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  • Page 1 User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 SIG, Inc. All other brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Disclaimer Specifications and manuals are subject to change without notice. Mio Technology assumes no liability for damage incurred directly or indirectly from errors, omissions, or discrepancies between the device and the manuals.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Getting Started ................1 1.1 Identifying Hardware Components ............1 Front Components ................1 Back Components ................2 Right-Side Components...............3 Top Components .................4 Bottom Components ................4 1.2 Getting Your Device Ready for Use ............5 Performing Initial Startup ..............5 Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery ......6 1.3 Using Your Device in a Vehicle ............7 Using the Device Holder ..............7 Connecting the In-Car Charger ............7...
  • Page 4 Recording a Message................18 Using My Text..................20 2.9 Locking Your Pocket PC..............20 Managing Your Pocket PC ............22 3.1 Managing Power................22 Low Battery Signals and Actions ............22 Power-Saving Tips................23 3.2 Customizing Your Pocket PC ............23 3.3 Searching and Organizing Information ..........26 Microsoft Pocket Outlook ............
  • Page 5 Browsing the Internet.................53 Managing Favorites ................53 5.7 Windows Media Player for Pocket PC..........54 5.8 Pictures & Videos ................55 5.9 Quick GPS Position ................56 5.10 eCalc....................57 Getting Connected............... 59 6.1 Connection Settings................59 Modem Connection................59 Ethernet/Wireless Network Card Connection ........60 Troubleshooting and Maintenance ..........61 7.1 Resetting Your Pocket PC ..............61 7.2 Restoring the Factory Default State ..........62 7.3 Troubleshooting .................63...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter introduces you to the external components of your Pocket PC and guide s 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 t accessories may be different from the ones shown in this manual.

  • Page 8: Back Components

    Component Description Touch Screen Displays the output of your Pocket PC. Tap the screen with the stylus to select menu commands or enter information. Each of the buttons provides a quick way to use a program Program Buttons or function. The buttons are customizable. The icons on the buttons indicate the default functions: Opens the MioMap program when the program is installed.

  • Page 9: Right-Side Components

    Component Description Car Antenna This connector (under rubber dust cover) allows use of an Connector optional external antenna with magnetic mount, which may be positioned on top of the car for better signal reception in areas with poor reception. Speaker Sends out music, sounds and voice.

  • Page 10: Top Components

    Top Components Component Description Hand String Hole Hand string attaches to this hole. Power Button Turns your Pocket PC on or off by pressing briefly. Glows in amber to indicate that battery charging is in Power/Notification progress. Indicator Flashes in amber to inform you of scheduled appointments, alarms and reminders.

  • Page 11: 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 and completing the setup wizard. 1. Slide the ON/OFF switch to the ON position. CAUTION: Always leave the ON/OFF switch in the ON position for normal operation. 2.

  • Page 12: Connecting To Ac Power And Charging The Battery

    Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery When charging the battery for the very first time, charge it for at least 8 hours. 1. Fit the converter plug to the AC charger ( ). 2. Connect the mini-USB end of the AC charger to your device ( ) and the other end to a wall outlet ( ).

  • Page 13: Using Your Device In A Vehicle

    1.3 Using Your Device in a Vehicle Using the Device Holder CAUTION: When placing the device 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 14: Turning On And Off

    1.4 Turning 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 15 1. Turn on your desktop computer. 2. Insert the Getting Started CD into the CD-ROM drive of your desktop computer. 3. Select the language that you would like to install and click to continue. Next 4. Click from the Getting Started menu. Setup and Installation 5.

  • Page 16: Using An Sd/Sdhc/Mmc Card

    1.6 Using an SD/SDHC/MMC Card Your Pocket PC has a slot where you can insert an optional SD, SDHC, MMC storage card or I/O card. NOTE: Your Pocket PC supports the SDHC Class 2/Class 4/Class 6 card. A storage card is also called a memory card. Make sure that no foreign objects enter the slot.

  • Page 17: 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 18: 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. Right Left To move in a direction, simply push the stick toward the corresponding direction. Down To activate the selected item, press the stick.

  • Page 19: Landscape View

    Landscape View You can use your Pocket PC in a landscape manner. To change the screen view, Settings System Screen General Landscape Portrait 2.4 Navigation Bar and Toolbar The Navigation bar is located at the top of the screen. It displays the active program and current time and allows you to switch programs and close screens.

  • Page 20: 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 while the left soft key varies with Menu programs.

  • Page 21: Notifications

    Tap and hold to display the shortcut menu. Lift the stylus and tap the action you want. Tap outside the menu to close it without performing an action. 2.7 Notifications Your Pocket PC reminds you in a variety of ways when you have something to do.

  • Page 22: 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 a recognizer. In any case, the characters appear as typed text on the screen. To show or hide the Input panel, tap the button.

  • Page 23: Writing On The Screen

    Recognizer NOTE: The availability of recognizers depends on the region and the language version you purchased. With a recognizer, you can write letters using the stylus just as you would use a pen on paper. When you write a letter, it is converted to typed text that appears on the screen. For specific instructions on using a recognizer, open a recognizer and then tap the question mark next to the writing area.

  • Page 24: Drawing On The Screen

    Drawing on the Screen You can draw on the screen in the same way that you write on the screen. 1. Tap to enable drawing mode. A check (√) appears before the Menu Draw command. 2. To create a drawing, cross three ruled lines on your first stroke. A drawing box appears.
  • Page 25 3. Hold the Pocket PC’s microphone near your mouth or other source of sound. 4. Tap the Record button on the Recording toolbar to start recording. 5. To stop recording, tap the Stop button on the Recording toolbar. The new recording appears in the note list or as an embedded icon.

  • Page 26: Using My Text

    Using My Text When using Messaging, use My Text to quickly insert preset or frequently used messages into the text entry area. To insert a message, tap Menu My Text then tap a message. Tap to select a prewritten message. 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 27 Tap to lock the device. Tap to unlock To unlock, tap (left soft key) and tap Unlock Unlock...

  • Page 28: Managing Your Pocket Pc

    Managing Your Pocket PC This chapter tells you how to effectively manage power, 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 usin g the Pocket PC.

  • Page 29: Power-Saving Tips

    Power-Saving Tips low these suggestions to maximize the battery’s operating time, particular n you are relying solely on the battery power for extended time periods. Suspend frequently. By default, the screen backlight will automatically turn off and the Pocket PC will also turn off when it ha s been idle for a period of time.
  • Page 30 The items you can customize are described as follows: Items Descriptions Buttons To assigns programs to the hardware buttons and set Personal the repeat rate of the up/down contro Input To set up items related to the input methods and voice recording format.
  • Page 31 Items Descriptions Memory To view the system memory or the memory on the storage card (if installed) and to manually stop a program if it becomes unstable or program memory is low. Power To show the remaining battery power and to set the time for the Pocket PC to turn off automatically.

  • Page 32: Searching And Organizing Information

    3.3 Searching and Organizing Information The Search feature on your Pocket PC helps you quickly locate information. To search a file, tap . Enter the text you want to find, Programs Search select a data type and then tap to start the search. Search You can also use the File Explorer to find files on your Pocket PC and to organize these files into folders.

  • Page 33: Microsoft Pocket Outlook

    Microsoft Pocket Outlook Microsoft Pocket Outlook includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Notes, and Messaging. You can use these programs individually or together. For example, e-mail addre sses 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 34: 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 choose from predefined text. Tap to choose from previously entered locations. 3. Using the Input panel, tap first to select the field, and then enter a description and a location.

  • Page 35: 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 Menu Edit View appointment details. View notes. Tap to send e-mail to the attendees if they are added to your appointment.

  • Page 36: 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 and enter part of a name or number to quickly find a contact...

  • Page 37: Using The Contacts Summary Screen

    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. Using the Contacts Summary Screen When you tap a contact in the contact list, a summary screen is displayed.

  • Page 38: 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. Programs Tasks Tap to quickly create a task with only a subject Tap to display or edit the task details.

  • Page 39: Creating A Task

    Creating a Task 1. In Task, tap Menu New Task Tap to choose from predefined subjects. 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.

  • Page 40: Using The Tasks Summary Screen

    Using the Tasks Summary Screen When you tap a task in the task list, a summary screen is displayed. To change the task, tap Edit Tap to show and hide additional summary information. View notes.

  • Page 41: 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 42: Creating A Note

    Creating a Note 1. In Notes, tap 2. Create your note by writing, drawing, typing, or recording. For more information about using the Input panel, writing, and drawing on the screen and creating recordings, see Section 2.8. 3. Tap to save and return to the note list. NOTE: For more information, tap Help.

  • Page 43: 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 44 In Messaging, tap from the list. Follow the directions in the New E-mail Account E-mail Setup Wizard. For an explanation of a screen, tap at the upper right corner of the screen. Using the Email Service When you connect to the email server, new messages are downloaded to the Inbox folder on your Pocket PC, messages in the Pocket PC Outbox folder are sent, and messages that have been deleted on the email server are removed from the Inbox folder on your Pocket PC.

  • Page 45: Using The Message List

    Using the Message List Messages you receive are displayed in the message list. Select the service and folder you want to display. Select the sort order for messages. Tap to open a message. When you receive a message, tap it to open it.

  • Page 46: Composing And Sending Messages

    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 and the first 2 KB of each new message, and not to sync file attachments.
  • Page 47 4. Enter your message. 5. To check spelling, tap Menu Spell Check 6. If you want to attach a file to the message, tap and select the Menu Insert desired file. NOTE: OLE objects cannot be attached to Inbox messages. 7.

  • Page 48: Managing Email Messages And Folders

    Managing Email Messages and Folders Each e-mail service account has its own folder hierarchy with five default folders: Inbox, Outbox, Deleted Items, Drafts and Sent Items. The messages you receive and send through the mail service are stored in these folders. You can also create additional folders within each hierarchy.

  • Page 49: 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. NOTE: Depending on the continuing developments of the product, the software supplied with the device 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 50: Synchronizing Data

    Copy (rather than synchronize) files between your Pocket PC and desktop computer. Add and remove programs on your Pocket PC. Pass through your desk top computer to a network or the Internet. Synchronizing Data Once you have created a synchronization relationship and completed the first synchronization, you can initiate synchronization from you r Pocket PC.

  • Page 51: 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. to switch to the program.

  • Page 52: Creating A Document

    Creating a Document NOTE: To open a template rather than a blank document, select a template for new documents. Tap Menu Options and select the desired template. When you tap New, the template appears with appropriate text and formatting already provided. 1.

  • Page 53: 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 54: Opening A Workbook

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

  • Page 55: Windows Live Messenger

    If the presentation is set up as a timed slide show, slides will advance automatically. NOTE: For more information, tap Help. 5.5 Windows Live Messenger Windows Live Messenger provides practically instant access to your up-to-date MSN Hotmail Inbox, your Messenger Contacts list, and options for customizing your Messenger experience.

  • Page 56: Signing In To Windows Live

    Signing in to Windows Live 1. Tap to switch to the program. Programs Messenger 2. Tap to continue. Follow the instruction to sign in to Windows Live. Sign in 3. Enter your Windows Live e-mail address and password, and tap Next 4.
  • Page 57 6. The system will start synchronizing the Windows Live data. Once it is finished, the Windows Live status will be displayed on the Today screen. 7. You can tap to switch to the MSN Hotmail inbox, MSN Messenger or Windows Live Sync. To access to the MSN Hotmail inbox, tap to switch to the Hotmail service and tap the inbox area.

  • Page 58: Using Internet Explorer Mobile

    To sign out the Messenger service, tap Menu Sign out To synchronize the Windows Live data, tap to switch to the Synchronization service and tap the Sync area again. 8. To sign out Windows Live, tap the Windows Live Status on the Today screen.

  • Page 59: Browsing The Internet

    Browsing the Internet 1. Tap Internet Explorer 2. Tap the soft key to display the Favorites list. Favorites Tap to access the web site. Tap to add or delete a link. 3. Tap the page that you want to view. NOTE: If a favorite link is dimmed or you receive a message that the page is not available, you must download the page to your device through synchronization or connect to the Internet.

  • Page 60: Windows Media Player For Pocket Pc

    Synchronize a Favorite Link You can synchronize the Internet Explorer favorites on your desktop computer with your Pocket PC so you can use them with Internet Explorer Mobile as well. 1. In ActiveSync on your desktop computer, click Tools Options Favorite and click 2.

  • Page 61: Pictures & Videos

    Use Microsoft Windows Media Player on your desktop computer to copy digital audio and video files to your Pocket PC. NOTE: For more information, tap Help. 5.8 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.

  • Page 62: Quick Gps Position

    5.9 Quick GPS Position Updating the satellite calibration data (ephemeris) file is helpful for quick GPS positioning when using the optional navigation program. You can update the satellite calibration data from the GPS module manufacturer’s server using Quick GPS Position. 1.

  • Page 63: Ecalc

    5.10 eCalc eCalc provides three modes: Calculator, Currency, and Metrology. You can use these modes to perform basic arithmetic and convert currency and measure. to switch to the program. Programs eCalc You will see the calculator screen. To switch to another mode, tap one of the buttons at the top right corner of the screen.
  • Page 64 Before performing the currency conversion, you can edit the exchange rate to the most up-to-date one. Tap the button on the currency screen. Enter the 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 65: 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. 6.1 Connection Settings Your Pocket PC has two groups of connection settings: “My ISP” and “My Work Network.”...

  • Page 66: Ethernet/Wireless Network Card Connection

    Ethernet/Wireless Network Card Connection Use a network card (Ethernet/Wireless) to connect directly to a network without physical cables. Insert a network card and you can create a connection. Before creating the connection, you need to: Have a network card (SDIO card) that is compatible with the device. (For driver and installation procedures, see the documentation supplied with the product.) Obtain the following information from your network administrator: user...

  • Page 67: Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    Troubleshooting and Troubleshooting and Maintenance Maintenance This chapter gives solutions to common Pocket PC problems you may encou nter. 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 68: Restoring The Factory Default State

    3. Your Pocket PC turns on. 7.2 Restoring the Factory Default State In some cases, you may need to restore your Pocket PC to the factory default state by clearing the memory (RAM) from your Pocket PC. For exa mple, you should clear the memory: When your Pocket PC does not respond after being reset.

  • Page 69: Troubleshooting

    7.3 Troubleshooting 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 charger to your Pocket PC and to external AC power. Then, turn on your Pocket PC.

  • Page 70: Screen Problems

    Stop programs you are not currently using. In most cases, programs automatically stop to free needed memory. However, in some situations, such as when confirmation dialog boxes are waiting for a user response, the program may not be able to automatically stop. To check the state of your active programs, tap Settings System...

  • Page 71: Connection Problems

    Screen responds slowly Make sure that your Pocket PC is not running out of battery power or running many active programs. If the problem still exists, reset your Pocket PC as described in Section 7.1. Screen freezes Reset your Pocket PC as described in Section 7.1. Inaccurate response to stylus taps Realign the touch screen.
  • Page 72 Reset your Pocket PC before connecting the cable. (See Section 7.1.) Always disconnect your Pocket PC before you restart your desktop computer. Connect only one Pocket PC or personal digital assistant to your desktop computer at a time. Network Connection Problems Make sure that you have added necessary server information.

  • Page 73: Taking Care Of Your Pocket Pc

    7.4 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 74: 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 charger with you. Use the AC charger as the power source and as a battery-recharger.

  • Page 75: 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. 8.1 Regulations Statements European Notice Products with the CE marking comply with Radio &...

  • Page 76: Safety Precautions

    The manufacturer cannot be held resp onsible for modifications made by the User and th consequences thereof, which may alter the conformity of the product wi the CE Marking. Safety Precautions Prolonged listenin g of music in maximum volume can damage the ears. The use of headphones other than those recommended/supplied can cause hearing impairment due to excessive sound pressu About Charging...

  • Page 77: About The Battery

    About the Battery a specified charger approved by the manufacturer. o 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.

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