IGo Direct Bluetooth Keyboard manual

www.igo.com iGo ™ Stowaway ® Ultra-Slim Bluetooth ® Keyboard Owner’s Manual for Pocket PC 2003 and Windows Mobile ™ 5.0 Keyboard Driver: Stowaway 4.51 Stowaway Ultra-Slim Owner’s Manual for Windows Mobile Page 1[...]

Setting up the Keyboard ................................................. 3 Before You Begin .................................................................................... 3 Installing the Software ............................................................................ 3 Configuring the Keyboard to Your Device .................... 4 Enab[...]

Setting up the Keyboard Before You Begin Before you install the Stowaway keyboa rd and mouse software for Pocket PC 2003/Windows Mobile 5.0: ¾ ActiveSync 4.0 or greate r is required to insta ll the k eyboard driver application. ¾ Disable or uninstall any other ke yboard or mouse applications that you have previously inst alled on your mobile devi[...]

Configuring the Keyboard to Your Device NOTE: The Bluetooth connection betw een the mobile device and keyboard must be set up throug h the Stowaway keyboard/mouse driver. ENABLING THE KE YBOARD DRIVER 1. To enable the Stowaway keyboard, tap the Enable button on the Config screen of the keyboard application. This will open the Keyboard Setup Screen [...]

The following section deals strictly with Secure Connections. By default the Secure box is checked in the driver and is the recommended method, as it provides the best security and reconnection. SECURED CONNECTIONS 1. On mobile devices with Windows Mobile 5.0 you may see a screen warning that the Stowaway Keyboard driver will not work with the buil[...]

4. You will be prompted for a passkey and will see a Bluetooth Passkey dialog box. Enter a passkey of your ow n choosing (of 1-9 digits) using the mobile device’s on-screen keyboard and tap OK. Then, type the same passkey number on the Stowaway keyboard, using < Left Fn > + <Number> keys. When finished, press the <Enter> key. NO[...]

UNSECURED CO NNECTIONS The following sequence may depend on the settings in your Bluetooth Manager and which Bluetooth stack is present on your mobile device. For more information see Unsecured Mode Settings . 1. Make the keyboard discoverable by pressing <Ctrl> < Left Fn > < Right Fn > keys together on the keyboard until the gree[...]

4. Depending on the mobile device’s Bluetooth Accessibility Settings and Bluetooth Stack you may see this screen next. Tapping Make PDA accessible will set the Bluetooth Accessibility Settings to allow automatic reconnection of the mobile device and the keyboard when both are powered on and in r a n g e . NOTE: This is a vulnerable configuration;[...]

OTHER FEATURES 1. The Bluetooth Status Page displays the current state of the Bluetooth connection between your mobile device and the Stowaway keyboard. You can enable and disable the connection, and enter text to test the connection. Keyboard battery strength and firmware version are also displayed here. For more information on the Advanced tab se[...]

4. If several Stowaway keyboards happen to be nearby and in Discoverable Mode , the scan will display all of these devices in the list. The keyboard ID (Bluetooth address) printed on the back of the keyboard should be compared with the IDs in the list and the desired keyboard selected. 5. If the application finds more than one Bluetooth stack on th[...]

POWER EFFICIENT MODES 1. The Advanced tab allows access to different power efficiency modes. 2. The Stowaway keyboard is designed to operate in Power Efficient Mode in compliance with the Bluetooth specification. However, some mobile devices have difficulty operating effectively with Power Efficient Mode set to ON. The default setting is Auto , thi[...]

FIRMWARE UPGRADE Depending on the version of yo ur keyboard, you may see an Upgrade Firmware button on the BT page, and a message advising that the firmware be upgraded. This updates the keyboard’s ROM software and will improve functionality and comp atibility with more devices. 1. Tap Upgrade firmware to begin the process. NOTE: This process may[...]

Reconnecting the Stowaway keyboard For information on Unsecured connections and re-connections see Unsecured Mode Settings . Despite a high degree of reliability, th e Bluetooth connection could break for many reasons: ¾ The keyboard will power off when the cover is closed and the Bluetooth connection will be lost. ¾ For power efficiency, the key[...]

Unsecured Mode Settings For those using Windows Mobile 2003 or a non-Microsoft Bluetooth stack, there are two Bluetooth settings that affect how the keyboard and the mobile device connect in Unsecured mode. All Devices and Paired devices only . In order to automatically reconnect in Unsecured mode, the mobile device’s Bluetooth settings must be s[...]

Customizing Your Keyboard Once the keyboard software is inst alled on the mobile device, you may customize the options. A keyboard icon will appear on the screen while using Calendar, Contacts, or other applications. ¾ Tap the keyboard icon once to di splay the Input Method Toolbar. ¾ Tap the keyboard icon on the Inpu t Method Toolbar to display [...]

Keyboard Control Panel On the Config tab: ¾ Tap Enable (the next screen allows you to turn on access to the Stowaway keyboard) to choose wh ich keyboard to enable. Tap Disable to turn off access to all keyboards. ¾ To see a visual indication if the keyb oard is in Caps Lock or Num Lock mode, check or uncheck the Show Capslock/Numlock notification[...]

Disabling the Stowaway Keyboard When the Stowaway keyboard is no lo nger needed, the keyboard driver may be disabled by tapping the Disable button on the BT or Config page. The Connection is not set up message will then be displayed on the BT page. NOTE: Disabling the Stowaway keyboard will not automatically turn off the Bluetooth radio. Conversely[...]

Keyboard Status Light When the keyboard is open there is a light above the <T> key that indicates the status of the keyboard. ¾ When the keyboard status light flas hes a fast green light (approx. once per second) it is in Discoverable mode . This is the state that allows it to be detected by the mobile device. To place the keyboard into Disc[...]

Using the Stowaway 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 provi[...]

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 OK < LFn > – <Enter> < LFn > – < . > Send (simulates[...]

Windows Mobile 2003 Menu Navigation NOTE: The following table only applies to those using Windows Mobile 2003 (Pocket PC). For users of Windows Mobile 5.0 see below. Action Key command To activate a program’s m enu bar at the bottom of the mobile device screen and select a main menu item use one of these 2 methods: <Alt> + < Ö > or &[...]

Toolbar Navigation Action Key command To access a program’s toolbar at the top of the mobile device’s screen: 1. Press and hold the < RFn > 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 [...]

International and Extended Character Set Character Description Shortcut Á, É, Í, Ó, Ú, Ý Acute accent <Ctrl> – < ’ > + <Shift> – <letter> á, é, í, ó, ú, ý <Ctrl> – < ’ > + <letter> Acute accent <Ctrl> – < RFn > – <Y> + <Shift> – <letter> Â, Ê, Î, [...]

Character Description Shortcut ½ One-half <Ctrl> – <Alt> – < LFn > – <W> ¾ Three-quarter <Ctrl> – <Alt> – < LFn > – <E> ¼ One-quarter <Ctrl> – <Alt> – < LFn > – <R> ± Plus-Minus <Ctrl> – <Alt> – <Shift> – < = > ÷ Division <[...]

Frequently Asked Questions Q: What should I do when I ty pe on the keyboard and nothing happens? • Check that mobile device’s batteries are charged. • Verify that keyboard has su fficient power to operate. • Check to make sure that the keyboa rd software is installed properly according to the instructions. • Check the BT tab of the Keyboa[...]

Q: I received an error message sa ying the keyboard driver cannot find a supported Bluetooth compo nent, what should I do? The current version of the keyboard dr iver supports Broa dcom Bluetooth for Windows CE (BTW-CE) version ≥ 1.4.x, Drakar (Socket) an d Microsoft Bluetooth stacks. If you have a different version , you may need to check for up[...]

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Warranty Mobility California warrants this produc t against defects in materials and workmanship under normal us e for a period of one (1) year from the date of original retail purchase. Mobility Californi a’s and its suppliers’ entire liability, and your exclusive remedy, if you discover a defect and return the product with proof of purchase t[...]

Obtaining Warranty Service Customer must contact Mobility Califor nia within the applicable warranty period to obtain warranty service auth orization. Dated proof of original purchase will be required for warrant y service, repair, or replacement. Products or parts shipped by Customer to Mobility California must be sent postage-paid and packaged ap[...]

Important Battery Information • Keep battery away from children. • Always replace old, weak or worn-o ut batteries promptly and recycle or dispose of them properly. Be fore inserting a new battery, the battery compartment should be clea ned. If fluid from the battery comes into contact with skin or clot hes, flush with water immediately. • Re[...]

Important Notes about Bluetooth Devices The Stowaway keyboard can emit radio frequency (RF) energy whenever the green LED is flashing. Care should be taken when used around medical devices or equipment. For specific in formation, consult with the product manufacturer or your physician before use. To stop interference, close the keyboard or remove i[...]

Wireless Regulatory Information The Stowaway device must be used in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions as describ ed in the user documentation that comes with the product. For country-spec ific approvals, see Radio approvals. Mobility California, Inc. is not resp onsible for any radi o or television interference caused by u[...]

FCC Notices 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 protecti on against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipm ent generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not [...]

FCC Identification Information The following information is provided on the device or devices covered in this document in compliance with FCC regulations: • Model number(s): XTBT01 • Company name: Mobility Electronics, Inc. 9918 Via Pasar San Diego, California 92126 United States of America 1.858.880.2225 IC Notice This Class B digital apparatu[...]

Europe – CE Declaration of Conformity EN 301 489-1 (2004), EN 301 489-17 (2002), EN 300 328-1 (2001), EN 300 328-2 (2001), EN 60950 (2001) English Hereby, Mobility California, In c. declares that this XTBT01 is in compliance with the esse ntial requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. French Par la présente Mobilit y Ca[...]

Swedish Härmed intygar Mobility Ca lifornia, Inc. att denna XTBT01 står I överensstämmelse med de väsentliga egenskapskrav och övriga relevanta bestämmelser som framgår av direktiv 1999/5/EG. Danish Undertengnede Mobility Califor nia, Inc. erklærer herved, at følgende udstyr XTBT01 overholder de væsentlige krav og øvrige relevante krav [...]

France Some areas of France have a restricte d frequency band. The worst case maximum authorized power indoors is: 10 mW for the entire 2.4 GHz band (2400 MHz–2483.5 MHz). 100 mW for frequencies between 2446.5 MHz and 2483.5 MHz (NOTE— Channels 10 through 13 inclusive operate in the band 2446.6 MHz to 2483.5 MHz). There are few possibilities fo[...]

Features and Specifications Summary • Small, foldaway design makes it easy to put in your pocket or briefcase. • Simple connection compatibility with yo ur Pocket PC device via Bluetooth. • Full size QWERTY keyboard layout for optimum comfort while typing. Meets ISO/IEC Specification 9995 for full-size keyboards. • User-programmable shortcu[...]