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MyPal A730 Pocket PCUser’s manual

iiiContents at a glanceThis user’s manual contains the information you need to efficiently useASUS® MyPal A730 Pocket PC.• Chapter 1 - Get started!.............................................................. 1-1This chapter introduces the ASUS MyPal A730 Pocket PC, how toset and power it up, and basic screens that will familiarize you withits many features.• Chapter 2 - Learn the basics ..................................................... 2-1This chapter will teach you the basic functions in ASUS MyPal A730Pocket PC. You will learn how to enter, find, and organize information, customize the device, and use the bundled ASUS utilities.• Chapter 3 - Microsoft® ActiveSync®........................................... 3-1This chapter tells you how to use the Microsoft® ActiveSync® tosynchronize your device with your desktop computer.• Chapter 4 - Microsoft® Pocket Outlook ..................................... 4-1This chapter details the procedures for the Microsoft® Pocket OutlookCalendar, Contacts, Tasks, Notes, and Inbox.• Chapter 5 - Companion programs............................................. 5-1This chapter includes information on Pocket Word, Pocket Excel,MSN Messenger, Windows Media Player for Pocket PC, andMicrosoft Reader.• Chapter 6 - Pocket Internet Explorer ......................................... 6-1This chapter gives information on using Pocket Internet Explorer,Mobile Favorites folder, and AvantGo interactive service.• Chapter 7 - Get connected ......................................................... 7-1This chapter provides the procedures for connecting to the Internet,and for transferring data using infrared (IR).• Chapter 8 - Bluetooth®...................................................................................................8-1This chapter provides information on using the Bluetooth featurebuilt-in the device.

ivA730 specificationsProcessorOperating systemMemoryDisplayBatteryCard slotConnectionAudioCameraSizeWeightIntel® Bulverde 520 MHzMicrosoft® Windows Mobile™ 2003 Second Edition64MB Flash ROM64MB SDRAM (48MB /46MB user accessible for Western/ Eastern languages, respectively)3.7-inch, brilliant transflective LCD65,536 colors, 16-bit displayVGA 640 x 480 resolution1100 mAh Lithium Ion (up to 9-hour battery life)Built-in backup battery 20mAhCompactFlash Type II (3.3V) card slotSD card slot (3.3V) with SDIO supportBluetooth®Infrared 115.2Kbps3.5 mm stereo headphone jackBuilt-in microphone and speakerBuilt-in 1.3 Megapixel resolutionASUS Camera interface117.5 mm x 72.8 mm x 16.9 mm (L x W x H)4.63 in. x 2.87 in. x 0.66 in. (L x W x H)170 g

vPackage contentsYour package includes several accessories for the Pocket PC. Afterunpacking, check the items against the list below and make sure that theyare in good condition. If any item is missing or damaged, contact yourdealer or retailer immediately.** English version keyboard. Visit the ASUS website to check the availability of other language version keyboards.Standard package contents• ASUS MyPal A730• USB cradle• USB sync cable• AC adapter/power cord Input: 100V~240V Output: 5V 2.4A 10W• Stylus• Microsoft Companion CD• Bonus CD• User’s Manual• Quick Start Guide• Warranty cardOptional accessories• Stylus• Car charger• Foldable keyboard**• Leather handheld case• Traveling USB sync cable• AC adapter/power cord (UL/CEE/UK/SAA/CCEE)

Get started!1-1Chapter 1Get started!♦♦♦♦♦Introducing MyPal ................................................ 1-2Front features........................................................................... 1-2Back features ........................................................................... 1-3Side features ............................................................................ 1-4Top features ............................................................................. 1-5Bottom features........................................................................ 1-5The stylus................................................................................. 1-6The cradle ................................................................................ 1-6♦♦♦♦♦Setting up MyPal................................................... 1-8Removing and replacing the back cover .................................. 1-7Installing and removing the battery .......................................... 1-9Placing on the cradle ............................................................. 1-10Connecting the AC adapter .....................................................1-11♦♦♦♦♦Additional storage .............................................. 1-12Installing and removing an SD card ....................................... 1-12Installing and removing a CF card ......................................... 1-13♦♦♦♦♦Activating MyPal ................................................. 1-14♦♦♦♦♦Basic screens on MyPal..................................... 1-15Today screen.......................................................................... 1-15Start menu ............................................................................. 1-16Command bar ........................................................................ 1-17Pop-up menus........................................................................ 1-17

1-2Chapter 1Introducing MyPalThe ASUS®MyPal A730 Pocket PC is truly a good companion wherever you go.Powered by a 520MHz Intel® Bulverde processor, equipped with 64MBSDRAM and 64MB Flash ROM, and bundled with the Microsoft® WindowsMobile® 2003 Second Edition plus a host of useful utilities, you haveeverything you need in your pocket!Front features•Power LED - blinks green when the battery is charging; steady greenwhen the battery is fully charged and the device is connected to an ACpower source.•Bluetooth LED - lights up blue when the Bluetooth™ feature is ON.•LCD touch screen - allows you to enter, read, send, receive, or edit databy tapping on it. The screen lumination is increased or decreased bychanging the backlight settings.•Microphone - magnifies your sound recording.LCD touch screen4-way Navigation buttonTasks buttonContacts buttonASUS Launcher buttonCalendar buttonBluetooth LEDPower LEDMicrophoneLaunch button

Get started!1-3•ASUS Launcher, Calendar, Tasks, and Contacts buttons - allow youquick access to commonly used programs.•4-way navigation button - functions like the four arrow keys on akeyboard. This button allows you to move through the program icons,folders, or files in a menu by scrolling up or down, left or right.•Launch button - allows you to launch a selected program, list foldercontents, or open a file.Back featuresNOTE The back cover is removable, and allows you to remove orreplace the main battery. Refer to section “Setting up MyPal”on page 1-7 for instructions.Camera lensSpeaker•Camera lens - allows you to focus and take a photo or video of asubject.CAUTION! DO NOT touch the camera lens!•Speaker - allows you to hear alarms and other sound outputs from thedevice.

1-4Chapter 1Side featuresLeft side Right side•Power/Backlight button - turns the device power on or off if you pressthe button quickly. Pressing and holding the button for a few secondsturns the backlight on or off. Turning off the backlight saves batterypower.NOTE Press this button and the Tasks button simultaneously if youwish to launch the Align Screen function.•Camera / Notes /Record button- while in the main screen (Today screen), press once to launch theNotes program- while in the Notes program, press once to start recording- while in ASUS Camera Soft Corder program, press once to take aphoto shot (Photo capture mode), or start/stop recording a video(Video recorder mode)•Back cover latch - secures the back cover to the main unit.NOTE As a precaution, the power button is automatically disabledwhen you unlock the battery latch. You may only turn on thepower when the battery is securely locked to the unit.Camera buttonPower button/Backlight buttonBack cover latch

Get started!1-5Top featuresBottom features•Headphone jack - connects a headphone.•CF card slot - accommodates a CompactFlash (CF) card.•SD card slot - accommodates an SD card.•Infrared (IR) port - allows you to copy or send data to another devicethat has an IR port.•Cradle connector / Sync cable connector - connects to the 26-pinfemale connector on the cradle. If you are not using the cradle, connectthe 26-pin USB sync cable directly to this connector to synchronize yourdevice with your computer.•Reset switch - allows you to perform a soft reset in case the devicemalfunctions, or when an application hangs. Press the tip of the stylus onthe switch to reset the system.•Stylus - used for tapping or writing on the LCD touch screen. Slide outthe stylus from its compartment. Refer to the description of the stylus onthe next page.CF card slotHeadphone jackSD card slotCradle connector /Sync cable connectorReset switchStylus

1-6Chapter 1The cradleThe cradle has three key parts.•Device connector - holds the device on the cradle, and functions as asynchronization interface. This is a 26-pin connector that matches theconnector on the bottom of the device.•Stylus holder - provides a convenient place for the stylus when thedevice is on the cradle.•USB connector - synchronizes the device with your PC.•Power connector - connects the bundled AC adapter.The stylusThe stylus functions on a Pocket PC the same waya mouse functions on a standard PC. Use the stylusto tap or drag on the LCD touch screen to openprograms or execute commands.•Tap. Touch the screen once with the stylus toopen programs and select options.•Drag. Hold the stylus on the screen and dragacross the screen to select text and images. Dragin a list to select multiple items.•Tap and hold. Tap and hold the stylus on an itemto see a list of actions available for that item. On the displayed pop-upmenu, tap the action that you want to perform.Device connector USB connectorPower connectorStylus holderSlide out thestylus from thecompartment

Get started!1-7Setting up MyPalRemoving and replacing the back coverTo remove the back cover:1. Locate the latch on the right side of thedevice, then use the stylus to push tolatch toward to “unlocked” icon.2. Carefully slide the cover downward until itis released from the device.NOTE As a precaution, the power button is automatically disabledwhen you unlock the back cover latch. You may only turn onthe power when the back cover is securely locked to the unit.

1-8Chapter 1To replace the back cover:1. Carefully slide the cover fromthe bottom of the devicemaking sure that the rails on itssides match the grooves on theside of the device.2. Use the stylus to push the latch towardthe “locked” icon.GrooveRail(on inner side)

Get started!1-9Installing and removing the batteryNOTE At this point, the bottom edge of the battery should fit thebottom edge of the compartment.3. Push the battery upward until youhear the battery latch clickindicating that the battery is lockedin place, and the battery contactsmatched the 4-pin connector on thecompartment.NOTE You need to remove the back cover to access the batterycompartment. Refer to the section “Removing and replacingthe back cover” on page 1-7 for instructions.To install the battery:1. Position and insert the left side of thebattery with the notches matching thetabs on the left side of the compartment.2. Press the right side of the battery tocompletely fit it into the compartment.Notches onthe batteryBattery latch lockedBattery contacts

1-10Chapter 1To remove the battery:1. Use the stylus to push and unlockthe battery latch.2. Push the battery downward todisengage it from the batterycontacts on the compartment.Battery latch unlocked3. Flip up the upper edge of the battery toremove it from the compartment.Placing on the cradlePosition the device on the cradle as shown. Match the connectors andcarefully insert the device until it fits in place.

Get started!1-11Connecting the AC adapterTo connect the AC adapter without the cradle:1. Connect the power cable to the jack on the sync cable adapter.2. Connect the 26-pin device plug to the 26-pin connector on the bottomof the device.3. Connect the power plug to a grounded wall socket.To connect the AC adapter with the cradle:1. Connect the powercable to theconnector at the backof the cradle.2. Connect the powerplug to a groundedwall socket.Power cableSync cableSync cable adapter26-pin device plugNOTE The power LED (green) blinks as soon as you connect thepower cable to a power source.

1-12Chapter 1Additional storageYour device comes with two kinds of memory card slots for additionalstorage. The CF card slot supports the multimedia cards listed under“Optional Accessories” on page v of this manual. The SD card slotsupports the SecureDigital memory card.NOTE You need to Install an SD card or CF card if you wish to usethe ASUS backup features.NOTE An SD card fits only in one orientation, and slides smoothlyinto the slot if inserted correctly. DO NOT force the SD cardinto the slot!Installing and removing an SD cardTo install an SD card:1. With the label side (usually theside with the card manufacturer’sname) face up, and the bar code/serial number side face down,insert the card into the SD slot.To remove an SD card:Press the card slightly until it ejects.Label side2. Push the card all the way into the slot until it fits completely. If properlyinstalled, the SD card edge aligns with the top edge of the device.

Get started!1-13NOTE A CF card fits only in one orientation, and slides smoothly intothe slot if inserted correctly. DO NOT force the CF card intothe slot!Installing and removing a CF cardTo install a CF card:1. Locate the card side with the 50-pin female connector and insert intothe slot. The label side (usually the side with the card manufacturer’sname) face up, and the bar code/serial number side face down.2. Push the card all the way into the slot until it fits completely. If properlyinstalled, the CF card edge aligns with the top edge of the device.To remove a CF card:Simply pull out the card from the slot.Label side

1-14Chapter 1Activating MyPalIt is important that you properly calibrate and activate your device beforeusing it. This process ensures accurate positioning when entering text andselecting menus.To activate your device:1. Press the power button.The Align screen appears when you turn on thedevice for the first time, and after you perform ahardware reset using the reset button.Power button2. Use the stylus to tap the center of thecross to do the align screen process. Youmay have to do this step a few times toproperly calibrate.4. Follow the screen instructions until setupis complete.5. When prompted, select your time zone.6. When the Today screen appears, yourare ready to use your device. Proceed tothe next section for information on thebasic screens on your device.

Get started!1-15Basic screens on MyPalToday screenNormally, the Today screen appears when you turn on your device for thefirst time each day.NOTE When the device is already on and the screen displaysanother program, you can display the Today screen bytapping the icon. Then from the Start menu, tap Today.As shown in the sample below, the Today screen lets you see at a glancethe summary of the important information for the day.From the Today screen, tap any of the listed items with the stylus todisplay the details. See “Chapter 2: Learn the basics” to learn how tomodify the current tasks or activities, or to add new items or information.Tap to switchto a programTap to set up or change network or modem connectionsTap to change volume or mute all soundsTap to display the date, time,and your next appointmentTap to change the date and timeYour day at a glanceTap to display the Bluetooth menuTap to create a new itemTap to view PC connection statusTap to shift display to landscape or portrait orientation

1-16Chapter 1Start menuFrom 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.Icon Program DescriptionActiveSync Synchronize information between yourdevice and your desktop computer.Calendar Keep track of your appointments and createmeeting requests.Contacts Keep track of your friends and colleagues.Inbox Send and receive e-mail messages.Internet Explorer Browse Web and WAP sites, and downloadnew programs and files from the Internet.Notes Create handwritten or typed notes, drawings,and recordings.Tasks Keep track of your tasks.Programs Tap to see additional programs installed inyour device.Settings Tap to see items that you can customize oradjust to your preference.Find Tap to find data in your device.Help Tap to see the Help contents.Tap 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

Get started!1-17Command barAt the bottom of the screen is the Command bar. You can use the menusand buttons on the Command bar to perform tasks in programs.NOTE The menus and buttons vary depending on the programs youare using.Pop-up menusWith the pop-up menus, you can easily choose an action for an item. Forexample, you can use the pop-up menu in Notes to delete, copy, or beaman item.To access a pop-up menu, tap and hold the stylus on the item that youwish to perform action on. When the menu appears, lift the stylus, and tapthe action that you want to execute. To close the pop-up menu withoutperforming an action, tap anywhere outside the menu.Tap to select menucommands Tap to selectbutton commands Tap to displaythe input panelTap and hold until the pop-up menu appearsTap the action that you wish to performTap outside the pop-up menu to close itwithout performing an actionNOTE The pop-up menus are also available in most other programsin your device; however, the pop-up menu items varydepending on the program or application.

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Learn the basics2-1Chapter 2Learn the basics♦♦♦♦♦Entering information ............................................ 2-2Entering text using the Input Panel .......................................... 2-2Writing on the screen ............................................................... 2-5Drawing on the screen ............................................................. 2-8Recording a message .............................................................. 2-9Using a preset message ........................................................ 2-10♦♦♦♦♦Finding and organizing information ..................2-11Using the Find function ...........................................................2-11Using the File Explorer........................................................... 2-12♦♦♦♦♦Customizing your device ................................... 2-13Changing the date and time ................................................... 2-14Changing the Start menus ..................................................... 2-15Changing the owner information ............................................ 2-16Setting a password ................................................................ 2-17Changing the screen display orientation ................................ 2-18Changing the screen theme ................................................... 2-21Changing the button assignments ......................................... 2-22Selecting sounds and notifications......................................... 2-23Using ASUS Launcher ........................................................... 2-24♦♦♦♦♦ASUS utilities ...................................................... 2-28ASUS Backup ........................................................................ 2-28ASUS Settings ....................................................................... 2-28♦♦♦♦♦Bundled programs.............................................. 2-41ASUS Programs..................................................................... 2-41Games ................................................................................... 2-42Calculator ............................................................................... 2-42File Explorer ........................................................................... 2-42MSN Messenger .................................................................... 2-43Pocket MSN ........................................................................... 2-43Pocket Word .......................................................................... 2-43Pocket Excel .......................................................................... 2-44Pictures .................................................................................. 2-44Terminal Services Client ........................................................ 2-44

2-2Chapter 2Entering informationYou can enter information in your device in any of the following ways.• Use the input panel to enter text using the soft keyboard or the LetterRecognizer• 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 fromyour 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 LetterRecognizer,Block Recognizer, or Transcriber. In either case, thecharacters appear as typed text on the screen.To show or hide the input panel, tap the Input Panel button. Tap the arrownext to the Input Panel button to see your options.To type with the soft keyboard:1. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then tap Keyboard.NOTE To demonstrate, open Notes.2. Tap the keys with the stylus to enter information.Select an input methodTap to show or hide the input panelTap to display the input method options

Learn the basics2-3When you use the Input Panel and the soft keyboard, your deviceanticipates 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 theinsertion point. The more your use your device, the more words it learns toanticipate.NOTE To change options on word completion feature:1. Tap .2. Tap Settings.3. Tap Personal tab.4. Tap Input.5. Tap Word Completion tab.6. Make your desired changes.To use Letter Recognizer:With the Letter Recognizer, you can write letters on the screen with thestylus as you would on paper.1. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then tap LetterRecognizer.2. Write a letter in the box.When you write a letter, it is converted to a typed text that appears onthe screen. For instructions and demonstation on using the LetterRecognizer, tap the question mark next to the writing area.Tap here if this is the word you wish to use

2-4Chapter 2To use Block Recognizer:With the Block Recognizer, you can input character strokes that are similarto those use on other devices.1. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then tap BlockRecognizer.2. Write a letter in the box.When you write a letter, it is converted to a typed text that appears onthe screen. For instructions and demonstation on using the BlockRecognizer, tap the question mark next to the writing area.To use Transcriber:With Transcriber, you can use the stylus to write anywhere on the screenas you would on paper. Unlike Letter Recognizer and Block Recognizer,you can write a sentence or additional information. Pause after writing andlet Transcriber convert the written characters to typed characters.1. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then tap Transcriber.2. Write anywhere on the screen.For instructions and demonstration on using Transcriber, withTranscriber open, tap the question mark in the lower right corner ofthe 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 Edit on the Command bar and select an action, or use one of thetools in the Input Panel to enter a new text.

Learn the basics2-5Writing on the screenIn any program that accepts writing, such as the Notes program, and in theNotes tab in Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks, you can use the stylus towrite directly on the screen. Write the way you do on paper. You can editand format what you have written and convert the information to text at alater time.To write on the screen:1. Open the Notes program.2. Tap the Pen button to switch to the writing mode. The screen displaysblank space with lines to help you write.3. Write your text.NOTE Some programs that accept writing may not have the Penbutton. See the documentation for that program to find outhow to switch to writing mode.Tap the Pen button and useyour stylus like a penWrite your text here

2-6Chapter 2To edit your writing:1. Tap and hold the stylus next to the text that you wish to select until theinsertion point appears.2. Without lifting, drag the stylus across the text to select it.If you accidentally write on the screen, tap Tools, then Undo and tryagain. You can also select text by tapping the Pen button to deselect it,then dragging the stylus across the screen.3. Tap Edit on the Command bar and select an action, or use one of thetools in the Input Panel to enter a new text.To convert writing to text:• Tap Tools, then Recognize.To select a zoom level:• Tap Tools, then tap a zoom percentage from the options.The writing is turned into text

Learn the basics2-7If the conversion is incorrect, you can select different words from a list ofalternates 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 ofalternate words for the selection.3. Tap the word that you want to use, or tap the writing at the top of themenu 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 ofthe “t” and apostrophes below the top line so that they are not confusedwith the word above. Write periods and commas above the line.• For better recognition, try increasing the zoom level to 300% using theTools menu.• Write the letters of a word closely and leave big gaps between words sothat the device can easily tell where the words begin and end.• Hyphenated words, foreign words that use special characters such asaccents, and some punctuation cannot be converted.• If you add writing to a word to change it after the word has beenrecognized, the writing that you added will be included when you try torecognize the writing again.Tap to return to youroriginal writingOr, tap the word thatyou want to use

2-8Chapter 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 youselect items and how they can be edited. For example, selected drawingscan be resized, while writing cannot.To create a drawing:1. Use the stylus to make a stroke three ruled lines high. A dotted boxappears.2. Make your drawing in or touching the drawing box and crossing threeruled lines. If the drawing does not cross three lines, it changes to writing.NOTE To easily work on or view your drawing, change the zoomlevel by tapping Tools and selecting your desired zoom.To edit your drawing:1. Tap and hold the stylus on the drawing until the selection handleappears. To select multiple drawings, deselect the Pen button, thendrag to select the drawings you want.2. Tap and hold the selected drawing, then tap an editing command onthe pop-up menu or tap a command on the Edit menu.3. Resize the drawing by deselecting the Pen button (if selected) anddragging a selection handle to your desired size.The drawing box indicates theboundaries of the drawingPen button

Learn the basics2-9Recording a messageIn any program where you can write or draw on the screen, you can alsoquickly capture thoughts, reminders, and phone numbers by recording amessage. In Calendar, Tasks, and Contacts, you can include a recordingin the Notes tab. In the Notes program, you can either create a stand-alone recording or include a recording in a written note. If you want toinclude 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 , then tap Notes,.ORTap New, then Note.2. Tap the Record icon from the command bar to display the recordingtoolbar.3. Tap the Record button (red button) to begin recording.4. Hold your device with the microphone near your mouth or other sourceof sound.5. To stop recording, tap the Record button. You will hear two beeps. Thenew recording appears in the Note list, or as an embedded icon.6. To play the recording, tap it from the list, or if embedded in a note, tapthe speaker icon.Indicates an embeddedrecordingTap to show or hide theRecording toolbarTap to begin recording

2-10Chapter 2Using a preset messageWhen using Inbox or MSN Messenger, use My Text to quickly insertpreset or frequently used messages into the text entry area. To insert amessage, tap My Text and tap your desired message.NOTE You can add text after inserting a My Text message.However, you have to add it before sending the message.To edit a preset message:1. Tap Tools, then Edit My Text Messages.2. Select a message and make your desired changes.To change the recording format:1. In the note list, tap Tools thenOptions.2. Tap the Global Input Options link.3. Tap the Options tab.Mobile Voice is a 2.4KB audio codec.It is the recommended format becauseit provides good voice recording andless storage space.Pulse Code Modulation (PCM)provides slightly better sound qualitybut takes up 50 times more storagespace tham Mobile Voice recordings.

Learn the basics2-11Finding and organizing informationThe Find and Help features on your device helps you quickly locateinformation.Using the Find functionTo find information:1. Tap , then tap Find.2. Enter the text that you want to find,select a data type, then tap Go to startthe search. To quickly find informationthat is taking up space on your device,select Larger than 64 KB in Type.To use the Help feature:1. Tap , then tap Help.2. Tap a link to the topic that you wish todisplay.Type a word to findTap to search for the wordTopics found containingthe searched word

2-12Chapter 2Using the File ExplorerTo use the File Explorer to find and organize files:1. Tap , then tap Programs.2. In the Program screen, tap the File Explorer icon to display the files inyour device.Tap to select a sort orderTap to display sort optionsTap to display the contents of My Documents folderTap to display the contents of theFlash disk or the storage cardTap to open a path to a network

Learn the basics2-13Customizing your deviceYou can customize your device by adjusting the settings, using the built-inprograms, and installing additional software.You can adjust the device settings to your preference.To see the available options:1. Tap , then tap Settings to display the Settings screen.2. Tap the Personal or System tab on the bottom of the screen.You may want to adjust any one of the following items.•Clock. Change the time or set alarms.•Menus. Customize what appears on the menu, and enable a pop-upmenu from the New button.•Owner information. Enter your contact information.•Password. Add security to your device.•Power. Display the remaining battery power indicated by a bar chart.•Today. Customize the look and information displayed on the Todayscreen.NOTE Refer to the section “ASUS utilities” later in this chapter fordetails on the bundled ASUS programs.

2-14Chapter 2Changing the date and timeTo change the date and time settings:1. Tap , tap Settings, then the System tab.2. Tap the Clock & Alarms icon.3. Make your desired settings.To change the alarm settings:1. Tap , tap Settings, then the System tab.2. Tap the Clock & Alarms icon, then the Alarm tab.3. Make your desired settings.Tap to select a time zoneHighlight a Time item thentap up or down arrow to setTap this down arrow todisplay the CalendarTap a day of the week for the alarmTap and type a description for the alarmTap to display the clock andspecify a time for the alarm

Learn the basics2-15Changing the Start menusTo change the menu items:1. Tap , tap Settings, then tap theMenus icon.2. Select the items that you wish toappear on the Start Menu.3. Tap the New Menu tab.4. Select the items that you wish toappear on the New menu (located onthe lower left corner of the mainscreen).

2-16Chapter 2Changing the owner informationTo change the owner information:1. Tap , tap Settings, then tap the 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.6. Tap the Options tab, then select the items that you wish to appearonscreen whenever you turn on the device. Tap OK when done.

Learn the basics2-17Setting a passwordTo set a password for your device:1. Tap , tap Settings, then tap the Password icon.2 Check the box Prompt if device unused, then select the period fromthe available options by tapping the down arrow.3. Select the password type, Simple 4 digit or Strong alphanumeric.4. Key-in a password. If you selected the Strong alphanumeric type ofpassword, you need to key-in the password twice.5. Tap the Hint tab to create a kind ofreminder in case you forget yourpassword.6. Tap OK when done.

2-18Chapter 2Changing the screen display orientationTo change the screen display orientation:1. Tap , tap Settings, then the System tab.2. Tap the Screen icon to show the screen options.3. Select your desired orientation, then tap OK.NOTE To quickly change the screen display orientation, simply tapthe Screen icon on the lower right corner of the screen.Portrait orientationThis setting Shows this screenSets the screen display to portraitor landscape orientation

Learn the basics2-19Landscape orientation (right-handed)Landscape orientation (left-handed)NOTE: Device buttons on the left-hand side.This setting Shows this screenNOTE: Device buttons on the right-hand side.This setting Shows this screen

2-20Chapter 2To enable the ClearType feature:1. Tap , tap Settings, then theSystem tab.2. Tap the Screen icon to show thescreen options.3. Tap the Clear Type tab.4. Check the Enable Clear Type box,then tap OK.To change the screen text size:1. Tap , tap Settings, then the Systemtab.2. Tap the Screen icon to show thescreen options.3. Tap the Text Size tab.4. Move the slider toward the Smallest orLargest until you attain your desiredtext size. Tap OK.The slider is on the center of the line bydefault.Smaller text Larger text

Learn the basics2-21Changing the screen themeTo change the screen theme:1. Tap , tap Settings, then tap the Today icon.2. Select your desired theme.orCheck the box Use this picture as the background, then tap Browseto select an image from your picture files.3. Tap OK when done.To specify the items to appear on the Today screen:1. Tap , tap Settings, then tap theToday icon.2. Tap the Items tab.3. Check the box opposite your desireditems. Tap OK when done.

2-22Chapter 2Changing the button assignmentsTo change the button assignments:1. Tap , tap Settings, then tap theButtons icon.2. Highlight a button by tapping on it.3. Tap the down arrow to display theprograms that you can assign to thebutton.4. Repeat steps 2 to 3 to change otherbutton assignments.5. Tap OK when done.To customize the speed of your Up/Down button control:1. Tap the Up/Down Control tab.2. Tap the slider to your desired settings.3. Tap OK when done.

Learn the basics2-23Selecting sounds and notificationsYour device can remind you of things you have to do in several ways. Forexample, if you have set up an appointment in Calendar, a task with a duedate, 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 choose the reminder types and sounds:1. Tap , then tap Settings.2. From the Settings screen, tap theSounds & Notifications icon todisplay the Sounds screen.3. Select the items that you wish toenable.4. Tap the Notifications tab and set theevent notification details.

2-24Chapter 2Using ASUS LauncherThis program allows you the convenience of classifying your frequentlyused programs, and quickly launching them with just a few taps.To access ASUS Launcher:1. Tap , then Programs.2. Tap ASUS Programs, then ASUS Launcher.NOTE To quickly access ASUS Launcher, press the button(leftmost) on your device.3. From the command bar, tapName to display the names of theexisting categories.The default categories areFavorites,Start Menu, andPrograms.4. Tap a category to display theprograms it contains.By default, the Favorites categorycontains the ASUS Launcher andASUS Backup program icons.NOTE You cannot delete the default categories. However, you mayedit the default titles, and add or delete programs containedin these categories.

Learn the basics2-255. Tap Start Menu or Programs to display the default programs in them.NOTE Whatever category is selected, that category will be launchedthe next time you tap the AsusLauncher icon.To edit the name of a default category:1. Tap Name, and select a category that you wish to rename. Forexample, Programs.2. Tap Category, then Edit Title.3. In the Edit Current Category screen, revise the name.4. Tap OK.

2-26Chapter 2To customize an existing category:1. Tap Editor, then Copy To.2. Tap Name, then tap the categorywhere you wish to copy the programicon, e.g. Programs or Start Menu.3. In the Programs (or Start Menu)screen, tap the program icon that youwish to copy. For example,Jawbreaker. A pop-up screenappears.4. Select a target destination for theprogram icon. For example, Favorites.5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to copy otherprograms that you wish to launch often.6. When done, tap Copy To then Launch to return to the launch mode.NOTE The option Copy To copies the program icon to yourspecified destination but still keeps it in the original category.If you do not wish to have duplicate icons, use the optionMove To.7. Tap Name then Favorites to displayyour customized quick launchprograms.8. Tap OK to set Favorites as your quicklaunch category.The next time you accessAsusLauncher, the Favorites categoryappears.

Learn the basics2-27To remove programs from a category:1. Tap Editor, then Remove.2. Tap Name, then any of theexisting categories.3. Tap the program icon that youwish to remove. For example, theCalculator icon in the Favoritesscreen.The icon disappears from thescreen as soon as you tap it.4. When done, tap Remove thenLaunch to return to the launchmode.5. Tap OK to save your changes.To add a new category:1. Tap Category, then Add. A newcategory is automatically added.2. Tap Name to see the updated listof categories.3. If you wish to rename the newcategory, se page 2-17 forinstructions.

2-28Chapter 21. Tap , then tap Settings.2. Tap the System tab, then tap theMemory icon.3. On the Memory screen, tap theRunning Programs tab.4. Tap the Stop All button, then tapOK.2. Tap ASUS Programs, then tapASUS Backup.A message appears asking you tostop other programs beforerunning the backup utility.3. Tap OK and stop all runningprograms.To stop all running programs:ASUS utilitiesBesides the Microsoft program that allows you to back up data, yourdevice also includes proprietary ASUS utilities. The ASUS utilities allowyou to backup or restore data, and adjust settings to customize yourdevice and maximize its use.ASUS BackupThe ASUS Backup utility lets you back up your system files and/or datacontained in the main system memory. Unlike the ASUS SmartKeeperautomatic backup feature that backs up the entire system status (systemand data) into one backup file, this utility allows you to manually createseparate backup files for your system files and data files. You may evencategorize the data files and place into different folders.To access the ASUS backup utility:1. Tap , then tap Programs.

Learn the basics2-291. Return to the ASUS programsscreen and tap the ASUSBackup icon.2. Tap the Backup tab on the ASUSBackup screen.3. Tap All Data button to back up alldata on your device.To back up all data on your device:4. In the Backup File screen:• specify a file name for thebackup• specify the folder in which tostore the backup file (optional)• select the storage device(Flash Disk or CF card) whereyou wish to save your backupfile5. Tap OK to start the backupprocess.NOTE You need to insert a CF memory card or an SD card if youwish to save your backup file into a removable storagedevice. Otherwise, you can save the backup file into theFlash Disk.NOTE See the online help on your device for online instructions toback up or restore data.

2-30Chapter 26. The screen shows the status of the backup process. When done, amessage appears indicating that the backup is complete, and showsthe total size of the backed up files.In case the program fails to back up any items, it will show the items onthe screen.7. Tap OK.To back up only PIM data on your device:1. On the ASUS Backup screen, tapPIM Data button to back up onlythe personal informationmanagement (PIM) data on yourdevice.2. Select the storage device (FlashDisk or CF card) where you wishto save your backup file.Tapping Cancel returns you to theprevious screen.3. Tap the Backup tab.

Learn the basics2-31If you checked the box UserDefined Folders, tap Define tospecify the folders that you wishto include in the backup file, thentap OK.6. Tap Start to begin the backupprocess.7. When the backup process iscomplete, the screen displays themessage “Complete” and a list ofall the backed up items.8. Tap OK.4. Type a name for your backup fileand the folder where you wish toplace it. You may opt not tospecify a folder.5. Check the boxes opposite theitems that you wish to back up, ortap Select All to select all listeditems.

2-32Chapter 2To restore all data:1. Tap , then tap Programs.NOTE If you saved your backup file into a CF memory card, youneed to insert that CF memory card into the CF slot whenrestoring data. Otherwise, you will receive the message “Nostorage devices are found!”2. On the ASUS Programs screenTap the ASUS Backup icon.When prompted, stop all runningprograms. See page 2-29 forinstructions.3. Tap the Restore tab on the ASUSBackup screen.4. Tap All Data.5. In the Backup File screen:• select the backup file name(tap the arrow to list down otherbackup files, if any)• select the folder that containsyour backup file (optional)• select the storage device(Flash Disk or CF card) whereyou stored your backup file6. Tap OK to start the restoreprocess.7. When the restoration is done, amessage appears prompting youto reset the device.8. Tap OK to reset.

Learn the basics2-331. On the ASUS Backup screen, tapPIM Data.2. When prompted, select thestorage device (Flash Disk or CFcard) where you stored yourbackup file.Tapping Cancel returns you to theprevious screen.3. Tap the Restore tab.To restore PIM data:4. Select the backup file name (tapthe arrow to list down otherbackup files, if any).5. Check the boxes opposite theitems that you wish to restore, ortap Select All to select all listeditems.If you checked the box UserDefined Folders, tap Define tospecify the folders that you wishto restore, then tap OK.6. Tap Start to begin the restoreprocess.7. When the restoration is done, amessage appears prompting youto reset the device.8. Tap OK to reset.

2-34Chapter 2ASUS SmartKeeperThe ASUS SmartKeeper is an automatic backup feature that prompts youto backup the current system status in a CF card or SD card whenever theremaining battery power reaches a certain level. With the automaticoption, the backup process is done whether the device is ON or OFF aslong as a CF card or an SD card is present in their respective slot.Requirements for automatic backup• SmartKeeper is enabled• a CF card or SD card in the card slot (64MB free space recommended)• the remaining battery power in the device reaches a low levelTo enable automatic backup:1. Tap , then tap Settings.2. Tap the System tab on the bottom ofthe Settings screen.3. Tap the SmartKeeper icon to launchSmartKeeper.4. Select the available storage device(SD card or CF card) to use forbackup, then tap Apply.5. Tap the Automatic tab.

Learn the basics2-356. In the Automatic screen, check theAutomatic system backup box toenable automatic backup. This box ischecked by default.When SmartKeeper is set toAutomatic, make sure that a CF cardor an SD card (64MB free spacerecommended) is present in therespective slot.7. Tap OK.NOTE To verify if the CF card or the SD card is usable for systembackup, perform a Manual backup first. See the section “Touse manual backup” on page 2-33.How the SmartKeeper automatic backup worksSmartKeeper is capable of performing the automatic backup processwhether your device is in use (ON) or in suspension (OFF).When the device is ONIf a low battery status occurs while you are using the device, this messageappears, “Battery low! Back up the current system status?”Backing up the “current system status” means that the entiresystem and all the data in the system main memory are saved asis to the ASUSBKUP.SAV file. For example, you are editing anExcel file when a battery low status occurs and you confirmed toback up. When you restore the system status from theASUSBKUP.SAV file, you will see exactly the same screen,settings, and system configuration as earlier backed up.

2-36Chapter 2When prompted, tap the Yes buttonon the screen message window tostart the backup process.Tap No if you do not wish to back upthe system status at this time.To back up the current system status:A confirmation message appears whenthe backup process is complete.NOTE Make sure that either a CF card or an SD card is present inthe respective slot. If you tap Yes without any card, an errormessage appears, indicating that your selected backupdestination is not ready.

Learn the basics2-37When the device is OFFWhenever a low battery status occurs while the device is in standby orOFF mode:1. SmartKeeper wakes up the system to back up the system status.2. SmartKeeper checks if a CF card or an SD card is ready in the slot.3. If found, SmartKeeper backs up the current system status toASUSBKUP.SAV file in the CF card or SD card. When the backupprocess is complete, the system automatically goes back to sleep(OFF).NOTE If no card is found, the device goes back to sleep withoutperforming the backup process.When you turn on the device, either one of the following messages isflashed on the screen.If automatic backup is successfulThe system detected a batterypower low status. The systemstatus was automatically backedup to ASUSBKUP.SAV file in theCF card (or SD card).If automatic backup failed becausea CF memory card is not ready inthe slotThe system detected a batterypower low status and tried toback up the system status at2004/06/14, 10:21:27 AM. Backupfailed! Cannot access CF card (orSD card).If automatic backup failed becausethe CF card/SD card in the slotmay be defective and notaccessibleThe system detected a batterypower low status and tried toback up the system status at2004/06/14, 10:21:27 AM. Backupfailed! CF card (or SD card) notready.

2-38Chapter 2The system detected a batterypower low status and tried toback up the system status at2004/06/14, 10:21:27 AM. Backupfailed! System error.If automatic backup failed becausea system error occurred.The system detected a batterypower low status and tried toback up the system status at2004/06/14, 10:21:27 AM. Backupfailed! Insufficient space in theCF card (or SD card).If automatic backup failed becausethe available space in the CFmemory card is not enough toback up the current system status

Learn the basics2-39To use manual backup:1. Tap , then tap Settings.2. Tap the System tab on thebottom of the Settings screen.3. Tap the SmartKeeper icon, thenthe Manual tab.4. Tap the Back up system buttonto back up the current systemstatus to the CF card or SD card.A message appears to confirmthat the backup process iscomplete.NOTE While backing up, the screen blacks out and shows themessage “Backup in progress” and the percentage ofbacked up data.The screen displays the backupfile information after the backupprocess.If a CF card or an SD card is notpresent, an error messageappears after you tap the back upbutton.

2-40Chapter 2To restore the system status:1. Tap , then tap Settings.2. Tap the System tab on the bottom of the Settings screen.3. Tap the SmartKeeper icon, then the Manual tab.4. Tap the Restore system button to restore the saved system statusfrom the CF card or SD card.During the Restore process, the screenblacks out and displays only the followingdetails:File Date: 2004/06/15File Time: 09:27/48 PMRestore in progress: %NOTE The Owner Information screen appears after the restoreprocess is complete. Tap the screen to return to the previousstatus before you initiated the restore process.

Learn the basics2-41Bundled programsYour device includes the most common Windows programs and more.To access the bundled programs:1. Tap , then tap Programs.2. Tap any of the icons to launch aspecific application program.ASUS ProgramsTapping the ASUS Programs icon displaysthe ASUS Backup utility, ASUS Camera,and ASUS Launcher icons.Tap the ASUS Backup icon if you wish touse the utility. See section “ASUSBackup” on page 2-23 for details.Tap the ASUS Camera icon if you wish touse the utility. See “ASUS Camera”chapter for details.Tap the ASUS Launcher icon to quicklydisplay your frequently used programs.

2-42Chapter 2CalculatorTap the Calculator icon to use thecalculator.File ExplorerTap the File Explorer icon to accessyour files. See page 2-12.GamesTap the Games icon to display theavailable games.

Learn the basics2-43MSN MessengerTap the MSN Messenger icon to usethe service. See Chapter 5.Pocket MSNTap the Pocket MSN icon to getconnected to the Internet through thePocket Internet Explorer. SeeChapter 6.Pocket WordTap the Pocket Word icon to createPocket Word documents. SeeChpater 5.

2-44Chapter 2Pocket ExcelTap the Pocket Excel icon to createspreadsheet documents. SeeChapter 5.PicturesTap the Pictures icon to view .jpgpictures stored on your device or ona storage card. Refer to the onlinehelp on your device for details onusing this feature.Terminal Services ClientTap the Terminal Services Client iconto connect to a terminal server. Referto the online help on your device formore information.

Microsoft® ActiveSync®3-1Chapter 3Microsoft® ActiveSync®♦♦♦♦♦Introduction........................................................... 3-2What is ActiveSync®? ............................................................... 3-2♦♦♦♦♦Installing ActiveSync®......................................................................... 3-3Installing ActiveSync® on your computer .................................. 3-3♦♦♦♦♦Synchronizing your device .................................. 3-5Connecting your device to a computer .................................... 3-5Setting up a partnership ........................................................... 3-6Checking synchronized information ......................................... 3-8Manually initiating synchronization .......................................... 3-9Synchronization options ......................................................... 3-10

3-2Chapter 3IntroductionWhat is ActiveSync®?The Microsoft® ActiveSync® is one of the important bundled programs inMyPal. With ActiveSync, you can synchronize the information on yourdesktop computer with the information on your device. Synchronizationcompares the data on your device with your desktop computer andupdates both computers with the most recent information.For example:• Keep Pocket Outlook data up-to-date by synchronizing your device withMicrosoft Outlook data on your desktop computer.• Synchronize Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel files between yourdevice and desktop computer. Your files are automatically converted tothe correct format.NOTE By default, ActiveSync does not automatically synchronize alltypes of information. Use the ActiveSync options to turnsynchronization on or off for specific information types.With ActiveSync, you can also:• Back up and restore your device data• Copy (rather than synchronize) files between your device and desktopcomputer• Control when synchronization occurs by selecting a synchronizationmode. For example, you can synchronize continually while connected toyour desktop computer or only when you choose to synchronize.• Select which information types are synchronized and control how muchdata is synchronized. For example, you can choose to synchronize yourappointments of the past two weeks only, appointments older than twoweeks are not synchronized.For more information about using ActiveSync:1. Start ActiveSync on your desktop computer.2. From the Activesync menu bar, click Help then on MicrosoftActiveSync Help.

Microsoft® ActiveSync®3-3Installing ActiveSync®The ActiveSync program is already installed on your device. Tosynchronize information on your device with your computer, you must alsoinstall ActiveSync on your computer. Install ActiveSync from theCompanion CD that came with your product package.NOTE Before starting the ActiveSync installation, make sure thatyou have Microsoft® Outlook® installed on your computer. Ifyou do not have Outlook, install the Microsoft® Outlook® 2002from the Companion CD. Even if you have Outlook 98 orOutlook 2000 installed, you are encouraged to update toOutlook 2002.Installing ActiveSync® on your computerTo install ActiveSync on your computer:1. Turn on your computer and monitor.NOTE Do not connect your device to your computer until you havefinished installing ActiveSync.2. Insert the Companion CD into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.The CD autoruns and displays the initial screen, then the Main Menufrom which you can start the installation.3. Click on Start Here from the Main Menu.

3-4Chapter 34. Read the Overview beforeinstalling ActiveSync 3.7 to makesure that you perform theinstallation sequence correctly.5. If you have not installed Outlook,install it now. Click InstallOutlook 2002 and follow thescreen instructions to completethe installation.6. Click Download ConnectionWizard and read the overview tosee if you require the wizard.Follow the screen instructions toinstall the wizard on yourcomputer. Return to the MainMenu when done.7. Click Install ActiveSync 3.7,then click Install.8. When prompted, select Run thisprogram from its currentlocation then click OK.9. Follow the succeeding screeninstructions. Click Finish tocomplete the installation.10. Restart Windows when prompted,then proceed to the next sectionto connect your device to yourcomputer and startsynchronization.

Microsoft® ActiveSync®3-5Synchronizing your deviceConnecting your device to a computerTo connect your device to your computer with the cradle:1. Place the device on the cradle.2. Connect the USB sync cable on the back of the cradle3. Connect the other end to a USB port on your computer.To connect your device to your computer without thecradle:1. Connect the 26-pin device plug to the 26-pin connector on the bottomof the device.2. Connect the USB sync cable from the cradle to a USB port on yourcomputer.12312

3-6Chapter 3Setting up a partnershipImmediately after you have completed the installation, the NewPartnership wizard will start automatically to help you establish apartnership and customize your synchronization settings. At this point, youcan decide exactly which types of information you would like tosynchronize with your computer.Apartnership is a file that allows you to synchronize your devicewith your desktop computer. This file is stored on your desktopcomputer. An additional file that enables your desktop computer torecognize your device is stored on your device.2. On the next screen, selectSynchronize with the desktopcomputer. Click Next.3. Select the type of information thatyou wish to synchronize. ClickNext.ORIf you wish to customize asynchronized item, highlight theitem then click Settings.To set up a partnership:1. When the New Partnershipscreen appears, select Standardpartnership for the type ofpartnership to establsih betweenyour device and your computer.Click Next.

Microsoft® ActiveSync®3-7On the CalendarSynchronization Settingswindow, for example, select fromthe options how you wish tosynchronize the appointments onyour device with your computer.Click OK.4. Click Finish to complete setting apartnership.Immediately after you set up apartnership, ActiveSync® startsautomatically and initiates the firstsynchronization between yourdevice and your computer.Refer to the succeeding sectionsfor more details onsynchronization.

3-8Chapter 3Checking synchronized informationAfter your first synchronization, take a look at Calendar, Contacts, andTasks on your device. You will notice that the calendar information inMicrosoft Outlook on your computer was copied to your device, and theinformation that you have on your device was copied to your computer.NOTE Open Microsoft Outlook on your desktop computer to see thedetails of copied information from your device.

Microsoft® ActiveSync®3-9Manually initiating synchronizationOnce you have set up ActiveSync and completed the first synchronizationprocess, you can initiate synchronization from your device at any time.To manually initiate synchronization:1. Tap , then tap ActiveSync to display the ActiveSync screen.2. To start synchronization, make a connection between your device andyour computer, then tap Sync.To end synchronization, tap Stop.For more information on synchronization:Tap while in the ActiveSync screen, then tap Help.Connection statusTap to connect and synchronizeTap to stop synchronizationTap to synchronize via IR orchange synchronization settings

3-10Chapter 3Synchronization optionsThe Microsoft ActiveSync program allows you to customize yoursynchronization settings at any time. You can select the items tosynchronize, set the synchronization schedule, and specify thesynchronization rules.To display the synchronization options:• From the ActiveSync window on your desktop computer, click on theOptions icon, or• From the menu bar, click on Tools, then Options.1. Check the box opposite the itemthat you wish to synchronize.2. Highlight a checked item thenclick on Settings to specifysynchronization options for theitem.For example, highlight Calendarthen click on Settings to displaythe Calendar SynchronizationSettings window. Customize theavailable settings, then click OKwhen done.3. Do the same for the otherchecked items.NOTE: You cannot set theoptions for unchecked items.4. Click OK when done.To select items to synchronize:

Microsoft® ActiveSync®3-11To set synchronization schedule:1. Click on the Schedule tab.2. Select your desiredsynchronization schedule.3. Click OK when done.To specify synchronization rules:1. Click on the Rules tab.2. Select your desired settings fromthe available options.3. Click OK when done.

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