Sony PEG-TJ35 User Manual

3-087-353-12 (1)

Setting up your

CLIÉ™ handheld

Basic operations of

your CLIÉ™ handheld

Using CLIÉ Manuals

with your computer

Read This First

Operating Instructions

Personal Entertainment Organizer

Troubleshooting

CLIÉ™ handheld components

PEG-TJ35 PEG-TJ25

The following manuals are included with your CLIÉ handheld. Refer to the following together with this manual.

Printed manual

Read This First (Operating Instructions), this manual

Explains how to set up your CLIÉ handheld and computer, and basic operations.

For safe use, make sure to read the supplied “Safety & Regulations Guide”.

Manuals to be read on your computer

The following manuals are automatically installed on your computer after you set up your CLIÉ handheld and computer.

b For details on each manual, refer to “Using CLIÉ Manuals with your computer” on page 35.

Applications Guide (PDF format*)

Introduces the supplied applications and briefly explains how to use them.

Handbook (PDF format*)

Explains the basic operations and advanced features of your CLIÉ handheld.

CLIÉ Application Manual (HTML format**)

Explains how to use the supplied applications in detail.

Troubleshooting Q&A (PDF format*)

Helps in solving common problems that you may have while using your CLIÉ handheld.

* You can read the manual on your computer using Adobe Acrobat Reader. If

Adobe Acrobat Reader is not installed on your computer, install it from the supplied Installation CD-ROM.

** You can read the manual on your computer using an Internet browser.

Before use

Caution

IN NO EVENT SHALL SONY BE LIABLE FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OR OTHER DAMAGES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF REVENUE, LOSS OF DATA, LOSS OF USE OF THE PRODUCT OR ANY ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT, DOWNTIME, AND PURCHASER’S TIME RELATED TO OR ARISING OUT OF THE USE OF THIS PRODUCT, ITS HARDWARE AND/OR ITS SOFTWARE.

On the supplied software

• Copyright laws prohibit reproducing the software or the software manual in whole or in part or renting the software without the permission of the copyright holder.

• In no event will SONY be liable for any financial damage or loss of profits, including claims made by third parties, arising out of the use of the software supplied with this product.

• In the event a problem occurs with this software as a result of defective manufacturing, SONY will replace it at SONY’s option or issue a refund. However, SONY bears no other responsibility.

• The software provided with this product cannot be used with equipment other than that which it is designated for use with.

• Please note that, due to continued efforts to improve quality, the software specifications may be changed without notice.

• The software library incorporated in the CLIÉ handheld is base d in part on the work of the Independent JPEG Group.

NOTES

• Sony does not support third party add-on applications. If you have a problem with a third party application, please contact the developer or publisher of that software.

• The illustrations in this manual may differ from the actual software.

• Explanations in this manual assume that you are familiar with basic operations of

Windows and operating system, please refer to their respective manuals.

. For how to use your computer

Table of Contents

Setting up your CLIÉ™ handheld

Confirming the package

contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Setting up your CLIÉ™

handheld. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Step 1: Charging your CLIÉ handheld . . . . . . 8

Step 2: Performing the initial setup after

turning on your CLIÉ handheld

for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Using your CLIÉ™ handheld with

your computer . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Step 1: Installing the software on your

computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Step 2: Registering your CLIÉ handheld. . . . 17

Step 3: Connecting your CLIÉ handheld and

computer via the USB cable. . . . . . . . . . . 18

Step 4: Entering a user name for your CLIÉ

handheld . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

Installing the supplied applications

on your CLIÉ™ handheld . . . . .20

Basic operations of your CLIÉ™ handheld

Turning on/off your CLIÉ™

handheld. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Turning on your CLIÉ handheld . . . . . . . . . . 21

Starting an application . . . . . . .22

Using the Jog Dial™ navigator and /

(the Left/Right buttons) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Other ways to start an application . . . . . . . . 24

Entering text. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Using Graffiti® 2 writing to enter text. . . . . . 26

Other ways to enter text. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Synchronizing data between your

CLIÉ handheld and computer

(the HotSync

operation). . . . .29

Restarting your CLIÉ™

handheld. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Using CLIÉ Manuals with your computer

Manuals Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Opening CLIÉ Manuals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Reading the PDF manuals on your

computer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Reading the HTML manual on your computer

(CLIÉ Application Manual). . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Troubleshooting

Making a backup of the data or applications on

your CLIÉ handheld. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Frequently Asked Questions. . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Customer Support and

Customer Registration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Notes on use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

CLIÉ™ handheld components

Front panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Back panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61

Locating the components of the CLIE

Launcher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

INDEX. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Notes on this manual

• This manual supports PEG-TJ35 and PEG-TJ25. – The illustrations in this manual are for PEG-TJ35, unless specified otherwise. – Differences between PEG-TJ35 and PEG-TJ25 are specified in each corresponding

section.

• Screen shots in this manual may be different from the actual displays in the supplied software.

• The contents of this manual are written for users with a working knowledge of Windows

. For details on computer operations, refer to your computer manual.

About LCD display

The LCD of your CLIÉ handheld is designed with precision technology. However, in some cases, individual pixels may remain lit or may not light at all. Also, the brightness of the display may appear inconsistent, depending on the angle of view. Such anomalies are caused by the nature of the LCD and do not indicate a malfunction. Please note that Sony does not guarantee a replacement or refund for such cases. Do not expose the LCD to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time. It may result in a malfunction. Do not store your CLIÉ handheld in areas subject to sunlight, such as near windows, and be careful when using outdoors.

Setting up your CLIÉ™ handheld

This chapter explains how to charge your CLIÉ handheld, perform the initial setup, and use it with your computer.

Confirming the package contents

Please confirm that all the following accessories are included in the package before setting up your CLIÉ handheld.

CLIÉ handheld (1) AC power adapter (1)

(including AC cord)

USB cable (1) Stylus (1)

The stylus is inserted into your CLIÉ handheld at the factory.

Plug adapter (1) Protective soft cover (1)

Installation CD-ROM (1)

Strap (1)

Refer to the illustration below to attach the strap.

Read This First - Operating Instructions (1, this manual) Safety & Regulations Guide (1) Software license agreement (1) Graffiti 2 Card (1) Other printed materials

Make sure that the package contains all of the above contents. If any item is missing, contact the Sony Customer Information Service Center or a Sony dealer.

Use the strap to avoid dropping your CLIÉ handheld

Setting up your CLIÉ™ handheld

Attaching the strap

Setting up your CLIÉ™ handheld

Perform the following before setting up your CLIÉ handheld.

Step 1: Charging your CLIÉ handheld

Before using your CLIÉ handheld for the first time, make sure to fully charge the battery.

To a wall outlet

Connect the AC power adapter to the DC IN connector of the plug adapter.

Connect the plug adapter to the interface connector of your CLIÉ handheld .

Connect the AC cord to the AC power adapter (1). Then, plug the AC cord into a wall outlet (2).

The POWER LED of your CLIÉ handheld turns on when charging starts.

It takes about four hours to fully charge your CLIÉ handheld for the first time. The POWER LED turns off when charging is complete.

Tip

Subsequent charges will require less time if you charge your CLIÉ handheld frequently.

Note

If the battery of your CLIÉ handheld is completely discharged, all user data stored on your CLIÉ handheld will be lost.

How to remove the plug adapter

Remove by pressing the plug adapter on both sides as illustrated.

Step 2: Performing the initial setup after

turning on your CLIÉ handheld for the first time

The first time you turn on your CLIÉ handheld, you need to make some initial settings. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial setup and to become familiar with operations of your CLIÉ handheld.

Slide down the POWER/HOLD switch.

Your CLIÉ handheld turns on, and the Setup screen is displayed.

Setting up your CLIÉ™ handheld

Slide down the POWER/HOLD switch

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Tips

If you cannot turn on your CLIÉ handheld

• Did you charge your CLIÉ handheld as described on page 8?

b For details, refer to “Frequently Asked Questions: I cannot turn on my

CLIÉ handheld” on page 44.

• Perform a soft reset if you cannot turn on your CLIÉ handheld even after charging it (page 32).

Take out the stylus.

You can use the stylus to enter text or to select applications.

Tip

You can extend or shorten the stylus, as shown in the illustration.

Take out the stylus

Notes

• Never use a writing pen, pencil, or other sharp object instead of the stylus to write on your CLIÉ handheld, as the screen may get scratched.

• When you put the stylus back in its holder, push it in until it clicks into place.

Press lightly on the screen with the stylus.

This action is called “tapping”. The Setup screen for stylus digitizer is displayed.

Press lightly on the screen (Tap)

Following the on-screen instructions, tap exactly in the center of the displayed mark.

Tap the next targets, which are displayed at the bottom right and then in the center of the screen.

Note

If the stylus digitizer is not configured correctly, the scroll bar may not operate properly, “tapping” may not work as expected, or other problems may occur.

b For details on reconfiguring the stylus digitizer, refer to “Customizing your

CLIÉ™ handheld (Preferences): Adjusting the Digitizer” in “Handbook” (PDF format).

After the stylus adjustment is complete, a screen for setting the time and date is displayed.

Tap the box next to [Set Time:].

The Set Time dialog box is displayed.

Setting up your CLIÉ™ handheld

Tip

You can reconfigure the date and time settings in the Preferences screen.

b For details, refer to “Customizing your

CLIÉ™ handheld (Preferences): Setting up the Date & Time preferences” in “Handbook” (PDF format).

Tap v or V to set the current time.

Tap each box to set the hour and minute.

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Tap [OK].

The current time is set and the Setup screen is displayed.

Tap the box next to [Set Date:].

The Set Date screen is displayed.

Tap b or B to select the current year.

Tap the current month, then tap the current date.

The Set Date screen closes.

Tap the box next to [Time Zone:].

The Set Time Zone screen is displayed.

Tap the region to set the time zone, then tap [OK].

Tap V next to [Daylight Saving:] and select [On] or [Off].

Tap [Next].

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Tap [Next] and [Done].

The CLIE Launcher is displayed.

The initial setup is complete.

Using your CLIÉ™ handheld with your computer

Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ stored on the supplied Installation CD-ROM must be installed on your computer. The software is used for data transfer between your CLIÉ handheld and computer, and handling data on your computer such as Address Book.

b For details on the system requirements of computer, refer to “System requirements”

on page 58.

When Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ is installed on your computer, CLIÉ Manuals is also installed on your computer.

b For details on CLIÉ Manuals, refer to “Using CLIÉ Manuals with your computer”

(page 35).

Step 1: Installing the software on your

computer

Do not connect your CLIÉ handheld to your computer before installing the software. Otherwise, the software may not be installed properly.

Notes

• Do not simply copy the Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ folder from the supplied Installation CD-ROM to your computer. To install the software properly, follow the installation procedure described below.

Setting up your CLIÉ™ handheld

• If you use Windows 2000 Professional or Windows XP, log on with a User Name in the Administrators group before installing the software.

• If you have more than one CLIÉ handheld and the older version of Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ has already been installed on your computer, follow the installation procedure below to upgrade to the new version. * If you are using PEG-N710C Series or PEG-S300 Series, refer to your CLIÉ

handheld support website. (Refer to the URL shown on the back cover of this manual.)

b For details, refer to “Transferring data from another CLIÉ™ handheld” in

“Handbook” (PDF format).

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Quit all applications running on Windows®.

Insert the supplied Installation CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.

The Installation CD-ROM window is displayed.

Click [Next] or [CLIÉ Basic], then click [Install] to install Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ.

The setup program starts and the InstallShield Wizard window is displayed.

Note

If you try to install Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ when an older version of Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ has already been installed on your computer, a

dialog box appears on your computer window. Follow the instruction of the dialog box to install the new version of Palm™ Desktop for CLIE supplied with your CLIÉ handheld.

Click [Next].

The InstallShield Wizard window for [Setup Type] is displayed.

Select the setup type, [Complete] or [Custom].

When you select [Custom], you need to specify which software you want to install and where to be installed. The following steps explain when you select [Complete].

Click [Next].

The InstallShield Wizard window for [Select User] is displayed.

Enter a user name and click [Next].

The InstallShield Wizard window for [Ready to Install the Program] is displayed after entering any user name you prefer.

Note

If you have more than one CLIÉ handheld

Enter a user name that is different from the one you use for another CLIÉ handheld. If you set an identical user name for multiple CLIÉ handhelds, errors may occur.

Tip

If you want to transfer data between CLIÉ handhelds

Refer to “Transferring data from another CLIÉ™ handheld” in “Handbook” (PDF format).

Click [Install].

Installation of Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ starts. “InstallShield Wizard Completed” message is displayed in the InstallShield Wizard window when the installation is complete.

Click [Finish].

The Sony CLIÉ Handheld Registration window is displayed for models for the U.S.A. and Canada only.

Tip

If you do not want to sign up for the customer service, click to deselect [Register your CLIÉ].

Installation of Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ on your computer is complete. If you want to register your CLIÉ handheld, go to “Step 2: Registering your CLIÉ handheld”.

Step 2: Registering your CLIÉ handheld

You can register your CLIÉ handheld after installing Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ by following the on-screen instructions.

With your permission, Sony will keep you informed of special opportunities. Also, your registration information helps Sony assist you if you call for customer support.

All of the information you provide is confidential.

Setting up your CLIÉ™ handheld

Note

To register your CLIÉ handheld online, you need to have an access to the Internet.

Tip

If you want to register your CLIÉ handheld later, click at the right top of the Sony CLIÉ Handheld Registration window to close.

When you complete the registration and close the Sony CLIÉ Handheld Registration window, the Installation CD-ROM window is displayed.

Other way to register your CLIÉ handheld

You can register your CLIÉ handheld online by clicking [Start], selecting [Programs] ([All Programs] for Windows XP)-[Sony Handheld]-[About PEGTJ35_TJ25], and clicking [CLIÉ Registration].

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Step 3: Connecting your CLIÉ handheld and

computer via the USB cable

You can synchronize data between your CLIÉ handheld and computer by connecting them with the supplied USB cable after installing Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ.

About the USB cable

The supplied USB cable has two connectors. Connect the “A” plug to the USB port of your computer and the mini “B” plug to the plug adapter.

“A” plug mini “B” plug

Connect the mini “B” plug of the USB cable to the plug adapter (1), then connect the plug adapter to the interface connector of your CLIÉ handheld (2).

Connect the “A” plug of the USB cable to the USB port of your computer.

To the USB port of your computer

Note

Make sure to connect the USB cable directly to a USB port of your computer. If the USB cable is connected to a computer via another device, such as a USB hub, the HotSync

operation may not work properly.

Step 4: Entering a user name for your CLIÉ

handheld

Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select (HotSync) on the CLIE Launcher and press the Jog Dial™ navigator.

The HotSync screen is displayed.

Tip

You can also tap (HotSync) to display the HotSync screen.

Tap (HotSync) in the HotSync screen.

The HotSync® operation starts and the installation for the required software starts automatically.

Click [OK] when your user name is displayed in the Users window of your computer.

A beep is heard and the HotSync® operation starts. Your user name entered for Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ is also registered in your CLIÉ handheld. When the setup is complete, “HotSync operation complete.” will be displayed on your CLIÉ handheld.

Click [Finish] in the Installation CD-ROM window of your computer.

The setup is complete.

Setting up your CLIÉ™ handheld

Installing the supplied applications on your CLIÉ™ handheld

You can install applications from the supplied Installation CD-ROM by following the procedure below.

You must install Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ on your computer, before installing the supplied applications on your CLIÉ handheld. Your CLIÉ handheld must be connected to your computer via the USB cable.

b For details on supplied applications, refer to “CLIÉ Application Manual” (HTML

format).

Note

The supplied applications are designed to operate on your CLIÉ handheld only. Compatibility with other CLIÉ handhelds or Palm OS

Installing the supplied applications from the supplied Installation CD-ROM

Quit all applications running on Windows®.

Insert the supplied Installation CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.

The Installaton CD-ROM window is displayed.

Select the type of application you want to install, such as [CLIÉ Data Management].

PDAs is not guaranteed.

Click [Install] to install the application.

Follow the on-screen instructions.

To install the application on your CLIÉ handheld, tap (HotSync) in the HotSync screen.

The HotSync® operation starts and the selected application is transferred and installed on your CLIÉ handheld.

Click [Finish] in the Installation CD-ROM window of your computer.

Tip

You can also install applications on your CLIÉ handheld using the function of Palm™ Desktop for CLIÉ.

b For details, refer to “Enhancing features with add-on applications: Installing:

Installing from your computer” in “Handbook” (PDF format).

Basic operations of your CLIÉ™ handheld

This chapter explains how to turn on/off your CLIÉ handheld, start an application, enter text, and perform a reset.

Turning on/off your CLIÉ™ handheld

Turning on your CLIÉ handheld

Slide down the POWER/HOLD switch.

Your CLIÉ handheld turns on, and the last screen you viewed is displayed.

Basic operations of your CLIÉ™ handheld

Slide down the POWER/HOLD switch

Tip

If you cannot turn on your CLIÉ handheld

Did you fully charge your CLIÉ handheld?

b For details, refer to “Frequently Asked Questions: I cannot turn on my CLIÉ

handheld” on page 44.

To turn off your CLIÉ handheld

Slide down the POWER/HOLD switch again.

Starting an application

To work with your CLIÉ handheld, you need to start an application. The following explains how to start applications from the CLIE Launcher using the Jog

Dial™ navigator.

Using the Jog Dial™ navigator and / (the Left/ Right buttons)

1 Displaying the CLIE Launcher

Tap (Home) (page 65).

The CLIE Launcher is displayed.

2 Selecting an application

Rotate the Jog Dial™ navigator to select an application to start.

An application is selected.

Rotate up or down

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