Asus MyPal A600 User Manual Page 1

MyPal A600User’s Manual

1-6Chapter 1Setting up MyPalPlacing on the cradleConnecting the AC adapter• Connect the AC adapter cable to the connector at the back of the cradle.Co

7-4Chapter 7Connecting through a modemTo create a modem connection to an ISP:1. Obtain the following information from your ISP: ISP dial-up accesstel

Get connected7-5To start the connection, simply start using one of the following programs.Your device will automatically begin connecting. Once connec

7-6Chapter 7Connect to workIf you have access to a network at work, you can send e-mail messages,view intranet pages, synchronize your device, and pos

Get connected7-79. Select other desired options, and tap Finish.10. In the Dialing Locations tab, specify your current location and phonetype (most ph

7-8Chapter 76. Tap , Settings, Connections tab, and Connections. From Mynetwork card connects to list, select Work.7. If you want to synchronize your

Get connected7-9Connect directly to an e-mail serverYou can set up a connection to an e-mail server so that you can send andreceive e-mail messages us

7-10Chapter 7

NoticesA-1AppendixNotices

A-2AppendixFederal Communications Commission StatementThis device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subject to the following twoconditions

NoticesA-3UL Safety NoticesRequired for UL 1459 covering telecommunications (telephone) equipment intended to beelectrically connected to a telecommun

Get started!1-7Charging the batteryYour device includes a rechargeableLithium Polymer battery. You must chargethe battery before using the device the

A-4Appendix

1-8Chapter 1Basic screens on MyPalToday screenNormally, the Today screen appears when you turn on your device for thefirst time each day.NOTE When the

Get started!1-9Navigation Bar screenOn top of the Today screen is the Navigation bar. This bar includes the icon, speaker icon, current time, and any

1-10Chapter 1Pop-up menusWith the pop-up menus, you can easily choose an action for an item. Forexample, you can use the pop-up menu in Tasks to delet

Learn the basics2-1Chapter 2Learn the basics♦♦♦♦♦ Entering information ... 2-2Entering text using the Input P

2-2Chapter 2Entering informationYou can enter information in your device.• Use the input panel to enter text using the soft keyboard or the Letterreco

Learn the basics2-3When you use the Input Panel and the soft keyboard, your deviceanticipates the word you are typing and displays it above the Input

2-4Chapter 2To use Block Recognizer:With the Block Recognizer, you can input character strokes that are similarto those use on other devices.1. Tap th

Learn the basics2-5Writing on the screenIn any program that accepts writing, such as the Notes program, and in theNotes tab in Calendar, Contacts, and

iiCopyright © 2002 ASUSTeK COMPUTER INC. All Rights Reserved.No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may bereprod

2-6Chapter 2To edit your writing:1. Tap and hold the stylus next to the text that you wish to select until theinsertion point appears.2. Without lifti

Learn the basics2-7If the conversion is incorrect, you can select different words from a list ofalternates or return to the original writing.1. Tap an

2-8Chapter 2Drawing on the screenYou can draw on th screen in the same way that you write on the screen.The difference between writing and drawing on

Learn the basics2-9Recording a messageIn any program where you can write or draw on the screen, you can alsoquickly capture thoughts, reminders, and p

2-10Chapter 2Using a preset messageWhen using Inbox or MSN Messenger, use My Text to quickly insert presetor frequently used messages into the text en

Learn the basics2-11Finding and organizing informationThe Find feature on your device helps you quickly locate information.To find information:1. Tap

2-12Chapter 2Customizing your deviceYou can customize your device by adjusting the settings and installingadditional software.Adjusting settingsYou ca

Learn the basics2-13Adding or removing programsPrograms added to your device at the factory are stored in ROM (Read-Only Memory). You cannot remove th

2-14Chapter 25. Double-click the *.exe file.• If the file is an installer, the installation wizard begins. Follow thedirections on the screen. Once th

Learn the basics2-15To add a program to the Start menu:1. Tap , tap Settings, tap Menus, tap the Start Menu tab, and tap thecheck box for the progra

iiiContents at a glanceThis user’s manual contains the information you need to efficiently useASUS MyPal A600 Pocket PC.• Chapter 1 - Get started!This

2-16Chapter 2ASUS utilitiesBesides the Microsoft program that allow you back up the data, yourdevice also includes a proprietary ASUS utilities. The A

Learn the basics2-171. Return to the ASUS programsscreen and tap the ASUSBackup icon.2. Tap the Backup tab on the ASUSBackup screen.3. Tap All Data bu

2-18Chapter 26. When the backup process iscomplete, the screen displays themessage “Complete” and the totalsize of the backed up files.In case the pro

Learn the basics2-19NOTE See the online help on your device for online instructions toback up or restore data.If you checked the box UserDefined Folde

2-20Chapter 2Restoring dataTo restore all data from the memory card:1. Tap , then tap Programs.NOTE You need to insert the SD memory card that conta

Learn the basics2-211. On the ASUS Backup screen, tapPIM Data.2. When prompted, select SD Cardor CF card where you stored yourbackup file.Tapping Canc

2-22Chapter 2Tap the Mode tab to display therunning mode of the CPU.The Turbo Mode allows better CPUperformance. In this mode, the CPUspeed goes up t

Learn the basics2-23The Power Saving Mode sets the CPU to a fixed speed of 100MHz. Setto this mode when using text based applications such as Word, Ex

2-24Chapter 2Tap the AGC tab to adjust thesettings for the microphone sensitivityand automatic gain control (AGC).The AGC features allows you toadjust

Learn the basics2-25Tap the Autorun tab to select thesource devices to execute theautorun program.You may select SD Card or CF card,or both.To select

ivMyPal A600 specificationsMyPal A600 packageYour package includes several accessories for the Pocket PC. Afterunpacking, check the items against the

2-26Chapter 2

Microsoft® ActiveSync®3-1Chapter 3Microsoft® ActiveSync®♦♦♦♦♦ Introduction... 3-2What is Activ

3-2Chapter 3IntroductionWhat is ActiveSync®?The Microsoft® ActiveSync® is one of the important bundled programs inMyPal. With ActiveSync, you can sync

Microsoft® ActiveSync®3-3Installing ActiveSync®The ActiveSync program is already installed on your device. Tosynchronize information on your device wi

3-4Chapter 34. Read the Overview before installing ActiveSync 3.5 to make sure thatyou perform the installation sequence correctly.5. Click Download C

Microsoft® ActiveSync®3-5Synchronizing your deviceConnecting your device to a computerTo connect your device to your computer:1. Place the device on t

3-6Chapter 3Setting up a partnershipImmediately after you have completed the installation, the NewPartnership wizard will start automatically to help

Microsoft® ActiveSync®3-7Initiating synchronizationOnce you have set up ActiveSync and completed the first synchronizationprocess, you can initiate sy

3-8Chapter 3Synchronization optionsThe Microsoft ActiveSync program allows you to customize yoursynchronization settings at any time. You can select t

Microsoft® ActiveSync®3-9To set synchronization schedule:1. Click on the Schedule tab.2. Select your desiredsynchronization schedule.3. Click OK when

Get started!1-1Chapter 1Get started!♦♦♦♦♦ Introducing MyPal ... 1-1Front features...

3-10Chapter 3

Microsoft® Pocket Outlook4-1Chapter 4Microsoft® Pocket Outlook♦♦♦♦♦ Introduction... 4-2♦♦♦♦♦ C

4-2Chapter 4IntroductionMicrosoft® Pocket Outlook includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Inbox, andNotes. You can use these programs individually or toge

Microsoft® Pocket Outlook4-3Creating appointmentsTo create an appointment:1. If you are in Day or Week view, tap your desired date for theappointment,

4-4Chapter 4Using the summary screenWhen you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen isdisplayed. To change the appointment, tap Edit.Creatin

Microsoft® Pocket Outlook4-5Contacts: Tracking friends andcolleaguesContacts maintains a list of your friends and colleagues so that you caneasily fi

4-6Chapter 4Creating contactsTo create a contact:1. Tap , then tap Contacts.2. Tap New to display a blank contact form.3. Using the input panel, ent

Microsoft® Pocket Outlook4-7Finding a contactThere are four ways to find a contact.• In the contact list, enter a contact name in the box under the na

4-8Chapter 4Tasks: Keeping a to do listUse Tasks ot keep track of what you have to do.Creating tasksTo create a task:1. Tap , then tap Tasks.2. Tap

Microsoft® Pocket Outlook4-93. Using the input panel, enter a description.4. You can enter a start date and due date or enter other information bytapp

1-2Chapter 1Introducing MyPalThe ASUS® MyPal A600 is truly a good companion wherever you go.Powered by a 400MHz Intel® PXA250 processor, equipped with

4-10Chapter 4Notes: Capturing thoughts andideasQuickly capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, and phone numbers withNotes. You can create a written note

Microsoft® Pocket Outlook4-11Creating notesTo create a note:1. Tap , then tap Notes.2. Tap New to display a blank note.3. Create your note by writin

4-12Chapter 4Inbox: Sending and receiving e-mailmessagesUse Inbox to send and receive e-mail messages in one of these ways:• Synchronize e-mail messa

Microsoft® Pocket Outlook4-13Connecting directly to an e-mail serverIn addition to synchronizing e-mail messages with your desktop computer,you can se

4-14Chapter 4Using the message listMessages you receive are displayed in the message list. By default, themost recently received messages are displaye

Microsoft® Pocket Outlook4-15When you connect to your e-mail server or synchronize with your desktopcomputer, by default, you will receive messages fr

4-16Chapter 4Composing messagesTo compose a message:1. Tap New.2. In the To field, enter an e-mail or SMS address of one or morerecipients, separating

Microsoft® Pocket Outlook4-17Managing e-mail messages and foldersThe behavior of the folders you create depends on whether you are usingActiveSync, SM

4-18Chapter 4

Companion programs5-1Chapter 5Companion programs♦♦♦♦♦ Pocket Word... 5-2Creating Pocket Word do

Get started!1-3Side features• Charging status LED - lights up orange when the battery is charging;lights up green when the battery is fully charged.•

5-2Chapter 5The companion programs consist of Microsoft® Pocket Word, Microsoft®Pocket Excel, Microsoft® Money, Windows Media™ Player for Pocket PC,an

Companion programs5-3Saving Pocket Word documentsTo save a Word document:When you have finished editing your document, tap OK.The document is saved us

5-4Chapter 5To specify save options:1. With the document open, tapTools.2. From the pop-up menu, tap SaveDocument As... to display theSave As screen.3

Companion programs5-5Modes of entering informationYou can enter information in Pocket Word in one of four modes (typing,writing, drawing, or recording

5-6Chapter 5Writing modeIn writing mode, use your stylus to write directly on the screen. Ruled linesare displayed as a guide, and the zoom magnificat

Companion programs5-7Drawing modeIn drawing mode, use your stylus to draw on the screen. Gridlines appearas a guide. When you lift your stylus off the

5-8Chapter 5Pocket ExcelPocket Excel works with Microsoft Excel on your desktop computer to giveyou easy access to copies of your workbooks. You can c

Companion programs5-9Saving Pocket Excel documentsTo save an Excel document:When you have finished editing your document, tap OK.By default, your docu

5-10Chapter 5To specify save options:1. With the document open, tapTools.2. From the pop-up menu, tap SaveWorkbook As... to display theSave As screen.

Companion programs5-11Securing your Excel documentIf your workbook contains sensitive or confidental information, you canprotect it with a password.To

1-4Chapter 1Top featuresBottom featuresDC IN• Stylus - used for tapping or writing on the LCD touch screen. Slide outthe stylus from its compartment.

5-12Chapter 5Tips for working in Pocket ExcelTake note of the following when working in large worksheets in PocketExcel:• View in full-screen mode to

Companion programs5-13MSN MessengerMSN Messenger on your device is an instant messaging program thatallows you to:• See who is online• Send and receiv

5-14Chapter 5Working with contactsThe MSN Messenger window shows all of your messenger contacts at aglance, divided into Online and Not Online categor

Companion programs5-15Chatting with contactsTap a contact name to open a chat window. Enter yor message in the textentry area at the bottom of the scr

5-16Chapter 5Windows Media Player for Pocket PCUse Microsoft® Windows Media Player for Pocket PC to play digital audioand video files that are stored

Companion programs5-17Microsoft ReaderUse Microsoft Reader to read eBooks on your device. Download books toyour desktop computer from your favorite eB

5-18Chapter 5Using the LibraryThe Library is your Reader home page. It displays a list of all books storedon your device or storage card.To open the l

Companion programs5-19Reading a bookEach book consists of a cover page, and optional table of contents, andthe pages of the book. Navigation options a

5-20Chapter 5Using Reader featuresReading a book electronically gives you several options not available withpaper books. These options are available f

Pocket Internet Explorer6-1Chapter 6Pocket Internet Explorer♦♦♦♦♦ Introduction... 6-2♦♦♦♦♦ The

Get started!1-5Cradle featuresYour standard package includes the cradle for MyPal. The cradle hasthree connectors.• Device connector - holds the devic

6-2Chapter 6IntroductionUse Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer to view Web or WAP pages in anyof these ways.• During synchronization with your desktop

Pocket Internet Explorer6-3To create a mobile favorite:1. In Internet Explorer on your desktop computer, click Tools then CreateMobile Favorite.2. To

6-4Chapter 6Using AvantGo ChannelsAvantGo is a free interactive service that gives you access to personalizedcontent and thousands of popular Web site

Pocket Internet Explorer6-5Using Pocket Internet ExplorerYou can use Pocket Internet Explorer to browse mobile favorites andchannels that have been do

6-6Chapter 6Viewing mobile favorites and channelsTo view mobile favorites and channels:1. Tap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites.2

Pocket Internet Explorer6-7Adding/Deleting mobile favorites and foldersTo add a favorite:1. Tap the Favorites button todisplay your list of favorites.

6-8Chapter 6To add a folder:1. Tap the Favorites button todisplay your list of favorites.2. Tap the Add/Delete button todisplay the Favorites screen.3

Get connected7-1Chapter 7Get connected♦♦♦♦♦ Introduction... 7-2♦♦♦♦♦ Transfer items using infr

7-2Chapter 7IntroductionYou can use your device to exchange information with other mobiledevices as well as your desktop computer, a network, or the I

Get connected7-3Transfer items using infraredUsing infrared (IR), you can send and receive information, such ascontacts and appointments, between two