Using the Keyboard, Microsoft ActiveSync | Hand Held Products 7450

Software Communication Programs

Microsoft ActiveSync

In the Dolphin 7400/7450 development environment, Microsoft® ActiveSync® is a tool for developers. It allows Pocket PC devices like the 7400/7450 to connect to and exchange data with a desktop computer.

RAS

Short for Remote Access Services, a feature built into Windows NT® that enables users to log into an NT-based LAN using a modem, X.25 connection or WAN link. RAS is fully supported and allows the use of PPP or SLIP connections for network connectivity.

Using the Keyboard

Using the Special Keys

The Dolphin 7400 and 7450 keyboards have special keys and key combinations that you use to type characters or perform functions. See the chart in Appendix A for key combinations for keyboard functions and special characters that use these keys.

Shift Key	Escape Key
Shift Key
ON/Scan Key
	Tab Key
Number Lock
Key	Enter Key
	Enter Key
Enter Key	Backlight Key
Cursor Keys	Alt Key
Control Key
Blue Modifier Key	Red Modifier Key
Blue Modifier Key

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Contents

User’s Guide Trademarks PatentsDisclaimer Table of Contents Using the Dolphin 7400/7450 Mobile Computer Communications Dolphin QuadCharger Appendix a Page Introduction Additional Features Batch Terminals Required Safety Labels If Your Dolphin 7400/7450 has a Wlan Radio Dolphin 7400/7450 RF Terminal with Cisco FCC Compliance Dolphin 7400/7450 Batch TerminalCanadian Compliance Parameter Specification Regulatory and Safety Agency Approvals Dolphin 7400/7450 RF Cisco 352 R&TTE Compliance Statement BatteriesMicrowaves Care and Cleaning of the Dolphin Page Getting Started Accessories for the Dolphin 7400/7450Dolphin 7400 Models and Options Laser Engine Options and Symbologies Supported Bar Code Symbologies SupportedUsing Dolphin 7400/7450 for the First Time Unpack the Carton and Check Its Contents Removing the Battery Pack Charging the Main Battery and Backup BatteryInstalling the Battery Pack Turning the Dolphin On And Off For the First Time Do not Press ANY Keys While the Terminal is Booting UP Waking the Dolphin From Sleep Mode Stylus Properties Screen Setting the Date/Time Installing DetectoidPC Setting Up Communications with DetectoidUsing DetectoidPC and DetectoidCE Page DetectoidCE Verifying that Dolphin 7400/7450 is Working Properly Configuring the ModemTouchscreen-equipped terminals Resetting the Dolphin Warm Boot Resetting the Dolphin Cold BootTerminals without touchscreens Page Dolphin 7400/7450 Overview System Features LEDs Front Panel FeaturesVGA Display ON/SCAN Key Audio SignalsCursor Keys Keyboard Dolphin Back Panel FeaturesImage Engine Battery Charging Contacts Battery WellLaser Engine Hand Strap Rubber Nose Scan Trigger Communication Power Internal NiHM Backup Battery Managing Battery PowerMain Battery Pack Batteries Checking Battery Power Setting Critical and Low Battery PointsServicing the Battery Pack Storing Batteries Charging the Battery Pack Entering Text Using the Input Panel Using the Dolphin 7400/7450 Mobile ComputerEntering Data Using the Soft Keyboard Using the Block Recognizer Using the Letter RecognizerSelecting Text To select writing Writing on the Screen Convert Writing to Text Tips for Getting Good Recognition Drawing on the Screen Selecting a Drawing Using the Image Reader Using My TextVia the Keyboard Reading a Bar code Linear bar code 2D Matrix symbolAiming Options Communication Media Capturing ImagesVia the RS-232 Port Via the IrDA Port Using the Special Keys Using the KeyboardSoftware Communication Programs Microsoft ActiveSync To Use This Cursor Key Press Description Using the Cursor Keys Other Special Keys Using the Modifier KeysKey Combinations Today Screen Today Screen Status Icon Meaning Selecting Programs Pop-up Menus Navigation Bar and Command Bar Finding and Organizing Information Notifications Dolphin 7400/7450 RF Mobile Computer Client Utilities for the Cisco Dsss 802.11b Radio Configuring The Dolphin 7400/7450 RF Terminal Configuring the Cisco Dsss Wlan Radio Edit Aironet Client Utility Screen To Add Programs Using ActiveSync Adjusting SettingsCustomizing Your Dolphin 7400/7450 Adding Programs Adding a Program to the Start Menu Using File Explorer on the Dolphin 7400/7450Removing Programs Calendar Applications Entering an Appointment To Create an Appointment Creating Meeting Requests Using the Summary Screen Contacts Creating a Contact To Create a Contact Contacts Summary Screen Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do Tasks Creating a Task To Create a Task Task Summary Screen To Create a Note Inbox Connecting Directly to an E-mail ServerSynchronizing E-mail Messages Using the Message List Viewing a Message Managing E-mail Messages and Folders Composing Messages Folder Behavior with a Direct Connection to an E-mail Server Page Communications Using ActiveSync ActiveSync Get Help on Connecting Transfer Items Using InfraredGetting Connected To send informationPage Mobile Favorites Pocket Internet ExplorerFavorite Links Mobile Favorites Folder Saving Memory on Your Dolphin Mobile Computer Using AvantGo ChannelsTo Sign Up for AvantGo To View Mobile Favorites and Channels Using Pocket Internet ExplorerTo Browse the Internet Page Pocket Word Companion Programs Typing Mode Writing on the Screen in Pocket Word Writing Mode Drawing Mode Tips for Working in Pocket Excel Pocket ExcelPage Dolphin Charging/Communication Cradles Power ConditioningHub of the System Ir/IrDA Optical Communications Dock LED Comm LED Comm LEDDescription Red LED IntelliBase+Green LED Orange LED IntelliBase Back PanelComm LED Description Red LED IntelliBase+ Bottom Panel of IntelliBase USB HomeBase Setting Up For Communications Powering the Dolphin TerminalCharging Additional Battery Packs in the IntelliBase+ Deep-Cycling Batteries Connecting the Cables Installing The Charging/Communication Cradle Select StartActiveSyncToolsOptions Configuring the Dolphin Terminal for Communications Setting Up For Communications With The USB HomeBase Page Communicating with the Dolphin Terminal Desk Mounting Mounting the IntelliBase/USB HomeBaseWall Mounting Page Dolphin QuadCharger Parts and Function Dolphin QuadChargerTop Panel Supplying Power To The QuadCharger Setting Up The QuadChargerInserting and Removing Battery Packs Charging Batteries In The QuadCharger LEDs Status LED Description Problem Issue Troubleshooting Dolphin Mobile Charging/Communication Cradles Front Panel Mobile IntelliBase and Mobile Base Parts and Functions Mobile Base Mounting Bracket Power Supply RS-232 Connector Page Charging a Dolphin Terminal Bottom Panel of Mobile IntelliBase/Mobile Base Mounting the Mobile IntelliBase Spring Arm Assembly Installing The Dolphin Mobile IntelliBase To Attach the Bracket Installing The Dolphin Mobile Base Setting the Baud Rate Connecting the Cables Select StartSettingsControl PanelCommunication Settings Configuring the Dolphin Terminal Limited Warranty Warranty, Support and ServiceHow Problems Should Be Handled Return Information How To Extend Your WarrantyLocations Assistance Online Technical AssistanceNorth America/Canada Europe, Middle East, and AfricaPage Windows Keyboard Shortcuts Appendix aPress Key Alpha/Numeric Keyboard Using the Modifier KeysKey Combination Function/Special Character Blue + SFT + T Blue + SFT + Key Numeric/Alpha Miscellaneous Key Combinations Key Full Alpha NumericKey/Key Combinations Function/Special Characters ALT + 3 + F12 Red key + P F16 Red key + Q F17 Hold the ALT key down as you type in the numbers HHP, Inc