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Communications
The curved edge on the bottom of the PPT 2700 terminal should align smoothly with
the cradle when it is inserted properly.
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 continuously as
information changes, upon connection, or manually by clicking the Sync button on
the toolbar of your desktop computer.
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.
After you complete the first ActiveSync operation, you just need to place the terminal in the
connected cradle or connect the synchronization cable and synchronization occurs
automatically.
Performing a Remote ActiveSync
You can also sync your PPT 2700 remotely using a modem. See Creating a Modem
Connection to a Network on page 7-4 to set up your terminal for a modem ActiveSync.
Before leaving your desktop computer, prepare the computer for a remote ActiveSync:
1. Start ActiveSync on your desktop computer.
2. On the File menu, select Connection Settings.
3. Select Allow network (Ethernet) and Remote Access Service (RAS) server connection
with this desktop computer.
4. Leave your computer on and logged on.
To remotely sync your PPT 2700 terminal with your desktop computer:
1. Insert the terminal in the modem cradle, or attach the MDM3000 Modem Module.
If using the cradle, set the Sync Select switch on the back of the cradle to the Modem
position.
2. On the PPT 2700, select , Programs, Connections.
3. Tap your connection icon.