Ecom i.roc x20 Series Manual
User’s Guide
Ecom i.roc® x20 Series Pocket PC
ecom i.roc® xyz
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Juni 2009
Note:
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Series Pocket PC.
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User’s Guide Ecom i.roc® x20 Series Pocket PC First Edition (Juni 2009)
Contents
1 Contents
2 Getting to Know Your i.roc x20 Pocket PC .................................. 8
2.1 Using the Stylus ....................................................................... 8
2.2 Aligning the Screen .................................................................. 9
2.3 Entering Owner Information ................................................. 12
2.4 Resetting the Device .............................................................. 13
2.5 Routine Care .......................................................................... 16
3 Synchronizing with Your Computer .......................................... 18
3.1 Using Microsoft ActiveSync ................................................... 18
3.2 Synchronizing Your Pocket PC with Your Computer ............. 20
3.3 Copying Files .......................................................................... 22
3.4 Installing Programs ................................................................ 23
3.5 Backing up and Restoring Files .............................................. 23
3.6 Sending and Receiving E-mail ................................................ 24
3.7 Requesting Meetings ............................................................. 24
4 Managing the Battery ............................................................... 25
4.1 Charging with the AC Adapter ............................................... 26
4.2 Charging with the ecom Desktop Cradle and AC Adapter ..... 27
4.3 Charging with the ecom Desktop Cradle and USB Cable ....... 28
4.4 Manually Checking the Battery Charge Level ........................ 29
4.5 Power Saving Tips .................................................................. 30
5 Learning the Basics ................................................................... 33
5.1 Using the Today Screen ......................................................... 33
5.2 Status Icons ............................................................................ 35
5.3 Pop-Up Menus ....................................................................... 36
5.4 Changing the Screen Orientation .......................................... 39
5.5 Opening and Closing Applications ......................................... 40
5.6 Installing Applications ............................................................ 41
5.7 Deleting Applications ............................................................. 42
5.8 Backing Up Information ......................................................... 42
5.9 Using the i.roc x20 FIle Store Folder ...................................... 43
6 Learning Input Methods ........................................................... 45
6.1 Using Input Software ............................................................. 45
6.2 Writing with the Stylus and Microsoft Transcriber ............... 50
7 Applications .............................................................................. 53
7.1 Software Available on the ecom i.roc x20 Pocket PC ............ 53
7.2 Installing Applications ............................................................ 61
7.3 Removing Applications .......................................................... 61
7.4 Using TodayPanel Lite............................................................ 62
7.5 Using ecom Image Zone ........................................................ 64
7.6 Backing Up and Restoring ...................................................... 70
7.7 Using iTask ............................................................................. 71
8 Using Security Features ............................................................ 73
8.1 Using ecom ProtectTools ....................................................... 73
9 Using Wi-Fi (not available on all models) ................................. 79
9.1 Getting Acquainted with Wi-Fi .............................................. 79
9.2 Managing Wireless Network Settings ................................... 83
9.3 Monitoring Signal Strength and Status .................................. 84
9.4 Advanced Network Settings .................................................. 85
9.5 Wi-Fi Terms ............................................................................ 85
9.6 Wi-Fi Security Protocol Utilities ............................................. 93
10 Using Bluetooth ........................................................................ 95
10.1 Getting Acquainted with Bluetooth ...................................... 96
10.2 Powering Bluetooth On or Off ............................................... 98
10.3 Working with Bluetooth Settings .......................................... 99
10.4 Working with Bluetooth Manager ....................................... 107
10.5 Connecting to Other Devices ............................................... 109
10.6 Working with Files ............................................................... 114
10.7 Opening a Connection ......................................................... 117
11 Connecting to the Internet ..................................................... 120
11.1 Connecting to a Private Network ........................................ 121
11.2 Entering an Internet Address .............................................. 121
11.3 Using a Favorites List ........................................................... 122
12 RFx1x Software Package ......................................................... 122
12.1 Installation ........................................................................... 122
12.2 General ................................................................................ 123
12.3 Hardware ............................................................................. 124
12.4 Software .............................................................................. 131
13 Troubleshooting ...................................................................... 131
13.1 Common Problems .............................................................. 131
13.2 ActiveSync ............................................................................ 134
13.3 Wi-Fi ..................................................................................... 137
13.4 Bluetooth ............................................................................. 139
14 Regulatory Notices .................................................................. 141
14.1 Federal Communications Commission Notice ..................... 141
14.2 Canadian Notice .................................................................. 143
14.3 Japanese Notice ................................................................... 143
14.4 Korean Notice ...................................................................... 143
14.5 European Union Regulatory Notice ..................................... 143
14.6 Battery Warning .................................................................. 146
14.7 Equipment Warning ............................................................. 147
14.8 Airline Travel Notice ............................................................ 147
14.9 Wireless Notices .................................................................. 147
15 Specifications .......................................................................... 150
15.1 System Specifications .......................................................... 150
15.2 Physical Specifications ......................................................... 153
15.3 Operating Environment ....................................................... 153
2
Getting to Know Your i.roc x20
Pocket PC
Congratulations on purchasing your Ecom i.roc® x20 Series Pocket PC.
Use this guide to help you set up your Pocket PC and to learn how it
works.
i.roc x20 Pocket PC to switch between the current application and the
last application you were running.
2.1 Using the Stylus
Your i.roc x20 Pocket PC comes with a stylus that you should use to tap
or write on your screen.
You can perform three basic actions using the stylus:
Tap—Lightly touch the screen to select or open an item. Lift the stylus
after you tap an item. Tapping is equivalent to clicking an item with the
mouse on your computer.
Drag—Place the point of the stylus on the screen and drag an item
across the screen without lifting the stylus until you have completed
the selection. Dragging is equivalent to dragging with the left mouse
button pressed on your computer.
Tap and hold—Hold the stylus pointer on an item for a short time until
a menu displays. Tapping and holding is equivalent to right-clicking
your computer mouse button. When you tap and hold, a circle of red
dots appears around the stylus to indicate that the menu will soon pop
up.
CAUTION: To prevent damage to your i.roc x20 Pocket PC screen, never use any
device other than the stylus that comes with the Pocket PC or an approved
replacement to tap or write on the screen. If you lose or break your stylus, you can
order extras at
www.ecom.com/go/i.roc x20accessories.
2.2 Aligning the Screen
When the i.roc x20 Pocket PC is turned on for the first time, you are
guided through a screen alignment process. You must realign your
screen if:
- The Pocket PC does not respond accurately to your taps.
- You perform a full reset of your Pocket PC.
To realign the i.roc x20 Pocket PC screen:
1
From the Start menu, tap Settings > System tab > Screen icon.
2
Tap the Align Screen button.
Shortcut: To access the Align Screen application without
tapping on the screen, press and hold the 5-Way Navigation
button, then press the Calendar button.
3
Tap the cross-hair object at each location. Be precise when
tapping the cross-hair object.
4
Tap OK.
Adjusting Text Size
How much information you see on the screen depends on the text size.
To adjust the text size:
1.
Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Screen > Text Size tab.
2.
Drag the slider to the desired text size; then tap OK.
Changing the Screen from Portrait to
Landscape Mode
To select Portrait or Landscape screen orientation:
1
Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Screen.
2 Tap Portrait, Landscape (right-handed), or Landscape
(left-handed).
3
Tap OK.
Shortcut: Press and hold the Calendar button for two seconds to
toggle between portrait and landscape modes.
Note:
The Wi-Fi antenna for the ecom i.roc x20 is located in the top of
the device. If you cover up the top of the ecom i.roc x20 after you have
turned on Wi-Fi, signal strength may be affected.
Setting the Date and Time
When you turn on your i.roc x20 Pocket PC for the first time, you are
requested to select your time zone. After setting the time zone, you
still need to set the time and date on your device. All three settings are
located in the Clock Settings screen and can be set at the same time.
Note:
By default, the time on the i.roc x20 Pocket PC is synchronized
with your computer each time the two devices connect using
ActiveSync.
Setting the Time for Home and Locations You Are Visiting
From the Start menu, tap Settings > System tab > Clock & Alarms
icon.
Shortcut: From the Today screen, tap the Clock icon to set the time.
1
Tap either Home or Visiting.
2
Tap the time-zone down arrow, and select the appropriate
timezone
3
Tap the hour, minutes, or seconds, and use the up and down
arrows to adjust the time.
Shortcut: You can also adjust the time by moving the hands of
the clock with the stylus.
4
Tap AM or PM.
5
Tap OK.
6
Tap Yes to save the clock settings.
Setting the Date
1. From the Start menu, tap Settings > System tab > Clock &
Alarms icon.
Shortcut: From the Today screen, tap the Clock icon to set
the date.
2
Tap the down arrow by the date.
3
Tap the left or right arrow to select a month and year.
4
Tap a day.
5
Tap OK.
6 Tap Yes to save the date settings.
You need to reset your time zone, time, and date if:
- The location time (Home or Visiting) needs to be changed.
- All power to the i.roc x20 Pocket PC is lost, which removes all saved
settings.
- You perform a full reset of your i.roc x20 Pocket PC.
Shortcut: From the Today screen, tap the Clock icon to set the time
zone, time, and date.
2.3 Entering Owner Information
You can personalize your i.roc x20 Pocket PC by entering owner
information. To enter owner information:
1. From the Today screen, tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Owner
Information.
Shortcut: From the Today screen, tap Tap here to set owner
information.
2. Tap in the Name field. A keyboard appears at the bottom of the
screen. Tap on the characters to enter your name.
Note:
If you prefer, you can use Letter Recognizer, Microsoft
Transcriber, or Block Recognizer to input information. Refer to
Chapter
5, “Learning Input Methods,” for more information.
3. Tap the Tab key on the keyboard to move the cursor to the next
field.
4. Continue entering whatever information you want to include.
5. To display owner information at startup, tap the Options tab and
select the Identification information checkbox.
6. Tap on the Notes tab to enter any notes.
7.Tap OK to save the information and return to the Today screen.
2.4 Resetting the Device
Sometimes there is a need to reset your Pocket PC. Resetting the
device is known as performing a “soft” or “hard” reset.
Performing a Soft Reset
(Windows Mobile 2003 SE and Windows Mobile 5)
A soft reset stops all running applications, but does not erase any
programs or saved data. Be sure to save any unsaved data within a
running application before performing a soft reset.
- to perform a soft-reset press both reset buttons on the Keypad
- the Pocket PC restarts and displays the today screen
Performing a Hard Reset
(Windows Mobile 2003 SE)
Perform a hard reset only when you want to clear all user-installed
settings, applications, and data from RAM (Random Access Memory),
where data and applications you have loaded are stored. also after the
battery is completely discharged, the device will operate in the same
way after Hard-Reset. All i.roc x20 are equipped with a so called
Autoinstallation tool, you can reload predefined programs and settings
automatically.
CAUTION: If you perform a hard reset, your Pocket PC loses all data and
programs not saved in i.roc x20 File Store.
Performing a hard reset (Windows Mobile 5)
A Hard Reset stops all running applications, but does not erase any
programs or saved data. Additional to a soft reset all hardsware
registers will be erased.
To perform a Hard Reset press and hold down the F1 and F4
buttons
While holding down these buttons, press the reset buttons for
about two seconds
When the Pocket PC screen begins to fade, release the F1 and
F4 buttons first and then release the reset buttons.
Note: If you simultaneously push and hold the Reset, F1 and F4 buttons
for more than two seconds, the battery disconnects. To restart the
device, either plug the device inti the AC Adapter or press the reset
buttons again.
The Pocket PC resets and powers on.
Performing a Clean-Reset (Windows Mobile 5)
A Clean-Reset cleans all user installed settings, applications and data
from the device.
To perform a Clean-Reset press and hold F1, F3 and the power
buttons
While holding down these buttons, press the reset buttons for
about two seconds
When the Pocket PC restarts release first the F1, F3 and the
power buttons and then release the reset buttons
The Pocket PC resets and powers on
2.5 Routine Care
CAUTION: The screen of your i.roc x20 Pocket PC is made of glass and can be
damaged or broken by drops, impacts, or pressure.
Note:
ecom is not responsible for damage that occurs as a result of your
failure to follow the instructions that came with the ecom branded
product. Refer to the warranty document inlcuded with your i.roc x20
Pocket PC for more information.
You should observe the following practices to protect the screen of
your i.roc x20 Pocket PC from damage:
Do not sit on your i.roc x20 Pocket PC.
When transporting your i.roc x20 Pocket PC in a purse, pocket,
briefcase, etc., ensure the device does not get compressed, bent,
dropped, or hit.
When not in use, close the flip cover on your i.roc x20 Pocket PC
and store it in a case. You can select from a wide variety of case
options at www.ecom.com/go/i.roc x20accessories or
www.casesonline.com.
Do not place anything on top of your Pocket PC.
Do not bang your i.roc x20 Pocket PC against hard objects.
Never use any device other than the stylus that comes with the
Pocket PC or an approved replacement to tap or write on the
screen. If you lose or break your stylus, you can order extras at
www.ecom.com/go/i.roc x20accessories .
Clean your Pocket PC by wiping the screen and the exterior with
a soft, damp cloth lightly moistened only with water.
CAUTION: To reduce the risk of damage to the internal components, do not
spray liquid directly on the screen, or allow excess liquid to drip inside your Pocket PC.
Using soap or other cleaning products on the screen might discolor the finish and
damage it.
3 Synchronizing with Your Computer
3.1 Using Microsoft ActiveSync
Your device can be connected to a computer so you can transfer files
back and forth. In this way, you only have to input data once. Microsoft
ActiveSync is a synchronization program you install on your desktop or
laptop computer to:
Copy files (data, audio, or video) between your device and up
to
two host computers so you always have the latest information
in all locations.
Install programs on your device
Back up and restore device information
Synchronize links
Send and receive e-mail
Request meetings
Installing ActiveSync
CAUTION: For synchronization to work properly, install Microsoft ActiveSync on
your computer (Steps 1 and 2 below) before you connect your i.roc x20 Pocket PC to
your computer (Step 3).
To install Microsoft ActiveSync on your host computer:
1.
Insert the Companion CD into the CD tray or slot on your
computer.
2. After the introductory screen displays, click Setup Wizard. The
Setup Wizard detects the programs on your computer, and guides you
step by step so you can install ActiveSync on your computer as well as
other programs on your Pocket PC.
3 Follow the screen recommendations and when prompted,
connect your Pocket PC to your personal computer:
a. Plug the AC Adapter into an electrical outlet 1 and
connect the other end of the AC Adapter to the AC connector on the
ecom Desktop Cradle 2.
b. Slide the bottom of your Pocket PC into the ecom i.roc
x20 Cradle 3 and push firmly to seat it.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging your Pocket PC or the cradle, check to be sure the
Pocket PC and cradle connectors are properly aligned before pushing the Pocket PC
into the ecom Desktop Cradle.
c. Connect the USB Cable to the USB port on your computer 4.
3.2 Synchronizing Your Pocket PC with Your
Computer
With ActiveSync installed on your computer, you can:
Use it any time to create an additional partnership so you can
synchronize information with up to two computers.
Add or delete the type of data (Contacts, Calendar, Messaging,
Tasks, Favorites, Files, Notes, and AvantGo) you want synchronized
with your Pocket PC.
Note:
When you synchronize files, you can drag and drop the selected
files from your computer to the synchronized folder on your i.roc x20
Pocket PC. If you named your device “PC1” when you created your
partnership, then the synchronized folder is named “PC1.” When you
synchronize, the files are automatically moved to and from your i.roc
x20 Pocket PC.
Changing Synchronization Settings
You can modify your synchronization settings for Microsoft
ActiveSync to:
Change when your i.roc x20 Pocket PC synchronizes with your
host computer.
Change the type of connection (serial, USB, or infrared) from
your i.roc x20 Pocket PC to your computer.
Select the files and information to synchronize.
Select the files and information you do not want to synchronize
(for example, e-mail attachments).
Determine how conflicts between information on your i.roc x20
Pocket PC and information on your computer are to be handled.
To change synchronization settings:
1.
From the Start menu on your computer, click Programs >
Microsoft ActiveSync > Tools > Options.
a. On the Sync Options tab, select the files and information to
synchronize with your computer.
b. On the Schedule tab, select when your i.roc x20 Pocket PC
synchronizes with your computer.
c. On the Rules tab, determine how conflicts between
information on your i.roc x20 Pocket PC and information on your
computer are to be handled.
2.
Tap OK when you are finished.
3.
From the File menu, click Connection Settings. Select the type
of connection to be allowed between the i.roc x20 Pocket PC
and the computer.
Using the Infrared Connection
As an alternative to using the desktop cradle, you can synchronize your
Pocket PC and your computer using the infrared connection if you have
an infrared port or an infrared USB adapter installed on your computer.
The infrared connection option works only on computers that have
Microsoft Windows 98SE, Me, 2000, or XP operating systems installed.
To set up an infrared connection to a computer:
1.
Synchronize your Pocket PC with your computer using the
desktop cradle before the first time you establish an ActiveSync
connection via infrared.
2.
Follow your computer manufacturer’s instructions to install
and set up an infrared port.
3.
Remove the Pocket PC from the cradle and line up the infrared
port with the computer infrared port so they are unobstructed and
within 12 inches (30.5 cm) of each other.
4.
Initiate a connection by tapping Start > Programs > ActiveSync
> Tools > Connect via IR. Synchronization begins on your device.
5.
To disconnect, move the devices away from each other or tap X
in the upper right of the screen to turn off.
3.3 Copying Files
You can copy files to and from your host computer using Explore
in ActiveSync and Windows Explorer.
To copy files:
1.
Insert your i.roc x20 Pocket PC into the sync cable.
2. From the Start menu on your computer, click Programs >
Microsoft ActiveSync.
3.
Click Explore.
4.
Double-click the My Pocket PC.
5.
On your computer, right-click the Start menu, and select
Explore.
6.
Locate the file to be moved.
Note:
You cannot copy preinstalled files or system files.
7.
Drag and drop your files between your i.roc x20 Pocket PC and
your computer. ActiveSync converts the files so that they can be used
by the Pocket Office programs, if necessary.
Note:
Move your files directly into My Documents on your i.roc x20
Pocket PC (or into a folder inside My Documents), so the programs on
your i.roc x20 Pocket PC can locate them.
3.4 Installing Programs
To install programs on your i.roc x20 Pocket PC from your computer
using ActiveSync:
1.
Connect your i.roc x20 Pocket PC to your computer using the
sync cable.
2.
Follow the instructions on the screen.
3.
Check the screen of your i.roc x20 Pocket PC to see if any
further steps are necessary to complete the installation.
3.5 Backing up and Restoring Files
To help reduce the chance of losing information, you should back up
information to your computer regularly. For more information on
backing up and restoring information using Microsoft ActiveSync, refer
to “Using ActiveSync to Backup/Restore” in Chapter 6.
You can synchronize links to Web sites from the Favorites list on your
computer to view them offline with Pocket Internet Explorer.
1.
From the Start menu on your computer, click Programs and
double-click the Internet Explorer.
2.
Click Favorites to see the list of links to your favorite Web sites.
3.
To save a Web site link to Mobile Favorites, open the Web site
and click Create Mobile Favorite.
If you select “Favorites” as an information type to be
synchronized, ActiveSync copies your mobile favorite to your
Pocket PC the next time you synchronize.
4. Follow the instructions in Synchronize information to manually
synchronize your favorite links.
3.6 Sending and Receiving E-mail
You can send and receive e-mail messages by synchronizing your i.roc
x20 Pocket PC with your computer using ActiveSync. If you are using
ActiveSync to send and receive e-mail messages, the name of the
folder you are using is displayed at the bottom of the screen. For more
information on sending and receiving e-mail using ActiveSync, from the
Start menu, tap Help > Messaging.
3.7 Requesting Meetings
You can schedule a meeting and send a meeting request through
ActiveSync. For more information, from the Start menu, tap Help >
Calendar.
3
4
Managing the Battery
Your i.roc x20 Pocket PC is shipped with a rechargeable battery that is
partially charged. It is recommended that you fully charge the Pocket
PC battery before setting up the device, and recharge regularly. Your
Pocket PC uses some power to maintain files in RAM and the clock.
While working at your desk, keep the Pocket PC and AC Adapter
connected through the ecom Desktop Cradle. When you travel, it is
recommended that you carry the AC Adapter, Charger Adapter plug, or
an optional spare battery with you.
CAUTION: Use only an ecom approved battery for your i.roc x20 Pocket PC.
Inserting a battery that does not comply with ecom requirements might cause the
Pocket PC to malfunction and will void the ecom i.roc x20 limited warranty.
The i.roc x20 Pocket PC also has a small internal backup battery that
allows you to change the main battery without losing RAM data (userinstalled programs and data) as long as it is replaced within 15 minutes.
The internal battery can only be removed by qualified ecom Technical
Support.
4.1 Charging with the AC Adapter
The standard AC Adapter works in a standard electrical outlet. You can
also charge your Pocket PC in your automobile with an optional
Automobile Adapter that works in your vehicle’s electrical cigarette
lighter or a 12-volt power outlet.
To purchase an optional Automobile Adapter, refer to the ecom Web
site at:
www.ecom.com/go/i.roc x20accessories
.
CAUTION: Use only ecom recommended AC adapters.
To charge your Pocket PC using the AC Adapter:
1.
Insert the AC Adapter plug into the AC Charger adapter 1.
2.
Plug the AC Adapter into an electrical outlet 2.
3.
Insert the AC Charger adapter into the bottom of the Pocket PC
CAUTION: To avoid damaging your Pocket PC or the AC Adapter, check to be
sure all connectors are properly aligned before connecting them.
4. When the Power button indicator on the front of the Pocket PC turns
solid amber, the device is fully charged and you can disconnect the AC
Adapter. The approximate time to fully charge a drained battery is four
hours.
Note:
A standard battery can be charged in about four hours; an
optional extended battery takes longer.
4.2 Charging with the ecom Desktop Cradle and
AC Adapter
Use the ecom Desktop Cradle to charge your Pocket PC.
Note:
It is not necessary to synchronize your Pocket PC before charging
it.
To charge your Pocket PC using the ecom Desktop Cradle:
1
Plug the AC Adapter into an electrical outlet 1 and connect the
other end of the AC Adapter to the AC connector on the ecom Desktop
Cradle
Slide the bottom of your Pocket PC into the ecom i.roc x20
cradle and push firmly to seat it.
CAUTION: To avoid damaging your Pocket PC or the cradle, check tobe sure the
Pocket PC and cradle connectors are properly aligned before pushing the Pocket PC
into the ecom Desktop Cradle.
Note:
The amber charge light on the front of the Pocket PC blinks while
the battery is recharging and turns solid amber (nonblinking) when the
battery is fully charged.
4.3 Charging with the ecom Desktop Cradle and
USB Cable
An alternative method of charging the Pocket PC is to charge the device
by using a USB cable. However, because this charging method drains
the host battery (i.e., laptop), you must enable USB charging on the
Pocket PC before you can charge the device.
To charge your Pocket PC using the ecom Desktop Cradle and USB
Cable:
1.
Turn on USB charging by tapping Start > Settings > System
tab > Power on the Pocket PC.
2.
Select the USB Charging tab, and then check Use USB
Charging.
3. Tap OK once USB Charging has been enabled.
4. Connect one end of the USB sync cable to the bottom of the
Pocket PC.
5.
Connect the USB cable to an available USB Port on your USB
powered device, such as a laptop.
Note:
The Pocket PC charges slower when using an USB cable than with
an AC Adapter.
4.4 Manually Checking the Battery Charge
Level
To manually monitor the battery power:
1.
Tap Start > Settings > System tab.
2. Tap Power > Battery tab.
If the battery charge level is low, connect to AC power using the
ecom Desktop Cradle and the AC Adapter, or change the battery. For
information on purchasing an optional standard or extended battery,
visit the ecom Web site at
To use a shortcut to view your battery charge level, tap the Battery
icon located in the TodayPanel Lite on the Today screen plug in.
Battery Saving Tip: Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Power >
Advanced tab, then tap the Turn off device if not used for checkbox
and set it to turn your i.roc x20 Pocket PC off after a short time of not
being used.
CAUTION: It is recommended that you do not allow the battery installed in your i.roc
x20 Pocket PC to discharge completely. Doing so does not harm your Pocket PC or
battery; however, you will lose all data not stored in File Store (ROM). Discharging the
battery completely is similar to performing a hard reset. Refer to
“Performing a Hard
Reset” in Chapter 1 for more information.
4.5 Power Saving Tips
Here are some power saving tips to help save energy in your
Pocket PC battery.
Set the backlight to go off quickly (10 or 30 seconds) after you stop
using your Pocket PC, or implement Power Save mode to turn off
the backlight completely. For more information, refer to “Changing
the Backlight Settings” later in this chapter.
Note:
Adjusting the Backlight Brightness Level slider to the lowest level
that is still useable for the given lighting conditions can be the single
most important thing you can do to preserve battery life.
Leave your Pocket PC connected to AC power at all times when you’re
not using it. For more information, refer to “Charging with the AC
Adapter” earlier in this chapter.
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