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  • Page 1 User’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Revision: R00 (2008/7) Trademarks Microsoft, Windows, the Windows logo, Windows Media, Outlook and ActiveSync are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft products are licensed to OEMs by Microsoft Licensing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preface .................... ix Regulatory Information..............xi Getting Started............... 1-1 1.1 Identifying Hardware Components ........1-1 Front Components............1-1 Back Components ............1-3 Left-Side Components............. 1-4 Right-Side Components ..........1-5 Top Components ............. 1-6 Bottom Components............1-6 1.2 Installing the SIM Card and Battery......... 1-7 1.3 Charging the Battery ............
  • Page 4 2.3 Today Screen..............2-2 Landscape View...............2-3 2.4 Navigation Bar and Toolbar ..........2-4 2.5 Quick Launch Bar.............2-5 2.6 Mio Menu .................2-6 Customizing Program Icons ..........2-7 2.7 Running Programs ............2-7 2.8 Shortcut Menus ..............2-8 2.9 Notifications..............2-8 2.10 Entering Information............2-9 Entering Text Using the Input Panel ........2-9 MioKeyboard ..............2-10 Writing on the Screen.............2-12 Drawing on the Screen...........2-12...
  • Page 5 Muting a Call..............3-8 Using Speakerphone ............3-8 3.6 Managing More than One Call......... 3-8 Holding a Call to Take a Second Call......3-9 Rejecting the Second Call ..........3-9 Holding a Call to Make a Second Call ......3-9 Swapping between Calls ..........
  • Page 6 Smart Quit ................4-4 4.3 Customizing Your Device..........4-5 4.4 Finding and Organizing Information .........4-9 Microsoft Pocket Outlook............5-1 5.1 Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings ..5-1 Creating an Appointment ..........5-2 Using the Calendar Summary Screen......5-3 5.2 Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues ....5-4 Creating a Contact ............5-5 Using the Contacts Summary Screen ......5-6 5.3 Tasks: Keeping a To Do List ..........5-7 Creating a Task..............5-8...
  • Page 7 6.6 Windows Media Player Mobile ........6-11 6.7 Pictures & Videos ............6-12 Viewing Pictures and Launching Video Clips ....6-12 Navigating by Pictures........... 6-13 6.8 Calculator ..............6-14 6.9 Internet Sharing ............. 6-15 USB Connection ............6-15 Bluetooth Connection ............ 6-16 Camera..................
  • Page 8 SMS Messages ..............8-8 8.7 MioCalc ................8-9 Starting and Exiting MioCalc ..........8-9 Using the Calculator Mode..........8-9 Using the Currency Mode ..........8-10 Using the Metrology Mode ..........8-11 8.8 SDDialer.................8-12 Creating a Voice Tag .............8-13 Using a Voice Tag............8-14 8.9 World Time..............8-14 Starting and Exiting World Time........8-14 Changing the Clock Style..........8-15 Selecting Cities ..............8-15 Adjusting the Time ............8-16...
  • Page 9 Browsing the Internet ............ 10-7 Adding a Favorite ............10-8 11 Troubleshooting and Maintenance ........11-1 11.1 Resetting Your Device........... 11-1 11.2 Restoring Factory Default State ........11-2 11.3 Troubleshooting............. 11-3 Power Problems ............11-3 Memory Problems ............11-3 Screen Problems ............11-4 Connection Problems ............

  • Page 11: Preface

    Preface Welcome Congratulations on purchasing this product with the phone and navigation ® features. This product is a Microsoft Windows Mobile™ Version 6-based device. Due to the size and capabilities of the device, you can keep your most important business and personal information up-to-date and close at hand. ®...
  • Page 12 Where to Find Information If you cannot find information in this manual, refer to the following table to acquire the specific information: For information on See this source First time startup Quick Start Guide Using the phone function Chapter 3 of this manual Using the programs on the program disc Chapter 9 of this manual Microsoft ActiveSync Section 6.1 of this manual...

  • Page 13: Regulatory Information

    Regulatory Information NOTE: Marking labels located on the exterior of your device indicate the regulations that your model complies with. Please check the marking labels on your device and refer to the corresponding statements in this chapter. Some notices apply to specific models only.
  • Page 14 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
  • Page 15 European Notice Products with the CE marking comply with Radio & Telecommunication Terminal Equipment Directive (R&TTE) (1999/5/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (2006/95/EC) – as amended by Directive 93/68/ECC - issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Standards: 1999/5/EEC Radio &...
  • Page 16 L'utilisation de cet equipement (2.4GHz wireless LAN) est soumise à certaines restrictions: cet equipement peut être utilisé à l'interieur d'un batiment en utilisant toutes les frequences de 2400 a 2483.5MHz (Chaine 1–13). Pour une utilisation en environnement exterieur, vous devez utiliser les frequences comprises entre 2454 a 2483.5–MHz (Chaine 10–13).
  • Page 17 About the AC Adapter CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter supplied with your device. Use of another type of AC adapter will result in malfunction and/or danger. This product is intended to be supplied by a LISTED Power Unit marked with “LPS,”...
  • Page 18 To avoid losing data due to electrostatic discharges or other types of events, it is recommended that you regularly save and backup data.

  • Page 19: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter introduces you to the external components of your device, and guides you through the process of setting up your device for use. Identifying Hardware Components The illustrations below introduce you to the various buttons, connectors, ports and features of your device. Front Components Getting Started...
  • Page 20 Component Description Flashing in green indicates that the Wi-Fi function Wi-Fi/Bluetooth is turned on. Indicator Flashing in blue indicates that the Bluetooth function is turned on. Charge/Notification Glowing in amber indicates that battery charging Indicator is in progress. Glowing in green indicates that the battery is fully charged.

  • Page 21: Back Components

    Back Components Component Description Camera Lens Takes still pictures or records video clips. Speaker Plays back music, sounds and voice. Getting Started...

  • Page 22: Left-Side Components

    Left-Side Components Component Description Lock Key Locks the on-screen and device buttons to prevent accidental keypresses. GPS Button Starts the optional navigation program. Getting Started...

  • Page 23: Right-Side Components

    Right-Side Components Component Description Volume Control Adjusts the volume by pressing the upper or lower button. Silences the ring of an incoming call immediately. Reset Button Restarts your device. Camera Button Starts the camera program to take pictures or record video clips.

  • Page 24: Top Components

    Top Components Component Description Power Button Turns on and off the device. GPS Antenna Receives signals from the GPS satellites overhead. Bottom Components Component Description Mini-USB Connects to the AC adapter or USB cable. Connector Microphone Receives sound and voice to record voice. Serves as the mouthpiece during a call.

  • Page 25: Installing The Sim Card And Battery

    Installing the SIM Card and Battery After applying for an account with a mobile phone service provider, you will be provided a SIM (Subscriber Identification Module) card. This card contains your mobile phone account details, contacts that can be stored and any additional services to which you have subscribed.

  • Page 26: Charging The Battery

    Charging the Battery Fully charge the battery before starting to use the device for the first time. When charging the battery for the very first time, charge it for at least 8 hours. 1. Plug the converter to the AC adapter ( ). 2.
  • Page 27 CAUTION: For optimal performance of the lithium battery, take note of the following: The environment temperature for charging should be 0~40°C. When a battery is fully discharged due to a long period of usage or idleness, connect the device to AC power for charging, and wait for at least 5 minutes before turning it on.

  • Page 28: Turning The Device On And Off

    Turning the Device On and Off Turning On for the First Time 1. Make sure that the device is connected to AC power or the battery has power. 2. Press and hold the Power button for 3 seconds to turn on your device. The backlight of the keypad will glow, and the setup wizard will appear on the screen.

  • Page 29: Turning Off

    Settings Personal Mio Settings To change these settings, tap Power Advanced NOTE: The device will not enter the suspend mode when using the navigation program (for selected models only). In such cases, the device’s standby time will decrease without using external power. Therefore, you are advised to exit the navigation program properly when the program is not needed any more.

  • Page 30: Installing Microsoft Activesync

    Installing Microsoft ActiveSync NOTE: If you use Windows Vista, you do not need to install Microsoft ActiveSync on your computer. Your synchronization settings will be managed through the Windows Mobile Device Center. For information on the Windows Mobile Center, see the Windows Vista Help or documentation.
  • Page 31 6. Click Accept and the installation will start. The installation may take some time. Please be patient. 7. After the installation is complete, click Close to quit the “Installation Wizard.” 8. Connect the device to the desktop computer: connect the mini-USB end of the USB cable to the device, and the other end to a USB port on your desktop computer.

  • Page 32: Using Your Device In A Vehicle

    Using Your Device in a Vehicle Using the Car Holder Use the car holder to fix your device in a vehicle. (See a separate document for installation instructions.) Make sure that the GPS antenna has a clear view of the sky. Connecting the Car Charger CAUTION: To protect your device against sudden surges in current, connect the car charger only after the car engine has been started.

  • Page 33: Expanding Your Device

    Expanding Your Device Using a Micro SD Card Your device has a Micro SD slot where you can insert an optional Micro SD storage card, or SDIO wireless network card. With the removable memory, you can store or backup your data and exchange data with other devices. To use a Micro SD card: 1.

  • Page 35: Basic Skills

    Basic Skills This chapter familiarizes you with the basic operations of the device such as using the stylus, scroll bar, Today screen, menus, and programs. You will also know how to enter information and lock the device. Using the Stylus Use the stylus to navigate and select objects on the screen.

  • Page 36: Using The Scroll Bar

    Using the Scroll Bar With the scroll bar, you can scroll within a menu and activate the selected item. This is particularly useful for one-hand operation. To scroll up or backward within a menu, rotate the scroll bar upward and then release it. To scroll down or forward within a menu, rotate the scroll bar downward and then release it.

  • Page 37: Landscape View

    Tap to view the phone status. Tap to view the connection status. Tap to change volume or mute all sounds. Tap to change date and time. Tap to turn on or off the phone, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Your day at a glance. functions.

  • Page 38: Navigation Bar And Toolbar

    Navigation Bar and Toolbar The Navigation bar is located at the top of the screen. It displays the active program and current time and allows you to switch programs and close screens. The Navigation bar and Start menu: Tap to select a program. Tap to quickly select a program you have recently used.

  • Page 39: Quick Launch Bar

    Quick Launch Bar You can use the Quick Launch Bar on the Today screen to quickly switch to specific programs. By default, you can use the Quick Launch Bar to access the following programs (from left to right): Mio Menu (See section 2.6.) Call History (See section 3.8.) Pictures &...

  • Page 40: Mio Menu

    Mio Menu You can access Mio Menu by tapping on the Quick Launch Bar. Mio Menu displays the program icons. The selected program icon is highlighted. When tapping an icon, you can start a program or open a folder to access its content. The table below explains the icons and their corresponding program names: Icon Description...

  • Page 41: Customizing Program Icons

    Icon Description Connections This folder includes CellBroadcast, Mio SMS Locator, Emergency Locator, Quick GPS Position, Bluetooth, ActiveSync and GPRS Settings. Internet This folder includes Messenger and Internet Explorer. Menu Exit To exit the Mio Menu, tap the soft key Customizing Program Icons In addition to the pre-defined items on the Mio Menu main page, you can also assign more programs in the Mio Menu.

  • Page 42: Shortcut Menus

    You can press a program button on the front of the device. The icons on the buttons identify the default programs they are associated with. From the Quick Launch Bar on the Today screen or the Mio Menu, tap the program icon. Shortcut Menus With shortcut menus, you can quickly choose an action for an item.

  • Page 43: Entering Information

    A sound, which you can specify, is played. The notification indicator flashes in amber. Settings To choose reminder types and sounds for the device, tap Personal Sounds & Notifications 2.10 Entering Information You have several options for entering new information: Use the Input panel to enter typed text, either by using the on-screen keyboard or other input methods.

  • Page 44: Miokeyboard

    When you use the Input panel, the device anticipates the word you are typing or writing and displays it above the Input panel. When you tap the displayed word, it is inserted into your text at the insertion point. The more you use the device, the more words it learns to anticipate.
  • Page 45 To enter symbols, tap to open the symbol list. Tap to close the symbol list. NOTE: You can press the Asterisk key ( ) to switch between the MioKeyboard input modes. T9 Input Mode To form a word in the T9 input mode, simply press the number keys that contain the letters you want.

  • Page 46: Writing On The Screen

    NOTE: To enter a frequently-used symbol in the Multipress input mode, repeatedly press the number key 1 until the symbol appears. Writing on the Screen In any program that accepts writing, such as the Notes program, you can use your stylus to write directly on the screen. Write the way you do on paper. You can edit and format what you have written and convert the information to text later.

  • Page 47: Recording A Message

    2. To create a drawing, cross three ruled lines on your first stroke. A drawing box appears. 3. Subsequent strokes in or touching the drawing box become part of the drawing. Drawings that do not cross three ruled lines will be treated as writing.

  • Page 48: Using My Text

    3. To stop recording, tap the Stop button on the Recording toolbar. Two beeps will sound. The new recording appears in the note list or as an embedded icon. To play a recording, tap it in the list or tap its icon in the note. Indicates an embedded recording.
  • Page 49 NOTE: After inserting a My Text message, you can add text to it before you send the message. Menu My Text Edit My Text Messages To edit a My Text message, tap Select the message you wish to edit and make desired changes. 2-15 Basic Skills...

  • Page 50: Securing Your Device

    2.11 Securing Your Device You can customize the level of security you want to have on the device by locking the keypad, the entire device, or the phone. Locking the Keypad The keypad lock turns off the keypad functionality. This is a helpful feature if, for example, the device is turned on and in your pocket, and you want to prevent accidental keypresses and unintentional phone calls.

  • Page 51: Locking The Phone

    Settings Personal Lock 1. Tap Prompt if device unused for 2. Tap to select and in the box to the right select a desired period of time. 3. Select the password type. 4. Enter the password you want to use to access the device when it is locked, and then confirm the password.

  • Page 53: Using The Phone

    Using the Phone This chapter explains how to make and receive phone calls, track your calls, manage your calls and phone numbers more efficiently, and how to customize the phone functions. About Your Phone Your device includes an integrated GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) 850/900/1800/1900 MHz / EDGE (Enhanced Data GSM Environment) / GPRS (general packet radio service) phone.

  • Page 54: Turning On And Off The Phone Function

    Turning On and Off the Phone Function You turn the phone on or off independently of the device. The phone is turned on by default. You can turn off the phone if needed (for example, on the airplane). After turning off the phone, you can still use other functions such as Camera, Calendar, games, Windows Media Player Mobile, etc.

  • Page 55: Starting Microsoft Phone

    Starting Microsoft Phone Start Phone by pressing the Talk button on the device. You can use other programs on the device during a call. To quickly switch back to Phone, press the Talk button. Phone Status Icons Icons will be displayed on the navigation bar to indicate the status of the phone functions.

  • Page 56: Making A Call

    Making a Call There are several ways you can make a call. The easiest way is to dial the phone number on the numeric keypad. Dialing a Call 1. When on the Today screen: enter the phone number or the first few letters of the contact’s name by using the numeric keypad on the device.

  • Page 57: Making A Call From Contacts

    Making a Call from Contacts Microsoft Contacts displays your contact information stored both in the device’s memory and your SIM card. Contacts Contacts 1. Tap , or tap the soft key on the Today screen. 2. Do one of the following to call someone from the contact list: Tap the contact to call.

  • Page 58: Making A Call From The Call History List

    Making a Call from the Call History List The Call History list displays the calls you made, received, and missed. 1. Press the Talk button on the device to start Phone. 2. Tap 3. Do one of the following to call someone from the Call History list: Move to the number to call and then Call...

  • Page 59: Ending A Call

    Ending a Call To end a call, tap or press the End button. Adjusting the In-Call Volume Adjusting the Phone Volume To adjust the volume during a call, tap the icon on the navigation bar to select a volume level. CAUTION: Never raise the sound volume level too high when using earphones.

  • Page 60: Muting A Call

    Muting a Call During a call, you can mute your microphone so that the person with whom you are speaking cannot hear you, but you can still hear him or her. Mute On the Phone keypad, tap to turn on the mute function.

  • Page 61: Holding A Call To Take A Second Call

    Holding a Call to Take a Second Call 1. If there is another incoming call when you are talking on the device, a pop-up window appears to notify you. Answer 2. Tap the soft key to place the first call on hold, and answer the second call.

  • Page 62: Setting Up A Conference Call

    Setting up a Conference Call NOTE: You may need to consult your service provider for the availability and subscription of the conference call function. 1. When you have put a call on hold and made or taken another call as described earlier, you can set up conference calling Menu by tapping the...

  • Page 63: Taking A Note During A Call

    Taking a Note During a Call You can take a note during a call. Note 1. Tap 2. Enter your note and tap To access a note you created during a call: 1. Press the Talk button on the device to start Phone.

  • Page 64: Viewing Call History

    Viewing Call History Menu Filter You can tap the soft key to change the Call History view (All Calls by default). All Calls displays all calls made to and from the device in a chronological order. Missed ( ) displays only calls that were not answered.

  • Page 65: Adding An Entry To Contacts Using Call History

    Adding an Entry to Contacts Using Call History You can add a phone number in the Call History to Outlook Contacts. 1. Tap and hold the entry you wish to Save to Contacts transfer, and tap on the shortcut menu. <New Contact>...

  • Page 66: Editing Or Deleting A Speed Dial Entry

    NOTE: The first speed dial location is reserved for your voice mail. Editing or Deleting a Speed Dial Entry 1. Press the Talk button on the device to start Phone. 2. Tap Edit Delete 3. Tap and hold the desired entry, and tap on the shortcut menu.

  • Page 67: Transferring From Sim Card

    Transferring from SIM Card Contacts Contacts 1. Tap , or tap the soft key on the Today screen. 2. Tap the desired SIM card entry on the contact list. Menu Save to 3. Tap the soft key Contacts 4. Accept or edit the details. When finished, tap the soft key.

  • Page 68: Changing Services Settings

    NOTE: To use custom .mp3, .wav, .mmf or .mid files as ring tones for incoming calls, use ActiveSync on your desktop computer to copy the files to the \Application Data\Sounds folder on the device or to the inserted storage card. Then, select the sound from the Ring Tone list.

  • Page 69: Changing The Pin2 Code

    Changing the PIN2 Code PIN2 Tap the tab. You might be prompted to enter the PIN2 code for specific functions (such as the pre-paid card’s charging counters). Consult your mobile phone operator to check if your SIM card supports PIN2-related functions and services. To change the PIN2 code, tap Change PIN2, and then follow the on-screen instructions to enter old and new PIN2 codes.

  • Page 70: Additional Phone Operations

    Receive Channel List 4. Select 5. Select the language for the messages. Only messages in the selected language will be shown. You can also select to display messages in all languages. 6. You can add, delete or edit message channels. 7.

  • Page 71: Dialing An International Call

    There may be other emergency numbers available. Your mobile phone service provider may save additional local emergency numbers in the SIM card. Dialing an International Call When you are manually dialing a number, press and hold number key until the + sign appears. The + sign replaces the international prefix (00) of the country from where you are calling.

  • Page 73: Managing Your Device

    Managing Your Device This chapter tells you how to effectively manage power, memory, settings and data of the device. Managing Power A fully charged battery should provide power for up to 8 hours of use. The operating time of a fully charged battery depends on how you are using the device.

  • Page 74: Power Management

    Power Management Supplied with the device is a tool called “eUtility.” This tool helps you effectively manage power to prolong the battery’s operating time. Settings Personal Mio Settings eUtility System This page displays the program and hardware information such as operating system, firmware version and Bluetooth module MAC address.

  • Page 75: Power-Saving Tips

    Power-Saving Tips Follow these suggestions to maximize the battery’s operating time, particularly when you are relying solely on the battery power for extended time periods. Suspend or turn off the device frequently. By default, the screen backlight will automatically turn off and the device will also suspend when it has been idle for a period of time.

  • Page 76: Managing Memory

    Managing Memory Main Memory Files, settings and data that you add to your device are stored in the main memory of your device. Mio Recovery The device has a Mio Recovery memory space for storing data files. Files Mio Recovery stored in Mio Recovery can appear in a folder called , listed My Device...

  • Page 77: Customizing Your Device

    Customizing Your Device CAUTION: Incorrect settings may cause your system to malfunction. Make sure that you fully understand the function of a certain item before any adjustment. You can customize the settings of the device to your own preferences. Tap Settings Personal System...
  • Page 78 Item Description Flashlight To use the flash as a flashlight. By default, you can press the GPS button to activate the flashlight, even when the device is locked. The flashlight lasts for 10 seconds for each activation. To turn off the flashlight within 10 seconds, press the power button.
  • Page 79 Item Description System To show the hardware information of the About device and to define the device name that the device uses for identifying itself to other computers. Certificates Certificates help establish your identity when you are logging onto a secured network, such as a corporate network.
  • Page 80 Item Description Screen To set the orientation of the screen to portrait or landscape. To adjust the touch screen for accurate screen taps. To enable the ClearType feature for easier reading of text in programs that support ClearType. To adjust the text size to see more content or increase the readability in many programs.

  • Page 81: Finding And Organizing Information

    Finding and Organizing Information The Search feature on the device helps you quickly locate information. Network Tools Search To find a file, tap . Enter the text you want to Search find, select a data type and then tap the soft key to start the search.

  • Page 83: Microsoft Pocket Outlook

    Microsoft Pocket Outlook Microsoft Pocket Outlook This chapter tells you how to use Microsoft Pocket Outlook that includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Notes, and Messaging. You can use these programs individually or together. For example, e-mail addresses stored in Contacts can be used to address e-mail messages in Messaging. Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings Use Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events.

  • Page 84: Creating An Appointment

    NOTE: You can customize the Calendar display (for example, change the first day of the week), by tapping the Menu soft key Options. Creating an Appointment 1. In Day or Week view, tap the desired date and time for the appointment. Menu New Appointment 2.

  • Page 85: Using The Calendar Summary Screen

    Using the Calendar Summary Screen When you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen is displayed. Menu Edit To change the appointment, tap the soft key View appointment details. View notes. NOTE: If you receive a meeting request, you can tap the Reply soft key to send an e-mail to the meeting host.

  • Page 86: Contacts: Tracking Friends And Colleagues

    Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues 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. Contacts Contacts , or tap the soft key on the Today screen.

  • Page 87: Creating A Contact

    Creating a Contact 1. In Contacts, tap the soft key. 2. Select if you want to create an Outlook or SIM contact. Tap to return to the contact list (the contact is saved automatically). Tap to assign a picture for the contact.

  • Page 88: Using The Contacts Summary Screen

    Using the Contacts Summary Screen When you tap a contact in the contact list, a summary screen is displayed. To Menu Edit change the contact information, tap the soft key Assigned picture for the contact View contact details. Microsoft Pocket Outlook...

  • Page 89: Tasks: Keeping A To Do List

    Tasks: Keeping a To Do List Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do. Programs Tasks Tap to display or edit the task details. Microsoft Pocket Outlook...

  • Page 90: Creating A Task

    Creating a Task Menu New Task 1. In Tasks, tap the soft key Tap to return to the task list (the task is saved automatically). Tap to choose from predefined subjects. 2. Using the Input panel, enter a description. (See section 2.10 for information on entering text.) 3.

  • Page 91: Using The Tasks Summary Screen

    Using the Tasks Summary Screen When you tap a task in the task list, a summary screen is displayed. To Edit change the task, tap the soft key. Tap to show and hide additional summary information. View notes. Microsoft Pocket Outlook...

  • Page 92: Notes: Capturing Thoughts And Ideas

    Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas Quickly capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, drawings and phone numbers with Notes. You can create a written note or an audio recording. You can also include a recording in a note. Programs Notes Tap to change the sort order of the list.

  • Page 93: Creating A Note

    Creating a Note 1. In Notes, tap the soft key. 2. Create your note by writing, drawing, typing, or recording. For more information about using the Input panel, writing, and drawing on the screen and creating recordings, see section 2.10. Tap to return to the note list (the note is saved automatically).

  • Page 94: Messaging: Sending And Receiving E-Mail Messages

    Messaging: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages You can work with e-mail, SMS and MMS messages from Messaging. Messaging . The account selection screen appears. Downloading Messages The manner in which you download messages depends on the type of account you have: Text Messages SMS messages are automatically received when your phone is turned on.

  • Page 95: E-Mail Direct Push

    E-mail Direct Push Your device incorporates the Messaging & Security Feature Pack (MSFP). When connected to the Exchange Server that supports Microsoft Exchange 2003 Service Pack 2 (or later), the device receives real-time notifications of new e-mails via the Direct Push technology. New e-mails are automatically downloaded to the device from the Exchange Server;...

  • Page 96: Composing And Sending A Mms Message

    5. Enter your message and subject. To quickly add common messages, tap Menu My Text soft key , and tap a desired message. Menu 6. To add an attachment to the E-mail message, tap the soft key Insert Picture Voice Note File , and tap the item you want to attach: , or...
  • Page 97 4. Verify your MMS settings. Menu Tools Options Servers Tap the soft key . Make sure the MMS setting of your service provider is selected, and then tap save the setting. Menu 5. Tap the soft key Custom 6. Tap to start a new message.
  • Page 98 Record To add a recording, tap . Tap to start recording. To stop Stop Play recording, tap . Tap to play the recording you just made. Tap Done when the playback finishes. The recording (AMR format) is now inserted in the message. Menu 12.

  • Page 99: Receiving And Viewing An Mms Message

    Receiving and Viewing an MMS Message When you receive an MMS message, the program will automatically starts the GPRS connection and the icon will appear on the navigation bar to notify you. The new MMS message will be stored in the MMS Inbox folder.

  • Page 101: More Programs

    More Programs In addition to Microsoft Pocket Outlook, there are other Microsoft programs built into the device. This chapter tells you how to use these programs. ActiveSync NOTE: ActiveSync is already installed on the device. You need to install ActiveSync on your desktop computer.

  • Page 102: Synchronizing Data

    Add and remove programs on the device. Pass through your desktop computer to a network or the Internet. Synchronizing Data Once you have created a synchronization relationship and completed the first synchronization, you can initiate synchronization from the device. 1. Connect the device to your desktop computer. (See Step 7 of section 1.5 for connection procedures.) Network Tools ActiveSync...

  • Page 103: Synchronizing Directly With Exchange Server

    Synchronizing Directly with Exchange Server 1. Connect the device to the Internet. (See section 10.1 for information on connections.) Network Tools ActiveSync 2. On the device, tap Menu Add Server Source 3. Tap the soft key 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. NOTE: If a message pops up asking you to accept security policies for synchronization with Exchange Server, tap OK to proceed.

  • Page 104: Word Mobile

    Word Mobile Microsoft Word Mobile works with Microsoft Word on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your documents. You can create new documents on the device or you can copy documents from your desktop computer. Office Mobile Word Mobile Creating a Document...

  • Page 105: Opening A Document

    Opening a Document Whenever you switch to Word Mobile, you will see the document list. Tap the desired document to open it. You can open only one document at a time; when you open a second document, the first will be saved and closed automatically.

  • Page 106: Excel Mobile

    Excel Mobile Microsoft Excel Mobile works with Microsoft Excel on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your workbooks. You can create new workbooks on the device or you can copy workbooks from your desktop computer to the device. Office Mobile Excel Mobile Creating a Workbook...

  • Page 107: Opening A Workbook

    Opening a Workbook Whenever you switch to Excel Mobile, you will see the workbook list. Tap the desired workbook to open it. You can open only one workbook at a time; when you open a second workbook, you will be asked to save the first. Help For more information, tap More Programs...

  • Page 108: Powerpoint Mobile

    PowerPoint Mobile With PowerPoint Mobile, you can open and view slide show presentations created on your desktop computer. Slide shows created in *.ppt and *.pps format with PowerPoint ’97 and later can be viewed on the device. Office Mobile PowerPoint Mobile 1.

  • Page 109: Windows Live

    Windows Live With Windows Live, you can: Use Hotmail to read, write, and send e-mail. Synchronize your Windows Live contacts, e-mail and Messenger data on the device. To use Windows Live, you must have an Internet connection. (See section 10.1 for information on connections.) NOTE: Being connected on Windows Live for long periods may decrease the battery power significantly.
  • Page 110 5. Select if you want to display Live Search bar and Windows Live services Next on the Today screen. Tap the soft key. 6. Select the information to be Next synchronized. Tap the soft key to start synchronization. 7. Once you sign in, your account status will show on the Today screen.

  • Page 111: Windows Media Player Mobile

    Windows Media Player Mobile Use Microsoft Windows Media Player Mobile to play digital audio and video files that are stored on the device or on a network, such as on a web site. You can play files in either Windows Media or MP3 format (including files with the extensions .asf, .wma, .wmv and .mp3).

  • Page 112: Pictures & Videos

    Pictures & Videos With Pictures & Videos, you can: View, and edit pictures. Record and launch video clips stored on the device or on a Micro SD card. Send pictures and video clips to others. Set a picture as the background on the Today screen. See your pictures individually, as thumbnails, or as part of a slide show.

  • Page 113: Navigating By Pictures

    Select the sort order for the list. Tap to open the file. Tap to switch to the Camera program. Navigating by Pictures NOTE: This feature is for selected models only. If you use the GPS Stamp function of the camera program to take pictures with the GPS positioning data, then you can easily navigate to those locations by viewing the pictures in the Pictures &...

  • Page 114: Calculator

    Calculator You can use Calculator to perform any of the standard operations for which you would normally use a handheld calculator. Programs Calculator 1. Tap 2. Use the keypad to enter numbers and perform calculations. 3. You can store a number in the calculator memory for later use. To store a number, tap the box to the left of the entry box.

  • Page 115: Internet Sharing

    Internet Sharing Using Internet Sharing, you can use the device as an external modem for the computer via the USB or Bluetooth connection. NOTE: The Internet Sharing function does not support Windows 98. Before using the Internet Sharing function, cancel Allow USB connections of ActiveSync on your desktop computer to close the ActiveSync connection.

  • Page 116: Bluetooth Connection

    Bluetooth Connection 1. To use the Bluetooth connection, you must first initiate and complete the Bluetooth Personal Area Network (PAN) partnership on the computer. (For more information, refer to Windows Help and Support. For information on the Bluetooth function on the device, see section 10.2.) 2.

  • Page 117: Camera

    Camera Your device features a built-in CMOS auto-focus camera. You can take pictures or record video clips, and then directly view these pictures on the device. What’s more, you can immediately share with others your pictures through the mobile phone network service. Introduction To switch to the program, press the Camera button on Programs...

  • Page 118: Taking Pictures

    Taking Pictures 1. By default, the camera is in the Camera and landscape mode. 2. Frame your target in the viewing window. You can rotate the device if necessary. Sets the camera mode. Sets the file location and shows the remaining capacity of that location.

  • Page 119: Taking Continuous Pictures

    6. To view the saved picture, tap to enter the viewing mode. (See section 7.4 for information.) 7. To exit the program, tap Taking Continuous Pictures While in the Camera mode, you can switch to the Continuous mode to take 3 continuous pictures with a single press of the Camera button.

  • Page 120: Camera Settings

    The device’s GPS port has been activated and the system is now searching for GPS positioning data. Once the system acquires the GPS positioning data, the longitude and latitude information of your current location will display on the screen. Take pictures according to the instructions described in the “Taking Pictures”...
  • Page 121 Item Name Description Timer Sets the delay time of the timer. The options are 5s, 10s and Off (default). Effect Allows you to apply special effects on the picture. The options are Normal (default), Sepia and Mono. GPS Stamp When this function is enabled, you can add the GPS positioning data into the picture you take.

  • Page 122: Recording Video Clips

    Recording Video Clips 1. By default, the camera is in the Camera mode. Tap to switch to the Video mode. 2. Frame your target in the viewing window. You can rotate the device if necessary. Sets the file location. Video mode Remaining capacity of the Sets the resolution.

  • Page 123: Video Settings

    The recorded length of the video clip (for example, 00:50) is shown at the top of the screen. By default, the length of the video clip is limited to 15 seconds. You can change the setting in Video Settings. 5. The video clip (3GP format) will be saved automatically. If a storage card is inserted, the file will be saved in the \Storage Card\My Videos folder.

  • Page 124: Viewing Mode

    Viewing Mode From the Camera or Video mode, tap to enter the viewing mode. When you view a picture, the screen shows as follows: When you view a video clip, the screen shows as follows: Button/Icon Description Switches to the Pictures & Videos program. 7/13 Number of the current file and total files.

  • Page 125: Editing Pictures

    Button/Icon Description Allows you to send the picture. (See section 7.6 for information.) Switches to the Camera mode. Plays the video clip. Switches to the Video mode. Editing Pictures When you are viewing a picture, tap and then select the desired resolution (320X240 or 640X480) to enter the editing mode.

  • Page 126: Sending Pictures

    To undo your editing, tap (repeated tapping is allowed). To disable the brush function, tap . In this mode, you can drag on the screen to move the picture. To enable the brush function again, tap You can add fun icons to the pictures. Tap , tap the desired icon ), and then tap to return to the...

  • Page 127: Mio Programs

    Mio Programs In addition to Microsoft software, the device also provides additional programs to enhance the functionality or facilitate your operation. NOTE: Depending on the continuing developments of the product, the software supplied with the device may be changed or updated. If there is any difference between the information in this manual and your product, the operation should be based on the product you have.

  • Page 128: Sending An Emergency Message

    Sending an Emergency Message 1. Make sure that you have defined the recipient for the emergency message. 2. Make sure that the device has a clear view of the sky for optimal GPS signal reception. 3. Press the center of the scroll bar for 6 seconds to activate the program. (If you have not defined the recipient, the program will display a notification message.) 4.

  • Page 129: Mio Sms Locator

    Mio SMS Locator You can use the device to notify your friends and family of your current position. This feature can be very important for group activities or outdoor rescue activities. You can use Mio SMS Locator even if the navigation program is not installed on the device.

  • Page 130: Quick Gps Position

    NOTE: The navigation might not be absolutely accurate when the location is near the border on the map. Quick GPS Position Updating the satellite calibration data (ephemeris) file is helpful for quick GPS positioning when using the optional navigation program. You can update the satellite calibration data from the GPS module manufacturer’s server using Quick GPS Position.

  • Page 131: Setting The Password

    Setting the Password Enter your password and tap the soft key. The program main screen appears. If you need to change the password, on the Menu Change main screen tap the soft key password Setting the List Menu User-defined 1. Tap the soft key list 2.

  • Page 132: Setting The Items

    Setting the Items Active Protect name card Protect SMS on the main screen, select and/or Protect call history , and then tap to save the settings. To disable the protection function, cancel the selection of the desired item and tap to save the settings.

  • Page 133: Setting The Items

    Setting the Items Active Phone Call on the main screen, select and/or , and then tap save the settings. The filtered incoming calls will not show in Call History, and the filtered SMS messages will be moved directly to the Deleted Items folder of the text message account.

  • Page 134: Sms Messages

    Call To call the contact, tap Edit To edit the contact information, tap Delete To delete one SIM contact, tap ; to Delete all delete all SIM contacts, tap To copy one SIM contact to Outlook Copy to Contacts Contacts, tap ;...

  • Page 135: Miocalc

    MioCalc You can use MioCalc to perform basic arithmetic operations and convert currencies and measures. Starting and Exiting MioCalc MioCalc provides three modes: Calculator, Currency and Metrology. Programs Tools MioCalc You will see the calculator screen. Currency Mode Calculator Mode Metrology Mode Clear data.

  • Page 136: Using The Currency Mode

    2. Tap the numeric keypad to enter numbers and mathematical symbols. 3. Tap the equal sign button to generate the result. Using the Calculator Memory The Calculator mode allows you to store a number value in the calculator memory for later use. You can use the memory buttons to store, display or change the value that you add to the memory.

  • Page 137: Using The Metrology Mode

    3. Tap the down arrow next to the output field to open the currency list, and select the currency to convert to (target currency). When a currency is selected, the abbreviation of the currency will be displayed on the upper-left corner of the output field. 4.

  • Page 138: Sddialer

    Tap to open the measure list. Source unit Tap to open the unit list. Input field Target unit Tap to open the unit list. Output field 2. Tap the button on the upper-right corner to open the measure list, and select the desired measure. 3.

  • Page 139: Creating A Voice Tag

    Creating a Voice Tag Settings Personal 1. Tap Settings Voice Speed Dial Contacts Application 2. Tap 3. Tap the desired contact and tap Select the desired phone number. Or, select the desired SIM contact or program. 4. Tap . After the beep sound, begin recording the words for the voice tag.

  • Page 140: Using A Voice Tag

    Using a Voice Tag 1. Do one of the following to start the SDDialer program: Programs Tools SDDialer Press and hold the End button for 3 seconds. If no voice tag exists, the program will ask you to create one. 2.

  • Page 141: Changing The Clock Style

    Changing the Clock Style World Time provides three different styles for you to select: Standard (default), Fashion and Digital. Fashion Style Digital Style Menu To change the clock style, tap the soft key and select the desired style. Selecting Cities You can select your own five cities to be displayed on the screen from a list of 472 cities.

  • Page 142: Adjusting The Time

    Adjusting the Time Menu Set Time 1. Tap the soft key and select 2. The setting items are: City Select one of the five cities that you want to adjust the time for. Tap the arrow next to the city name to open the drop-down list, and select a city from the list.
  • Page 143 3. Select one of the following: By Internet Select the server you want to connect to. Tap the arrow next to the server name to open the drop-down list, and select a desired server from the list. To add a new time server, tap the button next to the server name;...

  • Page 145: Add-On Programs

    Add-On Programs The add-on programs are programs provided, but not installed yet, by the manufacturer. The add-on programs are stored on the supplied program disc, and are not installed on the device or desktop computer yet. The programs include: Mundu Radio Mobile Assistant NOTE: Before using the program disc for program installation, make sure that your device is already connected to the desktop computer using ActiveSync.

  • Page 146: Mundu Radio

    8. If you select Custom Install previously, accept or change the destination folder and click Next. Then select the programs to install and click Next. 9. The screen displays the programs to install. Click Next. 10. The installation progress will be displayed on the screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the installation.

  • Page 147: Mobile Assistant

    4. After you log in, the screen will display the station list. To start the broadcast, select the desired radio station and tap More Station To view more stations, tap select the desired category, and then select the desired station on the list. More 5.

  • Page 148: Ringtone

    The Mobile Assistant main screen displays several functions to use. Please see the following sections for detailed information on these functions. You can check the current ActiveSync status from the bottom-right corner of the screen. RingTone You can use RingTone to open and play the audio files (MP3, WAV or MID format) stored on the desktop computer, and set them as the ring tone for incoming calls or new messages.
  • Page 149 Related information of the current file is displayed on the right of the screen. You can use the on-screen buttons for playback operations. 3. You can do the following: To copy the current file from the computer to the device, click Transfer to the phone.

  • Page 150: Image

    Image You can use Image to set a picture (BMP, JPG, JPEG or GIF format) as the background picture of the device, contact picture, or MMS picture. 1. On the Mobile Assistant main screen, click Image Open New File. 2. Select the desired file. The picture will show on the upper-right side of the screen.
  • Page 151 4. Click Next. 5. You can adjust the brightness and contrast of the picture by moving the knob. Then click Next. 6. You can do the following: Add-On Programs...

  • Page 152: Sim Contacts

    To save the edited picture as a new file, click Save to PC. The filename of the new file comes with “-1” for distinction. To copy the edited picture from the computer to the device, click Transfer to the phone. The picture will be saved in the \My Documents\My Pictures on the device, and its filename comes with “-1”...
  • Page 153 2. You can do the following: To create a new SIM contact, click New, enter the contact’s name and phone number, and then click OK to save the data. To edit the data of a SIM contact, select the desired contact on the list and click Edit, or simply double-click the desired contact.

  • Page 154: Sms Manager

    SMS Manager SMS Manager helps you send and manage SMS messages on the computer. 1. On the Mobile Assistant main screen, click SMS Manager. The SMS messages stored on the device and SIM card appear on the right side of the screen.

  • Page 155: Data Backup

    To response to or forward a message, select the desired item and click Reply (or double-click the desired item) or Forward. Enter the recipient’s phone number and message text, and then click Send. To delete a message, select the desired item and then click Delete. To delete all messages, click Delete All, and then click OK to proceed.

  • Page 156: File Explorer

    3. To restore the data, click Restore, select the desired backup file on the right side of the screen, and then click Restore on the lower-right corner of the screen. When prompted, click Restore to proceed. After the procedure is finished, click OK. To allow the change to take effect, disconnect the ActiveSync connection and restart the device.
  • Page 157 2. Select your service provider from the list and click Set to install the network setting. After the procedure is finished, click OK. 3. To return to the Mobile Assistant main screen, click NOTE: You can install only one network setting on the device. After the selected setting is installed, the existing setting will be removed and replaced by the new one.

  • Page 159: Getting Connected

    Getting Connected To take full advantage of the device, you will want to get connected. This chapter tells you how you can get the device connected through a variety of ways including GPRS/EDGE, wireless network card, and Bluetooth function. It also describes Internet Explorer for Web browsing. 10.1 Connection Settings GPRS/EDGE Connection...

  • Page 160: Wireless Network Connection

    Wireless Network Connection Your device has a built-in wireless network module. As long as you are in a wireless LAN (WLAN) environment, you can connect to the network without physical cables. Turning On and Off the Wi-Fi Radio By default, the Wi-Fi radio is turned off. To turn on the Wi-Fi radio, follow this procedure: 1.
  • Page 161 4. Select to connect to the Internet or the Connect private network, and then tap the soft key. 5. If the selected network requires a network Connect key, enter the key and tap the soft key. NOTE: To change the network settings, tap Settings Connections Wi-Fi.

  • Page 162: Using The Bluetooth Function

    10.2 Using the Bluetooth Function NOTE: Mio Technology does not guarantee the product’s compatibilities with the Bluetooth headsets/devices from all manufacturers. Your device incorporates the Bluetooth capability. Bluetooth technology is a short-range wireless communications technology. Devices with Bluetooth capabilities can exchange information over a distance of about 10 meters (30 feet) without requiring a physical connection.

  • Page 163: Sending Files Via The Bluetooth Function

    NOTE: By default, the Bluetooth function is turned off. If you turn it on, and then turn off the device, the Bluetooth function also turns off. When you turn on the device again, the Bluetooth function turns on automatically. When you have finished using the Bluetooth function, complete the actions for turning it off.
  • Page 164 1. Make sure that the two devices are turned on, visible, and within close range. (For information on turning on the Bluetooth function on the device, see “Turning On and Off the Bluetooth Function” previously in this chapter.) Settings Connections 2.

  • Page 165: Using Internet Explorer Mobile

    10.3 Using Internet Explorer Mobile Use Internet Explorer Mobile to view web pages in either of these ways: Connect to an ISP or network and browse the web. (See section 10.1 for information on connections.) During synchronization with your desktop computer, download your favorite links that are stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in Internet Explorer on the desktop computer.

  • Page 166: Adding A Favorite

    Tap to access the web site. Tap to add or delete a link. 3. Tap the page that you want to view. NOTE: If a favorite link is dimmed or you receive a message that the page is not available, you must download the page to your device through synchronization or connect to the Internet.

  • Page 167: Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting and Maintenance This chapter gives solutions to common problems you may encounter. It also provides guidelines on taking care of the device. NOTE: If you encounter a problem you cannot solve, contact your dealer for assistance. 11.1 Resetting Your Device CAUTION: Resetting will cause unsaved data to be lost.

  • Page 168: Restoring Factory Default State

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

  • Page 169: Troubleshooting

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

  • Page 170: Screen Problems

    Stop programs you are not currently using. In most cases, programs automatically stop to free needed memory. However, in some situations, such as when confirmation dialog boxes are waiting for a user response, the program may not be able to automatically stop. To check the state of Settings System Memory...
  • Page 171 Screen responds slowly Make sure that the device is not running out of battery power or running many active programs. If the problem still exists, reset the device as described in section 11.1. Screen freezes Reset the device as described in section 11.1. Screen is hard to read Make sure that the backlight of the display is on.

  • Page 172: Connection Problems

    Connection Problems Synchronization Problems Make sure that no other connection is being used. In some specific cases, the device may experience connection problems when it is connected to a Windows computer running ActiveSync. The problems may be caused by the interoperability with desktop firewall applications, applications that manage network traffic, or LAN Settings configuration tools.

  • Page 173: Taking Care Of Your Device

    In the properties for your network card, make sure that you have correctly configured the IP settings, and the addresses of your DNS servers and/or WINS servers. Your network administrator can verify this. Verify with your network administrator that your user name and password are correct.

  • Page 174: Phone Guidelines

    Take care not to sit on the device when it is located in the back pocket of trousers, etc. The screen surface is easily scratched. Use only the stylus to tap on the screen. Avoid touching it with your fingers, pens, pencils or any other sharp objects.

  • Page 175: Travel Guidelines

    － Turn off the phone feature on an aircraft to avoid interference with the flight instruments for possible danger. Travel Guidelines Before traveling with the device, back up your data. As an added precaution, bring along a backup copy. Remove the Micro SD card, if installed, from the slot. Turn off the device and disconnect all external devices.

  • Page 177: Index

    Index Recording video clips, 7-6 Sending pictures, 7-10 —A— Taking continuous pictures, 7-3 Taking pictures, 7-2 AC adapter Timer, 7-5 Connecting, 1-8 Video settings, 7-7 ActiveSync, 1-12, 6-1 Viewing mode, 7-8 Installing on computer, 1-12 Camera button, 1-5 Synchronizing data, 6-2 Camera lens, 1-3 Adjusting phone volume, 3-7 Car charger, 1-14...
  • Page 178 receiving attachments, 5-17 Internet Sharing, 6-15 Emergency calls, 3-18 Emergency Locator, 8-1 —L— End button, 1-2 Ending calls, 3-7 Landscape view, 2-3 Entering information, 2-9 Drawing, 2-12 —M— Input panel, 2-9 MioKeyboard, 2-10 Making calls My Text, 2-14 Dialing, 3-4 On-screen keyboard, 2-9 From Call History, 3-6 Recording, 2-13...
  • Page 179 Receiving, 5-17 —Q— Viewing, 5-17 Mobile Assistant, 9-3 Quick GPS Position, 8-4 Data Backup, 9-11 Quick Launch Bar, 2-5 File Explorer, 9-12 Battery, 2-5 Image, 9-6 Call History, 2-5 Network Settings, 9-12 Customizing, 2-5 RingTone, 9-4 Mio Menu, 2-5 SIM Contacts, 9-8 Pictures &...
  • Page 180 Composing, 5-13 Turning on Soft key, 2-4 First time, 1-10 Speaker, 1-3 Speakerphone, 3-8 —U— Speed Dial, 3-13 Start menu, 2-4 USB cable, 1-13 Storage card, 1-15 Stylus —V— Dragging, 2-1 Tapping, 2-1 Voice command, 8-12 Tapping and holding, 2-1 Voice Speed Dial, 8-12 Using, 2-1 Creating, 8-13...

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