Handheld Computer Help Page 1 of 17 Handheld Computer Help English Français Deutsch Spanish Handheld Computer Help Controls Batteries Maintaining Your Computer Using Your Computer Safely CompactFlash Cards Peripherals ActiveSync Troubleshooting Index Legal Information Controls The handheld computer is equipped with a 52-key alphanumeric keypad including cursor keys and a few special function keys. Other functions are available via the touch screen.
Handheld Computer Help Page 2 of 17 Function Keys The FN keys have many functions. The most commonly used functions are: z z z Orange FN + Power: When held for five seconds this performs a Soft Reset. Orange FN + Blue FN + Power: When held for five seconds this performs a Hard Reset. CAUTION The Hard Reset is an emergency procedure only. Use the Soft Reset instead if possible. If you Hard Reset, you will lose the settings saved in the operating system as well as all data stored in RAM.
Handheld Computer Help 2 F2 3 F3 4 F4 5 F5 6 F6 7 F7 8 F8 9 F9 0 F10 Tab BKTAB Spc BkSp right Yellow Right Scan left Yellow Left Scan Up Arrow PgUp Down Arrow PgDn Right Arrow End Left Arrow Home Alt enter Page 3 of 17 F12 F13 F14 F15 F16 F17 F18 F19 F20 Backlight Start Esc See your Getting Started Guide for a complete list of key functions See Also Stylus Entering Data Resetting Your Computer Using the Stylus The stylus is designed to be light-weight and comfortable to use, as well as being gentle on
Handheld Computer Help Page 4 of 17 Entering Data Use the keypad or input panel to enter alpha and numerical data. Use the cursor keys or your stylus to move the cursor around the screen. Use Function Keys for special characters and functions. When a field appears requiring text entry, the input panel (soft keyboard) will pop up. This can then be operated with the stylus. To change input panel settings, see Input Panel.
Handheld Computer Help Page 5 of 17 Battery Information The computer's primary battery is a rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) pack. DO NOT use other batteries. They may damage your handheld computer. After inserting a new Li-Ion battery pack, charge it to 100% before use. This ensures that the battery pack's power gauge calculations will be correct. Frequent incomplete charges lead to progressively larger errors that only a full charge can fix.
Handheld Computer Help Page 6 of 17 As the backup battery is constantly being charged, its charge status is not displayed. See Also Battery Information Battery Conservation Battery Charging Battery Replacement Battery Safety Battery Storage Battery Conservation To conserve power, the handheld computer automatically switches itself off (suspends) after 3 minutes of inactivity when on battery power.
Handheld Computer Help Page 7 of 17 Battery Safety Battery Storage Battery Replacement WARNING Do not attempt to open or puncture the batter pack. Do not burn the battery pack. The battery pack can burst or explode, releasing hazardous chemicals. 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Turn off your handheld computer. Remove the hand strap by pulling the lower clip down and out of its recess. Using a coin or flathead screwdriver, release the two battery retaining screws.
Handheld Computer Help Page 8 of 17 Battery Conservation Battery Charging Battery Replacement Battery Storage Battery Storage Standard Li-ion battery packs will gradually deteriorate, particularly if they are not stored in ideal conditions. When storing Li-Ion packs, you should consider these factors: z z z z z Fully charged packs deteriorate faster than partly discharged ones. For ideal storage, charge the packs to 100% then discharge them to 50% charge before storing.
Handheld Computer Help z z z z Page 9 of 17 against falls onto flat surfaces, but can still be damaged if it is struck directly or scratched by a sharp object. Avoid dropping your handheld computer or subjecting it to severe impacts. Do not apply excessive pressure to the display screen. If you carry your handheld computer in a carry case or with other items, make sure the display screen is protected against scratching and other damage. Use only a soft, dry cloth to remove dust and dirt.
Handheld Computer Help z Page 10 of 17 Take frequent short breaks. Use these breaks to exercise the muscles in your hands, arms, shoulders, neck and back. See Also Maintaining Your Computer Cleaning Your Computer CompactFlash Cards About CompactFlash cards Using CompactFlash cards Fitting a CompactFlash card Accessing Files on a CompactFlash card About CompactFlash Cards The handheld computer has a user accessible CompactFlash card slot.
Handheld Computer Help Page 11 of 17 Accessing Files on a CompactFlash card Fitting a CompactFlash card CAUTION The Operating System (OS) resides on the CompactFlash card provided with your handheld computer. Removing or replacing this CompactFlash card will result in loss of the OS. To install a CompactFlash card: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Back up your data. Remove external power and switch off your handheld computer. Remove the battery (See Battery Replacement). Remove the CompactFlash card stop.
Handheld Computer Help Page 12 of 17 computer from an external power unit, you may switch the charging cable from COM1 to COM4 (right port) if COM4 is a 26-pin configured port. To connect a peripheral via the infrared (IR) COM port: 1. Ensure that the IR window at the bottom of the unit is pointing at the peripheral's IR port and that the units are separated by at least 15cm (6 inches). 2. If the peripheral has a protective cap covering its IR port, remove it. 3.
Handheld Computer Help Page 13 of 17 See Also Adjust PC connection setting Troubleshooting If you have any problems with your handheld computer, you should contact your system provider. Before you do so however, check the following: 1. If your handheld computer will not switch on, check the battery pack and try a different pack or try operating from the AC Adapter. 2. If you cannot read the display, try adjusting the backlight. 3.
Legal Information Identification Handheld Computer Help April 2004 · 72_0117_001 FCC DoC Responsible Party: Itronix Corporation, 801 South Stevens Street, Spokane Washington, 99204 (Tel. 509-624-6600). Copyright Notice © Copyright 2004 Itronix Corporation. All rights reserved.
Europe This product complies with the radio interference protection requirements of the Council Directive 89/336/EC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States of the European Union relating to electromagnetic compatibility. The product was tested in a typical configuration and found to conform to the following test specifications: EN55022: EN50082 or EN55024: Radiated and conducted emissions. Class B. ESD and radiated and conducted immunity.
