HP IPAQ H5100 And H5500 Series Pocket PC Users Guide

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Getting to Know Your
iPAQ Pocket PC
✎Model shown in illustrations is iPAQ Pocket PC h5500 Series.
Congratulations on purchasing an HP iPAQ Pocket PC h5100 
or h5500 Series. Use this guide to find out about setting up your 
Pocket PC and to learn about how it works.
The software applications described below are preinstalled on 
your iPAQ Pocket PC. These preinstalled applications are not 
deleted if your Pocket PC loses power.
You can find detailed information for using these...

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In addition, Microsoft Pocket PC Basics provides basic 
instructions on operating the Pocket PC. To locate Pocket PC 
Basics, go to the To d a y screen and tap Start > Help.
hp iPAQ Software Functions
Bluetooth Allows short-range wireless communications 
technology capable of exchanging information 
up to a distance of about 30 feet (10 meters).
iPAQ Backup Back up your data to protect it from loss due 
to hardware failure, battery power failure, 
or...

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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 your personal computer 
before connecting the cradle and iPAQ Pocket 
pC to your computer.
Calculator Perform calculations.
Calendar Schedule appointments, meetings, and other 
events, then set an alarm to remind you of the 
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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 personal 
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 personal computer.
Settings...

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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.
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:
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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.
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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.
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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
Per forming a Norm al Reset
A normal reset is sometimes referred to as a...

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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.
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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 ROM.
To perform a full reset:
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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...