Getac PS535E User manual

User’s Manual

Revision: R00
(1/2008)
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Note
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

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Table of Contents
Preface ..................................................................................................v
1Getting Started...............................................................................1
1.1 Identifying Hardware Components......................................................1
Front Components...............................................................................1
Back Components ...............................................................................3
Left-Side Components.........................................................................4
Top Components.................................................................................5
Bottom Components............................................................................5
1.2 Getting Your Device Ready for Use ....................................................6
Performing Initial Startup.....................................................................6
Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery............................7
1.3 Turning Your Pocket PC On and Off...................................................8
Turning Off to Suspend........................................................................8
Turning On to Resume ........................................................................8
1.4 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync............................................................8
1.5 Expanding Your Pocket PC...............................................................10
Using a SD/MMC Card......................................................................10
Accessories .......................................................................................10
2Basic Skills...................................................................................11
2.1 Using the Stylus.................................................................................11
2.2 Using the Navigation Stick.................................................................12
2.3 Today Screen ....................................................................................12
2.4 Landscape View ................................................................................13
2.5 Navigation Bar and Toolbar...............................................................13
2.6 Running Programs.............................................................................14
2.7 Shortcut Menus..................................................................................14
2.8 Notifications.......................................................................................15
2.9 Entering Information ..........................................................................15
Entering Text Using the Input Panel..................................................15
Writing on the Screen........................................................................17

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Drawing on the Screen......................................................................20
Recording a Message........................................................................22
Using My Text....................................................................................23
2.10Locking Your Pocket PC....................................................................24
3Managing Your Pocket PC..........................................................26
3.1 Managing Power................................................................................26
Low Battery Signals and Actions.......................................................26
Power-Saving Tips.............................................................................27
3.2 Customizing Your Pocket PC ............................................................27
3.3 Searching and Organizing Information..............................................30
3.4 Adding or Removing Programs .........................................................30
Adding Programs...............................................................................31
Removing Programs..........................................................................32
3.5 Clean Boot.........................................................................................32
4Microsoft Pocket Outlook ...........................................................34
4.1 Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings ..........................34
Creating an Appointment...................................................................35
Using the Calendar Summary Screen...............................................36
4.2 Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues .....................................37
Creating a Contact.............................................................................38
Using the Contacts Summary Screen ...............................................39
4.3 Tasks: Keeping a To Do List .............................................................40
Creating a Task .................................................................................41
Using the Tasks Summary Screen....................................................42
4.4 Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas...............................................43
Creating a Note..................................................................................44
4.5 Messaging: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages .....................45
Synchronizing E-mail Messages .......................................................45
Connecting Directly to an E-mail Server............................................46
Using the Message List .....................................................................47
Composing and Sending Messages..................................................48
Managing Email Messages and Folders ...........................................50
5More Programs ............................................................................51
5.1 Microsoft ActiveSync .........................................................................51
Synchronizing Data............................................................................52
5.2 Word Mobile.......................................................................................53
Creating a Document.........................................................................54
Opening a Document.........................................................................54
5.3 Excel Mobile ......................................................................................55
Creating a Workbook.........................................................................55

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Opening a Workbook.........................................................................56
5.4 PowerPoint Mobile.............................................................................57
5.5 Pocket MSN.......................................................................................58
5.6 Windows Media Player for Pocket PC...............................................59
5.7 Pictures & Videos ..............................................................................60
5.8 TacLink ..............................................................................................60
5.9 Backlight............................................................................................62
5.10Power Setting ....................................................................................62
5.11Additional Programs ..........................................................................64
SysInfo...............................................................................................65
Calculator...........................................................................................65
6Getting Connected.......................................................................67
6.1 Wireless Network Connection ...........................................................67
Turning On and Off the Wi-Fi Radio..................................................67
Connecting to a Wireless Network ....................................................68
Starting and Ending the Wireless Network Connection.....................68
6.2 Bluetooth Feature..............................................................................69
Turning On and Off the Bluetooth Radio...........................................69
Transferring Files via Bluetooth Technology.....................................70
Bluetooth Partnership........................................................................71
6.3 Modem Connection............................................................................73
Creating a Modem Connection..........................................................73
Starting and Ending a Modem Connection........................................73
6.4 Using Internet Explorer Mobile..........................................................74
Browsing the Internet.........................................................................74
Managing Favorites...........................................................................75
7Troubleshooting and Maintenance ............................................77
7.1 Resetting Your Pocket PC.................................................................77
7.2 Restoring Last State..........................................................................78
7.3 Power Problems ................................................................................79
7.4 Memory Problems..............................................................................79
7.5 Screen Problems...............................................................................81
7.6 Connection Problems ........................................................................82
ActiveSync Connection Problems .....................................................82
Modem Connection Problems...........................................................83
Network Connection Problems..........................................................83
7.7 Taking Care of Your Pocket PC ........................................................85
General Guidelines............................................................................85
Travel Guidelines...............................................................................86

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ARegulatory Information ...............................................................87
A.1 Regulations Statements.....................................................................87
European Notice................................................................................87
A.2 Safety Precautions.............................................................................88
About Charging..................................................................................88
About the AC Adapter........................................................................88
About the Battery...............................................................................89
About the Radio Frequency Exposure...............................................89
Index....................................................................................................90

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Preface
Welcome
Congratulations on purchasing this Rugged Windows®Mobile™ for Pocket PC
with built-in GPS and Bluetooth®wireless functions. Due to the rugged design
of the device, you can use it in harsh outdoor environments – places you could
not take a consumer-grade Pocket PC.
About this Manual
This manual contains comprehensive information of your Pocket PC to help you
operate the device.
Throughout the manual, the following conventions are used to distinguish
elements of text.
NOTE: provides additional hints or information that requires special attention.
CAUTION: identifies important information which, if not followed, may result in loss of data
or damage to your device.
Any name of menu, command, icon or button that you can see on the screen is
shown in a bold typeset. For example:
On the Start menu, tap Settings.

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Where to Find Information
For information on See this source
GPS navigation operation The manual supplied with the GPS software
Programs on your Pocket PC This User’s Manual or online Help on your
Pocket PC
Connecting to and synchronizing
with a desktop computer Chapter 6 of this manual or ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer
The latest on Windows Powered
Pocket PCs The Microsoft Mobile Devices Web site: http://www.pocketpc.com

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1 Getting Started
This chapter introduces you to the external components of your rugged Pocket
PC and guides you through the process of setting up your Pocket PC for use.
NOTE: Depending on the model you purchased, the cabinet color and the look of the
accessories may be different from the ones shown in this manual.
1.1 Identifying Hardware Components
Front Components

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Ref Component Description
Glows in blue to indicate that RF is on or active.
RF Indicator
Flashes in blue when searching for Wi-Fi Access Point.
Glows in green to indicate that battery is fully charged.
Glows in amber to indicate that battery charging is in
progress.
Glows in red to indicate that battery power is low.
Multi-Functional
Indicator
Flashes in red (when AC adapter is not plugged) /amber/
green alternately (when AC adapter is plugged) when a
notification comes up.
Touch Screen Displays the output of your Pocket PC. Tap the screen with
the stylus to select menu commands or enter information.
Program Buttons Each of the three buttons provides a quick way to use a
program or function. The buttons are customizable. The
icons on the buttons indicate the default functions:
Contacts
Start Menu
GPS Application
NOTE: Thebuttonscanprovide differentfunctionsifyou areusing
a navigation software that allows you to define the buttons.
Moves up, down, left or right by pushing the button toward
the corresponding direction.
Navigation Stick
Selects by pressing.
Microphone Receives sound and voice to record voice.
Power Button Turns your Pocket PC on or off by pressing briefly.

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Back Components
Ref Component Description
Stylus Tap on the touch screen to make selections and enter
information. Pull the stylus out of its slot to use and store it
in the slot when not in use.
Car Antenna
Connector This connector (under rubber dust cover) allows use of an
optional external antenna with magnetic mount, which may
be positioned on top of the car for better signal reception in
areas with poor reception.
Speaker Sends out music, sounds, and voice.

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Left-Side Components
Ref Component Description
SD/MMC Slot Accepts an optional SD (Secure Digital) or MMC
(MultiMediaCard) card for removable storage.
NOTE: Be sure the rubber cover is tightly closed to prevent
water damage.
Headphone
Connector Connects to a pair of stereo headphones.

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Top Components
Ref Component Description
GPS Antenna Receives signals from the GPS satellites overhead.
Bottom Components
Ref Component Description
Power Connector Connects to the AC adapter for charging the battery.
Reset Button Restarts your Pocket PC.
Mini-USB
Connector Connects to the USB cable for ActiveSync or charging.
ON/OFF Switch The main power/battery cutoff switch.
Hand String Hole Hand string attaches to this hole.
WARNING: Be careful not to allow infants and small children
play with the hand string stopper as this may easily be
swallowed, thereby causing injury or choking.

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1.2 Getting Your Device Ready for Use
Performing Initial Startup
Initial startup includes setting the ON/OFF switch and completing the setup
wizard.
1. Pull out the stylus and use it to slide the ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
CAUTION: Always leave the ON/OFF switch in the ON position for normal operation.
2. Your device will automatically turn on. Connect the AC adapter as described
in the next sub-section.
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the setup wizard. You will then
see the Today screen.

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Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery
Fully charge the battery before starting to use your Pocket PC for the first time.
1. Fit the converter plug to the AC adapter (). Connect the DC jack end of the
AC adapter to your device () and the other end to a wall outlet ().
2. The multi-functional indicator glows amber when charging is in progress.
Do not disconnect your Pocket PC from AC power until the battery is fully
charged. This will take a couple of hours. When charging the battery for the
very first time, charge it for at least 8 hours.
Whenever possible, keep your Pocket PC connected to the AC adapter and a
power source. Doing so keeps the battery charged.
CAUTION: For optimal performance of the lithium battery, take note of the following:
 Use the included power adapter (for use with power supply model PC11R-050).
 Do not charge the battery where the temperature is high (e.g. in direct sunlight).
 There is no need to fully discharge the battery before charging. You can charge the
battery before it is discharged.
 If you will not use the product for a long period of time, be sure to fully charge the
battery at least once every two weeks. Over discharge of the battery can affect the
charging performance.
NOTE: Your Pocket PC can also be charged when it is connected to a desktop computer
via the USB cable.
Converter Plug

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1.3 Turning Your Pocket PC On and Off
After the initial startup, your Pocket PC enters a suspend state when you turn it
off and resumes when you turn it on.
Turning Off to Suspend
You suspend your Pocket PC by briefly pressing the power button.
By default, your Pocket PC will also automatically suspend after 1 minute of
inactivity when operating on battery power. (To change these settings, tap 
Settings System Power Advanced.)
Turning On to Resume
You resume your Pocket PC by briefly pressing the power button. You may also
press one of the program buttons to resume.
1.4 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync
You can use Microsoft ActiveSync technology to synchronize information on
your desktop computer and/or a Microsoft Exchange Server with the information
on your Pocket PC. ActiveSync compares the information on your Pocket PC
with the information on the desktop computer and/or the server and updates all
locations, keeping you up-to-date with the most recent information.
ActiveSync is already installed on your Pocket PC. You need to install
ActiveSync on your desktop computer. Follow the procedure next:
CAUTION:
 Before installation, make sure that you have MicrosoftOutlook installed on your desktop
computer.
 DonotconnectyourPocketPC toyour desktopcomputerbefore ActiveSyncis installed.
 ActiveSync connection problems may occur in some specific cases. They are likely
caused by interoperability with desktop firewall applications or applications that manage
network traffic. For troubleshooting information, visit the Microsoft web site:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/help/activesync.
1. Turn on your desktop computer.

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2. Insert the Getting Started CD into the CD-ROM drive of your desktop
computer.
3. Click
Next to continue.
4. The setup wizard will install Microsoft ActiveSync. Follow the onscreen
instructions to install ActiveSync.
5. When prompted, connect the mini-USB end of the ActiveSync cable to the
bottom of your Pocket PC and the other end to a USB port on your desktop
computer.
6. Follow the onscreen instructions to establish a synchronization relationship
and synchronize your Pocket PC with your desktop computer.
After your first synchronization, the data you have stored on your desktop
computer such as Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks is copied to your Pocket PC.
You are now ready to take it along with you when you go.

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1.5 Expanding Your Pocket PC
Using a SD/MMC Card
Your Pocket PC has a SD/MMC slot where you can insert an optional Secure
Digital or MultiMediaCard storage card. With the removable memory, you can
store or backup your data and exchange data with other devices.
NOTE:
 A storage card is also called a memory card.
 Make sure that no foreign objects enter the slot.
 KeepaSDorMMCcardinawell-protectedboxtoavoiddustandhumiditywhenyouare
not using it.
To use a SD/MMC card, insert it into the slot,
with the connector pointing to the slot and its
label facing the front of the Pocket PC. Follow
the instructions supplied with the card for
more information.
To remove a card, first make sure that no
application is accessing the card, then slightly
push the top edge of the card to release it and
pull it out of the slot.
Accessories
By purchasing accessories designed for your Pocket PC, you can expand the
capabilities of your Pocket PC, replace lost parts or facilitate your operation.
NOTE:
 Please contact your dealer for the availability of accessories from your Pocket PC
manufacturer.
 The use of unauthorized accessories will void your Warranty.
For detailed information on using the accessories, see the instructions supplied
with the accessories.