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REFERENCE MANUAL

9400

TERMINAL

M/N : M0010

Version 1.00

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Other product names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or registered

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The editorial use of these names is for identification as well as to the benefit of the

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Website: http://www.cipherlab.com

FCC REGULATIONS

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B

digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to

provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential

installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy

and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful

interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that

interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause

harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the

interference by one or more of the following measures:

 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which

the receiver is connected.

 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

 RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE

 DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES ACCORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS

 The use of any batteries or charging devices, which are not originally sold or

manufactured by CipherLab, will void your warranty and may cause damage to

human body or the product itself.

 The charging and communication cradle uses an AC power adaptor. A socket

outlet shall be installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. The

power adaptor should comply with L.P.S test. Make sure there is stable power

supply for the mobile computer or its peripherals to operate properly.

 DO NOT disassemble, incinerate or short circuit the battery pack.

 DO NOT expose the mobile computer or the battery pack to any flammable

sources.

 Under no circumstances, internal components are self-serviceable.

 Per FDA and IEC standards, the scan engines described in this manual are not

given a laser classification. However, the following precautions should be

observed:

CAUTION

IMPORTANT NOTICES

This laser component emits FDA / IEC Class 2 laser light at the exit port. Do not

stare into beam.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

 This mobile computer is intended for industrial use. The mobile computer is rated

IP 64, however, it may do damage to the mobile computer when being exposed

to extreme temperatures or soaked wet.

 When the body of the mobile computer gets dirty, use a clean and wet cloth to

wipe off the dust. DO NOT use/mix any bleach or cleaner. Always keep the LCD

dry.

 For a liquid crystal display (LCD) or touch screen, use a clean, non-abrasive,

lint-free cloth to wipe dust off the screen. DO NOT use any pointed or sharp

object to move against the surface.

 Battery disposal - For green-environment issue, it is important that batteries should

be recycled in a proper way.

 If you want to put away the mobile computer for a period of time, download the

collected data to a host computer, and then take out the battery pack. Store

the mobile computer and battery pack separately.

 When the mobile computer resumes its work, the main and backup batteries will

take a certain time to become fully charged.

 If you shall find the mobile computer malfunctioning, write down the specific

scenario and consult your local sales representative.

VERSION DATE NOTES

1.00 Aug. 10,

2007 Initial release

RELEASE NOTES

CONTENTS

IMPORTANT NOTICES..............................................................................................................3

FCC Regulations.....................................................................................................................3

Safety Precautions.................................................................................................................3

Care & Maintenance............................................................................................................4

RELEASE NOTES........................................................................................................................5

INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................1

Getting Familiarized with 9400.............................................................................................2

Installing the Hand Strap..................................................................................................3

Installing the Pistol Grip.....................................................................................................4

Dimensions ..............................................................................................................................6

Features...................................................................................................................................6

Inside the Package................................................................................................................8

Accessories .............................................................................................................................8

USING THE 9400 MOBILE COMPUTER.....................................................................................9

1.1 Battery................................................................................................................................9

1.1.1 Inserting the Battery...............................................................................................10

1.1.2 Charging the Battery ............................................................................................12

1.1.3 Understanding the Battery Icons.........................................................................13

1.1.4 Power Management.............................................................................................13

1.2 Memory ...........................................................................................................................15

1.2.1 Caution of Data Loss.............................................................................................15

1.2.2 Checking the Storage Space..............................................................................15

1.2.3 Inserting the miniSD Card.....................................................................................17

1.3 Keypad............................................................................................................................18

1.3.1 Using the Keypad...................................................................................................19

1.3.2 Alpha Key................................................................................................................19

1.3.3 Function Key...........................................................................................................20

1.3.4 Programmable Keys..............................................................................................21

1.4 Touch Screen..................................................................................................................21

1.4.1 Adjusting the Backlight.........................................................................................22

1.4.2 Re-calibrating the Screen ....................................................................................24

1.5 Notifications....................................................................................................................24

1.5.1 Status LED................................................................................................................24

1.5.2 Audio........................................................................................................................25

1.5.3 Vibrator....................................................................................................................26

1.6 Data Capture.................................................................................................................26

1.6.1 Barcode & RFID Reader........................................................................................26

1.6.2 Digital Camera.......................................................................................................26

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1.7 Communications ...........................................................................................................26

1.7.1 Using the Cradle ....................................................................................................26

1.7.2 Inserting the SIM Card...........................................................................................28

1.7.3 Turn off the Wireless Networks..............................................................................29

1.7.4 Using the Headset..................................................................................................29

LEARNING WINDOWS CE BASICS ........................................................................................31

2.1 Getting Started ..............................................................................................................32

2.1.1 Desktop....................................................................................................................34

2.1.2 Taskbar.....................................................................................................................35

2.1.3 Start Menu...............................................................................................................37

2.1.4 Input Methods ........................................................................................................38

2.2 Finding out the Capabilities of Your Mobile Computer..........................................39

2.3 Using ActiveSync............................................................................................................41

2.3.1 Synchronization with Your Computer.................................................................41

2.3.2 Add/Remove Programs........................................................................................42

2.3.3 Backup/Restore......................................................................................................44

2.4 Managing Programs .....................................................................................................44

2.4.1 Quick Launch a Program.....................................................................................44

2.4.2 Create a Folder......................................................................................................48

2.4.3 Switch among Programs and Desktop..............................................................48

2.4.4 Exit a Program ........................................................................................................48

2.5 System Reset & Auto Run .............................................................................................49

2.5.1 Software Reset (Warm Reboot) ..........................................................................49

2.5.2 Hardware Reset (Cold Reboot) ..........................................................................49

2.5.3 Auto Run..................................................................................................................50

2.6 Updating OS Image ......................................................................................................50

PERSONALIZING THE 9400 MOBILE COMPUTER...................................................................53

3.1 Changing System Settings............................................................................................53

3.2 Changing Connection Settings...................................................................................56

3.2.1 USB Connection .....................................................................................................58

3.2.2 GPRS.........................................................................................................................59

3.2.3 WLAN........................................................................................................................64

3.2.4 BTPAN.......................................................................................................................68

USING APPLICATIONS...........................................................................................................71

4.1 Wireless Power Manager..............................................................................................72

4.2 Bluetooth Manager.......................................................................................................73

4.2.1 Bluetooth Profiles Supported................................................................................73

4.2.2 Bluetooth Toolbar...................................................................................................74

4.2.3 Starting Bluetooth Services...................................................................................78

4.2.4 Discovering Bluetooth Devices............................................................................79

4.2.5 Pairing ......................................................................................................................80

4.2.6 Connecting.............................................................................................................81

4.3 Reader Configuration Utility.........................................................................................86

4.3.1 Barcode Reader Settings .....................................................................................87

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4.3.2 RFID Reader Settings .............................................................................................87

4.3.3 Data Output ...........................................................................................................88

4.3.4 Beeper / Vibrator...................................................................................................90

4.3.5 Symbology Settings ...............................................................................................90

4.4 Inbox ................................................................................................................................90

4.4.1 Creating an E-mail Box .........................................................................................91

4.4.2 Synchronizing Inbox...............................................................................................94

4.5 Backup Utility..................................................................................................................95

4.5.1 Managing the Registry..........................................................................................96

4.5.2 Getting Ready for Backing up Files ....................................................................98

4.5.3 Backing up Files......................................................................................................99

4.5.4 Using Backups for Restore ..................................................................................100

4.6 Button Assignment Utility.............................................................................................103

SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................................107

Platform, Processor & Memory ........................................................................................107

Communications & Data Capture.................................................................................107

Electrical Characteristics..................................................................................................108

Physical Characteristics....................................................................................................108

Environmental Characteristics.........................................................................................109

Programming Support.......................................................................................................109

Accessories .........................................................................................................................110

SCAN ENGINE SETTINGS.....................................................................................................111

Symbologies Supported....................................................................................................111

RFID Tags Supported..........................................................................................................113

CCD/LASER SCAN ENGINE ................................................................................................115

Reader Settings Table .......................................................................................................116

Symbology Settings Table.................................................................................................118

2D SCAN ENGINE................................................................................................................123

Reader Settings Table .......................................................................................................123

Symbology Settings Table.................................................................................................124

The 9400 Series, running Windows CE 5.0 in palm size, is our first product line of rugged

PDA-style Mobile Computer. Light-weight, streamlined and ergonomic, it adds even

more powerful and handy tools to delivering the flexibility in customization.

Specifically designed to work as an industrial PDA, the 9400 Series provides rich

options of data collection, voice and data communications, long-lasting working

hours, and so on. Its large color transflective TFT display guarantees ease in reading in

all lighting conditions. Integrated with Bluetooth and 802.11b/g technologies, you

may choose to add the GPRS module to gain greater speeds and optimal mobility.

This manual serves to guide you through how to install, configure, and operate the

mobile computer. The Care & Maintenance section is specifically prepared for those

who are in charge of taking care of the mobile computer.

We recommend you to keep one copy of the manual at hand for quick reference or

maintenance purposes. To avoid any improper disposal or operation, please read

the manual thoroughly before use.

Thank you for choosing CipherLab products!

INTRODUCTION

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GETTING FAMILIARIZED WITH 9400

Figure 1: Front / Back

View

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INSTALLING THE HAND STRAP

The hand strap is ideal for one-handed operation, which requires safe and

convenient hold of the mobile computer.

Warning: Always make sure the hand strap is well hooked and screwed to the

back of the mobile computer before use.

When the hand strap is desired, install it to the mobile computer by following these

steps:

1) Place the mobile computer face down on a flat and clean surface.

2) Screw one end of the hand strap to the back of the mobile computer.

3) Insert and hook the other end of the hand strap to the bottom of the mobile

computer.

4) Make sure the hand strap is securely attached to the mobile computer.

5) Adjust the length of the hand strap to suit your handbreadth.

Figure 2: Installing the

Hand Strap

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INSTALLING THE PISTOL GRIP

This contoured pistol grip enables intuitive trigger-and-scan operation, which is very

helpful in scan intensive applications.

When a pistol grip is necessary, install it to the mobile computer by following these

steps:

1) Press for the mobile computer to enter suspend mode.

2) Place the mobile computer face down on a flat and clean surface.

3) Remove the hand strap as well as the side plates as shown below.

4) Connect the power connector from the pistol grip to the receptacle on the

mobile computer.

5) Screw the pistol grip to the back of the mobile computer.

6) Make sure all screws are tightened up.

7) Turn on the mobile computer to test the trigger.

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Figure 3: Installing the

Pistol Grip

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DIMENSIONS

FEATURES

 Ergonomic design - ruggedized yet streamlined, with hand strap for secure hold.

 Built tough to survive drop test and sealed against moisture/dust to industrial

standard IP 64.

 Microsoft Windows CE 5.0 operating system, 520 MHz Intel PXA270 processor

 128 MB non-volatile NAND flash memory to store OS and software programs

(part of the free space is used as a storage card called DiskOnChip)

Figure 4: Dimensions

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 64 MB / 128 MB SDRAM to store and run programs, as well as store program data

 One miniSD expansion slot for memory card

 Dual mode support - One scan engine (integrated barcode scanner/imager) plus

one RFID reader

 Total wireless solution - connectivity includes Bluetooth, 802.11b/g and

EDGE/GPRS.

 A 3.5" color transflective TFT display delivers excellent visibility in all lighting

conditions.

 Programmable feedback includes speaker and vibrator.

 Built-in power tools include Reader Configuration Utility, Backup Utility, etc.

 Terminal Emulation client for VT100/220 and IBM 5250 enables a quick link to any

backend database.

 Application Generator (AG*.exe for desktop PC) enables easy customization of

data collection applications.

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 Programming support includes Reader DLL and System API.

 Accessories and peripherals include pistol grip, international AC charging cradle,

etc.

INSIDE THE PACKAGE

The following items are included in the package. Save the box and packaging

material for future use in case you need to store or ship the mobile computer.

 9400 Mobile Computer

 Rechargeable Li-ion battery pack

 Stylus

 Hand Strap

 Software & Manual CD

Note: For battery charging, you will need to purchase a charging cradle separately.

ACCESSORIES

Rich choices of optional accessories are available for you to enhance the total

performance of the mobile computer.

 Pistol Grip (detachable)

 Belt Holster

 Protective Cover

 mini SD Memory Card

 Spare rechargeable Li-ion battery, standard or high capacity pack

 4-slot Battery Charger

 Charging & Communication Cradle

 Vehicle Cradle

This chapter explains the features and usage of the 9400 Mobile Computer.

IN THIS CHAPTER

1.1 Battery ........................................................................................ 9

1.2 Memory.................................................................................... 15

1.3 Keypad..................................................................................... 18

1.4 Touch Screen........................................................................... 21

1.5 Notifications............................................................................. 24

1.6 Data Capture.......................................................................... 26

1.7 Communications.................................................................... 26

1.1 BATTERY

 Main Battery

The 9400 Mobile Computer is powered by a rechargeable 3.7 V/1800 mAh Li-ion

battery pack, and it takes approximately 4 hours to fully charge it. However, the

charging time may vary by working condition. During normal operation, the

mobile computer can work for up to 10 hours.

 Backup Battery

The backup battery on the main board takes charge when the main battery is

removed or drained out. When fully charged, the 3.7 V/70 mAh rechargeable

Lithium button cell helps retain data in SRAM and maintain the system running in

suspend mode for at least 20 hours without the main battery. In the meantime,

you have to replace the main battery as soon as possible.

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1.1.1 INSERTING THE BATTERY

When you first receive the package, the rechargeable functionality of the backup

battery is turned off. It is controlled by a DIP switch inside the battery compartment

as shown below.

For shipping and storage purposes, save the mobile computer and the main battery

in separate packages, and adjust the DIP switch to the OFF position (bottom). This will

keep both batteries in good condition for future use.

Note: Any improper handling may reduce the battery life.

1) Press for the mobile computer to enter suspend mode.

2) Remove the hand strap.

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3) Hold the mobile computer still and press the release button to unlock the battery

cover.

4) Slide off the battery cover.

5) Use the stylus (or a sharp-pointed object, such as a pencil) to adjust the DIP

switch to the ON position (top). Now the internal backup battery can be charged

by the main battery.

6) Insert the battery pack into the battery compartment at a proper angle (30°~45°)

so that the metal contacts on the battery are met with the charging contacts

inside the compartment. Make sure that the battery is snugly fit into the

compartment.

7) Slide the battery cover back onto the mobile computer until it clicks into place.

8) If the battery is charged, the mobile computer turns on.

If the mobile computer does not turn on, charge the battery.

Note: For a new battery, make sure it is fully charged before use. Always prepare a

spare battery pack, especially when you are on the road.

Figure 5: Installing the

Main Battery

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1.1.2 CHARGING THE BATTERY

The main and backup batteries may not be charged to full for shipment. When you

first receive the package, you will need to charge batteries to full before using the

mobile computer.

Note: To charge the batteries to full, it requires approximately 8 hours for the first time.

After the initial charging, it takes only 4 hours to charge the batteries to full.

Because the internal backup battery is constantly charged from the main battery,

the initial charging requires inserting the battery pack to the mobile computer and

then seating the mobile computer in the cradle for charging. This will have both the

main and backup batteries charged at the same time. To charge the backup

battery, make sure that you slide the DIP switch inside the battery compartment to

the ON position.

Note: For a new battery, make sure it is fully charged before use. Always prepare a

spare battery pack, especially when you are on the road.

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1.1.3 UNDERSTANDING THE BATTERY ICONS

The battery pack is the only power source for the mobile computer to work. It also

charges the backup battery on the main board so that the data stored in SRAM can

be retained properly. Therefore, when the main battery charge goes low (see below

for battery status icon), you need to replace the battery pack with a charged one or

charge it as soon as possible. Most of all, always save data before it is too late; you

should backup important data on a regular basis.

BATTERY STATUS ICONS DESCRIPTION

Main battery charge becomes low.

Main Battery

Main battery charge becomes very

low.

Charging Main battery is ready for charging.

Warning: Data loss may occur with SRAM during low battery condition. Always

save data before running out of power or keep a fresh battery for

replacement.

1.1.4 POWER MANAGEMENT

For any portable device, power management is a critical issue especially when you

are on the road. Below are some tips to help you save battery power.

 To speed up charging the mobile computer, turn off the mobile computer and

seat it in the cradle.

 Bring a second battery pack on the road.

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 Stop wireless connectivity, Bluetooth, 802.11b or GPRS that is not in use. Refer to

the Wireless Power Manager.

 To save power, go to Start > Settings > Control Panel and select Display (for

backlight settings) or select Power (for power schemes).

Warning: Using backlight, wireless connectivity, and peripherals while on battery

power will substantially reduce battery life.

START > SETTINGS > CONTROL PANEL AND DOUBLE-TAP THE POWER ICON

1) In the Battery tab (left below), you can always monitor the charging status.

2) Tap the Schemes tab (right above).

3) Select the desired power scheme and options for suspending operation when not

in use. The system can be set to three different states to conserve power:

 User Idle state

 System Idle state

 Suspend state

The time choices represent the amount of time that must pass before the system

will switch to the next power conservation state.

START > SETTINGS > CONTROL PANEL AND DOUBLE-TAP THE DISPLAY ICON

To conserve more power, you may go to Start > Settings > Control Panel and

double-tap the Display icon to configure the backlight setting. Refer to section 1.4.1

Adjusting the Backlight.

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1.2 MEMORY

 Read-only Memory (ROM)

128 megabytes flash memory for storing OS (Windows CE 5.0) and custom

application programs. Yet a small portion of the memory is referred to as

DiskOnChip, which can store data and programs that you wish to retain even

after a hardware reset.

 Random-access Memory (RAM)

64 or 128 megabytes SDRAM for storing and running programs, as well as storing

program data. Its contents will be retained by the backup battery.

 Expansion Slot

The mobile computer is equipped with one miniSD card slot, which is user

accessible. You may upgrade memory by inserting an optional miniSD memory

card.

1.2.1 CAUTION OF DATA LOSS

When the main battery is removed or drained, the backup battery on the main

board is to retain the contents of SRAM and maintain the OS in suspend mode for at

least 20 hours, on condition that the backup battery has already been fully charged.

If you want to put away the mobile computer for a couple of days, you should be

aware that data loss occurs when both the main and backup batteries discharge

completely. Therefore, it is necessary to backup data and files before putting away

the mobile computer!

1.2.2 CHECKING THE STORAGE SPACE

START > SETTINGS > CONTROL PANEL AND DOUBLE-TAP THE SYSTEM ICON

1) In the Memory tab (left below), it displays the current capacity and usage of the

onboard SDRAM, 64 MB / 128 MB.

2) You may tap, hold, and drag the slider to re-allocate the memory.

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SDRAM STORAGE MEMORY (LEFT) PROGRAM MEMORY (RIGHT)

64 MB / 128 MB

onboard It refers to the memory

allocated for file and data

storage.

It refers to the memory

allocated for running

programs.

(DESKTOP) MY DEVICE > DISKONCHIP

The DiskOnChip is part of the onboard 128 MB flash memory. Because the flash

memory is non-volatile, data or programs stored in DiskOnChip will not be erased

after a hardware reset.

Tap and hold the DiskOnChip icon to select Properties from the pop-up menu. In the

Properties tab (right below), it displays the current capacity and usage of

DiskOnChip.

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START > SETTINGS > CONTROL PANEL AND DOUBLE-TAP THE STORAGE MANAGER ICON

Here provides a tool for administrators to reformat the DiskOnChip folder or storage

card (miniSD).

Warning: This tool is for the use of system administrators only. Everything on the

storage device will be permanently erased after reformatting.

1.2.3 INSERTING THE MINISD CARD

If you wish to expand memory, follow these steps to insert a memory card into the

miniSD card slot:

1) Press for the mobile computer to enter suspend mode.

2) Place the mobile computer face down on a flat and clean surface.

3) Remove the side plate by unscrewing the two screws (on the right side when you

place the mobile computer face down) as shown below.

4) Insert the miniSD card properly.

5) Replace the side plate and tighten the screws.

Warning: Make sure the mobile computer is set to Suspend mode; otherwise, it

may cause damage to the mobile computer.

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REMOVING THE MINISD CARD

If you wish to remove the miniSD card, simply push the card after removing the side

plate. The miniSD card will be rejected automatically.

1.3 KEYPAD

Silicon rubber has been chosen for their durability and prompt feedback. The 28-key

keypad includes alphanumeric, navigation, function keys, and so on. This keypad is

set to numeric mode by default.

Figure 6: Inserting the

miniSD Card

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Note: Functionality of keys is application-dependent.

1.3.1 USING THE KEYPAD

PRESS FIRST, AND THEN

The LED backlight of keypad is turned off by default. It can be toggled ON/OFF by

the key combination: [Func] + [0].

START > SETTINGS > CONTROL PANEL AND DOUBLE-TAP THE KEYBOARD ICON

The Character Repeat functionality is enabled by default. You may cancel the

check box to disable it. When enabled, tap, hold, and drag the slider for a desired

Repeat Delay and Repeat Rate.

Warning: It is suggested to turn on the keypad backlight while working in a dark

area; however, using backlight while on battery power will substantially

reduce battery life.

1.3.2 ALPHA KEY

This alphanumeric keypad is set to numeric mode by default. The Alpha key serves as

a toggle among numeric, alpha (lower-case alphabetic), and ALPHA (upper-case

alphabetic) input modes.

Note: It is not necessary to hold down the [Alpha] key.

The alpha icon will appear on the status bar in a sequence as shown below.

STATUS

ICON ALPHA KEY INPUT MODE

N/A Numbers

Press one time Small letters

Press two times Capital letters

Note: If you are using the software keypad via SIP, tap CAP (Caps Lock) to toggle

between upper case and lower case alphabetic modes.

Figure 7: 28-key

Layout

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1.3.3 FUNCTION KEY

The [Func] (function) key serves as a modifier key.

1) To enable this modifier key, press on the keypad.

A circular icon of the letter "F" will appear on the status bar. This modifier key is

hold down as long as the icon is displayed.

2) Now press another key to get the value of key combination (say, press [1] to get

the value of F1). The icon will go off now.

3) To get the value of another key combination modified by the [Func] key, repeat

the above steps.

4) To abort the key modification, press again, and the icon will go off.

Note: It is not necessary to hold down the [Func] key.

The functionality of each key combination is application-dependent. Below is a list of

the factory setting for a variety of key combinations.

KEY COMBINATION ACTION

, PgUp (red-coded): move text up one screenful

, PgDn (red-coded): move text down one screenful

, Home (red-coded): move to the beginning of screen or

document

, End (red-coded): move to the end of screen or document

, Toggle ON/OFF the backlight of keypad only

, Turn ON the backlight of LCD and decrease its luminosity

, Turn ON the backlight of LCD and increase its luminosity

Note: Press the [Func] key first, and then press the second key for a specific function.

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1.3.4 PROGRAMMABLE KEYS

Two user-definable keys, named P1 and P2, are provided on the keypad. Together

with the SCAN key as well as the four side triggers on each side of the touch screen,

they can be re-defined as another key or to serve as a shortcut key for launching a

specific program.

Refer to the Button Assignment Utility.

Note: By default, the four side triggers are programmed to serve as ENTER keys

(upper ones) as well as SCAN keys (lower ones).

1.4 TOUCH SCREEN

The mobile computer comes with a 3.5" TFT graphic LCD, 320 by 240 pixels resolution

(QVGA).

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The LED backlight of screen, which helps ease reading under dim environments, can

be controlled manually and automatically.

Warning: Using backlight while on battery power will substantially reduce battery

life. It is suggested to dim the backlight while working in a well-lit area or

automatically turn off the mobile computer when not in use.

1.4.1 ADJUSTING THE BACKLIGHT

PRESS FIRST, AND THEN

The LED backlight of the screen can be turned on and adjusted decreasingly by the

key combination: [Func] + [-]. Keep pressing the key combination ([Func] first, and

then [-]) until the luminosity is decreased to a desired level.

PRESS FIRST, AND THEN

The LED backlight of the screen can be turned on and adjusted increasingly by the

key combination: [Func] + [.]. Keep pressing the key combination ([Func] first, and

then [.]) until the luminosity is increased to a desired level.

START > SETTINGS > CONTROL PANEL AND DOUBLE-TAP THE DISPLAY ICON

1) Tap the Backlight tab (left below).

2) Select one or both of the check boxes to automatically turn off the LCD backlight

when using batteries or external power. From the appropriate list, select the

amount of time the device should be idle before the backlight is turned off.

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3) Tap the [Advanced] button (right above).

4) In the Settings tab, you can select the luminosity of backlight when it is set to be

automatically turned on by pressing any key or tapping the screen. Tap, hold,

and drag the slider for AC and battery powered respectively. For more luminosity,

move the slider to the right.

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1.4.2 RE-CALIBRATING THE SCREEN

This LCD is also a touch screen that can be calibrated through screen alignment.

START > SETTINGS > CONTROL PANEL AND DOUBLE-TAP THE STYLUS ICON

Tap the Calibration tab, and then tap the [Recalibrate] button.

Warning: DO NOT use any pointed or sharp objects to move against the surface

of the screen.

1.5 NOTIFICATIONS

1.5.1 STATUS LED

The tri-color LED on top is used to provide information on the charging status or

wireless power status.

TASKS GREEN LED RED LED BLUE

Charging 9400 --- On ---

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Charging done On --- ---

Good Read On --- ---

Bluetooth enabled --- --- On

Note: The green LED is also used for "Good Read" while collecting data.

1.5.2 AUDIO

 Speaker

The mobile computer is integrated with a mono speaker, a low power transducer

type, used for playing sounds applied to events in Windows and programs, as well

as playing audio files such as .WAV files. In addition, it can be programmed for

status feedback.

 Headset

A headset jack is provided, which is a 2.5 mm DIA stereo earphone jack with

microphone input. Bluetooth headset is also supported.

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1.5.3 VIBRATOR

The mobile computer is integrated with a vibrator, which is software programmable

for feedback. This can be helpful when working in noisy environments.

1.6 DATA CAPTURE

1.6.1 BARCODE & RFID READER

A wide variety of scan engines is available for delivering flexibility to meet different

requirements. Depending on the scan engine integrated (check the "Active Device"

setting in ReaderConfig), the mobile computer is capable of scanning barcodes of a

number of symbologies that are enabled by default. If you need to scan barcodes

that are encoded in a different symbology, use the Reader Configuration Utility to

enable the symbology first.

Refer to Appendixes for details on scan engine settings.

 Appendix I – Scan Engine Settings lists the symbologies and RFID tags supported.

 Appendix II – CCD/Laser Scan Engine provides information on the reader settings

as well as symbology settings for the CCD or Laser scan engine.

 Appendix III – 2D Scan Engine provides information on the reader settings as well

as symbology settings for the 2D scan engine.

Note: The mobile computer allows the co-existence of one integrated scan engine

and the RFID reader.

1.6.2 DIGITAL CAMERA

An integrated 2 mega-pixel CMOS camera inside the computer is specifically

designed for collecting image data. Refer to the Image Capture Utility.

1.7 COMMUNICATIONS

1.7.1 USING THE CRADLE

The cradle is designed for charging and communications at the same time.

1) Place the cradle on a flat and clean surface.

2) Connect the line of the power adaptor to the power jack on the back of the

cradle.

3) Connect the power adaptor to a suitable power outlet.

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4) The cradle is ready for charging.

5) Seat the mobile computer in the cradle.

If data communications are desired at the same time, you can establish a proper

connection with a computer or remote host. For example, you may establish a

USB connection for ActiveSync.

Make sure that you have Microsoft ActiveSync installed on your computer before

you connect the USB cable from the cradle's USB device port ( ) to your

computer.

Refer to section 2.3 Using ActiveSync.

UNDERSTANDING THE STATUS INDICATORS

TASKS GREEN LED RED LED BLUE

Power ON --- --- On

Charging Spare Battery --- On ---

Charging Done On --- ---

UNDERSTANDING THE COMMUNICATION PORTS

PORTS PURPOSE

USB Device Port This port is provided for connecting to your computer

for establishing a connection for ActiveSync.

USB Host Port This port is provided for connecting a USB device:

 Keyboard

 Mouse

 Card reader

 Storage device, such as a memory stick

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1.7.2 INSERTING THE SIM CARD

1) Press for the mobile computer to enter suspend mode.

2) Hold the mobile computer still and remove the hand strap as well as the battery.

3) Use your finger to slide the locking plate towards its hinge to unlock the SIM card

holder.

Figure 8:

Understanding the

Cradle

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4) Flip up the SIM card holder.

5) Insert the SIM card to the SIM card holder, using the card orientation shown

below.

6) Push the SIM card holder down.

7) Slide the locking plate away from its hinge to secure the SIM card holder.

1.7.3 TURN OFF THE WIRELESS NETWORKS

The mobile computer supports state-of-the-art wireless technologies, Bluetooth and

802.11b/g, so that it is able to send/receive data in real time in an efficient way.

You may choose to have the GPRS module embedded for a total wireless solution for

data.

Refer to the associated utilities.

1.7.4 USING THE HEADSET

Connect the headset to the headset jack (2.5 mm DIA) at the bottom of the mobile

computer. You can use the headset for audio playback or communication via Voice

over IP (VoIP).

 Bluetooth headset is supported, bringing you the freedom of cordless mobility.

Figure 9: Inserting the

SIM Card

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This chapter mainly describes the basic skills to work with the 9400 Mobile Computer.

The add-on utilities for applications regarding data collection, processing, and

transmission, are introduced in the following chapters.

The 9400 Mobile Computer is specifically designed for real-time data collection in the

Windows CE 5.0 environment. It won't take long for any Windows user to get

familiarized with it. Keep these basic skills in mind and explore this Windows CE

device at ease.

 Double-tap an item to select it.

 Tap and hold an item to see a menu that enables tasks, such as cut, copy,

rename, delete, etc.

 Tap and drag to select multiple items.

 Tap or on the toolbar to close an active window, a dialog box, or a

running application.

If the button is not displayed, press on the physical keypad.

 Tap on the toolbar to save the current settings and exit the application (or

minimize the window in some applications).

If the button is not displayed, press on the physical keypad.

IN THIS CHAPTER

2.1 Getting Started....................................................................... 32

2.2 Finding out the Capabilities of Your Mobile Computer... 39

2.3 Using ActiveSync .................................................................... 41

2.4 Managing Programs .............................................................. 44

2.5 System Reset & Auto Run ...................................................... 49

2.6 Updating OS Image ............................................................... 50

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2.1 GETTING STARTED

When the 9400 Mobile Computer is fully charged, you may remove it from the cradle.

Then, press to turn on the mobile computer and wait for the Windows CE

desktop to come up. If you are using the mobile computer for the first time, there are

a couple of things to do after the desktop comes up.

 To select your time zone and set the local time: Start > Settings > Control Panel

and select Date/Time.

 To align the touch screen: Start > Settings > Control Panel and select Stylus.

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SUSPEND MODE

Like your PDA, Pocket PC and most handheld devices, the 9400 Mobile Computer

functions when it is turned on. This is because the Windows CE operating system

eliminates the booting process and runs continuously.

 Turn On (= Resume from Suspend)

To turn on the mobile computer, simply press .

 Turn Off (= Suspend)

To turn off the mobile computer, press again, or select Suspend from the Start

Menu.

The system is now ready for use but not in use. This is referred to as Suspend mode

or Standby mode. It means the system is in power-saving status and waiting for

user interference.

Warning: To save battery power, it is suggested that the mobile computer is set

to be automatically turned off when not in use. Refer to section 1.1.4

Power Management for more information about saving power.

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2.1.1 DESKTOP

The desktop appears when the mobile computer is turned on (left below). Tap and

hold anywhere blank on the screen to manage or configure the desktop (right

below).

Alternatively, you may tap to the right of the taskbar, and then select Desktop.

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Note: To customize the desktop, tap anywhere blank on the desktop and select

Properties.

When you turn on the mobile computer and seat it in the cradle for the first time, you

will find these icons displayed on the taskbar. Refer to section 2.1.2 Taskbar for more

information on the icons.

ICON DESCRIPTION SEE ALSO

This icon shows that your cradle is directly connected to a

computer via USB port.

 Make sure you have Microsoft ActiveSync installed on

your computer.

1.7.1 Using the

Cradle

2.3 Using

ActiveSync

This icon shows that BTPAN1 is disabled. 3.1 Changing

System Settings

This icon is a shortcut to the Wireless Power Manager that

controls the power to GPRS and 802.11b/g modules. 4.1 Wireless

Power Manager

This icon shows that the main battery is ready for charging.

For information on charging status, refer to the LEDs on the

mobile computer as well as on the cradle.

1.1.3

Understanding

the Battery Icons

This icon shows that numeric mode is in use for data input

via keypad. 1.3.4 Alpha Key

2.1.2 TASKBAR

The taskbar is at the bottom of the screen for displaying the Start button, status icons

for various connections or programs, SIP button, Switch Task button, etc.

Note: To configure different connections, go to Start > Settings and select Network

and Dial-up Connections.

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UNDERSTANDING THE ICONS ON THE TASKBAR

ICON DESCRIPTION SEE ALSO

The USB connection for ActiveSync operation is successfully

established.

 Double-tap it to view status. Tap [Disconnect] if

necessary.

3.2.1 USB

Connection (via

cradle)

The Bluetooth PAN connection fails. (= disconnected)

The Bluetooth PAN connection is successfully established

through the Bluetooth Manager utility.

 Double-tap it to view or renew IP Information.

3.2.4 BTPAN

It provides control of the power to the 802.11b/g and GPRS

modules.

 Double-tap any of these icons to configure the power

setting.

It indicates the GPRS module is enabled.

 See GPRS status icon below.

It indicates the Wi-Fi module (802.11b) is enabled.

 See WLAN1 status icons below.

4.1 Wireless

Power Manager

The GPRS connection has been opened. If it fails, the icon

will be gone. If the icon persists, it means the GPRS

connection is successfully established.

 Double-tap it to view status. Tap [Disconnect] if

necessary.

3.2.2 GPRS

The Wi-Fi connection fails. (= disconnected)

 Double-tap it to access the Wireless Information tab for

establishing a new connection.

The Wi-Fi connection is successfully established.

 Double-tap it to view or renew IP & Wireless Information.

3.2.3 WLAN

It provides access to the Bluetooth services.

 Initially, you need to go to Start > Programs >

BTManager to open the Bluetooth Manager so that this

icon will appear on the taskbar.

4.2 Bluetooth

Manager

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It provides access to the Reader Configuration Utility.

 Initially, you need to double -tap the ReaderConfig

shortcut on the desktop so that this icon will appear on

the taskbar.

Tap it to change the input method. Software Input

Panel (SIP)

Tap it to switch to desktop or any task, such as a running

program or window. Switch Task

It indicates the battery status. The other icons are

1.1.3

Understanding

the Battery icons

It indicates the current input mode of keypad. The other

icons are .

1.3.4 Alpha Key

It indicates the modifier key is enabled. (= function mode) 1.3.5 Function

Key

2.1.3 START MENU

Tap the Start button on the taskbar to open the Start Menu.

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OPTIONS DESCRIPTION

Programs Provides access to available programs in the directory:

\Windows\Programs

Favorites Provides access to your favorites in the directory:

\Windows\Favorites

Documents Provides access to recent opened documents in the directory:

\Windows\Recent

Settings Provides access to  Control Panel

 Network and Dial-up Connections

 Taskbar and Start Menu

Run... Runs a program or application.

Suspend Enters the Suspend mode.

Note: To configure the Start menu and taskbar, go to Start > Settings and select

Taskbar and Start Menu.

2.1.4 INPUT METHODS

Data entry can be performed by the following methods:

 Type with the physical keypad.

 Scan barcode or RFID tag in applications, e.g. WordPad, CipherLab's Application

Generator, etc.

 Tap or write using SIP (Soft Input Panel)

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USING THE SOFT INPUT PANEL (SIP)

Tap the SIP button on the taskbar to select a SIP mode or hide the input panel.

In each mode, the characters appear as typed text on the screen.

OPTIONS DESCRIPTION

Keyboard To type using the virtual keyboard.

Transcriber To write freely on the screen in applications, such as WordPad,

Inbox, etc.

2.2 FINDING OUT THE CAPABILITIES OF YOUR MOBILE COMPUTER

1) Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel and select System to obtain essential system

information.

2) Select the Device Name tab to change the identification for the mobile

computer.

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DEVICE CONFIGURATION CODE

The device configuration of 9400 Mobile Computer is displayed in 5 digits: xxxx-x

Take the screenshot of System Properties below for example. Its device configuration

is “2410-0”, which means the 28-key mobile computer has equipped with the

following parts:

 A scan engine that employs Laser scan engine

 Integrated Bluetooth and Wi-Fi modules and an optional GPRS module

 An RFID reader

DEVICE CODE MODULAR COMPONENT

TYPES

1st digit Reader module 0= none

1= CCD scan engine

2= Laser scan engine

3= 2D scan engine

2nd digit Wireless module 3= Bluetooth + GPRS

4= Bluetooth + 802.11b/g

5= Bluetooth only

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7= Bluetooth + GPRS + 802.11b/g

3rd digit RFID module 0= none

1= RFID reader

4th digit Reserved ---

5th digit Keypad module 0= 28-key

2.3 USING ACTIVESYNC

ActiveSync is used to synchronize information between the 9400 Mobile Computer

and your desktop computer, to install programs on the mobile computer, and to

backup and restore the mobile computer.

The Microsoft ActiveSync program has to be installed on your desktop computer first.

 To download the up-to-date version of the program, you may need to go to

Microsoft's official web site for Windows Mobile devices as shown below.

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/default.mspx

 After downloading and installation, run the program. For detailed information on

the program, you may click the Help menu, and then select the Microsoft

ActiveSync Help.

2.3.1 SYNCHRONIZATION WITH YOUR COMPUTER

1) Follow these instructions for initial ActiveSync operation:

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 Connect the USB cable from the cradle's USB device port ( ) to your

computer.

 Connect the power cable from the cradle to a nearby power outlet.

 Turn on the mobile computer and seat it in the cradle.

2) Your computer will automatically detect the USB device. Click [OK] when the

connection is established.

3) Select which partnership to set up. If you want to synchronize data between the

mobile computer and your personal computer, select Standard Partnership;

otherwise, select Guest Partnership.

4) Wait a few seconds for the mobile computer to get connected (and

synchronized if a Standard Partnership is selected).

Note: (1) For ActiveSync via Bluetooth, refer to the Bluetooth Manager.

(2) We recommend that you have ActiveSync 3.7.1 installed on your

computer because ActiveSync 4.x does not officially support Windows CE 5.0

devices.

2.3.2 ADD/REMOVE PROGRAMS

Click [Add/Remove Programs] from the Tools Menu so that you can proceed to

install a program that is designed to be used on a mobile device running Windows

CE.

If a user program is no longer desired, you may remove it from the system. Click

[Add/Remove Programs] from the Tools Menu so that you can proceed to un-install a

program that is designed to be used on a mobile device running Windows CE.

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ALTERNATIVE TO INSTALL NEW PROGRAMS (COPY & PASTE)

Alternatively, you may install a new program manually.

1) When connected, open the Microsoft ActiveSync window on your desktop

computer.

2) Click the Explorer button from the toolbar.

3) Navigate to the target folder, e.g. the Programs folder, depending on where you

wish to access the program.

4) Navigate through file folders on your computer to find the new program

(.CAB, .EXE, etc.)

5) Right-click the program and select [copy] from the pop-up menu.

6) Back to the target folder in step 3.

Right-click anywhere blank and select [Paste] from the pop-up menu.

7) On the mobile computer, go to Start > Programs and the new program will

appear.

ALTERNATIVE TO REMOVE PROGRAMS (CONTROL PANEL)

Alternatively, you may un-install a new program manually.

1) Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel and select Remove Programs.

2) Tap the name of the program that you want to delete.

3) Tap [Remove].

4) Tap [Yes] to un-install the program.

Note: If the program does not appear in the list of installed programs, you may use

Windows Explorer to locate it. Tap and hold the program to select [Delete]

from the pop-up menu.

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2.3.3 BACKUP/RESTORE

To best protect your work, you should regularly back up information on your mobile

computer. You can perform a backup by during the ActiveSync operation. The

backup file is stored on your desktop computer.

2.4 MANAGING PROGRAMS

2.4.1 QUICK LAUNCH A PROGRAM

Tap the Start button to view the Start Menu. To quick launch a program, tap it from

the Programs folder.

Note: Alternatively, you may tap Start and select Run to run a specific program or

open a document.

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If you wish to quick launch a new program, add it to the Programs folder: My

Device\Windows\Programs. The program will become available in the Start Menu.

To add a new program or subfolder to the Programs folder, you can either use

Windows Explorer or ActiveSync.

 Windows Explorer: to move the program by [Copy] and [Paste Shortcut].

 ActiveSync on the desktop computer: to create a shortcut to the program, and

place the shortcut in the Programs folder.

Warning: To avoid making any changes to the program configurations by

accident, we recommend you to use [Copy] and [Paste Shortcut]

rather than [Cut] and [Paste].

USING WINDOWS EXPLORER TO ADD A PROGRAM TO START MENU

1) Go to Start > Programs and select Windows Explorer.

2) Navigate through file folders to find the program you desire.

3) Tap and hold the program to select [Copy] from the pop-up menu (left below).

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4) Navigate to the Programs folder – My Device\Windows\Programs (right above).

5) Tap and hold anywhere blank on the screen to select [Paste Shortcut] from the

pop-up menu. The new program will be added to the Programs folder.

6) Go to Start > Programs and the new program will appear now.

USING ACTIVESYNC TO ADD A PROGRAM TO START MENU

1) When connected, open the Microsoft ActiveSync window on your desktop

computer.

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2) Click the Explorer button from the toolbar.

3) Navigate through file folders to find the program you desire.

4) Right-click the program and select [Create Shortcut] from the pop-up menu.

5) Right-click the shortcut and select [Cut] from the pop-up menu.

6) Navigate to the Programs folder – My Device\Windows\Programs.

7) Right-click anywhere blank on the window and select [Paste] from the pop-up

menu. The new program will be added to the Programs folder.

8) On the mobile computer, go to Start > Programs and the new program will

appear now.

Note: [Create Shortcut], [Cut], and [Paste]: The same result can be performed by

[Copy] and [Paste Shortcut].

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2.4.2 CREATE A FOLDER

USING WINDOWS EXPLORER TO ADD A NEW FOLDER

1) Go to Start > Programs and select Windows Explorer.

2) Navigate through file folders to find where you wish to create a new folder.

3) Right-click anywhere blank on the window and select [New Folder] from the

pop-up menu.

A subfolder will be created.

USING ACTIVESYNC TO ADD A NEW FOLDER

1) When connected, open the Microsoft ActiveSync window on your desktop

computer.

2) Click the Explorer button from the toolbar.

3) Navigate to the target folder where you wish to create a new folder.

4) Right-click anywhere blank on the window and select [New Folder] from the

pop-up menu.

A subfolder will be created.

2.4.3 SWITCH AMONG PROGRAMS AND DESKTOP

Tap to the right of the taskbar and select a running program.

2.4.4 EXIT A PROGRAM

In general, the system manages memory automatically, and there is no need to exit

a program in order to open another or to conserve memory. However, random

access memory (SDRAM) may be used up when running too many programs. As a

result, it will slow down the operation or cause program errors. In that case, you

should stop one or more running programs to free memory.

In order to use memory in a more efficient way, you are recommended to exit a

program when it is not desired any longer.

Warning: Always remember to save data or settings before you exit a program.

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Tap or to close an active window, a dialog box, or a running application. If

the button is not displayed on the toolbar, press on the physical keypad.

Tap to save the current settings and exit the application (or minimize the

window in some applications). If the button is not displayed on the toolbar, press

on the physical keypad.

Note: Some programs, such as the Reader Configuration Utility (94ReaderCfg.exe),

may create an associated icon on the taskbar. You may tap the icon and

select [Exit] from the pop-up menu.

2.5 SYSTEM RESET & AUTO RUN

Reset the mobile computer when it stops responding to input.

 Software Reset: Simply press the [Reset] button.

 Hardware Reset: Press the [Reset] button and at the same time.

Warning: Never perform a hardware reset unless a software reset cannot solve

your problems.

2.5.1 SOFTWARE RESET (WARM REBOOT)

A software reset, also known as a warm boot, will restart the mobile computer and

keep all the saved files. To perform a software reset, use the stylus to press the [Reset]

button.

During operation, the removal of main battery will start a software reset too.

Warning: Data loss may occur when files are not properly closed before a

software reset.

2.5.2 HARDWARE RESET (COLD REBOOT)

A hardware reset, also known as a cold boot, will restart the mobile computer too.

However, it performs a full restore of the mobile computer to its factory settings and

initializes SDRAM. To perform a hardware reset, press and [Reset] button at the

same time. Data and program files stored in SDRAM will be erased after a hardware

reset. But you can restore data that is previously synchronized with your computer by

performing an ActiveSync operation.

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Warning: Only the files stored in the Flash File System are retained during a

hardware reset.

2.5.3 AUTO RUN

Upon a hardware or software reset, the OS shall automatically execute AutoRun.exe

and/or AutoRun.ini if any of the two files can be found in the “\DiskOnChip” folder or

on SD card.

IF AUTORUN.EXE EXISTS

 Upon cold boot, the OS shall automatically execute AutoRun.exe

 Upon warm boot, the OS shall automatically execute AutoRun.exe

IF AUTORUN.INI EXISTS

 Upon cold boot, the OS shall automatically check the contents of AutoRun.ini

and execute them (if there is any).

Any line prefixed with a semicolon “;” is supposed to be a comment line only;

otherwise it is an executable file or command and shall be executed (line by line).

 Upon warm boot, the OS shall automatically check the contents of AutoRun.ini

and execute any line that is prefixed with a colon “:”.

Any line prefixed with a semicolon “;” is supposed to be a comment line only.

2.6 UPDATING OS IMAGE

The OS update utility is available on the CD-ROM. To re-install or update the OS

image on your mobile computer, run the program "DLDR.exe" on the desktop of your

computer.

Warning: The OS update should be performed with great caution because

everything on the mobile computer will be erased. Backup

user-installed applications and files to your computer first only.

1) Install Microsoft ActiveSync on your computer. For initial ActiveSync operation,

refer to section 2.3 Using ActiveSync for details.

Now, you must disable the ActiveSync operation as shown below.

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2) Run DLDR.exe on your computer.

3) Press [Reset] + to perform a hardware reset on 9400.

4) Press + simultaneously in three seconds so that 9400 can enter the

"Download" mode.

5) Seat 9400 in the cradle.

6) Press on 9400 to start image update.

It will take approximately 5 minutes to update the image. A message will be

displayed on the mobile computer to indicate the OS update is completed

successfully.

7) Wait a few seconds for a software reset will be performed automatically.

8) Press [Reset] + to perform a hardware reset on 9400 again.

Warning: Do not press any key on the mobile computer while updating OS

image. Once the OS update is completed, you cannot reload any

older image.

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In this chapter, a brief on the system settings is provided for your reference.

Note: User settings are stored in SDRAM and will be overwritten by the system

defaults after a hardware reset. However, you can use the CipherLab Backup

Utility to backup the current registry for restore purpose.

IN THIS CHAPTER

3.1 Changing System Settings .................................................... 53

3.2 Changing Connection Settings ........................................... 56

3.1 CHANGING SYSTEM SETTINGS

Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel.

ITEMS DESCRIPTION

In the [Accessibility] dialog box, you may use these options to customize

the way an external keyboard, display, or mouse functions. Many of

these features are useful to people without disabilities

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 Keyboard tab: Select StickyKeys to enable simultaneous keystrokes

while pressing one key at a time; select ToggleKeys to emit sounds

when certain locking keys are pressed.

 Sound tab: Select SoundSentry to provide visual warnings for system

sounds.

 Display tab: Select High Contrast to improve screen contrast with

alternative colors.

 Mouse tab: Select MouseKeys to enable the keyboard to perform

mouse functions

 General tab: Select Automatic Reset if you wish to turn off

accessibility features after a specific period of time; select

Notification if you wish to hear a sound when turning a feature on or

off.

In the [Certificates] dialog box, you may view or modify digital

certificates that some application use to establish trust for secure

connections.

In the [Date/Time] dialog box, you may change date, time, and time

zone settings.

In the [Dialing Properties] dialog box, you may configure settings for

modem communications, such as the GPRS modem.

In the [Display Properties] dialog box,

 Background tab: Select an image for the background.

 Appearance tab: Select a desired color scheme for windows, dialog

boxes, and items.

 Backlight tab: Specify for how long the mobile computer is idle and

then the backlight will be automatically turned off while on battery

power and external power (in the charging cradle) respectively. Tap

the [Advanced] button to move the slider and adjust the brightness

of the LCD backlight when it is set to be automatically turned on

once a key is pressed or you tap the touch screen.

In the [Input Panel Properties] dialog box, you may configure how the

Soft Input Panel (SIP) works.

In the [Internet Options] dialog box, you may configure how the mobile

computer connects to the Internet.

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Connect an external keyboard to the cradle via the USB Host port.

In the [Keyboard Properties] dialog box, you may configure settings for

character repeat.

Connect a mouse to the cradle via the USB Host port.

In the [Mouse Properties] dialog box, you may configure and test your

double-click settings.

In the [Network and Dial-up Connections] window, you may configure

settings for the mobile computer connects to a network directly or

through a modem. Alternatively, you may tap Start > Settings > Network

and Dial-up Connections.

 USB Connection (via USB device port on the cradle)

 GPRS (through a GPRS modem)

 WLAN (via 802.11b/g)

 BTPAN (via Bluetooth)

In the [Owner Properties] dialog box,

 Identification/Notes tab: Type your contact information or notes.

 Network ID tab: Type the user name, password, and domain name

used to log on to the remote network.

In the [Password Properties] dialog box, you may apply password

protection to limit access to the mobile computer.

In the [PC Connection Properties] dialog box, you may disable the direct

connection between the mobile computer and a desktop computer.

 By default, the mobile computer is enabled to directly connect to a

desktop computer via the cradle's USB port. Alternatively, you may

tap Start > Settings > Network and Dial-up Connections and select

USB Connection.

 You may change to use Bluetooth if ActiveSync via Bluetooth has

been enabled in the Bluetooth Manager

In the [Power Properties] dialog box,

 Battery tab: You may view the current status of main and backup

batteries.

 Schemes tab: You may configure the power scheme and switching.

 Device Status tab: You may view the devices that are consuming

power.

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In the [Regional and Language Settings] dialog box,

 Region tab: You may customize the appearance and formatting to

your geographic region.

 Language tab: By default, it is set to English (United States).

 Input tab: By default, it is set to English (United States)-US.

In the [Remove Programs] dialog box, you may remove any program

that is installed earlier.

In the [Storage Properties] dialog box,

 Storage Manager tab: You may reformat the available storage

device, either the DiskOnChip folder or storage card. Actions include

"Dismount the storage device", "Format the storage device", and "Set

up disk partitions". The Storage Manager is for the use of system

administrators only.

In the [Stylus Properties] dialog box,

 Double-Tap tab: You may configure and test your double-tap

settings.

 Calibration tab: You may need to re-calibrate the touch screen if it is

not responding properly to your taps.

In the [System Properties] dialog box,

 General tab: You may view the system information.

 Memory tab: You may move the slider and adjust the SDRAM

allocation.

 Device Name tab: You may type a name and description for

identifying the mobile computer.

 Copyrights tab: You may view the important statements on

copyrights.

Client access licenses (CALs) issued by the Terminal Server license server

allow clients to connect to the terminal server.

Use Remote Desktop Connection to log onto a Windows Terminal Server

or a computer remotely. You may access all of the programs, files, and

network resources on the remote host or terminal server.

In the [Volume & Sounds Properties] dialog box,

 Volume tab: You may move the slider and adjust the volume and

select to play sounds for Events, Applications or Notifications.

 Sounds tab: You may configure sounds for different Windows events.

3.2 CHANGING CONNECTION SETTINGS

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There are two ways to access the connections settings:

 Go to Start > Settings > Control Panel and select Network and Dial-up

Connections.

 Go to Start > Settings > Network and Dial-up Connections.

CONNECTION

S DESCRIPTION SEE ALSO

This is a shortcut to USB Connection, and the

selected interface is USB for factory setting.

This connection is reflected in the control

panel for direct PC connection.

Start > Settings > Control

Panel > /

This is a shortcut to GPRS connection. Note

that the power to the GPRS module must be

turned on through the Wireless Power

Manager for establishing a connection.

This is the control of 802.11b module for

wireless local area networking (WLAN)

connection, which is disabled by default.

This is the control of Bluetooth module for

wireless personal area networking (WPAN)

connection, which is not available until the

Bluetooth Manager is executed.

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CONNECTION

S DESCRIPTION SEE ALSO

Tap this button to open the Connection

menu. The available options depend on the

connection you select.

Tap this button to toggle on/off the

connection you select. The toggle is used

for Enable/Disable or Connect/Disconnect.

Tap this button to delete the connection

you select.

Tap this button to view the properties of the

connection you select.

Tap and hold the icon of

a desired connection

type. Then, select an

option from its

associated menu.

3.2.1 USB CONNECTION

The USB connection is specifically for performing the ActiveSync operation via the

cradle. Generally, it will automatically establish the connection and start the

ActiveSync operation when you seat the mobile computer in the cradle. To stop the

ActiveSync operation, simply remove the mobile computer.

Tap and hold "USB Connection". The pop-up menu provides a number of options.

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Note: Please ignore [Properties] as the associated settings will not take effect.

STATUS - DISCONNECT

If you want to stop the ActiveSync operation without removing the mobile computer

from the cradle, select [Status] and tap [Disconnect]. Alternatively, you may

double-tap from the taskbar and tap [Disconnect].

 When connected, the status icon will appear on the taskbar.

 When disconnected, this icon will disappear.

3.2.2 GPRS

Tap and hold "GPRS". The pop-up menu provides a number of options.

Refer to section 1.7.2 Inserting the SIM Card.

CONNECT/DISCONNECT

1) Turn on the power to the GPRS module through the Wireless Power Manager. Its

associated icon on the taskbar will become .

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2) If the default PIN code does not match the one of your SIM card, the SIM PIN

CODE dialog box (above) will appear to request the correct PIN code. You will

have two chances to enter the correct PIN code.

Note: The PIN verification on the mobile computer only allows two attempts because

the system will always process the default number first ("1234" for factory

setting). Unless it matches the PIN code of your SIM card, you will have to

manually input the correct PIN code. If you succeed, the PIN code you input

will overwrite the factory setting and become the default PIN code. If you fail

two times, the PIN will be blocked.

3) Go to Start > Settings > Network and Dial-up Connections. Tap and hold "GPRS" to

select [Connect] from the pop-up menu. If your dial-up configuration is correct,

simply tap the [Connect] button in the Dial-Up Connection dialog box. If you

need to configure the dial-up settings, tap the [Dial Properties] button.

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Alternatively, you may go to Start > Settings > Control Panel and select Dialing.

4) After you tap the [Connect] button, the GPRS status will go through opening port,

user authenticated, device connected until it is connected finally.

The status icon will appear on the taskbar to indicate the GPRS connection is

established successfully. If you want to disconnect, double-tap the icon and tap

the [Disconnect] button.

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GPRS PROPERTIES

When selected, you can configure the GPRS properties. Once the SIM card is

inserted, the default GPRS modem will appear as shown below. Tap [Configure].

Select the Call Options tab. The special modem commands inserted into the dial

string must be [+CGDCONT=1,,"AP name"]. For example, change "INTERNET" below to

the name of your GPRS AP.

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3.2.3 WLAN

Tap and hold "WLAN1". The pop-up menu provides a number of options.

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CONNECT/DISCONNECT

Turn on the power to the 802.11b/g module through the Wireless Power Manager.

Wait a few seconds for the mobile computer to automatically connect to the

preferred network you have configured.

CONNECTION

ICONS DESCRIPTION

By default, the 802.11b/g module is disabled. No status icon.

Enable the 802.11b/g module through the Wireless Power

Manager. The icon on the taskbar will become , and the

status icon will appear.

When successfully connecting to an access point or other Wi-Fi

enabled device, the status icon will become .

Note: By default, DHCP is enabled. Instead of using DHCP, select [Properties] and

specify a static IP address to the mobile computer. Only change these settings

according to your network administrator's instructions.

INITIAL CONNECTION

1) For initial connection, turn on the power to the 802.11b/g module through the

Wireless Power Manager first.

2) Double-tap on the taskbar.

3) Select an available network and tap [Connect].

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Otherwise, you may double-tap [Add New...] and add a new network option.

 For more network settings, tap [Advanced] on the Wireless Information tab.

 If you need to change the network settings, double-tap the selected network,

and the Wireless Properties dialog box appears for configuration.

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RSSI TRIGGER

RSSI stands for Received Signal Strength Indication. Use an RSSI value to determine

when it comes below a certain threshold at which point the mobile computer will

seamlessly switch the network connection, for example, while moving in and out of

range between different access points. Select [Adaptive Connection] and pick up a

suitable value.

Cancel the selection of [Adaptive Connection] when you are using a third-party

application capable of configuring the switching itself in order to maintain a

constant connection to the network.

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3.2.4 BTPAN

Tap and hold "BTPAN1". The pop-up menu provides a number of options.

ENABLE/DISABLE

CONNECTION

ICONS DESCRIPTION

This is the control of Bluetooth module for wireless personal area

networking (WPAN) connection, which is not available until the

Bluetooth Manager is executed. When enabled, the status icon

will become .

Tap and hold "BTPAN1" to select [Disable] from the pop-up menu.

The status icon will disappear.

Note: By default, DHCP is enabled. Instead of using DHCP, select [Properties] and

specify a static IP address to the mobile computer. Only change these settings

according to your network administrator's instructions.

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The 9400 Mobile Computer provides several utilities and key applications which are

made accessible from the desktop or the taskbar.

 Wireless Power Manager lets you determine whether the power is supplied to the

GPRS or WLAN module, along with its associated driver installed.

 Bluetooth Manager lets you configure the Bluetooth settings and use the

Bluetooth services provided on the remote devices.

 94ReaderCfg lets you manage the barcode or RFID reader.

 Inbox lets you send and receive e-mail by connecting to a POP3 or IMAP4 server.

 Backup Utility lets you manipulate the way to backup programs and data.

 Button Assignment Utility lets you assign a specific button as a hot key for

launching a program or performing a certain action.

IN THIS CHAPTER

4.1 Wireless Power Manager....................................................... 72

4.2 Bluetooth Manager................................................................ 73

4.3 Reader Configuration Utility.................................................. 86

4.4 Inbox ......................................................................................... 90

4.5 Backup Utility........................................................................... 95

4.6 Button Assignment Utility ..................................................... 103

Chapter 4

USING APPLICATIONS

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4.1 WIRELESS POWER MANAGER

Wireless Power Manager is a control panel applet, which allows you to choose and

enable 802.11b/g or GPRS card.

Note: Meanwhile, you may enable Bluetooth connectivity through the Bluetooth

Manager.

1) Double-tap the associated icon on the taskbar to run Wireless Power

Manager.

2) Select the wireless connectivity you desire, and then tap .

It takes several seconds to turn on the power to the wireless module and install

the driver. When both GPRS and 802.11b/g are enabled on battery power, the

main battery charge will drop down substantially.

Double-tap any of the following icons to access power management.

The icon indicates that GPRS Power is turned on.

The icon indicates that 802.11b/g Power is turned on.

Note: You may need to turn off the wireless power or simply stop the wireless signals

at times, in order to conserve battery power, or in situations where the use of

radio is prohibited, such as on airplanes, in hospitals, etc.

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4.2 BLUETOOTH MANAGER

Bluetooth Manager is a utility that helps you access and manage the available

Bluetooth services efficiently.

4.2.1 BLUETOOTH PROFILES SUPPORTED

The supported Bluetooth profiles are:

 Serial Port Profile (SPP)

 Object Push Profile (OPP)

 File Transfer Profile (FTP)

 Dial-Up Networking Profile (DUN)

 Synchronization Profile (SP)

 PAN Service Profile (PAN)

 Human Interface Device Profile (HID)

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4.2.2 BLUETOOTH TOOLBAR

BUTTONS DESCRIPTION SEE

ALSO

Tap this button to view shortcuts to preferred Bluetooth services,

which may be provided on different Bluetooth devices. Then tap

a desired Bluetooth service to establish a quick link.

You will have to make a connection and created a shortcut to a

specific Bluetooth service first.

Tap this button to view the Bluetooth devices discovered during

this session.

 If you tap the button for the first time, it will start the inquiry

process to discover nearby Bluetooth devices.

Tap this button to view the Bluetooth services provided.

 By default, these services are all available, and therefore,

displayed along with a plug icon " ".

 To view properties of a service, tap and hold it to select

[Properties] from the pop-up menu.

 To disable a service, tap and hold it to select [Stop].

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Serial Port

Properties If "Auto Server COM Port" is enabled, the COM port providing

Serial Port service will be assigned automatically (COM6 by

default).

If "Auto Server COM Port" is disabled, you can select a COM port

by following these steps:

File

Transfer

Properties

You can change the FTP folder.

 By default, uploading files to the mobile computer is allowed.

You can cancel the check box to prohibit uploading.

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Object

Push

Properties

You can change the Bluetooth exchange folder.

Tap this button to view Bluetooth properties.

General

tab It displays device name, MAC address, as well as the device type.

If you wish to change the device name of the mobile computer,

go to Start > Settings > Control Panel and select System.

Security

tab

 Authentication Setting: It is disabled by default. When

enabled, PIN code is required.

 Discoverability: It is set discoverable by default. If you do not

wish to provide Bluetooth services to other remote devices,

cancel the check box.

 Default PIN: It is disabled by default. You may set a link key to

skip the PIN code input.

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Options

tab

 Start minimized: When selected, once you run the Bluetooth

Manager program, its window will be minimized to an icon

on the taskbar, which serves as a toggle to open or close the

Bluetooth Manager window. It works the same as the

"Minimized" button below.

 Auto Client COM Port: When enabled, the default COM port

for remote Serial Port service will be assigned automatically.

When disabled, you can select a COM port.

 Auto Server COM Port: When enabled, the COM port for local

Serial Port service will be assigned automatically.

Tap this button and tap [Connect via Cradle] to stop ActiveSync

via Bluetooth.

Tap this button to minimize the Bluetooth Manager window.

Tap this button to exit the Bluetooth Manager.

Tap this button to stop inquiring.

Tap this button to refresh the device list.

When using the File Transfer service on a remote device, you can

tap this button to move up one level if a subfolder exists.

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Tap this button to view the Bluetooth profiles supported -

 SPP for Serial Port Profile

 OPP for Object Push Profile

 FTP for File Transfer Profile

 DUN for Dial-Up Networking Profile (supports Client only)

Note that the mobile computer also supports the following profiles

 PAN Service Profile

 Human Interface Device (HID) Profile

4.2.3 STARTING BLUETOOTH SERVICES

1) Go to Start > Programs > BTManager to open the Bluetooth Manager.

2) It takes several seconds to enable the Bluetooth services. The associated icon

will appear on the taskbar. Meanwhile, the LED on the mobile computer will turn

blue.

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STOPPING BLUETOOTH SERVICES

You may need to stop using the Bluetooth services, in order to conserve battery

power, or in situations where the use of radio is prohibited, such as on airplanes, in

hospitals, etc.

 Tap on the toolbar of the window to stop all Bluetooth connections and exit

the application. The LED on the mobile computer will go off.

 When the Bluetooth window is minimized, tap on the taskbar to maximize the

window.

4.2.4 DISCOVERING BLUETOOTH DEVICES

Tap to discover nearby Bluetooth devices, and it will list the discovered

devices.

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4.2.5 PAIRING

When authentication is enabled on the target device, you will have to pair with it

before starting a connection.

1) From the device list, tap and hold the desired device to select [Pair] from the

pop-up menu. (left below)

2) Enter the PIN code that is specified on the remote device. (right above)

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3) Once paired successfully, the paired device will be displayed along with a lock

icon " ".

UNPAIR DEVICES

To unpair with a device from the device list, you will have to tap and hold the

desired device to select [Unpair] from the pop-up menu.

Note: The mobile computer must be unpaired on the remote device as well. (Both

devices must be unpaired!)

4.2.6 CONNECTING

1) From the device list above, double-tap a device to find out the available

Bluetooth services.

2) Tap and hold a desired Bluetooth service, e.g. Serial Port Service, to select

[Connect] from the pop-up menu. Once the connection has been established,

the connected service will be displayed along with a plug icon " ".

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3) If you wish to add a service to the Q_Link list for establishing a quick connection in

the future, tap and hold the service to select [Create Shortcut] from the pop-up

menu.

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BLUETOOTH ACTIVESYNC

For ActiveSync via Bluetooth, tap and hold Serial Port Service to select [Connect to

Activesync] from the pop-up menu. It uses COM8 to connect to your computer by

default.

To stop ActiveSync via Bluetooth, tap and then tap [Connect via Cradle].

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USING SERIAL PORT SERVICE

Tap and hold Serial Port Service to select [Connect] from the pop-up menu. If "Auto

Client COM Port" is disabled in , you will need to select a COM port. Once the

connection has been established, the connected service will be displayed along

with a plug icon " ".

USING OBJECT PUSH SERVICE

1) Tap and hold the Object Push service.

2) Select [Push file] to send a file or PIM item, e.g. a business card. (left below)

3) Choose the file you wish to send. (right below)

4) The mobile computer will start transferring the file.

USING FILE TRANSFER SERVICE

1) Tap and hold the File Transfer service.

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2) Select [Connect] (and assign COM port if necessary).

3) Tap and hold anywhere blank to select [Add file] from the pop-up menu.

4) Choose the file you wish to upload to the remote device.

5) The mobile computer will start transferring the file.

6) To download a file from the remote device, tap and hold a desired file to select

[Get file] from the pop-up menu.

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4.3 READER CONFIGURATION UTILITY

The Reader Configuration Utility is the control applet and tool to manage the

barcode and RFID readers integrated on the mobile computer.

1) Go to Start > Programs > 94ReaderConfig to open the Reader Configuration Utility.

The associated icon will appear on the taskbar.

2) Tap and hold the icon to access the menu that allows you to choose and

enable one or both of the readers. There will be a check mark in front of the

reader if it is enabled.

If the RFID Reader is installed, the option will be available.

3) To meet your application requirements, proceed to configure associated reader

settings as well as barcode settings.

Note: (1) The 94ReaderCfg applet will automatically detect the reader module(s)

that is currently installed in the mobile computer.

(2) If you wish to reload the default settings, delete the

ReaderCfgINI.txt file in DiskOnChip.

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4.3.1 BARCODE READER SETTINGS

The barcode reader configurations depend on the scan engine(s) installed. You can

tell which reader is currently in use and make necessary changes on the General

tab.

BARCODE READER DESCRIPTION

CCD/Laser

Reader If enabled, tap the [Barcode Reader] button to configure the

reader settings for CCD or Laser scan engine.

 Refer to the Reader Settings Table in Appendix II – CCD/Laser

Scan Engine.

2D Reader The 2D scan engine is capable of reading linear and 2D

barcodes.

If enabled, tap the [Barcode Reader] button to configure the

reader settings for 2D scan engine.

 Refer to the Reader Settings Table in Appendix III – 2D Scan

Engine.

4.3.2 RFID READER SETTINGS

If the RFID scan engine is present, configurable options will be displayed.

Note: Because it is possible to read barcode and RFID tag at the same time, it is

recommended that only one scan engine is enabled at a time to prevent

from misreading.

Some RFID tags support both read/write operations, on a page-by-page basis. You

may find it necessary to define your own read/write operation. For reference only,

the table below lists the start page for read/write operation on a number of RFID

tags.

START PAGE TAG TYPE

-1 Start from byte 0 of the default page (see below) for all tags

3 Mifare Ultralight (ISO 14443A)

4 SR176 (ISO 14443B)

3 ICODE SLI (ISO 15693)

0 LRI512 (ISO 15693)

3 SRF55VxxP (ISO 15693)

0 EM4135 (ISO 15693)

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0 Tag-it HF-I (ISO 15693)

0 Others (ISO 15693)

5 ICODE (Phillips)

Note: Please refer to the specifications of your RFID tags for memory organization.

READ OPERATION

By default, the RFID tag is read from byte 0 of the default page. However, the default

page, amount of bytes and number of pages of each tag may be different. Specify

how many bytes of data you want to read from the tag.

Generally, the read data is user data obtained from the user block. If you are sure

that the data is to be read from a non-user block, such as the lock block, you need

to select the check box of [Display hex values] first.

WRITE OPERATION

Type the string that you want to write to a tag. By default, the string is written to the

tag from byte 0 of the default page. However, the default page, amount of bytes

and number of pages of each tag may be different. Therefore, the input string will

automatically be truncated to fit into pages, and data may be discarded when it

comes to the end of pages available.

Generally, it will write the input string to the user block, which is free for custom use.

The string will be displayed as “user data”. If you wish to write the string to a non-user

block, such as the lock block, you need to select the check box of [Use hex values]

first.

Once you have selected to use hex values for the string, make sure the string length

must be even. For example, if you want to write 0x0A, 0x0B and 0x00 to a tag, the

string you input must be “0A0B00” instead of “AB0”.

4.3.3 DATA OUTPUT

Tap the [Data Output] button on the General tab to choose from the three options

for data output after decoding as well as configure associated settings

DATA OUTPUT DEFAULT

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Keyboard

Emulation Data is emulated as typed text and sent to the active

Window.

 Simply run your application or Pocket PC built-in

program, such as Pocket Excel, to start with data

collection.

Enable

Windows

Message When selected, a Windows message will be

broadcasted after decoding.

 Intercept the decode message in your application.

 Call Windows API (ReadMsgQueue) in your

application to retrieve the decoded data.

Disable

Windows

Event When selected, a Windows event will be broadcasted

after decoding.

 Intercept the decode event in your application.

 Call Windows API (ReadMsgQueue) in your

application to retrieve the decoded data.

Disable

Note: (1) Refer to 9400 Programming Guide for details on Windows Message and

Windows Event. Sample programs are provided by request.

(2) For the use of a different program rather than 94ReaderCfg,

a dynamic-link library (DLL) file is provided.

Auto ENTER This function can spare you the trouble of pressing the

[Enter] key on the mobile computer to confirm each

scan. It will automatically add an ENTER character in

front or to the end of one scan.

 No

 Scan + ENTER (time-saving)

 ENTER + Scan (efficient for continuous scanning)

Scan +

ENTER

Auto ENTER

Character *Auto ENTER must be enabled.

 None

 Carriage Return

 Tab

 Space

 Comma

 Semicolon

Carriage

Return

Prefix String 0~10 characters NULL

Suffix String 0~10 characters NULL

Display

Code Type Select the check box to display the code type after

decoding a barcode. Disabled

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Display

Code Length Select the check box to display the code length after

decoding a barcode. Disabled

Display RFID

UID Select the check box to display UID after decoding an

RFID tag. Enabled

Display RFID

User Data Select the check box to display user data after

decoding an RFID tag. Disabled

Use Delimiter

to separate

UID from

data

Decide whether or not to use a delimiter to separate

UID from user data when decoding an RFID tag. Disabled

4.3.4 BEEPER / VIBRATOR

Tap the [Beeper / Vibrator] button on the General tab to configure associated

settings.

BEEPER / VIBRATOR DEFAULT

Good Read

Beep Mute, or Sound 1~9 Sound 1

Warning

Beep Mute, or Sound 1~9 Sound 2

Vibration

Duration 0~30 (sec.)

 0 = Disable the vibrator 0 (= Disable)

4.3.5 SYMBOLOGY SETTINGS

For barcode settings, tap the Symbologies tab.

 Refer to Appendix I – Scan Engine Settings for the symbologies or RFID tags

supported by a scan engine.

 Refer to the Symbology Settings Table in Appendix II – CCD/Laser Scan Engine.

 Refer to the Symbology Settings Table in Appendix III – 2D Scan Engine.

4.4 INBOX

You can send and receive e-mail by connecting to a POP3 or IMAP4 server. Inbox

provides an e-mail service for each method you use.

In addition, you can synchronize the e-mail messages in Inbox with either Microsoft

Outlook or Microsoft Exchange Server on your computer through the default

ActiveSync mail service.

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4.4.1 CREATING AN E-MAIL BOX

1) Go to Start > Programs > Inbox to open the Inbox application.

Tap and drag the toolbar handle to move it under the menu bar.

2) Select Services > Options from the menu bar. (left below)

3) Tap and drag the dialog box to show the right edge. Tap [Add] to create an

e-mail service.

4) In the Service Name dialog box, select POP3 Mail or IMAP4 Mail for the service

type. (right below) Change the name of e-mail service if necessary. Tap [OK].

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5) Proceed with the POP3 or IMAP4 Mail Service Definition (from 1/3 to 3/3).

 GPRS: Send and Receive e-mail through GPRS connection.

 Network Connection: Send and Receive e-mail through Ethernet, 802.11b/g or

Bluetooth PAN connection.

 USB Connection: Send and Receive e-mail through USB connection via the

cradle.

6) After you have successfully created an e-mail service, you may start using it now.

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TOOLBAR

BUTTON DESCRIPTION SEE ALSO

Compose a new message Compose > New

Message

Reply to sender Compose > Reply to

Sender

Reply to all Compose > Reply to All

Forward this message Compose > Forward

Delete this message File > Delete

Synchronize folders (multiple mailboxes for IMAP4)

Services > Synchronize

Folders

Send and receive mail manually Services > Send/Receive

Mail

Connect or disconnect

 When connected, it will send and receive mail

automatically.

Services > Connect

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4.4.2 SYNCHRONIZING INBOX

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When you seat the mobile computer in the cradle and connect it to your computer

for the first time, ActiveSync 3.7.1 will guide you through setting up a partnership

between the mobile computer and your desktop computer. Refer to ActiveSync with

a Computer.

Select the check box of Inbox as shown above, and click [Settings] to configure it.

Note: ActiveSync 4.x does not support Inbox Synchronization. We recommend that

you have ActiveSync 3.7.1 installed on your computer.

4.5 BACKUP UTILITY

The CipherLab Backup Utility is provided to help you easily make copies of data and

restore your mobile computer's specific registry settings, install applications, user data,

etc.

 Find out your OS version: go to Start > Settings > Control Panel and select System.

Select the Device Name tab.

You may use the backups (.bkp) for these purposes:

 Full Restore Operation

Backup all necessary files here (you don't have to select "Registry") so that you

can restore your mobile computer to an operational state following a disaster.

 Partial Restore Operation

Backup a few specific files here so that you can restore small numbers of files after

you have deleted them by accident or found them corrupted.

 Easy Cloning

Backup everything (including "Registry") necessary for cloning other 9400 Mobile

Computers.

Now go to Start > Programs > BackupUtility to open the CipherLab Backup Utility.

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4.5.1 MANAGING THE REGISTRY

If you are using this backup utility for the first time, you must manually save the system

registry to the DiskOnChip folder first! Tap [Save] now to save the current system

registry to "\DiskOnChip\Sysbak\Registry.dat".

Warning: As long as you make any changes to the system configurations and

settings, you must tap [Save] to update the system registry here.

Otherwise, it will reload the old registry values in use after a cold boot.

If you wish to reset the current system configurations and settings to defaults, tap

[Reset] to delete the current system registry "\DiskOnChip\Sysbak\Registry.dat". It will

then reload the default registry values after a cold boot.

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4.5.2 GETTING READY FOR BACKING UP FILES

Tap the Backup tab and it will automatically start scanning the file system. Within a

few minutes, it will generate a list for the backup operation.

IF THE ITEMS "WIFI" AND "REGISTRY" ARE NOT LISTED...

This means no Registry.dat and Wifi.dat are found in "\DiskOnChip\Sysbak\". Take

necessary steps before you tap [Refresh] to refresh the list of available items.

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 WiFi - Turn on the power to the 802.11b/g module through the Wireless Power

Manager, and then select an available network to connect.

 Registry - Go to the Registry tab and tap [Save].

Warning: You may not be able to backup all data when programs are still

running! It is suggested that you exit all the applications before backup.

4.5.3 BACKING UP FILES

1) Select the items you wish to backup, and tap [Backup].

2) Tap if you need to save the backup to a different directory or file name

(.bkp).

By default, it will save the selected items to the DiskOnChip folder by the current

date - the format of filename is "Backup_(4-digit year)(2-digit month)(2-digit

date)".

3) Tap [Start] to pack all the selected items into one .bkp file.

4) Once the backup process is completed, tap [Report] to view the log file if

necessary.

5) Tap [OK] to close the current window.

Note: If you wish to backup files to this new directory or file name in future runs, you

must tap on the toolbar to save the current settings and exit the

application.

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4.5.4 USING BACKUPS FOR RESTORE

After the backup operation, tap the Restore tab and specify how to use these

backups for automatic or manual restore operation.

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FILE MANIPULATION

Tap [Refresh] to refresh the list of available backups. If a backup file is not desired

any more, select it and tap [Delete].

AUTO RESTORE

Select a desired backup file from the list and tap [AutoRestore]. It will prefix an

asterisk to the selected file, indicating the specific file will be used in the restore

process that starts automatically right after a cold boot.

Note: For the Auto Restore setting to take effect, you must tap on the toolbar to

save the current settings and exit the application.

MANUAL RESTORE

 Full Restore Operation

1. Select a desired backup file from the list.

2. Tap [Restore].

3. Tap [Start] to run the restore process.

4. Once the restore process is completed, you will be asked to perform a warm

boot. Tap [No] if you wish to warm boot later. You may tap [Report] to view

the log file if necessary.

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 Partial Restore Operation

1. Double-tap a desired backup file from the list.

2. Select the desired items.

3. Tap [Restore].

4. Tap [Start] to run the restore process.

5. Once the restore process is completed, you will be asked to perform a warm

boot. Tap [No] if you wish to warm boot later. You may tap [Report] to view

the log file if necessary.

Warning: You must perform a warm boot after the restore operation!

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4.6 BUTTON ASSIGNMENT UTILITY

The CipherLab Button Assignment Utility allows the following keys to be re-defined as

another key or to serve as a shortcut key for launching a specific program.

 P1 and P2 on the keypad (Programmable key 1 & key 2)

 SCAN key on the keypad

 Side triggers on each side of the touch screen – Left-Up, Left-Down, Right-Up, and

Right-Down keys

Note: By default, the four side triggers are programmed to serve as ENTER keys

(upper ones) as well as SCAN keys (lower ones).

Now go to Start > Programs > Buttons to open the CipherLab Button Assignment

Utility.

1) Tap the label of one of these seven keys.

For example, tap [Left Up] to configure the upper-left side trigger.

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2) You may assign one of the following key values to the upper-left side trigger or

have it serve as a shortcut key to launch a specific program.

 Enter

 Scan

 Esc

 Delete

 Backspace

 Space

 Tab

 F1 ~ F12

3) Tap [OK] for the change to take effect.

4) Tap on the toolbar to save the current settings and exit the application.

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PLATFORM, PROCESSOR & MEMORY

OPERATING SYSTEM

Microsoft Windows CE 5.0

CPU

Intel PXA270 at 520 MHz

MEMORY

ROM 128 MB non-volatile NAND flash memory

RAM 128 MB on-board SDRAM memory

 Ordering Option - 64 MB on-board SDRAM memory

Expansion Slot One miniSD card slot for inserting memory card, optional

COMMUNICATIONS & DATA CAPTURE

COMMUNICATIONS

USB via Cradle USB 1.1 Specification

Host port (type-A) / Device port (type-B)

WPAN Built-in module for Bluetooth Class 2 connectivity

WLAN Built-in module for 802.11b/g networking

WWAN  Ordering Option - built-in module for GPRS/EDGE

Quad-Band - 900, 1800 MHz (Europe); 850, 1900 MHz (U.S.)

DATA & IMAGE CAPTURE

Digital Camera 2 mega-pixel CMOS type

Barcode Reader Ordering options

include

 CCD (linear imager)

 Standard Laser

 2D Imager

RFID Reader Frequency 13.56 MHz

SPECIFICATIONS

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ELECTRICAL CHARACTERISTICS

BATTERIES

Main Battery Pack Rechargeable Li-ion battery – 3.7 V, 1800 mAh

Backup Battery Rechargeable Lithium battery – 3.7 V, 70 mAh

Data retention for at least 20 hours

POWER ADAPTER

For Cradle AC 110/220 V (Input) to DC 6 V, 3.3 A (Output)

For 4-Slot Battery

Charger AC 110/220 V (Input) to DC 6 V, 6 A (Output)

WORKING TIME (LASER, ONE SCAN PER 5 SECONDS)

Batch Mode with

backlight 10 hours

Wi-Fi Mode with

backlight 8 hours

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS

COLOR TOUCH SCREEN DISPLAY

Display 3.5” Transflective TFT-LCD, 65536 colors

Resolution QVGA (320 × 240 pixels)

KEYPAD

Layout 28 keys for alphanumeric layout

 Ordering Option –QWERTY keypad

Backlight White LED backlight for display and keypad

NOTIFICATIONS

Status LED Triple-color LED – Red / Green / Blue

Audio Mono speaker integrated

Headset jack – 2.5 mm DIA stereo earphone jack with

microphone input

 Bluetooth headset supported

Vibrator 9000 ± 2000 RPM, Max. 50 dB

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ENCLOSURES

Materials Rubber & ABS plastic

Dimensions 170 mm (L) 90 mm (W) 38 mm (H)

Weight Approx. 400 g (configuration-dependent)

ENVIRONMENTAL CHARACTERISTICS

TEMPERATURE

Operating -10 °C to 50 °C

Storage -20 °C to 60 °C

HUMIDITY

Operating 10% to 90%, non-condensing

Storage 5% to 95%, non-condensing

RESISTANCE

Impact Resistance 1.5 m, 5 drops per 6 sides

Tumble Test 50 cm, 2000 drops

Splash/Dust

Resistance IP 64

Electrostatic

Discharge ± 15 kV air discharge, ± 8 kV direct discharge

REGULATIONS

EMC Regulations FCC, CE, C-Tick, TELEC, RSS-210

PROGRAMMING SUPPORT

DEVELOPMENT ENVIRONMENT & TOOLS

Integrated

Development

Environment

Visual Studio 2005

Visual Studio .NET 2003

eMbedded Visual C++ 4.0 SP4

9400 SDK or Windows CE 5.0 Standard SDK Software

Development Kit System API (static and DLL) for system configuration

ReaderDLL for reader configuration

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SOFTWARE & UTILITIES

Reader Configuration Utility

Terminal Emulation for VT100/220 or IBM 5250

Application Generator

STREAM Wireless Studio

Web Browser

Third-party software –

 Wavelink Avalanche Enabler & Telnet Client

 MCL Collection - MCL Client

ACCESSORIES

ACCESSORY OPTIONS

miniSD Memory Card

Pistol Grip

Belt Holster

Protective Cover

Spare rechargeable battery pack, standard or high capacity

pack

4-slot Battery Charger

Charging & Communication Cradle

Vehicle Cradle

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The Reader Configuration Utility (94ReaderCfg.exe) allows configuring the following

reader types, depending on the module equipped on your mobile computer:

 1D CCD scan engine

 1D Laser scan engine

 2D scan engine

 RFID reader

Options of different reader combination are allowed, such as 1D+RFID and 2D+RFID.

For each combination, both readers can be initialized and ready for scanning at the

same time (dual mode operation). For example, if you press the [Scan] button while

running the 94ReaderCfg applet on the mobile computer, it will read a barcode in

position or an RFID tag in proximity depending on which one comes first.

Note: You cannot have 1D+2D scan engines installed on the mobile computer

because they are both barcode readers!

SYMBOLOGIES SUPPORTED

Varying by the scan engine installed, the supported symbologies or tag types are

listed below. For details on configuring associated settings, please refer to each

Appendix separately.

CCD, LASER 2D

Codabar 9 9

Code 11 8 9

Code 93 9 9

Composite Code 8 9

MSI 9 9

Plessey 9 8

Postal Codes 8 9

Telepen 9 8

Code 128 Code 128 9 9

EAN-128 9 9

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SCAN ENGINE SETTINGS

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ISBT-128 8 9

Code 2 of 5 Industrial 25 (i.e. Discrete 25) 9 9

Interleaved 25 9 9

Matrix 25 9 8

Code 3 of 9 Code 39 9 9

Trioptic Code 39 8 9

Italian Pharmacode (i.e. Code

32)

9 9

French Pharmacode 9 8

EAN/UPC EAN-8 9 9

EAN-13 9 9

Bookland EAN (i.e. ISBN) 9 9

UPC-E0 9 9

UPC-E1 8 9

UPC-A 9 9

RSS RSS-14 9 9

RSS Limited 9 9

RSS Expanded 9 9

2D Symbologies PDF417 8 9

MicroPDF417 8 9

Data Matrix 8 9

Maxicode 8 9

QR Code 8 9

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RFID TAGS SUPPORTED

The RFID reader supports read/write operations depending on the tags. The

supported labels include ISO 15693, Icode®, ISO 14443A, and ISO 14443B.

Currently, the performance of some tags has been confirmed, and the results are

listed below for your reference.

Note: You should study the specifications of RFID tags before use.

UID ONLY READ PAGE WRITE PAGE*

ISO 14443A Mifare Standard 1K 9 9 9

Mifare Standard 4K 9 9 9

Mifare Ultralight 9 9 9

Mifare DESFire 9 --- ---

Mifare S50 9 9 9

SLE44R35 9 --- ---

SLE66R35 9 9 9

ISO 14443B SRIX 4K 9 9 9

SR176 9 9 9

ISO 15693 ICODE SLI 9 9 9

SRF55V02P 9 --- ---

SRF55V02S 9 --- ---

SRF55V10P 9 --- ---

TI Tag-it HF-I 9 9 9

ICODE®

(Phillips) ICODE 9 9 9

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The tables below list reader settings as well as symbology settings for the CCD or

Laser scan engine.

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CCD/LASER SCAN ENGINE

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READER SETTINGS TABLE

CCD/LASER DESCRIPTION DEFAULT

Scan Mode Laser mode

Continuous Mode Non-stop scanning

 To decode the same barcode repeatedly, move away the

scan beam and target it at the barcode for each scanning.

Test Mode Non-stop scanning

 Capable of decoding the same barcode repeatedly

Repeat Mode Non-stop scanning

 Capable of re-transmitting barcode data if triggering within

one second after a successful decoding

Momentary Mode Hold down the scan trigger to start with scanning.

 The scanning won't stop until you release the trigger.

Alternate Mode Press the scan trigger to start with scanning.

 The scanning won't stop until you press the trigger again.

Aiming Mode Press the scan trigger to aim at a barcode. Within one second,

press the trigger again to decode the barcode.

 The scanning won't stop until (a) a barcode is decoded or

(b) the pre-set timeout expires.

Laser Mode Hold down the scan trigger to start with scanning.

 The scanning won't stop until (a) a barcode is read, (b) the

preset timeout expires, or (c) you release the trigger.

Auto Off Mode Press the scan trigger to start with scanning.

 The scanning won't stop until (a) a barcode is read or (b)

the preset timeout expires.

Auto Power Off

Mode Press the scan trigger to start with scanning.

 The scanning won't stop until the preset timeout expires,

and, the preset timeout period re-counts after each

successful decoding.

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Read Redundancy None

Level 0 = None No redundancy means one successful decoding will make the

reading valid and induce the "READER Event".

Level 1 = One time

Level 2 = Two times

Level 3 = Three

times

The higher the reading security is (that is, the more redundancy

the user selects), the slower the reading speed gets.

 If "Three Times" is selected, it will take a total of four

consecutive successful decodings of the same barcode to

make the reading valid.

Time-out 3 sec.

1~255 (second) It applies to the following scan modes only:

 Aiming mode

 Laser mode

 Auto Off mode

 Auto Power Off mode

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SYMBOLOGY SETTINGS TABLE

CCD/LASER DESCRIPTION DEFAULT

Codabar Enable

Select Start/Stop

Characters If "Transmit Start/Stop Characters" is desired, select

one set:

 abcd / abcd

 abcd / tn*e

 ABCD / ABCD

 ABCD / TN*E

abcd /

abcd

Transmit Start/Stop

Characters Decide whether to include the start/stop

characters in the data being transmitted. No

Code 128 / EAN-128 Enable

Transmit Code ID

(for EAN-128) Decide whether to include Code ID (“]C1”) will be

included in the data being transmitted. No

Industrial 25 (= Discrete 25) Enable

Start/Stop Selection

This decides the readability of all 2 of 5 symbology

variants. For example, flight tickets actually use an

Industrial 2 of 5 barcode but with Interleaved 2 of

5 start/stop pattern. In order to read this barcode,

the start/stop pattern selection parameter of

Industrial 2 of 5 should set to "Interleaved 25".

Industrial

Verify Checksum Decide whether to verify the checksum. If the

checksum is incorrect, the barcode will not be

accepted.

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Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the checksum in the

data being transmitted. Yes

Select Length  One or two fixed lengths

 Range (1~127) 4~127

Interleaved 25 Enable

Start/Stop Selection

Refer to Industrial 25. Interleave

d 25

Verify Checksum Decide whether to verify the checksum. If the

checksum is incorrect, the barcode will not be

accepted.

Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the checksum in the

data being transmitted. Yes

Select Length  One or two fixed lengths

 Range (1~127) 4~127

Matrix 25 Disable

Start/Stop Selection

Refer to Industrial 25. Matrix 25

Verify Checksum Decide whether to verify the checksum. If the

checksum is incorrect, the barcode will not be

accepted.

Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the checksum in the

data being transmitted. Yes

Select Length  One or two fixed lengths

 Range (1~127) 4~127

French Pharmacode Disable

*Transmit Start/Stop

Character Controlled by the same setting of Code 39. No

Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the checksum in the

data being transmitted. Yes

Italian Pharmacode (= Code 32) Disable

*Transmit Start/Stop

Character Controlled by the same setting of Code 39. No

Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the checksum in the

data being transmitted. Yes

Code 39 Enable

Transmit Start/Stop

Character Decide whether to include the start/stop

characters "*" in the data being transmitted. No

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Verify Checksum Decide whether to verify the checksum. If the

checksum is incorrect, the barcode will not be

accepted.

Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the checksum in the

data being transmitted. Yes

Code 39 Full ASCII Code 39 Full ASCII includes all the alphanumeric

and special characters. Disable

Code 93 Enable

MSI Disable

Verify Checksum Select one of the three calculation formulas to

verify the checksum. If the checksum is incorrect,

the barcode will not be accepted.

 Single Modulo 10

 Double Modulo 10

 Modulo 11 & 10

Single

Modulo 10

Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the checksum in the

data being transmitted.

 Last digit not transmitted

 Both digits transmitted

 Both digits not transmitted

Both digits

transmitted

Select Length  One or two fixed lengths

 Range (1~127) 4~127

Negative Barcode Disable

Plessey Disable

Convert to UK

Plessey When applied, each occurrence of the character

"A" in the barcode data will be replaced by the

character "X".

Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the checksum (2 digits)

in the data being transmitted. Yes

Telepen Disable

Original Telepen

(Numeric) The original Telepen includes numeric characters. Yes

AIM Telepen (Full

ASCII) AIM Telepen (Full ASCII) includes all the

alphanumeric and special characters. No

RSS-14 Disable

Transmit Code ID Decide whether to include Code ID ("]e0") will be

included in the data being transmitted. Yes

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Transmit

Application ID Decide whether to include the Application ID

("01") in the data being transmitted. Yes

Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the checksum in the

data being transmitted. Yes

RSS Limited Disable

Transmit Code ID Refer to RSS-14. Yes

Transmit

Application ID Refer to RSS-14. Yes

Transmit Checksum Refer to RSS-14. Yes

RSS Expanded Disable

Transmit Code ID Refer to RSS-14. Yes

EAN-8 Enable

Convert to EAN-13 The EAN-8 barcode will be expanded into EAN-13,

and the next processing will follow the settings

configured for EAN-13.

Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the checksum in the

data being transmitted. Yes

Addon 2 / Addon 5 Decide whether to decode EAN-8 with

supplementals. No

EAN-13 / UPC-A Enable

ISBN Conversion The EAN-13 barcode starting with 978 and 979 will

be converted to ISBN. No

ISSN Conversion The EAN-13 barcode starting with 977 will be

converted to ISSN. No

GTIN for EAN-13 The EAN-13 barcode will be expanded into

14-digit Global Trade Item Number (GTIN). No

Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the checksum in the

data being transmitted. Yes

Addon 2 / Addon 5 Decide whether to decode EAN-13/UPC-A with

supplementals. No

(UPC-A) Convert to

EAN-13 The UPC-A barcode will be expanded into EAN-13,

and the next processing will follow the settings

configured for EAN-13.

Yes

(UPC-A) Transmit

Checksum Decide whether to include the UPC-A checksum

in the data being transmitted. Yes

(UPC-A) Transmit

System Number Decide whether to include the UPC-A System

Number in the data being transmitted. Yes

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UPC-E Enable

Convert to UPC-A The UPC-E barcode will be expanded into UPC-A,

and the next processing will follow the settings

configured for UPC-A.

Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the UPC-E checksum in

the data being transmitted. Yes

Transmit System

Number Decide whether to include the UPC-E System

Number in the data being transmitted. No

Addon 2 / Addon 5 Decide whether to decode UPC-E with

supplementals. No

*It cannot read UPC-E1 barcodes!

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READER SETTINGS TABLE

2D DESCRIPTION DEFAULT

Focus Mode Select the focus mode to control the working

range:

 Far Focus – optimized to read at its far position

 Near Focus – optimized to read at its near

position

 Smart Focus – toggles the focus position after

every frame

Far Focus

Decode

Illumination Decide whether to flash illumination on every

barcode capture to aid decoding.

 Turn On (Internal LED )

 Turn Off

AIM Pattern Decide whether to project the aim pattern during

barcode capture.

 Turn On

 Turn Off

Read Redundancy Level 2

Level 1 The following barcodes must be successfully read twice before

being decoded:

BARCODE TYPES CODE LENGTH

MSI 4 characters of

less

Codabar 8 characters of

less

Discrete 25 (=Industrial

25) 8 characters of

less

Interleaved 25 8 characters of

less

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Level 2 All barcodes must be successfully read twice before being

decoded.

Level 3 All barcodes except for the following barcodes must be

successfully read twice before being decoded.

BARCODE TYPES

“EXCLUDED” CODE LENGTH

MSI 4 characters of

less

Codabar 8 characters of

less

Discrete 25 (=Industrial

25) 8 characters of

less

Interleaved 25 8 characters of

less

Level 4 All barcodes must be successfully read three times before

being decoded.

Security Level Select a decode security level appropriate for the

barcode quality when reading delta barcodes

such as Code 128, Code 93, UPC/EAN.

 Security Level 0 –

This default setting allows the

scan engine to operate in its most aggressive

state, providing sufficient security in decoding

most “in-spec” barcodes.

 Security Level 1 –

Select this option if

misdecodes occur. This level should eliminate

most misdecodes.

 Security Level 2 –

Select this option if Security

Level 1 fails to eliminate misdecodes.

 Security Level 3 –

Select this option if Security

Level 2 also fails to eliminate misdecodes.

However, selecting this option impairs the

decoding ability of the scan engine. If this level

of security is necessary, try to improve the

barcode quality.

Level 1

Decode Time-out Set the maximum time for decoding to continue

during a scan attempt.

 5~99, in units of 0.1 second.

9.9 sec.

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2D DESCRIPTION DEFAULT

Codabar Enable

CLSI Editing When applied, the CLSI editing strips the start/stop

characters and inserts a space after the first, fifth,

and tenth characters of a 14-character Codabar

barcode.

 The 14-character barcode length does not

include start/stop characters.

NOTIS Editing Decide whether to include the start/stop

characters in the data being transmitted.

 NOTIS Editing is to strip the start/stop

characters, i.e. to disable "Transmit Start/Stop

Characters".

Select Length  One or two fixed lengths

 Range (1~55) 4~55

Code 128 ---

Code 128 Read standard Code 128 barcodes (=without

leading FNC1 character). Enable

UCC/EAN-128 Read UCC/EAN-128 barcodes with leading FNC1

character. Enable

ISBT 128 Read ISBT 128 barcodes. Enable

Industrial 25 (= Discrete 25) Enable

Select Length  One or two fixed lengths

 Range (1~55) 4~55

Interleaved 25 Enable

Convert to EAN-13 Convert a 14-character barcode into EAN-13 if

the following requirements are met:

 The barcode must have a leading 0 and a

valid EAN-13 check digit.

Verify Checksum Decide whether to verify the checksum. If desired,

select one of the algorithms below. If the

checksum is incorrect, the barcode will not be

accepted.

 No

 USS algorithm

 OPCC algorithm

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Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the checksum in the

data being transmitted.

 "Verify Checksum" must be enabled so that the

checksum can be left out (= "Transmit

Checksum" disabled).

Select Length  One or two fixed lengths

 Range (1~55) 4~55

Code 39 Enable

Convert to Code 32

Convert to Italian Pharmacode. No

Code 32 Prefix Prefix character "A" to Code 32 barcodes. No

Verify Checksum Decide whether to verify the checksum. If the

checksum is incorrect, the barcode will not be

accepted.

Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the checksum in the

data being transmitted.

 "Verify Checksum" must be enabled so that the

checksum can be left out (= "Transmit

Checksum" disabled).

Code 39 Full ASCII Code 39 Full ASCII includes all the alphanumeric

and special characters. Disable

Select Length  One or two fixed lengths

 Range (1~55) 4~55

Trioptic Code 39 Disable

Code 93 Disable

Select Length  One or two fixed lengths

 Range (1~55) 4~55

MSI Disable

Verify Checksum If Two Check Digits option is selected, an

additional verification is required to ensure

integrity. Select one of the algorithms below. If the

checksum is incorrect, the barcode will not be

accepted.

CHECK DIGIT ALGORITHM

One Check Digit Single Modulo 10

Two Check Digits  Mod 10/Mod 11

 Mod 10/Mod 10

Single

Modulo 10

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Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the checksum in the

data being transmitted. No

Select Length  One or two fixed lengths

 Range (1~55) 4~55

RSS ---

RSS-14 Enable

RSS Limited Enable

RSS Expanded Enable

Covnert RSS to

UPC/EAN

"Convert to UPC/EAN" only applies to RSS-14 and

RSS Limited barcodes not decoded as part of a

Composite barcode.

CONVERT TO EAN-13

Strip the leading "010" from barcodes.

 "01" is the Application ID and must be

followed by a single zero (the first digit

encoded)

CONVERT TO UPC-A

Strip the leading "0100" from barcodes.

 "01" is the Application ID and must be

followed by two or more zeros (but not six

zeros)

EAN-8 Enable

Convert to EAN-13 The EAN-8 barcode will be expanded into EAN-13,

and the next processing will follow the settings

configured for EAN-13.

Addon 2 / Addon 5 Refer to UPC/EAN Addon setting.

EAN-13 Enable

Bookland EAN (=

ISBN) The EAN-13 barcode starting with 978 will be

converted to ISBN. No

Addon 2 / Addon 5 Refer to UPC/EAN Addon setting.

UPC-A Enable

Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the UPC-A checksum

in the data being transmitted. Yes

Transmit Preamble Decide whether to include the UPC-A preamble

System Number (and Country Code) in the data

being transmitted.

System

Number

Addon 2 / Addon 5 Refer to UPC/EAN Addon setting.

UPC-E0 Enable

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Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the UPC-E0 checksum

in the data being transmitted. Yes

Transmit Preamble Decide whether to include the UPC-E0 preamble

System Number (and Country Code) in the data

being transmitted.

System

Number

Addon 2 / Addon 5 Refer to UPC/EAN Addon setting.

Convert to UPC-A The UPC-E0 barcode will be expanded into

UPC-A, and the next processing will follow the

settings configured for UPC-A.

UPC-E1 Disable

Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the UPC-E1 checksum

in the data being transmitted. Yes

Transmit Preamble Decide whether to include the UPC-E1 preamble

System Number (and Country Code) in the data

being transmitted.

System

Number

Addon 2 / Addon 5 Refer to UPC/EAN Addon setting.

Convert to UPC-A The UPC-E1 barcode will be expanded into

UPC-A, and the next processing will follow the

settings configured for UPC-A.

UCC Coupon Extended Code Disable

Read UPC-A barcodes starting with digit "5", EAN-13 barcodes starting with digits

"99", and UPC-A/EAN-128 Coupon Codes.

 UPC-A, EAN-13, and EAN-128 must be enabled first!

UPC/EAN Addon ---

Addon 2 / Addon 5 Decide whether to decode EAN-8, EAN-13,

UPC-E0, UPC-E1, UPC-A with supplementals. Ignore...

 Ignore Supplementals

 Decode Only With Supplementals

 Decode With Supplementals (=

Auto-discriminate)

Addon

Redundancy When "Decode with Supplementals" is applied,

decide the number of times of supplementary

decoding the same barcode that makes a valid

reading.

10 times

Code 11 Enable

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Verify Checksum Decide whether to verify the checksum. If the

checksum is incorrect, the barcode will not be

accepted.

 No verification

 One Check Digit

 Two Check Digits

Transmit Checksum Decide whether to include the checksum in the

data being transmitted.

 "Verify Checksum" must be enabled so that the

checksum can be left out (= "Transmit

Checksum" disabled).

Select Length  One or two fixed lengths

 Range (1~55) 4~55

Postal Codes ---

US Postnet Enable

US Planet Enable

Transmit US Postal

Checksum US Postnet or US Planet must be enabled first! Enable

UK Postal Enable

Transmit UK Postal

Checksum UK Postal must be enabled first! Enable

Japan Postal Enable

Australian Postal Enable

Dutch Postal Enable

Composite Codes Disable

Composite CC-C Disable

Composite CC-A/B Disable

Composite TLC-39 Disable

UCC/EAN Code

128 Emulation

Mode

Transmit data as if it was encoded in Code 128

barcodes.

 Transmit AIM Code Identifier must be enabled

first!

Disable

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UPC Composite

Mode UPC barcodes can be "linked" with a 2D barcode

during transmission as if they were one barcode.

UPC NEVER LINKED

Transmit UPC barcodes regardless of whether a

2D barcode is detected.

UPC ALWAYS LINKED

Transmit UPC barcodes and the 2D portion.

UPC

Always

Linked

If the 2D portion is not detected, the UPC

barcode will not be transmitted.

 CC-A/B or CC-C must be enabled!

AUTO-DISCRIMINATE UPC COMPOSITES

Transmit UPC barcodes as well as the 2D portion

if present.

2D Symbologies ---

PDF417 Enable

MicroPDF417 Disable

MicroPDF417 Code

128 Emulation Transmit data from certain MicroPDF417 barcodes

as if it was encoded in Code 128 barcodes.

 Transmit AIM Code Identifier must be enabled

first!

When applied, the MicroPDF417 barcodes are

transmitted with one of these prefixes:

THE FIRST CODEWORD OF MICROPDF417 IS 903-907,

912, 914, 915:

The original Code ID "]L3" will be changed to

"]C1".

THE FIRST CODEWORD OF MICROPDF417 IS 908 OR

909:

The original Code ID "]L4" will be changed to

"]C2".

THE FIRST CODEWORD OF MICROPDF417 IS 910 OR

911:

The original Code ID "]L5" will be changed to

"]C0".

Disable

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Data Matrix Enable

Maxicode Enable

QR Code Enable

2D Symbologies - Macro PDF ---

Macro PDF is a special feature for concatenating multiple PDF barcodes into one

file, known as Macro PDF417 or Macro MicroPDF417.

Transmit/Decode

Mode Decide how to handle Macro PDF decoding.

BUFFER ALL SYMBOLS / TRANSMIT MACRO PDF WHEN

COMPLETE

Transmit all decoded data from an entire Macro

PDF sequence only when the entire sequence is

scanned and decoded. If the decoded data

exceeds the limit of 50 symbols, no transmission

because the entire sequence was not scanned!

Passthroug

h All

Symbols

TRANSMIT ANY SYMBOL IN SET / NO PARTICULAR

ORDER

Transmit data from each Macro PDF symbol as

decoded, regardless of the sequence.

PASSTHROUGH ALL SYMBOLS

Transmit and decode all Macro PDF symbols

and perform no processing. In this mode, the

host is responsible for detecting and parsing the

Macro PDF sequences.

ESC Characters When enabled, it uses the backlash "\" as an

Escape character for systems that can process

transmissions containing special data sequences.

It will format special data according to the Global

Label Identifier (GLI) protocol, which only affects

the data portion of a Macro PDF symbol

transmission. The Control Header, if enabled, is

always sent with GLI formatting.

None

Note: When printing barcodes, keep each Macro PDF sequence separate, as each

has a unique identifier. Do not mix barcodes from several Macro PDF

sequences, even if they encode the same data. When you scan Macro PDF

sequences, scan the entire Macro PDF sequence without interruption!

Miscellaneous Options ---

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Transmit Code ID Decide whether to apply AIM Code ID character. None

Federal Communication Commission Interference Statement

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment.

This equipment complies with the requirements for SAR compliance as stipulated in FCC regulations. The user

can safely use this equipment when handheld and when body-worn. Beltclips, holsters or similar accessoires

with a metallic component may not be used. The equipment must not be co-located or operating in conjunction

with any other transmitter or antenna. Max. reported SAR values: 850MHz: 0.562W/kg (body);

1900MHz: 0.230W/kg (body); 2.4GHz: 0.041W/kg (body).

THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO THE

FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS:

(1) THIS DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL INTERFERENCE AND

(2) THIS DEVICE MUST ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED, INCLUDING INTERFERENCE

THAT MAY CAUSE UNDESIRED OPERATION.

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant

to Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful

interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy

and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction, may cause harmful interference to radio

communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If

this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by

turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the

following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Notice:

(1) A Unshielded-type power cord is required in order to meet FCC emission limits and also to prevent

interference to the nearby radio and television reception. It is essential that only the supplied power

cord by used.

(2) Use only shielded cables to connect I/O devices to this equipment.

(3) Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the

user’s authority to operate the equipment.

Channel

This equipment marketed in USA is restricted by firmware to only operate on 2.4G channel 1-11.

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