A method and a communication system are in which a first synchronization message identifying a data transmission method with the highest-level error protection that a first device is capable of executing is transmitted from said first device to a second device. In accordance with one preferred embodiment, the unitary rod member comprises a connecting rod portion, a lower bezel portion and a knob portion. In automatic response to detecting the intent of the user and before the action can be completed, a plurality of deletion options is presented to the user, from which the user selects one deletion option.