To edit your writing:

1. Tap and hold the stylus next to the text that you wish to select until the insertion point appears. 2. In order to select a text, tap Menu > Draw. Make sure Draw has no check mark beside it. 3. Drag the stylus across the text you want to select. If you accidentally write on the screen, tap Menu > Undo Ink and try again. 4. Tap Menu on the Menu bar then select an action, or use one of the tools in the Input Panel to enter a new text.
To convert writing to text:
Tap Menu > Tools > Recognize.

To select a zoom level:

Tap Menu > Zoom. From the list, tap a zoom percentage. 14 Chapter 2
If the conversion is incorrect, you can select different words from a list of alternates or return to the original writing. 1. Tap and hold the incorrect word. 2. When the pop-up menu appears, tap Alternates to display a list of alternate words for the selection. 3. Tap the word that you want to use, or tap the writing at the top of the menu to return to the original writing.
Tap to return to your original writing Or, tap the word that you want to use
Tips for getting good writing recognition
Write neatly. Write on the line and draw descenders below the line. Write the cross of the t and apostrophes below the top line so that they are not confused with the word above. Write periods and commas above the line. For better recognition, try increasing the zoom level to 300% using the Tools menu. Write the letters of a word closely and leave big gaps between words so that the device can easily tell where the words begin and end. Hyphenated words, foreign words that use special characters such as accents, and some punctuation cannot be converted. If you add writing to a word or change it after the word has been recognized, the writing that you added will be included when you try to recognize the writing again.

Drawing on the screen

You can draw on the screen in the same way that you write on the screen. The difference between writing and drawing on the screen is how you select items and how they can be edited. For example, selected drawings can be resized, while writing cannot.

To create a drawing:

1. Use the stylus to make a stroke that extends over three lines on the screen. A drawing box appears around the stroke.

To set a password for your device:
1. Tap > Settings > Lock icon. 2. Check the box Prompt if device unused, then select the period from the available options by tapping the down arrow. 20 Chapter 2
3. Select the password type, Simple 4 digit or Strong alphanumeric. 4. Key-in a password. If you selected the Strong alphanumeric type of password, you need to key-in the password twice. 5. Tap the Hint tab to create a kind of reminder in case you forget your password. 6. Tap ok when done.
Changing the screen display orientation
To change the screen display orientation:
1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Screen icon. 2. Select your desired orientation, then tap ok.

Portrait orientation

Tap to change the screen display orientation
Landscape orientation (Default)
To enable the ClearType feature:
1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Screen icon > Clear Type tab. 2. Check the Enable Clear Type box, then tap ok.
To change the screen text size:
1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Screen icon > Text Size tab. 2. Move the slider toward the Smallest or Largest until you attain your desired text size. Tap ok.
NOTE The slider is set on the middle by default.
To change the screen theme:

1. 2.

Changing the screen theme
Tap > Settings > Today icon. Select your desired theme from the available options. or Check the box Use this picture as the background, then tap Browse to select an image from your picture files. 3. Tap ok when done.
To specify the items to appear on the Today screen:
1. Tap > Settings > Today icon > Items tab. 2. Check the box opposite your desired items. Tap ok when done.
Changing the button assignments
To change the button assignments:
1. Tap > Settings > Buttons icon. 2. Highlight a button by tapping on it. 3. Tap the down arrow to display the programs that you can assign to the button. 4. Repeat steps 2 to 3 to change other button assignments. 5. Tap ok when done.
To customize the button setttings:
1. 2. 3. 4. Tap the Up/Down Control tab. Tap the slider to your desired settings of Up/Down button reaction time. Tap the Advance tab to set options for the key light and hold switch. Tap ok when done.
Using Mode Switcher and Task Switcher
On the rightmost group of buttons on the device (see Chapter 1), its right button functions, by default, as the Mode Switcher button which allows you to quickly toggle between the Today screen, Windows Media Player, and Rotate screen. The Mode Switcher box appears on-screen when you press this button.

NOTE You may connect your Pocket PC to your computer right after installing ActiveSync. Make sure that the ActiveSync (high speed) or ActiveSync (low speed) option is selected in Settings > Connections tab > USB Settings.

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Synchronizing your device
Connecting your device to a computer
1. Connect the mini USB device plug of the sync cable to the mini USB connector at the left side of your device. 2. Connect the other end of the sync cable to a USB port on your computer.
Setting up a sync relationship
Immediately after you have completed the installation, the Sync Setup wizard will start automatically to help you establish a sync relationship and customize your synchronization settings. At this point, you can decide exactly which types of information you would like to synchronize with your computer.
A sync relationship is a file that allows you to synchronize your device with your desktop computer. This file is stored on your desktop computer. An additional file that enables your desktop computer to recognize your device is stored on your device.
To set up a sync relationship:
1. On the Synchronization Setup Wizard screen, click Next.

Synchronize and Enhance

2. Check the box if you want to synchronize directly with a server. Ask your network administrator for the server address and logon credentials. Click Next and follow the on screen instruction to connect to a server. 3. Select the type of information that you wish to synchronize, then click Next. If you wish to customize a synchronized item, highlight the item then click Settings.
On the Calendar Synchronization Settings window, for example, select from the options on how you wish to synchronize the appointments on your device with your computer, then click OK.
4. Click Finish to complete the sync relationship setup. Immediately after you set up a sync relationship, ActiveSync starts automatically and initiates the first synchronization between your device and your computer. Refer to the succeeding sections for more details on synchronization.
Checking synchronized information
After your first synchronization, take a look at Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks on your device. You will notice that the calendar information in Microsoft Outlook on your computer was copied to your device, and the information that you have on your device was copied to your computer.
Open Microsoft Outlook on your desktop computer to see the details of copied information from your device.
Manually initiating synchronization
To manually initiate synchronization:

1. Tap

Once you have set up ActiveSync and completed the first synchronization process, you can initiate synchronization from your device at any time.

Managing e-mail messages and folders
The behavior of the folders you create depends on whether you are using ActiveSync, SMS, POP3, or IMAP4. If you use ActiveSync, e-mail messages in the Inbox folder in Outlook will automatically be synchronized with your device. The folders you create and the messages you move will then be mirrored on the server. If you use SMS, messages are stored in the Inbox folder. If you use POP3 and you move e-mail messages to a folder you created, the link is broken between the messages on the device and their copies on the mail server. The next time you connect, the mail server will see that the messages are missing from the device Inbox and delete them from the server. This prevents you from having duplicate copies of a message, but it also means that you will no longer have access to messages that you move to folders created from anywhere except the device. If you use IMAP4, the folders you create and the e-mail messages you move are mirrored on the server. Therefore, messages are available to you anytime you connect to your mail server, whether it is from your device or desktop computer. This synchronization of folders occurs whenever you connect to your mail server, create new folders, or rename/delete folders when connected.
Chapter 5 Companion Programs
The companion programs consist of Microsoft Word Mobile, Microsoft Excel Mobile, Microsoft PowerPoint Mobile, Pocket MSN, Windows Media Player, ASUS Hands-Free, and Remote Presenter for Pocket PC. To switch to a companion program on your device, tap Programs on the menu, then tap the program that you wish to open.

Word Mobile

Word Mobile works with Microsoft Word on your desktop computer to give you easy access to copies of your documents. You can create new documents on your device, or you can copy documents from your desktop computer to your device. Synchronize documents between your desktop computer and your device so that you have the most up-to-date content in both locations. Use Word Mobile to create documents, such as letters, meeting minutes, or trip reports.
Creating Word Mobile documents
To create a new Word document:
1. Tap > Programs > Word Mobile to launch the application. If you have existing Microsoft Word or Word Mobile documents in your device, a list of the documents appears. 2. Tap New on the Menu bar to display a blank document. 3. Use any of the tools in the input panel to type your text.
NOTE If you tap Menu > Options and choose a template, that template appears with the appropriate text and formatting already provided.

Companion Programs

Tap to save and close your document

Formatting toolbar

Opening an existing Excel Mobile document
1. Tap > Programs > Excel Mobile to display a list of Excel Mobile files. 2. Tap the file that you wish to open.

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Saving an Excel Mobile document
To save an Excel Mobile document:
When you have finished editing your document, tap ok. By default, your document is saved as Book1 as the file name. You can change the file name to one that is more descriptive of your document. See the procedure below for saving options.
1. With the document open, tap Menu > File > Save As. to display the Save As screen. 2. Change the file name by simply typing a new one in the Name field. 3. Tap the down arrow in the Folder field to select a folder where you wish to place the file. 4. Tap the down arrow in the Type field to select a file format. 5. Tap the down arrow in the Location field to indicate the location of your saved file, e.g. main memory, flash disk, or storage card, if available. 6. Tap Save.

To rename/move a file:

1. With the document open, tap Menu > File > Rename/Move. to display the Rename/Move screen. 2. Change the file name in the Name field. 3. Tap the down arrow in the Folder field to select a folder where you wish to move the file. 4. Tap the down arrow in the Location box to select the folder location. 5. Tap ok when done.
Tips for working in Excel Mobile
Take note of the following when working on large worksheets in Pocket Excel: View in full-screen mode to see as much of your worksheet as possible. Tap View > Full Screen. To exit full-screen mode, tap Restore. Companion Programs 55
Show and hide window elements. Tap View > Show. Freeze and unfreeze panes on a worksheet. First select the cell where you want to freeze panes. Tap View > Freeze Panes. You might want to freeze the top and leftmost panes in a worksheet to keep the row and column labels visible as you scroll through a sheet. To unfreeze panes, tap View > Unfreeze Panes. Split panes to view different areas of a large worksheet. Tap View > Split. Drag the split bar to where you want it. To remove the split, tap View > Remove Split. Show and hide rows and columns. To hide a row or column, select a cell in the row or column that you want to hide. Tap Menu > Format > Row or Column > Hide. To show a hidden row or column, tap Menu > Edit > Go To, and type a reference that is in the hidden row or column. Tap Menu > Format > Row or Column > Unhide. For more information on using Excel Mobile, tap > Help.

4. Select your desired options. When done, tap ok.

Pocket MSN

Pocket MSN on your device is an instant messaging program that allows you to: See who among your contacts is online and chat with them by sending and receiving instant messages. Access your hotmail account, if you have one, and send and receive e-mails.

To use Pocket MSN:

You must have a Microsoft Passport account or a Microsoft Exchange e-mail account. You must have a Passport to use the MSN Messenger Service. If you have a Hotmail or MSN account, you already have a Passport. Once you have obtained either a Microsoft Passport or Microsoft Exchange account, you are ready to set up your account. Sign up for a Microsoft Passport account at http://www.passport.com. Get a free Microsoft Hotmail e-mail address at http://www.hotmail.com.

To open MSN Messenger:

1. Tap Pocket MSN on the Today screen then tap MSN Messenger. OR Tap > Programs > Pocket MSN > MSN Messenger.
Signing up in MSN Messenger
To sign in to MSN Messenger service:
1. 2. Tap the Tap here to sign in link. OR Tap Sign In or Menu > Sign In. On the MSN - Sign In screen, enter your e-mail address and password. Then tap Sign In. Chapter 5
If you already use MSN Messenger on your computer, your contacts will show up on your device.

MSN Messenger contacts

The MSN Messenger screen shows all of your messenger contacts at a glance, divided into Online and Not Online categories. From this view, while connected, you can chat, send an e-mail, block the contact from chatting with you, or delete contacts from your list using the pop-up menu. To see others online without being seen, tap Menu > Block. If you block a contact, you will appear offline but will remain on the blocked contacts list. To unblock a contact, tap and hold the contact, then tap Unblock on the pop-up menu.
Tap a contact to start a chat
Tap and hold a contact to display a pop-up menu where you can choose to send e-mail to the contact, block the contact, etc.

Chatting with contacts

Tap a contact name to open a chat window. Enter your message in the text entry area at the bottom of the screen, or tap My Text to enter a preset message, then tap Send. To invite another contact to a multi-user chat, tap Menu > Invite, then tap the contact that you want to invite.
Tap to switch between chat windows Tap to change your MSN status View full chat Tap to switch back to the contacts list without closing a chat Tap to add a new contact Tap to choose a preset message Enter message here Tap to send message Tap to enter your own MSN status Tap to invite more contacts to your chat Tap to block a contact from seeing your status

On the MSN Messenger screen, tap > Help for more information.
Tap to display the current contacts you are chatting with Tap to change your display name and customize other settings

Using MSN Hotmail

To open MSN Hotmail:
With MSN Hotmail, you can access your hotmail mailbox on your Pocket PC and send and receive e-mails.
1. Tap Pocket MSN on the Today screen then tap MSN Hotmail. OR > Programs > Pocket MSN > MSN Hotmail. Tap
Tap to display the message folders
Tap to sort the messages by order of message type, sender name, etc.

Tap a message to open it

After selecting a message, choose what you want to do with the e-mail from the menu.
Tap to create a new e-mail

Tap to open the menu

Enter the recipients e-mail address Enter a subject Enter the message Tap to add a recipient from Outlook Contacts Tap to attach an image, voice note, or file Tap to choose a preset message Tap to do a spelling check Tap to save the message to the Drafts folder for later editing Tap to cancel the message without sending it Tap to set the priority, language encoding, and more for the message

Tap to send the e-mail

On the MSN Hotmail screen, tap > Help for more information.
Windows Media Player for Pocket PC
Use Microsoft Windows Media Player for Pocket PC to play digital audio and video files that are stored on your device or on a network. To switch to Windows Media Player for Pocket PC, tap > Windows Media. Use Microsoft Windows Media Player on your desktop computer to copy digital audio and video to your Pocket PC. You can play Windows Media and MP3 files on your Pocket PC. Companion Programs 61
Tap to view in full screen Tap to view the favorites Tap to view the playlist Tap to skip to the beginning of the current file or to the previous file Tap to play/pause Tap to skip to the next file
Tap to mute or enable audio Tap to decrease/increase volume

You can add a button to the Internet Explorer toolbar for creating mobile favorites. In Internet Explorer on your desktop computer, click View > Toolbars > Customize.

Saving device memory

Mobile favorites take up storage memory on your device. To minimize the amount of memory used: In the settings for the Favorites information type in ActiveSync options, turn off pictures and sounds, or stop some mobile favorites from being downloaded to the device. For more information, see ActiveSync Help. Limit the number of downloaded linked pages. In Interner Explorer on your desktop computer, click Favorites > Mobile Favorites, then right-click a specific mobile favorite item you want to change, then click Properties. In the Download tab, specify 0 or 1 for the number of linked pages you want to download.
Viewing mobile favorites and channels
To view mobile favorites and channels:
1. Tap Menu > Favorites to display your list of favorites. 2. Tap a Favorites page that you wish to view. You will see the page that was downloaded the last time you synchronized with your desktop computer. If the page is not on your device, the favorite is dimmed. You need to synchronize with your desktop computer again to download the page to your device, or connect to the Internet to view the page. 68 Chapter 6
Tap the favorite that you wish to view
Tap to add or delete a folder or favorite link
Adding/Deleting mobile favorites and folders

To add a favorite:

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Tap Menu > Favorites > Add/Delete tab. Tap the Add button to show the Add Favorite screen. Type a name for the favorite that you wish to add in the Name field. Type in the URL address in the Address (URL) field. Choose a folder where to place the favorite from the Create in selection box. 6. Tap Add to return to the Favorites screen, which now shows the favorite that you added.
NOTE To delete a favorite, tap the favorite you want to delete then then tap Delete button.

To add a folder:

1. 2. 3. 4. Tap Menu > Favorites > Add/Delete tab. Tap the New Folder button. Type a name for the folder that you wish to create. Tap Add to return to the Favorites screen, which now shows the folder that you added.

NOTE To delete a folder, tap the folder you want to delete then tap Delete button.

Chapter 7 Get Connected

You can set up connections to the Internet and corporate network at work to do such activities as browse the Internet or intranet, send and receive e-mail and instant messages, and synchronize information using ActiveSync. Connections can be made using a modem, wireless network, or network (Ethernet) card. A modem connection can be used to set up connections with an external modem, or through your mobile phone network using a cellular line. Your device has two groups of connection settings: My ISP and My Work Network. My ISP settings are used to connect to the Internet, and My Work Network settings can be used to connect to any private network, such as a corporate network you use at work. Simply fill in the settings and get ready to start connecting. For more information, see the sections Connect to the Internet or Connect to Work. You may also establish connection to another device with infrared (IR) or Bluetooth features. For more information, see the section Infrared (IR) connection later in this chapter, or Chapter 8 Bluetooth connection.
Connecting to the Internet
To connect to the Internet:
1. Obtain the following information from your ISP: ISP server phone number, user name, and password. 2. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections. 3. Under My Network, tap Add a new modem connection. 4. Create a modem connection. For more information, see section Set up modem connections. 5. To start the connection, begin using the desired program. For example, switch to Internet Explorer Mobile and browse a Web page. Your device automatically connects.
NOTE To set up a network card or wireless network connection to your ISP, add a new connection under My Work Network.

Get Connected

To select the network
1. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections > Advanced tab. 2. Tap Select Networks. 3. In the appropriate lists, select My ISP or My Work Network.

To view intranet URLs

1. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections > Advanced tab > Exceptions. 2. If you do not see your companys URL listed, tap Add new URL and create a new URL exception.

Connecting to Work

1. Obtain the following information from your network administrator: server phone number, user name, and password. 2. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections. 3. Under My Work Network, set up either a modem, network card, wireless network, or VPN server connection. Refer to the section Set up connections for the procedure. 4. To start the connection, start using a desired program. For example, switch to Pocket Internet Explorer and browse to a Web page. Your device automatically starts connecting.

NOTE Some device models do not support the WAP sites viewing feature.
1. Get the following information from your ISP: ISP server phone number, user name, and password. Also, contact your mobile phone service provider and ask for your WAP gateway server name and port number. 2. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections. 3. Tap Edit my proxy server. If a proxy server has not been set up, tap Set up my proxy server. 4. In Programs that automatically connect to the Internet should connect using, tap New and enter a name for the ISP connection. 5. On the Proxy Settings tab, select This network connects to the Internet and This network uses a proxy server to connect to the Internet. 6. If necessary, in the Proxy server box, enter the proxy server name. 7. Tap Advanced > WAP. 8. In the Server box, enter the WAP gateway server name. Under Port, enter the port number. The most common WAP port number is 9201. 9. Enter any logon credentials required by the WAP gateway server. Get Connected 75

Using dialing rules

Additional numbers may need to be dialed depending on your given location when connecting. For example, if you want to dial from work, a 9 prefix must often be dialed, or an area code is needed. To avoid creating a new modem connection for each situation, set dialing rules for the locations from which you often connect to. Three dialing locations, Home, Mobile, and Work, have been created for you, and you can create more. If a connection cannot be made, your device gives you an opportunity to change the dialing location. 1. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections > Advanced tab > Dialing Rules. button. 2. Tap the box beside Use dialing rules. 3. Select a location. Home - Dials the number as a local call without the prefix 9. Work - Dials the number as local call with the prefix 9. 4. Tap Edit. button and make your desired changes. 5. Tap ok when done.
NOTE To create a new location, tap New and follow the directions on the screen. To view additional information, tap.
Using Terminal Services Client
Use Terminal Services Client to log onto a computer and use all of the programs available on that computer from your Pocket PC. For example, instead of running Word Mobile, you can run the desktop computer version of Word and access all of the doc files on that computer from your device. To have remote access to a computer, it must be running the Terminal Services or Remote Desktop program in Windows 2000 or XP.
To connect and have remote access to a computer:
1. On your Pocket PC, tap > Programs > Terminal Services Client. 2. Specify the server name that is used by the Terminal Services or Remote Desktop program in the computer. You can also select the server name from the Recent servers list if you have previously connected to a computer. 76 Chapter 7
3. To run a program from the computer that are specifically sized for use with your Pocket PC, you can select the Limit size of server desktop to fit on this screen option to better fit the program on the device screen. 4. Tap Connect.

To set up Dial-up Networking:
1. Tap > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Create a connection to the device that will provide telephone access. See the section Bluetooth Connection Wizard. 3. On the My Shortcuts screen, tap and hold the newly created shortcut, then select Connect from the pop-up menu. 4. On the first Bluetooth connection screen, double-tap New Connection.
5. On the second Bluetooth connection screen, enter a name for the connection, dial-up phone number, and the other prompted information. Then tap ok. 6. Enter the required information on the succeeding screens.

Bluetooth File Explorer

The Bluetooth File Explorer appears automatically after a file transfer connection is established. This feature allows you to do the following: Navigate the directory structure of the remote device. View the files and folders on the remote device. Create new folders on the remote device. Send files to, and copy or get files from the remote device. Delete files from the remote device.
NOTE The file operations on the remote device are limited to the configured FTP root directory and subdirectories of the remote device.
The Bluetooth File Explorer also allows you to set a folder in your device for receiving inbound files. You may configure this folder for each of your connection shortcuts. See the section To set a local folder.
Bluetooth File Explorer menus
File Tools Send a File. Create a Folder Get Delete Set Local Folder Refresh
1. To move down in the directory structure of the remote device, tap the New Folder from the main window of Bluetooth File Explorer. 2. To move up in the directory structure of the remote device, tap the down-arrow to the right of the currently selected folder and select the New Folder from the drop-down list. 1. Select the folder in which you wish to place the new folder. 2. From the File menu, tap Create a Folder. 3. Enter a name for the new folder while the default name New Folder is highlighted. 1. From the File menu, tap Send a File. to display the Open screen. The Open screen includes the following: Folder - tap the down-arrow and select the folder that contains the file you wish to send. Type - default and only option is All Files (*.*). A list of files in the selected folder - tap a file that you wish to send. Cancel button - abort the Send a File. operation. 2. Tap your desired operation. The file that you selected is automatically sent when tapped, after which the Bluetooth File Explorer re-appears.
To change the remote device folder:
To create a folder on the remote device:
To send a file to the remote device:
To get a file from the remote device:

1. 2. 3.

Select the folder containing the file. Tap the file that you wish to get or copy. From the File menu, tap Get. OR Tap and hold the desired file and select Get from the pop-up menu. The file is copied to the local folder listed in the Local Folder field at the bottom of the screen.

1. 2. 3.

To delete a file from the remote device:
Tap the file that you wish to delete. From the File menu, tap Delete. Tap ok in the confirmation dialog box. OR Tap and hold the desired file and select Delete from the pop-up menu
To set a local folder for incoming files:
1. From the Tools menu, tap Set Local Folder. 2. Use the drop-down menu at the top of the screen to go to your desired folder. 3. Tap ok to return to the main screen of the Bluetooth File Explorer. You will see the Local Folder field is updated to reflect the new folder selection.
NOTE The Local Folder information is associated with the currently open shortcut and is saved with the active profile. You can separately configure your Local Folder for each connection shortcut.
To refresh the list of displayed files and folders on the remote device, simply tap Refresh from the Tools menu.

Send via Bluetooth

You can conveniently send your Outlook contacts, calendar items, and tasks individually or collectively to the remote device via Bluetooth.
To send data via Bluetooth:
1. Tap , then open either Contacts, Calendar, or Tasks. 2. Tap and hold the item you wish to send to the remote device, then tap Send via Bluetooth from the pop-up menu. OR Tap Menu > Send via Bluetooth. 3. On the Select a Bluetooth Device screen, tap the name of the destination, then tap ok.

Dial via Bluetooth

The Dial via Bluetooth option allows you to select a contact from the contacts list, and have your paired cell phone dial the contacts phone number. If a contact has more than one phone number, select the number that you wish to dial.

To dial via Bluetooth:

1. On the Contacts screen, tap and hold a contact and select Dial via Bluetooth. 2. If your device is paired with more than one cell phone, or if a phone is not yet selected, tap the phone icon next to Select a phone, and choose the phone that you wish to use. 3. Select the number that you wish to dial, then tap Dial Number. After the number is sent to the cell phone, the connection on the device is closed. After the cell phone completes the dialing process, you can use the phone the normal way.
Bluetooth Personal Area Network

A Bluetooth personal area network is a private, temporary, ad-hoc network of up to eight (8) devices. A Bluetooth personal area network allows you to easily exchange information that normally requires a TCP/IP network. Most chat utilities, multi-player games, etc. are fully functional in a Bluetooth personal area network environment. Bluetooth private area networks are subject to the same security settings (service availability, authorization, authentication, and encryption) that govern other Bluetooth communications. One Bluetooth device must be the host of the personal area network. Other Bluetooth devices join the network as clients. The host can accept and reject clients on an individual basis.
To set up a Bluetooth personal area network:
1. In the Bluetooth Manager, tap New > Join a personal network. 2. On the wizard screen, select Host a personal network, then tap Next. 3. Add remote devices to the Bluetooth personal network, if desired. a. Select the device that you wish to add. b. Add other devices, if desired. Tab Add to add other devices. There can be up to eight devices, including the host. 4. After adding devices, tap ok to complete the setup and close the wizard.
NOTE Adding devices is optional. You do not have to add devices to the personal network while configuring the host. You can let other devices join the personal network later.
To join a personal network:
1. In the Bluetooth Manager, tap New > Join a personal network. 2. On the wizard screen, select Join a personal network, then tap Next. 3. Select the host of the personal network, then tap Next to establish a connection to the personal area network. If you are asked to enter the IP network settings, select Use server-assigned IP address, then tap ok.
Setting up High Quality Audio setup or Hands-free/Headset setup
1. Tap icon > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap New > High Quality Audio setup or Hands-free/ Headset setup > Next. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
NOTE Please ensure the Hands-free device you are trying to connect to is ready to receive incoming connection requests. Please refer to the devices manual for more information.
Setting up ActiveSync via Bluetooth
1. Tap icon > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap New > ActiveSync via Bluetooth > Next. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. Please make sure the COM Port number that is set on the ActiveSync program on the computer is the same as the COM Port setting on MyPal. 4. On the Bluetooth Connection Wizard screen, select the name of the computer to synchronize MyPal with then tap Next. 5. Select the COM Port setting used by the computer and tap Next. 6. Tap Finish. Bluetooth 89

Chapter 7 Get Connected..71

Chapter 8 Bluetooth...79

Chapter 9 Wi-Fi...91

Appendix Notices..97

MyPal A626/A686/A696 specifications
Processor Operating system Memory Display A626 A686 A696
Intel XScale Processor, 312MHz
Intel XScale Processor, 416MHz Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 (Pocket PC) 256MB Flash ROM, 64MB SDRAM
128MB Flash ROM, 64MB SDRAM

Battery

3.5-inch, brilliant TFT LCD 65,000 Full-color, 16-bit display QVGA, 240x320 resolution Touch Pad Support Anti-glare technology
Expansion slot Bluetooth WLAN Audio GPS Size
1200 mAh removable/rechargeable Li-ion battery Bluetooth v2.0 (EDR)+ USB 1.1 Client WLAN N/A WLAN 802.11b/g 802.11b/g SiRF Star III / GPS chip with built-in GPS Antenna
One slot-SD card slot (SDIO/SD/MMC), at least 4GB

3.5 mm stereo N/A

Weight
117 mm x 70.8 mm x 15.7 mm 158 grams (with battery)

165 grams (with battery)

(Specifications are subject to change without notice.) IMPORTANT To avoid damaging your Pocket PC and accessories, it is best to operate this unit (including the protection case) within a temperature range of 20-30 oC (68-86 oF) and 50% humidity. Anything that goes beyond or below the ideal temperature range may damage the unit, and may shorten the battery life.

Package contents

Your package includes several accessories for the Pocket PC. After unpacking, check the items against the list below and make sure that they are in good condition. If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer or retailer immediately. Standard items ASUS MyPal A626/A686/A696 Pocket PC USB travel sync cable AC adapter Microsoft Companion CD: includes Microsoft Outlook 2002 and Microsoft ActiveSync 4.2 Stylus Protection case Removable/ rechargeable 1200mAh Li-ion battery Manual Quick Start Guide Warranty card Extra items for A686 and A696 Car kit (car holder and gooseneck) Car charger Optional accessories Stylus x 3 / package AC adapter Battery Car charger External antenna USB travel sync cable Car kit (car holder and gooseneck) Stereo headset with microphone Bluetooth headset Leather protection case (wallet type)

MyPal A626/A686/A696 comes with the standard SD card slot. The SD card slot can be inserted with SD or MMC memory cards. It also supports SDIO cards of various functionalities including 802.11b/g, modem, etc.
Installing and removing SD/ MMC/SDIO card
1. With the label side (usually the side with the card manufacturers name) face up, and the barcode/serial number side face down, insert the card into the SD card slot located on top of the device. 2. Push the card all the way into the slot until it fits completely. If properly installed, the SD or MMC card edge aligns with the top edge of the device. SDIO cards usually have an extended part that protrudes over the slot edge. 3. To remove, press the card slightly until it ejects out. You may then safely remove the card.
NOTE An SD/MMC/SDIO/ card fits only in one orientation, and slides smoothly into the slot if inserted correctly. DO NOT force the card into the slot!

Activating MyPal

You need to properly calibrate and activate your device before using it. This process ensures accurate positioning when entering text and selecting menus.
Calibrating and activating your device
1. Press the power button.
2. The Welcome screen appears when you turn on the device for the first time, or after performing a clean reset. Tap anywhere on the screen to continue.
NOTE To perform a clean reset, refer to the description on page 4. The default screen display orientation is landscape.
3. Tap the center of the cross to perform the align screen process. You may have to do this step a few times to properly calibrate.
NOTE To launch the Align Screen function at any time, tap > Settings > System tab > Screen icon > Align Screen button.
4. Follow the succeeding on-screen instructions. 5. Tap anywhere on the Complete screen when you are done with the alignment and settings. You are now ready to use your device. Chapter 1

Basic screens on MyPal

Today screen
Normally, the Today screen appears when you turn on your device for the first time each day.

1. In the note list, tap Menu > Options > Global Input Options link > Options tab. 2. Select your desired recording format from the Voice recording format pull-down menu then tap ok when done.
NOTE Compared to other settings, the Pulse Code Modulation (PCM) provides slightly better sound quality but takes up 50 times more storage space than Mobile Voice recordings.
Finding and organizing information
Using the Search function
To search for information:
1. Tap > Help > Search. 2. Enter the text that you want to find, select a data type, then tap Search to start the search. To quickly find information that is taking up space on your device, select Larger than 64 KB in Type.

Type a word to find

The Search and Help features on your device helps you quickly locate information.

To use the Help feature:

1. Tap > Help. 2. Tap a link to the topic that you wish to display.
Tap to search for the word

Using the File Explorer

To use the File Explorer to find and organize files:
Topics found containing the searched word
Tap > Programs > File Explorer icon to display the files in your device. 18 Chapter 2

Customizing your device

To see the available options:
You can customize your device by adjusting the settings, using the built-in programs, and installing additional software.
> Settings > Personal or System tab.
Tap and hold the slider on the right side of the screen to display other Settings icons.
Changing the date and time
To change the date and time settings:
1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Clock & Alarms icon. 2. Under the Time tab, make your desired settings.
NOTE Tap the More tab and select Display the clock in the title bar in all programs to display the clock on the top right corner of the screen all the time.
To change the alarm settings:
1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Clock & Alarms icon > Alarms tab. 2. Make your desired settings. Basics 19

To customize the button setttings:
1. 2. 3. 4. Tap the Up/Down Control tab. Tap the slider to your desired settings of Up/Down button reaction time. Tap the Advance tab to set options for the key light and hold switch. Tap ok when done.
Using Mode Switcher and Task Switcher
On the rightmost group of buttons on the device (see Chapter 1), its right button functions, by default, as the Mode Switcher button which allows you to quickly toggle between the Today screen, Windows Media Player, and Rotate screen. The Mode Switcher box appears on-screen when you press this button.
To customize Mode Switcher:
1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Mode Switcher > Display settings tab. 2. The three programs mentioned earlier are selected by default to be included in the Mode Switcher box. You may remove a program by deselecting the corresponding checkbox. 3. To change the ordering of the programs, tap or button. 4. Select the checkbox under Mode Switcher box. 5. Tap ok when done. if you want to add an Exit icon to the
If you want to change the button assignment to become the Task Switcher button, follow the steps below. Task Switcher allows you to toggle between currently running programs.

To enable Task Switcher:

1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Mode Switcher > Basic tab, then select Task Switcher. 2. Tap ok.
NOTE In the Basic tab, you can increase the delay time for showing the Mode Switcher or Task Switcher box to give you more time to make selections.

Setting the backlight

To set the backlight:
1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Backlight icon. 2. Adjust the display brightness by dragging the slider towards Dark or Bright until you achieve your desired screen brightness. 3. Tap the Advance tab and customize the backlight settings when using battery power and AC power. 4. Tap ok when done.
Changing the battery power settings
To change the battery power settings:
1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Power icon to display the battery power status. This screen shows the detected percentages of the remaining battery power. You may not change the information on this screen. 2. Tap the Advanced tab to customize the settings for the battery to conserve power. 3. Tap the CPU Mode tab to set the processing power to use when using programs. Maximum - allows better CPU performance. Set to this mode when playing games or playing video. However, setting to this mode may reduce the battery life. Normal - allows for a normal CPU speed and more stable performance. Set to this mode when listening to MP3 audio files or for applications that do not require very fast CPU speed. Power Save - sets the CPU to a lower speed. This mode has a lower CPU performance but extends the battery life. Set to this mode when using text based applications such as Word, Excel, etc. For automatic power saving, tick the circle beside Auto. This mode adjusts the CPU speed depending on the program that you are running. 4. Tap ok when done.

Changing the memory settings
To display the memory allocation:
1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Memory icon. 2. Tap ok when done.
To check the storage card memory:
1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Memory icon > Storage Card tab to display the memory information for the selected storage card. 2. If you wish to free storage card memory, delete some files from the storage card. Use the File Explorer to delete files. See Using the File Explorer for information.
To view the running programs:
1. Tap > Settings > System tab > Memory icon > Running Programs tab. 2. If you wish to free some system memory currently used by the running programs, select a program then tap Stop. To stop all running programs, tap Stop All.
Using simple applications
Your device includes several simple applications that are useful in your day-to-day use of your device.
The major applications that came with the Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 are discussed in other chapters.
To access the applications:
1. Tap > Programs. 2. Tap an icon to launch a specific application program.

Calculator Games

Tap the Calculator icon to use basic calculator functions.
Tap the Games icon to display the available games.

Bubble Breaker

The main objective of this game is to burst all the bubbles. To do so, tap two or more bubbles of the same color that are connected to each other. The more bubbles you burst at a time, the higher your score.

Solitaire

The main objective of this game is to use all the cards in the deck to build up four suit stacks in ascending order, beginning with the aces.
NOTE For details on the game rules, see the Help information on your device by tapping > Help > Contents > Play Games.

Pictures & Videos

Use Pictures & Videos to view pictures and play back videos of various formats stored in your device or in a storage card. You can then send them to your friends, view a slideshow of your pictures, play back the video or set a picture as background on the Today screen. Refer also to the online help on your device for more information on using this feature.

Synchronizing e-mail messages
You can e-mail messages as part of the general synchronization process. You will need to enable mail synchronization in ActiveSync. For more information on enabling mail synchronization, see the ActiveSync online help on your desktop computer.

During synchronization:

Messages are copied from the mail folders of Exchange or Outlook on your desktop computer to the ActiveSync folder in Inbox on your device. By default, you will receive messages from the past five days only and the first 100 lines of each message. E-mail messages in the Outbox folder on your device are transferred to Exchange or Outlook, then send from those programs. E-mail messages in subfolder must be selected in ActiveSync on your desktop computer in order to be transferred.
NOTE You can also synchronize e-mail messages with your desktop computer from a remote location. For more information on connecting your device, see Chapter 7.
Connecting directly to an e-mail server
In addition to synchronizing e-mail messages with your desktop computer, you can send and receive e-mail messages by connecting to an e-mail server using a modem or network card connected to your device. You need to set up a remote connection to a network or an ISP, and a connection to your e-mail server. For more information, see Chapter 7. When you connect to the e-mail server, new messages are downloaded to the device Inbox folder, messages in the device Outbox folders are sent, 46 Chapter 4
and messages that have been deleted on the e-mail server are removed from the device Inbox folder. Messages that you receive directly from an e-mail server are linked to your e-mail server rather than your desktop computer. When you delete a message on your device, it is also deleted from the e-mail server the next time you connect, based on the settings you selected in ActiveSync. You can work online or offline. When working online, you read and respond to messages while connected to the e-mail server. Messages are sent as soon as you tap Send, which saves space in your device. When working offline, once you have downloaded new message headers or partial messages, you can disconnect from the e-mail server and decide which messages to download completely. The next time you connect, Inbox downloads the complete messages you have marked for retrieval and sends the messages you have composed. When you connect to your e-mail server or synchronize with your desktop computer, by default, you will receive messages from the last three days only, and the mail is less than 0.5KB in size. If the mail size is larger than 0.5KB, you need to download it through hyperlink. The original messages remain on the e-mail server or your desktop computer. You can mark the messages that you want to retrieve in full during your next synchronization or e-mail server connection. In the message list, tap and hold the message that you want to retrieve. On the pop-up menu, tap Download Message. The icons in the Inbox message list give you visual indications of message status. You can specify your downloading preferences when you set up the service or select your synchronization options. You can change them at any time. Change options for Inbox synchronization using ActiveSync options. For more information, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop computer. Change options for direct e-mail server connections in Inbox on your device. Tap Menu > Tools > Options. On the Accounts tab, tap the account that you wish to change. Tap and hold the account and select Delete to remove an account.

To sign in to MSN Messenger service:
1. 2. Tap the Tap here to sign in link. OR Tap Sign In or Menu > Sign In. On the MSN - Sign In screen, enter your e-mail address and password. Then tap Sign In. Chapter 5
If you already use MSN Messenger on your computer, your contacts will show up on your device.

MSN Messenger contacts

The MSN Messenger screen shows all of your messenger contacts at a glance, divided into Online and Not Online categories. From this view, while connected, you can chat, send an e-mail, block the contact from chatting with you, or delete contacts from your list using the pop-up menu. To see others online without being seen, tap Menu > Block. If you block a contact, you will appear offline but will remain on the blocked contacts list. To unblock a contact, tap and hold the contact, then tap Unblock on the pop-up menu.
Tap a contact to start a chat
Tap and hold a contact to display a pop-up menu where you can choose to send e-mail to the contact, block the contact, etc.

Chatting with contacts

Tap a contact name to open a chat window. Enter your message in the text entry area at the bottom of the screen, or tap My Text to enter a preset message, then tap Send. To invite another contact to a multi-user chat, tap Menu > Invite, then tap the contact that you want to invite.
Tap to switch between chat windows Tap to change your MSN status View full chat Tap to switch back to the contacts list without closing a chat Tap to add a new contact Tap to choose a preset message Enter message here Tap to send message Tap to enter your own MSN status Tap to invite more contacts to your chat Tap to block a contact from seeing your status
On the MSN Messenger screen, tap > Help for more information.
Tap to display the current contacts you are chatting with Tap to change your display name and customize other settings

Using MSN Hotmail

To open MSN Hotmail:
With MSN Hotmail, you can access your hotmail mailbox on your Pocket PC and send and receive e-mails.

1. Tap Pocket MSN on the Today screen then tap MSN Hotmail. OR > Programs > Pocket MSN > MSN Hotmail. Tap
Tap to display the message folders
Tap to sort the messages by order of message type, sender name, etc.

Tap a message to open it

After selecting a message, choose what you want to do with the e-mail from the menu.
Tap to create a new e-mail

Tap to open the menu

Enter the recipients e-mail address Enter a subject Enter the message Tap to add a recipient from Outlook Contacts Tap to attach an image, voice note, or file Tap to choose a preset message Tap to do a spelling check Tap to save the message to the Drafts folder for later editing Tap to cancel the message without sending it Tap to set the priority, language encoding, and more for the message

Tap to send the e-mail

On the MSN Hotmail screen, tap > Help for more information.
Windows Media Player for Pocket PC
Use Microsoft Windows Media Player for Pocket PC to play digital audio and video files that are stored on your device or on a network. To switch to Windows Media Player for Pocket PC, tap > Windows Media. Use Microsoft Windows Media Player on your desktop computer to copy digital audio and video to your Pocket PC. You can play Windows Media and MP3 files on your Pocket PC. Companion Programs 61
Tap to view in full screen Tap to view the favorites Tap to view the playlist Tap to skip to the beginning of the current file or to the previous file Tap to play/pause Tap to skip to the next file
Tap to mute or enable audio Tap to decrease/increase volume
For more information on using Windows Media Player for Pocket PC, tap > Help.

Remote Presenter

The Remote Presenter allows you to wirelessly control your presentation. With the remote presenter, you can select a certain page, slide the pages, record the duration of the presentation, and easily switch the screen from edit mode to full screen. Before using the Remote Presenter, activate Bluetooth in your PC/ notebook, and launch the Remote Presenter tool in your PC/notebook.
NOTE Make sure you have installed the Remote Presenter tool in your PC/notebook.

Using Remote Presenter

To connect your Pocket PC to your PC/notebook:
1. Tap > Programs > Remote Presenter to launch the application. A reminding message appears, then tap Next. The Pocket PC then automatically scans for all available bluetoothenabled devices. 2. Select the PC or notebook you want to connect to, then tap Next. 3. A pop up window appears, reminding you to check the pairing information in your PC or notebook. 4. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the connection.
To use the Remote Presenter
To use the Remote Presenter, select the file you wish to open. A main menu of Remote Resenter appears:

Connecting to the Internet
To connect to the Internet:
1. Obtain the following information from your ISP: ISP server phone number, user name, and password. 2. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections. 3. Under My Network, tap Add a new modem connection. 4. Create a modem connection. For more information, see section Set up modem connections. 5. To start the connection, begin using the desired program. For example, switch to Internet Explorer Mobile and browse a Web page. Your device automatically connects.
NOTE To set up a network card or wireless network connection to your ISP, add a new connection under My Work Network.

Get Connected

To select the network
1. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections > Advanced tab. 2. Tap Select Networks. 3. In the appropriate lists, select My ISP or My Work Network.

To view intranet URLs

1. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections > Advanced tab > Exceptions. 2. If you do not see your companys URL listed, tap Add new URL and create a new URL exception.

Connecting to Work

1. Obtain the following information from your network administrator: server phone number, user name, and password. 2. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections. 3. Under My Work Network, set up either a modem, network card, wireless network, or VPN server connection. Refer to the section Set up connections for the procedure. 4. To start the connection, start using a desired program. For example, switch to Pocket Internet Explorer and browse to a Web page. Your device automatically starts connecting.

Setting up connections

Modem connections
To set up a modem connection:
Obtain the following information from your ISP or network administrator: telephone number, user name, password, domain name, and TCP/IP settings. If your device does not have access to a mobile phone network, insert a modem card. 1. Tap 72 > Settings > Connections tab > Connections. Chapter 7
2. To create a new connection, in either My ISP or My Work Network, tap Add a new modem connection, then follow the instructions in the New Connection wizard. 3. To view additional information for any screen in the wizard or while changing settings, tap.
NOTE To change modem connection settings in either My ISP or My Work Network, tap Manage existing connections > Modem tab. Select the desired modem connection, tap Edit, and follow the instructions on the screen.

You may need proxy server and VPN connection settings. For more information, see your network administrator.

Ending a connection

When connected via modem or VPN, tap on the navigation bar, then tap Disconnect. When connected via cable or cradle, detach your device from the cable or cradle. When connected via Infrared, move the device away from the other computer or device. When connected via a network (Ethernet) card, remove the card from your device. When connected via a wireless network, switch off the connection.

Setting up a WAP gateway

To access WAP sites through Pocket Internet Explorer, configure your device to use a WAP gateway. Use the following steps to create a new set of connections to the Internet with WAP gateway settings.
NOTE Some device models do not support the WAP sites viewing feature.
1. Get the following information from your ISP: ISP server phone number, user name, and password. Also, contact your mobile phone service provider and ask for your WAP gateway server name and port number. 2. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections. 3. Tap Edit my proxy server. If a proxy server has not been set up, tap Set up my proxy server. 4. In Programs that automatically connect to the Internet should connect using, tap New and enter a name for the ISP connection. 5. On the Proxy Settings tab, select This network connects to the Internet and This network uses a proxy server to connect to the Internet. 6. If necessary, in the Proxy server box, enter the proxy server name. 7. Tap Advanced > WAP. 8. In the Server box, enter the WAP gateway server name. Under Port, enter the port number. The most common WAP port number is 9201. 9. Enter any logon credentials required by the WAP gateway server. Get Connected 75

Using dialing rules

Additional numbers may need to be dialed depending on your given location when connecting. For example, if you want to dial from work, a 9 prefix must often be dialed, or an area code is needed. To avoid creating a new modem connection for each situation, set dialing rules for the locations from which you often connect to. Three dialing locations, Home, Mobile, and Work, have been created for you, and you can create more. If a connection cannot be made, your device gives you an opportunity to change the dialing location. 1. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections > Advanced tab > Dialing Rules. button. 2. Tap the box beside Use dialing rules. 3. Select a location. Home - Dials the number as a local call without the prefix 9. Work - Dials the number as local call with the prefix 9. 4. Tap Edit. button and make your desired changes. 5. Tap ok when done.

NOTE To create a new location, tap New and follow the directions on the screen. To view additional information, tap.
Using Terminal Services Client
Use Terminal Services Client to log onto a computer and use all of the programs available on that computer from your Pocket PC. For example, instead of running Word Mobile, you can run the desktop computer version of Word and access all of the doc files on that computer from your device. To have remote access to a computer, it must be running the Terminal Services or Remote Desktop program in Windows 2000 or XP.
To connect and have remote access to a computer:
1. On your Pocket PC, tap > Programs > Terminal Services Client. 2. Specify the server name that is used by the Terminal Services or Remote Desktop program in the computer. You can also select the server name from the Recent servers list if you have previously connected to a computer. 76 Chapter 7
3. To run a program from the computer that are specifically sized for use with your Pocket PC, you can select the Limit size of server desktop to fit on this screen option to better fit the program on the device screen. 4. Tap Connect.
Navigating within Terminal Services Client
The contents of the window on the computer may be too wide to fit the screen of your Pocket PC. You may see two sets of scroll bars on your device: one for scrolling the computer window contents, and one for scrolling your devices Terminal Services Client screen. To scroll the computer window contents, use the five directional buttons at the bottom of the Terminal Services Client screen.
Logging off or disconnecting from the remote computer
To log off without disconnecting from the computer:
1. On the computer window, tap Start > Shut Down. The Shut Down Windows dialog box appears. 2. Tap Log off <username>, and tap ok.
To disconnect and end the remote session with the computer:
1. On the computer window, tap Start > Shut Down. The Shut Down Windows dialog box appears. 2. Tap Shut down, and tap ok.

Infrared (IR) connection

Setting beam options

To set the beam options:

1. Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Beam icon to display the setting screen. 3. By default, your device detects incoming infrared (IR) beams and prompts you to accept them. If you do not want your device to detect or receive beans, clear the Receive all incoming beams check box on the Settings screen. Get Connected 77

To set up a Bluetooth personal area network:
1. In the Bluetooth Manager, tap New > Join a personal network. 2. On the wizard screen, select Host a personal network, then tap Next. 3. Add remote devices to the Bluetooth personal network, if desired. a. Select the device that you wish to add. b. Add other devices, if desired. Tab Add to add other devices. There can be up to eight devices, including the host. 4. After adding devices, tap ok to complete the setup and close the wizard.
NOTE Adding devices is optional. You do not have to add devices to the personal network while configuring the host. You can let other devices join the personal network later.
To join a personal network:
1. In the Bluetooth Manager, tap New > Join a personal network. 2. On the wizard screen, select Join a personal network, then tap Next. 3. Select the host of the personal network, then tap Next to establish a connection to the personal area network. If you are asked to enter the IP network settings, select Use server-assigned IP address, then tap ok.
Setting up High Quality Audio setup or Hands-free/Headset setup
1. Tap icon > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap New > High Quality Audio setup or Hands-free/ Headset setup > Next. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup.
NOTE Please ensure the Hands-free device you are trying to connect to is ready to receive incoming connection requests. Please refer to the devices manual for more information.
Setting up ActiveSync via Bluetooth
1. Tap icon > Bluetooth Manager. 2. Tap New > ActiveSync via Bluetooth > Next. 3. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the setup. Please make sure the COM Port number that is set on the ActiveSync program on the computer is the same as the COM Port setting on MyPal. 4. On the Bluetooth Connection Wizard screen, select the name of the computer to synchronize MyPal with then tap Next. 5. Select the COM Port setting used by the computer and tap Next. 6. Tap Finish. Bluetooth 89
Chapter 9 Wi-Fi (A626/A696 only)
MyPal A626/A696 comes with a built-in Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) feature that allows you to connect to wireless local area networks and the Internet. Using the IEEE 802.11b/g standard for wireless LAN, MyPal A626/A696 can connect at speeds of up to 10-17 Mbps (in an open area) to an access point (Infrastructure mode) or to another wireless device (Ad-hoc mode).

Using Wi-Fi

The Wi-Fi icon on the Today screen gives you easy access to the Wi-Fi (Wireless Fidelity) feature on your device. Tapping the icon displays a menu that allows you to: Turn Wi-Fi on or off. Configure Wi-Fi settings.
NOTE You can use the Bluetooth and Wi-Fi features simultaneously.

Wi-Fi icon

Turning on Wi-Fi

To turn on Wi-Fi:

1. Tap > Enable Wi-Fi. The Pocket PC then automatically scans for all available wireless networks within the Wi-Fi range. 2. From the list of detected wireless networks, select a wireless network that you want to connect the device to. 3. Select whether the wireless network connects to The Internet or Work network. 4. Tap Connect. The device then connects to the selected network. Wi-Fi

Configuring wireless networks
To configure a wireless network:
1. After selecting a wireless network to connect your device to, tap Settings. The Settings screen then appears. 2. Tap Network Cards > Wireless tab. 3. On the Configure Wireless Networks screen, tap on an available wireless LAN, then make your desired changes as necessary. If the wireless LAN you want to connect to is not on the list, tap Add New. Refer to the suceeding sections for details on how to add new wireless LANs. 4. Tap ok when done.
To configure a network adapter:

1. 2. 3. 4.

Tap the Network Adapters tab. Make your desired changes to the available adapters on the list. Tap ok when done. After changing the network adapter settings, a message appears instructing you to remove then re-install the network card to have your changes take effect. Tap ok to close the window.
Adding a wireless network
If the device fails to automatically detect the wireless network you want to connect to, you can add the network provided you know the wireless network settings. Ask for the wireless network settings from your network administrator.
To add a wireless network:
1. Open the Configure Wireless Networks window by: Tapping on Settings in the Multiple Networks Detected callout. OR

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Tapping
> Settings > Connections tab > Network Cards.
2. In the Wireless tab of the Configure Wireless Networks screen, tap Add New. 3. In the General tab of the Configure Wireless Network screen, enter the Network name by using the input panel. Then choose whether the wireless network connects to The Internet or Work network. If you want to connect to another wireless device (Ad-hoc mode), select the option, This is a device-to-device (ad-hoc) connection. Otherwise, tap the Network Key tab to configure the wireless LANs network security settings. 4. In the Network Key tab, select the Authentication and Data Encryption settings of the wireless LAN you want to add.
NOTE Inquire the network security settings from the network administrator.