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  • Page 1 using your Treo ™ smartphone by palmOne Includes setup information and instructions for most tasks...

  • Page 2: Disclaimer And Limitation Of Liability

    Copyright Copyright © 2004 palmOne, Inc. All rights reserved. palmOne, Treo, the palmOne and Treo logos, Blazer, Palm, Palm OS, HotSync, Graffiti, and Palm Powered are among the trademarks or registered trademarks owned by or licensed to palmOne, Inc. or its subsidiaries. This product contains ACCESS Co., Ltd. ’ s NetFront 3.0 Internet browser software. ©...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Welcome If you read nothing else... read this now: getting started What you’ll need Treo overview Charging the battery Turning Treo on and off Making your first call 17 first day: learning the basics Moving around the Treo™ screen Using the keyboard Launching applications Setting up your computer...
  • Page 4 Applications Launcher settings Button settings Date and time settings General Preferences Locking your phone and data 137 if something happens: help Upgrading from another Palm Powered™ device Trouble installing Palm Desktop? 2 :: Contents Resetting your Treo Screen Network connection...

  • Page 5: Welcome

    * Requires service contract with Verizon ** There are two models of Treo 600 available through Verizon: one comes with a camera and the other does not come with a camera. The packaging for your Treo 600 identifies whether a camera is included.

  • Page 6: If You Read Nothing Else

    First Two Weeks: Using Organizer Features Your Treo is not just a phone. It also includes a full- featured Palm Powered organizer that gives you instant access to your Calendar, To Do List, Memo Pad, CityTime, Calculator, and more. First Month: Managing Applications Learn how to add or delete extra applications and use an expansion card with your Treo.

  • Page 7: Read This Now

    read this now: getting started read this now: getting started :: 5...

  • Page 8: What You'll Need

    What you’ll need As you work through the instructions in this guide, you’ll need all the items that came in the Treo™ 600 smartphone box (see page 7) as well as the following: • an activated Verizon Wireless account with data services* •...

  • Page 9: Treo Overview

    • USB HotSync cable • headset Documentation and software • Treo 600 Quick Reference Guide • Treo 600 Manual In Motion CD • Using Your Treo (this book) • Synchronization software CD You can purchase a separate serial HotSync cable and other accessories.
  • Page 10 Treo handset features The following illustrations show the locations and names of the physical features of the Treo. Refer back to these illustrations while following the instructions in this guide. A. Antenna B. Wireless Mode button C. Infrared (IR) port 8 :: Treo overview D.
  • Page 11 A. Phone receiver B. LED (Wireless Mode and charge indicator) C. Volume buttons D. Phone E. Calendar Headset jack G. HotSync and power supply connector H. Microphone Screen on/off button K. 5-way navigation control Be careful not to scratch or crush your Treo’s touchscreen.
  • Page 12 * There are two models of Treo 600 available through Verizon: one comes with a camera and the other does not come with a camera. The packaging for your Treo 600 identifies whether a camera is included.

  • Page 13: Charging The Battery

    Charging the battery Before using your Treo, you need to fully charge the battery. Your phone may not turn on at all when you first remove it from the box. We recommend that you charge your phone for three hours or until the LED is solid green. 1.
  • Page 14 After you turn on your Treo, the onscreen battery gauge displays power status: • Full battery icon : Battery is charged • Partial battery icon : Battery has some power and is not charging • Empty battery icon : Battery needs charging immediately •...

  • Page 15: Turning Treo On And Off

    When Wireless Mode is off, your Treo is not connected to the Verizon network. You can still use the organizer and other Palm OS features. This is ideal for airplane flights and for maximizing battery life.

  • Page 16: Making Your First Call

    Making your first call We recommend that you charge your Treo for a full three hours (or until the LED is solid green) before using it for the first time. 1. Press Phone If No Service appears in the 2. If a Setup screen appears, follow the instructions to select a language and upper left, you are out of a calibrate the screen.

  • Page 17: Adjusting Call Volume

    Adjusting call volume While a call is in progress, press the volume buttons on the side of your Treo to adjust call volume. What’s my number? 1. Make sure Wireless Mode is on (see page 13). 2. Press Phone 3. Press Menu 4.
  • Page 18 16 :: Making your first call...

  • Page 19: First Day

    first day: learning the basics first day: learning the basics :: 17...

  • Page 20: Moving Around The Treo™ Screen

    Moving around the Treo™ screen To move around the Treo™ 600 smartphone screen, you can use the 5-way navigation control, or tap items on the screen with the stylus. Once you’ve used your Treo for a while, you’ll find your own favorite way to scroll, highlight, and select menu commands. Some third-party The 5-way navigation control includes Right, Left, Up, Down, and Center buttons.

  • Page 21: Highlighting Items

    • Tap an onscreen scroll arrow: • Press Option and Up within the current record. • When inside a text field, press Up • Drag the slider of an onscreen scroll bar. Highlighting items The 5-way navigation control lets you highlight items before launching or selecting them.

  • Page 22: Choosing Or Activating Items

    You can also use the stylus to highlight text on the screen. Highlighted text appears in reverse type. • Drag the stylus across the text you want to highlight. • Double-tap a word to highlight it. • Triple-tap a line of text to highlight it. Accessing command buttons Command buttons, such as New, OK, and Details appear at the bottom of the screen.

  • Page 23: Selecting Menu Items

    Selecting menu items Many applications have menus to provide access to additional features. These menus are usually hidden from view, but they appear when you press Menu most out of your Treo, it’s a good idea to familiarize yourself with the additional features available through the various application menus.

  • Page 24: Choosing Options In A Pick List

    Choosing options in a pick list A range of options is often presented in a type of menu called a pick list, which can be identified by a downward-pointing arrow. Pick lists are different from the application menus described above. To choose from a pick list, do one of the following: •...

  • Page 25: Using The Keyboard

    Using the keyboard A. Option B. Shift/Find C. Alt D. Space E. Applications Launcher Menu G. Return H. Backspace Using the keyboard backlight • To turn on the backlight, press Option in bright sunlight. • The backlight turns off if the keyboard is not in use. , then .

  • Page 26: Entering Lowercase And Uppercase Letters

    Entering lowercase and uppercase letters • To type lowercase letters, press the desired keys. • To type an uppercase letter, press Shift hold down Shift while typing a letter. • To turn Caps Lock on, press Shift Shift In many applications you can view a list of all the alternate characters.

  • Page 27: Symbols And Accented Characters

    Symbols and accented characters Type... then press Alt to choose... á à ä â ã å æ Á À Ä Â Ã Å Æ b or B ß ç ¢ © ^ ˆ Ç ¢ © ^ ˆ † ‡ †...

  • Page 28: Launching Applications

    Launching applications Each of the three application buttons on the front of the Treo can be used to launch two applications. To access a button’s primary application, simply press the button. To access a button’s secondary application, press Option You can also customize the button.
  • Page 29 Primary application Secondary application Phone Calendar Screen (on/off) ® In Palm OS , you access all available applications through a screen called the Applications Launcher: 1. Press Applications Launcher 2. Use the 5-way navigation control to highlight the application you want to use.

  • Page 30: Setting Up Your Computer

    Synchronization lets you enter information on your computer (using Palm Microsoft Outlook for Windows) and then efficiently transfer that information to your Treo. At the same time, changes you make on your Treo are transferred to Palm Desktop IMPORTANT: If you’re or Microsoft Outlook.
  • Page 31 Connecting your Treo to your computer 1. Plug the AC charger into a wall outlet. If necessary connect an adapter. 2. Connect the charger to the short end of the HotSync cable. Be sure to match the sides of the connectors labeled UP. 3.
  • Page 32 3. Follow the onscreen instructions of the installation program. Click Install Now to you to install new software. install Palm Desktop software. Please note these important points about the Contact your company’s IT installation process: department for help.

  • Page 33: Synchronizing Contacts And Other Personal Data

    Before you can synchronize your contacts and other personal data, you must install Palm Desktop software from the CD that came with your Treo. See page 30 for instructions. 1. Connect your Treo to your computer as described on page 29.

  • Page 34: Battery Life

    However, if you spend a lot of charge and synchronize time using games, media players, eBooks, or other Palm OS applications, keep an your Treo every day, eye on the battery level and charge when necessary.
  • Page 35 • As with any mobile phone, if you are in an area with no wireless coverage, your Treo continuously searches for a signal, which consumes power. If you cannot move to an area of better coverage, temporarily turn off Wireless Mode to conserve battery power.

  • Page 36: Where To Learn More

    If you need more information • Books: Many books on Palm Powered devices are available in local or online book retailers (look in the computers section). • Online forums: Consult online Treo user discussion groups to swap information and learn about areas you may find nowhere else.

  • Page 37: First Week

    first week: using phone, web, and messaging first week: using phone, web, and messaging :: 35...

  • Page 38: Phone Overview

    Phone overview The Phone application lets you make and receive calls, store information about your contacts, and store Favorites for contacting people and launching applications. Be sure you know how to turn on Wireless Mode before reading this section (see page 13).

  • Page 39: Network Name

    You can use the icons at the top of the Phone screen to monitor the status of these items: Network name Displays Verizon Wireless when Wireless Mode is on and you are in a Verizon coverage area. If you are outside a Verizon coverage area, No Service or Roaming appears instead.

  • Page 40: Dialing Calls

    Dialing calls Your Treo offers several options for making phone calls. As you become more familiar with your Treo, you’ll discover which method you prefer. For more information Dialing with the keyboard (address, company, etc.) about a person in your 1.

  • Page 41: Dialing With A Favorites Button

    Dialing with a Favorites button Before you can use Favorites buttons, you must create some Favorites entries. See page 51. 1. Press Phone 2. Use the 5-way navigation control to access your Favorites buttons. 3. Highlight the desired button. 4. Press Center to dial the selected button. Dialing with the onscreen Dial Pad 1.

  • Page 42: Redialing The Last Number You Called

    Dialing from a web page or text message Treo recognizes most phone numbers that appear in web pages or text messages. 1. Use the 5-way navigation control to highlight the phone number you want to dial. 2. Press Center to dial. If you can’t highlight and dial a phone number on a web page or in a text...

  • Page 43: Receiving Calls

    Receiving calls To receive calls, Wireless Mode must be on. This is different from having just the screen turned on (see page 13). To answer a call, do one of the following: • Using the 5-way navigation control, choose the onscreen Answer button. •...

  • Page 44: Using Voicemail

    Using voicemail Setting up voicemail If you subscribe to voicemail services, you are prompted to enter a password the first time you call voicemail. 1. Turn on Wireless Mode, as described on page 13. 2. Press Phone 3. Use the 5-way navigation control to access Favorites. 4.

  • Page 45: Retrieving Voicemail Messages

    Voicemail notification When you have new voicemail, you are notified with an alert that indicates the number of messages you have waiting. A voicemail icon your screen. Retrieving voicemail messages If the Voicemail alert is on your screen, you can choose that button to hear your message(s).

  • Page 46: Managing Active Calls

    Managing active calls When you make or receive a call, the Active Call view appears. Use the 5-way navigation control to access the onscreen buttons in this view: • Hang Up All (or pressing Backspace Press Phone repeatedly to toggle between the Active press the headset button (if the headset is attached).

  • Page 47: More Ways To Manage Calls

    More ways to manage calls Treo offers many advanced telephone features, including call waiting and conference calling. Making a second call You can make a second call while your first call is still active. 1. After dialing the first number, use the 5-way navigation control to choose Hold. 2.

  • Page 48: Answering A Second Call (Call Waiting)

    Answering a second call (call waiting) When you are on an active call, you can receive a second call. When the second call comes in, the Call Waiting dialog appears, giving you the following options for handling the second call: •...

  • Page 49: Viewing Minutes Usage

    Viewing minutes usage 1. Press Phone 2. Press Menu 3. From the Views menu, choose Call Log (/Y). 4. Choose Totals. 5. (Optional.) To reset the counters to zero, choose Reset Counters. 6. Choose Done. Using voice dialing You can place calls by saying a name if you subscribe to Verizon’s Voice Gear service. Additional charges may apply.
  • Page 50 When Voice Privacy is on, a icon appears to the right of the current time. If Voice Privacy is supported by the network, a icon also appears on the Active Call screen. When Location On is on, the Location icon appears with transmission lines.

  • Page 51: Managing Contacts

    Managing contacts Contacts is a view in the Phone application. If you are familiar with Palm Powered™ devices, you may recognize that Contacts is similar to the Address Book application on previous devices. Adding a contact 1. Press Phone 2. Use the 5-way navigation control to access the Contacts list.

  • Page 52: Viewing Or Changing Contact Information

    2. While still in Contact Edit view, press Menu 3. From the Record menu, choose Select Business Card. 4. Now you can beam your business card to other Palm OS or Contacts view in the Phone application, press Menu menu, choose Beam Business Card (/M).

  • Page 53: Defining Favorites Buttons

    Defining Favorites buttons Treo provides 50 programmable Favorites buttons for quick access to the following common tasks: • Dialing a phone number (speed dial) • Launching an application • Accessing a web page • Addressing a text message • Accessing voicemail (preset on Treo) You can assign a Quick Key to a Favorites button.

  • Page 54: Creating A Speed Dial Favorites Button

    Creating a speed dial Favorites button 1. Press Phone 2. Use the 5-way navigation control to access your Favorites buttons. 3. Choose a blank button. 4. Choose the Type pick list, then select Speed Dial. 5. Enter a label and phone number for the Favorite by doing one of the following: To see all the contact •...

  • Page 55: Editing Or Deleting An Existing Favorites Button

    Creating an application, message, or web link Favorites button 1. Press Phone 2. Use the 5-way navigation control to access your Favorites buttons. 3. Choose a blank button. 4. Choose the Type pick list, then select Application, Message, or Web Link. 5.

  • Page 56: Using A Phone Headset

    Treo is • You can press the headset button to perform any of the following tasks: not compatible with the Treo 600. • answer an incoming call • answer a call-waiting call • join two calls in a three-way conference •...

  • Page 57: Browsing The Web

    Browsing the web ® Blazer Web Browser provides quick and easy access to web pages right on your Treo. You can view the regular sites you use today, including those with security and advanced features like JavaScript and frames. To browse the web, you must activate data services from Verizon.

  • Page 58: Navigating In Optimized Mode

    Navigating in Optimized Mode Blazer uses a patent-pending technology to optimize web pages for your Treo. By default, the browser reformats web pages into one column on your screen. This way, you can see most content without scrolling left or right. •...

  • Page 59: Saving A Page

    3. From the Page menu, choose Add Bookmark (/A). 4. If desired, change the Name and Description. 5. Choose OK. Saving a page Blazer lets you save a page for offline viewing, so you don’t need an Internet connection to view it later. 1.

  • Page 60: Viewing Bookmarks Or Saved Pages

    Viewing bookmarks or saved pages Bookmarks and saved pages both appear in Bookmark view. Saved pages are indicated by a small triangle in the upper-right corner of the bookmark. 1. Choose the Bookmarks view icon 2. Choose the bookmark or saved page you want to view. Tap and hold the back or forward buttons to pop up a list of sites you’ve visited.

  • Page 61: Downloading Files From A Web Page

    Arranging bookmarks and saved pages Blazer includes 10 pages for arranging bookmarks and saved pages by topic. For example, you can store travel links on one page, stock links on another, and business links on a third page. 1. From the Bookmarks view, press Menu 2.

  • Page 62: Using The History List

    Navigating web sites with split pages (Frames) Some web sites split their pages into separate areas, each with their own scroll bars. You can navigate these sites more easily by “zooming in” on one of the separate areas. To do this: 1.

  • Page 63: Customizing Your Blazer Web Browser Settings

    Finding text on a web page 1. From the Page view, press Menu 2. From the Page menu, choose Find Text on Page. 3. Type the text you want to find. 4. Check or uncheck the Wrap Search box to indicate whether you want the search to wrap from the end of the page to the beginning when the end is reached.
  • Page 64 4. Choose Advanced and set any of the following preferences: • Set limit on memory for storing recently viewed pages (cache): Sets the • Memory Management: Enables you to free up memory on your phone by • Set Proxy: Sets up a proxy server to access the Internet. If your connection •...

  • Page 65: Working With Pictures

    There are two models of Treo 600 available through Verizon: one comes with a camera and the other does not come with a camera. The packaging for your Treo 600 identifies whether a camera is included. If your Treo 600 does not include a camera, then the section in this chapter about taking pictures does not apply to you.

  • Page 66: Viewing A Picture

    To view other full-size pictures, choose Prev or Next. Viewing a picture You cannot send 1. Choose the Pictures view icon copyrighted pictures that 2. Choose the picture you want to view. appear with a lock icon in 3. Choose Done. the Pictures view.

  • Page 67: Moving Pictures

    Moving pictures 1. From the Pictures view, choose the picture you want to move. 2. Press Menu 3. From the Picture menu, choose Move (/M). 4. Choose the category or expansion card where you want to move the picture. 5. Choose Move to finish. Deleting a picture 1.
  • Page 68 Customizing your Pictures settings 1. From any view in the Pictures application, press Menu 2. From the Options menu, choose Preferences. 3. Set any of the following preferences: • Default name*: Names a series of pictures to be captured, such as Seattle001, •...
  • Page 69 You can view these pictures in JPEG format, or email them to friends using your desktop email application. 1. Locate your Pictures folder. This is most likely at C:\Program Files\palmOne\Treo Pictures\(user name) or if you upgraded from another Palm Powered device, at C:\Program Files\Palm\Treo Pictures\(user name) or C:\Program Files\Handspring\Treo Pictures\(user name).

  • Page 70: Creating And Sending A Message

    Text messages are brief notes that you exchange with other mobile phones that have text messaging capability (also known as short messaging or SMS). Messages must be 160 characters or less. Refer to your service plan for per-message pricing. When entering a message, you can insert emotive Creating and sending a message symbols by choosing...

  • Page 71: Receiving Messages

    Receiving messages When your phone is on and in an area of wireless coverage, you will automatically receive text messages sent to you. You can configure your Treo to automatically notify you when new text messages arrive, using a ringtone and vibration or simply an onscreen alert.

  • Page 72: Using Links In Messages

    Using links in messages When you receive a text message that contains a telephone number, email address, or URL, you can dial the number, send an email message, or go to the web page immediately. 1. Choose a message from the list. 2.

  • Page 73: Chatting With Sms

    In list view you can rearrange the messages in any folder using the Sort command. 1. From list view, press Menu 2. From the View menu, choose Sort by Name or Sort by Date. In list view you can delete several messages at once from any folder using the Purge command.

  • Page 74: Customizing Your Sms Settings

    The Timestamp pick list doesn’t have a label, so the current choice appears 1. From the Inbox, choose a chat. next to the pick list arrow. 2. Type your message. 3. Choose Send. Customizing your SMS settings 1. Press Menu 2.
  • Page 75 • Display my name in chat window as: Enter the name you want displayed as the label for your messages in the Chat screen. • Label Color: Select the color in which you want messages to appear. • Use color for: Indicate whether you want to view both the message label and message in a different color, or only the name.

  • Page 76: Mms

    Multimedia messages contain one or more pages of pictures and sounds as well as text. Even if your phone does not include a camera, you can still receive and view pictures. You can include any of the following items in your message: Before you use your Treo to send or receive multimedia •...
  • Page 77 6. From the MMS list view, choose New. 7. If the recipient is in your Contacts list, choose the To pick list, then select Address Book Lookup. Otherwise, type the number of a phone that supports multimedia messaging, or an email address or alias. 8.

  • Page 78: Receiving Multimedia Messages

    Receiving multimedia messages You can automatically download new messages or have Treo notify you that a message is ready to download. In either case, an alert appears when you have a new message. • From the alert: • To view your message(s), choose Go To. •...
  • Page 79 Viewing/playing a multimedia message 1. From the Inbox, choose the message you want to view. 2. If there are sounds or multiple pages, playback will begin immediately. 3. Use the onscreen controls to scroll to other pages and messages. • To play or save a sound, choose the Sound icon sounds later by pressing Applications Launcher •...
  • Page 80 Managing multimedia messages You can rearrange messages in any folder using the Sort command. 1. From list view, press Menu 2. From the View menu, choose Sort by Name or Sort by Date. In list view you can delete several messages at once from any folder using the Purge command.
  • Page 81 4. Choose OK. MMS :: 79...
  • Page 82 80 :: MMS...

  • Page 83: First Two Weeks

    first two weeks: using organizer features first two weeks: using organizer features :: 81...

  • Page 84: Displaying Your Calendar

    • Press Calendar If you have several appointments to enter, it’s more efficient to use ® Palm Desktop software • Use the 5-way navigation control to move to another day, week, or month or Microsoft Outlook on (depending on the current view).

  • Page 85: Adding An Alarm Reminder To An Event

    5. Choose OK. 6. Type a description for the event. Adding an alarm reminder to an event 1. In Calendar, highlight the event. 2. Choose Details. 3. Check the Alarm box and choose the number of minutes, hours, or days before the event you would like to receive the alarm.

  • Page 86: Creating An Untimed Event

    Creating an untimed event An untimed event, such as a birthday or anniversary, does not occur at a particular time. 1. Press Calendar 2. Press Left 3. Make sure nothing is highlighted. To enter a birthday or 4. Type a description for the event. anniversary, create an untimed event.

  • Page 87: Customizing General Preferences For Your Calendar

    5. If the event has an ending date, choose the End on pick list, then select Choose Date, and select the ending date. 6. Choose OK. Customizing general preferences for your calendar 1. Press Menu 2. From the Options menu, choose Preferences (/R). 3.
  • Page 88 • Button Views: The views that appear when you press Calendar • Display Options: Your choices for different Calendar view options: 4. Choose OK to close the Display options dialog. 5. Choose OK. 86 :: Calendar By default, you see Day and Month Views, but you can also see Week, Week with Text, Year, and Daily Journal Views.

  • Page 89: Customizing To Do List Preferences For Your Calendar

    Customizing To Do List preferences for your calendar You can display To Do items in your calendar to keep on top of your tasks. 1. Press Calendar until you are in Day view. 2. Press Menu 3. From the Options menu, choose To Do Preferences. 4.

  • Page 90: To Do List

    To Do List You can use To Do List as a reminder of tasks you need to complete and to keep a record of complete tasks. You can set To Do List to Adding a To Do item record the date that you completed the To Do item, 1.

  • Page 91: Setting Item Priority, Due Date, And Other Details

    Setting item priority, due date, and other details The Details dialog enables you to assign a priority level, due date, category, privacy flag, and note to each item. 1. Highlight the item to which you want to assign details. 2. Choose Details. 3.

  • Page 92: Checking Off A To Do Item

    Checking off a To Do item 1. Choose the item you want to check off. 2. Hold Option Deleting a To Do item 1. Highlight the item you want to delete. To uncheck the selected 2. Press Menu item, hold Option and press 3.
  • Page 93 • Show Due Dates: Displays item due dates, and inserts an exclamation mark next to overdue items. • Show Priorities: Displays the priority setting for each item. • Show Categories: Displays the category for each item. 3. Choose OK. To Do List :: 91...

  • Page 94: Memo Pad

    Memo Pad Memos are a great way to store notes on your Treo. Creating a memo Each Memo Pad item can include 4,096 characters of 1. Press Applications Launcher text. 2. Choose the pick list in the upper-right corner, then select All. 3.

  • Page 95: Citytime

    CityTime The CityTime world clock displays the day and time in your home city and in four other cities around the globe. Whether you’re traveling or at home, it’s easy to keep track of the best time to reach your business associates, friends, and family in faraway places. Setting your Home City The Home City serves as a point of reference for your other city selections.

  • Page 96: Selecting Remote Cities

    Selecting remote cities In addition to your Home City, you can display the day and time for four other cities, called remote cities, anywhere around the globe. 1. Use the stylus to tap a pick list in the lower part of the CityTime screen, then select the city closest to the city you want to display.

  • Page 97: Switching Between Basic And Advanced Calculator Modes

    Calculator Calculator includes a basic calculator, plus an advanced calculator with scientific, financial, and conversion functions. Switching between Basic and Advanced Calculator modes 1. Press Applications Launcher 2. Choose the pick list in the upper-right corner, then select All. 3. Choose the Calculator icon. 4.

  • Page 98: Selecting Functions In Advanced Calculator Mode

    Selecting functions in Advanced Calculator mode 1. Switch to Advanced Calculator mode (see above). 2. Choose the pick list near the upper-left part of the screen, then select the Advanced Calculator function you would like to use: • Math: Advanced mathematical functions such as exponents, roots, and •...
  • Page 99 3. Choose the pick list near the upper-middle of the screen, then select how to display decimal values: • Float (Floating point): Position of decimal point varies according to calculation results. • Fixed(x) (Fixed point): Enter an integer for the number of decimal places to display, then select Fixed(x) to round calculations to that decimal place.

  • Page 100: Name Lookup

    Looking up contacts and other information With the built-in search features on your Treo, you can find information quickly: To access Name Lookup in • Name Lookup: Enables you to dial your Contacts by name. It locates people’s other applications, choose phone numbers when you’re in the Contacts list.

  • Page 101: Using Find

    For example, entering SM displays Smilla Anderson, John Smith, and Sally Martin as shown above. Entering JSM finds only John Smith. 4. Do one of the following: • Highlight the contact name, then press Center to view the contents of the record.
  • Page 102 4. In the search results, choose the text you want to review, or choose Find More to search additional applications. 100 :: Looking up contacts and other information...

  • Page 103: Beaming A Record

    Your Treo is equipped with an IR (infrared) port that lets you beam information to another Palm Powered™ device with an IR port. The IR port is located on the top of your Treo, between the Wireless Mode button and the ringer switch, behind the small dark shield.

  • Page 104: Beaming An Application

    For best results, the path between the two devices must be clear of obstacles, and both devices must be kept stationary. If you have difficulty beaming, shorten the distance and avoid bright sunlight. If you do not choose a Beaming an application category upon receiving a beamed item, the item is Not all applications can be beamed.

  • Page 105: Receiving Beamed Information

    Receiving beamed information 1. Turn on your screen. 2. Point the IR port on your Treo directly at the IR port of the transmitting device to open the Beam Status dialog. 3. When the Beam dialog appears, choose a category for the entry. 4.
  • Page 106 104 :: Beaming information...

  • Page 107: First Month: Managing Applications :: 105

    first month: managing applications first month: managing applications :: 105...

  • Page 108: Installing Applications

    Installing applications from the Internet You can install Palm OS applications, images, and ringtones directly from the Internet, using Blazer installs on your Treo. Remember: Palm OS applications have .prc or .pdb at the end of their file names. 1. Press Applications Launcher 2.

  • Page 109: Installing Applications From A Windows Computer

    6. Perform a HotSync operation to install the application(s) on your Treo. Before you can install an application on your Treo, you need to have ® Palm Desktop software installed on your computer (see page 30). Installing applications :: 107...

  • Page 110: Installing Applications From A Macintosh Computer

    Installing applications from a Macintosh computer 1. On your Macintosh, launch Palm Desktop. 2. From the HotSync menu, choose Install Handheld Files. 3. Select the User Name that corresponds to your Treo phone from the User drop- down menu. 4. Click Add To List.

  • Page 111: Removing Applications

    If you upgraded from a previous version of Palm Desktop software, your backup folder may be located in the Palm folder. Applications deleted from your phone are kept on your computer, in the Archive folder of your user folder.

  • Page 112: Using Application Info

    Using Application Info The Info screens display basic statistics about the applications on your Treo. 1. Press Applications Launcher 2. Press Menu 3. From the App menu, choose Info. 4. At the bottom of the screen, choose the type of information you want to view: •...

  • Page 113: Inserting And Removing Expansion Cards

    MMC cards for reading and writing data. Warranty does not cover damage by Secure Digital (SD) cards that do not meet SD Memory Card Specifications. SD cards that do not meet SD Memory Card Specifications may damage Treo 600. Using expansion cards :: 111...

  • Page 114: Launching Applications On An Expansion Card

    When you insert an expansion card, the card name appears as a 3. Hold your Treo with the screen facing you, and the card with the notch in the lower- category with a card icon right corner next to the stylus. next to the name.

  • Page 115: Copying Applications To An Expansion Card

    7. Choose Copy to finish. Before you copy an application to an expansion card, make sure that it is compatible with Palm OS version 5.2 or higher. Some applications do not work with expansion cards and do not allow you to store...

  • Page 116: Viewing Expansion Card Information

    Viewing expansion card information The Card Info application displays general information about the expansion card that is currently in the expansion slot 1. Press Applications Launcher 2. Choose the pick list in the upper-right corner, then select All. 3. Choose the Card Info icon. Renaming an expansion card If you change the contents of an expansion card, you may want to rename the card to better match its contents.

  • Page 117: When You're Ready: Customizing Your Treo™ :: 115

    when you’re ready: customizing your Treo™ when you’re ready: customizing your Treo™ :: 115...

  • Page 118: Phone Settings

    Phone settings Selecting ringtones and messaging alert tones You can set different tones and volumes for incoming phone calls, Calendar alarms, and MMS and SMS messaging alerts. You can also adjust the ringer volume by pressing 1. Press Applications Launcher the volume buttons when 2.

  • Page 119: Adjusting Call Volume

    • Service Tone: A warning of a service change, such as moving into and out of a mobile network coverage area. • Calendar • Alarm Sound: The tone played the first time your alarm goes off. • Reminder Sound: The tone played if an alarm is not acknowledged and the alarm repeats.

  • Page 120: Assigning A Caller Id Picture And Ringtone

    Assigning a caller ID picture and ringtone 1. Press Phone 2. Press Up 3. Highlight the Favorites button you want to give a picture caller ID. 4. Press Menu 5. From the Edit menu, choose Edit Favorites Button (/E). If you prefer to use the 6.

  • Page 121: Choosing Wallpaper For The Phone Screen

    Choosing wallpaper for the Phone screen If you have images stored on your Treo, you can select different wallpaper for the Main view in the Phone application. 1. Press Phone 2. Press Menu 3. From the Options menu, choose Display Preferences. 4.

  • Page 122: System Sound Settings

    System Sound settings You can immediately silence all sounds on your Treo, including phone ringtones, Calendar alerts, and system sounds. This does not mute the speaker on your Treo during a phone call. If the ringer switch is set to 1.

  • Page 123: Display And Appearance

    Display and appearance Turning the keyboard backlight on and off • To turn the keyboard backlight on, press Option illuminates the keys, and the screen dims slightly. • To turn the keyboard backlight off, press Option Adjusting the contrast and brightness Depending on the lighting conditions where you’re using your Treo, you may need to adjust the screen contrast and brightness.

  • Page 124: Changing The System Color Scheme

    Changing the screen font You can change the font in Calendar, Contacts, Memo Pad, SMS, and To Do List. 1. Launch the application in which you want to change the font. 2. Press Menu 3. From the Options menu, choose Font (/F). 4.

  • Page 125: Applications Launcher Settings

    Applications Launcher settings Arranging applications by category You can assign an application to a category and then display a specific category of applications in the Applications Launcher. 1. Press Applications Launcher 2. Press Menu 3. From the App menu, choose Category (/Y). 4.

  • Page 126: Button Settings

    Button settings Buttons Preferences You can use Buttons Preferences to choose which applications are associated with the buttons on your Treo. You can also pick an application to launch from 1. Press Applications Launcher ® the HotSync button on 2. Choose the pick list in the upper-right corner, then select All. the cable.

  • Page 127: Setting Default Applications

    Setting default applications Some applications look for other applications to handle data (for example, a mail application might launch a browser when you choose a link in an email message). 1. Press Applications Launcher 2. Choose the pick list in the upper right corner, then select All. 3.

  • Page 128: Date And Time Settings

    Date and time settings Setting the date and time You can use Date & Time Preferences to set the time, date, time zone, and daylight savings setting for your Treo. By default, your phone synchronizes the date and time with the Verizon network when Wireless Mode is on and you’re inside a coverage area. To manually set the date and time, follow these steps: 1.

  • Page 129: Setting Date And Time Formats

    Setting date and time formats You can use Formats Preferences to choose number conventions based on geographic regions. For example, in the United Kingdom, time is expressed using a 24-hour clock. In the United States, time is expressed using a 12-hour clock with an AM or PM suffix.

  • Page 130: General Preferences

    General Preferences You can use General Preferences to set the auto shutoff interval, the beam receive feature, sounds, and screen colors for your Treo. 1. Press Applications Launcher The Auto-off setting 2. Choose the pick list in the upper-right corner, then select All. conserves battery power by turning off your phone’s 3.

  • Page 131: Locking Your Phone And Data

    Locking your phone and data Your Treo includes several features that help you protect your phone from inadvertent use and keep your data private. The built-in security software enables you to use your Treo for emergency calls even if the handset is locked. •...

  • Page 132: Auto-Keyguard And Touchscreen Lockout

    Keyguard Your Treo includes a feature that locks the keyboard, so that screen items and buttons aren’t accidentally pressed while the phone is in a pocket or bag. 1. With the Treo screen on, press Option Keyguard. 2. To disable Keyguard, press Center. To change your password, choose the Password box, Auto-Keyguard and touchscreen lockout...

  • Page 133: Phone Lock

    Phone Lock You can lock your phone to prevent unauthorized use of your mobile account. When your phone is locked, you must enter the correct Lock Code to make calls. You can, however, still place emergency calls when you phone is locked, and you can also receive calls.

  • Page 134: System Password Lock

    System password lock You can protect your personal information by locking the system so that a password is required to access any data or use other features of your Treo. 1. Press Applications Launcher 2. Choose the pick list in the upper-right corner, then select All. 3.

  • Page 135: Setting Owner Preferences

    Setting Owner Preferences You can use Owner Preferences to record information such as your name, company name, and phone number. If you lock your keyboard, the Owner Preferences information appears on the screen that requests your password to unlock it, and you must also enter your password to change the Owner Preferences information.

  • Page 136: Hiding Or Masking All Private Records

    Private records In most applications you can mark individual entries as private. All private entries remain visible and accessible until you select the Security setting to hide or mask them. When you hide entries, they do not appear anywhere in the application. When you mask entries, a visual placeholder appears in place of the entry.

  • Page 137: Viewing All Private Records

    Viewing all private records 1. Make sure the records you want to mask are marked private. 2. Press Applications Launcher 3. Choose the pick list in the upper-right corner, then select All. 4. Choose the Security icon. 5. Choose the Current Privacy pick list, then select Show Records. 6.

  • Page 138: Security And Palm ® Desktop (Windows)

    Palm Desktop for Windows observes the security password for your Treo. If you forget your Treo password, you cannot view your data in Palm Desktop. You can change your password, but all records marked as Private will be deleted. You can restore these records at the next HotSync operation.

  • Page 139: If Something Happens

    if something happens: help if something happens: help :: 137...

  • Page 140: Upgrading From Another Palm Powered™ Device

    3. Some third-party applications may be quarantined by HotSync Manager because they are not compatible with the Palm OS install any quarantined files (see the documentation that came with the third-party applications for more information).
  • Page 141 • Applications Launcher: Some previous Palm Powered™ devices called this the Home screen. To access this screen, press Applications Launcher • Find: Some previous Palm Powered devices launched this global search engine by tapping the magnifying glass icon in the Graffiti...

  • Page 142: Trouble Installing Palm Desktop

    2. Quit any active applications, including virus scanners and Internet security applications. 3. Make sure you’re installing the version of Palm Desktop software that came on the CD with your Treo. Other versions of Palm Desktop software may not work with this Treo.

  • Page 143: System Reset

    Resetting your Treo Soft reset A soft reset is similar to restarting a computer. If your Treo is not responding or you have trouble synchronizing with your computer, a soft reset may help. Unless your battery is extremely low, a soft reset should not affect your data. 1.

  • Page 144: Hard Reset

    1. Unscrew the stylus tip to access the reset tool. 2. While holding the Wireless Mode button reset button on the back of your Treo. 3. When the Palm Powered logo appears, release the Wireless Mode button 4. When the warning appears, press Up 5.

  • Page 145: The Screen Appears Blank

    Screen The screen appears blank 1. Look closely at the screen. If you can see a dim image, try adjusting the screen contrast and brightness (see page 121). 2. If adjusting the contrast and brightness doesn’t resolve the problem, perform a soft reset (see page 141).

  • Page 146: Signal Strength Is Weak

    Network connection Signal strength is weak 1. If standing, move about 10 feet in any direction. 2. If you are in a building, move near a window. Open any metal blinds. Become familiar with low 3. If you are in a building, move outdoors or to a more open area. coverage areas where you live, commute, work, and 4.

  • Page 147: Wireless Mode Seems To Turn Off By Itself

    I can’t tell if data services are available • The following icons indicate data services: You are in a coverage area where data services are available, but it does not indicate whether you are connected to a data network. This icon appears in the Main view of the Phone application (near the top of the screen).

  • Page 148: I Can't Send Or Receive Text Or Multimedia Messages

    • For additional suggestions, see www.palmOne.com/support. • Contact Verizon to verify that your subscription plan includes high-speed data services and that these services have been correctly activated. Verizon should also be able to tell you if there are any outages in your location. Confirm your user name and password.

  • Page 149: Synchronization (Hotsync)

    Local USB is checked. If you don’t see the HotSync Manager icon, click Start, select Programs, select palmOne and then select HotSync Manager. • Macintosh: Find the Palm folder on your Mac hard drive. Double-click the HotSync Manager icon set the Local Setup Port to palmOne USB.

  • Page 150: Hotsync Operation Starts But Stops Without Finishing

    Perform a HotSync operation after each of these steps. If the synchronization is successful, you do not need to complete the remaining steps. 1. If you upgraded from a previous Palm Powered device, there may be conflicts with files from your previous device. Locate your Backup folder (Windows: C:\Program Files\Palm\user name or C:\Program Files\Handspring\user name;...

  • Page 151: Hotsync Operation Finishes But Data Does Not Appear Where It Should

    1. Make sure you’re synchronizing with the intended desktop Personal Information Manager (PIM). The CD that came with your Treo lets you synchronize with Palm Desktop or Microsoft Outlook for Windows. If you use a different PIM, you will need to install third-party software to synchronize.

  • Page 152: A Secure Site Refuses To Permit A Transaction

    I can’t access a page • Make sure Wireless Mode is turned on (see page 13) and that the Data Services Treo can launch your email application when you screen). If you do not see this icon, data services are not available in your current choose an email address location and you cannot connect to the Internet.

  • Page 153: Pictures

    Pictures If your Treo 600 does not include a camera, then the information in this section about taking pictures does not apply to you. Here are some tips for taking good pictures if your model includes a camera: • Clean the camera’s lens with a soft, lint-free cloth.

  • Page 154: Getting More Help

    Third-party applications Sometimes, third-party applications can cause conflicts on your Treo. Third-party applications that modify wireless features may require extra troubleshooting. If you recently installed an application and your Treo seems to be stuck, try the following: 1. Perform a soft reset (see page 141). 2.

  • Page 155: Making Room On Your Treo

    Making room on your Treo If you store a large number of records, or install many third-party applications, the internal memory on your Treo may fill up. Here are some common ways to clear space on your Treo: • Pictures: Large size images take up a lot of memory. Move images to an expansion card or delete images from your Treo (see page 67).

  • Page 156: Voice Quality

    Voice quality Is the other person hearing an echo? • Try decreasing the Treo’s volume to avoid coupling or feedback on the other person’s end. This applies to both speakerphone and the built-in handset speaker. • Position the Treo handset closer to your ear to prevent sound leaking back to the microphone.

  • Page 158: Glossary

    : The keyboard button that lets you access the alternative feature that appears above the letter on each key. Palm Desktop: A PIM application for computers that helps you manage your personal information and keep your personal data synchronized with your Treo.
  • Page 159 Palm OS: The operating system of your Treo phone. A trademark of PalmSource, Palm OS is known for its simplicity of use and for the large number of applications that can be added to your Treo. Phone : The application on your Treo that provides quick access to the most commonly used applications on your Treo.

  • Page 160: Fcc

    FCC Statement This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 161 Your Treo 600 is compatible with select TTY devices. You can connect a TTY/TDD machine to your phone through the headset jack, but you cannot use your headset jack with a headset or hands- free kit while this mode is enabled.
  • Page 162 Blackouts and Seizures Blinking lights, such as those experienced with television or playing video games, may cause some people to experience blackout or seizure, even if never experienced before. In the event a Treo user should experience any disorientation, loss of awareness, convulsion, eye or muscle twitching or other involuntary movements, stop use immediately and consult a doctor.
  • Page 163 9. Use your phone to help others in emergencies. Your wireless phone provides you a perfect opportunity to be a “good Samaritan” in your community. If you see an auto accident, crime in progress, or other serious emergency where lives are in danger, call 9-1-1, as you would want others to do for you.
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  • Page 165: Index

    Index Numerics 1X icon 55, 64, 74, 145, 146, 150 24-hour clock 127 5-way navigation control. See under five AC charger 11 accented characters 24, 25 accessing applications 26, 27 common tasks 51 Dial Pad 44 web pages 55, 56 activating application menus 21 keyboard backlight 23...
  • Page 166 troubleshooting third-party 108, 152 viewing statistics about 110 Applications Launcher 27, 112, 123 appointments. See events Archive folder 109 area conversions 96 assistance 34 audio files 41 Auto Lock Handheld setting 132 Auto-Keyguard setting 130 Auto-off setting 33, 128 backing up data 28, 139, 147 backlight 11, 13, 23, 121 Basic Calculator mode 95 basics 4, 6, 34...
  • Page 167 color preferences system 122, 128 text messages 73 command buttons 20 company searches 99 composing. See creating; entering compressed files 106 computers connecting handset to 29 setting up 28–30 conduit software 31 conference calling 46 connections 13, 29, 42, 144 conserving battery power 13, 32, contact name, dialing by 38, 47 contacts...
  • Page 168 Don’t Show Images check box 55 downloading applications 106 files 59 images 59 messages 76, 78 Palm Desktop software 2 downsizing pictures 64 drawings. See images; pictures echoes 154 Edit Bookmarks command 58 Edit Cities command 94 Edit Favorites Button command 53...
  • Page 169 feedback 154 files decompressing 106 downloading 59 financial calculator 95, 96 Find dialog box 99 Find More button 99 finding information 98 owner phone number 15 text 61, 99 5-way control buttons 18 5-way navigation control adding contacts with 49 answering calls from 41 choosing items with 20, 22 dialing with 38...
  • Page 170 106, 107, 108, Palm OS software 106, 140 synchronization software 28, international characters 25 Internet connections 13, 106 invalid characters 68 IR port beaming from 101, 102, 103 location of 8 JPEG files 67, 74 keyboard dialing with 38 locking 130 overview 23–24...
  • Page 171 133 Page View icon 55 paging through web pages 55 paging tool 18 Palm Desktop software 2, 28 Palm OS features 13, 27, 106, 140 Palm Powered devices 149 partial battery icon 12 passwords changing 130 creating 42, 134...
  • Page 172 phone (disabled) 11 Phone application accessing 36 creating business cards with managing calls from 44, 45 managing contacts from 49 monitoring information for 37 Phone button 9, 36 phone calls adjusting volume for 15, 117 battery consumption and 11 defining ringtones for 52, 116 disabling incoming 41 displaying most recent 40 losing 41...
  • Page 173 receiving information 103 multimedia messages 74, 76, phone calls 41 text messages 69 recharging handset 32, 37 recording voice messages 42, 75 recurring events 84 red lightning bolt 12 redialing 40 refreshing web pages 55 Reminder screen 83 reminders 69, 83 See also alerts remote cities 94 removing...
  • Page 174 serial cables 28 short messaging. See SMS messaging; text messages shortcuts 21, 51, 139 Show Due Dates option 90 signal strength 11, 37, 144 signals 33 silencing the ringer 41, 116, 120 silent alarms 83, 120 sit files 106 SMS button 9 SMS messaging 53, 68, 71, 72 Snooze option 69, 76 soft resets 141...
  • Page 175 To Do List checking off items 90 creating 88 displaying items in 87, 88, 90 prioritizing items in 89, 91 removing items 88, 90 setting preferences for 87, 90 touchscreen. See screen transferring data 37, 101 Treo handset additional references for 55 aligning screen for 122 caution for storing 10 charging 11, 32, 37...
  • Page 176 warranty 111 web browsing customizing 61 overview 55 requirements for 3, 6 troubleshooting 145, 150 web links 19, 53, 56, 70 web pages adding bookmarks for 56 clearing cache for 153 copying from 60 dialing from 40 disabling images on 61 displaying 55, 58 downloading applications from navigating through 56, 60...

  • Page 177: Specifications

    5% to 90% RH * There are two models of Treo 600 available through Verizon: one comes with a camera and the other does not come with a camera. The packaging for your Treo 600 identifies whether a camera is included.
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