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Performing a HotSync operation via modem
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NOTE:
If you are using the provided USB cradle, you can continue using it while HotSync
Manager is configured for infrared communication. Use the following instructions to return
to Local USB cradle HotSync operations only when needed, such as when you have
disconnected the cradle from the USB port.
To return to local USB cradle HotSync operations:
1
If needed, connect the cradle to the USB port on your computer used for HotSync
operations.
2
Click the HotSync Manager icon
. in the Windows system tray.
3
Select Local USB if it is not already checked.
Performing a HotSync operation via modem
You can use a modem, to synchronize your Acer s10 when you are away from your
computer.
NOTE:
The first HotSync operation must be local, using the cradle or via infrared
communication. After that, you can perform a modem HotSync operation.
To perform a HotSync operation via modem you must complete the
following steps:
• Connect a modem to your computer.
• Configure the Palm Desktop software for use with your modem.
• Connect a modem to your Acer s10.
• Configure the Modem preferences on your Acer s10 for use with your modem
(Serial to Modem or IrCOMM to Modem).
Refer to "Connection preferences" on page 272 and "Network preferences"
on page 279 for more information.
Preparing your computer
You must perform a few steps to prepare your computer for a modem HotSync
operation. Be sure to perform these steps before you leave your office so that your
computer is ready to receive a call from your Acer s10.
To prepare your computer for a modem HotSync operation:
1
Confirm that the computer modem is connected and turned on, and that no
communications applications, such as fax or telephony software, are running on a
COM port.
NOTE:
Make sure that the computer is disconnected from all online services, such as
America Online (AOL) and CompuServe, to avoid conflicts with the COM port.
2
Start HotSync Manager if it is not already running, and from the HotSync Manager
menu, choose
Modem.
Summary of Contents for s10
Page 1: ...Manual for Acer s10 handheld ...
Page 4: ...About this Manual iv ...
Page 10: ...First things first Assigning security options x ...
Page 40: ...1 Getting started Entering data 22 ...
Page 84: ...Working with your basic applications Getting information on an application 66 ...
Page 98: ...Working with your basic applications Using Date Book 80 Record menu Edit menu Options menu ...
Page 100: ...Working with your basic applications Using Date Book 82 ...
Page 116: ...Working with your basic applications Using To Do List 98 ...
Page 125: ...Working with your basic applications Using Expense 107 ...
Page 134: ...Working with your basic applications Using Expense 116 Record menu Edit menu Options menu ...
Page 144: ...5 Working with your supplementary applications Service Launcher 126 ...
Page 158: ...Working with your supplementary applications Using Clock 140 ...
Page 166: ...Working with your supplementary applications Using AudioBox 148 ...
Page 178: ...Working with your supplementary applications Using Recorder 160 ...
Page 197: ...Working with your supplementary applications Using eBook Reader 179 Bookmark menu Note menu ...
Page 198: ...Working with your supplementary applications Using eBook Reader 180 ...
Page 212: ...Working with your supplementary applications Using Service Launcher 194 ...
Page 234: ...Working with your PC end utilities Using eBook Converter 216 ...
Page 246: ...8 Using the Attention Manager Subtle alarms 228 ...
Page 266: ...9 Managing your desktop email Managing your email application with HotSync 248 ...
Page 286: ...11 Exchanging and updating data using HotSync operations Using File Link 268 ...
Page 314: ...12 Setting preferences for your Acer s10 ShortCuts preferences 296 ...
Page 324: ...13 Frequently Asked Questions Technical support 306 ...
Page 332: ...Appendix Creating a custom Expense Report Expense file details 314 ...
Page 338: ...320 ...