User's Manual CN3 Mobile Computer
Intermec Technologies Corporation Worldwide Headquarters 6001 36th Ave.W. Everett, WA 98203 U.S.A. Cedar Rapids Technical Communications 550 Second Street SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 U.S.A. www.intermec.com The information contained herein is provided solely for the purpose of allowing customers to operate and service Intermec-manufactured equipment and is not to be released, reproduced, or used for any other purpose without written permission of Intermec Technologies Corporation.
Contents Contents Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix Global Services and Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix Who Should Read this Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Accessories for the CN3 Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Physical and Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 2 Windows Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Software Builds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Changing Calendar Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Creating a Contact . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Synchronizing Contacts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewing Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Installing Applications on the Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Microsoft ActiveSync . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using a Storage Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Wavelink Avalanche . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using the SmartSystems Console . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 5 Network Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Personal Area Networks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wireless Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bluetooth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mode. .
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Before You Begin Before You Begin This section provides you with safety information, technical support information, and sources for additional product information. Safety Information Your safety is extremely important. Read and follow all warnings and cautions in this document before handling and operating Intermec equipment. You can be seriously injured, and equipment and data can be damaged if you do not follow the safety warnings and cautions.
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Before You Begin Document Title Part Number CN3 Mobile Computer Quick Start Guide 962-054-115 Intermec Computer Command Reference Manual 073529 TE 2000 Terminal Emulation Programmer’s Guide 977-055-008 To download documents 1 Visit the Intermec web site at www.intermec.com. 2 Click Service & Support > Manuals. 3 In the Select a Product field, choose the product whose documentation you want to download.
Before You Begin xii PRELIMINARY - CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual
1 Using the Computer This chapter introduces the CN3 Mobile Computer, developed by Intermec to enhance wireless connectivity needs and contains hardware and software configuration information to assist you in making the most out of your CN3 Computer. Note: Desktop icons and applet icons are shown to the left. Any place that Start is mentioned, tap the following Windows icon in the top, left corner of your CN3 desktop.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer Introducing the CN3 Mobile Computer The Intermec CN3 Mobile Computer is a small, ergonomically designed mobile computer built on the Microsoftr Windowsr Mobile 5.0 operating system. It is a lightweight, easy-to-use, reliable computer that runs client/ server applications, terminal emulation applications, as well as browserbased applications.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer Learning Software Build Versions The SmartSystems Platform Bundle (SSPB) is an area of storage embedded in a section of the system’s FLASH memory. This storage area is not erased when a clean-boot is performed. It may, however, be erased during the reflashing process. In addition to storing applications and data files, you do have the option to store a persistent registry to the SSPB region.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer Scanning Bar Codes Use the scanner to scan and enter bar code data. The type of scanner you are using and the type of bar code you are decoding determines the way you scan the bar code. The CN3 Computer supports scanning 2D images.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer When the CN3 Computer successfully reads a bar code label, a high beep is emitted and the Scan LED lights briefly. Good Scan LED 3 Release the Scan button. If you have problems scanning a bar code with the 2D imager, try following some of these tips to improve the performance of your imager: • Change to another predefined imager mode: • Select 1D if only 1D labels are needed.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer Reading Distances Typical reading distances are done in an office environment using office lights (4 lux). Minimum distances are measured in the dark (0 lux). Both reading distances are provided in respective scan engine integration guides. Contact your Intermec representative for more information. The minimum standard reading distances for CN3 Computers built with integrated scan engines are shown on the next pages.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer Using the Batteries The CN3 Computer uses a 8.0 Watt-hour standard pack or 14.0 Watthour extended pack replaceable Lithium-Ion (LiIon) battery. Standard packs are of 2.2 A Hr, 3.7 VDC; and extended packs are of 4.0 A Hr, 3.7 VDC. You must fully charge the battery before you can use the CN3 Computer. When you change the battery, a backup battery (super capacitor) maintains your status, memory, and real-time clock for at least 5 minutes.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer The charge/operating power can be applied to the CN3 Computer using any of the following. For more information on these accessories, see “Accessories for the CN3 Computer” on page 18. • AC wall adapter • a Magnetic Card Reader Snap-on • a CN3 Single Dock • a CN3 Multidock, either charge-only or Ethernet • a Cigarette Lighter Adapter To install the battery, insert the tabs on the charged battery into the CN3 Computer and snap the battery into place.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer You can use the Power applet to view the status of this battery. Tap Start > Settings > the System tab > the Power icon, then tap the Battery tab. Note: The Backup battery option shown in the Battery tab refers to the super capacitor used by the CN3 Computer to store energy. Adjusting the Beeper For information about setting volume levels for screen taps, ActiveSync alert noises, etc., tap Start > Help.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer 3 Tap the Volume icon at the top of the screen, tap On, then move the slider bar to your desired level. If your CN3 Computer comes with a phone, then be sure to use the left slider bar for the volume and the right slider bar for the phone. Volume slider bar Phone slider bar Disabling the Beeper To disable the beeper, tap the Volume icon, then drag the left slider to the bottom, or tap Off. Note the change in the Volume icon.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer See the Data Collection Resource Kit in the Intermec Developer Library (IDL) for information about data collection functions. The IDL is available as a download from the Intermec web site at www.intermec.com/idl. Contact your Intermec representative for more information. Tap Start > Settings > the System tab > the Intermec Settings icon to access the applet.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer Using the Color-Coded Keys Each keypad available for the CN3 Computer provides color-coded keys to let you access additional characters, symbols, and functions printed on the keypad overlay. Once you understand how to use the color-coded keys and key sequences, you can access all of the additional features printed on the keypad overlay. There are two color-coded modifier keys on the numeric keypad: the orange B key and the green C key.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer • The taskbar displays the onscreen keyboard icon, Pocket PC links, and icons to any applications that are running, yet are hidden. Toolbar Desktop Taskbar Your CN3 Computer has a stylus for selecting items and entering information. Use the stylus in place of a mouse. Tap Touch the screen once with the stylus to select options, close applications, launch applications, or launch menus from the taskbar.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer Using the Speakers The high-volume speaker on the back and the top of the CN3 Computer, is capable of variable volume levels. This speaker is capable of reproducing voice and WAV files, and is used primarily to convey status tones. There is a separate volume control in the toolbar at the top of the display. You can also control the volume using the Intermec Settings applet. Information on this control and applet are on the next page.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer Enabling the Speaker and Adjusting the Volume To enable the speaker and adjust the volume, tap the Volume icon at the top of the screen. Tap On, then move the system volume slider to the desired volume level. Up is louder, down is quieter. If your CN3 Computer comes with a phone, then be sure to use the left slider bar for the volume and the right slider bar for the phone.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer Using the Storage Card Note: MultiMediaCards (MMCs) and CompactFlash (CF) storage cards are not supported in the CN3 Computer. You can use a miniature Secure Digital (mini-SD) card to increase file storage and install software. The mini-SD card slot is located under a door that is beneath the battery pack. Remove the two screws holding the door to reach the mini-SD card.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer Setting the Vibrator To set your CN3 Computer to vibrate, tap the Volume icon at the top of the screen, then tap Vibrate. If your CN3 Computer has a built-in phone, this sets both the volume and the phone to vibrate. Note the icon change. You can also set the vibrate using the Intermec Settings applet. Tap Start > Settings > the System tab > the Intermec Settings icon, then tap (+) to expand Device Settings > Beeper > Vibrate, then tap Vibrate.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer Wireless Network Support Radios are installed at the factory and cannot be installed by a user. The CN3 Computer must be serviced to install or replace radios. Contact your Intermec representative for more information. See Chapter 5, “Network Support” for information about supported radios. Note: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by Intermec could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer Physical and Environmental Specifications This section contains technical information, available features, and options. Physical Dimensions (excluding overmold) Length: Width: Height: Weight: 16.0 cm (6.3”) 8.1 cm (3.2”) 3.3 cm (1.
Chapter 1 — Using the Computer Wireless LAN Standards Compliant: Data Rates: Radio Power Output: Security: Certifications: IEEE 802.11g (2.4 GHz - OFDM) IEEE 802.11b (2.4 GHz - DSSS) Up to 54 Mbps for 802.11g Up to 11 Mbps for 802.11b 100 mW WEP, WPA, 802.11i, 802.
2 Windows Mobile This chapter introduces Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC. While using the CN3 Mobile Computer, keep these key points in mind: • Tap Start on the navigation bar, located at the top of the screen, to quickly move to programs, files, and settings. Use the command bar at the bottom of the screen to perform tasks in programs. The command bar includes menus, icons, and the onscreen keyboard. • Tap and hold an item to see a pop-up menu containing a list of actions you can perform.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Software Builds See “Learning Software Build Versions” on page 3 to determine which Intermec build of Windows Mobile 5.0 is on your unit. Where to Find Information This chapter describes your CN3 Computer hardware, provides an overview of the programs on your CN3 Computer, and explains how to connect your CN3 Computer to a desktop, a network, or the Internet. For instructions on setting up your CN3 Computer and installing ActiveSync, see the Quick Start Guide.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Today Screen When you turn on your CN3 Computer for the first time each day (or after four hours of inactivity), you see the Today screen. You can also display it by tapping the Start flag at the top left of your display and then Today. On the Today screen, you can see important information for the day. Tap to start a program Tap and hold to change time format Tap to change date and time Tap to change owner information Tap to review your email Your day at a glance.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Keep track of your friends and colleagues. Browse Web and WAP (Wireless Application Protocol) sites, and download new programs and files from the Internet. Send and receive e-mail messages. Keep track of your tasks. Play digital audio and video files that are stored on your CN3 Computer or on a network. Navigation Bar and Command Bar The navigation bar is located at the top of the screen. It displays the active program and current time, switch to programs, and close screens.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Notifications When you have something to do, your CN3 Computer notifies you in a variety of ways. For example, if you have set up an appointment in Calendar, an e-mail message arrives, or a friend sends you an instant message, you are notified in any of the following ways: a message box appears on the screen, a sound (which you can specify) is played, a light flashes on your CN3 Computer, or the CN3 Computer vibrates. You can choose the notification types.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile The more you use your CN3 Computer, the more it learns to anticipate. Tap a text box to display the input panel Tap to insert anticipated word Tap characters on the onscreen keyboard to enter them To change word suggestion options, such as the number of words suggested at one time, tap Start > Settings > the Personal tab > Input > the Word Completion tab. Typing With the Onscreen Keyboard Tap the input panel arrow, then tap Keyboard.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile To use larger keys, tap the input panel arrow, tap Options, select “Keyboard” from the Input method drop-down list, then select Large keys. Using Block Recognizer Character recognition software gives you a fast and easy method for entering information in any program on your CN3 Computer. Letters, numbers, and punctuation you write are translated into typed text. Tap the input panel arrow, then tap Block Recognizer. Write a letter in the box.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Tap the input panel arrow, then tap Transcriber. Tap ok, then write anywhere on the screen. For specific instructions on using Transcriber, with Transcriber open, tap the question mark in the lower, right-hand corner of the screen. Tap for assistance Selecting Typed Text If you want to edit or format typed text, you must select it first. Drag the stylus across the text you want to select.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile You can cut, copy, and paste written text in the same way you work with typed text: tap and hold the selected words and then tap an editing command on the pop-up menu, or tap the command under Menu. Converting Writing to Text You can convert words you write in print or cursive to text by tapping Menu > Tools > Recognize. If a word is not recognized, it stays in its original form.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile • For better recognition, try increasing the zoom level to 300% by selecting Menu > Zoom. Recognition is not good under a 150% zoom. • Write the letters of a word closely and leave big gaps between words so that the CN3 Computer can easily tell where words begin and end. • Hyphenated words, foreign words that use special characters such as accents, and some punctuation cannot be converted.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Recording a Message In any program where you can write or draw on the screen, you can also quickly capture thoughts, reminders, and phone numbers by recording a message. In the Messaging program, you can add a recording to an e-mail message. In Calendar, Tasks, and Contacts, you can include a recording in the Notes tab. In the Notes program, you can create a stand-alone recording or add a recording to an open note.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile • To quickly add common messages, tap Menu > My Text and tap a desired message. • To edit a My Text message, tap Menu > My Text > Edit My Text Messages. Tap the message you want to edit and enter new text at the bottom of the screen. Finding and Organizing Information You can use the File Explorer to find files on the CN3 Computer, and organize these files into folders, and move files using the cut or copy-and-paste methods. Tap Start > Programs > the File Explorer icon.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Customizing Your CN3 Computer You can customize by adjusting settings and installing additional software. Adjusting Settings To adjust settings to fit the way you work, tap Start > Settings > either the Personal tab or the System tab located at the bottom of the screen. Note: The Phone applet in the Personal tab is available only on CN3 Computers with built-in phones. Menus To customize what appears on the Start menu. Owner Information To enter your contact information.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Adding Programs Using ActiveSync Install the appropriate software for your CN3 Computer on your desktop before installing it on your CN3 Computer. 1 Determine your CN3 Computer and processor type so that you know which version of the software to install. Tap Start > Settings > the System tab > the About icon > the Version tab, then make a note of the information in Processor.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Adding a Program Directly from the Internet 1 Determine your CN3 Computer and processor type so that you know which version of the software to install. Tap Start > Settings > the System tab > the About icon > the Version tab, then make a note of the information in Processor. 2 Download the program to your CN3 Computer straight from the Internet using Pocket Internet Explorer. You may see a single *.XIP, *.EXE, or *.ZIP file, a SETUP.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Using File Explorer on the CN3 Computer Tap Start > Programs > the File Explorer icon, locate the program (tap the folder list, labeled My Documents by default, then My Device to see a list of all folders on the CN3 Computer). Tap and hold the program and tap Cut on the pop-up menu. Open the Start Menu folder located in the Windows folder, tap and hold a blank area of the window, and tap Paste on the pop-up menu. The program now appears on the Start menu.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile With ActiveSync, you can also: • Back up and restore your CN3 Computer data. • Copy (rather than synchronize) files between your CN3 Computer and desktop. • Control when synchronization occurs by selecting a synchronization mode. For example, you can synchronize continually while connected to your desktop or only when you choose the synchronize command. • Select which information types are synchronized and control how much data is synchronized.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile For information about using ActiveSync on your desktop, start ActiveSync on your desktop, and then see ActiveSync Help. View the connection status Tap to synchronize via IR or to change synchronization Tap to connect and synchronize For more information about ActiveSync on your CN3 Computer, switch to ActiveSync, tap Start > Help, then select a topic. Microsoft Pocket Outlook Microsoft Pocket Outlook includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Messaging, and Notes.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile If you use Outlook on your desktop, you can synchronize appointments between your CN3 Computer and desktop. Tap to go to Today Tap to display and edit appointment details Synchronizing Calendar Calendar items stored on your CN3 Computer can be synchronized with calendar items on your desktop or Microsoft Exchange Server. (Note that you can only synchronize information directly with an Exchange Server if your company is running Microsoft Mobile Information Server 2002 or later.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Note: In Month View, the day of an appointment assigned to the Holiday category appears in red. This day was assigned the Holiday category. Tap to access the Year view What’s an All Day Event? An appointment can either be a normal appointment or an all day event, which lasts the full day or spans many days. Examples include a trade show, a vacation, or a seminar. You can also use all day events to schedule an annual event, such as a birthday or anniversary.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile What’s a Recurrence Pattern? If you have an appointment or task that you do on a regular basis, such as a weekly team meeting or a monthly status report, enter the item once and set a recurrence pattern for it. If the default patterns in the list are not what you need, you can create your own pattern using the wizard. Select your recurrence pattern from this list Select to access the wizard with which to customize your recurrence.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Creating or Changing an Appointment To create an appointment, tap Menu > New Appointment. To select a new date from a pop-up calendar, tap the display date. To enter or select a new time, tap the display time. Enter the appointment details, and when finished, tap ok to return to the calendar. If you are working in Day view, tap and hold the time slot for the new appointment, then select New Appointment to have the time automatically entered for you.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Tap to select “Yes” or “No” for the all-day event You cannot modify or create all day events with attendees on the CN3 Computer. If you create all-day events with attendees on your desktop, use ActiveSync to copy such events to the CN3 Computer. Then, view them in Calendar. For more information on copying files, see ActiveSync Help. To use the CN3 Computer to schedule an appointment with attendees lasting all day, set type to Normal, then adjust date and time accordingly.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Note: To automatically set a reminder for all new appointments, in the calendar, tap Menu > Options > the Appointments tab, check Set reminders for new items, then tap the number and timeframe options to change the information given. Tap this to set reminders for new appointments To choose how you are reminded, for example by a sound, tap Start > Settings > the Personal tab > the Sounds & Notifications icon.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Making an Appointment Recurring Do the following to make a recurring appointment: 1 In the calendar, tap the appointment, then tap Edit. 2 Tap Occurs and select a pattern from the list. Or, to create a new pattern, tap , and follow the steps in the wizard.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Sending a Meeting Request Use Calendar to schedule meetings with people who use Outlook or Pocket Outlook. When attendees receive a meeting request, they can accept or decline the meeting. If they accept the request, the meeting is automatically added to their schedule, their response is sent back to you, and your calendar is updated. Before you can send a meeting request, you must enter e-mail addresses in Contacts Help and set up Messaging to send and receive messages.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Finding an Appointment • Tap Start > Programs > the Search icon, enter the appointment name, tap the Type arrow and select “Calendar” from the drop-down list, and then tap Search. You can tap the Search for drop-down arrow to select from a list of previously searched items or phrases. Note for future access, this is added to your Start menu in the Recent Programs area, via Start > Search.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile • Tap the Appointments tab to select what Show icons appointment indicators should appear when you view appointment contents. Tap and hold an icon to see its name. Selected icons are in black. Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues To switch to Contacts on the CN3 Computer, tap Start > Contacts. Contacts maintains a list of your friends and colleagues so that you can easily find the information you are looking for, whether you are at home or on the road.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile 3 To add notes, tap the Notes tab. You can enter text or draw. For information on creating notes, see “Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas” on page 54. 4 When finished, tap ok to return to the contact list.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile • To see a list of contacts employed by a specific company, tap Menu > View By > Company. Then, tap the desired company name. Indicates the default number Tap to edit the default number Creating or Changing a Contact • To create a contact, tap New. To enter notes, tap the Notes tab. When finished, tap ok to return to the contact list. New contacts are added to the displayed category. • To change a contact, tap it in the contact list, and then tap Menu > Edit.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile 2 Tap the Notes tab. For instructions, tap Start > Help, then select a topic. Use your stylus to write or draw your information Tap to activate the input panel Assigning a Contact to a Category 1 In the contact list, tap the contact, and then tap Menu > Edit. 2 Scroll to, tap Categories, then check categories to assign to the contact. 3 To create a new category, tap New, enter the category name, then tap Done. The new category is automatically checked in the list.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Finding a Contact Use any of the following methods to find a contact. To quickly move through a long list of contacts, tap one of the sets of letters displayed at the top to view contact names beginning with those letters. • Tap Start > Programs > the Search icon, enter the contact name, tap the Type arrow and select “Contacts” from the drop-down list, and then tap Search. You can tap the Search for drop-down arrow to select from a list of previously searched items or phrases.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Changing Contacts Options In the contact list, tap Menu > Options, make your changes, then click ok to return to the Contacts list. Tasks: Keeping a To Do List To switch to Tasks on your CN3 Computer, tap Start > Tasks. Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do. A variety of task information can display on the Today screen. If you use Microsoft Outlook on your desktop, you can synchronize tasks between your CN3 Computer and desktop.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile enter text or draw. For information on creating notes, see “Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas” on page 54. • To change a task, tap it in the task list, and then tap Edit. Using the onscreen keyboard, enter a description. To assign the task to a category, tap Categories and check categories from the list. In the task list, you can filter tasks by category. When finished, tap ok to return to the task list.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Tap to change the sort order of the list Tap to open a note or play a recording Tap and hold to display a pop-up menu Tap to record Tap to create a new note Creating a Note To create your note, tap New, then write, draw, type, or record your information. For information about using the input panel, writing and drawing, and creating recordings, see “Basic Usage” on page 22. • Writing Using the stylus, write directly on the screen.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile ated on your desktop. All .PWI files placed in the My Documents folder on your CN3 Computer and all .DOC files placed in the My Documents folder for the CN3 Computer on your desktop are synchronized. Passwordprotected files cannot be synchronized. ActiveSync converts documents during synchronization. For information on synchronization or file conversion, see ActiveSync Help on the desktop.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile • Messages are copied from the Inbox folder on your desktop or the Microsoft Exchange server to the Inbox folder on your CN3 Computer. (Note that you can only synchronize information directly with an Exchange Server if your company is running Microsoft Mobile Information Server 2002 or later.) By default, you receive messages from the last three days only, the first 100 lines of each new message, and file attachments of less than 100 KB in size.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile messages that you move to folders created from anywhere except the CN3 Computer. • If you use IMAP4, the folders you create and the e-mail messages you move are mirrored on the server. Therefore, messages are available to you anytime you connect to your mail server, whether it is from your CN3 Computer or desktop. This synchronization of folders occurs whenever you connect to your mail server, create new folders, or rename/delete folders when connected.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile To delete an account, tap Menu > Tools > Options, tap and hold the name of the account, and then tap Delete. Note: You can set up several e-mail accounts including your ActiveSync account, but you can set up only one SMS account, which you cannot delete once it is set up. Downloading Messages from the Server Note that receiving entire messages consumes storage memory. The size column in the message list displays the local size and server size of a message.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile 6 Tap Send. If you are working offline, the message is moved to the Outbox folder and is sent the next time you connect. Companion Programs The companion programs consist of Word Mobile, Excel Mobile, and PowerPoint Mobile, and Windows Media Player. To switch to a companion program on your CN3 Computer, tap Start > Programs, then tap the program name. Word Mobile Word Mobile works with Microsoft Word on your desktop to give you access to copies of your documents.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Tap to change the sort order of the list Tap to open a document Tap and hold an item to see a pop-up menu Tap to create a new document You can enter information in Word Mobile in by typing or writing. Each mode has its own toolbar, which you can show and hide by tapping the Input Panel icon in the center of the command bar. You can change the zoom magnification by tapping View > Zoom, then select the percentage you want.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Writing Mode In writing mode, use your stylus to write directly on the screen. Ruled lines are displayed as a guide, and the zoom magnification is greater than in typing mode to allow you to write more easily. For more information on writing and selecting writing, see “Basic Usage” on page 22. Written words are converted to graphics (metafiles) when a Pocket Word document is converted to a Word document on your desktop.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Creating a Workbook Use Excel Mobile to create workbooks, such as expense reports and mileage logs. To create a new file, tap Start > Programs > the Excel Mobile icon > New to access a blank workbook. Or, if you have selected a template for new workbooks under the Menu > Tools > Options, that template appears with appropriate text and formatting already provided. For future use, this is added to your Start menu in the Recent Programs area, via Start > Excel Mobile.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile • Split panes to view different areas of a large worksheet. Tap View > Split. Then drag the split bar to where you want it. To remove the split, tap View > Remove Split. For more information on using Excel Mobile, tap Start > Help, then select a topic. PowerPoint Mobile With PowerPoint Mobile on your CN3 Computer, you can open and view slide show presentations created on your PC.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile 4 To view a PowerPoint Mobile presentation in portrait, or right-handed or left-handed landscape orientations, tap the slide icon (in the bottom, left corner of the following illustration) for a pop-up menu. 5 Tap Show Options > the Orientation tab, then select an orientation. 6 Tap Default to view the presentation in the orientation that best fits the size and shape of the screen. Windows Media Player for Windows Mobile Tap Start > Windows Media.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Internet Explorer Mobile Use Internet Explorer Mobile to view Web or WAP pages in these ways: • During synchronization with your desktop, download your favorite links and mobile favorites that are stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in Internet Explorer on the desktop. • Connect to an ISP or network and browse the Web. To do this, create the connection first, as described in “Remote Access (Modems)” on page 118.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Use the Internet Explorer plug-in installed with ActiveSync to create mobile favorites quickly. To create a mobile favorite: 1 In ActiveSync on your desktop, click Tools > Options, and select “Favorites” from the Windows PC list. For more information on using ActiveSync, see ActiveSync Help on the desktop. 2 In Internet Explorer 5.0 or greater on your desktop, browse to the page you want to view offline, then click Tools > Create Mobile Favorite.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Using Internet Explorer Mobile You can use Internet Explorer Mobile to browse mobile favorites and channels that were downloaded to your CN3 Computer without connecting to the Internet. You can also connect to the Internet through an ISP or a network connection and browse the Web. Viewing Mobile Favorites and Channels 1 Tap Favorites, or Menu > Favorites to display your list of favorites. 2 Tap the page you want to view.
