TDS Recon Getting Started Manual page 18

Additional Connectivity
The Recon supports several kinds of connections in addition to direct
ActiveSync connections to a PC. Note that you will need to purchase
third party accessories (such as CompactFlash modems or Bluetooth
cards) in order to implement these connections:
• Modem -- The Recon supports dial-up connections to an Internet
Service Provider and sending and receiving e-mail with fi le
attachments. (You will need to purchase a modem and cable or a
CompactFlash modem.)
• Web-enabled Cell Phones -- The Recon can connect to the Internet
via web-enabled cell phones that are compatible with Pocket PC
devices. Refer to your phone service provider for more information
on establishing Internet connections via your cell phone.
• Bluetooth -- Pocket PC-compatible Bluetooth CompactFlash
cards are supported by the Recon. Bluetooth is used for wireless
communication over distances of up to 10 meters. Typical Bluetooth
applications include sending fi les to a PC or another Recon, or
communicating with a printer or cell phone.
• Wireless LAN -- Pocket PC-compatible Wireless LAN (or 802.11)
CompactFlash cards can be used with Recon. These cards allow you
to maintain a wireless connection to the LAN and the Internet while
within range of an 802.11 network.
• VPN -- The Recon includes support for VPN (Virtual Private
Network) connections. Used together with a connection to the
Internet, a VPN connection allows you to browse network fi les from
a remote site and also supports remote synchronization with your PC
via ActiveSync. Note that the network you access must be confi gured
to allow VPN connections.
• Ethernet -- Pocket PC-compatible Ethernet CompactFlash cards
can be used with Recon. These connections allow the Recon to
connect to a LAN and browse network fi le shares. You can also use
ActiveSync over an Ethernet connection to synchronize with your
PC. Note that the Recon does not expose fi le shares and cannot be
browsed by PCs on the network.
For more information on creating these connections, see the website
listed under reference materials on the last page of this manual.
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