NEC MOBILEPRO 900 User Manual

MobilePro

Handheld PC

™

900

User’s

Guide

NEC Solutions America

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Contents

Using This Guide

Text Conventions......................................................................................viii

Related Documents...................................................................................viii

1 Getting Started

Welcome...................................................................................................1-2

Unpacking Your MobilePro......................................................................1-3

Getting to Know Your MobilePro ............................................................1-4

Installing the Main Battery.......................................................................1-5

Installing the Backup Battery....................................................................1-7

Connecting the AC Adapter.................................................................... 1-10

Setting Up the System.............................................................................1-12

Introducing the Software ........................................................................1-13

Connecting to Your PC via USB Cable..................................................1-14

Loading USB Files.........................................................................1-15

Verifying PC Connection Settings.................................................1-15

Connecting the USB PC Connect Cable........................................1-16

Installing Microsoft ActiveSync ....................................................1-16

Configuring a Network Connection.......................................1-17

Installing ActiveSync.............................................................1-18

Creating a Partnership....................................................................1-19

Verifying Synchronization Settings ...............................................1-19

Connecting to Your PC via Serial Cable ................................................1-20

Verifying PC Connection Settings.................................................1-20

Ensuring the Availability of the Serial Port ...................................1-21

Connecting the Serial PC Connect Cable.......................................1-21

Installing Microsoft ActiveSync ....................................................1-23

Configuring a Network Connection.......................................1-23

Installing ActiveSync.............................................................1-24

Creating a Partnership....................................................................1-25

Verifying Synchronization Settings ...............................................1-25

Connecting to Your PC via Infrared Port................................................1-26

Modifying PC Connection Settings................................................1-26

Setting the Infrared Connection Speed...........................................1-27

Enabling the Infrared Port..............................................................1-27

Installing Microsoft ActiveSync ....................................................1-28

Configuring a Network Connection.......................................1-29

Installing ActiveSync.............................................................1-29

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Creating a Partnership ................................................................... 1-30

Verifying Synchronization Settings............................................... 1-31

Synchronizing with Your Host PC......................................................... 1-32

Synchronizing via the USB or Serial Port..................................... 1-32

Synchronizing via the Infrared Port............................................... 1-32

Resynchronizing Your MobilePro................................................. 1-32

Using Other Communication Devices........................................... 1-33

Connecting Remotely.................................................................... 1-33

Getting Help........................................................................................... 1-34

2 Introducing the MobilePro

Identifying System Features..................................................................... 2-2

Around the Front of the System ...................................................... 2-2

Around the Back of the System....................................................... 2-4

Around the Left Side of the System ................................................ 2-5

Around the Right Side of the System.............................................. 2-6

Around the Bottom of the System................................................... 2-7

Opening the Display Panel....................................................................... 2-8

Using the Stylus.......................................................................................2-9

Using Power Sources.............................................................................2-10

Determining Battery Status ........................................................... 2-10

Recharging the Main Battery Pack................................................ 2-11

Managing MobilePro Power.......................................................... 2-12

Replacing the Main Battery........................................................... 2-12

Taking Precautions........................................................................ 2-15

Caring for the MobilePro.......................................................................2-15

Precautions .................................................................................... 2-16

Storage Requirements.................................................................... 2-17

Routine Cleaning........................................................................... 2-17

3 Introducing Windows H/PC 2000

Windows H/PC 2000 ............................................................................... 3-2

Using Windows H/PC ..................................................................... 3-2

Tapping................................................................................... 3-2

Selecting Objects .................................................................... 3-3

Dragging and Dropping.......................................................... 3-3

Looking at the Windows H/PC Desktop ......................................... 3-3

Desktop Icons ......................................................................... 3-4

Pocket Applications................................................................3-5

Using Print Features........................................................................3-6

Using Network Capabilities............................................................. 3-7

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Creating a Network (Ethernet) Connection......................................3-7

Microsoft ActiveSync...............................................................................3-8

Backing Up and Restoring Data.......................................................3-8

Using Microsoft ActiveSync for B acking Up and Restoring Data...3-8

Online Help...............................................................................................3-9

4 Using the MobilePro

Powering On and Off................................................................................4-2

Making Display Panel Adjustments..........................................................4-3

Configuring the Backlight................................................................4-4

Automatic Off..........................................................................4-4

Automatic On ..........................................................................4-4

Enabling the Suspend Switch...........................................................4-5

Using the Keyboard..................................................................................4-6

Using Application Shortcut Keys.....................................................4-7

Defining Application Shortcut Keys................................................4-8

Using Other Function Keys.............................................................. 4-9

Adjusting MobilePro Settings.................................................................4-10

Using the Voice Recorder.......................................................................4-10

Recording Memos..........................................................................4-11

Selecting Menus.............................................................................4-11

Using PC Cards.......................................................................................4-12

Inserting PC Cards .........................................................................4-12

Removing PC Cards.......................................................................4-13

Using CompactFlash Cards ....................................................................4-13

Inserting CF Cards.........................................................................4-14

Removing CF Cards....................................................................... 4-14

Using the IR Port....................................................................................4-15

Resetting the MobilePro .........................................................................4-16

Using the Application and Driver CD.....................................................4-17

Using the Internal Disk Configuration Utility ........................................4-18

5 Setting Up a Remote Connection

Preparing for a Connection Setup.............................................................5-2

Connecting the Internal Modem...............................................................5-2

Connecting to an Internet Service Provider..............................................5-4

Connecting to a Remote Access Server.................................................... 5-5

Sending and Receiving E-mail..................................................................5-6

Activating a Connection ...........................................................................5-7

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A Troubleshooting

Solving Problems.................................................................................... A-2

Replacing the Backup Battery................................................................. A-6

B Specifications

Base System.............................................................................................B-2

Power .......................................................................................................B-4

Dimensions and Weights..........................................................................B-5

Recommended Environment....................................................................B-5

Accessories ..............................................................................................B-6

Options.....................................................................................................B-6

vi Contents

Using This Guide

The MobilePro™ 900 User's Guide gives you the infor mation you
need to maximize the use of your MobilePro 900 handheld PC. Read
this guide to familiarize yourself with the MobilePro and its features.
For specific information, see the following descriptio ns.

! Chapter 1, “Getting Started,” provides all the information you need

to get your MobilePro 900 working and synchronized with your
host PC.

! Chapter 2, “Introducing the MobilePro,” introduces you to the

MobilePro features, battery recharging, and general unit care.

! Chapter 3, “Introducing Windows H/PC 2000,” provides an

overview of Microsoft

! Chapter 4, “Using the MobilePro,” shows you how to power on and

®

Windows® Handheld PC 2000.

off, make display panel adjustments, install PC and
CompactFlash™ cards, reset the MobilePro, and more.

! Chapter 5, “Setting Up a Remote Connection,” describes how to

configure service connections for an Internet service provider and a
remote access service. The chapter includes a description of how to
configure e-mail for each new service connection.

! Appendix A, “Troubleshooting,” walks you through some common

problems and possible solutions.

! Appendix B, “Specifications,” details the hardware specifications

for your MobilePro.

Using This Guide vii

Text Conventions

This guide uses the following text conventions for warnings, cautions,
and notes:

Warnings alert you to situations that could

result in serious personal injury or loss of life.

Cautions indicate situations that can damage

the hardware or software.

Note Notes give important information about the material being

described.

Related Documents

See the following documents for additional information about your
NEC MobilePro 900 Handheld PC:

! NEC MobilePro 900 Release Notes

Release Notes provide additional information ab out your NEC
MobilePro 900 that was not available at the time the user’s guide
was printed. Information in the Release Notes is the result of
extensive product testing.

! NEC MobilePro 900 User’s Guide

An online ve rsion of your printed NEC MobilePro 900 User’s
Guide is always available on the NEC Solutions America Web site.

Go to

www.necsolutions-am.com/mobilesolutions. Select Support,

Hardware, Handheld PCs, and your system model. Find the most

current online ver sio n o f your p r inte d user’s guide at this Web site.

viii Using This Guide

Getting Started

! Welcome
! Unpacking Your MobilePro
! Getting to Know Your MobilePro
! Installing the Main Battery
! Installing the Backup Battery
! Connecting the AC Adapter
! Setting Up the System
! Introducing the Software
! Connecting to Your PC via USB Cable

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! Connecting to Your PC via Serial Cable
! Connecting to Your PC via Infrared Port
! Synchronizing with Your Host PC
! Getting Help

Welcome

Congratulations on purchasing your NEC MobilePro™ 900 handheld
PC. The size and the instant-on capability of this device give you
immediate access to your mo st important work no matter where you
are, whether it’s e-mail, Web access, word processing, spreadsheets,
presentations, or enterprise class custom software.

In addition, your MobilePro 900 can synchronize with other computers
so your finished work is available where you need it. Picture yourself
in the following situations:

! Before a business trip, you synchronize all your unread e-mail onto

your MobilePro 900. In the air, you read and reply to fifty
messages, which get se nt automatica lly the next time you co nnect
your MobilePro to your office PC.

! You’re visiting an important customer, gathering feedback to

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

! You are on the road taking customer orders. Using custom software

developed by your company, and any analog phone line (or perhaps
a wireless modem), you connect to your company network to check
inventory and place the order. The rich software development tools
available for the Microsoft
increasingly common.

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operating system make this scenario

! During a few spare minutes in the airport, you check your e-mail

and send a note to your daughter wishi ng 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.)

Before you st art using your device for the first t ime, you need to install
the main and backup batteries and connect the AC adapter to start
charging the MobilePro. Then just turn it on and follow a few on­screen instructions to set the time and adjust the touch screen.

1-2 Getting Started

Unpacking Your MobilePro

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

Note Do not use the unit without the batteries installed. Be sure you

have completed the sections, “Installing the Main Battery,“ “Installing
the Backup Battery,” “Connecting the AC Adapter,” and “Setting Up the
System,” later in this chapter.

! MobilePro 900 (a stylus ships in a holder in the MobilePro)
! MobilePro 900 AC adapter
! MobilePro 900 PC Connect cable (USB cable)
! MobilePro RJ-11 cable (telephone cable)
! Lithium coin-cell backup battery (CR2032)
! Rechargeable 2-cell Lithium-Ion battery pack (main battery)
! Microso ft ActiveSync

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3.1 CD

! MobilePro 900 Application and Driver CD.

In addition, your MobilePro ships with the following documentation:

! MobilePro 900 User’s Guide (this document)
! MobilePro 900 Release Notes
! MobilePro 900 Limited Warranty
! MobilePro 900 End User License Agreement.

Getting Started 1-3

Getting to Know Your MobilePro

The MobilePro 900 offers you a portable system designed for
synchronization with your host PC. Standard fe atures include:

! Intel

! 64 MB of SDRAM
! 64 MB of flash memory
! 8.1-inch half-VGA DSTN LCD color panel with a 9-level

! 78-key QWERTY keyboard
! V.90 internal modem
! Built-in microphone and internal speaker
! Type II PC Card and Type II CompactFlash™ (CF) card support.

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PXA250 processor at 400 MHz/Intel® PXA255 processor at
400 MHz – an applications processor for advanced handheld
multimedia functionality

backlight control, 64K color, enhanced touch screen

MobilePro 900

1-4 Getting Started

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

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.

Your MobilePro comes with a stylus, a pen-like device that allo ws 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.

Before you can use the MobilePro, you need to:

! install the main battery
! install the backup battery
! connect the AC adapter
! connect to your PC
! synchroni ze wit h your host P C.

Installing the Main Battery

Follow these steps to install the main battery.

1. Unpack the contents of the MobilePro carton and locate the

MobilePro unit and the main battery.

Main battery

Getting Started 1-5

2. Insert the mai n ba ttery as follows:

! Locate the battery lock button on the bottom of the system

(see the following figure).

! Make sure the lock button is in the unlocked position (slide

the button towards the outside of the unit).

! Align the battery connector and tab with the battery bay slot

and connector.

! Align the grooves on the sides of the battery with the rails in

the battery bay.

! Slide the battery into the battery bay. Press the battery into the

connector until it is secure and clicks (locks) into place.

Inserting the main battery

A – Groove C – Battery Bay Rail
B – Battery Connector D – Battery Lock Button

Firmly press the battery until it is secure and locks (clicks) into

3.

place.

4. Slide the battery lock button back to the locked position.

Continue to the next section to install the backup battery.

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Installing the Backup Battery

A lithium coin-cell battery comes with your MobilePro. This is a
backup battery that maintains system configuration information. Install
this battery before you use the MobilePro. See the following pro cedure
to install the battery.

The battery can explode if you use a battery
that is not the same type battery (or an equivalent type) that ships with
the MobilePro. Use only the same type battery or an equivalent type
when replacing the battery.

Lithium acts as a catalyst when exposed to water and causes
spontaneous combustion on contact.

Keep the battery away from children. If the battery is swallowed, see a
doctor.

1. Locate the lithiu m coin -cell battery.

2. Locate the backup battery cover on the bottom of the MobilePro.

Using a coin (for example, a quarter), loosen the screw and
remove the cover.

Locating the backup battery cover and screw

A – Screw B – Backup Battery Cover

Getting Started 1-7

3. With the positi ve (+) side of the battery facing up, insert the

battery into the battery socket as shown in the following figur es.

Inserting the backup battery

A – Backup Battery (+ side up)

Checking the backup battery installation

1-8 Getting Started

4. Replace the backup battery cover. Tighten the screw to secure the

cover.

Replacing the backup battery cover

A – Screw B – Backup Battery Cover

The battery can explode if you use a battery
that is not the same type battery (or an equivalent type) that ships with
the MobilePro. Use only the same type battery or an equivalent type
when replacing the battery.

Do not recharge or disassemble the battery.
Do not dispose of the battery by burning it.
Lithium acts as a catalyst when exposed to water and causes

spontaneous combustion on contact. Discard used batteries according
to the manufacturer’s instructions. Promptly dispose of the used
battery.

Keep the battery away from children. If the battery is swallowed, see a
doctor.

5. Co nt inue to the next section, “Connecting the AC Adapter,” to

begin charging the main battery.
The color of the left status LED changes from amber to green

when the main battery is fully charged.

Getting Started 1-9

Before using the system for the first time,
charge the MobilePro continuously for 6 to10 hours to fully charge the
main battery. Allow the 6 to10 hours to pass even if the indicator light
changes from amber to green before the 6 to10 hours have passed.

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

You must repeat this full 10-hour charge cycle only if the battery
becomes fully discharged.

Connecting the AC Adapter

In addition to using the AC adapter to fully charge your main battery
for the first time, NEC Solutions America recommends usin g the AC
adapter when you:

! Recharge the main battery pack
! Use PC Cards or CompactFlash™ cards
! Use the internal modem
! Keep your MobilePro on for long periods of time.

the AC adapter and the MobilePro:

! When using the AC adapter, make sure the AC outlet is near the

MobilePro and is easily accessible.

! Keep the main battery installed when running on AC power.
! When communicating or sending transmissions for a long time, use

the AC adapter to conserve power.

Follow these steps to connect the AC adapter.

1. Insert the plug o n the AC ad apter cable into the AC power port on

the left side of the MobilePro (see the following figure).

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Follow these precautions whenever you use

Connecting the AC adapter

A – AC Power Port B – AC Adapter Cable

Connect the AC adapter to a working AC outlet.

2.

3. Open the MobileP ro display panel. The MobilePro features

instant-on power. If the system does not power on, press the
Power button at the top right corner of the keyboard.

Opening the display panel

A – Display Panel Latch

Note Using AC power saves battery life when you are on the go,

ensures that the battery maintains its charge, and helps prevent data
loss.

Getting Started 1-11

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

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

Continue working with the MobilePro 900 as it charges and leave it
connected to AC power after the light turns green.

Note Before using the system for the first time, allow ten hours for

the main battery to fully charge, even if the indicator on the front of the
MobilePro lights green before the full ten hours have passed.

Setting Up the System

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

Note Before you proceed, be sure you have installed the main

battery and the backup battery and you have connected the AC adapter
to charge your system.

1. Open the display panel to start your MobilePro 900 for the first

time. Press the Power button if the system doe s not start
automatically.

2. Follow the on-screen instructions to calibrate the touch screen.

Ctrl Alt = to recalibrate at any time.

Press

3. 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

“Adjusting MobilePro Settings” in Chapter 4.

1-12 Getting Started

Continue to the following sections to complete the setup of your
system:

! “Introducing the Software” to get acquainted with system software.
! “Connecting to Your PC via USB Cable” to configure the

MobilePro for synchronization with your host PC using the USB
port. The MobilePro ships with the USB PC Connect cable. The
default PC Connection is through the USB por t.

! “Connecting to Your PC via Serial Ca ble” to configure the

MobilePro for synchroni zation wit h your host PC using the serial
port.

! “Connecting to Your PC via Infrared Port” to configure the

MobilePro for synchro nization with your host PC using the infrared
port.

! “Synchronizing with Your Host PC” to activate the ActiveSync

components on the MobilePro and host PC.

Introducing the Software

Your MobilePro 900 features the latest version of Microsoft®
Windows

®

Handheld PC 2000 software along with additional

applications and drivers on the accompanying CDs.
Your MobilePro 900 software includes:

! Microsoft Windows CE operating system

The Windows CE operating system applications are preloaded (in
ROM).

! Microsoft ActiveSync 3.1 CD

This CD includes the ActiveSync software you need to install on
your host PC for access and synchronization.

Note The Microsoft ActiveSync software contains ActiveSync 3.1.

Systems with the Microsoft Windows XP operating system require
ActiveSync 3.5.

You can download ActiveSync 3.5 from the NEC Solutions America
support site (www.necsolutions-am.com/support, select Handhelds and

Upgrade to Microsoft ActiveSync 3.5) or from the Microsoft Web site

www.microsoft.com/mobile/pocketpc/downloads/activesync35.asp).

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Getting Started 1-13

! MobilePro 900 Application and Driver CD

The Application and Driver CD includes applications and drivers
you install on your host PC for the MobilePro 900.

For more information about your MobilePro software, see Chapter 3,
“Introducing Windows H/PC 2000.”

Connecting to Your PC via USB Cable

The MobilePro is designed to be a companion PC. Most users want to
synchronize the MobilePro 900 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 information in this section provides an overview of the
synchronization process using the s upplied USB PC Connect cable and
MobilePro USB port, followed by detailed instructions for each stage
of the process.

Use these procedures t o configure your Mobil ePro for synchronization
using a USB port (instructions follow).

! Load USB update files from the NEC MobilePro 900 Application

and Driver CD to the host PC.

! Verify the accuracy of the PC Connection default settings on your

MobilePro.

! Connect the USB PC Connect cable to your host PC and to your

MobilePro.

! Install Micro so ft Act i veS ync on your ho st PC.
! Create a p artnership between your host PC and your MobilePro.
! Verify that the desired synchronization services are configured.

1-14 Getting Started

Loading USB Files

Before you connect the USB PC Connect cable, use the following
procedure to load the required USB files from the NEC MobilePro 900
Application and Driver CD to your host PC.

1. Insert the NEC MobilePro 900 Application and Driver CD in the

CD-ROM drive of your host PC.

! If auto-insert is enabled on your host PC, the CE Setup menu

appears.

! If auto-insert is not enabled, go to Start, Run, and browse for

the CD-ROM drive.

2. From the CE Setup menu, select “USB Driver Install.”

3. Read the license agreement and click OK to accept it. The CE

Setup program installs the USB driver.

4. When an installation “complete” message is disp layed, click

Finish. The program goes back to the CE Setup menu.

Continue to the next section to verify the PC Co nnection settings.

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.

2. Double tap the Communications icon and select the PC

Connection tab.

3. Verify the following settings:

! “Allow connection with desktop computer when device is

attached” is checked.

! “Connect using: ‘USB Connection’” is displayed. If this

setting is not displayed, change the setting.

Getting Started 1-15

Connecting the USB PC Connect Cable

Before installing Microsoft ActiveSync, use the following procedure to
connect the USB PC Connect cable to both your MobilePro and to
your host PC.

1. Locate and open the USB connector cover on the right side of

your MobilePro.

2. Align and attach the smaller cable end of the USB PC Connect

cable to the “slave” USB port on the MobilePro.

Locating the slave USB port

A – MobilePro Slave USB Port

Connect the other end of the cable to a USB port on yo ur host PC.

3.

Continue to the next section to install Microso ft Acti veSync.

Installing Microsoft ActiveSync

You must install Microsoft ActiveSync on your host PC to enable
synchronization with your MobilePro. The Microsoft ActiveSync 3.1
CD that ships with your MobilePro contains the ActiveS ync software
designed for synchronization with Microsoft Office components. The
following procedure assumes Microsoft Outlook
synchroniz ation component.

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as the host PC

Note The Microsoft ActiveSync software contains ActiveSync 3.1.

Host PC systems with the Microsoft Windows XP operating system
require ActiveSync 3.5.

You can download ActiveSync 3.5 from the NEC Solutions America
support site (www.necsolutions-am.com/support, select Handhelds and

Upgrade to Microsoft ActiveSync 3.5) or from the Microsoft Web site

www.microsoft.com/mobile/pocketpc/downloads/activesync35.asp).

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Configuring a Network Connection

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

! Configure a WINS server on the host PC’s network, or,
! Configure the host PC’s IP address on the MobilePro using the

following procedure:

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

icon.

2. Highlight NE2000 Compatible Ethernet Driver and select the

Properties button.

3. In the IP address tab, select (place a dot beside) “Obtain an IP

address via DHCP.”

4. Select the Name Ser vers 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 95, 98, 2000, and XP, run Win IP Config. In Windows
NT, run IP Config. If you need assistance, see your network
administrator.

Getting Started 1-17

Installing ActiveSync

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

Note If your host PC uses the Windows NT

must install Windows NT Networking before installing Microsoft
ActiveSync on your host PC.

1. Insert the Microsoft ActiveSync 3.1 CD in the CD-ROM drive of

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operating system, you

your host PC.

Note The Microsoft ActiveSync software contains ActiveSync 3.1.

Host PC systems with the Microsoft Windows XP operating system
require ActiveSync 3.5.

You can download ActiveSync 3.5 from the NEC Solutions America
support site (

Upgrade to Microsoft ActiveSync 3.5) or from the Microsoft Web site

www.microsoft.com/mobile/pocketpc/downloads/activesync35.asp).

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

! If auto-insert is not enabled, go to Start, Run, browse for the

2. Click Next to start the setup wizard. The Selection Installation

folder appears.

www.necsolutions-am.com/support, select Handhelds and

appears.

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

3. Click Next to accept the default installation folder or modify the

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

4. Read the instructions about connecting your device and click

Next.
The host PC polls the MobilePro for synchronization settin gs. T he

New Partnership window appears.

Continue to the next section to complete the installatio n.

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Creating a Partnership

Once the host PC 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 co mplete the installation pr ocess.

Verifying Synchronization Settings

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

1. Double click the ActiveS ync icon.

2. Click Tools, Options and veri fy that the desired synchronization

services are checked. Modify the selections as required.

Note By default, synchronization of e-mail messages is not

checked. Be sure to select the checkbox for this service if you want to
synchronize e-mail between your MobilePro to your host PC.

Once installed, Microsoft ActiveSync automatically synchro nizes your
MobilePro 900 with your host PC’s Microsoft Outlook e-mail,
contacts, calendar, and task list each time you attach the PC Connect
cable to the MobilePro 900 and the host PC.

Note Whenever possible, Microsoft ActiveSync automatically

translates files and e-mail 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
others.

Getting Started 1-19

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, among

Connecting to Your PC via Serial Cable

If your host PC is not equipped with a USB port or the USB port(s) is
in use, use the serial port with the optional serial PC Connect cable to
synchronize the MobilePro with your host PC.

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

Use these procedures t o configure your Mobil ePro for synchronization
using the serial port (instructions follow).

! Verify the accuracy of the PC Connection default settings on your

MobilePro.

! Ensure the availability of the serial port on your host PC.
! Connect the PC Connect (serial) cable to your host PC and to your

MobilePro.

! Install Micro so ft Act i veS ync on your ho st PC.
! Create a p artnership between your host PC and your MobilePro.
! Verify that the desired synchronization services are 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.

2. Double tap the Communications icon and select the PC

Connection tab.

3. Verify the following settings.

! “Allow connection with desktop computer when device is

attached” is checked.

! “Connect using Serial Port @ 19200K” is displayed. (Change

this setting if necessary. If synchronization is unsuccessful,
check your PC to verify it is communicating at 19200k.)

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Continue to the next section to check the availability of the serial po r t
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 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 Windows device manager on your host PC to i dentify

potential conflicts for the serial port.

! Go to Start, Settings, Control Panel.
! Double click the System icon, select the Hardware tab, and

select the Device Manager button.

! Check the Ports listing to determine if any conflicts exist

(another device is assigned to or 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 port, you

must reassign the device to free up the serial port for
MobilePro synchronizat ion.

! Make certain the port is communicating at 115k.

Continue to the next section to connect the serial PC Connect cable.

Connecting the Serial PC Connect Cable

Before installing Microsoft ActiveSync, use the following procedure to
connect the optional serial PC Connect cable to both your MobilePro
and to your host PC.

1. Locate and open the serial port cover on the left side of your

MobilePro (see the following figure).

Getting Started 1-21

Locating the serial port

A – MobilePro Serial Port

Align and attach the PC Connect cable to the serial port on the

2.

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.)

3. Connect the other end of the cable to the 9-pin serial port on your

host PC. If yo ur host PC has a 25-pin serial port, use an ad apter
(available in most computer stores).

Note Before connecting the PC Connect cable to the serial port on

your host PC, be sure that the serial port is enabled in the host PC's
BIOS setup and that no conflicts exist for the port. For details, see a
previous section in this chapter, “Ensuring the Availability of the Serial
Port.”

in the ports. Incorrect connection can damage the MobilePro and the
computer.

Continue to the next section to install Microso ft Acti veSync.

1-22 Getting Started

Be sure to properly align the cable connectors

Installing Microsoft ActiveSync

You must install Microsoft ActiveSync on your host PC to enable
synchronization with your MobilePro. The Microsoft ActiveSync 3.1
CD that ships with your MobilePro contains the ActiveS ync software
designed for synchronization with Microsoft Office components. The
following procedure assumes Microsoft Outlook as the host PC
synchroniz ation component.

Note The Microsoft ActiveSync software contains ActiveSync 3.1.

Host PC systems with the Microsoft Windows XP operating system
require ActiveSync 3.5.

You can download ActiveSync 3.5 from the NEC Solutions America
support site (www.necsolutions-am.com/support, select Handhelds and

Upgrade to Microsoft ActiveSync 3.5) or from the Microsoft Web site

(www.microsoft.com/mobile/pocketpc/downloads/activesync35.asp).

Configuring a Network Connection

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

! Configure a WINS server on the host PC’s network, or,
! Configure the host PC’s IP address on the MobilePro using the

following procedure:

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

icon.

2. Highlight NE2000 Compatible Ethernet Driver and select the

Properties button.

3. In the IP address tab, select (place a dot beside) “Obtain an IP

address via DHCP.”

4. Select the Name Ser vers 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 95, 98, 2000, and XP, run Win IP Config. In Windows
NT, run IP Config. If you need assistance, see your network
administrator.

Getting Started 1-23

Installing ActiveSync

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

Note If your host PC uses the Windows NT

must install Windows NT Networking before installing Microsoft
ActiveSync on your host PC.

1. Insert the Microsoft ActiveSync 3.1 CD in the CD-ROM drive of

®

operating system, you

your host PC.

Note The Microsoft ActiveSync software contains ActiveSync 3.1.

Host PC systems with the Microsoft Windows XP operating system
require ActiveSync 3.5.

You can download ActiveSync 3.5 from the NEC Solutions America
support site (

Upgrade to Microsoft ActiveSync 3.5) or from the Microsoft Web site

www.microsoft.com/mobile/pocketpc/downloads/activesync35.asp).

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

! If auto-insert is not enabled, go to Start, Run, browse for the

2. Click Next to start the setup wizard. The Selection Installation

folder appears.

www.necsolutions-am.com/support, select Handhelds and

appears.

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

3. Click Next to accept the default installation folder or modify the

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

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.

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Continue to the next section to complete the installatio n.

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 the synchronization settings on the
MobilePro.

1. Double click the ActiveS ync icon.

2. Click Tools, Options, and verify that the de si red synchronization

services are checked. Modify the selections as required.

Note By default, synchronization of e-mail messages is not

checked. Be sure to select the checkbox for this service if you want to
synchronize e-mail between your MobilePro to your host PC.

Once installed, Microsoft ActiveSync automatically synchronizes your
MobilePro 900 with your host PC’s Microsoft Outlook e-mail,
contacts, calendar, and task list each time you attach the PC Connect
cable to the MobilePro 900 and the host PC.

Note Whenever possible, Microsoft ActiveSync automatically

translates files and e-mail 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.

Getting Started 1-25

Connecting to Your PC via Infrared Port

If your host PC is not equipped with a USB port or serial port or these
ports are in use, use the infrared port to synchronize the MobilePro
with your host PC.

The information in 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 MobilePro.
! Set the infrared connection speed.
! Enable the infrared port on your host PC.
! Install Micro so ft Act i veS ync on your ho st PC.
! Create a p artnership between your host PC and your MobilePro.
! Verify that the desired synchronization services are 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 Cha nge 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.

1-26 Getting Started

Setting the Infrared Connection Speed

Your 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 MobilePro

Settings.

2. Select the IrDA tab and select the appropriate infrared connection

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

3. Tap OK and close the Control Panel.

4. Using yo ur MobilePro stylus, press the soft reset button to reset

your MobilePro (see “Resetting the MobilePro” in Chapter 4).

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

Enabling the Infrared Port

The infrared port on your host PC must be available for
synchronization with your 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 envi ronment:

! Go to Start, Settings, Control Panel.
! If infrared is disabled, select the options tab and place a check

in the box “Enable infrared communications.”

! Place a check in the boxes: “Search and provide status for

devices in range” and “Install software for Plug and Play
devices within range.”

! Uncheck the box “Limit connection speed to.”

3. Click Apply and click OK.

Getting Started 1-27

4. Check the devic e manager on your host PC to identify potentia l

conflicts for the infrared port.

! Double click the System icon, select the Hardware tab, and

select the Device Manager button.

! Check the Ports listing to determine if any conflicts 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 infrared port,

you must reassign the device to free up the infrared port for
MobilePro synchronizat ion.

5. Reboot your host PC.

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 3.1
CD that ships with your MobilePro contains the ActiveS ync software
designed for synchronization with Microsoft Office components. The
following procedure assumes Microsoft Outlook as the host PC
synchroniz ation component.

Note The Microsoft ActiveSync software contains ActiveSync 3.1.

Host PC systems with the Microsoft Windows XP operating system
require ActiveSync 3.5.

You can download ActiveSync 3.5 from the NEC Solutions America
support site (

Upgrade to Microsoft ActiveSync 3.5) or from the Microsoft Web site

(www.microsoft.com/mobile/pocketpc/downloads/activesync35.asp).

1-28 Getting Started

www.necsolutions-am.com/support, select Handhelds and

Configuring a Network Connection

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

! Configure a WINS server on the host PC’s network, or,
! Configure the host PC’s IP address on the MobilePro using the

following procedure:

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

icon.

2. Highlight NE2000 Compatible Ethernet Driver and select the

Properties button.

3. In the IP address tab, select (place a dot beside) “Obtain an IP

address via DHCP.”

4. Select the Name Ser vers 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 95, 98, 2000, and XP, 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 Microso ft ActiveSync for synchronization
with Microsoft Outlook. The installation sequence may vary dep e nding
upon the Microsoft components installed on your host PC.

Note If your host PC uses the Windows NT operating system, you

must install Windows NT Networking before installing Microsoft
ActiveSync on your host PC.

1. Insert the Microsoft ActiveSync 3.1 CD in the CD-ROM reader of

your host PC.

Getting Started 1-29

Note The Microsoft ActiveSync software contains ActiveSync 3.1.

Host PC systems with the Microsoft Windows XP operating system
require ActiveSync 3.5.

You can download ActiveSync 3.5 from the NEC Solutions America
support site (www.necsolutions-am.com/support, select Handhelds and

Upgrade to Microsoft ActiveSync 3.5) or from the Microsoft Web site

www.microsoft.com/mobile/pocketpc/downloads/activesync35.asp).

(

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

appears.

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

4. Place the 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, Communication, and

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

the MobilePro for synchronization settings. T he New Partnership
window appears.

Continue to the next section to complete the installatio n.

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.

1-30 Getting Started

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 ActiveS ync icon.

2. Click Tools, Options, and verify that the de si red synchronization

services are checked. Modify the selections as required.

Once installed, Microsoft ActiveSync can synchronize the MobilePro
900 with your host PC’s Microsoft Outlook e-mail, contacts, calendar,
and task list each time you manually activate ActiveSync (see
“Synchronizing via the Infrared Port” later in this chapter).

Note Whenever possible, Microsoft ActiveSync automatically

translates files and e-mail 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.

Getting Started 1-31

Synchronizing with Your Host PC

Once your MobilePro is configured for synchronization with your host
PC, synchronization occurs when the ActiveSync components on the
MobilePro and on the host PC are activated.

When synchronizing via the USB or 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 USB or 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 USB or 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.

Synchronizing via the Infrared Port

Once the MobilePro is configured for synchronization via the infrared
port, the ActiveSync component on the MobilePro must be manually
activated to initiate the synchronization process. Simply tap Start,
Programs, Communication, and 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 if you warm boot your host PC. To re-establish
communication between the MobilePro and your host PC, do one of
the following procedures:

! Disconnect, then reconnect the PC Connect cable.
! Power off, then power on the MobilePro unit.

1-32 Getting Started

Using Other Communication Devices

During synchronization via USB or serial port, the PC Connect cable
must be connected to your host PC. However, if you are using the
serial PC Connect cable, 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 e-mail and to view
web pages.

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

Getting Started 1-33

Getting Help

The following table provides a comprehensive list of where you can
get help on your MobilePro 900, the software, connections,
accessories, and support.

Help Resources

Item Resource

MobilePro Operation

Windows CE

ActiveSync

NEC MobilePro 900 User’s Guide

An online version of the printed user’s
guide is available at
http://www.necsolutions-am.com/
mobilesolutions. Select Support,
Handheld, and your model system.

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

Microsoft Handheld PC 2000 Web site

http://www.microsoft.com/mobile/
handheldpc/default.asp

Chris De Herrera's Windows CE Web
site Home

http://www.cewindows.net
ActiveSync Help

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

ActiveSync 3.5 download Web site
http://www.microsoft.com/mobile/
pocketpc/downloads/activesync35.asp

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

Microsoft Windows CE for the
Handheld PC Highlights

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

1-34 Getting Started

Help Resources

Item Resource

Connecting to Internet Service
Providers

Software and Hardware
Resources

MobilePro Homepage

MobilePro Technical Support,
Warranty Service

Chris De Herrera's Windows CE Web
site ISP Settings

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

Pocket PC Magazine Buyer’s Guide

http://www.ppcmag.com
Handheld PC 2000 in the Enterprise

http://www.microsoft.com/mobile/
enterprise/papers/hpc2k.asp

NEC Solutions (America), Inc. Web
site (Mobile Solutions Division)

http://www.necsolutions-am.com/
mobilesolutions

NEC Solutions (America), Inc.
MobilePro Support

http://www.necsolutions-am.com/support

NEC Solutions (America), Inc.
Support Telephone Number

1-800-632-4525

NEC Solutions (America), Inc.
E-mail to Support Services
[e-mail]

Getting Started 1-35

Introducing the MobilePro

! Identifying System Features
! Opening the Display Panel
! Using the Stylus
! Using Power Sources
! Caring for the MobilePro

2

Identifying System Features

The NEC MobilePro 900 is compact with features on every side. The
next few sections provide figures and feature descriptions.

Around the Front of the System

See the following figure and information to get familiar with the
features on the front of the MobilePro 900.

MobilePro 900 – front features

A – Display Panel Latch G – Notification LED
B – Display Panel H – Battery Charging LED
C – Stylus I – Microphone
D – Suspend Switch J – Earphone Microphone Jack
E – Power Button K – CF Card Slot
F – Keyboard L – CF Card Eject Button

2-2 Introducing the MobilePro

! Display Panel Latch — Secures the display panel when it is closed.
! Display Panel (with built-in touch screen) — Provides a touch

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

You can adjust the 8.1-inch display panel for a comfortable
viewing position. The display panel features a 9-level bac klight
that you can adjust for best viewing and power conservation. See
“Making Display Panel Adjustment s,” in Chapt er 4, for
information about adjusting the panel brightness.

! Stylus — A “pen” that serves as an input device for the touch

screen. To use, remove the stylus from its holder (see “Using the
Stylus” later in this chapter).

! Suspend Switch — Shuts off the backli ght when the LCD panel is

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

! Power Button — Allows you to power on and off the unit when it

is open.

! Keyboard — Lets you enter data.
! Notification LED — Keeps you informed about sc hed uled

appointments. Flashes amber as a reminder of appointments, pages,
etc.

! Battery Charging LED — Indicates the status of system power.

— Lights amber when the battery is charging.
— Lights green when the battery is fully charged.

! Microphone — Lets you record your voice.
! Earphone Microphone Jack — Lets you connect the earphone

microphone accessory to your MobilePro.

! CF Card Slot — Lets you install one Type II CF card.
! CF Card Eject Button — Lets you eject an installed CF card.

Introducing the MobilePro 2-3

Around the Back of the System

The back of the NEC MobilePro offers the features shown in the
following figure. Features are described after the figure.

Features on the back of the system

A – Infrared Port B – Main Battery Pack

! Infrared (IrDA) Port — Allows the MobilePro to communicate

without cab les with similarly equip ped devices, including other
MobilePros.

! Main Battery Pack — Provides battery power to the MobileP r o

when you are away from an AC power source.

2-4 Introducing the MobilePro

Around the Left Side of the System

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

Left side features

A – Kensington Lock Slot D – VGA Port
B – Modem Port E – Serial Port
C – AC Power Port

! Kensington

®

Lock Slot — Allows you to attach a Kensington
security lock or other compatible lock to secure the MobilePro
from thef t.

! Modem Port — Provides connection access to the internal modem

using the RJ-11 telephone cable.

! AC Power Port — Lets you connect the AC adapter to run your

unit on AC power.

! VGA Port — Provides a connection point for the VGA cable and

an external monitor.

! Serial Port — Provides a connection point for the optional serial

PC Connect cable.

Introducing the MobilePro 2-5

Around the Right Side of the System

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

Right side features

A – PC Card Eject Button C – USB Host Port
B – PC Card Slot D – USB Slave Port

! PC Card Eject Button — Allows you to remove an installed PC

Card.

! PC Card Slot — Lets you install one Type II PC card.
! USB Host/Slave Ports — Pr ovide a standard USB connector for a

USB host connection and a Mini USB type B connector for a USB
slave connection.

2-6 Introducing the MobilePro

Around the Bottom of the System

The bottom of the NEC MobilePro offers the features shown in the
following figure. Features are described after the figure.

Features on the bottom of the system

A – Battery Lock Button D – Battery Release Button
B – Backup Battery Cover Screw E – Soft Reset Button
C – Backup Battery Cover F – Speaker

! Battery Lock Button — Locks and unlocks the main battery for

securing the battery in its bay or for releasing the battery.

Note You cannot use your MobilePro when the battery lock is in

the unlocked position. The system displays an error message.

! Battery Release Button — Allows you to release and remove the

main battery (when the lock button is in the unlocked position).

! Backup Battery Cover Screw — Secures the backup battery cover.

Use a coin, for example, a quarter, to release and secure the screw.

! Backup Battery Cover — Provides access to the backup battery

socket and battery. See “Installing the Backup Battery” in
Chapter 1 to install the backup battery.

Introducing the MobilePro 2-7

! Soft Reset Button — Lets you do a “soft reset” to the MobilePro in

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

The reset button design requires the use of
the stylus. Only use the MobilePro 900 stylus to reset the system. Use
of another tool can damage the MobilePro.

! Speaker — Lets you listen to digital audio. You can program

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

Opening the Display Panel

Follow these steps to open the disp lay panel.

1. Slide the disp lay panel latch to the right.

2. Lift the display panel up and towards the back of the system.

Opening the display panel

A –Display Panel Latch

When the 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.

2-8 Introducing the MobilePro

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 side of the display

panel (see “Around the Front of the System” earlier in this
chapter). To remove the stylus, slide it away from the unit.

MobilePro 900 Stylus

the touch screen, never use hard-pointed or sharp objects. These
objects can damage the touch screen.

Never use a ball-point pen on the touch screen.

The MobilePro 900 warranty does not cover damage to the touch
screen caused by a ball-point pen or other sharp objects.

Although you can use your fingertip to activate

3. Gently touch the pointed tip of the stylus to the screen to select an

object. You can touch, tap, or double tap objects on the MobilePro
touch screen.

Note The touch, tap, and double tap act just like a point, click, and

double click of a mouse.
See “Using Windows H/PC” in Chapter 3 of this guide for additional

information about using the stylus.

4. When you are d one using the stylus, return it to its convenient

holder in the MobilePro.

Introducing the MobilePro 2-9

Using Power Sources

The MobilePro 900 can be powered using the AC adapter or the
system’s main battery, making it a truly portable system. The
MobilePro also contains an internal data backup battery whenever the
unit is connected to an AC power source.

Read the following sections for information about using the
MobilePro’s power sources.

Before using the system for the first time,
charge the MobilePro continuously for 6 to10 hours to fully charge the
main battery. Allow the 6 to10 hours to pass even if the indicator light
changes from amber to green before the 6 to10 hours have passed.

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

You must repeat this full 10-hour charge cycle only if the battery
becomes fully discharged.

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).

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

! Double tap the battery/plug icon on the taskbar, if prese nt.
! Go to Start, Settings, Control Panel, and double tap the Power icon.

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If you receive a message indicating that the
main battery is very low, immediately connect the AC adapter to charge
the battery.

You cannot use your MobilePro when the battery lock is in the unlocked
position. The system displays an error message.

The battery does not charge when the battery lock button is in the
unlocked position.

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 MobilePro is connected to an AC power source.

The LED status is displayed as follows:

! Lights amber while charging.
! Lights green when fully charged.

It takes approximately 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 allow 6 to 10 hours
for the main battery to fully recharge.

Note Through normal use, the capacity of a 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 main battery
with a new one. Please see “Replacing the Main Battery” later in this
chapter. Depending upon use, a battery pack should recharge from full
depletion approximately 300 times during the life of the battery.

Introducing the MobilePro 2-11

Managing MobilePro Power

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.

The MobilePro’s internal data bac kup 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 connected to an AC power source.

Replacing the Main Battery

Note the following when replacing batteries:

! If the main battery becomes weak, the MobilePro automatically

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

! The MobilePro backup battery maintains your data for several

hours whenever the main battery is depleted or removed.

If you fail to replace a depleted main battery
for an extended period of time and the backup battery is weak, the
contents of the MobilePro memory and all user data may be lost.

Should you notice the life of a charged battery pack is short, replace it
with a new one. Use the following procedure 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 PC Connect
cable.

2. Have a lithium ion battery pack available.

3. Remove the battery pack as follows:

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! Locate the battery lock and release buttons on the bottom of

the system.

! Slide the lock button to the unlocked position in the direction

of the arrow as indicated in the following figure.

! Slide the release button in the direction of its arrow, as

indicated in the following figure, and hold it.

! Remove the battery from its bay.

Removing the battery pack

A – Battery Release Button C – Battery Lock Button
B – Lithium Battery Pack

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4. Insert a new battery pack as follows:

! Make sure the lock button is in the unlocked position.
! Align the battery connector with the battery bay connector

and align the grooves on the sides of the battery with the rails
in the battery bay.

! Slide the battery into the battery bay. Press the battery into the

connector until it is secure and clicks (locks) into place.

! Slide battery lock button to the locked position.

Inserting the battery pack

A – Battery Groove C – Rail
B – Battery Connector D – Battery Lock Button

Note You cannot use your MobilePro when the battery lock button is

in the unlocked position. The system displays an error message.
The battery does not charge when the battery lock button is in the

unlocked position.

5. Charge the battery. See the section earlier in this chapter,

“Recharging the Main Battery.”

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Taking Precautions

Read the following battery handling precautions to ensure your safety.

batteries. Failure to do so may result in personal injury.

! There is a danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same type recommended by the
manufacturer.

! Discard used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Never dispose of batteries by burning them.

! Dispose of used batteries promptly.
! Keep batteries away from children.
! Do not subject batteries to impact.
! Do not subject batteries to heat sources including direct sunlight,

open fires, microwave ovens, and high-voltage containers.

! Do not recharge batteries unless they are specifically designed for

recharging.

! Do not disassemble batteries.
! Do not solder or puncture batteries.
! Do not use a battery that is damaged or deformed, has any rust on

its casing, is discolored, overheats, or emits a foul odor.

Adhere to these warnings when handling

Caring for the MobilePro

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

To prevent injury, immediately turn off and

unplug the MobilePro under the following conditions:

! The power cord is damaged or frayed.
! Liquid spills on or into the unit.
! Someone drops the unit or damages the casing.

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Precautions

Follow these precautions when using your MobilePro and AC adapter.

! Always plug the AC adapter cord into an easily accessible 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 adapter.
! Do not stack heavy objects on the MobilePro or the AC adapter.
! When using the AC adapter, make sure the power 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 removing

devices.

! Do not push any foreign objects into the MobilePro bays,

connectors, and slots.

! Avoid using the unit or AC adapter for extended periods in direct

sunlight.

! Do not use the unit in humid or dusty environments.
! Turn off the MobilePro power before cleaning the system.
! Avoid exposing the MobilePro or AC adapter to extreme 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 damp, almost

dry cloth. Avoid wiping the display surface with abrasive material,
including r ough fabric. Do not use a c l eaning sol ut ion; this may
damage the plastic.

! If the AC adapter becomes extremely hot, unplug the adapter and

let it cool.

! Keep the AC adapter away from the IrDA port to ensure stable

communication/transfer operations.

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Storage Requirements

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

! Maintain storage temperatures between 14°F and 140°F

(–10°C and 60°C).

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 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 fields.
! Keep the MobilePro and its components away from organic

solvents or corrosive gases.

! Avoid leaving the MobilePro and its components in direct sunlight

or near heat sources.

If the temperature of the MobilePro suddenly

Routine Cleaning

Clean or dust your system as follows.

! Display screen — Carefully wipe the LCD screen with a soft cloth

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

! Unit case — Carefully wipe the case with a slightly damp, almost

dry cloth.

cleaners, or spray cleaners that contain caustic materials 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.

Never use harsh solutions, household

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3

Introducing Windows H/PC 2000

! Windows H/PC 2000
! Microsoft ActiveSync
! Online Help

Windows H/PC 2000

Microsoft Windows Handheld PC (H/PC) 2000 includes the Windows
CE 3.0 operating system and built-in productivity applications.
Windows CE 3.0 uses the same core operating system as the Pocket
PC platform.

Windows H/PC combines the reduced code base of Windows CE and
the look and feel of a typical desktop PC for device mobility and
portability. The Windows H/PC design features an interface with the
look and feel of a typical desktop PC, making it easier to use than the
simplified Pocket PC interface.

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.

Linking with your host PC to synchronize your data enhances the
power of Windows CE. For more information abo ut setting up your
MobilePro for synchro ni zation, see Chapter 1.

Using Windows H/PC

Windows H/PC operates similar to standard Windows operating
systems on desktop or notebook computers. However, some actions are
executed differently, as indicated in the following sections.

Tapping

Your MobilePro comes with a stylus, a pen-like device that allo ws 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 the
while you tap or drag the object with the stylus.

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Alt key

the touch screen, never use hard-pointed or sharp objects. These
objects can damage the touch screen.

Never use a ball-point pen on the touch screen.

The MobilePro 900 warranty does not cover damage to the touch
screen caused by a ball-point pen or other sharp objects.

Selecting Objects

You can select objects in Windows H/PC by tapping the object(s) with
the stylus. To select multiple contiguous items, hold down the
key while tapping the first and last items. To select multiple non­contiguous items, hold down the

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

Dragging and Droppin g

Dragging and dropping works just like in other Windows operating
systems. 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.

Although you can use your fingertip to activate

Shift

Ctrl key while tapping each item.

To copy an object, simply hold down the

Ctrl key as you drag the

object, as indicated in the previous section.

Looking at the Windows H/PC Desktop

Windows H/PC gives you t he newest features offered by Microsoft for
your NEC MobilePro and is very similar to other W indows operating
systems.

Windows H/PC includes a desktop with built-in pocket applications, a
taskbar for quick navi gation, online networ king functions, and more.

Introducing Windows H/PC 2000 3-3

Desktop Icons

Your desktop provides the following icons.

! My Handheld PC — Opens Windows CE E xplorer to display all

the data on your MobilePro, whether stored in RAM or on a storage
card in the PC Card or CompactFlash card slots. My Handheld PC
is much like the My Computer icon on the other Windows
desktops.

! My Documents — Provides shortcuts to doc uments most recently

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

! Recycle Bin — Gives you a trash container in which to put

unwanted files.

! Internet Explorer — Provides web access once you are connected

to the Internet via the MobilePro’s built-in modem and an Internet
service provider (ISP).

! Inbox — Allows you to send and receive e-mail messages on your

NEC MobilePro. Refer to Chapter 5 , “Setting Up a Remote
Connection,” for details about configuring your MobileP r o to send
and receive e-mail.

! Calendar — Lets you schedule appointments, meetings, and other

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

! Contacts — Maintains a list of names, both business and personal,

for easy access while at home or on the road.

! Tasks — Provides a portable “to do” list for keeping track of all of

your tasks.

! Microsoft Pocket Word — Allows you to create and edit

documents on your MobilePro.

! Microsoft Pocket Excel — Allows you to view or draft

spreadsheets.

! Microsoft Pocket PowerPoint — Lets you quickly and easily

deliver a professional online presentation.

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! Microsoft Pocket Access — Allows you to access and synchronize

information from other databases.

! Microsoft Voice Recorder — Allows you to record voice memos.

In addition, your NEC MobilePro includes other p r ograms and utilities
accessible through the Start, Programs menu.

Pocket Applications

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

Your Mobil ePro, with its la rger keyboa rd, highly visible display, and
longer battery life, allows you to obtain full advantage of the H/PC­based 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. These include but are not limited to the following applications.

! Windows Media Player — Lets you play .wma (Windows Media

Audio format) and .mp3 files.

! Microsoft InkWriter

notes and drawings.

®

— Lets you create handwritten or typed

! Microsoft Voice Recorder — Provides an easy way to quickly

capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, and phone numbers.

! ActiveSync — Lets you initiate synchronization with your host PC.
! PC Link — Allo ws you to initiate a connection with your host PC.
! Remote Networking — Allows you to configure remote access

accounts for connecting to your ISP, your local area network, and
more.

! Terminal — Lets you view and download files from a bulletin

board or to send and receive email.

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! Calculator — Allows you to perform calculations.
! Solitaire — Provides entertainment while on the road.

For more information about each of the applications, just click the
question mark or select the help button when using each application.

Using Print Features

Windows H/PC provides printing capability using Hewlett-Packard
(HP) PCL Level 3 and compatible printing devices that support USB,
serial, or infrared connection. Using a USB or serial cable, or infrared
transfer, you can print a variety of high-quality documents directly
from the MobilePro including:

! Pocket Word and Pocket Excel files
! Contacts and Task lists
! A view of your schedule or agenda in Calendar
! Inbox messages.

Follow these steps to print documents using your MobilePro.

1. Open the desired Pocket application.

2. Tap File and tap Print.

The print dialog box appears.

3. Select the appropriate printer setting, “PCL Laser ” or “PCL

Inkjet.”

4. Select the appropriate port setting, COM1 @ 57600, COM1 @

9600, IrDA, LPT1, or Networ k.

5. Select other pr inti ng attr ib utes as required.

6. Tap OK.

For additional details about using the IR port for printing and
transferring data, refer to the section in Chapter 4, “Using the IR Port.”

3-6 Introducing Windows H/PC 2000

Using Network Capabilities

Your MobilePro takes full advantage of the networking capability
offered through Windows H/PC and the PC Card port. The operating
system supports Ethernet LAN and serial line interface protocol (SLIP)
used with Cellular Digital Packet data (CDPD) so you can have cable­or wireless-based net work communica t ions using an Ethernet LAN PC
card. In addition, you can use CompactFlash type II Ethernet cards on
your NEC MobilePro.

Creating a Network (Ethernet) Connection

To create a network (Ethernet) connection, you must install and
configure an Ethernet card. The drivers for the card may already exist
on your device. NEC also has included drivers for the Proxim
RangeLAN2.

1. Insert the Ethernet card int o your device and connect it to your

network cable. You must have an NE2000-compatible Ethernet
card, one of the wireless Ethernet cards described above, or have
installed drivers supplied with the card.

You may see a message war ning about bat t ery power. If you have
an A/C adapter, plug it into your device.

2. In the Settings dialog box, enter the information for your server.

Most networks use DHCP, so you should not have to change these
settings. See your network administrator if you need assistance.

If the Settings dialog box does not appear, go to Start, Settings,
Control Panel, and double tap Network. Select your Ethernet
driver, select Properties, and configure the appropriate settings.

3. Tap OK twice, select the Identification tab, and enter your name,

password, and domain. Click OK, then close the Control Panel.

4. Remove and reinsert the Ethernet card when prompted.

Once you have configure d your Ethernet connection, use Internet
Explorer on your MobilePro to “surf the net” or to send and receive
e-mail.

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Microsoft ActiveSync

Microsoft ActiveSync enables you to synchronize the information on
your desktop computer with the information on your device.

Synchronization is the process of comparing the data on your device
with your desktop computer and updating both computers with the
most recent information.

For example:

! Keep Pocket Outlook data up-to-date by synchronizing your

mobile device with your choice of Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft
Schedule+, or Microsoft Exchange on your desktop computer.

! Synchronize Word and Excel documents, Access and other ODBC

databases and tables, and InkWriter documents between your
device and desktop computer. Your files are automatically
converted to the correct format.

With ActiveS ync, yo u can al s o :

! Back up and restore your device data.
! Add and remove programs on your device.
! Copy (rather than sync hronize) files between your device and your

desktop computer.

Backing Up and Restoring Data

To prevent data loss, frequently back up your NEC MobilePro data.
You can backup all data to your host PC using Microsoft ActiveSync
on your host PC.

Using Microsoft ActiveSync for Backing Up and Restoring Data

The Microsoft ActiveSync backup and restore feature creates a
complete duplicate of all data stored on your NEC MobilePro. If you
routinely connect to your host PC, this is the best method of data
backup. T he backup file i s saved on the hard disk of your host PC.

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When you restore data from a backup file created by Microsoft
ActiveSync, all data on your NEC MobilePro is replaced by the data in
the backup file. All data on your MobilePro is overwritten including
files you created, settings that you changed or programs that you
installed since the last backup.

To access the Microsoft ActiveSync backup feature, double click the
ActiveSync icon on your host PC. Click Tools, then click
Backup/Restore. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the
backup process.

Online Help

Your NEC MobilePro provides online help resources for Windows
H/PC and the Pocket applications. In addition, Microsoft ActiveSync
on your host PC provides its own online help file.

Follow these instructions to find your online help re sources.

! Windows H/PC Main Help — Tap Start, then Help on the

Windows CE taskbar.

! Application-specific Help — Just tap the question mark in the

upper right-hand corner of the taskbar in each of the Pocket
applications.

! Microsoft ActiveSync Help — On your host PC, double click the

ActiveSync desktop icon, click Help, and select the Microsoft
ActiveSync Help Topics.

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Using the MobilePro

! Powering On and Off
! Making Display Panel Adjustments
! Using the Keyboard
! Adjusting MobilePro Settings
! Using the Voice Recorder
! Us ing PC Cards
! Us ing CompactFlash Cards
! Using the IR Port
! Re setting th e MobilePro

4

! Using the Application and Driver CD
! Using the Internal Disk Configuration Utility

Powering On and Off

Power on the MobilePro as follows.

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

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

1. Slide the disp lay panel latch to the right. Lift the display panel up

towards the rear of the unit.

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.

Locating the Power button

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A – Power Button

Note The first time you install the main battery, 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. See the following section, “Making Display Panel
Adjustments,” for details.

If the MobilePro is not used for a specified length of time, it
automatical ly shuts off. You can selec t how long the unit remains on
when running on battery power alone through the Power selection in
the Windows CE Control Panel. On the Windows CE desktop, tap
Start, Settings, Control Panel. Double tap the Power icon and select the
Power Off tab to designate a power off time.

Note As a general operation rule, frequently back up and

synchronize data between your MobilePro and your host PC.
Synchronization occurs each time you connect your MobilePro to your

host PC, once initial synchronization is configured. For details, see
Chapter 1.

For information about backing up and restoring data, see the section in
Chapter 3, “Backing Up and Restoring Data.”

Making Display Panel Adjustments

You can adjust the brightness of the display panel in the MobilePro
using two function keys located at the top right of t he keyboard.

Increasing panel brightness can dramatically

lower battery life.

Follow these steps to adjust the display panel brightness.

1. Open the display panel and power on the unit.

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2. Press the brightness up or brightness down keys as required.

Locating brightness keys

A – Brightness Up Key B – Brightness Down Key

Configuring the Backlight

You can con s erve battery life by configuring your MobilePro to
automatically turn off the display panel’s backlight.

Automatic Off

Follow these steps to configure the backlight for auto matic turn off.

1. Tap Start, Settings, Control Panel.

2. Double tap the Display icon and select the Backlight tab.

3. Tap the desired selections to place a check beside the selection.

Use the drop-down boxes to select the desired ti me settings.

Automatic On

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

1. Tap the Advanced tab to access the Advanced backlight settings.

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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.

Using auto-on while on battery power

substantially reduces battery life.

Enabling the Suspend Switch

You can configure your 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.

With the suspend switch enabled:

! Opening the 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.

1. Tap Start, Settings, then select Control Panel.

2. Double tap the MobilePro Settings icon to launch the dialog box.

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

3. Select either “Enable suspend while on Battery Power” or “Enable

suspend while on External Power,” or both, to enable the display
linkage switch.

While running on battery power, your NEC
MobilePro will not automatically suspend during synchronization unless
the battery charge is at a very low status. You may want to connect
your MobilePro to an AC power source before synchronizing with your
host PC.

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Using the Keyboard

The NEC MobilePro keyboard is equipped with many features
including:

! Applicatio n sho rt c ut ke ys
! Brightness up/down keys
! Cursor cont rol keys
! Control keys
! Windows key.

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

Keyboard layout

A – Applications Shortcut Keys D – Control Keys
B – Brightness Up/Down Keys E – Windows Key
C – Cursor Control Keys

! Applicatio n sho rt c ut ke ys — Ten applica t ion 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.”

! Brightness up/down keys — The brightness up/down keys let you

adjust the NEC MobilePro display panel brightness.

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! Cursor Control Keys — Cursor control keys let you position the

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

! Control Keys — Ctrl, Alt, Fn, and Shift are controls used in

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

! Windows Key — The Windows key displays the Start menu.

Using Application Shortcut Keys

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

Default Application Shortcut Keys

Icon Application

Calendar

Contacts

Inbox

Microsoft Internet Explorer

Tasks

Microsoft Pocket Word

Microsoft Pocket Excel

Microsoft Pocket PowerPoint

Voice Recorder

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Default Application Shortcut Keys

Icon Application

Ctrl +

Microsoft Pocket Access

Calculator

Brightness Up

Brightness Down

Defining Application Shortcut Keys

There are three ways to use the application shortcut keys:

! as default Microsoft application shortcut ke ys
! customized to launch other applications
! defined as standard Windows app lication function keys [F1 – F10],

which only operate as programmed by the application in use.

Follow these steps to define or re-define your application shortcut
keys.

1. Tap on Start, Settings, Control Panel, MobilePro Settings. The

MobilePro Setting Properties dialog appears.

2. On the Quick Launc h tab, select either Default Settings, Custom

Settings, or Function Keys from the pull-down.

3. If you selected Custom Settings, you can click on each icon shown

in the Application shortcut keys window and use the Browse…
button to assign an application to the button.

Application shortcut keys can only be used in one mode at a time. If
you define them as funct ion keys, you cannot use them to la unch
applications.

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Using Other Function Keys

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

Default Function Keys

Key Function

Fn + Space Bright/Half Bright
Fn + Shift Num Lock
Fn + 4 Pound Key
Fn + 5 Euro
Fn + Voice Recorder Icon Reverse the screen
Alt (left) + < Contrast Down
Alt (left) + > Contrast Up
Alt + Left Arrow Home
Alt + Right Arrow End
Alt + Up Arrow PgUp
Alt + Down Arrow PgDn
Alt + L Display LCD only
Alt + D Display LCD and External Monitor

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Adjusting MobilePro Settings

Your MobilePro is equipped with a desktop icon labeled MobilePro
Settings. To access MobilePro Settings, simply tap Start, Settin gs,
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 image on both

the display panel and an external monitor.

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

64K color display.

! LCD Suspend/Resu me — Allows you to designate a suspend

option for the display panel lid, when closed.

! IrDA — Allows you to select the speed for IR transfer.
! Built-in Modem — Allows you to specify a country for use of the

built-in modem.

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.

! Asset View — Lets you view ROM and OS version information,

the amount of system memo ry and the memory type, and the
system ID.

Using the Voice Recorder

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

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Recording Memos

Follow these steps to record with the Microsoft Voice Recorder.

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

Recorder.

2. Hold your MobilePro with the microphone facing you.

3. T ap the record button (red dot) and speak into the microphone.

4. When you are finished recording, tap the Stop button (black

square). A beep sounds when the recording stops.

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

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 drop-down box to change the format to PCM and
to modify the Attributes to a higher sampling rate.

Note Recording works best if you position the microphone about

three inches away from your mouth while speaking.
Memory required for voice memo storage varies depending on user

settings.

Selecting Menus

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.

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Using PC Cards

Your NEC MobilePro comes with a PC Card slot that supports 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 c ommunicatio n functionality to your MobilePro.

swapping of PC Cards. However, to avoid data loss, do not remove a
PC Card while the system is accessing it.

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 Use the AC adapter when using PC 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 steps to install a PC Card.

Windows H/PC 2000 supports the hot

1. With the PC Card fac ing up, insert the card into the PC Card slot

on the right side of the system.

Inserting a PC Card

A – PC Card Eject Button B – PC Card Slot

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2. Verify that the PC Card is securely in the slot.

Make sure you align the PC Ca rd correctly for
insertion. Inserting a PC Card incorrectly can dam age the car d and/or
the NEC MobilePro.

Removing PC Cards

Follow these steps to remove a PC Card from the 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 (CF) card slot that
supports one Type II CompactFlash card. A CF 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.

Windows CE supports the hot swapping of CF
cards. However, to avoid data loss, do not remove a CF card while in
use. When using a CF card in the MobilePro, also use AC power. The
batteries alone may not provide enough power for some CF cards to
operate properly.

Note Use the AC adapter when using CF cards. Using the adapter

can help you avoid potential data loss caused by the high-energy
consumption of some CF cards.

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Inserting CF Cards

Follow these steps to install a CF card.

1. With the CF car d faci ng up, in sert it into the CF card slot.

Note When you insert a CF card, a 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.

Locating the CF Card slot

A – CF Card Eject Button B – CF Card Slot

Verify that the CF card fits securely into position.

2.

insertion. Inserting a CF card incorrectly can dam age the card and/or
the MobilePro.

Removing CF Cards

Follow these steps to remove a CF card from the MobilePro.

Note Pivot the CF card button out of the recessed space before

beginning the following procedure.

1. Save your data if you are storing it on the inserted CF card.

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Make sure you align the CF card correctly for

2. Press the button beside the CF card.

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

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
cable.

Before using the MobilePro for I rDA communication, first
configure/enable the IR port on your host system, then install
Microsoft Ac t iveSync on your host system.

Note If you configure/enable the IrDA port on 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.

1. Remove the PC Connect (USB or 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 MobilePro units so that the IR ports face each other.

Position the units from 2 to 20 inches apart.

4. Be sure that nothing obstructs the path between the IR ports on

both units, and that the ports are aligned properly.

5. Send your data by using the “Send To” selection in the Windows

Explorer File menu.

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

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Note If the units are too far apart or if something blocks the path

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

Resetting the MobilePro

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

The MobilePro is equipped with a reset button that allo ws you to
restart the MobilePro operating system while preserving any saved
data. This method is similar to a “warm boot” on your host PC.

Note To ensure the safety of your information at all times, you

should perform regular backups of your MobilePro information to your
host PC. For more information, see the section in Chapter 3, “Backing
Up and Restoring Data.”

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

Follow these steps to use the reset button to reset t he MobilePro.

1. Open the displa y panel and remove the stylus from its holder.

2. Power on the MobilePro.

3. T urn over the MobilePro.

4. Locate the reset button on the bottom of the MobilePro (see the

followin g fig ur e ) .

5. Usi ng the stylus, press the reset button. (You may need to press

the button more than once.) This resets the unit.

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The reset button design requires the use of
the stylus. Only use the MobilePro 900 stylus to reset the system. Use
of another tool can damage the MobilePro.

Reset button

A – Reset Button

Using the Application and Driver CD

A variety of software applications, drivers, and utilities are pro vided
on the NEC MobilePro 900 Application and Driver CD that ships with
your MobilePro 900 system. Some of the drivers are already installed
as part of your operating system environment.

The additional software on the Application and Driver CD lets you
take full advantage of your system resources.

Use the Application and Driver CD with your host PC to inst all the
required software. Some software applicatio ns install their own
desktop icon allowing quick access to the application. Yo u can also
access some applications through the Start, Programs menu.

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Follow these steps to use the Application and Driver CD.

1. Insert the Application and Driver CD in the CD-ROM drive of

your host PC.

! If auto-insert is enabled on your host PC, the CE Setup menu

for the Application and Driver CD appears.

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

CD-ROM drive.

The CE Setup menu provides a list of available software on the
Application and Driver CD for use with the host PC and
MobilePro 900.

2. Select the driver or ap plication you want to load.

3. Read any license agreement that appears and click OK to accept

the agreement. The setup program automatically loads the
software.

4. When prompted, click Finish to complete the installation and

return to the CE Setup menu.

Using the Internal Disk Configuration Utility

The MobilePro provides the Internal Disk Configuration uti lity, which
allows for the instant recovery of customized applications even after a
cold boot.

In Windows CE devices, the cold boot process erases either
applications installed in SDRAM or system files stored in SDRAM for
applications that are installed in FlashROM. In either case, users have
to reinstall these applications to recover the whole system after a cold
boot (except for the HPC default software).

Follow these steps to use the Internal Disk Configuration utility.

1. Tap Start, Programs, Internal disk configuration utility.

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2. The Internal Disk Configuration utility main screen displays the

currently available free space. Tap the Inspect button to confirm if
there are any applications whose registry settings are not set to the
Internal Disk Configuration utility.

3. If detected, the applications registry setting will automatically set

to Internal Disk Configuration utility.

4. Tap OK.

Note Each application is placed in its own folder in the HPC Internal

FlashROM folder, and a separate Default_Info folder holds the
application files (Help, shortcut, etc.), in order by application.

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5

Setting Up a Remote Connection

! Preparing for a Connection Setup
! Connecting the Internal Modem
! Connecting to an Internet Service Provider
! Connecting to a Remote Access Server
! Sending and Receiving E-mail
! A ctivatin g a Connect ion

Preparing for a Connection Setup

Before you set up a dial-up connection for an Internet Service Provider
(ISP) or Remote Access Server (RAS), and the associated e-mail
properties, you need the following:

! Modem (your NEC MobilePro is equipped with an internal data/fax

modem)

! ISP or RAS account
! Configura tion information from your ISP or network administrator

that may include some or all of the following:
— Dial-up telephone number
— TCP/IP settings
— Port settings
— 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 e-mail 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 E-mail,” to create the desired connections.

Connecting the Internal Modem

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

1. Open the modem cover on the left side of the NEC MobilePro by

pulling out the left side of the cover.

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

connector.

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Connecting the telephone cable

A – Modem Connector
B – Clip Side of Telephone Cable Connector Goes Here

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.

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

jack. (Use a country-specific modem adapter if necessary.)

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

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Connecting to an Internet Service Provider

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

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 drop-down box to select Internal Modem on COM 4 and

tap Configure.

6. Select the required p ort settings and call options. Tap OK.

7. Tap TCP/IP Settings and configure the required General Settings

and Name Servers. Tap OK.

8. T ap Next and enter the required dial-up telephone number. Tap

Finish.

Once your ISP connection is established, you can configure your
MobilePro to send and receive e-mail through your ISP. Follow the
instructions in “Sending and Receiving E-mail” and “Activating a
Connection,” later in this chapter, to send and receive e-mail through
your ISP.

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

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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 p ort settings and call options. Tap OK.

7. Tap TCP/IP Settings and configure the required General Settings

and Name Servers. Tap OK.

8. T ap Next and enter the required dial-up telephone number. Tap

Finish.

Once your RAS c onnection i s establishe d you can configure your
MobilePro to send and receive e-mail through your RAS. Follow the
instructions in “Sending and Receiving E-mail” and “Activating a
Connection,” later in this chapter, to send and receive e-mail through
your RAS.

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Sending and Receiving E-mail

Before configuring the necessary e-mail service information, you need
some or all of the following settings:

! POP3 or IMAP4 Host
! Your user ID
! Your password, if required
! SMTP host
! Your e-mail address.

To send and receive e-mail through your ISP or RAS account, you
must configur e the services properti es through your Inbox. Foll ow
these steps to configure the e-mail services information.

1. Double tap I nbo x, tap Services, and tap Op tio ns.

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.
The Mail Services Definition screen consists of Required

information and Optional information. Fill in all in formation as
provided by your ISP or network administrator.

! Enter ISP information as follows:

— Either POP3 Host or Server (for IMAP4 mail) — ISP

host/server name
— User ID — Your user id
— Password — Your password, if required
— SMTP Host — SMTP Host name
— Return Address — Your e-mail address (if in a UNIX

environment <your e-mail address>)

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! Enter RAS (Exchange server) information as follows:

— Either POP3 Host or Server (for IMAP4 mail) — ISP

host/server name
— User ID — Domain\your user id\exchange alias
— Password — Your password, if required
— SMTP Host — Exchange server name
— Return Address — Your e-mail address (if in a UNIX

environment <your e-mail address>)

Note If you experience difficulty sending e-mail, check your optional

configuration settings. If you experience difficulty receiving e-mail,
check your required co nfig urat ion sett ings.

Activating a Connection

Once you create a new connection for each desired service, activate the
connection with that service to open communication and send or
receive e-mail.

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 box and is

designated with a dot. If necessary, modify your selection before
connecting and tap OK.

3. T ap 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 e-mail.

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