Frequently asked questions

Common questions

How much does it cost to send a short message?

You pay only a standard tariff of your mobile operator per SMS. Some operators offer various SMS packages (from $0.01/SMS) or even unlimited SMS messaging for a certain fee (visit your mobile operator's site for details). And you need to pay for the Headwind SMS messaging software (a one-time fee, see price list for details).

Why am I asked to enter a code?

This is the registration code, which is delivered to you after you purchase Headwind SMS software. During a 30-day trial period, you do not need to enter the code; you are able to send SMS from PC via Headwind SMS Suite anyway. Please note that there are no limitations in the trial version except the 30-day usage limit.

Technical questions

How can I establish the communication with the mobile phone?

The communication can be established using Bluetooth, infrared port or cable (a Bluetooth connection is recommended). Before the connection, a virtual serial port must be configured. See instructions on the Bluetooth connection for details.

How can I check that my SMS has been sent?

You need to open a control panel by double-clicking an application icon and look for the SMS in folders "Outbox", "Sent", "Failed". If the SMS is in "Sent" folder, then it must be sent successfully.

How can I use SMS for the remote management of my computer?

You may set up a command-line handler for incoming SMS. The handler may be written in any programming language, it gets the contents of a message through a command line.

May I setup an autoresponder for incoming SMS?

To make an autoresponder, you must use the COM interface. It is recommended to write an autoresponder in a COM-friendly programming language such as Visual Basic.