Compaq iPAQ H3000 manual Battery Loses Power, Use external power whenever possible

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3. Close the Battery On/Off door using the stylus.

NOTE: Use CF Backup/Restore or ActiveSync to keep a backup of your iPAQ data so that if you need to clear memory, you can restore the data on your iPAQ. For more information, see “Backup and Restore Data” in Chapter 2, and ActiveSync Help on the computer.

Battery Loses Power

When the battery is low, you will see a battery icon in the status bar of the Today screen. Recharge a low battery as soon as possible. If your iPAQ H3000 shuts down, you still have about 24 hours to recharge the battery before you lose the data on your Pocket PC.

Letting the battery fully discharge has the same effect as clearing memory: all data is lost and your iPAQ H3000 returns to its factory settings. If your iPAQ H3000 shuts down, you should recharge the battery within 24 hours.

You want your iPAQ H3000 battery charge to last as long as possible, especially when you’re on the road. Under normal conditions, you can get many hours of use from a full charge. The following tips to help you get the most from them:

Use external power whenever possible

Use the AC adapter to plug your iPAQ H3000 into external power whenever possible, especially when:

•Establishing a remote connection (some modems use a lot of power).

•Using the backlight feature of your iPAQ H3000 display.

•Connecting to a computer.

•Playing audio files for extended periods.

Shorten auto-suspend time

While on battery power, your iPAQ H3000 automatically suspends operation if you haven’t touched the hardware buttons or used the stylus for three minutes. Maximize bat- tery life by shortening the time. Press the QMenu button, then press Power, and adjust the On battery power setting.

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Contents Ipaq H3000 Pocket PC IPAQ H3000 Pocket PC Reference Guide Table of Contents Microsoft ActiveSync Microsoft Pocket Outlook Appendix B Character Recognizer B-1 Appendix C Regulatory Notices C-1 Welcome Getting StartedWhere to Find Information Customer Registration Symbols and ConventionsHow to Transfer Palm-size PC Data Front Panel Components Basic SkillsInformation, see Getting Conected Bottom Edge Components Mation, see Reset the iPAQ H3000 and ClearCradle and AC Adapter Power source Recharging the BatteryCompaq iPAQ Expansion Pack System To add a Compaq iPAQ Expansion PackTo view the Expansion Pack properties Compaq iPAQ CF Card Expansion Pack To remove a Compaq iPAQ Expansion PackTo insert a CompactFlash card To remove a CompactFlash card Guidelines for Using CompactFlash CardsStylus Today Screen Programs Infrared CalendarContacts InboxNavigation Bar and Command Bar Notifications Pop-up MenusEnter Information on Your iPAQ Typing Using the Input PanelTo type with the soft keyboard To use Character RecognizerTo select typed text Writing on the Screen To write on the screenTo select writing Tap Tools then Recognize To convert writing to textOr, tap the word you want to use Drawing on the Screen To create a drawingTo select a drawing To create a recording Recording a MessageAdjusting Settings Find InformationCustomize Your iPAQ H3000 Description Setting a PasswordCally adjusts the recording volume Tap , Settings, then PasswordAdding or Removing Programs To add programsTo add a program to the Start menu Tap Remove Programs on the System tab Using File Explorer on your iPAQUsing ActiveSync on the computer To remove programsTap , Settings, System, then Power PowerTo display the Power control panel To set the power off timerTo set the backlight to reverse Adjusting the BacklightTo adjust the backlight time-out QStartTap , Programs then QStart QUtilities and QMenu Task ManagementTap , Programs then QMenu Self Test File ExplorerTo read the Self Test log file on your computer Controlling Volume Tap , Settings, System, then Sounds & RemindersContrast Backing up Data to a CF Card Backup and Restore DataTo perform a backup Saving ContactsTap Restore from CF To restore a backup onto your iPAQ Pocket PCMicrosoft Activesync 2Microsoft ActiveSync Microsoft Pocket Outlook Calendar Scheduling Appointments and Meetings To create an appointment Using the Summary Screen To schedule a meeting Creating Meeting RequestsTap to see additional phone num- bers and e-mail addresses Contacts Tracking Friends and ColleaguesTo create a contact 8Microsoft Pocket Outlook Tasks Keeping a To Do List To create a task Microsoft Pocket Outlook 12Microsoft Pocket Outlook To create a note Connecting Directly to an E-mail Server Inbox Sending and Receiving E-mail MessagesSynchronizing E-mail Messages Select the service and folder you want to display Using the Message List16Microsoft Pocket Outlook To compose an e-mail message Composing E-mail MessagesFolder behavior with ActiveSync Managing E-mail Messages and FoldersPocket Word Companion Programs2Companion Programs Typing Mode Writing Mode Recording Mode Drawing ModePocket Excel Tips for Working in Pocket Excel Microsoft MoneyGetting Started To create a new accountTo navigate within Microsoft Money Using the Account Register Entering Transactions Entering and Tracking Investments Windows Media Player for Pocket PC Using Windows Media Manager for Pocket PCWhat is Packaged Content? Microsoft Reader Using the Playlist ManagerUsing the Library Getting Books on Your iPAQ H3000Reading a Book Using Reader Features Getting Maps on Your iPAQ H3000 Installing Pocket StreetsPocket Streets Removing a BookCreating Map and Pushpin Files for Your iPAQ H3000 Viewing MapsClick Create Map For Pocket Streets on the Tools menu Pocket Internet Explorer Mobile Favorites FolderFavorite Links Mobile Favorites To create a mobile favoriteTo save iPAQ H3000 memory Using AvantGo Channels ChannelsTo sign up for AvantGo Use Pocket Internet Explorer Using Mobile ChannelsTo view mobile favorites and channels Automatically To browse the WebGetting Connected Tap , Programs, then Infrared Receive Transfer Items Using InfraredTo send information To receive informationConnect to an ISP To create a modem connection to an ISPTap New connection Connect to Your Network To create a modem connection to a network To create an Ethernet connection to a network To set up a e-mail service End a ConnectionConnect Directly to an E-mail Server Inbox Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages in Chapter Get Help on ConnectingTips and Troubleshooting Reset the iPAQ H3000 and Clear MemoryResetting the iPAQ Clearing memory Battery Loses Power Use external power whenever possibleShorten auto-suspend time Turn off notification light If You Forget Your PasswordIf You Run Out of iPAQ H3000 Memory Turn off sounds you don’t needStorage memory Program memory Screen Freezes or Responds SlowlyScreen is Blank Screen is DarkSlow or No Response Infrared IR Connection ProblemsScreen is Hard to Read Inaccurate Response to Stylus TapsCan’t dial out Modem Connection ProblemsConnection is unreliable Can dial out but can’t make a proper connectionCable Connection Problems Network Connection ProblemsRoutine Maintenance Battery GuidelinesRoutine Care Travel Guidelines International TravelShipping Guidelines Character Recognizer Appendix b2Character Recognizer Character Recognizer 4Character Recognizer Regulatory Agency Identification Numbers Regulatory NoticesFederal Communications Commission Notice ModificationsCables European Union Notice Battery WarningCanadian Notice Avis CanadienPower Cords System Specifications Hardware SpecificationsOperating Environment Physical Specifications