Palm Tungsten T5 User Guide

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Connect and charge

Set up

Here’s what you’ll do with this guide:

• Charge and set up your handheld.

• Install Palm

other software for synchronizing, moving files, and more.

• Synchronize your handheld with

your computer.

Tungsten™ T5 handheld by palmOne

Desktop software and

Stylus

USB sync cable

Software installation CD

Important! Already use a palmOne

Before going on to step 1, synchronize your current handheld with your computer so that the information is up-to-date.

For more information on upgrading, go to www.palmOne.com/support/tungstent5.

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handheld?

Flip cover

AC charger

a. Plug the sync cable into your handheld and into a USB port on the back

of your computer.

b. Plug the AC charger into the Multi-connector on the sync cable and into

an outlet.

c. Charge for three hours. Be sure to fully charge your handheld before

going on to the next step.

USB

Multi-connector

a. Unplug the sync cable from your handheld.

b. Press the power button.

c. Remove the stylus.

d. Follow the onscreen instructions

to set up your handheld.

Tip: Take the Quick Tour to learn more about the great features of your Tungsten T5.

Problems? See Troubleshooting below.

Stylus

Power button

Install software

To install Palm Desktop software, the new File Transfer application, and other important software, insert the CD into your computer’s CD drive.

Windows:

Follow the installation instructions that appear on your computer screen.

Already use a palmOne handheld?

Want to synchronize with Microsoft Outlook? Select “Change your synchronization method” at the end of the installation process on the CD.

Problems? See Troubleshooting below.

Mac:

Double-click the CD icon, and then double-click palmOneDesktop.pkg.

Done

Get answers, learn more Look for these great features

Take the tutorial

Learn to use the popular features of your handheld. Insert the installation CD in your computer and click here for an interactive

tutorial.

Find your manual

Open Palm Desktop software on your computer and click Help.

Click here for the manual. For more detail, go online: www.palmOne.com/mytungstent5.

Click Online Support for the latest software updates and answers to frequently asked questions.

On your computer desktop

Palm Desktop software. Enter info in Palm Desktop

software and it shows up on your handheld the next time you synchronize.

File Transfer (Windows only). Copy files and folders from

your computer into your handheld’s internal flash drive. Manage them in File Transfer or on your handheld.

Documents To Go (Windows only). Synchronize

Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files between your handheld and your computer. View and edit these files on your handheld.

On your handheld

Files. Access files and folders in your handheld’s

internal flash drive.

Media. View and organize photos and videos.

Bluetooth

communication to sync with your desktop computer. Browse the web and send email and short messages (requires phone with Bluetooth wireless capability, data service, and ISP, sold separately).

wireless technology. Set up wireless

Troubleshooting

Support information is also available at www.palmOne.com/support/tungstent5

Your handheld does not turn on, or does not respond when you tap it

1. Try turning it on by pressing one of the quick buttons on the front panel.

2. Do a soft reset. Unscrew the top of the stylus and use the tool inside to gently press the reset button inside the hole on the back of the handheld.

3. Make sure the AC charger is fully connected to the handheld or the sync cable and to a working outlet. Charge for another three full hours.

Palm Desktop Installer does not start when you put the CD into the drive

Windows:

1. Click the Start button and select Run.

2. Click Browse to locate the drive that contains the CD that came with your Tungsten T5.

3. Double-click autorun.exe on the CD.

Mac:

1. Double-click the CD icon on the Mac desktop.

2. Double-click palmOneDesktop.pkg.

Synchronization does not begin

Be sure the sync cable is plugged into your handheld and a USB port on the back of your computer.

Check your computer:

Windows:

1. Make sure the HotSync your screen.

If not: a. Click the Start button and select Programs. b. Select Palm Desktop, and then select HotSync Manager.

2. Check the connection type:

a. Disconnect and then reconnect the sync cable. b. Make sure there is a checkmark next to Local USB.

If not, click Local USB.

Mac:

1. Make sure the HotSync Manager is enabled:

a. Double-click the HotSync Manager icon in the Palm folder. b. In the HotSync Controls tab, click Enabled.

2. Make sure the USB connection is working:

a. Disconnect and then reconnect the sync cable. b. Restart your computer.

icon appears in the group of icons in the lower-right part of

HotSync icon

Check your handheld:

1. Press the Home button twice, and then tap HotSync

2. In the HotSync application, make sure of the following:

– Local is highlighted. If it isn’t highlighted, tap Local. – The phrase Cable/Cradle appears. If not,

tap the pick list, and then tap Cradle/Cable.

3. Press the HotSync button on the cable.

HotSync icon

Cradle/Cable

Already use a palmOne handheld?

Did you load any third-party applications on your previous palmOne handheld? You’ll have to update them if they are not compatible with your new handheld. If any of the following symptoms occur on your new handheld after you synchronize, remove these applications and contact the vendor for updated versions: handheld freezes or resets when you open an application; slow performance; unusual screen display; difficulties using handheld features; uneven sound quality.

in Applications.

Local

IR (infrared) port

Expansion card slot

Headphone jack

Stylus

Power button

Press to turn handheld on/off.

Speaker (on back)

Note Pad

Memos

Home

Press to turn on handheld and go to Favorites. Press again to go to Applications.

Calendar

Press to turn on handheld and open Calendar.

Home

Find

System info

Alert

Bluetooth

5-way navigator

Screen rotation

Full-screen writing

controls

Input

Tasks

Calculator

Status bar

(See insert below.)

Files

Press to turn on handheld and open Files.

Contacts

Press to turn on handheld and open Contacts.

HotSync

button

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palmOne, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting from the use of this guide. palmOne, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any loss or claims by third parties which may arise through use of this software. palmOne,

Inc. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss caused by deletion of data as a result of malfunction, dead battery, or repairs. Be sure to make backup copies of all important data on other media to protect against data loss.

IMPORTANT

Please read the End User Software License Agreement with this product before using the accompanying software program(s). Using any part of the software indicates that you accept the terms of the End User Software License Agreement.

Software Download Available

Palm

Desktop software is available on CD. Check www.palmOne.com for updates and new versions of the software.

Agency Compliance Information

Product regulatory and compliance information can be found in the User Guide at www.palmOne.com/tungstent5-userguide

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