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Installing ActiveSync
To install ActiveSync on the host computer, download version 4.1 or higher from the Microsoft web site at
http://www.microsoft.com. Refer to the installation included with the ActiveSync software.
Mobile Computer Setup
The vehicle computer can be set up to communicate either with a serial connection or a USB connection. Serial
connection can be to the vehicle computer COM1 or COM2 port. USB connection can be made to the vehicle
computer USB B Client port. Chapter 2, Installation provides the accessory setup and cable connection information
for use with the vehicle computer. The vehicle computer communication settings must be set to match the
communication settings used with ActiveSync.
1. On the vehicle computer tap >
Settings > Control Panel > PC Connection icon. The PC Connection
Properties window appears.
Figure 6-1 PC Connection Properties Window
2. Tap the
Change Connection button.
3. Select the connection type from the drop-down list.
Figure 6-2 Change Connection Window
4. Tap
OK to exit the Change Connection window and tap OK to exit the PC Connection Properties window.
NOTE Microsoft recommends installing ActiveSync on the host computer before connecting the vehicle computer.
NOTE You cannot use a USB scanner plugged into the rugged USB port when you ActiveSync to a host computer
using the USB B Client port.
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