5 Learn the basics

Get started with your HP iPAQ by learning the basic functions such as knowing the Today screen, entering text, and synchronizing data.

The Today screen

The Today screen displays the date and time and provides a quick status of the upcoming appointments, your current profile, and the number of unread text messages. At the top of the Today screen, connectivity icons, volume indicator, battery indicator, and clock are displayed.

To customize the Today screen:

1.Tap Start > Settings > Personal > Today.

2.On the Appearance tab, select the required theme for the background of the Today screen.

3.On the Items tab, select the items to appear on the Today screen.

TIP: To move the order in which the items appear, tap Start > Settings > Personal > Today. On the Items tab, tap Move Up or Move Down.

NOTE: There are two default softkeys on the bottom of the Today screen: Messaging and

HP Shortcuts. On the Today screen, the Messaging softkey is also the Notification softkey. Any type of alert, such as a meeting reminder, is displayed on the Today screen as a notification.

Enter text

Based on your preference, you can use the on-screen keypad or a handwriting recognition feature such as Block Recognizer, Keyboard, Letter Recognizer, or Transcriber to enter text.

NOTE: Transcriber is not available in all countries/regions.

To enter text:

1.Tap Start > Settings > Personal > Input.

2.On the Input method tab, select a text input method and change options as appropriate.

3.Tap ok.

You can now go to a program (such as Notes) and start entering text.

Text-Input Method

Definition

 

 

Block Recognizer

Use a single stroke to write letters, numbers, symbols, and

 

punctuation marks that get converted into typed text.

 

 

Keyboard

Tap keys on the keyboard to enter text.

 

 

Letter Recognizer

Write individual letters, numbers, and punctuation marks that

 

are converted into typed text.

 

 

Transcriber

Write in cursive, print, or mixed handwriting (consisting of both

 

cursive and print), and convert your writing into typed text.

 

 

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612 specifications

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The HP 612 utilizes advanced inkjet technology, which contributes to its high-quality printing results. With a maximum resolution of up to 4800 x 1200 dpi, users can expect vibrant colors and sharp text in every printout. This makes it suitable for a range of applications, from professional documents to high-resolution photos.

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