Rockwell Automation 57RF RFID ICODE Handheld Interface User Manual - Manual (Page 43)

Rockwell Automation Publication 57RF-UM001A-EN-P - September 2011 43
Chapter
6
Connections
ActiveSync
® ActiveSync is a desktop utility program (available as a free download from
Microsoft
®
) that allows you to synchronize certain types of information between a
PC and the RFID ICODE handheld interface. You can also use ActiveSync to
transfer files and install programs on the handheld interface.
When connecting the RFID ICODE handheld interface to the PC via
ActiveSync, you can opt to create a partnership and subsequently have the PC
automatically recognize the handheld and synchronize information. You can also
create a temporary Guest partnership to copy files and install programs. The
following procedures describe how to make an ActiveSync connection using a
USB or serial interface cable. For information on how to make an ActiveSync
connection using Bluetooth or Wi-Fi, refer to the appropriate manual.
Initial Communication
To setup initial communication between the PC and the RFID ICODE
handheld interface:
1. If using the serial interface cable, connect the cable to an available COM
port on the PC and the RS-232 port on the RFID ICODE handheld
interface. If using the USB cable, connect the cable to an available USB
port on the PC and the mini USB port on the RFID ICODE handheld
interface.
2. On the PC, start ActiveSync.