HP IPAQ 1900 Series Pocket PC Users Guide

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Microsoft Pocket PC 
Software Functions
ActiveSync Synchronize the information between your Pocket 
PC and personal computer so you have the latest 
information in both locations. Be sure you install 
ActiveSync on both your Pocket PC and personal 
computer.
Calculator Perform calculations and convert currency.
Calendar Schedule appointments, meetings, and other 
events, and set an alarm to remind you of the 
appointments. Appointments for the day are 
displayed on the Today screen.
Connections Connect your Pocket PC to the Internet and 
intranet to browse Web sites, send and receive 
e-mail, and synchronize information using 
ActiveSync.
Contacts Keep an updated list of friends and colleagues to 
e-mail and telephone.
Inbox Receive and send Internet e-mail messages 
in Inbox. You must have an e-mail address 
provided by your Internet Service Provider (ISP) 
or employer to send and receive e-mail.
Notes Create handwritten or typed notes, drawings, 
and recordings.
Pocket Excel Create and edit workbooks or view and edit 
Excel workbooks created on your personal 
computer.
Pocket Internet Explorer Browse the Internet and download pages 
through synchronization or by connecting to the 
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Pocket Word Create new documents or view and edit Word 
documents created on your personal computer.
Settings Obtain quick instructions for setting the 
backlight, clock, contrast, memory, power, 
regional settings, Today screen, password, 
sounds and notifications, etc.
Tasks Keep track of your to-do list.
Terminal Services Client Use programs available on your personal 
computer from your Pocket PC.
Windows Media Player 
9 SeriesPlay digital audio and video files in Windows 
Media or MP3 format on your device. 
Microsoft Pocket PC 
Software Functions 
						

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Using the Stylus
Your iPAQ Pocket PC comes with a stylus that you should use to 
tap or write on your screen.
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CAUTION: To prevent damage to your iPAQ Pocket PC screen, 
never use any device other than the stylus that comes with the 
Pocket PC or an approved replacement to tap or write on the 
screen. If you lose or break your stylus, you can order extras at 
www.hp.com/products/pocketpc/options.
You can perform three basic actions using the stylus:
Ta p—Lightly touch the screen to select or open an item. Lift the 
stylus after you tap an item. Tapping is equivalent to clicking an 
item with the mouse on your personal computer.
Drag—Place the point of the stylus on the screen and drag an 
item across the screen without lifting the stylus until you have 
completed the selection. Dragging is equivalent to dragging with 
the left mouse button pressed on your personal computer.
Tap and hold—Hold the stylus pointer on an item for a short 
time until a menu displays. Tapping and holding is equivalent to 
right-clicking your personal computer mouse button. When you 
tap and hold, a circle of red dots appears around the stylus to 
indicate that the menu will soon pop up. 
						

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Setting the Date and Time
When you turn on your iPAQ Pocket PC for the first time, you are 
requested to select your time zone. After setting the time zone, 
you still need to set the time and date on your unit. All three 
settings are located in the Clock Settings screen and can be set 
at the same time.
✎By default, the time on the iPAQ Pocket PC is synchronized with 
your personal computer each time the two devices connect using 
ActiveSync.
Setting the Time for Home and Locations 
Yo u  A r e  V i s i t i n g
1. From the Start menu, tap Settings > System tab > Clock 
icon.
SHORTCUT: From the To d a y screen, tap the Clock icon to set 
the time.
2. Tap either Home or Visiting.
3. Tap the time-zone down arrow, and select the appropriate 
time zone.
4. Tap the hour, minutes, or seconds, and use the up and down 
arrows to adjust the time.
SHORTCUT: You can also adjust the time by moving the hands 
of the clock with the stylus.
5. Tap AM or PM.
6. Tap OK.
7. Tap Ye s  to save the time. 
						

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Setting the Date
1. From the Start menu, tap Settings > System tab > Clock 
icon.
SHORTCUT: From the To d a y screen, tap the Clock icon to set 
the date.
2. Tap the down arrow by the date.
3. Tap the left or right arrow to select a month and year.
4. Tap a day.
5. Tap OK.
6. Tap Ye s  to save the date settings.
You need to reset your time zone, time, and date if:
■The location time (Home or Visiting) needs to be changed.
■All power to the iPAQ Pocket PC is lost, which removes all 
saved settings.
■You perform a full reset of your iPAQ Pocket PC.
SHORTCUT: From the To d a y screen, tap the Clock icon to set 
the time zone, time, and date.
Entering Owner Information
You can personalize your iPAQ Pocket PC by entering owner 
information. To enter owner information:
1. From the To d a y screen, tap Tap here to set owner 
information.
SHORTCUT: Ta p  Start > Settings > Owner Information
2. Tap in the Name field. A keyboard appears at the bottom of 
the screen. Tap on the characters to enter your name. 
						

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3. Tap the Ta b key on the keyboard to move the cursor to the 
next field.
4. Continue entering whatever information you want to include.
5. To display owner information at startup, tap in the Show 
information when device is turned on checkbox.
6. Tap on the Notes tab to enter any notes.
7. Tap OK to save the information and return to the To d a y 
screen.
Resetting the Unit
Performing a Normal Reset
A normal reset is sometimes referred to as a “soft reset.” A 
normal reset stops all running applications, but does not erase any 
programs or saved data.
ÄCAUTION: Be sure to save any unsaved data before performing a 
normal reset since normal reset erases all unsaved data.
To perform a normal reset:
1. Locate the Reset button on the side of your iPAQ Pocket PC.
2. Use the stylus to lightly press the Reset button for two 
seconds. The Pocket PC restarts in approximately five 
seconds and displays the Today screen. 
						

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Per formin g a Full Reset
A full reset is sometimes referred to as a “hard reset.” Perform a 
full reset when you want to clear all settings, programs, and data 
from RAM.
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CAUTION: If you perform a full reset, your iPAQ Pocket PC returns 
to its default settings and loses all information that is not recorded 
in iPAQ File Storage.
To perform a full reset:
1. Press and hold the Power button. 
2. Press the Reset button on the side of the iPAQ Pocket PC 
with the Stylus.
3. Hold both buttons until the Pocket PC resets. A progress 
graph displays on the lower portion of the screen.
4. Release the Power button and remove the stylus. The Pocket 
PC powers on. 
						

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Aligning the Screen
When the iPAQ Pocket PC is turned on for the first time, you are 
guided through a screen alignment process. You must realign 
your screen if:
■The Pocket PC does not respond accurately to your taps.
■You perform a full reset of your Pocket PC.
To realign the iPAQ Pocket PC screen:
1. From the Start menu, tap Settings > System tab > Screen 
icon.
2. Tap the Align Screen button.
✎To use an alternate path to the same destination without tapping 
on the screen, push down and hold the 5-Way Navigation button, 
and press Application Button 1 (Calendar).
3. Tap the cross-hair object at each location. Be precise when 
tapping the cross-hair object.
4. Tap OK.
Routine Care
To keep your iPAQ Pocket PC in good condition and working 
properly, follow these guidelines:
■Keep your Pocket PC away from excessive moisture and 
temperature extremes.
■Do not expose your Pocket PC to liquids or precipitation.
■Do not place anything on top of your Pocket PC to prevent 
damage to the screen..
■Clean your Pocket PC by wiping the screen and the exterior 
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■Avoid exposing your Pocket PC to direct sunlight or strong 
ultraviolet light for extended periods of time.
■Avoid scratching the surface of the screen and banging it 
against hard objects.
■Use only the stylus that comes with your Pocket PC or an 
approved replacement on the screen to prevent scratching it.
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CAUTION: To reduce the risk of electrical shock or damage to the 
internal components, do not spray liquid directly on the screen or 
allow excess liquid to drip inside your iPAQ Pocket PC. Using soap or 
other cleaning products on the screen may discolor the finish and 
damage it. 
						

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