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HANDHELD COMPUTER
DA04 SERIES
USER'S GUIDE

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  • Page 1 HANDHELD COMPUTER DA04 SERIES USER’S GUIDE...
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2005 All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language, or computer language, in any form, or by any means, electronic, mechanical, magnetic, optical, chemical, or other, without the prior written permission of the manufacturer.
  • Page 3 Microsoft, Windows CE, Pocket PC, and Windows Mobile are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corp. Intel, Xscale are the registered trademarks of Intel Corp. All product and company names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
  • Page 4 EMC and Safety Notice Federal Communications Commission Radio Frequency Interference Statement This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause interference to radio communications. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with Class B digital devices, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a commercial or residential environment.
  • Page 5 This equipment complies with the requirements set out in the Council Direction on the Approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to Electromagnetic Compatibility (89/336/EEC). For the evaluation regarding the electromagnetic compatibility, the following standards were applied: EN55022 +A2:2003 Class B EMI Conduction and Radiation EN61000-3-2 Harmonics EN61000-3-3 +A1:2001 Flicker (Voltage fluctuation) EN55024 EMS...
  • Page 6 ETSI EN 301 489-17 1.2.1 EMC Standards for 2.4GHz Wideband Transmission Systems) ETSI EN 300 328-2 V1.2.1 EMC Standards for Using Spread Spectrum Modulation Techniques UL, TÜV AC Adapter (EN60950 LVD is included in TÜV) E-Mark Registered e13 Material Safety and Recycling Notice All materials used in the construction of this unit are recyclable or environmentally friendly.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS GETTING STARTED ....................1 ......................1 NPACKING ......................3 UICK HECK ..............4 ONTROLS NDICATORS ORTS ............13 PERATING NVIRONMENT AND UGGEDNESS COMPONENTS AND FUNCTIONS..............14 ......................14 ADAPTER ....................... 14 ATTERY Charge Battery....................15 Swap Battery ..................... 15 OPTIONAL DEVICES...................
  • Page 8 .....................23 PARE ATTERY LAN (L ) ............23 IRELESS OCAL ETWORK GSM/GPRS (G ), PPC ....24 ENERAL ACKET ADIO ERVICE VERSION ONLY ......................24 LUETOOTH GPS (G ) ..............24 LOBAL OSITIONING YSTEM BASIC OPERATION ....................25 WINCE VERSION....................25 ....................25 TART ROGRAMS ...................25 ALIBRATE OUCH CREEN .....................25...
  • Page 9 ....................29 DJUST OLUME ..............29 UTTON UNCTIONS ...................... 29 ODAY CREEN ......................30 IND A ....................30 EMOVE ROGRAMS ..................30 ANAGE ERTIFICATES ........................31 NPUT ........................31 ENUS ................... 31 WNER NFORMATION ......................31 ASSWORD & N ..................31 OUNDS OTIFICATIONS ........................
  • Page 10 BLUETOOTH WIRELESS TRANSMISSION ............49 POCKET PC VERSION ..................49 ...............49 LUETOOTH ONNECTION ETTING Pair ........................51 Serial Port......................53 WINCE VERSION ....................56 SPECIFICATIONS ....................59 CPU........................59 ........................59 EMORY .........................59 ISPLAY ......................59 OUCH CREEN .......................60 PORTS ...............60 YSTEM IMENSIONS AND EIGHT AC A ......................60 DAPTER ........................61 ATTERY .................62...
  • Page 11 MAINTENANCE / SERVICE ................64 ......................64 LEANING ....................64 ROUBLESHOOTING RMA S ....................... 65 ERVICE...

  • Page 13: Getting Started

    Getting Started GETTING STARTED Unpacking The following components come with your handheld computer. If anything is missing or damaged please notify the dealer immediately. Handheld computer unit...
  • Page 14 Getting Started AC adapter AC power cord User's guide Microsoft Companion CD(PPC version only) Data sync cable (USB) Spare stylus...

  • Page 15: Quick Check

    Getting Started Quick Check • Attach the AC adapter to AC outlet. The adapter LED indicates the power is ready. • Install the battery and then plug in the adapter to handheld computer. Charge LED will light up till the battery is full. Charging time will be about 4 hours. For first time use, please charge for more than 8 hours.

  • Page 16: Controls, Indicators, And Ports

    Getting Started Controls, Indicators, and Ports Front:...
  • Page 17 Getting Started 1. Wireless ON/OFF (Flight or button 3) PPC version only) Turn ON/OFF the wireless device ( (Wireless device WLAN, GPRS, Bluetooth, etc. are optional) Please turn it OFF at locations with wireless control (hospital, onboard airplane, etc.) 2. Button 5 (User programmable)(Dial button in PPC Phone edition) 3.
  • Page 18 Getting Started Battery charge indicator Wireless indicator...
  • Page 19 Getting Started Rear:...
  • Page 20 Getting Started 1. Speaker (under hand strap) 2. Master switch (Don’t remove the label, otherwise warranty will expire) Turn OFF all power including backup battery. All data in RAM will be lost when turned OFF. The switch is for troubleshooting or emergency only. 3.
  • Page 21 Getting Started Left: Antenna (optional) Wireless device antenna USB client port Data sync with the computer. USB Host port For Keyboard, mouse, USB Flash storage. Kensington lock slot...
  • Page 22 Getting Started Right: Microphone/Earphone jack Infrared port (IR, optional) SD I/O slot (Secured Digital card and device) antenna (optional)
  • Page 23 Getting Started Top: Serial port (serial port may be not be used in some configurations.)
  • Page 24 Getting Started Bottom: DC jack PCMCIA slot One PCMCIA type II slot CF (Compact Flash card) will be available by PCMCIA-to-CF adapter Cradle docking connector Connection to cradle...

  • Page 25: Operating Environment And Ruggedness

    Getting Started Operating Environment and Ruggedness A clean and moisture-free environment is preferred. If it is necessary to work in a hostile environment, please make sure all ports are well protected from dust, moisture, or water. Proper isolation from extreme hazardous exposure is recommended.

  • Page 26: Components And Functions

    Basic Operation COMPONENTS AND FUNCTIONS AC adapter When using the AC adapter: • Use a properly grounded AC outlet. • Use one AC outlet exclusively for the computer. Having other appliances on the same line may cause interference. • Use a power strip with built-in surge protection. The AC adapter automatically detects the AC line voltage (110V or 220V) and adjusts accordingly.

  • Page 27: Charge Battery

    Basic Operation • Shut down the computer when not to use for a longer time Battery Low When the battery is nearly exhausted, the computer prompts a window warning it. Once the Battery Low warning occurs, please do either or all of the following: 1.
  • Page 28 Basic Operation Turn the battery knob counterclockwise to loose the battery Remove battery from compartment Insert a new battery Press the battery down and turn battery knob clockwise to lock it Press power button to turn ON the computer...
  • Page 29 Basic Operation Note: During battery swap the memory data is sustained by a small backup battery. Please swap battery within 20 minute to avoid data loss.

  • Page 30: Optional Devices

    Basic Operation Optional Devices Cradle (optional) Cradle is the device for docking, port extension, and battery charging. AC adapter may attach directly to cradle and charges the computer battery as well as spare battery. There is a battery slot on the back of cradle to mount spare battery.

  • Page 31: Front

    Basic Operation Front: Cradle connector...

  • Page 32: Rear

    Basic Operation Rear...
  • Page 33 Basic Operation 1. Battery Lock 2. Spare battery charger 3. USB Client 4. USB Host 5. USB Host 6. DC IN 7. COM port 8. Optional COM port...

  • Page 34: Pcmcia Slot

    Basic Operation Mount the cradle: 1. Computer may dock either power is ON or OFF (recommend OFF) 2. Open the rubber cap on the docking connector 3. Align the computer with cradle docking connector 4. Firmly push the computer down to engage the docking connector 5.

  • Page 35: Sd Slot

    Basic Operation To remove the card, push the eject button to pop out the card. The eject button can hide into the compartment by pushing it inward gently. May need to load PCMCIA card driver to enable the function. Note: If the computer is working with dust, moisture, or water, to be sure to fix the PCMCIA rubber cap tightly with screws.

  • Page 36: Gsm/Gprs (G P R S ), Ppc

    Basic Operation IEEE 802.11b wireless LAN module GSM/GPRS General Packet Radio Service, PPC version only Wireless voice and data communication Bluetooth Short-range wireless data communication GPS (Global Positioning System) Positioning your location by GPS satellite signals...

  • Page 37: Basic Operation

    Basic Operation BASIC OPERATION WinCE version Start Programs = Start) Tap Start Programs (desired programs) Or tap Start Windows Explorer (desired programs) Calibrate Touch Screen Tap Start Settings Control Panel Stylus to calibrate. Use pen to touch the center of mark ”＋” and repeat the action when the mark ”＋” moves.

  • Page 38: Adjust Volume

    Basic Operation Setting LCD Adjust backlight brightness: Tap on Start Settings Control Panel System Console Backlight Level, adjust the brightness level as desire. Setting backlight timeout: In the same window adjust the timeout period as desired. Timeout is the idle time that the LCD backlight would turn OFF automatically. Adjust Volume Tap Start Settings...

  • Page 39: Backup Data

    Basic Operation Backup Data There are two types memory on the computer: Temporary memory RAM (Random Access Memory) and permanent memory ROM (Read Only Memory). Most data of ongoing program are stored in RAM. It would stay intact when power turns OFF.

  • Page 40: Data Sync

    Basic Operation Data Sync You may transmit/receive data between this handheld computer and other computers via data sync. Install Microsoft ActiveSync 7.0 or above on host computer. Connect handheld computer and host computer with the USB cable. Follow the prompt to execute data sync. Perform Copy, Paste, Cut, Delete, etc.

  • Page 41: Get Help

    Basic Operation Get Help Tap Start Help Get the needed information from the list. Calibrate Touch Screen Tap Start Settings System Screen Align Screen to calibrate. Adjust Volume Tap speaker icon on the top bar and adjust the volume level as desired. Set Your Own Button Functions Tap Start Settings...

  • Page 42: Find A File

    Basic Operation Find a File Tap Start Find In Find, enter the file name, word, or other information you want to search for, If you have looked for this item before, tap the Find arrow and select the item from the list.

  • Page 43: Input

    Basic Operation Input Tap Start Settings Personal Input Select the input method and option you want. Menus Tap Start Settings Personal Menus and select the items you want to appear on Start Menu. Owner Information Tap Start Settings Personal Owner Information and follow the descriptions.

  • Page 44: Clock

    Basic Operation Clock Tap Start Settings System Clock. Memory Tap Start Settings System Memory and follow the descriptions. The main tab displays the amount of memory the system has allocated to file and data storage versus the available memory. The storage card tab displays how much memory is available on a storage card that is inserted in your device.

  • Page 45: Pocket Pc Version

    Basic Operation Pocket PC version Turn on the Wireless signals. Tap Start Settings System Power. Select Wireless “Wireless signal on” “GlobespanVirata PRISM…” Wireless function has been enabled. Refer to (Fig PPC-1)
  • Page 46 Basic Operation Fig PPC-1 Access points/ad-hoc links are detected automatically. Select the connection and tap “Connect”, (note: If the connection type is not connected to Internet directly (via proxy...), it’s necessary to choose “Work” option and set the proxy later.) Refer to (Fig PPC-2). If the connection needs network key, the screen will promptly pop up a Network key input.
  • Page 47 Basic Operation Just type a correct network keys and then tap “Connect”. Refer to (Fig PPC-3)
  • Page 48 Basic Operation Fig PPC-2 Fig PPC-3...
  • Page 49 Basic Operation Manual connection with Access point or Ad-hoc if they’re not detected automatically. Tap Start Settings, tap Connections Network card, all discoverable access point/ad-hoc will be listed. Tap the connection in the list. System will enter the “Configure wireless network”...
  • Page 50 Basic Operation Fig PPC-5 Fig PPC-4...
  • Page 51 Basic Operation Fig PPC-6 Set up proxy server address. (If the connection is via proxy server) Tap Start Settings Connections “Edit my proxy server” (Fig PPC-7) Input the proxy IP address and its port number (Fig.PPC-8, PPC-9). Open Internet Explorer, type the URL in the address bar, then the web page will show up.
  • Page 52 Basic Operation Fig PPC-8 Fig PPC-7...
  • Page 53 Basic Operation Fig PPC-9...

  • Page 54: Windows Ce.net 4.2

    Basic Operation Windows CE.Net 4.2 Click icon (located in the bottom bar), system will pop up a setting dialog as (Fig. CE-1). It will include all discoverable access point/ad-hoc Fig. CE-1...
  • Page 55 Basic Operation Establish a connection with an access point. Tap the access point/Ad-Hoc link name in the list. Tap “Connect” button, then the “Wireless Network Properties” dialog will pop up (Fig. CE-2). Tap “OK” button after setting done, then the connection will be established (Fig.CE-3).
  • Page 56 Basic Operation Note: 1. Enter the Network Key if password is needed for an encryption connection. (The option “The key is provided automatically” should be disabled). 2. If the connection type is Ad-Hoc, the “This is a Computer-to-Computer (ad hoc) network” option should be enabled. 3.

  • Page 57: Gprs Setting

    Basic Operation 4. Enter the URL address in the browser, then tap enter button in Input panel, the web page will show up. GPRS Setting 1.Turn on GSM wireless signal, you should be able to see the antenna icon and 'G' icon on title bar 2.Tap Start->Settings->Connections, tap Connection, tap "Add a new modem connection"...
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  • Page 61: Bluetooth Wireless Transmission

    Basic Operation 3.Open Internet explorer, enter a url then browse, the GPRS will connect automatically, and the status will become Connected. Bluetooth Wireless Transmission Bluetooth is a short-distance wireless communication technology with an effective range under 10 meters (30 feet). When you turn on the power for Bluetooth, the indicator flashes blue. Pocket PC version Bluetooth Connection Setting Before you use the Bluetooth function, turn on its power.
  • Page 62 Basic Operation Tap the icon on the lower right corner of the Today screen to enter the Bluetooth Manager Setting screen. 4. Tap Bluetooth Manager, the Setting Power Tap ON to turn on Bluetooth power. Tap OFF to turn off Bluetooth power. Make sure that you turn off the power when you need to save power or if you are in locations such as an airplane or hospital that...

  • Page 63: Pair

    Basic Operation Connections (Bluetooth connection mode) ON (connect to other devices): The Bluetooth connection is on. Your Pocket PC can transmit data to other devices but other devices cannot detect your Pocket PC. DISCOVERABLE (allow other devices to connect): The Bluetooth connection is on.
  • Page 64 Basic Operation 5. Tap Bluetooth Manager, the Pair tab Search for New Devices Search for all devices supporting Bluetooth such as personal computers, Bluetooth headsets, Pocket PCs, etc. Tap Search New Device to enter the search screen. Follow the instructions on the screen. This screen is for reference only.

  • Page 65: Serial Port

    Basic Operation Serial Port If you have Bluetooth GPS software, use the product as instructed and refer to the accompanied documentation and this section to register your Pocket PC as an effective serial port or search for other serial ports.
  • Page 66 Basic Operation Tap Bluetooth Manager, the Serial Port tab Register new serial port • ap Register New Server Port or egister New Client Port to enter th Setting screen.
  • Page 67 Basic Operation The figure on the left shows the setting screen for registering a new serial port. If you select COM for the “COM Prefix” field, then the valid options for the “COM Index” field are 0, 7 and 9. If you select BTS for the “COM Prefix”...

  • Page 68: Wince Version

    Basic Operation WinCE version Serial Port If you have Bluetooth GPS software, use the product as instructed and refer to the accompanied documentation and this section to register your Pocket PC as an effective serial port or search for other serial ports.
  • Page 69 Basic Operation Tap Bluetooth Serial Port on the screen Register new serial port Tap Register New Server Port or Register New Client Port to enter the Setting screen.
  • Page 70 Basic Operation The figure on the left shows the setting screen for registering a new serial port. If you select COM for the “COM Prefix” field, then the valid options for the “COM Index” field are 0, 7 and 9. If you select BTS for the “COM Prefix”...

  • Page 71: Specifications

    Maintenance/service SPECIFICATIONS Intel XScale PXA255 CPU speed 400MHz Memory 128MB 64MB Display Type: 4” Active TFT Transflective Color LCD Resolution: 480 x 640 pixels (WinCE) or 240 x 320(PPC) Mode: VGA (WinCE) or QVGA (PPC) Color: 256 for VGA or 64K for QVGA Backlight: Touch Screen Type:...

  • Page 72: I/Oports

    Maintenance/service Interface: Serial I/O ports USB port (USB 1.1 compatible) USB client port Serial port Audio ports (Microphone/Earphone) PCMCIA slot (type II x 1) SD slot System Unit Dimensions and Weight Width: 90mm (W 3.5”) Depth: 150mm (H 5.9”) Height: 33mm (D 1.3”) Weight: 450g (15 oz.)

  • Page 73: Battery

    Maintenance/service Frequency: 50/60 Hz Output Voltage: DC 10V 3.5A Maximum Power: 35 Watts Dimension: 108mm (4.2” W) x 56mm (2.2” D) x 34mm (1.3” H) Weight: 270 g (9.5 oz.) Battery Type: Lithium Ion Capacity: 7.4V 1800mAH Dimension: 71mm (W 2.8”) x 64mm (D 2.5”) x 12.3mm (H 0.5”) Weight: 108 g (3.8 oz.)

  • Page 74: Materials And Recycling

    Maintenance/service Materials and Recycling Materials of the computer are as follows: Cabinet: Aluminum alloy ADC-12 or A380, Magnesium alloy AZ91D, UL grade PC+ABS GE C6200 or TN-3813BW Bracket: Aluminum 5052 Steel with Nickel plating Stainless Steel S304 Cushion pad: Nature rubber PCB: FR-4, UL 94V0 Battery:...

  • Page 75: Environmental Ratings

    Maintenance/service Environmental Ratings Temperature: DA04I: 0ºC ~ 45ºC (32ºF ~ 113ºF) operating -20ºC ~ 60ºC (-4ºF ~ 140ºF) storage DA04M: -10ºC ~ 50ºC (-4ºF ~ 122ºF) operating -40ºC ~ 70ºC (-40ºF ~ 158ºF) storage Humidity: 5 ~ 95% Non-condensing operating 95% maximum storage Altitude: 0 ~ 12,180 meters (0 ~ 40,000 feet) operating and storage...

  • Page 76: Troubleshooting

    Maintenance/service MAINTENANCE / SERVICE Cleaning Always turn OFF the power, unplug the power cord and remove the battery before cleaning. The exterior of the system and display may be wiped with a clean, soft, and lint- free cloth. If there is difficulty removing dirt, apply non-ammonia, non-alcohol based glass cleaner to the cloth and wipe.
  • Page 77 Maintenance/service • Turn OFF the master switch for a while then turn ON and re-boot. • Remove the software suspected. RMA Service If troubleshooting is unsuccessful, please consult your dealer for service If it is necessary to send in the computer for repairs, please follow the dealer’s instructions for RMA# procedure.
  • Page 78 Maintenance/service • Place and date of purchase or the original invoice number • Date of failure • A DETAILED description of the problems you have encountered • A list of the hardware/software configuration, if applicable. 4. Clearly mark the outside of the shipping box with the RMA number. This will facilitate faster processing and avoid faulty return.

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