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Targus PA840 User's Manual

1. Closing the window by pressing Fn Enter on the keyboard or tapping OK on the iPAQ saves the Fn number assignments automatically NOTE Use the programmable Fn keys for applications you use the most such as QMenu 20 To assign an Fn key to open a specific file such as a Word or Excel document 1 From the Hot Key tab choose the Fn number you want to assign then tap on the drop down menu arrow 2 Tap Choose Data File En Stowaway 1 00a ok Pick program to run with Fn Key Fook Fog Fn 3 Choose DataFile Fn 4 Fn 5 Fn 6 Connections Contacts Fn Z File Explorer Fn g Inbox Infrared Receive Fn 9 Internet Explorer n Microphone AGC Fr Q Microsoft Mone Fn number data file list A list of data files appears FE Select HotKey file 21 1 00a ok Folder All Folders v Type All Files v Templa Templa Templa Templa Templa Templa Phone Memo Templa 4 12 3 5 4 12 3 5 4 12 3 5 4 12 3 5 4 12 3 5 4 12 3 5 4 12 3 5 Select Hot Key file screen 3 Tap on the specific file you want to assign to the Fn number The Stowaway Hot Key tab screen appears Closing the Stowaway application by pressing Fn Enter on the keyboard or tapping OK on the iPAQ saves the Fn number assignments automatically 22 Accessing Help from the About Tab The About tab in the Stowaway application allows you to view the Stowaway keyboard software ver
2. 1 Insert the iPAQ into your synchronizing cradle and back up your files CAUTION If your iPAQ is synchronizing files wait for synchronization to complete before beginning the Stowaway keyboard setup 2 Insert the Stowaway keyboard software CD into your computer s CD ROM drive Setup begins automatically If setup does not begin automatically open Windows Explorer and double click the CD ROM icon Then double click the setup exe file to run the installation program Installing Applications xi Install T argus Stowaway Keyboard using the default application install directory No Cancel Installing Applications screen When Microsoft ActiveSync displays the message Install Targus Stowaway Keyboard using the default application install directory click Yes The application files are then sent to your iPAQ Application Downloading Complete Ea Please check your mobile device screen to see if additional steps are necessary to complete this installation Application Downloading Complete screen When the Application Downloading Complete screen appears click OK The Stowaway keyboard software is then copied to your iPAQ To complete the installation follow the on screen instructions on your iPAQ To verify that installation is complete on your iPAQ tap Start Stowaway is now visible in the Start menu Removing the Stowaway Portable Keyboard Software If necessary you can remove the Stow
3. damage Software e The Tab key functions as a tab character when you type in text such as in Notes or Word but will also move between fields e Inserting your iPAQ into the Stowaway before powering on your iPAQ ensures that the keyboard is recognized for immediate use e Key combination results are based on Pocket Word and Notepad Other applications may not support the key combinations or have varying results e Plugging in the ActiveSync cable can temporarily disable the Stowaway keyboard software To enable the keyboard software disconnect the ActiveSync cable and power cycle your iPAQ 15 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 e Stand stretch and move around several times every hour e Switch hands while performing tasks Use shortcut keys to move efficiently and avoid repetitive awkward movements e Type gently and lightly e Relax your shoulders and keep your elbows at your sides Adjust the keyboard so that you don t have to stretch to reach it e Adjust your position so that you don t have to bend your wrists to type avoid placing your wrists on a sharp edge If you feel discomfort or numbness in your hands wrists arms shoulders neck or back while typing consult a quali
4. key the Num Lock setting Enabling Num Lock emulates a 10 key keypad interface found on most standard keyboards Fn Backspace Off key Turns off your iPAQ To turn it back on press the Power button Fn Enter OK key Selects the OK in the top right corner of the display Selecting or tapping OK usually closes the window Fn Tab ESC key Closes the current window exiting the application if supported Esc functions may vary between applications Fn number Hot keys Launches a specific user defined application For more information see Assigning Hot Keys on page 18 Fn Windows Right tap Brings up menu options Same as tap and hold or right click Fn Delete Insert key Toggles the Insert Overwrite mode of the application if supported The use of the Insert key may vary between applications Fn Space bar Selects the Show Hide option for the on screen keyboard Hiding the on screen keyboard increases the working area Same as tapping on the keyboard icon Fn Small Space Shortcut Launches the Stowaway keyboard Stowaway application key Fn Today Shortcut key Launches QStart Tap Start then Help for a description of and information on how to use the QStart feature 13 Navigation Keys The navigation or arrow keys located in the lower right corner of the Stowaway keyboard enable you to quickly relocate the cursor on your iPAQ by using the Fn Shift and Ctrl keys in combin
5. A TRADITION OF EXCELL Stowaway Portable Keyboard for Compaq iIPAQ PocketPC USER S GUIDE The Leading Global Supplier of Portable Solutions LONDON New YORK LOS ANGELES TORONTO HONK KONG SYDNEY Contents The Targus Stowaway Portable Keyboard scccsssssssscsecsseee L Setting Up Your SlOWaA Way secccceccncisncscossnccascscecsecavseccsodectuveesstendsenseses 2 Installing the Stowaway Portable Keyboard Software cccceescceeceeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeees 2 Removing the Stowaway Portable Keyboard Software cccsccessceeeeeceeseeeeeteeeeeeeees 4 Setting Up the Stowaway Portable Keyboard 0 ccceecceesseceesecceeeeeeeeeeseaceeeneeceeneeeeas 5 Closing the Stowaway Portable Keyboard cccceesccesseceeseceneeeceeeeceeeeseeeeaaeceaeeeees 9 Using Your Stowaway Portable Keyboard cccsssscccsssssssrrreee LI Starting the Keyboard Software ccecsccessecceseeeceseeeneceesecceeeeeeeeeeecaeesaeceeeaeceeneeeeeees 11 Thines to REMEMDE sieisenco ennir esn inton cane sassteed udesaveatedtesdancgenstsdawasvassees 14 Customizing Your Stowaway Portable Keyboard Features eccceessseeeseeceeneeeeees 15 Tr ubleshooting ose jsvesdosccsieeavtantactesancceensesscsnesaceesnniacbatetenienncvenceninacs AA Frequently Asked QUESTIONS inicioi iik ne naien EE 24 Wartanty siener esenea onani e n EE EEE EE R A chat R SEE ERES REE SERE EENE 26 Technical Support oss scaasisceesicscccaasdbac
6. Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC devices The Targus Stowaway Portable Keyboard is designed to work only with the Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC Your keyboard will operate with the appropriate iPAQ model after the corresponding software drivers are installed Other versions of Targus Stowaway products are available for different PDAs Please check our Web site at www targus com for more frequently asked questions product information and software updates Is there a way my Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC can detect my keyboard without having to cycle the power Yes enable the Hot Dock feature from the Stowaway application When Hot Dock is disabled the default setting the keyboard is only detected while your iPAQ is powering up Enabling Hot Dock prompts your iPAQ to detect the keyboard at any time the power is on For instructions on enabling Hot Dock see Configuring Keyboard Settings on page 16 26 Warranty Targus warrants this product to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for one year If your Targus Stowaway Portable Keyboard is found to be defective within that time we will promptly repair or replace it This warranty does not cover accidental damage wear and tear or consequential or incidental loss Under no conditions is Targus liable for loss or damage to a computer nor loss of or damage to programs records or data nor any consequential or incidental damages even if Targus has been informed of their possibility This warra
7. aceasaccieshecenassvcnsapandccaussvanuessvvehavenaceageoadcaasbea EESE 26 Regulatory Comiplranee soiscsssaccecsccseceseck soccasencctececctenceeteazewvenccscatien a7 POC Statement cccsccciectestvecavscettesse desea toenails tosis divinadencevnaie aE EEEE eA 28 The Targus Stowaway Portable Keyboard The Stowaway Portable Keyboard is a convenient solution for typing data and commands into your Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC This compact fully functional keyboard e Enables you to type text and special characters into your iPAQ quickly and easily e Lets you instantly launch your favorite applications with simple key commands e Folds down to a convenient pocket size for traveling Stylus well Stylus well Stowaway Portable Keyboard and Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC In addition to this user s guide this package contains e Targus Stowaway Portable Keyboard e Targus Stowaway Software e Right angle power connector dongle Setting Up Your Stowaway Installing the Stowaway Portable Keyboard Software Follow these instructions to install the Stowaway keyboard software on your Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC Before installing the software make sure that e You save all open documents e ActiveSync is installed and active on your PC e Your iPAQ has at least 80 KB free memory a NOTE To check the amount of free memory tap Start and select Settings Tap the System tab then Memory To Load the Stowaway Portable Keyboard Application in Windowse
8. ation with the arrow keys The following table lists the available navigation key combinations Key Result Fn Emulates the Page up key Emulates the Page down key Emulates the Home key i t 4 Emulates the End key Shift Highlights one line of text upward from the cursor position Highlights one line of text downward from the cursor position Highlights one character to the left of the cursor position titl el gt Highlights one character to the right of the cursor position Ctrl Moves the cursor up one paragraph Moves the cursor down one paragraph Moves the cursor to the right one word Moves the cursor to the left one word iire gt 14 Things to Remember Hardware e Typing with the Stowaway keyboard on your knee does not provide the same robust feel as typing on a flat solid surface If you set the keyboard on an uneven surface it will bow slightly in the center To stabilize the Stowaway keyboard place it on a firm flat object such as a magazine book or briefcase e Use your stylus for selecting list items and making menu selections e Use the stylus wells in the upper right and left corners of the Stowaway keyboard to keep your stylus within reach e Make sure that you fully extend the docking mechanism and click the docking connector into place before attaching your iPAQ to the Stowaway keyboard to avoid possible hardware
9. away keyboard software from your iPAQ 1 2 4 Tap Start then select Settings Tap on the System tab and then Remove Programs The Stowaway keyboard is listed in the Programs in Storage Memory list Tap Targus Stowaway then tap Remove A dialog box appears Tap Yes to remove the keyboard software or No to cancel the operation To use the keyboard again you must reinstall the Stowaway Portable Keyboard software For more information see Installing the Stowaway Portable Keyboard Software on page 2 Setting Up the Stowaway Portable Keyboard O NOTE You must install the Stowaway keyboard software before you can begin using the keyboard For more information see Installing the Stowaway Portable Keyboard Software on page 2 Opening the Keyboard 1 Hold the unit in both hands and using your thumb push the latch down to unlock the case Stowaway keyboard closed 2 Unfold the keyboard and set it on a firm flat surface Unfolding the Stowaway keyboard 3 Slide the red end grips inward bringing the keyboard sections together Sliding the Stowaway keyboard ends together Attaching Your iPAQ 1 Slide the docking mechanism located at the top of the keyboard all the way out of the keyboard until the PDA foot flips up O NOTE If the PDA foot does not flip up check that the docking mechanism is fully extended Extending the docking mechanism and PDA foot 2 Lif
10. e case together until they click into place Folding the Stowaway keyboard 10 11 Using Your Stowaway Portable Keyboard Starting the Keyboard Software After installing the Stowaway keyboard software and restarting your Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC the keyboard software runs automatically and you can use the keyboard at any time to enter characters or commands O NOTE If the keyboard does not function after installing the Stowaway keyboard software and resetting the iPAQ check the settings in the Stowaway application For more information see Using the Stowaway Application on page 15 Stowaway Key Functions Most keys on the Stowaway keyboard work in the same way as on a standard keyboard The exceptions are e Application keys The Inbox Notes Contacts Word Calendar Excel and Tasks Money keys are preprogrammed shortcut keys on the right side of the keyboard e Today key The Today key activates the Today application e Caps Lock key The Caps Lock key toggles the Caps Lock mode in the Stowaway keyboard Fn Keys The Fn key on the Stowaway keyboard enables additional key functions such as Num Lock and Menu All keys embedded with blue characters are accessible by pressing Fn lt key gt The following table lists the available Fn key function combinations 12 Key Sequence Emulates Result Fn Caps Lock Num Lock All keys embedded with brown characters are accessible by enabling
11. fied medical professional Customizing Your Stowaway Portable Keyboard Features After installing the keyboard software on your Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC you can customize its options through the Stowaway application Using the Stowaway Application To access the Stowaway application tap Start then Stowaway on your iPAQ or press Fn Space small Space key on the keyboard 16 The available Stowaway application tabs are e Config Shows the Stowaway configuration options e Hot Key Lists the Fn 1 0 key assignments e About Shows the software name version copyright and Help button Configuring Keyboard Settings The Config tab in the Stowaway application allows you to regulate the keystroke speed and enable disable the following features e Enable Keyboard Allows the keyboard to work properly Disabling the keyboard suspends keyboard functions and frees memory resources for tasks that do not require the keyboard such as the voice recorder To disable the keyboard open the Stowaway application and tap on the box next to Enable Keyboard so that the check mark disappears e Hot Dock Allows for keyboard detection at any time while the iPAQ is on Disabling Hot Dock causes the software to detect the keyboard only when the iPAQ powers up To enable Hot Dock open the Stowaway application and tap on the box next to Hot Dock so that the check mark appears 17 To change these settings open the Stowaway application You will see t
12. he Config tab at the bottom of the Stowaway Settings window En Stowaway 1 00a ok Enable Keyboard Hot Dock Key Repeat Rate 180 ms Fast gt Slow Key Repeat Delay 350 ms Short F Long Test your Key Repeat settings in the Edit box below The quick brown banana jumped over th Stowaway Config tab Set your preferences and close the window by pressing Fn Enter on the keyboard or tapping OK on the iPAQ to save your changes Assigning Hot Keys The Stowaway keyboard software provides ten user definable hot keys 18 through the use of the Fn key plus the 1 through 0 keys across the top of the keyboard To define these hot keys 1 Open the Stowaway application then tap the Hot Key tab A Stowaway Pick program to run with Fn Key Fn 1 Stowaway Keyboard v Fr 2 lA tel Fn 3 Stowaway Keyboard Fn 4 Stowaway Keyboard Fn 5 Stowaway Keyboard Fn 6 Stowaway Keyboard Fn Stowaway Keyboard Fn 8 Stowaway Keyboard Fn 2 Stowaway Keyboard Fn 0 Stowaway Keyboard Stowaway Hot Key tab 19 2 Choose the Fn number you want to assign then tap on the drop down menu arrow An application list appears A Stowaway Pick program to run with Fn Key rs Fn 6 Stowaway Keyboard Fn 7 P Splash QMenu Fr 8 ostart Fn 9 QUtilities Solitaire Fn 0 amp oard St b windows Media Fn number assignment screen 3 Select the application you want to assign to the Fn number
13. mful interference in a residential 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 determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver e Move the computer away from the receiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Stowaway is a trademark of Think Outside Inc Compaq and the Compaq logo are registered in the U S Patent and Trademark Office iPAQ is a trademark of Compaq Information Technologies Group L P All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners The Leading Global Supplier of Portable Solutions Visit our Web site at www targus com Features and specifications are subject to change without notice 2001 Targus Corp PAS40 MILANO AMSTERDAM SINGAPC BRUSSELS N BARCEL
14. nty does not affect your statutory rights Warranty Registration at http Awww targus com product_registration asp Technical Support In the unlikely event that you encounter a problem with your Targus accessory please contact our technical support team at Email techsupport targus com Internet http www targus com tech_support asp Our knowledgeable staff is also available to answer your questions through one of the following telephone numbers North America Monday through Friday 8 00 a m 08 00 to 6 00 p m 18 00 Eastern time US amp Canada 800 283 6325 27 Europe Belgium 32 0 02 717 2451 Denmark 45 0 35 25 8751 France 33 0 1 64 53 9151 Germany 49 0 21 16 579 1151 Italy 39 0 24 827 1151 Netherlands 31 0 53 484 9470 Spain 34 0 91 745 6221 Sweden 46 0 8 571 4058 Switzerland 41 0 1 212 0007 United Kingdom 44 0 20 7744 0330 Eastern Europe amp others 31 0 53 484 9479 Regulatory Compliance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation 28 FCC Statement Tested to Comply This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits of a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against har
15. sion copyright and trademark information and also contains the Stowaway keyboard Help button To access About open the Stowaway application then tap the About tab To access Stowaway keyboard Help tap the Help button E Stowaway 1 00a Gk a Targus Stowaway Portable Keyboard Version 1 0 Copyright 2000 2001 Think Outside Inc All rights reserved Stowaway and Think Outside are trademarks of Think Outside Inc Targus is a registered trademark of Targus Inc www targus com Stowaway About tab 23 The Stowaway Help contents screen appears 1 00a ok Targus Stowaway Portable Keyboard Help Conventions Dedicated Keys Moving Around Selecting Text Special Functions Hot Keys Technical Support Copyright 2000 Think Outside Inc All rights reserved Stowaway Help contents screen To view all of the Help topics for your iPAQ from the Stowaway Help file tap View in the lower left corner and then tap All Installed Help You can also access the Stowaway Help file from the Programs window by tapping Start then Help and then Stowaway 24 Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions What should I do when I type on the keyboard and nothing happens e Check that your Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC is charged or that you have the AC adapter firmly connected to a working outlet e Make sure that your iPAQ is properly connected to the Stowaway Portable Keyboard Verify that the software is in
16. stalled according to instructions e Confirm that the Stowaway keyboard software is enabled e Use your stylus to access the Stowaway Help button from the Stowaway application For more detailed information see Accessing Help from the About Tab on page 22 Why can t I synchronize my Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC when it is attached to the keyboard The Stowaway Portable Keyboard does not replace your iPAQ computer s cradle To synchronize remove your iPAQ from the Stowaway keyboard and insert it into the cradle Then synchronize as usual Can I use the stylus while connected to the keyboard Yes you can use the stylus and the keyboard simultaneously For added convenience there are two stylus wells located in the top corners of the keyboard 25 Can I use my keyboard while am using the PC Card Expansion Pack or the CF Card Expansion Pack Yes if the expansions don t use the same communications port as the keyboard Otherwise you will have to switch between the keyboard and the expansion NOTE The viewing angle is slightly different when using an expansion pack with the keyboard My expansion pack comes with a power dongle is it necessary to connect both the pack and Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC to AC power when using the keyboard No the expansion pack can work by drawing power from the iPAQ For uninterrupted use and to avoid draining the iPAQ s battery connect the iPAQ to AC power Can I use my keyboard with other
17. t the docking connector until it clicks into place Lifting the docking connector 3 If your iPAQ needs charging connect the AC adapter to the right angle power connector dongle then connect the dongle to your iPAQ CAUTION You must use the right angle power connector dongle that comes with the keyboard Other connectors will not offer the same stability or fit and may cause interference when using the Stowaway keyboard 4 Line up the bottom speaker hole with the alignment marker on the keyboard docking connector and push down gently to make the connection Alignment marker Bottom speaker cutout Compaq iPAQ Pocket PC and Stowaway keyboard alignment markers You can now begin typing NOTE Use the keyboard on a firm flat surface for optimum performance and stability Closing the Stowaway Portable Keyboard 1 Pull your iPAQ upward to remove it from the docking connector and dis connect the right angle power connector if connected 2 Fold down the docking connector and PDA foot until flat then slide the docking mechanism into the keyboard Retracting the docking mechanism 3 With the unit still on a flat surface slide the red end grips toward the ends of the case separating the keyboard sections as far apart as possible Sliding the Stowaway keyboard ends apart 4 Lift the keyboard push the center up to form a W then close the keyboard pressing the four corners of th

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