Mr bumble

on my ipaq 2200 running windows ce 4.20
ROM revision 1.00.10 ENG

When I set an appointment on the calendar, I select "remind me"

The unit never turns on, never flashes, never displays a
message, or never gives an alert sound to remind me of the
appointment.
I have tried using the "notifications" tab under settings -
sounds & notifacations menu. I have checked the boxes next
to "enable sounds" on the "volume" tab.
I have also checked the "play sound", "display message on
screen ", and "flash light for boxes" with "reminders"
selected in the pull down window.
Please advise!