Stowaway® Infrared Wireless Keyboard
Owner’s Manual
For
Windows Mobile 2003 (Pocket PC 2003)
& Pocket PC 2002 Handheld Devices
Includes:
Dell Axim x5 Series Devices
iPAQ 5100 Series Devices
Dell Axim x3 Series Devices
iPAQ 1900 Series Devices
iPAQ 2200 Series Devices
iPAQ 3600 Series Devices
iPAQ 3700 Series Devices
iPAQ 3800 Series Devices
iPAQ 3900 Series Devices
iPAQ 4100 Series Devices
iPAQ 4300 Series Devices
iPAQ 5400 Series Devices
iPAQ 5500 Series Devices
Toshiba e300 Series Devices
Toshiba e400 Series Devices
Toshiba e500 Series Devices
Toshiba e700 Series Devices
Toshiba e800 Series Devices
XDA/MDA (PW10/PH10) Series Devices
Keyboard Driver:
Stowaway 4.0
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Comfortable Typing
Research suggests that physical discomfort and injury to nerves, tendons, and muscles
may be related to repetitive motion, an improperly set up work area, incorrect body
posture, and poor work habits.
To reduce the risk of injury, follow these precautions:
¾ Stand, stretch, and move around several times every hour.
¾ Every once in a while, work on a different task with your hands. Avoid repetitive
motions. Use shortcut keys to move efficiently and avoid repetitive, awkward
movement.
¾ Type gently and lightly.
¾ Relax your shoulders and keep your elbows at your sides. Adjust the keyboard so
that you don’t have to stretch to reach it.
¾ Adjust your position so that you don’t have to bend your wrists to type; avoid placing
your wrists on a sharp edge.
If you feel discomfort of numbness in your hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, neck or back
while typing, get the advice of a qualified medical professional.
FCC Statement
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this
device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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The use of shielded I/O cables is required when connecting this equipment to any and
all optional peripheral or host devices. Failure to do so may violate FCC rules.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not covered in this manual must be approved in
writing by the manufacturer’s Regulatory Engineering Department. Changes or
modifications made without written approval may void the user’s authority to operate
this equipment.
Responsible Party:
Think Outside, Inc.
85 Saratoga Ave
Santa Clara, CA 95051
Canadian ICES-003 Statement
This Class B digital apparatus meets all the requirements of the Canadian Interference-
Causing Equipment Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la class B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur
le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
CE Compliance Statement
This product was tested and found to comply with all the requirements of the EMC
Directive 89 / 336 / EEC and LVD 73 / 23 / EEC as amended.
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Congratulations! You have purchased the definitive tool to extend your handheld
computer’s capabilities. The Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard will provide you an easy
and convenient way to add data to your Pocket PC handheld device.
The Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard is the most convenient portable solution to typing
text and commands quickly and easily into your Pocket PC handheld computer. This
compact, yet full-sized keyboard lets you:
¾ Type email, meeting minutes, and classroom notes
¾ Quickly access applications like Excel and Word
¾ Type text and special characters
¾ Access on-screen buttons and menu items
¾ And much more!
This User Guide will help you get the most out of your Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard.
Table of Contents
Before You Begin......................................................................................6
Installing the Software...............................................................................6
Other Shortcuts.......................................................................................13
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Installing and Removing the Keyboard
Before You Begin
Before you install the Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard software for Windows Mobile
2003/Pocket PC 2002:
¾ Disable or remove any other keyboard applications that you have previously
installed on your Pocket PC device. (Refer to the User Guide included with your
Pocket PC for instructions on how to do this.)
¾ Ensure there is at least 150 KB of memory on your Pocket PC device. To check the
available memory, tap ‘Start’ then ‘Settings’ then the ‘System’ tab and then ‘Memory’
icon.
¾ Insert the 2 AAA batteries (included) beneath the battery cover of the Stowaway IR
Wireless Keyboard.
Installing the Software
¾ Connect your Pocket PC device to a computer using the docking cradle or cable.
¾ Establish a connection between the computer and your Pocket PC device using
ActiveSync and then backup the data stored on the Pocket PC device. (Refer to the
User Guide included with your Pocket PC for instructions on how to do this.)
¾ Download the Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard software driver for Pocket PC to
your computer from Think Outside’s website:
¾ Double click the keyboard software driver file to launch the installation process.
Follow the on-screen instructions to successfully install the software.
¾ Tap the on-screen button to reset your Pocket PC device to complete the
installation.
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Setting Up the Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard
Opening the Keyboard
¾ Open the keyboard case by gently lifting the release handle and folding it back.
Release handle
¾ Unfold the top cover until it rests at an angle with the release handle propping it up
¾ Unfold the keyboard platform on a firm, flat surface.
IR wand
¾ Rotate the infrared wand to align with your Pocket PC device’s infrared port.
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Configuring the Keyboard to Your Pocket PC Device
1. To enable the Stowaway IR Wireless
Keyboard, select the “Infrared wireless
keyboard” on-screen option on your
Pocket PC and then tap “Setup”.
2. After tapping “Setup”, you
may see the following:
3. Select “Let keyboard coexist with other infrared
applications” then tap “Next”.
4. Select or deselect the “Receive all
incoming beams and select discoverable
mode” and then tap “Next”. When
checked, this option lets you receive
beamed files, programs, etc. while the
keyboard is enabled.
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5. Reset your Pocket PC device by tapping “Yes.”
NOTE: If you experience difficulties with other applications or beaming difficulties with
other applications while using the “Keyboard coexistence” option, refer to the Frequently
Asked Questions and Answers section of this User Guide for instructions to select the
“Keyboard exclusive” option instead.
Customizing Your Keyboard Options
Once you have installed the keyboard software on your handheld, you can customize
your options. A keyboard icon
will now appear in the lower right corner of your
handheld computer screen while using Calendar, Contacts, or other applications.
¾ Tap the keyboard icon once to display the keyboard input panel.
¾ Tap the keyboard icon on the keyboard input panel to display the keyboard control
panel.
NOTE: Tapping the keyboard icon from the Today screen once first displays the
keyboard control panel. Tapping the same keyboard icon twice displays the keyboard
input panel.
Keyboard Control Panel
On the Config tab:
¾ Tap “Enable” to select a keyboard type (choose IR Keyboard) and turn on access to
the Infrared Wireless Keyboard. Tap “Disable” to turn off access to the Infrared
Wireless Keyboard.
¾ To see a visual indication if the keyboard is in Capslock or Numlock mode, check or
uncheck the “Show Capslock/Numlock notification” option.
¾ To select whether or not the keyboard icon will appear in the lower right corner of the
Today screen, check or uncheck the “Show Icon on Today screen” option.
¾ To increase key repeat speed, drag the “Key Repeat Rate” slider to the left.
¾ To decrease key repeat speed, drag the “Key Repeat Rate” slider to the right.
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¾ To increase key repeat delay, drag the “Key Repeat Delay” slider to the right.
¾ To decrease key repeat delay, drag the “Key Repeat Delay” slider to the left.
On the Hot-Key tab:
¾ Tap the down-arrow next to a number and select the application to associate with
that number. When you press the Alt – LFn – number key combination, for example
Alt – LFn – 4, the selected application will launch. You can assign up to 10
applications in this manner. (There are 2 Fn keys on the Stowaway IR Wireless
Keyboard. The blue “Fn” key is to the left of the spacebar and is referred to as
“LFn”. The green “Fn” key is to the right of the spacebar and is referred to as
“RFn”.)
On the IR tab:
¾ To disable or enable access to the Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard, check or
uncheck “Enable Infrared Keyboard”.
¾ To disable or enable Infrared beaming of documents, files, and applications while
using the Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard, check or uncheck “Keyboard
coexistence with other infrared applications”.
On the About tab:
¾ The keyboard software version installed on your handheld device is indicated on the
About tab.
Keyboard Input Panel
There are 4 icons that appear in the keyboard input panel.
¾ Tap the beaming icon to quickly enable or disable the keyboard.
¾ Tap the speaker icon to turn the keyboard clicking sounds on or off.
¾ Tap the keyboard icon to access the keyboard control panel. This second
keyboard icon appears above the keyboard icon that is visible in the lower
right corner of the screen.
¾ Tap the help icon to access keyboard help topics and troubleshooting tips.
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Using the Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard
• Commands joined by a dash “–” mean that the key combination must be pressed in
order and with all keys held down at the same time.
• Commands joined by a plus “+” mean that the key following the “+” must be pressed
after the initial key combination is pressed and released.
• The keyboard provides 2 separate color-coded function keys (blue Fn and green
Fn) that enable you to navigate the device or access numbers and symbols. In the
tables below, the blue Fn key is to the left of the spacebar and is referred to as
“LFn”. The green Fn key is to the right of the spacebar and is referred to as “RFn”.
Moving the Cursor/Highlighting Text
You can easily navigate, position the cursor, and select text for subsequent editing
functions with these key combinations:
Action
The cursor moves left (back) one word
The cursor moves right (forward) one word
Select (highlight) previous line
Shortcut
Ctrl–←
Ctrl–→
LFn–↑
LFn–↓
LFn–←
LFn–→
Ctrl–LFn–←
Ctrl–LFn–→
RFn–↑
Select (highlight) next line
Select (highlight) next character to the left
Select (highlight) next character to the right
Select (highlight) the next word to the left
Select (highlight) the next word to the right
Page Up one screen at a time
Page down one screen at a time
Beginning of the line
RFn–↓
RFn–←
End of the line
RFn–→
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On-Screen Button and Editing Shortcuts
From the keyboard, you can activate on-screen buttons such as “(OK)” or “(X)” and
access application editing functions. Refer to the following table for the appropriate
keyboard shortcut.
On-Screen Button or Editing Function
Shortcut
LFn–Enter
OK
Send
LFn–.
Close a window or application
Generate an ESC
Turns on NumLock mode
Turns on CapsLock mode
New item
LFn–X
LFn–Tab
LFn–Caps Lock
Caps Lock
Ctrl–N or LFn–N
Ctrl–X
Cut selected text
Copy selected text
Paste cut or copied text
Undo last action
Ctrl–C
Ctrl–V
Ctrl–Z
Select all
Ctrl–A
Launching and Navigating Applications
To launch software applications and navigate among them, refer to the following table:
Action Shortcut
Access Programs screen
Access Settings screen
Launch Today screen
Launch Calendar
Launch Contacts
Launch Inbox
Launch Tasks
Launch Notes
Launch Word
Launch Excel
LFn–C
LFn–V
LFn–Z
LFn–A
LFn–S
LFn–D
LFn–F
LFn–J
LFn–K
LFn–L
LFn–;
Launch Internet Explorer
Launch up to 10 user selected applications (refer to “Hot-
Key tab” section for more information)
Alt–LFn–number
Toggle among open and recently used programs.
Alt–Tab (Hold the Alt
key and hit the Tab key
until the program you
want is selected, then
release keys to make it
active)
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Menu and Toolbar Navigation
You can access program menus, submenus, and toolbars with the Stowaway IR
Wireless Keyboard using the following commands.
Action
Key command
To activate a program’s menu bar at the bottom of the
Pocket PC device screen and select a main menu item use
one of these 2 methods:
Alt + → or Alt + ←
1. Press and release the Alt key, then use the arrow keys to
scroll left and right until the main menu item you want is
highlighted.
or
2. Press and hold the Alt key, then press the letter key that
corresponds to the first letter of the main menu item. For
example to access the Tools menu in Word, hold the Alt
key then press “T”.
Alt – first letter of main
menu item
To access a program’s submenu, first select a main menu
item and then navigate the submenu using the up and down
arrow keys.
↑ or ↓
Press the Enter key to choose the submenu item.
Enter
To access a program’s toolbar at the top of the Pocket PC
device screen:
1. Press and hold the Ctrl key and then press the Tab key.
2. Use the left and right arrow keys to highlight the Tool bar
item you want.
3. Press Enter to select the highlighted tool bar item.
4. Use the up and down arrow keys to highlight the
submenu item you want.
Ctrl–Tab
← or →
Enter
↑ or ↓
Enter
5. Press Enter to select the highlighted submenu item.
Other Shortcuts
Several shortcuts below provide you additional flexibility when using the Stowaway IR
Wireless Keyboard:
Action
Shortcut
Show/hide keyboard input panel
Launch the keyboard control panel
Turns off the Pocket PC device
LFn–Left Spacebar
LFn–Right Spacebar
LFn–Backspace
Note: Pressing a keyboard key will not turn on the handheld.
You must press the handheld power button or any of the
application keys on the front of the handheld to turn it on.
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International and Extended Character Set
Character
Á, É, Í, Ó, Ú, Ý
á, é, í, ó, ú, ý
Description
Acute accent
Acute accent
Shortcut
Ctrl–’ + Shift–letter
Ctrl–’ + letter
Â, Ê, Î, Ô, Û
â, ê, î, ô, û
Circumflex accent
Circumflex accent
Ctrl–RFn– Y + Shift–letter
Ctrl–RFn–Y + letter
Ä, Ë, Ï, Ö, Ü, Ÿ
Dieresis accent (umlaut) Ctrl–Shift–; + Shift–letter
ä, ë, ï, ö, ü, ÿ
Dieresis accent (umlaut) Ctrl–Shift–; + letter
À, È, Ì, Ò, Ù
à, è, ì, ò, ù
Ã, Õ, Ñ
ã, õ, ñ
Å
å
Ç
ç
Grave accent
Grave accent
Tilde accent
Tilde accent
Dot accent
Dot accent
Cedilla
Ctrl–LFn–’ + Shift–letter
Ctrl–LFn–’ + letter
Ctrl–RFn–’ + Shift–letter
Ctrl–RFn–’ + letter
Ctrl–RFn–W + Shift–A
Ctrl–RFn–W + A
Ctrl–, + Shift–C
Ctrl–, + C
Cedilla
Ø
ø
Æ
æ
Œ
œ
ß
?
Capital naught
Lower case naught
Æ
æ
Œ
Ctrl–/ + Shift–O
Ctrl–/ + O
Ctrl–RFn-U + Shift–A
Ctrl–RFn–U + A
Ctrl–RFn–U + Shift–O
Ctrl–RFn–U + O
Ctrl–RFn–U + S
Shift–↑
Ctrl–Alt–Shift–↑
RFn–Q
Ctrl–Alt–RFn –Q
Ctrl–Alt–W
œ
Beta
Question Mark
Inverted Question Mark
Exclamation
Inverted Exclamation
Bullet
¿
!
¡
•
°
Degrees
Ctrl–Alt–D
µ
¶
§
Micro
Paragraph symbol
Section
Ctrl–Alt–U
Ctrl–Alt–LFn–/
Ctrl–Alt–S
@
At sign
RFn–W
©
™
®
£
¥
₣
Copyright
Trademark
Registered trademark
Pound (British)
Yen
Ctrl–Alt–C
Ctrl–Alt–T
Ctrl–Alt–R
Ctrl–Alt–P or RFn–;
Ctrl–Alt–Y or RFn–.
Ctrl–Alt–F
Franc
€
¢
Euro
Cents
Ctrl–Alt–E or RFn–,
Ctrl–/ + C
$
½
Dollar sign
One-half
RFn–R
Ctrl–Alt–LFn–W
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Character
Description
Three-quarters
Shortcut
Ctrl–Alt–LFn–E
¾
¼
±
÷
#
%
^
One-quarter
Plus-Minus
Division
Number sign
Percent
Circumflex
Ctrl–Alt–LFn–R
Ctrl–Alt– +
Ctrl–Alt– –
RFn–E
RFn–T
RFn–Y
&
*
Ampersand
Asterisk
RFn–U
RFn–I
(
)
{
}
Left parenthesis
Right parenthesis
Left curly bracket
Right curly bracket
RFn–O
RFn–P
RFn– –
RFn– =
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Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
Q: What should I do when I type on the keyboard and nothing happens?
• Check that Pocket PC device’s batteries are charged.
• Check the keyboard’s two AAA batteries.
• Check to make sure that your Pocket PC device is properly connected to the
keyboard by repositioning the IR wand to point at the IR port of your Pocket PC
device.
• Check to make sure that the keyboard software is installed properly according to
the instructions.
• Check the Config tab of the Keyboard Control Panel to make sure you’ve
selected the appropriate keyboard type. After tapping “Enable”, you should
select “Infrared wireless keyboard”.
• Check the IR tab of the Keyboard Control Panel to make sure the wireless
keyboard is enabled.
• Use the Keyboard Troubleshooter
in the keyboard control panel.
Q: Why can’t I synchronize my handheld when using the keyboard?
The Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard does not replace your handheld computer’s
cradle. To synchronize, connect your handheld to the synchronization cradle and then
synchronize as usual. If your handheld computer uses a synchronization cable, you
may be able to leave the cable connected while you type as long as it doesn’t interfere
with the keyboard easel and IR wand.
Q: What should I do if I am having IR beaming difficulties when using the
keyboard and other IR equipped devices?
In most cases, using the “Keyboard coexistence” option will allow you to use the
keyboard and send/receive beamed files and applications without issue. If however,
you experience beaming or application difficulties with this option selected, then select
the “Keyboard exclusive” option.
To change this option:
1. Access the IR tab of the Keyboard
Control Panel. (Fig. A)
2. Uncheck the “Keyboard
coexistence with other infrared
applications” box. (Fig. A)
3. Select “Yes” to reset your device
and enable the new settings. (Fig.
Fig. A
Fig. B
B)
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Q: Can I use my Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard with other handheld devices?
Yes. The Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard, when combined with the appropriate
Stowaway software drivers, is designed to work with handheld devices equipped with an
IR port.
Q: How do I uninstall the keyboard driver?
Select StartÆSettingsÆSystem tabÆRemove Programs. Select “Stowaway Keyboard
Driver” from the list of applications then tap the Remove button.
Q: What is the Serial tab of the Keyboard Control Panel for?
If you should ever select and setup the “Connected serial keyboard” option on the
Config tab of the Keyboard Control Panel, you will see a Serial tab added to the
Keyboard Control Panel. Even if you change back to “Infrared wireless keyboard” the
Serial tab remains in the Keyboard Control Panel. Only users of Stowaway keyboards
that use a physical connection to their Pocket PC device (vs. wireless connection) will
use this tab. Users of the Stowaway IR Wireless Keyboard should not pay attention to
this tab.
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Features and Technical Specifications Summary
• Small, foldaway design makes it easy to put in your pocket or briefcase.
• Simple connection compatibility with your Pocket PC device via IR port.
• Full size QWERTY keyboard layout for optimum comfort while typing. Meets
ISO/IEC Specification 9995 for full-size keyboards.
• User programmable shortcut keys for faster access to applications.
• On-screen menu and toolbar navigation via keyboard
• Does not draw power from your handheld device.
• Rubber grip pads prevent keyboard slipping while typing.
Dimensions Open:
10.28”H x 5.71”W x .67”D (261 mm x 145 mm x 17 mm)
5.47”H x 3.82”W x .67”D (139 mm x 97 mm x 17 mm)
5.75 ounces (179 grams)
Dimensions Closed:
Weight (including batteries):
Operating Temperature Range: 0 to 50 degrees C
Typical Battery Life:
6 months estimated with normal usage
© 2004 Think Outside, Inc.
P/N: 101797E
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