Using AvantGo Channels | Compaq iPAQ H3000 manual

Channels

Channels are websites designed specifically for offline viewing on your iPAQ H3000. You can subscribe to two types of channels at no fee: AvantGo Channels (Available for English operating systems only.) and mobile channels.

Using AvantGo Channels*

* Available for English operating systems only.

AvantGo is a free interactive service that gives you access to personalized content and thousands of popular websites. Unlike mobile channels, you can subscribe to AvantGo channels directly from your iPAQ H3000. Then, you synchronize your iPAQ H3000 and computer or connect to the Internet to download the content. For more information, visit http://avantgo.com/help.

To sign up for AvantGo:

1.Add the Mobile Application Link information type to ActiveSync by installing it from the AvantGo folder in the Extras folder on the ActiveSync CD.

2.Tap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites in Pocket Internet Explorer on your iPAQ H3000.

3.Tap the AvantGo Channels link.

4.Tap the Activate button.

5.Follow the directions on the screen. You will need to synchronize your iPAQ H3000 with your computer then tap the My Channels button to complete the AvantGo setup.

When synchronization is complete, tap the AvantGo Channels link in your list of favorites to see a few of the most popular channels. To add or remove channels, tap the Add or Remove link.

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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 Started Where to Find Information Customer Registration Symbols and Conventions How to Transfer Palm-size PC Data Front Panel Components Basic Skills Information, see Getting Conected Bottom Edge Components Mation, see Reset the iPAQ H3000 and Clear Cradle and AC Adapter Power source Recharging the Battery To add a Compaq iPAQ Expansion Pack Compaq iPAQ Expansion Pack SystemTo view the Expansion Pack properties To remove a Compaq iPAQ Expansion Pack Compaq iPAQ CF Card Expansion PackTo insert a CompactFlash card To remove a CompactFlash card Guidelines for Using CompactFlash Cards Stylus Today Screen Programs Contacts CalendarInbox Infrared Navigation Bar and Command Bar Notifications Pop-up Menus Enter Information on Your iPAQ Typing Using the Input Panel To use Character Recognizer To type with the soft keyboardTo select typed text To write on the screen Writing on the ScreenTo select writing Tap Tools then Recognize To convert writing to text Or, tap the word you want to use To create a drawing Drawing on the ScreenTo select a drawing To create a recording Recording a Message Find Information Adjusting SettingsCustomize Your iPAQ H3000 Cally adjusts the recording volume Setting a PasswordTap , Settings, then Password Description To add programs Adding or Removing ProgramsTo add a program to the Start menu Using ActiveSync on the computer Using File Explorer on your iPAQTo remove programs Tap Remove Programs on the System tab To display the Power control panel PowerTo set the power off timer Tap , Settings, System, then Power To set the backlight to reverse Adjusting the Backlight QStart To adjust the backlight time-outTap , Programs then QStart Task Management QUtilities and QMenuTap , Programs then QMenu Self Test File Explorer To read the Self Test log file on your computer Tap , Settings, System, then Sounds & Reminders Controlling VolumeContrast To perform a backup Backup and Restore DataSaving Contacts Backing up Data to a CF Card Tap Restore from CF To restore a backup onto your iPAQ Pocket PC Microsoft 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 Requests Tap to see additional phone num- bers and e-mail addresses Contacts Tracking Friends and Colleagues To 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 Inbox Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages Connecting Directly to an E-mail ServerSynchronizing E-mail Messages Select the service and folder you want to display Using the Message List 16Microsoft Pocket Outlook To compose an e-mail message Composing E-mail Messages Folder behavior with ActiveSync Managing E-mail Messages and Folders Pocket Word Companion Programs 2Companion Programs Typing Mode Writing Mode Recording Mode Drawing Mode Pocket Excel Tips for Working in Pocket Excel Microsoft Money To create a new account Getting StartedTo 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 PC What is Packaged Content? Microsoft Reader Using the Playlist Manager Getting Books on Your iPAQ H3000 Using the LibraryReading a Book Using Reader Features Pocket Streets Installing Pocket StreetsRemoving a Book Getting Maps on Your iPAQ H3000 Viewing Maps Creating Map and Pushpin Files for Your iPAQ H3000Click Create Map For Pocket Streets on the Tools menu Mobile Favorites Folder Pocket Internet ExplorerFavorite Links To create a mobile favorite Mobile FavoritesTo save iPAQ H3000 memory Channels Using AvantGo ChannelsTo sign up for AvantGo Use Pocket Internet Explorer Using Mobile Channels To view mobile favorites and channels Automatically To browse the Web Getting Connected To send information Transfer Items Using InfraredTo receive information Tap , Programs, then Infrared Receive To create a modem connection to an ISP Connect 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 End a Connection To set up a e-mail serviceConnect Directly to an E-mail Server Inbox Sending and Receiving E-mail Messages in Chapter Get Help on Connecting Reset the iPAQ H3000 and Clear Memory Tips and TroubleshootingResetting the iPAQ Clearing memory Use external power whenever possible Battery Loses PowerShorten auto-suspend time If You Run Out of iPAQ H3000 Memory If You Forget Your PasswordTurn off sounds you don’t need Turn off notification light Storage memory Screen is Blank Screen Freezes or Responds SlowlyScreen is Dark Program memory Screen is Hard to Read Infrared IR Connection ProblemsInaccurate Response to Stylus Taps Slow or No Response Can’t dial out Modem Connection Problems Connection is unreliable Can dial out but can’t make a proper connection Cable Connection Problems Network Connection Problems Battery Guidelines Routine MaintenanceRoutine Care International Travel Travel GuidelinesShipping Guidelines Character Recognizer Appendix b 2Character Recognizer Character Recognizer 4Character Recognizer Regulatory Agency Identification Numbers Regulatory Notices Modifications Federal Communications Commission NoticeCables Canadian Notice Battery WarningAvis Canadien European Union Notice Power Cords System Specifications Hardware Specifications Operating Environment Physical Specifications