HP Jornada 700 Series Handheld PC Users Guide
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Chapter 7 | Optimizing your HP Jornada | 117 Removing programs You can use either Add/Remove Programs (on your desktop PC) or the Remove Programs control panel (on your HP Jornada) to remove programs. To remove a program from your HP Jornada with the Remove Programs control panel 1. On the Start menu, point to Settings, and then tap Control Panel. 2. Double-tap the Remove Programs icon. 3. In the Programs list, select the program you want to remove. 4. Tap Remove. Programs stored in ROM cannot be removed. (For a list of these programs see the HP Jornada programs section in chapter 1.) Adding fonts Your HP Jornada comes with a selection of built-in fonts. You can add Windows fonts (.fon files) or TrueType fonts (.ttf files) to your HP Jornada for use in Pocket Word documents and Pocket Excel spreadsheets. Because fonts take up a significant amount of storage memory, install only the fonts you need, and delete those you do not need. (The built-in fonts cannot be deleted.) To add fonts 1. Connect your HP Jornada to a desktop PC, and then start Microsoft ActiveSync. 2. In Windows Explorer on the desktop PC, select the font files you want to copy. 3. Drag the font files to the Windows\fonts folder on your HP Jornada. If you are copying a Windows font, you will be prompted to select the point sizes and styles you want to copy.
118 HP Jornada 700 Series Handheld PC Adding sounds Your HP Jornada can play Wave sounds (.wav files). You can copy a sound file from your desktop PC to your HP Jornada without converting the file. If you want to use a sound as part of a sound scheme or to signal an alarm or a reminder, copy the sound file to the Windows folder on your HP Jornada. For more information, see the Setting Alarms topic in online Help. Adding desktop wallpaper Your HP Jornada can display 65,536-color bitmap images (.bmp files) or MS Windows for H/PC 2000 bitmaps (.2bp files). You can copy bitmap images from your desktop PC to your HP Jornada without converting the files, and you can use these images as desktop wallpaper on your MS Windows for H/PC 2000 desktop. To add desktop wallpaper 1. Connect your HP Jornada to a desktop PC and start Microsoft ActiveSync. 2. Drag the bitmap image you want to copy from its location on your desktop PC to the My Handheld PC icon in the Mobile Device window. 3. On your HP Jornada Start menu, point to Settings, and then tap Control Panel. 4. Double-tap the Display icon. 5. On the Background tab, tap Browse, and then select the bitmap file to display as your background. Accessories AccessoriesAccessories Accessories The following optional accessories also are available from Hewlett-Packard. (HP item numbers are listed in parentheses.) Check the Hewlett-Packard Web site at www.hp.com/jornada for updates to this list. Serial sync cable (HP F1258A)— Connect your HP Jornada to a serial communications port on a desktop PC running Windows NT, Windows 95/98, or Windows 2000. Docking Cradle (HP F1822A)—Instantly connect to your PC partner via serial port (running Windows NT, Windows 95/98,
Chapter 7 | Optimizing your HP Jornada | 119 or Windows 2000) or USB port (Windows 98 and Windows 2000 only). Includes serial sync cable and USB cable. ac Adapter (HP F1279B)— Connect to ac power anywhere in the world with this World Wide Voltage adapter Standard Battery (HP F1281A)—Rechargeable Li-ion battery pack provides up to 9 hours of battery life (depending on usage) Extended Battery (HP F1840A)— Rechargeable, extra capacity Li-ion battery pack provides up to 24 hours of battery life (depending on usage) External Charger (HP F1841A)— Allows simultaneous charging of your HP Jornada and an additional battery (additional battery available separately). Leather case (HP F1227A)—Protects your HP Jornada in style Parallel printer cable (HP F1274A)—Allows connection to PCL3 printers. (For a list of recommended printers, see the HP Web site www.hp.com. ) HP VGA out card (HP F1252A)—Enables you to connect your HP Jornada to an external monitor or projector for presentation Serial adapter (HP F1295A)—Provides a standard 9-pin mechanical interface Stylus Pen (HP F1842A)—Replacement for lost or damaged stylus Usin UsinUsin Using PC Cards, CompactFlash Cards, and Smart Cards g PC Cards, CompactFlash Cards, and Smart Cardsg PC Cards, CompactFlash Cards, and Smart Cards g PC Cards, CompactFlash Cards, and Smart Cards PC Cards, CompactFlash Cards and Smart Cards provide a wide range of additional functionality, such as additional memory, removable storage, connection to an external monitor, connection to a network, or data security and user authentication. For a list of recommended compatible cards, go to the HP Jornada Web site at www.hp.com/jornada . Before you can use a particular card, you may need to install the software driver for that card. Drivers for the MS Windows for H/PC 2000 operating system should be included with the card or available from the card’s manufacturer. Install software drivers as you would any other software. For more information, see the Installing programs section in this chapter.
120 HP Jornada 700 Series Handheld PC Non-memory CompactFlash Cards that require a cable connection (i.e. network interface cards, pagers, or modem cards), must be inserted in the PC Card slot rather than the CompactFlash Card slot. To do this, you will need a PC Card adapter. For a list of recommended PC Card adapters, go to the HP Jornada Web site at www.hp.com/jornada. Installing a PC Card, CompactFlash Card or Smart Card The HP Jornada accommodates PC Cards, CompactFlash Cards and Smart Cards separately or in combination. Many PC Cards use considerable power, and can quickly drain your battery. Connect to ac power while using PC Cards. PC Card and CompactFlash memory modules appear as folders in the My Handheld PC folder. If you have two cards installed, the folders are displayed in the order they were inserted. In some cases, additional folders may appear. You can eliminate unused folders by performing a soft reset. (For more information, see the Resetting section in chapter 8.) PC Card insertion on the HP Jornada, with extended release tab indicated by curved arrow
Chapter 7 | Optimizing your HP Jornada | 121 Using PC Cards, CompactFlash Cards, and Smart Cards The HP Jornada is equipped with a PC card slot, a CompactFlash Card compartment, and a Smart Card reader slot that make it incredibly expandable and versatile. You can install either a PC Card, CompactFlash Card, or Smart Card, or install all of them at the same time. PC Card The PC Card fits in the slot on the left side of the HP Jornada. To install a PC Card · Carefully slide the card into the PC Card slot face up. To remove a PC Card 1. Press the PC Card release tab. Do not obstruct the slot opening. The PC Card will be pushed out of the slot slightly. 2. Grasp the PC Card and pull it completely out of the slot. When using thicker PC Cards (for instance PCMICIA I/O Cards), you may initially feel some slight resistance when pulling out the card. 3. Fold the PC Card release tab back into the side of the device. Smart Card The Smart Card fits in the slot on the left side of the HP Jornada just above the PC Card slot. For the information about Smart Card applications for your HP Jornada, go to the HP Jornada Web site at: www.hp.com/jornada To install a Smart Card Carefully slide the card face down into the Smart Card reader slot.
122 HP Jornada 700 Series Handheld PC To remove a Smart Card Grasp the Smart Card firmly and pull it gently out of the Smart Card reader slot. CompactFlash Card The CompactFlash Card slot door is located on the bottom of the unit, near the stylus slot. Slide the latch in the direction of the arrow printed on its face to open the door. To install a CompactFlash Card 1. Slide the CompactFlash Card slot door latch in the direction of the arrow with your finger. The door will spring open. 2. Slide the CompactFlash Card into the slot, pressing the card gently but firmly until it snaps into place in the slot. The CompactFlash card can only be inserted in the slot one way, connector edge inserted first, with the finger pull (raised edge) of the card exposed on the closing side of the door. 3. Close the CompactFlash Card slot door by pressing it down until it clicks into place.
Chapter 7 | Optimizing your HP Jornada | 123 To remove a CompactFlash Card 1. Slide the CompactFlash door latch in the direction of the arrow with your finger. The door will spring open. 2. Grasp top edge of the card, holding the finger pull (raised edge) firmly between your fingers, and gently pull the card from the slot. 3. Close the CompactFlash Card slot door by pressing it down until it clicks into place. Do not use excessive force installing or removing a PC Card, Smart Card or CompactFlash Card. Managing memory Managing memoryManaging memory Managing memory The memory on your HP Jornada is allocated between storage memory and program memory. You can specify how much of the total memory is used for storage and how much is used for running programs. If you notice that your HP Jornada is running slowly or that your programs do not run consistently, try increasing program memory. If you need more memory for files and documents, increase storage memory. To adjust memory allocation 1. Exit any applications that are running. 2. On the Start menu, point to Settings, and then tap Control Panel. 3. Double-tap the System icon. 4. On the Memory tab, move the slider to the left to increase program memory, or move the slider to the right to increase storage memory. You may be able to make more memory available by refreshing your system memory. To refresh your system memory 1. Close all open documents and exit any applications that are running.
124 HP Jornada 700 Series Handheld PC 2. Use the stylus to press the reset button on the left side of the keyboard, performing a soft reset. (For more information, see the Resetting section in chapter 8.) The Recycle Bin on your HP Jornada desktop works in the same way as the Recycle Bin on your desktop PC. When you delete a file on your HP Jornada, the file is moved to the Recycle Bin. It is not actually removed from memory until you empty the Recycle Bin. You can set options that limit the amount of memory reserved for the Recycle Bin or to bypass the Recycle Bin and delete files immediately. To set Recycle Bin options 1. Press the key as you tap the Recycle Bin icon. 2. On the pop-up menu, tap Properties. Tips for conserving memory Synchronize only one or two weeks of Calendar data and only selected Contacts or Tasks. (For more information, see the Synchronizing selected data section in chapter 3.) Set options in Inbox to download only message headers and not to download attachments. (For more information, see the Using Inbox section in chapter 6.) Use Application Manager to remove programs you do not need (see the Installing programs section in this chapter). Remove fonts, sounds, and wallpaper you do not need. Delete files and voice memos you do not need, or transfer them to your desktop PC for storage and delete them from your HP Jornada. Clear the cache in HP Chai VM, removing unneeded temporary files to free up storage memory. (See Clearing the HP ChaiVM cache in chapter 6 for detailed instructions.) You can increase the storage memory by adding a memory module on a CompactFlash or PC card. For more information, see the Accessories section in this chapter.
Chapter 7 | Optimizing your HP Jornada | 125 Managing battery power Managing battery powerManaging battery power Managing battery power Because the data you save on your HP Jornada is stored in RAM, it is extremely important that you maintain a continuous power supply to your HP Jornada at all times. If your HP Jornada loses power, all information you have entered will be lost. The MS Windows for H/PC 2000 operating system and programs are stored in ROM, and cannot be erased; however, any programs you have added and custom settings in existing programs will be lost. Data stored on a PC Card or CompactFlash Card will be saved, even if your H/PC loses power. To protect your data, back up regularly to a PC Card or CompactFlash Card with HP backup.. HP Jornada uses two types of batteries. The main battery supplies power whenever your HP Jornada is not connected to ac power. The backup battery protects your data when the main battery is not installed (for instance, while you exchange the main battery). Main battery The main battery is the HP Jornada Standard Battery, a rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack. Use only the HP Jornada Standard Battery (HP F1281A) or the HP Jornada Extended Battery (HP F1840A) with your HP Jornada. These batteries are designed only for use with the HP Jornada and should not be used to power other devices. Under normal circumstances, the main battery will provide up to 9 hours of continuous use without recharging. Actual battery life will vary depending on screen brightness, what applications you use, and operating conditions. When the main battery runs very low, your HP Jornada will shut down, and you will be unable to restart it until you replace the main battery, recharge the battery, or connect to ac power. When you replace the main battery, your new battery must be charged before your HP Jornada will turn on. For information on charging the main battery, refer to the Connecting the ac adapter section in chapter 2.
126 HP Jornada 700 Series Handheld PC Ensure that the backup battery is in good condition before you remove the main battery. If the backup battery is low or you are not sure, connect to ac power before you remove the main battery. To replace the main battery 1. Turn off your HP Jornada and disconnect the serial sync cable if it is attached, or remove it from the docking cradle (optional on the HP Jornada 710). 2. Slide the battery release tab on the bottom of the HP Jornada and hold it in the open position while pulling the battery pack away from the device. 3. Insert the replacement battery pack and push firmly until it clicks into place. Backup battery The coin-sized, lithium ion backup battery does not provide enough power to operate your HP Jornada. It is intended only to protect your data until the main battery is recharged (up to a week if the coin-cell battery is in good condition). When a low battery warning message is displayed, immediately charge the main battery to avoid data loss. Ensure that the main battery is charged before you remove the backup battery. If the main battery is low or you are not sure, connect to ac power before you remove the backup battery. To replace the backup battery 1. Turn the Jornada upside-down and open the CompactFlash door. 2. Pivot the backup battery cover out of the way to completely expose the backup battery. The backup battery is under some spring tension. As you attempt to remove it, cover the battery with your fingers to prevent it from flying out of the compartment. 3 With the stylus or some other small, blunt tipped instrument, gently pry the backup battery out of the