HP rx5900 User's Guide

HP iPAQ

Front Components Component Function(1) Start Menu Button Press to open the Start menu.(2) OK Button Press to close the current window or exit the cur

Back Components Component Function(1) Speaker Use the speaker to get spoken navigation instructions.(2) Battery Cover Release Button Press to remove

Left and Right Side Components Component Function(1) MMCX External Antenna Port Connects to 3V active external GPS antenna.(2) Charging/Communication

Getting Started CD ContentsThe Getting Started CD includes:●Microsoft ActiveSync 4.1 or later●Microsoft Outlook 2002●Additional Product Information●Im

Navigation Quick StartThe Travel Companion can be used as a GPS navigation system right out of the box. The sections thatfollow provide instruction to

5. Replace the cover by first laying the cover on the battery compartment opening, aligning the tabs,and then sliding the cover until it locks into pl

HP Quick Launch is configured by default to be the home screen of the Travel Companion. Switch touse the Today screen as the home screen by tapping Me

2. Attach the power cable to the clips on the back of the Travel Companion holder. Be sure to leaveenough cable to plug into the Travel Companion, and

5. To install the Travel Companion:a. Insert the Travel Companion into the mounted car kit holder (1).b. Insert the securing clip into the slot on the

Using TomTom Navigator 6For more detailed information about TomTom Navigator 6, see the TomTom user guide on the GettingStarted CD.CAUTION Drive with

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Navigate to: Tap to start planning a route.Find alternative: Tap if you want to avoid part of the route, travel by way of a specific location, orcalcu

●Safety preferences: Tap to set the safety preferences such as the safety lock. When you enablethe safety lock, you cannot access all buttons and feat

Travel ToolsWorldMate Standard EditionThe Travel Companion comes preinstalled with WorldMate Standard Edition. This travel assistantprovides a host of

Step 1: Charge the batteryCAUTION To avoid damaging the Travel Companion or the AC adapter, be sure all connectorsare properly aligned before connecti

Use Microsoft ActiveSync to:●Synchronize information between your HP iPAQ and up to two computers or one server so thatthe latest information is in al

Troubleshooting Help for Synchronization IssuesFollowing is a list of symptoms that may indicate synchronization issues are occurring:●No ActiveSync c

●On your personal computer, in ActiveSync, select File > Connection Settings. Confirm that USBis selected as a connection method.●Connect your HP i

4. On the Hint tab, enter a phrase to help you remember your password. Be sure that your hint doesn'tallow others to guess your password. The hin

Icon StatusMicrosoft ActiveSync is synchronizing.Speaker is on.Speaker is off (or in mute position).Battery power is low.Battery power is very low.E-m

*WLAN is available on rx5900 series models only.The iPAQ Wireless screen has two power buttons to turn wireless features on and off. The WLANand Bluet

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Text Input Method DefinitionBlock Recognizer Use a single stroke to write letters, numbers, symbols, and punctuation that are thenconverted into typed

NOTE Enlarge the keys even more by selecting the Use gestures for the following keyscheck box. Fewer keys appear on the keyboard, but you can do gestu

NOTE Be sure to close all running applications before performing a soft reset.To perform a soft reset:1. Locate the recessed Reset button on your HP i

With this new version:●Sync music, playlists, videos, and recorded TV to your HP iPAQ for easy enjoyment on the go.●Automatically convert video and re

Updating a LibraryIn most cases, Windows Media Player 10 Mobile automatically updates your libraries as necessary.However, you can manually update a l

4. Tap E-mail Attachment.5. Tap the Reduce sent photo size to check box and select the reduction percentage desired.6. Tap Next.7. Enter the appropria

3. Tap Menu > Edit.4. Tap Menu > Remove Picture.Assign a Picture to the Today Screen BackgroundYou can set the Today screen background to displa

You can display appointments on the Today screen. If you use Outlook on your personal computer, youcan synchronize appointments between your HP iPAQ a

Tip To have the time entered automatically in Day view, tap the time slot for the newappointment, and tap Menu > New Appointment.Sending a Meeting

If most of the contacts you create have phone numbers that begin with the same area code, in Contacts,tap Menu > Options and enter that area code i

Table of contentsHP iPAQ Product Information GuideWelcome ...

E-mailDifferent Ways to Access E-mail MessagesWhen using Messaging, you can send and receive e-mail messages several ways:●Synchronize Outlook e-mail

6. Enter your name, password, and domain, and then tap Next.7. Select the Save password text box if you want to enable automatic sync.8. To change the

NOTE You can set up several e-mail accounts in addition to your Outlook E-mail account.You cannot add a new account while connected. Tap Menu > Sto

Before connecting to the Internet, setting up a wireless connection or network card, obtain the following:●Internet Service Provider (ISP) or wireless

NOTE Slide shows created in *.ppt or *.pps format with PowerPoint ‘97 and later can be viewedon your device.PowerPoint features that are not supported

Searching for WLAN Networks to AccessNetworks that have been already configured are preferred networks. Choose whether to connect onlyto preferred net

For more information, refer to Additional Product Information located on the Getting Started CD.Turning Bluetooth On or OffTo turn on Bluetooth:1. Tap

Obtaining Services for a Cracked or Damaged ScreenNOTE HP is not responsible for damage that occurs as a result of failure to follow theinstructions t

Finding More InformationFor information on… See this source…Using your HP iPAQ Additional Product Information on the Getting Started CD.Connecting to

IndexAantenna port 6Appointments 31BBatterychecking charge level 23light bulb icon 23saving tips 23batteryinstalling 8location 8battery cover 5Block R

Resetting Your HP iPAQ ... 25Performi

LLED 6Letter Recognizer 25MMessaging & Security Feature Pack(MSFP) with Microsoft Exchange2003 Servic Pack 2 34microphone 6Microsoft ActiveSync 17

Frequently Asked Questions ... 41Finding Mo

HP iPAQ Product Information GuideCAUTION Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result indamage to equipment or

Box ContentsThis illustration depicts the items that come in the box with the Travel Companion. Use this illustrationto become more familiar with the

ComponentsNOTE Not all models or features are available in all regions.Top Components Component Function(1) Reset Button Press to perform a soft rese