HP COMPAQ IPAQ H3900 SERIES Installation guide

1. Power Button 9. Contacts Button
2. Stylus 10. Record Button
3. Charging/Notification Indicator 11. Active Bluetooth Indicator (Bluetooth models only)
4. Color Display w/Integrated Touch Panel 12. Stereo Headphone Jack
5. Inbox Button 13. Microphone
6. iPAQ Task Manager Button 14. Ambient Light Sensor
7. Directional Pad 15. SD Slot
8. Calendar Button 16. Speaker
At A Glance
Optimized Intel® X-Scale processor focuses on accelerating multimedia and security
SD expansion cards – Supports SD Memory cards and SDIO
Standby Settings – user adjustable standby settings to maximize usage time or battery standby period
iPAQ™ Backup: Comprehensive data preservation tool for backup and restore
Interactive Universal Remote control for home and office entertainment systems and other systems controllable via infrared
The most versatile and expandable handheld PC
Dazzling Transflective TFT color liquid crystal display
Microsoft® Pocket PC 2002
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Overview
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Models
Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC H3970 – 48-MB ROM/64-MB RAM CIR/SD/BT
269809-001 – U.S. Commercial
269809-011 – Australia/New Zealand
269809-021 – Europe (Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Netherlands)
269809-031 – UK, Singapore, Hong Kong
269809-041 – Germany
269809-051 – France
269809-061 – Italy
269809-071 – Spain
269809-161 – Latin America
269809-121 – French Canadian
269809-201 – Brazilian Portuguese
269809-291 – Japan
269809-AA1 – Simplified Chinese for Mainland China
269809-AB1 – Traditional Chinese for Taiwan
269809-AC1 – International English for Hong Kong
269809-AD1 – Korea
Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC H3975 – 48-MB ROM/64-MB RAM CIR/SD/BT
269809-002 – U.S. Retail
Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC H3950 – 32-MB ROM/64-MB RAM CIR/SD
269808-001 – U.S. Commercial
269808-011 – Australia/New Zealand
269808-021 – Europe (Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Finland, Netherlands)
269808-031 – UK, Singapore, Hong Kong
269808-041 – Germany
269808-051 – France
269808-061 – Italy
269808-071 – Spain
269808-161 – Latin America
269808- 121– French Canadian
269808-201 – Brazilian Portuguese
269808-291 – Japan
269808-AA1 – Simplified Chinese for Mainland China
269808-AB1 – Traditional Chinese for Taiwan
269808-AC1 – International English for Hong Kong
269808-AD1 – Korea
Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC H3955 – 32-MB ROM/64-MB RAM CIR/SD
269808-002 – U.S. Retail
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Processor 400 MHz Intel PXA250 Application Processor
Memory 64-MB SDRAM, 48- or 32-MB Flash ROM Memory
Input Method Handwriting recognition, soft keyboard, character recognition, voice recorder, inking
Interfaces Wireless Bluetooth™ (selected models) 1.1 compliant and class 2 radio
Consumer IR & IrDA (115 Kb per second)
Internal Expansion Secure Digital (SD) expansion slot*
Front Panel Button 1: On/Off and backlight button
Buttons 2-5: Customizable application buttons
Five-way joystick: up, down, left, right, and push
Side Panel Voice recorder button
Communications Port USB/serial connectivity for connecting to cradle or directly to PC via cable
NOTE: * = SD Expansion slot supports SD or Multimedia card memory cards. Use of SDIO (SD Input/Output)
cards will require installation of driver software to utilize the cards. See
http://www.compaq.com/handhelds for list of latest tested SD cards.
NOTE: This web site is available in English only.
Cradle Interfaces Connector 1
Cable 1 USB or Serial cable connects to PC
DC Jack connector for AC
Adapter
1
Stylus Holder 2 holes on left and right front
Stabilizing Tab Release
Button
2 Tabs engages the sides of Pocket PC when no Expansion Pack is in use
Display Transflective TFT liquid crystal display
64K color (65,536 colors) 16-bit touch-sensitive transflective thin film transistor (TFT) liquid crystal
display (LCD)
Viewable image size – 2.26 in wide x 3.02 in tall (57.6 mm wide x 76.8 mm tall), 3.8 in Diagonal (96 mm)
Power Supply 1400 mAh Lithium Polymer rechargeable (in docking cradle or with AC Adapter)
NOTE: Battery life will vary based on an estimated typical use pattern of an average user, the
configuration of the computer and the usage pattern of the individual user. Use of some attachments may
significantly decrease battery life.
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Audio Capabilities Audio record and playback (play MP3 music or audio programs from the Web, as well as records and plays
back voice notes or meeting notes)
One-touch instant-record button
Integrated speaker, stereo headphone jack
Integrated microphone
Communications Bluetooth enables users to communicate wirelessly with other cellular and computing devices using
wireless personal area networking (WPAN) technology (e.g. Bluetooth PC card). For the IT manager it
enables connectivity with any Bluetooth-enabled cellular phone without requiring support for multiple
connections. Users have the ability to:
Exchange business cards, calendar appointments, documents and more with other Bluetooth devices.
Access your Internet and corporate via a mobile phone with Bluetooth wireless technology.
Synchronize data using ActiveSync® on your PC enabled with Bluetooth wireless technology.
Bluetooth Specifications*
NOTE : Only applicable to
H3970 model.
Technology Bluetooth high-speed, low-power microwave wireless link
Bluetooth specification 1.1 compliant (2.4-GHz Industrial Scientific Medical Band)
User Interface Bluetooth Manager
Operating system support Microsoft Pocket PC
Device type Class II device; up to 4 dB transmit, typical 10 meter range
Power 3.3V ± 5% Peak current - typical TX current at approximately 140 mA
Receiver sensitivity –78 dBm or greater
Regulatory standards R&TT#-EN 300 328 and EN 300 826, UL 1950, CB Safety Scheme inclusive of
EN 60950 and IEC 950, FCC Part 15 subpart C, Canadian, CE
Profile support Generic access Service discovery, Service Discovery Application, Serial port,
LAN access, Dial-up networking, General object exchange, Object Push
(business cards, contacts, calendar and tasks), File Transfer, Active Sync
through serial port
Ergonomic Design
Features
Instant-on/off and frontlight
5-way joystick
Touch-sensitive display for stylus or fingertip
5 customizable application launch buttons – Calendar, Contacts, Inbox, iPAQ Tasks, and Recorder buttons
4 alarm settings
Speaker on front-side of unit
Operating System
Applications
Powered by Microsoft® Windows® for Pocket PC 2002
Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Voice Recorder, Notes, Pocket Word (with Spellchecker), Pocket Excel, Pocket
Internet Explorer*, Windows Media Player 8 (MP3, audio and video streaming), Calculator, Solitaire, Inbox
(with Spell Checker for email), Microsoft Reader (eBooks), File Explorer, MSN Messenger*, Terminal
Services Client, VPN Client, Infrared Beaming, Clock, Align Screen, File Explorer, Memory, Volume control
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Compaq Exclusive
Applications
(On device)
These are the extras that Compaq put in ROM
iPAQ File Store: nonviolatile file storage in flash ROM; iPAQ Task Manager: access and launch programs
easily, iPAQ Backup: utility for Backup/Restore to Memory Card, iPAQ Image Viewer: view images and
create slide shows, Nevo: Universal Remote Control, Adjustable Standby Settings: Utility for adjusting
power conservation modes , Utilities: Self Test, Auto Run, Expansion pack, Compaq Audio, Power Status
Applications from
Microsoft on Companion
CD
Additional Software from Microsoft
Outlook 2000*, Microsoft ActiveSync 3.5 (Desktop device synchronization), Microsoft Reader eBooks, Links
to Microsoft websites for additional downloadable applications (some programs may require purchase of
additional desktop software to utilize Pocket PC versions)
NOTE: * = A standard WLAN infrastructure, other Bluetooth enabled devices, and a service contract with a
wireless airtime provider may be required for applicable wireless communication. Wireless Internet use
requires a separately purchased service contract. Check with service provider for availability and coverage
in your area. Not all web content available.
Companion CD from
Compaq
Full Versions Trial Versions
Applications Jeode Java Virtual Machine
Quick View Plus FileCrypto
Data Encryption
Bust'em game
Adobe PDF Viewer
RealOne Player for Pocket
PC
iPresenter PowerPoint
converter
Pocket Watch
Peacemaker Pro
application on SKUs
230297-002 and 230398-
002 (NA Retail)
Xcellenet Device Management Agent
Wordlogic Predictive Keyboard
Eletel Messaging Software
Margi Presenter-to-Go (requires purchase of
additional hardware)
Ewallet
ListPro
CD Links Vindigo
Macromedia® Flash™
Player
Audible Manager and
Audible Player (Service
plan required to download
and play Audible content –
link)
iPAQNET
IBM Via Voice Command and Control of PIM
applications (Calendar, Contacts, Inbox)
Additional Documentation
i PAQ Reference Guide on PDF , ebook, and Nevo reference guide
NOTE: Programs could vary based on SKU. Some programs are accessed through CD links to download
web sites.
NOTE: * = This product features the Macromedia Flash Player. For further information on the Macromedia
Flash Player, visit http://www.macromedia.com/software/flash/about/ .
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Operating System Microsoft Pocket PC 2002
Service and Support One-year parts and labor in most regions; two-year limited warranty in Europe (one-year limited warranty
for rechargeable battery pack) 90 days technical support for software in all regions. Optional HP Care Pack
available in North America for Next Business Day replacement (at additional charge)
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System Unit Dimensions (H x W x D) 5.3 x 3.3 x 0.6 in (134 x 84 x 15.9 mm)
Weight 6.5 oz (184 g), including battery
Operating Temperature 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)
Operating Humidity 10% to 90%
Regulatory Marks Electrical FCC Class B, VCCI, CE, C-Tick
Safety CE Marking, C-UL, NOM
RAM 64 MB
ROM (Flash) 48 or 32 MB (Flash ROM)
TFT Color Display Number of Colors 65,536 (64K 16-bit)
Resolution (W x H) 240 x 320
Dot Pitch 0.24 mm
Viewable Image (W x H) 2.26 x 3.02 in (57.6 x 76.8 mm), 3.8 in Diagonal (96 mm)
Display Type Color (65,536 colors (16 bit) transflective thin film transistor (TFT) liquid
crystal display (LCD))
Rechargeable Battery Battery Life 64 MB up to 14 hours, 1400 mAh Lithium Polymer rechargeable battery
AC Adapter Dimensions (H x W x D) 3 x 1.9 x 1.8 in (76 x 48 x 44 mm) (including prongs)
Cord Length (approximate) 6 ft (1.83 m)
Power Supply Ratings Voltage Range 100 to 240 V Switching
Input Current 0.3 A
Input Frequency 50 to 60 Hz
Output Voltage 5 VDC
Output Current 2 Amp
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Technical Specifications
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Expansion Packs CF Card Expansion Pack Plus 249709-B21
PC Card Expansion Pack Plus 249708-B21
CF Card Expansion Pack 170339-B21
Dual-Slot PC Card Expansion Pack 216198-B21
Bluetooth Wireless Pack with CF Card Slot 232568-B21
Wireless Pack for GSM/GPRS Networks 219926-B21
Symbol SPS 3000 Bar Code Scanner Expansion Pack 253880-B22
Symbol SPS 3000 Scanner and WLAN Expansion Pack 264084-B22
Style Packs Cover Pack 249707-B21
Memory/Storage IBM® Microdrive™ with PC Card Adapter 217390-B25
64-MB SD Memory Card 253478-B21
128-MB SD Memory Card 253479-B21
256-MB SD Memory Card 287464-B21
CompactFlash (CF) 32-MB Memory Card 104703-004
CompactFlash (CF) 64-MB Memory Card 104703-003
NOTE: Any CF Card Expansion Pack required.
Power AC Adapter 253629-xxx
Auto Adapter 253508-B21
Slim Battery for Expansion Pack Plus Products 253512-B21
Extended Battery for Expansion Pack Plus Products 253514-B21
Battery Charger for Expansion Pack Plus Batteries 253516-xxx
Charger Adapter 274707-B21
NOTE: Part numbers ending with xxx are specific to country.
Synchronization Universal AutoSync Cable 250178-B21
Universal Desktop Cradle 250182-B21
Communications WL110 Wireless PC Card (requires PC Card Expansion Pack) 191808-001
CompactFlash Modem 56K V.90 (requires CF Card Expansion Pack) 268927-xxx
NOTE: Part numbers ending with xxx are specific to country.
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Wireless Home
Networking
Wireless PC Card 243657-001
Wireless USB Adapter 243658-001
CP-2W 241274-001
Cases Expandable Case 217883-B21
Premier Leather Case 253504-B21
Zippered Leather Case 262207-B21
Rugged Case 230465-B21
Three-Pack of screen protectors 253517-B21
Other Stylus Three-Pack Replacement Kit 253510-B21
Micro Keyboard 250111-xxx
Foldable Keyboard 249693-xxx
NOTE: Part numbers ending with xxx are specific to country.
HP iPAQ Pocket PC h3900 is a Microsoft® Windows® Powered Pocket PC
For more information on HP iPAQ Pocket PC, visit our website at http://www.hp.com/go/iPAQ
©2005 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
The information in this document is subject to change without notice.
The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and
services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty. HP shall not be liable for technical or editorial
errors or omissions contained herein. Microsoft, Windows, and ActiveSync, are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation.
Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries
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