Handspring Visor User Manual
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Troubleshooting Tips
I tried to do a local 
HotSync operation, 
but it did not 
complete 
successfully. 
(continued)
■
Make sure your handheld is seated in
the cradle correctly.
■
Perform a soft reset. See “Resetting
I tried to do a modem 
HotSync operation, 
but it did not 
complete 
successfully.
Check the following on your computer:
■
Make sure your computer is turned on
and that it does not shut down 
automatically as part of an energy-
saving feature.
■
Make sure the modem connected to your
computer is turned on and is connected 
to the outgoing phone line. 
■
Make sure Modem is checked in the
HotSync Manager menu.
■
Make sure the modem you are using
with your handheld has an on-off switch. 
Your handheld cannot “wake up” a 
modem that has an auto-off feature.
■
Make sure the modem is connected
properly to a serial port on your 
computer and is connected to the 
incoming phone line.
■
Confirm that the Setup String in the
Setup dialog box configures your 
modem correctly. You may need to select 
a different Modem Type or enter a 
custom Setup String. Most modems have 
a Setup String that causes them to send 
initial connection sounds to a speaker. 
You can use these sounds to check the 
modem connection.
■
Confirm that the Speed setting in the
Setup dialog box works for your modem.
■
If you have problems using the As Fast
As Possible option or a specific speed, try 
using a slower speed.
