Dell HC03U, HC03UL, HD04U User Manual

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Dell™ Axim™ X50

Owner’s Manual

Models HC03U, HC03UL, and HD04U

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Notes, Notices, and Cautions

NOTE: A NOTE indicates important information that helps you

make better use of your computer.

NOTICE: A NOTICE indicates either potential damage to

hardware or loss of data and tells you how to avoid the problem.

CAUTION: A CAUTION indicates a potential for property

damage, personal injury, or death.

Abbreviations and Acronyms

For a complete list of abbreviations and acronyms, see the "Glossary" on page 163.

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Reproduction in any manner whatsoever without the written permission of Dell Inc. is strictly forbidden.

Trademarks used in this text: Dell, the DELL logo, Axim, TrueMobile, Dimension,

Inspiron, OptiPlex, Latitude, Dell Precision, PowerApp, PowerVault, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, and DellNet are trademarks of DellInc.; Intel, Pentium, and Celeron are registered trademarks and XScale and StrataFlash are trademarks

of Intel Corporation; Microsoft, Windows, Windows Media, and ActiveSync are registered trademarks and Windows Mobile is a trademark of Microsoft Corporation; Bluetooth is a registered trademark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc. and is used by Dell Inc. under license.

Other trademarks and trade names may be used in this document to refer to either the entities claiming the marks and names or their products. Dell Inc. disclaims any proprietary interest in trademarks and trade names other than its own.

Models HCO3U, HC03UL, and HD04U

August 2005 Rev A03

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Contents

CAUTION: Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

SAFETY: General

SAFETY: Power

SAFETY: Battery

SAFETY: Air Travel

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SAFETY: Electromagnetic Compatibility Instructions

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When Using Your Device

SAFETY: Ergonomic Computing Habits

SAFETY: Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

SAFETY: Battery Disposal

Before You Begin

Related Information

Contacting Dell

1 Getting Started

Unpacking Your Device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Front, Side, and Back Views

Front and Side Views

Back View

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Using the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Installing and Removing the Battery

Charging the Battery

Checking Battery Power

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Using Your Axim

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Changing the Display Mode on Your Device

2 Operating the Axim

Using the Power Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Using the Stylus

Connecting to a Computer

Using the Cradle

USB Charging

Using the Sync Cable

Connecting to a Projector

Using Cards

CompactFlash Cards

Secure Digital Memory Cards

Resetting the Axim

Soft Reset

Hard Reset

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Using Microsoft

Windows Mobile™ Version 5.0

software for Pocket PC Premium Edition

Status Icons

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Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Program Buttons

Switcher Bar

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Navigation Bar and Command Bar

Pop-Up Menus

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Searching for Information

Backing Up Data

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Entering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Entering Text Using the Input Panel

Typing With the Soft Keyboard

Letter Recognizer

Block Recognizer

Tr an sc ri b er

Writing on the Screen

Editing Written Text

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Drawing on the Screen

Creating a Drawing

Editing a Drawing

Recording a Message

Using My Text

Adjusting Settings

Personal Tab

System Tab

Connections Tab

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3 Communicating and Scheduling

About Microsoft®ActiveSync® Program . . . . . . . 85

Installing and Using ActiveSync

About Microsoft

CAUTION: Safety Instructions

Use the following safety guidelines to help ensure your own personal safety and to help protect your device and working environment from potential damage.

SAFETY: General

• Do not attempt to service the device yourself unless you are a trained service technician. Always follow installation instructions closely.

• If you use an extension power cable with your AC adapter, ensure that the total ampere rating of the products plugged in to the extension power cable does not exceed the ampere rating of the extension cable.

• Do not push objects into air vents or openings of your device. Doing so can cause fire or electric shock by shorting out interior components.

• Keep your device away from radiators and heat sources. Also, do not block cooling vents. Avoid placing loose papers underneath your device; do not place your device in a closed-in wall unit or on a bed, sofa, or rug.

• Place the AC adapter in a ventilated area, such as a desk top or on the floor, when you use it to run the device or to charge the battery. Do not cover the AC adapter with papers or other items that will reduce cooling; also, do not use the AC adapter inside a carrying case.

• The AC adapter may become hot during normal operation of your device. Use care when handling the adapter during or immediately after operation.

• Do not use your device in a wet environment, for example, near a bath tub, sink, or swimming pool or in a wet basement.

• If your device includes an integrated or optional (PC Card) modem, disconnect the modem cable if an electrical storm is approaching to avoid the remote risk of electric shock from lightning via the telephone line.

• To help avoid the potential hazard of electric shock, do not connect or disconnect any cables or perform maintenance or reconfiguration of this product during an electrical storm. Do not use your device during an electrical storm unless all cables have been disconnected and the device is operating on battery power.

• If your device includes a modem, the cable used with the modem should be manufactured with a minimum wire size of 26 American wire gauge (AWG) and an FCC-compliant RJ-11 modular plug.

• PC Cards may become very warm during normal operation. Use care when removing PC Cards after their continuous operation.

• Before you clean your device, disconnect the device from the electrical outlet. Clean your device with a soft cloth dampened with water. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners, which may contain flammable substances.

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SAFETY: Power

• Use only the Dell-provided AC adapter approved for use with this device. Use of another AC adapter may cause a fire or explosion.

• Before you connect the device to an electrical outlet, check the AC adapter voltage rating to ensure that the required voltage and frequency match the available power source.

• To remove the device from all power sources, turn the device off, disconnect the AC adapter from the electrical outlet, and remove the battery installed in the battery bay.

• To help prevent electric shock, plug the AC adapter and device power cables into properly grounded power sources. These power cables may be equipped with 3-prong plugs to provide an earth grounding connection. Do not use adapter plugs or remove the grounding prong from the power cable plug. If you use a power extension cable, use the appropriate type, 2-prong or 3-prong, to mate with the AC adapter power cable.

• Be sure that nothing rests on your AC adapter’s power cable and that the cable is not

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located where it can be tripped over or stepped on.

• If you are using a multiple-outlet power strip, use caution when plugging the AC adapter’s power cable into the power strip. Some power strips may allow you to insert the plug incorrectly. Incorrect insertion of the power plug could result in permanent damage to your device, as well as risk of electric shock and/or fire. Ensure that the ground prong of the power plug is inserted into the mating ground contact of the power strip.

SAFETY: Battery

• Use only Dell™ battery modules that are approved for use with this device. Use of other types may increase the risk of fire or explosion.

• Do not carry a battery pack in your pocket, purse, or other container where metal objects (such as car keys or paper clips) could short-circuit the battery terminals. The resulting excessive current flow can cause extremely high temperatures and may result in damage to the battery pack or cause fire or burns.

• The battery poses a burn hazard if you handle it improperly. Do not disassemble it. Handle a damaged or leaking battery pack with extreme care. If the battery is damaged, electrolyte may leak from the cells and may cause personal injury.

• Keep the battery away from children.

• Do not store or leave your device or battery pack near a heat source such as a radiator, fireplace, stove, electric heater, or other heat-generating appliance or otherwise expose it to temperatures in excess of 60ºC (140ºF). When heated to excessive temperatures, battery cells could explode or vent, posing a risk of fire.

• Do not dispose of your device’s battery in a fire or with normal household waste. Battery cells may explode. Discard a used battery according to the manufacturer’s instructions or contact your local waste disposal agency for disposal instructions. Dispose of a spent or damaged battery promptly.

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SAFETY: Air Travel

• Certain Federal Aviation Administration regulations and/or airline-specific restrictions may apply to the operation of your Dell device while you are on board an aircraft. For example, such regulations/restrictions may prohibit the use of any personal electronic device (PED) that has the capacity for intentional transmission of radio frequency or other electromagnetic signals while on an aircraft.

– In order to best comply with all such restrictions, if your Dell portable device is

equipped with Dell TrueMobile™ or some other wireless communication device, please disable this device before you board the aircraft and follow all instructions provided by airline personnel with regard to such device.

– Additionally, the use of any PED, such as a portable device, may be prohibited in

aircraft during certain critical phases of flight, for example, takeoff and landing. Some airlines may further define the critical flight phase as any time the aircraft is below 3050 m (10,000 ft). Please follow the airline’s specific instructions as to when the use of a PED is allowed.

SAFETY: Electromagnetic Compatibility Instructions

Use shielded signal cables to ensure that you maintain the appropriate electromagnetic compatibility classification for the intended environment. For parallel printers, a cable is available from Dell. If you prefer, you can order a cable from Dell at its worldwide website at www.dell.com.

Static electricity can harm electronic components inside your device. To prevent static damage, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your device’s electronic components, such as a memory module. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface.

WARNING:

with this product, will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash your hands after handling the cord.

Handling the cord on this product, or cords associated with accessories sold

When Using Your Device

Observe the following safe-handling guidelines to prevent damage to your device:

• When setting up the device for work, place it on a level surface.

• When traveling, do not check the device as baggage. You can put your device through an X-ray security machine, but never put your device through a metal detector. If you have the device checked by hand, be sure to have a charged battery available in case you are asked to turn on the device.

• When traveling, do not place the device in overhead storage compartments where it could slide around. Do not drop your device or subject it to other mechanical shocks.

• Protect your device and battery from environmental hazards such as dirt, dust, food, liquids, temperature extremes, and overexposure to sunlight.

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• When you move your device between environments with very different temperature and/or humidity ranges, condensation may form on or within the device. To avoid damaging the device, allow sufficient time for the moisture to evaporate before using the device.

NOTICE: When taking the device from low-temperature conditions into a warmer

environment or from high-temperature conditions into a cooler environment, allow the device to acclimate to room temperature before turning on power.

• When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-relief loop, not on the cable itself. As you pull out the connector, keep it evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins. Also, before you connect a cable make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned.

• Handle components with care. Hold a component such as a memory module by its

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edges, not its pins.

• Clean the display with a soft, clean cloth and water. Apply the water to the cloth; then stroke the cloth across the display in one direction, moving from the top of the display to the bottom. Remove moisture from the display quickly and keep the display dry. Long-term exposure to moisture can damage the display. Do not use a commercial window cleaner to clean your display.

SAFETY: Ergonomic Computing Habits

CAUTION: Improper or prolonged keyboard use may result in injury.

CAUTION: Viewing the display or external monitor screen for extended periods of

time may result in eye strain.

SAFETY: Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

You can also take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge (ESD):

• When unpacking a static-sensitive component from its shipping carton, do not remove the component from the antistatic packing material until you are ready to install the component. Just before unwrapping the antistatic packaging, be sure to discharge static electricity from your body.

• When transporting a sensitive component, first place it in an antistatic container or packaging.

• Handle all sensitive components in a static-safe area. If possible, use antistatic floor pads and workbench pads.

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SAFETY: Battery Disposal

Your device uses a lithium-ion battery and a rechargeable NiMH battery. For instructions about replacing the batteries in your device, see "Using the Battery" on page 48.

Do not dispose of the battery along with household waste. Contact your local waste disposal agency for the address of the nearest battery deposit site.

Before You Begin

Related Information

The following table guides you to the information you are looking for in the relevant device and computer documentation.

What Are You Looking For? Find It Here:

How to set up my device and information on the accessories, connectors, and buttons on my device

Information on using my device Dell Owner’s Manual and

Additional programs that can be installed on my device

Information on using programs on my device

Connecting to and synchronizing with a computer

Last-minute updates and detailed technical information

The placemat setup diagram and the Dell™ Owner’s Manual

Pocket PC Help

NOTE: To view Help, tap the Start button

and tap Help.

Dell Getting Started CD

Pocket PC Help and, if available, tap Help within a specific program

Dell Owner’s Manual and Microsoft ActiveSync

To vi e w Help, launch MS ActiveSync, click Help Help.

The readme files, located in the ActiveSync folder on the computer and on the Dell Getting Started CD.

Help on your computer

→ Microsoft ActiveSync

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What Are You Looking For? Find It Here:

Up-to-date information about your Pocket PC

My Service Tag and/or Express Service Code

Product Key Located on the COA (Certificate of

ROM upgrades To upgrade ROM correctly, see

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www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile

and

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Label located in the battery slot underneath the battery (remove the battery)

Authenticity) label on the Getting Started CD

support.dell.com. Read the ROM documentation before attempting to upgrade.

Contacting Dell

To contact Dell electronically, you can access the following websites:

www.dell.com

•

support.dell.com

•

premiersupport.dell.com

government, health care, and medium/large business customers, including Premier, Platinum, and Gold customers)

For specific web addresses for your country, find the appropriate country section in the following table.

(technical support)

(technical support for educational,

NOTE: Toll-free numbers are for use within the country for which they are listed.

NOTE: The limited warranty on all Dell-branded products begins on the date of

the packing slip or invoice. Before your warranty period expires, call us at one of the numbers provided in table on page 17. Have your Dell Service Code or order number ready while making the call. For details see, "What do I do if I need warranty service?" on page 151.

When you need to contact Dell, use the electronic addresses, telephone numbers, and area codes provided in the following table. If you need assistance in determining which codes to use, contact a local or an international operator.

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Remember to have your Dell Service Code ready while making the call. To find your service code, remove the battery from its slot.

Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code

Anguilla General Support

Antigua and Barbuda

Argentina (Buenos Aires)

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 54

City Code: 11

Aruba General Support

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address

General Support

We bs it e: www.dell.com.ar

E-mail: us_latin_services@dell.com

E-mail for desktop and portable computers: la-techsupport@dell.com

E-mail for servers and EMC storage products: la_enterprise@dell.com

Customer Care

Tech Support

Tech Support Services

Sales

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

toll-free: 800-335-0031

1-800-805-5924

toll-free: 0-800-444-0730

toll-free: 0-800-444-0733

toll-free: 0-800-444-0724

0-810-444-3355

toll-free: 800-1578

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Country (City) International

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address Access Code Country Code City Code

Australia (Sydney)

International Access Code: 0011

Country Code: 61

City Code: 2

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E-mail (Australia): au_tech_support@dell.com

E-mail Customer Care (ANZ): Apcustserv@dell.com

E-mail (New Zealand): nz_tech_support@dell.com

Home and Small Business

Government and Business

Preferred Accounts Division (PAD)

Customer Care

Technical Support (portables and desktops)

Technical Support (servers and workstations)

Corporate Sales

Transaction Sales

Fax

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

1-300-655-533

toll-free: 1-800-633-559

toll-free: 1-800-060-889

toll-free: 1333 55 (option 3)

toll-free: 1-300-655-533

toll-free: 1-800-733-314

toll-free: 1-800-808-385

toll-free: 1-800-808-312

toll-free: 1-800-818-341

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Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code

Austria (Vienna)

International Access Code: 900

Country Code: 43

City Code: 1

Bahamas General Support

Barbados General Support

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address

We bs it e: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail: tech_support_central_europe@dell .com

Home/Small Business Sales

Home/Small Business Fax

Home/Small Business Customer Care

Preferred Accounts/Corporate Customer Care

Home/Small Business Technical Support

Preferred Accounts/Corporate Technical Support

Switchboard

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

0820 240 530 00

0820 240 530 49

0820 240 530 14

0820 240 530 16

0820 240 530 14

0660 8779

0820 240 530 00

toll-free: 1-866-278-6818

1-800-534-3066

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Country (City) International

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address Access Code Country Code City Code

Belgium (Brussels)

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 32

City Code: 2

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Website: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail for French-speaking Customers:

support.euro.dell.com/be/fr/email dell/

Technical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only

Technical Support for all other Dell computers

Technical Support Fax

Customer Care

Corporate Sales

Fax

Switchboard

Bermuda General Support

Bolivia General Support

Brazil

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 55

City Code: 51

Website: www.dell.com/br

Customer Support, Technical Support

Technical Support Fax

Customer Care Fax

Sales

British Virgin

General Support

Islands

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

02 481 92 96

02 481 92 88

02 481 92 95

02 713 15 .65

02 481 91 00

02 481 92 99

02 481 91 00

1-800-342-0671

toll-free: 800-10-0238

0800 90 3355

51 481 5470

51 481 5480

0800 90 3390

toll-free: 1-866-278-6820

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Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code

Brunei

Country Code: 673

Canada (North York, Ontario)

International Access Code: 011

Cayman Islands General Support

Chile (Santiago)

Country Code: 56

City Code: 2

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address

Customer Technical Support (Penang, Malaysia)

Customer Service (Penang, Malaysia)

Transaction Sales (Penang, Malaysia)

Online Order Status:

www.dell.ca/ostatus

AutoTech (automated technical support)

Customer Care (Home Sales/Small Business)

Customer Care (med./large business, government)

Technical Support (Home Sales/Small Business)

Technical Support (med./large bus., government)

Technical Support (printers, projectors, televisions, handhelds, digital jukebox, and wireless)

Sales (Home Sales/Small Business)

Sales (med./large bus., government)

Spare Parts Sales & Extended Service Sales

Sales, Customer Support, and Technical Support

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

604 633 4966

604 633 4888

604 633 4955

toll-free: 1-800-247-9362

toll-free: 1-800-847-4096

toll-free: 1-800-326-9463

toll-free: 1-800-847-4096

toll-free: 1-800-387-5757

1-877-335-5767

toll-free: 1-800-387-5752

toll-free: 1-800-387-5755

1 866 440 3355

1-800-805-7541

toll-free: 1230-020-4823

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Country (City) International

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address Access Code Country Code City Code

China (Xiamen)

Country Code: 86

City Code: 592

Technical Support website:

support.dell.com.cn

Technical Support E-mail: cn_support@dell.com

Customer Care E-mail: customer_cn@dell.com

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Technical Support Fax

Technical Support (Dell™ Dimension™ and Inspiron)

Technical Support (OptiPlex™, Latitude™, and Dell Precision™)

Technical Support (servers and storage)

Technical Support (projectors, PDAs, switches, routers, and so on)

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

592 818 1350

toll-free: 800 858 2969

toll-free: 800 858 0950

toll-free: 800 858 0960

toll-free: 800 858 2920

Technical Support (printers)

Customer Care

Customer Care Fax

Home and Small Business

Preferred Accounts Division

Large Corporate Accounts GCP

Large Corporate Accounts Key Accounts

Large Corporate Accounts North

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toll-free: 800 858 2311

toll-free: 800 858 2060

592 818 1308

toll-free: 800 858 2222

toll-free: 800 858 2557

toll-free: 800 858 2055

toll-free: 800 858 2628

toll-free: 800 858 2999

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Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code

Colombia General Support

Costa Rica General Support

Czech Republic (Prague)

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 420

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address

Large Corporate Accounts North Government and Education

Large Corporate Accounts East

Large Corporate Accounts East Government and Education

Large Corporate Accounts Queue Team

Large Corporate Accounts South

Large Corporate Accounts West

Large Corporate Accounts Spare Parts

We bs it e: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail: czech_dell@dell.com

Technical Support

Customer Care

Fax

Tech Fax

Switchboard

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

toll-free: 800 858 2955

toll-free: 800 858 2020

toll-free: 800 858 2669

toll-free: 800 858 2572

toll-free: 800 858 2355

toll-free: 800 858 2811

toll-free: 800 858 2621

980-9-15-3978

0800-012-0435

22537 2727

22537 2707

22537 2714

22537 2728

22537 2711

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Country (City) International

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address Access Code Country Code City Code

Denmark (Copenhagen)

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 45

Website: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail:

support.euro.dell.com/dk/da/email dell/

Technical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only

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Technical Support for all other Dell computers

Customer Care (Relational)

Home/Small Business Customer Care

Switchboard (Relational)

Switchboard Fax (Relational)

Switchboard (Home/Small Business)

Switchboard Fax (Home/Small Business)

Dominica General Support

Dominican

General Support

Republic

Ecuador General Support

El Salvador General Support

Finland (Helsinki)

International Access Code: 990

Country Code: 358

City Code: 9

Website: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail:

support.euro.dell.com/fi/fi/emaildell/

Technical Support

Customer Care

Fax

Switchboard

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

7010 0074

7023 0182

7023 0184

3287 5505

3287 1200

3287 1201

3287 5000

3287 5001

toll-free: 1-866-278-6821

1-800-148-0530

toll-free: 999-119

01-899-753-0777

09 253 313 60

09 253 313 38

09 253 313 99

09 253 313 00

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Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code

France (Paris) (Montpellier)

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 33

City Codes: (1) (4)

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address

We bs it e: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail:

support.euro.dell.com/fr/fr/emaildell/

Home and Small Business

Technical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only

Technical Support for all other Dell computers

Customer Care

Switchboard

Switchboard (calls from outside of France)

Sales

Fax

Fax (calls from outside of France)

Corporate

Technical Support

Customer Care

Switchboard

Sales

Fax

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

0825 387 129

0825 387 270

0825 823 833

0825 004 700

04 99 75 40 00

0825 004 700

0825 004 701

04 99 75 40 01

0825 004 719

0825 338 339

01 55 94 71 00

01 55 94 71 01

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Country (City) International

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address Access Code Country Code City Code

Germany (Langen)

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 49

City Code: 6103

www.dell.com | support.dell.com

Website: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail: tech_support_central_europe@dell .com

Technical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only

Technical Support for all other Dell computers

Home/Small Business Customer Care

Global Segment Customer Care

Preferred Accounts Customer Care

Large Accounts Customer Care

Public Accounts Customer Care

Switchboard

Greece

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 30

Website: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail:

support.euro.dell.com/gr/en/email dell/

Technical Support

Gold Service Technical Support

Switchboard

Gold Service Switchboard

Sales

Fax

Grenada General Support

Guatemala General Support

Guyana General Support

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

06103 766-7222

06103 766-7200

0180-5-224400

06103 766-9570

06103 766-9420

06103 766-9560

06103 766-9555

06103 766-7000

00800-44 14 95 18

00800-44 14 00 83

2108129810

2108129811

2108129800

2108129812

toll-free: 1-866-540-3355

1-800-999-0136

toll-free: 1-877-270-4609

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Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code

Hong Kong

International Access Code: 001

Country Code: 852

India E-mail Support:

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address

We bs it e: support.ap.dell.com

Technical Support E-mail: apsupport@dell.com

Technical Support (Dimension and Inspiron)

Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision)

Technical Support (PowerApp™, PowerEdge™, PowerConnect™, and PowerVault™)

Customer Care

Large Corporate Accounts

Global Customer Programs

Medium Business Division

Home and Small Business Division

India_support_desktop@dell.com

India_support_notebook@dell.com

India_support_server@dell.com

Technical Support

Sales (Large Corporate Accounts)

Sales (Home and Small Business)

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

2969 3188

2969 3191

2969 3196

3416 0910

3416 0907

3416 0908

3416 0912

2969 3105

1600 33 8045/

1600448046

1600 33 8044

1600 33 8046

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Country (City) International

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address Access Code Country Code City Code

Ireland (Cherrywood)

International Access Code: 16

Country Code: 353

City Code: 1

www.dell.com | support.dell.com

Website: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail: dell_direct_support@dell.com

Technical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only

Technical Support for all other Dell computers

U.K. Technical Support (dial within U.K. only)

Home User Customer Care

Small Business Customer Care

U.K. Customer Care (dial within U.K. only)

Corporate Customer Care

Corporate Customer Care (dial within U.K. only)

Ireland Sales

U.K. Sales (dial within U.K. only)

Fax/Sales Fax

Switchboard

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

1850 200 722

1850 543 543

0870 908 0800

01 204 4014

0870 906 0010

1850 200 982

0870 907 4499

01 204 4444

0870 907 4000

01 204 0103

01 204 4444

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Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code

Italy (Milan)

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 39

City Code: 02

Jamaica General Support (dial from within

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address

We bs it e: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail:

support.euro.dell.com/it/it/emaildell/

Home and Small Business

Technical Support

Customer Care

Fax

Switchboard

Corporate

Technical Support

Customer Care

Fax

Switchboard

Jamaica only)

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

02 577 826 90

02 696 821 14

02 696 821 13

02 696 821 12

02 577 826 90

02 577 825 55

02 575 035 30

02 577 821

1-800-682-3639

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Country (City) International

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address Access Code Country Code City Code

Japan (Kawasaki)

International Access Code: 001

Country Code: 81

City Code: 44

Website: support.jp.dell.com

Technical Support (servers)

Technical Support outside of Japan (servers)

Technical Support (Dimension and Inspiron)

www.dell.com | support.dell.com

Technical Support outside of Japan (Dimension and Inspiron)

Technical Support (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude)

Technical Support outside of Japan (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude)

Technical Support (PDAs, projectors, printers, routers)

Technical Support outside of Japan (PDAs, projectors, printers, routers)

Faxbox Service

24-Hour Automated Order Service

Customer Care

Business Sales Division (up to 400 employees)

Preferred Accounts Division Sales (over 400 employees)

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

toll-free: 0120-198-498

81-44-556-4162

toll-free: 0120-198-226

81-44-520-1435

toll-free:0120-198-433

81-44-556-3894

toll-free: 0120-981-690

81-44-556-3468

044-556-3490

044-556-3801

044-556-4240

044-556-1465

044-556-3433

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Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code

Japan (Kawasaki)

International Access Code: 001

Country Code: 81

City Code: 44

(continued)

Korea (Seoul)

International Access Code: 001

Country Code: 82

City Code: 2

Latin America Customer Technical Support

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address

Large Corporate Accounts Sales (over 3500 employees)

Public Sales (government agencies, educational institutions, and medical institutions)

Global Segment Japan

Individual User

Switchboard

Technical Support

Sales

Customer Service (Penang, Malaysia)

Fax

Switchboard

Technical Support (Electronics and Accessories)

(Austin, Texas, U.S.A.)

Customer Service (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.)

Fax (Technical Support and Customer Service) (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.)

Sales (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.)

SalesFax (Austin, Texas, U.S.A.)

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

044-556-3430

044-556-1469

044-556-3469

044-556-1760

044-556-4300

toll-free: 080-200-3800

toll-free: 080-200-3600

604 633 4949

2194-6202

2194-6000

toll-free: 080-200-3801

512 728-4093

512 728-3619

512 728-3883

512 728-4397

512 728-4600

or 512 728-3772

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Country (City) International

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address Access Code Country Code City Code

Luxembourg

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 352

Website: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail: tech_be@dell.com

Technical Support (Brussels, Belgium)

Home/Small Business Sales (Brussels, Belgium)

www.dell.com | support.dell.com

Corporate Sales (Brussels, Belgium)

Customer Care (Brussels, Belgium)

Fax (Brussels, Belgium)

Switchboard (Brussels, Belgium)

Macao

Country Code: 853

Technical Support

Customer Service (Xiamen, China)

Transaction Sales (Xiamen, China)

Malaysia (Penang)

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 60

City Code: 4

Website: support.ap.dell.com

Technical Support (Dell Precision, OptiPlex, and Latitude)

Technical Support (Dimension, Inspiron, and Electronics and Accessories)

Technical Support (PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, and PowerVault)

Customer Care

Transaction Sales

Corporate Sales

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

3420808075

toll-free: 080016884

02 481 91 00

02 481 91 19

02 481 92 99

02 481 91 00

toll-free: 0800 105

34 160 910

29 693 115

toll-free: 1 800 88 0193

toll-free: 1 800 88 1306

toll-free: 1800 88 1386

1800-881-306 (Option 6)

toll-free: 1 800 888 202

toll-free: 1 800 888 213

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Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code

Mexico

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 52

Montserrat General Support

Netherlands Antilles

Netherlands (Amsterdam)

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 31

City Code: 20

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address

Customer Technical Support

Sales

Customer Service

Main

General Support

We bs it e: support.euro.dell.com

Technical Support for Inspiron XPS computers only

Technical Support for all other Dell computers

Technical Support Fax

Home/Small Business Customer Care

Relational Customer Care

Home/Small Business Sales

Relational Sales

Home/Small Business Sales Fax

Relational Sales Fax

Switchboard

Switchboard Fax

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

001-877-384-8979

or 001-877-269-3383

50-81-8800

or 01-800-888-3355

001-877-384-8979

or 001-877-269-3383

50-81-8800

or 01-800-888-3355

toll-free: 1-866-278-6822

001-800-882-1519

020 674 45 94

020 674 45 00

020 674 47 66

020 674 42 00

020 674 4325

020 674 55 00

020 674 50 00

020 674 47 75

020 674 47 50

020 674 50 00

020 674 47 50

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Country (City) International

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address Access Code Country Code City Code

New Zealand

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 64

E-mail (New Zealand): nz_tech_support@dell.com

E-mail (Australia): au_tech_support@dell.com

E-mail Customer Care (ANZ): Apcustserv@dell.com

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Customer Care

Technical Support (for desktop and portable computers)

Technical Support (for servers and workstations)

Home and Small Business

Government and Business

Sales

Fax

Nicaragua General Support

Norway (Lysaker)

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 47

Website: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail:

support.euro.dell.com/no/no/email dell/

Technical Support

Relational Customer Care

Home/Small Business Customer Care

Switchboard

Fax Switchboard

Panama General Support

Peru General Support

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

toll-free: 0800-289-335

toll-free:

0800 446 255

toll-free: 0800 443 563

0800 446 255

0800 444 617

0800 441 567

0800 441 566

001-800-220-1006

671 16882

671 17575

23162298

671 16800

671 16865

001-800-507-0962

0800-50-669

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Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code

Poland (Warsaw)

International Access Code: 011

Country Code: 48

City Code: 22

Portugal

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 351

Puerto Rico General Support

St. Kitts and Nevis

St. Lucia General Support

St. Vincent and the Grenadines

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address

We bs it e: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail: pl_support_tech@dell.com

Customer Service Phone

Customer Care

Sales

Customer Service Fax

Reception Desk Fax

Switchboard

We bs it e: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail:

support.euro.dell.com/pt/en/email dell/

Technical Support

Customer Care

Sales

Fax

General Support

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

57 95 700

57 95 999

57 95 806

57 95 998

57 95 999

707200149

800 300 413

800 300 410 or 800 300 411 or 800 300 412 or

21 422 07 10

21 424 01 12

1-800-805-7545

toll-free: 1-877-441-4731

1-800-882-1521

toll-free: 1-877-270-4609

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Country (City) International

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address Access Code Country Code City Code

Singapore (Singapore)

International Access Code: 005

Country Code: 65

Website: support.ap.dell.com

Technical Support (Dimension and Inspiron, and Electronics and Accessories)

Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision)

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Technical Support (PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect and PowerVault)

Customer Care

Transaction Sales

Corporate Sales

Slovakia (Prague)

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 421

Website: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail: czech_dell@dell.com

Technical Support

Customer Care

Fax

Tech Fax

Switchboard (Sales)

South Africa (Johannesburg)

International Access Code:

09/091

Country Code: 27

City Code: 11

Website: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail: dell_za_support@dell.com

Gold Queue

Technical Support

Customer Care

Sales

Fax

Switchboard

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

toll-free: 1800 394 7430

toll-free: 1800 394 7488

toll-free: 1800 394 7478

1800-394-7430 (Option 6)

toll-free: 1 800 394 7412

toll-free: 1 800 394 7419

02 5441 5727

420 22537 2707

02 5441 8328

02 5441 7585

011 709 7713

011 709 7710

011 709 7707

011 709 7700

011 706 0495

011 709 7700

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Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code

Southeast Asian and Pacific Countries

Spain (Madrid)

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 34

City Code: 91

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address

Customer Technical Support, Customer Service, and Sales (Penang, Malaysia)

We bs it e: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail:

support.euro.dell.com/es/es/email dell/

Home and Small Business

Technical Support

Customer Care

Sales

Switchboard

Fax

Corporate

Technical Support

Customer Care

Switchboard

Fax

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

604 633 4810

902 100 130

902 118 540

902 118 541

902 118 539

902 100 130

902 115 236

91 722 92 00

91 722 95 83

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Country (City) International

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address Access Code Country Code City Code

Sweden (Upplands Vasby)

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 46

City Code: 8

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Website: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail:

support.euro.dell.com/se/sv/email dell/

Technical Support

Relational Customer Care

Home/Small Business Customer Care

Employee Purchase Program (EPP) Support

Technical Support Fax

Sales

Switzerland (Geneva)

International Access Code: 00

Country Code: 41

City Code: 22

Website: support.euro.dell.com

E-mail: Tech_support_central_Europe@dell .com

E-mail for French-speaking HSB and Corporate Customers:

support.euro.dell.com/ch/fr/email dell/

Technical Support (Home and Small Business)

Technical Support (Corporate)

Customer Care (Home and Small Business)

Customer Care (Corporate)

Fax

Switchboard

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

0859005199

0859005642

0858770527

20 140 14 44

0859005594

0859005185

0844 811 411

0844 822 844

0848 802 202

0848 821 721

022 799 01 90

022 799 01 01

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Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code

Ta i wa n

International Access Code: 002

Country Code: 886

Thailand

International Access Code: 001

Country Code: 66

Trinidad/Tobago General Support

Turks and Caicos Islands

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address

We bs it e: support.ap.dell.com

E-mail: ap_support@dell.com

Technical Support (Portable and Desktop computers)

Technical Support (Servers)

Customer Care

Transaction Sales

Corporate Sales

We bs it e: support.ap.dell.com

Technical Support (OptiPlex, Latitude, and Dell Precision)

Technical Support (PowerApp, PowerEdge, PowerConnect, and PowerVault)

Customer Care

Transaction Sales

Corporate Sales

General Support

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

toll-free: 00801 86 1011

toll-free: 00801 60 1256

toll-free: 00801 60 1250

(Option 5)

toll-free: 00801 65 1228

toll-free: 00801 651 227

toll-free: 1800 0060 07

toll-free: 1800 0600 09

1800-006-007 (Option 7)

toll-free: 1800 006 006

toll-free: 1800 006 009

1-800-805-8035

toll-free: 1-866-540-3355

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Country (City) International

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address Access Code Country Code City Code

U.K. (Bracknell)

International Access Code: 00

Website: support.euro.dell.com

Customer Care website:

support.euro.dell.com/uk/en/ECare/Form/Home.asp

Country Code: 44

City Code: 1344

E-mail: dell_direct_support@dell.com

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Technical Support (Corporate/Preferred Accounts/PAD [1000+ employees])

Technical Support (direct and general)

Global Accounts Customer Care

Home and Small Business Customer Care

Corporate Customer Care

Preferred Accounts (500–5000 employees) Customer Care

Central Government Customer Care

Local Government & Education Customer Care

Health Customer Care

Home and Small Business Sales

Corporate/Public Sector Sales

Home and Small Business Fax

Uruguay General Support

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

0870 908 0500

0870 908 0800

01344 373 186

0870 906 0010

01344 373 185

0870 906 0010

01344 373 193

01344 373 199

01344 373 194

0870 907 4000

01344 860 456

0870 907 4006

toll-free: 000-413-598-2521

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Country (City) International Access Code Country Code City Code

U.S.A. (Austin, Te xa s )

International Access Code: 011

Country Code: 1

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address

Automated Order-Status Service

AutoTech (portable and desktop computers)

Consumer (Home and Home Office)

Technical Support

Customer Service

DellNet™ Service and Support

Employee Purchase Program (EPP) Customers

Financial Services website:

www.dellfinancialservices.com

Financial Services (lease/loans)

Financial Services (Dell Preferred Accounts [DPA])

Business

Customer Service and Technical Support

Employee Purchase Program (EPP) Customers

Printers and Projectors Technical Support

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

toll-free: 1-800-433-9014

toll-free: 1-800-247-9362

toll-free: 1-800-624-9896

toll-free: 1-800-624-9897

toll-free: 1-877-Dellnet

(1-877-335-5638)

toll-free: 1-800-695-8133

toll-free: 1-877-577-3355

toll-free: 1-800-283-2210

toll-free: 1-800-822-8965

toll-free: 1-800-695-8133

toll-free: 1-877-459-7298

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Country (City) International

Department Name or Service Area,

Website and E-Mail Address Access Code Country Code City Code

U.S.A. (Austin, Te xa s )

International Access Code: 011

Country Code: 1

(continued)

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Public (government, education, and healthcare)

Customer Service and Technical Support

Employee Purchase Program (EPP) Customers

Dell Sales

Dell Outlet Store (Dell refurbished computers)

Software and Peripherals Sales

Spare Parts Sales

Extended Service and Wa r ra n t y S a l es

Fax

Dell Services for the Deaf, Hard-of-Hearing, or Speech-Impaired

U.S. Virgin

General Support

Islands

Venezuela General Support

Area Codes,

Local Numbers, and

Toll-Free Numbers

toll-free: 1-800-456-3355

toll-free: 1-800-234-1490

toll-free: 1-800-289-3355

or toll-free: 1-800-879-

3355

toll-free: 1-888-798-7561

toll-free: 1-800-671-3355

toll-free: 1-800-357-3355

toll-free: 1-800-247-4618

toll-free: 1-800-727-8320

toll-free: 1-877-

DELLTTY

(1-877-335-5889)

1-877-673-3355

8001-3605

42 Caution: Safety Instructions

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Getting Started

Dell Axim X50 and X50v are Dell's relatively new handheld devices (Personal Digital Assistant). Axim X50 refers to the low and mid configurations while Axim X50v refers to the high configuration which has VGA support. See the table for "Accessories" on page 43. The Axim X50/X50v offers:

• built-in wireless (For Mid and High configurations only)

• QVGA and VGA screens

• Small size and weight

• VGA output on Axim X50v

Unpacking Your Device

Your Axim PDA comes with standard accessories and some extra items depending on the model you purchased. Your device packaging contains important information such as the product key on the Getting Started CD cover and the order number on the packing slip. Ensure that you note these down for later use.

While unpacking your device for the first time, check for the following list of items. If you find any item missing, contact Dell support. See, "Contacting Dell" on page 16.

Accessories

Contents High Mid Low

Axim X50 624 MHz,

Wireless, Bluetooth

Cradle Standard Standard Standard

USB Sync cable Optional Optional Optional

Adapter Connector Standard Standard Standard

standard carrying case Standard Standard Standard

hard copy documentation Standard Standard Standard

520 MHz, Wireless, Bluetooth

416 MHz, Bluetooth

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Accessories

Contents High Mid Low

Axim X50/X50v Getting Started CD

AC adapter & localized power cord

standard battery (1100 mAH) Standard Standard Standard

High capacity battery mAH)

Screen Protectors Standard Standard Standard

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Optional: Needs to be ordered separately.

∗ (2200

Standard Standard Standard

Optional Optional Optional

See the following illustration for the standard and optional accessories.

touch screen

carrying case

sync cable

battery

power cable

AC adapter

44 Getting Started

cradle

adapter connector

Dell Getting Started CD

Dell Owner’s Manual

Page 45

Front, Side, and Back Views

CAUTION: Before performing any of the procedures in this section, read and

follow the safety instructions on page 11.

Front and Side Views

audio connector (top)

lanyard hook

lock button

on/off button for WLAN/Bluetooth wireless technology

record button

infrared sensor (top)

microphone

Calendar button

Contacts button

ompactFlash card and Secure Digital memory card slots (top)

wireless ligh

screen protector tab

power button

touch screen

Home button

Inbox button

Navigator button

INFRARED SENSOR — Transfer files from your device to another infrared-compatible

device without using any cable connection.

MICROPHONE — Use to record audio.

OMPACTFLASH CARD AND SECURE DIGITAL MEMORY CARD SLOTS — See "Using Cards" on

page 61 for information on using CompactFlash cards and Secure Digital memory cards.

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POWER BUTTON — Press the power button to turn the device on or off. Press and hold the power button to dim the display. Press and hold again to light the display.

TOUCH SCREEN — Enter information through your touchscreen using the stylus.

See "Entering Information" on page 72.

CREEN PROTECTOR — Use screen protectors to protect your device’s touchscreen.

You must change the protectors with usage to enhance the life of the touchscreen.

ON/OFF BUTTON FOR WLAN/BLUETOOTH

WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY — On wireless devices, the

button turns both WLAN and Bluetooth wireless technology on and off. Tap it twice to confirm the turning off or on of WLAN/ Bluetooth. Turn off the wireless devices to conserve power. On Bluetooth devices, the button turns Bluetooth wireless technology on and off.

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Current Wireless Status New Wireless Status

WLAN Bluetooth WLAN Bluetooth

Off Off On On

On Off Off Off

Off On Off Off

On On Off Off

OME BUTTON — Press to launch the Home window or to turn on the device.

NAVIGATOR BUTTON — Press the right, left, top, or bottom of the Navigator button to

move the cursor on the screen. Press the center to enter a selection.

ONTACTS BUTTON — Press to launch Contacts or to turn on the device.

ALENDAR BUTTON — Press to launch Calendar or to turn on the device.

RECORD BUTTON — See "Recording a Message" on page 80 for information on using

the record button.

LOCK BUTTON — Switch to lock the device and its touchscreen so that the device

does not respond to inadvertent pressing of keys.

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Back View

stylus (extended)

reset button

battery (inside)

battery lock

cradle/sync cable connector (bottom)

BATTERY LOCK — Use this switch to release and remove the main battery.

See "Installing and Removing the Battery" on page 48.

BATTERY — See "Using the Battery" on page 48 for information on the main battery.

CRADLE/SYNC CABLE CONNECTOR — Connect a cradle or sync cable. See "Connecting to

a Computer" on page 56.

RESET BUTTON — See "Resetting the Axim" on page 63 for information on using the

reset button.

STYLUS — Use the stylus to write or draw on the screen. To remove the stylus, pull it

straight up and out of the holder. To avoid losing the stylus, store the stylus in the holder when you are not using it. Ensure that the stylus is oriented correctly when you replace it in the slot.

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Using the Battery

Your device ships with a standard 1100 mAH (milli-Ampere-Hour) battery with an expected minimum of 5-8 hours of battery life. A higher capacity 2200 mAH can also be purchased. The 2200 mAH battery has an expected minimum battery life of 10-16 hours.

NOTICE: Do not use your device until you have charged the main battery for at

least 8 hours for the first charge.

Before you use your device for the first time, you must charge the battery. Turn on your device using the power button. Once the battery is charged, you can start your device by following the instructions in the operating system to display the Today screen. Use the power button light to monitor

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the battery charge. See Pocket PC Help on the device, for more information.

Installing and Removing the Battery

To install the battery:

Ensure that the device is turned off.

Unlock the battery lock and remove the battery cover.

Align the battery contacts with the contacts in the battery slot, insert the battery, and lower the battery into the slot until you feel a click.

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Close the battery cover.

Lock the battery cover by sliding the battery lock to the right.

battery cover

battery lock

To remove the battery:

Slide the battery lock to the left to unlock the battery cover.

Lift the battery cover.

battery cover

battery lock

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Pull the tab to lift the battery out of the slot.

pull-tab

battery

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NOTE: Your Service Tag is located underneath the battery in the battery

slot. You need your Service Tag to access Dell Support at support.dell.com or to call Dell for customer service or technical support.

Charging the Battery

You must charge your battery before using it for the first time. Subsequently, recharge the battery every time it runs low (power button light flashes amber).

Use one of the following options to charge the main battery:

• Connect the AC adapter directly to the charger adapter and then connect the charger adapter to the device.

• Connect the AC adapter to the sync cable and then connect the sync cable to the device. See, "Using the Sync Cable" on page 60.

• Connect the AC adapter to the cradle, and insert the device into the cradle. See "Using the Cradle" on page 56 for more information.

• Connect the cradle with the device to a running computer. See "USB Charging" on page 58. Also see the placemat for details.

The standard battery pack (1100mAh) completely charges within 5 hours; the higher battery pack (2200mAh) completely charges within 10 hours.

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If the main battery is critically low, the device enters "sleep" mode and the device turns off.

NOTE: To prevent data loss, a portion of the main battery will keep data safe for

72 hours if your device enters sleep mode. An additional battery, the internal backup battery, is designed to keep your data safe when you remove the main battery. The internal backup battery will keep data safe for 30 minutes.

To recover from a critically low battery:

Plug in the AC adapter or replace the main battery with a charged battery.

Press the power button to turn on the device.

By default, the device turns off if the device is left unused for a period of time. This is called the sleep mode. For information on setting the amount of time during which the device can remain idle before it turns off, see "System Tab" on page 82.

Checking Battery Power

You can check the battery power status with the power button light.

Battery Status Power Button Light Status

Fully charged battery (and connected to external power)

Low charge Blinking amber

In the process of charging Solid amber

Notification relay Blinking green

Solid green

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Using Your Axim

When you turn on your device, or after four hours of inactivity, the screen appears. You can also view the button and then tapping

Today

. The

Today

screen by tapping the

To da y

screen displays the date and

Today

Start

information about the device owner, today’s calendar, and important tasks. To customize the

Ta p

Start →

Tap the

Use the

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Use the

Start button

To da y

screen:

Settings

Personal

Appearance

Items

tab →

To da y

tab to change the background of the

tab to change the items that appear on the

connection icon

Today

To da y

screen.

volume control icon

screen.

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Changing the Display Mode on Your Device

The Axim X50/X50v with Microsoft® Windows Mobile™ Version 5.0 software for Pocket PC Premium Edition can display the screen in both landscape and portrait views.

To change the display mode from landscape to portrait:

Ta p

Start →

In the

NOTE: To change the display mode from portrait to landscape, tap

Ta p

Settings

Screen

Landscape.

window, tap

and close the window.

System →

Portrait

Screen

to select portrait mode.

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Operating the Axim

Using the Power Button

Press the power button to turn the device on or off. Press and hold the power button to dim the display. This is the power saver mode. Press and hold again to light the display.

• When the device is connected to external power and the main battery is fully charged, the power button light is solid green.

• When the main battery charge is low, the power button light flashes amber.

• When the battery is being charged, the power button light is solid amber.

• When the device relays a notification, the power button light rapidly flashes green.

Using the Stylus

Your device has a stylus for selecting items and entering information. On the device, the stylus replaces the mouse:

• Tap — Touch the screen once with the stylus to open items and select options.

• Drag — Hold the stylus on the screen and drag to select text and images. Drag on a list to select multiple items.

• Tap and hold — Tap and hold the stylus on an item to see a list of actions available for that item. On the pop-up menu that appears, tap the action you want to perform.

See "Entering Information" on page 72 for more information.

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Connecting to a Computer

You can either connect your device to a computer using a cradle or directly to a computer using a sync cable. Connect your device to a computer to:

• Add programs to your device. See "Adding Programs Using Microsoft ActiveSync

• Synchronize data on your device with data on your computer.

For information on synchronizing your data, see the following resources:

• ActiveSync Help on your computer

• ActiveSync Help on your device

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Using the Cradle

NOTE: Depending on the configuration of your device, the cradle is optional.

You can use the cradle to:

• Synchronize the data on your device with the data on your computer.

• Connect the device to an electrical outlet to conserve battery power.

• Charge the main battery. See "Using the Battery" on page 48 for more information.

• Charge a spare battery. Please note that the spare battery is optional.

NOTE: Before connecting your device to a computer for the first time, install

ActiveSync on the computer using the Dell™ Getting Started CD.

" on page 115 for more information.

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To connect your device to the cradle:

Connect the AC adapter to the cradle and to an electrical outlet.

Place the Axim in the docking cradle near your computer.

Connect the USB sync cable to the cradle and the computer.

cradle

power cord

AC adapter

cradle cable

USB connector on the computer

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cradle

spare battery status light

When the device is docked in the cradle, the power button on the device turns on and the connection status icon appears on the command bar (see page 65).

NOTE: The power button on the device indicates the charge status of the main

battery. See the description of the power button lights on page 55 for more information.

The spare battery status light on the cradle operates as follows:

• Green — The spare battery is fully charged.

• Amber — The spare battery is charging.

To remove the device from the cradle, pull the device straight up and out of the cradle.

USB Charging

You can charge your device battery when the cradle with the device is connected to a running computer by a USB cable.

NOTE: USB charging will not take place if the device is turned on.

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You can charge the battery using a 5V/500 mA USB port when the device is turned off.

NOTE: Using an external USB hub with 5V/100 mA ports to charge the device

battery may cause a temporary voltage drop in the hub, and other USB devices connected to the ports on the hub may not work normally until the device is removed.

NOTE: Charging the battery through a USB port takes more time than direct

AC adapter charging.

The device charger stops the charging process after seven hours. If you need more than seven hours to charge the device battery, disconnect and reconnect the USB cable to restart the charging process.

USB connector on the computer

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Using the Sync Cable

Use the sync cable to connect your device directly to the computer without using the cradle.

NOTE: The sync cable is optional depending on the configuration of your device.

To connect the sync cable:

Connect the sync cable connector to your device. Ensure that the Dell logo is facing upwards.

Connect the USB connector of the cable to the USB connector on your computer.

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the sync cable connector, press the two buttons

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on the sides of the connector to release the lock before inserting or pulling out the connector.

power cord

AC adapter

sync cable

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sync cable connector

USB connector on the computer

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Connecting to a Projector

You can connect the device to a projector using a VGA cable.

NOTE: The VGA option is available only with the VGA model of the device.

The VGA cable will not ship with your device unless you order it.

NOTE: You need to install the Viewer program from the CD for the device to

detect the projector. To configure the program, see the Help section in the program.

To connect the device to the projector, connect the sync connector on the VGA cable to the device, and then connect the other connector of the VGA cable to the projector cable. Run the detect the projector.

Viewer

program for the device to

Using Cards

Your device has two slots located on the top of the unit. The larger slot supports CompactFlash Type II cards. The smaller slot supports Secure Digital (SD) memory cards, Secure Digital I/O (SDIO) cards, and the MultiMediaCard (MMC). All three memory card types are available in sizes from 64 MB to 1 GB or 2 GB.

CompactFlash Cards

Your device supports CompactFlash Type II cards. Some common types of cards include:

• Modem — Connect a telephone line for modem data communication.

• Wireless communication — Data communication without the use of cable connections. You can use cards, such as internal cards with Bluetooth wireless technology and 802.11b wireless LAN.

• Storage — Save data or install programs on a storage card.

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When you do not have a CompactFlash card installed, insert the plastic blank to protect the CompactFlash card slot.

To install a CompactFlash card:

If a blank is installed, remove it.

blank

notch in CompactFlash card slot

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Align the tab on the back of the CompactFlash card with the notch in the CompactFlash card slot, and slide the card into the slot.

NOTICE: Do not force the card. If you feel resistance, remove the card, check

the orientation, and reinsert it.

See the documentation that came with the card for more information.

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Secure Digital Memory Cards

Use Secure Digital memory cards to save or back up data.

To install a Secure Digital memory card:

If a card or plastic blank is already installed, press in to release it, and then remove it.

blank

Ensure that the card is oriented correctly, and slide it into the slot until you feel a click.

NOTICE: Do not force the card. If you feel resistance, remove the card, check

the orientation, and reinsert it.

See the documentation that came with the card for more information.

Resetting the Axim

Soft Reset

When you do a soft reset, the device deletes any data that has not been saved in the ROM. In other words, your saved files and programs are not deleted. Try a soft reset if the device does not respond when you tap the display or press a button.

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To do a soft reset, use the stylus to press the reset button.

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stylus

Hard Reset

NOTICE: When you do a hard reset, you lose all the data stored in your device

flash memory, and any programs that you installed on your device.

Do a hard reset if:

• You want to restore the device to factory default settings.

• You forget your password and need to reset it.

• Your device is experiencing severe operational problems and you have already attempted a soft reset.

NOTICE: It is strongly recommended that you back up your data before you do

a hard reset. See your Getting Started Guide that is available on the upgrade CD.

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To do a hard reset:

Press and hold the power button.

Using the stylus, hold down the reset button for about 2 seconds.

Follow the instructions on the screen.

Using Microsoft® Windows Mobile™ Version 5.0 software for Pocket PC Premium Edition

The Windows Mobile 5.0 operating system comes with a host of new features and interface improvements. The screen view and touchpad is similar to Windows™ XP for computers. RAM is only used for running applications. ROM is where all application, PIM data, and file storage happens. For details, visit the

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website.

Status Icons

NOTE: If there is not enough space to display all notification icons on the

device, tap , icon to view the hidden list of icons.

Icon Description

New e-mail or text message (SMS)

New instant message

Battery level

Low battery

Battery charging

No battery

Sync Error

Volume off

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Icon Description

Bluetooth

Wi-Fi on

Wi-Fi data call

Help icon

Programs

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You can switch from one program to another by selecting a program from the

Start

menu. To access programs that are not listed in the

Start →

Programs

NOTE: Some programs have abbreviated labels for check boxes and

drop-down menus. To see the full spelling of an abbreviated label, tap and hold the stylus on the label. Drag the stylus off the label so that the command is not carried out.

, and then tap the program name.

Program Buttons

You can also switch to some programs by pressing a program button. Your device has four program buttons located on the front of the device. The icons on the buttons identify the programs which they start. By default, the buttons launch Home, Messaging, Contacts, and Calendar.

Start

menu, tap

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Switcher Bar

You can also use Switcher Bar to switch to or close the open programs. To launch Switcher Bar:

Ta p

Start →

Ta p

System

The Switcher Bar icon, , appears in the navigation bar.

Settings

→ Switcher Bar

Tap to view a list of all open programs. In the

•Tap

Brightness settings

Power settings

Switcher Bar

to configure those settings.

• Tap a program name to switch to that program.

•Tap

Exit current program

Exit all programs

Exit Switcher Bar

to close the current program.

to close all open programs.

to close the menu.

The following table contains a partial list of programs that are on your device. See the

Dell™ Getting Started

CD for additional programs that you

can install on your device.

Icon Program Description

ActiveSync Synchronize information between

your device and your computer.

Calendar Keep track of your appointments and

create meeting requests.

Contacts Keep track of your friends and

colleagues.

Messaging Send and receive e-mail messages.

Internet Explorer Mobile Browse websites and WAP sites, and

download new programs and files from the Internet.

Notes Create handwritten or typed notes,

drawings, or recordings.

Tasks Keep track of your tasks.

menu:

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Icon Program Description

Excel Mobile Create new workbooks or view and

edit Excel workbooks that you created on your computer.

Pocket MSN Send and receive instant messages

with your MSN Messenger contacts.

Word Mobile Create new documents or view and

edit Word documents that you created on your computer.

PowerPoint Mobile View PowerPoint presentation slides.

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Navigation Bar and Command Bar

The navigation bar is located at the top of the screen. It displays the active program and current time, and allows you to switch to other programs or close screens.

Use the command bar at the bottom of the screen to perform tasks in programs. The command bar includes menu names, icons, and the input panel icon. To create a new item in the current program, tap name of an icon, tap and hold the stylus on the icon. Drag the stylus off the icon so that the command is not carried out.

New

. To see the

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navigation bar

Start menu

command bar

Pop-Up Menus

With pop-up menus, you can quickly select an action for an item. For example, you can use the pop-up menu in the contact list to delete a contact, make a copy, or send an e-mail message to a contact. The actions in the pop-up menus vary from program to program. To access a pop-up menu, tap and hold the stylus on an item name. When the menu appears, lift the stylus and tap the action you want to perform. To close the menu without performing an action, tap anywhere outside the menu.

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Searching for Information

The Search feature on your device helps you to quickly locate information.

To search for files or other items:

Ta p

Start

→

Programs

Search for,

enter the file name, word, or other information you want. If you have looked for this item before, tap the select the item from the list.

Ty p e ,

select a data type to help narrow your search.

Ta p

Search.

The

My Documents

In the

Results

list, tap the item you want to open.

→

Search.

Search for

folder and subfolders are searched.

arrow to

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You can also use

File Explorer

your files into folders. On the

to find files on your device and to organize

Start

menu, tap

Programs

→

File Explorer

sort menu

folder location

Backing Up Data

To prevent or minimize data loss, you should periodically back up the data stored on your device. Use ActiveSync to synchronize the files on your device with the files on your computer. You can also drag and drop files from your device to your computer using Windows Explorer. See the ActiveSync Help on your computer for additional information. Also see, "Installing and Using ActiveSync" on page 86.

NOTE: To prevent data loss, a portion of the main battery will keep data safe for

72 hours if your device runs out of power. An additional battery, the internal backup battery, is designed to keep your data safe when you remove the main battery. The internal backup battery will keep data safe for 30 minutes.

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Entering Information

You have several options for entering information:

• Use the input panel to enter typed text using the soft keyboard or another input method.

• Write directly on the screen using the stylus.

• Draw pictures on the screen with the stylus.

• Speak into your device microphone to record a message.

Use Microsoft computer to your device. For more information, see ActiveSync Help on your computer.

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NOTE: Some of the functions mentioned in this section may not be supported

by the operating system in some languages.

Entering Text Using the Input Panel

Use the input panel to enter information into any program on your device. You can type using the soft keyboard or write with the stylus using Letter Recognizer, Block Recognizer, or Transcriber. The characters appear as typed text on the screen.

ActiveSync® to synchronize or copy information from your

input panel icon

To show or hide the input panel, tap the input panel icon. Tap the arrow next to the input panel icon to change the input method.

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When you use the input panel, your device anticipates the word you are typing or writing and displays it above the input panel. When you tap the displayed word, the word is inserted at the insertion point. The more you use your device, the more words it learns to anticipate.

suggested words

To change word suggestion options, for example, the number of words suggested:

Ta p

Start

→

Settings → Personal

Tap the

Select the desired settings and tap OK.

Word Completion

tab.

→

Input.

Typing With the Soft Keyboard

Tap the input selection arrow and tap

Tap the keys on the soft keyboard with your stylus.

Keyboard

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Letter Recognizer

Letter Recognizer allows you to use your stylus to write letters on the screen as you would write them on paper.

NOTE: Letter Recognizer is included with the English, French, German, Italian, and

Spanish operating systems. Other versions do not support Letter Recognizer.

Tap the input selection arrow and tap

Write characters, numbers, and symbols in the designated writing area.

Letter Recognizer

• Enter capital letters by writing in the ABC (left) area of the box.

• Enter lower case letters by writing in the abc (middle) area of the box.

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• Enter numbers by writing in the 123 (right) area of the box.

• Enter punctuation and symbols by tapping in any area of the box

and then writing the desired character.

The letters are converted to typed text on the screen. For specific instructions on using Letter Recognizer, tap the question mark next to the writing area.

NOTE: Ta p Demo to learn the character strokes that the device can recognize.

Block Recognizer

Block Recognizer allows you to use character strokes that are similar to those used on other handheld devices.

NOTE: Block Recognizer is included with the English, French, German, Italian, and

Spanish operating systems. Other versions do not support Block Recognizer.

Tap the input selection arrow and tap

Write characters, numbers, and symbols in the designated writing area.

Block Recognizer

• Enter letters by writing in the abc (left) area of the box.

• Enter numbers by writing in the 123 (right) area of the box.

• Enter symbols and punctuation by tapping in either area of the

box and then writing the desired character.

The character strokes are converted to typed text on the screen. For specific instructions on using Block Recognizer, tap the question mark next to the writing area.

NOTE: Ta p Demo to learn the character strokes that the device can recognize.

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Transcriber

Transcriber allows you to write anywhere on the screen using the stylus similar to the way that you would write on paper. Unlike Letter Recognizer and Block Recognizer, you can write a sentence or more, and then pause to let Transcriber change the written characters to typed characters.

NOTE: Transcriber is included with the English, French, and German operating

systems. Other versions do not support Transcriber.

Start a program such as Word Mobile.

Tap the Input Panel icon at the bottom center of the screen and tap the input selection arrow to the right of the icon.

Ta p

Tr an scr ibe r.

The Transcriber introductory screen appears.

With your stylus, write anywhere on the screen.

When you pause, Transcriber converts your written characters to typed characters. For specific instructions on using Transcriber, tap the question mark in the lower right hand corner of the screen.

Writing on the Screen

In any program that accepts written text, such as the Notes program and the

Notes

tab in some programs, you can use your stylus to write directly on the screen. You can edit and format what you have written and convert the information to text at a later time.

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Editing Written Text

To edit or format written text:

Drag the stylus across the text that you want to select.

Tap and hold the selected text.

Tap the appropriate editing command in the pop-up menu.

You can also tap editing commands.

→

Edit

at the bottom of the screen to select

To convert written text to print-style text, tap

Recognize

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If you want to convert only certain words, select them before tapping

Recognize

(or tap and hold the selected words and then tap

Recognize

on the pop-up menu). If a word is not recognized, it is not converted to print-style text.

If the conversion is incorrect, you can select different words from a list of alternatives or return to the original written text:

Tap and hold the incorrect word.

On the pop-up menu, tap

Alternates

A menu with a list of alternative words appears.

Tap the correct word, or tap the written text at the top of the menu to return to the original written text.

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alternate words

Tips for getting good recognition:

• Write neatly.

• Write on the lines and draw descenders below the line. Write the cross of the "t" and apostrophes below the top line so that they are not confused with the word above. Write periods and commas above the line.

• For better recognition, try changing the zoom level to 300 percent by tapping

Menu → Zoom

• Write the letters of a word closely and leave big gaps between words so that the device can easily determine where words begin and end.

• You cannot convert hyphenated words, foreign words that use special characters such as accents, and some punctuation.

• You cannot add written text to a word to change it after the word has been recognized. You must delete the written word and write the new word.

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Drawing on the Screen

You can draw on the screen the same way that you write on the screen. However, selecting and editing drawings is different than selecting and editing written text. For example, selected drawings can be resized, while written text cannot.

Creating a Drawing

NOTE: To zoom in or out on your drawing, tap Menu → Zoom and tap a

zoom level.

Cross three ruled lines on your first stroke. A drawing box appears. Subsequent strokes that touch or are inside of the drawing box become part of the drawing. Drawings that do not cross three ruled lines are treated as written text.

drawing box

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Editing a Drawing

To edit or format a drawing, you must first select it:

Tap and hold the stylus on the drawing until the selection handles appear.

To select multiple drawings, drag to select the drawings.

You can cut, copy, and paste selected drawings by tapping and holding the selected drawings and then tapping an editing command on the pop-up menu.

You can also tap

Menu → Edit

at the bottom of the screen to select

editing commands.

To resize a drawing, drag a selection handle.

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Recording a Message

In any program where you can write or draw on the screen, you can also quickly capture thoughts, reminders, and phone numbers by recording a message.

• In Calendar, Tasks, and Contacts, you can include a recording in the

Notes

tab.

• In the Notes program, you can either create a stand-alone recording or include a recording in a written note. If you want to include the recording in a note, open the note first.

• In the Messaging program, you can add a recording to an e-mail message.

To record a message:

Hold the microphone near your mouth or other source of sound.

Press and hold the it beeps.

While holding down the

To stop recording, release the

The device beeps twice. The new recording appears in the note list or as an embedded icon.

Record

button on the side of your device until

Record

button, make your recording.

Record

button.

NOTE: You can also make a recording by tapping the Record icon on the

Recording toolbar.

To play a recording, tap the name of the recording in the list or tap the speaker icon in the note.

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Using My Text

When using Messaging or MSN Messenger, use or frequently used messages. To insert a message, tap tap a message.

NOTE: You can add text to a My Text message after you insert the message.

To edit a

My Text

Ta p

Make the changes and tap OK.

message:

→ My Text

→ Edit My Text Messages.

My Text

to quickly insert preset

→ My Text

and

Adjusting Settings

You can adjust the device settings to suit the way you work. To see available options, tap

NOTE: Depending on the features of your device, you might have additional

See your device Help for additional information on adjusting settings

Start

(tap

Start

→

Settings

tabs and additional items on the tabs.

→

Help

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Personal Tab

•

Buttons

— Assign the programs that launch when you press the

device buttons.

•

Input

— Adjust the settings for input method, word completion, and

other options.

•

Menus

— Add or remove items from the

•

Owner Information

Passwo rd

•

Sounds & Notification

— Set a password to protect the data stored on your device.

— Enter your contact information.

See "Notifications" on page 98 for more information.

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•

To da y

— Customize the look and the information that is displayed on

the Today screen.

•

MSN Options

— Settings you can use to create a custom Pocket

MSN experience.

System Tab

•

About

— Find information about Windows Mobile 5.0 and your device.

Brightness

•

Certificates

Certificates help establish your identity and the identity of other computers to prevent unauthorized users from accessing your data.

•

Clock & Alarms

Memory

• and used memory, storage card memory, and running programs.

•

Error Reporting

to diagnose a program error for a device running Windows Mobile software. For this your device must be connected to the Internet.

•

GPS

to understand the exact location you are in, with the help of the maps. Note that your Axim does not have a built-in GPS device.

— Adjust the brightness settings to conserve power.

— View or delete certificates stored on your device.

— Change the time and set the alarm.

— Allocate memory for data and program storage. View free

— Send information needed by technical support groups

— Configure the settings when you have a GPS device connected

Start

menu.

— Adjust the volume and set notifications.

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•

Mirror Mode

allows users to see the same image on both the PDA screen and on an external display using a VGA cable. When enabled, an icon will be displayed on the command bar. To disable mirror mode, click on the icon or clear the checkbox.

•

Microphone

•

Power

the amount of time that the device can remain idle before it turns off. .

•

Regional Settings

settings such as currency, time, and date.

•

Remove Programs

information, see "Adding and Removing Programs" on page 115.

•

Screen

to taps, and select the screen orientation that you want to use.

•

Switcher Bar

launcher utility.

•

System Information

— This is available only in the X50v model. Mirror mode

— Adjust the microphone volume.

— Check the battery or charge status. Use the

— View and change the formatting for regional

— Remove programs from your device. For more

— Adjust the screen if your device is not responding accurately

— Adjust the settings of the Switcher Bar program

— View technical information about your device.

Advanced

Connections Tab

•

Beam

— Receive infrared beams from other devices.

Bluetooth

• technology, and create and edit bonded devices. By default, the radio is off.

•

Connections

Dell WLAN Utility

• Use the WLAN utility to connect to the wireless network using EAP/TTLS.

•

Network Cards

•

Odyssey Client

wireless LAN (WLAN). This is available for Mid and Hi end Axim versions only.

— Turn on and off the radio with Bluetooth® wireless

— Add and configure modem and server connections.

— Available only on devices with internal Wi-Fi.

— Configure your network adapter settings.

— Provides secure authentication and connection of

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About Microsoft®ActiveSync® Program

Microsoft ActiveSync 4.0 is the latest synchronization software for the Axim. ActiveSync transfers files and data between your device and a computer. It can upload drivers and programs to the device. ActiveSync should be installed before connecting the device to a computer. You can find the ActiveSync installation program on the Dell

You can synchronize the information on your computer with the information on your device using ActiveSync. This compares the data on your device with the data on your computer and updates both with the most recent information. For example:

• Keep Microsoft Pocket Outlook data up-to-date by synchronizing your device with Microsoft Outlook data on your computer.

• Synchronize Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel files between your device and your computer. Your files are automatically converted to the correct format.

NOTE: By default, ActiveSync does not automatically synchronize all types of

information. You can change ActiveSync options to synchronize specific types of information.

With ActiveSync, you can also:

• Copy (rather than synchronize) files between your device and your computer.

• Select a mode to control when synchronization occurs. For example, you can synchronize continuously or only when you select the synchronize command.

• Select which information types are synchronized and control how much data is synchronized. For example, you can choose how many weeks of past appointments you want synchronized.

To synchronize your data, you need both the Microsoft Windows Pocket PC versions of ActiveSync. You must install the Windows version of ActiveSync on your computer using the Dell™ version is already installed on your device.

Getting Started

CD.

and

CD. The Pocket PC

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NOTE: Before connecting your device to a computer for the first time, ensure

that you install ActiveSync on the computer using the Dell™ Getting Started CD.

NOTE: If your Axim fails to syncronize, check your computer security software

to see if you have any firewall running. Firewalls may block the communication from your computer to your Axim.

Installing and Using ActiveSync

To install ActiveSync:

Insert the Dell

Click

Getting Started

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Click

Start Here

Click

Install ActiveSync

After the installation is complete, connect your device to your computer. The

ActiveSync Setup

• Set up a partnership so that you can synchronize information between your device and your computer

• Customize your synchronization settings

Your first synchronization process automatically begins when you complete the wizard.

NOTE: The device must be powered on for the synchronization process to occur.

During your first synchronization, information that was stored in Outlook on your computer is copied to Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks on your device.

After you set up ActiveSync and complete the first synchronization process, you can initiate synchronization from your device. To switch to ActiveSync on your device, tap

To find information on using ActiveSync on your device, open ActiveSync on your device and tap

To find information on using ActiveSync on your computer, click

Help→Microsoft ActiveSync Help

Getting Started

CD.

to access the main menu.

and follow the instructions on the screen.

Wizard enables you to:

Start

→

ActiveSync

Start

→

Help

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About Microsoft® Pocket Outlook

Pocket Outlook includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Messaging, and Notes. You can use these programs individually or together. For example, e-mail addresses stored in Contacts can be used to address e-mail messages in Messaging.

NOTE: Pocket Outlook is pre-installed on your device. If not already installed,

your Dell Getting Started CD has a copy of the Pocket Outlook installation

program. Ensure that you install Pocket Outlook and not Outlook Express. Note that you can only install Pocket Outlook once, as it is a licensed version.

Using Microsoft ActiveSync®, you can synchronize information on your computer in Microsoft Outlook or Microsoft Exchange. You can also synchronize this information directly with an Exchange server. Each time you synchronize, ActiveSync compares the changes you made on your device and computer or server and updates both with the latest information. For information on using ActiveSync, see ActiveSync Help on your computer.

You can switch to any of the following programs through the

NOTE: For detailed information about Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Messaging,

and Notes, among other things, see Help on your device.

Start

menu.

Calendar

Use Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events. You can check your appointments in one of several views (Agenda, Day, Week, Month, and Year) and easily switch views by using the view menu. Tap the

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To da y

icon to view the current date.

today icon

input panel icon

NOTE: To customize Calendar, such as changing the first day of the week,

tap Menu and tap Options.

To create an appointment:

Tap

Start

→

Calendar.

Ta p

→

New Appointment.

Enter a name for the appointment, and enter information such as start and end times.

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To schedule an all-day event, in the

When finished, tap OK to return to the calendar.

All Day

box, tap

Yes.

To receive a reminder for an appointment:

Ta p

Start

→

Calendar → Menu

Select the

Set the time when you want the reminder to alert you.

Ta p OK to return to the calendar.

Set reminders for new items

→

Options

→

Appointments

check box.

tab.

Using the Summary Screen

When you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen appears.

Edit

To change the appointment, tap

Creating Meeting Requests

You can use Calendar to set up meetings with users of Outlook or Pocket Outlook. The meeting request is automatically created when you synchronize Messaging or when you connect to your e-mail server. To set how you want meeting requests sent, tap

To schedule a meeting:

Ta p

Start

→

Calendar.

Schedule a new appointment, or open an existing one and tap

Ta p

Attendees.

Tap the name of the contact you want to invite.

To invite each additional attendee, tap

Ta p

OK.

The meeting request will be sent to the attendees the next time you synchronize your device with your PC.

For more information on sending and receiving meeting requests, tap

Start→

Help

→

Calendar

Messaging

and tap

Add

and tap the name.

Options

Edit.

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Contacts

Use Contacts to maintain a list of your friends and colleagues. You can quickly share Contacts information with other device users using the infrared port.

Finding a Contact

To find a contact:

Ta p

Start

→

Contacts.

If you are not in Name view, tap

Do one of the following:

• Begin entering a name or phone number in the provided text box

until the contact you want is displayed. To show all contacts again, tap the text box and clear the text, or tap the arrow to the right of the text box.

• Use the alphabetical index displayed at the top of the contact list.

• Filter the list by categories. In the contact list, tap

Then tap a category you have assigned to a contact. To show all contacts again, select

To view the names of companies your contacts work for, tap the contact list and tap work for that company is displayed to the right of the company name.

All Contacts.

By Company

→

View By

→

Name.

. The number of contacts that

→

View

Filter.

Using the Summary Screen

When you tap a contact in the contact list, a summary screen appears.

Edit

To change the contact information, tap

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Tasks

NOTE:

To change the way information is displayed in the list, tap

Use Tasks to list things that you need to do.

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To create a task:

Ta p

Start

→

Programs

Ta p

New,

enter a subject for the task, and fill in information such as

→

Tasks.

start and due dates.

When finished, tap

To copy an existing task from the task list, select the task you want to copy. Tap

To add notes, tap the

→

OK.

Edit

→

Copy,

Notes

tab. You can enter text, draw, or create a

recording. For more information on creating notes, see "Notes" on page 93.

sort menu

and then tap

Menu →Options

→

Edit

→

Past e.

NOTE: To quickly create a task with only a subject, tap Menu → Options →

Show Tasks entry bar. Tap the Tap here to add a new task, and enter your task

information.

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Notes

Quickly capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, drawings, and phone numbers with Notes. You can create a written note or a recording. You can also include a recording in a note. If a note is open when you create the recording, it is included in the note as an icon. If a note is not open, the recording is saved as a stand-alone recording.

To create a note:

Ta p

Start

→

Programs

Create your note by writing, drawing, typing, or recording. For more information on using the input panel, writing and drawing on the screen, and creating recordings, see "Entering Information" on page 72.

→

Notes

→ New

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Messaging

Use Messaging to send and receive e-mail messages:

• Synchronize e-mail messages using Exchange or Outlook on your computer.

• Send and receive e-mail messages by connecting directly to an e-mail server through an ISP or a network.

NOTE: To create an e-mail account for your device, contact your internet

service provider. Dell does not provide this service.

Synchronizing E-Mail Messages

You can synchronize e-mail messages along with the rest of your data if you

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enable Messaging synchronization in ActiveSync. For information on enabling Messaging synchronization, see ActiveSync Help on your computer.

NOTE: You can also synchronize e-mail messages with your computer from a

remote location. For more information, see "Getting Connected" on page 101.

During synchronization:

• Messages are copied from the e-mail folders of Exchange or Outlook on your computer to the ActiveSync folder in Messaging on your device. By default, you receive:

– Messages from the past 3 days

– The first 100 lines of each message

– File attachments of less than 100 KB in size

• E-mail messages in the Exchange or Outlook on your computer, and then sent from those programs.

• E-mail messages in subfolders on your computer must be selected in ActiveSync to be transferred.

Outbox

folder on your device are transferred to

Connecting Directly to an E-Mail Server

In addition to synchronizing e-mail messages with your computer, you can send and receive e-mail messages by connecting to an e-mail server using a modem or network card connected to your device. You need to set up a remote connection to a network or an ISP, and a connection to your e-mail server. For more information, see "Getting Connected" on page 101.

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When you connect to the e-mail server:

Inbox

• New messages are downloaded to the device

• Messages in the device

• Messages that have been deleted on the e-mail server are removed from the device

Messages that you receive directly from an e-mail server are linked to your e-mail server rather than to your computer. When you delete a message on your device, it is also deleted from the e-mail server the next time you connect, depending on the settings you selected in ActiveSync.

When you are working online, you read and respond to messages while connected to the e-mail server. Messages are sent as soon as you tap which saves space on your device.

After you have downloaded new message headers or partial messages, you can disconnect from the e-mail server and then decide which messages to download completely. The next time you connect, Messaging downloads the messages you have marked for retrieval and sends the messages you have composed.

Inbox

folder.

Outbox

folder are sent.

folder.

Send

Using the Message List

Messages you receive are displayed in the message list. By default, the most recently received messages are displayed first in the list.

When you receive a message, tap to open it. Unread messages are displayed in bold.

The original messages remain on the e-mail server or your computer. You can mark the messages that you want to retrieve in full during your next synchronization or e-mail server connection. In the message list, tap and hold the message that you want to retrieve. On the pop-up menu, tap

Mark for Download

You specify your downloading preferences when you set up the service or select your synchronization options. You can change the settings at any time:

• Change options for Messaging synchronization using ActiveSync options. For more information, see ActiveSync Help on your computer.

• Change options for direct e-mail server connections in Messaging on your device. Tap service that you want to change. Tap and hold the service and select

Delete

. The icons in the Inbox message list indicate message status.

→

Options

to remove a service.

. On the

Account

tab, tap the

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Composing Messages

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To compose and send a message:

In the message list, tap

Ta p

New.

Enter the e-mail address of one or more recipients, separating them with a semicolon. To access addresses and phone numbers from Contacts, tap

Enter your message. To quickly add common messages, tap

Menu→My Text

To check the spelling, tap

Ta p

Send.

If you are working offline, the message is moved to the and sent the next time you connect to the network.

To.

and tap a desired message.

→

Switch Accounts

→

Spell Check.

and select the account.

Outbox

folder

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Managing E-Mail Messages and Folders

By default, messages are displayed in one of the five folders for each service you have created: The

Deleted Items

device. The behavior of the on the options you have selected. To change the options, tap in the message list and tap

To create, rename, or delete a folder, tap To move a message to another folder, tap and hold the message in the message list and tap

Folder Behavior With a Direct Connection to an E-Mail Server

The behavior of the folders you create depends on whether you use ActiveSync, POP3, or IMAP4.

•

If you use ActiveSync

are automatically synchronized with your device. You can synchronize additional folders by designating them for ActiveSync. The folders you create and the messages you move are then mirrored on the server. For example, if you move messages from the named the server creates a copy of the into that folder. You can then read the messages while away from your computer.

•

If you use POP3

the link is broken between the messages on the device and their copies on the e-mail server. The next time you connect, the e-mail server detects that the messages are missing from the device Inbox and deletes them from the server. This prevents you from having duplicate copies of a message. However, you can access these folder contents from the device only.

If you use IMAP4

• move are mirrored on the server. Therefore, messages are available to you any time you connect to your e-mail server, whether it is from your device or computer. This synchronization of folders occurs whenever you connect to the server, create new folders, rename, or delete folders when connected.

Inbox, Deleted Items, Drafts, Outbox

, or

Sent Items

folder contains messages that have been deleted on the

Deleted Items

and

Sent Items

folders depends

Menu → Tools

Options

Move to

, e-mail messages in the

Family

, and you have designated

. On the

Message

Menu → Tools

on the pop-up menu.

Inbox

Family

folder and copies the messages

tab, select your options.

→

Manage Folders

Inbox

folder in Outlook

folder to a folder

for synchronization,

and you move e-mail messages to a folder you created,

, the folders you create and the e-mail messages you

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Notifications

You can set your device to remind you when you have something to do. For example, if you have set up an appointment in Calendar, a task with a due date in Tasks, or an alarm in Clock, you are notified in one of the following ways:

• A message box appears on the screen

• A sound, which you can specify, plays

• A light flashes on your device

To configure the reminders and sounds for your device:

Ta p

Start

→

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On the

Sounds

•

Notifications

Settings

Personal

tab — Adjust the volume and enable sounds

tab, tap

tab — Set notifications for specific events

Sounds & Notifications

Beaming an Item

In the Calendar, Contacts, Notes, Tasks, Excel Mobile, Word Mobile, PowerPoint Mobile, and Pictures programs, you can beam files and information to other devices using Bluetooth or infrared.

From the program, select the item you want to beam, such as an appointment in Calendar, a task in Tasks, a contact card in Contacts, or a file in File Manager.

Ta p

→

Beam

[type of item].

Do one of the following:

• If using Bluetooth, tap the device to which you want to send the item.

• If using infrared, align the infrared (IR) ports at close range until the target device name appears, and then tap the device to which you want to send the item.

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Using File Explorer

File Explorer lets you browse the folders contents on your device. The root folder is called My Device. My Device is similar to My Computer on the computer and contains My Documents, Program Files, Temp, Storage Card, and Windows folders among others.

To find an item:

Ta p

Programs → File Explorer.

My Documents

The

Tap the folder list (labeled folder you want to explore.

To open an item, tap it.

To quickly delete, rename, or copy an item, tap and hold the item.

To select multiple items, tap and drag. Then, tap and hold the selected items, and tap a command.

folder and its subfolders appear.

My Documents

by default) and tap the

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Dell HC03U, HC03UL, HD04U User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

CAUTION: Safety Instructions

SAFETY: General

SAFETY: Power

SAFETY: Battery

SAFETY: Air Travel

SAFETY: Electromagnetic Compatibility Instructions

When Using Your Device

SAFETY: Ergonomic Computing Habits

SAFETY: Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

SAFETY: Battery Disposal

Before You Begin

Related Information

Contacting Dell

Getting Started

Unpacking Your Device

Front, Side, and Back Views

Front and Side Views

Back View

Using the Battery

Installing and Removing the Battery

Charging the Battery

Checking Battery Power

Using Your Axim

Changing the Display Mode on Your Device

Operating the Axim

Using the Power Button

Using the Stylus

Connecting to a Computer

Using the Cradle

USB Charging

Using the Sync Cable

Connecting to a Projector

Using Cards

CompactFlash Cards

Secure Digital Memory Cards

Resetting the Axim

Soft Reset

Hard Reset

Using Microsoft® Windows Mobile™ Version 5.0 software for Pocket PC Premium Edition

Status Icons

Programs

Program Buttons

Switcher Bar

Navigation Bar and Command Bar

Pop-Up Menus

Searching for Information

Backing Up Data

Entering Information

Entering Text Using the Input Panel

Typing With the Soft Keyboard

Letter Recognizer

Block Recognizer

Transcriber

Writing on the Screen

Editing Written Text

Drawing on the Screen

Creating a Drawing

Editing a Drawing

Recording a Message

Using My Text

Adjusting Settings

Personal Tab

System Tab

Connections Tab

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About Microsoft®ActiveSync® Program

Installing and Using ActiveSync

About Microsoft® Pocket Outlook

Categories

Creating a Category

Calendar

Using the Summary Screen

Creating Meeting Requests

Contacts

Finding a Contact

Using the Summary Screen