Compaq IPAQ H3000 Reference Guide

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ASIC SKILLS
Learning to use your iPAQ H3000 Pocket PC is easy. This chapter describes the basic con-
cepts of using and customizing your iPAQ H3000 Pocket PC.
Front Panel Components
ItemComponentFunction
1Stylus  Allows you to tap or write on the screen. Push the 
stylus release button (w) to release it from the 
compartment.
2Power Button  Powers the iPAQ H3000. Press and release the 
button to turn on or off your iPAQ H3000. Press 
and hold the button for one second to toggle on or 
off the backlight. 
						

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3Alarm/Charge 
LightServes as both a battery charge indicator and a 
visual alarm indicator. 
• Flashing green: Notification alarm signal.
• Flashing amber: Battery is charging.
• Solid amber: Battery is fully charged
4Light Sensor  Detects the ambient light level so that the back-
light level adjusts to suit the environment (only 
available on iPAQ H3600 Series Pocket PCs).
5Speaker  Sounds alarms and plays back sound recordings.
6iPAQ Navigator/
Action ButtonAllows you to scroll through a list (similar to 
pressing the arrow keys on a keyboard). In the list 
view of a program, you can use your iPAQ Navi-
gator to scroll to the item you want to view. Can 
also be used as game buttons within a game appli-
cation. The center of the button can be used as an 
Action button to open a selected item.
7Application 
Buttons Allow quick access to four applications. By 
default, the applications are Calendar, Contacts, 
QMenu, and QStart. You can change the functions 
of the application buttons to open different appli-
cations. For more information, see “Adjusting 
Settings” later in this chapter.
8Record Button  Activates the record function in Notes. For more 
information, see “Notes
” in Chapter 4. You can 
change the function of the Record button so that it 
opens a different application. For more informa-
tion, see “Adjusting Settings
” later in this chapter. 
9Microphone  Allows you to record voice messages.
10Headphone Jack  Lets you connect standard headphones.
11Infrared Port  Enables you to exchange data with other Win-
dows-powered devices. The infrared port can 
transmit at speeds up to 115.2Kb per second. For 
information, see Chapter 7 (Getting Conected)
. 
12Stylus Release 
Button Lets you eject the stylus from its compartment. Item
ComponentFunction
!To reduce the risk of personal injury, turn
down the volume control before putting on
headphones. 
						

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Bottom Edge Components
ItemComponentFunction
1Communications 
Port Connects your iPAQ H3000 to the cradle or auto-
sync cable.
2Reset Button Lets you reset your iPAQ H3000. For more infor-
mation, see “Reset the iPAQ H3000 and Clear 
Memory” in Appendix A.
3On/Off  Switch Allows you to clear all data, and reset your system 
if you have forgotten your password. Clearing 
memory deletes all data and restores your iPAQ 
H3000 to its default settings. For more informa-
tion, see “Reset the iPAQ H3000 and Clear Mem-
ory” in Appendix A.
4DC Jack Allows you to connect to external power with the 
supplied AC adapter. 
5iPAQ Expansion 
Pack Connector Connects to the connector of an (optional) iPAQ 
Expansion Pack.    
						

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Cradle and AC Adapter
Your iPAQ H3000 comes with either a cradle or auto-sync cable, and an AC adapter. This 
allows you to recharge your iPAQ H3000, as well as synchronize the information between 
your iPAQ H3000 and a computer using ActiveSync. For more information on synchroni-
zation, see ActiveSync Help on your computer.
NOTE:The cradle or auto-sync cable must be plugged into an appropriate port on the back of
your computer. Example, you must plug the serial cradle into a serial port and a USB cra-
dle into a USB port. 
						

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Recharging the Battery
Your iPAQ H3000 contains a rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery that is recharged each 
time you place your iPAQ H3000 in the cradle and connect the cradle to an external power 
source with the AC adapter. You never need to replace the battery. Just place your iPAQ 
H3000 in the cradle for three to four hours for an initial charge before you use it the first 
time. Next, place it in the cradle for a short time each day to recharge the battery to its full 
capacity. 
NOTE:You can also use the AC adapter to connect your iPAQ H3000 directly to the external
power source.
If the battery gets very low, your iPAQ H3000 displays a warning message. If this occurs, 
save any unsaved data you are working on, perform a synchronization with your com-
puter, then turn off your iPAQ H3000. Don’t try to restart your iPAQ H3000 until you have 
connected to external power. The battery acts like a rechargeable backup battery by pro-
tecting your data if your iPAQ H3000 shuts down. If your iPAQ H3000 does shut down, 
you still have about 24 hours to recharge the battery before you lose the data on your 
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Compaq iPAQ Expansion Pack System
Your iPAQ features the iPAQ Expansion Pack System, which allows you to personalize 
the appearance of your iPAQ H3000 or add extra functionality. iPAQ Style Packs offer a 
range of styles to customize your iPAQ, while Expansion Packs, such as the Compact-
Flash Card, or PC Card Expansion Pack, let you add extra features. 
Compaq iPAQ Expansion and Style Packs are designed to easily slide on and off your 
Pocket PC without having to power off your Pocket PC.    
NOTE:For information on ordering Compaq iPAQ Expansion Packs, see theAccessories Informa-
tioncard included in the shipping box, or visit the Compaq iPAQ H3000 home page at
www.compaq.com/products/handhelds/
To add a Compaq iPAQ Expansion Pack:
1. Slide the iPAQ H3000 into the Expansion Pack until it clicks into place. The Pocket 
PC will alert you when the Expansion Pack is ready to be used.
NOTE:You can disable the sound made when you insert the iPAQ 3000 into the Expansion Pack.
Press the QMenu button, tapExpansion Pack, then selectDisable Insertion Sound.
To view the Expansion Pack properties:
Press the QMenu button, then tap Expansion Pack. If the Expansion Pack is installed 
properly, the name of the Expansion Pack will appear in the Expansion Pack Properties 
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To remove a Compaq iPAQ Expansion Pack:
Slide the Expansion Pack down and off your iPAQ H3000. 
 
Compaq iPAQ CF Card Expansion Pack
The optional Compaq iPAQ CF Card Expansion Pack supports Type I and Type II Com-
pactFlash cards. The CompactFlash slot allows you to install storage cards for backup and 
storage of data and applications. It also allows you to install communication devices such 
as a LAN adapter or a fax/modem. 
To insert a CompactFlash card:
1. Remove the CompactFlash slot cover. 
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2. Push the card, connector-side first into the slot until it stops. 
NOTE:Do not force the card into the slot. If the card does not seem to fit, verify that it is
facing the correct direction and that you are not inserting the card at an angle.
To remove a CompactFlash card:
1. Close all applications on your iPAQ H3000 that have open files on the CompactFlash 
card.
2. Lever the CompactFlash card out of the slot using a fingernail. 
Guidelines for Using CompactFlash Cards
• Your iPAQ H3000 automatically recognizes a wide range of CompactFlash cards 
approved for use with ActiveSync. If you are ever instructed to install card-specific 
iPAQ H3000 drivers provided by a CompactFlash card manufacturer, be sure to install 
only device drivers specifically designed for the operating system on your iPAQ 
H3000. If you are unclear about installation instructions, call your CompactFlash card 
manufacturer for more information.
• Some CompactFlash cards consume large amounts of power. To avoid battery drain-
age when using a CompactFlash card, connect your iPAQ H3000 to AC power wher-
ever possible.
• If the battery is very low, you should not attempt to save data to a CompactFlash card. 
This may result in the loss of data. First connect to AC power.
• Do not turn off your iPAQ H3000 or remove the CompactFlash card when you are in 
the middle of performing an operation, such as saving data to your CompactFlash 
card. 
• Keep your CompactFlash card in a protective case when not in use to protect it from 
dirt and moisture. 
						

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The Stylus
Your iPAQ H3000 has a stylus for selecting items and entering information. To use the 
stylus, press and hold the stylus release button while pulling the stylus upward out of its 
compartment. To replace the stylus, just insert it back into the compartment, then push it 
until it clicks into place.
The following actions are available with the stylus: 
•Ta p. Touch the screen once with the stylus to open items and select options.
•Drag. Hold the stylus on the screen and drag it across the screen to select text and 
images. Drag within 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. Tap the action you want to perform on the pop-up menu that appears.
NOTE:The stylus tip can also be used to press the reset button or set the On/Off switch. 
						

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Today Screen
When you turn on your iPAQ H3000 for the first time each day (or after 4 hours of inactiv-
ity), you’ll see the Today screen. You can also display it by tapping   then To d a y. On the 
Today screen, you can see at a glance important information for the day.
You may see the following status icons on the command bar in the Today screen. 
Status Icon
Description
Turns all sounds on and off 
Main battery is charging 
Main battery is low
Main battery is very low 
External (AC) power source is connected 
Dial-up connection is active
Direct connection is active