User guide
CradlePoint USB/Modem Charging Cradle User Guide 
Symptom
: Attempt to synchronize the terminal through USB failed.
Possible Cause Action
The host computer cannot find the 
terminal. 
Make sure you have successfully installed 
ActiveSync software and created a Partnership 
between the terminal and the host computer. 
(See your Symbol documentation for more 
information if you need help with ActiveSync.) 
The terminal was removed from the 
cradle while the synchronization was in 
progress. 
Place the terminal back in the cradle to allow the 
cradle to make another synchronization attempt. 
Terminal or cradle was disconnected from 
the host computer while the 
synchronization was in progress. 
Plug the USB cable back into both the cradle and 
the host computer. Check the connections to be 
sure they are secure. 
Terminal’s battery is dead.  Wait for two (2) minutes before trying to 
synchronize again to allow the battery to 
recharge. 
Symptom
: Attempt by the cradle to HotSync the terminal through the 
Possible Cause Action
The terminal was removed from the 
cradle while the HotSync was in 
progress. 
Place the terminal back in the cradle to allow 
the cradle to make another HotSync attempt. 
Terminal or cradle was disconnected 
from the telephone line while the 
HotSync was in progress. 
Unplug the modem cable for 30 seconds to 
allow the local telephone connection to hang 
up. Be sure to close any open windows on the 
terminal and any modem connections. 
Terminal’s battery is dead.  Wait for two (2) minutes before trying a 
HotSync again to allow the battery to recharge. 
Active Error dialog box on terminal.  The Error dialog box on the terminal must be 
cleared. Use the stylus to press “OK” on the 
terminal’s touchscreen. 
Other Connection Problems 
If you require more information on the synchronization process, please refer to the 
ActiveSync chapter in your handheld product’s Reference Guide or documentation on your
custom or 3
rd
 Party software. For help with other technical issues, contact CradlePoint 
Technical Support using the contact information provided at the start of this chapter. 
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