16 ActiveSync – Initial Setup
VX6 Reference Guide E-EQ-VX6RG-J
ActiveSync – Initial Setup
The following instructions relate to initial setup of ActiveSync. When there is a Connect icon on
the VX6 desktop, this section can be bypassed.
USB Connection
The VX6 is configured to use USB-C by default. No configuration is necessary
Connect the cable to the PC (the host) and to the dongle cable on the VX6 (the client). The
ActiveSync connection is established automatically when the cable is connected.
Cables for USB ActiveSync Connection:
USB Client to PC/Laptop
Dongle cable w/USB-C
connector
9000A075CBLUSBHCETH
Also requires a standard USB cable with a type A plug on
one end, and a type B plug on the other.
Serial Connection
Select Start | Settings | Control Panel | PC Connection. Click the Change button. From the
popup list, choose the appropriate COM port and baud rate.
This will set up the VX6 to use the USB or designated COM port. Click OK and ensure the check
box for “Allow connection with desktop computer when device is attached” is checked.
Click OK to return to the Control Panel.
Note: By default COM3 (labeled “COM2/3”) is configured to use ActiveSync (Pin 9 = RI).
Please refer to “Serial Port Pin 9” in Chapter 4, “Scanner” for details on configuring
Pin 9 of the serial ports.
Connect
Connect the correct cable to the PC (the host) and the VX6 (the client). Select “Connect” from the
Start Menu on the VX6 (Start | Programs | Communications | Connect).
Note: Run “Connect” when the “Get Connected” wizard on the host PC is checking COM
ports to establish a connection for the first time.
Cable for Serial ActiveSync Connection:
Serial Client to PC/Laptop RS-232 9 Pin to 9 Pin 9000A054CBL6D9D9
Radio
Note: You must establish a partnership with a desktop computer prior to running ActiveSync
on the VX6. The initial partnership must be done using direct serial / USB cable
connection.
Once the relationship is established using the serial port, the ActiveSync link in the Start Menu
gives a choice of connections, one of which is radio.
Select Start | Settings | Programs | Communication | ActiveSync. From the popup list, choose
Network and then click the Connect button.
