How to Align the Screen on an HP iPAQ

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The HP iPAQ is a pocket PC with many applications you can target for business, entertainment and general organizational needs. The functionalities (some of which are optional or require additional software) include phone, email, GPS navigation, camera and even integrated Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technologies. When you use the device for the first time, there are several steps you must perform to align the screen on an HP iPAQ.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

  • HP iPAQ
  • Stylus

Step1
Turn on your HP iPAQ Pocket PC.
Step2
Use your stylus to tap on the "Start" menu.
Step3
Tap on the "System" tab.
Step4
Tap the "Screen" icon.
Step5
Tap the "Align Screen" button.
Step6
Tap the center of the cross-hair object carefully at each location as it moves around the screen.
Step7
Tap "OK" to complete the screen alignment.

Tips & Warnings

  • When initially turning on your device, you needn't follow the prompts listed above. Your HP iPAQ will automatically guide you through the screen alignment.
  • Be precise while tapping the cross-hair object during step 6. If want to align the screen more precisely, simply repeat steps 2 to 7.
  • To align the screen without tapping on it, simply press and release all four of the "Application" buttons on front of your pocket PC at the same time. You also can press the "Calendar" button after pushing down and holding the "5-Way Navigation" button.
  • For further assistance or to read more about your HP iPAQ, refer to the user guide included with your pocket PC. An electronic version of the guide also is available at the HP Web site.
  • You occasionally may need to realign the pocket PC screen if your HP iPAQ is not responding accurately to taps on the display or if must perform a full reset.

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