Palm M125 Handheld Instructions Manual

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3. From the User pop-up menu, select the appropriate user name.
4. Select an application in the Conduit list.
5. Click Conduit Settings.
6. Click the direction in which you want to write data, or click Do 
Nothing to skip data transfer for an application.
Note:
Changing the HotSync setting from the default affects only 
the next
 HotSync operation. Thereafter, the HotSync 
Actions revert to their default settings. To use a new setting 
on an ongoing basis, click Make Default....

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Preparing your computer for infrared 
communication
Before you can perform a HotSync operation using the IR port, the 
computer with which you want to synchronize must fulfill these 
requirements:
nYour computer must support the IrCOMM implementation of the 
IrDA standards.
nYour computer must have an enabled infrared port that’s built into 
the computer, or an enabled infrared device attached to the 
computer. 
Some desktop computers may require an infrared device...

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5. In the Serial Port drop-down box, select the simulated port that 
your computer uses for infrared communication.
Note:
See the documentation for your operating system for 
instructions on finding the simulated port. This 
information is usually located in the Control Panel.
6. Click OK.
Note:
If your cradle/cable is connected to a USB port, you can 
continue using it while HotSync Manager is configured for 
infrared communication. If your cradle/cable is connected 
to a serial port,...

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5. Under Local Setup, select Infrared Port from the Port pop-up 
menu.
6. Close the HotSync Software Setup window. 
Performing an IR HotSync operation
After you complete the steps to prepare for performing an IR HotSync 
operation, it is easy to perform the actual operation. 
To perform an IR HotSync operation:
1. In the Applications Launcher, tap the HotSync icon.
2. Tap Local.
3. Tap the pick list below the HotSync icon and select IR to a 
PC/Handheld.
4. Position...

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Returning to cradle/cable HotSync operations
It’s easy to return to using the cradle/cable for HotSync operations.
Note:
If your cradle/cable is connected to a USB port, you can 
continue using it while HotSync Manager is configured for 
infrared communication. Use the following instructions to 
return to local USB cradle/cable HotSync operations only 
when needed, such as when you have disconnected the 
cradle/cable from the USB port.
To return to local USB cradle/cable HotSync...

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Conducting a HotSync operation via 
modem
You can use a modem to synchronize your handheld when you are 
away from your computer.
Note:
The first HotSync operation must be local, using the cradle/
cable. After that, you can perform a modem HotSync 
operation.
To perform a HotSync operation via modem you need the following:
nA modem connected to your computer.
nPalm Desktop software configured for use with the modem. 
nA modem connected to your handheld. 
nA...

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3. Adjust the following options as needed. 
4. Click OK.
Serial PortIdentifies the port for the modem. If you are 
unsure of the port assignment, look at the 
Modem Properties in the Windows Control 
Panel.
SpeedDetermines the speed at which data is 
transferred. Try the As Fast As Possible rate 
first, and adjust downward if you experience 
problems. This setting allows Palm Desktop 
software and your handheld to find and use 
the fastest speed.
ModemIdentifies the modem type or...

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To prepare a Macintosh for a modem HotSync operation:
1. Confirm that the Macintosh modem is connected and turned on, 
and that no communications applications, such as fax or telephony 
software, or AppleTalk networking are running on that serial port.
Note:
Make sure the Macintosh is disconnected from all online 
services, such as CompuServe and America Online (AOL). 
This helps to avoid conflicts with the serial port.
2. Double-click the HotSync Manager icon in...

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Preparing your handheld
There are a few steps you must perform to prepare your handheld for 
a modem HotSync operation. 
To prepare your handheld for a modem HotSync operation:
1. Tap the Applications icon  . 
2. Tap the HotSync icon  . 
3. Tap Modem.
4. Tap the pick list below the icon and select a modem configuration.
Note:
If you need to create a configuration, tap the Menu icon and 
then select Options and Connection Setup. See “Connection 
preferences” in Chapter 7 for more...

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Tip:
You can enter a comma in the field to introduce a “pause” in 
the dialing sequence. Each comma equals a two second 
pause.
8. If the phone line you’re using for the handheld has Call Waiting, 
select the Disable call waiting check box to avoid an interruption 
during the modem HotSync operation. 
9. If you want to use a calling card to place the call, select the check 
box and enter the calling card number. 
10. Tap OK.
Selecting the conduits for a modem...