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Note: Changing the phone number in the Dial-Up field does not change the record in the Dial-Up Manager. (That is, the next time you select the connection, the phone number reverts to the number stored in the Dial-Up Manager.) For instructions on changing the record in the Dial-Up Manager, see page 153.

Chapter 12: Data Connections

3.If necessary, change the phone number in the Dial-Upfield. (For example, depending on your location, you may need to add or remove the area code.)

4.Tap the Connect button.

Watcher then initiates the connection. Progress is shown in the call status area. Once the connection is established, the call statistics (duration, bytes transmitted, and bytes received) are displayed.

During dial-up data connections, the In Use indicator is a modem.

To terminate a call:

1.Tap the Cancel button (during the connection process) or the Disconnect button (once the connection is established).

Incoming Data Calls

By default the AirCard is set to answer all calls as voice calls. To receive a fax or data call, you must set the AirCard to answer appropriately. This setting is in the Options window (Tools > Options) on the General tab. See page 158 for a detailed explanation.

To terminate an incoming call:

1.Tap the Cancel button (during the connection process) or the Disconnect button (once the connection is established).

Quick 2 Net Connections

The Quick 2 Net connection is set up for you when Watcher is installed. All you need to do to make a Quick 2 Net connection is:

1.Select Quick 2 Net from the drop-down menu on the Data tab of the main Watcher window.

2.Tap the Connect button.

During Quick 2 Net connections, the In Use indicator is a modem.

Once connected you can use any Internet application (such as Internet Explorer, Netscape Navigator, or your e-mail appli- cation).

To terminate a Quick 2 Net connection:

1.Tap the Cancel button (during the connection process) or the Disconnect button (once the connection is established).

Installation and Use on Handheld/Pocket PCs

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