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Getting Started

This chapter introduces you to the external components of your Pocket PC and
guides you through the process of setting up your Pocket PC for use.

1.1 Hardware Features

The illustrations below introduce you to the various buttons, connectors, ports
and features of your Pocket PC.

Front Components

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  • Page 1: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter introduces you to the external components of your Pocket PC and guides you through the process of setting up your Pocket PC for use. 1.1 Hardware Features The illustrations below introduce you to the various buttons, connectors, ports and features of your Pocket PC.

  • Page 2: Back Components

    Component Description Displays the output of your Pocket PC. Tap the screen with Touch Screen the stylus to select menu commands or enter information. " Program Buttons Each of the four buttons provides a quick way to run a specific program. By default, they are Notes, Contacts, Calendar and...
  • Page 3 Component Description Stylus Tap on the touch screen to make selections and enter information. Pull the stylus out of its slot to use and store it in the slot when not in use. " Battery Supplies power to your Pocket PC when external power is not available.

  • Page 4: Top Components

    Top Components Component Description Connects to a pair of stereo headphones. Headphone Connector " Accepts a CompactFlash card. CompactFlash Card Slot Stylus Tap on the touch screen to make selections and enter information. Pull the stylus out of its slot to use and store it in the slot when not in use.

  • Page 5: Setting Up Your Pocket Pc For Use

    1.2 Setting Up Your Pocket PC for Use Performing Initial Startup Initial startup includes installing the battery, setting the backup battery switch and completing the Welcome Wizard. 1. The backup battery switch should be set to the ON (right) position for normal operation. Pull out the stylus and use it to slide the battery switch to the ON (right) position.

  • Page 6: Connecting To Ac Power And Charging The Battery

    5. To begin the Welcome Wizard, tap the screen with the stylus and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the Welcome Wizard. The wizard presents a brief orientation to Microsoft® Windows® for Pocket PC, helps you align the touch screen and prompts you to select your city and time zone.

  • Page 7: Turning Your Pocket Pc On And Off

    3. The charge indicator glows amber when charging is in progress. Do not disconnect your Pocket PC from AC power until the battery is fully charged, as indicated by the amber indicator turning into green. This will take a couple of hours. Whenever possible, keep your Pocket PC connected to the AC adapter and a power source.

  • Page 8: Installing Microsoft Activesync

    1.4 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync A key component of your Pocket PC is the Microsoft ActiveSync program. With Microsoft ActiveSync, you can synchronize the information on your desktop computer with the information on your Pocket PC and update both with the most recent information. ActiveSync is already installed on your Pocket PC.
  • Page 9 Desktop compute Browse 9. When the “Add New Hardware Wizard” asks for the driver, click and specify the CD-ROM drive containing the Companion CD. 10. Follow the onscreen instructions to establish a partnership and synchronize your Pocket PC with your desktop computer. After your first synchronization, the data you have stored on your desktop computer such as Calendar, Contacts and Tasks is copied to your Pocket PC.

  • Page 10: Expanding Your Pocket Pc

    1.5 Expanding Your Pocket PC Using a SD/MMC Card Your Pocket PC has a SD/MMC slot where you can insert an optional Secure Digital or MultiMediaCard memory card (also called storage card). With the removable memory, you can store or backup your data and exchange data with other devices.

  • Page 11: Resetting Your Pocket Pc

    Troubleshooting and Troubleshooting and Maintenance Maintenance This chapter gives solutions to common Pocket PC problems you may encounter. It also provides guidelines on taking care of your Pocket PC. NOTE: If you encounter a problem you cannot solve, contact your dealer for assistance. 2.1 Resetting Your Pocket PC CAUTION: Resetting will cause unsaved data to be lost.

  • Page 12: Restoring Factory Default State

    2.2 Restoring Factory Default State In some cases, you may need to restore your Pocket PC to the factory default state by clearing the memory (RAM) from your Pocket PC. For example, you should clear the memory: When your Pocket PC does not respond after being reset. When you forget your password.

  • Page 13: Power Problems

    10. You may also want to restore data to your Pocket PC from your most recent backup file. NOTE: If the battery completely runs out of power and is not charged in time, you will get the same result as you restore the factory default state. 2.3 Power Problems Power does not turn on when using battery power The remaining battery power may be too low to run your Pocket PC.
  • Page 14 If you are copying files from a computer or device to your Pocket PC, try Settings System adjusting the slider in the Memory setting. Tap Memory icon. Check if you can manually move the slider before copying files. The maximum storage memory that your Pocket PC can allocate is around 20MB.

  • Page 15: Screen Problems

    2.5 Screen Problems Screen is off If the screen does not respond even after you press the power button, try the following in order until the problem is solved: Connect the AC adapter to your Pocket PC and to external AC power. Reset your Pocket PC as described in section 7.1.

  • Page 16: Connection Problems

    2.6 Connection Problems Cradle Connection Problems Make sure that your Pocket PC is properly seated on the cradle. Make sure that you have installed the correct version of ActiveSync on your desktop computer. Install the version ActiveSync included with your Pocket Make sure that your Pocket PC and your desktop computer are both turned on before establishing the connection.

  • Page 17: Modem Connection Problems

    Adjust the room lighting. Some types of light interfere with IR communications. Try moving to a different location or turning off some lights. Modem Connection Problems Unable to dial out Do not install your Pocket PC in the cradle. You cannot dial out if your Pocket PC has an active connection with your desktop computer.

  • Page 18: Taking Care Of Your Pocket Pc

    Make sure that the phone number you are trying to reach is correct. Tap tab ) Settings Connections Connections icon. Select Modify the network settings you want to use and tap . Select your connection Next and tap to double-check the phone number. Modem connection is unreliable Make sure that the modem card is installed properly.

  • Page 19: Travel Guidelines

    Do not drop your Pocket PC or subject it to severe shock. Store your Pocket PC in a protective cover when not in use. Do not subject your Pocket PC to sudden and severe temperature changes. This could cause moisture condensation inside the unit that could damage your Pocket PC.
  • Page 20 Keep your Pocket PC inside its protective cover when you are not using it on the road. Hand-carry your Pocket PC in a protective cover. Do not check it in as luggage. If you plan to travel abroad with your Pocket PC, consult your dealer for the appropriate AC adapter for use in your country of destination.

  • Page 21: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information NOTE: Marking labels located on the exterior of your device indicate the regulations that your model complies with. Please check the marking labels on your device and refer to the corresponding statements in this chapter. Some notices apply to specific models only. A.1 Class B Regulations Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement NOTE:...
  • Page 22 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to The following two condition: (1) This device may not cause harmful inter- ference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including Interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 23 Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Standards: EN55022: Radio disturbance characteristics EN55024: Immunity characteristics EN6100-3-2: Limits for harmonic current emissions EN6100-3-3: Limitation of voltage fluctuation and flicker in low-voltage supply system EN60950 : Product Safety The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for modifications made by the User and the consequences thereof, which may alter the conformity of the product with the CE Marking.
  • Page 24 This product is intended to be supplied by a LISTED Power Unit marked with “LPS”, “Limited Power Source” and output rated + 5 V dc / 2 A”. Do not use the adapter in a high moisture environment. Never touch the adapter when your hands or feet are wet.
  • Page 25 A.7 About the Electrostatic Discharge Electrostatic discharges can interfere with the normal functioning of the electronic devices. Your equipment can behave abnormally owing to such an event, resulting in the possible data corruption or loss of unsaved data. To recover from this, reset your equipment. To avoid losing data due to electrostatic discharges or other types of events, it is recommended that you regularly save and backup data.
  • Page 26 About Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology. Devices with Bluetooth capabilities can exchange information over a distance of about 10 meters (30 feet) without requiring a physical connection. Unlike infrared, you don’t need to line up the devices to beam information with Bluetooth.
  • Page 27 situations where radio use is prohibited, such as on airplanes and in hospitals. • Discoverable. The Bluetooth radio is turned on, and all of the other Bluetooth devices within range (about 10 meters) can detect your device and attempt to beam information to it, establish a bond, or use a Bluetooth service.
  • Page 28 The Bluetooth radio is turned on or off according to your selection. By default the Bluetooth radio is turned off. If you turn it on, and then turn off your device, the Bluetooth radio also turns off. When you turn on your device again, the Bluetooth radio turns on automatically.
  • Page 29 If the device that you want to beam to doesn't appear in the list, make sure that it is turned on, in discoverable mode, and within 10 meters (30 feet) of your device. Also, make sure that your Bluetooth radio is turned on. Receiving a Bluetooth Beam 1.
  • Page 30 6. In the Select a modem list, tap Bluetooth > Next. 7. Make sure that the phone is discoverable. Some phones may also need to be pairable in order to accept a bonding request. For more information, see your phone documentation. 8.
  • Page 31 3. Tap Bluetooth > Bonded Devices tab > New. Your device searches for other Bluetooth devices and displays them in the list. 4. Tap the name of the other device, and then Next. 5. In PIN, enter a PIN of between 1 and 16 characters and tap Next. 6.
  • Page 32 Accept a Bond 1. Make sure that Bluetooth is turned on and in discoverable mode. 2. When prompted to bond with the other device, tap Yes. 3. In PIN, enter a PIN of between 1 and 16 characters, and tap Next. You must enter the same PIN that was entered on the device requesting the bond.
  • Page 33 About WLAN Create a Wireless Connection to a Network A wireless network can be added either when the network is detected, or manually by entering settings information. Install the wireless network card on your Pocket PC. For instructions on installing and using the wireless network card, see the owner’s manual for the card.
  • Page 34 To manually enter information, tap . Tap Settings tab, tab. Connections Connections Network Card Wireless Then, tap A . If the network was detected, step one is not dd new necessary. In the tab, enter a network name. If the network was detected, General the network name is automatically entered and cannot be changed.

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