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spv m600 activesync

hi
i just got my spv m600 and i cant seem to get it recognised, im running xp and grabbed and installed the latest activesync, it just doesnt seem to want to play ball, i really want to install pocket msn.. Im using the mini usb cable
plz help
thanks

uh oh here we go again
seems like you're bugged with the dreaded "can't sync over cable" syndrome.
there are various posts and forums dedicated to just this problem.
(http://www.pocketpcfaq.com/faqs/activesync/tshoot-as4x.htm)
personally, nothing worked for me, so I just sync over bluetooth and transfer large files over wifi or directly on the sd card using a card reader.
good luck!

Hi
It seems to be solved now i was using 3.7, so i uninstalled and used the 4.2 beta from microsoft, all seems ok now apart from it wont sync with outlook, buts thtas cool, i only really wanted to be able to run programs and trandfer data..
Maybe give the 4.2 beta a go yourself...
Peace

3.7 does not support WM5, so there is no way you can get it to work. 4.1 works, and I guess 4.2 beta.

attached a utility HTC Usbswitch
this alows you to switch between RDNIS and Serial connection
if you are unable to sync using the NEW RDNIS connection then simply run the utility and switch to SERIAL and it will then connect and sync
i have to use it, as firewalls and encryption setting can prevent the new method working

Activesync doesnt work

Hi All
Any ideas how to get activesync to work.
This is how it works for me.
1. Uninstall Activesync (im using 4.2 beta at the moment)
2. Restart PC
3. Reinstal Activesync
4. Plug in M5000
5. Sync M5000
6. Unplug it to use it again.
7. Swear , scream , shout..........not got round to kicking yet
8. Goto step 1
Thats it.
it only works after the first install, and never again.....WHY
??
Home someone out there can help
Cheers
Shaun

Is there any reason you need to be using the beta version? 4.1 is the latest release. Does the same problem occur with 4.1?

Hi,
I started using the beta version because the version 4.1 did exactly the same, i thought I would try it hoping that things would change, but no luck.
All i get is the rotating green symbol and nothing else.
If I connect to my work PC it works perfectly, its only at home that the problem exists

know its basic but to cover all bases,have you possibly tried another usb cable or another port?

I have tried plugging to the front and rear of my PC without an luck
but it must be a setting somewhere as on first instal everything works perfect

Not Sync
Here is a question for you then have you turned of your Anti Virus software and firewall.
I say this because i have Bull AV on mine (came free with new PC) and it does not support Async 4.1 they say go back to 3.8.

I am having the same probelm.
I've just got a Universal.
My old XDAII syncs fine with activesync 4.1 is fine
Either using a 2nd PC or the same one as the XDAII it will not sync.
I've been having a look for a fix on the internet but no, joy.
I'm not running a firewall, MS firewall is off too.
I've tryed 4.2.
I have Delete Partnerships, but this does not work.
The cable I have charges and the PC knows there is something there.
I found someone did this
I just unticked the synchronize all PCs using this connection, turned the xda off and back on, ticked the box again and connected!!
Does anyone know what that means?

Hi,
Yea my old M2000 sync perfectly first time everytime between Home and Work.
Using 4.1
My M5000 works everytime at work and only after i remove and reinstal at home.
Doesnt matter if my firewall or viruscan is on or of it still only connects on my home pc after i uninstal and reinstal.
Looks like it might have something to do with syncing in 2 locations

Issues with ActiveSync, doesn't work at all with AS4.5 beta!

I could get my TyTn to sync with my computer occasionally after installing AS 4.2, but ActiveSync would still disconnect itself from my device after a few minutes (I could get it to sync most times though, but I'd have to shuffle round USB ports etc)... Installed ActiveSync 4.5.0 beta (build 5509 BETA) last night, and now my phone won't sync AT ALL with my PC. AS can't even see the device, it can see it's been plugged in because it kicks into action, but nothing more ever happens apart from the (useless) Troubleshooter coming up.
Just a word of warning... Don't install 4.5 beta unless you're absolutely certain it'll work. I've gone from a somewhat-functional sync ability to absolutely nothing at all, and now I'm going to have to rollback my ActiveSync installation (if I can!)
That and the fact my TyTn won't even see my bluetooth headset (an Avro GW-BT-002, which my Alpine can both see and use absolutely fine), I'm beginning to get a little frustrated with this device.

Further proof that more often than not:
BETA = BROKEN

I've had the beta AS 4.5 for a week now and no problems whatsoever with dopod CHT9000 (hardware) using latest i-mate, dopod, or cingular ROM's.
All of these ROM's all work perfectly with sony-ericsson hbh-ds970 bluetooth headset.
After you upgraded to 4.5, did you delete your PC from the activesync partnership and rebuild a new partnership?
* Activesync > Options > press on desktop computer's name and delete it. Then, delete mobile device from desktop AS. You'll then be asked if you want to keep your file directory. Afterwards, reboot pocketpc and connect with usb cable or over bt.
It does work.
Cheers

Yep, did exactly that.

AS 4.5 works perfect with my prophet.
Issues:
Had to set-up my device again (old settings disappeared)
All programs that I installed via active sync before were gone
Top:
Improved speed of syncing files
Easier change of settings
Robin

Hmm. Beginning to wonder if I have either a dodge device, because my Alpine always synced fine

4.5 works for me with my TyTN. (slow as hell - but works).
/Martin

I can't get it to work, either. It completely blew away my partnerships... :evil:
I've gone back to AS4.2 and will wait for this to go GA before making this mistake again...

Dopod 838 Pro
Worked a treat on mine. No issues whatsoever. Biggest difference I can see is a different looking AS icon

Bloody hell...
... Beginning to think it's my computer, might end up reinstalling Windows on it this weekend. Annoyinggggggggg.
After a crap installation of AS4.5, downgraded back to 4.2, but it's still not seeing my TyTn at all, so I'm figuring that it's more likely to be a PC problem. It's not the best Windows installation either, it's become bogged down with stuff, and it never worked right after I made a couple of 'tweaks'... That's me, always fiddling with things when they work fine in the first place :roll:

I'm having similar issues with my TyTN, installed 4.5 on my PC, plug in my PDA and it starts charging (via USB) but ActiveSync can't find it, although does state that USB is available, just keeps searching?!
ActiveSync needs rebuilding from the floor, its always been a rather 'naff' featureless product.

christopherwoods said:
Bloody hell...
... Beginning to think it's my computer, might end up reinstalling Windows on it this weekend. Annoyinggggggggg.
After a crap installation of AS4.5, downgraded back to 4.2, but it's still not seeing my TyTn at all, so I'm figuring that it's more likely to be a PC problem. It's not the best Windows installation either, it's become bogged down with stuff, and it never worked right after I made a couple of 'tweaks'... That's me, always fiddling with things when they work fine in the first place :roll:
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I had the same problem. Hard reset of my XDA Exec and it worked. draw yor own conclusions.

Have you tried turning off the "USB advanced network functionality" - this seemed to sort the same problem out for me;
go start - settings - connections - USB to PC - untick box "Enable advanced network functionality"

You are aware that AS 4,5 REQUIRES Outlook 2003 !?!?
otherwise it will not work at all

That beta works fine. The only problem I've had is related to remote NDIS interfering with my soft firewall, even after all access rules allowing it. Only workaround is to disable smart ARP filtering in Outpost Firewall or change transfer mode of phone to Serial and everythin is gravy for sync.
Your problem seems related to device manager misconfig of the device or something else.
why don't you try this from start --> run --> cmd line
set devmgr_show_nonpresent_devices=1
start devmgmt.msc
Then, once device manager loads, click view --> show hidden devices. From there, scroll down to network adapters, expand, and delete any instance of Windows Mobile-based Device. On the phone, delete Activesync relationship with PC. Then reboot computer, and plug in your phone again. Let us know if that solved your problem.

I had numerous issues with AS4.2 and AS4.5 Beta initially. And I had issues with Vista RC2 (both x64 and x86) syncing with the WMDC B3 as well.
Then it dawned on me that I was connecting my 838pro to the computer via a Belkin USB hub. So I removed the sync cable from the hub and directly attached to the computer. Now I have no more problems whatsoever (that's in the past 2 weeks.....)
So the moral is: DIRECTLY CONNECT YOUR Hermes TO THE COMPUTER'S USB PORTS!

Just put AS4.5B2 on today - no real probs - no real improvements
R

Hi christopherwoods
I am sorry if this is the wrong forum but its the only one I could find with reference to my bluetooth headset.
I am the owner of an Avro GW-BT-002 bluetooth headset which was free with my old mobi. Unfortunately I can no longer remember how to set it up or any of the other settings to use with my new Motorola V3x 3G phone. Is there any possiblity that you could post the instructions of its settings etc to this forum for me.
Many many thanks
Craeg

Same Issue - Fixed
I had a problem with ActiveSync after upgrading to 4.2.
I am now running 4.5B and it is working after deleting prior partnerships from my handheld.
(I am running Outlook 2007)

ActiveSync 4.5 finally working!
I had the same problems with ActiveSync 4.5 (beta) until I actually put in the original install disk I had with the phone (it had ActiveSync 3.7 on it) when I first tried to connect my phone and it wouldn't detect it. 4.5 (beta) is now working fine for me!

Activesync problem: "Getting Started Disc"

Hi!
I'm new to Universal, but I'm getting along with most of the features.
The only problem is: I cannot sync using WM6.
The problem:
I plug the USB in, the PDA connects, Activesync (on PC) starts and setting up itself... and stuck! When I check the AS on my Universal, it says:
"To synchronize your device with a desktop computer, install the synchronization software from the Getting Started Disc included with your device on your PC:"
And then something about Exchange Sync.
The connection is OK, the device gets IP, and so on.
I installed the original (4.1) AS, but (no surprise) it cannot sync with WM6.
Must I revert to WM5? I don't want to...
Anyone any sollution?

Install Version 4.5 of ActiveSync! Only this one is able to sync with WM6!
Look here!

Sorry, I didn't emphasize that I have AS 4.5 installed.
This way goes the message like I wrote.
So thank you for your reply, but sadly, this is not the sollution.
(I installed/uninstalled AS several times in the last two days... But for WM6 4.1 isn't good, for 4.5 it says use the GS Disc... The only way out (as I think) is to go back to WM5 to use 4.1... But that way I will miss some new stuff from Crossbow.)

Almost solved
Hope somebody still reading or finding this topic.
What I discovered that the error message mentioned was not because of the wrong ActiveSync version. It was because the AS on the PDA cannot communicate with the AS on PC. I explain. I flashed WM5 back and installed AS 4.1, but the error message was still there. But the text went like "install ActiveSync on PC..." So it connects, gets IP, but cannot see that AS is installed. And the sollution?
Bluetooth sync
Yeah, AS over BT works. Connects, syncs without problem. I think I'll have to stick to that option.
Why doesn't it work over USB?
Switched the cable -> still no luck. Tried WM5torage with USB -> it works!
So it looks like it's a software problem, just a rare case (?). I'll work with the troubleshooter later, until than: BT.
Good day to all.

homa said:
Hope somebody still reading or finding this topic.
What I discovered that the error message mentioned was not because of the wrong ActiveSync version. It was because the AS on the PDA cannot communicate with the AS on PC. I explain. I flashed WM5 back and installed AS 4.1, but the error message was still there. But the text went like "install ActiveSync on PC..." So it connects, gets IP, but cannot see that AS is installed. And the sollution?
Bluetooth sync
Yeah, AS over BT works. Connects, syncs without problem. I think I'll have to stick to that option.
Why doesn't it work over USB?
Switched the cable -> still no luck. Tried WM5torage with USB -> it works!
So it looks like it's a software problem, just a rare case (?). I'll work with the troubleshooter later, until than: BT.
Good day to all.
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in your first post you said you cannot sync at all using wm6... and then in the next post you said you can sync using bluetooth... seems like you already found the solution to your problem... use BT...
just a thought though... if BT sync is really working and usb is not.... then there's a problem with your cord... otherwise, its the software.... its either activesync version... or a firewall is blocking a port that prevents the sync during usb connection

Thanks for reply.
I tried swithing the cable (so use another miniUSB) but that's not a problem. And WM5torage works, so...
Firewall could be wrong, but I don't have problems with other PDAs, so I think it is other software...
Anyway, yes, the sollution for me is BT. I use it since than, but until I realised that only USB is not working... I spent days with this, just because before the first succesful sync, AS only tells you: "use the AS from the CD..."
It should say: "Connected, but cannot sync. The problem COULD BE wrong AS version..."
So yeah, BT rox...

bluetooth active sync

I had alot of probs with my old atom doing this. I have a dell xps running xp3 and I just cant activesync over bluetooth. Running duttys rom VERY GOOD. The process fails because the pda doesn,t appear to have the correct services.

Having same problem brother. See my thread here for details. I can get AS working using Widcomm drivers but no way with the built in Windows XP SP2/SP3 BT stack. Since Widcomm drivers are interfering with some of my other drivers in my computer, Widcomm is a no-go for me neither If you find a solution how to make BT ActiveSync work with default windows BT stack under XP, please share! I would appreciate it very-very much

More info
I have done a bit more investigating. Tried it on two other computers and realise that bt is flaky.
Well it apears that the touch is not offering up active sync as a service. HAs any body tried this on stock rom. It would be really nice to put this one to bed. I feel that its definatley the phone. Blue tooth is great when it works. I have hands free kit in car and on the old atom it would only link from phone but with the new one it only links from kit. battery indicator doesnt work and if you transferr phone numbers the phone sends them to quickly for the kit to copy every one so it leaves of every other one and then some at the end. Heres the solution go and stand behing a tree away from the car which slows every thing down and makes it work. I call it my Treepatch.exe

I do have a stock ROM v1.14.401.2 WWE (1.09.25.14 radio) and my PC (using default windows BT stack and Windows XP) does not recognize neither ActiveSync, nor DUN BT services. However it DOES RECOGNIZE under Windows Vista. I'd say Windows XP BT drivers are either outdated or somehow not compatible or missing something... just my 2 cents
EDIT: And yes, I have the same problem with the battery indicator when connected to my car's bluetooth handsfree kit

and i can't get it to work with vista, but it works flawlessly with Windows 7 Beta (64-bit). simply amazing...

Is it really xp
I kept feeling that it was the phone but if its xp can we get a new stack i need to look. I really would like to move this post up so that we can get a definative answer and then maybe a solution. How do yo move post up?

problem solved
Uninstalled bt drivers on laptop and installed stock ms drivers. Had to restart a couple of times. searched for phone tried to set up com. Still no good restarted again and then suddenly the machine actually started the active sync saying do,t waste batteries and euraca its done. So stock drivers seem to be best. I say give it a go.

pawebby said:
Uninstalled bt drivers on laptop and installed stock ms drivers.
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Would you be little-bit more specific ? What BT drivers have you uninstalled from your laptop ? Toshiba ? Widcomm ? And what do you mean by stock MS drivers ? How did you install them ? Would you mind post a step-by-step procedure you've done ?
Also you're claiming your problem is solved. Would you please double click on the BT icon in the system tray next to clock, go to Devices tab, double click on your paired phone icon and then Services tab. Would you post a screenshot similar to this one to see what you have in there ?
Many thanks in advance!
Regards,
S.

heres how i did it.
Sorry I do not know how to do a screen grab?.
First I uninstalled the supplied bt drivers which were widdcomms and I unistalled the widdcomm software from settings-install software. I am affraid I do not know what release. Next I restarted and made sure the phone was unpaired and cleared of link data. Next i restarted and in system-hardware i scanned for hardware changes. When xp asked to visit the web to download drivers i said NO. I guess that forced it to use the stock xp drivers. Restarted machine at prompt.
When the machine restarted blue tooth icon was on task bar. Looks slightly different to widcomms. I linked the phone via this bluetooth icon. I also set up a com link. This was all most slower than the old widdcomms system?
I then made a cup of green tea. When I came back I restarted the machine again and went into the phone-activesync-sync by bluetooth.
It then did just that. I did not set up com on phone. When I switched on laptop this morning I sync again and it worked.
The xp bt doesn't have all the bells and whistles of the widcomm but it works.
The widcomm program/drivers just could not be confinced that the phone was capable of activesync it would not show it as a service.
I hope this helps.

I have my HD connected to XP sp 3 with no issues.
I have a broadcomm modem, 2.2.14.241 firmware version.
It has been a while since I set it up so it will be hard to offers the details on how.
Just figured that I would post to let everyone know it works and I have full access to all of the files on the device.