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- Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 1
MyPal A636/A632 User Manual - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 2
without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. ("ASUS"). Product warranty or service will not be extended if: ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT. SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 3
MyPal 1 Installing and removing the battery 5 Connecting to a power source 5 Setting up GPS 6 Additional storage 7 Activating MyPal 8 Basic screens on MyPal your device 33 Installing other applications 38 Chapter 4 Microsoft® Pocket Outlook 39 Calendar 39 Contacts 42 Tasks ...45 Notes - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 4
70 Connecting to Work 71 Setting up connections 71 Ending a connection 73 Setting up a WAP gateway 74 Using dialing rules 74 Using Terminal Services Client 75 Infrared (IR) connection 76 Chapter 8 Bluetooth 78 Using Bluetooth 78 Bluetooth settings 79 Bluetooth Manager 81 Remote device - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 5
MyPal A636/A632 specifications Processor Operating system Memory Display Battery Expansion slot Communication Audio GPS Size The latest Intel® XScale™ 416MHz Processor Microsoft® Windows Mobile™ 5.0 (Pocket PC) 128MB Flash ROM 64MB SDRAM (85MB user accessible) 3.5-inch, brilliant transflective TFT - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 6
. Standard items • ASUS MyPal A636/A632 Pocket PC • USB travel sync cable • AC adapter • Microsoft Companion CD: includes Microsoft® Outlook® 2002 and Microsoft® ActiveSync® 4.0 • Stylus • Protection case • Removable/ rechargeable 1300mAh Li-ion battery • Manual • Quick Start Guide • Car kit - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 7
in your pocket! MyPal A636 comes with additional Wi-Fi feature that allows you to connect to wireless LAN and Internet. MyPal A636 has a single SD card slot, whereas MyPal A632 comes with dual slots: SD and mini SD slots. Front features Power/Notification LED Bluetooth/Wi-Fi/GPS LED LCD touch - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 8
files in a menu by scrolling up or down, left or right. If ASUS® MyPal is bundled with GPS map software, you may use the buttons to zoom in, zoom out Back features Stylus GPS antenna Hold key HOLD Battery cover • Stylus - used for tapping or writing on the LCD touch screen. • GPS antenna - used - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 9
• Mini SD slot (A632 only) - accommodates a mini SD memory card. Infrared (IR) Port Mini SD card slot (MyPal A632 only) mini SD Top features Stylus External antenna cover SD Power button SD card slot (SD/SDIO/MMC) • External antenna cover - covers the external antenna port. If the GPS signal - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 10
the Mode Switcher button and pressing the stylus on the reset switch. This will recover the device back to factory default settings. The GPS car kit The GPS car kit includes: • Car holder - holds the Pocket PC. • Gooseneck - securely attaches the Pocket PC to the car's windshield. 4 Chapter 1 - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 11
cover. This is a safety measure for protecting the power circuitry, so please make sure not to lose the battery cover. Connecting to a power source IMPORTANT You need to charge the battery before using the device for the first time. 2 26-pin device plug Sync cable adapter USB sync cable - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 12
Setting up GPS SD SD To receive GPS signal: Flip open the GPS antenna panel from the back of the device. You may rotate the panel as illustrated below on the bottom right. 1 NOTE For best signal reception, the GPS antenna panel should be oriented parallel to the ground. If the GPS signal - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 13
storage MyPal A636 comes with the standard SD card slot while MyPal A632 has an additional mini SD card slot. The SD card slot can be inserted with SD or MMC memory cards. It also supports SDIO cards of various functionalities including 802.11b, modem, etc. Installing and removing SD/MMC/SDIO card - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 14
SD Activating MyPal time, or after performing a hard reset. Tap anywhere on the screen to continue. NOTE To perform a hard reset, press and hold the power icon > Align Screen button. 4. Follow the succeeding on-screen instructions. 5. Tap anywhere on the Complete screen when you are done with - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 15
the Bluetooth® menu Tap to display the Wi-Fi® menu (MyPal A636 only) Tap to shift display to landscape or portrait orientation Tap to open ASUS Status menu where you can see common device status and settings (such as backlight setting, battery level, memory usage, and more) From the Today screen - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 16
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 program Tap to open a recently used program Tap to open the Programs menu Tap to open the Settings menu Tap to display the Help - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 17
the system information screens. To display the system information: 1. Tap > Settings > System tab > System Information icon 2. To display the device specifications, tap Device Info tab. This will display various information such as the device ID, system memory, and wireless capabilities. 3. Tap the - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 18
. 1. Tap > Letter Recognizer. 2. Write a letter within the writing area. When you write a letter, it is converted to a typed text that appears on the screen. For instructions and a demonstation on using the Letter Recognizer, tap next to the writing area. 12 Chapter 2 - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 19
Recognizer. 2. Write a letter within the writing area. When you write a letter, it is converted to a typed text that appears on the screen. For instructions and a demonstration on using the Block Recognizer, tap next to the writing area. To use Transcriber: With Transcriber, you can use the stylus - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 20
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 writing to - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 21
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 - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 22
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. - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 23
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 - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 24
To change the recording format: 1. In the note list, tap Menu > Options > Global Input Options link > Options tab. 2. Select your desired recording format from the Voice recording format pull-down menu then tap ok when done. NOTE Compared to other settings, the Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 25
Customizing your device You can customize your device by adjusting the settings, using the built-in programs, and installing additional software. To see the available options: • Tap > Settings > Personal or System tab. NOTE Tap and hold the slider on the right side of the screen to display other - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 26
Changing the start menu To change the menu items: 1. Tap > Settings > Menus icon. 2. Check the box opposite the items that you wish to appear on the Start Menu. 3. Tap OK. NOTE Items that are not added in the Start menu can be found in the Programs. Changing the owner information To change the - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 27
3. Select the password type, Simple 4 digit or Strong alphanumeric. 4. Key-in a password. If you selected the Strong alphanumeric type of password, you need to key-in the password twice. 5. Tap the Hint tab to create a kind of reminder in case you forget your password. 6. Tap OK when done. Changing - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 28
To enable the ClearType feature: 1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Screen icon > Clear Type tab. 2. Check the Enable Clear Type box, then tap OK. To change the screen text size: 1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Screen icon > Text Size tab. 2. Move the slider toward the Smallest or Largest until you - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 29
To customize the button setttings: 1. Tap the Up/Down Control tab. 2. Tap the slider to your desired settings of Up/Down button reaction time. 3. Tap the Advance tab to set options for the key light and hold switch. 4. Tap OK when done. Using Mode Switcher and Task Switcher On the rightmost group - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 30
do not require very fast CPU speed. • Power Save - sets the CPU to a lower speed. This mode has a lower CPU performance but extends the battery life. Set to this mode when using text based applications such as Word, Excel, etc. • For automatic power saving, tick the circle beside Auto. This - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 31
default audio settings. To change the Microphone settings: 1. Tap Mic tab from the audio settings screen. 2. In MIC Gain Control, choose either to manually adjust the gain control or let the device automatically adjust the recording volume. Adjust the volume to high or low by dragging the slider - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 32
1. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > USB Settings icon. 2. Choose a USB Interface. • Transmission as Network Interface - lets your device function as a network card. You can use this setting for ActiveSync. • Transmission as Serial Interface - lets your device function as a UART device. You can use - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 33
with the Microsoft® Windows Mobile® 5.0 are discussed in other chapters. To access the applications: 1. Tap > Programs. 2. Tap an icon to launch a specific application program. Calculator Tap the Calculator icon to use basic calculator functions. Games Tap the Games icon to display the available - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 34
main objective of this game is to use all the cards in the deck to build up four suit stacks in & Videos to view pictures and play back videos of various formats stored in your device or in a storage card. You can then send them to your friends, view a slideshow of your pictures, play back the video - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 35
after editing the picture. Checking Device Status Quickly view essential device information such as storage usage and battery life by using Asus Status. To open Asus Status: 1. Tap the Asus Status icon at the lower right corner of the screen. 2. A menu opens displaying general information about your - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 36
at the lower right corner of the screen then tap Setting... 2. Make the desired selections from the available items. You can remove items from the Asus Status menu by clearing the box beside the items under Show Items. 3. Tap OK to make the changes. NOTE If you clear the box beside - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 37
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 for specific - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 38
98 or Outlook 2000 installed, you are encouraged to update to the Outlook bundled in the Companion CD. To follow the screen instructions to complete the installation. 6. Click Download Connection Wizard and wizard that will guide you through the installation. 9. Follow the instructions on the - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 39
to quit and keep the current version. 10. Wait until the wizard finishes copying all the necessary files, and updates your system. NOTE You may connect your Pocket PC to your computer right after installing ActiveSync. Make sure that the Transmission as Network Interface or Transmission as Serial - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 40
A sync relationship is a file that allows you to synchronize your device with your desktop computer. This file is stored on your desktop computer. An additional file that enables your desktop computer to recognize your device is stored on your device. To set up a sync relationship: 1. On the - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 41
Immediately after you set up a sync relationship, ActiveSync starts automatically and initiates the first synchronization between your device and your computer. Refer to the succeeding sections for more details on synchronization. Checking synchronized information After your first synchronization, - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 42
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 > Programs > ActiveSync to display the ActiveSync screen. Connection status Tap to stop/start synchronization Tap to - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 43
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 - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 44
may install some of the applications directly from the CD and download other available applications from the Internet. To install applications from the click Details for installation instructions. 6. Click Entertainment to display the available items. 7. Click Pocket PC Applications to display the - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 45
changes you made 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 Use Calendar to schedule appointments, - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 46
Creating appointments To create an appointment: 1. If you are in Day or Week view, tap your desired date for the appointment, 2. Tap Menu > New Appointment. Tap to select from a predefined text Tap to select from previously entered locations Tap to specify the time of appointment Tap to specify the - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 47
Tap to show beam, delete and send via bluetooth options for an appointment Creating meeting requests You can 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 - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 48
home or on the road. Using the Bluetooth or the infrared port (IR) on the device, you can quickly share Contacts information with other device users. Tap and enter part of a name to quickly find it on the list Tap to display or edit the contact details Tap to copy, delete - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 49
the contact list displays a summary screen. To change the contact information, tap Edit. Contact details Tap to change contact information Tap to display notes Microsoft® Pocket Outlook 43 - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 50
Finding a contact There are four ways to find a contact. 1. In the contact list, enter a contact name in the box under the navigation bar. To show all contacts again, clear text from the box or tap the Undo button to the right of the box. 2. Tap Menu > Filter and then select the type of contact that - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 51
. 4. To assign the task to a category, tap Categories and select a category from the list. On the task list, you can display tasks by category. Microsoft® Pocket Outlook 45 - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 52
5. To add notes, tap the Notes tab. You can enter text, draw, or create a recording. For more information on creating notes, see the section "Notes" later in this chapter. 6. Tap OK to return to the task list when done. Using the summary screen Tapping a task on the task list displays a summary - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 53
OK to save the note and return to the Notes list. NOTE Tap Menu > View Recording Toolbar to display recording tools and make a recording. Microsoft® Pocket Outlook 47 - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 54
to an e-mail server through an Internet service provider (ISP) or a network Synchronizing e-mail connecting to an e-mail server using a modem or network card connected to your device. You need to set up a remote messages are downloaded to the device Inbox folder, messages in the device Outbox folders - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 55
message list give you visual indications of message status. You can specify your downloading preferences when you set up the service or select your synchronization options. You can change them at any time. and hold the account and select Delete to remove an account. Microsoft® Pocket Outlook 49 - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 56
Reading messages in Inbox The messages you receive appear in your Inbox folder. By default, the most recently received messages appear on top of the list. Unread messages appear in boldface. Tap to select email account, and the folder that you wish to display Tap to select the sort order for the - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 57
. All the names in the Contacts list with e-mail addresses appear in the e-mail address book. 3. Enter a subject and compose your message. 4. Tap Send. Microsoft® Pocket Outlook 51 - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 58
NOTE To enter preset or frequently used messages, tap Menu > My Text and select your desired message. To create or edit a preset message before adding it to the message body, tap Menu > My Text > Edit My Text Messages, select a message to change or select a blank line at the bottom of the list, - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 59
Chapter 5 Companion Programs The companion programs consist of Microsoft® Word Mobile, Microsoft® Excel Mobile, Microsoft® PowerPoint Mobile, Pocket MSN, and Windows Media™ Player for Pocket PC. To switch to a companion program on your device, tap Programs on the menu, then tap the program that you - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 60
This is a new Word document. Tap to save and close your document Type your text here Formatting toolbar Tap to show or hide the input panel Tap to select an input method Saving Word Mobile documents To save a Word Mobile document: When you have finished editing your document, tap OK. By default - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 61
down arrow in the Location field to indicate the location of your saved file, either in the main memory of your device, or in a storage card, if available. 6. Tap Save. Opening an existing Word Mobile document Word Mobile contains a list of the files stored on your device. Tap a file in the - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 62
Viewing documents If you are opening a Word document created on a desktop computer, select Wrap to Window on the View menu so that you can see the entire document. You can also adjust the viewing size of a document by zooming. To zoom in or out of a document: Tap View > Zoom, then select your - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 63
a file format. 5. Tap the down arrow in the Location field to indicate the location of your saved file, e.g. main memory, flash disk, or storage card, if available. 6. Tap Save. To rename/move a file: 1. With the document open, tap Menu > File > Rename/Move... to display the Rename/Move screen - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 64
Tips for working in Excel Mobile Take note of the following when working on large worksheets in Pocket Excel: • View in full-screen mode to see as much of your worksheet as possible. Tap View > Full Screen. To exit full-screen mode, tap - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 65
in your PowerPoint Mobile file. Tap Go to Slide to immediately go to a specific slide in your presentation. NOTE While viewing a PowerPoint file, you can also the screen, drag the red box with the stylus pen to go to a specific area on the slide. 3. Tap the magnifying glasses to zoom in or zoom - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 66
hotmail account, if you have one, and send and receive e- mails. To use Pocket MSN: 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 - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 67
Signing up in MSN Messenger To sign in to MSN Messenger service: 1. Tap the Tap here to sign in link. OR Tap Sign In or Menu > Sign In. 2. On the MSN - Sign In screen, enter your e-mail - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 68
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 Menu > Invite, then tap the contact that you want to invite. View full chat Enter message here Tap to send message NOTE On - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 69
Using MSN Hotmail With MSN Hotmail, you can access your hotmail mailbox on your Pocket PC and send and receive e-mails. To open MSN Hotmail: 1. Tap Pocket MSN on the Today screen then tap MSN Hotmail. OR Tap > Programs > Pocket MSN > MSN Hotmail. Tap to display the message folders Tap to sort the - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 70
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 > Windows Media. Tap to view in full screen Tap to view the playlist Tap to skip to the beginning of the current file or - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 71
your desktop computer, download your favorite links . • Connect to an Internet service provider (ISP) or network and network, you can also download files and programs from that have been downloaded to your device Tap > Internet Explorer to display the Mobile Services from MSN. 2. Tap Menu > Home - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 72
is synchronized with Internet Explorer Mobile 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 favorite, only the link will be downloaded to your device, and you will need to connect to your ISP or - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 73
Explorer on the desktop computer, click Favorites > Mobile Favorites, then right-click a specific mobile favorite item, then click Properties. In the Download tab, specify the number of links deep you want to download. To conserve device memory, go only one level deep. 5. Synchronize your device - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 74
You will see the last time content was downloaded to the desktop computer, and you can manually download content if needed or set a schedule to automatically update contents. To set a schedule to update a specific mobile favorite, select a specific mobile favorite from the list then click Properties - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 75
Tap the favorite that you wish to view Tap to add or delete a folder or favorite link Adding/Deleting mobile favorites and folders To add a favorite: 1. Tap Menu > Favorites > Add/Delete tab. 2. Tap the Add button to show the Add Favorite screen. 3. Type a name for the favorite that you wish to - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 76
: 1. Obtain the following information from your ISP: ISP server phone number, user name, and password. 2. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections. switch to Pocket Internet Explorer and browse a Web page. Your device automatically connects. NOTE To set up a network card or wireless network - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 77
not have access to a mobile phone network, insert a modem card. 1. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections. 2. To create a new connection, in either My ISP or My Work Network, tap Add a new modem connection, then follow the instructions in the New Connection wizard. 3. To view additional - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 78
network administrator for your user name, password, domain instructions on the screen. Proxy server settings If you are connected to your ISP or private network during synchronization, your mobile device should download the proper proxy settings from your PC. If these settings are not on your PC - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 79
later, tap > Settings > Connections tab > Network Cards. 4. If you need to enter specific server information, tap the appropriate adapter, and then tap Properties. Most networks use DHCP, so you should not have to change these settings unless your network administrator instructs you to do so. 5. If - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 80
with WAP gateway settings. NOTE Some device models do not support the WAP sites viewing feature. 1. Get the following information from your ISP: ISP server phone number, user name, and password. Also, contact your mobile phone service provider and ask for your WAP gateway server name and port - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 81
used by the Terminal Services or Remote Desktop program in the computer. You can also select the server name from the Recent servers list if you have previously connected to a computer. 3. To run a program from the computer that are specifically sized for use with your Pocket PC, you can select the - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 82
the computer may be too wide to fit the screen of your Pocket PC. You may see two sets of scroll bars on your device: one for scrolling the computer window contents, and one for scrolling your device's Terminal Services Client screen. To scroll the computer window contents, use the five directional - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 83
Receiving infrared beams To receive a file via infrared beam: 1. When another infrared device within range beams file or data to you, your device receives the file or data and prompts a receiving data status. 2. After data transmission, tap Yes to accept or No to reject. NOTE Make sure to align the - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 84
Bluetooth allows your Pocket PC to: • Locate other Bluetooth devices within the vicinity • Discover the services that those devices offer services • Enable or disable individual services • Use security features including authentication, authorization, and encryption NOTE If you experience problems - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 85
. General Allows you to: • Select or create a user profile. • Check the Bluetooth status (ON/OFF). • Turn Bluetooth ON or OFF. • Tap a link to the Bluetooth Manager. Accessibility Allows you to: • Specify a name that identifies your Pocket PC as a Bluetooth device. • Check the Bluetooth Device - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 86
your business card. Tap Advanced, then tap to choose a contact as your default business card. • services" for details. • Personal Network Server - allows hosting of a Bluetooth-based personal area network. See the section "Remote device services" for details. • Audio Gateway - allows your Pocket PC - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 87
Manager Menu bar. The Bluetooth Connection Wizard screen appears. 2. Select a type of connection that you want to set up. Tap Next. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the connection. NOTE Refer to the device online help for more information on Bluetooth. Bluetooth® 81 - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 88
Select the action that you wish to make. NOTE On this screen, tap the link Select the business card to go to the Information Exchange settings. Remote device services Wireless serial port Using a Bluetooth serial port is equivalent to using a physical serial cable connection between two devices - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 89
phone line. Once connected, you can browse the Internet, check/read emails, etc. on your Pocket PC. The Bluetooth device that will provide the Dial-up Networking service to your Pocket PC should have access to a telephone system, either a hardwired or a cellular connection, and capable of answering - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 90
The Bluetooth File Explorer also allows you to set a folder in your device for receiving inbound files. You may configure this folder for each of your connection shortcuts. See the section "To set a local folder". Bluetooth File Explorer menus File Tools Send a File... Create a Folder Get Delete - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 91
to your desired folder. 3. Tap OK to return to the main screen of the 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 saved with the active profile - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 92
Send via Bluetooth You can conveniently send your Outlook contacts, calendar items, and tasks individually or collectively to the remote device via Bluetooth. To send data via Bluetooth: 1. Tap , then open either Contacts, Calendar, or Tasks. 2. Tap and hold the item you wish to send to the remote - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 93
fully functional in a Bluetooth personal area network environment. Bluetooth private 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 - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 94
manual for more information. Setting up ActiveSync via Bluetooth 1. Tap icon > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap New > ActiveSync via Bluetooth > Next. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions on MyPal. 4. On the Bluetooth Connection Wizard screen, select the name of the computer to synchronize MyPal with - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 95
networks and the Internet. Using the IEEE 802.11b standard for wireless LAN, MyPal A636 can connect at speeds of up to 11 Mbps to an access point ( Wi-Fi To turn on Wi-Fi: 1. Tap > Enable Wi-Fi. The Pocket PC then automatically scans for all available wireless networks within the Wi-Fi range. 2. - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 96
to the available adapters on the list. 3. Tap OK when done. 4. After changing the network adapter settings, a message appears instructing you to remove then re-install the network card to have your changes take effect. Tap OK to close the window. Adding a wireless network If the device fails to - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 97
• Tapping > Settings > Connections tab > Network Cards. 2. In the Wireless tab of the Configure Wireless Networks screen, tap Add New. 3. In the General tab of the Configure Wireless Network screen, enter the - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 98
on a wireless network, and allows you to manually scan your area for available wireless networks. To information about the wireless connection. Specifically, the following information are unreadable alphanumeric string. BSSID - shows the Basic Service Set ID (BSSID) to which the wireless device - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 99
(DHCP). Tapping the Renew button forces the device to refresh its server-assigned IP address. The process may take several seconds while the system updates the IP information. You can also try to detect if the wireless device is currently connected to the wireless network by tapping the Ping button - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 100
currently connected to this network a wireless device with enabled WEP encryption and MyPal is currently connected to this network ESSID - shows the Extended Service Set Indenfier (ESSID) of the wireless network found in the search. CH - shows the channel used by a wireless device. RSSI - shows - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 101
and used in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by for connection of the monitor to the graphics card is required to assure compliance with FCC regulations - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 102
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 - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 103
manual could void your authorization to use the device. CAUTION: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user must be in strict accordance with the instructions included in the user documentation provided with the product. Any changes - Asus MYPAL A636 | User Manual - Page 104
RF exposure compliance. In order to comply with the RF exposure limits established in the ANSI C95.1 standards, the distance between the antennas and the user should not be less than 20cm. 98 Appendix
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