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..., except as is a trademark of this manual or the examples herein. LandWare is " and are subject to , the implied warranties of EZOS S.A. ii Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Copyright notice This manual and any examples contained herein are provided "as allowed under the copyright laws. BSQUARE and bTask are either registered trademarks or...
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iv Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Sending and receiving messages using a dial-up connection 57 Setting up an Ethernet connection 60 Using Inbox 61 Sending and receiving CompuServe e-mail 65 Chapter ... Chapter 7 | Getting down to business 77 Creating notes and drawings 77 Using bTask 82 Using OmniSolve 83 Backing up and restoring data 83 Customizing the HP Jornada 86 Chapter 8 | Troubleshooting 95 Troubleshooting basic problems 95 Troubleshooting remote connections 97 Troubleshooting viewing problems 98 Resetting 99 Chapter 9 | Warranty, support, and ...
iv Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Sending and receiving messages using a dial-up connection 57 Setting up an Ethernet connection 60 Using Inbox 61 Sending and receiving CompuServe e-mail 65 Chapter ... Chapter 7 | Getting down to business 77 Creating notes and drawings 77 Using bTask 82 Using OmniSolve 83 Backing up and restoring data 83 Customizing the HP Jornada 86 Chapter 8 | Troubleshooting 95 Troubleshooting basic problems 95 Troubleshooting remote connections 97 Troubleshooting viewing problems 98 Resetting 99 Chapter 9 | Warranty, support, and ...
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... store your business and personal information, manage your desktop or notebook PC after returning to load programs from the HP Jornada compact disk. It allows you to upload updated information to getting started quickly with the HP Jornada Chapter 1 | Welcome | 1 1 | Welcome The Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC (P/PC) is a mobile computer running the Microsoft® Windows® CE operating...
... store your business and personal information, manage your desktop or notebook PC after returning to load programs from the HP Jornada compact disk. It allows you to upload updated information to getting started quickly with the HP Jornada Chapter 1 | Welcome | 1 1 | Welcome The Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC (P/PC) is a mobile computer running the Microsoft® Windows® CE operating...
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... Note Taker ®, bTask from the HP Jornada Using the manual This User's Guide is designed to help you work faster. · Chapter 4, Connecting to a desktop PC -Explains how to install Windows CE Services on your desktop or notebook PC, how to transfer files, how to ...the battery power. · Chapter 3, Learning the basics-Describes how to manage your HP Jornada quickly and easily. 2 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC · Desktop Software for both the HP Jornada and desktop PC · HP Jornada compact disk-Programs that can be different than the ones that can help you get ...
... Note Taker ®, bTask from the HP Jornada Using the manual This User's Guide is designed to help you work faster. · Chapter 4, Connecting to a desktop PC -Explains how to install Windows CE Services on your desktop or notebook PC, how to transfer files, how to ...the battery power. · Chapter 3, Learning the basics-Describes how to manage your HP Jornada quickly and easily. 2 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC · Desktop Software for both the HP Jornada and desktop PC · HP Jornada compact disk-Programs that can be different than the ones that can help you get ...
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Allows you access to online help. · Solitaire-Passes the time at the airport, on -screen calculator. 4 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC · Voice Recorder-Records reminders or vital information when there is no time to a CompactFlash Memory Card. · Find-... one hand. · Channels-Downloads Web information to the HP Jornada so that it can be viewed offline. · Connections-Sets up connection from a remote location. · PC Link-Establishes the connection between the HP Jornada and desktop PC partner. · Calculator-Performs simple calculations in an on the...
Allows you access to online help. · Solitaire-Passes the time at the airport, on -screen calculator. 4 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC · Voice Recorder-Records reminders or vital information when there is no time to a CompactFlash Memory Card. · Find-... one hand. · Channels-Downloads Web information to the HP Jornada so that it can be viewed offline. · Connections-Sets up connection from a remote location. · PC Link-Establishes the connection between the HP Jornada and desktop PC partner. · Calculator-Performs simple calculations in an on the...
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... is also available on the Hewlett-Packard Web site at www.adobe.com. Registering the HP Jornada To register the HP Jornada, go to www.hp.com/jornada. A shortcut, another way to do something, or expanded information about the topic. 6 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Information on this User's Guide is important information that should be observed to prevent...
... is also available on the Hewlett-Packard Web site at www.adobe.com. Registering the HP Jornada To register the HP Jornada, go to www.hp.com/jornada. A shortcut, another way to do something, or expanded information about the topic. 6 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Information on this User's Guide is important information that should be observed to prevent...
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8 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Identifying the hardware features The views below introduce you to the connectors, ports, and other features of the HP Jornada 1. Glows red when you have an appointment. Microphone-Allows you to send and receive files by infrared beam between P/PCs, between the P/PC and a Handheld PC (H/PC), or between the P/PC and a desktop PC. (For more information...
8 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Identifying the hardware features The views below introduce you to the connectors, ports, and other features of the HP Jornada 1. Glows red when you have an appointment. Microphone-Allows you to send and receive files by infrared beam between P/PCs, between the P/PC and a Handheld PC (H/PC), or between the P/PC and a desktop PC. (For more information...
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...Use the stylus as a mouse substitute. For more information about soft and full resets, see "Resetting" on CompactFlash Cards. (For a list of the HP Jornada 15. CompactFlash Type I and II Card slot-Enables you listen to system sounds or voice memos. 19. For example, tap to select a button ...or menu item, double-tap to open an application, drag the stylus across words or items to the cradle. P/PC connector -Connects the P/PC to select them. 17. 10 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Back view of recommended accessory cards, go to the Hewlett-Packard Web site at www...
...Use the stylus as a mouse substitute. For more information about soft and full resets, see "Resetting" on CompactFlash Cards. (For a list of the HP Jornada 15. CompactFlash Type I and II Card slot-Enables you listen to system sounds or voice memos. 19. For example, tap to select a button ...or menu item, double-tap to open an application, drag the stylus across words or items to the cradle. P/PC connector -Connects the P/PC to select them. 17. 10 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Back view of recommended accessory cards, go to the Hewlett-Packard Web site at www...
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...the small hole above the door. After you install the battery, the HP Jornada turns on battery power, though, you should charge the battery by pushing the stylus into the battery slot. You can use the P/PC while charging. Charging the battery takes approximately 3 to insert the battery....up until it . 3. If you do not need to force it snaps shut. Before using your P/PC on automatically. 12 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC This view of the left side of the HP Jornada shows how to 4 hours. For information on connecting the AC adapter, read the next sections. Release ...
...the small hole above the door. After you install the battery, the HP Jornada turns on battery power, though, you should charge the battery by pushing the stylus into the battery slot. You can use the P/PC while charging. Charging the battery takes approximately 3 to insert the battery....up until it . 3. If you do not need to force it snaps shut. Before using your P/PC on automatically. 12 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC This view of the left side of the HP Jornada shows how to 4 hours. For information on connecting the AC adapter, read the next sections. Release ...
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The AC Charging LED indicates the charging status of the cradle. 1. 14 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Back view of the main battery: · Amber-Indicates that the battery is charging (connected to AC power). · Green-Indicates that the battery is ... adapter accepts voltages from 100 V to 240 V, so you may need a plug adapter to AC power. DC jack-Connects the P/PC to a PC. Serial port (RS-232C)-Connects the HP Jornada to your desktop PC to transfer files or to synchronize data. (For more information, see "Connecting for the first time" on AC power using...
The AC Charging LED indicates the charging status of the cradle. 1. 14 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Back view of the main battery: · Amber-Indicates that the battery is charging (connected to AC power). · Green-Indicates that the battery is ... adapter accepts voltages from 100 V to 240 V, so you may need a plug adapter to AC power. DC jack-Connects the P/PC to a PC. Serial port (RS-232C)-Connects the HP Jornada to your desktop PC to transfer files or to synchronize data. (For more information, see "Connecting for the first time" on AC power using...
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...hours of power, all times. 16 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Managing battery power Because the data and files you save on page 24. -or- The HP Jornada uses a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which supplies power whenever the P/PC is low, simply connect the HP Jornada to AC power to AC power. When the ... the battery, keep in RAM, it with using the Start menu, read "Using the Start Menu and taskbar" on the HP Jornada are lost . If the power plug icon is displayed. If the HP Jornada runs out of continuous use the P/PC. Tap the Status, Power, or Dimming tab.
...hours of power, all times. 16 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Managing battery power Because the data and files you save on page 24. -or- The HP Jornada uses a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, which supplies power whenever the P/PC is low, simply connect the HP Jornada to AC power to AC power. When the ... the battery, keep in RAM, it with using the Start menu, read "Using the Start Menu and taskbar" on the HP Jornada are lost . If the power plug icon is displayed. If the HP Jornada runs out of continuous use the P/PC. Tap the Status, Power, or Dimming tab.
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.... · Suspend while on battery power-To conserve battery power, your P/PC to awake from suspend mode when you are no longer able to use the hard icon panel to power on the P/PC. Power tab 18 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Power tab The Power tab lets you customize how and when your... P/PC suspends operation to help maximize battery life: · Touch screen to power On-Select this option...
.... · Suspend while on battery power-To conserve battery power, your P/PC to awake from suspend mode when you are no longer able to use the hard icon panel to power on the P/PC. Power tab 18 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Power tab The Power tab lets you customize how and when your... P/PC suspends operation to help maximize battery life: · Touch screen to power On-Select this option...
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... 131 ºF). Caring for the HP Jornada Follow these suggestions for long and trouble-free use contrast to leave the HP Jornada in direct sunlight or in loss of data. Be especially careful not to increase readability. 20 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC · Set the display to ...harmful levels. To set dimming: from the Start menu, tap HP settings. To mute sounds: from the source of the display. For more information about HP settings, see "Using HP settings" on page 31. ...
... 131 ºF). Caring for the HP Jornada Follow these suggestions for long and trouble-free use contrast to leave the HP Jornada in direct sunlight or in loss of data. Be especially careful not to increase readability. 20 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC · Set the display to ...harmful levels. To set dimming: from the Start menu, tap HP settings. To mute sounds: from the source of the display. For more information about HP settings, see "Using HP settings" on page 31. ...
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... the On/Off button to unlock the buttons. Tap Settings from the taskbar. 22 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Locking the hardware buttons Pressing the Record button or the Start button powers on the P/PC accidentally (which would drain the battery), you can lock the hardware buttons that you double-tap... side of the display. Using the hard icons To launch Contacts, Calendar, Tasks, or OmniSolve, tap the appropriate icon at the bottom of the P/PC. Tap Buttons. 3. To unlock the buttons 1. Press and hold the On/Off button to lock the buttons. Tap the Program tab. 4. When ...
... the On/Off button to unlock the buttons. Tap Settings from the taskbar. 22 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Locking the hardware buttons Pressing the Record button or the Start button powers on the P/PC accidentally (which would drain the battery), you can lock the hardware buttons that you double-tap... side of the display. Using the hard icons To launch Contacts, Calendar, Tasks, or OmniSolve, tap the appropriate icon at the bottom of the P/PC. Tap Buttons. 3. To unlock the buttons 1. Press and hold the On/Off button to lock the buttons. Tap the Program tab. 4. When ...
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24 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Using the Start Menu and taskbar Use the Start menu on the taskbar to switch programs, display settings, find information, and view Help for the current program.
24 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Using the Start Menu and taskbar Use the Start menu on the taskbar to switch programs, display settings, find information, and view Help for the current program.
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... from right to left. · To enter a carriage return, swipe the keyboard from top to see "Creating notes and drawings" on your P/PC by typing with the soft keyboard or writing using character recognition. Then tap the keys with the keyboard To type, tap the Input Method arrow... Enable swipe shortcuts (gestures) on page 77. You can adjust keyboard settings to use in any program on the screen. 26 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC on your keyboard so that you work. First select the input method you want to suit the way you can enter information in your stylus...
... from right to left. · To enter a carriage return, swipe the keyboard from top to see "Creating notes and drawings" on your P/PC by typing with the soft keyboard or writing using character recognition. Then tap the keys with the keyboard To type, tap the Input Method arrow... Enable swipe shortcuts (gestures) on page 77. You can adjust keyboard settings to use in any program on the screen. 26 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC on your keyboard so that you work. First select the input method you want to suit the way you can enter information in your stylus...
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...your text at the insertion point. In EzExplorer, you use your P/PC, the more words it above the input panel. From the Start menu, tap Programs, and then tap EzExplorer. 28 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Drag your stylus across the panel horizontally from left to delete a ...character. As you type or write, your P/PC anticipates the word you can create shortcuts to anticipate. To customize the suggested ...
...your text at the insertion point. In EzExplorer, you use your P/PC, the more words it above the input panel. From the Start menu, tap Programs, and then tap EzExplorer. 28 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Drag your stylus across the panel horizontally from left to delete a ...character. As you type or write, your P/PC anticipates the word you can create shortcuts to anticipate. To customize the suggested ...
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...; Volume & Sounds, to customize or turn off sounds. · World Clock, to set the date and time for your P/PC. 30 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Adjusting settings You can do either of the following: · Open the setting, tap Start, and then tap Help. · Open the setting, and then ... on your location and a second location. For information on a particular setting, you work. Select Start and then Settings to suit the way you can adjust P/PC settings to see the settings available on the next page.
...; Volume & Sounds, to customize or turn off sounds. · World Clock, to set the date and time for your P/PC. 30 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Adjusting settings You can do either of the following: · Open the setting, tap Start, and then tap Help. · Open the setting, and then ... on your location and a second location. For information on a particular setting, you work. Select Start and then Settings to suit the way you can adjust P/PC settings to see the settings available on the next page.
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32 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC HP settings allows you to select the preferred one. Settings tab The HP Jornada has four preset HP settings profiles. You can also adjust any of the settings in any profile by using the Action button. Hold the Start button to open HP settings, and use the Action button to cycle the profiles and to adjust brightness, contrast, and volume by selecting the radio button associated with it. You can launch any profile to suit your preference.
32 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC HP settings allows you to select the preferred one. Settings tab The HP Jornada has four preset HP settings profiles. You can also adjust any of the settings in any profile by using the Action button. Hold the Start button to open HP settings, and use the Action button to cycle the profiles and to adjust brightness, contrast, and volume by selecting the radio button associated with it. You can launch any profile to suit your preference.
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Memory tab To adjust how memory is allocated between storage and programs 1. Switch to the System control panel by tapping the Windows button next to the left or right. Move the slider to the memory status display. 2. Tap the Memory tab. 3. 34 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Viewing memory status The Memory tab displays total and available (free) Storage and Program memory.
Memory tab To adjust how memory is allocated between storage and programs 1. Switch to the System control panel by tapping the Windows button next to the left or right. Move the slider to the memory status display. 2. Tap the Memory tab. 3. 34 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Viewing memory status The Memory tab displays total and available (free) Storage and Program memory.