RIM Proton User manual

User’s Guide
Proton
Model R957M-2-5

Proton User’s Guide, Version 2.0
Last revised 09/10/99
PartNumber: MAT-02172-001 Rev. 002
At the time of printing, documentation complies with: Operating Sys-
tem1.4.78and Applications version1.6.0and Desktop:version1.6.0.
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FCC compliance statement (USA)
FCC Class B Part 15
This device complieswith Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operationis
subject to the following two conditions:
•This devicemaynot cause harmful interference,and
•This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has beentested and found to comply with thelimits
for a Class Bdigital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits aredesigned to provide reasonable protectionagainst
harmfulinterference ina residential installation. Thisequipment
generates, uses and canradiate radio frequencyenergy and, if not
installed and usedin accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions, may cause interference harmful to radio
communications.
There is no guarantee,however,that interference willnot occur in a
particular installation.If this equipment does causeharmful
interference to radio ortelevision reception,whichcanbe
determinedby turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increasethe separation between theequipment andreceiver.
•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to whichthe receiver is connected.
WARNINGChanges or modifications to this unit not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’sauthority to operate thisequipment.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
Industry Canada Certification
This device complies with Industry Canada RSS 119, under
certification number Pending.
IC Class B compliance
This device complies with the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions as set out in the interference-causing equipment standard
entitled “Digital Apparatus,” ICES-003 of Industry Canada.

Contents
FCC compliance statement (USA) ............................................... iii
Industry Canada Certification ..................................................... iv
Important safety information ..................................................ix
Welcome ......................................................................................xi
About this guide ...........................................................................xiii
Customer support ........................................................................xiv
Introduction .................................................................................1
Contents of your package ...............................................................1
The Proton solution .........................................................................2
Wireless service instructions ..........................................................2
Proton components ..........................................................................3
LCD components .............................................................................9
Getting started ..........................................................................15
Activating your Proton .................................................................15
Turning on the radio ......................................................................16
Registering with the network .......................................................17
Quick start setup ............................................................................18
Setting the alarm ............................................................................19
Sending a message .........................................................................21
Reading a message .........................................................................24
Using password protection ..........................................................25
Composing & sending messages ...........................................31
Sending a message to multiple contacts .....................................31
Sending messages to other Protons .............................................32
Customizing the auto signature ...................................................34
Receiving confirmation of a message ..........................................34
Attaching Address Book entries ..................................................35
Setting message options ................................................................36
Using AutoText to compose a message ......................................37
Automatic formatting ....................................................................41
Inserting symbols ...........................................................................42
Receiving & reading messages ..............................................45

Received message options ............................................................45
Receiving long messages ..............................................................47
Managing file attachments ...........................................................47
Opening an Address Book attachment .......................................48
Adding attachments to your Address Book ..............................49
Managing messages .................................................................51
Message status ................................................................................51
Searching messages ......................................................................52
Saving and recalling search terms ...............................................54
Saving messages .............................................................................54
Deleting messages ..........................................................................57
Resending a message .....................................................................59
Marking a message as unread ......................................................60
Using the Address Book ..........................................................61
Customizing Address Book options ...........................................61
Adding address entries .................................................................63
Searching address entries ............................................................66
Viewing address entries ................................................................66
Editing address entries ..................................................................67
Deleting address entries ................................................................68
Managing tasks and appointments .......................................69
Using the Tasks function ..............................................................69
Using the Calendar function ........................................................74
Using the MemoPad and Calculator .....................................81
Using the MemoPad function ......................................................81
Using the Calculator function ......................................................84
Customizing your Proton’s options ......................................87
Customizing Proton options ........................................................87
Proton options ................................................................................88
Connecting to your PC ..................................................................96
Frequently asked questions ....................................................99
Alarm ...............................................................................................99
Battery ..............................................................................................99
Home screen .................................................................................100
LCD screen ....................................................................................100

Messages ........................................................................................101
Punctuation ...................................................................................103
Resettingthe Proton....................................................................104
Advanced user’s tips ..............................................................107
Tips fornavigating.......................................................................107
Tips forselecting ..........................................................................110
Tips forediting .............................................................................110
Specifications ..........................................................................115
Index .........................................................................................119

Important safet
y
information
Remember to follow any special regulations governing the use of
the Proton and always switch it off in areas where radio devices are
forbidden, or when it may cause interference or danger. Any safety
laws and regulations pertaining to the use of cell phones and two-
way radios will likely apply to your use of the Proton. We
encourage you to follow such laws and regulations at all times. In
particular, please observe all restrictions on the use of radio
equipment in fuel depots (fuel storage and distribution areas),
chemical plants, where blasting operations are in progress or in any
other area in which restrictions on radio transmissions are imposed.
The Proton is not an FAA-approved electronic device for use on
aircraft. Switch off the Proton when in an aircraft. The effect of the
use of the Proton in an aircraft is unknown. Such use may affect
aircraft instrumentation, communication and performance, may
disrupt the network, and may be illegal.
Operation of any radio transmitting equipment, including the
Proton, may interfere with the functionality of inadequately
protected medical devices, including pacemakers. Consult a
physician or the manufacturer of the medical device if you have any
questions. Additionally, the effect of the radio signals from the
Proton on other electronic systems, including those in your car
(such as electronic fuel-injection systems, electronic anti-skid
braking systems, and electronic cruise-control systems) is unknown
and malfunction of these systems may result.
Avoid using the Proton in any environment requiring your full
attention, such as when driving a vehicle. Do not use the cradle
provided in the Proton package as a means of storing your Proton
while in a vehicle. When using a cradle, make sure that it is a cradle
that RIM has supplied for that particular use of your Proton. Do not
use any cradle, charging unit or any other accessory that is not
manufactured or supplied by RIM or an authorized RIM accessories

supplier. Use of any accessory that is not supplied or approved for
use by RIM is not permitted.
Use only those battery types specified in this User’s Guide. The use
of any other may disable the Proton and may be dangerous.
Discard the Proton properly. As the unit contains a lithium ion cell,
neither the Proton nor the lithium ion cell (nor the AA battery)
should be disposed of in fire. Dispose of the Proton containing the
lithium ion cell in accordance with the laws and regulations in your
area governing disposal of such cell types. Similarly, dispose of AA
batteries in a responsible manner. Contact RIM if you have any
questions concerning disposal of the Proton, the lithium ion cell, or
the AA battery.
Failure to observe all these instructions will void the Limited
Warranty, and may lead to suspension or denial of services to the
offender, or legal action, or both.