Mobility Electronics PS6U1M User Manual

User Guide

iGo USB Host Modem Adapter

Model Number: PS6U1M

Copyright© 2004, 2005 Mobility Electronics, Inc. All rights reserved.

The information in this document is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer

Mobility Electronics, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss resulting
from the use of this user guide. Mobility, Inc. assumes no responsibility for any loss or
claims by third parties that may arise through the use of this product. Mobility, Inc.
assumes no responsibility for any damage or loss caused by deletion of data as a result of
malfunction, dead battery, or repairs. Be sure to make backup copies of all important data
on other media to protect against data loss.

First Edition — May 2005 Rev: 2

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Contents

Introduction About the iGo USB Modem Adapter...........................................4

Minimum Requirements ..................................................................4

Unpacking the Product.....................................................................4

Chapter 1 Preparing to Use the USB Modem Adapter................................6

Installation Overview.......................................................................6

Preparing the USB Modem Adapter for Use...................................6

Configuring the Handheld Version of HotSync for Use with the

USB Modem Adapter ......................................................................6

Configuring the Handheld for Web Browsing with the USB

Modem Adapter...............................................................................7

Chapter 2 Install & Configure HotSync Desktop Synchronization

Software..........................................................................................8

Technical Support............................................................................9

Appendix A Glossary of Terms........................................................................10

Appendix B Warranties and Other Product Information.............................11

Hardware Warranty........................................................................11

Software Warranty.........................................................................12

Software License Agreement.........................................................13

FCC Statement (Part 68)................................................................14

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Introduction
About the iGo USB Host Modem Adapter

The iGo USB Host Modem Adapter enables a telephone connection to a host computer
from many palmOne handheld devices as well as the Symbol MC-50 mobile computer.
The iGo USB Host Modem Adapter operates as a USB Host and supports handhelds that
can operate as USB Peripheral. Handheld users can access and transfer critical
information as easily as making a phone call. This user guide provides an overview of
setting up and using the USB Modem Adapter.

Minimum Requirements

The following minimum requirements must be met for the network, handheld, and
desktop computer:

• palmOne m125/130/500/505/515, i705, Tungsten T/T2/T3/C/W, Zire 71/72 or

Symbol MC-50 mobile computer

• Analog phone line service

• The AC power adapter for iGo USB Host Modem Adapter

• iGo USB Host Modem Adapter

• A desktop computer with a V.92 compatible modem (V.90 maximum for

PS6U1M) and HotSync Manager® configured to synchronize via the modem
connection.

Unpacking the Product

The USB Modem Adapter box contains the following items:

• USB Modem Adapter

The USB Modem Adapter is designed for specific Palm handheld devices. There
are four connections associated with the USB Modem Adapter:

• USB connector

• Two RJ11 phone jacks (interchangeable) One jack is provided to bring the

phone connection from the wall (or telephone company) line into the device.
The other is provided to pass the signal through the device to a phone or other
device that shares the line. Please note that only one device may use the line
at a time.

• Power jack which is compatible with the included AC power adapter.

• Power adapter

The AC power adapter provided with the unit is designed specifically for the USB
Modem Adapter. It uses standard household outlet voltage (120VAC) and coverts
it to the voltage needed to power the cradle. This adapter is not intended for use
with any other device than the USB Modem Adapter. Using a power adapter
other than the one provided to power the USB Modem Adapter may damage the
unit and will void the warranty.

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• Quick install guide

• Warranty card

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