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Contents Using This Guide Text Conventions ........................................................................................ viii Getting Started 1-1 Welcome ..................................................................................................... 1-2 Unpacking Your MobilePro........................................................................ 1-3 Getting to Know Your MobilePro............................................................... 1-4 Accessories...............................
Identifying System Features ........................................................................ 2-2 Around the Front of the System.......................................................... 2-2 Display Panel ............................................................................. 2-2 Keyboard Panel and Base Unit................................................... 2-3 Around the Back of the System .......................................................... 2-4 Around the Left Side of the System.......
Backlight ............................................................................................ 4-4 Automatic Off ............................................................................ 4-4 Automatic On............................................................................. 4-4 Enabling the Suspend Switch ............................................................. 4-4 Using the Keyboard ....................................................................................
Using This Guide The NEC MobilePro™ 790 User's Guide gives you the information you need to maximize the use of your NEC MobilePro 790 Professional PC Companion. Read this guide to familiarize yourself with the MobilePro and its features. For specific information, see the following. ! Chapter 1, “Getting Started,” provides all the information you need to get your MobilePro 790 working and synchronized with your host PC.
Text Conventions This guide uses the following text conventions. ! Warnings, cautions, and notes have the following meanings: WARNING Warnings alert you to situations that could result in serious personal injury or loss of life. CAUTION Cautions indicate situations that can damage the hardware or software. Note Notes give important information about the material being described. viii ! Names of keyboard keys are printed as they appear on the keyboard, for example, Ctrl, Alt, or Enter.
1 Getting Started ! Welcome ! Unpacking Your MobilePro ! Getting to Know Your MobilePro ! Installing and Charging the Battery ! Connecting the AC Adapter ! Taking a Quick Tour ! Introducing the Software ! Connecting to Your PC via Serial ! Connecting to Your PC via Infrared ! Synchronizing with Your Host PC ! Getting Help
Welcome Congratulations on purchasing your NEC MobilePro 790 handheld PC. The size and instant-on capability of this device give you immediate access to your most important work no matter where you are, whether its email, Web access, word processing, spreadsheets, presentations, or enterprise class custom software. In addition, your MobilePro 790 can synchronize with other computers so your finished work is available where you need it.
Unpacking Your MobilePro Your NEC MobilePro ships with a number of accessories. When you unpack the NEC MobilePro, verify that you have all of the items listed here and that they are in good condition. If anything is missing or damaged, contact the vendor who sold you the unit. Note Do not use the unit without the batteries installed. Be sure you have completed the sections, “Installing and Charging the Battery,” “Connecting the AC Adapter,” and “Taking a Quick Tour,” later in this chapter.
Getting to Know Your MobilePro The NEC MobilePro 790 offers you a portable system designed for synchronization with your host PC. Standard features include a VR4121, 168-MHz, 48-MB memory (32-MB RAM plus 16-MB Internal Flash ROM), an 8.1-inch half-VGA STN, 64K color, enhanced touch screen, a V.90 internal modem, a built-in microphone, internal speaker, and Type I/II PC card and CompactFlash™ Type II card support.
Accessories The NEC MobilePro 790 ships with the following accessories: ! AC adapter (varies by country) ! PC Connect (serial port) cable ! Modem adapter (countries other than U.S.) ! RJ-11 Telephone cable For a comprehensive list of MobilePro accessories, including optional extras such as the VGA monitor connector cable, refer to the MobilePro desktop. Tap Start, Help, and double tap the MobilePro Accessories link.
Note You cannot use your MobilePro when the battery lock is in the unlocked position. Be sure to slide the lock back to the locked position. 4. Put the Lithium-Ion battery pack in the bay and slide the battery in the direction of the arrow, as indicated in the following figure. Inserting the battery pack A – Battery release lock B – Lithium-Ion battery pack 5. Firmly press the battery until it is secure and clicks (locks) into place. 6. Slide the lock back to the locked position.
Note Before using the system for the first time, charge the MobilePro continuously for 6-10 hours to fully charge the main and backup batteries. Allow the 6-10 hours to pass even if the indicator light changes from amber to green before the 6-10 hours have passed. To protect your data, do not use the system until the backup battery is fully charged. Recharge the battery whenever the battery charging LED lights amber.
Connecting the AC Adapter NEC recommends using the AC adapter when you: ! Recharge the main battery pack or the backup battery ! Use PC cards or Compact Flash™ cards ! Use the internal modem ! Keep your MobilePro on for long periods Follow these precautions whenever you use the AC adapter and the NEC MobilePro. When using the AC adapter, make sure the AC outlet is near the NEC MobilePro and is easily accessible. Keep the main battery installed when running on AC power.
Connecting the AC adapter A – AC power port 2. 3. B – AC adapter cable (varies by country) Connect the AC adapter as follows. ! U.S./Canada model: plug the AC adapter to a working AC outlet. ! European model: plug one end of the AC power cable into the AC adapter and the other end into a working AC outlet. Power on the NEC MobilePro using the Power button at the top right corner of the keyboard.
Note Before using the system for the first time, allow ten hours for both the main and the backup batteries to fully charge, even if the indicator on the front of the MobilePro lights green before the full ten hours are passed. Taking a Quick Tour This section takes you through the process of setting up your system for the first time. 1. Open the display panel to start your NEC MobilePro 790 for the first time. Press the Power button if the system does not start automatically. 2.
Connecting to Your PC via Serial The MobilePro is designed to be a companion PC. Most users want to synchronize the MobilePro 790 with a host PC. The latest work done on either the MobilePro or the host PC automatically appears on both machines, once the synchronization process occurs. The following section provides an overview of the synchronization process, using the serial port, followed by detailed instructions for each stage of the process.
Proceed to the next section to check the availability of the serial port on your host PC. Ensuring the Availability of the Serial Port The serial port on your host PC must be available for synchronization with your NEC MobilePro. Follow these steps to ensure the availability of the serial port. 1. Access the Setup utility on your host PC to verify that the port is enabled. 2. Check the Windows device manager on your host PC to identify potential conflicts for the serial port.
Connecting the PC connect cable 3. Connect the other end of the cable to the 9-pin serial port on your host PC. If your host PC has a 25-pin serial port, use an adapter (available in most computer stores). Proceed to the next section to install Microsoft ActiveSync. Note Before connecting the PC Connect cable to the serial port on your host PC, be sure that the serial port is enabled in the host PC's BIOS setup and that no conflicts exist for the port.
Installing Microsoft ActiveSync You must install Microsoft ActiveSync on your host PC to enable synchronization with your MobilePro. The Microsoft ActiveSync CD that ships with your MobilePro contains the ActiveSync software designed for synchronization with Microsoft Office components. The following procedure assumes Microsoft Outlook as the host PC synchronization component.
1. 2. Insert the Microsoft ActiveSync CD in the CD-ROM drive of your host PC. ! If auto-insert is enabled on your host PC, the setup window appears. ! If auto insert is not enabled, go to Start, Run, browse for the CD-ROM drive, and run the setup.exe file. Click Next to start the setup wizard. The Selection Installation folder appears. 3. Click Next to accept the default installation folder or modify the folder destination and click Next. The Get Connected window appears. 4.
2. Click Tools, Options and verify that the desired synchronization services are checked. Modify the selections as required. Note By default, synchronization of email messages is not checked. Be sure to select the checkbox for this service if you want to synchronize email between your MobilePro to your host PC.
! Verify that the desired synchronization services are configured. Modifying PC Connection Settings Your MobilePro ships with PC Connection default settings. Follow these steps to modify the PC connection settings. 1. Tap Start, Settings, Control Panel, Communications. 2. Select the PC Connection tab. 3. Select the Change tab, use the dropdown box to change the setting to Infrared port, and click OK. Proceed to the next section to set the infrared connection speed, if necessary.
! If infrared is disabled, select the options tab and place a check in the box “Enable infrared communications.” ! Place a check in the boxes, “Search and provide status for devices in range,” and “Install software for Plug and Play devices within range.” ! Uncheck the box, “Limit connection speed to.” 3. Click Apply and click OK. 4. Check the device manager on your host PC to identify potential conflicts for the infrared port. 5. ! Double click the System icon and select the Device Manager tab.
! Configure the host PC's IP address on the MobilePro as follows: 1. Tap Start, Settings, Control Panel, and double tap the network icon. 2. Highlight NE2000 Compatible Ethernet Driver and select the Properties button. 3. In the IP address tab, select (place a dot beside) “Obtain an IP address via DHCP.” 4. Select the Name Servers tab and enter the host PC's IP address in the “Primary WINS” field. To identify the host PC's IP address, run an IP config utility.
The Get Connected window appears. 4. Place the NEC MobilePro so that the infrared port is within range of the host PC infrared port and read the instructions about connecting your device. Click Next. 5. On the NEC MobilePro, tap Start, Programs, Communication, and PC Link. The host PC verifies the availability of an infrared port and polls the MobilePro for synchronization settings. The New Partnership window appears. Proceed to the next section to complete the installation.
Note Whenever possible Microsoft ActiveSync automatically translates files and email attachments during synchronization. This allows you to use the MobilePro to view and work with files created on your host PC with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, among others. However, as noted in the readme.doc file on the Microsoft ActiveSync CD, PowerPoint files created or modified on the MobilePro are not translated for viewing or modification on your host PC.
! Power off, then power on the MobilePro unit. Using other Communication Devices During synchronization, the PC Connect (serial) cable must be connected to your host PC. However, you must disconnect the serial cable before using the internal modem, IR port or a network card in your MobilePro.
Getting Help The following table provides a comprehensive list of where you can get help on your MobilePro 790, the software, connections, accessories, and support. Help Resources Item Resource MobilePro Operation MobilePro User's Guide Windows CE Windows CE Main Help Help file included with Windows CE. Tap Start then Help on the MobilePro desktop taskbar. Microsoft Handheld PC 2000 website http://www.microsoft.com/mobile /handheldpc/features/default.
Help Resources Item Resource Software and Hardware Resources Pocket PC Magazine Buyer’s Guide http://www.ppcmag.com Microsoft Handheld PC 2000 Resource Guide http://windowsce.resourceguide.net Microsoft Windows CE Add-ons http://windowsce.microsoft.com/reftool /search/s_hwsw.asp MobilePro Accessories 1 MobilePro Technical Support, Warranty Service NEC Computers Inc. Accessories http://www.neccomp.com 2 /accessories_category.asp NEC Computers Inc. MobilePro 1 Support http://support.neccomp.
2 Introducing the NEC MobilePro ! Identifying System Features ! Opening the Display Panel ! Using the Stylus ! Using the MobilePro's Power Sources ! Caring for the MobilePro
Identifying System Features The NEC MobilePro 790 is compact with features on every side. The next few sections provide figures and feature descriptions. Around the Front of the System The following sections describe front features beginning with the display panel. Display Panel Your NEC MobilePro 790 comes with an 8.1-inch display panel that you can adjust for a comfortable viewing position.
! Stylus — A “pen” that serves as an input device for the touch screen. To use, remove the stylus from its holder. ! Scroll Dial — Allows you to scroll up/down or PgUp/PgDn, depending upon your MobilePro settings. Keyboard Panel and Base Unit The NEC MobilePro keyboard panel and base unit provide the features shown in the following figure. Features are described after the figure.
! Status LEDs — Keeps you informed of the system's power status and notifies you about scheduled appointments. Status LEDs A – Battery Charging LED B – Notification LED — Battery Charging LED – Lights amber when the battery is charging. – Lights green when the battery is fully charged. — Notification LED — Flashes amber as a reminder of appointments, pages, etc. ! Microphone — Lets you record your voice.
Features on the back of the system A – IR port B – Main battery pack ! Infrared (IrDA) Port — Allows the MobilePro to communicate without cables with similarly equipped devices, including other MobilePros. ! Main Battery Pack — Provides battery power to the MobilePro when away from an AC power source. Around the Left Side of the System The left side of your NEC MobilePro offers the features shown in the following figure. Features are described after the figure.
! AC Power Port — Lets you connect the AC adapter to run your unit on AC power. ! VGA Port — Provides a connection point for the VGA cable. ! Serial Port — Provides a connection point for the PC connect cable. ! Port not used in some models.
Around the Right Side of the System The right side of your NEC MobilePro offers the features shown in the following figure. Features are described after the figure. Right side features A – PC card eject button B – PC card slot C – Modem port ! PC Card Eject Button — Allows you to remove an installed PC card. ! PC Card Slot — Lets you install one Type I or Type II PC card. ! Modem Port — Provides connection access to the internal modem using the RJ-11 telephone cable.
Features on the bottom of the system A – Soft reset button B – ROM bay cover C – Speaker D – Battery release lock E – Lithium-Ion battery pack F – Battery release latch ! Soft Reset Button — Lets you do a “soft reset” to the NEC MobilePro in case of malfunction. Your data is preserved if it has been saved in a file. Use your stylus to press the soft reset button. ! ROM Bay Cover — Protects the ROM bay and the installed ROM module. ! Speaker — Lets you listen to digital audio.
Opening the Display Panel Follow these steps to open the display panel. 1. Slide the display panel latch to the right. 2. Lift the display panel up and towards the back of the system. When the NEC MobilePro is not in use or when you are carrying it, keep the display panel closed. This helps prevent accidental damage to the touch screen or keyboard. Dropping the MobilePro may cause display panel damage. Using the Stylus To use the stylus, follow these steps: 1. Open the MobilePro display panel. 2.
Determining Battery Status You can determine battery status by using the power icon on the lower right-hand side of the taskbar or through the power icon in the control panel. The icon on the taskbar displays as an electrical plug when the battery is fully charged (battery charging LED lights green) or as a battery while charging (battery charging LED lights amber). To display battery status, use one of the following methods: ! Double tap the battery/plug icon on the taskbar, if present.
Recharging the Backup Battery The backup battery charges while the main battery is charging. It usually takes approximately 4.5 hours to recharge both the main and backup batteries together. A full 10 hours charging time is required under either of these circumstances: ! This is the first time you have used your MobilePro ! The main battery has been in a depleted state for a prolonged period.
Battery Replacement Note the following when replacing batteries: ! If the main battery becomes weak, the MobilePro automatically turns off. Recharge or replace the main battery immediately if the power goes off. ! The MobilePro has a built-in backup battery that maintains your data for several hours whenever the main battery is depleted or removed. The backup battery is recharged whenever the unit is connected to an AC power source.
Removing the battery pack A – Battery release latch B – Battery release lock 4. C – Lithium-Ion battery pack Insert a new battery pack as follows: ! Insert the new Lithium-Ion battery pack in the bay and slide the battery in the direction of the arrow, as indicated in the following figure.
! Firmly press the battery until it is securely in the bay and clicks (locks) into place. ! Slide the lock back to the locked position. Note You cannot use your MobilePro when the battery lock is in the unlocked position. The system displays an error message. 5. Charge the battery. See the sections earlier in this chapter, “Recharging the Main Battery” and “Recharging the Backup Battery.” Battery Precautions Read the following battery handling precautions to ensure your safety.
Immediately turn off and unplug the MobilePro under the following conditions: ! ! ! The power cord is damaged or frayed. Liquid spills on or into the unit. Someone drops the unit or damages the casing. Precautions Follow these precautions when using your MobilePro and AC adapter. ! Always plug the AC adapter cord into an easily accessible outlet. It is important to be able to easily shut off power by unplugging the AC adapter if needed. ! Avoid dropping or bumping the MobilePro or the AC adapter.
! If the AC adapter becomes extremely hot, unplug the adapter and let it cool. ! Keep the AC adapter away from the IrDA port to ensure stable communication/transfer operations. Storage Requirements Store the NEC MobilePro and AC adapter in an environment that meets the following conditions. ! Maintain storage temperatures between 14°F and 140°F (–10°C and 60°C).
Never use harsh solutions, household cleaners, or spray cleaners that contain caustic materials on the MobilePro. These cleaners are usually high in alkalinity, which is measured in pH. Using these cleaners can cause the plastic surface to crack or discolor.
3 Introducing Windows CE ! Windows CE Operating System ! Microsoft ActiveSync ! Online Help
Windows CE Operating System Windows CE is the smallest member of the Windows operating system family using the Windows 95 interface. What exactly does smallest mean? It means mobility and portability provided through a reduced code base. This code base is completely 32-bit; it is multithreaded, multitasking and runs on different processors such as the NEC VR4121 MIPS processor. Your MobilePro does not have a hard disk drive.
To move the blinking cursor while editing text in a program, simply tap the screen at the desired (new) location. Dragging and Dropping Dragging and dropping works just like in Windows 95. To drag an object, tap the object with the stylus and hold the stylus against the screen. Continue to hold as you slide the object across the screen. Lift the stylus from the screen when the object is in the desired location.
! Contacts — Maintains a list of names, both business and personal, for easy access while at home or on the road. ! Tasks — Provides a portable “to do” list for keeping track of all of your tasks. ! Microsoft Pocket Word — Allows you to create and edit documents on your MobilePro. ! Microsoft Pocket Excel — Allows you to view or draft spreadsheets. ! Microsoft Pocket PowerPoint — Lets you quickly and easily deliver a professional online presentation.
! Microsoft Voice Recorder — Provides an easy way to quickly capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, and phone numbers. ! ActiveSync — Lets you initiate synchronization with your host PC. ! PC Link — Allows you to initiate a connection with your host PC. ! Remote Networking — Allows you to configure remote access accounts for connecting to your ISP, your local area network, and more. ! Terminal — Lets you view and download files from a bulletin board or to send and receive email.
4. Select the appropriate port setting, COM1 @ 57600, COM1 @ 9600, IrDA, LPT1, or Network. 5. Select other printing attributes as required. 6. Tap OK. Note With the optional printer cable (MC-RC3E) connected to the serial port of your NEC MobilePro, you can print to a supported, high-speed parallel printer. For information about MobilePro accessories, access the web site 1 http://www.neccomp.com. 1 For U.S. and Canada only. If you purchased this computer outside the U.S.
2. In the Settings dialog box, enter the information for your server. Most networks use DHCP, so you should not have to change these settings. See your network administrator if you need assistance. If the Settings dialog box does not appear, go to Start, Settings, Control Panel, and double tap Network. Select your Ethernet driver, select Properties, and configure the appropriate settings. 3. Tap OK twice, select the Identification tab, and enter your name, password, and domain.
Backing Up and Restoring Data To prevent data loss, frequently back up your NEC MobilePro data. You can backup all data to your host PC using Microsoft ActiveSync on your host PC. Using Microsoft ActiveSync The Microsoft ActiveSync backup and restore feature creates a complete duplicate of all data stored on your NEC MobilePro. If you routinely connect to your host PC, this is the best method of data backup. The backup file is saved on the hard disk of your host PC.
4 Using the NEC MobilePro ! Powering On and Off ! Making Display Panel Adjustments ! Using the Keyboard ! Adjusting MobilePro Settings ! Using the Scroll Dial ! Using the Voice Recorder ! Using PC Cards ! Using CompactFlash Cards ! Using the IR Port ! Resetting the MobilePro ! Using the FlashROM Configuration Utility
Powering On and Off Power on the NEC MobilePro as follows. If you power off, then quickly power on the NEC MobilePro, your system may erroneously report the presence of CompactFlash cards. In addition, repeatedly powering off and quickly powering on, may cause data loss. NEC recommends that you wait ten seconds after powering off, before powering on the NEC MobilePro. 1. Slide the display panel latch to the right. Lift the display panel up towards the rear of the unit.
If the MobilePro is not used for a specified length of time, it automatically shuts off. You can select how long the unit remains on when running on battery power alone through the Power selection in the Windows CE Control Panel. On the Windows CE desktop, tap Start, Settings, Control Panel. Double tap the Power icon and select the Power Off tab to designate a power off time. Note As a general operation rule, frequently back up and synchronize data between your MobilePro and your host PC.
Backlight You can conserve battery life by configuring your NEC MobilePro to automatically turn off the display panel's backlight. Automatic Off Follow these steps to configure the backlight for automatic turn off. 1. Tap Start, Settings, Control Panel. 2. Double tap the Display icon and select the Backlight tab. 3. Tap the desired selections to place a check beside the selection. Use the drop-down boxes to select the desired time settings.
Follow these steps to enable the Suspend switch. 1. Tap Start, Settings, then select Control Panel. 2. Double tap the MobilePro Settings icon to launch the dialog box. Be sure to select the “LCD Suspend/Resume” tab. 3. Select either “Enable suspend while on Battery Power” or “Enable suspend while on External Power,” or both, to enable the display linkage switch.
Keyboard A – Applications shortcut keys B – Brightness up/down keys C – Cursor control keys D – Control keys E – Windows key ! Application shortcut keys — Ten application shortcut keys allow you to launch applications directly from the keyboard. For details about each key, refer to the section that follows, “Using Application Shortcut Keys.” ! Brightness up/down keys — Use the brightness up/down keys to adjust the NEC MobilePro's panel brightness.
Using Application Shortcut Keys The NEC MobilePro provides application shortcut keys located at the top of the keyboard. Use these keys to launch applications directly from the keyboard. The key defaults are listed in the following table.
Defining Application Shortcut Keys There are three ways to use the application shortcut keys: ! as default Microsoft application shortcut keys ! customized to launch other applications ! defined as standard Windows application function keys [F1 – F10], which only operate as programmed by the application in use. Follow these steps to define or re-define your application shortcut keys. 1. Tap on Start, Settings, Control Panel, MobilePro Settings. The MobilePro Setting Properties dialog appears. 2.
Key Function Alt + < Contrast Down Alt + > Contrast Up Alt + Left Arrow Home Alt + Right Arrow End Alt + Up Arrow PgUp Alt + Down Arrow PgDn Adjusting MobilePro Settings Your NEC MobilePro is equipped with a desktop icon labeled MobilePro Settings. To access MobilePro Settings, simply tap Start, Settings, Control Panel, and double tap the MobilePro Settings icon to display the applet's window. For more details, simply tap the “?” to view the online help.
Select the appropriate country setting for your built-in modem to ensure compliance with the country's telephone lines. An incorrect country setting may damage your device or the telephone line. Using the Scroll Dial The Scroll Dial, located in the right-hand lid hinge, allows you to: ! Scroll screens using an Up/Down or PgUp/PgDn action, depending on your MobilePro Settings. ! Launch an application from the MobilePro desktop.
Using the Voice Recorder The NEC MobilePro features a voice recorder application to record and play voice memos. Recording is dictation quality only and not intended for musical recording. Recording voice memos with the NEC MobilePro is easy. Recording Memos Follow these steps to record with the Microsoft Voice Recorder. 1. Tap Start, Programs, Accessories, then select Microsoft Voice Recorder. 2. Hold your NEC MobilePro with the microphone facing you. 3.
Using PC Cards Your NEC MobilePro comes with a PC card slot that supports one Type I or one Type II PC card. All PC cards are approximately the same size, have a standard 68-pin connector and vary only in thickness. PC cards add a variety of storage and communication functionality to your MobilePro. Windows CE supports the hot swapping of PC cards. However, to avoid data loss, do not remove a PC card while the system is accessing it.
Inserting a PC card 2. Verify that the PC card is securely in the slot. Make sure you align the PC card correctly for insertion. Inserting a PC card incorrectly can damage the card and/or the NEC MobilePro.
Removing PC Cards Follow these steps to remove a PC card from the MobilePro. 1. Locate the PC card eject button beside the PC card slot and press it to release the card from the slot. 2. Once the card is released, pull it the rest of the way out of the slot. Using CompactFlash Cards Your NEC MobilePro comes with a CompactFlash card slot that supports one Type I or Type II CompactFlash card.
Inserting a CompactFlash card Note When you insert a CompactFlash card, a button pops out of the card bay. Pivot the button towards the left side of the unit until it fits into the recessed space next to the slot. 2. Verify that the CompactFlash card is fitted securely into position. Make sure you align the CompactFlash card correctly for insertion. Inserting a CompactFlash card incorrectly can damage the card and/or the MobilePro.
Using the IR Port With the NEC MobilePro, you can send and receive data to and from another similarly equipped device using the infrared (IrDA) communication port. In addition, you can use the IR port to synchronize data with your host PC, in place of using the PC Connect (serial) cable. Before using the NEC MobilePro for IrDA communication, first configure/enable the IR port on your host system, then install Microsoft ActiveSync on your host system.
Resetting the MobilePro Occasionally you may need to reset your NEC MobilePro. For instance, you may need to reset after restoring data from your host PC, after modifying the MobilePro's configuration, when you are unable to power on using the Power button, or when the operating system stops responding. The NEC MobilePro is equipped with two reset buttons, designed for use depending upon specific conditions.
Soft reset button A – Soft reset button Using the Full Reset Button Use the full reset button only when your unit does not respond after doing all of the following: ! Installing a charged battery. ! Connecting the unit to an AC power source. ! Verifying that the battery lock is in the locked position. ! Using the soft reset button to reset the system. Using the full reset button to reset your MobilePro returns your unit to its original shipping configuration.
1. Open the display panel and remove the stylus from its holder. 2. Remove the battery pack as follows: ! Locate the battery lock and release latch on the bottom of the system. ! Slide the lock to the unlocked position in the direction of the arrow, as indicated in the following figure. ! Slide the release latch in the direction of its arrow, as indicated in the following figure, and hold it. ! Remove the battery from the bay.
3. Locate the full reset button inside of the battery bay, as indicated in the following figure. Full reset button A – Full reset button 4. B – Battery connectors Using the stylus, press the full reset button. This resets the unit and restores your system to its original shipping configuration. You may be able to use a recent backup of your data to restore your system to a more recent configuration.
Follow these steps to the Internal FlashROM configuration utility. 1. Click Start, Programs, Application, Internal FlashROM. 2. The Internal FlashROM main screen displays the currently available free space. Press the Inspect button to confirm if there are any applications whose registry settings are not set to the Internal FlashROM Utility. 3. If detected, an applications registry settings will automatically set to Internal FlashROM Configuration Utility 4. Click OK.
5 Setting Up a Remote Connection ! Preparing for Connection Setup ! Connecting the Internal Modem ! Connecting to an Internet Service Provider (ISP) ! Connecting to a Remote Access Server (RAS) ! Sending and Receiving Email ! Activating a Connection
Preparing for Connection Setup Before you set up a dial-up connection for an Internet Service Provider (ISP) or Remote Access Server (RAS), and the associated email properties, you need the following: ! Modem (your NEC MobilePro is equipped with an internal data/fax modem) ! ISP or RAS account ! Configuration information from your ISP or network administrator that may include some or all of the following: — Dial-up telephone number — TCP/IP settings — Port settings — User name and password, if required
Connecting the telephone cable Do not connect the internal modem to a digital private branch exchange connector, or the digital side of an integrated digital network. Use only analog phone connections. Failure to do so may result in explosion or fire and will damage your modem. During thunderstorms be sure to disconnect the modem phone cable from the NEC MobilePro. Failure to do so may result in explosion or fire. 3. Connect the other RJ-11 connector into an active (analog) phone jack.
4. Select Dial-Up Connection as the connection type and tap Next. 5. Use the drop-down box to select Internal Modem on COM 4 and tap Configure. 6. Select the required port settings and call options. Tap OK. 7. Tap TCP/IP Settings and configure the required General Settings and Name Servers. Tap OK. 8. Tap Next and enter the required dial-up telephone number. Tap Finish. Once your ISP connection is established you can configure your MobilePro to send and receive email through your ISP.
7. Tap TCP/IP Settings and configure the required General Settings and Name Servers. Tap OK. 8. Tap Next and enter the required dial-up telephone number. Tap Finish. Once your RAS connection is established you can configure your MobilePro to send and receive email through your RAS. Follow the instructions in “Sending and Receiving Email” and “Activating a Connection,” later in this chapter, to send and receive email through your RAS.
! Enter ISP information as follows: — POP3 Host — ISP POP3 Host name — User ID — Your user id — Password — Your password, if required — SMTP Host — SMTP Host name — Return Address — Your email address (if in a UNIX environment ) ! Enter RAS (Exchange server) information as follows: — POP3 Host — Exchange server name — User ID — Domain\your user id\exchange alias — Password — Your password, if required — SMTP Host — Exchange server name — Return Address — Your email address (if in a UN
3. Tap Services (again, if necessary) and tap Connect. The connection dialog box displays and may prompt you to enter a password. Otherwise, the connection dialog box displays the connection progress and indicates when the connection is successful. 4. Enter your password, if required. Once the connection is established, you are ready to send and receive email.
A Troubleshooting Your NEC MobilePro is designed to provide many hours of service while you are at home or on the road. For optimum performance, frequently back up and synchronize the MobilePro data with your host PC. Then if something happens, most of your data is still available. If you have problems, check the information in the following table for possible solutions. Troubleshooting Problem Resolution The MobilePro has no power. Check the main battery. Nothing appears on the screen.
Troubleshooting Problem Resolution A low battery message appears. Recharge the main battery. When using a PC card, such as a modem, the unit powers off. Connect the AC adapter to the unit when using PC cards that require large amounts of energy. The AC adapter doesn't work. Make sure that the main battery is installed. Check that the AC adapter connections are secure. Verify that the AC outlet being used is working. Do this by plugging in another electric device, such as a lamp.
Troubleshooting Problem Resolution The touch screen does not respond. Press Ctrl Alt = to calibrate the stylus input. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the recalibration procedure. Reset the unit. The soft reset button does not respond. Remove the main battery. Reinstall the battery and make sure it is seated properly. Try resetting the unit again. If the soft reset button on the bottom of the unit does not respond, use the full reset button inside the battery bay.
B Specifications The following specifications are standard except where noted. Display 8.1-inch, 640 x 240, 64K color, liquid crystal display (LCD), with backlight, touch screen CPU NEC VR4121, 168-MHz processor, optimized for Windows CE User Data Entry Methods ! 79-key QWERTY keyboard with stylus ! 17.
! Baud rate — FIR 4 Mbps maximum ! Distance — 2 to 20 inches Serial Interface Baud rate — 115.2 Kbps maximum I/O Ports ! Serial port (Direct Cable connection) ! IrDA port ! VGA port (output) ! Earphone Microphone ! Modem port ! Power port (DC in) ! Data — V. 90, 56 Kbps (AT command) ! Fax — 14.4 Kbps (Fax control command Class I) Modem Note Download speed is limited to 53 Kbps. Upload speed is limited to 33.6 Kbps. Actual speeds may vary depending upon line conditions.
! Main battery — One rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack (included). ! Memory backup — Approximately 7 days (with depleted main battery) at ambient temperature of 73ºF (23ºC). Note The period for safe memory backup can vary with ambient temperature and other factors. Always make sure your MobilePro is powered off before you store it, and always recharge your MobilePro as soon as possible after depleting the main battery.
Dimensions ! 9.64 in. (w) x 5.2 in. (d) x 1.13 in. (h) ! 245 mm (w) x 132 mm (d) x 28.8 mm (h) ! 1.69 lb. (with battery) ! 770 grams (with battery) Weight Operating Environment ! Temperature — 32º to 104ºF (0º to 40ºC) ! Humidity — 35% to 85% (No condensation) Storage Environment ! Temperature — 14º to 140ºF (–10º to 60ºC) ! Humidity — 35% to 85% (No condensation) Available Options (for U.S.
Note If you purchased this computer outside the U.S. and Canada please contact your local NEC dealer about the options available for your computer.
Regulatory Statements for U.S. and Canada The following regulatory statements include the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Radio Frequency Interference Statement, the Note for Canada, battery disposal and replacement information, and the Declaration of Conformity. FCC Statement for United States Only Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
FCC PART 68 This equipment complies with Part 68 of the FCC rules. On the bottom of this equipment is a label that contains, among other information, the FCC registration number and ringer equivalence number (REN) for this equipment. If requested, this information must be provided to the telephone company. All applicable registration jack USCOs, any facility interface codes and service order codes associated with the service of the equipment must be connected.
The Telephone Consumer Protection Act of 1991 makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electric device to send any message via a telephone fax machine unless such message clearly contains in a margin at the top or bottom of each transmitted page or on the first page of the transmission, the date and time it is sent and an identification of the business or other entity, or other individual sending the message and the telephone number of the sending machine or such business, other entity, o
IC CS-03 Note The Industry Canada label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements as prescribed in the appropriate Terminal Equipment Technical Requirements document. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user's satisfaction.
Note for Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de la classe B repecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada. FCC WARNING Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Battery Disposal The main battery is a Lithium-Ion battery. The sub-battery is a Lithium-Vanadium battery. Do not place used batteries in your regular trash. The incineration, landfilling, or mixing of batteries with the municipal solid waste stream is prohibited by law in most areas. Contact your local waste management officials for other information regarding the environmentally sound collection, recycling, and disposal of used batteries. If you purchased or are using this computer outside of the U.S.
Regulatory Statements for Europe Products with the CE marking comply with both the Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (89/336/EEC) and the Low Voltage Directive (72/23/EEC) – modified by the Directive 96/68/EEC – issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Battery Disposal The main battery is a Lithium-Ion battery. The sub-battery is a Lithium-Vanadium battery. Do not place used batteries in your regular trash. The incineration, landfilling, or mixing of batteries with the municipal solid waste stream is prohibited by law in most areas. Contact your local waste management officials for other information regarding the environmentally sound collection, recycling and disposal of used batteries.
NEC Computers Inc. NEC Computers International B.V. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We, the Responsible Party NEC Computers Inc. 15 Business Park Way Sacramento, CA 95828 NEC Computers International B.V. Nieuweweg 279 PO Box 337 6603 BN Wijchen Netherlands declare that the product NEC MobilePro 790 is in conformity with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Index A AC adapter, 1-8 connecting, 1-8 AC power port, 2-6 Accessories, 1-5, B-4 Activating a connection, 5-6 Adjusting MobilePro settings, 4-9 panel brightness, 4-3 Auto Suspend, 4-4 Available options, B-4 B Backing up and restoring data, 3-8 Backlight settings, 4-4 Battery determining status, 2-10 installing and charging, 1-5 precautions, 2-14 recharging, 2-10 release latch, 2-8 removing and inserting, 2-12 replacement, 2-12 C Caring for the MobilePro, 2-14 CompactFlash cards inserting, 4-14 removing, 4
Function keys, 4-8 G Getting help, 1-23 I Infrared port enabling, 1-17 host PC, 1-17 NEC MobilePro, 1-17 Inserting CompactFlash cards, 4-14 PC cards, 4-12 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync, 1-14, 1-18 Installing Microsoft ActiveSync Windows NT, 1-14 Internal FlashROM, 4-20 IR port, 2-5 K Keyboard, 2-3 application shortcut keys, 4-6 brightness keys, 4-6 control keys, 4-6 cursor control keys, 4-6 using, 4-5 Windows key, 4-6 L Lithium-Ion battery, 2-8 M Microphone, 2-4 MobilePro power management, 2-11 setti
battery, B-3 CompactFlash card slot, B-2 CPU, B-1 dimensions, B-4 display panel, B-1 I/O ports, B-2 infrared (IR) port, B-1 modem, B-2 operating environment, B-4 PC card slot, B-2 RAM, B-1 ROM, B-1 serial, B-2 speaker, B-1 storage environment, B-4 weight, B-4 Status LEDs, 2-4 Storage requirements, 2-16 Suspend, 4-4 switch, 2-3, 2-4 Synchronizing after rebooting host PC, 1-21 after resetting MobilePro, 1-21 System features back, 2-4 bottom, 2-7 front, 2-2 keyboard panel and base unit, 2-3 left, 2-5 right, 2-
