Learning Windows Ce Basics; Getting Started - CipherLab 9400CE Reference Manual

LEARNING WINDOWS CE BASICS

This chapter mainly describes the basic skills to work with the 9400CE Mobile Computer. The
add-on utilities for applications regarding data collection, processing, and transmission, are
introduced in the following chapters.
The 9400CE Mobile Computer is specifically designed for real-time data collection in the Windows
CE 5.0 environment. It won't take long for any Windows user to get familiarized with it. Keep these
basic skills in mind and explore this Windows CE device at ease.
Double-tap an item to select it.
Tap and hold an item to see a menu that enables tasks, such as cut, copy, rename, delete, etc.
Tap and drag to select multiple items.
Tap or
application.
If the button is not displayed, press
Tap on the toolbar to save the current settings and exit the application (or minimize the
window in some applications).
If the button is not displayed, press
IN THIS CHAPTER
2.1 Getting Started .............................................................................................. 23
2.2 Finding out the Capabilities of Your Mobile Computer ...................... 28
2.3 Using ActiveSync ........................................................................................... 29
2.4 Managing Programs ....................................................................................... 31
2.5 System Reset & Auto Run........................................................................... 35
2.6 Updating OS Image ....................................................................................... 36

2.1 GETTING STARTED

When the 9400CE Mobile Computer is fully charged, you may remove it from the cradle. Then,
press to turn on the mobile computer and wait for the Windows CE desktop to come up. If you
are using the mobile computer for the first time, there are a couple of things to do after the desktop
comes up.
To select your time zone and set the local time: Start > Settings > Control Panel and select
Date/Time.
To align the touch screen: Start > Settings > Control Panel and select Stylus.
on the toolbar to close an active window, a dialog box, or a running
on the physical keypad.
on the physical keypad.
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