Compaq 1500 Reference Manual

notice. COMPAQ COMPUTER CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN; NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL. This reference guide contains information protected by copyright. No part of this reference guide may be photocopied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from Compaq Computer Corporation. © 1999 Compaq Computer Corporation. All rights reserved. COMPAQ, AERO and the Compaq logo are registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Microsoft, MS, ActiveSync, Active Desktop, Outlook, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows CE logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft products are licensed to OEMs by Microsoft Licensing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation. The software described in this reference guide is furnished under a Program License Agreement or nondisclosure agreement. The software may be used or copied only in accordance with the terms of such agreement. Product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective companies. REFERENCE GUIDE Aero 1500 Series Palm-size PC First Edition August 1999 Compaq Computer Corporation

preface: Before You Begin chapter 1: Introducing the Device chapter 2: Basic Operations chapter 3: Using Power chapter 4: Software Functions chapter 5: Backup and Restore chapter 6: Pocket Outlook chapter 7: Voice Recorder chapter 8: Note Taker chapter 9: Picture Viewer chapter 10: AudiblePlayer chapter 11: Infrared Feature chapter 12: CompactFlash Cards chapter 13: ActiveSync chapter 14: Channels chapter 15: Getting Connected Remotely chapter 16: Upgrading the Memory Module chapter 17: Using Jot Character Recognizer chapter 18: Tips & Troubleshooting appendix A: Hardware Specifications appendix B: Icon Reference appendix C: Regulatory Notices

Before using your Compaq Aero 1500 Series, be sure to read through the Quick Start Guide. Read this chapter for information about: documentation and online help customer registration symbols and conventions used in this guide FINDING INFORMATION References are provided as printed materials and as online information that is accessible from your desktop computer and your Aero 1500. In addition to this guide the following references come with your Aero 1500: Quick Start Guide Pocket Reference Guide Accessories Information Accessories Business Card Important Safety Information Register Now Card (North America only) For Help... (warranty and service information) Program License Agreement Microsoft® ActiveSync booklet (with Microsoft ActiveSync CD)

Name Location Palm-size PC Help Compaq Aero 1500. Tap Startà àHelp. Microsoft ActiveSync Help On your desktop computer. Install the Microsoft ActiveSync software. Next, click on the Microsoft ActiveSync icon on your desktop, then click Helpà àActiveSync Help. Microsoft Palm-size PC Home Page www.microsoft.com/ windowsce/ppc Compaq Aero 1500 Home Page www.compaq.com/ products/

To quickly find the information you’re looking for, use this table as a starting point. To Find Information About: Look Here: Using the programs on your Compaq Aero 1500 Compaq Aero 1500 Reference Guide Palm-size PC Help Synchronizing and exchanging files with your desktop computer Microsoft ActiveSync Help. ActiveSync Help also includes troubleshooting information on connections. Palm-size PC Help The booklet accompanying the Microsoft ActiveSync CD Toolbar buttons and dialog box items Tap and hold on a toolbar button or dialog box item to see its name or a short description. Drag off the toolbar button or item before lifting to avoid activating it. Information on this release of Windows CE and ActiveSync Read Me files (located in the ActiveSync folder on your desktop computer). Information on Aero 1500 accessories and how to order them Accessories Information Accessories Business Card The latest information and offers for your Aero 1500 device and accessories Aero 1500 Home Page (www.compaq.com/ products/)

To receive the latest information on your Compaq Aero 1500 Series, as well as special offers on device accessories and software, be sure to register with Compaq by completing and mailing the Register Now card included with your Palm-size PC. Outside of North America Outside of North America, use the Compaq Info Messenger service to obtain Internet and e-mail access to the latest software updates and service documentation for your device. Once you register with this free service at www.compaq.com/ infomessenger and build your profile(s), Info Messenger searches the Compaq Web site and collects information specific to your Compaq Aero 1500 environment. Info Messenger then sends an e-mail alerting you when new and/or updated information is available on a Compaq customized Web page.

Some or all of the following format conventions may be used in this guide to distinguish elements of text: Names of menus, commands and icons are shown in bold type as they appear on the display, for example, Start, Close all tasks, Q. An arrow is used to separate icons or menu options that you should select in succession, for example, tap Startà àSettingsà àOwner. WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life. CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information. NOTE: Text set off in this manner presents commentary, sidelights, or interesting points of information. IMPORTANT: Text set off in this manner presents clarifying information or specific instructions.

Welcome to the high-performance world of the ultraslim Compaq Aero 1500 Series (referred to as the "device" throughout this reference guide). Powered by Microsoft's Windows CE operating system, the Compaq Aero 1500 Series is designed to provide you quick and convenient access to critical information while away from your PC. The world's smallest Windows CE powered Palm-size PC, the Aero 1500 fits neatly in your pocket and acts as a mobile extension to your PC, letting you access and organize important information such as your contacts, schedule and task list wherever you go. The Aero 1500 features a crisp, high-resolution display that greatly enhances the clarity of text and graphics so that you can view more information at a glance. Because its Windows CE interface closely emulates the Windows interface on your PC, the Compaq Aero 1500 Series is the most intuitive way to stay productive and access, organize and exchange information with a Windows-based PC. This chapter describes the following features: front side components left side components right side components top edge components bottom edge components back side components cradle components and auto-sync cable

– ™ — ˜ š Front Side Item Component Function – Battery Charge and Alarm Light The indicator light on the top of the device serves as both a battery charge indicator and a visual alarm indicator. Flashing green: Notification alarm signal. Flashing amber: Battery is charging. Solid amber: Battery is fully charged. For more information, see "Charging the Battery Pack" in Chapter 3, and "Setting Notification Alarms" in Chapter 4. Continued

Item Component Function The program buttons on the front panel of the device are used to open some of the most frequently used applications. You can change the shortcuts of the program buttons so that they open different applications. For more information, see "Program Buttons" in Chapter 6. Opens the Calendar application. Opens the Contacts application. Opens the Tasks application. — Program Buttons Opens the Note Taker application. ˜ Power and Backlight Button The Power and Backlight button is used to turn on and off your device and the screen backlight. Press and release the button to turn on or off the device. Press and hold the button for one second to toggle on or off the backlight. ™ Display The Aero 1500 Series features a crisp, high-resolution, STN-type monochrome display that greatly enhances the clarity of text and graphics so that you can view more information at a glance. Its large viewable area (320 x 240 pixels) lets you see more and do more. Continued

Item Component Function š Microphone The two small holes at the top of the device are the microphone for the built-in Voice Recorder. For more information, see Chapter 7, "Voice Recorder."

– — ˜ Left Side Item Component Function – Voice Recorder Button You can record brief notes and messages by speaking into the built-in microphone while holding down the voice recorder button. For more information, see Chapter 7, "Voice Recorder." — Dial/Action Button This is a wheel with three functions. Rotate the dial up to cause an upward scrolling action while you are using an application. Rotate the dial down to cause a downward scrolling action while you are using an application. Press the center of the dial to use it as an action button, much like the Enter key on a full-sized PC keyboard. ˜ Exit Button Press this button to exit a window within an application. The Exit button is similar to the Esc key on a full-size PC keyboard.

– — Right Side Item Component Function – Backup Battery Compartment The system relies on a coin-sized backup battery to maintain data when the main battery pack is low or unavailable. Open the cover of the backup battery compartment to access the backup battery. For more information, see "Backup Battery" in Chapter 3. — DC Jack The DC jack allows you to connect to external power with the supplied AC adapter. For more information, see "Using AC Power" in Chapter 3.

Top Edge Item Component Function – Infrared Port You can use the infrared port to exchange data with other infrared-equipped devices. The infrared port can transmit at speeds up to 115 Kb per second. For more information, see Chapter 11, "Infrared Feature." — Audio Jack The audio jack lets you connect an earplug to your Compaq Aero 1500. ˜ CompactFlash Card Slot The CompactFlash slot is protected by a removable cover. The slot supports Type I CompactFlash cards. For more information, see Chapter 12, "CompactFlash Cards." ™ Stylus and Stylus Compartment The stylus compartment stores the stylus when it’s not in use. Pull the stylus up to release it from the compartment. When you are finished using the stylus, insert it back into the compartment and gently press it down. ™ ˜ — –

Bottom Edge Item Component Function – Communications Port The communications port establishes a connection with the serial port of your desktop PC. You can connect the Aero 1500 to a PC by using a cradle or an auto-sync cable. For information on using the communications port to establish a connection to a PC, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer. — Battery Cover Release Button This button allows you to access the main battery. Press the recessed button with your stylus to open the battery compartment cover. – —

– ™ š — ˜ Back Side Item Component Function – Memory Compartment The memory compartment holds the memory module installed in the device. For more information, see Chapter 15, "Upgrading the Memory Module." — Battery Compartment The battery compartment holds the rechargeable battery pack. For more information, see "Rechargeable Battery Pack" in Chapter 3. ˜ Backup Battery Cover Release Button The Backup Battery Cover Release button is recessed inside the case of the device. This button allows you to access the backup battery. To pop open the backup battery compartment cover on the adjacent edge, use the tip of the stylus to press the button. Continued

Item Component Function ™ Speaker The system sounds alarms and plays back sound recordings through this speaker. The Reset button is recessed inside the case of the device. Occasionally, some hardware or software malfunctions can prevent the device from responding. To get the device working again, use the tip of the stylus to press the Reset button. For more information, see "Resetting Your Device" in Chapter 3. š Reset Button CAUTION: When you use the Reset button, you will lose any data that has not been saved.

AUTO-SYNC CABLE Your Compaq Aero 1500 comes with a cradle. You can also buy an auto- sync cable separately. Both accessories can be used to establish a link between the Aero 1500 and a desktop computer. – ˜ Cradle Item Component Function – Cradle The cradle links your Aero 1500 to your desktop computer. You can also recharge the main unit's battery by docking the main unit in the cradle while the cradle is attached to external power. — Stylus Holder The stylus holder acts as a convenient storing place for your stylus when you are using your Aero 1500 with your cradle. Continued —

The fixed auto-sync cable connects your cradle to the desktop PC. When you dock the device into the cradle, the device automatically connects with the desktop PC. (You must install ActiveSync on the desktop PC first.) For more information, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop PC. Using the Cradle Item Component Function ™ AC Adapter The AC adapter connects the cradle to external power. For more information, see "Using AC Power" in Chapter 3. š DC Jack The DC jack allows you to connect to external power via the supplied AC adapter. ™ š

Item Component Function › Auto-sync Cable (Accessory) The auto-sync cable allows you to make a direct connection from the communications port on your device to the serial port on your desktop PC. ›

In-depth information on each of the individual operations described can be found elsewhere in this reference guide. This chapter describes the following features: using the stylus programs Active Desktop start menu and taskbar command bar typing and writing on your device finding information on your device viewing information on your device customizing your device adjusting the backlight

The Compaq Aero 1500 Series has a touch-sensitive screen. It allows you to use your stylus to interact with the device. With the Aero 1500 Series, you can input data using the full screen area. When it's not in use, the stylus is stored inside a compartment located at the top edge of your device. Pull up the stylus to free it from the stylus compartment. When you are finished using the stylus, reinsert it into the compartment and gently press it down. Using the Stylus CAUTION: Do not touch the screen with sharp objects or any other type of writing instrument. It can damage the screen. The stylus tip can also be used to open the battery compartment cover, the backup battery compartment cover, or to press the Reset button.

Series. You can switch to any program by selecting from the Start menu or the Q Menu, or by pressing a program button on the device. The programs listed below are installed on your device. Program Description ActiveSync Synchronizes your desktop computer and your device. AudiblePlayer Lets you listen to audio recordings. Auto Run Allows specialized programs stored on a CompactFlash card to run automatically. Calendar Allows you to review or change your appointments. CF Backup/Restore Allows you to backup and restore data with a CompactFlash card. Channels Downloads data to your device. Connections Connects to other computers or the Internet. Contacts Keeps track of your friends and colleagues. Diagnostics Allows you to test various functions of your Aero 1500. File Explorer Lets you manage and navigate among your files. Game Keys Converts the application launch keys into directional keys so that you can play games. Inbox Sends and receives e-mail. Note Taker Creates handwritten or typed notes and drawings. PC Link Initiates a connection with your desktop computer. Picture Viewer Allows you to view images on your Aero 1500. Solitaire Entertains you while you are on the road. Continued

access the Q Menu. Q Menu Allows you to switch between tasks, close tasks and view QUtilities. QUtilities Allows you to access several important setting controls. Tasks Allows you to review and change your task list. Voice Recorder Allows you to record a memo. You don't have to close programs on your device. Simply switch to another program you want to use. To switch between open programs, tap the Q icon on the taskbar, then the desired program from the program list. NOTE: The pre-installed programs on your device are stored in ROM (read-only memory) and cannot be removed or lost. You can install additional software that will be placed in RAM (random access memory). Programs placed in RAM can be removed. See ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer for information on installing third party software.

appointments and tasks. Active Desktop Screen

Startà àSettingsà àDisplayà àDisplay Active Desktop. Display Properties Screen

Use the Start menu on the taskbar to open programs, adjust settings, find information, and view Help for the current program. Start Menu On the taskbar, you can also do the following:

status area. For icon descriptions, see Appendix B, "Icon Reference."Low battery messages are also displayed on your screen. For information on optimizing battery life, see "Conserving Battery Power" in Chapter 3. You can change what you see on the Start menu and taskbar by tapping Startà àSettingsà àTaskbar. COMMAND BAR The command bar at the top of the device screen includes both menu names and toolbar buttons. You can decide which you want to display. Command Bar

With your Aero 1500 Series, you can quickly type, write, and draw in the way that’s most convenient for you. You can type with the keyboard, write using character recognition, or write and draw directly on the screen using your stylus. In Note Taker, and in notes that you attach to entries in Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks, you can use your stylus to write on the screen. You can enter information in any program on your device by typing with the keyboard or writing using character recognition. First, select the input method you want to use in your device’s input panel. Tap the Input Method arrow to see your choices. Type with the keyboard To type, tap the Input Method arrow and select Keyboard. Then tap the keys with your stylus. Typing with the Keyboard

àSettingsà àInput Panel. Select Keyboard as the input method, then tap Options. Enable swipe shortcuts (gestures) on your keyboard so that you can: Insert a space by swiping across the keyboard from left to right. Delete a character by swiping across the keyboard from right to left. Enter a carriage return by swiping the keyboard from top to bottom. Enter the character in uppercase by starting on a key and swiping up. Write using character recognition You can write using the character recognition software CIC® Jot™. Tap the Input Method arrow and select Jot Character Recognizer. When you write a letter in the box, your handwritten character is converted to typed text that appears on the screen.

how to write letters, tap the Help button for an online demonstration or see Chapter 17, "Using Jot Character Recognizer." NOTE: Drag your stylus across the panel horizontally from right to left to delete a character. Drag from left to right to type a space.

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 device, the more words it learns to anticipate. Using the Word Completion Function To customize the suggested words, tap Startà àSettingsà àInput Panel, and select the Word Completion tab.

Tap Startà àFind. Enter the text you want to find, select a data type, then tap OK to start the search. Finding Information Screen VIEWING INFORMATION Most programs provide a list view, showing the items or files you’ve already created in that program. You can display the list in the manner that’s most helpful for you. You can sort the list on a particular column by tapping the column heading. In Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks, you can assign entries to particular categories then filter the list to show a specific category. In Note Taker, Voice Recorder, and Inbox, you can place files or messages in folders, then filter the list to show only the files or messages in a specific folder.

You can adjust your Aero 1500 Series' settings to suit the way you work. Select Startà àSettings to see the settings available on your device. You might want to adjust the following: Item Description Asset Viewer Access detailed information about your Aero 1500 as well as your owner information. Buttons Associate program buttons with specific programs and adjust the Up/Down control. Communications Set the name and customize settings for connecting to a desktop computer. Dialing Adjust dialing location settings and dialing patterns. Display Adjust Active Desktop and backlight settings. Input Panel Customize the input method and set word completion settings. Owner Enter contact information in case your device is misplaced. Password Limit access to your device. Power Maximize battery life. Regional Settings Customize the appearance of numbers, currency values, times, and dates. Remove Programs Uninstall a program. Stylus Recalibrate your screen or adjust double-tap sensitivity. System Adjust memory allocation between storage memory and program memory. Taskbar Customize the Taskbar and Start menu. Volume & Sounds Customize or turn off sounds. World Clock Set the date and time for your location and a second location. NOTE: Some settings are adjustable from the Q Menu and QUtilities. For

For information on a particular setting, you can do either of the following: Open the setting, tap Startà àHelp. Open the setting, then tap and hold on the label of the item on which you want more information. Display Properties Screen

The Aero 1500 Series' backlight lets you view text and graphics clearly whether you're indoors or outdoors, in a dim study or at a brightly lit worksite. There are three ways to turn on and off the backlight: using the Power and Backlight button, tapping the light bulb icon on the taskbar, and using the Q Menu. Using the Power and Backlight Button You can use the Power and Backlight button on the front of your device to turn the backlight on and off. Press and hold the Power and Backlight button for one second to toggle on or off the backlight. Using the Light Bulb Icon You can use the light bulb icon on the taskbar to turn on or off the backlight. Tap the icon to toggle between its two settings: Icon Meaning The backlight is on. The backlight is off.

You can adjust even more settings using the Q Menu. Tap the Q icon on the taskbar, then tap Backlight. (If the Q icon does not appear on your taskbar, tap Startà àQLaunch). Backlight Menu You can perform the following actions: Tap On to turn on the backlight. Tap Off to turn off the backlight. Tap Disable to turn off the backlight and remove the light bulb icon from the taskbar. Tap Reverse to toggle on and off reverse backlight mode. In reverse backlight mode, when the backlight is turned on the device will display dark text on a white back ground in dimly lit environments, and white text on a dark background in brightly lit environments.

the drop-down menus to set the amount of idle time before the backlight turns off when the device is using battery power or external power. Setting the Backlight Timeout After the timeout has turned off the backlight, any screen tap or button activation will turn the backlight on again.

removable battery pack that can power the device wherever you go. In addition, the device has a small backup battery. The backup battery maintains the data stored on RAM memory when the main battery pack is fully discharged or while you are changing one battery pack for another battery pack. The battery pack can be recharged by connecting the device to a power outlet with the supplied AC adapter. You can also recharge the battery pack by placing the device in the cradle while the cradle is connected to a power outlet with the supplied AC adapter. This chapter describes the following features: rechargeable battery pack charging the battery pack backup battery conserving battery power using AC power resetting your device

For mobile computing, your Aero 1500 Series draws power from a rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack. When the battery is fully charged, it can store enough energy to power your device for several hours. If you use heavy power-using features such as the screen backlight, you will discharge the battery faster. If you frequently use the device with battery power for a long duration exceeding several hours, you may want to purchase a spare battery. Changing the Battery Pack To remove and replace the battery pack in your Aero 1500 Series, follow the steps below. Before removing the battery, always verify that the coin- sized backup battery is installed in the device and has a rating of Low to Good. CAUTION: The backup battery maintains the data held in your Aero 1500 Series whenever the battery is low, or if the battery pack is removed. The backup battery is not rechargeable, so when you change battery packs, do not cause an unnecessary drain on the backup battery by leaving the device without a battery pack for more than a short period of time. Turn off the device. Turn over the device and use your stylus to press the recessed button below the battery cover on the bottom edge of the device –. The cover will pop up. Grasp the cover and pull it up at a 45-degree angle to disengage it from the two latches at the top of the battery compartment —. Remove the cover completely. Remove the battery from the battery compartment.

Place the new battery into the compartment ˜ as indicated by the icon inside the compartment. Inserting the Battery Pack Reinsert the battery cover at a 45-degree angle to engage its two tabs into the latches at the top of the compartment, then press down to snap it into place. – ˜ —

device to power on. If the inserted battery is new, connect the device to the AC adapter and charge the battery for three hours, until it is fully charged. Checking the Battery Pack Charge When you are working with your Aero 1500 Series and using battery power, you can monitor the charge held in the battery pack by using the Power Properties window. To display the Power Properties window: Tap Startà àSettingsà àPower or Qà àPower. (Tap Startà àQLaunch to make the Q icon appear on the taskbar.) If the battery pack is low on charge, the battery icon appears on the taskbar. You can display the Power Properties window by tapping the battery icon on the taskbar. Power Properties (Battery Tab) Screen

are using the battery pack. If you have connected the AC adapter, the window shows the recharging status of the battery. NOTE: If you have just powered on your Aero 1500 Series, or disconnected it from AC power, the battery gauge may appear blank. Wait a few moments before checking the battery pack charge. Low Rechargeable Battery Indicators When the charge level in the battery pack becomes low, the battery icon appears in the taskbar. The battery icon gives a graphic representation of the amount of charge remaining in the battery pack. Icon Meaning Main battery is low. Main battery is very low. External (AC) power source is connected and/or main battery is charging. Note that when the charge level in the battery pack gets very low, an exclamation mark (!) appears beside the battery icon. Shortly after the battery icon explanation mark appears, a warning message appears to explain that the device cannot continue operating because of insufficient battery charge, and the device shuts down. NOTE: To save power, the backlight is automatically disabled when the exclamation mark (!) appears beside the battery icon.

When the battery icon appears in the task bar, be aware that the battery pack charge level is low. If you can’t connect the AC adapter or install a spare charged battery pack, you may continue working but avoid using heavy power-consuming features such as the screen backlight or CompactFlash cards. When the exclamation mark (!) appears beside the battery icon, save any unsaved data you are working on and turn off the device. Don’t try to restart the device until you have connected to a power outlet using the AC adapter or you have replaced the discharged battery pack with a fully charged battery pack. CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK You can recharge the Aero 1500 Series battery pack by: Connecting the AC adapter directly to your device. Connecting the AC adapter to the cradle and docking the device into the cradle. NOTE: There is no requirement to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging and there is no requirement to continue charging a battery pack until it is fully charged. If you purchase a replacement or a spare battery back, always give it a full charge the first time that you use it.

Connect the device to a wall outlet – using the AC adapter —. You can connect the DC connector ˜ from the AC adapter directly to the device, Charging the Battery Using the AC Adapter Directly or, you can connect it to the desktop cradle and dock the device into the cradle. Charging the Battery Using the Cradle – — ˜

to connect to external power. If you do not, you may damage your Aero 1500. WARNING: Do not attempt to connect a second AC adapter to the device's DC jack if the device is already docked in a cradle that is connected to a wall outlet. The amber battery charge light ™ begins flashing to indicate that battery charging is underway. If the battery is completely discharged, the battery will receive a full charge in 2 to 3 hours. If you have turned on your device while the battery is charging, it might take up to 4 hours for the battery to receive a full charge. Battery Charge Light When the battery pack is fully charged, the battery charging light stops flashing and the amber LED remains on. Useful Battery Life The removable battery pack is rated to remain useful for at least 300 cycles of charging and discharging. Beyond this time, the battery will become less efficient and progressively begin to store less charge. When you notice that your battery begins to hold less charge, replace it with a new Compaq-approved battery pack. ™

local regulations regarding the safe disposal of batteries. Your Compaq vendor can advise you on local regulations, and/or the existence of any battery disposal programs in operation. In North America, dispose of lithium-ion batteries by taking advantage of the Compaq battery recycling program. You will be provided with a postage-paid battery pack mailer preaddressed to a reclamation facility where the metals are recycled. Batteries/battery packs and accumulators should not be disposed of together with the general household waste. In order to forward them to recycling or proper disposal, please use the public collection system or return them to Compaq, your authorized Compaq partners, or their agents. Some important points to remember are: There is a danger of explosion and risk of personal injury if the battery is incorrectly replaced or mistreated. Do not attempt to disassemble the battery, immerse it in water or dispose of it in fire. Replace only with the battery designated for this product. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.

battery (CR2032). This battery maintains the integrity of the data stored in RAM memory whenever the main battery pack is fully discharged, or whenever the main battery pack is not installed in the device. The backup battery is installed in a compartment located on the right side of your device –. – Backup Battery Compartment The backup battery is not rechargeable, but in normal use, it should have enough charge to last for a year or more. Follow the guidelines below to maintain the backup battery: Whenever the main battery pack is fully discharged, recharge it at the earliest opportunity. If you have two main battery packs, try to always keep a charged battery inside your Compaq Palm-size PC. When you exchange the battery packs, make sure the device is without a main battery pack for just a short period of time. If you will not be using your device for several days or more, first back up your data to your computer, then make sure that the battery pack is charged by keeping the device connected to AC power. CAUTION: Failure to keep the main battery charged, or the Aero 1500 connected to AC power, can cause the backup battery to discharge and the eventual loss of data stored in RAM memory.

When the backup battery becomes low, the backup battery icon appears in the taskbar. Icon Meaning Backup battery is low. Backup battery is very low. Note that when the charge level in the battery pack gets very low, an exclamation mark (!) appears beside the battery icon. The Aero 1500 will also display a message to alert you. The message recurs periodically until you have replaced the backup battery. When you see this message, obtain a new backup battery (CR2032) at your earliest convenience. In the interim period, be sure to make a full backup of the data held in your Aero 1500, and take steps to make sure that you avoid fully discharging the main battery pack. Changing the Backup Battery Change the backup battery in your Aero 1500 Series as follows: Verify that the device is installed with a main battery pack with a charge rating of Low to Good. Turn off the device and turn it over. Use the tip of the stylus – to press the recessed button on the back of the device adjacent to the backup battery compartment —. The cover is hinged at one end and will pop open.

Remove the used backup battery from the backup battery compartment. Insert the new battery ˜ into the compartment, taking care that you correctly replace the battery. The positive terminal of the battery faces upward (i.e., toward the back of the device), as shown on the diagram inside the compartment. Inserting a Backup Battery Close the battery compartment and restart your device. – — ˜ ˜

Real-Time Clock circuit. There is a danger of explosion and risk of personal injury if the battery is incorrectly replaced or mistreated. Do not attempt to recharge the battery, disassemble it, or immerse it in water or dispose of it in fire. Replace only with the battery designated for this product. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. CONSERVING BATTERY POWER The many features of your Aero 1500 Series can consume quite a lot of energy. Some features, such as the screen backlight and CompactFlash cards, use more power than others. When running your system on battery power, turn off or refrain from using those features that use a lot of energy unless necessary. Backlight If you use the backlight, program the device to turn off the backlight whenever the system is idle for a short time. To learn how to set the backlight timer, see "Adjusting the Backlight" in Chapter 2. After it has been turned off by the timer, the backlight will turn on again the next time you tap the screen with your stylus or press a button. Display Contrast For optimum battery performance set the Aero 1500's display contrast to the higher contrast (4-gray scale) setting. To learn how to set the display contrast in the QUtilities, see "Contrast" in Chapter 4.

the services provided by an installed CompactFlash card, such as a fax/modem, consider removing the card while running the system on the battery pack. Infrared Transmissions Infrared transmissions are power consuming. If possible, refrain from transmitting large documents or files through the infrared port while you are using the system on battery power. Active Synchronization Synchronizing the data on your Aero 1500 Series with your desktop computer consumes power. Whenever possible, arrange your synchronization routine so that it is transmitted through the cradle while your system is powered by the AC adapter. Automatic Power Off You can program your Aero 1500 Series to automatically power off whenever it is idle for a short period. If you are running on battery power, it might help to conserve charge if you shorten the interval before the system automatically powers off. Tap Startà àSettingsà àPower, or Qà àPower, then the Power Off tab. (Tap Startà àQLaunch to make the Q icon appear on the taskbar.)

system automatically powers off. Setting the Power Off Timeout NOTE: If you are playing an audio file on your Aero 1500 under battery power, the display will automatically turn off after 1 minute if there has been no input to the device. The display will turn back on once the audio file has finished playing. This power saving feature is not adjustable.

The AC adapter included with your Aero 1500 Series allows you to connect to AC power through a power outlet. While connected to AC power, the device does not use its internal battery pack. Instead, it automatically starts charging the internal battery pack. A plug icon appears in the status area of the taskbar to indicate that the device is connected to external power. When charging the battery, the battery charge light shows the battery charging status. When the AC adapter is connected to the cradle, the cradle can act as a power source for your Aero 1500 Series, and charge the battery. It is not necessary to turn off your Aero 1500 Series before connecting to AC power. The device automatically switches to AC power without interrupting operation. See "Charging the Battery Pack" earlier in this chapter, for information on how to connect your Aero 1500 Series to a power outlet. CAUTION: If you disconnect the external power while the batteries are very low, the device may shut down. Any unsaved data in RAM will be lost. You can restart the device by connecting to AC power or installing a charged battery.

If your Aero 1500 Series locks up and stops responding due to a hardware or software malfunction, you may need to reset your device. Your device can be reset in two ways, depending on the situation. A normal reset does not affect data that has been saved in memory. A full reset erases memory contents and settings. Resetting your device does not affect the operating system. Performing a Normal Reset A normal reset restarts your device much like pressing Ctrl+Alt+Del restarts a computer. To perform a normal reset: Save all work. IMPORTANT: Do not turn off the device as the device must remain on in order to reset. Turn over the device. –  Reset Button

The device automatically restarts. Performing a Full Reset A full reset restarts your device and removes all information stored in RAM memory such as data files and system settings. Perform a full reset if a normal reset does not solve the system lockup or failure. NOTE: If you have saved your data using one of the backup procedures, it is possible to restore your saved data after performing a full reset. To perform a full reset: Disconnect the device from the AC Adapter, if using external power. Turn over the device. Remove both the main battery and the backup battery. Wait at least 1 minute, then replace the batteries. Turn over the device, then press the power button to restart the device. Run through the Setup Wizard again to reestablish your system and calibration settings.

come preinstalled in your Compaq Aero 1500 Series. Other applications can be installed to your device's Random Access Memory (RAM). For instructions on installing applications, refer to ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer. For help using the preinstalled applications, read this section or refer to the online Help supplied with the applications. This chapter describes the following features: using the Asset Viewer using the QUtilities and Q Menu using the owner properties window setting notification alarms setting a password using the File Explorer

This program provides information specific to your Aero 1500 Series, such as model number, serial number, and memory size. It also shows your personal information that you have entered in the Owner Properties window in Settings. This information is useful when making a technical support call and to give system administrators the data needed to understand their inventory. To use the Asset Viewer, tap Startà àSettingsà àAsset Viewer. A screen appears similar to the one below. By selecting a topic from the drop down menu, you can quickly review the current setup of your device. Asset Viewer Screen The drop down menu has the following 5 categories: Identity, Memory, Version, Display, and System. Each category shows a certain amount of information in the box below.

Customizing your Aero 1500 Series is both convenient and easy when you use the Q Menu and the QUtilities. The Q Menu and QUtilities let you quickly access several important setting controls. The Q Menu also lets you switch between, or close, open applications. The QUtilities are located on the Q Menu. Tap the Q icon on the taskbar to access the Q Menu. If you want to remove the Q icon from your taskbar, tap Qà àExit. To restore the Q icon, tap Startà àQLaunch. To change which items appear on the Q Menu, tap Qà àQUtilities and select the Q Menu tab. Any items that you select will appear on the Q Menu. Q Menu Tab in QUtilities

among tasks on your Aero 1500: To close the program that is currently active, tap Close active task. To close all the open programs on your device, tap Close all tasks. NOTE: When you close a task, all unsaved data in that task is lost. Below these two options is a list of running tasks. To switch among running tasks, tap the name of the task you want to go to. Q Menu

your Aero 1500 Series. The Volume utility provides an easy way to adjust the volume of your device. Tap Qà àVolume. Then simply adjust the volume level on the slider. Tap OK to save the new setting and close the window. Volume Slider Power The Power utility on the Q Menu includes both a battery gauge and a timer allowing you to power off the device when it is idle. To access it, tap Qà àPower. On the Battery tab, you can check on the status of your main and backup batteries: The gauges indicate the charge level of the main battery and backup battery. The main battery icon indicates whether the device is connected to external power and the main battery is charging. For more information, see "Checking the Battery Pack Charge" in Chapter 3.

save energy, which can extend your battery life. The timeout powers off your device after it has been idle for a predetermined amount of time. To adjust the timeout feature: Use the drop-down menus to set the length of idle time before the device powers off when your device is running on battery power and external power. If you want to deactivate the external power timeout, click on the check box to uncheck it. For more information, see "Conserving Battery Power" in Chapter 3. File Explorer The File Explorer on the Q Menu lets you navigate and organize your files as well as browse shared network resources and connect to those resources. To access the File Explorer, tap Qà àFile Explorer. For more information, see "Using File Explorer" later this chapter. Contrast The Contrast utility on the Q Menu allows you to adjust the display contrast of your Aero 1500 for easy viewing in any lighting environment. To adjust the display contrast: Tap Qà àContrast. Adjust the slider until the contrast is suitable, then tap OK.

quality, or higher contrast. Higher picture quality sets the display to 16- gray scale while Higher contrast sets the display to 4-gray scale and maximizes battery performance. To change this setting: Save all unsaved data. Tap Qà àContrast. Select Higher picture quality or Higher contrast, then tap OK. Tap Reset for the new setting to take effect. Contrast Tab Backlight You can turn on and off the backlight, set the backlight mode, and adjust the backlight timeout setting using the Backlight option on the Q Menu. To access it, tap Qà àBacklight. For more information, see "Adjusting the Backlight" in Chapter 2.

on a CompactFlash card to begin running automatically as soon as the card is inserted. You can disable this function by tapping Qà àQUtilitiesà àAuto Runà àDisable, then tapping OK. You can also manually run a specialized program stored on an inserted CF card. On the Auto Run tab, tap Restart. For more information, see Chapter 12, "CompactFlash Cards." Auto Run Tab

system diagnostic tool. Use this tool to verify any problems that you may have experienced on your device. Before running the diagnostics tool, close all open programs by tapping Qà àClose all tasks. If you have enabled password protection at power-on, disable this by tapping Startà àSettingsà àPassword. Enter your password, then deselect the Enable password check box. If you have enabled display owner identification at power-on, disable this by tapping Startà àSettingsà àOwner. Deselect the Display owner identification check box. Tap Qà àQUtilitiesà àDiagnostics tab. Diagnostics Tab

Next. NOTE: The "IR transfer" test item is an internal infrared functionality test. You do not need to set up another IR device to test this item. Tap Start. The device will reset (unless you have disabled this option), and the test will start automatically. Follow the instructions to complete the test. NOTE: When Diagnostics finishes running, it displays the result of each test item. You can also choose to save the results as a log file. This is stored in My Documents on your device. Reset your password and owner identification settings. To read the Diagnostics log file on your Compaq Aero 1500 Series, follow these steps: In Note Taker, tap Toolsà àOptionsà àFile tab. Select Show all file types. Tap OK. Double tap on the DIAGNOSTICS file. To read the diagnostics log file on your desktop PC, follow these steps: Connect your device to your desktop PC, then use ActiveSync to copy the file from My Documents on your device, to your desktop PC. On your desktop PC, open the DIAGNOSTICS.log file in WordPad. CF Backup/Restore The CF Backup utility in the QUtilities lets you back up and restore data using a CompactFlash storage card. To access it, tap Qà àQUtilitiesà àCF Backup tab. For more information, see Chapter 5, "Backup and Restore."

applications with ease on the Aero 1500. This feature switches the program buttons to directional controls, letting you move up, down, left, and right within a game. To use the program buttons as directional controls, tap Qà àQUtilities, select the Game Keys tab, then select Enable. There is no need to reset your device after enabling or disabling the Game Keys feature. When the Game Keys are enabled, an arrow icon appears on the taskbar. You can quickly disable the Game Keys by tapping the arrow icon then tapping Disable. The buttons are reprogrammed as illustrated below: Game Keys Tab

The Owner Properties window allows you to display personal identification information on the Active Desktop and in Asset Viewer. To enter your information in the Owner Properties window, follow these steps: Tap Startà àSettingsà àOwner. Type the requested information in each box. To view this information as a welcome screen every time you start the device, select the Display owner identification box at the bottom of the screen. You can adjust your owner information by tapping on this welcome screen. SETTING NOTIFICATION ALARMS You can set up notification alarms on your Aero 1500 Series. The device alerts you of important appointments or reminders with the following alarms: Flashing green alarm light on the top of the device. Pop-up message on the display. Audio alarm You can choose the manner to be notified for each particular appointment or reminder. When you set an alarm, tap the alarm icon to set the Notification Options. You can install an alarm using the following three applications: the World Clock, Calendar and Tasks. An alarm set in the World Clock recurs on a daily basis. An alarm set in the Calendar or Tasks occurs once on a given date and time.

To set an alarm for an event in your Calendar, add the calendar entry you want to be reminded of, and set the alarm by checking the Remind me box. You can set the alarm properties by tapping on the alarm icon, then tapping the Reminder Options button. For more information on setting an alarm through the Calendar, see the Help installed on the device. Appointment Screen

To set a general alarm, tap Startà àSettingsà àWorld Clock, then tap the Alarms tab. Use the drop down menus to set the alarm, then tap the Alarm Clock icon on the right side of the menu to set the Notification Options. World Clock (Alarms Tab) Screen

To help protect against unauthorized use of your Aero 1500 Series, password security is provided. For immediate protection, Compaq recommends setting up the password security through the Password utility in the Settings of your device as soon as possible. If set, your login password must be entered to access Windows CE. This occurs each time that you turn on your device. CAUTION: Choose a password that's easy to remember. If you forget it, you must perform a full reset to use your device again. A full reset restarts your device and removes all information that was stored in memory, such as your data files and your system settings. To set your login password, follow these steps: On your device, tap Startà àSettingsà àPassword. If a password has been previously set, the Enter Password dialog appears. Enter the password and tap the OK button. This gives you access to the rest of the Password application. This step is necessary only if a password has been previously set. To set a new password or change an existing password, type the new password into the Password box, then into the Confirm box. Enable the login password by checking the Enable password protection at power-on box. This causes a password prompt to appear each time you turn on the device. Save your new settings by tapping OK. Your login password is now set. The login password screen appears each time you turn on your device.

Use File Explorer to navigate among and manage the files stored on your Aero 1500 Series. To access the File Explorer, tap Qà àFile Explorer. (If the Q icon does not appear on the taskbar, tap Startà àQLaunch.) A split screen will appear. The top half of the screen contains a complete hierarchical list of all the folders on your device. The bottom half of the screen contains a list of the items contained within the folder that is selected in the top half of the screen. File Explorer Screen To make either half of the screen larger, use your stylus to tap and drag the divider up or down.

View menu. Selecting the Details option in the View menu allows you to view information about highlighted items, such as file size, file type, and the date the file was last modified. Navigating among Your Files You can navigate among the folders and files on your Aero 1500. In the top half of the screen, tap the plus sign (+) to the left of the folder's name to open a folder. When the folder is open, you can view its contents in the bottom half of the screen. Tap the minus sign (-) to the left of the folder's name to close the folder. In the bottom half of the screen, you can double-tap a folder's name to view its contents. Double-tap a file's name to open that file. Organizing Your Files Use the File and Edit menus to organize the folders and files on your device. In the File menu, you can: Create a new folder or shortcut. Open, delete, rename, or view the properties of a highlighted folder or file. (Tap the item's name to highlight it.) In the Edit menu, you can: Cut, copy, or paste a highlighted item. (Tap the item's name to highlight it.) Paste a shortcut. Select all the items displayed in the bottom half of the screen.

The File Explorer is also useful if your Aero 1500 is connected to a network via your desktop computer. File Explorer allows you to browse shared network resources and connect to those resources provided you have the rights to do so. You must have established a network connection by either dial-up or LAN card. You must have pre-configured RAS on the desktop to allow RAS clients to access the entire network. For more information see "Connecting to a Network" in Chapter 15, and ActiveSync Help on your desktop PC. To browse the network, use Network Neighborhood in the top pane. You can use the Tools menu to configure, map, or disconnect your network connection, or to find an individual computer on the network. To map a network connection, tap Toolsà àMap Network Connection. The mapped connections are visible under Remote Folders in the top pane. Mapped network connections are restored the next time a new network connection is made when File Explorer is running.

The Aero 1500 Series stores your personal information, data you have entered, and third-party applications you have installed, in the device’s RAM (random access memory). However, a power loss or other disruption of power can cause your data to be lost. You can back up and restore your device's data using the following utilities: ActiveSync Backup/Restore. Use this ActiveSync utility to periodically back up your device's data onto your desktop computer’s hard drive. You can manually back up data or set this utility to back up automatically each time you connect to your Palm-size PC. For more information, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop PC. CF Backup/Restore. This utility, preinstalled on your Aero 1500 Series, lets you back up and restore your entire Palm-size PC memory contents to a CompactFlash storage card (purchased separately). You can then carry a CompactFlash card–based copy of your data with you at all times for quick retrieval. NOTE: To avoid losing your data in the event that your Palm-size PC is lost, stolen, or becomes defective, Compaq recommends periodic backups to the desktop computer or a CompactFlash card. Depending on your usage, you may want to perform a backup as often as once a day. This chapter describes the following features: using CF Backup/Restore backing up data to a CF card restoring data from a CF card

Use CF Backup/Restore to save the entire contents of your Aero 1500 Series memory to a CompactFlash storage card (purchased separately), which can be carried everywhere your device goes for easy retrieval while on the road. NOTE: These utilities are designed for use with CompactFlash storage cards that are approved by Microsoft as Windows CE 2.0 compatible. You should use a card at least as big as your device's RAM (Random Access Memory) size, e.g., 16 or 24 MB. For information on ordering a Compaq CompactFlash storage card, see the Accessories Information flier included in the shipping box. For a list of other Compaq-tested CompactFlash cards, visit the Compaq Aero 1500 Series home page at www.compaq.com/products. BACKING UP DATA TO A CF CARD Each time you use the CF Backup utility, your data files, databases, preferences, Windows CE system data, and applications are copied to the CompactFlash storage card. The subdirectories on your Aero 1500 Series are also duplicated on the storage card. To perform a backup: Connect to external power or verify that you have good batteries in your device. Insert the CompactFlash storage card into the card slot on your device, as described in "Inserting a CompactFlash Card" in Chapter 12. Close all active programs before proceeding. Tap Qà àClose all tasks. Tap Qà àQUtilitiesà àCF Backup tab. Tap Backup.

is easy to identify the data and size that is saved to the CompactFlash storage card. CF Backup/Restore Utility (Backup Tab) Screen Tap the Start button to begin the backup process. A status bar reports the data activity until the function is complete. When backup is complete, remove the CompactFlash storage card and keep it close for easy retrieval.

To restore a backup onto your Aero 1500 Series: Turn on the device and insert the CompactFlash storage card into the card slot. Close all active programs before proceeding. Tap Qà àClose all tasks. Tap Qà àQUtilitiesà àCF Backup tab. Tap Restore. Tap the Start button to begin the restore process. A status bar reports the data activity until the function is complete. When the restore process is complete, press the reset button to restart your device. CF Backup/Restore Utility (Restore Tab) Screen

Tasks, and Inbox. Using ActiveSync, you can synchronize information in Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Schedule+, or Microsoft Exchange on your desktop computer with your device. Each time you synchronize, ActiveSync compares the changes you made on your device and desktop computer and updates both computers. For more information on synchronization, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer. Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks have a card view and a list view. The card view is where you enter or view the details for each entry. The list view is where you view all entries. With Inbox, you can send and receive e-mail messages through synchronization with either Outlook or Exchange on your desktop computer, or by connecting directly to your mail server through an ISP or network account. You can switch to these programs at any time by tapping them on the Start menu. Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks can also be started by using the program buttons. NOTE: More information on the procedures described in this chapter, as well as information on additional procedures, can be found in online Help on the device. Tap Startà àHelp, then the item on which you want information.

program buttons Calendar application Contacts Tasks Inbox using Inbox with a remote connection

1500 Series. The program buttons act as shortcuts to frequently used applications so that you can start the application without selecting from the Start menu. NOTE: When a program button shortcuts to an application that has a list view and a card view (such as Contacts or Calendar) you can create a new card by holding the program button down for a few seconds. Icons are inscribed beside the program buttons – to indicate the application that can be started by each of the buttons. Program Buttons –

Opens the Contacts application. Opens the Tasks application. Opens the Note Taker application. Changing the Program Button Shortcuts You can change the shortcuts of the program buttons so that they open different applications. Tap on Startà àSettingsà àButtons. In the Button Properties screen, tap the Program tab. Highlight the button that you want to change by tapping with the stylus. Use the icons to identify the buttons numbered 1 to 5. Note that you can also change the shortcut of the Voice Recorder button. In the Button Assignment drop down menu, select the new application that you want to be associated with the highlighted button by tapping it with the stylus. Tap the OK button to close the Button Properties screen. NOTE: The Game Keys feature in the QUtilities lets you switch the four program buttons to directional controls. For more information, see "Game Keys" in Chapter 4.

Check your appointments in one of several views (Day, Week, Month, Year, and Agenda). Switch among the views by tapping the corresponding command bar button. NOTE: You can display current appointments on your Active Desktop. Tap Startà àSettingsà àDisplayà àActive Desktop, then select Appointments. Calendar Screen Enter the details for an appointment on the appointment card.

holding the Calendar program button. Appointment Screen If you need to schedule a meeting with people who use Outlook, Pocket Outlook, or Schedule+, you can use Calendar to schedule the meeting. When attendees receive a meeting request, they can accept or decline the meeting. If they accept, the meeting is automatically added to their schedule. In addition, their response is automatically sent back to you, and your calendar is updated the next time you connect to your mail server or synchronize with your desktop computer. Before you can send a meeting request, enter e-mail addresses in Contacts and set up Inbox to send and receive messages.

Tap Toolsà àOptions, then select a mail transport. If you send and receive messages using synchronization, select Windows CE Inbox Services. If you connect to an ISP or network, select the service you set up in Inbox. Tap File then Make Meeting. Enter the meeting information. Select the contacts you want to invite. Select other desired options then tap OK. Inbox automatically creates a meeting request and sends it to the attendees the next time you connect to your mail server or synchronize with your desktop computer. NOTE: Your device reminds you about your appointments and meetings by sounding an alarm, flashing the notification light, or displaying a message on the screen. To change how you are notified, tap Toolsà àOptions. Tap the Alarm button, then Reminder Options. CONTACTS 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 IR port of the Aero 1500 Series, you can also quickly share Contacts information with other Windows CE-based mobile device users. NOTE: You can quickly create a contact card by pressing and holding the Contacts program button.

business and personal information. NOTE: To change the type of information that appears in your list, tap Toolsà àCustomize Columns. Contact Details Screen

are displayed in red. Tasks Screen Enter the details for a task on the task card. You can assign a task to a category, and if you associate a date with a task, you can set a reminder for it. Task Details Screen

not marked completed) are displayed in the Active Tasks box in the Agenda view of Calendar. INBOX Use Inbox to send and receive e-mail messages by: Synchronizing messages with Microsoft Exchange or Microsoft Outlook on your desktop computer. Sending and receiving messages using a dial-up connection to an ISP or a network. Synchronize Messages E-mail messages can be synchronized as part of the general synchronization process. During synchronization: Messages are copied from the Inbox folder of Exchange or Outlook on your desktop computer to the Inbox folder on your device. The messages on the two computers are linked, so when you delete a message on your device, it’s deleted from your desktop computer as well the next time you synchronize. Messages in the Outbox folder on your device are transferred to Exchange or Outlook, then sent from those programs. Features available on your desktop computer, such as scheduling meetings and selective downloading of file attachments, are also available on your device. By default, e-mail synchronization is disabled. To enable e-mail synchronization, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer.

In addition to exchanging e-mail messages with your desktop computer, you can send and receive mail from a remote mail server by setting up an e-mail account with an Internet service provider (ISP). NOTE: If you are setting up an ISP, the ISP must use a POP3 mail server and an SMTP mail gateway. You need a modem for your device for dial-up connections. You also need to set up the remote connection on your device using the Connections program. Set up remote mail You can use multiple mail services to receive your mail. For each mail service you intend to use, first set up and name the mail service. If you use the same service to connect to different mailboxes, set up and name each mailbox connection. In Inbox on your device, tap Composeà àOptions, the Services tab, then the Add button. A setup wizard guides you through the steps. Inbox Options Screen The software for creating an ISP connection is already installed on your device.

"Getting Connected Remotely." USING INBOX WITH A REMOTE CONNECTION The mail that you receive using a dial-up connection appears in the Inbox folder on your device, together with the mail you synchronize with your desktop computer. Messages that you receive remotely are linked to your mail server rather than your desktop computer. You can work online, which means that you read and respond to messages while connected to the server. Messages are sent as soon as you tap Send, which saves space on your device. You can also work offline. Once you’ve downloaded new message headers or partial messages, you can disconnect from the server then decide which messages to download completely. The next time you connect, Inbox downloads the complete messages you’ve marked for retrieval and sends the messages you’ve composed.

Inbox Message Screen When you connect to your Internet mail service, by default Inbox downloads only the first 100 lines of each new message to the Inbox folder. No mail attachments are downloaded. When you synchronize with your desktop computer, only the first 50 lines of each new message are downloaded. The original messages remain on the mail server or your desktop computer.

next time you synchronize or connect to your mail service. Select the message, tap Serviceà àRetrieve Full Copy. The icons in the Inbox message list give you visual indications of message status. Inbox Screen You specify your downloading preferences when you set up the service or select your synchronization options. You can change them at any time. To change Inbox delivery options for mail synchronization, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer. To change Inbox delivery options for remote mail, in Inbox on your device, tap Service then the service name. Then tap Service again and tap Properties. You’ll need to download a full message before you can view its attachments.

Your network administrator must enable Microsoft rich text support for any accounts that are accessed by mobile device users. To process meeting requests, download the complete message, either by marking specific messages for downloading or by choosing to download all messages completely during the service setup. In addition, make sure to enable the Meeting Requests option during the service setup. Send messages To compose a new message, tap the New Message button on the toolbar. You can enter an e-mail address in the To box, or select a name from the Address Book. All e-mail addresses entered in the e-mail fields in Contacts appear in the Address Book. To send your message, tap Fileà àSend. Messages are placed in your Outbox folder on your device and are delivered to their destination in one of the following two ways: They are transferred to the Outbox folder in Exchange or Outlook on your desktop computer the next time you synchronize. They are transmitted to your mail server the next time you connect remotely. In Inbox, make sure the appropriate service is selected on the Service menu. Then tap Connect.

thoughts, reminders, and phone numbers. Use it in the way that’s most convenient for you by using the hardware buttons on your device or using the buttons on your screen. NOTE: More information on the procedures described in this topic, as well as information on additional procedures, can be found in online Help on the device. Select Startà àHelp, then the program on which you want information. This chapter describes the following features: using the hardware buttons using the screen buttons settings and organization

You can use the buttons on your device to record and play recordings using only one hand. Item Component Function – Voice Recorder button Press and hold the Voice Recorder button to record. Release to stop recording. — Action button Press the Action button to play. Press again to pause. Press once more to resume. – — Voice Recorder Hardware Buttons Make a recording To Do this Record Press and hold the Voice Recorder program button. You’ll hear one beep when it’s ready to record. Stop recording Release the Voice Recorder program button. You’ll hear two beeps when recording stops.

To Do this Play While the recorded file is selected, press the Action button. Pause/Resume Press the Action button. Stop Press the Exit button (returns to the beginning of the recording). Play all Press the Action button twice (plays all messages in the list). NOTE: If you are playing a recording on your Aero 1500 under battery power, the display will automatically turn off after 1 minute if there has been no input to the device. The display will turn back on once the audio file has finished playing. Navigate To Do this Fast-forward, while playing Press and hold the Up/Down control in the down position. (Mobile Voice files only) Rewind, while playing Press and hold the Up/Down control in the up position. (Mobile Voice files only) Scroll through the list of recordings Press and quickly release the appropriate position on the Up/Down control. IMPORTANT: When using earphones, unplug them from the device before using Voice Recorder to make a recording.

Instead of using the device buttons, you can tap the buttons on your screen to record and play your recordings. A progress bar and a status bar provide visual indications of the process. Voice Recorder Screen NOTE: To skip part of a recording, move the slider to any place in the recording before you play it. If you play a recording that lasts longer than a minute, the device will automatically turn off the screen display after one minute in order to conserve battery charge. You can turn the screen display back on by tapping anywhere on the screen, or by pressing any button (other than the power button). The display turns on automatically when the recording has finished playing.

Adjusting memory If your device runs out of memory while recording, you’ll hear several beeps and see an out-of-memory message on your screen. You can adjust the allocation of memory on your device by tapping Startà àSettingsà à System, then the Memory tab. If you run out of memory frequently, you might consider buying a CompactFlash storage card for your device. NOTE: Voice Recorder uses approximately 8 Kb per second for recording using the default PCM format. For example, a 10-second note uses approximately 80Kb. Choosing a recording format Voice Recorder uses a format called PCM to ensure the best sound quality. You can also use the alternative Mobile Voice codec, which makes recordings 25 times smaller than the original size. This enables you to store more recordings, although the sound quality is less than optimal. For the best sound quality, use the default PCM format. These files are larger than those stored in Mobile Voice format. To switch formats, tap Tools then Recording Format. Organizing recordings Your recordings are saved automatically and given the default names Recording1, Recording2, etc. These recordings are listed in the Voice Recorder window. To quickly rename a recording, tap it to select it, tap it again, then enter the new name. You can organize your recordings by renaming and placing them in folders. For example, you can create a folder called My Novel and place all relevant recordings in that folder.