YES! My Axim 400 arrived!!! Now what?

HeavyLDT · 06-13-03, 11:38 AM

Ok guys I need some pointers.

Before I start using my new PDA, I need to know what mistakes you did that I need to avoid.

Such as charging, syncing and so on.

smeg36 · 06-13-03, 11:44 AM

Well, if it is your first PPC, they you need to know how to close the programs. Especially if you converted from a palm. On the palms, the programs close automatically when you go to a different program. On the PPC, they stay open so you can multitask. I have found that almost all new PPC users don't close the programs, thinking that the Red X closes the programs, and end up with their Axim messing up.

To close programs, go to Start/Settings/System then click on Switcher Bar. This will give you a handy menu up between the Start and the clock. You can tap on the icon with an arrow pointing up, and one pointing down, and that will give you a list of running programs, and allow you to close them from there.

If you have used PPC's, and know all about this already, sorry for wasting your time.

jworthi746 · 06-13-03, 11:49 AM

Buy some screen protectors before you use it to much...

I started to notice some itty bitty scratches on the glass after just a month or two of use...Nothing to big - Just little surface scratches...So I ordered some screen protectors and started wrapping my Ax in saran wrap...

Also - Make sure you let your batter charge for all the hours they recommend...I didn't and I think it too some of the longevity away...

Otherwise...Have fun with your new toy... :)

HeavyLDT · 06-13-03, 04:47 PM

Thanks for your imput. Got the switcher bar running now.

06-13-03, 04:57 PM

Don't forget to read the manual. You wouldn't believe how many people ask questions that are covered in the manual....well, all you need to do is search this site a little and you'll see what I mean

:) ENJOY YOUR AXIM :)