User's Manual

CHAPTER 4 SYNC WITH HOST COMPUTER
To communicate with a host computer, the host computer requires a synchronization program. After
synchronizing the MC18 with a host computer, changes made on the MC18 or host computer appear in both
places.
To communicate with a host computer running Windows XP, install Microsoft ActiveSync (version 4.5 or
higher).
To communicate with a host computer running Windows 7, install Windows Mobile Device Center (WMDC
version 6.1 or higher).
Using a synchronization software:
• Allows working with MC18-compatible host applications on the host computer. The synchronization
software replicates data from the MC18 so the host application can view, enter, and modify data on the
MC18.
• Synchronizes files between the MC18 and host computer, converting the files to the correct format.
• Backs up the data stored on the MC18. Synchronization is a one-step procedure that ensures the data is
always safe and up-to-date.
• Copies (rather than synchronizes) files between the MC18 and host computer.
• Controls when synchronization occurs by selecting a synchronization mode, e.g., set to synchronize
continually while the MC18 is connected to the host computer, or set to only synchronize on command.
• Selects the types of information to synchronize and controls how much data is synchronized.
Installing the Synchronization Software
To install ActiveSync or Windows Mobile Device Center software on the host computer, logon to Microsoft web
site at http://www.microsoft.com
. Refer to the installation instructions included with the software.