Chapter 5 Using The Windows Ce Desktop; Introduction; Activesync; Remote Control Software - Motorola MC17 Product Reference Manual

Chapter 5 Using the Windows CE Desktop

Introduction

The MC17 runs Windows CE 5.0 operating system and the operating system is only available for configuration
when connected to a host computer via ActiveSync. Since the device is non-touch and has a limited keypad,
control is only available using remote control software.
The MC17T is a touch enabled device and control is available using the user interface (UI).

ActiveSync

See Chapter 4, ActiveSync

Remote Control Software

To control the device from a host computer, a remote control software application, such as ActiveSync Remote
Display, is required.
Download WindowsMobilePowerToys.msi application from the Microsoft web site: http://www.microsoft.com.
Following the instructions with the software to install the application on a host computer.

Connection to Host Computer

To connect the mobile computer to a host computer:
Ensure that ActiveSync is installed properly on the host computer. See
1.
information.
Using a T8 Torx drive, remove the two Torx screws securing the access panel to the back housing.
2.
for information on downloading and installing ActiveSync.
Chapter 4, ActiveSync for more