Computer Accessories User Manual

Appendix C MX5X CE .NET 4.2 235
E-EQ-MX5CERG-F-ARC MX5X Reference Guide
ActiveSync
Once a relationship (partnership) has been established with Connect (on a desktop computer),
ActiveSync will synchronize using the wireless link, serial port, USB or the infrared port on the
MX5X. Refer to ActiveSync Processes later in this guide.
Note: ActiveSync does not transmit through the IR port in vehicle cradles. It will transport
through the IR port of the MX5 desktop cradles.
For more information about using ActiveSync on your desktop computer, open ActiveSync, then
open ActiveSync Help.
Synchronizing from the MX5X
You must have set up ActiveSync on your desktop computer and completed the first
synchronization process before you initiate synchronization from your device. Refer to ActiveSync
Processes later in this guide.
To initiate synchronization from your device, tap Start | Programs | Communication | ActiveSync
to begin the process.
Note: If you have a wireless LAN card, you can synchronize remotely from your device.
Tap Sync to connect and synchronize. View synchronization status.
Tap Tools to synchronize via IR or change synchronization settings. View connection status.
Tap Stop to stop synchronization.
Tap Start | Help for context-sensitive help.
Get Connected
Get Connected is used to initiate a hardwired connection to a host.
The default connect setup is USB direct connect.
After a Connect setup is selected, Start | Programs | Communication | Get Connected will start to
connect to a host.
The wireless link is made using Start | Run. Tap the Browse button and browse to the Windows
folder. Select
repllog.exe and tap the OK button. The Run text box reappears with
\windows\repllog in the text box.
Before pressing Enter, type a backslash ( / ) and remote in the Run text box. For example:
\windows\repllog / remote
See Also: Cold Boot and Loss of Host Re-connection
Remote Desktop Connection
Access: Start | Programs | Communication | Remote Desktop Connection
There are few changes in the CE version of Remote Desktop Connection as it relates to the general
desktop Windows PC Microsoft Remote Desktop Connection options.
Select a computer from the drop down list and tap the Connect button.
Tap the Options >> button to access the General, Display, Local Resources, Programs and
Experience tabs. Tap the <?> button to access Remote Desktop Connection Help.