Mio 558 Operation & User’s Manual

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Table of Contents

Preface........................................................................................................v 1 Getting Started .............................................................................. 1 1.1 Hardware Features..............................................................................1 Front Components...............................................................................1 Back Components ...............................................................................3 Right-Side Components.......................................................................4 Top Components .................................................................................5 Bottom Components............................................................................5 USB Cradle..........................................................................................6 1.2 Setting Up Your Pocket PC for Use.....................................................7 Performing Initial Startup .....................................................................7 Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery............................8 1.3 Turning Your Pocket PC On and Off ...................................................9 Turning Off to Suspend........................................................................9 Turning On to Resume ........................................................................9 1.4 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync..........................................................10 1.5 Expanding Your Pocket PC ...............................................................12 Using a SD/MMC Card ......................................................................12 Using a CompactFlash Card..............................................................13 Accessories .......................................................................................13 2 Basic Skills .................................................................................. 14 2.1 Using the Stylus.................................................................................14 2.2 Using the Navigation Button ..............................................................15 2.3 Using the Scroll Dial ..........................................................................15 2.4 Today Screen ....................................................................................16 Status Icons.......................................................................................17 2.5 Navigation Bar and Command Bar....................................................18 2.6 Running Programs.............................................................................19 2.7 Pop-up Menus ...................................................................................20 2.8 Notifications .......................................................................................20 2.9 Entering Information ..........................................................................21

Entering Text Using the Input Panel................................................. 21

Writing on the Screen ....................................................................... 23 Drawing on the Screen ..................................................................... 26 Recording a Message....................................................................... 28 Using My Text................................................................................... 30 3 Managing Your Pocket PC ..........................................................31 3.1 Managing Power............................................................................... 31 Low Battery Signals and Actions ...................................................... 31 Smart Power Management ............................................................... 32 Power-Saving Tips............................................................................ 34 3.2 Managing Memory ............................................................................ 35 Storage and Program Memory ......................................................... 35 Additional Memory ............................................................................ 35 3.3 Customizing Your Pocket PC............................................................ 36 3.4 Security ............................................................................................. 38 Setting a Password........................................................................... 38 Certificates ........................................................................................ 38 3.5 Finding and Organizing Information.................................................. 39 3.6 Backing Up Data............................................................................... 40 3.7 Adding or Removing Programs......................................................... 40 Adding Programs .............................................................................. 40 Removing Programs ......................................................................... 42 4 Microsoft Pocket Outlook ...........................................................43 4.1 Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings.......................... 43 Creating an Appointment .................................................................. 44 Using the Calendar Summary Screen .............................................. 45 Creating Meeting Requests .............................................................. 46 4.2 Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues..................................... 47 Creating a Contact............................................................................ 47 Finding a Contact.............................................................................. 49 Using the Contacts Summary Screen............................................... 49 4.3 Tasks: Keeping a To Do List............................................................. 50 Creating a Task................................................................................. 51 Using the Tasks Summary Screen ................................................... 52 4.4 Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas.............................................. 53 Creating a Note................................................................................. 54 4.5 Inbox: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages ............................. 55 Synchronizing E-mail Messages....................................................... 55 Connecting Directly to an E-mail Server........................................... 56 Using the Message List..................................................................... 57 Composing and Sending Messages................................................. 59

Managing Email Messages and Folders ...........................................60

5 More Programs ............................................................................ 63 5.1 Microsoft ActiveSync .........................................................................63 Ways of Connecting to Your Desktop Computer...............................64 Synchronizing Data............................................................................64 5.2 Pocket Word ......................................................................................67 Creating a Document.........................................................................67 Working with Pocket Word Documents .............................................69 5.3 Pocket Excel......................................................................................70 Creating a Workbook.........................................................................70 Working with Pocket Excel Workbooks .............................................71 5.4 MSN Messenger................................................................................72 Setting Up to Use MSN Messenger...................................................73 Working with Contacts.......................................................................73 Chatting with Contacts.......................................................................74 5.5 Windows Media Player for Pocket PC...............................................75 5.6 Microsoft Reader ...............................................................................76 Getting Books for Your Pocket PC ....................................................76 Using the Library................................................................................76 Reading a Book .................................................................................77 Using Reader Features......................................................................78 Removing a Book ..............................................................................79 5.7 Pictures..............................................................................................80 5.8 Additional Programs ..........................................................................81 eBackup.............................................................................................81 E-Viewer ............................................................................................82 6 Getting Connected ...................................................................... 85 6.1 About Connections ............................................................................85 6.2 Wireless Network Connection............................................................85 Setting Up a Wireless Network..........................................................85 Configuring Authentication Settings ..................................................86 Starting and Ending the Wireless Network Connection.....................87 Using the Pocket PC as a USB Dongle.............................................87 6.3 Modem Connection............................................................................88 Starting and Ending a Modem Connection........................................88 6.4 Network (Ethernet) Card Connection ................................................88 Creating a Network Card Connection................................................89 Starting and Ending a Network Card Connection..............................89 6.5 Bluetooth............................................................................................90 Selecting Bluetooth Mode..................................................................90 Bluetooth Information Exchange .......................................................91

Bonding with Other Devices.............................................................. 91

Using a Bluetooth Phone as a Modem ............................................. 93 Turning off Bluetooth......................................................................... 94 6.6 Transferring Items Using Infrared..................................................... 94 Sending Information.......................................................................... 94 Receiving Information ....................................................................... 95 6.7 Using Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer ......................................... 96 Viewing Mobile Favorites and Channels........................................... 96 Browsing the Internet........................................................................ 97 The Mobile Favorites Folder ............................................................. 97 Using AvantGo Channels.................................................................. 99 7 Troubleshooting and Maintenance ..........................................101 7.1 Resetting Your Pocket PC .............................................................. 101 7.2 Restoring Factory Default State...................................................... 102 7.3 Power Problems.............................................................................. 103 7.4 Memory Problems........................................................................... 103 7.5 Screen Problems ............................................................................ 105 7.6 Connection Problems...................................................................... 106 Cradle Connection Problems.......................................................... 106 Infrared Connection Problems........................................................ 106 Modem Connection Problems ........................................................ 107 Network Connection Problems ....................................................... 107 7.7 Taking Care of Your Pocket PC...................................................... 109 General Guidelines ......................................................................... 109 Travel Guidelines............................................................................ 110 A Regulatory Information .............................................................111 A.1 Class B Regulations........................................................................ 111 A.2 European Notice ............................................................................. 112 A.3 About the AC Adapter..................................................................... 113 A.4 About the Battery ............................................................................ 114 A.5 About the Infrared LED ................................................................... 114 A.6 About the Electrostatic Discharge................................................... 114

Congratulations on purchasing this Windows® Powered Pocket PC. Due to the

size and capabilities of the device, 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 Microsoft Exchange Server with your Pocket PC. Picture yourself in the following situations: � While walking with a colleague, your cell phone rings and your boss asks if you two are free this afternoon for an emergency meeting. While your colleague fumbles through his paper organizer, you press a button on your Pocket PC and instantly see a list of today’s appointments and meetings. You are quickly able to tell the boss your available times. For more information on scheduling appointments and meetings, see Chapter 4. � You are meeting your friends tonight for dinner and a movie. You download the latest movie information from the Internet to your desktop computer and then synchronize it with your Pocket PC. At dinner, you pull out your Pocket PC and review your movie options with your friends. For more information on downloading Web pages to your device, see section 6.7. � A Calendar reminder alerts you that it is time to catch the bus. You grab your Pocket PC and catch the bus just in time. Because ActiveSync keeps the information on your Pocket PC up-to-date, you leisurely review your task list, make notes about the new books and CDs you want to buy and read and respond to e-mail messages. When you get back to the office, ActiveSync transfers any task changes you made, your notes and your e-mail message responses to your desktop computer. For more information on ActiveSync, see section 5.1.

� You Pocket PC incorporates wireless network capability. You can connect

to the network without physical cables any time as long as you are within the range of a wireless network. For information on wireless network, see section 6.2. � Your Pocket PC incorporates Bluetooth capability, allowing you to conveniently exchange information between Bluetooth devices. For information on Bluetooth, see section 6.5. About this Manual This manual contains comprehensive information of your Pocket PC to help you operate the device. Throughout the manual, the following conventions are used to distinguish elements of text. NOTE: provides additional hints or information that requires special attention. CAUTION: identifies important information which, if not followed, may result in loss of data or damage to your device. Any name of menu, command, icon or button that you can see on the screen is shown in a bold typeset. For example: On the Start menu, tap Settings.

Where to Find Information

For information on See this source First time startup Quick Start Guide Programs on your Pocket PC This User’s Manual or online Help on your Pocket PC Additional programs that can be installed on your Pocket PC Companion CD or other CD(s) supplied with your Pocket PC Connecting to and synchronizing with a desktop computer Section 5.1 of this manual or ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer Troubleshooting Chapter 7 of this manual or online Help on your Pocket PC Last-minute updates and detailed technical information The Read Me files in the “Microsoft ActiveSync” folder on your desktop computer or the Pocket PC Companion CD. The latest on Windows Powered Pocket PCs The Microsoft Mobile Devices Web site: www.pocketpc.com

1 Getting Started

This chapter introduces you to the external components of your Pocket PC and guides you through the process of setting up your Pocket PC for use. 1.1 Hardware Features The illustrations below introduce you to the various buttons, connectors, ports and features of your Pocket PC. Front Components

� Touch Screen

Displays the output of your Pocket PC. Tap the screen with the stylus to select menu commands or enter information. � Program Buttons Each of the four buttons provides a quick way to run a specific program. By default, they are Notes, Contacts, Calendar and Tasks buttons. The buttons are customizable. � Turns your Pocket PC on or off by pressing briefly. Power Button Turns the screen backlight off by pressing and holding. Moves up, down, left or right by pushing the button toward the corresponding direction. � Navigation Button Selects by pressing. � Speaker Sends out music, sounds and voice. Steady amber indicates that battery charging is in progress. � Charge Indicator Steady green indicates that the battery is fully charged. Flashing red informs you of scheduled appointments, alarms and reminders. � Notification Indicator Steady green indicates wireless network is in use.

� Reset Button

Restarts your Pocket PC. � Battery Lock Locks the battery in place. � Battery Supplies power to your Pocket PC when external power is not connected.

Moves up or down in the menu by rotating up or down.

� Scroll Dial Enters the selection by pressing. � Record Button Records voice notes by pressing and holding. � SD/MMC Slot Accepts an SD (Secure Digital) or MMC (MultiMediaCard) card for removable storage. � Power Connector Connects to the AC adapter if you are not using the cradle.

Connects to a pair of stereo headphones.

� CompactFlash Slot Accepts a CompactFlash card for enhanced functions. � Stylus Tap on the touch screen to make selections and enter information. Pull the stylus out of its slot to use and store it in the slot when not in use. � Microphone Receives sound and voice to record voice. � IR Port Beams files to other mobile devices. Bottom Components Ref Component Description � Mini-USB Connector Connects to a USB peripheral device through a converter. � ActiveSync Connector Connects to your desktop compute for synchronizing data.

� By default, the mini-USB connector is not enabled. Enable the connector before using a

USB device. (See “Smart Power Management” in section 3.1 for instructions.) � Before connecting a USB device, make sure that the device is compatible with your Pocket PC. You may need to install specific USB drivers supplied by the product manufacturer. USB Cradle The USB cradle provides a convenient way to charge your Pocket PC and synchronize data with a desktop computer. Ref Component Description � Pocket PC Connector Connects to your Pocket PC. � Battery Charge Indicator Glows when the additional battery is being charged and turns off when the battery is fully charged. � Battery Connector Accepts an additional battery (available as an accessory) for charging. � USB Connector Connects to the USB port of a desktop computer for data synchronization. � Power Connector Connects to the AC adapter. Cradle Front Cradle Back

1.2 Setting Up Your Pocket PC for Use

Performing Initial Startup Initial startup includes setting the backup battery switch, installing the battery, and completing the Welcome Wizard. 1. The backup battery switch should be set to the ON position for normal operation. Pull out the stylus and use it to slide the battery switch in the battery compartment to the ON (right) position. CAUTION: Always leave the backup battery switch in the ON position for normal operation. Changing the switch will cause your data to be lost. 2. Fit the battery into the compartment. The battery lock should click into place. 3. Your Pocket PC will automatically turn on and display the “Welcome” screen. NOTE: In case your Pocket PC didn’t automatically turn on, use the stylus to firmly press the RESET button at the back of your Pocket PC to turn it on.

4. To begin the “Welcome” Wizard, tap the screen with the stylus and follow

the onscreen instructions to complete the wizard. The wizard presents a brief orientation to Microsoft® Windows® for Pocket PC, helps you align the touch screen and prompts you to select your city and time zone. Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery Fully charge the battery before starting to use your Pocket PC for the first time. 1. Connect to AC power. You can connect either with or without the cradle. With the cradle � Slide your Pocket PC into the cradle. � Connect the appropriate end of the AC adapter to the power connector on the cradle cable. � Plug the other end of the AC adapter into a wall outlet. Without the cradle Connect the appropriate end of the AC adapter to the power connector on the left side of your Pocket PC and the other end into a wall outlet. Charge Indicator

2. The charge indicator glows amber when charging is in progress. Do not

disconnect your Pocket PC from AC power until the battery is fully charged, as indicated by the amber indicator turning into green. This will take a couple of hours. NOTE: It is recommended that you keep charging for at least 24 hours when charging your Pocket PC for the first time. This ensures the backup battery in a fully-charged state. Whenever possible, keep your Pocket PC connected to the AC adapter and a power source. Doing so keeps the battery charged. 1.3 Turning Your Pocket PC On and Off After the initial startup, your Pocket PC enters a suspend state when you turn it off and resumes when you turn it on. Turning Off to Suspend You suspend your Pocket PC by briefly pressing the power button on the side of your Pocket PC. By default, your Pocket PC will also automatically suspend after 3 minutes of inactivity when operating on battery power. (To change these settings, tap � Settings � System tab � Power icon � Advanced tab.) Turning On to Resume You resume your Pocket PC by briefly pressing the power button. You can also press one of the program buttons to resume. NOTE: If you just removed and replaced the battery door, you can turn on you Pocket PC only with the power button.

1.4 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync

You can use Microsoft ActiveSync technology to synchronize information on your desktop computer and/or a Microsoft Exchange Server with the information on your Pocket PC. ActiveSync compares the information on your Pocket PC with the information on the desktop computer and/or the server and updates all locations, keeping you up-to-date with the most recent information. ActiveSync is already installed on your Pocket PC. You need to install ActiveSync on your desktop computer. Follow the procedure below: CAUTION: � Before installation, make sure that you have Microsoft Outlook installed on your desktop computer. If you do not have Outlook or your version of Outlook is earlier than the version provided on the Companion CD, install Outlook from the Companion CD. � Do not connect your Pocket PC to your desktop computer before ActiveSync is installed. � During the New Partnership setup, select “Synchronize with this desktop computer.” Do not select “Synchronize with Microsoft Mobile Information Server and/or this desktop computer” unless you are sure that your company is running Microsoft Mobile Information Server 2002 or later. Contact your network administrator or ISP for detailed information. 1. Turn on your desktop computer. 2. Insert the Companion CD into the CD-ROM drive of your desktop computer. 3. Click the arrow on the first screen to enter the main screen and click Start Here. 4. In the “Start Here” screen, click Install ActiveSync 3.7 on the left column. 5. In the “Install ActiveSync 3.7” screen, click Install to start installation. 6. In the “File Download” screen, click Open if your operating system is Windows XP or click Run this program from its current location if your operating system is Windows 2000/Me/98. 7. Follow the onscreen instructions to install ActiveSync. 8. When prompted, connect your Pocket PC to your desktop computer. Slide your Pocket PC into the cradle. Connect the cradle cable to a USB port on your desktop computer.

9. The “Add New Hardware Wizard” should automatically install the USB

driver. (If you need to specify the location of the driver, click Browse and select the CD-ROM drive containing the Companion CD.) 10. Follow the onscreen instructions to establish a partnership and synchronize your Pocket PC with your desktop computer. After your first synchronization, the data you have stored on your desktop computer such as Calendar, Contacts and Tasks is copied to your Pocket PC. You are now ready to take it along with you when you go. For more information on ActiveSync, see section 5.1. Desktop Computer

1.5 Expanding Your Pocket PC

Using a SD/MMC Card Your Pocket PC has a SD/MMC slot where you can insert an optional Secure Digital or MultiMediaCard storage card. With the removable memory, you can store or backup your data and exchange data with other devices. In addition, the slot supports SD IO card that is compliant with the bsquare solution. To use a SD/MMC card, insert it into the slot, with the connector pointing to the slot and its label facing the front of the Pocket PC. Follow the instructions supplied with the card for more information. To remove a card, first make sure that no application is accessing the card, then slightly push the top edge of the card to release it and pull it out of the slot. NOTE: � A storage card is also called a memory card. � Make sure that no foreign objects enter the slot. � Keep a SD or MMC card in a well-protected box to avoid dust and humidity when you are not using it.

Using a CompactFlash Card

Your Pocket PC has a CompactFlash slot where you can insert a CompactFlash Type I or II card. You can use a CompactFlash card for functions such as memory, storage, modem and network. To use a CompactFlash card, insert it into the slot, with the connector pointing to the slot and its label facing the front of the Pocket PC. Follow the instructions supplied with the card for more information. To remove a card, first make sure that no application is accessing the card, then pull the card out of the slot. NOTE: � Make sure that no foreign objects enter the slot. � Keep a CompactFlash card in a well-protected box to avoid dust and humidity when you are not using it. Accessories By purchasing accessories designed for your Pocket PC, you can expand the capabilities of your Pocket PC, replace lost parts or facilitate your operation. NOTE: � Contact your dealer for the availability of accessories from the Pocket PC manufacturer. � The use of unauthorized accessories will void your Warranty. Depending on your choice of purchase, you may already have the following accessories: � Protective Cover Store your Pocket PC in the cover when you are carrying it on the road. � Headphone Use the headphone to output the sound and voice from your Pocket PC. � Mini-USB Converter With the converter, you can connect a USB device to your Pocket PC. For detailed information on using the accessories, see the instructions supplied with the accessories.

2 Basic Skills

This chapter familiarizes you with the basic operations of your Pocket PC such as using the stylus, navigation button, scroll dial, Today screen, menus and programs. You will also know how to enter information. 2.1 Using the Stylus The stylus is your tool for communicating with your Pocket PC. You use it to navigate and select objects on the screen. Pull the stylus out of the slot and extend it for ease of use. Store it in the slot when not in use. � Tap Touch the screen once with the stylus to open items and select options. � Drag Hold the stylus on the screen and drag across the screen 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. On the pop-up menu that appears, tap the action you want to perform.

2.2 Using the Navigation Button

With the navigation button, you can move up, down, left and right within a menu. This is particularly useful for one-hand operation. To move in a direction, simply push the button toward the corresponding direction. To activate the selected item, press the button. 2.3 Using the Scroll Dial With the scroll dial, you can scroll within a menu and activate the selected item. This is particularly useful for one-hand operation. � To scroll up or backward within a menu, rotate the scroll dial upward and then release it. � To scroll down or forward within a menu, rotate the scroll dial downward and then release it. � To activate the selected item, press the center of the dial. Up Left Right Down Up Down

2.4 Today Screen

When you turn on your Pocket PC for the first time each day (or after 4 hours of inactivity), you will 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. NOTE: You can customize what is displayed on the Today screen by tapping � Settings � Personal tab � Today icon. Tap to change date and time. Your day at a glance. Tap an item to access associated program so that you can view or change information. Tap to change volume or mute all sounds. Tap to switch to a program. Tap to create a new item. Tap to view connection status. Tap to connect.

When the Today screen is displayed, you may see the following status icons on

the Navigation bar or Command bar. In most cases, you can tap a status icon to display the associated control panel or more information related to the item. For example, tap a battery status icon to open the Power control panel. Upper Icons Meaning Lower Icons Meaning Speaker is on. Connected to a desktop computer. Speaker is off. None of the below functions is activated. Battery is charging. Wireless network is activated. Battery is low. Bluetooth is activated. Battery is very low. USB Dongle is activated. Battery is fully charged. One or more e-mail messages were received. Connection is active. Connection is not active. More icons to be displayed than there is room to display them. Tap the icon to view all status icons.

2.5 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 programs and close screens. The Navigation bar and Start menu: Use the Command bar at the bottom of the screen to perform tasks in programs. The Command bar includes menu names, buttons and the Input panel button. To create a new item in the current program, tap New. To see the name of a button, tap and hold the stylus on the button. Drag the stylus off the button so that the command is not carried out. The Command bar: Tap to quickly select a program you have recently used. Tap to select a program. Tap to see additional programs. Tap to customize the Pocket PC. New button. Input panel button. Buttons. Menu names.

2.6 Running Programs

You can switch from one program to another during your work session without closing any program. To switch to a program, you can: � Tap at the left-top corner of the screen and select from the Start menu. (To customize which programs you see on the Start menu, tap � Settings � Personal tab � Menu icon.) � Tap and then tap Programs to access additional programs. Tap the program icon to run a program. � Press a program button on the front of your Pocket PC. The icons on the buttons identify the default programs they are associated with. (To customize which programs are associated with the buttons, tap � Settings � Personal tab � Button icon.) The table below contains a partial list of the programs and their icons. 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. Inbox Send and receive email messages. Pocket Internet Explorer Browse Web and WAP sites and download new programs and files from the Internet. Notes Create handwritten or typed notes, drawings and recordings. Tasks Keep track of your tasks. Windows Media Play digital audio and video files. Pocket Excel Create new workbooks or view and edit Excel workbooks created on your desktop computer. Pocket Word Create new documents or view and edit Word documents created on your desktop computer.

2.7 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 email 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 name of the item that you want to perform the action on. When the menu appears, lift the stylus and tap the action you want to perform. Or tap anywhere outside the menu to close the menu without performing an action. 2.8 Notifications Your Pocket PC reminds you in a variety of ways when you have something to do. For example, if you have set up an appointment in Calendar, a task with a due date in Tasks or an alarm in Clock, you will be notified in any of the following ways: � A message appears on the screen. � A sound, which you can specify, is played. � The notification indicator flashes in red. Tap and hold to display the pop-up menu. Lift the stylus and tap the action you want. Tap outside the menu to close it without performing an action.

To choose reminder types and sounds for your Pocket PC, tap

� Settings � Personal tab � Sounds & Notifications icon. 2.9 Entering Information You have several options for entering new information: � Use the Input panel to enter typed text, either by using the soft keyboard or other input methods. � Write directly on the screen. � Draw pictures on the screen. � Speak into the microphone to record a message. Entering Text Using the Input Panel Use the Input panel to enter information in any program on your Pocket PC. You can either type using the soft keyboard or write using the soft keyboard, Block Recognizer, Letter Recognizer or Transcriber. In any case, the characters appear as typed text on the screen. To show or hide the Input panel, tap the Input panel button. Tap the arrow next to the Input panel button to see your choices. 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. Select an input method. Input panel button. Tap to see your choices.

NOTE: To change word suggestion options, such as the number of words suggested at

one time, tap � Settings � Personal tab � Input icon � Word Completion tab. Block Recognizer With Block Recognizer, you can use the stylus to input characters using strokes that are similar to the Palm™ Graffiti® method. To type with Block Recognizer: 1. Tap the arrow next to the Input panel button and then tap 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. For specific instructions on using Block Recognizer, open Block Recognizer and then tap the question mark next to the writing area. Letter Recognizer With Letter Recognizer, you can write letters using the stylus just as you would use a pen on paper. To type with Letter Recognizer: 1. Tap the arrow next to the Input panel button and then tap Letter Recognizer. 2. Write a letter in the box. Tap here if this is the right word.

When you write a letter, it is converted to typed text that appears on the screen.

For specific instructions on using Letter Recognizer, open Letter Recognizer and then tap the question mark next to the writing area. Transcriber With Transcriber you can write anywhere on the screen using the stylus just as you would on paper. Unlike Letter Recognizer and Block Recognizer, you can write a sentence or more of information; then, you pause and let Transcriber change the written characters to typed characters. To type with Transcriber: 1. Tap the arrow next to the Input panel button then tap Transcriber. 2. Write anywhere on the screen. For specific instructions on using Transcriber, open Transcriber and then tap the question mark in the lower-right corner of the screen. Writing on the Screen In any program that accepts writing—such as the Notes program and the Notes tab in Calendar, Contacts and Tasks—you can use your stylus to write directly on the screen. Write the way you do on paper. You can edit and format what you have written and convert the information to text later. Writing 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.

NOTE: 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. Editing Your Writing If you want to edit or format writing, you must first select the writing and then edit it. 1. Tap and hold the stylus next to the text you want to select until the insertion point appears. Without lifting, drag the stylus across the text you want to select. 2. You can also select text by tapping the Pen button to deselect it and then dragging the stylus across the screen. 3. Tap and hold the selected words and then tap an editing command (cut, copy or paste) on the pop-up menu or tap the command on the Edit menu. If you accidentally write on the screen, tap Tools � Undo and try again. Converting Your Writing to Text 1. If you want to convert only certain words, select them before going to the next step. Tap the Pen button and use your stylus like a pen.

2. To convert writing to text, tap Tools � Recognize or tap and hold the selected

words and then tap Recognize on the pop-up menu. Your writing is turned into text. If a word is not recognized, it is left as writing. If the conversion is incorrect, you can select different words from a list of alternates or return to the original writing. 1. Tap and hold the incorrect word (tap one word at a time). 2. On the pop-up menu, tap Alternates. A menu with a list of alternate words appears. 3. Tap the word you want to use or tap the writing at the top of the menu to return to the original writing. Select the text you want to convert and tap Recognize on the pop-up menu. The writing is turned into text.

Some tips for getting good recognition are listed below:

� Write neatly. � Write on the lines and draw descenders below the line. Write the cross of the “t” and apostrophes below the top line so that they are not confused with the word above. Write periods and commas above the line. � For better recognition, use the Tools menu to increase the zoom level to 300%. � Write the letters of a word close together and leave big gaps between words. � Hyphenated words, foreign words that use special characters such as accents some punctuation cannot be converted. � If you add writing to a word to change it (such as changing a “3” to an “8”) after you attempt to recognize the word, the writing you add will not be included if you attempt to recognize the writing again. 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. Tap to return to your original writing. Or, tap the word you want to use.

Creating a Drawing

1. To create a drawing, cross three ruled lines on your first stroke. A drawing box appears. 2. Subsequent strokes in or touching the drawing box become part of the drawing. Drawings that do not cross three ruled lines will be treated as writing. NOTE: You may want to change the zoom level so that you can more easily work on or view your drawing. Tap Tools and then choose a zoom level. Editing Your Drawing If you want to edit or format a drawing, you must select it first. 1. Tap and hold the stylus on the drawing until the selection handle appears. To select multiple drawings, deselect the Pen button and then drag to select the drawings you want. 2. Tap and hold the selected drawing and then tap an editing command (cut, copy or paste) on the pop-up menu or tap the command on the Edit menu. 3. To resize a drawing, make sure the Pen button is not selected and then drag a selection handle. The drawing box indicates the boundaries of the drawing. Pen button.

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 Contacts, you can include a recording in the Notes tab. In the Notes program, you can either create a stand-alone recording or include a recording in a written note. If you want to include the recording in a note, open the note first. In the Inbox program, you can add a recording to an email message. To create a recording: 1. Hold the Pocket PC’s microphone near your mouth or other source of sound. 2. Press and hold the record button on the side of your Pocket PC. If the speaker is not muted, a beep indicates that your Pocket PC is recording. The Notification indicator glows red while recording is in progress. 3. While holding down the record button, speak into the microphone. 4. To stop recording, release the Record button. Two beeps will sound. The new recording appears in the note list or as an embedded icon. NOTE: You can also make a recording by tapping the Record button on the Recording toolbar. To play a recording, tap it in the list or tap its icon in the note.

Your Pocket PC supports several formats for voice notes. The formats vary in

both the quality of the recording and the size of the sound file. When selecting a recording format, you should consider the quality you need as well as how much storage memory the recording will use on your Pocket PC. Not all recording formats are compatible with other software or computers. If you will share your recordings with others or transfer a recording to your desktop computer, be sure to choose a recording format that is supported by the software used to play recordings on the other computer. The PCM format offers the highest quality recording and is compatible with all Pocket PC models, other Windows-powered mobile devices and desktop computers that use Windows operating systems. The GSM 6.10 format is compatible with all Pocket PC models and other Windows-powered mobile devices, but may not work with desktop computers. To select a recording format: 1. Tap � Settings � Input icon. 2. On the Options tab in the Input control panel, select a voice recording format from the drop-down list. Indicates an embedded recording. Tap to begin recording. Tap to show or hide the Recording toolbar.

The list of recording formats on your Pocket PC indicates the sample rate,

whether the format is stereo or mono and how much storage memory is required per second of recording. You may need to experiment with different sample rates and formats to determine which format best suits your voice. 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 then tap a message. NOTE: After inserting a My Text message, you can add text to it before you send the message. To edit a My Text message, tap Tools � Edit My Text Messages. Select the message you wish to edit and make desired changes. Tap to select a prewritten message.

3 Managing Your Pocket PC

This chapter tells you how to effectively manage power, memory, settings, data and programs of your Pocket PC. 3.1 Managing Power You must maintain a continuous power supply to your Pocket PC to retain your data, including any information, programs or settings that you added to your Pocket PC. A fully charged battery should provide power for up to 12 hours of use. The operating time of a fully charged battery depends on how you are using the Pocket PC. Some functions, such as using multimedia or operating a SD/MMC or CompactFlash card, may consume the battery power considerably. Low Battery Signals and Actions CAUTION: � Though your Pocket PC can retain data for 72 hours after its battery runs completely out of power, you must constantly charge the battery of your Pocket PC. This can prevent data loss or damage to the battery caused by the battery’s being kept in a discharged state for too long. � When you recharge the battery upon a warning of low power, you should charge for at least 30 minutes to one hour. If you unplug the AC adapter soon, you may not have sufficient battery power for your operation. You can monitor the battery power by tapping � Settings � System tab � Power icon. The remaining power is displayed on a status bar in the Power control panel. When the battery is low, your Pocket PC will pop up a warning message. You should save your data and recharge the battery immediately upon a warning of low power; otherwise your Pocket PC will turn off automatically. You need to

connect the Pocket PC to external AC power for charging before you can use it

again. If the battery completely runs out of power, you will lose any information, programs or settings that you added. Smart Power Management Supplied with your Pocket PC is a tool called “Mitac Utility.” This utility helps you effectively manage power to prolong the battery’s operating time. Tap � Settings � System tab � Mitac Utility. The tool consists of five tabs: System, Smart Battery, Wireless, WakeUp, and FlashDisk. They are described as below. System This page shows the program information. It does not contain any adjustable items. Smart Battery Select a mode from the following four options. � Auto Pocket PC will automatically adjust the CPU speed according to the need of the current operation. � Low Performance The CPU always runs at a lower speed, thus extending the battery life. � High Performance The CPU always runs at normal speed, thus providing standard battery life. � Superior Performance The CPU always runs at a high speed, thus shortening the battery life. Wireless Select a mode from the following three options. � Active Mode The wireless network module built in your Pocket PC is on at all times after it has been initialized. � Power Saving Mode The wireless network module will automatically enter normal power saving mode whenever appropriate.

� Deep Power Saving Mode (default) The wireless network module will

automatically enter high power saving mode whenever appropriate. WakeUp Check the desired item(s). � CF slot powered off during sleep mode Sets if the Pocket PC will stop the power supply to the CompactFlash slot when the Pocket PC is suspended. (The default setting is unchecked.) � SD slot powered off during sleep mode Sets if the Pocket PC will stop the power supply to the SD/MMC slot when the Pocket PC is suspended. (The default setting is unchecked.) � USB Hub disable Sets if the mini-USB connector is disabled. (The default setting is checked.) You can also select the events for waking up your Pocket PC. Check the desired item(s). (The default settings are all checked.) � Application buttons � Record Button � SD/MMC Card insertion/removal � CF card insertion/removal � USB Plug-In/removal FlashDisk If you wish to format the “My Flash Disk” built into your Pocket PC, check Format My Flash Disk and reset your Pocket PC. (For information on My Flash Disk, see section 3.2.) CAUTION: Formatting will erase all data stored in My Flash Disk.

Follow these suggestions to maximize the battery’s operating time, particularly

when you are relying solely on the battery power for extended time periods. � Suspend frequently. By default, the screen backlight will automatically turn off and the Pocket PC will also turn off when it has been idle for a period of time. You can shorten the length of the idle time using � Settings � System tab � Power � Advanced tab to set up. Press the power button to turn off your Pocket PC when it is not in use, even for a short time. You can also manually turn off the backlight by pressing and holding the power button. � Turn off functions not needed or adjust settings. � Lower the volume. � Do not enable sounds or light flashing except for the most necessary notifications. (Tap � Settings � Personal tab � Sounds & Notifications icon to set up.) � Remove the SD/MMC or CompactFlash card, if installed, from the slot if you are not using it. � Avoid power-consuming situations such as: � When connecting your Pocket PC to your desktop computer (Your Pocket PC will not auto-suspend while it is connected.) � When using a modem or other peripheral � When monitoring infrared transfers (Although you can set your Pocket PC to constantly monitor the IR port for files sent from other devices, doing so will quickly drain your battery.) � When playing sound or music � When recording.

3.2 Managing Memory

Storage and Program Memory Files, settings and data that you add to your Pocket PC are stored in RAM (Random Access Memory). The RAM on your Pocket PC is shared between storage memory and program memory. � Storage memory Storage memory is used to store the data you create and additional programs you install. � Program memory Program memory is used to run programs on your Pocket PC. Your Pocket PC automatically manages the allocation between storage and program memory. However, in some situations, such as when the memory is running out, your Pocket PC may not be able to automatically adjust the allocation. (For information on solving memory problems, see section 7.4.) Additional Memory Your Pocket PC has an internal memory called My Flash Disk, with approximately 32MB capacity. You can use this space to store data or programs. In addition, you can buy storage cards for backup, storage, archives or to transfer large files to other devices. Depending on the type of the storage card inserted, you can find the MMC Disk, SD Disk or CF Disk folder, listed under My Device in the File Explorer application. Data stored on a storage card will be saved, even if your Pocket PC loses power.

3.3 Customizing Your Pocket PC

NOTE: Incorrect settings may cause your system to malfunction. Make sure that you fully understand the function of a certain item before any adjustment. You can customize the settings of the Pocket PC to your own preferences. Tap � Settings. You can tap any of the icons on the Personal, System or Connections tabs for the options. The items you can customize are described as follows: Tab Items Descriptions Personal Buttons To assigns programs to the hardware buttons and set the repeat rate of the scroll dial. Input To set up items related to Block Recognizer, soft keyboard, Letter Recognize, Transcriber input methods and voice recording format. Menus To customize what appear on the Start menu and to enable a pop-up menu from the New button on the Today screen. Owner Information To enter your personal information. Password To set a password for security. (See the proceeding section for more information.) Sounds & Notifications To set the conditions and types of the sounds, system volume and ways of notifications. Today To select the information you want displayed on the Today screen and to select a desired theme for the background.

To show the hardware information of the Pocket PC

and to define the device name that your Pocket PC uses for identifying itself to other computers. Backlight To adjust the brightness level of the display and to set the automatic turnoff for power saving purposes. Certificate To establish your identify or the identify of other computers. (See the proceeding section for more information.) Clock To change the time and date and to set alarms. Memory To temporarily adjust the allocation between storage and program memory, to view the memory on the storage card (if installed) and to manually stop a program if it becomes unstable or program memory is low. Power To show the remaining battery power and to set the time for the Pocket PC to turn off automatically. Regional Settings To specify the region of your location and the formats of the number, currency, time and date. Remove Programs To remove programs you added to the RAM of your Pocket PC. Screen To adjust the touch screen for accurate screen taps and to enable ClearType feature for easier reading of text in programs that support ClearType. Connections Beam To send and receive information and files between IR ports. (See section 6.6 for more information.) Connections To set up or change connection information. (See sections 6.2 to 6.4 for more information.)

Setting a Password

A password can safeguard your Pocket PC against unauthorized use. Follow this procedure to set a password: 1. Tap � Settings � Personal tab � Password icon. 2. Check the Prompt if device unused item and select a value to set the time for the Pocket PC to prompt for password after idling. 3. Select the type of password you would like to use. You can set a four-digit password or a long password containing a combination of at least seven characters, digits or punctuation 4. Tap the digits or characters to set your password. 5. To keep a hint for yourself in case you forget your password, tap the Hint tab and enter your hint. 6. Tap OK. NOTE: You need to clear the memory of your Pocket PC if you eventually forget the password. (See section 7.2.) Certificates Certificates help establish your identity when you are logging onto a secured network, such as a corporate network. Certificates also help establish the identity of other computers, such as servers, with which you connect. This helps prevent unauthorized users from accessing your Pocket PC and information. You can store two types of certificates on your Pocket PC: � Personal Certificates establish your identity. � Root Certificates establish the identity of servers with which you connect. Your Pocket PC may include a set of preinstalled certificates. To manage and view certificates, follow this procedure: 1. Tap � Settings � System tab � Certificates.

2. Tab Personal or Root tab according to your need.

3. The list displays the name of the certificate issuer and the expiration date. To view more information about a certificate, tap it in the list. 4. To delete a certificate, tap and hold it in the list and then tap Delete. 3.5 Finding and Organizing Information The Find feature on your Pocket PC helps you quickly locate information. To find a file, tap � Find. Enter the text you want to find, select a data type and then tap Go to start the search. NOTE: To quickly find information that is taking up storage space on your Pocket PC, select Larger than 64 KB under Type. You can also use the File Explorer to find files on your Pocket PC and to organize these files into folders. Tap � Programs � File Explorer icon. NOTE: You can move files in File Explorer by tapping and holding the item you want to move, tapping Cut or Copy on the pop-up menu, browsing to the new location and then tapping Paste. Tap to change folders. Select the sort order for the list. Tap the folder name to open it. Tap and hold to create a new folder.

3.6 Backing Up Data

To prevent loss of data, you should back up your Pocket PC frequently. Your Pocket PC comes with two programs for backing up data: � Microsoft ActiveSync ActiveSync enables you to back up data to your desktop computer. You can back up all data on your Pocket PC or only your PIM databases (Calendar, Contacts and Tasks). You can set ActiveSync to back up automatically each time you connect or you can back up manually, whenever you choose. For more information, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer. � eBackup A utility called eBackup is supplied with your Pocket PC to let you easily back up data. (See section 5.8 for instructions.) 3.7 Adding or Removing Programs Programs added to your Pocket PC at the factory are stored in ROM (Read-Only Memory). You cannot remove the programs and you will never accidentally lose ROM contents. All other programs and data files added to your Pocket PC after factory installations are stored in RAM. You can install any program created for your Pocket PC as long as your Pocket PC has enough memory. The most popular place to find software for your Pocket PC is on the Pocket PC Web site (http://www.pocketpc.com). Adding Programs To Add Programs Using ActiveSync You will need to install the appropriate software for your Pocket PC on your desktop computer before installing it on your Pocket PC. 1. Determine your Pocket PC and processor type so that you know which version of the software to install. Tap � Settings � System tab � About icon � Version tab and make a note of the information in Processor. 2. Download the program to your desktop computer or, if you have a CD or disk containing the program, insert the CD or disk into your desktop computer. You might see a single *.xip, *.exe *.zip file, a Setup.exe file or several

versions of files for different device types and processors. Be sure to select the

program designed for the Pocket PC and your Pocket PC processor type. 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 on the *.exe file. � If the file is an installer, the installation wizard begins. Follow the directions on the screen. Once the software has been installed on your computer, the installer automatically transfers the software to your Pocket PC. � If the file is not an installer, you will see an error message stating that the program is valid but it is designed for a different type of computer. You will need to move this file to your Pocket PC. If you cannot find any installation instructions for the program in the Read Me file or documentation, use ActiveSync Explore to copy the program file to the Program Files folder on your Pocket PC. For more information on copying files using ActiveSync, see ActiveSync Help. NOTE: You can also use Pocket Internet Explorer to download some programs from the Internet directly to your Pocket PC if your Pocket PC is connected to Internet. Once installation is complete, tap � Programs and tap the program icon to switch to it. To Add a Program to the Start Menu Use one of the following methods to add a program to the Start menu. � Tap � Settings � Menu icon and tap the check box for the program. If you do not see the program listed, use any of the following two methods. � If you are using File Explorer on the Pocket PC: Tap � Program � File Explorer icon and locate the program (tap the folder list, labelled My Documents by default and tap My Device to see a list of all folders on the Pocket PC). Tap and hold the program and tap Cut on the pop-up menu. Open the Start Menu folder located in the Windows folder, tap and hold a blank area of the window and tap Paste on the pop-up menu. The program appears on the Start menu.

� If you are using ActiveSync on the desktop computer:

Use the Explorer in ActiveSync to explore your Pocket PC files and locate the program. Right-click on the program and then click on Create Shortcut. Move the shortcut to the Start Menu folder in the Windows folder. The shortcut appears on the Start menu. Removing Programs To remove a program from your Pocket PC: 1. Tap � Settings � System tab � Remove Programs. 2. Select the program in the list then tap Remove. If the program does not appear in the list of installed programs, use File Explorer on your Pocket PC to locate the program, tap and hold the program and then tap Delete on the pop-up menu.

4 Microsoft Pocket Outlook

This chapter tells you how to use Microsoft Pocket Outlook that includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Notes and Inbox. You can use these programs individually or together. For example, e-mail addresses stored in Contacts can be used to address e-mail messages in Inbox. 4.1 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 set Calendar to remind you of appointments with a sound or other method. Appointments for the day can be displayed on the Today screen. Tap � Calendar or press the Calendar button on your Pocket PC to switch to the program.

NOTE: You can customize the Calendar display (for example, change the first day of the

week), by tapping Tools � Options. Creating an Appointment 1. In Day or Week view, tap the desired date and time for the appointment. 2. Tap New. Tap to go to today. Tap to display or edit the appointment details. Tap to create a new appointment. 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.

3. Using the Input panel, tap first to select the field, and then enter a

description and a location. 4. If needed, tap the date and time to change them. 5. Enter other desired information. You will need to hide the Input panel to see all available fields. 6. You can also do the followings with regard to this appointment: � Add a note. � Create an all day event. � Set a reminder. � Make the appointment recurring. � Assign the appointment to a category. � Send a meeting request. � Beam the appointment. For more information, tap � Help. 7. Tap OK to return to Calendar. Using the Calendar Summary Screen When you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen is displayed. To change the appointment, tap Edit. View appointment details. View notes. Tap to change appointment.

Creating Meeting Requests

You can use Calendar to set up meetings with users of Outlook or Pocket Outlook. The meeting notice will be created automatically and sent either when you synchronize Inbox or when you connect to your email server. Indicate how you want meeting requests sent by tapping Tools � Options. If you send and receive email messages through ActiveSync, select ActiveSync. To schedule a meeting: 1. Create an appointment. 2. In the appointment details, hide the Input panel and then tap Attendees. 3. From the list of email addresses in Contacts, select the meeting attendees. The meeting notice is created automatically and placed in the Outbox folder. For more information on sending and receiving meeting requests, see Calendar Help and Inbox Help on your Pocket PC.

4.2 Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues

Contacts maintains a list of your friends and colleagues so that you can easily find the information you are looking for, whether you are at home or on the road. Using the IR port on the Pocket PC, you can quickly share Contacts information with users of Pocket PCs and other mobile devices. Tap � Contacts or press the Contacts button on your Pocket PC to switch to the program. NOTE: To change the way information is displayed in the list, tap Tools � Options. Creating a Contact 1. In Contacts, tap New. Tap and enter part of a name to quickly find it in the list. Tap to see additional phone numbers and e-mail addresses. Tap to display or edit the contact details. Tap and hold to display a pop-up menu of actions. Tap to create a new contact. Select the category of contacts you want displayed in the list.

2. Using the Input panel, enter a name and other contact information. You will

need to scroll down to see all available fields. 3. You can also do the followings with regard to this contact: � Add a note. � Assign the contact to a category. � Send an e-mail to the contact. � Synchronize the contact. � Beam the contact. For more information, tap � Help. 4. Tap OK to return to the contact list. Scroll to see more fields. Notes is a good place for maps and directions. Tap to return to the contact list (the contact is saved automatically).

Finding a Contact

There are four ways to find a contact: � Tap � Find, enter the contact name, select Contacts for the type then tap Go. � In the contact list, enter a contact name in the box under the Navigation bar. To show all contacts again, clear text from the box or tap the button to the right of the box. � In the contact list, tap the category list (labeled All Contacts by default) and select the type of contact that you want displayed. To show all contacts again, select All Contacts. To view a contact not assigned to a category, select None. � To view the names of companies your contacts work for, in the contact list, tap View � By Company. The number of contacts that work for that company will be displayed to the right of the company name. Using the Contacts 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 view notes. Tap to change contact information.

4.3 Tasks: Keeping a To Do List

Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do. Tap � Tasks or press the Tasks button on your Pocket PC to switch to the program. NOTE: To change the way information is displayed in the list, tap Tools � Options. Tap to create a new task. Select the sort order of the list. Inidcates high priority. Tap to display or edit the task details. Tap and hold to display a pop-up menu of actions. Select the category of tasks you want displayed in the list.

Creating a Task

1. In Task, tap New. 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. You can also do the followings with regard to this task: � Add a note. � Set a reminder. � Make the task recurring. � Assign the task to a category. � Beam the task. � Synchronize the task. For more information, tap � Help. 5. Tap OK to return to the task list. NOTE: To quickly create a task with only a subject, tap Tools � Entry Bar � Tap here to add a new task. Enter your task information. Notes is a good place for maps and directions. Tap to return to the task list (the task is saved automatically). Tap to choose from predefined subjects.

Using the Tasks 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 information.

4.4 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 � Notes or press the Notes button on your Pocket PC to switch to the program. Tap to create a new note. Tap to change the sort order of the list. Tap to open a note or play a recording. Tap and hold to display a pop-up menu of actions. Tap to record. Tap to show or hide the Recording toolbar.

Creating a Note

1. In Notes, tap New. NOTE: You can create a note by using a template. Tap the folder list (labeled All Folders by default) and then Template. Tap the template you want to use and make your changes. 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 section 2.9. 3. You can also do the followings with regard to this note: � Beam the note. � Send the note via e-mail. � Create a template For more information, tap � Help. 4. Tap OK to return to the note list. Tap to add a recording to the note. Tap to write on the screen. Tap to show or hide the input panel. Tap to return to the note list (the note is saved automatically)

4.5 Inbox: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages

You can use Inbox to send and receive email messages in two ways: � By synchronizing email messages with Microsoft Exchange or Microsoft Outlook on your desktop computer. � By connecting directly to an e-mail server through an ISP (Internet Service Provider) or a network. This method requires an optional modem or network card. Tap � Inbox on your Pocket PC to switch to the program. Synchronizing E-mail Messages E-mail messages can be synchronized as part of the general synchronization process. To do this, you need to enable Inbox synchronization in ActiveSync For information on enabling Inbox synchronization, see ActiveSync Help on the desktop computer. During synchronization, the following occurs: � Messages are copied from the mail folders of Exchange or Outlook on your desktop computer to the ActiveSync folder in Inbox on your Pocket PC. By default, you receive messages from the past three days only, the first 100 lines of each message file attachments of less than 100 KB in size. � Email messages in the Outbox folder on your Pocket PC are transferred to Exchange or Outlook and then sent from those programs. � The messages on the two computers are linked. When you delete a message on your Pocket PC, it is deleted from your desktop computer the next time you synchronize. � Email messages in subfolders in other e-mail folders in Outlook are synchronized only if they have been selected for synchronization in ActiveSync NOTE: You can also synchronize email messages with your desktop computer from a remote location. For more information, see section 5.1.

Connecting Directly to an E-mail Server

You can send and receive email messages by connecting to a POP3 or IMAP4 e-mail server if you can connect to your ISP or local area network. (For information on connection, see sections 6.2 to 6.4.) Setting up an Email Service You can use multiple email services to receive your messages. For each email service you intend to use, first set up and name the email service. If you use the same service to connect to different mailboxes, set up and name each mailbox connection. In Inbox, tap Acccouts � New Account. Follow the directions in the New Service Wizard. For an explanation of a screen, tap at the upper right corner of the screen. NOTE: You cannot add a new service while connected. Tap Accounts � Disconnect to disconnect. When you connect to the email server, new messages are downloaded to the Inbox folder on your Pocket PC, messages in the Pocket PC Outbox folder are sent messages that have been deleted on the email server are removed from the Inbox folder on your Pocket PC. Messages that you receive directly from an email server are linked to your email server rather than your desktop computer. When you delete a message on your Pocket PC, it is also deleted from the email server the next time you connect based on the settings you selected in ActiveSync. You can work online or offline. When working online, you read and respond to messages while connected to the email server. Messages are sent as soon as you tap Send, which saves space on your Pocket PC. When working offline, once you have downloaded new message headers or partial messages, you can disconnect from the email server and then decide which messages to download completely. The next time you connect, Inbox downloads the complete messages you have marked for retrieval and sends the messages you have composed.

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. When you receive a message, tap it to open it. Unread messages are displayed in bold. Tap to connect and to send and receive e-mail. Select the sort order for messages. Tap to open a message. Tap and hold to display a pop-up menu of actions. Select the service and folder you want to display. Tap to connect to the selected service.

When you connect to your email server or synchronize with your desktop

computer or server, by default, you will receive messages from the last three days only, the first 100 lines of each new message file attachments of less than 100KB in size. The original messages remain on the server or your desktop computer. You can mark the messages that you want to retrieve in full during your next synchronization or email server connection. In the message list, tap and hold the message you want to retrieve. On the pop-up menu, tap Mark for Download. The icons in the Inbox message list give you visual indications of message status. You specify your downloading preferences when you set up the service or select your synchronization options. You can change them at any time. � Change options for Inbox synchronization using ActiveSync options. For more information, see ActiveSync Help. � Change options for direct email server connections in Inbox on your Pocket PC. Tap Accounts � Accounts and tap the service you want to change. Tap and hold the account and tap Delete to remove an account. Tap to return to the message list. Tap to delete this message. Tap to view the previous or next message. Tap to reply to or forward this message.

Composing and Sending Messages

1. In Inbox, tap New. 2. In the To field, enter an email address of one or more recipients, separating them with a semicolon. If the address is already in your contact list, you can tap To or the Contacts button in the Command bar to select the e-mail address. 3. To select a service, tap the DOWN arrow to display more header information. In the Account list, select ActiveSyn or the desired e-mail account. 4. Enter your message. To quickly enter common messages, tap My Text and select the desired message. 5. To check spelling, tap Edit � Spell Check. 6. If you want to attach a file to the message, tap Edit � Add Attachment and select the desired file. NOTE: OLE objects cannot be attached to Inbox messages. Tap to show or hide the recording toolbar. Tap to show or hide the complete header. Tap to send the message. Tap to display the contact list. Tap to insert common messages.

7. Tap Send when you have finished the message. If you are working offline,

the message is moved to the Outbox folder and is sent the next time you connect. The message is placed in the Outbox folder on your Pocket PC and will be delivered in one of two ways: � The message is transferred to the Outbox folder in Exchange or Outlook on your desktop computer and sent the next time you synchronize. � The message is transferred to your email server the next time you connect. In Inbox, make sure the appropriate service is selected on the Accounts menu. Then tap the Connect button (or Connect on the Accounts menu). Managing Email Messages and Folders Each e-mail service account has its own folder hierarchy with five default folders: Inbox, Outbox, Deleted Items, Drafts and Sent Items. The messages you receive and send through the mail service are stored in these folders. You can also create additional folders within each hierarchy. The Deleted Items folder contains messages that have been deleted on your Pocket PC. The behaviour of the Deleted and Sent Items folders depends on the options you have chosen. Folder Behavior The behavior of the folders you create depends on whether you are using ActiveSync, POP3 or IMAP4. � If you use ActiveSync, email messages in the Inbox folder in Outlook are automatically synchronized with your Pocket PC. You can select to synchronize additional folders by designating them for ActiveSync. The folders you create and the messages you move are mirrored on the server. For example, if you move two messages from the Inbox folder to a folder named Family and you have designated Family for synchronization, the server creates a copy of the Family folder and copies the messages into that folder. You can then read the messages while away from your desktop computer. � If you use POP3 and you move email messages to a folder you created, the link is broken between the messages on the Pocket PC and their copies on the mail server. The next time you connect, the mail server sees that the

messages are missing from the Pocket PC Inbox and deletes them from the

server. This prevents you from having duplicate copies of a message, but it also means that you no longer have access to messages that you move to folders created from anywhere except the Pocket PC. � If you use IMAP4, the folders you create and the email messages you move are mirrored on the server. Therefore, messages are available to you anytime you connect to your mail server, whether it is from your Pocket PC or desktop computer. This synchronization of folders occurs whenever you connect to your mail server, create new folders or rename/delete folders when connected. For all services except ActiveSync, you can access folder options by tapping Tools � Manage Folders in the message list.

5 More Programs

In addition to Microsoft Pocket Outlook, several programs are built into your Pocket PC. They include Microsoft ActiveSync, Microsoft Pocket Word, Microsoft Pocket Excel, Windows Media Player, Microsoft Reader, Pictures and additional programs. This chapter tells you how to use these programs. 5.1 Microsoft ActiveSync NOTE: ActiveSync is already installed on your Pocket PC. You need to install ActiveSync on your desktop computer. (For information on installing ActiveSync, see section 1.4.) When you have established the connection between your Pocket PC and your desktop computer, you can synchronize the information between the two with ActiveSync. Synchronization compares the data on the two sides and updates both computers with the most recent information. For example, you can: � Keep your Pocket Outlook Contacts, Calendar and Tasks databases up-to-date by synchronizing your Pocket PC with Microsoft Outlook data on your desktop computer. � Synchronize email messages in your Pocket PC Inbox with email messages in Microsoft Outlook on your desktop computer. � Synchronize Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel files between your Pocket PC and desktop computer. Your files are automatically converted to the correct format. With ActiveSync, you can also: � Back up and restore your Pocket PC data. � Copy (rather than synchronize) files between your Pocket PC and desktop computer. � Add and remove programs on your Pocket PC.

� Pass through your desktop computer to a network or the Internet to perform

tasks such as downloading IMAP4 e-mail messages or browsing the Internet on your Pocket PC. Ways of Connecting to Your Desktop Computer CAUTION: Do not shut down or restart your desktop computer while your Pocket PC is connected. Turn off your Pocket PC or disconnect the cable before you shut down your desktop computer. You can connect your Pocket PC to a desktop computer in several ways: � Use the USB cradle or ActiveSync cable (available as an optional accessory) (See step 8 of section 1.4 for information.) � Use the IR port in place of using a cable. IR ports can be found on many notebook computers; however, on a desktop computer, you may need to install and configure an IR port. To install the port, follow the manufacturer’s instructions. (For complete instructions on connecting to your desktop computer by infrared, refer to ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer.) � Use a network or dial-up connection. You can synchronize while connected to your desktop computer by a dial-up connection or over a LAN (Local Area Network). Synchronizing Data Once you have created a partnership and completed the first synchronization, you can initiate synchronization from your Pocket PC. To Synchronize from Your Pocket PC 1. Connect your Pocket PC to your desktop computer. 2. On your Pocket PC, tap � ActiveSync. 3. Tap to begin synchronization.

By default, ActiveSync does not automatically synchronize all types of

information. Use ActiveSync options to turn synchronization on and off for specific information types. You can: � Control when synchronization occurs by selecting a synchronization mode. For example, you can synchronize continually while the Pocket PC is connected or only when you choose the synchronize command. � Select which information types are synchronized and control how much data is synchronized. For example, you can choose how many weeks of past appointments you want synchronized. For information on setting ActiveSync options and using ActiveSync on your desktop computer, see ActiveSync Help on the desktop computer. For information on using ActiveSync on your Pocket PC, see ActiveSync Help on the Pocket PC. To Synchronize from a Remote Location You can also synchronize by dialing in to your desktop computer or connecting over a network. This can be useful if you need to synchronize files or PIM information while traveling. Before you leave, you must configure both your Pocket PC and your desktop computer. On your Pocket PC, you need to create a partnership between your Pocket PC and the desktop computer using one of the direct connection methods (USB View connection status. Tap to connect and synchronize. Tap to stop synchronization. View synchronization status. Tap to synchronize via IR or change synchronization settings.

cable or infrared connection). You must also configure a connection on your

Pocket PC as described in sections 6.2 to 6.4. On your desktop computer, you need to ensure the following: � The desktop computer or network server is configured to allow your Pocket PC to connect. Depending on the version of Windows running on the desktop computer, you may need to install and configure Remote Access Services or Dial-Up Networking on the desktop computer. � ActiveSync is configured to allow a network connection. For more information, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer. � If you are using a modem on your desktop computer, turn the modem on before you leave. � Leave your desktop computer on and be sure you logged on under the same user name that you used when you created the partnership. � Your PIM program and email program (Microsoft Outlook or Microsoft Exchange) should be running correctly.

5.2 Pocket Word

Microsoft Pocket Word works with Microsoft Word on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your documents. You can create new documents on your Pocket PC or you can copy documents from your desktop computer. Synchronize documents between your desktop computer and your Pocket PC regularly so that you have the most up-to-date content in both locations. Tap � Programs and tap the Pocket Word icon to switch to the program. Creating a Document 1. In Pocket Word, tap New. NOTE: To open a template rather than a blank document, select a template for new documents. Tap Tools � Options and select the desired template. When you tap New, the template appears with appropriate text and formatting already provided. 2. You can enter information in Pocket Word in one of four modes: writing, drawing, typing or recording. Use the View menu to switch between modes. Each mode has its own toolbar, which you can show and hide by tapping the Show/Hide Toolbar button on the Command bar. (For more information on entering information, see section 2.9 or Pocket PC Help.) Select the type of folder you want displayed in the list. Tap to change the sort order of the list. Tap to open a document. Tap and hold an item to see a pop-up menu of actions. Tap to create a new document.

NOTE: Written words are converted to graphics (metafiles) when a Pocket Word

document is converted to a Word document on your desktop computer. Typing Mode Writing Mode Tap and hold to see a pop-up menu of actions. Tap to return to the document list (changes are saved automatically). Tap to change formatting options. Tap to format text. Tap to show or hide the tool bar. With Space button selected, drag to insert space. An arrow appears showing the space direction and size. Tap to highlight selected text. Tap to select formatting options, such as pen weight and line color. Space button. Pen button.

3. You can check the spelling by tapping Tools � Spell Check.

4. When you have finished entering the information and tap OK, the document is automatically saved and named according to the first characters of text entered in the document. Working with Pocket Word Documents Opening a Document Whenever you switch to Pocket Word, you will see the document list. Tap the desired document to open it. You can open only one document at a time; when you open a second document, you will be asked to save the first. Changing Options of a Document In an open document, you can: � Save a document in a variety of formats, including Pocket Word Document (.psw), Rich Text Document (.rtf) and Plain Text Document (.txt), Word 97/2000 Document (.doc) and Word 97/2000 Template (.dot). Pen button. Resize an object by dragging the selection handles. Tap an arrow to see your choices. Tap to select formatting options, such as line weight, fill color and line color. Select Shape on the pop-up menu to convert objects to proper shapes.

NOTE: If your document is simple, save it as a Plain Text Document to save storage

space. � Rename the document. � Move the document to a storage card or folder. For more information, see Word Help on your Pocket PC. Tips for Working in Pocket Word � You can change the zoom magnification by tapping View � Zoom and select the percentage you want. Select a higher percentage to enter text and a lower one to see more of your document. � If you are opening a Word document created on a desktop computer, select View � Wrap to Window so that you can see the entire document. 5.3 Pocket Excel Microsoft Pocket Excel works with Microsoft Excel on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your workbooks. You can create new workbooks on your Pocket PC or you can copy workbooks from your desktop computer to your Pocket PC. Synchronize workbooks between your desktop computer and your Pocket PC so that you have the most up-to-date content in both locations. Pocket Excel provides fundamental spreadsheet tools, such as formulas, functions, sorting and filtering, which enable you to create simple workbooks, such as expense reports and mileage logs. Tap � Programs and tap the Pocket Excel icon to switch to the program. Creating a Workbook NOTE: To open a template rather than a blank workbook, select a template for new workbooks. Tap Tools � Options and select the desired template. When you tap New, the template appears with appropriate text and formatting already provided. 1. In Pocket Excel, tap New. 2. You can use Pocket Excel much the same way you use Excel on your desktop computer. You can enter formulas and functions and then filter data

to see the subset of information you want. (For more information on

entering information, see section 2.9 or Pocket PC Help.) 3. When you have finished entering the information and tap OK, the workbook is automatically saved and named according to the first characters of text entered in the workbook. Working with Pocket Excel Workbooks Opening a Workbook Whenever you switch to Pocket Excel, you will see the workbook list. Tap the desired workbook to open it. You can open only one workbook at a time; when you open a second workbook, you will be asked to save the first. Changing Options of a Workbook In an open workbook, you can: � Save a workbook in a variety of formats, including Pocket Excel Workbook (.pxl), Pocket Excel 1.0 Workbook (.pxl), Pocket Excel Template (.pxt), Excel 97/2000 Workbook (.xls) and Excel 97/2000 Template (.xlt). � Rename the workbook. � Move the workbook to a storage card or folder. Cell contents appear here as you enter them. Format button. Auto Sum button. Zoom button.

For more information, see Excel Help on your Pocket PC.

Tips for Working in Pocket Excel � View in full-screen mode to see as much of your worksheet as possible. Tap View � Full Screen. To exit full-screen mode, tap Restore. � If your workbook contains sensitive information, you can protect it with a password. To do so, open the workbook and tap Edit � Password. � Show and hide window elements. Tap View and then tap the elements you want to show or hide. � Freeze panes on a worksheet. First, select the cell where you want to freeze panes. Tap View � Freeze Panes. You might want to freeze the top and leftmost panes in a worksheet to keep row and column labels visible as you scroll through a sheet. � Split panes to view different areas of a large worksheet. Tap View � Split and drag the split bar to where you want it. To remove the split, tap View � Remove Split. � Show and hide rows and columns. To hide a row or column, select a cell in the row or column you want to hide. Tap Format � Row or Column � Hide. To show a hidden row or column, tap Tools � Go To and then type a reference that is in the hidden row or column. When done, tap Format � Row or Column � Unhide. 5.4 MSN Messenger MSN Messenger on your Pocket PC provides the same chat environment as MSN Messenger on your desktop computer. These features include: � See who is online. � Send and receive instant messages. � Have an instant message conversation with a group of contacts. � Tell contacts that you are unavailable. � Block contacts from seeing your status or sending you messages.

To use MSN Messenger, you must have an Internet connection. (For more

information, see sections 6.2 to 6.4.) In addition, you must have a Microsoft Passport account or a Microsoft Exchange email account. You must have a Passport to use MSN Messenger Service. If you have a Hotmail or MSN account, you already have a Passport. Once you have one of these accounts, you are ready to set up your account. NOTE: � Sign up for a Microsoft Passport account at http://www.passport.com. Get a free Microsoft Hotmail email address at http://www.hotmail.com. � Tap � Programs � Pocket MSN to connect to Pocket MSN web site where you can subscribe to get popular MSN services on your Pocket PC. Tap � Programs and tap the MSN Messenger icon to switch to the program. Setting Up to Use MSN Messenger Before you can connect, you must enter Passport or Exchange account information. Set up an account and sign in as follows: 1. In MSN Messenger, tap Tools � 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 email address and password. NOTE: If you already use MSN Messenger on your desktop computer, your contacts show up on your Pocket PC without being added again. Working with Contacts The MSN Messenger window shows all of your messenger contacts at a glance and are divided into Online and Not Online categories. From this view, while connected, you can chat, send email, block the contact from chatting with you or delete contacts from your list using the pop-up menu.

� To see others online without being seen, in the Tools menu, tap My Status and select

Appear Offline. � If you block a contact, it appears offline but remains on the blocked contact’s list. To unblock a contact, tap and hold the contact, then tap Unblock on the pop-up menu. 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 want to invite. NOTE: To switch back to the main window without closing a chat, tap Contacts. To revert back to your chat window, tap Chats and select the person whom you were chatting with. To know if the contact you are chatting with is responding, look for the message under the text entry area. For more information on using MSN Messenger, tap � Help. Tap a contact to start a chat. Tap and hold to display a pop-up menu of actions.

5.5 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, such as on a Web site. Tap � Windows Media to switch to the program. You can play files in either Windows Media or MP3 format (this include files with the extension .asf, .wma, .wmv and .mp3). To find content in Windows Media Format, see the WindowsMedia.com Web site (http://www.windowsmedia.com). Use Microsoft Windows Media Player on your desktop computer to copy digital audio and video files to your Pocket PC. For more information about using Windows Media Player, tap � Help. Tap to adjust the playback progress. Tap to adjust volume. Tap to play a previous file. Tap to stop. Tap to play or pause. Tap to skip to the next file.

5.6 Microsoft Reader

Use Microsoft Reader to read eBooks on your Pocket PC. Download books to your desktop computer from your favourite eBook Web site. Use ActiveSync to copy the book files to your activated Pocket PC. The books appear in the Reader Library, where you can tap them in the list to open them. NOTE: Before you can use Microsoft Reader, you must activate it from the Microsoft activation site (http://das.microsoft.com/activate). Follow the directions given at the Microsoft site. Each book consists of a cover page, an optional table of contents and the pages of the book. You can: � Page through the book by using the scroll dial on your Pocket PC or by tapping the page number on each page. � Annotate the book with highlighting, bookmarks, notes and drawings. � Search for text and look up definitions for words. The Guidebook contains all the information you need to use the software. To open the Guidebook, tap Help on the Reader command bar. Or, on a book page, tap and hold on the book title then tap Help on the pop-up menu. Tap � Programs and tap the Microsoft Reader icon to switch to the program. Getting Books for Your Pocket PC You can download book files from the Web. Just visit your favourite eBook retailer and follow the instructions to download the book files. Sample books and a dictionary are also included in the MSReader folder on the Companion CD. Use ActiveSync to download the files from your desktop computer to your activated Pocket PC as described in the Read Me file in the MSReader folder. Using the Library The Library is your Reader home page. The home page displays a list of all books stored on your Pocket PC or storage card. To open the Library, use one of the two methods:

� On the Reader command bar, tap Library.

� On a book page, tap the book title and tap Library on the pop-up menu. To open a book, tap its title in the Library list. Reading a Book Each book consists of a cover page, an optional table of contents and the pages of the book. Navigation options are listed in the bottom portion of the cover page. The first time you open a book, you will probably want to go to the first page or to the table of contents, if there is one. Subsequently, whenever you open the book, you automatically go to the last page read. In addition to the text, each book page includes a page number and book title. Tap to scroll through the Library list. Tap to open a book. Tap here to navigate to other parts of the Reader. Tap to select a sort order. Tap to specify the books you want to display in the list.

You can also page through a book by using the scroll dial on your Pocket PC.

Using Reader Features Reading a book electronically gives you several options not available with paper books. These options are available from any book page. Select text by dragging across the text on the page. Then, tap an option on the pop-up menu, as described here. � Search for Text Find text in a book by tapping Find on the pop-up menu. Enter the word you want to search for and tap the desired Find option. Reader highlights found text on the page. To close Find, tap outside the box. To return to your original page, tap the title and then tap Return on the pop-up menu. � Copy Text You can copy text from books that support this feature into any program that accepts text. On a book page, select the text you want to copy. Then, tap Copy Text on the pop-up menu. The text can be pasted into the program of your choice. � Bookmarks When you add a bookmark to a book, a color-coded bookmark icon appears in the right margin. You can add multiple bookmarks to a book. Then, from anywhere in the book, tap the bookmark icon to go to the bookmarked page. 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. Tap to select a navigation option.

When you highlight text, it appears with a colored background.

� Notes When you attach a note to text, you enter the text in a note pad that appears on top of the book page. A Note icon displays in the left margin. To show or hide the note, tap the icon. � 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. Removing a Book When you finish reading a book, you can delete it to conserve space on your Pocket PC. If a copy of the book is stored on your desktop computer, you can download it again at any time. To remove a book from your Pocket PC, tap and hold the title in the Library list and then tap Delete on the pop-up menu.

Use Pictures to view jpg pictures stored on your Pocket PC or on a storage card,

send pictures to others, view a slideshow of your pictures or set a picture as the background on the Today screen. You can copy jpg pictures from your desktop computer to the My Pictures folder, within the My Documents folder on your Pocket PC. For more information on copying files from your desktop computer to your Pocket PC, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer. 1. To view pictures in a storage card, insert the card. 2. Tap � Programs and tap the Pictures icon to switch to the program. 3. By default, the program displays thumbnails of the jpg pictures in the My Pictures folder, within the My Documents folder on your Pocket PC. To view the jpg pictures in a storage card, tap . To view pictures on the Pocket PC, tap . 4. Thumbnails of pictures appear on the screen. You can tap one of them to view the picture in full screen. For more information about using Pictures, tap � Help. Tap to change the sort order. Tap to view a picture in full screen.

5.8 Additional Programs

In addition to Microsoft software, your Pocket PC manufacturer also provides additional programs to enhance your Pocket PC or facilitate your operation. eBackup The eBackup program allows you to back up all or selected data stored in the RAM of your Pocket PC to an additional storage media. To Backup Data CAUTION: � Make sure that the capacity of your storage card is enough for your data. � Never turn off your Pocket PC or remove the storage card during the backup process. � Do not back up your data when the battery is low. Otherwise, you might lose your data. 1. Disconnect your Pocket PC from your desktop computer, if connected. 2. Close all running programs by tapping � Settings � System tab � Memory icon � Running Programs tab � Stop All. 3. Insert a storage card if you are using the media for backing up. NOTE: Your Pocket PC includes an internal storage device called “My Flash Disk”. When using eBackup, you can choose this disk as your target if the size of your date does not exceed 32MB. 4. Tap � Programs � eBackup icon to switch to the program. 5. Tap Backup and then Next. 6. Select a storage media to back up data and tap Next. 7. Select the items you want to backup. You can select individual or multiple items from Contacts, Calendar, Tasks, Inbox, Channels, Notes, Voice Recorder and User Applications. 8. Tap Next. The program will start backing up data and then display a message on the screen when backup is completed. 9. Remove the storage card, if inserted. Never delete the contents in the storage card, or the backup data will be lost and you cannot restore data with this card.

To Restore Data

CAUTION: � If you have created files on your Pocket PC since the last backup and do not want to delete these files during the restore process, move the files from your Pocket PC to your desktop computer or to a storage card before restoring data. � When you restore data, make sure that your Pocket PC has the same regional settings that it had when you completed the backup. 1. Disconnect your Pocket PC from your desktop computer, if connected. 2. Stop all running programs by tapping � Settings � System tab � Memory icon � Running Programs tab � Stop All. 3. Insert the storage card if your data were backed up in the card. 4. Tap � Programs � eBackup icon to switch to the program. 5. Tap Restore and then Next. 6. Select the storage media containing your backup data and tap Next. 7. Select the items you want to restore. 8. Tap Restore. 9. Tap Yes. The program will start restoring data and then display a message on the screen when restoring is completed. 10. Reset your Pocket PC as described in section 7.1. E-Viewer Tap � Programs � E-Viewer icon to switch to the program. This program provides an easy way to view image files in jpg and bmp formats. With E-Viewer, you can: � View image files in thumbnail or list view. � Delete, rename, cut or copy an image file. � Send the current image file via email � Print the current image file via infrared. � Receive image files via infrared.

� Edit an image file. You can crop an image, add text, write directly on the

image and add a frame. � Capture the screen. � Create a slide show. � Rotate an image. � Add notes and audio to an image.

6 Getting Connected

To take full advantage of your Pocket PC, you will want to get connected. This chapter tells you how you can get your Pocket PC connected to the Internet or corporate network through a variety of ways including wireless network, modem, network card and Bluetooth. It also describes Internet Explorer for Web browsing. 6.1 About Connections Your Pocket PC has two groups of connection settings: “My ISP” and “My Work Network.” My ISP settings are used to connect to the Internet, and My Work Network settings can be used to connect to any private network, such as a corporate network you use at work. After the connections, you can browse the Internet or intranet, send and receive e-mail and instant messages, and synchronize information using ActiveSync. 6.2 Wireless Network Connection NOTE: Your Pocket PC incorporates wireless network and Bluetooth capabilities, but you cannot use both at the same time. Your Pocket PC has a built-in wireless network module. As long as you are in a wireless LAN (Local Area Network) environment, you can connect to the network without physical cables. Setting Up a Wireless Network Networks that you have already configured are preferred networks and are listed in Wireless networks. You can select to connect to only preferred networks or

have your Pocket PC search for and connect to any available network whether it

is preferred or not. 1. Tap � MioWireless. Or, you can tap the icon at the lower right corner of the Today screen and then tap Wireless. 2. The message “Initiate as xxxx …” (where xxxx represents the mode) appears on the screen. The icons at the corner changes to to indicate that the function is available. NOTE: If multiple networks are detected, a dialog box will appear on the screen for you to select or configure a network. You can access the network list by tapping Settings or through step 3 as described below. 3. Tap � Settings � Connections tab � Wireless Ethernet. 4. To change network settings, tap a network in the list. � From Connects to, select what your network connects to, Work or the Internet. � To connect to an ad-hoc connection, select This is a device-to-computer (ad-hoc) connection. 5. From Networks to access, select All available, Only access points or Only computer-to-computer. 6. To connect only to networks you have already configured, clear Automatically connect to non-preferred networks. NOTE: If you select to automatically connect to non-preferred networks, your Pocket PC will detect any new networks and provide you the opportunity to configure them. Configuring Authentication Settings To determine if authentication information is needed, see your network administrator. 1. To manually enter the information, select a network as described earlier and tap Authentication tab. 2. To use data encryption, tap Data encryption (WEP enabled). 3. To use Shared Key authentication, tap Network Authentication (shared mode). You will need a network key (as provided by your network administrator).

4. To automatically use a network key, tap The key is provided for me

automatically. Otherwise, enter the network key. 5. For increased security, select Use IEEE 802.1x network access control. Then, select the appropriate EAP type. Starting and Ending the Wireless Network Connection To start the connection: 1. Tap � MioWireless. Or, you can tap the icon at the lower right corner of the Today screen and then tap Wireless. 2. The message “Initiate as xxxx …” (where xxxx represents the mode) appears on the screen. The icon at the corner changes to to indicate that the function is available. 3. If multiple networks are detected, a dialog box will appear on the screen for you to select a network. 4. To start the connection, use the desired program. For example, switch to Pocket Internet Explorer and browse to a Web page. Your Pocket PC will automatically connect. To end the connection: 1. Tap the icon in the Navigation Bar of the Today screen and tap Disconnect. 2. Tap the icon at the lower right corner of the Today screen and tap Non. NOTE: When you are not using the wireless network any more, complete the actions for ending the connection as described above. Leaving the wireless network module active will consume more power. Using the Pocket PC as a USB Dongle Through the cradle or ActiveSync cable, you can use your Pocket PC as a USB dongle for a desktop computer so that the computer can connect to a wireless network. You need to install a specific driver on the desktop computer. To download the driver and installation instructions, visit the website www.justmio.com.

6.3 Modem Connection

With a modem, you can dial in to your ISP or corporate network. Before creating the connection, you need to: � Have a modem (IR, CompactFlash or SD IO). (For installation information, see the documentation supplied with the product.) � Obtain the following information from your ISP or network administrator: server phone number, user name, password, domain name and TCP/IP settings. Create a modem connection as follows: 1. Tap � Settings � Connections tab � Connections. 2. Follow the instructions in the New Connection wizard. To view additional settings, tap . 3. In My ISP or My Work Network, tap Add a new modem connection. NOTE: To change modem connection settings, in either My ISP or My Work Network, tap Manage existing connections. Select the desired modem connection, tap Settings and follow the instructions on the screen. Starting and Ending a Modem Connection To start the connection, install the modem and connect the modem cable. Then, use the desired program. For example, switch to Pocket Internet Explorer and browse to a Web page. Your Pocket PC will automatically connect. To end the connection, tap the icon on the Navigation bar and then tap Disconnect. 6.4 Network (Ethernet) Card Connection Use a network (Ethernet) card to connect directly to a network. You do not need to create a new connection on your Pocket PC. Insert a network card and you can create a connection. Before creating the connection, you need to:

� Have a network card (CompactFlash or SD IO). (For installation

information, see the documentation supplied with the product.) � Obtain the following information from your network administrator: user name, password and domain name. Creating a Network Card Connection 1. Insert the network card into your Pocket PC. 2. The first time you insert the card, Network Settings appears automatically so that you can configure the network card. If it does not appear or to change settings later, tap � Settings � Connections tab � Connections � Advanced tab � Network Card. 3. If you need to enter specific server information, tap the appropriate adapter and then Properties. Most networks use DHCP, so you should not have to change these settings unless your network administrator instructs you to do so. 4. If necessary, connect the network card to the network by using a network cable. NOTE: You may need proxy server and VPN connection settings. For more information, see your network administrator. Starting and Ending a Network Card Connection To start the connection, install the network card and connect the network cable. Then, use the desired program. For example, switch to Pocket Internet Explorer and browse to a Web page. Your Pocket PC will automatically connect. To end the connection, remove the card from your Pocket PC.

NOTE: Your Pocket PC incorporates Bluetooth and wireless network capabilities, but you

cannot use both at the same time. Your Pocket PC incorporates Bluetooth capability. Bluetooth is a short-range wireless communications technology. Devices with Bluetooth capabilities can exchange information over a distance of about 10 meters (30 feet) without requiring a physical connection. With Bluetooth, you can: � Beam information, such as files, appointments, tasks, and contact cards, between devices that have Bluetooth capabilities. � Create a dial-up modem connection between your Pocket PC and a Bluetooth phone. You can then use the Bluetooth phone as a modem. Selecting Bluetooth Mode You will need to select a Bluetooth mode before using the function. 1. Tap the icon at the lower right corner of the Today screen and then tap BlueTooth. 2. The message “Bluetooth initialize…” appears on the screen. The icon at the corner changes to to indicate that the function is available. 3. Tap � Settings � Connections tab � Bluetooth. 4. Select a mode according to your needs: � On The Bluetooth radio is turned on and you can use Bluetooth features. However, others Bluetooth devices cannot detect your Pocket PC. � Off The Bluetooth radio is turned off. In this mode, you can neither send nor receive information by using Bluetooth. � Discoverable The Bluetooth radio is turned on and all of the other Bluetooth devices within range can detect your Pocket PC and attempt to beam information to it, establish a bond, or use a Bluetooth service. 5. Tap OK.

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