NEC 780 Instruction Manual

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Getting Started

Welcome

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Unpacking Your MobilePro

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Getting to Know Your MobilePro

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Installing and Charging the Battery

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Connecting the AC Adapter

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Taking a Quick Tour

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Introducing the Software

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Connecting to Your PC via Serial

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Connecting to Your PC via Infrared

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Synchronizing with Your Host PC

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Getting Help

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WELCOME

Congratulations on purchasing your NEC MobilePro 780
Professional PC Companion powered by the Microsoft

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Windows CE operating system. The size and capabilities
of this device let you keep your most important business
and personal information up-to-date and close at hand. Mi­crosoft ActiveSync™ increases the power of your device
by letting you synchronize the information on your host PC
with your device. Picture yourself in the following situa­tions:

You’re on a business trip, getting important customer

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feedback to discuss with your colleagues back in the of­fice. Using Calendar, Contacts, and Inbox, you sched­ule a meeting and send it to your colleagues while still
on the road.

You are on the road taking customer orders. Using

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Pocket Access, you create records for each customer
order. At night, you connect to your network and up­date the global database with your new orders. You also
download updates to the product information database
that you use when making sales.

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Before you start using your device, you will need to install
batteries, turn it on, and adjust the screen contrast.

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During a few spare minutes in the airport, you check
your email and send a note to your daughter wishing
her luck at the gymnastics meet. (Requires access to an
analog phone line or wireless modem card and sub­scription to an internet service provider or corporate
network server.)

UNPACKING YOUR MOBILEPRO

Your NEC MobilePro ships with a number of accessories.
When you unpack the NEC MobilePro, verify that you
have all of the items listed below and that they are in good
condition. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the
vendor who sold you the unit.

Note

: Do not attempt to use the unit without the
batteries installed. Be sure to com plete the sections,
"Installing and Charging the Battery," “Connecting
the AC Adapter,” and “Taking a Quick Tour,” later in
this chapter.

NEC MobilePro 780 (a stylus ships in a holder in the

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MobilePro)
NEC MobilePro AC Adapter

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NEC MobilePro VGA Cable

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NEC MobilePro PC Connect Cable (serial cable)

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NEC MobilePro RJ-11 (telephone cable)

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One (1) rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery pack (main

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battery)
Microsoft ActiveSync CD

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NEC MobilePro Bonus Software CD1

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NEC MobilePro 780 User’s Guide (this document)

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Introduction to Your MobilePro Power System sheet

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NEC MobilePro Release Notes

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1 For U.S. and Canada distribution only.

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GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MOBILEPRO

The NEC MobilePro 780 offers you a portable system de­signed for synchronization with your desktop or notebook
computer. Standard features include a VR4121, 168-MHz,
32 MB RAM, an 8.1-inch H-VGA STN enhanced touch
screen, a V.90 internal modem, a built-in microphone, in­ternal speakers, and Type I/II PC card and Compact­Flash™ card support.

NEC MobilePro 780

With your NEC MobilePro you can edit, create, send, and
receive documents including text, spreadsheets, presenta­tions, and email, manage your schedule and contacts, ac­cess the internet with the internal modem, and synchronize
data with your host PC.

Accessories

The NEC MobilePro 780 ships with the following accesso­ries.

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AC adapter
PC Connect (serial port) cable

RJ-11 Telephone cable

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VGA Monitor cable

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For a more comprehensive list of MobilePro accessories,
refer to the MobilePro desktop. Tap Start, Help, and dou­ble tap the MobilePro Accessories link.

INSTALLING AND CHARGING THE BATTERY

Follow these steps to install and charge the main battery.

1.

Unpack the contents of the MobilePro carton and locate

the unit and the Lithium-Ion battery pack.

Lithium-Ion battery pack

A

– Battery connectors – B – Lithium-Ion battery pack

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2.

Locate the release lock on the bottom of the system.

3.

Slide the lock to the unlocked position in the direction

of the arrow as indicated in the following figure.

4.

Put the Lithium-Ion battery pack in the bay and slide

the battery in the direction of the arrow, as indicated in
the following figure.

Inserting the battery pack

5.

6.

7.

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A

– Battery release lock B – Lithium-Ion battery pack

Firmly press the battery until it is secure and clicks

(locks) into place.

Slide the lock back to the locked position.

Note:

locked position. The NEC MobilePro
on when the lock is in the unlocked position.

Be sure to slide the lock back to the

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power

Connect the AC adapter to begin charging the battery.

Refer to the next section, "Connecting the AC
Adapter," for connection information.

The color of the left status LED changes from amber to
green when the battery is fully charged.

Note:

allow ten hours for both the main and the backup
batteries to fully charge, even if the indicator on the
front of the MobilePro lights green bef ore the full ten
hours are passed. You must repeat this f ull ten hour
charge cycle, only if the backup battery becomes
fully discharged.

To protect your data, do not use the s ystem until the
backup battery is charged. Recharge the battery
whenever the battery charging LED lights amber.

Before using the system for the firs t tim e,

CONNECTING THE AC ADAPTER

NEC recommends using the AC adapter if you

are recharging the main battery pack or the backup

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battery.
are using PC cards or Compact Flash™ cards.

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are using the internal modem.

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have your MobilePro H/PC on for long periods.

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CAUTION

Follow these precautions whenever you use the AC
adapter and the NEC MobilePro.

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When using the AC adapter, make sure the AC
outlet is near the NEC MobilePro and easily ac­cessible.

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Keep the main battery installed when running on
AC power.

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When communicating or sending transmissions
for a long tim e, use the AC adapter to conserve
power.

Follow these steps to connect the AC adapter.

1.

Insert the plug on the AC adapter cable into the AC

power port on the left side of the NEC MobilePro.

Connecting the AC Adapter

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A

– AC Power port B – AC adapter cable

2.

Plug the AC adapter into a working AC outlet.

3.

Power on the NEC MobilePro using the Power button at

the top right section of the keyboard.

Using AC power saves battery life for when you are on the
go, ensures that the backup battery maintains its charge,
and helps prevent data loss.

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CAUTION

If you power off, then quickly power on the NEC
MobilePro, your system may erroneously report the
presence of CompactFlash cards.

In addition, repeatedly powering off and quickly
powering on, may cause data loss. NECC
recommends that you wait ten seconds after power­ing off, before powering on the NEC MobilePro.

Continue working with the NEC MobilePro 780 as it
charges and leave it connected to AC power after the light
turns green.

Note:

allow ten hours for both the main and the backup
batteries to fully charge, even if the indicator on the
front of the MobilePro lights green bef ore the full ten
hours are passed.

Before using the system for the firs t tim e,

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TAKING A QUICK TOUR

This section takes you through the process of setting up
your system for the first time.

1.

Open the display panel to start your NEC MobilePro

780 for the first time.
Press the Power button if the system does not start

automatically.

2.

Follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate the touch

screen. If necessary, press
any time.

3.

Be sure to enter your name, local city, and set the clock

for your local time.

4.

Be sure to specify a country for modem use. For details,

see the section in Chapter 4, “Adjusting MobilePro Set­tings.”

INTRODUCING THE SOFTWARE

Your NEC MobilePro 780 features the latest version of
Microsoft Windows CE software along with additional ap­plications on the accompanying CDs.

Your NEC MobilePro 780 software includes:

Ctrl Alt =

to recalibrate at

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For more information about your MobilePro software, refer
to Chapter 3, “Introducing Windows CE.”

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Microsoft ActiveSync™ CD
(Install on your host PC for access and synchroniza­tion).

Microsoft Windows CE pre-loaded applications (in
ROM).

Bonus Software CD (For U.S. and Canada distribution,
only).

CONNECTING TO YOUR PC VIA SERIAL

The MobilePro is designed to be a companion PC. Most
users want to synchronize the MobilePro 780 with a host
PC. The latest work done on either the MobilePro or the
host PC automatically appears on both machines, once the
synchronization process occurs.

The following section provides an overview of the syn­chronization process, using the serial port, followed by de­tailed instructions for each stage of the process.

Follow these procedures to configure your MobilePro for
synchronization using the serial port.

Verify the accuracy of the PC Connection default

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settings on your MobilePro.
Ensure the availability of the serial port on your host

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PC.
Connect the PC Connect (serial) cable to your host PC

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and to your MobilePro.
Install Microsoft ActiveSync on your host PC.

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Create a partnership between your host PC and your

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MobilePro.
Verify that the desired synchronization services are

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configured.

Verifying PC Connection Settings

Your MobilePro ships with PC Connection default
settings. Follow these steps to verify the accuracy of the
PC connection settings.

1.

Tap Start, Settings, Control Panel, Communications.

2.

Select the PC Connection tab.

3.

Verify the following settings.

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“Allow connection with desktop computer when de-

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vice is attached” is checked.
“Connect using Serial Port @ 115K” displays.

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(Change this setting to 115K, if necessary. If syn­chronization is unsuccessful, revert to the default of

19200.)

Proceed to the next section to check the availability of the
serial port on your host PC.

Ensuring the Availability of the Serial Port

The serial port on your host PC must be available for syn­chronization with your NEC MobilePro. Follow these steps
to ensure the availability of the serial port.

1.

Access the setup utility on your host PC to verify that

the port is enabled.

2.

Check the device manager on your host PC to identify

potential conflicts for the serial port. In the Windows
environment:

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Go to Start, Settings, Control Panel.

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Double click the System icon and select the Device

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Manager tab.
Check the Ports listing to determine if any conflicts

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exist (another device is assigned to or is using the
serial port). The port may be flagged with an excla­mation point, for example, if any conflicts exist.

If another device is assigned to or is using the serial

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port, you must reassign the device to free up the se­rial port for MobilePro synchronization.

Proceed to the next section to connect the PC connect
cable.

Connecting the PC Connect Cable

Before installing Microsoft ActiveSync, follow these in­structions to connect the PC Connect (serial) cable that
ships with your MobilePro to both your MobilePro and to
your host PC.

1.

Locate and open the serial port cover on the back of

your MobilePro.

2.

Align and attach the PC Connect cable to the serial port

on the MobilePro. (If your cable is labeled, insert the
cable with the word Up visible on the top. If your cable
has an arrow near the connector, insert the cable with
the arrow visible on top.)

Connecting the PC Connect cable

3.

Connect the other end of the cable to the 9-pin serial

port on your host PC. If your host PC has a 25-pin se­rial port, use an adapter (available in most computer
stores).

Proceed to the next section to install Microsoft Active­Sync.

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Note:

to the serial port on your desktop, be sure that the
serial port is enabled in the desktop’s BIOS setup
and that no conflicts exist for the port. For details,
see a previous section in this c hapter, “Ensuring the
Availability of the Serial Port.”

Before connecting the PC Connect cable

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Be sure to properly align the cable connectors and
ports. Incorrect connection can damage the Mo­bilePro and the computer.

Installing Microsoft ActiveSync

You must install Microsoft ActiveSync on your host PC to
enable synchronization with your MobilePro. The Micro­soft ActiveSync CD that ships with your MobilePro con­tains the ActiveSync software designed for synchronization
with Microsoft Office components. The following proce­dure assumes Microsoft Outlook as the host PC synchroni­zation component.

CAUTION

Network Requirements

If your host PC is connected to a network, configure one of
the following before installing Microsoft ActiveSync:

Configure a WINS server on the host PC's network, or,

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Configure the host PC's IP address on the MobilePro as

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follows:

1.

Tap Start, Settings, Control Panel, and double tap
the network icon.

2.

Highlight NE2000 Compatible Ethernet Driver and
select the Properties button.

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3.

In the IP address tab, select (place a dot beside)
"Obtain an IP address via DCHP."

4.

Select the Name Servers tab and enter the host PC's
IP address in the "Primary WINS" field.

To identify the host PC's IP address, run an IP con­fig utility. InWindows 98 and 95, run Win IP Con­fig. In Windows NT, run IP Config. If you need
assistance, see your network administrator.

Installing ActiveSync

Follow these steps to install Microsoft ActiveSync for syn­chronization with Microsoft Outlook. The installation se­quence may vary depending upon the Microsoft
components installed on your host PC.

Note:

operating system, you must install Windows NT
Networking before installing Micros oft ActiveSync to
your host PC.

If your host PC uses the W indows NT

1.

Insert the Microsoft ActiveSync CD in the CD-ROM
reader of your host PC.

If auto insert is enabled on your host PC, the setup

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window appears.
If auto insert is not enabled, go to Start, Run, browse

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for the CD-ROM drive, and run the setup.exe file.

2.

Click Next to start the setup wizard.
The Selection Installation folder appears.

3.

Click Next to accept the default installation folder or

modify the folder destination and click Next.
The Get Connected window appears.

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4.

Read the instructions about connecting your device and

click Next.
The host PC verifies the availability of a COM port and

polls the MobilePro for synchronization settings. The
New Partnership window appears.

Proceed to the next section to complete the installation.

Creating a Partnership

Once the host PC verifies the availability of a COM port
and polls the MobilePro for synchronization settings, the
New Partnership window appears.

1.

Click Next to display the Select Synchronization Set­tings window.

2.

Select the desired synchronization settings and click

Next.
The Setup Complete window appears.

3.

Click Finish to complete the installation process.

Verifying Synchronization Settings

Look for the new Microsoft ActiveSync desktop icon on
your host PC. Follow these steps to verify synchronization
settings on the MobilePro.

1.

Double click the ActiveSync icon.

2.

Click Tools, Options and verify that the
desired synchronization services are checked. Modify
the selections as required.

Note:

messages is not checked. Be sure to select the
checkbox for this service if you want to synchronize
email between your MobilePro to your host PC.

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By default, synchronization of email

Once installed, Microsoft ActiveSync automatically
synchronizes your MobilePro 780 with your host PC's
Microsoft Outlook email, contacts, calendar, and task list
each time you attach the PC Connect cable to the Mo­bilePro 780 and the host PC.

Note:

Sync automatically translates files and email at­tachments during synchronization. This allows you
to use the MobilePro to view and work with files cre­ated on your host PC with Microsoft Word, Excel,
and PowerPoint, among others.

However, as noted in the readme.doc f ile on the Mi­crosoft ActiveSync CD, PowerPoint files created or
modified on the MobilePro are not translated for
viewing or modific ation on your host PC. This limita­tion does not apply to Pocket W ord or Pocket Exc el
files.

Whenever possible Microsoft Active-

CONNECTING TO YOUR PC VIA INFRARED

If your host PC is not equipped with a serial port or the se­rial port(s) is in use, use the infrared port to synchronize
the NEC MobilePro with your host PC.

The following section provides an overview of the syn­chronization process, using the infrared port, followed by
detailed instructions for each stage of the process.

Follow these procedures to configure your MobilePro for
synchronization using the infrared port.

Modify the PC Connection default settings on your

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MobilePro.
Set the infrared connection speed.

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Enable the infrared port on your host PC.

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Install Microsoft ActiveSync on your host PC.

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Create a partnership between your host PC and your

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MobilePro.
Verify that the desired synchronization services are

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configured.

Modifying PC Connection Settings

Your MobilePro ships with PC Connection default
settings. Follow these steps to modify the PC connection
settings.

1.

Tap Start, Settings, Control Panel, Communications.

2.

Select the PC Connection tab.

3.

Select the Change tab, use the dropdown box to change
the setting to Infrared port, and click OK.

Proceed to the next section to set the infrared connection
speed, if necessary.

Setting the Infrared Connection Speed

Your NEC MobilePro supports both SIR (115 Kbps) and
FIR (4 Mbps) IR communications. Follow these steps to
set the infrared connection speed.

1.

Tap Start, Settings, Control Panel, and double tap Mo-

bilePro Settings.

2.

Select the IrDA tab and select the appropriate infrared

connection speed. The infrared connection speed on
your NEC MobilePro must be compatible with the in­frared connection speed on your host PC.

3.

Click OK and close the Control Panel.

Proceed to the next section to enable the infrared port on
your host PC.

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Enabling the Infrared Port

The infrared port on your host PC must be available for
synchronization with your NEC MobilePro. Follow these
steps to enable the infrared port.

1.

Access the setup utility on your host PC to verify that

the port is enabled. If required, select FIR support in
Setup.

2.

Set up infrared software components on your host PC.

In the Windows environment:

Go to Start, Settings, Control Panel.

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If infrared is disabled, select the options tab and

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place a check in the box "Enable infrared communi­cations."

Place a check in the boxes, "Search and provide

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status for devices in range," and "Install software for
Plug and Play devices within range."

Uncheck the box, "Limit connection speed to."

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3.

Click Apply and click OK.

4.

Check the device manager on your host PC to identify

potential conflicts for the infrared port.

Double click the System icon and select the Device

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Manager tab.
Check the Ports listing to determine if any conflicts

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exist (another device is assigned to or is using the
infrared port). The port may be flagged with an ex­clamation point, for example, if any conflicts exist.

If another device is assigned to or is using the infra-

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red port, you must reassign the device to free up the
infrared port for MobilePro synchronization.

5.

Reboot your host PC.

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Once the system restarts, an infrared icon (gray vertical
bar with a red bump) appears in the system taskbar. If
there is an X to the right of the icon, infrared is not en­abled. Repeat steps 1-4 to enable infrared.

Installing Microsoft ActiveSync

You must install Microsoft ActiveSync on your host PC to
enable synchronization with your MobilePro. The Micro­soft ActiveSync CD that ships with your MobilePro con­tains the ActiveSync software designed for synchronization
with Microsoft Office components. The following proce­dure assumes Microsoft Outlook as the host PC synchroni­zation component.

Network Requirements

If your host PC is connected to a network, configure one of
the following before installing Microsoft ActiveSync:

Configure a WINS server on the host PC's network, or,

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Configure the host PC's IP address on the MobilePro as

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follows:

1.

2.

3.

4.

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Tap Start, Settings, Control Panel, and double tap the

network icon.

Highlight NE2000 Compatible Ethernet Driver and se-

lect the Properties button.

In the IP address tab, select (place a dot beside) "Obtain

an IP address via DCHP."

Select the Name Servers tab and enter the host PC's IP

address in the "Primary WINS" field.
To identify the host PC's IP address, run an IP config

utility. In Windows 98 and 95, run Win IP Config. In
Windows NT, run IP Config. If you need assistance, see
your network administrator.

Installing ActiveSync

Follow these steps to install Microsoft ActiveSync for syn­chronization with Microsoft Outlook. The installation se­quence may vary depending upon the Microsoft
components installed on your host PC.

Note:

operating system, you must install Windows NT
Networking before installing Micros oft ActiveSync to
your host PC.

1.

Insert the Microsoft ActiveSync CD in the CD-ROM
reader of your host PC.

If auto insert is enabled on your host PC, the setup win-

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dow appears.

If auto insert is not enabled, go to Start, Run, browse

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for the CD-ROM drive, and run the setup.exe file.

2.

Click Next to start the setup wizard.

If your host PC uses the W indows NT

The Selection Installation folder appears.

3.

Click Next to accept the default installation folder or

modify the folder destination and click Next.
The Get Connected window appears.

4.

Place the NEC MobilePro so that the infrared port is

within range of the host PC infrared port and read the
instructions about connecting your device. Click Next.

5.

On the NEC MobilePro, tap Start, Programs, Commu-

nication, and PC Link.
The host PC verifies the availability of an infrared port

and polls the MobilePro for synchronization settings.
The New Partnership window appears.

Proceed to the next section to complete the installation.

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Creating a Partnership

Once the host PC verifies the availability of an infrared
port and polls the MobilePro for synchronization settings,
the New Partnership window appears.

1.

Click Next to display the Select Synchronization Set­tings window.

2.

Select the desired synchronization settings and click

Next.
The Setup Complete window appears.

3.

Click Finish to complete the installation process.

Verifying Synchronization Settings

Look for the new Microsoft ActiveSync desktop icon on
your host PC. Follow these steps to verify synchronization
settings on the MobilePro.

1.

Double click the ActiveSync icon.

2.

Click Tools, Options and verify that the
desired synchronization services are checked. Modify
the selections as required.

Once installed, Microsoft ActiveSync automatically
synchronizes your MobilePro 780 with your host PC's
Microsoft Outlook email, contacts, calendar, and task list
each time you attach the PC Connect cable to the Mo­bilePro 780 and the host PC.

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Note:

automatically translates files and email attachm ents
during synchronization. This allows you to use the
MobilePro to view and work with files created on
your host PC with Microsoft Word, Excel, and
PowerPoint, among others.

However, as noted in the readme.doc f ile on the Mi­crosoft ActiveSync CD, PowerPoint files created or
modified on the MobilePro are not translated for
viewing or modific ation on your host PC. This limita­tion does not apply to Pocket W ord or Pocket Exc el
files.

Whenever pos sible Microsof t ActiveSync

SYNCHRONIZING WITH YOUR HOST PC

Once your MobilePro is configured for synchronization
with your host PC, synchronization occurs when the Ac­tiveSync components on the NEC MobilePro and on the
host PC are activated. When synchronizing via the serial
port, the process occurs automatically. When synchroniz­ing via the infrared port, manual intervention is required.
Refer to the next two sections for details about synchroniz­ing with your host PC.

Synchronizing via the Serial Port

Once the MobilePro is configured for synchronization the
synchronization process automatically occurs each time
you connect the MobilePro to your host PC, via the serial
port. In addition, you can manually initiate the synchroni­zation process using Microsoft ActiveSync on your host
PC. Simply open the ActiveSync window, click File, and
click Synchronize.

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Synchronizing via the Infrared Port

Once the MobilePro is configured for synchronization via
infrared, the ActiveSync component on the MobilePro
must be manually activated to initiate the synchronization
process. Simply tap Start, Programs, Communication,
ActiveSync to initiate synchronization via infrared.

Resynchronizing Your MobilePro

Once synchronized, you may need to re-establish commu­nication between the MobilePro and your host PC if you
soft reset the MobilePro or you warm boot your host PC.
To re-establish communication between the MobilePro and
your host PC, do one of the following:

Disconnect, then reconnect the PC Connect (serial) ca-

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ble.
Power off, then power on the MobilePro unit.

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Using Other Communication Devices

During synchronization via the serial port, the PC Connect
(serial) cable must be connected to your host PC. However,
you must disconnect the serial cable before using the inter­nal modem, IR port or a network card in your MobilePro.

Connecting Remotely

In addition to using your MobilePro as a companion PC,
when you travel you can connect by modem directly to an
internet service provider or a network remote access
server, to get email and to view web pages.

Refer to Chapter 5, “Setting Up a Remote Connection” for
details.

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GETTING HELP

The following table provides a comprehensive list of where
you can get help on your MobilePro 780, the software,
connections, accessories, and support.

Help Resources

Item Resource

MobilePro Operation
Windows CE

ActiveSync (formerly Windows CE
Services)

Pocket Word, Excel, Access,
PowerPoint, Internet Explorer, Inbox,
Calendar, Contacts, Tasks

Connecting to Internet Servi ce
Providers

MobilePro User’s Guide
Windows CE Main Help

Help file included with Windows CE. Tap Start then
Help on the MobilePro desktop taskbar.

Microsoft Windows CE for the Handheld PC
Home

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsce

Microsoft Windows CE for the Handheld PC
Frequently Asked Questions

http://support.microsoft.com/support/windowsce/faq
/default.asp

Microsoft Windows CE for the Handheld PC
Newsgroups

http://support.microsoft.com/support/news/Ngresult
s.asp?D=wce

Chris De Herrera's Windows CE Website
Home

http://www.cewindows.net

ActiveSync Help

After installing A ctiveSync on your host PC, click
on Start/Programs/ActiveSync to open the
ActiveSync window. Select Help from the menu bar
and click on Microsoft ActiveSync Help.

Microsoft Windows CE for the Handheld PC
Highlights

http://support.microsoft.com/support/default.asp?P
R=wce&FR=0&SD=SO&

Chris De Herrera's Windows CE Website ISP
Settings

http://www.cewindows.net/wce/isp.htm

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Help Resources

Item Resource

Software and Hardware Resources

Microsoft Windows CE for the Handheld PC

Resource Guide

http://windowsce.resourceguide.net

(For PC cards, Compact Fl ash cards, network

adapters, wireless modems, software, and more. )

Microsoft Windows CE for the Handheld PC

Product Locator

http://windowsce.microsoft.com/reftool/search/s_h

wsw.asp

MobilePro Accessories1

MobilePro Technical Support,
Warranty Service

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NEC Computers Inc. Accessories

http://www.nec-

computers.com/accessories_category.asp

NEC Computers Inc. MobilePro Support

2

http://www.neccomp.com (click on Service & Support)

NEC Computers Inc.

Support Telephone Numbers

800-632-4525, fax: [phone]

MobilePro Homepage

NEC Computers Inc. MobilePro Home

http://www.nec-

comput-

ers.com/store/product_line.asp?prod_line_no=4

1

For U.S. and Canada only. If you purchased this computer outside of the U.S. and Canada, please

contact a local dealer in your country.

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World Wide Web address subject to change.

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Introducing the NEC MobilePro

Identifying System Features

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Opening the Display Panel

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Using the Stylus

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Using MobilePro’s Power Sources

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Caring for the MobilePro

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Introducing the NEC MobilePro 2-1

IDENTIFYING SYSTEM FEATURES

The NEC MobilePro 780 is compact with features on
every side. The next few sections provide figures and
feature descriptions.

Around the Front of the System

The following sections describe front features beginning
with the display panel.

Display Panel

Your NEC MobilePro 780 comes with an 8.1-inch display
panel that you can adjust for a comfortable viewing posi­tion. See the section, “Making Display Panel Adjust­ments,” in Chapter 4 for information about adjusting the
panel brightness.

Display panel

A

– Display panel B – Display panel latch

C

– Stylus D – Scroll Dial

Display Panel (with built-in touch screen) — provides a

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touch screen that lets you activate functions by touch­ing the screen with the stylus or your fingertip.

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Display Panel Latch — secures the display panel when

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it is closed.
Stylus — a “pen” that serves as an input device for the

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touch screen. Remove the stylus from its holder to use
it.

Scroll Dial — allows you to scroll up/down or

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PgUp/PgDn

, depending upon your MobilePro Settings.

Keyboard Panel and Base Unit

The NEC MobilePro keyboard panel and base unit provide
the following features which are described after the figure.

Keyboard panel and base unit

A

– Scroll Dial B – Power Button C – Keyboard

D

– Status LEDs E – Microphone

F

– Earphone microphone jack G – CompactFlash card slot

H

– Suspend switch

Scroll Dial – allows you to scroll up/down or

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PgUp/PgDn

, depending upon your MobilePro Settings.

Introducing the NEC MobilePro 2-3

Power Button — allows you to power on and off the

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unit when it is open.
Keyboard — lets you a enter data with your fingertips.

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Status LEDs — keeps you informed of the system’s

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power status and notifies you about scheduled
appointments.

Status LEDs

A

– Battery charging LED B – Notification LED

 Battery charging LED

– lights amber when the battery is charging.
– lights green when the battery is fully charged.

 Notification LED — flashes amber as a reminder of

appointments, pages, etc.

Microphone — lets you record your voice.

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Earphone Microphone Jack — lets you connect the

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earphone microphone accessory to your NEC Mo­bilePro.

CompactFlash Card Slot — lets you install one

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CompactFlash card.

2-4 Introducing the NEC MobilePro

Suspend Switch — Shuts off the backlight when the

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LCD panel is closed. Puts the MobilePro into a suspend
state when the lid is closed (if enabled in MobilePro
Settings).

Around the Back of the System

The back of the NEC MobilePro offers the following fea­tures which are described after the figure.

Features on th e back of the system

A

– IR port B – Main battery pack

Infrared (IrDA) Port — allows the MobilePro to com-

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municate without cables with similarly equipped de­vices, including other MobilePros.

Main Battery Pack — provides battery power to the

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NEC MobilePro when away from an AC power source.

Introducing the NEC MobilePro 2-5

Around the Left Side of the System

The left side of your NEC MobilePro offers the following
features which are described after the figure.

Left side features

A

– AC Power port B – VGA port C – Serial port D – Not Used

AC Power Port — lets you connect the AC adapter to

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run your unit on AC power.
VGA port — provides a connection point for the VGA

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cable.
Serial port — provides a connection point for the PC

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connect cable.
Not used in some models.

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2-6 Introducing the NEC MobilePro

Around the Right Side of the System

The right side of your NEC MobilePro offers the following
features which are described after the figure.

Right side features

A

– PC card eject button B – PC card slot C – Modem port

PC card eject button — allows you to remove an

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installed PC card.
PC card slot — lets you install one Type I or Type II

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PC card.
Modem Port — provides connection access to the in-

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ternal modem using the RJ-11 telephone cable.

Introducing the NEC MobilePro 2-7

Around the Bottom of the System

The bottom of the NEC MobilePro offers the following
features which are described after the figure.

Features on the bottom of the system

A

– Soft reset button B – ROM bay cover C – Speaker

D

– Battery release lock E – Lithium-Ion battery pack

F

– Battery release latch

Soft Reset Button — lets you do a “Soft Reset” to the

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NEC MobilePro in case of malfunctions. Your data is
preserved if it has been saved in a file. Use your stylus
to press the soft reset button.

ROM Bay Cover — protects the ROM bay and the in-

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stalled ROM module.
Speaker — lets you listen to digital audio. You can

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program MobilePro audio to remind you of appoint­ments, notify you of operation events, or play applica­tion-associated sounds.

Battery Release Lock — locks the battery in its bay.

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2-8 Introducing the NEC MobilePro

Note:

when the battery lock is in the unlocked position.

Lithium-Ion battery pack — provides the system’s main

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The NEC MobilePro will not power on

battery power.
Battery Release Latch — allows you to release and re-

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move the battery (when the lock is in the unlocked po­sition).

OPENING THE DISPLAY PANEL

Open the display panel as follows.

1.

Slide the display panel latch to the right.

2.

Lift the display panel up and towards the back of the
unit.

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CAUTION

When the NEC MobilePro is not in use or when you
are carrying it, keep the display panel closed. This
helps prevent accidental damage to the touch
screen or keyboard.

Dropping the MobilePro may cause display panel
damage.

Introducing the NEC MobilePro 2-9

USING THE STYLUS

To use the stylus, follow these steps.

1.

Open the MobilePro display panel.

2.

Locate the stylus holder on the lower right of the dis­play panel. To remove the stylus, slide it away from the
unit.

Although you can use your fingertip to activate the
touch screen, never use hard-pointed or sharp ob­jects. These objects can damage the touch screen.

3.

Gently touch the pointed tip of the stylus to the screen
to select an object. When you are done using the stylus,
return it to its convenient holder on the MobilePro.

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CAUTION

USING MOBILEPRO’S POWER SOURCES

The NEC MobilePro 780 can be powered using the AC
adapter or the system’s main battery, making it a truly
portable system. The MobilePro also contains a built-in,
backup battery that recharges whenever the unit is con­nected to an AC power source. Read the following sec­tions for information about using the NEC MobilePro’s
power sources.

Determining Battery Status

You can determine battery status by using the power icon
on the lower right-hand side of the taskbar or through the
power icon in the control panel. The icon on the taskbar
displays as an electrical plug when the battery is fully
charged (battery charging LED lights green) or as a battery
while charging (battery charging LED lights amber).

2-10 Introducing the NEC MobilePro

To display battery status, use one of the following meth­ods.

Double tap the battery/plug icon on the taskbar, if pre-

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sent.
Go to Start, Settings, Control Panel, and double tap the

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power icon.

Recharging the Main Battery Pack

The main battery pack contains rechargeable Lithium-Ion
cells. Recharge a battery pack when you see the following
message displayed on your screen.

Main Batteries Very Low

To recharge a battery pack installed in the battery bay,
connect the AC adapter. See “Connecting the AC Adapter”
in Chapter 1.

The battery charging LED indicates the charging status of
the main battery pack when the NEC MobilePro is con­nected to an AC power source. The LED status displays as
follows:

Lights amber while charging.

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Lights green when fully charged.

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It takes approximately 4.5 hours to recharge a fully de­pleted battery pack regardless of the system’s power state.
However, if the main battery has been depleted for a pro­longed period, you must also allow time for the backup
battery to fully recharge (see the section, Recharging the
Backup Battery").

Introducing the NEC MobilePro 2-11

Note:

battery pack gradually declines. Should you notice
that the battery does not stay charged as long as ex­pected, it is probably necessary to replace the bat­tery with a new one. Please refer to the section
"Battery Replacement" in this chapter. Depending
upon use, a battery pack should recharge from full
depletion approximately 300 times during the life of
the battery.

Through normal use, the capacity of a

Recharging the Backup Battery

The backup battery charges while the main battery is
charging. It usually takes approximately 4.5 hours to re­charge both the main and backup batteries together.

A full 10 hours charging time is required under either of
these circumstances:

this is the first time you have used your MobilePro

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the main battery has been in a depleted state for a pro-

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longed period.

In these cases, allow ten hours for both the main and
backup batteries to charge, even if the LED indicator on
the front of the MobilePro lights green before the full 10
hours are passed.

To protect your data, do not use the system until the
backup battery is charged.

To recharge the main and backup batteries, connect the
AC adapter. See the section, “Connecting the AC Adapter”
in Chapter 1.

2-12 Introducing the NEC MobilePro

MobilePro Power Management

When your MobilePro is connected to an AC power source
and the main battery is removed from the system, be sure
to replace the main battery before disconnecting the AC
adapter to prevent possible data loss.

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The MobilePro’s internal data backup battery pro­vides power to maintain the memory contents for a
limited period of time when the main battery is re­moved and the unit is not connected to an AC power
source. The backup battery does not provide suffi­cient power to operate the system.

Do not remove the main battery from the unit for an
extended period of time unless the unit is connec ted
to an AC power source. The backup battery is not
user replaceable.

CAUTION

Battery Replacement

Note the following when replacing batteries:

If the main battery becomes weak, the MobilePro auto-

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matically turns off. Recharge or replace the main
battery immediately if the power goes off.

MobilePro has a built-in backup battery that maintains

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your data for several hours whenever the main battery
is depleted or removed. The backup battery is re­charged whenever the unit is connected to an AC power
source.

If you fail to replace a depleted main battery for an ex-

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tended period of time and the back-up battery is weak,
the contents of the MobilePro memory and all user data
may be lost.

Introducing the NEC MobilePro 2-13

Removing and Inserting the Battery Pack

Should you notice the life of a charged battery pack is
short, replace it with a new one. Follow these instructions
to replace a battery pack.

1.

Save your data, turn off unit power, and close the dis­play panel. Disconnect any cables attached to the unit,
such as the AC adapter cable.

Note:

both the main battery and the backup battery are
very low, immediately connect the AC adapter to
charge both batteries.

2.

Have a new Lithium-Ion battery pack available.

If you receive messages indicating that

2-14 Introducing the NEC MobilePro

3.

Remove the battery pack as follows.

Locate the battery lock and release latch on the bot-

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tom of the system.
Slide the lock to the unlocked position in the direc-

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tion of the arrow as indicated in the following fig­ure.

Slide the release latch in the direction of the arrow,

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as indicated in the following figure, and hold it.
Remove the battery from its bay.

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Removing the battery pack

A

– Battery release latch B – Battery release lock

C

– Lithium-Ion battery pack

Introducing the NEC MobilePro 2-15

4.

Insert a new battery pack as follows.

Put the new Lithium-Ion battery pack in the bay and

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slide the battery in the direction of the arrow, as in­dicated in the following figure.

Inserting the battery pack

A

– Battery release lock B – Lithium-Ion battery pack

Firmly press the battery until it is securely in the

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bay and clicks (locks) into place.
Slide the lock back to the locked position.

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Note:

locked position. The NEC MobilePro
on when the lock is in the unlocked position.

5.

Charge the battery. See "Recharging the Main Battery"

Be sure to slide the lock back to the

and "Recharging the Backup Battery."

2-16 Introducing the NEC MobilePro

will not

power

Battery Precautions

Read the following battery handling precautions to insure
your safety.

Adhere to these warnings when handling batteries.
Failure to do so may result in personal injury.

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There is a danger of explosion if the battery is
incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same
type recommended by the manufacturer.

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Discard used batteries according to the m anufac ­turer’s instructions. Never dispos e of batteries by
burning them.

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Dispose of used batteries promptly.

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Keep batteries away from children.

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Do not subject batteries to impact.

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Do not subject batteries to heat sources including
direct sunlight, open fires, m icrowave ovens, and
high-voltage containers.

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WARNING

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Do not recharge battery unless they are specifi­cally designed for recharging.

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Do not disassemble batteries.

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Do not solder or puncture batteries.

Introducing the NEC MobilePro 2-17

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WARNING (cont’d)

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Do not use a battery that is damaged or de­formed, has any rust on its casing, is discolored,
overheats, or emits a foul odor.

CARING FOR THE MOBILEPRO

The NEC MobilePro is a durable, dependable unit built for
extensive use and travel. Follow these guidelines to main­tain the condition and performance of your MobilePro.

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Immediately turn off and unplug the MobilePro under
the following conditions.

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The power cord is damaged or frayed.

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Liquid spills on or into the unit.

CAUTION

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Someone drops the unit or damages the casing.

Precautions

Follow these precautions when using your NEC MobilePro
and AC adapter.

Always plug the AC adapter cord into an easily acces-

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sible outlet. It is important to be able to easily shut off
power by unplugging the AC adapter if needed.

Avoid dropping or bumping the MobilePro or the AC

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adapter.
Do not stack heavy objects on the MobilePro or the AC

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adapter.

2-18 Introducing the NEC MobilePro

When using the AC adapter, make sure the power

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source falls within the unit’s compatible range of 100–
240 volts AC. Never use the AC adapter if the voltage
falls outside of this range. (Watch for this when travel­ing to other countries.)

Turn off the MobilePro power before attaching or re-

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moving devices.
Do not push any foreign objects into the MobilePro

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bays, connectors, and slots.
Avoid using the unit or AC adapter for extended peri-

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ods in direct sunlight.
Do not use the unit in humid or dusty environments.

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Turn off the MobilePro power before cleaning the sys-

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tem.
Avoid exposing the MobilePro or AC adapter to ex-

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treme changes in temperature or humidity. If it is un­avoidable, allow your MobilePro to adjust to room
temperature before use.

When cleaning the system, use a soft, clean, slightly

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damp, almost dry cloth. Avoid wiping the display sur­face with abrasive material, including rough fabric. Do
not use a cleaning solution; this may damage the plas­tic.

If the AC adapter becomes extremely hot, unplug the

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adapter and let it cool.
Keep the AC adapter away from the IrDA port to en-

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sure stable communication/transfer operations.

Storage Requirements

Store the NEC MobilePro and AC adapter in an environ­ment that meets the following conditions.

Introducing the NEC MobilePro 2-19

Maintain storage temperatures between 14°F and 140°F

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(–10°C and 60°C).

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CAUTION

If the temperature of the NEC MobilePro suddenly
rises or falls (for example, when you move the
system from a cold place to a warm place) vapor
condenses inside the system. Turning on the unit
under this condition can damage the internal system
components.

Before turning on the NEC MobilePro, wait until the
unit’s internal temperature equalizes with the new
environment and any internal humidity evaporates.

Keep the storage area free from vibration and magnetic

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fields.
Keep the unit and its components away from organic

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solvents or corrosive gases.
Avoid leaving the unit and its components in direct

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sunlight or near heat sources.

Routine Cleaning

Clean or dust your system as follows.

Never

use harsh solutions, household cleaners, or
spray cleaners that contain caustic m aterials on the
MobilePro.

These cleaners are usually high in alkalinity, which is
measured in pH. Using these cleaners can cause
the plastic surface to crack or discolor.

2-20 Introducing the NEC MobilePro

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CAUTION

Display screen — Carefully wipe the LCD screen with

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a soft cloth or a screen wipe designed for that purpose.
Special screen wipes are available through your local
computer dealer.

Unit case — NEC recommends that you carefully wipe

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the case with a slightly damp, almost dry cloth.

Introducing the NEC MobilePro 2-21

3

Introducing
Windows CE

Windows CE Operating System

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Microsoft ActiveSync

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Software Applications

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Online Help

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Introducing Windows CE 3-1

4

Using the NEC
MobilePro

Powering On and Off

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Making Display Panel Adjustments

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Using the Keyboard

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Adjusting MobilePro Settings

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Using the Voice Recorder

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Using PC Cards

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Using CompactFlash Cards

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Using the IR Port

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Upgrading ROM

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Resetting the MobilePro

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Using the NEC MobilePro 4-1

5

Setting Up a Remote
Connection

Preparing for Connection Setup

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Connecting the Internal Modem

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Connecting to an

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Internet Service Provider (ISP)
Connecting to a Remote Access

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Server
Sending and Receiving Email

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Activating a Connection

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Setting Up a Remote Connection 5-1

A

Troubleshooting

Your NEC MobilePro is designed to provide many hours
of service while you are at home or on the road.

For optimum performance, frequently back up and syn­chronize the MobilePro data with your notebook or desk­top computer. Then if something happens, most of your
data is still available. If you have problems, check the in­formation in the following table for possible solutions.

Troubleshooting

PROBLEM RESOLUTION

The MobilePro
has no power.

Check the main battery.
If you are using an AC adapter, make sure

the connections are correct and secure.
Make sure the battery bay release lock is in

the locked position.
Check that the ROM bay cover is properly

secure.

Nothing
appears on the
screen.

PROBLEM RESOLUTION

Try pressing the Power button again (the
unit might have turned itself off if it was not
used for a specified time).

Adjust the contrast.
Check the power connections.

Troubleshooting (cont'd)

Troubleshooting A-1

B

Display

CPU

User Data Entry Methods

Specifications

The following specifications are standard except where
noted.

8.1-inch, 640 x 240, 64K color, liquid crystal display
(LCD), with backlight, touch screen

NEC VR4121, 168-MHz processor,
optimized for Windows CE

78-key QWERTY keyboard with stylus

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17.5 mm alpha key pitch

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Touch screen (input via stylus)

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Scroll (Jog) dial

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Random Access Memory (RAM)

32 megabytes (MB); standard

Read-Only Memory (ROM)

24 megabytes MB; replaceable

Speaker

One built-in speaker

Specifications B-1

Battery Replacement

A lithium battery in some computers maintains system configuration
information. In the event that the battery fails to maintain system
configuration information, NECC recommends that you replace the battery.
For battery replacement information, call your local NECC dealer or the
NECC Customer Assistance Center.

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WARNING

There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the
manufacturer. Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.

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AVERTISSEMENT

Il y a danger d’explosion s’il y a replacement incorrect de la batterie.
Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du même type ou d’un type
recommandé par le constructeur. Mettre au rébut les batteries usagées
conformément aux instructions du fabricant.

Battery Disposal

The main battery is a Lithium-Ion battery.
The sub-battery is a Lithium/Vanadium battery.
Do not place used batteries in your regular trash.
The incineration, landfilling, or mixing of batteries with the municipal solid

waste stream is prohibited by law in most areas.

Contact your local waste management officials for other information
regarding the environmentally sound collection, recycling, and disposal of
used batteries. If you purchased or are using this computer outside of the
U.S. or Canada, contact a local NECC dealer in your country.

Infrared (IrDA) Communication

Baud rate — FIR 4 Mbps maximum

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Distance — 2 to 20 inches

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Serial Interface

Baud rate — 115.2 Kbps maximum

I/O Ports

Serial port (Direct Cable connection)

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IrDA port

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VGA port (output)

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Earphone Microphone

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Modem port

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Power port (DC in)

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Modem

Data — V. 90, 56 Kbps (AT command)

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Fax — 14.4 Kbps (Fax control command Class I)

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Note:

Upload speed is limited to 33.6 Kbps. Actual speeds
may vary depending upon line conditions.

The built-in modem requires a compatible service
provider.

PC Card Slot

One Type I or Type II PC card slot

Compact Flash Card Slot

One Type I or Type II Compact Flash card slot

B-2 Specifications

Download speed is limited to 53 Kbps.

Power

Recharge Time

AC Adapter

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 Input Voltage — 100 to 240 volts AC, 50 or 60 Hz
 Output Voltage — 9.0 volts, 1,000mA max.

Main battery — one rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion)

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battery pack (included).
Memory backup — approximately 7 days (with de-

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pleted main battery) at ambient temperature of 73°F
(23°C).

Note:

vary with ambient temperature and other factors . Al­ways make sure that your MobilePro is powered off
before you store it. Always recharge your MobilePro
as soon as possible after depleting the main battery.

Use the AC adapter to recharge the MobilePro main

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The period for safe mem ory backup can

battery and the backup battery.
Recharging time is approximately 4.5 hours when the

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system is on or off.
The backup battery usually recharges while the main

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battery is recharging.
Initial charging time for the main battery and the

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backup battery is approximately 10 hours with the
system off.

The system must be charged for 10 hours if the main

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battery is depleted for a prolonged period.

Specifications B-3

Accessories (ship with the system)

AC adapter – S1424-21A Listed Direct Plug-In Power

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Unit

 Input Voltage – 100 to 240V AC; 60Hz, 13W
 Output Voltage – 9V DC 1000 mA

Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery Pack

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PC Connect (serial) Cable

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RJ-11 Telephone Cable

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VGA Cable

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Stylus

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Dimensions

9.64 in. (w) x 5.2 in. (d) x 1.13 in. (h)

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245 mm (w) x 132 mm (d) x 28.8 mm (h)

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Weight

1.69 lb. (with battery)

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770 g (with battery)

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Operating Environment

Temperature — 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C)

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Humidity — 35% to 85% (No condensation)

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Storage Environment

Temperature — 14° to 140°F (–10° to 60°C)

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Humidity — 35% to 85% (No condensation)

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B-4 Specifications

Available Options

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AC Adapter (S1424-21A)
AA Battery Adapter (MC-BA10)
PC Connect (serial) Cable (S1424-12S)
VGA Cable(S1424-12V)
Stylus Pack (S1424-17A)
Compact Carrying Case (S1424-30A-D)
Standard Carrying Case (S1424-30A)
Deluxe Carrying Case (290-01500-000)
Li-Ion Battery Pack (MC-BA9)
Earphone Microphone (MC-EM1)
High-Speed Printer Cable (MC-RC3E)
16 MB CompactFlash™ Storage Card

(050-00054-000)

Specifications B-5

Nothing
appears on the
screen. (cont'd)

A low battery
message
appears.

When using a
PC card, such
as a modem,
the unit powers
off.

The AC adapter
doesn't work.

The keyboard
doesn't
respond.

Try recharging the main battery pack.
Check that the ROM bay cover is properly

secure.
Recharge the main battery.

Connect the AC adapter to the unit when
using PC cards that require large amounts
of energy.

Make sure that the main battery is installed.
Check that the AC adapter connections are

secure.
Verify that the AC outlet being used is

working. Do this by plugging in another
electric device, such as a lamp.

Reset the unit.
If you have installed handwriting recognition

software, be sure that you have not set the
“disable keyboard” parameter in that
software.

A-2 Troubleshooting

The serial port
doesn’t work.

The IrDA port
doesn’t work.

Check that the cable connections are
secure.

Check that nothing obstructs the path
between the transmitting and receiving IR
ports.

Check the information in “Using the IR Port,”
in the NEC MobilePro 780 User’s Guide.

Troubleshooting (cont'd)

PROBLEM RESOLUTION

The PC card
cannot be
accessed.

The touch
screen does not
respond.

The soft reset
button does not
respond.

Make sure the card is inserted correctly and
seated properly.

Connect the unit to AC power using the
adapter. Some cards do not operate
properly unless the AC adapter is
connected.

Ctrl Alt =

Press
Follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the recalibration procedure.

Reset the unit.
Remove the main battery. Reinstall the

battery and make sure it is seated properly.
Try resetting the unit again.

If the soft reset button on the bottom of the
system does not respond, you may have to
use the full reset button inside the battery
bay. Refer to the section, “Resetting the
MobilePro,” in Chapter 4 of the user’s guide.

This second procedure may result in the
loss of the memory contents including all
stored data, settings, and files.

Be sure to make regular backups.

to calibrate the stylus input.

For further assistance, call NECC Support Services at

1-800-632-4525

Note:

the U.S. and Canada, please contact the local NECC
office or their dealers for service and support.

If you purchased this computer outside of

Troubleshooting A-3

PREPARING FOR CONNECTION SETUP

Before you set up a dial-up connection for an internet ser­vice provider (ISP) or remote access server (RAS), and the
associated email properties, you need the following.

a modem (your NEC MobilePro is equipped with an

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internal data/fax modem).
an ISP or RAS account.

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configuration information from your ISP or network

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administrator that may include some or all of
the following:

 the dial-up telephone number
 TCP/IP settings
 port settings
 a user name and password, if required

You must create a new connection for each ISP or RAS
account that you want to establish. Once you have created
a connection for an ISP, RAS, etc., you can define an
email account for each connection, if so desired. Follow
the
instructions in the sections that follow “Connecting to an
ISP,” “Connecting to a RAS,” and “Sending and Receiving
Email” to create the desired connections.

5-2 Setting Up a Remote Connection

CONNECTING THE INTERNAL MODEM

Follow these steps to connect an RJ-11 telephone cable to
the internal modem.

1.

Locate the modem cover on the right side of the NEC
MobilePro and open it by pulling down the top of the
cover.

2.

Carefully plug the RJ-11 telephone cable into the
modem connector.

Connecting the telephone cable

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WARNING

Do not connect the internal modem to a digital pri­vate branch exchange connector, or the digital side
of an integrated digital network. Use only analog
phone connections. Failure to do so may result in
explosion or fire and will damage your modem.

During thunderstorms be sure to disconnect the mo­dem phone cable from the NEC MobilePro. Failure
to do so may result in explosion or fire.

Setting Up a Remote Connection 5-3

3.

Connect the other RJ-11 connector into an active
(analog) phone jack.

Now you are ready to create a connection for an ISP or
RAS account!

CONNECTING TO AN INTERNET SERVICE PROVIDER

Once you have established an account with an ISP and
gathered the necessary configuration information, you are
ready to create a connection on your MobilePro for your
ISP account.

Your Bonus Software CD may contain the application,
Ruksun

®

ConnectForce™ that enables you to automate the
ISP setup procedure described below and includes a data­base of phone numbers and communication settings for a
number of popular ISPs.

Follow these steps to create a new connection for your ISP
account.

1.

Tap Start, Programs, Communication, then select Re­mote Networking.

2.

Double tap the Make a New Connection icon.

3.

Enter a name for the new connection.

4.

Select Dial-Up Connection as the connection type and
tap Next.

5.

Use the dropdown box to select Internal Modem on
COM 4 and tap Configure.

6.

Select the required port settings and call options.
Tap OK.

7.

Tap TCP/IP Settings and configure the required Gen­eral Settings and Name Servers. Tap OK.

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8.

Tap Next and enter the required dial-up telephone
number. Tap Finish.

Once your ISP connection is established you can configure
your MobilePro for sending and receiving email through
your ISP. Follow the instructions in “Sending and Receiv­ing Email” and “Activating a Connection,” later in this
chapter, to send and receive email through your ISP.

For ISP settings, access:
http://www.cewindows.net/wce/isp.htm/. Although not an
official NECC web site, this site contains important infor­mation about ISP settings.

CONNECTING TO A REMOTE ACCESS SERVER

Once you establish an account with your RAS and gather
the necessary configuration information, you are ready to
create a connection on your MobilePro for your RAS ac­count.

Follow these steps to create a new connection for your
RAS account.

1.

Tap Start, Programs, Communication, then select Re­mote Networking.

2.

Double tap the Make a New Connection icon.

3.

Enter a name for the new connection.

4.

Select Dial-Up Connection as the connection type and
tap Next.

5.

Use the dropdown box to select Internal Modem on
COM 4 and tap Configure.

6.

Select the required port settings and call options. Tap
OK.

7.

Tap TCP/IP Settings and configure the required Gen­eral Settings and Name Servers. Tap OK.

Setting Up a Remote Connection 5-5

8.

Tap Next and enter the required dial-up telephone
number. Tap Finish.

Once your RAS connection is established you can config­ure your MobilePro for sending and receiving email
through your RAS. Follow the instructions in “Sending
and Receiving Email” and “Activating a Connection,” later
in this chapter, to send and receive email through your
RAS.

SENDING AND RECEIVING EMAIL

Before configuring the necessary email service informa­tion you need some or all of the following settings.

POP3 Host.

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Your user id.

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Your password, if required.

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SMTP host.

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Your email address.

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To send and receive email through your ISP or RAS
account, you must configure the services properties
through your Inbox. Follow these steps to configure the
email
services information.

1.

Double tap Inbox, tap Services, and tap Options.

2.

On the Services tab, tap Add.

3.

Select the desired service type and enter the service
name.

4.

Tap OK.

5.

Enter the information provided by your ISP provider
or network administrator.

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The Mail Services Definition screen consists of Re­quired information and Optional information. Fill in
all information as provided by your ISP or network
administrator.

Enter ISP information as follows:

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 POP3 Host — ISP POP3 Host name.
 User ID — Your user id.
 Password — Your password, if required.
 SMTP Host — ISP SMTP Host name.
 Return Address — Your email address. (If in a

unix environment <your email address>).

Enter RAS (Exchange server) information as fol-

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lows:

 POP3 Host — Exchange server name.
 User ID — Domain\your user id\exchange alias.
 Password — Your password, if required.
 SMTP Host — Exchange server name.
 Return Address — Your email address. (If in a

unix environment <your email address>).

Note:

check your
perience difficulty receiving email, check your

quired

If you experience difficulty sending email,

optional

configuration settings.

configuration settings. If you ex-

Setting Up a Remote Connection 5-7

re-

ACTIVATING A CONNECTION

Once you have created a new connection for each desired
service, you must activate the connection with that service
to open communication and send or receive email.

Follow these steps to activate a connection.

1.

Double tap the Inbox icon.

2.

Tap Services and verify that the service you want to
connect is selected.

The currently selected service displays in the drop­down menu and is designated with a dot. If necessary,
modify your selection before connecting and tap OK.

3.

Tap Services (again, if necessary) and tap Connect.
The connection dialog box displays and may prompt

you to enter a password. Otherwise, the connection
dialog box displays the connection progress and indi­cates when the connection is successful.

4.

Enter your password, if required.
Once the connection is established, you are ready to

send and receive email.

5-8 Setting Up a Remote Connection

POWERING ON AND OFF

Power on the NEC MobilePro as follows.

If you power off, then quickly power on the NEC Mo­bilePro, your system may erroneously report the
presence of CompactFlash cards.

In addition, repeatedly powering off and quickly pow­ering on, may cause data loss. NECC
recommends that you wait ten seconds after power­ing off, before powering on the NEC MobilePro.

1.

Slide the display panel latch to the right. Lift the dis­play panel up towards the rear of the unit.

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CAUTION

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CAUTION

Do not push the display panel beyond its pre­designed stop point as you open the panel.

2.

Locate and press the Power button. To power off the
unit, press the Power button a second time.

Powering on and off

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A

– Power button

Note:

the MobilePro automatically powers on when you
open the display panel.

The first time you power on the MobilePro, the
screen contrast may need adjustment. Refer to the
following section, “Making Display Panel Adjust­ments,” for details.

The first time you install the main battery,

If the MobilePro is not used for a specific length of time, it
automatically shuts off. You can select how long the unit
remains on through the Power selection in the Windows
Control Panel. On the Windows CE desktop, go to Start,
Settings, Control Panel. Double tap the Power icon and se­lect the Power Off tab to designate a power off time.

Note:

back up and synchronize data between your Mo­bilePro and your host PC.

As a general operation rule, frequently

Synchronization occurs each time you connect your
MobilePro to your host PC, once initial synchroniza­tion is configured. For details, see the section in
Chapter 1, “Connecting to Your PC.”

For details about backing up and restoring data, see
the section in Chapter 3, “Backup Up and Res toring
Data.”

MAKING DISPLAY PANEL ADJUSTMENTS

You can adjust the brightness of the display panel in the
NEC MobilePro using two function keys located at the top
right of the keyboard. Increasing panel brightness can
dramatically lower battery life.

Using the NEC MobilePro 4-3

Backlight

Follow these steps to adjust the panel brightness.

1.

Open the display panel and power on the unit.

2.

Press the brightness up or brightness down keys as re­quired.

Adjusting the brightness

A

– Brightness Up B – Brightness Down

You can conserve battery life by configuring your NEC
MobilePro to automatically turn off the display panel’s
backlight. Follow these steps to configure the backlight for
automatic turn off.

Automatic Off

1.

Tap Start, Settings, Control Panel.

2.

Double tap the Display icon and select the Backlight
tab.

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Automatic On

3.

Tap the desired selections to place a check beside the
selection. Use the dropdown boxes to select the de­sired time settings.

Backlight settings

In addition, you can configure the NEC MobilePro to turn
on the backlight automatically. Follow these steps to con­figure the backlight for automatic turn on.

1.

Tap the Advanced tab, shown in the previous figure, to
access the advanced backlight properties.

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2.

Tap the desired selections to automatically turn on the
backlight either while on battery power or when con­nected to an AC power source.

Advanced backlight settings

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WARNING

Using auto on while on battery power substantially
reduces battery life.

Enabling the Suspend Switch

You can configure your NEC MobilePro to power on or
off by simply opening or closing the display cover. The
suspend switch acts as a switch for both the power and the
display panel.

Opening the NEC MobilePro powers on the unit. To
power on the unit while it is open, use the Power button.

Closing the MobilePro powers off the unit and insures that
the backlight is off as well.

Follow these steps to enable the Suspend Switch.

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1.

Tap Start, Settings, then select Control Panel.

2.

Double tap the MobilePro Settings icon to launch the
dialog box shown in the following figure.

Be sure to select the “LCD Suspend/Resume” tab.

Power off settings

3.

Select either “Enable suspend while on battery power”
or “Enable suspend while on external power,” or both,
to enable the display linkage switch.

Note:

cally suspend while on battery power during syn­chronization, unless the battery charge is at a

low

status. You may want to connect your MobilePro
to an AC power source before synchronizing with
your host PC.

Your NEC MobilePro will not automati-

very

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USING THE KEYBOARD

The NEC MobilePro keyboard is equipped with many fea­tures including:

Application shortcut keys

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Brightness up/down keys

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Cursor control keys

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Control keys

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Feature keys are located as shown in the following figure.
Key operations are described after the figure.

A

– Applications shortcut keys B – Brightness up/down keys

C

– Cursor control keys D – Control keys E – Windows key

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Keyboard

Application shortcut keys — Ten application shortcut
keys allow you to launch applications directly from the
keyboard. For details about each key, refer to the sec­tion that follows, “Using Application Shortcut Keys.”

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Brightness up/down keys — Use the brightness

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up/down keys to adjust the NEC MobilePro’s panel
brightness.

Cursor Control Keys — Cursor control keys let you

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position the cursor on the screen where you want. The
cursor indicates where the next typed text is inserted.

Control Keys —

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Ctrl, Alt, Fn

used in conjunction with other keys to change their
functions. To use control keys, press and hold the Con­trol key while pressing another key.

Windows Key — You can use the Windows key to

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display the Start menu.

Using Application Shortcut Keys

The NEC MobilePro provides application launch keys lo­cated in the top of the keyboard. Use these keys to launch
applications directly from the keyboard. The key defaults
are listed in the following table.

, and

Shift

are controls

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Default Application Shortcut Keys

Icon Application

Inbox

Microsoft Internet Pocket Explorer

Calendar

Contacts

Tasks

Microsoft Pocket Word

Microsoft Pocket Excel

Microsoft Pocket PowerPoint

Ctrl +

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Voice Recorder

Microsoft Pocket Access

Calculator

Brightness Up

Brightness Down

Default Function Keys

In addition to the application shortcut keys, your NEC
MobilePro is equipped with default function keys as de­scribed in the following table.

Default Function Keys

Key Function

Fn + Space Backlight On/Off
Fn + Shift Num Lock
Fn + 4 Pound key
Fn + 5 Euro
Alt + < Contrast Up
Alt + > Contrast Down
Alt + Left Arrow Home
Alt + Right Arrow End
Alt + Up Arrow PgUp
Alt + Down Arrow PgDn

ADJUSTING MOBILEPRO SETTINGS

Your NEC MobilePro is equipped with a MobilePro Set­tings applet. To access MobilePro Settings, simply tap
Start, Settings, Control Panel, and double tap the Mo­bilePro Settings icon to display the applet's window. For
more details, simply tap the “?” to view the online help.

The MobilePro Settings applet allows you to configure a
variety of properties on your NEC MobilePro and includes
the following features.

External Monitor — Allows you to display the same

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image on both the display panel and an external moni­tor.

Color Palette — Lets you select a 256-color display or

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the default 64K color display.

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LCD Suspend/Resume — Allows you to designate a

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suspend option for the display panel lid, when closed.
Keyboard Layout — Allows you to select for a U.S. or

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international keyboard.
IrDA — Allows you to select the speed for IR transfer.

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Scroll Dial — Allows you to define the action of the

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Scroll Dial as
Built-in Modem — Allows you to specify a country

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Up/Down

PgUp/PgDn

or

.

for use of the built-in modem.

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CAUTION

Select the appropriate country setting for your built-in
modem to ensure compliance with the country’s
telephone lines. An incorrect country setting may
damage your device or the telephone line.

The list of compliant country’s outside the U.S. and
Canada is subject to change. For the latest list of
compliant countries outside the U.S. and Canada,
refer to NECC’s web site at

www.nec-computers.com

.

Connecting the VGA Cable

The VGA cable lets you connect the MobilePro directly to
a MultiSync monitor that has VGA output. Use an external
monitor to enhance your MobilePro display.

Connect the cable as follows.

1.

Tap Start, Settings, Control Panel.

2.

Double tap the MobilePro Settings icon and select the
External Monitor tab.

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3.

Tap to place a check mark in the box “Display LCD on
External Monitor,” and tap OK.

4.

Use the soft reset button to reset the MobilePro and
implement the new setting. For instructions about reset­ting the MobilePro, refer to the section, “Resetting the
MobilePro,” in Chapter 4.

5.

Power off the MobilePro.

6.

Locate the VGA port cover on the left side of the
MobilePro and open it.

7.

Align and attach the connector on the MobilePro VGA
cable to the VGA port on the left side of the Mo­bilePro.

Connecting the VGA cable

A

– VGA port B – VGA cable

8.

Connect the other end of the VGA cable to the monitor
cable connector.

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Be sure to properly align the cable connectors and
ports. Incorrect connection can damage the Mo­bilePro H/PC and the monitor.

9.

Power on the MobilePro and the external monitor.

When the setting, “Display LCD on External Moni­tor,” is selected, the MobilePro uses more power
than normal. To conserve power, be sure to deselec t
this setting when not using an external monitor.

Screen Resolution

Your NEC MobilePro 780 provides a display panel with a
640x240 screen resolution. When you connect the VGA
cable to an external monitor, and select “Display LCD on
External Monitor,” in the MobilePro settings applet, the
external monitor’s image is also set to 640x240. However,
some applications like Pocket PowerPoint, allow you to
increase the screen resolution on the external monitor to
800x600.

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CAUTION

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CAUTION

Follow these steps to increase the screen resolution on an
external monitor when using Pocket PowerPoint.

1.

Connect the VGA cable as described in the preceding
section, “Connecting the VGA Cable.”

2.

Launch Microsoft Pocket PowerPoint and open the file
that you want to display.

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3.

Tap Tools, tap Set Up Show, use the dropdown box to
set the entry to “External VGA,” and close the win­dow.

4.

Tap View and tap View Show to display the Power­Point presentation in 800x600 resolution.

Using the Scroll Dial

The Scroll Dial, located in the right-hand lid hinge, allows
you to:

scroll screens using an

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Up/Down

PgUp/PgDn

or

tion, depending on your MobilePro Settings.
launch an application from the MobilePro desktop.

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Locating the Scroll Dial

ac-

A

– Scroll Dial

Use the Scroll Dial in the following ways:

Using the NEC MobilePro 4-15

Move the dial up or down to toggle the up or down op-

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tions, then push in the dial to execute the up or down
action.

Tap to highlight an application on the MobilePro desk-

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top, then push in the dial to launch the application.

USING THE VOICE RECORDER

The NEC MobilePro features a voice recorder application
that lets you record and play voice memos. Recording is
dictation quality only and not intended for musical re­cording. Recording voice memos with the NEC MobilePro
is easy.

Follow these steps to record with the Microsoft Voice Re­corder.

1.

Tap Start, Programs, Accessories, then select Micro­soft Voice Recorder.

2.

Hold your NEC MobilePro with the microphone fac­ing you.

3.

Press the Record button (red dot) and speak into the
microphone.

4.

When you are finished recording, press the Stop but­ton (black square). A beep sounds when the recording
stops.

To playback your recording, tap to highlight your selection
and press the Play button (green triangle) or simply double
tap your selection.

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Menu

You may want to modify the recording format to improve
the quality of playback. To modify the recording format,
tap Tools, Recording Format and use the dropdown box to
change the format to PCM and to modify the Attributes to
a higher sampling rate.

Note:

microphone about three inches away from your
mouth while speaking.

Memory required for voice memo storage varies de­pending on user settings.

The Voice Recorder provides a variety of menu selections
under the File, Control, and Tools selections. Refer to the
online help provided with the voice recorder application
for details about its use. Just tap the question mark icon in
the upper right-hand corner of the screen to access the
online help.

Recording works best if you position the

USING PC CARDS

Your NEC MobilePro comes with a PC card slot that sup­ports one Type I or one Type II PC card. All PC cards are
approximately the same size, have a standard 68-pin con­nector and vary only in thickness. PC cards add
a variety of storage and communication functionality
to your MobilePro.

Windows CE supports the hot swapping of PC
cards. However, to avoid data loss, do not remove a
PC card while in use.

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CAUTION

Using the NEC MobilePro 4-17

When using a PC card in the MobilePro, we recommend
that you also use AC power. The batteries alone may not
provide enough power for some PC cards to operate prop­erly.

Note:

cards or the internal modem. Using the adapter can
help you avoid potential data loss caused by the
high-energy consumption of some PC cards.

Inserting PC Cards

Follow these procedures to install a PC card.

1.

With the PC card facing up, insert the card into the PC
card slot on the right side of the system.

Use the AC adapter when using PC

Inserting a PC card

2.

Verify that the PC card is fitted securely into position.

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CAUTION

Make sure you align the PC card correctly for inser­tion. Inserting a PC card incorrectly can damage the
card and/or the NEC MobilePro.

Removing PC Cards

Follow these steps to remove a PC card from the NEC
MobilePro.

1.

Locate the PC card eject button beside the PC card slot
and press it to release the card from the slot.

2.

Once the card is released, pull it the rest of the way out
of the slot.

USING COMPACTFLASH CARDS

Your NEC MobilePro comes with a CompactFlash card
slot that supports one Type I or Type II CompactFlash
card. A CompactFlash card provides a storage device for
your MobilePro and when inserted, creates a Storage Card
2 folder. To view the contents of the folder, double tap the
My Handheld PC icon on your MobilePro desktop, then
double tap the Storage Card 2 folder.

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CAUTION

Windows CE supports the hot swapping of PC
cards. However, to avoid data loss, do not remove a
PC card while in use.

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When using a CompactFlash card in the MobilePro, also
use AC power. The batteries alone may not provide
enough power for some CompactFlash cards to operate
properly.

Note:

pactFlash cards. Using the adapter can help you
avoid potential data loss caused by the high-energy
consumption of some CompactFlash cards.

Use the AC adapter when using Com-

Inserting CompactFlash Cards

Follow these steps to install a CompactFlash card.

1.

With the CompactFlash card facing up, insert it into
the CompactFlash card slot.

Inserting a CompactFlash card

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Note:

button pops out of the card bay. Pivot the button to­wards the left side of the unit until it fits into the re­cessed space next to the slot.

2.

Verify that the CompactFlash card is fitted securely

When you insert a CompactF lash c ar d, a

into position.

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Make sure you align the CompactFlash card cor­rectly for insertion. Inserting a CompactFlash card
incorrectly can damage the card and/or the
MobilePro.

Removing CompactFlash Cards

Follow these steps to remove a CompactFlash card from
the NEC MobilePro.

CAUTION

Note:

of the recessed space bef or e beginning the f ollowing
procedure.

1.

Save your data if you are storing it on the inserted

Pivot the CompactFlash card button out

CompactFlash card.

2.

Press the button beside the CompactFlash card slot.

3.

When the card pops out slightly, pull it out of the slot.

Using the NEC MobilePro 4-21

USING THE IR PORT

With the NEC MobilePro, you can send and receive data
to and from another similarly equipped device using the
infrared (IrDA) communication port. In addition, you can
use the IR port to synchronize data with your host PC, in
place of using the PC Connect serial cable.

Before using the NEC MobilePro for IrDA communica­tion, first configure/enable the IR port on your host sys­tem, then install Microsoft ActiveSync on your host
system.

Note:

your host system after installing Microsoft Active­Sync, you must re-install Microsoft ActiveSync be­fore establishing IrDA communication between
systems.

Follow these steps to use the IR port to communicate with
another MobilePro or your host PC.

If you configure/enable the IrDA port on

1.

Remove the PC Connect (serial) cable from the Mo­bilePro before attempting IrDA communication.

2.

Open the display panels on the two units that you want
to use for communication.

3.

Position the units so that communication ports face
each other. Position the units from 2 to 20 inches
apart.

4.

Be sure that nothing obstructs the path between the
communication ports on both units, and that the ports
are aligned properly.

5.

Send your data by using the “Send To” selection in the
Windows CE Pocket Explorer File menu.

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Highlight the file you wish to transfer and choose “Infra­red Recipient” from the Send To selections. Your file is
transferred to the other unit. The receiving unit uses the
File/Receive command to receive the infrared transmis­sion.

Note:

thing blocks the path between the two ports, data
may not be sent or received correctly.

If the units are too far apart or if some-

UPGRADING ROM

You can upgrade NEC MobilePro ROM by replacing the
currently installed ROM module with an upgraded ROM
module (when available).

data with your host PC and perform a backup of your
MobilePro data before upgrading your ROM m odule.
You may need to copy some files back to your Mo­bilePro following this upgrade procedure.

nents, discharge static electricity from yourself and
your clothing by touching a nearby metal surface.

Follow these steps to upgrade your MobilePro ROM mod­ule.

1.

Save your data to a host PC, power off the MobilePro,
and close the display panel.

Note:

Note:

Be sure to synchronize your MobilePro

Before handling any internal compo-

Using the NEC MobilePro 4-23

2.

Disconnect any peripheral devices attached to the Mo­bilePro, such as the AC adapter.

3.

Remove the battery pack. See the section in Chapter 2,
“Removing and Inserting the Battery Pack,” for de­tails.

4.

Turn over the MobilePro and locate the screw that
secures the ROM bay cover.

5.

Using a small screwdriver, remove the screw and the
bay cover. (The MobilePro does not power on when
the bay cover is removed.)

ROM bay cover

6.

With the small screwdriver, remove the two screws on
the ROM module.

7.

Gently lift up the ROM module to disconnect it from
its connector and remove it from the bay.

8.

Insert the upgraded ROM module into the bay, align­ing the connector on the module with the one in the
bay.

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A

– ROM bay cover

9.

Gently press on the module just above the connectors
until the connection is secure.

10.

Replace the two screws to secure the upgraded ROM
module.

11.

Replace the bay cover and cover screw.

12.

Push the full reset button. For details about using the
full reset button, refer to the section later in this chap­ter, “Using the Full Reset button.”

13.

After one minute or more, install the battery pack.

Note:

the ROM bay cover is secure and the battery lock is
in the locked position.

The MobilePro will not power on unless

RESETTING THE MOBILE PRO

Occasionally you may need to reset your NEC MobilePro.
For instance, you may need to reset after restoring data
from your host PC, after modifying the MobilePro’s con­figuration, when you are unable to power on using the
Power button, or when the operating system stops respond­ing.

The NEC MobilePro is equipped with two reset buttons,
designed for use depending upon specific conditions. The
two reset buttons are:

Soft Reset Button – The soft reset button allows you to

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restart the NEC MobilePro operating system while
preserving any saved data. This method is similar to a
“warm boot” on your host PC.

Full Reset Button – The full reset button restores your

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system to its original shipping configuration, erasing
all information that you have entered.

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Note:

at all times, you should perform regular backups of
your MobilePro information to your host PC. For
more information, see the “Back ing Up and Restor­ing Data” section in Chapter 3.

To ensure the safety of your infor mation

Using the Soft Reset Button

Before using the soft reset button to reset the MobilePro,
close any open files or applications, if possible. When you
soft reset the MobilePro, you may lose open/unsaved files.

Use the soft reset button to reset the NEC MobilePro as
follows.

1.

Open the display panel and remove the stylus from its
holder.

2.

Power on the MobilePro.

3.

Turn over the MobilePro.

4.

Locate the soft reset button on the bottom of the Mo­bilePro.

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5.

Using the stylus, press the soft reset button. (You may
need to press the button more than once.) This resets
the unit.

Soft reset button

A

– Soft reset button

Using the Full Reset Button

Use the full reset button only when your unit does not re­spond after doing all of the following.

Installing a charged battery.

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Connecting the unit to an AC power source.

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Verifying that the battery lock is in the locked posi-

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tion.
Using the soft reset button to reset the system.

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CAUTION

Using the full reset button to reset your MobilePro re­turns your unit to its original shipping configuration.
All data and applications are erased f rom RAM. All
open/unsaved files are lost and all user specif ic data
such as contacts, tasks, etc., are erased.

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You can only restore data that has been backed up
to your host PC. For more information, see the
“Backing Up and Restoring Data” section in Chapter

3.

The full reset button is located inside of the main battery’s
bay. Follow these steps to remove the battery and use the
full reset button to reset the NEC MobilePro.

1.

Open the display panel and remove the stylus from its
holder.

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2.

Remove the main battery as follows:

Locate the battery lock and release latch on the

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bottom of the system.
Slide the lock to the unlocked position in the

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direction of the arrow, as indicated in the
following figure.

Slide the release latch in the direction of the ar-

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row, as indicated in the following figure, and hold
it.

Remove the battery from the bay.

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Removing the battery pack

A

– Battery release latch B – Battery release lock C – Battery pack

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3.

Locate the full reset button inside of the battery bay, as
indicated in the following figure.

Full reset button

A

– Full reset button B – Battery connectors

4.

Using the stylus, press the full reset button. This resets
the unit and restores your system to its original ship­ping configuration.

You may be able to use a recent backup of your data to
restore your system to a more recent configuration. Re­fer to Microsoft ActiveSync on your host PC or the sec­tion in Chapter 3, “Backing Up and Restoring Your
Data” for details about backing up and restoring your
MobilePro.

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WINDOWS CE OPERATING SYSTEM

Windows CE is the smallest member of the Windows op­erating system family using the Windows 95 interface.
What exactly does smallest mean? It means mobility and
portability provided through a reduced code base. This
code base is completely 32-bit; it is multithreaded, multi­tasking and runs on different processors such as the NEC
V

4121 MIPS processor.

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Your MobilePro does not have a hard disk drive. The op­erating system and preloaded applications are deployed on
a Read-Only Memory (ROM) module; files that you work
on are stored in Random Access Memory (RAM) on a
RAM module.

The power of Windows CE is enhanced through its design
to easily link with your desktop computer to synchronize
your data. For more information about setting up your
MobilePro for synchronization, see the section in Chapter
1, “Connecting to Your PC.”

Using Windows CE

Windows CE is similar to Windows 95. However, some
actions are executed differently, as indicated in the follow­ing sections.

Tapping

Your NEC MobilePro comes with a stylus, a pen-like de­vice that allows you to touch, tap, or double tap objects on
the MobilePro touch screen. The touch, tap, and double tap
act just like a point, click, and double click of a mouse.

To simulate the click of the right mouse button, hold down

Alt

the

key while you tap or drag the object with the stylus.

Finally, never use a metal object in place of the stylus.
Metal objects may scratch the surface of the touch screen.

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Selecting Objects

You can select objects in Windows CE by tapping the ob­ject(s) with the stylus. To select multiple contiguous items,
hold down the
items. To select multiple non-contiguous items, hold down

Ctrl

the

key while tapping each item.

To move the blinking cursor while editing text in a pro­gram, simply tap the screen at the desired (new) location.

Dragging and Dropping

Dragging and dropping works just like Windows 95. To
drag an object, tap the object with the stylus and hold the
stylus against the screen. Continue to hold as you slide the
object across the screen. Lift the stylus from the screen
when the object is in the desired location.

To copy an object, simply hold down the
drag the object, as indicated in the previous section.

Windows CE Desktop

Windows CE gives you the newest features offered by Mi­crosoft for your NEC MobilePro and is very similar to
Windows 95.

Windows CE includes a desktop with built-in pocket ap­plications, a taskbar for quick navigation, online network­ing functions, and more. Your Windows CE desktop
provides the following icons.

Shift

key while tapping the first and last

Ctrl

key as you

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My Handheld PC — Opens Windows CE Explorer to

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display all the data on your MobilePro, whether stored
in RAM or on a storage card in the PC card or Com­pact Flash card slots. My Handheld PC is much like
the My Computer icon on the Windows 95 desktop.

My Documents — Provides shortcuts to documents

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most recently worked on, as well as, access to Pocket
PowerPoint and Pocket Access.

Recycle Bin — Gives you a trash container in which

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to put unwanted files.
Internet Explorer — Provides web access once you are

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connected to the Internet via the MobilePro’s built-in
modem and an internet service provider.

Inbox — Allows you to send and receive email mes-

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sages on your NEC MobilePro. Refer to Chapter 5,
“Setting Up a Remote Connection,” for details about
configuring your Mobile Pro to send and receive
email.

Calendar — Lets you schedule appointments, meet-

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ings, and other events and provides a variety of ways
to display the stored information.

Contacts — Maintains a list of names, both business

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and personal, for easy access while at home or on the
road.

Tasks — Provides a portable “to do” list for keeping

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track of all of your tasks.
Microsoft Pocket Word — Allows you to create and

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edit documents on your MobilePro.
Microsoft Pocket Excel — Allows you to view or draft

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spreadsheets.
Microsoft Pocket PowerPoint — Lets you quickly and

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easily deliver a professional online presentation.

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Microsoft Pocket Access — Allows you to access and

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synchronize information from other data bases.
Microsoft Voice Recorder — Allows you to record

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voice memos.
NEC Where to Get Help — Provides a comprehensive

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list of help resources for your MobilePro, the software,
connections, and more.

MobilePro Fax — Allows you to send and receive

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faxes.
bUseful Backup Plus — Allows you to backup and re-

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store your MobilePro data.
bUseful Script — Allows you to automate tasks such

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as logging on to an ISP, retrieving email, and more.

Note:

for example, only. Before using the scripts, modify
the scripts to suit your own needs.

The bUseful Scripts provided in ROM are

In addition, your NEC MobilePro includes additional utili­ties accessible through the Start, Programs menu.

ASL Connect Client for Windows CE — Provides

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automatic backup, restore, and synchronization fea­tures.

Citrix ICA Client — Provides a setup wizard to con-

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figure the Citrix ICA thin client for connectivity to the
MetaFrame server component.

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Pocket Applications

While Windows CE applications do not have all the fea­tures you may expect to see in applications on other Win­dows systems, these applications provide many powerful
features adapted for the mobile environment.

Your MobilePro, with its larger keyboard, highly visible
display, and longer battery life, allows you to obtain full
advantage of the CE-based applications. Write complete,
well-formatted reports, take detailed notes, and work on
spreadsheet data as you travel.

Microsoft provides a complete suite of applications ready
for you to use. These applications are available as a desk­top icon or accessible through Start, Programs in the
Accessories, Communication, or Games folders.

Calendar — Allows you to track your appointments

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and create meeting requests.
Contacts — Lets you store important information

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about your friends and colleagues.
Inbox — Allows you to send and receive email.

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Tasks — Gives you a place to create a portable "to do"

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list.
Microsoft Pocket Access — Provides a database pro-

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gram for the mobile professional allowing you to up­date and query data while you are on the road.

Microsoft Pocket Excel — Provides spreadsheet and

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data base functions for budgeting and other data tasks.
Microsoft InkWriter® — Lets you create handwritten

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or typed notes and drawings.
Microsoft Pocket PowerPoint — Provides an easy,

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portable solution for desktop presentations.

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