Mio A201 User manual

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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
Right-Side 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 Using Your Device in a Vehicle ...........................................................8
Using the Car Holder ...........................................................................8
Connecting the Car Charger................................................................8
1.4 Turning Your Pocket PC On and Off ...................................................9
Turning Off to Suspend........................................................................9
Turning On to Resume ........................................................................9
1.5 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync ............................................................9
1.6 Expanding Your Pocket PC ...............................................................10
Using a SD/MMC Card ......................................................................10
Accessories .......................................................................................11
2Basic Skills .................................................................................. 12
2.1 Using the Stylus.................................................................................12
2.2 Using the Navigation Stick.................................................................13
2.3 Today Screen ....................................................................................13
Landscape View ................................................................................14
2.4 Navigation Bar and Toolbar...............................................................14
2.5 Running Programs.............................................................................15
2.6 Shortcut Menus..................................................................................15
2.7 Notifications .......................................................................................16

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2.8 Entering Information.......................................................................... 16
Entering Text Using the Input Panel ................................................. 17
Writing on the Screen ....................................................................... 19
Drawing on the Screen ..................................................................... 21
Recording a Message ....................................................................... 23
Using My Text ................................................................................... 24
2.9 Locking Your Pocket PC ................................................................... 25
3Managing Your Pocket PC ..........................................................27
3.1 Managing Power ............................................................................... 27
Low Battery Signals and Actions ...................................................... 27
Power Management.......................................................................... 28
Power-Saving Tips............................................................................ 29
3.2 Managing Memory ............................................................................ 30
Storage and Program Memory ......................................................... 30
Additional Memory ............................................................................ 30
3.3 Customizing Your Pocket PC............................................................ 31
3.4 Searching and Organizing Information ............................................. 33
3.5 Backing Up Data ............................................................................... 34
3.6 Adding or Removing Programs......................................................... 34
Adding Programs .............................................................................. 34
Removing Programs ......................................................................... 36
4Microsoft Pocket Outlook ...........................................................37
4.1 Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings.......................... 37
Creating an Appointment .................................................................. 38
Using the Calendar Summary Screen .............................................. 39
4.2 Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues..................................... 40
Creating a Contact ............................................................................ 40
Using the Contacts Summary Screen............................................... 42
4.3 Tasks: Keeping a To Do List............................................................. 43
Creating a Task................................................................................. 43
Using the Tasks Summary Screen ................................................... 44
4.4 Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas .............................................. 45
Creating a Note................................................................................. 45
4.5 Messaging: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages..................... 47
Synchronizing E-mail Messages....................................................... 47
Connecting Directly to an E-mail Server........................................... 48
Using the Message List..................................................................... 48
Composing and Sending Messages ................................................. 50
Managing Email Messages and Folders........................................... 51

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5More Programs ............................................................................ 53
5.1 Microsoft ActiveSync .........................................................................53
Synchronizing Data............................................................................54
5.2 Word Mobile.......................................................................................56
Creating a Document.........................................................................56
Opening a Document.........................................................................57
5.3 Excel Mobile ......................................................................................58
Creating a Workbook .........................................................................58
Opening a Workbook .........................................................................59
5.4 PowerPoint Mobile.............................................................................60
5.5 Pocket MSN.......................................................................................61
5.6 Windows Media Player for Pocket PC...............................................62
5.7 Pictures & Videos ..............................................................................63
5.8 Additional Programs ..........................................................................64
Dialer..................................................................................................64
eConverter .........................................................................................69
Picture Viewer....................................................................................71
6Getting Connected ...................................................................... 73
6.1 Connection Settings...........................................................................73
Modem Connection............................................................................73
Network (Ethernet) Card Connection ................................................74
6.2 Using Bluetooth .................................................................................76
Enabling Bluetooth.............................................................................76
Exploring Bluetooth Devices..............................................................77
Dialing up to Internet..........................................................................78
Transferring Files via Bluetooth.........................................................80
Using ActiveSync via Bluetooth.........................................................81
Using Intercom via Bluetooth.............................................................82
Exchanging Personal Information......................................................83
Accessing Personal Area Network ....................................................85
Using a Voice Gateway .....................................................................86
Configuring Bluetooth Settings ..........................................................87
Using My Shortcuts............................................................................90
Viewing Active Connections ..............................................................91
6.3 Using Internet Explorer Mobile ..........................................................93
Viewing Mobile Favorites and Channels ...........................................93
Browsing the Internet.........................................................................94
The Mobile Favorites Folder..............................................................94
7Troubleshooting and Maintenance.......................................... 97
7.1 Resetting Your Pocket PC .................................................................97
7.2 Restoring Last State ..........................................................................98

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7.3 Power Problems................................................................................ 99
7.4 Memory Problems............................................................................. 99
7.5 Screen Problems ............................................................................ 100
7.6 Connection Problems...................................................................... 101
Cable Connection Problems ........................................................... 101
Modem Connection Problems ........................................................ 102
Network Connection Problems ....................................................... 102
7.7 Taking Care of Your Pocket PC...................................................... 104
General Guidelines ......................................................................... 104
Travel Guidelines ............................................................................ 105
ARegulatory Information ............................................................. 107
A.1 Regulations Statements.................................................................. 107
European Notice ............................................................................. 107
A.2 Safety Precautions.......................................................................... 108
About Charging ............................................................................... 108
About the AC Adapter ..................................................................... 108
About the Battery ............................................................................ 109
Index ....................................................................................................I-1

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Preface
Welcome
Congratulations on purchasing this Windows® Mobile ™ for Pocket PC with
built-in GPS function. Due to the size and capabilities of the device, you can
keep your most important business and personal information up-to-date and
close at hand. Microsoft®ActiveSync®increases the power of your Pocket PC
by allowing you to synchronize the information on your desktop or Microsoft
Exchange Server with your 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:
www.pocketpc.com

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1 Getting Started
This chapter introduces you to the external components of your Pocket PC and
guides you through the process of setting up your Pocket PC for use.
NTOE: 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
Touch Screen Displays the output of your Pocket PC. Tap the screen with
the stylus to select menu commands or enter information.
Turns your Pocket PC on or off by pressing briefly.
Power Button
Turns the screen backlight off by pressing and holding.
Microphone Receives sound and voice to record voice.
Moves up, down, left or right by pushing the button toward
the corresponding direction.
Navigation Stick
Selects by pressing.
Speaker Sends out music, sounds and voice.
Program Buttons Each of the four buttons provides a quick way to use a
program or function. The buttons are customizable. The
icons on the buttons indicate the default functions:
Calendar
Map*
Quick Find*
Rotate
*The button works only if Mio Map (an optional program)
is installed in your system.
Notification
Indicator
Flashes in red to inform you of scheduled appointments,
alarms and reminders.
Charge Indicator Glows in amber to indicate that battery charging is in
progress and in green when the battery is fully charged.