Palm i700 Series, Handbook

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Customizing HotSync application settings
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You can set both Local and Modem settings and prepare your computer to
synchronize using the HotSync cradle or a modem. However, choosing both
setups prevents you from using either port for other operations such as
printing, faxing, or AppleTalk networking.
4.
Close the HotSync Software Setup window.
Customizing HotSync application settings
For each application, you can define a set of options that determines how records
are handled during synchronization. These options are called a “conduit.” By
default, a HotSync operation synchronizes all files between the handheld and
Palm Desktop software.
In general, you should leave the settings to synchronize all files. The only reason
you might want to change these settings is to overwrite data on either your
handheld or Palm Desktop software, or to avoid synchronizing a particular type of
file because you don’t use it.
In addition to the conduits for Date Book, Address Book, To Do List, Memo Pad,
and Note Pad, Palm Desktop software includes System and Install conduits, as
well as conduits for MutliMail
®
Deluxe and for updating the MyPalm
™
mobile
portal. The System conduit backs up the system information stored on your
handheld, including Graffiti
® ShortCuts. The Install conduit installs add-on
applications on your handheld. The conduit for MutliMail Deluxe enables you to
select e-mail accounts to synchronize, and the MyPalm Update conduit allows you
to receive newer versions of the MyPalm mobile portal.
Modem Setup
Enables you to perform HotSync operations across a
telephone line. To do this you must purchase an optional
add-on modem accessory for your handheld, have a
modem connected to your computer, and set the
following options:
Modem.
Identifies the type of modem connected to your
computer. If your modem does not appear on the list, use
the Hayes setting, or choose Custom to enter a command
string. Refer to the manual that came with your modem
to find the appropriate command string.
Port.
Identifies the port that Palm Desktop software uses
to communicate with the modem. Select the USB,
modem or printer port where you connected the modem
cable.
Modem Speaker.
Activates the modem’s speaker. If you
are having trouble connecting, turn on this option to
make sure the modem connected to your computer is
responding to incoming calls.