Mio P550 User Manual

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Revision: R00
(4/2006)

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Note
The information in this manual is subject to change without notice.

Table of Contents

Preface ..................................................................................................v

Getting Started............................................................................... 1

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1.1 Identifying Hardware Components ......................................................1

Front Components ...............................................................................1

Back Components ...............................................................................3

Left-Side Components.........................................................................4

Right-Side Components.......................................................................5

Top Components .................................................................................5

Bottom Components............................................................................6

1.2 Getting Your Device Ready for Use ....................................................7

Performing Initial Startup .....................................................................7

Connecting to AC Power and Charging the Battery ............................8

1.3 Using Your Device in a Vehicle ...........................................................9

Using the Car Holder ...........................................................................9

Connecting the Car Charger................................................................9

1.4 Turning Your Pocket PC On and Off .................................................10

Turning Off to Suspend......................................................................10

Turning On to Resume ......................................................................10

1.5 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync ..........................................................10

1.6 Expanding Your Pocket PC ...............................................................12

Using a SD/MMC Card ......................................................................12

Accessories .......................................................................................12

2 Basic Skills................................................................................... 13

2.1 Using the Stylus.................................................................................13

2.2 Using the Navigation Stick.................................................................14

2.3 Today Screen ....................................................................................14

Landscape View ................................................................................15

2.4 Navigation Bar and Toolbar...............................................................15

2.5 Running Programs.............................................................................16

2.6 Shortcut Menus..................................................................................16

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2.7 Notifications .......................................................................................17

2.8 Entering Information ..........................................................................17

Entering Text Using the Input Panel..................................................18

Writing on the Screen ........................................................................20

Drawing on the Screen ......................................................................22

Recording a Message........................................................................24

Using My Text....................................................................................25

2.9 Locking Your Pocket PC....................................................................26

3 Managing Your Pocket PC .......................................................... 28

3.1 Managing Power................................................................................28

Low Battery Signals and Actions .......................................................28

Power-Saving Tips.............................................................................29

3.2 Customizing Your Pocket PC ............................................................29

3.3 Searching and Organizing Information ..............................................32

3.4 Adding or Removing Programs .........................................................32

Adding Programs ...............................................................................33

Removing Programs..........................................................................34

4 Microsoft Pocket Outlook ...........................................................35

4.1 Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings ..........................35

Creating an Appointment...................................................................36

Using the Calendar Summary Screen...............................................37

4.2 Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues .....................................38

Creating a Contact.............................................................................39

Using the Contacts Summary Screen ...............................................40

4.3 Tasks: Keeping a To Do List .............................................................41

Creating a Task .................................................................................42

Using the Tasks Summary Screen ....................................................43

4.4 Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas...............................................44

Creating a Note..................................................................................45

4.5 Messaging: Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages .....................46

Synchronizing E-mail Messages .......................................................46

Connecting Directly to an E-mail Server............................................47

Using the Message List .....................................................................48

Composing and Sending Messages..................................................49

Managing Email Messages and Folders ...........................................51

5 More Programs ............................................................................ 52

5.1 Microsoft ActiveSync .........................................................................52

Synchronizing Data............................................................................53

5.2 Word Mobile.......................................................................................54

Creating a Document.........................................................................55

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Opening a Document.........................................................................55

5.3 Excel Mobile ......................................................................................56

Creating a Workbook .........................................................................56

Opening a Workbook.........................................................................57

5.4 PowerPoint Mobile.............................................................................58

5.5 Pocket MSN.......................................................................................59

5.6 Windows Media Player for Pocket PC...............................................60

5.7 Pictures & Videos ..............................................................................61

5.8 Additional Programs ..........................................................................62

SysInfo...............................................................................................62

eConverter .........................................................................................63

6 Getting Connected.......................................................................66

6.1 Wireless Network Connection ...........................................................66

Turning On and Off the Wi-Fi Radio ..................................................66

Connecting to a Wireless Network ....................................................67

Starting and Ending the Wireless Network Connection.....................67

6.2 Bluetooth Feature ..............................................................................68

Turning On and Off the Bluetooth Radio ...........................................68

Transferring Files via Bluetooth Technology .....................................69

Bluetooth Partnership ........................................................................70

6.3 Modem Connection............................................................................72

Creating a Modem Connection..........................................................72

Starting and Ending a Modem Connection........................................72

6.4 Using Internet Explorer Mobile ..........................................................73

Browsing the Internet.........................................................................73

Managing Favorites ...........................................................................74

7 Troubleshooting and Maintenance ............................................76

7.1 Resetting Your Pocket PC .................................................................76

7.2 Restoring Last State ..........................................................................77

7.3 Power Problems ................................................................................78

7.4 Memory Problems..............................................................................78

7.5 Screen Problems ...............................................................................80

7.6 Connection Problems ........................................................................81

ActiveSync Connection Problems .....................................................81

Modem Connection Problems ...........................................................82

Network Connection Problems ..........................................................82

7.7 Taking Care of Your Pocket PC ........................................................84

General Guidelines ............................................................................84

Travel Guidelines...............................................................................85

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A Regulatory Information ............................................................... 86

A.1 Regulations Statements.....................................................................86

European Notice ................................................................................86

A.2 Safety Precautions.............................................................................87

About Charging..................................................................................87

About the AC Adapter........................................................................87

About the Battery ...............................................................................88

About the Radio Frequency Exposure...............................................88

Index .................................................................................................... 89

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Preface

Welcome

Congratulations on purchasing this Windows® Mobile™ for Pocket PC with
built-in GPS and Bluetooth
device, you can keep your most important business and personal information
up-to-date and close at hand. Microsoft
your Pocket PC by allowing you to synchronize the information on your desktop
or Microsoft Exchange Server with your Pocket PC.

®

functions. Due to the size and capabilities of the

®

ActiveSync® increases the power of

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:
www.pocketpc.com

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1 Getting Started

This chapter introduces you to the external components of your Pocket PC and
guide

s you through the process of setting up your Pocket PC for use.

NTOE: 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

1

Ref Component Description

WLAN Indicator

n

Multi-Functional

o

Indicator

Touch Screen

p

Program Buttons

q

Navigation Stick

r

Power Button

s

Glows in red to indicate that the Wi-Fi radio is turned on.

Glows in amber to indicate that battery charging is in
progress.

Flashes in amber to inform you of scheduled appointments,
alarms and reminders.

Glows in blue to indicate that the Bluetooth radio is turned
on.

Glows in blue and flashes in light purple alternately when
the Bluetooth radio is turned on and a notification comes
up.

Displays the output of your Pocket PC. Tap the screen with
the stylus to select menu commands or enter information.

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

Rotate

Today

NOTE: The buttons can provide different functions if
you’re using a navigation software that allows you to define
the buttons.

Moves up, down, left or right by pushing the button toward
the corresponding direction.

Selects by pressing.

Turns your Pocket PC on or off by pressing briefly.

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Back Components

Ref Component Description

Car Antenna

n

Connector

Stylus

o

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.

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.

Sends out music, sounds and voice.

p

Speaker

3

Left-Side Components

Ref Component Description

SD/MMC Slot

n

Headphone

o

Connector

Accepts an optional SD (Secure Digital) or MMC
(MultiMediaCard) card for removable storage.

Connects to a pair of stereo headphones.

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Right-Side Components

Ref Component Description

n

Microphone

Receives sound and voice to record voice.

Top Components

Ref Component Description

Hand String Hole

n

GPS Antenna

o

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Hand string attaches to this hole.

Receives signals from the GPS satellites overhead.

Bottom Components

Ref Component Description

Mini-USB

n

Connector

Reset Button

o

ON/OFF Switch

p

Connects to the AC adapter or ActiveSync cable.

Restarts your Pocket PC.

The main power/battery cutoff switch.

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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 (n). Connect the mini-USB end of

the AC adapter to your device (o) and the other end to a wall outlet (p).

Converter Plug

2. The charge 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:

z Do not charge the battery where the temperature is high (e.g. in direct sunlight).
z There is no need to fully discharge the battery before charging. You can charge the

battery before it is discharged.

z 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 Using Your Device in a Vehicle

Using the Car Holder

CAUTION:

z When placing the car holder, make sure that the device does not obstruct the driver’s

view, or interfere with the operation of vehicle airbags and safety devices.

z If the car’s windshield is tinted with a reflective coating, an external antenna (optional)

may be needed to route the antenna to the top of the car through a window.

The car holder consists of a bracket and a flexible window mount. Use the car
holder to fix your device in a vehicle. (See a separate document for installation
instructions.) Make sure that the GPS antenna has a clear view of the sky.

Connecting the Car Charger

The car charger supplies power to your Pocket PC when you are using it in a car.

CAUTION: To protect your device against sudden surges in current, connect the car
charger only after the car engine has been started.

Connect one end of the car charger to the power connector of your device and the
other end to the cigarette lighter in the car.

To Cigarette Lighter

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1.4 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 3 minutes of
inactivity when operating on battery power. (To change these settings, tap

Settings Æ System Æ Power Æ Advanced.)

Æ

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.

1.5 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 below:

CAUTION:

z Before installation, make sure that you have Microsoft Outlook installed on your desktop

computer.

z Do not connect your Pocket PC to your desktop computer before ActiveSync is installed.
z 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:
www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/help/activesync.

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1. Turn on your desktop computer.

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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1.6 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:

z A storage card is also called a memory card.
z Make sure that no foreign objects enter the slot.
z Keep a SD or 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:

z Please contact your dealer for the availability of accessories from your Pocket PC

manufacturer.

z 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.

z

Tap

Touch the screen once with the
open item

Drag

z

Hold the stylus on the screen and dr
across the screen to select text and
images
items.

Tap and hold

z

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, left

Up

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 Key

Right Soft Key

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Landscape View

You can use your Pocket PC in a landscape manner. There are two ways to
change the screen view:

z Tap Æ Settings Æ System Æ Screen Æ Landscape or Portrait.

z Press the Rotate button ( ).

2.4 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.

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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

2.5 Running Programs

You can switch from one program to another without closing any program.

z To run a program, tap

at the left-top corner of the screen and select from

the Start menu.

z To access additional programs, tap

z You can press a program button on the front of your Pocket PC. The icons on

Æ

Programs and tap the program icon.

the buttons identify the default programs they are associated with.

2.6 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.

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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.

2.7 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:

z A message appears on the screen.

z A sound, which you can specify, is played.

z The notification indicator flashes in red.

To choose reminder types and sounds for your Pocket PC, tap

Æ

Settings Æ

Personal Æ Sounds & Notifications.

2.8 Entering Information

You have several options for entering new information:

z Use the Input panel to enter typed text, either by using the soft keyboard or

other input methods.

z Write directly on the screen.

z Draw pictures on the screen.

z Speak into the microphone to record a message.

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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.

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

Æ Settings Æ Personal Æ Input Æ Word Completion.

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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.

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.

Block Recognizer.

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.

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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.

Writing

To write on the screen, tap Menu Æ 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 Æ Undo Ink and try again.

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Menu Æ Edit menu.

Converting Your Writing to Text

1. If you want to convert only certain words, select them before going to the

next step.

2. To convert writing to text, tap

selected words and then tap

Menu Æ Tools Æ Recognize or tap and hold the

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:

z Write neatly.

z 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.

z For better recognition, use Menu Æ Zoom to increase the zoom level to 300%.

z Write the letters of a word close together and leave big gaps between words.

z Hyphenated words, foreign words that use special characters such as accents

some punctuation cannot be converted.

z 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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