OPTOELECTRONICS BC0164AAA390 PDA Phone User Manual 1

OPTOELECTRONICS Co., Ltd. PDA Phone Users Manual 1

Users Manual 1

H-19 Series Manual
2ContentsChapter 1. Knowing Your Device 91.1 Introduction 101.2 Accessories 141.3 Installing SIM Card and Battery 161.4 Battery Information 191.5 Mini-SD Cards 22Chapter 2. Basic Operations 232.1 Getting Started 242.2 Input Methods 282.3 Today Screen Components 352.4 The Start Menu 372.5 Using Calendar 412.6 Using Notes 502.7 Using Tasks 59Charter 3. Phone Features 653.1 Making a Call 663.2 Configuring the Phone 733.3 In-Call Options 793.4 SIM Manager 823.5 Blocking Unwanted Phone Calls 83
3Chapter 4. Synchronizing Information 874.1 Installing and setting up ActiveSync 884.2 Synchronizing Information 894.3 Changing Settings for an Information Type 914.4 Synchronizing with Exchange Server 914.5 Synchronizing via Bluetooth 92Chapter 5. Bluetooth Connections 935.1 Bluetooth Modes 945.2 Bluetooth Partnership (Bonding) 965.3 Beaming Information (Bluetooth) 98Chapter 6. Transferring Files To and From Your Device 1016.1 Using ActiveSync 1026.2 Transferring from Memory Cards 1036.3 Using Bluetooth 1046.4 Transferring to a PC or Other Devices 104Chapter 7. Connecting to the Internet 1057.1 Setting up Internet connections 1067.2 Using Internet Explorer Mobile 1117.3 Using Wireless Manager 1187.4 Using a Wi-Fi Connection 121
4Chapter 8. Messaging & Contacts 1278.1 Text Messaging 1288.2 Multimedia Messaging Service 1318.3 E-mail 1348.4 Using Contacts 139Chapter 9. Using Barcode Reader 1439.1 Setting Barcode Reader 1449.2 Scanning and Reading Barcode labels 154Chapter 10. Other Applications 15710.1 Backing up/Recovering 15810.2 Managing Memory 16210.3 Windows Live Messenger 16310.4 Windows Media 16710.5 Office Mobile 17010.6 Phone Profile 17410.7 Formatting Storage Card and DiskOnChip 17710.8 Setting up GPS 178Appendix 181A.1 Regulatory Notices 182A.2 PC Requirement to Run ActiveSync 4.5 187A.3 Specifications 188
5CAUTION : This information is subject to change without prior notice.Copyright©2008 Opticon. All Rights Reserved.This manual may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated or converted to any electronic or machine readable form without prior written consent of Opticon.WarrantyUnless otherwise agreed in a written contract, all Opticon products are warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for two years after purchase. Opticon will repair or, at its option, replace products that are defective in materials or workmanship with proper use during the warranty period. Opticon is not liable for damages caused by modifications made by a customer. In such cases, standard repair charges will apply. If a product is returned under warranty and no defect is found, standard repair charges will apply. Opticon assumes no liability for any direct, indirect, consequential or incidental damages arising out of use or inability to use both the hardware and software, even if Opticon has been informed about the possibility of such damages.PackagingThe packing materials are recyclable. We recommend that you save all packing material to use if you need to transport your scanner or send it for service. Damage caused by improper packaging during shipment is not covered by the warranty.IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONPlease read the following information carefully before you start using this Opticon device to avoid
6any damages caused by improper usage:•The device is not charged when you take it out of the box. The battery should be charged for at least 8 hours before first use. Do not remove the battery while charging.• Do not use batteries which have not been specified by the manufacturer and qualified with the system per the standard of IEEE-Std-1725-2006, as this may present a risk of fire, explosion, leakage or other hazard.• Do not charge the battery with an unspecified AC Adapter, as this may cause damage to both the device and the battery.• When discarding the batteries, dispose of them in a proper manner, according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions and your local laws.• Power off the device and remove the battery before inserting a SIM card. Make sure the SIM card snaps correctly into the SIM socket.• Do not open the device housing or tamper with the device, as it will void your warranty.• Do not apply excessive force on this product, as it may cause damage to the screen or the internal component.• Do not use the device at gas or refueling stations, chemical plants, and places containing explosives or flammable materials. Observe local guidelines.• Use only manufacturer specified stylus. Do not scratch the screen with sharp objects.• Do not clean the screen with chemical detergents. Only use cloths specifically designed for cleaning liquid displays or a soft cloth moisturized with water drops, to wipe the device screen.• Do not expose the device to direct sunlight or leave the device in a humid environment for extended periods of time as this may cause damage to the device and battery.• Do not immerse the device in water.• The device may interfere with the navigation and/or communication systems on aircraft. The use of the device on an aircraft is prohibited by laws in most countries. Observe local guidelines.
7• This product may cause medical equipment to malfunction. The use of this device is forbidden in most hospitals and medical clinics. Observe local guidelines.• Use hands-free devices if you need to use the telephony services while driving a vehicle. Observe local guidelines.Safety of Laser ProductsInternational Standards Laser Class 2Precautions about the Laser DeviceThis product using laser complies with JIS C6802: 2005 Class 2, IEC60825-1+A2: 2001 Class 2 and 21CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations pursuant to Laser Notice No.50, dated June 24, 2007.Class 2 Laser devices are not considered to be hazardous when used for their intended purpose.Use of controls, adjustment of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous laser light exposure.The user should not view directly into the light beam with optical instruments, it may pose an eye hazard.TrademarksTrademarks used are the property of their respective owners.Opticon is a registered trademark. Microsoft, MS-DOS, Windows, Windows NT, Windows Server, Windows Mobile, ActiveSync, Excel, Internet Explorer, Windows Live Messenger, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
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Chapter 1.Knowing Your Device 1.1 Introduction1.2 Accessories1.3 Installing SIM Card and Battery1.4 Battery Information1.5 Mini-SD Cards
10Chapter 1. Knowing Your Device1.1 IntroductionViews of the Device134567810111213 14215 1617 1819 20232425262728293132921 2230
111Stylus Write, draw, or make selections on the touch screen.2Scan key (left) Press the key to scan and decode bar code/2D code.3Record key Press and hold this key to record a voice note.4Volume up Press the Volume up button to turn up the PDA receiver volume.5Volume down Press the Volume down button to turn down the PDA receiver volume.6Reset button* Press the Reset button with stylus to soft-reset your device.7Scanner Point the reading window of the scanner in the direction of bar code/ 2D code.8Wi-Fi/Bluetooth LED Indicates Wi-Fi/ Bluetooth Status.9Telephone receiver Listen to a phone call here.10 GSM/Battery LED Indicates GSM/Battery LED.11 Power button Power on or off the device.12 Display 2.8-inch TFT LCD with touch screen.13 Soft key (left) Performs the command shown in the label above the button.14 Soft key (right) Performs the command shown in the label above the button.15 Fn key Helps you to perform special functions by using the keypad. For more information on how to use the Fn key, refer to "ch2.2 Input Methods".16 Backspace Press this key to erase the letter on the left side of the cursor.17 Talk key Press this key to dial or answer a call.
12Chapter 1. Knowing Your Device18 End key End a call or close Phone application.19 5-way navigation keyPress the multi directional control up, down, left, or right to move through menus; carry out the selection by pressing the center button.20 Numeric keypad Enter numbers or letters by the numeric keypad.21 Connect pins Connect the connect pins of the device and the cradle (if any) for recharging the battery.22 Microphone Speak into the microphone when talking on the device or recording a voice note.23 Eyelet for wrist strap (1) Fix a wrist strap here.24 Scan key (right) Press the key to scan and decode bar code/ 2D code.25 Eyelet for wrist strap (2) Fix a wrist strap here.26 Mini-SD card slot Insert a mini-SD card to expand device memory.27 Mini USB connector Mini USB connector for PC sync and battery charging.28 Earphone Jack Connect a 2.5 mm Earphone.29 Speaker Listen to audio media or listen to a phone call hands-free.30 Screw hole Fasten the provided strap set here with screws.31 Cover latch Slide both of the cover latches to remove the battery cover.32 Battery cover Uncover it to place battery and SIM card.*If you press the Reset button when your device is in use, the unsaved data and settings may be lost.
13Clean boot Your DeviceYou can execute a system cold boot to format both user store and DiskOnChip on your device. To prompt the instruction for cold boot, press the Reset button, and then press and hold the Power button immediately until the cold boot screen appears. You can then choose one of the following steps:• Pressing the left key of the 5-way navigation key to format user store.• Pressing the right key of the 5-way navigation key to format DiskOnChip.• Press the up key of the 5-way navigation key to format both user store and DiskOnChip.• Press any other key to exit.The Stylus• Use the stylus to tap a selection, to drag-and-drop an item, to write, or to draw on the touch screen.• Tap and hold the stylus on the screen, the icon is displayed and then a pop-up submenu is displayed.Notification LEDsThe device has 2 notification LEDs: the left is Wi-Fi/Bluetooth LED and the right is GSM/Battery LED.Bluetooth/Wi-Fi LED tells you about the device’s Bluetooth/Wi-Fi status:Green and blue blink alternately while both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi are on.Color Bluetooth on Wi-Fi onGreen Off BlinkBlue Blink Off
14Chapter 1. Knowing Your DeviceGSM/Battery LED lets you know that you have unanswered calls or tells you about the device’s GSM/battery status:1.2 AccessoriesColor Missed Call/ Low PowerGSM on(battery full)GSM on (battery low) ChargingRed Blink Off Blink OffOrange Off Off Off Constantly onGreen Off Blink Off OffManualQSG189 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 172 3 4 5 6 7
151 AC adapter Recharge the device battery.2 Stereo headset Listen to a phone conversation hands-free.3 USB cable Connect the device to a PC.4 Getting started CD Windows MobileTM Getting Started Disc.5 User manual/Quick guide Provide instructions of device functions.6 Pouch Protect the device.7 Neck strap Fasten the neck strap with the pouch’s metal clasp to make your device easier to carry.8 Belt clip Fasten the belt clip with your belt and the pouch’s metal clasp to make your de-vice easier to carry.9 Battery Rechargeable Li-ion polymer battery.10 Strap set Attach the thin cord of the strap set to the eyelet on the bottom of your device, and then fasten the metal plate to the back of your device*.11 UK plug Fit the AC adapter for use in United Kingdom.12 EU plug Fit the AC adapter for use in Europe.13 AU plug Fit the AC adapter for use in Australia.14 Stylus Write, draw, or make selections on the touch screen.15 Additional stylus A big size stylus which makes you easier to write on the touch screen with it.16 Stylus holder Wrap this stylus holder around the strap set in order to fasten it, and then place the additional stylus in the hole of the stylus holder.17 Stylus string In case the additional stylus looses from the stylus holder, attach this stylus string to the eyelet of additional stylus and the eyelet (2) ** of your device.* To fasten the metal plate, affix it to the back of your device, and secure it in place by driving the two provided screws into the screw holes on the back of your device.** Please see chapter 1.1 for the position of eyelet (2).
16Chapter 1. Knowing Your Device1.3 Installing SIM Card and Battery Removing the Battery Cover and Installing the SIM CardIf you want to use phone features, you must install a valid SIM card.1. Press the battery cover downward and slide one of the cover latches down at the same time.2. Repeat the same steps to unlock another cover latch.3. Lift the battery cover as the diagram shown below.Please do not remove the battery cover when your device is in use; otherwise, the device power will be shut off automatically and unsaved data may be lost.4. Pull the plastic ribbon to remove the battery.5. Place the SIM card in the SIM card slot with the gold contacts facing down. The SIM card’s cut-off corner should match the cut-off corner in the SIM card slot.PressUnlockthe latchUnlockthe latch
171. Press the battery down forcefully into the battery slot.2. Angle the battery cover as shown in the diagram and close the battery cover.3. Press the battery cover downward and slide one of the cover latches up at the same time.4. Repeat the same steps to lock another latch.Installing the Battery and the Battery Cover12Please avoid placing the battery as the direction shown in the figure. This may damage the battery switch (the part circled in red) in the battery slot.PressLock the latchLock thelatch
18Chapter 1. Knowing Your Device1.Please re-install the battery within 5 minutes or unsaved data may be lost.2.Please do not close the battery cover while the main battery is not installed as this may cause loss of data.3.All wireless communications will be turned off in backup mode.4.It is recommended to follow normal power-off procedure to remove the battery, see "Chapter 2.1 Powering On/Off the Device" 5. Please do not connect your device to a PC with a USB cable or charge the battery while your device is in backup mode as this may cause loss of data.6. An alarm set in your device will be turned off when the device is in backup mode.Replacing the Battery to Keep Your Unsaved Data:When the main battery is low, you can quickly replace the battery by doing the following:1. Before replacing the main battery, hold the Fn key and press Power button at the same time for 3 seconds.2. A message box pops up on the screen, asking for confirmation to turn the device into backup mode. Select "OK". (If select "Cancel", the device will go back to normal.)3. A few seconds later, the screen backlight goes off. After the screen is dim, it is safe to replace the battery. 4. After closing and locking the battery cover, short-press the Power button to recover your device system to the previous state.
191.4 Battery InformationBattery performance depends on many factors, including your wireless service provider’s network configuration, signal strength, the temperature of the environment in which you operate your device, the features and/or settings you select and use, items attached to your device’s connecting ports, and your voice, data, and other program usage patterns.Battery life estimates (approximations):• Talk time: 4 hours• Standby time: 150 hoursReducing Risk of Fire or Burns• Do not attempt to open, disassemble, or service the battery pack.• Do not crush, puncture, short external contacts, or dispose of in fire or water.• Do not expose to temperatures above 60˚C (140˚F).• Replace only with the battery pack designated for this product.• Recycle or dispose of used battery as stipulated by local regulations.Checking the Battery Power• Tap > Settings > System tab > Power. You can check the battery power of both the main battery and the backup battery.
20Chapter 1. Knowing Your DeviceOptimizing the Power Performance• Tap > Settings > System tab > Power > Advanced, and adjust the time for turning off the device if it is not in use.The backup battery powers a real-time clock (RTC) which keeps track of the time even when your device is turned off. When the backup battery power is normal or full, it can keep accurate real time for five minutes even if the main battery is removed and for up to 168 hours while the main battery is low.The device contains a rechargeable Li-ion polymer battery completely discharged and should be charged for at least 8 hours before first use. Use only manufacturer-specified original batteries. Damages caused by using batteries not specified by manufacturer are not covered under warranty.
21Managing a Low BatteryWhen the low-battery warning appears, tap OK or Dismiss to close the warning and do the following:Charging the Battery1. To charge the battery, place the battery into the battery slot correctly. See previous section for how to install the battery.2. Do one of the following:• Connect the device with the AC adapter and plug the AC adapter into a power outlet.• Connect the device to a PC with the USB cable.• Place the device in a specific cradle for H-19 (the cradle is optional) and connect the cradle to an electrical outlet or a USB port on your PC.To charge the device with the USB cable, you must connect the device to a functioning USB port on a PC that is powered on.Do not operate your device to temperatures above 40˚C (72˚F) while charging the battery.Do not leave the battery in a place above 60˚C (140˚F).• Start charging or replace your battery.• Turn off any unnecessary wireless module or turn off the device.
22Chapter 1. Knowing Your Device 1.5 Mini-SD CardsMini-SD is one of the most popular formats for mobile devices. Your device contains a mini-SD card slot in which you can expand the device’s memory up to 2GB. Mini-SD provides functions such as built-in security for copyrighted content along with great performance for storing music, video, and photographs. Please note that mini HCSD (High Capacity SD) is not supported by this device.Inserting a Mini-SD Card into the DeviceLift the mini SD card slot cover and insert the mini SD card with the logo side down and push into place until it clicks down and is held in place.Removing a Mini-SD Card from the Device1. Gently press the mini-SD card inward (you may feel some resistance) and the card will eject itself.2. Take out the mini-SD card from the card slot by hand.Mini-SD cards can only be inserted in one direction. Inserting the card in the wrong direction by force can cause damage to the card and the card slot.
Chapter 2.Basic Operations2.1 Getting Started2.2 Input Methods2.3 Today Screen Components2.4 The Start Menu2.5 Using Calendar 2.6 Using Notes2.7 Using Tasks
24Chapter 2. Basic Operations2.1 Getting StartedPowering On/Off the DevicePress the POWER button to turn on the device. The POWER button is located on the top of the front side of the device. When you power on the device for the first time, you are asked to calibrate the device. Please refer to the “Calibrating your device” section in this chapter for calibration steps. Press the POWER button again to switch the device to sleep mode. You can still receive phone calls and messages when the device is operating in sleep mode. To power off the device completely, press and hold the POWER button for 3 seconds and the system will prompt you to power off the device.Calibrating Your DeviceCalibrating the device ensures the tapped item is activated. To calibrate your device, tap the center of the cross with the stylus as the cross moves around the screen. If you would like to re-calibrate the device, follow the steps below:
251. Tap > Settings > System tab > Screen.2. Tap the Align Screen button and follow the on-screen instructions.Locking/Unlocking the DeviceLocking the device turns off keyboard and touch screen functionality. This is a helpful feature if, for example, the device is turned on and in your pocket, and you want to prevent accidental key presses.• To lock the device, tap on the icon on the Today Screen. Once the device is locked, the left soft key label changes to Unlock.
26Chapter 2. Basic OperationsTo unlock the device, tap the Unlock button on the Today screen first, a screen as below will show. Press * to unlock the device, or tap the Unlock button on the screen.You can still receive calls and make emergency calls when the keypad is locked.You can lock/unlock the device by pressing the Fn key and Record key, refer to chapter 2.2 for more information.
27Setting ButtonsTo change functions for specific buttons in your device:• Tap > Settings > Buttons > Program Buttons tab. Select a button (Button 1, Button 2 or Button 3) and assign a new program to replace the default one.• Button 1: Record button.• Button 2: Fn + .• Button 3: Fn + .To change Up/Down control and repeat rate:• Tap > Settings > Buttons > Up/Down Control tab. Drag the slider on the screen to customize the way your Up/Down control repeats.To change button locking setting:• Tap > Settings > Buttons > Keypad Lock tab. Choose to lock all buttons or not when your device is in sleep mode.Changing the Backlight Settings1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Backlight.2. You can customize the following settings:• Backlight settings while your device is using battery power.• Backlight settings while your device is using external power.• Brightness of backlight.
28Chapter 2. Basic Operations2.2 Input MethodsThe device contains 7 different input modes: Keyboard, Letter Recognizer, Block Recognizer, Transcriber, Initial capital, Lowercase and Uppercase. You can enter texts and numbers by using the keypad or the touch screen.Using the Touch ScreenKeyboard• Tap to launch the on-screen keyboard. If on-screen Keyboard is not the selected input method, tap the input method selector arrow (the upward arrow next to the input method icon) and select Keyboard. • To enter text, tap the keys on the on-screen keyboard. Icon Input ModesKeyboardLetter/Block RecognizerTranscriberInitial capitalLowercaseUppercase
29• Tap the CAP key on the on-screen keyboard to enter capital letters and/or symbols.Letter RecognizerLetter Recognizer recognizes one letter, number, or symbol at a time.• To launch Letter Recognizer, tap the input method selector arrow (the upward arrow next to the input method icon) and select Letter Recognizer.• Write uppercase letters in the left recognition area (the ABC box).• Write lowercase letters in the middle recognition area (the abc box).• Write numbers and symbols in the right recognition area (the 123 box). Block RecognizerBlock Recognizer recognizes letters written in one stroke.• To launch Block Recognizer, tap the input method selector arrow (the upward arrow next to the input method icon) and select Block Recognizer.• Write lowercase letters in the text recognition area (the abc box).• Write numbers in the numeric recognition area (the 123 box).• To input symbols, tap any recognition area, text or numeric, once and write symbols.
30Chapter 2. Basic OperationsTranscriberTranscriber recognizes handwritings in cursive and/or print. It uses the full screen as its recognition area. It interprets the movement of the stylus on the screen as you write.• To launch Transcriber, tap the input method selector arrow (the upward arrow next to the input method icon) and select Transcriber. • Write anywhere on the screen. Using the KeypadTo enter texts by using the keypad, press a number key repeatedly until desired character appears. If the next letter you want is located on the same key, wait until the cursor appears and blinks more than twice, then enter the letter. For corresponding letters/numbers/symbols of each key, please see the table at the end of this section.Tap in Letter or Block Recognizer to see a demo on how to write recognizable characters. The Transcriber comes with a detailed help. Tap if you need further assistance.
31Initial capitalTo capitalize the first letter of every sentence you enter by using the keypad, do the following:• Tap the input method selector arrow (the upward arrow next to the input method icon) and select Initial capital. You can see the input icon is changed to .LowercaseTo enter lowercase letters constantly by using the keypad, do the following:• Tap the input method selector arrow (the upward arrow next to the input method icon) and select Lowercase. You can see the input icon is changed to .UppercaseTo enter uppercase letters constantly by using the keypad, do the following:• Tap the input method selector arrow (the upward arrow next to the input method icon) and select Uppercase. You can see the input icon is changed to .Press *( ) to quickly switch input modes between Initial capital ( ), Lowercase ( ) and Uppercase ( ).To quickly switch keypad input modes (Initial capital, Lowercase and Uppercase) and on-screen Keyboard modes ( ), press and hold * for two seconds.
32Chapter 2. Basic OperationsCorresponding letters/numbers/symbols for each numeric key:Numeric keysInput modeLowercase mode Initial capital mode Uppercase mode1. , ? ! ' @ ` - _ ( ) : ; & / \ % # * 12abc2 ABC2 ABC23def3 DEF3 DEF34ghi4 GHI4 GHI45jkl5 JKL5 JKL56mno6 MNO6 MNO67pqrs7 PQRS7 PQRS78tuv8 TUV8 TUV89wxyz9 WXZY9 WXZY9*Caps lock / Shift0+ 0#SpaceTips of Using the Function KeyThe Fn key helps you to execute certain actions quickly such as input mode switching and backlight turning on. To perform these functions by using the Fn key, press it and check if an icon appears on the screen, and then press another key to execute the following actions:• Fn + 1: switch to Numeric mode, you can enter numbers 0 to 9 and * and # constantly by using the keypad.• Fn + 2: switch to Lowercase mode.
33• Fn + 3: switch to Initial capital mode.• Fn + 4: switch to Uppercase mode.• Fn + Action key (the central button of the 5-way navigation key): perform Enter. • Fn + * ( ): this is set to open Start menu by default (Programable Button 2). Refer to chapter 2.1 if you want to change it.• Fn + # ( ): this is set to perform OK/Close by default (Programable Button 3). Refer to chapter 2.1 if you want to change it.• Fn + Record key (on the left side of your device): lock/unlock the device. Press the Fn key and the Record key at the same time to lock your device; press the Fn key twice and then the Record key to unlock your device• Fn + 0: enter symbols. Please refer to the next section for details.Entering SymbolsTo enter special symbols and accented letters (e.g. à, Ç, ®…etc.), do the following:1. After pressing a character (e.g. E), press the Fn key and then the numeric key 0 once to show an accented type of this character (È).2. To show another accent type, press and hold the Fn key and then press the numeric key 0 repeatedly until desired type is displayed (e.g. press numeric 0 three times to show Ê).
34Chapter 2. Basic Operationsaà á â ä å æ ã ą ă iì í î ï ĩ ijAÀ Á Â Ä Å Æ Ã Ą Ă IÌ Í Î Ï Ĩ IJcç ć ĉ © lłCÇ Ć Ĉ © LŁdðnñDĐNÑeè é ê ë ę oò ó ô õ ö ő ø œEÈ É Ê Ë Ę OÒ Ó Ô Õ Ö Ő Ø Œpþ ¶ yýPÞ ¶ YÝr®zź żR®ZŹ Żsß ş š 0ºSß Ş Š 1¹tţ2² ½TŢ3³uù ú û ü ű ũ µ 4¼ ¾UÙ Ú Û Ü Ű Ũ µ 8⅛ ⅜ ⅝ ⅞Corresponding letters/symbols for each character:
352.3 Today Screen ComponentsToday ScreenThe Today Screen is usually the first screen that appears when you turn on the device for the first time each day. It displays a summary of information for the day, shows you the system status and contains a list of shortcuts to programs. The Today screen looks like this: 1Date and time2Wireless status (GSM, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth)3Owner information4Unread messages including text messages, MMS messages, and e-mails5Active tasks6Upcoming appointments7Live Search8Device lock status12345678You can also access the Today screen by selecting Today from the Start menu.To change the items showed in the Today screen, tap > Settings > Today > Items tab.Tap here to rotate the screenTap here to trigger the Wireless Manager
36Chapter 2. Basic OperationsIcon IndicatorsStatus indicators appear at the top of the screen and on the Today screen. The following table lists common status indicators and their meanings. New e-mail PC Connection is activeNew voice mail or text message (SMS) Connection is not activeNew notications Synchronization in progressNew instant message Ringer onVoice call Ringer offVoice call in progress RoamingData call in progress No Voice mailCalls are forwarded Voice mail Lines 1Call on hold Call Forwarding Lines 1Missed call AlarmBattery level 1 GPRS availableBattery level 2 GRPS in useLow battery No SIM card installedExtremely low battery EDGE availableBackup battery low EDGE in useBattery charging Wi-Fi connection in progressSignal strength Ringer in vibration modeBluetooth bonding in progress Function key onNo signal Synchronization errorFlight mode Barcode reader offNo service Barcode reader on
372.4 The Start MenuThe Start menu is divided into 3 groups as described in the following: List of All ProgramsThe following table lists icons of the programs that are already installed on your device.1231Commonly used items2Recently accessed applications3List of all programs, device settings, and system helpGames Windows Mobile comes with 2 games: Bubble Breaker and Solitaire.ActiveSync Synchronizes information between your device and a PC. See “Chapter 4. Synchronizing Information” for details.Backup Manager Lets you backup and recover your data. See “10.1 Backing up/Recovering” for details.Blacklist Lets you set up a list of phone numbers to block.Calculator Performs basic arithmetic and calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.File Explorer Lets you organize and manage the files on your device.
38Chapter 2. Basic OperationsFormatDisk Lets you format an inserted mini-SD card and DiskOnChip in your deviceInternet Sharing Lets you use your device as an external modem for a PC, connecting through an USB port and Bluetooth.Messenger Lets you send and receive instant messages with your Windows Live Messenger contacts.Notes See “2.6 Notes” for details.Phone Profile Lets you set different profiles for the device in different situations. See “10.6 Phone Profile” for details.Pictures & Video Collects, organizes, and sorts picture and video files in the My Pictures folder on your device or on a storage card.Search Searches the data stored in your device.SIM Manager Lets you manager your SIM card. See “3.4 SIM Manager” for details.Tasks Keeps track of your tasks. See “2.7 Using Tasks” for details.Windows Live A network integration service which allows you to access and manage various Internet services such as Windows Live Spaces, Windows Live Messenger, Live Search…etc.Windows Media Use it to play music and video.Buttons Configures the device’s buttons.Input Input method configurations.Lock Set a password to unlock the device.List of All Settings Personal
39Menus Configure the Start menu.Owner Information Enter information about the owner of the device.Phone Configure the Phone features. See “Chapter 3 Phone Features” for details.Sounds & Notifications Configure program and event sounds.Today Configure the Today screen items and theme.About Windows Mobile information and device name.Backlight Configures the display backlight.Barcode Settings Change settings of barcode scanner.Certificates Manages personal and root certificates.Clock & Alarms Sets time and alarms.Customer Feedback Allows you to send information about how you use Windows Mobile software to Microsoft.Device Info Display the device software and hardware version.Encryption Encrypt files placed on storage cards.Error Reporting Enable or disable Microsoft product error reporting.External GPS Helps you to set up an external GPS device on your deviceSystem
40Chapter 2. Basic OperationsBeam Turn on/off the beam feature.Bluetooth Configure Bluetooth settings. See “Chapter 5 Bluetooth Connections” for detail.Connections Configure the device’s connections.Network Cards Configure Network adapter.USB to PC Enable/Disable advanced network functionality.WAN Conf Helps you to change authentication schemes for GPRS setting (MS-CHAP, CHAP and PAP). Please contact your service provider for information on which scheme to select.Wi-Fi Network ManagerDisplay detail information of Wi-Fi Network including signal strength, IP information...etc. Wireless Manager Turn on/off wireless and phone features with the Wireless Manager.Factory Reset Lets you reset all settings to manufacturer default.Memory Memory and process management.Power Power management settings.Regional Settings Configure the device’s locale.Remove Programs Remove an installed application.Screen Lets you align the screen. See “Calibrating Your Device” of Chapter 2 for details.Windows Update Lets you download Windows Mobile updates such as critical security fixes.Connections
412.5 Using CalendarUse Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events. Your appointments for the day can be displayed on the Today screen. If you use Outlook on your PC, you can synchronize appointments between your device and PC. You can also set Calendar to remind you of appointments with a sound or flashing light, for example.You can look at your appointments in several different views (Day, Week, Month, Year and Agenda). To see detailed appointment information in any view, tap the appointment. For information about changing the Calendar view, see Change views in Calendar.Scheduling an Appointment1. Either tap > Calendar or tap the appointment reminder on the Today Screen.
42Chapter 2. Basic Operations2. Tap Menu > New Appointment.3. Enter information about the appointment.4. To schedule an all-day event, under All Day, select Yes.5. To make the appointment recurring, tap on how often it should recur in the Occurs drop-down box.
436. Select categories and attendees.7. Tap Notes tab to add details to the appointment if needed.8. Tap .All-day events do not occupy blocks of time in Calendar; instead, they appear in banners at the top of the calendar.Categories: Business,Holiday, Personal, Seasonal.Add attendees to the meeting.
44Chapter 2. Basic OperationsDeleting an Appointment1. Tap > Calendar.2. In Agenda view, select the appointment to delete.3. Tap Menu > Delete Appointment.4. If the appointment is recurring, tap AII to delete the series, or tap One to delete only the current occurrence.
45Changing the Reminder TimeBy default, the reminder time is set 15 minutes prior to an appointment.1. Tap > Calendar.2. Tap Menu > Tools > Options.3. Tap Appointment tab and change the time.4. Tap .When you delete an appointment in Calendar on your device, it is also deleted on your PC the next time you synchronize. If the appointment has not been synchronized with a PC, it will be deleted only form the device.Calendar items can be deleted only from Agenda view or from an open calendar appointment. To delete from other views, open the appointment, and Tap Menu > Delete.
46Chapter 2. Basic OperationsChanging Calendar ViewsYou can look at your appointments in Agenda, Day, Week, Month or Year view. To see detailed appointment information in any view, tap the appointment. To see a list of available actions for an appointment, tap and hold the appointment.1. Tap > Calendar.2. Tap Menu > View and select the view you want.View See ScreenAgenda Your current day's activities at a glance. Upcoming appointments are bold; past ap-pointments are dimmed.Day Your schedule for a single day in a day-planner layout. Free and busy times in time slots of 1/2 hour or 1 hour.
47View See ScreenWeek Your schedule for the whole week.Month Your free and booked days for a month: : Current day : morning appointment : afternoon appointment : morning and afternoon appointments : all-day event with time not marked freeYear A calendar for the entire year.
48Chapter 2. Basic OperationsChanging the Display of the Work Week1. Tap > Calendar.2. Tap Menu > Tools > Options and do one of the flowing:• To assign a default view, in Start in, select Agenda View, Day View, Week View, Month View or Year View.In Month view, a date will appear in red when the Holiday category is assigned to any appointment for that day.You can also change the view by tapping Agenda, Day, Week, Month, or Year on the menu bar.To quickly see your appointments for the current day, tap Start > Today.
49• To specify the first day of the week, in 1st day of week, tap Sunday or Monday.• To specify the number of days you want to appear in a week, in Week view, tap 5-day week, 6-day week, or 7-day week.3. Tap .Setting Options for Displaying Appointment on the Today ScreenYou can specify the kind of appointment that show on the Today screen.1. Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Today > Items tab.2. Select Calendar, and then tap Options.3. Do any of the following:• Select Next appointment to show only the next appointment in your schedule.• Select Upcoming appointment to show multiple appointments.• Select the Display all day events check box to show all-day event.
50Chapter 2. Basic Operations2.6 Using NotesNotes helps you to quickly capture thoughts, questions, reminders, to-do lists, and meeting notes. You can create handwritten and typed notes, record voice notes, convert handwritten notes to text for easy readability, and send notes to others.Your notes and recordings are displayed in the note list. If you have a long list, tap the sort list (labeled Name by default), and select the option you want. To open a note or play a recording, tap it. To see a list of available actions for a note or recording, tap and hold the note or recording.Setting the Default Input Mode1. Tap > Programs > Notes.2. Tap Menu > Options.3. Select one of the following modes in Default mode:• Select Writing if you prefer your notes to be handwritten.• Select Typing if you would like your notes to be typed.4. Tap .
51Creating a Note1. Either tap > Programs > Notes or press the Voice Record button on the left side of the device. 2. Tap New and enter text.3. Tap to save your note.Press the Voice Record button on the left side to launch Notes.
52Chapter 2. Basic OperationsCreating a Stand-alone Voice Recording1. Tap > Programs > Notes.2. If the recording toolbar is not shown, tap Menu > View Recording Toolbar.3. Tap the RECORD button on the recording toolbar and speak into the device’s microphone to record your voice in the notes list.4. Tap the STOP button on the recording toolbar when finished.5. Tap to return to the notes list. Switching between Typing/Writing Modes1. Tap > Programs > Notes.2. Create a new note or open an existing note from the notes list.3. Tap Menu > Draw to switch to a different mode.
53 While in typing mode, tap Draw to switch to writing modeWhile in writing mode, tap Draw to switch to typing modeTap Undo Ink to cancel or reverse an action.Re-execute an undone action by tapping Redo Ink.Editing a Handwritten Note• Tap Menu > Undo/Redo Ink.• Tap Edit > Select All/Clear.
54Chapter 2. Basic Operations Adding a Voice Recording to a Note1. Tap > Programs > Notes.2. Create a new note or open an existing note from the notes list.3. If the recording toolbar is not shown, tap Menu > View Recording Toolbar. StopPlayRecord
554. Tap the RECORD button on the recording toolbar and speak into the device’s microphone.5. Tap the STOP button on the recording toolbar when finished.6. Tap to return to the notes list if you are adding a voice recording to a note. Add a voice recording to a note in typing modeAdd a voice recording to a note in writing mode
56Chapter 2. Basic OperationsDeleting a Note1. Tap > Programs > Notes.2. Tap and hold the note and tap Delete.3. Tap the Yes button to delete the selected note.Creating a Default Template1. Tap > Programs > Notes.2. Create a note that you would like to save as a template.3. In the note list, select the new note and tap Menu > Rename/Move.
574. Enter a name for the new template in the Name box.5. In the Folder list, select Templates.6. Tap to return to the note list.Creating a Note by Using a Template1. Tap > Programs > Notes.2. Tap Menu > Options.3. Select a template from Default template.
58Chapter 2. Basic OperationsTemplate Screen Template ScreenBlank Meeting NotesMemo Phone MemoTo Do
592.7 Using TasksUse Tasks to keep track of things you need to do. A task can occur once or repeatedly (recurring). You can set reminders for your tasks and you can organize them by using categories.Your tasks are displayed in a task list. Overdue tasks are displayed in red.If you use Outlook on your PC, you can synchronize tasks between your device and PC so that tasks you create or update on your PC will also be updated on your device and vice versa.Creating a Task 1. Tap > Programs > Tasks.2. Do one of the following:• In the Tap here to add a new task box enter the task name and press the ENTER key.• Tap Menu > New Task and enter details about the new task.To quickly see the number of active tasks you have, tap Start > Today.
60Chapter 2. Basic Operationsi. Enter or select a subject.ii. Select a completion status.iii. Pick the start and due time.
61v. Select task sensitivity.iv. Set a reminder date/time and pick a task category.You can synchronize information on your device with your PC to keep your task list up to date in both locations.If you create a new task with a reminder on your PC and then synchronize tasks with your device, the reminder will play at the time it was set on your PC.Set reminder date and time.Multi-selection
62Chapter 2. Basic OperationsDeleting a Task1. Tap > Programs > Tasks.2. Select the task, and tap Menu > Delete Task.Changing a Task1. Tap > Programs > Tasks.2. Select the task, and tap Edit.
63Viewing Task Details1. Tap > Programs > Tasks.2. Tap twice on a task to view the details.Sorting/Filtering Your Tasks1. Tap > Programs > Tasks.2. Do one of the following:• To sort the tasks, tap Menu > Sort by and select a sorting option.• To filter the tasks by category, tap Menu > Filter and select a category to display.
64Chapter 2. Basic Operations Setting Tasks Options1. Tap > Programs > Tasks.2. Tap Menu > Options, there are 3 options you can set:• Set reminders for new items• Show start and due dates• Show Tasks entry barSetting Options for Displaying Tasks on the Today ScreenYou can specify the kind of tasks that show on the Today screen.1. Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Today > Items tab.2. Select Tasks, and then tap Options.3. Under Display number of, select the type of task that you want to show on the Today screen.4. Tap to save this setting.

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