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HP iPAQ Pocket PC hw6500 Series
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Document Part Number: 378871-001
HP Confidential
March 2005

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide HP iPAQ Pocket PC hw6500 Series Document Part Number: 378871-001 HP Confidential March 2005...
  • Page 2 The warranties for HP products are set forth in the HP Confidential express limited warranty statements accompanying such products. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Protecting the Screen ......1–14 Traveling with Your HP iPAQ....1–15 2 Learning the Basics Using the Today Screen .
  • Page 4 Using the On-Screen Keyboard ....4–7 Writing with the Stylus and the Letter Recognizer ..4–8 Writing with the Stylus and Microsoft Transcriber ..4–9 User’s Guide www.hp.com hp CONFIDENTIAL 12/16/04 PN: 378871-001...
  • Page 5 Turning the Phone On and Off..... 5–9 HP Profiles ........5–10 Setting a Profile .
  • Page 6 Manually Selecting a Network ....5–26 Configuring Your HP iPAQ forYour SIM Card ..5–27 Modifying the GSM/GPRS Network Settings ..5–28 Editing Network Properties .
  • Page 7 Working with Bluetooth Settings....9–4 Turning On Bluetooth ......9–5 User’s Guide www.hp.com hp CONFIDENTIAL 12/16/04 PN: 378871-001...
  • Page 8 Viewing Connection Information ....9–27 Working with Connections ....9–27 User’s Guide www.hp.com viii hp CONFIDENTIAL 12/16/04 PN: 378871-001...
  • Page 9 Exiting HP Image Zone ......10–17 HP Image Transfer ......10–17 Tips for Taking Better Pictures .
  • Page 10 14 Using Security Features Using HP ProtectTools......14–1 Setting Up Security ......14–2 Using Your HP iPAQ with HP ProtectTools.
  • Page 11 Singaporean Wireless Notice....A–10 Taiwanese Wireless Notice ....A–11 User’s Guide www.hp.com hp CONFIDENTIAL 12/16/04 PN: 378871-001...
  • Page 12 Physical Specifications......B–4 Operating Environment ......B–5 User’s Guide www.hp.com hp CONFIDENTIAL 12/16/04 PN: 378871-001...

  • Page 13: Getting To Know Your Hp Ipaq Mobile Messenger

    HP iPAQ loses power. You can find detailed information for using these programs in the Help files on your HP iPAQ. To access these Help files, from the Start menu, tap Help and select a program.
  • Page 14 Getting to Know Your HP iPAQ Mobile Messenger HP iPAQ Software To Access Functions HP Asset Viewer From the Start menu, Lists detailed information tap Settings > System about your system and its tab > HP Asset configuration. Viewer. HP Photosmart...
  • Page 15 Getting to Know Your HP iPAQ Mobile Messenger HP iPAQ Software Functions (Continued) To Access iPAQ Backup From the Start menu, Back up your data to tap Programs > iPAQ protect it from loss due to Backup. a drained battery, accidental deletion, or hardware failure.
  • Page 16 Inbox Receive and send Internet e-mail, Text and MMS messages in Inbox on your HP iPAQ or from your computer if ActiveSync is installed or if synchronizing with Exchange ActiveSync over the air. You must have an e-mail address provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP) or employer to send and receive e-mail.
  • Page 17 Getting to Know Your HP iPAQ Mobile Messenger Microsoft Pocket PC Software Functions (Continued) Pocket Word Create new documents or view and edit Word documents created on your computer. Ring Tones Select different sounds to notify you of incoming calls.

  • Page 18: Using The Stylus

    Getting to Know Your HP iPAQ Mobile Messenger Using the Stylus Your HP iPAQ comes with a stylus that you should use to tap or write on your screen. Note: Use the stylus to tap and write on the screen, and use your fingers to press the Power button, application buttons on the bottom of the device, and the camera’s on-screen shutter button.

  • Page 19: Setting The Date And Time

    Setting the Date and Time When you turn on your HP iPAQ for the first time, you are requested to select your time zone. After setting the time zone, you still need to set the time and date on your unit. Tap the Clock icon on the Today screen to set the time and date.

  • Page 20: Setting The Date

    You will need to reset your time zone, time, and date if: The location time (Home or Visiting) needs to be changed. All power to the HP iPAQ is lost, which removes all saved settings. You perform a full reset of your HP iPAQ.

  • Page 21: Entering Owner Information

    Getting to Know Your HP iPAQ Mobile Messenger Entering Owner Information You can personalize your HP iPAQ by entering owner information. To enter owner information: 1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Owner Information.
  • Page 22 Keep a record of your password in a safe place in case you forget it. If you are unable to retrieve your password, you must perform a hard reset on your HP iPAQ and will lose settings and information that are not saved in ROM. See the section in this chapter “Performing a Hard Reset”...

  • Page 23: Resetting The Unit

    2. Use the stylus to lightly press the Reset button until the screen fades. 3. Remove the stylus to restart the HP iPAQ. The HP iPAQ restarts and displays the Today screen. User’s Guide...

  • Page 24: Performing A Hard Reset

    Perform a hard reset (also known as a full reset) when you want to clear all settings, programs, and data from RAM. CAUTION: If you perform a hard reset, your HP iPAQ returns to its Ä default settings and loses all information that is not recorded in ROM or iPAQ File Store.

  • Page 25: Aligning The Screen

    Getting to Know Your HP iPAQ Mobile Messenger Aligning the Screen When the HP iPAQ is turned on for the first time, you are guided through a screen alignment process. You must realign your screen The HP iPAQ does not respond accurately to your taps.

  • Page 26: Protecting The Screen

    Getting to Know Your HP iPAQ Mobile Messenger Protecting the Screen CAUTION: The screen and camera lens of your HP iPAQ is made of Ä glass and can be damaged or broken by drops, impacts, or pressure. Note: HP is not responsible for damage that occurs as a result of your failure to follow the instructions that came with the HP branded product.

  • Page 27: Traveling With Your Hp Ipaq

    Disconnect all external devices. Take the AC Adapter and AC Charger Adapter with you. Keep your HP iPAQ in a protective case and keep it in your carry-on luggage. For air travel, be sure to turn off the Phone and Bluetooth. To...

  • Page 28: Learning The Basics

    Learning the Basics Using the Today Screen When you first turn on your HP iPAQ, the Today screen displays. You can also display it by tapping Start, and Today. Use the Today screen to view: Date and time Owner information...

  • Page 29: Navigation Bar

    Learning the Basics Navigation Bar The Navigation bar is located at the top of the screen. It displays the active program, wireless and volume status, and current time, and allows you to open programs. Use the Start menu to select a program.

  • Page 30: Todaypanel

    Memory allocation settings Storage card settings Backlight settings When you first power on your HP iPAQ, the TodayPanel is set to display on the Today screen. To turn it off: 1. In the TodayPanel, tap the Options and Today Settings icon >...

  • Page 31: Status Icons

    Learning the Basics Status Icons You may see the following status icons displayed on the Navigation or Command bar. Tap the icon on the screen to view more information related to the item. Icon Definition Inactive connection to computer or wireless network. Active connection to computer or wireless network.
  • Page 32 Learning the Basics Definition (Continued) Icon Network is searching or unavailable. Phone connection unavailable or network error. Signal strength indicator for phone functions. A missed call. Tap this screen icon to view missed calls. Call Forwarding Active. iPAQ Wireless icon—Tap to display the iPAQ Wireless screen.

  • Page 33: Pop-Up Menus

    Tap the Speaker icon in the Navigation bar and, in the pop-up menu, tap Vibrate. Battery power is low. Battery power is very low. Your HP iPAQ is connected with your personal computer. This icon appears in the Command bar only when there is an active connection. Pop-Up Menus Pop-up menus allow you to quickly perform an action.

  • Page 34: Creating Information

    Learning the Basics Tap and hold to display the pop-up menu. Tap the action you want. Tap outside the menu to close it without performing an action. Creating information From the Today screen, you can create new information, including: Appointments Contacts Excel Workbooks Messages...

  • Page 35: Customizing The Today Screen

    Learning the Basics Customizing the Today Screen From the Settings Today screen, you can: Add a picture as the background. Select information displayed on the Today screen. Set the order of the information. Set when to see the Today screen. 1.

  • Page 36: Customizing The Application Buttons

    Customizing the Application Buttons You can change the Contacts and Inbox programs currently assigned to two of the application buttons on the bottom of the HP iPAQ. You can replace these assignments with two programs that you use the most. Note : The Phone application buttons cannot be reassigned.

  • Page 37: Locking The Application Buttons

    4. Tap OK. Note: The next time your HP iPAQ is in standby, press one of the applications buttons to test this feature. With the Lock feature enabled, your device will not power on until the Power button is pressed.

  • Page 38: Using Applications

    3. Tap the check box next to Enable Keyguard. 4. Tap OK. Note: The next time your HP iPAQ is powered off, press one of the applications buttons to test this feature. With the Keyguard feature enabled, your device will not power on until the Contacts and Inbox buttons are simultaneously pressed.

  • Page 39: Installing Applications

    Follow the instructions provided with the application and by the Installation Wizard to install applications from your computer. Tap the application file in File Explorer on your HP iPAQ and follow the instructions on the Installation Wizard to install applications on your HP iPAQ.
  • Page 40 Ä on your HP iPAQ with the information saved in your backup. If you perform a hard reset on your HP iPAQ, any user installed information stored in main memory including backup files will be deleted. For this reason, it is suggested that backup files always be saved to a memory card or to the iPAQ File Store folder.

  • Page 41: Using Ipaq File Store Folder

    Store folder, which is accessed from File Explorer on your HP iPAQ. Programs and files stored in iPAQ File Store are stored in ROM and are saved if you perform a full reset of your HP iPAQ or if the battery discharges completely. To save to iPAQ File Store: 1.

  • Page 42: Using Activesync

    Install applications on your HP iPAQ. Back up and restore unit information. Synchronize links. Send and receive e-mail. Request meetings. CAUTION: For synchronization to work properly, install Microsoft Ä ActiveSync on your computer before you connect your HP iPAQ to your computer. User’s Guide 3–1...

  • Page 43: Connecting To A Computer

    9, “Using Bluetooth.” Note: When using Microsoft ActiveSync to synchronize e-mail on your computer with your HP iPAQ, you must have Microsoft Outlook 98 or later installed on your personal computer. If you do not have Outlook, install the Microsoft Outlook 2002 software from the Companion CD.

  • Page 44: Synchronizing With Your Computer

    ActiveSync Help button during installation. 4. After installing ActiveSync on your computer and, when prompted, connect the HP iPAQ to the computer using the HP iPAQ cradle. a. Connect the USB connector on the cradle 1 to the USB port on your computer.

  • Page 45: Using Microsoft Exchange Activesync

    When you synchronize files, you can drag and drop the selected files from your computer to the synchronized folder on your HP iPAQ. If you named your device “PC1” when you created your partnership, then the synchronized folder is named “PC1.”...
  • Page 46 Using ActiveSync After Exchange ActiveSync creates a connection and a partnership between the device and the desktop computer, desktop pass-through is enabled by default, even if the desktop is locked or protected with a password or PIN. Exchange ActiveSync enables you to synchronize the following items in your Exchange Server 2003 mailbox over the air: Calendar Contacts list...

  • Page 47: Changing Synchronization Settings

    2. Follow your computer manufacturer’s instructions to install and set up an infrared port. 3. Remove the HP iPAQ from the cradle and line up the infrared port with the computer infrared port so they are unobstructed and within 12 inches (30.5 cm) of each other.

  • Page 48: Copying Files

    Using ActiveSync Change the type of connection from your HP iPAQ to your computer (for example, USB or infrared connections). Note: The HP iPAQ hw6500 series Mobile Messenger does not support synchronization with a personal computer using a serial cable.
  • Page 49 6. Locate the file to be moved. Note: You cannot copy preinstalled files or system files. 7. Drag and drop your files between your HP iPAQ and your computer. ActiveSync converts the files so that they can be used by the Pocket Office applications, if necessary.

  • Page 50: Installing Programs

    2. Follow the instructions in the Installation Wizard provided with the program. 3. Check the screen on your HP iPAQ to see if any further steps are necessary to complete the program installation. Backing up and Restoring To help reduce the chance of losing information, you should back up information to your computer on your HP iPAQ regularly.

  • Page 51: Using Activesync To Send And Receive E-Mail

    Receive E-mail You can send and receive e-mail messages by synchronizing your HP iPAQ with your computer using ActiveSync. If you are using ActiveSync to send and receive e-mail messages, the name of the folder you are using is displayed at the bottom of the screen. For more information on sending and receiving e-mail using ActiveSync, from the Start menu, tap Help >...

  • Page 52: Learning Input Methods

    Never use a pen or any type of metal pointer on the screen. To input information to your HP iPAQ, you can use the Thumb Keyboard, tap the soft keyboard on the screen, or write with the Letter Recognizer, Microsoft Transcriber, or Block Recognizer in any application.

  • Page 53: Keyboard Components

    Learning Input Methods Keyboard Components Blue Key This function key is used in conjunction with Blue symbols on the upper left of the keyboard keys to type symbols and to type numbers on the numeric keypad. Calendar button Press to display your calendar, press again to change the calendar format.

  • Page 54: Special Keys

    Learning Input Methods Keystroke Combination Action Blue Key + any key Enters characters printed on the upper left of the key (indicated in blue). Blue Key Toggles on blue keys. Press Blue pressed twice Key once to toggle off. Blue Key + down Page down arrow...

  • Page 55: Accent Characters

    Learning Input Methods Note: To type a backslash (\) on the Thumb keyboard, first press the Blue Fn Key + P to create a forward slash (/), then the Symbol/Space Bar key to modify it as necessary. Refer to the following “Accent Characters”...
  • Page 56 Learning Input Methods Special Character Table (Continued) Ç Ć Č © ð Ð è é ê ë ę È É Ê Ë Ę ì í î ï Ì Í Î Ï ł Ł ñ Ñ ò ó ô õ ö ő ø œ Ò...
  • Page 57 Learning Input Methods Special Character Table (Continued) Original Modified Character Character þ ¶ þ ¶ ® ® ş š ß Ş Š ß ţ Ţ ù ú û ü ű Ù Ú Û Ü Ű ý Ý ź ż Ź Ż €...

  • Page 58: Using The On-Screen Keyboard

    Learning Input Methods Special Character Table (Continued) Original Modified Character (Continued) Character ± & - _ ¡ ? ¿ : , ; Using the On-Screen Keyboard Use the stylus to tap letters, numbers, and symbols on the on-screen keyboard to enter typed text directly onto the screen. Note: A question mark within a program indicates a Help file.

  • Page 59: Writing With The Stylus And The Letter Recognizer

    Learning Input Methods 2. Tap Keyboard to display a keyboard on the screen. Note: Shift To see symbols on the keyboard, tap the key. 3. Tap a letter, symbol, or number to enter information. 4. Tap OK. Writing with the Stylus and the Letter Recognizer Use the stylus and Letter Recognizer to write letters, numbers, and symbols on the screen.

  • Page 60: Writing With The Stylus And Microsoft Transcriber

    Learning Input Methods What you write will be converted to text. Note: For the Letter Recognizer to work effectively, write characters between the dashed line and baseline. If you are writing a letter like “p,” write the top portion within the dashed line and baseline, and the tail portion below the baseline.

  • Page 61: Writing With The Stylus And Block Recognizer

    Learning Input Methods Writing with the Stylus and Block Recognizer Write letters, numbers, and symbols using the stylus and Block Recognizer. Create words and sentences by writing letters and numbers in specific areas. 1. From any application, tap the up arrow next to the Input Panel button.

  • Page 62: Drawing And Writing On The Screen

    Learning Input Methods Drawing and Writing on the Screen Use the stylus as a pen to draw and write on the screen in the Notes program or from the Notes tab in Calendar, Contacts, or Tasks. 1. From the Start menu, tap Notes > New. 2.

  • Page 63: Changing Word Suggestion Options

    Learning Input Methods Changing Word Suggestion Options As you type or write, the HP iPAQ suggests words for you in a box above the soft keyboard, Letter Recognizer, or Block Recognizer. Note: This feature is unavailable when you use the Thumb Keyboard or Transcriber.
  • Page 64 Learning Input Methods 3. Tap the down arrow associated with letters and select the number of letters you want to type before a word is suggested. 4. Tap the down arrow associated with words and select the number of words you want suggested. 5.

  • Page 65: Using The Phone Features

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features Use the HP iPAQ Mobile Messenger phone to make and receive telephone calls and send and receive Text and MMS (Multimedia Message Service) messages. Your mobile phone service provider may provide other useful services such as voice mail.

  • Page 66: Sim Card

    SMS/MMS messages that you receive. With the exception of emergency calls, the SIM card must be inserted into the SIM slot under the battery on the back of the HP iPAQ in order for voice/data calls to work. To dial an emergency number from the Phone keypad, tap the emergency number appropriate for your region, and then tap Talk or Send.

  • Page 67: Inserting A Sim Card

    Chapter 13, “Managing the Battery.” To insert the SIM card into the HP iPAQ: 1. On the back of your HP iPAQ, remove the back cover: a. Press down on the battery latch 1. b. Use your thumb to slide the back cover down and away from the device 2.

  • Page 68: Removing The Sim Card

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features 2. Insert the SIM card into the SIM slot by aligning the notched corner on the card with the notched corner in the SIM slot, then push the SIM card into the SIM slot. Be sure to push it in all the way.

  • Page 69: Activating Your Phone Service

    Using the Phone Features Activating Your Phone Service Before you are able to use the phone feature on your HP iPAQ, you will need to subscribe with a mobile phone service provider. Note: If you purchased your HP iPAQ from a mobile service provider, phone service may be activated at time of purchase or the mobile service provider may include activation instructions.

  • Page 70: Your Pin

    SIM card locks to prevent further use. If the letters PUK (PIN Unblocking Key) display on your HP iPAQ screen, you have locked your SIM card and must enter your PUK on the screen to unlock it. If you did not receive a PUK with your SIM card, you must contact your service provider to unlock it.

  • Page 71: Phone Buttons And Icons

    2. Select Require PIN when phone is used. Note: To change the PIN at any time, tap CHANGE PIN. Note: To safeguard your HP iPAQ device from unauthorized use, see the section Setting a Password in Chapter 1, “Getting to Know Your HP iPAQ Mobile Messenger.”...
  • Page 72 Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features Phone Icons Definition (Continued) Call Forwarding Active Phone Volume is active. Microphone is in mute position. GPRS Service is available. Active data connection to GPRS network. Event notifications set to vibrate instead of alarm. To set to vibrate: Tap Speaker icon in the Navigation bar and in the pop-up menu, tap Vibrate.

  • Page 73: Checking Your Connection And Signal Strength

    This automatic selection feature is the default setting on your HP iPAQ. Turning the Phone On and Off You can turn your Phone on and off while keeping your HP iPAQ turned on. There are several ways to turn on your Phone:...

  • Page 74: Hp Profiles

    Navigation bar and, from the Pop-up menu, tap Turn on flight mode. Note: Leave the phone turned on to receive calls when your HP iPAQ is powered off. You can use other programs on your device during a call. To...

  • Page 75: Setting A Profile

    Tap to select Profile Setting a Profile To set a profile: 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings > System tab > HP Profiles icon. 2. Tap Tools > Select Profile and, from the drop-down list, select a profile name.

  • Page 76: Switching A Profile

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features a. Use Alert to select a ring type and tone, set the type to On, Vibrate, or Off, and set the volumes for device and phone. b. Use Display to adjust backlight brightness and set a timer to turn off the backlight if device is not used.

  • Page 77: Making And Receiving Phone Calls

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features This menu is not active on Kudu yet. I will create a new screen- shot when it is active. 2. Tap the desired profile. Note: The quick access menu disappears after 30 seconds. Note: When the Backlight is adjusted to its lowest setting, it cannot be turned on from the quick access menu.

  • Page 78: Answering A Call

    “Making a Call from Call History” “Making a Conference Call” Answering a Call When you receive a phone call, the HP iPAQ rings or vibrates and a message will appear on the screen, giving you an option to either answer or ignore the incoming call.

  • Page 79: Making A Call Using Speed Dial

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features SIM Contacts Help When switching SIM cards between devices, use SIM Contacts to copy contacts from a new SIM card to Contacts on your device. To copy a contact from your SIM card onto your device, in SIM Contacts, select the contact you want to copy to your device and tap COPY NOW.

  • Page 80: Making A Call From Call History

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features 3. In the Location field, tap the Up/Down arrows to select an available location to assign as the new speed dial entry. The first speed dial location is reserved for your voice mail. 4. Tap OK. Creating a Speed Dial Entry from Contacts 1.

  • Page 81: Adjusting Phone Volume

    Command bar to mute or unmute a call. Setting Ring Tones 1. Tap > Settings > System tab > HP Profiles. 2. Tap the Alert icon and tap the drop-down list under Ring type to select the type of ring to be used.
  • Page 82 Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features 4. To listen to the selected sounds, tap the Play icon. When you are finished listening, tap the red Stop icon. Note: You can also select Ring Tones by tapping Start > Settings > Phone icon. Note: To use custom.wav, .mid, or .wma files as ring tones, use ActiveSync on your personal computer to copy the file to the My Device\Windows\Rings folder on your device.

  • Page 83: Enabling Speakerphone Mode

    2. Tap the Ring tone list, and select the event sound you want to use, and tap the Add button. Enabling Speakerphone Mode Your HP iPAQ has a speakerphone mode that allows you to talk hands-free or allows other people to listen to the caller. To enable the speakerphone mode: 1.

  • Page 84: Using Voice Mail

    Using Voice Mail The first speed dial location is set as a default for your voice mailbox number. When you insert your SIM card into your HP iPAQ, it sets as default the voice mailbox number of your mobile service provider. You may need to configure your phone to the Voice Mail setting by dialing or setting the Voice Mail dial number or password.

  • Page 85: Displaying Caller Id

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features To use Call Waiting to answer an incoming call during a phone conversation, tap Answer to move the current phone call to Call Waiting. The phone call on Call Waiting displays on the screen. Tap Ignore if you do not want to answer the incoming call.

  • Page 86: Changing The System Volume

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features 3. Select Forward all incoming phone calls, and specify the phone number to receive forwarded calls. You can also use call forwarding to forward incoming calls to a different number based on your situation. Select Unavailable to forward calls only when your phone is turned off or you are unreachable.

  • Page 87: Changing The Phone Settings

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features Tap the icon in the Navigation bar. In the pop-up volume box, move the ringer volume ( slider to the desired volume level. Select On, Vibrate, or Off to quickly change both the ringer and system volume settings.

  • Page 88: Changing Services Settings

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features Secure your Phone by placing a checkmark in the Require PIN when phone is used box. Note: Your mobile service provider may already have given you a PIN to use with the Phone. After entering that PIN, you may change the PIN at any time.

  • Page 89: Using International Roaming

    Using International Roaming When you are planning on traveling abroad or to foreign countries, you will be able to use your HP iPAQ to call home or anywhere by first setting it up for international roaming. At least 24 hours before you go away on your trip, you need to do...

  • Page 90: Changing Network Settings

    SIM card. Manually Selecting a Network Note: HP highly recommends leaving the HP iPAQ set to its automatic network settings. At times, you may want to manually select a different wireless network to use, instead of your device automatically doing this for you.

  • Page 91: Configuring Your Hp Ipaq Foryour Sim Card

    The GSM/GPRS Settings Manager automatically updates your HP iPAQ’s device files with the new network parameters on your SIM card. At times, you may need to manually edit the network settings or create your own personal network settings.

  • Page 92: Modifying The Gsm/Gprs Network Settings

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features Modifying the GSM/GPRS Network Settings The first time you use your SIM Card, the GSM/GPRS Settings Manager automatically updates changes in the network parameters if there are any. You can modify these settings to your own preference or create your own network settings.

  • Page 93: Editing Network Properties

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features Note: In the event the automatic detection setting fails, you will need to complete one of the two following items: Select the appropriate country and operator name, then tap OK. The settings will automatically update. If your operator name does not appear in the drop-down list, you must manually add it to the list by tapping the down arrow in the Operator box and tapping “Create New...
  • Page 94 Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features Note: To restore default connections, on the GSM/GPRS Parameters screen, select the correct country and operator name, then tap Automatic Detection. Editing an Internet Connection If you tapped Internet Connection Information on the above Edit Properties screen: 1.
  • Page 95 Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features 10. On the next screen, tap one of the following: Dynamic DNS addresses Static DNS addresses 11. Tap OK. Editing SMS Text Message Settings If you tapped SMS Text Message on the Edit Properties screen: 1.

  • Page 96: Creating A New Connection

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features Editing WAP Information Settings If you tap WAP Information on the Edit Properties screen: 1. Enter the IP address and the Port information for the WAP Gateway. 2. Tap Next. 3. Enter the IP address and the Port information for the secure WAP Gateway.
  • Page 97 Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features WAP Gateway Secure WAP Gateway—IP and Port To create a new connection: 1. Tap the down arrow under Country and select the appropriate country name. 2. Tap the down arrow under Operator, and tap “Create new ...”.

  • Page 98: Failed Automatic Sim Detection

    Failed Automatic SIM Detection If the SIM card is not detected by the application: Check to see if the SIM card is present in the HP iPAQ. If it is not present, insert the SIM card and relaunch the application.

  • Page 99: Tty Functionality For The Hearing-Impaired

    TTY device manufacturer’s documentation. Enabling TTY Support Before connecting the optional TTY device to the phone, you must enable TTY support in order to prepare the HP iPAQ Phone to expect a TTY device to be connected. To enable TTY support: 1.
  • Page 100 TTY audio mode. Making a Phone Call Using the TTY Device 1. Press the green phone button on the bottom front of the HP iPAQ to launch the phone keypad, then turn on the phone functions of the HP iPAQ.
  • Page 101 4. To end a phone call, press and hold the red phone button on the bottom of the HP iPAQ. Note: TTY audio mode activation may not be possible while a telephone call is already in progress.
  • Page 102 Revised: 12/16/04 Using the Phone Features 2. Uncheck the Enable TTY support box. Note: It has not been determined if deactivation by either method is possible while a TTY telephone call is in progress. 5–38 User’s Guide...

  • Page 103: Managing Multiple Wireless Connections

    Using the iPAQ Wireless Manager The iPAQ Wireless Manager application provides a centralized control for you to manage wireless features on the HP iPAQ. The iPAQ Wireless screen has two individual power buttons to turn wireless features on and off—one at a time, and one All Off button to turn off all wireless features at the same time.

  • Page 104: Power Buttons

    Managing Multiple Wireless Connections To power on one or more wireless activities, tap the desired buttons. To power off one or more wireless activities, tap the desired buttons or tap the All Off button ( ) to power off all activities. Power Buttons The two Power buttons display: Gray background with an...

  • Page 105: Settings Buttons

    Managing Multiple Wireless Connections The All Off button displays: Gray background with the ) when all wireless features are powered off. Green background when one or more wireless features are powered on. Settings Buttons The settings buttons—Phone Settings, Bluetooth Settings, and Bluetooth Manager—...

  • Page 106: Managing Data Connections

    Managing Multiple Wireless Connections Managing Data Connections When you tap a Data Connectivity icon in the Navigation bar, it opens a drop-down Connectivity box that displays the status of your wireless data connections and information about which service is connected. From this drop-down box, you can also create new connections, access wireless settings menus, and turn on or off the wireless features.

  • Page 107: Making Your Data Connections

    Revised: 12/16/04 Making Your Data Connections The HP iPAQ hw6500 series offers you a comprehensive set of wireless capabilities to keep you connected in or out of the office. With Global System for Mobile Communications/General Packet Radio Service/Enhanced Data rates for Global Evolution...
  • Page 108 GPRS connection depends on network availability, provider support and signal strength. Note: For more information on this subject, refer to the Help file on your HP iPAQ by tapping Start > Help > Connections. 7–2 User’s Guide...

  • Page 109: Impact Of Data Connection When Phone Call Is Received

    EDGE technology on the network for this capability to be used on the HP iPAQ. If EDGE is not enabled, the HP iPAQ will use GPRS. Creating a GPRS/EDGE Connection A GPRS connection provides high-speed data transfer and is typically used for Web browsing and to send and receive small bursts of data such as e-mail and MMS messages.
  • Page 110 Revised: 12/16/04 Making Your Data Connections Manually Configuring your GPRS connection on your HP iPAQ Note: Use this manual process only if the automatic settings manager is not working and you are unable to make a connection. 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings > Connections tab >...

  • Page 111: Setting Up A Wap Browser

    Internet using GPRS. Setting Up a WAP Browser Wireless application protocol (WAP) delivers content in a reduced format to fit the HP iPAQ screen. WAP protocol can accommodate the low memory limitations of handheld devices and the low-bandwidth limitations of a wireless-handheld connection.

  • Page 112: Connecting To A Private Network

    Setting Up Proxy Server Settings If you are connected to your ISP or private network during synchronization, your HP iPAQ should download proper proxy settings from your computer. If these settings are not on your computer or need to be changed, you will need to set them up manually.

  • Page 113: Managing Your E-Mail

    SMTP gateway. Entering an Internet Address With Pocket Internet Explorer and a connection to the Internet, you can view Web sites on your HP iPAQ by typing an Internet address in the Address bar. Note: Some Web content may require installation of additional software.

  • Page 114: Using A Favorites List

    3. Tap the Go icon. Using a Favorites List With Pocket Internet Explorer and a connection to the Internet, you can view Web sites on your HP iPAQ by selecting one from your Favorites list. To select a Web site from your Favorites list: 1.

  • Page 115: Using Gps Navigation

    To receive GPS radio signals, your GPS Navigation software must be launched and you must have a map downloaded onto your HP iPAQ or memory card. You can select one free map to download from a list of cities in the United States, Canada, and Western Europe.

  • Page 116: Gps Navigation Features

    Using GPS Navigation GPS Navigation Features Your device comes with one free city map that can be downloaded from the Internet. You may purchase full map sets for a country or region at http://www.tomtom.com/gpsnavigation Some recently developed suburbs and country areas may not be included on the downloaded maps and will not be discernible on the screen.

  • Page 117: Downloading A Map

    This will prevent you from losing your map from possible power losses to the device, or from loss of software should it be necessary to perform a hard reset on the HP iPAQ. You can download one free city map anywhere in the United States, Canada or Western Europe.
  • Page 118 To download a map: 1. Place the HP iPAQ in the cradle and make sure the cradle is connected to and synchronized with your personal computer. 2. From the Start menu, tap Programs > TTGetMap icon.
  • Page 119 12/16/04 Using GPS Navigation 8. Tap Yes to confirm the map will be download to the /My Documents folder in Main Memory on your HP iPAQ. Note: To change the folder or save to iPAQ File Store, tap Change. 9. While the map is downloading to your device, a progress bar displays on screen.

  • Page 120: Getting Started With Gps Navigation

    Home to display the route home. Getting Started with GPS Navigation The GPS radio on your HP iPAQ turns on and off automatically as required as long as GPS Navigation is launched. When you launch GPS Navigation, the radio turns on and begins searching for satellites.

  • Page 121: Using Quick Connect

    GPS to connect to the satellites quicker. The Quick Connect software is included on your device; however, in order for the program to download updated files, you must cradle your HP iPAQ at least once every three days. User’s Guide...

  • Page 122: Viewing The Main Screen

    Using GPS Navigation Viewing the Main Screen Use the main screen to navigate to your destination. Your position displays on the map using your GPS receiver. IMPORTANT: If your GPS receiver has not yet determined a clear position from the GPS satellites, the main screen displays your last known position.
  • Page 123 12/16/04 Using GPS Navigation Explanation Your current GPS location. “Sound off” warning indicator. If this indicator is not shown, displayed instructions will be accompanied by voice instructions. Use the Sound preference to turn on/off voice instructions. Signal strengh bars indicate the strength of the GPS signal.

  • Page 124: Operating The Main Screen

    Using GPS Navigation Operating the Main Screen Tap somewhere in the middle of the map to open the menu. Tap the journey information area to open the detailed route summary. Tap the instruction area to repeat the last spoken instruction (if still available and if volume is turned on).
  • Page 125 12/16/04 Using GPS Navigation Menu command bar 2 Current time 3 Menu options 4 Next page button 6 Cancel button 5 Relevant information (if available) Option Function Navigate to . . .—Tap to calculate a route from your current position to a destination. The destination can be anything except your current position.

  • Page 126: Setting A Destination

    Using GPS Navigation Option Function Plan from A to B—Without a valid GPS signal, you can still use this to calculate a route. When you want to prepare for your trip in advance and you are not in your car, this is a valuable function. Use it to find out out how long a trip would take, or how long it would take someone to travel to your home.
  • Page 127 12/16/04 Using GPS Navigation 3. Tap the icon Address on the Navigate to... screen to enter a new address. Note: After you add your frequently used addresses to your Favorites list, you will be able to tap the Favorite icon in place of the Address icon and tap the address from your Favorites list instead of re-entering it on the screen.

  • Page 128: Adding A Favorite

    Using GPS Navigation Adding a Favorite To quickly access the addresses that you frequently use, add them to the Favorites list: 1. Tap in the middle of the Main screen to display the Options screen. 2. Tap Add favorite. 3. Tap one of the following icons on the Add as favorite screen and complete the instructions after each item below to add a favorite: Home—If the appropriate home address displays, use the...

  • Page 129: Using The Route Summary Screen

    12/16/04 Using GPS Navigation 3. Tap your favorite address from the list and the Main screen with the directions to the selected address displays. Note: To rename or delete an address from your Favorite list, on the Option screen, tap Change preferences > Maintain favorites.

  • Page 130: Using The Map Browser

    Using GPS Navigation Tap the Map button 8 to browse around on the map of your route. Tap the Done button 7 to start navigating in the main screen. Using the Map Browser Use the map browser to browse the map. You will find the same items on the screen map as on a paper map, for example - cities, town, roads, streets, rivers and lakes, points of interest (such as gas stations, restaurants, hospitals, lodging, parks, etc.).
  • Page 131 12/16/04 Using GPS Navigation Option Function Tap the GPS button (located on the top, right corner of the screen) to recenter the map around your current GPS location. Options Use the Options button to change items currently displayed on the map: Show the number of roads and streets Show the number of street names Show or hide all points of interest...

  • Page 132: Switching To A Schematic View

    Using GPS Navigation Switching to a Schematic View Instead of viewing the main screen, you can switch to an at-a-glance schematic view to display driving instructions. To switch to the schematic view, from the Options menu, tap Change preferences ( ) >...

  • Page 133: Selecting Locations

    12/16/04 Using GPS Navigation When a line has too much text to fit on a screen, it will be abbreviated. When you tap an item and keep your finger or stylus on the screen, the item will be adjusted in size in order to show the complete text.

  • Page 134: Selecting Your Home Location

    Using GPS Navigation Recent destination—a recently traveled location Point of Interest (POI)—points of interest such as a restaurant, hotel, hospital, park, hospital, etc. Selecting your Home Location On the Options screen, tap Navigate to..., then tap the Home icon and the main screen displays showing the way home if you have already entered your home address.

  • Page 135: Selecting A Favorite

    12/16/04 Using GPS Navigation Selecting a Favorite 1. Tap in the middle of the Main screen. 2. Tap the Navigate to... icon, then tap Favorite and select an address from the displayed list. Selecting a Recent Destination 1. Tap in the middle of the Main screen. 2.

  • Page 136: Finding An Address

    Using GPS Navigation Note: The POI browser only shows the nearest points of interest, not all of them. If your name does not display in the list, you may have to enter more letters of the name before it appears in the list. Finding an Address In Navigator, you find an address by going from a general description to a specific description.

  • Page 137: Setting Your Preferences

    12/16/04 Using GPS Navigation 5. Tap the house number or tap the Crossing button and enter the names of two intersecting streets for a precise location. 6. When the name you are looking for appears in the list below, tap it to select it. Setting Your Preferences You can customize your map screens to display different appearances such as colors, 3D displays, show or hide certain...
  • Page 138 Using GPS Navigation 5. Tap an icon from the menu to change your preference. Description of Preference Icons Icon Preferences Use night colors on the map display. Use day colors on the map display. 3D display is visible - tap to turn off 3D display to show map from the sky.
  • Page 139 12/16/04 Using GPS Navigation Description of Preference Icons Icon Preferences Set day color scheme Set night color scheme Set units—allows you to specify how you want distances expressed, longitudes and latitudes displayed, and how the clock format is displayed. Left-handed lay-out—Important buttons and controls will be located on the left side of the screen.

  • Page 140: Setting Your Vocal Preference

    Using GPS Navigation Setting Your Vocal Preference To select a different voice, tap the forward and backward buttons to browse the different voices, and tap Select to select a voice. Note: To hear a sample of a voice, tap the Test button. To select a different language for driving instructions, tap the flag symbol and select the flag that represents the language of your country.

  • Page 141: Using Bluetooth

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth Your HP iPAQ comes with built-in Bluetooth technology that allows short-range connections and provides fast, reliable, wireless communication. With Bluetooth powered on, you can send information or perform the following tasks wirelessly between two Bluetooth devices,...

  • Page 142: Getting Acquainted With Bluetooth

    Terms used in this chapter Supported Services Bluetooth Settings Bluetooth Manager Note: For more detailed help, refer to the Help files installed on your HP iPAQ. From the Start menu, tap Help > Bluetooth. 9–2 User’s Guide...

  • Page 143: Understanding Terms

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth Understanding Terms The following Bluetooth terms are used throughout this chapter. Term Definition Authentication Verification of a numeric passkey before a connection or activity can be completed. Authorization Approval of a connection or activity before it can be completed. Bonding (Paired Creating a trusted connection between devices)

  • Page 144: Supported Services

    Working with Bluetooth Settings From the tabs in Bluetooth Settings, you can: Select or add a user profile Turn Bluetooth on and off Enter or change your HP iPAQ Bluetooth Identification Set your connection preferences Enable Bluetooth services 9–4 User’s Guide...

  • Page 145: Turning On Bluetooth

    Tapping the Bluetooth button when it is already on turns it off. Setting Accessibility Properties Before your HP iPAQ interacts with other Bluetooth devices, you need to enter or change the accessibility properties to define how you want your HP iPAQ to interact.

  • Page 146: Enabling Bluetooth Services

    Ä CAUTION: Selecting All devices allows any device, even those unknown to you, to connect to your HP iPAQ. After they are connected, security settings for specific services apply as specified in the Bluetooth Settings. Selecting Paired devices only allows only devices that you trust to connect to your HP iPAQ.
  • Page 147 5. Tap OK to return to the iPAQ Wireless screen. Note: If you select Authorization required in the Service Settings, you must authorize each connection. Your HP iPAQ will then always ask you if the connection should be permitted. Secure Connections using a Passkey or Bond To establish a secure connection with another device, you can use the passkey feature or an established bond.

  • Page 148: Setting A Shared Folder

    5. Tap OK. Setting a Shared Folder You can determine the folder that other devices access when they connect to your HP iPAQ. To select a shared folder: 1. From the Today screen, tap the iPAQ Wireless icon > Bluetooth > Settings > Services tab.

  • Page 149: Understanding Profiles

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth 5. Tap the Folder icon and locate a desired file folder. 6. Tap OK. Understanding Profiles Use profiles to quickly enable selected personal settings in multiple environments. Creating a Profile To create a profile: 1. From the Today screen, tap the iPAQ Wireless icon in the Command bar 2.
  • Page 150 3. Tap Saving Bluetooth Configuration Settings in a Profile To save the HP iPAQ Bluetooth configuration settings to any profile: 1. From the Today screen, tap the iPAQ Wireless icon in the Command bar > Bluetooth > Settings.
  • Page 151 Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth Renaming a Profile 1. From the Today screen, tap the iPAQ Wireless icon in the Command bar > Bluetooth > Settings. 2. From the General tab, tap the Profile icon. 3. Select a profile from the Add/Delete Profiles list. 4.

  • Page 152: Working With Bluetooth Manager

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth Working with Bluetooth Manager Use Bluetooth Manager to: Establish connections Exchange business cards or files Control the on-screen display Display shortcuts Opening Bluetooth Manager From the Today screen, tap the iPAQ Wireless icon in the Command bar > Bluetooth > Manager. The first screen that displays is My Shortcuts.
  • Page 153 Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth After two devices are paired, they have a trusted relationship with each other. No additional input is needed from the user. Therefore, connections and activities can be performed between the paired devices without constant authorization from the user. Note: The remote device must have Bluetooth turned on and set up to allow discovery before the connection can occur.

  • Page 154: Connecting To Other Devices

    4. Tap OK. Establishing a Headphone or Stereo Speakers Connection You can redirect your HP iPAQ’s audio to a headphone or stereo speakers to use with your HP iPAQ. To establish a headset connection: 1. From the Today screen, tap iPAQ Wireless > Bluetooth >...

  • Page 155: Establishing An Activesync Connection

    You can set up an ActiveSync partnership with a Bluetooth-enabled computer by first setting up your computer, then setting up your HP iPAQ. If you own an HP Evo Notebook or Desktop computer, you can use the Bluetooth Multiport Module presinstalled on that computer with your HP iPAQ.
  • Page 156 Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth 5. Select Bluetooth Serial Port, then click on the Delete COM Port button. 6. Click on the Local Services tab, then click Add Serial Service. 7. Type a name for the serial service, then select Startup Automatically.
  • Page 157 Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth 9. Open ActiveSync on your computer, then click File > Connection Settings. 10. Check the Allow Serial Cable or Infrared Connection to this COM Port box. 11. Select the COM port that is the same as the one you wrote down earlier, then click OK.
  • Page 158 2. Tap New > ActiveSync via Bluetooth > Next. 3. Follow the connection wizard instructions. Note: Be sure the ActiveSync COM port setting on your HP iPAQ is the same as the COM port setting used for Bluetooth on your computer. See the section “Identifying the Communications...

  • Page 159: Establishing A Serial Connection

    If you are setting up the ActiveSync partnership with an Evo Notebook or Desktop computer, select the name you typed in Step 7 of “Using the HP Bluetooth Multiport Module for Evo Notebooks and Desktops.” Need new screen Establishing a Serial Connection Use the wireless Bluetooth serial port connection just as you would a physical serial cable connection.

  • Page 160: Dial-Up Networking Service

    Bluetooth device through your HP iPAQ. Using Dial-Up Networking Service Note: An activated SIM card must be inserted in your HP iPAQ and the phone must be turned on before beginning this process. To connect to a device that provides phone or modem access: 1.

  • Page 161: Joining A Personal Area Network

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth On the Alternate device: 6. A settings box displays your device dialing *99#. On the Bluetooth My Shortcuts screen, you will see an icon with two green arrows pointing toward each other to indicate a connection has occurred. You can now connect to the internet.

  • Page 162: Creating A File Transfer Connection

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth Creating a File Transfer Connection 1. From the Today screen, tap iPAQ Wireless > Bluetooth > Manager. The first screen that displays is My Shortcuts. 2. Tap New > Browse files on a remote device > Next. 3.

  • Page 163: Deleting A File From A Remote Device

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth 4. Tap File > Get. 5. Tap OK. Deleting a File from a Remote Device 1. Tap and hold a file transfer shortcut icon, and tap Connect. 2. Navigate to the file location on the remote device. 3.
  • Page 164 Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth 4. Tap the Advanced... button. 5. Tap the My business card (vCard) icon. 6. Select your contact name from the Contacts list. 7. Tap OK. Note: To create a new business card, tap the Contacts icon next to the vCard icon and create a new business card.
  • Page 165 Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth Sending Business Cards 1. From the Today screen, tap the iPAQ Wireless icon in the Command bar > Bluetooth > Manager. 2. Tap Tools > Business Card Exchange. 3. Tap the Send icon. 4. Tap the device where you want to send your business card. 5.

  • Page 166: Opening A Connection

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth Exchanging Business Cards You can exchange business card information with another device. If available, the device’s information will be sent directly into your Contacts list in Pocket Outlook. To exchange business cards: 1. From the Today screen, tap the iPAQ Wireless icon in the Command bar >...

  • Page 167: Closing A Connection

    Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth Device’s name Connection status Length of connection Signal strength To view the connection status: 1. From the Today screen, tap the iPAQ Wireless icon in the Command bar > Bluetooth > Manager. 2. Tap and hold an active connection icon or list name, and tap Status.
  • Page 168 Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth Creating a Shortcut Creating a shortcut to one or more services does not establish a connection. It only places a shortcut to that service on the Shortcut tab of the Bluetooth Manager. To create a shortcut: 1.
  • Page 169 Revised: 12/16/04 Using Bluetooth Viewing Shortcuts You can view shortcuts as icons or in a list format. 1. From the Today screen, tap the iPAQ Wireless icon > Bluetooth > Manager. 2. Tap View. 3. Tap List or Icon. 4. Tap OK. User’s Guide 9–29...

  • Page 170: Using The Camera Features

    Camera features are included on certain HP iPAQ hw6500 series Mobile Messenger models. The camera features of the HP iPAQ allow you to turn your HP iPAQ into a mobile digital imaging center. You can share images through e-mail or the Web, or print from your HP iPAQ using Bluetooth.

  • Page 171: Camera Components

    Revised: 12/15/04 Using the Camera Features Camera Components On the back of the HP iPAQ are camera components that assist you in taking photos: 1 LED adds light to close-up photos taken within two feet of the camera. Press the LED toggle on/off button on the camera screen to turn the LED on or off.

  • Page 172: Taking A Photo

    Revised: 12/15/04 Using the Camera Features Taking a Photo When you launch HP Photosmart, the camera screen above appears. The camera icons displayed on the screen are explained in the table below. HP Photosmart Definition Icons Tap to access the camera settings.
  • Page 173 To take a photo: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs > HP Photosmart. 2. Locate the camera lens on the back of the HP iPAQ and frame the subject to be photographed in the digital viewfinder located on the HP iPAQ screen.
  • Page 174 Revised: 12/15/04 Using the Camera Features 5. Press the Shutter button on the left side of the HP iPAQ or press the Shutter icon ( ) on the screen to snap a photo. Tip: You can also take photos by pressing down on the middle of the Navigation button.

  • Page 175: Ending Your Photo Session

    Taking a Video Clip 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs > HP Photosmart. 2. Locate the camera lens on the back of the HP iPAQ and frame the subject to be photographed in the digital viewfinder located on the HP Photosmart screen.

  • Page 176: White Balance

    Resolution settings Self-timer To make changes to the camera settings: 1. From the Start menu, tap Programs > HP Photosmart. 2. Tap the menu icon ( 3. Select the category that you would like to modify from the Settings tab or the Setup tab, then tap Change.

  • Page 177: Compression

    Choose the photo quality from three compressions for the photos you snap. Higher-quality photos look better, especially at greater magnification. Lower-quality photos require less storage space on your HP iPAQ, and may take less time when sending by e-mail or infrared. Good—Lower quality and smallest file size Better (default)—Medium quality and file size...

  • Page 178: Configuring Instant Review

    Revised: 12/15/04 Using the Camera Features 2. Tap Camera Sounds, then tap Change. 3. Tap Off to turn off the sounds, or tap On to turn on the sounds. 4. Tap OK to exit the Settings menu. Configuring Instant Review Instant Review allows you to see a preview of the image you just captured to quickly determine whether you want to keep or discard the image.

  • Page 179: Configuring File Settings

    Configuring File Settings The file settings menu allows you to specify how images are named and stored on your HP iPAQ. Using the File tab settings, you can change the filename prefix of images you capture and adjust the image counter. Additionally, you can specify the folder on your HP iPAQ where images are stored.

  • Page 180: Using Hp Image Zone

    Send photos by MMS, E-mail attachments, Bluetooth, or by Infrared. View a slideshow Print photos Note: You can find more information on using HP Image Zone in the Help files. Tap Start > Help > HP Image Zone. User’s Guide 10–11...
  • Page 181 Revised: 12/15/04 Using the Camera Features When you launch the HP Image Zone, the following icons are displayed on the bottom of the screen. Icon Definition Tap to switch between video and camera mode. Tap to view the photo in full screen.

  • Page 182: Viewing Thumbnail Photos

    To view photos in a different folder: 1. In the Command bar, tap File > Open. 2. Select the desired folder. 3. Tap OK. HP Image Zone now displays the photos from the new file folder you selected. Note: To view all photos in HP Image Zone, be sure to move your scroll bar all the way to the left and then to the right.

  • Page 183: Recording Sound With A Picture

    Revised: 12/15/04 Using the Camera Features Recording Sound With a Picture You can record sound for each picture. When the picture is displayed, the associated sound is played. Pictures with sound have a speaker icon in their thumbnails. To add sound to a picture: 1.
  • Page 184 Bluetooth-enabled printer. 1. To print a photo from HP Instant Share Printing: a. Tap the thumbnail(s) to select the photos to be printed. b. In the Command bar, tap the Print icon ( c.

  • Page 185: E-Mailing A Picture

    Revised: 12/15/04 Using the Camera Features a. From HP Image Zone, tap the thumbnails to select the photos to be moved. b. In the Command bar, tap File > Move to > Card. c. Tap Yes to confirm move. d. Tap Move to confirm again.

  • Page 186: Exiting Hp Image Zone

    Exiting HP Image Zone To exit from HP Image Zone, from the Command Bar, tap File > Exit. To minimize HP Image Zone, tap the X in the upper right corner of the screen. HP Image Transfer Using the HP Image Transfer software and Microsoft ActiveSync 3.7.1, you can automatically transfer photos and videos from your...
  • Page 187 2. Select Install Now located at the top of the Install Desktop Software screen and follow the instructions on the screen. Once HP Image Transfer has been installed and is recognized by ActiveSync, the ActiveSync window displays the Image checkbox.
  • Page 188 For example, you can configure the images to be transferred to a subfolder with the same name as the folder on your HP iPAQ. If you are transferring images from a folder with multiple subfolders, all the subfolders are automatically created in the User’s Guide...

  • Page 189: Tips For Taking Better Pictures

    Settings on the HP iPAQ Image Transfer screen can only be changed while your HP iPAQ is connected to your desktop computer. If your HP iPAQ is not connected, you are notified that settings cannot be changed and are currently inaccessible.

  • Page 190: Expansion Cards

    Installing a Secure Digital (SD) Expansion Card To install an SD or SDIO expansion card or a mini-SD expansion card into an expansion slot on the HP iPAQ: 1. Locate the two slots on the right side of the HP iPAQ. User’s Guide 11–1...
  • Page 191 Note: Be sure the expansion card label is facing the front of the HP iPAQ before inserting it. Note: The top expansion slot 1 is the SDIO slot. It can be used with various types of data cards and provides data exchange functionality.

  • Page 192: Removing A Secure Digital (Sd) Expansion Card

    CAUTION: SD cards must first be unlocked before removal. Ä To remove a Secure Digital (SD) expansion card from the expansion slots on the HP iPAQ: 1. Close all applications that are using the expansion card. 2. Remove the card from the SD expansion slot by slightly pushing down on the card (Step 1) to unlock it.

  • Page 193: Using Inbox And Messaging

    (IMAP4) mail server. You need to set up an e-mail account for each method that you use except for Microsoft ActiveSync, which is set up by default. The ActiveSync folder on your HP iPAQ stores messages that you send and receive through synchronization with a personal computer.

  • Page 194: Synchronizing Inbox

    For information on initiating Inbox synchronization or changing synchronization settings, see ActiveSync Help on your personal computer. Note: MMS messages are not received through synchronization. Instead, they are sent to your HP iPAQ via your service provider. 12–2 User’s Guide...

  • Page 195: Using Folders

    Using Inbox and Messaging Using Folders Each e-mail account, text message account, and MMS account has its own folder hierarchy with five default folders: Inbox, Outbox, Deleted Items, Drafts, and Sent Items. The messages you receive and send through the mail account are stored in these folders.

  • Page 196: Setting Up An Account

    Therefore, messages are available to you anytime you connect to your mail server, whether it is from your HP iPAQ or personal computer. This synchronization of folders occurs whenever you connect to your mail server, create new folders, or rename/delete folders when connected.

  • Page 197: E-Mail Setup

    Using Inbox and Messaging 1. From the Start menu, tap Messaging > Accounts > Accounts. 2. Tap the name of the account, and follow the instructions on the screen. To delete an account: 1. Tap Accounts > Accounts. 2. Tap and hold the name of the account, and then tap Delete. Note: You can set up several e-mail accounts including your ActiveSync account, but you can set up only one MMS account.
  • Page 198 Using Inbox and Messaging Change the time intervals for downloading new messages by tapping the Minute(s) box and entering a new number of minutes. Download attachments. Limit the amount of messages downloaded. Note: Inbox automatically picks the correct connection to use for the e-mail account you create.

  • Page 199: Downloading Messages

    Using Inbox and Messaging Download Messages From the Server 1. In Inbox, tap Accounts > Connect to open a connection to the Internet or your corporate network, depending on the account. 2. Tap Accounts and ensure that the account you want to use is selected (marked by a bullet).

  • Page 200: Compose And Send A Message

    Using Inbox and Messaging MMS and text messages are automatically sent to you when your phone is turned on. Otherwise, messages are held by your service provider until the next time your phone is turned Compose and Send a Message 1.

  • Page 201: Reply To Or Forward A Message

    Using Inbox and Messaging Reply to or Forward a Message 1. Tap on the message to open it, tap the reply icon in the navigation bar, and then tap Reply, Reply All, or Forward. 2. Enter your response. To quickly add common messages, tap My Text and tap a desired message.

  • Page 202: Receive Meeting Requests

    Using Inbox and Messaging you reach Server Information, and then tap Options. Tap Next twice, and then select Get full copy of messages and When getting full copy, get attachments. Note: Embedded images and OLE objects cannot be received as attachments.

  • Page 203: Using Messaging

    Using Inbox and Messaging 3. Tap the response icon ( ) and, from the pop-up menu, tap Accept, Tentative, or Decline. If you want, you can also include a written message with the response. The response will be sent the next time that you synchronize or connect to your e-mail server, and your device Calendar will be updated.
  • Page 204 Using Inbox and Messaging Messages longer than 160 alpha-numeric characters will be sent as multiple text messages. A character count is visible when text messages (New/Reply/Forward) are composed. The count also shows how many text messages will be generated when the message is sent.

  • Page 205: Multimedia Messaging Service (Mms)

    Using Inbox and Messaging Receiving Text Messages When you receive Text messages, the e-mail icon ( ) notifies you by displaying in the Navigation bar. Note: The e-mail icon ( ) also notifies you of e-mail and MMS messages. Tap on the e-mail icon to view the Text message. Need new screenshot Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS)
  • Page 206 Using Inbox and Messaging You may see the following icons displayed on the MMS Composer screens: Icon Definition Tap to preview MMS message Tap to send an MMS message Navigation buttons - Tap to navigate forward and backward through the slides Tap to display photos/videos as file list Tap to display thumbnails Tap to display individual photos...
  • Page 207 Using Inbox and Messaging 2. In the Choose A MMS screen, tap a format icon to create a new MMS message. NOTE: Messages are created by combining one or more slides on an MMS. A slide can consist of a photograph or video clip, sound file, and text.
  • Page 208 Using Inbox and Messaging 10. Tap the audio clip to be added and tap the Select icon ( NOTE: To preview the audio clip before selecting it, use the playback controls on the bottom of the screen. Play/Pause ( and Stop ( ) controls are available.
  • Page 209 Using Inbox and Messaging 4. When you’re ready, tap Send. Otherwise, tap Cancel. Note: If you are working offline, the message is moved to the Outbox folder and will be sent the next time you connect. User’s Guide 12–17...

  • Page 210: Managing The Battery

    CAUTION: Use only an HP approved battery for your HP iPAQ. Using Ä a battery not approved by HP will void the warranty. Inserting a battery that does not comply with HP requirements may cause the HP iPAQ to malfunction.

  • Page 211: Installing The Battery

    Managing the Battery Installing the Battery To install the removable/rechargeable battery in the HP iPAQ hw6500 series: 1. First remove the back cover of the device by pressing down on the battery latch 1 and sliding the cover down 2 and off of the device.
  • Page 212 Managing the Battery 2. Align the battery connectors with the housing pins 1 in the battery compartment and insert the battery. 3. Press the battery down into the battery housing 2. User’s Guide 13–3...

  • Page 213: Removing The Battery

    CAUTION: Before removing the battery, use iPAQ Backup or Ä ActiveSync to back up data on your HP iPAQ. If you need to clear the memory during the removal process, you will be able to restore the data. To prevent losing information, you can also copy user-installed applications to the iPAQ File Store folder.

  • Page 214: Charging The Battery

    CAUTION: Because most of the applications and data you install on Ä your HP iPAQ are held in memory (RAM), you will need to reinstall them if the battery completely discharges or if the battery is removed from the unit for more than 15 minutes. Otherwise, when fully charged, the internal backup battery will save the user installed data for up to 15 minutes when the standard battery is removed.

  • Page 215: Charging With The Ac Adapter

    Charging with the AC Adapter The standard AC Adapter works in a standard electrical outlet. You can also charge your HP iPAQ in your automobile with an automobile adapter that works in your vehicle’s electrical cigarette lighter or a 12-volt power outlet.
  • Page 216 4. When the Power button indicator on the top of the HP iPAQ turns solid amber, the unit is fully charged and you can disconnect the AC Adapter. The approximate time to fully charge a drained battery is four hours.

  • Page 217: Charging With The Hp Ipaq Cradle And Ac Adapter

    AC Adapter to the AC connector on the cradle 2. 2. Slide the bottom of your HP iPAQ into the cradle 3 and push firmly to seat it. CAUTION: To avoid damaging your HP iPAQ or the cradle, check to Ä...

  • Page 218: Charging Over A Usb Connection

    Managing the Battery Charging Over a USB Connection You can charge your HP iPAQ with a USB connection to a personal computer or notebook computer using the HP iPAQ Cradle without an AC Adapter connected, or by using an optional USB Autosync Cable.

  • Page 219: Changing The Backlight Settings

    For faster charging, turn off all wireless activity and place your HP iPAQ in standby mode. Note: The charging indicator does not blink when the HP iPAQ is turned on and being charged with a USB connection. Changing the Backlight Settings...

  • Page 220: Manually Monitoring The Battery

    Managing the Battery To disable the Auto Power On function of the Application Buttons or the Record Button: 1. Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Buttons > Lock tab. 2. Tap in the Disable all buttons except power button checkbox.

  • Page 221: Using Security Features

    When you enable HP ProtectTools, you have the option of entering a PIN and/or password to access the HP iPAQ. If you forget your PIN or password, you can access the device with a...

  • Page 222: Setting Up Security

    You have to restore your device to factory settings, resulting in the loss of all data on your HP iPAQ, including data stored in iPAQ File Store. It is recommended that you remember your PIN/password and question/answer.
  • Page 223 4. Tap Next. 5. From the Unlock Settings screen, select the method in which you want to unlock your HP iPAQ, along with the number of attempts allowed for each setting: Simple 4-digit PIN—enter a minimum four-digit number Password—enter a combination of numbers and/or...
  • Page 224 Select whether to keep security after a hard reset. Note: It is recommended that you select this option to ensure that the data stored in your HP iPAQ remains secure after a hard reset. 8. Tap Next. 9. From the Encryption Settings screen: Select the encryption strength.

  • Page 225: Using Your Hp Ipaq With Hp Protecttools

    Answer the question two times for verification purposes. 16. Tap OK. Your HP iPAQ resets itself after a few seconds, or you can tap the Reset Device button to reset the device immediately.
  • Page 226 HP iPAQ returns to its default settings and loses all information (files, settings, etc.) except data stored in iPAQ File Store. In this case, you must still answer your hint question to regain access to your HP iPAQ. For more information on performing a hard reset, refer to Chapter 1, “Getting to Know Your HP iPAQ Mobile Messenger.”...
  • Page 227 This may take a few moments depending on the amount of data you chose to have encrypted. However, encryption runs in the background, and you can perform other tasks on your HP iPAQ during this time. You can monitor the decryption process in two ways:...

  • Page 228: Changing Your Hp Protecttools Settings

    If you enable Server Synchronization on ActiveSync, it is recommended that you do not select a Mobile Schedule to automatically initiate synchronization. Since authentication and decryption are necessary when the HP iPAQ is turned on, screenshot automatic synchronization does not work properly when HP ProtectTools is enabled.
  • Page 229 Change Passwords Manage Encrypted Folders Manage Security Settings Lock Device Selecting this option allows you to manually lock your HP iPAQ, requiring authentication to access the device. Data and files are not encrypted. Logoff Selecting this option allows you to manually log off your HP iPAQ, requiring authentication to access the device.
  • Page 230 6. Tap OK. Note: You cannot encrypt existing folders. For more information on managing encrypted folders, refer to HP ProtectTools Help. To access encryption Help, from the Today screen, tap the Yellow Lock icon > Yellow Lock icon in upper-left corner of the HP ProtectTools screen > Help >...
  • Page 231 Revised: 12/16/04 Using Security Features 5. Use the Programs tab to select any programs you do not want to stop running when you log off. For more information, tap the Programs tab, then tap Help at the bottom of the screen.
  • Page 232 Using Security Features User’s Guide 14–12...

  • Page 233: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Self-Test Diagnostics Use the Self-Test application to run tests on the operation of your device. The diagnostics application tests for sound, notification, GSM/GPRS, and buttons. To run the Self-Test application: 1. From the Start menu, tap Settings > System tab > Self-Test. 2.

  • Page 234: Common Problems

    Common Problems To receive support from an HP-qualified technical support specialist, visit the HP support Web site at www.hp.com/support. To find information on the support Web site for your specific product, be sure to have your model or product name available.
  • Page 235 Be sure the HP iPAQ battery is charged. screen. Be sure the HP iPAQ is connected to the AC Adapter and the HP iPAQ Cradle. Reset the device by using the stylus to lightly press the Reset button.
  • Page 236 The device will not operate until the HP iPAQ screen battery is within the acceptable temperature range (32° to that the battery 104° F). Remove the HP iPAQ from extreme hot or cold temperature is environmental conditions. out of range.
  • Page 237 Check to see if your wireless application is turned on open the Inbox, and you are receiving a wireless signal. I receive an Check to see if your SIM card is inserted in your HP error or the iPAQ. application Limit the number of e-mail services you create.
  • Page 238 Screen freezes, Try resetting your HP iPAQ. Refer to the information on responds slowly, Resetting the Unit in Chapter 1, “Getting to Know Your HP or no response. iPAQ Mobile Messenger.”...

  • Page 239: Activesync

    HP connecting your HP iPAQ to it. iPAQ Cradle. Be sure your HP iPAQ is connected to the HP iPAQ Cradle, and that the cradle is connected to your computer. Be sure your HP iPAQ is securely seated in the cradle and is making contact with the cradle connector.
  • Page 240 Remove your HP iPAQ from the HP iPAQ cradle or disconnect it from the Autosync cable, power on the unit by pressing the Power button, then put it back in the HP iPAQ cradle or reconnect it to the Autosync cable.

  • Page 241: Phone

    Problem Solution Phone will not turn Check to see if your SIM card is inserted in the HP iPAQ. Be sure the battery in your HP iPAQ is charged. If the HP iPAQ is powering on and the phone still does not turn on, contact your mobile phone service provider for help.
  • Page 242 Troubleshooting Problem Solution (Continued) Phone runs out of HP iPAQ automatically manages the allocation of memory. memory between storage and program memory. When memory is low, try the following: Move data to a storage card. Move e-mail attachments to a storage card.

  • Page 243: Expansion Cards

    SD expansion Reset the device by using the stylus to lightly press the card. Reset button on the bottom of the HP iPAQ. I cannot insert Be sure the label is facing the front of the unit. my SD card.

  • Page 244: Bluetooth

    Troubleshooting Bluetooth For more information on Bluetooth, refer to Chapter 9, “Using Bluetooth.” Problem Solution I cannot Be sure Bluetooth is turned on. discover Move closer to the other device. another Be sure you have not limited your ability to see devices. Bluetooth device.
  • Page 245 Check Bluetooth Settings to be sure you have not business card restricted this function. information. The HP iPAQ Be sure your mobile phone is in discoverable mode. cannot find my Contact your mobile phone manufacturer and ask if Bluetooth- there is a firmware upgrade.

  • Page 246: Gps Navigation

    Does the requested address fall within the boundaries the address of the city or area map downloaded to your HP iPAQ? If screen. it does not, then this address will not be available on the map.
  • Page 247 If you copied your map to an SD memory card, is your states there is memory card inserted? no map If you recently lost power to your HP iPAQ or performed available when I a hard reset, and you did not back up your software launch it.
  • Page 248 Troubleshooting 15–16 User’s Guide...

  • Page 249: A Regulatory Notices

    Regulatory Notices Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.

  • Page 250: Declaration Of Conformity For Products Marked With The Fcc Logo-United States Only

    Regulatory Notices Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard Company may void the authority to operate the equipment. Cables Connections to this device must be made with shielded cables with metallic RFI/EMI connector hoods in order to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.

  • Page 251: Canadian Notice

    Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC EMC Directive 89/336/EEC Note: CE Compliance of this product is valid only if powered with the correct HP-provided and CE marked AC adapter. If this product has telecommunication functionality, it also complies with the essential requirements of: R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC...

  • Page 252: Notice For France And Italy For Use Of 2.4 Ghz Wireless Communication

    Regulatory Notices This compliance is indicated by the following conformity marking placed on the product: XXXX This marking is valid for This marking is valid for EU non-harmonized non-Telecom products and EU Telecom products . harmonized Telecom products *Notified body number (used only if applicable - (e.g.

  • Page 253: Battery Warning

    To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts, or dispose of in fire or water. Replace only with the HP battery Spare Part Number xxxxxx-001. Replacing with a non-approved HP battery will void the warranty.

  • Page 254: Taiwan Battery Recycling Notice

    Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations require you to have permission from a crew member to use the phone features on your HP iPAQ while the plane is on the ground. To prevent interference with wireless systems, local Radio Frequency (RF) regulations prohibit using the phone features on your HP iPAQ while the plane is in the air.

  • Page 255: Medical Electronic Equipment

    RF energy. Turn off your HP iPAQ in health care facilities or hospitals when there are posted restrictions requiring you to do so. Wireless Notices In some environments, the use of wireless devices may be restricted.

  • Page 256: Health And Safety Information-Fcc

    Regulatory Notices Health and Safety Information—FCC Since your HP wireless phone is a radio transmitter and receiver, you may be exposed to Radio Frequency (RF) signals when it is powered on. However, your HP wireless phone has been designed so that it does not exceed the emission limits for exposure to radio frequency energy that are set by the Federal Communications Commission of the U.S.

  • Page 257: Australian Wireless Notice

    Regulatory Notices Australian Wireless Notice WARNING: Switch off this device whenever in an area with a Å potentially explosive atmosphere (i.e., service stations, chemical plants, etc.). Japanese Regulatory Wireless Notice Brazilian Regulatory Wireless Notice Este equipamento opera em caráter secundário, isto é, não tem direito a proteção contra interferência prejudicial, mesmo de estações do mesmo tipo, e não pode causar interferência a sistemas operando em caráter primário.

  • Page 258: Singaporean Wireless Notice

    Regulatory Notices Singaporean Wireless Notice Switch off your cellular telephone when in an aircraft. The use of cellular telephones in an aircraft may be dangerous to the operation of the aircraft, disrupt the cellular network, and is illegal. Failure to observe this instruction may lead to suspension or denial of cellular services to the offender, or legal action or both.

  • Page 259: Taiwanese Wireless Notice

    Regulatory Notices the limit of 2 W/kg averaged over 10 grams of tissue. The highest SAR value for this model phone when tested is as follows: GSM900: 0.652 W/kg (10g) (CHANGE- WALTER?) PCN1800: 0.487 W/kg (10g)(CHANGE- WALTER?) Taiwanese Wireless Notice 0.652 0.487 User’s Guide...
  • Page 260 Regulatory Notices A–12 User’s Guide...

  • Page 261: System Specifications

    Revised: 12/16/04 Specifications System Specifications System Feature Description Processor Intel® PXA272 Processor 312 MHz Operating Windows Mobile™ 2003 Second Edition software for System Pocket PC - Phone Edition SDRAM 64-MB SDRAM (46 MB user accessible) 64-MB Flash ROM iPAQ File Store Up to 8-MB Storage (not available in Traditional Chinese, (nonvolatile...
  • Page 262 Specifications System Feature Description (Continued) Camera Built-in SXGA 1.2MP with LED flash, 640 x 480 resolution, JPEG and 3GP format, support for still image, and video playback, H.263 & MPEG4 (not included with all models) Keyboard Integrated QWERTY Thumb Keyboard with 26 LED backlit alpha-numeric keys, one Function key, and two application buttons - Calendar and Start menu buttons.
  • Page 263 Revised: 12/16/04 Specifications System Description (Continued) Feature GSM / GPRS / Global voice and data wireless network (Global System for EDGE Mobile Communications [GSM], General Packet Radio Technology Services [GPRS], Enhanced Data Rates for Global Evolution [EDGE] (Continued) Circuit Normal Single Slot GSM Circuit Switched Data @ 9.6 Switched Data Kbps Transparent and Non-Transparent data High Speed Circuit Switched Data (HSCSD) multi-slot...

  • Page 264: Physical Specifications

    Solid amber indicates unit is fully charged. When connected to AC power, LED off indicates power to unit is off. NOTE: Power LED does not light when the HP iPAQ is disconnected from AC power. Bluetooth Blinking blue indicates Bluetooth is powered On. (LED on LED off indicates Bluetooth is powered Off.

  • Page 265: Operating Environment

    Revised: 12/16/04 Specifications Operating Environment Environment Metric Temperature Operating 32° to 104° F 0° to 40° C Nonoperating -4° to 140° F -20° to 60° C Relative Humidity Operating up to 90% up to 90% Nonoperating up to 90% up to 90% Maximum Altitude Operating 15,000 ft...

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