Remote Control your Pocket PC - a brand new roundup - General Topics

A brand new article has been published with a lot of new info (particularly: WM5 compliance, Pocket PC-based VNC servers etc) on remote controlling of Pocket PC's. It can be read at http://www.pocketpcmag.com/blogs/index.php?blog=3&p=514&more=1 , in my Pocket PC Magazine Expert Blog.

I use the powertoy available from M$. Works just fine.

TheBrit said:
I use the powertoy available from M$. Works just fine.
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Where can I download it?? I have just searched MS for that download without success.

emmeborn said:
TheBrit said:
I use the powertoy available from M$. Works just fine.
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Where can I download it?? I have just searched MS for that download without success.
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Linked & explained in the article..

emmeborn said:
TheBrit said:
I use the powertoy available from M$. Works just fine.
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Where can I download it?? I have just searched MS for that download without success.
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Here: http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/...d6-1dcc-47aa-ab28-6a2b006edfe9&displaylang=en

I do not believe the MS tool works with WM5

lordbater said:
I do not believe the MS tool works with WM5
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It does with a bit of work.
This is how you do it:
- it works!!!!
In the directory you installed the Mobile Developer Power Toys, find the "Activesync Remote Display" directory and RTFM ......
Basically, all you need to do is copy the two files in "C:\Program Files\Windows Mobile Developer Power Toys\ActiveSync_Remote_Display\devices\wce400\armv4t" to the \WINDOWS directory on your WM5.0 device using ActiveSync.
When you fire up the shortcut for ActiveSync Remote Display on your PC, it *****es that "The OS or CPU of this device is unknown to this application" - just click OK and your WM5.0 display will appear in the main window!!!! The first time that you start and stop the remote display, your phone/device will give you the "This program is from an unknown publisher...." message, so just say Yes and it won't ask you again.
The only caveat is that you seem to get the remote display icon (windows logo in a circle) in the notification area (where the battery and screen rotation icons are) one position to the left each time you stop and start the remote display. No big deal, but can look a bit weird after you've stopped/started about ten times
Give it a go - the quality of the display on the PC is as crap as ever (and zooming it only makes it worse), but it's still nice to be able to compose a message reply on a full size keyboard from time to time
Cheers, Mark.
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Excellent, thanks
works like a charm..
Do you know why they got rid of some of the toolbars and buttons on WM5?
for example, there is no send and receive button on the outlook window, and no speed dial button on the phone window.
Thanks
lb

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Vncviewer?

Hi guys,
I had a vncviewer used to work perfectly in wm5, but since I updated my kaiser to wm6 and lately wm6.1, it's not working anymore. I've been doing some search in xda-developers and google, trying to find a working version for wm6.1, but no luck so far. Anyone knows where can I find one?
Thanks advance!
freewind29 said:
Hi guys,
I had a vncviewer used to work perfectly in wm5, but since I updated my kaiser to wm6 and lately wm6.1, it's not working anymore. I've been doing some search in xda-developers and google, trying to find a working version for wm6.1, but no luck so far. Anyone knows where can I find one?
Thanks advance!
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Did you try the commercial (and much better) alternatives like Parys Technografx' Pocket Office? See my related Bible at http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Access your desktop PC from your Pocket PC!
Menneisyys said:
Did you try the commercial (and much better) alternatives like Parys Technografx' Pocket Office? See my related Bible at http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Access your desktop PC from your Pocket PC!
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Thanks, I will check it out!
there is also www.z2software.com which I use and think is excellent but if you do not need the functionality then there is the free remote desktop that came with your phone, I am attaching it for you in case you don't have it.
at your computer end to use the same software you need to go
start -> programs -> accessories -> communications
and
you will also need to go to system properties (hold down the windows key and press the pause break button) then click on the remote tab to enable remote connections to your computer.
ohh and watch out for firewalls both software and hardware in your router.
ice_coffee said:
there is also www.z2software.com which I use and think is excellent but if you do not need the functionality then there is the free remote desktop that came with your phone, I am attaching it for you in case you don't have it.
at your computer end to use the same software you need to go
start -> programs -> accessories -> communications
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you will also need to go to system properties (hold down the windows key and press the pause break button) then click on the remote tab to enable remote connections to your computer.
ohh and watch out for firewalls both software and hardware in your router.
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Thanks man! I know I can use this with one of my pc, which installed win pro, but I have another one with home edition, don't really know how to enable the remote function. I use vncviewer to remote control the home edition through vpn tunnel.
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Thanks man! I know I can use this with one of my pc, which installed win pro, but I have another one with home edition, don't really know how to enable the remote function. I use vncviewer to remote control the home edition through vpn tunnel.
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With the Home Ed, you can't use RDP, as has also been explained in the Remote Bible above (have you checked it out?)
I have checked out your wiki page, it help a lot, thanks!
Ole hyvä
Kiitoksia ja Terveisin Vantaalta!
I found this VNC viewer:
http://dotnetvnc.sourceforge.net/
It works on my HTC Polaris (WM6.1)
alladdin said:
I found this VNC viewer:
http://dotnetvnc.sourceforge.net/
It works on my HTC Polaris (WM6.1)
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Thanks, I'll try it soon.

Remote Connection

Hi guys,
I've flashed my phone with the .405 euro firmware however seem to have lost remote desktop, does anyone know where this will be or how I can find the cab and reinstall it?
Many thanks.
You have this one:-
http://www.koushikdutta.com/search/label/Omnipresence
or
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=425627&highlight=remote+desktop
but i haven't tried either yet.
Let me know how you get on plz
ta m8,
The real windows remote desktop is definitely best because windows will scale all your windows and is really responsive, however you may have concurrent login issues if you try to use your pc at the same time!
The other is more like VNC where you view an existing login, however that then begs the question why not use a mobile VNC program as it's well established and more supported. I'd say the good thing about omnipresence is it attempts to use touchflow navigation concepts but at the moment the response is slow, could be good in the future though.
Scribe said:
ta m8,
The real windows remote desktop is definitely best because windows will scale all your windows and is really responsive, however you may have concurrent login issues if you try to use your pc at the same time!
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That might explain, that when I try and remote onto my PC it tells me the UN or PW is incorrect. (I know it isn't).. Is this because I'm logged in?
It should log you out on your pc when you try to connect i think
http://www.4shared.com/file/59865899/7e421c68/WM6_RemoteDesktop.html I'm using this with no problems..(had to hack Vista Home Premium )
lepermessiah said:
http://www.4shared.com/file/59865899/7e421c68/WM6_RemoteDesktop.html I'm using this with no problems..(had to hack Vista Home Premium )
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How did you have to hack Vista plz.. I'm also using that OS, so might be the same problem?
I'm useing RDM+ instead from Shape service.
Much simpler and no need to configure and firewalls.. downside is that it aint free. But then again it's a one time fee, all other upgrades are free.
lots of functions too like file upload and download. And the person that is online dosen't get log out.
Imo it's a really good application.
Again either using RDT or Logmein.com , It says user name or password incorrect.
I know its not, coz thats what I use to log into the system!!!
Any ideas, this is a real puzzler1
EN4CER69 said:
How did you have to hack Vista plz.. I'm also using that OS, so might be the same problem?
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you have to put some files into system32 and edit some registry...you can find ti via google
Sorted, easy

Topaz as a remote for my PC

Is there an app to change my Topaz into a remote control. So that I can change the up volume and that kind of stuff on my PC.
A friend of my got that kind of app on his iPhone so that he can't control his MacBook from a distance. It works with WiFi.
Btw I prefure WiFi because my computer can't do any Bluetooth things.
We can try this application :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=427097
Hi Ciedric
you should try this...
there also exists an free version that works great...
i remote control my media center with this
-bl4ckb1rd
bl4ckb1rd said:
Hi Ciedric
you should try this...
there also exists an free version that works great...
i remote control my media center with this
-bl4ckb1rd
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er...link ??
Steeve24 said:
er...link ??
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http://gbmsoftware.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=12&Itemid=7
bl4ckb1rd said:
http://gbmsoftware.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=12&Itemid=7
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Where can I find that free version of this app. And what exactly can I do with it?
I found that site with google but I didn't found out wich link (CAB) I need.
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Sorry I found out which link I need.
I've got it running but not quite correctly
If I fill in a IP-adres and the Internet password, nothing happends. I'm using a router. And got three computers on it. Two by a cable and one with out.
Ciedric said:
I've got it running but not quite correctly
If I fill in a IP-adres and the Internet password, nothing happends. I'm using a router. And got three computers on it. Two by a cable and one with out.
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Hi Ciedric...
on you pc there must run the gremote server!
then you could connect over bluetooth or WiFi using the LAN IP of your workstation... and the password you setup on the gremote server...
How do I get a Gremote on my PC?
Thnx for the screen shots
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I see, it's just like installing Framework 3.5. Get the device on my computer (first run active sync?). Then install Gremote on my pc and it will get my Topaz to.
Is that right?
I've install the single CAB on my Topaz.
Ciedric said:
How do I get a Gremote on my PC?
Thnx for the screen shots
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I see, it's just like installing Framework 3.5. Get the device on my computer (first run active sync?). Then install Gremote on my pc and it will get my Topaz to.
Is that right?
I've install the single CAB on my Topaz.
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Hi Ciedric...
use this download
this installes the gremote server and the client over active sync...
that sould solve you issues...
-bl4ckb1rd
I've got it running right now
Scrolling up and down works perfect and fast
Go left and right doesn't work or just a bit.
The whole thing only works when I atache the phone with my pc by using the usb cable.
Hhm still not working correctly. Guess I've should use wireless internet. My pc uses a cable. I do have a laptop running on wireless internet. My router supports both.

[REQ] Best remote sync app? A la Dropbox, etc.

As a long time user of Dropbox, I wish there was an easier way to access my files instead of having to go on the web interface. I detest having to plug my phone into my computer, and actually as of recently, my computer locks up when I plug it in while the WM OS is running (go figure.) No mention of anything in the event log, just nothing. Bootloader works fine so my flash addiction is still valid
Anyways, I see options like Sugarsync (2 computer limit) or Live Mesh (no idea) as possible alternatives that have a WinMo client. Does anyone have any recommendations?
mazzarin said:
As a long time user of Dropbox, I wish there was an easier way to access my files instead of having to go on the web interface. I detest having to plug my phone into my computer, and actually as of recently, my computer locks up when I plug it in while the WM OS is running (go figure.) No mention of anything in the event log, just nothing. Bootloader works fine so my flash addiction is still valid
Anyways, I see options like Sugarsync (2 computer limit) or Live Mesh (no idea) as possible alternatives that have a WinMo client. Does anyone have any recommendations?
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Do you find the m.dropbox.com solution bad? I personally think it works fine, but then again I havent used it very much
Don't get me wrong - it works, but a native app is better no?
mazzarin said:
As a long time user of Dropbox, I wish there was an easier way to access my files instead of having to go on the web interface. I detest having to plug my phone into my computer, and actually as of recently, my computer locks up when I plug it in while the WM OS is running (go figure.) No mention of anything in the event log, just nothing. Bootloader works fine so my flash addiction is still valid
Anyways, I see options like Sugarsync (2 computer limit) or Live Mesh (no idea) as possible alternatives that have a WinMo client. Does anyone have any recommendations?
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I've been using LiveMesh to sync severals folders in 4 computer and the Winmo and it works great.
loquillo_rojo said:
I've been using LiveMesh to sync severals folders in 4 computer and the Winmo and it works great.
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Looks great! But when I try to sign up it says that synching of Windows Mobile is "comming soon". Do you have an application for this?
Untested, but try this:
http://m.mesh.com/install/wm6/LiveMesh.cab
Link doesn't work
mazzarin said:
Untested, but try this:
http://m.mesh.com/install/wm6/LiveMesh.cab
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The above link does not work anymore, to get it on your phone do the following:
1. using youe MOBILE PHONE browser go to http://www.mesh.com
2. Click the Login button (if you already have an account, if not get yourself a live account)
3. Once logged in you will see your device wheel click on the orange plus icon to add a device.
4.At the bottom of the dialog you will a link for 'Live mesh for mobile devices' click it.
5. You will then get to a page whihc explains how to install, click on the link in option 2 and it will download a cab for you.
6. Install the cab
7. Run live mesh from your start menu, there will be a message about security (you have to be quick on this step) Check the 'don't show this message again' checkbox and click ok.
8. Enter your live login details and check all of the checkboxes bellow.
Job Done!
Can't get it work with your method. When I log in to mesh.com with my HTC HD2(LEO) I can't se any options for mobile. Only Windows xp and Vista in the drop-down menu, and in the text it says that Windows mobile coming soon.
Anything I do wrong? Tested in both Opera and IE.
Thanks.
Also hope Dropbox soon wil launch a Windows mobile application
Try Kinoma, there is a plug in for box.net and web.dav it works perfekt for me.
greetz
www.kinoma.com

Best VNC like app for HD2 ?

Looking for a VNC app for Windows Mobile wich can acces the Pc by the phone ?
What progs are out there ?
It should come with Remote Desktop already installed. That works a treat
yeah how does that work exactly because I didn't really got that working, should I run an application on the PC aswell?
Well i think soo!
The app is there for iphone for example! so there should be a simular to WM ?
I havnt yet found any app, thats why im here
You have to enable remote desktop connections on your PC and then the remote desktop app that comes as standard on your phone will work. This has been a basic function for WM phones for a long time.
(You will also need to allow traffic on port 3389 through your firewall, if you have one.)
This version works fine for me: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=445903
I use .netvnc app (cannot post link but google it its first hit)
You have to ENABLE it for a GIVEN login ID on your PC. You will be prompted for this ID when you use the RDC app on the HD2
johncmolyneux said:
You have to enable remote desktop connections on your PC and then the remote desktop app that comes as standard on your phone will work. This has been a basic function for WM phones for a long time.
(You will also need to allow traffic on port 3389 through your firewall, if you have one.)
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Can you plz tell me how to do it ?
I havnt been able to do it yet! i have win 7
Please have a look at this fantastic tutorial. Found it via google, used it myself and it works now!
de Wolfe said:
Please have a look at this fantastic tutorial. Found it via google, used it myself and it works now!
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Yes I look but I dont find a link ....
Oh sorry, I'm an idiot Here you go: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=533664
i have aproblem with keyboard! How can i open it in full screen mode?
Thanks mate i will now read and try
can you post a link please?
Hi,
I have the same problem with keyboard. When I enter Full screen I cannot activate it or go out of fullscreen mode.
Is it possible to connect with higher resolution than 800 x 480 ?
Is there any alternative client ?
iPhone with jaduu or mocha vnc is great. Why there is no good software for HD2 :/ ?
Hi, im new here.
Using remote desktop has a few problems. Especially the fact it has no keyboard. Also sound is missing. Another problem is that the remote desktop installed to basic editions if windows (on the pc) does not support remote server, it can only be used as a client to another pc. I found a patch someone on this forum made than can get around this problem. But despite the fact mine connects fine, i rarely use it as it has very little functionality!
If it is important that you can connect to your pc i hear vnc is much better for it as it has full functionality. Dont know if there is a similar free version available as vnc is about £50.
hooope this helps buddy
Keyboard: use the on-screen-keyboard or a BTK with your HD2, works like a charm.
Resolution: Fairly sure the answer is no.
Why use vnc when you have RDC, its waaaaay better.
VNC does not limit resolution. That makes RDP useless for me :/
There is another solution but I have not tried it yet
Z2 Remote2PC I will try it today
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Can anybody start this java app -- VNC+ ?? I only get "press any key" and keyboard doesn't do the trick :/
website
rdmplus . com / vnc
I have tested GRemote Pro .. but cant get it working, and its Damnnnnnn slow
Real NVC havnt found one yet? can any one link?
The Bulit in software in hd2 .cant get it to connect to my pc (No damn good spet by step guide )

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