Compaq Aero 1500 Series User manual

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Aero 1500 Series
Palm-size PC
Reference Guide

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REFERENCE GUIDE
Aero 1500 Series Palm-size PC
First Edition August 1999
Compaq Computer Corporation

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
preface: Before You Begin
chapter 1: Introducing the Device
chapter 2: Basic Operations
chapter 3: Using Power
chapter 4: Software Functions
chapter 5: Backup and Restore
chapter 6: Pocket Outlook
chapter 7: Voice Recorder
chapter 8: Note Taker
chapter 9: Picture Viewer
chapter 10: AudiblePlayer
chapter 11: Infrared Feature
chapter 12: CompactFlash Cards
chapter 13: ActiveSync
chapter 14: Channels
chapter 15: Getting Connected Remotely
chapter 16: Upgrading the Memory Module
chapter 17: Using Jot Character Recognizer
chapter 18: Tips & Troubleshooting
appendix A: Hardware Specifications
appendix B: Icon Reference
appendix C: Regulatory Notices

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preface
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
Before using your Compaq Aero 1500 Series, be sure to read through the
Quick Start Guide. Read this chapter for information about:
documentation and online help
customer registration
symbols and conventions used in this guide
FINDING INFORMATION
References are provided as printed materials and as online information
that is accessible from your desktop computer and your Aero 1500. In
addition to this guide the following references come with your Aero 1500:
Quick Start Guide
Pocket Reference Guide
Accessories Information
Accessories Business Card
Important Safety Information
Register Now Card (North America only)
For Help... (warranty and service information)
Program License Agreement
Microsoft®ActiveSyncbooklet (with Microsoft ActiveSync CD)

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The following online references are also available:
Name Location
Palm-size PC Help Compaq Aero 1500. Tap StartààHelp.
Microsoft ActiveSync Help On your desktop computer. Install the
Microsoft ActiveSync software. Next,
click on the Microsoft ActiveSync icon
on your desktop, then click
HelpààActiveSync Help.
Microsoft Palm-size PC Home
Page www.microsoft.com/
windowsce/ppc
Compaq Aero 1500 Home Page www.compaq.com/
products/

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LOCATING INFORMATION QUICKLY
To quickly find the information you’re looking for, use this table as a
starting point.
To Find Information About: Look Here:
Using the programs on your
Compaq Aero 1500 Compaq Aero 1500 Reference Guide
Palm-size PC Help
Synchronizing and exchanging files
with your desktop computer Microsoft ActiveSync Help. ActiveSync Help also includes
troubleshooting information on
connections.
Palm-size PC Help
The booklet accompanying the
Microsoft ActiveSync CD
Toolbar buttons and dialog box
items Tap and hold on a toolbar button or dialog box item to see its name or a
short description. Drag off the
toolbar button or item before lifting
to avoid activating it.
Information on this release of
Windows CE and ActiveSync Read Me files (located in the ActiveSync folder on your desktop
computer).
Information on Aero 1500
accessories and how to order them Accessories Information
Accessories Business Card
The latest information and offers for
your Aero 1500 device and
accessories
Aero 1500 Home Page
(www.compaq.com/
products/)

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CUSTOMER REGISTRATION
In North America
To receive the latest information on your Compaq Aero 1500 Series, as
well as special offers on device accessories and software, be sure to
register with Compaq by completing and mailing the Register Now card
included with your Palm-size PC.
Outside of North America
Outside of North America, use the Compaq Info Messenger service to
obtain Internet and e-mail access to the latest software updates and service
documentation for your device.
Once you register with this free service at www.compaq.com/
infomessenger and build your profile(s), Info Messenger searches the
Compaq Web site and collects information specific to your Compaq Aero
1500 environment. Info Messenger then sends an e-mail alerting you
when new and/or updated information is available on a Compaq
customized Web page.

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SYMBOLS AND CONVENTIONS
Some or all of the following format conventions may be used in this guide
to distinguish elements of text:
Names of menus, commands and icons are shown in bold type as they
appear on the display, for example, Start, Close all tasks,Q.
An arrow is used to separate icons or menu options that you should
select in succession, for example, tap StartààSettingsààOwner.
WARNING:Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow
directions could result in bodily harm or loss of life.
CAUTION:Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow
directions could result in damage to equipment or loss of
information.
NOTE:Text set off in this manner presents commentary, sidelights, or
interesting points of information.
IMPORTANT:Text set off in this manner presents clarifying information or
specific instructions.

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chapter 1
INTRODUCING THE DEVICE
Welcome to the high-performance world of the ultraslim Compaq Aero
1500 Series (referred to as the "device" throughout this reference guide).
Powered by Microsoft's Windows CE operating system, the Compaq Aero
1500 Series is designed to provide you quick and convenient access to
critical information while away from your PC.
The world's smallest Windows CE powered Palm-size PC, the Aero 1500
fits neatly in your pocket and acts as a mobile extension to your PC,
letting you access and organize important information such as your
contacts, schedule and task list wherever you go.
The Aero 1500 features a crisp, high-resolution display that greatly
enhances the clarity of text and graphics so that you can view more
information at a glance. Because its Windows CE interface closely
emulates the Windows interface on your PC, the Compaq Aero 1500
Series is the most intuitive way to stay productive and access, organize
and exchange information with a Windows-based PC.
This chapter describes the following features:
front side components
left side components
right side components
top edge components
bottom edge components
back side components
cradle components and auto-sync cable

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FRONT SIDE COMPONENTS
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Front Side
Item Component Function
ÊBattery Charge and
Alarm Light The indicator light on the top of the device serves as both a battery charge
indicator and a visual alarm indicator.
Flashing green: Notification alarm
signal.
Flashing amber: Battery is
charging.
Solid amber: Battery is fully
charged.
For more information, see "Charging
the Battery Pack" in Chapter 3, and
"Setting Notification Alarms" in
Chapter 4. Continued

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Front Side Components Continued
Item Component Function
The program buttons on the front
panel of the device are used to open
some of the most frequently used
applications. You can change the
shortcuts of the program buttons so
that they open different applications.
For more information, see "Program
Buttons" in Chapter 6.
Opens the Calendar
application.
Opens the Contacts
application.
Opens the Tasks
application.
ËProgram Buttons
Opens the Note Taker
application.
ÌPower and Backlight
Button The Power and Backlight button is used to turn on and off your device
and the screen backlight. Press and
release the button to turn on or off the
device. Press and hold the button for
one second to toggle on or off the
backlight.
ÍDisplay The Aero 1500 Series features a crisp,
high-resolution, STN-type
monochrome display that greatly
enhances the clarity of text and
graphics so that you can view more
information at a glance. Its large
viewable area (320 x 240 pixels) lets
you see more and do more. Continued

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Front Side Components Continued
Item Component Function
ÎMicrophone The two small holes at the top of the
device are the microphone for the
built-in Voice Recorder. For more
information, see Chapter 7, "Voice
Recorder."

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LEFT SIDE COMPONENTS
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Left Side
Item Component Function
ÊVoice Recorder Button You can record brief notes and messages
by speaking into the built-in microphone
while holding down the voice recorder
button. For more information, see
Chapter 7, "Voice Recorder."
ËDial/Action Button This is a wheel with three functions.
Rotate the dial up to cause an
upward scrolling action while you
are using an application.
Rotate the dial down to cause a
downward scrolling action while you
are using an application.
Press the center of the dial to use it
as an action button, much like the
Enter key on a full-sized PC
keyboard.
ÌExit Button Press this button to exit a window within
an application. The Exit button is similar
to the Esc key on a full-size PC
keyboard.

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RIGHT SIDE COMPONENTS
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Right Side
Item Component Function
ÊBackup Battery
Compartment The system relies on a coin-sized backup battery to maintain data when the main
battery pack is low or unavailable. Open
the cover of the backup battery
compartment to access the backup
battery. For more information, see
"Backup Battery" in Chapter 3.
ËDC Jack The DC jack allows you to connect to
external power with the supplied AC
adapter. For more information, see
"Using AC Power" in Chapter 3.

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TOP EDGE COMPONENTS
Top Edge
Item Component Function
ÊInfrared Port You can use the infrared port to exchange
data with other infrared-equipped devices.
The infrared port can transmit at speeds up
to 115 Kb per second. For more
information, see Chapter 11, "Infrared
Feature."
ËAudio Jack The audio jack lets you connect an earplug
to your Compaq Aero 1500.
ÌCompactFlash Card
Slot The CompactFlash slot is protected by a removable cover. The slot supports Type I
CompactFlash cards. For more information,
see Chapter 12, "CompactFlash Cards."
ÍStylus and Stylus
Compartment The stylus compartment stores the stylus when it’s not in use. Pull the stylus up to
release it from the compartment. When you
are finished using the stylus, insert it back
into the compartment and gently press it
down.
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BOTTOM EDGE COMPONENTS
Bottom Edge
Item Component Function
ÊCommunications Port The communications port establishes a
connection with the serial port of your
desktop PC. You can connect the Aero
1500 to a PC by using a cradle or an
auto-sync cable. For information on
using the communications port to
establish a connection to a PC, see
ActiveSync Help on your desktop
computer.
ËBattery Cover Release
Button This button allows you to access the main battery. Press the recessed button
with your stylus to open the battery
compartment cover.
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BACK SIDE COMPONENTS
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Back Side
Item Component Function
ÊMemory Compartment The memory compartment holds the
memory module installed in the device.
For more information, see Chapter 15,
"Upgrading the Memory Module."
ËBattery Compartment The battery compartment holds the
rechargeable battery pack. For more
information, see "Rechargeable Battery
Pack" in Chapter 3.
ÌBackup Battery Cover
Release Button The Backup Battery Cover Release button is recessed inside the case of
the device. This button allows you to
access the backup battery. To pop
open the backup battery compartment
cover on the adjacent edge, use the tip
of the stylus to press the button.
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Back Side Components Continued
Item Component Function
ÍSpeaker The system sounds alarms and plays
back sound recordings through this
speaker.
The Reset button is recessed inside the
case of the device. Occasionally, some
hardware or software malfunctions can
prevent the device from responding. To
get the device working again, use the tip
of the stylus to press the Reset button.
For more information, see "Resetting
Your Device" in Chapter 3.
ÎReset Button
CAUTION: When you use the
Reset button, you will lose any
data that has not been saved.

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CRADLE COMPONENTS AND
AUTO-SYNC CABLE
Your Compaq Aero 1500 comes with a cradle. You can also buy an auto-
sync cable separately. Both accessories can be used to establish a link
between the Aero 1500 and a desktop computer.
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Cradle
Item Component Function
ÊCradle The cradle links your Aero 1500 to your
desktop computer. You can also recharge
the main unit's battery by docking the main
unit in the cradle while the cradle is
attached to external power.
ËStylus Holder The stylus holder acts as a convenient
storing place for your stylus when you are
using your Aero 1500 with your cradle.
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Item Component Function
ÌFixed Auto-sync Cable The fixed auto-sync cable connects your
cradle to the desktop PC. When you dock
the device into the cradle, the device
automatically connects with the desktop
PC. (You must install ActiveSync on the
desktop PC first.) For more information,
see ActiveSync Help on your desktop PC.
Using the Cradle
Item Component Function
ÍAC Adapter The AC adapter connects the cradle to
external power. For more information,
see "Using AC Power" in Chapter 3.
ÎDC Jack The DC jack allows you to connect to
external power via the supplied AC
adapter.
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