks or view and edit Excel workbooks created on your computer.
3 M an agin g app licatio ns and in for ma tio n Using ActiveSyncTM 3 Tap to start the search. Tap here to start search. Type text you want to find. To use File Explorer Use File Explorer to locate files on your device and to organise these files into folders. • On the menu, tap Programs, and then File Explorer . Tap to change folders. Select the sort order for the list. Tap the folder name to open it. Tap and hold to create a new folder.
3 Man ag i ng ap plicat ion s an d in fo rm at io n Using ActiveSyncTM • Control when synchronisation occurs by selecting a synchronisation mode. For example, you can synchronise continually while connected to your computer or only when you choose the synchronise command. • Select which information types are synchronised and control how much data is synchronised. For example, you can choose how many weeks of past appointments you want synchronised.
4 M an agin g Micr osof t® Po cket Out l ook® a pp l ica tio ns Calendar 4 Managing Microsoft® Pocket Outlook® applications This chapter will discuss the basic applications included in the Microsoft® Pocket Outlook® program installed in your device. This discussion will include: • Calendar • Contacts • Tasks • Notes • Inbox - for more information on this program refer to page 57. You can use these programs individually or in tandem with each other.
4 Man ag i ng Micr oso ft® P ocket Ou tloo k® app licatio ns Calendar Scheduling an appointment You can use Calendar to create an appointment schedule. To create an appointment 1 2 If you are in Day or Week view, tap the desired date and time for the appointment. Tap New. Tap to return to the calendar (the appointment is saved automatically). Tap to choose from predefined text. Tap to choose from previously entered locations. Tap to select a time. Tap to select a date.
4 M an agin g Micr osof t® Po cket Out l ook® a pp l ica tio ns Contacts View appointment details. View. Tap to change appointment. Creating a meeting request You can use Calendar to set up meetings with users of Outlook or Pocket Outlook®. The meeting request will be created automatically and sent when you synchronise Inbox or when you connect to your email server. Indicate how you want meeting requests sent by tapping Tools and then Options.
4 Man ag i ng Micr oso ft® P ocket Ou tloo k® app licatio ns Contacts NOTE: To change the way information is displayed in the list, tap Tools and then Options. Creating a contact 1 Tap New. Tap to return to the contact list (the contact is saved automatically). Scroll to see more fields. Notes is a good place for maps and directions. 2 3 4 5 Using the input panel, enter a name and other contact information. You will need to scroll down to see all available fields.
4 M an agin g Micr osof t® Po cket Out l ook® a pp l ica tio ns Tasks • • • • Enter a contact name in the box under the navigation bar. To show all contacts again, clear text from the box or tap the button to the right of the box. Tap the category list (labeled All Contacts by default) and select the type of contact that you want displayed. To show all contacts again, select All Contacts. To view a contact not assigned to a category, select No Categories.
4 Man ag i ng Micr oso ft® P ocket Ou tloo k® app licatio ns Tasks Select the category of tasks you want displayed in the list. Select the sort order of the list. Indicates high priority. Tap to display or edit the task details. Tap and hold to display a pop-up menu of actions. Tap to create a new task. NOTE: To change the way information is displayed in the list, tap Tools and then Options. Creating a task 1 2 3 4 5 Tap New. Using the input panel, enter a description.
4 M an agin g Micr osof t® Po cket Out l ook® a pp l ica tio ns Notes TIP: To quickly create a task with only a subject, tap Entry Bar on the Tools menu. Then, tap Tap Here to add a new task and enter your task information. To use the Tasks summary screen When you tap a task in the task list, a summary screen is displayed. To change the task, tap Edit. View task details. Tap to show and hide additional summary information. View notes. Tap to change task.
4 Man ag i ng Micr oso ft® P ocket Ou tloo k® app licatio ns Notes 2 Create the note by writing, drawing, typing, or recording. For more information about using the input panel, writing and drawing on the screen, and creating recordings, see "2 Entering data in your ET180" on page 17. Tap to return to the note list (the note is saved automatically). Tap to show or hide the input panel. Tap to write on the screen. Tap to add a recording to the note.
5 Man ag i ng Micr oso ft® P ocket PC 2 00 2 co mp anio n pr og ra ms Pocket Word 5 Managing Microsoft ® Pocket PC 2002 companion programs Perform your usual computing tasks on-the-road using the Microsoft® Pocket PC 2002 companion programs which include: • Pocket Word • Pocket Excel • Microsoft® Windows Media™ Player for Pocket PC • Microsoft® Reader for Pocket PC NOTE: Microsoft® Reader is available only for the English and European ET180 models.
5 Man ag i ng Micr oso ft® P ocket PC 2 00 2 co mp anio n pr og ra ms Pocket Word Select the type of folder you want displayed in the list. Tap to change the sort order of the list. Tap to open a document. Tap and hold an item to see a pop-up menu of actions. Tap to create a new document. Entering information You can enter information in Pocket Word in one of four modes—typing, writing, drawing, and recording, which are displayed on the View menu.
5 Man ag i ng Micr oso ft® P ocket PC 2 00 2 co mp anio n pr og ra ms Pocket Word Tap and hold to see a pop-up menu of actions. Tap to return to the document list (changes are saved automatically). Tap to change formatting options. Tap to format text. Tap to show or hide the toolbar. Writing mode In writing mode, use your stylus to write directly on the screen. Ruled lines are displayed as a guide, and the zoom magnification is greater than in typing mode to allow you to write more easily.
5 Man ag i ng Micr oso ft® P ocket PC 2 00 2 co mp anio n pr og ra ms Pocket Excel Select Shape on the pop-up menu to convert objects to proper shapes. Resize an object by dragging the selection handles. Tap an arrow to see your choices. Tap to select formatting options, such as line weight, fill color, and line color. Pen button. Recording mode In recording mode, you can embed a recording into your document. Recordings are saved as .wav files.
5 Man ag i ng Micr oso ft® P ocket PC 2 00 2 co mp anio n pr og ra ms Microsoft® Windows Media™ Player for Pocket PC • Tap View and then Toolbar. Cell contents appear here as you enter them. Format button. AutoSum button. Zoom button. Protecting your workbooks If your workbook contains sensitive information, you can protect it with a password. • Open the workbook, tap Edit, and then Password.
5 Man ag i ng Micr oso ft® P ocket PC 2 00 2 co mp anio n pr og ra ms Microsoft® Reader for Pocket PC Tap to play or pause. Indicates the progress of the current track. Tap to adjust volume. Tap to stop. Tap to play a previous track. Tap to shift to the Fullscreen mode. Tap to skip to the next track. For more information about using Windows Media™ Player for Pocket PC, tap then tap Help. , and Microsoft® Reader for Pocket PC Use Microsoft® Reader for Pocket PC to read eBooks on your device.
5 Man ag i ng Micr oso ft® P ocket PC 2 00 2 co mp anio n pr og ra ms Microsoft® Reader for Pocket PC NOTE: If you do not have a copy of MSReader on your PC, go to one of the retailers listed above and download a free copy. You can also download ebook files from your favorite eBook retailer and follow the instructions to download the ebook files.
5 Man ag i ng Micr oso ft® P ocket PC 2 00 2 co mp anio n pr og ra ms Microsoft® Reader for Pocket PC The first time you open a book, the table of contents, if there is one, will be displayed. Subsequently, whenever you open the book, you'll be automatically taken to the last page read. Tap to select a navigation option. Drag to select text and then tap an option. Tap arrows to turn the page, or tap and hold page # to bring up page riffle.
5 Man ag i ng Micr oso ft® P ocket PC 2 00 2 co mp anio n pr og ra ms Microsoft® Reader for Pocket PC Highlights • When you highlight text, it appears with a coloured background. Notes • When you attach a note to text, you enter the text in a note pad that appears on top of the book page. A Note icon will appear in the left margin. To show or hide the note, tap the icon.
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6 Get ting co nne cte d Infrared communication 6 Getting connected You can use your ET180 to exchange information with other mobile devices and connect to your computer, a network, or the Internet. You have the following connection options: • Use the infrared (IR) port on your device to send and receive files from another IR-enabled device. • Connect to your Internet service provider (ISP).
6 G ett i ng c on ne c ted Connecting to the Internet 2 3 Have the owner of the other device send the information to you. Your device will automatically receive it. On the Receiving Data popup, tap Yes. Connecting to the Internet Your ET180 allows you to connect to your mobile ISP, and use the connection to send and receive email messages and view Web or WAP pages.
6 Get ting co nne cte d Starting a connection 9 10 11 12 In the Make New Connection window, tap Next. Enter the access phone number, and tap Next. Select other desired options, and tap Finish. In the Dialing Locations tab, specify your current location and phone type (most phone lines are tone). These settings will apply to all connections you create. Starting a connection To start the connection, simply start using one of the following programs. Your device will automatically begin connecting.
6 G ett i ng c on ne c ted Getting help on connecting 4 Fill out the email address field, then tap Next. This will initiate auto-configuration which attempts to connect your Pocket PC Phone to your email server and automatically download the necessary email connection settings. If auto-configuration is successful you can begin sending/receiving emails straight away. If unsuccessful you will need to manually enter the settings.
7 Wire less dat a pr og ra ms Using Pocket Internet Explorer 7 Wireless data programs Your ET180 Pocket PC Phone has built in support for a range of wireless data communication programs you can use to: • Browse the Web and view WAP-enabled sites - use Pocket Internet Explorer (refer to page 53) • Send and receive email/SMS messages - use Inbox (go to page 57) • Send and receive instant messages - use MSN® Messenger (see page 60) • Synchronize with your PC remotely - use ActiveSyncTM (refer to page 30) • S
7 Wire less dat a pr og ra ms Using Pocket Internet Explorer To view mobile favorites and channels 1 Tap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites. Tap the favorite you want to view. Tap to add or delete a folder or favorite link. 2 Tap the page you want to view. You'll see the page that was downloaded the last time you synchronised with your computer. If the page is not on your device, the favorite will be dimmed.
7 Wire less dat a pr og ra ms Using Pocket Internet Explorer Favorite links During synchronisation, the list of favorite links in the Mobile Favorites folder on your computer is synchronised with Pocket Internet Explorer on your device. Both locations are updated with changes made to either list each time you synchronise. Unless you mark the favorite link as a mobile favorite, only the link will be downloaded to your device, and you will need to connect to your ISP or network to view the content.
7 Wire less dat a pr og ra ms AvantGo® 3 Synchronise your device and computer. Mobile favorites that are stored in the Mobile Favorites folder in Internet Explorer are downloaded to your device. To save device memory in downloading mobile favorites: Mobile favorites take up storage memory on your device.
7 Wire less dat a pr og ra ms Inbox Inbox Use Inbox to send and receive email messages by doing either of the following: Synchronise email messages with Microsoft® Exchange or Microsoft® Outlook on your computer. • Send and receive email messages by connecting directly to an email server through an Internet service provider (ISP) or a network. You also can use Inbox to send and receive SMS; it supports 8 bits data with class 0, 1, 2, 3, as well as USDA (Unstructured Supplementary Service Data).
7 Wire less dat a pr og ra ms Inbox Messages that you receive directly from an email server are linked to your email server rather than your computer. When you delete a message on your device, it is also deleted from the email server the next time you connect based on the settings you selected in ActiveSyncTM. You can work online or offline. When working online, you read and respond to messages while connected to the email server. Messages are sent as soon as you tap Send, which saves space on your device.
7 Wire less dat a pr og ra ms Inbox You can mark the messages that you want to retrieve in full during your next synchronisation or email server connection. Follow the steps below. 1 In the message list, tap and hold the message you want to retrieve. 2 On the pop-up menu, tap Mark for Download. The icons in the Inbox message list give you visual indications of message status. Specify your downloading preferences when you set up the service or select your synchronisation options.
7 Wire less dat a pr og ra ms MSN® Messenger Managing email messages and folders By default, messages are displayed in one of five folders for each service you have created: Inbox, Deleted Items, Drafts, Outbox, and Sent Items. • The behavior of the Deleted and Sent Items folders depends on the options you have chosen. To set these options, in the message list: a Tap Tools and then Options. b On the Message tab, select your options.
7 Wire less dat a pr og ra ms MSN® Messenger Setting up an account Before you can connect, you must enter Passport or Exchange account information. To set up an account and sign in 1 2 3 In the Tools menu, tap Options. In the Accounts tab, enter your Passport or Exchange account information. To sign in, tap the sign-in screen and enter your email address and password. NOTE: If you already use MSN® Messenger on your computer, your contacts will show up on your device without being added again.
7 Wire less dat a pr og ra ms Terminal Services Client Enter message. Tap to send message. Tips when chatting with contacts • • • • To invite another contact to a multi-user chat, in the Tools menu, tap Invite and tap the contact you want to invite. To switch back to the main window without closing a chat, tap the Contacts button. To revert back to your chat window, tap Chats and select the person whom you were chatting with.
7 Wire less dat a pr og ra ms Terminal Services Client 3 To connect to a server you have previously connected to, in Recent Servers, tap a server. To connect to a new server, enter the server’s name in the Server box. NOTE: Select the limit size of desktop to fit on the screen check box only when using applications that have been specifically sized for use with Pocket PC. 4 Tap Connect.
7 Wire less dat a pr og ra ms Terminal Services Client Tips when using Terminal Services Client To improve display performance Display performance is improved by decreasing the time it takes for the screen to be refreshed on the PC. 1 2 3 On your PC, select , Settings, then Control Panel. Click Display. Deselect the “Clear the Transition effects for menus and tool tips” check box.
8 U s ing Ph on e Installing the SIM card 8 Using Phone The fully integrated phone functionality of your ET180 boasts of standard cell phone features—such as mailbox and call log—as well as all several handy call features including Call Waiting, Caller ID, Call Forwarding, and Conference Calling. And because the function is integrated with your device’s PDA functions, managing contact information between Phone and other applications is as easy as it gets.
8 Usin g P hon e Entering your PIN 5 Reinstall the battery pack. Go to page xi for instructions. NOTE: card. The device will automatically turned the Phone application on every time you install a SIM The default settings for your device are programmed on the assumption that you’ll be using the phone function so once you’ve properly installed a SIM card (and in some cases, entered a PIN), you can then proceed to establishing a connection to your mobile service provider’s network.
8 U s ing Ph on e About the Dialer screen This icon indicates a call is being made and the strength of the signal. The last number called is displayed here. Tap to back space over individual numbers. Tap to view the Call Log entries. Tap to view the Speed Dial list. Soft keypad for inputting Tap Tools > Options to view phone settings. Tap here to create a note. Dialer buttons The table below lists the actions of the Dialer screen buttons. Icon Description Tap to make a phone call.
8 Usin g P hon e About the callpad module Icon 1 Name Description Active call Notifies you that a call is being made or there is an incoming call. Speakerphone Indicates that the speakerphone mode is enabled. For more information on the speakerphone mode, refer to page 71. Call missed Tap to view the call(s) you missed. Unread email or SMS Tap to view unread SMS or email message(s). Voice mail notification1 Tap to access new voice mail message (s).
8 U s ing Ph on e Phone operation Turning the phone function on and off If you have turned the phone function off, removed and then reinstalled the SIM card, the connection to your mobile service provider’s network is not automatically enabled. You have the option to just use the device’s PDA features or you can reestablish the mobile service connection. IMPORTANT: In many countries it is required by law to turn off cell phones when boarding commercial flights.
8 Usin g P hon e Phone operation Responding to phone calls You can either accept or reject a call. To answer a call • Tap Answer. (, or press the Send button . To reject a call • Tap Ignore. (or press the End button .) If you reject a call a busy tone will be sent out. Adjusting the phone conversation volume To adjust the phone conversation volume, you must do it during a call. If you adjust the volume at another time it will only affect the level of the system sounds (i.e.
8 U s ing Ph on e Making phone calls Toggling the speakerphone mode on and off Your device’s speakerphone function allows you to talk hands-free and/or let other people listen to the caller. To enable the speakerphone mode WARNING! To prevent damaging your ear, do not hold the device to your ear while the speakerphone mode is enabled. 1 Wait until the phone is ringing. 2 Press and hold the Send button by the appearance of until the speakerphone comes on indicated in the navigation bar.
8 Usin g P hon e Making phone calls 2 Tap or press the Send button . This icon indicates a call is being made and the strength of the signal. The number being called is displayed here. Tap to view the Call Log entries. Tap to view the Speed Dial list Tap the number you wish to dial here. Making a call using the keypad module 1 In the keypad module, punched in the phone number you want to call. 2 Press the Send button .
8 U s ing Ph on e Making phone calls You can make a call in two ways. On the Contacts window, find the contact then: • Press the Send button the call. • Tap and hold the “w” in the right column next to the contact you want to call. NOTE: twice—once to launch Phone and another to make If instead of ‘w’, ‘e’ is displayed on the column, tap ‘w’ then on the pop-up menu tap E-mail. On the pop-up menu, phone numbers for this contact is displayed, with a dot next to the priority number.
8 Usin g P hon e Making phone calls • • In the picture above, Lynn Tseng is at position 7. To dial his number, tap and hold 7 on the Dialer keypad. If a number holds a position of 10 or more tap the first number, and then tap and hold the second to dial. Alternatively, if you don’t remember the position of a number in the Speed Dial list follow the steps below: a b c On the Dialer screen, tap or rotate down the jog dial.
8 U s ing Ph on e Making phone calls 2 Use the jog dial to find the number you want to call. You can select a call category— All Calls, MIssed, Outgoing, Incoming, and By Caller, by tapping the pick list in the top-left corner of screen. Tap here to select a call category. 3 • • • Once the number has been selected, either using the jog dial selection or by tapping it, make the call by doing any of the following: Press the jog dial. Press the Send button .
8 Usin g P hon e Managing more than one call 3 Once the number has been selected, using the jog dial selection or by tapping it, make the call by doing any of the following: • Press the jog dial. • • Press the Send button . Tap and hold the selected number, then select Call from the pop-up menu. Emergency call Your ET180 Pocket PC Phone supports the international emergency number 112.
8 U s ing Ph on e Managing more than one call Call Hold After being notified of an incoming call while attending to an earlier one, you can choose to reject a call by tapping the Ignore button on the Phone - Incoming callout, or you can use the Call Hold feature to attend to both calls. To put a call on hold • On the Call Notification callout, tap the Answer button to take the incoming call and put the original one on hold.
8 Usin g P hon e Other Phone functions Tap here to set up a conference call. If the conference connection is successful the word Conference will appear in the input area of the Dialer screen. To add additional people to a conference call You can connect up to six (6) callers at a time in a conference call. 1 2 3 On the Dialer screen, tap . Key in the new number. Tap Resume to return and continue with the conference call.
8 U s ing Ph on e Other Phone functions 2 In the Notes window, use any of the input methods to compose your call note. 3 Refer to ‘2 Entering data in your ET180’ on page 17 for more information on input methods. After you finished your call note, tap OK. NOTE: You can finish your note during or after a call. To view a call note You can view call notes either from the Call Log window or from the Notes program.
8 Usin g P hon e Other Phone functions SMS service Just like a regular mobile phone, you can send SMS messages in your device using the Dialer screen’s Tool menu which is integrated with Inbox. For more information on using Inbox, go to page 57. To send SMS using Dialer 1 On the Dialer screen’s navigation bar, tap Tools > Send SMS. Inbox will be launched displaying a new message window. 2 3 4 Tap the double arrows next to the Subject field. Tap the Services field then select SMS.
8 U s ing Ph on e Managing contact information To retrieve your voice mails • Tap and hold on the Dialer keypad. Managing contact information Your device’s phone capabilities are integrated with other applications making it easy for you to share contacts—phone number information—between programs.
8 Usin g P hon e Managing contact information 1 You can either: • Tap and hold a contact. • Select a contact to select it, then from the command bar, tap the Tools menu. If you do not select a contact, the first entry on the list will be transferred. From the pop-up menu, select where to transfer the contact. 2 • • To transfer contact to your SIM card: a Tap Save To SIM. A screen appears to display the transfer status. b After completing the transfer, tap OK.
8 U s ing Ph on e Managing contact information 3 Tap Add. To export SIM Manager contacts You can choose to transfer individual SIM Manager contacts or transfer all contacts to Microsoft Contacts. To export individual SIM Manager contact: 1 Tap and hold a contact, then from the pop-up menu, select Save to Contacts. 2 A pop-out message will confirm transfer to Microsoft Contacts. Tap OK to close the box.
8 Usin g P hon e Managing the Call Log items A screen appears to display the transfer status. After completing the transfer, tap OK. 2 Saving personal numbers to SIM Manager You can choose to save your personal phone numbers in a separate screen in SIM Manager. Managing the Call Log items Call Log is a record of all incoming, outgoing, and missed calls. You can refer to it to check call details as well as access any notes taken during a call.
8 U s ing Ph on e Managing the Call Log items Call Log categories Entries in the Call Log are grouped into five categories which include: Icon Category Description All Calls Shows all calls made to and from the phone in chronological order Missed Only shows calls that were not answered Outgoing Only shows calls made from the phone Incoming Only shows calls made to the phone By Caller... Shows all calls made to and from the phone in alphabetical order based on the caller’s ID.
8 Usin g P hon e Managing the Call Log items 3 From the drop-down box, tap a time period option. 4 Tap OK. Transferring Call Log entries to Microsoft Contacts You have the option to transfer new numbers under the Incoming and Missed log categories to Microsoft Contacts. To transfer Call Log entries to Microsoft Contacts 1 2 Tap and hold the number you want to transfer. In the pop-up menu that appears select New Contact. 3 4 On the Contact screen add additional contact details.
8 U s ing Ph on e Customizing the phone functions To delete individual Call Log entries • Tap and hold the entry you want to delete, then from the pop-up menu, select Delete. To delete all Call Log entries • From the command bar, tap Tools > Delete All Calls. Customizing the phone functions You can configure most features of your phone application to suit your preferences. You do this by accessing the Phone option under Settings.
8 Usin g P hon e Customizing the phone functions Settings - Phone tab Configure sound and security settings in this tab. The SIM card number is indicated on the first line of this page. NOTE: If you are going to use multiple SIM cards, you need to soft reset your device to update the phone number displayed on the Settings - Phone tab. To configure ring type, ring tone, and keypad sounds • Under the Sounds option, tap the pick list for each setting, then select your choice from the drop-down menu.
8 U s ing Ph on e Customizing the phone functions To play a ring tone: • Tap the ring tone file you want to play to select the check box beside it, then tap . To stop ring tone playback, tap . To add a ring tone to Phone Settings: • Tap the ring tone file you want to add, then tap . To remove a ring tone from Phone Settings: • Tap the ring tone file you want to remove to deselect the check box beside it, then tap NOTE: . You can add and remove several ring tone files simultaneously.
8 Usin g P hon e Customizing the phone functions Settings - Services tab Configure the different phone services in this tab. Caller ID When you place a call, your phone number will be revealed to the person that you are calling. To enable or disable Caller ID: 1 2 3 Tap Caller ID from the services list. Tap the Get Settings button (retrieving settings may take a few minutes).
8 U s ing Ph on e Customizing the phone functions 3 In the next screen, follow the following steps to enable or disable call forwarding: • 4 To enable call forwarding – Tap the Forward all incoming calls check box, then specify the call forward phone number on the To field. – Tap the check box for one or all particular conditions, then specify the call forward phone number on the box opposite it. • To disable call for forwarding, deselect all the check boxes. Tap OK.
8 Usin g P hon e Customizing the phone functions 2 Tap the Get Settings button (retrieving settings may take a few minutes). Settings - Network tab Configure settings related to mobile service networks in this tab. The currently activated network is indicated on the first line of this tab. Tap here to find a network. Tap here to set priority network. To find a network Activate this function when the network status is currently out of network service and you want to conduct a search.
8 U s ing Ph on e Customizing the phone functions 1 Under Network selection, tap the Set Preferred Networks button. The screen below appears (retrieving settings may take a few minutes). 2 3 To include a listed network as a preferred network, tap the check box opposite it. To set the priority level, tap a preferred network, then tap the Move Up/Move Down buttons.
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9 Cu stom ising you r ET 18 0 Adjusting device settings 9 Customising your ET180 You can customise your ET180 based on your personal requirements and preferences as well as depending on your usual work modes. Customise your device by doing either of the following: • Adjust the device settings • Add or remove programs Adjusting device settings You can adjust the settings of your device to suit the way you work. To access Settings • Tap , then Settings.
9 Cu stom ising you r ET 18 0 Adjusting device settings Buttons Assign commonly-used application programs to any of the hardware buttons. Input Select an input method, options for word completion and other related settings. Menus Customise what appears on the button.
9 Cu stom ising you r ET 18 0 Adjusting device settings Owner Information Enter personal information and customise text display when device is turned on. Password Set a password to prevent unauthorized access to your device. Phone Set up the phone function of your device. For more information on this Settings option, refer to "Customizing the phone functions" on page 87.
9 Cu stom ising you r ET 18 0 Adjusting device settings Preference Manage and listen to all ring tones stored in your device. For more information on this Settings option, refer to "Managing ring tones" on page 88. Sounds & Notification Select the types of action you want to hear sounds for and define how you want to be notified about different events. Today Customise the look and the information that is displayed on the Today screen.
9 Cu stom ising you r ET 18 0 Adjusting device settings System About Displays your device’s version and copyright information; includes an option to define a device ID. About MyDevice Displays your device’s hardware, version, and model information. Also displays a log showing the duration all calls received and made on your device.
9 Cu stom ising you r ET 18 0 Adjusting device settings Brightness Define settings for the display brightness and backlight control. Clock Change the time or set alarms.
9 Cu stom ising you r ET 18 0 Adjusting device settings Memory Adjust allocation of storage and main memory. Power Define settings to minimise power consumption.
9 Cu stom ising you r ET 18 0 Adjusting device settings Regional Settings Set default number and time display formats and other related options. Remove Programs Remove programs from storage memory.
9 Cu stom ising you r ET 18 0 Adjusting device settings Screen Recalibrate screen and enable the ClearType feature. Connections AvantGo Connect Set server settings and related options for AvantGo.
9 Cu stom ising you r ET 18 0 Adjusting device settings Beam Define settings for the beam function. Connections Adjust settings for connecting to the Internet or to a local network. Network Adapters Select your device’s network adapter and set its properties.
9 Cu stom ising you r ET 18 0 Adding and removing programs Adding and removing programs Programs bundled with your device at the factory are stored in ROM (read-only memory). You cannot remove these programs, and you'll never accidentally lose ROM contents. ROM programs can be updated using special installation programs with a *.xip extension. All other programs and data files installed to your device after factory installation are stored in RAM (random access memory).
9 Cu stom ising you r ET 18 0 Adding a program to the Start menu 2 Download the program to your device straight from the Internet using Pocket Internet Explorer. You may see a single *.xip, *.exe or *.zip file, a Setup.exe file, or several versions of files for different device types and processors. Be sure to select the program designed for a Pocket PC and your device’s processor type. NOTE: Read any installation instructions, Read Me files, or documentation that comes with the program.
9 Cu stom ising you r ET 18 0 Adding a program to the Start menu 2 3 4 5 Tap and hold the program and tap Cut on the pop-up menu. Open the Start Menu folder located in the Windows folder, tap and hold a blank area of the window. Tap Paste on the pop-up menu. The program will now appear on the menu. For more information on using File Explorer, refer to the "To use File Explorer" section on page 29.
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10 U s er su ppo r t Customer support 10 User support This chapter contains contact information for any technical assistance or update inquiry you may have in using the ET180 Pocket PC Phone, as well as troubleshooting instructions for simple problem conditions. Customer support If you encounter a problem with your ET180, do not call for technical assistance until you have reviewed the following troubleshooting section. If the problem still persists, contact your local dealer or distributor.
10 U s er su ppo r t Troubleshooting • – Establishing a remote connection – Using the backlight – Watching/listening to .wmv/MP3 files – Connecting to a computer Shorten auto suspend time While on battery power, your device automatically suspends operation if you haven’t touched the hardware buttons or used the stylus for a specified period. Maximize battery life by shortening the time. a b c Tap and then Settings. On the System tab, tap Power. Adjust the On battery power setting.
10 U s er su ppo r t Troubleshooting TIP: When using Notes, Pocket Word, or Pocket Excel, you can also move files by opening the item and tapping Tools or Edit and then Rename/Move. • Move email attachments. a Insert an storage card to your device’s SD/MMC slot. b c • • Refer to page 5 for instructions In Inbox, tap Tools and then Options. On the Storage tab, select Store attachments on storage card.
10 U s er su ppo r t Troubleshooting • • • • Notes - try changing the size of the view. To do this, tap a zoom percentage on the Tools menu. Pocket Word and Pocket Excel - try changing the size of the view. To do this, on the View menu, tap Zoom and then select a zoom percentage. Pocket Internet Explorer - try changing the font size. To do this, on the View menu, tap Text Size and then select a size. Pocket Outlook® - try changing the font size.
10 U s er su ppo r t Troubleshooting • • • • If the option Network Connection is not listed as a connection method in the ActiveSyncTM dialog box when starting synchronization, wait for a few minutes and try again. Also, if synchronization does not start right away, the network is probably busy, and it may take a minute for your device to connect to the network. Verify your user name and password with your network administrator.
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Index A add program B Block Recognizer C xix resetting handheld setup charging LED status installing Microsoft ActiveSync software 105 xiii 19 x 31 77 74 84 76 13 15 13 14 15 15 13 14 77 49 51 50 50 51 51 52 49 33 ii 59 95 105 105 105 106 Calendar call hold Call Log , call notifications command interface command bar hardware buttons navigation bar notifications pop-up menus Today screen status icons conference call connectivity features connect to email server connect to Internet connect to networ
43 protect workbook Pocket Word enter data drawing mode recording mode 39 41 typing mode writing mode 39 43 42 40 41 file list Windows Media Player for Pocket PC Microsoft Reader Mobile Favorites folder MSN Messenger My Text 26 N Notes 44 54 60 37 P 70 76 77 76 77 78 68 68 68 81 87 90 92 89 88 69 66 76 71 66 71 116 75 73 87 65 72 81 70 80 71 67 72 72 69 69 80 89 42 43 39 R 8 8 peripherals cradle Phone adjust phone volume call management Call Hold Call Notification Conference Call
