BlackBerry R957M 2 5 User Manual

User’s Guide

Proton

Model R957M-2-5

Proton User’s Guide, Version 2.0

Last revised 09/10/99

Part Number: MAT-02172-001 Rev. 002

At the time of printing, documentation complies with: Operating System 1.4.78 and Applications version 1.6.0 and Desktop: version 1.6.0.

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FCC compliance statement (USA)

FCC Class B Part 15

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

•This device may not cause harmful interference, and

•This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

WARNING Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions, may cause interference harmful to radio communications.

There is no guarantee, however, that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by 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.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

•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
Resetting the Proton ....................................................................	104
Advanced user’s tips ..............................................................	107
Tips for navigating .......................................................................	107
Tips for selecting ..........................................................................	110
Tips for editing .............................................................................	110
Specifications ..........................................................................	115
Index .........................................................................................	119

Important safety 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 twoway 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.

Welcome

Proton is a mobile email solution that includes the Proton, Proton cradle, Proton Desktop Software, and flat-rate airtime on a nationwide wireless data network. The Proton is a powerful handheld computer with a full-featured Address Book, Appointment Calendar, Task List, MemoPad, and Calculator. The cradle and desktop software allow you to synchronize with popular desktop Personal Information Management (PIM) software. Unlike other handheld products, the Proton includes an integrated wireless modem and a nationwide wireless data network keeps the Proton always connected to your desktop email.

The pocket-sized Proton features a 31-key QWERTY keyboard, a 6- line or 8-line, custom graphic LCD, and a unique trackwheel so that you can communicate easily via email.

Get ready to experience the power of messaging with your Proton using functions such as:

Receive, read, reply to, compose, forward, save, and delete messages.

Messages

Create and send messages to Internet email addresses and to other Protons.

Compose

Store any important messages for future viewing.

Saved Messages

Locate messages in seconds with the powerful search and database tools.

Search Messages

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Store your personal directory of contact information, such as multiple phone, fax Address Book numbers, and email addresses. Enter and store notes for individual contacts. Search

the database to find specific contacts.

Keep track of appointments using the calendar view or the agenda view.

Calendar

Add, edit, and delete tasks and mark tasks as complete.

Tasks

Set the alarm on the Proton to sound daily.

Alarm

Use the MemoPad to keep track of compose, edit, and delete important notes.

MemoPad

Perform basic mathematical operations using the Proton’s calculator.

Calculator

Customize the way the Proton notifies you of new messages; set the password;

Options add, edit, and delete AutoText entries; set the current date; and program the auto-

matic on/off feature.

Lock the Proton with a password security screen so that only you can access it. This

Lock function is only visible on the functions list after you have set a password.

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		Turn the Proton’s radio off when it may
	Turn Radio On/	interfere with other radio communica-
		tions, such as during a flight. Turn on the
	Turn Radio Off
		radio again to send and receive messages.
		Turn off the Proton at night or on week-
		ends.
	Power Off

About this guide

This guide provides information for operating the Proton.

Note Notes will appear in this format and contain additional information to help you perform the task being described.

Tip Tips provide information about performing tasks and offer different options to perform tasks.

A summary of all key combinations begins on page 6.

Chapter 10, ‘Frequently asked questions,’ includes commonly asked questions about the Proton. Consult this section for help with any questions you may have while using the Proton.

To meet your specific needs, the Proton offers different ways of performing the same function (i.e., you can choose to use the trackwheel or an assigned key sequence to perform tasks.) Only the most basic procedure is represented throughout the guide. Chapter 11, ‘Advanced user’s tips,’ contains a chart of tips that can be helpful when using the Proton. As you become more comfortable using the Proton, consult this section to improve your efficiency in performing tasks.

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The images that represent the Proton’s various LCD screen displays throughout this guide show a 6-line display option. The Proton also has an 8-line display option.

For your convenience, important information and a summary of tips can be found in the Proton Quick Reference Card included in your Proton package.

Customer support

For customer support:

•U.S. and Canada : 1-877-BLK-BERRY

•Email: [e-mail]

•Web: www.blackberry.net

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Introduction

You are about to experience the freedom of mobility and the power of staying in touch. With the Proton Solution, you can enjoy constant connectivity to your email, wherever you are. You can send, read, and respond to important messages, as well as update contact lists and calendar items, all from a wearable Proton.

This guide explains how to get started with the Proton, and provides tips for composing messages quickly and easily. Detailed descriptions of and instructions for the Proton’s operational functions are included, as well as answers to many frequently asked questions. Before you do anything else, please check to make sure that your Proton package is complete.

Contents of your package

Your Proton package should contain all of the following:

•Proton

•Cradle and charger

•Holster (belt clip)

•This User’s Guide

•Proton Quick Reference Card

•Proton Desktop Software Installation & Getting Started Guide

•Installation CD-ROM

If something from this package is missing or not working properly, contact the point of purchase.

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The Proton solution

The Proton, Proton Desktop Software, and flat-rate airtime on a nationwide wireless data network work together to provide a link to your desktop email. Email that arrives at the desktop is instantly relayed to the Proton. Email originating on the Proton is transmitted to your desktop where the Proton Desktop Redirector mails it on your behalf. The mail appears to originate from your desktop because it actually does! There is little difference between mail composed on your PC mail program and on the Proton.

See the Proton Desktop Manager and Proton Desktop Redirector online help within the software for more information on the Proton Desktop Software and all its capabilities.

Wireless service instructions

Your access number – Personal Identification Number (PIN) – on the wireless data network and the Proton’s serial number are located on the back of the Proton. You can also find your PIN number in the 6WDWXV screen of the 2SWLRQV function. See page 94 for more information on the 6WDWXV screen.

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Proton components

Figure 1: Proton

The Proton consists of the following components and accessories:

LCD screen

The LCD screen displays your messages, contacts’ addresses, and configuration information. You can also review information about your Proton’s status on the LCD screen such as signal strength.

The LCD backlight is activated when you press the ALT key three times successively.

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Holster (belt clip)

A holster, equipped with a belt clip, accompanies the Proton. While in the holster, the Proton is protected and wearable. You can configure the Proton to perform different types of message notification depending on whether it is in or out of the holster.

When you receive a new message and remove the Proton from the holster within five seconds, notification (beeping and/or vibrating) stops and the most recently received message will be open. If you pull the Proton out of the holster and quickly replace it, notification stops but the message will remain marked unread. See page 18 for information on setting message notification options.

Cradle and charger

Once the Proton Desktop Software has been installed, the Proton cradle allows you to synchronize your desktop with the Proton. When you place the Proton in the cradle, messages can be reconciled and your Personal Information Management (PIM) applications can be synchronized. (PIM applications include the Address Book, Calendar, MemoPad, and Tasks functions.) For example, all messages that you have either read at your desktop or on the Proton, will be marked as read in both places. With the Proton in the cradle, you can also backup and restore information and load new applications on to the Proton. See the Proton Desktop Software Installation & Getting Started Guide for more information on the cradle and the capabilities of the Proton Desktop Software.

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Serial port

The Proton can be connected to your PC through its serial port. Once the desktop software is properly installed and the cradle is connected to your PC, simply place the Proton in the cradle. See page 96 of this guide or refer to the Proton Desktop Manager online help for information on how to connect the cradle to your PC.

Keyboard and trackwheel

The curved, 31-key QWERTY keyboard is easily operable and provides access to numeric characters, a symbols library, punctuation, and special characters using the ALT key in combination with other keys. Use your thumbs to type messages easily. Use the trackwheel by rolling it or pressing (clicking) it. Before you begin, acquaint yourself with the Proton keyboard, key functions, and trackwheel. See the key assignment chart beginning on page 6 for information.

A trackwheel that clicks!

The trackwheel on the Proton has a unique feature that aids your task performance, it clicks! Simply click (press down) the trackwheel to turn on the Proton, navigate between screens, select menu options, compose and send messages, configure the Proton settings, and more.

When you press the trackwheel with your thumb, you invoke actions comparable to those achieved by the clicking function of a mouse used with your PC. See how quick and easy it is to navigate through the Proton’s functions and compose and send your messages by clicking!

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Key assignment chart

Key	Description

		• Roll the trackwheel with your thumb to
		scroll up and down through screen lines,
		fields, and menu items.
	TRACKWHEEL	• Click (press down) the trackwheel with your
		thumb to invoke actions similar to the click
		function of a mouse used with your PC.
		• The orange ALT key activates the numeric
		and symbol characters, printed in orange
		above the alphabetic keys.
	ALT key	• Press the ALT key once to affect the next char-
		acter you type. Press and hold the ALT key
		while you type to affect all characters.
		• Press the ALT key three times to invoke back-
		lighting.
		An ‘A’ icon appears in the top right corner of
		your screen when the ALT key is active.
		• Press the ALT key while you roll the track-
		wheel to move the cursor horizontally
		across screen lines.
		• Press the ALT key while you roll the track-
		wheel to toggle through field option set-
		tings.

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Key	Description
	• Press SHIFT+ALT to activate num lock mode.
	Press SHIFT or ALT again to return to normal
	case mode.
	An ‘N’ icon appears in the top right corner of
	your screen when num lock mode is activated.
	• Press the SHIFT key once so that the next
	letter you type is capitalized.
SHIFT key	• Press and hold the SHIFT key while you type
	so that all letters are capitalized.
	An ‘up arrow’ icon appears in the top right
	corner of your screen when the SHIFT key is
	active.
	• Press ALT+SHIFT to activate caps lock mode.
	Press SHIFT again to return to lower case
	mode.
	• The ENTER key functions as a regular car-
	riage return, by moving your cursor to a
ENTER key	new line. It also acts in the same manner as a
	double click of your PC’s mouse.
	• The key also functions as a regular ENTER
	key by invoking the highlighted item.
	Instead of clicking the trackwheel, press the
	ENTER key to perform your task.

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Key	Description
	• The BACKSPACE key enables you to move
	backwards and delete characters.
BACKSPACE	• The key also enables you to hide a menu,
key	similar to a typical ESC key.
	• Press the BACKSPACE key repeatedly to
	invoke the +RPH screen.
	• Press ALT+BACKSPACE while composing a
	message to delete the highlighted character
	only.
	• Press ALT + BACKSPACE in the Messages list
	to delete the highlighted message.

	• The SPACE key inserts a space between
SPACE key	characters while you type.

•Press the SPACE key to insert the ‘@’ and ‘.’ characters in an Email field.

•Press the SPACE key to edit field options (e.g., Notify options and Date/Time options).

•Press ALT+SPACE to display the Symbols screen from which you can view, select, and insert the symbol you need.

•Press and hold a letter while rolling the trackwheel to insert international characters.

Various letters have international characters associated with them.

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LCD components

The Proton’s LCD screen is composed of function screens and menus. These screens and menus also display several icons to indicate Proton and message status. Other icons provide navigational aid.

Proton function screens

All functions are represented on the LCD +RPH screen in a functions list. When you select an icon and click it, the function screen opens. See page 10 for details on the +RPH screen.

Home screen

The functions on your Proton are: Messages, Compose, Saved Messages, Search Messages, Address Book, Calendar, Tasks, Alarm, MemoPad, Calculator, Options, Lock, Turn Radio Off / Turn Radio On, and Power Off.

In the Messages, Saved Messages, and the Address Book function screens, you can access the Compose function.

In the Messages and Saved Messages screens, you can access the Search Messages function.

Function menus

Menus provide a list of operational choices for the current function. You can view a function screen’s menu by clicking the trackwheel; the menu appears on top and covers approximately half of the screen’s width.

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Address Book function menu

Backlighting

•Press the ALT key three times to illuminate the LCD screen.

•Backlighting is disabled after 10 seconds if you do not press a key or move the trackwheel.

Graphical guide

Home screen components

The +RPH screen appears when you power on your Proton.

Home screen display

In any of the function screens, press the BACKSPACE key to return to this +RPH screen.

The following icons appear on the Proton’s LCD +RPH screen in a functions list. They display the functions available on the Proton.

Icon	Description

Messages

Compose

Saved Messages

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Icon	Description

Search Messages

Address Book

Calendar

Tasks

Alarm

MemoPad

Calculator

Options

Lock

Turn Radio Off / Turn Radio On

Power Off

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Proton status icons

These icons appear on the Proton’s LCD screen to indicate battery power, coverage levels, and modes.

Icon	Description

Battery power indicator

Coverage level indicator

Packets are being sent

Packets are being received

ALT key mode is activated

SHIFT key mode is activated

NUM lock mode is activated

Unopened messages waiting

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Message status icons

These icons appear on the Proton’s LCD screen to indicate the status of sending, sent, and received messages.

Icon	Description

Message is being sent.

Message has been sent out to the network.

Message that was sent to another Proton PIN number has been delivered.

Message pending (will be sent later)

Composed message has been saved (not sent yet)

Unread message transmission error

Message returned, message transmission error

New, unread message has been received.

Message has been read.

Status of message is high.

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Navigational icons

These icons appear on the Proton’s LCD screen to indicate positions within fields, lists, menus, and screens.

Icon	Description

Indicates the cursor position

You are at the bottom of a menu or screen; scroll the trackwheel up to view more items.

You are at the top of a menu or screen; scroll the trackwheel down to view more items.

You can scroll the trackwheel up or down to view more screen or menu items.

You can scroll the trackwheel left or right to continue viewing icons on the functions list.

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Getting started

You should follow these steps to get started successfully with your Proton.

•Activate the Proton.

•Turn on the radio.

•Ensure you are registered with the wireless data network.

•Ensure that the Proton is connected to your email program using the Proton Desktop Software. (See the Proton Desktop Software Installation & Quick Reference Guide for more information.)

•Set the notification options and other customizable options.

After you have completed these steps, you can send and receive messages.

Activating your Proton

1.Press down on the trackwheel to turn on the Proton. The +RPH screen appears.

2.Using the trackwheel, scroll to highlight an icon. The name of the function represented by the highlighted icon will appear at the bottom of the display.

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3.Access the function you want by clicking the trackwheel. The function’s screen will appear.

Tip The name of the function will appear at the bottom of the screen, under the functions list. Press the underlined letter in the name of the function to access the function directly, without using the trackwheel.

Turning off the Proton

To turn off the Proton, from the +RPH screen, scroll to and click the 32:(5 2)) icon.

Turning on the radio

When you first receive your Proton, the radio will be turned off. You must turn on the radio before you can send and receive messages.

In the +RPH screen, scroll to and click the 7851 5$',2 21 icon in the functions list.

The antenna icon changes to an airplane icon.

There will be two messages in your Messages list when you first receive your Proton. These are Welcome messages that tell you how to use your Proton and some of its features.

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