Palm VIIX, Handbook

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Page 186 Managing Desktop E-Mail and Beaming Information
Tip: For best results, Palm VII handhelds should be between 10
centimeters (approximately 4 inches) and 1 meter
(approximately 39 inches) apart, and the path between the two
devices must be clear of obstacles. Beaming distance to other
Palm OS handhelds may be different.
5. Wait for the Beam Status dialog box to indicate that the transfer is
complete before you continue working on your handheld.
To beam an application:
1. Open the Applications Launcher.
2. Tap the Menu icon .
3. Tap App, and then tap Beam.
4. Tap the application you want to transfer.
Note: Some applications are copy-protected and cannot be
beamed. These are listed with a lock icon next to them.
5. Tap Beam.
6. When the Beam Status dialog box appears, point the IR port
directly at the IR port of the receiving handheld.
7. Wait for the Beam Status dialog box to indicate that the transfer is
complete before you continue working on your handheld.
To receive beamed information:
1. Turn on your handheld.
2. Point the IR port directly at the IR port of the transmitting device
to open the Beam dialog box.
3. If you’re receiving Address Book, To Do List, or Memo Pad
information, select a category for the incoming information, create
a new category, or leave the information unfiled.