Documentation

For administrators

Administrator guide

Set up PalmOrder Server, devices, accounting-system exchange and data formats.

This documentation describes the current system built around the new PalmOrder Server. It is for administrators who install the server, connect mobile devices and organize exchange with the accounting system.

How data moves

Accounting system → outbox → PalmOrder Server → mobile device
Accounting system ← inbox  ← PalmOrder Server ← mobile device

The accounting system works with files in outbox and inbox. PalmOrder Server provides secure exchange with paired devices.

Start here

If the system is not configured yet:

  1. Install PalmOrder Server.
  2. Complete the first start and set the working directories.
  3. Pair an Android device.
  4. Complete the first exchange from accounting-system files to an order in inbox.

Documentation sections

PalmOrder Server

Installation, configuration, licensing, data directories and supported platforms. Start with the server overview.

Device setup

Android device pairing, exchange profiles, remote settings, table views, printing and GPS features of the mobile application. See the device setup overview.

Integration

Rules for the accounting system to work with outbox and inbox, prepare data and receive documents. See accounting-system integration.

Data formats

The structure of exchange.xml, preferences.xml, tables_columns.xml, XML tables, reference data and documents. See the formats overview.

Operations

Exchange checks, logs, backups, updates and recovery. See server operations.