Sharp Mobilon HC-4000, Operation Manual

Page 1: ...MODEL OPERATION MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...n unit damage from lightning is possible This Fax Modem is designed for use with analog telephone systems only Use with digital telephone systems often found in offices and hotels may cause permanent damage You need to be sure the line you are connecting to is an analog line Please check with the facilities manager before communicating FOR YOUR RECORDS For your assistance in reporting this product...

Page 3: ...gally responsible for any copyright infringement that is caused or encouraged by your failure to abide by the terms of this license 4 You may NOT modify or alter the Software Any portion of the Software that is merged into or used in conjunction with other software will continue to be the property of Sharp Corporation and will be subject to the terms of this license 5 You may only make copies of t...

Page 4: ... do not allow exclusion of implied warranties so the above disclaimer may not apply to you in such states and countries 11 The Licensor s sole liability and your exclusive remedy shall be repair or replacement of the non conforming Software which is returned to the Licensor with a copy of your receipt This is void if failure of the Software has resulted from accident abuse or misapplication 12 The...

Page 5: ... the illustrations used are based on the HC 4000 4100 Unless otherwise specified the information in this manual applies to all three models One of the models or certain accessories described in this manual may not be available in your country when you purchase this product Check with your local SHARP dealer concerning availability The HC 4000 HC 4100 HC 4500 will be referred to as the unit through...

Page 6: ...functions 10 Installing the batteries 13 Setting up the unit 19 HARDWARE 21 Replacing the batteries 21 Charging the battery pack For HC 4500 users 26 Resetting the unit 29 Connecting the unit to your PC 30 Using the infrared port for file transfer 32 Using the internal fax modem 33 Using a PC Card 34 SOFTWARE 36 Image Editor 36 Voice Recorder 40 Data exchange with other device via IR 47 ...

Page 7: ...5 COMMON QUESTIONS ANSWERS 53 TROUBLESHOOTING 57 APPENDIX 59 Hardware specifications 59 Character conversion tables 61 INDEX 65 ...

Page 8: ...xplorer Pocket Outlook TM Contacts Calendar Tasks Inbox Additional applications from SHARP in this unit make your mobile life even more comfortable Image Editor to edit images Voice Recorder to record audio notes IR Data exchange with SHARP ZR series units Checking the contents Please check the contents carefully The package should include the following HC 4000 HC 4100 HC 4500 Serial cable Modular...

Page 9: ...to problems you may encounter while setting up and using the unit APPENDIX Specifications and other information about the unit This manual assumes that you are already familiar with Microsoft Windows 95 or Windows NT 4 0 If necessary refer to the appropriate Microsoft documentation Conventions used The following keyboard and symbol conventions are used in this manual BOLD capitalized notations ind...

Page 10: ...way from extreme heat Do not leave it on the dashboard of a car or near a heater Do not leave it in any place that is extremely damp or dusty Do not drop your unit or subject it to severe impact Bending the body can damage the circuitry Do not use extreme force when pressing the display or keys Do not use sharp objects or your fingernails to touch the display screen We recommend you use only the s...

Page 11: ...se only a soft dry cloth Do not carry your unit in your back pocket as it may break when you sit down The display is made of glass and is particularly fragile Since this product is not waterproof do not use it or store it where fluids for example water can splash onto it Raindrops water spray juice coffee steam perspiration etc may also cause malfunction ...

Page 12: ...10 GETTING STARTED This section helps you get started the first time you use the unit Part names and functions ...

Page 13: ...ser Notification indicator Flashes red when a schedule alarm time is reached Solid green when the modem or microphone is in use Solid amber when the Ni MH Rechargeable Battery Pack option in HC 4000 HC 4100 is charging OFF key Press to turn off the unit ON key Press to turn on the unit PC Card slot For inserting a Type II PCMCIA card Stylus Use it to write on the display or navigate through the so...

Page 14: ...ack HC 4500 Infrared port For wireless communication with other handheld PCs SHARP ZR series unit and infrared capable notebook and desktop PCs and printing to infrared capable printers DC power jack For connecting to the AC adaptor included in HC 4500 package or the optional Docking Station Kit Serial port For connecting to a desktop PC for data transfer or to a printer for printing Memory module...

Page 15: ...Battery Pack for the main batteries and a CR2032 lithium battery for the backup battery Using other types of batteries may result in loss of data Always have the main batteries installed before installing the backup battery 1 Slide the battery replacement switch to the REPLACE MAIN BATTERIES position When you release the switch it may slip to the REPLACE BACKUP BATTERY position This is not a probl...

Page 16: ... table made of metal make sure the batteries are not in direct contact with the table otherwise a short circuit may occur and the batteries may heat up and explode 4 Reattach the battery holder to the unit noting the position of the projecting part on the battery holder 5 Check that the battery replacement switch is in the REPLACE BACKUP BATTERY position 6 Use a ballpoint pen to open the backup ba...

Page 17: ...osition Note You cannot slide the battery replacement switch to the NORMAL OPERATION position if the main battery holder is not completely inserted The unit operates only when the battery replacement switch is in the NORMAL OPERATION position Caution Avoid placing your finger in the space left when you remove the main battery holder Your finger may become trapped when you close the unit ...

Page 18: ...2 lithium battery for the backup battery Using other types of batteries may result in loss of data Use the supplied AC adaptor EA 58A to charge the battery pack Always have the main battery installed and charged before installing the backup battery 1 Slide the battery replacement switch to the REPLACE MAIN BATTERIES position When you release the switch it may slip to the REPLACE BACKUP BATTERY pos...

Page 19: ...e amber Note Make sure your unit is turned off You cannot charge the installed battery pack while the unit is turned on 5 The charging process takes about 3 hours When the Notification indicator goes off the battery pack is fully charge Disconnect the AC adaptor from the AC outlet as well as the unit 6 Slide the battery replacement switch to the REPLACE BACKUP BATTERY position 7 Use a ballpoint pe...

Page 20: ...ATION position Note You cannot slide the battery replacement switch to the NORMAL OPERATION position if the battery pack is not completely inserted The unit operates only when the battery replacement switch is in the NORMAL OPERATION position Caution Avoid placing your finger in the space left when you remove the battery pack Your finger may become trapped when you close the unit ...

Page 21: ...the ON key 3 Adjust the display contrast HC 4000 HC 4100 users While holding down the key press the key to darken the background or the key to lighten it HC 4500 users While holding down the key press the key to darken the background or the key to lighten it Note The first time you use the unit after purchase its screen may appear to be too dark or too light This is not a malfunction Follow the st...

Page 22: ...etting is 3 minutes To activate the unit again press the ON key About the backlight control key For HC 4500 users When your turn on the unit the backlight is usually on You can change the brightness of the backlight While holding down the Alt key press the key to increase the brightness or the key to decrease it Pressing the Backlight Control key turns the backlight to dim pressing the key again r...

Page 23: ...s prompting you to replace the batteries as soon as possible You can also check the battery power by double tapping the power status icon if it appears on the task bar Caution Be sure to back up data of the unit to for example your desktop PC before replacing the main batteries or the backup battery For HC 4000 HC 4100 users Replacing the main batteries 1 Turn off the unit ...

Page 24: ...o new AA LR6 alkaline batteries into the battery holder noting the directions indicated by the plus and minus signs inside the holder Caution If you need to place the main battery holder containing batteries on a table made of metal make sure the batteries are not in direct contact with the table otherwise a short circuit may occur and the batteries may heat up and explode ...

Page 25: ...fficult check to make sure the main battery holder is completely inserted Note The unit operates only when the battery replacement switch is in the NORMAL OPERATION position 7 After battery replacement turn on the unit and make sure no warning message appears Caution Avoid placing your finger in the space left when you remove the main battery holder Your finger may become trapped when you close th...

Page 26: ...ent switch is set to the REPLACE BACKUP BATTERY position pull gently on the main battery holder to see if it is securely attached If necessary attach the main battery holder securely in place before continuing to the next step 3 Use a ballpoint pen to open the backup battery cover Do not use the stylus 4 Remove the old backup battery with a ballpoint pen ...

Page 27: ... battery cover back in place and slide the battery replacement switch to the NORMAL OPERATION position Note The unit operates only when the battery replacement switch is in the NORMAL OPERATION position 7 After battery replacement turn on the unit and make sure no warning message appears ...

Page 28: ...plied AC adaptor into an AC outlet and then connect the AC adaptor plug to your unit Your unit should now start charging and the Notification indicator on the unit become amber 3 The charging process takes about 3 hours When the Notification indicator goes off the battery pack is fully charge 4 Disconnect the AC adaptor from the AC outlet as well as the unit ...

Page 29: ... battery the performance of the battery will not be recovered If the time of continuous operation is shortened even after discharge charge cycle is performed purchase a new battery About power source You can use two AA LR6 alkaline batteries or the optional Ni MH Rechargeable Battery Pack to power your unit or the AC adaptor included in the optional Docking Station Kit HC 4000 HC 4100 If the main ...

Page 30: ...ording to the manufacturer s instructions Backup battery Replace battery with Panasonic type CR2032 only Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or explosion See operation manual for safety instructions Batteries may explode if mistreated Do not recharge except the Ni MH Rechargeable Battery Pack disassemble or dispose of in fire Leaving depleted batteries in the unit may cause battery l...

Page 31: ... reset remedy Caution The following procedure will cause all data on the unit to be lost and you must restore data from your previous backup However any data added or modified after your last backup will be lost permanently 1 Turn off the unit 2 Remove the backup battery 3 Remove the main batteries 4 Wait for 30 seconds then reinstall the main batteries and the backup battery 5 Turn on and re setu...

Page 32: ...ndows CE Services software on your PC and specify a serial port for use with the unit Use the supplied CD ROM from Microsoft for the installation If this is the first time you are connecting the unit to your PC the Set Up New Partner Wizard will appear on the PC Follow the instructions to complete the setup Connect the unit to the desktop PC as follows 1 Turn on the unit 2 Flip open the serial por...

Page 33: ...rt the 18 pin end of the supplied serial cable into the serial port on the unit 4 Insert the other end of the cable into the serial port on your PC that you specified during the Windows CE Services installation ...

Page 34: ...e following steps 1 Align the two handheld PCs so that their infrared ports are facing each other 2 From the sending unit tap to select the file to transfer 3 On the receiving unit tap Receive from the File menu then specify the type of the sending unit 4 On the sending unit tap Send from the File menu or tap Infrared Recipient from Send To of the File menu Specify the type of the receiving unit t...

Page 35: ...log telephone line as follows 1 Use a finger to gently open the modem port 2 Insert one end of the supplied modular phone cable into the modem jack 3 Insert the other end of the modular phone cable into a telephone outlet Note Before using the internal fax modem for communication check that it is set up in Windows CE The internal modem complies with the North American standards only ...

Page 36: ...tional Docking Station Kit For HC 4500 users use the supplied battery pack and the AC adaptor Depending on the battery level when using some PC cards such as the optional Digital Camera Card which consumes a lot of battery the unit may turn off without displaying any warning messages such as low battery warning Note HC 4500 When you copy any files to or delete files from an ATA Flash card you will...

Page 37: ...35 Removing a PC Card 1 Close all applications accessing or otherwise utilizing data on the inserted PC Card 2 Turn off the unit 3 Slide the eject switch to release the PC Card and remove it by hand ...

Page 38: ...mage Editor enables you to edit image files With Image Editor you can edit image files add hand written notes convert file formats run a mini slide show and many more Sizes of files you can open and edit can be up to 640 480 dots VGA To start Image Editor double tap the Image Editor icon on the desktop or tap the Start button and select Programs SHARP Applications and then Image Editor À Switches ...

Page 39: ... be able to open a file if there is not enough program memory Increase the program memory VGA data requires about 1 7 MB of memory About JPEG format As compared to BMP format JPEG format is very small This is possible because JPEG format discards some details of the original image This also means a JPEG file may not look exactly like the original image If you would like to save an image with full ...

Page 40: ...lows freehand drawing Text adds text to the image Area selector selects an area for further manipulation Decreasing color depth of image While in the view mode you can reduce an image to a lesser number of colors Full color can be reduced to 256 colors 256 grays of scale HC 4500 only 4 grays of scale or black white 256 colors can be reduced to 14 grays of scale or black white and 14 grays of scale...

Page 41: ... the correct order for the slide show For example you can name the first slide Slide01 bmp the second one Slide02 bmp etc 3 In Image Editor open the first file in view mode 4 From the View menu tap Slide Show 5 Tap the down key and the second file will be read in To move back to the previous file use the up key To cancel the slide show press the Esc key When no more files can be shown a message ap...

Page 42: ...ton 2 When you hear the beep sound start speaking into the microphone There is no preset limit on how long you can speak The length of a recording cannot exceed a file size of 4 MB or the amount of available memory During a recording session the Notification indicator lights in green Note Be sure to speak into the microphone at a distance of 5 cm 2 inches or more If the microphone is too close the...

Page 43: ...ns menu of Voice Recorder Files are named using the prefix word Voice Rec plus the current date and a 3 digit sequential number Dates take the format YY MM DD Example a voice recording created on October 1 1997 would be given the name Voice_Rec_97 10 01_001 wav The sequential number applies to each folder so if you change the default folder then the sequential number for the new folder will start ...

Page 44: ...ollows Follow the steps below to record a note 1 Adjust the Recording Level The new level will remain effective until changed again Note If the Recording Level is set to MAX the noise of the surrounding sound will become bigger too 2 Enter a file name If necessary change the folder as well 3 Tap the icon or on the File menu tap Record Playback selected file Start recording Enter file name for reco...

Page 45: ...lowing dialog appears Note When using the icon to start recording be sure to speak at a distance of 20 cm 8 inches from the microphone 5 Tap the button to stop recording Pause recording Resume recording Stop recording Cancel recording ...

Page 46: ...pending a new recording to an existing voice file Select a file and tap the icon or Record on the File menu The following dialog appears Tap Append and the new recording will be appended to the selected file ...

Page 47: ...lowing toolbar is displayed Return to beginning of file Rewind by 3 seconds Pause Play Fast forward by 3 seconds Jump to previous file Jump to next file Note In addition to the method described in step 2 above you can also use one of the following to start the playback Double tap a file Select a file and select Play from the File menu Select a file and tap the button or press the Return key ...

Page 48: ...efault in My Handheld PC My Documents Voice Recorder folder If desired you can change the default file location as follows 1 On the Options menu tap Default Folder 2 Enter a new location or tap Browse to select one Note If you want Voice Recorder to always start with the default folder open check the appropriate checkbox ...

Page 49: ...How much data Image Editor depends on the device One JPEG file Note IrTran P is a standard for transferring image files via IR By using this function you can exchange image files with various devices that support the IrTran P standard Sending data from your unit The following uses Contacts as an example 1 Align your unit and the receiving unit so that their infrared ports are facing each other 2 O...

Page 50: ...48 4 On your unit tap Send from the File menu then select ZR Series Note For Explorer files select a file in step 2 In step 4 tap File Send To and Infrared Recipient to send the file ...

Page 51: ... on the ZR Series unit data exceeding the 2048 byte limit is truncated Since the name information on your unit is stored in several fields they are mapped into one single field on the ZR Series unit as follows Mr Ms Dr SP First SP Middle SP Last SP Suffix ZR Series unit Your unit Mr Ms Dr Suffix First Middle Last Your unit uses more fields in storing address information than the ZR Series unit The...

Page 52: ...sending unit so that their infrared ports are facing each other 2 On the sending unit highlight the desired data 3 On your unit tap Receive from the File menu then select ZR Series 4 Set the sending unit to the sending mode In case of SHARP ZR Series unit press SEND key then start receiving the data ...

Page 53: ...date input All other fields can be up to 1 023 bytes On the ZR Series unit the record size must be less than 2048 bytes but there is no limit on the field size When data is received on the unit data exceeding the field size limits is truncated In the Unit to Unit dialog box on the ZR Series unit turning on With Link Information will not send the linked data to the handheld PC Since the name inform...

Page 54: ...C uses more fields for storing address information than the ZR Series unit Therefore the fields are mapped as follows Your unit ZR Series unit Street CR City SP State LAST SP ZIP CR Country Street City State ZIP Country ...

Page 55: ...u can find out the battery level by using Power in the Control Panel Also if the icon appears on the task bar you can find out the battery level by double tapping the icon Q How can I use the internal fax modem to fax from my unit A You can fax from virtually any standard analog phone line How do you find out if a line is analog or otherwise The basic rule to follow is that if you can use a standa...

Page 56: ...rosoft H PC Companion for detailed information Q I currently own a SHARP ZR Series unit Can I transfer data between the handheld PC and my ZR Series unit A You can send data between your unit and a ZR Series unit Contacts and files are converted to Contact 1 and PC Files respectively on the ZR Series unit and vice versa Because the data structures are different the fields are mapped for smooth tra...

Page 57: ...he batteries but still nothing happens What should I do A Check that the battery replacement switch on the back of the unit is in the NORMAL OPERATION position otherwise the unit will not turn on Make sure the batteries are fresh HC 4000 4100 or the installed battery pack is fully charged HC 4500 Also try to reset the unit by pressing the RESET button with the stylus As a last resort remove the ba...

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Page 59: ...cklight see page 20 The display does not respond to tapping with the stylus Reset the unit see page 29 The display may be damaged Contact your dealer for servicing The stylus does not work properly Recalibrate the stylus Please refer to the Microsoft H PC Companion The unit stop responding Reset the unit see page 29 The unit turns off even after you press the ON key The main batteries may be deple...

Page 60: ...an AC power source If the main batteries become depleted then the unit will not operate even when connected to an AC power source Replace the main batteries with two new ones and try again see page 21 Recharge the battery pack with the unit turned off and try again see page 26 The keyboard does not work Reset the unit see page 29 The unit cannot communicate with a ZR Series unit or other handheld ...

Page 61: ...C adaptor option 2 4V DC Ni MH Rechargeable Battery Pack 5V DC AC adaptor Backup 3V DC CR2032 lithium battery 3V DC CR2032 lithium battery Power consumption 1 8W 4 3W using battery pack 7 0W using AC adaptor Battery life Main Approx 24 hours with continuous display and without backlight or modem use at an ambient temperature of 25 C 77 F Approx 4 hours with continuous fax sending using the interna...

Page 62: ...5 C 77 F HC 4100 10 days approx with deplated main batteries at 25 C 77 F 3 years approx with replacement of depleted main batteries at 25 C 77 F 7 days approx with depleted main battery at 25 C 77 F 3 years approx with charged main battery at 25 C 77 F Weight Approx 410 g 0 9 lb including batteries Approx 495 g 1 1 lb including battery pack Dimensions Open 186 W 178 D 14 1 H mm 7 5 16 W 7 D 9 16 ...

Page 63: ...61 Character conversion tables SHARP ZR Series unit to your unit H PC ...

Page 64: ...62 Characters shown in parenthese appear as within the CONTACTS application but appear as shown in the table when copied and pasted into another application such as Pocket Word ...

Page 65: ...63 Your unit H PC to SHARP ZR Series unit ...

Page 66: ...64 When CONTACTS data is sent from the H PC to the ZR character other than those listed above are converted to 0x3F ...

Page 67: ...tery replacement switch 12 13 Bundled software Image Editor 36 IrTran P communication 47 Voice Recorder 40 ZR Series unit communication 47 Buttons Alarm stop 11 Record 11 40 Release 11 19 RESET 11 29 C Caring for your unit 8 Caution batteries 13 27 Charging battery pack 26 Common questions answers 53 Connecting to desktop PC 30 handheld PC 32 ZR Series unit 47 Contents 6 Contrast 19 Conventions 7 ...

Page 68: ...mage Editor drawing tools 38 editing 37 slide show 39 Indicator Notification 11 Infrared port 12 32 Installing batteries 13 IrTran P communication 47 K Keys application 11 ON OFF 19 L License agreement 1 M Main batteries 13 21 Memory module 12 Microphone 11 40 Modem 33 N Ni MH Rechargeable Battery Pack 16 27 Notices 3 Notification indicator 11 P Part names and functions 10 ...

Page 69: ...9 Resetting 29 S Serial port 12 30 Service and support 72 Setting up 19 Slide show 39 Speaker 12 Specifications 59 Stylus 11 20 Switch battery replacement 12 13 T Trademarks 3 Troubleshooting 57 Turning on off 19 21 V Voice Recorder appending 44 from application screen 42 playback 45 quick recording 40 W Warning battery 21 28 Warranty 74 Windows CE Services 30 Z ZR Series unit communication 47 ...

Page 70: ...r telephone equipment cause harm to the telephone network the telephone company may discontinue your service temporarily If possible they will notify you in advance But if advance notice isn t practical you will be notified as soon as possible You will be informed of your right to file a complaint with the FCC The telephone company may make changes in its facilities equipment operations or procedu...

Page 71: ...tallation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circ...

Page 72: ...ed by the supplier Any repairs or alternations made by the user to this equipment or equipment malfunctions may give the telecommunications company cause to request the user to disconnect the equipment Users should ensure for their own protection that the electrical ground connections of the power utility telephone lines and internal metallic water pipe system if present are connected together Thi...

Page 73: ...e fournisseur L entreprise de télécommunications peut demander à l utilisateur de débrancher un appareil à la suite de réparations ou de modifications effectuées par l utilisateur ou à cause de mauvais fonctionnement Pour sa propre protection l utilisateur doit s assurer que tous les fils de mise à la terre de la source d énerigie électrique des lignes téléphoniques et des canalisations d eau méta...

Page 74: ...r the phone number of the service center nearest to you repair cost and turn around time estimates please call 800 BE SHARP Operational support If you have read the operation manual but are still having difficulty using your unit you can call a SHARP Representative at 630 378 3590 For the latest information We keep all our registered users up to date as new products and services become available f...

Page 75: ...g difficulty using your unit you can call a Sharp Representative at in Canada Sharp Electronics of Canada Ltd Phone 1 800 56 SHARP Ext 7251 in Hong Kong Sharp Roxy Hong Kong Limited Phone 852 2822 9486 in Thailand Sharp Thebnakorn Co Ltd IT department Phone 02 236 0170 Ext 2351 ...

Page 76: ...states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you Neither the sales personnel of the seller nor any other person is authorized to make any warranties other than those described herein or to extend the duration of any warranties beyond the time period described herein on behalf of Sharp The warranties described herein shall be the sol...

Page 77: ...or any external hardware software firmware or peripherals other than the Product Where to obtain service At a Sharp Authorized Servicer located in the United States To find out the location of the nearest Sharp Authorized Servicer call Sharp toll free at 800 BE SHARP What to do to obtain service Ship prepaid or carry in your Product to a Sharp Authorized Servicer Be sure to have proof of purchase ...

Page 78: ...uthorized Servicing Dealers Damage caused or repairs required as a result of the use with items not specified or approved by Sharp including but not limited to software paper and batteries Any replacement of accessories glassware consumable or peripheral items required through normal use of the product including but not limited to batteries AC adapters ribbons correction tapes ink rollers cables p...

Page 79: ...the manner and period of time described herein constitute complete fulfillment of all obligations and responsibilities of Sharp to the purchaser with respect to the product and shall constitute full satisfaction of all claims whether based on contract negligence strict liability or otherwise To obtain the name and address of the nearest Authorized Sharp Service Centre or Dealer please contact SHAR...

Page 80: ...ou périphériques devenu nécessaire à la suite d une utilisation normale du produit y compris mais sans en être limité aux piles le ruban le ruban correcteur les adapteurs c a le rouleau encreur la marguerite ou le papier e Aux défauts cosmétiques à la surface ou à l extérieur de l appareil et qui sont causés par une usure normale f Aux dommages causés par des conditions extérieures et relatives à ...

Page 81: ...it et constituera un acquittement complet pour toute réclamation qu elle soit basée sur le contrat la négligence la responsabilité stricte ou autre Pour obtenir le nom et l adresse du Centre de service ou du Détaillant autorisé au service Sharp le plus près veuillez écrire ou téléphoner à SHARP ÉLECTRONIQUE DU CANADA LTÉE PÉRIODES DE GARANTIE Calculatrice sans imprimante 1 an Calculatrice avec imp...

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