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Summary of Contents for 565 Series

Page 1: ...user manual Pharos 565 Series ...

Page 2: ... changes in the product Information and specifications contained in this document are subject to change at any time without notice The information contained in this document does not affect or change the product specifications or warranties Pharos is not liable for any damages resulting from the use of this product Trademark Information Microsoft MS DOS Windows Windows NT Windows Server Windows Vi...

Page 3: ...This is only the beginning We are constantly enhancing and improving our user experience For the latest information on what we ve added and how it works visit us online http www pharosgps com ...

Page 4: ...g to the battery manufacturer s instructions and your local laws Do not open or tamper with the device cover as this will void your warranty Do not press hard on this product as it may cause damage to the screen or the internal components Do not use the device at gas or refueling stations chemical plants and places containing explosives or flammable materials The product should be placed away from...

Page 5: ...stable base Do not push objects of any kind into cabinet slots or other openings in the device The device should be operated from the type of power indicated on the marking label If there are noticeable signs of overheating unplug the device from the electrical outlet immediately and refer servicing to an authorized service provider WARNING Do not remove or damage the warranty void label on the de...

Page 6: ...er 2 Getting Started 17 2 1 Today Screen 18 2 2 Start Menu 20 2 3 Programs 21 2 4 Settings 23 2 5 Input Methods 24 2 6 Clock Alarms 28 2 7 Personalizing the Device 29 2 8 Replacing the Battery 30 Chapter 3 Synchronizing Information 31 3 1 Installing and Setting up ActiveSync or WMDC 32 3 2 Synchronizing Information 33 3 3 Synchronizing with Exchange Server 35 3 4 Synchronizing via Bluetooth 36 3 5...

Page 7: ...ccounts 40 Chapter 5 Basic Applications 45 5 1 Calendar 46 5 2 Notes 49 5 3 Tasks 51 5 4 Working with Office Mobile 53 Chapter 6 Making Connections 55 6 1 Connection Center 56 6 2 Wi Fi Data Connections 57 6 3 Bluetooth Connections 58 6 4 Infrared Connections 61 6 5 USB Connections 62 ...

Page 8: ...e Internet 65 7 2 Windows Live Messenger 67 7 3 Window Media 69 7 4 GPS 71 7 5 Adding or Removing a Program 72 7 6 Setting Password and Hint 73 7 7 Using Task Manager 73 7 8 Backup Restore 74 Appendix 76 A 1 Specifications 77 A 2 Regulatory Notices 77 ...

Page 9: ...Chapter 1 Overview ...

Page 10: ...Key Speaker Configurable Key QWERTY Keypad Navigation Pad Belt Holder 2 Configurable Key Back Cover Latch Soft Key Belt Holder 1 Touch Screen Stylus OK Back Cover Start You can assign a specific program to a configurable key Tap Start Settings Personal Buttons select one of these configurable keys and then assign a program to the selected key ...

Page 11: ...wn Scan Key PTL565S IrDA Port PTL565E Barcode Scanner PTL565S Card Slot Earphone Jack Power 18pin IO Connector NOTE The availability of particular features and applications for the device may vary by the model that you purchased Please check with your dealer for details ...

Page 12: ...AC Adapter USB Cable Battery Stylus Getting Started Disc Quick Start Guide Warranty Card Microsoft License Card 1 2 Installing Battery and MicroSD Card Installing Battery 1 Hold the back cover lock latch and then slide the back cover as shown 1 2 ...

Page 13: ...e battery with the corresponding conductors on the device and then push the battery into place 3 Push the battery latch on the back of the device upwards to lock the battery 4 Close the cover making sure that it is securely in place 1 2 ...

Page 14: ...cks and locks into place 4 Close the cover and make sure that it is securely in place 1 3 Battery Information Battery performance depends on many factors including your wireless service provider s network configuration signal strength the temperature of the environment in which you are operating the device the features and settings you select and use items attached to the device s connecting ports...

Page 15: ...r the External Power tab adjust the settings NOTE In addition to changing display and backlight settings you can do the following to make the battery last longer 1 Turn off Wi Fi 2 Turn off Bluetooth Charging the Battery 1 To charge the battery make sure the battery is sitting in the battery slot correctly 2 Do one of the following steps Connect the device to the AC adapter and plug the AC adapter...

Page 16: ...w the steps below 1 Tap Start Settings System Screen 2 Tap the Align Screen button and then follow the on screen instructions 1 6 Resetting the Device Soft Reset If the device is not performing properly such as running slower than normal you can soft reset it to shut down all active programs and restart the device To perform a soft reset use the stylus tip to press the Reset button located at the ...

Page 17: ...Chapter 2 Getting Started ...

Page 18: ...n tap Start Settings Today Items tab then select the check boxes next to the items that you want to show in the Today screen Tap Move Up or Move Down if you want to change their sequence Selecting Theme and Background Image You can change the theme and background image for your Today screen display 1 Tap Start Settings Today 2 Select a preferred theme 3 Select the Use this picture as the backgroun...

Page 19: ... keys This is a helpful feature for preventing accidental key presses To lock the device tap Start and then tap Lock on the bottom bar Unlocking the Device To unlock the device do the following steps 1 Tap Unlock on the bottom bar of the Today screen 2 Press FN and to unlock the device or tap the Unlock button on the screen Notification Icons Notification icons appear at the title bar on the scree...

Page 20: ...ive Synchronization in progress Connection is not active Synchronization error 2 2 Start Menu The Start menu is accessible by tapping the Start icon at the top left of the screen or pressing the hardware Start key on the device You can open all applications on the device from here To open a program tap its icon to view additional program icons sweep the screen upwards or downwards to scroll and vi...

Page 21: ... on the device Programs in the Start Menu Today Tap the icon to go to the Today screen Text Send and receive text messages Not all models of this device have text features please consult with your dealer E mail Send and receive e mails Contacts Keep track of contact information Internet Explorer Browse a web page and download new programs and files from the Internet Calendar Create meeting request...

Page 22: ...dings Tasks Create edit and synchronize tasks on the device and your PC Office Mobile Excel Mobile Create edit and view Microsoft Excel worksheets OneNote Mobile Create OneNote files on the device and then synchronize them with your computer PowerPoint Mobile View Microsoft PowerPoint slides and presentations Word Mobile Create edit and view Microsoft Word documents and text files File Explorer Or...

Page 23: ...ternet or a private local network Domain Enroll Allows you to connect the device with company resources Wi Fi Configure wireless networks and network adapters USB to PC Set a USB serial connection between your device and PC when there are problems connecting ActiveSync Wi Fi Network Display detailed information for a connected Wi Fi Network Personal Buttons Assign buttons to programs and controls ...

Page 24: ...ormation Remove Programs Remove programs that you have added to the device Screen Adjust screen orientation alignment and text size Task Manager Close running programs Microsoft My Phone Access manage and back up information on the device to a password protected web site the My Phone web site 2 5 Input Methods The device provides four on screen input methods Keyboard Letter Recognizer Block Recogn...

Page 25: ...nizer recognizes one letter number or symbol at a time To launch Letter Recognizer tap the input selector arrow to the right side of the input icon and then tap Letter Recognizer Write uppercase letters in the left recognition area the ABC box Write lowercase letters in the middle recognition area the abc box Write numbers and symbols in the right recognition area the 123 box Block Recognizer Bloc...

Page 26: ...anscriber Transcriber recognizes handwriting in cursive and or print It uses the full screen as its recognition area It interprets the movement of the stylus on the screen as you writer To launch Transcriber tap the input method selector arrow the up arrow next to the input method icon and select Transcriber You can then write anywhere on the screen NOTE The transcriber comes with detailed help pa...

Page 27: ...ide of the cursor Press and hold FN and then press the key to delete letters constantly Function Press the key to access the symbols and numbers in orange on the keypad Press FN once showing on the title bar the next character you enter will be a symbol or number Press FN twice to enter numbers and symbols constantly Press the key again to return to enter letter Symbol Use the key to input symbols...

Page 28: ...Ï Ĩ u ù ú û ü ű ũ µ l ł U Ù Ú Û Ü Ű Ũ µ L Ł y ý n ñ Y Ý N Ñ z ź ż o ò ó ô õ ö ő ø œ Z Ź Ż 2 6 Clock Alarms Setting and Date and Time 1 Tap Start Settings Clock Alarms 2 On the Time tab select the correct time zone and set the date and time Setting an Alarm 1 Tap Start Settings Clock Alarms Alarm tab 2 Enable an alarm by selecting the check box in front of it 3 Tap Description and then enter a name...

Page 29: ...he Sound tab select the item which you want to enable a sound for 3 On the Notification tab select an event ant then specify the ring type and ring tone for it NOTE To conserve battery power turn off sounds and the flashing light notifications Owner Information You can enter personal information and notes on the device 1 Tap Start Settings Personal Owner Information 2 On the Identification tab ent...

Page 30: ... Battery Switch 2 Tap Yes The device will be turned into backup mode 3 Remove the back cover and replace the battery Please re install the battery within 5 minutes or unsaved data may be lost 4 Close the back cover and then press the Power key the device will be recovered to the previous state NOTE All wireless communications will be turned off in backup mode Please do not connect the device to a ...

Page 31: ...Chapter 3 Synchronizing Information ...

Page 32: ...puter as described on the Window Mobile TM Getting Started Disc that comes with the device 2 After setup completes connect the device to your computer through a USB cable the Synchronization Setup Wizard will automatically start 3 Follow the instruction on the screen to complete the wizard 4 If you have an Exchange Server e mail account enter your server address and logon information If you don t ...

Page 33: ...ronization Manually From the device 1 Tap Start ActiveSync and then tap Sync 2 To stop synchronizing tap Stop From your computer 1 Connect the device to your computer and then do one of the following If you use Windows XP or earlier ActiveSync will open on your computer automatically Click Sync on the ActiveSync screen NOTE To set up ActiveSync or WMDC to sync e mail contacts and calendar informat...

Page 34: ...llowing Select the checkbox for the items that you want to sync If you cannot select a checkbox you might have to clear the checkbox for the same information type elsewhere in the list Clear the check box for any items your want to exclude To customize synchronization of a computer select the computer name and then click Settings To customize synchronization of particular information select the in...

Page 35: ...tap Next 4 Enter your user name password and domain name and then select Next If you want the device to save your password so that you will not need to enter it on each connection select the Save password checkbox 5 If automatic configuration is successful tap Next If not enter your Sever address and then tap Next Select This server requires an encrypted SSL connection if you want to receive perso...

Page 36: ...ur computer for configuring Bluetooth on your computer to support ActiveSync 3 On the device tap Start ActiveSync Menu Connect via Bluetooth 4 Make sure the device and your computer are within close range If this is the first time you have connected to your computer via Bluetooth you must complete the Bluetooth wizard on the device and set up a Bluetooth partnership with your computer before synch...

Page 37: ...C to receive infrared beams 2 Align the infrared port on the top of the device with the infrared port on your PC Make sure they are unobstructed and within close range no more than 1 meter apart 3 On the device tap Start ActiveSync 4 Tap Menu Connect via IR ActiveSync or WMDC will sync automatically when the connection is established If it does not start automatically tap Sync 5 Tap Menu Disconnec...

Page 38: ...Chapter 4 Contacts and E mails ...

Page 39: ... list If you set up Windows Live or Messenger on the device your Messenger contacts will be merged with the on device contact list Adding a New Contact 1 Do any of the following Tap Contacts at the bottom bar of the Today screen Tap Start Contacts 2 Tap New 3 Select Outlook Contact 4 Enter the information for the new contact and then tap OK NOTE If you use Microsoft Outlook on your computer you ca...

Page 40: ... Menu Edit 4 Make the changes that you want 5 Tap OK when finished Deleting a Contact 1 Tap Start Contacts or tap Contacts on the Today screen 2 Scroll to the contact you want to delete 3 Tap Menu Delete Contact 4 Tap Yes to confirm 4 2 Setting up E mail Accounts The device can have multiple e mail accounts at the same time You have to set up synchronization with existing e mail accounts before se...

Page 41: ...found the settings and completed successfully go to step 9 5 In the Your e mail provider field select Exchange server and the tap Next 6 Enter your name and then tap Next 7 Enter your incoming mail server and Account type information and then tap Next 8 Enter your user name and password 9 Select the check boxes for the types of information that you want to synchronize with Exchange Server Tap Menu...

Page 42: ...ssword and then tap Next 3 To get e mail server settings automatically select Try to get e mail settings automatically from the Internet Tap Next 4 When Auto Setup has finished tat Next 5 If the device wasn t able to detect your e mail settings you will need to enter this information manually In the Your e mail provider drop down list select your e mail provider Internet e mail or custom domain Ta...

Page 43: ...sert a semicolon between multiple addresses 5 In the Subject field type in a subject 6 Scroll to or tap the message area and enter your message 7 Tap Send E mail messages are stored in the Outbox and are sent to recipients the next time you sync or connect to your e mail server Status Bar Softkeys NOTE To change message settings such as its priority tap Menu Message Options in the message you are ...

Page 44: ...E mail 2 Scroll to and tap to open an e mail account 3 Make sure the folder drop down menu says Inbox If it doesn t tap the drop down menu and select Inbox under this e mail account 4 In the e mail list tap the e mail message you want to read ...

Page 45: ...Chapter 5 Basic Applications ...

Page 46: ... Calendar view instead 4 Assign a category to the appointment or create a new one for it if needed 5 Tap OK to save the appointment Deleting an Appointment 1 Tap Start Calendar 2 Scroll to the appointment and then tap Menu Delete Appointment 3 If the appointment is recurring tap All to delete the series or tap One to delete only the current occurrence Changing the Calendar View You can look at you...

Page 47: ...lot and then tap Menu New Appointment To view an appointment tap the item Responding to an Outlook Meeting Request You can receive and respond to Microsoft Outlook meeting requests with the device just like the way you work with Outlook meeting requests on your computer The next time you synchronize the meeting will be added to your computer s Outlook calendar 1 Tap Start E mail Outlook E mail 2 T...

Page 48: ...o any of the following In Start in select the calendar view you prefer To specify the first day of the week in 1st day of week tap Sunday or Monday To specify the number of days you want to appear in a week in Week view tap 5 day week 6 day week or 7 day week 2 Tap OK to save settings ...

Page 49: ... recordings are displayed in the note list If you have a long list tap the sort list labeled Name by default and select the option you want To open a note or play a recording tap it To see a list of available actions for a note or recording tap and hold the note or recording Setting the Default Input Mode and Template for Notes 1 Tap Start Notes Menu Options 2 In Default mode select Writing or Typ...

Page 50: ...bar and speak into the microphone to start a voice recording 5 Tap the STOP button on the recording toolbar when finished The recording will appear in the notes list Tap it if you want to review it 6 Tap OK to return to the notes list Deleting a Note 1 Tap Start Notes 2 Tap and hold the note and then tap the Delete command 3 Tap Yes to confirm deleting the selected note NOTE You can change the rec...

Page 51: ...labeled Tap here to add a new task enter the task name and then press Enter Tap Menu New Task and enter details about the new task 3 Tap OK to save the task You can see your tasks are displayed in a task list Overdue tasks are displayed in red NOTE To mark a task as complete check the box next to the task Clear the check box if you want to reopen it If you use Outlook on your computer you can sync...

Page 52: ...n tap Edit 3 Tap OK when finished making changes Deleting a Task 1 Tap Start Task 2 Scroll to the task and then tap Menu Delete Task 3 Tap Yes to confirm Setting Tasks Options 1 Tap Start Tasks Menu Options 2 Select the options you prefer 3 Tap OK when finished ...

Page 53: ...obile 3 In the file list tap the file that you want to open Creating a File 1 Tap Start Office Mobile 2 Tap a program Tap New if it does not open a file automatically 3 Enter text and data 4 Tap OK to save the file The file will be named automatically if you want to rename it scroll to the file and then tap Menu Rename Move Creating a Template 1 Tap Start Office Mobile 2 Open or create a file Ente...

Page 54: ... Find Replace 2 In Find what enter the text you want to find 3 Select the appropriate search options 4 Tap Find or Replace NOTE To create documents or workbooks by using a template tap Menu Options from the program list and then select the template All new files will be established upon the template afterwards NOTE In Excel files you can limit your search by selecting specific cells before you fin...

Page 55: ...Chapter 6 Making Connections ...

Page 56: ...consumption or if you use the device on an aircraft 1 To open Connection Center tap Start Settings Connections Connection Center 2 Do any one or combination of the following steps Tap the Wi Fi button to turn it on or off Tap the Bluetooth button to turn it on or off Tap the Flight Mode button to turn all wireless power off Tap the USB Storage button to allow the device to function as a card reade...

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Page 59: ...tery power please turn off Bluetooth after beaming information Making the Device Visible to Other Devices After you turn Bluetooth on the device can detect other devices that use Bluetooth but they will be unable to detect the device unless you have made the device visible For improved security set the device visible only when you are establishing new partnerships 1 Tap Start Settings Bluetooth 2 ...

Page 60: ...ab tap Make this device visible for other devices 6 On your PC or other Bluetooth enabled devices locate the file or item you want to send For example on your PC you would use Windows Explorer to locate the file 7 In the example above right click the file and select the destination device under to Bluetooth 8 Tap Yes when the device prompts about receiving a file 9 After the transmission process i...

Page 61: ...nnection select Bluetooth PAN 4 In Network Connection select the connection that you want to use 5 Tap Connect on the device 6 Set up a Bluetooth PAN Personal Area Network on your PC 7 Tap Connect on the device 6 4 Infrared Connections An infrared connection enables you to share information wirelessly with other infrared enabled devices over a distance of a meter You can easily share your appointm...

Page 62: ...ur PC or other infrared enabled device Make sure they are unobstructed and within close range 3 After your PC detects a new infrared connection select a file to send to your device and click the Send button 4 Tap Yes at the prompt to confirm receiving the file 5 After the transmission process is finished the file should appear on the device under My Documents in the File Explorer 6 5 USB Connectio...

Page 63: ...he folder that you want to move it to and then click Copy Cut or Paste 5 Click OK when the File Conversion dialog box appears Changing USB to PC Connection Type In some cases you may find ActiveSync or WMDC do not recognize the device when it is connected to your PC with a USB cable or you may find your PC disconnects the connections with the device when your PC is connected to the Internet or a l...

Page 64: ...Chapter 7 Other Applications ...

Page 65: ...net or Work and then tap Connect If you select a secure network you will need to enter network key provided by the network administrator 5 Follow the prompts to finish related settings To browse a Web page 1 Tap Start Internet Explorer 2 Enter a Web address in the address bar then tap the go icon NOTE You can tap the screen to change to reading mode in which a maximized view of the Web page with t...

Page 66: ...column that is as wide as the screen This means that you will rarely have to scroll horizontally Desktop maintains a layout similar to what you see on a desktop computer but makes items smaller Sending a Link by E mail 1 Tap Start Internet Explorer 2 Go to the page you want to send 3 Tap Menu Tools Send Link 4 The Messaging account list will appear Tap an account 5 A new message will be created wi...

Page 67: ...usy and then tap Sign in 3 Before using Windows Live Messenger for the first time you have to accept the Windows Live Terms of Use and Privacy Statement Tap Accept to continue 4 Enter your Windows ID and password and tap Next 5 Select whether to show Window Live on the Today screen or not Tap Next 6 Choose from the Sync options and then tap Next 7 Window Live Messenger will sign you in online NOTE...

Page 68: ... Live Messenger 2 Select the contacts s name and then tap Send IM 3 Enter a message tap Send 4 To close the chat window tap Menu End conversation Changing Windows Live Messenger Settings 1 Sign in to Windows Live Messenger 2 Tap Menu Options 3 Select from the available options and then tap Done Deleting or Changing the Windows Live Account 1 Sign in to Windows Live Messenger 2 Tap Menu Window Live...

Page 69: ...the device before connecting the device to a PC 1 On your computer open Windows Media Player 2 Connect the device to your computer using a USB cable 3 In Windows Media Player on your computer click Sync 4 Drag each item you want to sync to the device pane of the Windows Media Player window 5 Click Start Sync This will start the synchronization process 6 After transferring your media files update y...

Page 70: ... a category e g My Music All Music 4 Select an item and then tap Play Saving a New Playlist 1 Tap Start Windows Media 2 Tap Menu Library 3 Select a category e g My Music All Music 4 Select an item tap Menu Queue Up Selected item will be added to the Now Playing list immediately 5 Tap Menu Now Playing 6 Tap Menu Save Playlist 7 Enter a name for the playlist and then select Done NOTE On the Window M...

Page 71: ...dings car sun shades and heat reflective film with metallic content It can take several minutes the first time you establish a GPS connection If you find the device cannot detect the satellite signal try the following Move the device to an open space without tall buildings or trees around it Make sure there are no wireless communication products e g radar detecting devices and mobile phones nearby...

Page 72: ... that the program you are going to download is compatible with the device before you purchase it Open the Internet Explorer go to the web site that has the program you want to download and then follow the instructions to download and install the program to the device Download the program to your PC and then copy the file to the Program Files folder using WMDC or ActiveSync on the device Tap the fi...

Page 73: ...to use an alphanumeric password if the device is configured to connect to a network 4 Enter the password and then confirm it 5 On the Hint tab enter a phrase that will remind you what the password it This hint will be displayed if you enter a wrong password five times 6 Tap OK when finished 7 7 Using Task Manager You can view switch or end running programs by using Task Manager 1 Tap Start Task Ma...

Page 74: ...ext 5 Select whether to compress or and encrypt the file set a password for the file and then tap Next 6 Tap Next If the available space in the device is not large enough you will need to re select your backup items 7 Tap Start to start saving the backup file 8 Tap OK when it is done Scheduling the Backup You can set the device to backup automatically at specified times 1 Tap Start Backup Manager ...

Page 75: ...art Backup Manager 2 Tap the Restore icon in the right 3 Select the file that you want to restore to the device Tap Next 4 Select whether to overwrite the data and then tap Start 5 Tap OK to continue 6 Tap OK again when finished ...

Page 76: ...Appendix ...

Page 77: ... Operating time 4 hours Expansion Slot microSD memory card supported SD SDHC A 2 Regulatory Notices Regulatory Agency IDs For regulatory identification purpose your product is assigned a model number of PTL565 The Battery Pack has been assigned a model number of PTL565 This product is intended for use with a certified Class 2 Limited Power Source rated 5 Volts DC maximum 1 Amp power supply unit Eu...

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Page 79: ...al installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determ...

Page 80: ...prove the level of recycling of electrical and electronic equipment EEE and encourages designers to develop products with recycling efficiency in mind it also aims to improve our environment and reduce risks to human health through the proper treatment of discarded goods The WEEE logo on the product and its accessories or on its box indicates that this product must not be disposed of or dumped wit...

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