NEC 790 manual Connecting to Your PC via Serial, Verifying PC Connection Settings

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Connecting to Your PC via Serial

The MobilePro is designed to be a companion PC. Most users want to synchronize the MobilePro 790 with a host PC. The latest work done on either the MobilePro or the host PC automatically appears on both machines, once the synchronization process occurs.

The following section provides an overview of the synchronization process, using the serial port, followed by detailed instructions for each stage of the process.

Follow these procedures to configure your MobilePro for synchronization using the serial port.

!Verify the accuracy of the PC Connection default settings on your MobilePro.

!Ensure the availability of the serial port on your host PC.

!Connect the PC Connect (serial) cable to your host PC and to your MobilePro.

!Install Microsoft ActiveSync on your host PC.

!Create a partnership between your host PC and your MobilePro.

!Verify that the desired synchronization services are configured.

Verifying PC Connection Settings

Your MobilePro ships with PC Connection default settings. Follow these steps to verify the accuracy of the PC Connection settings.

1.Tap Start, Settings, Control Panel.

2.Double tap the Communications icon and select the PC Connection tab.

3.Verify the following settings.

!“Allow connection with desktop computer when device is attached” is checked.

!“Connect using Serial Port @ 115K” displays. (Change this setting to 115K, if necessary. If synchronization is unsuccessful, revert to the default setting of 19200, or check your PC to verify it is communicating at 115k.)

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Contents B I L E P R O 7 9 Proprietary Notice and Liability Disclaimer Contents Iv Contents Troubleshooting Specifications Index Using This Guide Using This GuideViii Using This Guide Text ConventionsGetting Started Welcome Getting StartedUnpacking Your MobilePro Getting to Know Your MobilePro NEC MobileProInstalling and Charging the Battery AccessoriesLithium-Ion battery pack Inserting the battery pack Getting Started Connecting the AC Adapter Connecting the AC adapter Taking a Quick Tour Introducing the SoftwareConnecting to Your PC via Serial Verifying PC Connection SettingsConnecting the PC Connect Cable Ensuring the Availability of the Serial PortConnecting the PC connect cable Installing Microsoft ActiveSync Network RequirementsVerifying Synchronization Settings Creating a PartnershipConnecting to Your PC via Infrared Modifying PC Connection Settings Setting the Infrared Connection SpeedEnabling the Infrared Port Installing Microsoft ActiveSync Installing ActiveSync Creating a Partnership Synchronizing via the Infrared Port Synchronizing with Your Host PCSynchronizing via the Serial Port Resynchronizing Your MobileProUsing other Communication Devices Connecting RemotelyGetting Help Help ResourcesPocket PC Magazine Buyer’s Guide Introducing NEC MobilePro Identifying System Features Around the Front of the SystemDisplay panel Keyboard panel and base unit Introducing the NEC MobileProAround the Back of the System Status LEDsFeatures on the back of the system Left side featuresAround the Left Side of the System 6Introducing the NEC MobilePro Right side features Around the Right Side of the SystemAround the Bottom of the System Features on the bottom of the system Using the Stylus Using MobilePros Power SourcesOpening the Display Panel Determining Battery Status Recharging the Main Battery PackRecharging the Backup Battery MobilePro Power ManagementBattery Replacement Removing and Inserting the Battery PackRemoving the battery pack Battery Precautions Caring for the MobileProPrecautions Routine Cleaning Storage RequirementsIntroducing the NEC MobilePro Introducing Windows CE Using Windows CE Windows CE Operating SystemIntroducing Windows CE Dragging and Dropping Windows CE DesktopPocket Applications Printing Features Network Capabilities Creating a Network Ethernet ConnectionMicrosoft ActiveSync Online Help Backing Up and Restoring DataUsing the NEC MobilePro Powering On and Off Powering on and offUsing the NEC MobilePro Making Display Panel Adjustments Adjusting the brightnessEnabling the Suspend Switch BacklightUsing the Keyboard Keyboard Using Application Shortcut Keys Default Application Shortcut KeysDefining Application Shortcut Keys Other Function KeysAdjusting MobilePro Settings Using the Scroll Dial Locating the Scroll DialUsing the Voice Recorder Recording MemosMenu Selections Using PC Cards Inserting PC CardsInserting a PC card Verify that the PC card is securely in the slotUsing CompactFlash Cards Removing PC CardsInserting CompactFlash Cards Removing CompactFlash Cards Inserting a CompactFlash cardUsing the IR Port Resetting the MobilePro Using the Soft Reset ButtonUsing the Full Reset Button Soft reset buttonBattery release latch Battery pack Battery release lock Using the FlashROM Configuration Utility Full reset buttonUsing the NEC MobilePro Setting Up a Remote Connection Preparing for Connection Setup Connecting the Internal ModemSetting Up a Remote Connection Connecting to an Internet Service Provider Connecting the telephone cableConnecting to a Remote Access Server Sending and Receiving Email Activating a Connection Tap Services again, if necessary and tap Connect Troubleshooting Troubleshooting2Troubleshooting Troubleshooting A-3 Specifications CPUSpecifications PortsSpecifications B-3 Recharge TimeDimensions Specifications B-5 Regulatory Statements for U.S. and Canada FCC Statement for United States OnlyRegulatory Statements FCC Part Regulatory Statements IC CS-03 FCC Warning Battery Disposal Regulatory Statements for Europe CTR21Battery Disposal Declaration of Conformity Index Index-1Index-2 Index-3