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Table of Contents Getting Started ................1 1.1 Unpacking .................... 1 1.2 Identifying Hardware Components ............2 Front Components ................2 Back Components ................3 Left-Side Components ................. 4 Top Components ................. 5 Bottom Components ................5 1.3 Getting Your Device Ready for Use ............ 6 Installing the Battery ................
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Recording a Message ................ 20 2.10 Locking Your Pocket PC ..............22 Managing Your Pocket PC ............23 3.1 Managing Power ................23 Low Battery Signals and Actions ............23 Power-Saving Tips ................24 3.2 Customizing Your Pocket PC ............25 3.3 Searching and Organizing Information ..........
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Taking Pictures .................. 52 Recording Video Clips ............... 54 Camera Controls, Options, and Settings ........... 55 5.8 Additional Programs ................56 E-Compass (Select Models Only) ............. 56 TacLink ....................59 Getting Connected ............... 61 6.1 Wireless Network Connection ............61 Turning On and Off the Wi-Fi Radio ..........
NOTE: Depending on the model you purchased, the cabinet color and the look of the accessories may be different from the ones shown in this manual. 1.1 Unpacking After unpacking the shipping carton, you should find these standard items: FC-25 Accessories: ...
1.2 Identifying Hardware Components Front Components Component Description RF Indicator Glows in blue to indicate that RF is on or active. Multi-Functional Glows in green to indicate that battery is fully charged. Indicator Glows in amber to indicate that battery charging is in progress.
Component Description Program Buttons Each of the three buttons provides a quick way to use a program or function. The buttons are customizable. The icons on the buttons indicate the default functions: Contacts Start Menu GPS Application NOTE: The buttons can provide different functions if you are using a navigation software that allows you to define the buttons.
Component Description Stylus Tap on the touch screen to make selections and enter information. Pull the stylus out of its slot to use and store it in the slot when not in use. Car Antenna This connector (under rubber dust cover) allows use of an Connector optional external antenna with magnetic mount, which may be positioned on top of the car for better signal reception in...
Component Description Connects to a pair of stereo headphones. Headphone Connector Top Components Component Description Receives signals from the GPS satellites overhead. GPS Antenna Bottom Components Component Description Power Connects to the AC adapter for charging the battery. Connector ...
Component Description ON/OFF Switch The main power/battery cutoff switch. Hand String Hand string attaches to this hole. WARNING: Be careful not to allow infants and small children play Hole with the hand string stopper as this may easily be swallowed, thereby causing injury or choking.
3. Replace the battery cover and tighten the four screws. Performing Initial Startup Initial startup includes setting the ON/OFF switch and completing the setup wizard. 1. Slide the ON/OFF switch to the ON position. CAUTION: Always leave the ON/OFF switch in the ON position for normal operation. 2.
Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery When charging the battery for the very first time, charge it for at least 8 hours. 1. Fit the converter plug to the AC charger ( ). 2. Connect the DC jack end of the AC adapter to your device ( ) and the other end to a wall outlet ( ...
1.4 Synchronizing with Your Computer ActiveSync and Windows Mobile Device Center (WMDC) provide an easy way to synchronize data on a Windows-based computer with your device. ActiveSync works on computers that have the Windows XP operating systems. WMDC works only on computers that have Windows Vista or Windows 7. ActiveSync and WMDC act as gateways between your device and your computer for transferring Outlook e-mail, appointments, contacts, and tasks, and media such as pictures, music, and videos.
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After the software installation, connect your device to your computer with the USB cable and you are ready to synchronize.
1.5 Using an SD/SDHC/MMC Card Your Pocket PC has a SD/MMC slot where you can insert an optional Secure Digital or MultiMediaCard storage card. With the removable memory, you can store or backup your data and exchange data with other devices. NOTE: A storage card is also called a memory card.
Basic Skills This chapter familiarizes you with the basic operations of your Pocket PC such as using the stylus, navigation stick, Home screen, menus, and programs. You will also know how to enter information and lock your Pocket PC. CAUTION: The device can get uncomfortably warm when you use it in high temperatures. As a safety precaution in such a circumstance, do not place the device on your lap or touch it with your bare hands for extended periods of time.
Turning Off If you will not be using the device for a long time, you can turn off the device by sliding the ON/OFF switch to the OFF position. To start using the device, slide the switch to the ON position. 2.2 Using the Stylus Use the stylus to navigate and select objects on the screen.
To activate the selected item, press the stick. 2.4 Home screen When you turn on your Pocket PC for the first time each day, you will see the Home screen. The Home screen shows your upcoming appointments, active tasks, and information about e-mail messages. You can tap a section of the Home screen to open the program that is associated with that section.
An example of the Navigation bar: Tap to set time zone, date, Tap to zoom in the screen. and time. Tap to set power options. Tap to set up various connections. Tap to adjust the volume. Use the toolbar at the bottom of the screen to perform tasks in the active Menu program.
2.7 Shortcut Menus With shortcut menus, you can quickly choose an action for an item. For example, you can use the shortcut menu in the contact list to quickly delete a contact, make a copy of a contact or send an email message to a contact. The actions in the shortcut menus vary from program to program.
2.8 Notifications Your Pocket PC 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.
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Select an input method. Input panel button. When you use the Input panel, your Pocket PC 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 Pocket PC, the more words it learns to anticipate.
Writing on the Screen In any program that accepts writing, such as the Notes program, you can use your stylus to write directly on the screen. Write the way you do on paper. You can edit and format what you have written and convert the information to text later.
The drawing box indicates the boundaries of the drawing. Recording a Message You can quickly capture thoughts, reminders and phone numbers by recording a message. In the Notes program, you can either create a stand-alone recording or include a recording in a written note. If you want to include the recording in a note, open the note first.
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Indicates an embedded recording. Recording toolbar Recording Formats Your Pocket PC 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 Pocket PC.
2.10 Locking Your Pocket PC When not using your Pocket PC, you can use the lock function so that accidental touching of the device does not cause your Pocket PC to operate. Device unlocked To lock your Pocket PC, tap on the Home screen.
Managing Your Pocket PC This chapter tells you how to effectively manage power, settings, data and programs of your Pocket PC. 3.1 Managing Power A fully charged battery should provide power for up to 8 hours of use. The operating time of a fully charged battery depends on how you are using the Pocket PC.
Power-Saving Tips Follow these suggestions to maximize the battery’s operating time, particularly when you are relying solely on the battery power for extended time periods. Suspend frequently. By default, the screen backlight will automatically turn off and the Pocket PC will also turn off when it has been idle for a period of time.
3.2 Customizing Your Pocket PC NOTE: 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 the Pocket PC to your own preferences. Tap Settings ...
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Items Descriptions About To show the hardware information of the Pocket PC System and to define the device name for identifying itself to other computers. Backlight To adjust the brightness level of the display and to set the automatic turnoff for power saving purposes. Camera To set the overall features of the camera module Settings...
Items Descriptions System To view system information. Information Task To view or perform task management of programs. Manager To allow the mini-USB connector to serve as a USB Client/Host host for connecting external USB devices. Setting 3.3 Searching and Organizing Information The Search feature on your Pocket PC helps you quickly locate information.
Microsoft Pocket Outlook Microsoft Pocket Outlook 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. 4.1 Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings Use Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events.
Creating an Appointment 1. In Day or Week view, tap the desired date and time for the appointment. New Appointment 2. Tap Tap to choose from predefined text. Tap to choose from previously entered locations. 3. Using the Input panel, tap first to select the field, and then enter a description and a location.
Using the Calendar Summary Screen When you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen is displayed. To Edit change the appointment, tap View appointment details. View notes. Tap to send e-mail to the attendees if they are added to your appointment.
4.2 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. Contacts to switch to the program. Tap and enter part of a name or number to quickly find a contact in the list.
Creating a Contact 1. In Contacts, tap 2. Select a type. 3. Using the Input panel, enter a name and other contact information. You will need to scroll down to see all available fields. 4. Tap to save and return to the contact list.
4.3 Tasks: Keeping a To Do List Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do. Tasks to switch to the program. Tap to quickly create a task with only a subject Tap to display or edit the task details.
Creating a Task New Task 1. In Task, tap Tap to choose from predefined subjects. 2. Using the Input panel, enter a description. 3. You can enter a start date and due date or enter other information by first tapping the field.
4.4 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. If a note is open when you create the recording, it will be included in the note as an icon.
Creating a Note 1. In Notes, tap 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. 3. Tap to save and return to the note list.
4.5 E-mail: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages You can use E-mail to send and receive email messages in two ways: By synchronizing email messages with Microsoft Exchange or Microsoft Outlook on your desktop computer. By connecting directly to an e-mail server through an ISP (Internet Service ...
Using the Message List Messages you receive are displayed in the message list. Select the service and folder you want to display. Select the sort order for messages. Tap to open a message. When you receive a message, tap it to open it.
When you connect to your email server or synchronize with your desktop computer or server, by default, you will receive messages from the last three days only and the first 2 KB of each new message, and not to sync file attachments.
NOTE: OLE objects cannot be attached to Inbox messages. 7. Tap when you have finished the message. If you are working offline, the message is moved to the Outbox folder and is sent the next time you connect. The message is placed in the Outbox folder on your Pocket PC and will be delivered in one of two ways: The message is transferred to the Outbox folder in Exchange or Outlook on ...
More Programs In addition to Microsoft Pocket Outlook, there are other programs built into your Pocket PC. This chapter tells you how to use these programs. NOTE: Depending on the continuing developments of the product, the software supplied with the device 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.
With ActiveSync, you can also: Copy (rather than synchronize) files between your Pocket PC and desktop computer. Add and remove programs on your Pocket PC. Pass through your desktop computer to a network or the Internet. Synchronizing Data Once you have created a synchronization relationship and completed the first synchronization, you can initiate synchronization from your Pocket PC.
5.2 Office Mobile Microsoft Office Mobile works with Microsoft Office on your computer to give you easy access to copies of your Office files. Office Mobile and select the program to use. Excel Mobile OneNote Mobile PowerPoint Mobile ...
OneNote Mobile 3. When you have finished entering the information and tap , the file is automatically saved and named according to the first characters of text entered in the file. Opening an Office File Whenever you switch to an Office Mobile program, you will see the file list. Tap the desired file to open it.
5.3 Windows Live Messenger Windows Live Messenger provides practically instant access to your up-to-date MSN Hotmail Inbox, your Messenger Contacts list, and options for customizing your Messenger experience. With Windows Live Messenger, you get: MSN Hotmail Read, write and send e-mail. Delete e-mail and manage your Hotmail folders.
5.4 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. To do this, you will need to create the connection first, as described in Section 6.1 and 6.2. During synchronization with your desktop computer, download your ...
Browsing the Internet Internet Explorer 1. Tap 2. Tap to display the Favorites list. 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.
5.5 Windows Media Player for Pocket PC Use Microsoft Windows Media Player for Pocket PC to play digital audio and video files that are stored on your Pocket PC or on a network, such as on a Web site. Windows Media to switch to the program.
5.6 Pictures & Videos With Pictures & Videos, you can: View pictures and video clips. Send pictures and videos to others. Set a picture as the background on the Home screen. Play slide show. Edit your pictures. ...
5.7 Camera (Select Models Only) The Camera program allows you to take pictures and record video clips. Taking Pictures Pictures & Videos Camera 1. Tap The Camera screen appears. Below the display area are indicators of the current status. Display area Current status 2.
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Menu Items Descriptions Mode Three choices: 1. Normal 2. Burst – Continuous shooting of 5 pictures 3. Timer – 5 second countdown before shooting Seven brightness levels Brightness Resolution Six choices from 160x120 to 2048x1536 (640x480 by default) Zoom Available choices depend on the resolution. Five choices from which you can select one that matches the White Balance...
Recording Video Clips Pictures & Videos Camera 1. Tap Video 2. Tap to switch to the video mode. Below the display area are indicators of the current status. 3. For recording controls such as brightness and white balancing, tap Menu Items Descriptions Brightness...
Stop 5. To stop, press the navigation stick or tap Or, the recording will automatically stop when the length reaches the pre-defined maximum value (30 seconds by default). 6. The video clip is saved to the predefined storage location. To view the video Thumbnails clip, tap Camera Controls, Options, and Settings...
5.8 Additional Programs In addition to Microsoft software, your Pocket PC manufacturer may provide additional programs to enhance your Pocket PC or facilitate your operation. E-Compass (Select Models Only) The E-Compass program shows directions of movement including heading, pitch angle, roll angle, and altitude. Reading and Calibrating the Compass ...
Needle on the compass dial To exit the program, tap E NOTE: Follow these guidelines when using the compass. Keep the device away from objects that generate magnetic fields, such as cars, large belt buckles, computers, cell phones, etc. If you must use the compass inside a car, the device should be at least 20 cm (7.87 ...
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Setting Items Descriptions Set the reference altitude for the compass. You can either set a Altimeter specific height (zero by default) or use GPS positioning as the reference (GPS positioning will be initiated after you tap OK). Set to Needle for a pivoting needle on a fixed dial or Wheel for a Rotation Type fixed needle on a rotating dial.
TacLink The TacLink program receives GPS satellite signals to calculate the location of your device. You can also record a NMEA log file for the use of other applications. Running TacLink TacLink To run the program, tap A red indicates logging is not activated.
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SBAS Settings SBAS (WAAS, MSAS, ENGOS) provides additional accuracy and reliability for the GPS devices. Ground stations are necessary to achieve the purpose. The SBAS feature works where such stations exist. To enable the feature, tap Settings System SBAS Settings .
Getting Connected To take full advantage of your Pocket PC, you will want to get connected. This chapter tells you how you can get your Pocket PC connected through a variety of ways. 6.1 Wireless Network Connection Your Pocket PC has a built-in wireless network module. As long as you are in a wireless LAN environment, you can connect to the network without physical cables.
Wi-Fi Available 2. Tap the box to change the Wi-Fi radio status from Available The Wi-Fi radio status on the Home screen indicates Wi-Fi To turn off the Wi-Fi radio, follow the above procedure, but tap the box to Available change the Wi-Fi radio status from .
6.2 Bluetooth Feature Your Pocket PC incorporates the Bluetooth capability. Bluetooth technology is a short-range wireless communications technology. Devices with Bluetooth capabilities can exchange information over a distance of about 10 meters (30 feet) without requiring a physical connection. You can use Bluetooth technology as follows: Beam information, such as files, appointments, tasks, and contact cards, ...
For other devices with Bluetooth capabilities to detect your Pocket PC and attempt to beam information to it, establish a partnership, or use a Bluetooth Bluetooth Settings Mode Make this device visible to other service, tap devices Visable .
2. Make sure that your Pocket PC and the device that is beaming the information are within close range, and that device is discoverable. 3. When prompted to receive an incoming beam, tap to receive the beamed information. Bluetooth Partnership A partnership is a relationship that you create between your Pocket PC and another device with Bluetooth capabilities to help exchange information in a secure manner.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance This chapter gives solutions to common Pocket PC problems you may encounter. It also provides guidelines on taking care of your Pocket PC. NOTE: If you encounter a problem you cannot solve, contact your dealer for assistance. 7.1 Resetting Your Pocket PC CAUTION: Resetting will cause unsaved data to be lost.
7.2 Restoring the Factory Default State In some cases, you may need to restore your Pocket PC to the factory default state by clearing the memory (RAM) from your Pocket PC. For example, you should clear the memory: When your Pocket PC does not respond after being reset. ...
7.3 Troubleshooting Power Problems Power does not turn on when using battery power The remaining battery power may be too low to run your Pocket PC. Connect the AC charger to your Pocket PC and to external AC power. Then, turn on your Pocket PC.
closing open items and returning the program to list view. Then, stop the End Task program by tapping Reset your Pocket PC as described in Section 7.1. If you have a storage card, move data to the storage card as described next.
Inaccurate response to stylus taps Settings System Screen Align Realign the touch screen. Tap Screen Connection Problems ActiveSync/Mobile Device Center Connection Problems ActiveSync connection problems may occur in some specific cases. They are likely caused by interoperability with desktop firewall applications or applications that manage network traffic.
Verify with your network administrator that your user name and password are correct. Verify with your network administrator that the network you are trying to connect to is available, to try to connect to it from another computer. You may need to change the device name if you are trying to connect to a ...
Never clean your Pocket PC with its power on. Use a soft, lint-free cloth to wipe the screen and the exterior of your device. Do not use paper towels to clean the screen. Never attempt to disassemble, repair or make any modifications to your ...
Product Specifications Items Descriptions Operating System Genuine Windows Mobile® 6.5 Mobile Computing Samsung S3C2450 533MHz Platform 3.5" TFT LCD VGA (480 x 640) Display Transflective sunlight readable display Pressure sensitive touchscreen 256MB MDDR Storage and Memory 2GB NAND flash Keypad 5-way navigation key x 1 Programmable quick buttons x 3 Power key x 1...
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Items Descriptions Dimensions 82.25 x 29.3 x 144.25 mm (3.24 x 1.15 x 5.68 inches) (WxDxH) and 300 g (10.58 oz) Weight Field Service GPS: SiRFstarIII Features Optional 3 megapixel auto focus camera Optional e-compass Optional altimeter Rugged Features Fully rugged MIL-STD-810G and IP65 certified Tamper-proof plastic case Vibrabtion and drop resistant...
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. 9.1 Regulations Statements Please refer to a separate document regarding regulations.
About the Charger Do not use the charger in a high moisture environment. Never touch the charger when your hands or feet are wet. Allow adequate ventilation around the charger when using it to operate the device or charge the battery. Do not cover the charger with paper or other objects that will reduce cooling.
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For body worn operation, this device has been tested and meets the FCC RF exposure guidelines for use with an accessory that contains no metal and the positions the handset a minimum of 1.5 cm from the body. Use of other accessories may not ensure compliance with FCC RF exposure guidelines.
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