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HP Jornada
420 Palm-size PC
User’s Guide
Part number F1255-90002
Printed in Singapore
Edition 1
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ii Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Copyright notice This manual and any examples contained herein are provided “as is” and are subject to change without notice. Hewlett-Packard Company makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this manual, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Hewlett- Packard Co. shall not be liable for any errors or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, per
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Table of Contents iii Table of Contents Chapter 1 Welcome....................................................1 Taking inventory...............................................................1 Using the manual.............................................................2 Using HP Jornada’s built-in programs .............................3 Finding more information .................................................4 Registering the HP Jornada.............................................6 Understandi
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iv Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Synchronizing messages ...............................................57 Using Windows CE Inbox Transfer................................58 Sending and receiving messages using a dial-up connection......................................................................59 Setting up an Ethernet connection.................................62 Using Inbox....................................................................63 Sending and receiving CompuServe e-m
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Chapter1 | Welcome | 1 1 Welcome The Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC (P/PC) is a mobile computer running the Microsoft® Windows® CE operating system. It allows you to store your business and personal information, manage your appointments and contacts, and check e-mail while on the road. It then allows you to upload updated information to your desktop or notebook PC after returning to the office. In addition to Microsoft Windows products, the HP Jornada has built-in programs from Hewlett
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2 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC • Desktop Software for Microsoft Windows CE compact disk— Contains Microsoft Windows CE Services, plus software and system updates for both the HP Jornada and desktop PC • HP Jornada compact disk—Programs that can be loaded onto the HP Jornada • Documentation pack—This User’s Guide and the Regulatory Information Leaflet • HP Jornada Accessory Guide—Information on accessories and products that can help you get the most from the HP Jornada Using the manua
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Chapter1 | Welcome | 3 from LandWare. Also explains how to back up and restore data, and how to customize the HP Jornada. • Chapter 8, Troubleshooting—Contains tips and procedures to follow when things do not work quite as you expected, and explains how to reset the HP Jornada. • Chapter 9, Warranty, support, and service—Explains the warranty and how to get service. • Appendix A, Jot Character Recognizer—Describes how to use the Jot character recognizer, and shows how and where to draw character
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4 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC • Voice Recorder—Records reminders or vital information when there is no time to type. The dedicated Record button allows you to record messages with one hand. • Channels—Downloads Web information to the HP Jornada so that it can be viewed offline. • Connections—Sets up connections for communications with other computers or the Internet. • ActiveSync™—Synchronizes the HP Jornada with your desktop or notebook PC over a network or dial-up connection from
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Chapter1 | Welcome | 5 Information Source Programs This User’s Guide. –or– Online Help on your P/PC. Tap Start and then Help. Synchronizing and This User’s Guide. exchanging files –or– with a desktop PC (including Online Help on your P/PC. Tap Start information on and then Help. connecting while –or– traveling) Windows CE Services online Help on your desktop PC. In the Mobile Devices window, click Help, and then click Windows CE Services Help Topics. Toolbar buttons and Tap and hold on a toolbar
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6 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC download the User’s Guide to your desktop PC and view it using the Adobe™ Acrobat Reader, available from the Adobe Web site at www.adobe.com. Registering the HP Jornada To register the HP Jornada, go to www.hp.com/jornada. Understanding conventions This User’s Guide includes visual cues to help you find tips and warnings. A shortcut, another way to do something, or expanded information about the topic. Caution or warning information about the topic. Thi
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Chapter2 | Setting up | 7 2 Setting up This chapter includes instructions to help you: • identify hardware features • set up the HP Jornada for the first time • manage battery power • care for the HP Jornada
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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. Front view of the HP Jornada 1. AC Charging LED—When connected to AC power, this LED glows with one of two colors: • Amber—Indicates that the battery is charging (connected to AC power). • Green—Indicates that the battery is fully charged. 2. Notification LED—Blinks red when you have an appointment. Glows red when you are recor
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Chapter2 | Setting up | 9 5. Record button—Starts the Voice Recorder. When held, turns on the P/PC when it is off, and records until the button is released. 6. Action button—Pressing this button selects the highlighted item. Rocking this button allows you to scroll (also referred to as Up/Down control). 7. Exit button—Exits dialog windows and menus. 8. Start button—Displays the Start menu. Also turns on the P/PC when it is off, and, if held, brings up HP settings. 9. Earphone jack—Accepts a plug
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10 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Back view of the HP Jornada 15. CompactFlash Type I and II Card slot—Enables you to add memory or use accessories on CompactFlash Cards. (For a list of recommended accessory cards, go to the Hewlett-Packard Web site at www.hp.com/jornada.) 16. Stylus—Use the stylus as a mouse substitute. For example, tap to select a button or menu item, double-tap to open an application, drag the stylus across words or items to select them. 17. Reset button—Restarts th
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Chapter2 | Setting up | 11 Setting up for the first time As part of the setup process, you: • install the battery • connect the AC adapter • start the HP Jornada • complete the Windows CE Welcome Wizard Follow the steps described below in the order they are presented. Installing the battery The battery powers the HP Jornada when it is not connected to AC power. The battery fits into a compartment on the bottom of the HP Jornada, as shown in the diagram. The switch on the battery does not have an
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12 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC This view of the left side of the HP Jornada shows how to insert the battery. To install the battery 1. Release the battery door by pushing the stylus into the small hole above the door. Then, slide the door down and off. 2. Slide the battery into the battery slot. If the battery does not slide in easily, check the battery orientation and try again. If you are putting the battery in correctly, you do not need to force it. 3. Replace the battery door, a
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Chapter2 | Setting up | 13 The rechargeable backup battery is a permanent part of the HP Jornada, so you do not need to install or replace it. The backup battery is charged automatically when the P/PC is connected to AC power. Make sure you connect to AC power to charge as soon as you see a backup battery low warning. Do NOT replace your main battery when the backup battery is low. Using the cradle The views below show the features of the cradle and how the P/PC docks with it. 1. Release buttons
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14 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Back view of the cradle. 1. DC jack—Connects the P/PC to AC power, which also charges both the main and backup batteries. 2. 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 page 39.) The HP Jornada must be in its cradle in order to connect to an AC adapter or to a PC. Connecting the AC adapter You can operate the HP Jornada on AC pow
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Chapter2 | Setting up | 15 The AC adapter includes three parts: the power cable, the adapter, and the DC cable. To connect to AC power 1. Plug the DC cable into the back of the cradle. 2. Connect the DC cable to the AC adapter. 3. Connect the power cable to the AC adapter. 4. Plug the power cable into an AC power outlet. 5. Put the HP Jornada into its cradle. Use the AC adapter to plug the HP Jornada into external power whenever possible, especially when connecting to a desktop PC or other perip
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16 Hewlett-Packard Jornada 420 Palm-size PC Managing battery power Because the data and files you save on the HP Jornada are stored in RAM, it is extremely important that you maintain a continuous power supply to the HP Jornada at all times. If the HP Jornada runs out of power, all information you have entered is lost. Although the Windows CE operating system and programs are stored in ROM and cannot be erased, any custom settings and programs you have added are lost. When taking out the battery
