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5 Learning the Basics Get started with your HP iPAQ by learning basic functions such as entering text, knowing the Home screen, synchronization, and troubleshooting. Home Screen The Home screen displays the date and time and provides a quick status of the remaining battery capacity, upcoming appointments, your current profile, and the number of unread text messages. From the Home screen, scroll and select the cellular carrier and Wi-Fi connection status display module to open the Wireless Manager. Next, press All to turn all wireless connections on/off. At the top of the Home screen are the connectivity icons, the volume indicator, and the clock. The top of the Home screen also displays the icons of the last ten programs you used so that you can quickly recall them. Use the Home screen to do the following: ● Access all applications and settings by pressing Start. ● Access your shortcuts by selecting Shortcuts. Battery Saving Tips You can adjust the settings on your HP iPAQ to fit your individual needs and to help your battery last as long as possible between charges. Here are some recommendations to conserve battery life: ● Sounds - Every time you are notified of an event, battery power is consumed. Press Start > Settings > Sounds and turn off any notifications that are unnecessary. ● Auto Turn Off the Backlight - Press Start > Settings > More... > Power Management. Specify a short amount of time to wait before turning off the backlight. Set Backlight time out on battery to 5 to 10 seconds and Display time out to 30 seconds. ● Turn off Bluetooth and Wi-Fi - Always turn off Bluetooth and Wi-Fi when not in use. HP also offers a variety of accessories to keep your HP iPAQ charged when you are out of the office for extended time periods. These include the mini-USB synchronization cable and travel adapter. Use original HP batteries and chargers to charge your HP iPAQ. To check the battery power, press Start > Settings > Power Management. Locking and Unlocking Your HP iPAQ You can lock your HP iPAQ to prevent accidental key presses and unintentional phone calls while you carry your device. NOTE: When your device is locked, you can still receive phone call notifications and see appointment reminders. To lock your HP iPAQ, press and hold the Send key. To unlock your HP iPAQ, press Unlock and *. Your HP iPAQ is unlocked and ready for use. 10 Chapter 5 Learning the Basics

Section	Page
Registering the iPAQ	9
Registering your HP iPAQ	9
Box Contents	10
Box Contents	10
Components	11
Front Panel Components	11
Bottom Panel Components	12
Left and Right Side Components	12
Back Panel Components	13
Setting Up Your HP iPAQ	14
Step 1: Remove the battery cover and insert the SIM card	14
Step 2: Install the battery and replace the battery cover	15
Step 3: Charge the battery	15
Step 4: Turn on your HP iPAQ	16
Protecting Your HP iPAQ with a Password	16
Finding the Serial and Model Number	16
Status Icons	16
Learning the Basics	18
Home Screen	18
Battery Saving Tips	18
Locking and Unlocking Your HP iPAQ	18
Entering Text	19
Changing Input Modes	19
Entering Text in the Multipress Mode	19
Entering Text in the T9 Mode	20
Entering Common Words	20
Entering New Words	20
Entering the Owner Information	20
Viewing the Operating System Information	20
Changing the Regional Settings	20
Adjusting the Volume	21
Setting the Ringtone	21
Adjusting Speaker Volume	21
Changing the Power Management Settings	21
Dimming or Adjusting the Brightness of the Backlight	21
Installing and Removing Programs	22
Opening and Closing Programs	22
Customizing the HP iPAQ	22
Setting Alarms	23
Creating and Assigning a Category	23
Synchronization	23
Changing the Type of ActiveSync Connection	24
Troubleshooting Help for Synchronization Issues	25
Using Your Smartphone	27
Using the Home Key	27
Using the Back key	27
Using the 4-Way Navigation Key	27
Calling Features	27
Making a Call	27
Answering a Call	27
Using Call Waiting	27
Redialing a Number	28
Calling a Contact	28
Making a Call from the Home Screen	28
Making a Call from the Contacts	28
Changing the Default Number for a Contact	28
Making a Call to a Contact	29
Making a Call Using Voice Commander	29
Making Emergency Calls	29
Making Calls Using Speed Dials	29
Using Voice mail	30
Using the Handsfree Function	30
Monitoring Phone Usage	30
Making Data Calls	30
Muting a Call	30
Putting a Call on Hold	30
Making a Conference Call	31
Making a Call From a Hyperlinked Phone Number	31
Dialing International Numbers	31
Checking Your Connection and Signal Strength	31
Changing the SIM Personal Identification Number	31
Managing Calls Using Call History	32
Using Wireless Manager	32
Quick Launch	32
Changing the Ring Tone and Ring Type	33
Changing Network Settings	33
Profiles	33
Using profiles	33
Editing profiles	33
Automatic Frequency Band Selection	34
Copying a Contact From a SIM to a Device	34
ActiveSync – Synchronizing Contacts, Tasks, Calendar and E‑mail with Exchange/Outlook	34
Setting up E‑mail	34
Setting up E‑mail using Exchange Server	35
Voice Notes	35
Connections	36
Connecting to Intranet URLs	36
Changing or Deleting an Intranet URL	36
Setting Up Proxy Settings	36
Setting Up GPRS using HP iPAQ DataConnect	37
Configuring Advanced Proxy Settings	37
Setting Up a VPN Connection	37
Wi-Fi	38
Wi-Fi Terms	38
Automatically Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network	38
Manually Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network	39
Finding an IP Address	39
Deleting a Wireless Network Connection	39
Configuring 802.1x Authentication Settings	40
Configuring IP PBX using HP iPAQ Setup Assistant	40
Bluetooth	40
Bluetooth Terms	41
Changing Bluetooth Settings	41
Bluetooth Device Profiles	41
Creating, Accepting, and Ending a Bluetooth Partnership	42
Making a Device Discoverable	42
Setting Up an Incoming or Outgoing COM Port	43
Ending a Connection	43
GPRS/EDGE	43
Changing GPRS Network Settings	43
Editing Network Parameters	43
Connecting to a Laptop	44
To Connect to a Laptop using a USB Data Connection	44
To Connect to a Laptop using Bluetooth data connection	44
ActiveSync over USB cable, GPRS and Bluetooth	45
Camera	46
Using the Digital Camera	46
Capturing Photos	46
Viewing Photos	46
Changing Camera Settings	46
Changing Brightness Settings	46
Changing Resolution Settings	47
Changing Mode Settings	47
Changing Zoom Settings	47
Changing White Balance Settings	47
Configuring File Settings	48
Using the Camcorder	49
Recording Videos	49
Configuring Video Format	49
Transfer Images	49
Using GPRS	49
Using Bluetooth	50
Messaging	51
Understanding Messages	51
Using Folders	51
Synchronizing E‑mail	52
Composing E‑mail using Voice Commander	52
Setting up Messaging Accounts	53
Text Messaging	53
MMS Messaging	53
Setting up E‑mail using Exchange Server	53
Setting up E‑mail using POP3 or IMAP4 account	53
Receiving E‑mail Attachments	54
Receiving Meeting Requests	54
Creating or Changing a Signature	55
Using Messaging	55
Composing and Sending Messages	55
Replying or Forwarding a Message	56
Adding an Attachment to a Message	56
Downloading Messages	56
Downloading Messages from a Server	56
Windows Live Messenger	56
Signing In and Out of Messenger	57
Sending Instant Messages	57
Changing Your Status	58
Calendar	59
Keeping Track of Appointments	59
Creating an Appointment	59
Updating an Appointment	59
Canceling an Appointment	59
Changing the Display of the Work Week	60
Contacts	61
Adding a Contact	61
Deleting a Contact	61
Changing Contact Information	61
Copying a Contact	61
Adding a Photo	62
Sending an E‑mail Message to a Contact	62
Sending a Text Message to a Contact	62
Adding and Removing a Picture	62
Working with the Contact List	63
Applications	64
Using HP Applications	64
Using HP Voice Reply	64
HP iPAQ Setup Assistant	65
Voice Commands	65
HP iPAQ Shortcuts	66
Using HP iPAQ Shortcuts	66
Editing HP iPAQ Shortcuts	67
Task Manager	67
HP iPAQ DataConnect	67
HP iPAQ Tips	67
HP iPAQ QuickStart Tour	67
Using Windows Media MP3 Player	67
Using Voice Recorder	68
Using MS Office Applications	69
File Management	69
Playing Games	70
Playing Bubble Breaker	70
Playing Solitaire	70
Internet Explorer	71
Storage Cards	72
Using Storage Cards	72
Inserting a Storage Card	72
Removing a Storage Card	72
Viewing Content of a Storage Card	72
Synchronizing	74
Copying (or Transferring) Files	74
Migrating Data from Palm Desktop to Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.0 Standard	74
Wireless Synchronization Cost Saving Tips	75
Tasks	76
Setting the Start and Due Dates for a Task	76
Showing Start and Due Dates in the Task List	76
Marking a Task as Completed	76
Product Specifications	77
System Specifications	77
Physical Specifications	77
Operating Environment	78
Regulatory Notices	79
Federal Communications Commission Notice	79
Modifications	79
Cables	79
Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC Logo (United States Only)	80
Canadian Notice	80
Avis Canadien	80
European Union Notice	80
Products with 2.4-GHz Wireless LAN Devices	82
France	82
Italy	82
Battery Warning	82
Battery Recycling	82
Battery Disposal	82
Equipment Warning	83
Airline Travel Notice	83
Medical Electronic Equipment	83
SAR Notice	83
Wireless Notices	84
U.S. Regulatory Wireless Notice	84
Canadian Regulatory Wireless Notice	84
Brazilian Notice	84
Singaporean Wireless Notice	84
Japanese Notice	85
Wireless LAN 802.11b Devices	85
Wireless LAN 802.11g Devices	85
Bluetooth Devices	85
Taiwan DGT Notice	86
Korean Notice	86
Acoustics Warning	86
Frequently Asked Questions	87
I am having trouble turning on my HP iPAQ. What should I do?	87
I am unable to make or receive calls. How do I fix this?	87
I have trouble connecting to the Internet. What should I do?	87
I am unable to hear voices clearly. How do I resolve this?	87
I cannot use certain call functions. What should I do?	87
Why do I hear disturbing noises during a phone call?	88
Why are the standby and talk time shorter at times?	88
Why does the HP iPAQ operate slowly at times?	88
Why do I see the Home screen layout error message on my HP iPAQ display screen?	88
I have trouble charging my battery. What should I do?	88
I am unable to use the ActiveSync feature. What should I do?	88
Care and Maintenance	89
Guidelines for using your HP iPAQ	89
Guidelines for cleaning your HP iPAQ	89
Guidelines for carrying or storing your HP iPAQ	89
Guidelines for using accessories	89

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Learning the Basics

Get started with your HP iPAQ by learning basic functions such as entering text, knowing the

Home

screen, synchronization, and troubleshooting.

Home Screen

The

Home

screen displays the date and time and provides a quick status of the remaining battery

capacity, upcoming appointments, your current profile, and the number of unread text messages. From

the

Home

screen, scroll and select the cellular carrier and Wi-Fi connection status display module to

open the Wireless Manager. Next, press

All

to turn all wireless connections on/off. At the top of the

Home

screen are the connectivity icons, the volume indicator, and the clock. The top of the

Home

screen

also displays the icons of the last ten programs you used so that you can quickly recall them.

Use the

Home

screen to do the following:

●

Access all applications and settings by pressing

Start

●

Access your shortcuts by selecting

Shortcuts

Battery Saving Tips

You can adjust the settings on your HP iPAQ to fit your individual needs and to help your battery last

as long as possible between charges. Here are some recommendations to conserve battery life:

●

Sounds

— Every time you are notified of an event, battery power is consumed. Press

Start

Settings

Sounds

and turn off any notifications that are unnecessary.

●

Auto Turn Off the Backlight

— Press

Start

Settings

More…

Power Management

. Specify

a short amount of time to wait before turning off the backlight. Set

Backlight time out on

battery

to 5 to 10 seconds and

Display time out

to 30 seconds.

●

Turn off Bluetooth and Wi-Fi

— Always turn off

Bluetooth

and

Wi-Fi

when not in use.

HP also offers a variety of accessories to keep your HP iPAQ charged when you are out of the office

for extended time periods. These include the mini-USB synchronization cable and travel adapter. Use

original HP batteries and chargers to charge your HP iPAQ.

To check the battery power, press

Start

Settings

Power Management

Locking and Unlocking Your HP iPAQ

You can lock your HP iPAQ to prevent accidental key presses and unintentional phone calls while you

carry your device.

NOTE:

When your device is locked, you can still receive phone call notifications and see appointment

reminders.

To lock your HP iPAQ, press and hold the

Send

key.

To unlock your HP iPAQ, press

Unlock

and

. Your HP iPAQ is unlocked and ready for use.

Chapter 5

Learning the Basics