got it working Ok, sync'd to my desktop and got a copy of my outlook info - all worked ok.
Next added some new apointments on the axim, re-sync'd - all ok!
Next added some new contacts on the Axim and then the contacts disapeared. Won't load sither from the start menu or from the button, just get a bleep and nothing happens. Used switcher but contacts is not open (ie not invisible).
Tried a re-sync & all new data copied ok, so it's in there somewhere just can't see it.
Probably me doing sothing really stupid but I'd appreciate any help thanks!
FYI: There is a known issue with Contacts and the Switcher Bar. If you close contacts using the Switcher Bar while viewing a contact, Contacts will not load until you do a soft reset.