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    MyPal A620BT User's Manual
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    of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT. Microsoft, Activesync, Outlook, Pocket
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    Contents at a glance This user's manual contains the information you need to efficiently use ASUS® MyPal A620BT Pocket PC. • Chapter 1 - Get started 1-1 This chapter introduces the ASUS MyPal A620BT Pocket PC, how to set and power it up, and basic screens that will familiarize you with its many
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    Standard package contents Optional accessories • ASUS MyPal A620BT • USB cradle with sync cable • AC adapter Input: 100V~240V Output: 5V 2A 10W • Stylus • Microsoft Companion CD • Bonus CD (optional) • User's Manual • Quick Start Guide • Warranty card • Stylus • CF GPS card • Car charger • CF
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    Back features 1-5 The stylus 1-5 The cradle 1-6 ♦ Setting up MyPal 1-7 Placing on the cradle 1-7 Connecting the AC adapter 1-7 Installing and removing a CF card 1-8 Charging the battery 1-10 Activating MyPal 1-10 ♦ Basic screens on MyPal 1-11 Today screen 1-11 Start menu 1-12 Command bar
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    MyPal The ASUS® MyPal A620 is truly a good companion wherever you go. Powered by a 400MHz Intel® PXA255 processor, equipped with 64MB SDRAM and 64MB Flash ROM, and bundled with the latest Microsoft Pocket PC 2003 plus a host of useful utilities, you have everything you need in your pocket
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    or decreased by changing the backlight settings. • ASUS Launcher, Calendar, Tasks, and Contacts buttons - allow battery is charging; lights up green when the battery is fully charged. • Dual-function LED Bluetooth LED (blue) - blinks blue when Bluetooth is ON; does not light up when Bluetooth
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    Top features Headphone jack CF card slot Stylus • Headphone jack - connects a headphone. • CF card slot - accommodates a CompactFlash (CF) card. See list of supported CF cards on page iv. • Stylus - used for tapping or writing on the LCD touch screen. Slide out the stylus from its compartment.
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    reset the system. • CF card slot cover - protects the slot connector and the CF card. The stylus The stylus functions on a Pocket PC the same way a mouse functions on a standard PC. Use the stylus to tap or drag on the LCD touch screen to open programs or execute commands. • Tap. Touch the screen
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    in place. This is a 26-pin connector that matches the connector on the bottom of the device. • USB connector - synchronizes the device with your PC. NOTE The USB cable/connector is not detachable from the back of the cradle. • Power connector - connects the bundled AC adapter. This connector is
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    Setting up MyPal Placing on the cradle Position the device on the cradle as shown. Match the connectors and carefully insert the device until it fits in place.
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    a CF card The CF card slot on your device supports several types of CF card. Refer to the list of supported cards under "Optional Accessories" on page iv of this manual. Install a CF card for additional storage, or if you wish to use the ASUS backup features. To install a CF card: 1. Locate the card
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    To remove a CF card: 1. Remove the CF card slot cover by pushing on the dent on the surface, and sliding the cover outward. Dent on the cover surface 1 2. Slide out the CF card. 2 3. Replace the cover back into the slot. 3 Get started! 1-9
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    battery. You must charge the battery before using the device the first time. The battery PC, or letting notification light flash for extended time periods. To display the power status, tap , Settings, System tab, and the Power icon. Activating MyPal follow the screen instructions to complete the
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    Basic screens on MyPal Today screen Normally, the Today screen appears when you turn on date and time Your day at a glance Tap to create a new item Tap to display the Bluetooth menu Tap to view PC connection status From the Today screen, tap any of the listed items with the stylus to display the
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    Start menu From the Start menu, you can select programs, settings, and Help topics. To display the Start menu, tap the icon from the top of the screen. Tap to open a recently used program Tap to open a program Tap to open the Programs menu Tap to open the Settings menu Tap to display the Help
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    Command bar At the bottom of the screen is the Command bar. You can use the menus and buttons on the Command bar to perform tasks in programs. NOTE The menus and buttons vary depending on the programs you are using. Tap to select menu commands Tap to select button commands Tap to display the
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    The pop-up menus are also available in most other programs in your device. The pop-up menu items vary depending on the program or application. For example, the File Explorer pop-up menu includes more items than in Tasks. Tap outside the pop-up menu to close it without performing an action Tap the
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    2-23 ASUS SmartKeeper 2-23 ASUS Backup 2-29 ASUS Settings 2-35 ♦ Bundled programs 2-39 ASUS Programs 2-39 Games 2-39 Calculator 2-40 File Explorer 2-40 Microsoft Reader 2-40 MSN Messenger 2-41 Pocket MSN 2-41 Pocket Word 2-41 Pocket Excel 2-42 Pictures 2-42 Terminal Services Client
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    Entering information You can enter information in your device in any of the following ways. • Use the input panel to enter text using the soft keyboard or the Letter Recognizer • Write directly on the screen with the stylus • Draw pictures on the screen • Speak into the device microphone to record a
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    , then tap Letter Recognizer. 2. Write a letter in the box. When you write a letter, it is converted to a typed text that appears on the screen. For instructions and demonstation on using the Letter Recognizer, tap the question mark next to the writing area. Learn the basics 2-3
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    tap Block Recognizer. 2. Write a letter in the box. When you write a letter, it is converted to a typed text that appears on the screen. For instructions and demonstation on using the Block Recognizer, tap the question mark next to the writing area. To use Transcriber: With Transcriber, you can use
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    Writing on the screen In any program that accepts writing, such as the Notes program, and in the Notes tab in Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks, you can use the stylus to write directly on the screen. Write the way you do on paper. You can edit and format what you have written and convert the
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    To edit your writing: 1. Tap and hold the stylus next to the text that you wish to select until the insertion point appears. 2. Without lifting, drag the stylus across the text to select it. If you accidentally write on the screen, tap Tools, then Undo and try again. You can also select text by
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    If the conversion is incorrect, you can select different words from a list of alternates or return to the original writing. 1. Tap and hold the incorrect word. 2. When the pop-up menu appears, tap Alternates to display a list of alternate words for the selection. 3. Tap the word that you want to use
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    Drawing on the screen You can draw on the screen in the same way that you write on the screen. The difference between writing and drawing on the screen is how you select items and how they can be edited. For example, selected drawings can be resized, while writing cannot. To create a drawing: 1. Use
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    Recording a message In any program where you can write or draw on the screen, you can also quickly capture thoughts, reminders, and phone numbers by recording a message. In Calendar, Tasks, and Contacts, you can include a recording in the Notes tab. In the Notes program, you can either create a
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    To change the recording format: 1. In the note list, tap Tools then Options. 2. Tap the Global Input Options link. 3. Tap the Options tab. Mobile Voice is a 2.4KB audio codec. It is the recommended format because it provides good voice recording and less storage space. Pulse Code Modulation (PCM)
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    Finding and organizing information The Find and Help features on your device helps you quickly locate information. To find information: 1. Tap , then tap Find. 2. Enter the text that you want to find, select a data type, then tap Go to start the search. To quickly find information that is taking up
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    Using the File Explorer To use the File Explorer to find and organize files: 1. Tap , then tap Programs. 2. In the Program screen, tap the File Explorer icon to display the files in your device. Tap to display sort options Tap to select a sort order Tap to display the contents of the Flash disk or
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    pop-up menu from the New button. • Owner information. Enter your contact information. • Password. Add security to your device. • Power. Display the remaining battery power indicated by a bar chart. • Today. Customize the look and information displayed on the Today screen. NOTE Refer to the section
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    To change the date and time settings: 1. Tap Settings, then the System. 2. Tap the Clock icon. 3. Make your desired settings. Tap to select a time zone Highlight a Time item then tap up or down arrow to set Tap this down arrow to display the Calendar To change the alarm settings: 1. Tap Settings,
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    Selecting sounds and notifications Your device can remind you of things you have to do in several ways. For example, if you have set up an appointment in Calendar, a task with a due date, or an alarm in Clock, you will be notified in any of the following ways. • A message box appears on the screen •
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    are Favorites, Start Menu, and Programs. 4. Tap a category to display the programs it contains. By default, the Favorites category contains the ASUS Launcher and ASUS Backup program icons. NOTE You cannot delete the default categories. However, you may edit the default titles, and add or delete
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    5. Tap Start Menu or Programs to display the default programs in them. NOTE Whatever category is selected, that category will be launched the next time you tap the AsusLauncher icon. To edit the name of a default category: 1. Tap Name, and select a category that you wish to rename. For example,
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    To customize an existing category: 1. Tap Editor, then Copy To. 2. Tap Name, then Programs (or Start Menu). 3. In the Programs screen, tap the program icon that you wish to copy. For example, Jawbreaker. A pop-up screen appears. 4. Select a target destination for the program icon. For example,
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    mode. 5. Tap OK to save your changes. To add a new category: 1. Tap Category, then Add. A new category is automatically added. 2. Tap Name to see the updated list of categories. 3. If you wish to rename the new category, se page 2-17 for instructions. Learn the basics 2-19
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    in ROM (ReadOnly Memory). You cannot remove this software, and you will never accidentally lose ROM contents. ROM programs can be updated using installation the program designed for the Pocket PC and your device processor type. 3. Read any installation instructions, Read Me files, or documentation
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    several versions of files for different device types and processors. Be sure to select the program designed for the Pocket PC and your device processor type. 3. Read any installation instructions, Read Me files, or documentation that comes with the program. Many programs provide special installation
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    To add a program to the Start menu: 1. Tap , tap Settings, tap Menus, tap the Start Menu tab, and tap the check box for the program. If you do not see the program on the list, you can either use File Explorer on the device to move the program to the Start Menu folder, or use ActiveSync on the
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    adjust settings to customize your device and maximize its use. ASUS SmartKeeper The ASUS SmartKeeper is an automatic backup feature that prompts you to backup the current system status in a CF memory card whenever the remaining battery power reaches a certain level. With the automatic option, the
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    . See the section "To use manual backup" on page 2-27. How the SmartKeeper automatic backup works SmartKeeper is capable of performing the automatic backup process whether your device is in use (ON) or in suspension (OFF). When the device is ON If a low battery status occurs while you are using
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    device, SmartKeeper saves your current system status to the file ASUSBKUP.SAV in the Flash Disk. This is a 32MB storage space in the device Flash ROM. NOTE Flash Disk is the default setting. b. If you set CF Card as storage device, the backup file is saved in the CF card. Make
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    the CF memory card. If automatic backup is successful The system detected a battery power low status and tried to back up the system status at 2003/04 a CF memory card is not ready in the slot The system detected a battery power low status and tried to back up the system status at 2003/04/
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    failed! Insufficient space in the CF memory card. The system detected a battery power low status and tried to back up the system status at 2003 the bottom of the Settings screen. 3. Tap the SmartKeeper icon, then the Manual tab. 4. Tap the Restore system button to restore the saved system status from
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    SmartKeeper error messages When backing up or restoring the system status, you may receive any one of the following error messages. The messages tell you the reason why the error occurred. Back up Restore 2-28 Chapter 2
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    system files and/or data contained in the main system memory. Unlike the ASUS SmartKeeper automatic backup feature that backs up the entire system status (system and data) into one backup file, this utility allows you to manually create separate backup files for your system files and data files. You
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    NOTE See the online help on your device for online instructions to back up or restore data. To back up all data on your device: 1. Return to the ASUS programs screen and tap the ASUS Backup icon. 2. Tap the Backup tab on the ASUS Backup screen. 3. Tap All Data button to back up all data
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    back up any items, it will show the items on the screen. 7. Tap OK. To back up only PIM data on your device: 1. On the ASUS Backup screen, tap PIM Data button to back up only the personal information management (PIM) data on your device. 2. Select the storage device (Flash Disk
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    4. Type a name for your backup file and the folder where you wish to place it. You may opt not to specify a folder. 5. Check the boxes opposite the items that you wish to back up, or tap Select All to select all listed items. If you checked the box User Defined Folders, tap Define to specify the
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    you will receive the message "No storage devices are found!" 2. On the ASUS Programs screen Tap the ASUS Backup icon. When prompted, stop all running programs. See page 2-29 for instructions. 3. Tap the Restore tab on the ASUS Backup screen. 4. Tap All Data. 5. In the Backup File screen: • select
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    To restore PIM data: 1. On the ASUS Backup screen, tap PIM Data. 2. When prompted, select the storage device (Flash Disk or CF card) where you stored your backup file. Tapping Cancel returns
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    System tab on the bottom of the Settings screen. 3. Tap the ASUS Settings icon to display the system information screen. This screen is displayed playing games or playing video. However, setting to Turbo mode may reduce the battery life. The Standard Mode allows for up to 300MHz CPU speed. Set to
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    . 3. Follow step 2 to set the degree of brightness when using external power. NOTE Using a lower degree of brightness while on battery power substantially reduces battery power consumption. To change the Audio settings: Tap the Audio tab to adjust the volume, balance, treble, and bass settings
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    To change the Microphone settings: Tap the AGC tab to adjust the settings for the microphone sensitivity and automatic gain control (AGC). The AGC features allows you to adjust the recording and environment noise level. • The MIC Sensitivity controls the sound recording input. Setting the slider
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    To select Autorun Devices: Tap the Autorun tab to select the source devices to execute the autorun program. 2-38 Chapter 2
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    . To access the bundled programs: 1. Tap , then tap Programs. 2. Tap any of the icons to launch a specific application program. ASUS Programs Tapping the ASUS Programs icon displays the ASUS Backup utility and the ASUS Launcher. Tap the ASUS Backup icon if you wish to use the utility. See section
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    Calculator Tap the Calculator icon to use the calculator. File Explorer Tap the File Explorer icon to access your files. See page 2-12. Microsoft Reader Tap the Microsoft Reader icon to download and read online books. See Chapter 5. 2-40 Chapter 2
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    Tap the MSN Messenger icon to use the service. See Chapter 5. Pocket MSN Tap the Pocket MSN icon to get connected to the Internet through the Pocket Internet Explorer. See Chapter 6. Pocket Word Tap the Pocket Word icon to create Pocket Word documents. See Chpater 5. Learn the basics 2-41
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    Excel Tap the Pocket Excel icon to create spreadsheet documents. See Chapter 5. Pictures Tap the Pictures icon to view .jpg pictures stored on your device or on a storage card. Refer to the online help on your device for details on using this feature. Terminal Services Client Tap the Terminal
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    3-3 Installing ActiveSync® on your computer 3-3 ♦ Synchronizing your device 3-5 Connecting your device to a computer 3-5 Setting up a partnership 3-6 Checking synchronized information 3-8 Manually initiating synchronization 3-9 Synchronization options 3-10 Microsoft® ActiveSync® 3-1
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    in MyPal. With ActiveSync, you can synchronize the information on your desktop computer with the information on your device. Synchronization compares the data on your device with your desktop computer and updates both computers with the most recent information. For example: • Keep Pocket Outlook
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    have Outlook 98 or Outlook 2000 installed, you are encouraged to update to Outlook 2002. Installing ActiveSync® on your computer To install ActiveSync finished installing ActiveSync. 2. Insert the Companion CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. The CD autoruns and displays the initial screen
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    perform the installation sequence correctly. 5. If you have not installed Outlook, install it now. Click Install Outlook 2002 and follow the screen instructions to complete the installation. 6. Click Download Connection Wizard and read the overview to see if you require the wizard. Follow the screen
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    Synchronizing your device Connecting your device to a computer To connect your device to your computer: 1. Place the device on the cradle. 2. Connect the AC adapter to the power connector on the cradle. 3. Connect the USB sync cable from the cradle to a USB port on your computer. To connect your
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    Setting up a partnership Immediately after you have completed the installation, the New Partnership wizard will start automatically to help you establish a partnership and customize your synchronization settings. At this point, you can decide exactly which types of information you would like to
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    On the Calendar Synchronization Settings window, for example, select from the options how you wish to synchronize the appointments on your device with your computer. Click OK. 4. Click Finish to complete setting a partnership. Immediately after you set up a partnership, ActiveSync® starts
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    Checking synchronized information After your first synchronization, take a look at Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks on your device. You will notice that the calendar information in Microsoft Outlook on your computer was copied to your device, and the information that you have on your device was copied
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    you have set up ActiveSync and completed the first synchronization process, you can initiate synchronization from your device at any time. To manually initiate synchronization: 1. Tap , then tap ActiveSync to display the ActiveSync screen. Connection status Tap to connect and synchronize Tap to stop
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    Synchronization options The Microsoft ActiveSync program allows you to customize your synchronization settings at any time. You can select the items to synchronize, set the synchronization schedule, and specify the synchronization rules. To display the synchronization options: • From the ActiveSync
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    To set synchronization schedule: 1. Click on the Schedule tab. 2. Select your desired synchronization schedule. 3. Click OK when done. To specify synchronization rules: 1. Click on the Rules tab. 2. Select your desired settings from the available options. 3. Click OK when done. Microsoft®
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    3-12 Chapter 3
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    Chapter 4 Microsoft® Pocket Outlook ♦ Introduction 4-2 ♦ Calendar 4-2 Creating appointments 4-3 Using the summary screen 4-4 Creating meeting requests 4-4 ♦ Contacts 4-5 Creating contacts 4-6 Using the summary screen 4-6 Finding a contact 4-7 ♦ Tasks 4-8 Creating tasks 4-8 Using
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    changes you mode on your device and desktop computer or server and updates both computers with the latest information. For information on using ActiveSync, on your desktop computer. You can switch to any of the Pocket Outlook programs by tapping . Calendar: Scheduling appointments and meetings Use
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    you select Remind me in an appointment, your device will remind you according to the options set in , Settings, Personal tab, Sounds and Notifications. Microsoft® Pocket Outlook 4-3
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    appointment Tap to change details of the appointment Creating meeting requests You can use Calendar to set up meetings with users of Outlook and Pocket Outlook. The meeting request will be created automatically and sent either when you synchronize Inbox or when you connect to your e-mail server
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    by name or company Tap to create a new contact NOTE To change the way information is displayed in the list, tap Tools then Options. Microsoft® Pocket Outlook 4-5
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    Creating contacts To create a contact: 1. Tap , then tap Contacts. 2. Tap New to display a blank contact form. 3. Using the input panel, enter a name and other contact information. You will need ot scroll down to see all available fields. 4. To assign the contact a category, scroll to and tap
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    will be displayed to the right of the company name. 4. Tap , Find, enter the contact name, select Contacts for the type, and tap Go. 1 2 3 4 Microsoft® Pocket Outlook 4-7
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    Tasks: Keeping a to do list Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do. Tap to select the category of tasks you want to display Tap to select a sort order of the task list Indicates high priority Tap to display or edit the task details Tap and hold to display a pop-up menu of actions Tap an
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    , tap Edit. Task details Tap to show or hide the task details Notes/additional information on the task Tap to change the task details Microsoft® Pocket Outlook 4-9
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    Notes: Capturing thoughts and ideas Quickly capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, and phone numbers with Notes. You can create a written note or a recording. You can also include a recording in a note. If a note is open when you create the recording, it will be included in the note as an icon. If the
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    the Notes list Tap to show or hide the input panel Tap to write on the screen Tap to add a recording to the note Microsoft® Pocket Outlook 4-11
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    Microsoft Outlook on your desktop computer • Send and receive e-mail messages by connecting directly to an e-mail server through an Internet service provider (ISP) or a network Synchronizing e-mail messages E-mail messages can be synchronized as part of the general synchronization process. You will
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    download completely. The next time you connect, Inbox downloads the complete messages you have marked for retrieval and sends the messages you have composed. Microsoft® Pocket Outlook 4-13
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    recently received messages are displayed first in the list. Tap to select the service, and the folder that you wish to display Tap to select the to connect, and to send/receive e-mail Tap to connect to the selected service When you receive a message, tap it to open. Unread messages are displayed
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    . You can specify your downloading preferences when you set up the service or select your synchronization options. You can change them at any On the Service tab, tap the service that you wish to change. Tap and hold the service and select Delete to remove a service. Microsoft® Pocket Outlook 4-15
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    Composing messages To compose a message: 1. Tap New. 2. In the To field, enter an e-mail or SMS address of one or more recipients, separating them with a semicolon, or select a name from the Contacts list by tapping the Address Book button. All e-mail addresses entered in the e-mail fields in
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    or desktop computer. This synchronization of folders occurs whenever you connect to your mail server, create new folders, or rename/delete folders when connected. Microsoft® Pocket Outlook 4-17
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    4-18 Chapter 4
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    Excel 5-13 ♦ MSN Messenger 5-14 Signing up 5-15 Working with contacts 5-16 Chatting with contacts 5-17 ♦ Windows Media Player for Pocket PC 5-18 ♦ Microsoft Reader 5-19 Getting books on your device 5-20 Using the Library 5-20 Reading a book 5-21 Using Reader features 5-22 Removing a book
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    consist of Microsoft® Pocket Word, Microsoft® Pocket Excel, MSN Messenger, Windows Media™ Player for Pocket PC, and Microsoft® Reader. To switch to a companion program on your device, tap Programs on the menu, then tap the program that you wish to open. Pocket Word Pocket Word works with Microsoft
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    Tap to select an input method Tap to show or hide the input panel Tap to show or hide the formatting toolbar Saving Pocket Word documents To save a Pocket Word document: When you have finished editing your document, tap OK. The document is saved using the first line as file name if
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    down arrow in the Type field to select a file format. You can save the document you create or edit in a variety of formats: • Word (.doc) • Pocket Word (.psw) • Rich Text Format (.rtf) • Plain Text (.txt) 6. Tap the down arrow in the Location field to indicate the location of your saved file
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    Opening an existing Pocket Word document Pocket Word contains a list of the files stored on your device. Tap a document settings Tap to create a new document NOTE You can open only one Pocket Word document at a time; when you open a second document, you will be asked to save the first.
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    Modes of entering information You can enter information in Pocket Word in one of four modes (typing, writing, drawing, or recording), which are displayed on the View menu. Each mode has its own toolbar that
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    stylus to write directly on the screen. Ruled lines are displayed as a guide, and the zoom magnification is greater than in typing mode to allow you words are converted to graphics (metafiles) when a Pocket Word document is converted to a Word document on your desktop computer. Companion programs
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    Drawing mode In drawing mode, use your stylus to draw on the screen. Gridlines appear as a guide. When you lift your stylus off the screen after ther first stroke, you will see a drawing box indicating the boundaries of the drawing. Every subsequent
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    delete, make copies of, and send files, tap and hold a file in the list, then select the appropriate action on the pop-up menu. Pocket Excel provides fundamental spreadsheet tools, such as formulas, functions, sorting, and filtering. To display the toolbar, tap View, then tap Toolbar. Cell contents
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    you selected a template for new documents in the Options dialog box, that template appears with the appropriate text and formatting already provided. Saving Pocket Excel documents To save an Excel document: When you have finished editing your document, tap OK. By default, your document is saved as
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    . 5. Tap the down arrow in the Type field to select a file format. You can save the document you create or edit in a variety of formats: • Pocket Excel (.pxl) • Excel (.xls) 6. Tap the down arrow in the Location field to indicate the location of your saved file, either in the main memory
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    Securing your Excel document If your workbook contains sensitive or confidental information, you can protect it with a password. To set a password for your workbook: 1. Open the workbook. 2. Tap Edit from the command bar, then tap Password... to display the password setting screen. 3. Type a
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    Take note of the following when working in large worksheets in Pocket Excel: • View in full-screen mode to see as much of your worksheet as possible. Tap . Tap Format, then tap Row or Column, and tap Unhide. For more information on using Pocket Excel, tap , then tap Help. Companion programs 5-13
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    MSN Messenger: You must have a Microsoft Passport™ account or a Microsoft Exchange e-mail account. You must have a Passport to use the MSN Messenger Service. If you have a Hotmail® or MSN account, you already have a passport. Once you have obtained either a Microsoft Passport or Microsoft Exchange
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    Signing up To sign in to MSN Mesenger service: 1. Tap Tools then tap Sign in... from the menu. OR Simply tap the Tap here to sign in area. 2. In the sign-in screen, enter
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    Working with contacts The MSN Messenger window shows all of your messenger contacts at a glance, divided into Online and Not Online categories. From this view, while connected, you can chat, send an e-mail, block the contact from chatting with you, or delete contacts from your list using the pop-up
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    Chatting with contacts Tap a contact name to open a chat window. Enter your message in the text entry area at the bottom of the screen, or tap My Text to enter a preset message, then tap Send. To invite another contact to a multi-user chat, tap Invite in the Tools menu, then tap the contact that you
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    play digital audio and video files that are stored on your device or on a network. To switch to Windows Media Player for Pocket PC, tap , tap Programs, then tap Windows Media. Indicates the progress of the current track Slide to adjust volume Tap to mute sound Tap to play
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    Microsoft Reader Use Microsoft Reader to read eBooks on your device. Download books to your desktop computer from your favorite eBook web site. Then, use ActiveSync to copy the book files to your activated device. The books appear in the Reader Library. Each book consists of a cover page, an
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    from the Web. Just visit your favorite eBook retailer and follow the instructions to download the book files. Sample books and a dictionary ar also included in the MSReader folder in the Extras folder on the Pocker PC Companion CD. Use ActiveSync to download the files from your desktop computer
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    Reading a book Each book consists of a cover page, and optional table of contents, and the pages of the book. Navigation options are listed in the bottom portion of the cover page. The first time you open a book, you will probably want to go to the first page or to the table of contents, if there is
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    return to your original page, tap the title then tap Return on the pop-up menu. • Copy Text. You can copy text form books that support this feature into any program that accepts text. On a book page, select the text that you want to copy. Then, tap Copy Text on the
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    ♦ Using Pocket Internet Explorer 6-2 Changing View settings 6-3 Browsing the Internet 6-3 ♦ AvantGo Channels 6-4 ♦ Mobile Favorites folder 6-5 Favorite links 6-5 Mobile Favorites 6-5 Viewing mobile favorites and channels 6-7 Adding/Deleting mobile favorites and folders 6-8 Pocket Internet
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    Internet. You can also connect to the Internet through an ISP or a network connection to browse the Web. To launch Pocket Internet Explorer: 1. Tap , then Internet Explorer to display the Pocket MSN services. New Pocket MSN services Tap to go back to previous page Tap to stop/refresh Tap to go to
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    2. Tap the Home button to display the Pocket Internet Explorer welcome screen with links to some useful Web sites. 3. Tap any of the Web site buttons to go to a you wish to view. • Tap View, then Address Bar. Enter the Web address that you want to visit then tap Go. Pocket Internet Explorer 6-3
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    free interactive service that gives box beside the AvantGo item. Click OK. ActiveSync automatically updates the settings and synchronizes with your device. NOTE Make page appears on your device. To launch AvantGo: 1. In Pocket Internet Explorer on your device, tap the Favorites button to display
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    synchronization, the list of favorite links in the Mobile Favorites folder on your desktop computer is synchronized with Pocket Internet Explorer on your device. Both computers are updated with changes made to either list each time you synchronize. Unless you mark the favorite link as a mobile
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    Favorites in Internet Explorer are downloaded to your device. NOTE If you did not specify an update schedule in step 3, you will need to manually download content to keep the information updated on your desktop computer and device. Before synchronizing with your device, in Internet Explorer on
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    . You need to synchronize with your desktop computer again to download the page to your device, or connect to the Internet to view the page. Pocket Internet Explorer 6-7
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    Adding/Deleting mobile favorites and folders To add a favorite: 1. Tap to display your list of favorites. 2. Tap the Add/Delete button to display the Favorites screen. 3. Tap the Add... button to show the Add Favorite screen. 4. Type a name for the favorite that you wish to add in the Name field. 5.
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    to display the Favorites screen. 3. Select the folder that you wish to delete, then tap Delete. 4. When prompted to permanently delete the folder, tap Yes. Pocket Internet Explorer 6-9
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    6-10 Chapter 6
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    Chapter 7 Get connected ♦ Introduction 7-2 ♦ Connect to the Internet 7-2 ♦ Connect to Work 7-3 ♦ Set up connections 7-3 Modem connections 7-3 VPN server connections 7-4 Proxy server settings 7-4 Network card connections 7-5 Wireless network connections 7-6 Enter settings information 7-6
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    infrared (IR) or Bluetooth features. For more information, see sections "Infrared (IR) connection" or "Bluetooth connection." Connect to the the connection, begin using the desired program. For example, switch to Pocket Internet Explorer and browse a Web page. Your device automatically connects.
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    connection, start using a desired program. For example, switch to Pocket Internet Explorer and browse to a Web page. Your device automatically My Work Network, tap Add a new modem connection, then follow the instructions in the New Connection wizard. 3. To view additional information for any screen
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    . Select your desired VPN connection, tap Settings, then follow the instructions on the screen. Proxy server settings If you are connected to mobile device should download the proper proxy settings from your PC. If these settings are not on your PC or need to be changed, ask your ISP or network
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    so you should not have to change these settings unless your network administrator instructs you to do so. 5. If necessary, connect the network card to card, and begin using a desired program. For example, switch to Pocket Internet Explorer and browse a Web page. Your device automatically starts
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    If you do not see a desired network, tap Add new and follow the instructions on the screen. 3. From Networks to access, select All available, Only access the network is detected, or manually by entering settings information. To enter new settings: 1. To manually enter information, tap > Settings
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    settings information. To determine if authentication information is needed, see your network administrator. To configure authentication settings: 1. To manually enter information, tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections > Network Card > Wireless tab. 2. Tap Add new. If the network was
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    up a WAP gateway To access WAP sites through Pocket Internet Explorer, configure your device to use a settings. NOTE Some device models do not support the WAP sites viewing feature. 1. Get , and password. Also, contact your mobile phone service provider and ask for your WAP gateway server name
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    9. Create a modem connection. See section "Set up connections." If necessary, set dialing rules. See section "Use dialing rules." 10. If your device does not have a connection to a mobile phone network, insert a modem card. Use dialing rules Additional numbers may need to be dialed depending on
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    Infrared (IR) connection By default, your device detects incoming infrared (IR) beams and prompts you to accept them. If you do not want your device to detect or receive beans, clear the Receive all incoming beams check box. To set the Beam options: 1. Tap , then Settings. 2. Tap the Connections tab
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    Sending information To send information: 1. Switch to the program where you created the item that you want to send, and locate that item in the list. 2. Align the IR ports so that they are unobstructed and within a close range. 3. Tap and hold the item, then tap Beam File... on the pop-up menu.
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    Audio Gateway 8-5 About 8-5 ♦ Bluetooth Manager 8-6 Bluetooth connection wizard 8-7 Business Card Exchange 8-8 ♦ Remote device services 8-9 Wireless serial port 8-9 Dial-up networking 8-10 Bluetooth file explorer 8-11 Send via Bluetooth 8-14 Dial via Bluetooth 8-15 Bluetooth Personal Area
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    BTW-CE is the solution to smoothly integrate the Bluetooth technology into devices that use the Pocket PC operating system. The Bluetooth technology allows your Pocket PC to: • Locate other Bluetooth devices within the vicinity • Discover the services that those devices offer • Connect to, use, and
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    changes. General Allows you to: • select the user profile • see the Bluetooth status (ON/OFF) • turn Bluetooth ON or OFF • tap a link to the Bluetooth Manager Accessibility Allows you to: • set the device name • see the Bluetooth Device Address (BDA) • select the remote devices you wish to connect
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    transfers, and set the highest level directory on your device that remote devices can access. Refer to section "Remote device services" for more information. Information Exchange Allows you to customize the service settings, and set the default business card. Serial Port Allows you to customize the
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    information. Audio Gateway Allows you to customize the service settings for the Audio Gateway. About Displays the Bluetooth™ for Windows® CE (BTW-CE) information including the release version, copyright notice, website address, technical support email, and the Advanced button. The Advanced buttons
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    menu. The My Shortcuts screen displays a list of pre-configured connections, if any. Tap New > Connect to connect to other devices via Bluetooth. The Active Connections screen displays the active incoming and outgoing connections. 8-6 Tap to set Business Card excahnge options Tap to launch the
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    connection wizard helps you set up connections with remote Bluetooth devices. To launch the Bluetooth connection wizard: 1. Tap from the Bluetooth Manager command bar. The Bluetooth Connection Wizard screen appears. 2. Select a type of connection that you wish set up. Tap Next. Tap Cancel if
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    business card from a remote device • exchange business cards with one or more remote devices To launch the Business Card Exchange screen: 1. Tap from the Bluetooth Manager command bar. 2. Select the action that you wish to make. NOTE From this screen, tap the link Select the business card to go to
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    Remote device services Wireless serial port Using a Bluetooth serial port is equivalent to using a physical cable serial port connection between two devices. As with a physical connection, you have to configure the application that will use the serial port. To configure the Bluetooth Serial Port: 1.
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    through a phone line. Once connected, you can browse the Internet, check/read emails, etc. NOTE The remote Bluetooth device that will provide the Dial-up Networking service should have access to a telephone system, either a hard-wired or a cellular connection, and capable of answering a call
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    file explorer The Bluetooth File Explorer appears automatically after a file transfer connection is established. This service feature allows you structure of the remote device, tap the New Folder from the main window of Bluetooth File Explorer. 2. To move up in the directory structure of the remote
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    button - abort the Send a File... operation 2. Tap your desired operation. The file that you selected is automatically sent when tapped, after which the Bluetooth File Explorer re-appears. To get a file from the remote device: 1. Select the folder containing the file. 2. Tap the file that you wish
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    the top of the screen to go to your desired folder. 3. Tap OK to return to the main screen of Bluetooth File Explorer. You will see the Local Folder field is updated to reflect the new folder selection. NOTE The Local Folder information is associated with the currently open shortcut and is
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    You can conveniently send your Pocket Outlook contacts, calendar items, and tasks individually or collectively to the remote device via Bluetooth. To send data via Bluetooth: 1. Tap , then either Contacts, Calendar, or Tasks. 2. Highlight an item that you wish to send to the remote device. 3. Tap
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    number that you wish to dial. You may also modify a phone number before you dial. To dial via Bluetooth: 1. From the Pocket Outlook Contacts screen, tap and hold a contact and select Dial via Bluetooth. 2. If your device is paired with more than one cell phone, or if a phone is not yet selected
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    area networks are subject to the same security settings (service availability, authorization, authentication, and encryption) that govern other Bluetooth communications. One Bluetooth device must be the host of the personal area network. Other Bluetooth devices join the network as clients. The host
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    Manager, select New>Connect>Join a personal network. Tap Next. 2. On the wizard screen, select Join a personal network, then tap Next. The Bluetooth browser appears. 3. Select the host of the personal network, then tap Next to establish a connection to the personal area network. If you are asked
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    8-18 Chapter 8
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    Appendix Notices Notices A-1
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    . This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation
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    energy into electrical energy by an irreversible or reversible chemical reaction. • Do not dispose the Pocket PC battery pack in a fire, as they may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions to reduce the risk of injury to persons due to fire or explosion. • Do not
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