Toshiba e400, e405 User Manual
Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405
User's Manual
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defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
Introduction
Thank you very much for your purchase of this Toshiba Pocket PC e400/
e405.
Please be sure to read this user’s guide before using the Toshiba Pocket
PC e400/e405, and ensure that you are aware of correct the handling procedures.
• Please be sure to read the “Safety precautions” section in this docu-
ment to learn about important safety issues.
• After reading this document, keep it in a convenient place for future
reference.
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laws, this manual cannot be reproduced in any form without the prior written permission of Toshiba. No patent liability is assumed, with respect to
the use of the information contained herein.
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Safety precautions
• Please carefully read “Safety precautions” before using the Toshiba
Pocket PC e400/e405 and ensure that you are aware of correct handling procedures.
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• The precautions provide essential information for the protection of the
user and others from possible injury and property damage. They also
provide information on the safe handling of this product.
• Please check that you fully understand the definition of the following
messages (signs and graphical symbols) before reading the text, and
always follow the instructions provided.
Safety instructions
All safety instructions must be read carefully and must be fully understood, before attempting to use your Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405. This
manual contains the safety instructions that must be observed in order to
avoid potential hazards that could result in personal injuries or could damage your computer. The safety instructions have been classified according to the seriousness of the risk, as follows:
Signal Word Meaning
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in property damage.
Provides important information.
Always request and obtain prior consent and approval of an authorized
airline representative before using your Pocket PC aboard an aircraft.
Always follow the instructions of the airline representative whenever using
your Pocket PC aboard an aircraft, to prevent any possible interference
with airborne electronic equipment. Your Pocket PC produces low levels
of RF energy due to the generation of digital timing pulses by its clock
oscillator circuits. Your Pocket PC has been equipped with internal shielding to minimize any stray emissions of RF energy. Airlines may nevertheless prohibit the on-board use of all portable PCs (and all other portable
electronic devices that could potentially emit stray RF energy), particularly
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during take-offs and landings, to prevent any possible interference with
the reception of signals by airborne electronic navigational devices.
Certain locations, such as hospitals, may restrict the use of Pocket PCs
and other devices that emit low-level RF energy.
Always comply was posted prohibitions of the use of RF-emitting devices,
such as in hospitals. Failure to follow such directives could result in the
interference with medical equipment and/or devices.
Never come closer than 16 cm (6 inches) to a person with a heart pacemaker implant when using this Pocket PC in combination with a mobile
cellular telephone. Failure to do so could result in interference with the
function of the pacemaker.
Never use a Pocket PC while driving an automobile or any other moving
vehicle. Always pull out of traffic and come to a stop in a legally permissible and safe location before using your Pocket PC. Failure to do so could
result in serious bodily injury in a traffic accident.
Never use your Pocket PC while walking. Usage while walking could
result in bodily injury caused by inattention to automobile traffic or other
pedestrian hazards.
Never allow metallic objects, such as staples and paper clips, to enter
inside your Pocket PC. Metallic objects, such as staples and paper clips, if
allowed to enter your Pocket PC, could cause the generation of excess
heat or fire.
Never connect terminals (metal parts) to metallic objects (such as wires).
Connecting terminals to metal objects could cause excessive heat or fire.
Always immediately turn the battery switch to the “off” position and disconnect the AC Adaptor from the power outlet in the event the Pocket PC
emits an unusual odor or sound or generates smoke.
Never use or store your Pocket PC in the following locations:
Anywhere it may be exposed to water, such as a bathroom or sauna;
In conditions of high humidity, such as in the rain or fog; Where your
Pocket PC will be exposed to high temperatures, such as near a fire or
equipment that emits high temperatures; In direct sunlight; or In a sealed
automobile left in the sun and subject to high temperatures.
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Never drop your Pocket PC or subject it to severe shock. Dropping your
Pocket PC or subjecting it to severe shock could cause the battery to
leak, ignite and/or rupture.
Always immediately remove your Pocket PC a from the vicinity of any
open flame in the event the battery leaks liquid or emits an unusual odor.
Continued use of your Pocket PC under either of these conditions could
cause ignition (i.e., fire) of the leaked battery liquid, or rupture.
Never touch any fluid that might leak from the battery. Such liquid when in
contact with the eyes or skin, could cause injury to the skin or eyes.
Should the liquid come into contact with the eyes, irrigate the eyes thoroughly with clean water and immediately seek medical attention. In the
event the liquid comes into contact with the skin or clothing, wash it away
immediately with clean water.
Never attempt to disassemble, repair or make any modification to your
Pocket PC. Disassembly, modification or any attempt at repair could
cause bodily injury or property damage, as well as damage to the Pocket
PC itself.
Failure to follow the above directions concerning use and storage could
result in damage to your Pocket PC or bodily injury and property damage
due to battery liquid leakage, fire, or rupture.
Never raise the sound volume level to high when using your Pocket PC
with earphones. An excessive sound volume level could cause damage to
your hearing.
Never touch the liquid that might leak from a broken liquid crystal display.
Contact with this liquid could cause a skin rash. If the crystal display liquid
should come into contact with the skin or clothing, wash it immediately
with clean water.
Never allow infants or small children within reach of your Pocket PC.
Infants or small children could injure themselves if allowed access to your
Pocket PC.
Never attempt to disassemble or repair an AC Adaptor, and never alter
their Power Supply Cables or plugs as exposure to electric shock hazards
could result.
Always contact an authorized service provider, if repair or replacement is
required.
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Always use the AC Adaptor that has been provided with your Pocket PC.
Bodily injury or property damage could occur as a result of the use of an
unauthorized and incompatible AC Adaptor in violation of this Warning.
Never connect or disconnect the AC Adaptor with wet hands. Connecting
or disconnecting the AC Adaptor to a power source with wet hands could
cause electric shock.
Never attempt to connect or disconnect the power plug with damp or wet
hands. Connecting or disconnecting the power plug with damp or wet
hands could result in an electric shock.
Never leave an open container, such as a cup or glass, containing a liquid near the AC Adaptor. Spilled liquid coming in contact with the AC
Adaptor could cause a fire or electric shock.
Always ensure the power plug pins are clean and free of dust or other foreign material by wiping the pins with a clean dry cloth. Dust or other foreign material accumulation on the power plug pins could cause fire.
Always unplug the power plug from an outlet by grasping the power plug
itself. Never pull on the Power Supply Cable to disconnect the Power
Supply Cable from an outlet. Pulling on the Power Supply Cable could
cause a fire or electric shock as a result of damage to the Power Supply
Cable.
Never use a worn or damaged AC Adaptor Power Supply Cable or plug,
or a worn or damaged extension cord or plug. The use of a worn or damaged Power Supply Cable or plug could result in electric shock or fire.
Always contact an authorized service provider immediately to obtain a
suitable Power Supply Cable replacement.
Never place an AC Adaptor on a wooden surface (or any other surface
that could be marred by exposure to heat) while it is in use, since its surface temperature increases during normal use. Always rest it on a suitable
heat-insulating material.
Never cover the AC Adaptor with any object while it is in use, and never
place it adjacent to a heat source. An excessive temperature increase
could detrimentally affect its performance.
Never place a Power Supply Cable near a heat source, as damage to the
cord or to its insulation could result.
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Always use a surge protector when utilizing the AC Adaptor during an
electrical storm. Otherwise, a power surge could result in the loss of
stored data.
Insert the power plug to a household electric outlet.
When travelling abroad, never plug the AC Adaptor into a power source
that does not correspond to both the voltage and the frequency specified
on the rating plate of the unit, as equipment damage will result.
Never bend or twist a Power Supply Cable, and never pull on a Power
Supply Cable in an attempt to remove a plug from an outlet. Always grasp
the plug directly when unplugging a Power Supply Cable to avoid causing
any damage to the cord.
Never plug the AC Adaptor into an overloaded multiple outlet, power strip
or surge protector to prevent blowing a fuse or tripping a circuit breaker.
Never place heavy objects on a Power Supply Cable, as that could result
in damage to the cord.
Always confirm that the AC Adaptor plug (and the extension cord
and plug, if any) have been fully inserted into the receptacle, to
assure a secure electrical connection.
Under certain conditions, data may be lost, including:
Misuse of your Pocket PC; Subjecting the main unit of your Pocket PC to
static electricity and/or noise; Total loss of electric charge in the battery;
and Servicing of your Pocket PC.
Avoid connecting your Pocket PC to an external device such as a computer in an environment likely to be affected by static electricity. For example during low-humidity weather, shuffling your shoes upon a rag can
produce static electricity. Before you handle your computer, you should
touch a grounded object to discharge any static electricity from your body.
Avoid using your Pocket PC in environments that are likely to be affected
by static electricity or are prone to high electrical noise. If you connect
your Pocket PC to a computer via the optional docking cradle for data
transfer or data restoration purposes, Toshiba will not be responsible for
any Pocket PC or computer malfunction, problems with data transfer or
data modifications/loss that may occur in these environments.
Use your Pocket PC only in locations with the following ambient environmental conditions:
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Under normal operational use with temperatures between 0°C and 40°C
(32°F and 104°F); With humidity of 30% to 80%; and When charging the
battery with temperatures between 5°C and 40°C (41°F and 104°F).
Do not store or use your Pocket PC in the following locations:
Those subject to extremely high or low temperatures; Dusty locations;
and Locations or sites subject to strong vibration.
Use or storage in these location, sites or areas can result in product failure, malfunction or loss of data.
Do not subject your Pocket PC to sudden and severe temperature
changes. This could result in moisture condensation in the Pocket PC that
could cause damage to your Pocket PC, computer function loss, and/or
the loss of data. In the event of moisture condensation, allow your Pocket
PC to dry out completely.
It is normal for the AC Adaptor to become warm when charging.
Disconnect the power plug from the outlet when not in use.
Take care not to sit on your Pocket PC when it is located in the back
pocket of trousers, etc. This could cause damage to your Pocket PC or
malfunction of the Pocket PC functions.
Do not place objects on top of your Pocket PC or drop them on top of your
Pocket PC. This could cause damage to your Pocket PC and/or malfunction.
Clean terminals (metallic parts) on a regular basis with a cotton swab.
Dirty terminals could affect battery charging.
Never use organic solvents such as benzene or paint thinner to clean
your Pocket PC. Use of these solvents can cause deformation or discoloration.
Do not wipe the display with a damp or wet cloth or touch the display with
damp or wet hands. Wiping or touching the display under this condition
can cause product failure or malfunction. Always use a soft dry cloth to
wipe the display.
When using the SD memory card, be sure to read the relevant
instruction manual and ensure that you know the proper procedures
for their use.
Never subject the card to any severe shock while connected to your
Pocket PC. Such a shock can cause damage to the card and a malfunction.
Do not carry your Pocket PC with the card connected to it. This can result
in the damage or loss of the card.
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Never connect the optional cradle terminals with metallic objects, such as
wires. Connecting these terminals with metallic objects may cause the
production of excess heat, burns and damage to the charger and/or your
Pocket PC.
Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable. Never dispose of the battery with
ordinary waste.
Never bend or twist your Pocket PC. This could cause damage to your
Pocket PC or malfunction of the Pocket PC functions.
Supplementary Information: “The product complies with the
Weitere Informationen: “Das Produkt entspricht den
Informations complérnentaires: “Ce produit est conforme aux exi-
Información complementaria: “El Producto cumple los requistos
Ulteriori informazioni: “Il prodotto é conforme ai requisiti
Ytterligare information: “Produkten uppfyller kraven enligt
requirements of the Low Voltage
Directive 73/23/EEC and the EMC
Directive 89/336/EEC.”
Anforderungen der Niederspannungs Richtlinie 73 23/EG und der
EMC-Richtlinie 89/336/EG.”
gences de la directive sur les
basses tensions 73/23/CEE et de la
directive EMC 89/336/CEE.”
de baja tensión de la Directiva 73/
23/CEE y la Directiva EMC 89/336/
CEE.”
della direttiva sulla bassa tensione
73/23/EG e la direttiva EMC 89/
336/EG.”
lägspänningsdirektiver 73/23/EEC
och EMC-direktiv 89/336/EEC.”
Working environment
This product was designed to fulfill the EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) requirements for “residential, commercial and light industry environments”.
Toshiba does not approve the use of this product in working environments
other than “residential, commercial and light industry environments”.
For example, the following environments are not recommended:
• Industrial Environments (environments with a main voltage >230V~)
• Medical Environments
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• Automotive Environments
• Aircraft Environments
Any consequences resulting from the use of this product in working environments that are not approved are not the responsibility of Toshiba Corporation.
The consequences of the use of this product in non-approved working
environments may be:
• Interference with other devices or machines in the nearby surrounding
area
• Malfunction of, or data loss from, this product caused by disturbances
generated by other devices or machines in the nearby surrounding
area
Therefore Toshiba strongly recommends that the electromagnetic compatibility of this product be suitably tested in all non-approved working
environments before use. In the case of automobiles or aircraft, the manufacturer or airline respectively should be asked for permission before use
of this product.
Furthermore, for general safety reasons, the use of this product in environments with explosive atmospheres is not permitted.
CE compliance
This product and the original options are designed to observe the related
EMC (Electromagnetic compatibility) and safety standards. However,
Toshiba cannot guarantee that this product still observes these EMC standards if options or cables not produced by Toshiba are connected or
implemented. In this case the persons who have connected/implemented
those options/cables have to make sure that the system (PC plus options/
cables) still fulfils the required standards. To avoid general EMC problems, the following advice should be observed:
• Only CE marked options should be connected/implemented
• Only best shielded cables should be connected
FCC Notice
“Declaration of Conformity”
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful
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interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Only peripherals complying with the FCC class B limits
may be attached to this equipment. Operation with noncompliant peripherals or peripherals not recommended
by Toshiba is likely to result in interference to radio and
TV reception. Shielded cables must be used between the
external devices and the computer’s USB ports, external
monitor port, PS/2 keyboard port and PS/2 mouse
port.Changes or modifications made to this equipment,
not expressly approved by Toshiba or parties authorized
by Toshiba could void the user’s authority to operate the
equipment.
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference
2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Canadian Regulatory Information
(Canada Only)
This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise
emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department of Communications.
Note that Canadian Department of Communications (DOC) regulations
provide, that changes or modifications not expressly approved by
TOSHIBA Corporation could void your authority to operate this equipment.
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian
Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exgences du
Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
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VCCI Notice
(Japan Only) Class BITE
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FCC Class B Digital Devices & Peripheral
Devices (Declaration of Conformity or
Certification Authorization)
Declaration of Conformity Label & Marking
Requirements
• User Manual must provide user information in accordance with
±15.19(a)(3), 15.21, 15.27 and 15.105(b):
Instruction Manual Federal
Communication Commission
Interference Statement
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio
or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one
of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Caution: Assure continued compliance (for example, use only
shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral
devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the
manufacturer of this device could void the user's authority to operate
this equipment.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Responsible Party: Toshiba America Information Systems, Inc.
9740 Irvine Blvd.
Irvine, CA 92618-1697
Telephone Number: 1-800-Toshiba
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CHAPTER 1: Getting Started ................................ 15
CHAPTER 2: Basic Skills ...................................... 17
CHAPTER 3: Microsoft ActiveSync ..................... 50
CHAPTER 4: Microsoft Pocket Outlook .............. 52
CHAPTER 5: Companion Programs .................... 61
CHAPTER 6: Pocket Internet Explorer ................ 73
CHAPTER 7: Getting Connected ......................... 78
CHAPTER 8: Optional Functions ......................... 80
CHAPTER 9: Additional Information ................. 113
Table of Contents
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Chapter 1: Getting Started
Chapter 1:
Getting Started
Welcome
Congratulations on purchasing your Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405. Due
to the size and capabilities of this device, you can keep your most important business and personal information up-to-date and close at hand.
Microsoft
you to synchronize the information on your desktop or laptop computer
with your device.
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ActiveSync® increases the power of your device by allowing
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Where to Find Information
This book describes your Pocket PC hardware, provides an overview of
the programs on your Pocket PC, and explains how to connect your
Pocket PC to a computer. For instructions on setting up your Pocket PC
and installing ActiveSync, see below.
For programs on your Pocket PC See this source:
Programs on your Pocket PC This user's manual and device Help.
Connecting to and synchronizing with a
computer
Last-minute updates and detailed technical
information
Up-to-date information on your Toshiba
Pocket PC e400/e405
The Quick Start Card or ActiveSync Help on
your computer. To view Help, click Help and
then Microsoft ActiveSync Help.
The Read Me files, located in the Microsoft
ActiveSync folder on the computer and on the
Pocket PC Companion CD.
http://www.pda.toshiba.com
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Chapter 2: Basic Skills
Chapter 2:
Basic Skills
Your Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405 is easy to learn how to use. This
chapter describes the use and customization of your
Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405.
Parts Names and Function
Main unit (front view)
Power Button/Screen light
Recording Button
(Program Button 5)
TOSHIBA Scroller
SD card slot
Stereo headphone jack
Touch screen
Program Buttons 1, 2, 3 & 4
Hold Switch
Infrared Port
Battery LED
Initial Setting of User Programmable Button
Program button 1 = Calendar
Program button 2 = Tasks
DC-IN socket
Speaker
Cursor Button/
Navigation Button
Cradle connection
port
Program button 3 = Home
Program button 4 = Contacts
Program button 5 = Voice Recorder
Battery Switch
Switch cover
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Cradle (Optional)
Main unit (back view)
Stylus
Reset Button
SD card slot
Stylus holder
Stereo Headphone Jack
Power Button/
Screen Light
Recording Button
(Program Buttons)
TOSHIBA Scroller
Hold Switch
Cradle (optional)
DC-IN socket
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Power Button
The power button turns the unit and the screen light on and off.
Power button When the power is off When the power is on
Press and hold. The power turns on. The screen light alternately
turns on/off.
Press it quickly. The power turns on. The power turns off.
Battery Switch
The battery switch supplies/cuts off the battery power to the Toshiba
Pocket PC e400/e405.
Battery Switch
Supply
Stop
Switch cover
The setting of this switch at shipment is “stop”. When using the Toshiba
Pocket PC e400/e405 for the first time, open the switch cover, then slide
this switch to the left (the “supply” side) with the stylus.
Switching the battery switch to the "stop" position at any
time will lead to loss of data.
To turn on the battery switch:
1. Open Switch cover.
2. Slide the battery switch to the right.
Battery Alarm LED
The alarm LED indicates the following conditions.
Flashing orange When the preset alarm time, which was set through Cal-
endar or Tasks, goes off, the lamp flashes.
Orange Indicates charging of the battery.
Yellow The battery charging process is stopped due to the
ambient temperature being too high or low. Charge the
battery in an ambient temperature of approx. 41°F to
104°F (5°C to 40°C).
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Flashing orange When the preset alarm time, which was set through Cal-
Green Indicates full charge of the battery.
endar or Tasks, goes off, the lamp flashes.
How to Use the Stylus
The stylus is used for menu selection or data input on the touch-screen of
the Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405.
■ Tap: Touch the screen once with the stylus to open items and select
options.
■ Drag: Hold the stylus on the screen and drag it across to select text
and images. Drag in a list to select multiple items.
■ Tap and hold: Tap and hold the stylus on an item to see a list of
actions available for that item. On the pop-up menu that appears, tap
the action you want to perform.
When you operate the touch screen of the Toshiba
Pocket PC e400/e405, use the supplied stylus.
If the tip of the stylus is damaged, do not use it. If you
operate the touch screen with a damaged stylus or a ballpoint pen, the touch screen may be damaged.
When the stylus is damaged, please purchase a new
one.
About the Cursor Button
There are 2 modes for cursor button control,
• 4-direction (upper, lower, right or left)
• 8-direction (oblique angles are added).
You can select the either of these two modes by tapping Settings, and
then Buttons. In either mode, you can move a cursor (selection display)
on the screen by pressing the upper, lower, right, or left part of the cursor
button. You can select a program to launch by pressing the center part of
the cursor button.
About the Scroller
You can move the cursor on the screen by moving the scroller up and
down, as well as launching a program by pressing the scroller.
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You can also activate the previous window by holding down the scroller
until the current window closes. To enable or disable this function, select
the mode by tapping Settings, and then Buttons.
The cursor movement is different depending on the
screen. When the cursor is at the right or the left side of
the screen, it may not move.
Hold Switch
When the Hold switch is on, Program Buttons 1 through 5, Cursor Button,
and Scroller will be disabled. The Hold switch icon will be displayed
o the navigation bar. On the contrary, when the Hold switch is off, these
buttons will be enabled again.
Hold Switch
On
Off
Flash ROM Disk (NAND Flash Memory)
The Flash ROM Disk (NAND Flash Memory) contains the built-in storage
for the Pocket PC.
Data, files or programs can be stored on the Flash ROM Disk from the following sources: File Explorer, Pocket Word, Pocket Excel, Notes of
Pocket Outlook, and DataBackup.
Data can be accessed on the Flash ROM Disk by using File Explorer.
1. On the Start menu, tap Programs, and then File Explorer.
2. Open Local Device folder, and then tap Flash ROM Disk.
To confirm the memory available on the Flash ROM Disk, do the following:
1. On the Start menu, tap Settings, System tab, and then Memory.
2. Tap the Storage Card tab, and then select Flash ROM Disk.
To store data from Pocket Word, Pocket Excel or Notes of Pocket Outlook, open the application and do the following:
1. Select a location for storage by tapping Too l s, Options, and then
select either SD Card or Flash ROM Disk.
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2. Tap OK.
When accessing the data on the Flash ROM Disk, DO
NOT turn off the power, reset, or initialize the Pocket PC.
To store attachments in Inbox of Pocket Outlook, open the
application and then To ols, Options, Storage Ta b . S ele c t
Store attachments on storage card. This will store the
attachments on the Flash ROM Disk.
Data stored on the Flash ROM Disk are not backed up. See "Using
DataBackup" on page 89. for information on how to make a backup of
data on the Flash ROM Disk. Periodic backups of data stored on the
Flash ROM Disk is recommended.
Battery Charging
A built-in battery is installed in the Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405. When
using the Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405 for the first time, set the battery
switch to the supply side, and then charge the built-in battery with the supplied AC adapter.
Assembling the Optional Cradle
Prior to charging the battery, the back plate that supports the Toshiba
Pocket PC e400/e405 while charging needs to be inserted into the base
of the cradle. To do this, insert the transparent plate (side B facing the cradle connection port) into the cradle base to cradle position P1 as shown
below.
Side B
Cradle
connection port
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How to Charge the Battery
You can use three charging methods.
Turn the unit off before connecting the AC Adapter.
Method 1: Connect the supplied AC adapter and the Toshiba Pocket PC
e400/e405 as shown in the figure below.
Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead,
a chemical known to the State of California to cause birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.
Method 2: Connect the Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405 directly to your
computer using the supplied USB Client Cable.
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Method 3: Connect the supplied AC adapter and the optional cradle as
shown in the figure below, and then insert the Toshiba Pocket
PC e400/e405 into the optional cradle.
For charging the battery, maintain an ambient temperature from approx. 41°F to 104°F (5°C to 40°C).
When the lamp glows orange or green, you can use the
Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405.
When the battery is completely charged, the Battery/
Alarm LED color will change to green.
How to Prolong Battery Life
■ Use the Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405 with the AC adapter.
Under the following conditions where the power consumption will be
high, please use the AC adapter when:
■ Operating while connected to your computer.
■ Operating with a storage card or with any other optional equip-
ment.
■ In addition,
■ Select the short power-off time in the setting menu to shorten the
time the unit will remain on if not used (see "Customize Your
Toshiba Pocket PC" on page 41).
■ Turn off the screen light.
■ Set the screen brightness to power saving mode and shortening
the light turn-off time (see "Customize Your Toshiba Pocket PC"
on page 41).
■ Use your unit with an ambient temperature between 59°F and
77°F (15°C and 25°C). This temperature range is the most effective for the battery.
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■ When you use the Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405 in high or low
temperature environments, the operable time is shortened due to
the decrease of the battery capacity.
Battery Life
The built-in battery has a limited life. Repeated charging/discharging of
the battery gradually decreases operable time.
■ Do not leave the Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405 in a place of high or
low temperature. It may shorten battery life.
If you have not used the Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405
for several days, its battery charge level reading may be
inaccurate. Fully recharge the battery before using.
Battery Charge Level and Stored Data Protection
If the battery charge level becomes extremely low, or is completely discharged, the memory data stored in the Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405
could be lost.
When the low battery status icon or the alarm message appears, immediately connect the AC adapter to the Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405 and
charge the battery.
The built-in battery gradually discharges even if the
device is not being used. When the Toshiba Pocket PC
e400/e405 is left for a long time, the built-in battery of the
Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405 may completely discharge.
As a precaution, it is recommended to save the Toshiba
Pocket PC's memory data to your computer or to a storage card.
The manufacturer is not responsible for data change or
clearance due to battery discharge.
How to use the Optional USB Host Cable
The optional USB Host cable allows you to connect a USB keyboard to
the Pocket PC.
To connect a USB keyboard to the Pocket PC:
1. Turn off the power.
2. Plug the optional USB Host cable to the Pocket PC.
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3. Connect a USB keyboard to the USB port of the optional USB Host
cable.
Charge the battery or connect the AC adapter if the battery power is low.
You cannot use a USB keyboard if the battery power is
less than 15%.
Use only a Microsoft Pocket PC compatible keyboard.
Initial Setup
When using the Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405 for the first time, follow the
initial setup procedures below after the battery has been charged.
1. Move the battery switch to the “supply” position. The Toshiba Pocket
PC e400/e405 powers on automatically and the Welcome screen
appears. Tap the screen to start the following setup.
2. Execute touch screen correction.
When the align screen appears, tap the center of the cross target
with the stylus. The next target position changes upon tapping the
target. Five taps complete the positioning correction. The screen
then changes to the Stylus screen.
■ If a finger or any other object touches the screen during correc-
tion, the correction will be cancelled. Repeat the correction procedure.
3. Read how to use the stylus.
■ Read and understand the stylus operation, and then tap NEXT.
For more information on stylus operation, see "How to
Use the Stylus" on page 20.
4. Learn the pop-up menu operation.
■ Read the on-screen explanation and then follow the instructions.
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Display the pop-up menu, and cut and paste the data according
to the screen instructions.
■ After you finish the paste operation, this stage is completed. Tap
NEXT.
5. Set the TIME ZONE.
■ When tapping the right mark, the city and the time zone lists
appear. Tap the desired city and time zone.
■ When the setup is completed, tap NEXT.
6. Complete the initial setup.
■ When the Complete screen appears, the initial setup is com-
pleted.
■ After tapping the screen, you can use the Toshiba Pocket PC
e400/e405.
When you tap the Complete screen, the Today screen
appears. For more information on the Today screen, see
"Today Screen" on page 30.
Using a SD Card
To insert a card:
1. Turn off the power
2. Remove the dummy card.
3. Insert the card with its contact surface (metal contact surface) facing
the back of the Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405.
4. Press down until a clicking sound is heard.
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To remove a card:
1. Turn off the power
2. Lightly press down the card until a clicking sound is heard. The card
will pop out slightly from the slot.
3. Pull the card straight up to remove.
Connecting to a Computer
Before connecting your Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405 to a computer,
check the following.
■ ActiveSync has been installed on your computer (see "Microsoft
ActiveSync" on page 50)
■ Make sure that the Pocket PC and your computer are both turned off.
■ The position of connecting port on the computer may differ according
to the computer type.
To connect directly using the supplied connection cable:
Connect the Toshiba Pocket PC e400/e405 directly to your computer
using the supplied USB Client cable.
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To Connect Using the Optional Cradle:
1. Connect the optional cradle to your computer as shown in the illus-
tration below.
2. Insert the Pocket PC into the optional cradle.
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Today Screen
When you turn on your device for the first time each day (or after 4 hours
of inactivity), you'll see the Today screen. You can also display it by tap-
ping and then Today. On the Today screen, you can see at a glance
important information for the day.
Following are some of the status icons you may see.
Tap to switch to a
program.
Tap to create a new item.
Tap to view network status and options.
Tap to change the volume level or to turn the volume on/off.
Tap and hold to change time format.
Tap to change date and time.
Tap to open the owner information window.
Your day at a glance.
Tap to disconnect from
ActiveSync.
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