STEP 8: Make a Data Call

Preliminary Checklist

1.Is the card properly inserted into your mobile computer, and is the cable connected securely to your mobile phone?

2.Is the phone receiving a digital signal? A or equivalent will appear on the display of some phones.

3.Is the mobile phone’s signal strength sufficient? A minimum strength of two bars is recommended, but some phones can send data with one. For a better signal, raise the antenna, hold the phone upright, and/or relocate.

4.Does your phone have enough battery power for your data call?

Making a Data Call for Pocket PC Devices

This section primarily shows Pocket PC 2002 screens. Pocket PCs will have functionally equivalent screens except where otherwise noted.

Placing a Data Call

1.If not already open, start the connection you created for the DPC during remote networking setup:

Pocket PC: Go to Start Programs Connections. Tap on the connection you created for the DPC.

Pocket PC 2002: Go to Start Settings Connections Connections. In the top field, select Internet Settings. Tap Connect.

Connections screen

Important! For Internet Settings, the Pocket PC 2002 must be set to use (i.e., always dial) your wireless DPC connection! Tap Modify to adjust.

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