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  • Page 1 Manual Y akumo de l ta Personal digital assistent...
  • Page 2 Trademarks All brand and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. Note The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preface......................v Getting Started ................1 1.1 Hardware Features ................1 Front Components ................1 Back Components ................2 Right-Side Components...............3 Left-Side Components .................4 Top Components .................5 Bottom Components ................5 USB Cradle and ActiveSync Cable .............6 1.2 Setting Up Your Pocket PC for Use.............7 Performing the Initial Startup ...............7 Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery ......8 1.3 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync ............9...
  • Page 4 Entering Text Using the Input Panel ..........20 Writing on the Screen ............... 22 Drawing on the Screen ..............25 Recording a Message ............... 27 Using My Text ................... 29 Managing Your Pocket PC ............31 3.1 Managing Power ................31 Low Battery Signals and Actions ............
  • Page 5 Companion Programs ..............59 5.1 Pocket Word ..................59 Creating a Document.................60 Working with Pocket Word Documents ..........62 5.2 Pocket Excel ..................63 Creating a Workbook .................63 Working with Pocket Excel Workbooks ..........64 5.3 MSN Messenger ................65 Setting Up to Use MSN Messenger...........65 Working with Contacts ...............66 Chatting with Contacts...............67 5.4 Windows Media Player for Pocket PC..........67...
  • Page 6 Troubleshooting and Maintenance ..........89 7.1 Resetting Your Pocket PC ..............89 7.2 Restoring Factory Default State............90 7.3 Power Problems................91 7.4 Memory Problems................91 7.5 Screen Problems ................93 7.6 Connection Problems................ 94 Cable or Cradle Connection Problems ..........94 Infrared Connection Problems ............
  • Page 7: Preface

    Preface Welcome Congratulations on purchasing this Windows® Powered Pocket PC. 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. Microsoft ActiveSync increases the power of your Pocket PC by allowing you to synchronize the information on your desktop or laptop computer with your Pocket PC.
  • Page 8: About This Manual

    About this Manual This manual contains comprehensive information of your Pocket PC to help you operate the device. Throughout the manual, the following conventions are used to distinguish elements of text. NOTE: provides additional hints or information that requires special attention. CAUTION: identifies important information which, if not followed, may result in loss of data or damage to your device.
  • Page 9: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter introduces you to the external components of your Pocket PC and guides you through the process of setting up your Pocket PC for use. 1.1 Hardware Features The illustrations below introduce you to the various buttons, connectors, ports and features of your Pocket PC.
  • Page 10: Back Components

    Component Description Touch Screen Displays the output of your Pocket PC. Tap the screen with the stylus to select menu commands or enter information. Program Buttons Each of the four buttons provides a quick way to run a specific program. By default, they are Notes, Contacts, Calendar and...
  • Page 11: Right-Side Components

    Component Description Clears the memory of your Pocket PC and restores the Battery Switch factory default state. CAUTION: Always leave the battery switch in the ON position during normal operation. Right-Side Components Component Description Headphone Connects to a pair of stereo headphones. Connector...
  • Page 12: Left-Side Components

    Left-Side Components Component Description Lanyard Eyelet Lanyard attaches to this opening. Scroll Dial Scrolls up or down within a menu by rotating upward or downward. Selects by pressing. Record Button Records voice notes by pressing and holding. Restarts your Pocket PC. Reset Button...
  • Page 13: Top Components

    Top Components Component Description IR Port Beams files to other mobile devices. SD/MMC Slot Accepts an optional SD (Secure Digital) or MMC (MultiMediaCard) card for removable storage. Power Button Turns your Pocket PC on or off by pressing briefly. Turns the screen backlight off by pressing and holding. Tap on the touch screen to make selections and enter Stylus information.
  • Page 14: Usb Cradle And Activesync Cable

    USB Cradle and ActiveSync Cable NOTE: The availability of the cradle and cable depends on your choice of purchase. The USB cradle provides a convenient way to charge your Pocket PC and synchronize data with a desktop computer. You can also use the ActiveSync cable to connect directly to your Pocket PC, without using the cradle.
  • Page 15: Setting Up Your Pocket Pc For Use

    1.2 Setting Up Your Pocket PC for Use You must perform the initial startup and charge the battery before starting to use your Pocket PC. Performing the Initial Startup The battery switch should be set to the ON (down) position for normal operation.
  • Page 16: Connecting To Ac Power And Charging The Battery

    Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter (PHIHONG, PSC05R-050) supplied with your Pocket PC. 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 “LPS” and output rated +5 V dc / 900mA minimum.
  • Page 17: Installing Microsoft Activesync

    3. The charge indicator glows amber when charging is in progress. Do not disconnect your Pocket PC from AC power until the battery is fully charged, as indicated by the steady amber indicator going off. This will take a couple of hours. 4.
  • Page 18 4. In the “Start Here” screen, click on the left column. Install ActiveSync 3.5 5. In the “Install ActiveSync 3.5” screen, click to start installation. Install 6. In the “File Download” screen, click Run this program from its current location 7.
  • Page 19: Turning Your Pocket Pc On And Off

    9. Follow the onscreen instructions to establish a partnership and synchronize your Pocket PC with your desktop computer. After your first synchronization, the data you have stored on your desktop computer such as Calendar, Contacts and Tasks is copied to your Pocket PC. You are now ready to take it along with you when you go.
  • Page 20: Accessories

    NOTE: Make sure that no foreign objects enter the slot. Keep a SD or MMC card in a well-protected box to avoid dust and humidity when you are not using it. To use a SD/MMC card, insert it into the slot, with the connector pointing to the slot and its label facing the front of the Pocket PC.
  • Page 21: Basic Skills

    Basic Skills This chapter familiarizes you with the basic operations of your Pocket PC such as using the stylus, navigation button, scroll dial, Today screen, menus and programs. You will also know how to enter information. 2.1 Using the Stylus The stylus serves as a mouse for computers.
  • Page 22: Using The Navigation Pad

    2.2 Using the Navigation Pad With the navigation pad, you can move up, down, left and right within a menu. Simply press the corresponding area of the pad. This is particularly useful for Right Left one-hand operation. Down 2.3 Using the Scroll Dial With the scroll dial, you can scroll within a menu and activate the selected item.
  • Page 23: Today Screen

    2.4 Today Screen When you turn on your Pocket PC for the first time each day (or after 4 hours of inactivity), you will see the Today screen. You can also display it by tapping and then . On the Today screen, you can see at a glance important Today information for the day.
  • Page 24: Status Icons

    Status Icons When the Today screen is displayed, you may see the following status icons on the Command bar or Navigation bar. In most cases, you can tap a status icon to display the associated control panel or more information related to the item. For example, tap a battery status icon to open the Power control panel.
  • Page 25: Navigation Bar And Command Bar

    2.5 Navigation Bar and Command Bar 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 quickly select a program you have recently used.
  • Page 26: Running Programs

    2.6 Running Programs You can switch from one program to another during your work session without closing any program. To switch to a program, you can: at the left-top corner of the screen and select from the Start menu. (To customize which programs you see on the Start menu, tap icon.) Settings Personal...
  • Page 27: Pop-Up Menus

    2.7 Pop-up Menus With pop-up menus, you can quickly choose an action for an item. For example, you can use the pop-up menu in the contact list to quickly delete a contact, make a copy of a contact or send an email message to a contact. The actions in the pop-up menus vary from program to program.
  • Page 28: Entering Information

    To choose reminder types and sounds for your Pocket PC, tap Settings icon. Personal Sounds & Notifications 2.9 Entering Information You have several options for entering new information: Use the Input panel to enter typed text, either by using the soft keyboard or other input methods.
  • Page 29 Tap here if this is the right word. NOTE: To change word suggestion options, such as the number of words suggested at one time, tap Settings Personal tab Input icon Word Completion tab. Block Recognizer With Block Recognizer, you can use the stylus to input characters using strokes that are similar to the Palm™...
  • Page 30: Writing On The Screen

    2. Write a letter in the box. When you write a letter, it is converted to typed text that appears on the screen. For specific instructions on using Letter Recognizer, open Letter Recognizer and then tap the question mark next to the writing area. Transcriber With Transcriber you can write anywhere on the screen using the stylus just as you would on paper.
  • Page 31 Tap the Pen button and use your stylus like a pen. NOTE: Some programs that accept writing may not have the Pen button. See the documentation for that program to find out how to switch to writing mode. Editing Your Writing If you want to edit or format writing, you must first select the writing and then edit it.
  • Page 32 2. To convert writing to text, tap or tap and hold the selected Tools Recognize words and then tap on the pop-up menu. Your writing is turned Recognize into text. If a word is not recognized, it is left as writing. Select the text you want to The writing is turned into convert and tap Recognize...
  • Page 33: Drawing On The Screen

    Tap to return to your original writing. Or, tap the word you want to use. Some tips for getting good recognition are listed below: Write neatly. Write on the lines and draw descenders below the line. Write the cross of the “t”...
  • Page 34: Creating A Drawing

    Creating a Drawing 1. To create a drawing, cross three ruled lines on your first stroke. A drawing box appears. 2. 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 35: Recording A Message

    Recording a Message n any program where you can write or draw on the screen, you can also quickly capture thoughts, reminders and phone numbers by recording a message. In Calendar, Tasks Contacts, you can include a recording in the tab.
  • Page 36 Indicates an embedded recording. Tap to begin recording. Tap to show or hide the Recording toolbar. Recording Formats Your Pocket PC supports several formats for voice notes. The formats vary in both the quality of the recording and the size of the sound file. When selecting a recording format, you should consider the quality you need as well as how much storage memory the recording will use on your Pocket PC.
  • Page 37: Using My Text

    The list of recording formats on your Pocket PC indicates the sample rate, whether the format is stereo or mono and how much storage memory is required per second of recording. You may need to experiment with different sample rates and formats to determine which format best suits your voice. Using My Text When using Inbox or MSN Messenger, use My Text to quickly insert preset or frequently used messages into the text entry area.
  • Page 39: Managing Your Pocket Pc

    Managing Your Pocket PC This chapter tells you how to effectively manage power, memory, settings, data and programs of your Pocket PC. 3.1 Managing Power You must maintain a continuous power supply to your Pocket PC to retain your data, including any information, programs or settings that you added to your Pocket PC.
  • Page 40: Power-Saving Tips

    connect the Pocket PC to external AC power for charging before you can use it again. If the battery completely runs out of power, you will lose any information, programs or settings that you added. 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.
  • Page 41: Managing Memory

    3.2 Managing Memory Storage and Program Memory CAUTION: The maximum size of a file to be stored in the RAM of your Pocket PC is 20MB. Files, settings and data that you add to your Pocket PC are stored in RAM (Random Access Memory).
  • Page 42: Customizing Your Pocket Pc

    3.3 Customizing Your Pocket PC NOTE: 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 Pocket PC to your own preferences. Tap .
  • Page 43: Setting A Password

    Items Descriptions About To show the hardware information of the Pocket PC System and to define the device name that your Pocket PC uses for identifying itself to other computers. Backlight To adjust the brightness level of the display and to set the automatic turnoff for power saving purposes.
  • Page 44: Finding And Organizing Information

    3.4 Finding and Organizing Information The Find feature on your Pocket PC helps you quickly locate information. To find a file, tap . Enter the text you want to find, select a data type Find and then tap to start the search. NOTE: To quickly find information that is taking up storage space on your Pocket PC, select Larger than 64 KB under Type.
  • Page 45: Backing Up Data

    3.5 Backing Up Data To prevent loss of data, you should back up your Pocket PC frequently. Your Pocket PC comes with two programs for backing up data: Microsoft ActiveSync ActiveSync enables you to back up data to your desktop computer. You can back up all data on your Pocket PC or only your PIM databases (Calendar, Contacts and Tasks).
  • Page 46 6. Select a storage media to back up data and tap Next 7. Select the items you want to backup. You can select individual or multiple items from Contacts, Calendar, Tasks, Inbox, Channels, Notes, Voice Recorder and User Applications. 8. Tap .
  • Page 47: Adding Or Removing Programs

    3.6 Adding or Removing Programs Programs added to your Pocket PC at the factory are stored in ROM (Read-Only Memory). You cannot remove the programs and you will never accidentally lose ROM contents. All other programs and data files added to your Pocket PC after factory installations are stored in RAM.
  • Page 48: Removing Programs

    any installation instructions for the program in the Read Me file or documentation, use ActiveSync Explore to copy the program file to the Program Files folder on your Pocket PC. For more information on copying files using ActiveSync, see ActiveSync Help. NOTE: You can also use Pocket Internet Explorer to download some programs from the Internet directly to your Pocket PC if your Pocket PC is connected to Internet.
  • Page 49: Microsoft Pocket Outlook

    Microsoft Pocket Outlook This chapter tells you how to use Microsoft Pocket Outlook that includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Notes and Inbox. 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 Inbox. 4.1 Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings Use Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events.
  • Page 50: Creating An Appointment

    NOTE: You can customize the Calendar display (for example, change the first day of the week), by tapping Tools Options. Creating an Appointment 1. In Day or Week view, tap the desired date and time for the appointment. 2. Tap Tap to return to the calendar (the appointment is saved automatically).
  • Page 51: Using The Calendar Summary Screen

    Beam the appointment. For more information, tap Help. 7. Tap to return to Calendar. Using the Calendar Summary Screen When you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen is displayed. To change the appointment, tap Edit View appointment details. View notes.
  • Page 52: Contacts: Tracking Friends And Colleagues

    3. From the list of email addresses in Contacts, select the meeting attendees. The meeting notice is created automatically and placed in the Outbox folder. For more information on sending and receiving meeting requests, see Calendar Help and Inbox Help on your Pocket PC. 4.2 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...
  • Page 53: Creating A Contact

    Creating a Contact 1. In Contacts, tap Tap to return to the contact list (the contact is saved automatically). Scroll to see more fields. Notes is a good place for maps and directions. 2. Using the Input panel, enter a name and other contact information. You will need to scroll down to see all available fields.
  • Page 54: Finding A Contact

    Finding a Contact There are four ways to find a contact: , enter the contact name, select for the type then tap Find Contacts In the contact list, enter a contact name in the box under the Navigation bar. To show all contacts again, clear text from the box or tap the button to the right of the box.
  • Page 55: Tasks: Keeping A To Do List

    4.3 Tasks: Keeping a To Do List Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do. or press the Tasks button on your Pocket PC to switch to the Tasks program. Select the category of tasks you want displayed in the list. Select the sort order of the list.
  • Page 56: Creating A Task

    Creating a Task 1. In Task, tap Tap to return to the task list (the task is saved automatically). Tap to choose from predefined subjects. Notes is a good place for maps and directions. 2. Using the Input panel, enter a description. 3.
  • Page 57: 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 change the task, tap Edit View task details. Tap to show and hide additional summary information. View notes. Tap to change task information.
  • Page 58: Notes: Capturing Thoughts And Ideas

    4.4 Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas Quickly capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, drawings and phone numbers with Notes. You can create a written note or a recording. You can also include a recording in a note. If a note is open when you create the recording, it will be included in the note as an icon.
  • Page 59: Creating A Note

    Creating a Note 1. In Notes, tap NOTE: You can create a note by using a template. Tap the folder list (labeled All Folders by default) and then Template. Tap the template you want to use and make your changes. 2.
  • Page 60: Inbox: Sending And Receiving E-Mail Messages

    4.5 Inbox: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages You can use Inbox to send and receive email messages in two ways: By synchronizing email messages with Microsoft Exchange or Microsoft Outlook on your desktop computer. By connecting directly to an e-mail server through an ISP (Internet Service Provider) or a network.
  • Page 61: Connecting Directly To An E-Mail Server

    Connecting Directly to an E-mail Server You can send and receive email messages by connecting to a POP3 or IMAP4 e-mail server if you can connect to your ISP or local area network. (For information on connection, see sections 6.4 and 6.5.) Setting up an Email Service You can use multiple email services to receive your messages.
  • Page 62: Using The Message List

    Using the Message List Messages you receive are displayed in the message list. By default, the most recently received messages are displayed first in the list. Select the service and folder you want to display. Select the sort order for messages. Tap to open a message.
  • Page 63 Tap to return to the message list. Tap to delete this message. Tap to view the previous or next message. Tap to reply to or forward this message. When you connect to your email server or synchronize with your desktop computer, by default, you will receive messages from the last three days only, the first 100 lines of each new message file attachments of less than 100KB in size.
  • Page 64: Composing And Sending Messages

    Composing and Sending Messages 1. In Inbox, tap 2. In the field, enter an email address of one or more recipients, separating them with a semicolon. If the address is already in your contact list, you can or the Contacts button in the Command bar to select the e-mail address.
  • Page 65: Managing Email Messages And Folders

    6. Tap when you have finished the message. If you are working offline, Send the message is moved to the Outbox folder and is sent the next time you connect. The message is placed in the Outbox folder on your Pocket PC and will be delivered in one of two ways: The message is transferred to the Outbox folder in Exchange or Outlook on your desktop computer and sent the next time you synchronize.
  • Page 66 messages are missing from the Pocket PC Inbox and deletes them from the server. This prevents you from having duplicate copies of a message, but it also means that you no longer have access to messages that you move to folders created from anywhere except the Pocket PC.
  • Page 67: Companion Programs

    Companion Programs In addition to Microsoft Pocket Outlook, several programs are built into your Pocket PC. They include Microsoft Pocket Word, Microsoft Pocket Excel, Windows Media Player, Microsoft Reader and additional programs. This chapter tells you how to use these programs. 5.1 Pocket Word Microsoft Pocket Word works with Microsoft Word on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your documents.
  • Page 68: Creating A Document

    Creating a Document 1. In Pocket Word, tap NOTE: To open a template rather than a blank document, select a template for new documents. Tap Tools Options and select the desired template. When you tap New, the template appears with appropriate text and formatting already provided. 2.
  • Page 69: Writing Mode

    With Space button selected, drag to insert space. An arrow appears showing the space direction and size. Tap to highlight selected text. Tap to select formatting options, such as pen weight and line color. Space button. Pen button. Writing Mode Select Shape on the pop-up menu to convert objects to proper shapes.
  • Page 70: Working With Pocket Word Documents

    3. When you have finished entering the information and tap , the document is automatically saved and named according to the first characters of text entered in the document. Working with Pocket Word Documents Opening a Document Whenever you switch to Pocket Word, you will see the document list. Tap the desired document to open it.
  • Page 71: Pocket Excel

    5.2 Pocket Excel Microsoft Pocket Excel works with Microsoft Excel on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your workbooks. You can create new workbooks on your Pocket PC or you can copy workbooks from your desktop computer to your Pocket PC.
  • Page 72: Working With Pocket Excel Workbooks

    3. When you have finished entering the information and tap , the workbook is automatically saved and named according to the first characters of text entered in the workbook. Working with Pocket Excel Workbooks Opening a Workbook Whenever you switch to Pocket Excel, you will see the workbook list. Tap the desired workbook to open it.
  • Page 73: Msn Messenger

    Show and hide rows and columns. To hide a row or column, select a cell in the row or column you want to hide. Tap Format Column Hide To show a hidden row or column, tap and then type a Tools Go To reference that is in the hidden row or column.
  • Page 74: Working With Contacts

    3. To sign in, tap the sign-in screen and enter your email address and password. NOTE: If you already use MSN Messenger on your desktop computer, your contacts show up on your Pocket PC without being added again. Working with Contacts The MSN Messenger window shows all of your messenger contacts at a glance and are divided into Online and Not Online categories.
  • Page 75: Chatting With Contacts

    Chatting with Contacts Tap a contact name to open a chat window. Enter your message in the text entry area at the bottom of the screen or tap to enter a preset message and tap My Text . To invite another contact to a multi-user chat, in the menu, tap Send Tools...
  • Page 76: Microsoft Reader

    You can play files in either Windows Media or MP3 format (this include files with the extension .asf, .wma, .wmv and .mp3). To find content in Windows Media Format, see the WindowsMedia.com Web site (http://www.windowsmedia.com). Use Microsoft Windows Media Player on your desktop computer to copy digital audio and video files to your Pocket PC.
  • Page 77: Getting Books For Your Pocket Pc

    Getting Books for Your Pocket PC You can download book files from the Web. Just visit your favourite eBook retailer and follow the instructions to download the book files. Sample books and a dictionary are also included in the MSReader folder on the Companion CD.
  • Page 78: Reading A Book

    Reading a Book Each book consists of a cover page, an optional table of contents and the pages of the book. Navigation options are listed in the bottom portion of the cover page. The first time you open a book, you will probably want to go to the first page or to the table of contents, if there is one.
  • Page 79: Removing A Book

    want to search for and tap the desired Find option. Reader highlights found text on the page. To close Find, tap outside the box. To return to your original page, tap the title and then tap on the pop-up menu. Return Copy Text You can copy text from books that support this feature into any program...
  • Page 80: Additional Programs

    5.6 Additional Programs Your Pocket PC also provides several utility programs to facilitate your operation. They are introduced in this section. EMenu and tap the EMenu icon to switch to the program. Programs This program allows you to create a personalized desktop on your Pocket PC where you can easily access your frequently-used programs, features and settings.
  • Page 81 Create a slide show. Rotate an image. Add notes and audio to an image.
  • Page 83: Getting Connected

    Getting Connected This chapter tells you how you can get your Pocket PC connected to your desktop computer, to an IR device and to the Internet or corporate network. It also describes two applications on your Pocket PC: ActiveSync (for data synchronization) and Internet Explorer (for Web browsing).
  • Page 84: Microsoft Activesync

    Use the IR port in place of using a cable. IR ports can be found on many notebook computers; however, on a desktop computer, you may need to install and configure an IR port. To install the port, follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
  • Page 85: Synchronizing Data

    Pass through your desktop computer to a network or the Internet to perform tasks such as downloading IMAP4 e-mail messages or browsing the Internet on your Pocket PC Synchronizing Data Once you have created a partnership and completed the first synchronization, you can initiate synchronization from your Pocket PC.
  • Page 86 Select which information types are synchronized and control how much data is synchronized. For example, you can choose how many weeks of past appointments you want synchronized. For information on setting ActiveSync options and using ActiveSync on your desktop computer, see ActiveSync Help on the desktop computer. For information on using ActiveSync on your Pocket PC, see ActiveSync Help on the Pocket PC.
  • Page 87: Transferring Items Using Infrared

    6.3 Transferring Items Using Infrared Using infrared (IR), you can send and receive information, such as contacts and appointments, between two devices. In addition, you can use the IR port to synchronize data with your desktop computer, in place of using the synchronizing cable.
  • Page 88: Receiving Information

    Receiving Information 1. Align the IR ports so that they are unobstructed and within a close range. 2. Tap icon. Programs Infrared Receive 3. Have the owner of the other device send the information to you. Your Pocket PC automatically receives it. 6.4 Connecting to Your ISP You can connect to your ISP (Internet Service Provider) and use the connection to send and receive e-mail messages and view Web or WAP pages.
  • Page 89: Connecting To Work

    6.5 Connecting to Work If you have access to a network at work, you can send email messages, view intranet pages, synchronize your Pocket PC and possibly access the Internet. First you need to configure a modem connection to work. Creating a Modem to a Work If you want to access the corporate network using a RAS (Remote Access Server) account outside the office, follow this procedure:...
  • Page 90: Starting A Connection

    6.6 Starting a Connection To start the connection, use one of the following programs. Your Pocket PC automatically begins connecting. Once connected, you can: Send and receive email messages by using Inbox. (See section 4.5.) Visit Internet or intranet Web or WAP pages by using Pocket Internet Explorer.
  • Page 91: Using Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer

    6.9 Using Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer Use Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer to view Web pages in either of these ways: Connect to an ISP or network and browse the Web. To do this, you will need to create the connection first, as described in sections 6.4 and 6.5. During synchronization with your desktop computer, download your favorite links and mobile favorites that are stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in Internet Explorer on the desktop computer.
  • Page 92: Viewing Mobile Favorites And Channels

    Viewing Mobile Favorites and Channels 1. In Internet Explorer, tap the button to display your list of favorites. Favorites 2. In the list, tap the page you want to view. Tap the favorite you want to view. Tap to add or delete a folder or favorite link.
  • Page 93: The Mobile Favorites Folder

    The Mobile Favorites Folder Only items stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in the Favorites folder in Internet Explorer on your desktop computer will be synchronized with your Pocket PC. This folder is created automatically when you install ActiveSync Favorite Links During synchronization, the list of favorite links in the Mobile Favorites folder on your desktop computer is synchronized with Pocket Internet Explorer on your Pocket PC.
  • Page 94 tab, specify the number of links deep you want to download. To Download conserve memory on your Pocket PC, download only one level of links. 4. Synchronize your Pocket PC and desktop computer. Mobile favorites that are stored in the Mobile Favorites folder in Internet Explorer are downloaded to your Pocket PC.
  • Page 95: Using Avantgo Channels

    Using AvantGo Channels AvantGo is a free interactive service that gives you access to personalized content and thousands of popular Web sites. You subscribe to AvantGo channels directly from your Pocket PC. Then you synchronize your Pocket PC with your desktop computer or connect to the Internet to download the content. For more information, visit the AvantGo Web site.
  • Page 97: Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    Troubleshooting and Troubleshooting and Maintenance Maintenance This chapter gives solutions to common Pocket PC problems you may encounter. It also provides guidelines on taking care of your Pocket PC. NOTE: If you encounter a problem you cannot solve, contact your dealer for assistance. 7.1 Resetting Your Pocket PC CAUTION: Resetting will cause unsaved data to be lost.
  • Page 98: Restoring Factory Default State

    7.2 Restoring Factory Default State In some cases, you may need to restore your Pocket PC to the factory default state by clearing the memory (RAM) from your Pocket PC. For example, you should clear the memory: When your Pocket PC does not respond after being reset. When you forget your password.
  • Page 99: Power Problems

    8. Reestablish a partnership with your desktop computer. 9. You may also want to restore data to your Pocket PC from your most recent backup file. NOTE: If the battery completely runs out of power and is not charged in time, you will get the same result as you restore the factory default state.
  • Page 100 In Internet Explorer options, delete all files and clear history. In Internet Explorer, tap . Tap Tools Options Delete Files Clear History If you are copying files from a computer or device to your Pocket PC, try adjusting the slider in the Memory setting. Tap Settings System icon.
  • Page 101: Screen Problems

    7.5 Screen Problems Screen is off If the screen does not respond even after you press the power button, try the following in order until the problem is solved: Connect the AC adapter to your Pocket PC and to external AC power. Reset your Pocket PC as described in section 7.1.
  • Page 102: Connection Problems

    7.6 Connection Problems Cable or Cradle Connection Problems Make sure that you have installed the correct version of ActiveSync on your desktop computer. Install the version ActiveSync included with your Pocket Make sure that your Pocket PC and your desktop computer are both turned on before establishing the connection.
  • Page 103: Modem Connection Problems

    Adjust the room lighting. Some types of light interfere with IR communications. Try moving to a different location or turning off some lights. Modem Connection Problems Unable to dial out Do not install your Pocket PC in the cradle. You cannot dial out if your Pocket PC has an active connection with your desktop computer.
  • Page 104: Taking Care Of Your Pocket Pc

    Modem connection is unreliable Make sure that the modem card is installed properly. Make sure that the telephone line is connected correctly. Disable call waiting. Tap Settings Connections Connections icon tab and enable . Select the disable Dialing Locations Disable call waiting code specified by your telephone company from the drop-down list.
  • Page 105: Travel Guidelines

    Never clean your Pocket PC with its power on. Use a soft, lint-free cloth moistened with water to wipe the screen and the exterior of your Pocket PC. Do not use paper towels to clean the screen. Never attempt to disassemble, repair or make any modifications to your Pocket PC.
  • Page 107 Index Checking remaining battery power, Power low, 31 Battery switch, 3 AC adapter Off, 90 Connecting, 8 ON, 7 Accessory, 12 Beam file, 79 ActiveSync, 76 Block Recognizer, 21 Connector, 5 Buttons Installing on desktop computer, 9 Power, 5 Status icon, 16 Program, 2 Synchronizing data, 77 Record, 4...
  • Page 108 Ending, 82 Excel. See Pocket Excel Getting help, 82 Expansion slot, 5 Starting, 82 To a network, 81 To desktop computer, 75 To ISP, 80 Features, 1 To work, 81 File Explorer, 36 Troubleshooting, 94 Find feature, 36 Connector ActiveSync, 5 Headphone, 3 Power connector on cable, 6 GSM file format, 28...
  • Page 109 Settings, 34 Downloading books, 69 Input panel, 20 Reading a book, 70 Button, 17 Removng a book, 71 Instant messages, 65 Using the Library, 69 Internet MMC card, 11 Browsing, 84 Mobile favorites Connecting, 80, 81 Creating, 85 Internet Explorer. See Pocket Internet Reducing storage memory for, 86 Explorer Specifying level of links, 85...
  • Page 110 Customizing display of, 64, 65 File formats, 64 Opening a workbook, 64 RAM, 33 Passwords, 64 RAS, 81 Template, 63 Record button, 4 Zooming, 64 Using, 27 Pocket Internet Explorer, 83 Recording, 27 Clearing history, 92 File formats, 28 Delete all files, 92 Playing back, 27 Pocket Word, 59 Recording toolbar, 27...
  • Page 111 Storage card. See Memory card Cable connection, 94 Storage memory, 33 Cradle connection, 94 Stylus, 5 Infrared connection, 94 Using, 13 Memory, 91 Suspend, 11, 32 Modem connection, 95 Synchronization. See ActiveSync Power, 91 Screen, 93 Turning off, 11 Turning on, 11 Taking care, 96 Tap and hold, stylus, 13 Tap, stylus, 13...
  • Page 112: Class B Regulations

    Class B Regulations Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
  • Page 113: European Notice

    European Notice Products with the CE marking comply with both the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) – 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: EN55022: Radio disturbance characteristics EN55024: Immunity characteristics...

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