Asus P505 Instruction Manual

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User handbook topicsUser handbook topics
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This user handbook contains the information you need to efficiently
use the Pocket PC.
••
••
•Chapter 1 - Getting startedChapter 1 - Getting started
Chapter 1 - Getting startedChapter 1 - Getting started
Chapter 1 - Getting started..........................................................
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This chapter introduces the physical features of the Pocket
PC and tells you how to set up and power up the device.
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•Chapter 2 - Learning the basicsChapter 2 - Learning the basics
Chapter 2 - Learning the basicsChapter 2 - Learning the basics
Chapter 2 - Learning the basics ..............................................
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This chapter teaches you the basic Pocket PC functions. You
will learn how to enter text, find and organise information,
customise the device, and know the bundled utilities.
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•Chapter 3 - Synchronising dataChapter 3 - Synchronising data
Chapter 3 - Synchronising dataChapter 3 - Synchronising data
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This chapter tells you how to use the Microsoft
®
ActiveSync
®
application that synchronises data between
your Pocket PC and your desktop or notebook computer.
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•Chapter 4 - Using Pocket OutlookChapter 4 - Using Pocket Outlook
Chapter 4 - Using Pocket OutlookChapter 4 - Using Pocket Outlook
Chapter 4 - Using Pocket Outlook ........................................
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This chapter details the procedures in using the Microsoft
®
Pocket Outlook Calendar, Tasks, Notes, and Contacts.
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•Chapter 5 - Phone featuresChapter 5 - Phone features
Chapter 5 - Phone featuresChapter 5 - Phone features
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This chapter provides information on how to use the Pocket
PC phone features using the Vodafone Menu and
Phone applications.
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•Chapter 6 - Messaging featuresChapter 6 - Messaging features
Chapter 6 - Messaging featuresChapter 6 - Messaging features
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This chapter teaches you how to send MMS, SMS, and e-mail
messages using the Pocket PC phone and WAP features.
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•Chapter 7 - Multimedia featuresChapter 7 - Multimedia features
Chapter 7 - Multimedia featuresChapter 7 - Multimedia features
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This chapter introduces the multimedia features of the
Pocket PC including sections on Camera, Photo Album, and
Pictures applications.
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•Chapter 8 - Using companion applicationsChapter 8 - Using companion applications
Chapter 8 - Using companion applicationsChapter 8 - Using companion applications
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This chapter includes basic information on how to use
Pocket Word, Pocket Excel, MSN Messenger, and Windows
Media Player for Pocket PC.

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•Chapter 9 - Using Pocket Internet ExplorerChapter 9 - Using Pocket Internet Explorer
Chapter 9 - Using Pocket Internet ExplorerChapter 9 - Using Pocket Internet Explorer
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This chapter gives information on using Pocket Internet
Explorer and the Mobile Favorites folder.
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•Chapter 10 - Getting connectedChapter 10 - Getting connected
Chapter 10 - Getting connectedChapter 10 - Getting connected
Chapter 10 - Getting connected ..........................................
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This chapter provides the procedures for connecting to the
Internet, intranet, and for transferring data using infrared (IR).
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•Chapter 11 - BluetoothChapter 11 - Bluetooth
Chapter 11 - BluetoothChapter 11 - Bluetooth
Chapter 11 - Bluetooth
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This chapter provides information on how to use the Pocket
PC Bluetooth
®
features.
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•Appendix - NoticesAppendix - Notices
Appendix - NoticesAppendix - Notices
Appendix - Notices
This part includes the safety notices and regulations.

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P505 Pocket PC specificationsP505 Pocket PC specifications
P505 Pocket PC specificationsP505 Pocket PC specifications
P505 Pocket PC specifications
ProcessorsProcessors
ProcessorsProcessors
Processors
Operating systemOperating system
Operating systemOperating system
Operating system
MemoryMemory
MemoryMemory
Memory
DisplayDisplay
DisplayDisplay
Display
Frequency bandFrequency band
Frequency bandFrequency band
Frequency band
GPRSGPRS
GPRSGPRS
GPRS
CameraCamera
CameraCamera
Camera
InterfacesInterfaces
InterfacesInterfaces
Interfaces
RemovableRemovable
RemovableRemovable
Removable
batterybattery
batterybattery
battery
ExpansionExpansion
ExpansionExpansion
Expansion
AudioAudio
AudioAudio
Audio
ApplicationsApplications
ApplicationsApplications
Applications
Unique featuresUnique features
Unique featuresUnique features
Unique features
LEDsLEDs
LEDsLEDs
LEDs
Side keysSide keys
Side keysSide keys
Side keys
SizeSize
SizeSize
Size
WeightWeight
WeightWeight
Weight
Application : Intel
®
PXA270 416 MHz
Baseband : Infineon E-Gold+
Microsoft
®
Windows Mobile™ 2003
64 Mb Flash ROM
64 Mb SDRAM*
6 cm, brilliant transflective TFT LCD
65,536 colors, 240x320 resolution
Tri-band GSM (900/1800/1900 MHz)
Class B, Multislot class 10
1.3 million pixels CMOS with still/video capture support
Built-in flash
Bluetooth
®
: Bluetooth 1.1
Infrared : Low power Serial Infrared (SIR)
USB : 1.1
1050 mAH Lithium Ion
Up to 4 hours of talktime and 100 hours standby time**
Up to 15 hours of operation time
SD/MMC card slot
2.5 mm audio port
Built-in microphone and speaker
Polyphonic ringtone support
Microsoft
®
Pocket Internet Explorer, Microsoft
®
Pocket
Word, Microsoft
®
Pocket Excel, Microsoft
®
Pocket
Outlook, Windows
®
Media Player, Microsoft
®
ActiveSync, MSN Messenger,
Vodafone menu (mobile phone application)
Launcher (quick launcher application)
Power (inside the power button), GSM/GPRS, and
Bluetooth
5-way Joystick, Voice Record, and Camera Capture
108 mm x 60 mm x 22.5 mm (L x W x H)
170 grams
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*9 Mb/11 Mb allocated for Western/Eastern language support)9 Mb/11 Mb allocated for Western/Eastern language support)
9 Mb/11 Mb allocated for Western/Eastern language support)9 Mb/11 Mb allocated for Western/Eastern language support)
9 Mb/11 Mb allocated for Western/Eastern language support)
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** According to Microsoft Logo Test Kit - Battery Life TestAccording to Microsoft Logo Test Kit - Battery Life Test
According to Microsoft Logo Test Kit - Battery Life TestAccording to Microsoft Logo Test Kit - Battery Life Test
According to Microsoft Logo Test Kit - Battery Life Test
Specifications are subject to change without notice.Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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P505 Pocket PC boxP505 Pocket PC box
P505 Pocket PC boxP505 Pocket PC box
P505 Pocket PC box
Your box includes several accessories for the Pocket PC. After
unpacking, check the items against the list below and make sure that
they are in good condition. If any item is missing or damaged, contact
your dealer or retailer immediately.
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*English version keyboard.English version keyboard.
English version keyboard.English version keyboard.
English version keyboard.
BoxBox
BoxBox
Box
contentscontents
contentscontents
contents
OptionalOptional
OptionalOptional
Optional
accessoriesaccessories
accessoriesaccessories
accessories
• P505 Pocket PC
• 1000 mAH, 3.7 V Lithium Ion battery
Manufacturer : Welldone
Model name : P505
• USB cradle
• USB sync cable
• AC adapter/power cord
Input : 100 Vac ~ 240 Vac, 0.2 A
Output : 5 Vdc, 1 A
•Stylus
•Microsoft
®
Companion CD
• Bonus CD
• User handbook
• Quick Start Guide
• Warranty card
•Stylus
• Car charger
• Foldable keyboard*
• Leather handheld case
• Traveling USB sync cable
• AC adapter/power cord (UL/CEE/UK/SAA/CCEE)
• Bluetooth GPS
• 3000 mAH Lithium Ion battery

Chapter 1
Getting Started
This chapter introduces the
physical features of the Pocket
PC and tells you how to set up
and power up the device.

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Chapter summaryChapter summary
Chapter summaryChapter summary
Chapter summary
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•Introducing P505 Pocket PCIntroducing P505 Pocket PC
Introducing P505 Pocket PCIntroducing P505 Pocket PC
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Key PDA features ............................................................ 1-3
Key mobile phone features .............................................. 1-3
Front features (flip closed) .............................................. 1-4
Front features (flip open) ................................................ 1-5
Side features ................................................................... 1-6
Top features .................................................................... 1-7
Bottom features .............................................................. 1-7
Back features .................................................................. 1-8
The stylus ........................................................................ 1-9
The cradle ........................................................................ 1-9
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•Setting up P505Setting up P505
Setting up P505Setting up P505
Setting up P505 ..................................................................................
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Installing a SIM card and battery .................................... 1-10
Placing on the cradle ...................................................... 1-11
Connecting the AC adapter ............................................ 1-11
Charging the battery ..................................................... 1-12
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Additional storageAdditional storage
Additional storage ............................................................................
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Installing and removing an SD card ................................ 1-13
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•Activating the Pocket PCActivating the Pocket PC
Activating the Pocket PCActivating the Pocket PC
Activating the Pocket PC ..........................................................
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Chapter 1: Getting Started 1-3
Introducing P505 Pocket PCIntroducing P505 Pocket PC
Introducing P505 Pocket PCIntroducing P505 Pocket PC
Introducing P505 Pocket PC
The P505 Pocket PC is a Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) and a
tri-band mobile phone in one. The P505 versatility lets you enjoy all
the benefits of a powerful PDA while providing you with an efficient
mobile communication solution so you can be connected anywhere
you are.
Powered by a 416 MHz Intel
®
PXA270 and an Infineon E-Gold+
baseband processors, built-in 64 MB SDRAM and 64 MB Flash ROM,
and bundled with the Microsoft
®
Windows Mobile
™
2003 operating
system, P505 is truly a smart companion for the business
professional.
Key PDA featuresKey PDA features
Key PDA featuresKey PDA features
Key PDA features
• Windows Mobile
™
operating system
• Built-in digital still/video camera
• Recorder that can record more than six hours of audio
• Integrated e-mail, MMS, and SMS messaging
• MP3 and video playback support
• Voice Commander application (voice command/recognition)
• Vodafone quick launcher application
• Bluetooth™ and Infrared (IR) enabled
• Sleek, compact, and stylish design
• Navigation buttons and touchpad for easy input
• SD slot for additional storage or I/O interface
• Full/partial backup capability with Smart Keeper application
• Supports Microsoft
®
ActiveSync application
Key mobile phone featuresKey mobile phone features
Key mobile phone featuresKey mobile phone features
Key mobile phone features
• Tri-band GSM Class 10
• Stores over 1,000 contacts
• MMS/SMS messaging
• Vodafone menu provides quick access to PDA features
• 64CH polyphonic ring tones
•Conferencecall
• Photo Contacts application to display photos of callers
• SIM Manager for SIM/PDA phonebook management

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•GSM/GPRS LEDGSM/GPRS LED
GSM/GPRS LEDGSM/GPRS LED
GSM/GPRS LED - blinks red when the phone and GPRS functions
are on. See the LED indications table on the next page for details.
•Bluetooth LEDBluetooth LED
Bluetooth LEDBluetooth LED
Bluetooth LED - blinks blue when the Bluetooth™ feature is on.
See the LED indications table on the next page for details.
•EarpieceEarpiece
EarpieceEarpiece
Earpiece - allows you to listen to incoming calls.
•AntennaAntenna
AntennaAntenna
Antenna - allows the device to obtain signals.
•Power button and power LEDPower button and power LED
Power button and power LEDPower button and power LED
Power button and power LED - press this button to turn on
or off the device. This button lights up red when the battery is
charging and turns green when the battery is fully-charged.
•LCD touch screenLCD touch screen
LCD touch screenLCD touch screen
LCD touch screen - allows you to enter, read, send, receive, or
edit data by tapping on it. The screen lumination is increased or
decreased by changing the backlight settings.
•Soft-key (right)Soft-key (right)
Soft-key (right)Soft-key (right)
Soft-key (right) - displays the phonebook when in idle mode;
performs various functions depending on the menu level and
screen display.
•End keyEnd key
End keyEnd key
End k ey - ends a call.
•Alphanumeric keysAlphanumeric keys
Alphanumeric keysAlphanumeric keys
Alphanumeric keys - enters numbers and alphanumeric characters.
•MicrophoneMicrophone
MicrophoneMicrophone
Microphone - used for speakerphone function and to enhance
sound recordings
•Flip coverFlip cover
Flip coverFlip cover
Flip cover - contains all phone keys for the Pocket PC phone function.
•Call keyCall key
Call keyCall key
Call key - calls a number; answers a call; displays dialled numbers.
•Soft-key (left)Soft-key (left)
Soft-key (left)Soft-key (left)
Soft-key (left) - launches the phone menu; enters a phone menu.
Front features (flip closed)Front features (flip closed)
Front features (flip closed)Front features (flip closed)
Front features (flip closed)
LCD touch screen
Call key
Flip cover
Power button/Power LED
Antenna
GSM/GPRS LED
Bluetooth LED
Navigation keys
Soft key (right)
End key
Soft key (left)
Earpiece
Alphanumeric keys
Microphone

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•Call buttonCall button
Call buttonCall button
Call button - launches the Phone application.
•Calendar buttonCalendar button
Calendar buttonCalendar button
Calendar button - launches the Calendar application.
•Contacts buttonContacts button
Contacts buttonContacts button
Contacts button - launches the Contacts application.
•End buttonEnd button
End buttonEnd button
End button - ends a call or closes the Phone application.
Front features (flip open)Front features (flip open)
Front features (flip open)Front features (flip open)
Front features (flip open)
Contacts button
Calendar button
End button
Call button
Phone flip
LED indications tableLED indications table
LED indications tableLED indications table
LED indications table
LEDLED
LEDLED
LED ColorColor
ColorColor
Color StatusStatus
StatusStatus
Status Indicates that the deviceIndicates that the device
Indicates that the deviceIndicates that the device
Indicates that the device
GSM/GPRS Green Blinking is connected to a GSM network
Orange Blinking is connected to a GPRS network
Red Blinking received a new SMS message or is reminding
you of an appointment, task, etc.
Bluetooth Blue Blinking Bluetooth™ feature is on
Red Blinking OS has generated an alarm
Power Red On battery is charging
Green On battery is fully-charged

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Side featuresSide features
Side featuresSide features
Side features
•Reset buttonReset button
Reset buttonReset button
Reset button - allows you to perform a soft reset in case the
device malfunctions, or when an application hangs. Press the tip of
the stylus on the button to reset the device.
•Record buttonRecord button
Record buttonRecord button
Record button - launches the Notes recorder application.
•Camera buttonCamera button
Camera buttonCamera button
Camera button - launches the Camera application; captures a
photo or records video.
•5-way joystick5-way joystick
5-way joystick5-way joystick
5-way joystick - functions like the four arrow keys and the
Enter key on a keyboard. This button allows you to:
- move through the program icons, folders, or files in a menu by
scrolling up, down, right, or left
- launch a selected program, list folder contents, or open a file
by pressing the button
•Voice command buttonVoice command button
Voice command buttonVoice command button
Voice command button - launches the Voice Commander
application.
Left sideLeft side
Left sideLeft side
Left side Right sideRight side
Right sideRight side
Right side
Voice command button
5-way joystick
Camera button
Record button
Reset button

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•Headphone portHeadphone port
Headphone portHeadphone port
Headphone port - connects to a headphone.
•Infrared (IR) portInfrared (IR) port
Infrared (IR) portInfrared (IR) port
Infrared (IR) port - allows you to beam data to another device
that has an IR port.
•SD card slotSD card slot
SD card slotSD card slot
SD card slot - accommodates an SD card.
Infrared (IR) port
SD card slot
Headphone port
Power and cradle/sync cable connector
Top featuresTop features
Top featuresTop features
Top features
•Power and cradle/sync cable connectorPower and cradle/sync cable connector
Power and cradle/sync cable connectorPower and cradle/sync cable connector
Power and cradle/sync cable connector - connects to the
26-pin female connector on the cradle. If you are not using the
cradle, connect the 26-pin power/USB sync cable plug directly to
this connector to synchronise your device with your computer
and/or to charge the battery.
Bottom featuresBottom features
Bottom featuresBottom features
Bottom features

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Back featuresBack features
Back featuresBack features
Back features
Flash
Speaker
Camera
Battery
Stylus
Strap holder
Battery lockBattery latch
•FlashFlash
FlashFlash
Fl ash - provides additional lighting for the built-in camera
•CameraCamera
CameraCamera
Cam era - this is a 1.3 megapixel still/video camera
•BatteryBattery
BatteryBattery
Batte ry - this is a Lithium-Ion battery
•StylusStylus
StylusStylus
Styl us - used for tapping or writing on the LCD screen
•Battery lockBattery lock
Battery lockBattery lock
Battery lock - locks or unlocks the battery latch
NOTESNOTES
NOTESNOTES
N O T E S • The power button is automatically disabled when the
battery is unlocked. The device automatically turns on
when you install and lock the battery.
• The P505 comes with an internal battery that allows you
to swap a fully-charged and a used battery within thirty
minutes without losing any data.
CAUTION!CAUTION!
CAUTION!CAUTION!
C A U TI ON ! If the Pocket PC is on, unlocking the battery automatically
turns off the device and you lose all unsaved data. Refer to
page 2-31 for details on how to back-up your data.
•Battery latchBattery latch
Battery latchBattery latch
Battery latch - secures the battery on the bay
•Strap holderStrap holder
Strap holderStrap holder
Strap holder - allows you to carry the device on a strap

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The stylusThe stylus
The stylusThe stylus
The stylus
The stylus functions on the P505 the same way a mouse functions
on a standard PC. Use the stylus to open programs, execute
commands, or to enter information by writing on the screen or by
tapping on the on-screen keyboard.
•Tap.Tap.
Tap.Tap.
Tap . Touch the screen once with the stylus to open programs
and select options.
•Drag.Drag.
Drag.Drag.
Dr ag . Hold the stylus on the screen and drag across the screen
to select text and images. Drag in a list to select multiple items.
•Tap and hold.Tap and hold.
Tap and hold.Tap and hold.
Tap and hold. Tap and hold the stylus on an item to see a list of
actions available for that item. On the displayed pop-up menu, tap
the action that you want to perform.
Device connector Stylus bay Extra battery pack bay Power/USB sync
cable connector
FrontFront
FrontFront
Front BackBack
BackBack
Back
The cradleThe cradle
The cradleThe cradle
The cradle
The cradle has three connectors.
•Device connectorDevice connector
Device connectorDevice connector
Device connector - holds the device in place. This is a 26-pin
connector that matches the connector on the bottom of the device.
•USB connectorUSB connector
USB connectorUSB connector
USB connector - synchronises the device with your PC.
NOTENOTE
NOTENOTE
N O T E The Power/USB sync cable connector is not detachable from
the back of the cradle.
•Power connectorPower connector
Power connectorPower connector
Power connector - connects the AC adapter. This connector is
located at the back side of the cradle.

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Setting up P505Setting up P505
Setting up P505Setting up P505
Setting up P505
Installing a SIM card and batteryInstalling a SIM card and battery
Installing a SIM card and batteryInstalling a SIM card and battery
Installing a SIM card and battery
To operate the Pocket PC phone features you must install a
Subscriber Identification Module (SIM) card.
NOTENOTE
NOTENOTE
N O T E • Your operator will provide a SIM for the device or provision
an existing SIM for use, subject to your contract with the
operator.
• The battery comes uninstalled in the P505 box. Install the
SIM card first before installing the battery.
To install a SIM card and the battery:
1. Locate the SIM card slot.
2. Position the SIM card with its
nicked corner on top and its
contacts face down.
3. Insert the SIM card to the slot
until it clicks in place.
4. Install the battery by
matching the battery hooks
to the holes on the
compartment.
5. Slide the battery into the
compartment, then press to
keep it in place. See the
illustration for reference.
6. Use the stylus to move the
battery lock to the left to
secure the battery.
SIM card slot
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Placing on the cradlePlacing on the cradle
Placing on the cradlePlacing on the cradle
Placing on the cradle
Position the device on the cradle as shown. Match the connectors and
carefully insert the device until it fits in place.
Connecting the AC adapterConnecting the AC adapter
Connecting the AC adapterConnecting the AC adapter
Connecting the AC adapter
• Connect the power/USB sync cable to the connector at the back
of the cradle. Connect the power plug to a grounded wall socket.
See Figure 1.
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• If you are not using the cradle,
connect the power/USB sync cable
plug directly to the power
connector at the bottom of the
device. Connect the other end of
the power/USB sync cable to a
grounded wall socket. See Figure 2.
Charging the batteryCharging the battery
Charging the batteryCharging the battery
Charging the battery
The device includes a rechargeable Lithium Ion battery. You must
charge the battery before using the device the first time. The battery
starts charging as soon as you connect the AC adapter to a power
source. Use the AC adapter to plug your device to a power source
whenever possible, especially when you are using a modem or other
peripherals, using the device backlight, connecting to a PC, or letting
notification light flash for extended time periods.
When the device is on and the flip is
open, you can display the power status
by tapping >>
>>
>, SettingsSettings
SettingsSettings
Settings > System> System
> System> System
> System
tab, and the PowerPower
PowerPower
Power icon.
Figure 2
When the device is on and the flip is
closed, a battery icon appears in the top
left corner of the phone interface
indicating the battery power level.

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Additional storageAdditional storage
Additional storageAdditional storage
Additional storage
Your device comes with a SecureDigital™ memory card slot for
additional storage or network card installation.
NOTENOTE
NOTENOTE
N O T E Install an SD card if you wish to use the Smart Keeper backup
application.
Installing and removing an SD cardInstalling and removing an SD card
Installing and removing an SD cardInstalling and removing an SD card
Installing and removing an SD card
To install an SD card:To install an SD card:
To install an SD card:To install an SD card:
To install an SD card:
1. With the label side (usually the
side with the card
manufacturer’s name) face up,
and the bar code/serial number
side face down, insert the card
into the SD slot.
2. Push the card all the way into the slot until it fits completely. If
properly installed, the SD card edge aligns with the top edge of
the device.
To remove an SD card:To remove an SD card:
To remove an SD card:To remove an SD card:
To remove an SD card:
Press the card slightly until it ejects.
CAUTION!CAUTION!
CAUTION!CAUTION!
C A U T I O N ! An SD card fits only in one orientation, and slides smoothly into
the slot if inserted correctly. DO NOT force the SD card into
the slot!

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Activating the Pocket PCActivating the Pocket PC
Activating the Pocket PCActivating the Pocket PC
Activating the Pocket PC
Press the power button to turn on the device, then open the phone
flip. The first time you start or reset the device, the screen prompts
you to re-calibrate and set the local time zone. Follow onscreen
instructions to proceed.
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N O T E It is important that you properly calibrate and activate your
device before using it. This process ensures accurate
positioning when entering text and selecting menus.
Screen alignment Setting the local
time zone