Sony CLIE PEG-NX73V Handbook
Sony CLIE PEG-NX73V Handbook

Sony CLIE PEG-NX73V Handbook

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Handbook
© 2003 Sony Corporation
CLIÉ™ handheld basic operations
Entering text on your CLIÉ™
handheld
Exchanging and updating files/data
using the HotSync
Customizing your CLIÉ™ handheld
(Preferences)
Exchanging and updating files/data using the
®
HotSync
operation (Other HotSync
Using storage media such as "Memory Stick™"
media
Beaming
Using the Bluetooth™ function
Using the Calculator and finding records
Backing up your CLIÉ™ handheld data and
applications
Protecting your data with a password
Enhancing features with add-on applications
Transferring data from another CLIÉ™
handheld
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  • Page 1 Handbook © 2003 Sony Corporation CLIÉ™ handheld basic operations Entering text on your CLIÉ™ handheld Exchanging and updating files/data ® using the HotSync operation Customizing your CLIÉ™ handheld (Preferences) Exchanging and updating files/data using the ® HotSync operation (Other HotSync Using storage media such as “Memory Stick™”...
  • Page 2 Introduction This Handbook explains the basic operations and useful features of your CLIÉ™ handheld. Using your CLIÉ handheld for the first time The basic features and operations are explained in detail (pages 9-71). CLIÉ™ handheld basic operations Explains the basic operations of your CLIÉ handheld and how to use the applications.
  • Page 3 The following manuals are included with your CLIÉ handheld. Refer to the following together with this manual. Before you start using your CLIÉ handheld Read This First (Operating Instructions) Explains the following: • Setting up your CLIÉ handheld and computer •...
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents CLIÉ™ handheld basic operations Basic operations ........10 Using the stylus .
  • Page 5 Entering text on your CLIÉ™ handheld Entering text on your CLIÉ™ handheld ....42 Selecting a handwriting input system ..... 43 ®...
  • Page 6 Customizing your CLIÉ™ handheld (Preferences) What you can do with Preferences ....73 Setting the Bluetooth™ function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only)......75 Turning the Bluetooth™...
  • Page 7 Beaming between your CLIÉ handheld and another Palm OS PDA......151 What you can do with beaming ....151 Beaming information .
  • Page 8 Using the Calculator and finding records Using the Calculator (Calc) ..166 Calculating with the Calculator 166 The functions of the Calculator buttons....167 Using the Calculator menus .
  • Page 9 CLIÉ™ handheld basic operations This chapter explains the basic operations of your CLIÉ handheld such as using the stylus and the Jog Dial™ navigator, locating components and starting applications. The chapter also gives an overview of menus that are common to applications and explains how to select character fonts.
  • Page 10: Basic Operations

    Basic operations Operating using the stylus and the Jog Dial™ navigator. Using the stylus What is a stylus? A stylus is a pen for operating your CLIÉ handheld by directly touching the screen. Where is the stylus located? The stylus is stored in your CLIÉ handheld. The exact storage location varies depending on your model.
  • Page 11 Basic operations You can operate your CLIÉ handheld using the stylus in the following ways. Tapping Lightly pressing the required item on the screen with the stylus is called “Tapping.” When entering text with the on-screen keyboard or starting an application, “tap” the desired button or icon with the stylus.
  • Page 12: Using The Jog Dial™ Navigator

    Basic operations Using the Jog Dial™ navigator What is the Jog Dial™ navigator? Your CLIÉ handheld is equipped with a Jog Dial™ navigator, located at the left side of your CLIÉ handheld. This enables you to perform major operations one- handed without the stylus.
  • Page 13 Basic operations Pressing the Jog Dial™ navigator Press the Jog Dial™ navigator to select an item or to start a selected application. Note The operations you can perform by using the Jog Dial™ navigator vary depending on the application. For details on the operations of each application, refer to the “CLIÉ Application Manual”...
  • Page 14: Starting An Application

    Starting an application Software that you can use on your CLIÉ handheld to execute a task, such as Date Book, To Do List, or e-mail software, is called an “application.” You need to start an application to operate your CLIÉ handheld. Note For details on starting applications on “Memory Stick”...
  • Page 15: Quitting An Application

    Starting an application Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select an application icon and press the Jog Dial™ navigator to start the application. You can also tap an application icon in the CLIE Launcher screen to start the application. Quitting an application You do not need to save data manually on the CLIÉ...
  • Page 16 Starting an application You can switch an application to another application by pressing the Application button. Note For some applications, you need to save data manually. For details, refer to the “CLIÉ Application Manual” installed on your computer. CLIÉ™ handheld basic operations...
  • Page 17: Using Clie Launcher

    Using CLIE Launcher Locating the components Tap the Home displayed. A CLIE Launcher group list (page 18) Displays the list of the CLIE Launcher groups. B Favorite Applications (shortcuts) (page 22) You can create shortcuts to frequently used applications. C Application manager icons (page 24) You can manage your applications by tapping these icons.
  • Page 18: Clie Launcher Group

    Using CLIE Launcher CLIE Launcher group You can organize applications by grouping them. Note Applications on storage media cannot be grouped. Editing groups Tap the Home The CLIE Launcher screen is displayed. Tap the Menu The menu is displayed. Select Edit CLIE Launcher Group from the CLIE Launcher menu.
  • Page 19 Using CLIE Launcher Select a group to edit and tap Edit. The CLIE Launcher Group screen is displayed. Name: You can rename groups. Ordering applications listed: Select an application and tap Up or Down to reposition applications in the CLIE Launcher screen.
  • Page 20 Using CLIE Launcher Tap Done. The CLIE Launcher screen is displayed. When the Use Drag&Drop check box on the CLIE Launcher Preferences screen (page 27) is on, you can add an application to a group by dragging its icon and dropping it in the group on the CLIE Launcher screen.
  • Page 21 Using CLIE Launcher Deleting a group Select a group you want to delete and tap Delete on the CLIE Launcher Group setting screen. If the group to be deleted includes any applications, the Delete CLIE Launcher Group dialog box will be displayed.
  • Page 22: Using Favorite Applications (Shortcuts)

    Using CLIE Launcher Tips • Applications saved on storage media will be listed in the group. • You can select the next group by tapping the Home You can also tap the F/f icon or group names on the screen to select a group.
  • Page 23 Using CLIE Launcher You can also tap the empty Favorite Application (shortcut) area on the CLIE Launcher screen to display the Favorite Application screen. Tap a Favorite Application (shortcut) number that you want to assign to an application. The list of applications is displayed. Tap the application name to create a Favorite Application (shortcut).
  • Page 24: Application Manager Icon

    Using CLIE Launcher To delete a Favorite Application (shortcut) In step 4, tap a Favorite Application (shortcut) number that you want to delete and select (None) at the top of the list. When the Use Drag&Drop check box on the CLIE Launcher Preferences screen (page 27) is on, you can delete a Favorite Application (shortcut) for an application by dragging its icon and dropping it in...
  • Page 25: Displaying Information About Applications

    Using CLIE Launcher Displaying information about applications Tap the Home The CLIE Launcher screen is displayed. The list of applications is displayed. Tap an application name whose information you want to display. The CLIE Launcher Info screen is displayed. Tap OK to close the screen. When the Use Drag&Drop check box on the CLIE Launcher Preferences screen (page 27) is on, you can also display information about an application by dragging its icon and dropping it in...
  • Page 26: Menu List

    CLIÉ™ handheld basic operations Deletes an application (page 190). Sends an application or data to another Palm OS PDA device via the IR port (page 151). Bluetooth: Sends an application or data to another Bluetooth™ compliant Palm OS PDA device by wireless communication (page 156).
  • Page 27 Using CLIE Launcher Info… Copy… * for Bluetooth™ built-in models only Options menu in the CLIE Launcher screen Preferences… Go To Standard View About Applications CLIÉ™ handheld basic operations Displays the version, memory size, and the number of records of an application. Copies an application.
  • Page 28: Using The Palm Os ® Standard Screen

    Using the Palm OS Switching to the Palm OS Your CLIÉ handheld is initially set to display the CLIE Launcher screen when you tap the Home the Palm OS standard screen, follow the procedure below. Tap the Home The CLIE Launcher screen is displayed. Tap the Menu The menu is displayed.
  • Page 29: Options Menu

    ® Using the Palm OS standard screen Switching to the CLIE Launcher screen Tap the Home The Palm OS Tap the Menu The menu is displayed. Tap Go To CLIE Launcher View from the Options menu. The screen is switched to the CLIE Launcher screen. CLIÉ™...
  • Page 30: Starting An Application

    ® Using the Palm OS standard screen Starting an application Note For details on starting applications on storage media, refer to page 131. There may be some system limitations when starting applications on storage media in the Application Launcher screen. Starting an application with the Jog Dial™...
  • Page 31 ® Using the Palm OS standard screen Changing the preferences of the start-up screen for the Jog Dial™ navigator operation Set the preferences so that rotating the Jog Dial™ navigator displays a list of applications on the left side of the screen. Tap the Menu standard screen.
  • Page 32 ® Using the Palm OS standard screen Tap the arrow V next to Jog Select and select PopUp. Tap OK. When the Jog Dial™ navigator is rotated, the list of applications is automatically displayed on the left of the screen. CLIÉ™...
  • Page 33 ® Using the Palm OS standard screen Starting an application by tapping an application icon Tap the Home The Palm OS Tap the icon of the application you want to start. CLIÉ™ handheld basic operations icon. ® standard screen is displayed.
  • Page 34: Changing The Display Style Of The Palm Os Standard Screen

    ® Using the Palm OS standard screen Changing the display style of the Palm OS standard screen On the Palm OS standard screen, you can display applications in the list format or in the small-icon format. You can also choose to display your favorite category or last-used application when the Palm OS standard screen is displayed.
  • Page 35 ® Using the Palm OS standard screen Setting to display the last-opened category or the last-used application when the Palm OS standard screen is displayed Tap the Home The Palm OS Tap the Menu The menu is displayed. Tap Preferences from the Options menu. Tap the Remember Last Category check box or Remember Last Used App check box, to select your preference.
  • Page 36: Displaying Applications By Category

    ® Using the Palm OS standard screen Displaying applications by category You can choose to display applications by category. Categorizing applications Tap the Home The Palm OS Tap the Menu The menu is displayed. Tap Category from the Application menu. Tap the arrow V next to each application and select the category.
  • Page 37 ® Using the Palm OS standard screen Displaying applications by category Tap the Home The Palm OS Perform either of the following operations. • Repeatedly tap the Home Jog Dial™ navigator to display the categories in sequence. • Tap the arrow category you want to display.
  • Page 38: Changing Fonts

    Changing fonts You can change the font style in applications such as Date Book or Address Book according to your preferences. A font style can be assigned to each application. Start an application whose font style you want to change. Tap the Menu The menu is displayed.
  • Page 39: Common Menu Items

    Common menu items The following list describes functions that are common for the CLIÉ handheld applications such as Date Book, Address Book, To Do List, and Memo Pad. To display the menu, tap the Menu application. For menu items that are specific to an application, refer to the descriptions of menus for each application.
  • Page 40 Common menu items Keyboard Graffiti Help CLIÉ™ handheld basic operations Opens the on-screen keyboard. ® Opens the list of Graffiti You can view a stroke for a character as needed. character strokes.
  • Page 41 Entering text on your CLIÉ™ handheld This chapter explains how to enter text on your CLIÉ handheld. Entering text on your CLIÉ™ handheld ..42 Selecting a handwriting input system ..43 ®...
  • Page 42: Entering Text On Your Clié™ Handheld

    Entering text on your CLIÉ™ handheld You can enter text by following methods other than the hardware keyboard. Handwriting input system ® Graffiti (page 44) Enter text using the freehand input characters, called Graffiti. Once you get used to entering text using Graffiti, it is much faster than entering text with the on-screen keyboard.
  • Page 43: Selecting A Handwriting Input System

    Selecting a handwriting input system You can select your favorite handwriting input method: ® Graffiti writing or Decuma Input. Your CLIÉ handheld displays the Graffiti Tap the The Silk Plug-In dialog box is displayed. You can drag the stylus from left to right on the status bar to switch the Silk Screen area.
  • Page 44: Using Graffiti ® Writing To Enter Text

    Using Graffiti This section describes the procedures for creating letters, numbers, punctuations marks and symbols, and teaches you ® some Graffiti What is Graffiti writing? Most people find they can enter text quickly and accurately with only minutes of practice. Graffiti writing includes any character you can type on a standard keyboard.
  • Page 45 ® Using Graffiti writing to enter text The areas for writing letters and numbers are different The Graffiti writing area is divided into two parts: one for writing the letters of the alphabet and one for writing numbers. Write letters here Graffiti character list Alphabet...
  • Page 46 ® Using Graffiti writing to enter text Numbers Keyboard symbols Space Back Space Carriage Return Entering text on your CLIÉ™ handheld Period Tap twice Shift Caps...
  • Page 47: Writing Capital Letters

    ® Using Graffiti writing to enter text Writing capital letters Shift to caps to make capital letters with the same stroke shapes as the basic alphabet characters. • To draw the first letter of a word as a capital letter Use the Caps Shift stroke .
  • Page 48 ® Using Graffiti writing to enter text (.) Period (,) Comma (’) Apostrophe (?) Question (!) Exclamation (@) At (#) Number (%) Percent (^) Circumflex (&) Ampersand (*) Asterisk (<) Left angle bracket (>) Right angle bracket (_) Under bar ) Ditto "...
  • Page 49: Writing Symbols And Extended Characters

    ® Using Graffiti writing to enter text Writing symbols and extended characters Make a Symbol Shift stroke activate Symbol Shift. The next stroke you make creates a symbol or extended character. (•) Bullet (™) Trademark (®) Registered (©) Copyrighted (‘) Left single quotation mark (’) Right single quotation mark...
  • Page 50 ® Using Graffiti writing to enter text Writing accented characters and non- English characters To create accented characters, draw the stroke normally used to create the letter, followed by an accent stroke. Graffiti writing then adds the accent to the letter. To enter “é,”...
  • Page 51: Entering Text

    ® Using Graffiti writing to enter text Displaying the Graffiti on-screen help Drag the stylus from the writing area to the top of the screen. Graffiti Help opens a series of screens that show the complete Graffiti character set. Entering text To enter text, you will need software (an application) that is compatible with your CLIÉ...
  • Page 52 ® Using Graffiti writing to enter text Tap the time line in the Date Book screen. Use the tables on the previous pages to find the stroke shape for the letter you want to create. There are two different stroke shapes available for some letters.
  • Page 53 ® Using Graffiti writing to enter text Lift the stylus from the screen at the end of the stroke shape. When you lift the stylus from the screen, your CLIÉ handheld recognizes your stroke immediately and prints the letter at the insertion point on the screen. As soon as you lift the stylus from the screen, you can begin the stroke for the next character you want to write.
  • Page 54: Using Navigation Strokes And Shortcuts

    ® Using Graffiti writing to enter text Using Navigation strokes and shortcuts You can navigate within the fields of your application and also quickly enter frequently used symbols, by entering the navigation strokes and shortcuts with Graffiti. Using navigation strokes Move cursor right Move cursor left Copy or delete data...
  • Page 55: Using Shortcuts

    ® Using Graffiti writing to enter text Using Shortcuts There are four types of Graffiti Shortcut. To use a Shortcut, draw the Shortcut stroke Shortcut characters. When you draw the Shortcut stroke, the Shortcut symbol appears at the insertion point to show that you are in Shortcut mode. The following are the Graffiti Shortcuts that are registered on your CLIÉ...
  • Page 56: Using Decuma Input To Enter Text

    Using Decuma Input to enter text Decuma Input converts your handwriting into typed text and can be used to input text with any application. Simply write in the input area in the lower part of the screen. The interpretation of your handwriting appears in the same place as you wrote.
  • Page 57 Using Decuma Input to enter text Write on the baseline of the input area. 1 @ * Write as you normally would. Tap the The typed text is inserted in the Date Book screen. 1 @ * The input text is also inserted in the Date Book screen when you place the stylus before the arrow at the start of the baseline.
  • Page 58 Using Decuma Input to enter text The areas for writing letters and numbers are different Your handwriting can be recognized in two different modes: as general characters and as numbers and special characters. 1 @ * Space General characters mode Other input operations , : Moves the cursor : Inserts a space...
  • Page 59 Using Decuma Input to enter text Changing the Decuma Input settings Tap the Decuma Launcher screen. The Decuma screen is displayed. Shortcuts: Defines shortcuts for lengthy text that you write frequently. Personalize: Edits the Decuma alphabet to adjust individual characters for improved recognition.
  • Page 60: Using The On-Screen Keyboard To Enter Text

    Using the on-screen keyboard to enter text You can enter text using the stylus of your CLIÉ handheld. Entering text To enter text, you will need software (an application) that is compatible with your CLIÉ handheld. Follow the steps below to practice entering text using Date Book.
  • Page 61 Using the on-screen keyboard to enter text Tap “a” to open the alphabetic keyboard, or tap “1” to open the numeric keyboard. The selected keyboard is displayed. Tap here for the alphabetic keyboard Caps lock Caps shift Numeric Tap here to display the numeric keyboard Select the required keyboard and tap the characters to enter text and numbers.
  • Page 62 Using the on-screen keyboard to enter text When you have finished, tap Done to close the on-screen keyboard and place the text in the record. Entering text on your CLIÉ™ handheld...
  • Page 63: Exchanging And Updating Files/Data Using The Hotsync ® Operation

    Exchanging and updating files/data ® using the HotSync operation This chapter explains how to perform the ® HotSync operation with your computer. ® What is the HotSync operation?... 64 ® Performing the HotSync operation .
  • Page 64: What Is The Hotsync ® Operation

    What is the HotSync ® The HotSync operation is a one-step operation that enables you to synchronize files/data between your CLIÉ handheld and your computer. With just one press of the HotSync button, you can synchronize your CLIÉ handheld application files/data with the Palm™...
  • Page 65 ® What is the HotSync You can save a backup of the data or applications currently held in your CLIÉ handheld onto “Memory Stick” media. For details, refer to “Backing up data and applications to “Memory Stick” media using Memory Stick Backup” (page 173). 3 Using the files/data created in Microsoft Windows Imports or exports the files/data between a Windows...
  • Page 66: Performing The Hotsync ® Operation

    Performing the HotSync To perform the HotSync CLIÉ software must be installed on your computer and the cradle should be connected to the computer. For details on the HotSync CLIÉ™ handheld with your computer” in the “Read This First (Operating Instructions).” Performing the HotSync ®...
  • Page 67 If the HotSync Make sure that the HotSync Windows task tray. If the HotSync Start, select Programs (for Windows XP, select All Programs), Sony Handheld, and click HotSync Manager. Check that the HotSync task tray and press the HotSync ® the HotSync operation.
  • Page 68: Using The Palm™ Desktop For Clié Software

    Double-click the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ icon on the Windows desktop. You can also click Start, select Programs (for Windows XP, select All Programs), Sony Handheld, and click Palm Desktop for CLIÉ. The Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software starts. To quit the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software Click the close from the File menu.
  • Page 69: Locating Components Of The Palm™ Desktop For Clié Software

    Using the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software Locating components of the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software A List pane Displays the records in the current Desktop application. B Application Launch bar Click an icon to open the associated application. C Install icon Click this icon to display the Install Tool dialog box.
  • Page 70: Basic Operations Of The Palm™ Desktop For Clié Software

    Using the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software E Record pane Displays full details of the record that is selected in the List pane. The information displayed here is the same as that displayed on your CLIÉ handheld’s Details screen. Basic operations of the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software Click the icon of the application you want to use.
  • Page 71 Using the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software ® ® When using the Microsoft Windows XP operating system When you start Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software on your computer and select Custom, File Link, View Log, or Setup from the HotSync menu, the configuration window may open behind the Palm™...
  • Page 72: Customizing Your Clié™ Handheld (Preferences)

    Customizing your CLIÉ™ handheld (Preferences) This chapter explains how to customize your CLIÉ handheld by changing the Preferences settings. What you can do with Preferences ..73 Setting the Bluetooth™ function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) .
  • Page 73: What You Can Do With Preferences

    What you can do with Preferences The Preferences screen enables you to customize the configuration options on your CLIÉ handheld. Setting options may be added by installing new application or software for peripheral devices. Settings Bluetooth Buttons Connection Date & Time Digitizer Formats General...
  • Page 74 What you can do with Preferences Displaying the Preferences screen for each menu Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the Prefs icon on the Application Launcher screen and press the Jog Dial™ navigator. The Preferences screen is displayed. You can also tap the Prefs icon to display the Preferences screen. Tap the arrow V at the top right of the screen and select the Preferences menu you want to configure.
  • Page 75: Setting The Bluetooth™ Function

    Setting the Bluetooth™ function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) Note You cannot use the Bluetooth™ function while the Bluetooth Preferences screen is displayed. Turning the Bluetooth™ function on or off You can turn the Bluetooth™ function on or off. When you disable the Bluetooth™ function, you cannot send data by the function but your CLIÉ...
  • Page 76: Viewing/Customizing Bluetooth™ Information

    Setting the Bluetooth™ function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) Viewing/Customizing Bluetooth™ information When the Bluetooth™ function is enabled, the following items are displayed on the Bluetooth Preferences screen: Device name Allow Device to be Discovered Allow Wake Up Device Address You can change your device name cache settings by tapping the Menu icon on the Bluetooth Preferences screen.
  • Page 77: Displaying/Deleting The Information Of Target Bluetooth™ Compatible

    Setting the Bluetooth™ function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) Displaying/Deleting the information of target Bluetooth™ compatible devices You can view information of Bluetooth™ compatible devices registered on your CLIÉ handheld or delete unnecessary information. Tap the arrow V at the top right of the Preferences screen and select Bluetooth.
  • Page 78: Assigning Applications To Application Buttons

    Assigning applications to application buttons You can assign your favorite applications to the application buttons on the front panel of your CLIÉ handheld. For example, you can assign the Date Book button to start Calculator. The position of the application buttons varies depending on your model. For details, refer to “CLIÉ™...
  • Page 79: Customizing The Full-Screen Pen Stroke Activities

    Turns off and locks your CLIÉ handheld. To turn on your CLIÉ handheld when it is locked, you must enter a password. For details, refer to “Protecting your data with a password” (page 176). Beams the current record to another Palm OS PDA.
  • Page 80: Assigning Applications To Hotsync Buttons

    Assigning applications to HotSync buttons You can assign your favorite applications to the HotSync buttons on the cradle and modem (if a HotSync button is provided). Tap the arrow V at the top right of the Preferences screen and select Buttons. Tap HotSync.
  • Page 81: Adding/Changing Communication Device Preferences

    Adding/Changing communication device preferences You can customize the preference for a communication device to be connected to your CLIÉ handheld. The applications using the communication device will comply with this preference. Tap the arrow V at the top right of the Preferences screen and select Connection.
  • Page 82 Adding/Changing communication device preferences Tap OK. The configuration for the communication device is changed and the Preferences screen is displayed. Customizing your CLIÉ™ handheld (Preferences)
  • Page 83: Setting Up The Date & Time Preferences

    Setting up the Date & Time preferences You can set the date, time, time zone, and daylight savings on/off for your CLIÉ handheld. After you set the local date and time of your home base, you can change the displayed time (for example, during business trips) simply by switching the time zones.
  • Page 84: Setting The Time

    Setting up the Date & Time preferences Setting the time Tap the arrow V at the top right of the Preferences screen and select Date & Time. The Date & Time Preferences screen is displayed. Tap Set Time. The Set Time screen is displayed. Tap the arrow V or v to set the hour.
  • Page 85: Setting The Time Zone And Daylight Saving Time

    Setting up the Date & Time preferences Setting the time zone and daylight saving time Setting the time zone Tap the arrow V at the top right of the Preferences screen and select Date & Time. The Date & Time Preferences screen is displayed. Tap the Set Time Zone field.
  • Page 86: Adjusting The Digitizer

    Adjusting the Digitizer You need to adjust the digitizer when performing a hard reset, when the tapping operation or scrolling does not work properly, or when you cannot adjust the brightness of the backlight or screen contrast. Tap the arrow V at the top right of the Preferences screen and select Digitizer.
  • Page 87: Setting The Display Format Of The Time, Date, And Numbers

    Setting the display format of the time, date, and numbers Selecting a regional default When you select the region where you use your CLIÉ handheld, the display format of the time, date, week start day, and numbers are adjusted to the regional default.
  • Page 88: Setting The Automatic Power-Off Time

    Setting the automatic power-off time Your CLIÉ handheld has an automatic power-off feature that turns off after a period of inactivity to conserve your CLIÉ handheld battery. You can adjust the time setting for the automatic power-off feature. By default, your CLIÉ handheld will turn off after two minutes of inactivity and will remain on when connected to the cradle.
  • Page 89: Setting Sounds

    Setting sounds You can adjust the volume level of the system sounds, alarm sounds, and game sounds, or turn the sound off completely. Tap the arrow V at the top right of the Preferences screen and select General. The General Preferences screen is displayed. Tap the arrow V next to System Sound and select the desired volume level or Off.
  • Page 90: Turning The Alarm Led On Or Off

    Turning the Alarm LED on or off You can set the CLIÉ handheld to flash its LED at a set time. If you turn the Alarm Sound off and turn the Alarm LED on, you can use the alarm feature without disturbing people around you.
  • Page 91: Turning The Beam Receive Feature On Or Off

    Turning the Beam Receive feature on or off You can turn on or off the Beam Receive feature. When you turn off the Beam Receive feature, you cannot receive data via beaming but your CLIÉ handheld battery is conserved. By default, the Beam Receive feature is set to On.
  • Page 92: Changing The Network Preferences

    Changing the Network preferences Note For the settings specific to a peripheral device, refer to the manual of that device. Selecting a service template You can customize the Service setting to select the service template for your Internet Service Provider or a dial-in server. Tap the arrow V at the top right of the Preferences screen and select Network.
  • Page 93: Entering A User Name

    Changing the Network preferences Entering a user name The User Name setting identifies the name you use when you log into your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or dial-in server. Tap the User Name field on the Network Preferences screen. Enter your user name. Notes •...
  • Page 94: Selecting A Connection

    Changing the Network preferences Selecting a connection Use the Connection setting to select the method you want to use to connect to your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or a dial-in server. Tap the arrow V next to Connection and select Standard Modem on the Network Preferences screen.
  • Page 95 Changing the Network preferences Tap the arrow V next to Idle timeout and select one of the following options. • 1 Minute: Waits one minute before dropping the connection when you open another application that does not use the network. •...
  • Page 96: Creating Additional Service Templates

    Changing the Network preferences Creating additional service templates You can create additional service templates from scratch or by duplicating existing templates and editing the information. After you create a new or duplicate template, you can add and edit settings. To duplicate an existing service template Tap the arrow V next to Service and select the predefined service template you want to duplicate on the Network Preferences screen.
  • Page 97: Creating Log-In Scripts

    Changing the Network preferences Creating log-in scripts A log-in script is a series of commands that automates logging in to a network server, such as your corporate network or your Internet Service Provider (ISP). You can also use non-ASCII characters or literal characters for Log-in Scripts. For details, refer to “Non-ASCII Characters for Log-in Scripts”...
  • Page 98 Changing the Network preferences Delay Get IP Prompt Repeat step 4 until the log-in script is complete. Tap OK. The Details screen is displayed. Tap OK. The Network Preferences screen is displayed. Customizing your CLIÉ™ handheld (Preferences) Makes your CLIÉ handheld wait a specific number of seconds before executing the next command in the log-in script.
  • Page 99: Carriage Return And Line Feed

    Changing the Network preferences Non-ASCII Characters for Log-in Scripts The following information enables you to create custom log-in scripts that require non-ASCII characters. It is provided for advanced users who understand the use and requirements of such characters in a custom log-in script.
  • Page 100: Using The Network Preferences Menus

    Changing the Network preferences Using the Network preferences menus This section describes the menu commands specific to network preferences. For the menu commands that are common for the CLIÉ handheld applications, refer to “Common menu items” on page 39. Service menus Delete...
  • Page 101: Creating Graffiti ® Shortcuts

    Creating Graffiti You can create abbreviations (ShortCuts) for entering text with Graffiti strokes. For details on using Graffiti Tap the arrow V at the top right of the Preferences screen and select ShortCuts. Tap New. The ShortCut Entry screen is displayed. Enter the ShortCut name and an abbreviation (character string).
  • Page 102: Hotsync ® Operations)

    Exchanging and updating files/data using the HotSync operation (Other ® HotSync operations) This chapter explains how to select HotSync options and how to perform the HotSync cradle, infrared communications port, or network. Other ® advanced HotSync operations include how to use file link functions and how to import data from Windows applications.
  • Page 103: Customizing Hotsync Application Settings (Conduit)

    Customizing HotSync (Conduit) A program handling the data of an application during the ® HotSync operation is called a “conduit.” For each application, you can define a set of options that determine how data is handled during synchronization. By default, the HotSync synchronizes all files/data between your CLIÉ...
  • Page 104 ® Customizing HotSync Click Change. The Change HotSync Action dialog box is displayed. Click to select one of the following: • Synchronize the files • Desktop overwrites handheld • Handheld overwrites Desktop • Do nothing Click OK. Repeat steps 2 to 6 to customize conduit settings for other applications (or other users).
  • Page 105: Synchronizing With External Data (File Link)

    Synchronizing with external data (File Link) You can synchronize Address Book or Memo Pad data in your CLIÉ handheld with external files such as address book data in your computer (File Link). ® HotSync Manager stores the files in your computer in a separate category on your Palm™...
  • Page 106: Customizing Hotsync Manager Startup And Hotsync Setup Options

    Customizing HotSync ® HotSync setup options Click the HotSync bottom right of the taskbar) and select Setup from the shortcut menu. The Setup dialog box is displayed. Click the General tab and select the setting as needed. If you are not sure which option to use, select Always available. •...
  • Page 107: Performing The Ir Hotsync Operation

    Performing the IR HotSync You can use the IR (infrared) port of your CLIÉ handheld to perform the IR ® HotSync operation with a computer equipped with an IrDA (Infrared Data Association) IR port. The IR HotSync ® HotSync operation without using the cradle. Prior to performing the IR HotSync Check the following items: •...
  • Page 108 Performing the IR HotSync Click the HotSync bottom right of the taskbar) once again and select Setup from the shortcut menu. The Setup dialog box is displayed. Click the Local tab. Adjust the following settings as needed. • Serial port: Specifies a virtual port for an infrared port. If you are not sure of the connection port, refer to the Infrared Monitor in the Control Panel.
  • Page 109 Performing the IR HotSync Performing the IR HotSync You can perform the IR HotSync computer settings, CLIÉ handheld settings, and Conduit Setup. Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the HotSync icon on the Application Launcher screen and press the Jog Dial™ navigator.
  • Page 110: Performing The Hotsync ® Operation Using The Bluetooth™ Function

    Performing the HotSync Bluetooth™ function If you are using a Bluetooth™ compatible computer, you can perform a ® wireless HotSync Prior to performing the HotSync Bluetooth™ function To perform the HotSync computer using the Bluetooth™ function, you need to configure a new connection setting for Bluetooth™...
  • Page 111 Performing the HotSync (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) If you have renamed a target Bluetooth™ compatible device registered on your CLIÉ handheld, the device may be listed in the previous name when you detect target Bluetooth™ compatible devices. In this case, follow the procedure below. 1 Tap the Menu 2 Tap Disable device name cache from the Options menu.
  • Page 112 Windows task tray (at the bottom right of the taskbar) on your computer. If the HotSync select Programs (for Windows XP, select All Programs), Sony Handheld, and click HotSync Manager to start the HotSync manager. Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the HotSync icon on the Application Launcher screen and press the Jog Dial™...
  • Page 113 Performing the HotSync (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) Tap the arrow V beneath the icon and select the connection you want to use. Select the connection name you created in step 3 in “Preparing your CLIÉ handheld” on page 110. Tap the HotSync ®...
  • Page 114: Performing The Hotsync Operation Via A Modem

    Performing the HotSync modem You can perform the HotSync from your computer. Your CLIÉ handheld away from your PC Notes • For the first HotSync operation using the cradle (page 66). • It may take some time to complete the HotSync shorten the time, define the files/data you wish to synchronize with the modem ®...
  • Page 115: Preparing Your Computer

    Performing the HotSync Preparing your computer To perform the HotSync below to set your computer to receive a call from your CLIÉ handheld. Check the following items. • The modem is connected to your computer and both the modem and computer are turned on.
  • Page 116 Performing the HotSync Adjust the following settings as needed. • Serial port: Specifies the port for the modem. If you are not sure of the port settings, check the Modem Properties (Phone and Modem Options for Windows 2000 Professional/XP) in the Control Panel. •...
  • Page 117 Performing the HotSync Tap the Enter phone # field beneath the modem name. The Phone Setup dialog box is displayed. Adjust the following settings as needed: 1 Enter the telephone number used to access the modem connected to your computer. 2 Enter a dial prefix (such as “9”) to access an outside line, and tap the Dial prefix check box as needed.
  • Page 118 Performing the HotSync Selecting the conduits for a modem HotSync You can specify files/data to be synchronized to shorten the time required to synchronize files/data with a modem. For details, refer to “Customizing HotSync on page 103. Note If your CLIÉ handheld settings do not match those made in the Change HotSync Action window, the operation complies with the CLIÉ...
  • Page 119 Performing the HotSync Tap the check boxes to deselect the files/data that you do not want to synchronize during a modem HotSync operation. By the default setting, all files/data are selected to be synchronized. The data of applications that do not have a database (such as games) cannot be synchronized.
  • Page 120: Performing The Hotsync Operation Via A Network

    Performing the HotSync network To operate HotSync administrator skills. You can perform the HotSync handheld and the computer in the LAN of your office, depending on the network environment of your office. For details, contact the administrator of the remote access server. Prior to performing the HotSync Check the following items: •...
  • Page 121 Performing the HotSync Place your CLIÉ handheld in the cradle and press the HotSync The computer information (Primary PC name and Primary PC address (IP address)) is transferred to your CLIÉ handheld. When you perform the HotSync handheld identifies the computer based on the information transferred. Preparing your CLIÉ...
  • Page 122 Performing the HotSync Tap Network. Tap OK. The HotSync screen is displayed. Tap Select Service beneath the icon. The Network Preferences screen is displayed. Tap the arrow V next to Service and select Unix or Windows RAS from the drop-down list. For details, refer to “Changing the Network preferences”...
  • Page 123 Performing the HotSync Performing the HotSync You can perform the HotSync prepared your computer settings, CLIÉ handheld settings, and Conduit Setup. Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the HotSync icon on the Application Launcher screen and press the Jog Dial™ navigator.
  • Page 124: Performing The Hotsync Operation Via Lan (Lansync)

    Performing the HotSync (LANSync) To operate LANSync, you must have network manager skills. Consult a network manager prior to setting LANSync. You can perform the HotSync another computer connected to your CLIÉ handheld. Prior to performing a LANSync operation Check the following items: •...
  • Page 125 Performing the HotSync Place your CLIÉ handheld in the cradle and press the HotSync The computer information (Primary PC name and Primary PC address (IP address)) is transferred to your CLIÉ handheld. When you perform the HotSync handheld identifies the computer based on the information transferred. Preparing your CLIÉ...
  • Page 126 Performing the HotSync Tap OK. The HotSync screen is displayed again. Performing a LANSync operation You can perform a LANSync operation when you have prepared your computer settings, CLIÉ handheld settings, and Conduit Setup. Turn on the computers and start the HotSync Note To perform a LANSync operation, both computers connected to the cradle and performing the HotSync...
  • Page 127: Using Storage Media Such

    This chapter explains how to communicate with another ® Palm OS PDA device via storage media such as “Memory Stick” media, how to handle “Memory Stick” media, and how to use CLIE Files for managing the files/data on storage media.
  • Page 128: Using Storage Media Such As "Memory Stick™" Media

    Using storage media such as “Memory Stick™” media The type of storage media you can use with your CLIÉ handheld You can use your CLIÉ handheld with storage media, such as “Memory Stick” media or CompactFlash compatible memory card (referred to as CF memory card).
  • Page 129 Using storage media such as “Memory Stick™” media Note on using “MagicGate Memory Stick” media Do not handle copyright-protected files/data or directories stored on “MagicGate Memory Stick” media with CLIE Files or Windows otherwise the files/data may be disabled. To handle copyright-protected files/ data, use a “MagicGate”...
  • Page 130: Protecting The Files/Data On "Memory Stick" Media

    Using storage media such as “Memory Stick™” media • If the battery power of your CLIÉ handheld is running low, an error message is displayed and you cannot exchange files/data with “Memory Stick” media. If this occurs, connect the AC power adapter or fully charge your CLIÉ...
  • Page 131: Starting An Application On Storage Media

    Using storage media such as “Memory Stick™” media Starting an application on storage media You can start applications on storage media in the same way as applications on your CLIÉ handheld. While the power of your CLIÉ handheld is on, the applications in the storage media will be displayed on the Application Launcher screen automatically when you insert the storage media into the slot.
  • Page 132: Viewing Information Of Storage Media (Card Info)

    Using storage media such as “Memory Stick™” media Note Depending on the application, some of the features may not work if you start the application on storage media. In this case, use CLIE Files to copy the files/data in the CLIÉ...
  • Page 133: Assigning A Name To Storage Media

    Using storage media such as “Memory Stick™” media Assigning a name to storage media You can assign a name to each storage media with Card Info. Insert the storage media into your CLIÉ handheld. Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the Card Info icon on the Application Launcher screen and press the Jog Dial™...
  • Page 134: Formatting Storage Media

    Using storage media such as “Memory Stick™” media Formatting storage media “Memory Stick” media produced commercially is already formatted for use. CF compatible memory card however, must be formatted with your CLIÉ handheld. If you need to format your storage media, use CLIE Files or Card Info.
  • Page 135 Using storage media such as “Memory Stick™” media What is formatting? Formatting defines the recording format for your storage media so that you can access files/data with your CLIÉ handheld. Notes • If storage media is reformatted, all the files/data stored on the storage media will be erased.
  • Page 136: Exchanging Files/Data Via Storage Media

    Exchanging files/data via storage media Starting CLIE Files You can copy, move, or delete files/data between storage media and your CLIÉ handheld with CLIE Files. For details on CLIE Files, refer to “CLIE Files” in the “CLIÉ Application Manual” installed on your computer. Rotate the Jog Dial™...
  • Page 137 In some cases when you move or delete specific files/data using CLIE Files, some CLIÉ handheld applications may not operate properly or some files/data may be formatted. Sony is not liable for any problems with applications or files/data, that arise from your moving or deleting a file/data.
  • Page 138: Copying Your Clié Handheld Files/Data To Storage Media

    Exchanging files/data via storage media • Unsaved Preference: The settings for various applications or user information of your CLIÉ handheld. If this file is deleted, you may not be able to synchronize the correct information. • CLIE Launcher XXX: The database for CLIE Launcher. If this file is deleted, you may not be able to operate CLIE Launcher.
  • Page 139 Exchanging files/data via storage media Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the CLIE Files icon on the Application Launcher screen and press the Jog Dial™ navigator. CLIE Files starts. You can also tap the CLIE Files icon to start the application. Tap the arrow V at the top right of the CLIE Files screen to select Handheld.
  • Page 140 Exchanging files/data via storage media To copy all the files/data at once Tap Select in step 4 and select Select All. To cancel the selection • To cancel all the selections: tap Select and select Clear All. • To clear only specific items: tap the selected item once again. When you want to select files/data other than the one specified After following step 4, tap Select and select Invert.
  • Page 141: Copying Files/Data On Storage Media To Your Clié Handheld

    Exchanging files/data via storage media Copying files/data on storage media to your CLIÉ handheld You can copy the files/data saved on storage media to your CLIÉ handheld. Prior to copying files/data, make sure that the memory space of your CLIÉ handheld is sufficient.
  • Page 142 Exchanging files/data via storage media Select Handheld. Tap OK. The files/data selected in step 4 are copied to Handheld. To copy all the files/data at once Tap Select in step 4 and select Select All. To cancel the selection • To cancel all the selections: tap Select and select Clear All. •...
  • Page 143: Deleting Files/Data On Storage Media

    Exchanging files/data via storage media Deleting files/data on storage media You can delete the files/data from storage media with CLIE Files. Insert storage media into your CLIÉ handheld. Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the CLIE Files icon on the Application Launcher screen and press the Jog Dial™ navigator.
  • Page 144: Extracting A Zip File

    Exchanging files/data via storage media To cancel the selection • To cancel all the selections: tap Select and select Clear All. • To clear only specific items: tap the selected item once again. To change the folder to be deleted to select the folder you want to delete.
  • Page 145 Exchanging files/data via storage media Tap the arrow V at the top right of the CLIE Files screen to select storage media. All the files/data on the selected storage media are displayed. icon is Zip files. Tips • A Zip file downloaded using NetFront v3.0 for CLIE will be stored in the /Palm/ Programs/Archive folder of the storage media.
  • Page 146 Exchanging files/data via storage media Note Some data cannot be saved on your CLIÉ handheld. In these cases, an error message is displayed. Tap OK. The data is extracted to the folder selected in step 7. : Files that were extracted normally. : Files that could not be extracted.
  • Page 147: Clie Files Menu Items

    Exchanging files/data via storage media CLIE Files menu items The following describes the menu items that are specific to CLIE Files. For the menu items common to CLIÉ handheld applications, refer to “Common menu items” on page 39. Tool menu Format Media Info New Dir...
  • Page 148: Exchanging Files/Data Without Using Clie Files

    Exchanging files/data via storage media Exchanging files/data without using CLIE Files You can exchange the files/data between storage media and your CLIÉ handheld or between “Memory Stick” media and CF memory card from the menu of the Application Launcher screen. However, problems may occur depending on the application.
  • Page 149: Notes On Starting Applications From Storage Media

    Exchanging files/data via storage media Notes on starting applications from storage media You can start an application (files with extensions such as .prc,.pdb) from storage media. However, note the following prior to starting them. • You can start only applications from storage media. Related files/data such as image files or movie files may not be opened (played back).
  • Page 150: Beaming

    This chapter explains how to communicate with another ® Palm OS PDA device via the infrared communications port. Beaming between your CLIÉ handheld and ® another Palm OS PDA ... . . 151...
  • Page 151: Beaming Between Your Clié Handheld And Another Palm Os Pda

    Some applications are protected from copying and cannot be beamed. Applications marked with the Beaming ® IR Port (Location of the IR port may vary depending on your model.) PDA device that has an IR port: icon cannot be copied. ® PDA device that has an...
  • Page 152: Beaming Information

    Beaming between your CLIÉ handheld and another Palm OS Beaming information You can beam the data on your CLIÉ handheld to another Palm OS PDA device that has an IR port. Select the data, category, or business card you want to beam.
  • Page 153 Beaming between your CLIÉ handheld and another Palm OS Sending applications via beaming Tap the Menu The menu is displayed. Tap Beam from the CLIE Launcher menu. The Beam screen is displayed. Tap the arrow V next to Beam From and select Handheld. Select Handheld when the application you want to send is saved on your CLIÉ...
  • Page 154: Receiving Beamed Information

    Receiving beamed information Turn on your CLIÉ handheld and point the IR port of your CLIÉ handheld directly to the IR port of another Palm OS PDA device. The Beam dialog box is displayed and beaming of data or applications starts.
  • Page 155 Using the Bluetooth™ function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only) This chapter explains how to exchange information such as applications or data with another Bluetooth™ compatible device using the Bluetooth™ function. Exchanging files/data using the Bluetooth™ function ......156 What you can do with the Bluetooth™...
  • Page 156: Using The Bluetooth™ Function

    Exchanging files/data using the Bluetooth™ function What you can do with the Bluetooth™ function The Bluetooth™ function enables wireless communication within a range of 33 feet (approximately 10 meters). You can use the function to exchange files/ data between your CLIÉ handheld and other Bluetooth™ compliant devices. Sending files/data, such as image files or Date Book data, to another CLIÉ...
  • Page 157 Exchanging files/data using the Bluetooth™ function Sending image files You can select a method of sending files/data in the (The dialog box below may not be displayed depending on your operating environment.) 2 Sending Date Book data or Address Book data Tap the schedule data or address data you want to send, tap the Menu icon to display the menu, and then select Send Event (for Date Book) or Send Address (for Address Book) from the menu.
  • Page 158: Performing The Wireless Hotsync ® Operation With A Computer

    Exchanging files/data using the Bluetooth™ function Performing the wireless HotSync If you are using a Bluetooth™ compatible computer, you can perform the ® wireless HotSync For details, refer to “Performing the HotSync function (for Bluetooth™ built-in models only)” on page 110. Using the Bluetooth™...
  • Page 159: Connecting To The Internet By Communicating With A Bluetooth™ Compatible Mobile Phone

    Connecting to the Internet by communicating with a Bluetooth™ compatible mobile phone You can enjoy browsing various websites or send/receive e-mails using your CLIÉ handheld, via a Bluetooth™ compatible mobile phone. Connecting When you access the Internet via a Bluetooth™ compatible mobile phone, you need to follow this procedure to pair the device with your CLIÉ...
  • Page 160 Connecting to the Internet by communicating with a Bluetooth™ compatible mobile phone Tap New. The Edit Connection screen appears. 1Name: Enter any connection name you like. Custom is displayed by default. 2Connect to: Tap V and select Modem. 3Via: Tap V and select Bluetooth. 4Dialing: Tap V and select the type of telephone circuit you use.
  • Page 161 Connecting to the Internet by communicating with a Bluetooth™ compatible mobile phone Select the mobile phone you want to pair with your CLIÉ handheld, and tap OK. The Add Trusted Device dialog box appears. Tap Yes. The Passkey Input screen appears on the display of the mobile phone. What is a Passkey? A Passkey is a secret code entered by the user to enable two Bluetooth™...
  • Page 162: User Name

    Connecting to the Internet by communicating with a Bluetooth™ compatible mobile phone Tips • The step in which the Passkey Input screen appears varies depending on the mobile phone, and for some devices, the Passkey input screen does not appear. In any case, follow the instructions shown on the screen and enter a Passkey when required.
  • Page 163 Connecting to the Internet by communicating with a Bluetooth™ compatible mobile phone 3Password Enter the password specified by your ISP. 4Connection Select the connection that is compliant with your network card. 5Phone Enter the phone number of the access point specified by your ISP. For details, contact your ISP or telephone carrier.
  • Page 164 Connecting to the Internet by communicating with a Bluetooth™ compatible mobile phone After using the Internet Stop the dial-up connection on your CLIÉ handheld. For detailed operations, refer to the “CLIÉ Application Manual” on your computer. Terminate Bluetooth™ communications on the mobile phone.
  • Page 165: Using The Calculator And Finding Records

    Using the Calculator and finding records This chapter explains how to use the calculator and how to efficiently search for records. Using the Calculator (Calc) ....166 Finding records .
  • Page 166: Using The Calculator (Calc)

    Using the Calculator (Calc) Calculating with the Calculator You can perform basic calculations with the Calculator. Moreover, you can save values in the calculator memory and recall them from the memory. Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the Calculator icon on the Application Launcher screen and press the Jog Dial™...
  • Page 167: The Functions Of The Calculator Buttons

    Using the Calculator (Calc) The functions of the Calculator buttons The calculator has several buttons to help you perform calculations. +/– Using the Calculator and finding records Clears the last number you entered. Use this button if you make a mistake while entering numbers.
  • Page 168: Using The Calculator Menus

    Using the Calculator (Calc) Using the Calculator menus Edit menus Copy, Paste Options menus Recent Calculations About Calculator Using the Calculator and finding records Copies values from Calculator and pastes them into another application. You can also paste numeric values you copied from another application, such as Memo Pad, into Calculator.
  • Page 169: Finding Records

    Finding records Using the Find option You can find records, such as Date Book, Address Book, To Do List, or Memo Pad data on your CLIÉ handheld, by entering the whole word or the first few letters. The search results are displayed by application. This feature helps if you do not remember which application you used to create the record you are searching for.
  • Page 170 To resume the search, tap Find More. Note The Find option is not case sensitive; searching for “sony” also finds “Sony.” If you select text in an application prior to tapping the Find automatically placed in the Find dialog box.
  • Page 171: Backing Up Your Clié™ Handheld Data And Applications

    Backing up your CLIÉ™ handheld data and applications This chapter explains how to make a backup of your CLIÉ handheld data. Backing up your CLIÉ™ handheld data and applications ..... 172 Backing up data and applications to your computer with the HotSync Backing up data and applications...
  • Page 172: Backing Up Your Clié™ Handheld Data And Applications

    Backing up your CLIÉ™ handheld data and applications You can create a backup of your CLIÉ handheld data by one of the following methods: • Back up data to your computer through the HotSync • Back up data to “Memory Stick” media using Memory Stick Backup Backing up data and applications to your computer with the ®...
  • Page 173: Backing Up Data And Applications To "Memory Stick" Media Using Memory Stick Backup

    Backing up your CLIÉ™ handheld data and applications Backing up data and applications to “Memory Stick” media using Memory Stick Backup With Memory Stick Backup, you can back up the following applications and data to “Memory Stick” media. • Memo Pad files/data •...
  • Page 174 Backing up your CLIÉ™ handheld data and applications Tips • The backup takes a few minutes. • In step 4, you can also select an existing file from the backup list then tap the Backup icon to overwrite it. • The data size displayed in the list shows the size of the applications and data stored in CLIÉ...
  • Page 175 Backing up your CLIÉ™ handheld data and applications Tap the backup data you want to restore from the list. Tap the Restore The Restore All Files dialog box is displayed. Tap OK. The Confirm Restore dialog box is displayed. Tap OK. The Restore Progress dialog box is displayed.
  • Page 176 Protecting your data with a password This chapter explains how to manage your personal details using the various applications of your CLIÉ handheld and how to protect your data with a password. Entering personal information ... . 177 Locking your CLIÉ...
  • Page 177: Protecting Your Data With A Password

    Entering personal information You can enter personal information such as name, company name and telephone number in your CLIÉ handheld. If you assign a password, the personal information will be displayed when the CLIÉ handheld is turned on next time. Rotate the Jog Dial™...
  • Page 178 Entering personal information If you have already assigned a password to protect your data If personal information is already protected, it cannot be entered or edited. To enter/edit personal information, follow the steps below to unlock the protection. Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the Prefs icon on the Application Launcher screen and press the Jog Dial™...
  • Page 179: Locking Your Clié Handheld With A Password (Data Protection)

    Locking your CLIÉ handheld with a password (Data protection) You can lock your CLIÉ handheld by assigning a password. Your CLIÉ handheld then requires the user to enter the password when it is turned on. Note To turn on your CLIÉ handheld when it is locked, you must enter the correct password. If you forget the password, you need to perform a hard reset.
  • Page 180 Locking your CLIÉ handheld with a password (Data protection) Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select the Security icon on the Application Launcher screen and press the Jog Dial™ navigator. The Security screen is displayed. You can also tap the Security icon to display the Security screen. Follow “Assigning a password”...
  • Page 181: Setting Your Clié Handheld To Be Locked Automatically

    Locking your CLIÉ handheld with a password (Data protection) Setting your CLIÉ handheld to be locked automatically You can set a time for your CLIÉ handheld to be locked automatically. Follow steps 1 to 3 of “Turning off your CLIÉ handheld after locking”...
  • Page 182: Protecting Data

    Protecting data You can protect your data from unauthorized users by assigning a password. Additionally, you can create private data which will not be shown even if a password is entered. Assigning a password You can assign a password to protect your private data or to lock your CLIÉ handheld.
  • Page 183: Changing Or Deleting A Password

    Protecting data In step 3, you can enter a hint to remember your password. The hint will be displayed to remind you of the correct password if you enter an incorrect password. Changing or deleting a password You can change or delete the assigned password. Rotate the Jog Dial™...
  • Page 184: Hiding Or Masking Private Data

    Protecting data Hiding or masking private data You can choose to hide or mask your private data in applications such as Address Book or Memo Pad. To view the private data, you need to enter the password. Even if the data is invisible, it is saved. Rotate the Jog Dial™...
  • Page 185 Enhancing features with add-on applications This chapter explains how to enhance features of your CLIÉ handheld by installing applications from your computer, Internet and storage media such as “Memory Stick” media. Enhancing features with add-on applications ..... 186 Installing .
  • Page 186: Enhancing Features With Add-On Applications

    Enhancing features with add-on applications To install the applications from the supplied CD-ROM, refer to “Using applications” of the “Read This First (Operating Instructions).” You can enhance the features of your CLIÉ handheld by installing applications such as games or other application that run on Palm OS (Add-on applications). For the latest information on the applications that can be used in your CLIÉ...
  • Page 187: Installing

    The Install Tool screen is displayed. Select the user from the User list. Click Add. The Open dialog box is displayed. The supplied applications are saved in the folder: Program Files/Sony Handheld/Add-on. Enhancing features with add-on applications Continued on next page...
  • Page 188 Windows To display the Install Tool screen, click Start, select Programs (for Windows XP, select All Programs), Sony Handheld, and click Installation Tool. You can also double-click files that can be installed, such as .prc or .pdb format files.
  • Page 189: Installing Applications On Storage Media

    ® the HotSync operation. They are installed in /Palm/Launcher folder. Some Sony applications only support data in the designated folder. The data installed in /Palm/Launcher folder on storage media by the HotSync cannot be displayed in those applications. In this case, delete the data or applications from the storage media using CLIE Files.
  • Page 190: Deleting Installed Add-On Applications

    Installing Follow the instructions including readme files to install the downloaded application in your CLIÉ handheld. If there are no specific instructions, double-click the downloaded PRC format (.prc) file and perform step 6 through 8 of “Installing from your computer” on page 187. Deleting installed add-on applications You can only delete the applications that you installed yourself.
  • Page 191 Installing Tap Done. The Application Launcher screen is displayed. Enhancing features with add-on applications...
  • Page 192: Transferring Data From Another Clié™ Handheld

    Transferring data from another CLIÉ™ handheld This chapter explains how to transfer data from your CLIÉ handheld to another CLIÉ handhelds. Transferring data from another CLIÉ™ handheld ......193 Transferring data using the Palm™...
  • Page 193: Transferring Data From Another Clié™ Handheld

    Windows desktop. You can also click Start, select Programs (for Windows XP, select All Programs), Sony Handheld, and click Palm Desktop for CLIÉ. The Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software starts. Select the user name of your previous CLIÉ handheld from the list at the top right of the screen.
  • Page 194 Transferring data from another CLIÉ™ handheld Repeat step 3 through 5 to export data of other applications. Select the user name of your new CLIÉ handheld from the list at the top right of the screen. If you have never performed the HotSync handheld, select Users from the Tools menu.
  • Page 195 Transferring data from another CLIÉ™ handheld ® Note on performing the HotSync operation on another CLIÉ handheld When using a new CLIÉ handheld, install (overwrite) the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ software supplied with the newly purchased CLIÉ handheld. Install this without deleting the old Palm™...
  • Page 196: Index

    INDEX Application Add-on applications ... . .186 Deleting the add-on applications . . .190 Enhancing the features ..186 Installing applications on storage media .
  • Page 197: Graffiti Writing

    Displaying information about applications ....25 Locating the components ..17 Menu List .....26 Ordering listed groups .
  • Page 198 Jog Dial™ navigator ....12 LANSync ..... . .124 Locking .
  • Page 199 User name ....103, 120 Using Favorite Applications (shortcuts) Creating ..... .22 Deleting .
  • Page 200 For the latest information on support and accessories, check our official Sony CLIÉ website For customers in the U.S.A. and Canada http : //www.sony.com/clie/ For customers in Australia, Hong Kong, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Singapore, Taiwan and Thailand http : //vaio-online.sony.com/clie/...

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