User manual HP AERO 1500 - Reference Guide

Aero 1500 Series Palm-size PC Reference Guide NOTICE The information in this reference guide is subject to change without notice. COMPAQ COMPUTER CORPORATION SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR TECHNICAL OR EDITORIAL ERRORS OR OMISSIONS CONTAINED HEREIN; NOR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE, OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL. This reference guide contains information protected by copyright. No part of this reference guide may be photocopied or reproduced in any form without prior written consent from Compaq Computer Corporation. © 1999 Compaq Computer Corporation. All rights reserved. COMPAQ, AERO and the Compaq logo are registered in the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. Microsoft, MS, ActiveSync, Active Desktop, Outlook, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows CE logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. 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REFERENCE GUIDE Aero 1500 Series Palm-size PC First Edition August 1999 Compaq Computer Corporation TABLE OF CONTENTS preface: Before You Begin chapter 1: Introducing the Device chapter 2: Basic Operations chapter 3: Using Power chapter 4: Software Functions chapter 5: Backup and Restore chapter 6: Pocket Outlook chapter 7: Voice Recorder chapter 8: Note Taker chapter 9: Picture Viewer chapter 10: AudiblePlayer chapter 11: Infrared Feature chapter 12: CompactFlash Cards chapter 13: ActiveSync chapter 14: Channels chapter 15: Getting Connected Remotely chapter 16: Upgrading the Memory Module chapter 17: Using Jot Character Recognizer chapter 18: Tips & Troubleshooting appendix A: Hardware Specifications appendix B: Icon Reference appendix C: Regulatory Notices preface BEFORE YOU BEGIN Before using your Compaq Aero 1500 Series, be sure to read through the Quick Start Guide. Read this chapter for information about: documentation and online help customer registration symbols and conventions used in this guide FINDING INFORMATION References are provided as printed materials and as online information that is accessible from your desktop computer and your Aero 1500. In addition to this guide the following references come with your Aero 1500: Quick Start Guide Pocket Reference Guide Accessories Information Accessories Business Card Important Safety Information Register Now Card (North America only) For Help... (warranty and service information) Program License Agreement Microsoft® ActiveSyncTM booklet (with Microsoft ActiveSync CD) The following online references are also available: Name Palm-size PC Help Microsoft ActiveSync Help Location Compaq Aero 1500. Tap StartàHelp. à On your desktop computer. Install the Microsoft ActiveSync software. Next, click on the Microsoft ActiveSync icon on your desktop, then click HelpàActiveSync Help. à www.microsoft.com/ windowsce/ppc www.compaq.com/ products/ Microsoft Palm-size PC Home Page Compaq Aero 1500 Home Page LOCATING INFORMATION QUICKLY To quickly find the information you're looking for, use this table as a starting point. To Find Information About: Using the programs on your Compaq Aero 1500 Synchronizing and exchanging files with your desktop computer Look Here: Compaq Aero 1500 Reference Guide Palm-size PC Help Microsoft ActiveSync Help. ActiveSync Help also includes troubleshooting information on connections. Palm-size PC Help The booklet accompanying the Microsoft ActiveSync CD Tap and hold on a toolbar button or dialog box item to see its name or a short description. Drag off the toolbar button or item before lifting to avoid activating it. Read Me files (located in the ActiveSync folder on your desktop computer). Accessories Information Accessories Business Card Aero 1500 Home Page (www.compaq.com/ products/) Toolbar buttons and dialog box items Information on this release of Windows CE and ActiveSync Information on Aero 1500 accessories and how to order them The latest information and offers for your Aero 1500 device and accessories CUSTOMER REGISTRATION In North America To receive the latest information on your Compaq Aero 1500 Series, as well as special offers on device accessories and software, be sure to register with Compaq by completing and mailing the Register Now card included with your Palm-size PC. Outside of North America Outside of North America, use the Compaq Info Messenger service to obtain Internet and e-mail access to the latest software updates and service documentation for your device. Once you register with this free service at www.compaq.com/ infomessenger and build your profile(s), Info Messenger searches the Compaq Web site and collects information specific to your Compaq Aero 1500 environment. Info Messenger then sends an e-mail alerting you when new and/or updated information is available on a Compaq customized Web page. SYMBOLS AND CONVENTIONS Some or all of the following format conventions may be used in this guide to distinguish elements of text: Names of menus, commands and icons are shown in bold type as they appear on the display, for example, Start, Close all tasks, Q. An arrow is used to separate icons or menu options that you should select in succession, for example, tap StartàSettingsàOwner. à à WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life. CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of information. NOTE: Text set off in this manner presents commentary, sidelights, or interesting points of information. IMPORTANT: Text set off in this manner presents clarifying information or specific instructions. chapter 1 INTRODUCING THE DEVICE Welcome to the high-performance world of the ultraslim Compaq Aero 1500 Series (referred to as the "device" throughout this reference guide). Powered by Microsoft's Windows CE operating system, the Compaq Aero 1500 Series is designed to provide you quick and convenient access to critical information while away from your PC. The world's smallest Windows CE powered Palm-size PC, the Aero 1500 fits neatly in your pocket and acts as a mobile extension to your PC, letting you access and organize important information such as your contacts, schedule and task list wherever you go. The Aero 1500 features a crisp, high-resolution display that greatly enhances the clarity of text and graphics so that you can view more information at a glance. Because its Windows CE interface closely emulates the Windows interface on your PC, the Compaq Aero 1500 Series is the most intuitive way to stay productive and access, organize and exchange information with a Windows-based PC. This chapter describes the following features: front side components left side components right side components top edge components bottom edge components back side components cradle components and auto-sync cable FRONT SIDE COMPONENTS Î Í Ë Ì Front Side Item Component Function The indicator light on the top of the device serves as both a battery charge indicator and a visual alarm indicator. Flashing green: Notification alarm signal. Flashing amber: Battery is charging. Solid amber: Battery is fully charged. For more information, see "Charging the Battery Pack" in Chapter 3, and "Setting Notification Alarms" in Chapter 4. Continued Ê Ê Battery Charge and Alarm Light Front Side Components Continued Item Component Function The program buttons on the front panel of the device are used to open some of the most frequently used applications. You can change the shortcuts of the program buttons so that they open different applications. For more information, see "Program Buttons" in Chapter 6. Opens the Calendar application. Opens the Contacts application. Opens the Tasks application. Opens the Note Taker application. The Power and Backlight button is used to turn on and off your device and the screen backlight. Press and release the button to turn on or off the device. Press and hold the button for one second to toggle on or off the backlight. The Aero 1500 Series features a crisp, high-resolution, STN-type monochrome display that greatly enhances the clarity of text and graphics so that you can view more information at a glance. Its large viewable area (320 x 240 pixels) lets you see more and do more. Continued Ë Program Buttons Ì Power and Backlight Button Í Display Front Side Components Continued Item Component Function The two small holes at the top of the device are the microphone for the built-in Voice Recorder. For more information, see Chapter 7, "Voice Recorder." Î Microphone LEFT SIDE COMPONENTS Ê Item Component Ë Ì Left Side Function You can record brief notes and messages by speaking into the built-in microphone while holding down the voice recorder button. For more information, see Chapter 7, "Voice Recorder." This is a wheel with three functions. Rotate the dial up to cause an upward scrolling action while you are using an application. Rotate the dial down to cause a downward scrolling action while you are using an application. Press the center of the dial to use it as an action button, much like the Enter key on a full-sized PC keyboard. Press this button to exit a window within an application. The Exit button is similar to the Esc key on a full-size PC keyboard. Ê Ë Voice Recorder Button Dial/Action Button Ì Exit Button RIGHT SIDE COMPONENTS Ë Ê Right Side Item Component Function The system relies on a coin-sized backup battery to maintain data when the main battery pack is low or unavailable. Open the cover of the backup battery compartment to access the backup battery. For more information, see "Backup Battery" in Chapter 3. The DC jack allows you to connect to external power with the supplied AC adapter. For more information, see "Using AC Power" in Chapter 3. Ê Backup Battery Compartment Ë DC Jack TOP EDGE COMPONENTS Ê Í Top Edge Item Component Function Ì Ë Ê Infrared Port Ë Ì Í Audio Jack CompactFlash Card Slot Stylus and Stylus Compartment You can use the infrared port to exchange data with other infrared-equipped devices. The infrared port can transmit at speeds up to 115 Kb per second. For more information, see Chapter 11, "Infrared Feature." The audio jack lets you connect an earplug to your Compaq Aero 1500. The CompactFlash slot is protected by a removable cover. The slot supports Type I CompactFlash cards. For more information, see Chapter 12, "CompactFlash Cards." The stylus compartment stores the stylus when it's not in use. Pull the stylus up to release it from the compartment. When you are finished using the stylus, insert it back into the compartment and gently press it down. BOTTOM EDGE COMPONENTS Ë Ê Bottom Edge Item Component Function The communications port establishes a connection with the serial port of your desktop PC. You can connect the Aero 1500 to a PC by using a cradle or an auto-sync cable. For information on using the communications port to establish a connection to a PC, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer. This button allows you to access the main battery. Press the recessed button with your stylus to open the battery compartment cover. Ê Communications Port Ë Battery Cover Release Button BACK SIDE COMPONENTS Î Ê Í Ë Ì Back Side Item Component Function The memory compartment holds the memory module installed in the device. For more information, see Chapter 15, "Upgrading the Memory Module." The battery compartment holds the rechargeable battery pack. For more information, see "Rechargeable Battery Pack" in Chapter 3. The Backup Battery Cover Release button is recessed inside the case of the device. This button allows you to access the backup battery. To pop open the backup battery compartment cover on the adjacent edge, use the tip of the stylus to press the button. Continued Ê Ë Ì Memory Compartment Battery Compartment Backup Battery Cover Release Button Back Side Components Continued Item Component Function The system sounds alarms and plays back sound recordings through this speaker. The Reset button is recessed inside the case of the device. Occasionally, some hardware or software malfunctions can prevent the device from responding. To get the device working again, use the tip of the stylus to press the Reset button. For more information, see "Resetting Your Device" in Chapter 3. CAUTION: When you use the Reset button, you will lose any data that has not been saved. Í Î Speaker Reset Button CRADLE COMPONENTS AND AUTO-SYNC CABLE Your Compaq Aero 1500 comes with a cradle. You can also buy an autosync cable separately. Both accessories can be used to establish a link between the Aero 1500 and a desktop computer. Ì Ë Ê Cradle Item Component Function The cradle links your Aero 1500 to your desktop computer. You can also recharge the main unit's battery by docking the main unit in the cradle while the cradle is attached to external power. The stylus holder acts as a convenient storing place for your stylus when you are using your Aero 1500 with your cradle. Continued Ê Ë Cradle Stylus Holder Item Component Function The fixed auto-sync cable connects your cradle to the desktop PC. When you dock the device into the cradle, the device automatically connects with the desktop PC. (You must install ActiveSync on the desktop PC first.) For more information, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop PC. Ì Fixed Auto-sync Cable Í Î Using the Cradle Item Component AC Adapter Function The AC adapter connects the cradle to external power. For more information, see "Using AC Power" in Chapter 3. The DC jack allows you to connect to external power via the supplied AC adapter. Í Î DC Jack Ï The Auto-sync Cable Item Component Function The auto-sync cable allows you to make a direct connection from the communications port on your device to the serial port on your desktop PC. Ï Auto-sync Cable (Accessory) chapter 2 BASIC OPERATIONS This section helps you to start using your Compaq Aero 1500 Series. In-depth information on each of the individual operations described can be found elsewhere in this reference guide. This chapter describes the following features: using the stylus programs Active Desktop start menu and taskbar command bar typing and writing on your device finding information on your device viewing information on your device customizing your device adjusting the backlight USING THE STYLUS The Compaq Aero 1500 Series has a touch-sensitive screen. It allows you to use your stylus to interact with the device. With the Aero 1500 Series, you can input data using the full screen area. When it's not in use, the stylus is stored inside a compartment located at the top edge of your device. Pull up the stylus to free it from the stylus compartment. When you are finished using the stylus, reinsert it into the compartment and gently press it down. Using the Stylus CAUTION: Do not touch the screen with sharp objects or any other type of writing instrument. It can damage the screen. The stylus tip can also be used to open the battery compartment cover, the backup battery compartment cover, or to press the Reset button. PROGRAMS The basic set of Windows CE programs is installed on your Aero 1500 Series. You can switch to any program by selecting from the Start menu or the Q Menu, or by pressing a program button on the device. The programs listed below are installed on your device. Program ActiveSync AudiblePlayer Auto Run Calendar CF Backup/Restore Channels Connections Contacts Diagnostics File Explorer Game Keys Inbox Note Taker PC Link Picture Viewer Solitaire Description Synchronizes your desktop computer and your device. Lets you listen to audio recordings. Allows specialized programs stored on a CompactFlash card to run automatically. Allows you to review or change your appointments. Allows you to backup and restore data with a CompactFlash card. Downloads data to your device. Connects to other computers or the Internet. Keeps track of your friends and colleagues. Allows you to test various functions of your Aero 1500. Lets you manage and navigate among your files. Converts the application launch keys into directional keys so that you can play games. Sends and receives e-mail. Creates handwritten or typed notes and drawings. Initiates a connection with your desktop computer. Allows you to view images on your Aero 1500. Entertains you while you are on the road. Continued Programs Continued Program QLaunch Q Menu QUtilities Tasks Voice Recorder Description Adds a Q icon to the task bar so you can quickly access the Q Menu. Allows you to switch between tasks, close tasks and view QUtilities. Allows you to access several important setting controls. Allows you to review and change your task list. Allows you to record a memo. You don't have to close programs on your device. Simply switch to another program you want to use. To switch between open programs, tap the Q icon on the taskbar, then the desired program from the program list. NOTE: The pre-installed programs on your device are stored in ROM (read-only memory) and cannot be removed or lost. You can install additional software that will be placed in RAM (random access memory). Programs placed in RAM can be removed. See ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer for information on installing third party software. ACTIVE DESKTOP Use the Active Desktop to display important information, such as today's appointments and tasks. Active Desktop Screen To select the type of information you want to display on the desktop, tap StartàSettingsàDisplayàDisplay Active Desktop. à à à Display Properties Screen START MENU AND TASKBAR Use the Start menu on the taskbar to open programs, adjust settings, find information, and view Help for the current program. Start Menu On the taskbar, you can also do the following: Taskbar NOTE: When your batteries are running low, a battery icon appears in the status area. For icon descriptions, see Appendix B, "Icon Reference."Low battery messages are also displayed on your screen. For information on optimizing battery life, see "Conserving Battery Power" in Chapter 3. You can change what you see on the Start menu and taskbar by tapping StartàSettingsàTaskbar. à à COMMAND BAR The command bar at the top of the device screen includes both menu names and toolbar buttons. You can decide which you want to display. Command Bar TYPING AND WRITING ON YOUR DEVICE With your Aero 1500 Series, you can quickly type, write, and draw in the way that's most convenient for you. You can type with the keyboard, write using character recognition, or write and draw directly on the screen using your stylus. In Note Taker, and in notes that you attach to entries in Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks, you can use your stylus to write on the screen. You can enter information in any program on your device by typing with the keyboard or writing using character recognition. First, select the input method you want to use in your device's input panel. Tap the Input Method arrow to see your choices. Type with the keyboard To type, tap the Input Method arrow and select Keyboard. Then tap the keys with your stylus. Typing with the Keyboard You can adjust keyboard settings by tapping StartàSettingsàInput à à Panel. Select Keyboard as the input method, then tap Options. Enable swipe shortcuts (gestures) on your keyboard so that you can: Insert a space by swiping across the keyboard from left to right. Delete a character by swiping across the keyboard from right to left. Enter a carriage return by swiping the keyboard from top to bottom. Enter the character in uppercase by starting on a key and swiping up. Write using character recognition You can write using the character recognition software CIC® JotTM. Tap the Input Method arrow and select Jot Character Recognizer. When you write a letter in the box, your handwritten character is converted to typed text that appears on the screen. Input Panel Some letters must be written in a particular way to be recognized. To see how to write letters, tap the Help button for an online demonstration or see Chapter 17, "Using Jot Character Recognizer." NOTE: Drag your stylus across the panel horizontally from right to left to delete a character. Drag from left to right to type a space. As you type or write, your device anticipates the word you are 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 device, the more words it learns to anticipate. Using the Word Completion Function To customize the suggested words, tap StartàSettingsàInput Panel, à à and select the Word Completion tab. FINDING INFORMATION The Find feature on your device helps you quickly locate information. Tap StartàFind. Enter the text you want to find, select a data type, then à tap OK to start the search. Finding Information Screen VIEWING INFORMATION Most programs provide a list view, showing the items or files you've already created in that program. You can display the list in the manner that's most helpful for you. You can sort the list on a particular column by tapping the column heading. In Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks, you can assign entries to particular categories then filter the list to show a specific category. In Note Taker, Voice Recorder, and Inbox, you can place files or messages in folders, then filter the list to show only the files or messages in a specific folder. CUSTOMIZING YOUR DEVICE You can adjust your Aero 1500 Series' settings to suit the way you work. Select StartàSettings to see the settings available on your device. à You might want to adjust the following: Item Asset Viewer Buttons Communications Dialing Display Input Panel Owner Password Power Regional Settings Remove Programs Stylus System Taskbar Volume & Sounds World Clock Description Access detailed information about your Aero 1500 as well as your owner information. Associate program buttons with specific programs and adjust the Up/Down control. Set the name and customize settings for connecting to a desktop computer. Adjust dialing location settings and dialing patterns. Adjust Active Desktop and backlight settings. Customize the input method and set word completion settings. Enter contact information in case your device is misplaced. Limit access to your device. Maximize battery life. Customize the appearance of numbers, currency values, times, and dates. Uninstall a program. Recalibrate your screen or adjust double-tap sensitivity. Adjust memory allocation between storage memory and program memory. Customize the Taskbar and Start menu. Customize or turn off sounds. Set the date and time for your location and a second location. NOTE: Some settings are adjustable from the Q Menu and QUtilities. For more information, see "Q Menu and QUtilities" in Chapter 4. For information on a particular setting, you can do either of the following: Open the setting, tap StartàHelp. à Open the setting, then tap and hold on the label of the item on which you want more information. Display Properties Screen ADJUSTING THE BACKLIGHT The Aero 1500 Series' backlight lets you view text and graphics clearly whether you're indoors or outdoors, in a dim study or at a brightly lit worksite. There are three ways to turn on and off the backlight: using the Power and Backlight button, tapping the light bulb icon on the taskbar, and using the Q Menu. Using the Power and Backlight Button You can use the Power and Backlight button on the front of your device to turn the backlight on and off. Press and hold the Power and Backlight button for one second to toggle on or off the backlight. Using the Light Bulb Icon You can use the light bulb icon on the taskbar to turn on or off the backlight. Tap the icon to toggle between its two settings: Icon Meaning The backlight is on. The backlight is off. Using the Q Menu's Backlight Control You can adjust even more settings using the Q Menu. Tap the Q icon on the taskbar, then tap Backlight. (If the Q icon does not appear on your taskbar, tap StartàQLaunch). à Backlight Menu You can perform the following actions: Tap On to turn on the backlight. Tap Off to turn off the backlight. Tap Disable to turn off the backlight and remove the light bulb icon from the taskbar. Tap Reverse to toggle on and off reverse backlight mode. In reverse backlight mode, when the backlight is turned on the device will display dark text on a white back ground in dimly lit environments, and white text on a dark background in brightly lit environments. Tap PropertiesàBacklight tab to adjust the backlight timeout. Use à the drop-down menus to set the amount of idle time before the backlight turns off when the device is using battery power or external power. Setting the Backlight Timeout After the timeout has turned off the backlight, any screen tap or button activation will turn the backlight on again. chapter 3 USING POWER Your Compaq Aero 1500 Series is installed with a rechargeable, removable battery pack that can power the device wherever you go. In addition, the device has a small backup battery. The backup battery maintains the data stored on RAM memory when the main battery pack is fully discharged or while you are changing one battery pack for another battery pack. The battery pack can be recharged by connecting the device to a power outlet with the supplied AC adapter. You can also recharge the battery pack by placing the device in the cradle while the cradle is connected to a power outlet with the supplied AC adapter. This chapter describes the following features: rechargeable battery pack charging the battery pack backup battery conserving battery power using AC power resetting your device RECHARGEABLE BATTERY PACK For mobile computing, your Aero 1500 Series draws power from a rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack. When the battery is fully charged, it can store enough energy to power your device for several hours. If you use heavy power-using features such as the screen backlight, you will discharge the battery faster. If you frequently use the device with battery power for a long duration exceeding several hours, you may want to purchase a spare battery. Changing the Battery Pack To remove and replace the battery pack in your Aero 1500 Series, follow the steps below. Before removing the battery, always verify that the coinsized backup battery is installed in the device and has a rating of Low to Good. CAUTION: The backup battery maintains the data held in your Aero 1500 Series whenever the battery is low, or if the battery pack is removed. The backup battery is not rechargeable, so when you change battery packs, do not cause an unnecessary drain on the backup battery by leaving the device without a battery pack for more than a short period of time. Turn off the device. Turn over the device and use your stylus to press the recessed button below the battery cover on the bottom edge of the device Ê. The cover will pop up. Grasp the cover and pull it up at a 45-degree angle to disengage it from the two latches at the top of the battery compartment Ë. Remove the cover completely. Remove the battery from the battery compartment. Ë Ê Removing the Battery Compartment Cover Place the new battery into the compartment Ì as indicated by the icon inside the compartment. Ì Inserting the Battery Pack Reinsert the battery cover at a 45-degree angle to engage its two tabs into the latches at the top of the compartment, then press down to snap it into place. IMPORTANT: The battery compartment cover must be installed for the device to power on. If the inserted battery is new, connect the device to the AC adapter and charge the battery for three hours, until it is fully charged. Checking the Battery Pack Charge When you are working with your Aero 1500 Series and using battery power, you can monitor the charge held in the battery pack by using the Power Properties window. To display the Power Properties window: Tap StartàSettingsàPower or QàPower. (Tap StartàQLaunch à à à à to make the Q icon appear on the taskbar.) If the battery pack is low on charge, the battery icon appears on the taskbar. You can display the Power Properties window by tapping the battery icon on the taskbar. Power Properties (Battery Tab) Screen The Power Properties window only shows the battery charge level if you are using the battery pack. If you have connected the AC adapter, the window shows the recharging status of the battery. NOTE: If you have just powered on your Aero 1500 Series, or disconnected it from AC power, the battery gauge may appear blank. Wait a few moments before checking the battery pack charge. Low Rechargeable Battery Indicators When the charge level in the battery pack becomes low, the battery icon appears in the taskbar. The battery icon gives a graphic representation of the amount of charge remaining in the battery pack. Icon Meaning Main battery is low. Main battery is very low. External (AC) power source is connected and/or main battery is charging. Note that when the charge level in the battery pack gets very low, an exclamation mark (!) appears beside the battery icon. Shortly after the battery icon explanation mark appears, a warning message appears to explain that the device cannot continue operating because of insufficient battery charge, and the device shuts down. NOTE: To save power, the backlight is automatically disabled when the exclamation mark (!) appears beside the battery icon. Responding to a Low Battery Pack When the battery icon appears in the task bar, be aware that the battery pack charge level is low. If you can't connect the AC adapter or install a spare charged battery pack, you may continue working but avoid using heavy power-consuming features such as the screen backlight or CompactFlash cards. When the exclamation mark (!) appears beside the battery icon, save any unsaved data you are working on and turn off the device. Don't try to restart the device until you have connected to a power outlet using the AC adapter or you have replaced the discharged battery pack with a fully charged battery pack. CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK You can recharge the Aero 1500 Series battery pack by: Connecting the AC adapter directly to your device. Connecting the AC adapter to the cradle and docking the device into the cradle. NOTE: There is no requirement to fully discharge the battery pack before recharging and there is no requirement to continue charging a battery pack until it is fully charged. If you purchase a replacement or a spare battery back, always give it a full charge the first time that you use it. Connecting to External Power Connect the device to a wall outlet Ê using the AC adapter Ë. You can connect the DC connector Ì from the AC adapter directly to the device, Ë Ì Ê Charging the Battery Using the AC Adapter Directly or, you can connect it to the desktop cradle and dock the device into the cradle. Charging the Battery Using the Cradle CAUTION: Only use the Compaq Aero 1500/2100 Series AC adapter to connect to external power. If you do not, you may damage your Aero 1500. WARNING: Do not attempt to connect a second AC adapter to the device's DC jack if the device is already docked in a cradle that is connected to a wall outlet. The amber battery charge light Í begins flashing to indicate that battery charging is underway. If the battery is completely discharged, the battery will receive a full charge in 2 to 3 hours. If you have turned on your device while the battery is charging, it might take up to 4 hours for the battery to receive a full charge. Í Battery Charge Light When the battery pack is fully charged, the battery charging light stops flashing and the amber LED remains on. Useful Battery Life The removable battery pack is rated to remain useful for at least 300 cycles of charging and discharging. Beyond this time, the battery will become less efficient and progressively begin to store less charge. When you notice that your battery begins to hold less charge, replace it with a new Compaq-approved battery pack. Battery Disposal Because of the type of batteries used in your Aero 1500 Series, follow local regulations regarding the safe disposal of batteries. Your Compaq vendor can advise you on local regulations, and/or the existence of any battery disposal programs in operation. In North America, dispose of lithium-ion batteries by taking advantage of the Compaq battery recycling program. You will be provided with a postage-paid battery pack mailer preaddressed to a reclamation facility where the metals are recycled. Batteries/battery packs and accumulators should not be disposed of together with the general household waste. In order to forward them to recycling or proper disposal, please use the public collection system or return them to Compaq, your authorized Compaq partners, or their agents. Some important points to remember are: There is a danger of explosion and risk of personal injury if the battery is incorrectly replaced or mistreated. Do not attempt to disassemble the battery, immerse it in water or dispose of it in fire. Replace only with the battery designated for this product. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions. BACKUP BATTERY The backup battery in your Aero 1500 Series is a coin-sized Lithium cell battery (CR2032). This battery maintains the integrity of the data stored in RAM memory whenever the main battery pack is fully discharged, or whenever the main battery pack is not installed in the device. The backup battery is installed in a compartment located on the right side of your device Ê. Ê Backup Battery Compartment The backup battery is not rechargeable, but in normal use, it should have enough charge to last for a year or more. Follow the guidelines below to maintain the backup battery: Whenever the main battery pack is fully discharged, recharge it at the earliest opportunity. If you have two main battery packs, try to always keep a charged battery inside your Compaq Palm-size PC. When you exchange the battery packs, make sure the device is without a main battery pack for just a short period of time. If you will not be using your device for several days or more, first back up your data to your computer, then make sure that the battery pack is charged by keeping the device connected to AC power. CAUTION: Failure to keep the main battery charged, or the Aero 1500 connected to AC power, can cause the backup battery to discharge and the eventual loss of data stored in RAM memory. Low Backup Battery When the backup battery becomes low, the backup battery icon appears in the taskbar. Icon Meaning Backup battery is low. Backup battery is very low. Note that when the charge level in the battery pack gets very low, an exclamation mark (!) appears beside the battery icon. The Aero 1500 will also display a message to alert you. The message recurs periodically until you have replaced the backup battery. When you see this message, obtain a new backup battery (CR2032) at your earliest convenience. In the interim period, be sure to make a full backup of the data held in your Aero 1500, and take steps to make sure that you avoid fully discharging the main battery pack. Changing the Backup Battery Change the backup battery in your Aero 1500 Series as follows: Verify that the device is installed with a main battery pack with a charge rating of Low to Good. Turn off the device and turn it over. Use the tip of the stylus Ê to press the recessed button on the back of the device adjacent to the backup battery compartment Ë. The cover is hinged at one end and will pop open.