USB with the 430 or any Jornada

[ross2k]

What is involved in using usb rather than serial connections? I don't have serial ports and my Jornada is in the mail.

Also does anyone use AIM on these things with the ethernet adapter? I'd really like to be able to chat or browse the web on campus where theres ethernet connections available.

Thanks,
Rosco

[alraygraham]

USB made me crazy with my 548 so I switched to serial at home and at work. It kept having conflicts and needing to be "resolved" on my IBM aptiva.

The serial port may be slower. I'm not sure I ever saw much of a difference.

My Aptiva only has the older USB ports and my scanner was also using one so your experience may be better (plus that was with the older version of Active synch).

On the other topic... I know they exist but I haven't played with them yet.

[alraygraham]

duh... just realized I only half answered you. Just plug it in to the USB port using the proper connector after you install active synch.

[ross2k]

Thanks for the replies. I'm wondering where I get the "proper connector"?

Also with the ethernet adapter or wireless thing can I use the internet like a regular pc? Is it difficult to operate those things?

Thanks again

[alraygraham]

The USB cable connector will come with the device.
This is what is in the mail:
CPU: 133MHz 32-bit Hitachi SH7709a processor
Included Software (in ROM):
Microsoft Windows CE 2.11
Microsoft Pocket Outlook (Calendar, Tasks, Contacts, Inbox)
Microsoft Channels browser (view Mobile Channels Web pages offline)
BSQUARE bTASK(TM) (task switching utility)
LandWare OmniSolve(TM) (business/financial calculator)
EZOS(R) EzExplorer(TM) (file management utility)
Voice Recorder
Note Taker
World Clock
Solitaire
HP Jornada settings (display; sound; memory; color selector)
HP Jornada backup (full or partial to CompactFlash card)
HP Jornada security (primary and reminder password; timer; log)
HP keyboard (driver for external HP keyboard)
Utopiasoft(TM) Hum(TM) (MP3 player software)
Included Software (in CD-ROMs):
HP easy contacts (color-optimized personal information manager)
Inso QuickView Plus (view files in Microsoft Word with selected graphic formats)
Software available for download:
Trio(R) PhoneManager 2.02 (send/receive short messages on a GSM network) (available in Europe and Asia Pacific only)
Palmtop Asset Manager (HP Top Tools)
Desktop Software (Microsoft CD-ROMs):
Microsoft ActiveSync(R) 3.0 (synchronization software)
Microsoft Outlook 2000 - full retail desktop version
Display:
320 x 240 pixels LCD
65,536 colors (software selectable 8-bit or 16-bit color display)
CSTN backlit
Input:
Pen-and-touch interface (stylus included)
CIC Jot Pro (handwriting recognition software)
On-screen keyboard
4 user-configurable q u i ck launch screen icons
4 quick keys (Record, Exit, Start, and Scroll/Action)-can be disabled
Memory:
16MB RAM
8MB ROM
Ports/Slots:
One IrDA infrared port
One RS232 serial port
One CompactFlash Type I and II card slot
Sound:
Audio speaker and microphone
Stereo headphone jack
Power:
One standard Lithium-Ion battery
7 hours of battery life1
AC adapter
Physical Specifications:
5.1 x3.2 x0.9 in (13 x8.1 x2.2 cm)
8.8 oz (250 g) with battery
Other Standard Features: Two LEDs (for alarms, appointment notifications, and charging)
Operating Requirements:
Operating temperature: 32-104 degree F (0-40 degree C)
Storage temperature: 32-131 degree F (0-55 degree C)
Humidity: 90% relative humidity at 104 degree F (40 degree C)
Included in the Jornada 430 Box Hardware:
HP Jornada Palm-size PC
AC Adapter
Travel Cable (for synching and recharging)
Lithium-Ion Rechargeable Battery Pack
Included in the Jornada 430 Box Guides/Software:
HP Jornada Quick Start Guide
HP Jornada 430/430se Palm-size PC User's Guide
HP Jornada Accessories Guide
HP Jornada compact disc; HP easy contacts, voice contacts, PIM translation Utility and other applications
Microsoft Activesync v3.0 desktop software for Microsoft Windows CE for the Palm-size PC, version 1.2 on CD-ROM
Desktop Software for Microsoft Outlook 2000 on CD-ROM
1 Estimated battery life. Actual battery life will vary based on usage.
2 Trio PhoneManager 2.0 software is included on CD-ROM in Europe and Asia Pacific. The software is downloadable from the Web for U.S. users.

[alraygraham]

About the ethernet.... don't know but there should be tutorials in the CD that comes with the device.

[ross2k]

It didn't come with any usb connections. Only serial. My motherboard is the Abit IT7 Max which doesn't have serial ports.

I need to find some way to connect it via usb. I could get a pci serial port but I'd really rather use USB. Any advice?

[alraygraham]

That is major bogus--- http://www.hp.com/cposupport/manindex/hpjornada418659_eng_man.html
I just checked out the HP website and went through the accessory list and the adobe manual at the above shortcut.

Your 530 apparently doesn't support USB (I knew the 525 didn't )

Sorry Rosco, you're going to need to install a serial port to use this Jornada with the cradle.

You might be able to synch wirelessly if you can get the ethernet thing worked out.

Tiger Direct (tigerdirect.com) has motherboards accessories and parts at pretty good prices and the service is excellent.

Sorry about the prior advice, I guess HP didn't support USB connection of the Jornada until the 540 series. (My 548 will go either way USB or Serial).

Good Luck,
Alan

:rolleyes:

[ross2k]

Alan,

I thank you very much for your responses. Although I think I may have confused you at some point. I'm talking about the 430, not the 530.

I'm looking into ordering serial ports to install via pci. Although I'd much rather sync another way, that'll have to do.

-Rosco

[alraygraham]

Hi Ross,
Sorry. Working with geriatric population I have these moments from time to time. I knew your PDA was a 430 (is there a 530???). Alzhiemer's is probably only a few keystrokes away.
Alan