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Start Here Here’s what you’ll do with this guide: • Charge and set up your handheld. • Install Palm® Desktop software and other software for synchronizing, moving files, and more. • Synchronize your handheld with your computer. Important! Already use a palmOne™ handheld? Before going on to step 1, synchronize your current handheld with your computer so that the information is up-to-date. For more information on upgrading, go to www.palmOne.com/intl/support.
1 Connect and charge a. Plug the sync cable into your handheld and into a USB port on the back of your computer. b. Plug the AC charger into the Multi-connector on the sync cable and into an outlet. c. Charge for three hours. Be sure to fully charge your handheld before going on to the next step.
2 Set up a. Unplug the sync cable from your handheld. b. Press the power button. c. Remove the stylus. d. Follow the onscreen instructions to set up your handheld. Tip: Take the Quick Tour to learn more about the great features of your Tungsten T5. Problems? See the "Troubleshooting" section in the upcoming pages.
3 Install software To install Palm Desktop software, the new File Transfer application, and other important software, insert the CD into your computer’s CD drive. Windows: Mac: Follow the installation instructions that appear on your computer screen. Double-click the CD icon, and then double-click palmOneDesktop.pkg. Already use a palmOne™ handheld? Want to synchronize with Microsoft Outlook? Select “Change your synchronization method” at the end of the installation process on the CD.
Get answers, learn more Take the tutorial Learn to use the popular features of your handheld. Insert the installation CD in your computer and click here for an interactive tutorial. Find your manual Open Palm Desktop software on your computer and click Help. Click here for the manual. For more detail, go online: www.palmOne.com/tungstent5handbook. Click Online Support for the latest software updates and answers to frequently asked questions.
Look for these great features Take the tutorial Palm Desktop software. Enter info in Palm Desktop software and it shows up on your handheld the next time you synchronize. File Transfer (Windows only). Copy files and folders from your computer into your handheld’s internal flash drive. Manage them in File Transfer. Documents To Go (Windows only). Synchronize Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files between your handheld and your computer. View and edit these files on your handheld.
Troubleshooting Support information is also available at www.palmOne.com/intl/support Your handheld does not turn on, or does not respond when you tap it 1. Try turning it on by pressing one of the quick buttons on the front panel. 2. Do a soft reset. Unscrew the top of the stylus and use the tool inside to gently press the reset button inside the hole on the back of the handheld. 3. Make sure the AC charger is fully connected to the handheld or the sync cableand to a working outlet.
Synchronization does not begin Be sure the sync cable is plugged into your handheld and a USB port on the back of your computer. Check your computer: Windows: 1. Make sure the HotSync® icon appears in the group of icons in the lower-right part of your screen. HotSync icon If not: a. Click the Start button and select Programs. b. Select Palm Desktop, and then select HotSync Manager. 2. Check the connection type: a. Disconnect and then reconnect the sync cable. b.
Check your computer: 1. Press the Home button twice, and then tap HotSync in Applications. 2. In the HotSync application, make sure of the following: – Local is highlighted. If it isn’t highlighted, tap Local. – The phrase Cable/Cradle appears. If not, tap the pick list, and then tap Cradle/Cable. 3. Press the HotSync button on the cable.
Stylus Headphone jack IR (infrared) port Power button Press to turn handheld on/off. Expansion card slot Speaker (on back) Tasks Calculator Note Pad Status bar (See insert below.) Memos Files Press to turn on handheld and open Files. Home Press to turn on handheld and go to Favorites. Press again to go to Applications. Contacts Press to turn on handheld and open Contacts. Calendar Press to turn on handheld and open Calendar.
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