MyPal A620 User’s Manual
E1250 First edition V1 June 2003 Copyright © 2003 ASUSTeK 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 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).
Contents at a glance This user’s manual contains the information you need to efficiently use ASUS® MyPal A620 Pocket PC. • Chapter 1 - Get started!.............................................................. 1-1 This chapter introduces the ASUS MyPal A620 Pocket PC, how to set and power it up, and basic screens that will familiarize you with its many features. • Chapter 2 - Learn the basics .....................................................
MyPal A620 specifications Processor Intel PXA255 400 MHz Software Microsoft Pocket PC 2003 Memory 64MB SDRAM (58.6 MB user accessible) 32MB Flash ROM Display 3.5-inch, 240x320 pixels 65,536 colors, Transflective TFT LCD Card slots CompactFlash (CF) Type II slot Infrared FIR/SIR Audio Stereo headphone jack Built-in microphone Built-in speaker Size 125 mm x 76.8 mm x 13.3 mm (L x W x H) 4.92 in. x 3.02 in. x 0.52 in.
Chapter 1 Get started! ♦ Introducing MyPal ................................................ 1-2 Front features ........................................................................... 1-2 Side features ............................................................................ 1-3 Top features ............................................................................. 1-4 Bottom features ........................................................................ 1-4 Back features ......................
Introducing MyPal The ASUS® MyPal A620 is truly a good companion wherever you go.
• • • 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, Tasks, and Contacts buttons - allow you quick access to commonly used programs. Navigation button - functions like the four arrow keys and the Enter key on a keyboard.
Top features Headphone jack • • • CF card slot Stylus Headphone jack - connects a headphone. CF card slot - accommodates a CompactFlash (CF) card. See list of supported CF cards on page iv. Stylus - used for tapping or writing on the LCD touch screen. Slide out the stylus from its compartment. Refer to the description of the stylus on the next page.
Back features CF card slot cover Reset switch • • Reset switch - allows you to perform a soft reset in case of device malfunctions, or when an application hangs. Press the tip of the stylus on the switch to reset the system. CF card slot cover - protects the slot connector and the CF card. 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. • • • Tap.
The cradle The cradle has three connectors. • • • Device connector - holds the device in place. This is a 26-pin connector that matches the connector on the bottom of the device. USB connector - synchronizes the device with your PC. NOTE: The USB cable/connector is not detachable from the back of the cradle. Power connector - connects the bundled AC adapter. This connector is located at the back side of the cradle.
Setting up MyPal Placing on the cradle Position the device on the cradle as shown. Match the connectors and carefully insert the device until it fits in place. 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.
Installing and removing a CF card The CF card slot on your device supports several types of CF card. Refer to the list of supported cards under “Optional Accessories” on page iv of this manual. Install a CF card for additional storage, or if you wish to use the ASUS backup features. To install a CF card: 1. Locate the card side with the 50-pin female connector and insert into the slot.
To remove a CF card: 1. Remove the CF card slot cover by pushing on the dent on the surface, and sliding the cover outward. Dent on the cover surface 1 2. Slide out the CF card. 2 3. Replace the cover back into the slot.
Charging the battery Your device includes a rechargeable Lithium Ion battery. You 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.
Basic screens on MyPal Today screen Normally, the Today 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 Today screen by tapping the icon. Then from the Navigation bar, tap Today. As shown in the sample below, the Today screen lets you see at a glance the summary of the important information for the day.
Start menu From the Start menu, you can select programs, settings, and Help topics. To display the Start menu, tap the icon from the top of the screen. Tap to open a recently used program Tap to open a program Tap to open the Programs menu Tap to open the Settings menu Tap to display the Help topics Icon 1-12 Program Description ActiveSync Synchronize information between your device and your desktop computer. Calendar Keep track of your appointments and create meeting requests.
Command bar At the bottom of the screen is the Command bar. You can use the menus and buttons on the Command bar to perform tasks in programs. NOTE The menus and buttons vary depending on the programs you are using. Tap to select menu commands Tap to select button commands Tap to display the input panel 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 Tasks to delete, copy, or beam a task.
The pop-up menus are also available in most other programs in your device. The pop-up menu items vary depending on the program or application. For example, the File Explorer pop-up menu includes more items than in Tasks.
Chapter 2 Learn the basics ♦ Entering information ............................................ 2-2 Entering text using the Input Panel .......................................... 2-2 Writing on the screen ............................................................... 2-5 Drawing on the screen ............................................................. 2-8 Recording a message .............................................................. 2-9 Using a preset message ........................................
Entering information You can enter information in your device in any of the following ways.
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. Tap here if this is the word you wish to use NOTE To change options on word completion feature: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. . Tap Tap Settings. Tap Personal tab. Tap Input. Tap Word Completion tab.
To use Block Recognizer: With the Block Recognizer, you can input character strokes that are similar to those use on other devices. 1. Tap 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.
Writing on the screen In any program that accepts writing, such as the Notes program, and in the Notes tab in Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks, you can use the stylus to write directly on the screen. Write the way you do on paper. You can edit and format what you have written and convert the information to text at a later time. To write on the screen: 1. Open the Notes program. 2. Tap the Pen button to switch to the writing mode. The screen displays blank space with lines to help you write. 3.
To edit your writing: 1. Tap 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 Tools, then Undo and try again. You can also select text by tapping the Pen button to deselect it and then dragging the stylus across the screen. 3. Tap Edit on the Command bar and select an action, or use one of the tools in the Input Panel to enter a new text.
If the conversion is incorrect, you can select different words from a list of alternates or return to the original writing. 1. Tap 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. Tap the word that you want to use, or tap the writing at the top of the menu to return to the original writing.
Drawing on the screen You can draw on the 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. To 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.
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 the Notes program, you can either create a standalone 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.
To change the recording format: 1. In the note list, tap Tools then Options. 2. Tap the Global Input Options link. 3. Tap the Options tab. Mobile Voice is a 2.4KB audio codec. It is the recommended format because it provides good voice recording and less storage space. Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) provides slightly better sound quality but takes up 50 times more storage space tham Mobile Voice recordings.
Finding and organizing information The Find and Help features on your device helps you quickly locate information. To find information: 1. Tap , then tap Find. 2. Enter the text that you want to find, select a data type, then tap Go to start the search. To quickly find information that is taking up space on your device, select Larger than 64 KB in Type. Type a word to find Tap to search for the word Topics found containing the searched word To use the Help feature: 1. Tap , then tap Help. 2.
Using the File Explorer To use the File Explorer to find and organize files: 1. Tap , then tap Programs. 2. In the Program screen, tap the File Explorer icon to display the files in your device.
Customizing your device You can customize your device by adjusting the settings and installing additional software. Adjusting settings You can adjust the device settings to your preference. To see the available options: 1. Tap , then tap Settings to display the Settings screen. 2. Tap the Personal or System tab on the bottom of the screen. You may want to adjust any one of the following items. • Clock. Change the time or set alarms. • Menus.
To change the date and time settings: 1. Tap Settings, then the System. 2. Tap the Clock icon. 3. Make your desired settings. Tap to select a time zone Highlight a Time item then tap up or down arrow to set Tap this down arrow to display the Calendar To change the alarm settings: 1. Tap Settings, then the System. 2. Tap the Clock icon, then the Alarm tab. 3. Make your desired settings.
Selecting sounds and notifications Your 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 To choose the reminder types and sounds: 1. Tap icon then tap Settings. 2.
Adding or removing programs Programs added to your device at the factory are stored in ROM (ReadOnly Memory). You 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). You can install any program created for your device, as long as it has enough memory.
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. You need to move this file to your device.
To add a program to the Start menu: 1. Tap , 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.
ASUS utilities Besides the Microsoft program that allows you to back up data, your device also includes proprietary ASUS utilities. The ASUS utilities allow you to backup or restore data, and adjust settings to customize your device and maximize its use. ASUS SmartKeeper The ASUS SmartKeeper is an automatic backup feature that prompts you to backup the current system status in a CF memory card whenever the remaining battery power reaches a certain level.
4. In the Automatic screen, check the Automatic system backup box to enable automatic backup. This box is checked by default. When SmartKeeper is set to Automatic, make sure that a CF memory card (64MB free space recommended) is present in the CF card slot. 5. Tap OK. NOTE To verify if the CF memory card is usable for system backup, perform a Manual backup first. See the section “To use manual backup” on page 2-22.
To back up the current system status: 1. Make sure that a CF memory card is present in the slot. If you tap Yes without the CF memory card, an error message appears. 2. Tap the Yes button on the screen message window to start the backup process. SmartKeeper saves your current system status to the file ASUSBKUP.SAV in the CF memory card. Tap No if you do not wish to back up the system status at this time. 3. A confirmation message appears when the backup process is complete.
When the device is OFF If a low battery status occurs while the device is in standby or OFF, SmartKeeper wakes up the system to backup the system status. To perform the backup process: 1. SmartKeeper checks if a CF memory card is ready in the slot. 2. If found, SmartKeeper backs up the current system status to ASUSBKUP.SAV file in the CF memory card. When the backup process is complete, the system automatically goes back to sleep (OFF).
The system detected a battery power low status and tried to back up the system status at 2003/04/08, 10:21:27 AM. Backup failed! System error. If automatic backup failed because a system error occurred. To use manual backup: 1. Tap , then tap Settings. 2. Tap the System tab on the bottom of the Settings screen. 3. Tap the SmartKeeper icon, then the Manual tab. 4. Tap the Back up system button to back up the current system status to ASUSBKUP.SAV file in the CF memory card. 5.
SmartKeeper error messages When backing up or restoring the system status, you may receive any one of the following error messages. The messages tell you the reason why the error occurred.
ASUS Backup The ASUS Backup utility lets you back up your system files and/or data contained in the main system memory. Unlike the ASUS SmartKeeper automatic backup feature that backs up the entire system status (system and data) into one backup file, this utility allows you to manually create separate backup files for your system files and data files. You may even categorize the data files and place into different folders. To access the ASUS backup utility: 1. Tap NOTE , then tap Programs.
NOTE See the online help on your device for online instructions to back up or restore data. To back up all data on your device: 1. Return to the ASUS programs screen and tap the ASUS Backup icon. 2. Tap the Backup tab on the ASUS Backup screen. 3. Tap All Data button to back up all data on your device. NOTE Make sure that a CF card is installed in the slot before you continue with the backup process. 4.
6. The screen shows the status of the backup process. When done, a message appears indicating that the backup is complete, and shows 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. Tap OK. To 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. Select CF card in the Storage Devices screen.
4. Type a name for your backup file and the folder where you wish to place it. You 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. 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. Tap Start to begin the backup process. 7.
To restore all data from the CF memory card: 1. Tap NOTE , then tap Programs. You need to insert the CF memory card that contains your backup file into the CF slot on the device when restoring data. Otherwise, you will receive the message “No storage device are found!” 2. On the ASUS Programs screen Tap the ASUS Backup icon. When prompted, stop all running programs. See page 2-24 for instructions. 3. Tap the Restore tab on the ASUS Backup screen. 4. Tap All Data. 5.
To restore PIM data from the CF memory card: 1. On the ASUS Backup screen, tap PIM Data. 2. When prompted, select CF card where you stored your backup file. Tapping Cancel returns you to the previous screen. 3. Tap the Restore tab. 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.
ASUS Settings To access the ASUS settings: 1. Tap , then tap Settings. 2. Tap the System tab on the bottom of the Settings screen. 3. Tap the ASUS Settings icon to display the system information screen. This screen is displayed whenever you tap the Info tab. NOTE Tap the left button of the four AP keys. To change the Run Mode: Tap the Mode tab to display the running mode of the CPU. The Turbo Mode allows better CPU performance. In this mode, the CPU speed goes up to 400MHz.
To change the Display settings: 1. Tap the Display tab. 2. Set the degree of brightness while on battery power by tapping the down arrow and selecting a value, or by dragging the slider to the left or to the right until you achieve your desired brightness. 3. Follow step 2 to set the degree of brightness when using external power. You may set the degree of brightness on battery power and on external power.
To change the Microphone settings: Tap 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 “+” sign allows for a louder recording, but the environment noise level may be louder also. The Gain Control sets the sound recording output.
To select Autorun Devices: Tap the Autorun tab to select the source devices to execute the autorun program.
Bundled programs Your device includes the most common Windows programs and more. To access the bundled programs: 1. Tap , then tap Programs. 2. Tap any of the icons to launch a specific application program. ASUS Programs Tapping the ASUS Programs icon displays the ASUS Backup utility. Tap the ASUS Backup icon if you wish to use the utility. See section “ASUS Backup” on page 2-24 for details. Games Tap the Games icon to display the available games.
Calculator Tap the Calculator icon to use the calculator. File Explorer Tap the File Explorer icon to access your files. Microsoft Reader Tap the Microsoft Reader icon to download and read online books.
MSN Messenger Tap the MSN Messenger icon to use the service. Pocket MSN Tap the Pocket MSN icon to get connected to the Internet through the Pocket Internet Explorer. Pocket Word Tap the Pocket Word icon to create Pocket Word documents.
Pocket Excel Tap the Pocket Excel icon to create spreadsheet documents. Pictures Tap the Pictures icon to view .jpg pictures stored on your device or on a storage card. Refer to the online help on your device for details on using this feature. Terminal Services Client Tap the Terminal Services Client icon to connect to a terminal server. Refer to the online help on your device for more information.
Chapter 3 Microsoft® ActiveSync® ♦ Introduction ........................................................... 3-2 What is ActiveSync®? ............................................................... 3-2 ♦ Installing ActiveSync® ......................................................................... 3-3 Installing ActiveSync® on your computer .................................. 3-3 ♦ Synchronizing your device .................................. 3-5 Connecting your device to a computer ...................
Introduction What is ActiveSync®? The Microsoft® ActiveSync® 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.
Installing ActiveSync® The ActiveSync program is already installed on your device. To 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® Outlook® installed on your computer. If you do not have Outlook, install the Microsoft® Outlook® 2002 from the Companion CD.
4. Read the Overview before installing ActiveSync 3.7 to make sure that you perform the installation sequence correctly. 5. If you have not installed Outlook, install it now. Click Install Outlook 2002 and follow the screen instructions to complete the installation. 6. 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. 7. Click Install ActiveSync 3.
Synchronizing your device Connecting your device to a computer To 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 USB sync cable from the cradle to a USB port on your computer. To connect your device to your computer without the cradle: 1. Connect the traveling USB sync cable with 26-pin connector to the 26-pin connector at the bottom of the device. 2.
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. A partnership is a file that allows you to synchronize your device with your desktop computer. This file is stored on your desktop computer.
On the Calendar Synchronization Settings window, for example, select from the options how you wish to synchronize the appointments on your device with your computer. Click OK. 4. Click Finish to complete setting a partnership. Immediately after you set up a partnership, ActiveSync® starts automatically and initiates the first synchronization between your device and your computer. Refer to the succeeding sections for more details on synchronization.
Checking synchronized information After your first synchronization, take a look at Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks on your device. You 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 3-8 Open Microsoft Outlook on your desktop computer to see the details of copied information from your device.
Manually initiating synchronization Once you have set up ActiveSync and completed the first synchronization process, you can initiate synchronization from your device at any time. To manually initiate synchronization: 1. Tap , then tap ActiveSync to display the ActiveSync screen. Connection status Tap to connect and synchronize Tap to stop synchronization Tap to synchronize via IR or change synchronization settings 2.
Synchronization options The Microsoft ActiveSync program allows you to customize your synchronization settings at any time. You can select the items to synchronize, set the synchronization schedule, and specify the synchronization rules. To display the synchronization options: • • From the ActiveSync window on your desktop computer, click on the Options icon, or From the menu bar, click on Tools, then Options. To select items to synchronize: 1.
To set synchronization schedule: 1. Click on the Schedule tab. 2. Select your desired synchronization schedule. 3. Click OK when done. To 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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Chapter 4 Microsoft® Pocket Outlook ♦ Introduction ........................................................... 4-2 ♦ Calendar ................................................................ 4-2 Creating appointments ............................................................. 4-3 Using the summary screen ...................................................... 4-4 Creating meeting requests ....................................................... 4-4 ♦ Contacts ..........................................
Introduction Microsoft® Pocket Outlook includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Inbox, and Notes. You 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®, you can synchronize information in Microsoft Outlook or Microsoft Exchange on your desktop computer with your device. You can also synchronize this information directly with a Microsoft Exchange server.
Creating appointments To create an appointment: 1. If you are in Day or Week view, tap your desired date for the appointment, 2. Tap New. Tap to select from a predefined text Tap to select from previously entered locations Tap to specify the time of appointment Tap to specify the date of appointment Tap to add notes to the appointment 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.
Using the summary screen When you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen is displayed. To change the appointment, tap Edit. Appointment details Notes/additional information on the appointment Tap to change details of the appointment Creating meeting requests You 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.
Contacts: Tracking 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.
Creating contacts To create a contact: 1. Tap , then tap Contacts. 2. Tap New to display a blank contact form. 3. Using the input panel, enter a name and other contact information. You will need ot scroll down to see all available fields. 4. To assign the contact a category, scroll to and tap Categories, then select a category from the list. On the contact list, you can display the contacts by category. 5. To add notes, tap the Notes tab. You can enter text, draw, or create a recording.
Finding a contact There are four ways to find a contact. 1. On 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. 2. In the contact list, tap the category list (labeled All Contacts by default) and select the type of contact that you wish to display. To show all contacts again, select All Contacts. To view a contact not assigned to a category, select None. 3.
Tasks: Keeping a to do list Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do. Tap to select the category of tasks you want to display Tap to select a sort order of the task list Indicates high priority Tap to display or edit the task details Tap and hold to display a pop-up menu of actions Tap an action for the task Tap to create a new task Creating tasks To create a task: 1. Tap , then tap Tasks. 2. Tap New to display a blank task form. 3. Using the input panel, enter a description. 4.
5. To assign the task to a category, tap Categories and select a category from the list. On the task list, you can display tasks by category. 6. To add notes, tap the Notes tab. You can enter text, draw, or create a recording. For more information on creating notes, see “Notes: Capturing thoughts and ideas” later in this chapter. 7. Tap OK to return to the task list when done. TIP To quickly create a task with only a subject, tap Entry Bar on the Tools menu.
Notes: Capturing thoughts and ideas Quickly capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, 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 is displayed, it will be created as a stand-alone recording.
Creating notes To create a note: 1. Tap , then tap Notes. 2. Tap 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.
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.
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. You 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.
Using the message list The messages you receive are displayed in the message list. By default, the most recently received messages are displayed first in the list. Tap to select the service, and the folder that you wish to display Tap to select the sort order for the messages Tap and hold to display a pop-up menu of actions Tap to connect, and to send/receive e-mail Tap to connect to the selected service When you receive a message, tap it to open it. Unread messages are displayed in bold.
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. You 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.
Composing messages To compose a message: 1. Tap New. 2. In the To 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.
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. You 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.
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Chapter 5 Companion programs ♦ Pocket Word .......................................................... 5-2 Creating Pocket Word documents ........................................... 5-3 Saving Pocket Word documents .............................................. 5-3 Modes of entering information ................................................. 5-5 ♦ Pocket Excel ......................................................... 5-8 Creating Pocket Excel documents ...........................................
The companion programs consist of Microsoft® Pocket Word, Microsoft® Pocket Excel, Microsoft® Money, Windows Media™ Player for Pocket PC, and Microsoft® Reader. To switch to a companion program on your device, tap Programs on the menu, then tap the program that you wish to open. Pocket Word Pocket Word works with Microsoft Word on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your documents.
2. Tap New to display a blank document. 3. Use any of the tools in the input panel to type your text. Tap to save and close your document Type your text here Formatting toolbar Tap to select an input method Tap to show or hide the input panel Tap to show or hide the formatting toolbar Saving Pocket Word documents To save a Pocket Word document: When you have finished editing your document, tap OK. The document is saved using the first line as file name if you did not specify a file name.
To specify save options: 1. With the document open, tap Tools. 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. Tap the down arrow in the Folder field to select a folder where you wish to place the file. 5. Tap the down arrow in the Type field to select a file format. You can save the document you create or edit in a variety of formats: • Word (.doc) • Pocket Word (.psw) • Rich Text Format (.
Opening an existing Pocket Word document Pocket Word contains a list of the files stored on your device. Tap a file in the list to open. 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.
Modes of entering information You can enter information in Pocket Word 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 Toolbar button on the command bar. If you are opening a Word document created on a desktop computer, select Wrap to Window on the View menu so that you can see the entire document. To change the zoom magnification: 1. Tap View, then tap Zoom. 2.
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. Write your text here With the Space button selected, drag to insert space. An arrow appears showing the space direction direction and size.
Drawing mode In drawing mode, use your stylus to draw on the screen. Gridlines appear as a guide. When you lift your stylus off 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.
Pocket Excel Pocket Excel works with Microsoft Excel on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your workbooks. You can create new workbooks on your device, or you can copy workbooks from your desktop computer to your device. Synchronize workbooks between your 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.
Creating Pocket Excel documents To create a new Excel document: 1. Tap , tap Programs, tap Pocket Excel. 2. Tap 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. Saving Pocket Excel documents To save an Excel document: When you have finished editing your document, tap OK. By default, your document is saved as Book1 as file name.
To specify save options: 1. With the document open, tap Tools. 2. From the pop-up menu, tap Save Workbook As... to display the Save As screen. 3. Change the file name by simply typing a new one in the Name field. 4. Tap the down arrow in the Folder field to select a folder where you wish to place the file. 5. Tap the down arrow in the Type field to select a file format. You can save the document you create or edit in a variety of formats: • Pocket Excel (.pxl) • Excel (.xls) 6.
Securing your Excel document If your workbook contains sensitive or confidental information, you can protect it with a password. To set a password for your workbook: 1. Open the workbook. 2. Tap Edit from the command bar, then tap Password... to display the password setting screen. 3. Type a password in the Password field. 4. Re-type the password in the Verify Password field. 5. Tap OK when done.
Tips for working in Pocket Excel Take note of the following when working in large worksheets in Pocket Excel: • • • • • View in full-screen mode to see as much of your worksheet as possible. Tap View, then tap Full Screen. To exit full-screen mode, tap Restore. Show and hide window elements. Tap View, then tap the elements to show or hide. Freeze panes on a worksheet. First select the cell where you want to freeze panes. Tap View, then tap Freeze Panes.
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 To use MSN Messenger: You must have a Microsoft Passport™ account or a Microsoft Exchange e-mail account. You must have a Passport to use the MSN Messenger Service. If you have a Hotmail® or MSN account, you already have a passport.
Signing up To sign in to MSN Mesenger service: 1. Tap Tools then tap Sign in... from the menu. OR Simply tap the Tap here to sign in area. 2. In the sign-in screen, enter your e-mail address and password. Tap Sign In. NOTE If you already use MSN Messenger on your desktop computer, your contacts will show up on your device without being added again.
Working 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. To see others online without being seen, tap My Status in the Tools menu and select Appear Offline. If you block a contact, you will appear offline but will remain on the blocked contact’s list.
Chatting with contacts Tap a contact name to open a chat window. Enter your message in the text entry area at the bottom of the screen, or tap My Text to enter a preset message, then tap Send. To invite another contact to a multi-user chat, tap Invite in the Tools menu, then tap the contact that you want to invite. NOTE To switch back to the main window without closing a chat, tap the Contacts button. To go back to your chat window, tap Chats and select the person whom you were chatting with.
Windows Media Player for Pocket PC Use Microsoft® Windows Media Player for Pocket PC to play digital audio and video files that are stored on your device or on a network. To switch to Windows Media Player for Pocket PC, tap , tap Programs, then tap Windows Media.
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. You can: • Page through the book using the Up/Down control on your device, or by tapping the page number on each page.
Getting books on your device You can download book files from the Web. 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. Using the Library The Library is your Reader home page.
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.
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. Then, tap an option on the pop-up menu, as described below. • • • • • • Search for Text. 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. To close Find, tap outside the box.
Chapter 6 Pocket Internet Explorer ♦ Introduction ........................................................... 6-2 ♦ Using Pocket Internet Explorer ........................... 6-2 Changing View settings ...................................................... 6-3 Browsing the Internet ......................................................... 6-3 ♦ AvantGo Channels................................................ 6-4 ♦ Mobile Favorites folder ........................................ 6-5 Favorite links ..
Introduction Use Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer to view Web or WAP 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 Web. To do this, you need to create the connection first. See Chapter 7 for information on creating a connection.
2. Tap the Home button to display the Pocket Internet Explorer welcome screen with links to some useful Web sites. 3. Tap any of the Web site buttons to go to a specific site. Changing View settings To change View settings: 1. Tap View to display a pop-up menu. 2. Tap Fit to Screen to see all the screen items at the same time. 3. Tap Address Bar to display the Web site address bar. 4. Tap and hold Text Size to display another pop-up menu with a text size selection.
AvantGo Channels AvantGo is a free interactive service that gives you access to personalized content and thousands of popular Web sites. You 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 web site at http://avantgo.com/ To activate AvantGo: 1. In the ActiveSync window on your desktop computer, click Options. 2.
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.
To create a mobile favorite: 1. In Internet Explorer on your desktop computer, click Tools then Create Mobile Favorite. 2. To 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.
Saving device memory Mobile favorites take up storage memory on your device. To 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.
Adding/Deleting mobile favorites and folders To add a favorite: 1. Tap to display your list of favorites. 2. Tap the Add/Delete button to display the Favorites screen. 3. Tap the Add... button to show the Add Favorite screen. 4. Type a name for the favorite that you wish to add in the Name field. 5. Type in the URL address in the Address (URL) field. 6. Select a folder to place the favorite from the Create in: box. 7. Tap Add to return to the Favorites screen, which now shows the favorite that you added.
To add a folder: 1. Tap to display your list of favorites. 2. Tap the Add/Delete button to display the Favorites screen. 3. Tap the New Folder button. 4. Type a name for the folder that you wish to create. 5. Tap Add to return to the Favorites screen, which now shows the folder that you added. To delete a folder: 1. Tap to display your list of favorites. 2. Tap the Add/Delete button to display the Favorites screen. 3. Select the folder that you wish to delete, then tap Delete. 4.
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Chapter 7 Get connected ♦ Introduction ........................................................... 7-2 ♦ Connect to the Internet ........................................ 7-2 ♦ Connect to Work ................................................... 7-3 ♦ Set up connections .............................................. 7-3 Modem connections ................................................................. 7-3 VPN server connections ..........................................................
Introduction You can set up connections to the Internet and corporate network at work in order to do such activities as browse the Internet or intranet, send and receive e-mail and instant messages, and synchronize information using ActiveSync. Connections can be made using a modem, wireless network, or network (Ethernet) card. A modem connection can be used to set up connections with an external modem, or through your mobile phone network using a cellular line.
Connect to Work 1. Obtain the following information from your network administrator: server phone number, user name, and password. > Settings > Connections tab > Connections. 2. Tap 3. In My Work Network, set up either a modem, network card, wireless network, or VPN server connection. Refer to the section “Set up connections” for the procedure. 4. To start the connection, start using a desired program. For example, switch to Pocket Internet Explorer and browse to a Web page.
VPN server connections A VPN connection helps you to securely connect to servers, such as a corporate network, via the Internet. Ask your network administrator for your user name, password, domain name, TCP/IP settings, and host name or IP address of the VPN server. To set up a VPN server connection: 1. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections. 2. To create a new VPN server connection, in My Work Network, tap Add a new VPN server connection, then follow the screen instructions. 3.
Network card connections Use a network (Ethernet) card to connect directly to a network. Once connected, you can view the Internet or intranet, or download e-mail. You do not need to create a new connection on your device. For more information, see your network administrator. Make sure to purchase and configure a network card that is compatible with your device. To set up a network card: 1. Obtain the following information from your network administrator: user name, password, and domain name. 2.
Wireless network connections Networks that you have already configured are preferred networks and are listed in Wireless networks. You can select to connect to only preferred networks or have your device search for and connect to any available network whether it is preferred or not. To set up a wireless network: 1. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections > Network Card > Wireless tab. 2. To change network settings, in Wireless networks, tap a network.
Configure authentication settings A wireless network can be added either when the network is detected, or manually by entering settings information. To determine if authentication information is needed, see your network administrator. To configure authentication settings: 1. To manually enter information, tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections > Network Card > Wireless tab. 2. Tap Add new. If the network was detected, step one and two are not necessary. 3.
End a connection • • • • • When connected via modem or VPN, tap on the navigation bar, then tap Disconnect. When connected via cable or cradle, detach your device from the cable or cradle. When connected via Infrared, move the device away from the other computer or device. When connected via a network (Ethernet) card, remove the card from your device. When connected via a wireless network, switch off the connection.
9. Create a modem connection. See section “Set up connections.” If necessary, set dialing rules. See section “Use dialing rules.” 10. If your device does not have a connection to a mobile phone network, insert a modem card. Use dialing rules Additional numbers may need to be dialed depending on your given location when connecting. For example, if you want to dial from work, a 9 prefix must often be dialed, or an area code is needed.
Infrared (IR) connection By default, your device detects incoming infrared (IR) beams and prompts you to accept them. If you do not want your device to detect or receive beans, clear the Receive all incoming beams check box. To set the Beam options: 1. Tap , then Settings. 2. Tap the Connections tab. 3. Tap the Beam icon to display the Settings screen. 4. Make your desired change and tap OK. 5. To receive an infrared beam from this screen, tap the link at the bottom.
Sending information To 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. Tap and hold the item, then tap Beam File... on the pop-up menu. NOTE You can also send items, but not folders, from File Explorer. Tap and hold the item that you want to send, then tap Beam File on the pop-up menu. Receiving information To receive information: 1.
Bluetooth connection Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology. Devices with Bluetooth capabilities can exchange information over a distance of about 10 meters (30 feet) without requiring a physical connection. Unlike infrared, you don’t need to line up the devices to beam information with Bluetooth. The devices only need to be within a range of about 10 meters. You can even beam information to a device in a different room, as long as it’s within range.
Bluetooth settings To turn Bluetooth on or off: 1. Tap > Settings > Connections tab. 2. Tap Bluetooth. 3. Select On or Off. The Bluetooth radio is turned on or off according to your selection. NOTE By default the Bluetooth radio is turned off. If you turn it on, and then turn off your device, the Bluetooth radio also turns off. When you turn on your device again, the Bluetooth radio turns on automatically. Making your device discoverable 1. Tap > Settings > Connections tab. 2. Tap Bluetooth. 3.
Beaming information with Bluetooth 1. Tap and hold an item to beam, such as an appointment in Calendar, a task in Tasks, a contact card in Contacts, or a file in File Manager. 2. Tap Beam [type of item]. 3. Tap the device to which you want to send the beam. The item is beamed to the device you selected. NOTE If the device that you want to beam to does not appear in the list, make sure that it is turned On, in discoverable mode, and within 10 meters (30 feet) of your device.
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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.
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 (NFPA 70).
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