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  • Page 2 User’s Manual...
  • Page 3 Revision: R00 (1/2008) 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 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Preface ....................v Getting Started ................1 1.1 Identifying Hardware Components ............1 Front Components ................1 Back Components ................3 Left-Side Components .................4 Top Components .................5 Bottom Components ................5 1.2 Getting Your Device Ready for Use ............6 Performing Initial Startup ..............6 Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery ......7 1.3 Turning Your Pocket PC On and Off ...........8 Turning Off to Suspend................8...
  • Page 6 Drawing on the Screen ..............20 Recording a Message................22 Using My Text..................23 2.10 Locking Your Pocket PC..............24 Managing Your Pocket PC ............26 3.1 Managing Power................26 Low Battery Signals and Actions ............26 Power-Saving Tips................27 3.2 Customizing Your Pocket PC ............27 3.3 Searching and Organizing Information ..........30 3.4 Adding or Removing Programs ............30 Adding Programs ................31 Removing Programs ................32...
  • Page 7 Opening a Workbook .................56 5.4 PowerPoint Mobile................57 5.5 Pocket MSN..................58 5.6 Windows Media Player for Pocket PC..........59 5.7 Pictures & Videos ................60 5.8 TacLink ....................60 5.9 Backlight ....................62 5.10 Power Setting ..................62 5.11 Additional Programs ................64 SysInfo ....................65 Calculator...................65 Getting Connected............... 67 6.1 Wireless Network Connection ............67 Turning On and Off the Wi-Fi Radio ..........67 Connecting to a Wireless Network ............68...
  • Page 8 Regulatory Information ............... 87 A.1 Regulations Statements..............87 European Notice ................87 A.2 Safety Precautions................88 About Charging..................88 About the AC Adapter................88 About the Battery ................89 About the Radio Frequency Exposure..........89 Index ....................90...

  • Page 9: Preface

    Preface Welcome ® Congratulations on purchasing this Rugged Windows Mobile™ for Pocket PC ® with built-in GPS and Bluetooth wireless functions. Due to the rugged design of the device, you can use it in harsh outdoor environments – places you could not take a consumer-grade Pocket PC.

  • Page 10: Where To Find Information

    Where to Find Information For information on See this source GPS navigation operation The manual supplied with the GPS software Programs on your Pocket PC This User’s Manual or online Help on your Pocket PC Connecting to and synchronizing Chapter 6 of this manual or ActiveSync with a desktop computer Help on your desktop computer The latest on Windows Powered...

  • Page 11: Getting Started

    Getting Started This chapter introduces you to the external components of your rugged Pocket PC and guides you through the process of setting up your Pocket PC for use. NOTE: Depending on the model you purchased, the cabinet color and the look of the accessories may be different from the ones shown in this manual.
  • Page 12 Component Description RF Indicator Glows in blue to indicate that RF is on or active. Flashes in blue when searching for Wi-Fi Access Point. Multi-Functional Glows in green to indicate that battery is fully charged. Indicator Glows in amber to indicate that battery charging is in progress.

  • Page 13: Back Components

    Back Components Component Description Tap on the touch screen to make selections and enter Stylus information. Pull the stylus out of its slot to use and store it in the slot when not in use. This connector (under rubber dust cover) allows use of an Car Antenna Connector optional external antenna with magnetic mount, which may...

  • Page 14: Left-Side Components

    Left-Side Components Component Description Accepts an optional SD (Secure Digital) or MMC SD/MMC Slot (MultiMediaCard) card for removable storage. NOTE: Be sure the rubber cover is tightly closed to prevent water damage. Headphone Connects to a pair of stereo headphones. Connector...

  • Page 15: Top Components

    Top Components Component Description GPS Antenna Receives signals from the GPS satellites overhead. Bottom Components Component Description Power Connector Connects to the AC adapter for charging the battery. Reset Button Restarts your Pocket PC. Mini-USB Connects to the USB cable for ActiveSync or charging. Connector ON/OFF Switch The main power/battery cutoff switch.

  • Page 16: Getting Your Device Ready For Use

    1.2 Getting Your Device Ready for Use Performing Initial Startup Initial startup includes setting the ON/OFF switch and completing the setup wizard. 1. Pull out the stylus and use it to slide the ON/OFF switch to the ON position. CAUTION: Always leave the ON/OFF switch in the ON position for normal operation. 2.

  • Page 17: Connecting To Ac Power And Charging The Battery

    Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery Fully charge the battery before starting to use your Pocket PC for the first time. 1. Fit the converter plug to the AC adapter ( ). Connect the DC jack end of the AC adapter to your device ( ) and the other end to a wall outlet ( ).

  • Page 18: Turning Your Pocket Pc On And Off

    1.3 Turning Your Pocket PC On and Off After the initial startup, your Pocket PC enters a suspend state when you turn it off and resumes when you turn it on. Turning Off to Suspend You suspend your Pocket PC by briefly pressing the power button. By default, your Pocket PC will also automatically suspend after 1 minute of inactivity when operating on battery power.
  • Page 19 2. Insert the Getting Started CD into the CD-ROM drive of your desktop computer. Next 3. Click to continue. 4. The setup wizard will install Microsoft ActiveSync. Follow the onscreen instructions to install ActiveSync. 5. When prompted, connect the mini-USB end of the ActiveSync cable to the bottom of your Pocket PC and the other end to a USB port on your desktop computer.

  • Page 20: Expanding Your Pocket Pc

    1.5 Expanding Your Pocket PC Using a SD/MMC Card Your Pocket PC has a SD/MMC slot where you can insert an optional Secure Digital or MultiMediaCard storage card. With the removable memory, you can store or backup your data and exchange data with other devices. NOTE: A storage card is also called a memory card.

  • Page 21: Basic Skills

    Basic Skills This chapter familiarizes you with the basic operations of your Pocket PC such as using the stylus, navigation stick, Today screen, menus, and programs. You will also know how to enter information and lock your Pocket PC. 2.1 Using the Stylus Use the stylus to navigate and select objects on the screen.

  • Page 22: Using The Navigation Stick

    2.2 Using the Navigation Stick With the navigation stick, you can move up, down, left, and right within a menu. This is particularly useful for one-hand operation. Right Left To move in a direction, simply push the button toward the corresponding direction. Down To activate the selected item, press the button.

  • Page 23: Landscape View

    NOTE: If you did not use the product for a long time or you execute the Clean Boot function, the date and time setting will loose its current value and return to the default value. 2.4 Landscape View You can use your Pocket PC in a landscape manner. To change the screen view Settings System Screen...

  • Page 24: Running Programs

    2.6 Running Programs You can switch from one program to another without closing any program. To run a program, tap at the left-top corner of the screen and select from the Start menu. Programs To access additional programs, tap and tap the program icon. You can press a program button on the front of your Pocket PC.

  • Page 25: Notifications

    2.8 Notifications Your Pocket PC reminds you in a variety of ways when you have something to do. For example, if you have set up an appointment in Calendar, a task with a due date in Tasks or an alarm in Clock, you will be notified in any of the following ways: A message appears on the screen.
  • Page 26 Select an input method. Input panel button. Tap to see your choices. When you use the Input panel, your Pocket PC 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.

  • Page 27: Writing On The Screen

    When you write a letter, it is converted to typed text that appears on the screen. For specific instructions on using Block Recognizer, open Block Recognizer and then tap the question mark next to the writing area. Letter Recognizer With Letter Recognizer, you can write letters using the stylus just as you would use a pen on paper.
  • Page 28 Writing Menu Draw To write on the screen, tap to switch to drawing mode. This action displays lines on the screen to help you write. NOTE: Not all program support the drawing mode. Editing Your Writing If you want to edit or format writing, you must first select the writing and then edit it.
  • Page 29 Menu Tools Recognize 2. To convert writing to text, tap or tap and hold the Recognize selected words and then tap on the shortcut menu. Your writing is turned 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 30: 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 31 Creating a Drawing Menu Draw 1. Tap to enable drawing mode. A check (√) appears before the command. 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.

  • Page 32: Recording A Message

    Recording a Message In 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 the Notes program, you can either create a stand-alone recording or include a recording in a written note.

  • Page 33: Using My Text

    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 34: Locking Your Pocket Pc

    Tap to select a prewritten message. 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.
  • Page 35 Tap to lock the device. Tap to unlock Unlock Unlock To unlock, tap (left soft key) and tap...

  • Page 36: Managing Your Pocket Pc

    Managing Your Pocket PC This chapter tells you how to effectively manage power, settings, data and programs of your Pocket PC. 3.1 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 Pocket PC.

  • Page 37: 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 frequently. By default, the screen backlight will automatically turn off and the Pocket PC will also turn off when it has been idle for a period of time. You can Settings System Power...
  • Page 38 The items you can customize are described as follows: Items Descriptions Buttons To assigns programs to the hardware buttons and set Personal the repeat rate of the up/down control. To set up items related to the input methods and voice Input recording format.
  • Page 39 Items Descriptions To view the memory on the storage card (if installed) Memory and to manually stop a program if it becomes unstable or program memory is low. To show the remaining battery power and to set the Power time for the Pocket PC to turn off automatically. Regional To specify the region of your location and the formats Settings...

  • Page 40: Searching And Organizing Information

    3.3 Searching and Organizing Information The Search feature on your Pocket PC helps you quickly locate information. Programs Search To search a file, tap . Enter the text you want to find, Search select a data type and then tap to start the search.

  • Page 41: Adding Programs

    Adding Programs To Add Programs Using ActiveSync You will need to install the appropriate software for your Pocket PC on your desktop computer before installing it on your Pocket PC. 1. Determine your Pocket PC and processor type so that you know which Settings System About...

  • Page 42: Removing Programs

    To Add a Program to the Start Menu Use one of the following methods to add a program to the Start menu. Settings Menu and tap the check box for the program. If you do not see the program listed, use any of the following two methods. If you are using File Explorer on the Pocket PC: Program File Explorer...
  • Page 43 2. Slide the ON/OFF switch off and then slide it on again. 3. Release the upper right button ( ) of your Pocket PC when the GETAC logo appears onscreen.

  • Page 44: 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. 4.1 Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings Use Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events.

  • Page 45: Creating An Appointment

    Creating an Appointment 1. In Day or Week view, tap the desired date and time for the appointment. Menu New Appointment 2. Tap Tap to return to the calendar (the appointment is saved automatically). Tap to choose from predefined text. Tap to choose from previously entered locations.

  • Page 46: Using The Calendar Summary Screen

    Using the Calendar Summary Screen When you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen is displayed. To Edit change the appointment, tap View appointment details. View notes. Tap to change appointment.

  • Page 47: Contacts: Tracking Friends And Colleagues

    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 road. Contacts to switch to the program. Tap and enter part of a name or number to quickly find a contact Tap an alphabet group...

  • Page 48: Creating A Contact

    Creating a Contact 1. In Contacts, tap Tap to return to the contact list (the contact is saved automatically). 2. Using the Input panel, enter a name and other contact information. You will need to scroll down to see all available fields. 3.

  • Page 49: 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 Edit change the contact information, tap Tap to view notes. Tap to change contact information.

  • Page 50: 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. Programs Tasks to switch to the program. Tap to quickly create a task with only a subject Tap to display or edit the task details.

  • Page 51: Creating A Task

    Creating a Task Menu New Task 1. In Task, tap 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. 3. You can enter a start date and due date or enter other information by first tapping the field.

  • Page 52: 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 Edit the task, tap Tap to show and hide additional summary information. View notes. Tap to change task information.

  • Page 53: 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 54: Creating A Note

    Creating a Note 1. In Notes, tap 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 2.8. Tap to return to the note list (the note is saved automatically) 3.

  • Page 55: Messaging: Sending And Receiving E-Mail Messages

    4.5 Messaging: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages You can use Messaging 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 56: 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 Section 6.1.) Setting up an Email Service You can use multiple email services to receive your messages.

  • Page 57: 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 58: Composing And Sending Messages

    When you connect to your email server or synchronize with your desktop computer or server, 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 100 KB in size.
  • Page 59 Menu 4. Enter your message. To quickly enter common messages, tap Text and select the desired message. Menu Spell Check 5. To check spelling, tap NOTE: Few options for entering or input methods are not provided due to the characteristic of language.

  • Page 60: Managing Email Messages And Folders

    Managing Email Messages and Folders Each e-mail service account has its own folder hierarchy with five default folders: Inbox, Outbox, Deleted Items, Drafts and Sent Items. The messages you receive and send through the mail service are stored in these folders. You can also create additional folders within each hierarchy.

  • Page 61: More Programs

    More Programs In addition to Microsoft Pocket Outlook, there are other programs built into your Pocket PC. This chapter tells you how to use these programs. 5.1 Microsoft ActiveSync NOTE: ActiveSync is already installed on your Pocket PC. You need to install ActiveSync on your desktop computer.

  • Page 62: Synchronizing Data

    Synchronizing Data Once you have created a synchronization relationship and completed the first synchronization, you can initiate synchronization from your Pocket PC. 1. Connect your Pocket PC to your desktop computer. Programs ActiveSync 2. On your Pocket PC, tap Sync 3.

  • Page 63: Word Mobile

    5.2 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 your Pocket PC or you can copy documents from your desktop computer. Programs Word Mobile to switch to the program.

  • Page 64: Creating A Document

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

  • Page 65: Excel Mobile

    5.3 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 your Pocket PC or you can copy workbooks from your desktop computer to your Pocket PC.

  • Page 66: Opening A Workbook

    4. 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. NOTE: For more information, tap Help. Opening a Workbook Whenever you switch to Excel Mobile, you will see the workbook list. Tap the desired workbook to open it.

  • Page 67: Powerpoint Mobile

    5.4 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 your Pocket PC. Programs PowerPoint Mobile 1.

  • Page 68: Pocket Msn

    5.5 Pocket MSN Pocket MSN provides practically instant access to your up-to-date MSN Hotmail Inbox, your MSN Messenger Contacts list, and options for customizing your Pocket MSN experience. With Pocket MSN, you get: MSN Hotmail Read, write and send e-mail. Delete e-mail and manage your Hotmail folders.

  • Page 69: Windows Media Player For Pocket Pc

    5.6 Windows Media Player for Pocket PC Use Microsoft Windows Media Player for Pocket PC to play digital audio and video files that are stored on your Pocket PC or on a network, such as on a Web site. Windows Media to switch to the program.

  • Page 70: Pictures & Videos

    5.7 Pictures & Videos Use Pictures & Videos to view and edit pictures as well as launch video clips stored on your Pocket PC or on a storage card. You can also send pictures and video clips to others, or set a picture as the background on the Today screen. You can see your pictures individual, as thumbnails, or as part of a slide show.
  • Page 71 Shows the longitude of Shows the latitude of the the Pocket PC’s position. Pocket PC’s position. Shows the number of Shows the altitude of the detected satellites. Pocket PC’s position. Programs TacLink About to show related information about the program. Different colors to display the PRN of satellite.

  • Page 72: Backlight

    5.9 Backlight Settings System Backlight to set the period of time that your Pocket PC automatically turns off the backlight. There are seven levels for Battery Power mode (10 and 30 seconds, 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 minutes) while there are On AC Power ten levels for mode (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10 minutes).
  • Page 73 Power Advanced page allows you to define the time period that your Pocket PC will automatically switch to Suspend mode. On Battery Power There are five levels for mode (1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 minutes) while On External Power there are six levels for mode (1, 2, 5, 10, 15, and 30 minutes).
  • Page 74 You may not want any accidental touching of the buttons to turn on your device. This can happen when, for example, you put your device in a bag and something else in the bag presses against your device. This KeyLock feature allows your device to be automatically locked whenever it turns off.

  • Page 75: Additional Programs

    5.11 Additional Programs In addition to Microsoft software, your Pocket PC manufacturer may provide additional programs to enhance your Pocket PC or facilitate your operation. NOTE: Depending on the continuing developments of the product, the software supplied with your Pocket PC 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 76 Calculator mode allows you to perform any of the standard operations for which you would normally use a handheld calculator.

  • Page 77: Getting Connected

    Getting Connected To take full advantage of your Pocket PC, you will want to get connected. This chapter tells you how you can get your Pocket PC connected through a variety of ways including the built-in wireless network module, Bluetooth, and modem. It also describes Internet Explorer for Web browsing.

  • Page 78: Connecting To A Wireless Network

    Wi-Fi Available 2. Tap the box to change the Wi-Fi radio status from Available The Wi-Fi radio status on the Today screen indicates Wi-Fi To turn off the Wi-Fi radio, follow the above procedure, but tap the box to Available change the Wi-Fi radio status from .

  • Page 79: Bluetooth Feature

    6.2 Bluetooth Feature Your Pocket PC 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. Unlike infrared, you do not need to line up the devices to beam information with Bluetooth technology.

  • Page 80: Transferring Files Via Bluetooth Technology

    Bluetooth 2. Tap the box to change the Bluetooth radio status from For other devices with Bluetooth capabilities to detect your Pocket PC and attempt to beam information to it, establish a partnership, or use a Bluetooth Menu Bluetooth Settings Make this device discoverable to other service, tap devices...

  • Page 81: Bluetooth Partnership

    Receiving Files via Bluetooth Technology Settings Connections Beam Receive all incoming 1. Tap . Make sure that beams is selected. Make this device discoverable to other devices 2. Make sure that in Bluetooth settings is selected. (See “Turning On and Off the Bluetooth Radio” previously in this chapter.) 3.
  • Page 82 Accepting a Bluetooth Partnership 1. Make sure that the two devices are turned on, discoverable, and within close range. (See “Turning On and Off the Bluetooth Radio” previously in this chapter.) 2. When prompted to accept a Bluetooth partnership with another device, tap Passkey 3.

  • Page 83: Modem Connection

    6.3 Modem Connection With a modem, you can dial in to your ISP or corporate network. Before creating the connection, you need to: Have a modem (SD IO). (For installation information, see the documentation supplied with the product.) Obtain the following information from your ISP or network administrator: server phone number, user name, password, domain name and TCP/IP settings.

  • Page 84: Using Internet Explorer Mobile

    6.4 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. To do this, you will need to create the connection first, as described in Section 6.1 and 6.3. 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 85: Managing Favorites

    Favorites 2. Tap the soft key to display the Favorites list. 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 86 Adding a Folder in Favorites Internet Explorer 1. Tap Menu Favorites Add/Delete 2. Tap the soft key New Folder 3. Tap 4. Enter a name for the folder, and tap Deleting a Favorite or Folder Internet Explorer 1. Tap Menu Favorites Add/Delete 2.

  • Page 87: Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting and 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 88: Restoring Last State

    7.2 Restoring Last State Follow this procedure to restore your Pocket PC to the last state when your Pocket PC does not respond after being reset. 1. Disconnect all cables, including the AC adapter, from your Pocket PC. 2. Slide the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position ( ). 3.

  • Page 89: Power Problems

    7.3 Power Problems Power does not turn on when using battery power The remaining battery power may be too low to run your Pocket PC. Connect the AC adapter to your Pocket PC and to external AC power. Then, press the power button to turn on your Pocket PC. Battery runs out of power quickly You might be using your Pocket PC in ways that drain power quickly.
  • Page 90 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 your Settings System Memory...

  • Page 91: 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 92: Connection Problems

    7.6 Connection Problems ActiveSync Connection Problems ActiveSync connection problems may occur in some specific cases. They are likely caused by interoperability with desktop firewall applications or applications that manage network traffic. For troubleshooting information, visit the Microsoft Web site: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/help/activesync. Make sure that you have installed the correct version of ActiveSync on your desktop computer.

  • Page 93: Modem Connection Problems

    Modem Connection Problems Unable to dial out You cannot dial out if your Pocket PC has an active connection with your desktop computer. Make sure that the telephone line is connected correctly. Make sure that the telephone line is analog. Do not connect a modem to a digital telephone line unless it is specifically designed for use with a digital line.
  • Page 94 Verify with your network administrator that your user name and password are correct. Verify with your network administrator that the network you are trying to connect to is available, or try to connect to it from another computer. You may need to change the device name if you are trying to connect to a network and cannot because another device with the same name is already Settings System...

  • Page 95: Taking Care Of Your Pocket Pc

    7.7 Taking Care of Your Pocket PC Taking good care of your Pocket PC will ensure trouble-free operation and reduce the risk of damage to your Pocket PC. General Guidelines Keep your Pocket PC away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures.

  • Page 96: Travel Guidelines

    Travel Guidelines Before traveling with your Pocket PC, back up your data. As an added precaution, bring along a backup copy. Turn off your Pocket PC and disconnect all external devices. Make sure that the battery is fully charged. Take the AC adapter with you. Use the AC adapter as the power source and as a battery-recharger.

  • Page 97: 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. A.1 Regulations Statements European Notice Products with the CE marking comply with Radio &...

  • Page 98: Safety Precautions

    The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for modifications made by the User and the consequences thereof, which may alter the conformity of the product with the CE Marking. FCC CAUTION 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 99: About The Battery

    Do not attempt to service the unit. There are no serviceable parts inside. Replace the unit if it is damaged or exposed to excess moisture. About the Battery Use a specified charger approved by the manufacturer. Do not mutilate, puncture, or dispose of battery in fire. The battery can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals.

  • Page 100: Index

    Index Transferring file, 70 Buttons —A— Settings, 28 AC adapter —C— Cautions, 88 Connecting, 7 Accessory, 10 Calculator, 66 ActiveSync, 51 Calendar, 34 Installing on desktop computer, 8 Creating an appointment, 35 Synchronizing data, 52 Summary screen, 36 Synchronizing e-mail messages, 45 Certificate, 28 ActiveSync cable, 9 Charging the battery, 7...
  • Page 101 Indicator —E— Multi-functional, 2 WLAN, 2 E-mail service setting up, 46 Input, 15 Entering information, 15 Settings, 28 Error reporting, 28 Input panel, 15 Excel Mobile, 55 Internet Explorer Mobile, 74 —F— —L— Favorite link Letter Recognizer, 17 Synchronizing, 76 Lock, 24 Favorites Adding, 75...
  • Page 102 Creating, 44 File formats, 23 Notification, 15 Playing back, 22 Settings, 28 Recording toolbar, 22 Regional settings, 29 Regulatory information, 87 —O— Removing programs, 29 Reset button, 5, 77 ON/OFF switch, 6 Resetting, 77 Owner information, 28 Restarting, 77 Restoring factory defaults, 78 —P—...
  • Page 103 Tasks, 40 Turning off, 8 Changing, 42 Turning on, 8 Creating, 41 Due date, 41 —V— Start date, 41 Summary screen, 42 Voice notes. See Recording Time, 28 Volume control, 28 Today screen, 12 Settings, 28 —W— To-do list. See Tasks Touch screen.

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