Chapter 1. Basic Information for Cybird Cybird is a palm-size PC that advanced technologies of mobile computing and wireless communications are combined. Cybird allows data communications as well as data communications to be utilized with a mobile telephone module (CDMA, AMPS, etc.) incorporated in a portable information terminal everywhere and everytime.
Cybird Features Check first if the following components are included when you purchase Cybird. Please contact immediately the seller if the Cybird you bought has defects or any of the following components is not included.
Using User’s Manual This Manual was prepared to guide the Cybird users rapidly and easily using the product. Each chapter of this Manual is composed of the following. ! ! ! ! ! Chapter 1. Basic Information for Cybird Describes components of Cybird and equipped program types, and introduces Internet sites and services to get Cybird-related information. Chapter 2. Starting Cybird Describes key specification of Cybird and general guides to use the Cybird. Chapter 3.
Principle of Notations Notations in this Manual comply with the following principles to help easy understanding. ! ! ! ! An arrow (•) is used to divide icons and menu items that a user should subsequently select (e.g., Press the menus “Start • Program• Calculator”). (Warning) indicates that information is lost or serious faults are caused to Cybird if the user does not comply with the instructions.
2. Programs Provided with CD 1) Game : Socoban, Puzzle and Mole 2) MP3 Player: The program to play MP3 files. 3) Address Book, Scheduler PC Version or Outlook: One of the Address Book and the Microsoft Outlook is provided depending on the model. This program(s) is(are) required for synchronization of the Address Book, the Scheduler program and data installed in Cybird. 4) Microsoft ActiveSync : Is installed in a PC for data synchronization and copy between a PC and Cybird.
Chapter 2 Starting Cybird In this chapter, basic matters required to use Cybird are described. The information in this chapter includes the following. ! ! ! ! ! Cybird Features introduces components of Cybird and describes suggestions for using Cybird. Starting a Cybird describes steps initially to execute Cybird. Cybird On/Off describes to turn on/off Cybird. Hardware Buttons describes how to use hardware buttons in Cybird. Data Entry to Cybird describes various ways to enter data into Cybird.
Cybird Features 1. Cybird Body 1) Front and Lower Parts 11 8 4 1 3 2 12 6 9 1 5 7 10 Speaker for Voice Calls outputs the received tone in voice calling. 2 Main LCD Screen 4-inch TFT LCD of 256 colors with resolution of 640x480, displaying the details when application programs are actually executed.
can implement serial communications with a PC using the data cable. (Reference) The data cable is optional. 8 Cover Protective cover used to protect the main LCD. 9 LED blinks in red in the case of cold booting of the Cybird. The LED also blinks in red when voice recording is in progress and shows normal operation of the system.
2) Right Side 4 2 1 3 1 Power Button is used to turn on/off Cybird. The state that the Cybird is on is called the “Sleep Mode”. In the Mode, all functions of the Cybird other than the telephone function stop and minimum power for preservation of data is provided. (Reference) Turn off Cybird, using this button if you do not use your Cybird. Thus the battery can be more efficiently used. Although it is off, you can answer the phone because power is supplied to the telephone.
3) Left Side and Top 3 1 2 1 Compact Flash Card Slot (CF Card Slot) The CF Card Slot is a storage of CF Type, and incorporates a LAN Card, a GPS Receiver, etc. Users can extend storage space by purchasing CF cards in conformity to the specification or by connecting to the LAN. 2 Infrared Communication Window The part for infrared communications. Cybird supports the function to connect to PCs, using infrared rays. For more information, see Chapter 4 Connection to PC.
4) Back Part 1 3 4 6 2 5 1 Antenna For the mobile telephone in the Cybird. 2 Cradle Connection Pin For power supply and serial communications with a PC when connected to the cradle body. (Caution) If the pin is damaged, problems in Cybird power charging or connection to a PC may be caused. Thus be careful of handling the pin. 3 Portable Strap Holder The part to equip a portable strap. Put the connection strap, that is provided with the Cybird body, on this holder.
2. Accessories 1) Cradle (Rest) Connects Cybird to a PC and charges the main battery. Connection to a PC is performed through the PC connection cable attached to the cradle. Charging is performed by combining the DC unit with the cradle and supplying power to the cradle. 2) Power Unit Provides external power to the cradle.
Initially Using Cybird Execute the following steps when you purchase and use the Cybird for the first time. 1. Power Connection to Cybird Equip the main battery to Cybird. As the main battery may be discharged during transportation, combine the main battery, and put the Cybird on the cradle after first combining the cradle with the power supply unit and then supplying power. 2. Check operation of Cybird through the following processes. 1. 2. 3.
Cybird On/Off If you use the Power button on the right side of Cybird, you can simply stop or start again the Cybird. Cybird stops if you press the Power button during use and the current operation state is preserved other than the data communication (using the Internet). To start the work again, you just press Power button again and then the details of the work at the time of stop are restored on the screen. Using Hardware Buttons 1. 2. Phone Key: brings the screen for a telephone call.
Data Entry Cybird does not have a general keyboard and you can enter data by means of the following 4 ways. " " " " Entering data using the Soft Keyboard Entering data using the Touch Keypad Entering data using the Pen and Paper Recording voice using the Microphone 1. Using Soft Keyboard 1) If you click the keyboard icon on the task bar, the Softkeyboard similar to a keyboard of a computer appears on the screen, as shown below. 2) Enter characters using the Stylus pen.
2. Using Touch Keypad You can enter simple numerals or English characters, using the Touch Keypad on the lower part of the Main LCD screen. (Reference) The Touch Keypad does not operate when the SoftKeyboard is operating. 3. Recording with Microphone You can save the sudden flashing ideas or schedule as voice in the Cybird, and can thus efficiently manage important information without missing.
Chapter 3. Setting and Managing Cybird Environment This chapter describes how to set and optimize an environment for using Cybird. In addition, it introduces how to manage power and memory to expand the battery life and protect important information. This chapter contains following information: ! ! ! ! Settting Cybird Environme nt This section describes how to set a basic system environment of Cybird. Managing the Battery This section introduces how to charge the battery and how to manage it efficiently.
Setting Cybird Environment Before using Cybird, set a basic system environment to create the optimum environment for using Cybird. Select “Start • Settings • Control Panel”, and then click the corresponding icon to set the concerned environment. Apply the change of any setting by clicking OK button in the corresponding setting window. 1. Country Setting If you change the country setting, display formats or sorting methods of date, time, currency and number using this setting are all changed accordingly.
5. Volume and Sound This option allows setting the strength of each sound to be transmitted to the earphone and the Cybird speaker. A user can set a desired event or sound. 6. User With this option, you can enter the information about multiple users and memo. 7. Stylus This allows adjusting the speed of double clicking, and also readjusting the coordinates of the touch screen while using Cybird. Coordinate setting is indispensable for adjusting the recognition coordinates of the touch screen.
Managing the Battery Files or data you prepare are saved in RAM, a volatile memory of Cybird, and IPSM or an external storage medium, a non-volatile memory. When the power of Cybird (main battery and backup battery) is all consumed, the memory saved in the volatile RAM is all lost. This section describes how to manage power efficiently, to expand the battery life and secure the safety of data. Cybird provides two types of power, a main battery and a backup battery.
2) How to Mount the Battery Put the battery into the battery terminal of Cybird with the battery lock on the back of Cybird down, mount it by pushing it lightly to Cybird, and then put up the battery lock. (Caution) When putting the battery in Cybird, be careful not to catch a terminal of Cybird. Do not apply excessive force. It may cause the battery terminal to be damaged. (Warning) Do not put up the battery lock when the main battery is not mounted to Cybird.
5. Effective Method of Using Power When using the main battery as power source, use Cybird as follows in order to use it for long: " Place Cybird on the cradle whenever it is possible. " Set Cybird to be automatically switched to “Sleep Mode” when it is not used for a specified time, if you supply power to Cybird with the main battery. − Select “Start • Settings • Control Panel • Power • Power Off”, and set the shortest possible time.
Using and Managing Memory Memories that a user can use in Cybird are classified into the following three types: 1. RAM Area RAM is used as a space to save data and/or files and to use programs. In other words, a user can save data and/or files and install programs in RAM area. RAM is mainly used when a program is executed.
Soft Reset. To perform Soft Reset, press Reset button on the back of Cybird using the Stylus pen. (Caution) As a result of Soft Reset, files that have been open or data that has not been saved are all lost. Therefore, perform Software Reset after saving what you have done. 2. Hard Reset If the system does not recover a normal operating status even after Soft Reset, it is possible to reset the system by performing Hard Reset.
