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  • Page 1 User Manual...
  • Page 2: Please Read Before Proceeding

    Please Read Before Proceeding Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, Windows NT, Windows Server, Windows Mobile, ActiveSync, Excel, Internet Explorer, MSN, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. THIS DEVICE IS NOT CHARGED WHEN YOU TAKE IT OUT OF THE BOX. DO NOT REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK WHEN THE DEVICE IS CHARGING.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Precautions

    Important Safety Precautions When using this product, the safety precautions below must be taken to offset possible legal liabilities and damages. ELECTRICAL SAFETY This product is intended for use when supplied with power from the battery. Other usage may be dangerous and will invalidate any approval given to this product.
  • Page 4 INTERFERENCE WITH MEDICAL EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS This product may cause medical equipment to malfunction. The use of this device is forbidden in most hospitals and medical clinics. NONIONIZING RADIATION This product should be operated in the suggested normal condition only to ensure the radiative performance and safety of the interference. As with other mobile radio transmitting equipment, users are advised that for satisfactory operation of the equipment and for the safety of personnel, it is recommended that no part of the human body be...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Chapter 1 Getting Started Getting to Know your Device and its accessories ... 10 Battery Information ... 15 Starting Up ... 17 The Today Screen ... 19 Indicators ... 20 Using the Start Menu ... 23 Chapter 2 Entering and Searching Information Introduction ...
  • Page 6 Chapter 4 Managing Your Pocket PC Personalizing Your Pocket PC ... 38 Adding and Removing Programs ... 45 Managing Memory ... 47 Backing Up Files ... 48 Protecting Your Device ... 50 Resetting Your Pocket PC ... 52 Chapter 5 Getting Connected Using Comm Manager ...
  • Page 7 Tasks ... 82 Notes ... 84 Chapter 7 Experiencing Multimedia Using Pictures & Videos ... 88 Using Windows Media Player ... 93 Chapter 8 Using Other Applications Word Mobile ... 102 Excel Mobile ... 104 Viewing Slide Shows with PowerPoint Mobile ... 106 Appendix A.1 Regulatory Notices ...110 A.2 PC Requirement to Run ActiveSync 4.x ...118...
  • Page 9: 1.1 Getting To Know Your Device And Its Accessories

    Chapter 1 Getting Started 1.1 Getting to Know your Device and its Accessories 1.2 Battery Information 1.3 Starting Up 1.4 The Today Screen 1.5 Indicators 1.6 Using the Start Menu...
  • Page 10: Getting To Know Your Device And Its Accessories

    1.1 Getting to Know your Device and its Accessories Front, top, and left-side view Getting Started...
  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Press for quick Calendar access and perform the command shown in the label above the button. Press to start GPS system installed in your device. Press anytime to go back to Today screen. Press for quick acess to your contacts and perform the command shown in the label above the button.
  • Page 12 Back, right-side and bottom view Getting Started...
  • Page 13 Battery Cover Sync Connector Soft Reset Earphone Jack If available, you may connect your device to an external GPS antenna for improved signal reception. Remove to insert battery. Use this connector for synchronizing data or recharging the battery. Press into the hole with the stylus to reset your device.
  • Page 14 Accessories The following accessories are provided with the device: 19 AC adapter 20 USB cable 21 Stereo-wired headset 22 Car charger 23 Car holder Getting Started Recharge the device battery. Connect your device to a PC and synchronize data. Use when listening to music or playback of media files. Use it to charge the battery to the device while traveling in a car.
  • Page 15: Battery Information

    1.2 Battery Information Your device contains a rechargeable Li-ion polymer battery. Your device is designed to use only manufacturer-specified original batteries and accessories. Battery performance depends on many factors, including your wireless service provider’s network configuration, signal strength, the temperature of the environment in which you operate your device, the features and/or settings you select and use, items attached to your device’s connecting ports, and your voice, data, and other program usage patterns.
  • Page 16: Charge The Battery

    To check the battery power • Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Power. Power Information Charge the battery New batteries are shipped partially charged. Before you can use your device, you need to install and charge the battery. Some batteries perform best after several full charge/discharge cycles.
  • Page 17: Starting Up

    1.3 Starting Up Turn the device on and off To turn on the device, press the POWER button. When you turn on the device for the first time, you are asked to complete a calibration process. For more information, see “Calibrate the device” in this chapter.
  • Page 18: Manage Screen Settings

    Manage screen settings The device touch screen has three orientation modes: Portrait, Landscape (right-handed), and Landscape (left-handed). Portrait mode allows you to get a better view or a better operation of certain programs on your device, while Landscape mode may be optimal for viewing longer text files.
  • Page 19: The Today Screen

    1.4 The Today Screen The Today screen displays important information, such as upcoming appointments and status indicators. You can tap a section on the screen to open the associated program. • To access the Today screen, tap Start > Today. •...
  • Page 20: Indicators

    1.5 Indicators Following are some of the status icons that you may see on your device. Sound on & adjusting sound volume Sound off Battery fully charged Battery very low Battery charging Connection is active Connection is not active Synchronization in progress Synchronization error There are more indicators.
  • Page 21 Following are some of the icons for the programs that are already installed on your device. ActiveSync Calculator Calendar Comm Manager Contacts Download Agent Excel Mobile File Explorer Games Help Internet Explorer Messaging Synchronizes information between your device and a PC. Performs basic arithmetic and calculations, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
  • Page 22 Notes Pictures & Videos Pocket MSN PowerPoint Mobile Search Tasks Windows Media Player Word Mobile Getting Started Creates handwritten or typed notes, drawings, and recordings. Collects, organizes, and sorts picture and video files in the My Pictures folder of your device or on a storage card. Sends and receives instant messages with your MSN Messenger contacts.
  • Page 23: Using The Start Menu

    1.6 Using the Start Menu The Start menu, located at the top left corner of the Today screen, displays a list of programs. It lets you close a screen and switch from one program to another. You can start a program by scrolling through the programs list and then pressing ENTER button or by tapping a program with the stylus.
  • Page 24 Getting Started...
  • Page 25: Chapter 2 Entering And Searching Information

    Chapter 2 Entering and Searching Information 2.1 Introduction 2.2 Using the Standard On-Screen Keyboard 2.3 Recording a Note 2.4 Searching Information...
  • Page 26: Introduction

    2.1 Introduction When you select a field that requires text or numbers, Input Panel automatically becomes available. Input Panel provides access to the various input methods available on your device. By default, Input Panel appears on the menu bar. The icon indicates which input method is currently selected.
  • Page 27: Recording A Note

    2.3 Recording a Note You can create a stand-alone recording (voice note) or you can add a recording to a note. For more information about creating, changing, or saving Notes, see “Notes” in Chapter 6. To create a voice note Tap Start >...
  • Page 28: Searching Information

    To change recording formats Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Input. Tap the Options tab, and in the Voice recording format list, tap the format you want. Tap OK. Note You can also change recording formats from within Notes. In the note list, tap Menu >...
  • Page 29: Chapter 3 Synchronizing Your Pocket Pc

    Chapter 3 Synchronizing Your Pocket PC 3.1 Using ActiveSync 3.2 Synchronizing Information 3.3 Synchronizing via Infrared and Bluetooth 3.4 Synchronizing Music, Video, and Pictures...
  • Page 30: Using Activesync

    3.1 Using ActiveSync ActiveSync 4.0 or higher allows you to synchronizes information on your device with information on your PC, such as Outlook content. ActiveSync can also synchronize over a wireless network with Microsoft Exchange Server, if your company or service provider is running Microsoft Exchange Server with Exchange ActiveSync.
  • Page 31: Synchronizing Information

    do so, obtain the name of the Exchange Server, your user name, password, and domain name from your administrator before starting the Sync Setup Wizard. To install and set up ActiveSync Install ActiveSync on your PC, as described on the Getting Started disc.
  • Page 32 You can set up your device to synchronize with more than one PC or with a combination of one or more PCs and Exchange Server. When synchronizing with multiple computers, the items that you synchronize will appear on all of the computers with which they are synchronized. For example, if you have set up synchronization with two PCs (PC1 and PC2), which have different items, and you synchronize Contacts and Calendar on the device with both computers, the result is as...
  • Page 33 Do one or both of the following: • Select the check box for any items you want to synchronize. If you cannot select a check box, you might have to clear the check box for the same information type elsewhere in the list. •...
  • Page 34: Synchronizing Via Infrared And Bluetooth

    3.3 Synchronizing via Infrared and Bluetooth You can connect your device to the PC to synchronize using the local wireless technologies, such as infrared (IR) and Bluetooth. These technologies have almost similar but slightly differing requirements. To synchronize with a PC via infrared Follow the instructions in ActiveSync Help on the PC for setting up your PC to receive infrared beams.
  • Page 35: Synchronizing Music, Video, And Pictures

    3.4 Synchronizing Music, Video, and Pictures If you want to carry your music or other digital media with you along while you travel, ActiveSync works with Windows Media Player to synchronize music, video, and pictures with your device. Other than selecting the Media information type in ActiveSync to be synchronized, all media synchronization settings must be set in Windows Media Player.
  • Page 36 Synchronizing Your Pocket PC...
  • Page 37: Chapter 4 Managing Your Pocket Pc

    Chapter 4 Managing Your Pocket PC 4.1 Personalizing Your Pocket PC 4.2 Adding and Removing Programs 4.3 Managing Memory 4.4 Backing Up Files 4.5 Protecting Your Device 4.6 Resetting Your Pocket PC...
  • Page 38: Personalizing Your Pocket Pc

    4.1 Personalizing Your Pocket PC Today screen settings To customize the Today screen Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Today. On the Appearance tab, select the desired theme for the background of the Today screen. On the Items tab, select the items you want to appear on the Today screen.
  • Page 39: Customize The Start Menu

    • Clear the Display all day events check box if you do not want to display all-day events. To set options for displaying tasks on the Today screen If you have a large number of tasks, you may want to specify the kind of tasks that are displayed on the Today screen.
  • Page 40 To set an alarm Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Clock & Alarms > Alarms tab. Tap <Description> and enter a name for the alarm. Tap the day of the week for the alarm. You can select multiple days by tapping each desired day.
  • Page 41 Personal and system settings To reassign programs or shortcuts to program buttons Your device may come with programs already assigned to hardware buttons. You can customize these buttons to open the programs you use most, or to perform certain shortcuts such as changing the screen orientation, opening the Today screen, or opening Input Panel.
  • Page 42 To choose how to be notified about events or actions Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Sounds & Notifications. On the Sounds tab, choose how you want to be notified by selecting the appropriate check boxes. On the Notifications tab, in Event, tap an event name and choose how you want to be notified by selecting the appropriate check boxes.
  • Page 43 To adjust the speed for scrolling Pressing and holding NAVIGATION up or down (Up/Down control) scrolls through the items in a list. Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Buttons > Up/Down Control tab. Do one of the following: •...
  • Page 44 Why is the device name important? The device name is used to identify the device in the following situations: • Synchronizing with a PC • Connecting to a network • Restoring information from a backup Note If you synchronize multiple devices with the same PC, each device must have a unique name.
  • Page 45: Adding And Removing Programs

    4.2 Adding and Removing Programs Before you purchase additional programs for your device, you should note the name of your device, the version of Windows Mobile software running on it, and the type of processor. This information will help you select a program that is compatible with your device. For more information, see "To get detailed device information"...
  • Page 46 • If the executable file is an installation wizard, follow the instructions on the screen. Once the program has been installed on your PC, the wizard will automatically transfer the program to your device. • If an installation wizard does not start, you will see an error message stating that the program is valid but that it is designed for a different type of computer.
  • Page 47: Managing Memory

    4.3 Managing Memory To see how much memory is available • Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Memory. On the Main tab, the amount of memory allocated to file and data storage versus program storage is displayed, as well as the amount of memory in use versus the available memory.
  • Page 48: Backing Up Files

    To close a program In most cases, programs automatically close to free needed memory, however, you can close programs manually, if you prefer. Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Memory > Running Programs tab. I n the Running Programs list, tap the program you want to close, and tap Stop.
  • Page 49 To copy a file using ActiveSync Copying a file results in separate versions of a file on your device and PC. Because the files are not synchronized, changes made to one file will not affect the other. Connect your device to your PC. In ActiveSync, click Explore, which opens the Mobile Device folder for your device.
  • Page 50: Protecting Your Device

    4.5 Protecting Your Device You can prevent unauthorized access to any part of the device by using password protection. To protect your device with a password You can help keep your data more secure by requiring a password every time the device is turned on. Tap Start >...
  • Page 51 To change your password Tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Password. You will be prompted to enter your current password. In the Password box, enter your new password. On the Hint tab, enter a phrase that will help you remember your new password, but doesn’t allow others to guess your password.
  • Page 52: Resetting Your Pocket Pc

    4.6 Resetting Your Pocket PC Occasionally you may need to reset your Pocket PC. A normal (or soft) reset of your device clears all active program memory and shuts down all active programs. This can be useful when the device is running slower than normal, or a program is not performing properly.
  • Page 53: Chapter 5 Getting Connected

    Chapter 5 Getting Connected 5.1 Using Comm Manager 5.2 Using Wi-Fi Connection 5.3 Connecting to the Internet 5.4 Internet Explorer Mobile 5.5 Using Bluetooth 5.6 Using Terminal Services Client...
  • Page 54: Using Comm Manager

    5.1 Using Comm Manager Comm Manager acts like a central switcher that lets you easily enable or disable the following features: • Enable or disable Wi-Fi • Enable or disable Bluetooth • Turn ActiveSync on or off Simply tap the corresponding buttons to enable or disable. When a feature is enabled, its button becomes cyan in color.
  • Page 55: Using Wi-Fi Connection

    5.2 Using Wi-Fi Connection To run Wireless LAN on your device, you need access to broadband Internet, and the necessary access point or router that emits WLAN signals. If you do not have access to broadband Internet, consult your ISP before you try to run this utility. However, the availability and range of your device’s WLAN signal depends on the number, infrastructure, and other objects through which the signal passes.
  • Page 56: Connecting To The Internet

    5.3 Connecting to the Internet Your device is equipped with powerful networking functions that enable you to connect to the Internet through a wireless network or a Bluetooth modem. You can set up connections to the Internet or to a corporate network to browse the Internet, and exchange e-mail or instant messages.
  • Page 57 To reset or modify the network card settings on your device Tap Start > Settings > Connections tab > Network Cards In the My network card connects to list, select the appropriate item: • If you want to connect to the Internet using your ISP, select The Internet.
  • Page 58: Internet Explorer Mobile

    5.4 Internet Explorer Mobile Internet Explorer Mobile is a full-featured Internet browser, optimized for use on your mobile device. To start Internet Explorer Mobile • Tap Start > Internet Explorer. To choose a Home page In Internet Explorer Mobile, tap Menu > Tools > Options > General tab.
  • Page 59 To change how Web pages fill the screen In Internet Explorer Mobile, tap Menu > View. Tap one of the following: • One Column. Arranges the content into one column that is as wide as the screen. This means that you will rarely have to scroll horizontally.
  • Page 60 To change cookies and security settings Internet Explorer Mobile supports the protocols used by Secure Sockets Layer (SSL). A connection that uses SSL helps you to send personal information more safely. Cookies are small files containing information about your identity and preferences so that a page can tailor information to your needs.
  • Page 61: Using Bluetooth

    5.5 Using Bluetooth Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology. Devices with Bluetooth capabilities can exchange information over a distance of about 10 meters without requiring a physical connection. You can even beam information to a device in a different room, as long as it is within range.
  • Page 62: Bluetooth Partnerships

    situations where radio use is prohibited, such as onboard an aircraft and in hospitals. • Discoverable. Bluetooth is turned on, and all other Bluetooth- enabled devices within a range of 10 meters can detect your device. Note By default, Bluetooth is turned off. If you turn it on, and then turn off your device, Bluetooth also turns off.
  • Page 63 Your device searches for other Bluetooth devices and displays them in the box. Tap the desired device name in the box. Tap Next. Enter a passkey to establish a secure connection. The passkey must be between 1 and 16 characters. Tap Next.
  • Page 64: Beam Information Using Bluetooth

    To delete a Bluetooth partnership Tap Start > Settings > Connections tab > Bluetooth. Tap and hold the partnership on the Devices tab. Tap Delete from the shortcut menu. Beam information using Bluetooth To beam information from your device On the device, tap and hold an item to beam. The item can be an appointment in your calendar, a task, a contact card, or a file.
  • Page 65 To configure and use a Bluetooth device as a modem On your device, tap Start > Settings > Connections tab > Connections. Tap Add a new modem connection. Enter a name for the connection. In the Select a modem list, tap Bluetooth. Tap Next.
  • Page 66: Using Terminal Services Client

    5.6 Using Terminal Services Client The Terminal Services Client allows you to log on to a PC running Terminal Services or Remote Desktop, and use all the resources available on that PC. For example, instead of running Word Mobile on your device, you can run the PC version of Word and access the .doc files available on that PC.
  • Page 67 Disconnect without ending a session From the Terminal Services Client screen on your device, tap Start > Shutdown. Tap Disconnect. Notes Do not use the Start menu on your device. If a network administrator has configured Terminal Services Client on your device to reconnect to disconnected sessions, and you previously disconnected from a Terminal Server without ending the session, the Terminal Services Client reconnects to that session.
  • Page 68 Getting Connected...
  • Page 69: Chapter 6 Exchanging Messages And Using Outlook

    Chapter 6 Exchanging Messages and Using Outlook 6.1 E-mail and Text Messages 6.2 Pocket MSN Messenger 6.3 Calendar 6.4 Contacts 6.5 Tasks 6.6 Notes...
  • Page 70: E-Mail And Text Messages

    6.1 E-mail and Text Messages Messaging is where all of your e-mail accounts and your text message account are located. You can send and receive Outlook e-mail, Internet e-mail through an Internet service provider (ISP), and text messages. You can also access e-mail from work using a VPN connection. For more information about e-mail and text messages, see Help on the device.
  • Page 71 Setting Description User name Enter the user name assigned to you by your ISP or network administrator. This is often the first part of your e-mail address, which appears before the at sign (@). Password Choose a strong password. You have the option to save your password so you do not need to enter it each time you connect to your e-mail server.
  • Page 72 To compose and send a message In the message list, tap Menu > Switch Accounts and select an account. Tap New. Enter the e-mail address or text message address of one or more recipients, separating them with a semicolon. To access addresses and phone numbers from Contacts, tap To.
  • Page 73 In the Outlook E-mail account, you will send less data if you do not edit the original message. This may reduce data transfer costs based on your rate plan. To add an attachment to a message In an open message, tap Menu > Insert and tap the item you want to attach: Picture, Voice Note, or File.
  • Page 74: Downloading Messages

    Downloading messages The manner in which you download messages depends the type of account you have: • To send and receive e-mail for an Outlook E-mail account, begin synchronization through ActiveSync. For more information, see "Synchronizing Outlook information" in Chapter 3. •...
  • Page 75: Managing Folders

    Managing folders Each Messaging account has its own folder hierarchy with five default Messaging folders: Inbox, Outbox, Deleted Items, Drafts, and Sent Items. The messages you receive and send through the account are stored in these folders. You can also create additional folders within each hierarchy.
  • Page 76: Pocket Msn

    folders, or rename/delete folders when connected. You can also set different download options for each folder. 6.2 Pocket MSN MSN Messenger delivers the features of MSN Messenger to your mobile device. With Pocket MSN Messenger you can do the following: •...
  • Page 77 To add or delete contacts • To add a contact, tap Menu > Add a Contact, and follow the instructions on the screen. • To delete a contact, tap and hold the contact's name, and tap Delete Contact. To send an instant message Tap the contact to whom you want to send a message.
  • Page 78: Calendar

    6.3 Calendar Use Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events. Your appointments for the day can be displayed on the Today screen. If you use Outlook on your PC, you can synchronize appointments between your device and PC. You can also set Calendar to remind you of appointments with a sound or flashing light, for example.
  • Page 79 Tap OK. The meeting request will be sent to the attendees the next time you synchronize your device with your PC. Note When attendees accept your meeting request, the meeting is automatically added to their schedules. When their response is sent back to you, your calendar is updated as well.
  • Page 80: Contacts

    6.4 Contacts Contacts is your address book and information storage for the people and businesses you communicate with. Store phone numbers, e-mail addresses, home addresses, and any other information that relates to a contact, such as a birthday or an anniversary date. You can also add a picture to a contact.
  • Page 81 • In Name view, you can search for a contact by entering a name or number, or by using the alphabetical index. To switch to Name view, tap Menu > View By > Name. • To see a summary of information about a contact, tap the contact.
  • Page 82: Tasks

    6.5 Tasks Use Tasks to keep track of things you need to do. A task can occur once or repeatedly (recurring). You can set reminders for your tasks and you can organize them using categories. Your tasks are displayed in a task list. Overdue tasks are displayed in red.
  • Page 83 To set a default reminder for all new tasks You can have a reminder automatically turned on for all new tasks you create. Tap Start > Programs > Tasks. Tap Menu > Options. Select the Set reminders for new items check box. Tap OK to return to the task list.
  • Page 84: Notes

    6.6 Notes Notes helps you to quickly capture thoughts, questions, reminders, to-do lists, and meeting notes. You can create handwritten and typed notes, record voice notes, convert handwritten notes to text for easy readability, and send notes to others. Entering information in Notes There are several ways to enter information in a note.
  • Page 85 To record a note You can create a stand-alone recording (voice note) or you can add a recording to a note. Tap Start > Programs > Notes. Do one of the following: • To create a stand-alone recording, record from the note list. •...
  • Page 86 Exchanging Messages and Using Outlook...
  • Page 87: Chapter 7 Experiencing Multimedia

    Chapter 7 Experiencing Multimedia 7.1 Using Pictures & Videos 7.2 Using Windows Media Player...
  • Page 88: Using Pictures & Videos

    7.1 Using Pictures & Videos The Pictures and Videos program collects, organizes, and sorts images and video clips in the following formats on your device. File Type File Extensions .bmp Image .jpg Video .wmv You can view the pictures as a slide show, bean them, send them via e-mail, edit them, or set them as the background on the Today screen.
  • Page 89 To view pictures Tap Start > Programs > Pictures & Videos. The images in the My Pictures folder appear as thumbnails by default. Select a picture and tap View. If you cannot find a picture in the default My Pictures folder, go to another folder by tapping the Down arrow.
  • Page 90 Tap anywhere on the screen to display the Slide Show toolbar, which you can use to stop or pause the slide show, rotate the view, and more. Press NAVIGATION right or left to move forward or backward through the slides. To sort pictures and video clips If you store a large number of pictures or video clips on your device, you may find it helpful to sort them to quickly find a specific picture or...
  • Page 91 To set a picture as the Today screen background You can use a picture as the background on the Today screen. Tap Start > Programs > Pictures & Videos. Select the picture you want to set as the background. Tap Menu > Set as Today Background. In Transparency level, select a higher percentage for a more transparent picture, or a lower percentage for a more opaque picture.
  • Page 92 To assign pictures to contacts You can assign a picture to a contact so that you can easily identify the contact at any point of time. Tap Start > Programs > Pictures & Videos. Select the picture you want to assign to a contact. Tap Menu >...
  • Page 93: Using Windows Media Player

    7.2 Using Windows Media Player You can use Microsoft Windows Media Player 10 Mobile for Pocket PC to play digital audio and video files that are stored on your device or on a network, such as on a Web site. Using Windows Media Player, you can play both audio and video files.
  • Page 94: About The Controls

    About the controls The following are available controls on the Windows Media Player. This control Note If your device hardware supports it, you can rewind and fast-forward files by pressing and holding the Left/Right controls. Experiencing Multimedia Does this This control Plays a file.
  • Page 95: About The Screens And Menus

    About the screens and menus Windows Media Player has three primary screens: Playback screen. The default screen that displays the playback controls (such as Play, Pause, Next, Previous, and Volume), the album art window, and the video window. You can change the appearance of this screen by choosing a different skin.
  • Page 96: Now Playing Screen Menu

    Now Playing screen menu When you are viewing the Now Playing screen, the following commands appear on Menu. This control Library Move Up Move Down Remove from Playlist Clear Now Playing Error Details Properties Library screen menu When you are viewing the Library screen, the following commands appear on Menu.
  • Page 97: About Licenses And Protected Files

    About licenses and protected files Some content (such as digital media files downloaded from the Internet, CD tracks, and videos) have associated licenses that protect them from being unlawfully distributed or shared. Licenses are created and managed by using digital rights management (DRM), which is the technology for securing content and managing its access rights.
  • Page 98 Copy files to your device Use the latest version of the desktop Player (Windows Media Player 10 or later) to synchronize digital media files to your device (instead of dragging a file from a folder on your PC to a folder on your device, for example).
  • Page 99: Troubleshooting

    Accessibility for people with disabilities Microsoft is committed to making its products and services easier for everyone to use. Many accessibility features have been built into Microsoft products, including features for individuals who have difficulty typing or using a mouse, who are blind or have low vision, or who are deaf or hard-of-hearing.
  • Page 100 Experiencing Multimedia...
  • Page 101: Chapter 8 Using Other Applications

    Chapter 8 Using Other Applications 8.1 Word Mobile 8.2 Excel Mobile 8.3 Viewing Slide Shows with PowerPoint Mobile...
  • Page 102: Unsupported Features In Word Mobile

    8.1 Word Mobile Word Mobile is a streamlined version of Microsoft Word. Word documents created on your PC can be opened and edited on your device. You can also create and edit documents and templates in Word Mobile and save them as .doc, .rtf, .txt, and .dot files. You can have only one document open at a time.
  • Page 103 • Bi-directional text. While Word Mobile will open documents containing bi-directional text, the indentations and alignment may be displayed and saved incorrectly. • Password-protected files. Word Mobile does not support opening password-protected documents. You must first remove the password protection in Word on the PC if you want to view the document on the device.
  • Page 104: Excel Mobile

    To get more help about Word Mobile • From within Word Mobile, tap Start > Help. 8.2 Excel Mobile Excel Mobile makes it easy for you to open and edit Excel workbooks and templates created on your PC. You can also can create new workbooks and templates on your device.
  • Page 105 as an array or containing an array argument, for example, =SUM({1;2;3;4}); formulas containing external link references or an intersection range reference; and formulas containing references past row 16384 are replaced with #REF! • Protection settings. Most worksheet and workbook protection features are disabled but not removed.
  • Page 106: Viewing Slide Shows With Powerpoint Mobile

    • Worksheet features. The following features are not supported in Excel Mobile and are removed or modified when a workbook is opened on the device: hidden sheets are not hidden; VBA modules, macro sheets, and dialog sheets are removed and replaced with a place holder sheet;...
  • Page 107 If the presentation is set up as a timed slide show, slides will advance automatically. To stop a slide show • In a PowerPoint Mobile presentation, tap To navigate between slides You can advance to the next slide if a presentation is not set up as a timed slide show, return to the previous slide, or go to any slide out of sequence.
  • Page 108 Using Other Applications...
  • Page 109: Appendix

    Appendix A.1 Regulatory Notices A.2 PC Requirement to Run ActiveSync 4.x A.3 Specifications A.4 Index...
  • Page 110: Regulatory Notices

    A.1 Regulatory Notices Regulatory Agency IDs For regulatory identification purposes, your product is assigned a model number of GALA100. To ensure continued reliable and safe operation of your device, use only the accessories listed below with your GALA100. The Battery Pack has been assigned a model number of GALA160. This product is intended for use with a certified Class 2 Limited Power Source, rated 5 Volts DC, maximum 1 Amp power supply unit.
  • Page 111: Federal Communications Commission Notice

    equipment operating in the 2.4 GHz ISM band and using spread spectrum modulation techniques. • EN 50371:2002 Generic standard to demonstrate the compliance of low power electronic and electrical apparatus with the basic restrictions related to human exposure to electromagnetic fields (10 MHz - 300 GHz) - General public Federal Communications Commission Notice This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for...
  • Page 112: General Precautions

    Modifications The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to the device that are not expressly approved by High Tech Computer Corporation may void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Important Health and Safety Information Retain and follow all product safety and operating instructions.
  • Page 113 documentation, do not service any product yourself. Service needed on components inside these compartments should be done by an authorized service technician or provider. • Damage requiring service Unplug the product from the electrical outlet and refer servicing to an authorized service technician or provider under the following conditions: •...
  • Page 114: Safety Precautions For Power Supply Unit

    • Adjust the volume Turn down the volume before using headphones or other audio devices. • Cleaning Unplug the product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning, but NEVER use water to clean the LCD screen. Safety Precautions for Power Supply Unit •...
  • Page 115 • National Council on Radiation Protection and Measure-ment (NCRP). Report 86. 1986 • International Commission on Non-Ionizing Radiation Protection (ICNIRP) 1996 • Ministry of Health (Canada), Safety Code 6. The standards include a substantial safety margin designed to assure the safety of all persons, regardless of age and health.
  • Page 116 Important Notes When Using GPS • Do not operate the system while driving. • The plotted GPS route is only for driving references, it should not affect actual driving behavior. • Please use the system cautiously. Users shall be liable for any damages resulting from negligent operation of the system.
  • Page 117 (rainy or cloudy days). If the vehicle’s visor contains metal, the GPS signal will be difficult to pass through. Suggest to connect your device to external GPS antenna for better signal reception.
  • Page 118: Pc Requirement To Run Activesync 4.X

    A.2 PC Requirement to Run ActiveSync 4.x To connect your device to the PC, you have to installed Microsoft® ActiveSync® program on your PC. ActiveSync 4.0 is included in the Installation CD, which is compatible with the following operating systems and applications: •...
  • Page 119: Expansion Slots

    - Right and left soft keys - Power On/Off and Backlight button - Reset switch One Bi-color LED for PDA notification and charging status. Another Tri-color LED for indicating Bluetooth (Blue) / Wi-Fi (Green) and GPS (Orange) status. Audio Audio Controller Microphone/Speaker Built-in/Mono, Hands-free...
  • Page 120: Index

    A.4 Index Accessibility 99 ActiveSync 31 Adding and Removing Programs 45 Appointment search 28 Audio 119 Backing Up Files 48 Battery 15 Beaming Information 64 Bluetooth 34 Bluetooth device as a modem 64 Bluetooth modes 61 Bluetooth partnership 62 Calendar 78 Calendar search 28 Calibration 17 Charging Battery 16...
  • Page 121 Installing ActiveSync 31 Internet Explorer Mobile 58 Introduction 26 Library screen 95 Licensed media 97 Mail search 28 Managing Memory 47 Media synchronization settings 35 MSN Messenger 76 Network card settings 57 Notes 84 Notes search 28 Now Playing screen 95 On-Screen Keyboard 26 Password 50 Personal and system settings 41...
  • Page 122 Tasks 82 Tasks search 28 Temporary Internet files, deleting (Internet Explorer) 60 Terminal Services Client 66 Text size, Web pages 59 Today Screen 19 Today screen settings 38 Troubleshooting Windows Media Player 99 Type text 26 Using ActiveSync 30 Using Bluetooth 61 Using Pictures &...
  • Page 123: Weee Notice

    WEEE Notice English ... The Directive on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE), which entered into force as European law on 13th February 2003, resulted in a major change in the treatment of electrical equipment at end-of-life. The purpose of this Directive is, as a first priority, the prevention of WEEE, and in addition, to promote the reuse, recycling and other forms of recovery of such wastes so as to reduce disposal.

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