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Stowaway Infrared Wireless Keyboard
Owner’s Manual
For
Windows Mobile 2003 (Pocket PC 2003)
& Pocket PC 2002 Handheld Devices
Includes:
Dell Axim x5 Series Devices iPAQ 5100 Series Devices
Dell Axim x3 Series Devices iPAQ 5400 Series Devices
iPAQ 1900 Series Devices iPAQ 5500 Series Devices
iPAQ 2200 Series Devices Toshiba e300 Series Devices
iPAQ 3600 Series Devices Toshiba e400 Series Devices
iPAQ 3700 Series Devices Toshiba e500
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Comfortable Typing Research suggests that physical discomfort and injury to nerves, tendons, and muscles may be related to repetitive motion, an improperly set up work area, incorrect body posture, and poor work habits. To reduce the risk of injury, follow these precautions: Stand, stretch, and move around several times every hour. Every once in a while, work on a different task with your hands. Avoid repetitive motions. Use shortcut keys to move efficiently and avoid repetitive
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The use of shielded I/O cables is required when connecting this equipment to any and all optional peripheral or host devices. Failure to do so may violate FCC rules. CAUTION: Changes or modifications not covered in this manual must be approved in writing by the manufacturer’s Regulatory Engineering Department. Changes or modifications made without written approval may void the user’s authority to operate this equipment. Responsible Party: Think Outside, Inc. 85 Saratoga Ave S
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Congratulations! You have purchased the definitive tool to extend your handheld computer’s capabilities. The Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard will provide you an easy and convenient way to add data to your Pocket PC handheld device. The Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard is the most convenient portable solution to typing text and commands quickly and easily into your Pocket PC handheld computer. This compact, yet full-sized keyboard lets you: Type email, meeting minutes, and classroom note
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Installing and Removing the Keyboard Before You Begin Before you install the Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard software for Windows Mobile 2003/Pocket PC 2002: Disable or remove any other keyboard applications that you have previously installed on your Pocket PC device. (Refer to the User Guide included with your Pocket PC for instructions on how to do this.) Ensure there is at least 150 KB of memory on your Pocket PC device. To check the available memory, tap ‘Start’ then ‘Set
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Setting Up the Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard Opening the Keyboard Open the keyboard case by gently lifting the release handle and folding it back. Release handle Unfold the top cover until it rests at an angle with the release handle propping it up Unfold the keyboard platform on a firm, flat surface. IR wand Rotate the infrared wand to align with your Pocket PC device’s infrared port. Stowaway Infrared Wireless Keyboard Owner Manual
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Configuring the Keyboard to Your Pocket PC Device 1. To enable the Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard, select the “Infrared wireless keyboard” on-screen option on your Pocket PC and then tap “Setup”. 2. After tapping “Setup”, you may see the following: 3. Select “Let keyboard coexist with other infrared applications” then tap “Next”. 4. Select or deselect the “Receive all incoming beams and select discoverable mode” and then tap
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5. Reset your Pocket PC device by tapping “Yes.” NOTE: If you experience difficulties with other applications or beaming difficulties with other applications while using the “Keyboard coexistence” option, refer to the Frequently Asked Questions and Answers section of this User Guide for instructions to select the “Keyboard exclusive” option instead. Customizing Your Keyboard Options Once you have installed the keyboard software on your handheld, you can cus
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To increase key repeat delay, drag the “Key Repeat Delay” slider to the right. To decrease key repeat delay, drag the “Key Repeat Delay” slider to the left. On the Hot-Key tab: Tap the down-arrow next to a number and select the application to associate with that number. When you press the Alt – LFn – number key combination, for example Alt – LFn – 4, the selected application will launch. You can assign up to 10 applications in this manner. (There are 2 Fn keys on the Stowaway IR
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Using the Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard • Commands joined by a dash “–” mean that the key combination must be pressed in order and with all keys held down at the same time. • Commands joined by a plus “+” mean that the key following the “+” must be pressed after the initial key combination is pressed and released. • The keyboard provides 2 separate color-coded function keys (blue Fn and green Fn) that enable you to navigate the device or access numbers and symbols. In the tables belo
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On-Screen Button and Editing Shortcuts From the keyboard, you can activate on-screen buttons such as “(OK)” or “(X)” and access application editing functions. Refer to the following table for the appropriate keyboard shortcut. On-Screen Button or Editing Function Shortcut OK LFn–Enter Send LFn–. Close a window or application LFn–X Generate an ESC LFn–Tab Turns on NumLock mode LFn–Caps Lock Turns on CapsLock mode Caps Lock New item Ctrl–N or LFn–N Cut selected text Ctrl–X C
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Menu and Toolbar Navigation You can access program menus, submenus, and toolbars with the Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard using the following commands. Action Key command To activate a program’s menu bar at the bottom of the Pocket PC device screen and select a main menu item use one of these 2 methods: Alt + → or Alt + ← 1. Press and release the Alt key, then use the arrow keys to scroll left and right until the main menu item you want is highlighted. or 2. Press and hol
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International and Extended Character Set Character Description Shortcut Á, É, Í, Ó, Ú, Ý Acute accent Ctrl–’ + Shift–letter á, é, í, ó, ú, ý Acute accent Ctrl–’ + letter Â, Ê, Î, Ô, Û Circumflex accent Ctrl–RFn– Y + Shift–letter â, ê, î, ô, û Circumflex accent Ctrl–RFn–Y + letter Ä, Ë, Ï, Ö, Ü, Ÿ Dieresis accent (umlaut) Ctrl–Shift–; + Shift–letter ä, ë, ï, ö, ü, ÿ Dieresis accent (umlaut) Ctrl–Shift–; + letter À, È, Ì, Ò, Ù Grave accent Ctrl–LFn–’ + Shift–letter à, è, ì,
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Character Description Shortcut ¾ Three-quarters Ctrl–Alt–LFn–E ¼ One-quarter Ctrl–Alt–LFn–R ± Plus-Minus Ctrl–Alt– + ÷ Division Ctrl–Alt– – # Number sign RFn–E % Percent RFn–T ^ Circumflex RFn–Y & Ampersand RFn–U * Asterisk RFn–I ( Left parenthesis RFn–O ) Right parenthesis RFn–P { Left curly bracket RFn– – } Right curly bracket RFn– = Stowaway Infrared Wireless Keyboard Owner Manual Page 15
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Frequently Asked Questions and Answers Q: What should I do when I type on the keyboard and nothing happens? • Check that Pocket PC device’s batteries are charged. • Check the keyboard’s two AAA batteries. • Check to make sure that your Pocket PC device is properly connected to the keyboard by repositioning the IR wand to point at the IR port of your Pocket PC device. • Check to make sure that the keyboard software is installed properly according to the instructions. • Check the C
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Q: Can I use my Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard with other handheld devices? Yes. The Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard, when combined with the appropriate Stowaway software drivers, is designed to work with handheld devices equipped with an IR port. Q: How do I uninstall the keyboard driver? Select Start Settings System tab Remove Programs. Select “Stowaway Keyboard Driver” from the list of applications then tap the Remove button. Q: What is the Serial tab of the Keyboard Contr
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Features and Technical Specifications Summary • Small, foldaway design makes it easy to put in your pocket or briefcase. • Simple connection compatibility with your Pocket PC device via IR port. • Full size QWERTY keyboard layout for optimum comfort while typing. Meets ISO/IEC Specification 9995 for full-size keyboards. • User programmable shortcut keys for faster access to applications. • On-screen menu and toolbar navigation via keyboard • Does not draw power from your ha
