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  • Page 1 ® ViewSonic Pocket PC V35 User Guide...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1 Identifying Components ... 2 2 Setting the Battery Switch ... 3 3 Charging the Battery ... 3 4 Starting Your V35 ... 4 5 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync ... 4 6 Connecting to Your PC ... 5 Register Your Product ... 6 For More Information ...
  • Page 3 Storage and Program Memory ... 32 Memory Cards ... 32 SDRAM Memory Allocation ... 32 Finding and Organizing Information ... 33 Customizing Your V35 ... 34 Setting a Password ... 35 Adding or Removing Programs ... 35 Adding Programs ... 35 Removing Programs ...
  • Page 4 Tips for Working in Pocket Excel ... 58 Windows Media Player for Pocket PC ... 59 Microsoft Reader ... 60 Getting Books onto Your V35 ... 60 Using the Library ... 61 Reading a Book ... 62 Using Reader Features ... 62 Removing a Book ...
  • Page 5 European Regulatory Notice ... 80 Battery Replacement ... 80 About the AC Adapter ... 81 About Electrostatic Discharge ... 81 Limited Warranty ... 82 Specifications ... 83 SDRAM Memory Allocation ... 84 Data Loss Disclaimer ... 84 ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 6: Product Registration

    Corporate names and trademarks are the property of their respective companies. Disclaimer: ViewSonic Corporation shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors or omissions contained herein; nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from furnishing this material, or the performance or use of this product.
  • Page 7 ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    This chapter introduces you to the internal and external components of the ViewSonic Pocket PC V35. Package Contents When you unpack the contents of the Pocket PC V35, verify that you have all of the items listed below. • ViewSonic Pocket PC V35 •...

  • Page 9: Quick Start

    QUICK START Using the V35 for the first time Identifying Components SD Card Slot Infrared (IR) Port Touch Screen Lanyard Eyelet Scroll Dial Record Button Reset Switch Program Buttons (4) Microphone USB Cradle Connector Power Button Stylus Notification Indicator (Red)

  • Page 10: Setting The Battery Switch

    Setting the Battery Switch The switch on the back of your Pocket PC V35 should be switched to the ON (down) position. If this is not the case, please set it to ON. Make sure that theV35 is turned off.

  • Page 11: Starting Your V35

    Fully charging may require a couple of hours. The amber battery-charging indicator turns off when the battery is fully charged. NOTE: Whenever possible, charge the battery by connecting the V35 to an AC power source. This will keep the battery charged and prevent data loss or damage to the battery in case the battery has been kept in a discharged state for too long.

  • Page 12: Connecting To Your Pc

    Follow the on-screen instructions to synchronize the V35 with your PC. After your first synchronization, the data you have stored on your PC, such as Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks, is copied to your V35. You’re now ready to take it along with you when you go.

  • Page 13: Register Your Product

    Go to www.ViewSonic.com to register your V35. You will need to know the serial number of your V35 (see the back of the V35). To help with identification in the event of theft or loss, keep this User Guide as a permanent record of your purchase.

  • Page 14: Hardware Features

    Hardware Features The illustrations below introduce you to the various buttons, connectors, ports, and other features of your V35. Front Components Component Touch Screen Program Buttons Microphone Directional Pad Speaker Battery Charge Indicator Notification Indicator ViewSonic Pocket PC V35 Description Selects menu commands or input text.

  • Page 15: Rear Components

    Rear Components Component Battery Switch Description Restores your V35 to the factory default settings and clears all data stored in RAM. NOTE: Always leave the switch in the ON (down) position unless you need to perform a hard reset. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 16: Right-Side Components

    Right-Side Components Component Stereo Headphone Connector ViewSonic Pocket PC V35 Description Connects stereo headphones.

  • Page 17: Left-Side Components

    Scroll Dial Record Button Reset Switch Description Lanyard attaches to this opening. Selects the highlighted item, or scrolls up or down in a document. Record voice notes by pressing and holding this button. Restarts your V35. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 18: Top Components

    Accepts an optional Secure Digital card for extended memory capacity or extended capabilities. Turns your V35 On or Off, or turns the backlight On or Off by pressing and holding this button. Store the stylus in the stylus slot when not in use.

  • Page 19: V35 Usb Cradle

    V35 USB Cradle The USB cradle provides a convenient way to charge your V35 and connect your V35 to a PC through a USB connection. Ref Component USB Connector Power Connector Connects to the DC plug of the AC adapter.

  • Page 20: Battery Charging Options

    Without the cradle Connect the DC plug from the AC adapter to the power connector on the bottom of the V35, and plug the AC adapter into an AC outlet. The battery-charger indicator lights amber when charging is taking place.

  • Page 21: Expanding The Memory Capacity

    Expanding the Memory Capacity Using an SD Card (Optional) Your V35 has an SD card slot which accepts an SD (Secure Digital) memory card. You can purchase an SD card to expand the memory capacity and capabilities of your V35.

  • Page 22: Basic Skills

    V35. Using the Stylus Use the stylus to navigate and select objects on the V35 touch-screen. NOTE: You can extend the stylus to hold it more comfortably. • Tap: Touch the screen once with the stylus to open items and select options.

  • Page 23: Today Screen

    Today Screen When you turn on your V35 for the first time each day (or after 4 hours of inactivity), you will see the Today screen. On the Today screen, you can see at a glance important information for the day.

  • Page 24: Status Icons

    Meaning Speaker is On Speaker is Off Main battery is charging Main battery is low Main battery is very low Main battery is fully charged Connection is active Synchronization is beginning or ending Synchronization is occurring ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 25: Navigation Bar And Command Bar

    Buttons Menu names Tap to change Volume or Mute all sounds. Tap to quickly select a program you have recently used. Tap to select a program. Tap to see additional adjustments. Tap to customize the device. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 26: Running Programs

    Programs to access additional programs. Tap the icon to run the program. • Press program buttons on the front of your V35 to open the program. The icons on the buttons identify the programs they are associated with. (You can customize which programs are associated with the buttons.

  • Page 27: Pop-Up Menus

    Notifications Your V35 reminds you in a variety of ways when you have something to do. For example, if you have set up an appointment in Calendar, a task with a due date in Tasks, or an alarm in Clock, you will be notified in any of the following ways: •...

  • Page 28: Entering Information

    Input panel button to see your choices. Input Panel button When you use the Input panel, your V35 anticipates the word you are typing or writing and displays it above the Input panel. When you tap the displayed word, ViewSonic Pocket PC V35 Select an input method.
  • Page 29 The more you use your V35, the more words it learns to anticipate. NOTE: To change word suggestion options, such as the number of words suggested at one time, tap Setting on the Start menu. On the Personal tab, tap Input, then tap the Word Completion tab.
  • Page 30 Tap the arrow next to the Input panel button, and then tap Transcriber. Write anywhere on the screen. For specific instructions on using Transcriber, open Transcriber and then tap the question mark in the lower-right corner of the screen. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 31: Writing On The Screen

    If you write accidentally on the screen, tap Tools, then Undo, and try again. You can also select text by tapping the Pen button to deselect it and then dragging the stylus across the screen. Tap the Pen button and use your stylus like a pen. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...
  • Page 32 Recognize on the Tools menu (or press and hold the selected words and then tap Recognize on the pop-up menu). If a word is not recognized, it is left as writing. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35 Select the text you want to convert and tap Recognize on the Pop-up menu.
  • Page 33 Tap the word you want to use. Or, tap outside the pop-up window to return to your original writing. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 34: Drawing On The Screen

    Edit menu. To resize a drawing, make sure the Pen button is not selected, and then drag a selection handle. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35 The drawing box indicates the boundaries of the drawing.

  • Page 35: Recording A Message

    Press and hold the record button on the left side of the unit. If the speaker is not muted, a beep indicates that your V35 is recording. The notification LED at the top of the unit glows red while recording is in progress.

  • Page 36: Using My Text

    Recording Formats Your V35 supports several formats for voice notes. The formats vary in both the quality of the recording and the size of the sound file. When selecting a recording format, you should consider the quality you need as well as how much storage memory the recording will use on your V35.
  • Page 37 ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 38: Managing Your V35

    It is important to maintain a continuous power supply to the V35 to prevent data or files stored in RAM from being damaged. Your V35 can operate either on external AC power or internal battery power. Note that you will lose any information, programs or settings that you have added if the battery completely runs out of power.

  • Page 39: Managing Memory

    V35 auto-suspends. Press the power button to turn off your V35 when it is not in use, even for a short time. • Always use AC power when connecting your V35 to your PC. Note that your V35 will not auto-suspend while it is connected.

  • Page 40: Finding And Organizing Information

    NOTE: To quickly find information that is taking up storage space on your V35, select Larger than 64KB under Type. You can also use the File Explorer to find files on your V35 and to organize these files into folders. On the Start menu, tap Programs, and then tap File Explorer.

  • Page 41: Customizing Your V35

    Customizing Your V35 You can customize the settings of the V35 to your own preferences. Tap Start, then tap Memory cards Settings. You can tap any of the icons on the Personal, System, or Connections tabs to customize your V35. The...

  • Page 42: Setting A Password

    Tap the digits or characters to set your password. You can set a four-digit password, or a long password containing a combination of at least seven characters, digits or punctuation. You can set the time for the V35 to prompt for a password after idling. Tap OK. Adding or Removing Programs...

  • Page 43: Backing Up Data

    • Microsoft ActiveSync. ActiveSync enables you to back up data to your PC. You can back up all data on your V35, or only your PIM databases (Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks). You can set ActiveSync to back up automatically each time you connect, or you can back up manually, whenever you choose.
  • Page 44 Remove the memory card after the restore process is complete, and reset your V35. IMPORTANT: When you restore data, your V35 must have the same regional settings that it had when you completed the backup; otherwise, you will not be able to restore the files.
  • Page 45 ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 46: Microsoft Activesync

    Using Microsoft ActiveSync NOTE: ActiveSync is already installed on your V35. You need to install ActiveSync on your PC. (For information on installing ActiveSync, see Step 5 of the Quick Start procedure in Chapter 1, “Installing Microsoft ActiveSync and Connecting to Your PC.”...

  • Page 47: Synchronizing Data

    Once you have created a synchronization partnership and completed the first synchronization, you can initiate synchronization from your V35. Follow this procedure: Connect your V35 to your PC. (See “Connecting Your PC” in Chapter 1.) On your V35, tap , and then tap ActiveSync.

  • Page 48: Connecting To Your Pc

    PC is on, you have installed ActiveSync on your PC, and ActiveSync is configured to allow a USB connection. You can keep your V35 in the cradle when you are not carrying it with you, which keeps it charged and synchronized.
  • Page 49 ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 50: Pocket Outlook

    Tap to create a new appointment. NOTE: You can customize the Calendar display (for example, change the first day of the week), by tapping Options on the Tools menu. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35 Tap to go to Today. Tap to display or edit the...

  • Page 51: Creating An Appointment

    Thoughts and Ideas” later in this chapter. Tap OK to return to Calendar. NOTE: If you select Remind me in an appointment, your V35 will remind you according to the options set in the Sounds & Notifications control panel. Tap to return to the calendar (the appointment is saved automatically).

  • Page 52: Using The Summary Screen

    From the list of email addresses in Contacts, select the meeting attendees. The meeting notice is created automatically and placed in the Outbox folder. For more information on sending and receiving meeting requests, see Calendar Help and Inbox Help on your V35. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35 View appointment details.

  • Page 53: Managing Contacts

    Contacts maintains a list of your friends and colleagues so that you can easily find the information you are looking for, whether you are at home or on the road. Using the IR port on the V35, you can quickly share Contacts information with users of Pocket PCs and other mobile devices.

  • Page 54: Finding A Contact

    To show all contacts again, select All Contacts. To view a contact not assigned to a category, select None. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35 Scroll to see more fields. Notes is a good place for...

  • Page 55: Using The Summary Screen

    Using the Summary Screen When you tap a contact in the contact list, a summary screen displays. To change the contact information, tap Edit. Tap to change contact information. View contact details. Tap to view notes. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 56: Tasks: Keeping A To Do List

    Select the category of tasks you want to display in the list. Tap to create a new task. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35 Select the sort order of the list. ! Indicates high priority. Tap to display or edit the task details.

  • Page 57: Creating A Task

    For more information on creating notes, see “Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas” later in this chapter. Tap OK to return to the task list. Tap to choose from predefined subjects. Notes is a good place for maps and drawings. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 58: Using The Summary Screen

    Using the Summary Screen When you tap a task in the task list, a summary screen displays. To change the task, tap Edit. Tap to change task. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35 View task details. Tap to show or hide additional summary information.

  • Page 59: Notes: Capturing Thoughts And Ideas

    Tap to change the sort order of the list. Tap to change open a note or play a recording. Press and hold to display a pop-up menu of actions. Tap to record. Tap to show or hide the Recording toolbar. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 60: Inbox: Sending And Receiving Email

    • Messages are copied from the mail folders of Exchange or Outlook on your PC to the ActiveSync folder in Inbox on your V35. • Email messages in the Outbox folder on your V35 are transferred to Exchange or Outlook, and then sent from those programs.
  • Page 61 IMPORTANT: When you synchronize with your PC, by default, you will receive messages from the last three days only, the first 100 lines of each new message, and file attachments of less than 100 KB in size. The original messages remain on your PC. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 62: Managing Email Messages And Folders

    By default, messages are displayed in one of five folders for each service you have created: Inbox, Deleted Items, Drafts, Outbox, and Sent Items. The Deleted Items folder contains messages that were deleted from the V35. The behavior of the Deleted and Sent Items folders depends on the options you have chosen.
  • Page 63 ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 64: Companion Programs

    You can create new documents on your V35 or you can copy documents from your PC. IMPORTANT: Synchronize documents between your PC and your V35 regularly so that you have the most up-to-date content in both locations.

  • Page 65: Tips For Working In Pocket Word

    You can create new workbooks in your V35, or you can copy workbooks from your PC to your V35. Synchronize workbooks between your PC and your V35 so that you have the most up-to- date content in both locations. Pocket Excel provides fundamental spreadsheet tools, such as formulas, functions, sorting, and filtering, which enable you to create simple workbooks, such as expense reports and mileage logs.

  • Page 66: Windows Media Player For Pocket Pc

    Windows Media Player for Pocket PC Use Microsoft Windows Media Player for V35 to play digital audio and video files that are stored on your V35 or on a network. To switch to Windows Media Player for V35, tap and tap Windows Media.

  • Page 67: Microsoft Reader

    Each book consists of a cover page, an optional table of contents, and the pages of the book. You can: • Page through the book by using the scroll dial on your V35 or by tapping the page number on each page.

  • Page 68: Using The Library

    Using the Library The Library is your Reader home page. The home page displays a list of all books stored on your V35 or storage card. To open the Library: • On the Reader command bar, tap Library. • On a book page, tap the book title, and tap Library, on the pop-up menu.

  • Page 69: Reading A Book

    In addition to the text, each book page includes a page number and book title. Tap to select a navigation option. You can also page through a book by using the scroll dial on your V35. Using Reader Features Reading a book electronically gives you several options not available with paper books.

  • Page 70: Removing A Book

    Removing a Book When you finish reading a book, you can delete it to conserve space on your V35. If a copy of the book is stored on your PC, you can download it again at any time. To remove a book from your V35, press and hold the title in the Library list, and then tap Delete on the pop-up menu.

  • Page 71: Other Programs

    Backup enables you to back up all data stored in the internal (RAM) memory on your V35. For more information, see section “Backing up Data” in Chapter 3. In addition, you can install the following programs from the Pocket PC V35 Companion CD: Program ClearVue™...

  • Page 72: Pocket Internet Explorer

    Mobile Favorites subfolder in Internet Explorer on the PC. To start Pocket Internet Explorer: • On the Start menu, tap Internet Explorer. The Pocket Internet Explorer home page: ViewSonic Pocket PC V35 Hide pictures button Favorites button Home button Refresh button...

  • Page 73: Viewing Mobile Favorites And Channels

    You will see the page that was downloaded the last time you synchronized with your PC. If the page is not on your V35, it will be dimmed in the Favorites list. You will need to synchronize with your PC again to download the page to your V35, or connect to the Internet to view the page.

  • Page 74: Favorite Links

    Unless you mark the favorite link as a mobile favorite, only the link (and not the page) will be downloaded to your V35, and you must connect to your ISP or network to view the content. For more information on synchronization, see ActiveSync Help on your PC.

  • Page 75: Using Avantgo Channels

    AvantGo is a free interactive service that gives you access to personalized content and thousands of popular Web sites. You subscribe to AvantGo channels directly from your V35. Then you synchronize your V35 with your PC or connect to the Internet to download the content. For more information, visit the AvantGo Web site.

  • Page 76: Getting Connected

    “Using Microsoft ActiveSync” in Chapter 4.) You have the following connection options: • Use the infrared (IR) port on the V35 to exchange (send/receive) files with another mobile device. If this is the method you want to use, see the “Transferring Information Using Infrared”...
  • Page 77 ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 78: Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    V35. For example, you should reset your V35: • After you restore data from your PC. • When your V35 stops responding. (In other words, it appears to be “frozen” or “locked up.”) Follow this procedure to reset your V35: Remove the memory card (if installed).

  • Page 79: Restoring Factory Defaults

    Unscrew the tip of your stylus. Use the tip to press the reset button on the side of your V35. Restoring Factory Defaults In some cases, you may need to restore your V35 to the factory default settings by clearing the memory (RAM) from your V35. For example, you should clear the memory: •...

  • Page 80: Power Problems

    Power Problems Power does not turn on when using battery power • The remaining battery power may be too low to run your V35. Connect the AC adapter to your V35 and to external AC power. Then, turn on your V35.

  • Page 81: Memory Problems

    • In Internet Explorer options, delete all files then clear history. In Internet Explorer, tap Tools then Options. Tap Delete Files then Clear History. • If you are copying files from a computer or other device to your V35, try adjusting the slider in the Memory setting. Tap System tab, then tap Memory.

  • Page 82: Screen Problems

    Align Screen. If you cannot realign the touch screen, turn off the V35. Press and hold the scroll dial, then press the power button to turn on the V35. You should now be able to start the touch screen alignment process.

  • Page 83: Connection Problems

    • Avoid exposing your V35 to direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light for extended periods of time. • Do not place anything on top of your V35 as this may damage the display. • Do not drop your V35. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 84: Travel Guidelines

    • Hand-carry your V35 in a protective case. • Consult the airlines first before using your V35 on the plane. You need to be very careful when using electronic devices during the flight. • If you plan to travel abroad with your V35, consult your dealer for the appropriate AC adapter for use in your country of destination.

  • Page 85: Customer Support

    • You will need to provide the product serial number (on the back of the V35). • Before sending the V35 out for service, be sure to backup all data and remove all third party software. See the Data Loss Disclaimer in...

  • Page 86: Appendix

    Part 15 of FCC rules. Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canada Interference-Causing equipment regulations. Cet appareil numérique de Classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement Canadien sur le matériel brouileur. ViewSonic Pocket PC V35...

  • Page 87: European Regulatory Notice

    The battery must be replaced by authorized service personnel. Contact your dealer or ViewSonic for service contact information. Do not attempt to replace the battery yourself. WARNING: This unit contains a Lithium Ion battery that is not user- replaceable.

  • Page 88: About The Ac Adapter

    About the AC Adapter CAUTION: Only use the AC adapter (PHIHONG, PSC0R-050) supplied with your Pocket PC V35. Use of another type of AC adapter will result in malfunction and/or danger. NOTE: This product is intended to be supplied with a Listed Power Unit marked “LPS”...

  • Page 89: Limited Warranty

    FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, AND NONINFRINGEMENT. How long the warranty is effective:* ViewSonic Pocket PCs are warranted for one (1) year for all parts (except software) and one (1) year for all labor from the date of the first consumer purchase.

  • Page 90: Specifications

    Operating Conditions Temperature Humidity Storage Conditions Temperature Humidity Regulations ViewSonic Pocket PC V35 Intel X-Scale PXA250 300 MHz 32 KB Data, 32 KB Instruction 64 MB SDRAM, 100 MHZ, 32-BIT 32 MB M-System Disk-On-Chip Secure Digital (SD) Microsoft Pocket PC 2002 Premium Edition...

  • Page 91: Sdram Memory Allocation

    V35, including any data you have stored or software you have installed on the V35. It is likely that the contents of your V35 will be lost in the course of service and ViewSonic will not be responsible for any damage to or loss of any programs, data or other information stored on any media or any part of any Product serviced hereunder.
  • Page 92 ViewSonic Corporation A-CD-PPCV35-UG English 10-22-02...

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