Manual for Acer n50 Handheld
COPYRIGHT Copyright © 2004 Acer Inc. or its subsidiaries All Rights Reserved. Printed in Taiwan. Acer n50 Handheld Manual Original issue: November 2004 Acer and the Acer logo are registered trademarks of Acer Inc. Microsoft, ActiveSync, Outlook, Pocket Outlook, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft products are licensed to OEMs by Microsoft Licensing, Inc.
About this Manual About this Manual Welcome to the Acer n50 Handheld Manual. This Manual is designed to help you get up and running quickly with your new Acer n50—a Windows® Powered Pocket PC 2004 handheld. It describes all you need to know about how to use your handheld as well as the application programs that come with it.
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First things first Your guides First things first We would like to thank you for making Acer n50 your choice for your handheld needs. Your new sleek Acer n50 is a multi-functional tool packed with user-friendly features and high-performance applications designed to make organising workrelated information and synchronising it with your personal activities a time-efficient task. We hope you enjoy using your Acer n50 as much as we enjoyed creating it for you.
First things first Package contents For information on: Refer to: Last-minute updates and detailed technical information The Read Me files. Located in the Microsoft ActiveSync folder on your computer and on the Acer n50 Handheld Companion CD. Up-to-date information regarding your handheld http://www.acer.com/ Service Enquiries http://global.acer.com/support/index.htm Package contents Your Acer n50 comes packed in a cardboard box. Carefully unpack the box and remove the contents.
First things first Maintaining your Acer n50 4 Protect your handheld from temperature extremes. For example, do not leave your handheld on the dashboard of a car on a hot day or on a day when temperatures are below the freezing point. Also, keep it away from heaters and other sources of heat. 5 Do not use or store your handheld in any location that is extremely dusty, damp or wet. Always use the (included) SD dummy card to protect the connectors when not in use.
First things first Locking your Acer n50 2. While holding the Today and Messaging buttons, Using the tip of your stylus, lightly press the reset button inside the hole (b) on the left side of your handheld. NOTE: When you perform a hard reset, formats, preferences, and other settings including date and time are restored to their factory default settings. All data, records, and entries, except for those stored in the ROM storage, will be erased.
First things first Installing Software on Your Acer n50 Installing Software on Your Acer n50 When installing software on your Acer n50, you may receive the message: The program you have installed may not display properly because it was designed for a previous version of Microsoft® Windows MobileTM software. If you receive this message, perform the following steps: 1 Tap ok to continue installing the software. 2 Run the software in portrait mode. See "Changing Display to Portrait Screen Orientations.
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Contents About this Manual iii First things first v Your guides . . . . . . . . . . . . . Package contents . . . . . . . . . . . Maintaining your Acer n50 . . . . . . . Proper care and usage of your Acer n50 Resetting your Acer n50 . . . . . . . Locking your Acer n50 . . . . . . . . . Installing Software on Your Acer n50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
To write on the screen . . . Drawing on the screen . . . . To create a drawing . . . . Recording a message . . . . . To create a recording . . . To play a recording . . . . Using My Text . . . . . . . . To insert a My Text message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Microsoft® Reader for Pocket PC . . Using the Guidebook . . . . . Getting books on your Acer n50 Using the Library . . . . . . . Opening a book . . . . . . . Reading a book . . . . . . . Using Reader features. . . . . Removing a book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
11 Customising your handheld 81 Adjusting handheld settings . . Adding and removing programs Adding programs . . . . . Removing programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Energy Star Guidelines Compliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FCC notice . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 Getting started System requirements 1 Getting started This chapter will discuss the following topics: • • • • • Basic requirements Feature highlights of your Acer n50 Acer n50 system tour Step-by-step procedures on how to prepare your handheld for use Basic concepts in using your handheld System requirements In order to install the Microsoft® ActiveSync® software and use your new Acer n50 with a computer at work or at home, be sure the system(s) meet the following minimum system and program requirement
1 Getting started Features summary Audio • • • • Embedded AC '97 CODEC with CD-quality stereo output Built-in industry standard 2.5 mm stereo earphone jack , 4 ring type Built-in mono primary speaker Built-in mono auxiliary speaker Proprietary 26-pin I/O connector • • • • USB Host (female) USB Client(male) Serial DC power in Connectivity • SIR (Serial Infrared) capability • Bluetooth® 1.2(optional) • IEEE 802.11b WLAN (optional) Expansion • SD/MMC slot (SDIO compatible) and CF slot • USB Host1.
1 Getting started Features summary – 5-way directional pad for one-hand operation – Quick buttons for easy launch of commonly-used applications – Start button for one-tap access to all available applications 3
1 Getting started Acer n50 tour Acer n50 tour Front view No. 1 Component Power / Bluetooth® / 802.11b WLAN LED indicator Description Power LED indicator. - status description: • Flashing green - Charging • Steady green - Charging complete • Flashing red - Alarm indicator, email receiving Bluetooth / 802.11b WLAN LED indicator. - status description: • Flashing blue - Bluetooth / 802.11b WLAN is on 4 2 Microphone Inputs audio into your handheld. 3 Quick button for Today Displays the Today screen.
1 Getting started Acer n50 tour No. Component Description 6 Quick button for Contacts Activates the Contacts program. For more information on this program, refer to page 37. 7 Quick button for Messaging Activates the Messaging program. For more information on this program, refer to page 42. NOTE: If your handheld is turned off, pressing any Quick button turns on the handheld and opens the program assigned to that button. Left view No.
1 Getting started Acer n50 tour Top view No. 6 Label Description 1 IR port Uses infrared techbology to transmit and receive data from other IR-enabled devices. 2 Stylus holder Secures the stylus to your handheld. To use the stylus, remove from its holder and hold it as you would hold a pen or pencil. 3 SD/CF slot Accepts a Secure Digital or MultiMedia Card, allowing you to add more memory, install add-on applications or use audio or text files stored on it with internal applications.
1 Getting started Preparing to use your Acer n50 Bottom view No. Label Description 1 Proprietary 26-pin I/O connector Connects your handheld to a portable or desktop computer and DC power supply to an AC wall outlet to charge the battery. - USB Host - USB Client - Serial - DC power in 2 Battery release latch Unlatches the battery to remove the battery pack. 3 Battery bay Houses the computer’s battery pack.
1 Getting started Preparing to use your Acer n50 Installing the Microsoft® ActiveSync® software The main function of the Microsoft® ActiveSync® software is to synchronise the information on your computer with the information on your handheld. Synchronisation compares the data on your handheld with your computer and updates the information on both locations. This will then served as a backup data in case something happens to your handheld.
1 Getting started Preparing to use your Acer n50 Connecting the computer The sync cable that comes with your handheld enables you to synchronise the information on your handheld with the data in your computer using ActiveSync technology. NOTE: If you are using the 3-in-one sync cable (an optional accessory), please do not plug the USB host into the USB client. To connect the computer Connecting the Sync cable 1 Plug the sync cable into the 26-pin I/O connector on the bottom of your handheld.
1 Getting started Preparing to use your Acer n50 2 Plug the AC adapter into any AC current outlet. 3 Plug the USB client connector into an available USB port on your computer. Charging your Acer n50 For initial use, you need to charge your handheld for three hours. After that, you can charge it for a few minutes each day to recharge the battery to full capacity. Normally, you can use your handheld for 8 straight hours of operation (backlight inactive) before you need to recharge the battery.
1 Getting started Preparing to use your Acer n50 NOTE: To take the battery pack out, first slide the battery release switch to the unlocked position, then pull the battery pack out of the bay. Connecting the Sync cable 1 Plug the sync cable into the 26-pin I/O connector on the bottom of your handheld. 2 Plug the AC adapter into any AC current outlet and charge the device for at least 4 hours. Connecting the Cradle 1 Connect the AC adapter cord to the power socket at the back of the cradle.
1 Getting started Preparing to use your Acer n50 If the battery level becomes low in the course of normal use, a status icon appears on the handheld screen indicating low or very low battery status. Perform an ActiveSync operation to back up your data; then recharge the battery. If your handheld shuts down (i.e., battery is competely drained out) you have about 72 hours (3 days) to recharge the battery before you lose all data on your handheld’s internal memory.
1 Getting started Preparing to use your Acer n50 Performing the first synchronisation process After completing the setup procedures you can now perform the first ActiveSync operation with the help of the 'New Partnership' setup wizard. This wizard will help you: • Set up a partnership so you can synchronise information between your handheld and your computer • Customise your synchronisation settings To perform the first synchronisation process 1 Connect the sync cable to your handheld.
1 Getting started Preparing to use your Acer n50 2 Plug the USB client connector into a USB port on your computer. The 'New Partnership' setup wizard will automatically start on your computer screen. NOTE: If the wizard does not automatically appear, launch ActiveSync on your computer by clicking on its icon from Start>Programs. 3 Follow the onscreen instructions. The first synchronisation process will automatically begin when you finish using the wizard.
1 Getting started Command interface Command interface Handheld buttons and the stylus Your handheld has hardware buttons that control actions and scroll functions, and a stylus for selecting items and entering information. On your handheld, the stylus replaces the mouse. • Tap. Touch the screen once with the stylus to open items 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. • Tap and hold.
1 Getting started Command interface Start menu From the Start menu, you can select programs, settings and Help topics. To display the Start menu, from the top of any screen tap . Command bar At the bottom of the screen is the command bar. You can use its menus and buttons to perform tasks in programs. Depending upon which program you are using, the buttons may vary from those depicted below. • To create a new item in the current program, tap New.
1 Getting started Command interface • To see the name of a button, tap and hold the stylus on the button. Drag the stylus off the button so that the command is not carried out. Pop-up menus You can use pop-up menus to quickly select an action for an item.
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2 Entering data in your Acer n50 Using the input panel 2 Entering data in your Acer n50 You can enter data into your handheld in several ways: • Use the input panel to enter typed text, either by using the soft keyboard or other input method. • Write directly on the screen. • Draw pictures on the screen. • Speak into your handheld’s microphone to record a message. • Use Microsoft® ActiveSync® to synchronise or copy information from your computer to your handheld.
2 Entering data in your Acer n50 Using the input panel inserted into your text at the insertion point. The more you use your handheld, the more words it learns to anticipate. To change word suggestion options • To set word suggestion options such as the number of words suggested at one time, tap , Settings, Personal tab, Input, and then the Word Completion tab. To type with the soft keyboard 1 Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then Keyboard.
2 Entering data in your Acer n50 Writing on the screen To use Block Recognizer With Block Recognizer you can input character strokes using the stylus that are similar to those used on other devices. 1 2 Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then Block Recognizer. Write a letter in the box. When you write a letter, it is converted to typed text that appears on the screen.
2 Entering data in your Acer n50 Writing on the screen To write on the screen • Tap the Pen button to switch to writing mode. This action displays lines on the screen to help you write. 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. To select and edit written text If you want to edit or format written text, you must select it first.
2 Entering data in your Acer n50 Writing on the screen To convert writing to text • Tap Tools and then Recognize. If you want to convert only certain words, select them before tapping Recognize on the Tools menu (or tap and hold the selected words and then tap Recognize on the pop-up menu). If a word is not recognized, it is left as writing. If the conversion is incorrect, you can select different words from a list of alternates or return to the original writing.
2 Entering data in your Acer n50 Drawing on the screen . Tips for getting good recognition • Write neatly. • Write on the lines. Write the cross of the "t" 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 Tools menu. • Write the letters of a word closely and leave big gaps between words so that your handheld can easily tell where words begin and end.
2 Entering data in your Acer n50 Drawing on the screen 2 Subsequent strokes in or touching the drawing box become part of the drawing. Drawings that do not cross three ruled lines will be treated as writing. TIP: You may want to change the zoom level so that you can more easily work on or view your drawing. Tap Tools and then select a zoom level. To select a drawing If you want to edit or format a drawing, you must select it first.
2 Entering data in your Acer n50 Recording a message Recording a message In any program where you can write or draw on the screen, you can also quickly capture thoughts, reminders, and phone numbers by recording a message. • In Calendar, Tasks, and Contacts, you can include a recording in the Notes tab. • In Notes, 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.
2 Entering data in your Acer n50 Using My Text Using My Text When using Inbox or MSN Messenger, use My Text to quickly insert preset or frequently used messages into the text entry area. To insert a My Text message 1 Tap My Text on the screen’s command bar. 2 Tap a message. NOTE: You can add text after inserting a My Text message before sending it. To edit a My Text message 1 In the Tools menu, tap Edit and then tap My Text Messages. 2 Select the message you wish to edit and make desired changes.
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3 Managing applications and information Opening an application 3 Managing applications and information This chapter will discuss the following topics: • Opening and switching between applications in your handheld • Using File Explorer to manage files • Using the Find function to look for a specific file Opening an application You can open applications by doing either of the following: • Tap , Programs, and then the program name.
3 Managing applications and information Switching between applications Icon 30 Program Usage ActiveSync Synchronise information between your handheld and computer. Calendar Keep track of your appointments and create meeting requests. Contacts Keep track of your friends and colleagues. Messaging Send and receive email messages. Pocket Internet Explorer Browse Web and WAP sites, and download new programs and files from the Internet.
3 Managing applications and information Finding and organising information Finding and organising information Using the Find function and the File Explorer window will allow you to find and manage your files easily. To use Find The Find function on your handheld helps you quickly locate information. 1 On the menu, tap Find. 2 Enter the text you want to find, then select a data type. TIP: To quickly find information that is taking up storage space on your handheld, select Larger than 64 KB in Type.
3 Managing applications and information Finding and organising information To use File Explorer Use File Explorer to locate files on your handheld and to organise these files into folders. • On the 32 menu, tap Programs, and then File Explorer.
4 Managing Microsoft® Po cket Outlook applications Calendar 4 Managing Microsoft ® Pocket Outlook applications This chapter will discuss the basic applications included in the Microsoft® Pocket Outlook program installed in your handheld.
4 Managing Microsoft® Pocket Outlook applications Calendar To open Calendar • Press the Calendar Quick button on the front panel of your handheld. Calendar will open to today’s schedule. NOTE: You can customise the Calendar display, such as changing the first day of the week, by tapping Options on the Tools menu.
4 Managing Microsoft® Po cket Outlook applications Calendar Scheduling an appointment You can use Calendar to create or review appointments. To create an appointment 1 If you are in Day or Week view, tap the desired date and time for the appointment. 2 Tap New. 3 Using the input panel, enter a description and a location. Tap first to select the field. 4 If needed, tap the date and time to change them. 5 Enter other desired information.
4 Managing Microsoft® Pocket Outlook applications Calendar Creating a meeting request You can use Calendar to set up meetings with users of Outlook or Pocket Outlook. The meeting request will be created automatically and sent either when you synchronise Inbox or when you connect to your email server. Indicate how you want meeting requests sent by tapping Tools and then Options. If you send and receive email messages through ActiveSync, select ActiveSync. To schedule a meeting 1 Create an appointment.
4 Managing Microsoft® Po cket Outlook applications Contacts Contacts Contacts maintains a list of your friends’ and colleagues’ contact information. Using your handheld’s infrared (IR) port or Bluetooth®, you can quickly share some or all of this information with other device users. To open Contacts • Press the Contacts Quick button on the front panel of your handheld. Contacts will open to the Contacts list. NOTE: To change the way information is displayed in the list, tap Tools and then Options.
4 Managing Microsoft® Pocket Outlook applications Contacts 5 After entering the desired information, tap OK to return to the Contact list. 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. To 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 want displayed.
4 Managing Microsoft® Po cket Outlook applications Tasks Tasks Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do and prioritise them based on their importance and urgency. To open Tasks • Tap then, Tasks. Tasks will open to the Tasks list. NOTE: To change the way information is displayed in the list, tap Tools and then Options. Creating a task 1 Tap New. 2 Using the input panel, enter a description. 3 You can enter a start date and due date or enter other information by first tapping the field.
4 Managing Microsoft® Pocket Outlook applications Tasks 6 After entering the desired information, tap OK to return to the task list. TIP: To quickly create a task with only a subject, tap Entry Bar on the Tools menu. Then, tap Tap 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. To change the task, tap Edit. .
4 Managing Microsoft® Po cket Outlook applications Notes Notes Quickly capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, drawings, and phone numbers with Notes. You can create a written note or a recording. You can also include a recording in a note. If a note is open when you create the recording, it will be included in the note as an icon. If the note list is displayed, it will be created as a stand-alone recording. To open Notes • Tap then, Notes. Notes will open to the Notes list. Creating a note 1 Tap New.
4 Managing Microsoft® Pocket Outlook applications Messaging Messaging Use Messaging to send and receive e-mail messages by doing either of the following: • Synchronise e-mail messages with Microsoft Exchange or Microsoft Outlook on your computer. • Send and receive e-mail messages by connecting directly to an e-mail server through an Internet service provider (ISP) or a network. Opening the Messaging • Press the Messaging Quick button on the front panel of your handheld.
4 Managing Microsoft® Po cket Outlook applications Messaging You can work online or offline. When working online, you read and respond to messages while connected to the email server. Messages are sent as soon as you tap Send, which saves space on your handheld. When working offline, once you've downloaded new message headers or partial messages, you can disconnect from the email server and then decide which messages to download completely.
4 Managing Microsoft® Pocket Outlook applications Messaging Managing email messages and folders By default, messages are displayed in one of five folders for each service you have created: Inbox, Deleted Items, Drafts, Outbox, and Sent Items. • The behavior of the Deleted and Sent Items folders depends on the options you have chosen. To set these options, in the message list: a Tap Tools and then Options. b On the Message tab, select your options.
5 Managing Microsoft® Pocket PC 2003 companion programs Pocket Word 5 Managing Microsoft ® Pocket PC 2003 companion programs Perform your usual computing tasks on-the-road using the Microsoft® Pocket PC 2003 companion programs which includes: • Pocket Word • Pocket Excel • MSN® Messenger • Microsoft® Windows Media™ Player for Pocket PC • Microsoft® Reader for Pocket PC NOTE: Microsoft® Reader is available only for the English and European Acer n50 models.
5 Managing Microsoft® Pocket PC 2003 companion programs Pocket Word • Plain Text (.txt) NOTE: When you choose to create a new document, you will be prompted to save any already open document. To use the Pocket Word file list Pocket Word contains a list of the files stored on your handheld. • Tap a file in the list to open it. • To 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.
5 Managing Microsoft® Pocket PC 2003 companion programs Pocket Word TIP: You can change the zoom magnification by tapping View and then Zoom. Then select the percentage you want. Select a higher percentage to enter text and a lower one to see more of your document. Typing mode • Using the input panel, enter typed text into the document. For more information on entering typed text, see "Using the input panel" on page 19. • To format existing text and to edit text, first select the text.
5 Managing Microsoft® Pocket PC 2003 companion programs Pocket Word 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 following section. NOTE: Written words are converted to graphics (metafiles) when a Pocket Word document is converted to a Word document on your computer. Drawing mode In drawing mode, use your stylus to draw on the screen. Gridlines appear as a guide.
5 Managing Microsoft® Pocket PC 2003 companion programs Pocket Excel For more information on using Pocket Word, tap tap Help from the menu. > Programs > Pocket Word then, Pocket Excel Pocket Excel works with Microsoft Excel on your computer to give you easy access to copies of your workbooks. You can: • Create new workbooks on your handheld, such as expense reports and mileage logs, or you can copy workbooks from your computer to your handheld.
5 Managing Microsoft® Pocket PC 2003 companion programs Pocket Excel • Tap View and then Toolbar. Protecting your workbooks If your workbook contains sensitive information, you can protect it with a password. • Open the workbook, tap Edit, and then Password. Every time you open the workbook, you will need to enter the password, so choose one that is easy for you to remember but hard for others to guess.
5 Managing Microsoft® Pocket PC 2003 companion programs MSN® Messenger a Select a cell in the row or column you want to hide. b Tap Format, then Row or Column, and then Hide. – To show a hidden row or column: a Tap Tools, then Go To, and then type a reference that is in the hidden row or column. b Then tap Format, then Row or Column, and then Unhide. For more information on using Pocket Excel, tap tap Help from the menu.
5 Managing Microsoft® Pocket PC 2003 companion programs MSN® Messenger send a email, block the contact from chatting with you, or delete contacts from your list using the pop-up menu. • To see others online without being seen, in the Tools menu, tap My Status and select Appear Offline. • If you block a contact, you will appear offline but will remain on the blocked contact's list. • To unblock a contact, tap and hold the contact, then tap Unblock on the popup menu.
5 Managing Microsoft® Pocket PC 2003 companion programs Microsoft® Windows Media™ Player for Pocket PC 3 Tap Send. Tips when chatting with contacts • To invite another contact to a multi-user chat, in the Tools menu, tap Invite and tap the contact you want to invite. • To switch back to the main window without closing a chat, tap the Contacts button. • To revert back to your chat window, tap Chats and select the person whom you were chatting with.
5 Managing Microsoft® Pocket PC 2003 companion programs Microsoft® Reader for Pocket PC Microsoft® Reader for Pocket PC Use Microsoft® Reader for Pocket PC to read eBooks on your handheld. You can also download books from your favorite eBook Web site to your computer. Then, use ActiveSync to copy the book files to your handheld. The books appear in the Reader Library, where you can tap them in the list to open them. NOTE: Microsoft® Reader is available only for the English and European Acer n50 models.
5 Managing Microsoft® Pocket PC 2003 companion programs Microsoft® Reader for Pocket PC Tap to scroll through the Library list. Tap to select a sort order. Tap to specify the books you want to display in the list. Tap to open a book. Tap here to navigate to other parts of the Reader. Reading a book Each book consists of a cover page, an optional table of contents, and the pages of the book. You can: • Annotate the book with highlighting, bookmarks, notes, and drawings.
5 Managing Microsoft® Pocket PC 2003 companion programs Microsoft® Reader for Pocket PC . Tap to select a navigation option. Drag to select text and then tap an option. Tap arrows to turn the page, or tap and hold page # to bring up page riffle. 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.
5 Managing Microsoft® Pocket PC 2003 companion programs Microsoft® Reader for Pocket PC Book annotations To see a list of a book's annotations, including bookmarks, highlights, text notes, and drawings: 1 Tap Annotations Index on the book's cover page. 2 Tap an entry in the list to go to the annotated page. To use bookmarks • When you add a bookmark to a book, a color-coded bookmark icon appears in the right margin. From anywhere in the book, tap the bookmark icon to go to the bookmarked page.
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6 Backup and restore data 6 Backup and restore data Backup/Restore enables you to back up data files and applications from your handheld to a storage device and to restore data to your handheld. Advanced security features offer password protection of sensitive documents/applications during Backup and/or Restore operations.
6 Backup and restore data Backup function To perform data backup 1 Close all running programs except for Backup/Restore. 2 In the Backup tab, choose whether to accept the default filename (MyBackup) or type a new one by tapping on the keyboard icon on the bottom of the screen. 3 Select a storage device from the 'Backup to' pull-down menu. 4 Define the backup scope (default: PIM only) from ‘Option' pull-down menu. ROM storage is a valid backup destination only if PIM Only is defined as backup scope.
6 Backup and restore data AutoBackup function With AutoBackup, you can set your handheld to perform an automatic data backup when battery power is lower than 30%. For configuring in AutoBackup screen, please refer to the instructions described in "Backup function". For When AutoBackup is activated and the specified storage device is not attached to your handheld when 30% of battery level is reached, then no backup procedure will be performed.
6 Backup and restore data 2 Select a source storage device from the 'Restore from' pulldown menu. The lower half of the screen will display a list of files contained in the selected storage device. Filename, file size and date when the backup file was created are indicated in the list. 3 Tap a filename to select the file you wish to restore, and please note that non-.abk files are not shown. Select file, then tap "start" button.
6 Backup and restore data 4 Tap Delete to remove the file.
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7 Using expansion features Using an SD/CF card 7 Using expansion features The slim and lightweight design of your Acer n50 belies its impressive expansion features .
7 Using expansion features Using an USB thumb drive 3 Push the card into the slot using your finger until you feel the card lock and hear an audible system sound. This indicates that the card is properly seated within the slot. 1 Hold your handheld securely. 2 Release the card from the slot by using your thumb to push against the top of the card, as if you were pushing it further into the slot (a). An audible system sound and a click will signal that the card has been released.
7 Using expansion features Using an USB thumb drive Inserting an USB thumb drive - Connecting the Sync cable 1 Plug the sync cable into the 26-pin I/O connector on the bottom of your handheld. 2 Plug the AC adapter into any AC current outlet. 3 Plug the USB client connector into an available USB port on your computer. 4 Insert the USB thumb drive into USB host port of sync cable. Removing an USB thumb drive - Connecting the Sync cable 1 Remove the USB thumb drive from USB host port of sync cable.
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8 Exchanging and updating data using ActiveSync®. Using ActiveSync®. 8 Exchanging and updating data using ActiveSync®. Using ActiveSync®, you can synchronise information in Microsoft Outlook or Microsoft Exchange on your computer with your handheld. You can also synchronise this information directly with a Microsoft Exchange server. Each time you synchronise, ActiveSync compares the changes you made on your handheld and computer or server and updates both locations with the latest information.
8 Exchanging and updati ng data using ActiveSync®. Using ActiveSync®. For information about using ActiveSync on your computer, start ActiveSync on your computer, and then see ActiveSync Help.
9 Getting connected Transferring items using infrared or Bluetooth®(optional) 9 Getting connected You can use your handheld to exchange information with other mobile devices as well as your computer, a network, or the Internet. You have the following connection options: • Use the infrared (IR) or Bluetooth® on your handheld to send and receive data from another infrared-enabled or Bluetooth-enabled device. • Connect to your Internet service provider (ISP).
9 Getting connected Connecting to the Internet To receive information via infrared 1 Align the IR port of your handheld with that of the sending IR-enabled device so that they are unobstructed and within a close range. 2 Have the owner of the sending device transmit the information to you. Your handheld will automatically receive it. To send information via Bluetooth® 1 Switch to the program where you created the item you want to send and locate the item in the list.
9 Getting connected Connecting to the Internet 2 • ISP server telephone number • User name and password • TCP/IP settings Insert a SD/CF Modem card (purchased seperately) into your handheld’s SD/CF slot. NOTE: For instructions on inserting and using a SD/CF Modem card, see the documentation that came with the card. 3 Tap and then Settings. In the Connections tab, tap Connections. Under My ISP, select Add a new modem connection. 4 Enter a name for the connection, such as "My Connection.
9 Getting connected Connecting to the Internet To connect using your new Bluetooth connection, tap the Connections icon in the notification area and then click the link showing the dialing string you entered for the Bluetooth connection. Your handheld will attempt to connect to your cellular phone . Confirm that you are wanting to connect with the cellular phone, and momentarily you will see the icon in the notification tray upon successful connection.
9 Getting connected Connecting to a network Connecting to a network If you have access to a network at work, you can send email messages, view Intranet pages, synchronise your handheld, and access the Internet. You can connect to a network in one of three ways: • Create a modem connection by using an RAS account. • Use an wireless Ethernet card and a net tap to connect to the network. If this is the method you want to use, see "To create an wireless Ethernet connection to a network" on page 75.
9 Getting connected Connecting to a network • For troubleshooting information, see the Pocket PC Web site at (http://www.microsoft.com/mobile/pocketpc/).
10 Using Microsoft® Pocket Internet Explorer Mobile Favorites folder 10 Using Microsoft ® Pocket Internet Explorer Use Microsoft® Pocket Internet Explorer to view Web or WAP pages in either of these ways: • During synchronisation with your computer, download your favorite links and mobile favorites that are stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder of Internet Explorer on your computer. • Connect to an Internet service provider (ISP) or network and browse the Web.
10 Using Microsoft® Pocket Internet Explorer Using Pocket Internet Explorer To create a mobile favorite 1 In Internet Explorer on your computer, click Tools and then Create Mobile Favorite. 2 To change the link name, enter a new name in the Name box. 3 Optionally, in Update, select a desired update schedule. NOTE: If you did not specify an update schedule, you will need to manually download content to keep the information updated on both your computer and handheld.
10 Using Microsoft® Pocket Internet Explorer Using Pocket Internet Explorer To view mobile favorites and channels 1 Tap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites. 2 Tap the page you want to view. You'll see the page that was downloaded the last time you synchronised with your computer. If the page is not on your handheld, the favorite will be dimmed. You will need to synchronise with your computer again to download the page to your handheld, or connect to the Internet to view the page.
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11 Customising your handheld Adjusting handheld settings 11 Customising your handheld You can customise your handheld based on your personal requirements and preferences as well as depending on your usual work modes. Customise your handheld by doing either of the following: • Adjust the handheld settings • Add or remove programs Adjusting handheld settings You can adjust the settings of your handheld to suit the way you work. To access Settings • Tap , then Settings.
11 Customising your handheld Adding and removing programs To add programs using ActiveSync You'll need to install the appropriate software for your handheld on your computer before installing it on your handheld. 1 2 Determine your handheld and processor type so that you know which version of the software to install. a Tap b On the System tab, tap About. and then Settings. c In the Version tab, make a note of the information in Processor.
11 Customising your handheld Adding and removing programs NOTE: Read any installation instructions, Read Me files, or documentation that comes with the program. Many programs provide special installation instructions. 3 Tap the file, such as a *.xip or *.exe file. The installation wizard will begin. 4 Follow the directions on the screen. To add a program to the Start menu • Tap , Settings, Menus, the Start Menu tab, and then the check box for the program.
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Appendix A: Exchanging and updating data using Bluetooth® Utility (optional) Bluetooth® Utility Appendix A: Exchanging and updating data using Bluetooth® Utility (optional) This chapter provides overview description for using services provided by Bluetooth Utility which includes Bluetooth Setting and Bluetooth Manager. Bluetooth® Utility Bluetooth utility is the solution for the seamless integration of Bluetooth technology into devices that use the PocketPC operating system.
Appendix A: Exchanging and updating data usi ng Bluetooth® Utility (optional) Bluetooth® Settings Apply Power To The Bluetooth® Hardware The first screen Bluetooth Settings has ON/OFF buttons to apply/remove power to the hardware.
Appendix A: Exchanging and updating data using Bluetooth® Utility (optional) Bluetooth® Browser • Two tabs: – My Shortcuts-displays a list of pre-configured connections and establishes connections – Active Connections-displays active incoming and outgoing connections. • Three menus: – New Connect!-create a new connection – Tools Paired devices-pair/un-pair with other devices Business Card Exchange-opens the Business Card Exchange. – View-controls the on-screen display (icons or list).
Appendix A: Exchanging and updating data usi ng Bluetooth® Utility (optional) Remote Device Services Dial-up Networking: Connect To A Remote Computer Dial-up Networking allows you to connect to a remote computer via a phone line. Once connected, you can browse the Internet, check your email, etc. The remote Bluetooth device that will provide the Dial-up Networking service must have access to a telephone system (either a hard-wired or cellular connection).
Appendix A: Exchanging and updating data using Bluetooth® Utility (optional) Remote Device Services Dial via Bluetooth lets you select a contact from the Pocket Outlook Contact list and have your paired cell phone dial the contact's phone number. If a contact has more than one phone number, you can select the number to be dialed. Phone numbers can also be modified before they are dialed.
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Appendix B: Regulati o n & s a f e t y n o t i c e s Energy Star Guidelines Compliance Appendix B: Regulation & safety notices This appendix lists the general notices of your computer. Energy Star Guidelines Compliance As an Energy Star Partner, Acer Inc. has determined that this product meets the Energy Star guidelines for energy efficiency. FCC notice This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Appendix B: Regulation & safety notices Notice: Peripheral devices Notice: Peripheral devices Only peripherals (input/output devices, terminals, printers, etc.) certified to comply with the Class B limits may be attached to this equipment. Operation with noncertified peripherals is likely to result in interference to radio and TV reception.
Appendix B: Regulati o n & s a f e t y n o t i c e s Important safety instructions Important safety instructions Read these instructions carefully. Save them for future reference. 1 Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product. 2 Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning. 3 Do not use this product near water. 4 Do not place this product on an unstable cart, stand, or table.
Appendix B: Regulation & safety notices LCD pixel statement the product specification list. Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion. 13 Warning! Batteries may explode if not handled properly. Do not disassemble or dispose of them in fire. Keep them away from children and dispose of used batteries promptly. 14 To avoid hazard of unexpected electrical shock, use AC adapter only when the wall AC socket is ensured to be properly grounded.
Appendix B: Regulati o n & s a f e t y n o t i c e s European Union (EU) European Union (EU) This device complies with the essential requirements of the European Council Directives listed below: 73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive • EN 60950 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive • EN 55022 • EN 55024 • EN 61000-3-2/-3 99/5/EC Radio & Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive • Art.3.1a) EN 60950 • Art.3.1b) EN 301 489 -1/-17 • Art.3.
Appendix B: Regulation & safety notices Exposure of humans to RF fields (RSS-102) 2. this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. b Operation in 2.4 GHz band To prevent radio interference to the licensed service, this device is intended to be operated indoors and installed outdoors is subject to licensing.
Appendix C: Wireless communication Appendix C: Wireless communication Applicable only to the Acer Handheld device, this feature uses a built-in IEEE 802.11b WLAN adapter to connect to an existing IEEE 802.11b wireless network. This feature provides you with an Internet experience that is completely mobile to meet your fast paced lifestyle, and with a high-speed transmission rate of up to 11 Mbps you're sure to be always wired to the information highway.
Appendix C: Wireless communication Tray Icon Tray Icon Icon Wireless LAN Card Status Excellent signal strength. (RSSI > -57dBm ) Good signal strength. (RSSI : -70~-57 dBm) Bad signal strength. (RSSI < -70dBm ) Disconnect. No operation.
Appendix C: Wireless communication Activating the wireless feature Activating the wireless feature 1 Tap the SWLUCE icon to activate the utility in the lower right corner of the Today screen. 2 Tap the option Turn WLAN On. The system automatically scans for all the available wireless networks. 3 From the list of detected wireless networks, select a wireless network to which you wish to connect your device. 4 Select either The Internet or Work for the network to connect your device. 5 Tap Connect.
Appendix C: Wireless communication Configuring the wireless settings Configuring the wireless settings To view and modify the IP address and server-related settings: 100 1 Tap , Settings. 2 Tap the Connections tab, then the Networks Adapter icon. 3 Select your desired changes to the available adapter from the list, then tap the OK.
Appendix C: Wireless communication Main configuration of utility Main configuration of utility Status Tab Display current connection information in one sight (default screen). • Link Status : displays the current link status. • SSID : displays the connected SSID. • Encryption Status : displays the encryption mode when successfully connected. • Access Point : displays the BSSID of AP when successfully connected. • IP Address : displays the IP setting.
Appendix C: Wireless communication Main configuration of utility When use click a 'More' button (DHCP IP case) More : Detailed information about signal strength and network information Before clicking 'IP Renew' button After clicking 'IP Renew' button • IP Address (Internet Protocol address) : This is a numeric address that the domain name server translates into a domain name. Each node on the IP network has a unique IP address.
Appendix C: Wireless communication Main configuration of utility When use click a 'More' button (Static IP case) SiteSurvey Tab Search the available networks and shows the network information. (Network Mode, WEP Information, SSID, Signal, Channel) • SSID (Service Set Identifier) This is a unique case-sensitive name of up to 32 characters shared among all devices sharing a common wireless network. The name value is set in Scan page with the default value being 'ANY'.
Appendix C: Wireless communication Main configuration of utility • Channel Indicates which channel is set to be used by the network. Advanced Tab When user click a 'default' button Advanced wireless setting Roaming Trigger : Select Roaming trigger condition. No Signal : The station starts to search for another AP only when it is disconnected from the currently associated AP.
Appendix C: Wireless communication Main configuration of utility Poor Signal : The station starts to search for better AP when signal strength of currently associated AP is lower than -70dBm °P Default : restores the menus to the initial values. Power Save Mode : Power Save mode decreases power consumption. Enabling Power Save Mode trades off performance for battery life.
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Index A ActiveSync® 69, 85, 91, 97 add program 81 B Index backlight 5, 9 Backup A opening 59 ActiveSync® 69, 85, 91, 97 Restore function add61 program 81 Block Recognizer 21 C B backlight 5, 9 Calendar 33 Backup command interface 15opening 59 device buttons 15 Restore function 61 pop-up menus Block 17 Recognizer 21 Today screen 15, 16 C 71 connectivity features Calendar connect to Internet 72 33 command connect to network 75 interface 15 device buttons 15 help 75 pop-up menus 17 infrared 71 Today scr
Calendar 33 create meeting request 36 open 34 schedule appointment 35 summary screen 35 Contact 37 create contact 37 find contact 38 open 37 summary screen 38 Inbox connect to email server 42 manage folders 44 Message list 43 open 42 synchronise email 42 Notes 41 create note 41 open 41 Tasks 39 create task 39 open 39 summary screen 40 Microsoft Pocket PC 2002 companion programs Microsoft Reader Reader features 56 book annotations 57 copy text 56 search text 56 remove book 57 use Guidebook 54 using Library 5
