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Table of Contents Preface........................................................................................................v 1 Getting Started .............................................................................. 1 1.1 Hardware Features ..............................................................................1 Front Components ...............................................................................1 Back Components ................................................................
Entering Text Using the Input Panel ................................................. 20 Writing on the Screen ....................................................................... 22 Drawing on the Screen ..................................................................... 25 Recording a Message ....................................................................... 27 Using My Text ................................................................................... 29 3 Managing Your Pocket PC .......
Companion Programs ................................................................. 59 5.1 Pocket Word ......................................................................................59 Creating a Document.........................................................................60 Working with Pocket Word Documents .............................................62 5.2 Pocket Excel ......................................................................................63 Creating a Workbook ............
7 Troubleshooting and Maintenance ............................................ 89 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 Resetting Your Pocket PC ................................................................ 89 Restoring Factory Default State........................................................ 90 Power Problems................................................................................ 91 Memory Problems............................................................................. 91 Screen Problems ..........
Preface Welcome Congratulations on purchasing this Windows® Powered Pocket PC. Due to the size and capabilities of the device, you can keep your most important business and personal information up-to-date and close at hand. Microsoft ActiveSync increases the power of your Pocket PC by allowing you to synchronize the information on your desktop or laptop computer with your Pocket PC.
About this Manual This manual contains comprehensive information of your Pocket PC to help you operate the device. Throughout the manual, the following conventions are used to distinguish elements of text. NOTE: provides additional hints or information that requires special attention. CAUTION: identifies important information which, if not followed, may result in loss of data or damage to your device. Any name of menu, command, icon or button that you can see on the screen is shown in a bold typeset.
1 Getting Started This chapter introduces you to the external components of your Pocket PC and guides you through the process of setting up your Pocket PC for use. 1.1 Hardware Features The illustrations below introduce you to the various buttons, connectors, ports and features of your Pocket PC.
Ref Component Touch Screen Description Displays the output of your Pocket PC. Tap the screen with the stylus to select menu commands or enter information. Program Buttons Each of the four buttons provides a quick way to run a specific program. By default, they are Notes, Calendar and Tasks buttons. The buttons Contacts, are customizable. Microphone Receives sound and voice to record voice notes. Navigation Pad Moves up, down, left or right by pressing the corresponding area of the pad.
Ref Component Battery Switch Description Clears the memory of your Pocket PC and restores the factory default state. CAUTION: Always leave the battery switch in the ON position during normal operation. Right-Side Components Ref Component Headphone Connector Description Connects to a pair of stereo headphones.
Left-Side Components Ref Component Description Lanyard Eyelet Lanyard attaches to this opening. Scroll Dial Scrolls up or down within a menu by rotating upward or downward. Selects by pressing. 4 Record Button Records voice notes by pressing and holding. Reset Button Restarts your Pocket PC.
Top Components Ref Component Description IR Port Beams files to other mobile devices. SD/MMC Slot Accepts an optional SD (Secure Digital) or MMC (MultiMediaCard) card for removable storage. Power Button Turns your Pocket PC on or off by pressing briefly. Turns the screen backlight off by pressing and holding. Stylus Tap on the touch screen to make selections and enter information. Pull the stylus out of its slot to use and store it in the slot when not in use.
USB Cradle and ActiveSync Cable NOTE: The availability of the cradle and cable depends on your choice of purchase. The USB cradle provides a convenient way to charge your Pocket PC and synchronize data with a desktop computer. You can also use the ActiveSync cable to connect directly to your Pocket PC, without using the cradle. Ref Component USB Connector Description Connects to the USB port of a desktop computer for data synchronization. Power Connector Connects to the AC adapter.
1.2 Setting Up Your Pocket PC for Use You must perform the initial startup and charge the battery before starting to use your Pocket PC. Performing the Initial Startup The battery switch should be set to the ON (down) position for normal operation. 1. Make sure that your Pocket PC is turned off. 2. Pull out the stylus and use it to slide the battery switch to the ON (down) position. CAUTION: Always leave the battery switch in the ON position during normal operation. 3.
Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter (PHIHONG, PSC05R-050) supplied with your Pocket PC. Use of another type of AC adapter will result in malfunction and/or danger. This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Unit marked “LPS” and output rated +5 V dc / 900mA minimum. Before using your Pocket PC for the first time, you must charge and calibrate the battery. 1. Plug the converter to the AC adapter. 2. Connect to AC power.
3. The charge indicator glows amber when charging is in progress. Do not disconnect your Pocket PC from AC power until the battery is fully charged, as indicated by the steady amber indicator going off. This will take a couple of hours. 4. When the charge indicator goes off, your Pocket PC will automatically calibrate the battery. If you want to unplug the AC adapter, wait at least 5 seconds.
4. In the “Start Here” screen, click Install ActiveSync 3.5 on the left column. 5. In the “Install ActiveSync 3.5” screen, click Install to start installation. 6. In the “File Download” screen, click Run this program from its current location. 7. Follow the onscreen instructions to install ActiveSync. When prompted, connect your Pocket PC to your desktop computer. You can connect either with or without the cradle. NOTE: The availability of the cradle and cable depends on your choice of purchase.
9. Follow the onscreen instructions to establish a partnership and synchronize your Pocket PC with your desktop computer. After your first synchronization, the data you have stored on your desktop computer such as Calendar, Contacts and Tasks is copied to your Pocket PC. You are now ready to take it along with you when you go. For more information on ActiveSync, see section 6.2. 1.
NOTE: Make sure that no foreign objects enter the slot. Keep a SD or MMC card in a well-protected box to avoid dust and humidity when you are not using it. To use a SD/MMC card, insert it into the slot, with the connector pointing to the slot and its label facing the front of the Pocket PC. Follow the instructions supplied with the card for more information.
2 Basic Skills This chapter familiarizes you with the basic operations of your Pocket PC such as using the stylus, navigation button, scroll dial, Today screen, menus and programs. You will also know how to enter information. 2.1 Using the Stylus The stylus serves as a mouse for computers. You use it to navigate and select objects on the screen. Pull the stylus out of the slot and extend it for ease of use. Store it in the slot when not in use.
2.2 Using the Navigation Pad Up With the navigation pad, you can move up, down, left and right within a menu. Simply press the corresponding area of the pad. This is particularly useful for one-hand operation. Right Left Down 2.3 Using the Scroll Dial With the scroll dial, you can scroll within a menu and activate the selected item. This is particularly useful for one-hand operation. Up To scroll up or backward within a menu, rotate the scroll dial upward and then release it.
2.4 Today Screen When you turn on your Pocket PC for the first time each day (or after 4 hours of inactivity), you will see the Today screen. You can also display it by tapping and then Today. On the Today screen, you can see at a glance important information for the day. Tap to change volume or mute all sounds. Tap to switch to a program. Tap to change date and time. Your day at a glance. Tap an item to access associated program so that you can view or change information. Tap to create a new item.
Status Icons When the Today screen is displayed, you may see the following status icons on the Command bar or Navigation bar. In most cases, you can tap a status icon to display the associated control panel or more information related to the item. For example, tap a battery status icon to open the Power control panel.
2.5 Navigation Bar and Command Bar The Navigation bar is located at the top of the screen. It displays the active program and current time and allows you to switch programs and close screens. The Navigation bar and Start menu: Tap to quickly select a program you have recently used. Tap to select a program. Tap to see additional programs. Tap to customize the Pocket PC. Use the Command bar at the bottom of the screen to perform tasks in programs.
2.6 Running Programs You can switch from one program to another during your work session without closing any program. To switch to a program, you can: at the left-top corner of the screen and select from the Start menu. Tap (To customize which programs you see on the Start menu, tap Settings Personal tab Menu icon.) and then tap Programs to access additional programs. Tap the Tap program icon to run a program. Press a program button on the front of your Pocket PC.
2.7 Pop-up Menus With pop-up menus, you can quickly choose an action for an item. For example, you can use the pop-up menu in the contact list to quickly delete a contact, make a copy of a contact or send an email message to a contact. The actions in the pop-up menus vary from program to program. To access a pop-up menu, tap and hold the stylus on the name of the item that you want to perform the action on. When the menu appears, lift the stylus and tap the action you want to perform.
To choose reminder types and sounds for your Pocket PC, tap Personal tab Sounds & Notifications icon. Settings 2.9 Entering Information You have several options for entering new information: Use the Input panel to enter typed text, either by using the soft keyboard or other input methods. Write directly on the screen. Draw pictures on the screen. Speak into the microphone to record a message. Entering Text Using the Input Panel Use the Input panel to enter information in any program on your Pocket PC.
Tap here if this is the right word. NOTE: To change word suggestion options, such as the number of words suggested at Settings Personal tab Input icon Word Completion tab. one time, tap Block Recognizer With Block Recognizer, you can use the stylus to input characters using strokes that are similar to the Palm™ Graffiti® method. To type with Block Recognizer: 1. Tap the arrow next to the Input panel button and then tap Block Recognizer. 2. Write a letter in the box.
2. Write a letter in the box. When you write a letter, it is converted to typed text that appears on the screen. For specific instructions on using Letter Recognizer, open Letter Recognizer and then tap the question mark next to the writing area. Transcriber With Transcriber you can write anywhere on the screen using the stylus just as you would on paper.
Tap the Pen button and use your stylus like a pen. NOTE: Some programs that accept writing may not have the Pen button. See the documentation for that program to find out how to switch to writing mode. Editing Your Writing If you want to edit or format writing, you must first select the writing and then edit it. 1. Tap and hold the stylus next to the text you want to select until the insertion point appears. Without lifting, drag the stylus across the text you want to select.
2. To convert writing to text, tap Tools Recognize or tap and hold the selected words and then tap Recognize on the pop-up menu. Your writing is turned into text. If a word is not recognized, it is left as writing. Select the text you want to convert and tap Recognize on the pop-up menu. The writing is turned into text. If the conversion is incorrect, you can select different words from a list of alternates or return to the original writing. 1. Tap and hold the incorrect word (tap one word at a time). 2.
Tap to return to your original writing. Or, tap the word you want to use. Some tips for getting good recognition are listed below: Write neatly. Write on the lines and draw descenders below the line. Write the cross of the “t” and apostrophes below the top line so that they are not confused with the word above. Write periods and commas above the line. For better recognition, use the Tools menu to increase the zoom level to 300%. Write the letters of a word close together and leave big gaps between words.
Creating a Drawing 1. To create a drawing, cross three ruled lines on your first stroke. A drawing box appears. 2. Subsequent strokes in or touching the drawing box become part of the drawing. Drawings that do not cross three ruled lines will be treated as writing. The drawing box indicates the boundaries of the drawing. Pen button. NOTE: You may want to change the zoom level so that you can more easily work on or view your drawing. Tap Tools and then choose a zoom level.
Recording a Message n any program where you can write or draw on the screen, you can also quickly capture thoughts, reminders and phone numbers by recording a message. In Calendar, Tasks Contacts, you can include a recording in the Notes tab. In the Notes program, you can either create a stand-alone recording or include a recording in a written note. If you want to include the recording in a note, open the note first. In the Inbox program, you can add a recording to an email message.
Indicates an embedded recording. Tap to begin recording. Tap to show or hide the Recording toolbar. Recording Formats Your Pocket PC supports several formats for voice notes. The formats vary in both the quality of the recording and the size of the sound file. When selecting a recording format, you should consider the quality you need as well as how much storage memory the recording will use on your Pocket PC. Not all recording formats are compatible with other software or computers.
The list of recording formats on your Pocket PC indicates the sample rate, whether the format is stereo or mono and how much storage memory is required per second of recording. You may need to experiment with different sample rates and formats to determine which format best suits your voice. Using My Text When using Inbox or MSN Messenger, use My Text to quickly insert preset or frequently used messages into the text entry area. To insert a message, tap My Text and then tap a message.
3 Managing Your Pocket PC This chapter tells you how to effectively manage power, memory, settings, data and programs of your Pocket PC. 3.1 Managing Power You must maintain a continuous power supply to your Pocket PC to retain your data, including any information, programs or settings that you added to your Pocket PC. A fully charged battery should provide power for up to 8 hours of use. The operating time of a fully charged battery depends on how you are using the Pocket PC.
connect the Pocket PC to external AC power for charging before you can use it again. If the battery completely runs out of power, you will lose any information, programs or settings that you added. Power-Saving Tips Follow these suggestions to maximize the battery’s operating time, particularly when you are relying solely on the battery power for extended time periods. Suspend frequently.
3.2 Managing Memory Storage and Program Memory CAUTION: The maximum size of a file to be stored in the RAM of your Pocket PC is 20MB. Files, settings and data that you add to your Pocket PC are stored in RAM (Random Access Memory). The RAM on your Pocket PC is shared between storage memory and program memory. Storage memory Storage memory is used to store the data you create and additional programs you install. Program memory Program memory is used to run programs on your Pocket PC.
3.3 Customizing Your Pocket PC NOTE: Incorrect settings may cause your system to malfunction. Make sure that you fully understand the function of a certain item before any adjustment. You can customize the settings of the Pocket PC to your own preferences. Tap tap Settings. You can tap any of the icons on the Personal, System or Connections tabs for the options.
Tab System Items About Descriptions To show the hardware information of the Pocket PC and to define the device name that your Pocket PC uses for identifying itself to other computers. Backlight To adjust the brightness level of the display and to set the automatic turnoff for power saving purposes. Clock To change the time and date and to set alarms.
3.4 Finding and Organizing Information The Find feature on your Pocket PC helps you quickly locate information. To find a file, tap Find. Enter the text you want to find, select a data type and then tap Go to start the search. NOTE: To quickly find information that is taking up storage space on your Pocket PC, select Larger than 64 KB under Type. You can also use the File Explorer to find files on your Pocket PC and to organize these files into folders. Tap Programs File Explorer icon.
3.5 Backing Up Data To prevent loss of data, you should back up your Pocket PC frequently. Your Pocket PC comes with two programs for backing up data: Microsoft ActiveSync ActiveSync enables you to back up data to your desktop computer. You can back up all data on your Pocket PC or only your PIM databases (Calendar, Contacts and Tasks). You can set ActiveSync to back up automatically each time you connect or you can back up manually, whenever you choose.
6. Select a storage media to back up data and tap Next. 7. Select the items you want to backup. You can select individual or multiple items from Contacts, Calendar, Tasks, Inbox, Channels, Notes, Voice Recorder and User Applications. 8. Tap Next. The program will start backing up data and then display a message on the screen when backup is completed. 9. Remove the SD or MMC card, if inserted.
3.6 Adding or Removing Programs Programs added to your Pocket PC at the factory are stored in ROM (Read-Only Memory). You cannot remove the programs and you will never accidentally lose ROM contents. All other programs and data files added to your Pocket PC after factory installations are stored in RAM. You can install any program created for your Pocket PC as long as your Pocket PC has enough memory. The most popular place to find software for your Pocket PC is on the Pocket PC Web site (http://www.
any installation instructions for the program in the Read Me file or documentation, use ActiveSync Explore to copy the program file to the Program Files folder on your Pocket PC. For more information on copying files using ActiveSync, see ActiveSync Help. NOTE: You can also use Pocket Internet Explorer to download some programs from the Internet directly to your Pocket PC if your Pocket PC is connected to Internet. Once installation is complete, tap switch to it.
4 Microsoft Pocket Outlook This chapter tells you how to use Microsoft Pocket Outlook that includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Notes and Inbox. You can use these programs individually or together. For example, e-mail addresses stored in Contacts can be used to address e-mail messages in Inbox. 4.1 Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings Use Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events.
NOTE: You can customize the Calendar display (for example, change the first day of the week), by tapping Tools Options. Creating an Appointment 1. In Day or Week view, tap the desired date and time for the appointment. 2. Tap New. Tap to return to the calendar (the appointment is saved automatically). Tap to choose from predefined text. Tap to choose from previously entered locations. Tap to select a time. Tap to select a date. Notes is a good place for maps and directions. 3.
Beam the appointment. For more information, tap Help. 7. Tap OK to return to Calendar. Using the Calendar Summary Screen When you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen is displayed. To change the appointment, tap Edit. View appointment details. View notes. Tap to change appointment. Creating Meeting Requests You can use Calendar to set up meetings with users of Outlook or Pocket Outlook.
3. From the list of email addresses in Contacts, select the meeting attendees. The meeting notice is created automatically and placed in the Outbox folder. For more information on sending and receiving meeting requests, see Calendar Help and Inbox Help on your Pocket PC. 4.2 Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues Contacts maintains a list of your friends and colleagues so that you can easily find the information you are looking for, whether you are at home or on the road.
Creating a Contact 1. In Contacts, tap New. Tap to return to the contact list (the contact is saved automatically). Scroll to see more fields. Notes is a good place for maps and directions. 2. Using the Input panel, enter a name and other contact information. You will need to scroll down to see all available fields. 3. You can also do the followings with regard to this contact: Add a note. Assign the contact to a category. Send an e-mail to the contact. Synchronize the contact. Beam the contact.
Finding a Contact There are four ways to find a contact: Tap Find, enter the contact name, select Contacts for the type then tap Go. In the contact list, enter a contact name in the box under the Navigation bar. To show all contacts again, clear text from the box or tap the button to the right of the box. In the contact list, tap the category list (labeled All Contacts by default) and select the type of contact that you want displayed. To show all contacts again, select All Contacts.
4.3 Tasks: Keeping a To Do List Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do. Tap program. Tasks or press the Tasks button on your Pocket PC to switch to the Select the category of tasks you want displayed in the list. Select the sort order of the list. Inidcates high priority. Tap to display or edit the task details. Tap and hold to display a pop-up menu of actions. Tap to create a new task. NOTE: To change the way information is displayed in the list, tap Tools Options.
Creating a Task 1. In Task, tap New. Tap to return to the task list (the task is saved automatically). Tap to choose from predefined subjects. Notes is a good place for maps and directions. 2. Using the Input panel, enter a description. 3. You can enter a start date and due date or enter other information by first tapping the field. If the Input panel is open, you will need to hide it to see all available fields. 4. You can also do the followings with regard to this task: Add a note. Set a reminder.
Using the Tasks Summary Screen When you tap a task in the task list, a summary screen is displayed. To change the task, tap Edit. View task details. Tap to show and hide additional summary information. View notes. Tap to change task information.
4.4 Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas Quickly capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, drawings and phone numbers with Notes. You can create a written note or a recording. You can also include a recording in a note. If a note is open when you create the recording, it will be included in the note as an icon. If the note list is displayed, it will be created as a stand-alone recording. Tap program. Notes or press the Notes button on your Pocket PC to switch to the Tap to change the sort order of the list.
Creating a Note 1. In Notes, tap New. NOTE: You can create a note by using a template. Tap the folder list (labeled All Folders by default) and then Template. Tap the template you want to use and make your changes. 2. Create your note by writing, drawing, typing and recording. For more information about using the Input panel, writing and drawing on the screen and creating recordings, see section 2.9. Tap to return to the note list (the note is saved automatically) Tap to show or hide the input panel.
4.5 Inbox: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages You can use Inbox to send and receive email messages in two ways: By synchronizing email messages with Microsoft Exchange or Microsoft Outlook on your desktop computer. By connecting directly to an e-mail server through an ISP (Internet Service Provider) or a network. This method requires an optional modem or network card. Tap Inbox on your Pocket PC to switch to the program.
Connecting Directly to an E-mail Server You can send and receive email messages by connecting to a POP3 or IMAP4 e-mail server if you can connect to your ISP or local area network. (For information on connection, see sections 6.4 and 6.5.) Setting up an Email Service You can use multiple email services to receive your messages. For each email service you intend to use, first set up and name the email service.
Using the Message List Messages you receive are displayed in the message list. By default, the most recently received messages are displayed first in the list. Select the service and folder you want to display. Select the sort order for messages. Tap to open a message. Tap and hold to display a pop-up menu of actions. Tap to connect and to send and receive e-mail. Tap to connect to the selected service. When you receive a message, tap it to open it. Unread messages are displayed in bold.
Tap to return to the message list. Tap to delete this message. Tap to view the previous or next message. Tap to reply to or forward this message. When you connect to your email server or synchronize with your desktop computer, by default, you will receive messages from the last three days only, the first 100 lines of each new message file attachments of less than 100KB in size. The original messages remain on the email server or your desktop computer.
Composing and Sending Messages 1. In Inbox, tap New. 2. In the To field, enter an email address of one or more recipients, separating them with a semicolon. If the address is already in your contact list, you can tap To or the Contacts button in the Command bar to select the e-mail address. Tap to send the message. Tap to show or hide the complete header. Tap to show or hide the recording toolbar. Tap to display the contact list. Tap to insert common messages. 3.
6. Tap Send when you have finished the message. If you are working offline, the message is moved to the Outbox folder and is sent the next time you connect. The message is placed in the Outbox folder on your Pocket PC and will be delivered in one of two ways: The message is transferred to the Outbox folder in Exchange or Outlook on your desktop computer and sent the next time you synchronize. The message is transferred to your email server the next time you connect.
messages are missing from the Pocket PC Inbox and deletes them from the server. This prevents you from having duplicate copies of a message, but it also means that you no longer have access to messages that you move to folders created from anywhere except the Pocket PC. If you use IMAP4, the folders you create and the email messages you move are mirrored on the server. Therefore, messages are available to you anytime you connect to your mail server, whether it is from your Pocket PC or desktop computer.
5 Companion Programs In addition to Microsoft Pocket Outlook, several programs are built into your Pocket PC. They include Microsoft Pocket Word, Microsoft Pocket Excel, Windows Media Player, Microsoft Reader and additional programs. This chapter tells you how to use these programs. 5.1 Pocket Word Microsoft Pocket Word works with Microsoft Word on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your documents.
Creating a Document 1. In Pocket Word, tap New. NOTE: To open a template rather than a blank document, select a template for new documents. Tap Tools Options and select the desired template. When you tap New, the template appears with appropriate text and formatting already provided. 2. You can enter information in Pocket Word in one of four modes: writing, drawing, typing or recording. Use the View menu to switch between modes.
With Space button selected, drag to insert space. An arrow appears showing the space direction and size. Tap to highlight selected text. Tap to select formatting options, such as pen weight and line color. Space button. Pen button. Writing Mode Select Shape on the pop-up menu to convert objects to proper shapes. Resize an object by dragging the selection handles. Tap an arrow to Tap to select formatting options, such see your choices. as line weight, fill color and line color. Pen button.
3. When you have finished entering the information and tap OK, the document is automatically saved and named according to the first characters of text entered in the document. Working with Pocket Word Documents Opening a Document Whenever you switch to Pocket Word, you will see the document list. Tap the desired document to open it. You can open only one document at a time; when you open a second document, you will be asked to save the first.
5.2 Pocket Excel Microsoft Pocket Excel works with Microsoft Excel on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your workbooks. You can create new workbooks on your Pocket PC or you can copy workbooks from your desktop computer to your Pocket PC. Synchronize workbooks between your desktop computer and your Pocket PC so that you have the most up-to-date content in both locations.
3. When you have finished entering the information and tap OK, the workbook is automatically saved and named according to the first characters of text entered in the workbook. Working with Pocket Excel Workbooks Opening a Workbook Whenever you switch to Pocket Excel, you will see the workbook list. Tap the desired workbook to open it. You can open only one workbook at a time; when you open a second workbook, you will be asked to save the first.
Show and hide rows and columns. To hide a row or column, select a cell in the row or column you want to hide. Tap Format Row or Column Hide. To show a hidden row or column, tap Tools Go To and then type a reference that is in the hidden row or column. When done, tap Format Row or Column Unhide. 5.3 MSN Messenger MSN Messenger on your Pocket PC provides the same chat environment as MSN Messenger on your desktop computer. These features include: See who is online. Send and receive instant messages.
3. To sign in, tap the sign-in screen and enter your email address and password. NOTE: If you already use MSN Messenger on your desktop computer, your contacts show up on your Pocket PC without being added again. Working with Contacts The MSN Messenger window shows all of your messenger contacts at a glance and are divided into Online and Not Online categories.
Chatting with Contacts Tap a contact name to open a chat window. Enter your message in the text entry area at the bottom of the screen or tap My Text to enter a preset message and tap Send. To invite another contact to a multi-user chat, in the Tools menu, tap Invite and tap the contact you want to invite. NOTE: To switch back to the main window without closing a chat, tap Contacts. To revert back to your chat window, tap Chats and select the person whom you were chatting with.
You can play files in either Windows Media or MP3 format (this include files with the extension .asf, .wma, .wmv and .mp3). To find content in Windows Media Format, see the WindowsMedia.com Web site (http://www.windowsmedia.com). Use Microsoft Windows Media Player on your desktop computer to copy digital audio and video files to your Pocket PC. For more information about using Windows Media Player, tap Help. 5.5 Microsoft Reader Use Microsoft Reader to read eBooks on your Pocket PC.
Getting Books for Your Pocket PC You can download book files from the Web. Just visit your favourite eBook retailer and follow the instructions to download the book files. Sample books and a dictionary are also included in the MSReader folder on the Companion CD. Use ActiveSync to download the files from your desktop computer to your activated Pocket PC as described in the Read Me file in the MSReader folder. Using the Library The Library is your Reader home page.
Reading a Book Each book consists of a cover page, an optional table of contents and the pages of the book. Navigation options are listed in the bottom portion of the cover page. The first time you open a book, you will probably want to go to the first page or to the table of contents, if there is one. Subsequently, whenever you open the book, you automatically go to the last page read. In addition to the text, each book page includes a page number and book title. Tap to select a navigation option.
want to search for and tap the desired Find option. Reader highlights found text on the page. To close Find, tap outside the box. To return to your original page, tap the title and then tap Return on the pop-up menu. Copy Text You can copy text from books that support this feature into any program that accepts text. On a book page, select the text you want to copy. Then, tap Copy Text on the pop-up menu. The text can be pasted into the program of your choice.
5.6 Additional Programs Your Pocket PC also provides several utility programs to facilitate your operation. They are introduced in this section. EMenu Tap Programs and tap the EMenu icon to switch to the program. This program allows you to create a personalized desktop on your Pocket PC where you can easily access your frequently-used programs, features and settings. With EMenu, you can: Quickly view information of your Inbox, Calendar, Tasks, battery, memory, clock and region.
Create a slide show. Rotate an image. Add notes and audio to an image.
6 Getting Connected This chapter tells you how you can get your Pocket PC connected to your desktop computer, to an IR device and to the Internet or corporate network. It also describes two applications on your Pocket PC: ActiveSync (for data synchronization) and Internet Explorer (for Web browsing). 6.1 Connection Options To take full advantage of your Pocket PC, you will want to get connected.
Use the IR port in place of using a cable. IR ports can be found on many notebook computers; however, on a desktop computer, you may need to install and configure an IR port. To install the port, follow the manufacturer’s instructions. (For complete instructions on connecting to your desktop computer by infrared, refer to ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer.) Use a network or dial-up connection.
Pass through your desktop computer to a network or the Internet to perform tasks such as downloading IMAP4 e-mail messages or browsing the Internet on your Pocket PC Synchronizing Data Once you have created a partnership and completed the first synchronization, you can initiate synchronization from your Pocket PC. To Synchronize from Your Pocket PC 1. Connect your Pocket PC to your desktop computer. 2. On your Pocket PC, tap 3. Tap ActiveSync. to begin synchronization. View connection status.
Select which information types are synchronized and control how much data is synchronized. For example, you can choose how many weeks of past appointments you want synchronized. For information on setting ActiveSync options and using ActiveSync on your desktop computer, see ActiveSync Help on the desktop computer. For information on using ActiveSync on your Pocket PC, see ActiveSync Help on the Pocket PC.
6.3 Transferring Items Using Infrared Using infrared (IR), you can send and receive information, such as contacts and appointments, between two devices. In addition, you can use the IR port to synchronize data with your desktop computer, in place of using the synchronizing cable. Sending Information 1. Switch to the program where you created the item you want to send and locate the item in the list. 2. Align the IR ports so that they are unobstructed and within a close range.
Receiving Information 1. Align the IR ports so that they are unobstructed and within a close range. 2. Tap Programs Infrared Receive icon. 3. Have the owner of the other device send the information to you. Your Pocket PC automatically receives it. 6.4 Connecting to Your ISP You can connect to your ISP (Internet Service Provider) and use the connection to send and receive e-mail messages and view Web or WAP pages. First you need to configure a modem connection to your ISP.
6.5 Connecting to Work If you have access to a network at work, you can send email messages, view intranet pages, synchronize your Pocket PC and possibly access the Internet. First you need to configure a modem connection to work. Creating a Modem to a Work If you want to access the corporate network using a RAS (Remote Access Server) account outside the office, follow this procedure: 1. Install the optional IR modem. 2.
6.6 Starting a Connection To start the connection, use one of the following programs. Your Pocket PC automatically begins connecting. Once connected, you can: Send and receive email messages by using Inbox. (See section 4.5.) Visit Internet or intranet Web or WAP pages by using Pocket Internet Explorer. (For more information, see section 6.9.) Send and receive instant messages with MSN Messenger. (For more information, see section 5.3.) Synchronize. (For more information, see section 6.
6.9 Using Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer Use Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer to view Web pages in either of these ways: Connect to an ISP or network and browse the Web. To do this, you will need to create the connection first, as described in sections 6.4 and 6.5. During synchronization with your desktop computer, download your favorite links and mobile favorites that are stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in Internet Explorer on the desktop computer.
Viewing Mobile Favorites and Channels 1. In Internet Explorer, tap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites. 2. In the list, tap the page you want to view. Tap the favorite you want to view. Tap to add or delete a folder or favorite link. You will see the page that was downloaded the last time you synchronized with your desktop computer. If the page is not on your Pocket PC, it will be dimmed in the Favorites list.
The Mobile Favorites Folder Only items stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in the Favorites folder in Internet Explorer on your desktop computer will be synchronized with your Pocket PC. This folder is created automatically when you install ActiveSync Favorite Links During synchronization, the list of favorite links in the Mobile Favorites folder on your desktop computer is synchronized with Pocket Internet Explorer on your Pocket PC.
Download tab, specify the number of links deep you want to download. To conserve memory on your Pocket PC, download only one level of links. 4. Synchronize your Pocket PC and desktop computer. Mobile favorites that are stored in the Mobile Favorites folder in Internet Explorer are downloaded to your Pocket PC. NOTE: If you do not specify an update schedule, you must manually download content to keep the information updated on your desktop computer and Pocket PC.
Using AvantGo Channels AvantGo is a free interactive service that gives you access to personalized content and thousands of popular Web sites. You subscribe to AvantGo channels directly from your Pocket PC. Then you synchronize your Pocket PC with your desktop computer or connect to the Internet to download the content. For more information, visit the AvantGo Web site. To sign up for AvantGo: 1. In ActiveSync options on the desktop computer, turn on synchronization for the AvantGo information type. 2.
7 Troubleshooting and Troubleshooting and Maintenance Maintenance This chapter gives solutions to common Pocket PC problems you may encounter. It also provides guidelines on taking care of your Pocket PC. NOTE: If you encounter a problem you cannot solve, contact your dealer for assistance. 7.1 Resetting Your Pocket PC CAUTION: Resetting will cause unsaved data to be lost. Resetting your Pocket PC is similar to restarting your desktop computer.
7.2 Restoring Factory Default State In some cases, you may need to restore your Pocket PC to the factory default state by clearing the memory (RAM) from your Pocket PC. For example, you should clear the memory: When your Pocket PC does not respond after being reset. When you forget your password. Clearing the memory means all data you have entered in RAM, including all files, system settings and additional programs you have installed, will be erased.
8. Reestablish a partnership with your desktop computer. 9. You may also want to restore data to your Pocket PC from your most recent backup file. NOTE: If the battery completely runs out of power and is not charged in time, you will get the same result as you restore the factory default state. 7.3 Power Problems Power does not turn on when using battery power The remaining battery power may be too low to run your Pocket PC. Connect the AC adapter to your Pocket PC and to external AC power.
In Internet Explorer options, delete all files and clear history. In Internet Explorer, tap Tools Options. Tap Delete Files and Clear History. If you are copying files from a computer or device to your Pocket PC, try adjusting the slider in the Memory setting. Tap Settings System tab Memory icon. Check if you can manually move the slider before copying files. The maximum storage memory that your Pocket PC can allocate is around 20MB.
7.5 Screen Problems Screen is off If the screen does not respond even after you press the power button, try the following in order until the problem is solved: Connect the AC adapter to your Pocket PC and to external AC power. Reset your Pocket PC as described in section 7.1. Screen responds slowly Make sure that your Pocket PC is not running out of battery power or running many active programs. If the problem still exists, reset your Pocket PC as described in section 7.1.
7.6 Connection Problems Cable or Cradle Connection Problems Make sure that you have installed the correct version of ActiveSync on your desktop computer. Install the version ActiveSync included with your Pocket PC. Make sure that your Pocket PC and your desktop computer are both turned on before establishing the connection. If using the cradle, make sure that your Pocket PC is properly seated. If using the ActiveSync cable, make sure that the connection is correct and secure.
Adjust the room lighting. Some types of light interfere with IR communications. Try moving to a different location or turning off some lights. Modem Connection Problems Unable to dial out Do not install your Pocket PC in the cradle. You cannot dial out if your Pocket PC has an active connection with your desktop computer. Make sure that the telephone line is connected correctly. Make sure that the telephone line is analog.
Modem connection is unreliable Make sure that the modem card is installed properly. Make sure that the telephone line is connected correctly. Disable call waiting. Tap Settings Connections tab Connections icon Dialing Locations tab and enable Disable call waiting. Select the disable code specified by your telephone company from the drop-down list. 7.7 Taking Care of Your Pocket PC Taking good care of your Pocket PC will ensure trouble-free operation and reduce the risk of damage to your Pocket PC.
Never clean your Pocket PC with its power on. Use a soft, lint-free cloth moistened with water to wipe the screen and the exterior of your Pocket PC. Do not use paper towels to clean the screen. Never attempt to disassemble, repair or make any modifications to your Pocket PC. Disassembly, modification or any attempt at repair could cause damage to your Pocket PC and even bodily injury or property damage.
Index A AC adapter Connecting, 8 Accessory, 12 ActiveSync, 76 Connector, 5 Installing on desktop computer, 9 Status icon, 16 Synchronizing data, 77 Synchronizing e-mail messages, 52 Synchronizing from a remote location, 78 Synchronizing mobile favorites, 85 ActiveSync cable, 6 Connecting to desktop computer, 10 Appointment Changing, 43 Creating, 42 Summary screen, 43 AvantGo, 87 B Backing up data Using ActiveSync, 37 Using EBackup, 37 Backlight setting, 35 Battery Charging, 8 Checking remaining battery p
Ending, 82 Getting help, 82 Starting, 82 To a network, 81 To desktop computer, 75 To ISP, 80 To work, 81 Troubleshooting, 94 Connector ActiveSync, 5 Headphone, 3 Power connector on cable, 6 Power connector on Pocket PC, 5 USB connector on cable, 6 Contacts, 44 Changing, 46 Chatting with contacts, 67 Creating, 45 Finding, 46 MSN Messenger, 66 Summary screen, 46 Viewing, 46 Converting writing to text, 23 Cradle, 6 Connecting to AC adapter, 8 Connecting to desktop computer, 10 D Date, 35 Dialing Location, 81
Lanyard eyelet, 4 Letter Recognizer, 21 Downloading books, 69 Reading a book, 70 Removng a book, 71 Using the Library, 69 MMC card, 11 Mobile favorites Creating, 85 Reducing storage memory for, 86 Specifying level of links, 85 Synchronizing, 85 Updating schedule, 85 Viewing, 84 MP3, 68 MSN Messenger, 65 MultiMediaCard, 11 My Flash Disk, 33 My Text, 29 M N Meeting requests, 43 Memory Additional, 33 Adjusting allocation, 92 Clearing, 90 Memory card, 33 Program, 33 RAM, 33 ROM, 39 Settings, 35 Storage, 33
Customizing display of, 64, 65 File formats, 64 Opening a workbook, 64 Passwords, 64 Template, 63 Zooming, 64 Pocket Internet Explorer, 83 Clearing history, 92 Delete all files, 92 Pocket Word, 59 Creating a document, 60 Drawing mode, 61 File formats, 62 Opening a document, 62 Template, 60 Typing mode, 60 Writing mode, 61 Zooming, 62 POP3 e-mail server, 53 Folder behavior, 58 Pop-up menu, 19 Power, 31 Checking remaining battery power, 31 Connecting, 8 Connector on cable, 6 Connector on Pocket PC, 5 Low batt
Storage card. See Memory card Storage memory, 33 Stylus, 5 Using, 13 Suspend, 11, 32 Synchronization. See ActiveSync T Taking care, 96 Tap and hold, stylus, 13 Tap, stylus, 13 Tasks, 47 Changing, 49 Creating, 48 Due date, 48 Start date, 48 Summary screen, 49 Template Notes, 51 Pocket Excel, 63 Pocket Word, 60 Time, 35 Today screen, 15 Settings, 34 To-do list. See Tasks Touch screen.
Class B Regulations USA Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
European Notice Products with the CE marking comply with both the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) – as amended by Directive 93/68/ECC - issued by the Commission of the European Community.
