Beaming data
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For best results, Palm handhelds should be between 10 centimeters
(approximately 4 inches) and 1 meter (approximately 39 inches) apart, and the
path between the two handhelds must be clear of obstacles. Beaming distance
to other devices 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.
Tap the Home icon
.
2.
Tap the Menu icon
.
3.
Tap Beam on the App menu.
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 device.
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.
Once you have received the file, select a category for the incoming information,
create a new category, or leave the information unfiled.
4.
Tap Yes.
Summary of Contents for Zire
Page 1: ...Handbook for Palm Zire Handheld ...
Page 10: ...Contents x ...
Page 12: ...About This Book 2 ...
Page 18: ...Chapter 1 Setting Up Your Handheld 8 ...
Page 32: ...Chapter 2 Exploring Your Handheld 22 ...
Page 82: ...Chapter 6 Using Calculator 72 ...
Page 86: ...Chapter 7 Using Clock 76 ...
Page 112: ...Chapter 10 Using Memo Pad 102 ...
Page 118: ...Chapter 11 Using Note Pad 108 ...
Page 176: ...Chapter 15 Setting Preferences for Your Handheld 166 ...
Page 182: ...Appendix A Maintaining Your Handheld 172 ...
Page 194: ...Appendix B Frequently Asked Questions 184 ...
Page 208: ...Index 198 ...