GENERAL MOBILE DSTW1 User manual

GENERAL MOBILE
DSTW1
User Manual

Please Read Before Proceeding
THIS DEVICE IS NOT CHARGED WHEN YOU TAKE IT OUT OF THE BOX. DO NOT
REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK WHEN THE DEVICE IS CHARGING.
YOUR WARRANTY IS INVALIDATED IF YOU OPEN OR TAMPER WITH THE
DEVICE’S OUTER CASING.
EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES
When in any area with a potentially explosive atmosphere or where flammable
materials exist, the product should be turned off and the user should obey all
signs and instructions. Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire
resulting in bodily injury or even death. Users are advised not to use the
equipment at refueling points such as service or gas stations, and are reminded
of the need to observe restrictions on the use of radio equipment in fuel depots,
chemical plants, or where blasting operations are in progress. Areas with a
potentially explosive atmosphere are often, but not always, clearly marked. These
include fueling areas, below deck on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage
facilities, and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain,
dust, or metal powders.
PRIVACY RESTRICTIONS
Some countries require full disclosure of recorded telephone conversations, and
stipulate that you must inform the person with whom you are speaking that the
conversation is being recorded. Always obey the relevant laws and regulations of your
country when using the recording feature of your Pocket PC Phone.
When using this product, the safety precautions below must be taken to offset
possible legal liabilities and damages.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
This product is intended for use when supplied with power from the battery.
Other usage may be dangerous and will invalidate any approval given to this
product.
SAFETY IN AIRCRAFTS
Due to the possible interference caused by this product to an aircraft's navigation
system and its communications network, using this product on board an airplane
is against the law in most countries.
ENVIRONMENT RESTRICTIONS
Do not use this product at gas or refueling stations. The use of this product is
also prohibited in fuel storehouses, chemical plants, and locations containing

explosives.
SAFETY FOR ENVIRONMENTS
Do not use this product in gas stations, fuel depots, chemical plants or where
blasting operations are in progress, or in potentially explosive atmospheres such
as fuelling areas, below deck on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage
facilities, and areas where the air contains chemicals or particles, such as grain,
dust, or metal powders. Please be aware that Sparks in such areas could cause
an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
ROAD SAFETY
Vehicle drivers in motion are not permitted to use telephony services with
handhold devices, except in the case of emergency. In some countries, using
hand-free devices as an alternative is allowed.
INTERFERENCE WITH MEDICAL EQUIPMENT FUNCTIONS
This product may cause medical equipment to malfunction. The use of this
device is forbidden in most hospitals and medical clinics.
NONIONIZING RADIATION
This product should be operated in the suggested normal condition only to ensure the
radiative performance and safety of the interference. As with other mobile radio
transmitting equipment, users are advised that for satisfactory operation of the
equipment and for the safety of personnel, it is recommended that no part of the human
body be allowed to come too close to the antenna during operation of the equipment.

Contents
Chapter 1 ...........................................................................................................................15
Getting Started...................................................................................................................15
1.1 Getting to Know your Device and its Accessories ......................................................16
Front and left side view............................................................................................................ 16
Back and right side view.......................................................................................................... 17
Accessories................................................................................................................................ 18
1.2 Inserting the SIM Card...............................................................................................19
1.3 Battery Information ....................................................................................................20
To check the battery power..................................................................................................... 20
To charge the battery............................................................................................................... 21
To deal with low battery .......................................................................................................... 21
1.4 Starting Up...................................................................................................................21
To turn the device on and off................................................................................................... 21
To calibrate the Device............................................................................................................. 22
To manage screen settings ....................................................................................................... 22
1.5 The Today Screen ........................................................................................................22
Indicators.................................................................................................................................. 24
1.6 Using the Start Menu ..................................................................................................25
Program Indicators.................................................................................................................. 26
Chapter 2 ...........................................................................................................................28
Entering and Searching for Information.........................................................................28
2.1 Introduction.................................................................................................................29
To show or hide the Input Panel ............................................................................................. 29
2.2 Using the Keyboard.....................................................................................................29
To use the standard on-screen Keyboard............................................................................... 30
To enter text using the on-screen Keyboard .......................................................................... 30
To enlarge the on-screen Keyboard........................................................................................ 30
2.3 Using Letter Recognizer..............................................................................................30
To use Letter Recognizer......................................................................................................... 30
2.4 Using Block Recognizer..............................................................................................30

To use Block Recognizer.......................................................................................................... 30
2.5 Using Transcriber........................................................................................................31
To start Transcriber................................................................................................................. 31
To write using Transcriber...................................................................................................... 31
To enter punctuation and symbols.......................................................................................... 31
To edit text................................................................................................................................. 31
Transcriber Gestures ............................................................................................................... 31
The Transcriber toolbar .......................................................................................................... 32
2.6 Drawing and Writing on the Screen...........................................................................33
2.7 Searching for Information..........................................................................................33
To search for a file or an item.................................................................................................. 33
Chapter 3 ...........................................................................................................................34
Using Phone Features.......................................................................................................34
3.1 Using the Phone..........................................................................................................35
The Phone screen...................................................................................................................... 35
To enter your PIN..................................................................................................................... 35
To turn flight mode on and off................................................................................................ 35
To adjust the device volume .................................................................................................... 35
3.2 Making a Call..............................................................................................................36
To make a call from Phone...................................................................................................... 36
To make a call from Contacts.................................................................................................. 37
To specify the number to dial.................................................................................................. 37
To make a call from Call History............................................................................................ 37
To make a call from Speed Dial............................................................................................... 38
To create a Speed Dial entry.................................................................................................... 38
3.3 Receiving a Call...........................................................................................................38
To answer or reject an incoming call...................................................................................... 38
To end a call.............................................................................................................................. 38
3.4 In-call Options.............................................................................................................38
To put a call on hold................................................................................................................. 38
To switch between two calls..................................................................................................... 39
To set up a conference call....................................................................................................... 39
To turn on and off the Speakerphone..................................................................................... 39
To mute a call............................................................................................................................ 39

3.5 Additional Dialing Information..................................................................................39
To make an emergency call...................................................................................................... 39
To make an international call.................................................................................................. 40
Chapter 4 ...........................................................................................................................41
Synchronizing Your Device...............................................................................................41
4.1 Using ActiveSync.........................................................................................................42
To install and set up ActiveSync.............................................................................................. 42
4.2 Synchronizing Information.........................................................................................42
To synchronize Outlook information...................................................................................... 43
To start and stop synchronization........................................................................................... 43
To change which information is synchronized....................................................................... 43
To synchronize directly with Exchange Server...................................................................... 44
4.3 Synchronizing via Bluetooth.......................................................................................44
To synchronize with a PC via Bluetooth................................................................................. 44
4.4 Synchronizing Music, Video, and Pictures.................................................................44
To change Media synchronization settings............................................................................. 45
To set up a sync relationship with a storage card.................................................................. 45
Chapter 5 ...........................................................................................................................46
Managing Your Pocket PC Phone....................................................................................46
5.1 Personalizing Your Pocket PC Phone ........................................................................47
To customize the Today screen................................................................................................ 47
To add a custom background image....................................................................................... 47
To set options for displaying tasks on the Today screen ....................................................... 47
To customize the Start menu................................................................................................... 47
To set Clock & Alarms............................................................................................................. 48
To change language and regional settings.............................................................................. 48
To reassign programs or shortcuts to program buttons ....................................................... 48
To increase or decrease the size of text on the screen............................................................ 49
To enter owner information..................................................................................................... 49
To choose how to be notified by events or actions ................................................................. 49
To adjust the speed for scrolling ............................................................................................. 49
To find the operating system version information................................................................. 49
To make the battery last longer............................................................................................... 50
To set the backlight .................................................................................................................. 50

Phone settings........................................................................................................................... 50
5.2 Adding and Removing Programs................................................................................51
To add programs ...................................................................................................................... 52
To remove programs................................................................................................................ 52
5.3 Managing Memory......................................................................................................52
To see how much memory is available.................................................................................... 52
To see available storage card memory.................................................................................... 52
To free up program memory................................................................................................... 53
To close a program................................................................................................................... 53
5.4 Backing Up Files.........................................................................................................53
To copy files to a storage card ................................................................................................. 53
To copy a file using ActiveSync ............................................................................................... 54
To save files on a storage card automatically......................................................................... 54
5.5 Protecting Your Device................................................................................................54
To protect your phone with a PIN........................................................................................... 54
To protect your device with a password................................................................................. 55
To change your password ........................................................................................................ 55
To display owner information on the Today screen............................................................... 55
5.6 Resetting Your Pocket PC Phone................................................................................55
To perform a soft reset............................................................................................................. 56
To perform a hard reset........................................................................................................... 56
Chapter 6 ...........................................................................................................................57
Getting Connected.............................................................................................................57
6.1 Connecting to the Internet..........................................................................................58
To connect to the Internet via ISP .......................................................................................... 58
To connect to a private network.............................................................................................. 59
6.2 Internet Explorer Mobile ............................................................................................59
To start Internet Explorer Mobile .......................................................................................... 59
To choose a Home page............................................................................................................ 59
To transfer favorites from your PC ........................................................................................ 59
To add a favorite....................................................................................................................... 60
To delete a favorite or folder ................................................................................................... 60
To change the size of text on Web pages................................................................................. 60
To show or hide pictures on Web pages.................................................................................. 60

To change how Web pages fill the screen................................................................................ 60
To clear the History list............................................................................................................ 60
To save a picture from a Web page......................................................................................... 60
To change cookies and security settings................................................................................. 60
To delete temporary Internet files........................................................................................... 61
6.3 Using Bluetooth...........................................................................................................61
To turn on or off Bluetooth on your device............................................................................ 61
Bluetooth modes ....................................................................................................................... 61
To make your device visible..................................................................................................... 62
Bluetooth partnerships ............................................................................................................ 62
To create a Bluetooth partnership .......................................................................................... 62
To accept a Bluetooth partnership.......................................................................................... 62
To rename a Bluetooth partnership........................................................................................ 62
To delete a Bluetooth partnership........................................................................................... 63
To beam information using Bluetooth.................................................................................... 63
To use a Bluetooth device as a modem ................................................................................... 63
To configure and use a Bluetooth device as a modem ........................................................... 63
6.4 Using Wireless Manager.............................................................................................63
6.5 Beam............................................................................................................................64
To beam an item ....................................................................................................................... 64
6.6 Internet Sharing..........................................................................................................64
To start Internet Sharing......................................................................................................... 65
To connect Internet via USB.................................................................................................... 65
To connect Internet via Bluetooth PAN.................................................................................. 65
Chapter 7 ...........................................................................................................................66
Exchanging Messages and Using Outlook ......................................................................66
7.1 Text Messages..............................................................................................................67
To create a text message........................................................................................................... 67
To insert predefined text into message ................................................................................... 67
To reply to a message............................................................................................................... 67
7.2 E-mail ..........................................................................................................................67
To set up an e-mail account..................................................................................................... 67
To compose and send a message.............................................................................................. 69
To reply to or forward a message............................................................................................ 69

To add an attachment to a message........................................................................................ 69
To receive attachments............................................................................................................. 69
To download messages............................................................................................................. 70
To download messages from the server.................................................................................. 70
To manage folders .................................................................................................................... 70
7.3 MMS Messages............................................................................................................71
To set up MMS.......................................................................................................................... 71
To access MMS......................................................................................................................... 71
To set up a MMS account........................................................................................................ 71
To manage MMS messages...................................................................................................... 71
To start composing an MMS message .................................................................................... 71
To create a MMS message from a template........................................................................... 73
To add predefined text strings to a MMS message................................................................ 73
To add an audio clip to a MMS message................................................................................ 73
To reply to a MMS message..................................................................................................... 73
To view a MMS message.......................................................................................................... 73
To set advanced options for a MMS message ........................................................................ 74
To change MMS settings.......................................................................................................... 74
To configure MMS settings...................................................................................................... 74
7.4 Windows Live Messenger............................................................................................75
To start Windows Live Messenger.......................................................................................... 75
To sign in or out........................................................................................................................ 76
To add or delete contacts......................................................................................................... 77
To send an instant message...................................................................................................... 77
To block or unblock contacts................................................................................................... 77
To change your Messenger status ........................................................................................... 78
To change your Messenger appearance.................................................................................. 78
To switch between Windows Live and Messenger................................................................. 78
To set Windows Live options................................................................................................... 78
7.5 Calendar ......................................................................................................................78
To schedule an appointment.................................................................................................... 79
To send a meeting request........................................................................................................ 79
To set a default reminder for all new appointments.............................................................. 79
7.6 Contacts .......................................................................................................................79

To create a contact.................................................................................................................... 80
To change contact information................................................................................................ 80
To work with the contact list................................................................................................... 80
To find a contact....................................................................................................................... 80
7.7 Tasks.............................................................................................................................81
To create a task......................................................................................................................... 81
To change the priority of a task .............................................................................................. 81
To set a default reminder for all new tasks ............................................................................ 81
To show start and due dates in the task list ........................................................................... 81
To locate a task ......................................................................................................................... 81
7.8 Notes ............................................................................................................................82
To enter information in Notes ................................................................................................. 82
To set the default input mode for Notes.................................................................................. 82
To create a note......................................................................................................................... 82
To draw in a note...................................................................................................................... 82
To record a voice note .............................................................................................................. 83
To create a voice note............................................................................................................... 83
To change recording formats................................................................................................... 83
Chapter 8 ...........................................................................................................................85
Experiencing Multimedia .................................................................................................85
8.1 Using the Camera........................................................................................................86
To launch the Camera.............................................................................................................. 86
To use still image capture modes............................................................................................. 86
To use video capture mode ...................................................................................................... 87
Camera Setting......................................................................................................................... 87
Micro Mode............................................................................................................................... 89
Location for saving Pictures and Videos................................................................................ 89
Precautions when using the Camera ...................................................................................... 89
To exit from Camera................................................................................................................ 89
8.2 Using Pictures & Videos .............................................................................................89
To copy a picture or video clip to your device........................................................................ 89
To view pictures........................................................................................................................ 90
To play videos with audio ........................................................................................................ 90
To view slide shows................................................................................................................... 90

To sort pictures and video clips............................................................................................... 91
To delete a picture or video clip .............................................................................................. 91
To edit a picture or video clip.................................................................................................. 91
To set a picture as the Today screen background.................................................................. 91
To send pictures and video clips via e-mail............................................................................ 91
To beam a picture..................................................................................................................... 92
To assign pictures to contacts.................................................................................................. 92
To use advance options ............................................................................................................ 92
8.3 Using Windows Media Player.....................................................................................92
About the controls.................................................................................................................... 93
About the screens and menus.................................................................................................. 93
Playback screen menu.............................................................................................................. 93
Now Playing screen menu........................................................................................................ 94
Library screen menu................................................................................................................ 94
About licenses and protected files........................................................................................... 94
To play items on your device................................................................................................... 95
To play an item on a network.................................................................................................. 95
To copy files to your device...................................................................................................... 95
Accessibility for people with disabilities................................................................................. 96
Troubleshooting........................................................................................................................ 96
Chapter 9 ...........................................................................................................................97
Using Other Applications..................................................................................................97
9.1 Using Office Mobile....................................................................................................98
Word Mobile............................................................................................................................. 98
To create a Word document..................................................................................................... 98
Excel Mobile ............................................................................................................................. 98
To create a Excel file ................................................................................................................ 98
PowerPoint Mobile................................................................................................................... 98
To start a slide show presentation........................................................................................... 99
To stop a slide show.................................................................................................................. 99
9.2 Using Java...................................................................................................................99
To install MIDlets from the Internet ...................................................................................... 99
To install MIDlets from a PC................................................................................................ 100
To install a MIDlet/MIDlet suite........................................................................................... 100

To run MIDlets on your device.............................................................................................. 100
To manage MIDlets................................................................................................................ 101
To change the name of a MIDlet........................................................................................... 101
To uninstall a MIDlet............................................................................................................. 101
To configure MIDlet security................................................................................................. 101
9.3 Contact Manager.......................................................................................................102
Appendix..........................................................................................................................103
A.1 Regulatory Notices....................................................................................................104
Regulatory Agency IDs .......................................................................................................... 104
Important Health and Safety Information........................................................................... 104
Safety Precautions for RF Exposure..................................................................................... 104
General Precautions............................................................................................................... 104
Safety Precautions for Power Supply Unit........................................................................... 105
WEEE Notice.......................................................................................................................... 105
A.2 PC Requirement to Run ActiveSync ........................................................................106
A.3 Troubleshooting........................................................................................................106
Power & Battery..................................................................................................................... 107
ActiveSync............................................................................................................................... 107
Display & Sound..................................................................................................................... 107
Connection & Bluetooth........................................................................................................ 107
Operating................................................................................................................................ 108
Memory................................................................................................................................... 108
Media Player........................................................................................................................... 108
Phone....................................................................................................................................... 109
A.4 Specifications............................................................................................................109

Chapter 1
Getting Started
1.1 Getting to Know your Device and its Accessories
1.2 Installing the SIM Card
1.3 Battery Information
1.4 Starting Up
1.5 The Today Screen
1.6 Using the Start Menu

1.1 Getting to Know your Device and its Accessories
Front and left side view
No.
Item
Function
1
Notification LED
Bi-color LED Power indicator, battery charging status.
2
Receiver
Listen to audio media or phone calls.
3
Touch Screen
Use to write, draw, or make selections with the stylus.
4
Talk Button
(G1 and G2 Button)
Press and hold G1 or G2 button to open the Wireless Managerp on the
today screen.
Press G1 or G2 button to answer an incoming call.
In double cards mode while the dialing phone number or name shows on
the screen, press G1 button to dial with card1 or press G2 button to dial
with card2; While no dialing phone number or name, press G1 or G2 button
to open the phone screen; While incoming calls are at the same time, press
G1 button to get the call with card1 and press G2 button to get the call with
card2; While a card is talking, can‘t dial from another card.
In single card mode the function of the G1 button and G2 button are in the
same.
5
Left Soft Key
Performs the command shown in the label above the button.
6
Navigation Pad
Press the navigation pad to scroll left, right, up or down on the display;
press the Action (center) button to enter a selection.
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13

7
Right Soft Key
Performs the command shown in the label above the button.
8
End Button
Press this button to end a call or return to the Today screen. Press this
button to end the highlight call while the incoming calls are at the same
time.
9
OK Button
Press this button to exit the current performance.
10
Start Menu Button
Press this button to active your Start Menu.
11
Microphone
Do not cover the microphone with your hand during phone call.
12
Sync Connector
You can insert USB cable or AC adapter or headset provided with the
device to this connector.
13
Volume Buttons
Press volume buttons to adjust the volume.
Back and right side view
No.
Item
Function
14
Zoom button
Use this button you can adjust the lens to Micro mode.
15
Self Shutter Mirror
Use it when you take a picture for yourself.
16
Camera Lens
Use this built-in camera to take photos or video clips.
17
External Speaker
Allows you to listen to audio media or hands-free calls.
18
Cover Latch
Slide this latch to release the battery cover.
19
20
21
22
23
14
15
16
17
18

19
Micro SD Card Slot
Insert a storage card (Micro SD) for storing data.
20
Power Button
Press this button to turn off your device temporarily and switches the
device to sleep mode; press and hold this button to turn off your device
completely. When your device is in sleep mode, you can still receive calls;
however, the phone function is off when you turn off the device completely.
21
RESET Button
With the stylus press the RESET button to soft-reset your device.
22
Camera Button
Press to launch the camera. Press again to take a picture.
23
Stylus
Use the stylus to write, draw, or select items on the touch screen.
Note If no special designation ―press‖some button means ―press transitorily‖
some button.
Accessories
The following accessories are provided with the device:
No.
Item
Function

1
AC Adapter
Recharge the device battery.
2
USB Cable
Connect your device to PC and synchronize data.
3
Headset
Provide a Talk/End button. You can use the button to pick up and
hang up incoming and outgoing calls. To use it, plug into Earphone
Jack.
4
Getting Started CD
Contains further documents and software to synchronize your device
to your PC.
5
User Manual and
Quick Start Guide
Instructions for device functions.
6
Battery
Rechargeable Li-ion polymer battery.
1.2 Inserting the SIM Card
Follow these steps to insert a GSM SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card which is
provided by your local network service provider. The SIM card may contain your
phone number, service details, and phonebook/message memory.
Your device supports SIM cards both 1.8V and 3V. Some legacy SIM cards will not
function within this device. The customer should consult with their service provider
for a replacement SIM card. There may be a fee for this service.
1. Always switch the device off, and disconnect the charger before removing the
battery.
2. Press the cover latch and slide the back cover to remove it from the phone.
3. If the battery is installed, use the finger grip to lift the battery from the battery
compartment. Then, insert the SIM card into the SIM card slot with its gold
contacts facing down (the cutoff corner of the SIM card should match the cut-off
corner in the device.

4. Replace the battery and gently push down to snap it into place.
5. Replace the battery cover.
1.3 Battery Information
This device is intended for use with a Li-ion polymer battery. Use only batteries,
chargers and enhancements approve by the manufacturer. Battery performance
depends on many factors, including wireless service provider‘s network configuration,
signal strength, temperature of the environment in which you operate your device,
the features and/or settings you select and use, items attached to your device‘s
connecting ports, and your voice, data, and other program usage patterns.
Battery life estimates (approximations):
. •Standby time: about 150 hours
. •Talk time (Screen off): up to 4 hours
Note Using the unapproved battery or destroyed battery may cause dangerous.
Warning! To reduce risk of fire or burns.
. •Do not attempt to open, disassemble, or service the battery pack.
•Do not crush, puncture, short external contacts, or dispose of in fire or
water.
. •Do not expose to temperatures above 45oC (113oF).
. •Replace only with the battery pack designated for this product.
. •Recycle or dispose of used battery as stipulated by local regulation.
To check the battery power
•Tap the battery level icon ( ) on the Today screen.
•Select Start > Settings > System tab > Power.