User's Manual

5 Learning the Basics
This chapter will help you get started with your HP iPAQ. You can learn basic
functions such as entering text, knowing the Home screen, synchronization,
and troubleshooting.
Home Screen
The Home screen displays the date and time and provides a quick status of
the remaining battery capacity, upcoming appointments, your current profile,
and the number of unread text messages. Along the top of the Home screen
are the connectivity icons, the volume indicator, and the clock. The top of the
Home screen displays the icons of the last ten programs you browsed.
Use the Home screen to do the following:
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Access all applications and settings by selecting the Start icon.
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Access your shortcuts by selecting Shortcuts.
Battery Saving Tips
You can adjust the settings on your HP iPAQ to fit your individual needs and
to help your battery last as long as possible between charges. Here are some
recommendations to conserve battery life.
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Sounds - Every time you are notified of an event, battery power is
consumed. Press Start > Settings > Sounds and turn off any
notifications that are unnecessary.
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Auto Turn Off the Backlight - Press Start > Settings > More... > Power
Management. Specify a short amount of time to wait before turning off
the backlight. Set Backlight time out on battery to 5 to 10 seconds and
Display time out to 30 seconds.
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Turn off Bluetooth and Wi-Fi - Always turn off Bluetooth and Wi-Fi
when you are not using them.
HP also offers a variety of accessories to keep your HP iPAQ charged when
you are out of the office for extended time periods. These include the mini-
USB synchronization cable and travel adapter. Use original HP batteries and
chargers to charge your HP iPAQ.
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