TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Introduction TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Pocket PC e570 Instruction Manual Instruction Manual i ENGLISH using Euro_C.
TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Introduction Introduction It is important you read this Instruction Manual before using your Pocket PC to ensure its proper operation. It is recommended that important data stored in your Pocket PC should be saved to a memory card (sold separately) or your personal computer (data transfer with ActiveSync) on a regular basis.
TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Introduction Safety instructions There are two categories of Safety Instructions included in this manual: ■ Product Warnings, (i.e., what must never be done to assure avoiding those hazards that could cause bodily injury or property damage); and ■ User Directions (i.e., what must always be done to assure the safe use of your Pocket PC).
TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Introduction WARNING Certain locations, such as hospitals, may restrict the use of Pocket PCs and other devices that emit low-level RF energy. ■ Always comply was posted prohibitions of the use of RF-emitting devices, such as in hospitals. Failure to follow such directives could result in the interference with medical equipment and/or devices.
TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Introduction ■ Never drop your Pocket PC or subject it to severe shock. Dropping your Pocket PC or subjecting it to severe shock could cause the builtin battery to leak, ignite and/or rupture. ■ Always immediately remove your Pocket PC and its battery from the vicinity of any open flame in the event the built-in battery leaks liquid or emits an unusual odor.
TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Introduction WARNING ■ Always use the AC Adaptor and the Battery Charger that have been provided with your Pocket PC. Bodily injury or property damage could occur as a result of the use of an unauthorized and incompatible AC Adaptor or Battery Charger in violation of this Warning. ■ Never connect or disconnect the AC Adaptor with wet hands. Connecting or disconnecting the AC Adaptor to a power source with wet hands could cause electric shock.
TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Introduction ■ Never use a worn or damaged AC Adaptor Power Supply Cable or plug, or a worn or damaged extension cord or plug. The use of a worn or damaged Power Supply Cable or plug could result in electric shock or fire. Always contact an authorized service provider immediately to obtain a suitable Power Supply Cable replacement.
TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Introduction ■ Take care not to sit on your Pocket PC when it is located in the back pocket of trousers, etc. This could cause damage to your Pocket PC or malfunction of the Pocket PC functions. ■ Do not place objects on top of your Pocket PC or drop them on top of your Pocket PC. This could cause damage to your Pocket PC and/or malfunction. ■ Clean terminals (metallic parts) on a regular basis with a cotton swab.
TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Table of Contents TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Table of Contents Chapter 1 Getting Started ........................................................ 1-1 Welcome................................................................................................. 1-1 Where to Find Information.................................................................... 1-2 Chapter 2 Basic Skills ...............................................................
TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Table of Contents Chapter 5 Companion Programs ............................................. 5-1 Pocket Word........................................................................................... 5-1 Pocket Excel .......................................................................................... 5-6 MSN Messenger ....................................................................................
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Getting Started TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Chapter 1 Getting Started Welcome Congratulations on purchasing a TOSHIBA Pocket PC. Due to the size and capabilities of this Pocket PC, you can keep your most important business and personal information up-to-date and close at hand. Microsoft® ActiveSync® increases the power of your Pocket PC by allowing you to synchronize the information on your desktop or laptop computer with your Pocket PC.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Getting Started Where to Find Information This book describes your Pocket PC hardware, provides an overview of the programs on your Pocket PC, and explains how to connect your Pocket PC to a desktop computer, a network, or the Internet. For instructions on setting up your Pocket PC and installing ActiveSync, see the Quick Start card. The following table is a guide to additional information to help you use your Pocket PC.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Chapter 2 Basic Skills You can easily learn to use your Pocket PC. This chapter describes the use and customization of your Pocket PC.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills The USB Cradle Initial Setting of Program Button Program button 1 = Calendar Program button 2 = Tasks Program button 3 = Home Program button 4 = Contacts Program button 5 = Voice recorder Main unit (back view) Stylus Holder CF Card slot SD Card Slot Stereo Headphone jack Stylus Instruction Manual TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 – Ppc_e570.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills Power Button The power button turns the unit and the front light on and off. Power button When the power is off When the power is on Press it for some time. The power turns on. The front light alternately turns on/off. Press it quickly. The power turns on. The power turns off. Battery Switch and Battery Switch Lock The battery switch supplies/cuts off the battery power to the Pocket PC. The setting of this switch at shipment is “stop”.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills How to Use the Stylus The stylus is used for menu selection or data input on the touch-screen of the Pocket PC. ■ Tap: Touch the screen once with the stylus to open items and select options. ■ Drag: Hold the stylus on the screen and drag it across to select text and images. Drag in a list to select multiple items. ■ Tap and hold: Tap and hold the stylus on an item to see a list of actions available for that item.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills Battery Charging A built-in battery is installed in the Pocket PC. When using the Pocket PC for the first time, set the battery switch to the supply side, then charge the built-in battery with the supplied AC adaptor. How to Charge the Battery You can use two charging methods. When you connect the AC adaptor and the Pocket PC, turn the unit off. 1.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills How to Prolong Battery Life ■ Use the Pocket PC with the AC adaptor. When you use the Pocket PC under the following conditions, the power consumption will be large. Please use the AC adaptor when: ■ The Pocket PC is operated while connected to your computer. ■ The Pocket PC is operated with storage card or with any other optional equipment. ■ Select the short power-off time in the setting menu.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills Initial Setup When using the Pocket PC for the first time, carry out initial setup according to the procedures below after a built-in battery has been charged. 1. Press the power button to turn the power on. The Welcome screen appears. Tap the screen to start the following setup. 2. Execute touch screen correction. When the align screen appears, tap the center of the cross target with the stylus.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills Setup Method of Options Method of Setting Card into CF Card Slot To insert a card: 1. Turn off the power. 2. Open the card cover. 3. Insert the CF card confirming the direction of the card. Line up side groove of the card and the groove edge of the card slot. Insert the card smoothly and completely to the end. ■ When the card is inserted, the power turns on. To remove a card: 1. Turn off the power. 2. Open the card cover. 3.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills Method of Setting Card into SD Card Slot To insert a card: 1. Turn off the power. 2. Open the card cover. 3. Insert the card with its contact surface (metal contact surface) facing backward into the Pocket PC. To remove a card: 1. Turn off the power. 2. Open the card cover. 3. Lightly press down the card until a clicking sound is heard. The card will pop out slightly from the slot. 4. Pull the card straight up tp remove.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills To connect Remote Control-Fitted Earphone Microphone You can listen to the sound output from your Pocket PC by connecting the optional remote control-fitted earphone microphone. (See Quick Start Card.) Insert the remote control-fitted earphone plug into the stereo headphone jack as shown in the figure below. Use the specified remote control-fitted earphone. If you use a different type of earphone, it may result malfunction.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills Connecting to a Desktop Computer Before connecting your Pocket PC to a desktop computer, check the follows. ■ ActiveSync has been installed on your desktop. (See Chapter 3.) ■ Make sure that the Pocket PC and the desktop computer are both turned off. ■ The position of connecting port on the computer may differ according to the computer type. To Connect Using The Supplied USB Cradle: 1.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills To connect using a separately sold serial cradle: 1. Connect the serial cradle to the serial port of the desktop computer. 2. Connect the Pocket PC to the serial cradle. To connect directly using a connection cable: Connect the Pocket PC directly to your desktop computer using a USB cable (sold separately). Connect the Pocket PC directly to your desktop computer using a serial cable (sold separately).
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills Today Screen When you turn on your Pocket PC for the first time each day (or after 4 hours of inactivity), you’ll see the Today screen. You can also display it by tapping and then Today. On the Today screen, you can see at a glance important information for the day. Tap to switch to a program. Tap to view notification messages. Tap to change the volume level or to turn the volume on/off. Tap to change date and time.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills Status Icon Meaning Synchronization is occurring Notification that one or more instant messages were received Notification that one or more e-mail messages were received If more notification icons need to be displayed than there is room to display them, the Notification icon, , will display. Tap the icon to view all notification icons. Programs You can switch from one program to another by selecting it from the menu.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills The following table contains a partial list of programs that are on your Pocket PC. Look on the Pocket PC Companion CD for additional programs that you can install onto your Pocket PC. Icon Program Description ActiveSync Synchronize information between your Pocket PC and desktop computer. Calendar Keep track of your appointments and create meeting requests. Contacts Keep track of your friends and colleagues.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills Navigation Bar and Command Bar The navigation bar is located at the top of the screen. It displays the active program and current time, and allows you to switch to programs and close screens. Use the command bar at the bottom of the screen to perform tasks in the open program. The command bar includes menu names, buttons, and the Input Panel button. To create a new item in the current program, tap New.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills Pop-up Menus With pop-up menus, you can quickly choose an action for an item. For example, you can use the pop-up menu in the contact list to quickly delete a contact, make a copy of a contact, or send an e-mail message to a contact. The actions in the pop-up menus vary from program to program. To access a pop-up menu, tap and hold the stylus on the item name that you want to perform the action on.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills Enter Information on Your Pocket PC You have several options for entering new information: ■ Use the input panel to enter typed text by using the soft keyboard or other input method. ■ Write directly on the screen. ■ Draw pictures on the screen. ■ Speak into your Pocket PC microphone to record a message. ■ Use Microsoft® ActiveSync® to synchronize or copy information from your desktop computer to your Pocket PC.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills When you use the input panel, your Pocket PC anticipates the word you are typing or writing 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 you use your Pocket PC, the more words it learns to anticipate. Tap here if this is the right word.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills 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. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button and then Block Recognizer. 2. Write a letter in the box. When you write a letter, it is converted to typed text that appears on the screen.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills 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. Tap the Pen button and use your stylus like a pen. 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 writing: If you want to edit or format writing, you must select it first. 1.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills 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. Select the text you want to convert and Tap Recognize on the pop-up menu. The writing is turned into text. Instruction Manual TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 – Ppc_e570.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills If the conversion is incorrect, you can select different words from a list of alternates or return to the original writing. To do so, tap and hold the incorrect word (tap one word at a time). On the pop-up menu, tap Alternates. A menu with a list of alternate words appears. Tap the word you want to use, or tap the writing at the top of the menu to return to the original writing. Tap to return to your original writing.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills 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: ■ Cross three ruled lines on your first stroke. A drawing box appears. Subsequent strokes in or touching the drawing box become part of the drawing.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills 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.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills 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 message, tap My Text and tap a message. Tap to select a prewritten message. You can add text after inserting a My Text message before sending it. To edit a My Text message, in the Tools menu, tap Edit and then tap My Text Messages. Select the message you wish to edit and make desired changes.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills Find and Organize Information The Find feature on your Pocket PC helps you quickly locate information. ■ On the menu, tap Find. Enter the text you want to find, select a data type, and then tap Go to start the search. To quickly find information that is taking up storage space on your Pocket PC, select Larger than 64 KB in Type. You can also use the File Explorer to find files on your Pocket PC and to organize these files into folders.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills Customize Your Pocket PC You can customize your Pocket PC by adjusting the settings and installing additional software. Adjusting Settings You can adjust device settings to suit your preferences. To see available options, tap , Settings, then the Personal or System tab located at the bottom of the screen.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills 3. Read any installation instructions, Read Me files, or documentation that comes with the program. Many programs provide special installation instructions. 4. Connect your Pocket PC and desktop computer. 5. Double-click the *.exe file. ■ If the file is an installer, the installation wizard will begin. Follow the directions on the screen.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills To add a program to the Start menu: Tap , Settings, Menus, the Start Menu tab, and then the check box for the program. If you do not see the program listed, you can either use File Explorer on the Pocket PC 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.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills To Set Front Light You can set the screen brightness for better sight according to a place of use. You can also set the time that elapses until the front light turns off automatically after the last operation. 1. Tap and then Settings. On the System tab, tap Front Light. 2. Set the Front Light. Check to make the front light turn off automatically when the Pocket PC hasn’t been used for a user-set amount of time.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills Setting Power You can set to confirm the built-in battery remaining power and the time that elapses until the power turns off after the last operation. 1. Tap and then Settings. On the System tab, tap Power. 2. Set the Power. Displays the built-in battery remaining power. Check to make the power turn off automatically when the Pocket PC hasn’t been used for a userset amount of time. Set the time that elapses until the power turns off automatically.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Basic Skills To confirm usage status of a storage card: 1. Tap Storage card tab on the Memory setting screen. Capacity of a storage card being inserted. Free space. Capacity in use. 2. When finished, tap OK to return to the System tab screen. If storage cards are inserted both in the CF card slot and the SD card slot, the usage status is displayed only for one (basically, the firstly inserted one) of these cards.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft ActiveSync TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Chapter 3 Microsoft ActiveSync Using Microsoft® ActiveSync®, you can synchronize the information on your desktop computer with the information on your Pocket PC. Synchronization compares the data on your Pocket PC with your desktop computer and updates both computers with the most recent information.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft ActiveSync After installation is complete, the ActiveSync Setup Wizard helps you connect your Pocket PC to your desktop computer, set up a partnership so you can synchronize information between your Pocket PC and your desktop computer, and customize your synchronization settings. Your first synchronization process will automatically begin when you finish using the wizard.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft Pocket Outlook TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Chapter 4 Microsoft Pocket Outlook Microsoft® Pocket Outlook includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Inbox, and Notes. You can use these programs individually or together. For example, e-mail addresses stored in Contacts can be used to address email messages in Inbox. Using ActiveSync®, you can synchronize information in Microsoft Outlook or Microsoft Exchange on your desktop computer with your Pocket PC.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft Pocket Outlook Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings Use Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events. You can check your appointments in one of several views (Agenda, Day, Week, Month, and Year) and easily switch views by tapping one of the 5 view icons at the bottom of the screen or by pressing the Calendar Program (button #1 on front of Pocket PC). Tap to go to today. Tap to display or edit the appointment details.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft Pocket Outlook To create an appointment: If you are in Day or Week view, tap the desired date and time for the appointment. 1. Tap New. Tap to return to the calendar (the appointment is saved automatically). Tap to choose from predefined text. Tap to choose from previously entered locations. Tap to select a time. Tap to select a date. Notes is a good place for maps and directions. 2. Using the input panel, enter a description and a location.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft Pocket Outlook Using the Summary Screen When you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen is displayed. To change the appointment, tap Edit. View appointment details. View. Tap to change appointment. Creating Meeting Requests 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 synchronize Inbox or when you connect to your e-mail server.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft Pocket Outlook Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues Contacts maintains a list of your friends and colleagues so that you can easily find the information you’re looking for, whether you’re at home or on the road. Using the Pocket PC infrared (IR) port, you can quickly share Contacts information with other device users. Select the category of contacts you want displayed in the list. Tap and enter part of a name to quickly find it in the list.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft Pocket Outlook To create a contact: 1. Tap New. Tap to return to the contact list (the contact is saved automatically). Scroll to see more fields. Notes is a good place for maps and directions. 2. Using the input panel, enter a name and other contact information. You will need to scroll down to see all available fields. 3. To assign the contact to a category, scroll to and tap Categories and select a category from the list.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft Pocket Outlook Using the Summary Screen When you tap a contact in the contact list, a summary screen is displayed. To change the contact information, tap Edit. View contact details. Tap to change contact information. Tap to view notes. Instruction Manual TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 – Ppc_e570.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft Pocket Outlook Tasks: Keeping a To Do List Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do. Select the category of tasks you want displayed in the list. Select the sort order of the list. Indicates high priority. Tap to display or edit the task details. Tap and hold to display a pop-up menu of actions. Tap to create a new task. To change the way information is displayed in the list, tap Tools and then Options.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft Pocket Outlook To create a task: 1. Tap New. Tap to return to the task list (the task is saved automatically). Tap to choose from predefined subjects. Notes is a good place for maps and drawings. 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. If the input panel is open, you will need to hide it to see all available fields. 4.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft Pocket Outlook Using the Summary Screen When you tap a task in the task list, a summary screen is displayed. To change the task, tap Edit. View task details. Tap to show and hide additional summary information. View notes. Tap to change task. Instruction Manual TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 – Ppc_e570.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft Pocket Outlook Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas 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. Tap to change the sort order of the list.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft Pocket Outlook To create a note: 1. Tap New. 2. Create your note by writing, drawing, typing, and recording. For more information about using the input panel, writing and drawing on the screen, and creating recordings, see Chapter 2. Tap to return to the note list (the note is saved automatically). Tap to write on the screen. Tap to show or hide the input panel. Tap to add a recording to the note.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft Pocket Outlook ■ E-mail messages in the Outbox folder on your Pocket PC are transferred to Exchange or Outlook, and then sent from those programs. ■ E-mail messages in subfolders must be selected in ActiveSync on your desktop computer in order to be transferred. You can also synchronize e-mail messages with your desktop computer from a remote location. For more information, see Chapter 7.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft Pocket Outlook Using the Message List Messages you receive are displayed in the message list. By default, the most recently received messages are displayed first in the list. Select the service and folder you want to display. Select the sort order for messages. Tap and hold to display a pop-up menu of actions. Tap to connect to the selected service. Tap to connect and to send and receive e-mail. When you receive a message, tap it to open it.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft Pocket Outlook When you connect to your e-mail server or synchronize with your desktop computer, by default, you’ll receive messages from the last five days only, the first 100 lines of each new message, and file attachments of less than 100 KB 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.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Microsoft Pocket Outlook 3. Compose your message. To enter preset or frequently used messages, tap My Text and select a message. 4. Tap Send when you’ve finished the message. If you are working offline, the message is moved to the Outbox folder and will be sent the next time you connect.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Companion Programs TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Chapter 5 Companion Programs The companion programs consist of Microsoft® Pocket Word, Microsoft® Pocket Excel, Microsoft® Money, Windows MediaTM Player for Pocket PC, and Microsoft® Reader. To switch to a companion program on your Pocket PC, tap Programs on the menu, and then tap the program name.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Companion Programs Pocket Word contains a list of the files stored on your Pocket PC. 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. Tap to change the sort order of the list. Select the type of folder you want displayed in the list. Tap to open a document. Tap and hold an item to display a pop-up menu of actions. Tap to create a new document.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Companion Programs Typing Mode Using the input panel, enter typed text into the document. For more information on entering typed text, see Chapter 2. To format existing text and to edit text, first select the text. You can select text as you do in a Word document, using your stylus instead of the mouse to drag through the text you want to select. You can search a document to find text by tapping Edit and then Find/Replace.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Companion Programs 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. With Space button selected, drag to insert space. An arrow appears showing the space direction and size. Space button. Tap to highlight selected text. Pen button.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Companion Programs 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 the first stroke, you’ll 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. Resize an object by dragging the selection handles.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Companion Programs Pocket Excel Pocket Excel works with Microsoft Excel on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your spreadsheets. You can create new spreadsheet on your Pocket PC, or you can copy spreadsheets from your desktop computer to your Pocket PC. Synchronize spreadsheets between your desktop computer and your Pocket PC so that you have the most up-to-date content in both locations.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Companion Programs Tips for Working in Pocket Excel Note the following when work in large spreadsheets in Pocket Excel: ■ View in full-screen mode to see as much of your spreadsheet as possible. Tap View and then Full Screen. To exit full-screen mode, tap Restore. ■ Show and hide window elements. Tap View and then tap the elements you want to show or hide. ■ Freeze panes on a spreadsheet. First select the cell where you want to freeze panes.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Companion Programs Setting Up Before you can connect, you must enter Passport or Exchange account information. To set up an account and sign in: 1. In the Tools menu, tap Options. 2. On the Accounts tab, enter your Passport or Exchange account information. 3. To sign in, tap the sign-in screen and enter your e-mail address and password.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Companion Programs 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, and tap Send. To invite another contact to a multi-user chat, in the Tools menu, tap Invite and tap the contact you wish to invite. Enter message here. Tap to send message. To switch back to the main window without closing a chat, tap the Contacts button.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Companion Programs To know if the contact you are chatting with is responding, look for the message under the text entry area. View full chat. View status of the chat. For more information on using MSN Messenger, tap and then Help. Instruction Manual TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 – Ppc_e570.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Companion Programs 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 Pocket PC or on a network. To switch to Windows Media Player for Pocket PC, tap, Programs, and then tap Windows Media. Indicates the progress of the current track. Tap to adjust volume. Tap to skip to the next track. Tap to play a previous track. Tap to stop. Tap to play or pause.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Companion Programs Microsoft Reader Use Microsoft Reader to read eBooks on your Pocket PC. Download books to your desktop computer from your favorite eBook Website. Then, use ActiveSync to copy the book files to your Pocket PC. 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.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Companion Programs Using the Library The Library is your Reader home page; it displays a list of all books stored on your Pocket PC or storage card. To open the Library: ■ On the Reader command bar, tap Library. ■ On a book page, tap the book title, and then tap Library on the popup menu. To open a book, tap its title in the Library list. Tap to scroll through the Library list. Tap to select a sort order. Tap to open a book.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Companion Programs You can also page through a book by using the Up/Down control on your 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.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Companion Programs ■ Drawings. When you add a drawing, a Drawing icon appears in the bottom-left corner of the page, and drawing tools appear across the bottom of the page. Draw by dragging your stylus. ■ To see a list of a book’s annotations, including bookmarks, highlights, text notes, and drawings, tap Annotations Index on the book’s cover page. You can tap an entry in the list to go to the annotated page.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Pocket Internet Explorer TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Chapter 6 Pocket Internet Explorer Use Microsoft® Pocket Internet Explorer to view Web or WAP pages in either of these ways: ■ During synchronization with your desktop computer, download your favorite links and mobile favorites that are stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in Internet Explorer on the desktop computer. ■ Connect to an Internet service provider (ISP) or network and browse the Web.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Pocket Internet Explorer Mobile Favorites If you are using Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later on your desktop computer, you can download mobile favorites to your Pocket PC. Synchronize the web content of your mobile favorities downloads your Pocket PC so that you can view pages while you are disconnected from your ISP and desktop computer. Use the Internet Explorer plug-in installed with ActiveSync to create mobile favorites quickly.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Pocket Internet Explorer Using 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 Pocket PC. Then, you synchronize your Pocket PC and desktop computer, or connect to the Internet to download the content. For more information, visit the AvantGo Web site. To sign up for AvantGo: 1.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Pocket Internet Explorer To view mobile favorites and channels: 1. Tap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites. Tap the favourite you want to view. Tap to add or delete a folder or favourite link. 2. Tap the page you want to view. You’ll see the page that was downloaded the last time you synchronized with your desktop computer. If the page is not on your Pocket PC, the favorite will be dimmed.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Getting Connected TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Chapter 7 Getting Connected You can use your Pocket PC to exchange information with other mobile devices as well as your desktop computer, a network, or the Internet. You have the following connection options: ■ Use the infrared (IR) port on your Pocket PC to send and receive files between two devices. If this is the method you want to use, see the following section “Transfer Items Using Infrared.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Getting Connected 3. Tap and hold the item, and tap Beam Item on the pop-up menu. You can also send items, but not folders, from File Explorer. Tap and hold the item you want to send, and then tap Beam File on the pop-up menu. To receive information: 1. Align the IR ports so that they are unobstructed and within a close range. 2. Have the owner of the other device send the information to you. Your Pocket PC will automatically receive it.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Getting Connected 10. In the Dialing Locations tab, specify your current location and phone type (most phone lines are tone). These settings will apply to all connections you create. To start the connection, simply start using one of the following programs. Your Pocket PC will automatically begin connecting. Once connected, you can: ■ Send and receive e-mail messages by using Inbox.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Getting Connected Connect to Work If you have access to a network at work, you can send e-mail messages, view intranet pages, synchronize your Pocket PC, and possibly access the Internet. You can connect to work in one of two ways: ■ Create a modem connection by using a RAS account. Before you can create this modem connection, your network administrator will need to set up a RAS account for you.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Getting Connected ■ Send and receive instant messages with MSN Messenger. For more information, see “MSN Messenger”, in Chapter 5. ■ Synchronize. For more information, see ActiveSync Help on the desktop computer. To create an Ethernet connection to a network: 1. You do not need to create a new connection on your Pocket PC. Instead, you must purchase and configure an Ethernet card that is compatible with your Pocket PC. 2.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Getting Connected Connect Directly to an E-mail Server You can set up a connection to an e-mail server so that you can send and receive e-mail messages by using a modem or network connection and Inbox on your Pocket PC. The ISP or network must use a POP3 or IMAP4 e-mail server and an SMTP gateway. You can use multiple e-mail services to receive your messages. For each e-mail service you intend to use, first set up and name the e-mail service.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Optional Functions TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Chapter 8 Optional Functions Home You can launch the built-in or installed applications easily by tapping the icon displayed on the Home screen. You can also set to display a desired bitmap image on your screen background. Launching an Application From the Home 1. Tap , Programs, and then Home to display the Home screen. You can also launch the Home by pressing the Pocket PC Home button.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Optional Functions Also, you can launch an application by moving the cursor button to select and pressing the center of the cursor button to confirm. You can add tabs up to a maximum of 10 kinds and icons up to 18 in a tab. About Running In the Running tab, the active application names are displayed. The icons do not appear. Application Activate/Stop: Tap the application name you want to activate.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Optional Functions Display Icon List The following list shows the tabs and icons for the initial setup. Tabs Icons Applications Running — — Main Pocket Internet Explorer Windows Media Player Notes Tasks Inbox Calendar Contacts Pocket Word Pocket Excel Calculator Programs File Explorer Backup Infrared Receive Games Solitaire Moving an Application Icon into Another Tab The moved icon is placed next to the last icon on the tab screen.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Optional Functions To move using drag and drop: Tap the icon you want to move and drag it to the destination tab, and then drop it. The icon is transferred and that icon in the original tab screen is deleted. If the icon is dragged and dropped in the same tab, it will return to its original position on the tab screen. Deleting an Icon 1. Tap and hold the icon you want to delete to display the pop-up menu. 2. Tap Drop on the pop-up menu.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Optional Functions 3. Enter an icon name in the Application name box, which is to be displayed on the Home screen. You can enter up to a maximum of 32 characters. 4. When finished, tap OK to close the Add Application screen, and the new icon is added to the Home screen. If the Application file is not designated, or if the Application name is not entered, you can not add a new icon.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Optional Functions To change a background: 1. Select the background setup tab on the Tab Settings menu, and then tap Browse to display the Browse Dialog screen. 2. Even if a storage card is inserted, the files in the storage card will not be displayed. 3. Tap the desired bitmap file from the list to return to the Tab Settings screen. 4. Tap OK on the Tab Settings screen to return to the Home screen.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Optional Functions Making a Backup 1. Insert a storage card. 2. Tap , Programs, and then Backup to display the Backup screen. 3. Select Backup from Functionality, then select and tap Storage Card 1 or Storage Card 2 from Media. Select Backup from Functionality. When an SD memory card and a CompactFlash card are inserted in the slots, check which one is Storage Card 1 or Storage Card 2 by looking at the storage capacity of the card. 4.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Optional Functions 5. Input password. Enter a password. You can enter a password up to a maximum of 16 characters. A backup can be made even without entry of a password. If a password is entered, that password is required at the time of restore. If you forget the password, you cannot restore the backup data. Do not forget your password. Write down the password and keep it in a safe place where only you know. 6. When finished, tap OK.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Optional Functions 3. Select Restore from Functionality, then select and tap Storage Card 1 or Storage Card 2 from Media. Select Restore from Functionality. When an SD memory card and a CompactFlash card are inserted in the slots, check which one is Storage Card 1 or Storage Card 2 by looking at the storage capacity of the card. 4. Tap OK to display the Restore password input screen. 5. Enter a password, which was set up for this data backed up.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Optional Functions Deleting a Backup File. 1. Insert the storage card, which contains backup data to delete. 2. Tap , Programs, and then Backup to display the Backup screen. 3. Select Delete Backup File from Functionality, then select and tap Storage Card 1 or Storage Card 2 from Media. Select Delete Backup File from Functionality.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Additional Information TOSHIBA Pocket PC e570 Chapter 9 Additional Information Trouble Shooting Check the following guide for the possible cause of a problem and how to correct it. Symptom Cause Even if the power button is pressed and the power does not turn on. The built-in battery power is Charge the battery. exhausted. The power was suddenly cut off. The built-in battery power is Charge the battery. exhausted. Automatic suspend is active.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Additional Information Symptom Cause Correction The operation is slow in response. Insufficient memory Secure the free memory. Quit the application if it is not in use. Some malfunction Reset the system. If no action is observed after resetting the system, initialize the system. (However, the data will be deleted.) The screen was tapped, but Some malfunction there is no response. The operation button does not work either. Reset the system.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Additional Information Resetting Reset is equal to “Restart” of a desktop computer. Carry out the reset in such unusual case as when a button or tapping the scrfeen does not respond. When your Pocket PC is reset, all data that was not stored during operation will be deleted. If the function cannot be restored even if the reset button is pressed, initialize your Pocket PC. ■ When the power is on, press the reset switch with the stylus , then release.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Additional Information Specifications External dimensions 77.5(W) x 17.5(D) x 125(H)mm (excluding protrusion part) Operating conditions Temperature: 0°C to 40°C, Humidity: 30 to 80% RH, when only the Pocket PC is operating Temperature capable of charging: 5°C to 35°C Built-in battery Type Continuing operating time Memory keeping time Advanced Lithium Ion battery Approx. 8 hours.
Version 1 Last Saved on 19/10/01 11:52 Additional Information Interfaces CF card slot SD card slot Infrared port Stereo headphone jack Cradle connection port AC adaptor jack AC adaptor Possible to insert CompactFlash card or CF+Card. Applicable only to Type I/Type II, 3.3V Possible to insert SD memory card or SDI/O card Note: The security function of the SD memory card is not usable. Data encrypted by the SD memory card security function-compatible equipment is not usable. Based on IrDA Ver.1.
