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User’s GuideRIM Inter@ctive Pager850Model R800D-2-PW
RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850™ Pager User’s Guide, Version ???Last revised 02/19/99Part Number: MAT-02295-001 Rev. 001At the time of printing, documentation complies with Pager: OperatingSystem 1.5.0 and Applications version 1.5.0 and Desktop: version 1.5.0.© 1997-1999 Research In Motion Limited. All rights reserved.RIM, Research In Motion, the RIM logo, RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 and theRIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 logo are trademarks of Research In MotionLimited. RIM, Research In Motion – Registered, U.S. Patent and TrademarkOffice.Mobitex is a trademark of the Swedish TelecommunicationsAdministration. Windows 95/98, Exchange, and Outlook are eithertrademarks or registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.All other brands, product names, company names, trademarks, andservice marks used herein are the property of their respective owners.Warning: This document is for the use of licensed users only. Anyunauthorized copying, distribution or disclosure of information is aviolation of copyright laws.While every effort has been made to ensure technical accuracy,information in this document is subject to change without notice and doesnot represent a commitment on the part of Research In Motion Limited.Research In Motion Limited295 Phillip StreetWaterloo, OntarioCanada N2L 3W8Tel. (519) 888-7465Fax (519) 888-6906Web site: www.rim.netEmail: info@rim.netPrinted In Canada KM0199/ug0199
FCC compliance statement (USA)FCC Class B Part 15This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation issubject to the following two conditions:• This device may not cause harmful interference, and• This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesiredoperation.WARNING Changes or modifications to this unit not expresslyapproved by the party responsible for compliancecould void the user’s authority to operate thisequipment.This equipment has been tested and found to comply with thelimits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCCRules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protectionagainst harmful interference in a residential installation. Thisequipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energyand, if not installed and used in accordance with themanufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference harmful toradio communications.There is no guarantee, however, that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment does cause harmfulinterference to radio or television reception, which can bedetermined by turning the equipment off and on, the user isencouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of thefollowing measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.• Increase the separation between the equipment andreceiver.• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit differentfrom that to which the receiver is connected.• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technicianfor help.Industry Canada CertificationThis device complies with Industry Canada RSS 119.IC Class B complianceThis device complies with the Class B limits for radio noiseemissions as set out in the interference-causing equipment standardentitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of Industry Canada.
ContentsFCC compliance statement (USA)......................................................iiiIndustry Canada Certification............................................................ivImportant safety information.......................................................ixWelcome.........................................................................................xiAbout this guide................................................................................xiiiCustomer support.............................................................................. xiv1. Introduction.................................................................................1Contents of your package......................................................................1The RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 solution ................................................2Wireless service instructions.................................................................2Pager components.................................................................................3LCD components...................................................................................92. Getting started...........................................................................15Activating your pager.........................................................................16Installing the battery............................................................................17Registering with the network..............................................................19Quick start setup..................................................................................21Setting the alarm..................................................................................23Sending a message...............................................................................25Reading a message ..............................................................................29Using password protection.................................................................303. Composing & sending messages ............................................37Sending a message to multiple contacts.............................................37Sending messages to other pagers......................................................39Receiving confirmation of a message.................................................41Attaching Address Book entries.........................................................42Setting message options......................................................................43Using AutoText to compose a message..............................................45Automatic formatting..........................................................................51
Inserting symbols................................................................................524. Receiving & reading messages................................................55Received message options..................................................................55Receiving long messages....................................................................57Managing file attachments.................................................................58Opening an Address Book attachment..............................................59Adding attachments to your Address Book......................................615. Managing messages .................................................................63Message status.....................................................................................63Searching messages.............................................................................64Saving and recalling search terms......................................................66Saving messages..................................................................................67Deleting messages...............................................................................71Resending a message..........................................................................746. Using the Address Book ..........................................................75Customizing Address Book options ..................................................75Adding address entries.......................................................................78Searching address entries...................................................................81Viewing address entries......................................................................82Editing address entries.......................................................................83Deleting address entries .....................................................................857. Managing tasks and appointments ........................................87Using the Tasks function....................................................................87Using the Calendar function...............................................................948. Customizing your pager’s options........................................103Customizing pager options ..............................................................103Pager options..................................................................................... 105Connecting to your PC......................................................................1119. Frequently asked questions...................................................115Alarm.................................................................................................115Battery................................................................................................ 115Home screen......................................................................................117LCD screen........................................................................................ 117
Messages............................................................................................117Punctuation........................................................................................119Resetting the pager............................................................................12010. Specifications........................................................................12311. Advanced user’s tips.............................................................127Tips for navigating............................................................................127Tips for selecting................................................................................130Tips for editing ..................................................................................130Limited Warranty .......................................................................133Research In Motion Limited Software License Agreement...137Terms and Conditions.......................................................................137Index ............................................................................................141
Important safetyinformationRemember to follow any special regulations governing the use ofthe RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850™ Pager and always switch it off inareas where radio devices are forbidden, or when it may causeinterference or danger. Any safety laws and regulations pertainingto the use of cell phones and two-way radios will likely apply toyour use of the pager. We encourage you to follow such laws andregulations at all times. In particular, please observe allrestrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots (fuelstorage and distribution areas), chemical plants, where blastingoperations are in progress or in any other area in which restrictionson radio transmissions are imposed.The RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Pager is not an FAA-approvedelectronic device for use on aircraft. Switch off the pager when inan aircraft. The effect of the use of the pager in an aircraft isunknown. Such use may affect aircraft instrumentation,communication and performance, may disrupt the network, andmay be illegal.Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including thepager, may interfere with the functionality of inadequatelyprotected medical devices, including pacemakers. Consult aphysician or the manufacturer of the medical device if you haveany questions. Additionally, the effect of the radio signals from thepager on other electronic systems, including those in your car (suchas electronic fuel-injection systems, electronic anti-skid brakingsystems, and electronic cruise-control systems) is unknown andmalfunction of these systems may result.
Avoid using the pager in any environment requiring your fullattention, such as when driving a vehicle. Do not use the cradleprovided in the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 package as a means ofstoring your pager while in a vehicle. When using a cradle, makesure that it is a cradle that RIM has supplied for that particular useof your pager. Do not use any cradle, charging unit or any otheraccessory that is not manufactured or supplied by RIM or anauthorized RIM accessories supplier. Use of any accessory that isnot supplied or approved for use by RIM is not permitted.Use only those battery types specified in this User’s Guide. The useof any other may disable the pager and may be dangerous. Discardthe pager properly. As the unit contains a lithium ion cell, neitherthe pager nor the lithium ion cell (nor the AA battery) should bedisposed of in fire. Dispose of the pager containing the lithium ioncell in accordance with the laws and regulations in your areagoverning disposal of such cell types. Similarly, dispose of AAbatteries in a responsible manner. Contact RIM if you have anyquestions concerning disposal of the pager, the lithium ion cell, orthe AA battery.Failure to observe all these instructions will void the LimitedWarranty, and may lead to suspension or denial of services to theoffender, or legal action, or both.
WelcomeRIM Inter@ctive Pager 850™ is a mobile email solution that includesthe RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Pager, RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850cradle, RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Software, and airtime.The RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Pager is a powerful pager computerwith a full-featured Address Book, Appointment Calendar, andTask List. The cradle and desktop software allow you tosynchronize with popular desktop personal informationmanagement (PIM) software. Unlike other pager products, the RiMInter@ctive Pager 850 Pager includes an integrated wireless modem.The pocket-sized pager features a 31-key QWERTY keyboard, a 6-line or 8-line, custom graphic LCD, and a unique trackwheel so thatyou can communicate easily via email.Get ready to experience the power of messaging with your pagerusing functions such as:MessagesReceive, read, reply to, compose, forward, save,and delete messages.ComposeCreate and send messages to Internet emailaddresses and to other RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850Pagers.SavedMessagesStore any important messages for futureviewing.
xii WelcomeModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideSearchMessagesLocate messages in seconds with the powerfulsearch and database tools.AddressBookStore your personal directory of contactinformation, such as multiple phone, faxnumbers, and email addresses. Enter and storenotes for individual contacts. Search thedatabase to find specific contacts.CalendarKeep track of appointments using the calendarview or the agenda view.TasksAdd, edit, and delete tasks and mark tasks ascomplete.AlarmSet the alarm on the pager to sound daily.OptionsCustomize the way the pager notifies you of newmessages; set the password; add, edit, and deleteAutoText entries; set the current date; andprogram the automatic on/off feature.LockLock the pager with a password security screenso that only you can access it. This function isonly visible on the functions list after you haveset a password./ Turn RadioOff/TurnRadio OnTurn the pager’s radio off when it may interferewith other radio communications, such asduring a flight. Turn on the radio again to sendand receive messages.
Welcome xiiiModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuidePower Off Turn off the pager at night or on weekends.About this guideThis guide provides information for operating the pager.Note Notes will appear in this format and contain additionalinformation to help you perform the task being described.Tip Tips provide information about performing tasks and offerdifferent options to perform tasks.A summary of all key combinations begins on page 7.Chapter 9, ‘Frequently asked questions,’ includes commonly askedquestions about the pager. Consult this section for help with anyquestions you may have while using the pager.To meet your specific needs, the pager offers different ways ofperforming the same function (i.e., you can choose to use thetrackwheel or an assigned key sequence to perform tasks.) Only themost basic procedure is represented throughout the guide. Chapter11, ‘Advanced user’s tips,’ contains a chart of tips that can behelpful when using the pager. As you become more comfortableusing the pager, consult this section to improve your efficiency inperforming tasks.Images representing the pager’s various LCD screen displays thatappear throughout this guide show a 6-line display option. Thepager also has an 8-line display option.
xiv WelcomeModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide6-line display8-line displayFor your convenience, important information and a summary oftips can be found in the Quick Reference Card.
11.IntroductionYou are about to experience the freedom of mobility and the powerof staying in touch. With the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Solution,you can enjoy constant connectivity to your email − wherever youare. You can send, read, and respond to important messages, aswell as update contact lists and calendar items — all from awearable pager.This guide explains how to get started with the pager, and providestips for composing messages quickly and easily. Detaileddescriptions of and instructions for the pager’s operationalfunctions are included, as well as answers to many frequentlyasked questions. But before you do anything else − please check tomake sure that the package is complete.Contents of your packageYour RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 package should contain all of thefollowing:• RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Pager• Cradle• Holster (belt clip)• Two (2) AA alkaline batteries – one installed, one extra• This User’s Guide• RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Pager Quick Reference Card
2Introduction –Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide• RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Software Installation &Getting Started Guide• Installation diskettes or CD-ROMIf something is missing from this package, or not working properly,contact the point of purchase.Wireless service instructionsYour access number (Personal Identification Number) on thewireless network and the pager’s serial number are located insidethe pager’s battery compartment.
Introduction – Pager components 3Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuidePager componentsFigure 1: Pager componentsThe pager consists of the following components:LCD screenThe LCD screen displays your messages, contacts’ addresses, andconfiguration information. You can also review information aboutyour pager’s status on the LCD screen such as signal strength,battery level, and PIN number.The LCD backlight is activated when you press the ALT key threetimes successively.Battery compartmentThe pager operates on one AA alkaline battery housed in thebattery compartment at the back of the pager. See page 17 for morebattery information.LCD screenSerial portTrackwheelALT keyBACKSPACE keyENTER keySPACE keySHIFT keyBatterycompartment
4Introduction – Pager componentsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideHolster (belt clip)A holster, equipped with a belt clip, accompanies the pager. Whilein the holster, the pager is protected and wearable. You canconfigure the pager to perform different types of messagenotification depending on whether it is in or out of the holster.When you receive a new message and remove the pager from theholster within five seconds, notification (beeping and/or vibrating)stops and the most recently received message will be open. If youpull the pager out of the holster and quickly replace it, notificationstops but the message will remain marked unread. See page 21 forinformation on setting message notification options.CradleOnce the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Software has beeninstalled, the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 cradle allows you tosynchronize your desktop with the pager. When you place thepager in the cradle, messages can be reconciled and your PersonalInformation Management (PIM) applications can be synchronized.(PIM applications include the Address Book, Calendar, and Tasksfunctions.) With the pager in the cradle, you can also backup andrestore information and load new applications on to the pager. Inaddition the cradle allows you to charge a rechargeable AA in theRIM Inter@ctive Pager 850. To perform this function, the cradle mustbe connected to an AC line power source using the supplied ACadapter. When the pager is placed in the cradle, the cradleevaluates the battery to determine if it is a valid rechargeable cell,and begins a charging cycle based on this evaluation. Please refer tothe RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Software Installation &Getting Started Guide for more information on the cradle and onthe capabilities of the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Software.
Introduction – Pager components 5Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideSerial portThe pager can be connected to your PC through its serial port. Oncethe desktop software is properly installed and the cradle isconnected to your PC, simply place the pager in the cradle. Seepage 112 of this guide or refer to the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850Desktop Manager online help for information on how to connectthe cradle to your PC.Keyboard and trackwheelThe pager features a fully integrated QWERTY keyboard; you canaccess numeric digits, punctuation, and special characters using theALT key in combination with other keys.Several key functions will provide access to such features as thesymbols library, while other keys are alternatives to using thetrackwheel. See Figure 2 on page 6 as well as the key assignmentchart beginning on page 7 for information on the pager’s keyboard,key combinations, and trackwheel.Keyboard and trackwheel detailsBefore you begin, acquaint yourself with the pager keyboard, keyfunctions, and trackwheel.The curved, 31-key QWERTY keyboard is easily operable andprovides access to numeric characters and a symbols library. Youcan use your thumbs to type messages easily. Use the trackwheelby rolling it or pressing (clicking) it.A trackwheel that clicks!The trackwheel on the pager has a unique feature that aids yourtask performance — it clicks! Simply click (press down) the
6Introduction – Pager componentsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guidetrackwheel to turn on the pager, navigate between screens, selectmenu options, compose and send messages, configure the pagersettings, and much more.When you press the trackwheel with your thumb, you invokeactions comparable to those achieved by the clicking function of amouse used with your PC. See how quick and easy it is to navigatethrough the pager’s functions and compose and send yourmessages by clicking! Figure 2: Pager keyboard
Introduction – Pager components 7Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideKey assignment chartKey Function• Roll the trackwheel with your thumb toscroll up and down through screenlines, fields, and menu items.• Click (press down) the trackwheel withyour thumb to invoke actions similar tothe click function of a mouse used withyour PC.• The orange ALT key activates thenumeric and symbol characters, printedin orange above the alphabetic keys.• Press the ALT key once to affect the nextcharacter you type. Press and hold theALT key while you type to affect allcharacters.• Press the ALT key three times to invokebacklighting.An ‘A’ icon appears in the top right cornerof your screen when the ALT key is active.• Press the ALT key while you roll thetrackwheel to move the cursorhorizontally across screen lines.• Press the ALT key while you roll thetrackwheel to toggle through fieldoption settings.ALT key+ TRACKWHEEL
8Introduction – Pager componentsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideKey Function• Press the SHIFT key once so that the nextletter you type is capitalized.• Press and hold the SHIFT key while youtype so that all letters are capitalized.An ‘up arrow’ icon appears in the top rightcorner of your screen when the SHIFT key isactive.• Press ALT+SHIFT to activate caps lockmode. Press SHIFT again to return tolower case mode.• The ENTER key functions as a regularcarriage return, by moving your cursorto a new line. It also acts in the samemanner as a double click of your PC’smouse.• The key also functions as a regularENTER key by invoking the highlighteditem. Instead of clicking the trackwheel,press the ENTER key to perform yourtask.• The BACKSPACE key enables you tomove backwards and delete characters.• The key also enables you to hide amenu, similar to a typical ESC key.• Press the BACKSPACE key repeatedly toinvoke the Home screen.SHIFT keyBACKSPACE key+ ENTER key
Introduction – LCD components 9Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideKey Function• Press ALT+BACKSPACE to delete thehighlighted character only.• The SPACE key inserts a space betweencharacters while you type.• Press the SPACE key to insert the ‘@’ and‘.’ characters in an Email field.• Press the SPACE key to edit field options(e.g., Notify options and Date/Timeoptions).• Press ALT+SPACE to display the Symbolsscreen from which you can view, select,and insert the symbol you need.• Press and hold a letter while rolling thetrackwheel to insert internationalcharacters.Various letters have international charactersassociated with them.LCD componentsThe pager’s LCD screen is composed of function screens andmenus. These screens and menus also display several icons toindicate pager and message status. Other icons providenavigational aid.SPACE key+ + +
10 Introduction – LCD componentsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuidePager function screensAll functions are represented on the LCD Home screen in afunctions list. When you select an icon and click it, the functionscreen opens. See page 11 for details on the Home screen.Home screenThe functions on your pager are: Messages, Compose, SavedMessages, Search Messages, Address Book, Calendar, Tasks,Alarm, Options, Lock, Turn Radio Off / Turn Radio On, and PowerOff.In the Messages, Saved Messages, and the Address Book functionscreens, you can access the Compose function.In the Messages and Saved Messages screens, you can access theSearch Messages function.Function menusMenus provide a list of operational choices for the current function.You can view a function screen’s menu by clicking the trackwheel;the menu appears on top and covers approximately half of thescreen’s width.
Introduction – LCD components 11Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideAddress Book function menuBacklighting• Press the ALT key three times to illuminate the LCD screen.• Backlighting is disabled after 10 seconds if you do notpress a key or move the trackwheel.Graphical guideHome screen componentsThe Home screen appears when you power on your pager.Home screen displayIn any of the function screens, press the BACKSPACE key to return tothis Home screen.The following icons appear on the pager’s LCD Home screen in afunctions list. They display the functions available on the pager.Icon Function ScreenMessagesDate andTime displayFunctionslistBattery andcoverageindicators
12 Introduction – LCD componentsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideIcon Function ScreenComposeSaved MessagesSearch MessagesAddress BookCalendarTasksAlarmOptionsLock/ Turn Radio Off / Turn Radio OnPower OffPager status iconsThese icons appear on the pager’s LCD screen to indicate batterypower, coverage levels, and modes.Icon DescriptionBattery power indicatorCoverage level indicatorPackets are being sent
Introduction – LCD components 13Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideIcon DescriptionPackets are being receivedALT key mode is activatedSHIFT key mode is activatedYou have unopened messages waiting.Message status iconsThese icons appear on the pager’s LCD screen to indicate the statusof sending, sent, and received messages.Icon DescriptionMessage is being sent.Message has been sent out to the network.Message that was sent to another RIM Inter@ctivePager 850 Pager PIN number has been delivered.Message pending (will be sent later)Composed message has been saved (not sent yet)Unread message transmission errorMessage returned, message transmission errorNew, unread message has been received.Message has been read.
14 Introduction – LCD componentsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideIcon DescriptionStatus of message is high.Navigational iconsThese icons appear on the pager’s LCD screen to indicate positionswithin fields, lists, menus, and screens.Icon DescriptionIndicates the cursor positionYou are at the bottom of a menu or screen; scroll thetrackwheel up to view more items.You are at the top of a menu or screen; scroll thetrackwheel down to view more items.You can scroll the trackwheel up or down to viewmore screen or menu items. You can scroll the trackwheel left or right tocontinue viewing icons on the functions list.
22.Getting startedYou should follow these steps to get started successfully with yourRIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Pager.o Activate the pager.o Replace the battery.o Turn on the radio.o Ensure you are registered with the wireless network.o Ensure that the pager is connected to your email programusing the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Software. (Seethe RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop SoftwareInstallation & Quick Reference Guide for moreinformation.)o Set the notification options and other customizableoptions.After you have completed these steps, you can send and receivemessages.
16 Getting started – Activating your pagerModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideActivating your pager1. Press down on the trackwheel to turn on the pager. The Homescreen appears. 2. Using the trackwheel, scroll to highlight an icon. The name ofthe function represented by the highlighted icon will appear atthe bottom of the display.3. Access the function you want by clicking the trackwheel. Thefunction’s screen will appear.Tip The name of the function will appear at the bottom of thescreen, under the functions list. Press the underlined letter inthe name of the function to access the function directly,without using the trackwheel.Turning off the pagerTo turn off the pager, from the Home screen, scroll to and clickthe POWER OFF icon.
Getting started – Installing the battery 17Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideInstalling the batteryDepending on usage, the pager operates for long periods of time ona single AA alkaline battery that is included in your package. Thepager will work best if you use a standard, high quality Alkalinebattery. ULTRA batteries or Lithium AA batteries are notrecommended.Note When you first receive your pager, a battery is installed. Forbest results from your pager, replace this battery with theextra battery supplied in the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850package.1. To open the battery cover, push the lever down with yourfinger.Figure 3:To remove the battery cover,push the lever and pull thebattery door cover off.Figure 4:Be sure to check polarity – thepager will not operate if thebattery is installed withpolarities reversed.2. Once you have removed the battery cover, you can remove theold battery and insert a new battery. When inserting the newbattery, make sure that the battery connectors are aligned forlever
18 Getting started – Installing the batteryModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guidethe correct polarity (Figure 4). The pager will vibrate and beepif the battery has not been inserted properly.Note If your pager is not functioning properly after you havereplaced the AA battery, the internal lithium battery may havebeen completely discharged. Allow the AA battery torecharge the internal lithium battery by leaving the pagerturned off for 6 to 8 hours. See page 115 for answers tofrequently asked questions on the battery.Turning on the radioWhen you first receive your RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Pager, theradio will be turned off. You must turn on the radio before you cansend and receive messages.In the Home screen, scroll to and click the TURN RADIO ON icon inthe functions list.The antenna icon changes to an airplane icon to indicate that theradio is turned on.There will be two messages in your Messages list when you firstreceive your RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Pager. These are Welcomemessages which tell you how to use your pager and some of itsfeatures.
Getting started – Registering with the network 19Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideTo turn off the radioIt is especially important to remember to turn off your pager’sradio when on an airplane, or at times when it may interfere withother radio transmissions.In the Home screen, scroll to and click the TURN RADIO OFF iconon the functions list.The pager’s radio will be turned off and coverage will be registeredas ‘OFF’.Registering with the networkWhen you first turn on the radio, the Welcome messages will besent to the pager, provided that you are properly registered withthe network and are within coverage (as indicated beside theantenna icon in the top right corner of the Home screen). In rarecases, you may need to manually register your pager if theWelcome messages do not arrive.1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the OPTIONS icon on thefunctions list.
20 Getting started – Registering with the networkModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide2. The Device Options screen appears. Scroll to and click NetworkSettings.3. In the Network Settings screen, ensure that the Roaming: fieldis set to your country (U.S. or Canada) and that the Radio:field is set to On. Verify that the Status: field is set to Active.See page 107 for more information on the Network Settingsscreen.4. Click to view the menu. Scroll to and click Register Now.The messages should appear in your Messages list. See page 29 forinformation on how to open a message to read it.
Getting started – Quick start setup 21Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideNote If the Status: field in the Network Settings screen is notset to Active, contact RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 customersupport.You must also re-register your pager each time you load newapplications using the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 DesktopManager Application Loader tool. See the RIM Inter@ctivePager 850 Desktop Manager online help for more informationon the Application Loader.Quick start setupThe pager has many features that you can customize to suit yourspecific needs. Once you have followed the other steps to getstarted with your pager, you should customize how you’d like thepager to notify you of new messages and set any of the other pageroptions. See page 105 for details on all of these options.Note You can manually set the date and time on the pager.However, if you have installed and configured the RIMInter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Software and havesynchronized with your pager, the date and time will be setautomatically. See the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 DesktopManager Installation & Getting Started Guide or the RIMInter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Manager online help forinformation on synchronizing to set the date and time.You can also set the Auto On/Off feature to configure whenyou want the pager to turn on and off automatically.To set message notification optionsYou can customize the way the pager notifies you of a new, unreadmessage.
22 Getting started – Quick start setupModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the OPTIONS icon on thefunctions list.2. The Device Options screen appears. Scroll to and click Notify.3. Scroll to the field you want to change and click to view themenu. Scroll to and click Change Option.4. The following dialog box appears. Roll the trackwheel tochange options. Click the trackwheel when you have changedthe option’s setting to your preference.
Getting started – Setting the alarm 23Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide5. Click the trackwheel to view the menu. Scroll to and click SaveOptions.You return to the Device Options screen.Setting the alarmThe pager has an Alarm function that you can set to tone at thesame time every day. Select from six different tone settings andthree volume levels.1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the ALARM icon on thefunctions list.2. The Daily Alarm screen appears. Scroll to the field you want tochange then click to view the menu. Scroll to and click ChangeOption.
24 Getting started – Setting the alarmModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide3. The following dialog box appears. Roll the trackwheel tochange options. Click the trackwheel when you have changedthe setting to your preference.4. Click the trackwheel to view the menu. Scroll to and click SaveOptions.Note Pressing any key will silence the alarm, but it will not bedisabled. The RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Pager will soundeven if it has been turned off. To disable the alarm function,set the Alarm On/Off: field to Off.Alarm entry fieldsThe Daily Alarm screen contains the following entry fields:Time: Set the time at which you want the alarm to sound. Thedefault is 12:00 AM.Alarm On/Off: Select whether or not you want the alarm tosound. The default is Off.Tune: Select the tune you wish to hear when the alarm sounds.The default is Tune 3. You can preview the available tunes byselecting one.
Getting started – Sending a message 25Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideVolume: Select the volume at which you wish to hear the alarm.Your options are: Low, Medium, and High. The default is Low.Sending a messageOnce you have properly configured the pager, and as long as youare wirelessly connected to and running the RIM Inter@ctive Pager850 Desktop Software, you are ready to send messages.To compose and send a messageYou can send a message to an existing contact or add a new contactwhile composing your message. (You can also send a messagedirectly to another RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Pager without usingemail. See page 39 for instructions.)1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the COMPOSE icon on thefunctions list.2. The To: screen appears. Do one of the following:• Either scroll to a name or search by typing the firstletters of a name.or• Click the trackwheel to view the menu; scroll to andclick New Address. (For this exercise, choose NewAddress.)
26 Getting started – Sending a messageModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide3. The New Address screen appears. Enter your contact’s addressinformation and press ENTER after each field.4. Click the trackwheel to view the menu. Select Save Addressby clicking again.5. You return to the To: screen with your new contact selected.Click the trackwheel to view the menu where you can select asend method. (For this exercise, choose Use Email.)
Getting started – Sending a message 27Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide6. Type a subject line and press ENTER to begin typing yourmessage. When you are finished composing your message,click the trackwheel to view the menu; select Send Messageby clicking again.The Messages screen appears. You will see one of the followingicons to the left of the message header to indicate message status.Message is being sentMessage has been sent out to the networkMessage is pending (will be sent later). This icon wouldappear if, for example, you were out of a coverage areaor the network was busy.Note You can also compose a message while in the Messages,Address Book, or Saved Messages screens. Click thetrackwheel to view the menu. Scroll to and click ComposeMessage. Follow steps 2-6 above to compose and send yourmessage.To send a one-time messageThis send option is a short-cut method. The address will NOT besaved in your Address Book.
28 Getting started – Sending a messageModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the COMPOSE icon on thefunctions list.2. The To: screen appears. Scroll to [Use Once] and click to viewthe menu where you can select a send method. (For thisexercise, choose Use Email.)3. The One Time Email screen appears and you can type yourcontact’s email address. Click the trackwheel to view the menuand select Continue by clicking again.4. Type a subject and press ENTER to begin typing your message.When you are ready to send the message, click the trackwheelto view the menu and click Send Message.
Getting started – Reading a message 29Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideThe Messages screen appears and you can view the sent message’sstatus.See Chapter 3, ‘Composing & sending messages,’ for detailedinformation on formatting and composing messages.Reading a messageWhen the pager receives a new message, it will provide one of thefollowing notification types: no notification, beep, beep and vibrate,or vibrate only.1. In the Messages screen, scroll to a message header with anunread message icon beside it. Click the trackwheel to view themenu and select Open Message by clicking again.2. The new message appears on your screen. To see moreinformation for a given open message, use the trackwheel androll up above the body of the message. Here you will find themessage header, the sent time, and the address fields. Scrolldown to read the entire message.3. Click the trackwheel to view the menu and select your nextoption. You can reply to, forward, save, or delete the open
30 Getting started – Using password protectionModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guidemessage, read the previous message, or read the next unreadmessage. See page 55 for more information on all yourreceived message options.Note When you slide the pager out of the holster within 5 secondsof notification, the notification stops and the most recentlyreceived message is already open. If you pull the pager outof the holster and quickly replace it, notification stops but themessage will remain marked unread.Using password protectionThe pager has a password security feature. Once you set thepassword for your pager and the password security screen turnson, no one can access it unless the password is entered.When you set your password in the Security screen of the Optionsfunction, you can also specify the length of time that the pager isidle before the password security screen appears. Once the pager isleft idle for that amount of time, you will need to enter yourpassword to access the pager.You can also manually invoke the password security screen byusing the Lock function. This function will lock the pager and noone can access it without entering the password. You should lockyour pager if you leave it unattended.Once the password is enabled, you will need to enter it whenconnecting the pager to your PC for use with the RIM Inter@ctivePager 850 Desktop Manager. With the pager in the cradle, you must
Getting started – Using password protection 31Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guidetype your password and press the ENTER key before you can accessthe RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Manager tools.If you do not want the password security screen to appear, youmust disable your password in the Security screen. See page 34 fordetails.Password security screenNote If you have entered information in the Owner screen of theOptions function, it appears on the password security screen.You should backup any information on your pager that mightnot have originated from your PC. If an incorrect password isentered 10 times, all information could be erased from thepager for security reasons. See the RIM Inter@ctive Pager850 Desktop Manager online help for more information on theBackup/Restore tool.To enable password protectionYou should set a password so that no one can access your pagerwithout entering the password.1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the OPTIONS icon on thefunctions list.
32 Getting started – Using password protectionModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide2. The Device Options screen appears. Scroll to and clickSecurity.3. The Security screen appears. While in the Password: field,click the trackwheel to view the menu. Select Change Optionby clicking again.4. A dialog box appears. Roll the trackwheel to change thePassword: field to Enabled. Once you select Enabled andclick the trackwheel, you will be prompted to enter a minimum4 character password as illustrated in the following screen.When you are finished, press ENTER. You will have to enteryour password again to verify it.
Getting started – Using password protection 33Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide5. In the Security Timeout: field, set how much idle timeshould pass before the password security screen will appear.Click to view the menu, select Change Option, and set theamount of idle time in the dialog box which appears. Click thetrackwheel once you have set this field to your preference.6. Click the trackwheel to view the menu. Scroll to and click SaveOptions.You return to the Device Options screen.Note Once you have set a password, you need to enter it toaccess the Security screen again. In addition, if you poweroff the pager with the password security screen still enabled,you will need to enter the password once you power on thepager again.Once the password is set, you can also access the LOCK iconon the functions list in the Home screen. See page 35 forinformation on the Lock function.
34 Getting started – Using password protectionModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideTo disable password protectionOnce you disable your password, the password security screen willno longer be displayed.1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the OPTIONS icon on thefunctions list.2. The Device Options screen appears. Scroll to and clickSecurity. The following dialog box appears. Type yourpassword and press ENTER to access the Security screen.3. While in the Password: field of the Security screen, click toview the screen’s menu. Scroll to and click Change Option.
Getting started – Using password protection 35Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide4. The following dialog box will appear. Scroll to and clickDisabled.5. Click the trackwheel to view the menu. Scroll to and click SaveOptions.You return to the Device Options screen where the password featureis disabled on the pager.To lock the pagerOnce you have enabled your password in the Security screen, youcan lock the pager when it is unattended. An icon of a key willappear on the Home screen.In the Home screen, scroll to the LOCK icon and click. Thepassword security screen will appear and you will need yourpassword to access the pager.
36 Getting started – Using password protectionModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideNote The information you entered in the Owner screen of thepager options will appear on the password security screen. Ifyou did not enter any information, default RIM Inter@ctivePager 850 information appears. See page 109 for moredetails on the Owner screen.
33.Composing & sendingmessagesIn the first two chapters, ‘Introduction’ and ‘Getting started,’ youlearned about your pager’s main components as well as the generalprocedures required for sending and reading messages using thepager.Now, find out all about the different features the pager offers foradvanced composing and sending capabilities.Sending a message to multiplecontactsYou can send a message to more than one recipient and choosewhether recipients are addressed directly (to:), carbon copied (cc:),or blind carbon copied (bcc:). See the instructions on page 78 fordetails on how to add contacts to your Address Book.To send a message to multiple contactsYou can use Add To:, Add Cc:, and Add Bcc: to add recipients toyour messages.
38 Composing & sending messages – Sending a message to multiple contactsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide1. In the To: screen (with a main recipient and a send methodalready selected), click the trackwheel to view the menu. Clickeither Add To:, Add Cc:, or Add Bcc:. (For this exercise,select Add Cc:.)2. The Cc: screen appears with a list of all your contacts’ names.Scroll to a name. (Alternatively, you can type the first letters ofyour contact’s name to start a search and then scroll to thename.) Click the trackwheel to view the menu, then scroll toand click Continue.3. You return to the To: screen where the additional recipient isadded to your message. Type your subject in the Subject:field and press ENTER to begin composing your message.
Composing & sending messages – Sending messages to other pagers 39Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide4. When you have finished composing your message, click toview the menu. Scroll to and click Send Message.Note When you add another recipient to your message, the samesend method must also be chosen for all. If both a PINnumber and an email address are entered for the contactyou’ve chosen, the same send method as the main recipientis chosen as the default.Sending messages to other pagersA PIN is a number that the wireless network service uses toidentify each pager on the network and is similar to a phonenumber. If you know the PIN of another RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850Pager, you can use that number to send a message to a peer pager.1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the COMPOSE icon on thefunctions list.
40 Composing & sending messages – Sending messages to other pagersModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide2. The To: screen appears. Scroll to and click an existing contact’sname for which you have a PIN included in the contact’sinformation. Click the trackwheel to view the menu. Scroll toand click Use PIN.3. The To: screen appears. Type a subject line and press ENTER tobegin composing your message.4. Click the trackwheel to view the menu. Scroll to and click SendMessage.You return to the Messages screen where a checkmark will appearto indicate that the message has been sent. The checkmark willchange to a “D” when the message has been delivered to the user’spager.
Composing & sending messages – Receiving confirmation of a message 41Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideNote To find your PIN number, check the information in the Statusscreen of the Options function. You can also find out yourPIN number by placing your pager in the cradle and runningthe RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Software. See theRIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Software Installation &Getting Started Guide or the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850Desktop Manager online help for more information.You can also send a message to a RIM Inter@ctive Pager850 Pager using a one-time PIN number. See page 27 forinformation. Substitute Use Email with Use PIN.Receiving confirmation of amessageWhen you send a message to another RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850Pager user, you automatically receive confirmation if you send themessage to that person’s PIN number. You can also receiveconfirmation when sending a message by email.1. Begin composing your message by selecting the recipients ofthe message. (See page 25 for instructions.) In the Subject:field, type <confirm>, followed by your subject.
42 Composing & sending messages – Attaching Address Book entriesModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide2. Compose the message and then send it. When the message hasbeen delivered to the recipient’s pager, you will receive a newmessage indicating that your sent message has arrived.Note You will have to access the Select Symbol screen to insertthe angle brackets in the subject line. See page 52 for moreinformation.Attaching Address Book entriesYou can send an Address Book entry as an attachment in a messageto another RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Pager.1. While you are composing your message, click the trackwheelto view the menu. Scroll to and click Attach Address.2. The Attach: screen appears, containing a list of all yourcontacts’ names. Scroll to a name and click to view the menu.Scroll to and click Use Address.
Composing & sending messages – Setting message options 43Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide3. You return to the To: screen and you can see that your messagenow contains an Address Book attachment.4. Click the trackwheel to view the menu. Scroll to and click SendMessage.See page 78 for information on how to add a new entry to yourAddress Book.Setting message optionsYou can change the message options for all message types −received, saved, and sent. You can configure the Message list toshow the time the message was sent or received, to show the nameof the sender or the recipient, and to confirm or not confirm beforedeleting a message.
44 Composing & sending messages – Setting message optionsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide1. In the Messages screen, click the trackwheel to view the menu.Scroll to and click Options.2. The Message List Options screen appears. Click to view themenu. Scroll to and click Change Option.3. The following dialog box appears. Roll the trackwheel tochange options. Click the trackwheel once you have changedthe option’s setting to your preference.4. When you have made the required changes to the fields, clickto view the menu. Scroll to and click Save Options.You return to the Messages screen.
Composing & sending messages – Using AutoText to compose a message 45Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideNote You can also change the message options from the SavedMessages screen.Using AutoText to compose amessageThe pager’s AutoText function automatically replaces text you typewith pre-programmed text. You can increase how quickly youcompose messages by using AutoText. By configuring theAutoText entries and adding new ones for your specific needs, youcan use AutoText to:• Automatically correct commonly misspelled words.• Automatically replace abbreviations and acronyms withcomplete words.• Automatically enter commonly-used strings of words intoa message by typing only one keyword.• Automatically insert punctuation and symbols into yourmessage without using the ALT key or symbols library.• Automatically insert an auto signature by typing onlykeywords.Note There are several shortcuts built into the AutoText functionfor inserting macros into messages. These shortcuts includeinserting the time, date, etc. See page 132 for moreinformation.
46 Composing & sending messages – Using AutoText to compose a messageModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideHow AutoText works1. While typing a message in the To: screen, type the text ‘hte’.The text ‘hte’ is a default AutoText entry that tells the pager toautomatically replace the text with the correctly spelled word‘the’.2. As soon as you press the SPACE key, notice what happens tothe text ‘hte’:To add a new AutoText entryYou may want to customize your AutoText database by addingspecific AutoText entries.1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the OPTIONS icon on thefunctions list.
Composing & sending messages – Using AutoText to compose a message 47Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide2. The Device Options screen appears. Scroll to and clickAutoText.3. The AutoText screen appears with a list of default AutoTextentries. Click to view the screen’s menu. Scroll to and click NewItem.4. You will be prompted with two fields: When I type: (for thekeyword) and Replace it with: (for what should appearinstead).5. After you have entered information in both fields, click thetrackwheel and select Save Item by clicking again.
48 Composing & sending messages – Using AutoText to compose a messageModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideYou can test your new entry by typing the abbreviation while youcompose your message.Note In the Replace it with: field, you can insert a macro. Clickto view the menu, scroll to and click Insert Macro. Selectone of the macros that appears. See page 132 for a list ofthese macros.To edit an AutoText entryYou may wish to change a pre-programmed AutoText entry to suityour needs.1. In the AutoText screen, choose the entry you would like to edit.With the entry selected, click the trackwheel to view the menu.Scroll to and click Edit Item.2. The Edit AutoText screen appears. Press ALT while you roll thetrackwheel to move left and right across the screen. Type yourchanges to the current entry.
Composing & sending messages – Using AutoText to compose a message 49Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide3. Click the trackwheel to view the menu. Scroll to and click SaveItem.You will return to the AutoText screen where you can view yourrecent changes.Note You can also edit AutoText entries from the To: screen withthe main recipient selected. Click to view the menu. Scroll toand click Edit AutoText.You can also edit AutoText entries from the Backup/Restoretool in the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Manager. Seethe RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Manager online helpfor more information.To delete an AutoText entryIf you do not wish to keep an AutoText entry (either a default entryor one that you added), you can delete it.1. In the AutoText screen, scroll to the entry you would like todelete. With the entry selected, click the trackwheel to view themenu. Scroll to and click Delete Item.
50 Composing & sending messages – Using AutoText to compose a messageModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide2. A dialog box appears asking if you want to delete the entry.Scroll to and click Yes.You return to the AutoText screen and you can see that the entry isno longer included in the list.To perform an AutoText searchRather than scrolling through your list of AutoText entries, you canperform a search to find an entry quickly.1. In the AutoText screen, type the first letter or first few letters ofthe entry you would like to find. For this example, type theletter ‘t’. (The screen header will display the word Find:,followed by the letter ‘t’.)2. Click the trackwheel to choose to edit or delete the entry.
Composing & sending messages – Automatic formatting 51Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideAutomatic formattingThe pager’s built-in formatting capabilities extend beyond theAutoText function to reduce your typing time dramatically.Auto capitalizationAs you compose a message, you do not have to worry aboutpressing the SHIFT key to capitalize words — the pager has 2methods of performing capitalization for you!• Begin typing; you will see that the first letter you typecapitalizes itself automatically and that every letterfollowing a period becomes capitalized too. The pagerrecognizes the beginning of a new sentence and does thework for you.• If you want any subsequent characters to be capitalized,press and hold the character key until it becomescapitalized. You must have Key Rate set to either Slow orFast for this feature to work (i.e., Key Rate must beenabled). See page 109 for more information on theScreen/Keyboard options.Auto punctuationYou can automatically insert a period at the end of a sentence orword by pressing the SPACE key twice. You will also notice that thenext letter typed is capitalized.Email field in Address Entry screenYou can type an email address in the Email field of the AddressEntry screen without touching the ALT key!
52 Composing & sending messages – Inserting symbolsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideBegin typing an email address; instead of pressing ALT+L to accessthe ‘@’ sign, simply press the SPACE key. You will see the ‘@’ signappear. When you press the SPACE key again, a ‘.’ characterappears.To insert a blank space into the Email field, press BACKSPACE andthen press SPACE again. A blank space appears in the field. The nexttime you press the SPACE key, the ‘@’ sign appears.Number fields in Address Book screensYou can type numbers in the PIN, Work, Home, Mobile, Pager, andFax fields of the Address Entry and New Address screens withoutpressing the ALT key.Begin typing a number in one of these fields and instead ofpressing the ALT key to access numeric keys, simply press theassociated character key. For example, to display the number ‘4’,press the ‘R’ key.These fields support all numeric characters and the ‘-‘, ‘+’, ‘x’ and ‘.’characters without pressing the ALT key.Inserting symbolsEnhance your messages by inserting symbols from the pager’ssymbols library.Note You can insert symbols into screens other than To: (such asthe Address Entry, Search Options, and AutoText screens)by following these steps.
Composing & sending messages – Inserting symbols 53Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide1. From the To: screen, press ALT+SPACE to view the Select Symbolscreen.2. Use the trackwheel to scroll to the symbol you would like toinsert into your message, then click to insert the symbol.3. You return to your message in the To: screen and you can seethat your symbol choice has been inserted. Continuecomposing.Tip You can also insert international characters into yourmessages. Roll the trackwheel as you press and hold a letterwith associated international characters to scroll through theavailable characters. Release the letter once you find the oneyou want.
44.Receiving & readingmessagesIn this chapter, learn about your options for received messages,how to access more of a long message, and how to open file andAddress Book attachments.When you receive a new message, the pager will display visualnotification on the Home screen and will provide other notification,depending on how you have set your notification options.Received message optionsOnce you have read a new message, click the trackwheel to viewyour options. The following menu appears:Received message menuYou can click Reply to Message or you can scroll up or down toview the following options:
56 Receiving & reading messages – Received message optionsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideSave Message — Save the open message. A copy of the messagewill be placed in the Saved Messages screen. See page 67 for moreinformation on how to save messages.Reply to Message — Send a reply to the sender of the openmessage. By default, this option is selected.Reply to All – Reply to all recipients of the message.Forward Message — Forward (send) the open message to anothercontact. If an attachment is included with a message, it will beforwarded with the message.Reply with Text — Send a reply to the sender of the open message.The text of the original message appears below your reply. All ofthe original message is sent, even if it was truncated on your pager.Reply to All with Text – Send a reply to all recipients and includethe text of the original message as part of the reply.Delete Message — Delete the open message.Next Unread — Close the current message and open the nextunread message.Previous Message − Close the current message and open theprevious message in the list.Next Message −− Close the current message and open the nextmessage in the list.
Receiving & reading messages – Receiving long messages 57Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideReceiving long messagesOccasionally, the message you receive may be longer than what thenetwork can transmit. In this case, the maximum amount allowedis sent to your pager and the remainder is stored in your corporateemail Inbox. You can access the rest of your message by followingthis procedure:1. Open the message. At the end of the message, you will seeMore available. The remaining number of bytes in themessage is also listed.2. Click to view the menu. Scroll to and click More.3. Once you have selected more you can remain in the messageand the remaining part of the message will appear at the endwhen it arrives. You can also return to the Message list andyou will be notified when the pager receives the remainingpart of the message. (For this exercise, return to the Messagelist.)
58 Receiving & reading messages – Managing file attachmentsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide4. The message will be marked unread. In the Message list, scrollto the unread message and open it by pressing the ENTER key.Press G to resume reading the message where you last left off.Managing file attachmentsIf you have received a message on your pager that originally had afile attached, you can send this message to someone else who canopen the file attachment. The original message (with the attachedfile) is forwarded through your corporate email Inbox.1. Open a received message that has a file attachment. The nameof the attachment and the size of the file will appear at the endof the message.
Receiving & reading messages – Opening an Address Book attachment 59Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide2. Click the trackwheel to view the menu. Scroll to and clickForward Message to send the message, including the fileattachment, to someone who can open the file on their desktop.You return to the Message list where you can view the sentmessage’s status.Opening an Address BookattachmentYou can open attachments which are in the form of Address Bookentries. If you have received a message with an Address Bookattachment, follow this procedure to open the attachment on yourpager:1. Open a received message and read it. Scroll to the end of themessage; if there is an Address Book attachment for you toopen, you will see the following:
60 Receiving & reading messages – Opening an Address Book attachmentModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide2. Position the cursor on the attachment and click the trackwheelto view the menu. Click Open Attachment.3. The Address Attachment screen opens and you can view theinformation.4. Click the trackwheel to view the menu and click Cancel.You return to the open message.
Receiving & reading messages – Adding attachments to your Address Book 61Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideAdding attachments to yourAddress BookYou can add the Address Book attachment to your list of contacts.1. Open an Address Book attachment and view it.2. Click the trackwheel to view the menu. Scroll to and click SaveAddress.The attachment is added to your Address Book.
55.Managing messagesChapters 3 and 4 discuss the features and functions that the pagerprovides for sending and receiving messages. Now, find out howyou can organize, customize, and search the messages screens toaccess new and stored messages in seconds.Message statusA number of different icons in the Messages screen represent thestatus of each message in the list. The following table contains adescription of each message status icon.Icon DescriptionMessage is being sent.Message has been sent out to the network.Message sent to another RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850Pager PIN number has been delivered.Message pending (will be sent later).Composed message has been saved (not sent yet).Message returned, message transmission error.Unread message transmission error.
64 Managing messages – Searching messagesModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideIcon DescriptionNew, unread message has been received.Message has been read.Priority status of message is high.Searching messagesUse the powerful search function to locate messages and AddressBook entries in seconds.Note Messages in the Search list that are saved have a lock iconbeside them.You can also search for messages while in the Messagesand Saved Messages screens.1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the SEARCH MESSAGESicon on the functions list.2. The Search Messages screen appears. Enter the keywords thatyou would like to search for.
Managing messages – Searching messages 65Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide3. In the Search List: field, you can configure the pager tosearch all messages, the saved messages, or the Message list. Inthe Show: field, you determine how you want the searchresults to appear. You can show all messages, only the sentmessages, or only the received messages that match yoursearch criteria. While in either of these fields, click thetrackwheel to view the menu, then click Change Option.4. The following dialog box appears. Roll the trackwheel tochange options. Click the trackwheel when you have changedthe option’s setting to your preference.5. Click the trackwheel to view the menu. Scroll to and clickSearch Messages.Your results are displayed in the Search screen.
66 Managing messages – Saving and recalling search termsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideNote When you enter text in the Subject: or Message: field, theSearch Messages function will search for phrases containingthese characters in the subject line and the body of yourmessages.You can search for a name stored in your Address Bookwhile in the Search Messages function. With your cursor inthe Name: field, click the trackwheel to view the menu. Scrollto and click Select Name. The Address Book screenappears where you can select the name to search for. Clickthe trackwheel to view the menu. Scroll to and click UseAddress. You return to the Search Messages screen withyour selected name in the Name: field.Saving and recalling search termsYou can save the terms of your search and recall them the next timeyou want to perform a similar search.1. Outline the terms of your search by setting the options in thefields of the Search Messages screen.2. Click the trackwheel to view the screen’s menu. Scroll to andclick Save Search. The terms of your search will be saved.
Managing messages – Saving messages 67Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide3. If you make a change to your search terms but want to recallthe last saved terms, click the trackwheel to view the menu.Scroll to and click Recall Search.The settings will revert to the saved search.Note You can only save the criteria of one search at a time.Saving messagesSave important messages by copying them to a separate list. TheSaved Messages function helps to manage the size of your Messagelist.To store a received or sent messageYou may wish to save a received or sent message. By savingmessages, you can access the message in the future.Note An icon in front of the message header indicates messagestatus (i.e., sent, received, etc.). See page 63 for anexplanation of each icon.
68 Managing messages – Saving messagesModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide1. In the Messages screen, scroll to a received or sent messageand click to view the menu. Scroll to and click Open Message.2. Click the trackwheel to view the menu. Scroll to and click SaveMessage.3. The dialog Copying to Saved Folder flashes on the screen.The message has been copied to your Saved Messages list butalso remains in the Messages list. Return to the Messagesscreen by clicking the trackwheel, scrolling to and clickingClose.4. Return to the Home screen by clicking to view the menu,scrolling to and clicking Close.
Managing messages – Saving messages 69Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide5. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the SAVED MESSAGES iconin the functions list.6. The Saved Messages screen appears and you can see that themessage has been copied to this folder.Now that the message has been saved, return to the Messagesscreen to delete the message. See page 71 for more information ondeleting messages.To save a message while composingYou may wish to save a message that you have not finishedcomposing so that you may complete and send it at a later time.1. While composing in the To: screen, click the trackwheel to viewthe menu. Scroll to and click Save Message.
70 Managing messages – Saving messagesModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide2. The Messages screen appears. An icon beside the messageindicates that the message is saved but has not been sent. (Themessage has been saved in the Messages screen. It has notbeen saved in the Saved Messages area.)3. To resume composing, scroll to the saved message and click toview the menu. Scroll to and click Open Message.4. The saved message opens and you can resume composing.5. When you’ve finished composing, click the trackwheel to viewthe menu. Choose to save again or to send the message.
Managing messages – Deleting messages 71Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideNote The message you save while composing is saved in yourMessages list, not in the Saved Messages area.Deleting messagesAlthough the pager has ample memory for storing messages, youshould delete unnecessary messages in order to manage the listmore efficiently.Note If the pager’s memory is full and you receive new messages,the pager will delete the oldest messages in the Messageslist to accommodate new ones. Saved messages are notdeleted.To delete an open messageYou can delete a message while it is open without returning to theMessages screen.1. While the message is open, click the trackwheel to view themenu. Scroll to and click Delete Message.2. The following dialog box appears, asking if you want to deletethe message. Click Yes.
72 Managing messages – Deleting messagesModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideYou return to the Messages screen and you can see that themessage is no longer included in the list.To delete a message from the Messages listYou can delete a message from the Messages screen withouthaving to open it. This procedure also applies for deleting messagesfrom the Saved Messages screen.1. In the Messages screen, scroll to the message that you want todelete and click to view the menu. Scroll to and click DeleteMessage.2. The following dialog box appears, asking if you want to deletethe message. Click Yes.The message is no longer included in the Message list.Note If you request more of a message, you should not delete thatmessage until you have received all the information. Seepage 57 for more information on receiving long messages.
Managing messages – Deleting messages 73Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideTo delete multiple messagesYou can delete more than one message by selecting a date field.1. In the Messages screen, scroll to a date field.2. With the date field highlighted, click to view the menu. Scrollto and click Delete Prior.3. The following dialog box appears. Click Yes to delete allmessages sent or received on that date as well as all messagessent or received prior to that date.You return to the Messages screen and you can see that themessages have been removed from the list.
74 Managing messages – Resending a messageModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideResending a messageIf, for some reason, your message is not properly sent on the firstattempt, you can resend the message.1. In the Messages screen, scroll to the message which you wantto resend and click to view the menu. Select Open Message byclicking again.2. The text of the message will appear. Click to view the menu.Scroll to and click Resend Message.You return to the Messages screen and your message will be sentagain.Note Scroll to the top of the original message to find out why themessage did not send properly. See the RIM Inter@ctivePager 850 Desktop Manager online help for explanations ofpossible error messages.
66.Using the Address BookThe pager contains an Address Book for storing the addressinformation of each person or company you might want to contact.The Address Book allows you to keep a customized record of emailaddresses, mailing addresses, titles, pager, fax, business, and homephone numbers, as well as personal information such as any notesyou’d like to associate with a specific contact. You can also includePIN numbers for contacts with RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Pagers.Add as many different contacts as you like!Customizing Address BookoptionsTo customize your Address Book optionsIn your Address Book options, you can decide how you want tosort the addresses in your Address Book, whether or not you wantconfirmation of deleted addresses, and whether or not you want toallow duplicate names.
76 Using the Address Book – Customizing Address Book optionsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the ADDRESS BOOK icon onthe functions list.2. The Address Book screen appears. Click to view the menu.Scroll to and click Options.3. The Address Book Options screen appears, displaying thefollowing three options:Sort By Select how you want to sort the addresses inyour Address Book.ConfirmAddressDeleteSelect whether or not you want to confirmthe deleting of an Address Book entry eachtime. By default, this is set to Yes.AllowDuplicateNamesSelect whether or not you want to allowmore than one entry for the same name. Bydefault this field is set to Yes.
Using the Address Book – Customizing Address Book options 77Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide4. Scroll to the option you want to change, then click to view themenu. Scroll to and click Change Option.5. The following dialog box appears. Roll the trackwheel tochange options. Click the trackwheel once you have changedthe option’s setting to your preference.6. Click the trackwheel to view the menu. Scroll to and click SaveOptions.You return to the Address Book screen.Note You can also access the Address Book options in the To:screen when composing a message.
78 Using the Address Book – Adding address entriesModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideAdding address entriesYou can add entries to the Address Book to suit your needs.To add an Address Book entryYou can add address entries to your Address Book to create acontact database.Note You can have up to 3 email addresses for the same AddressBook entry. To add more than one email address click to viewthe New Address menu, scroll to and click Add Email. Anadditional field appears in the New Address screen and youare able to add the second email address. When youcompose a message to the contact with multiple emailaddresses and select the email send method, you will beprompted to select which address to use.1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the ADDRESS BOOK icon onthe functions list.2. The Address Book screen appears. Click to view the menu.Scroll to and click New Address.3. Type your contact’s information and press ENTER after eachfield. You can also type your contact’s full name in the First:
Using the Address Book – Adding address entries 79Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guideor Last: field and press the ENTER key. The first name willappear in the First: field and the last name will appear in theLast: field.4. To save your contact information, click to view the menu.Scroll to and click Save Address.An alphabetical listing of all your contacts’ names appears withyour new contact’s name inserted in order.Tip Instead of adding all your contacts manually to your pager,you can import them from your PC. See the RIM Inter@ctivePager 850 Desktop Manager online help for moreinformation.Address Book entry fieldsThe New Address screen has the following entry fields:First Name: Enter your contact’s first name. This field acceptsalpha-numeric and symbol characters.Last Name: Enter your contact’s last name. This field acceptsalpha-numeric and symbol characters.
80 Using the Address Book – Adding address entriesModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideEmail: Enter your contact’s email address. This field supportsalpha-numeric and symbol characters. Pressing the space bar onceinvokes the ‘@’ sign; pressing the SPACE key again invokes a ‘.’(period). If you continue to press the SPACE key, you can continueto insert periods. To insert a blank space, press the BACKSPACE keyand then the SPACE key again.PIN: Enter your contact’s PIN number. This number, unique toeach pager, is assigned by the wireless network service and allowsyou to send a message to another pager without using an emailaddress. You do not need the ALT key to enter numbers in this field.Title: Enter the title of your contact’s position.Company: Enter the name of the company for which your contactworks.Work: Enter your contact’s business phone number. This fieldsupports numeric characters and the ‘–‘, ‘+’, ‘x’ and ‘.’ characterswithout having to hold down the ALT key. You can also access thesymbols library to use parentheses.Home: Enter your contact’s home phone number. This fieldsupports numeric characters and the ‘–‘, ‘+’, ‘x’ and ‘.’ characterswithout having to hold down the ALT key. You can also access thesymbols library to use parentheses.Mobile: Enter your contact’s mobile phone number. This fieldsupports numeric characters and the ‘–‘, ‘+’, ‘x’ and ‘.’ characterswithout having to hold down the ALT key. You can also access thesymbols library to use parentheses.Pager: Enter your contact’s pager number. This field supportsnumeric characters and the ‘–‘, ‘+’, ‘x’ and ‘.’ characters without
Using the Address Book – Searching address entries 81Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guidehaving to hold down the ALT key. You can also access the symbolslibrary to use parentheses.Fax: Enter your contact’s fax number. This field supports numericcharacters and the ‘–‘, ‘+’, ‘x’ and ‘.’ characters without having tohold down the ALT key. You can also access the symbols library touse parentheses.Address: Enter your contact’s street address. There are 2 fields forlong addresses.City: Enter your contact’s city.State/Prov: Enter your contact’s state or province.ZIP/Postal Code: Enter your contact’s zip code or postal code.Country: Enter your contact’s country.Notes: Enter any reference notes you would like to keep aboutyour contacts. This field supports alpha-numeric and symbolcharacters. Press the ENTER key for a new line.Searching address entriesThe pager’s powerful search tool enables you to go directly to aspecific contact so you do not have to scroll through a lengthyaddress list.
82 Using the Address Book – Viewing address entriesModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide1. Type the first letter or letters of the name of the contact youwant to find. The letter or letters you type appear in the screenheader, preceded by the word Find:2. To return to your complete list of contacts, click to view themenu. Scroll to and click View All.Note The example above illustrates that the pager searchesthe First, Last, and Company names of contacts to findthe first instance of a match. The more letters you typefor your search, the fewer matches there will be.Viewing address entriesYou can view the information for a specific contact in the form ofan on-screen business card.
Using the Address Book – Editing address entries 83Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide1. In the Address Book screen, highlight the name of the contactwhose information you want to view. Click to view the menu.Scroll to and click View Address.2. A virtual business card appears listing all the informationyou’ve entered for this contact.Tip Press the first letter of the field name. The cursor will move tothat field. For example, if you press ‘F’ in this screen, youmove to the Fax field.Editing address entriesYou can edit the information in any of the fields of an addressentry. Some Address Book fields are limited to numeric charactersand only a few alpha characters.
84 Using the Address Book – Editing address entriesModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide1. From the Address Book screen, select the Address Book entryyou want to edit and click to view the menu. Scroll to and clickEdit Address.2. The Edit Address screen appears. Use the trackwheel to movefrom field to field. Press the ALT key as you roll to scrollhorizontally through the text to make your edits.3. When you have made all the changes to the address entryfields, click to view the menu. Select Save Address byclicking again.Note Click the trackwheel to view the Address Entry menu. Fromthis menu you can clear fields and add Email fields. Simplyscroll to choose the field and click to clear or add. You willsee the field(s) affected in the Address Entry screen.
Using the Address Book – Deleting address entries 85Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideDeleting address entriesYou can delete old addresses from your Address Book to savememory space.1. In the Address Book screen, scroll to the contact you want todelete.2. Click to view the menu, then scroll to and click DeleteAddress.3. The following dialog box appears asking if you want to deletethe address. Select Yes by clicking the trackwheel.You return to the Address Book screen and the entry is no longer inyour contact list.
86 Using the Address Book – Deleting address entriesModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideNote You can also delete Address Book entries from the EditAddress and View Address screens.
77.Managing tasks andappointmentsThe pager contains two functions to help you manage and scheduleappointments and tasks. Use the Tasks function to make a list oftasks that need to be completed. Use the Calendar function to keeptrack of appointments and events, including the duration of theappointment, the location, and any additional notes.Note You can copy Task and Calendar entries from your PC toyour pager. See the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 DesktopManager online help for more information.Using the Tasks functionThe pager’s Tasks function allows you to keep a list of importanttasks that need to be accomplished. Tasks can be sorted by priority,due date, or subject.To add tasksYou can add tasks to your task list to keep the list up to date.
88 Managing tasks and appointments – Using the Tasks functionModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the TASKS icon on thefunctions list.2. The Tasks screen appears. Click the trackwheel to view themenu. Scroll to and click New Task.3. The New Task screen appears, where you can type theinformation for the task. Press ENTER after each field.4. Click to view the menu then select Save Task by clickingagain.Your new task will be listed in the Tasks screen, with one offollowing three icons beside it, depending on the task’s status.
Managing tasks and appointments – Using the Tasks function 89Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideIcon DescriptionThe task has been completed.The task has been deferred or is waiting.The task has not been started or is inprogress.Tasks entry fieldsThe Tasks screen will contain the following entry fields:Task: Enter the subject of the task.Status: Choose the status of the task. Your options are NotStarted, In Progress, Completed, Waiting, and Deferred. Thedefault is Not Started.Priority: Choose the priority of the task. Your options areNormal, Low, and High. The default is Normal.Due: Select when the task is due to be completed. Your optionsare None or By Date. If you select None, no due date will berecorded for this task. If you select By Date, you can enter the dateon which this task is due.Notes: Enter any reference notes you would like to keep aboutthe task.To view and edit tasksYou can view a task entry in the Edit Task screen. If necessary, youcan change any information in that screen.
90 Managing tasks and appointments – Using the Tasks functionModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the TASKS icon on thefunctions list. The Tasks screen appears, displaying adescription for each task.2. Click the trackwheel to view the menu, then select Open Taskby clicking again.3. The Edit Task screen appears with all the details of the tasklisted. Edit the task by changing the fields in this screen.4. Once you have finished viewing or editing the fields in thisscreen, click to view the menu. Scroll to and select Save Task.You return to the Tasks screen.
Managing tasks and appointments – Using the Tasks function 91Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideTo delete tasksYou can delete tasks from the task list when they have beencompleted or when you no longer need to reference them.1. In the Tasks screen, scroll to the task you want to delete.2. Click to view the menu then scroll to and click Delete Task.3. The following dialog box will appear, asking if you want todelete the task. Click Yes.You return to the Tasks screen where the task is no longer in thelist.Note You can also delete all completed tasks by scrolling to andclicking Delete Completed.
92 Managing tasks and appointments – Using the Tasks functionModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideTo change a task’s statusOnce a task’s status has changed, you can reflect this change in thetask list. You can mark a completed task as “In Progress” and an inprogress task as “Completed.”Note You can only mark a completed task as in progress. You canmark a task as completed if it is marked as deferred, waiting,not started, or in progress. To change a task to anotherstatus other than completed or in progress, edit the task. Seepage 89 for information on editing tasks.1. In the Tasks screen, select the task for which you want tochange the status.2. Click to view the menu. Depending on the task’s currentstatus, scroll to and click either Mark Completed or Mark InProgress. (For this exercise, choose Mark Completed.)The task’s status is changed.Tip Press M to change the task’s status without viewing the menu.
Managing tasks and appointments – Using the Tasks function 93Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideTo set tasks’ optionsYou can modify the options for how your task list is organized.1. In the Tasks screen, click to view the menu. Scroll to and clickOptions.2. The Tasks Options screen appears. In the Sort By: field, selecthow your tasks should be sorted. Choose from Subject, DueDate, Status, or Priority. In the Confirm Task Deletefield, select whether or not you want to confirm deleting a task.While in either of these fields, click to view the menu, thenselect Change Option.3. The following dialog box appears. Roll the trackwheel tochange options. Click the trackwheel when you have changedthe option’s setting to your preference.
94 Managing tasks and appointments – Using the Calendar functionModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide4. When you have made the required changes, click to view themenu. Scroll to and click Save Options.You return to the Tasks screen.Using the Calendar functionThe pager’s Calendar function displays appointments and events ineither Agenda view or Calendar view. The Calendar view displaysa calendar with icons beside the dates with appointments. TheAgenda view looks similar to the setup of the Messages screen anddisplays the date of the appointment, the start time, and adescription.To switch from Calendar view to Agenda viewThe default view for this function is Agenda view. If you change itand exit the function, the view you switch to becomes the defaultview the next time you access the Calendar function.1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the CALENDAR icon on thefunctions list.
Managing tasks and appointments – Using the Calendar function 95Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide2. The Calendar screen appears in Agenda view on the mostrecent date that has an appointment scheduled. Click to viewthe menu. Scroll to and click Display Calendar.3. The full month will be displayed with a black box highlightingtoday’s date. A smaller box will appear to the left of any daysthat have appointments scheduled. For appointments beforenoon, the box is displayed in the upper left corner. Forappointments after noon, the box is displayed in the lower leftcorner.Tip Press S to switch between views quickly.In Calendar view, scroll to a date and press the ENTER key.You will see the appointments for the day, in Agenda view. (Ifthere are no appointments for that day, you will see the dayclosest to today with appointments.) Press the BACKSPACEkey to return to the Calendar view. Scroll to another date toview more appointments.To add new appointmentsThe following instructions outline how you can add appointmentsfrom Agenda view. This procedure also applies for addingappointments in Calendar view.
96 Managing tasks and appointments – Using the Calendar functionModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the CALENDAR icon on thefunctions list.2. The Calendar screen appears. Click the trackwheel to view themenu. Scroll to and click New Appointment.3. The New Appointment screen appears. Use the trackwheel tomove from field to field, adding information for theappointment. Press ENTER to go to the next field.4. To save the information, click to view the menu. Scroll to andclick Save Appointment.You return to the Calendar screen.
Managing tasks and appointments – Using the Calendar function 97Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideNote To add a reminder to this appointment, in the Reminderfield, select how early you want to be notified of theappointment. Scroll through your options or type the firstnumber of the length of time to set. If you choose to benotified, your appointment will have an alarm icon beside it inthe Calendar screen.If you have set a reminder for your appointment but do notwant to be notified of regular messages, turn on PriorityMessage notification in the Notify screen. You will continueto be notified of the pending appointment since appointmentsare considered priority messages. See page 108 forinformation on the Notify screen.Appointment entry fieldsThe New Appointment screen contains the following entry fields:Subject: Enter the subject of the appointment.Location: Enter the location where the appointment is to beheld.Date: Enter the date of the appointment. The default is today’sdate.Start Time: Enter the beginning time of the appointment. Thedefault is the current time, rounded to the nearest 15 minutes.End Time: Enter the ending time of the appointment. The defaultis the current time, rounded to the nearest 15 minutes.Reminder: Choose whether or not you want to be notified of theappointment. If you want a reminder, choose how early you wishto be notified of the appointment. The default is 15 minutes beforethe start time.
98 Managing tasks and appointments – Using the Calendar functionModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideNotes: Enter any reference notes you want associated with thisappointment.To view and edit appointment entriesIf you are in Calendar view, you must switch to Agenda viewbefore you can view or edit the details of an appointment.1. In the Calendar screen, ensure that you are in Agenda view.Select the appointment that you want to view or edit. Click toview the menu. Scroll to and click Open Appointment.2. The Edit Appointment screen appears with all the details of theappointment listed. Edit the information in the Subject: andLocation: fields. Scroll to the Date:, Start Time:, EndTime:, or Reminder: field. Click to view the menu, then clickChange Option.3. The following dialog box appears. Roll the trackwheel tochange options. Click the trackwheel once you have changedthe option’s setting to your preference.
Managing tasks and appointments – Using the Calendar function 99Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide4. Click the trackwheel to view the menu, then select SaveAppointment by clicking again.You return to the Calendar screen.To view today’s appointmentsIn the Calendar screen, you can view the appointments you havescheduled for the current date.In the Calendar screen, click the trackwheel to view the menu.Scroll to and click Today.You will move to today’s date in the list of appointments.Note If there are no appointments scheduled for that day, the dayclosest to today with appointments will appear.
100 Managing tasks and appointments – Using the Calendar functionModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideTo delete appointment entriesYou can delete appointments from your Calendar after theappointment has passed.To delete appointment entriesYou can delete individual appointment entries in Agenda view.1. In the Calendar screen, scroll to the appointment you want todelete.2. Click the trackwheel to view the menu. Scroll to and clickDelete Appointment.3. The following dialog box appears, asking if you want to deletethe appointment. Click Yes.
Managing tasks and appointments – Using the Calendar function 101Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideYou return to the Calendar screen where the appointment is nolonger in the list.To delete multiple appointment entriesYou can delete more than one appointment at a time.1. In Agenda view of the Calendar screen, scroll to a date field.2. With the date field highlighted, click the trackwheel to viewthe menu. Scroll to and click Delete Prior.3. The following dialog box appears. Click Yes to delete allappointments prior to that date.You return to the Calendar screen and you can see that theappointments have been removed from the list.
102 Managing tasks and appointments – Using the Calendar functionModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideNote If you want to delete multiple appointments in Calendar view,highlight a date with appointments and click to view themenu. Scroll to and click Delete Appointments. Allappointments for the day will be deleted.
88.Customizing your pager’soptionsIn Chapter 2, ‘Getting started,’ you found the procedure for settingmessage notification options. Now, learn how to make the most ofthe pager by customizing all of the options to suit your specificneeds.Note In the Device Options screen, return to the Home screen byscrolling to and clicking [Return to Home screen] at thetop of the options list.Customizing pager optionsYou can customize any of the pager’s options by following thisgeneral procedure:1. In the Home screen, scroll to and click the OPTIONS icon on thefunctions list.
104 Customizing your pager’s options – Customizing pager optionsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide2. The Device Options screen appears. Scroll to the option youwant to change and click the trackwheel.3. Scroll to the field you want to change and click to view themenu. Scroll to and click Change Option.4. The following dialog box appears. Roll the trackwheel tochange options. Click the trackwheel once you have changedthe option’s setting to your preference. 5. Click to view the menu, then scroll to and click SaveOptions.You return to the Device Options screen.
Customizing your pager’s options – Pager options 105Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuidePager optionsThe following pages list the pager’s options and provide pagereferences for further information.AboutThe About screen contains pager copyright information. You cannotchange the information in this screen.Auto On/OffUse the automatic on/off feature to maximize battery life and stillmaintain optimal, extended messaging performance.Note Both Weekday and Weekend options have anEnable/Disable field. You must set this field to Enable inorder for the pager to turn on and off automatically.Weekday On: Enables you to set the pager to turn onautomatically at a specific time throughout the weekWeekday Off: Enables you to set the pager to turn offautomatically at a specific time throughout the weekWeekend On: Enables you to set the pager to turn onautomatically at a specific time on the weekendWeekend Off: Enables you to set the pager to turn offautomatically at a specific time on the weekend
106 Customizing your pager’s options – Pager optionsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideAutoTextThe AutoText screen contains a list of all current AutoText entries.You can add, edit, and delete entries as you wish. See page 48 forinformation on how to change AutoText entries.Date/TimeSet the date and time so that your messages contain the correct timestamp.Note You can also automatically set the date and time bysynchronizing your pager with your PC. See the RIMInter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Manager online help for moreinformation.Time Zone: Select your time zone. The pager will automaticallyadjust the time depending on the time zone. The default is theEastern (-5) time zone.Daylight Savings: Select whether or not you want daylightsavings to be adjusted automatically. By default, the pager is set toadjust for daylight savings (Support). The setting only needs to beset once. It should only be set to Ignore if you live in a state orprovince that does not recognize daylight savings. When thissetting is set to Support, the pager will automatically adjust thetime on the proper date.Time: Set the current time.Format: Select a 12 hour or 24 hour clock (the default is 12 HR).Date: Set the current date.
Customizing your pager’s options – Pager options 107Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideNote The information that you input into the Time, Format, andDate fields will appear on the pager’s Home screen and onthe password security screen.Email ServiceEmail Service: This setting is reserved for future development.Network SettingsRoaming: Choose the country you are in − either Canada or theUnited States. For Canadian subscribers, the default is Canada. ForAmerican subscribers, the default is U.S.Note It is possible to get a RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 service thatallows you to switch dynamically between both Canada andthe United States. It is, however, more expensive for cross-border roaming. Talk to your RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850Service Representative for more information.Radio: Turn the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Pager’s radio on or off.In certain situations, such as travelling by plane, it is important toturn off the radio in your RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Pager toprevent radio frequency interference. See page 19 for informationon how to turn off your radio.Status: Find the status of the network. You cannot change thisfield. It is set to either Pending or Active, depending on what theRoaming field is set to.Note You can re-register with the network in the Network Settingsscreen. Click to view the menu, scroll to and click RegisterNow.
108 Customizing your pager’s options – Pager optionsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideNotifyYou can set the pager message notification to tone/vibrate, vibrate,tone, or none. See page 21 for information on how to set the notifyoptions.In Holster: Customize the way the pager notifies you of a newmessage while it is in the holster. Your options are Tone, Vibrate,Vibrate+Tone, or None. The default notification setting isVibrate+Tone.Out of Holster: Customize the way the pager notifies you of anew message when it is out of the holster. Your options are Tone,Vibrate, Vibrate+Tone, or None. The default notification settingis Tone.Tune: Select 1 of 6 tunes which you want to be played to notifyyou of a new, received message. The default is set to Tune 1. Thetunes will be played as you scroll through the options.Volume: Select the volume of your notification tune. Choosefrom Low, Medium, High, Escalating, or Off.Note Escalating volume indicates that the pager should start withquite notification and progress to louder notification.Number of Beeps: Select the number of beeps the pager shouldmake before notification stops. Choose from 1 to 5 beeps.Priority Only: Select whether or not you want to be notifiedof all messages or only those with a high priority. Choose fromeither Yes or No.
Customizing your pager’s options – Pager options 109Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideNote Appointments are considered high priority. If you set this fieldto Yes, you will be notified of appointments with reminderseven if you have turned off other notification.OwnerThis information is shown on the password security screen. If noowner information is entered, default RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850information appears on the password security screen.Name: Enter your name.Information: Enter any extra information you want to beincluded on the pager.Screen/KeyboardIn the Screen/Keyboard screen you can change the LCD screenappearance by adjusting contrast levels, changing the number oflines displayed on the screen, and changing the key rate and tone.Screen Contrast: Adjust the screen’s contrast.Screen Size: Set the number of lines you want visible on thescreen. Your choices are either 6 or 8 lines. The default display is a6 line display.Key Tone: Set the key tone if you want the pager to emit a toneeach time a key is pressed. By default, the key tone is set to Off.Key Rate: Set the speed (Slow, Fast, or Off) at which yourcursor moves whenever the BACKSPACE, ENTER, or SPACE key ispressed and held. The default setting is Slow.Note For all other keys, the Key Rate setting controls an autocapitalization feature. With Key Rate set to either Slow orFast (i.e., Key Rate must be enabled), you can press andhold a key to capitalize it.
110 Customizing your pager’s options – Pager optionsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideSecurityIf you have enabled the password feature in the Security screen,you will have to enter it to access the pager after the passwordsecurity screen appears. You will also need the password to re-access the Security screen. See page 31 for information on how toset your password.Password: Choose whether or not you want to enable apassword on the pager. The default is DisabledSecurity Timeout: Set the duration of time (in minutes) thatthe pager is idle before the password security screen appears. Thedefault setting is 2 min.StatusThe Status screen provides information about the pager and thenetwork over which it operates. You cannot change the informationthat is displayed.Signal: Indicates the strength of the pager’s signal over thewireless networkBattery: Indicates the percentage of the remaining battery lifeMemory Free: Indicates the amount, in bytes, of available RAMon the pager.File Free: Indicates the amount, in bytes, of available flash filestorage space that can be used to store messages, address entries,and AutoText entries.
Customizing your pager’s options – Connecting to your PC 111Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuidePIN: This is the pager’s address number. Other pager users canuse this address number to send messages directly to you.ESN: This is the pager’s serial number.O/S: Indicates the version of the Operating SystemRibbon: Indicates the version of the functions list on the HomescreenUI: Indicates the version of the User InterfaceAutoText: Indicates the version of the AutoText featureSerial Db Access: Indicates the version of the databaseCalendar: Indicates the version of the Calendar featureCrypto SK: Indicates what version of the encryption key is activeMessage List: Indicates the version of the Messages functionAddress Book: Indicates the version of the Address BookfunctionConnecting to your PCYou can connect the pager to your PC to backup and restore data,synchronize applications, and reconcile email. Connecting thepager to a computer for transferring data requires the cradle andthe RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Software. These items areincluded in your RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 package.Note When connecting the pager to the PC use only the cradleprovided by Research In Motion Limited.
112 Customizing your pager’s options – Connecting to your PCModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideTo connect the pager to your PC1. Ensure that you have properly installed the RIM Inter@ctivePager 850 Desktop Software. Please refer to the RIM Inter@ctivePager 850 Desktop Software Installation & Getting StartedGuide for more information on the installation procedure.2. Insert the end of the cradle cable into a COM port on the backof your PC computer. (If you do not know the number of theCOM port that the cradle is plugged into, the RIM Inter@ctivePager 850 Desktop Manager can detect it for you. See the RIMInter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Manager online help for moreinformation.)3. Insert the pager into the cradle. It should fit flush with thebottom of the cradle, and the tab on the cradle should hold thepager in place.Connecting the Cradle to the PC4. Refer to the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop SoftwareInstallation & Getting Started Guide or the RIM Inter@ctive
Customizing your pager’s options – Connecting to your PC 113Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuidePager 850 Desktop Manager and online help for moreinformation on all the capabilities of the software.Note If the password is enabled, you must enter it before you canconnect to the desktop. See page 30 for more information onthe password.Information on the desktop and on the pager can be reconciled andsynchronized. For example, if you mark a task as complete on thepager and you put it in the cradle and synchronize your data, thetask is marked as complete on your desktop. Similarly, if you add anew appointment to your desktop calendar and synchronize, thenew appointment will be added to the pager’s calendar.
99.Frequently asked questionsThis chapter includes answers to some common questions aboutthe RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Pager.AlarmWhy is my alarm not sounding when I’ve set the time?• Ensure that you have enabled the alarm by setting theAlarm On/Off field to ‘On.’ See page 23 for informationon setting this field. When the alarm is set, a bell iconappears on the Home screen.BatteryWhat should I do when I see the message “Battery too low forpager usage”?• Replace the AA alkaline battery with a fresh battery. Seepage 15 for information on inserting the battery.Why is my battery running down quickly?There are several reasons your battery may run down quickly.Following these suggestions will help you get the most out of yourbattery.
116 Frequently asked questions – BatteryModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide• Use the vibrator notification option because it requires lesspower than the beeper. See page 21 for information on thenotification options of the pager.• Avoid using the pager for long messages. The reply withtext feature also makes your messages longer, draining thebattery faster.• Avoid using the backlighting feature because it requires alot of power.• Turn off your pager’s radio when you are not reading mailor when receiving your mail is not urgent. This can save alarge amount of the battery’s power.• If you are sending the same message to more than oneperson, use multiple recipients in one message rather thantransmitting the same message more than once. See page37 for information on composing a message to multiplerecipients.What should I do if my pager does not turn on?• Make sure the AA battery is properly installed or tryinserting a new battery. You may have to wait for the AAbattery to charge the internal battery. See page 15 forinformation on inserting the battery.• If the battery has been low for some time or you suspectthat the battery could be low, keep the old AA battery infor 6 to 8 hours before trying to turn on the pager. Thenreplace the AA battery again and normal operation shouldbe possible.• If the pager does not turn on after replacing the battery,reset the pager. See page 120 for information on resettingthe pager.
Frequently asked questions – Home screen 117Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideHome screenHow can I return to the Home screen?The screen that displays the functions list and the date and time iscalled the Home screen.• Press the BACKSPACE key repeatedly until you return to theHome screen. See page 127 for more information on othershortcuts. (This shortcut applies for all screens except forthe To: screen when you are composing a message. Youcannot use the BACKSPACE key to escape from this screen.)• Select Close from an application’s menu or, in the DeviceOptions screen, scroll to and click [Return to Homescreen].LCD screenWhat can I do if my LCD screen seems faint?• Check the contrast under the Device Options screen. Seepage 103 for information on how to set options.• Activate backlighting by pressing the ALT key 3 times. Seepage 11 for information on the pager’s backlighting.The backlighting on my display screen keeps disappearing.• The LCD backlighting will turn off after 10 seconds if youhave not pressed a key or the trackwheel.MessagesWhy did I have two messages in my Inbox before I turned onthe radio?
118 Frequently asked questions – MessagesModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide• These two messages were Welcome messages to help youlearn how to use the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 pager forthe first time.Why are my messages not being sent out?You can tell that messages have not been sent because they have aclock icon beside them.• Check that the pager’s radio modem has been turned on,and that you are within range of network coverage. Seepage 17 for information on how to turn on the radio.• Check the Network Settings screen to ensure that yourpager has been activated on the network. If the Status:field in this screen is Pending, call 1-877-BLK-BERRY tohave your pager activated.• You can manually attempt another transmission of yourmessage by resending it. As long as there is a clock iconbeside the message when you resend it, another attempt ismade to transmit the original message. A copy is not sent.See page 74 for more information on how to resendmessages.Why am I not receiving all my messages?• Is your pager in the cradle connected to your PC? If thepager is in the cradle and you selected the option not toforward messages when the pager is in the cradle, youwill not receive any messages on your pager. Take thepager out of the cradle to find out if the messages areforwarding properly.What should I do if a message is returned?
Frequently asked questions – Punctuation 119Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideYou can tell that messages have been returned because they havean ‘x’ beside them.• Open the message and scroll to the top. The MessageStatus field indicates why the message was returned.Follow the instructions included there.I am not being notified when new messages arrive, eventhough I have set the beeper to notify me.• Ensure that the volume setting of the notification optionsis set to either Low, Medium, High, or Escalating, ratherthan Off. With the volume set to off, the beeper will notsound when new messages arrive.• Ensure that the Priority Only setting in yournotification options is not set to Yes. With this fieldenabled, you will only be notified of high prioritymessages, rather than all messages. See page 108 for moreinformation on the notification options.PunctuationWhere can I find the period (.) and other punctuation marks onmy keyboard?• The quickest way to type a period (.) is to press the SPACEkey twice at the end of a sentence. The next letter isautomatically capitalized.• Pressing the ALT key and an associated primary key allowsyou to access the most commonly used punctuationmarks. You will see the punctuation mark printed inorange above the primary key on the keyboard. See page 7for information on the ALT key and other key functions.
120 Frequently asked questions – Resetting the pagerModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guide• Other punctuation marks are included in the Symbolslibrary which is accessed by pressing ALT + SPACE. Seepage 52 for information on how to insert a symbol.• You can also insert international characters into yourmessages. Roll the trackwheel as you press and hold aletter with associated international characters to scrollthrough the available characters. Release the letter onceyou find the one you want.Resetting the pagerOn rare occasions, the pager may report an internal pager errormessage, instructing you to press ‘R’ to reset. Doing so will returnthe pager to normal operation after a few minutes. Try sendingyourself a message and check that all the information has beenproperly restored in the Status screen.There is also a tiny hole located on the back of the pager, below thebottom label. You can access it to reset the pager. Normally, youwill not need to access this button. However, if the pager ‘locks up’(no longer responds when you press keys or use the trackwheel)you may choose to use this method to reset the pager. A fine-tippedinstrument, such as a paper clip, can be inserted into this hole topress the reset button, restarting and restoring the pager to normaloperation.
Frequently asked questions – Resetting the pager 121Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideNote You can also reset the pager by simultaneously pressing theALT + SHIFT + BACKSPACE keys.Messages and other information stored on the pager will not belost. If you were in the process of composing a message, however,the message will be lost.Resetting your pager will not lose the connection with your PC.After you reset your pager, synchronize with the RIM Inter@ctivePager 850 Desktop Manager to ensure that all information has beenrestored. See the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Desktop Manager onlinehelp for more information.Reset button
1010.SpecificationsMechanical PropertiesWeight: 4.1oz (115g) (without AA battery)Size (LXWXH): 3.5”X2.5”X0.89” landscape, (0.94 atbattery compartment)Memory: 2 MByte Flash memory304 kBytes RAMCradle PropertiesWeight: 6.7 oz (191g) (cradle and cord)1.5 oz (42 g) (adaptor)Size (LXWXH): 2.9”X2.6”X1.4”Display and control featuresDisplay: Full graphic LCD with backlight, 132 x65 pixels, and 8 line by ~25 charactertext/graphics displayControls: Trackwheel for scrolling and selectingmenus; 31-key QWERTY-stylekeyboard
124 SpecificationsModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideMessageNotification: Audible beeper and mechanicalvibrator, user-configurable alertoptionsOther features: Real-time clock; audible alarm;AutoText and address book updatesPorts: RS-232 compatible serial port atoperating speeds up to 115 200 baud• Input voltage from 5V p-p to +/-30 V• maximum data rate 115 200 baud• port impedance 5kΩ nominalinput, 300Ω minimum impedanceoutputPowerBattery: One AA cell, either single-use alkalineore rechargeable NiMHPower Supply: Internal, rechargeable Lithium Ion cellTemperatureOperating: -10°C to +60°CStorage: -40°C to +70°CRelativeHumidity: 5-95% Non-condensingRadio specificationsNetwork 800 MHZ DATATAC NETWORKS
Specifications 125Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideSupportAir ProtocolSupport MDC4800 v3.2/3.3, RD-LAP v3.2/3.3InterfaceProtocols: NCL (Native Control Language)RAP (RIM’s Radio Access Protocol).FrequencyTransmitting: 806 to 825 MHzReceiving: 851 to 870 MHzRegulatory complianceComplies with: FCC part 15, 90 - PENDINGIndustry Canada RSS 119 - PENDING
1111.Advanced user’s tipsThis chapter is intended for advanced users. It contains several tipsand shortcuts you can use on the pager to increase the speed andefficiency of using your pager.Tips for navigatingGeneral tipsIf you want to: press/type:Go to the top message, task, orappointment in a list TGo to the bottom message, task, orappointment in a list BGo to an item in an options list, menu, orchoice list the first letter of the itemScroll horizontally in any field whereyou can enter or view text. ALT + TRACKWHEELPage up in an open message ALT + ENTERPage down in an open message ENTER
128 Advanced user’s tips – Tips for navigatingModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideIf you want to: press/type:Scroll a screen at a time in the Messages,Address Book, Calendar, or Tasks screens ALT + TRACKWHEELFind a specific contact in the Address Bookor To: screens the first letters of thename or the initialsseparated by a spaceExit a menu, dialog, or list screen BACKSPACE keyCreate a new message, appointment, ortask in the Messages, Saved Messages,Calendar, or Tasks functionsCActivate the LCD backlighting ALT key three timesMessage tipsIf you want to: press:Return to the last cursor position if youchoose to close a message before you’vefinished readingGGo to the next message in the list NGo to the previous message in the list PGo to the next unread message in the list UGo to the list of saved messages while in theHome screen or Messages screen V
Advanced user’s tips – Tips for navigating 129Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideIf you want to: press:Go to the list of messages while in the Homescreen or Saved Messages screen MStart a search for a message in the Messagesand Saved Messages screens STasks and Calendar tipsIf you want to: press:Mark an in progress task as completed or acompleted task as in progress MSwitch between calendar and agenda viewin the Calendar screen SGo to Today in calendar view of the Calendarscreen TGo to the next day or month in the Calendarscreen NGo to the previous day in the Calendar screen P
130 Advanced user’s tips – Tips for selectingModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideTips for selectingGeneral tipsIf you want to: press/type:Change options in any screen withinthe Options function SPACE ALT while rolling thetrackwheelthe first letters/numbersof your selectionSelect Yes in a pop-up dialog box YSelect No in a pop-up dialog box NSelect Cancel in a pop-up dialog box CBACKSPACEOpen the highlighted item in any list ormenu ENTERTips for editingGeneral tipsIf you want to: press/type:Delete the highlighted character, message,address, appointment, or autotext entry ALT + BACKSPACE
Advanced user’s tips – Tips for editing 131Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideIf you want to: press/type:Turn on caps lock mode in any screen whereyou can enter text ALT + SHIFTTurn off caps lock mode in any screen whereyou can enter text SHIFTCapitalize a letter (with Key Rate enabled) hold the letterInsert international characters hold the appropriatecharacter and rollthe trackwheelInsert a period and capitalize the next letter SPACE twiceOpen the Select Symbol screen ALT + SPACEInsert a symbol scroll to the symboland clickpress the associatedletter below thesymbol you needAddress Book and Messages tipsIf you want to: press/type:Delete all messages prior to and includingthe highlighted date ALT + BACKSPACEwith a date fieldhighlightedInsert the “@” and “.” characters in anEmail field SPACE
132 Advanced user’s tips – Tips for editingModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideCalendar tipsIf you want to: press/type:Delete all appointments prior to thehighlighted date ALT + BACKSPACEwith a date fieldhighlighted inagenda viewInsert numbers in Phone and Fax fieldswithout using the ALT key the associated keyon the keyboardwhile in the fieldAutoText tipsUse these special AutoText entries to enter common phrases andpunctuation marks.If you want to: type:Enter an open angle bracket br + SPACEEnter the current date ld + SPACEEnter the current time lt + SPACEEnter a close angle bracket rb + SPACEWhile entering a new AutoText entry, you can use a macro torepresent the text you want to insert or the action to perform. Youcan enter one of the following macros: short date, long date, shorttime, long time, backspace, delete, or % character.
Limited WarrantyResearch In Motion Limited ("RIM"), the manufacturer andprovider of the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850™ Solution, comprisingthe RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Pager, which together with the RIMInter@ctive Pager 850 Cradle and Holster comprise the RIMInter@ctive Pager 850 Hardware, the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850Desktop Software, and the associated wireless data service anddocumentation, warrants to YOU, the end-user ("YOU"), that theRIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Hardware will be free from defects inworkmanship and materials for a period that is the shorter of (i)one (1) year from the date that the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850Hardware was first purchased by YOU as an original end-userand (ii) the period ending upon your breach of the End-User’sAgreement entered into when YOU ordered the RIM Inter@ctivePager 850 Solution (the “Purchase Warranty Period”). If YOUobtain the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Hardware through a rentalor lease program, or any other non-purchase program, thewarranty period (the “Rental Warranty Period”) shall be for aslong as YOU continue to pay any required rental or lease fees. Inno event, however, shall the Rental Warranty Period exceed threeyears. Continued repair or replacement after the expiration of aRental Warranty Period shall be at the sole discretion of RIM, andthe continuance of a program of repair and replacement after theexpiration of the Rental Warranty Period shall not constitute awaiver of RIM’s right to terminate this Limited Warranty or todeclare that the Limited Warranty is no long in effect. ThePurchase Warranty Period and the Rental Warranty Period shallbe hereinafter referred to as the Applicable Warranty Period,meaning one or the other of the Purchase Warranty Period or theRental Warranty Period, as the context may require. ThisLimited Warranty is not transferable. During the ApplicableWarranty Period, the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Hardware, or oneor more of the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Hardware components,will be repaired or replaced at RIM's option, without charge foreither parts or labor. If the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Hardware(or component thereof) is repaired or replaced during theApplicable Warranty Period, the Applicable Warranty Period will
Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guideexpire, if a Purchase Warranty Period, upon the later of the 91stday after repair or replacement or one year from the date oforiginal purchase. If the Applicable Warranty Period is a RentalWarranty Period, the Applicable Warranty Period will expireupon the earlier of YOU failing to pay any applicable charge orfee or three years from the date the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850Hardware was first put into service. Please consult your RIMInter@ctive Pager 850 Pager User’s Guide for instructions onhow to obtain customer support for your RIM Inter@ctive Pager850 Hardware.This Limited Warranty does not apply to normal wear and tear, and doesnot cover repair or replacement of any RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Hardwaredamaged by misuse, accident, abuse, neglect, misapplication, or defects dueto repairs or modifications made by anyone other than RIM or itsauthorized service representative. This Limited Warranty does not coverphysical damage to the surface of the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Hardware,including cracks or scratches on the LCD screen. This Limited Warrantydoes not apply to any equipment other than the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850Hardware as defined in this Limited Warranty, i.e., it does not apply to anyalkaline battery provided with your purchase, rental, lease or other meansof acquiring the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Solution, or any damage causedby the leakage or any other malfunction of an alkaline battery or any otheraccessory or peripheral equipment. The Limited Warranty also does notapply if the malfunction results from the use of the RIM Inter@ctive Pager850 Hardware in conjunction with accessories, products, services orancillary or peripheral equipment not approved or provided by RIM, andwhere it is determined by RIM that such malfunction is not the fault of theRIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Hardware itself. Additionally, if malfunctionresults from the failure of the user to abide by the Safety Informationcontained in the package with the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Solution, theLimited Warranty may be void, and if it is not void, it shall not apply. Databackup is presumed to be the responsibility of the user of this RIMInter@ctive Pager 850 Hardware. Neither your Wireless Solution Providernor RIM is responsible for data that may be damaged or lost at any time,including, without limitation data lost or damaged during the servicing ofthis RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Hardware, or through the use ofsynchronization software. In as much as the wireless data service providedas part of the RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850 Solution is provided via RIM from a
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IndexAAboutHot keys, xiiithis guide, xiii–xivActivating your pager, 16Addingaddress attachments toyour Address Book, 61address entries, 78–81appointments, 95–98AutoText entries, 46–48tasks, 87–89Address Book, 75–86adding attachments frommessages, 61adding entries, 78–81attaching entries tomessages, 42–43customizing options, 75–77deleting entries, 85–86description, xiiediting entries, 83–84editing tips, 131entry fields, 79opening attachments inmessages, 59–60searching for entries, 81–82viewing entries, 82Advanced user's tips, SeeTipsAgenda, See CalendarAlarmdescription, xiientry fields, 24FAQs, 115setting, 23–25Appointments,managing,87–102Attaching an Address Bookentry to messages, 42–43Attachmentsadding to your AddressBook, 61opening Address Bookattachments, 59–60receiving, 58Automatic formatting, 51–52capitalization, 51email fields, 51number fields, 52punctuation, 51–52Automatic On/Offdescription, 105AutoTextadding new entries, 46–48deleting entries, 49–50description, 46editing entries, 48–49
142 IndexModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guideediting tips, 132searching for entries, 50using to composemessages, 45–50BBacking up data, 112–13Backlighting, 11Batterychanging, 17–18description, 3FAQs, 115installing, 17–18RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850Address Book, 75–86composing and sendingmessages, 37–53, 37–53customizing your pager'soptions, 103–13description, 2FAQs, 115–21getting started, 15–36pager specifications, 123–25introduction, 1–14licence agreement, 137–39managing messages, 63–74managing tasks andappointments, 87–102package contents, 1–2receiving and readingmessages, 55–61CCalendaradding appointments, 95–98appointment entry fields,97deleting appointments,100–101deleting multiple entries,101description, xiiediting appointments, 98–99editing tips, 132notification ofappointments, 109shortcuts, 129switching to Agenda view,94–95using, 94–101viewing appointments,98–99viewing today'sappointments, 99Changingaddress entries, 83–84appointments, 98–99AutoText entries, 48–49battery, 17–18task status, 92tasks, 89–90Chart of hotkeys, 7–9
Index 143Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideComponentspager, 3. See also PagerLCD screen, 9–14Compose,description, xiComposingmessages, 25–27, 37–53,37–53saving messages whilecomposing, 69–71using AutoText, 45–50Confirmation of messages,41Connecting to a PC, 112–13Contents, v–viiof package, 1–2Cradleconnecting pager to PC,112–13description, 4Customer support, xivCustomizingAddress Book options, 75–77pager options, 103–13DDatesetting, 106–7DeletingAddress Book entries, 85–86appointments, 100–101AutoText entries, 49–50messages, 71–73messages from theMessages screen, 72multiple appointments,101multiple messages, 73open messages, 71–72tasks, 91DescriptionAddress Book, xiiAlarm, xiiAutoText, 46RIM Inter@ctive Pager 850solution, 2Calendar, xiiCompose, xicradle, 4functions, xi–xiiipager options, 105–11holster, 4icons, 11–12keyboard, 5–6LCD screen, 3Lock, xiimessage status icons, 63–64Messages, xiOptions, xiiPower On/Off, xiiiSaved Messages, xiSearch Messages, xiiserial port, 4Task List, xiitask status icons, 89trackwheel, 5–6Turn Radio On/Off, xii
144 IndexModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideDisablingalarm, 23–25pager options, 103–4password security screen,34–35EEditingAddress Book entries, 83–84appointment entries, 98–99AutoText entries, 48–49task status, 92tasks, 89–90Editing tips, 130–32Email, reconciling, 112–13Enablingalarm, 23–25pager options, 103–4password security screen,31–33FFCC compliance, iii–ivFile attachment, receiving, 58Finding your PIN, 2Formattingautomatic capitalization,51automatic punctuation,51–52email fields, 51messages automatically,51–52number fields, 52Frequently asked questions,115–21alarm, 115battery, 115Home screen, 117LCD screen, 117messages, 118–20punctuation, 120Functions, xi–xiiiicons, 11–12menus, 10screens, 10GGettingconfirmation of messages,41started, 15–36technical support, xivHPageractivating, 16battery compartment, 3components, 3connecting to your PC,112–13cradle, 4customizing options, 103–13holster, 4
Index 145Model R800D-2-PW – User’s Guidekeyboard, 5–6LCD screen, 3locking, 35–36quick setup, 21–23resetting, 121–22serial port, 4specifications, 123–25status icons, 13trackwheel, 5–6turning off, 16Pager optionsAbout, 105Auto On/Off, 105AutoText, 106Date/Time, 106description, 105–11Email Service, 107Network Settings, 107Notify, 108Owner, 109Screen/Keyboard, 109Security, 110Status, 110Holster,description, 4Home screen, 11FAQs, 117icons, 11–12Hot keys, 7–9How AutoText works, 46IIconsdescription, 11–12pager status, 13message status, 13–14, 63–64navigational, 14sent message status, 27task status, 89Including Address Bookentries in messages, 42–43Industry Canadacertification, ivInserting symbols, 52–53, 52–53Installing the battery, 17–18Introduction, 1–14KKey assignment chart, 7–9Key rate, 110Keyboarddescription, 5–6hot keys, 7–9LLCD screenbacklighting, 11components, 9–14description, 3FAQs, 117function menus, 10function screens, 10graphics, 11–14Licence agreement, 137–39Lock,description, xiiLocking the pager, 35–36
146 IndexModel R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideMManagingappointments, 87–102messages, 63–74tasks, 87–102Menus, 10Messagesattaching Address Bookentries, 42–43automatic capitalization,51automatic punctuation,51–52composing, 25–27deleting, 71–73deleting from theMessages screen, 72deleting multiplemessages, 73deleting open messages,71–72description, xiediting tips, 131FAQs, 118–20formatting automatically,51–52managing, 63–74opening Address Bookattachments, 59–60options for receivedmessages, 55–56reading, 29–30, 55–61receiving, 55–61receiving confirmation, 41resending, 74saving, 67–70saving attachments inyour Address Book, 61saving while composing,69–71searching, 64–66sending, 25–29sending one-timemessages, 27–29sending to multiplecontacts, 37–39sending to other pagers,39–41setting notificationoptions, 21–23setting options, 43–45shortcuts, 128status icons, 13–14using AutoText, 45–50NNavigating tips, 127–29Navigational icons, 14Network,registering, 19–21,19–21Newaddress entries, 78–81appointments, 95–98AutoText entries, 46–48Notification ofappointments, 109
Index 147Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideOOne-time message,sending,27–29OpeningAddress Book attachment,59–60file attachments, 58Optionscustomizing for theAddress Book, 75–77customizing for yourpager, 103–13description, xiireceived messages, 55–56setting for messages, 43–45setting for tasks, 93–94PPassword security screen,30–36disabling, 34–35enabling, 31–33PC, connecting to yourpager, 112–13Personal IdentificationNumbersending messages to otherpagers, 39–41PIN, 2, 111sending messages to otherpagers, 39–41Power On/Off,description,xiiiPunctuation FAQs, 120QQuick start setup, 21–23RRadioturning off, 19turning on, 18Readingmessages, 29–30, 55–61Recalling search terms, 66–67Received messagesoptions, 55–56saving, 67–69ReceivingAddress Bookattachments, 59–60confirmation of messages,41file attachments, 58messages, 55–61Reconciling email, 112–13Registering with thenetwork, 19–21, 19–21Removingaddress entries, 85–86appointments, 100–101AutoText entries, 49–50messages, 71–73messages from theMessages screen, 72multiple appointmententries, 101
148 IndexModel R800D-2-PW – User’s Guidemultiple messages, 73open messages, 71–72tasks, 91Resending messages, 74Resetting the pager, 121–22SSafety information, ix–xSaved Messages description,xiSavingAddress Bookattachments, 61address entries, 78–81messages, 67–70messages whilecomposing, 69–71received messages, 67–69search terms, 66–67sent messages, 67–69Screens, 10Search Messages description,xiiSearch termsrecalling, 66–67saving, 66–67Searchingaddress entries, 81–82AutoText entries, 50messages, 64–66Send messagesstatus icons, 13Sendingmessages, 25–29, 37–53,37–53messages to multiplecontacts, 37–39messages to other pagers,39–41one-time messages, 27–29Sent messagessaving, 67–69Serial port description, 4SettingAddress Book options, 75–77alarm, 23–25date, 106–7pager options, 103–13message notificationoptions, 21–23message options, 43–45password security screen,30–36task options, 93–94time, 106–7Setup for your pager, 21–23Style conventions, xiii–xivSwitching from Calendar toAgenda view, 94–95Symbols,inserting, 52–53, 52–53Synchronizing data, 112–13
Index 149Model R800D-2-PW – User’s GuideTTasksadding, 87–89changing status, 92deleting, 91description, xiiediting, 89–90entry fields, 89icons, 89managing, 87–102setting options, 93–94shortcuts, 129using, 87–94viewing, 89–90Technical support, xivTime,setting, 106–7Tipsadvanced users, 127–32editing, 130–32editing address entries,131editing AutoText, 132editing Calendar, 132editing messages, 131navigating, 127–29navigating messages, 128navigating Tasks andCalendar, 129selecting, 130Trackwheel description, 5–6Transferring data, 112–13Troubleshooting, 115–21Turn Radio On/Offdescription, xiiTurning on/offpager, 16radio, 18, 19UUsingAutoText to compose amessage, 45–50Calendar, 94–101password security screen,30–36Tasks, 87–94VViewingaddress entries, 82appointments, 98–99tasks, 89–90today's appointments, 99WWelcome, xi–xiv

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