Click here for the Japanese Documentation
Since 9/25/1999
Last Update 3/18/2000
This software, known as "RemoconCon for
WindowsCE", was awarded a Microsoft prize at "Microsoft Windows CE FAN WindowsCE softwares contest in Japan"
Palm
Remote for WindowsCE
(The Japanese name is RemoconCon for
WindowsCE.)
Copyright (c) 1999-2000 Hiromu
Okada
Click here for Palm OS version.
Click
here for Windows95 version (not supported Win98/WinME/Win2000).
The Palm Remote (RemoconCon) is the first ever WindowsCE
software for MIPS CPU (NEC VR-4000 series) 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.
Distance and height are important in making this remote work.
Vary the height, distance and angle to find what works for your environment.
Please contact Softwares for
IrDA Devices by e-mail if you would like to distribute Palm Remote.
You are not permitted to add to or modify this compressed archive file.
The Palm Remote was designed for the CASIO E-15 (OS2.11).
For use with CASIO E-100/105, Compaq Presario 213/Aero 2180, and other
devices loading MIPS CPU (NEC VR4000 series), you can adjust the
value of the Pulse Length to optimize this software for your
device. (See 4-7)
3/18/2000
Version 2.2.0
Fixed the bug that learning function caused.
3/10/2000
Version 2.1.0
Thanks to Annette Lee for proofreading the English documentation.
Thanks to Shankar Venkataraman for proofreading the English documentation.
Thanks to Tony for proofreading the English documentation.
Adjusted PANASONIC remote data.
2/21/2000
Version 1.1.0
(beta testing version)
Added English Documentation.
Thanks to Annette Lee for proofreading the English documentation.
Adjusted SONY remote data.
2/20/2000
Version 1.0.0
(beta testing version)
Added learning function.
Added macro function.
Fixed the interference that application launcher hardware buttons caused.
(Stopped support of the application launcher hardware buttons.)
Fixed the bug in redrawing the screen.
Reconsidering the remote emulation method.
10/13/1999
Version 0.9.3
(MicroSoft / WindowsCE FAN WindowsCE software contest version)
Added a new function: the automatic detection of the CPU.
A few words of thanks:
I thank Mr. Ari-p for his advice on E-500 CPU ability value.
Mr. Ari-p was the first to demonstrate that the IrDA transmitter could become a
consumer remote with a MS-DOS application called RUNA (@Nifty IrDA Forum BBS in
Japan).
If not for Mr. Ari-p's work, this software and other IrDA remote software which
work on other Operating Systems would not be possible.
9/25/1999
Version 0.9.0
(MicroSoft / WindowsCE FAN WindowsCE software contest version) Converted from
the Windows version to WindowsCE version.
The installation must be done manually.
After downloading, unzip the files into a folder, and use
ActiveSync to copy the files
"PalmRemote.exe" (application) and
"PalmRemote.HTP" (help file) for your type of device
(HPC/PPC) into \Windows\Start Menu\ on your WindowsCE device.
Run it from start menu.
The "PalmRemote.exe" may also be copied to any folder
on the CF card and paste a shortcut on the Start Menu.
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.
Next the [ Hardware Wizard ] dialog appears.
Select the type of WindowsCE device you are using.
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 module has been designed to be very narrow (5 degrees) with a reach of about 2 metres. Distance and height are important in making this remote work. Vary the height, distance and angle to find what works for your environment.
SONY / Toshiba / NEC / SANYO / Mitsubishi / JVC products is practical
range of distance.
Report of range of distance:
If you are using a device that is not a CASIO E-15, you will need to adjust the Pulse Length (See 4-7).
The arrow buttons (cursor-type arrow buttons on the right column of the screen) can be used as Volume Up/Down and Channel Up/Down function.
The buttons were designed big so that they can be pressed with your finger.
[Numeral (N) view] is for the normal buttons.
[Function (F) view] is for special 14 function buttons.
You can switch these operation screens by selecting [menu | view] or tapping
[N]/[F] buttons.
The Function (F) View screen is longer than 1 screen and can be navigated
using the yellow arrow in the top right hand side of the screen.
The theory behind the learning function resembles that of using a tape
recorder. You can control a product by recording an infrared signal and playing
it back. Frequencies that Palm Remote can learn are 40kHz (Sony, Pioneer etc.),
38kHz(NEC, Toshiba, Hitachi, Sanyo, Fujitsu, Sharp, Panasonic, JVC etc.) and
33kHz (Mitsubishi). Palm Remote cannot learn signals using other frequencies
(such as 455kHz).
To activate the Learn Function:
-Select [menu | Option | Button Setting].
Then the [Button Setting Wizard1] dialog appears.
–Tap the [Next >>] button. Then tap a button on the screen that you want
to customize.
Then the [Button Setting Wizard2] dialog appears.
-Select a [Learning] radio button and tap a [Next >>] button.
Then the [Button Setting Wizard3] dialog appears.
You are then ready to begin.
Aim the remote control IR window at the infrared port of the WindowsCE device.(It will be able to learn best if both devices are placed on
hard surface).
-Tap the [Learn] button and push a button on your remote control for 1 second to make your WindowsCE device "learn" the infrared signal.
An [Error code] message appears when the Palm Remote failed in learning.
A [SUCCESS] message appears when learning is successful.
-Tap the [Next >>] button. The [Button Setting Wizard Finish] dialog appears.
At this time, if you want to customize the label text (Only work for Function key F1-F14), select a [ Edit ] radio button, and enter a label that indicates the function of the button.
-Tap the [ Finish>> ] button to end.
Note that your WindowsCE device will ‘save’ the infrared information when you exit the Palm Remote program.
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].
Then the [Button Setting Wizard1] dialog appears.
–Tap the [Next >>] button. Then tap a button on the screen that you wish to
customize.
Then the [Button Setting Wizard2] dialog appears.
-Select a [Macro Recording] radio button and tap the [Next >>] button.
Then the [Button Setting Wizard3] dialog appears. Macro recording is ready to begin.
-After tapping the [Next>>] button, tap each of the buttons in the sequences that you want.
The [Button Setting Wizard Step4] dialog appears, before each next operation.
Then you must select a [0.5 sec] or [1.0 sec] button to insert a delay between operations.
Repeat these operations until sequential operations you want.
When you are done programming all the buttons you wish to have signals on, select a [Finish] radio button and tap the [Next >>]
button.
The [Button Setting Wizard Finish] dialog appears.
At this time, if you want to customize the label text (Only work for Function key F1-F14), select a [ Edit ] radio button, and enter a label that indicates the function of the button.
-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 version was adjusted for performance on a CASIO E-55 (Japanese version
of E-15, OS2.11).
If you have a CASIO E-100 or other MIPS device, you can adjust the value of the
Pulse Length.
Select [menu | Option | Pulse Length Adjust], then the [Pulse Length Adjust]
dialog appears.
Adjust value is from [-5] to [+5] and you can change this using slider.
And try sending.
This software is shareware ($29 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 Palm OS or RemoconCon for Windows 95), you still need to register this product for use on your
WindowsCE device.
After you submit your registration and payment information, a password for
Palm Remote version 2.x will be sent to you by e-mail.
Please enter your PASSWORD in the " 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/premcee.htm
For questions or comments send e-mail to: Softwares for IrDA Devices
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