Sony Clie Peg Sl10 Handheld Operating Instructions

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Conducting an IR HotSync operation
You can use the IR (infrared) port of your CLIÉ handheld to perform an IR
HotSync® operation with a computer equipped with an IrDA (Infrared Data
Association) IR port. An IR HotSync operation allows you to perform a
HotSync operation without using the USB cable.
Before you start performing an IR HotSync operation
Check the following:
•Your computer is equipped with an...

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3Click the Local tab to change the setting for an IR HotSync
operation as needed.
•Serial Port: Specifies a virtual port for an infrared port. If you are not
sure of the connection port, see the Infrared Monitor in the Windows
Control Panel.
•Speed: Determines the speed at which data is transferred. Try the “As
Fast As Possible” rate first, and adjust downward if you experience
problems.
4Tap OK.
Your...

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5Tap the  icon.
The HotSync operation starts. Wait for the message showing that the
HotSync operation is complete.
To restore the local HotSync settings
1Connect the USB cable to your computer.
2Click the HotSync  icon in the Windows task tray and clear
the check mark of Local Serial from the shortcut menu.
3Click the HotSync  icon in the Windows task tray again and
select Setup from the shortcut menu.
The...

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Conducting a HotSync operation via modem
You can use a modem to synchronize your CLIÉ handheld when you are
away from your computer. A HotSync® operation via modem allows you to
back up your CLIÉ data to your computer away from your computer.
Notes
•The first HotSync operation must be local, using the USB cable. After that, you can
perform a modem HotSync operation.
•It may take many minutes to complete a...

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Preparing your computer
The following few steps must be performed to prepare your computer for a
modem HotSync operation. Be sure to perform these steps before you leave
your office or home so that your computer is ready to receive a call from
your CLIÉ handheld.
1Verify the following, to prepare your computer for a modem
HotSync operation:
•The computer modem is connected to your computer and both the
modem...

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5Adjust the following options as needed.
•Serial Port: Identifies the port for the modem. If you are unsure of the
port assignment, look at the Modem Properties in the Windows
Control Panel.
•Speed: Determines 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 the Palm Desktop for CLIÉ software and
your CLIÉ...

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3Tap the Enter phone # field.
The Phone Setup dialog box is displayed.
4Change the following settings if necessary:
1Enter the telephone number used to access the modem connected to
your computer.
If necessary, enter a dial prefix (such as “9”) to access an outside line,
and tap the Dial prefix check box. You can enter a comma in the field
to introduce a “pause” in the dialing sequence. Each comma equals a...

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To select the conduits for a modem HotSync operation
The Conduit Setup dialog box on your CLIÉ handheld enables you to define
which files and/or applications synchronize during a modem HotSync
operation. You can use these settings to minimize the time required to
synchronize your data when using a modem.
To change the Conduit Setup for a modem HotSync operation:
1Rotate the Jog Dial navigator to select HotSync and press the
Jog Dial...

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Performing a HotSync operation via modem
After you prepare your computer and your CLIÉ handheld, and select your
Conduit Setup options, you are ready to perform a modem HotSync
operation.
1Rotate the Jog Dial navigator to select HotSync and press the
Jog Dial navigator, or tap the HotSync 
 icon on the
Application Launcher screen.
The HotSync screen appears.
2Tap the  icon.
A HotSync operation starts. Wait for the message showing that...

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Conducting a HotSync operation via a network
When you use the Network HotSync® application, you can take advantage
of the LAN and WAN connectivity available in many office environments.
The Network HotSync application enables you to perform a HotSync
operation by dialing in to a network (Network Modem Sync) or by using a
USB cable that is connected to any computer on your LAN or WAN (LAN
Sync) (provided that...