Getting Started with the PalmTM m100 Series Handhelds Copyright Copyright © 2000 Palm, Inc. or its subsidiaries. All rights reserved. Graffiti, HotSync, Palm, PalmConnect, and Palm OS are registered trademarks of Palm, Inc. or its subsidiaries in one or more countries. The HotSync logo and the Palm logo are trademarks of Palm, Inc. or its subsidiaries. Other product and brand names may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners. Disclaimer and Limitation of Liability Palm, Inc. and its subsidiaries assume no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this guide. Palm, Inc. and its subsidiaries assume no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise through the use of this software. Palm, Inc. and it subsidiaries assume no responsibility for any damage or loss caused by deletion of data as a result of malfunction, dead battery, or repairs. Be sure to make backup copies of all important data on other media to protect against data loss. Important: Please read the End User Software License Agreement with this product before using the accompanying software program(s). Using any part of the software indicates that you accept the terms of the End User Software License Agreement. HotSync® Cradle/Cable Adapters and Software Download Available The HotSync® cradle/cable supplied with your handheld fits a 9-pin serial connector. If you do not have a 9-pin serial port available on your computer, you can order the following types of adapters: 25-pin serial adapter (for use with Windows computers), Macintosh serial adapter, USB adapter (for use with Windows or Macintosh computers). To order a HotSync cradle/cable adapter, go to the web site: http://www.palm.com/support/m100/extras. PalmTM Desktop software is supplied on a CD-ROM disc. If you do not have access to a CD-ROM drive for your computer, you can download the Palm Desktop software from http://www.palm.com. Agency Compliance Information Product regulatory and compliance information can be found in the Handbook file located on the product CD-ROM. P/N: 406-2316-01 A/N: 423-2316-01 Page ii Contents Chapter 1: Get Started Your Palm m100 series handheld .......................................................1 Installing batteries .................................................................................2 Setting up your handheld ....................................................................3 Using the protective flip cover ............................................................3 Removing the cover ..........................................................................3 Attaching the cover ...........................................................................4 Installing Palm Desktop software.......................................................4 Connecting the HotSync cradle/cable ...........................................5 Installing Palm Desktop software on a Windows computer ......6 Installing Palm Desktop software on a Macintosh .......................7 Synchronizing data: Performing the first HotSync operation ........8 Congratulations! ....................................................................................9 Chapter 2: Enter Data Entering data with the onscreen keyboards ....................................11 Entering data with Graffiti writing...................................................12 Graffiti tips .......................................................................................12 Entering data with Note Pad .............................................................13 Entering data with Palm Desktop software ....................................13 Entering data using an external keyboard.......................................13 Importing data .....................................................................................13 Chapter 3: Get to Work Adjusting the screen ...........................................................................15 Using the backlight .........................................................................15 Adjusting the contrast ....................................................................15 Using Address Book ...........................................................................16 Creating an Address Book entry ...................................................16 Viewing and changing an Address Book entry ..........................17 Deleting an Address Book entry ...................................................17 Using Date Book ..................................................................................18 Creating an event ............................................................................18 Creating an untimed event ...........................................................19 Creating a repeating or continuous event ...................................20 Rescheduling an event ...................................................................20 Changing the Date Book view .......................................................21 Deleting an event ............................................................................22 Using To Do List..................................................................................23 Creating a To Do List item .............................................................23 Contents Page iii Changing a To Do List item .......................................................... 24 Marking a To Do List item complete ........................................... 25 Deleting a To Do List item ............................................................. 25 Using Note Pad ................................................................................... 26 Creating a note ................................................................................ 26 Deleting a note ................................................................................ 26 Transcribing a note ......................................................................... 27 Using Memo Pad................................................................................. 28 Reviewing and changing a memo ................................................ 29 Deleting a memo ............................................................................. 29 Using Clock.......................................................................................... 30 Setting the time and date ............................................................... 30 Viewing the time ............................................................................. 31 Setting an alarm .............................................................................. 31 Using Preferences and other settings............................................... 32 Changing the Applications Launcher display ............................ 32 Changing fonts ................................................................................ 32 Setting General preferences .......................................................... 33 Changing Formats preferences ..................................................... 33 Beaming information.......................................................................... 34 Beaming data ................................................................................... 34 Beaming applications ..................................................................... 34 Receiving beamed information ..................................................... 35 Beaming your business card ......................................................... 35 Beaming Tips ................................................................................... 35 Installing add-on applications .......................................................... 36 Installing applications using a Windows computer .................. 36 Installing applications using a Macintosh .................................. 37 Resetting your handheld ................................................................... 38 Performing a soft reset ................................................................... 38 Performing a hard reset ................................................................. 38 Chapter 4: Frequently Asked Questions I don't see anything on my handheld screen .............................. 39 I can't complete a HotSync operation .......................................... 40 Troubleshooting communication problems ............................... 40 Troubleshooting data synchronization problems ...................... 42 Upgrading from another Palm OS handheld ............................. 43 Page iv Getting Started with PalmTM m100 Series Handhelds Chapter 1 Get Started PalmTM m100 series handhelds will help you get to meetings and appointments on time, remember people's names and personal details, and track items on your To Do list. You can enter your schedule in Date Book; keep all your contact names, addresses, phone numbers, and other details in Address Book; prioritize and assign your tasks a due date in To Do List; and jot quick notes directly on the screen in Note Pad. To keep your data extra safe, you can synchronize your data with PalmTM Desktop organizer software on your Windows or Macintosh computer so you always have a backup copy. Your Palm m100 series handheld IR port Exchange data and applications with any infraredenabled Palm OS® handheld that's nearby. Power button/ Backlight control Press here to turn your handheld on and off. Hold it down for a few seconds to turn on the screen backlight. Applications Launcher Tap the Applications icon to see all your applications. Stylus Graffiti® writing area Use the stylus to enter Graffiti® text and numbers here, or to access the onscreen keyboard. Date Book Address Book Scroll buttons Press the top button to scroll up and the bottom button to scroll down. To Do List Note Pad Application buttons Chapter 1 Page 1 Installing batteries 1. Press the latch on the battery door and lift the battery door away from your handheld. Press tab to open battery door Diagram shows where to place + and - ends of batteries 2. Install two AAA alkaline batteries into the battery compartment. 3. Insert the battery door back into place so that it is flush with the back of your handheld and "clicks" into position. Important: Do not force the battery door. When the batteries are correctly installed, the battery door clips smoothly into place. When changing the batteries, replace them immediately. The built-in backup power maintains memory of your data for a period of up to one minute. Page 2 Get Started Setting up your handheld 1. Press the power button to turn on your handheld. 2. Follow the instructions on the screen to set up your handheld. Note: If your handheld does not turn on, see Chapter 4 in this guide for suggestions. Important: For users outside the United States, choose the same language for your handheld and Palm Desktop software. Choosing a language that does not match the Palm Desktop software is not recommended or supported, and may result in data loss. If you need to reselect a language on your handheld, you must perform a hard reset. See "Resetting your handheld" in Chapter 3 for details. 3. After you enter the time and date, tap Next to complete the Basic Skills tutorial. Tip: To access the Basic Skills tutorial later, tap the Welcome icon in the Applications launcher. Using the protective flip cover You can open the cover so that it rests on the back of your handheld, or remove it altogether. Removing the cover 1. Open the cover and grasp the hinge with your thumb. 2. Gently rock the cover from one side to the other until the hinge prongs release from the slots on the top edge of your handheld. Chapter 1 Page 3 Attaching the cover 1. Align the hinge prongs with the slots on the top of your handheld. 2. Insert one prong at a time until the prongs lock inside the slots. Scroll button hole Window Tip: Use the window in the cover to view the time and alarm reminder messages when your handheld is off and the cover is closed. To view the time, press the top scroll button which is accessible through the hole at the bottom of the cover. Installing Palm Desktop software Palm Desktop software includes the same applications as your handheld: Date Book, Address Book, To Do List, Note Pad, and Memo Pad. You can use the HotSync Manager feature of this software to backup and exchange data between your handheld and your computer. Note: If you are using Microsoft Outlook or other organizer software instead of Palm Desktop software, you still need to complete this process to install HotSync Manager, conduit software, and other features of Palm Desktop software. Important: If you are upgrading from another Palm OS handheld, See "Upgrading from another Palm OS handheld" in Chapter 4 for instructions before you complete the steps in this section. Page 4 Get Started Connecting th ...