Audiovox PPC 5050 User Manual
Audiovox PPC 5050 User Manual

Audiovox PPC 5050 User Manual

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  • Page 1 Pocket PC Phone User Manual Copyright Information Microsoft, ActiveSync, Outlook, Pocket Outlook, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft products are licensed to OEMs by Microsoft Licensing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents ...2 Chapter 1: Getting Started ...7 Welcome... 7 Where to Find Information ... 7 Chapter 2: Hardware Features...8 Front Panel Components ... 8 Back Panel Components... 9 Bottom Edge Components ... 10 Accessories ... 10 USB Cradle ... 11 Battery Life ...
  • Page 3 Recording a Message... 30 Creating a recording………………………………………………………………………………………… ... 30 Using My Text………………………………………………………………………………………………..30 Finding and Organizing Information ... 31 Managing Memory ... 32 Viewing memory allocation and availability……………………………………………………………… ... 32 Making available storage memory………………………………………………………………………… ... 32 Customizing Your Pocket PC ... 33 Changing the background………………………………………………………………………………….
  • Page 4 Chapter 5: Getting Connected...63 Connect to the Internet ... 63 Starting a connection………………………………………………………………………………………..63 Setting up an e-mail service…………………………………………………………………………………. 634 Get Help on Connecting…………………………………………………………………………………… ... 65 Chapter 6: Wireless Data Programs...66 Pocket Internet Explorer: Browsing Web and WAP pages... 66 Switching to Pocket Internet Explorer…………………………………………………………………….
  • Page 5 Using the Summary Screen………………………………………………………………………………….. . 86 Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas... 86 Creating a note………………………………………………………………………………………………... 87 Chapter 9: Companion Programs ...88 Pocket Word ... 88 Utilizing typing mode…………………………………………………………………………………………….89 Utilizing writing mode………………………………………………………………………………………..89 Utilizing drawing mode……………………………………………………………………………………... 90 Utilizing recording mode…………………………………………………………………………………… ... 90 Pocket Excel ...
  • Page 6 Cable and Cradle Connection Problems ... 102 Appendix B: Regulatory Notices...103 Regulatory Agency Identification Numbers ... 103 European Union Notice ... 103 Important Safety Information... 104 General Precautions... 109 Safety Precautions for Power Supply Unit ... 110 Appendix D: Hardware Specifications...110 Appendix E: Icons ...111 Phone...
  • Page 7: Chapter 1: Getting Started

    Connecting to and synchronizing with a PC Last-minute updates and detailed technical information Up-to-date information on your Pocket PC Product & technical support information about your Power PC Phone other Audiovox Pocket PC devices. Welcome Finding Information See this source: This User’s Guide and device Help.
  • Page 8: Chapter 2: Hardware Features

    Chapter 2: Hardware Features Your device has hardware buttons, and a stylus for selecting items and entering information. Volume. Press to adjust the volume of your device. Record. Press to record a voice note. Infrared Port. Enables you to exchange file(s) or data with other devices without cables/ wires. GPS Receiver.
  • Page 9: Back Panel Components

    Notification LED: a) Flashing Green (every 3 seconds): CDMA network Signal b) Flashing Green (every second): Notification Alarm Reminder c) Steady Red: Built-in battery empty d) Flashing Red: Low battery e) Steady Amber: Built-in battery charging Steady Green: Built-in battery Fully charged Calendar.
  • Page 10: Bottom Edge Components

    Soft Reset. To reset the device, press the end of your stylus into the hole. Sync Connector. Use this connector when synchronizing/ transmitting data or recharging. Earphone Jack. Allows you to listen to audio media or use the phone hands-free kit. Battery On/ Off Switch.
  • Page 11: Usb Cradle

    Your Pocket PC Phone contains a rechargeable Lithium polymer battery, which is housed permanently in your device. After years of continual use and recharging, the battery will become unusable and should be changed through a service center. While you are using your device the amount of power consumed depends on whether you are talking on the phone, using the PDA functions or if the device is on standby.
  • Page 12 AC Adapter plugs into the back of the cradle. Plug into your Pocket PC synchronization Phone. cable. To your Pocket PC Phone • • Plug the AC adapter into a socket. • To AC adapter Place your Pocket PC Phone in the cradle and then connect the cradle to an external power source.
  • Page 13: Optional Accessories

    When Your Battery Is Low Your device has only one battery. However, a portion of that battery is saved as back-up. If the battery drains lower, your Pocket PC Phone displays a warning message. If this occurs, save any unsaved data you are working on, perform a synchronization with your PC, then turn off your Pocket PC Phone.
  • Page 14 C) USB cable D) DC Connector E) Serial Cable • The USB cable allows you to synchronize with your desktop without the cradle. The DC converter at the head of the cable, combined with an AC adapter, also allows you to recharge your device. •...
  • Page 15: Chapter 3:About Your Pocket Pc Phone

    Chapter 3: About Your Pocket PC Phone Resetting the Pocket PC Phone and Clearing Memory You can perform a soft reset or a hard reset – a soft reset restarts your device and a hard reset switches the battery off. With a soft reset, some data may be lost in the programs that were open when the reset was performed.
  • Page 16: Backing Up Files

    Because any new programs or data are stored in RAM, and therefore will be lost if you have to perform a hard reset or your device loses all power for any other reason, it is absolutely paramount that you backup files to your computer, a memory card or Flash ROM.
  • Page 17: Backing Up To Flashrom

    To backup to Flash ROM: To restore from Flash ROM: 1. Tap , Settings, System and then Permanent Save. 2. To backup Contacts or Calendar tap the PIM tab, and then check one or both of the boxes. When you select to backup Contacts and Appointments, your device will automatically backup newly added contacts and appointments.
  • Page 18: Screen Tapping, Calibration And Re-Calibration

    Screen Tapping, Calibration and Re-calibration When you first startup your Pocket PC Phone, you will be asked to calibrate the screen by tapping the center of a cross with your stylus as it moves around the screen. This process ensures that when you tap the screen with your stylus the item tapped is activated.
  • Page 19: Today Screen

    When you turn on your device for the first time each day (or after a period of inactivity), the Today screen appears. You can also access it by tapping the day. If there is not enough room for all the notification icons that need to appear, the Notification icon, view all notification icons.
  • Page 20: Programs

    Switch from one program to another by using the menu. For information, see “Adjusting Settings,” later in this chapter.) To access some programs not listed on the drop down menu, tap , Programs, and then the desired program. You can also switch to another program by pressing any of the program buttons located on the front or side of the device.
  • Page 21: Navigation Bar And Command Bar

    Navigation Bar and Command Bar Pop-up Menus • The navigation located at the top of the screen displays the active program and current time, and allows you to switch programs and close screens. • The command bar located at the bottom of the screen, performs tasks in the open program and includes menu names, buttons and the Input Panel button.
  • Page 22: Notifications

    Your device reminds you in a variety of ways when you have something to do or receive a SMS. For example, if you’ve set up an appointment in Calendar, a task with a due date in Tasks, or an alarm in Clock, you’ll be notified in any of the following ways: •...
  • Page 23: Typing With The Soft Keyboard

    Typing with the soft keyboard: • When you use the input panel, your device anticipates the word you are typing or writing and displays it above the input panel. When you tap the displayed word, it is inserted into your text at the insertion point. The more you use your device, the more words it learns to anticipate.
  • Page 24: Using Letter Recognizer

    Using Letter Recognizer: Using Block Recognizer: With Letter Recognizer you can write letters using the stylus just as you would on paper. 1. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button and then Letter Recognizer. 2. Write a letter in the box -- it will automatically be converted to typed text on the screen.
  • Page 25: Switching To Transcriber

    Switching to Transcriber: To punctuate in Transcriber: With Transcriber you can write anywhere on the screen using the stylus just as you would on paper. Unlike Letter Recognizer and Block Recognizer, you can write a sentence or more of information. Then pause and let Transcriber change the written characters to typed characters.
  • Page 26: Writing A Letter In Transcriber

    To learn how to write a letter in Transcriber: Selecting typed text: To change word suggestion options, such as the number of words suggested at one time, tap , Settings, Personal tab, Input, and then the Word Completion tab. Editing text: Each input program provides curser keys to move through text and backspace so that you can correct spelling, grammar or insert additional information.
  • Page 27: Writing On The Screen

    In any program that accepts writing, such as the Notes program, and in the Notes tab in Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks, you can use your stylus to write directly on the screen. Write the way you do on paper. You can edit and format what you’ve written and convert the information to text at a later time.
  • Page 28: Converting Writing To Text

    Converting writing to text: Tap Tools and then Recognize. If you want to convert only certain words, select them before tapping Recognize on the Tools menu (or tap and hold the selected words and then tap Recognize on the Pop-up menu). If a word is not recognized, it is left as writing.
  • Page 29: Drawing On The Screen

    Draw on the screen in the same way that you write on it. The only difference is how the items are selected and edited. For example, drawings can be resized - writing cannot. Creating a drawing: Selecting a drawing: You may want to change the zoom level so that you can more easily work on or view your drawing.
  • Page 30: Recording A Message

    A message can be recorded in any program where you can write or draw on screen. In Calendar, Tasks and Contacts, you can include a recording in the Notes tab. In the Notes program, you can either create a stand-alone recording or include a recording with a written note. With the Inbox program, a recording can be added to an e-mail.
  • Page 31: Finding And Organizing Information

    Finding and Organizing Information The Find feature on your device helps you quickly locate information. • On the menu, tap Find. Enter the text you want to find, select a data type, and then tap Go to start the search. To quickly find information that is taking up storage space on your device, select Larger than 64 KB in Type.
  • Page 32: Managing Memory

    Memory on your Pocket PC Phone is shared between storage memory and program memory. Storage memory is used to store the information you create and programs you install. Program memory is used to run programs on your Pocket PC Phone. Pocket PC Phone automatically manages the allocation between storage and program memory. To view memory allocation and availability: , Settings, System and then Memory.
  • Page 33: Customizing Your Pocket Pc

    Customizing Your Pocket PC You can customize your device by adjusting device settings and installing additional software. Customizing the Today Screen You can customize the Today screen in the following ways: change the background picture, select the information you want displayed and in what order, and display future appointments. Changing the background: 1.
  • Page 34: Adjusting Settings

    Adjusting Settings You can adjust device settings to suit the way you work. To see available options, tap Personal or System tab located at the bottom of the screen. • The following settings can be adjusted: Icon Program Buttons Input Menu Owner Information Password...
  • Page 35: Changing The Default Button Settings

    Changing the Default Button Settings The buttons on your device are default set for Calendar, Contacts and Phone. The phone buttons cannot be changed, however, you can change the Calendar and Contacts buttons to open other programs. Adding or Removing Programs Programs installed on your device at the factory are stored on ROM (read-only memory) and cannot be removed or accidentally lost.
  • Page 36: Adding A Program Directly From The Internet

    5. Double click the *.exe file. • If the file is an installer, the installation wizard will begin. Follow the directions on the screen. Once the software has been installed on your PC, the installer will automatically transfer the software to your device. •...
  • Page 37: Removing Programs

    Removing programs: Setting a Password Protect data and settings by choosing a password that will be requested every time the power is turned on. 1. Tap then Settings. On the Personal tab, tap Password. 2. Select the type of password you would like to use: No Password: No password needed to access device Simple 4 Digit Password: Password must be four numerals Strong alphanumeric password: Password must be at least seven characters long and contain a combination of...
  • Page 38: Setting The Backlight

    Setting the Backlight 1. Tap then Settings. On the System tab, tap Backlight. 2. On the Battery Power tab check and select when you want the backlight to automatically turn off and when you want it turned on. 3. On the External Power tab check and select when you want the backlight to automatically turn off and when you want it turned on.
  • Page 39: Chapter 4: Phone

    As well all the standard features of a mobile phone - such as mailbox and Call History – there are several dialing features unique to your Pocket PC Phone. For example, you can take notes while talking, and dial directly from Microsoft.
  • Page 40: The Navigation Pad And Dialing

    The Navigation Pad and Dialing Take Call – Press to take an incoming call. Dialer Screen – Press to activate the dialer screen. Speakerphone – Press and hold to turn on or off the speakerphone during a call. Dial – Press to dial a number. Scroll Up –...
  • Page 41: Turn On/Off The Flight Mode

    Checking Your Phone Connection The default settings for your device are programmed to assume you want to use your phone. Therefore, your device will automatically connect your mobile phone and your service provider’s network. Initially, the icon indicates that you are connected to your service provider’s network. After that, a full strength signal is indicated by and, as the strength of the signal diminishes so will the number of vertical bars in the icon with no bars indicating no signal.
  • Page 42: To Back Space Over Numbers Or Clear

    Adjusting the Phone Volume Back Spacing and Deleting If you tap a wrong number when you are keying in, you can back space to erase individual numbers one at a time or you can delete all the numbers in the window. To backspace or clear numbers: Tapping Clear will erase 852-585 as...
  • Page 43: B) Basic Dialing Features

    In this section you can find information on the basic features of your phone: making or answering a call, using the speakerphone, making notes during a call, putting a call on hold, and using the conferencing facility. You can also send SMS from the Dialer screen.
  • Page 44: Making A Call From Contacts

    Making a call from Contacts: To make a call from Contacts: 1. Access Microsoft Contacts by pressing the Contacts Button or by tapping in the dialer. Tap the contact you wish to call, and then tap once to send to the dialer screen and once to call. By default, the pop-up menu and However, using either method below you can customize it so that the mobile phone number or e-mail is displayed instead:...
  • Page 45: Making A Call From Speed Dial (A)

    Making a call from Speed Dial (A): Making a call from Speed Dial (B): Speed dial is a list you can create of frequently-dialed numbers. Information on adding a number to Speed Dial is detailed later in this chapter. By memorizing a contact’s position in the Speed Dial list you can dial the number by simply entering its position number.
  • Page 46: Making A Call From The Call History

    Making a call from the Call History: Sending SMS in phone dialer: Go to Phone and press the right side of the navigation pad or Find the call details by first selecting the category it is filed under. For example, if it is in All calls select All calls from the drop down menu in the top-left corner.
  • Page 47: Enabling The Speakerphone Mode

    Enabling the Speakerphone Mode Your device’s speakerphone mode allows you to talk hands-free and/or let other people listen to a call. 1. Whether you want to send or read E-mail or a SMS, you can swap by tapping Services then choose what service you want.
  • Page 48: To Answer Or Reject A Call

    To Answer or Reject a Call: To End a Call: Managing More Than One Call Your device will notify you when you have another caller and you have the choice of rejecting or accepting the incoming call. If you accept, you can then choose to swap between this caller and the original. You can also set up a conference call between 3 parties (with conference calling you can create a conversation with up to 6 people).
  • Page 49: Putting A Call On Hold

    To put a call on hold: To swap between calls: If another person is trying to call you when you are talking on the phone the pop-out screen to the left will appear. To the take the 2 call and put the 1 To end the 2 call and go back to the 1 •...
  • Page 50: Setting Up Conference Calling

    To set up a conference call: Making a Note Regardless of whether you call from the Dialer, Contacts, Call History, or Speed Dial, you can take a note during a call. After you have finished the note it will be saved as an attachment to your call in one of the Call History folders. To make a note: 1.
  • Page 51: Viewing A Note

    To view a note: Checking Your Voice Mail 1. Press the right side of the navigation pad or tap the call, and then from the Pop-up menu tap view note. 2. Or, go to Notes, and then tap the name of the file from the list. (For more information, see “Chapter 4, Notes”) If you decide to create a contact for this caller –...
  • Page 52: Places Where Contacts Can Enter Your Device And Be Stored

    Adding and Transferring Contact Information There are numerous methods for entering and storing contact information. Once saved on your device, these contacts can be transferred between the programs used to make calls. Contacts can be stored in: ♦ Microsoft Contacts. ♦...
  • Page 53: Adding A Record To Microsoft Contacts From Call History

    Adding a record to Microsoft Contacts from Call History: Managing Your Call History The Call History details all incoming, outgoing, and missed calls and also provides a summary of total calls. The Call History can also tell you when a call was initiated, how long it lasted, and provides easy access to any notes taken during the call.
  • Page 54: Deleting All Calls From Call History

    Viewing call details Tap in the top left corner of the screen and then select a category from the drop down menu. Calls are categorized as below: • All Calls: All calls made to and from the phone in chronological order. •...
  • Page 55: D) Customizing Your Phone

    D) Customizing Your Phone You can personalize the setting of your phone, the services you have and the network you are connected to. To select ring type and tone, and Keypad sounds: Downloading ring tones You can make a connection to the Internet and then download ring tones that are compatible with the .WAV format. Managing Ring Tone: Add Ring Tone allows you to quickly find and display all the ring tones stored on your device, gives you the option to listen, and then add or remove them from the Phone Settings list mentioned above.
  • Page 56: Playing A Ring Tone

    Playing a ring tone: Adding a ring tone to phone settings: • After the ring tones have loaded, select one by tapping it, and then tap play. If you don’t like the ring tone, deselect it. 1. When the ring tones have loaded, you will see that some are already selected;...
  • Page 57: Enabling Voice Privacy

    Enabling Voice Privacy: Voice privacy is a method for encrypting voice calls to provide extra security. To enable or disable this function: In phone dialer, tap Tools, Options and then Services. In Services, tap Voice Privacy, and then Get Settings (retrieving settings may take a few minutes).
  • Page 58: To Check Voice Privacy Availability

    To check voice privacy availability: Location Settings With GPS you can decide if you want to allow your network to detect your geographic location. To do this: After you have enabled voice privacy you can choose to be notified if the network doesn’t provide this service.
  • Page 59: Viewing Your Tty Mode Settings

    Network System With Network System you can choose to accept roaming (Standard) or restrict your phone to only calls from your home network (Home only). TTY Mode This mode allows the use of a TTY machine (for the hearing impaired) together with your device. Voice Carry Over (VCO) allows a TTY user to switch between receiving TTY characters and talking into the phone;...
  • Page 60: Sms Settings

    SMS Settings SMS Settings stores the Callback Number for your device. The Callback Number is the number sent with an SMS to signify who it is from – in most cases your number. If you need to change the Callback Number for any reason see below.
  • Page 61: Enabling Button Lock

    Button Lock Button Lock enables you to lock the buttons on your device so that only the On/Off button will turn on your device. Locking your device in this way ensures you can’t turn on the device by accident, and consume unnecessary power. Enabling Key Lock when you are using your phone features will slow down your ability to answer a call.
  • Page 62 To change operators and keep your number: If you are swapping from another carrier to Bell Mobility and would like to keep your number, you can do so with the program Activation Wizard. In phone dialer, tap Tools, Activation Wizard. Follow the instructions in the next set of screens.
  • Page 63: Chapter 5: Getting Connected

    Chapter 5: Getting Connected You can use your device to exchange information with other mobile devices as well as your PC, a network, or the Internet. You have the following connection options: • Use the infrared (IR) port on your device to send and receive files between two devices. •...
  • Page 64: Setting Up An E-Mail Service

    Connect Directly to an E-mail Server You can set up a connection to an e-mail server so that you can send and receive e-mail messages by using a modem or network connection and Inbox on your device. The ISP or network must use a POP3 or IMAP4 e-mail server and an SMTP gateway.
  • Page 65: Get Help On Connecting

    More information on creating a connection to work or the Internet, as well as information on additional procedures, can be found in the following locations: • Inbox: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages or short messages in Chapter 6. • Online Help on the device. Tap •...
  • Page 66: Chapter 6: Wireless Data Programs

    Chapter 6: Wireless Data Programs As well as wireless voice communication your device has built in support for a range of wireless data communication forms: Browse the Web and view WAP-enabled sites. Send SMS. Send and receive e-mail. Remotely synchronize with your PC. Send and receive information from another IR-compatible Windows-powered device.
  • Page 67: Switching To Pocket Internet Explorer

    Using Pocket Internet Explorer To view mobile favorites and channels: Browsing the Internet: 1. Set up a connection to your ISP or corporate network using Connections, as described in the separate Settings Guide. 2. To connect and start browsing, do one of the following: •...
  • Page 68: Creating A Mobile Favorite

    The Mobile Favorites Folder Only items stored in the Mobile Favorites folder in the Favorites folder in Internet Explorer on your PC will be synchronized with your device. This folder was created automatically when you installed ActiveSync. Favorite Links During synchronization, the list of favorite links in the Mobile Favorites folder on your PC is synchronized with Pocket Internet Explorer on your device.
  • Page 69: Browsing The Internet

    Saving Device Memory Mobile favorites take up storage memory on your device. To minimize the amount of memory used: • In ActiveSync on your desktop, click Options, select Favorites/Internet Explorer, tap Settings and then Customize. You can then deselect Synchronize Images, Synchronize Sound and/or Synchronize offline content pages, to stop pictures and sounds, or some mobile favorites from being downloaded to the device.
  • Page 70: Msn Messenger: Instant Messaging

    MSN Messenger: Instant Messaging MSN Messenger on your mobile device is an instant messaging program that lets you: • See who is online. • Send and receive instant messages. • Have instant message conversations with groups of contacts. To use MSN Messenger, you must have a Microsoft Passport™ account or a Microsoft Exchange e-mail account. You must have a Passport to use MSN Messenger Service.
  • Page 71: Working With Contacts

    Working with Contacts To see others online without being seen, in the Tools menu, tap My Status and select Appear Offline. If you block a contact, you will appear offline but will remain on the blocked contact’s list. To unblock a contact, tap and hold the contact, then tap Unblock on the Pop-up menu.
  • Page 72 Inbox: Sending and Receiving E-mail or SMS Use Inbox to send and receive e-mail messages in either of these ways: • Synchronize e-mail messages with Microsoft Exchange or Microsoft Outlook on your PC. • Send and receive e-mail messages by connecting directly to an e-mail server through an Internet service provider (ISP) or a network.
  • Page 73: Using The Message List

    Messages that you receive directly from an e-mail server are linked to your e-mail server rather than your PC. When you delete a message on your device, it is also deleted from the e-mail server the next time you connect based on the settings you selected in ActiveSync.
  • Page 74: Creating An Sms Or E-Mail

    To retrieve a full message during your next synchronization or e-mail server connection, tap and hold the message. On the pop-up menu, tap Mark for Download. When memory is full, a warning message will pop up indicating "Storage memory is critically low. If you don't increase storage memory, you may not able to start some programs.
  • Page 75: Sending Information

    Folder behavior with a direct connection to an e-mail server The behavior of the folders you create depends on whether you are using ActiveSync, SMS, POP3, or IMAP4. 1. If you use ActiveSync, e-mail messages in the Inbox folder in Outlook will automatically be synchronized with your device.
  • Page 76: Connecting To A Terminal Server

    Connecting to A Terminal Server: Start a remote connection to the server via your wireless modem connection. , Programs, and then Terminal Services Client. To connect to a server you have previously connected to, tap a server listed under Recent Servers. To connect to a new server, enter the server’s name in the Server box.
  • Page 77: Improving Display Performance

    Tips and Tricks Improving display performance: Display performance is improved by decreasing the time it takes for the screen to be refreshed on the PC. On your PC, select , Settings and Control Panel. Click Display. Clear the Transition effects for menus and tool tips check box. Improving browser performance: Performance with Internet Explorer on the PC is improved by decreasing the time it takes for Web pages to be refreshed.
  • Page 78: Creating A Connection

    On Pocket PC side Creating a connection: Tap Start, Programs and Wireless Modem Connect the device with laptop via serial cable. Tap "Start" on the device. Invoke the dial-up connection on laptop, enter user name and password, and then click " Dial". Once it is connected, you should be able to see the computer icon on the taskbar of the laptop...
  • Page 79: Chapter 7 : Microsoft Activesync

    Chapter 7 : Microsoft ActiveSync Using Microsoft ActiveSync, you can synchronize the information on your PC with the information on your device. Synchronization compares the data on your device with your PC and updates both with the most recent information. For example: •...
  • Page 80: Synchronizing Files

    When you first setup a connection (or by tapping Options in ActiveSync on your desktop) you can see under Mobile Device the list of programs you can synchronize. It includes: Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Inbox, Files, Pocket Access, Favorites and AvantGo channels. Files is a folder specially-created on your desktop in My Documents into which you must place all the files - Word, Excel etc - you wish to synchronize.
  • Page 81: Chapter 8: Microsoft Pocket Outlook

    Chapter 8: Microsoft Pocket Outlook Microsoft® Pocket Outlook® includes Calendars, Contacts, Tasks, Inbox and Notes which can be used individually or together. For example, e-mail addresses stored in Contacts can be used to address e-mail messages in Inbox. ActiveSync® synchronizes information in Microsoft® Outlook® or Microsoft® Exchange on your computer with your device, comparing changes made on both and updating each of them with the latest information.
  • Page 82: Using The Summary Screen

    Using the Summary Screen: Creating Meeting Requests: Calendar can set up meetings with Outlook or Pocket Outlook users. The meeting request will be created automatically and sent either when you synchronize Inbox or when you connect to your e-mail server. Indicate how you want meeting requests sent by tapping Tools and then Options.
  • Page 83: Contacts: Tracking Friends And Colleagues

    Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues Creating a contact: • Contacts maintains an easily accessible list of friends and colleagues. The device’s infrared (IR) port allows you to quickly share Contacts information with other device users. To access Contacts, tap You can also press the Contacts Program button on the front of the device.
  • Page 84: Finding A Contact

    Finding a contact: Using the Summary Screen: There are 6 ways to find a contact: 1. Press and hold the upside of the navigation pad until alphabetical letters appear on the screen in large type. Then use the navigation pad to scroll through the alphabet and select a letter.
  • Page 85: Tasks: Keeping A To Do List

    To change the way information is displayed in the list, tap Tools and then Options. Creating a task: To quickly create a task with only a subject, tap Entry Bar on the Tools menu. Then, tap Tap here to add a new task and enter your task information.
  • Page 86: Using The Summary Screen

    Using the Summary Screen: Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas • Tap a task to display the summary screen. To make changes, tap Edit. • Notes quickly capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, drawings, and phone numbers. You can create a written note or a recording and include a recording in a note.
  • Page 87: Creating A Note

    Creating a note: 1. Tap New. 2. Create your note by writing, drawing, typing, and recording. For more information about using the input panel, writing and drawing on the screen, and creating recordings, see Chapter 3.
  • Page 88: Chapter 9: Companion Programs

    Chapter 9: Companion Programs Companion programs include Microsoft Pocket Word, Microsoft Pocket Excel, Microsoft Money, and Windows Media™ Player for Pocket PC, and Microsoft Reader. To switch to a companion program on your device, tap Programs on the Pocket Word works with Microsoft Word on your PC, providing easy access to copies of your documents. You can create new documents on your device, or you can copy documents from your PC to your device.
  • Page 89: Utilizing Typing Mode

    Utilizing typing mode: Utilizing writing mode: If you cross three ruled lines in a single stylus stroke, the writing becomes a drawing, and can be edited and manipulated as described in the following section. Written words are converted to graphics (metafiles) when a Pocket Word document is converted to a Word document on your PC.
  • Page 90: Utilizing Drawing Mode

    Utilizing drawing mode: Utilizing recording mode: In recording mode, you can embed a recording into your document. Recordings are saved as .wav files. For more information on recording, see “Making a Recording” in Chapter 1. For more information on using Pocket Word, tap Pocket Excel works with Microsoft Excel on your PC to provide easy access to copies of your workbooks.
  • Page 91: Tips For Working In Pocket Excel

    A blank workbook appears. Or, if you’ve selected a template for new workbooks in the Options dialog box, that template appears with appropriate text and formatting already provided. You can open only one workbook at a time; when you open a second workbook, you’ll be asked to save the first. You can save a workbook you create or edit in a variety of formats, including Pocket Excel (.pxl) and Excel (.xls).
  • Page 92: Microsoft Reader

    Use Microsoft Reader to read e-Books on your device. Download books to your PC from your favorite e-Book Web site. Then, use ActiveSync to copy the book files to your activated device. The books appear in the MS-Reader Library, where you can open them by tapping a title the list. Each book consists of a cover page, an optional table of contents, and the pages of the book.
  • Page 93: Opening The Library

    and follow the instructions. Go to www.microsoft.com/reader/shop.asp If you do not have a copy of MS-Reader on your PC, go to one of the retailers listed above and download a free copy from their site; then activate it as described above. Go to one of the Microsoft Reader e-Book sites, and follow the instructions in the site for choosing, purchasing and downloading a book to your desktop.
  • Page 94: Using Reader Features

    Using Reader Features Reading a book electronically gives you several options not available with paper books. These options are available from any book page. Select text by dragging across the text on the page. Then, tap an option on the Pop-up menu, as described here: •...
  • Page 95: Picture

    Transferring images to your Pocket PC Phone: Pictures stored on your PC can be synchronized with Pictures on your device. Picture synchronization is not automatically selected in ActiveSync. For more information on synchronization, see ActiveSync Help on the PC. Finding and list pictures: Picture •...
  • Page 96: Sorting Pictures

    Sorting pictures: Deleting an image: Hold the stylus firmly on the file name of the picture you want to delete, and then select Delete from the Pop-up menu. Refreshing all images: On the Pop-up menu, tap Refresh, the file information on picture list will be refreshed. Customizing Pictures: You can opt to launch the Pictures program automatically when a digital camera storage card is inserted and decide on a time delay length between slides when showing a slideshow.
  • Page 97 To select the time delay between slides: Tap Start, Programs, and Pictures. Tap Tools, Options and then Slide Show. Then select a number of seconds and tap OK.
  • Page 98: Appendix A: Troubleshooting

    Appendix A: Troubleshooting Reset the Pocket PC Phone and Clear Memory You can perform a soft reset or a hard reset, depending on the situation: a hard reset, in the sense that you will lose all data and any software you have installed yourself, is similar to reinstalling your OS on your PC; a soft reset is similar to restarting your desktop.
  • Page 99: Battery Loses Power

    When the battery is low, you will see a battery icon ( bar of the screen and a Pop-up screen to tell you to recharge the battery as soon as possible. The battery is split into two portions: main battery and backup battery. When the main battery portion is discharged your device will power off. However, the backup battery portion for 72 hrs will preserve your data.
  • Page 100: Finding Space In Program Memory

    • , Programs, and then File Explorer. Tap and hold the file you want to move, and tap Cut. Browse to the My Documents folder in the storage card folder, tap Edit, and then tap Paste. Files stored in folders other than My Documents or stored in folders within folders in My Documents may not show up in the list view of some programs.
  • Page 101: Screen Is Dark

    Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight may cause your Pocket PC Phone screen to temporarily darken. This is normal for LCD screens and is not permanent. If you’re having a hard time viewing a document in Notes, try changing the size of the view. To do this, tap a zoom percentage on the Tools menu.
  • Page 102: Network Connection Problems

    Network Connection Problems The following connection problems may occur. Additional troubleshooting information is available in Connections Help on the Pocket PC Phone and ActiveSync Help on the PC. • Check your wireless connection to your mobile service provider is switched on and the signal unobstructed (For more information, see Chapter 3 “Checking you are Connected”).
  • Page 103: Appendix B: Regulatory Notices

    Appendix B: Regulatory Notices Regulatory Agency Identification Numbers For regulatory identification purposes your product is assigned a model number PW10xx. The following accessories have been evaluated for use with your device. Their assigned model numbers listed below can identify these approved accessories. To ensure continued reliable and safe operation of your Pocket PC Phone, use only the accessories listed below with your PW10xx.
  • Page 104: Important Safety Information

    (data transfer with ActiveSync®) on a regular basis. Before returning your unit for service, be sure to back up your data and remove any confidential, proprietary or personal information. Audiovox Communications Corp. is not responsible for damage to or loss of any programs, data or removable storage media.
  • Page 105 WARNING Always request and obtain prior consent and approval of an authorized airline representative before using your device aboard an aircraft. Always follow the instructions of the airline representative whenever using your device aboard an aircraft, to prevent any possible interference with airborne electronic equipment. WARNING Always comply with posted prohibitions of the use of RF-emitting devices, such as in hospitals.
  • Page 106 WARNING Always use authorized Audiovox accessories and optional devices when operating this device, as the use of incompatible auxiliary equipment could result in fire, electric shock or other bodily injury. The use of unauthorized accessories will also void your Warranty.
  • Page 107 DRIVING Never use a device and/or cell phone while driving an automobile or any other moving vehicle. Always pull out of traffic and come to a stop in a legally permissible and safe location before using your device. Failure to do so could...
  • Page 108 WARNING ELECTRONIC DEVICES Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your device. Pacemakers The Health Industry Manufacturers Association recommends that a minimum separation of six (6") inches must be maintained between your device and a pacemaker to avoid potential interference with the pacemaker.
  • Page 109: General Precautions

    SAR Information Specific Absorption Rate THIS MODEL PHONE MEETS THE GOVERNMENT’S REQUIREMENTS FOR EXPOSURE TO RADIO WAVES. Your wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver. It is designed and manufactured not to exceed the emission limits for exposure to radiofrequency (RF) energy set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S.
  • Page 110: Safety Precautions For Power Supply Unit

    Avoid hot areas: The product should be placed away from heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other products (including amplifiers) that produce heat. Avoid wet areas: Never use the product in a wet location. Avoid pushing objects into product: Never push objects of any kind into cabinet slots or other openings in the product.
  • Page 111: Appendix E: Icons

    Appendix E: Icons Phone off (Flight Mode) or out of network service -- Tap to turn off flight mode. In network service -- Tap to turn on flight mode. Shows your connection is at full strength. Call Missed, tap to view call(s) you missed., E-mail or SMS notification, tap to view SMS or E-mails not read.
  • Page 112: Pocket Pc

    Start menu, tap to pull down the start menu. System volume, tap to adjust the volume both for phone and Pocket PC. Power low, notifies you the battery is in the power low status. Power very low, recharge the device to avoid the data lost. Connection is active, the icon will disappear when your device is connected.
  • Page 113 SD Backup, backup your Pocket PC Phone files to an SD card. Windows Media Player, enables the multimedia function on your Pocket PC Phone. Buttons, assigns the application program to hardware button. Input, select an input method. Menu, customize what appears on the button.

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