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VC70 Vehicle Computer Product Reference Guide
Installing the Synchronization Software
To install ActiveSync on the host computer, download version 4.5 or higher from the Microsoft web site at
http://www.microsoft.com. Refer to the installation included with the ActiveSync software.
Windows Embedded Compact 7 supports ActiveSync 4.5 on Windows XP. Or, Windows Mobile Device Center on
Windows Vista and Windows 7.
Vehicle Computer Setup
NOTE Microsoft recommends installing ActiveSync on the host computer before connecting the vehicle computer.
The vehicle computer can be set up to communicate only by USB. USB connection can be made to the vehicle
computer Micro USB (Micro USB On-the-Go) port.
Service Door
Micro USB On-the-Go Port
Figure 8-1
Chapter 2, Installation
computer. The vehicle computer communication settings must be set to match the communication settings used
with ActiveSync.
NOTE ActiveSync connection to a host computer can only be done through the micro USB On-the-Go (OTG) port
under the side service door. USB scanner plugged into the rugged USB port can not be used when the VC70
is connected to a host computer by ActiveSync.
On the vehicle computer tap
1.
window appears.
Properties
Micro USB On-the-Go Port
provides the accessory setup and cable connection information for use with the vehicle
>
Settings
>
>
Control Panel
PC Connection
icon. The
PC Connection