Palm M500 Handheld Instructions Manual

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IR HotSync operations
Your handheld is equipped with an infrared (IR) port that supports 
the IrCOMM implementation of the standards for infrared 
communication established by the Infrared Data Association (IrDA). 
This means that not only can you beam data to another Palm OS 
handheld that’s equipped with an IR port, but you can also beam data 
to a mobile phone and any other device that supports the IrCOMM 
implementation of the IrDA standards. 
Most importantly, you can use the IR...

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To install the extensions for infrared communication 
on a Macintosh:
1. Insert the Palm Desktop software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM 
drive on your Macintosh.
2. Open the Palm Extras folder.
3. Open the IrDA Files folder.
4. Open the Install in your System Folder.
5. Go to the Extensions folder in your System Folder and move the 
files with the same names as the files in the Install in your System 
Folder to another folder. (This will enable you to reinstall them 
later...

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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 is connected to a USB port, you can 
continue using it while HotSync Manager is configured 
for infrared communication. If your cradle is connected to 
a serial port, you cannot...

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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 HotSync operations
It’s easy to return to using the cradle for HotSync operations.
Note:If your cradle 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 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 on a 
Windows computer:
1. If...

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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. 
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 configuration...

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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 manufacturer. 
Refer to your modem manual or face...

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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 the...

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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 8 for more...

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Note:If you plan to connect to your company’s dial-in server 
(network modem) instead of connecting to a computer 
modem, see “Conducting a HotSync operation via a 
network” later in this chapter.
6. Enter the telephone number to access the modem connected to 
your computer.
7. If needed, enter a dial prefix (such as “9”) to access an outside line, 
and then tap the Dial Prefix check box.
Tip:You can enter a comma in the field to introduce a “pause” 
in the dialing...