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Table of Contents Preface .................... ix Regulatory Information..............xi Getting Started............... 1-1 1.1 Identifying Hardware Components ........1-1 Front Components............1-1 Back Components ............1-3 Left-Side Components............. 1-4 Right-Side Components ..........1-5 Top Components ............. 1-6 Bottom Components............1-6 1.2 Installing the SIM Card and Battery......... 1-7 1.3 Charging the Battery ............
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2.3 Today Screen..............2-2 Landscape View...............2-3 2.4 Navigation Bar and Toolbar ..........2-3 2.5 Quick Launch Bar.............2-4 2.6 Shortcut Tray..............2-5 2.7 Mio Menu .................2-6 2.8 Running Programs ............2-8 2.9 Shortcut Menus ..............2-8 2.10 Notifications..............2-9 2.11 Entering Information............2-9 Entering Text Using the Input Panel ......2-10 Writing on the Screen.............2-11...
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Dialing an International Call........... 3-23 Managing Your Device ............4-1 4.1 Managing Power.............. 4-1 Low Battery Signals and Actions ........4-1 Power Management ............4-2 Power-Saving Tips ............4-3 4.2 Managing Memory............4-4 Main Memory..............4-4 Mio Recovery ..............4-4...
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Storage Card..............4-4 Smart Quit ................4-4 4.3 Customizing Your Device..........4-5 4.4 Finding and Organizing Information .........4-9 Microsoft Pocket Outlook............5-1 5.1 Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings ..5-1 Creating an Appointment ..........5-2 Using the Calendar Summary Screen......5-3 5.2 Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues ....5-4 Creating a Contact ............5-5 Using the Contacts Summary Screen ......5-6 5.3 Tasks: Keeping a To Do List ..........5-7...
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Creating an SMS Recipient ..........8-1 Sending an Emergency Message........8-2 Customizing Your Emergency Message ......8-3 8.2 Mio SMS Locator ............. 8-3 8.3 Quick GPS Position ............8-4 8.4 Voice Speed Dial ............. 8-5 Creating a Voice Tag............8-5 Using a Voice Tag ............
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Synchronizing GMT............8-10 8.6 MioCalc ................8-11 Starting and Exiting MioCalc ..........8-11 Using the Calculator Mode..........8-11 Using the Currency Mode ..........8-12 Using the Metrology Mode ..........8-14 8.7 Sudoku2 .................8-15 8.8 SIM Manager..............8-17 SIM Contacts..............8-18 SMS Messages ..............8-18 Add-On Programs ..............9-1 9.1 Installing Programs ............9-1 9.2 WorldCard Mobile ............9-3 Recognizing Cards and Exporting Information....9-3 9.3 H.263 Decode ..............9-4...
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11 Troubleshooting and Maintenance ........11-1 11.1 Resetting Your Device........... 11-1 11.2 Restoring Factory Default State ........11-2 11.3 Troubleshooting............. 11-3 Power Problems ............11-3 Memory Problems ............11-3 Screen Problems ............11-4 Connection Problems ............ 11-5 11.4 Taking Care of Your Device .......... 11-7 General Guidelines............
Preface Welcome Congratulations on purchasing this product with the phone and navigation ® features. This product is a Microsoft Windows Mobile™ Version 6-based device. Due to the size and capabilities of the device, you can keep your most important business and personal information up-to-date and close at hand. ®...
Chapter 3 of this manual Using the programs on the Bonus CD Chapter 9 of this manual Microsoft ActiveSync Section 6.1 of this manual ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer Last-minute updates and detailed Product web site: www.mio-tech.com technical information Microsoft web site: www.microsoft.com...
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.
Safety Precautions Prolonged listening of music in maximum volume can damage the ears. The use of headphones other than those recommended/supplied can cause hearing impairment due to excessive sound pressure. DO NOT use the flash/flashlight close to or direct on human (especially children) or animal eyes.
About the Battery CAUTION: Risk of explosion if battery replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Do not mutilate, puncture, or dispose of battery in fire. The battery can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals.
Getting Started This chapter introduces you to the external components of your device, and guides you through the process of setting up your device for use. Identifying Hardware Components The illustrations below introduce you to the various buttons, connectors, ports and features of your device. Front Components Getting Started...
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Returns to the Today screen from another program. GPS Button Starts the optional navigation program. Talk Button Dials or answers a call. Press during a call to put the call on hold. Activates the Mio Menu. Mio Button Getting Started...
Back Components Component Description Viewing Mirror Allows you to adjust the distance and angle when taking a picture of yourself. Flash Provides extra light when taking pictures. Use the flash with special care (see the “Safety Precautions” section on page xii for information). Takes still pictures or records video clips.
Left-Side Components Component Description Hand Strip Hole Hand strip attaches to this opening. Camera Button Starts the camera program to take pictures or record video clips. Navigation Stick Moves up, down, left or right on the screen by pushing the stick in the corresponding direction. Confirms your selection by pressing in, similar to the Enter key on a keyboard.
Right-Side Components Component Description Volume Control Adjusts the volume by pressing the upper or lower button. Silences the ring of an incoming call immediately. SD/MMC Slot Accepts an optional SD (Secure Digital) or MMC (MultiMediaCard) storage card for removable storage, or SDIO wireless network card for the network connection.
Top Components Component Description GPS Antenna Receives signals from the GPS satellites overhead. Stylus Tap on the touch screen to make selections and enter 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 Car Antenna an optional external antenna with magnetic mount,...
Installing the SIM Card and Battery After applying for an account with a mobile phone service provider, you will be provided a SIM (Subscriber Identification Module) card. This card contains your mobile phone account details, contacts that can be stored and any additional services to which you have subscribed.
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If you need to remove the battery, use your finger to push on the finger grip and lift the battery out of the compartment. DO NOT use screwdrivers or metallic tool edges to extract the battery from the device as they may damage and irreversibly alter the battery’s behavior. 4.
Charging the Battery Fully charge the battery before starting to use the device for the first time. When charging the battery for the very first time, charge it for at least 8 hours. 1. Plug the converter to the AC adapter ( ). 2.
Turning the Device On and Off Turning On for the First Time 1. Make sure that the device is connected to AC power or the battery has power. 2. Press the Power button ( ) to turn on your device. The backlight of the keypad will glow, and the setup wizard will appear on the screen.
Settings System Power Advanced To change these settings, tap NOTE: The device will not enter the suspend mode when using the navigation program (for selected models only). In such cases, the device’s standby time will decrease without using external power. Therefore, you are advised to exit the navigation program properly when the program is not needed any more.
USB to PC, clear the Enable advanced network functionality check box, and then tap ok. If the problem persists, please refer to the support section of the Mio Technology website (www.mio-tech.com). Follow the procedure below: 1. Turn on your desktop computer.
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6. Click Accept and the installation will start. The installation may take some time. Please be patient. 7. After the installation is complete, click Close to quit the “Installation Wizard.” 8. Connect the device to the desktop computer: connect the mini-USB end of the USB cable to the device, and the other end to a USB port on your desktop computer.
Using Your Device in a Vehicle Using the Car Holder Use the car holder to fix your device in a vehicle. (See a separate document for installation instructions.) CAUTION: After the suction cup is secured to the windshield, never try to pull or wriggle the arm.
Before using a SDIO card, first install its supplied driver on the device and then restart the device. Doing so ensures that the device can recognize the card correctly. Mio Technology does not guarantee the product’s compatibilities with the Micro SD cards from all manufacturers. 1-15...
Using the Earphones The earphones allow you to talk conveniently using a hands-free solution. Answer button Microphone Use the answer button to answer and end a call. 1-16 Getting Started...
Basic Skills This chapter familiarizes you with the basic operations of the device such as using the stylus, navigation stick, Today screen, menus, and programs. You will also know how to enter information and lock the device. Using the Stylus Use the stylus to navigate and select objects on the screen.
Using the Navigation Stick With the navigation stick, you can move within a menu. This is particularly useful for one-hand operation. To move in a direction, simply push the stick in the corresponding direction. To activate the selected item, push the joystick inside. Today Screen When you turn on the device for the first time each day, you will see the Today screen.
NOTE: You can customize what is displayed on the Today screen by tapping Settings Personal Today. Landscape View You can use the device in a landscape manner. To change the screen view, do one of the following: On the Today screen, tap the icon on the lower-right corner.
Tap to select a program. Tap to quickly select a program you have recently used. Tap to see additional programs. Tap to customize the device. Use the toolbar at the bottom of the screen to perform tasks in programs. The toolbar includes a left soft key, a right soft key, and the Input panel button in Menu between.
Internet Explorer (The program will access the Mio-tech Online web site by default. See section 10.1 for information on connections.) On the Quick Launch Bar, Mio Menu is not an adjustable item. You can tap button to customize up to 4 items to be displayed on the Quick Launch Bar.
Quick Launch Bar or pressing the Mio button on the front panel. The Mio Menu displays the program icons. The selected program icon is highlighted. When tapping an icon, you can start a program or open a folder to access its content.
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To exit the Mio Menu, tap the soft key Customizing Program Icons In addition to the pre-defined items on the Mio Menu main page, you can also assign more programs in the Mio Menu. More 1. On the Mio Menu main page, tap the soft key to access the second page.
You can press a program button on the front of the device. The icons on the buttons identify the default programs they are associated with. From the Quick Launch Bar on the Today screen or the Mio Menu, tap the program icon.
Tap and hold to display the shortcut menu. Lift the stylus and tap the action you want. Tap outside the menu to close it without performing an action. 2.10 Notifications Your device reminds you in a variety of ways when you have something to do.
Entering Text Using the Input Panel Use the Input panel to enter information in any program on the device. You can type using the on-screen keyboard. The characters appear as typed text on the screen. Input panel To show or hide the Input panel, tap the button.
Writing on the Screen In any program that accepts writing, such as the Notes program, you can use your stylus to write directly on the screen. Write the way you do on paper. You can edit and format what you have written and convert the information to text later.
3. Subsequent strokes in or touching the drawing box become part of the drawing. Drawings that do not cross three ruled lines will be treated as writing. The drawing box indicates the boundaries of the drawing. NOTE: You may want to change the zoom level so that you can more easily work on or view your drawing.
Indicates an embedded recording. Recording toolbar Using My Text When using Messaging, use My Text to quickly insert preset or frequently Menu used messages into the text entry area. To insert a message, tap Text and then tap a message. Tap to select a prewritten message.
2.12 Securing Your Device You can customize the level of security you want to have on the device by locking the keypad, the entire device, or the phone. Locking the Keypad The keypad lock turns off the keypad functionality. This is a helpful feature if, for example, the device is turned on and in your pocket, and you want to prevent accidental keypresses and unintentional phone calls.
Locking the Device Locking the device prevents access to personal data. You can help keep your data more secure by requiring a password every time the device is turned on. Settings Personal Lock 1. Tap Prompt if device unused for 2.
Locking the Phone You can protect your phone from unauthorized use by assigning a type of password called a PIN (personal identification number). Your first PIN will be given to you by your mobile phone service provider. Phone Menu Options 1.
Using the Phone This chapter explains how to make and receive phone calls, track your calls, manage your calls and phone numbers more efficiently, and how to customize the phone functions. About Your Phone Your device includes an integrated GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) / EDGE (Enhanced Data GSM Environment) / GPRS (general packet radio service) phone.
Turning On and Off the Phone Function You turn the phone on or off independently of the device. The phone is turned on by default. You can turn off the phone if needed (for example, on the airplane). After turning off the phone, you can still use other functions such as camera, Calendar, games, Windows Media Player Mobile, etc.
Turning On the Phone 1. Do one of the following: Tap the Wireless Manager section on the Today screen. Wireless Tap the connection icon on the Navigation bar and tap Manager Phone 2. Tap The Wireless Manager section on the Today screen displays your service provider’s name, indicating that the flight mode is turned off.
Phone Status Icons Icons will be displayed on the navigation bar to indicate the status of the phone functions. They are listed below. Icon Meaning Description Phone off Tap this icon to view the phone status. (flight mode) Signal strength The number of the vertical bars in the icon indicates the strength of the signal.
Making a Call There are several ways you can make a call. The easiest way is to dial the phone number on the Phone keypad. Dialing a Call 1. Access the Phone keypad by tapping Phone or pressing the Talk button on the device.
Making a Call from Contacts Microsoft Contacts displays your contact information stored both in the device’s memory and your SIM card. Contacts Contacts 1. Tap , or tap the soft key on the Today screen. 2. Do one of the following to call someone from the contact list: Tap the contact to call.
Making a Call from the Call History List The Call History list displays the calls you made, received, and missed. 1. Access the Phone keypad by tapping Phone or pressing the Talk button on the device. Call History 2. Tap on the Phone keypad.
Rejecting a Call Ignore To reject an incoming call, tap on the pop-up window or press the End button ( ). If you have voice mail, the call will be sent to your voice mail, depending on your service provider. Ending a Call To end a call, tap on the Phone keypad or...
Muting a Call During a call, you can mute your microphone so that the person with whom you are speaking cannot hear you, but you can still hear him or her. Mute On the Phone keypad, tap to turn on the mute function.
Holding a Call to Take a Second Call 1. If there is another incoming call when you are talking on the device, a pop-up window appears to notify you. Answer 2. Tap the soft key to place the first call on hold, and answer the second call. 3.
Holding a Call to Make a Second Call Hold 1. During a call, tap on the Phone keypad to place the first call on hold. Keypad 2. Tap the soft key. Talk 3. Dial a second number and tap press the Talk button to connect. Wait for it to be picked up.
Swapping between Calls When you have put a call on hold and made or taken another call as described earlier, you can swap between the two calls by tapping Swap Setting up a Conference Call NOTE: You may need to consult your service provider for the availability and subscription of the conference call function.
3. If you want to talk to one of the parties Menu privately during the call, tap the Private soft key Private Select a number, and tap To include everyone in the call again, tap Menu Conference soft key Taking a Note During a Call You can take a note during a call.
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To access a note you created during a call: 1. Access the Phone keypad by tapping Phone or pressing the Talk button on the device. Call History 2. Tap on the Phone keypad. 3. The icon indicates that the phone call entry contains a note.
Using Call History Call History provides the time and duration of all incoming, outgoing, and missed calls, and a summary of total calls. Call History also provides easy access to any notes taken during a call. To access Call History: Phone 1.
Managing Call History Menu Call Timers You can tap the soft key to manage Call History. All Calls displays the statistics, including total number of calls and total time. The All Calls counter cannot be reset. Recent Cellular Calls displays the total number of calls and total time since last time the call history was reset.
Using Speed Dial You can create speed dials for frequently-called phone numbers so you can dial a number with a single tap. Speed dials can only be created for numbers stored in Contacts. Creating a Speed Dial Entry 1. Access the Phone keypad by tapping Phone or pressing the Talk button on the device.
Deleting a Speed Dial Entry Phone 1. Access the Phone keypad by tapping or pressing the Talk button on the device. Speed Dial 2. Tap on the Phone keypad. Delete 3. Tap and hold the entry you wish to delete, and tap on the shortcut menu.
3.10 Managing Phone Numbers Phone numbers can be stored in various places on the device. Therefore, you can add, access and transfer phone numbers in a number of ways. Transferring from Microsoft Contacts Contacts Contacts 1. Tap , or tap the soft key on the Today screen.
3.11 Customizing Your Phone Phone Menu Options To access the Phone Settings, tap soft key Changing Phone Settings Phone Tap the tab. You can customize phone settings, such as the ring type and ring tone to be used for incoming calls, and the keypad tone to be used when entering phone numbers.
Get Settings To view your services settings, tap a service and then tap Changing Network Settings Network Tap the tab. You can view available wireless networks, determine the order in which your phone accesses another network if the current one is unavailable, and specify whether you want to change networks manually or automatically.
3.12 Cell Broadcast NOTE: Not all mobile phone operators are providing cell-broadcast information. Please consult your mobile phone operator for the availability of such services. Cell Broadcast is an add-on service provided by your service provider, allowing you to receive a variety of information such as weather forecast, stock, and traffic.
3.13 Additional Phone Operations Checking Your Voice Mail The first position in your speed dial list defaults as your voice mailbox. When you insert your SIM card, the device automatically detects your voice mailbox number and sets it to the first position in your speed dial list. To retrieve your voice mail: Phone 1.
Managing Your Device This chapter tells you how to effectively manage power, memory, settings and data of the device. Managing Power A fully charged battery should provide power for up to 8 hours of use. The operating time of a fully charged battery depends on how you are using the device.
GPS signal reception. Format The device has a Mio Recovery memory space for storing data files. If you Format Mio wish to erase all data stored in Mio Recovery, you can use the Recovery Partition function.
Power-Saving Tips Follow these suggestions to maximize the battery’s operating time, particularly when you are relying solely on the battery power for extended time periods. Suspend or turn off the device frequently. By default, the screen backlight will automatically turn off and the device will also suspend when it has been idle for a period of time.
My Device under in the File Explorer application. Data stored in Mio Recovery will be saved, even if your device loses power. Storage Card You can buy a SD/MMC storage card for backup, storage, and archives, or to transfer large files to other devices. Files stored on a storage card appear in a...
Customizing Your Device CAUTION: Incorrect settings may cause your system to malfunction. Make sure that you fully understand the function of a certain item before any adjustment. You can customize the settings of the device to your own preferences. Tap Settings Personal System...
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Item Description System To show the hardware information of the About device and to define the device name that the device uses for identifying itself to other computers. Backlight To adjust the brightness level of the display and to set the automatic turnoff for power saving purposes.
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Item Description To use the flash as a flashlight. You can Flashlight assign a button to activate the flashlight, and change the flashlight status when the device is locked. The flashlight lasts for 10 seconds for each activation. Use the flash with special care (see the “Safety Precautions”...
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Item Description To set the status when closing a program. Smart Quit (See “Smart Quit” previously in this chapter for more information.) Windows Update To set how you want the device to check for important updates. Connections Beam To send and receive information and files using the Bluetooth function.
Finding and Organizing Information The Search feature on the device helps you quickly locate information. Programs Search To find a file, tap . Enter the text you want to find, Search select a data type and then tap the soft key to start the search. NOTE: To quickly find information that is taking up storage space on the device, select Larger than 64 KB under Type.
Microsoft Pocket Outlook Microsoft Pocket Outlook This chapter tells you how to use Microsoft Pocket Outlook that includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Notes, and Messaging. You can use these programs individually or together. For example, e-mail addresses stored in Contacts can be used to address e-mail messages in Messaging. Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings Use Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events.
NOTE: You can customize the Calendar display (for example, change the first day of the week), by tapping the Menu soft key Options. Creating an Appointment 1. In Day or Week view, tap the desired date and time for the appointment. Menu New Appointment 2.
Using the Calendar Summary Screen When you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen is displayed. Menu Edit To change the appointment, tap the soft key View appointment details. View notes. NOTE: If you receive a meeting request, you can tap the Reply soft key to send an e-mail to the meeting host.
Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues Contacts maintains a list of your friends and colleagues so that you can easily find the information you are looking for, whether you are at home or on the road. Contacts Contacts , or tap the soft key on the Today screen to switch to the program.
Creating a Contact 1. In Contacts, tap the soft key. 2. Select if you want to create an Outlook or SIM contact. Tap to return to the contact list (the contact is saved automatically). Tap to assign a picture for the contact.
Using the Contacts Summary Screen When you tap a contact in the contact list, a summary screen is displayed. To Menu Edit change the contact information, tap the soft key Assigned picture for the contact View contact details. Microsoft Pocket Outlook...
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 display or edit the task details. Tap and hold to display the shortcut menu. Microsoft Pocket Outlook...
Creating a Task Menu New Task 1. In Tasks, tap the soft key Tap to return to the task list (the task is saved automatically). Tap to choose from predefined subjects. 2. Using the Input panel, enter a description. (See section 2.11 for information on entering text.) 3.
Using the Tasks Summary Screen When you tap a task in the task list, a summary screen is displayed. To Edit change the task, tap the soft key. Tap to show and hide additional summary information. View notes. Microsoft Pocket Outlook...
Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas Quickly capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, drawings and phone numbers with Notes. You can create a written note or an audio recording. You can also include a recording in a note. Programs Notes to switch to the program. Tap to change the sort order of the list.
Creating a Note 1. In Notes, tap the soft key. 2. Create your note by writing, drawing, typing, or recording. For more information about using the Input panel, writing, and drawing on the screen and creating recordings, see section 2.11. Tap to return to the note list (the note is saved automatically).
Messaging: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages You can work with e-mail, SMS and MMS messages from Messaging. Messaging to switch to the program. The account selection screen appears. Downloading Messages The manner in which you download messages depends on the type of account you have: Text Messages SMS messages are automatically received when your phone is turned on.
NOTE: By default, messages you send are saved in the Sent folder on the device to help conserve memory. If you want to conserve memory and do not want to keep copies of sent messages, in the messaging list, tap the Menu soft key Tools Options Message, and cancel the Keep copies of sent items in Sent folder...
5. Enter your message and subject. To quickly add common messages, tap Menu My Text soft key , and tap a desired message. Menu 6. To add an attachment to the E-mail message, tap the soft key Insert Picture Voice Note File , and tap the item you want to attach: , or...
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4. Verify your MMS settings. Menu Tools Options Servers Tap the soft key . Make sure the MMS setting of your service provider is selected, and then tap save the setting. Menu 5. Tap the soft key Custom 6. Tap to start a new message.
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Record To add a recording, tap . Tap to start recording. To stop Stop Play recording, tap . Tap to play the recording you just made. Tap Done when the playback finishes. The recording (AMR format) is now inserted in the message. Menu 12.
Receiving and Viewing an MMS Message When you receive an MMS message, the program will automatically starts the GPRS connection and the icon will appear on the navigation bar to notify you. The new MMS message will be stored in the MMS Inbox folder.
Saving Message Objects 1. On the message list, select a message that you have read. Objects 2. Tap the soft key. 3. On the object list, tap and hold the item to save. Save to save the picture/video clip in the \My Device\My Documents\My Pictures folder, audio file in the \My Device\My Documents\My Music folder, and text message in the \My...
More Programs In addition to Microsoft Pocket Outlook, there are other Microsoft programs built into the device. This chapter tells you how to use these programs. ActiveSync NOTE: ActiveSync is already installed on the device. You need to install ActiveSync on your desktop computer.
Add and remove programs on the device. Pass through your desktop computer to a network or the Internet. Synchronizing Data Once you have created a synchronization relationship and completed the first synchronization, you can initiate synchronization from the device. 1. Connect the device to your desktop computer. (See Step 7 of section 1.5 for connection procedures.) Programs ActiveSync...
Synchronizing Directly with Exchange Server 1. Connect the device to the Internet. (See section 10.1 for information on installing GPRS settings using the GPRS Settings program.) Programs ActiveSync 2. On the device, tap Menu Add Server Source 3. Tap the soft key 4.
Word Mobile Microsoft Word Mobile works with Microsoft Word on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your documents. You can create new documents on the device or you can copy documents from your desktop computer. Office Mobile Word Mobile to switch to the program.
Opening a Document Whenever you switch to Word Mobile, you will see the document list. Tap the desired document to open it. You can open only one document at a time; when you open a second document, the first will be saved and closed automatically.
Excel Mobile Microsoft Excel Mobile works with Microsoft Excel on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your workbooks. You can create new workbooks on the device or you can copy workbooks from your desktop computer to the device. Office Mobile Excel Mobile to switch to the program.
Opening a Workbook Whenever you switch to Excel Mobile, you will see the workbook list. Tap the desired workbook to open it. You can open only one workbook at a time; when you open a second workbook, you will be asked to save the first. Help For more information, tap More Programs...
PowerPoint Mobile With PowerPoint Mobile, you can open and view slide show presentations created on your desktop computer. Slide shows created in *.ppt and *.pps format with PowerPoint ’97 and later can be viewed on the device. Office Mobile PowerPoint Mobile 1.
Windows Live With Windows Live, you can: Use Hotmail to read, write, and send e-mail. Synchronize your Windows Live contacts, e-mail and Messenger data on the device. To use Windows Live, you must have an Internet connection. (See section 10.1 for information on connections.) NOTE: Being connected on Windows Live for long periods may decrease the battery power significantly.
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5. Select if you want to display Live Search bar and Windows Live services Next on the Today screen. Tap the soft key. 6. Select the information to be Next synchronized. Tap the soft key to start synchronization. 7. Once you sign in, your account status will show on the Today screen.
Windows Media Player Mobile Use Microsoft Windows Media Player Mobile to play digital audio and video files that are stored on the device or on a network, such as on a web site. You can play files in either Windows Media or MP3 format (including files with the extensions .asf, .wma, .wmv and .mp3).
Pictures & Videos With Pictures & Videos, you can: View, and edit pictures. Record and launch video clips stored on the device or on a SD/MMC card. Send pictures and video clips to others. Set a picture as the background on the Today screen. See your pictures individually, as thumbnails, or as part of a slide show.
Select the sort order for the list. Tap to open the file. Tap to switch to the Camera program. Navigating by Pictures If you use the GPS Stamp function of the camera program to take pictures with the GPS positioning data, then you can easily navigate to those locations by viewing the pictures in the Pictures &...
Calculator You can use Calculator to perform any of the standard operations for which you would normally use a handheld calculator. Calculator performs basic arithmetic, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. Programs Calculator 1. Tap to switch to the program. 2.
Internet Sharing Using Internet Sharing, you can use the device as an external modem for the computer via the USB or Bluetooth connection. NOTE: The Internet Sharing function does not support Windows 98. Before using the Internet Sharing function, cancel Allow USB connections of ActiveSync on your desktop computer to close the ActiveSync connection.
Bluetooth Connection 1. To use the Bluetooth connection, you must first initiate and complete the Bluetooth Personal Area Network (PAN) partnership on the computer. (For more information, refer to Windows Help and Support. For information on the Bluetooth function on the device, see section 10.2.) 2.
Camera Your device features a built-in CMOS auto-focus camera. You can take pictures or record video clips, and then directly view these pictures on the device. What’s more, you can immediately share with others your pictures through the mobile phone network service. Introduction To switch to the program, press the Camera button on the device, or tap Programs...
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Button Description Enter key Hides or shows the on-screen indicators and buttons. Camera button Works as the shutter button. Left soft key Switches to the viewing mode. Right soft key Switches between the video and picture modes. Volume control Adjusts the volume in the video mode. The program will enter the standby mode automatically.
Taking Pictures 1. By default, the camera is in the Camera and landscape mode. 2. Frame your target in the viewing window. You can rotate the device if necessary. Current file location and remaining Camera mode storage capacity Resolution Flash status 3.
Taking Continuous Pictures While in the Camera mode, you can switch to the Continuous mode to take 3 continuous pictures with a single press of the Camera button. . The icon on the top-right corner indicates the Continuous mode. Take pictures according to the instructions described in the “Taking Pictures”...
The device’s GPS port has been activated and the system is now searching for GPS positioning data. Once the system acquires the GPS positioning data, the longitude and latitude information of your current location will display on the screen. Take pictures according to the instructions described in the “Taking Pictures”...
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Item Name Description Continuous Sets if you want to take continuous pictures. (See the “Taking Continuous Pictures” section for information.) Storage Sets if you want to save the pictures on the Location device or SD/MMC card. Allows you to apply special effects on the Effect picture.
Recording Video Clips 1. By default, the camera is in the Camera mode. Tap to switch to the Video mode. 2. Frame your target in the viewing window. You can rotate the device if necessary. Current file location Video mode Resolution Remaining storage capacity...
The recorded length of the video clip (for example, ) and the remaining storage capacity of the file location (for example, display at the top of the screen. By default, the length of the video clip is limited to 15 seconds. You can change the setting in Video Settings. 5.
Viewing Mode From the Camera or Video mode, tap to enter the viewing mode. When you view a picture, the screen shows as follows: When you view a video clip, the screen shows as follows: Button/Icon Description Switches to the Pictures & Videos program. Number of the current file and total files.
Button/Icon Description Allows you to edit the picture. (See section 7.5 for information.) Switches to the Camera mode. Plays the video clip. Switches to the Video mode. Editing Pictures When you are viewing a picture, tap and then select the desired resolution (320X240 or 640X480) to enter the editing mode.
Mio Programs In addition to Microsoft software, the device also provides additional programs to enhance the functionality or facilitate your operation. NOTE: Depending on the continuing developments of the product, the software supplied with the device may be changed or updated. If there is any difference between the information in this manual and your product, the operation should be based on the product you have.
If the device has received the GPS data (in about 2 minutes), the message will contain the longitude and latitude information. If the device fails to receive the GPS data, then the message will only show that you need help. Mio Programs...
You can use the device to notify your friends and family of your current position. This feature can be very important for group activities or outdoor rescue activities. You can use Mio SMS Locator even if the navigation program is not installed on the device.
1. You need to connect to the Internet to download the new satellite calibration data file. (See section 10.1 for information on connections.) Settings System Quick GPS 2. Tap Position 3. Tap on the message that appears. Download File 4. Tap Mio Programs...
Creating a Voice Tag Settings Personal Voice 1. Tap Speed Dial Contacts Application 2. Tap 3. Tap the desired contact and tap Select the desired phone number. Or, select the desired SIM contact or program. Mio Programs...
1. Do one of the following to start the Voice Speed Dial program: Programs SDDialer Press and hold the Volume up button for 6 seconds. If no voice tag exists, the program will ask you to create one. Mio Programs...
3. You can export or import all voice tags. On the voice tag list, tap to export to import voice tags. World Time World Time gives you a glance of the current time in five different cities. Starting and Exiting World Time Programs World Time Mio Programs...
Digital Style Menu To change the clock style, tap the soft key and select the desired style. Selecting Cities You can select your own five cities to be displayed on the screen from a list of 472 cities. Mio Programs...
These items are also displayed, but not adjustable: GMT displays the Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) time (Hour:Minute:Second Month/Day/Year). Time Zone displays the time zone of the selected city. soft key to save the setting. 4. When completed, tap the Mio Programs...
Internet settings: tap Settings Connections Connections Advanced Select Networks. Select My ISP as the private network setting and tap ok. Note that you should change the setting properly when using other programs that require network connections. 8-10 Mio Programs...
To exit the program, tap the button on the top-right corner of the screen. Using the Calculator Mode In the Calculator mode, you can perform basic arithmetic operations for which you would normally use a handheld calculator. 8-11 Mio Programs...
Use the Currency mode to perform any currency conversion. You can also edit the exchange rate. Programs MioCalc 1. Tap 2. Tap the button to switch to the Currency mode. Source currency Tap to open currency list. Input field Target currency Tap to open currency list. Output field 8-12 Mio Programs...
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Before performing the currency conversion, you can edit the exchange rate to the most up-to-date one. Programs MioCalc 1. Tap 2. Tap the button to switch to the Currency mode. 3. Select the source and target currencies. 8-13 Mio Programs...
Source unit Tap to open the unit list. Input field Target unit Tap to open the unit list. Output field 3. Tap the button on the upper-right corner to open the measure list, and select the desired measure. 8-14 Mio Programs...
1 and 9. Note the following guidelines: Any number can appear only once in each row. Any number can appear only once in each column. Any number can appear only once in each 3x3 sub grid. 8-15 Mio Programs...
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Selects a number to cross-hatch. Pause/Play Pauses the board timer and makes the board invisible. Tap this button again to resume the timer and reveal the board. Gets a hint from the Sudoku Master. (The hinted Hint number will flash twice.) 8-16 Mio Programs...
Help For more information on the game, tap on the main menu. SIM Manager SIM Manager displays and manages your contacts and SMS messages stored on your SIM card. Programs SIM Manager to switch to the program. 8-17 Mio Programs...
You can perform the following menu options: Delete To delete one message, tap ; to Delete all delete all messages, tap To copy one message to Messaging, tap Copy to Messaging ; to copy all messages Copy all to Messaging, tap 8-18 Mio Programs...
Add-On Programs The add-on programs are programs provided, but not installed yet, by the manufacturer. The add-on programs are stored on the supplied Bonus CD, and are not installed on the device or desktop computer yet. The programs include: WorldCard Mobile (optional) H.263 Decode Mobile Assistant NOTE: Before using the Bonus CD for program installation, make sure that your...
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13. After the installation is completed, tap NOTE: Depending on the continuing developments of the device, the Bonus CD supplied with the device may be updated. Please visit the www.mio-tech.com website for viewing and/or downloading the latest versions of the supplied software or other latest information.
WorldCard Mobile NOTE: The availability of the application depends on the region of your purchase. Before using the program, first make sure that you have already used the Camera program and set the encode mode previously. (See Chapter 7 for information.) WorldCard Mobile (or called Card Scanner) is a card recognition application.
to change the name of the field. to add a new field. Browse to view the recognition status. If modifications are required, you can drag the text box on the picture, select a proper field, and then tap to return to the editing screen. Export 7.
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3. Click Next to start installation. 4. Click Close when installation is complete. Add-On Programs...
5. Click Finish on the installation wizard window. You are now ready to play back the *.3GP files on your desktop computer using Windows Media Player. NOTE: If your desktop computer uses Windows 2000, then you need to have DirectX 9.0 (or later) to play the audio part of the 3GP file properly.
The Mobile Assistant main screen displays several functions to use. Please see the following sections for detailed information on these functions. You can check the current ActiveSync status from the bottom-right corner of the screen. RingTone You can use RingTone to open and play the audio files (MP3, WAV or MID format) stored on the desktop computer, and set them as the ring tone for incoming calls or new messages.
Related information of the current file is displayed on the right of the screen. You can use the on-screen buttons for palyback operations. 3. You can do the following: To copy the current file from the computer to the device, click Transfer to the phone.
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2. Select the desired file. The picture will show on the upper-right side of the screen. When viewing the picture, you can click to zoom in, to zoom out to show the picture in its actual size. 3. A red cropping frame appears on the screen. You can crop the picture if needed for creating the background picture, contact picture or MMS picture.
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4. Click Next. 5. You can adjust the brightness and contrast of the picture by moving the knob. Then click Next. 6. You can do the following: 9-10 Add-On Programs...
To save the edited picture as a new file, click Save to PC. The filename of the new file comes with “-1” for distinction. To copy the edited picture from the computer to the device, click Transfer to the phone. The picture will be saved in the \My Documents\My Pictures on the device, and its filename comes with “-1”...
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2. You can do the following: To create a new SIM contact, click New, enter the contact’s name and phone number, and then click OK to save the data. To edit the data of a SIM contact, select the desired contact on the list and click Edit, or simply double-click the desired contact.
SMS Manager SMS Manager helps you send and manage SMS messages on the computer. 1. On the Mobile Assistant main screen, click SMS Manager. The SMS messages stored on the device and SIM card appear on the right side of the screen.
To response to or forward a message, select the desired item and click Reply (or double-click the desired item) or Forward. Enter the recipient’s phone number and message text, and then click Send. To delete a message, select the desired item and then click Delete. To delete all messages, click Delete All, and then click OK to proceed.
3. To restore the data, click Restore, select the desired backup file on the right side of the screen, and then click Restore on the lower-right corner of the screen. When prompted, click Restore to proceed. After the procedure is finished, click OK. To allow the change to take effect, disconnect the ActiveSync connection and restart the device.
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2. Select your service provider from the list and click Set to install the network setting. After the procedure is finished, click OK. 3. To return to the Mobile Assistant main screen, click NOTE: You can install only one network setting on the device. After the selected setting is installed, the existing setting will be removed and replaced by the new one.
Getting Connected To take full advantage of the device, you will want to get connected. This chapter tells you how you can get the device connected through a variety of ways including GPRS/EDGE, modem, wireless network card, and Bluetooth function. It also describes Internet Explorer for Web browsing. 10.1 Connection Settings GPRS/EDGE Connection...
Wireless Network Connection Use a wireless network card to connect to a wireless network without physical cables. Before creating the connection, you need to: Have a wireless network card (SDIO card) that is compatible with the device. (For driver and installation procedures, see the documentation that came with the SDIO card.) If necessary, obtain the authentication information from your network administrator.
4. Select to connect to the Internet or the Connect private network, and then tap the soft key. 5. If the selected network requires a network Connect key, enter the key and tap the soft key. NOTE: To change the network settings, tap Settings Connections Network...
10.2 Using the Bluetooth Function NOTE: Mio Technology does not guarantee the product’s compatibilities with the Bluetooth headsets/devices from all manufacturers. Your device incorporates the Bluetooth capability. Bluetooth technology is a short-range wireless communications technology. Devices with Bluetooth capabilities can exchange information over a distance of about 10 meters (30 feet) without requiring a physical connection.
NOTE: By default, the Bluetooth function is turned off. If you turn it on, and then turn off the device, the Bluetooth function also turns off. When you turn on the device again, the Bluetooth function turns on automatically. When you have finished using the Bluetooth function, complete the actions for turning it off.
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1. Make sure that the two devices are turned on, visible, and within close range. (For information on turning on the Bluetooth function on the device, see “Turning On and Off the Bluetooth Function” previously in this chapter.) Settings Connections 2.
10.3 Using Internet Explorer Mobile Use Internet Explorer Mobile to view web pages in either of these ways: Connect to an ISP or network and browse the web. (See section 10.1 for information on connections.) During synchronization with your desktop computer, download your favorite links that are stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in Internet Explorer on the desktop computer.
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.
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Synchronize a Favorite Link You can synchronize the Internet Explorer favorites on your desktop computer with the device so you can use them with Internet Explorer Mobile as well. 1. In ActiveSync on your desktop computer, click Tools Options Favorite, and click OK. For more information on using ActiveSync, see ActiveSync Help.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting and Maintenance This chapter gives solutions to common problems you may encounter. It also provides guidelines on taking care of the device. NOTE: If you encounter a problem you cannot solve, contact your dealer for assistance. 11.1 Resetting Your Device CAUTION: Resetting will cause unsaved data to be lost.
11.2 Restoring Factory Default State In some cases, you may need to restore the device to the factory default state by clearing the memory from the device. For example, you should clear the memory: When the device does not respond after being reset. When you forget your password.
11.3 Troubleshooting Power Problems Power does not turn on when using battery power The remaining battery power may be too low to run the device. Connect the AC adapter to the device and to external AC power. Then, turn on the device.
Stop programs you are not currently using. In most cases, programs automatically stop to free needed memory. However, in some situations, such as when confirmation dialog boxes are waiting for a user response, the program may not be able to automatically stop. To check the state of Settings System Memory...
Screen responds slowly Make sure that the device is not running out of battery power or running many active programs. If the problem still exists, reset the device as described in section 11.1. Screen freezes Reset the device as described in section 11.1. Screen is hard to read Make sure that the backlight of the display is on.
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In some specific cases, the device may experience connection problems when it is connected to a Windows computer running ActiveSync. The problems may be caused by the interoperability with desktop firewall applications, applications that manage network traffic, or LAN Settings configuration tools.
11.4 Taking Care of Your Device Taking good care of the device will ensure trouble-free operation and reduce the risk of damage to the device. General Guidelines Keep the device away from excessive moisture and extreme temperatures. Avoid exposing the device to direct sunlight or strong ultraviolet light for extended periods of time.
Phone Guidelines Use a phone headset or pull over your car first if using the device when driving. Use a car kit or headset when calling while driving to ensure both hands correctly applied on the steering wheel. Your device is a low-power RF (radio frequency) device. It receives and sends out RF signals when the phone feature is turned on.
Travel Guidelines Before traveling with the device, back up your data. As an added precaution, bring along a backup copy. Remove the SD/MMC card, if installed, from the slot. Turn off the device and disconnect all external devices. Make sure that the battery is fully charged. Take the AC adapter with you.