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MyPal A636N/A632NUser Manual
iiCopyright © 2006 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. (“ASUS”).Product warranty or service will not be extended if: (1) the product is repaired, modified or altered, unless such repair, modification of alteration is authorized in writing by ASUS; or (2) the serial number of the product is defaced or missing.ASUS PROVIDES THIS MANUAL “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN NO EVENT SHALL ASUS, ITS DIRECTORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING DAMAGES FOR LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF BUSINESS, LOSS OF USE OR DATA, INTERRUPTION OF BUSINESS AND THE LIKE), EVEN IF ASUS HAS BEEN ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES ARISING FROM ANY DEFECT OR ERROR IN THIS MANUAL OR PRODUCT.SPECIFICATIONS AND INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL ARE FURNISHED FOR INFORMATIONAL USE ONLY, AND ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE, AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED AS A COMMITMENT BY ASUS. ASUS ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR ANY ERRORS OR INACCURACIES THAT MAY APPEAR IN THIS MANUAL, INCLUDING THE PRODUCTS AND SOFTWARE DESCRIBED IN IT.Microsoft, Activesync, Outlook, Pocket Outlook, Windows, and the Windows logo are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or in other countries. Microsoft products are licensed to OEMs by Microsoft Licensing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation.E2462First edition V1.0April 2006
iiiTable of ContentsChapter 1 Getting Started ..................................................1Introducing MyPal ..................................................................................1Installing and removing the battery ........................................................5Connecting to a power source ...............................................................5Setting up GPS ......................................................................................6Additional storage ..................................................................................7Activating MyPal ....................................................................................8Basic screens on MyPal ........................................................................9Chapter 2 Basics .............................................................. 11Viewing system information ................................................................11Entering information .............................................................................11Finding and organizing information ......................................................18Using the File Explorer .......................................................................18Customizing your device ......................................................................19Using simple applications ....................................................................27Chapter 3 Synchronize and Enhance .............................31Microsoft® ActiveSync® .........................................................................31Synchronizing your device ...................................................................33Installing other applications .................................................................38Chapter 4 Microsoft® Pocket Outlook .............................39Calendar ..............................................................................................39Contacts ..............................................................................................42Tasks ...................................................................................................45Notes ..................................................................................................46Messaging ...........................................................................................48Chapter 5 Companion Programs ....................................53Word Mobile ........................................................................................53Excel Mobile .......................................................................................56
ivPowerPoint Mobile ..............................................................................58Pocket MSN ........................................................................................60Windows Media Player for Pocket PC .................................................64Chapter 6 Internet Explorer Mobile .................................65Using Internet Explorer Mobile ............................................................65Mobile Favorites folder ........................................................................66Chapter 7 Get Connected ................................................70Connecting to the Internet ...................................................................70Connecting to Work .............................................................................71Setting up connections ........................................................................71Ending a connection ...........................................................................73Setting up a WAP gateway ..................................................................74Using dialing rules ...............................................................................74Using Terminal Services Client ............................................................75Infrared (IR) connection .......................................................................76Chapter 8 Bluetooth® ........................................................78Using Bluetooth ...................................................................................78Bluetooth settings ................................................................................79Bluetooth Manager ..............................................................................81Remote device services .......................................................................82Setting up High Quality Audio setup or Hands-free/Headset setup .....88Setting up ActiveSync via Bluetooth ....................................................88Chapter 9 Wi-Fi .................................................................89Using Wi-Fi ..........................................................................................89The Wi-Fi Manager ..............................................................................92Appendix Notices .............................................................95Federal Communications Commission Statement ...............................95Canadian Department of Communications Statement ........................95UL Safety Notices ................................................................................96Checklist of Regulatory Statement ......................................................97
vMyPal A636N/A632N specificationsProcessorOperating systemMemory Display BatteryExpansion slot Communication Audio GPS SizeWeightThe latest Intel® XScale™ 416MHz Processor Microsoft® Windows Mobile™ 5.0 (Pocket PC)128MB Flash ROM 64MB SDRAM (75MB user accessible)3.5-inch, brilliant transflective TFT LCD 65,000 Full-color, 16-bit display QVGA, 240x320 resolution Touch Pad1300 mAh removable/rechargeable Li-ion A636N: One slot - SD card slot (SDIO/SD/ MMC) A632N: Dual slot - SD card slot (SDIO/SD/ MMC) and mini SDBluetooth® v2.0 EDR* IR port: SIR 115.2kbps max. USB 1.1 Client WLAN 802.11b/g (A636N only)3.5 mm stereo SiRF Star III / GPS chip with built-in GPS Antenna 122 mm x 73.2 mm x 18.8 (19.45) mm 186 grams (with battery)IMPORTANT To avoid damaging your Pocket PC and accessories, it is best to operate this unit (including the protection case) within a temperature range of 20-30 oC (68-86 oF) and 50% humidity. Anything that goes beyond or below the ideal temperature range may damage the unit, and may shorten the battery life.* Visit www.asus.com for Bluetooth® v2.0 EDR update information. To make this feature function, other devices connected must support Bluetooth v2.0 EDR.(Specifications are subject to change without notice.)
viPackage contentsYour package includes several accessories for the Pocket PC. After unpacking, check the items against the list below and make sure that they are in good condition. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer or retailer immediately.Standard items• ASUS MyPal A636N/A632N Pocket PC• USB travel sync cable• AC adapter• Microsoft Companion CD: includes Microsoft® Outlook® 2002 and Microsoft® ActiveSync® 4.1• Stylus• Protection case• Removable/ rechargeable 1300mAh Li-ion battery • Manual• Quick Start Guide• Car kit (car holder and gooseneck)• Car charger• Warranty cardOptional accessories• Stylus x 3 / package • Car charger and converter• 26-pin to DC in adapter • Battery• External antenna • Leather protection case• USB travel sync cable• AC adapter• Car kit (car holder and gooseneck)• Bluetooth keyboard• Stereo headset with microphone• Bluetooth headset
Getting Started1Chapter 1 Getting Started• Power LED - shows a steady red light when the battery is charging; steady green when the battery is fully charged and the device is connected to an AC power source.• Bluetooth/GPS/Wi-Fi LED - lights up blue when the Bluetooth® feature is on; lights up green when GPS is on; lights up red when Wi-Fi is on (MyPal A636N only).• LCD touch screen - allows you to enter, read, send, receive or edit data by tapping on it. The screen lumination is increased or decreased by changing the backlight settings.Introducing MyPalThe ASUS® MyPal A636N/A632N is truly a good companion wherever you go. Powered by a 416MHz Intel® XScale processor, equipped with 64MB SDRAM and 128MB Flash ROM, and bundled with the Microsoft® Windows Mobile® 5.0 plus a host of useful utilities, you have everything you need in your pocket!MyPal A636N comes with additional Wi-Fi feature that allows you to connect to wireless LAN and Internet. MyPal A636N has a single SD card slot, whereas MyPal A632N comes with dual slots: SD and mini SD slots.SpeakerLaunch buttonLCD touch screenNotes buttonCalendar buttonMode/TaskSwitcher buttonContacts button4-way Navigaition buttonPower/Notification LED Bluetooth/Wi-Fi/GPS LEDFront features
2Chapter 1• Speaker - allows you to hear alarms and other sound output from the device.• 4-way navigation button - functions like the four arrow keys on a keyboard. This button allows you to move through the program icons, folders, or files in a menu by scrolling up or down, left or right. If ASUS® MyPal is bundled with GPS map software, you may use the buttons to zoom in, zoom out and adjust the volume.• Launch button - functions like the enter/return key on a keyboard. Press once to launch a selected program, list folder contents, or open a file.• Contacts button - opens your contacts list at any time.• Calendar button - opens the Calendar program at any time.• Mode Switcher button - allows you to switch between Today, Windows Media Player and Rotate screen. The Mode Switcher button can also function as a Task Switcher, which allows you to switch between currently running programs on your device.• Notes button - opens the Notes program at any time.• Stylus - used for tapping or writing on the LCD touch screen. • GPS antenna - used as a signal receiver that pinpoints your exact location. This information is retrieved from satellites. Flip open this panel when using the GPS. If signal reception is not strong enough, you can connect an optional external antenna to the socket on the top side of this panel.• Hold key - provides a safety measure to avoid users from accidentally tapping the screen or turning on the device. Move the switch towards HOLDStylusGPS antennaHold keyBattery coverBack features
Getting Started3Side features• Infrared (IR) port - allows you to copy or send data to another device with an IR port. For a successful exchange of data, the IR port of both devices must be properly aligned and facing each other within the IR communication range. • Mini SD slot (A632N only) - accommodates a mini SD memory card.Infrared (IR) Portmini SDTop featuresSDSD card slot(SD/SDIO/MMC)Power buttonExternal antenna coverStylus• External antenna cover - covers the external antenna port. If the GPS signal is weak, connect an optional external antenna to the port. • SD card slot - accommodates an SD memory card, MMC memory card or an SDIO interface card (e.g. 802.11b/g, modem, etc.)Mini SD card slot(MyPal A632N only)NOTES As a precaution, the Power button is automatically disabled when you remove the battery cover. You can only turn on the power when the battery cover is installed to the unit. The battery cover is removable, and allows you to remove or replace the main battery. the word Hold to turn off the screen and prevent it from turning back on even when you tap the screen or press a button. Move the switch towards the opposite direction to disable this feature.• Battery cover - provides protection to the battery compartment of the device.
4Chapter 1The GPS car kitThe GPS car kit includes: • Car holder - holds the Pocket PC.• Gooseneck - securely attaches the Pocket PC to the carʼs windshield.• Headphone port - connects to a headphone.• Sync and power cable connector - connect the 26-pin USB sync cable directly to this connector to synchronize your device with your computer. This also charges the battery at the same time.• Reset switch - allows you to perform a soft reset in case the device malfunctions, or when an application hangs. Press the tip of the stylus on this switch to reset the system. RESETReset switch Headphone jackSync and power cable connectorBottom featuresNOTE To shutdown the device, press the Power button for about four seconds then tap Yes. All open files will be unsaved.• Power button - turns the device power on or off if you press the button quickly.NOTE To perform a clean reset, press and hold the Speak(-) button while simultaneously pressing the Mode Switcher button and pressing the stylus on the reset switch.Then a warning message appears. Press to do clean reset, or press to leave the operation screen. Performing a soft reset will not change the data in the device; while performing a clean reset will delete all data.
Getting Started5Installing and removing the batteryHOLDHOLDHOLDHOLDNOTE Opening the battery cover automatically turns off the power. There is a mechanism at the upper left side of the battery compartment that switches the power off automatically when you slide out the battery cover. This is a safety measure for protecting the power circuitry, so please make sure not to lose the battery cover.123 4Connecting to a power sourceIMPORTANT You need to charge the battery before using the device for the first time.NOTE As soon as the power cable is connected to a power source, the battery will start charging and the power LED will show a steady red light. See “Changing the battery power settings” in Chapter 2 on how to display the battery power status.26-pin device plug21Sync cable adapterAC adapter/ Power cable USB sync cable3
6Chapter 1Setting up GPSTo receive GPS signal:Flip open the GPS antenna panel from the back of the device. You may rotate the panel as illustrated below. To use the GPS car kit:SDSDNOTE For best signal reception, the GPS antenna panel should be oriented parallel to the ground. If the GPS signal reception is weak, purchase and use an optional external antenna. Flip open the antenna cover that is above the panel, then plug in the external antenna to the antenna port. NOTE Gently bend the gooseneck when adjusting the orientation. Do not forcibly bend the gooseneck. The device must be carefully placed into the holder to avoid damaging the 26-pin device connector and causing the device to breakdown. 34Vertical orientation Horizontal orientation43211221
Getting Started7Additional storageMyPal A636N comes with the standard SD card slot while MyPal A632N has an additional mini SD card slot. The SD card slot can be inserted with SD or MMC memory cards. It also supports SDIO cards of various functionalities including 802.11b/g, modem, etc.Label Installing and removing SD/MMC/SDIO card1. With the label side (usually the side with the card manufacturerʼs name) face up, and the barcode/serial number side face down, insert the card into the SD card slot located on top of the device.2. Push the card all the way into the slot until it fits completely. If properly installed, the SD or MMC card edge aligns with the top edge of the device. SDIO cards usually have an extended part that protrudes over the slot edge.3. To remove, press the card slightly until it ejects out. You may then safely remove the card. NOTE An SD/MMC/SDIO/mini SD card fits only in one orientation, and slides smoothly into the slot if inserted correctly. DO NOT force the card into the slot!1. Flip open the mini SD card slot cover. 2. With the label side (usually the side with the card manufacturerʼs name) face up, and the barcode/serial number side face down, insert the card into the mini SD card slot located on the left side of the device.Installing and removing mini SD card (for A632N only)Label side3. Push the card all the way into the slot until it fits completely.4. To remove, press the card slightly until it ejects out. You may then safely remove the card.
8Chapter 1SDPower button2. The Welcome screen appears when you turn on the device for the first time, or after performing a clean reset. Tap anywhere on the screen to continue.3. Tap the center of the cross to perform the align screen process. You may have to do this step a few times to properly calibrate.NOTE To launch the Align Screen function at any time, tap > Settings > System tab > Screen icon > Align Screen button.4. Follow the succeeding on-screen instructions.5. Tap anywhere on the Complete screen when you are done with the alignment and settings. You are now ready to use your device.NOTE To perform a clean reset, refer to the description on page 4.Activating MyPalYou need to properly calibrate and activate your device before using it. This process ensures accurate positioning when entering text and selecting menus.Calibrating and activating your device1. Press the power button.
Getting Started9Basic screens on MyPalToday screenNormally, the Today screen appears when you turn on your device for the first time each day. NOTE When the device is already on and the screen displays another program, you may return to the Today screen any time by tapping > Today. As shown in the sample below, the Today screen lets you see at a glance the summary of the important information for the day.Tap to set up or change network or modem connectionsTap to open the Start menu and to choose from the available programsTap to adjust the volume or mute all soundsTap to see the date, time, your next appointment, and the battery levelTap to change the date and timeYour day at a glanceTap to open ASUS Status menu where you can see common device status and settings (such as backlight setting, battery level, memory usage, and more)Tap to shift display to landscape or portrait orientationTap to display the Bluetooth® menuTap to display the Wi-Fi® menu (MyPal A636N only)Tap to open the Calendar program Tap to open the Contacts programFrom the Today screen, tap any of the listed items with the stylus to display the details. See “Chapter 2: Basics” on how to modify the current tasks or activities, or to add new items or information.
10Chapter 1NOTE The pop-up menus are also available in most other programs on your device. However, the pop-up menu items vary depending on the program or application.To access a pop-up menu, tap and hold the stylus on the item that you wish to perform action on. When the menu appears, lift the stylus, and tap the action that you want to execute. To close the pop-up menu without performing an action, tap anywhere outside the menu.Start menuPop-up menusMenu barAt the bottom of the screen of a program is the Menu bar. You can use the menus and buttons on the Menu bar to perform commands and actions. The menus and buttons vary depending on the programs you are using.From the Start menu, you can select programs, settings, and help topics. To display the Start menu, tap the icon from the top of the screen.With the pop-up menus, you can easily choose an action for an item. For example, you can use the pop-up menu in File Explorer to delete, copy, or beam an item. Tap and hold until the pop-up menu appearsTap the action that you wish to performTap outside the pop-up menu to close it without performing an actionTap to open a recently used programTap to open a programTap to open the Programs menuTap to open the Settings menuTap to display the Help topics
Basics11Entering informationYou can enter information in your device in any of the following ways:• Use the input panel to enter text using either the soft keyboard, the Letter Recognizer, the Block Recognizer, or the Transcriber• Write directly on the screen with the stylus• Draw pictures on the screen• Speak into the device microphone to record a message• Use the Microsoft® ActiveSync® to synchronize or copy information from your desktop computer to your deviceEntering text using the Input PanelUse the Input Panel to enter information in any program on your device. You can either type using the soft keyboard or write using the Letter Recognizer, Block Recognizer, or Transcriber. In either case, the characters appear as typed text on the screen.To show or hide the input panel, tap . To see input options, tap .To display the system information:1. Tap > Settings > System tab > System Information icon 2. To display the device specifications, tap Device Info tab. This will display various information such as the device ID, system memory, and wireless capabilities. 3. Tap the Version tab to view other information about the device.NOTE appears beside only when the input panel is not hidden.Chapter 2 BasicsViewing system information Your device allows you to easily display the built-in specifications. NOTE You cannot change the information you see in the system information screens.
12Chapter 2To use Letter Recognizer:With the Letter Recognizer, you can write letters on the screen with the stylus as you would on paper.1. Tap > Letter Recognizer.2. Write a letter within the writing area.When you write a letter, it is converted to a typed text that appears on the screen. For instructions and a demonstation on using the Letter Recognizer, tap next to the writing area.To type with the soft keyboard:1. Tap > Keyboard.2. Tap the keys on the on-screen keyboard with the stylus to enter information.Word completion featureWhen you use the Input Panel and the soft keyboard, your device anticipates the word you are typing 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 device, the more words it learns to anticipate.To change options on the word completion feature:1. Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Input > Word Completion tab.2. Make your desired changes then tap ok.Select an input methodTap to show or hide the input panelTap to display the input method optionsTap here if this is the word you wish to use
Basics13To use Block Recognizer:With the Block Recognizer, you can input character strokes that are similar to those used on other devices.1. Tap > Block Recognizer.2. Write a letter within the writing area.When you write a letter, it is converted to a typed text that appears on the screen. For instructions and a demonstration on using the Block Recognizer, tap next to the writing area.To use Transcriber:With Transcriber, you can use the stylus to write anywhere on the screen as you would on paper. Unlike Letter Recognizer and Block Recognizer, you can write a sentence or additional information. Pause after writing and let Transcriber convert the written characters to typed characters.1. Tap > Transcriber.2. Write anywhere on the screen.For instructions and demonstration on using Transcriber, with Transcriber open, tap at the lower right corner of the screen.To edit typed text:1. Select the text that you wish to edit using either one of the following: • drag the stylus over the text • tap twice to select a word • tap three times to select a paragraph2. Tap Menu on the Menu bar and select an action, or use one of the tools in the Input Panel to enter a new text.
14Chapter 2To edit your writing:1. Tap and hold the stylus next to the text that you wish to select until the insertion point appears.2. In order to select a text, tap Menu > Draw. Make sure Draw has no check mark beside it.3. Drag the stylus across the text you want to select.If you accidentally write on the screen, tap Menu > Undo Ink and try again.4. Tap Menu on the Menu bar then select an action, or use one of the tools in the Input Panel to enter a new text.To convert writing to text:• Tap Menu > Tools > Recognize.To select a zoom level:• Tap Menu > Zoom. From the list, tap a zoom percentage.Writing on the screenIn any program that accepts writing, such as the Notes program, and in the Notes tab in Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks, you can use the stylus to write directly on the screen. Write the way you do on paper. You can edit and format what you have written and convert the writing to text at a later time.To write on the screen:1. Tap > Programs > Notes > New 2. The screen displays a blank space with lines to help you write.3. Write your text.NOTE Some programs that accept writing may not have the Pen button. See the documentation for that program to find out how to switch to writing mode.
Basics15If the conversion is incorrect, you can select different words from a list of alternates or return to the original writing.1. Tap and hold the incorrect word.2. When the pop-up menu appears, tap Alternates to display a list of alternate words for the selection.3. Tap the word that you want to use, or tap the writing at the top of the menu to return to the original writing.Tips for getting good writing recognition• Write neatly.• Write on the line and draw descenders below the line. Write the cross of the “t” and apostrophes below the top line so that they are not confused with the word above. Write periods and commas above the line.• For better recognition, try increasing the zoom level to 300% using the Tools menu.• Write the letters of a word closely and leave big gaps between words so that the device can easily tell where the words begin and end.• Hyphenated words, foreign words that use special characters such as accents, and some punctuation cannot be converted.• If you add writing to a word or change it after the word has been recognized, the writing that you added will be included when you try to recognize the writing again.Tap to return to your original writingOr, tap the word that you want to use
16Chapter 2Drawing on the screenYou can draw on the screen in the same way that you write on the screen. The difference between writing and drawing on the screen is how you select items and how they can be edited. For example, selected drawings can be resized, while writing cannot.To create a drawing:1. Use the stylus to make a stroke that extends over three lines on the screen. A drawing box appears around the stroke.NOTE If the drawing does not cross over three lines, the drawing box does not appear.NOTE To easily work on or view your drawing, change the zoom level by tapping Menu > Zoom and selecting your desired zoom.To edit your drawing:1. Tap and hold the stylus on the drawing until the selection handle appears. To select multiple drawings, drag to select the drawings you want.2. Tap and hold the selected drawing, then tap an editing command on the pop-up menu or tap a command on the Menu.3. Resize the drawing by dragging a selection handle to your desired size.The drawing box indicates the boundaries of the drawing 2. Continue drawing. If your subsequent strokes extend outside the box, you will notice that the drawing box expands to enclose all the strokes.
Basics17Recording a messageIn any program where you can write or draw on the screen, you can also quickly capture thoughts, reminders, and phone numbers by recording a message. In Calendar, Tasks, and Contacts, you can include a recording in the Notes tab. In the Notes program, you can either create a standalone recording or include a recording in a written note. If you want to include the recording in a note, open the note first. In the Inbox program, you can add a recording to an e-mail message.To create a recording:1. Tap > Programs > Notes > Menu > View Recording Toolbar.2. Hold your device with the microphone near your mouth or other source of sound.3. Tap (red button) to begin recording. To stop recording, tap . You will hear two beeps when you stop recording. 4. The new recording appears in the Notes list, or as an embedded icon. To play the recording, tap it from the list, or if embedded in a note, tap the Speaker icon.Speaker icon indicates an embedded recordingTap to begin recordingTap to stop recording
18Chapter 2To use the Help feature:1. Tap > Help.2. Tap a link to the topic that you wish to display.NOTE Compared to other settings, the Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) provides slightly better sound quality but takes up 50 times more storage space than Mobile Voice recordings. Finding and organizing informationThe Search and Help features on your device helps you quickly locate information.Using the Search functionTo search for information:1. Tap > Help > Search.2. Enter the text that you want to find, select a data type, then tap Search to start the search. To quickly find information that is taking up space on your device, select Larger than 64 KB in Type.Type a word to findTap to search for the wordTopics found containing the searched wordTo change the recording format:1. In the note list, tap Menu > Options > Global Input Options link > Options tab. 2. Select your desired recording format from the Voice recording format pull-down menu then tap ok when done.Using the File Explorer To use the File Explorer to find and organize files:• Tap > Programs > File Explorer icon to display the files in your device.
Basics19Changing the date and time To change the date and time settings:1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Clock & Alarms icon.2. Under the Time tab, make your desired settings. NOTE Tap the More tab and select Display the clock in the title bar in all programs to display the clock on the top right corner of the screen all the time.Customizing your deviceYou can customize your device by adjusting the settings, using the built-in programs, and installing additional software.To see the available options:• Tap > Settings > Personal or System tab.NOTE Tap and hold the slider on the right side of the screen to display other Settings icons.To change the alarm settings:1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Clock & Alarms icon > Alarm tab.2. Make your desired settings.
20Chapter 2Changing the owner information To change the owner information:1. Tap > Settings > Owner Information icon.2. Key-in the data that you wish to appear on the Today screen.3. Add notes to the owner information by tapping the Notes tab.4. Key-in your desired text.5. Tap the Options tab, then select the items that you wish to appear on-screen whenever you turn on the device. Tap ok when done.Changing the start menu To change the menu items:1. Tap > Settings > Menus icon.2. Check the box opposite the items that you wish to appear on the Start Menu.3. Tap ok.NOTE Items that are not added in the Start menu can be found in the Programs.Setting a password To set a password for your device:1. Tap > Settings > Lock icon.2. Check the box Prompt if device unused, then select the period from the available options by tapping the down arrow.
Basics213. Select the password type, Simple 4 digit or Strong alphanumeric.4. Key-in a password. If you selected the Strong alphanumeric type of password, you need to key-in the password twice.5. Tap the Hint tab to create a kind of reminder in case you forget your password.6. Tap ok when done.Changing the screen display orientation To change the screen display orientation:1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Screen icon.2. Select your desired orientation, then tap ok.Portrait orientationTap to change the screen display orientationLandscape orientation
22Chapter 2To enable the ClearType feature:1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Screen icon > Clear Type tab.2. Check the Enable Clear Type box, then tap ok.To change the screen text size:1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Screen icon > Text Size tab.2. Move the slider toward the Smallest or Largest until you attain your desired text size. Tap ok.NOTE The slider is set on the middle by default.Changing the screen theme To specify the items to appear on the Today screen:1. Tap > Settings > Today icon > Items tab.2. Check the box opposite your desired items. Tap ok when done.Changing the button assignments To change the screen theme:1. Tap > Settings > Today icon.2. Select your desired theme from the available options. or Check the box Use this picture as the background, then tap Browse to select an image from your picture files.3. Tap ok when done.To change the button assignments:1. Tap > Settings > Buttons icon.2. Highlight a button by tapping on it.3. Tap the down arrow to display the programs that you can assign to the button.4. Repeat steps 2 to 3 to change other button assignments.5. Tap ok when done.
Basics23To customize the button setttings:1. Tap the Up/Down Control tab.2. Tap the slider to your desired settings of Up/Down button reaction time.3. Tap the Advance tab to set options for the key light and hold switch.4. Tap ok when done.Using Mode Switcher and Task Switcher On the rightmost group of buttons on the device (see Chapter 1), its right button functions, by default, as the Mode Switcher button which allows you to quickly toggle between the Today screen, Windows Media Player, and Rotate screen. The Mode Switcher box appears on-screen when you press this button.To customize Mode Switcher:1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Mode Switcher > Display settings tab.2. The three programs mentioned earlier are selected by default to be included in the Mode Switcher box. You may remove a program by deselecting the corresponding checkbox.3. To change the ordering of the programs, tap or button.4. Select the checkbox under if you want to add an Exit icon to the Mode Switcher box. 5. Tap ok when done.If you want to change the button assignment to become the Task Switcher button, follow the steps below. Task Switcher allows you to toggle between currently running programs.To enable Task Switcher:1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Mode Switcher > Basic tab, then select Task Switcher.2. Tap ok.NOTE In the Basic tab, you can increase the delay time for showing the Mode Switcher or Task Switcher box to give you more time to make selections.
24Chapter 2Changing the battery power settings To change the battery power settings:1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Power icon to display the battery power status. This screen shows the detected percentages of the remaining battery power. You may not change the information on this screen.2. Tap the Advanced tab to customize the settings for the battery to conserve power.3. Tap the CPU Mode tab to set the processing power to use when using programs.• Maximum - allows better CPU performance. Set to this mode when playing games or playing video. However, setting to Turbo mode may reduce the battery life.• Normal - allows for a normal CPU speed and more stable performance. Set to this mode when listening to MP3 audio files or for applications that do not require very fast CPU speed.• Power Save - sets the CPU to a lower speed. This mode has a lower CPU performance but extends the battery life. Set to this mode when using text based applications such as Word, Excel, etc.• For automatic power saving, tick the circle beside Auto. This mode adjusts the CPU speed depending on the program that you are running.4. Tap ok when done.Setting the backlight To set the backlight:1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Backlight icon.2. Adjust the display brightness by dragging the slider towards Dark or Bright until you achieve your desired screen brightness.3. Tap the Advance tab and customize the backlight settings when using battery power and AC power.4. Tap ok when done.
Basics25Changing the audio settings To change the Audio settings:1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Audio icon.2. Adjust the volume, balance, treble, and bass, and 3D settings by dragging the slider to the left or to the right until you achieve your desired sound output.3. Tap ok when done.NOTE Tap the Default button to restore the default audio settings.Selecting sounds and notifications Your device can remind you of things you have to do in several ways. For example, if you have set up an appointment in Calendar, a task with a due date, or an alarm in Clock, you will be notified in any of the following ways.• A message box appears on the screen• A sound is played (you can select the type of sound)• A light flashes on the deviceTo set sounds and notifications:1. Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Sounds & Notifications icon > Sounds tab then select the items that you wish to enable.2. Tap the Notifications tab and set the event notification details.3. Tap ok when done.To change the Microphone settings:1. Tap Mic tab from the audio settings screen.2. In MIC Gain Control, choose either to manually adjust the gain control or let the device automatically adjust the recording volume. Adjust the volume to high or low by dragging the slider to the left or to the right.NOTE Tap Default to revert to the default settings.
26Chapter 2Changing the wakeup settings 1. Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Wakeup Source icon.2. Check the boxes of the items to control what functions/conditions will turn on the deviceʼs power. Pressing any one of the function buttons on the front panel wakes up the device.3. Tap ok when done.Changing the USB settings To change the USB settings:1. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > USB Settings icon.2. Choose a USB Interface.• Transmission as Network Interface - configures your device as a network card so that you can connect it to a PC to browse the Internet, etc.• Transmission as Serial Interface - allows a serial connection between your device and PC. Select this when using ActiveSync.• Simulation as Card Reader - turns your device into a mass storage unit similar to a card reader.3. Tap ok when done.To change the USB charging mode:1. Tap USB Charger tab from the USB Settings screen.2. Choose a USB charging mode.• Slow Charging - to use this mode, your PC needs to support 100mA.• Fast Charging - to use this mode, your PC needs to support 500mA.3. Tap ok when done.NOTE To avoid overcharge, charging automatically stops after 5 hours. In Fast Charging mode, the device is able to be fully charged within 5 hours, but in Slow Charging mode, it is neccessary to connect the device again to the power source to get it fully charged.
Basics27Changing the memory settings To check the storage card memory:1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Memory icon > Storage Card tab to display the memory information for the selected storage card.2. If you wish to free storage card memory, delete some files from the storage card. Use the File Explorer to delete files. See “Using the File Explorer” for information.To display the memory allocation:1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Memory icon.2. Tap ok when done.To view the running programs:1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Memory icon > Running Programs tab.2. If you wish to free some system memory currently used by the running programs, select a program then tap Stop. To stop all running programs, tap Stop All.Using simple applicationsYour device includes several simple applications that are useful in your day-to-day use of your device.NOTE The major applications that came with the Microsoft® Windows Mobile® 5.0 are discussed in other chapters.To access the applications:1. Tap > Programs.2. Tap an icon to launch a specific application program.
28Chapter 2Calculator Tap the Calculator icon to use basic calculator functions. Games Tap the Games icon to display the available games.Bubble Breaker The main objective of this game is to burst all the bubbles. To do so, tap two or more bubbles of the same color that are connected to each other. The more bubbles you burst at a time, the higher your score.Pictures & Videos Use Pictures & Videos to view pictures and play back videos of various formats stored in your device or in a storage card. You can then send them to your friends, view a slideshow of your pictures, play back the video or set a picture as background on the Today screen.Refer also to the online help on your device for more information on using this feature.To use Pictures:1. Tap > Programs > Pictures & Videos icon. 2. Tap the thumbnail of the picture or video that you wish to open.3. When the picture or video appears on the screen, tap Menu to zoom (zoom in, zoom out or fit the image to window), play slide show, edit your picture or play back the video.Solitaire The main objective of this game is to use all the cards in the deck to build up four suit stacks in ascending order, beginning with the aces.NOTE For details on the game rules, see the Help information on your device by tapping > Help > Contents > Play Games.
Basics29To use Auto Correct:• Tap Menu > Edit > Menu > Auto Correct to automatically adjust the picture.NOTE Tap Menu > Undo to reverse the last action made. Tap Revert to Saved to reverse all actions done on the picture.4. Tap Menu > Set as Today Background... to use the picture as your wallpaper in the Today screen. or Tap Menu > Beam picture... if you wish to send the picture to another device with IR port.5. Tap Send on the Menu bar to attach the picture to an e-mail.To rotate the picture:• Tap Menu > Edit > Rotate from the Menu bar. Each tap of Rotate turns the picture 90 degrees clockwise.To crop the picture:1. Tap Menu > Edit > Menu > Crop.2. Drag the stylus pen over the screen to select the part of the picture you want to retain.3. Tap inside the crop box to crop the picture.4. Tap Undo to reverse the last action made.To save the picture:• Tap Menu > Save As in order to save the changes after editing the picture.
30Chapter 2Checking Device Status Quickly view essential device information such as storage usage and battery life by using ASUS Status. To open ASUS Status:1. Tap the ASUS Status icon at the lower right corner of the screen.2. A menu opens displaying general information about your device. Tap an item to access more options for that particular item.To change Asus Status settings:1. Tap the ASUS Status icon at the lower right corner of the screen then tap Setting...2. Make the desired selections from the available items. You can remove items from the ASUS Status menu by clearing the box beside the items under Show Items.3. Tap ok to make the changes.NOTE If you clear the box beside the Show system status icon, the ASUS Status icon will not show on the Today screen. To make the ASUS Status icon appear again, tap > Settings > System tab > ASUS Status icon.
Synchronize and Enhance31Chapter 3 Synchronize and EnhanceMicrosoft® ActiveSync®The Microsoft® ActiveSync® is one of the important bundled programs in MyPal. With ActiveSync, you can synchronize the information on your desktop computer with the information on your device. Synchronization compares the data on your device with your desktop computer and updates both computers with the most recent information. To get the latest version of Microsoft® ActiveSync® , visit the website: www. microsoft.com/ windowmobile/help/activsync/default.mspx#disclaimer.For example:• Keep Pocket Outlook data up-to-date by synchronizing your device with Microsoft Outlook data on your desktop computer.• Synchronize Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel files between your device and desktop computer. Your files are automatically converted to the correct format.NOTE By default, ActiveSync does not automatically synchronize all types of information. Use the ActiveSync options to turn synchronization on or off for specific information types.With ActiveSync, you can also:• Copy (rather than synchronize) files between your device and desktop computer• Control when synchronization occurs by selecting a synchronization mode. For example, you can synchronize continually while connected to your desktop computer or only when you choose to synchronize.• Select which information types are synchronized and control how much data is synchronized. For example, you can choose to synchronize your appointments of the past two weeks only, appointments older than two weeks are not synchronized.For more information about using ActiveSync:1. Start ActiveSync on your desktop computer.2. On the ActiveSync menu bar, click Help > Microsoft ActiveSync Help.
32Chapter 3Installing ActiveSync® on your computerThe ActiveSync program is already installed on your device. To synchronize information on your device with your computer, you must also install ActiveSync on your computer. Install ActiveSync from the Companion CD that came with your product package.NOTE Before starting the ActiveSync installation, make sure that you have Microsoft® Outlook® installed on your computer. If you do not have Outlook, install the Microsoft® Outlook® from the Companion CD. If you have Outlook 98 or Outlook 2000 installed, you are encouraged to update to the Outlook bundled in the Companion CD.To install ActiveSync on your computer:1. Turn on your computer and monitor.IMPORTANT Do not connect your device to your computer until you have finished installing ActiveSync.2. Place the Companion CD into the optical drive of your computer. The CD autoruns and displays the initial screen, then the Main Menu from which you can start the installation.3. Click on Start Here from the Main Menu.4. Read the Overview before installing ActiveSync to make sure that you perform the installation sequence correctly.5. If you have not installed Outlook, install it now. Click Install Outlook and follow the screen instructions to complete the installation.6. Click Download Connection Wizard and read the overview to see if you require the wizard. Follow the screen instructions to install the wizard on your computer. Return to the Main Menu when done.7. Click Install ActiveSync, then click Install.8. When prompted, select Run this program from its current location then click OK. Or, click Open to launch the wizard that will guide you through the installation.9. Follow the instructions on the succeeding screens. If you have previously installed ActiveSync in your computer, the installation wizard detects it and prompts you with a message.
Synchronize and Enhance33Click Next to continue installing and replace the current version.Click Cancel to quit and keep the current version.10. Wait until the wizard finishes copying all the necessary files, and updates your system. NOTE You may connect your Pocket PC to your computer right after installing ActiveSync. Make sure that the Transmission as Network Interface or Transmission as Serial Interface option is selected in Settings > Connections tab > USB Settings.Synchronizing your deviceConnecting your device to a computer1. Connect the 26-pin device plug of the sync cable to the 26-pin connector at the bottom of your device.2. Connect the other end of the sync cable to a USB port on your computer.Setting up a sync relationshipImmediately after you have completed the installation, the Sync Setup wizard will start automatically to help you establish a sync relationship and customize your synchronization settings. At this point, you can decide exactly which types of information you would like to synchronize with your computer.12
34Chapter 3A sync relationship is a file that allows you to synchronize your device with your desktop computer. This file is stored on your desktop computer. An additional file that enables your desktop computer to recognize your device is stored on your device.To set up a sync relationship:1. On the Synchronization Setup Wizard screen, click Next.2. Select the type of information that you wish to synchronize, then click Next. If you wish to customize a synchronized item, highlight the item then click Settings. On the Calendar Synchronization Settings window, for example, select from the options on how you wish to synchronize the appointments on your device with your computer, then click OK.3. Click Finish to complete the sync relationship setup.
Synchronize and Enhance35Immediately after you set up a sync relationship, ActiveSync starts automatically and initiates the first synchronization between your device and your computer.Refer to the succeeding sections for more details on synchronization.Checking synchronized informationAfter your first synchronization, take a look at Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks on your device. You will notice that the calendar information in Microsoft Outlook on your computer was copied to your device, and the information that you have on your device was copied to your computer.NOTE Open Microsoft Outlook on your desktop computer to see the details of copied information from your device.
36Chapter 3Manually initiating synchronizationOnce you have set up ActiveSync and completed the first synchronization process, you can initiate synchronization from your device at any time. To manually initiate synchronization:1. Tap > Programs > ActiveSync to display the ActiveSync screen.2. To start synchronization, connect your device to your computer, then tap Sync. To end synchronization, tap Stop.You may synchronize via IR (infrared port) or before changing synchronization settings. To do this, you need to stop synchronization with your computer first.NOTE For more information on synchronization, tap while in the ActiveSync screen, then tap Help.Connection statusTap to stop/start synchronization Tap to change synchronization settings
Synchronize and Enhance37Synchronization optionsThe Microsoft ActiveSync program allows you to customize your synchronization settings at any time. You can select the items to synchronize, set the synchronization schedule, and specify the synchronization rules.To display the synchronization options:• From the ActiveSync window on your desktop computer, click on the Options icon, or• From the menu bar, click on Tools, then Options.1. Check the box beside the item that you wish to synchronize.2. Highlight a checked item then click on Settings to specify synchronization options for the item. For example, highlight Calendar then click on Settings to display the Calendar Synchronization Settings window. Customize the available settings, then click OK when done.3. Do the same for the other checked items. To select items to synchronize:4. Click OK when done.NOTE You cannot set the options for unchecked items.To set synchronization schedule:1. Click on the Schedule tab.2. Select your desired synchronization schedule.3. Click OK when done.To specify synchronization rules:1. Click on the Rules tab.2. Select your desired settings from the available options.3. Click OK when done.
38Chapter 3Installing other applicationsThe Companion CD packs a variety of useful applications. You may install some of the applications directly from the CD and download other available applications from the Internet.To install applications from the Companion CD:1. Place the Companion CD into the optical drive of your computer.2. From the Main Menu, click Enhance Your Experience.3. Read the Overview for the important notes.4. Click Mobility to display the available items.5. Click Pocket PC Applications to display the mobility programs that you can install on your device, then click Details for installation instructions.6. Click Entertainment to display the available items.7. Click Pocket PC Applications to display the entertainment programs that you can install on your device, then click Details for installation instructions.8. Click Desktop Applications to display the entertainment programs that you can install on your computer, then click Details for installation instructions.
Microsoft® Pocket Outlook39Chapter 4 Microsoft® Pocket OutlookMicrosoft® Pocket Outlook includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Notes, and Messaging. You can use these programs individually or together. For example, you can use an e-mail address stored in Contacts to address e-mail messages in Messaging.Using ActiveSync®, you can synchronize information in Microsoft Outlook or Microsoft Exchange on your desktop computer with your device. You can also synchronize this information directly with a Microsoft Exchange server. Each time you synchronize, ActiveSync compares the changes you made on your device and desktop computer or server and updates both computers with the latest information. For information on using ActiveSync, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer.You can switch to any of the Pocket Outlook programs by tapping .CalendarUse Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events. You can check your appointments in one of several views (Agenda, Day, Week, Month, and Year) and easily switch views using the View menu.NOTE You can customize the Calendar display, such as changing the first day of the week, by tapping Menu > Options.Tap to display or edit the appointment detailsTap to create a new appointmentTap to change the calendar display by Day, Week, Month, Year or Agenda
40Chapter 4Creating appointmentsTo create an appointment:1. If you are in Day or Week view, tap your desired date for the appointment,2. Tap Menu > New Appointment.3. Using the input panel, enter a description and a location. Tap to select the field.4. If needed, tap the date and time to change them.5. Enter other desired information. You will need to hide the input panel to see all available fields.6. To add notes, tap the Notes tab. You can enter text, draw, or create a recording. For more information on creating notes, see the section “Notes” later in this chapter.7. When done, tap ok to return to Calendar.Tap to select from a predefined textTap to select from previously entered locationsTap to specify the time of appointmentTap to specify the date of appointmentTap to add notes to the appointmentNOTE Tap Menu > Options... > Appointments tab to set the device to remind you of all your new appointments. Your device will remind you according to the options set in , Settings, Personal tab, Sounds & Notifications.
Microsoft® Pocket Outlook41Using the summary screenWhen you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen appears. To change the appointment, tap Edit.Creating meeting requestsYou can set up meetings with users of Outlook and Pocket Outlook. The meeting request will be created automatically and sent either when you synchronize Inbox or when you connect to your e-mail server.To create a meeting request:1. Tap Menu > Options > Appointments tab to indicate how you want meeting requests sent.2. If you send and receive e-mail messages through ActiveSync, select ActiveSync.To schedule a meeting:1. Create an appointment.2. In the appointment details, hide the input panel, then tap Attendees.3. From the list of e-mail addresses you have entered in Contacts, select the meeting attendees. Tap Add to select more contacts. Tap ok when done. The meeting notice is created automatically and placed in the Outbox folder. For more information on sending and receiving meeting requests, see Calendar and Messaging online help on the device.Appointment detailsNotes/additional information on the appointmentTap to change details of the appointmentTap to show beam, delete and send via bluetooth options for an appointment
42Chapter 4Contacts Contacts maintains a list of your friends and colleagues so that you can easily find the information you look for, whether you are at home or on the road. Using the Bluetooth or the infrared port (IR) on the device, you can quickly share Contacts information with other device users.NOTE To change the way information is displayed in the list, tap Menu > Options.Tap and enter part of a name to quickly find it on the listTap to select the category of contacts you want to displayTap to display or edit the contact detailsTap to create a new contactCreating contactsTo create a contact:1. Tap > Contacts > New.2. Using the input panel, enter a name and other contact information. You will need to scroll down to see all available fields.3. To assign the contact a category, scroll to and tap Categories, then select a category from the list. On the contact list, you can display the contacts by category.Tap to copy, delete, or share the contact selected
Microsoft® Pocket Outlook43Using the summary screenTapping a contact on the contact list displays a summary screen. To change the contact information, tap Edit.Contact detailsTap to display notesTap to change contact information4. To add notes, tap the Notes tab. You can enter text, draw, or create a recording. For more information on creating notes, see the section “Notes” later in this chapter.5. Tap ok to return to the contact list when done.

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