PalmPilot

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Security

If you're concerned about others having access to your data, you can lock your PalmPilot. Tap the Security application button. "Password" will appear as unassigned.

Enter a password, tap OK, then enter the password again. Now synchronize the data between your PalmPilot and desktop. In the Security application, tap Turn Off & Lock Device to turn off the power. The next time you start your PalmPilot organizer you'll be prompted for the password.

No one (including you) will have access to your information until the correct password has been entered.

Notes

It's a snap to take notes for a monthly conference call or other recurring event. Attach a note to the event, then simply click on the note and edit it each time the event occurs. Or, use the note function to store more details, i.e., the note attached to "flight to Chicago" might include the flight number, arrival, and departure times - even rental car and hotel information.

Super Organized

To be super organized, copy and paste meeting directions and other desktop-based e-mail content into notes attached to Date Book entries.

Graffiti Technology

Using the entire Graffiti area to form each character makes it easier for the PalmPilot organizer to distinguish the character you want from others with similar strokes. Special Insider Tip: For a better "V," write the letter from right to left.

If Found Call...

To increase the chances of having your PalmPilot organizer returned, enter "*If found call" in the last name section of the Address Book, plus your phone number. The asterisk will put this message at the top of the list. If someone finds your PalmPilot and taps on the address application, they'll know how to contact you.

To Do List for Phone Calls

If you don't have time to return all of your voice messages, key them in at your desktop, recording them into a To Do list. Enter the date and priority of each message. Note: Under the Show button you can check different options, i.e. PalmPilot organizer will show you only those calls you've returned or to which you've assigned priorities.

Add Your Signature To Your E-mail on PalmPilot

Now you can add your signature to your e-mail messages. From the New Message screen, tap Details. When the box appears, make sure it's checked. Using Graffiti Technology, write your signature at the end of your message. It won't show up in your message - only your recipient sees it. To disable the signature feature, tap the check box again so it's empty.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Maximize your PalmPilot organizer's power! Check out the following answers to questions asked frequently by fellow users.

 

 

 

Q: How can I make sure that my PalmPilot responds to input from my stylus?

Be sure to recalibrate your screen periodically. Go to the Preference application and tap on General. Select Digitizer from the pull-down menu, and tap the center of each target. Your PalmPilot is now calibrated for tip-top performance.

 

Q: If I somehow damage my PalmPilot screen, how long will it take to get it repaired?

Turn-around time for repairs is about five working days. For complete repair information, visit our Web site at www.usr.com/palm/custsupprepairfaq.html. Repair information is also available 24 hours a day via fax-on-demand at 800-762-6163. For more information, call Technical Support at 847-676-1441.

 

Q: Is it possible to activate and deactivate sounds on my PalmPilot?

Sure. Tap on the Preferences/General application. For sound, make sure the System, Alarm, and Game Sound boxes are checked. For silence, uncheck one or all of them.

 

Q: What's the ShortCuts function and how do I use it?

For words or phrases you use a lot, your PalmPilot includes seven defined Graffiti ShortCuts (i.e., date stamp is "dt", breakfast is "br"). To activate ShortCuts in any application, tap to define an insertion point and draw the ShortCut stroke (l). Now enter the ShortCut, such as "br" for breakfast. More importantly, you can create your own ShortCuts by tapping on the Applications button, then on Preferences. Now tap on ShortCuts and follow the prompts in the ShortCut Entry box.

 

Q: When should I change my PalmPilot's batteries?

The battery-level indicator of your PalmPilot is a bit like the gas gauge in a car. If you check the battery level frequently, you'll get to know how your PalmPilot responds. Delayed Graffiti response and slower movement between applications could very well mean your batteries are low. To keep your PalmPilot organizer running super-smoothly, replace them regularly.