Draft FAQ of PPC-6601/PPC-6600/XV6600/XDA-III/SX66

If people reply suggestions or corrections I can try to keep up with editing for bit. Can't commit how long.

What speed should I expect?

-- Note: Depends on Network congestion and signal strength.

-- GSM GPRS (T-Mobile/Cingular) 40-80Kb
-- GSM GPRS w/ EDGE Not Supported.
-- GSM UMTS Not Supported
-- CDMA 1xRTT (Sprint) 80Kb-200Kb
-- CDMA EVDO (Verizon in 13 test Market areas only) 200Kb-500Kb

How much is Data Unlimited?

-- Sprint $10-$30 depending on what you need and who you talk to
-- Verizon $45 (Trial Testing $15 plan on a different phone)
-- Cingular $20
-- T-Mobile $20

Who carries the phone and what models are there?

-- Sprint PPC-6601 CDMA no WIFI no camera
-- Sprint PPC-6600 CDMA no WIFI with camera
-- Verizon XV6600woc CDMA no WIFI no camera
-- Cingular SX66 GSM WIFI with Camera
-- T-Mobile XDA-III (Europe) GSM WIFI with Camera
-- Unlocked GSM i-mate PDA2K (most seem to use T-Mobile) WiFi with Camera
-- Unlocked CDMA i-mate PDA2K with Camera no WiFi
---- Available from http://www.telstra.com.au/mobile/mob...hones_id=31528

How do I set up Dialup Networking of Laptop over USB?

-- PPC-6601 See http://www.pdaphonehome.com/forums/s...threadid=38046
-- XV6600 See http://pdaphonehome.com/forums/showt...threadid=39368

How do I set up Dialup Networking of Laptop over Bluetooth?

-- See Links under Dialup Networking for USB too, some info applies.
-- PPC-6601: You must apply a one of the patches first.
-- VZ6600: No Patches needed
-- For MAC See http://pdaphonehome.com/forums/showt...threadid=40247

-- 1) Establish a bluetooth link with your PC for ActiveSync
-- 2) Once that happens the PC should detect a bluetooth Modem
-- 3) Goto to NetWork Connections.
-- 4) Create New Connection
-- 5) Choose the Bluetooth Modem
-- 6) Skip User Name and Password
-- 7) Use phone #777
-- 8) Connect
-- 9) Phone (by default) should prompt for permission
-- 10) Choose Accept.

How do I reestablish ActiveSync over Bluetooth (Assuming XP w/SP2) ?

-- 1) Go into ActiveSync and Delete all Partnerships (with everything disconnected)
-- 2) Sometimes it's easier to Establish a new PartnerShip over USB first (but not required).
-- 3) Delete all PDA Devices in Bluetooth Manager on PC
-- 4) Delete all Bluetooth COM Ports and Modems in Device Manager and Reboot PC (View Hidden Devices too see them) [this step not always required]
-- 5) Make sure PPC can be discovered
---- i) Click BT Manager Icon on PPC
---- ii) Choose Settings
---- iii) Choose Accessability Tab
---- iiii) Make sure all 3 CheckBoxes are Enabled
-- 6) Add new Bluetooth Device on PC
---- i) Double Click Manager Icon
---- ii) Choose Devices Tab
---- iii) Click Add... button
-- 7) On PC verify Bluetooth discovery is On.
---- i) Double Click Manager Icon
---- ii) Choose Options Tab
---- iii) Verify Turn on Discovery Check Box is enabled
-- 8) It will prompt for Key, Enter a Key.
-- 9) PPC will prompt for this Key, Enter the Key.
-- 10) Note the incomming COM Port listed on PC (Nothing over COM9 is allowed for ActiveSync)
-- 11) Set Active Sync to Listen on that COM port (in Connection Settings).
-- 12) Now Shutdown PC (Off) and Reboot PPC [this step not always required]
-- 13) Start PC (I found I had to do this a number of times bug somewhere)
-- 14) Goto to Bluetooth Manager on PPC
-- 15) Choose New -> ActiveSync Profile -> Next -> Next
-- 16) Should Show PC
-- 17) Click it to make it connect
-- 18) Laptop should prompt for new PartnerShip (unless you did USB already)
-- 19) Done

What cases exist?

-- See http://www.pdaphonehome.com/forums/s...threadid=37441
-- See http://pdaphonehome.com/forums/showt...threadid=36344

-- EB case http://www.ebcases.com/Detail.bok?no...gory=i-mate+2K

-- Krussell http://www.executivepda.com/s.nl/sc....t.A/id.1489/.f
-- Krussell http://www.krusell.se/product.php?s=2&product=1816

-- Krussell (Generic) Horizontal http://www.krusell.se/product.php?pr...=2&product=711

-- Nutshell http://gallery.bcentral.com/GID12687...elt-Pouch.aspx

-- Piel Frama http://www.executivepda.com/s.nl/cat...t.A/id.1445/.f

-- eXpansys pouch http://www.expansys.com.cy/product.a...rce=I-MATE_III

-- Covertec http://www.impactwireless.ca/accesso...s.aspx?id=1079

-- Aluminum Book http://www.proporta.com/F02/PPF02P05...975&t_mode=des

-- Aluminum Flip http://www.proporta.com/F02/PPF02P05...978&t_mode=des

-- "Brando" case - http://pdaphonehome.com/forums/showt...threadid=44422

-- Note on Aluminum cases: even ones with clear opening for screen, cause signal falloff of about 6 dBm
---- which is a reduction to about 25% of ambient signal (each 3 dBm is 50% loss)

XV6600 How can I see more detailed signal strength?

-- In the Windows directory you will find a listing for 'fieldtrial.exe'
-- open it when the phone is on, and you will see field strength of your provider's signal and other data instantly updated.
-- Note: 'fieldtrial.exe' may be hidden and require a tool like resco file explorer to view it

XV6600 How can I use the buttons to toggle phone on and off?

-- The only way to turn the phone on and off is by pressing the icon for the signal strength (the bars) and then selecting "Flight Mode".
-- This will work for on or off. If you want this to be toggled by the Phone Off button, see: http://pdaphonehome.com/forums/showt...threadid=42092
-- VC 1.5 can toggle flight mode with a voice command

Is an XDA-II Accessory safe to use?

-- See http://pdaphonehome.com/forums/showt...threadid=38576
-- See Accessories below.

What is the "Dreaded Sound/Modem Beep" during a voice call all about?

-- New ROM for PPC-6601 appears to solve this problem.

What kind of battery life should I expect?

-- It varies a lot. It seems to improve over time. Most people get by. Expect to full charge every night.
-- Tips:
-- 1) Cut back screen brightness on battery. The default setting is pretty bright and chews up battery.
-- 2) Keep bluetooth off if not needed. It has been known to turn device on randomly. Don't know if Verizon patch fixes this.
-- 3) Shut off IR is not used.
-- 4) Keep minimal timeout.
-- 5) Watch out for data applications (e.g. IM, email) that pole frequently.

Can I get an Extended Battery?

-- HTC (Manufacturer) says no plans.
-- For 3rd Party See http://pdaphonehome.com/forums/showt...threadid=40158
-- Note as of Feb 27 2005 the 3rd Party Extended battery had issues (poor fit) for some users, which caused problems.

Where is best source of accessories?

-- Many venders are are not selling the correct accessories for this phone, a good source is your carrier.
-- Or even better get the right stuff for the right price and support this site
---- See pdaphonehome shop http://www.pdaphone.com/shop/index.p...id=49&subid=42

How can I shut the Data Connection down?

-- See http://www.pdaphonehome.com/forums/s...threadid=38350
-- See http://pdaphonehome.com/forums/showt...threadid=43246
-- By default holding the End call button on VX6600 with terminate data connection. To get this behavior on other phones:
---- i) You must have a registry editor like RESCO
---- ii) Search for flightmodeswitchbypnhendkey
---- iii) 1 means the end button puts you in flight mode. 0 means it shuts off the data connection. (credit to Ehud).

Which Bluetooth headsets work?

-- See first page of this thread http://pdaphonehome.com/forums/showt...threadid=43821

Why is my screen keep turning on by itself?

-- Most agree the most common cause is Bluetooth being on (and likely a bug that will get fixed).
-- Next most common reason is an application waking up doing its thing.
-- Patches fix the Bluetooth issue.

Can USB Charge the phone?

-- Yes !!
-- In a pinch you can split your kit up and use the Cradle at work to Charge and Sync.
-- Then keep the A/C Adapter with Dongle at home. And use Bluetooth to Sync at Home. Or some other combo.
-- The power-plug is however used to charge a second battery in the cradle if you have one.
-- Be aware some USB ports are weak on current and you might overload it.

Which patch do I use?

-- See first page of this thread http://pdaphonehome.com/forums/showt...threadid=43586

Why no WIFI on the CDMA models?

-- It is believed CDMA radio is larger and uses more power.
-- Wifi sucks battery down real fast too.
-- CDMA (EVDO) also can run at 500mb over cellular airwaves without the Wifi HotSpot charges.
-- So there is less need for WIFI in the CDMA phone.
-- Some believe it's to sell more Cellular based Data Minutes.

Why no Camera on some models?

-- It is believed that there is a class of business customers that prefer not have the camera based phone due to policies involved with their work.
-- Companies that involve Government, Military, Classified, Intellectual Property etc. ban cameras and therefore take their phone and PDA away.

How do I enable the Speaker Phone?

-- To enable or disable hold green Talk button for 5 seconds or so during the call.

Why is my phone slowing down and acting weird?

-- You may have excessive Duplicate Event Notifications built up
-- For a fix see http://scarybearsoftware.com/ppc_cn_overview.html
-- For discussion see http://pdaphonehome.com/forums/showt...threadid=40227

What are the special programming codes?

-- You Dial these codes in the phone application
-- See http://pdaphonehome.com/forums/showt...threadid=37447

How can I dial phone numbers that prompt for more touch tones automatically from my Conact?

-- See http://pdaphonehome.com/forums/showt...threadid=41291

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