DOPOD 838PRO User manual

User Guide

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Important Safety Precautions
Please adhere to the following safety precautions when using this product to avoid
risk of legal and monetary responsibilities.
Electrical Safety
This product is only operable when using battery supplied power.Using other power
sources may cause harmful conditions and will void all guarantees for this product.
Inight Safety
As this product may interfere with operation of inflight navigation system and
navigation system communication networks, usage of this product in an aircraft is
prohibited by law in several countries. If by law permits you using this product in an
aircraft, please switch to Inight Mode to turnoff radio wave transmissions.
Environmental Restrictions
Do not use this product at a gas station or refueling station.Usage of this product is
also prohibited at fuel storages, chemical factories, and locations with explosives.
Environmental Safety
Do not use this product in the following locations: gas station, fuel storages,
chemical factories, demolition worksites, potentially hazardous explosive locations
such as fuel area under ship holds, transport and storage of fuel or chemical
substance facilities, or locations with particles, dust, metal dust, chemical
substances etc in the air.Please remember that sparks in these environments can
cause explosions or re hazards resulting in human casualties.
Road Safety
Unless in an emergency, drivers in moving vehicles are prohibited from using hand
held equipments for calls.In certain countries, it is permitted for drivers in moving
vehicles to use hands-free devices for calls.Usage of this product may interfere
with normal operations of medical instruments.Many hospitals and clinics prohibit
use of these equipments.
Non-Ionic Radiation
To ensure efficiency of radio wave transmission and reduce interference, user
should operate this product under the recommended normal environments.As with
other similar mobile wireless communication equipments, in order to comply with
required operations and for the safety of the users, it is recommended that the user
maintains a safe distance from the antenna during the operation of the equipment.
Dopod Defective Pixel Warranty Policy
As the LCD display on the handheld product is made up of high precision
components, possible lit or dark pixels (Note) appearing on the display screen is
a common occurrence from the product manufacturing process.If your purchased
product meets the following conditions, you may request replacement of the LCD
display module within seven days from the purchase date.
1. Total count of three or more malfunctioning pixels (lit or dark); or
2. Any two malfunctioning pixels (lit or dark) within 5mm of each other.
Lit Pixels: blue, red, white, or green dots on specic locations of LCD screen.
Dark Pixel: black dot on specic locations of the LCD screen.

Table of Contents
Getting to Know Your 838 Pro
Learning the Input Modes
Using the Communication
1.1 Introduction to Handset and
Accessories ........................................3
1.2 Insert USIM/SIM Card.........................7
1.3 Insert MicroSD card............................8
1.4 Initial Device Startup...........................9
1.5 Learn about the Today Screen ............10
1.6 Start Menu..........................................14
1.7 Device Lock........................................15
1.8 Standby Mode and System On/Off ......17
1.9 Restore to Default (Hard Reset)..........18
2.1 Using the Input Method.......................23
2.2 Using Block Recognizer......................27
2.3 Using Letter Recognizer .....................28
2.4 Using Transcriber ...............................29
2.5 Use the Physical Keyboard .................31
3.1 Using the Phone .................................40
3.2 Making Voice Calls .............................45
3.3 Receiving Voice Calls .........................50
3.4 Video calls..........................................53
3.5 Call Options........................................57
3.6 Additional Information on Dialing.........63
3.7 Smart Dialing......................................66
3.8 Managing Call History.........................67
3.9 Setting up Speed Dial Entries .............69
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View Messages
4.1 How to Use the Messaging Center......74
4.2 SMS ...................................................77
4.3 MMS...................................................83
4.4 Outlook E-mail....................................89
4.5 POP3 / IMAP4 Account.......................96
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Managing Personal Information
5.1 Contacts .............................................102
5.2 Calendar.............................................112
5.3 Tasks ..................................................120
5.4 Notes..................................................125
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Synchronizing Your Phone
6.1 Introducing ActiveSync .......................136
6.2 Installing ActiveSync...........................137
6.3 Installing Microsoft Office Outlook.......139
6.4 Initial Connection................................142
6.5 Using ActiveSync................................145
6.6 Sync with Multiple Computers.............146
6.7 Synchronizing Connection
Through Bluetooth, IR.........................148
6.8 Syncing with an Exchange Server.......151
6.9 Using ActiveSync to Transfer and
Manage Files......................................154
6.10 Advanced PC Sync Settings..............157
6.11 Syncing Music, Video, and Pictures...163
6.12 Installing Software ............................167
6.13 ActiveSync Connection
Troubleshooting ................................168
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Experiencing Multimedia
Entertainment
7.1 Camera and Video Camera.................174
7.2 Viewing Pictures and Movies ..............179
7.3 Windows Media Player .......................185
7.4 Today Screen & Themes.....................194
7.5 Streaming Media.................................198
7.6 MP3 Player.........................................199
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Experience Mobile Office Living
8.1 Word Mobile .......................................204
8.2 Excel Mobile .......................................211
8.3 PowerPoint Mobile..............................218
8.4 ClearVue PDF.....................................223
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Wireless Connections
9.1 Comm Manager ..................................228
9.2 WiFi Wireless Networking ...................231
9.3 Bluetooth ............................................237
9.4 Configure GPRS/UMTS ......................243
9.5 Wireless Modem.................................245
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Experiencing Internet Entertainment
10.1 Internet Explorer...............................266
10.2 Pocket MSN......................................273
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Setting the Phone Information
11.1 My Information ..................................285
11.2 Phone ...............................................287
11.3 Configure Incoming Ring Tone ..........292
11.4 Function Button.................................293
11.5 Start Menu ........................................295
11.6 Enter.................................................296
11.7 Password Protection .........................298
11.8 Sounds and Notifications...................300
11.9 Removing Programs..........................301
11.10 Local Area Settings .........................303
11.11 Memory...........................................304
11.12 Power ............................................306
11.13 Backlight ........................................307
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11.14 Clock and Alarms ...........................308
11.15 Screen ...........................................310
11.16 Device Information .........................311
11.17 About .............................................312
11.18 Microphone AGC ............................313
11.19 Bean ..............................................313
11.20 Network Cards ...............................314
11.21 Connections ...................................316
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Using More Programs
12.1 Java MIDlet Manager........................326
12.2 File Explorer .....................................328
12.3 Voice Command ...............................335
12.4 ZIP ...................................................340
12.5 Search..............................................344
12.6 Calculator .........................................345
12.7 Games..............................................346
12.8 QuickMark Mobile Barcode ...............349
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Q&A
13.1 Q&A.................................................352
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Mouse Cursor
At every screen on the phone there will be
one mouse cursor indicating where you
should use your stylus.
After purchasing this product, carefully read
through the user manual before operating.
For your reading convenience, this manual
is designed with many tips and services in
order to help you  nd information quickly.
Page Format
Generally, each page is separated into up-
per and lower areas, regardless of the left
or right half of the page. Browsing is made
from left to right and then from up to down
in a Z shape, continuing on the next page.
There are small red boxes on the outer
edge of the contents page to assist you in
 nding speci c chapter topics.
Topic Format
The beginning of each topic always starts
with the page on the right. The topic ( rst)
page will explain what functions are cov-
ered under the speci ed topic. The Actions
Index will help you to quickly  nd out how
to perform certain actions. The last part is
the contents page. The contents page is
separated into three levels. For example,
in Chapter 3, 3. 1, 3. 2, 3. 3 serve as the
second level sub-headers; 3. 1 is then fur-
ther divided into 3. 1. 1 Phone screen and
3. 1. 2 Input PIN number information sub-
sections. Similar types of functions may be
further subdivided to reduce confusion.
How to Use This Manual

Action: Switch to Cang-jie Input
Select
(right side of input
method icon)
1Select Cang-jie 2
After virtual keyboard is
activated, the icon will be
shown
Mouse Cursor
Every topic’s content page includes icons
that will assist the reader in operating the
product and learning quickly. At the beginning
of each action icon, the purpose of this action
will be outlined in red background color. Each
procedure will indicate the step sequence
numbers, the action you will need to execute,
the screen that appears for this procedure,
and the descriptions for this procedure.
About Action Icons
Name of
current procedure
Actions to take
Procedure Number
Mobile phone or
computer screen
Action
descriptions
This manual provides tip symbols to remind
users of some pointers, notes, and precau-
tions.
Tip Symbols
Caution
Tips
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Topic
Getting to Know Your
838 Pro
In this topic, you will learn …
1 Introduction to Handset and
Accessories
2 Insert USIM/SIM Card
3 Insert MicroSD card
4 Initial Device Startup
5 Learn about the Today Screen
6 Start Menu
7 Device Lock
8 Standby Mode and System On/Off
9 Restore to Default (Hard Reset)
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LED Indicator............................................................6
Insert USIM/SIM Card ................................................7
Insert MicroSD Card...................................................8
Install Default Programs.............................................9
Align Screen ..............................................................9
Using the Start Menu .................................................14
Use Device Lock ........................................................15
Undo Device Lock......................................................16
Turnoff Phone ............................................................17
Using the Restore to Default ......................................18
Hard Reset Restore to Default ...................................19
Action
Index

Getting to Know Your 838 Pro
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1.1 Introduction to Handset and Accessories
Getting to know your handset buttons, LED indicators, and accessories.
Introduction to Handset and Accessories
1QWERTY
Keyboard
You can use the QWERTY Keyboard to enter characters; for a
detailed description of the QWERTY Keyboard, please refer to
Chapter 2.
2Messaging Center
button
Press the Messaging Center button to quickly access the
Messaging Center.
3Left LED indicator
The left LED indicates the Wi-Fi and Bluetooth status. For a
description of the LED fl ash, please refer to contents after this
chapter.
4Right LED
indicator
The right LED indicates event notifi cations, charging status,
and UMTS/GSM status. For a description of the LED fl ash,
please refer to contents after this chapter.
5Internet Explorer
button
Press the Internet Explorer button to quickly access Internet
Explorer.
6Video camera lens When dialing a video enabled call, the video camera lens will
be used to take video images.
7Scroll wheel
When using the Today screen or an application, the scroll
wheel can scroll the cursor up/down to move to an option.
Press down on the scroll wheel to select the option under the
cursor. When listening to music, the scroll wheel can adjust
the volume level.
8OK button
Press the OK button to confi rm the entered data or close the
program. The OK button has the same function as the upper
right corner screen icon.

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9Voice command
button
Use Voice Tags for voice dialing, or press & hold to activate
the Voice Memo program.
10 MicroSD slot Use to insert a MicroSD memory card and access data on it.
11 Touch screen You can write freehand on the touch screen with the stylus,
or use it to click on the screen to select an item.
12 Video call button Use the video call button to quickly dial video enabled calls.
13 Left confi rmation
button
Press the left confi rmation button to execute an action or
application shown in the lower left part of screen.
14 Right confi rmation
button
Press the right confi rmation button to execute an action or
application shown in the lower right part of screen.
15 Start Menu button Press the start menu button to access the start menu.
16 Talk button Press the talk button to answer calls or start a call.
17
5-way navigation
button/confi rm
button
When using programs, press the up/down/right/left
navigation button to lock the cursor focus in each option,
press the confi rm button to select the option that is focused.
18 Hang up button Press the hang up button to end calls or immediately return
to the Today screen.
19 OK button
Press the OK button to confi rm the entered data or close the
program. The OK button has the same function as the upper
right corner screen icon.

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20 Car antenna
connector
Connect the mobile phone to the car antenna for better call
quality. Just remove the rubber cap and connect the antenna
to the antenna connecter when in use. When not in use,
please replace the rubber cap. For more information on the
offi cial car antenna, please visit the Dopod website.
21 Self photo mirror You can use the self photo mirror to preview the frame when
taking a picture of yourself.
22 Main lens The main lens can capture photos up to a maximum of 2
megapixels.
23 Capture mode
selector
Use to set the camera to normal mode or macro mode.
24 Flash The fl ash lets you capture clear photos and movies in the dark
25 Power button
Press the power button to turn off the screen. While the screen
is off you will still be able to receive calls and messages. If you
wish to turn off the unit, please hold down the power button
for 5 seconds. When the phone is off you will not be able to
receive calls or messages.
26 Comm Manager Press the Comm Manager button to access the Comm
Manager screen.
27 Camera Button
Press once to activate the camera function. If the camera
function is already activated, press once to capture photos or
record movies.
28 Stylus Use the stylus to write freehand on the touch screen.
29 Strap notch You can hook the wrist strap to the notch.
30 IR port Transmit data through the IR port.
31 Back cover latch Flick this latch to open the back cover.
32 Headset / sync /
power connector
Use the USB cable to sync data or recharge the unit; this port
also allows use of a stereo headset for hands free calling,
listening to music, or directly connecting to an AC adapter for
recharging.
33 Reset button Use the stylus to press the reset button to restart your phone.
34 Microphone During a call or voice recording, the microphone will
automatically begin to record.

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LED Indicator
The right LED indicator (orange/red/green) is used to indicate the phone
battery and network status; the left LED (blue/green) is used to indicate the
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi wireless network connection status.
Right LED indicator status:
Light signal Status
Solid green Batter charging is complete.
Not lit Battery compartment is empty.
Solid orange Battery is charging, or phone is being sync’ed with the computer
using ActiveSync through USB cable.
Flashing green Found telecom network.
Flashing red Insuffi cient battery power level (less than 4%).
Flashing orange
Battery temperature is higher than the specified operating
range of 48°C or lower than 0°C and battery charging has been
stopped.
Orange/green
LED indicator
Battery is malfunctioning. Unit displays the “Battery
Malfunctioning” message ( ).Unplug the AC adapter to resume
fl ashing green LED.
Dark/fading Disconnected from the network.
Left LED indicator status:
Light signal Status
Flashing blue Bluetooth mode is in “Activated” or “Detected” mode.
Flashing green Wi-Fi mode is “Activated”
Accessories
1AC adapter Recharges the phone battery.
2Sync cable Connects to computer to sync data.
3Headset
The headset has volume control buttons and Send/End buttons.
You can use the buttons to answer or hang up incoming calls.
Please insert the headset to headset / sync / power connector to
listen to music or make calls.

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1.2 Insert USIM/SIM Card
A USIM/SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card is provided by your
telecom service provider containing your basic data, for example, phone
numbers and address book. Before installing a USIM/SIM card, please
make sure that power to the phone is turned off.
!If you do not insert a USIM/SIM card, you will not be able to use
the mobile communication functions
Insert USIM/SIM Card
1. Flip open the card latch: hold the phone in one hand, front side facing
down and place the phone in middle of your palm. Follow the directions
indicated in the diagram to fl ip open the card latch.
2. Remove the battery: remove the battery cover and carefully pry beneath
the notch to the left of the battery to remove the battery.
3. Insert the USIM/SIM card: insert the USIM/SIM card in the slot with the
card’s gold contacts facing down. Gently push the battery into position.
Replace the battery cover.
To remove the USIM/SIM card, gently push on the bottom of the card to slide
it out of the slot. Then replace the battery cover.
To avoid damage to the USIM/SIM card data and the phone, the phone
will automatically turn off when you open the battery cover.
Insert USIM/SIM Card
Flip open the card latch

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1.3 Insert MicroSD card
Install MicroSD card. You can store information such as pictures, music,
documents, and program data on the MicroSD card.
Insert MicroSD card
Insert MicroSD card

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Please follow the onscreen
directions and tap on the
center of the crosshairs to
complete the screen alignment
1.4 Initial Device Startup
During initial device startup, the system will
instruct you on how to use the quick display
function menu, align the screen on your
device, and confi gure the mobile network.
Please follow the onscreen directions.
Align Screen
Install Default Programs
Please wait for the auto
installation program to
complete installation of the
default programs.
▲Screen alignment screen
▲Default program
installation screen

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1.5 Learn about the Today Screen
The 838 Pro handheld phone comes with specialized themes from
the factory. This manual uses the Windows Mobile™ 5 default Today
screen, themes and menus as an example.
The Today screen shows the following important information: status
indicator, time and date, upcoming appointments, personal information,
tasks to be processed, messages, missed calls, and device lock. You
can directly tap the icon to access a program or confi guration. The icons
located on the status bar include: roaming, available GPRS/UMTS
services, time, missed calls, new messages, reception status, and
GPRS/UMTS connection status.
If you wish to customize the displayed items, background picture
contents etc. on the Home Screen, please select Start > Settings >
Today.
For Today screen setup, please refer to 7.4 Today screen & themes.
Learn About the Today Home Screen
1 Select to show the start menu
2After selection you can check the
connection status
3Show the current signal strength,
select to activate phone confi guration
4Select to adjust vibrate / ring tone
volume level
5
Shows the system time. Select
to check the next scheduled
appointment time
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Shows the system date and time.
Select to confi gure the time, date,
and alarm
7Shows the name of the owner for the
phone. Select to confi gure the name
8Select to access messages, tasks, or
calendar
9 Select to lock the device
10 Select to access the Comm Manager
11 Battery status. Select to access
battery management
12 Select to access calendar
13 Select to access contacts