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With its compact design, you go. 1 The SnapNType is easy to install and use. P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 1 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the SnapNType PDA Keyboard for your e-mails and notes anywhere you can start writing your Compaq IPAQ handheld.
With its compact design, you go. 1 The SnapNType is easy to install and use. P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 1 Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the SnapNType PDA Keyboard for your e-mails and notes anywhere you can start writing your Compaq IPAQ handheld.
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... least 512KB of free memory. Follow these instructions to install your SnapNType keyboard software on your Compaq iPAQ 1) Close all active windows on your iPAQ. 2) Connect your iPAQ to the synchronizing cradle and backup all documents. 2) Microsoft® ActiveSync® synchronization software is installed and active on your computer's floppy drive. 4) Open "My Computer" and double-click the "3.5" Floppy" icon. P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23...
... least 512KB of free memory. Follow these instructions to install your SnapNType keyboard software on your Compaq iPAQ 1) Close all active windows on your iPAQ. 2) Connect your iPAQ to the synchronizing cradle and backup all documents. 2) Microsoft® ActiveSync® synchronization software is installed and active on your computer's floppy drive. 4) Open "My Computer" and double-click the "3.5" Floppy" icon. P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23...
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If not, tap the "SnapNType" icon on the "Start" menu of your iPAQ. P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 3 Setting Up Your SnapNType Keyboard (continued) the SnapNType software on your iPAQ to enter the "Configuration" screen. Note: If the "Confirm File Replace" window displays on your iPAQ into the SnapNType keyboard until the connector latches securely. (See Fig. 1) Fig. 1 3 Attaching the...
If not, tap the "SnapNType" icon on the "Start" menu of your iPAQ. P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 3 Setting Up Your SnapNType Keyboard (continued) the SnapNType software on your iPAQ to enter the "Configuration" screen. Note: If the "Confirm File Replace" window displays on your iPAQ into the SnapNType keyboard until the connector latches securely. (See Fig. 1) Fig. 1 3 Attaching the...
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P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 4 Setting Up Your SnapNType Keyboard (continued) Detaching the SnapNType Keyboard from Your iPAQ Pocket PC 1) Hold your iPAQ face down in the palm of one hand. 2) Press the release button at the back of the SnapNType keyboard to release the connector lock. (See Fig. 2) 3) Remove the iPAQ by sliding away from the SnapNType keyboard. (See Fig. 3) Fig. 2 Fig. 3 4
P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 4 Setting Up Your SnapNType Keyboard (continued) Detaching the SnapNType Keyboard from Your iPAQ Pocket PC 1) Hold your iPAQ face down in the palm of one hand. 2) Press the release button at the back of the SnapNType keyboard to release the connector lock. (See Fig. 2) 3) Remove the iPAQ by sliding away from the SnapNType keyboard. (See Fig. 3) Fig. 2 Fig. 3 4
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... 5 Setting Up Your SnapNType Keyboard (continued) Removing the SnapNType Keyboard Software Follow these instructions if you can use the SnapNType keyboard again. 5 Note: You need to reinstall the SnapNType software before you want to remove the SnapNType software from your iPAQ: 1) Quit all programs and perform a soft reset. 2) Tap "Start", then select "Settings". 3) Tap on the "System" tab and then select "Remove Programs". 4) The list of installed programs...
... 5 Setting Up Your SnapNType Keyboard (continued) Removing the SnapNType Keyboard Software Follow these instructions if you can use the SnapNType keyboard again. 5 Note: You need to reinstall the SnapNType software before you want to remove the SnapNType software from your iPAQ: 1) Quit all programs and perform a soft reset. 2) Tap "Start", then select "Settings". 3) Tap on the "System" tab and then select "Remove Programs". 4) The list of installed programs...
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Then follow the steps outlined in the "Software Installation" section (page 2). 6 P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 6 Setting Up Your SnapNType Keyboard (continued) Reinstalling or Upgrading the SnapNType Software To reinstall or upgrade the SnapNType software, you must first remove the existing software by following the steps outlined on the previous page.
Then follow the steps outlined in the "Software Installation" section (page 2). 6 P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 6 Setting Up Your SnapNType Keyboard (continued) Reinstalling or Upgrading the SnapNType Software To reinstall or upgrade the SnapNType software, you must first remove the existing software by following the steps outlined on the previous page.
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... letters: Press and hold. P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 7 Using Your SnapNType Keyboard After installing and enabling the SnapNType driver, the software runs automatically, and you enter while holding will be capitalized. Typing Lowercase Letters To enter lowercase letters with your iPAQ and start typing. To turn on a standard computer keyboard. To release "Caps Lock": Press and then press . 7 All...
... letters: Press and hold. P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 7 Using Your SnapNType Keyboard After installing and enabling the SnapNType driver, the software runs automatically, and you enter while holding will be capitalized. Typing Lowercase Letters To enter lowercase letters with your iPAQ and start typing. To turn on a standard computer keyboard. To release "Caps Lock": Press and then press . 7 All...
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... press while holding will register the number or symbol. 2) Press twice, and the keyboard will register as the number or symbol printed in red on your iPAQ. All subsequent keys you to type a block of the key. Navigation Keys The navigation keys enable you press will enter "Symbol Lock" mode. To exit "Symbol Lock" mode, press one number or symbol: Press once. There...
... press while holding will register the number or symbol. 2) Press twice, and the keyboard will register as the number or symbol printed in red on your iPAQ. All subsequent keys you to type a block of the key. Navigation Keys The navigation keys enable you press will enter "Symbol Lock" mode. To exit "Symbol Lock" mode, press one number or symbol: Press once. There...
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P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 9 Using Your SnapNType Keyboard (continued) Application Keys Because the keyboard covers the application buttons on your iPAQ, these buttons are reproduced on the SnapNType keyboard. 9
P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 9 Using Your SnapNType Keyboard (continued) Application Keys Because the keyboard covers the application buttons on your iPAQ, these buttons are reproduced on the SnapNType keyboard. 9
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Fig. 4: This unique extended keyboard, the FaceBoard, allows for your e-mails. To select a symbol, you can either touch the on-screen button or press the corresponding key shown on top of extra symbols and e-mail smiley patterns. 10 There are also popular emoticons or "smiley" patterns for easy typing of the on-screen button. P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 10 Using Your SnapNType Keyboard (continued) The FaceBoard Button Pressing the "FaceBoard" button (see Fig. 4) will pop up a window containing various less frequently used symbols and punctuation marks.
Fig. 4: This unique extended keyboard, the FaceBoard, allows for your e-mails. To select a symbol, you can either touch the on-screen button or press the corresponding key shown on top of extra symbols and e-mail smiley patterns. 10 There are also popular emoticons or "smiley" patterns for easy typing of the on-screen button. P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 10 Using Your SnapNType Keyboard (continued) The FaceBoard Button Pressing the "FaceBoard" button (see Fig. 4) will pop up a window containing various less frequently used symbols and punctuation marks.
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This alternative FaceBoard will pop up (see Fig. 5) and you can also use an alternative FaceBoard by touching the on-screen button. Fig. 5: Alternative Faceboard 11 The following screen will work better with some applications (such as Inbox). P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 11 Using Your SnapNType Keyboard (continued) You can choose the desired symbol by pressing and then .
This alternative FaceBoard will pop up (see Fig. 5) and you can also use an alternative FaceBoard by touching the on-screen button. Fig. 5: Alternative Faceboard 11 The following screen will work better with some applications (such as Inbox). P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 11 Using Your SnapNType Keyboard (continued) You can choose the desired symbol by pressing and then .
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Disable-this will turn off the SnapNType. Delay Until Repeat-this will determine the delay from your iPAQ. SnapNType configuration screen Enable-this will allow the SnapNType to the key repeating. 12 Repeat Rate-this will determine the repeat frequency of a key when you hold it down a key to accept key input. Fig. 6. P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 12 Configuring the SnapNType Software To access the SnapNType application (see Fig. 6), tap "Start", and then "SnapNType" on your holding down continuously.
Disable-this will turn off the SnapNType. Delay Until Repeat-this will determine the delay from your iPAQ. SnapNType configuration screen Enable-this will allow the SnapNType to the key repeating. 12 Repeat Rate-this will determine the repeat frequency of a key when you hold it down a key to accept key input. Fig. 6. P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 12 Configuring the SnapNType Software To access the SnapNType application (see Fig. 6), tap "Start", and then "SnapNType" on your holding down continuously.
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Select "Sounds & Reminders" and check the "Hardware buttons" box. Test Area-you can test your SnapNType by typing in your "Hardware buttons" sound in this area. 13 P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 13 Configuring the SnapNType Software (continued) Sound-you can enable or disable "Key Click". For this function to work properly, you need to first turn on your iPAQ: tap "Start", then"Settings".
Select "Sounds & Reminders" and check the "Hardware buttons" box. Test Area-you can test your SnapNType by typing in your "Hardware buttons" sound in this area. 13 P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 13 Configuring the SnapNType Software (continued) Sound-you can enable or disable "Key Click". For this function to work properly, you need to first turn on your iPAQ: tap "Start", then"Settings".
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... your iPAQ is connected to disable the SnapNType driver each time I type on as long as you can leave the driver enabled and synchronize as usual. 14 The SnapNType driver is charged and working properly. - You can leave the driver turned on the keyboard and nothing happens? - Test typing in the Test Area. Do I need to the SnapNType keyboard securely. - Will the ActiveSync software be...
... your iPAQ is connected to disable the SnapNType driver each time I type on as long as you can leave the driver enabled and synchronize as usual. 14 The SnapNType driver is charged and working properly. - You can leave the driver turned on the keyboard and nothing happens? - Test typing in the Test Area. Do I need to the SnapNType keyboard securely. - Will the ActiveSync software be...
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... SnapNType keyboard can use the stylus and keyboard simultaneously. Otherwise, you can be affected. P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 15 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (continued) Can I use the stylus while using the SnapNType keyboard? Can I send and receive infrared while using other expansion packs? Can I use the SnapNType keyboard while using the SnapNType keyboard? Yes, infrared will have to switch...
... SnapNType keyboard can use the stylus and keyboard simultaneously. Otherwise, you can be affected. P73990-F8Q1502-MAN.QXD 5/23/02 1:27 PM Page 15 Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) (continued) Can I use the stylus while using the SnapNType keyboard? Can I send and receive infrared while using other expansion packs? Can I use the SnapNType keyboard while using the SnapNType keyboard? Yes, infrared will have to switch...
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... REPROGRAMMING, OR REPRODUCING ANY PROGRAM OR DATA STORED IN OR USED WITH BELKIN PRODUCTS. BELKIN SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. CE Declaration of Conformity We, Belkin Components, declare under our sole responsibility that the product: F8Q1502 to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful...
... REPROGRAMMING, OR REPRODUCING ANY PROGRAM OR DATA STORED IN OR USED WITH BELKIN PRODUCTS. BELKIN SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. CE Declaration of Conformity We, Belkin Components, declare under our sole responsibility that the product: F8Q1502 to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful...
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