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Handbook for the WorkPad PC Companion - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 2
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software. Palm, Inc. and its subsidiaries assume no responsibility for any damage or loss caused by deletion of data as a result of malfunction, dead battery cradle or adapter, go to the web site http:// www.palm.com. Palm™ Desktop software for IBM WorkPad is supplied on a CD-ROM disc. If you do not - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 4
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About This Book Welcome to the WorkPad PC companion. This handbook is designed to help you get up and running quickly on your PC companion for less common tasks, for maintaining your PC companion, and also as a source of information if you have problems operating it. About This Book Page 1 - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 12
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to your PC companion, and how to use HotSync® technology to synchronize your PC companion and Palm™ Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. Getting to know your WorkPad PC companion What is a WorkPad PC companion? WorkPad PC companions will help you stay organized and on time, and keep up with daily tasks - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 14
is close by and has an IR (infrared) port System requirements To install and operate Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad, your computer system must meet the following requirements: Minimum requirements s IBM-compatible Pentium-class computer s Windows 98/Me/2000 (Windows 95/NT operating systems - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 15
WorkPad PC companion components Locating front panel controls IR port Power button/ Backlight control/ LED indicator Uses infrared technology to transmit data to and receive data from other Palm OS handhelds, and to perform HotSync operations. See "Beaming information" in Chapter 6 and "IR - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 16
Screen Displays the applications and information stored in your PC companion. It is touch-sensitive and responds to the stylus. Graffiti® writing area The area where you write letters and numbers using the Graffiti alphabet. See Chapter 2 to learn how to write Graffiti characters. Scroll buttons - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 17
Using the onscreen contrast control Some PC companions allow you to further adjust your display by changing the amount of contrast on the screen. To adjust the contrast: 1. Tap the Contrast icon in the upper-right corner of the Graffiti writing area. 2. Do one of the following: To change the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 18
Locating back panel components Reset button Side channel for stylus Expansion card slot Side channel for cover Universal connector Side channels The right side channel holds the stylus, which slides in and out and clicks into place. To use the stylus, remove it and hold it as you would a pen or - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 19
the battery in your new PC companion. See "Charging your PC companion" later in this chapter for details. s (If upgrading) You may want to create a copy of your old Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad folder and its contents before installing your new Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. If - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 20
s Install the Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad that comes with your WorkPad PC companion. See "Installing Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad" later in this chapter for details. s Perform a HotSync operation. See "Exchanging and updating data: HotSync operations" in Chapter 5 for details, or - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 21
your PC companion Your PC companion contains a Lithium-ion polymer battery that is recharged each time you place the PC companion in the cradle for a few minutes each day to recharge the battery to full capacity. If the battery gets low, your PC companion displays a warning message. If this - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 22
many of the functions of your PC companion to your computer and serves to back up all your data. Viewing and editing your data using Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad is optional. However, when you use it with your PC companion and the built-in HotSync technology, you can fully synchronize the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 23
Installing Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad The following instructions guide you through installing Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. After installation, refer to the online Help in Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad and the Quick Tour in Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. To - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 24
your PIM. The conduit for Microsoft Outlook is included on the Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad CD-ROM; however you must install it in addition to the Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. For information on the availability of conduit software for the PIM you use, contact the vendor of your - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 25
is the basic action that gets things done on your PC companion. The first time you start your PC companion, setup instructions appear on the screen. These instructions include a calibration screen. Calibration aligns the internal circuitry of your PC companion with its touch-sensitive screen so that - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 26
Elements of the PC companion interface Menu bar Icons Menu bar Icons Contrast control (on some models) Clock abc 123 A set of commands that are specific to the application. Not all applications have a menu bar. Tap the icons to open applications , menus , Calculator , and to find text anywhere in - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 27
Check box Previous/next arrows Pick list Command button Scroll bar Check box When a check mark appears in a check box, the corresponding option is active. If a check box is empty, tapping it inserts a check mark. If a check box is checked, tapping it removes the check mark. Command Tap a - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 28
on your PC companion first. In addition to providing a way for you to open applications, the Applications Launcher displays the current time, battery level, and application category. To open an application on your PC companion: 1. Tap the Applications icon . 2. Tap the icon of the application - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 29
Using menus Menus on your PC companion are easy to use. Once you have mastered them in one application, you can use them the same way in all other applications. The menus of each application are illustrated in the section on that application in Chapter 5. The Edit menu is described in "Editing - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 30
The menus and menu commands that are available depend on the application that is currently open. Also, the menus and menu commands vary depending on which part of the application you're currently using. For example, in Memo Pad, the menus are different for the Memo list screen and the Memo screen. - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 31
the Tips icon . 2. After you review the tip, tap Done. Entering data There are several ways to enter data into your PC companion: s Using the onscreen keyboard s Using Graffiti writing s Using Note Pad s Entering or importing data in Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad and then synchronizing with - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 32
Onscreen keyboard When you create or edit a record in an application such as Address Book, you can open the onscreen keyboards to enter data. Tap here for alphabetic keyboard Tap here for numeric keyboard After a keyboard is open, you can tap to open any of the other keyboards, including the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 33
letters here Write numbers here Division marks The Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad CD-ROM includes Giraffe, a game you can use to practice Graffiti writing. See "Installing and removing applications" in Chapter 3 for installation instructions. The Memo Pad application is ideal for practicing - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 34
information in the appropriate application, or throw them away by deleting them. See "Note Pad" in Chapter 5 for more information and instructions. Using Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad If you have new records you want to add to your PC companion and prefer to use the computer keyboard rather - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 35
import it into Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. You can import data stored in computer applications such as spreadsheets and databases, or from another Palm OS handheld. When you import data, you transfer the records to your PC companion without having to enter them manually. See "Importing - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 36
Tap arrows to select year Tap to select month Tap to set date 3. Tap a month. 4. Tap the current date. To set the time: 1. Tap the Set Time box. Tap to select date 2. Tap the up or down arrows to change the hour. 3. Tap each number of the minute, and then tap the arrows to change them. 4. Tap OK - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 37
2. Tap a time zone. Tip: When you travel, changing the time zone setting to a new time zone automatically resets the date and time on your PC companion, but it does not change the time of appointments set in Date Book. 3. Tap OK. To set the daylight saving switch: s Tap the Daylight Saving pick list - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 38
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Chapter 2 Entering Data in Your PC Companion This chapter explains how to enter data into your PC companion by writing with the stylus in the Graffiti® writing area, by using the onscreen keyboard, by using the computer keyboard, or by importing data from another application. Using Graffiti writing - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 40
recognizes and displays the text character immediately. To accomplish single strokes, some Graffiti strokes are portions of the regular alphabet equivalents. s The Graffiti writing area is divided into two parts: one for writing the letters of the alphabet and one for writing numbers. The small - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 41
That's all there is to it! When you lift the stylus from the screen, your PC companion recognizes your stroke immediately and prints the letter at the insertion point on the screen. As soon as you lift the stylus from the screen, you can begin the stroke for the next character you want to write. - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 42
F S G T H U I V J W K X L Y M Z Space Carriage Return Back Space Period tap twice Writing capital letters You make capital letters with the same stroke shapes as the basic alphabet characters. To make capital letters, you must first "shift" to caps - just as you press the Shift - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 43
Tip: When Caps Shift is active, an "up arrow" symbol appears in the lower-right corner of the PC companion screen. If you accidentally activate Caps Shift, backspace will cancel it. Caps Shift To enter only capital letters (Caps Lock): s Use the Caps Lock stroke: Caps Lock Tip: When Caps Lock is - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 44
Writing punctuation marks Graffiti writing can create any punctuation symbol that you can enter from a standard keyboard. All punctuation marks begin with a single tap on the Graffiti writing area. When you make this tap, you activate Punctuation Shift and a dot appears to show it is active. The - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 45
Writing symbols and extended characters All symbols and extended characters begin with the stroke in the Graffiti writing area of your PC companion: Symbol Shift When the Symbol Shift is active, a slanted shift symbol appears in the lower-right corner of the screen. The next stroke that you make - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 46
Accent strokes a aa a aa Using these accent strokes, you can write the following accented letters Additional non-English characters You can write the following characters without any special punctuation or shifting: c ae Note: You must write these non-English characters in the left side of the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 47
Graffiti ShortCuts Graffiti ShortCuts make entering commonly used words or phrases quick and easy. ShortCuts are similar to the Glossary or Autotext features of some word processors. Graffiti writing comes with several predefined ShortCuts, and you can also create your own. Each ShortCut can - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 48
delete it. See "Note Pad" in Chapter 5 for more information and instructions. To use Note Pad: 1. Press the Note Pad application button your PC prefer to use the computer keyboard, you can use Palm™ Desktop software for IBM WorkPad or any supported PIM to enter information. You can then perform a - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 49
without having to key it in manually. Save the data in one of the file formats listed below, import it into Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad, and then perform a HotSync operation to transfer the data to your PC companion. Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad can import data in the following - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 50
file, skip to step 10. You do not have to specify which fields correspond to the imported data. 7. To import data into the correct Palm Desktop for IBM WorkPad fields, drag fields in the left-hand column so that they are opposite the corresponding imported field on the right. 8. If you do not - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 51
Chapter 3 Managing Your Applications This chapter explains how to switch between applications on your PC companion, how to change application settings so they are personalized to your work methods, and how to categorize applications so you view them in related groups. For information about working - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 52
Categorizing applications The category feature enables you to manage the number of application icons that appear onscreen in the Applications Launcher. You can assign an application to a category and then display a single category or all your applications. To categorize an application: 1. Tap the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 53
Changing the Applications Launcher display By default, the Applications Launcher displays each application as an icon. As an alternative, you can choose to show a list of applications. You can also choose to view the same category of applications each time you open the Applications Launcher. To - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 54
This section explains how to install and remove applications on your PC companion or on an expansion card, and how to remove Palm™ Desktop software for IBM WorkPad from your computer. Installing add-on applications Your PC companion comes with the Date Book, Address Book, To Do List, Note Pad - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 55
3. Click Install. Tip: You can also access the Install Tool dialog by selecting Install Tool from the Palm Desktop for IBM WorkPad program group or by double-clicking any file with a PRC, PDB, PQA, PNC, or SCR file extension. 4. In the User drop-down list, select the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 56
7. Click Open. Note: Review the list of applications you selected in the Install Tool not recognized during the HotSync operation. Expansion cards may hold applications that use files other than the Palm™ application files. In order for your PC companion to recognize such a file, you must launch - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 57
6. Tap Delete. 7. Tap Yes. 8. Tap Done. Removing Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad If you no longer want to use Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad, you can remove it from your computer. To remove Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad: 1. From the Windows Start menu, choose Settings, and then - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 58
3. Click the Change or Remove Programs button. 4. Select Palm Desktop. 5. Click Change/Remove. 6. Click Yes in the Confirm File Deletion box. 7. Click OK. 8. Click Close. Note: You need to install the HotSync Manager from - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 59
Tap here 6. Tap OK. 7. Enter the same password a second time, and tap OK. Changing or deleting a password Once you define a password for your PC companion, you can change or delete it at any time. You must enter the current password before you can change or delete it. To change or delete your - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 60
lost or stolen, this helps protect your data from unauthorized use. You can set your PC companion to lock automatically, or you can lock it manually. Locking your PC companion automatically You can set your PC companion to lock automatically when any one of the following occur: s When you turn off - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 61
4. Tap On power off. 5. Tap OK. To set your PC companion to lock at a preset time: 1. Tap the Applications icon . 2. Tap the Security icon. 3. Tap the Auto Lock Handheld box, and then enter your password. 4. Tap At a preset time, and then use the arrows to set the time. 5. Tap OK. To set your PC - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 62
at the next HotSync operation. See "Resetting your PC companion" in Appendix A for more information. Locking your PC companion manually You can turn off and lock your PC companion manually. To lock and turn off your PC companion: 1. Tap the Applications icon . 2. Tap the Security icon. 3. Tap Lock - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 63
Tap Lock and Turn Off 4. Tap Off & Lock. 5. To start your PC companion, turn it on and then enter the password. Recovering from a forgotten password If you forget your password, your PC companion will display the password hint, if you entered one, to help you remember the password. If you are still - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 64
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Chapter 4 Using Expansion Features Your PC companion provides an expansion card slot that enables you to add additional software applications and memory. You can also use a special kind of expansion card that allows you to back up your data when it is inconvenient to - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 66
3. Use your thumb to push the card into the expansion slot. When you feel the card lock and hear the audible system sound, the card is properly seated within the slot. Removing an expansion card 1. Hold your PC companion securely. 2. Use your thumb to push against the top of the card, as if you - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 67
Switching between your PC companion and an expansion card When you use an expansion card, your PC companion creates and displays a new category that matches the name of the expansion card. You can easily switch between applications installed on your PC companion and on the expansion card. To switch - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 68
3. Tap App, and then tap Copy. 4. Select the card name from the Copy To pick list. 5. Select Handheld from the From pick list. 6. Tap an application to copy. 7. Tap Copy. 8. Tap Done. Note: You can install applications to a card that is seated in the expansion card slot during a HotSync operation - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 69
and its contents, rename a card, and format a card. Reviewing card information 1. Tap the Applications icon . 1. Tap the Card Info icon . 2. Review Card name, Type, and Size. 3. Review card contents summarized by directory. Review card information Review summarized card contents Chapter 4 Page 59 - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 70
Renaming a card 1. Tap the Applications icon . 2. Tap the Card Info icon . 3. Tap the Menu icon. 4. Tap Card, and then tap Rename Card. 5. Enter the new name for the card. 6. Tap Rename. Formatting a card Formatting a card destroys all its data and prepares it to accept new applications and data. 1. - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 71
Help About Card Info Provides help text. Shows version information for Card Info. Chapter 4 Page 61 - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 72
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This chapter is divided into three sections: s "Overview of basic applications" briefly describes each application and explains how to open it. s "Common tasks" gives instructions on how to do tasks that you can do in most or all of the basic applications. It's easy to transfer what you learn in - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 74
s Display a chart of your appointments for an entire week. The Week View makes it easy to spot available times and any potential scheduling overlaps or conflicts. s Display a monthly calendar to quickly spot days where you have morning, lunch, or afternoon appointments. s Display an agenda showing - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 75
. s Create your own digital business card that you can beam to other Palm OS® handhelds. To open Address Book: s Press the Address Book application the Address Book application button to instantly beam your business card to another Palm OS handheld. To Do List To Do List is a convenient place - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 76
that you can organize and view them in logical groups. s Copy and paste notes into popular computer applications like Microsoft Word using Palm™ Desktop software for IBM WorkPad and HotSync® technology. To open Note Pad: s Press the Note Pad application button on the front panel of your PC companion - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 77
text message on your PC companion. s Drag and drop memos into popular computer applications like Microsoft Word when you synchronize using Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad and HotSync technology. s Assign memos to categories so that you can organize and view them in logical groups. s Write down - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 78
To open Calculator: s Tap the Calculator icon next to the Graffiti writing area. Calculator icon Expense Expense lets you keep track of your expenses and then transfer the information to a spreadsheet on your computer. In Expense, you can do the following: s Record dates, types of expenses, amount - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 79
Clock Clock enables you to view the current time and date and to set an alarm. In Clock, you can do the following: s View the current time and date. s Open a preferences screen where you can set the time and date for all the applications on your PC companion. s Set an alarm. To open Clock: 1. Tap - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 80
Editing records After you create a record, you can change, delete, or enter new text at any time. Two screen features tell you when your PC companion is in editing mode: s A blinking cursor s One or more dotted edit lines Blinking cursor Edit line Note: In Note Pad you can write anywhere on the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 81
The following commands may appear in an Edit menu: Undo Reverses the action of the last edit command. For example, if you used Cut to remove text, Undo restores the text you removed. Undo also reverses deletions done by using backspace. Cut Removes the selected text and stores it temporarily in - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 82
: Delete Memo Expense: Delete Item A confirmation dialog box appears. If you want to save a copy of the deleted item to an archive file in Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad, be sure that the check box is checked. If you don't want to save a copy, tap the check box to remove the check. (The - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 83
in Address Book, Note Pad, or Memo Pad; you must delete outdated records manually from these applications. To purge records: 1. Open the application. 2. Tap the companion and Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. Changes you make on your PC companion or Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad appear - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 84
modem. The following steps assume that you have already installed Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. If you have not installed this software, see "Installing Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad" in Chapter 1 for instructions. To perform a local HotSync operation: 1. Place your PC companion on - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 85
the desktop, click Start, and then choose Programs. Navigate to the Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad program group and choose HotSync Manager. Alternatively, you can start the Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad which automatically opens the HotSync Manager. 3. Press the HotSync button ™ on - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 86
in the Address Book, To Do List, Note Pad, Memo Pad, and Expense applications so that they are grouped logically and are easy to review. (You can also categorize applications. See "Using the Applications Launcher" in Chapter 3 for more information.) When you create a record, your PC companion - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 87
5. Select the category for the record. 6. Tap OK. Note: In Address Book, Note Pad, and Memo Pad you can tap the category name in the upper-right corner of the screen and select a new category for the item. To display a category of records: 1. Tap the category pick list in the upper-right corner of - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 88
Tap here 2. Tap Edit Categories. 3. Tap New. 4. Enter the name of the new category, and then tap OK. 5. Tap OK. You can assign any of your records to the new category. To rename a category: 1. Tap the category pick list in the upper-right corner of the screen or list. 2. Tap Edit Categories. 3. - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 89
4. Enter the new name for the category, and then tap OK. 5. Tap OK. Tip: You can group the records in two or more categories into one category by giving the categories the same name. For example, if you change the name of the Personal category to Business, all records formerly in the Personal - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 90
Looking up Address Book records When working with Address Book, the scroll button on the front panel of the PC companion makes it easy to navigate among your address entries. s In the Address list screen, the scroll button moves up or down an entire screen of records. If you hold down the scroll - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 91
before your PC companion finishes the search. To continue the search after you tap Stop, tap Find More. 4. Tap the text that you want to review. Using Phone Lookup Phone Lookup displays the Address list screen and lets you add the information that appears in this list to a record. To use - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 92
5. Tap Add. The name you selected, along with the other information associated with it, is pasted into the record you selected in step 1. Phone Lookup tips Write the Graffiti Command stroke "/L" to activate the Phone Lookup feature. You can also activate it in the following circumstances: s While - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 93
3. Tap Who. Tap here 4. Tap Lookup. The Attendees Lookup screen displays all the names in your Address Book that have data in the Company field. 5. Select the name you want to add, and then tap Add. The name appears in the Attendees screen. 6. Repeat steps 4 and 5 to add more names. 7. Tap Done. - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 94
: 4. Do one of the following: Address Book: Tap the setting you want. Note Pad: Tap the Sort by pick list and select Alphabetic, Date, or Manual. Memo Pad: Tap the Sort by pick list and select Alphabetic or - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 95
a new location in the list. Note: To make the list of your memos appear in Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad as you manually sorted it on your PC companion, open Memo Pad in Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad and click List by. Then select Order on handheld. Making records private In most - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 96
3. Tap the Current Privacy pick list and select Hide Records. Tap Hide Records 4. Tap OK to confirm that you want to hide private records. To mask all private records: 1. Tap the Applications icon . 2. Tap Security. 3. Tap the Current Privacy pick list and select Mask Records. Tap Mask Records 4. - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 97
Tap Show Records 2. Enter your password, and then tap OK. To unmask individual records: 1. Tap a masked record. 2. Do one of the following: If you do not have a password, a masked record becomes visible. If you have a password, the Show Private Records dialog box appears. Go to step 3. 3. Enter - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 98
A small note icon appears at the right side of any item that has a note. Note icon To review or edit a note: s Tap the Note icon . To delete a note: 1. Tap the Note icon . 2. Tap Delete. 3. Tap Yes. Choosing fonts In all basic applications except - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 99
. 4. Tap the font style you want to use. Tap here for bold font Tap here for large font Tap here for small font 5. Tap OK. Reviewing reminders You can set alarms to notify you of appointments, notes, and alarms in Date Book, Note Pad, and Clock. When an alarm occurs, your - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 100
5. Tap Clear All to dismiss all reminders in the list. Note: If you tap Done or Snooze and view the reminder list later, the current time displays in the Reminder bar and the original alarm time displays with each list item. Application-specific tasks Date Book When you open Date Book, the screen - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 101
Tap a time line Time bar shows duration Enter event 2. Enter a description of the event. You can enter up to 255 characters. 3. If the event is one hour long, skip to step 5. If the event is longer or shorter than an hour, tap the time of the event to open the Set Time dialog box. Tap the time of an - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 102
Start Time highlighted Tap to scroll to earlier hours Tap to automatically fill the start and end times Tap to change hours Tap to change minutes Tap to scroll to later hours 5. Tap OK. 6. Tap a blank area of the screen to deselect the event. A vertical line appears next to the time, indicating - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 103
Previous year Next year Tap to select a month Tap to select a day Tap to select current date Tip: In the Go to Date dialog box, you can also use the scroll button on the front panel of the PC companion to move forward or backward one month at a time. 2. After you locate the date, follow the steps - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 104
New untimed event No time selected 5. Tap a blank area on the screen to deselect the untimed event. Note: If you create an event and decide later that there is no particular start or end time, you can easily change it to an untimed event. Tap the time of the event in the Date Book screen, tap No - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 105
To set an alarm for an event: 1. Tap the event to which you want to assign an alarm. 2. Tap Details. 3. Tap the Alarm check box to select it. The default setting, 5 Minutes, appears. 4. Tap the pick list to select Minutes, Hours, or Days. 5. Select the 5 and enter any number from 0 to 99 (inclusive) - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 106
midnight (beginning) of the day of the untimed event. When the alarm triggers, the reminder list displays the alarm message until you clear it. See "Reviewing reminders" in this chapter for details. For example, you set an alarm for an untimed event that occurs on February 4th. If the alarm is - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 107
5. Enter a number that corresponds to how often you want the event to repeat on the Every line. For example, if you select Month and enter the number 2, the event repeats every other month. 6. To specify an end date for the repeating or continuous event, tap the End on pick list and tap Choose Date. - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 108
Considerations for repeating or continuous events: Keep the following points in mind. s If you change the start date of a repeating event, your PC companion calculates the number of days you moved the event. Your PC companion then automatically changes the end date to maintain the duration of the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 109
for a few seconds. Working in Week View Week View shows the calendar of your events for an entire week. This view lets you quickly review your appointments and available time slots. In addition, the graphical display helps you spot overlaps and conflicts in your schedule. To display the Week View - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 110
Event details Tap to show event details Tips for using Week View: Keep the following points in mind. s To reschedule an event, tap and drag the event to a different time or day. s Tap a blank time on any day to move to that day and have the time selected for a new event. s Tap any day or date that - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 111
Event conflicts Working in Month View The Month View screen shows which days have events scheduled. Dots and lines in the Month View indicate events, repeating events, and untimed events. Previous/next month Dashed line indicates continuous event Dashes on right side indicate events Crosses below - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 112
Working in Agenda View The Agenda view shows you your untimed events, appointments, and To Do items in one screen. When you tap on an untimed event or appointment in the Agenda view, the Day view appears so you can see more detailed information about the event. You can tap the check box next to a To - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 113
Record menu Options menu Display Options Allows you to change Date Book's appearance and which events display. s Show Time Bars. Activates the time bars that appear in the Day View. The time bars show the duration of an event and illustrate event conflicts. Chapter 5 Page 103 - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 114
Preferences s Compress Day View. Controls how times appear in the Day View. When Compress Day View is off, all time slots display. When it is on, start and end times display for each event, but blank time slots toward the bottom of the screen disappear to minimize scrolling. s Month View settings. - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 115
to create entries on your computer and then download the entries to your PC companion with your next HotSync operation. Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad also has data import capabilities that enable you to load database files into Address Book on your PC companion. See "Importing data" in - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 116
4. Use the Next Field Graffiti stroke to move to the First Name field. Next Field Tip: You can also move to any field by tapping it directly. 5. Enter the person's first name in the First Name field. 6. Enter the other information that you want to include in this entry. Note: As you enter letters - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 117
To select other types of phone numbers in an entry: 1. Tap the entry that you want to change. 2. Tap Edit. 3. Tap the pick list next to the label you want to change. Tap triangle 4. Select a new label. Changing Address Entry details The Address Entry Details dialog box provides a variety of options - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 118
Show in List Select which type of phone or other information appears in the Address list screen. Your options are Work, Home, Fax, Other, E-mail, Main, Pager, and Mobile. The identifying letters W, H, F, O, M, or P appear next to the record in the Address list, depending on which information is - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 119
Dial Initiates dialing on an infrared-equipped mobile phone by sending the telephone number through the IR port on your PC companion to the phone. Options menus Address list Preferences Address view s Remember last category. Determines how Address Book appears when you return to it from another - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 120
Rename Custom Fields These custom fields appear at the end of the Address Edit screen. Rename them to identify the kind of information you enter in them. The names you give the custom fields appear in all entries. About Shows version information for Address Book. Address Book To Do List A To Do - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 121
Tip: If no To Do List item is currently selected, writing in the Graffiti writing area automatically creates a new item. Setting priority The priority setting for items lets you arrange the tasks in your To Do List according to their importance or urgency. The default setting for the To Do List is - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 122
Completed To Do item Changing To Do List item details The To Do Item Details dialog box enables you to change settings for individual items. To display the To Do Item Details dialog box: 1. Tap the text of the item whose details you want to change. 2. Tap Details. Setting a due date You can - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 123
Today Assigns the current date. Tomorrow Assigns tomorrow's date. One week later Assigns the date exactly one week from the current date. No Date Removes the due date from the item. Choose date Opens the date selector, where you can choose any date that you want for the item. 3. Tap OK. Tip - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 124
Show Completed Items Displays your completed items in the To Do List. If you turn off this setting, your To Do items disappear from the list when you complete (check) them. Items that no longer appear on the list because you turn off this setting have not been deleted. They are still in the memory - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 125
Record menu Options menu About To Do Shows version information for To Do List. List Note Pad A record in Note Pad is called a "note." You can assign each note a title and store up to 999 notes on your PC companion. To create a new note: 1. Press the Note Pad application button on the front panel - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 126
note appears as the note title. This makes it easy to locate and review your notes. To review a note: 1. In the Note Pad list, tap the note title. to scroll to next and previous notes Tap a note to view its contents 2. Review or edit the contents of the note. 3. Tap Done. Setting an alarm for - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 127
Tap here to select minutes 6. Tap the Date box. Tap here to select hour Tap here to select year Tap here to select month Tap here to select date 7. Tap the year, month and date you want the alarm to sound. After you tap the date, the Set Alarm dialog box reappears. 8. Tap OK. 9. When the alarm - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 128
Tap Go To to open Note Pad. Note Pad will open and display the note associated with the alarm. Note Pad menus Note Pad menus are shown here for your reference, and Note Pad features that are not explained elsewhere in this book are described here. See "Using menus" in Chapter 1 for information - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 129
the text you want to appear in the memo. Use the carriage return stroke to move down to new lines in the memo. 5. Tap Done. Reviewing memos The first line of a memo appears in the Memo list. This makes it easy to locate and - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 130
: 1. In the Memo list, tap the text of the memo. Tap a memo to review its contents 2. Review or edit the text in the memo. 3. Tap Done. Memo Pad menus Memo Pad menus are shown here for your reference, and Memo Pad features - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 131
Preferences About Memo Pad Displays the Memo Preferences dialog box, where you define the sort order for memos. Shows version information for Memo Pad. Calculator The Calculator includes several buttons to help you perform calculations. Clears the entire calculation and enables you to begin a - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 132
square root of a number. Enter the number, then tap the square root button. Recent Calculations The Recent Calculations command enables you to review the last series of calculations and is particularly useful for confirming a series of "chain" calculations. To display recent calculations: 1. Tap the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 133
Calculator menus Calculator menus are shown here for your reference, and Calculator features that are not explained elsewhere in this book are described here. See "Using menus" in Chapter 1 for information about choosing menu commands. Options menus About Calculator Shows version information for - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 134
4. Tap the time columns to set the hour and minute. 5. When the alarm reminder message appears, do one of the following: Tap OK to permanently dismiss the reminder and return to the current screen. Tap Snooze to dismiss the reminder and return to the current screen. The reminder message appears - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 135
Options menu Display Options Alarm Preferences About Clock Allows you to choose which information appears on the Clock screen. s Day. Activates the day of the week display. When it is on, the day appears above the time. s Date. Activates the date display. When it is on, the date appears below the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 136
Cursor of new item Tap New Tip: You can also create a new Expense item by writing on the number side of the Graffiti writing area while in the Expense list screen. The first number you write begins the amount of your new Expense item. 4. Enter the amount of the expense. 5. Tap the Expense type pick - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 137
To change the date of an Expense item: 1. Tap the Expense item you want to change. 2. Tap the date of the selected item. Tap date 3. Tap the new date. Entering receipt details Expense provides a variety of options that you can associate with an item. These options appear in the Receipt Details - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 138
Payment Lets you choose the payment method used to pay the Expense item. If the item is prepaid (such as airline tickets supplied by your company), you can choose Prepaid to place your expense in the appropriate companypaid cell of your printed expense report spreadsheet. See "Transferring your - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 139
Tap Edit currencies 2. Tap each Currency pick list and select the country whose currency you want to display on that line. 3. Tap OK to close the Select Currencies dialog box. 4. Tap OK. To change your default currency: 1. Open Expense. 2. Tap the Menu icon . 3. Tap Options, and then tap Preferences - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 140
Tap a Country box 4. Enter the name of the country and the symbol that you want to appear in Expense. 5. Tap OK to close the Currency Properties dialog box. 6. Tap OK. Note: If you want to use your custom currency symbol as the default for all Expense items, select the symbol in the Preferences - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 141
also assume that you have installed Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. See "Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad" in Chapter 1 for more appears in your Desktop application, however, only if you are using fonts that support the euro symbol. These fonts are part of the operating system on your - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 142
instead of the euro symbol. You can work around this problem by sending a bitmap image of the euro to the printer or by not using the printer's built-in fonts (if allowed). Creating or printing an expense report Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad makes it quick and easy to view and print your - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 143
can edit your expense data in Microsoft Excel. The templates have the extension .xlt and are stored in the template folder in the Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad directory on your computer. To see what a template looks like before you use it, open the template in Microsoft Excel. For example - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 144
If you want to streamline or customize your expense reports, you can change these templates. For example, you can add your company name to a template. See Appendix C for information on changing templates. To view your expense data using a Microsoft Excel template: 1. Display your expense data in a - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 145
Enter name and other information Choose expense template 3. Enter name, department, and other information as necessary for your expense report. 4. Click the Templates menu; then select an expense template. Note: If you want to create your own custom expense template and have it appear in the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 146
Preferences About Expense s Use automatic fill. Lets you select an expense type by writing the first letter of an expense type in the Graffiti writing area. For example, if you write the letter "T," it enters the "Taxi" expense type. Writing "T" and then "E" enters "Telephone" which is the first - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 147
: The infrared port located at the top of your PC companion lets you send data from your PC companion - including entire applications - to any other Palm OS® handheld that's close by and also equipped with an IR port. Managing desktop E-Mail away from your desk Mail lets you manage the e-mail - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 148
must also set up Palm™ Desktop software for IBM WorkPad for use with your desktop E-Mail application. Your PC companion supports a number of ://www.palm.com for more information. Note: The following instructions assume that you have already installed Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad on - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 149
To set up Mail: 1. Click Start in the Windows taskbar. 2. Highlight Programs, highlight Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad, and then click Mail Setup to begin setup. 3. Follow the instructions onscreen to set up your PC companion for use with your desktop E-Mail application. To select HotSync - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 150
1. Click the HotSync icon in the Windows system tray. 2. Choose Custom. Tip: You can also choose Custom from the HotSync menu in Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. 3. Select Mail in the list box. 4. Click Change. 5. Modify your settings as needed. 6. Click OK. Synchronizing Mail with your E-Mail - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 151
Previously read To open an e-mail item: s Tap an e-mail item to open it. Recipient Subject Header mode icons Sender Time and date sent E-mail body To close an e-mail item: s Tap Done to close the e-mail item. Displaying full header information By default, Mail displays abbreviated header - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 152
Creating e-mail items You create e-mail items with your PC companion the same way you create e-mail with your desktop E-Mail application: you identify the recipient(s) of the e-mail item, define a subject, and create the body of the e-mail item. You create original e-mail items and replies in the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 153
3. To send a copy of this e-mail item to additional recipients, tap the CC: field, and then enter the e-mail addresses of the additional recipients, separating the addresses with a comma followed by a space. 4. Tap the Subj: field and enter a subject for your e-mail item. 5. Tap the Body: field and - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 154
5. Tap OK. 6. Enter the text of your reply. Tip: You have several options including setting the priority. See "Adding details to e-mail items" later in this chapter. 7. Tap Send to place your reply in the Outbox. Looking up an address To identify the recipient of an e-mail item, you need to enter - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 155
to it, such as a signature or a priority level. These features are dependent on the desktop E-Mail application you use. If your application does not support the attribute you select, your PC companion cannot attach that attribute to the e-mail item. The following details are available: Priority BCC - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 156
here Tap to select priority 3. Tap OK. Tip: Your PC companion can flag e-mail items with a specific priority only if your desktop E-Mail application supports this feature. Sending a blind carbon copy To add a BCC field to your e-mail item: 1. In the New Message screen, tap Details. 2. Tap the BCC - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 157
your name, address, phone and fax numbers, and any other text you want to include. By defining such information as a signature, you save yourself the trouble of having to enter it every time you create an e-mail item. Adding a signature to your message is a two-part process. First, you create your - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 158
To add a signature to your e-mail item: 1. In the New Message screen, tap Details. 2. Tap the Signature check box to select it and add your signature to the e-mail item. Note: The check box stays selected, so all subsequent e-mail items you create will also contain your signature until you - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 159
To retrieve an e-mail item: 1. In the Message list, tap Outbox from the pick list in the upper-right corner. Tap here to display folder list 2. Tap the e-mail item you want to retrieve. Tap here to select item Tap to edit item 3. Tap Edit. Draft e-mail Sometimes you may not want to send an e- - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 160
To save an e-mail item as a draft: 1. Create an e-mail item. 2. Tap the Menu icon . 3. Tap Message, and then tap Save Draft. To edit an e-mail item saved as a draft: 1. In the Message list, tap Draft from the pick list in the upper-right corner. 2. Tap the draft you want to display. Tap here to - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 161
To remove e-mail from the Filed folder: 1. In the Message list, tap Filed from the pick list in the upper-right corner. 2. Tap the e-mail item you want to restore. 3. Tap Edit to display and modify the item. Tip: After you display and modify the e-mail item, you can send it, save it as a draft, or - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 162
companion stores deleted e-mail in the Deleted folder until you perform a HotSync operation, so deleted e-mail can claim storage space. To avoid this problem, purge the contents of your Deleted folder. E-mail that you purge is still deleted from your desktop E-Mail application when you perform the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 163
Date column The Date column is optional in the Message list. By default, the Date column is hidden to increase the available screen space. To show the Date column: 1. In the Message list, tap Show. Tap Show 2. Tap the Show Date check box to select it. 3. Tap OK. Sorting the Message list You can - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 164
HotSync options HotSync options enable you to manage your e-mail more effectively by selecting which e-mail items download when you synchronize your computer and your PC companion. You can define different settings for local and remote synchronization. For example, you may want to download all of - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 165
Filter During synchronization, all e-mail items in your PC companion Outbox are sent to your desktop E-Mail application, and items in your desktop EMail Inbox that meet specific criteria download to your PC companion. When you select the Filter setting, the HotSync Options dialog box opens and - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 166
To access the special filter settings: s Tap the Filter box in the HotSync Options dialog box. Tap here to display Filter options Ignoring or receiving e-mail The first step in establishing a special filter is to determine whether you want to ignore or retrieve e-mail that matches the information - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 167
Retrieve Only Msgs Containing Tells your PC companion to include only the e-mail items that meet the criteria you define and to ignore all other e-mail items during synchronization. This filter has the potential to block more e-mail during synchronization because it downloads only one subset of e- - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 168
To define a filter string: 1. Tap a header field in the HotSync Options dialog box. Tap here to insert cursor 2. Enter your filter string, using commas or spaces to separate the words. Do not add connectors, such as AND or OR, between words in a string. 3. If your string exceeds the length of the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 169
To retrieve high-priority e-mail items: 1. Tap the Filter box in the HotSync Options dialog box. 2. Tap the Retrieve All High Priority check box to select it. Tap check box 3. Tap OK. Note: This setting is applicable only if your desktop E-Mail application has the capacity to flag high-priority e- - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 170
Tip: If you select the maximum setting, messages can be 8,000 characters; longer messages are truncated. If you select a lower value, you'll have more room for e-mail items. 3. Tap OK. Mail menus Mail menus are shown here for your reference, and Mail features that are not explained elsewhere in this - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 171
infrared) port that you can use to beam information to another Palm OS handheld that's close by and also has an IR port. the PC companion, behind the small dark shield. You can beam the following information between Palm OS handhelds: s The record currently displayed in Date Book, Address Book, To Do - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 172
4 inches) and 1 meter (approximately 39 inches) apart, and the path between the two PC companions must be clear of obstacles. Beaming distance to other Palm OS handhelds may be different. 5. Wait for the Beam Status dialog box to indicate that the transfer is complete before you continue working on - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 173
4. Tap Yes. Tips on beaming information s You can set the full-screen pen stroke to beam the current entry. See "Pen preferences" in Chapter 8 for more information. s You can draw the Graffiti Command stroke to activate the Command toolbar, and then tap the beam icon. s You can use the Graffiti - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 174
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you to synchronize data between one or more Palm OS® handhelds and Palm™ Desktop software for IBM WorkPad or another PIM such as Microsoft Outlook. To synchronize data, you must connect your PC companion and Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. You can synchronize your data either directly or - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 176
synchronizes data even when Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad is not running. Available only when Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad is running Starts HotSync Manager and monitors requests automatically when you open Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. Manual Monitors requests only - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 177
speed at which data is transferred between your PC companion and Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. Try the As Fast As Possible rate first, and adjust downward if you experience problems. This setting allows Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad and your PC companion to find and use the fastest - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 178
synchronize all files. The only reason you might want to change these settings is to overwrite data on either your PC companion or Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad, or to avoid synchronizing a particular type of file because you don't use it. In addition to the conduits for Date Book, Address - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 179
Data Association (IrDA). This means that not only can you beam data to another Palm OS handheld that's equipped with an IR port, but you can also beam data to a mobile phone and any other device that supports the IrCOMM implementation of the IrDA standards. Most importantly, you can use the IR - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 180
the device. Consult the documentation included with the device for information on installing the required driver. Check your computer's documentation to learn if the computer supports infrared communication. Configuring HotSync Manager for infrared communication Next, you need to configure HotSync - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 181
Note: See the documentation for your operating system for instructions on finding the simulated port. This information is usually located in the Control Panel. 6. Click OK. Note: If your cradle is connected to a USB port, - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 182
If your cradle is connected to a USB port, you can continue using it while HotSync Manager is configured for infrared communication. Use the following instructions to return to Local USB cradle HotSync operations only when needed, such as when you have disconnected the cradle from the USB port. To - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 183
the following: s A modem connected to your computer. s Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad configured for use with the modem. s A modem connected as fax or telephony software, are running on a COM port. Note: Make sure the computer is disconnected from all online services, such as America Online - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 184
rate first, and adjust downward if you experience problems. This setting allows Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad and your PC companion to find and use the fastest speed. Modem Identifies the modem type or manufacturer. Refer to your modem manual or face plate for its type or settings. If - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 185
Preparing your PC companion There are a few steps you must perform to prepare your PC companion for a modem HotSync operation. To prepare your PC companion for a modem HotSync operation: 1. Tap the Applications icon . 2. Tap the HotSync icon . 3. Tap Modem. 4. Tap the pick list below the icon and - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 186
Note: If you plan to connect to your company's dial-in server (network modem) instead of connecting to a computer modem, see "Conducting a HotSync operation via a network" later in this chapter. 6. Enter the telephone number to access the modem connected to your computer. 7. If needed, enter a - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 187
. 2. Tap the HotSync icon . 3. Tap the Modem icon to dial the Palm Desktop for IBM WorkPad modem and synchronize the applications. 4. Wait for the HotSync operation to complete. If you have any problems conducting a successful HotSync operation, see Appendix B. Conducting a HotSync operation via - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 188
network system and its remote access server support TCP/IP. s You have a remote access account. Everything you need to connect to your company's dial-in server (network modem) is included with Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad and PC companion software. You need to activate the feature, however - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 189
: 1. Tap the Applications icon . 2. Tap the HotSync icon . 3. Tap the Menu icon . 4. Tap Options, then tap Modem Sync Prefs. 5. Tap Network. 6. Tap OK. 7. Tap Select Service. Chapter 7 Tap here Page 179 - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 190
: See "Network preferences and TCP/IP software" in Chapter 8 for information on creating a network connection. 8. Tap Service and select a service. Tap here 9. Tap Done. 10. Tap the Menu icon . 11. Tap Options, then tap Conduit Setup. Follow the instructions in "Selecting the conduits for a modem - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 191
your PC companion from a separate external file such as a company phone list. HotSync Manager stores the data in a separate category on your Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad and your PC companion. You can configure the File Link feature to check for changes to the external file when you perform - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 192
the profile and click OK. 6. Repeat steps 3 and 4 for each profile that you want to create, and then click OK to return to Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. 7. Select the profile from the User list and create the data for the profile (e.g., company phone list, etc.). To use a profile for the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 193
5. Click Yes to transfer all the profile data to the PC companion. The next time you perform a HotSync operation, Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad prompts you to assign a user name to the PC companion. Chapter 7 Page 183 - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 194
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. Network Configure your PC companion for use with a network. Phone Configure your PC companion to communicate with a wireless phone. You must first install the appropriate driver for your phone. To use this feature, you must use Palm™ Mobile Connectivity Software. Chapter 8 Page 185 - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 196
Web Clipping Configure your PC companion to make a wireless internet connection. To use this feature, you must use Palm Mobile Connectivity Software. Viewing preferences To open the Preferences screens: 1. Tap the Applications icon . 2. Tap the Preferences icon . 3. Tap the pick list in the upper- - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 197
Tip: To restore all of the buttons to their factory settings, tap Default. Pen preferences The Buttons Preferences screen enables you to change the assignment of the full-screen pen stroke. By default, the full-screen pen stroke activates Graffiti Help. Drag to top of screen To change the Pen - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 198
PC companion. When locked, you need to enter the password to use your PC companion. Beam Data Beams the current record to another Palm OS® handheld. 3. Tap OK. HotSync buttons preferences The Buttons Preferences screen also enables you to associate different applications with the HotSync button - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 199
Digitizer preferences The Digitizer Preferences screen opens the digitizer calibration screen. This is the same screen that appears when you start your PC companion for the first time. You can recalibrate your screen after a hard reset, or if your digitizer drifts. Formats preferences Use the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 200
and backlight after a period of inactivity. This feature helps conserve battery power in case you forget to turn off your PC companion. If you find that your PC companion shuts itself off before you finish reviewing the information on the screen, you should increase the time setting of - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 201
To change the cradle setting: s Tap the Stay on in Cradle check box to leave your PC companion on when it is in the cradle. System, alarm, and game sounds Your PC companion uses a variety of sounds. The System, Alarm, and Game Sound settings enable you to turn the sounds on or off, and to adjust - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 202
companion. It also results in a slight saving of battery power. To change the Beam Receive setting: s defined; the list varies depending on the kind of software you've added to your PC companion. For example, with your PC companion. See http://www.palm.com. You can also create custom configurations - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 203
attached to or within a mobile phone, which then dials a modem attached to or within your desktop computer, to synchronize with your Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. To edit the IR to Phone connection: 1. Select the IR to Phone connection and tap Edit. 2. Tap Details. Chapter 8 Page 193 - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 204
you need to set up the HotSync Manager of your Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad and the HotSync application of your PC companion to perform a use the TCP/IP software to connect with Internet Service Providers (ISPs) or dial-in (remote access) servers. Because the TCP/ IP software is a feature - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 205
data. Visit the web site http://www.palm.com for information on third-party applications that take advantage of TCP/IP. Selecting a service Use the Service setting to select the service template for your Internet Service Provider or a dial-in server. Service templates are a set of ISP and dial - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 206
Enter your user name here Note: Most dial-in servers do not accept spaces in the user name. Entering a password The Password box identifies the password you use to log into your server or ISP. Your entry in this field determines whether your PC companion prompts you to enter a password each time - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 207
. In addition, you can also define a prefix, disable Call Waiting, and give special instructions for using a calling card. Note: The Phone Setup dialog box works correctly for AT&T and Sprint long-distance services. However, because MCI works differently, MCI customers need to put the calling card - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 208
Enter your ISP phone number here 3. If you need to enter a prefix or disable Call Waiting, skip to those procedures. Otherwise, tap OK. Entering a prefix A prefix is a number that you dial before the telephone number to access an outside line. For example, many offices require that you dial "9" to - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 209
To disable Call Waiting: 1. Tap the Disable call waiting check box to select it. Select this box if you need to disable Call Waiting Enter your disable code here 2. Enter the code to disable Call Waiting on the Disable call waiting line. Note: Each telephone company assigns a code to disable - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 210
For information about thirdparty applications that support TCP/IP, check the web site http://www.palm.com. To establish a connection: s Tap Connect to dial the current service and display the Service Connection Progress messages. Tip: To see expanded Service Connection Progress messages, press the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 211
Line Internet Protocol Compressed Serial Line Internet Protocol Note: If you are not sure, try PPP; if that doesn't work, ask your Internet Service Provider or your System Administrator for the correct connection type. Idle timeout The Idle timeout setting defines how long your PC companion waits - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 212
section of an IP address is made up of a number from 0 to 255; numbers are the only allowable characters in this field. Ask your Internet Service Provider or System Administrator for the correct Primary or Secondary DNS IP numbers. Tip: Many systems do not require that you enter a DNS. If you - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 213
of commands that automates logging in to a network server, for example, your corporate network or your Internet Service Provider (ISP). A login script is associated with a specific service template created in Network Preferences. A login script is something that you are likely to receive from your - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 214
or network connection. The script is generally prepared by the System Administrator and distributed to users who need it. It automates the events that must take place in order to establish a connection between your PC companion and the corporate servers. You can create login scripts in two ways: s - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 215
Tap here 3. Tap the command you want from the Command list. If the command requires additional information, a field appears to the right of it for you to enter the information. The following commands are available: Wait For Wait For Prompt Send Send CR Send User ID Send Password Tells your PC - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 216
terminates s Created using a development environment that supports software, such as Metrowerks CodeWarrior for Palm Platform. For additional information on creating plug-in applications, send e-mail to Palm Developer Support at [email protected]. Deleting a service template There is only one way - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 217
for your reference. See "Using menus" in Chapter 1 for more information about choosing menu commands. Service menu Options menu TCP/IP troubleshooting If you are having a problem establishing a network connection using TCP/IP, check this section and try the suggestions listed. Displaying expanded - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 218
To view the Network Log: 1. Tap Options, and then tap View Log. 2. Tap the up and down arrows of the scroll bar to see the entire Network Log. 3. Tap Done. Adding a DNS number If your ISP or dial-in server requires a DNS number and you did not enter that information in the Network Preferences screen - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 219
If you assign a password with the Security application, the information in the Owner Preferences screen cannot be changed. In this case, an Unlock button appears at the bottom of the screen. To unlock the Owner Preferences screen: 1. Tap Unlock. 2. Enter the password that you defined in the Security - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 220
Tip: You may want to add a space (space character) after the last word in your ShortCut text. This way, a space automatically follows the ShortCut text. 4. Tap OK. Tip: To use a ShortCut, draw the ShortCut stroke followed by the ShortCut characters. When you draw the ShortCut stroke, the ShortCut - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 221
on the following: s Proper care of your PC companion s Prolonging battery life s Resetting your PC companion Caring for your PC companion Your PC companion is designed to be rugged and reliable and to provide years of trouble-free service. Please observe the following general tips when using your PC - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 222
to recharge the unit. This helps prevent accidental data loss. s If the battery drains to the point where your PC companion does not operate, it stores your time, you can lose all of the stored data. s There are no serviceable parts inside your PC companion, so do not attempt to open the unit. - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 223
are erased. Never perform a hard reset unless a soft reset does not solve your problem. Note: You can restore any data previously synchronized with your computer during the next HotSync the reset button. 3. Wait for the Palm™ logo to appear; then release the power button. Appendix A Page 213 - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 224
icon ™ in the Windows system tray (bottomright corner of the taskbar). Tip: You can also click the HotSync command on the Palm™ Desktop software for IBM WorkPad menu bar. 2. From the HotSync Manager menu, choose Custom. 3. Select the appropriate user name from the list. 4. Select an application in - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 225
6. Select Desktop overwrites handheld. Note: Changing the HotSync setting from the default affects only the next HotSync operation. Thereafter, the HotSync Actions revert to their default settings. To use a new setting on an ongoing basis, select the Set As Default box. Thereafter, whatever you - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 226
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Desktop software for IBM WorkPad on your computer s The Palm Desktop for IBM WorkPad online Help s The most recent PC companion HelpNotes on your regional web site If you are still having problems, contact the IBM HelpCenter. For US and international telephone numbers, see "Getting help, service - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 228
Software installation problems Problem Solution The Palm Desktop for IBM WorkPad Installer Menu did not appear when I inserted the CDROM into my computer. 1. Click the Start button. 2. Choose Run from the Start menu. 3. Click Browse. 4. Locate - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 229
Operating problems Problem I don't see anything on my PC companion's screen. Solution Try each of these in turn: s Press an application button to ensure your PC companion is turned on. s Tap the Contrast icon in the upperright corner of the Graffiti® writing area, if your PC companion supports - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 230
I get a warning message telling me my PC companion memory is full. s Purge records from Date Book and To Do List. This deletes To Do List items and past Date Book events from the memory of your PC companion. See "Purging records" in Chapter 5. You may need to perform a HotSync operation to recover - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 231
Tapping and writing problems Problem Solution When I tap the buttons or screen icons, my PC companion activates the wrong feature. Calibrate the screen. See "Digitizer preferences" in Chapter 8. When I tap - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 232
problems listing memos the way I want to see them. s If you cannot manually arrange the order of the memos in the list screen, check the Memo Preferences setting. Make sure that Sort by is set to Manual. s If you choose to view your memos alphabetically on Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 233
I entered the euro symbol, but after a HotSync operation it doesn't appear in my Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. You must have fonts that include the euro symbol on your desktop computer. Check this web site for additional information: http://www.microsoft.com/windows/ - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 234
HotSync problems Problem I cannot do a HotSync operation; what should I check to make sure I am system tray to make sure the HotSync Manager is running. If it is not, open Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. s Make sure you selected Local USB or Local Serial, as appropriate, from the HotSync - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 235
the connection between the HotSync cradle and the USB or serial port on your computer. s Make sure the user name you selected in Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad matches the user name assigned to your PC companion. s Make sure the date on your computer matches the date on your PC companion - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 236
use these sounds to check the modem connection. s Confirm that the Speed setting in the Setup dialog box works for your modem. If you have problems using the As Fast As Possible option or a specific speed, try using a slower speed. s Make sure you are not running another program, such as WinFax - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 237
telephone cable is securely attached to your modem. s Make sure the dialing instruction dials the correct phone number. s If you need to dial an you are using is not noisy, which can interrupt communications. s Check the batteries in your modem and replace them if necessary. s Be sure the HotSync - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 238
nothing happens on Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad and my PC companion times out. s Make a copy of your Palm folder. Uninstall, then reinstall Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. s Turn on away from the computer's infrared port solves the problem. Page 228 Frequently Asked Questions - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 239
I want to synchronize my computer with more than one PC companion. s If the computer running Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad synchronizes with more than one PC companion, each PC companion must have a unique name. Assign a user name to your PC companion the first time you - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 240
Beaming problems Problem Solution I cannot beam data to another Palm OS handheld. s Confirm that your PC companion and the other Palm OS handheld are between ten centimeters (approximately 4") and one meter (approximately 39") apart, and that the path between the two handhelds is clear of - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 241
Recharging problems Problem Solution When I place my PC companion in the cradle, the LED indicator does not go on. s Confirm that your PC companion is well seated in - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 242
Password problems Problem Solution I forgot the password, and my PC companion is not locked , you can follow these steps to restore your private entries: 1. Use the Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad and the cradle or infrared communication to synchronize your data. 2. Tap Forgotten Password - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 243
do contact support, please be ready to provide the following information: s The name and version of the operating system you are using s The actual error message or state you are experiencing s The steps you take to reproduce the problem s The version of Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad you are - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 244
If you are having a problem with a third-party application, please contact the developer or publisher of that software. 4. Tap Version to see version numbers, and tap Size to see the amount of free memory in kilobytes. Getting customer support and service Purchasing an IBM product entitles you to - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 245
Country Name Phone Number Language Hours Days South Africa 011-887-0999 AFRICA English 8:30AM-5:00PM Monday - Friday Afrikaans ASIA PACIFIC Australia China Hong Kong Japan Korea Malaysia New Zealand Philippines Singapore Taiwan Thailand 131-426 800-810-1818 2825-7799 English Mandarin - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 246
Country Name Phone Number Language Hours Days Spain Sweden Switzerland 91-662 49 16 08-751 52 27 0848-80 52 52 United Kingdom 01475-5555 055 Spanish Swedish German French Italian English 9:00AM-6:00PM 9:00AM-6:00PM 9:00AM-6:00PM Monday - Friday Monday - Friday Monday - Friday 9:00AM-6:00PM - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 247
Excel, consult your company's Information Services department or another experienced user. About mapping tables Before creating or modifying an Expense template, it's important to understand the function of the Palm™ Desktop software for IBM WorkPad Expense application. In simple terms, the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 248
existing sample templates Four sample Expense Report templates come with Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad. These templates are stored in the Template folder (which is in the same folder as the Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad application). If the layout of one (or more) of these - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 249
menu, choose Save As. 5. Click the Save as type drop-down list and choose Template (*.xlt). 6. Navigate to the Template folder (in the Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad directory). Note: If you do not need to change the Maptable.xls file, save the template file with its original file name - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 250
Examples of both Fixed and Variable labels appear in the sample expense templates. Sections A Section is an area of the report that has common formatting. It is common for an Expense report to have more than one Section. For example, the following sample Expense Report named Sample3.xlt contains - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 251
only one kind of Fixed or Variable Label for columns. s Place a copy of your custom Expense Report in the Template folder (in the Palm Desktop software for IBM WorkPad directory). Change the file name so it has the file extension .xlt (which defines it as a Microsoft Excel template). Make a note of - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 252
If you did not modify an existing template, move to any table in the Maptable.xls file. 3. Select all the rows associated with the template name. To select the rows, click and drag on the row numbers (left side), so they appear highlighted. All rows related to template are selected 4. From the Edit - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 253
Table with four sections You may add or delete rows as necessary so that the total number of rows corresponds to the number of Sections in your custom Expense Report. To clear all of the existing settings in a row, click to select the row and press CTRL+DELETE. Name each row to correspond to a - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 254
# of Columns Represents the total number of columns in the Section, excluding any header or total columns. In other words, this includes only the number of columns in the Section where your PC companion data will be placed. Start Row The number of the first row of the Section that will be filled - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 255
will be placed. Expense amounts can be entered in several different columns or rows if required by your template. Expense type labels must all appear in the same column. 13. Enter the row or column numbers for the expense types that appear in the Section. These settings appear in the aqua columns ( - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 256
Using applications other than Microsoft Excel You can use applications other than Microsoft Excel (such as Lotus 1-2-3 or Quattro Pro) to open and manipulate the Expense data on your computer. The data file is named "Expense.txt," and is stored in the Expense folder, within the folder containing the - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 257
Appendix D Non-ASCII Characters for Login Scripts The following information enables you to create custom login scripts that require non-ASCII characters. It is provided for advanced users who understand the use and requirements of such characters in a custom login script. Use of ^char You may use - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 258
Examples: s \^ s \< s \\ Includes a caret as part of the string Includes a < as part of the string Includes a backslash as part of the string Page 248 Non-ASCII Characters for Login Scripts - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 259
U. S., Canada, and Puerto Rico Statement of Limited Warranty Additional translations of the product warranties are included on the Palm™ Desktop software for IBM WorkPad CD-ROM. Refer to the Documentation folder on the CD-ROM for these warranties. Warranty and Other Product Information Page 249 - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 260
any questions, contact IBM or your reseller. MACHINE - WorkPad PC companion (8602) WARRANTY PERIOD* - One (1) Year *Contact your place of purchase for warranty service information. Some IBM Machines are eligible for On-site warranty service depending on the country where service is performed. The - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 261
support provided for a Machine under warranty, such as assistance via telephone with "how-to" questions and those regarding Machine set-up and installation, will be provided WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. Warranty Service To obtain warranty service for the Machine, contact your reseller or IBM - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 262
obtain authorisation from the owner to have IBM or your reseller service a Machine that you do not own; and 3. where applicable, before service is provided a. follow the problem determination, problem analysis, and service request procedures that IBM or your reseller provides, b. secure all programs - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 263
SELLER IS INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. Warranty and Other Product Information Page 253 - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 264
Machine that is the subject of the claim. NEW ZEALAND: The IBM Warranty for Machines: The following paragraph is added to this Section: The The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 will not apply in respect of any goods which IBM provides, if you require the goods for the purposes of a business as defined - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 265
, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland or United Kingdom, you may obtain warranty service for that Machine in any of those countries from either (1) an IBM reseller approved to perform warranty service or (2) from IBM. If you purchased an IBM Personal Computer Machine in Albania, Armenia, Belarus, Bosnia and - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 266
of Goods Act 1893 or the Sale of Goods and Supply of Services Act 1980 are hereby excluded. Limitation of Liability: The following replaces items or personal injury or physical damage to your real property solely caused by IBM's negligence; and 2. the amount of any other actual direct damages, up - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 267
12 of the Sale of Goods Act 1979 or Section 2 of the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982. Applicability of suppliers and resellers (unchanged). The following is added to the end of this Section: IBM's entire liability and your sole remedy, whether in contract or in tort, in respect of any - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 268
or your reseller. MACHINE - WorkPad PC companion (8602) WARRANTY PERIOD* - One (1) Year *Contact your place of purchase for warranty service information. Some IBM Machines are eligible for On-site warranty service depending on the country The IBM Warranty for Machines IBM warrants that each Machine - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 269
support provided for a Machine under warranty, such as assistance via telephone with "how-to" questions and those regarding Machine set-up and installation, will be provided WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND. Warranty Service To obtain warranty service for the Machine, contact your reseller or IBM - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 270
obtain authorization from the owner to have IBM or your reseller service a Machine that you do not own; and 3. where applicable, before service is provided a. follow the problem determination, problem analysis, and service request procedures that IBM or your reseller provides, b. secure all programs - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 271
SELLER IS INFORMED OF THEIR POSSIBILITY. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. Warranty and Other Product Information Page 261 - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 272
Machine that is the subject of the claim. NEW ZEALAND: The IBM Warranty for Machines: The following paragraph is added to this Section: The The Consumer Guarantees Act 1993 will not apply in respect of any goods which IBM provides, if you require the goods for the purposes of a business as defined - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 273
, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland or United Kingdom, you may obtain warranty service for that Machine in any of those countries from either (1) an IBM reseller approved to perform warranty service or (2) from IBM. If you purchased an IBM Personal Computer Machine in Albania, Armenia, Belarus, Bosnia and - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 274
of Goods Act 1893 or the Sale of Goods and Supply of Services Act 1980 are hereby excluded. Limitation of Liability: The following replaces items or personal injury or physical damage to your real property solely caused by IBM's negligence; and 2. the amount of any other actual direct damages, up - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 275
12 of the Sale of Goods Act 1979 or Section 2 of the Supply of Goods and Services Act 1982. Applicability of suppliers and resellers (unchanged). The following is added to the end of this Section: IBM's entire liability and your sole remedy, whether in contract or in tort, in respect of any - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 276
on February 6, 2040. Provided the product is still being sold, IBM will make software enhancements to remove this limitation to the IBM WorkPad platform well in advance of this date. This IBM PC product cannot prevent errors that might occur if software you use or exchange data with is not ready for - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 277
updated information. Trademarks The following terms are trademarks or service marks of the IBM Corporation in the United States and other countries: IBM WorkPad HelpCenter Other company, product, and service names may be trademarks or service marks of others. Warranty and Other Product Information - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 278
IBM WorkPad PC companion This equipment has been tested by Palm, in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful an authorized dealer or an experienced service technician for help. Properly shielded manual must be approved in writing by Palm Computing's Regulatory Engineering Department. Palm - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 279
may be required to take adequate measures. CE Compliance Statement This product was tested by Palm Computing, Inc. and found to comply with all the requirements of the EMC Directive . Install and use the equipment according to the instruction manual. Warranty and Other Product Information Page 269 - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 280
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saving deleted records 76 saving purged records 77 Automatic fill, in Expense 140 Auto-off delay 194 Autotext. See Graffiti ShortCuts B Backlight 5, 191 Battery conserving power 194 gauge 18 life and use 216 recharging 11 recycling 216 BCC (blind carbon copy) 150 Beaming information 165-167 location - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 282
to PIMs 14 for modem HotSync operations 180 for synchronizing applications 228, 172-173, 219 Confirming e-mail 152 Conflicting events 104 Connecting service templates 204 to server or ISP 204 Connection preferences 198 selecting for network 201 Continuous events deleting from Date Book 76 scheduling - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 283
155 Graffiti characters 31 passwords 49 records 75 service templates 210 text 75 See also Purging records Delivering e-mail 149, 152 Desktop E-Mail application applications supported 142 managing 141-164 support of Mail features 149 Desktop software 12-13 configuring mail 142-144 displaying euro - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 284
152 E-mail addresses in Address Book 110, 112 looking up 148-149 E-mail items. See Mail Entering data 21-25 importing from other applications 39 problems with 225 using Graffiti writing 29-37 using Note Pad 38 using the computer keyboard 38 using the onscreen keyboard 37 Entries. See Address Book - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 285
letters 32 Command stroke 20 defined 23 how to write characters 30 menu commands 20 moving the cursor 36 numbers 33 online Help 75, 191 problems using 225 punctuation marks 34 ShortCuts for entering data 37, 213-214 symbols 35 tips 31 writing 29-37 writing area 6, 30 H Hard reset 217 - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 286
44 conduit to install applications 172 Desktop software 13 Mail. See Mail, desktop configuration font style 93 Graffiti 29, 31 onscreen keyboard 37 List, in Applications Launcher 43 Lithium-ion polymer battery 11 Locking the PC companion with a password 50-53, 192, 212 Login scripts 207-210, 251 - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 287
applications 71 fonts 92 menus 124, 127 opening 71 overview 71 private records 91 reviewing memos 123 sorting records 88, 226 Memory amount of free 238 for beaming 198-212 primary DNS 206 secondary DNS 206 selecting connection 201 selecting service 199 TCP/IP 198 user name 199 Note Pad alarm 120 copying - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 288
Do List 70 Organizer (Lotus PIM) 39 Outbox 152, 156 Outlook, connecting to 14, 228 Overlapping events 104 Owner preferences 212 P Palm Desktop software. See Desktop software Passwords 48-53 changing 49 creating 48 deleting 49 for network 200 forgotten 53, 236 Pasting notes into other applications 70 - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 289
the battery 11 mail 155 Reminder lists 93 Removing applications 47 Desktop software 47 Renaming categories 82 Repeating events deleting from Date See Beaming information e-mail 146-148, 152 Serial port 171, 177 Service selecting for network 199 templates 204, 210 Settings. See Preferences ShortCuts - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 290
HotSync System conduit 172 requirements for Desktop software 4 sounds 195 T Tab delimited files, (To Do List archive file) 39 Technical Support 221, 237 Templates for expense reports 137 Troubleshooting 231 Truncating e-mail 163 Turning off PC companion automatically 194 pen stroke for 192 problems - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 291
Universal connector 9, 55, 196 Unresponsive PC companion 224 Unsent e-mail, editing 152 Untimed events 94, 97, 98, 100 Updating data. See HotSync User name for ISP 199 identifying PC companion 212 User profiles 185 V VCal 39 VCard 39 Vendor for Expense item 132 Vibrate alarm 195 W Web Clipping - IBM c505 | Handbook - Page 292
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