This package
contains the ROM Update Utility (RUU) and ROM image for
the listed handheld models and operating systems.
IMPORTANT: The RUU is designed to replace the
current ROM image and to erase the partnership and
all user data and programs on the handheld. It is
important to read and understand the information in the
Readme file that is included with this update BEFORE
installing the package.
software
information
Fixes
Fixes issue where the iPAQ Pocket PC stops
responding (locks up) and cannot be Powered On when a
Secure Digital (SD) card is inserted. This issue may
cause the battery to be discharged.
Fixes issue where the CF Scanner does not
reinitialize after suspend/resume.
Fixes issue with the AlphaBlend function call to
enable display the bitmaps as transparent or
semi-transparent.
Enhancements
Enables Automatic Gain Control (AGC), which is
located under the Audio setting, to enhance audio
recording.
Prerequisites
Microsoft ActiveSync 4.1 (or later) is
required.
Notes
PURPOSE:
Recommended
OPERATING SYSTEM(S):
Microsoft Windows Mobile
5.0
Installation
HOW TO USE:
Download the SoftPaq .EXE to a directory on your
hard drive.
Execute the downloaded file and follow the
on-screen instructions to unpack the ROM update files
to a directory. (NOTE: This directory should not
contain any file or folder from any previous ROM
upgrade.)
Establish an ActiveSync connection between the
iPAQ Pocket PC and the host PC using a USB connection.
The ROM Update Utility (hpRUU.exe) starts
automatically. Follow the on-screen instructions to
complete the ROM upgrade.
NOTE: Once the update
is complete, the .EXE file downloaded in Step 1 can be
deleted, if desired.
INSTALLATION NOTES:
During the update, the ROM Update Utility:
Queries the iPAQ Pocket PC for current ROM image
information.
Validates that the new ROM image is compatible
with the iPAQ Pocket PC.
Automatically places the iPAQ Pocket PC in Flash
mode.
Updates the ROM image on the iPAQ Pocket
PC.
IMPORTANT: Disable the Standby and Hibernation
modes on the host PC. If Standby or Hibernation mode
is activated during the upgrade process, a critical
error may occur.
IMPORTANT: Plan enough time to complete the
update. The total time to perform this ROM update is
estimated at 20 minutes.
IMPORTANT: Do not interact with the iPAQ Pocket PC
or remove it from AC power or the cradle/cable once
the status bar appears on the iPAQ Pocket PC and the
actual update has started.
If an error message is displayed during the update
process, follow any available instructions to correct
the condition and start the ROM Update Utility again.
The update process can be performed while
connected to a host PC either as a Guest or with an
established
partnership.
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