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Table of Contents 1 Getting Started ............................................................................... 1 1.1 Identifying Hardware Components ......................................................1 Front Components ...............................................................................1 Back Components ...............................................................................2 Right-Side Components.......................................................................3 Top Components .................................................................................4 Bottom Components ............................................................................4 1.2 Getting Your Device Ready for Use ....................................................5 Performing Initial Startup .....................................................................5 Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery ............................6 1.3 Using Your Device in a Vehicle ...........................................................7 Using the Device Holder ......................................................................7 Connecting the In-Car Charger ...........................................................7 1.4 Turning On and Off ..............................................................................8 Turning Off to Suspend........................................................................8 Turning On to Resume ........................................................................8 1.5 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync ............................................................8 1.6 Using an SD/SDHC/MMC Card.........................................................10 2 Basic Skills ................................................................................... 11 2.1 Using the Stylus.................................................................................11 2.2 Using the Navigation Stick.................................................................12 2.3 Today Screen ....................................................................................12 Landscape View ................................................................................13 2.4 Navigation Bar and Toolbar...............................................................13 2.5 Running Programs.............................................................................14 2.6 Shortcut Menus..................................................................................14 2.7 Notifications .......................................................................................15 2.8 Entering Information ..........................................................................15 Entering Text Using the Input Panel..................................................16 Writing on the Screen ........................................................................17 Drawing on the Screen ......................................................................18 i Recording a Message........................................................................18 Using My Text....................................................................................20 2.9 Locking Your Pocket PC....................................................................20 3 Managing Your Pocket PC .......................................................... 22 3.1 Managing Power................................................................................22 Low Battery Signals and Actions .......................................................22 Power-Saving Tips.............................................................................23 3.2 Customizing Your Pocket PC ............................................................23 3.3 Searching and Organizing Information ..............................................26 4 Microsoft Pocket Outlook ........................................................... 27 4.1 Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings ..........................27 Creating an Appointment ...................................................................28 Using the Calendar Summary Screen ...............................................29 4.2 Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues .....................................30 Creating a Contact.............................................................................30 Using the Contacts Summary Screen ...............................................31 4.3 Tasks: Keeping a To Do List .............................................................32 Creating a Task .................................................................................33 Using the Tasks Summary Screen ....................................................34 4.4 Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas...............................................35 Creating a Note..................................................................................36 4.5 Messaging: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages .....................37 Synchronizing E-mail Messages .......................................................37 Connecting Directly to an E-mail Server............................................37 Using the Message List .....................................................................39 Composing and Sending Messages..................................................40 Managing Email Messages and Folders ...........................................42 5 More Programs ............................................................................ 43 5.1 Microsoft ActiveSync .........................................................................43 Synchronizing Data............................................................................44 5.2 Word Mobile.......................................................................................45 Creating a Document.........................................................................46 Opening a Document.........................................................................46 5.3 Excel Mobile ......................................................................................47 Creating a Workbook .........................................................................47 Opening a Workbook .........................................................................48 5.4 PowerPoint Mobile.............................................................................48 5.5 Windows Live Messenger..................................................................49 Signing in to Windows Live................................................................50 5.6 Using Internet Explorer Mobile ..........................................................52 ii Browsing the Internet.........................................................................53 Managing Favorites ...........................................................................53 5.7 Windows Media Player for Pocket PC...............................................54 5.8 Pictures & Videos ..............................................................................55 5.9 Quick GPS Position ...........................................................................56 5.10 eCalc..................................................................................................57 6 Getting Connected....................................................................... 59 6.1 Connection Settings...........................................................................59 Modem Connection............................................................................59 Ethernet/Wireless Network Card Connection ....................................60 7 Troubleshooting and Maintenance ............................................ 61 7.1 Resetting Your Pocket PC .................................................................61 7.2 Restoring the Factory Default State ..................................................62 7.3 Troubleshooting .................................................................................63 Power Problems ................................................................................63 Memory Problems..............................................................................63 Screen Problems ...............................................................................64 Connection Problems ........................................................................65 7.4 Taking Care of Your Pocket PC ........................................................67 General Guidelines ............................................................................67 Travel Guidelines...............................................................................68 8 Regulatory Information ............................................................... 69 8.1 Regulations Statements.....................................................................69 European Notice ................................................................................69 8.2 Safety Precautions.............................................................................70 About Charging..................................................................................70 About the Charger .............................................................................70 About the Battery ...............................................................................71 iii 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. NTOE: Depending on the model you purchased, the cabinet color and the look of the accessories may be different from the ones shown in this manual. 1.1 Identifying Hardware Components Front Components 1 Ref Component Touch Screen Program Buttons Description Displays the output of your Pocket PC. Tap the screen with the stylus to select menu commands or enter information. Each of the buttons provides a quick way to use a program or function. The buttons are customizable. The icons on the buttons indicate the default functions: Opens the MioMap program when the program is installed. Opens the Today screen if MioMap is not installed. Opens the Contacts program. Moves up, down, left or right by pushing the stick toward the corresponding direction. Selects by pressing. Navigation Stick Back Components 2 Ref Component Car Antenna Connector Description This connector (under rubber dust cover) allows use of an optional external antenna with magnetic mount, which may be positioned on top of the car for better signal reception in areas with poor reception. Sends out music, sounds and voice. Tap on the touch screen to make selections and enter information. Speaker Stylus Right-Side Components Ref Component SD/SDHC/MMC Slot Description Accepts an SD (Secure Digital), SDHC (Secure Digital High Capacity) or MMC (MultiMediaCard) card. 3 Top Components Ref Component Hand String Hole Power Button Power/Notification Indicator Description Hand string attaches to this hole. Turns your Pocket PC on or off by pressing briefly. Glows in amber to indicate that battery charging is in progress. Flashes in amber to inform you of scheduled appointments, alarms and reminders. Glows in green to indicate that the battery is fully charged. Bottom Components Ref Component Microphone Mini-USB Connector Headphone Connector ON/OFF Switch Description Receives sound and voice to record voice. Connects to the charger or USB cable. Connects to a pair of stereo headphones. The main power/battery cutoff switch. NOTE: Do not slide the ON/OFF switch back and forth rapidly and repeatedly. Doing so will cause the system to hang up. 4 1.2 Getting Your Device Ready for Use Performing Initial Startup Initial startup includes setting the ON/OFF switch and completing the setup wizard. 1. Slide the ON/OFF switch to the ON position. CAUTION: Always leave the ON/OFF switch in the ON position for normal operation. 2. Your device will automatically turn on. Charge the battery as described in the next sub-section. 3. Wait for a few seconds until the startup screen appears. Follow ...