The Graffiti command, the application launcher buttons, and the scroll buttons under the graffiti area can be used.
These are shown in Figure.
These operations are effective on any of the operation screens.
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Last Update 11/5/2000
Copyright (c) 1998-2000 Hiromu Okada
Palm Remote is the first ever Palm OS software that imitates an infrared remote control using the built-in infrared port.
Palm Remote features a macro function, which offers easy multiple step operations with just one touch.
Do not use Palm Remote for the purpose of unattended, automated running of electrical products such as air conditioners.
This may cause electrical fires.
Palm Remote is not licensed for such automated, unattended use.
Computer style infrared (IrDA) ports have been designed to reduce
interference for more reliable data transfer.
To achieve this, the infrared beam has been designed to be very narrow (5
degrees).
This means you will need to aim the IrDA port directly at the target device (TV,
VCR, etc).
The infrared beam has a reach of about 2 metres with good battery condition.
Infrared beam power of SONY-PEG(IrDA1.2) is weak and has a reach of about 1.5
metres.
Distance and height are important in making this remote work.
Vary the height, distance and angle to find what works for your environment.
Copyright (c) 1999-2000 Hiromu Okada.
Please contact Hiromu Okada by e-mail if you would like to distribute Palm Remote. You are not permitted to add to or modify this compressed archive file.
1. System requirements
2. Revision History
3. Installation
4. How to use
4-1. Set Up
4-2. Sending an infrared signal
4-3. Graffiti command, hardware application launcher buttons, scroll buttons and Jog Dial.
4-4. Operation screen view
4-5. Learning function
4-6. Macro function
5. How to register
6. Tech Support
7. Other
PalmIII/IIIx/IIIc/V/Vx/m100
IBM WorkPad8602-30/40/50
SONY-PEGS300C/S500C
(The 2MB Upgrade kit is not supported.)
11/5/2000
Version 3.0.0
Added support for m-100 ( PalmOS3.5 ).
Added support for SONY-PEG ( Jog Dial ).
3/4/2000
Version 2.8.0
Adjusted Sony preset data (SONY-1998).
I thank Mr. Takeuchi for reporting SONY-1998 remote datas.
11/30/1999
Version 2.7.0
Added support for PalmVx( 20MHz PalmOS3.3 ).
I thank Mr. Woosie for advice on PalmVx.
7/10/1999
Version 2.5.1
I thank Mr. Mahadeva for proofreading English documentation.
2/1/1999
Version 2.2.0 (shareware)
Advanced rate of correct operation of SONY products.
Changed name of software to Palm Remote.
Completed English documentation.
I thank Mr. Nakabayashi for his advice on naming software and
English documentation.
I thank Mr. Kong for proofreading English documentation.
9/19/1998
Version 0.9.0 ( Palmware and Goods contest version in Japan )
Palm Remote is the first ever Palm OS software that imitates an infrared remote control using the built-in infrared port.
After downloading, unarchive the appropriate file for your PalmOS device into a folder and perform a HotSync.
When you use Palm Remote for the first time, the [Preset Data Selection] dialog appears. Select the product you wish to control. If the list does not show the product you own, select the [USER] option and enter a name. These settings can be changed at any time.
Select a product to target by tapping the arrow keys <<
or >> at the top of the screen. Tap a button
and the infrared signal is sent. You need to aim at the infrared sensor window
of your target; In order to reduce interference, the infrared beam of a typical
IrDA device has been designed to be very narrow (5 degrees) with a reach of
about 2 metres. Infrared beam power of SONY-PEG(IrDA1.2) is weak and has a reach
of about 1.5 metres.
Distance and height are important in making this remote work. Vary the height,
distance and angle to find what works for your environment.
The Graffiti command, the application launcher buttons, and the
scroll buttons under the graffiti area can be used.
These are shown in Figure.
These operations are effective on any of the operation screens.
Jog Dial of SONY-PEG:
There are three types of operation screen.
[ Detail view (/D) ] screen .
[ Numeral view (NumV or /D) ] and [ Command view (ComV or /C) ] screens were designed big so that
they can be pressed with your finger (Figure).
You can switch these operation screens by selecting [ menu | view
], tapping [NnmV]/[ComV] buttonsor or Graffiti commands.
Select [menu | Option | Button Setting]. The [Button Setting Wizard 1] dialog appears.
Tap the [Next >>] button. Then tap a button on the screen that you want to customise. The [Button Setting Wizard 2] dialog appears.
Select a [Learning] button. The [Learning Setting Wizard 3] dialog appears. You are then ready to begin.
Aim the remote control IR window at the infrared port of the Palm device.
Tap the [Start>>] button and push a button on your remote control for 1 second to make your Palm learn the infrared signal.
If the [Learning failed] message appears, then Palm Remote failed in learning the signal. If/when successful, the [Learning Wizard 4] dialog appears. Usually here you just tap the [Finish] button. If you want to send several signals with the same button in succession, you must select the [0.5 sec] [1.0 sec] button to insert a delay between operations.
When you are done programming all the buttons you wish to have signals on, select the [Finish] button. At this time, if you customise the command area buttons, the [Button Setting Wizard 5] dialog will appear. Enter a name (less than 12 characters) that indicates the command of the button, then tap the [Finish] button to end.
Using the macro function, you can set a button to execute multiple commands. By using one button with a macro function, you can have access to a number of complex operations.
To activate the Macro Function
Select [menu | Option | Button Setting]. The [Button Setting Wizard 1] dialog will appear.
Tap the [Next >>] button, then tap a button on the screen that you wish to customise. The [Button Setting Wizard 2] dialog appears.
Select a [Macro] button. The [Macro Wizard 3] dialog appears. Macro recording is ready to begin.
After tapping the [Macro>>] button, press each of the buttons in the sequences that you want. The [Macro Wizard Step 4] dialog will now appear. You must select the [0.5 sec] or [1.0 sec] button to insert a delay between operations.
When you are done programming all the buttons you wish to have signals on, select the [Finish] button. At this time, if you customize the command area buttons, the [Button Setting Wizard 5] dialog will appear. Enter a name (less than 12 characters) that indicates the command of the button, then tap the [Finish] button to end.
Palm Remote prevents you from falling into an infinite loop and does not permit you to set the button if it was already set as a macro.
This software is shareware ($20 U.S.).
The trial period for this software is 14 days.
Please register this software if you wish to continue to use
it after this time!
To register Palm Remote please visit the Kagi
Online Service Page.
Even if you have already registered Palm Remote (RemoconCon) for other platforms (for example, Palm Remote for WindowsCE or RemoconCon for Windows 95), you still need to register this product for use on your Palm OS device.
After you submit your registration and payment information, a password for Palm Remote version 2.x/3.x will be sent to you by e-mail.
Please enter PASSWORD into " Menu | Help | Shareware Information " Dialog.
For more information or to get a new version please visit:
http://www.vector.co.jp/authors/VA0058110/indexe.htm
http://www.vector.co.jp/authors/VA005810/remocon/premocce.htm
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