ViewSonic V38R Installation instructions
Hardware Guide
V38r Rugged Handheld
with Rugged Handheld 2003
Operating System
ViewSonic Rugged Handheld i
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ViewSonic PPC V38r
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V38r_PPC_UG_ENG Rev. 1A 21-Jan-05
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Chapter 1: Introduction
Package Contents .................................................................. 1
Optional Accessories .......................................................... 2
Features ................................................................................. 2
Software Installed ................................................................... 3
Parts of the V38r .................................................................... 4
Front and Bottom Views ..................................................... 4
Back and Top Views .......................................................... 6
Side Views ......................................................................... 8
Initial Setup ............................................................................. 9
Battery & Power Properties .................................................... 11
For More Information ........................................................... 14
Introducing the Stylus ............................................................. 15
Moving Windows ................................................................. 15
Calibrating the Touch Screen .............................................. 16
Adjusting the Stylus Double-tap Rate ................................. 17
Using the Stylus .................................................................. 17
Chapter 2: Using your V38r
Today Screen ......................................................................... 18
Status Icons ........................................................................ 19
Navigation Bar and Command Bar ..................................... 20
Running Programs ................................................................. 21
Pop-up Menus ........................................................................ 22
Notifications ............................................................................ 23
Entering Information ............................................................... 23
Entering Text Using the Input Panel ....................................... 24
Show/Hide the Input Panel .................................................. 24
Block Recognizer ......................................................... 25
Soft Keyboard................................................................ 26
Letter Recognizer ......................................................... 26
Transcriber ................................................................... 26
Writing on the Screen .......................................................... 27
Drawing on the Screen ........................................................ 30
Recording a Message ......................................................... 31
Recording Formats ....................................................... 32
Using My Text ..................................................................... 33
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Chapter 3: Managing Your V38r
Managing Power .................................................................... 34
Smart Power Management ................................................. 35
Smart Battery ............................................................... 35
Power Manager ............................................................ 35
Power-Saving Tips .............................................................. 36
Managing Memory .................................................................. 36
Storage and Program Memory ............................................ 36
Memory Cards ..................................................................... 37
SD Memory Capabilities ......................................................... 38
SDRAM Memory Allocation ................................................. 38
Antenna Signal Properties .................................................. 39
Finding and Organizing Information ....................................... 39
Customizing Your V38r .......................................................... 41
Setting a Password ................................................................ 42
Adding or Removing Programs .............................................. 42
Adding Programs ................................................................ 42
Removing Programs ........................................................... 43
Backing Up Data .................................................................... 43
Using Backup ...................................................................... 44
Backing up data using Backup ..................................... 44
Restoring data using Backup ....................................... 45
Chapter 4: Microsoft ActiveSync
Using Microsoft ActiveSync .................................................... 46
Synchronizing Data ............................................................. 47
Connecting to Your PC ........................................................... 48
Connecting by USB Cable .................................................. 48
Connecting by Infrared ........................................................ 48
Chapter 5: Pocket Outlook
Scheduling Appointments/Meetings ....................................... 49
Creating an Appointment .................................................... 50
Using the Summary Screen ................................................ 51
Creating Meeting Requests ................................................. 51
Managing Contacts ................................................................ 52
Finding a Contact ................................................................ 54
Using the Summary Screen ................................................ 55
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Tasks: Keeping a To Do List .................................................. 56
Creating a Task ................................................................... 57
Using the Summary Screen ................................................ 58
Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas .................................... 59
Creating a Note ................................................................... 59
Inbox: Sending and Receiving Email ...................................... 60
Synchronizing Email Messages .......................................... 60
Using the Message List ....................................................... 61
Managing Email Messages and Folders ............................. 64
Chapter 6: Companion Programs
Pocket Word ........................................................................... 65
Using Pocket Word ............................................................. 65
Tips for Working in Pocket Word ......................................... 66
Pocket Excel ........................................................................... 66
Tips for Working in Pocket Excel ........................................ 67
Windows Media Player for Rugged Handheld ........................ 68
Microsoft Reader .................................................................... 69
Getting Books onto Your V38r ............................................ 69
Using the Library ................................................................. 70
Reading a Book ................................................................... 71
Using Reader Features ....................................................... 72
Removing a Book ................................................................ 73
Other Programs ...................................................................... 73
Chapter 7: Pocket Internet Explorer
Using Pocket Internet Explorer ............................................... 74
Viewing Mobile Favorites and Channels ............................. 75
Browsing the Internet .......................................................... 75
The Mobile Favorites Folder ................................................... 76
Favorite Links ...................................................................... 76
Mobile Favorites .................................................................. 76
Conserving Memory ............................................................ 77
Using AvantGo Channels ....................................................... 78
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Chapter 8: Getting Connected
Connecting to a Network or the Internet ................................. 79
Using an Infrared Connection ................................................. 80
Sending Information ..................................................... 80
Receiving Information ................................................... 80
Chapter 9: Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Reset the V38r ....................................................................... 81
Cold Reset .......................................................................... 81
Warm Reset ........................................................................ 81
Firmware Image Upgrade ................................................... 81
Restoring Factory Defaults ..................................................... 82
Power Problems ..................................................................... 83
Memory Problems .................................................................. 84
Screen Problems .................................................................... 86
V38r Connection Problems .................................................... 87
USB Dock/Cradle Connection Problems ............................. 87
Infrared Connection Problems ............................................ 87
Care and Maintenance ........................................................... 88
General Guidelines ............................................................. 88
Travel Guidelines ................................................................ 88
Customer Support .................................................................. 89
Chapter 10: Appendix
Regulatory and Safety Information ......................................... 90
Class B Regulations ............................................................ 90
European Regulatory Notice ............................................... 91
Battery Replacement ........................................................... 91
About the AC Adapter ......................................................... 92
About Electrostatic Discharge ............................................. 92
Electrostatic Discharge Warning .................................. 92
The Dock/Cradle .................................................................... 93
Commercially Available Accessories ...................................... 94
External USB Keyboard and Mouse ................................... 94
Limited Warranty .................................................................... 95
Specifications ......................................................................... 96
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• Dock/cradle (optional accessory)
Contacts
Today
Joy stick/
ENTER button
GPS Antenna
Speaker
Calendar
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To Do screen
Power Status LED
(Battery or AC)
Display/Touch Screen
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mode)
Power button
Microphone
Fingerprint sensor
(depending on model)
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