Page 1 User’s Manual...
Page 2 Revision: R01 (September, 2006) Trademarks Microsoft, Windows, the Windows logo, Windows Media, Outlook and ActiveSync are registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft products are licensed to OEMs by Microsoft Licensing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Turning On for the First Time ..........1-9 Turning Off ................1-9 Entering the Suspend Mode..........1-10 1.5 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync...........1-11 1.6 Using Your A701 in a Vehicle ..........1-13 Using the Car Holder............1-13 Connecting the Car Charger ..........1-14 1.7 Expanding Your A701 ............1-15 Using a SD/MMC Card............1-15...
Page 4 Entering Text Using the Input Panel ........2-8 Writing on the Screen............2-10 Drawing on the Screen............2-13 Recording a Message ............2-15 Using My Text ..............2-17 2.9 Securing Your A701 ............2-18 Locking the Keypad............2-18 Locking the Device.............2-19 Locking the Phone .............2-20 Using the Phone .................3-1 3.1 About Your Phone..............3-1...
Page 5 Managing Your A701..............4-1 4.1 Managing Power ..............4-1 Low Battery Signals and Actions..........4-1 Power Management .............4-2 Power-Saving Tips ...............4-3 4.2 Customizing Your A701 ............4-5 4.3 Finding and Organizing Information ........4-8 4.4 Adding or Removing Programs ..........4-9 Adding Programs ..............4-9 Removing Programs ............4-11 Microsoft Pocket Outlook............5-1...
Page 6 5.4 Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas .......5-10 Creating a Note ..............5-11 5.5 Messaging: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages ..5-12 Downloading Messages .............5-12 E-mail Direct Push .............5-15 Setting up an E-mail Account..........5-15 Composing and Sending an E-mail and SMS Message ..5-16 Composing and Sending a MMS Message......5-17 Receiving and Viewing a MMS Message......5-20 Replying to or Forwarding a Message .......5-21...
Page 7 8.4 Memory Problems ..............8-3 8.5 Screen Problems..............8-5 8.6 Connection Problems............8-6 Synchronization Problems ...........8-6 Cable Connection Problems ..........8-6 Modem Connection Problems..........8-6 8.7 Taking Care of Your A701............8-8 General Guidelines ..............8-8 Phone Guidelines..............8-9 Travel Guidelines ...............8-10 Regulatory Information............. A-1 A.1 Regulations Statements ............A-1...
Page 8 A.2 Safety Precautions .............. A-2 About the AC Adapter ............A-2 About the Battery ..............A-2 About the Radio Frequency Exposure ........ A-3 About the Electrostatic Discharge ........A-3 Index....................I-1...
Page 9: Preface
Microsoft Exchange Server with A701. Your A701 is more than a Pocket PC and mobile phone. It allows you to take pictures, record video clips, browse the Internet, receive and send messages (such as e-mails, instant messages, and text and multimedia messages), listen to music, and lots more.
Page 10: Where To Find Information
Using the programs on the Bonus CD Application Manual on the Bonus CD Microsoft ActiveSync Section 6.1 of this manual ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer Last-minute updates and detailed Product web site: www.mio-tech.com technical information Microsoft web site: www.microsoft.com viii...
Page 11: Getting Started
Getting Started This chapter introduces you to the external components of your A701, and guides you through the process of setting up your A701 for use. Identifying Hardware Components The illustrations below introduce you to the various buttons, connectors, ports and features of your A701.
Page 12 Flashing in blue indicates that the Bluetooth function is turned on. Earpiece Serves as the phone earpiece during a call. Displays the output of your A701. Tap the screen with Touch Screen the stylus to select menu commands or enter information.
Page 13: Back Components
Sends out music, sounds and voice. Back Cover Inside is the rechargeable battery that serves as the internal power source for your A701. You can recharge the battery by connecting to AC power. Viewing Mirror Allows you to adjust the distance and angle when taking a picture of yourself.
Page 14: Left-Side Components
Left-Side Components Component Description Volume Control Adjusts the volume by pressing the upper or lower button. Pressing the Volume control can immediately silence the ring of an incoming call. Pressing and holding the Volume down button for 6 seconds enables you to send emergency text messages to your pre-defined recipients.
Page 15: Right-Side Components
Right-Side Components Component Description Reset Button Restarts your A701. SD/MMC Slot Accepts an optional SD (Secure Digital) or MMC (MultiMediaCard) storage card for removable storage, or SD IO wireless network card for the network connection. Headphone Connects to a pair of stereo headphones.
Page 16: Top Components
Top Components Component Description GPS Antenna Receives signals from the GPS satellites overhead. Hand String Hand string attaches to this hole. Hole Bottom Components Component Description Mini-USB Connects to the AC adapter or USB cable. Connector Tap on the touch screen to make selections and enter Stylus information.
Page 17: Installing The Sim Card And Battery
You must install a SIM card before you can use the phone feature. 1. Slide the back cover and remove it from A701. 2. Insert the SIM card with the contact area facing downward (the angled corner is in the top-left position).
Page 18: Charging The Battery
Whenever possible, keep your A701 connected to the AC adapter and a power source. Doing so keeps the battery charged. NOTE: Your A701 can also be charged when it is connected to a desktop computer via the USB cable. CAUTION: For optimal performance of the lithium battery, take note of the following: The environment temperature for charging should be 0~40°C.
Page 19: Turning A701 On And Off
The on and off of A701 is controlled by the End button. Turning On for the First Time 1. Make sure that A701 is connected to AC power or the battery has power. 2. Press the End button for 1 second to turn on A701.
Page 20: Entering The Suspend Mode
Settings System Power NOTE: A701 will not automatically suspend when it is connected to AC power for charging or to the desktop computer for synchronization. To make A701 enter the suspend mode, on the Today screen on the Today screen.
Page 21: Installing Microsoft Activesync
7. Connect A701 to the desktop computer. Connect the mini-USB end of the USB cable to the bottom of your A701, and the other end to a USB port on your desktop computer.
Page 22 Finish After your first synchronization, the data you have stored on your desktop computer such as Calendar, Contacts and Tasks is copied to your A701. You are now ready to take it along with you when you go. NOTE: If you have set a device password, you will need to enter this password on the desktop computer for the ActiveSync connection.
Page 23: Using Your A701 In A Vehicle
After the suction cup is secured to the windshield, never try to pull or wriggle the arm. Always adjust A701 and the arm of the car holder for the best viewing angle BEFORE driving. Avoid adjusting A701 with one hand while driving.
Page 24: Connecting The Car Charger
CAUTION: To protect your device against sudden surges in current, connect the car charger only after the car engine has been started. The car charger supplies power to your A701. Connect one end of the car charger to the power connector of your A701 and the other end to the cigarette lighter in the car.
Page 25: Expanding Your A701
SD/MMC card from the slot. Doing so ensures uninterrupted access and prevents data damage. Before using a SD IO card, first install its supplied driver on A701 and then restart A701. Doing so ensures that A701 can recognize the card correctly.
Page 26: Basic Skills
Basic Skills This chapter familiarizes you with the basic operations of your A701 such as using the stylus, navigation pad, Today screen, menus, and programs. You will also know how to enter information and lock your A701. Using the Stylus Use the stylus to navigate and select objects on the screen.
Page 27: Using The Navigation Pad
To activate the selected item, press the center button. Down Today Screen When you turn on your A701 for the first time each day, you will see the Today screen. The Today screen is accessible from anywhere by tapping and then...
Page 28: Quick Launch Bar
Pictures & Videos (See section 6.8.) Notes (See section 5.4.) Call History (See section 3.5.) Internet Explorer (The program will access the Mio-tech Online web site by default. See section 7.1 for information on connections.) On the Quick Launch Bar, Mio Menu is not an adjustable item.
Page 29: Mio Menu
Right soft key Left soft key The central area on the Mio Menu displays the program icons. The selected program icon is highlighted by a white cloud underneath, and its program name is displayed at the top of the screen. When tapping an icon, you can start a program, or open a folder to access its content.
Page 30: Landscape View
Landscape View You can use your A701 in a landscape manner. To change the screen view, do one of the following: On the Today screen or the Mio Menu, tap the icon on the lower-right corner once (landscape, right-handed, as shown below) or twice (landscape, left-handed).
Page 31: Running Programs
Programs icon. You can press a program button on the front of your A701. The icons on the buttons identify the default programs they are associated with. From the Quick Launch Bar on the Today screen or the Mio Menu, tap the program icon.
Page 32: Shortcut Menus
Notifications Your A701 reminds you in a variety of ways when you have something to do. For example, if you have set up an appointment in Calendar, a task with a due date in Tasks or an alarm in Clock, you will be notified in any of the following ways: A message appears on the screen.
Page 33: Entering Information
When you use the Input panel, your A701 anticipates the word you are typing or writing and displays it above the Input panel. When you tap the displayed word, it is inserted into your text at the insertion point. The more you use your A701, the more words it learns to anticipate.
Page 34: Block Recognizer
Tap here if this is the right word. NOTE: To change word suggestion options, such as the number of words suggested at one time, tap Settings Personal Input Word Completion. Block Recognizer With Block Recognizer, you can use the stylus to input characters using strokes that are similar to the Palm™...
Page 35: Writing On The Screen
Letter Recognizer With Letter Recognizer, you can write letters using the stylus just as you would use a pen on paper. To type with Letter Recognizer: 1. Tap the arrow next to the Input panel button and then tap Letter Recognizer 2.
Page 36 Writing To write on the screen, tap to switch to the drawing mode. This Menu Draw action displays lines on the screen to help you write. NOTE: Not all programs support the drawing mode. Editing Your Writing If you want to edit or format writing, you must first select the writing and then edit it.
Page 37 Converting Your Writing to Text 1. If you want to convert only certain words, select them before going to the next step. 2. To convert writing to text, tap or tap and hold the Menu Tools Recognize selected words and then tap on the shortcut menu.
Page 38: Drawing On The Screen
Tap to return to your original writing. Or, tap the word you want to use. Some tips for getting good recognition are listed below: Write neatly. Write on the lines and draw descenders below the line. Write the cross of the “t”...
Page 39: Creating A Drawing
Creating a Drawing 1. Tap to enable drawing mode. A check (√) appears before the Menu Draw command. 2. To create a drawing, cross three ruled lines on your first stroke. A drawing box appears. 3. Subsequent strokes in or touching the drawing box become part of the drawing.
Page 40: Recording A Message
In the Messaging program, you can add a recording to an e-mail message. To create a recording: 1. Hold A701’s microphone near your mouth or other source of sound. 2. Tap the Record button on the Recording toolbar to start recording. If the speaker is not muted, a beep indicates that your A701 is recording.
Page 41 Recording Formats Your A701 supports several formats for voice notes. The formats vary in both the quality of the recording and the size of the sound file. When selecting a recording format, you should consider the quality you need as well as how much storage memory the recording will use on your A701.
Page 42: Using My Text
Using My Text When using Messaging or MSN Messenger, use My Text to quickly insert preset or frequently used messages into the text entry area. To insert a message, and then tap a message. Menu My Text Tap to select a prewritten message.
Page 43: Securing Your A701
Securing Your A701 You can customize the level of security you want to have on A701 by locking the keypad, the entire device, or the phone. Locking the Keypad The keypad lock turns off the keypad functionality. This is a helpful feature if, for example, A701 is turned on and in your pocket, and you want to prevent accidental keypresses and unintentional phone calls.
Page 44: Locking The Device
Locking the Device Locking your A701 prevents access to personal data. You can help keep your data more secure by requiring a password every time A701 is turned on. 1. Tap Settings Personal Lock 2. Tap to select , and...
Page 45: Locking The Phone
Locking the Phone You can protect your phone from unauthorized use by assigning a type of password called a PIN (personal identification number). Your first PIN will be given to you by your mobile phone service provider. 1. Tap Phone Menu Options 2.
Page 46: Using The Phone
Your A701 includes an integrated GSM (Global System for Mobile Communications) / GPRS (general packet radio service) phone. The integrated phone in A701 can also be used to connect your A701 to an ISP or work network so you can browse the Web and read e-mail. You can connect to the Internet or work network over GPRS, using Cellular Line, or using the modem specified by your mobile phone service provider.
Page 47: Phone Features
Phone Features Your A701 includes an application program called Microsoft Phone. This program provides an on-screen phone keypad where you can perform all the phone operations. The phone features of your A701 are identified as below. Earpiece Volume Control Headphone...
Page 48: Turning Off The Phone
Turning Off the Phone Via the Quick List 1. Press and hold the End button for 1 second until the Quick List appears. 2. Tap Turn on flight mode The Wireless Manager section on the Today screen displays , indicating that the Phone off flight mode is turned on.
Page 49: Turning On The Phone
Turning On the Phone Via the Quick List 1. Press and hold the End button for 1 second until the Quick List appears. 2. Tap Turn off flight mode The Wireless Manager section on the Today screen displays your service provider’s name, indicating that the flight mode is turned off.
Page 50: Starting Microsoft Phone
The Phone keypad appears on the screen. From this keypad, you can make calls, access Call History, Speed Dial and Phone Settings. You can use other programs on you A701 during a call. To quickly switch back to the Phone keypad, tap on the navigation bar or press the Talk button.
Page 51: Basic Phone Operations
A701 to make the call. 5. You can also tap the first 2 or 3 letters of the contact’s name on the Phone keypad. A701 searches through the contact list and displays the name(s) on the screen.
Page 52 Talk button. When using programs other than Phone: press the Talk button twice. Making a Call from Contacts Microsoft Contacts displays your contact information stored both in A701’s memory and your SIM card. 1. Tap , or tap the soft key on the Today screen.
Page 53 1. Access the Phone keypad by tapping or pressing the Talk button on your Phone A701. 2. Tap on the Phone keypad. Call History 3. Do one of the following to call someone from the Call History list:...
Page 54 Making a Call Using SIM Manager SIM Manager displays names and phone numbers stored on your SIM card. 1. Tap Programs SIM Manager 2. Wait for your SIM card contents to be loaded. Do one of the following to make a call: Tap the contact to call, and then tap the soft key Menu...
Page 55: Answering A Call
To answer an incoming call, tap on the Answer pop-up window or press the Talk button. You can use other programs on A701 during a call. To quickly switch back to Phone, press the Talk button or tap Phone NOTE: There may be situations where you want to immediately silence the ring of an incoming call.
Page 56: Rejecting A Call
NOTE: You may need to register for the “call waiting” service with your service provider and set your A701 accordingly. The exact number of people you can talk at the same time depends on your service provider.
Page 57 Holding a Call to Take a Second Call 1. If there is another incoming call when you are talking on A701, a pop-up window appears to notify you. 2. Tap the soft key to place the first call Answer on hold, and answer the second call.
Page 58 Holding a Call to Make a Second Call 1. During a call, tap on the Phone keypad to place the first call on hold. 2. Tap the soft key. Keypad 3. Dial a second number and tap press the Talk button to connect. Wait for it to be picked up.
Page 59 Setting up a Conference Call 1. When you have put a call on hold and made or taken another call as described earlier, you can set up conference calling by tapping the soft key Menu Conference 2. To add additional people to your conference, soft key.
Page 60: Adjusting The Phone Volume
Volume control on the side of A701. CAUTION: Never raise the sound volume level too high when using earphones. An excessive sound volume level could cause damage to your hearing.
Page 61: Using Speakerphone
Using Speakerphone You can turn on the speakerphone to use A701 as a hands-free solution. On the Phone keypad, tap to turn on the speakerphone function. The will appear on the navigation bar. To turn off the speakerphone function, tap...
Page 62 Item Description Puts the active call on hold. Hold Activates the call on hold. Unhold Mute Mutes the microphone for the active call; the other party will not hear anything you say, but you can still hear the other party. Unmute Turns the microphone back on for the active call.
Page 63: Taking A Note During A Call
To access a note you created during a call: 1. Access the Phone keypad by tapping or pressing the Talk button on your Phone A701. 2. Tap on the Phone keypad. Call History 3. The icon indicates that the phone call entry contains a note.
Page 64: Using Call History
) displays only calls made to A701. By Caller displays a list of all contacts on your A701 who have a phone number assigned to them. NOTE: To quickly see the time, date, and duration of a call, tap the white area of the call’s entry.
Page 65: Managing Call History
Managing Call History You can tap the soft key Menu Call Timers manage Call History. All Calls displays the statistics, including total number of calls and total time. The All Calls counter cannot be reset. Recent Calls displays the total number of calls and total time since last time the call history was reset.
Page 66: Using Speed Dial
Speed dials can only be created for numbers stored in Contacts. Your A701 has incorporated the photo ID feature into the speed dial function. You can easily locate the speed dial entry of the desired contact by the assigned picture.
Page 67: Editing A Speed Dial Entry
Deleting a Speed Dial Entry 1. Access the Phone keypad by tapping or pressing the Talk Phone button on your A701. 2. Tap the button on the Phone keypad. 3. Tap and hold the entry you wish to delete, and tap on the shortcut Delete menu.
Page 68: Managing Phone Numbers
Managing Phone Numbers Phone numbers can be stored in various places on your A701. Therefore, you can add, access and transfer phone numbers in a number of ways. Microsoft Contacts: Transferring Contacts 1. Tap , or tap the soft key on the Today screen.
Page 69: Sim Card: Transferring And Adding Entries
SIM Card: Transferring and Adding Entries Transferring an Entry to Microsoft Contacts 1. Tap . Wait for Programs SIM Manager your SIM card contents to be loaded. 2. Tap the desired entry. 3. Tap the soft key Menu Copy to Contacts NOTE: You can tap the Menu soft key Copy all to transfer all entries from your SIM card to Microsoft Contacts.
Page 70: Customizing Your Phone
To use custom .mp3, .wav, .mmf or .mid files as ring tones, use ActiveSync on your desktop computer to copy the files to the \Windows\Rings folder on your A701. Then, select the sound from the Ring Tone list. (For information on copying files to your A701, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer.) Emergency calls can be placed at any time without requiring a PIN.
Page 71: Changing Services Settings
Changing Services Settings You can access and configure settings for the phone services you subscribed to through your mobile phone service provider. For example, you may want to block certain types of incoming and/or outgoing calls, forward incoming calls to a different phone number based on your situation, be notified of incoming calls when you are already in a call, or let others know your identity...
Page 72 Cell Broadcast Cell Broadcast is an add-on service provided by your service provider, allowing you to receive a variety of information such as weather forecast, stock, and traffic. For available topic numbers, consult your service provider. 1. Tap Settings System Cell Broadcast 2.
Page 73: Changing Network Settings
Current network displays the currently registered network. Preferred networks You can set your preferred networks in the order you want A701 to access them. For example, if your first preferred network is unavailable, A701 will try to access your second preferred network. Tap and follow the on-screen instructions.
Page 74: Additional Phone Operations
Phone keypad. Making an Emergency Call You can use A701 to dial the international emergency number 112. This number can normally be used to make an emergency call in any country with or without a SIM card inserted, as long as you are within a mobile phone service network.
Page 75: Managing Your A701
When you charge the battery upon a warning of low power, you should charge for at least 30 minutes before unplugging the AC adapter. A701 may not be able to turn on during the first few minutes of the charging until the battery power reaches the protection point of the system.
Page 76: Power Management
Power Management Supplied with your A701 is a tool called “eUtility.” This tool helps you effectively manage power to prolong the battery’s operating time. . The tool consists of five tabs: Settings System eUtility System . They are described as below.
Page 77: Power-Saving Tips
Press the End button for 1 second until the Quick List appears and then to turn off your A701 when it is not in use, even for a short Power off time. Turn off functions not needed or adjust settings.
Page 78 Avoid power-consuming situations such as: When connecting A701 to your desktop computer (Your A701 will not auto-suspend while it is connected.) When using a SD/MMC card When monitoring Bluetooth transfers (Although you can set your A701 to constantly monitor the Bluetooth transfers sent from other Bluetooth devices, doing so will quickly drain your battery.)
Page 79: Customizing Your A701
CAUTION: Incorrect settings may cause your system to malfunction. Make sure that you fully understand the function of a certain item before any adjustment. You can customize the settings of A701 to your own preferences. Tap . You can tap any of the icons on the...
Page 80 To show the remaining battery power and to set the Power time for A701 to enter the suspend mode automatically. Quick Position To update the ephemeris file for quicker GPS positioning.
Page 81 7.1 for more information.) USB to PC To help with problems connecting ActiveSync by clearing Enable advanced network functionality. To change the status of the Bluetooth and phone Wireless functions. (See section 3.2 and 7.2 for more Manager information.) Managing Your A701...
Page 82: Finding And Organizing Information
NOTE: To quickly find information that is taking up storage space on your A701, select Larger than 64 KB under Type. You can also use the File Explorer to find files on your A701 and to organize these files into folders. Tap...
Page 83: Adding Or Removing Programs
ROM contents. All other programs and data files added to your A701 after factory installations are stored in the memory. You can install any program created for your A701 as long as your A701 has enough memory. The most popular place to find software for your A701 is on the Pocket PC web site (http://www.pocketpc.com).
Page 84 You will need to move this file to your A701. If you cannot find any installation instructions for the program in the Read Me file or documentation, use ActiveSync Explore to copy the program file to the Program Files folder on your A701.
Page 85: Removing Programs
2. Select the program in the list, and then tap Remove If the program does not appear in the list of installed programs, use File Explorer on your A701 to locate the program, tap and hold the program, and then tap on the shortcut menu.
Page 86: Microsoft Pocket Outlook
Microsoft Pocket Outlook This chapter tells you how to use Microsoft Pocket Outlook that includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Notes, and Messaging. You can use these programs individually or together. For example, e-mail addresses stored in Contacts can be used to address e-mail messages in Messaging. Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings Use Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events.
Page 87: Creating An Appointment
NOTE: You can customize the Calendar display (for example, change the first day of the week), by tapping the Menu soft key Options. Creating an Appointment 1. In Day or Week view, tap the desired date and time for the appointment. 2.
Page 88: Using The Calendar Summary Screen
Using the Calendar Summary Screen When you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen is displayed. To change the appointment, tap the soft key. Edit View appointment details. View notes. Microsoft Pocket Outlook...
Page 89: Contacts: Tracking Friends And Colleagues
Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues Contacts maintains a list of your friends and colleagues so that you can easily find the information you are looking for, whether you are at home or on the road. , or tap the soft key on the Today screen to switch to Contacts Contacts the program.
Page 90: Creating A Contact
Creating a Contact 1. In Contacts, tap the soft key. Tap to return to the contact list (the contact is saved automatically). Tap to assign a picture for the contact. Tap to assign a ring tone for the contact. 2. Using the Input panel, enter a name and other contact information. You will need to scroll down to see all available fields.
Page 91: Using The Contacts Summary Screen
Using the Contacts Summary Screen When you tap a contact in the contact list, a summary screen is displayed. To change the contact information, tap the soft key Menu Edit Assigned picture for the contact View contact details. Microsoft Pocket Outlook...
Page 92: Tasks: Keeping A To Do List
Tasks: Keeping a To Do List Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do. to switch to the program. Programs Tasks Tap to display or edit the task details. Tap and hold to display the shortcut men. Microsoft Pocket Outlook...
Page 93: Creating A Task
Creating a Task 1. In Tasks, tap the soft key Menu New Task Tap to return to the task list (the task is saved automatically). Tap to choose from predefined subjects. 2. Using the Input panel, enter a description. (See section 2.8 for information on entering text.) 3.
Page 94: Using The Tasks Summary Screen
Using the Tasks Summary Screen When you tap a task in the task list, a summary screen is displayed. To change the task, tap the soft key. Edit Tap to show and hide additional summary information. View notes. Microsoft Pocket Outlook...
Page 95: Notes: Capturing Thoughts And Ideas
Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas Quickly capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, drawings and phone numbers with Notes. You can create a written note or a recording. You can also include a recording in a note. to switch to the program. Programs Notes Tap to change the sort order of the list.
Page 96: Creating A Note
Creating a Note 1. In Notes, tap the soft key. 2. Create your note by writing, drawing, typing, or recording. For more information about using the Input panel, writing, and drawing on the screen and creating recordings, see section 2.8. Tap to return to the note list (the note is saved automatically).
Page 97: Messaging: Sending And Receiving E-Mail Messages
NOTE: By default, messages you send are saved in the Sent folder on A701 to help conserve memory. If you want to conserve memory and do not want to keep copies of sent...
Page 98: Synchronizing Outlook E-Mail
NOTE: You can also specify that subfolders of the Inbox folder are synchronized. SMS messages are not received via synchronization. Instead, they are sent to A701 via your service provider. Downloading Messages from the Server To send and receive e-mail messages for an e-mail account that you have with...
Page 99 To send and receive messages automatically, tap Connect and check for messages and enter a time interval. Connecting automatically may result in higher connection charges. To save memory, limit the number of e-mails that are downloaded to your A701 by lowering the number of days to display. 5-14...
Page 100: E-Mail Direct Push
Service Pack 2 (or later), A701 receives real-time notifications of new e-mails via the Direct Push technology. New e-mails are automatically downloaded to A701 from the Exchange Server; you do not need to check or download e-mails manually. Before using the Direct Push feature, you need to set up a synchronization relationship between your A701 and Exchange Server and complete the initial synchronization.
Page 101: Composing And Sending An E-Mail And Sms Message
Composing and Sending an E-mail and SMS Message 1. Tap Messaging 2. In the message list, tap the soft key , and select the account. Menu Go To 3. Tap the soft key. 4. Enter the e-mail address or text message address of one or more recipients, separating them with a semicolon.
Page 102: Composing And Sending A Mms Message
Composing and Sending a MMS Message NOTE: You need to subscribe to the GPRS and MMS services with your service provider before you can send and receive MMS messages. (See section 7.1 for information on the GPRS connection.) Depending on the service that you subscribe to, you may not be able to send and receive MMS messages to users using a different mobile phone network.
Page 103 6. Enter the subject. 7. To add a picture, tap ; or tap the soft key Insert Picture Menu Insert . Then select the desired picture. Picture 8. To add an audio file, tap ; or tap the soft key Insert Audio Menu Insert...
Page 104 You can add only one recording on each slide of a message. A second recording replaces the first recording. The recordings will be saved in the My Device\My Documents\My Music folder on your A701. To delete the selected picture/audio/text message, move to the selection, and tap the Menu soft key Remove Picture/Audio/Text.
Page 105: Receiving And Viewing A Mms Message
For a message that contains several slides, you can set the minimum duration for playing back each slide. 1. On the message screen, tap the soft key Menu Slides Duration 2. Enter the desired duration for each slide. The range is 5~600 seconds. If you wish to apply the setting to all MMS messages, tap the soft key Menu...
Page 106: Replying To Or Forwarding A Message
Done soft key, and then tap . The picture will be saved in the \My Device\My Documents\ My Pictures folder on A701; the audio will be saved in the \My Device\My Documents\ My Music folder. to return to the message.
Page 107: Moving A Message
NOTE: If you use a POP3 account and you move e-mail messages to a folder you created, the link is broken between the messages on A701 and their copies on the e-mail server. The next time you connect, the e-mail server will see that the messages are missing from the A701 Inbox folder and delete them from the server.
Page 108: Creating Or Changing A Message Signature
Creating or Changing a Message Signature 1. Tap Messaging 2. Tap the soft key Menu Tools Options 3. Tap Accounts Signatures 4. Select the account for which you want to create or change a signature. 5. Select the check box if it is not already Use signature with this account selected.
Page 109: Managing Folders
An embedded message can be viewed as an attachment when using IMAP4 to receive e-mail. However, this feature does not work if TNEF is enabled so that you can receive meeting requests. To store attachments on a storage card rather than on A701, tap the Menu soft key Tools Options Storage, and select the Store attachments on a storage card check box.
Page 110 All messages and folders that are linked to the selected account are cleared, and memory is expanded on A701 without deleting messages on the server. The next time you connect, the messages and folders are downloaded again. NOTE: You cannot clear messages and folders from the Outlook E-mail account.
Page 111: More Programs
A701. This chapter tells you how to use these programs. ActiveSync NOTE: ActiveSync is already installed on your A701. You need to install ActiveSync on your desktop computer. (See section 1.5 for installation procedures.) When you have established the connection between your A701 and your desktop computer, you can synchronize the information between the two with ActiveSync.
Page 112: Synchronizing Data
Once you have created a synchronization relationship and completed the first synchronization, you can initiate synchronization from your A701. 1. Connect your A701 to your desktop computer. (See Step 7 of section 1.5 for connection procedures.) 2. On your A701, tap...
Page 113: Synchronizing Directly With The Exchange Server
Synchronizing Directly with the Exchange Server 1. On your A701, tap Programs ActiveSync 2. Tap the soft key Menu Add Server Source 3. Enter the name of the server running Exchange Server, and tap the soft Next key. 4. Enter your name, password and domain (if necessary), select the...
Page 114: Word Mobile
Microsoft Word Mobile works with Microsoft Word on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your documents. You can create new documents on your A701 or you can copy documents from your desktop computer. to switch to the program.
Page 115: Opening A Document
Opening a Document Whenever you switch to Word Mobile, you will see the document list. Tap the desired document to open it. You can open only one document at a time; when you open a second document, the first will be saved and closed automatically. For more information, tap Help More Programs...
Page 116: Excel Mobile
Microsoft Excel Mobile works with Microsoft Excel on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your workbooks. You can create new workbooks on your A701 or you can copy workbooks from your desktop computer to your A701.
Page 117: Opening A Workbook
Opening a Workbook Whenever you switch to Excel Mobile, you will see the workbook list. Tap the desired workbook to open it. You can open only one workbook at a time; when you open a second workbook, you will be asked to save the first. For more information, tap Help More Programs...
Page 118: Powerpoint Mobile
With PowerPoint Mobile, you can open and view slide show presentations created on your desktop computer. Slide shows created in *.ppt and *.pps format with PowerPoint ’97 and later can be viewed on your A701. 1. Tap to switch to the program.
Page 119: Pocket Msn
Pocket MSN With Pocket MSN, you get: MSN Hotmail. Read, write, and send e-mail. Delete e-mail and manage your Hotmail folders. MSN Messenger. See who is online. Send and receive instant messages. Subscribe to status updates for selected contacts so you are notified when they are online.
Page 120: Signing In To And Using Pocket Msn
Signing in to and Using Pocket MSN The sign-in process helps to maintain secure access to your MSN Hotmail and MSN Messenger accounts. 1. Tap on the Today screen. Tap here to sign in to Pocket MSN 2. Type the e-mail address and password you use to sign in to Pocket MSN. Select to have Pocket MSN automatically sign you in.
Page 121: Windows Media Player Mobile
Use Microsoft Windows Media Player Mobile to play digital audio and video files that are stored on your A701 or on a network, such as on a web site. You can play files in either Windows Media or MP3 format (including files with the extensions .asf, .wma, .wmv and .mp3).
Page 122: Camera
2. By default, the camera is in the Still mode. If you are not in this mode, tap soft key to change the mode. Menu Still 3. Frame your target in the viewing window. You can rotate your A701 if necessary. 4. To change the resolution of the image, tap the soft key Menu Resolution and then select the desired option.
Page 123 Enter or Camera button) and shooting the picture. When you press the button to shoot, the timer will start to count down and you should keep A701 steady until the time is up and the picture is shot. 7. After shooting, you can do the following: Press the Camera button to save the picture and return to the previous screen.
Page 124: Taking Continuous Pictures
Taking Continuous Pictures While in the Still mode, you can tap the soft key to take 4 Menu Mode Burst continuous pictures. The icon will appear on the lower-right corner of the screen. Take pictures according to the instructions described in the “Taking Pictures”...
Page 125: Recording Video Clips
The icon will appear on the lower-right corner of the screen. 3. Frame your target in the viewing window. You can rotate your A701 if necessary. 4. To change the resolution of the image, tap the soft key...
Page 126: Camera Settings
NOTE: To play back on your desktop computer the *.3gp video clips that you recorded using A701, you need to install H.263 Decode on the desktop computer. For information on H.263 Decode, see the Application Manual on the Bonus CD.
Page 127: Pictures & Videos
With Pictures & Videos, you can: View, and edit pictures. Record and launch video clips stored on A701 or on a SD/MMC card. Send pictures and video clips to others. Set a picture as the background on the Today screen.
Page 128 Select the sort order for the list. Tap to open the file. Tap to switch to the Camera program. For more information, tap Help 6-18 More Programs...
Page 129: Calculator
Calculator You can use Calculator to perform any of the standard operations for which you would normally use a handheld calculator. Calculator performs basic arithmetic, such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. 1. Tap to switch to Programs Calculator the program. 2.
Page 130: Modem Link
6.10 Modem Link Using Modem Link, you can use your A701 as an external modem for another device or computer via the USB connection. NOTE: A701 does not support the COM and infrared connection. When using the modem link connection, A701 supports Windows 2000/XP only.
Page 131: Additional Programs
NOTE: Depending on the continuing developments of the product, the software supplied with your A701 may be changed or updated. If there is any difference between the information in this manual and your product, the operation should be based on the product you have.
Page 132 Sending an Emergency Message 1. Make sure that you have defined the recipient for the emergency message. 2. Make sure that A701 has a clear view of the sky for GPS signal reception. 3. Press and hold the Volume down button on the side of A701 for 6 seconds to activate the program.
Page 133: Mio Sms Location
If A701 has received the GPS data (within 120 seconds), the message will contain the longitude and latitude information. If A701 fails to receive the GPS data, then the message will only show that you need help. With GPS data...
Page 134: Quick Position
Calendar, select Show expiration in Calendar The appointment will be created automatically and shown on the Today screen. 7. If you want A701 to automatically download the ephemeris file when the expiration date arrives, select Automatic Download 8. Tap...
Page 135: Voice Speed Dial
Voice Speed Dial You can record voice tags so that you can dial a phone number or start programs simply by speaking a word. Creating a Voice Tag for a Contact 1. Tap Settings Personal Voice Speed Dial 2. Tap Contacts 3.
Page 136 4. Select the desired phone number. 5. Tap . After the beep sound, begin recording the words for the voice tag. Try to finish the recording in 2~3 seconds. You are recommended to stay at a quiet place during the recording for better recognition. 6.
Page 137 3. Select the desired SIM contact or program. 4. Tap . After the beep sound, begin recording the words for the voice tag. Try to finish the recording in 2~3 seconds. You are recommended to stay at a quiet place during the recording for better recognition. 5.
Page 138 3. The program will play back the voice tag and begin dialing the phone number or starting the assigned program. 4. If A701 fails to recognize the voice tag, repeat the procedure. Managing Voice Tags 1. Tap...
Page 139: Getting Connected
Getting Connected To take full advantage of your A701, you will want to get connected. This chapter tells you how you can get your A701 connected through a variety of ways including general packet radio services (GPRS), modem, wireless network card, and Bluetooth function.
Page 140: Modem Connection
Apply Starting and Ending a GPRS Connection To start the connection, simply use the desired program. For example, switch to Internet Explorer Mobile and browse to a web page. Your A701 will automatically connect. To end the connection, tap the...
Page 141: Wireless Network Connection
Use a wireless network card to connect to a wireless network without physical cables. Before creating the connection, you need to: Have a wireless network card (SD IO card) that is compatible with A701. (For driver and installation procedures, see the documentation that came with the SD IO card.) If necessary, obtain the authentication information from your network administrator.
Page 142 To end the connection, remove the card from your A701. NOTE: When you have finished using the wireless network, complete the actions for ending the connection. Leaving the wireless network module active will consume more power.
Page 143: Using The Bluetooth Function
Beam information, such as files, appointments, tasks, and contact cards, between devices that have Bluetooth capabilities. Create a connection between your A701 and a Bluetooth phone to use the phone as a modem. Use a Bluetooth service. Once you connect to another device or computer using Bluetooth technology, you can locate and use any of the services available on that device.
Page 144 NOTE: By default, the Bluetooth function is turned off. If you turn it on, and then turn off your A701, the Bluetooth function also turns off. When you turn on your A701 again, the Bluetooth function turns on automatically. When you have finished using the Bluetooth function, complete the actions for turning it off.
Page 145: Transferring Files Via The Bluetooth Function
(See “Turning On and Off the Bluetooth Function” previously in this chapter.) 3. Make sure that your A701 and the device that is beaming the information are within close range, and that device is discoverable. 4. When prompted to receive an incoming...
Page 146: Bluetooth Partnership
Bluetooth Partnership A partnership is a relationship that you create between your A701 and another device with Bluetooth capabilities to help exchange information in a secure manner. Creating a partnership involves entering the same Bluetooth passkey on both devices. Once a partnership is created, the devices need only have the Bluetooth function turned on to exchange information;...
Page 147 Accepting a Bluetooth Partnership 1. Make sure that the two devices are turned on, discoverable, and within close range. (For information on turning on the Bluetooth function on A701, see “Turning On and Off the Bluetooth Function” previously in this chapter.) 2.
Page 148: Using Internet Explorer Mobile
Using Internet Explorer Mobile Use Internet Explorer Mobile to view web pages in either of these ways: Connect to an ISP or network and browse the web. During synchronization with your desktop computer, download your favorite links that are stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in Internet Explorer on the desktop computer.
Page 149: Browsing The Internet
Browsing the Internet 1. Tap Internet Explorer 2. Tap the soft key to display the Favorites list. Favorites Tap to access the web site. Tap to add or delete a link. 3. Tap the page that you want to view. NOTE: If a favorite link is dimmed or you receive a message that the page is not available, you must download the page to your device through synchronization or connect to the Internet.
Page 150 Synchronize a Favorite Link You can synchronize the Internet Explorer favorites on your desktop computer with your A701 so you can use them with Internet Explorer Mobile as well. 1. In ActiveSync on your desktop computer, click Tools Options Favorite, and click OK.
Page 151: Troubleshooting And Maintenance
Resetting Your A701 CAUTION: Resetting will cause unsaved data to be lost. Resetting your A701 is similar to restarting your desktop computer. It restarts the operating system, but you will lose any unsaved data. Occasionally, you may need to reset your A701;...
Page 152: Restoring Factory Default State
Restoring Factory Default State In some cases, you may need to restore your A701 to the factory default state by clearing the memory from your A701. For example, you should clear the memory: When your A701 does not respond after being reset.
Page 153: Power Problems
Power Problems Power does not turn on when using battery power The remaining battery power may be too low to run your A701. Connect the AC adapter to your A701 and to external AC power. Then, turn on your A701.
Page 154 Stop Stop All Running Programs Reset your A701 as described in section 8.1 and 8.2. If you have a storage card, move data to the storage card as described below. . Tap and hold the file you want to move...
Page 155: Screen Problems
Screen Problems Screen is off If the screen does not respond even after you turn on A701, try the following in order until the problem is solved: Connect the AC adapter to your A701 and to external AC power. Reset your A701 as described in section 8.1.
Page 156: Connection Problems
If the number is “2,” you can use ActiveSync 4.1. Cable Connection Problems Make sure that your A701 and your desktop computer are both turned on before establishing the connection. Make sure that the cable is securely plugged into the USB port on your desktop computer.
Page 157: Network Connection Problems
Also, if synchronization does not start right away, the network is probably busy, and it may take a minute for your A701 to connect to the network. Verify with your network administrator that your user name and password are correct.
Page 158: Taking Care Of Your A701
A701. In the event of moisture condensation, allow your A701 to dry out completely. Take care not to sit on your A701 when it is located in the back pocket of trousers, etc. The screen surface is easily scratched. Use only the stylus to tap on the screen.
Page 159: Phone Guidelines
Phone Guidelines Use a phone headset or pull over your car first if using your A701 when driving. Your A701 is a low-power RF (radio frequency) device. It receives and sends out RF signals when the phone feature is turned on. Therefore, be careful of the following: －...
Page 160: Travel Guidelines
Take the AC adapter with you. Use the AC adapter as the power source and as a battery-recharger. Keep your A701 inside its protective cover when you are not using it on the road. Hand-carry your A701 in a protective cover. Do not check it in as luggage.
Page 161: Regulatory Information
Regulatory Information NOTE: Marking labels located on the exterior of your device indicate the regulations that your model complies with. Please check the marking labels on your device and refer to the corresponding statements in this chapter. Some notices apply to specific models only. Regulations Statements European Notice Products with the CE marking comply with Radio &...
Page 162: Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions About the AC Adapter CAUTION: Use only the AC adapter (PSC05R-050 PH) supplied with your device. Use of another type of AC adapter will result in malfunction and/or danger. This product is intended to be supplied by a LISTED Power Unit marked with “LPS,”...
Page 163: About The Radio Frequency Exposure
About the Radio Frequency Exposure This product is a low-power radio transmitter and receiver. When it is turned on, it receives and also sends out radio frequency (RF) signals. Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) is the unit of measurement for the amount of radio frequency energy absorbed by the body.
Page 164: Index
Index Calculator, 6-19 Playback on PC, 6-16 Calendar, 5-1, 5-4, 5-7 Call History, 3-19 Camera, 6-12 Recording video clips, 6-15 Taking continuous pictures, AC adapter 6-14 Connecting, 1-8 Taking pictures, 6-12 ActiveSync, 1-11, 6-1 Camera button, 1-5 Installing on computer, 1-11 Camera lens, 1-3 Synchronizing data, 6-2 Car charger, 1-14...
Page 165 Direct Push, 5-15 Hardware information, 4-5 Headphone connector, 1-5 Earpiece, 1-2 E-mail, 5-12 Indicator Composing, 5-16 Charge, 1-2 Direct Push, 5-15 Notification, 1-2 receiving attachments, 5-23 Input panel button, 2-6, 2-8 Emergency calls, 3-29 International calls, 3-29 End button, 1-2 Internet Explorer Mobile, 7-10 Ending calls, 3-11 Entering information, 2-8...
Page 166 Power Microsoft Pocket Outlook, 5-1 Checking remaining, 4-1 Mini-USB connector, 1-6 Power button, 4-3 Mio Menu, 2-4 Power management, 4-2 Mio SMS Location, 6-23 PowerPoint Mobile, 6-8 MMC slot, 1-5 Program button MMS, 5-12 End button, 1-2 Composing, 5-17 GPS button, 1-2...
Page 167 Rejecting calls, 3-11 Using, 2-1 Reset button, 1-5, 8-1 Suspend, 1-10, 4-3 Resetting, 8-1 Synchronizing Outlook E-mail, Restarting, 8-1 5-13 Restoring factory default state, 8-2 ROM, 4-9 Taking continuous pictures, 6-14 Taking pictures, 6-12 Safety precautions, A-2 JPG format, 6-13 Screen Talk button, 1-2 Landscape view, 2-5...
Page 168: Index
Playback formats, 6-11 Wireless network connection, 7-3 SD IO card, 7-3 Windows Media button, 1-2 Word Mobile, 6-4 Windows Media Player Mobile, 6-11 Index...

Mio DigiWalker A701 User Manual

Preface

1 Getting Started

2 Basic Skills

3 Using the Phone

4 Managing Your A701

5 Microsoft Pocket Outlook

6 More Programs

7 Getting Connected

8 Troubleshooting and Maintenance

Regulatory Information

Index

Quick Links

Need help?

Questions and answers

Related Manuals for Mio DigiWalker A701

Summary of Contents for Mio DigiWalker A701

Table of Contents