User's Manual
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Power-Saving Tips
Follow these suggestions to maximize the battery’s operating time, particularly
when you are relying solely on the battery power for extended time periods.
z Suspend frequently.
By default, the screen backlight will automatically turn off and the Pocket
PC will also turn off when it has been idle for a period of time. You can
shorten the length of the idle time using
Æ
Settings Æ System Æ Power Æ
Advanced
to set up.
Press the power button to turn off your Pocket PC when it is not in use, even
for a short time.
z Use the backlight only when necessary.
Minimize the amount of time the backlight stays on when the Pocket PC is
idle. You can shorten the length of the idle time using
Æ
Settings Æ
System
Æ Backlight to set up. Also, a brighter backlight uses more power than
a dim setting.
z Turn off functions not needed or adjust settings.
9 Lower the volume.
9 Do not enable sounds or light flashing except for the most necessary
notifications. (Tap
Æ
Settings Æ Personal Æ Sounds & Notifications to
set up.)
z Avoid power-consuming situations such as:
9 When playing sound or music
9 When recording.
9 When using or monitoring wireless signals
z When working in cold temperatures, keep the unit as warm as possible. If
feasible, keep the unit inside your coat or in a vehicle when not in use.
3.2 Customizing Your Pocket PC
NOTE: Incorrect settings may cause your system to malfunction. Make sure that you fully
understand the function of a certain item before making any adjustment.
You can customize the settings of the Pocket PC to your own preferences. Tap
Æ
Settings. You can tap any of the icons on the Personal, System or Connections
tabs for the options.