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  • Page 2 Revision: R00 Trademarks Microsoft, Windows, the Windows logo, Windows Media, Outlook and ActiveSync are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft products are licensed to OEMs by Microsoft Licensing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preface ... v Getting Started ... 1 1.1 Identifying Hardware Components ...1 Front Components ...1 Back Components ...3 Left-Side Components ...4 Right-Side Components...5 Bottom Components ...5 1.2 Getting Your Device Ready for Use ...6 Performing Initial Startup ...6 Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery ...7 1.3 Using Your Device in a Vehicle ...8 Using the Car Holder ...8...
  • Page 4 2.8 Entering Information... 16 Entering Text Using the Input Panel ... 17 Writing on the Screen ... 19 Drawing on the Screen ... 21 Recording a Message ... 23 Using My Text ... 24 2.9 Locking Your Pocket PC ... 25 Managing Your Pocket PC ...
  • Page 5 More Programs ... 53 5.1 Microsoft ActiveSync ...53 Synchronizing Data...54 5.2 Word Mobile...56 Creating a Document...56 Opening a Document...57 5.3 Excel Mobile ...58 Creating a Workbook ...58 Opening a Workbook ...59 5.4 PowerPoint Mobile...60 5.5 Pocket MSN...61 5.6 Windows Media Player for Pocket PC...62 5.7 Pictures &...
  • Page 6 7.3 Power Problems... 99 7.4 Memory Problems... 99 7.5 Screen Problems ... 100 7.6 Connection Problems... 101 Cable Connection Problems ... 101 Modem Connection Problems ... 102 Network Connection Problems ... 102 7.7 Taking Care of Your Pocket PC... 104 General Guidelines ...

  • Page 7: Preface

    Preface Welcome Congratulations on purchasing this Windows® Mobile ™ for Pocket PC with built-in GPS function. 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 by allowing you to synchronize the information on your desktop or Microsoft Exchange Server with your Pocket PC.

  • Page 8: Where To Find Information

    Where to Find Information For information on GPS navigation operation Programs on your Pocket PC Connecting to and synchronizing with a desktop computer The latest on Windows Powered Pocket PCs See this source The manual supplied with the GPS software This User’s Manual or online Help on your Pocket PC Chapter 6 of this manual or ActiveSync...

  • Page 9: Getting Started

    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. NTOE: Depending on the model you purchased, the cabinet color and the look of the accessories may be different from the ones shown in this manual.
  • Page 10 Calendar Map* Quick Find* Rotate * The button works only if Mio Map (an optional program) is installed in your system. Flashes in red to inform you of scheduled appointments, alarms and reminders. progress and in green when the battery is fully charged.

  • Page 11: Back Components

    Back Components Component Stylus GPS Antenna Car Antenna Connector Rechargeable Battery Description 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. Receives signals from the GPS satellites overhead when lifted up to the horizontal position.

  • Page 12: Left-Side Components

    Left-Side Components Component Record Button Reset Button Headphone Connector Description Records voice notes by pressing and holding. Restarts your Pocket PC. Connects to a pair of stereo headphones.

  • Page 13: Right-Side Components

    Right-Side Components Component SD/MMC Slot Bottom Components Component Mini-USB Connector Description Accepts an optional SD (Secure Digital) or MMC (MultiMediaCard) card for removable storage. Description Connects to the AC adapter or ActiveSync cable.

  • Page 14: Getting Your Device Ready For Use

    1.2 Getting Your Device Ready for Use Performing Initial Startup Initial startup includes setting the ON/OFF switch, installing the battery, and completing the setup wizard. 1. Remove the battery cover by pressing the release latch ( ) and then sliding the cover off.

  • Page 15: Connecting To Ac Power And Charging The Battery

    Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery Fully charge the battery before starting to use your Pocket PC for the first time. 1. Fit the converter plug to the AC adapter ( ). Connect the mini-USB end of the AC adapter to your device ( ) and the other end to a wall outlet ( ). Charge Indicator 2.

  • Page 16: Using Your Device In A Vehicle

    1.3 Using Your Device in a Vehicle Using the Car Holder CAUTION: When placing the car holder, make sure that the device does not obstruct the driver’s view, or interfere with the operation of vehicle airbags and safety devices. If the car’s windshield is tinted with a reflective coating, an external antenna (optional) may be needed to route the antenna to the top of the car through a window.

  • Page 17: Turning Your Pocket Pc On And Off

    1.4 Turning Your Pocket PC On and Off After the initial startup, your Pocket PC enters a suspend state when you turn it off and resumes when you turn it on. Turning Off to Suspend You suspend your Pocket PC by briefly pressing the power button. By default, your Pocket PC will also automatically suspend after 3 minutes of inactivity when operating on battery power.

  • Page 18: Expanding Your Pocket Pc

    4. The setup wizard will install Microsoft ActiveSync. Follow the onscreen instructions to install ActiveSync. 5. When prompted, connect the mini-USB end of the ActiveSync cable to the bottom of your Pocket PC and the other end to a USB port on your desktop computer.

  • Page 19: Accessories

    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. To remove a card, first make sure that no application is accessing the card, then slightly push the top edge of the card to release it and pull it out of the slot.

  • Page 20: Basic Skills

    Basic Skills This chapter familiarizes you with the basic operations of your Pocket PC such as using the stylus, navigation stick, Today screen, menus, and programs. You will also know how to enter information and lock your Pocket PC. 2.1 Using the Stylus Use the stylus to navigate and select objects on the screen.

  • Page 21: Using The Navigation Stick

    2.2 Using the Navigation Stick With the navigation stick, you can move up, down, left and right within a menu. This is particularly useful for one-hand operation. To move in a direction, simply push the button toward the corresponding direction. To activate the selected item, press the button.

  • Page 22: Landscape View

    Landscape View You can use your Pocket PC in a landscape manner. There are three ways to change the screen view: Settings Press the Rotate button ( Lift the GPS antenna and rotate it by 90 degrees. 2.4 Navigation Bar and Toolbar The Navigation bar is located at the top of the screen.

  • Page 23: Running Programs

    Use the toolbar at the bottom of the screen to perform tasks in programs. The toolbar includes a left soft key, a right soft key, and the Input panel button in between. The right soft key is usually programs. An example of the toolbar: Left Soft Key 2.5 Running Programs You can switch from one program to another without closing any program.

  • Page 24: Notifications

    2.7 Notifications Your Pocket PC reminds you in a variety of ways when you have something to do. For example, if you have set up an appointment in Calendar, a task with a due date in Tasks or an alarm in Clock, you will be notified in any of the following ways: A message appears on the screen.

  • Page 25: Entering Text Using The Input Panel

    Entering Text Using the Input Panel Use the Input panel to enter information in any program on your Pocket PC. You can either type using the soft keyboard or write using the soft keyboard, Block Recognizer, Letter Recognizer or Transcriber. In any case, the characters appear as typed text on the screen.
  • Page 26 NOTE: To change word suggestion options, such as the number of words suggested at 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.

  • Page 27: Writing On The Screen

    For specific instructions on using Transcriber, open Transcriber and then tap the question mark in the lower-right corner of the screen. Writing on the Screen In any program that accepts writing, such as the Notes program, you can use your stylus to write directly on the screen. Write the way you do on paper. You can edit and format what you have written and convert the information to text later.
  • Page 28 2. Tap and hold the selected words and then tap an editing command (cut, copy or paste) on the shortcut menu or tap the command on the If you accidentally write on the screen, tap Converting Your Writing to Text 1.

  • Page 29: Drawing On The Screen

    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.
  • Page 30 Creating a Drawing 1. Tap Menu Draw command. 2. To create a drawing, cross three ruled lines on your first stroke. A drawing box appears. 3. 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.

  • Page 31: Recording A Message

    Recording a Message In any program where you can write or draw on the screen, you can also quickly capture thoughts, reminders and phone numbers by recording a message. In the Notes program, you can either create a stand-alone recording or include a recording in a written note.

  • Page 32: Using My Text

    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.

  • Page 33: Locking Your Pocket Pc

    NOTE: After inserting a My Text message, you can add text to it before you send the message. To edit a My Text message, tap the message you wish to edit and make desired changes. 2.9 Locking Your Pocket PC When not using your Pocket PC, you can use the lock function so that accidental touching of the device does not cause your Pocket PC to operate.
  • Page 34 Tap to lock the device. Tap to unlock To unlock, tap (left soft key) and tap Unlock Unlock...

  • Page 35: Managing Your Pocket Pc

    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 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.

  • Page 36: Power Management

    Power Management Supplied with your Pocket PC is a tool called “eUtility.” This tool helps you effectively manage power to prolong the battery’s operating time. Settings System , and Performance Power System This page shows the program information. It does not contain any adjustable items.

  • Page 37: Power-Saving Tips

    SD/MMC Card insertion/removal USB Plug-In You can select one of the following two modes for the USB connection: ActiveSync mode Select this mode for using your Pocket PC as a standard Pocket PC that can synchronize with your desktop computer through ActiveSync. Card Reader mode Select this mode only if you want your Pocket PC to function as a card reader for your desktop computer.

  • Page 38: Managing Memory

    Avoid power-consuming situations such as: When using a modem or other peripheral When playing sound or music When recording. When using or monitoring wireless signals 3.2 Managing Memory Storage and Program Memory Files, settings and data that you add to your Pocket PC are stored in RAM (Random Access Memory).

  • Page 39: Customizing 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 .
  • Page 40 Items About System Backlight Certificates Clock & Alarms Error Reporting Memory Power Regional Settings Remove Programs Screen 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. To adjust the brightness level of the display and to set the automatic turnoff for power saving purposes.

  • Page 41: Searching And Organizing Information

    Items Connections Beam Connections To set up or change connection information. (See Network Cards 3.4 Searching and Organizing Information The Search feature on your Pocket PC helps you quickly locate information. To search a file, tap select a data type and then tap You can also use the File Explorer to find files on your Pocket PC and to organize these files into folders.

  • Page 42: Backing Up Data

    3.5 Backing Up Data To prevent loss of data, you should back up your Pocket PC frequently. 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).
  • Page 43 If the file is an installer, the installation wizard begins. Follow the directions on the screen. Once the software has been installed on your computer, the installer automatically transfers the software to your Pocket PC. If the file is not an installer, you will see an error message stating that the program is valid but it is designed for a different type of computer.

  • Page 44: Removing Programs

    Removing Programs To remove a program from your Pocket PC: 1. Tap Settings System Remove Programs 2. Select the program in the list then tap Remove If the program does not appear in the list of installed programs, use File Explorer on your Pocket PC to locate the program, tap and hold the program and then tap on the shortcut menu.

  • Page 45: Microsoft Pocket Outlook

    Microsoft Pocket Outlook This chapter tells you how to use Microsoft Pocket Outlook that includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Notes, and Messaging. 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 Messaging. 4.1 Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings Use Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events.

  • Page 46: Creating An Appointment

    Creating an Appointment 1. In Day or Week view, tap the desired date and time for the appointment. 2. Tap Menu New Appointment Tap to return to the calendar (the appointment is saved automatically). 3. Using the Input panel, tap first to select the field, and then enter a description and a location.

  • Page 47: Using The Calendar Summary Screen

    Using the Calendar Summary Screen When you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen is displayed. To change the appointment, tap Edit Tap to change appointment. View appointment details. View notes.

  • Page 48: Contacts: Tracking Friends And Colleagues

    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. to switch to the program. Contacts Tap an alphabet group to scroll the contact list.
  • Page 49 Tap to return to the contact list (the contact is saved automatically). 2. Using the Input panel, enter a name and other contact information. You will need to scroll down to see all available fields. 3. Tap to save and return to the contact list. NOTE: For more information, tap Help.

  • Page 50: Using The Contacts Summary Screen

    Using the Contacts Summary Screen When you tap a contact in the contact list, a summary screen is displayed. To change the contact information, tap Edit Tap to view notes. Tap to change contact information.

  • Page 51: Tasks: Keeping A To Do List

    4.3 Tasks: Keeping a To Do List Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do. to switch to the program. Tasks Creating a Task 1. In Task, tap Tap to create a new task. Tap to quickly create a task with only a subject Tap to display or edit the task details.

  • Page 52: Using The Tasks Summary Screen

    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.

  • Page 53: Notes: Capturing Thoughts And Ideas

    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.
  • Page 54 3. Tap to save and return to the note list. NOTE: For more information, tap Tap to return to the note list (the note is saved automatically) Help.

  • Page 55: Messaging: Sending And Receiving E-Mail Messages

    4.5 Messaging: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages You can use Messaging 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.

  • Page 56: Connecting Directly To An E-Mail Server

    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 Section 6.1.) Setting up an Email Service You can use multiple email services to receive your messages.
  • Page 57 When you receive a message, tap it to open it. When you connect to your email server or synchronize with your desktop computer or server, 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.

  • Page 58: Composing And Sending Messages

    You can mark the messages that you want to retrieve in full during your next synchronization or email server connection. In the message list, tap and hold the message you want to retrieve. On the shortcut menu, tap icons in the Inbox message list give you visual indications of message status. You specify your downloading preferences when you set up the service or select your synchronization options.

  • Page 59: Managing Email Messages And Folders

    5. To check spelling, tap 6. If you want to attach a file to the message, tap desired file. NOTE: OLE objects cannot be attached to Inbox messages. 7. Tap when you have finished the message. If you are working offline, Send the message is moved to the Outbox folder and is sent the next time you connect.
  • Page 60 folder. You can then read the messages while away from your desktop computer. If you use POP3 and you move email messages to a folder you created, the link is broken between the messages on the Pocket PC and their copies on the mail server.

  • Page 61: More Programs

    More Programs In addition to Microsoft Pocket Outlook, there are other programs built into your Pocket PC. This chapter tells you how to use these programs. 5.1 Microsoft ActiveSync NOTE: ActiveSync is already installed on your Pocket PC. You need to install ActiveSync on your desktop computer.

  • Page 62: Synchronizing Data

    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 synchronization relationship and completed the first synchronization, you can initiate synchronization from your Pocket PC.
  • Page 63 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.

  • Page 64: Word Mobile

    5.2 Word Mobile Microsoft Word Mobile works with Microsoft Word on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your documents. You can create new documents on your Pocket PC or you can copy documents from your desktop computer. Programs Creating a Document 1.

  • Page 65: Opening A Document

    Tap to format text. 3. When you have finished entering the information and tap is automatically saved and named according to the first characters of text entered in the document. NOTE: For more information, tap Opening a Document Whenever you switch to Word Mobile, you will see the document list. Tap the desired document to open it.

  • Page 66: Excel Mobile

    5.3 Excel Mobile Microsoft Excel Mobile 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.

  • Page 67: Opening A Workbook

    4. When you have finished entering the information and tap is automatically saved and named according to the first characters of text entered in the workbook. NOTE: For more information, tap Opening a Workbook Whenever you switch to Excel Mobile, you will see the workbook list. Tap the desired workbook to open it.

  • Page 68: Powerpoint Mobile

    5.4 PowerPoint Mobile With PowerPoint Mobile, you can open and view slide show presentations created on your desktop computer. Slide shows created in *.ppt and *.pps format with PowerPoint ’97 and later can be viewed on your Pocket PC. 1. Tap Programs 2.

  • Page 69: Pocket Msn

    5.5 Pocket MSN Pocket MSN provides practically instant access to your up-to-date MSN Hotmail Inbox, your MSN Messenger Contacts list, and options for customizing your Pocket MSN experience. With Pocket MSN, you get: MSN Hotmail Read, write and send e-mail. Delete e-mail and manage your Hotmail folders.

  • Page 70: Windows Media Player For Pocket Pc

    5.6 Windows Media Player for Pocket PC Use Microsoft Windows Media Player for Pocket PC to play digital audio and video files that are stored on your Pocket PC or on a network, such as on a Web site. to switch to the program. Windows Media Library Screen Playback Screen...

  • Page 71: Pictures & Videos

    5.7 Pictures & Videos Use Pictures & Videos to view and edit pictures as well as launch video clips stored on your Pocket PC or on a storage card. You can also send pictures and video clips to others, or set a picture as the background on the Today screen. You can see your pictures individual, as thumbnails, or as part of a slide show.

  • Page 72: Additional Programs

    5.8 Additional Programs In addition to Microsoft software, your Pocket PC manufacturer may provide additional programs to enhance your Pocket PC or facilitate your operation. NOTE: Depending on the continuing developments of the product, the software supplied with your Pocket PC may be changed or updated. If there is any difference between the information in this manual and your product, the operation should be based on the product you have.
  • Page 73 NOTE: Your Pocket PC must be in Pair Mode for the mobile phone to discover. If you need to manually set your Pocket PC to Pair Mode, tap Pair Mode in the main screen. Up to 8 sets of paired mobile phones can be stored. A 9th paired mobile phone will replace the oldest one.

  • Page 74: Call History

    If there is more than one telephone number for a contact, tapping the contact opens the detailed screen where you can select a number. Call History Tap the button on the main screen to display Call History the recent incoming, outgoing, or missed calls together with information such as date, time, and duration of each call.
  • Page 75 Redial Tap the button on the main screen to dial the last Redial number you called or received. Operations During a Call During a call, four functions are available: If you need to input other numbers, such as an extension number, tap and tap the desired digits.
  • Page 76 Receiving a Call When you have a call after pairing with your mobile phone, you will see the “Incoming Call” screen. To accept the call, tap To reject the call, tap To mute the ring tone before receiving or rejecting, tap Miscellaneous Buttons In addition to buttons for placing a call, there are , and...

  • Page 77: Econverter

    Pair Mode By tapping the Pair Mode you can manually set your Pocket PC to Pair Mode. Within the duration of 60 seconds, you can initiate the pairing process on your mobile phone to discover your Pocket PC as a car kit. Others By tapping the button on the main screen, you can run the BlueSoleil...
  • Page 78 Using Calculator Mode Calculator mode allows you to perform any of the standard operations for which you would normally use a handheld calculator. Using Currency Mode Tap the button on the calculator screen to switch to Currency mode. Tap the down arrow next to the input field to display a list of currencies and select the currency to convert from.

  • Page 79: Picture Viewer

    Before performing the currency conversion, you can edit the exchange rate to the most up-to-date one. Tap button on the currency screen. Enter the Edit exchange rate and tap the √ button to save and go back to the currency screen. Using Metrology Mode Tap the button on the calculator screen to...
  • Page 80 Send the current image file via email Edit an image file. You can crop an image, add text, write directly on the image and add a frame. Capture the screen. Create a slide show. Rotate an image.

  • Page 81: Getting Connected

    Getting Connected To take full advantage of your Pocket PC, you will want to get connected. This chapter tells you how you can get your Pocket PC connected through a variety of ways including modem, network card, and Bluetooth. It also describes Internet Explorer for Web browsing.

  • Page 82: Network (Ethernet) Card Connection

    Creating a Modem Connection 1. Tap Settings 2. In My ISP My Work Network additional settings, tap NOTE: To change modem connection settings, in either My ISP or My Work Network, tap Manage existing connections. Select the desired modem connection, tap Settings and follow the instructions on the screen.
  • Page 83 DHCP, so you should not have to change these settings unless your network administrator instructs you to do so. 4. If necessary, connect the network card to the network by using a network cable. NOTE: You may need proxy server and VPN connection settings. For more information, see Pocket PC online help and your network administrator.

  • Page 84: Using Bluetooth

    6.2 Using Bluetooth Your Pocket PC incorporates Bluetooth capability. Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology. Devices with Bluetooth capabilities can exchange information over a distance of about 10 meters (30 feet) without requiring a physical connection. A Bluetooth program called BlueSoleil is built into your Pocket PC. The program includes eight Bluetooth application profiles: Headset, HandFree, Intercom, PAN, DUN, SPP, OPP, and FTP.

  • Page 85: Exploring Bluetooth Devices

    Exploring Bluetooth Devices 1. On the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon and tap Bluetooth Manager 2. Tap . You can tap the button to search Explore a Bluetooth Device Refresh nearby devices. 3. Tap the target device to browse the services of the remote device.

  • Page 86: Dialing Up To Internet

    Dialing up to Internet You can dial up to Internet and explore web sites with a Bluetooth-enabled modem or telephone. 1. On the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon 2. Tap Dial-up to Internet devices. 3. Tap the target device that can act as a DUN (Dial-Up Networking) server to establish a dial-up network connection.
  • Page 87 6. A DUN shortcut is created. You can connect to the DUN server and browse web sites using Internet Explorer. 7. If a dialog box pops up asking you to set up a new connection in Settings, Settings Connections modem. 8.

  • Page 88: Transferring Files Via Bluetooth

    Transferring Files via Bluetooth You can transfer files between your Pocket PC and a remote Bluetooth device. 1. On the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon 2. Tap Transfer Files via Bluetooth nearby devices. 3. Tap the target device to establish a FTP (File Transfer Profile) connection. 4.

  • Page 89: Using Activesync Via Bluetooth

    Local device Remote device Using ActiveSync via Bluetooth You can use ActiveSync via Bluetooth. 1. On the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon and tap Bluetooth Manager 2. Tap . You can tap the button to search ActiveSync via Bluetooth Refresh nearby devices.

  • Page 90: Using Intercom Via Bluetooth

    Using Intercom via Bluetooth You can use your Pocket PC as an intercom to talk with other Bluetooth-enabled intercoms. 1. On the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon and tap Bluetooth Manager 2. Tap . You can tap the button to search Intercom via Bluetooth Refresh...

  • Page 91: Exchanging Personal Information

    4. A dialog box will appear on your Pocket PC and the recipient’s device. The recipient can choose to answer or ignore your call. On your device On the recipient’s device Exchanging Personal Information You can exchange personal information such as contacts and appointments with another device.
  • Page 92 From Bluetooth Manager You can also use this method to exchange business cards. 1. On the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon 2. Tap Exchange Personal Information search nearby devices. 3. Tap the target device to establish an OPP (Object Push Profile) connection. 4.

  • Page 93: Accessing Personal Area Network

    Accessing Personal Area Network You can connect to Personal Area Network via Bluetooth. 1. On the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon 2. Tap Access Personal Area Network search nearby devices. 3. Tap the target device to establish a PAN (Personal Area Network) connection.

  • Page 94: Using A Voice Gateway

    4. If the remote device provides Internet access service, you can browse web sites. Using a Voice Gateway Your Pocket PC can work as a hands-free device after partnering with a voice gateway. 1. On the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon 2.

  • Page 95: Configuring Bluetooth Settings

    Configuring Bluetooth Settings On the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon and tap Bluetooth Manager Tools Bluetooth Settings There is a total of eight pages to configure the Bluetooth server’s and client’s attributes.
  • Page 96 Page Descriptions General This page lets you edit local device information. Paired Device This page lets you view paired devices. Serial Port This page lets you configure the SPP attributes such as security and COM port.
  • Page 97 Page Descriptions File Transfer This page lets you configure the FTP attributes such as security, shared folder, and read/write option. Object Exchange This page lets you configure the OPP attributes such as security and business card location. Dial-up Network This page lets you configure the DUN attributes such as security, COM port, and baud rate.

  • Page 98: Using My Shortcuts

    Page Using My Shortcuts Once you have established a Bluetooth connection with a remote device, it will be saved as a shortcut. My Shortcuts allows you to conveniently use the same service again by tapping the particular shortcut item. 1. On the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon 2.

  • Page 99: Viewing Active Connections

    4. The color of a shortcut item will change to green after the connection is established. To disconnect, tap and hold the item and tap Viewing Active Connections To view active outgoing and incoming connections: 1. On the Today screen, tap the Bluetooth icon 2.

  • Page 101: Using Internet Explorer Mobile

    6.3 Using Internet Explorer Mobile Use Internet Explorer Mobile 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 section 6.1. 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.

  • Page 102: Browsing The Internet

    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. You will need to synchronize with your desktop computer again to download the page to your Pocket PC or connect to the Internet to view the page.
  • Page 103 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. Both computers are updated with changes made to either list each time you synchronize. Unless you mark the favorite link as a mobile favorite, only the link (and not the page) will be downloaded to your Pocket PC, and you must connect to your ISP or network to view the content.

  • Page 104: Conserving Memory

    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. Before synchronizing, in Internet Explorer on your desktop computer, click Synchronize on the Tools menu. You will see the last time content was downloaded to the desktop computer, and you can manually download content if needed.

  • Page 105: Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    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.

  • Page 106: Restoring Last State

    7.2 Restoring Last State Follow this procedure to restore your Pocket PC to the last state when your Pocket PC does not respond after being reset. 1. Disconnect all cables, including the AC adapter, from your Pocket PC. 2. Remove the battery cover and the battery. 3.

  • Page 107: Power Problems

    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. Then, turn on your Pocket PC. Battery runs out of power quickly You might be using your Pocket PC in ways that drain power quickly.

  • Page 108: Screen Problems

    work, you can stop the program manually. First, make sure that your work is saved by closing open items and returning the program to list view. Then, stop the program by tapping Reset your Pocket PC as described in section 7.1. If you have a storage card, move data to the storage card as described below.

  • Page 109: Connection Problems

    Screen freezes Reset your Pocket PC as described in section 7.1. Screen is hard to read Make sure that the backlight of the display is on. Move to a location with enough light. If you’re having a hard time reading a document on the screen, try adjusting the zoom percentage or text size.

  • Page 110: Modem Connection Problems

    Make sure that the USB connection is enabled in ActiveSync on your desktop computer. If the USB connection is already enabled, disable the USB connection, close the Connection Settings window and then reopen and re-enable the USB connection. Reset your Pocket PC before connecting the cable. (See section 7.1.) Always disconnect your Pocket PC before you restart your desktop computer.
  • Page 111 Make sure that you have installed the proper drivers for your Pocket PC. In the properties for your network card, make sure that you have correctly configured the IP settings, and the addresses of your DNS servers and/or WINS servers. Your network administrator can verify this. Make sure that you have added necessary server information.

  • Page 112: Taking Care Of Your Pocket Pc

    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. General Guidelines Keep your Pocket PC away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures.

  • Page 113: Travel Guidelines

    Travel Guidelines Before traveling with your Pocket PC, back up your data. As an added precaution, bring along a backup copy. Turn off your Pocket PC and disconnect all external devices. Make sure that the battery is fully charged. Take the AC adapter with you. Use the AC adapter as the power source and as a battery-recharger.

  • Page 115: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information NOTE: Marking labels located on the exterior of your device indicate the regulations that your model complies with. Please check the marking labels on your device and refer to the corresponding statements in this chapter. Some notices apply to specific models only. A.1 Regulations Statements European Notice Products with the CE marking comply with Radio &...

  • Page 116: Safety Precautions

    The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for modifications made by the User and the consequences thereof, which may alter the conformity of the product with the CE Marking. A.2 Safety Precautions About Charging Use only the AC adapter (PHIHONG, PSC05R-050 or ADP-5FH) supplied with your Pocket PC.

  • Page 117: About The Battery

    About the Battery Use a specified charger approved by the manufacturer. Do not mutilate, puncture, or dispose of battery in fire. The battery can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. Important instructions Caution: Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.

  • Page 119: Index

    Index AC adapter Cautions, 108 Connecting, 7 Accessory, 11 ActiveSync, 53 Installing on desktop computer, 9 Synchronizing data, 54 Synchronizing e-mail messages, 47 Synchronizing from a remote location, 55 Synchronizing mobile favorites, 94 Via Bluetooth, 81 ActiveSync cable, 10 Alarm, 32 Appointment Changing, 39 Creating, 38...
  • Page 120 Clock, 32 Connections, 33, 73 Troubleshooting, 101 Contacts, 40 Changing, 42 Creating, 40 Summary screen, 42 Converting writing to text, 20 Date, 32 Dialer, 64 Drag, stylus, 12 Drawing on the screen, 21 eConverter, 69 E-mail service setting up, 48 Entering information, 16 Error reporting, 32 Ethernet, 74...
  • Page 121 Memory card, 10. See Storage card Menu Settings, 31 Start menu, 14 Messaging. See Inbox Microphone, 2 Microsoft Mobile Devices Web site, vi Microsoft Pocket Outlook, 37 Mini-USB connector, 5 MMC card, 10 MMC slot, 5 Mobile favorites Creating, 95 Reducing storage memory for, 96 Specifying level of links, 95 Synchronizing, 94...
  • Page 122 Regulatory information, 107 Removing programs, 32 Reset button, 4, 97 Resetting, 97 Restarting, 97 Restoring factory defaults, 98 Resume, 9 Running programs, 15 Screen Adjusting zoom percentage, 101 Aligning, 32 Backlight setting, 32 Landscape view, 14 Landscape/Portrait view, 32 Realigning, 101 Troubleshooting, 100 SD card, 10 SD slot, 5...

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