Page 1 About the Newton Connection Utilities With the Newton Connection Utilities, you can connect your Apple MessagePad or other Newton device to your computer and do the following: m Back up Newton information and store it on your computer.
Page 2 The Newton Connection Utilities work with the Newton 2.0 or 2.1 operating system. If you have a Newton device that uses an earlier version of the Newton operating system and you don’t plan to upgrade, Apple recommends you use the Newton Connection Kit 2.0 instead of the Newton Connection Utilities.
Page 3 You use a serial cable to connect your Newton device to the printer or modem port on the back of your computer. If you don’t have a serial cable, you can purchase one from an authorized Apple dealer. The cable has mini DIN-8 connectors on both ends.
Page 4 Plug the other end of the serial cable into the printer port ( ), the modem port ( ), or the printer-modem port on your computer. Connect to an Apple If you use the printer port, MessagePad or other go to the Chooser and Newton device.
Page 5 MessagePad may not establish a connection properly. If you’re using an eMate 300, you can plug the LocalTalk cable into either the Newton InterConnect port or the serial port. Turn on your computer and choose the Chooser from the Apple ( ) menu. Getting Started...
Page 6 Make sure AppleTalk is active. If not, click the AppleTalk Active button. If instructions appear on screen, follow them. Make sure AppleTalk is active. That’s it! You’ve connected your Newton device to your computer on a AppleTalk network. Go on to the next section. Installing the Newton Connection Utilities Before your computer can communicate with your Newton device, you need to install the Newton Connection Utilities on your computer.
Page 7 In the dialog box, click Install. Click to start the installation. A status box keeps you informed of progress during installation. Follow the instructions on your screen. When you see a message reporting that the installation was successful, follow the instructions on the screen.
Page 8 Preparing your computer To prepare your computer for communication with a Newton device, follow these steps. Opening the Newton Connection Utilities On your computer, open the Newton Connection Utilities folder and double-click the Newton Connection Utilities icon. The Newton Connection Utilities window appears on your computer. Newton Connection Utilities menus Click here to turn on (or off) Balloon Help for this screen.
Page 9 Selecting the type of connection on your computer The first time you use the Newton Connection Utilities, you need to specify how the Newton device is connected to your computer. Choose Preferences from the Edit menu. A dialog box appears with a list of connection preferences for your computer. Select the type of connection.
Page 10 Preparing your Newton device Before you use the Newton Connection Utilities, you need to tell your Newton device how it is connected to the computer. Make sure you enter your name and other owner information on IMPORTANT your Newton device. The computer uses this name when it creates a backup file.
Page 11 Tap “Connect to.” In the list that appears, tap the worksite or computer you want to connect to. If you tap “Other computer,” a slip appears. Tap the computer you want to connect to. Only computers that have the Newton Connection Utilities installed and running appear in the slip.
Page 12 After a few moments, the connection is established and the buttons in the Newton Connection Utilities window are no longer dimmed. Click to install a package on Click to export information from your your Newton device. Newton device to your computer. Click to update information on both your Newton device...
Page 13 Creating your first backup After you establish a connection, you can make a backup of information and packages on your Newton device and store it on your computer. Backing up your Newton device provides a safe way to store information in case it gets lost or deleted by mistake.
Page 14 Setting a connection password If you like, you can set a connection password for the Newton Connection Utilities. This password prevents others from using the Newton Connection Utilities without your permission. The password you set works for serial or AppleTalk connections. To set a connection password, follow these steps: Open the Newton Connection Utilities and choose Preferences from the Edit menu.
Page 15 The next time you establish a connection between your Newton device and your computer, a prompt appears on your Newton device asking you to enter your desktop connection password. The password helps prevent unauthorized users from accessing your computer or Newton device, either directly or via an AppleTalk network.
Page 16 Open the Newton Connection Utilities and choose Preferences from the Edit menu. Choose the options you want. m Select “Back up” if you want to back up all information during an Auto Dock session. m Select “Allow selective backup” if you want to be prompted to choose the information to back up during an Auto Dock session.
Page 17 The remaining steps set up the Dock application for Auto Docking. On your Newton device, tap Dock, tap the information ; button, and in the list that appears, tap Prefs. The Dock Preferences slip appears. Tap to add a checkmark to Auto Dock. When you select Auto Dock, the slip expands, allowing you to select the type of connection for your Newton device.
Page 18 Quitting the Newton Connection Utilities To end a connection and quit the Newton Connection Utilities: m Choose Quit from the File menu on your computer screen. The connection is ended and the Newton Connection Utilities window disappears. You can also end a connection from your Newton device by tapping the X next to the Newton Connection Utilities buttons.
Page 19: Backing Up And Restoring Information
Backing Up and Restoring Information The previous chapter described how to use the Newton Connection Utilities to create your first backup. This chapter describes how to do additional backups and how to restore information you’ve backed up. About backup files It’s important to back up your Newton information.
Page 20: Backing Up Cards
Inside the Backups folder is a file with a name derived from the owner’s name you entered on your Newton device. This file contains the latest backup information. If you haven’t entered an owner’s name on your Newton device, the file is called “Newton Device.” By default, the Backups folder is located in the Newton Connection Utilities folder.
Page 21: Previous Backups
Previous backups Every time you back up, the Newton Connection Utilities make a copy of the previous backup file and store it in a folder called Previous Backups. This folder is located in your Backups folder. For example, if the owner’s name for your Newton device is Mike Chen, the Newton Connection Utilities create a file named Mike Chen’...
Page 22: Creating Backup Files
Creating backup files You can back up all information and packages on your Newton device or you can just back up selected information and packages. The following section describes how to back up all information. To back up selected information and packages, see “Backing Up Selected Information and Packages”...
Page 23 A dialog box appears with a list of items to back up. To select an item, click the box next to it to add an X. List of information on your Newton device. To see more items on the list, use the scroll bar. Select to include all packages (including packages from other...
Page 24: Backing Up Selected Information And Packages
If you back up selectively, be careful when you restore WARNING information. You may remove information that has not been backed up. Apple recommends you restore information only from a backup that includes all information and packages. See “Restoring Information and Packages” later in this chapter.
Page 25: Backing Up A Storage Card
Select the information to back up. To select an item to back up, click the box next to it to add an X. Only items marked with an X will be backed up. Click Backup. A status window appears indicating a backup is in progress. Messages in the window show what information is being backed up.
Page 26: Changing The Location Of The Backups Folder
Make sure the card you want to back up is selected. Click Backup. The card is backed up and a backup file with the name of the card appears in your Backups folder. Changing the location of the Backups folder By default, the Backups folder is automatically stored in the Newton Connection Utilities folder on your computer.
Page 27 Select a new location for your Backups folder. Click to display a pop-up menu of disks and folders on your computer. Click to select a folder. Click Select. The new location you specified is saved. Establish a connection from your Newton device. Click the Backup button and back up all information and packages on your Newton device.
Page 28: Restoring Information And Packages
Restoring information and packages If something goes wrong and you lose information on your Newton device, you can restore information from the latest backup file on your computer. You can restore all information in a backup file or select which information you want to restore.
Page 29 If you back up selectively, be careful when you restore WARNING information. You may remove information that has not been backed up. Apple recommends you restore information only from a backup that includes all information and packages. Backing Up and Restoring Information...
Page 30 Click Open. You see a list of information and packages that can be restored. You can choose items to restore or restore all the items. To select an item, click the box next to it to add an X. Select the information List of information to restore.
Page 31: Tips On Managing Backups
When the restoration is complete, a message appears on your Newton screen asking you to restart. Tap Restart. Your Newton device restarts. Note: If you have a personal identification number (PIN) assigned to your Newton device, the number is not restored. You’ll need to reassign a PIN. For more information on assigning a PIN, see the handbook that came with your Newton device.
Page 33: Installing Packages
Installing Packages This chapter describes how to use the Newton Connection Utilities to install packages.You can install packages on your Newton device or on a storage card. Installing a package on your Newton device A package is a special file that adds features to your Newton device. Examples of packages include applications, electronic books, and system updates.
Page 34: Installing Packages By Dragging
Click the Install Package button. In the dialog box that appears, select the package you want to install and click Open. The package is installed on your Newton device. A status window on your computer keeps you informed of the progress. Note: If you stop a package installation, the connection between your Newton device and your computer is ended.
Page 35: Installing A Package On A Storage Card
Select one or more package icons. Drag the icons to the Newton Connection Utilities icon, or into your Newton Connection Utilities window. The packages are installed. Installing a package on a storage card You can install packages on a storage card rather than in your Newton device’s internal memory.
Page 37: Using Your Computer's Keyboard
Using Your Computer’s Keyboard This chapter describes how to use your computer’s keyboard to enter information on your Newton device. About keyboard entry With the Newton Connection Utilities, text you type on your computer’s keyboard can appear on your Newton device. For example, you can open a new Name slip on your Newton device and use your computer’s keyboard to fill in the information.
Page 38: Starting A Keyboard Session
Starting a keyboard session To start a keyboard session, follow these steps: Open the Newton Connection Utilities and establish a connection from your Newton device. For instructions, see Chapter 1, “Getting Started.” Click the Use Keyboard button in the Newton Connection Utilities window. A status window appears and your Newton device is ready to accept information from your computer’s keyboard.
Page 39 Begin typing on your computer’s keyboard. The text you type appears at the insertion point on your Newton device. Characters you type on your computer’s keyboard appear at the insertion point. Press the Tab or Return key to move to a new text entry area.
Page 40: Ending A Keyboard Session
Ending a keyboard session When you’ve finished entering information from the keyboard, you can end a keyboard session by any of the following methods: m On your computer, click the Stop button in the Keyboard status window. m On your Newton device, tap the Dock button. When a message appears asking whether you want to end your keyboard session, tap Yes.
Page 41: Importing Information To Your Newton Device
Importing Information to Your Newton Device This chapter describes how to import information from a file on your computer to an application on your Newton device. To learn about importing information into your Newton Works application, see Chapter 8, “Importing Into Newton Works.”...
Page 42: Choosing When To Import
Choosing when to import Typically, you import when you want to transfer a large amount of information from your computer and maintain the information on your Newton device. For example, you might have a list of customer names you want to add to your Newton Names application. However, if you have information you want to keep current on both your Newton device and your computer (for example, your appointment calendar), you may prefer to synchronize instead of import.
Page 43: Importing
Importing Importing a file When you import information, the Newton Connection Utilities look at the file you’re importing to determine which translator to use to convert the file. This section describes what happens when the Newton Connection Utilities automatically recognize which translator to use and which Newton application should receive the information.
Page 44 A dialog box appears with a list of files to import. Select a file to import and click Select. If the Newton Connection Utilities recognize the file you’re importing, a dialog box similar to the following appears. Note: The contents of this dialog box depend on the type of file you’re importing and the application you’re importing to.
Page 45: Importing An Unrecognized File
Importing an unrecognized file This section describes what happens if more than one translator can be used to convert the file you’re importing and if more than one Newton application can receive the information you’re importing. To import a file, follow these steps: Open the Newton Connection Utilities and establish a connection from your Newton device.
Page 46 Select a file to import and click Select. A dialog box appears listing the translators available to convert the file you’re importing. (You may see a different list of translators, depending on the type of file you’re importing.) Select the type of file you’re importing and click OK. A dialog box appears with a list of Newton applications that can receive the information.
Page 47: Importing A Text File
Click OK. The Import dialog box appears. Click Import. The information is imported to your Newton application. Importing a text file You can import two types of text file: delimited text and plain text. Applications, such as database managers, which store information organized in records and fields, can often save information as a delimited text file.
Page 48 When you import a delimited text file, you can specify what characters separate information in the file. For example, fields of information might be separated by commas (,) and entries (records) might be separated by return characters. You can also specify whether the text file includes column headings (field names) at the top of the file.
Page 49: Changing How Information Is Imported
Changing how information is imported When you import database information to your Newton device, the information is transferred using a field map, a template to determine how fields in your computer’s application are mapped to fields in your Newton application. In most cases, the default field map works fine for importing information, but you can change the field map to meet your specific needs —...
Page 51: Exporting Information From Your Newton Device
Exporting Information From Your Newton Device This chapter describes how to transfer information from an application on your Newton device to a file on your computer. To learn about exporting Newton Works information to your computer, see Chapter 9, “Exporting From Newton Works.”...
Page 52: Choosing When To Export
Choosing when to export Typically, you export when you want to transfer a large amount of information from your Newton device to your computer and maintain the information on your computer. For example, you might export information in your Notepad from your Newton to include in a report you’re writing on your computer.
Page 53: Exporting All Information
Exporting all information To export all information from a Newton application, follow these steps: Open the Newton Connection Utilities and establish a connection from your Newton device. For instructions, see Chapter 1, “Getting Started.” Click the Export button in the Newton Connection Utilities window. A dialog box lists Newton applications you can export information from.
Page 54 Select an application and click OK. A Save dialog box appears. Type a name for the file that will contain the exported information. Choose the type of file to create from the File Type pop-up menu. The File Type menu lists file formats you can create when you export Newton information.
Page 55: Exporting A Text File
Click Export All. All information is exported from your Newton application to a new file with the format you selected. If you changed settings in Advanced Options, the information is exported according to your new settings. Exporting a text file When you export to a delimited text file, fields of information are separated by commas (,) and entries (records) by returns.
Page 56: Exporting Selected Information
Exporting selected information You can export only selected information in a Newton application. For example, if you’re exporting information from your Newton Names application, you can choose to export only the names stored in a particular folder. To export selected information, follow these steps: Follow steps 1 to 6 in the previous section, “Exporting All Information.”...
Page 57: Changing How Information Is Exported
Click an entry to select it for export. You can select groups of entries by dragging or Shift-clicking. You can select noncontiguous entries by holding down Command (x) and clicking or dragging. To select all entries in the window, click Select All. To rearrange columns, click the column heading and drag the column to a new location.
Page 59: Synchronizing Information
Synchronizing Information This chapter describes how to synchronize information on your Newton device with information on your computer. About synchronization Synchronization lets you keep applications on your Newton device up-to-date with applications on your computer. For example, you might have a calendar application on your computer that you want to contain the same information as your Newton Dates application.
Page 60: An Overview Of Synchronizing
An overview of synchronizing The following illustration shows the steps you take to synchronize information for the first time. This chapter describes how to synchronize without setting advanced options. Chapter 10, “Setting Advanced Options,” describes how to set advanced options when you synchronize. 1.
Page 61: Synchronizing For The First Time
Synchronizing for the first time To synchronize for the first time, follow these steps: Open the Newton Connection Utilities and establish a connection from your Newton device. For instructions, see Chapter 1, “Getting Started.” Click the Synchronize button in the Newton Connection Utilities window. When you synchronize for the first time, the Synchronization Settings window appears automatically.
Page 62 Click Choose File. A dialog box appears with a list of files on your computer. You can specify which types of files appear in the file list by choosing a file type from the File Type pop-up menu. Select the file you want to synchronize. Click Select.
Page 63 Make sure the checkbox to the left of the Newton application is selected. Each application in the Synchronization Settings window has a checkbox next to it. You use this checkbox to turn synchronization on and off. If an X appears in the checkbox, the application will be synchronized. If no X appears, the application will not be synchronized.
Page 64: Resynchronizing Your Information
Resynchronizing your information Whenever you change information on your Newton device or in your computer’s file, you can resynchronize to keep your applications up-to-date. For example, if you add meetings to your Newton Dates information, you can synchronize the information so the calendar on your computer matches your Newton device.
Page 65: Using A Storage Card When You Synchronize
Using a storage card when you synchronize If you have a storage card inserted in your Newton device when you synchronize, the appropriate information on the card is included in the synchronization. For example, if you’re synchronizing the Newton Names application, all names on the card are included in the synchronization.
Page 66: Changing How Information Is Synchronized
Change the synchronization settings as desired. For example, you can change the file you’re synchronizing with and you can select or deselect the Newton applications to synchronize by clicking the checkboxes. You can also set advanced options (see Chapter 10, “Setting Advanced Options,”...
Page 67: Importing Into Newton Works
Importing Into Newton Works This chapter describes how to import information from a file on your computer into the Newton Works application on your Newton device. For information about importing into other applications on your Newton device, see Chapter 5, “Importing Information to Your Newton Device.” Note: You can import information into Newton Works only if your Newton device uses the Newton 2.1 operating system.
Page 68 To import a file into Newton Works, follow these steps: Open the Newton Connection Utilities and establish a connection from your Newton device. For instructions, see Chapter 1, “Getting Started.” Click the Newton Works Import button in the Newton Connection Utilities window. A window appears in which you can select the file to be imported.
Page 69: Exporting From Newton Works
Exporting From Newton Works This chapter describes how to export Newton Works information on your Newton device to a file on your computer. For information about exporting information from other Newton applications, see Chapter 6, “Exporting Information From Your Newton Device.” Note: You can export information from Newton Works only if your Newton device uses the Newton 2.1 operating system.
Page 70 To export a file from Newton Works, follow these steps: Open the Newton Connection Utilities and establish a connection from your Newton device. For instructions, see Chapter 1, “Getting Started.” Click the Newton Works Export button in the Newton Connection Utilities window. A window appears in which you can select Newton Works files to be exported.
Page 71: Setting Advanced Options
Setting Advanced Options This chapter describes how to use advanced options when you import, export, or synchronize to change how information is transferred between your Newton device and your computer. For information about importing or exporting with Newton Works, see Chapter 8, “Importing Into Newton Works”...
Page 72: Changing The Date Range
m Field Mapping: You can change how categories, or fields, of information in your Newton application are matched to fields of information in your computer’s application. See “Using Field Maps.” m Miscellaneous Options: Y ou can set options specific to the applications sending and receiving the information.
Page 73 Click Advanced Options. The Export dialog box expands to show more options for defining how information is exported. Note: The date range options appear only if you’re transferring information from a calendar or datebook application. Choose a date range from the Dates pop-up menu. If you choose Custom, you can change the dates that appear to the right of the menu.
Page 74: Resolving Transfer Conflicts
Resolving transfer conflicts About conflict resolution You can specify how conflicts are resolved when you transfer information between your Newton device and your computer. A conflict occurs when key fields of information in your Newton application match key fields of information in your computer’s application, but not all fields are the same.
Page 75 When importing, you can have the information in your computer files replace information on your Newton device, but not change specific information that resides only on your Newton device. Say, for example, you keep birth dates in your Newton Names application, but don’t keep them in your computer file. You can import information from your computer file into your Newton device without losing the birth dates.
Page 76 The following illustration shows how a conflict would be resolved when an entry from an address book on your computer is imported to your Newton Names application. Desktop File Samuel Wong 1049 Chestnut Street (510) 555-1200 Import Newton Names Samuel Wong 1049 Chestnut Street (415) 555-9289 wong@wplus.com...
Page 77: Choosing A Conflict Resolution
The following illustration shows how a conflict is resolved when an entry from an address book on your computer is synchronized with your Newton Names application. Newton Names Samuel Wong 1049 Chestnut Street (415) 555-9289 wong@wplus.com Synchronize Desktop File Samuel Wong 1049 Chestnut Street (510) 555-1200 Newton Wins...
Page 78 The Import dialog box appears. Click Advanced Options. The Import dialog box expands to show advanced options, including a pop-up menu with a choice of conflict resolutions. Choose the desired conflict resolution from the On Conflict pop-up menu. Note: The contents of this menu depend on whether you’re importing or synchronizing information.
Page 79: Using Field Maps
Using field maps You can create a new field map for transferring information. About field maps Application programs store information in categories, called fields, that describe the type of information entered. For example, an entry in an Address Book application might have several fields: a Name field, an Address field, a Phone field, a Job Title field, and so on.
Page 80: Changing A Field Map
Changing a field map The following section describes how to change a field map when you export information. You can also use it as an example for changing field maps when you import or synchronize. Be careful when you change a field map. The field map you IMPORTANT create for each pair of applications (the Newton application and the corresponding computer application) applies whenever you import, export, or...
Page 81 Click Field Mapping. The Field Mapping dialog box appears. The contents vary depending on the applications you’ve selected for transferring information. One column lists the application you’re transferring information from (the source application). The other column lists the application you’re transferring information to (the target application).
Page 82: Changing A Field Map For A Text File
When you’ve finished making changes to the field map, click OK. Y our field map changes are saved and the Field Mapping dialog box disappears. After you’ve created a new field map, you can export or you can set other advanced options.
Page 83 When you import a delimited text file, the field map looks like this: One column shows entries in the file you’re importing. You can move through entries by clicking the forward and backward arrow buttons. The other column shows the Newton application you’re importing into and lists its fields.
Page 84: Setting Miscellaneous Options
Setting miscellaneous options To further refine how information is transferred, you can set miscellaneous options specific to the type of information you’re transferring. For example, a calendar application might have an option to control how ongoing meetings are handled. You can also set options specific to the translation program used to transfer the information.
Page 85 Click Advanced Options. The Import dialog box expands. Click Miscellaneous. The Miscellaneous dialog box appears. The contents of the dialog box depend on the application you’re using to transfer information. Following are some examples: The above dialog box appears when you’re exporting from a calendar application.
Page 86 This dialog box appears when you’re exporting to a text file. The options that appear are specific to the text translator. You use these options to specify how fields and entries are separated in the text file. Select the desired options. Typical items you can set in Miscellaneous options include: m Repeat unknown, ongoing appointments: Some calendar applications allow you to set ongoing appointments—for example, a meeting that occurs...
Page 87 m End Fields with or Fields end with: If you’re exporting information to a text file, choose the character to separate fields in the text file. If you’re importing information from a text file, choose the character that separates fields in the text file. m End Entries with or Entries end with: If you’re exporting information to a text file, choose the character to separate entries in the text file.
Page 89: Using The Utilities From Your Newton Device
Using the Utilities From Your Newton Device This chapter describes how to use the Newton Connection Utilities from your Newton device instead of from your computer. Using the utilities To use the Newton Connection Utilities from your Newton device: Open the Newton Connection Utilities and establish a connection from your Newton device.
Page 90: Finding Files On Your Computer From Your Newton Device
Note: The options to export from Newton applications (including Newton Works) and to import into Newton Works are available only from the computer. Tap to restore a backup file to your Newton device. Tap to install a package. Tap to back up your Newton device.
Page 91: Importing Information Using Your Newton Device
Importing information using your Newton device When you import information, a slip appears asking you to select a file to import. You may also need to choose a translator for the file. Your Newton slip may appear different depending on the type of file you’re importing: Shows the file you’re importing Select which application will receive the information.
Page 92 On your Newton screen, tap Dock (or Connection k ). A slip appears. Tap to change connection preferences. Tap the information ; button and tap Prefs in the list. A slip appears with a list of connection preferences. Select the desired Dock preferences. Connection preferences include the following: m Save password: Saves the password you’ve set for the Newton Connection Utilities.
Page 93 m Always backup all information: Automatically backs up all information and packages when you tap Backup. m Auto Dock: When this option is selected, the Newton device automatically backs up or synchronizes whenever you establish a connection, according to the settings you selected in the Newton Connection Utilities. For more information, see “Setting Up for Auto Dock”...
Page 95: Troubleshooting
Newton device. For the latest product and troubleshooting information, check the Read Me file located in the Newton Connection Utilities folder or see Apple’s Newton site on the World Wide Web (http://www.newton.apple.com). Problems installing the utilities An error message appears when I try to install the Newton Connection Utilities.
Page 96: Problems Establishing A Connection
Problems establishing a connection I can’t establish an AppleTalk or serial connection from my Newton device. m Check your connection cables to make sure they’re connected properly. See “Connecting a Newton Device to Your Computer” in Chapter 1, “Getting Started.” m If you’re connected via an AppleTalk network, make sure AppleTalk is active.
Page 97 I can’t locate backup files in the Newton Connection Utilities folder. m You may have changed the location of backup files to another folder. See “Changing the Location of the Backups Folder” in Chapter 2, “Backing Up and Restoring Information.” When I back up a storage card, the information on the card is backed up, but not the packages.
Page 98: Problems Installing Packages
The package will work properly. I can’t establish a serial connection from my PowerBook or PowerBook Duo. m Choose the Chooser from the Apple (K) menu and make sure AppleTalk is inactive. m Open the PowerBook Setup control panel and make sure Modem is set to Normal.
Page 99 My application is not synchronizing when I click the Synchronize button. m Make sure you’ve selected a file to synchronize. See “Synchronizing for the First Time” in Chapter 7, “Synchronizing Information.” m Make sure the checkbox to the left of the application is checked (an X appears in it) in the Synchronization Settings dialog box.
Page 101: Appendix Working With Translators
Appendix Working With Translators The Read Me file that comes with your Newton Connection Utilities includes a list of translators that come with the utilities. You can use these translators to import, export, or synchronize information between your Newton device and applications on your computer.
Page 103 Index advanced options 71–87 backing up Apple customer support line viii all information and packages 22–23 AppleTalk network 5–6, 96 Auto Dock feature 15–17, 93 Apple Web site viii, 95 automatic backup 15–17, 93 application programs creating first backup 13...
Page 104 connection ending 18, 92 cables establishing 11–12 AppleTalk 5, 96 selecting on Newton device 10–11 serial 3, 96 selecting type of 9 Card file 20 troubleshooting 96 cards. See storage cards Connection icon 10 CD, installing from 6 connection password 14–15, 92 changing copying text from Clipboard 40 date range 72–73...
Page 105 exporting folders all information from Newton applications and 95 applications 53–55 Backups 13, 19–20, 26–27 changing field maps and 80–83 Newton Connection Utilities 7, 95, 96 description of 51–52 Previous Backups 21 graphics 53, 101 from Newton device 51–57 G, H from Newton Works 69–70 PICT files 101 graphics, importing and exporting...
Page 106 problems backing up and restoring 96–98 NCU Installer icon 6 restoring 28–31 networks resynchronizing 64 AppleTalk 5–6, 96 synchronizing 59–66 EtherTalk 5 transfer conflicts and 74–78 installation requirements 2 Newton Connection Utilities installation requirements for 2 installing installing 6–8, 95 Newton Connection Utilities 6–8, 95 opening 8 packages 33–35, 98...
Page 107 setting up for connection to 10–12 sleep and 92 packages upgrading 2 backing up 22–25 using computer keyboard with 37–40 description of 33 using Newton Connection Utilities installing 33–35, 98 89–93 Newton Device file 20 restoring 28–31 stopping installation of 34 Newton InterConnect port 3 password Newton operating system...
Page 108 Synchronization Settings dialog box 61, 63, 66 random-access memory (RAM). Synchronize button 12, 61, 64, 90 See memory synchronizing 59–66 Readme file vii, 95 with Auto Dock 15–17, 93 Restore button 12, 28, 90 backups and 13 Restore dialog box 30 changing field maps and 80–82 restoring changing settings for 65–66, 71...
Page 109 98–99 virus protection programs, installation importing 98–99 and 95 installation problems 95 installing packages 98 W, X, Y, Z moving applications 95 restoring information 97 Web sites, Apple viii, 95 synchronizing 98–99 word-processing applications 59, 101 transfer conflicts 74–78 Index...
Page 110 Newton Connection Utilities User’ s Manual for the Macintosh Operating System...
Page 111 Apple. Your rights to the software are governed by the accompanying software license agreement. The Apple logo is a trademark of Apple Computer, Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries. Use of the “keyboard” Apple logo (Option-Shift-K) for commercial purposes without the prior written consent of Apple may constitute trademark infringement and unfair competition in violation of federal and state laws.
Page 112 Contents Preface Where to Find More Information 1 Getting Started About the Newton Connection Utilities Installation requirements Connecting a Newton device to your computer Connecting with a serial cable Connecting over an AppleTalk network Installing the Newton Connection Utilities Preparing your computer Opening the Newton Connection Utilities Selecting the type of connection on your computer Preparing your Newton device...
Page 113: Table Of Contents
2 Backing Up and Restoring Information About backup files Backing up cards Previous backups Creating backup files Backing up all information and packages Backing up selected information and packages Backing up a storage card Changing the location of the Backups folder Restoring information and packages Tips on managing backups 3 Installing Packages...
Page 114 6 Exporting Information From Your Newton Device About exporting Choosing when to export An overview of exporting Exporting all information Exporting a text file Exporting selected information Changing how information is exported 7 Synchronizing Information About synchronization An overview of synchronizing Preparing to synchronize Synchronizing for the first time Resynchronizing your information...
Page 115 Using field maps About field maps Changing a field map Changing a field map for a text file Setting miscellaneous options 11 Using the Utilities From Your Newton Device Using the utilities Finding files on your computer from your Newton device Importing information using your Newton device Changing Dock preferences 12 Troubleshooting...
Page 116 Where to Find More Information This book describes how to install and use the Newton Connection Utilities. In addition to this book, you can get answers about the Newton Connection Utilities from the following sources: On your computer’s hard disk In the Read Me document The Read Me file that comes with your Newton Connection Utilities contains a list of the translators that come with the utilities and late-...
Page 117 On the Internet At Apple’s Web sites Apple maintains a number of sites on the World Wide Web that provide software updates, product information, and technical information. One site is devoted to Newton products (http://www.newton.apple.com). Over the telephone From Apple’s customer support line The Newton Connection Utilities come with 90 days of free phone support.

Newton Connection Utilities Getting Started

2 Backing up and Restoring Information

3 Installing Packages

4 Using Your Computer's Keyboard

5 Importing Information to Your Newton Device

6 Exporting Information from Your Newton Device

7 Synchronizing Information

8 Importing into Newton Works

9 Exporting from Newton Works

10 Setting Advanced Options

11 Using the Utilities from Your Newton Device

12 Troubleshooting

Appendix Working with Translators

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