Chapter 4
Using the Field PC
Focusing on the interface elements of the Field PC, this
chapter shows you how to:
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Understand the Today screen (the default
display screen)
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Use the Start menu
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Enter information with the stylus
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Recognize status icons
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Recognize soft keys
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Change settings
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Rotate the screen
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Dim or turn off the backlight to save battery power
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Adjust the backlight timer
Understanding the
Today screen
The Today screen is the default
screen you see when your device
powers on. From the Today screen
you can view or select
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Today's date
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Owner information
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Messages
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Tasks
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Upcoming appointments
The Today screen also allows you
to lock or unlock your device.
Locking the device
disables your screen for easy cleaning.
Go to Start > Settings > Today > Items tab and select Device
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