Asus MyPal A600 User Manual
MyPal A600 User â s Manual
ii Copyright é 2002 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. (âÂÂASUSâÂÂ). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair , modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL âÂÂAS ISâ WITHOUT W ARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANT ABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A P ARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECT ORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT , SPECIAL, INCIDENT AL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DA T A, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT . SPECIFICA TIONS AND INFORMA TION CONT AINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMA TIONAL USE ONL Y , AND ARE SUBJECT T O CHANGE A T ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THA T MA Y APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTW ARE DESCRIBED IN IT . Microsoft, Activesync, Outlook, Pocket Outlook, Windows, and the Windows logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or in other countries. Microsoft products are licensed to OEMs by Microsoft Lincensing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation. E1054 First edition July 2002
iii Contents at a glance This user â s manual contains the information you need to efficiently use ASUS MyPal A600 Pocket PC. ⢠Chapter 1 - Get started! This chapter introduces the ASUS MyPal A600 Pocket PC, how to set and power it up, and basic screens that will help you get to know its many features. ⢠Chapter 2 - Learn the basics This chapter will teach you the basic functions in MyPal A600. Y ou will learn how to enter , find, and organize information, customize the device, and use the bundled ASUS utilities. ⢠Chapter 3 - Microsoft î ActiveSync î This chapter tells you how to use the Microsoft ActiveSync to synchronize your device with your desktop computer . ⢠Chapter 4 - Microsoft î Pocket Outlook This chapter details the procedures for the Microsoft Pocket Outlook Calendar , Contacts, T asks, Notes, and Inbox. ⢠Chapter 5 - Companion programs This chapter includes information on Pocket Word, Pocket Excel, MSN Messenger , Windows Media Player for Pocket PC, and Microsoft Reader . ⢠Chapter 6 - Pocket Internet Explorer This chapter gives information and procedures on using Pocket Internet Explorer , Mobile Favorites folder , and A vantGo interactive service. ⢠Chapter 7 - Get connected This chapter provides the procedures for connecting to the Internet and for transferring data using infrared. ⢠Chapter 8 - Appendix This part includes the safety notices and regulations.
iv MyPal A600 specifications MyPal A600 package Y our package includes several accessories for the Pocket PC. After unpacking, check the items against the list below and make sure that they are in good condition. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer or retailer immediately . Deluxe Model Standard Model ⢠ASUS MyPal A600 ⢠ASUS MyPal A600 ⢠ASUS MyPal A600 USB cradle ⢠Stylus (1 pc) ⢠ASUS MyPal A600 AC adapter ⢠ASUS MyPal A600 AC adapter (5V/3A with regional conversion plug) (5V/3A with regional conversion plug) ⢠Stylus (2 pcs) ⢠USB sync cable (40-pin) ⢠Mini-USB sync cable (for the cradle) ⢠Protective case ⢠USB sync cable (40-pin) ⢠Microsoft Companion CD ⢠Protective case ⢠ASUS MyPal A600 User âÂÂs Manual ⢠LCD cleaning cloth ⢠Quick Start Guide ⢠Microsoft Companion CD ⢠W arranty card ⢠Bonus CD (addâÂÂl Pocket PC software) ⢠ASUS MyPal A600 User âÂÂs Manual ⢠Quick Start Guide ⢠W arranty card Processor Software Memory Display Card slots Infrared Audio Size W eight Intel PXA250 400 MHz Microsoft Pocket PC 2002 64MB SDRAM, 32MB Flash ROM 3.5-inch, 240 x 320 pixels 65,536 colors, TFT LCD SD/MMC slot FIR/SIR Stereo headphone jack Built-in microphone Built-in speaker 75 mm x 125 mm x 12.8 mm 138g
Get started! 1-1 Chapter 1 Get started! ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Introducing MyPal ................................................ 1-1 Front features ........................................................................... 1-2 Side features ............................................................................ 1-3 T op features ............................................................................. 1-4 Bottom features ........................................................................ 1-4 Cradle features ........................................................................ 1-5 The stylus ................................................................................. 1-5 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Setting up MyPal ................................................... 1-6 Placing on the cradle ............................................................... 1-6 Connecting the AC adapter ...................................................... 1-6 Charging the battery ................................................................ 1-7 Activating MyPal ...................................................................... 1-7 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Basic screens on MyPal ....................................... 1-8 T oday screen ............................................................................ 1-8 Navigation Bar screen .............................................................. 1-9 Pop-up menus ........................................................................ 1-10 Notifications ........................................................................... 1-10
1-2 Chapter 1 Introducing MyPal The ASUS î MyPal A600 is truly a good companion wherever you go. Powered by a 400MHz Intel î PXA250 processor , equipped with 64MB SDRAM and 32MB Flash ROM, and bundled with the latest Microsoft Pocket PC 2002 plus a host of useful utilities, you have everything you need in your pocket! Front features ⢠LCD touch screen - allows you to enter , read, send, receive, or edit data by tapping on it. The screen lumination is increased or decreased by changing the backlight settings. ⢠ASUS Settings, Calendar , T asks, and Contacts buttons - allow you quick access to commonly used programs. ⢠Navigation button - functions like the four arrow keys on a keyboard when you press its corners. This button allows you to move from one program icon to another . ⢠Speaker - allows you to hear alarms and other sound outputs from the device. LCD touch screen Navigation button T asks button Contacts button ASUS Settings button Calendar button Speaker
Get started! 1-3 Side features ⢠Charging status LED - lights up orange when the battery is charging; lights up green when the battery is fully charged. ⢠System indicator LED - indicates the system status. ⢠Power/Front light button - turns the device power on or of f if you press the button quickly . Pressing and holding the button for a few seconds turns the front light on or off. Turning of f the front light saves battery power . NOTE Press this button and the T asks button simultaneously if you wish to launch the Align Screen function. ⢠Scroll dial - allows you to scroll through a menu and open an application. ⢠Record/Notes button - allows you to record sounds and save them as files if you press and hold the button. Pressing this button quickly will launch the Notes program. ⢠Software reset button - allows you to perform a soft reset in case of device malfunctions, or when an application hangs. Charging status LED System indicator LED Power/Front light button Scroll dial Record/Notes button Software reset button
1-4 Chapter 1 T op features Bottom features DC IN ⢠Stylus - used for tapping or writing on the LCD touch screen. Slide out the stylus from its compartment. Refer to the descirption of the stylus on the next page. ⢠IR port - allows you to copy or send data to another device with an IR port. ⢠SD/MMC slot - accommodates a Secure Digital (SD) card or a Multimedia Memory Card (MMC card). ⢠Microphone - magnifies your sound recording. ⢠Headphone jack - connects a headphone. Stylus IR port SD/MMC slot Microphone Headphone jack Cradle connector / Sync cable connector Power connector ⢠Cradle connector / Sync cable connector - connects to the 40-pin female connector on the cradle. If you are not using the cradle, connect the 40-pin USB sync cable directly to this connector to synchronize your device with your computer . ⢠Power connector - connects the AC adapter cable. Use this connector if you wish to use AC power without the cradle.
Get started! 1-5 Cradle features Y our standard package includes the cradle for MyPal. The cradle has three connectors. ⢠Device connector - holds the device in place. This is a 40-pin connector that matches the connector on the bottom of the device. ⢠Mini-USB connector - synchronizes the device with your PC using the bundled USB PC cable. This connector is located at the back side of the cradle. ⢠Power connector - connects the bundled AC adapter . This connector is located at the back side of the cradle. Device connector Mini-USB connector Power connector The stylus The stylus functions on a Pocket PC the same way a mouse functions on a standard PC. Use the stylus to tap or drag on the LCD touch screen to open programs or execute commands. ⢠T ap. T ouch the screen once with the stylus to open programs and select options. ⢠Drag. Hold the stylus on the screen and drag across the screen to select text and images. Drag in a list to select multiple items. ⢠T ap and hold. T ap and hold the stylus on an item to see a list of actions available for that item. On the displayed pop-up menu, tap the action that you want to perform. Stylus
1-6 Chapter 1 Setting up MyPal Placing on the cradle Connecting the AC adapter ⢠Connect the AC adapter cable to the connector at the back of the cradle. Connect the power plug to a grounded wall socket. See Figure 1. ⢠If you are not using the cradle, connect the AC adapter cable directly to the power connector at the bottom of the device. Connect the power plug to a grounded wall socket. See Figure 2. Position the device on the cradle as shown on the right. Match the connectors and carefully insert the device until it fits in place. The illustration on the left shows MyPal properly installed on the cradle. Figure 1 Figure 2
Get started! 1-7 Charging the battery Y our device includes a rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery . Y ou must charge the battery before using the device the first time. The battery starts charging as soon as you connect the AC adapter to a power source. Use the AC adapter to plug your device to a power source whenever possible, especially when you are using a modem or other peripherals, using the device backlight, connecting to a PC, or letting notification light flash for extended time periods. T o display the power status, tap , Settings , System tab, and the Power icon. Activating MyPal It is important that you properly calibrate and activate your device before using it. This process ensures accurate positioning when entering text and selecting menus. Follow these steps to calibrate and activate MyPal. 1. Press the power button. 2. Use the stylus to tap the LCD touch screen to start the calibration and activation. 3. At the prompt to align the screen, tap the center of the cross whenever the travelling cross stops on the screen. Y ou may have to do this step several times to properly calibrate. 4. When done with the screen calibration, follow the screen instructions to complete the activation. ⢠at the â Stylusâ screen, tap Next to continue. ⢠at the â Pop-up menusâ screens, perform the indicated operations. ⢠at the â Congratulationsâ screen, tap Next to continue. ⢠at the â Locationâ screen, select your time zone and tap Next to continue. ⢠at the â Completionâ screen, tap the screen to continue. 5. When the T oday screen appears, MyPal is ready to use. Proceed to the next section for information on the basic screens on your device.
1-8 Chapter 1 Basic screens on MyPal T oday screen Normally , the T oday screen appears when you turn on your device for the first time each day . NOTE When the device is already on and the screen displays another program, you can display the T oday screen by tapping the icon. Then from the Navigation bar , tap T oday . As shown in the sample below , the T oday screen lets you see at a glance the summary of the important information for the day . From the T oday screen, tap any of the listed items with the stylus to display the details. See âÂÂChapter 2: Learn the basics â to learn how to modify the current tasks or activities, or to add new items or information. On the bottom of the T oday screen is the Command bar . T ap New from the Command bar to create a new appointment, contact, note, task, e-mail, or an Excel or Word document.
Get started! 1-9 Navigation Bar screen On top of the T oday screen is the Navigation bar . This bar includes the icon, speaker icon, current time, and any other active program. T ap the icon on the Navigation bar to display a drop down list of the programs installed in your device. Icon Program Description ActiveSync Synchronize information between your device and your desktop computer . Calendar Keep track of your appointments and create meeting requests. Contacts Keep track of your friends and colleagues. Inbox Send and receive e-mail messages. Internet Explorer Browse Web and W AP sites, and download new programs and files from the Internet. Notes Create handwritten or typed notes, drawings, and recordings. T asks Keep track of your tasks. Programs T ap to see additional programs installed in your device. Settings T ap to see items that you can customize or adjust to your preference. Find T ap to find data in your device. Help T ap to see the Help contents.
1-10 Chapter 1 Pop-up menus With the pop-up menus, you can easily choose an action for an item. For example, you can use the pop-up menu in T asks to delete, copy , or beam a task. The actions in the pop-up menus vary from program to program. T o access a pop-up menu, tap and hold the stylus on the item that you wish to perform action on. When the menu appears, lift the stylus, and tap the action that you want to execute. T o close the pop-up menu without performing an action, tap anywhere outside the menu. Notifications Y our device can remind you of things you have to do in several ways. For example, if you have set up an appointment in Calendar , a task with a due date, or an alarm in Clock, you will be notified in any of the following ways. ⢠A message box appears on the screen ⢠A sound is played (you can select the type of sound) ⢠A light flashes on the device T o choose the reminder types and sounds, tap icon then tap Settings. In the Settings screen, tap Sounds and Notifications . Proceed to Chapter 2 to learn the basics, and to the succeeding chapters to learn the many other things you can do on your device and the things it can do for you!
Learn the basics 2-1 Chapter 2 Learn the basics ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Entering information ............................................ 2-2 Entering text using the Input Panel .......................................... 2-2 W riting on the screen ............................................................... 2-5 Drawing on the screen ............................................................. 2-8 Recording a message .............................................................. 2-9 Using a preset message ........................................................ 2-10 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Finding and organizing information .................. 2-1 1 Using the File Explorer ............................................................ 2-1 1 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Customizing your device ................................... 2-12 Adjusting settings ................................................................... 2-12 Adding or removing programs ................................................ 2-13 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠ASUS utilities ...................................................... 2-16 Using the ASUS Backup ........................................................ 2-16 Backing up data ..................................................................... 2-17 Restoring data ........................................................................ 2-20 Customizing the ASUS Settings ............................................. 2-22
2-2 Chapter 2 Entering information Y ou can enter information in your device. ⢠Use the input panel to enter text using the soft keyboard or the Letter recorgnizer ⢠W rite directly on the screen with the stylus ⢠Draw pictures on the screen ⢠Speak into the device microphone to record a message ⢠Use the Microsoft ActiveSync to synchronize or copy information from your desktop computer to your device Entering text using the Input Panel Use the Input Panel to enter information in any program on your device. you can either type using the soft keyboard or write using the Letter Recognizer , Block Recognizer , or T ranscriber . In either case, the characters appear as typed text on the screen. T o show or hide the input pane, tap the Input Panel button. T ap the arrow next to the Input Panel button to see your options. T o type with the soft keyboard: 1. T ap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then tap Keyboard . NOTE T o demonstrate, open Notes . 2. T ap the keys with the stylus to enter information.
Learn the basics 2-3 When you use the Input Panel and the soft keyboard, your device anticipates the word you are typing and displays it above the Input Panel. When you tap the displayed word, it is inserted into your text at the insertion point. The more your use your device, the more words it learns to anticipate. NOTE T o change options on word completion feature: 1. T ap . 2. T ap Settings. 3. T ap Personal tab. 4. T ap Input. 5. T ap Word Completion tab. 6. Make your desired changes. T o use Letter Recognizer: With the Letter Recognizer , you can write letters on the screen with the stylus as you would on paper . 1. T ap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then tap Letter Recognizer . 2. Write a letter in the box. When you write a letter , it is converted to a typed text that appears on the screen. For instructions and demonstation on using the Letter Recognizer , tap the question mark next to the writing area.
2-4 Chapter 2 T o use Block Recognizer: With the Block Recognizer , you can input character strokes that are similar to those use on other devices. 1. T ap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then tap Block Recognizer . 2. Write a letter in the box. When you write a letter , it is converted to a typed text that appears on the screen. For instructions and demonstation on using the Block Recognizer , tap the question mark next to the writing area. T o use T ranscriber: With T ranscriber , you can use the stylus to write anywhere on the screen as you would on paper . Unlike Letter Recognizer and Block Recognizer , you can write a sentence or additional information. Pause after writing and let T ranscriber convert the written characters to typed characters. 1. T ap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then tap T ranscriber . 2. Write anywhere on the screen. For instructions and demonstation on using T ranscriber , with T ranscriber open, tap the question mark in the lower right corner of the screen. T o edit typed text: 1. Select the text that you wish to edit using either one of the following: ⢠drag the stylus over the text ⢠tap twice to select a word ⢠tap three times to select a paragraph 2. T ap Edit on the Command bar and select an action, or use one of the tools in the Input Panel to enter a new text.
Learn the basics 2-5 W riting on the screen In any program that accepts writing, such as the Notes program, and in the Notes tab in Calendar , Contacts, and T asks, you can use the stylus to write directly on the screen. Write the way you do on paper . Y ou can edit and format what you have written and convert the information to text at a later time. T o write on the screen: 1. Open the Notes program. 2. T ap the Pen button to switch to the writing mode. The screen displays blank space with lines to help you write. 3. Write your text. NOTE Some programs that accept writing may not have the Pen button. See the documentation for that program to find out how to switch to writing mode.
2-6 Chapter 2 T o edit your writing: 1. T ap and hold the stylus next to the text that you wish to select until the insertion point appears. 2. Without lifting, drag the stylus across the text to select it. If you accidentally write on the screen, tap T ools, then Undo and try again. Y ou can also select text by tapping the Pen button to deselect it and then dragging the stylus across the screen. 3. T ap Edit on the Command bar and select an action, or use one of the tools in the Input Panel to enter a new text. T o convert writing to text: ⢠T ap T ools, then Recognize. If you want to convert only certain words, select them before tapping Recognize. If the word is not recognized, it is left as writing.
Learn the basics 2-7 If the conversion is incorrect, you can select different words from a list of alternates or return to the original writing. 1. T ap and hold the incorrect word. 2. When the pop-up menu appears, tap Alternates to display a list of alternate words for the selection. 3. T ap the word that you want to use, or tap the writing at the top of the menu to return to the original writing. T ips for getting good writing recognition ⢠W rite neatly . ⢠W rite on the line and draw descenders below the line. Write the cross of the â tâ and apostrophes below the top line so that they are not confused with the word above. Write periods and commas above the line. ⢠For better recognition, try increasing the zoom level to 300% using the T ools menu. ⢠W rite the letters of a word closely and leave big gaps between words so that the device can easily tell where the words begin and end. ⢠Hyphenated words, foreign words tha use special characters such as accents, and some punctuation cannot be converted. ⢠If you add writing to a word to change it (such as changing a â 3 â to an â 8 â ) after you attempt to recognize the word, the writing you add will not included if you attempt to recognize the writing again.
2-8 Chapter 2 Drawing on the screen Y ou can draw on th screen in the same way that you write on the screen. The difference between writing and drawing on the screen is how you select items and how they can be edited. For example, selected drawings can be resized, while writing cannot. T o create a drawing: 1. Use the stylus to make a stroke three ruled lines high. A dotted box appears. 2. Make your drawing in or touching the drawing box and crossing three ruled lines. If the drawing does not cross three lines, it changes to writing. NOTE T o easily work on or view your drawing, change the zoom level by tapping T ools and selecting your desired zoom. T o edit your drawing: 1. T ap and hold the stylus on the drawing until the selection handle appears. T o select multiple drawings, deselect the Pen button then drag to select the drawings you want. 2. T ap and hold the selected drawing, then tap an editing command on the pop-up menu or tap a command on the Edit menu. 3. Resize the drawing by deselecting the Pen button (if selected) and dragging a selection handle to your desired size.
Learn the basics 2-9 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 Calendar , T asks, and Contacts, you can include a recording in the Notes tab. In the Notes program, you can either create a stand- alone recording or include a recording in a written note. If you want to include the recording in a note, open the note first. In the Inbox program, you can add a recording to an e-mail message. T o create a recording: 1. Hold your device with the microphone near your mouth or other source of sound. 2. Press and hold the Record button on the device until you hear a beep. 3. While holding the Record button, make your recording. 4. T o stop recording, release the Record button. Y ou will hear two beeps. The new recording appears in the Note list or as an embedded icon. NOTE Y ou can also make your recording using the buttons on the Recording toolbar . 5. T o play the recording, tap it from the list, or if embedded in a note, tap the speaker icon.
2-10 Chapter 2 Using a preset message When using Inbox or MSN Messenger , use My T ext to quickly insert preset or frequently used messages into the text entry area. T o insert a message, tap My T ext and tap your desired message. NOTE Y ou can add text after inserting a My T ext message. However , you have to add it before sending the message. T o edit a My T ext message: 1. T ap Edit in the T ools menu. 2. T ap My T ext Messages. 3. Select a message and make your desired changes.
Learn the basics 2-11 Finding and organizing information The Find feature on your device helps you quickly locate information. T o find information: 1. T ap , then tap Find . 2. Enter the text that you want to find, select a data type, then tap Go to start the search. NOTE T o quickly find information that is taking up space on your device, select Larger than 64 KB in T ype. Y ou can also use the File Explorer to find files on your device. Using the File Explorer T o use the File Explorer to find and organize files: 1. T ap , then tap Programs . 2. In the Program screen, tap the File Explorer icon. 3. T ap and hold the item that you wish to move until a pop-up menu appears. 4. T ap an action from the pop-up menu.
2-12 Chapter 2 Customizing your device Y ou can customize your device by adjusting the settings and installing additional software. Adjusting settings Y ou can adjust the device settings to your preference. T o see the available options: 1. T ap , then tap Settings to display the Settings screen. 2. T ap the Personal or System tab on the bottom of the screen. Y ou may want to adjust any one of the following items. ⢠Clock. Change the time or set alarms. ⢠Menus. Customize what appears on the menu, and enable a pop-up menu from the New button. ⢠Owner information. Enter your contact information. ⢠Password. Add security to your device. ⢠Power . Maximize battery life. ⢠T oday . Customize the look and information displayed on the T oday screen. NOTE Refer to the section â ASUS utilitiesâ later in this chapter for details on the bundled ASUS programs.
Learn the basics 2-13 Adding or removing programs Programs added to your device at the factory are stored in ROM (Read- Only Memory). Y ou cannot remove this software, and you will never accidentally lose ROM contents. ROM programs can be updated using installation programs with a *.xip extension. All other programs and data files added to your device after factory installation are stored in RAM (Random Access Memory). Y ou can install any program created for your device, as long as it has enough memory . The most popular place to find software for your device is on the Pocket PC web site (http://www .microsoft.com/mobile/pocketpc). T o add programs using ActiveSync: NOTE Y ou need to install the Microsoft ActiveSync on your desktop computer before you can synchronize and/or add programs to your device. Refer to âÂÂChapter 3: Microsoft ActiveSync â for installation instructions. 1. Determine your device and processor type so that you know which version of the software to install. T ap , then tap Settings. On the System tab, tap About. In the V ersion tab, take note of the information in Processor . 2. Download the program to your desktop computer (or insert the CD that contains the program into your desktop computer). Y ou may see a single *.xip, *.exe, or *.zip file, a Setup.exe file, or several versions of files for different device types and processors. Be sure to select the program designed for the Pocket PC and your device processor type. 3. Read any installation instructions, Read Me files, or documentation tha comes with the program. Many programs provide special installation instructions. 4. Connect your device to your desktop computer .
2-14 Chapter 2 5. Double-click the *.exe file. ⢠If the file is an installer , the installation wizard begins. Follow the directions on the screen. Once the software is installed on your desktop computer , the installer automatically transfers the software to your device. ⢠If the file is not an installer , you will see an error message stating that the program is valid but it is designed for a different type of computer . Y ou need to move this file to your device. If you cannot find any installation instructions for the program in the Read Me file or documentation, use ActiveSync Explore to copy the program file to the Program Files folder on your device. For more information on copying files using ActiveSync, see ActiveSync Help. 6. When the installation is complete, tap , Programs, and the program icon to switch to it. T o add a program directly from the Internet: NOTE Y ou need to be connected to the Internet through an optional modem card or network card before you can add programs directly from the Internet. 1. Determine your device and processor type so that you know which version of the software to install. T ap , then tap Settings. On the System tab, tap About. In the V ersion tab, take note of the information in Processor . 2. Download the program to your device straight from the Internet using the Pocket Internet Explorer . Y ou may see a single *.xip, *.exe, or *.zip file, a Setup.exe file, or several versions of files for different device types and processors. Be sure to select the program designed for the Pocket PC and your device processor type. 3. Read any installation instructions, Read Me files, or documentation tha comes with the program. Many programs provide special installation instructions. 4. T ap the file, such as a *.xip or *.exe file. The installation wizard begins. Follow the directions on the screen.
Learn the basics 2-15 T o add a program to the Start menu: 1. T ap , tap Settings, tap Menus, tap the Start Menu tab, and tap the check box for the program. If you do not see the program on the list, you can either use File Explorer on the device to move the program to the Start Menu folder , or use ActiveSync on the desktop computer to create a shortcut to the program and place the shortcut in the Start Menu folder . 2. If you are using the File Explorer on the device: a. T ap , tap Programs, tap File Explorer , and locate the program (tap the folder list, labeled My Documents by default, then tap My Device to see a list of all the folders on the device). b. T ap and hold the program, then tap Cut on the pop-up menu. Open the Start Menu folder located in the Windows folder , tap and hold a blank area of the window , then tap Paste in the pop-up menu. c. The program now appears on the menu. For more information on using the File Explorer , see the section âÂÂFinding and organizing information â earlier in this chapter . 3. If you are using ActiveSync on the desktop computer: a. Use the Explorer in ActiveSync to explore yoru device files and locate the program. Right-click the program, then click Create Shortcut. b. Move the shortcut to the Start Menu folder in the Windows folder . The shortcut now appears on the menu. For more information, see ActiveSync Help. T o remove a program from the Start menu: 1. T ap , then tap Settings. On the System tab, tap Remove Programs. 2. If the program does not appear in the list of installed programs, use File Explorer on your device to locate the program, tap and hold the program, then tap Delete on the pop-up menu.
2-16 Chapter 2 ASUS utilities Besides the Microsoft program that allow you back up the data, your device also includes a proprietary ASUS utilities. The ASUS utilities allow you to backup or restore data, and adjust settings to customize your device and maximize its use. Using the ASUS Backup T o access the ASUS backup utility: 1. T ap , then tap Programs. NOTE Y ou need to insert an SD (Secure Digital) memory card into the SD slot on top of the device when backing up data. Otherwise, you will receive the message âÂÂNo storage devices are found! â 1. T ap , then tap Settings . 2. T ap the System tab, then tap the Memory icon. 3. On the Memory screen, tap the Running Programs tab. 4. T ap the Stop All button, then tap OK. 2. T ap , then tap . A message appears asking you to stop other programs before running the backup utility . 3. T ap OK and stop running programs. T o stop all running programs:
Learn the basics 2-17 1. Return to the ASUS programs screen and tap the ASUS Backup icon. 2. T ap the Backup tab on the ASUS Backup screen. 3. T ap All Data button to back up all data on your device. Backing up data T o back up all data on your device: 4. In the Backup File screen: ⢠specify the backup file name ⢠specify the folder in which to store the backup file (optional) ⢠specify the location where you would like to place your backup file (i.e. SD card, CF card) 5. T ap OK to start the backup process.
2-18 Chapter 2 6. When the backup process is complete, the screen displays the message âÂÂComplete â and the total size of the backed up files. In case the program fails to back up any items, it will show the items on the screen. 7. T ap OK. T o back up only PIM data on your device: 1. On the ASUS Backup screen, tap PIM Data button to back up only the personal information management (PIM) data on your device. 2. When prompted, select SD Card or CF card (whichever is available). T apping Cancel returns you to the previous screen. 3. T ap the Backup tab. 4. T ype a name for your backup file and the folder where you wish to place it. Y ou may opt not to specify a folder . 5. Check the boxes opposite the items that you wish to back up, or tap Select All to select all listed items.
Learn the basics 2-19 NOTE See the online help on your device for online instructions to back up or restore data. If you checked the box User Defined Folders , tap Define to specify the folders that you wish to include in the backup file, then tap OK. 6. T ap Start to begin the backup process. 7. When the backup process is complete, the screen displays the message âÂÂComplete â and a list of all the backed up items. 8. T ap OK.
2-20 Chapter 2 Restoring data T o restore all data from the memory card: 1. T ap , then tap Programs . NOTE Y ou need to insert the SD memory card that contains your backup file into the SD slot on the device when restoring data. Otherwise, you will receive the message âÂÂNo storage device are found! â 2. On the ASUS Programs screen T ap the ASUS Backup icon. When prompted, stop all running programs. See page 2-16 for instructions. 3. T ap the Restore tab on the ASUS Backup screen. 4. T ap All Data . 5. In the Backup File screen: ⢠select the backup file name (tap the arrow to list down other backup files, if any) ⢠select the folder that contains your backup file (optional) ⢠select the location where you stored your backup file (i.e. SD card, CF card) 6. T ap OK to start the restore process.
Learn the basics 2-21 1. On the ASUS Backup screen, tap PIM Data . 2. When prompted, select SD Card or CF card where you stored your backup file. T apping Cancel returns you to the previous screen. 3. T ap the Restore tab. T o restore PIM data from the memory card: 4. Select the backup file name (tap the arrow to list down other backup files, if any). 5. Check the boxes opposite the items that you wish to restore, or tap Select All to select all listed items. If you checked the box User Defined Folders , tap Define to specify the folders that you wish to restore, then tap OK. 6. T ap Start to begin the restore process. 7. When the restore process is finished, a message appears prompting you to reset the PDA. T ap OK and reset your device.
2-22 Chapter 2 T ap the Mode tab to display the running mode of the CPU. The T urbo Mode allows better CPU performance. In this mode, the CPU speed goes up to 400MHz. Set to this mode when playing games or playing video. However , setting to T urbo mode may reduce the battery life. The Standard Mode allows for up to 200MHz CPU speed. Set to this mode when listening to MP3 audio files or for applications that do not require very fast CPU speed. 1. T ap , then tap Settings . 2. T ap the System tab on the bottom of the Settings screen. 3. T ap the ASUS Settings icon to display the system information screen. This screen is displayed whenever you tap the Info tab. Customizing the ASUS Settings T o access the ASUS settings: T o change the Run Mode:
Learn the basics 2-23 The Power Saving Mode sets the CPU to a fixed speed of 100MHz. Set to this mode when using text based applications such as Word, Excel, etc. This mode has a lower CPU performance but extends the battery life. The Automatic Mode allows for 100MHz, 200MHz, or 400MHz CPU speed depending on the program that you are running. Y ou may also check the Advanced Performance Enhancement box to increase system performance. This option allows data caching so you can retrieve data faster . However , this option may sometimes cause the system to be unstable. T ap the Display tab to adjust the screen brightness. Y ou may set the degree of brightness on battery power and on external power . Using a lower degree of brightness while on battery power substantially reduces battery power consumption. Y ou will only see the Display settings if your device has a customizable backlight. T o change the Display settings:
2-24 Chapter 2 T ap the AGC tab to adjust the settings for the microphone sensitivity and automatic gain control (AGC). The AGC features allows you to adjust the recording and environment noise level. ⢠The MIC Sensitivity controls the sound recording input. Setting the slider toward the â â sign allows for a louder recording, but the environment noise level may be louder also. ⢠The Gain Control controls the sound recording output. T ap the W akeup tab to select the source wakeup buttons. Pressing any one of the checked buttons wakes up the device. The program assigned to a specific button appears when you press that button. T ap , Settings , and Buttons for the button assignments. Y ou may customize the button assignments. T o change the Microphone settings: T o change the W akeup Sources:
Learn the basics 2-25 T ap the Autorun tab to select the source devices to execute the autorun program. Y ou may select SD Card or CF card , or both. T o select Autorun Devices:
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Microsoft î ActiveSync î 3-1 Chapter 3 Microsoft î ActiveSync î ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Introduction ........................................................... 3-2 What is ActiveSync î ? ............................................................... 3-2 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Installing ActiveSync î ......................................................................... 3-3 Installing ActiveSync î on your computer .................................. 3-4 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Synchronizing your device .................................. 3-5 Connecting your device to a computer .................................... 3-5 Setting up a partnership ........................................................... 3-6 Checking synchronized information ......................................... 3-6 Initiating synchronization .......................................................... 3-7 Synchronization options ........................................................... 3-8
3-2 Chapter 3 Introduction What is ActiveSync î ? The Microsoft î ActiveSync î is one of the important bundled programs in MyPal. With ActiveSync, you can synchronize the information on your desktop computer with the information on your device. Synchronization compares the data on your device with your desktop computer and updates both computers with the most recent information. For example: ⢠Keep Pocket Outlook data up-to-date by synchronizing your device with Microsoft Outlook data on your desktop computer . ⢠Synchronize Microsoft W ord and Microsoft Excel files between your device and desktop computer . Y our files are automatically converted to the correct format. NOTE By default, ActiveSync does not automatically synchronize all types of information. Use the ActiveSync options to turn synchronization on or of f for specific information types. With ActiveSync, you can also: ⢠Back up and restore your device data ⢠Copy (rather than synchronize) files between your device and desktop computer ⢠Control when synchronization occurs by selecting a synchronization mode. For example, you can synchronize continually while connected to your desktop computer or only when you choose to synchronize. ⢠Select which information types are synchronized and control how much data is synchronized. For example, you can choose to synchronize your appointments of the past two weeks only , appointments older than two weeks are not synchronized. For more information about using ActiveSync: 1. Start ActiveSync on your desktop computer . 2. From the Activesync menu bar , click Help then on Microsoft ActiveSync Help .
Microsoft î ActiveSync î 3-3 Installing ActiveSync î The ActiveSync program is already installed on your device. T o synchronize information on your device with your computer , you must also install ActiveSync on your computer . Install ActiveSync from the Companion CD that came with your product package. NOTE Before starting the ActiveSync installation, make sure that you have Microsoft î Outlook î installed on your computer . If you do not have Outlook, install the Microsoft î Outlook î 2002 from the Companion CD. Even if you have Outlook 98 or Outlook 2000 installed, you are encouraged to update to Outlook 2002. Installing ActiveSync î on your computer T o install ActiveSync on your computer: 1. T urn on your computer and monitor . NOTE Do not connect your device to your computer until you have finished installing ActiveSync. 2. Insert the Companion CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer . The CD autoruns and displays the initial screen, then the Main Menu from which you can start the installation. 3. Click on Start Here from the Main Menu.
3-4 Chapter 3 4. Read the Overview before installing ActiveSync 3.5 to make sure that you perform the installation sequence correctly . 5. Click Download Connection Wizard and read the overview to see if you require the wizard. Follow the screen instructions to install the wizard on your computer . Return to the Main Menu when done. 6. Click Install ActiveSync 3.5 . 7. At the Install ActiveSync 3.5 screen, click Install . 8. At the File Download window , select Run this program from its current location then click OK. 9. Follow the screen instructions to complete the installation. 10. Restart Windows when prompted, then proceed to the next section to connect your device to your computer and start synchronization. If you have not installed Outlook, install it now . Click Install Outlook 2002 and follow the screen instructions to complete the installation.
Microsoft î ActiveSync î 3-5 Synchronizing your device Connecting your device to a computer T o connect your device to your computer: 1. Place the device on the cradle. 2. Connect the AC adapter to the power connector on the cradle. 3. Connect the mini-USB sync cable to the mini-USB connector on the cradle and the other end to a USB port on your computer . T o connect your device to your computer without the cradle: 1. Connect the USB sync cable with 40-pin connector to the 40-pin sync cable connector at the bottom of the device. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to a USB port on your computer . 40-pin connector
3-6 Chapter 3 Setting up a partnership Immediately after you have completed the installation, the New Partnership wizard will start automatically to help you establish a partnership and customize your synchronization settings. At this point, you can decide exactly which types of information you would like to synchronize with your computer . Y our first synchronization process begins when you finish using the wizard. A partnership is a file that allows you to synchronize your device with your desktop computer . This file is stored on your desktop computer. An additional file that enables your desktop computer to recognize your device is stored on your device. Checking synchronized information After your first synchronization, take a look at Calendar , Contacts, and T asks on your device. Y ou will notice that the calendar information in Microsoft Outlook on your computer was copied to your device, and the information that you have on your device was copied to your computer . NOTE Open Microsoft Outlook on your desktop computer to see the details of copied information from your device.
Microsoft î ActiveSync î 3-7 Initiating synchronization Once you have set up ActiveSync and completed the first synchronization process, you can initiate synchronization from your device at any time. T o manually initiate synchronization: 1. T ap , then tap ActiveSync to display the ActiveSync screen. 2. T o start synchronization, make a connection between your device and your computer , then tap Sync . T o end synchronization, tap Stop . For more information on synchronization: T ap while in the ActiveSync screen, then tap Help .
3-8 Chapter 3 Synchronization options The Microsoft ActiveSync program allows you to customize your synchronization settings at any time. Y ou can select the items to synchronize, set the synchronization schedule, and specify the synchronization rules. T o display the synchronization options: ⢠From the ActiveSync window on your desk top computer , click on the Options icon, or ⢠From the menu bar , click on T ools , then Options . 1. Check the box opposite the item that you wish to synchronize. 2. Highlight a checked item then click on Settings to specify synchronization options for the item. For example, highlight Calendar then click on Settings to display the Calendar Synchronization Settings window . Customize the available settings, then click OK when done. 3. Do the same for the other checked items. NOTE: Y ou cannot set the options for unchecked items. 4. Click OK when done. T o select items to synchronize:
Microsoft î ActiveSync î 3-9 T o set synchronization schedule: 1. Click on the Schedule tab. 2. Select your desired synchronization schedule. 3. Click OK when done. T o specify synchronization rules: 1. Click on the Rules tab. 2. Select your desired settings from the available options. 3. Click OK when done.
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Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-1 Chapter 4 Microsoft î Pocket Outlook ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Introduction ........................................................... 4-2 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Calendar ................................................................ 4-2 Creating appointments ............................................................. 4-3 Using the summary screen ...................................................... 4-4 Creating meeting requests ....................................................... 4-4 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Contacts ................................................................ 4-5 Creating contacts ..................................................................... 4-6 Finding a contact ...................................................................... 4-7 Using the summary screen ...................................................... 4-7 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠T asks ...................................................................... 4-8 Creating tasks .......................................................................... 4-8 Using the summary screen ...................................................... 4-9 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Notes .................................................................... 4-10 Creating notes ......................................................................... 4-1 1 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Inbox .................................................................... 4-12 Synchronizing e-mail messages ............................................ 4-12 Connecting directly to an e-mail server .................................. 4-13 Using the message list ........................................................... 4-14 Composing messages ........................................................... 4-16 Managing e-mail messages and folders ................................ 4-17
4-2 Chapter 4 Introduction Microsoft î Pocket Outlook includes Calendar , Contacts, T asks, Inbox, and Notes. Y ou can use these programs individually or together . For example, e-mail address stored in Contacts can be used to address e-mail messages in Inbox. Using ActiveSync î , you can synchronize information in Microsoft Outlook or Microsoft Exchange on your desktop computer with your device. Y ou can also synchronize this information directly with a Microsoft Exchange server . Each time you synchronize, ActiveSync compares the changes you mode on your device and desktop computer or server and updates both computers with the latest information. For information on using ActiveSync, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer . Y ou can switch to any of the Pocket Outlook programs by tapping . Calendar: Scheduling appointments and meetings Use Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events. Y ou can check your appointments in one of several views (Agenda, Day , Week, Month, and Y ear) and easily switch views using the View menu. NOTE Y ou can customize the Calendar display , such as changing the first day of the week, by tapping Options on the T ools menu.
Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-3 Creating appointments T o create an appointment: 1. If you are in Day or Week view , tap your desired date for the appointment, 2. T ap New . 3. Using the input panel, enter a description and a location. T ap first to select the field. 4. If needed, tap the date and time to change them. 5. Enter other desired information. Y ou will need to hide the input panel to see all available fields. 6. T o add notes, tap the Notes tab. Y ou can enter text, draw , or create a recording. For more information on creating notes, see the â Notes: Capturing thoughts and ideas â later in this chapter . 7. When done, tap OK to return to Calendar . NOTE If you select Remind me in an appointment, your device will remind you according to the options set in , Settings, Personal tab, Sounds and Notifications .
4-4 Chapter 4 Using the summary screen When you tap an appointment in Calendar , a summary screen is displayed. T o change the appointment, tap Edit . Creating meeting requests Y ou can use Calendar to set up meetings with users of Outlook and Pocket Outlook. The meeting request will be created automatically and sent either when you synchronize Inbox or when you connect to your e-mail server . T o create a meeting request: 1. T ap T ools then Options to indicate how you want meeting requests sent 2. If you send and receive e-mail messages through ActiveSync, select ActiveSync . T o schedule a meeting: 1. Create an appointment. 2. In the appointment details, hide the input panel, then tap Attendees. 3. From the list of e-mail addresses you have entered in Contacts, select the meeting attendees. The meeting notice is created automatically and place in the Outbox folder . For more information on sending and receiving meeting requests, see Calendar Help and Inbox Help on the device.
Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-5 Contacts: T racking friends and colleagues Contacts maintains a list of your friends and colleagues so that you can easily find the information you look for , whether you are at home or on the road. Using the infrared port (IR) on the device, you can quickly share Contacts information with other device users. NOTE T o change the way information is displayed in the list, tap T ools then Options .
4-6 Chapter 4 Creating contacts T o create a contact: 1. T ap , then tap Contacts . 2. T ap New to display a blank contact form. 3. Using the input panel, enter a name and other contact information. Y ou will need ot scroll down to see all available fields. 4. T o assign the contact a category , scroll to and tap Categories, then select a category from the list. In the contact list, you can display the contacts by category . 5. T o add notes, tap the Notes tab. Y ou can enter text, draw , or create a recording. For more information on creating notes, see â Notes: Capturing thoughts and ideas â later in this chapter . 6. T ap OK to return to the contact list when done.
Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-7 Finding a contact There are four ways to find a contact. ⢠In the contact list, enter a contact name in the box under the navigation bar . T o show all contacts again, clear text from the box or tap the button to the right of the box. ⢠In the contact list, tap the category list (labeled All Contacts by default) and select the type of contact that you wish to display . T o show all contacts again, select All Contacts. T o view a contact not assigned to a category , select None . ⢠T o view the names fo companies your contacts work for , in the contact list, tap View > By Company . The number of contacts that work for that company will be displayed to the right of the company name. ⢠T ap , Find, enter the contact name, select Contacts for the type, and tap Go. Using the summary screen When you tap a contact in the contact list, a summary screen is displayed. T o change the contact informaton, tap Edit.
4-8 Chapter 4 T asks: Keeping a to do list Use T asks ot keep track of what you have to do. Creating tasks T o create a task: 1. T ap , then tap T asks . 2. T ap New to display a blank task form.
Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-9 3. Using the input panel, enter a description. 4. Y ou can enter a start date and due date or enter other information by tapping the field first. If the input panel is open, you will need to hide it to see all available fields. 5. T o assign the task to a category , tap Categories and select a catagory from the list. In the task list, you can display tasks by category . 6. T o add notes, tap the Notes tab. Y ou can enter text, draw , or create a recording. For more information on creating notes, see â Notes: Capturing thoughts and ideas â later in this chapter . 7. T ap OK to return to the task list when done. NOTE T o quickly create a task with only a subject, tap Entry Bar on the T ools menu. T ap T ap here to add a new task and enter your task information. Using the summary screen When you tap a task in the task list, a summary screen is displayed. T o change the task, tap Edit .
4-10 Chapter 4 Notes: Capturing thoughts and ideas Quickly capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, and phone numbers with Notes. Y ou can create a written note or a recording. Y ou 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. If the note is displayed, it will be created as a stand-alone recording.
Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-11 Creating notes T o create a note: 1. T ap , then tap Notes . 2. T ap New to display a blank note. 3. 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 Chapter 2.
4-12 Chapter 4 Inbox: Sending and receiving e-mail messages Use Inbox to send and receive e-mail messages in one of these ways: ⢠Synchronize e-mail messages with Microsoft Exchange of or Microsoft Outlook on your desktop computer ⢠Send and receive e-mail messages by connecting directly to an e-mail server through an Internet service provider (ISP) or a network Synchronizing e-mail messages E-mail messages can be synchronized as part of the general synchronization process. Y ou will need to enable Inbox synchronization in ActiveSync. For more information on enabling Inbox synchronization, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer . During synchronization: ⢠Messages are copied from the mail folders of Exchange or Oultook on your desktop computer to the ActiveSync folder in Inbox on your device. By default, you will receive messages from the past three days only , the first 100 lines of each message, and file attachments of less than 100KB in size. ⢠E-mail messages in the Outbox folder on your device are transferred to Exchange or Outlook, then send from those programs. ⢠E-mail messages in subfolder must be selected in ActiveSync on your desktop computer in order to be transferred. NOTE Y ou can also synchronize e-mail messages with your desktop computer from a remote location. For more information, see Chapter 7.
Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-13 Connecting directly to an e-mail server In addition to synchronizing e-mail messages with your desktop computer , you can send and receive e-mail messages by connecting to an e-mail server using a modem or network card connected to your device. Y ou need to set up a remote connection to a network or an ISP , and a connection to your e-mail server . For more information, see Chapter 7. When you connect to the e-mail server , new messages are downloaded to the devie Inbox folder , messages in the device Outbox folders are sent, and messages that have been deleted on the e-mail server are removed from the device Inbox folder . Messages that you receive directly from an e-mail server are linked to your e-mail server rather than your desktop computer . When you delete a message on your device, it is also deleted from the e-mail server the next time you connect based on the settings you selected in ActiveSync. Y ou can work online or of fline. When working online, you read and respond to messages while connected to the e-mail server . Messages are sent as soon as you tap Send, which saves space in your device. When working offline, once you have downloaded now message headers or partial messages, you can disconnect from the e-mail server and decide which messages to download completely . The next time you connect, Inbox downloads the complete messages you have marked for retrieval and sends the messages you have composed.
4-14 Chapter 4 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. When you receive a message. tap it to open it. Unread messages are displayed in bold.
Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-15 When you connect to your e-mail server or synchronize with your desktop computer , by default, you will receive messages from the last five days only , the first 100 lines of each new messages, and file attachments of less than 100KB in size. The original messages remain on the e-mail server or your desktop computer . Y ou can mark the messages that you want to retrieve in full during your next synchronization or e-mail server connection. In the message list, tap and hold the message that you want to retrieve. On the pop-up menu, tap Mark for Download . The icons in the Inbox message list give you visual indications of message status. Y ou specify your downloading preferences when you set up the service or select your synchronization options. Y ou can change them at any time. ⢠Change options for Inbox synchronization using ActiveSync options. For more information, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer . ⢠Change options for direct e-mail server connections in Inbox on your device. T ap T ools then Options . On the Service tab, tap the service that you wish to change. T ap and hold the service and select Delete to remove a service.
4-16 Chapter 4 Composing messages T o compose a message: 1. T ap New . 2. In the T o field, enter an e-mail or SMS address of one or more recipients, separating them with a semicolon, or select a name from the Contacts list by tapping the Address Book button. All e-mail addresses entered in the e-mail fields in Contacts appear in the Address Book. 3. Compose your message. T o enter preset or frequently used messages, tap My T ext and select a message. 4. T ap Send when you have finished the message. If you are working of fline, the message is moved to the Outbox folder and will be sent the next time you connect.
Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-17 Managing e-mail messages and folders The behavior of the folders you create depends on whether you are using ActiveSync, SMS, POP3, or IMAP4. ⢠If you use ActiveSync, e-mail messages in the Inbox folder in Outlook will automatically be sunchronized with your device. Y ou can select to synchronize additional folders by designating them for ActiveSync. The folders you create and the messages you move will then be mirrored on the server . For example, if you move two messages from the Inbox folder to a folder named Family , and you have designated Family for synchronization, the server creates a copy of the Family folder and copies the messages into that folder . Y ou can then read messages while away from your desktop computer . ⢠If you use SMS, messages are stored in the Inbox folder . ⢠If you use POP3 and you move e-mail messages to a folder you created, the link is broken between the messages on the device and their copies on the mail server . The next time you connect, the mail server will see that the messages are missing from the device Inbox and delete them from the server . This prevents you from having duplicate copies of a message, but it also means that you will no longer have access to messages that you move to folders created from anywhere except the device. ⢠If you use IMAP4, the folders you create and the e-mail messages you move are mirrored on the server . Therefore, messages are available to you anytime you connect to your mail server , whether it is from your device or desktop computer . This synchronization of folders occurs whenever you connect to your mail server , create new folders, or rename/delete folders when connected.
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Companion programs 5-1 Chapter 5 Companion programs ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Pocket W ord .......................................................... 5-2 Creating Pocket W ord documents ........................................... 5-3 Saving Pocket W ord documents .............................................. 5-3 Modes of entering information ................................................. 5-5 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Pocket Excel ......................................................... 5-8 Creating Pocket Excel documents ........................................... 5-9 Saving Pocket Excel documents .............................................. 5-9 Securing your Excel document ............................................... 5-1 1 T ips for working in Pocket Excel ............................................ 5-12 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠MSN Messenger .................................................. 5-13 Setting up ............................................................................... 5-13 W orking with contacts ............................................................ 5-14 Chatting with contacts ............................................................ 5-15 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Windows Media Player for Pocket PC .............. 5-16 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Microsoft Reader ................................................ 5-17 Getting books on your device ................................................ 5-17 Using the Library .................................................................... 5-18 Reading a book ...................................................................... 5-19 Using Reader features ........................................................... 5-20 Removing a book ................................................................... 5-20
5-2 Chapter 5 The companion programs consist of Microsoft î Pocket Word, Microsoft î Pocket Excel, Microsoft î Money , Windows Media ⢠Player for Pocket PC, and Microsft î Reader . T o switch to a companion program on your device, tap Programs on the menu, then tap the program that you wish to open. Pocket W ord Pocket Word works with Microsoft W ord on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your documents. Y ou can create new documents on your device, or you can copy documents from your desktop computer to your device. Synchronize documents between your desktop computer and your device so that you have the most up-to-date content in both locations. Use Pocket Word to create documents, such as letters, meeting minutes, and trip reports. Pocket Word contains a list of the files stored on your device. T ap a file in the list to open. T o delete, make copies of, and send files, tap and hold a file in the list, then select the appropriate action on the pop-up menu. NOTE Y ou can open only one Pocket Word document at a time; when you open a second document, you will be asked to save the first.
Companion programs 5-3 Saving Pocket W ord documents T o save a W ord document: When you have finished editing your document, tap OK . The document is saved using the first line as file name. For example, if your first line in the document has the words For T ranslation , these words appear in your Word documents list. 1. T ap , tap Programs , tap Pocket Word . 2. T ap New to display a blank document. If you selected a template for new documents in the Options dialog box, that template appears with the appropriate text and formatting already provided. Creating Pocket W ord documents T o create a new W ord document:
5-4 Chapter 5 T o specify save options: 1. With the document open, tap T ools . 2. From the pop-up menu, tap Save Document As... to display the Save As screen. 3. Change the file name by simply typing a new one in the Name field. 4. T ap the down arrow in the Folder field to select a folder where you wish to place the file. NOTE If you do not wish to change the document format, but would like to change the file name, folder , and location of your document, simply tap Edit from the command bar , then tap Rename/Move... from the pop-up menu to make your changes. 5. T ap the down arrow in the T ype field to select a file format. Y ou can save the document you create or edit in a variety of formats: ⢠W ord (.doc) ⢠Pocket W ord (.psw) ⢠Rich T ext Format (.rtf) ⢠Plain T ext (.txt) 6. T ap the down arrow in the Location field to indicate the location of your saved file, either in the main memory of your device, or in a storage card (SD or MMC) if available. 7. T ap OK when done.
Companion programs 5-5 Modes of entering information Y ou can enter information in Pocket W ord in one of four modes (typing, writing, drawing, or recording), which are displayed on the View menu. Each mode has its own toolbar that you can show or hide by tapping the Show/Hide T oolbar button on the command bar . If you are opening a Word document created on a desktop computer , select Wrap to W indow on the V iew menu so that you can see the entire document. T o change the zoom magnification: 1. T ap V iew , then tap Zoom . 2. Select your desired percentage. Select a higher percentage to enter text and lower one to see more of your document. T yping Mode Using the input panel, enter typed text into the document. For more information on entering typed text, see Chapter 2. T o format existing text and to edit text, first select the text. Y ou can select text as you do in a Word document, using your stylus instead of the mouse to drag through the text you want to select. Y ou can search a document to find text by tapping Edit and Find/Replace .
5-6 Chapter 5 Writing mode In writing mode, use your stylus to write directly on the screen. Ruled lines are displayed as a guide, and the zoom magnification is greater than in typing mode to allow you to write more easily . For more information on writing and selecting writing, see Chapter 2. NOTE If you cross three ruled lines in a single stylus stroke, the writing becomes a drawing, and can be edited and manipulated as described in the next section. W ritten words are converted to graphics (metafiles) when a Pocket W ord document is converted to a Word document on your desktop computer .
Companion programs 5-7 Drawing mode In drawing mode, use your stylus to draw on the screen. Gridlines appear as a guide. When you lift your stylus of f the screen after ther first stroke, you will see a drawing box indicating the boundaries of the drawing. Every subsequent stroke within or touching the drawing box becomes part of the drawing. For more information on drawing and selecting drawings, see Chapter 2. Recording mode In recording mode, embed a recording into your document. Recordings are saved as .wav files. For more information on recording, see Chapter 2.
5-8 Chapter 5 Pocket Excel Pocket Excel works with Microsoft Excel on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your workbooks. Y ou can create new workbooks on your device, or you can copy workbooks from your desktop computer to your device. Synchronize workbooks between yoru desktop computer and your device so that you have the most up-to-date contents in both locations. Use Pocket Excel to create workbooks, such as expense reports and mileage logs. Pocket Excel contains a list of the files stored on your device. T ap a file in the list to open. T o delete, make copies of, and send files, tap and hold a file in the list, then select the appropriate action on the pop-up menu. Pocket Excel provides fundamental spreadsheet tools, such as formulas, functions, sorting, and filtering. T o display the toolbar , tap View , then tap T oolbar . NOTE Y ou can open only one Pocket Excel document at a time; when you open a second document, you will be asked to save the first.
Companion programs 5-9 Saving Pocket Excel documents T o save an Excel document: When you have finished editing your document, tap OK . By default, your document is saved as Book1 as file name. Y ou can change the file name to one that is more descriptive of your document. See next section for saving options. 1. T ap , tap Programs , tap Pocket Excel . 2. T ap New to display a blank document. If you selected a template for new documents in the Options dialog box, that template appears with the appropriate text and formatting already provided. Creating Pocket Excel documents T o create a new Excel document:
5-10 Chapter 5 T o specify save options: 1. With the document open, tap T ools . 2. From the pop-up menu, tap Save W orkbook As... to display the Save As screen. 3. Change the file name by simply typing a new one in the Name field. 4. T ap the down arrow in the Folder field to select a folder where you wish to place the file. NOTE If you do not wish to save your workbook to a different format, but would like to change the file name, folder , and location of your document, simply tap Edit from the command bar , then tap Rename/Move... from the pop-up menu to make your changes. 5. T ap the down arrow in the T ype field to select a file format. Y ou can save the document you create or edit in a variety of formats: ⢠Pocket Excel (.pxl) ⢠Excel (.xls) 6. T ap the down arrow in the Location field to indicate the location of your saved file, either in the main memory of your device, or in a storage card (SD or MMC) if available. 7. T ap OK when done.
Companion programs 5-11 Securing your Excel document If your workbook contains sensitive or confidental information, you can protect it with a password. T o set a password for your workbook: 1. Open the workbook. 2. T ap Edit from the command bar , then tap Password... to display the password setting screen. 3. T ype a password in the Password field. 4. Re-type the password in the V erify Password field. 5. T ap OK when done. If you have set a password for your workbook, a password screen appears asking you to type your password whenever you try to open the workbook. T ype your password, then tap OK. If you type in a wrong password, a message appears telling you so. NOTE DO NOT forget your password. Y ou can not open your workbook unless you type in the correct password.
5-12 Chapter 5 T ips for working in Pocket Excel T ake note of the following when working in large worksheets in Pocket Excel: ⢠V iew in full-screen mode to see as much of your worksheet as possible. T ap View , then tap Full Screen. T o exit full-screen mode, tap Restore . ⢠Show and hide window elements. T ap View , then tap the elements to show or hide. ⢠Freeze panes on a worksheet. First select the cell where you want to freeze panes. T ap View, then tap Freeze Panes. Y ou might want to freeze the top and leftmost panes in a worksheet to keep row and column labels visible as you scroll through a sheet. ⢠Split panes to view dif ferent areas of a large worksheet. T ap View, then tap Split . Drag the split bar to where you want it. T o remove the split, tap V iew , then tap Remove Split . ⢠Show and hide rows and columns. T o hide a row or column, select a cell in the row or column that you want to hide. T ap Format , then tap Row or Column , and tap Hide . T o show a hidden row or column, tap T ools , then tap Go T o , and type a reference that is in the hidden row or column. T ap Format , then tap Row or Column, and tap Unhide . For more information on using Pocket Excel, tap , then tap Help .
Companion programs 5-13 MSN Messenger MSN Messenger on your device is an instant messaging program that allows you to: ⢠See who is online ⢠Send and receive instant messages ⢠Have instant message conversations with groups of contacts/ T o use MSN Messenger , you must have a Microsoft Passport ⢠account or a Microsoft Exchange e-mail account. Y ou must have a Passport to use the MSN Messenger Service. If you have a Hotmail î or MSN account, you already have a passport. Once you have obtained either a Microsoft Passport or Microsoft Exchange account, you are ready to set up your account. Sign up for a Microsoft Passport account at http://www .passport.com. Get a free Microsoft Hotmail e-mail address at http://www .hotmail.com. T o switch to MSN Messenger , tap , tap Programs, then tap MSN Messenger . Setting up Before you can connect, you must enter your Passport or Exchange account information. T o set up an account and sign in: 1. T ap Options in the T ools menu. 2. In the Accounts tab, enter your Passport or Exchange account information. 3. T o sign in, tap the sign-in screen and enter your e-mail address and password. NOTE If you already use MSN Messenger on your desktop computer , your contacts will show up on your device without being added again.
5-14 Chapter 5 W orking with contacts The MSN Messenger window shows all of your messenger contacts at a glance, divided into Online and Not Online categories. From this view , while connected, you can chat, send an e-mail, block the contact from chatting with you, or delete contacts from your list using the pop-up menu. T o see others online without being seen, tap My Status in the T ools menu and select Appear Offline . If you block a contact, you will appear offline but will remain on the blocked contact âÂÂs list. T o unblock a contact, tap and hold the contact, then tap Unblock on the pop-up menu.
Companion programs 5-15 Chatting with contacts T ap a contact name to open a chat window . Enter yor message in the text entry area at the bottom of the screen, or tap My T ext to enter a preset message, then tap Send. T o invite another contact to a multi-user chat, tap Invite in the T ools menu, then tap the contact that you want to invite. NOTE T o switch back to the main window without closing a chat, tap the Contacts button. T o go back to your chat window , tap Chats and select the person whom you were chatting with. T o know if the contact you are chatting with is responding, look for the message under the text entry area. For more information on using MSN Messenger , tap , then tap Help .
5-16 Chapter 5 Windows Media Player for Pocket PC Use Microsoft î Windows Media Player for Pocket PC to play digital audio and video files that are stored on your device or on a network. T o switch to Windows Media Player for Pocket PC, tap , tap Programs, then tap Windows Media . Use Microsoft Windows Media Player on your desktop computer to copy digital audio and video to your Pocket PC. Y ou can play Windows Media and MP3 files on your Pocket PC. For more information on using Windows Media Player for Pocket PC, tap , then tap Help .
Companion programs 5-17 Microsoft Reader Use Microsoft Reader to read eBooks on your device. Download books to your desktop computer from your favorite eBook web site. Then, use ActiveSync to copy the book files to your activated device. The books appear in the Reader Library . Each book consists of a cover page, an optional table of contents, and the pages of the book. Y ou can: ⢠Page through the book using the Up/Down control on your device, or by tapping the page number on each page. ⢠Annotate the book with highlighting, bookmarks, notes, and drawings. ⢠Search for text and look up definitions for words. The Guidebook contains all the information that you need to use the software. T o open the Guidebook, tap Help on the Reader command bar . Or , on a book page, tap and hold on the book title, then tap Help on the pop-up menu. T o switch to Microsoft Reader , tap , tap Programs, then tap Microsoft Reader . Getting books on your device Y ou can download book files from the W eb. Just visit your favorite eBook retailer and follow the instructions to download the book files. Sample books and a dictionary ar also included in the MSReader folder in the Extras folder on the Pocker PC Companion CD. Use ActiveSync to download the files from your desktop computer to your activated device as described in the Read Me file in the MSReader folder .
5-18 Chapter 5 Using the Library The Library is your Reader home page. It displays a list of all books stored on your device or storage card. T o open the library: 1. On the Reader command bar , tap Library . 2. On a book page, tap the book title, then tap Library on the pop-up menu. T o open a book, tap its title in the Library list.
Companion programs 5-19 Reading a book Each book consists of a cover page, and optional table of contents, and the pages of the book. Navigation options are listed in the bottom portion of the cover page. The first time you open a book, you will probably want to go to the first page or to the table of contents, if there is one. Subsequently , whenever you open a book, you will be automatically taken to the last page read. In addition to the text, each book page includes a page number and the book title. Y ou can also page through a book using the Up/Down control on your device.
5-20 Chapter 5 Using Reader features Reading a book electronically gives you several options not available with paper books. These options are available from any book page. Select text by dragging across the text on the page. T ehn, tap an option on the pop-up menu, as described below . ⢠Search for T ext. Find text in a book by tapping Find on the pop-up menu. Enter the word you want to search for , and tap the desired Find option. Reader highlights found text on the page. T o close Find, tap outside the box. T o return to your original page, tap the title then tap Return on the pop-up menu. ⢠Copy T ext. Y ou can copy text form books that support this feature into any program that accepts text. On a book page, select the text that you want to copy . Then, tap Copy T ext on the pop-up menu. The text can be pasted into the program of your choice. ⢠Bookmarks. When you add a bookmark to a book, a color-coded bookmark icon appears on the right margin. Y ou can add multiple bookmarks to a book. Then, from anywhere in the book, tap the bookmark icon to go to the bookmarked page. ⢠Highlights. When you highlight text, it appears with a colored background. ⢠Notes. When you attach a note to text, you enter the text in a note pad that appears on top of the book page. A Note icon appears on the left margin. T o show or hide the note, tap the icon. ⢠Drawings. When you add a drawing, a Drawing icon appears on the bottom-left corner of the page, and drawing tools appear across the bottom of the page. Draw by dragging your stylus. NOTE T o see a list of a book âÂÂs annotations, including bookmarks, highlights, text notes, and drawings, tap Annotations Index on the book âÂÂs cover page. Y ou can tap an entry in the list to go to the annotated page. Removing a book When you finish reading a book, you can delete it to conserve space on your device. If a copy of the book is stored on your desktop computer , you can download it again at any time. T o remove a book from your device, tap and hold the title in the Library list, then tap Delete on the pop-up menu.
Pocket Internet Explorer 6-1 Chapter 6 Pocket Internet Explorer ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Introduction ........................................................... 6-2 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠The Mobile Favorites folder ................................. 6-2 Favorite links ............................................................................ 6-2 Mobile Favorites ....................................................................... 6-2 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Using A vantGo Channels ..................................... 6-4 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Using Pocket Internet Explorer ........................... 6-5 Changing View settings ........................................................... 6-5 V iewing mobile favorites and channels .................................... 6-6 Adding/Deleting mobile favorites and folders ........................... 6-7 Browsing the Internet ............................................................... 6-8
6-2 Chapter 6 Introduction Use Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer to view Web or W AP pages in any of these ways. ⢠During synchronization with your desktop computer , download your favorite links and mobile favorites that are stored in the Mobile Favorites sub-folder in the Internet Explorer on the desktop computer . ⢠Connect to an Internet service provider (ISP) or network and browse the W eb. T o do this, you need to create the connection first. See Chapter 7 for information on creating a connection. When connected to an ISP or network, you can also download files and programs from the Internet or intranet. T o switch to Pocket Internet Explorer , tap then tap Internet Explorer . The Mobile Favorites folder Only items items stored in the Mobile Favorites sub-folder in the Favorites folder in the Internet Explorer on your desktop computer will be synchronized with your device. This folder was created automatically when you installed ActiveSync. Favorite links During synchronization, the list of favorite links in the Mobile Favorites folder on your desktop computer is synchronized with Pocket Internet Explorer on your device. Both computers are updated with changes made to either list each time you synchronize. Unless you mark the favorite link as a mobile favorite, only the link will be downloaded to your device, and you will need to connect to your ISP or network to view the content. For more information on synchronization, see ActiveSync Help on the desktop computer . Mobile Favorites If you are using Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later on your desktop computer , you can download mobile favorites to your device. Synchronizing mobile favorites downloads Web content to your device so that you can view pages while you are disconnected from your ISP and desktop computer . Use the Internet Explorer plug-in installed with ActiveSync to create mobile favorites quickly .
Pocket Internet Explorer 6-3 T o create a mobile favorite: 1. In Internet Explorer on your desktop computer , click T ools then Create Mobile Favorite . 2. T o change the link name, enter a new name in the Name box. 3. Select your desired update schedule in Update. This is optional. 4. Click OK . Internet Explorer downloads the latest version of the page to your desktop computer . 5. If you want to download the pages that are linked to the mobile favorite you just created, in Internet Explorer on the desktop computer , right- click the mobile favorite, then click Properties. In the Download tab, specify the number of links deep you want to download. T o conserve device memory , go only one level deep. 6. Synchronize your device an desktop computer . Mobile favorites that are stored in the Mobile Favorites in Internet Explorer are downloaded to your device. NOTE If you did not specify an update schedule in step 3, you will need to manually download content to keep the information updated on your desktop computer and device. Before synchronizing with your device, in Internet Explorer on your desktop computer , click T ools then Synchronize . Y ou will see the last time content was downloaded to the desktop computer , and you can manually download content if needed. Y ou can add a button to the Internet Explorer toolbar for creating mobile favorites. In Internet Explorer on your desktop computer , click View , T oolbars , and Customize . Saving device memory Mobile favorites take up storage memory on your device. T o minimize the amount of memory used: ⢠In the settings for the Favorites information type in ActiveSync options, turn off pictures and sounds, or stop some mobile favorites from being downloaded to the device. For more information, see ActiveSync Help. ⢠Limit the number of downloaded linked pages. In Interner Explorer on your desktop computer , right-click the mobile favorite you want to change, then click Properties. In the Download tab, specify 0 or 1 for the number of linked pages you want to download.
6-4 Chapter 6 Using A vantGo Channels AvantGo is a free interactive service that gives you access to personalized content and thousands of popular Web sites. Y ou subscribe to AvantGo channels directly from your device. Then, synchronize your device and desktop computer , or connect to the Internet to download the content. For more information, visit the AvantGo W eb site. T o sign up for A vantGo: 1. In ActiveSync options on your desktop computer , turn on synchronization for the AvantGo information type. 2. In Pocket Internet Explorer on your device, tap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites. 3. T ap the A vantGo Channels link. 4. T ap the Activate button. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen. Y ou will need to synchronize your device with your desktop computer , then tap My Channels button to complete the A vantGo setup. When synchronization is complete, tap the A vantGo Channels link in your list of favorites to see a few of the most popular channels. T o add or remove channels, tap the Add or Remove link.
Pocket Internet Explorer 6-5 Using Pocket Internet Explorer Y ou can use Pocket Internet Explorer to browse mobile favorites and channels that have been downloaded to your device without connecting to the Internet. Y ou can also connect to the Internet through an ISP or a network connection to browse the W eb. T o launch Pocket Internet Explorer , tap , then Internet Explorer . A welcome screen appears with links to some useful W eb sites. T ap any of the W eb site buttons to go to a specific site. The buttons on the command bar allow you to switch between screens, customize screen display , and set Pocket Internet Explorer preferences. T ap here to browse a web site Hide/Show pictures button Favorites button Home button Refresh button Changing V iew settings T o change V iew settings: 1. T ap View to display a pop-up menu. 2. T ap Fit to Screen to see all the screen items at the same time. 3. T ap Address Bar to display the W eb site address bar . 4. T ap and hold T ext Size to display another pop-up menu with a text size selection. Select your desired text size for the screen.
6-6 Chapter 6 Viewing mobile favorites and channels T o view mobile favorites and channels: 1. T ap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites. 2. T ap a Favorites page that you wish to view . Y ou will see the page that was downloaded the last time you synchronized with your desktop computer . If the page is not on yoru device, the favorite is dimmed. Y ou need to synchronize with your desktop computer again to download the page to your device, or connect to the Internet to view the page. T ap the favorite that you wish to view T ap to add or delete a folder or favorite link
Pocket Internet Explorer 6-7 Adding/Deleting mobile favorites and folders T o add a favorite: 1. T ap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites. 2. T ap the Add/Delete button to display the Favorites screen. 3. T ap the Add... button to show the Add Favorite screen. 4. T ype a name for the favorite that you wish to add in the Name field. 5. T ype in the URL address in the Address (URL) field. 6. Select a folder to place the favorite from the Create in: box. 7. T ap Add to return to the Favorites screen, which now shows the favorite that you added. T o delete a favorite: 1. T ap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites. 2. T ap the Add/Delete button to display the Favorites screen. 3. Select the favorite that you wish to delete, then tap Delete . 4. When prompted to permanently delete the favorite, tap Ye s .
6-8 Chapter 6 T o add a folder: 1. T ap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites. 2. T ap the Add/Delete button to display the Favorites screen. 3. T ap the New Folder button. 4. T ype a name for the folder that you wish to create. 5. T ap Add to return to the Favorites screen, which now shows the folder that you added. T o delete a folder: 1. T ap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites. 2. T ap the Add/Delete button to display the Favorites screen. 3. Select the folder that you wish to delete, then tap Delete . 4. When prompted to permanently delete the folder , tap Ye s . Browsing the Internet T o browse the Internet: 1. Set up a connection to your ISP or corporate network using Connections . See Chapter 7 for details. 2. Do one of the following to connect and start browsing: ⢠T ap the Favorites button, then tap the favorite that you wist to view . ⢠T ap View , then Address Bar. Enter the W eb address that you want to visit then tap Go .
Get connected 7-1 Chapter 7 Get connected ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Introduction ........................................................... 7-2 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠T ransfer items using infrared .............................. 7-3 Sending information ................................................................. 7-3 Receiving information .............................................................. 7-3 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Connect to the Internet ........................................ 7-3 Connecting through a modem .................................................. 7-4 Connecting through an Ethernet card ...................................... 7-5 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Connect to work ................................................... 7-6 Connecting through a modem .................................................. 7-6 Connecting through an Ethernet card ...................................... 7-7 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠End a connection .................................................. 7-8 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Connect directly to an e-mail server ................... 7-9 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Get help on connecting ........................................ 7-9
7-2 Chapter 7 Introduction Y ou can use your device to exchange information with other mobile devices as well as your desktop computer , a network, or the Internet. T o get connected: ⢠Use the infrared (IR) port on your device to send and receive files between two devices. If this is the method that you want to use, see the following section âÂÂT ransfer items using infrared. â â¢ Connect to your Internet service provider (ISP). Once connected, you can send and receive e-mail messages using the Inbox and view Web or W AP pages using the Microsoft î Pocket Internet Explorer . The communication software for creating an ISP connection is already installed on your device. Y ou service provider will provide the software needed to install other services, such as paging and fax services. If this is the method that you want to use, see âÂÂConnect to an Internet Service Provider â later in this chapter . ⢠Connect to the network at your company or organization where you work. Once connected, you can send or receive e-mail messages using Inbox, view Web or W AP pages using the Microsoft î Pocket Internet Explorer , and synchronize with your desktop computer . If this is the method that you want to use, see âÂÂConnect to work â later in this chapter . ⢠Connect to your desktop computer to synchronize remotely . Once connected, you can synchronize information such as yoru Pocket Outlook information. If this is the method that you want to use, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer or Connections Help on the device.
Get connected 7-3 T ransfer items using infrared Using infrared (IR), you can send and receive information, such as contacts and appointments, between two devices. Sending information T o send information: 1. Switch to the program where you created the item that you want to send, and locate that item in the list. 2. Align the IR ports so that they are unobstructed and within a close range. 3. T ap and hold the item, then tap Beam Item on the pop-up menu. NOTE Y ou can also send items, but not folders, from File Explorer . T ap and hold the item that you want to send, then tap Beam File on the pop-up menu. Receiving information T o receive information: 1. Align the IR ports so that they are unobstructed and within a close range. 2. Have the owner of the other device send the information to you. Y our device will automatically receive it. Connect to the Internet Y ou can connect to your ISP , and use the connection to send and receive e-mail messages and view W eb or W AP pages. Y ou can connect to the Internet in one of these ways: ⢠Create a modem connection. If this is the method that you want to use, see â T o create a modem connection to an ISP . â â¢ Use an Ethernet card and a net tap to connect to a network. If this is the method that you want to use, see âÂÂT o create an Ethernet connection to an ISP . âÂÂ
7-4 Chapter 7 Connecting through a modem T o create a modem connection to an ISP: 1. Obtain the following information from your ISP: ISP dial-up access telephone number , user name, password, and TCP/IP settings. Some ISPs require information in front of the user name, such as MSN/username . 2. If your device does not have a built-in modem, install a modem card, or use a NULL modem cable and appropriate adapters to connect to an external modem to your device through the serial port. 3. T ap , then tap Settings. In the Connections tab, tap Connections. Under The Internet settings, select Internet Settings and tap Modify . 4. In the Modem tab, tap New . 5. Enter a name for the connection, such as âÂÂISP Connection. â 6. In the Select a Modem list, select your modem type. If your modem type does not appear in the list, try re-inserting the modem card. If you are using an external modem that is connected to your device with a cable, select Hayes Compatible on COM1. 7. Y ou should not need to change any settings in Advanced. Most ISPs now use a dynamically-assigned address. If the ISP you are connecting to does not use a dynamically-assigned address, tap Advanced, then tap the TCP/IP tab and enter the address. When done, tap OK and Next. 8. Enter the access phone number , and tap Next. 9. Select other desired options, and tap Finish. 10. In the Dialing Locations tab, specify your current location and phone type (most phone lines are tone). These settings will apply to all connections you create.
Get connected 7-5 T o start the connection, simply start using one of the following programs. Y our device will automatically begin connecting. Once connected, you can: ⢠Send and receive e-mail messages using Inbox. Before you can use Inbox, you need to provide the information it needs to communicate with the e-mail server . For specific instructions, see âÂÂConnect directly to an e-mail server , â later in this chapter . ⢠V isit W eb and W AP pages using Pocket Internet Explorer . For more information, see Chapter 6. ⢠Send and receive instant messages with MSN Messenger . For more information, see âÂÂMSN Messenger â in Chapter 5. Connecting through an Ethernet card T o create an Ethernet connection to an ISP: 1. Y ou do not need to create a new connection on your device. Instead, you must purchase and configure an Ethernet card that is compatible with your device. 2. Obtain the following information from your ISP: user name, password, and domain name. 3. Insert the Ethernet card into your device. For instructions on inserting and using the Ethernet card, see the owner â s manual for the card. 4. The first time you insert the card, Network Settings will appear automatically so that you can configure the Ethernet card. Most networks use DHCP , so you should not have to change these settings unless your network administrator instructs you to do so. T ap OK. If it does not appear , or to change the settings later , tap , then tap Settings. In the Connections tab, tap Network, tap the adapter that you want to change, then tap Properties. 5. Connect the Ethernet card to the network using a network cable. For information, see your owner â s manual. 6. T ap , Settings, Connections tab, and Connections. From My network card connects to list, select Internet. T o connect, use one of the programs listed in the preceding section. Once connected, you can perform the same activities as listed in the preceding section.
7-6 Chapter 7 Connect to work If you have access to a network at work, you can send e-mail messages, view intranet pages, synchronize your device, and possibly access the Internet. Y ou can connect to work in one of these ways: ⢠Create a modem connection using a RAS account. Before you cna create this modem connection, your network administrator will need to set up a RAS account for you. If this is the method that you want to use, see â T o create a modem connection to a network. â Y our network administrator may also give you VPN settings. ⢠Use an Ethernet card and a net tap to connect to the network. If this is the method that you want to use, see âÂÂT o create an Ethernet connection to the network. â Connecting through a modem T o create a modem connection to a network: 1. Obtain the following information from your network administrator: dial- up access telephone number , user name, password, domain name, and TCP/IP settings. 2. If your device does not have a built-in modem, install a modem card. 3. T ap , then tap Settings. In the Connections tab, tap Connections. Under The Internet settings, select Internet Settings and tap Modify . 4. In the Modem tab, tap New . 5. Enter a name for the connection, such as âÂÂCompany Connection. â 6. In the Select a Modem list, select your modem type. If your modem type does not appear in the list, try re-inserting the modem card. If you are using an external modem that is connected to your device with a cable, select Hayes Compatible on COM1. 7. Y ou should not need to change any settings in Advanced. Most ISPs now use a dynamically-assigned address. If the ISP you are connecting to does not use a dynamically-assigned address, tap Advanced , then tap the TCP/IP tab and enter the address. When done, tap OK and Next . 8. Enter the access phone number , and tap Next .
Get connected 7-7 9. Select other desired options, and tap Finish . 10. In the Dialing Locations tab, specify your current location and phone type (most phone lines are tone). These settings will apply to all connections you create. T o start the connection, simply start using one of the following programs. Y our device will automatically begin connecting. Once connected, you can: ⢠Send and receive e-mail messages using Inbox. Before you can use Inbox, you need to provide the information it needs to communicate with the e-mail server . For specific instructions, see âÂÂConnect directly to an e-mail server , â later in this chapter . ⢠V isit Internet or intranet W eb and W AP pages using Pocket Internet Explorer . ⢠Send and receive instant messages with MSN Messenger . For more information, see âÂÂMSN Messenger â in Chapter 5. ⢠Synchronize. For more information, see ActiveSync Help on the desktop computer . Connecting through an Ethernet card T o create an Ethernet connection to a network: 1. Y ou do not need to create a new connection on your device. Instead, you must purchase and configure an Ethernet card that is compatible with your device. 2. Obtain the following information from your network administrator: user name, password, and domain name. 3. Insert the Ethernet card into your device. For instructions on inserting and using the Ethernet card, see the owner â s manual for the card. 4. The first time you insert the card, Network Settings will appear automatically so that you can configure the Ethernet card. Most networks use DHCP , so you should not have to change these settings unless your network administrator instructs you to do so. T ap OK. If it does not appear , or to change the settings later , tap , then tap Settings . In the Connections tab, tap Network , tap the adapter that you want to change, then tap Properties. 5. Connect the Ethernet card to the network using a network cable. For information, see your owner â s manual.
7-8 Chapter 7 6. T ap , Settings , Connections tab, and Connections . From My network card connects to list, select W ork . 7. If you want to synchronize your device, tap , then ActiveSync. In the T ools menu, tap Options. In the PC tab, select Include PC when synchronizing remotely and connect to, and select your computer â s name. Remote synchronization with a desktop computer will work only if you have set up a partnership with that computer through ActiveSync and have set ActiveSync to allow remote connections. Other restrictions apply . For more information on synchronizing remotely , see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer . T o connect, use one of the programs listed in the preceding section. Once connected, you can perform the same activities as listed in the preceding section. End a connection T o disconnect, do one of the following: ⢠When connected via dial-up or VPN, tap the Connection icon on your navigation bar , then tap End. ⢠When connected via cable or cradle, detach your device from the cable or cradle. ⢠When connected via Infrared, move the device away from the PC. ⢠When connected via a network (Ethernet) card, remove the card from your device.
Get connected 7-9 Connect directly to an e-mail server Y ou can set up a connection to an e-mail server so that you can send and receive e-mail messages using a modem or network connection and Inbox on your device. NOTE The ISP or network must use a POP3 or IMAP4 e-mail server and an SMTP gateway . Y ou can use multiple e-mail services to receive your messages. For each e-mail service you intend to use, first set up and name the e-mail service. If you use the same service to connect to different mailboxes, set up and name each mailbox connection. T o set up an e-mail service: ⢠In Inbox on your device, tap Services, then New Service. Follow the instructions on the New Service wizard. For an explanation of a screen, tap , then tap Help. When done, to connect to your e-mail server , tap Services then tap Connect. For more information on using the Inbox program, see âÂÂInbox: Sending and receiving e-mail messages â in Chapter 4. Get help on connecting See the following locations for more information: â¢â Inbox: Sending and receiving e-mail messages â in Chapter 4. ⢠Online Help on the device. T ap , then tap Help. T ap View , All Installed Help, then tap Inbox or Connections. ⢠ActiveSync Help on the desktop computer . In ActiveSync, click Microsoft ActiveSynch Help on the Help menu. ⢠For troubleshooting information, see the Pocket PC W eb site at: http://www .microsoft.com/mobile/pocketpc
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Notices A-1 Appendix Notices
A-2 Appendix Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ⢠This device may not cause harmful interference, and ⢠This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer â s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However , there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ⢠Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ⢠Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver . ⢠Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ⢠Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. W ARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user âÂÂs authority to operate this equipment.
Notices A-3 UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and 105V rms, and installed or used in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFP A 70). When using the Pocket PC, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following: ⢠Do not use the Pocket P C near water , for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. ⢠Do not use the Pocket PC during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. ⢠Do not use the Pocket P C i n the vicinity of a gas leak. Required for UL 1642 covering primary (nonrechargeable) and secondary (rechargeable) lithium batteries for use as power sources in products. These batteries contain metallic lithium, or a lithium alloy , or a lithium ion, and may consist of a single electrochemical cell or two or more cells connected in series, parallel, or both, that convert chemical energy into electrical energy by an irreversible or reversible chemical reaction. ⢠Do not dispose the Pocket P C battery pack in a fire, as they may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. ⢠Do not use power adapters or batteries from other devices to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. Use only UL certified power adapters or batteries supplied by the manufacturer or authorized retailers. Replaceable batteries If an equipment is provided with a replaceable batterym and if replacement by an incorrect type could result in an explosion (e.g. with some lithium batteries), the following applies: â if the battery is placed in an OPERA T OR ACCESS AREA, there shall be a marking close to the battery or a statement in both the operating and the servicing instructions; â if the battery is placed elsewhere in the equipmen, there shall be a marking close to the battery or a statement in the servicing instructions. The marking or statement shall include the following or similar text: CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BA TTER Y IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BA TTERIES ACCORDING THE INSTRUCTIONS Compliance is checked by inspection. Operator access with a tool If a T OOL is necessary to gain access to an OPERA TOR ACCESS AREA, either all other compartments within that area containing a hazard shall be inaccessible to the OPERA TOR by the use of the same T OOL, or such compartments shall be marked to discourage OPERA TOR access. An acceptable marking for an electric shock hazard is (ISO 3864, No. 5036) Equipment for restricted access locations For equipment intended only for installation in a RESTRICTED ACCESS LOCA TION, the instalation instructions shall contain a statement to this effect.
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ii Copyright é 2002 ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved. No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUST eK COMPUTER INC. (âÂÂASUSâÂÂ). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair , modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing. ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL âÂÂAS ISâ WITHOUT W ARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANT ABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A P ARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECT ORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT , SPECIAL, INCIDENT AL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DA T A, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT . SPECIFICA TIONS AND INFORMA TION CONT AINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMA TIONAL USE ONL Y , AND ARE SUBJECT T O CHANGE A T ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THA T MA Y APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTW ARE DESCRIBED IN IT . Microsoft, Activesync, Outlook, Pocket Outlook, Windows, and the Windows logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or in other countries. Microsoft products are licensed to OEMs by Microsoft Lincensing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation. E1054 First edition July 2002
iii Contents at a glance This user â s manual contains the information you need to efficiently use ASUS MyPal A600 Pocket PC. ⢠Chapter 1 - Get started! This chapter introduces the ASUS MyPal A600 Pocket PC, how to set and power it up, and basic screens that will help you get to know its many features. ⢠Chapter 2 - Learn the basics This chapter will teach you the basic functions in MyPal A600. Y ou will learn how to enter , find, and organize information, customize the device, and use the bundled ASUS utilities. ⢠Chapter 3 - Microsoft î ActiveSync î This chapter tells you how to use the Microsoft ActiveSync to synchronize your device with your desktop computer . ⢠Chapter 4 - Microsoft î Pocket Outlook This chapter details the procedures for the Microsoft Pocket Outlook Calendar , Contacts, T asks, Notes, and Inbox. ⢠Chapter 5 - Companion programs This chapter includes information on Pocket Word, Pocket Excel, MSN Messenger , Windows Media Player for Pocket PC, and Microsoft Reader . ⢠Chapter 6 - Pocket Internet Explorer This chapter gives information and procedures on using Pocket Internet Explorer , Mobile Favorites folder , and A vantGo interactive service. ⢠Chapter 7 - Get connected This chapter provides the procedures for connecting to the Internet and for transferring data using infrared. ⢠Chapter 8 - Appendix This part includes the safety notices and regulations.
iv MyPal A600 specifications MyPal A600 package Y our package includes several accessories for the Pocket PC. After unpacking, check the items against the list below and make sure that they are in good condition. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer or retailer immediately . Deluxe Model Standard Model ⢠ASUS MyPal A600 ⢠ASUS MyPal A600 ⢠ASUS MyPal A600 USB cradle ⢠Stylus (1 pc) ⢠ASUS MyPal A600 AC adapter ⢠ASUS MyPal A600 AC adapter (5V/3A with regional conversion plug) (5V/3A with regional conversion plug) ⢠Stylus (2 pcs) ⢠USB sync cable (40-pin) ⢠Mini-USB sync cable (for the cradle) ⢠Protective case ⢠USB sync cable (40-pin) ⢠Microsoft Companion CD ⢠Protective case ⢠ASUS MyPal A600 User âÂÂs Manual ⢠LCD cleaning cloth ⢠Quick Start Guide ⢠Microsoft Companion CD ⢠W arranty card ⢠Bonus CD (addâÂÂl Pocket PC software) ⢠ASUS MyPal A600 User âÂÂs Manual ⢠Quick Start Guide ⢠W arranty card Processor Software Memory Display Card slots Infrared Audio Size W eight Intel PXA250 400 MHz Microsoft Pocket PC 2002 64MB SDRAM, 32MB Flash ROM 3.5-inch, 240 x 320 pixels 65,536 colors, TFT LCD SD/MMC slot FIR/SIR Stereo headphone jack Built-in microphone Built-in speaker 75 mm x 125 mm x 12.8 mm 138g
Get started! 1-1 Chapter 1 Get started! ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Introducing MyPal ................................................ 1-1 Front features ........................................................................... 1-2 Side features ............................................................................ 1-3 T op features ............................................................................. 1-4 Bottom features ........................................................................ 1-4 Cradle features ........................................................................ 1-5 The stylus ................................................................................. 1-5 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Setting up MyPal ................................................... 1-6 Placing on the cradle ............................................................... 1-6 Connecting the AC adapter ...................................................... 1-6 Charging the battery ................................................................ 1-7 Activating MyPal ...................................................................... 1-7 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Basic screens on MyPal ....................................... 1-8 T oday screen ............................................................................ 1-8 Navigation Bar screen .............................................................. 1-9 Pop-up menus ........................................................................ 1-10 Notifications ........................................................................... 1-10
1-2 Chapter 1 Introducing MyPal The ASUS î MyPal A600 is truly a good companion wherever you go. Powered by a 400MHz Intel î PXA250 processor , equipped with 64MB SDRAM and 32MB Flash ROM, and bundled with the latest Microsoft Pocket PC 2002 plus a host of useful utilities, you have everything you need in your pocket! Front features ⢠LCD touch screen - allows you to enter , read, send, receive, or edit data by tapping on it. The screen lumination is increased or decreased by changing the backlight settings. ⢠ASUS Settings, Calendar , T asks, and Contacts buttons - allow you quick access to commonly used programs. ⢠Navigation button - functions like the four arrow keys on a keyboard when you press its corners. This button allows you to move from one program icon to another . ⢠Speaker - allows you to hear alarms and other sound outputs from the device. LCD touch screen Navigation button T asks button Contacts button ASUS Settings button Calendar button Speaker
Get started! 1-3 Side features ⢠Charging status LED - lights up orange when the battery is charging; lights up green when the battery is fully charged. ⢠System indicator LED - indicates the system status. ⢠Power/Front light button - turns the device power on or of f if you press the button quickly . Pressing and holding the button for a few seconds turns the front light on or off. Turning of f the front light saves battery power . NOTE Press this button and the T asks button simultaneously if you wish to launch the Align Screen function. ⢠Scroll dial - allows you to scroll through a menu and open an application. ⢠Record/Notes button - allows you to record sounds and save them as files if you press and hold the button. Pressing this button quickly will launch the Notes program. ⢠Software reset button - allows you to perform a soft reset in case of device malfunctions, or when an application hangs. Charging status LED System indicator LED Power/Front light button Scroll dial Record/Notes button Software reset button
1-4 Chapter 1 T op features Bottom features DC IN ⢠Stylus - used for tapping or writing on the LCD touch screen. Slide out the stylus from its compartment. Refer to the descirption of the stylus on the next page. ⢠IR port - allows you to copy or send data to another device with an IR port. ⢠SD/MMC slot - accommodates a Secure Digital (SD) card or a Multimedia Memory Card (MMC card). ⢠Microphone - magnifies your sound recording. ⢠Headphone jack - connects a headphone. Stylus IR port SD/MMC slot Microphone Headphone jack Cradle connector / Sync cable connector Power connector ⢠Cradle connector / Sync cable connector - connects to the 40-pin female connector on the cradle. If you are not using the cradle, connect the 40-pin USB sync cable directly to this connector to synchronize your device with your computer . ⢠Power connector - connects the AC adapter cable. Use this connector if you wish to use AC power without the cradle.
Get started! 1-5 Cradle features Y our standard package includes the cradle for MyPal. The cradle has three connectors. ⢠Device connector - holds the device in place. This is a 40-pin connector that matches the connector on the bottom of the device. ⢠Mini-USB connector - synchronizes the device with your PC using the bundled USB PC cable. This connector is located at the back side of the cradle. ⢠Power connector - connects the bundled AC adapter . This connector is located at the back side of the cradle. Device connector Mini-USB connector Power connector The stylus The stylus functions on a Pocket PC the same way a mouse functions on a standard PC. Use the stylus to tap or drag on the LCD touch screen to open programs or execute commands. ⢠T ap. T ouch the screen once with the stylus to open programs and select options. ⢠Drag. Hold the stylus on the screen and drag across the screen to select text and images. Drag in a list to select multiple items. ⢠T ap and hold. T ap and hold the stylus on an item to see a list of actions available for that item. On the displayed pop-up menu, tap the action that you want to perform. Stylus
1-6 Chapter 1 Setting up MyPal Placing on the cradle Connecting the AC adapter ⢠Connect the AC adapter cable to the connector at the back of the cradle. Connect the power plug to a grounded wall socket. See Figure 1. ⢠If you are not using the cradle, connect the AC adapter cable directly to the power connector at the bottom of the device. Connect the power plug to a grounded wall socket. See Figure 2. Position the device on the cradle as shown on the right. Match the connectors and carefully insert the device until it fits in place. The illustration on the left shows MyPal properly installed on the cradle. Figure 1 Figure 2
Get started! 1-7 Charging the battery Y our device includes a rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery . Y ou must charge the battery before using the device the first time. The battery starts charging as soon as you connect the AC adapter to a power source. Use the AC adapter to plug your device to a power source whenever possible, especially when you are using a modem or other peripherals, using the device backlight, connecting to a PC, or letting notification light flash for extended time periods. T o display the power status, tap , Settings , System tab, and the Power icon. Activating MyPal It is important that you properly calibrate and activate your device before using it. This process ensures accurate positioning when entering text and selecting menus. Follow these steps to calibrate and activate MyPal. 1. Press the power button. 2. Use the stylus to tap the LCD touch screen to start the calibration and activation. 3. At the prompt to align the screen, tap the center of the cross whenever the travelling cross stops on the screen. Y ou may have to do this step several times to properly calibrate. 4. When done with the screen calibration, follow the screen instructions to complete the activation. ⢠at the â Stylusâ screen, tap Next to continue. ⢠at the â Pop-up menusâ screens, perform the indicated operations. ⢠at the â Congratulationsâ screen, tap Next to continue. ⢠at the â Locationâ screen, select your time zone and tap Next to continue. ⢠at the â Completionâ screen, tap the screen to continue. 5. When the T oday screen appears, MyPal is ready to use. Proceed to the next section for information on the basic screens on your device.
1-8 Chapter 1 Basic screens on MyPal T oday screen Normally , the T oday screen appears when you turn on your device for the first time each day . NOTE When the device is already on and the screen displays another program, you can display the T oday screen by tapping the icon. Then from the Navigation bar , tap T oday . As shown in the sample below , the T oday screen lets you see at a glance the summary of the important information for the day . From the T oday screen, tap any of the listed items with the stylus to display the details. See âÂÂChapter 2: Learn the basics â to learn how to modify the current tasks or activities, or to add new items or information. On the bottom of the T oday screen is the Command bar . T ap New from the Command bar to create a new appointment, contact, note, task, e-mail, or an Excel or Word document.
Get started! 1-9 Navigation Bar screen On top of the T oday screen is the Navigation bar . This bar includes the icon, speaker icon, current time, and any other active program. T ap the icon on the Navigation bar to display a drop down list of the programs installed in your device. Icon Program Description ActiveSync Synchronize information between your device and your desktop computer . Calendar Keep track of your appointments and create meeting requests. Contacts Keep track of your friends and colleagues. Inbox Send and receive e-mail messages. Internet Explorer Browse Web and W AP sites, and download new programs and files from the Internet. Notes Create handwritten or typed notes, drawings, and recordings. T asks Keep track of your tasks. Programs T ap to see additional programs installed in your device. Settings T ap to see items that you can customize or adjust to your preference. Find T ap to find data in your device. Help T ap to see the Help contents.
1-10 Chapter 1 Pop-up menus With the pop-up menus, you can easily choose an action for an item. For example, you can use the pop-up menu in T asks to delete, copy , or beam a task. The actions in the pop-up menus vary from program to program. T o access a pop-up menu, tap and hold the stylus on the item that you wish to perform action on. When the menu appears, lift the stylus, and tap the action that you want to execute. T o close the pop-up menu without performing an action, tap anywhere outside the menu. Notifications Y our device can remind you of things you have to do in several ways. For example, if you have set up an appointment in Calendar , a task with a due date, or an alarm in Clock, you will be notified in any of the following ways. ⢠A message box appears on the screen ⢠A sound is played (you can select the type of sound) ⢠A light flashes on the device T o choose the reminder types and sounds, tap icon then tap Settings. In the Settings screen, tap Sounds and Notifications . Proceed to Chapter 2 to learn the basics, and to the succeeding chapters to learn the many other things you can do on your device and the things it can do for you!
Learn the basics 2-1 Chapter 2 Learn the basics ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Entering information ............................................ 2-2 Entering text using the Input Panel .......................................... 2-2 W riting on the screen ............................................................... 2-5 Drawing on the screen ............................................................. 2-8 Recording a message .............................................................. 2-9 Using a preset message ........................................................ 2-10 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Finding and organizing information .................. 2-1 1 Using the File Explorer ............................................................ 2-1 1 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Customizing your device ................................... 2-12 Adjusting settings ................................................................... 2-12 Adding or removing programs ................................................ 2-13 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠ASUS utilities ...................................................... 2-16 Using the ASUS Backup ........................................................ 2-16 Backing up data ..................................................................... 2-17 Restoring data ........................................................................ 2-20 Customizing the ASUS Settings ............................................. 2-22
2-2 Chapter 2 Entering information Y ou can enter information in your device. ⢠Use the input panel to enter text using the soft keyboard or the Letter recorgnizer ⢠W rite directly on the screen with the stylus ⢠Draw pictures on the screen ⢠Speak into the device microphone to record a message ⢠Use the Microsoft ActiveSync to synchronize or copy information from your desktop computer to your device Entering text using the Input Panel Use the Input Panel to enter information in any program on your device. you can either type using the soft keyboard or write using the Letter Recognizer , Block Recognizer , or T ranscriber . In either case, the characters appear as typed text on the screen. T o show or hide the input pane, tap the Input Panel button. T ap the arrow next to the Input Panel button to see your options. T o type with the soft keyboard: 1. T ap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then tap Keyboard . NOTE T o demonstrate, open Notes . 2. T ap the keys with the stylus to enter information.
Learn the basics 2-3 When you use the Input Panel and the soft keyboard, your device anticipates the word you are typing and displays it above the Input Panel. When you tap the displayed word, it is inserted into your text at the insertion point. The more your use your device, the more words it learns to anticipate. NOTE T o change options on word completion feature: 1. T ap . 2. T ap Settings. 3. T ap Personal tab. 4. T ap Input. 5. T ap Word Completion tab. 6. Make your desired changes. T o use Letter Recognizer: With the Letter Recognizer , you can write letters on the screen with the stylus as you would on paper . 1. T ap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then tap Letter Recognizer . 2. Write a letter in the box. When you write a letter , it is converted to a typed text that appears on the screen. For instructions and demonstation on using the Letter Recognizer , tap the question mark next to the writing area.
2-4 Chapter 2 T o use Block Recognizer: With the Block Recognizer , you can input character strokes that are similar to those use on other devices. 1. T ap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then tap Block Recognizer . 2. Write a letter in the box. When you write a letter , it is converted to a typed text that appears on the screen. For instructions and demonstation on using the Block Recognizer , tap the question mark next to the writing area. T o use T ranscriber: With T ranscriber , you can use the stylus to write anywhere on the screen as you would on paper . Unlike Letter Recognizer and Block Recognizer , you can write a sentence or additional information. Pause after writing and let T ranscriber convert the written characters to typed characters. 1. T ap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then tap T ranscriber . 2. Write anywhere on the screen. For instructions and demonstation on using T ranscriber , with T ranscriber open, tap the question mark in the lower right corner of the screen. T o edit typed text: 1. Select the text that you wish to edit using either one of the following: ⢠drag the stylus over the text ⢠tap twice to select a word ⢠tap three times to select a paragraph 2. T ap Edit on the Command bar and select an action, or use one of the tools in the Input Panel to enter a new text.
Learn the basics 2-5 W riting on the screen In any program that accepts writing, such as the Notes program, and in the Notes tab in Calendar , Contacts, and T asks, you can use the stylus to write directly on the screen. Write the way you do on paper . Y ou can edit and format what you have written and convert the information to text at a later time. T o write on the screen: 1. Open the Notes program. 2. T ap the Pen button to switch to the writing mode. The screen displays blank space with lines to help you write. 3. Write your text. NOTE Some programs that accept writing may not have the Pen button. See the documentation for that program to find out how to switch to writing mode.
2-6 Chapter 2 T o edit your writing: 1. T ap and hold the stylus next to the text that you wish to select until the insertion point appears. 2. Without lifting, drag the stylus across the text to select it. If you accidentally write on the screen, tap T ools, then Undo and try again. Y ou can also select text by tapping the Pen button to deselect it and then dragging the stylus across the screen. 3. T ap Edit on the Command bar and select an action, or use one of the tools in the Input Panel to enter a new text. T o convert writing to text: ⢠T ap T ools, then Recognize. If you want to convert only certain words, select them before tapping Recognize. If the word is not recognized, it is left as writing.
Learn the basics 2-7 If the conversion is incorrect, you can select different words from a list of alternates or return to the original writing. 1. T ap and hold the incorrect word. 2. When the pop-up menu appears, tap Alternates to display a list of alternate words for the selection. 3. T ap the word that you want to use, or tap the writing at the top of the menu to return to the original writing. T ips for getting good writing recognition ⢠W rite neatly . ⢠W rite on the line and draw descenders below the line. Write the cross of the â tâ and apostrophes below the top line so that they are not confused with the word above. Write periods and commas above the line. ⢠For better recognition, try increasing the zoom level to 300% using the T ools menu. ⢠W rite the letters of a word closely and leave big gaps between words so that the device can easily tell where the words begin and end. ⢠Hyphenated words, foreign words tha use special characters such as accents, and some punctuation cannot be converted. ⢠If you add writing to a word to change it (such as changing a â 3 â to an â 8 â ) after you attempt to recognize the word, the writing you add will not included if you attempt to recognize the writing again.
2-8 Chapter 2 Drawing on the screen Y ou can draw on th screen in the same way that you write on the screen. The difference between writing and drawing on the screen is how you select items and how they can be edited. For example, selected drawings can be resized, while writing cannot. T o create a drawing: 1. Use the stylus to make a stroke three ruled lines high. A dotted box appears. 2. Make your drawing in or touching the drawing box and crossing three ruled lines. If the drawing does not cross three lines, it changes to writing. NOTE T o easily work on or view your drawing, change the zoom level by tapping T ools and selecting your desired zoom. T o edit your drawing: 1. T ap and hold the stylus on the drawing until the selection handle appears. T o select multiple drawings, deselect the Pen button then drag to select the drawings you want. 2. T ap and hold the selected drawing, then tap an editing command on the pop-up menu or tap a command on the Edit menu. 3. Resize the drawing by deselecting the Pen button (if selected) and dragging a selection handle to your desired size.
Learn the basics 2-9 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 Calendar , T asks, and Contacts, you can include a recording in the Notes tab. In the Notes program, you can either create a stand- alone recording or include a recording in a written note. If you want to include the recording in a note, open the note first. In the Inbox program, you can add a recording to an e-mail message. T o create a recording: 1. Hold your device with the microphone near your mouth or other source of sound. 2. Press and hold the Record button on the device until you hear a beep. 3. While holding the Record button, make your recording. 4. T o stop recording, release the Record button. Y ou will hear two beeps. The new recording appears in the Note list or as an embedded icon. NOTE Y ou can also make your recording using the buttons on the Recording toolbar . 5. T o play the recording, tap it from the list, or if embedded in a note, tap the speaker icon.
2-10 Chapter 2 Using a preset message When using Inbox or MSN Messenger , use My T ext to quickly insert preset or frequently used messages into the text entry area. T o insert a message, tap My T ext and tap your desired message. NOTE Y ou can add text after inserting a My T ext message. However , you have to add it before sending the message. T o edit a My T ext message: 1. T ap Edit in the T ools menu. 2. T ap My T ext Messages. 3. Select a message and make your desired changes.
Learn the basics 2-11 Finding and organizing information The Find feature on your device helps you quickly locate information. T o find information: 1. T ap , then tap Find . 2. Enter the text that you want to find, select a data type, then tap Go to start the search. NOTE T o quickly find information that is taking up space on your device, select Larger than 64 KB in T ype. Y ou can also use the File Explorer to find files on your device. Using the File Explorer T o use the File Explorer to find and organize files: 1. T ap , then tap Programs . 2. In the Program screen, tap the File Explorer icon. 3. T ap and hold the item that you wish to move until a pop-up menu appears. 4. T ap an action from the pop-up menu.
2-12 Chapter 2 Customizing your device Y ou can customize your device by adjusting the settings and installing additional software. Adjusting settings Y ou can adjust the device settings to your preference. T o see the available options: 1. T ap , then tap Settings to display the Settings screen. 2. T ap the Personal or System tab on the bottom of the screen. Y ou may want to adjust any one of the following items. ⢠Clock. Change the time or set alarms. ⢠Menus. Customize what appears on the menu, and enable a pop-up menu from the New button. ⢠Owner information. Enter your contact information. ⢠Password. Add security to your device. ⢠Power . Maximize battery life. ⢠T oday . Customize the look and information displayed on the T oday screen. NOTE Refer to the section â ASUS utilitiesâ later in this chapter for details on the bundled ASUS programs.
Learn the basics 2-13 Adding or removing programs Programs added to your device at the factory are stored in ROM (Read- Only Memory). Y ou cannot remove this software, and you will never accidentally lose ROM contents. ROM programs can be updated using installation programs with a *.xip extension. All other programs and data files added to your device after factory installation are stored in RAM (Random Access Memory). Y ou can install any program created for your device, as long as it has enough memory . The most popular place to find software for your device is on the Pocket PC web site (http://www .microsoft.com/mobile/pocketpc). T o add programs using ActiveSync: NOTE Y ou need to install the Microsoft ActiveSync on your desktop computer before you can synchronize and/or add programs to your device. Refer to âÂÂChapter 3: Microsoft ActiveSync â for installation instructions. 1. Determine your device and processor type so that you know which version of the software to install. T ap , then tap Settings. On the System tab, tap About. In the V ersion tab, take note of the information in Processor . 2. Download the program to your desktop computer (or insert the CD that contains the program into your desktop computer). Y ou may see a single *.xip, *.exe, or *.zip file, a Setup.exe file, or several versions of files for different device types and processors. Be sure to select the program designed for the Pocket PC and your device processor type. 3. Read any installation instructions, Read Me files, or documentation tha comes with the program. Many programs provide special installation instructions. 4. Connect your device to your desktop computer .
2-14 Chapter 2 5. Double-click the *.exe file. ⢠If the file is an installer , the installation wizard begins. Follow the directions on the screen. Once the software is installed on your desktop computer , the installer automatically transfers the software to your device. ⢠If the file is not an installer , you will see an error message stating that the program is valid but it is designed for a different type of computer . Y ou need to move this file to your device. If you cannot find any installation instructions for the program in the Read Me file or documentation, use ActiveSync Explore to copy the program file to the Program Files folder on your device. For more information on copying files using ActiveSync, see ActiveSync Help. 6. When the installation is complete, tap , Programs, and the program icon to switch to it. T o add a program directly from the Internet: NOTE Y ou need to be connected to the Internet through an optional modem card or network card before you can add programs directly from the Internet. 1. Determine your device and processor type so that you know which version of the software to install. T ap , then tap Settings. On the System tab, tap About. In the V ersion tab, take note of the information in Processor . 2. Download the program to your device straight from the Internet using the Pocket Internet Explorer . Y ou may see a single *.xip, *.exe, or *.zip file, a Setup.exe file, or several versions of files for different device types and processors. Be sure to select the program designed for the Pocket PC and your device processor type. 3. Read any installation instructions, Read Me files, or documentation tha comes with the program. Many programs provide special installation instructions. 4. T ap the file, such as a *.xip or *.exe file. The installation wizard begins. Follow the directions on the screen.
Learn the basics 2-15 T o add a program to the Start menu: 1. T ap , tap Settings, tap Menus, tap the Start Menu tab, and tap the check box for the program. If you do not see the program on the list, you can either use File Explorer on the device to move the program to the Start Menu folder , or use ActiveSync on the desktop computer to create a shortcut to the program and place the shortcut in the Start Menu folder . 2. If you are using the File Explorer on the device: a. T ap , tap Programs, tap File Explorer , and locate the program (tap the folder list, labeled My Documents by default, then tap My Device to see a list of all the folders on the device). b. T ap and hold the program, then tap Cut on the pop-up menu. Open the Start Menu folder located in the Windows folder , tap and hold a blank area of the window , then tap Paste in the pop-up menu. c. The program now appears on the menu. For more information on using the File Explorer , see the section âÂÂFinding and organizing information â earlier in this chapter . 3. If you are using ActiveSync on the desktop computer: a. Use the Explorer in ActiveSync to explore yoru device files and locate the program. Right-click the program, then click Create Shortcut. b. Move the shortcut to the Start Menu folder in the Windows folder . The shortcut now appears on the menu. For more information, see ActiveSync Help. T o remove a program from the Start menu: 1. T ap , then tap Settings. On the System tab, tap Remove Programs. 2. If the program does not appear in the list of installed programs, use File Explorer on your device to locate the program, tap and hold the program, then tap Delete on the pop-up menu.
2-16 Chapter 2 ASUS utilities Besides the Microsoft program that allow you back up the data, your device also includes a proprietary ASUS utilities. The ASUS utilities allow you to backup or restore data, and adjust settings to customize your device and maximize its use. Using the ASUS Backup T o access the ASUS backup utility: 1. T ap , then tap Programs. NOTE Y ou need to insert an SD (Secure Digital) memory card into the SD slot on top of the device when backing up data. Otherwise, you will receive the message âÂÂNo storage devices are found! â 1. T ap , then tap Settings . 2. T ap the System tab, then tap the Memory icon. 3. On the Memory screen, tap the Running Programs tab. 4. T ap the Stop All button, then tap OK. 2. T ap , then tap . A message appears asking you to stop other programs before running the backup utility . 3. T ap OK and stop running programs. T o stop all running programs:
Learn the basics 2-17 1. Return to the ASUS programs screen and tap the ASUS Backup icon. 2. T ap the Backup tab on the ASUS Backup screen. 3. T ap All Data button to back up all data on your device. Backing up data T o back up all data on your device: 4. In the Backup File screen: ⢠specify the backup file name ⢠specify the folder in which to store the backup file (optional) ⢠specify the location where you would like to place your backup file (i.e. SD card, CF card) 5. T ap OK to start the backup process.
2-18 Chapter 2 6. When the backup process is complete, the screen displays the message âÂÂComplete â and the total size of the backed up files. In case the program fails to back up any items, it will show the items on the screen. 7. T ap OK. T o back up only PIM data on your device: 1. On the ASUS Backup screen, tap PIM Data button to back up only the personal information management (PIM) data on your device. 2. When prompted, select SD Card or CF card (whichever is available). T apping Cancel returns you to the previous screen. 3. T ap the Backup tab. 4. T ype a name for your backup file and the folder where you wish to place it. Y ou may opt not to specify a folder . 5. Check the boxes opposite the items that you wish to back up, or tap Select All to select all listed items.
Learn the basics 2-19 NOTE See the online help on your device for online instructions to back up or restore data. If you checked the box User Defined Folders , tap Define to specify the folders that you wish to include in the backup file, then tap OK. 6. T ap Start to begin the backup process. 7. When the backup process is complete, the screen displays the message âÂÂComplete â and a list of all the backed up items. 8. T ap OK.
2-20 Chapter 2 Restoring data T o restore all data from the memory card: 1. T ap , then tap Programs . NOTE Y ou need to insert the SD memory card that contains your backup file into the SD slot on the device when restoring data. Otherwise, you will receive the message âÂÂNo storage device are found! â 2. On the ASUS Programs screen T ap the ASUS Backup icon. When prompted, stop all running programs. See page 2-16 for instructions. 3. T ap the Restore tab on the ASUS Backup screen. 4. T ap All Data . 5. In the Backup File screen: ⢠select the backup file name (tap the arrow to list down other backup files, if any) ⢠select the folder that contains your backup file (optional) ⢠select the location where you stored your backup file (i.e. SD card, CF card) 6. T ap OK to start the restore process.
Learn the basics 2-21 1. On the ASUS Backup screen, tap PIM Data . 2. When prompted, select SD Card or CF card where you stored your backup file. T apping Cancel returns you to the previous screen. 3. T ap the Restore tab. T o restore PIM data from the memory card: 4. Select the backup file name (tap the arrow to list down other backup files, if any). 5. Check the boxes opposite the items that you wish to restore, or tap Select All to select all listed items. If you checked the box User Defined Folders , tap Define to specify the folders that you wish to restore, then tap OK. 6. T ap Start to begin the restore process. 7. When the restore process is finished, a message appears prompting you to reset the PDA. T ap OK and reset your device.
2-22 Chapter 2 T ap the Mode tab to display the running mode of the CPU. The T urbo Mode allows better CPU performance. In this mode, the CPU speed goes up to 400MHz. Set to this mode when playing games or playing video. However , setting to T urbo mode may reduce the battery life. The Standard Mode allows for up to 200MHz CPU speed. Set to this mode when listening to MP3 audio files or for applications that do not require very fast CPU speed. 1. T ap , then tap Settings . 2. T ap the System tab on the bottom of the Settings screen. 3. T ap the ASUS Settings icon to display the system information screen. This screen is displayed whenever you tap the Info tab. Customizing the ASUS Settings T o access the ASUS settings: T o change the Run Mode:
Learn the basics 2-23 The Power Saving Mode sets the CPU to a fixed speed of 100MHz. Set to this mode when using text based applications such as Word, Excel, etc. This mode has a lower CPU performance but extends the battery life. The Automatic Mode allows for 100MHz, 200MHz, or 400MHz CPU speed depending on the program that you are running. Y ou may also check the Advanced Performance Enhancement box to increase system performance. This option allows data caching so you can retrieve data faster . However , this option may sometimes cause the system to be unstable. T ap the Display tab to adjust the screen brightness. Y ou may set the degree of brightness on battery power and on external power . Using a lower degree of brightness while on battery power substantially reduces battery power consumption. Y ou will only see the Display settings if your device has a customizable backlight. T o change the Display settings:
2-24 Chapter 2 T ap the AGC tab to adjust the settings for the microphone sensitivity and automatic gain control (AGC). The AGC features allows you to adjust the recording and environment noise level. ⢠The MIC Sensitivity controls the sound recording input. Setting the slider toward the â â sign allows for a louder recording, but the environment noise level may be louder also. ⢠The Gain Control controls the sound recording output. T ap the W akeup tab to select the source wakeup buttons. Pressing any one of the checked buttons wakes up the device. The program assigned to a specific button appears when you press that button. T ap , Settings , and Buttons for the button assignments. Y ou may customize the button assignments. T o change the Microphone settings: T o change the W akeup Sources:
Learn the basics 2-25 T ap the Autorun tab to select the source devices to execute the autorun program. Y ou may select SD Card or CF card , or both. T o select Autorun Devices:
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Microsoft î ActiveSync î 3-1 Chapter 3 Microsoft î ActiveSync î ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Introduction ........................................................... 3-2 What is ActiveSync î ? ............................................................... 3-2 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Installing ActiveSync î ......................................................................... 3-3 Installing ActiveSync î on your computer .................................. 3-4 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Synchronizing your device .................................. 3-5 Connecting your device to a computer .................................... 3-5 Setting up a partnership ........................................................... 3-6 Checking synchronized information ......................................... 3-6 Initiating synchronization .......................................................... 3-7 Synchronization options ........................................................... 3-8
3-2 Chapter 3 Introduction What is ActiveSync î ? The Microsoft î ActiveSync î is one of the important bundled programs in MyPal. With ActiveSync, you can synchronize the information on your desktop computer with the information on your device. Synchronization compares the data on your device with your desktop computer and updates both computers with the most recent information. For example: ⢠Keep Pocket Outlook data up-to-date by synchronizing your device with Microsoft Outlook data on your desktop computer . ⢠Synchronize Microsoft W ord and Microsoft Excel files between your device and desktop computer . Y our files are automatically converted to the correct format. NOTE By default, ActiveSync does not automatically synchronize all types of information. Use the ActiveSync options to turn synchronization on or of f for specific information types. With ActiveSync, you can also: ⢠Back up and restore your device data ⢠Copy (rather than synchronize) files between your device and desktop computer ⢠Control when synchronization occurs by selecting a synchronization mode. For example, you can synchronize continually while connected to your desktop computer or only when you choose to synchronize. ⢠Select which information types are synchronized and control how much data is synchronized. For example, you can choose to synchronize your appointments of the past two weeks only , appointments older than two weeks are not synchronized. For more information about using ActiveSync: 1. Start ActiveSync on your desktop computer . 2. From the Activesync menu bar , click Help then on Microsoft ActiveSync Help .
Microsoft î ActiveSync î 3-3 Installing ActiveSync î The ActiveSync program is already installed on your device. T o synchronize information on your device with your computer , you must also install ActiveSync on your computer . Install ActiveSync from the Companion CD that came with your product package. NOTE Before starting the ActiveSync installation, make sure that you have Microsoft î Outlook î installed on your computer . If you do not have Outlook, install the Microsoft î Outlook î 2002 from the Companion CD. Even if you have Outlook 98 or Outlook 2000 installed, you are encouraged to update to Outlook 2002. Installing ActiveSync î on your computer T o install ActiveSync on your computer: 1. T urn on your computer and monitor . NOTE Do not connect your device to your computer until you have finished installing ActiveSync. 2. Insert the Companion CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer . The CD autoruns and displays the initial screen, then the Main Menu from which you can start the installation. 3. Click on Start Here from the Main Menu.
3-4 Chapter 3 4. Read the Overview before installing ActiveSync 3.5 to make sure that you perform the installation sequence correctly . 5. Click Download Connection Wizard and read the overview to see if you require the wizard. Follow the screen instructions to install the wizard on your computer . Return to the Main Menu when done. 6. Click Install ActiveSync 3.5 . 7. At the Install ActiveSync 3.5 screen, click Install . 8. At the File Download window , select Run this program from its current location then click OK. 9. Follow the screen instructions to complete the installation. 10. Restart Windows when prompted, then proceed to the next section to connect your device to your computer and start synchronization. If you have not installed Outlook, install it now . Click Install Outlook 2002 and follow the screen instructions to complete the installation.
Microsoft î ActiveSync î 3-5 Synchronizing your device Connecting your device to a computer T o connect your device to your computer: 1. Place the device on the cradle. 2. Connect the AC adapter to the power connector on the cradle. 3. Connect the mini-USB sync cable to the mini-USB connector on the cradle and the other end to a USB port on your computer . T o connect your device to your computer without the cradle: 1. Connect the USB sync cable with 40-pin connector to the 40-pin sync cable connector at the bottom of the device. 2. Connect the other end of the cable to a USB port on your computer . 40-pin connector
3-6 Chapter 3 Setting up a partnership Immediately after you have completed the installation, the New Partnership wizard will start automatically to help you establish a partnership and customize your synchronization settings. At this point, you can decide exactly which types of information you would like to synchronize with your computer . Y our first synchronization process begins when you finish using the wizard. A partnership is a file that allows you to synchronize your device with your desktop computer . This file is stored on your desktop computer. An additional file that enables your desktop computer to recognize your device is stored on your device. Checking synchronized information After your first synchronization, take a look at Calendar , Contacts, and T asks on your device. Y ou will notice that the calendar information in Microsoft Outlook on your computer was copied to your device, and the information that you have on your device was copied to your computer . NOTE Open Microsoft Outlook on your desktop computer to see the details of copied information from your device.
Microsoft î ActiveSync î 3-7 Initiating synchronization Once you have set up ActiveSync and completed the first synchronization process, you can initiate synchronization from your device at any time. T o manually initiate synchronization: 1. T ap , then tap ActiveSync to display the ActiveSync screen. 2. T o start synchronization, make a connection between your device and your computer , then tap Sync . T o end synchronization, tap Stop . For more information on synchronization: T ap while in the ActiveSync screen, then tap Help .
3-8 Chapter 3 Synchronization options The Microsoft ActiveSync program allows you to customize your synchronization settings at any time. Y ou can select the items to synchronize, set the synchronization schedule, and specify the synchronization rules. T o display the synchronization options: ⢠From the ActiveSync window on your desk top computer , click on the Options icon, or ⢠From the menu bar , click on T ools , then Options . 1. Check the box opposite the item that you wish to synchronize. 2. Highlight a checked item then click on Settings to specify synchronization options for the item. For example, highlight Calendar then click on Settings to display the Calendar Synchronization Settings window . Customize the available settings, then click OK when done. 3. Do the same for the other checked items. NOTE: Y ou cannot set the options for unchecked items. 4. Click OK when done. T o select items to synchronize:
Microsoft î ActiveSync î 3-9 T o set synchronization schedule: 1. Click on the Schedule tab. 2. Select your desired synchronization schedule. 3. Click OK when done. T o specify synchronization rules: 1. Click on the Rules tab. 2. Select your desired settings from the available options. 3. Click OK when done.
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Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-1 Chapter 4 Microsoft î Pocket Outlook ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Introduction ........................................................... 4-2 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Calendar ................................................................ 4-2 Creating appointments ............................................................. 4-3 Using the summary screen ...................................................... 4-4 Creating meeting requests ....................................................... 4-4 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Contacts ................................................................ 4-5 Creating contacts ..................................................................... 4-6 Finding a contact ...................................................................... 4-7 Using the summary screen ...................................................... 4-7 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠T asks ...................................................................... 4-8 Creating tasks .......................................................................... 4-8 Using the summary screen ...................................................... 4-9 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Notes .................................................................... 4-10 Creating notes ......................................................................... 4-1 1 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Inbox .................................................................... 4-12 Synchronizing e-mail messages ............................................ 4-12 Connecting directly to an e-mail server .................................. 4-13 Using the message list ........................................................... 4-14 Composing messages ........................................................... 4-16 Managing e-mail messages and folders ................................ 4-17
4-2 Chapter 4 Introduction Microsoft î Pocket Outlook includes Calendar , Contacts, T asks, Inbox, and Notes. Y ou can use these programs individually or together . For example, e-mail address stored in Contacts can be used to address e-mail messages in Inbox. Using ActiveSync î , you can synchronize information in Microsoft Outlook or Microsoft Exchange on your desktop computer with your device. Y ou can also synchronize this information directly with a Microsoft Exchange server . Each time you synchronize, ActiveSync compares the changes you mode on your device and desktop computer or server and updates both computers with the latest information. For information on using ActiveSync, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer . Y ou can switch to any of the Pocket Outlook programs by tapping . Calendar: Scheduling appointments and meetings Use Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events. Y ou can check your appointments in one of several views (Agenda, Day , Week, Month, and Y ear) and easily switch views using the View menu. NOTE Y ou can customize the Calendar display , such as changing the first day of the week, by tapping Options on the T ools menu.
Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-3 Creating appointments T o create an appointment: 1. If you are in Day or Week view , tap your desired date for the appointment, 2. T ap New . 3. Using the input panel, enter a description and a location. T ap first to select the field. 4. If needed, tap the date and time to change them. 5. Enter other desired information. Y ou will need to hide the input panel to see all available fields. 6. T o add notes, tap the Notes tab. Y ou can enter text, draw , or create a recording. For more information on creating notes, see the â Notes: Capturing thoughts and ideas â later in this chapter . 7. When done, tap OK to return to Calendar . NOTE If you select Remind me in an appointment, your device will remind you according to the options set in , Settings, Personal tab, Sounds and Notifications .
4-4 Chapter 4 Using the summary screen When you tap an appointment in Calendar , a summary screen is displayed. T o change the appointment, tap Edit . Creating meeting requests Y ou can use Calendar to set up meetings with users of Outlook and Pocket Outlook. The meeting request will be created automatically and sent either when you synchronize Inbox or when you connect to your e-mail server . T o create a meeting request: 1. T ap T ools then Options to indicate how you want meeting requests sent 2. If you send and receive e-mail messages through ActiveSync, select ActiveSync . T o schedule a meeting: 1. Create an appointment. 2. In the appointment details, hide the input panel, then tap Attendees. 3. From the list of e-mail addresses you have entered in Contacts, select the meeting attendees. The meeting notice is created automatically and place in the Outbox folder . For more information on sending and receiving meeting requests, see Calendar Help and Inbox Help on the device.
Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-5 Contacts: T racking friends and colleagues Contacts maintains a list of your friends and colleagues so that you can easily find the information you look for , whether you are at home or on the road. Using the infrared port (IR) on the device, you can quickly share Contacts information with other device users. NOTE T o change the way information is displayed in the list, tap T ools then Options .
4-6 Chapter 4 Creating contacts T o create a contact: 1. T ap , then tap Contacts . 2. T ap New to display a blank contact form. 3. Using the input panel, enter a name and other contact information. Y ou will need ot scroll down to see all available fields. 4. T o assign the contact a category , scroll to and tap Categories, then select a category from the list. In the contact list, you can display the contacts by category . 5. T o add notes, tap the Notes tab. Y ou can enter text, draw , or create a recording. For more information on creating notes, see â Notes: Capturing thoughts and ideas â later in this chapter . 6. T ap OK to return to the contact list when done.
Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-7 Finding a contact There are four ways to find a contact. ⢠In the contact list, enter a contact name in the box under the navigation bar . T o show all contacts again, clear text from the box or tap the button to the right of the box. ⢠In the contact list, tap the category list (labeled All Contacts by default) and select the type of contact that you wish to display . T o show all contacts again, select All Contacts. T o view a contact not assigned to a category , select None . ⢠T o view the names fo companies your contacts work for , in the contact list, tap View > By Company . The number of contacts that work for that company will be displayed to the right of the company name. ⢠T ap , Find, enter the contact name, select Contacts for the type, and tap Go. Using the summary screen When you tap a contact in the contact list, a summary screen is displayed. T o change the contact informaton, tap Edit.
4-8 Chapter 4 T asks: Keeping a to do list Use T asks ot keep track of what you have to do. Creating tasks T o create a task: 1. T ap , then tap T asks . 2. T ap New to display a blank task form.
Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-9 3. Using the input panel, enter a description. 4. Y ou can enter a start date and due date or enter other information by tapping the field first. If the input panel is open, you will need to hide it to see all available fields. 5. T o assign the task to a category , tap Categories and select a catagory from the list. In the task list, you can display tasks by category . 6. T o add notes, tap the Notes tab. Y ou can enter text, draw , or create a recording. For more information on creating notes, see â Notes: Capturing thoughts and ideas â later in this chapter . 7. T ap OK to return to the task list when done. NOTE T o quickly create a task with only a subject, tap Entry Bar on the T ools menu. T ap T ap here to add a new task and enter your task information. Using the summary screen When you tap a task in the task list, a summary screen is displayed. T o change the task, tap Edit .
4-10 Chapter 4 Notes: Capturing thoughts and ideas Quickly capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, and phone numbers with Notes. Y ou can create a written note or a recording. Y ou 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. If the note is displayed, it will be created as a stand-alone recording.
Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-11 Creating notes T o create a note: 1. T ap , then tap Notes . 2. T ap New to display a blank note. 3. 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 Chapter 2.
4-12 Chapter 4 Inbox: Sending and receiving e-mail messages Use Inbox to send and receive e-mail messages in one of these ways: ⢠Synchronize e-mail messages with Microsoft Exchange of or Microsoft Outlook on your desktop computer ⢠Send and receive e-mail messages by connecting directly to an e-mail server through an Internet service provider (ISP) or a network Synchronizing e-mail messages E-mail messages can be synchronized as part of the general synchronization process. Y ou will need to enable Inbox synchronization in ActiveSync. For more information on enabling Inbox synchronization, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer . During synchronization: ⢠Messages are copied from the mail folders of Exchange or Oultook on your desktop computer to the ActiveSync folder in Inbox on your device. By default, you will receive messages from the past three days only , the first 100 lines of each message, and file attachments of less than 100KB in size. ⢠E-mail messages in the Outbox folder on your device are transferred to Exchange or Outlook, then send from those programs. ⢠E-mail messages in subfolder must be selected in ActiveSync on your desktop computer in order to be transferred. NOTE Y ou can also synchronize e-mail messages with your desktop computer from a remote location. For more information, see Chapter 7.
Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-13 Connecting directly to an e-mail server In addition to synchronizing e-mail messages with your desktop computer , you can send and receive e-mail messages by connecting to an e-mail server using a modem or network card connected to your device. Y ou need to set up a remote connection to a network or an ISP , and a connection to your e-mail server . For more information, see Chapter 7. When you connect to the e-mail server , new messages are downloaded to the devie Inbox folder , messages in the device Outbox folders are sent, and messages that have been deleted on the e-mail server are removed from the device Inbox folder . Messages that you receive directly from an e-mail server are linked to your e-mail server rather than your desktop computer . When you delete a message on your device, it is also deleted from the e-mail server the next time you connect based on the settings you selected in ActiveSync. Y ou can work online or of fline. When working online, you read and respond to messages while connected to the e-mail server . Messages are sent as soon as you tap Send, which saves space in your device. When working offline, once you have downloaded now message headers or partial messages, you can disconnect from the e-mail server and decide which messages to download completely . The next time you connect, Inbox downloads the complete messages you have marked for retrieval and sends the messages you have composed.
4-14 Chapter 4 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. When you receive a message. tap it to open it. Unread messages are displayed in bold.
Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-15 When you connect to your e-mail server or synchronize with your desktop computer , by default, you will receive messages from the last five days only , the first 100 lines of each new messages, and file attachments of less than 100KB in size. The original messages remain on the e-mail server or your desktop computer . Y ou can mark the messages that you want to retrieve in full during your next synchronization or e-mail server connection. In the message list, tap and hold the message that you want to retrieve. On the pop-up menu, tap Mark for Download . The icons in the Inbox message list give you visual indications of message status. Y ou specify your downloading preferences when you set up the service or select your synchronization options. Y ou can change them at any time. ⢠Change options for Inbox synchronization using ActiveSync options. For more information, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer . ⢠Change options for direct e-mail server connections in Inbox on your device. T ap T ools then Options . On the Service tab, tap the service that you wish to change. T ap and hold the service and select Delete to remove a service.
4-16 Chapter 4 Composing messages T o compose a message: 1. T ap New . 2. In the T o field, enter an e-mail or SMS address of one or more recipients, separating them with a semicolon, or select a name from the Contacts list by tapping the Address Book button. All e-mail addresses entered in the e-mail fields in Contacts appear in the Address Book. 3. Compose your message. T o enter preset or frequently used messages, tap My T ext and select a message. 4. T ap Send when you have finished the message. If you are working of fline, the message is moved to the Outbox folder and will be sent the next time you connect.
Microsoft î Pocket Outlook 4-17 Managing e-mail messages and folders The behavior of the folders you create depends on whether you are using ActiveSync, SMS, POP3, or IMAP4. ⢠If you use ActiveSync, e-mail messages in the Inbox folder in Outlook will automatically be sunchronized with your device. Y ou can select to synchronize additional folders by designating them for ActiveSync. The folders you create and the messages you move will then be mirrored on the server . For example, if you move two messages from the Inbox folder to a folder named Family , and you have designated Family for synchronization, the server creates a copy of the Family folder and copies the messages into that folder . Y ou can then read messages while away from your desktop computer . ⢠If you use SMS, messages are stored in the Inbox folder . ⢠If you use POP3 and you move e-mail messages to a folder you created, the link is broken between the messages on the device and their copies on the mail server . The next time you connect, the mail server will see that the messages are missing from the device Inbox and delete them from the server . This prevents you from having duplicate copies of a message, but it also means that you will no longer have access to messages that you move to folders created from anywhere except the device. ⢠If you use IMAP4, the folders you create and the e-mail messages you move are mirrored on the server . Therefore, messages are available to you anytime you connect to your mail server , whether it is from your device or desktop computer . This synchronization of folders occurs whenever you connect to your mail server , create new folders, or rename/delete folders when connected.
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Companion programs 5-1 Chapter 5 Companion programs ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Pocket W ord .......................................................... 5-2 Creating Pocket W ord documents ........................................... 5-3 Saving Pocket W ord documents .............................................. 5-3 Modes of entering information ................................................. 5-5 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Pocket Excel ......................................................... 5-8 Creating Pocket Excel documents ........................................... 5-9 Saving Pocket Excel documents .............................................. 5-9 Securing your Excel document ............................................... 5-1 1 T ips for working in Pocket Excel ............................................ 5-12 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠MSN Messenger .................................................. 5-13 Setting up ............................................................................... 5-13 W orking with contacts ............................................................ 5-14 Chatting with contacts ............................................................ 5-15 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Windows Media Player for Pocket PC .............. 5-16 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Microsoft Reader ................................................ 5-17 Getting books on your device ................................................ 5-17 Using the Library .................................................................... 5-18 Reading a book ...................................................................... 5-19 Using Reader features ........................................................... 5-20 Removing a book ................................................................... 5-20
5-2 Chapter 5 The companion programs consist of Microsoft î Pocket Word, Microsoft î Pocket Excel, Microsoft î Money , Windows Media ⢠Player for Pocket PC, and Microsft î Reader . T o switch to a companion program on your device, tap Programs on the menu, then tap the program that you wish to open. Pocket W ord Pocket Word works with Microsoft W ord on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your documents. Y ou can create new documents on your device, or you can copy documents from your desktop computer to your device. Synchronize documents between your desktop computer and your device so that you have the most up-to-date content in both locations. Use Pocket Word to create documents, such as letters, meeting minutes, and trip reports. Pocket Word contains a list of the files stored on your device. T ap a file in the list to open. T o delete, make copies of, and send files, tap and hold a file in the list, then select the appropriate action on the pop-up menu. NOTE Y ou can open only one Pocket Word document at a time; when you open a second document, you will be asked to save the first.
Companion programs 5-3 Saving Pocket W ord documents T o save a W ord document: When you have finished editing your document, tap OK . The document is saved using the first line as file name. For example, if your first line in the document has the words For T ranslation , these words appear in your Word documents list. 1. T ap , tap Programs , tap Pocket Word . 2. T ap New to display a blank document. If you selected a template for new documents in the Options dialog box, that template appears with the appropriate text and formatting already provided. Creating Pocket W ord documents T o create a new W ord document:
5-4 Chapter 5 T o specify save options: 1. With the document open, tap T ools . 2. From the pop-up menu, tap Save Document As... to display the Save As screen. 3. Change the file name by simply typing a new one in the Name field. 4. T ap the down arrow in the Folder field to select a folder where you wish to place the file. NOTE If you do not wish to change the document format, but would like to change the file name, folder , and location of your document, simply tap Edit from the command bar , then tap Rename/Move... from the pop-up menu to make your changes. 5. T ap the down arrow in the T ype field to select a file format. Y ou can save the document you create or edit in a variety of formats: ⢠W ord (.doc) ⢠Pocket W ord (.psw) ⢠Rich T ext Format (.rtf) ⢠Plain T ext (.txt) 6. T ap the down arrow in the Location field to indicate the location of your saved file, either in the main memory of your device, or in a storage card (SD or MMC) if available. 7. T ap OK when done.
Companion programs 5-5 Modes of entering information Y ou can enter information in Pocket W ord in one of four modes (typing, writing, drawing, or recording), which are displayed on the View menu. Each mode has its own toolbar that you can show or hide by tapping the Show/Hide T oolbar button on the command bar . If you are opening a Word document created on a desktop computer , select Wrap to W indow on the V iew menu so that you can see the entire document. T o change the zoom magnification: 1. T ap V iew , then tap Zoom . 2. Select your desired percentage. Select a higher percentage to enter text and lower one to see more of your document. T yping Mode Using the input panel, enter typed text into the document. For more information on entering typed text, see Chapter 2. T o format existing text and to edit text, first select the text. Y ou can select text as you do in a Word document, using your stylus instead of the mouse to drag through the text you want to select. Y ou can search a document to find text by tapping Edit and Find/Replace .
5-6 Chapter 5 Writing mode In writing mode, use your stylus to write directly on the screen. Ruled lines are displayed as a guide, and the zoom magnification is greater than in typing mode to allow you to write more easily . For more information on writing and selecting writing, see Chapter 2. NOTE If you cross three ruled lines in a single stylus stroke, the writing becomes a drawing, and can be edited and manipulated as described in the next section. W ritten words are converted to graphics (metafiles) when a Pocket W ord document is converted to a Word document on your desktop computer .
Companion programs 5-7 Drawing mode In drawing mode, use your stylus to draw on the screen. Gridlines appear as a guide. When you lift your stylus of f the screen after ther first stroke, you will see a drawing box indicating the boundaries of the drawing. Every subsequent stroke within or touching the drawing box becomes part of the drawing. For more information on drawing and selecting drawings, see Chapter 2. Recording mode In recording mode, embed a recording into your document. Recordings are saved as .wav files. For more information on recording, see Chapter 2.
5-8 Chapter 5 Pocket Excel Pocket Excel works with Microsoft Excel on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your workbooks. Y ou can create new workbooks on your device, or you can copy workbooks from your desktop computer to your device. Synchronize workbooks between yoru desktop computer and your device so that you have the most up-to-date contents in both locations. Use Pocket Excel to create workbooks, such as expense reports and mileage logs. Pocket Excel contains a list of the files stored on your device. T ap a file in the list to open. T o delete, make copies of, and send files, tap and hold a file in the list, then select the appropriate action on the pop-up menu. Pocket Excel provides fundamental spreadsheet tools, such as formulas, functions, sorting, and filtering. T o display the toolbar , tap View , then tap T oolbar . NOTE Y ou can open only one Pocket Excel document at a time; when you open a second document, you will be asked to save the first.
Companion programs 5-9 Saving Pocket Excel documents T o save an Excel document: When you have finished editing your document, tap OK . By default, your document is saved as Book1 as file name. Y ou can change the file name to one that is more descriptive of your document. See next section for saving options. 1. T ap , tap Programs , tap Pocket Excel . 2. T ap New to display a blank document. If you selected a template for new documents in the Options dialog box, that template appears with the appropriate text and formatting already provided. Creating Pocket Excel documents T o create a new Excel document:
5-10 Chapter 5 T o specify save options: 1. With the document open, tap T ools . 2. From the pop-up menu, tap Save W orkbook As... to display the Save As screen. 3. Change the file name by simply typing a new one in the Name field. 4. T ap the down arrow in the Folder field to select a folder where you wish to place the file. NOTE If you do not wish to save your workbook to a different format, but would like to change the file name, folder , and location of your document, simply tap Edit from the command bar , then tap Rename/Move... from the pop-up menu to make your changes. 5. T ap the down arrow in the T ype field to select a file format. Y ou can save the document you create or edit in a variety of formats: ⢠Pocket Excel (.pxl) ⢠Excel (.xls) 6. T ap the down arrow in the Location field to indicate the location of your saved file, either in the main memory of your device, or in a storage card (SD or MMC) if available. 7. T ap OK when done.
Companion programs 5-11 Securing your Excel document If your workbook contains sensitive or confidental information, you can protect it with a password. T o set a password for your workbook: 1. Open the workbook. 2. T ap Edit from the command bar , then tap Password... to display the password setting screen. 3. T ype a password in the Password field. 4. Re-type the password in the V erify Password field. 5. T ap OK when done. If you have set a password for your workbook, a password screen appears asking you to type your password whenever you try to open the workbook. T ype your password, then tap OK. If you type in a wrong password, a message appears telling you so. NOTE DO NOT forget your password. Y ou can not open your workbook unless you type in the correct password.
5-12 Chapter 5 T ips for working in Pocket Excel T ake note of the following when working in large worksheets in Pocket Excel: ⢠V iew in full-screen mode to see as much of your worksheet as possible. T ap View , then tap Full Screen. T o exit full-screen mode, tap Restore . ⢠Show and hide window elements. T ap View , then tap the elements to show or hide. ⢠Freeze panes on a worksheet. First select the cell where you want to freeze panes. T ap View, then tap Freeze Panes. Y ou might want to freeze the top and leftmost panes in a worksheet to keep row and column labels visible as you scroll through a sheet. ⢠Split panes to view dif ferent areas of a large worksheet. T ap View, then tap Split . Drag the split bar to where you want it. T o remove the split, tap V iew , then tap Remove Split . ⢠Show and hide rows and columns. T o hide a row or column, select a cell in the row or column that you want to hide. T ap Format , then tap Row or Column , and tap Hide . T o show a hidden row or column, tap T ools , then tap Go T o , and type a reference that is in the hidden row or column. T ap Format , then tap Row or Column, and tap Unhide . For more information on using Pocket Excel, tap , then tap Help .
Companion programs 5-13 MSN Messenger MSN Messenger on your device is an instant messaging program that allows you to: ⢠See who is online ⢠Send and receive instant messages ⢠Have instant message conversations with groups of contacts/ T o use MSN Messenger , you must have a Microsoft Passport ⢠account or a Microsoft Exchange e-mail account. Y ou must have a Passport to use the MSN Messenger Service. If you have a Hotmail î or MSN account, you already have a passport. Once you have obtained either a Microsoft Passport or Microsoft Exchange account, you are ready to set up your account. Sign up for a Microsoft Passport account at http://www .passport.com. Get a free Microsoft Hotmail e-mail address at http://www .hotmail.com. T o switch to MSN Messenger , tap , tap Programs, then tap MSN Messenger . Setting up Before you can connect, you must enter your Passport or Exchange account information. T o set up an account and sign in: 1. T ap Options in the T ools menu. 2. In the Accounts tab, enter your Passport or Exchange account information. 3. T o sign in, tap the sign-in screen and enter your e-mail address and password. NOTE If you already use MSN Messenger on your desktop computer , your contacts will show up on your device without being added again.
5-14 Chapter 5 W orking with contacts The MSN Messenger window shows all of your messenger contacts at a glance, divided into Online and Not Online categories. From this view , while connected, you can chat, send an e-mail, block the contact from chatting with you, or delete contacts from your list using the pop-up menu. T o see others online without being seen, tap My Status in the T ools menu and select Appear Offline . If you block a contact, you will appear offline but will remain on the blocked contact âÂÂs list. T o unblock a contact, tap and hold the contact, then tap Unblock on the pop-up menu.
Companion programs 5-15 Chatting with contacts T ap a contact name to open a chat window . Enter yor message in the text entry area at the bottom of the screen, or tap My T ext to enter a preset message, then tap Send. T o invite another contact to a multi-user chat, tap Invite in the T ools menu, then tap the contact that you want to invite. NOTE T o switch back to the main window without closing a chat, tap the Contacts button. T o go back to your chat window , tap Chats and select the person whom you were chatting with. T o know if the contact you are chatting with is responding, look for the message under the text entry area. For more information on using MSN Messenger , tap , then tap Help .
5-16 Chapter 5 Windows Media Player for Pocket PC Use Microsoft î Windows Media Player for Pocket PC to play digital audio and video files that are stored on your device or on a network. T o switch to Windows Media Player for Pocket PC, tap , tap Programs, then tap Windows Media . Use Microsoft Windows Media Player on your desktop computer to copy digital audio and video to your Pocket PC. Y ou can play Windows Media and MP3 files on your Pocket PC. For more information on using Windows Media Player for Pocket PC, tap , then tap Help .
Companion programs 5-17 Microsoft Reader Use Microsoft Reader to read eBooks on your device. Download books to your desktop computer from your favorite eBook web site. Then, use ActiveSync to copy the book files to your activated device. The books appear in the Reader Library . Each book consists of a cover page, an optional table of contents, and the pages of the book. Y ou can: ⢠Page through the book using the Up/Down control on your device, or by tapping the page number on each page. ⢠Annotate the book with highlighting, bookmarks, notes, and drawings. ⢠Search for text and look up definitions for words. The Guidebook contains all the information that you need to use the software. T o open the Guidebook, tap Help on the Reader command bar . Or , on a book page, tap and hold on the book title, then tap Help on the pop-up menu. T o switch to Microsoft Reader , tap , tap Programs, then tap Microsoft Reader . Getting books on your device Y ou can download book files from the W eb. Just visit your favorite eBook retailer and follow the instructions to download the book files. Sample books and a dictionary ar also included in the MSReader folder in the Extras folder on the Pocker PC Companion CD. Use ActiveSync to download the files from your desktop computer to your activated device as described in the Read Me file in the MSReader folder .
5-18 Chapter 5 Using the Library The Library is your Reader home page. It displays a list of all books stored on your device or storage card. T o open the library: 1. On the Reader command bar , tap Library . 2. On a book page, tap the book title, then tap Library on the pop-up menu. T o open a book, tap its title in the Library list.
Companion programs 5-19 Reading a book Each book consists of a cover page, and optional table of contents, and the pages of the book. Navigation options are listed in the bottom portion of the cover page. The first time you open a book, you will probably want to go to the first page or to the table of contents, if there is one. Subsequently , whenever you open a book, you will be automatically taken to the last page read. In addition to the text, each book page includes a page number and the book title. Y ou can also page through a book using the Up/Down control on your device.
5-20 Chapter 5 Using Reader features Reading a book electronically gives you several options not available with paper books. These options are available from any book page. Select text by dragging across the text on the page. T ehn, tap an option on the pop-up menu, as described below . ⢠Search for T ext. Find text in a book by tapping Find on the pop-up menu. Enter the word you want to search for , and tap the desired Find option. Reader highlights found text on the page. T o close Find, tap outside the box. T o return to your original page, tap the title then tap Return on the pop-up menu. ⢠Copy T ext. Y ou can copy text form books that support this feature into any program that accepts text. On a book page, select the text that you want to copy . Then, tap Copy T ext on the pop-up menu. The text can be pasted into the program of your choice. ⢠Bookmarks. When you add a bookmark to a book, a color-coded bookmark icon appears on the right margin. Y ou can add multiple bookmarks to a book. Then, from anywhere in the book, tap the bookmark icon to go to the bookmarked page. ⢠Highlights. When you highlight text, it appears with a colored background. ⢠Notes. When you attach a note to text, you enter the text in a note pad that appears on top of the book page. A Note icon appears on the left margin. T o show or hide the note, tap the icon. ⢠Drawings. When you add a drawing, a Drawing icon appears on the bottom-left corner of the page, and drawing tools appear across the bottom of the page. Draw by dragging your stylus. NOTE T o see a list of a book âÂÂs annotations, including bookmarks, highlights, text notes, and drawings, tap Annotations Index on the book âÂÂs cover page. Y ou can tap an entry in the list to go to the annotated page. Removing a book When you finish reading a book, you can delete it to conserve space on your device. If a copy of the book is stored on your desktop computer , you can download it again at any time. T o remove a book from your device, tap and hold the title in the Library list, then tap Delete on the pop-up menu.
Pocket Internet Explorer 6-1 Chapter 6 Pocket Internet Explorer ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Introduction ........................................................... 6-2 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠The Mobile Favorites folder ................................. 6-2 Favorite links ............................................................................ 6-2 Mobile Favorites ....................................................................... 6-2 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Using A vantGo Channels ..................................... 6-4 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Using Pocket Internet Explorer ........................... 6-5 Changing View settings ........................................................... 6-5 V iewing mobile favorites and channels .................................... 6-6 Adding/Deleting mobile favorites and folders ........................... 6-7 Browsing the Internet ............................................................... 6-8
6-2 Chapter 6 Introduction Use Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer to view Web or W AP pages in any of these ways. ⢠During synchronization with your desktop computer , download your favorite links and mobile favorites that are stored in the Mobile Favorites sub-folder in the Internet Explorer on the desktop computer . ⢠Connect to an Internet service provider (ISP) or network and browse the W eb. T o do this, you need to create the connection first. See Chapter 7 for information on creating a connection. When connected to an ISP or network, you can also download files and programs from the Internet or intranet. T o switch to Pocket Internet Explorer , tap then tap Internet Explorer . The Mobile Favorites folder Only items items stored in the Mobile Favorites sub-folder in the Favorites folder in the Internet Explorer on your desktop computer will be synchronized with your device. This folder was created automatically when you installed ActiveSync. Favorite links During synchronization, the list of favorite links in the Mobile Favorites folder on your desktop computer is synchronized with Pocket Internet Explorer on your device. Both computers are updated with changes made to either list each time you synchronize. Unless you mark the favorite link as a mobile favorite, only the link will be downloaded to your device, and you will need to connect to your ISP or network to view the content. For more information on synchronization, see ActiveSync Help on the desktop computer . Mobile Favorites If you are using Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later on your desktop computer , you can download mobile favorites to your device. Synchronizing mobile favorites downloads Web content to your device so that you can view pages while you are disconnected from your ISP and desktop computer . Use the Internet Explorer plug-in installed with ActiveSync to create mobile favorites quickly .
Pocket Internet Explorer 6-3 T o create a mobile favorite: 1. In Internet Explorer on your desktop computer , click T ools then Create Mobile Favorite . 2. T o change the link name, enter a new name in the Name box. 3. Select your desired update schedule in Update. This is optional. 4. Click OK . Internet Explorer downloads the latest version of the page to your desktop computer . 5. If you want to download the pages that are linked to the mobile favorite you just created, in Internet Explorer on the desktop computer , right- click the mobile favorite, then click Properties. In the Download tab, specify the number of links deep you want to download. T o conserve device memory , go only one level deep. 6. Synchronize your device an desktop computer . Mobile favorites that are stored in the Mobile Favorites in Internet Explorer are downloaded to your device. NOTE If you did not specify an update schedule in step 3, you will need to manually download content to keep the information updated on your desktop computer and device. Before synchronizing with your device, in Internet Explorer on your desktop computer , click T ools then Synchronize . Y ou will see the last time content was downloaded to the desktop computer , and you can manually download content if needed. Y ou can add a button to the Internet Explorer toolbar for creating mobile favorites. In Internet Explorer on your desktop computer , click View , T oolbars , and Customize . Saving device memory Mobile favorites take up storage memory on your device. T o minimize the amount of memory used: ⢠In the settings for the Favorites information type in ActiveSync options, turn off pictures and sounds, or stop some mobile favorites from being downloaded to the device. For more information, see ActiveSync Help. ⢠Limit the number of downloaded linked pages. In Interner Explorer on your desktop computer , right-click the mobile favorite you want to change, then click Properties. In the Download tab, specify 0 or 1 for the number of linked pages you want to download.
6-4 Chapter 6 Using A vantGo Channels AvantGo is a free interactive service that gives you access to personalized content and thousands of popular Web sites. Y ou subscribe to AvantGo channels directly from your device. Then, synchronize your device and desktop computer , or connect to the Internet to download the content. For more information, visit the AvantGo W eb site. T o sign up for A vantGo: 1. In ActiveSync options on your desktop computer , turn on synchronization for the AvantGo information type. 2. In Pocket Internet Explorer on your device, tap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites. 3. T ap the A vantGo Channels link. 4. T ap the Activate button. 5. Follow the instructions on the screen. Y ou will need to synchronize your device with your desktop computer , then tap My Channels button to complete the A vantGo setup. When synchronization is complete, tap the A vantGo Channels link in your list of favorites to see a few of the most popular channels. T o add or remove channels, tap the Add or Remove link.
Pocket Internet Explorer 6-5 Using Pocket Internet Explorer Y ou can use Pocket Internet Explorer to browse mobile favorites and channels that have been downloaded to your device without connecting to the Internet. Y ou can also connect to the Internet through an ISP or a network connection to browse the W eb. T o launch Pocket Internet Explorer , tap , then Internet Explorer . A welcome screen appears with links to some useful W eb sites. T ap any of the W eb site buttons to go to a specific site. The buttons on the command bar allow you to switch between screens, customize screen display , and set Pocket Internet Explorer preferences. T ap here to browse a web site Hide/Show pictures button Favorites button Home button Refresh button Changing V iew settings T o change V iew settings: 1. T ap View to display a pop-up menu. 2. T ap Fit to Screen to see all the screen items at the same time. 3. T ap Address Bar to display the W eb site address bar . 4. T ap and hold T ext Size to display another pop-up menu with a text size selection. Select your desired text size for the screen.
6-6 Chapter 6 Viewing mobile favorites and channels T o view mobile favorites and channels: 1. T ap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites. 2. T ap a Favorites page that you wish to view . Y ou will see the page that was downloaded the last time you synchronized with your desktop computer . If the page is not on yoru device, the favorite is dimmed. Y ou need to synchronize with your desktop computer again to download the page to your device, or connect to the Internet to view the page. T ap the favorite that you wish to view T ap to add or delete a folder or favorite link
Pocket Internet Explorer 6-7 Adding/Deleting mobile favorites and folders T o add a favorite: 1. T ap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites. 2. T ap the Add/Delete button to display the Favorites screen. 3. T ap the Add... button to show the Add Favorite screen. 4. T ype a name for the favorite that you wish to add in the Name field. 5. T ype in the URL address in the Address (URL) field. 6. Select a folder to place the favorite from the Create in: box. 7. T ap Add to return to the Favorites screen, which now shows the favorite that you added. T o delete a favorite: 1. T ap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites. 2. T ap the Add/Delete button to display the Favorites screen. 3. Select the favorite that you wish to delete, then tap Delete . 4. When prompted to permanently delete the favorite, tap Ye s .
6-8 Chapter 6 T o add a folder: 1. T ap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites. 2. T ap the Add/Delete button to display the Favorites screen. 3. T ap the New Folder button. 4. T ype a name for the folder that you wish to create. 5. T ap Add to return to the Favorites screen, which now shows the folder that you added. T o delete a folder: 1. T ap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites. 2. T ap the Add/Delete button to display the Favorites screen. 3. Select the folder that you wish to delete, then tap Delete . 4. When prompted to permanently delete the folder , tap Ye s . Browsing the Internet T o browse the Internet: 1. Set up a connection to your ISP or corporate network using Connections . See Chapter 7 for details. 2. Do one of the following to connect and start browsing: ⢠T ap the Favorites button, then tap the favorite that you wist to view . ⢠T ap View , then Address Bar. Enter the W eb address that you want to visit then tap Go .
Get connected 7-1 Chapter 7 Get connected ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Introduction ........................................................... 7-2 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠T ransfer items using infrared .............................. 7-3 Sending information ................................................................. 7-3 Receiving information .............................................................. 7-3 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Connect to the Internet ........................................ 7-3 Connecting through a modem .................................................. 7-4 Connecting through an Ethernet card ...................................... 7-5 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Connect to work ................................................... 7-6 Connecting through a modem .................................................. 7-6 Connecting through an Ethernet card ...................................... 7-7 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠End a connection .................................................. 7-8 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Connect directly to an e-mail server ................... 7-9 ⦠⦠⦠⦠⦠Get help on connecting ........................................ 7-9
7-2 Chapter 7 Introduction Y ou can use your device to exchange information with other mobile devices as well as your desktop computer , a network, or the Internet. T o get connected: ⢠Use the infrared (IR) port on your device to send and receive files between two devices. If this is the method that you want to use, see the following section âÂÂT ransfer items using infrared. â â¢ Connect to your Internet service provider (ISP). Once connected, you can send and receive e-mail messages using the Inbox and view Web or W AP pages using the Microsoft î Pocket Internet Explorer . The communication software for creating an ISP connection is already installed on your device. Y ou service provider will provide the software needed to install other services, such as paging and fax services. If this is the method that you want to use, see âÂÂConnect to an Internet Service Provider â later in this chapter . ⢠Connect to the network at your company or organization where you work. Once connected, you can send or receive e-mail messages using Inbox, view Web or W AP pages using the Microsoft î Pocket Internet Explorer , and synchronize with your desktop computer . If this is the method that you want to use, see âÂÂConnect to work â later in this chapter . ⢠Connect to your desktop computer to synchronize remotely . Once connected, you can synchronize information such as yoru Pocket Outlook information. If this is the method that you want to use, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer or Connections Help on the device.
Get connected 7-3 T ransfer items using infrared Using infrared (IR), you can send and receive information, such as contacts and appointments, between two devices. Sending information T o send information: 1. Switch to the program where you created the item that you want to send, and locate that item in the list. 2. Align the IR ports so that they are unobstructed and within a close range. 3. T ap and hold the item, then tap Beam Item on the pop-up menu. NOTE Y ou can also send items, but not folders, from File Explorer . T ap and hold the item that you want to send, then tap Beam File on the pop-up menu. Receiving information T o receive information: 1. Align the IR ports so that they are unobstructed and within a close range. 2. Have the owner of the other device send the information to you. Y our device will automatically receive it. Connect to the Internet Y ou can connect to your ISP , and use the connection to send and receive e-mail messages and view W eb or W AP pages. Y ou can connect to the Internet in one of these ways: ⢠Create a modem connection. If this is the method that you want to use, see â T o create a modem connection to an ISP . â â¢ Use an Ethernet card and a net tap to connect to a network. If this is the method that you want to use, see âÂÂT o create an Ethernet connection to an ISP . âÂÂ
7-4 Chapter 7 Connecting through a modem T o create a modem connection to an ISP: 1. Obtain the following information from your ISP: ISP dial-up access telephone number , user name, password, and TCP/IP settings. Some ISPs require information in front of the user name, such as MSN/username . 2. If your device does not have a built-in modem, install a modem card, or use a NULL modem cable and appropriate adapters to connect to an external modem to your device through the serial port. 3. T ap , then tap Settings. In the Connections tab, tap Connections. Under The Internet settings, select Internet Settings and tap Modify . 4. In the Modem tab, tap New . 5. Enter a name for the connection, such as âÂÂISP Connection. â 6. In the Select a Modem list, select your modem type. If your modem type does not appear in the list, try re-inserting the modem card. If you are using an external modem that is connected to your device with a cable, select Hayes Compatible on COM1. 7. Y ou should not need to change any settings in Advanced. Most ISPs now use a dynamically-assigned address. If the ISP you are connecting to does not use a dynamically-assigned address, tap Advanced, then tap the TCP/IP tab and enter the address. When done, tap OK and Next. 8. Enter the access phone number , and tap Next. 9. Select other desired options, and tap Finish. 10. In the Dialing Locations tab, specify your current location and phone type (most phone lines are tone). These settings will apply to all connections you create.
Get connected 7-5 T o start the connection, simply start using one of the following programs. Y our device will automatically begin connecting. Once connected, you can: ⢠Send and receive e-mail messages using Inbox. Before you can use Inbox, you need to provide the information it needs to communicate with the e-mail server . For specific instructions, see âÂÂConnect directly to an e-mail server , â later in this chapter . ⢠V isit W eb and W AP pages using Pocket Internet Explorer . For more information, see Chapter 6. ⢠Send and receive instant messages with MSN Messenger . For more information, see âÂÂMSN Messenger â in Chapter 5. Connecting through an Ethernet card T o create an Ethernet connection to an ISP: 1. Y ou do not need to create a new connection on your device. Instead, you must purchase and configure an Ethernet card that is compatible with your device. 2. Obtain the following information from your ISP: user name, password, and domain name. 3. Insert the Ethernet card into your device. For instructions on inserting and using the Ethernet card, see the owner â s manual for the card. 4. The first time you insert the card, Network Settings will appear automatically so that you can configure the Ethernet card. Most networks use DHCP , so you should not have to change these settings unless your network administrator instructs you to do so. T ap OK. If it does not appear , or to change the settings later , tap , then tap Settings. In the Connections tab, tap Network, tap the adapter that you want to change, then tap Properties. 5. Connect the Ethernet card to the network using a network cable. For information, see your owner â s manual. 6. T ap , Settings, Connections tab, and Connections. From My network card connects to list, select Internet. T o connect, use one of the programs listed in the preceding section. Once connected, you can perform the same activities as listed in the preceding section.
7-6 Chapter 7 Connect to work If you have access to a network at work, you can send e-mail messages, view intranet pages, synchronize your device, and possibly access the Internet. Y ou can connect to work in one of these ways: ⢠Create a modem connection using a RAS account. Before you cna create this modem connection, your network administrator will need to set up a RAS account for you. If this is the method that you want to use, see â T o create a modem connection to a network. â Y our network administrator may also give you VPN settings. ⢠Use an Ethernet card and a net tap to connect to the network. If this is the method that you want to use, see âÂÂT o create an Ethernet connection to the network. â Connecting through a modem T o create a modem connection to a network: 1. Obtain the following information from your network administrator: dial- up access telephone number , user name, password, domain name, and TCP/IP settings. 2. If your device does not have a built-in modem, install a modem card. 3. T ap , then tap Settings. In the Connections tab, tap Connections. Under The Internet settings, select Internet Settings and tap Modify . 4. In the Modem tab, tap New . 5. Enter a name for the connection, such as âÂÂCompany Connection. â 6. In the Select a Modem list, select your modem type. If your modem type does not appear in the list, try re-inserting the modem card. If you are using an external modem that is connected to your device with a cable, select Hayes Compatible on COM1. 7. Y ou should not need to change any settings in Advanced. Most ISPs now use a dynamically-assigned address. If the ISP you are connecting to does not use a dynamically-assigned address, tap Advanced , then tap the TCP/IP tab and enter the address. When done, tap OK and Next . 8. Enter the access phone number , and tap Next .
Get connected 7-7 9. Select other desired options, and tap Finish . 10. In the Dialing Locations tab, specify your current location and phone type (most phone lines are tone). These settings will apply to all connections you create. T o start the connection, simply start using one of the following programs. Y our device will automatically begin connecting. Once connected, you can: ⢠Send and receive e-mail messages using Inbox. Before you can use Inbox, you need to provide the information it needs to communicate with the e-mail server . For specific instructions, see âÂÂConnect directly to an e-mail server , â later in this chapter . ⢠V isit Internet or intranet W eb and W AP pages using Pocket Internet Explorer . ⢠Send and receive instant messages with MSN Messenger . For more information, see âÂÂMSN Messenger â in Chapter 5. ⢠Synchronize. For more information, see ActiveSync Help on the desktop computer . Connecting through an Ethernet card T o create an Ethernet connection to a network: 1. Y ou do not need to create a new connection on your device. Instead, you must purchase and configure an Ethernet card that is compatible with your device. 2. Obtain the following information from your network administrator: user name, password, and domain name. 3. Insert the Ethernet card into your device. For instructions on inserting and using the Ethernet card, see the owner â s manual for the card. 4. The first time you insert the card, Network Settings will appear automatically so that you can configure the Ethernet card. Most networks use DHCP , so you should not have to change these settings unless your network administrator instructs you to do so. T ap OK. If it does not appear , or to change the settings later , tap , then tap Settings . In the Connections tab, tap Network , tap the adapter that you want to change, then tap Properties. 5. Connect the Ethernet card to the network using a network cable. For information, see your owner â s manual.
7-8 Chapter 7 6. T ap , Settings , Connections tab, and Connections . From My network card connects to list, select W ork . 7. If you want to synchronize your device, tap , then ActiveSync. In the T ools menu, tap Options. In the PC tab, select Include PC when synchronizing remotely and connect to, and select your computer â s name. Remote synchronization with a desktop computer will work only if you have set up a partnership with that computer through ActiveSync and have set ActiveSync to allow remote connections. Other restrictions apply . For more information on synchronizing remotely , see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer . T o connect, use one of the programs listed in the preceding section. Once connected, you can perform the same activities as listed in the preceding section. End a connection T o disconnect, do one of the following: ⢠When connected via dial-up or VPN, tap the Connection icon on your navigation bar , then tap End. ⢠When connected via cable or cradle, detach your device from the cable or cradle. ⢠When connected via Infrared, move the device away from the PC. ⢠When connected via a network (Ethernet) card, remove the card from your device.
Get connected 7-9 Connect directly to an e-mail server Y ou can set up a connection to an e-mail server so that you can send and receive e-mail messages using a modem or network connection and Inbox on your device. NOTE The ISP or network must use a POP3 or IMAP4 e-mail server and an SMTP gateway . Y ou can use multiple e-mail services to receive your messages. For each e-mail service you intend to use, first set up and name the e-mail service. If you use the same service to connect to different mailboxes, set up and name each mailbox connection. T o set up an e-mail service: ⢠In Inbox on your device, tap Services, then New Service. Follow the instructions on the New Service wizard. For an explanation of a screen, tap , then tap Help. When done, to connect to your e-mail server , tap Services then tap Connect. For more information on using the Inbox program, see âÂÂInbox: Sending and receiving e-mail messages â in Chapter 4. Get help on connecting See the following locations for more information: â¢â Inbox: Sending and receiving e-mail messages â in Chapter 4. ⢠Online Help on the device. T ap , then tap Help. T ap View , All Installed Help, then tap Inbox or Connections. ⢠ActiveSync Help on the desktop computer . In ActiveSync, click Microsoft ActiveSynch Help on the Help menu. ⢠For troubleshooting information, see the Pocket PC W eb site at: http://www .microsoft.com/mobile/pocketpc
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Notices A-1 Appendix Notices
A-2 Appendix Federal Communications Commission Statement This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: ⢠This device may not cause harmful interference, and ⢠This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer â s instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However , there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: ⢠Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. ⢠Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver . ⢠Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. ⢠Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Canadian Department of Communications Statement This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications. This class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003. W ARNING! The use of shielded cables for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations. Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user âÂÂs authority to operate this equipment.
Notices A-3 UL Safety Notices Required for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to be electrically connected to a telecommunication network that has an operating voltage to ground that does not exceed 200V peak, 300V peak-to-peak, and 105V rms, and installed or used in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFP A 70). When using the Pocket PC, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury to persons, including the following: ⢠Do not use the Pocket P C near water , for example, near a bath tub, wash bowl, kitchen sink or laundry tub, in a wet basement or near a swimming pool. ⢠Do not use the Pocket PC during an electrical storm. There may be a remote risk of electric shock from lightning. ⢠Do not use the Pocket P C i n the vicinity of a gas leak. Required for UL 1642 covering primary (nonrechargeable) and secondary (rechargeable) lithium batteries for use as power sources in products. These batteries contain metallic lithium, or a lithium alloy , or a lithium ion, and may consist of a single electrochemical cell or two or more cells connected in series, parallel, or both, that convert chemical energy into electrical energy by an irreversible or reversible chemical reaction. ⢠Do not dispose the Pocket P C battery pack in a fire, as they may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. ⢠Do not use power adapters or batteries from other devices to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. Use only UL certified power adapters or batteries supplied by the manufacturer or authorized retailers. Replaceable batteries If an equipment is provided with a replaceable batterym and if replacement by an incorrect type could result in an explosion (e.g. with some lithium batteries), the following applies: â if the battery is placed in an OPERA T OR ACCESS AREA, there shall be a marking close to the battery or a statement in both the operating and the servicing instructions; â if the battery is placed elsewhere in the equipmen, there shall be a marking close to the battery or a statement in the servicing instructions. The marking or statement shall include the following or similar text: CAUTION RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BA TTER Y IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BA TTERIES ACCORDING THE INSTRUCTIONS Compliance is checked by inspection. Operator access with a tool If a T OOL is necessary to gain access to an OPERA TOR ACCESS AREA, either all other compartments within that area containing a hazard shall be inaccessible to the OPERA TOR by the use of the same T OOL, or such compartments shall be marked to discourage OPERA TOR access. An acceptable marking for an electric shock hazard is (ISO 3864, No. 5036) Equipment for restricted access locations For equipment intended only for installation in a RESTRICTED ACCESS LOCA TION, the instalation instructions shall contain a statement to this effect.
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