HP IPAQ H2200 Series Pocket PC Users Guide

1–4 User’s Guide
Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC
Pictures View individual pictures, run a slide show, or set 
a picture as the background on the Tod ay 
screen.
Pocket Excel Create and edit workbooks or view and edit 
Excel workbooks created on your desktop 
computer.
Pocket Internet Explorer Browse the Internet and download pages 
through synchronization or by connecting to the 
Internet.
Pocket Word Create new documents or view and edit Word 
documents created on your desktop computer.
Settings...

Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC
User’s Guide 1–5
Using the Stylus
Your iPAQ Pocket PC comes with a stylus that you should use to 
tap or write on your screen.
ÄCAUTION: 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...

1–6 User’s Guide
Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC
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...

Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC
User’s Guide 1–7
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...

1–8 User’s Guide
Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC
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
Per forming a Norm al Reset
A normal reset is sometimes referred to as a...

Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC
User’s Guide 1–9
Per forming 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.
A full reset deactivates the battery. The power button does not 
function until the battery is reactivated.
Ä
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 ROM.
To perform a full reset:
1....

1–10 User’s Guide
Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC
3. Release the Application Buttons and stylus.
✎To verify a full reset, press the Power button. If the iPAQ Pocket 
PC has been fully reset, it does not power on.
4. Reactivate the battery by:
❏Connecting the iPAQ Pocket PC to AC power
or
❏Pressing the Reset button with the stylus
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...

Getting to Know Your iPAQ Pocket PC
User’s Guide 1–11
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.
■Store your Pocket PC in a protective case when not in use.
■Clean your Pocket PC by wiping the screen and the exterior 
with a...

User’s Guide 2–1
2
Using ActiveSync
You can use Microsoft ActiveSync to:
■Synchronize information between your iPAQ Pocket PC and 
your personal computer or server so that you have the latest 
information in all locations.
■Change synchronization settings and the synchronization 
schedule.
■Copy files between your device and personal computer.
■Install applications on your iPAQ Pocket PC.
■Back up and restore device information.
■Synchronize links.
■Send and receive e-mail.
■Request meetings....

2–2 User’s Guide
Using ActiveSync
Connecting to a Computer
Connect your iPAQ Pocket PC to your computer using Microsoft 
ActiveSync and the USB Synchronization Cradle/Charger, a 
wireless infrared connection, or Bluetooth. For more information 
on using ActiveSync with Bluetooth, refer to Chapter 8, 
“Using Bluetooth.”
✎When using Microsoft ActiveSync to synchronize e-mail on your 
personal computer with your iPAQ Pocket PC, you must have 
Microsoft Outlook 98 or later installed on your personal...