Stowaway TM Portable Keyboard for Compaq iPAQTM Pocket PC
i Contents The Targus Stowaway Portable Keyboard...................................... 1 Setting Up Your Stowaway................................................................ 2 Installing the Stowaway Portable Keyboard Software .................................................. 2 Removing the Stowaway Portable Keyboard Software ................................................ 4 Setting Up the Stowaway Portable Keyboard ...............................................................
1 The Targus Stowaway Portable Keyboard The Stowaway™ Portable Keyboard is a convenient solution for typing data and commands into your Compaq iPAQ™ Pocket PC.
2 In addition to this user’s guide, this package contains: • Targus Stowaway Portable Keyboard • Targus Stowaway Software • Right angle power connector dongle Setting Up Your Stowaway Installing the Stowaway Portable Keyboard Software Follow these instructions to install the Stowaway keyboard software on your Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC. Before installing the software, make sure that: • You save all open documents. • ActiveSync is installed and active on your PC. • Your iPAQ has at least 80 KB free memory.
3 2 Insert the Stowaway keyboard software CD into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. Setup begins automatically. 3 If setup does not begin automatically, open Windows Explorer and double-click the CD-ROM icon. Then double-click the setup.exe file to run the installation program. Installing Applications screen 4 When Microsoft ActiveSync displays the message “Install ‘Targus Stowaway Keyboard’ using the default application install directory?,” click Yes. The application files are then sent to your iPAQ.
4 To complete the installation, follow the on-screen instructions on your iPAQ. To verify that installation is complete on your iPAQ, tap Start. Stowaway is now visible in the Start menu. Removing the Stowaway Portable Keyboard Software If necessary, you can remove the Stowaway keyboard software from your iPAQ: 1 Tap Start, then select Settings. 2 Tap on the System tab and then Remove Programs. The Stowaway keyboard is listed in the Programs in Storage Memory list. 3 Tap Targus Stowaway, then tap Remove.
5 Setting Up the Stowaway Portable Keyboard NOTE: You must install the Stowaway keyboard software before you can begin using the keyboard. For more information, see “Installing the Stowaway Portable Keyboard Software” on page 2. Opening the Keyboard 1 Hold the unit in both hands and, using your thumb, push the latch down to unlock the case.
6 2 Unfold the keyboard and set it on a firm, flat surface. Unfolding the Stowaway keyboard 3 Slide the red end-grips inward, bringing the keyboard sections together.
7 Attaching Your iPAQ 1 Slide the docking mechanism, located at the top of the keyboard, all the way out of the keyboard until the PDA foot flips up. NOTE: If the PDA foot does not flip up, check that the docking mechanism is fully extended. Extending the docking mechanism and PDA foot 2 Lift the docking connector until it clicks into place.
8 3 If your iPAQ needs charging, connect the AC adapter to the right angle power connector dongle, then connect the dongle to your iPAQ. CAUTION: You must use the right angle power connector dongle that comes with the keyboard. Other connectors will not offer the same stability or fit and may cause interference when using the Stowaway keyboard. 4 Line up the bottom speaker hole with the alignment marker on the keyboard docking connector and push down gently to make the connection.
9 Closing the Stowaway Portable Keyboard 1 Pull your iPAQ upward to remove it from the docking connector and dis- connect the right angle power connector (if connected). 2 Fold down the docking connector and PDA foot until flat, then slide the docking mechanism into the keyboard. Retracting the docking mechanism 3 With the unit still on a flat surface, slide the red end-grips toward the ends of the case, separating the keyboard sections as far apart as possible.
10 4 Lift the keyboard, push the center up to form a “W,” then close the keyboard, pressing the four corners of the case together until they click into place.
11 Using Your Stowaway Portable Keyboard Starting the Keyboard Software After installing the Stowaway keyboard software and restarting your Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC, the keyboard software runs automatically and you can use the keyboard at any time to enter characters or commands. NOTE: If the keyboard does not function after installing the Stowaway keyboard software and resetting the iPAQ, check the settings in the Stowaway application. For more information, see “Using the Stowaway Application” on page 15.
12 Key Sequence Emulates Result Fn + Caps Lock Num Lock key All keys embedded with brown characters are accessible by enabling the Num Lock setting. Enabling Num Lock emulates a 10-key keypad interface found on most standard keyboards. Fn + Backspace Off key Turns off your iPAQ. To turn it back on, press the Power button. Fn + Enter OK key Selects the “OK” in the top-right corner of the display. Selecting or tapping “OK” usually closes the window.
13 Navigation Keys The navigation or arrow keys, located in the lower-right corner of the Stowaway keyboard, enable you to quickly relocate the cursor on your iPAQ by using the Fn, Shift, and Ctrl keys in combination with the arrow keys. The following table lists the available navigation key combinations. Key Result Fn + ↑ Emulates the Page up key. ↓ Emulates the Page down key. ← Emulates the Home key. → Emulates the End key. Shift + ↑ Highlights one line of text upward from the cursor position.
14 Things to Remember Hardware • Typing with the Stowaway keyboard on your knee does not provide the same robust feel as typing on a flat, solid surface. If you set the keyboard on an uneven surface, it will bow slightly in the center. To stabilize the Stowaway keyboard, place it on a firm, flat object such as a magazine, book, or briefcase. • Use your stylus for selecting list items and making menu selections.
15 Comfortable Typing Research suggests that physical discomfort and injury to nerves, tendons, and muscles may be related to repetitive motion, an improperly set up work area, incorrect body posture, and poor work habits. To reduce the risk of injury, follow these precautions: • Stand, stretch, and move around several times every hour. • Switch hands while performing tasks. Use shortcut keys to move efficiently and avoid repetitive, awkward movements. • Type gently and lightly.
16 The available Stowaway application tabs are: • Config Shows the Stowaway configuration options • Hot-Key Lists the Fn 1 - 0 key assignments • About Shows the software name, version, copyright, and Help button Configuring Keyboard Settings The Config tab in the Stowaway application allows you to regulate the keystroke speed and enable/disable the following features: • Enable Keyboard Allows the keyboard to work properly.
17 To change these settings, open the Stowaway application. You will see the Config tab at the bottom of the Stowaway Settings window. Stowaway Config tab Set your preferences and close the window by pressing Fn + Enter on the keyboard or tapping OK on the iPAQ to save your changes.
18 Assigning Hot-Keys The Stowaway keyboard software provides ten user-definable hot-keys through the use of the Fn key plus the 1 through 0 keys across the top of the keyboard. To define these hot-keys: 1 Open the Stowaway application, then tap the Hot-Key tab.
19 2 Choose the Fn + number you want to assign, then tap on the drop-down menu arrow. An application list appears. Fn + number assignment screen 3 Select the application you want to assign to the Fn + number. Closing the window by pressing Fn + Enter on the keyboard or tapping OK on the iPAQ saves the Fn + number assignments automatically. NOTE: Use the programmable Fn keys for applications you use the most, such as QMenu.
20 To assign an Fn key to open a specific file, such as a Word or Excel document: 1 From the Hot-Key tab, choose the Fn + number you want to assign, then tap on the drop-down menu arrow. 2 Tap Choose Data File... .
21 A list of data files appears. Select Hot-Key file screen 3 Tap on the specific file you want to assign to the Fn + number. The Stowaway Hot-Key tab screen appears. Closing the Stowaway application by pressing Fn + Enter on the keyboard or tapping OK on the iPAQ saves the Fn + number assignments automatically.
22 Accessing Help from the About Tab The About tab in the Stowaway application allows you to view the Stowaway keyboard software version, copyright and trademark information, and also contains the Stowaway keyboard Help button. To access About, open the Stowaway application, then tap the About tab. To access Stowaway keyboard Help, tap the Help button.
23 The Stowaway Help contents screen appears. Stowaway Help contents screen To view all of the Help topics for your iPAQ from the Stowaway Help file, tap View in the lower-left corner, and then tap All Installed Help. You can also access the Stowaway Help file from the Programs window by tapping Start, then Help, and then Stowaway.
24 Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions What should I do when I type on the keyboard, and nothing happens? • Check that your Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC is charged, or that you have the AC adapter firmly connected to a working outlet. • Make sure that your iPAQ is properly connected to the Stowaway Portable Keyboard. • Verify that the software is installed according to instructions. • Confirm that the Stowaway keyboard software is enabled.
25 Can I use my keyboard while I am using the PC Card Expansion Pack or the CF Card Expansion Pack? Yes, if the expansions don’t use the same communications port as the keyboard. Otherwise you will have to switch between the keyboard and the expansion. NOTE: The viewing angle is slightly different when using an expansion pack with the keyboard.
26 Warranty Targus warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year. If your Targus Stowaway Portable Keyboard is found to be defective within that time, we will promptly repair or replace it. This warranty does not cover accidental damage, wear and tear, or consequential or incidental loss.
27 Europe Belgium +32 0 02-717-2451 Denmark +45 0 35-25-8751 France +33 0 1-64-53-9151 Germany +49 0 21-16-579-1151 Italy +39 0 24-827-1151 Netherlands +31 0 53-484-9470 Spain +34 0 91-745-6221 Sweden +46 0 8-571-4058 Switzerland +41 0 1-212-0007 United Kingdom +44 0 20-7744-0330 Eastern Europe & others +31 0 53-484-9479 Regulatory Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
28 FCC Statement Tested to Comply This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
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