PDA User Manual

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Communications
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the serial communications port on your
computer.
Figure 4-2. Connecting the Synchronization Cable to the Computer
Note:
The synchronization cable requires a dedicated port. It cannot share
a port with an internal modem or other device. If you are unsure
about the location of the serial port on your computer, refer to the
user’s manual supplied with the computer.
4. On the desktop computer, enter a name for your PPT 2700 terminal and click the
Next button. Follow the instructions on the screen to set up a partnership that allows
synchronization of information between the two computers. Items to be
synchronized may be customized, and you may select to synchronize automatically
upon connect.
Note:
Every PPT 2700 terminal should have a unique name. Never try to
synchronize more than one PPT 2700 terminal to the same user name.
Performing ActiveSync using the Cradle
To perform an ActiveSync operation for the first time using the cradle:
1. After installing the ActiveSync software, restart your desktop computer.
2. Connect your CRD 2700 cradle to your computer by plugging the cable from the
cradle into the serial communications port on your computer.
Serial Port