Getac Technology PS535E Users manual
User’s Manual
Revision: R00
(1/2008)
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The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.
Table of Contents
Preface ..................................................................................................v
1 Getting Started...............................................................................1
1.1 Identifying Hardware Components......................................................1
Front Components...............................................................................1
Back Components ...............................................................................3
Left-Side Components.........................................................................4
Top Components.................................................................................5
Bottom Components............................................................................5
1.2 Getting Your Device Ready for Use ....................................................6
Performing Initial Startup.....................................................................6
Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery............................7
1.3 Turning Your Pocket PC On and Off...................................................8
Turning Off to Suspend........................................................................8
Turning On to Resume ........................................................................8
1.4 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync............................................................8
1.5 Expanding Your Pocket PC...............................................................10
Using a SD/MMC Card......................................................................10
Accessories .......................................................................................10
2 Basic Skills...................................................................................11
2.1 Using the Stylus.................................................................................11
2.2 Using the Navigation Stick.................................................................12
2.3 Today Screen ....................................................................................12
2.4 Landscape View ................................................................................13
2.5 Navigation Bar and Toolbar...............................................................13
2.6 Running Programs.............................................................................14
2.7 Shortcut Menus..................................................................................14
2.8 Notifications .......................................................................................15
2.9 Entering Information ..........................................................................15
Entering Text Using the Input Panel..................................................15
Writing on the Screen........................................................................17
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Drawing on the Screen......................................................................20
Recording a Message........................................................................22
Using My Text....................................................................................23
2.10 Locking Your Pocket PC....................................................................24
3 Managing Your Pocket PC..........................................................26
3.1 Managing Power................................................................................26
Low Battery Signals and Actions.......................................................26
Power-Saving Tips.............................................................................27
3.2 Customizing Your Pocket PC ............................................................27
3.3 Searching and Organizing Information..............................................30
3.4 Adding or Removing Programs .........................................................30
Adding Programs...............................................................................31
Removing Programs..........................................................................32
3.5 Clean Boot.........................................................................................32
4 Microsoft Pocket Outlook ...........................................................34
4.1 Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings ..........................34
Creating an Appointment...................................................................35
Using the Calendar Summary Screen...............................................36
4.2 Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues .....................................37
Creating a Contact.............................................................................38
Using the Contacts Summary Screen ...............................................39
4.3 Tasks: Keeping a To Do List .............................................................40
Creating a Task .................................................................................41
Using the Tasks Summary Screen....................................................42
4.4 Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas...............................................43
Creating a Note..................................................................................44
4.5 Messaging: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages .....................45
Synchronizing E-mail Messages .......................................................45
Connecting Directly to an E-mail Server............................................46
Using the Message List.....................................................................47
Composing and Sending Messages..................................................48
Managing Email Messages and Folders...........................................50
5 More Programs ............................................................................51
5.1 Microsoft ActiveSync .........................................................................51
Synchronizing Data............................................................................52
5.2 Word Mobile.......................................................................................53
Creating a Document.........................................................................54
Opening a Document.........................................................................54
5.3 Excel Mobile ......................................................................................55
Creating a Workbook.........................................................................55
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Opening a Workbook.........................................................................56
5.4 PowerPoint Mobile.............................................................................57
5.5 Pocket MSN.......................................................................................58
5.6 Windows Media Player for Pocket PC...............................................59
5.7 Pictures & Videos ..............................................................................60
5.8 TacLink ..............................................................................................60
5.9 Backlight ............................................................................................62
5.10 Power Setting ....................................................................................62
5.11 Additional Programs ..........................................................................64
SysInfo...............................................................................................65
Calculator...........................................................................................65
6 Getting Connected.......................................................................67
6.1 Wireless Network Connection ...........................................................67
Turning On and Off the Wi-Fi Radio..................................................67
Connecting to a Wireless Network ....................................................68
Starting and Ending the Wireless Network Connection.....................68
6.2 Bluetooth Feature..............................................................................69
Turning On and Off the Bluetooth Radio...........................................69
Transferring Files via Bluetooth Technology.....................................70
Bluetooth Partnership........................................................................71
6.3 Modem Connection............................................................................73
Creating a Modem Connection..........................................................73
Starting and Ending a Modem Connection........................................73
6.4 Using Internet Explorer Mobile ..........................................................74
Browsing the Internet.........................................................................74
Managing Favorites...........................................................................75
7 Troubleshooting and Maintenance ............................................77
7.1 Resetting Your Pocket PC.................................................................77
7.2 Restoring Last State..........................................................................78
7.3 Power Problems ................................................................................79
7.4 Memory Problems..............................................................................79
7.5 Screen Problems ...............................................................................81
7.6 Connection Problems ........................................................................82
ActiveSync Connection Problems .....................................................82
Modem Connection Problems...........................................................83
Network Connection Problems..........................................................83
7.7 Taking Care of Your Pocket PC ........................................................85
General Guidelines............................................................................85
Travel Guidelines...............................................................................86
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A Regulatory Information ...............................................................87
A.1 Regulations Statements.....................................................................87
European Notice................................................................................87
A.2 Safety Precautions.............................................................................88
About Charging..................................................................................88
About the AC Adapter........................................................................88
About the Battery...............................................................................89
About the Radio Frequency Exposure...............................................89
Index....................................................................................................90
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Preface
Welcome
Congratulations on purchasing this Rugged Windows® Mobile™ for Pocket PC
with built-in GPS and Bluetooth
of the device, you can use it in harsh outdoor environments – places you could
not take a consumer-grade Pocket PC.
®
wireless functions. Due to the rugged design
About this Manual
This manual contains comprehensive information of your Pocket PC to help you
operate the device.
Throughout the manual, the following conventions are used to distinguish
elements of text.
NOTE: provides additional hints or information that requires special attention.
CAUTION: identifies important information which, if not followed, may result in loss of data
or damage to your device.
Any name of menu, command, icon or button that you can see on the screen is
shown in a bold typeset. For example:
On the
Start menu, tap Settings.
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Where to Find Information
For information on See this source
GPS navigation operation The manual supplied with the GPS software
Programs on your Pocket PC
Connecting to and synchronizing
with a desktop computer
The latest on Windows Powered
Pocket PCs
This User’s Manual or online Help on your
Pocket PC
Chapter 6 of this manual or ActiveSync
Help on your desktop computer
The Microsoft Mobile Devices Web site:
http://www.pocketpc.com
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1 Getting Started
This chapter introduces you to the external components of your rugged Pocket
PC an
d guides you through the process of setting up your Pocket PC for use.
NOTE: Depending on the model you purchased, the cabinet color and the look of t
accessories may be different from the ones shown in this manual.
1.1 Identifying Hardware Components
Front Components
he
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Ref Component Description
RF Indicator
Multi-Functional
Indicator
Touch Screen
Power Button
Navigation Stick
Glows in blue to indicate that RF is on or active.
Flashes in blue when searching for Wi-Fi Access Point.
Glows in green to indicate that battery is fully charged.
Glows in amber to indicate that battery charging is in
progress.
Glows in red to indicate that battery power is low.
Flashes in red (when AC adapter is not plugged) /amber/
green alternately (when AC adapter is plugged) when a
notification comes up.
Displays the output of your Pocket PC. Tap the screen with
the stylus to select menu commands or enter information.
Turns your Pocket PC on or off by pressing briefly.
Moves up, down, left or right by pushing the button toward
the corresponding direction.
Selects by pressing.
Microphone
Program Buttons
Receives sound and voice to record voice.
Each of the three buttons provides a quick way to use a
program or function. The buttons are customizable. The
icons on the buttons indicate the default functions:
Contacts
Start Menu
GPS Application
NOTE: The buttons can provide different functions if you are using
a navigation software that allows you to define the buttons.
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Back Components
Ref Component Description
Stylus
Car Antenna
Connector
Tap on the touch screen to make selections and enter
information. Pull the stylus out of its slot to use and store it
in the slot when not in use.
This connector (under rubber dust cover) allows use of an
optional external antenna with magnetic mount, which may
be positioned on top of the car for better signal reception in
areas with poor reception.
Sends out music, sounds, and voice.
Speaker
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Left-Side Components
Ref Component Description
SD/MMC Slot
Headphone
Connector
Accepts an optional SD (Secure Digital) or MMC
(MultiMediaCard) card for removable storage.
NOTE: Be sure the rubber cover is tightly closed to prevent
water damage.
Connects to a pair of stereo headphones.
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Top Components
Ref Component Description
GPS Antenna
Receives signals from the GPS satellites overhead.
Bottom Components
Ref Component Description
Power Connector
Reset Button
Mini-USB
Connector
ON/OFF Switch
Hand String Hole
Connects to the AC adapter for charging the battery.
Restarts your Pocket PC.
Connects to the USB cable for ActiveSync or charging.
The main power/battery cutoff switch.
Hand string attaches to this hole.
WARNING: Be careful not to allow infants and small children
play with the hand string stopper as this may easily be
swallowed, thereby causing injury or choking.
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1.2 Getting Your Device Ready for Use
Performing Initial Startup
Initial startup includes setting the ON/OFF switch and completing the setup
wizard.
1. Pull out the stylus and use it to slide the ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
CAUTION: Always leave the ON/OFF switch in the ON position for normal operation.
2. Your device will automatically turn on. Connect the AC adapter as described
in the next sub-section.
3. Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the setup wizard. You will then
see the Today screen.
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Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery
Fully charge the battery before starting to use your Pocket PC for the first time.
1. Fit the converter plug to the AC adapter (). Connect the DC jack end of the
AC adapter to your device () and th e o t h e r end to a wall outlet ().
Converter Plug
2. The multi-functional indicator glows amber when charging is in progress.
Do not disconnect your Pocket PC from AC power until the battery is fully
charged. This will take a couple of hours. When charging the battery for the
very first time, charge it for at least 8 hours.
Whenever possible, keep your Pocket PC connected to the AC adapter and a
power source. Doing so keeps the battery charged.
CAUTION: For optimal performance of the lithium battery, take note of the following:
Use the included power adapter (for use with power supply model PC11R-050).
Do not charge the battery where the temperature is high (e.g. in direct sunlight).
There is no need to fully discharge the battery before charging. You can charge the
battery before it is discharged.
If you will not use the product for a long period of time, be sure to fully charge the
battery at least once every two weeks. Over discharge of the battery can affect the
charging performance.
NOTE: Your Pocket PC can also be charged when it is connected to a desktop computer
via the USB cable.
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1.3 Turning Your Pocket PC On and Off
After the initial startup, your Pocket PC enters a suspend state when you turn it
off and resumes when you turn it on.
Turning Off to Suspend
You suspend your Pocket PC by briefly pressing the power button.
By default, your Pocket PC will also automatically suspend after 1 minute of
inactivity when operating on battery power. (To change these settings, tap
Settings System Power Advanced.)
Turning On to Resume
You resume your Pocket PC by briefly pressing the power button. You may also
press one of the program buttons to resume.
1.4 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync
You can use Microsoft ActiveSync technology to synchronize information on
your desktop computer and/or a Microsoft Exchange Server with the information
on your Pocket PC. ActiveSync compares the information on your Pocket PC
with the information on the desktop computer and/or the server and updates all
locations, keeping you up-to-date with the most recent information.
ActiveSync is already installed on your Pocket PC. You need to install
ActiveSync on your desktop computer. Follow the procedure next:
CAUTION:
Before installation, make sure that you have Microsoft Outlook installed on your de sktop
computer.
Do not connect y our Pocket PC to your desktop computer before ActiveSync is installed.
ActiveSync connection problems may occur in some specific cases. They are likely
caused by interoperability with desktop firewall applications or applications that manage
network traffic. For troubleshooting information, visit the Microsoft web site:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/help/activesync.
1. Turn on your desktop computer.
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2. Insert the Getting Started CD into the CD-ROM drive of your desktop
computer.
3. Click
4. The setup wizard will install Microsoft ActiveSync. Follow the onscreen
5. When prompted, connect the mini-USB end of the ActiveSync cable to the
Next to continue.
instructions to install ActiveSync.
bottom of your Pocket PC and the other end to a USB port on your desktop
computer.
6. Follow the onscreen instructions to establish a synchronization relationship
and synchronize your Pocket PC with your desktop computer.
After your first synchronization, the data you have stored on your desktop
computer such as Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks is copied to your Pocket PC.
You are now ready to take it along with you when you go.
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1.5 Expanding Your Pocket PC
Using a SD/MMC Card
Your Pocket PC has a SD/MMC slot where you can insert an optional Secure
Digital or MultiMediaCard storage card. With the removable memory, you can
store or backup your data and exchange data with other devices.
NOTE:
A storage card is also called a memory card.
Make sure that no foreign objects enter the slot.
Keep a SD o r MMC card in a well-protected box to avoid dust and humidity when you are
not using it.
To use a SD/MMC card, insert it into the slot,
with the connector pointing to the slot and its
label facing the front of the Pocket PC. Follow
the instructions supplied with the card for
more information.
To remove a card, first make sure that no
application is accessing the card, then slightly
push the top edge of the card to release it and
pull it out of the slot.
Accessories
By purchasing accessories designed for your Pocket PC, you can expand the
capabilities of your Pocket PC, replace lost parts or facilitate your operation.
NOTE:
Please contact your dealer for the availability of accessories from your Pocket PC
manufacturer.
The use of unauthorized accessories will void your Warranty.
For detailed information on using the accessories, see the instructions supplied
with the accessories.
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2 Basic Skills
This chapter familiarizes you with the basic operations of your Pocket PC such
as using the stylus, navigation stick, Today screen, menus, and prog
will also know how to enter information and lock your Pocket PC.
2.1 Using the Stylus
Use the stylus to navigate and select objects on the screen.
rams. You
Pull the stylus ou
when not in use.
Tap
Touch the screen once with the
open item
Drag
Hold the stylus on the screen and dr
across the screen to select text and
images
items.
Tap and hold
Tap and hold the stylus on an item to se
a list of actions available for that item.
On the shortcut menu that appear
the action you want to perform.
t of the slot and extend it for ease of use. Store it in the slot
s and select options.
. Drag in a list to select multiple
stylus to
ag
e
s, tap
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2.2 Using the Navigation Stick
With the navigation stick, you can move up, down,
Up
left, and right within a menu. This is particularly useful
for one-hand operation.
To move in a direction, simply push the button toward
Left
Right
the corresponding direction.
To activate the selected item, press the button.
Down
2.3 Today Screen
When you turn on your Pocket PC for the first time each day (or after 4 hours of
inactivity), you will see the Today screen. The Today screen shows your
upcoming appointments, active tasks, and information about e-mail messages.
Along the top of the Today screen you will see the volume icon, the clock, and
connectivity indicators. You can tap a section of the Today screen to open the
program that is associated with that section. The Today screen is accessible from
anywhere by tapping
Tap to switch to a
program.
and then
Today.
Tap to connect.
Tap to change volume or mute all sounds.
Tap to change date and time.
Wireless network and
Bluetooth status
Your day at a glance.
Tap an item to access associated
program so that you can view or
change information.
Left Soft Ke
Right Soft Key
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NOTE: If you did not use the product for a long time or you execute the Clean Boot function,
the date and time setting will loose its current value and return to the default value.
2.4 Landscape View
You can use your Pocket PC in a landscape manner. To change the screen view
tap
Settings System Screen Landscape or Portrait.
2.5 Navigation Bar and Toolbar
The Navigation bar is located at the top of the screen. It displays the active
program and current time and allows you to switch programs and close screens.
The Navigation bar and Start menu:
Tap to select a program.
Tap to quickly select a program you
have recently used.
Tap to see additional programs.
Tap to customize the Pocket PC.
Use the toolbar at the bottom of the screen to perform tasks in programs. The
toolbar includes a left soft key, a right soft key, and the Input panel button in
between. The right soft key is usually
Menu while the left soft key varies with
programs.
An example of the toolbar:
Left Soft Key
Input panel
button
Right Soft Key
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2.6 Running Programs
You can switch from one program to another without closing any program.
To run a program, tap
at the left-top corner of the screen and select from
the Start menu.
To access additional programs, tap
You can press a program button on the front of your Pocket PC. The icons on
Programs and tap the program icon.
the buttons identify the default programs they are associated with.
2.7 Shortcut Menus
With shortcut menus, you can quickly choose an action for an item. For example,
you can use the shortcut menu in the contact list to quickly delete a contact, make
a copy of a contact or send an email message to a contact. The actions in the
shortcut menus vary from program to program. To access a shortcut menu, tap
and hold the stylus on the name of the item that you want to perform the action
on. When the menu appears, lift the stylus and tap the action you want to
perform. Or tap anywhere outside the menu to close the menu without
performing an action.
Tap and hold to display the
shortcut menu.
Lift the stylus and tap the action
you want.
Tap outside the menu to close it
without performing an action.
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2.8 Notifications
Your Pocket PC reminds you in a variety of ways 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 will be notified in any of the following
ways:
A message appears on the screen.
A sound, which you can specify, is played.
The notification indicator flashes in red.
To choose reminder types and sounds for your Pocket PC, tap
Personal Sounds & Notifications.
Settings
2.9 Entering Information
You have several options for entering new information:
Use the Input panel to enter typed text, either by using the soft keyboard or
other input methods.
Write directly on the screen.
Draw pictures on the screen.
Speak into the microphone to record a message.
NOTE:
Few options for entering or input methods are not provided due to the characteristic of
language.
Entering Text Using the Input Panel
Use the Input panel to enter information in any program on your Pocket PC. You
can either type using the soft keyboard or write using the soft keyboard, Block
Recognizer, Letter Recognizer or Transcriber. In any case, the characters appear
as typed text on the screen.
To show or hide the Input panel, tap the
Input panel button. Tap the arrow next to
the Input panel button to see your choices.
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Select an input method.
Input panel button.
Tap to see your choices.
When you use the Input panel, your Pocket PC anticipates the word you are
typing or writing and displays it above the Input panel. When you tap the
displayed word, it is inserted into your text at the insertion point. The more you
use your Pocket PC, the more words it learns to anticipate.
Tap here if this is
the right word.
NOTE: To change word suggestion options, such as the number of words suggested at one
time, tap
Settings Personal Input Word Completion.
Block Recognizer
With Block Recognizer, you can use the stylus to input characters using strokes
that are similar to the Palm™ Graffiti® method.
To type with Block Recognizer:
1. Tap the arrow next to the Input panel button and then tap
2. Write a letter in the box.
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Block Recognizer.
When you write a letter, it is converted to typed text that appears on the screen.
For specific instructions on using Block Recognizer, open Block Recognizer and
then tap the question mark next to the writing area.
Letter Recognizer
With Letter Recognizer, you can write letters using the stylus just as you would
use a pen on paper.
To type with Letter Recognizer:
1. Tap the arrow next to the Input panel button and then tap
2. Write a letter in the box.
When you write a letter, it is converted to typed text that appears on the screen.
For specific instructions on using Letter Recognizer, open Letter Recognizer and
then tap the question mark next to the writing area.
Letter Recognizer.
Transcriber
With Transcriber you can write anywhere on the screen using the stylus just as
you would on paper. Unlike Letter Recognizer and Block Recognizer, you can
write a sentence or more of information; then, you pause and let Transcriber
change the written characters to typed characters.
To type with Transcriber:
1. Tap the arrow next to the Input panel button then tap
2. Write anywhere on the screen.
For specific instructions on using Transcriber, open Transcriber and then tap the
question mark in the lower-right corner of the screen.
Transcriber.
Writing on the Screen
In any program that accepts writing, such as the Notes program, you can use
your stylus to write directly on the screen. Write the way you do on paper. You
can edit and format what you have written and convert the information to text
later.
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Writing
To write on the screen, tap Menu Draw to switch to drawing mode. This action
displays lines on the screen to help you write.
NOTE: Not all program support the drawing mode.
Editing Your Writing
If you want to edit or format writing, you must first select the writing and then
edit it.
1. Tap and hold the stylus next to the text you want to select until the insertion
point appears. Without lifting, drag the stylus across the text you want to
select.
2. Tap and hold the selected words and then tap an editing command (cut, copy
or paste) on the shortcut menu or tap the command on the
If you accidentally write on the screen, tap
Menu Undo Ink and try again.
Menu Edit menu.
Converting Your Writing to Text
1. If you want to convert only certain words, select them before going to the
next step.
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2. To convert writing to text, tap Menu Tools Recognize or tap and hold the
selected words and then tap
Recognize on the shortcut menu. Your writing is
turned into text.
If a word is not recognized, it is left as writing.
Select the text you want to
convert and tap Recognize
on the shortcut menu.
The writing is turned into
text.
If the conversion is incorrect, you can select different words from a list of
alternates or return to the original writing.
1. Tap and hold the incorrect word (tap one word at a time).
2. On the shortcut menu, tap
Alternates. A menu with a list of alternate words
appears.
3. Tap the word you want to use or tap the writing at the top of the menu to
return to the original writing.
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Tap to return to your original
writing.
Or, tap the word you want to use.
Some tips for getting good recognition are listed below:
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 use Menu Zoom to increase the zoom level to 300 %.
Write the letters of a word close together and leave big gaps between words.
Hyphenated words, foreign words that use special characters such as
accents, and some punctuation cannot be converted.
If you add writing to a word to change it (such as changing a “3” to an “8”)
after you attempt to recognize the word, the writing you add will not be
included if you attempt to recognize the writing again.
Drawing on the Screen
You can draw on the screen in the same way that you write on the screen. The
difference between writing and drawing on the screen is how you select items
and how they can be edited. For example, selected drawings can be resized,
while writing cannot.
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Creating a Drawing
1. Tap Menu Draw to enable drawing mode. A check (√) appears before the
command.
2. To create a drawing, cross three ruled lines on your first stroke. A drawing
box appears.
3. Subsequent strokes in or touching the drawing box become part of the
drawing. Drawings that do not cross three ruled lines will be treated as
writing.
The drawing box indicates
the boundaries of the
drawing.
NOTE: You may want to change the zoom level so that you can more easily work on or view
your drawing. Tap Menu Zoom and then choose a zoom level.
Editing Your Drawing
If you want to edit or format a drawing, you must select it first.
1. Tap
2. Tap and hold the stylus on the drawing until the selection handle appears.
3. Tap and hold the selected drawing and then tap an editing command (cut,
4. To resize a drawing, drag a selection handle.
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Menu Draw to disable drawing mode. The check (√) before the
command should disappear.
copy or paste) on the shortcut menu.
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 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 email
message.
To create a recording:
1. Tap
Programs Notes to switch to the program.
2. Hold the Pocket PC’s microphone near your mouth or other source of sound.
3. Tap the
Record button on the Recording toolbar to start recording. If the
speaker is not muted, a beep indicates that your Pocket PC is recording.
4. To stop recording, tap the
Stop button on the Recording toolbar. Two
beeps will sound. The new recording appears in the note list or as an
embedded icon.
NOTE: You can also make a recording by tapping the Record button on the Recording
toolbar. (Tap Menu View Recording Toolbar to show the toolbar.)
To play a recording, tap it in the list or tap its icon in the note.
embedded recording.
Indicates an
Recording toolbar
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