A-BG5-100-11 (1) Sony CLIÉ™ handheld basic operations Entering data on your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld Exchanging and updating data using a HotSync® operation Customizing your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld (Preferences) Exchanging and updating data using a HotSync® operation (Other HotSync® operations) Handbook Using “Memory Stick®” media Beaming Using the Bluetooth™ function Using the Calculator and finding records Backing up your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld data Protecting your data with a password Enhancing features with add-
Introduction This Handbook explains the basic operations and useful features of your CLIÉ™ handheld. When using your CLIÉ handheld for the first time The basic features and operations are explained in detail (pages 9-65). Sony CLIÉ™ handheld basic operations Explains the basic operations of your CLIÉ handheld and how to use the applications. Entering data in your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld Explains how to enter data in your CLIÉ handheld.
Refer to the following together with this manual. Read This First (Operating Instructions) Please read this manual first. The manual explains what you need to prepare prior to operating your CLIÉ handheld, basic operations, or supplied applications in your CLIÉ handheld. CLIÉ Application Manual (HTML format: Start up on a computer) The manual explains how to use the supplied applications in detail.
Table of Contents Sony CLIÉ™ handheld basic operations Basic operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Using the stylus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Using the Jog Dial™ navigator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Starting an application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Starting an application in the Application Launcher screen (“CLIE Launcher”) . . .
Entering data on your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld Entering data on your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Practicing entering data using the on-screen keyboard . . . . . . . . 42 Entering data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Using Graffiti® writing to enter data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 What is Graffiti writing? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Entering characters with Graffiti . . . . .
Customizing your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld (Preferences) What you can do with Preferences . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Setting the Bluetooth™ function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Turning the Bluetooth™ function on or off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Viewing/Customizing Bluetooth™ information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Displaying/Deleting the information of target Bluetooth™ compatible devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Performing a HotSync® operation via LAN (LANSync) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Using “Memory Stick®” media Using “Memory Stick®” media. . . 125 What is “Memory Stick” media? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125 Inserting and removing a “Memory Stick” media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127 Protecting the data on “Memory Stick” media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Starting an application on “Memory Stick” media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 130 Viewing information of a “Memory Stick” media (Card Info) . .
Backing up your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld data Backing up your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Backing up data to your computer with a HotSync® operation . . . 160 Backing up data to a “Memory Stick” media using the Memory Stick Backup application . . . . . 161 Protecting your data with a password Entering personal information . . . 165 Locking your CLIÉ handheld with a password (Data protection). . . . . . 167 Turn off your CLIÉ handheld after locking . . . . . . . . .
Sony CLIÉ™ handheld basic operations This chapter explains the basic operations of your CLIÉ handheld such as using the stylus, using the Jog Dial™ navigator, locating the components and starting the applications. The chapter also gives an overview of menus that are common to the applications and explains how to select the font of characters. Basic operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Starting an application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Using “CLIE Launcher” . . . . . . . . .
Basic operations Operating using the stylus and the Jog Dial™ navigator. Using the stylus What is a stylus? A stylus is a pen for operating your CLIÉ handheld by directly touching the screen. Tip Where is the stylus located? The stylus is stored in your CLIÉ handheld. The exact location of the storage varies depending on your model. b For details, refer to “Sony CLIÉ™ handheld components” of the “Read This First (Operating Instructions).
Basic operations You can operate your CLIÉ handheld using the stylus in the following ways. Tapping Lightly pressing the required item on the screen with the stylus is called “Tapping.” When entering data with the on-screen keyboard or starting an application, “tap” the desired button or icon with the stylus. Dragging Touching the required item on the screen with the stylus and moving it along the screen surface is called “Dragging.
Basic operations Using the Jog Dial™ navigator What is the Jog Dial™ navigator? Your CLIÉ handheld is equipped with a Jog Dial™ navigator, located at the left side of your CLIÉ handheld, which enables you to perform major operations onehanded without the stylus. Rotating the Jog Dial™ navigator Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select various items or to start applications.
Basic operations Pressing the Jog Dial™ navigator Press the Jog Dial™ navigator to select an item or run a selected application. Note The operations you can perform by using the Jog Dial™ navigator vary depending on the application. b For details on the operations of each application, refer to the “CLIÉ Application Manual” installed on your computer. Tip Rotating while holding down the Jog Dial™ navigator Some applications support operations executed by pressing and rotating the Jog Dial™ navigator.
Starting an application Software that you can use on your CLIÉ handheld to execute a task, such as Date Book, To Do List, or e-mail software, is called an “application.” You need to start an application to operate your CLIÉ handheld. Note For details on starting applications on a “Memory Stick” media, refer to page 130. There may be some system limitations when starting applications on a “Memory Stick” media in the Application Launcher screen.
Starting an application 2 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select an application icon and press the Jog Dial™ navigator to start the application. Tip You can also tap an application icon in the CLIE Launcher screen to start the application. Quitting an application Only one application at a time can be opened and active on your CLIÉ handheld. The operation to save data is not required when you quit an application.
Using “CLIE Launcher” Locating the components Tip Tap the Home displayed. icon to display the CLIE Launcher screen if it is not A CLIE Launcher group list (page 17) Displays the list of the CLIE Launcher groups. B Favorite Applications (shortcuts) (page 21) You can create shortcuts to applications used frequently. C Application manager icons (page 23) You can manage your applications. Functions may be added when you install certain applications.
Using “CLIE Launcher” CLIE Launcher group You can sort applications by grouping them. Note Applications on a “Memory Stick” media cannot be grouped. Editing groups 1 Tap the Home icon. 2 Tap the Menu icon. 3 Select Edit CLIE Launcher Group from the CLIE Launcher menu. The CLIE Launcher Group setting screen is displayed. Note CLIE Launcher groups differ from Palm OS® standard screen categories.
Using “CLIE Launcher” 4 Select a group to edit and tap Edit. The CLIE Launcher Group screen is displayed. Name: You can rename groups. Ordering applications listed: Select the application and tap Up or Down to order applications in the CLIE Launcher screen. Adding applications: Tap Add to display the list and select an application to add. Removing applications: Select an application to remove and tap Remove. Applications removed will be listed in the Unfiled group.
Using “CLIE Launcher” 6 Tap Done. The CLIE Launcher screen is displayed. Tip You can add an application to a group by dragging an icon and dropping it in the group on the CLIE Launcher screen when the Use Drag&Drop check box on the CLIE Launcher Preferences screen (page 26) is on. Ordering listed groups 1 Select a group on the CLIE Launcher Group setting screen. 2 Tap Up or Down. The order of listed groups in the CLIE Launcher screen is changed.
Using “CLIE Launcher” Deleting a group 1 Select a group name you want to delete and tap Delete on the CLIE Launcher Group setting screen. If the group to be deleted includes an application, the Delete CLIE Launcher Group dialog box will be displayed. In the dialog box, tap Yes to delete the group. The applications included in the deleted group will be listed in the Unfiled group. Note You cannot delete the Unfiled group. Selecting a group 1 Tap the Home 2 Press the BACK button. icon.
Using “CLIE Launcher” Using Favorite Applications (shortcuts) You can create a Favorite Application (shortcut) for frequently used applications. Note You cannot create a Favorite Application (shortcut) for an application on a “Memory Stick” media. Creating a Favorite Application (shortcut) 1 Tap the Home icon. 2 Tap the Menu icon. 3 Select Edit Favorite Applications from the CLIE Launcher menu. The Favorite Application screen is displayed.
Using “CLIE Launcher” 4 Tap a Favorite Application (shortcut) number that you want to assign to an application. The list of applications is displayed. Tap the application name to create a Favorite Application (shortcut). 5 Tap Done. Note When you delete an application that is saved as a shortcut, the shortcut is automatically deleted from the Favorite Application list.
Using “CLIE Launcher” Application manager icon You can manage your applications with the application manager icons. The following icons are featured as standard functions. : Transferring applications Displays Beam dialog box (page 146) or Send dialog box (page 150). : Displaying application information (page 24) : Deleting applications (page 178) Tips • Application manager functions may be added when you install some applications.
Using “CLIE Launcher” Displaying information about applications 1 Tap the Home 2 Tap icon. . The list of applications is displayed. 3 Tap an application name whose information you want to display. The CLIE Launcher Info screen is displayed. Tap OK to close the screen.
Using “CLIE Launcher” Editing a description Tap Edit to display the Edit Description screen and enter the new description. OK button: Change to the description entered. Cancel button: Cancel the description entered. Default button: Restore the default description. Menu List The following list describes the functions of each menu in the CLIE Launcher screen. Menus in the CLIE Launcher screen Delete… Delete an application (page 178).
Using “CLIE Launcher” Options menu in the CLIE Launcher screen Preferences… Make settings for CLIE Launcher. Show Expansion Cards Check the box to display the applications on the “Memory Stick” media. (Default: On) Display Animation Check the box to adjust the on-screen motion such as scrolling operation. (Default: On) Use Drag&Drop Check the box to enable the Drag&Drop function.
Using the Palm OS® standard screen Switching to the Palm OS® standard screen Your CLIÉ handheld is initially set to display the CLIE Launcher screen when you tap Home icon. To switch to the Palm OS standard screen, follow the procedure below. 1 Tap the Home icon. 2 Tap the Menu icon. 3 Tap Go To Standard View from the Options menu. The screen will be switched to the Palm OS standard screen. Tap to display menus. Tap to select a category to be displayed.
Using the Palm OS® standard screen Switching to the CLIE Launcher screen 1 Tap the Home icon. 2 Tap the Menu icon. 3 Tap Go To CLIE Launcher View from the Options menu. The screen is switched to the CLIE Launcher screen.
Using the Palm OS® standard screen Starting an application Note For details on starting applications on a “Memory Stick” media, refer to page 130. There may be some system limitations when starting applications in “Memory Stick” media in the Application Launcher screen. Starting an application with the Jog Dial™ navigator 1 Tap the Home icon to display the Palm OS® standard screen. 2 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the application you want to start, and then press the Jog Dial™ navigator.
Using the Palm OS® standard screen Changing the preferences of the start-up screen for the Jog Dial™ navigator operation Set the preferences so that rotating the Jog Dial™ navigator displays a list of applications on the left side of the screen. 1 Tap the Menu screen. icon on the Palm OS standard The menu is displayed. 2 Tap Preferences from the Options menu. The Preferences screen is displayed.
Using the Palm OS® standard screen 3 Tap the arrow V next to Jog Select and select Popup. 4 Tap OK. When the Jog Dial™ navigator is rotated, the list of applications are automatically displayed on the left of the screen.
Using the Palm OS® standard screen Starting an application by tapping an application icon 1 Tap the Home icon to open the Palm OS standard screen. 2 Tap the icon of the application you want to start.
Using the Palm OS® standard screen Changing the display style of the Palm OS standard screen On the Palm OS standard screen, you can display applications in the list format or in the small-icon format. You can also choose to display your favorite category or last-used application when the Palm OS standard screen is displayed. 1 Tap the Home icon. 2 Tap the Menu icon. 3 Tap Preferences from the Options menu.
Using the Palm OS® standard screen Setting to display the last-opened category or the last-used application when the Palm OS standard screen is displayed 1 Tap the Home icon. 2 Tap the Menu icon. 3 Tap Preferences from the Options menu. 4 Tap the Remember Last Category check box or Remember Last Used App check box to select. The check boxes are marked by the default setting. 5 Tap OK. Note Applications are not recognized as the last-used applications and categories in the following cases.
Using the Palm OS® standard screen Displaying application by category You can choose to display applications by category. Categorizing applications 1 Tap the Home icon. 2 Tap the Menu icon. 3 Tap Category from the Application menu. 4 Tap the arrow V next to each application and select the category. Note To create a new category, tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the Application Launcher screen and then tap Edit Categories to open the Edit Categories dialog box.
Using the Palm OS® standard screen Displaying category-wise 1 Tap the Home 2 Perform either of the following operations. icon. • Repeatedly tap the Home icon or repeatedly press the Jog Dial™ navigator to display the categories in sequence. • Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the screen and select the category you want to display. Tip If you select All, all applications are displayed on the Palm OS standard screen.
Changing fonts You can change the font style in applications such as Date Book or Address Book according to your preferences. A font style can be assigned to each application. 1 Start an application whose font style you want to change. 2 Tap the Menu icon. The menu is displayed. 3 Tap Font from the Options menu. The Select Font dialog box is displayed. 4 Tap the font style you want to use. 5 Tap OK. The text in the application is displayed in the font style you selected.
Common menus The following list describes the function of each menu that is common for the CLIÉ handheld applications such as Date Book, Address, To Do List, and Memo Pad. To display the menu, tap the Menu icon while starting the application. For menus that are specific to an application, refer to the descriptions of menus for each application. Note Some menus may not be displayed depending on the display style. Edit Menu Undo Reverses the action of the last edit command.
Common menus Keyboard Opens the on-screen keyboard. Graffiti Help Opens the list of the Graffiti® character strokes. You can view a stroke for a character as needed.
Entering data on your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld This chapter explains how to enter data on your CLIÉ handheld. Entering data on your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld . . . 41 Practicing entering data using the on-screen keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Using Graffiti® writing to enter data . . . . . . . . .
Entering data on your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld On-screen keyboard (Input panel) (page 42) Enter the data by tapping the keyboard displayed on the screen. Graffiti® (page 45) Enter data using the freehand input characters called Graffiti. Once you get used to entering data using Graffiti, it is much faster than entering data with the on-screen keyboard.
Practicing entering data using the on-screen keyboard You can enter data using the stylus of your CLIÉ handheld. Entering data To enter data, software (an application) that is compatible with your CLIÉ handheld is required. Follow the steps below to practice entering data using the Date Book application. 1 Tap the Date Book Launcher screen. icon on the Application Date Book starts up. Today's schedule is displayed. 2 Tap the time line in the Date Book screen.
Practicing entering data using the on-screen keyboard 3 Tap “a” to open the alphabetic keyboard, or tap “1” to open the numeric keyboard. The selected keyboard is displayed.
Practicing entering data using the on-screen keyboard 5 When you have finished, tap Done to close the on-screen keyboard and place the text in the record.
Using Graffiti® writing to enter data This section describes the procedures for creating letters, numbers, punctuations, and symbols, and teaches you some Graffiti® tips and tricks. What is Graffiti writing? Most people find they can enter text quickly and accurately with only minutes of practice. Graffiti writing includes any character you can type on a standard keyboard. The Graffiti strokes closely resemble the upper case letters of the regular alphabet, which makes Graffiti writing easy to learn.
Using Graffiti® writing to enter data The area for writing letters and numbers are different The Graffiti writing area is divided into two parts: one for writing the letters of the alphabet and one for writing numbers. The small marks at the top and bottom of the Graffiti writing area separate the two areas.
Using Graffiti® writing to enter data S W T X U Y V Z Numbers 0 5 1 6 2 7 3 8 4 9 Keyboard symbols Space Period Back Space Shift Carriage Return Caps Tap twice Continued on next page ••••••••••••••••••• Entering data on your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld 47
Using Graffiti® writing to enter data Writing capital letters Shift to caps to make capital letters with the same stroke shapes as the basic alphabet characters. • To draw the first letter of a word as a capital letter Use the Caps Shift stroke . Caps Shift To return to lower case, use the BackSpace stroke . Note When you create a new sentence or a new record (by tapping New or a blank line), the first letter is automatically capitalized.
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Using Graffiti® writing to enter data Writing symbols and extended characters Make a Symbol Shift stroke on the Graffiti writing area to activate Symbol Shift. The next stroke you make creates a symbol or extended character.
Using Graffiti® writing to enter data Writing accented characters and nonEnglish characters To create accented characters, draw the stroke normally used to create the letter, followed by an accent stroke. Graffiti writing then adds the accent to the letter. To enter "é," for example, draw and then .
Using Graffiti® writing to enter data Displaying the Graffiti on-screen help Drag the stylus from the bottom of the writing area to the top of the screen. Graffiti Help opens a series of screens that show the complete Graffiti character set.
Using Graffiti® writing to enter data Entering characters with Graffiti 1 Tap the Date Book Launcher screen. icon on the Application Date Book starts. Today's schedule is displayed. 2 Tap the time line in the Date Book screen. 3 Use the tables on the previous pages to find the stroke shape for the letter you want to create. There are two different stroke shapes available for some letters. For those letters, choose the one that is easier for you.
Using Graffiti® writing to enter data 5 Lift the stylus from the screen at the end of the stroke shape. When you lift the stylus from the screen, your CLIÉ handheld recognizes your stroke immediately and prints the letter at the insertion point on the screen. As soon as you lift the stylus from the screen, you can begin the stroke for the next character you want to write. Note You must begin the character strokes in the Graffiti writing area.
Using Graffiti® writing to enter data Using Navigation strokes and shortcuts You can navigate within the fields of your application and also quickly enter symbols that are frequently used, by entering the navigation strokes and shortcuts with Graffiti.
Using Graffiti® writing to enter data Using Shortcuts There are four types of Graffiti Shortcut. To use a Shortcut, draw the Shortcut stroke followed by the Shortcut characters. When you draw the Shortcut stroke, the Shortcut symbol appears at the insertion point to show that you are in Shortcut mode.
Exchanging and updating data using a HotSync® operation This chapter explains how to perform a HotSync® operation with your computer. What is a HotSync® operation? . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Performing a HotSync® operation . . . . . . . . . . 60 Using the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software . . .
What is a HotSync® operation? A HotSync® operation is a one-step operation that enables you to synchronize data between your CLIÉ handheld and your computer. With just one press of the HotSync button, you can synchronize your CLIÉ handheld application data with the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software data on your computer, back up the data of your CLIÉ handheld on your computer, and install add-on applications.
What is a HotSync® operation? Tip You can save a backup of the data on your CLIÉ handheld onto a “Memory Stick” media. For details, refer to “Backing up data to a “Memory Stick” media using the Memory Stick Backup application” (161 page). 3 Using the data created in Microsoft® Windows® applications in your CLIÉ handheld Import or export the data between a Windows application on your computer and your CLIÉ handheld.
Performing a HotSync® operation To perform a HotSync® operation, the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software must be installed on your computer and the cradle should be connected to the computer. b For details on how to prepare for a HotSync® operation, follow the procedure as described in “Using your CLIÉ handheld with your computer” in the “Read This First (Operating Instructions).
Performing a HotSync® operation Note Do not remove your CLIÉ handheld from the cradle until the HotSync® operation is complete as the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software may not close normally. If the HotSync® operation does not start Make sure that the HotSync icon is displayed in the Windows task tray. If the HotSync icon is not displayed in the task tray, click Start, Programs (All Programs in Windows® XP), Sony Handheld, and HotSync Manager.
Using the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software The Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software enables you to view the data, which is transferred from your CLIÉ handheld by the HotSync® operation, on your computer. Additionally, the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software has the same functions as the Date Book, Address Book, To Do List, and Memo Pad applications so that you can enter or modify schedules or address data on your computer and export data to your CLIÉ handheld.
Using the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software Locating the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software components A List pane Displays the records in the current Desktop application. B Application Launch bar Click an icon to open the associated application. C Install Tool icon Click this icon to display the Install Tool dialog box. You can install applications from your CLIÉ handheld with a HotSync® operation. For details, refer to “Installing” on page 175.
Using the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software E Record pane Displays full details of the record that is selected in the List pane. The information displayed here is the same as that displayed on your CLIÉ handheld’s Details screen. Basic operations of the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software Click the icon of the application you want to use. The screen switches to the selected application screen. Basic operations for each application are the same as those of the corresponding CLIÉ application.
Using the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software When using the Microsoft® Windows® XP operating system When you start Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software on your computer and select Custom, File Link, View Log, or Setup from the HotSync menu, the configuration window may open behind the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software window. In this case, bring the configuration window to front by performing one of the followings. – Press the Alt and Tab keys at the same time.
Customizing your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld (Preferences) This chapter explains how to customize your CLIÉ handheld by changing the Preferences settings. What you can do with Preferences . . . . . . . . . . 67 Setting the Bluetooth™ function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Assigning applications to application buttons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 Customizing the full-screen pen stroke activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
What you can do with Preferences The Preferences screen enables you to customize the configuration options on your CLIÉ handheld. Setting options may be added by installing new application or software for peripheral devices. Settings Details Bluetooth Sets the configuration for the Bluetooth™ function. For details, refer to page 69. (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) Buttons Customizes applications assigned to application buttons and a HotSync button, or the full-screen pen stroke activities.
What you can do with Preferences Displaying the Preferences screen for each menu 1 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the Prefs icon on the Application Launcher screen and press the Jog Dial™ navigator. The Preferences screen is displayed. Tip You can also tap the Prefs icon to display the Preferences screen. 2 Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the screen and select the Preferences menu you want to configure.
Setting the Bluetooth™ function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) Note You cannot use the Bluetooth™ function while the Bluetooth Preferences screen is displayed. Turning the Bluetooth™ function on or off You can turn the Bluetooth™ function on or off. When you disable the Bluetooth™ function, you cannot send data by the function but your CLIÉ handheld’s battery is conserved. By default, the Bluetooth™ function is disabled.
Setting the Bluetooth™ function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) Viewing/Customizing Bluetooth™ information When the Bluetooth™ function is enabled, the following items are displayed on the Bluetooth Preferences screen. Device name You can enter a name for your CLIÉ handheld. The device name is required for each CLIÉ handheld to be identified. You can display the name setup window by tapping the square box.
Setting the Bluetooth™ function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) Displaying/Deleting the information of target Bluetooth™ compatible devices You can view information of Bluetooth™ compatible devices registered on your CLIÉ handheld or delete unnecessary information. 1 Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the Preferences screen and select Bluetooth. The Bluetooth Preferences screen is displayed.
Assigning applications to application buttons You can assign your favorite applications to the application buttons on the front panel of your CLIÉ handheld. For example, you can assign the Date Book button to start Calculator. The position of the application buttons varies depending on your model. b For details, refer to “Locating the parts of your Sony CLIÉ handheld” in the “Read This First (Operating Instructions).
Customizing the full-screen pen stroke activities You can customize the assignment of the full-screen pen stroke. Drag the stylus from the bottom of the writing area to the top on the screen. By default, the full-screen pen stroke activates Graffiti® Help. 1 Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the Preferences screen and select Buttons. 2 Tap Pen. The Pen screen is displayed. 3 4 Tap the arrow V next to Graffiti Help and select the settings for the full-screen pen stroke.
Assigning applications to HotSync buttons You can assign your favorite applications to the HotSync buttons on the cradle and modem (if a HotSync button is provided). 1 Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the Preferences screen and select Buttons. 2 Tap HotSync. 3 Tap the arrow V next to a button and select the application you want to assign. 4 Tap OK. The Buttons Preferences screen is displayed. You can start the selected application by pressing the HotSync button.
Adding/Changing communication device preferences You can customize the preference for a communication device to be connected to your CLIÉ handheld. The applications using the communication device comply with this preference. 1 Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the Preferences screen and select Connection. 2 Tap New. To change the existing preference, tap the preference you want to change and Edit. 3 Enter the connection name in Name. Enter a logical name.
Adding/Changing communication device preferences 6 Tap OK. The configuration for the communication device is changed and the Preferences screen is displayed.
Setting the Date & Time preferences You can set the date, time, time zone, and the on/off of daylight savings for your CLIÉ handheld. After you set the local date and time of your home base, you can change the displayed time (for example, during business trips) simply by switching the time zones. Setting the date 1 Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the Preferences screen and select Date & Time. The Date & Time Preferences screen is displayed. 2 Tap Set Date.
Setting the Date & Time preferences Setting the time 1 Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the Preferences screen and select Date & Time. The Date & Time Preferences screen is displayed. 2 Tap Set Time. The Set Time screen is displayed. 3 Tap the arrow V or v to set the hour. 4 Tap the minute box and tap the arrow V or v to set the minute. 5 Tap AM or PM. 6 Tap OK.
Setting the Date & Time preferences Setting the time zone and daylight saving time Setting the time zone 1 Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the Preferences screen and select Date & Time. The Date & Time Preferences screen is displayed. 2 Tap the Set Time Zone field. The Set Time Zone screen is displayed. 3 Select the time zone of your region. 4 Tap OK. Setting the daylight saving time 1 Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the Preferences screen and select Date & Time.
Adjusting the Digitizer You need to adjust the digitizer when performing a hard reset, when the tapping operation or scrolling does not work properly, or when you cannot adjust the brightness of the back light or screen contrast. 1 Tap the arrow in the top right-hand corner of the Preferences screen and select Digitizer. The Digitizer calibration screen is displayed. This Digitizer calibration screen is exactly the same as the screen displayed the first time you turn on your CLIÉ handheld.
Setting the display format of the time, date, and numbers Selecting a regional default When you select the region where you use your CLIÉ handheld, the display format of the time, date, week start day, and numbers are adjusted to the regional default. For example, in the United Kingdom, time is expressed using a 24-hour clock; in the United States, time is expressed using a 12-hour clock with an AM or PM suffix. The regional default setting is applied to the display formats of all your CLIÉ applications.
Setting the display format of the time, date, and numbers Customizing your own settings for each unit You can customize your own settings for the display formats of the time, date, week start day, and numbers. The settings are applied to the display formats of all your CLIÉ applications. 1 Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the Preferences screen and select Formats. 2 Tap the arrow V next to Time and select the desired format. 3 Tap the arrow V next to Date and select the desired format.
Setting the automatic power-off time Your CLIÉ handheld has an automatic power-off feature that turns off the power after a period of inactivity to conserve your CLIÉ battery. You can adjust the time setting for the automatic power-off feature. By default, your CLIÉ handheld will be turned off after two minutes of inactivity and will be on while it is connected to the cradle. 1 Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the Preferences screen and select General.
Setting sounds You can adjust the volume level of the system sounds, alarm sounds, and game sounds or turn the sounds off completely. 1 Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the Preferences screen and select General. The General Preferences screen is displayed. 2 Tap the arrow V next to System Sound and select the desired volume level or Off. When the System Sound is turned off, the chime tones associated with the HotSync® operation are also turned off.
Turning the Alarm LED on or off You can set the CLIÉ handheld to flash its LED at the setting time. If you turn the Alarm Sound off and turn on the Alarm LED, you can use the alarm feature without disturbing other people around you. 1 Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the Preferences screen and select General. The General Preferences screen is displayed. 2 Tap the arrow V next to Alarm LED and select On or Off.
Turning the Beam Receive feature on or off You can turn on or off the Beam Receive feature. When you turn off the Beam Receive feature, you cannot receive data via beaming but your CLIÉ battery is conserved. By default, the Beam Receive feature is set to On. 1 Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the Preferences screen and select General. 2 Tap the arrow V next to Beam Receive and select On or Off. • On: Enables the Beam Receive feature. • Off: Disables the Beam Receive feature.
Changing the Network preferences Note For the settings specific to each peripheral device, refer to the manual of each peripheral device. Selecting a service template You can customize the Service setting to select the service template for your Internet Service Provider or a dial-in server. 1 Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the Preferences screen and select Network. The Network Preferences screen is displayed.
Changing the Network preferences Entering a user name The User Name setting identifies the name you use when you log into your Internet Service Provider or dial-in server. 1 On the Network Preferences screen, tap User Name field. 2 Enter your user name. Notes • Although this field can contain multiple lines of text, only two lines appear onscreen. • Most dial-in servers do not accept spaces in the user name.
Changing the Network preferences Selecting a connection Use the Connection setting to select the method you want to use to connect to your Internet Service Provider or a dial-in server. 1 On the Network Preferences screen, tap the arrow V next to Connection and select Standard Modem. Adding telephone settings When you select the Phone field, your CLIÉ handheld opens a dialog box in which you define the telephone number you use to connect with your ISP or dial-in server.
Changing the Network preferences 3 Change the following settings if necessary: 1 Enter the telephone number used to access the modem. If necessary, enter a dial prefix (such as “9”) to access an outside line, and tap the Dial prefix check box. You can enter a comma in the field to introduce a “pause” in the dialing sequence. Each comma equals a two second pause.
Changing the Network preferences 3 Tap the arrow V next to Connection type and select one of the following connection types. • PPP: Point-to-Point Protocol • SLIP: Serial Line Internet Protocol • CSLIP: Compressed Serial Line Internet Protocol Tip If you are not sure, try PPP; if that doesn't work, ask your Internet Service Provider or your System Administrator for the correct connection type. 4 Tap the arrow V next to Idle timeout and select one of the following options.
Changing the Network preferences Creating additional service templates You can create additional service templates from scratch or by duplicating existing templates and editing the information. After you create a new or duplicate template, you can add and edit settings. To duplicate an existing service template 1 On the Network Preferences screen, tap the arrow V next to Service and select the predefined service template you want to duplicate. 2 Tap the Menu 3 Tap Duplicate from the Service menu.
Changing the Network preferences Creating log-in scripts A log-in script is a series of commands that automates logging in to a network server, such as your corporate network or your Internet Service Provider (ISP). You can also use non-ASCII characters or literal characters for Log-in Scripts. b For details, refer to “Non-ASCII Characters for Log-in Scripts” on page 95.
Changing the Network preferences Send CR Transmits a carriage return or LF character to the TCP/IP server to which you are connecting. Send User ID Transmits the User ID information entered in the User ID field of the Network Preferences screen. Send Password Transmits the password entered in the Password field of the Network Preferences screen. If you did not enter a password, this command prompts you to enter one. The Password command is usually followed by a Send CR command.
Changing the Network preferences Non-ASCII Characters for Log-in Scripts The following information enables you to create custom log-in scripts that require non-ASCII characters. It is provided for advanced users who understand the use and requirements of such characters in a custom log-in script. Use of ^char You may use the caret ( ^ ) to transmit ASCII command characters.
Changing the Network preferences Using the Network preferences menus This section describes the menu commands specific to network preferences. For the menu commands that are common for the CLIÉ handheld applications, refer to “Common menus” on page 38. Service menus New Creates a new service template. Delete... Deletes the current service template. Duplicate Duplicates the current service template. Option menus View Log Displays the Network Log that lists the history of your Internet connection.
Creating Graffiti® ShortCuts You can create abbreviations (ShortCuts) for entering text with Graffiti® strokes. For details on how to use Graffiti® ShortCuts, refer to “Using Shortcuts” on page 56. 1 Tap the arrow V in the top right-hand corner of the Preferences screen and select ShortCuts. 2 Tap New. The ShortCut Entry screen is displayed. 3 Enter the ShortCut name and an abbreviation (character string). 4 Tap OK. The new ShortCut is created and the list of ShortCuts is displayed.
Exchanging and updating data using a HotSync® operation (Other HotSync® operations) This chapter explains how to select HotSync® operation options and how to perform a HotSync® operation via the cradle, infrared communications port, or network. Other advanced HotSync® operations include how to use file link functions and how to import data from Windows applications. Customizing HotSync® application settings (Conduit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Customizing HotSync® application settings (Conduit) The programs handling data of an application during a HotSync® operation are called “conduit”. For each application, you can define a set of options that determine how data are handled during synchronization. By default, a HotSync® operation synchronizes all data between your CLIÉ handheld and the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software.
Customizing HotSync® application settings (Conduit) 4 Click Change. The Change HotSync Action dialog box is displayed. 5 Click to select one of the following: • • • • Synchronize the files Desktop overwrites handheld Handheld overwrites Desktop Do nothing 6 Click OK. 7 Repeat steps 2 to 6 to customize conduit settings for other applications (or other users). 8 Click Done. The conduit setting is changed. Notes • The conduit setting is applied only to the next HotSync® operation.
Synchronizing with external data (File Link) You can synchronize Address Book or Memo Pad data in your CLIÉ handheld with external files such as address book data in your computer (File Link). HotSync® Manager stores the file data in your computer in a separate category on your Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software and your CLIÉ handheld. You can set the File Link feature to start synchronization only when the external file has been updated.
Customizing HotSync® Manager startup and HotSync® setup options 1 Click the HotSync icon in the Windows task tray and select Setup from the shortcut menu. The Setup dialog box is displayed. 2 Click the General tab and select the setting as needed. If you are not sure which option to use, select Always available. • Always available: Starts the HotSync® Manager when Windows starts. This allows you to perform a HotSync® operation even when the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software is not running.
Performing an IR HotSync® operation You can use the IR (infrared) port of your CLIÉ handheld to perform an IR HotSync® operation with a computer equipped with an IrDA (Infrared Data Association) IR port. An IR HotSync® operation enables you to perform a HotSync® operation without using the cradle. Prior to performing an IR HotSync® operation Check the following items. • Your computer is equipped with an infrared port supporting the IrDA standard.
Performing an IR HotSync® operation 2 Click the HotSync icon in the Windows task tray once again and select Setup from the shortcut menu. The Setup dialog box is displayed. 3 Click the Local tab. 4 Adjust the following settings as needed. • Serial port: Specifies a virtual port for an infrared port. If you are not sure of the connection port, refer to the Infrared Monitor in the Windows Control Panel. • Speed: Determines the speed at which data is transferred.
Performing an IR HotSync® operation Performing an IR HotSync® operation You can perform an IR HotSync® operation when you have prepared your computer settings, CLIÉ handheld settings, and Conduit Setup. 1 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the HotSync icon and press the Jog Dial™ navigator. The HotSync screen is displayed. Tip You can also tap the HotSync icon on the Application Launcher screen to display the HotSync screen. 2 Tap Local. 3 Tap the arrow V and select IR to a PC/Handheld.
Performing a HotSync® operation using the Bluetooth™ function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) If you are using a Bluetooth compatible computer, you can perform a wireless HotSync® operation between your CLIÉ handheld and computer.
Performing a HotSync® operation using the Bluetooth™ function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) Tip If you have renamed a target Bluetooth™ compatible device registered on CLIÉ handheld, the device may be listed in the previous name when you detect target Bluetooth™ compatible devices. In this case, follow the procedure below. 1 Tap the Menu icon from the Bluetooth Preferences screen (page 69). 2 Tap Disable device name cache from the Options menu. 3 Detect target Bluetooth™ compatible devices.
Performing a HotSync® operation using the Bluetooth™ function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) Tips • Depending on Bluetooth compatible devices, the procedure to display the Passkey Input dialog box may be different from the above instructions or the Passkey input dialog box may not be displayed. In this case, follow the on-screen instructions and enter a passkey as needed. • Depending on the radio wave conditions, it may take time to complete detection or establish a communication.
Performing a HotSync® operation using the Bluetooth™ function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) 5 Tap the arrow V below the icon and select a connection you want to use. Select the connection name you created in step 3 in “Preparing your CLIÉ handheld” on page 106. 6 Tap the HotSync icon. A HotSync® operation starts. A message will be displayed to note that the HotSync® operation is complete.
Performing a HotSync® operation via a modem You can perform a HotSync® operation via a modem when you are away from your computer. + modem Your CLIÉ handheld away from your PC A HotSync® operation with the PC at home Notes • For the first HotSync® operation, you need to perform a local HotSync® operation using the cradle (page 60). • It may take some time to complete a HotSync® operation via a modem.
Performing a HotSync® operation via a modem Preparing your computer To perform a HotSync® operation via a modem, you need to follow the steps below to set your computer to receive a call from your CLIÉ handheld. 1 Check the following items. • The modem is connected to your computer and both the modem and computer are turned on. • No communication applications, such as fax or telephone software, are running on the COM port. • The computer is disconnected from the Internet.
Performing a HotSync® operation via a modem 5 Adjust the following settings as needed. • Serial port: Specifies the port for the modem. If you are not sure of the port settings, check the Modem Properties (Phone and Modem Options for Windows 2000 Professional/XP) in the Windows Control Panel. • Speed: Determines the speed at which data is transferred. Try the As Fast As Possible rate first, and adjust downward if you have any problems. • Modem: Specifies the modem type or manufacturer.
Performing a HotSync® operation via a modem 3 Tap the Enter phone # field beneath the modem name. The Phone Setup dialog box is displayed. 4 Adjust the following settings if necessary: 1 Enter the telephone number used to access the modem connected to your computer. 2 Enter a dial prefix (such as “9”) to access an outside line, and tap the Dial prefix check box as needed. You can also enter a comma in the field to introduce a pause in the dialing sequence. Each comma equals a two second pause.
Performing a HotSync® operation via a modem Selecting the conduits for a modem HotSync® operation You can specify files and/or applications to be synchronized to shorten the time required to synchronize data with a modem. b For details, refer to “Customizing HotSync® application settings (Conduit)” on page 99. Note If your CLIÉ handheld settings do not match those made in the Change HotSync Action window, the operation complies with the CLIÉ handheld's configurations.
Performing a HotSync® operation via a modem 4 Tap the check boxes to deselect the files and applications that you do not want to synchronize during a modem HotSync® operation. By the default setting, all files are selected to be synchronized. The data of applications that do not have a database (such as games) cannot be synchronized. 5 Tap OK.
Performing a HotSync® operation via a network To operate HotSync® operations via a network, you must have network administrator skills. You can perform a HotSync® operation via a network between your CLIÉ handheld and the computer in the LAN of your office depending on the network environment of your office. For details, contact the administrator of the remote access server. Prior to performing a HotSync® operation via a network Check the following items.
Performing a HotSync® operation via a network 6 Place your CLIÉ handheld on the cradle and press the HotSync button. The computer information (Primary PC name and Primary PC address (IP address)) is transferred to your CLIÉ handheld. When you perform a HotSync® operation via a network, your CLIÉ handheld identifies the computer based on the information transferred.
Performing a HotSync® operation via a network Preparing your CLIÉ handheld Follow the steps below to set up your CLIÉ handheld for a HotSync® operation via a network. 1 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the HotSync icon and press the Jog Dial™ navigator on the Application Launcher screen. The HotSync screen is displayed. Tip You can also tap the HotSync icon to display the HotSync screen. 2 Tap Modem. 3 Tap the Menu 4 Tap Modem Sync Prefs from the Options menu. icon.
Performing a HotSync® operation via a network 7 Tap Select Service beneath the icon. The Network Preferences screen is displayed. 8 Tap the arrow V next to Service and select Unix or Windows RAS from the drop-down list. For details, refer to “Changing the Network preferences” on page 87 and contact the administrator of the remote access server. 9 Tap Done. 10 Tap the Enter phone # field. The Phone Setup dialog box is displayed. 11 Adjust the following settings as needed. 12 Tap OK.
Performing a HotSync® operation via a network Performing a HotSync® operation via a network You can perform a HotSync® operation via a network when you have prepared your computer setting, CLIÉ handheld setting, and Conduit Setup. 1 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the HotSync icon and press the Jog Dial™ navigator on the Application Launcher screen. The HotSync screen is displayed. Tip You can also tap the HotSync icon to display the HotSync screen. 2 Tap the HotSync icon.
Performing a HotSync® operation via LAN (LANSync) To operate LANSync, you must have network manager skills. Consult a network manager prior to setting LANSync. You can perform a HotSync® operation via LAN between your computer and another computer connected to your CLIÉ handheld. LANSync via LAN LAN Your computer Prior to performing a LANSync operation Check the following items. • The Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software is installed in both computers connected by the LAN.
Performing a HotSync® operation via LAN (LANSync) 6 Place your CLIÉ handheld in the cradle and press the HotSync button. The computer information (Primary PC name and Primary PC address (IP address)) is transferred to your CLIÉ handheld. When you perform a HotSync® operation via LAN, your CLIÉ handheld identifies the computer based on the information transferred. Preparing your CLIÉ handheld Follow the steps below to set up your CLIÉ handheld for a HotSync® operation via the LAN.
Performing a HotSync® operation via LAN (LANSync) 6 Tap OK. The HotSync screen is displayed. Performing a LANSync operation You can perform a LANSync operation when you have prepared your computer setting, CLIÉ handheld setting, and Conduit Setup. Turn on the computers and start the HotSync® Manager application. Note To perform a LANSync operation, both computers connected to the cradle and performing a HotSync® are required to be set for LANSync.
Using “Memory Stick®” media This chapter explains how to communicate with another Palm OS® PDA device via “Memory Stick” media, how to handle “Memory Stick” media, and how to use the CLIE Files application for managing the data on “Memory Stick” media. Using “Memory Stick®” media . . . . . . . . . . . .125 Exchanging data via “Memory Stick” media . .
Using “Memory Stick®” media What is “Memory Stick” media? “Memory Stick” media is a new, compact, and portable Integrated Circuit recording medium with a data capacity that exceeds a floppy disk. “Memory Stick” media is specially designed for exchanging and sharing data among “Memory Stick” media compatible products, such as a digital video camera. Because it is removable, “Memory Stick” media can also be used for external data storage.
Using “Memory Stick®” media Notes When you use a “Memory Stick Duo” with your CLIÉ handheld • Make sure you use a “Memory Stick Duo” adapter. • Make sure you insert a “Memory Stick Duo” into the “Memory Stick Duo” adapter in the right direction. • Do not insert a “Memory Stick Duo” adapter into the “Memory Stick” slot of your CLIÉ handheld when a “Memory Stick Duo” is not inserted into the adapter.
Using “Memory Stick®” media Inserting and removing a “Memory Stick” media Insert a “Memory Stick” media into the “Memory Stick” slot. The “Memory Stick” LED blinks in orange while your CLIÉ handheld is accessing “Memory Stick” media (Location of the “Memory Stick” slot may vary depending on your model.
Using “Memory Stick®” media Notes on using “Memory Stick” media When you use “Memory Stick” media, follow the precautions below. • Avoid touching the terminals of “Memory Stick” media or touching it with a metal object. • Do not drop, bend, or expose “Memory Stick” media to external shock. • Do not disassemble or modify “Memory Stick” media. • Avoid getting liquid on “Memory Stick” media.
Using “Memory Stick®” media Protecting the data on “Memory Stick” media To prevent accidental erasure of important data, you can use the write protect tab of “Memory Stick” media. Write enable position Slide the tab to the left to select the write enable position. You can read and write data on the “Memory Stick” media. Write protect position (LOCK) Slide the tab to the right to select the write protect position. You can only read the data in the “Memory Stick” media.
Using “Memory Stick®” media Starting an application on “Memory Stick” media You can start the applications in “Memory Stick” media in the same way as the applications of your CLIÉ handheld. While the power of your CLIÉ handheld is on, the applications in the “Memory Stick” media will be displayed on the Application Launcher screen automatically if you insert the “Memory Stick” media into the slot (the feature does not work when certain application is running).
Using “Memory Stick®” media Viewing information of a “Memory Stick” media (Card Info) You can view the information (such as the remaining memory space) of the “Memory Stick” media with the Card Info application. 1 Insert the “Memory Stick” media into your CLIÉ handheld. 2 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the Card Info icon and press the Jog Dial™ navigator. The Card Info screen is displayed. Tip You can also tap the Card Info icon to display the Card Info screen.
Using “Memory Stick®” media Assigning a name to a “Memory Stick” media You can assign a name to each “Memory Stick” media with the Card Info application. 1 Insert the “Memory Stick” media into your CLIÉ handheld. 2 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the Card Info icon and press the Jog Dial™ navigator. The Card Info screen is displayed. 3 Tap the Menu icon. The menu is displayed. 4 Tap Rename Card in the Card menu. The Rename Card dialog box is displayed.
Using “Memory Stick®” media Formatting “Memory Stick” media A “Memory Stick” media produced commercially is already formatted for use. If you need to format your “Memory Stick” media, use the CLIE Files or Card Info application. The following explains how to format a “Memory Stick” media with the CLIE Files application. 1 2 Insert the “Memory Stick” media into your CLIÉ handheld. Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select CLIE Files and press the Jog Dial™ navigator. The CLIE Files application starts.
Exchanging data via “Memory Stick” media Starting CLIE Files You can copy, move, or delete data between a “Memory Stick” media and your CLIÉ handheld with the CLIE Files application. b For details on the CLIE Files application, refer to “CLIE Files” in the “CLIÉ Application Manual” installed on your computer. 1 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select CLIE Files and press the Jog Dial™ navigator. The CLIE Files application starts and the list of data in the “Memory Stick” media is displayed.
Exchanging data via “Memory Stick” media Tip You can select a folder in the Directory list screen and tap OK to display the contents of the folder. Additionally, you can tap New to create a new folder or tap Rename to change the name of existing folder. Notes • When the directory tree is made up of nine levels or more, directory levels are not displayed. • When the battery power of your CLIÉ handheld is insufficient, data on “Memory Stick” media may not be displayed.
Exchanging data via “Memory Stick” media • CLIE Launcher XXX: Saves the database for CLIE Launcher. If this file is deleted, you may not be able to operate CLIE Launcher. • NetworkDB: Saves network settings. If this file is deleted, network connection is disabled. • AddressDB: Saves the database for Address Book*. • DatebookDB: Saves the database for Date Book*. • MemoDB: Saves the database for Memo Pad*. • ToDoDB: Saves the database for To Do List*.
Exchanging data via “Memory Stick” media 3 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select CLIE Files and press the Jog Dial™ navigator. The CLIE Files application starts and the list of data on the “Memory Stick” media is displayed. Tip You can also tap the CLIE Files icon to start the application. 4 Press the Jog Dial™ navigator to select Internal in the top right-hand corner of the screen. 5 Tap the data you want to copy and change to . You can select multiple items by selecting the check boxes.
Exchanging data via “Memory Stick” media To copy all the data at once Tap Select in step 5 and select Select all. To cancel the selection • To cancel all the selections: tap Select and select Clear all. • To clear only specific items: tap the selected item once again. When you want to select data other than the one specified After following step 5, tap Select and select Invert. The selections of are reversed.
Exchanging data via “Memory Stick” media Copying data on “Memory Stick” media to your CLIÉ handheld You can copy the data saved on a “Memory Stick” media to your CLIÉ handheld. Prior to copying data, make sure that the memory space of your CLIÉ handheld is sufficient. Tip You can also copy data to another folder on the “Memory Stick” media. 1 Insert “Memory Stick” media into your CLIÉ handheld. 2 Tap the Home 3 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select CLIE Files and press the Jog Dial™ navigator.
Exchanging data via “Memory Stick” media 7 Tap OK. The data selected in step 4 is copied to Internal. To copy all the data at once Tap Select in step 4 and select Select all. To cancel the selection • To cancel all the selections: tap Select and select Clear all. • To clear only specific items: tap the selected item once again. To change the folder to be copied Tap or to select the folder you want to copy. The displays of the folders are changed. You can specify a folder to be copied.
Exchanging data via “Memory Stick” media Deleting data on “Memory Stick” media You can delete the data from a “Memory Stick” media with the CLIE Files application. 1 Insert “Memory Stick” media on your CLIÉ handheld. 2 Tap the Home 3 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select CLIE Files and press the Jog Dial™ navigator. icon. The CLIE Files application starts and the list of data in the “Memory Stick” media is displayed. Tip You can also tap the CLIE Files icon to start the application.
Exchanging data via “Memory Stick” media To delete all the data at once Tap Select in step 4 and select Select all. To cancel the selection • To cancel all the selections: tap Select and select Clear all. • To clear only specific items: tap the selected item once again. To change the folder to be deleted Tap or to select the folder you want to delete. The displays of the folders are changed. You can specify a folder to be deleted.
Exchanging data via “Memory Stick” media Exchanging data without using the CLIE Files application You can exchange the data between a “Memory Stick” media and your CLIÉ handheld from the menu of the Application Launcher screen. However, problems may occur depending on the application. Note the following. • You can copy only applications. Related files cannot be copied. • Data stored in the “Memory Stick” media (such as image files) cannot be displayed.
Exchanging data via “Memory Stick” media Notes on starting applications from a “Memory Stick” media You can start an application (files with extensions such as .prc,.pdb) from a “Memory Stick” media. However, note the following prior to starting them. • You can start only applications. Related files such as image files or movie files may not be opened (played back).
Beaming This chapter explains how to communicate with another Palm OS® PDA device via the infrared communications port. Beaming between your Sony CLIÉ handheld and another Palm OS® PDA . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Beaming between your Sony CLIÉ handheld and another Palm OS® PDA What you can do with beaming Your CLIÉ handheld is equipped with an IR (infrared) port that enables you to exchange data with another Palm OS® PDA device that has an IR port. The IR port is located at the top of your CLIÉ handheld, behind the small dark shield. IR Port (Location of the IR port may vary depending on your model.
Beaming between your Sony CLIÉ handheld and another Palm OS® PDA Beaming information You can beam the data on your CLIÉ handheld to another Palm OS PDA device that has an IR port. 1 Select the data, category, or business card you want to beam. 2 Tap the Menu 3 Tap one of the following: icon.
Beaming between your Sony CLIÉ handheld and another Palm OS® PDA Receiving beamed information 1 Turn on your CLIÉ handheld and point the IR port of your CLIÉ handheld directly to the IR port of another Palm OS PDA device. The Beam dialog box is displayed and beaming of data starts. 2 Select the category where you want to save the received data. You can also create a new category to save the data to, or save it in the Unfiled category. 3 Tap Yes. The data is saved.
Using the Bluetooth™ function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) This chapter explains how to exchange information such as applications or data with another Bluetooth compatible device using the Bluetooth™ function. Exchanging data using the Bluetooth™ function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .150 What you can do with the Bluetooth™ function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exchanging data using the Bluetooth™ function What you can do with the Bluetooth™ function The Bluetooth function enables wireless communication within a range of approximately 10 meters. You can use the function to exchange data between your CLIÉ handheld and other Bluetooth compliant devices. Sending data such as image files or Date Book data to another CLIÉ handheld with the built-in Bluetooth function or Bluetooth Module (optional) 1 Select a file.
Exchanging data using the Bluetooth™ function Tip Sending image files You can select a method of sending data in the dialog box. (The dialog box below may not be displayed depending on your operating environment) 2 Sending Date Book data or Address Book data Tap schedule data or address data you want to send, tap the Menu icon, and then select Send Event (for Date Book application) or Send Address (for Address application) from the menu. 2 Send a file.
Exchanging data using the Bluetooth™ function Tip If you have renamed a target Bluetooth™ compatible device registered on CLIÉ handheld, the device may be listed in the previous name when you detect target Bluetooth™ compatible devices. In this case, follow the procedure below. 1 Tap the Menu icon from the Bluetooth Preferences screen (page 69). 2 Tap Disable device name cache from the Options menu. 3 Detect target Bluetooth™ compatible devices.
Using the Calculator and finding records This chapter explains how to efficiently search for records and how to use the calculator. Using the Calculator (Calc) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 154 Finding records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Calculator (Calc) Calculating with the Calculator You can perform basic calculations with the calculator. Moreover, you can save the numbers in the calculator memory and recall it from the memory. 1 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the Calculator icon and press the Jog Dial™ navigator on the Application Launcher screen. The Calculator application starts. Tip You can also tap the Calc icon to start the application. 2 Perform calculations.
Using the Calculator (Calc) The functions of the Calculator buttons The calculator has several buttons to help you perform calculations. CE Clears the last number you entered. Use this button if you make a mistake while entering numbers. This button enables you to re-enter the number without starting the calculation again. C Clears the entire calculation and enables you to start a new calculation. +/– Toggles the current number between positive and negative.
Using the Calculator (Calc) Using the Calculator menus Edit menus Copy, Paste Copies values from Calculator and pastes it into another application. You can also paste numeric values you copied from another application such as Memo Pad into Calculator. Options menus Recent Calculations You can review the last series of calculations. This is useful when you want to view the calculations later. About Calculator Shows the version information for the Calculator application.
Finding records Using the Find option You can find records, such as Date Book, Address Book, To Do List, or Memo Pad data, in your CLIÉ handheld by entering the whole word or first few letters. The search results are displayed by application. This feature helps if you do not remember which application you used to create a record you search for. Note The Find option is not compatible with some application data. 1 Tap the Find icon. The Find dialog box is displayed. 2 Enter the text you want to find.
Finding records 4 Tap the data you want to view in the list of search results. The application associated with the data automatically starts to open the data. To stop searching Tap Stop and Exit. To resume the search, tap Find More. Note The Find option is not case sensitive; searching for “sony” also finds “Sony”. Tip Select text in an application prior to tapping the Find icon to automatically place the text in the Find dialog box.
Backing up your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld data This chapter explains how to take a back-up of your CLIÉ handheld data. Backing up your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld data . . 160 Backing up data to your computer through a HotSync® operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Backing up data to a “Memory Stick” media using the Memory Stick Backup application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Backing up your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld data You can create backup of your CLIÉ handheld data by one of the following methods: • Back up data to your computer through a HotSync® operation • Back up data to a “Memory Stick” media using the Memory Stick Backup application Backing up data to your computer with a HotSync® operation By the default settings, you can back up the following data to your computer through a HotSync® operation: • Memo Pad data files • Address Book data files • To Do List data files • Date
Backing up your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld data Backing up data to a “Memory Stick” media using the Memory Stick Backup application With the Memory Stick Backup application, you can back up the following applications and data to a “Memory Stick” media. • Memo Pad data files • Address Book data files • To Do List data files • Date Book data files • Preferences data files • Add-on application files 1 Insert a “Memory Stick” media into your CLIÉ handheld.
Backing up your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld data Tips • The back-up takes a few minutes. • In step 4, you can also select an existing file from the backup list then tap Backup to overwrite it. • The data size displayed in the list shows the size of the applications and data stored in CLIÉ handheld. • “Number of database” shows the number of applications and data that have been backed up.
Backing up your Sony CLIÉ™ handheld data 6 Tap the Restore icon. The Restore All Files dialog box is displayed. 7 Tap OK. The Confirm Restore dialog box is displayed. 8 Tap OK. The Restore Process dialog box is displayed. If there are initial data automatically created by each application when you performed a hard reset or if you created or updated data after a hard reset, the Overwrite Confirm dialog box is displayed.
Protecting your data with a password This chapter explains how to manage your personal details using the various applications of your CLIÉ handheld and how to protect your data with a password. Entering personal information . . . . . . . . . . . . 165 Locking your CLIÉ handheld with a password (Data protection) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167 Turn off your CLIÉ handheld after locking . . . 167 Setting your CLIÉ handheld to be locked automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Entering personal information You can enter personal information such as name, company name and telephone number in your CLIÉ handheld. If you assign a password, the personal information will be displayed when the CLIÉ handheld is turned on next time. 1 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the Preferences icon and press the Jog Dial™ navigator on the Application Launcher screen. The Preferences screen is displayed. Tip You can also tap the Preferences icon to display the Preferences screen.
Entering personal information If you have already assigned a password to protect your data As the information is already protected, the personal information cannot be entered or edited. Follow the steps below to unlock the protection to enter/edit personal information. 1 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the Prefs icon and press the Jog Dial™ navigator on the Application Launcher screen. The Preferences screen is displayed. Tip You can also tap the Prefs icon to display the Preferences screen.
Locking your CLIÉ handheld with a password (Data protection) You can lock your CLIÉ handheld by assigning a password. Your CLIÉ handheld requires a user to enter the password when it is turned on. Note To start your CLIÉ handheld when it is locked, you must enter the correct password. If you forget the password, you need to perform a hard reset. However, performing a hard reset deletes all the data on your CLIÉ handheld (by performing a HotSync® operation, you can restore the backup data in your computer).
Locking your CLIÉ handheld with a password (Data protection) 3 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select Security and press the Jog Dial™ navigator, on the Application Launcher screen. The Security screen is displayed. Tip You can also tap the Security icon to display the Security screen. 4 Tap Lock & Turn OFF. The System Lockout screen is displayed. 5 Tap Off & Lock. Your CLIÉ handheld turns off and locks. To start your CLIÉ handheld, you must enter the correct password.
Locking your CLIÉ handheld with a password (Data protection) Setting your CLIÉ handheld to be locked automatically You can set a time for your CLIÉ handheld to be locked automatically. 1 Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Turn off your CLIÉ handheld after locking” on page 167. The Security screen is displayed. 2 Tap Never. The Password screen is displayed. 3 Enter the password and tap OK. The Lock Handheld screen is displayed. 4 Tap your choice from the list on the Lock Handheld screen.
Protecting data You can protect your data from unauthorized users by assigning a password. Additionally, you can create private data which will not be shown even if a password is entered. Assigning a password You can assign a password to protect your private data or to lock your CLIÉ handheld. 1 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select Security and press the Jog Dial™ navigator on the Application Launcher screen. The Security screen is displayed.
Protecting data Tip In step 3, you can enter a hint to remember your password. The hint will be displayed to remind you the correct password when you enter the incorrect password. Changing or deleting a password You can change or delete the assigned password. 1 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select Security and press the Jog Dial™ navigator on the Application Launcher screen. The Security screen is displayed. Tip You can also tap the Security icon to display the Security screen. 2 Tap -Assigned-.
Protecting data Hiding or masking private data You can choose to hide or mask your private data in applications such as Address Book or Memo Pad. To view the private data, you need to enter the password. Even if the data is invisible, it is saved. 1 Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select Security on the Application Launcher screen. The Security screen is displayed. Tip You can also tap the Security icon to display the Security screen.
Enhancing features with add-on applications This chapter explains how to enhance features of your CLIÉ handheld by installing applications from your computer, Internet and “Memory Stick” media. Enhancing features with add-on applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing from your computer . . . . . . . . . . . . Installing applications on a “Memory Stick” media. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Enhancing features with add-on applications To install the applications from the supplied CD-ROM, refer to “Using applications” of the “Read This First (Operating Instructions).” You can enhance the features of your CLIÉ handheld by installing applications such as games or other software that run on Palm OS (Add-on applications). For the latest information on the applications that can be used in your CLIÉ handheld, please refer to the CLIÉ website.
Installing Installing from your computer You can install the applications of your computer onto your CLIÉ handheld or “Memory Stick” media inserted in your CLIÉ handheld. For details on how to install the applications that are supplied with your CLIÉ handheld, refer to “Using applications” of the “Read This First (Operating Instructions).” 1 Double click the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ icon on your Windows desktop.
Installing 5 Select applications you want to install from the folder and click Open. A list of the selected applications is displayed on the Install Tool screen. Click Remove to delete applications that you do not want to install. The applications will be deleted from the list, but not from your computer. 6 Click Done. The confirmation screen is displayed. 7 Click OK. 8 Perform a local HotSync® operation.
Installing Installing applications on a “Memory Stick” media The applications can be installed on “Memory Stick” media by the following methods. • Install an application directly into “Memory Stick” media from your computer using the Memory Stick Import/Memory Stick Export application. • After step 5 of “Installing from your computer,” click Changing the installation destination. Select the application and click either >> or << to specify “Memory Stick” media for the location to save the application.
Installing Deleting the installed add-on applications Tip You can only delete the applications that you installed yourself. Default applications such as Address Book, Memo Pad cannot be deleted. 1 Tap the Home icon. 2 Tap the Delete icon. The Delete dialog box is displayed. Tip You can also delete an application by dragging an icon and dropping it over the Delete icon on the CLIE Launcher screen when the Use Drag&Drop check box on the CLIE Launcher Preferences screen (page 26) is on.
Exchanging data with another Sony CLIÉ™ handheld This chapter explains how to transfer data from your CLIÉ handheld to other CLIÉ handhelds. Exchanging data with another Sony CLIÉ™ handheld . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180 Transferring data using the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Exchanging data with another Sony CLIÉ™ handheld Notes • You cannot transfer data from another CLIÉ handheld with the Memory Stick Backup application. • You cannot transfer applications that you installed. You need to reinstall them to your CLIÉ handheld. • Some third-party applications may operate only on your old CLIÉ handheld. For details, contact the application manufacturer.
Exchanging data with another Sony CLIÉ™ handheld 6 Repeat step 3 through 5 to export data of other applications. 7 Click the user name of your new CLIÉ handheld from the User name list in the top right-hand corner of the screen. Tip If you have never performed a HotSync® operation with your new CLIÉ handheld, select Users from the Tools menu. Click New in the Users screen and enter a new user name. Then select the user name you just entered. 8 Click Import, from the File menu.
Exchanging data with another Sony CLIÉ™ handheld Note on performing a HotSync® operation on another CLIÉ handheld When using another CLIÉ handheld, install (overwrite) the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software that is supplied with the newly purchased CLIÉ handheld without deleting the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software that is being used, from your computer. The new Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software will be installed after uninstalling the old software except for the necessary features for another CLIÉ handheld.
INDEX A Application Add-on applications . . . . . . . . . . . . .174 Deleting the add-on applications . . .178 Enhancing the features . . . . . . . . . .174 Installing from the Internet . . . . . . . .177 Installing from your computer . . . . . .175 Quitting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15 Starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Application buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72 Application Launcher screen CLIE Launcher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75 Customizing the full-screen pen stroke activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73 D Data protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .167 Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81 Date Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42 Digitizer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80 Dragging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11 E Entering data Graffiti® writing . . . . . . . . . . .
M Mask Records . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .172 Memory Stick Backup . . . . . . . . . . . .161 “Memory Stick” LED . . . . . . . . . . . . .127 “Memory Stick” media Assigning a name . . . . . . . . . . . . . .132 Exchanging data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .134 Formatting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .133 Inserting and removing . . . . . . . . . .127 Protecting the data in “Memory Stick” media . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .129 Starting an application . . . . . . . . . . .
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