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USER MANUAL XDA Zest O2
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Black and white image of a Xda mobile phone with O₂ branding and control buttons (no readable text beyond brand name)User Manual
E2899
First edition
August 2008
Copyright © O₂ (UK) Limited. All Rights Reserved.
No part of this manual, including the products and software described in it, may be reproduced, transmitted, transcribed, stored in a retrieval system, or translated into any language in any form or by any means, except documentation kept by the purchaser for backup purposes, without the express written permission of O_2 (UK) Limited (“O _2 (UK)”).
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Wi-Fi is a registered trademark of the Wireless Fidelity Alliance, Inc
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Copyright® 2008, Adobe Systems Incorporated
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Table of Contents
Safety Information 12
Notices 20
O_2 Xda Zest specifications 21
Package contents 23
Chapter 1: Getting started
1.1 Getting to know your Xda 24
Front features ......25
Top features 26
Back features ....26
Bottom features 26
Left features ......27
Right features 27
1.2 Getting your Xda ready 28
Installing the SIM card and battery 28
Charging the battery 30
Installing and removing a microSD card ....31
1.3 Starting up 32
Powering your Xda 32
Using the stylus ....32
Calibrating your Xda 33
Locking your Xda 33
1.4 The Today screen 34
Status indicators ....35
Main window panels 38
Using the window panels 38
Now Screen 39
Professional 39
Classic 41
O_2 Menu 41
Speed Dial 42
Today Plug-In 44
Taskbar smart gestures 45
Enabling the Taskbar smart gestures 46
Screen orientation 47
Start menu 47
1.5 Searching for information ....48
1.6 Getting Help 48
Chapter 2: Xda features
2.1 Using the Xda 50
Xda pad ....50
Turning off the phone function 50
Adjusting the volume 51
2.2 Making a call 52
Making a voice call 52
Calling using the Xda pad 52
Making an emergency call ....57
Making an international call....58
Making a video call ....58
Making a video call from Contacts 59
Making a video call from Call History 59
Video Call Setting 60
General settings 60
Service settings 60
2.3 Receiving a call 61
2.4 Options during a call 62
Managing multiple calls 63
Chapter 3: Xda Synchronisation
3.1 Synchronising your Xda 65
3.2 Microsoft® ActiveSync 65
Synchronising via mini-USB 67
Synchronising via Bluetooth ^® 68
Synchronising with an Exchange Server 69
Chapter 4: Managing your Xda
4.1 Customising your Xda 71
Customising the Start menu 71
Customising the Today screen 71
Customising the Now screen 72
Customising the Today Plug-in ....73
Customising the gestures 74
Customising the O _2 Menu ....75
Entering your contact information ....75
Setting Sounds and Notifications 76
Setting the date, time, and alarm 76
Setting the ring tone 77
Wake-up settings 78
4.2 Managing and backing up files 79
Using the File Explorer 80
Chapter 5: Getting connected
5.1 Using the Wireless Manager 82
Enabling/disabling flight mode 82
Enabling/disabling the wireless connections ....82
Using your Xda as an external modem 83
Using a USB cable to connect your Xda to your PC 83
Using Direct Push 84
5.2 Using Bluetooth ^® 85
Activating Bluetooth in your Xda 85
Adding Bluetooth devices 86
5.3 Using Wi-Fi 87
Turning on Wi-Fi 87
Configuring wireless networks 88
Adding a wireless network 88
Using Wi-Fi Manager 89
5.4 Setting the GPRS connection 91
Connecting GPRS 92
Disconnecting GPRS 93
5.5 Setting the network 94
Configuring the network 94
5.6 GSM/3G Networks 95
5.7 Using the Opera Mobile 96
5.8 Using the Internet Explorer Mobile .....98
Chapter 6: Messaging
6.1 Entering text and numbers ..... 101
Using the Input Panel 101
Using the Block Recogniser ....101
Using the on-screen keyboard 102
Using the Letter Recogniser ....103
Using the Transcriber 104
Using the XT9 input mode 105
6.2 Email messaging 106
Setting up an email account 106
Managing email accounts 107
Sending an email message 108
Downloading email messages 109
Synchronising email messages 110
Managing folders 111
6.3 Threaded SMS 112
Sending a threaded SMS 112
6.4 MMS messaging 113
Accessing MMS 113
Editing MMS settings 113
Sending an MMS message 114
6.5 Windows ^® Live 116
Using Hotmail ^® 116
Using Windows® Live Messenger 118
Chapter 7: Organising your life
7.1 Using Contacts 121
Viewing Contacts 121
Using the SIM Manager 123
7.2 Using Calendar 124
Scheduling an appointment 124
Viewing an appointment 125
Viewing your schedule 125
7.3 Using Tasks 126
The Tasks list 126
7.4 Microsoft ^® Mobile Device Manager 2008 ......128
Using Mobile Device Manager 2008 ......128
Chapter 8: GPS features
8.1 GPS Catcher 130
Updating GPS data ....130
Setting GPS Catcher 131
8.2 External GPS 131
8.3 CoPilot Live 7 133
Using the trial version 133
Using the licensed version 135
Navigating your first trip 137
Quick address entry 137
More navigation tips ....138
Change the driving view ....138
Safety camera alerts 139
Find a Point of Interest 139
Chapter 9: Multimedia features
9.1 Working with pictures and videos 141
Using the camera 141
Camera features 142
Taking photos 143
Recording videos 144
Organising your pictures and videos 145
Chapter 10: O₂ Features and Applications
10.1 Newstation 149
Using Newstation 149
Using Newstation menus 150
Channel menu 151
Subject menu 151
10.2 Microsoft ^® Office Mobile 152
Excel ^® Mobile 153
OneNote ^® Mobile 153
PowerPoint® Mobile 153
Word® Mobile 153
10.3 Adobe Reader LE 154
Service and Support 154
Safety Information
Specific Absorption Rate (SAR)
Your O₂ Xda Zest has been designed, manufactured and tested not to exceed the limits for exposure to electromagnetic fields recommended by the Council of the European Union. These limits are part of comprehensive guidelines developed by independent scientific organisations.
European standards provide for the amount of radio frequency electromagnetic energy absorbed by the body when using a phone to be measured by reference to the Specific Absorption Rate (SAR). The SAR limit for the general public is currently 2 watts per kilogram averaged over 10 grams of body tissue.
The maximum SAR value for the O_2 Xda Zest is 0.754 W/kg @10g (CE).
Xda care
You should never attempt to open the Xda casing. There are no user-serviceable parts inside and you might damage sensitive electronic circuits and components. Unauthorised disassembly will void the warranty.
You should never leave your Xda in the window of your car or otherwise expose it to strong sunlight or excessive heat for a prolonged period. This may damage it.
You should never handle your Xda with wet hands or expose it to moisture or liquids of any kind. Continuous changes from a cold to a warm environment may lead to condensation inside the Xda, resulting in corrosion and possible damage.
If you pack your Xda in your suitcase during travel, beware of damage. Cramming a suitcase may crack the LCD display. Remember to switch off your wireless connections during air travel.
As with all other radio devices, touching the built-in antenna area during telephone conversation may impair the quality and lead to shorter standby time due to increased power consumption.
The battery
Your Xda is equipped with a high-performance Li-Ion battery. Optional battery types may be available; check with your local retailer. Observe the maintenance guidelines and your battery should give you a long service life.
- At the beginning of the battery's life, fully charge and discharge (let it go flat) three times.
- Do not overcharge the Li-Ion battery, as this can result in a reduction in battery performance and lifespan. The recommended maximum charge time is 2.5 hours.
Avoid repeated short charging. It is preferable to let the battery go flat and then recharge it completely.
- Avoid charging in strong heat or extreme cold. Ambient room temperature is preferable. The battery has its optimum performance in an ambient temperature of +5 °C to +50 °C.
- Do not store a battery near a fire or heat source.
• Use only the battery approved by the manufacturer. - Never replace the battery with a non-approved battery.
• Never soak the battery in water or any other fluid. - Never try to open the battery as it contains substances that might be harmful if swallowed or allowed to come into contact with unprotected skin.
- Never short-circuit the battery, as it may overheat and cause a fire. Keep it away from jewellery and other metal objects.
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Never dispose of the battery in a fire. It could explode and release harmful substances into the environment.
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Never dispose of the battery with your regular household waste. Take it to a hazardous material collection point.
• Do not touch the battery terminals.
WARNING! There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to the instructions.
The charger
• Use only the charger supplied with your Xda.
- Never pull the charger cord to release it from the mains – pull the charger itself.
Memory card
- Do not remove or insert a memory card or turn off the handset while data on the card is being edited.
- Do not touch the metal terminals with your hands or with other metal objects.
- Do not bend the memory card or subject it to violent impact. Keep it away from water and high temperatures.
- Keep all memory cards out of reach of small children.
- Do not short circuit the contact points or expose it to liquids or moisture. When not in use, keep it in the antistatic container it came in.
- Do not use force when inserting or handling the card, and do not expose it to excessive heat or strong magnetic fields.
Cleaning and storing
- Your Xda should always be handled with care and protected from dirt, dust and dampness. To avoid scratches, never place your Xda face down.
- If cleaning is necessary, switch the Xda off and wipe carefully with a soft, slightly damp (not wet) cloth. Use a cotton swab to clean the camera lens. Allow the Xda to dry completely before switching it on. Never use solvents for cleaning.
• Never expose your Xda to moisture or liquids of any kind. - Do not paint your Xda or otherwise block the keypad, microphone or earpiece function, i.e. with stickers.
WARNING! Failure to follow these instructions may lead to serious personal injury and possible property damage.
Driving safety
- Never use a handheld phone while driving. Use hands-free car kits or alternative hands-free accessories.
- For safety, we recommend the use of a cradle while using any form of hands-free accessory.
- While driving, we recommend that you use voicemail whenever possible, and that you listen to your messages when you are not in the car. If you must make a hands-free call when driving, keep it brief.
- An airbag inflates with great force. Do not place objects, including both installed or portable wireless equipment, in the area over the airbag or in the airbag deployment area. If in-vehicle wireless equipment is improperly installed and the air bag inflates, serious injury could result.
Electronic devices
Most modern electronic equipment is shielded from RF energy.
However, certain electronic equipment may not be shielded against the RF signals from your Pocket PC phone.
Pacemakers
To avoid potential interference, the Health Industry Manufacturers' Association recommends that a minimum separation of six (6") inches be maintained between a phone and a pacemaker.
These recommendations are consistent with the independent research by and recommendations of Wireless Technology Research.
If you have a pacemaker:
• Always keep your Xda more than six inches from your pacemaker when turned on.
• Do not carry your Xda in a breast pocket.
• Use the ear opposite the pacemaker to minimise the potential for interference.
• If you have any reason to suspect that interference is taking place, turn your Xda off immediately.
Hearing aids
Some digital phones may interfere with some hearing aids. In the event of such interference, call O_2 Customer Service to discuss alternatives.
Other medical devices
If you use any other personal medical device, consult the manufacturer of your device to determine if it is adequately shielded from external RF energy. Your physician may be able to assist you in obtaining this information.
Turn your phone off in healthcare facilities when any regulations posted in these areas instruct you to do so.
Hospitals or healthcare facilities may be using equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy.
Vehicles
RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle. You should also consult the manufacturer of any equipment added to your vehicle.
Posted facilities
Turn off your Xda where posted notices so require.
Magnetic media
Magnetic fields generated by Smartphone may damage data on magnetic storage media, such as credit cards, computer discs or tapes. Do not place your Xda next to such media.
You should never expose your Smartphone to strong magnetic fields as this may cause temporary malfunction.
Other Safety Guidelines
Aircraft
Regulations prohibit using your Xda while in the air. Switch off your Xda before boarding an aircraft or turn off the wireless connections.
Blasting areas
To avoid interfering with blasting operations, turn off your Xda when in a 'blasting area' or in areas posted: 'Turn off two-way radio.' Obey all signs and instructions.
Potentially explosive environments
Turn off your Xda when in any area with a potentially explosive environment and obey all signs and instructions.
Sparks in such areas could cause an explosion or fire resulting in bodily injury or even death.
Areas with a potentially explosive environment are often, but not always, clearly marked. They include fuelling areas such as gas stations, below decks on boats, fuel or chemical transfer or storage facilities, vehicles using liquified petroleum gas (such as propane or butane), areas where the air contains chemicals or articles, such as grain, dust, or metal powders, and any other area where you would normally be advised to turn off your vehicle's engine.
Choking
Keep your Xda away from children as the SIM card and other small parts present a choking hazard.
Cautions
Your Xda is a high quality piece of equipment. Before operating, read all instructions and cautionary markings on (1) AC Adapter (2) Battery and (3) Product.
- Do not use this equipment in an extreme environment where high temperature or high humidity exists.
- Do not abuse the equipment. Avoid striking, shaking or giving it a shock. When not using the unit lay it down to avoid possible damage due to instability.
- Do not expose this equipment to rain or spilled beverages.
- Do not use unauthorised accessories.
- Do not disassemble the Xda or its accessories. If service or repair is required, return the unit to an authorised service centre. If the unit is disassembled, a risk of electric shock or fire may result.
- Do not short-circuit the battery terminals with metal items.
About this guide
This document is provided as a Full User Manual to the O_2 Xda Zest and to this system only. O_2 Xda Zest is a trademark of the O_2 group of companies.
Mandatory statements
We hereby declare that the O_2 Xda Zest is in conformity with all essential requirements of Directive 1999/5/EC.
Year of Manufacturing: 2008
Notices
Regulatory Notices
Intended for use in the European Union.
Products with CE marking comply with the R&TTE directive (99/5/EC), the EMC directive (89/366/ECC), and the Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms (in parentheses are the equivalent international standards).
EN 301 908 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); Base Stations (BS) and User Equipment (UE) for IMT-2000 third generation cellular networks.
EN 301 489-24 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; part 24: Specific conditions for IMT-2000 CDMA direct spread (UTRA) for mobile and portable (UE) radio and ancillary equipment.
EN 60950-1 Safety of Information Technology Equipment.
ETSI EN 301 511 Global system for mobile communications (GSM); harmonised EN for mobile stations in the GSM 900 and GSM 1800 bands, covering essential requirements of article 3.2 of the R&TTE directive (1995/5/EC).
ETSI EN 301 489-1 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 1: Common technical requirements.
ETSI EN 301 489-7 Electromagnetic compatibility and Radio spectrum Matters (ERM); ElectroMagnetic Compatibility (EMC) standard for radio equipment and services; Part 7: Specific conditions for mobile and portable radio and ancillary equipment of digital cellular radio telecommunication systems (GSM and DCS).
O_2 Xda Zest specifications
| ITEM SPECIFICATIONS | |
| Processor Marvell TavorP 624MHz | |
| Operating System Microsoft ® Windows MobileTM 6.1 Professional | |
| Memory 256 MB NAND Flash ROM128 MB SDRAM | |
| Display 2.8-inch, 480 x 640 TFT Touchscreen Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)with 65,536 colour and back-lighting | |
| Frequency band HSDPA 3.6Mbps, UMTS 2100Mhz, EDGE/GPRS/GSM(900/1800/1900Mhz): Class 10 | |
| GPS Built-in SiRF star III chipset | |
| GPRS Class B, Multi-slot class 10 | |
| Camera Back: 3.0 megapixel auto focus camera. Front: VGA camera | |
| Connectivity Bluetooth : V2.0 EDRUSB : USB 1.1 compatibleWLAN : 802.11b/g | |
| Battery capacity 1300 mAh Lithium Ion(Manufacturer: TD HiTech Energy; Model: SBP-19) | |
| Expansion slot MicroSD card slot | |
| Audio Mini-USB audio portBuilt-in microphone and output speaker | |
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| Weight 120.5g (with battery) |
| Dimension 102 x 60.5 x 16.5 mm |
| Talk time* 3G: up to 3 hrs; 2G: up to 5 hrs |
| Standby time* 3G: up to 220 hrs; 2G: up to 260 hrs |
* The actual performance is dependent on multiple factors, including network environment and usage behaviour.
Package contents
Check your product package for the following items:
Standard items
| Xda Zest device with stylusBattery (1300mAh)AC AdapterMini-USB cableHeadset | Y-cable (audio/charging cable)Getting Started CDQuick Start GuideWarranty CardCoPilot map SD card |
NOTE: If any of the above items is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
Chapter 1 Getting started
1.1 Getting to know your Xda
1.2 Getting your Xda ready
1.3 Starting up
1.4 The Today screen
1.5 Searching for information
1.6 Getting Help
1.1 Getting to know your Xda Zest
Front features

LED INDICATOR STATUS
| Green Battery is fully charged. |
| Flashing green Signal/network detected. |
| Red Battery is charging. |
| Flashing blue Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, or GPS is on. |
| Flashing red Event alarm/notification |
FEATURE
| 1 | Earpiece receiverAllows you to listen to incoming/outgoing calls. |
| 2 | LCD touch screenThis 2.8-inch, 65,536-colour, 480 x 640 resolution, touchscreen TFT LCD allows you to write, draw, or make selections using the stylus. |
| 3 | OK keyPress to confirm a command or close/exit an open application. |
| 4 | End keyPress to end a call. |
| 5 | Navigation keyThis five-direction navigation key allows you to navigate through menus. Press down to confirm a command. |
| 6 | Call keyPress to receive an incoming call or to make a voice call. Press and hold to make a video call. |
| 7 | Start keyPress to launch the Start menu. |
| 8 | LED indicatorIt indicates the status of your battery, signal/network, Bluetooth, and WLAN. See the LED indicator table for more information. |
| 9 | Front camera lensMakes yourself visible during video calls. |
Top features

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3D rendering of a cylindrical device with a red arrow pointing to a labeled component (no text or symbols beyond the number 10)Back features

Bottom features

FEATURE
| 10 | Power keyPress and hold to power on/off the Xda.Press to set suspend mode or to wake Xda from sleep mode. |
| 11 | Built-in microphoneThe built-in microphone allows you to make or receive phone calls, record sounds and voices, or give voice commands. |
| 12 | Mini-USB sync/power connectorSynchronises data in your Xda with your PC or charges your battery. |
| 13 | Carrying strap holeAllows you to attach a strap to the Xda. |
| 14 | Reset key holeInsert your stylus into this hole to soft-reset your Xda. |
| 15 | Output speakerAllows you to listen to audio and phone calls. |
| 16 | Back camera lens3.0 megapixel lens for taking pictures and videos. |
| 17 | Back coverCovers the internal components such as the battery. |
Left features Right features


FEATURE
| 18 | GPS portAllows you to install a GPS antenna for better signal reception. |
| 19 | Volume keyAllows you to adjust the volume. |
| 20 | StylusUse the stylus to write, draw, or select items on the screen. |
| 21 | Hold keyAllows you to disable the keys and the LCD screen. |
| 22 | Camera keyPress to launch the camera. In camera mode, half-press to focus the object, and full-press to take a picture. In video mode, press to start recording and press again to stop. |
1.2 Getting your Xda Zest ready
Installing the SIM card and battery
Before you can make a phone call using your Xda, you need to install a Subscriber Identity Module (SIM) card. The SIM card contains your phone number, subscriber details, phonebook, and additional phone memory.
Your Xda comes with a rechargeable Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery.
New batteries come partially discharged and should be fully charged before using them.
CAUTION: Use only the specified battery.
To install a SIM card and battery:
- Remove the back cover.

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Illustration of a mobile phone with a blue arrow pointing to the top portion (no text or symbols present)- Insert the SIM card with its gold contacts facing down and the notched corner oriented to the upper left corner of the slot as shown.
- Install the battery into the compartment with its copper contacts properly aligned to the copper conductor on the Xda.
- Replace the back cover.

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Illustration of a gray mobile phone with a blue arrow pointing to the right side (no text or symbols)Charging the battery
The bundled battery is shipped partially charged. Charge the battery up to four hours before using for the first time.
To charge battery:
- Connect the mini-USB cable to the AC adapter.
- Connect the other end into the mini-USB connector at the bottom of the Xda.
- Connect the AC power plug into a grounded wall socket or power strip.
NOTES: The notification LED turns red and the charging battery icon appears on the status bar indicating that the battery is charging.
If your battery gets totally discharged, you need to recharge it for at least 20 minutes before you can turn it back on.
Installing and removing a microSD card
Your Xda is equipped with a microSD card slot. A microSD card provides you with extended memory where you can store your files and data.
To install/remove a microSD card:
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Locate the microSD card slot beneath the SIM card slot inside the Xda.
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With the golden fingers facing down, insert the microSD card into the slot until it snaps properly.
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To remove, push the card until it ejects out, then remove the card safely.

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Technical line drawing of a smartphone casing showing internal components and a highlighted internal component (no text or symbols)1.3 Starting up
Powering your Xda
Ensure that your Xda is fully charged before using it for the first time.
To turn on power:
- Press and hold the Power button on top of the Xda.

- Follow the on-screen instructions to align the screen and set the local time zone.
Using the stylus
The stylus is a pen-like Xda found behind the upper right corner of your Xda.

- Use the stylus to write, draw, select, or drag an item on the screen.
• Single-tap an item to select or open it. - Tap and hold an item to see a menu.
Calibrating your Xda
Calibrating your Xda ensures that the item you tap on the screen is activated. This involves tapping the centre of targets that appear in various locations on the screen.
To calibrate your screen:
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Tap > Settings > System tab, then tap Screen icon.
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On the General tab, tap Align Screen, then follow the calibration screen instructions.
Locking your Xda
You can lock the keys, buttons, and touch screen of your Xda to avoid inadvertently dialling numbers or launching any application.

- Locate the Hold key and slide downward to lock.
- Slide upward to unlock.
The Today screen
The Today screen features easy and accessible functions and tools that keep your Xda organised. It features the main window panels (Now Screen, O₂ Menu, and Speed Dial), the quick panel (smart taskbar gestures), the Today plug-in (home, weather forecasts, world time, and photo speed dial), Contacts (smart contact search), Task Manager, colour-based themes, and improved usability for Xda locking.

NOTE: To know more about customising the functions and tools on your Xda, refer to Chapter 4: Managing your Xda of this Full User Manual.
Status indicators
Refer to the table below for the status indicators.
| ICON DESCRIPTION | ||
Call status![]() | ![]() | Call in progress |
![]() | Call forwarded | |
![]() | Call on hold | |
![]() | Missed call | |
| General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) connection status* | ![]() | GPRS available |
![]() | Connecting via GPRS | |
![]() | Connected via GPRS | |
![]() | 3rd Generation (3G) service available | |
| High-Speed Download Packet Access (HSDPA) connection status | ![]() | Connected via HSDPA |
| Messaging status | ![]() | New Short Messaging Service (SMS) message |
![]() | New voice mail | |
![]() | New Multimedia Messaging Service (MMS) message | |
| Battery status[ww6c] | ![]() | Battery fully charged |
![]() | Battery partially charged | |
![]() | Battery charging | |
| [5S44] | Battery low | |
| Signal status | ![]() | No cellular phone service |
![]() | No signal | |
![]() | Searching for cellular phone service | |
| [ZYSZ] | Indicates signal strength | |
![]() | Xda off | |
| ActiveSync connection status | ![]() | ActiveSync synchronisation in progress |
![]() | Connecting with ActiveSync | |
![]() | ActiveSync connection not active | |
![]() | Synchronisation error | |
Sound status![]() | ![]() | Sound ON |
![]() | Sound OFF | |
| Wi-Fi status | ### | Wi-Fi is not connected |
![]() | Wi-Fi connected | |
| Bluetooth headset connection | ![]() | Bluetooth stereo headset connected |
![]() | Hands-free on | |
| Roaming service | ![]() | Roaming service. This icon appears if you have international roaming feature. |
| Mode status | [ZDC0] | Vibrate or Meeting mode on |
| Speakerphone status | [7WY0] | Speakerphone on |
| Alarm status | [XDA0] | Appears when you set the alarm |
| SIM card status | ![]() | No SIM card installed |
| Notification status | ![]() | Notice indicator |
Main Window Panels
The three main window panels (Now Screen, O₂ Menu, and Speed Dial) work as a shell to your Today screen and do not replace it. All of these panels are designed for a stylus-free navigation and support animated transitions.
Using the window panels
To use the window panels:
• Use the left-right gesture or soft keys to switch between the main window panels.
- Slide your finger in a downwards gesture, tap 📄, or press the ok key to close the panels and return to the Today screen (or the last active application).

Now Screen O

2 Menu Speed Dial

Now Screen
Now Screen gives you a quick and easy way to check your Xda status. You can see your most important information with a quick glance, for the fastest and most direct way to use your Xda. For example, you can open your Inbox to read new emails with just a tap, or with a few key clicks.
You can choose from any of these two Now Screen layouts: Professional and Classic.
NOTE: To customise the Now Screen settings, refer to the section Customising the Now Screen in Chapter 4 of this Full User Manual.
Professional
The Now Screen professional layout provides you with the following information:
- The battery indicator icon on the top left corner shows the remaining power in your battery.
- The network signal indicator on the top right corner shows the signal strength of your mobile service provider. Next to it the data connection status indicator.
- The weather forecast icon on the upper left for the selected city. Tap to open the weather details panel where you can update the weather forecast or access the weather options.

- In the upper middle you have indicators for emails, SMS, and missed calls. For example, when you receive an email you will see the email icon highlighted with the number of new email messages you have in your Inbox. You can open your Inbox to read new email messages with just a tap, or with a few key presses.
- With the speaker indicator on the upper right, you can adjust the following phone profiles on your Xda. Select On, Vibrate or Off from the profiles list.
- The digital clock in the middle of the Now Screen displays your current time and date. Tap to open the time screen for more details.
- Under the digital clock you will find the alarm notification bar when an alarm time is set and the corresponding option is enabled.
- You will find the next two appointment notification bars (if available) in the lower part of Now Screen. All day event appointments will not be displayed.
- The calendar displays the days that correspond to the selected month and year settings. The selected date is your Xda's current setting. You can see a full month, three weeks, two weeks, one week or disable the calendar from the corresponding option in the options.
- Use the left-right gesture or soft keys to switch between the main window panels. Slide your finger in a downwards gesture, tap 😊, or press ok key to return to the Today screen (or the last active application).


Classic
The Now Screen classic layout provides you with almost the same information you can find in the professional layout. However, some features are different, these are:
• The ability to choose between a digital or analogue clock views.
- The ability to disable or enable the display of current and upcoming appointments.
• The calendar is not available in the classic layout.
O_2 Menu
O_2 Menu allows you to quickly and conveniently access an application or feature on your Xda. You can navigate in any O_2 Menu screens without using the stylus and using only finger gestures.
To use the O₂ Menu, do either of the following:
- Tap the O 2 Menu soft key from the Today screen, then tap any of the tabs on the O 2 Menu.
- Tap > Programs > O₂ Menu, then tap or move your finger on any of the icons.
Slide your finger to go to the previous or next page or menu level.
Slide your finger downwards to return to the Today screen or to the last active application.

The nine sub-menu items in O_2 Menu contain these useful features and tools:
- Q Contacts: Under the Phone Book category you can find the O₂ Contacts tool. When you start entering a phone number or contact name, O₂ Contacts will automatically search and sort the contact entries that match the sequence you have entered. You can then select the desired number or contact from the filtered list to dial. To find a contact name you can enter the first letter of a contact's first name or surname. O₂ Contacts will search for the letter starting from the first character of a contact name as well as from the character that appears after a space, dash, or underscore in a contact name. For example, if you tap number "5" which is associated with [j, k, l], contact names such as the following will be considered matches: Sue Jackson, Armstrong Jason, Julia, Lisa, Kim. If the matching list is long and you want to narrow down the search further, enter another letter. Each time you tap the back arrow you will go to the previous search screen.
- Task Manager: Under the Tools category. Use the task Manager to display your active programs list. Tap program to Activate, Close, Close All, Close All But This and Minimise All active programs to the Task Manager.
- Theme: Under the Tools category. Tap and select a colour to change the colour of key user interface elements (including Today).
- Xda Lock: Under the Tools category. You can lock your Xda using a hardware key, soft key on the Today screen or a shortcut. You also can unlock the Xda using only soft keys.
- Phone Profiles: Under the Tools category. This tool allows you to select one of three basic phone profiles Normal, Vibrate only, and Silent.
NOTE: To customise the O 2 Menu, refer to the section Customising the O 2 Menu in Chapter 4 of this Full User Manual.
Speed Dial
Speed Dial allows you to add up to 16 photo contacts of your choice. You can also add a shortcut to the O₂ Contacts on the panel.
- From the main window slide your finger in a left-right gesture to go to the Speed Dial panel. You can also have quick access to Speed Dial panel from any application using the taskbar gesture.
- Add your favourite photo contacts to the Speed Dial panel (applies only to entries stored in Contacts on your Xda).
- If the contact profile doesn't include photo, the name of the contact will be shown instead.
• You can devote a square(s) in the speed dial grid to recent received or dialled calls.
- Tap the photo, name, or number of the contact whom you want to call.
- The contact panel of your selected contact is then displayed. Select one of the phone numbers that you want to dial or send a text message.
- Tap Open to view the contact profile.
• To go back to the Speed Dial panel slide your finger in a right gesture or tap the back soft key.
• To close the Speed Dial panel slide your finger in a downward gesture or tap.

NOTE: To edit information associated with the selected contact, tap and hold the contact's name on the Speed Dial panel and select the corresponding option from the context menu.
Today Plug-In
The Today Plug-In consists of these four dynamic tab icons: Home, Time, Weather Forecast, and Photo Speed Dial. Tap any of these icons to quickly and conveniently access the applications or features on the Xda.

NOTES: Tap and hold a tab icon to enable/disable the Auto-Hide Mode of the sub-items or view the options in the selected tab.
To customise the Today Plug-In, refer to the section Customising the Today Plug-In in Chapter 4 of this Full User Manual.
Taskbar Smart Gestures
The taskbar smart gestures allow you, if enabled, to select and launch the Now Screen, O₂ Menu, or Speed Dial screen from any application you are in. The gesture panel thumbnails show you a real-time preview of the current panel status.

Taskbar Gesture: Now Screen selected

Taskbar Gesture: Q_2 Menu selected
NOTE: For more details on gestures, refer to the section Customising the gestures in Chapter 4 of this Full User Manual.
Enabling the taskbar smart gestures
To enable the taskbar smart gestures:
- Launch the O _2 Menu. To do this, do any of the following:
• From the Today screen, tap O₂ Menu.
- Tap > Programs > O _2 Menu.
- From the O 2 Menu main screen, tap Settings > O 2 Menu.
- From the Animation tab, select Enable taskbar smart gestures to launch one of the main window panels (Now Screen, O₂ Menu, and Speed Dial) from any application you are in.
- Tap ☒ when finished.
To use the taskbar smart features:
- Tap and hold in the left-half of the taskbar while moving your finger in a downwards gesture.
- Select one of the panels and release when the gray pop-ups window appears.
- If you release your finger outside the grey area then the highlight disappears and the panels launching is cancelled.
NOTES: You can use an alternative to the taskbar gestures by assigning a panel to one of the hardware keys using the default Windows Mobile button mapper.
If you want to activate the panel very quickly, you can just swipe your finger in a downwards gesture from the taskbar. The panel that will be activated depends on the gesture direction (left part of the screen: Now Screen, centre: O_2 Menu, right part of the screen: Speed Dial).
Screen orientation
You can set the screen to three different orientations:
- Portrait
- Landscape (right-handed)
- Landscape (left-handed)
Set to Portrait mode to get a better view or better operation of certain applications on your Xda. Set to Landscape when viewing pictures, video or viewing longer text files.
To change the screen orientation, tap > Settings > System tab > Screen, then select the orientation you want.
Start menu
The Start menu contains various programs and applications that you commonly use. Tap to display the Start menu items.
You can also customise the items that appear in the Start menu.
To customise the Start menu:
- Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Menus.
- Select the check boxes of the items you want to appear in the Start menu. You can select up to seven items.
1.5 Searching for information
The Search tool enables you to search for files and other items stored in your Xda or in the external MicroSD card. You can search by file name or by words located in various applications including the Calendar, Contacts, Excel Mobile, Word Mobile, Help, Messages, Notes, and Tasks. You can also filter your search to files larger than 64 KB.
To search for a file or an item:
- Tap > Programs > Search.
- In Search for field, enter the file name, word, or other information you want to search.
- In Type field, select the data type to help you filter your search.
- Tap Search. Found items are listed in Results.
- In the Results list, tap the item with the information you need.
1.6 Getting Help
You can easily find Help for using any program on the Xda.
To get help for a program:
- From the Today screen or program, tap > Help. Then a page opens with links to topics that explain how to use the program.
Chapter 2 Xda Zest features
2.1 Using the Xda Zest
2.2 Making a call
2.3 Receiving a call
2.4 Options during a call
2.1 Using the Xda
Like a standard mobile phone, you can use your Xda Zest to make and receive voice and video calls. You can also keep a history of calls made, missed, and received, send SMS or MMS messages, take notes while talking, call from Contacts, and copy data from an installed SIM card to your Xda.
Phone pad
The phone pad allows you to easily dial and access the Contacts, Call History, and Phone settings.
To launch the phone pad, do any of the following:
- Tap > Programs > Phone.
- Press the Call key
Turning off the phone function
You may use other functions even when your Xda's phone function is turned off.
To turn off the phone function:
- Tap the signal icon 📋 or tap 📋 > Settings > Connections tab > Wireless Manager.
- Tap the Phone icon. The icon turns grey when turned off.
Adjusting the volume
To adjust the volume:
- Tap from the status bar.
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From the volume menu, you can:
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Move the slider to adjust the volume.
- Tap On, Vibrate, or Off to change the mode and ringer volume settings.
NOTE: You can also press the volume button at the left side of the Xda to adjust the volume.

2.2 Making a call
You can make a phone call using the phone pad. You can also make calls directly from the Contacts, Call History, Speed Dial, or Voice Commander.
Making a voice call Calling using the Xda pad
To make calls using the Xda pad:
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Tap > Programs > Phone or press to launch the phone pad.
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Tap the number or choose a contact or a recently dialled number from the list above the phone pad.
If you tapped the wrong number, tap ← to erase number to the left.
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Press ∪ to make the call.
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When finished, press — to end the call.
Xda pad features


Calling from Contacts
To make a call from Contacts:
- Tap Start > Contacts or from the Today screen, tap Contacts.
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You can do any of the following to make a call:
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Tap name of contact, then tap Call.
- Tap name of contact, then press
- You can also tap and hold the contact, and from the shortcut menu tap Call Work, Call Home, or Call Mobile.
- Tap Enter a name... then enter the name or number you want to call from Contacts. Press → to dial the highlighted item.
Calling from Call History
Your Xda enables you to check your call logs such as your missed, incoming, or outgoing calls.
To make a call from the Call History list:
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Launch Call History. To do this, do any of the following:
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Tap > Programs > Phone, then tap Menu > Call History.
• After making a call, tap Call history.
The Call History screen displays the following tabs:
- (default): Displays all calls made, received, or missed.
• : Displays all missed calls.
• : Displays all the calls you made.
• : Displays all the calls you received.
- Scroll to the desired contact or phone number, then tap Call or press.
Tap Menu to do other tasks such as saving a caller's contact information to your Contacts list, or send a text message to a caller.
- Press → to end the call.
Calling using Smart dialler
The Smart dialler feature in your Xda enables you to find a contact more quickly. Just key in the first letters of the contact you want to call. Your Xda smartly matches it with your Contacts list and displays the possible matches.
To use Smart dialler:
- On the phone pad, key in the first letters of the contact name.
- From the list displayed, tap the contact you want to call.
- Press
- To end the call, press ____.
Calling using the Speed Dial
The Speed Dial function enables you to quickly and conveniently call frequently called numbers. You may assign speed dial entries from 2-99.
To create a Speed Dial entry:
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Ensure that the entry you want to create is already in the Contacts list.
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Tap from the Today screen.
- Tap Menu > Speed Dial to enter the Speed Dial menu. Tap Menu > New to add a contact.
- Edit the name and number and select a numeric key for this contact.
- Tap when finished.
To call a Speed Dial number:
- Tap > Phone. Tap and hold the numeric key assigned to the contact you want to call.
- To end the call, press ____.
To delete a Speed Dial entry:
- Tap > Phone > Menu > Speed Dial.
- Tap the contact that you want to delete from the speed dial list, then tap Delete.
- Tap Yes from the pop-up message.
Using Voice Commander
To make a phone call using Voice Commander:
- Tap > Programs > Voice Commander.
- From the following screen, your Xda asks you to "Say command".
- Audibly say "Call" then the name to call from your Contact list.
- Say "Yes" or "No" after the confirmation question.
If you said "Yes", the application proceeds and dials the number. Otherwise, it returns to the
Voice Commander menu.
- Say "Goodbye" or tap 🙏 to exit Voice Commander.
NOTES: To use Voice Commander while using a headset, press the answer button* on the headset then follow given instructions. (* Answer button may not be available in some headset models.)
Some languages may not support the Voice Commander function.
To personalise the voice commander:
- Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Voice Commander Settings.
- Set the Voice Commander according to your preference.
Refer to the Help centre on your Xda for details.
To launch the Help centre, tap

- Tap when done.
Making an emergency call
Calls to emergency service number can be made under any circumstances, even if you have locked the SIM card.
To place an emergency call:
Enter the emergency number appropriate for your location, and press ↘.
Making an international call
To place an international call:
- Tap and hold "0" on the keypad to enter a (+) plus sign.
- Enter the full phone number with the country code, area code, and phone number, and then press ____.
Making a video call
IMPORTANT: Before using the video call function, apply for a 3G SIM card from your mobile service provider.
Ensure that you and the recipient of your call are both using mobile devices with video call function, 3G SIM card, and under 3G network service.
Using the phone pad
To make a video call using the phone pad:
- Tap > Phone or press, then key in the number you want to call.
- Tap Menu > Video Call, then the Xda begins to establish the connection.
- When finished, press — to end the call.
Making a video call from Contacts
To make a video call from Contacts:
- From the Today screen, tap Contacts.
- Select a contact and tap Menu > Video Call.
- When finished, press → to end the call.
Making a video call from Call History
To make a call from the Call History list:
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Launch Call History. To do this, do any of the following:
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Tap > Programs > Phone > Menu > Call History.
• After making a call, tap Call history.
The Call History screen displays the following tabs:
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(default): Displays all calls made, received, or missed.
• : Displays all missed calls.
• : Displays all the calls you made.
• : Displays all the calls you received. -
Scroll to the desired contact or phone number, then tap Menu > Video Call.
- Press to end the call.

Video Call Setting
The Video Call Setting function enables you to set up the video call related features.
General settings
To set the General settings:
- Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Video Call Setting > General tab.
- Select your preferred items.
Select the Accept without camera box if you do not want to show your video profile in video call.
Select the Vibration when connected box if you want to enable the vibration alert when a video call is established.
Select the profile you want to show in a video call. The default is video profile. You can also set a picture as your profile.
Set the default audio path for video call.
- Tap Done or when finished.
Service settings
To set the Service settings:
- Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Video Call Setting > Service tab.
- Select the service item that you want to set. Then tap Retrieving Settings button.
NOTE: The service options vary with different service providers.
- Set the preferences that you want for your selected service option.
- Tap when finished.
2.3 Receiving a call
When you receive a call, a message prompts and allows you to answer or reject the incoming call.
To answer or reject an incoming call:
• To answer a call, tap Answer or press.
• To reject an incoming call, tap Ignore or press
NOTE: Press and hold
to switch receiver to speakerphone mode.
To terminate a call:
- Press ____.
2.4 Options during a call
Listed in the table below are the possible menu options for when a call is in progress. Some of these options are available only when multiple calls are in progress or during a conference call.
| IN-CALL MENU OPTION DESCRIPTION | |
| Hold | Places the active call on hold. You can also press during an active call to put it on hold. |
| Unhold | Activates the call that is on hold. You can also press to activate the call that is on hold. |
| Mute Switches off the microphone | for the active call (you can hear the caller but the caller cannot hear you). |
| Unmute Turns the microphone for | the active call back on. |
| Speakerphone On/Off Activates/deactivates the speakerphone. | |
| Turn Hands-free On/Off | Turns on the hands-free function. You can also press and hold to turn on/off the hands-free function. |
| Conference Joins together all existing calls if you have subscribed to this service. | |
| Paste Pastes the phone number you | copied from your messages, notes, or contacts to the phone pad instead of keying in the number manually. |
| View Contacts Opens the Contacts list. | |
| Save to Contacts Saves the caller to | the Contacts list. |
| Create Note Allows you to create a | note during an active call. |
| Call History Opens the Call History list. | |
| Speed Dial Opens the Speed Dial list. | |
| Options Opens the Phone settings. | |
Managing multiple calls
To answer another call:
- Tap Hold to place the first call on hold and answer the second call.
- To end the second call and return to the first call, press ____.
To hold a call to make a second call:
Tap Hold to place the first call on hold and call a second number. Press—to end the second call and go back to the first call.
To switch between calls:
To switch between two calls, tap Swap.
To set up a multiple call:
With multiple calls in progress, tap Menu > Conference.
NOTE: The service options vary with different service providers.
Chapter 3 Xda Zest Synchronisation
3.1 Synchronising your Xda Zest
3.2 Microsoft® ActiveSync
3.1 Synchronising your Xda
Your Xda enables you to synchronise data in your Xda with the data on your computer. You can synchronise contents and transfer data between your Xda and your computer using Microsoft® ActiveSync on Windows XP™ platform, or Microsoft® Windows Mobile Device Center on Windows Vista™ platform.
NOTE: For synchronising on Windows Vista™ platform, refer to the Microsoft Windows Mobile Device Center's website at http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/devicecenter.mspx
3.2 Microsoft® ActiveSync
ActiveSync allows you to synchronise data in your Xda with data in your computer. ActiveSync can also synchronise over a wireless or mobile network with Microsoft Exchange Server, provided that your mobile phone service or company is running Microsoft Exchange Server with Exchange ActiveSync. When synchronised directly with Exchange Server, you can stay up to date even when your computer is turned off.
During synchronisation, ActiveSync compares the data in your Xda with the data in your computer or Exchange Server, and updates all data with recent changes.
You can select and synchronise data in the following locations using ActiveSync:
- Contacts
- Calendar
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Tasks
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Notes
- Favourites
- Files
Media
You can also exchange data between your computer and Xda without synchronising.
ActiveSync is already installed in your Xda, but before you can synchronise data with your computer, you must first install ActiveSync in your computer. You can download the latest ActiveSync program from www.microsoft.com.
After you have installed ActiveSync, set up a sync relationship between your Xda and your computer. ActiveSync recognises your Xda and automatically transfers the synchronisation settings you have in your Xda.
If you wish to synchronise your Xda with Exchange Server through your company or service provider, obtain the name of the Exchange Server, user name, password, and domain name from your network administrator before starting the Sync Setup Wizard.
To install and configure ActiveSync in your computer:
- Insert the Getting Started CD that came with your Xda package.
- Follow the screen instructions.
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After the set-up is complete, the Sync Setup Wizard automatically starts when you connect your Xda to your computer. Follow screen instructions to complete the wizard.
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From the Sync Set-up Wizard, you can:
- Configure an Exchange Server connection to synchronise directly with an Exchange Server. Acquire from your network administrator the required parameters for input.
• Create a synchronisation relationship between your computer and your Xda.
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Select the information type that you want to synchronise.
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After you finish the wizard, ActiveSync/Microsoft® automatically synchronises your Xda. You can disconnect the Xda after the synchronization is complete.
NOTES: When connected, your Xda is automatically synchronised with your computer. ActiveSync synchronises every time you make a change on either the Xda or computer.
You cannot use WLAN to synchronise database.
Refer to your Windows ^® Mobile Help, for more information about ActiveSync synchronisation.
Wireless connection may require separately purchased equipment (e.g. Wireless router or Access Point).
Synchronising via mini-USB
You can connect to your Xda using the bundled mini-USB cable to synchronise to your computer.
To synchronise your Xda via mini-USB:
- After installing ActiveSync to your computer, connect the mini-USB plug to the mini-USB connector at the bottom of the Xda.
- Connect the other end of the USB cable to your computer. Upon connection, ActiveSync automatically synchronises your Xda.
Synchronising via Bluetooth®
NOTE: Ensure that Bluetooth is turned on both on your Xda and your computer.
To synchronise your Xda via Bluetooth:
- Configure the settings of ActiveSync and Bluetooth on your computer.
NOTE: Refer to the Microsoft ^® ActiveSync Help on your computer for details.
- Connect your Xda with your computer using Bluetooth.
NOTE: Refer to the section Using Bluetooth ^® in this Full User Manual for more details.
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From the list of connected devices, tap the name of the computer you want to synchronise with.
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Select ActiveSync, then tap Save.
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Tap ok to exit the Bluetooth settings.
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From your Xda, tap > Programs > ActiveSync > Menu > Connect via Bluetooth. The Xda starts to connect to your computer.
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When connected, tap Sync to synchronise data.
NOTE: Media files, such as music and video files, can be synchronised only via a USB cable.
Synchronising with an Exchange Server
To synchronise your Xda with Exchange Server:
- From the ActiveSync screen, tap Menu > Add Server Source...
- Key in your email address, then tap Next. If you prefer the Xda to detect the Exchange Server Settings automatically, select the check box.
- In the Server Address field, key in the name of the server running Exchange Server then tap Next. If necessary, tap the check box This server requires an encrypted (SSL) connection.
- Enter user name, password, and domain then tap Next.
- Tap the check boxes to select the data items that you want to synchronise with Exchange Server. To change the available synchronisation settings, select a data item then tap Settings. Tap Finish when done.
- Start the sync process.
Setting the synchronisation schedule
To set the synchronisation with Exchange Server:
- From the ActiveSync screen, tap Menu > Schedule.
- Set the schedule according to your preference. Refer to the table for input details.
| VOLUME RECOMMENDED SET-UP | |
| High | Select a shorter interval in the Peak times list. |
| Low | Select As items arrive option or a longer interval in the Off-peak times list. |
| While roaming | Check Use above settings when roaming. |
| Sending messages | Check Send/receive when I click Send. |
Chapter 4 Managing your Xda Zest
4.1 Customising your Xda Zest
4.2 Managing and backing up files
4.1 Customising your Xda Zest
Customising the Start menu
You can choose up to seven programs to appear in the Start menu.
To customise the Start menu:
- Tap > Settings > Menus.
- Select up to seven programs that you want to be on the Start menu.
- Tap
Customising the Today screen
To change the theme of your Xda:
- Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Today.
- From Appearance tab, select a theme for your Xda.
- Tap when finished.
To customise the items displayed on the Today screen:
- Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Today.
- From Items tab, check the items you want to show on the Today screen.
- Tap when finished.
To change the background image:
- Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Today.
- From Appearance tab, select the box of Use this picture as the background and tap Browse. Then tap an image to use as the background image.
- Tap ☒ when finished.
Customising the Now Screen
To customise the Now Screen:
- Launch the O _2 Menu. To do this, do any of the following:
• From the Today screen, tap O₂ Menu.
- Tap > Programs > O₂ Menu.
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From the O 2 Menu main screen, tap Settings > O 2 Menu.
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From the Now Screen tab, make the necessary settings:
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Select Show the Now Screen when the Xda wakes up to display the Now Screen each time your Xda wakes up from standby mode.
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From the drop-down list, select either Professional or Classic as the layout of the Now Screen. Tap Configure. to change the selected layout settings.
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Tap ☐ when finished.
Customising the Today Plug-In
To customise the Today Plug-In:
- Launch the O _2 Menu. To do this, do any of the following:
• From the Today screen, tap Q Menu.
- Tap > Programs > O₂ Menu.
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From the O_2 Menu main screen, tap Settings > O_2 Menu.
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From the Today tab, make the necessary settings:
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Select Auto-hide the tab content to hide the selected tab's content in the Today's Plug-In on the Today screen.
- Select Backlight indicator in the Home Tab to show the backlight indicator in the Home tab for quick access.
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From the drop-down lists, assign your Today's screen left or right soft keys to launch any of the functions or features, or to lock your Xda.
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Tap ☒ when finished.
To customise the items on the Today Plug-In:
- Launch the O _2 Menu. To do this, do any of the following:
• From the Today screen, tap Q Menu.
- Tap > Programs > O₂ Menu.
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From the O 2 Menu main screen, tap Settings > O 2 Menu.
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From the Tabs tab, set up the necessary settings. You can move up, move down, add and replace the item.
- Tap ☐ when finished.
Customising the gestures
To customise the gestures:
- Launch the O _2 Menu. To do this, do any of the following:
• From the Today screen, tap Q₂ Menu.
- Tap > Programs > O₂ Menu.
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From the O 2 Menu main screen, tap Settings > O 2 Menu.
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From the Animation tab, make the necessary settings:
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Select Enable taskbar smart gestures to allow you to launch one of the main window panels (Now Screen, O _2 Menu, and Speed Dial) from any application you are in.
- Select Animate transitions to allow animated transitions for the main window panels.
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Under the Animation effect on gesture, select the animated transition effect from the drop-down lists. From the Main Window drop-down list, select the transition effect when shifting between the main window panels. From the More/Back drop-down list, select the transition effect when you want to move back and forth between the subpanels of the main window.
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Tap when finished.
Customising the O₂ Menu
To customise the O_2 Menu:
- Launch the O _2 Menu. To do this, do any of the following:
• From the Today screen, tap Q Menu.
- Tap > Programs > O₂ Menu.
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From the O_2 Menu main screen, tap Settings > O_2 Menu.
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From the Advance tab, tap Menu. The list of default items on the O_2 Menu is displayed. Make the necessary changes.
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Tap when finished.
Entering your contact information
The Owner Information feature allows you to enter and display your personal contact information, such as your name, alternative contact numbers, and email address, on your Xda.
NOTE: We recommend that you enter your contact information so you can easily be contacted in case of loss.
To enter owner information:
- Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Owner Information.
- Key in your details and tap
Setting Sounds and Notifications
This function enables you to customise the sounds for ring tones, notifications, reminders, alert, warnings, email, text message, and key tones. The Xda comes with some polyphonic ring tones from which you can choose.
To change the sound:
- Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Sounds and Notifications.
- From the Sounds tab, select the items you want to enable sounds for.
- When done, tap
To change the notifications:
- Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Sounds and Notifications.
- From the Notifications tab, select an event from the drop-down list and change the settings.
- When done, tap
Setting the date, time, and alarm
To set the date and time:
- Tap > Settings > System tab > Clock and Alarms.
- On the Time tab, enter the Time zone, Date, and Time settings.
- Tap
To set the alarm:
- Tap > Settings > System tab > Clock and Alarms.
- On the Alarm tab, enter the necessary alarm settings.
- Tap
Setting the ring tone
With your Xda you can add and configure your favourite music as your ring tone. You can easily configure your favourite song or sound as your ring tone with the following compatible audio formats: aac, amr, .mp3, .wav, .wma, and .mid.
Adding the ring tone to selection
To add ring tone to the selection category under phone setting:
- Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Ring tones.
- Select a specific file extension from the list box.
- Tap to check a ring tone file that you want to add.
Tap ▶ to play ring tone sound and tap ■ to stop. - Tap when finished.
Changing the ring tone
To change the ring tone:
- Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Phone.
- On the Phone tab, select a ring tone from the Ring tone list box. The songs or sounds that you added as ring tone appears on this list along with the default ring tones that came with the Xda.
Tap ▶ to play ring tone sound and tap □ to stop.
- Tap when finished.
Wake-up settings
You can set the wake-up actions whenever your Xda is in sleep mode.
To set the wake-up action:
- Tap > Settings > Personal tab > Wake-up Source.
- Select from the available wake-up actions.
Tap Select All to select all actions or tap Select None to deselect all available actions.
- Tap ok when finished.
4.2 Managing and backing up files
To manage your files, you can use the File Explorer or a storage card (microSD card) on your Xda or the ActiveSync on your PC.
You can back up files to your PC using ActiveSync or copy files to a storage card on your Xda. You can also efficiently manage your files and folders using the File Explorer program on your Xda. Changes you make to the information on your Xda will not affect the information on the PC. If you want to automatically update information on both your Xda and PC, synchronise the information instead. For more information about copying and synchronising files, see the ActiveSync Help guide on your PC.
To copy a file using ActiveSync
Copying a file results in separate file versions in your Xda and your PC. Because the files are not synchronised, changes made to one file will not affect the other.
- Connect your Xda to your PC.
- In ActiveSync, click Explore.
- Select the file you want to copy on your Xda or PC.
- Do one of the following:
- From your PC, right-click the file, and click Copy. Right-click the desired folder on your Xda, and click Paste.
NOTE
To copy files to a storage card, insert a micro SD card (see Installing and removing a microSD card). You can play MP3 and other media files directly from a micro SD card inserted into your Xda.
- From your Xda, right-click the file and click Copy. Right-click the desired folder on your PC, and click Paste.
Using File Explorer
File Explorer allows you to manage the files and folders on your Xda just like you do on your PC.
To start File Explorer
- Tap > Program > File Explorer.
Once in the File Explorer application, you can do the following:
| TO DO THIS | |
| Create a new folder Tap Menu > New Folder. Enter a name for the new folder. | |
| Rename a file or folder Select the file or folder that you want to rename, and tap Menu > Rename. | |
| Delete a file or folder Select the file or folder that you want to delete, and tap Menu > Delete. | |
| Beam a file Select the file that you want to send. Tap Menu > Beam File... Select the device you want to send to and tap Tap to send. | |
| Send a file by email | Select the file to send, tap Menu > Send... > Outlook Email. The Outlook Email screen will launch with the selected file already attached. |
| Sort files and folders Tap Menu > Sort By, and select a sort option. | |
| Move a file or folder from one location to another | Select the file or folder that you want to move. Tap Menu > Edit > Cut. Navigate to the new location and tap Menu > Edit > Paste. |
| Duplicate a file or folder | Select the file or folder that you want to duplicate. Tap Menu > Edit > Copy. Navigate to the new location and tap Menu > Edit > Paste. |
Chapter 5 Getting connected
5.1 Using the Wireless Manager
5.2 Using Bluetooth®
5.3 Using Wi-Fi
5.4 Setting the GPRS connection
5.5 Setting the network
5.6 GSM/3G networks
5.7 Using the Opera Mobile
5.8 Using the Internet Explorer Mobile
5.1 Using the Wireless Manager
The Wireless Manager allows you to enable/disable the flight mode function; enable/disable Wi-Fi, Wireless, Bluetooth and phone connections; use your Xda as an external modem; and disable/enable Direct Push.
Enabling/disabling flight mode
Your Xda allows you to enable flight mode before taking an onboard flight. The flight mode feature enables you to turn off the wireless connections and transmitting function of your Xda but allows you to use its basic functions, such as listen to music and play games, while onboard. You cannot send SMS or make calls while flight mode is enabled.

To enable/disable flight mode:
- Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Wireless Manager.
- Tap the Flight Mode icon. When enabled, the icon turns blue.
To disable the flight mode function, tap the Flight Mode icon. The icon turns gray when disabled.
Enabling/disabling the wireless connections
You can turn on/off the wireless connections on your Xda such as Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GPRS connections from the Wireless Manager application.
To enable/disable the wireless connections:
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Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Wireless Manager.
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Tap the Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or GPRS icons to turn on any of these wireless connections. The selected icon turns blue when enabled.
To disable a wireless connection, tap the icon of the wireless connection that you want to turn off. The icon turns gray when disabled.
Using your Xda as an external modem
With Internet Sharing, you can use your Xda to connect your PC to the Internet. To connect your Xda to your PC, you can use a USB Bluetooth dongle.
NOTE: Ensure that you have Internet connection via Wi-Fi or GPRS connection. Refer to the Wi-Fi or GRPS sections in this Full User Manual for more details.
Using a USB cable to connect your Xda to your PC
NOTE: Ensure that you have installed Microsoft
® ActiveSync 4.5 or later on your PC.
To use a USB cable to connect your Xda to your PC:
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Ensure that the ActiveSync USB connection on your PC is disabled. To disable:
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Open ActiveSync on your PC, and click File > Connection Settings.
• Clear the Allow USB connections checkbox. -
Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Wireless Manager > Internet Sharing.
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Select USB from the PC Connection drop-down list.
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From the Network Connection list, select the network that your Xda will use to connect to the Internet.
- Tap Connect. Allow a few seconds for your Xda to establish the Internet connection.
Using Direct Push
Direct Push is a technology that allows you to continuously retrieve email messages even without synchronising your Xda with your PC.
To use Direct Push:
- Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Wireless Manager.
- Tap the Direct Push icon to enable the Direct Push function. When enabled, the icon turns blue. To disable Direct Push, tap the Direct Push icon. The icon turns grey when disabled.
5.2 Using Bluetooth®
Bluetooth ^® is a short-range wireless communication technology that allows devices with Bluetooth capabilities to exchange data within a radius of about 10 meters (30 feet) without requiring a physical connection. With Bluetooth enabled in your Xda, you can:
- Connect and communicate, such as beam files, tasks, or contacts, with other Bluetooth-enabled devices.
- Use Bluetooth service. After you connect to another device or computer using Bluetooth, you can use the services available on that device.
Activating Bluetooth in your Xda
Use the Wireless Manager to enable or disable Bluetooth in your Xda.
To activate Bluetooth in your Xda:
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Launch the Wireless Manager. To do this, you can either:
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Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Wireless Manager.
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Tap > Wireless Manager.
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Tap the Bluetooth icon to turn on/off the Bluetooth connection. The icon turns blue when enabled, and grey when disabled.
TIP: When not in use, deactivate Bluetooth in your Xda to conserve battery power.
Adding Bluetooth devices
To add Bluetooth devices:
- Ensure that Bluetooth is enabled on the device you want to add and the device is set as visible.
- Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Bluetooth.
- Tap Add new device... to search for available Bluetooth devices. The search may take a while.
- Select the device you want to connect to, then tap Next or press the Right Soft key.
- Enter the alphanumeric passcode of the device you want to connect then tap Next or press the Right Soft key. You can find the passcode in the documentation that came with the target device.
- Enter the display name for this connection.
- Repeat steps 3 - 6 to connect to more devices.
5.3 Using Wi-Fi
NOTE: Bluetooth and Wi-Fi share the same frequency band depending on the environment and wireless equipment being connected. Hence, performance may vary if both the device's Bluetooth and Wi-Fi features are used simultaneously.
Turning on Wi-Fi
To turn on Wi-Fi:
- Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Wi-Fi Manager > Menu > Turn On Wi-Fi.
The Xda then automatically scans for all available wireless networks within the Wi-Fi range.
- From the list of detected wireless networks, select a wireless network that you want to connect the Xda to, then tap OK.
- Select whether the wireless network connects to The Internet or Work network, then tap Connect.
- Enter a password and tap Connect. If no password needed, just tap Connect. The Xda then connects to the selected network.
Configuring wireless networks
To configure a wireless network:
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To launch the Wi-Fi settings page, you can either:
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Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Wi-Fi.
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Tap 📁 from the status bar and then tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
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On the Configure Wireless Networks screen, tap an available wireless network, then make the necessary changes.
If the wireless network you want to connect to is not on the list, tap Add New.
Refer to the succeeding sections for details on how to add new wireless networks.
Tap the Network Adapters tab and select an adapter. Tap an adapter to set if necessary.
- Tap when done.
Adding a wireless network
If the Xda fails to automatically detect the wireless network you want to connect to, you can manually add a network. Ask for the wireless network settings from your network administrator.
To add a wireless network:
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To launch the Wi-Fi settings page, you can either:
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Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Wi-Fi.
- Tap 🖱 from the status bar and then tap Settings > Wi-Fi.
Then tap Add New... from the Wireless tab.
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Enter a name for the network and select an item from the Connects to: drop-down menu. Then tap Next.
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Set authentication, data encryption, and network key. Ask your network administrator for this information. Then tap Next.
NOTE: Obtain the authentication, data encryption, and network key from your network administrator.
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If you need to change the EAP type, check the check box and then change the EAP type.
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Tap Finish when done.
Using Wi-Fi Manager
The Wi-Fi Manager shows connection status and information on a wireless network, and allows you to manually scan your area for available wireless networks.
To open the Wi-Fi Manager:
- Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Wi-Fi Manager.
There are four tabs in the Wi-Fi Manager:
• Wi-Fi status
This page shows the current connection status and link information.
- Setting
This page allows you to define settings for establishing a device-to-device wireless connection as well as power saving settings. We recommend you set the Power Save to Enable.
IP Info
This page shows the network information and provides a way to get the new IP address from the DHCP server.
The Renew button enables you to request the DHCP server for a new IP address.
This function would take several seconds to get the new IP address.
The Ping button serves as the network's diagnostic tool. It enables you to detect if your Xda is connected to the network.
Site Survey
This page shows the available wireless network. Tap Re-Scan to search for available wireless networks.
Each wireless network is preceded by an icon for easy identification. The network channel, RSSI, and SSID are also displayed in columns.
5.4 Setting the GPRS connection
Your Xda allows you to connect via General Packet Radio Service (GPRS). GPRS is a wireless communication standard. It supports a wide range of bandwidth that allows sending and receiving small bursts of data, such as email and web browsing.
To set a GPRS connection in your Xda:
- Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections.
- From the Connections screen, tap Add a new modem connection.
- Enter a unique name for the connection then select Cellular Line from the modem list.
- Enter the Access point name. Consult your network service provider for the access point.
- Enter your user name, password, and domain then tap Finish. Contact your network administrator for assistance.
NOTES: The network connection may vary with different locations and mobile service providers. Consult your mobile service provider for the applicable network connection in your area.
The charge for GPRS services and the GPRS connection settings might vary with different operators. Consult your service provider for suitable solution.
The GPRS and USB connections cannot be used at the same time.
Connecting GPRS
To connect GPRS:
- Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Connections.
- From the Connections screen, tap Manage existing connections.
- Tap and hold on an existing connection then from the pop-up menu tap Connect.
Tap Delete if you want to delete the selected connection.
- When connected, tap ☒ to exit.
If you have set a default GPRS connection, it automatically connects when you launch an application that connects to the Internet.
- Launch any application that connects to the Internet such as Internet Explorer. The Xda will automatically connect to your default GPRS connection. A pop-up callout appears to display the connection status.
- When connected, you can start browsing the Internet. If you are using Internet Explorer, the default site will be displayed.
Disconnecting GPRS
To disconnect GPRS:
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Tap > Settings > Connections tab > Wireless Manager.
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Tap the GPRS icon. The icon turns grey when disabled.
NOTES: You can only disconnect but you cannot enable the GPRS connection in the Wireless Manager application.
If your ActiveSync is set to sync with Exchange Server automatically, synchronisation will occur after you connect again.
GPRS will automatically reconnect every time you launch an application that requires GPRS connection (such as Internet Explorer or Windows Live Messenger).
5.5 Setting the network
Your Xda enables you to configure your Xda's network connection as well as set multiple networks in the order that you want to access them.
Configuring the network
To configure the network settings:
- Tap > Programs > O₂ Connection Settings.
- Select the Country and Profile from the drop-down lists.
- When done, tap ok.
5.6 GSM/3G Networks
GSM/3G Networks allows you to conveniently switch network type. Network options include Automatic, 3G, and GSM. The default setting is Automatic, which allows the Xda to search for the proper service automatically.
To choose network type:
- Tap > Settings > Connections tab > GSM/3G Networks.
- Select a proper network type, then tap
If you prefer to use the service your SIM card automatically detected, select Automatic.
- When prompted, tap 📋 to restart your Xda and apply changes.
NOTES: Network type varies with different service providers.
Ensure that you choose the right network type for your SIM card.
5.7 Using the Opera Mobile
Opera Mobile enables you to browse the Internet on your Xda. It allows you to import your favourite links from Internet Explorer; send links as email/SMS/MMS messages; and download images and copy texts from web pages.
To launch the Opera Mobile, tap > Programs > Opera Browser.
NOTE: Before using this application, ensure that you have Internet connection via GPRS or Wi-Fi connection. Refer to the GPRS or Wi-Fi section of this Full User Manual for more details.
| TO DO THIS | |
| Set a web page as the homepage | Tap Menu > Tools > Settings > General tab. Key in the URL address of the website that you want to set as the homepage. |
| Go to the homepage Tap Action > | Go to Homepage. |
| Go to a web page | Tap Action > Go to to enter or change the page address. Key in the address, then tap ok to open the page. You can also use this screen to access the Bookmarks and History folders. |
| Go back to the last web page viewed | Tap Action > Back. |
| Go to next web page viewed Tap | Action > Forward. |
| Stop the web page from loading Tap | Action > Stop. |
| Refresh the current web page Tap | Action > Reload. |
| Go to the top of the current web page | Tap Action > Go to Top. |
| Save a web page Tap Action > Save This Page. | |
| Manage saved web pages | Tap Menu > Tools > Settings > Manage Saved Pages. Tap Menu to add or delete saved web pages. |
| Bookmark a favourite web page Tap Action > Bookmark This Page. | |
| Manage bookmarks | Tap Menu > Tools > Manage Bookmarks. Tap Menu to add, edit or delete a bookmark. You can also create a folder and import Favourites from the Internet Explorer®. |
| Clear history, cookies, and cache | Tap Menu > Tools > Settings > History tab. Tap Clear History, Clear Cookies, or Clear Cache. A confirmation message appears. Tap Yes to confirm. |
| Open a new window Tap Menu > Windows > New Window. | |
| Toggle between windows Tap Menu > Windows > Next Window. | |
| Close a window Tap Menu > Windows > Close Window. | |
| Change the size of text on Web pages | Tap Menu > Display > Zoom and select the size you want. |
| Show or hide pictures on Web pages | Tap Menu > Display > Load Images to select (show) or deselect (hide) this function. |
| View a page in full screen mode | Tap Menu > Display > Full Screen. |
| Exit full screen mode | Tap and hold the screen. The menu appears. Deselect Full Screen. |
| Change Web page display options | Tap Menu > Display. Select one of the display options. |
| Show downloads | Tap Menu > Tools > Show Downloads. The list of downloads appears. Tap Menu to open or delete downloaded files. |
| Send a web link via email/SMS/MMS messaging | Tap Menu > Tools > Send Current Web Address As. Select if you want to send the link through email/SMS/MMS messaging. |
5.8 Using the Internet Explorer Mobile
Use the Internet Explorer® Mobile to browse the Internet on your Xda. With the Internet Explorer® Mobile, you can add a website to your favorites list; send a web link via SMS/MMS/email messaging; and do other tasks that you normally do while browsing the Internet on a desktop PC.
To launch the Internet Explorer® Mobile, tap

Internet Explorer.
NOTE: Before using this application, ensure that you have Internet connection via GPRS or Wi-Fi connection. Refer to the GPRS or Wi-Fi section of this Full User Manual for more details.
| TO DO THIS | |
| Set a web page as the homepage | Tap Menu > Tools > Options > General tab. Key in the URL address of the website that you want to set as the homepage. |
| Go to the homepage Tap Menu > | Home. |
| Go to a web page Tap the URL bar. | Key in the web address of website that you want to browse. |
| Set up the security settings such as allowing or clearing cookies, receiving alerts when a page is blocked or not secure | Tap Menu > Tools > Options > Security tab. Make the necessary security settings. |
| Add or delete favourites | Tap Favourites. From the Favourites screen, select Add/Delete tab to add, delete favourites. |
| Create a new folder in Favourites | Tap Favorites > Add/Delete tab > New Folder. |
| Adding a web page to the Favourites list | From the current web page, tap Menu > Add to Favorites. |
| Viewing a web page from your History list | Tap Menu > Tools > History, and select a web page. |
| Clear history, or temporary files | Tap Menu > Tools > Options... > Memory tab. |
| Send a web link via email/SMS/MMS messaging | Select the web page that you want send. Tap Menu > Tools > Send Link. Select if you want to send the link through email/SMS/MMS messaging. |
| Change web page display options | Tap Menu > View. Select one of the display options. |
| Change the text size on web pages | Tap Menu > View > Zoom Level. Select the size that you want. |
| View a page in full screen mode | Tap Menu > View > Full Screen. |
| Exit full screen mode | Tap and hold the screen. The menu appears. Deselect Full Screen. |
Chapter 6 Messaging
6.1 Entering text and numbers
6.2 Email messaging
6.3 Threaded SMS
6.4 MMS messaging
6.5 Windows® Live
6.1 Entering text and numbers
Using the Input Panel
When you start an application or select a field that requires text, symbols, or numbers, the Input Panel icon appears on the menu bar. The Input Panel allows you to select various input methods including: Block Recogniser, Keyboard, Letter Recogniser, Transcriber, and XT9.
Using the Block Recogniser
The Block Recogniser allows you to use a single stroke to write letters, numbers, symbols, or punctuations, which are converted into typed text.
To use the Block Recogniser:
- In an application that accepts user input, tap the Input Panel arrow, then tap Block Recogniser.
- Write letters, numbers, symbols, or punctuations in the designated writing area.
• Write letters on the abc (left) area of the box.
• Write numbers on the 123 (right) area of the box.
- Tap the spaceboxedspc button to input a space.
- Tap the special symbols button to input symbols, punctuations and other special characters.
- Tap Help button for help on how to write characters.
Using the on-screen keyboard
With the on-screen keyboard, you can enter texts, symbols, numbers, or other special characters.
To input text using the on-screen keyboard:
- In an application that accepts user input, tap the Input Panel arrow, then tap Keyboard.
- Tap the keys on the on-screen keyboard to enter.
To enlarge the on-screen keyboard:
- Tap the Input Panel arrow, then tap Options.
- Select Keyboard from the Input Method list.
- Tap Large Keys.
Using the Letter Recogniser
With the Letter Recogniser you can write individual letters, numbers, or special characters, which are converted into typed text.
To use the Letter Recogniser:
- In an application that accepts user input, tap the Input Panel arrow, then tap Letter Recogniser.
- Write letters, numbers, symbols, or punctuations in the designated writing area.
• Write capital letters on the ABC (left) area of the box.
• Write lower case letters on the abc (middle) area of the box.
• Write numbers on the 123 (right) area of the box.
- Tap the spaceboxedspc button to input a space.
- Tap the special symbols 📁 button to input symbols, punctuations and other special characters.
- Tap Help button for help on how to write characters.
Using the Transcriber
Transcriber is a handwriting recognition program that allows you to write in cursive, print, or mixed styles. It recognises not only written text but also numbers and symbols. Make sure to write legibly. See Help for more information on the Transcriber.
To use the Transcriber:
- Start an application that accepts user input, such as Notes or Word Mobile.
- Tap the Input Panel arrow, then tap Transcriber.
- The Transcriber Intro screen appears. Tap 🙏 to close the introduction, or tap Help to find more instructions.
To write using Transcriber:
- Tap screen to position the cursor where you want the text to appear.
- Use the stylus to write on the screen. The handwriting will be converted to text after you lift the stylus from the screen.
To edit text:
- Tap the text you want to edit to position the cursor.
- You can now rewrite the text or use the Transcriber gestures to edit your selected text. See Help ☐ for more details about the Transcriber gestures.
Using the XT9 input mode
The XT9 input mode enhances your text input as it provides you with possible word matches as you key in your text in a text entry, such as SMS messaging.
To use the XT9 input mode:
- In an application that accepts user input, tap the Input Panel arrow, then tap XT9.
- From the XT9 screen, tap the letters, symbols, or numbers that you want to key in.
6.2 Email messaging Setting up an email account
Before you can send and receive email messages, you need to set up an email account that you have with an Internet Service Provider (ISP) or an account that you access using a VPN server connection (typically a work account). You can send email messages by synchronising or by connecting directly to an email server through your Internet Service Provider or a corporate network.
NOTE: Before you set up an email address on your Xda, you must have an Internet or an email account.
To set up an email account:
- Tap > Messaging > Set-up Email.
- Key in your Email address and Password, then tap Next.
NOTE: By default, your Xda automatically attempts to obtain your email settings from the Internet, particularly for Internet email accounts such as Yahoo or Hotmail.
- If you want to manually enter your email settings, clear the Try to get email settings automatically from the Internet checkbox. Otherwise, tap Next.
NOTE: Obtain the email server information from your mobile service provider.
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Key in Your name and Account display name, then tap Next.
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From the drop-down list, select the time interval that you want to automatically send/receive email messages. If you want to view more download settings, tap Review all download settings, and select your preferred download settings.
- When done, tap Finish.
Managing email accounts
| TO DO THIS | |
| View a list of accounts | Tap > Messaging. A list of accounts is displayed with the number of unread messages in the Inbox of each account shown in parenthesis. |
| Send/receive Internet email messages | Tap > Messaging. Select the Internet email account for which you want to send and receive messages and tap Menu > Send/Receive. To stop this process, tap Menu > Stop Send/Receive. |
| Delete an account | Tap > Messaging. Select an account and tap Menu > Delete. |
| Switch between accounts | With an account open, tap Menu > Go To, then tap an account you want to switch to. You can also push the navigation key left or right to quickly switch to another account. |
| Changing account options | Tap > Messaging. Select an account and tap Menu > Options and then select the type of option you want to change. Tap when finished. |
Sending an email message
To send an email message:
- Tap > Messaging.
- Tap an email account.
- Tap Menu > New.
- In To: field, enter email address of the person to whom you want to send the message or tap Menu > Add Recipient to select from your Contacts list.
NOTE: If you are sending a message to more than one recipient, separate them with a semicolon (;).
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Key in your message in the message field.
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When finished, tap Send.
NOTE: If you are working offline, email messages are saved to the Outbox folder and sent the next time you connect.
| TO DO THIS | |
| Insert a picture/voice note/file into an email message | While composing your message, tap Menu > Insert > Picture/Voice Note/File. |
| Set the priority, security, permission, and language of an email message | While composing your message, tap Menu > Message Options. |
| Cancel a message | While composing your message, tap Menu > Cancel Message. |
| Save a message | While composing your message, tap Menu > Save to Drafts. |
| Delete a message With the message you want to delete selected, tap Delete. | |
| Move a message to another folder | With the message you want to move selected, tap Menu > Move.Tap the new folder and tap Select. |
| Sort messages | On any account screen, tap Menu > Tools > Sort By and select your desired sort method. |
| Insert a signature | On any account screen, tap Menu > Tools > Options > Signatures. |
| Change message options | On any account screen, tap Menu > Tools > Options.... |
Downloading email messages
To send and receive email messages:
- Synchronise email messages with Microsoft Exchange or Microsoft Outlook on your computer.
- Send and receive email messages by connecting directly to an email server through an Internet Service Provider (ISP) or a network.
Synchronising email messages
You can include email messages as part of the general synchronisation process. On Windows® XP platform, you need to enable mail synchronisation in Microsoft® ActiveSync. For more information on enabling mail synchronisation, see the ActiveSync online help on your computer. On Windows® Vista platform, you can synchronise your email messages via the Windows® Mobile Device Center.
NOTES: For synchronising on Windows ^® Vista platform, refer to the Windows ^® Mobile Device Center's website at http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/devicecenter.mspx
To connect directly to an email server, see Synchronising with an Exchange Server in this Full User Manual.
Managing folders
Each Messaging account has a set of five folders: Deleted Items, Drafts, Inbox, Outbox, and Sent Items. These folders store messages that you send and receive through the account. You can move a message to a different folder within the same account.
| TO DO THIS | |
| View message folder contents | Tap > Messaging. Select the account that you want to view.Tap Menu > Go To > Folders and select the folder that you want to view. |
| Moving a message to a different folder | Tap > Messaging. Select the account with the message that you want to move. Select the message you want to move and tap Menu > Move.... Select the folder into which to move the message. |
6.3 Threaded SMS
Your Xda organises your SMS messages from a single contact or number into a single thread of conversation, making it easier for you to follow the messaging flow and send the appropriate responses.
Sending a threaded SMS
To send a threaded SMS message:
- Tap > Messaging > Text Messages > Menu > New.
- Key in your recipient's phone number or tap To: to select a recipient from the Contacts list. Separate multiple recipients with a semicolon (;).
- Key in your message.
- When finished, tap Send to send out the message.
NOTE: Once your recipient replies to your message, your Xda displays the message thread, making it easier for you to follow the mobile conversation with your recipient.
6.4 MMS messaging
Multimedia Messaging System (MMS) allows you to send text messages with multiple slides. Each slide may include a picture, video or audio, or text. MMS messages are sent by GPRS (General Packet Radio Service) to email accounts or other MMS-enabled mobile devices.
NOTES: You need to subscribe to the GPRS and MMS services with your service provider before you can send and receive MMS messages. Ask your mobile service operator on how to activate the MMS feature. Only mobile phones with MMS feature can send/receive MMS messages.
Depending on the service that you subscribe to, you may not be able to send and receive MMS messages to users using a different mobile phone network.
Accessing MMS
To access MMS, do any of the following:
- Tap > Messaging > MMS.
• After capturing a picture or video clip, tap Menu > Send via MMS.
Editing MMS settings
- From the MMS main screen, tap Menu > Tools > Options.
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From the list of accounts, tap MMS.
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On the MMSC Settings tab, select your Internet Service Provider from the list. Tap Edit to access Multimedia Messaging Service Centre (MMSC) settings.
NOTE: Contact your mobile service provider for the detailed settings.
Sending an MMS message
To send an MMS message:
- Tap > Messaging > MMS > Menu > New.
- In the To: field, key in the mobile phone number or email address of your recipient.
You can enter it using the phone pad or tapping Menu > Add Recipient to select from your Contacts. If you have more than one recipient, separate them with semicolon (;). - In the Subject field, key in a subject for the message.
- Tap the Insert Picture/Video field. All of your pictures and video clips will be displayed in thumbnail view.
- Tap a picture or video clip to insert it to the message.
- Tap the Insert Audio field. All of your available audio clips will be displayed in thumbnail view.
- Select the audio clip you want to attach, then tap Select.
NOTE: You will not be able to attach an audio file to a slide with a video clip.
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Tap the Insert Text field and key in your message.
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Tap Send to send the message.
The following assumes that you are on the MMS message screen.
| TO DO THIS | |
| Copy the message to other recipients | Using the stylus, move the scroll bar to display the Cc: field. Key in the recipient's phone number or email address or tap Menu > Add Recipient to select a recipient from your Contacts list. |
| Hide a recipient's contact information from other message recipients | Using the stylus, move the scroll bar to display the Bcc: field. Key in the recipient's phone number or email address or tap Menu > Add Recipient to select a recipient from your Contacts list. |
| Hide sender information | Tap Menu > Options > Send Options. Select the Hide Sender checkbox. |
| Create an MMS message from a template | Tap Menu > Template > New from Template to compose a message using a pre-defined template. |
| Create an MMS message template | Create a message or open an existing message, and tap Menu > Template > Save as Templates. |
| Add preset or frequently used text strings to a message | In a text field, tap Menu > My Text. Select the text string that you want to add. |
| Edit a preset message | In a text field, tap Menu > My Text > Edit My Text Messages. |
| Request message read notification | Tap Menu > Options > Send Options. Select the Read Report checkbox. |
| Request message delivery notification | Tap Menu > Options > Send Options. Select the Delivery Report checkbox. |
6.5 Windows ^® Live
Windows® Live provides a set of services including email, messaging, and search that brings all your online necessities together. With Windows® Live, you can conveniently do the following on your Xda:
- Access your Hotmail, Messenger, or Microsoft Exchange account and send or receive email messages.
- Start a chat with your friends who are online.
- Search the web using the Windows® Live search engine.
To use Windows ^® Live, you must have a Passport account. If you have a Hotmail ^® or an MSN ^® account, you already have a Passport. Once you have obtained either a Microsoft ^® Passport or Microsoft ^® Exchange Server account, you are ready to set up your account.
NOTE: You need a Microsoft ^® Passport account to use Windows Live ^® application. If you do not have a passport account, go to www.passport.com to obtain one.
Using Hotmail®
Use the Windows ^® Live application to access your Hotmail ^® mailbox and access your email messages on your Xda.
To sign in Hotmail®:
- Tap > Programs > Windows Live.
- On the Windows Live-Sign In screen, tap Sign in to Windows Live to enter Windows Live Set-up session.
- Tap Accept, then enter the email address and password for your Hotmail® account.
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Select Save password and tap Next.
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Tap the check boxes to show or hide Windows ^® Live items on the Today screen, then tap Next.
- Select the items you want to synchronise on your Xda, then tap Next. Wait for a few minutes for the synchronisation process to finish.
The next time you sign in to Windows ^® Live, your username and password is displayed.
Using Windows® Live Messenger
To sign in and out of Windows® Live Messenger:
- Set email address and password in Windows ^® Live.
- When the setting is finished, tap > Programs > Messenger.
- On the Windows® Live Messenger main screen, tap Signing In.
- To sign out, press Menu > Sign Out.
NOTE: If you do not sign out of the Windows ^® Live Messenger application, you will remain connected. This may result in additional charges from your service provider.
Common Windows® Live Messenger features
| TO DO THIS | |
| Add a contact | Tap Menu > Add new contact, and follow the instructions on the screen. |
| Delete a contact | Select the contact to delete and tap Menu > Contact options > Remove Contact. |
| Send an instant message Select the recipient you want to chat with and tap Send IM.Key in your message and tap Send. | |
| Add other people to a conversation | From a chat session, tap Menu > Options > Add participant, then select a contact and tap Add. |
| Switch to another chat session In the list of ongoing chats displayed at the bottom of screen, tap the name of a contact with whom you want to chat. | |
| Return to the contacts list | Tap [icon: 2] at the bottom of the screen. |
| End a chat session | From a chat session, tap Menu > End Conversation. |
| See all who are chatting | From a chat session, tap Menu > Options > View participants. |
| Block someone on your Messenger contacts list from seeing and contacting you | In the Messenger contacts list, select the contact's name.Tap Menu > Contact options > Block contact. The contact will no longer be able to see your status or send you messages. |
| Unblock a contact | In the Messenger contacts list, select the contact's name.Tap Menu > Contact options > Unblock contact. |
| Change your status Above the Messenger contacts list, tap your name, then tap a status description to use. Or tap Menu > Change Status, then tap a status description. | |
| Send a voice clip | Tap Voice clip from a chat session to record then tap Send. |
NOTES: If your Internet service provider (ISP) only allows one Access Point Name (APN) connection at a time, you may meet some problems when using Windows Live Messenger concurrently with other Internet related applications.
We recommend that you close Windows Live Messenger before activating any applications that require an Internet connection such as Internet Explorer, MMS, or Streaming Player.
Chapter 7 Organising your life
7.1 Using Contacts
7.2 Using Calendar
7.3 Using Tasks
7.4 Microsoft® Mobile Device Manager 2008
7.1 Using Contacts
Contacts contains your list of contact information such as mobile or work numbers and email addresses. Using Bluetooth® on the Xda, you can quickly share Contacts information with other Xda users. If you use Outlook on your computer, you can synchronise Contacts between your Xda and computer.
Viewing Contacts
To view the Contacts list, do any of the following:
- Tap > Contacts.
• On the Today screen, tap Contacts.
The contact list displays the names of your contacts alphabetically. Beside each name in the contact list is an abbreviation for the default communication method, such as the person's work phone number (w), mobile phone number (m), or home phone number (h). Your Xda automatically sets a contact's mobile phone number as the contact's default number.
If there are phone numbers stored in your SIM card, the entries display with a SIM card icon before the name.
| TO DO THIS | |
| Create a new contact on the Xda | On the Today screen, tap Contacts > New > Outlook Contact. Enter the information for the new contact and tap 😊 |
| Create a new contact on the SIM card | On the Today screen, tap Contacts > New > SIM Contact.NOTE: You can only store one phone number for a SIM contact. |
| Edit a contact's information | On the Today screen, tap Contacts. Select the contact whose information you want to edit and tap Menu > Edit. When finished making changes, tap 😊. |
| Call a contact from the contact list | On the Today screen, tap Contacts. Tap the contact you want to call and use the stylus to scroll to the number you want to call, and tap Call. |
| Send a text message to a contact | On the Today screen, tap Contacts. Tap the contact to which you want to send a text message and scroll to the number. Tap Send Contact > Text Messages. |
| Send an MMS message to a contact | On the Today screen, tap Contacts. Tap the contact to which you want to send an MMS message and scroll to the number. Tap Menu > Send MMS. |
| Beam a contact's information to another device | On the Today screen, tap Contacts. Tap the contact to beam and scroll to the number. Tap Menu > Send Contact > Beam. Tap the device name to send. |
| Find a contact by name | On the Today screen, tap Contacts. If you are not in Name view, tap Menu > View By > Name. Enter the first few letters of the contact's name until the contact is displayed. |
| Find a contact by company | On the Today screen, tap Contacts. Tap Menu > View By > Company. Tap the company to see all the contacts listed under it. |
| Find a contact using filter | From the Contact list, tap Menu > Filter. Tap the category. To show all contacts again, tap All Contacts. |
| Assign a ring tone to a contact | On the Today screen, tap Contacts. Select the contact to which you want to assign a custom ring tone and tap Menu > Edit and scroll to Ring tone. Tap Ring tone and select a ring tone, then tap 😊NOTE: You can only assign a ring tone to contacts stored in your Outlook Contact list. |
| Add a picture to a contact | On the Today screen, tap Contacts. Select the contact to which you want to add a picture and tap Menu > Edit. Tap Select a picture... and tap an picture, or select Camera and take a picture to use.NOTE: You can only add a picture to contacts stored in your Outlook Contact list. |
Using the SIM Manager
SIM Manager enables you to manage your contacts stored in the SIM card, as well as to copy contacts from your Xda to the SIM card and vice versa.
To launch the SIM Manager, tap > Programs > SIM Manager.
| TO DO THIS | |
| Create a new contact on the SIM card | Tap New and then key in the contact name and phone number. Tap Done when finished. |
| Select/deselect all contacts on the SIM card | To select all contacts on the SIM card, tap Menu > Select All. To deselect all contacts, tap Menu > Deselect All. |
| Copy a contact from the SIM card to the Contacts list on the Xda | Select the contact entry that you want to copy. Tap Menu > Copy to Contacts, then tap Copy. |
| Copy or retrieve a contact from the Contacts list to the SIM card | Tap Menu > Retrieve from Contacts. The contacts stored on your Xda is displayed. Select the contact entry that you want to copy or retrieve from your Xda to the SIM card, then tap Retrieve. |
| Deleting a contact on the SIM card | Select the contact that you want to delete, then tap Menu > Delete. From the confirmation screen, tap Delete. |
| Calling or editing a contact | Tap and hold the contact that you want to call or edit, then tap Dial or Edit. |
7.2 Using the Calendar
Use Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events. You can also set the Calendar to remind you of your appointments. If you use Outlook on your computer, you can synchronise appointments between your Xda and computer.
To open the Calendar program, tap > Calendar.
Scheduling an appointment
To schedule an appointment:
- Tap > Calendar.
- Tap Menu > New Appointment.
- Enter information about the appointment.
To schedule an all-day event, in All Day, select Yes. - Tap
| TO DO THIS | |
| Make a recurring appointment | Tap the appointment and tap Menu > Edit. Tap Occurs and select one of the recurrence options. |
| Delete an appointment | Tap the appointment to delete and tap Menu > Delete. |
| Beam an appointment | Tap the appointment to beam and tap Menu > Beam... |
Viewing an appointment
To view an appointment:
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Tap > Calendar.
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Tap the appointment to view.
Viewing your schedule
To view your schedule:
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Tap > Calendar.
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Tap Menu > View and then select your desired view.
Agenda
Day
• Week
• Month
• Year
| TO DO THIS | |
| View today's appointment | From any Calendar view, tap Menu > Go to Today. |
| View your agenda for a specific date | From any Calendar view, tap Menu > Go to Date. Tap the date to view. |
| Show week numbers | From any Calendar view, tap Menu > Tools > Options. Select the Show week numbers checkbox. |
| Change the display of the work week | In any Calendar view, tap Menu > Tools > Options. and do the following:To specify the first day of the week, in 1st day of week, select Sunday or Monday.To specify the number of days you want to appear in a week, in Week view, select 5-day week, 6-day week, or 7-day week. |
7.3 Using Tasks
Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do.
The Tasks list
The task list is your “things to do” list. When you create or edit tasks with Outlook on your computer and then synchronise it with your Xda, additional information, such as due date, priority, and category, may show. A task that has been marked as high priority is preceded by an exclamation mark, and a low priority task is marked by a downward-pointing arrow. Overdue tasks are displayed in bold red.
NOTE: You can synchronise information on your Xda with your computer to keep your task list up to date in both locations.
| TO DO THIS | |
| Create a task | Tap > Programs > Tasks > Menu > New Task. Enter the task name and details, then tap ck |
| Mark a task as completed | Tap > Programs > Tasks. Select the task to mark complete, then tap Complete. |
| Delete a task | Tap > Programs > Tasks. Select the task to delete, then tap Menu > Delete Task. Tap Yes to confirm. |
| Change a completed task to incomplete | Tap [0382] > Programs > Tasks. Select a completed task, then press Activate to change status to incomplete. |
| Find a task | Tap [30ZW] > Programs > Tasks. Tap Menu > Sort by and select a sort option or Menu > Filter and select a category. |
7.4 Microsoft ^® Mobile Device Manager 2008
Microsoft® System Centre Mobile Device Manager 2008 provides organisations with enhanced security and control over mobile devices within their organisations, and gives mobile employees access to corporate resources such as confidential information on corporate networks with firewalls.
Using Mobile Device Manager 2008
Your company's network administrator can control the following features in your Xda:
- Password policies
The system administrator can impose setting up a password on your Xda, and set the password length and complexity.
• Communications functions lockdown
The system administrator can disable Wi-Fi, SMS, MMS, Bluetooth, email messaging, and camera functions in your Xda.
• Disable device applications
The system administrator can disable the applications in your Xda.
- File encryption
The system administrator encrypts the files, and turn on/off encryption on your Xda.
• Software distribution
The system administrator can distribute software/applications to your Xda.
NOTE: To connect your Xda with your company's resources, you need to enroll a domain. Consult your network administrator about using this function.
Chapter 8 GPS features
8.1 GPS Catcher
8.2 External GPS
8.3 CoPilot Live 7
8.1 GPS Catcher
The GPS Catcher allows you to update the Global Positioning System (GPS) data in your Xda. The GPS data contains important information about the status of satellite, and the current date and time for determining the satellite position.
Updating GPS data
To update GPS data:
- Tap > Programs > GPS Catcher.
- Tap Update to start update.
- Tap ☒ when finished.
NOTES: To make a successful update, ensure that your Xda is connected to the Internet.
GPS data expires in three days. You need to update it again when it expires.
You can also set GPS Catcher to update automatically, refer to the Setting GPS Catcher section for details.
Setting GPS Catcher
To set GPS Catcher:
- From the GPS Catcher screen, tap Menu > Setting.
- Set the options according to your preference. Tap Done when finished.
8.2 External GPS
Your Xda allows you to use an external GPS device to receive GPS data.
NOTES: Your Pocket PC support only Bluetooth-enabled external GPS devices.
Before using an external device, connect your external GPS device to your Pocket PC via Bluetooth. Refer to Using Bluetooth® section for details.
To set an external GPS device:
- Tap > Settings > System tab > External GPS.
- From the Programs tab, select a program port.
NOTE: By default, the port is set to GPD1. We recommend that you DO NOT change the default setting.
- From the Hardware tab, specify a hardware port and baud rate for your external GPS device to use.
NOTE: By default, the hardware port is set to COM2, and the baud rate is set to 57600. Refer to the Full User Manual of your external GPS device for details.
- From the Access tab, select the Manage GPS automatically (recommended) box.
IMPORTANT: If you clear this checkbox, some GPS related application in your Xda may not be able to obtain GPS data.
8.3 CoPilot Live 7
CoPilot Live 7 is a satellite navigation software that is pre-loaded on your Xda to guide you wherever you go – simply, safely, and reliably. You have 14 days to explore a full featured version of CoPilot Live 7 on your Xda. To continue enjoying its features, buy the full licence at www.copilotlive.co.uk/o2 before the end of the 14-day trial period.
NOTES: Ensure that you set the correct location, date, and time on your Xda to enjoy the best GPS functionality.
Before using CoPilot, ensure that you insert the supplied CoPilot map SD card into the microSD card slot on your Xda.
The supplied CoPilot map SD card contains the UK and Ireland maps.
Using the trial version
To use the trial version:
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Tap > Programs > CoPilot.
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In the online validation screen, tap Next.
NOTE: CoPilot will connect to the Internet every time you start using it during the 14-day trial period. This requires approximately 2kb of mobile data usage which you will be charged for.
- In the Subscription Alert screen, the remaining days on your free trial version is displayed. Tap Cancel to use the free trial version.
NOTE: The CoPilot Live 7 trial version on your Xda expires in 14 days. After it expires, you need to buy the full licence at www.copilotlive.co.uk/o2. Refer to Using the licensed version for more details.
If you are using CoPilot for the first time, you need to set up the following settings:
- From the list of data regions, select the region which you require for navigation, then tap Next. In the confirmation screen, tap Finish to confirm your selected region.
- In the Set Language screen, set the language for the on-screen text and voice guidance, then tap Next.
- Select between miles or kilometres for the distance unit used in maps and instructions, then tap Next.
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In the Warning screen, tap Accept to accept the Safety Warning Statement for CoPilot Live.
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After setting up the initial settings, the Welcome screen appears. The Welcome screen includes a quick menu which allows you to easily enter a Destination, select your Favourites, access your Settings, or Drive to set off. To close the quick menu tap
NOTE: Tips and tricks are displayed at start-up to let you learn more about the various features of CoPilot. Scroll backwards or forwards to see more tips and tricks, or tap 🙏 to close the window.

Using the licensed version
After the 14-day trial period, you need to purchase a full licence to continue using CoPilot Live. Purchase the full licence at www.copilotlive.co.uk/α. Once you have purchased a full licence, a Product Key will be sent to you via email.
To use the licensed version:
- Tap > Programs > CoPilot.
- In the Subscription Alert screen, tap Next.
- Enter your Product Key, then tap Next to activate CoPilot Live. You may activate CoPilot in any of these three ways:
Activating using the Internet connection on your Xda
- Tap Internet and then tap Next.
- Enter your email address when requested and tap Next.
Activating using the Internet connection on your PC
- Connect your Xda to a PC with an Internet connection using the synchronisation software and cable supplied with your device.
- Tap Internet and then tap Next.
- Enter your email address when requested and tap Next.
Activating via the CoPilot activation website
- Activate your licence on the CoPilot Live activation website at http://activate.alk.com.
- Once your CoPilot is activated, the Activation Successful screen is displayed. Tap Next to continue using CoPilot.
NOTES:
CoPilot Live automatically detects your Xda's built-in GPS receiver for navigation.
You will not be able to receive a GPS signal inside buildings, tunnels, garages, multi-storey and basement car parks. To work effectively the GPS receiver needs to have a clear line of sight to the sky.
Navigating your first trip
CoPilot Live uses GPS satellites to calculate your exact position so you do not have to enter your starting point. Simply enter your destination and CoPilot Live will take you there, providing detailed instructions all the way.
To navigate your first trip:
- From the CoPilot main screen, tap Menu > Destination > Address.
- Enter the city/town name of your destination.
- Select the correct city or area when it appears in the list below. Scroll down to see more options matching what you have typed.
- Enter the first three or four letters of the street name. Select the correct one when it appears in the list below the street name field.
- Enter the house number and tap Finish, or just tap Finish to skip this step.
- A screen will then appear, showing you a map of the route. Select Drive to begin navigating your route.
Quick address entry
In the UK, you can quickly enter an address in CoPilot Live using a full postcode:
- Tap Menu > Destination > Address.
- Enter the postcode. Select a street name and key in a house number then tap Finish.
More navigation tips
There is more you can do when inputting your destination and setting off.
• To plan a trip with multiple destinations, tap Menu > Plan or Edit Trip.
- To set and save your Home address for quick and easy route planning, tap Menu > Destination > Home.
• To create and manage your favourite destinations, tap Menu > Destination > Favourites.
Change the driving view
CoPilot Live has a selection of different driving views. Simply select Menu > Driving Views and choose from one of the below:
- Driver Safety
3D
• 2D Where Am I - 2D Next Turn
• 2D Destination - Itinerary (>)

Safety camera alerts
Safety alerts let you know where safety cameras are located. To enable this feature or to adjust the warning distance select Menu > >Settings > > Safety Alerts.
Taking a detour
You can programme CoPilot Live to make a detour from your current route. You can choose an alternate route, or just detour around a section of the route. Select Menu > Detour.
Find a Point of Interest
If you are running low on fuel, looking for a place to park or a nearby restaurant, tap Menu > ▶ Nearby POI to search for what you need.
Chapter 9 Multimedia features
9.1 Working with photos and videos
9.1 Working with pictures and videos
The built-in 3.0 megapixel camera allows you to take photos and record audio/video clips. After you have taken the photos and video clips, you can organise, edit, beam or send them using a messaging application.
Using the camera
To start using the camera, do either of the following:
- Tap > Programs > Pictures and Videos > Camera icon.
- Press the Camera button on the lower right side of your Xda.
To exit the Camera, tap the exit icon ✗ on the camera screen.
NOTES: By default, the preview screen is set to landscape.
After launching the camera, your Xda is set to camera mode by default.
Camera features

Taking photos
After launching the camera, your Xda is set to Camera mode by default. You can switch between camera and video mode by tapping the camera/video mode icon on the screen.
To take photos:
- Aim Xda to your subject then half-press the camera button to auto-focus on the subject.
While the camera button is half-pressed, the auto-focus frame appears on the centre of the screen. - Full-press the camera button.
- Tap Camera and then repeat steps 1 to 2 to take more photos.
NOTE: The image is automatically saved to the default storage location and can be viewed using the Pictures and Videos application.
Recording videos
To record videos, set the Xda to video capture mode.
To set video mode:
- Tap the video mode icon on the screen.
To record video:
- Aim Xda to your subject then half-press the camera button to auto-focus on the subject.
While the camera button is half-pressed, the auto-focus frame appears on the centre of the screen. - Full-press the camera button to begin recording. The record indicator turns from green to red while video is recording.
- Press the camera button again to stop recording.
NOTES: The video clip is automatically saved to the default storage location.
Use Windows Media Player Mobile to play back video clip in your Xda.
Use Apple® QuickTime™ player, if you wish to play video clips in your computer. You can download QuickTime™ installer from www.apple.com/quicktime.
Organising your photos and videos
Use the Pictures and Videos application to preview stored images and playback video clips.
To launch the application, tap 📁 > Programs > Pictures and Videos.
| TO DO THIS | |
| Set the photo scene | Set to Camera Mode. Select Menu > Scene. You may also tap the Scene Mode icon. |
| Set the photo/video size | Set to either Camera Mode or Video Mode. When you have chosen the mode, select Menu > Picture (or Video) Size to select the photo/video size. You may also tap the Picture Size icon. |
| Set the photo quality | Set to Camera Mode. Select Menu > Advanced. Choose from Normal, Fine, or Super Fine. |
| Zoom a photo | Set to Camera Mode. Tap the Zoom in or the Zoom out icon. |
| Set the timer for taking a photo | Set to Camera Mode. Select Menu > Self Timer or the Self Timer icon. |
| Save a photo or a video clip | Set to either Camera Mode or Video Mode. Select Menu > Advanced > General tab. You can save a picture or a video clip in a storage card or in the main memory. |
| Set the advanced settings | Set to either Camera Mode or Video Mode. Select Menu > Advanced. |
| View a picture or a video clip | Select the picture or video clip you want to view and tap View. |
| Delete a picture or a video clip | Select the picture or video clip you want to delete and tap Menu > Delete. |
| View your pictures as a slide show | Tap Menu > Play Slide Show. |
| Set a picture as the Today Background | Select the picture you want to use and tap View > Menu > Set as Today Background. Use the Left/Right navigation keys to select the display area and press Next. Adjust the transparency and tap Finish. |
| Send a picture or a video clip | Select the picture or video clip you want to beam and tap Menu > Beam. Tap the device to which you want to send and tap Beam. |
| Change the name of a picture | Select a picture and tap View >Menu > Save > Save as. Change the name in the Name field. |
| Edit a picture | Select the picture you want to edit and tap View. Tap Menu > Edit, and do the following:To rotate the picture 90 degrees, tap Rotate.To crop the picture, tap Menu > Crop. Use the navigation pad to position the first corner of the cropping area and tap Next. Position the second corner and tap Finish. To start over, tap Previous.To automatically readjust the brightness and contrast levels of the picture, tap Menu > Auto Correct.Tap Menu > Save As, to save the edited picture with a different name or to a different location. |
| Email a picture or video clip | Select the picture or video clip you want to send and tap Menu > Send. Select Outlook Email and tap Select. A new email message is created with the file attached. Enter the recipient's email address, the subject, and your message; and tap Send. |
| Send a picture or video clip using MMS | Select the picture or video clip you want to send and tap Menu > Send. Select MMS and tap Select. A new MMS message is created with the file attached. Enter the recipient's mobile phone number and the subject. Scroll down to Insert Audio (available only for pictures), press the centre navigation key, and select an audio clip to attach. Scroll down to Insert Text, enter your message; and tap Send. |
| Set a picture size to use when emailing pictures | Tap Menu > Options > General. Select the picture size. |
| Set whether pictures are rotated clockwise or counter-clockwise | Tap Menu > Options > General. Select to rotate either Right (clockwise) or Left (counter-clockwise). |
Chapter 10
O_2 Features and Applications
10.1 Newstation
10.2 Microsoft® Office Mobile
10.3 Adobe Reader LE
10.1 Newstation
With the Newstation in your Xda, you can conveniently browse news and blogs anywhere and anytime.
NOTE: Ensure that your Xda is connected to Internet when using Newstation.
Using Newstation
To read RSS news:
- Tap > Programs > Newstation.
- Tap a category folder to open.
- Tap a channel name to open.
- Browse your favourite subjects.
To create a new category folder:
- Tap > Programs > Newstation.
- Tap Menu > New Category then edit the category name.

To add a channel:
- Tap > Programs > Newstation, then tap a category folder to open.
- Tap Menu > New Channel. You can add a channel from either Internet or an existing file.
- Input from URL
Select the radio button of Input from URL and enter the URL address. Then tap Next.
Select a category where you want to add the channel. Then tap Finish.
- Import from a file
Select the radio button of Import from a file, then tap Next.
Select a folder and choose a file from the list.
Choose channels from the list, then tap Next.
Select a category where you want to add the channel, then tap Finish.
Using Newstation menus
Category Menu
To use the category menu:
- Tap > Programs > Newstation.
- Select a category folder. Then tap Menu. The menu list pops up.
- Tap an option that you need.
Channel Menu
To use the channel menu:
- Tap > Programs > Newstation.
- Tap a category folder, then select a channel and tap Menu.
- Tap an option that you need.
Subject Menu
To use the subject menu:
- Tap > Programs > Newstation.
- Tap a category folder. Then tap a channel to open. Select a subject and tap Menu. The menu list pops up.
- Tap an option that you need.
10.2 Microsoft® Office Mobile
Your Xda comes with pre-installed Microsoft® Office Mobile applications which enable you to create, view, and edit spreadsheets, presentations, note, and word files on your Xda. Use these applications like you would normally use the Office applications on your computer.
To access these applications tap > Programs > Office Mobile. Select the appropriate application to use.
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![]() | Excel Mobile allows you to view, create, and edit an Excel spreadsheet. |
![]() | OneNote Mobile allows you to view, create, and edit an OneNote file. |
![]() | Powerpoint Mobile allows you to view a powerpoint presentation. |
![]() | Word Mobile allows you to view, create, and edit a word file. |
Excel® Mobile
Excel® Mobile enables you to view, and edit spreadsheets on your Xda. Any editing or formatting done on a spreadsheet file is kept intact even when you open the spreadsheet file on your computer. Excel® Mobile is compatible with Microsoft® Office Excel 2007.
OneNote® Mobile
OneNote Mobile is a note-taking application. It allows you to capture information in multiple ways and organise it according to your needs. Besides text, you can also insert audio recording and pictures to your notes.
PowerPoint® Mobile
PowerPoint Mobile enables you to only view presentation files on your Xda. It is compatible with Microsoft® Office PowerPoint 2007.
Word® Mobile
Word® Mobile enables you to view and edit Word documents on your Xda. It saves the editing or formatting that you have done on a Word document from your Xda, even when you open the Word document on your computer. Word® Mobile is compatible with Microsoft® Office Word 2007.
10.3 Adobe Reader LE
Adobe Reader LE allows you to view portable document format (pdf) files on your Xda. To launch the Adobe Reader LE, tap > Programs > Adobe Reader LE.
Service and Support
For more information about your O _2 Xda Zest, answers to Frequently Asked Questions, documentation and software upgrades, please visit www.seeO2.com. You can also register online to receive information on updates and promotions.
Should you have further enquiries or feedback, log on to 02.co.uk/xda and click on Contact Us.
Alternatively, you may call us for assistance. For a complete list of customer service phone numbers, refer to your O₂ Warranty Card.




































