Chapter 8: Synchronization; Installing The Sync Software; Mobile Computer Setup - Motorola MC32N0 Integrator Manual

Chapter
8
Synchronization
Note: Applies to WinCE devices only.
Synchronization lets the user manage information between an MC32N0 and a host computer so that changes made
either on the MC32N0 or on the host computer appear in both places. Download and install synchronization software
to the host computer (either Microsoft ActiveSync for Windows XP or Windows Mobile Device Center (WMDC) for
Windows Vista and Windows 7) in order to use the sync feature. Visit www.microsoft.com on the host computer for
details.
The synchronization software:
• Allows working with MC32N0-compatible host applications on the host computer. The sync software replicates
data from the MC32N0 so the host application can view, enter, and modify data on the host computer.
• Synchronizes files between the MC32N0 and host computer, converting the files to the correct format.
• Backs up the data stored on the MC32N0. Synchronization is a one-step procedure that ensures the data is always
safe and up-to-date.
• Copies (rather than synchronizes) files between the MC32N0 and host computer.
• Controls when synchronization occurs by selecting a synchronization mode, e.g., set to synchronize continually
while the MC32N0 is connected to the host computer, or set to only synchronize on command.
• Selects the types of information to synchronize and control how much data is synchronized.

Installing the Sync Software

To download and install either Microsoft ActiveSync (for Windows XP) or WMDC (for Windows Vista and
Windows 7), visit www.microsoft.com and follow the instructions provided.

Mobile Computer Setup

Note: Microsoft recommends installing synchronization software on the host computer before connecting
the mobile computer.
The MC32N0 can be set up to communicate with a USB connection. The MC32N0 communication settings must be
set to match the communication settings used with ActiveSync or WMDC.
Procedure:
1 On the MC32N0 touch Start > Settings > Control Panel > PC Connection icon. The PC Connection
Properties window appears.
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