Psion 7527RA2041 802.11g Wireless LAN CF Card User Manual 7535 G2 Hand Held Computer

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WORKABOUT PRO G2
Hand-Held Computer With
Windows Embedded CE 5.0
User Manual
March 5, 2007
ISO 9001 Certified
Quality Management System
Part No. 8000140.A
© Copyright 2007 by Psion Teklogix Inc., Mississauga, Ontario
This document and the information it contains is the property of Psion Teklogix Inc.,
is issued in strict confidence, and is not to be reproduced or copied, in whole or in
part, except for the sole purpose of promoting the sale of Psion Teklogix manufactured goods and services. Furthermore, this document is not to be used as a basis for
design, manufacture, or sub-contract, or in any manner detrimental to the interests
of Psion Teklogix Inc.
Windows® and the Windows Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of
Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
All trademarks are the property of their respective holders.
TABLE
OF CONTENTS
Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Text Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WORKABOUT PRO G2 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
About The WORKABOUT PRO G2 Hand-Held. . . . . . . .
1.4.1 The WORKABOUT PRO C G2 Hand-Held Computer
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Chapter 2: Basic Checkout
2.1
2.2
2.3
2.4
2.5
2.6
2.7
Preparing The WORKABOUT PRO G2 For Operation . .
2.1.1 The Main Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.1.2 The Backup Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Turning The WORKABOUT PRO G2 On And Off . . . .
2.2.1 Installing The Battery And Switching The Unit On.
2.2.2 Switching The Unit Off (Suspend) . . . . . . . . .
Calibrating The Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Configuring Your Radio. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.1 Summit Client Utility (SCU) For Model RA2041 .
2.4.2 Assigning The IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.3 Name Servers Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.4 Using The SCU To Connect To The WLAN . . . .
SCU Tabs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.1 Main Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.2 Config Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.3 Global Settings Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.4 Status Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.5 Diags Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Checking The Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using Microsoft® ActiveSync® . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Resetting The Hand-Held . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
2.8.1 Performing A Warm Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
2.8.2 Performing A Cold Reset – Accessing The BooSt Menu . . . . 32
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your WORKABOUT PRO G2
3.1
3.2
Features Of The WORKABOUT PRO G2 . . . . . . . . .
The Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.1 Battery Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.2 Removing The Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.2.3 Charging The Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.3 Switching The Hand-Held On And Off . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4 The Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4.1 Modifier Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4.2 The Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4.3 Function Keys And Macro Keys . . . . . . . . . . .
3.4.4 52-Key Keyboard – Accessing Alpha Keys . . . . .
3.4.5 25-Key Keyboard – Accessing Alphanumeric Keys.
3.4.6 The Keypad Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.5 The Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.5.1 Adjusting The Display Backlight . . . . . . . . . .
3.5.2 Calibrating The Touchscreen. . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.6 WORKABOUT PRO G2 Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.6.1 LED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.6.2 Audio Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.6.3 Onscreen Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.7 Monitoring The Battery And Maximizing Run Time . . . .
3.7.1 Storing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.8 Uploading Data In A Docking Station. . . . . . . . . . . .
3.9 Bluetooth Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.10 The SD/MMC Card—Adding Memory . . . . . . . . . . .
3.10.1 Inserting The Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.11 General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.11.1 Caring For The Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . .
3.11.2 Cleaning The WORKABOUT PRO G2 . . . . . . .
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows Embedded CE 5.0
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
Navigating In Windows Embedded CE 5.0 . . . . . .
4.1.1 Navigating Using A Touchscreen And Stylus.
4.1.2 Navigating Using The Keyboard . . . . . . .
Working With Files, Folders And Programs . . . . .
The Startup Desktop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3.1 The Desktop Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3.2 The Taskbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Start Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.4.1 The Desktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.4.2 Security Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.4.3 Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.4.4 Shortcuts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.4.5 Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.4.6 Run. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.4.7 Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using A Dialog Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 5: Configuration
5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
5.7
Remote Connect. . . . . . . . . . . .
The TekTerm Application . . . . . . .
Pocket PC Compatibility . . . . . . .
The Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . .
Control Panel Icons . . . . . . . . . .
Basic Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.6.1 Display Properties . . . . . . .
5.6.2 Keyboard Properties . . . . . .
5.6.3 Volume And Sound Properties
5.6.4 Power Management Properties
5.6.5 Stylus Properties . . . . . . . .
5.6.6 Manage Triggers. . . . . . . .
5.6.7 Certificate Assignment . . . .
Bluetooth Setup . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.7.1 The Devices Tab . . . . . . . .
5.7.2 The Servers Tab . . . . . . . .
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5.7.3 Outgoing Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.7.4 Active Conn. Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.7.5 The Properties Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.7.6 The Bluetooth GPRS WAN Connection . . . . .
5.8 Total Recall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.8.1 Creating A Backup Profile . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.8.2 Restoring A Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.9 The Storage Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.9.1 Formatting A Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . .
5.9.2 Creating Partitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.9.3 Partition Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.10 IPv6 Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11 Scanner Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.1 Bar Codes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2 Decoded (Internal) Scanners . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3 Decoded (HHP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4 Decoded (Intermec ISCP) . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5 Imager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.6 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.7 Translations Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.12 SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) Setup.
5.12.1 Contact Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.12.2 Communities Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.12.3 Trap Destination Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.12.4 Permitted Hosts Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories
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Carrying Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.1.1 Attaching The Hand Strap . . . . . . . . . .
6.1.2 Attaching The Pistol Grip . . . . . . . . . .
The Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chargers And Docking Stations . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.1 Installation–Chargers And Docking Stations
6.3.2 Power Consumption Considerations . . . . .
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6.5
6.6
6.7
6.8
6.3.3 Operator Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.3.4 Important Charger Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Desktop Docking Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.4.1 Charging A Battery Installed In The WORKABOUT PRO G2
6.4.2 Charging A Spare Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.4.3 Battery Charge Duration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.4.4 Charger LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.4.5 Troubleshooting The Charging Operation Of The Dock . . . .
6.4.6 Desktop Docking Station Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.4.7 Linking A WORKABOUT PRO G2 To A PC . . . . . . . . .
6.4.8 Linking A WORKABOUT PRO G2 To An Ethernet Network.
6.4.9 Troubleshooting The Docking Station Operations . . . . . . .
Single Battery Charger–Model #WA3001-G1 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.5.1 Inserting A Battery In The Single Battery Charger . . . . . . .
6.5.2 Battery Charge Duration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.5.3 Charge Indicators–The LED. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quad Battery Charger–Model #WA3004-G1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.6.1 Charging Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.6.2 Battery Charge Duration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.6.3 Charge Indicators–The LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.6.4 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Quad Docking Station–Model #WA4004-G1. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.7.1 Quad Docking Station Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.7.2 Quad Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.7.3 Inserting A WORKABOUT In The Quad Docking Station. . .
6.7.4 Network Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.7.5 Battery Charging–LED Behaviour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.7.6 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Vehicle Cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.8.1 Vehicle Cradle Mounting Recommendations . . . . . . . . . .
6.8.2 Wiring Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.8.3 Using The Vehicle Cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.8.4 Maintaining The Vehicle Cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.8.5 Powered Cradle Installation In High Voltage Vehicles . . . . .
6.8.6 Powered Vehicle Cradle Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
6.8.7 The Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Bluetooth Peripherals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
Chapter 7: Specifications
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7.2
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WORKABOUT PRO G2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Radio Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Scanner Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.1 SE 1223HP, LR, ALR And SE 955HP Specifications.
7.3.2 EV15 Imager Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.3 HHP5180 Imager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.4 SX5393 Imager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Appendix A: Port Pinouts
A.1 LIF (Low Insertion Force) Port Pinout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-1
A.2 Tether Port Pinout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .A-2
Appendix B: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)
B.1 Wireless WAN . . . . . . . . . . .
B.1.1 Taskbar Icons . . . . . . .
B.1.2 Establishing A Connection.
B.1.3 Advanced Information . . .
B.1.4 Tools Menu. . . . . . . . .
B.1.5 SMS Menu . . . . . . . . .
B.2 Power Mode . . . . . . . . . . . .
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INTRODUCTION
1.1
1.2
1.3
1.4
About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Text Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
WORKABOUT PRO G2 Features. . . . . . . . . .
About The WORKABOUT PRO G2 Hand-Held . .
1.4.1 The WORKABOUT PRO C G2 Hand-Helds .
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About This Manual
1.1 About This Manual
This manual describes how to configure, operate and maintain the Psion Teklogix
WORKABOUT PRO G2 hand-held computer.
Chapter 1: Introduction
provides a basic overview of the WORKABOUT PRO G2 hand-held.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout
describes the steps required to get the WORKABOUT PRO G2 ready for operation, including setting up your RA2041 802.11b/g radio.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your WORKABOUT PRO G2
describes the WORKABOUT PRO G2 features and outlines how to charge and
maintain the battery. This chapter also provides a description of the keyboard,
how to navigate in Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 5.0, and so on.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows Embedded CE 5.0
describes the Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 5.0 desktop and how to use it.
This chapter also outlines the basics of moving around a Windows Embedded
CE 5.0 window, selecting and opening icons, files, folders and working with a
Windows dialog box.
Chapter 5: Configuration
describes the Windows Embedded CE 5.0 Control Panel and how to use it to
configure the WORKABOUT PRO G2, along with the scanners attached to the
hand-held, and so on.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories
describes the peripherals and accessories available for your WORKABOUT
PRO G2 hand-held.
Chapter 7: Specifications
lists radio, hand-held computer and battery specifications.
Appendix A: Port Pinouts
describes the WORKABOUT PRO G2 pinouts
Appendix B: Wireless Wide Area Network (WWAN)
describes WWAN configuration information (GPRS radio model no.
RA303-G2).
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Text Conventions
1.2 Text Conventions
Note:
Notes highlight additional helpful information.
Important:
These statements provide particularly important instructions
or additional information that is critical to the operation of
the equipment.
Warning:
These statements provide critical information that may prevent
physical injury, equipment damage or data loss.
1.3 WORKABOUT PRO G2 Features
Important:
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For all safety, regulatory and warranty information, refer to the
‘WORKABOUT PRO Hand-Held Computer Regulatory & Warranty Guide’, PN 8000126.
Processor:
• PXA270 520 MHz, 32 bit RSIC CPU.
• CPU temperature range -20° to +50° C
Software:
• Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 5.0
Multi-Media Chipset:
• NVIDIAGoForce 4000 Multi-Media Processor
Real-Time Clock:
• CPU independent RTC capable of maintaining the system date and time
for at least 3 months with a fully charged backup battery
Internal Memory:
• 128 MB M-System Flash (BOM expandable up to 512 MB)
• 128 MB SDRAM (BOM expandable up to 512 MB)
User Accessible Memory:
• One SD expansion slot (accessible via the battery compartment)
Display:
• 480 x 640, 3.6 in., Full VGA TFT Colour LCD
• Easily replaceable and customizable bezel
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Keyboards:
• Alphanumeric keyboard option with 52 keys and blue backlight, or
• Numeric keyboard option with 25 keys and blue backlight
• Four, direct push function keys
• Side-Scan buttons
Audio:
• One mono speaker
• One mono microphone
• One internal audio connector for future external audio interfaces
• Beeper capable of producing 85db @ 10cm
Internal Connectors:
• 100-pin expansion interface; supports PCMCIA (type II), WAN and
other expansion modules
• Flex cable interface with robust connector; supports scanner (serial) and
imager (USB) modules.
• Additional USB connection at top edge of MLB (Powered from the battery; user voltage regulation required)
• One Type II CF Card Slot
• One SD Slot (memory card form factor only)
• Full pin-to-pin compatibility shall be maintained with WORKABOUT
PRO G1 series
External Connectors “On The Go”:
• One Tether connector with full RS232 and USB OTG functionality
• Tether connection backward compatible with WORKABOUT PRO G1
series
• One LIF connection backward compatible with WORKABOUT PRO
G1 series
• DC Power Jack
Bluetooth Radio:
• Integrated Bluetooth 1.2 radio
• Class II Compliant / Range 5 to 10 metres
• Support for 802.11b/g CF radio with non-integrated antenna
GSM Support:
• Support for RA3030-G2 GPRS radio (connecting via the 100-pin
Expansion Connector)
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• Support for GSM/GPRS/EDGE data and voice communications
• User-accessible SIM card
802.11b/g Support
• Support for RA2041 802.11b/g Compact Flash radio module
Power System:
• High Capacity battery pack: Li-Ion, 3.7V, 3000mAh
• Super High Capacity battery pack: Li-Ion, 3.7V, 4000mAh
• One removable backup batter
• User-replaceable backup battery
Dimensions and Weight:
• RS232 serial (decoded scanner, printer)
• Undecoded scanner support
• USB host
Docking station port with:
• RS232 serial with diagnostics
• USB device
• USB host
• Power in/out
Power management:
• Typical 8-hour usage Lithium-Ion standard battery
• Quick swap packs
• Advanced smart battery with gas gauge
• Runs with battery, wall adaptor or cigarette lighter
• Built-in fast charger (2 hours)
• System backup during battery swap (more than 10 minutes)
• One week real-time clock backup
Network Management:
• SNMP MIB 2 support
• Remote software download
• Remote WLAN management
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About The WORKABOUT PRO G2 Hand-Held
1.4 About The WORKABOUT PRO G2 Hand-Held
The WORKABOUT PRO G2 is a ruggedized hand-held personal computer,
running the Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 5.0 operating system. It is intended
for use in commercial and light industrial applications with a focus on real time
wireless data transactions. All possible bar code input methodologies are supported
by one of a variety of scanners available. Optimization for specific operational
environments is supported with a wide range of peripheral options and carrying
accessories.
1.4.1 The WORKABOUT PRO C G2 Hand-Helds
Figure 1.1 WORKABOUT PRO C G2 With 52-Key Keyboard
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The WORKABOUT PRO S G2 Hand-Held
1.4.2 The WORKABOUT PRO S G2 Hand-Held
Figure 1.2 WORKABOUT PRO S G2 With 25-Key Keyboard
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BASIC CHECKOUT
2.1 Preparing The WORKABOUT PRO G2 For Operation . . . .
2.1.1 The Main Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.1.1.1 Charging The Main Battery . . . . . . . . . . .
2.1.2 The Backup Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.2 Turning The WORKABOUT PRO G2 On And Off . . . . . .
2.2.1 Installing The Battery And Switching The Unit On . . .
2.2.2 Switching The Unit Off (Suspend) . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.3 Calibrating The Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4 Configuring The RA2041 802.11b/g Radio. . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.1 Summit Client Utility (SCU) For Model RA2041 . . . .
2.4.2 Assigning The IP Address . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.3 Name Servers Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.4 Using The SCU To Connect To The WLAN . . . . . . .
2.4.4.1 SSID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.4.2 EAP Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.4.4.3 Encryption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5 SCU Tabs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.1 Main Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.2 Config Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.2.1 SCU Security Capabilities . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.2.2 EAP Credentials . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.2.3 ThirdPartyConfig . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.3 Global Settings Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.4 Status Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.5.5 Diags Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.6 Checking The Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.7 Using Microsoft® ActiveSync® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.8 Resetting The Hand-Held . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.8.1 Performing A Warm Reset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2.8.2 Performing A Cold Reset – Accessing The BooSt Menu
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2.1 Preparing The WORKABOUT PRO G2 For Operation
2.1.1 The Main Battery
Warning:
Before charging the battery, it is critical that you review the battery
safety guidelines in the “WORKABOUT PRO Hand-Held Computer Warranty & Regulatory Guide”, PN 8000126.
The WORKABOUT PRO C G2 and WORKABOUT PRO S G2 can be powered
with one of the following lithium-in battery packs:
• High-Capacity Battery Pack – 3000mAh
• Super High-Capacity Battery Pack – 4000mAh
2.1.1.1
Charging The Main Battery
Important:
Before opening the battery cover on your WORKABOUT PRO
G2, press [BLUE] [ENTER] to turn off the hand-held. When the
battery cover is removed, a power-off switch is automatically activated and the unit power is switched off; if the battery cover is
opened while the hand-held is still powered on, the unit may
reboot.
Battery packs shipped from the factory are charged to approximately 40% and must
be fully charged prior to use. Batteries can be charged using a variety of chargers
and docking stations along with a WORKABOUT PRO G2 internal charger. When
using the internal charger, a suitable power source is required. All chargers and
docking stations are described in Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories
beginning on page 213.
Note:
If you are powering up a new unit, a warning message may appear on the
screen indicating that the backup battery capacity is low. To recharge the
internal battery, you must fully charge the WORKABOUT PRO G2 with
the main battery installed in the unit. An overnight charge is recommended.
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The Backup Battery
2.1.2 The Backup Battery
To preserve data stored in your WORKABOUT PRO G2 while you swap the main
battery, the unit is equipped with an internal backup battery–a standard Lithium
Alloy Manganese Dioxide coin battery–a Maxell ML2032. The backup battery will
supply 5 minutes of continuous power while you install a charged, main battery.
The backup battery is trickle charged from the main battery. Provided that the main
battery contains power, the backup battery will maintain a charge whether the
WORKABOUT PRO G2 is switched on or off, in a docking station or in a cradle.
Even when the main battery reaches its Suspend Threshold (refer to “Suspend
Threshold” on page 102) and the hand-held shuts down, the backup battery will
continue to draw a trickle charge from the main battery to protect the data stored in
the unit until a charged main battery is installed.
Note:
The backup battery takes approximately 100 hrs to fully charge from a
fully discharged (flat) state. While you can continue to use the WORKABOUT PRO G2, replacing the main battery while the backup battery is
not fully charged is not recommended because you risk losing the data
stored on the unit.
2.2 Turning The WORKABOUT PRO G2 On And Off
2.2.1 Installing The Battery And Switching The Unit On
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Note:
To unlock the battery cover, turn the left-hand battery fastener to the left,
and turn the right-hand battery fastener to the right. The top of the stylus is
slot-shaped to help you loosen the fasteners.
Remove the battery cover.
Ensure that the ON/OFF switch in the battery compartment is set to ON
before inserting the battery.
Snap the charged battery into the unit. Replace the battery cover, and lock
the fasteners in place.
If you are using a docking station or an external power supply, you can
insert an uncharged battery, dock the unit and switch it on.
To switch on the WORKABOUT PRO G2:
• Press and hold down the [ENTER/ON] key for at least one second.
• When the LED flashes green, release the [ENTER/ON] button.
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Switching The Unit Off (Suspend)
The desktop screen is displayed.
Note:
If the unit was already in use–the unit may be off (suspend state)–pressing [ENTER/ON] ‘wakes’ the unit from this state. The screen in which you
were working prior to the suspend state is displayed.
2.2.2 Switching The Unit Off (Suspend)
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Press the [BLUE] key, and then press [ENTER/ON].
2.3 Calibrating The Touchscreen
Note:
Keep in mind that the touchscreen function can be turned off (see
“Touch” on page 105).
The WORKABOUT PRO G2 touchscreen is factory-calibrated and ready-to-go;
however, over time the touchscreen operating parameters may change, and it may
need to be recalibrated for correct operation. Refer to “Calibrating The
Touchscreen” on page 45 for details.
2.4 Configuring The RA2041 802.11b/g Radio
Psion Teklogix supports an 802.11b/g Compact Flash (CF) wireless LAN radio
card, model number RA2041. It is a Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum radio.
If your WORKABOUT PRO G2 is equipped with an RA2041 CF radio, follow the
steps under “Summit Client Utility (SCU) For Model RA2041” below to set up this
type of radio for communication with a wireless LAN.
2.4.1 Summit Client Utility (SCU) For Model RA2041
This section describes the Summit Client Utility (SCU). The SCU provides the
utilities you will need to configure the Summit 802.11b/g Compact Flash radio
module, model number RA2041 so that it can communicate through a wireless LAN
effectively and securely.
2.4.2 Assigning The IP Address
Before launching the SCU, you need to configure how the IP address will be
obtained. If your network is not using a DHCP server, you will need to assign an
IP address.
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Assigning The IP Address
1. Tap on Start>Settings>Network and Dial-up Connections. (If the
Start Menu isn’t displayed in the taskbar, press [BLUE] [0] to display
it.)
If you’re using the keyboard, press [BLUE] [0] to display the Start Menu.
Use the [DOWN] arrow key to highlight Settings. Press the [RIGHT] arrow
key to display the sub-menu. Highlight Network, and press [ENTER].
2. Choose the Summit WLAN Adapter icon to open the 802.11b/g Wireless LAN Settings window. In Figure 2.1, this icon is labelled
SDCCF10G1.
Figure 2.1 Summit WLAN Adapter Icon
The Summit WLAN Adapter Settings menu is displayed (In this screen
shown as the SDCCF10G1 menu).
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Assigning The IP Address
3. Tap on the IP Information tab.
Figure 2.2 IP Information Tab
Note:
Choosing the Renew button forces the WORKABOUT PRO G2 to renew
or find a new IP address. This is useful if, for example, you are out of
communication range for a longer period of time and your WORKABOUT PRO G2 is dropped from the network.
4. To define a static IP address, tap on the Configure button. The Summit
WLAN Adapter Settings menu provides two options:
• Tap on Obtain an IP address via DHCP to have an address assigned
automatically, or
• If you want to use a particular IP address, tap on Specify an IP address,
and type the preferred address as well as the IP, Subnet Mask and
Default Gateway addresses in the appropriate fields. Tap OK to save
your information.
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Name Servers Tab
Figure 2.3 Defining An IP Address
2.4.3 Name Servers Tab
Note:
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If DHCP is enabled, name server addresses are assigned automatically.
In the SDCCF10G1 window, display the IP Information tab.
In the Summit WLAN Adapter Settings>IP Information tab, tap on the
Configure button.
Display the Name Servers tab.
Figure 2.4 Name Servers Tab
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The DNS and WINS fields in the Name Servers tab allow you to specify additional
WINS and DNS resolvers. The format for these fields is ###.###.###.###.
2.4.4 Using The SCU To Connect To The WLAN
This section provides a quick set of steps to create a profile (referred to as a
“config”). Detailed information about each of the SCU tabs—Main, Config, Status,
Diags and Global Settings—is provided under “SCU Tabs” on page 19. To launch
the SCU so that your WORKABOUT PRO G2 can connect to a wireless LAN:
1. Tap on Start>Programs>Summit, and then tap on the SCU icon.
Figure 2.5 SCU Main Tab
2. Tap on the Config tab.
Figure 2.6 SCU Config Tab
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SSID
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Tap on the New button to define a new config.
Type a name for your configuration using any alpha-numeric combination
to uniquely identify this config.
Tap on OK to return to the Config tab.
Tap on Commit to save the config name.
When a pop-up message indicates that your configuration will be saved, tap
on OK.
2.4.4.1
SSID
To configure the SSID for the network to which you want to associate:
• Type an SSID in the text box to the right of SSID. This field is limited to 32
characters.
• Tap on Commit and then, in the pop-up message, tap on OK to save your
SSID setting.
Important:
2.4.4.2
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EAP Type
Tap on the EAP type drop-down menu, and choose the appropriate type of
authentication—LEAP, EAP-FAST, PEAP-MSCHAP, and PEAP-GTC.
Next, tap on the Credentials button, and type credentials for IEEE 802.1X
EAP types.
Important:
2.4.4.3
To learn more about the other options available in the radio
attributes list, refer to “Config Tab” on page 20.
Refer to “SCU Security Capabilities” on page 23 for details about
security settings. Additional EAP details are described in “EAP
Credentials” on page 25.
Encryption
•
Tap on the Encryption drop-down menu, and choose the appropriate type
of encryption—Manual WEP, Auto WEP, WPA PSK, WPA TKIP,
WAP2PSK, WAP2 AES, and CCKM TKIP.
If you choose Manual WEP, WPA PSK or WPA PSK:
• Tap on the WEP/PSK Keys button. For Manual WEP, choose up to four
static WEP keys. For PSK, type an ASCII passphrase or hex PSK.
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Configure any other settings that are supplied by the network administrator
for the SSID to which you will associate.
• Make certain that you tap on Commit following each change.
Once you’ve completed the configuration:
• Tap the Main tab. Tap on the Active Config button – your new config will
be listed in the drop-down menu.
When you tap on the config you created, the RA2041 radio module attempts to
connect to the network using the following steps:
- Associate to the SSID.
- Authenticate to the network.
- If EAP authentication is being used, derive dynamic encryption keys.
- If DHCP is being used by the network, obtain an IP address.
If the RA2041 is not connecting properly:
• Tap on the Status tab.
The Status dialog box lists the IP and MAC addresses, and indicates the current state
of the radio, the signal strength, channel and so on.
You can also use the Status screen for DHCP renewal and ICMP Echo Requests
(Pings).
Important:
For details about the Status dialog box, refer to “Status Tab” on
page 29.
2.5 SCU Tabs
This section provides a detailed description of each of the tabs available in the
SCU—Main (below), Config (page 20), Global Settings (page 26), Status (page 29),
and Diags (page 30).
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Main Tab
2.5.1 Main Tab
The Main tab is displayed when you tap on the Start>Programs>SCU icon.
Figure 2.7 SCU Main Tab
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Enable/Disable Radio: Enables or disables the radio. This a toggle button;
when the radio is enabled, this button reads Disable Radio, and when the
radio is disabled, the button reads Enable Radio.
Active Config: Lists the name(s) of the active configuration profile(s)
which are referred to as “configs”. When a config is chosen from the Active
Config drop-down menu, the settings for that config become active.
If ThirdPartyConfig is selected, after the WORKABOUT PRO G2 goes
through a power cycle, WZC is used for configuration of the radio. See
“ThirdPartyConfig” on page 26 for details.
Association Status: Indicates if the radio is associated to an access point. If
this is not the case, Association Status indicates the radio status.
Software Version: This field displays the version of the device driver and
the SCU that are running on the WORKABOUT PRO G2.
About Box: This box provides information about the SCU.
2.5.2 Config Tab
The Config tab allows you to define radio and security settings that are stored in the
registry as part of the configuration profile or config.
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Config Tab
The config you create and save is listed in the Active Config drop-down menu in the
Main tab You can define up to 20 configs.
Radio
Attributes
Figure 2.8 SCU Config Tab
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Config: Used to choose the config to be viewed or edited. If ThirdPartyConfig is chosen, after the WORKABOUT PRO G2 goes through a power
cycle, WZC is used for configuration of the radio.
Rename: Allows you to assign a config name.
Delete: Deletes the config unless it is currently active.
New: Allows you to create a new config with default settings and assign it
a name.
Commit: Saves all changes.
Radio Attributes: Lists radio attributes. These attributes can be individually chosen from this menu. When an attribute is chosen, an associated
list of options is displayed where you can assign new settings or view
existing settings.
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Config Tab
The following table describes the options in the Radio Attributes drop-down menu:
Radio
Attribute
Config
SSID
Client
Name
Description
Name of config (configuration profile). Use
Rename button to change
name.
Service set identifier
(SSID) for WLAN to
which the radio connects.
Name assigned to radio &
WORKABOUT PRO G2
into which it is installed.
Value
Default
Maximum of 32 characters.
None
Maximum of 32 characters.
None
Maximum of 16 characters.
None
CAM: Constantly awake.
Maximum: Maximum
Power save mode for
Power Save
power savings.
Fast
radio.
Fast: Fast power save
mode.
Max: Maximum defined for
current regulatory domain.
Tx Power Maximum transmit power.
Max
Measured in mW: 50,30,10,
1.
Auto: Rate automatically
Used by radio when internegotiated with access
Bit Rate
acting with WLAN access
point.
Auto
point.
Rates in Mbps: 1, 2, 5.5, 6.9
11, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54.
B rates only: 1, 2, 5.5, & 11
Mbps.
G rates only: 6, 9, 12, 18,
Used by 802.11g when
24, 36, 48, and 54 Mbps. BG rates
Radio
interacting with access
BG rates full: All B and G
optiMode
point.
rates.
mized
BG rates optimized: 1, 2,
5.5, 6, 11, 24, 36 & 54
Mbps.
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Radio
Attribute
Description
Value
802.11 authentication type
Open, shared-key, or LEAP
used when associating
(Network-EAP).
with access point.
None, LEAP, EAP-FAST,
Extensible Authentication
PEAP-MSCHAP
Protocol type used for
EAP Type
– To use EAP-TLS, you
802.1X authentication to
must
access point.
use WZC.
User: Username or
Authentication credentials Domain/Username (up to
for the selected EAP type.
64 characters).
Credentials
Password: up to 64 characRefer to “EAP Credenters.
tials” on page 25.
For PEAP: CA Cert–CA
server certificate filename.
None, Manual WEP, Auto
WEP (generated during
EAP authentication), WPA
PSK, WPA TKIP, WPA2
PSK, WPA2 TKIP, WPA2
Type of encryption used to
Encryption
AES, CCKM TKIP.
protect transmitted data.
For Manual WEP: Up to
four
static WEP keys.
For PSK: ASCII passphrase
or hex PSK.
Auth Type
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Default
Open
None
None
None
EAP-Type & Encryption: Security settings. These settings allow you to
enhance the security of data across the wireless LAN. Refer to “EAP Credentials” on page 25 and “SCU Security Capabilities” below, for details
about these settings.
SCU Security Capabilities
The SCU provides integrated security to protect transmitted data as well as the handheld and wireless WAN infrastructure that transmit and receive data.
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SCU Security Capabilities
A foundational element of the IEEE 802.11i WLAN security standard is IEEE
802.1X and a critical application on a mobile device is an 802.1X supplicant. This
supplicant provides an interface between the radio and the operating system and
supports the authentication and encryption elements required for 802.11i, also
known as Wi-Fi Protected Access 2 (WPA2), as well as predecessors such as WPA
and WEP. Summit software includes an integrated supplicant that supports a broad
range of security capabilities, including:
• 802.1X authentication using pre-shared keys or an EAP type, required for
WPA2 and WPA.
• Data encryption and decryption using WPA2 AES, WPA TKIP or WEP.
Common EAP types include:
• EAP-TLS: Uses the same technology as a follow-on to Secure Socket
Layer (SSL). It provides strong security, but relies on client certificates for
user authentication.
• PEAP: Provides secure user authentication by using a TLS tunnel to
encrypt EAP traffic. Two different inner methods are used with PEAP:
• EAP-MSCHAPV2, resulting in PEAP-MSCHAP: This is appropriate
for use against Windows Active Directory and domains.
• EAP-GTC, resulting in PEAP-GTC: This is for authentication with onetime passwords (OTPs) against OTP databases such as SecureID.
• LEAP: Is an authentication method for use with Cisco WLAN access
points. LEAP does not require the use of server or client certificates. LEAP
supports Windows Active Directory and domains but requires the use of
strong passwords to avoid vulnerability to offline dictionary attacks.
• EAP-FAST: Is a successor to LEAP and does not require strong passwords
to protect against offline dictionary attacks. Like LEAP, EAP-FAST does
not require the use of server or client certificates and supports Windows
Active Directory and domains.
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EAP Credentials
SCU EAP Types
The following EAP types are supported by the integrated supplicant and can be
configured in SCU: PEAP-MSCHAP, PEAP-GTC, LEAP and EAP-FAST. With
each of these four types, if authentication credentials are not stored in the config,
you will be prompted to enter credentials the first time the radio attempts to
associate to an access point that supports 802.1X (EAP).
Consider the following when configuring one of the EAP types:
• PEAP-GTC: SCU supports static (login) passwords only.
• LEAP: Strong passwords are recommended.
• EAP-FAST: SCU supports automatic, not manual, PAC provisioning.
EAP-TLS will work with a RA2041 radio module when Windows Zero Config
(WZC) rather than the SCU is used to configure the type. With WZC, the native
Windows supplicant instead of the SCU integrated supplicant is used.
2.5.2.2
EAP Credentials
Keep the following in mind when defining security settings:
• If the credentials specified in the config are incorrect and that config is used,
the authentication fails without an error message; you will not be prompted
to enter correct credentials.
• If the credentials are not specified in the config, when the radio tries to associate using that config, you will be prompted to enter the credentials.
• When prompted, you can enter valid credentials, enter invalid credentials,
or cancel the operation.
• If you enter valid credentials and tap OK, the radio will associate and
authenticate.
• If you enter invalid credentials and tap on OK, the radio will associate
but will not authenticate; you will be prompted again to enter credentials.
• If you tap on Cancel or clear the credentials fields and tap on OK, the
radio will not attempt to associate with that config until you perform one
of the following actions (while the config is the active config):
• Cause the WORKABOUT PRO G2 to go through a power cycle or suspend/resume.
• Disable and enable the radio, or tap the Reconnect button on the Diags
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ThirdPartyConfig
• Modify the config, and tap on Commit.
Alternatively, you can choose another config as the active config and then switch
back to the config for which EAP authentication was cancelled.
2.5.2.3
ThirdPartyConfig
If you choose to configure ThirdPartyConfig, the SCU will work with the operating
system’s Windows Zero Config (WZC) to configure radio and security settings for
the CF radio installed in the unit.
Choosing this config means that WZC must be used to define the following radio
and security options: SSID, Auth Type, EAP Type and Encryption.The SCU settings
for ThirdPartyConfig include: Client Name, Power Save, Tx Power, Bit Rate and
Radio Mode. These SCU settings along with SCU global settings and the WZC
settings will be applied to the radio module.
2.5.3 Global Settings Tab
Figure 2.9 SCU Global Settings Tab
The Global Settings tab allows you to define radio and security settings that apply to
all configs (profiles), along with settings that apply specifically to the SCU.
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Global Settings Tab
The Global Settings in the table below can be edited in the SCU:
Global Setting
Description
Value
Default
Activates three CCX features: AP-assisted roaming,
CCX features
AP-specified maximum
On, Off
Off
transmit power & radio management.
Directory where certificates
Valid directory
DepenCerts Path
for EAP authentication are path up to 64 char- dent on
stored.
acters.
device.
Packet is fragmented when
Integer from 256
Frag Thresh
packet size (in bytes) exceeds
2346
to 2346.
threshold.
802.11g short slot timing
G Shortslot
Auto, Off, On
Auto
mode.
Password that must be speciAdmin PassA string of up to
fied when Admin Login
SUMMIT
word
64 characters.
button is pressed.
On - SCU as well as EAP
authentication dialog boxes
Hide Passwords hide passwords, WEP keys
On, Off
Off
and other sensitive information.
Available only with
LED
On, Off
Off
MCF10G.
Type of radio preamble or
Preamble
Auto, Short, Long
Auto
headers.
Amount of data to be trans- Bytes: 32, 64, 128,
Ping Payload
32
mitted on a ping.
256, 512 & 1024
Amount of time in millisecPing Timeout
onds that passes without a
Integer from 0 to
5000
ms
response before ping request
30000.
is considered a failure.
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Global Setting
Ping Delay ms
Roam Delta
Roam Period
Roam Trigger
RTS Thresh
RX Diversity
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Description
Value
Amount of time in millisecInteger from 0 to
onds between successive ping
7200000.
requests.
Amount by which second
AP’s RSSI must exceed the
moving average RSSI for the
dBm: 5, 10, 15,
current AP before the radio
20, 25, 30, 35
will attempt to roam to a
second AP.
Following an association or
roam scan (with no roam),
Seconds: 5, 10, 15,
the number of seconds the
20, 25, 30, 35, 40,
radio
45, 50, 55, 60
collects RSSI scan data
before considering roaming.
If RSSI from AP is less than
roam trigger value, radio per- dBm: -50, -55, forms roam scan or probes
60,
for an AP with stronger
-65, -70, -75
signal.
Packet size above which
An integer from 0
RTS/CTS is required on link.
to 2347.
-On-Start on
Main: On startup,
use main antenna.
-On-Start on Aux:
Defines how to handle
On startup, use
antenna diversity when
auxiliary antenna.
receiving data from AP.
-Main only: Use
main antenna only.
-Aux only: Use
auxiliary antenna
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10
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On-Start
on Main
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Status Tab
Global Setting
TX Diversity
WMM
Description
Value
-Main only: Use
main antenna only.
Defines how to handle
-Aux only: Use
antenna diversity when transauxiliary antenna
mitting data to AP.
only.
-On: Use diversity.
Use Wi-Fi Multimedia
Extensions, also know as
On, Off
WMM.
Default
On
Off
2.5.4 Status Tab
Figure 2.10 SCU Status Tab
The Status tab provides status information including IP address and MAC address
for the client radio, IP address and MAC address for the AP, signal strength,
channel, transmit power and data rate.
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Diags Tab
2.5.5 Diags Tab
Ping Address
Ping Results
Figure 2.11 Diags Tab
Use the Diags tab as a troubleshooting tool. The functions are as follows:
• (Re)Connect: Enables/Disables the radio, applies/reapplies current config
and tries to associate and authenticate to the wireless LAN, logging all
activity in the output area at bottom of the dialog box.
• Release/Renew: Obtains a new IP address through DHCP and logs all
activity in the output area.
• Start Ping: Starts a continuous ping to the address in the text box next to
this button. This is a toggle button so when you tap on it, it changes to Stop
Ping. Closing this window or tapping on another button also stops the ping.
• Diagnostics: Attempts to connect or reconnect to an AP, and provides a
more detailed dump of data than if you used (Re)connect. The dump
includes the radio state, config settings, global settings and BSSID list
of APs. The SCU is saved to a file called _sdc_diag.txt in the Windows
directory.
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Checking The Scanner
2.6 Checking The Scanner
If your WORKABOUT PRO G2 is equipped with an internal scanner, you can test it
to ensure that it is operating properly. Point the scanner window at a bar code that
your scanner was designed to decode—for example, a 1D UPC bar code or 2D bar
code. Press the SCAN button or pistol trigger, and check for a valid decode on the
hand-held’s screen.
Performance is improved if you disable all unneeded bar codes in the Bar Codes
screen. Review “Scanner Settings” on page 135 for details about bar codes.
2.7 Using Microsoft® ActiveSync®
ActiveSync®—Microsoft PC connectivity software—can be used to connect the
hand-held to PCs running this software.
Note:
Keep in mind that you’ll need to run the USB Setup program to configure
your workstation before connecting the WORKABOUT PRO G2 via USB.
By connecting the WORKABOUT PRO G2 to a PC with a cable and running
ActiveSync on the PC, you can:
• View WORKABOUT PRO G2 files from Windows Explorer.
• Drag and drop files between the WORKABOUT PRO G2 and the PC in the
same way that you would between PC drives.
• Back up WORKABOUT PRO G2 files to the PC, then restore them from
the PC to the hand-held again, if needed, and so on.
To install ActiveSync, follow the step-by-step instructions provided with the
program’s setup wizard. Refer to the following website for details:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/addons/default.mspx
2.8 Resetting The Hand-Held
2.8.1 Performing A Warm Reset
To execute a warm reset:
• Press and hold down the [BLUE] key and the [ENTER/ON] key simultaneously for a minimum of six seconds.
A warm reset closes open applications; any unsaved data are lost. Installed
programs and saved data are preserved.
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Performing A Cold Reset – Accessing The BooSt Menu
Note:
You do not need to reset your WORKABOUT PRO G2 after configuring
the radio.
2.8.2 Performing A Cold Reset – Accessing The BooSt Menu
•
Press and hold down the centre [SCAN] key and then press the [BLUE] and
[ENTER] keys simultaneously for a minimum of six seconds.
After a cold reset, the BooSt menu appears, listing possible BooSt commands.
• To load the Windows Embedded CE 5.0 operating system, type 1.
Note:
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Authorized personnel can perform a ‘clean start’. A clean start resets
not only the registry settings to factory defaults, but also erases any
files or applications stored or installed on the built-in flash file system. After a clean start, anything that is not part of the OS image is
erased. Only data stored on a SD/MMC card or externally to the
device on a USB memory stick or on a PC is preserved during a
clean start.
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3.1 Features Of The WORKABOUT PRO G2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
3.2 The Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
3.2.1 Battery Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
3.2.2.1 Battery Swap Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
3.2.2 Removing The Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
3.2.3 Charging The Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
3.2.3.1 Chargers And Docking Stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
3.3 Switching The Hand-Held On And Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
3.4 The Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
3.4.1 Modifier Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
3.4.1.1 Activating Modifier Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
3.4.1.2 Locking Modifier Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
3.4.2 The Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
3.4.3 Function Keys And Macro Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
3.4.3.1 Function Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
3.4.3.2 Macro Keys (WORKABOUT PRO C G2 Only) . . . . . . 42
3.4.4 52-Key Keyboard – Accessing Alpha Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
3.4.5 25-Key Keyboard – Accessing Alphanumeric Keys . . . . . . . . . 42
3.4.6 The Keypad Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
3.5 The Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
3.5.1 Adjusting The Display Backlight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
3.5.2 Calibrating The Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
3.6 WORKABOUT PRO G2 Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3.6.1 LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3.6.2 Audio Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
3.6.2.1 Adjusting WORKABOUT PRO G2 Speaker Volume. . . . 47
3.6.3 Onscreen Indicators. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
3.7 Monitoring The Battery And Maximizing Run Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
3.7.1 Storing Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
3.8 Uploading Data In A Docking Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
3.9 Bluetooth Radio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
3.10 The SD/MMC Card—Adding Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
3.10.1 Inserting The Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
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3.11 General Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
3.11.1 Caring For The Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
3.11.2 Cleaning The WORKABOUT PRO G2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
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Features Of The WORKABOUT PRO G2
3.1 Features Of The WORKABOUT PRO G2
Speaker
Stylus
LED
(Light Emitting Diode)
Microphone Port
Figure 3.1 Front Of WORKABOUT PRO G2
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The Battery
Back Cover
Scanner Window
Warning Label
Battery
Stylus Cover
(Pointing Tool)
Battery Pack
Stylus
(pointing
tool)
Tether Port
End Cap
Figure 3.2 Back Of WORKABOUT PRO G2
3.2 The Battery
The hand-held operates with a Lithium-Ion battery pack. Preparing the unit for
operation requires that a battery pack be charged and installed in the
WORKABOUT PRO G2.
3.2.1 Battery Safety
Important:
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Before attempting to install, use or charge the battery pack, it is
critical that you review and follow the important safety guidelines
in the guide entitled ‘WORKABOUT PRO Hand-Held Computer
Regulatory & Warranty Guide’, PN 8000126.
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Removing The Battery Pack
3.2.2 Removing The Battery Pack
Important:
Always switch the unit off before changing the battery. If you do
not turn the hand-held off before removing the battery, it may be
necessary to reboot the unit. Any active sessions may be lost.
While the battery is being replaced, the WORKABOUT PRO G2
backup battery will save the current data for up to 5 minutes.
Refer to “Installing The Battery And Switching The Unit On” on page 12.
3.2.2.1
Battery Swap Time
Assuming the default power saving parameters and battery reserve level have not
been altered, battery swap time is approximately 5 minutes—you will not lose data
if the battery is replaced within this time frame.
To protect data, the safest place to store data is on a SD/MMC memory card or
externally to the device on a USB memory stick or on a PC.
To protect against data loss, the unit will automatically shut down with enough
reserve in the main battery to last up to 99 hours, the default setting. (Refer to
“Suspend Threshold” on page 102 for details about reserving battery power for data
backup purposes.) Even when the hand-held shuts down, the backup battery
continues to draw a trickle charge from the main battery to maintain the data stored
in the unit until a new battery can be installed.
3.2.3 Charging The Battery
Batteries shipped from the factory are charged to approximately 40% of capacity.
They must be fully charged prior to use.
Keep in mind also that, along with the main battery, the WORKABOUT PRO is
equipped with an internal, backup battery that preserves data stored on the unit
while the main battery is swapped.
Important:
The backup battery is trickle charged from the main battery. To
maximize battery life, avoid excessive discharging and recharging
of the backup battery by keeping the main battery fully charged.
IF YOU ARE POWERING UP A NEW UNIT, a warning message
may appear on the screen indicating that the backup battery
capacity is low. To recharge the backup battery, you must fully
charge the WORKABOUT PRO with the main battery installed in
the unit. An overnight charge is recommended.
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Chargers And Docking Stations
3.2.3.1
Chargers And Docking Stations
Important:
FOR DETAILED INFORMATION about chargers and docking
stations, refer to “Peripheral Devices & Accessories” on
page 213.
Lithium Ion battery packs must be charged before use. These batteries can be
charged with a variety of chargers and docking stations. These include:
• Desktop Docking Station (Model # WA4003-G2)—operates as both a
charger and a docking station. Operating as a charger, both the battery
installed in the hand-held and a spare battery can be charged simultaneously.
• Quad Docking Station (Model # WA4004-G1)—can charge the battery of
up to four WORKABOUT PROs inserted in the docking station.
• Single Battery Charger (Model # WA3001-G1)—charges a single battery.
• Quad Battery Charger (Model # WA3004-G1)—charges up to four spare
Standard or High-Capacity WORKABOUT PRO battery packs.
It can take up to 5 hours to charge a battery. The WORKABOUT PRO intelligent
charging system protects the battery from over-charging by terminating the charge
process when the battery is at maximum capacity.
Note:
Refer to “Monitoring The Battery And Maximizing Run Time” on page 49
for additional information about the battery.
Important:
To avoid damaging the battery, chargers will not begin the charge
process until the battery temperature is between 0° C to 45 °C
(32° F to 113° F).
3.3 Switching The Hand-Held On And Off
Switching On The WORKABOUT PRO G2
Note:
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•
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Whenever the battery cover is removed, an auto-shutoff switch is activated. The battery cover must be installed before the unit can be switched
on.
Press and hold down the [ENTER/ON] key for at least one second.
When the LED flashes green, release the [ENTER/ON] button.
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If the unit does not power up, the power ON/OFF switch located in the battery
compartment may be set to OFF. In this case, you’ll need to remove the battery
cover and battery and slide the ON/OFF switch to ON.
The startup screen is displayed.
Note:
If the WORKABOUT PRO G2 is in suspend state, pressing [ENTER/ON]
key ‘wakes’ the unit from this state. The screen in which you were working
before the computer entered suspend state is displayed.
Switching Off The WORKABOUT PRO G2 (Suspend)
Important:
Keep in mind that turning off the WORKABOUT PRO does not
result in a complete reboot; rather, the unit enters a power-saving,
“suspend” state. When the unit is turned on from suspend state,
operation resumes within a few seconds.
To switch off the WORKABOUT PRO G2:
• Press the [BLUE] key, and then press the [ENTER/ON] key.
3.4 The Keyboard
The WORKABOUT PRO G2 is available in two models, each with it’s own
keyboard layout. The WORKABOUT PRO C G2 model is equipped with a 52-key,
alphanumeric keyboard; the WORKABOUT PRO S G2 model is equipped with a
25-key numeric keyboard.
Most of the keys on these keyboards operate much like a desktop computer. Where a
key or key function is not consistent with the PC keyboard, the differences are
noted.
The [FN/BLUE] and [FN/ORANGE] modifier keys provide access to additional
keys and system functions. These functions are colour coded in orange and blue
print above the keyboard keys.
3.4.1 Modifier Keys
The [SHIFT], [CTRL], [ALT], [FN/BLUE] and [FN/ORANGE] keys are modifier
keys. Pressing a modifier key changes the function of the next key pressed. For
example, on a WORKABOUT PRO C G2, 52-key keyboard, a square bracket is
printed in orange print above the [4] key. Pressing the [FN/ORANGE] key followed
by the [4] key displays a square bracket rather than the number 4.
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Activating Modifier Keys
The [SHIFT], [CTRL] and [ALT] keys operate much like a desktop keyboard except
that they are not chorded (two keys held down simultaneously). The modifier key
must be pressed first followed by the key whose function you want modified.
3.4.1.1
Activating Modifier Keys
When a modifier key is pressed once, it is displayed in lowercase letters in the
taskbar at the bottom of the hand-held screen. For example, if the [CTRL] key is
pressed, ctrl key is displayed at the bottom of the unit screen. Once the next key is
pressed, the modifier key becomes inactive and disappears from the taskbar.
Keep in mind, however, that the ‘One Shot’ function allows you to determine how
many key presses will lock a modifier key ‘on’ – one press or two. Refer to
“Keyboard One Shot Modes” on page 92 for details.
3.4.1.2
Locking Modifier Keys
When a modifier key is pressed twice, it is ‘locked’ on. A ‘locked’ modifier key is
displayed in uppercase letters in the taskbar. For example, pressing the [CTRL] key
twice locks it on—it is displayed as CTRL KEY in the taskbar at the bottom of the
computer screen.
The locked modifier key will remain active until it is pressed a third time to unlock
or turn it off. Once a modifier key is unlocked, the uppercase representation at the
bottom of the screen is no longer displayed.
3.4.2 The Keys
The [SHIFT] Key
The [SHIFT] key is used to display uppercase alpha characters and provide access to
the symbols above the numeric keys.
The Arrow Keys
The Arrow keys move the cursor around the screen in the direction of the arrow: up,
down, left and right. The cursor is the flashing box or underline character that
indicates where the next character you type will appear.
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Function Keys And Macro Keys
The [SPACE] Key
Pressing this key inserts a blank space between characters. In a Windows dialog
box, pressing the [SPACE] key enables or disables a checkbox. On WORKABOUT
PRO S G2 models, this key is accessed by key combination – [FN/ORANGE] [0]
(zero).
The [BKSP/DEL] Key
The [BKSP] key (sometimes referred to as destructive backspace) moves the cursor
one character to the left, erasing the incorrectly entered key stroke.
The [DEL] key ([FN/BLUE] [BKSP]) erases the character at the cursor position.
The [CTRL] And [ALT] Key
The [CTRL] and [ALT] keys modify the function of the next key pressed and are
application dependent.
The [TAB] Key
Typically, the [TAB] key moves the cursor to the next field to the right or
downward.
The [ESC] Key
Generally, this key is used as a keyboard shortcut to close the current menu, dialog
box or activity and return to the previous one.
The [SCAN] Keys
All units are equipped with three yellow [SCAN] keys – one on the left side and one
on the right side of the unit along with a curved, yellow scan bar just below the
WORKABOUT PRO G2 display. For units that do not have internal scanners, this
key can be re-mapped to another function.
3.4.3 Function Keys And Macro Keys
In addition to the standard keyboard functions, the WORKABOUT PRO G2
supports Function keys and Macro keys. All Function and Macro keys can be
custom defined for each application.
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Function Keys
3.4.3.1
Function Keys
The WORKABOUT PRO G2 keyboard is equipped with a total of 14 function keys.
Function keys [F1] to [F4] are located across the top of the keyboard next to the
[TAB], [ALT], [CTRL] and [ESC] keys and are directly accessible – a key
combination is not required. Ten additional function keys are colour coded in blue
print on the unit body; these keys are accessed by executing a key combination,
[FN/BLUE] followed by the appropriate numeric key.
For example, to access function key [F7]:
• Press the [FN/BLUE] key followed by the [7] key – the numeric key to
which function key [F7] is mapped.
• To access function key [F8], press [FN/BLUE] [8], and so on.
3.4.3.2
Important:
Macro Keys (WORKABOUT PRO C G2 Only)
Refer to “Keyboard Macro Keys” on page 93 for details about
creating macros.
WORKABOUT PRO G2 hand-helds are equipped with a series of macro keys that
can be programmed to replace frequently used keystrokes, along with the function
of executable keys like the [ENTER] key, the [BKSP] key, any function key and
arrow key, and so on.
Alphanumeric (52-keys) keyboards have three macro keys: [M1] to [M3]. These
keys are colour coded in orange print above alpha keys [O], [P] and [Q].
To access a macro key:
• Press the [FN/ORANGE] key followed by the appropriate alpha key from
[O] to [Q].
To access macro key [M1], press [FN/ORANGE] [O].
To access macro key [M2], press [FN/ORANGE] [P], and so on.
3.4.4 52-Key Keyboard – Accessing Alpha Keys
The alpha and numeric keys on WORKABOUT PRO C G2 units are directly
accessible from the keyboard – no key combination is required.
3.4.5 25-Key Keyboard – Accessing Alphanumeric Keys
On 25-key WORKABOUT PRO G2s, while numeric keys are directly accessible,
all alpha characters are printed on the unit plastic in orange typeface above the
numeric keys. An indicator in the left corner of the taskbar displays the currently
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selected character. To access an alpha character, first press the [ORANGE] key and
then press the numeric key above which the alpha character you want to type is
printed.
Choosing A Single Alpha Character
The examples below illustrate how to access, A, B and C, all of which are printed in
orange characters above the numeric key [2].
Important:
The letters you choose appear in the taskbar, providing a visual
indicator of which letter will be displayed on the screen.
To choose the letter a:
• Press the [FN/ORANGE] key, and press the numeric key [2].
Note: To choose the second, third or fourth alpha character assigned to a
numeric key, you may want to lock the [FN/ORANGE] key ‘on’. By
default, the [FN/ORANGE] key is locked ‘on’ when pressed once. However, depending on how your unit is set up in the ‘One Shots’ tab, you may
find that you need to press the [ALPHA/ORANGE] key twice to lock it
‘on’. Refer to “Keyboard One Shot Modes” on page 92for details.
To choose the second letter in the sequence—in this example, the letter b:
• Lock the [FN/ORANGE] key ‘on’. ‘ORG KEY is displayed in upper-case
characters in the taskbar to indicate that this key is locked ‘on’.
• Press numeric key [2] twice to display the letter b.
To choose the third letter in the sequence—in this example, the letter c:
• Lock the [ALPHA/ORANGE] key ‘on’.
• Press numeric key [2] three times to display the letter c.
Note:
Keep in mind that there is a timeout if you pause for one second between
key presses when selecting the second, third or fourth letters on a key. For
example, suppose you want to type the letter ‘c’–you’d need to press the
[2] key three times. With the [FN/ORANGE] key locked ‘on’, if you press
[2] twice and then pause between key presses for 1 second, the letter ‘b’
will be selected automatically.
Creating Uppercase Letters
To display a capital letter:
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The Keypad Backlight
•
Note:
Press the [FN/ORANGE] key and then the [SHIFT] key before typing the
alpha character.
If you want to use uppercase characters at all times, press [FN/BLUE]
[SHIFT]. An icon of an uppercase ‘A’ is displayed in the taskbar indicating
that all letters will be displayed as uppercase characters.
Choosing Multiple Alpha Characters
• Lock the [FN/ORANGE] key ‘on’.
Each time you press a numeric key from [2] through [9], an alpha character will be
displayed on the screen. Remember that you can refer to the softkey bar for a visual
indication of which alpha key will be displayed on the screen.
• Once you have finished typing alpha characters, remember to turn off
or unlock the [FN/ORANGE] key.
3.4.6 The Keypad Backlight
The intensity of the keypad backlight and the conditions under which this backlight
is activated can be configured using the Keyboard icon in the Windows Embedded
CE 5.0 Control Panel. The behaviour of the keypad backlight is tailored in the
Keyboard Properties dialog box. Refer to “Keyboard Backlight” on page 91 for
details about this option.
Note:
Keep in mind that this option may be restricted to supervisory use only.
3.5 The Display
WORKABOUT PRO G2s are equipped with display backlighting to improve
character visibility in low light conditions. The backlight switches on when a key is
pressed and the ambient light is below the set threshold.
3.5.1 Adjusting The Display Backlight
The Display Properties dialog box in the Control Panel allows you to determine
the behaviour of the display backlight and its intensity
Note:
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Calibrating The Touchscreen
3.5.2 Calibrating The Touchscreen
If your WORKABOUT PRO G2 touchscreen has never been calibrated, or if you
find that the stylus pointer is not accurate when you tap on an item, use the Stylus
Properties dialog box in the Control Panel to recalibrate the screen.
• In the Control Panel, choose the Stylus icon to display the Stylus Properties window.
Figure 3.3 Stylus Icon
•
Select the Calibration tab, and then choose the Recalibrate button.
Figure 3.4 Calibration Screen
•
Follow the directions on the calibration screen to calibrate the screen.
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WORKABOUT PRO G2 Indicators
3.6 WORKABOUT PRO G2 Indicators
The WORKABOUT PRO G2 uses an LED (Light Emitting Diode), onscreen
messages and audio tones to indicate the various conditions of the hand-held, the
batteries, the scans and so on.
3.6.1 LED
A single, two-coloured LED is located on the upper-right side of the keyboard, just
above the [ON] key. When you press [ON], the LED flashes green to indicate that
the unit has been powered up. The LED table following outlines the behaviour of
the LED while the unit is docked in a charger.
Keep in mind that the application running on the WORKABOUT PRO G2 can
dictate how the LED operates. Review the documentation provided with your
application to determine LED behaviour.
If the unit is attached to an external power supply, the hand-held LED reflects the
battery charge status.
LED Behaviour
Charge Status
Solid Green
Charge complete.
Fast Blinking Green
Charge in progress. Battery charged to less than 80%
capacity.
Slow Blinking Green
Battery charged to greater than 80% of capacity.
Solid Red
Temperature outside charge range (0° C to 50° C).
Blinking Red
Battery is not charging. Battery fault.
3.6.2 Audio Indicators
The audio speaker provides a variety of sounds when a key is pressed, a keyboard
character is rejected, scan input is accepted or rejected, an operator’s entry does not
match in a match field or the battery is low. To specify how you want your
WORKABOUT PRO G2 to respond under various conditions, refer to “Volume
And Sound Properties” on page 99.
The volume keys are located above [UP ARROW] and [DOWN ARROW]. The
increase volume key is labelled with a plus symbol
and the decrease volume
key is labelled with a minus symbol
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Adjusting WORKABOUT PRO G2 Speaker Volume
3.6.2.1
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Adjusting WORKABOUT PRO G2 Speaker Volume
Lock the [FN/BLUE] key ‘on’ and then, press [UP ARROW]—the
increase volume key or [DOWN ARROW]—the decrease volume key until
the volume meets your requirements.
Remember to press the [FN/BLUE] key again to turn it ‘off’.
3.6.3 Onscreen Indicators
The taskbar at the bottom of the screen displays a variety of system status indicators.
Figure 3.5 Taskbar
The taskbar changes dynamically, and only those icons that are applicable are
displayed. For example, if a radio is not installed in your WORKABOUT PRO G2,
the radio signal icon is not displayed in the taskbar.
Windows® Start Button
If you are using the touchscreen, you can either tap the Windows icon at the bottom
left of the screen, or press [FN/BLUE] [.] (period) to display the Start Menu, and
then tap on the desired application.
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Onscreen Indicators
Modifier Key Indicators
[SHIFT], [CTRL], [ALT], [FN/BLUE] and [FN/ORANGE] are modifier keys that
when pressed, are displayed in the taskbar to indicate that they are active. If a
modifier key is locked ‘on’, it is displayed in uppercase characters. For example, if
the [FN/BLUE] key is locked on, it is displayed as BLUE KEY in the taskbar. A locked
modifier key remains active until it is pressed again to unlock or turn it off.
If a modifier key has been pressed but is not locked on, it is displayed in the taskbar
in lowercase characters – for example, blue key. It will remain active only until the next
key is pressed at which point, the modifier key is turned off.
Note: The locking function of the modifier keys can be set up so that pressing
one of these keys once will lock the key ‘on’. They can also be set up so
that they must be pressed twice to be locked ‘on’. Refer to “Keyboard One
Shot Modes” on page 92for details.
Battery Gauge
The battery shaped icon displayed in the taskbar provides a visual indication of the
remaining battery power. The icon acts as a meter that is either full, at three-quarter
level, half, quarter level or empty.
When the battery level is low—approximately 15 minutes from empty—a warning
window pops up. When the battery power is completely depleted, a final warning
window indicates that the WORKABOUT PRO G2 will be powered down.
If the WORKABOUT PRO G2 is using external AC power, an AC icon is displayed
in the taskbar.
Full
75%
50%
25%
Empty
AC Connection
Battery Charge
The battery charge icon is displayed in the taskbar when the hand-held battery is
being charged.
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802.11 Radio Signal Quality
Increasing radio signal quality is represented by longer, filled bars within this icon.
Good
Reception
Weak
Reception
No Radio
Link
Docking Device
When a hand-held is inserted in a docking station or charger, an associated icon
appears in the taskbar.
Bluetooth Radio
This icon displayed in the taskbar represents the installed Bluetooth radio.
Security Level
Security levels can be set to limit user access. In addition, applications can be
restricted to prevent inadvertent changes.
Wireless WAN
These icons provide access to and information about the WORKABOUT PRO G2
GSM/GPRS wide area networking status. Refer to Appendix B: “Wireless WAN”
for details about each of these taskbar icons.
3.7 Monitoring The Battery And Maximizing Run Time
Note:
When the main battery is at 50% capacity, a ‘low battery’ warning is displayed. When the battery is at approximately 10% capacity, a ‘very low
main battery’ notification appears.
Under normal operating conditions, fully charged Standard Batteries hold a charge
for up to 8 hours. High-Capacity batteries can hold a charge for up to 12 hours.
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Storing Batteries
As Lithium Ion batteries age, their capacity decreases gradually, and they are
generally considered depleted after approximately 2 years of use (less than 60% of
original capacity remaining). Keep in mind however that heavy usage or operating
the unit at temperature extremes will shorten the battery life.
Lithium Ion batteries do not require conditioning cycles and the WORKABOUT
PRO battery system (including chargers) requires no user interaction to maintain
peak performance.
To maximize the run time of your batteries, consider the following:
• The display backlight is the largest drain on the battery. Try to keep its
brightness as low as possible.
• The hand-held is ‘event’ driven—that is, when the unit is not in use, it
reverts to sleep mode (even when it appears to be running), saving battery
power. Events include a key press, touchscreen taps and scan triggers.
Power consumption is reduced if you avoid unnecessary events, and allow
the unit to sleep as much as possible.
• The battery is a ‘smart battery’ with built-in intelligence.
Tapping on the Power icon in the Control Panel displays a dialog box that
provides detailed information about the battery status of the main and
backup batteries installed in your unit.
• When the hand-held is switched off, it goes into a low-power, suspend state
but continues to draw a small amount of power from the battery. This
should not be an issue unless the unit is left in suspend state for more than a
week—for long-term storage, the battery should be removed from the unit.
3.7.1 Storing Batteries
Long term battery storage is not recommended. If storage is necessary:
• Always try to use a ‘first-in first-out’ approach to minimize storage time.
• Lithium Ion batteries age much faster at elevated temperatures. Store batteries at temperatures between 0° C and 20° C.
• Always charge batteries to at least 40 to 60% before storing them. Batteries
can be damaged by an over-discharge phenomenon that occurs when an
empty battery is stored for a long period of time such that the cell voltage
drops below a lower limit.
• To minimize storage degradation, recharge stored batteries to 40 to 60%
every 4 or 6 months to prevent over-discharge damage.
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A ‘never used’ Li-Ion battery that has been stored for 3 years may have
limited or no useful life remaining once put into service. Think of batteries
as perishable goods.
3.8 Uploading Data In A Docking Station
Important:
Review the documentation provided with the user application installed
in your WORKABOUT PRO before performing data uploads.
The desktop docking station and quad docking station allow the WORKABOUT
PRO G2 to link to an Ethernet network. They are typically used to upload
transaction data to a server computer when a radio link is not available.
Note: Refer to “Desktop Docking Station” on page 223 for more details.
The desktop docking station can complete batch uploads to a Client USB connected
PC or server. An optional 10/100baseT Ethernet module is also available.
Unlike the desktop docking station, the quad docking station supports only TCP/IP
connections to a PC or server through a 10/100baseT Ethernet connection.
When a WORKABOUT PRO is properly inserted in a docking station, a dock icon
is displayed in the navigation bar at the top of the screen. The unit also detects the
presence of the Ethernet network.
3.9 Bluetooth Radio
Note:
Integrated Bluetooth class II radios are standard on WORKABOUT
PRO C and S G2 units. Keep in mind also that Bluetooth is available
simultaneously with WAN and 802.11g on a single unit.
The WORKABOUT PRO is equipped with an on-board Bluetooth radio. This type of
radio enables short range data communication between devices. The Bluetooth also
provides the capability to use a Bluetooth-enabled cellular phone as a data modem,
exchanging information with other Bluetooth devices and providing network access.
Refer to “Bluetooth Setup” on page 111for setup details.
3.10 The SD/MMC Card—Adding Memory
To add additional non-volatile memory to your hand-held, you can insert a Secure
Digital/Multi-Media Card (SD/MMC) through the battery compartment.
3.10.1 Inserting The Card
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Switch off the WORKABOUT PRO.
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General Maintenance
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Remove the battery cover and the battery.
A hinged door at the top of the battery compartment protects the connectors.
• Lift the hinged SD door by gently pulling upward on the metal tab.
• Orient the SD/MMC card according to the legend stamped into the battery
well plastic.
• Place the card in the slot with the card contacts down, and slide it inward
until it latches into place.
• Swing the hinged door back into place.
To remove the card:
• Gently press it inward slightly until the detent unlatches, and the card is
expelled from the slot.
3.11 General Maintenance
3.11.1 Caring For The Touchscreen
The top of the touchscreen is a thin, flexible polyester plastic sheet with a
conductive coating on the inside. The polyester can be permanently damaged by
harsh chemicals and is susceptible to abrasions and scratches. Using sharp objects
on the touchscreen can scratch or cut the plastic, or crack the internal conductive
coating.
The chemicals listed below must not come into contact with the touchscreen:
• sodium hydroxide,
• concentrated caustic solutions,
• benzyl alcohol, and
• concentrated acids.
If the touchscreen is used in harsh environments, consider applying a disposable
screen protector (WA6110). These covers reduce the clarity of the display slightly
but will dramatically extend the useful life of the touchscreen. When they become
scratched and abraded, they are easily removed and replaced.
3.11.2 Cleaning The WORKABOUT PRO G2
Important:
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detergent to wipe the unit clean.
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Avoid abrasive cleaners, solvents or strong chemicals for cleaning. The
plastic case is susceptible to harsh chemicals. The plastic is partially soluble
in oils, mineral spirits and gasoline. The plastic slowly decomposes in
strong alkaline solutions.
To clean ink marks from the keypad and touchscreen, use isopropyl
alcohol.
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4.1 Navigating In Windows Embedded CE 5.0 . . . . .
4.1.1 Navigating Using A Touchscreen And Stylus
4.1.2 Navigating Using The Keyboard . . . . . . .
4.2 Working With Files, Folders And Programs . . . . .
4.3 The Startup Desktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3.1 The Desktop Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3.2 The Taskbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
4.3.2.1 Using The Taskbar . . . . . . . . . .
4.3.2.2 Customizing The Taskbar . . . . . .
4.4 The Start Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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4.4.3 Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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4.4.7 Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Navigating In Windows Embedded CE 5.0
4.1 Navigating In Windows Embedded CE 5.0
Note:
In order to access many of the menus discussed in this chapter, the security level must be set to ‘Supervisor’ (see “Security Settings” on page 64).
Graphic user interfaces like Windows Embedded CE 5.0 for portable devices and
desktop Windows (2000, XP, etc.) utilize ‘point and click’ navigation. An
equivalent keyboard shortcut is also available for every ‘point and click’ action.
Windows Embedded CE 5.0 supports the same ‘point and click’ user interface and
keyboard shortcuts as desktop Windows with one difference—the ‘point and click’
action is accomplished using a touchscreen rather than a mouse. Actions can be
performed using any combination of keyboard shortcuts or touchscreen tapping.
4.1.1 Navigating Using A Touchscreen And Stylus
Note:
If the touchscreen is not registering your screen taps accurately, the
touchscreen may need recalibration. Refer to “Calibrating The Touchscreen” on page 45.
Each WORKABOUT PRO G2 is equipped with a stylus—a pointing tool that looks
like a pen—stored in a slot at the top of the unit. The stylus is used to select objects
on the touchscreen.
Note:
To prevent damage to the touchscreen, use only the stylus (pen) supplied
with your WORKABOUT PRO G2.
To choose an icon, open a file, launch an applet or open a folder:
• Double-tap the stylus on the appropriate icon.
4.1.2 Navigating Using The Keyboard
If your WORKABOUT PRO G2 touchscreen has been disabled, you can use the
keyboard to choose icons, navigate dialog boxes, display the desktop, and so on. If
your unit has already been fully configured and your application is launched at
startup, you’ll have little need for keyboard navigation, but you can refer to
Table 4.1 on page 58 for a description of the navigation keys.
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Working With Files, Folders And Programs
Operation
Key or Key Combination
Switch between active applications
[ALT] [TAB]
Open task manager
[ALT] [ESC]
Move the cursor
Arrow keys
Open file, folder or icon
[ENTER]
Exit & Save
[ENTER]
Close/Exit & Do Not Save
[ESC]
Navigate Dialog Boxes
[TAB]
To move cursor up [SHIFT] [TAB]
To display the contents of the next ‘tab’ in
a dialog box [CTRL] [TAB]
Select Radio Button/Press Button
[SPACE]
Go to Start Menu
[BLUE][0]
Table 4.1 Keyboard Navigation
Keep in mind that unlike a desktop computer, the WORKABOUT PRO G2 does not
support key chording (pressing two keys at the same time). You must press one key
followed by the next in sequence. Refer to “Working With Files, Folders And
Programs” for additional details about keyboard navigation.
4.2 Working With Files, Folders And Programs
Folder
Program Icon
File
Figure 4.1 Working With Windows Icons
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Double-tap on the appropriate icon—either a folder icon, a program icon or
a file icon—to open or launch your selection.
If you’re using the keyboard:
• Use the arrow keys to highlight the icon you want to open or launch.
• Press [ENTER].
4.3 The Startup Desktop
When the WORKABOUT PRO G2 boots up, the startup desktop (shell) is
displayed. Any applications stored in the Startup folder start up immediately.
Note:
The startup folder is located in \Windows\StartUp and
\Flash Disk\StartUp.
Figure 4.2 The WORKABOUT PRO G2 Startup Desktop
To access desktop icons:
• Double-tap on the icon to open a window or, in the case of an application
icon, launch an application.
On the keyboard:
• Use the arrow keys to highlight the icon, and press [ENTER] to launch the
highlighted icon.
Note: If the arrow keys do not highlight the desktop icons, the desktop may not
be selected. Press [FN/BLUE] [.] (period) to display the Start Menu, and
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select Desktop. Now the desktop will be “in focus” and the arrow keys
will highlight the icons.
4.3.1 The Desktop Icons
The icons displayed in the startup desktop operate in much the same way as those
displayed on any standard PC desktop that is running Windows.
My Device
Choosing this icon displays the contents of your WORKABOUT PRO G2
computer. If you’re not sure how to work with the files, folders and programs
displayed, refer to “Working With Files, Folders And Programs” on page 58.
Recycle Bin
This option temporarily stores items that were deleted, allowing you to either
permanently delete or restore these items.
Internet Explorer
Choosing this icon launches Internet Explorer—a standard Windows Embedded CE
5.0 version. Keep in mind that your supervisor will need to set up access using the
Internet Options and the Network and Dial-up Connections icons in the Control
Panel.
Remote Desktop Connection
This option allows your WORKABOUT PRO G2 to communicate with a remote
desktop PC. “Remote Connect” on page 81 provides a website with step-by-step
instructions.
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The Taskbar
4.3.2 The Taskbar
Figure 4.3 The Taskbar
The WORKABOUT PRO G2 is equipped with a taskbar at the bottom of the screen.
It displays icons through which you can view the battery capacity and radio signal
quality of your unit. If the hand-held is attached to a charger, cradle, docking station
or PDM, an associated icon is displayed. In addition, the taskbar displays the
application(s) currently running on your unit and the security level assigned to your
WORKABOUT PRO G2.
The taskbar also displays active modifier keys: [SHIFT], [ALT], [CTRL],
[FN/BLUE] and [FN/ORANGE]. Keys that have been locked “on” are displayed in
uppercase letters. For example, if you have set the [CTRL] key Lock to “on” in the
Keyboard menu and you press the key, it is displayed as CTRL KEY in the taskbar. (For
detailed information on modifier keys and keyboard options, see “The Keyboard”
on page 39).
4.3.2.1
Using The Taskbar
A tooltip is displayed as each taskbar icon is highlighted. The tooltip provides the
status of each icon.
If you’re using the touchscreen:
• Tap and hold the stylus on an icon to display the icon's tooltip. Double-tap
the icon to open the Control Panel dialog box associated with the icon. For
example, double-tap the battery icon to display a dialog box listing the
current battery capacity information.
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On the keyboard:
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4.3.2.2
Press [FN/BLUE] [.] (period) to display the Start Menu.
Choose Shortcuts from the Start Menu, and then press the [RIGHT] arrow
key to display the sub-menu.
Choose System Tray in the sub-menu.
Use the arrow keys to highlight the icon in the taskbar about which you’d
like more information.
Press [ENTER] to display the appropriate dialog box.
Customizing The Taskbar
To customize the taskbar so that it displays only those icons you require:
• In the Start Menu, choose Settings, and then Taskbar.
If you’re using the keyboard:
• Press [BLUE] [0] (zero) to display the Start Menu.
• Highlight the Settings option, highlight Taskbar in the sub-menu, and
press [ENTER].
The Taskbar and Start Menu dialog box is displayed.
Figure 4.4 Taskbar And Start Menu Settings
•
Tap the stylus on the items you want to activate or deactivate. The check
mark indicates active items.
If you’re using the keyboard:
• Highlight the options you want to activate, and press the [SPACE] key to
select them. A check mark indicates active items.
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The Start Menu
4.4 The Start Menu
Note:
Some of the Start Menu items may be disabled based on the current
WORKABOUT PRO G2 security settings.
The Start Menu lists the operations you can access and work with. It is available
from the startup desktop or from within any application.
To display the menu:
• Press [FN/BLUE] [.] (period).
Note:
Tap on the item in the menu with which you want to work.
Figure 4.5 Start Menu
If you’re using the keyboard:
• Use the arrow keys to highlight a menu item, and press [ENTER], or
If the menu item has an underlined character:
• Type the underlined alpha character. For example, to display the Security
dialog box, type the letter ‘s’.
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The Desktop
4.4.1 The Desktop
Choosing the Desktop option from the Start Menu displays the WORKABOUT
PRO G2 desktop.
Figure 4.6 WORKABOUT PRO G2 Desktop
4.4.2 Security Settings
Choosing the Security option from the Start Menu displays a dialog box in which
you can define the access level for the WORKABOUT PRO G2: Supervisor or
User.
Figure 4.7 Security Levels
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Security Settings
Assigning The Supervisor Security Level
The security level is represented by an icon in the shape of a lock in the taskbar. The
security levels define the options accessible to the operator in the Start Menu and
the taskbar. By default, the security level is set to User, restricting access to only the
most basic Start Menu items.
To allow access to all the Start Menu and taskbar options:
• In the Security Level dialog box, tap on the radio button next to Supervisor.
• In the Password field, type the Supervisor level password. The default password is 123456.
• Tap on OK. You can now access all menu items in the Start Menu along
with the icons in the taskbar.
Changing A Password
Note:
Keep in mind that this is the same password as that assigned through
the Password control panel applet. Refer to “Control Panel Icons” on
page 83.
To assign a password:
• Choose a security level, and enter the existing password in the Password
field.
• Tap on the Set Password button.
A dialog box labelled Password Properties is displayed.
• Type the new password in the Password: text box (all keyboard characters
are valid).
• In the Confirm Password: text box, retype the new password.
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Programs
Configuring Security
Choosing the Configure button displays the Configure Security dialog box.
Figure 4.8 Configuring Security
This dialog box allows you to determine which security levels will have an
associated icon displayed in the taskbar. By default, a security icon is not displayed
for user-level security.
Note:
It is recommended that you enable ‘Allow Teklogix Security Level’ so that
authorized Psion Teklogix service personnel can access your unit should
it require maintenance.
4.4.3 Programs
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Choose Programs to display a sub-menu of options.
Figure 4.9 Program Sub-Menu
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Programs
ActiveSync®
This option allows you to connect to another device using ActiveSync.
Demo
This folder contains the Demo Imager, Demo Scanner, and Demo Signature
applications. Demo Imager is used for simple image-capturing purposes and for
displaying bar code data and bar code statistics on the same screen with image data
and information. Demo Scanner can be used to test how the hand-held reads and
writes RFID tags. Demo Signature allows you to capture a signature written on the
screen with your stylus and save it to a file.
Summit
This folder provides access to the Summit Client Utility (SCU), a utility that allows
you to configure your Summit 802.11g radio, model number RA2041.
Command Prompt
Command Prompt is used to access the DOS command prompt. At the prompt, you
can type DOS commands such as dir to display all the directories in the drive.
Internet Explorer
The WORKABOUT PRO G2 is equipped with Microsoft Internet Explorer for
Windows Embedded CE 5.0. You can access the Internet Options icon through the
Start Menu under Settings, Control Panel or by double-tapping on the desktop
Internet Explorer icon.
Remote Connect
Remote Connect is a WORKABOUT PRO G2 application used to connect to a
Windows Terminal Server so that you can run a “session” on the Server machine
using the WORKABOUT PRO G2 (Windows Embedded CE 5.0 device). “Remote
Connect” on page 81 provides a website with details about this option.
Windows Explorer
The Windows Explorer installed on your WORKABOUT PRO G2 is consistent
with all Windows Embedded CE 5.0 devices. You can access this option from the
Start Menu under Programs, Windows Explorer.
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Shortcuts
4.4.4 Shortcuts
Figure 4.10 Shortcuts Sub-Menu
System Tray
If your touchscreen is not enabled, you can use the System Tray option to access the
icons in the taskbar at the bottom of the screen. The taskbar displays indicators such
as a radio signal icon and the security level. These indicators are attached to dialog
boxes that provide additional information.
• Choose Shortcuts>System Tray.
When System Tray is chosen, the taskbar icons become accessible. To display the
dialog box attached to an icon:
• Use the arrow keys to highlight an icon, for example, the security icon.
• Press [ENTER] to display the security level dialog box.
Cycle Tasks
When Cycle Tasks is selected (and the Task Manager is not open), you can cycle
through active applications.
To cycle through your active applications:
• Choose Shortcuts>Cycle Tasks, or
Press [ALT] [TAB].
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Settings
Task Manager
The Task Manager allows you to switch to another task or to end an active task. To
display the task manager window:
• Tap on Shortcuts>Task Manager, or
Press [ALT] [ESC].
Figure 4.11 Task Manager
4.4.5 Settings
The Settings sub-menu includes the following settings: Control Panel, Network
and Dial-up Connections and Taskbar and Start Menu.
Figure 4.12 Settings Sub-Menu
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Run
Control Panel
The Control Panel contains applets used to configure hardware, the operating
system and the shell. If your WORKABOUT PRO G2 is running with the Psion
Teklogix TekTerm application or another application, additional configuration
applets may appear in the Control Panel.
Network And Dial-Up Connections
The Network and Dial-up Connections window allows you to configure the
WORKABOUT PRO G2 radio or execute an existing configuration. Refer to
“Configuring Your Radio” on page 13 for radio setup details.
Taskbar And Start Menu
The Taskbar and Start Menu option displays a dialog box in which you can
customize the taskbar, choosing which options will be displayed. Refer to
“Customizing The Taskbar” on page 62 for additional details about this option.
4.4.6 Run
Choosing the Run option from the Start Menu displays a dialog box in which you
can enter the name of the program, folder or document you want to open or launch.
Figure 4.13 Run Dialog Box
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Shutdown
4.4.7 Shutdown
The Shutdown menu includes these options: Suspend, Warm Reset and Cold Reset.
Figure 4.14 Shutdown Sub-Menu
Note:
This menu varies slightly depending on the security level chosen. When
the WORKABOUT PRO G2 is set to User level, the Shutdown option is
replaced by Suspend. A sub-menu is not available.
Suspend
The Suspend option suspends the WORKABOUT PRO G2 immediately. This is
equivalent to turning the hand-held off.
Warm Reset
The Warm Reset option resets the WORKABOUT PRO G2, leaving all saved files
and (registry) settings intact. Any unsaved data is lost.
Cold Reset
The Cold Reset option resets the WORKABOUT PRO G2 (see page 31). Any files
not stored in permanent memory are lost; however, the registry settings are saved.
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Using A Dialog Box
4.5 Using A Dialog Box
A dialog box (like the samples in Figure 4.15) appears when you need to make
selections and enter further information. You can move between dialog items by
tapping on them with your stylus, or by pressing the arrow keys and the [TAB] key
([SHIFT] [TAB] moves the cursor backwards).
Tabs
Radio
Button
Textbox
Drop-down Menu
Checkbox
Button
Figure 4.15 Dialog Boxes
Note:
You can use the stylus to tap on an element in a dialog box to select or
deselect it, display drop-down menu items, save your selections, and
so on.
Dialog boxes contain one or more of the following elements:
Tab: A tab separates different elements of a dialog box. Press the [TAB] key until a
tab in the dialog box is highlighted. To display adjoining tabs, press the [RIGHT] or
[LEFT] arrow key. To display the information in the next tab from anywhere in the
window, press [CTRL] [TAB].
Textbox: A textbox requires that you type information. Press the [TAB] key to
highlight the textbox and then type the appropriate information.
Drop-down: This type of menu is identified by up and down arrows next to the
drop-down menu to indicate that additional options are available. Press the [TAB]
key to highlight the menu, and use the arrow keys on your keyboard to cycle
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Checkbox: This box allows you to select or deselect an option. To select or deselect
a checkbox, press the [TAB] key to highlight the checkbox, and press the [SPACE]
key to select or deselect it.
Radio buttons: These buttons allow you to choose from a number of options. For
example, in the sample screen in Figure 4.15 on page 72 you can choose to Obtain
an IP address via DHCP or Specify an IP address. Press the [TAB] key to highlight
a radio button option, and then select a radio button by pressing the arrow keys to
highlight the appropriate option.
Buttons: This type of button allows you to Save, Delete and so on the options
you’ve chosen in a dialog box. Use the [TAB] key to highlight the button you want
to use. Press the [ENTER] key to activate it.
Saving Your Choices: Once you’ve made all your changes, press the [ENTER] key
to save your changes and exit the window.
Note:
A dialog box item that is displayed in grey text indicates that it is not
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5.1
5.2
5.3
5.4
5.5
5.6
Remote Connect. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
The TekTerm Application . . . . . . . . . . . .
Pocket PC Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . .
The Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Control Panel Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Basic Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.6.1 Display Properties . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.6.1.1 Display Backlight . . . . . . . .
5.6.1.2 Display Appearance . . . . . . .
5.6.2 Keyboard Properties . . . . . . . . . . .
5.6.2.1 Key Repeat. . . . . . . . . . . .
5.6.2.2 Keyboard Backlight . . . . . . .
5.6.2.3 Keyboard One Shot Modes . . .
5.6.2.4 Keyboard Macro Keys . . . . . .
5.6.2.5 Unicode Mapping . . . . . . . .
5.6.2.6 Scancode Remapping . . . . . .
5.6.3 Volume And Sound Properties . . . . . .
5.6.3.1 Volume Adjustments. . . . . . .
5.6.4 Power Management Properties . . . . . .
5.6.4.1 Battery Capacity . . . . . . . . .
5.6.4.2 Power Saving Suspend. . . . . .
5.6.4.3 Suspend Threshold. . . . . . . .
5.6.4.4 Advanced . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.6.4.5 Devices. . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.6.5 Stylus Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.6.5.1 Double-Tap . . . . . . . . . . .
5.6.5.2 Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.6.5.3 Touch . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.6.6 Manage Triggers . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.6.6.1 Trigger Mappings . . . . . . . .
5.6.6.2 Add And Edit Trigger Mapping .
5.6.7 Certificate Assignment . . . . . . . . . .
5.7 Bluetooth Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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5.7.1 The Devices Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.7.2 The Servers Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.7.3 Outgoing Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.7.4 Active Conn. Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.7.5 The Properties Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.7.6 The Bluetooth GPRS WAN Connection . . . . . .
5.8 Total Recall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.8.1 Creating A Backup Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.8.2 Restoring A Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.9 The Storage Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.9.1 Formatting A Memory Card . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.9.2 Creating Partitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.9.3 Partition Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.10 IPv6 Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11 Scanner Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.1 Bar Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.1.1 Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2 Decoded (Internal) Scanners . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2.1 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2.2 Decoded (Internal) Advanced Options . .
5.11.2.3 Decoded (Internal) 2D Scanning Options
5.11.2.4 Decoded (Internal) 2D Scanning Options
5.11.2.5 Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2.6 Code 128 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2.7 EAN 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2.8 EAN 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2.9 UPC A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2.10 UPC E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2.11 UPC/EAN Shared Settings . . . . . . .
5.11.2.12 Code 93 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2.13 Codabar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2.14 MSI Plessey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2.15 Interleaved 2 of 5 . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2.16 Discrete 2 of 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2.17 RSS Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2.18 Composite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2.19 PDF-417 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.2.20 Micro PDF-417 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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5.11.3 Decoded (HHP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.1 Decoded (HHP) Scanner Options . . . .
5.11.3.2 Decoded (HHP) Advanced Options . . .
5.11.3.3 Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.4 Trioptic Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.5 Code 128 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.6 EAN 13 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.7 EAN 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.8 UPC A Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.9 UPC E Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.10 UPC/EAN Shared Settings . . . . . . .
5.11.3.11 Code 93 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.12 Codabar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.13 MSI Plessey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.14 Code 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.15 Interleaved 2 of 5 . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.16 Matrix 2 of 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.17 IATA 2 of 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.18 Discrete 2 of 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.19 Telepen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.20 RSS Code (Reduced Space Symbology)
5.11.3.21 PosiCode (Reduced Space Symbology).
5.11.3.22 Composite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.23 TLC-39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.24 PDF-417 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.25 Micro PDF-417 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.26 Code 16K . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.27 Code 49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.28 Codablock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.29 2D Data Matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.30 2D QR Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.31 2D Maxicode . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.32 2D Aztec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.33 Postal: PlaNET . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.34 Postal: PostNET . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.35 Postal: Australian . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.36 Postal: Canadian. . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.37 Postal: China . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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5.11.3.38 Postal: Japanese . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.39 Postal: Kix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.40 Postal: Korean . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.3.41 Postal: Royal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4 Decoded (Intermec ISCP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.1 Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Options . . . . . .
5.11.4.2 Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Advanced Options
5.11.4.3 Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.4 Code 128 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.5 EAN 13 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.6 EAN 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.7 UPC A Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.8 UPC E Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.9 UPC/EAN Shared Settings . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.10 Code 93 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.11 Codabar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.12 MSI Plessey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.13 Code 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.14 Interleaved 2 of 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.15 Matrix 2 of 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.16 Discrete 2 of 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.17 Telepen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.18 RSS Code (Reduced Space Symbology) . .
5.11.4.19 PDF-417 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.20 Micro PDF-417 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.4.21 Codablock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5 Imager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.1 Imager Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.2 Imager Advanced Options . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.3 Code 39 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.4 Code 128 Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.5 EAN 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.6 EAN 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.7 UPC A. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.8 UPC E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.9 Code 93 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.10 Codabar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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5.11.5.13 Composite . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.14 PDF-417 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.15 Micro PDF-417 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.16 2D Data Matrix . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.17 2D QR Code. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.18 2D Maxicode . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.19 2D Aztec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.20 Postal: PlaNET . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.21 Postal: PostNET . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.22 Postal: Australian . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.23 Postal: Japanese . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.24 Postal: Korean . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.5.25 Postal: Royal . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.6 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.6.1 Double Click Parameters . . . . . . . . .
5.11.6.2 Display Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.7 Translations Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.11.7.1 Case Rules . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.12 SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) Setup .
5.12.1 Contact Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.12.2 Communities Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.12.2.1 Adding A Community . . . . . . . . . .
5.12.2.2 Modifying A Community Setting . . . .
5.12.2.3 Removing An Existing Community . . .
5.12.3 Trap Destination Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.12.3.1 Enabling Authentication TRAPS. . . . .
5.12.3.2 Adding A Destination . . . . . . . . . .
5.12.3.3 Changing A Destination . . . . . . . . .
5.12.3.4 Removing A Trap Destination . . . . . .
5.12.4 Permitted Hosts Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.12.4.1 Adding A Host . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.12.4.2 Changing A Host . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Remote Connect
5.1 Remote Connect
Remote Connect is a WORKABOUT PRO G2 application used to connect to a
Windows Terminal Server so that you can run a “session” on the Server machine,
using the WORKABOUT PRO G2 (Windows Embedded CE 5.0 device).
Refer to the following website for step-by-step information about setting up this
connection:
http://www.microsoft.com/WindowsXP/pro/using/howto/gomobile/remotedesktop/default.asp,
or contact Psion Teklogix support services. (Refer to WORKABOUT PRO
Hand-Held Computer Regulatory & Warranty Guide, PN 8000126, or locate the
office closest to you at www.psionteklogix.com).
5.2 The TekTerm Application
TekTerm is a powerful emulation application ideally suited for real time data
transaction applications associated with mainframes and servers. The
WORKABOUT PRO G2 includes unique features that support TekTerm—a Psion
Teklogix application that has the ability to maintain multiple simultaneous sessions
with a variety of host computers. For detailed information, please refer to the
TekTerm Software User Manual, PN 8000073.
5.3 Pocket PC Compatibility
The WORKABOUT PRO G2 supports the AYGShell API set that allows Pocket
PC-compatible applications to run on the hand-held. Windows Embedded CE 5.0
includes application programming interface (API) compatibility support for the
Microsoft Windows Powered Pocket PC 2002 shell in units running Windows
Embedded CE 5.0.
The website listed below describes the APIs exposed through AYGShell and the
application compatibility between Windows Powered Pocket PC 2002-based
applications and Windows Embedded CE 5.0-based devices:
http://msdn.microsoft.com/library/default.asp?url=/library/en-us/dncenet/html/WINCENET_CEPCC_App.asp
5.4 The Control Panel
The Windows Embedded CE 5.0 Control Panel provides a group of icons through
which you can set a variety of system-wide properties, such as mouse sensitivity,
network configuration and the desktop color scheme.
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The Control Panel
Note:
If you are uncertain how to move around a dialog box and make selections, review “Using A Dialog Box” on page 72.
When the WORKABOUT PRO G2 boots up, the startup desktop (shell) is
displayed, and any applications stored in the Startup folder start up immediately.
To access the Control Panel:
• Tap on Start>Settings>Control Panel.
If you’re using the keyboard:
• Press [FN/BLUE] [.] to display the Start Menu.
• Highlight Settings in Start Menu, and press the [RIGHT] arrow key to
highlight the Control Panel.
• Press the [ENTER] key.
The Control Panel folder contains icons used in the setup of your WORKABOUT
PRO G2.
Figure 5.1 Control Panel
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5.5 Control Panel Icons
The Control Panel provides a group of icons that allow you to customize and adjust
settings on your WORKABOUT PRO G2.
App Launch Keys
By mapping keys to applications using this program, you can then launch
those applications from a single key-press.
Bluetooth Devices
Provides options for Bluetooth radio setup. It also provides the capability to
use a Bluetooth-enabled cellular phone as a data modem to exchange information with other Bluetooth devices and provide network access.
Certificates
A public key is transmitted as part of a certificate. The certificate assigned
through this icon is used to ensure that the submitted public key is, in fact,
the public key that belongs to the submitter. The client checks that the certificate has been digitally signed by a certification authority that the client
explicitly trusts. “Certificate Assignment” on page 110 directs you to the
appropriate setup information.
Date/Time
Allows you to set the current Month, Date, Time and Time Zone on
your unit.
Dialing
Specifies dialing settings, including area code, country code, dial type and
the code to disable call waiting. You can store multiple patterns—
for example, ‘Work’, ‘Home’, and so on using this dialog box.
Display
Changes the appearance (window colour scheme) on the unit desktop.
Input Panel
Provides the framework for a Soft Input Panel (SIP) should you need to
design your own SIP, or change some soft keyboard options.
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Internet Options
Provides options to configure your Internet browser. You can determine
items such as the default and search page that the browser applies when
connecting to the Internet, the cache size, the Internet connection options,
and the security level that is applied when browsing.
IPv6 Support
Refers to a new Internet Protocol specification (version 6) that has been
published to use 128-bit IP addresses (replacing version 4).
Keyboard
Toggles character repeat on and off and specifies delay and rate for repeated
characters. It also allows you to adjust the keyboard backlight threshold and
intensity.
Manage Triggers
Allows multiple-scanner trigger management, including the ability to configure each of the trigger buttons. You can configure the trigger ID for each
trigger button for both single- and double-click, and the double-click time.
Network And Dial-up Connections
Displays a network window from which the WORKABOUT PRO G2
802.11g radio can be configured and an existing configuration can be executed. Refer to “Configuring Your Radio” on page 13 for details.
Owner
Provides fields in which you can specify owner information. A Notes tab
allows additional information to be entered and displayed when the unit is
powered up. Network ID tab information is used to access network resources.
(This information should be provided by your System Administrator.)
Password
Allows you to assign a password to restrict access to elements of the unit.
Once assigned, password access cannot be circumvented so it is important
that you write down your password and keep it in a safe place. Refer to
“Security Settings” on page 64 for details.
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PC Connection
Enables direct connections to a desktop computer. Selecting the Change
Connection button allows you to change the type of direct connect to
your PC.
Power
Displays battery pack power status. (Alternately, battery status can be
accessed through the taskbar.) Additional tabs allow you to determine
suspend states, specify a suspend threshold and, when seated in either the
Combo Dock or Quad Dock, determine whether or not a battery that
requires it can be recalibrated. This dialog box also allows you to activate
card slots. (Refer to “Devices” on page 104 for details.)
RDC Licenses
The Terminal Services license server stores all license tokens that have been
installed for a group of terminal servers and tracks licenses issued. The
Remote Desktop Licenses (RDC) application displays license ‘tokens’ for
devices that connect to a Terminal Server.
Region & Language
Allows you to specify the local language that is to be displayed on the
hand-held screen along with the format of numbers, currency, time and date
for your region.
Remove Programs
Lists the programs that can be removed from your unit. To remove a program, select it and then click on the Remove button.
SNMP
SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is the protocol used to
monitor and manage devices attached to a TCP/IP network.
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Storage Manager
Allows the user to view information about the storage devices that are
present, such as SD-MMC flash cards. For details, see page 129.
Stylus
Adjusts how Windows Embedded CE 5.0 recognizes your double-tap (as
slow or rapid successive taps). In the Calibration tab, you can recalibrate
your touchscreen by tapping on the Recalibrate button and following the
directions on the screen.
System
Displays system and memory properties. In the Memory tab, you can allocate memory between storage memory and program memory.
Teklogix Scanners
Provides scanner parameters and the bar code symbologies that the WORKABOUT PRO G2 scanner will successfully read.
Total Recall
Provides access to a backup and restore utility to maintain applications and
settings over cold reboots.
TweakIT Settings
Allows you to change Advanced System Settings (interface, network, and
servers), User System Settings (display font size), and provides the
Registry Editor.
Volume & Sounds
Allows you to adjust the volume of the sound emitted to indicate events like
warnings, key clicks and screen taps.
Wireless WAN
Provides access to technology like GSM/GPRS, which allows wide area
networking capability such as internet browsing via GSM/GPRS. For
detailed information, see Appendix B: “Wireless WAN”.
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5.6 Basic Setup
5.6.1 Display Properties
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In the Control Panel, choose the Display icon.
Figure 5.2 Choosing The Display Icon
5.6.1.1
Display Backlight
The backlight is activated for a configurable amount of time when the
WORKABOUT PRO G2 is in use (key press, scanner trigger or data received from
the host). The Display Properties dialog box in the Control Panel allows you to
specify the intensity of the backlight along with how long the display will maintain
the specified intensity.
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Keep in mind that this option may be restricted to supervisory use only.
In the Display Properties dialog box, open the Backlight tab.
Notes: Backlight changes take effect immediately. You do not need to reset the
unit.
To maximize battery run time, keep the display backlight brightness and
active durations as low as possible.
Intensity
This parameter is used to adjust the light intensity of the WORKABOUT PRO G2
backlight. Sliding the bar to the left lowers the light intensity, and sliding it to the
right raises the intensity.
Bright For
The value chosen from this drop-down menu determines the duration of time that
the backlight stays on at the configured intensity after the last user action (keypress,
scan trigger).
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Dim For
The value chosen from this drop-down menu determines the duration of time that
the backlight stays on at half the configured intensity (dimmed backlight) after
expiration of the Bright For delay and as long as no user action takes place (such as
a keypress or scan trigger). At the expiration of the Dim For duration, the display
backlight shuts off.
External Power Checkbox
When you select the checkbox next to When using external power keep the
backlight always ON, the backlight remains ON at the configured intensity when
the WORKABOUT PRO G2 is operating with external power (not battery power).
If the WORKABOUT PRO G2 is drawing power from its battery, this option is
ignored and the other parameters defined in Display Properties dialog box are used.
5.6.1.2
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Display Appearance
In the Display Properties dialog box, open the Appearance tab.
This dialog box allows you to customize the display colour scheme.
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5.6.2 Keyboard Properties
This icon displays the Keyboard Properties dialog box in which you can adjust the
repeat rate of the keys, the intensity of the keyboard backlight and the behaviour of
the [BLUE] and [ORANGE] modifier keys. This dialog box also allows you to
define macro keys and Unicode characters.
• In the Control Panel, choose the Keyboard icon.
Figure 5.3 Choosing The Keyboard Icon
5.6.2.1
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Key Repeat
These settings apply when a key is held down continuously.
In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Repeat tab.
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Repeat Delay
The value assigned for this parameter determines the delay in milliseconds between
repeat characters. Sliding the Repeat Delay bar to the left increases the delay
between key repeats, and sliding the bar to the right shortens the repeat delay time.
Repeat Rate
The value assigned for the Repeat Rate parameter determines how quickly the key
you press repeats and is measured in characters per second (cps). Sliding the bar to
the left slows the repeat rate, and sliding the bar to the right increases the repeat rate.
Note:
5.6.2.2
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Use the field at the bottom of this dialog box to test the repeat delay and
rate settings you’ve chosen.
Keyboard Backlight
In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Backlight tab.
This parameter is used to adjust the light intensity of the WORKABOUT PRO G2
keyboard backlight. Sliding the bar to the left darkens the keyboard backlight
intensity, and sliding it to the right lightens the intensity.
ON For
The value chosen from this dropdown menu determines the duration of time that the
keyboard backlight stays on when a unit is not in use.
Note:
Tapping in the checkbox next to ‘When using external power, keep the
backlight always ON’ forces the keypad backlight to remain on when the
unit is operating with external power.
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5.6.2.3
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Keyboard One Shot Modes
In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the One Shots tab.
The options in this tab allow you to determine how modifier keys on your
WORKABOUT PRO G2 behave. For each modifier key—[ALT], [SHIFT],
[CTRL], [ORANGE] and [BLUE]—you have the following options in the
drop-down menu: Lock, OneShot, and OneShot/Lock.
Note:
Keep in mind that checking the taskbar lets you know whether or not
these keys are locked on. For example, if the [FN/ORANGE] key is locked
‘on’, the taskbar at the bottom of the screen displays it in uppercase characters, ORANGE KEY. If this key is displayed in lowercase characters in the
taskbar, you’ll know that the orange key is not locked. It will become inactive following a key press.
Important:
Once you’ve assigned a One Shot mode to a modifier key, you need
to tap on the OK button at the top of the tab to activate your selection.
Lock
If you choose Lock from the drop-down menu, pressing a modifier key once locks it
‘on’ until you press the modifier key a second time to unlock or turn it off.
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OneShot
If you choose OneShot, the modifier key remains active only until the next key is
pressed.
OneShot/Lock
OneShot/Lock allows you to combine these functions. When you choose this
option and you press the modifier key once, it remains active only until the next key
is pressed.
If you press the modifier key twice, it is locked ‘on’, remaining active until the
modifier key is pressed a third time to turn it ‘off’.
5.6.2.4
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Keyboard Macro Keys
In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Macros tab.
A macro has 200 programmable characters (or “positions”). The macro keys can be
programmed to replace frequently used keystrokes, along with the function of
executable keys including [ENTER], [BKSP] and [DEL] ([FN/BLUE]-[BKSP]),
function keys and arrow keys.
Recording And Saving A Macro
You can program up to 12 macro keys on a 58-key WORKABOUT PRO G2. On a
36-key WORKABOUT PRO G2, you can program a maximum of 6 macro keys.
• In the Macro menu highlight a macro key number, for example macro 1, to
assign a macro to macro key [M1]. Choose the Record button.
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A message screen is displayed instructing you to Enter Key Strokes to Record
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Type the macro sequence you want to assign to the Macro key. You can
type text and numbers, and you can program the function of special keys
into a macro.
• When you’ve finished recording your macro sequence, press the key
sequence: [CTRL] [ALT] [ENTER], or choose the Stop Recording button.
A new screen called ‘Verify Macro’ displays the macro sequence you created.
The Save button is highlighted.
• Press [ENTER] to save your macro, or highlight CANCEL and press
[ENTER] to discard it.
Executing A Macro
To execute a macro:
• Press the macro key to which you’ve assigned the macro. For example, if
you created a macro for macro key 1, press [M1] to execute the macro.
Deleting A Macro
To delete a macro:
• In the Macros tab, highlight the macro number you want to delete.
• Choose the Delete button.
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5.6.2.5
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Unicode Mapping
In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Unicode Mapping tab.
The Unicode Mapping tab is used to map combinations of virtual key values and
[CTRL] and [SHIFT] states to Unicode™ values. This tab shows the configured
Unicode character along with the Unicode value. For example, the sample screen
above shows “a (U+0061)” indicating that the character “a” is represented by the
Unicode value “0061”, and so on. Keep in mind that Unicode configurations are
represented as hexadecimal rather than decimal values.
All user-defined Unicode mappings are listed in the Unicode Mapping tab in order
of virtual key value, and then by order of the shift state. If a Unicode mapping is not
listed, the Unicode mapping is mapped to the default Unicode value.
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Adding And Changing Unicode Values
Important:
Changes to Unicode mappings are not saved until you exit the
Keyboard Properties dialog box.
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Choose the Add/Change button.
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Highlight a value in the Unicode mapping list. In the sample screen above,
a value will be assigned to virtual key 0 (VK 0).
Position the cursor in the Unicode Mapping field, and type a Unicode
value for the highlighted key.
Figure 5.4 Adding And Change Unicode Values
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Note:
To add a shifted state, [SHIFT] and/or [CTRL], press [TAB] to position
the cursor in the checkbox next to ‘SHIFT Pressed’ and/or ‘CTRL
Pressed’. Press [SPACE] to select the shift state you want to assign.
Removing Unicode Values
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In the Unicode Mapping tab, highlight the item you want to delete, and
choose the Remove button.
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5.6.2.6
Scancode Remapping
A scancode is a number that is associated with a physical key on a keyboard. Every
key has a unique scancode that is mapped to a virtual key, a function or a macro.
Scancode Remapping allows you to change the functionality of any key on the
keyboard. A key can be remapped to send a virtual key (e.g. VK_F represents the
‘F’ key; VK_RETURN represents the [ENTER/ON] key, etc.), perform a function
(e.g. turn the scanner on, change volume/contrast, etc.) or run a macro.
There are three different tables of scancode mappings: the Normal table, the Blue
table and the Orange table. The Normal table defines unmodified key presses; the
Blue table defines key presses that occur when the [FN/BLUE] modifier is on; the
Orange table defines key presses that occur when the [FN/ORANGE] modifier is
on. The default mappings of these scancodes can be overwritten for each of these
three tables using the Scancode Remapping tab accessed from the Keyboard
Properties dialog box.
The first column in the Scancode Remapping tab displays the scancodes in
hexadecimal. If the scancode is remapped to a virtual key, that virtual key is
displayed in the next column labelled ‘V-Key’. A virtual key that is ‘Shifted’ or
‘Unshifted’ is displayed in the third column labelled ‘Function’.
If the scancode is remapped to a function or a macro, the first and second columns
remain blank while the third column contains the function name or macro key
number (e.g., Macro 2).
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Adding A Remap
To add a new remapping:
• Choose the Add button at the bottom of the dialog box.
The Remap Scancode dialog box is displayed.
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Note:
Type the scan code in hexadecimal in the field labelled Scancode
The Label field displays the default function of the scancode you
are remapping.
Virtual Key, Function And Macro
The radio buttons at the bottom of the dialog box allow you to define to what the
scan code will be remapped: Virtual Key, Function or Macro.
When Virtual Key is selected, you can choose to force [SHIFT] to be on or off when
the virtual key is sent. If No Force is selected, the shift state is dependent on
whether the shift state is on or off at the time the virtual key is sent.
When Function is selected, a list of valid functions appears in the dialog box.
When Macro is selected, the macro keys available on your unit are listed in the
dialog box.
• Choose Virtual Key, Function or Macro.
• Choose a function from the Function list in the dialog box, and tap on OK.
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Editing A Scancode Remap
To edit a scancode:
• In the Scancode Remapping tab, tap the stylus on the remap you want
to edit.
• Tap on the Edit button, and make the appropriate changes.
• Tap on OK to save your changes.
Removing A Remap
To delete a remap:
• In the Scancode Remapping tab, highlight the scancode you want to delete, and
tap on the Remove button.
• Tap on OK.
5.6.3 Volume And Sound Properties
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In the Control Panel, choose the Volume & Sounds icon.
Figure 5.5 Choosing The Volume Icon
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5.6.3.1
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Volume Adjustments
Slide the volume button to the left to lower the beeper volume or to the right
to increase the beeper volume.
Under the heading Enable sounds for, enable the conditions under which
you want the WORKABOUT PRO G2 to emit a beep.
5.6.4 Power Management Properties
This icon displays a Power Properties dialog box that indicates the unit’s battery
capacity and allows you to manage battery use.
• In the Control Panel, choose the Power icon.
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5.6.4.1
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5.6.4.2
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Battery Capacity
In the Power Properties dialog box, open the Battery tab to view battery
details.
Power Saving Suspend
In the Power Properties dialog box, open the Suspend tab.
Power Source
This drop-down menu allows you to specify whether the unit is using AC Power or
Battery Power.
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Suspend Timeout
Important:
Psion Teklogix recommends setting the Suspend value to 10 minutes. To further reduce power consumption, carefully consider the
duration of time that the display backlight is ‘on’ (see “Display
Backlight” on page 87).
When the WORKABOUT PRO G2 is idle—not receiving any user input (a key
touch, a scan, and so on) or system activity (serial data, an activity initiated by an
application, and so on)—the hand-held uses the value assigned in the Suspend
Timeout field to determine when the unit will go to sleep (appear to be off).
When the time in the Suspend Timeout field elapses without any activity, the unit
enters suspend state. In suspend state, the WORKABOUT PRO G2 CPU enters a
sleep state, and the radio is shut off. The state of the device (RAM contents) is
preserved. Pressing [ENTER] wakes the system from suspend state. When the
WORKABOUT PRO G2 is in suspend state, the network connection will not be
broken immediately. If the connection is dropped, you must re-establish the network
connection.
5.6.4.3
Suspend Threshold
The Suspend Threshold adjustment tells the system when to shut down when the
battery drains. If you choose Maximum Operating Time, the unit will run until the
battery is completely empty; the RAM is only backed up for a short period of time.
If you choose Maximum Backup Time, the hand-held shuts off with more energy left
in the battery so RAM can be backed up for a longer period of time.
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Important:
Selecting Maximum backup time will reserve approximately 20%
of the battery capacity for memory backup. Once the battery is
drained, the system RAM memory is lost and the unit must cold
boot.
In most real-time transaction environments this is not a problem
(it only takes a few seconds to cold boot). Batch transaction environments, where data is not saved to a non-volatile memory (such
as an SD FLASH card), may need to pay particular attention to
this parameter. Psion Teklogix does not recommend the storage of
any valuable data in system RAM.
The WORKABOUT PRO G2 normal Windows Embedded CE 5.0
environment does not store any critical data in RAM (such as the
registry or file system).
If the user's application does not save data to RAM, Psion Teklogix recommends keeping the Suspend Threshold setting as low
as possible to maximize battery run time.
5.6.4.4
Advanced
Allow Suspend With:
This tab allows you to specify whether or not your unit will enter Suspend state
while it is operating with an active PPP connection, network interface or active
TCP/IP connection.
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Low Power Warnings
The sliding scale at the bottom of this tab allows you to specify the remaining
battery capacity at which a warning message is displayed on the WORKABOUT
PRO G2 screen, from 0% to 20%.
5.6.4.5
Devices
This tab controls power to individual CF and SDIO slots, and built-in devices.
Enable or disable the checkboxes as needed, then tap on OK to save your changes.
5.6.5 Stylus Properties
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Touchscreen calibration may not be enabled on your unit. If your screen
appears to require recalibration, contact your supervisor.
In the Control Panel, choose the Stylus icon.
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5.6.5.2
Double-Tap
In the Double-Tap tab, follow the directions to tailor the sensitivity of the
stylus when you tap on the touchscreen.
Calibration
Touchscreens rarely require recalibration. However, if your touchscreen has never
been calibrated or if you find that the stylus pointer is not accurate when you tap on
an item, follow the directions below.
• Choose the Calibration tab, and then tap on the Recalibrate button.
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5.6.5.3
Follow the directions in the Calibration tab to recalibrate the screen.
Touch
This tab allows you to disable the touchscreen.
• Choose the Touch tab. Select the checkbox next to Disable the touch panel.
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5.6.6 Manage Triggers
This option allows you to configure how bar code scanners and other devices such
as RFID readers are triggered. You can configure the trigger ID for each trigger
button for both single- and double-click, and the double-click time.
• In the Control Panel, choose the Manage Triggers icon.
Figure 5.6 Manage Triggers Icon
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5.6.6.1
Trigger Mappings
A trigger mapping is an association between a particular key on the keyboard and a
driver or application, the “owner(s)” of the trigger source. When the specified key is
pressed, the owner (for example, a decoded scanner) is sent a message.
Important:
It is not possible to have two or more identical mappings—for
example [F1] cannot be mapped to the Non-Decoded Scanner
twice—even if the trigger type is different.
A keyboard key that is used as a trigger source will no longer generate key data, or perform its normal function. For example, if the
space button is used as a trigger source, it will not be able to send
space characters to applications.
Double-Click
When a key is pressed and released, then pressed again within the configured time
(between 0 to 1000 milliseconds), a double-click occurs. See also “Trigger-Press
Type” on page 109.
Show All
By default, the trigger mapping list only shows active mappings. Mappings for
drivers or applications that are not currently active are not normally displayed. By
checking this checkbox, all mappings, both active and inactive, are displayed.
Add
Tapping this button brings up the Add mapping dialog (see page 108), so that you
can add new trigger mappings.
Edit
Tapping this button brings up the Edit mapping dialog (see page 108), so that you
can edit existing trigger mappings.
Remove
Tapping this button removes an existing mapping.
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OK
The OK button in the top right of the Manage Triggers screen saves all changes
made. If the cancel button X is tapped instead, or the [ESC] key is pressed, all
changes made will be discarded.
5.6.6.2
Add And Edit Trigger Mapping
These dialogs allow the user to add and edit trigger mappings.
Trigger Key
This dropdown list allows you to specify the source of the trigger events, such as the
Grip Trigger, Left Scan, etc., for the trigger module selected.
Notes: It is possible to map the same source to different modules (trigger consumers)—for example, to both the Imager and Non-Decoded Scanner. If
so, both devices/operations will occur simultaneously. This is not recommended in most cases, especially with devices such as Imagers or RFID
Readers.
It is also possible to map different sources to the same module (trigger
consumer)—for example, two different trigger keys can be mapped to the
RFID File System.
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Add Key
Only existing trigger sources are shown in the Source combo-box. To add a new
source to this list, tap on the Add Key button. A dialog will pop up and allow you to
select the keyboard key to use as a trigger source.
Trigger-Press Type
You can enable either an Up/Down or Double Click response to a trigger press.
Normally, when a trigger (keyboard key, etc.) is pressed and released, a “trigger
down” event is sent to the “owner”—that is, the application receiving the trigger
press information—followed by a “trigger up”. If Double Click is chosen in this
menu, when the trigger is pressed, released, and then pressed again, a “double-click”
event will have occurred. If a mapping with the type Up/down has also been
configured for the same source, it will only receive the first set of trigger events.
Module Trigger
This identifies the driver or application receiving the trigger presses.
Show All Modules
By default, inactive owners are not shown. By checking this checkbox, all owners,
both active and inactive, are displayed.
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Certificate Assignment
5.6.7 Certificate Assignment
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In the Control Panel, choose the Certificate icon.
Figure 5.7 Certificates Icon
This option is used in conjunction with 802.1x authentication to enhance
WORKABOUT PRO G2 security.
For a detailed description about Certificate setup for both the server and client-side
devices (WORKABOUT PRO G2s), refer to the following website:
http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2003/techinfo/overview/security.mspx
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5.7 Bluetooth Setup
Bluetooth is a global standard for wireless connectivity for digital devices and is
intended for Personal Area Networks (PAN). The technology is based on a
short-range radio link that operates in the ISM band at 2.4 GHz. When two
Bluetooth-equipped devices come within a 5 meter range of each other, they can
establish a connection. Because Bluetooth utilizes a radio-based link, it does not
require a line-of-sight connection in order to communicate.
Note:
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The Bluetooth radio uses an internal antenna.
In the Control Panel, choose the Bluetooth Device Properties icon to
display the Bluetooth Control screen.
Figure 5.8 Bluetooth Icon
The Bluetooth Control dialog box is used to display the other Bluetooth devices with
which you can communicate.
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The Devices Tab
5.7.1 The Devices Tab
If you intend to configure Bluetooth communication with specific devices (a
scanner or printer for example), power on and bring the devices within 5 m (16.4 ft.)
of the hand-held before proceeding with the discovery process described below.
Scan
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Click on the Scan button to list available devices.
Figure 5.9 Available Bluetooth Devices
Wait for the WORKABOUT PRO G2 to complete its scan (approximately 20
seconds). When scanning starts, the Scan button will change to Stop—if necessary,
you can tap on this button to stop the process. Once scanning is complete, all
discovered devices will be displayed in the list box, with Name, Address, Active
status, and PIN information.
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Note:
During the scanning process, addresses are located first, followed by
names. Only the names of devices that are within the Bluetooth radio coverage range will be retrieved.
The Active column indicates whether any service is activated for that device. When
a service is activated, the device is displayed in the list even when it is not detected
during the scan.
The PIN column indicates whether you have a PIN (password) set for the device.
At this point you can either query for services or set the PIN for each device. Once
you highlight a device in the list box, both the Services and Set PIN buttons
become available.
Services
A discovered device may display several service profiles that it can use to
communicate, and you will want to activate the type you need. Supported profiles
that can be activated include: DUN (Dial-Up Networking service), Printer (serial
service), and LANPPP (LANAccessUsingPPP service). ASync (ActiveSync) is
another available profile.
• To start the service scan, highlight a device in the Devices tab list, and then
click on the Services button or double-click on the device entry.
Note:
If the remote device is out of reach or turned off, it can take a considerable amount of time for the Services dialog box to appear—it may appear
to be frozen.
Once the device’s service profiles are displayed in the Services list box:
• Highlight the service to be activated.
• Press [SPACE] or right-click to display the Activation menu.
The Activation menu contains four options: Activate, Authenticate, Outgoing,
and Encrypt.
Once the service is successfully activated, the assigned port (if applicable) will
appear in the Port column of the Services list box. You can choose to use BSP or
COM as the port name. BSP is the latest Microsoft Bluetooth stack standard, but
older applications assume serial ports are COM. When using COM as the port name,
the Bluetooth manager will try to find and use a free port between COM7 and
COM9. When using BSP as the port name, BSP2 to BSP9 are available for use. The
port is available as soon as it is activated.
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Note:
The CH column shows the RFCOMM channel of the service if the
service is RFCOMM-based. This information is not generally needed
except for debugging purposes.
To add a service to the Outgoing port, an active service must first be deactivated.
Then you can choose the ‘Outgoing’ option from the Activation menu (highlight a
service, right-click or press the [SPACE] bar to display the Activation menu).
The Authentication and Encryption options can be changed only before activation.
To change these after activation, deactivate the service first, then change the options.
Once a service is activated, all the information regarding the service, including the
RFCOMM channel number, is saved in the registry. (Some remote devices may
change their RFCOMM channel numbers when they reboot, so your saved setting
may not work when the remote device is rebooted. In that case, you must deactivate
the service and reactivate it to detect the current RFCOMM channel.)
Set PIN
PINs can be set for each device by pressing the Set PIN button in the Devices tab, or
you can skip this step and try to connect to the device first.
Important:
The remote device must have authentication enabled, otherwise the
PIN authentication will fail.
• Highlight a device, click on the Set Pin button, and type the PIN.
You will receive a message, either that the PIN has been successfully validated or
that it has been rejected.
If the PIN has been validated, an asterisk (*) appears in the PIN column in the
Devices list box, indicating that this device has a PIN set. Once a PIN is entered, it is
saved in the registry.
To remove the PIN:
• Choose Set PIN, and press [ENTER].
If the WORKABOUT PRO G2 attempts to connect to a remote device that has
Authentication enabled and does not have a required PIN set, an Authentication
Request dialog
box appears.
• Enter the PIN, and tap on OK to connect the devices.
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5.7.2 The Servers Tab
The Bluetooth connection is initiated from your WORKABOUT PRO G2 to the
remote device. Therefore the WORKABOUT PRO G2 is called the ‘client’ and the
remote is called the ‘server’. The Servers tab displays the server profiles that can be
activated in your WORKABOUT PRO G2. There is currently one server profile
available: Serial.
• Tap on the checkbox to activate the server, and it will display the
associated port name beside the server name.
Once you activate a server profile, it is recommended that the WORKABOUT PRO
G2 be rebooted before you try to bond from a server.
Note:
You do not need to reboot if you are deactivating a server.
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5.7.3 Outgoing Tab
Outgoing Port acts as a serial port that can be used to connect to a list of Bluetooth
devices (one at a time), but you have the freedom to switch on-the-fly.
The Outgoing Port checkbox allows you to create the Outgoing port. When the port is
created, the Outgoing tab lists the port name.
The Outgoing list dialog box displays a list of services marked as ‘Outgoing’. The *
column indicates the currently selected service. You can tap on Unselect to reset the
current selection, or you can tap on Select to make a selection. The Remove button
deletes the service from the outgoing list.
The Prompt menu determines the behaviour of the pop-up Selection menu.
Choosing Everytime causes the Selection menu to be displayed each time an
outgoing port is created. If you choose Once, the menu is displayed only when a
partner service is not selected.
To display the Selection menu at any time:
• Press [CTRL] [ALT] [F1], and switch the partner Bluetooth device.
If a connection to a partner device already exists, the connection is dropped and
another connection to the newly selected device is created instantly without
disrupting the application that has opened the outgoing port.
Note:
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To add a service to the Outgoing port, an active service must first be
deactivated. Then you can choose the ‘Outgoing’ option from the Activation menu (highlight a service, right-click or press the [SPACE] bar to
display the Activation menu).
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5.7.4 Active Conn. Tab
The Active Conn. tab lists the Name, Address, and Type of the currently active
connections. The table is periodically updated, but it can take a few seconds before
it reflects the actual list of connections. The Type column of the table shows ‘ACL’
or ‘SCO’. The Connection list table shows the connections for scanning as well as
the service connections.
Note:
You can change the device-name and description of your radio by clicking
on the System icon in Control Panel, which will open the System Properties dialog box. Click on the Device Name tab to access the menu and
change your settings. Then click on OK.
Although the name will have changed in the Properties menu in Bluetooth
Controls, the radio only reads it on boot-up. For the changes to take
effect, you must cold reset the WORKABOUT PRO G2 (for cold reset
instructions, see “Resetting The Hand-Held” on page 31).
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5.7.5 The Properties Tab
The Properties tab displays information about your WORKABOUT PRO G2, and
provides some port options.
The Device Name field shows the device name of your WORKABOUT PRO G2.
This name can be changed (see the Note on the previous page for details).
Device Class shows the Class of Device (e.g. desktop, hand-held), which is always
set to Handheld.
Local Bluetooth Address shows the address of your WORKABOUT PRO G2 radio.
Port Prefix is used to set the port name to either BSP or COM. When the name is set
to BSP, BSP2 to BSP9 are available for activated services (including the server).
When COM is chosen, COM7 to COM9 are available.
NQuery Retry (Name Query Retry) governs the number of times the hand-held will
attempt to query the names of other Bluetooth devices if the first attempt fails.
(When the WORKABOUT PRO G2 scans for other devices, it sometimes fails to
scan names.)
Note:
Keep in mind that setting this parameter to a higher value will lengthen
the scan time.
5.7.6 The Bluetooth GPRS WAN Connection
The following steps describe how to set up an internet data connection using a GSM
cellular telephone with Bluetooth. The WORKABOUT PRO G2 communicates via
Bluetooth to the cell phone, which then accesses a WAN (Wide Area Network) and
transfers data using GPRS.
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1. To set up the internet parameters, choose the Network And Dial-up
Connections icon from the Control Panel.
Figure 5.10 Network And Dial-up Connection Icon
2. Choose the Make New Connection icon.
Figure 5.11 Creating A GPRS Connection
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3. In the Make New Connection dialog box, choose Dial-Up Connection.
Enter a name for your GPRS network connection.
4. Choose the Next button to display the Modem dialog box.
5. In the drop-down menu labelled Select a modem, choose the name
of the modem with which you want to connect, and then choose the
Configure button to display the Device Properties dialog box.
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The WORKABOUT PRO G2 communicates via Bluetooth to your Bluetooth-equipped cellular telephone and retrieves the parameters for the
Device Properties dialog box. The WORKABOUT PRO G2 then disconnects.
6. Under the Call Options tab, turn off Cancel the call if not connected
within, and press [ENTER] to save your changes.
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7. In the Modem dialog box, choose the Next button to display the Phone
Number dialog box.
The phone number you enter is network carrier dependent. Once you’ve
specified all the necessary information, choose the Finish button.
8. In the Control Panel, choose the Dialing icon.
9. The values in the Dialing Properties dialog box need to be edited
according to your network carrier specifications.
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Once you’ve edited this dialog box to reflect your network carrier requirements, press [ENTER] to save your changes.
10. At this point, you’ll need to return to the Control Panel, and choose the
Network and Dial-up Connections icon.
11. In the network connection window, the new network configuration, in
this case GPRS Network is displayed. Tap on the new icon.
When you tap on your new connection, an onscreen message indicates the
status of your connection: connected, disconnected, error messages, and so
on.
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5.8 Total Recall
Total Recall is a Psion Teklogix utility developed to back up/restore applications and
settings. Keep in mind that to protect your data from erasure during a ‘clean start’,
the Total Recall profile must be stored on a SD/MMC card or externally to the
device on a USB memory stick or on a PC.
Note:
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In Windows Embedded CE 5.0, the registry and installed programs are
stored in the Flash file system and are not lost on reset. However, a clean
start will reset not only the registry settings to factory defaults, but will
also erase any files or applications stored or installed on the built-in
Flash file system, including any Total Recall profiles. This is why any data
that needs to be protected must be stored on a SD/MMC card or externally to the device on a USB memory stick or on a PC.
In the Control Panel, choose the Total Recall icon
Figure 5.12 Total Recall Icon
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5.8.1 Creating A Backup Profile
In the drop-down menu, you can choose from four options: Create Backup Profile,
View Selected Profile, Restore Selected Profile and Delete Selected Profile. Keep in
mind however that until a profile is created, the only available option is Create
Backup Profile.
• Choose the Next button to begin the process.
Profile Information
This dialog box lists the possible storage destinations for the profile file.
• To begin, type a name for the profile in the field labelled Profile Name.
• Next, choose the Profile Type you want to create:
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• For this device only–creates a backup that is manually restored by the operator.
• AutoRestore for this device only–creates a profile that automatically restores
itself following a clean start.
• AutoRestore for this and other devices–creates a profile that automatically
restores after resuming from a clean start, but it will not contain the
touchscreen calibration coordinates or the Wireless radio settings.
• Finally, choose a Profile Location – The location for the profile is either
\Flash Disk or \SD-MMC Card.
Tap on the Next button to display the next dialog box Add Files.
Add Files
Figure 5.13 Adding Files
By default, All Files is selected so that all installed or copied files, database entries,
and the Registry will be saved. You can, however, limit the backup to databases,
and/or the registry only. By tapping the checkbox next to these items, you can add or
remove a check mark to enable or disable the option.
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The Select Files option allows you to select predefined file types.
• Remove the check mark next to All Files. You’ll notice the checkbox next
to Select Files changes , indicating that additional options are available.
• Choose this icon
next to Select Files to view your options.
Figure 5.14 By File Type
Choosing By Individual File displays a pop-up menu where you can tailor the list of
files you want to back up.
Figure 5.15 Add Files
To add a file to your backup list:
• Choose Add Files. Browse to and choose the files you want to add to
your list.
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To remove a file from your backup list:
• Choose Remove Files—a dialog box is displayed listing the files that will
be backed up.
• Highlight the item you want to remove from the list, and tap on the
Remove button.
Choosing By File Type allows you to select the file types that you want backed up.
Figure 5.16 Adding Files By File Type
View Selections
Depending on what you have selected for inclusion in your profile, you can view a
list of the selected files, databases and/or registry.
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Figure 5.17 Performing The Backup
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Choose the Backup button to start the process, and create a profile.
5.8.2 Restoring A Profile
To manually restore a profile:
• Choose Restore Selected Profile from the drop-down menu, and choose
the Profile Name displayed in the drop-down menu.
Note:
You can also manually restore an auto restore profile located in flash or a
storage device.
5.9 The Storage Manager
The Storage Manager allows the user to view information about the storage devices
that are present in the WORKABOUT PRO G2, such as SD-MMC flash cards and
Compact Flash cards.
5.9.1 Formatting A Memory Card
Formatting a memory card bulk-erases it. Once a card is erased, partitions may be
created in it, similarly to those on a hard drive. Memory-card devices are normally
‘mounted’ (made available to the system) automatically when they are inserted.
They must be dismounted before they can be formatted.
To format an entire memory card:
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1. Select Start> Settings>Control Panel.
2. In Control Panel, double-click on the Storage Manager icon.
The Storage Manager menu opens:
3. Select the memory card from the drop-down list.
4. Press the Dismount button to dismount the memory card. All partitions
on the card will be dismounted.
5. Press the Format button to format the memory card.
Warning:
All partitions and information on the card will be erased during the
formatting process.
5.9.2 Creating Partitions
Once the card is formatted, new partitions can be created in it. The default is to
create one partition that occupies the whole card, but a card can be divided into
more than one partition if desired. Each partition appears as a separate folder in
Windows Explorer.
To create new partitions:
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1. Press the New button next to the Partitions list box. The New Partition
dialog appears:
2. Enter a name for the partition.
3. If more than one partition is desired, uncheck the Use All Available
Disk Space checkbox, then specify the desired number of sectors to be
used by the partition:
Note:
The sector size of the card is given on the left-hand side of the Storage
Properties dialog.
4. Press OK. The new partition appears in the Partitions list:
The new partition is automatically mounted. This is indicated by an asterisk (*) next
to its name in the partition list. Any unallocated space on the card is indicated at the
left, and additional partitions can be created in it.
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5.9.3 Partition Management
Partitions can be individually dismounted, mounted, deleted, or formatted as well.
These and additional tasks are available from the Partition Properties dialog:
To dismount a partition:
1. Select the desired partition.
2. Press the Properties button. The Partition Properties dialog appears.
3. Press the Dismount button. The partition is dismounted. The asterisk
disappears next to its name in the partitions list.
To delete a partition:
1. Select the desired partition.
2. Press the Delete button. A warning dialog appears.
3. Press the OK button. The partition is deleted.
To format a partition:
1. Select the desired partition.
2. Press the Properties button. The Partition Properties dialog appears.
3. Press the Dismount button. The partition is dismounted. The asterisk
disappears next to its name in the partitions list.
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4. Press the Format button. The Format dialog appears:
5. Choose your format options. These options include:
•
Version of file system (FAT-16, for devices holding up to 4 GB; or
FAT-32, for devices containing up to 32 GB).
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Number of FATs (File-Allocation Tables).
•
Number of entries allowed in the root directory.
•
Cluster size (.5 KB to 64 KB).
There are also two checkboxes, which govern:
•
Whether to use the transaction-safe FAT file system (TFAT). This file
system keeps multiple copies of the file-allocation table, changing one
while maintaining another as a backup.
•
Whether to perform a quick format. Quick formatting removes all reference to data in the partition without erasing the actual partition. The
partition will be treated as empty, and new data will overwrite it.
6. Press Start. The partition is formatted.
To mount a partition:
1. Select the desired partition.
2. Press the Properties button. The Partition Properties dialog appears.
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3. Press the Mount button. The partition is mounted. The asterisk appears
next to its name in the partitions list.
The Partition Properties dialog has buttons for additional functions. Partitions can be
defragmented, and their file structure can be scanned.
5.10 IPv6 Support
The IPv6 Support icon in the Control Panel allows you to activate IPv6 network
support on your unit if your network setup requires this. This internet protocol
specification (version 6) supports 128-bit IP addresses, replacing version 4.
Figure 5.18 IPv6 Support Icon
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Choose the IPv6 Support icon to display the associated dialog box.
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Choose the checkbox next to Enable IPv6 Network Support to enable this
internet protocol.
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5.11 Scanner Settings
The Teklogix Scanners icon in the Control Panel provides dialog boxes in which
you can tailor bar code options and choose the bar codes your scanner will
recognize. The parameters are preset with the default settings of the decoded
scanner installed in the unit.
If you wish to recover the factory defaults after making changes, the defaults can be
applied to a selected parameter, sub-tree of parameters, or all scanner parameters.
Using the stylus, holding on a symbology will pop up a menu to default the sub-tree,
or all settings. Holding on an individual setting will pop up a menu to default that
setting, or all settings. This option cannot be accessed without a touchscreen.
For a listing of available scanners and their specifications, please refer to Chapter 7:
“Specifications”.
Figure 5.19 Teklogix Scanners Icon
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5.11.1 Bar Codes
5.11.1.1 Scanner
The dropdown menu to the right of the Scanner option allows you to choose from
one of the following scanner types used with your hand-held: Decoded (internal),
Decoded (HHP), Decoded (Intermec ISCP) and Imager.
The symbologies listed change to reflect the scanner you choose and the bar codes it
supports.
Important:
To improve the decode speed and performance, enable only those
codes that are required by the application.
Keep in mind that some bar code types are only available when an internal imaging
scanner is installed. All internal scanners can be configured using the Barcode
dialog boxes.
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5.11.2 Decoded (Internal) Scanners
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Tap on the Scanner drop-down menu, and choose Decoded (internal).
5.11.2.1 Options
Note:
Some options are available only for specific scanners. Refer to the option
names in this section for scanner model identification.
Dot Time (msec)
The value selected for “Dot Time (msec)” determines (in milliseconds) how long
the targeting dot remains on before the scanner switches to a normal scan sweep.
When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can
enter a value of 0 msec, 200 msec or 400 msec. A value of 0 (zero) disables the
target dot.
Aim Duration
This parameter determines the total time the aiming pattern appears before the
scanner laser begins sweeping. When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box
is displayed in which you can enter a value from 0 to 30 (0 to 3 sec.). A value of 0
(zero) disables the aiming-dot.
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Laser On Time
The value assigned to this parameter determines how long the laser will remain on
when the scan button or trigger is pressed.Double-tapping on this parameter
displays a dialog box in which you can enter a value between 5 and 99, each
number representing 0.1 seconds.
5.11.2.2 Decoded (Internal) Advanced Options
Continuous Scan Mode
Setting this parameter to ‘on’ keeps the laser on and continuously decoding as long
as the scanner button is pressed and held down.
Minimum Cancel Time
The value assigned to this parameter determines the time delay before the scanner is
turned off, once the scanner trigger or button is released. This gives the scanner a
minimum amount of time to complete its current decode before the scan is cancelled
when the user quickly triggers on/off.
Low Power Timeout
To extend laser life, you can select the time the scanner remains active following a
successful decode. The scanner wakes from low power mode when a bar code is
scanned—a successful decode restores normal blinking.
This is only used if the unit’s Trigger Mode has been changed to Continuous On. If
the unit is used in a fixed mount this parameter might be used, but not if the unit is
used as a hand-held.
When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can
choose a value of 30 sec., 1 min., 2 min. or 3 min.
Parameter Scanning
Setting this parameter to ON enables decoding of parameter bar codes.
Linear Security Level
This parameter allows you to select the security level appropriate for your bar code
quality. There are four levels of decode security for linear code types (e.g., Code 39,
Interleaved 2 of 5). Higher security levels should be selected for decreasing levels of
bar code quality. As security levels increase, the scanner’s decode speed decreases.
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Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box in which you can enter a
value from 1 to 4.
Linear security level 1 specifies that the following code types must be successfully
read twice before being decoded:
Code Type
Length
Codabar
All
MSI Plessey
4 or less
D 5 of 5
8 or less
I 2 of 5
8 or less
“Linear security level 2” specifies that all types of codes must be successfully read
twice before being decoded.
“Linear security level 3” specifies that code types other than the following must be
successfully read twice before being decoded. The following codes must be read
three times:
Code Type
Length
MSI Plessey
4 or less
D 2 of 5
8 or less
I 2 of 5
8 or less
“Linear security level 4” requires that all code types be successfully read three times
before being decoded.
Bi-Direction Redundancy
Note:
This parameter is only valid if a” Linear Security Level” is enabled.
When this parameter is enabled, a bar code must be successfully scanned in both
directions (forward and reverse) before being decoded.
5.11.2.3 Decoded (Internal) 2D Scanning Options
Scanning Mode
When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can
choose one of the following scanning modes: Smart Raster, Always Raster,
Programmable Raster, Slab Pattern, Cyclone Pattern or Semi-Omni Pattern.
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Raster Height And Raster Expand Rate
These parameter determine the laser pattern’s height and rate of expansion.
Note:
These parameters are only used when either Programmable Raster or
Always Raster is assigned to the “2D Scanning Mode” parameter.
“2D Raster Height” and “2D Raster Expand Rate” are intended for very
specific applications and are usually not required for normal scanning
purposes.
Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box in which you can enter a
value from 1 to 15.
5.11.2.4 Decoded (Internal) 2D Scanning Options
Transmit Code ID Char
A code ID character identifies the scanned bar code type. In addition to any single
character prefix already selected, the code ID character is inserted between the
prefix and the decoded symbol.
When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can
choose a transmit code: None, AIM or Symbol.
Scan Data Format
This parameter allows you to change the scan data transmission format.
Double-tapping on “Scan Data Format” displays the following options from which
you can choose a data format: data (as-is), data [S1], data [S2], data [S1][S2],
[P] data, [P] data [S1], [P] data [S2] and [P] data [S1][S2].
Prefix [P], Suffix [S1] And Suffix [S2]
A prefix and/or one or two suffixes may be appended to scan data for use in data
editing.
When you double-tap on these parameters, a dialog box is displayed in which you
can enter a value from 0 to 255.
Delete Char Set ECIs
Setting this parameter to on enables the scanner to delete any escape sequences
representing Character Set ECIs – Extended Channel Interpretations (also known as
GLIs) from its buffer before transmission.
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When this parameter is enabled, the scanner transmits data from PDF417 and
MicroPDF417 bar codes containing Character Set ECIs, even when the ECI
Protocol is disabled.
ECI Decoder
Setting this parameter to on enables the scanner to interpret any Extended Channel
Interpretations (ECIs) supported by the scanner. This parameter has no effect on
symbols that were not encoded using ECIs.
If this parameter is set to off and a symbol that was encoded using an ECI escape is
scanned, the scanner transmits the ECI escape followed by the data that was not
interpreted.
5.11.2.5 Code 39
Enabled
Setting this parameter to on enables “Code 39”.
Enable Trioptic Code 39
Note:
“Trioptic Code 39” and “Full ASCII” should not be enabled simultaneously. The scanner does not automatically discriminate between these
two symbologies.
Trioptic Code 39 symbols always contain six characters. Setting this parameter to
on allows this type of symbology to be recognized.
Convert To Code 32
Note:
“Code 39” must be enabled in order for this parameter to function.
Setting this parameter to on allows the scanner to convert the bar code from “Code
39” to “Code 32”.
Code 32 Prefix
Note:
“Convert to Code 32” must be enabled in order for this parameter to
function.
When this parameter is enabled, the prefix character “A” is added to all “Code 32”
bar codes.
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Set Length L1 And Set Length L2
Lengths for “Code 39” can be set for Any length, Length within a range, One
discrete length or Two discrete lengths. The length of a code refers to the number of
characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s).
Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box labelled Set Code Lengths
where you can define the code length that will be decoded by your scanner
Choosing One discrete length allows you to decode only those codes containing a
selected length. Choosing Two discrete lengths allows you to decode only those
codes containing two selected lengths. Length within a range allows you to decode
a code type within a specified range from 1 to 55.
Check Digit Verification
When this parameter is enabled (set to on), the integrity of a “Code 39” symbol is
checked to ensure that it complies with specified algorithms.
Note:
Only those “Code 39” symbols that include a Mod 43 check digit are
decoded when this parameter is enabled.
Transmit Check Digit
If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must to enabled.
Full ASCII
If this parameter is enabled, the characters +, %, and / are used as escape characters.
The combination of an escape character and the next character is converted to an
equivalent ASCII character.
Decode Performance
If this parameter is enabled, one of three decode levels can be chosen in the “Decode
Performance Level” parameter.
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Decode Perf. Level
This parameter provides three levels of decode performance or “aggressiveness” for
Code 39 symbols. Increasing the performance level reduces the amount of required
bar code orientation – this is useful when scanning very long and/or truncated bar
codes. Keep in mind that increased levels reduce decode security.
When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can
enter a decode performance level of between 1 and 3.
Field Size/Chars
Field Size
The field size is the length of the field after the first character is stripped and the
prefix and suffix characters are added. If the field size is non-zero, only bar codes of
that length are passed through.
Prefix Char
This character, if non-zero, is added before a successfully decoded bar code. Press
the key you want to insert in the dialog box attached to this parameter. The
ASCII/Unicode key value of the keypress is displayed.
Suffix Char
This character, if non-zero, is added after a successfully decoded bar code. Press the
key you want to insert in the dialog box attached to this parameter. The
ASCII/Unicode key value of the keypress is displayed.
Strip Leading
This parameter determines the number of characters that will be removed from the
beginning of the bar code before the prefix character is added.
Note:
For Code 39 bar codes, the “AIAG Strip” is performed before the
“Strip Leading”.
Strip Trailing
The value entered in this parameter determines the number of characters that will be
removed from the end of the bar code before the suffix character is added.
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5.11.2.6 Code 128
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 128”.
Enable GS1-128/GS1 US
Previously UPC/EAN and UCC, these types of bar codes include group separators
and start codes.
Enable ISBT 128
To successfully scan this variation, “Enable ISBT 128” must be set to on.
Decode Performance
If this parameter is set to on, one of three decode levels assigned to the “Decode
Performance Level” parameter can be selected.
Decode Perf. Level
This parameter provides three levels of decode performance or “aggressiveness” for
Code 128 symbols. Increasing the performance level reduces the amount of required
bar code orientation – this is useful when scanning very long and/or truncated bar
codes. Keep in mind that increased levels reduce decode security.
When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can
enter a decode performance level of between 1 and 3.
Field Size/Chars
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.2.7 EAN 13
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 13”.
Prefix/Suffix
Prefix Char
This character, if non-zero, is added before a successfully decoded bar code. Press
the key you want to insert in the dialog box attached to this parameter. The
ASCII/Unicode key value of the keypress is displayed.
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Suffix Char
This character, if non-zero, is added after a successfully decoded bar code. Press the
key you want to insert in the dialog box attached to this parameter. The
ASCII/Unicode key value of the keypress is displayed.
Strip Leading
This parameter determines the number of characters that will be removed from the
beginning of the bar code before the prefix character is added.
Note:
The appended character is treated as any other keyboard character.
For example, if [BKSP] is pressed, the usual action for that key
is performed.
Strip Trailing
The value entered in this parameter determines the number of characters that will be
removed from the end of the bar code before the suffix character is added.
5.11.2.8 EAN 8
Enabled
Set this parameter to ON to enable “EAN 8”.
EAN-8 Zero Extend
When this parameter is enabled, five leading zeros are added to decoded EAN-8
symbols, making them compatible in format to EAN-13 symbols. Disabling this
parameter returns EAN-8 symbols to their normal format.
Prefix/Suffix
See “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 144.
5.11.2.9 UPC A
Enabled
Set this parameter to ON to enable “UPC A”.
UPC-A, Check Digit
If you enable this parameter, the check digit is included with the decoded bar
code data.
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UPC-A, Preamble
When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed where you can
choose one of three options for lead-in characters for UPC-A symbols transmitted to
the host device:
System Char – system character transmitted with the data,
Country Code and System Char – both the country code (“0” for USA) and system
character are transmitted with the data, or
None – no preamble is transmitted. The lead-in characters are considered part of the
symbol.
Prefix/Suffix
See “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 144.
5.11.2.10 UPC E
Enabled UPC-E
Set this parameter to ON to allow “UPC E” bar code scans.
Enabled UPC-E1
Set this parameter to ON to allow “UPC-E1” (zero suppressed) bar code scans.
UPC-E And UPC-E1 Check Digit
If you enable one or both of these parameters, a check digit is included with the
decoded bar code data.
UPC-E And UPC-E1 Preamble
When you double-tap on one of these parameters, a dialog box is displayed where
you can choose one of three options for lead-in characters for UPC-E and UPC-E1
symbols transmitted to the host device:
System Char – system character transmitted with the data,
Country code and System Char – both the country code (“0” for USA) and system
character are transmitted with the data, or
None – no preamble is transmitted. The lead-in characters are considered part of
the symbol.
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Conv. UPC-E To UPC-A
This parameter converts UPC-E (zero suppressed) decoded data to UPC-A format
before transmission. After conversion, data follows UPC-A format and is affected
by UPC-A programming selections (e.g., Preamble, Check Digit).
Conv. UPC-E1 To UPC-A
This parameter converts UPC-E1 (zero suppressed) decoded data to UPC-A format
before transmission. After conversion, data follows UPC-A format and is affected
by UPC-A programming selections (e.g., Preamble, Check Digit).
Prefix/Suffix
Refer to “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 144.
5.11.2.11 UPC/EAN Shared Settings
The parameters you set here are a shared across all available UPC and EAN
bar codes.
Enable Bookland EAN
Setting this parameter to ON allows your scanner to recognize Bookland EAN
bar codes.
Supplementals
'Supplementals” are additionally appended characters (2 or 5).
Double-tapping this parameter displays a list of options. If Ignore is chosen,
UPC/EAN is decoded and the supplemental characters are ignored. If Decode is
chosen, UPC/EAN symbols are decoded with supplementals. Autodiscriminate
works in conjunction with the Supp. Redundancy parameter.
Supp. Redundancy
With “Autodiscriminate” selected in the “Supplementals” parameter, “Supp.
Redundancy” adjusts the number of times a symbol without supplementals is
decoded before transmission.
When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog is displayed in which you can enter
a value between 2 and 20. A value of 5 or above is recommended when
Autodiscriminate is selected and you are decoding a mix of UPC/EAN symbols
with and without supplementals.
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Security Level
This parameter controls the tolerance for decoding edge-to-edge UPC/EAN bar
codes. Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box in which you can
choose a level from 0 to 3. Lower values have a lower tolerance for misreads, but
they also increase the time it takes to decode the bar code.
Linear Decode
“Linear Decode” applies to code types containing two adjacent blocks (e.g.,
UPC-A, EAN-8, EAN-13). When enabled (set to on), a bar code is transmitted only
when both the left and right blocks are successfully decoded within one laser scan.
This option should be enabled when bar codes are in proximity to each other.
2D UPC Half Block Stitching
Setting this parameter to ON enables “UPC Half Block Stitching” for the SE 3223
omnidirectional engine only.
5.11.2.12 Code 93
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 93” or off to disable it.
Set Length L1 And Set Length L2
Lengths for “Code 93” can be set for Any length, Length within a range, One
discrete length or Two discrete lengths. The length of a code refers to the number of
characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s).
Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box labelled Set Code Lengths
where you can define the code length that will be recognized by your scanner.
Choosing One discrete length allows you to decode only those codes containing a
selected length. Choosing Two discrete lengths allows you to decode only those
codes containing two selected lengths. Length within a range allows you to decode
a code type within a specified range from 4 to 55.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
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5.11.2.13 Codabar
Enabled
Set this parameter to ON to enable “Codabar”.
Set Length L1 And Set Length L2
Lengths for “Codabar” can be set for Any length, Length within a range, One
discrete length or Two discrete lengths. The length of a code refers to the number of
characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s).
Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box labelled Set Code Lengths
where you can define the code length that will be recognized by your scanner.
Choosing One discrete length allows you to decode only those codes containing a
selected length. Choosing Two discrete lengths allows you to decode only those
codes containing two selected lengths. Length within a range allows you to decode
a code type within a specified range from 5 to 55.
CLSI Editing
When enabled, this parameter strips the start and stop characters and inserts a space
after the first, fifth, and tenth characters of a 14-character Codabar symbol.
Note:
Symbol length does not include start and stop characters.
NOTIS Editing
When enabled, this parameter strips the start and stop characters from decoded
Codabar symbol.
Field Size/Chars
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.2.14 MSI Plessey
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “MSI Plessey”.
Set Length L1 And Set Length L2
Lengths for “MSI Plessey” can be set for Any length, Length within a range, One
discrete length or Two discrete lengths. The length of a code refers to the number of
characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s).
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Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box labelled Set Code Lengths
where you can define the code length that will be recognized by your scanner.
Choosing One discrete length allows you to decode only those codes containing a
selected length. Choosing Two discrete lengths allows you to decode only those
codes containing two selected lengths. Length within a range allows you to decode
a code type within a specified range from 6 to 55.
Check Digits
Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box in which you can choose
One or Two check digit(s).
If this parameter is set to One, it is assumed that the last digit is a check digit. If
“Check Digits” is set to Two, it is assumed that the last two digits are check digits.
Note:
If Two check digits is selected, an MSI Plessey “Check Digit Algorithm:
must also be selected. See below for details.
Transmit Check Digit
If this parameter is enabled, the check digit is included with the bar
code data.
Check Digit Algorithm
When the Two MSI Plessey check digits option is selected, an additional verification
is required to ensure integrity. Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog
box n which you can choose the algorithm to be used: MOD 10/MOD 11 or
MOD 10/MOD 10.
Field Size/Chars
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.2.15 Interleaved 2 of 5
Enabled
Set this parameter to ON to enable “Interleaved 2 of 5”.
Set Length L1 And Set Length L2
Lengths for “Interleaved 2 of 5” can be set for Any length, Length within a range,
One discrete length or Two discrete lengths. The length of a code refers to the
number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s).
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Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box labelled Set Code Lengths
where you can define the code length that will be recognized by your scanner.
Choosing One discrete length allows you to decode only those codes containing a
selected length. Choosing Two discrete lengths allows you to decode only those
codes containing two selected lengths. Length within a range allows you to decode
a code type within a specified range from 4 to 14.
Check Digit Verification
When enabled, this parameter checks the integrity of an I 2 of 5 symbol to
ensure it complies with a specified algorithm – either USS (Uniform Symbology
Specification) or OPCC (Optical Product Code Council).
Transmit Check Digit
If this parameter is enabled, the check digit is included with the bar code data.
Convert To EAN 13
If this parameter is enabled, the I 2 of 5 bar code is converted to EAN 13.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.2.16 Discrete 2 of 5
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Discrete 2 of 5”.
Set Length L1 And Set Length L2
Lengths for “Discrete 2 of 5” can be set for Any length, Length within a range, One
discrete length or Two discrete lengths. The length of a code refers to the number of
characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s).
Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box labelled Set Code Lengths
where you can define the code length that will be recognized by your scanner.
Choosing One discrete length allows you to decode only those codes containing a
selected length. Choosing Two discrete lengths allows you to decode only those
codes containing two selected lengths. Length within a range allows you to decode
a code type within a specified range from 1 to 12.
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Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.2.17 RSS Code
Enable
Setting this parameter to on enables “2D RSS Code” scanning capability.
Enable RSS-14 (Reduced Space Symbology)
RSS-14 code can be either purely linear or split in half with one half stacked on top
of the other half. Stacking the code reduces the bar code length, and providing the
nominal height of the code is maintained, it can be omni-directionally scanned.
Enable RSS Limited
“RSS-Limited” is restricted, in that it can only encode 14 digit GTINs (global trade
item number) that begin with either a 0 or a 1. It is not stackable and is not designed
to be read omni-directionally.
Enable RSS Expanded
“RSS Expanded” uses the same application identifiers as UCC/EAN-128 codes but
it can be split into sections and stacked several rows high, reducing the length of the
symbol, while increasing the capacity of data that can be stored. “RSS Expanded”
code can be omni-directionally scanned.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.2.18 Composite
Important:
To successfully read this type of bar code, the two types of
symbologies included in a composite bar code must be enabled.
In addition, “Center Bar Code Only” must be disabled.
A composite symbol includes multi-row 2D components making it compatible with
linear and area CCD scanners along with linear and rastering laser scanners.
The options available for this parameter represent multi-level components of a
composite symbol.
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Enable CC-C And Enable CC-AB
To activate these components, set these parameters to on.
Enable TLC-39
This composite component integrates MicroPDF417 with the linear code. Setting
this parameter to on enables this parameter.
5.11.2.19 PDF-417
Enable
Setting this parameter to on enables PDF-417 two dimensional (2D) coding.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.2.20 Micro PDF-417
Enable
Setting this parameter to on enables “Micro PDF-417” bar code scanning. Micro
PDF-417 is a multi-row symbology that is useful for applications requiring greater
area efficiency but lower data capacity than PDF-417.
Code 128 Emulation
When this parameter is enabled, the scanner transmits data from certain Micro
PDF-417 symbols as if it was encoded in Code 128 symbols.
If Code 128 Emulation is enabled, the following Micro PDF-417 symbols are
transmitted with one of the following prefixes:
]C1if the first codeword is 903-907, 912, 914, 915
]C2if the first codeword is 908 or 909
]C0if the first codeword is 910 or 911
If Code 128 Emulation is set to off, the Micro PDF-417 symbols are transmitted
with one of the following prefixes:
]L3if the first codeword is 903-907, 912, 914, 915
]L4if the first codeword is 908 or 909
]L5if the first codeword is 910 or 911
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Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3 Decoded (HHP)
5.11.3.1 Decoded (HHP) Scanner Options
Laser On Time
The value assigned to this parameter determines how long the laser will remain on
when the scan button or trigger is pressed.
Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box in which you can enter a
value from 1 to 10.
5.11.3.2 Decoded (HHP) Advanced Options
Continuous Scan Mode
Setting this parameter to on keeps the laser on and continuously decoding as long as
the scanner button is pressed and held down.
Minimum Cancel Time
The value assigned to this parameter determines the time delay before the scanner is
turned off, once the scanner trigger or button is released. This gives the scanner a
minimum amount of time to complete its current decode before the scan is cancelled
when the user quickly triggers on/off.
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Low Power Timeout
To extend laser life, you can select the length of time the scanner remains active
following a successful decode. The scanner wakes from low power mode when a
bar code is scanned – a successful decode restores normal blinking.
When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can
choose a value of 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min or 3 min.
Note:
This parameter is only used if the Trigger Mode has been set to Continuous On and the hand-held is mounted in a fixed position; otherwise, ‘Low
Power Timeout’ is not used.
5.11.3.3 Code 39
Enabled
Setting this parameter to on enables “Code 39”.
Strip Start/Stop Chars
Codabar uses the characters A, B, C, and D as start and stop characters. Thus, the
first and last digits of a Codabar message must be A, B, C, or D, and the body of the
message should not contain these characters. Setting this parameter to on strips the
start and stop characters from this bar code.
Check Char
When this parameter is set to Validate only, the integrity of a “Code 39” symbol is
checked to ensure that it complies with specified algorithms.
If “Check Char” is set to Validate and Transmit, the check character is validated and
transmitted with the data.
Setting this parameter to None disables this function.
Minimum And Maximum Length
Minimum and Maximum lengths for the bar code can be set from 0 to 48. The
length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters),
including check digit(s).
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Append
If this parameter enabled, any Code 39 bar code that contains a space as the first
character will be “stored in memory”. Once a Code 39 barcode containing a
non-space first character is scanned, this bar code will be appended to the bar codes
containing the spaces and the imager will transmit the ALL the data. The spaces are
then removed.
Pharmaceutical
This is a numeric (0-9) fixed length barcode used by Italian pharmacies. It is also
referred to as Code 32 Pharmacode and is a form of Code 39.
Full ASCII
If this parameter is enabled, the characters +, %, and / are used as escape characters.
The combination of an escape character and the next character is converted to an
equivalent ASCII character.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.4 Trioptic Code
This code is used for labeling magnetic storage media.
Note:
If you are scanning Code 32 Pharmaceutical codes, Trioptic Code must
be off.
5.11.3.5 Code 128
Enabled
Setting this parameter to on enables “Code 128”.
ISBT Concatenation
These codes are not concatenated by default. You need to set this parameter to on to
send concatenated code.
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Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 0
to 80.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.6 EAN 13 Settings
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 13”.
Check Digit
If you enable this parameter, a check digit is included with the decoded bar
code data.
Addendum Add-on 2 And Addendum Add-on 5
An addendum is a separate bar code, supplementary to the main bar code.
Enabling these parameters defines the length of the addendum bar code to either 2
or 5 characters.
Addendum Required
When this parameter is set to on, the scanner does not accept the main bar code
without an addendum.
Addendum Separator
“Addendum Separator” is a space that is added between the EAN 13 bar code and
the Add-on code/Addenda. When this parameter is set to on, the scanner does not
accept the main bar code without an addendum.
ISBN Translate
When this parameter (International Standard Book Number) is enabled, the first 3
characters (‘978’) are ignored and the checksum (0.9, ‘X’) is calculated on the
remaining characters.
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Prefix/Suffix
Refer to “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 144.
5.11.3.7 EAN 8
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 8”.
Check Digit
If you enable this parameter, a check digit is included with the decoded bar
code data.
Addendum Add-on 2 And Addendum Add-on 5
An addendum is a separate bar code, supplementary to the main bar code.
Enabling these parameters defines the length of the addendum bar code to either
2 or 5 characters.
Addendum Required
When this parameter is set to on, the scanner does not accept the main bar code
without an addendum.
Addendum Separator
Addendum Separator is a space that is added between the EAN 13 bar code and the
Add-on code/Addenda. When this parameter is set to on, the scanner does not
accept the main bar code without an addendum.
Prefix/Suffix
Refer to “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 144.
5.11.3.8 UPC A Settings
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC A” bar code scanning recognition.
Check Digit
If you enable this parameter, a check digit is included with the decoded bar
code data.
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Transmit Number System
If this parameter is enabled, the number system digit is transmitted with the decoded
bar code data.
Addendum Add-on 2 And Addendum Add-on 5
An addendum is a separate bar code, supplementary to the main bar code.
Enabling these parameters defines the length of the addendum bar code to either
2 or 5 characters.
Addendum Required
When this parameter is set to on, the scanner does not accept the main bar code
without an addendum.
Addendum Separator
“Addendum Separator” is a space that is added between the UPC A bar code and the
Add-on code/Addenda. When this parameter is set to on, the scanner does not
accept the main bar code without an addendum.
Prefix/Suffix
Refer to “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 144.
5.11.3.9 UPC E Settings
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC E”.
Enabled UPC-E1
Set this parameter to on to allow “UPC-E1” (zero suppressed) bar code scans.
Expand
This parameter expands the UPC E code to a 12 digit UPC-A format.
Check Digit
If you enable this parameter, a check digit is included with the decoded bar
code data.
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Transmit Number System
If this parameter is enabled, the number system digit is transmitted with the decoded
bar code data.
Addendum Add-on 2 And Addendum Add-on 5
An addendum is a separate bar code, supplementary to the main bar code.
Enabling these parameters defines the length of the addendum bar code to either
2 or 5 characters.
Addendum Required
When this parameter is set to on, the scanner does not accept the main bar code
without an addendum.
Addendum Separator
“Addendum Separator” is a space that is added between the UPC E bar code and the
Add-on code/Addenda. When this parameter is set to on, the scanner does not
accept the main bar code without an addendum.
Prefix/Suffix
Refer to “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 144.
5.11.3.10 UPC/EAN Shared Settings
Extended Coupon Code
This parameter specifies whether or not the imager will read only UPC-A/EAN-13
bar codes that have addenda.
Note:
The 2 or 5 digit addenda must be turned on/off, depending on the desired
behavior.
5.11.3.11 Code 93
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 93”.
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Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 0
to 80.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.12 Codabar
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Codabar”.
Start/Stop Transmit
Codabar can use the following sets of characters as start and stop characters:
a, b, c, d
A, B, C, D
a, b, c, d, /, t, n, *, e
DC1, DC2, DC3, DC4
Thus, when a set is chosen, the first and last digits of a Codabar message must be
one of those characters and the body of the message should not contain these
characters. Setting this parameter to off strips the start and stop characters from this
bar code.
Check Char
When this parameter is set to Validate only, the integrity of a “Code 39” symbol is
checked to ensure that it complies with specified algorithms.
If “Check Char” is set to Validate and Transmit, the check character is validated and
transmitted with the data.
Setting this parameter to None disables this function.
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Concatenation
“Codabar” supports symbol concatenation. When you enable Concatenation, the
imager looks for a Codabar symbol with a “D” start character that is adjacent to a
symbol with a “D” stop character. In this case, the two messages are concatenated
into one with the “D” characters omitted.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 2
to 60.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.13 MSI Plessey
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable MSI.
Enable Plessey
Set this parameter to on to enable Plessey.
Check Char
When this parameter is set to Validate only, the integrity of the symbol is checked to
ensure that it complies with specified algorithms.
If “Check Char” is set to Validate and Transmit, the check character is validated and
transmitted with the data.
Setting this parameter to None disables this function.
Minimum And Maximum Length
These parameters apply to MSI bar codes. The length of a code refers to the number
of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s).
Double-tapping on these parameters displays a screen in which you can set the
minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 4 to 48.
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Plessey Minimum And Plessey Maximum Length
These parameters apply to Plessey bar codes.The length of a code refers to the
number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s).
Double-tapping on these parameters displays a screen in which you can set the
minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 4 to 48.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.14 Code 11
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 11”.
Check Digits
Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box in which you can choose
One Check Digit or Two check digits.
If this parameter is set to One Check Digit, it is assumed that the last digit is a check
digit. If it is set to Two Check Digits, it is assumed that the last two digits are check
digits.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 80.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.15 Interleaved 2 of 5
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Interleaved 2 of 5”.
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Check Digit
When this parameter is set to Validate only, the integrity of a symbol is checked to
ensure that it complies with specified algorithms.
If “Check Digit” is set to Validate and Transmit, the check digit is validated and
transmitted with the data.
Setting this parameter to None disables this function.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 80.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.16 Matrix 2 of 5
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Matrix 2 of 5”.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 80.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.17 IATA 2 of 5
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “IATA 2 of 5”.
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The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 48.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.18 Discrete 2 of 5
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Discrete 2 of 5”.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 48.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.19 Telepen
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Telepen”.
Output
If you choose AIM Output, the imager reads symbols with start/stop pattern 1 and
decodes them as standard full ASCII (start/stop pattern 1). If you choose Original
Output, the imager reads symbols with start/stop pattern 1 and decodes them as
compressed numeric with optional full ASCII (start/stop pattern 2).
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Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 60.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.20 RSS Code (Reduced Space Symbology)
Enable
Setting this parameter to on enables “RSS Code” scanning capability.
Enable RSS Limited
‘RSS-Limited” is restricted, in that it can only encode 14 digit GTINs (global trade
item number) that begin with either a 0 or a 1. It is not stackable and is not designed
to be read omni-directionally.
Enable RSS Expanded
“RSS Expanded” uses the same application identifiers as UCC/EAN-128 codes but
they can be split into sections and stacked several rows high, reducing the length of
the symbol, while increasing the capacity of data that can be stored. “RSS
Expanded” code can be omni-directionally scanned.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 74.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
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5.11.3.21 PosiCode (Reduced Space Symbology)
Enable
Setting this parameter to on enables “PosiCode” scanning capability.
PosiCode
“PosiCode” is a “position” based symbology. A position based symbology
de-couples the widths of the bars from their positions. The centers of the bars are
specified to be laid out on a grid of equally spaced parallel lines. The distance
between these grid lines is called the G-dimension and is analogous to the
X-dimension of conventional bar codes.
There are two variations of this code: PosiCode A, and PosiCode B. The options
available with this parameter allow to choose A and B, A and B and Limited A or A
and B and Limited B.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 80.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.22 Composite
Important:
To successfully read this type of bar code, the two types of
symbologies included in a composite bar code must be enabled.
A composite symbol includes multi-row 2D components making it compatible with
linear and area CCD scanners along with linear and rastering laser scanners.
The options available for this parameter represent multi-level components of a
composite symbol.
GS1 128
“GS1 128” is the GS1 implementation of the Code 128 barcode specification. The
former correct name was UCC/EAN-128.
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“GS1-128” uses a series of Application Identifiers to include additional data such as
best before dates, batch numbers, quantities, weights and many other attributes
needed by the user.
EAN/UCC 128 Emulation
The options in this parameter allow you to turn this emulation on or off, or to enable
RSS Emulation.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 2435.
5.11.3.23 TLC-39
This composite component integrates MicroPDF417 with the linear code.
Enabled
Setting this parameter to on enables this parameter.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.24 PDF-417
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “PDF-417”.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 2750.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
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5.11.3.25 Micro PDF-417
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Micro PDF-417”.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 366.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.26 Code 16K
The “Code 16K” bar code is a multiple-row bar code that can encode the full ASCII
character set below ASCII 128. It uses existing UPC and Code 128 character set
patterns. Up to 77 full ASCII characters or 154 numeric characters can be encoded
into 2 to 16 rows. Each row is divided by a separator bar. The top and bottom of the
symbol also have separator bars that extend to the ends of the minimum quiet zones.
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 16K”.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 160.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
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5.11.3.27 Code 49
The “Code 49” bar code is a multiple-row bar code that can encode the full ASCII
character set below ASCII 128. Up to 49 alphanumeric characters or 81 numeric
characters can be encoded into two to eight rows. Each row is divided by a separator
bar. The top and bottom of the symbol also have separator bars that extend to the
ends of the minimum quiet zones.
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 49”.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 81.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.28 Codablock
Enable
Set this parameter to on to enable “Codablock”.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 2048.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.29 2D Data Matrix
Enable
Set this parameter to on to enable “2D Data Matrix”.
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Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 1500.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.30 2D QR Code
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “2D QR Code”.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 3500.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.31 2D Maxicode
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “2D Maxicode”.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 150.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
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5.11.3.32 2D Aztec
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “2D Aztec”.
Aztec Runes
Aztec Runes, the smallest type of Aztec Code symbol, has the ability to encode a
very short license plate message.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1
to 3750.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.33 Postal: PlaNET
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: PlaNET”.
Check Digit
If enabled, the check digit will be transmitted at the end of the scanned data.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.34 Postal: PostNET
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: PostNET”.
Check Digit
If enabled, the check digit will be transmitted at the end of the scanned data.
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Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.35 Postal: Australian
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Australian”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.36 Postal: Canadian
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Canadian”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.37 Postal: China
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: China”.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 2
to 80.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.38 Postal: Japanese
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Japanese”.
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Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.39 Postal: Kix
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Kix”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.40 Postal: Korean
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Korean”.
Minimum And Maximum Length
The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable
characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays a
screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 2
to 48.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.3.41 Postal: Royal
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Royal”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
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5.11.4 Decoded (Intermec ISCP)
•
Tap on the Scanner drop-down menu, and choose Decoded (Intermec
ISCP).
5.11.4.1 Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Options
Laser On Time
The value assigned to this parameter determines how long the laser will remain on
when the scan button or trigger is pressed.
Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box in which you can enter a
value between 1 and 10 seconds.
5.11.4.2 Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Advanced Options
Continuous Scan Mode
Setting this parameter to ‘on’ keeps the laser on and continuously decoding as long
as the scanner button is pressed and held down.
Minimum Cancel Time
The value assigned to this parameter determines the time delay before the scanner is
turned off, once the scanner trigger or button is released. This gives the scanner a
minimum amount of time to complete its current decode before the scan is cancelled
when the user quickly triggers on/off.
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Low Power Timeout
To extend laser life, you can select the length of time the scanner remains active
following a successful decode. The scanner wakes from low power mode when a
bar code is scanned – a successful decode restores normal blinking.
When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can
choose a value of 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min or 3 min.
Note:
This parameter is only used if the Trigger Mode has been set to Continuous On and the hand-held is mounted in a fixed position; otherwise, ‘Low
Power Timeout’ is not used.
Parameter Scanning
Setting this parameter to Enabled allows decoding of parameter bar codes.
Same Read Validate
The data is only transmitted after repeated reads give the same result. The
value assigned at this parameter determines the number of reads required, from
0 to 10 times.
Same Read Timeout
Prevents the same bar code from being read more than once. The value assigned
determines after what time period the scanner will timeout, from 0 to 2550 msec.
Diff Read Timeout
Prevents unwanted reading of other bar codes on the same label. The value assigned
determines after what time period the scanner will timeout, from 0 to 2550 msec.
5.11.4.3 Code 39
Enable
Setting this parameter to on enables “Code 39”.
Full ASCII
If this parameter is enabled, the characters +, %, and / are used as escape
characters. The combination of an escape character and the next character
is converted to an equivalent ASCII character.
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Reading Range
Determines the reading distance from which a bar code can be successfully scanned.
The default setting, Extended, allows for increased reading distance.
Start/Stop Transmit
Setting this parameter to on enables the transmission of start and stop characters,
which are usually not transmitted. Code 39 can start and end with either a * or a $
character (see also next parameter Accepted Start Char).
Accepted Start Char
This parameter allows the user the option of using one of the two start/stop
characters or both ($ char, * char, $ and * char).
Check Digit Verification
Uses the specified algorithm of the option you've chosen to ensure the integrity of
the symbol data before transmitting. If the data does not contain that algorithm, the
data is not transmitted. The available options are: Disabled, MOD 43 Check, French
CIP, or Italian CIP.
Notes: French CIP (French pharmaceutical) is only used with bar codes containing 7 characters.
Italian CIP (Italian pharmaceutical) is also known as Code 32. It is transmitted as a standard Code 39 if checksum is not validated.
Transmit Check Digit
If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled.
Minimum Length
Minimum lengths for the bar code can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code
refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check
digit(s).
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
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5.11.4.4 Code 128
Enable
Setting this parameter to on enables “Code 128”.
GS1-128
“GS1-128” is the GS1 implementation of the Code 128 barcode specification. The
former correct name was UCC/EAN-128.
GS1-128 Identifier
“GS1-128 Identifier” allows the AIM ID " ]C1" for EAN 128 to be transmitted or
removed. By default, this identifier is transmitted if EAN 128 is enabled.
GTIN Compliant
GTIN (global trade item number) processing transmits EAN 128 as the 14-character
EAN/UCC GTIN. To use GTIN processing, you must activate the EAN 128
symbology.
Important:
When EAN 128 and GTIN processing are both activated, it is not
possible to read normal EAN 128 Codes.
FNC1 Conversion
“FNC1 Conversion” allows the embedded FNC1 character to be converted to
another character for applications that cannot use the default Group Separator
or hex (1d).
Double-tapping on this option displays a dialog box listing the allowable
range – 0 to 255.
Enable ISBT 128
To successfully scan this type of bar code (International Society of Blood
Transfusion), this option must be set to on. If you enable this type of bar code, Code
128/EAN 128 is deactivated to avoid any confusion.
ISBT Concat Transmit
The codes are not concatenated by default. You need to choose one of the options
provided for this parameter to send concatenated code. Choosing Only
Concatenated Codes transmits only concatenated codes—single codes will not be
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transmitted. Choosing Concatenated or Single transmits single codes or
concatenated codes. If only one code of a pair is read, that code will be transmitted
as a single code. If both codes in a pair are detected, they will be concatenated
provided that ISBT Concat Any Pair (see below) is enabled.
ISBT Concat Any Pair
Enabling this parameter causes all code pairs that can be, to be concatenated even if
they do not comply with Section 4.1 of the “ISBT 128 Bar Code Symbology and
Application Specification for Labeling of Whole Blood and Blood Components”
(June 2000, Version 1.2.1).
Reading Range
Determines the reading distance from which a bar code can be successfully scanned.
The default setting Extended, allows for increased reading distance.
Check Digit Verification
The available options for this parameter are Disabled or French CIP. This parameter
uses the specified algorithm of the option you've chosen to ensure the integrity of
the symbol data before transmitting. If the data does not contain that algorithm, the
data is not transmitted.
Note:
French CIP (French pharmaceutical) is only used with bar codes containing 7 characters.
Minimum Length
Minimum lengths for the bar code can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code
refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including
check digit(s).
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.4.5 EAN 13 Settings
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 13”.
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ISBN Conversion
When this parameter (International Standard Book Number) is enabled, the first 3
characters (‘978’) are ignored and the checksum (0.9, ‘X’) is calculated on the
remaining characters.
Transmit Check Digit
If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled.
Prefix/Suffix
Refer to “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 144.
5.11.4.6 EAN 8
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 8”.
Transmit Check Digit
If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled.
Convert To EAN 13
If this parameter is enabled, an EAN 8 bar code is converted to EAN 13.
Prefix/Suffix
Refer to “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 144.
5.11.4.7 UPC A Settings
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC A” bar code scanning recognition.
Transmit Check Digit
If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled.
Transmit Number System
If this parameter is enabled, the number system digit is transmitted with the decoded
bar code data.
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Convert To EAN 13
If this parameter is enabled, a UPC A bar code is converted to EAN 13.
Prefix/Suffix
Refer to “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 144.
5.11.4.8 UPC E Settings
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC E”.
Enable UPC-E1
Set this parameter to on to allow “UPC-E1” (zero suppressed) bar code scans.
Transmit Check Digit
If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled.
Transmit Number System
If this parameter is enabled, the number system digit is transmitted with the decoded
bar code data.
Convert To UPC-A
This parameter converts UPC E (zero suppressed) decoded data to UPC A format
before transmission. After conversion, data follows UPC A format and is affected
by UPC A programming selections (e.g. Check Digit).
Prefix/Suffix
Refer to “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 144.
5.11.4.9 UPC/EAN Shared Settings
The setting assigned to the “Addendum” parameter associated with this option is
shared across all UPC and EAN bar codes.
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Addendum
An addendum is a separate bar code, supplementary to the main bar code.
This parameter provides two options: Not Required but Transmitted if Read or
Required and Transmitted.
• Double-tap on Addendum to display a dialog box listing your options.
• Highlight an item, and tap on OK.
When “Addendum” is set to Not Required but Transmitted if Read, the scanner
searches for an addendum and if one exists, appends it to the main bar code. When
the parameter is set to Required and Transmitted, the scanner does not accept the
main bar code without an addendum.
Addendum Add-on 2 And Addendum Add-on 5
Enabling these parameters sets the length of the addendum bar code to either 2 or
5 characters.
GTIN Compliant
GTIN (global trade item number) processing transmits EAN 128 as the 14-character
EAN/UCC GTIN. To use GTIN processing, you must activate the EAN 128
symbology.
Important:
When EAN 128 and GTIN processing are both activated, it is not
possible to read normal EAN 128 Codes.
Reading Range
This parameter determines the reading distance from which a bar code can be
successfully scanned. The default setting, Extended, allows for increased
reading distance.
5.11.4.10 Code 93
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 93”.
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Minimum Length
Minimum lengths for the bar code can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code
refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including
check digit(s).
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.4.11 Codabar
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Codabar”.
Start/Stop Transmit
Codabar can use the following sets of characters as start and stop characters:
a, b, c, d
A, B, C, D
a, b, c, d, /, t, n, *, e
DC1, DC2, DC3, DC4
Thus, when a set is chosen, the first and last digits of a Codabar message must be
one of those characters and the body of the message should not contain these
characters. Setting this parameter to Not Transmitted strips the start and stop
characters from this bar code.
CLSI Library System
When enabled, spaces are inserted after characters 1, 5, 10 in the 14-character label
(used in the USA by libraries using the CLSI system).
Check Digit Verification
When enabled, this parameter checks the integrity of a symbol to ensure it complies
with a specified algorithm – either USS (Uniform Symbology Specification) or
OPCC (Optical Product Code Council).
Transmit Check Digit
If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled.
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Set Length L1, Set Length L2, And Set Length L3
Lengths for “Codabar” can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code refers to the
number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s).
Double-tapping on these parameters displays dialog boxes where you can define the
code length that will be recognized by your scanner.
Length Mode
You can choose to set L1 as Minimum Length or L1,L2,L3 as Fixed Length.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.4.12 MSI Plessey
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “MSI”.
Enable Plessy
Set this parameter to on to enable “Plessy”.
Check Digit Verification
The available options for this parameter are MOD 10 Check and Double MOD 10
Check. This parameter uses the specified algorithm of the option you've chosen to
ensure the integrity of the symbol data before transmitting. If the data does not
contain that algorithm, the data is not transmitted.
Transmit Check Digit
If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled.
Plessy Transmit Check Digit
If the check digit is to be transmitted with the Plessy data, this parameter must
be enabled.
Minimum Length
Minimum lengths for the bar code can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code
refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including
check digit(s).
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Plessy Minimum Length
Minimum lengths for the Plessy bar code can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a
code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including
check digit(s).
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.4.13 Code 11
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 11”.
Check Digit Verification
The available options for this parameter are MOD 10 Check and Double MOD 10
Check.This parameter uses the specified algorithm of the option you've chosen to
ensure the integrity of the symbol data before transmitting. If the data does not
contain that algorithm, the data is not transmitted.
Transmit Check Digit
If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled.
Minimum Length
Minimum lengths for the bar code can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code
refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including
check digit(s).
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.4.14 Interleaved 2 of 5
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Interleaved 2 of 5”.
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Reading Range
This parameter determines the reading distance from which a bar code can be
successfully scanned. The default setting, Extended, allows for increased
reading distance.
Check Digit Verification
The available options for this parameter are Disabled, MOD 10 Check and French
CIP. “Check Digit Verification” uses the specified algorithm of the option you've
chosen to ensure the integrity of the symbol data before transmitting. If the data does
not contain that algorithm, the data is not transmitted.
Note:
French CIP (French pharmaceutical) is only used with bar codes containing 7 characters.
Transmit Check Digit
If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled.
Set Length L1, Set Length L2, And Set Length L3
Lengths for “Interleaved 2 of 5” can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code
refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including
check digit(s).
Double-tapping on these parameters displays dialog boxes where you can define the
code length that will be recognized by your scanner.
Length Mode
You can chose to set L1 as Minimum Length or L1,L2,L3 as Fixed Length.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.4.15 Matrix 2 of 5
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Matrix 2 of 5”.
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Minimum Length
Minimum lengths for the bar code can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code
refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including
check digit(s).
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.4.16 Discrete 2 of 5
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Discrete 2 of 5”.
Standard 2 of 5 Format
This parameter allows you to choose a standard format – either Identicon (6
start/stop bars) or Computer Identics (4 start/stop bars).
Check Digit Verification
The available options for this parameter are Disabled and MOD 10 Check. “Check
Digit Verification” uses the specified algorithm of the option you've chosen to
ensure the integrity of the symbol data before transmitting. If the data does not
contain that algorithm, the data is not transmitted.
Transmit Check Digit
If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled.
Set Length L1, Set Length L2, And Set Length L3
Lengths for “Discrete 2 of 5” can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code refers to
the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s).
Double-tapping on these parameters displays dialog boxes where you can define the
code length that will be recognized by your scanner.
Length Mode
You can chose to set L1 as Minimum Length or L1,L2,L3 as Fixed Length.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
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5.11.4.17 Telepen
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Telepen”.
Format
This parameter allows you to set the bar code character format to either ASCII
or Numeric.
Minimum Length
Minimum lengths for the bar code can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code
refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including
check digit(s).
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.4.18 RSS Code (Reduced Space Symbology)
Enable
Setting this parameter to on enables “RSS Code” scanning capability.
Enable RSS-14
RSS-14 code can be either purely linear or split in half with one half stacked on top
of the other half. Stacking the code reduces the bar code length, and providing the
nominal height of the code is maintained, it can be omni-directionally scanned.
Enable RSS Limited
“RSS-Limited” is restricted, in that it can only encode 14 digit GTINs (global trade
item number) that begin with either a 0 or a 1. It is not stackable and is not designed
to be read omni-directionally.
Enable RSS Expanded
“RSS Expanded” uses the same application identifiers as UCC/EAN-128 codes but
they can be split into sections and stacked several rows high, reducing the length of
the symbol, while increasing the capacity of data that can be stored. “RSS
Expanded” code can be omni-directionally scanned.
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Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.4.19 PDF-417
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “PDF-417”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.4.20 Micro PDF-417
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Micro PDF-417”.
Code 128 Emulation
When this parameter is enabled, the scanner transmits data from certain Micro
PDF-417 symbols as if it was encoded in Code 128 symbols.
If Code 128 Emulation is enabled, the following Micro PDF-417 symbols are
transmitted with one of the following prefixes:
]C1if the first codeword is 903-907, 912, 914, 915
]C2if the first codeword is 908 or 909
]C0if the first codeword is 910 or 911
If Code 128 Emulation is set to off, the Micro PDF-417 symbols are transmitted
with one of the following prefixes:
]L3if the first codeword is 903-907, 912, 914, 915
]L4if the first codeword is 908 or 909
]L5if the first codeword is 910 or 911
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
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5.11.4.21 Codablock
Enable Codablock A
Set this parameter to on to enable “Codablock type A”.
Enable Codablock F
Set this parameter to on to enable “Codablock type F”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.5 Imager
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Tap on the Scanner drop-down menu, and choose Imager.
5.11.5.1 Imager Options
TekImager Enabled
Setting this option to on enables the imager installed in your hand-held.
Continuous Scan Mode
Setting this parameter to on keeps image capture active and continuously decoding
as long as the scanner button is pressed and held down.
Center Bar Code Only
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When more than one bar code is visible in a single snap shot, this parameter allows
you to specify that only the centre image within the imager framing marker be read.
When this parameter is set to on, the target dot is pointed at the centre image and
only that image is returned.
Max Number Barcodes
This parameter specifies the maximum number of bar codes the imager will attempt
to decode in an image. A maximum of 6 bar codes can be decoded at one time.
Barcodes Must Decode
This parameter specifies the minimum number of bar codes that the imager must
decode in order to report success.
Note:
This number must be less than the number of bar codes assigned to
“Max Number Barcodes”. The driver validates and reassigns the value
if necessary.
Window Width
“Window Width” determines the width of the captured image in pixels.
Note:
The driver will validate and reassign the value assigned to this parameter,
if necessary; the driver will also use the Window Width value to horizontally center the image in the field of view.
Window Height
This parameter determines the height of the captured image in pixels.
Note:
The driver will validate and reassign the value assigned to this parameter,
if necessary; the driver will also use “Window Height” value to vertically
center the image in the field of view.
Dot Time (msec)
The value selected for “Dot Time (msec)” determines (in milliseconds) how long
the targeting dot remains on before the scanner begins capturing images. When you
double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can enter a
value of between 0 and 3000. A value of 0 disables the target dot.
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5.11.5.2 Imager Advanced Options
Important:
Do not adjust the advanced options without first consulting Psion
Teklogix technical support.
Factory Defaults On Reboot
The value assigned to this parameter determines whether or not the driver will
restore the factory defaults to the imager device on the next reboot.
Note:
The driver will default the imager device on a ‘clean’ reset, regardless of
the value of this parameter.
Min Scan Duration
This parameter defines the minimum amount of time in seconds that the imager will
scan when the trigger is pressed and held down without successful decode.
Note:
The actual scan duration when the trigger is pressed relies on the value
assigned to Captures Per HW Trigger, below.
Captures Per HW Trigger
The value assigned to this parameter determines the number of captures the imager
device will take while the imager's internal hardware trigger is held down.
Note:
This parameter, together with “Min Scan Duration”, determines the
actual scan duration. When the scan trigger is pressed and held down, the
driver starts a timer based on the value of “Min Scan Duration” and also
sends a command to emulate the hardware trigger. When completed, if the
time has not yet expired, it will send another command to the imager
device, forcing the imager to flash again using the value assigned to
“Captures Per HW Trigger”.
Auto Exposure
Important:
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Setting this parameter to on allows the imager to make automatic gain, integration
and illumination adjustments based on ambient light before capturing the bar code.
If the adjustment is insufficient, further adjustments are made automatically before
another image is captured.
Fast Converge
Note:
“Auto Exposure” must be set to ‘on’ in order for this parameter
to function.
Keep in mind that while this parameter can improve imager performance,
“Fast Converge” increases battery power consumption.
Setting this parameter to on speeds the “Auto Exposure” process. It allows the
imager to rapidly snap a number of bar code capture attempts while finding ideal
values for gain, integration and illumination.
Max Gain, Max Integration And Max Illumination
Important:
These parameter values should only be changed by qualified Psion
Teklogix personnel.
These parameters represent internal values used by the 2D imager. The “Auto
Exposure” parameter automatically adjusts the “Max Gain”, “Max Integration” and
“Max Illumination” parameters to produce the best bar code read. Keep in mind that
“Auto Exposure” must be set to on in order for these parameter values to be
automatically adjusted.
Double-tapping on any of these parameters displays an associated dialog box in
which an allowable range is displayed: Max Gain – 357 to 7920, Max Integration –
0 to 65535, Max Illumination – 0 to 7.
Decoder Timeout
The decoder is a set of algorithms that examine the image and attempt to find the bar
codes, and then turn the pixels into data that the computer can use—this process
takes time. “Decoder Timeout” limits the amount of time the decoder will spend
attempting to decode an image, and forces it to stop and grab a new image, which
will probably be easier to decode.
Note:
When decoding multiple bar codes in one image, the value assigned to
‘Decoder Timeout’ should be increased to 200ms/extra bar code after the
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Adaptive Windowing
“Adaptive Windowing” is an advanced technique used to speed up bar code
recognition in certain applications. This parameter automatically reduces the size of
the window to the user-programmed window size when it successfully decodes
(which reduces decode time the next time it is used), but increases it to the full size
window (1280x1024 for SX5303) on a failed decode.
Note:
This feature assumes that you have reached an understanding about how
the device operates in your application, and that, after a learning period,
operators will get used to using the imager in one particular way. It also
assumes that a trained operator will usually only have near miss scenarios.
Constant Illumination
“Constant Illumination” is used to reduce the intrusiveness of the device’s
illumination on the observer. Instead of the illumination turning on and off every
time the device attempts a decode (2-4 times per second), the illumination stays on
from the time the trigger is pulled until a decode is successful. This feature is useful
in low light environments, since it will also reduce the distraction that the
illumination can have on nearby co-workers.
5.11.5.3 Code 39 Settings
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 39”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.5.4 Code 128 Settings
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 128”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
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5.11.5.5 EAN 13
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 13”.
Addendum
An addendum is a separate bar code, supplementary to the main bar code.
This parameter provides three options: Disabled, Optional and Required.
Depending on the value chosen for this parameter, an addendum is recognized
or ignored.
• Double-tap on Addendum to display a dialog box listing your options.
• Highlight an item, and tap on OK.
When “Addendum” is set to Disabled, the scanner does not recognize an
addendum. If this parameter is set to Optional, the scanner searches for
an addendum and if one exists, appends it to the main bar code. When the
parameter is set to Required, the scanner does not accept the main bar code
without an addendum.
Note:
Setting “Addendum” to ‘Optional’ reduces performance. It should only
be chosen if at least some of the bar codes being read have addendums.
Prefix/Suffix
Refer to “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 144.
5.11.5.6 EAN 8
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 8”.
Addendum
Refer to “Addendum” on page 195.
Prefix/Suffix
Refer to “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 144.
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5.11.5.7 UPC A
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC A”.
Addendum
Refer to “Addendum” on page 195.
Prefix/Suffix
Refer to “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 144.
5.11.5.8 UPC E
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC E”.
Addendum
Refer to “Addendum” on page 195.
Prefix/Suffix
Refer to “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 144.
5.11.5.9 Code 93
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 93”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.5.10 Codabar
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Codabar”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
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5.11.5.11 Interleaved 2 of 5
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Interleaved 2 of 5”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.5.12 RSS Code (Reduced Space Symbology)
Enable
Setting this parameter to on enables “RSS Code” scanning capability.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.5.13 Composite
Important:
To successfully read this type of bar code, the two types of symbologies included in a composite bar code must be enabled.
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Composite” bar codes.
5.11.5.14 PDF-417
Enable
Setting this parameter to on enables PDF-417 two dimensional (2D) coding.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
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5.11.5.15 Micro PDF-417
Enable
Setting this parameter to on enables “Micro PDF-417” bar code scanning. Micro
PDF-417 is a multi-row symbology that is useful for applications requiring greater
area efficiency but lower data capacity than PDF-417.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.5.16 2D Data Matrix
Enable
Set this parameter to on to enable “Data Matrix”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.5.17 2D QR Code
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “2D QR Code”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.5.18 2D Maxicode
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “2D Maxicode”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.5.19 2D Aztec
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Aztec”.
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Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.5.20 Postal: PlaNET
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: PlaNET”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.5.21 Postal: PostNET
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: PostNET”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.5.22 Postal: Australian
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Australian”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.5.23 Postal: Japanese
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Japanese”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
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5.11.5.24 Postal: Korean
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Korean”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.5.25 Postal: Royal
Enabled
Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Royal”.
Field Size/Char
Refer to page 143 for details.
5.11.6 Options
This tab allows you to tailor the double-click parameters and the display options
associated with your scanner.
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5.11.6.1 Double Click Parameters
Click Time (msec)
This parameter controls the maximum gap time (in milliseconds) for a double-click.
If the time between the first and second clicks of the scanner trigger is within this
time, it is considered a double-click. The allowable range is 0 to 1000. A value of
zero disables this feature.
A double-click produces different results depending on whether or not a value is
assigned in the “Click Data” parameter. When a value is not assigned for the “Click
Data”, double-clicking the scanner trigger overrides the target dot delay set in the
“Dot Time” parameter and initiates a normal scan sweep. If a value is assigned for
the “Click Data” parameter, double-clicking the scanner trigger inserts the “Click
Data” value rather than initiating a scan.
Click Data
For both integrated and external scanners, this parameter determines which
character is sent to the application installed in your hand-held following a
double-click. A dialog box appears, asking that you press the key you want to insert.
The ASCII/Unicode key value of the keypress is displayed.
5.11.6.2 Display Parameters
Scan Result
When this parameter is enabled, the type of bar code and the result of the scan
appear on the screen. Note that this information is only displayed after a successful
decode and is visible only while the scanner trigger is pressed. When the trigger is
released, this information is cleared from the screen.
Scan Indicator
When this parameter is enabled, the laser warning logo appears on the display
whenever the scanner is activated.
Scan Result Time (sec)
The value assigned to the “Scan Result Time (sec)” parameter determines how long
the scan results of a successful scan are displayed on the screen. Time is measured in
seconds, and a value of “0” (zero) disables the parameter. When you choose this
option, a dialog box appears where you can enter a value.
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Note:
To remove the scan result from the screen before the “Result Time” has
expired, point the scanner away from the bar code and press the trigger.
Good Scan Beep And Bad Scan Beep
These parameters determine whether or not the hand-held emits an audible scanner
‘beep’ when a good (successful) scan or a bad (unsuccessful) scan is performed. Set
these parameters to either on to enable the beeper or off to disable it.
Soft Scan Timeout
This parameter is used by the SDK “Scan” function (soft-scan: starting a scan
session via the SDK function, instead of a physical user trigger press). The value
assigned to this parameter determines the soft-scan timeout from 1 to 10 sec.
(default is 3 sec.).
Scan Log File
If this parameter is enabled, the input barcode and the modified/translated output bar
code are logged in the file \Flash Disk\ScanLog.txt. Keep in mind that if the “Scan
Log File” is enabled, there is a slight performance effect when performing multiple
scans since the log file is written to persistent storage.
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5.11.7 Translations Tab
The Translations tab allows you to define up to 10 cases, each consisting of up to 10
rules in sequential order. Only one case will be applied to a bar code and a case will
only be applied if all rules specified in the case are successful – if a rule within a
case fails, the entire case fails.
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In the Translation tab, tap on the Case # to create rules.
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Tap on the No rule dropdown menu to display the rules.
When you choose a rule, an associated screen is displayed in which you can define
the rule.
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5.11.7.1 Case Rules
The case rules are defined as follows:
• No rule – ignored.
• Search and replace – replaces all instances of the match string. (Note that
this rule cannot fail.)
• Match at index – matches the match string at a specified index.
• Match and replace at index – matches the match string at a specified index
and replaces/changes it.
• Replace at index – replaces/changes unspecified data in a given range.
• Add barcode prefix/suffix – adds a global prefix or suffix.
• Verify barcode size – verifies the bar code size. This rule should generally
be assigned first, before creating subsequent rules.
Note:
Keep in mind that the effects of previously applied rules must be taken
into account when creating subsequent rules. For example, if the bar code
size is important, it should be checked before any rules that might change
the size are applied.
Translation information about the status of each case/rule is displayed in the scan
log file (see “Scan Log File” on page 202) when enabled. This is useful if a case
fails, and you are trying to determine why a rule is failing.
5.12 SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)
Setup
Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is the protocol used to monitor and
manage devices attached to a TCP/IP network (providing they support SNMP).
SNMP uses Management Information Bases (MIBs) that define the variables an
SNMP Network Management Station can access. Each product has a defined set of
MIBs that determine how SNMP operates, the type of access allowed and so on.
All Psion Teklogix products support the TEKLOGIX-GENERIC-MIB—a MIB that
defines some common features across Psion Teklogix products.
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Contact Tab
All devices also support MIB-II, a management information base that defines the
common features of TCP/IP networks. The SNMP Agent software embedded in the
WORKABOUT PRO G2 product supports SNMPv1 (RFC 1157).
• In the Control Panel, choose the SNMP icon.
Figure 5.20 SNMP Icon
5.12.1 Contact Tab
The SNMP dialog box is displayed.
Contact
This field identifies the contact person for this managed node along with
information about how to get in touch with this person. The content of this
parameter is accessible through MIB-II’s sysContact object.
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Location
This parameter is used to identify the physical location of this node (e.g., Warehouse
A: Pillar 32B). The content of this parameter is accessible through MIB-II’s
sysLocation object.
5.12.2 Communities Tab
The Communities tab allows you to limit access to SNMP-managed devices to those
SNMP Managers with matching “community names”, as specified by RFC 1157.
Enable SNMP
Enabling Enable SNMP allows the device to respond to SNMP queries and to send
Traps. After enabling this option and rebooting the device, the SNMP Agent will
automatically start up. To disable this feature, remove the check mark from the
check box.
5.12.2.1 Adding A Community
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Choose the Add button to add a new ‘community’.
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Name
The value assigned here is the name assigned by the network administrator to the set
of devices to which this managed node belongs.
Rights
This menu allows you to specify access, that is, ‘Read-Only’ or ‘Read-Write’
5.12.2.2 Modifying A Community Setting
To modify an existing community:
• Highlight the community you want to alter.
• Choose the Change button.
A Modify Community dialog box is displayed, listing the community you
highlighted.
• Edit the Name and/or Rights, and press [ENTER] to save your changes.
5.12.2.3 Removing An Existing Community
To remove an item:
• Highlight the community you want to remove in the Communities tab and
then choose the Remove button.
A Delete Confirmation screen is displayed.
• To remove a community, choose the Yes button, or
If you decide not to remove the community, choose the No button.
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5.12.3 Trap Destination Tab
A trap is an unsolicited report sent to SNMP Managers by the SNMP Agent running
on the managed node. This option allows you to define where the report will be sent.
5.12.3.1 Enabling Authentication TRAPS
Enabling Enable Authentication TRAPS allows authorization traps to be sent when
a failure is detected (e.g., an SNMP message received with a bad community name).
5.12.3.2 Adding A Destination
To add a new destination:
• Choose the Add button.
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Type a destination IP address in the text box provided, and press [ENTER].
5.12.3.3 Changing A Destination
To change an existing trap destination:
• Highlight the destination you want to alter in the Trap Destination tab, and
then choose the Change button.
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A dialog box like the one displayed when you add a destination is displayed.
•
Make the changes to the destination, and press [ENTER] to save the
changes.
5.12.3.4 Removing A Trap Destination
To remove a trap destination:
• In the Trap Destination tab, highlight the destination you want to delete.
• Choose the Remove button.
A Delete Confirmation screen is displayed.
• To remove a destination, choose the Yes button, or
If you decide not to remove the destination, choose the No button.
5.12.4 Permitted Hosts Tab
For security reasons, the Network Administrator may want to restrict SNMP-node
access to a known sub-set of SNMP Managers. This tab lists the IP addresses of all
the SNMP Managers which are allowed to monitor and manage this device. If no
entries are listed, the device will accept SNMP queries from any host.
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5.12.4.1 Adding A Host
To add a new host:
• Highlight the Add button, and press [ENTER].
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Type a new host IP address in the text box provided, and press [ENTER].
5.12.4.2 Changing A Host
To change an existing host IP address:
• Highlight the IP address you want to alter in the Permitted Hosts tab, and
then choose the Change button.
A dialog box like the one displayed when you add a host is displayed.
• Make the necessary changes, and press [ENTER].
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PERIPHERAL DEVICES & ACCESSORIES
6.1 Carrying Accessories . . . . . . .
6.1.1 Attaching The Hand Strap .
6.1.2 Attaching The Pistol Grip .
6.2 The Batteries . . . . . . . . . . .
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6.3 Chargers And Docking Stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
6.3.1 Installation–Chargers And Docking Stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
6.3.2 Power Consumption Considerations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 221
6.3.3 Operator Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
6.3.4 Important Charger Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 222
6.4 Desktop Docking Station . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 223
6.4.1 Charging A Battery Installed In The WORKABOUT PRO G2. . . . 224
6.4.2 Charging A Spare Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
6.4.3 Battery Charge Duration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
6.4.4 Charger LED Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225
6.4.5 Troubleshooting The Charging Operation Of The Dock . . . . . . . 225
6.4.6 Desktop Docking Station Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
6.4.7 Linking A WORKABOUT PRO G2 To A PC . . . . . . . . . . . . 226
6.4.7.1 Using Microsoft ActiveSync To Work With Files . . . . . . . 227
6.4.8 Linking A WORKABOUT PRO G2 To An Ethernet Network . . . . 227
6.4.8.1 Network Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 227
6.4.9 Troubleshooting The Docking Station Operations. . . . . . . . . . . 228
6.5 Single Battery Charger–Model #WA3001-G1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
6.5.1 Inserting A Battery In The Single Battery Charger . . . . . . . . . . 228
6.5.2 Battery Charge Duration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228
6.5.3 Charge Indicators–The LED . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
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6.6 Quad Battery Charger–Model #WA3004-G1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 229
6.6.1 Charging Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
6.6.2 Battery Charge Duration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
6.6.3 Charge Indicators–The LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
6.6.4 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
6.6.4.1 Excessive Charge Duration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
6.6.4.2 Indicator Flashing Red . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 230
6.6.4.3 Power LED Does Not Light Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 231
6.6.4.4 Indicator Does Not Light When Battery Installed . . . . . . . 231
6.7 Quad Docking Station–Model #WA4004-G1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
6.7.1 Quad Docking Station Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 232
6.7.2 Quad Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
6.7.3 Inserting A WORKABOUT In The Quad Docking Station . . . . . . 233
6.7.4 Network Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
6.7.4.1 Network Addressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 233
6.7.5 Battery Charging–LED Behaviour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
6.7.6 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
6.7.6.1 Network Link Unsuccessful . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234
6.7.6.2 Hand-Held LED Does Not Light When Docked . . . . . . . 234
6.8 The Vehicle Cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
6.8.1 Vehicle Cradle Mounting Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 235
6.8.1.1 Mounting Template . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
6.8.2 Wiring Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
6.8.3 Using The Vehicle Cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
6.8.4 Maintaining The Vehicle Cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 236
6.8.5 Powered Cradle Installation In High Voltage Vehicles . . . . . . . . . 237
6.8.6 Powered Vehicle Cradle Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 237
6.8.6.1 Wiring Vehicle Power To The Cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
6.8.7 The Port Replicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 238
6.9 Bluetooth Peripherals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 239
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Carrying Accessories
6.1 Carrying Accessories
There are a variety of carrying accessories to help the operator work safely and
comfortably with the WORKABOUT PRO G2.
Carrying Accessory
Model Number
Hand Strap
WA6025 for WORKABOUT PRO C G2
WA6125 for WORKABOUT PRO S G2
Pistol Grip
WA6001-G1
Pistol Grip for SX5393 Imager
WA6002-G1
Protective Vinyl Case
WA6091 for WORKABOUT PRO C G2
WA6190 for WORKABOUT PRO S G2
Soft Shell Holster
WA6050
Table 6.1 Carrying Accessories
Important:
Do not use adhesives such as Loctite to secure screws on
carrying accessories. These chemicals may damage the
plastic casing.
6.1.1 Attaching The Hand Strap
The hand strap can be attached to the back of the WORKABOUT PRO G2 to
provide a secure means for operators to carry the hand-held.
The hand strap is attached to the back of unit using two Phillips head screws
provided with this accessory.
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Use a Phillips screwdriver to attach the strap to the two threaded inserts on
the back of the WORKABOUT PRO G2, near the top of the unit
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Stretch the hand strap toward the base of the WORKABOUT PRO G2, and
hook the bottom of the strap into the slot near the base of the battery pack.
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6.1.2 Attaching The Pistol Grip
The pistol grip is attached to the four threaded inserts on the back of the WORKABOUT PRO G2. Four Phillips head screws are provided with this accessory.
Note:
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Prior to installation, make sure the trigger mechanism is securely
snapped into the pistol grip body and that the trigger operates properly.
Position the pistol grip so that it fits snugly over the back of the unit and the
holes in the pistol grip are aligned with the threaded inserts on the back of
the WORKABOUT PRO G2.
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Tighten the screws to a torque of 3 lbs-in (3kgf-cm) to secure the pistol grip
in place.
6.1.3 Protective Carrying Case
A carrying case is available for WORKABOUT PRO G2s to shield the unit from
damage. It is equipped with a soft plastic window to protect the unit display and
keyboard. A variety of cases are available, depending on the type of end-cap
attached to your unit.
6.1.3.1
Using The Swivel Belt Loop With The Carrying Case
The WORKABOUT PRO G2 carrying case is equipped with two rings onto which
you can attach a swivel belt loop so that you can hang the unit from your belt. If you
prefer, you can also attach a belt clip to this accessory so that you can clamp the unit
onto your waistband or belt. (rather than slide your belt through the belt loop).
Figure 6.1 Belt Loop And Belt Clip
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Slide your belt through the belt loop.
Figure 6.2 Attaching The Belt Loop
Alternatively, you can attach a plastic clip to the swivel belt loop and clip it to your
waistband or belt.
Figure 6.3 Belt Clip
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Soft Shell Holster
6.1.4 Soft Shell Holster
A soft shell holster with removable belt and swivel holster pad can be used to hang a
WORKABOUT PRO G2 with a pistol grip from you waist
Figure 6.4 Soft Shell Holster
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Insert the belt in the swivel holster pad.
Attach the pad on either the left or right side of the holster case, depending
on whether you are left- or right-handed.
Fasten the belt comfortably around your waist. Slide the adjustable ring on
the belt to tighten the holster in place.
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6.2 The Batteries
The WORKABOUT PRO G2 will operate with a High-Capacity Lithium Ion
battery pack, a Super High-Capacity Lithium Ion battery pack.
In addition to the main battery, the hand-held is equipped with a rechargable coin
battery–a Maxell ML2032.
6.3 Chargers And Docking Stations
Important:
Keep in mind when ordering a charger or docking station, you
must also order the appropriate power cord separately.
Psion Teklogix offers a variety of chargers and docking stations for the
WORKABOUT PRO G2. These include:
• Single Battery Charger–Model No. WA3001-G1
• Quad Battery Charger–Model No. WA3004-G1
• Desktop Docking Station–Model No. WA4003-G2
• Quad Docking Station–Model No. WA4004-G1
6.3.1 Installation–Chargers And Docking Stations
When installing a charger or docking station, consider the following guidelines.
• Keep chargers and docking stations away from excessive dirt, dust and
contaminants.
• Chargers will not charge batteries outside an ambient temperature range
of 0° C to 45 °C (32° F to 113° F). It is recommended that the charger or
docking station be operated at room temperature–between 18° C and 25° C
(64° F to 77° F) for maximum performance.
After unpacking your unit:
• Visually inspect the charger for possible damage.
• Install the IEC power cord and apply power.
6.3.2 Power Consumption Considerations
Check to ensure the mains circuit supplying chargers and/or docking stations is
adequate for the load, especially if several chargers and docking stations are being
powered from the same circuit.
• Quad charger–can consume up to 2A @ 120VAC or 1A @ 240VAC.
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Quad docking station–can consume up to 3A @ 120VAC or 1.5A @
240VAC.
6.3.3 Operator Controls
WORKABOUT PRO G2 docking stations and chargers have no operator controls or
power switches.
6.3.4 Important Charger Safety Instructions
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS–This manual contains important safety and
operating instructions for battery charger s.
Before using the battery charger, read all instructions and cautionary
markings on (1) battery charger, (2) battery, and (3) product using battery.
The mains power cord shall comply with national safety regulations of the country
where the equipment is to be sold.
Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by the battery charger
manufacturer may result in fire, electric shock, or personal injury.
To reduce risk of damage to the electric plug and cord when unplugging the
charger, pull the plug rather than the cord.
Make sure the cord is positioned so that it is not stepped on, tripped over,
or otherwise subjected to damage or stress.
Do not operate the charger with a damaged cord or plug.
Replace immediately.
Do not operate the charger if it has received a sharp blow, been dropped, or otherwise damaged in any way; it should be inspected by qualified service personnel.
Do not disassemble the charger; it should be repaired by qualified service personnel. Incorrect reassembly may result in electric shock or fire.
To reduce risk of electric shock, unplug the charger from the outlet before
attempting any maintenance or cleaning.
An extension cord should not be used unless absolutely necessary. Use of an
improper extension cord could result in fire or electric shock.
If an extension cord must be used, make sure:
• The plug pins on the extension cord are the same number, size,
and shape as those on the charger.
• The extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical
condition and that the wire size is larger than 16 AWG.
Do not expose the charger to rain or snow.
Do not place batteries in the charger if they are cold from extended
exposure to a freezer or outside temperatures below 10°C (50°F). Allow them to
warm up to room temperature for at least two hours.
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Do not use the charger if, after an overnight charge, any of the batteries feel warmer
than the charger housing. The charger should be inspected by
qualified service personnel.
Do not use the charger if any of the batteries or the charger get more than lukewarm. The equipment should be inspected by qualified personnel.
6.4 Desktop Docking Station
The WORKABOUT PRO G2 can be inserted in a desktop docking station, model
number WA4003-G2.
WORKABOUT PRO G2
Charge Well
Connector Pins
Docking Station
LED
(Indicates charge status of
a spare battery inserted
in the rear charge well of
the docking station.)
Figure 6.5 Desktop Docking Station
Note:
The desktop docking charger is shipped with its own user manual. It is
critical that it be reviewed for additional information and updates.
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Charging A Battery Installed In The WORKABOUT PRO G2
The desktop docking station is designed to charge the battery installed in the
WORKABOUT PRO G2 along with a spare battery pack.
Spare Battery
Spare Battery
Charge Well
DC IN Socket
Figure 6.6 Back Of Desktop Docking Station
Important:
This docking station can only be used to charge Psion Teklogix
approved Lithium-Ion batteries–specifically model numbers
WA3000-G1 and WA3006.
6.4.1 Charging A Battery Installed In The WORKABOUT PRO G2
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Insert the DC power cable to the DC IN socket on the desktop docking
station. Plug the pronged end of the cable into an AC outlet.
Slide the hand-held into the docking station, making certain that the LIF
(Low Insertion Force) port on base of the WORKABOUT is securely
seated on the docking station connector pins. An icon is displayed briefly in
the navigation bar at the top of the hand-held screen indicating that the unit
. This icon is only displayed when
is properly installed in the station–
the unit is switched on.
The LED on the WORKABOUT PRO G2 lights up indicating that the unit has
external power and battery charging will begin. It is safe to leave the unit in the
desktop docking station while it is not in use–the battery will not be overcharged.
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6.4.2 Charging A Spare Battery
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Insert the battery in the spare battery charge well at the back of the docking
station, aligning the contacts on the battery with the contacts in the spare
battery charge well.
6.4.3 Battery Charge Duration
A fully discharged battery can take up to 5 hours to charge. The desktop docking
station stops applying power to the battery when it is fully charged–there is no risk
of overcharge if the battery remains in the charge well.
6.4.4 Charger LED Indicators
The desktop docking station is equipped with a single dual-coloured LED indicator
in the lower-right corner of the front panel.
LED Behaviour
Off
Solid Green
Fast Flashing Green
Slow Flashing Green
Solid Red
Flashing Red
Charge Status
No battery detected in the slot.
Charge in progress.
Battery charged to less than 80% of capacity.
Battery charged to greater than 80% of
capacity.
Battery temperature outside of charge
range–
0° C to 50 °C.
Battery is not charging. Battery fault.
Table 6.2 Desktop Battery Charger LED Behaviour
Note:
Battery charging continues whether the hand-held is switched on or off.
6.4.5 Troubleshooting The Charging Operation Of The Dock
The quad battery charger troubleshooting section beginning on page 230 also
applies to the charging behaviour of the desktop docking station.
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Desktop Docking Station Ports
6.4.6 Desktop Docking Station Ports
DC IN Socket
Client USB Port
Host USB Port
Figure 6.7 Back of Desktop Docking Station
The desktop docking station is equipped with two USB ports–a Host USB port to
connect peripherals such as a printer, keyboard, etc. and a Client USB to connect the
docking station to a PC.
6.4.7 Linking A WORKABOUT PRO G2 To A PC
The desktop docking station can be connected to a PC so that you can exchange files
in the same way that you would between PC drives. A USB cable is included with
your docking station.
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Linking A WORKABOUT PRO G2 To An Ethernet Network
To link the WORKABOUT PRO G2 to a PC:
• Insert the hand-held in the desktop docking station.
• Insert the USB cable into the docking station Client USB connector. Attach
the other end of the cable to a USB port on the PC.
You’ll need to install connectivity software on your PC before you can pass
information between the hand-held and the PC.
6.4.7.1
Using Microsoft ActiveSync To Work With Files
ActiveSync®–Microsoft PC connectivity software–can be used to connect the
WORKABOUT PRO G2 to PCs running this software. You’ll be able to:
• View WORKABOUT PRO G2 files from Windows Explorer.
• Drag and drop files between the WORKABOUT PRO G2 and the PC in the
same way that you would between PC drives.
• Back up WORKABOUT PRO G2 files to the PC, then restore them from
the PC to the hand-held again, if needed, and so on.
You can use the Getting Started CD included with your WORKABOUT PRO G2 to
install ActiveSync.
6.4.8 Linking A WORKABOUT PRO G2 To An Ethernet Network
An USB-Ethernet adaptor cable – model number WA4010-G1 – is used to connect
the WORKABOUT PRO G2 to an Ethernet network through a desktop docking
station.
• Insert the adaptor’s USB connector into the Host USB port on the desktop
docking station.
• Connect your network Ethernet cable to the Ethernet port on the adaptor
cable.
6.4.8.1
Network Access
The hand-held unit automatically detects insertion into the desktop dock and loads
the appropriate drivers to communicate with the USB-Ethernet converters.
Network Addressing
The host application uses standard TCP/IP protocol to name, locate and
communicate with a specific WORKABOUT PRO G2 on the network.
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Troubleshooting The Docking Station Operations
If a link is established between a WORKABOUT PRO G2 and a host, the
application on the host and on the hand-held must have a recovery mechanism in the
event that the WORKABOUT PRO G2 is removed from the dock, interrupting the
link.
6.4.9 Troubleshooting The Docking Station Operations
The indicators, applications and drivers required to use and monitor the desktop
docking station as a dock (as opposed to a charger) are installed on the
WORKABOUT PRO G2–no applications are present on the docking station itself.
6.5 Single Battery Charger–Model #WA3001-G1
Figure 6.8 Single Battery Charger
The single battery charger is designed to charge a single battery. It has a DC IN
socket and is equipped with one LED that indicates the status of the charge process.
6.5.1 Inserting A Battery In The Single Battery Charger
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Insert the DC power plug into the charger. Plug the pronged end of the
power cable into an AC outlet.
Install the battery, aligning the contacts on the battery with the contacts in
the battery charge well.
6.5.2 Battery Charge Duration
It can take up to 4 hours to fully charge a battery. The single battery charger stops
applying power to the battery when it is fully charged–there is no risk of overcharge
if the battery remains in the charge well. The 75% charge indicator is handy if you
need a quick recharge–a quick charge often takes less than one hour.
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6.5.3 Charge Indicators–The LED
The LED on the top of the charger indicates battery charge progress.
LED Behaviour
Charge Status
Off
Solid green
Fast flashing green
Slow flashing green
No battery detected in the charge well.
Battery is fully charged.
Battery is charged to 75% of capacity.
Charge in progress.
Battery is outside ambient temperature range of
0° C to 45 °C (32° F to 113° F).
Charge alarm indicating a charging circuit problem.
Refer to “Troubleshooting” on page 230 for details.
Solid red
Flashing red
Flashing red then green
in a 3 second cycle
Power up test sequence.
Table 6.3 Single Battery LED Behaviour
Note:
Battery charging continues whether the hand-held is switched on or off.
6.6 Quad Battery Charger–Model #WA3004-G1
Table 6.4 Quad Battery Charger
The quad battery charger is designed to charge up to four Lithium Ion batteries at
one time.
Note:
The gang charger is shipped with a user manual. It is critical that this
manual be reviewed for additional information and updates.
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6.6.1 Charging Batteries
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Slide the battery into a charge well, aligning the contacts on the battery with
the contacts in the charge well.
6.6.2 Battery Charge Duration
A fully discharged battery can take up to 4 hours to charge. The quad battery charger
stops applying power to the battery when it is fully charged–there is no risk of
overcharge if the battery remains in the charge well. The 75% charge indicator is
handy if you need a quick recharge–a quick charge often takes less than one hour.
6.6.3 Charge Indicators–The LEDs
Each battery charge well is equipped with an LED to indicate the charge status of
the battery. When a battery is inserted in the charger, the colour and behaviour of the
LED associated with the charge well in use indicates the status of the charge. Refer
to Table 6.3 on page 229 for details.
6.6.4 Troubleshooting
6.6.4.1
Excessive Charge Duration
The charger is equipped with a recalibration function–a function that fully
discharges and then fully recharges the battery. This process is necessary to
recalibrate the battery capacity gauge internal to the battery. The charger attempts
recalibration when:
• the battery capacity is at less than 30%, and
• the battery has undergone more than 40 partial charge cycles since the last
full discharge.
The recalibration function extends the charge time by up to 2 hours.
6.6.4.2
Indicator Flashing Red
If the indicator flashes red:
• Remove all batteries and disconnect the mains power cable.
• Wait at least 20 seconds, and then plug the cable in again.
If any of the charge well LEDs continue to flash red, the charger is defective and
requires service. If all indicators are flashing red, there is a power supply problem
and the charger requires service.
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6.6.4.3
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Power LED Does Not Light Up
Remove all batteries, and unplug the charger.
Connect another device to the mains outlet to ensure there is power.
Remove the IEC mains power cable from the charger, and check it for damage.
Reconnect the mains cable in the charger and mains outlet.
If the power LED still does not light up:
• Unplug the mains cable, and check the fuse at the rear of the charger.
If the fuse appears to be intact, the charger requires service.
6.6.4.4
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Remove the battery, and clean the contacts on the battery and the
charge well.
Reinstall the battery, and check that it is fully seated in the charger well.
Inspect the charge well contacts for damage (are they bent, flattened,
twisted or broken).
Try inserting a battery that you know to be working in the charger well.
Reconnect the mains power cable, and check that the charger well indicator
flashes at powerup.
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Quad Docking Station–Model #WA4004-G1
6.7 Quad Docking Station–Model #WA4004-G1
Figure 6.9 Quad Docking Station
Note:
The quad docking station is shipped with a docking manual. It is critical
that this manual be reviewed for additional information and updates.
The quad docking station permits each of four docked WORKABOUT PRO G2s to
communicate with a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet network at greater than 2Mbps. It also
provides sufficient power to operate and fast charge the batteries in the units.
6.7.1 Quad Docking Station Setup
After unpacking the unit:
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Visually inspect the unit for any damage.
Install the IEC power cord and apply power.
A green indicator in the lower-right corner of the front panel lights up to indicate
that power is present.
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Attach a CAT5 RJ45 network patch cable (supplied) between your network
and the RJ45 jack on the rear of the dock.
A green LED is illuminated next to the RJ45 connector when a valid network link is
established.
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Quad Indicators
A user application must be loaded onto each WORKABOUT PRO G2 that utilizes
the quad dock for communication. When the network is connected and this
application is loaded, the quad dock is ready for use.
6.7.2 Quad Indicators
The quad dock is equipped with a power indicator LED and RJ45 link and traffic
indicator LEDs. When a valid network link is established, a green LED is
illuminated next to the RJ45 connector.
6.7.3 Inserting A WORKABOUT In The Quad Docking Station
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Slide the WORKABOUT PRO G2 into the cradle portion of the quad dock
until lightly latched.
The hand-held detects that it is in a quad dock and momentarily displays the appropriate
. The LED on the hand-held unit
icon in the navigation bar at the top of the screen–
lights up to show it has external power and may start charging the battery.
Interaction with the WORKABOUT PRO G2 while in the quad dock is a function
of the user application software used to communicate with the host network.
6.7.4 Network Access
The quad docking station has one 10/100 Ethernet port. You can insert up to four
hand-held units. The hand-helds are connected to an internal USB hub. The handheld unit automatically detects insertion into a quad docking station and loads the
appropriate drivers to communicate with the USB/Ethernet converters.
6.7.4.1
Network Addressing
Although the USB converters have fixed Ethernet MAC addresses, there is
generally no correlation between these addresses and a specific hand-held. The host
application uses standard TCP/IP protocol to name, locate and communicate with a
specific WORKABOUT PRO G2 on the network.
If a link is established between a WORKABOUT PRO G2 and a host, the
application on the host and on the hand-held must have a recovery mechanism in the
event that the WORKABOUT PRO G2 is removed from the dock and the link is
interrupted.
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Battery Charging–LED Behaviour
6.7.5 Battery Charging–LED Behaviour
The quad docking station supplies DC power to enable the WORKABOUT PRO
G2 internal fast charger. Charge status is displayed on the hand-held LED–the LED
turns red while the battery is being charged and turns green once the charge is
complete. If the battery is fully charged when the unit is inserted in the docking
station, the LED flashes red for less than a second and then turns green. Battery
charging continues whether the WORKABOUT PRO G2 is switched on or off.
It can take up to 5 hours to fully charge the internal battery.
6.7.6 Troubleshooting
The indicators, applications and drivers required to use and monitor the docking
station are installed on the WORKABOUT PRO G2–no indicators or applications
are present on the docking station itself.
6.7.6.1
Network Link Unsuccessful
If a network link fails, the WORKABOUT PRO G2 application alerts the operator
that the link was unsuccessful.
6.7.6.2
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•
•
•
•
•
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Check that the quad docking station has power–is the Power LED on the
docking station illuminated?
Try inserting the WORKABOUT PRO G2 in another well in the quad dock.
Check for dirt or contamination on the docking contacts at the bottom of the
WORKABOUT PRO G2. Wipe the contacts with a damp cloth if necessary.
Check the pogo pins inside the dock cradle for dirt. Gently wipe with a
damp cloth if they appear to be dirty or discoloured.
Check that the pogo pins are not bent or damaged.
Remove and reinsert the WORKABOUT PRO G2 in the cradle, and check
that the latch is holding the unit in place (the pogo pins must be compressed
for proper contact).
Make certain that the battery installed in the WORKABOUT PRO G2 is
not defective.
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The Vehicle Cradle
6.8 The Vehicle Cradle
The vehicle cradle is a highly ruggedized, single station dock. Although it provides
quick insertion and removal, the cradle holds the WORKABOUT PRO G2 securely
even when operated in high vibration environments.
Depending on the type of hand-held unit you are use, you can choose from the
following powered vehicle cradle models:
• Vehicle Cradle for WORKABOUT PRO C G2 – WA1010-G1
• Vehicle Cradle for WORKABOUT PRO S G2 – WA1110-G1
A port replicator option is available for powered vehicle cradles. Refer to “The Port
Replicator” on page 238 for details.
6.8.1 Vehicle Cradle Mounting Recommendations
Warning:
Before mounting a vehicle cradle in a vehicle, there are a number
of operator safety issues that require careful attention. An improperly mounted cradle may result in one or more of the following:
operator injury, operator visibility obstruction, operator distraction
and/or poor ease of egress for the operator. Psion Teklogix strongly
recommends that you seek professional mounting advice from the
vehicle manufacturer.
Cable routing within a vehicle cab also requires careful consideration, especially for separately tethered scanners and other devices
with loose cables. If you are unable to obtain suitable advice,
contact Psion Teklogix for assistance (see Appendix A: Support Services And Worldwide Offices). Note also that for better protection,
the equipment should be mounted inside the vehicle roll cage.
Pedestal mounts are recommended for all fixed mount locations because they offer
optimal operator access. In addition, for safety reasons, only pedestal mounts with
fully locking joints should be used in vehicles. Always adjust the pedestal for the
optimum viewing angle, and securely tighten the hex and wing screws.
The most effective way to mount the vehicle cradle is to use the four #8-32 threaded inserts
on the rear of the unit. Bolts must not extend more than 10mm (3/8") into the cradle.
To accommodate the service loop of the connector cable, leave a 4" clearance at the
bottom of the cradle. Leave a 7" (minimum) clearance at the top of the cradle to
allow easy removal of the hand-held. Also remember to leave at least a 3" clearance
at the sides of the cradle to allow activation of the release knobs. Refer to the
detailed assembly instructions that are packaged with the cradle when selecting a
mounting location.
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Wiring Guidelines
6.8.1.1
Mounting Template
The vehicle cradle is shipped with detailed mounting instructions including a drill template.
6.8.2 Wiring Guidelines
Before installing cables between the cradle and other devices, review the following:
• Ensure that drilling holes will not damage the vehicle or its wiring.
• Protect cable runs from pinching, overheating and physical damage.
• Use grommets to protect cables that pass through metal.
• Use plastic straps and tie-downs to secure cables and connectors in their
desired location, away from areas where they may get snagged or pulled.
• Keep cables away from heat sources, grease, battery acid and other
potential hazards.
• Keep cables away from control pedals and other moving parts that may
damage the cables or interfere with the operation of the vehicle.
6.8.3 Using The Vehicle Cradle
If your WORKABOUT PRO G2 is equipped with a shoulder strap or cover, these
accessories need to be removed before installing the unit in a vehicle cradle. There is
no need to remove handstraps, pistol grips or tethered devices from the unit.
• Slide the WORKABOUT PRO G2 into the cradle, and press firmly downward until it locks into place. On a vehicle, it’s a good idea to pull up on the
WORKABOUT PRO G2 to be certain that it is secure.
• To remove the unit, press firmly on the RELEASE button on the front face
of the unit until it releases from it latch. The hand-held will be slightly
raised so that it can be removed.
6.8.4 Maintaining The Vehicle Cradle
Two latches in the cradle hold the WORKABOUT PRO G2 firmly in place.
Although these latches are designed for robustness and endurance, they will wear
over time and will no longer lock the hand-held securely in the cradle. For
replacement parts and instructions contact Psion Teklogix. Partial disassembly is
required.
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6.8.5 Powered Cradle Installation In High Voltage Vehicles
Warning:
Voltages exceeding 60VDC are considered hazardous. For powered
cradle installations on vehicles with batteries above this voltage,
ensure the powered cradle power connector is mounted in a dry
location on the vehicle, or that the connector is insulated with an
appropriate waterproof material after installation. The connector
must also be installed out of the vehicle operator’s reach. Exposing
an accessible power connector to water or other liquids could create
a hazardous situation resulting in serious injury or death.
Installation of powered cradles in vehicles that operate above 60VDC require
special consideration.
Due to the hazardous voltages present on these vehicles, it is necessary to ensure
that the powered cradle power supply cable connector is not accessible to the
vehicle operator, and does not get exposed to water or other liquids. This can be
accomplished in one of the following ways:
• Ensure the power connector is installed in a dry location on the vehicle,
away from the vehicle operator’s reach (perhaps under a vehicle dash or in a
sealed housing).
• Cover the power connector with a waterproof heat shrink material.
• Wrap the connector securely with a waterproof electrical tape in an area out
of the vehicle operators reach.
All other installation requirements outlined in this document should also be
followed for High Voltage vehicles to insure safe installation and operation of the
powered cradle.
6.8.6 Powered Vehicle Cradle Installation
The powered cradle is designed to allow the WORKABOUT PRO G2 to be
powered by a vehicle battery. The battery installed in the hand-held is also recharged
by the vehicle battery. This option accepts DC power sources ranging from 10 to
55V, with optional pre-regulator.
The vehicle cradle can be ordered with the powered cradle option installed.
Warning:
Applying a voltage greater than that specified or reversing or
reversing polarity may result in permanent damage to the cradle
power option and will void the product warranty.
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The Port Replicator
6.8.6.1
Wiring Vehicle Power To The Cradle
A 1.8 meter (6 foot) extension power cable (PN 13985) is supplied with your
powered vehicle cradle. This cable should be wired to a filtered, fused (maximum
10A) accessory supply on the vehicle. The power cradle draws no more than 8A
(less if the accessory supply is greater than 12V). Any additional wiring, connectors
or disconnects used should be rated for at least 10A.
The red lead of the power cable attaches to the positive vehicle supply. The black
lead connects to the negative supply–this should be connected to a proper terminal
block and not to the vehicle body. The power cradle is fully isolated and can be used
with both negative and positive chassis vehicles.
You may have the option of connecting power before or after the ‘key’ switch. It is
preferable to wire the power cradle after the key switch–that is, it cannot be turned
on without the key on. However, if the operator switches the key off repeatedly for
long periods during a shift, it may make more sense to wire the cradle before the
switch.
Keep in mind that the WORKABOUT PRO G2 will continue to operate with or
without vehicle power as long as its battery has sufficient charge.
If an unfused power source must be used, a fuse assembly (PN 19440) must be
added to the extension power cable (the fuse and instructions are supplied with the
cable). Use only a 10A slow blow UL approved fuse in the fuse assembly.
6.8.7 The Port Replicator
The port replicator (Model# WA4005-G1) is an optional accessory that allows
tethered devices as well as mounted peripherals (e.g., bar code printers or weigh
scales) to be attached to the vehicle cradle. The replicator can be used with or
without the cradle power option.
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Bluetooth Peripherals
The functionality of the WORKABOUT PRO G2 tether port is replicated into RS232 serial interfaces by the port replicator. It provides the user with 3 DB9 serial
interfaces as well as one Type B USB port (for connecting a Host device).
6.9 Bluetooth Peripherals
The WORKABOUT PRO G2 is equipped with a Bluetooth radio, making it is
possible to communicate with a variety of Bluetooth peripherals, including
GSM/GPRS handsets, scanners, printers, and so on.
The range of the Bluetooth radio is limited to approximately 5 meters.
Psion Teklogix provides built-in support for the Bluetooth peripherals listed below.
• GSM/GPRS universal handset
• Bluetooth printer
Keep in mind that Bluetooth and IEEE 802.11g radios both operate in the 2.4GHz
band. Although the WORKABOUT PRO G2 includes features to minimize
interference, performance of the system will not be optimal if you use both radios
simultaneously. Typically, when both radios operate in the hand-held at the same
time, they cannot transmit simultaneously–this has a negative impact on overall
system throughput. To minimize the impact on the backbone 802.11g network,
Psion Teklogix recommends using Bluetooth peripherals that have low transaction
rates (such as printers and scanners).
Refer to “Bluetooth Setup” on page 111 for information about setting up your Bluetooth devices for communication. In addition, review the manual shipped with your
Bluetooth device to determine the method used to associate with the WORKABOUT PRO G2 host.
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7.1 WORKABOUT PRO G2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.2 Radio Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3 Scanner Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.1 SE 1223HP, LR, ALR And SE 955HP Specifications .
7.3.1.1 SE 1223HP Decode Zone . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.1.2 SE 1223LR Decode Zone . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.1.3 SE 1223ALR Decode Zone . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.1.4 SE 955HP Decode Zone . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.2 EV15 Imager Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.2.1 EV15 Imager Decode Zone . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.3 HHP5180 Imager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.3.1 HHP5180 Imager Decode Zone . . . . . . . .
7.3.4 SX5393 Imager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
7.3.4.1 SX5393 Imager Decode Zone . . . . . . . . .
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WORKABOUT PRO G2
Note:
Performance specifications are nominal & subject to change without
notice.
7.1 WORKABOUT PRO G2
Dimensions
•
•
WORKABOUT PRO C G2: 223mm x 75/100mm
WORKABOUT PRO S G2: 220mm x 75/100mm x 31/42mm
Weight (without battery)
•
•
WORKABOUT PRO C G2: 450g
WORKABOUT PRO S G2: 425g
Operating System
•
Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 5.0
Drop Test
•
Withstands 26 drops (on 12 edges, 8 corners, 6 faces) at 150cm to polished
concrete while powered on and configured with accessories such as CF
radio, scanner, pistol drip.
Water/Dust
•
IP65, IEC 60529
Operating Temperature And Humidity
•
•
20 to 50° C (non-condensing); excluding display 1 to 50° C
5% to 91% RH non-condensing
Storage Temperature
•
40 to 60° C
Approvals
Safety:
EMC:
UL 60950-1, CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-03, EN
60950-1, IEC 60825-1:1993+A1:1997+A2:2001
Class 2 CDRH 21 CFR 1040 Class II
FCC Part 15 Class B, EMC Directive Class B
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Radio Specifications
Laser:
IEC 60825-1:1993+A1:1997+A2:2001 Class 2
CDRH 21 CFR 1040 Class II
7.2 Radio Specifications
Model RA2041: 802.11b/g Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS)
Form factor
Antenna port
Transmit Power
Frequency Range
Channels
RX Sensitivity
Data Rates
Compact Flash Type I extended
Two Hirose U.FL connectors for antenna diversity
802.11g: 32mW maximum (+15 dBm)
802.11b: 80mW maximum (+19 dBm)
2.400 - 2.4897 GHz
FCC: 11
ETSI: 13
TELEC: 13
-96dBm @ 1Mbps, -90dBm @ 11Mbps,
-94dBm @ 6Mbps, -75dBm @ 54Mbps
802.11g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54Mbps
802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps
Bluetooth Radio
Embedded (USB interface)
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1.2 compliant (features Adaptive Frequency
Hopping for better co-existence with 802.11 radio)
Chip Antenna
Transmit Power
Frequency Range
RX Sensitivity
(BER<=0.1%)
Data Rate
2dBi peak
-3dBm (0.5mW) minimum, +4dBm (2.5mW) max
2.400 - 2.4835 GHz
-80dBm max
732.2 kbps and 57.6 kbps asymmetric,
433.9 kbps symmetric
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Scanner Specifications
7.3 Scanner Specifications
7.3.1 SE 1223HP, LR, ALR And SE 955HP Specifications
Scan Engine
SE 1223HP
SE 1223LR
SE 1223ALR
Scan Angle
42º ± 2º
23º ± 2º
13º ± 2º
Scan Rate
35 (± 5) scans/sec
(bi-directional)
35 (± 5) scans/sec
(bi-directional)
35 (± 5) scans/sec
(bi-directional)
Scan Pattern
Wavelength
Linear
650nm
Linear
650nm
Linear
650nm
Input Voltage
5.0 VDC ± 10%
5.0 VDC ± 10%
5.0 VDC ± 10%
Input Current
Standby Current
Operating
Temperature
110 mA typical
130 µA typical
-40ºC to 60ºC
-40ºF to 140ºF
Minimum 20%
absolute dark/light
reflectance measured at 650 nm
1.93 cm max. H x
3.84 cm max. W x
3.51 cm max. D
115 mA typical
70 µA max.
-30º to 55ºC
-22ºF to 131ºF
Minimum 40%
absolute dark/light
reflectance measured at 650 nm
1.93 cm max. H x
3.84 cm max. W x
3.51 cm max. D
115 mA typical
70 µA typical
-30°C to 55°C
-22ºF to 131ºF
Minimum 40%
absolute dark/light
reflectance measured at 650 nm
1.93 cm max. H x
3.84 cm max. W x
3.51 cm max. D
0.76 in. max. H x
1.51 in. max. W x
1.38 in. max. D
UPC/EAN, Code
128, Code 39,
Code 93, I 2 of 5,
Discrete 2 of 5,
Codabar, MSI
UCC/EAN 128,
TriOptic Code 39
0.76 in. max. H x
1.51 in. max. W x
1.38 in. max. D
UPC/EAN, Code
128, Code 39, Code
93, I 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5,
Codabar, MSI
UCC/EAN 128,
TriOptic Code 39
0.76 in. max. H x
1.51 in. max. W x
1.38 in. max. D
UPC/EAN, Code
128, Code 39,
Code 93, I 2 of 5,
Discrete 2 of 5,
Codabar, MSI
UCC/EAN 128,
TriOptic Code 39
Print Contrast
SE 955HP
47° ± 3° default /
35° ± 3° reduced
104 (± 12)
scans/sec
(bi-directional)
Linear
650nm
3.0-5.5 VDC ±
10%
65 mA typical
8 µA max
-20° to 60° C
-4° to 140° F
Minimum 25%
absolute dark/light
reflectance measured at 650 nm
1.21 cm H x 2.16
cm W x 1.55 cm
(max)
Dimensions
Symbologies
0.47 in. H x 0.85
in. W x 0.61 in. D
(max)
UPC/EAN, Code
128, Code 39,
Code 93, I 2 of 5,
Discrete 2 of 5,
Codabar, MSI
Plessey
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SE 1223HP Decode Zone
7.3.1.1
SE 1223HP Decode Zone
4,844 Lux to 86,112 Lux
7.3.1.2
Mil Size
Minimum
range
Inches
2.75
Inches
Maximum
range
Inches
1.25
Width of field
Width of field
Inches
7.5
2.25
11
10
1.75
0.5
15.75
UPC
22
15
25
10
20
30
12.5
40
3.75
56
23
55
66
25
SE 1223LR Decode Zone
4,844 Lux to 86,112 Lux
Mil Size
Minimum
range
Inches
Inches
Maximum
range
Inches
10
11
24
15
7.5
39
20
7.5
48
10
40
10
90
19
55
10
Width of field
Width of field
120
24
70 reflective
48
200
40
100 reflective
60
240
48
High quality symbols in normal room light.
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SE 1223ALR Decode Zone
7.3.1.3
SE 1223ALR Decode Zone
4,844 Lux to 86,112 Lux
Minimum
range
Inches
Inches
Maximum
range
Inches
19
39
15
20
50
30
33
98
11
Mil Size
UPC
55
Width of field
Width of field
Inches
27
115
12
70 reflective
114
12
250
28
100 reflective
125
14
360
41
High quality symbols in normal room light.
7.3.1.4
SE 955HP Decode Zone
Decode Zone Typical
4 mil
1.0 in. - 5.5 in. / 2.54 cm - 13.97 cm
5 mil
1.25 in. - 8 in. / 3.18 cm - 20.32 cm
7.5 mil
1.5 in. - 13.25 in. / 3.81 cm - 33.66 cm
10 mil
1.5 in. - 17.5 in. / 3.81 cm - 44.45 cm
UPC 100%
1.5 in. - 23.5 in. / 3.81 cm - 59.69 cm
15 mil
1.5 in. - 29.5 in. / 3.81 cm - 74.93 cm
20 mil
1.75 in. - 35.5 in. / 4.45 cm - 90.17 cm
40 mil
* - 40 in. / * - 101.6 cm
55 mil
* - 55 in. / * - 139.7 cm
* dependent on width of bar code
7.3.2 EV15 Imager Specifications
Parameter
Light Source
Scan Angle
Minimum Print Contrast
Min x. Dimension
EV15
617nm Highly Visible LED
40º
Minimum 25%
0.1 mm (4 mils)
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EV15 Imager Decode Zone
Parameter
EV15
Reading Distance
Up to 90cm (35 in)
UPC (E&A), EAN, RSS, Code 39, Code 128,
UCC/EAN 128, ISBN, ISBT, Interleaved,
Matrix, Industrial and Standard 2 of 5, Codabar,
Code 93/93i, Code 11, MSI, Plessey, Telepen,
PDF417, Micro PDF417
Works in any lighting conditions, from 0 to
100,000 lux
2000G, 0.7ms, half sinus, 3 axes
50G r.m.s
Symbologies
Ambient Light
Shock
Vibration
7.3.2.1
EV15 Imager Decode Zone
0 Lux to 100,000 Lux
Minimum range Maximum range
Inches
Inches
Mil Size
2.5
10
14
UPC
14.5
20
2.5
22
40
35.5
High quality symbols in normal room light.
7.3.3 HHP5180 Imager
Parameter
Image Sensor
Motion Tolerance
Rotational Sensitivity
Viewing Angle
Ambient Light
Illumination LEDs
Aiming:
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752 X 480 CMOS sensor
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360°
±40°
Total darkness to 100,000 lux (full sunlight)
626nm ±30nm
LEDs: 526nm ±30nm
Laser: 650nm ±10nm
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HHP5180 Imager Decode Zone
Parameter
HHP5180
2D: PDF417, MicroPDF417, MaxiCode, Data Matrix, QR Code,
Aztec, Aztec Mesa, Code 49, UCC Composite
Symbologies supported
Linear: Code 39, Code 128, Codabar, UPC, EAN, Interleaved 2
of 5, RSS, Code 93, Codablock
Postal: Postnet (US), Planet Code, BPO 4 State, Canadian Post,
Japanese Post, KIX (Netherlands) Post
Size
Weight
Operational Input Voltage:
Current Draw:
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Humidity
Shock
7.3.3.1
OCR Fonts: OCR-A, OCR-B
1.78cm Depth x 2.79cm Width (without mounting tabs) x
1.21cm Height
0.7 in. Depth x 1.1 in. Width (without mounting tabs) x 0.475 in.
Height
5.9 grams (.21 ounces)
Imager: 3.3 VDC ±5% (23°C)
Illumination + Aimer 5300: 3.0 VDC to 5.5 VDC (23°C)
Imager: Operating Current – 100 mA
Standby Current: 100 µA
-30° to +50°C (-34° to 122°F)
-40° to +70°C (-40° to 158°F)
up to 95% RH, non-condensing at 122° F (50°C)
18 shocks of 3,500 G for 0.5 msec at 23°C (73° F)
HHP5180 Imager Decode Zone
Performance
Focal Point
SR
SF
SR Working
Range*
7 inches (17.8 cm) from lens plate
4.5 inches (11.4 cm) from lens plate
8.3 mil Linear 10 mil PDF417
(.020 cm)
(.025 cm)
13 mil UPC
(.033 cm)
15 mil Data
Matrix
(.038 cm)6
15 mil QR
(.038 cm)
35 mil
Maxicode
(.089 cm)
Near
3.5 in.
(8.9 cm)
3.1 in.
(7.9 cm)
2.1 in.
(5.3cm)
2.3 in.
(5.8 cm)
2.1 in.
(7.9 cm)
2.0 in.
(5.1 cm)
Far
7.6 in.
(19.3cm)
9 in.
(22.9 cm)
13.2 in.
(33.5 cm)
10.2 in.
(25.9 cm)
8.8 in.
(22.4 cm)
13.0 in.
(33 cm)
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SX5393 Imager
Performance
6.6 mil
PDF417
(.017 cm)
7.5 mil Linear
(.019 cm)
8.3 mil Data
Matrix
(.021 cm)
8.3 mil QR
(.021 cm)6
10 mil Linear
(.025 cm)
13 mil UPC
(.033 cm)
Near
2.8 in.
(7.1cm)
2.5 in.
(6.4cm)
3.4 in.
(8.6cm)
3.4 in.
(8.6cm))
2.2 in.
(5.6cm)
2.0 in.
(5.1cm)
Far
6 in.
(15.2cm)
6.5 in.
(16.5cm)
5.7 in.
(14.5cm)
5.4 in.
(13.7cm)
7.6 in.
(19.3cm)
8.9 in.
(22.6cm)
SF Working
Range*
*Data characterized at 23°C and 0 lux ambient light.
7.3.4 SX5393 Imager
Parameter
HHP5180
Optical Resolution
Field of view at 6 inches
Pitch Angle
Skew Angle
Ambient Light
Minimum Contrast
Targeting
Self Illumination
Supply Voltage
Power Supply
Connectivity
Connector to the interface board
1024H x 1024v
5.12 in. x 5.12 in.
±45°
±45°
0 to 100,000 lux (full sunlight) 300 lux nominal.
10%
Intuitive range finding 626 nm Red LED.
Red LED
5 V ± 10%
3.6 Volt DC nominal (2.7 - 5 Volts DC)
USB 1.1 or serial async
Molex 52892-1295 or HiRose FH12-12S-.5SH
Code 39; Code 39 Full ASCII; UPC-A, -A2, -A5; UPC-E, -E2, E5; EAN-8 -13; JAN; I2of5; Code 128; Codabar/NW7; RSS 14,
RSS Limited, RSS Expanded, RSS 14 Truncated, PDF417,
microPDF417; Composite, CC-A, CC-B, CC-C; image capture
and signature capture, Data Matrix; QR Code; Maxicode; Aztec
Code; Planet; Postnet; Royal Mail 4SCC; 4 State postal codes
from Australia, Canada, Japan; Korean Post 3of5
-20° to +50°C (-4° to 122°F)
-30° to +60°C (-22° to 140°F)
5% to 95% (non-condensing)
Image engine 4.1 grams
Co-processor board 6.80 grams
15 drops, 5 ft to concrete at room temperature when integrated
correctly into end-user packaging
Symbologies Supported
Operating Temperature
Storage Temperature
Humidity
Weight
Shock
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SX5393 Imager Decode Zone
7.3.4.1
SX5393 Imager Decode Zone
x Lux to 100,000 Lux
Mil Size*
Minimum range
Inches
Maximum range
Inches
10
4.6
5.7
15
3.8
9.2
9.7
20.8
2.6
11.7
Minimum range
Inches
Maximum range
Inches
15**
*QR code
**Data Matrix
Code 39
Mil Size
7.5
4.1
8.4
10
3.1
10.9
15
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APPENDIX
PORT PINOUTS
A.1 LIF (Low Insertion Force) Port Pinout
PIN #
Signal Name
Ground
Ground
USB Host Data Plus, For connecting USB devices
USB Host Data Minus, For connecting USB Devices
USB Host Power, for powering USB devices (5V, 100mA Max)
DC Power in, for supplying power to WORKABOUT PRO / charging
battery (5V, 3A)
DC Power in, for supplying power to WORKABOUT PRO / charging
battery (5V, 3A)
LIF Detect, determines if a device is attached to the LIF
USB Device Data Minus, for operating the WORKABOUT PRO as a
USB device
10
USB Device Data Plus, for operating the WORKABOUT PRO as a
USB device
11
Ground
12
Ground
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Tether Port Pinout
A.2 Tether Port Pinout
PIN #
A-2
Signal Name
Ground
USB Host Data Plus, For connecting USB Devices
USB Host Data Minus, For connecting USB Devices
USB Host Power, for powering USB devices (5V, 100mA Max)
TX Data } TX Data and RX Data are only available on terminals with no
internal Bluetooth
RX Data }
Tether Detect, determines if a device is attached to the Tether port
DC Power In, for supplying power to WORKABOUT PRO / charging
battery (5V, 3A)
DC Power In, for supplying power to WORKABOUT PRO / charging
battery (5V, 3A)
10
DC Power In, for supplying power to WORKABOUT PRO / charging
battery (5V, 3A)
11
Not used.
12
Not used.
13
Not used.
14
Not used.
15
Not used.
16
Ground
17
Ground
18
Ground
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WIRELESS WIDE AREA NETWORK (WWAN)
B.1 Wireless WAN
Psion Teklogix offers a quad band, GPRS radio – Model Number RA3030-G2; a WORKABOUT PRO G2 equipped with a GSM/GPRS radio has wide area networking capabilities.
B.1.1 Taskbar Icons
Wireless WAN icons in the taskbar indicate the status of your wide area network connection.
Note that these icons are only visible when a GSM/GPRS radio is installed in the computer,
and the interface is enabled.
The letter in the signal strength icon (G for GSM/GPRS) indicates that a packet data service
is available and initialized. Keep in mind that the signal strength icon is displayed without a
letter if packet data service is not available or if it is available but not yet initialized.
User interaction is required (e.g. the user is required to enter a PIN).
A non-recoverable (fatal) error has occurred.
The modem status is unknown or the modem is not connected to any network (the signal
strength is 0%).
The modem has found a network, and the signal strength is between 1% and 20%.
The modem has found a network, and the signal strength is between 21% and 40%.
The modem has found a network, and the signal strength is between 41% and 60%.
The modem has found a network, and the signal strength is between 61% and 80%.
The modem has found a network, and the signal strength is between 81% and 100%.
A GPRS packet data connection is active, the signal strength is between 41% and 60% and
GSM.GPRS packet service is available.
The signal strength icon is replaced by a connection indicator icon when a packet data connection is started.
A GPRS packet data connection is active.
In addition to the signal strength or connection indicator a second icon may be shown:
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Establishing A Connection
A new SMS message has arrived.
B.1.2 Establishing A Connection
To display the main Wireless WAN dialog box:
•
Double-tap on the Wireless WAN icon in the taskbar.
If the icon is not visible in the taskbar, the radio interface has been shut down or the modem
has been removed:
•
In the Control Panel, choose the Wireless WAN icon.
Figure B.1 Wireless WAN Icon
The main Wireless WAN dialog box is displayed.
Figure B.2 Establishing A Connection
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Establishing A Connection
Note:
If you are prompted to enter a PIN, refer to “Entering A PIN Number” on
page 4 for details.
When “Ready to connect” is displayed in the Status field, the Connect Data button is
enabled.
•
Tap on the Connect Data button.
The progress of the connection is tracked in the Status field.
•
PPP link to modem active.
•
Authenticating user.
•
User authenticated.
•
Connected.
Note:
Keep in mind that these states may be displayed fairly quickly if the
progress of the connection is rapid.
When the connection state reaches PPP link to modem active, the taskbar icon changes to indicate an active connection. The Connect Data button changes
to Disconnect.
Disconnecting From A Network
To disconnect from the network:
•
Tap the stylus on the Disconnect button, and then on OK.
When the computer’s network connection is severed, the Status field displays “Ready to
connect”.
The signal strength is displayed in the main Wireless WAN screen, even while a connection
is active. The Rx bytes and Tx bytes fields estimate the amount of data transmitted and
received, respectively.
Shutting Down The Wireless WAN User Interface
While it is not usual to shut down the GSM/GPRS user interface, you can accomplish this by
tapping on the File menu and choosing the Exit command at the bottom of the main Wireless WAN dialog box
Note:
Once you’ve shut down the user interface, you can only enable the radio
by opening the Control Panel and tapping on the Wireless WAN icon to
display the Wireless WAN dialog box.
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Advanced Information
B.1.3 Advanced Information
In most cases, when a GSM/GPRS radio and SIM are installed in your computer, setup is
automatic. Follow the steps outlined under the heading “Establishing A Connection” on
page 2 to make a connection. The information in this section is for advanced setup purposes.
Entering A PIN Number
If a PIN is required, a PIN entry dialog box is displayed.
•
Note:
Type your PIN, and press [ENTER].
If you exceed the number of allowable attempts, a PUK entry window is
brought to the foreground. You’ll need to enter a new PIN number.
Once the correct PIN or PUK is entered or if none was required, the modem is instructed to
perform a GSM network registration followed by a GPRS attach.
The main Wireless WAN dialog box reflects the progress of the initialization.
•
Searching for modem
•
Initializing modem
•
SIM is ready
•
Searching for network
•
Registered on network
•
Searching for GPRS
•
Ready to connect
If the modem loses the connection to the GSM network, the following states are repeated:
Searching for network, Registered on network, Searching for packet data, and Ready to connect.
Error States
The following temporary error states (i.e., these states may disappear without interaction)
may be displayed:
•
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Emergency calls only.
The modem has found a network but is not allowed to register (e.g. no
roaming agreement between networks). The modem keeps searching for
another network.
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•
No network found.
A network is not currently available. The modem continues searching for
a network.
•
Packet data not available.
The current network does not support a packet data service.
•
Packet data not allowed.
The modem is not allowed to use the packet data service on the current
network (e.g. no GPRS roaming agreement between network; a roaming
agreement for voice may still be in place). It is also possible that you do not
have a subscription for GPRS at all.
The remaining error states are permanent:
•
SIM is missing.
The SIM card is missing. After the SIM has been inserted a warm boot may
be required.
•
SIM failure.
The SIM card is permanently disabled (e.g. because the wrong PUK has
been entered too many times). A new SIM is needed.
•
Modem failure.
The modem did not respond to commands as expected. If a warm boot does
not clear this condition, the modem may need to be replaced.
•
NDIS error.
An internal software error has occurred. If a warm boot does not clear this
condition, Psion Teklogix technical support may need to investigate further.
B.1.4 Tools Menu
The Tools menu in the main Wireless WAN dialog box offers some additional, advanced
setup features.
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Tools Menu
WWAN Data Configuration
Enable Automatic Connect
If the Enable automatic connect checkbox is checked (unchecked by default), the Wireless WAN user interface will attempt to establish a GPRS connection whenever GPRS is
available (e.g. after resume from suspend without further user interaction).
To activate the automatic connection mode:
•
Tap on the OK button.
While automatic connection mode is enabled, the Connect Data button in the main Wireless LAN dialog box changes to Disable Auto. To close the currently active connection (if
any) and disable the automatic connection mode:
•
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Tools Menu
Important:
Automatic connection mode should not be used if applications
other than the Wireless WAN user interface (e.g. Connection
Manager) are expected to open and close connections.
If the automatic connection mode is enabled and another application closes the GPRS connection, the WWAN user interface will
immediately try to re-establish the connection.
Use Virtual Serial Port
If Use virtual serial port is enabled, packet data connections are established through the
virtual serial port of the WWAN driver rather than through the WWAN driver directly. This
checkbox should only be checked if certain third-party VPN (Virtual Private Network)
clients are used that do not work correctly otherwise. The default setting is disabled
(unchecked).
Notes: The connection setup takes longer through the virtual serial port.
Enable Automatic Configuration
In most cases, the data connection is configured automatically and no user interaction is
required. This is true even if multiple SIM cards from different operators are used with the
same device. The connection parameters are adjusted automatically when a new SIM card is
detected (this may require a warm boot). The connection parameters are retrieved from a
database.
Manual configuration should be necessary only if:
•
One or more parameters in the database are incorrect or a new operator is
not yet in the database. (The database should be corrected for subsequent
software releases.)
•
An operator has assigned individual GPRS user names and passwords.
•
A very large site has their own APN. Such connections always have to be
configured manually.
•
A customer has subscribed for a static IP address. By definition this must be
configured manually.
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Tools Menu
Profiles
In the following section, all the parameters that need to be configured for a connection (such
as APN, user name, password, DNS server addresses etc.) are referred to as a profile. Every
profile is identified by an arbitrary, unique name. The profile named Default is special in
that it is always present and can neither be edited nor deleted. The Default profile uses
parameters from a built-in database. The home network (the network that issued the SIM) is
used for the database look-up. While there can be many configured profiles, only one profile
can be active at any time.
If connection profiles are configured manually, the Enable automatic configuration
checkbox should normally be unchecked.
In one particular use case, manually configured profiles may be combined with automatic
configuration. If multiple SIM cards are used with the same device, each SIM card being
from a different operator and some or all of them requiring a manually set up profile, automatic configuration may be used to automatically pick the correct manually configured
profile for each SIM card. For this to work, each profile must be configured while the corresponding SIM card is inserted in the device and initialized (i.e. the status is at least SIM is
ready).
The Select profile: drop-down list in the data configuration profile selects to which profile
a subsequent action applies. A profile named Default is always present and contains the
current parameters from the database. The following actions are available:
Show
The parameters for the selected profile are displayed when you tap the stylus on this button.
For the Default profile, the publicly known password is shown—otherwise, the password is
hidden.
Edit
The parameters of the selected profile can be edited when you choose the Edit button. Keep
in mind that you cannot edit the Default profile.
Delete
The selected profile is deleted. You cannot delete the Default profile.
Activate
When this button is chosen, the selected profile becomes the active profile. Activation is
possible only if the Enable automatic configuration: checkbox
is unchecked.
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New
Tapping on the New button allows you to create a new profile.
Figure B.3 Creating A New Profile
The name of the newly created profile must be different from all existing profiles. Also, the
name cannot be Default. When the New Data Profile dialog box is opened, a proposal for
a unique name is filled in the corresponding entry field. If a manually configured profile has
a secret password and unauthorized access to the device is a concern even after the SIM PIN
has been entered, the password should not be entered in the New Data Profile dialog box
and the Prompt user for password checkbox should be checked instead. In this case, you
will be prompted for the password each time a connection is initiated (the Connect Data
button in the main Wireless WAN dialog box is selected).
Reset
The Reset button in the New Profile and Edit Profile dialog boxes resets all entry fields to the
values they had when the dialog box was opened.
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Tools Menu
Advanced IP
Figure B.4 Assigning IP Information
The Advanced IP button in the Show Profile and Edit Profile dialog boxes opens
another dialog box that allows you to configure a static IP address as well as the IP addresses
for the primary and secondary DNS server.
Security Configuration
The Security Configuration dialog box is accessed through the Tools menu. The Security Configuration dialog box allows you to enable, disable and change the PIN. You will
need the current PIN to make any of these changes. The PIN must be enabled in order to be
changed. (If the PIN is disabled, the New PIN entry field is greyed out.)
Note:
Keep in mind that some network operators do not allow the SIM PIN to be
disabled. A new PIN must consist of 4 to 8 numeric digits.
The Require PIN on resume checkbox is independent of the aforementioned settings. By
default, this checkbox is unchecked. While this option remains unchecked, any PIN entered
on startup or through the Security Configuration dialog box and submitted successfully to
the modem is stored in memory for as long as the device is not rebooted. This stored PIN is
then used without further user interaction whenever the modem requires a PIN (such as
resume after suspend or modem removal). The stored PIN is also automatically entered in
the Current PIN text box whenever the Security Configuration dialog box is called up.
If unauthorized access to the device is a concern, the Require PIN on resume checkbox
should be checked. In this case, the PIN is not stored; whenever a PIN is required, you will
be prompted to enter an appropriate value.
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Tools Menu
Network Configuration
In the main Wireless WAN window:
•
Tap on the Tools menu, and choose Network.
By default the GSM radio modem automatically chooses from the available and allowed networks (allowed networks are the home network and all other networks with which the home
network has a roaming agreement). You may find there are some situations in which you
want to override this default behaviour. For example, you may want to disable roaming if
you find yourself in a border area where the home network is not available but a foreign
roaming partner is available. Abroad, you may find that an available network does not have
GPRS roaming agreements. In this case, you’ll need to manually select the network which
you know to support GPRS roaming.
Automatic network selection is enabled or disabled by checking or unchecking Enable
automatic network select in the Network dialog box. When automatic network selection
is disabled, you must select a network manually.
Available networks can also be viewed without changing any settings. Scanning for available networks is a lengthy operation—a progress bar is shown while the scan is active. For
every network that is found, the network name, country, status and numeric network identifier (MCC/MNC, Mobile Country Code followed by the Mobile Network Code) is displayed.
Notes: Your home network operator will need to let you know which other networks have roaming agreements. Even when a network is listed with an
‘Available’ status, it does not necessarily follow that it can be used or that
the roaming agreement covers GPRS.
A status of ‘Forbidden’ indicates that the network cannot be used. If you
choose a network that is not covered by a roaming agreement, the status in
the main WWAN dialog box changes to ‘Emergency calls only’, ‘No network found’, ‘GPRS not available’ or ‘GPRS not allowed’.
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Driver Mode Configuration
By default, the Wireless WAN driver is enabled (the Enable driver checkbox is checked).
The driver must be disabled in order to use the modem for anything other than GPRS (e.g.
dial-up data, fax, or in order to manually submit AT commands to the modem for development, testing, approvals, etc.). If the Enable driver checkbox is not checked, the driver is
shut down as soon as the OK button in the Driver Mode dialog box is chosen.
If, on the other hand, the Wireless WAN driver is not running and the Enable driver checkbox is checked, the Wireless WAN driver is started as soon the Driver Mode dialog box is
closed using the OK button.
Note:
When the driver is not running, no network status or signal strength can
be displayed.
Since all currently supported GSM modems are automatically detected, the Enable automatic port detection checkbox should always be checked. If this checkbox is not checked,
a serial port can be selected manually. This experimental feature allows the driver to be used
with an internal GSM modem that was not recognized by the automatic detection or an
external GSM modem connected to a serial port of the computer through USB or through
Bluetooth. An external modem connected to a serial port must support 115.2kbit/s, 8bit, no
parity and hardware flow control.
Modem Information
The fields in this dialog box cannot be edited, they only display information about the computer’s modem. If the network operator has not programmed a user’s phone number into his
SIM, the Phone: field remains empty. If the main menu shows an error status, at least partial
modem information may be available.
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SMS Menu
B.1.5 SMS Menu
SMS functions are accessed through the SMS menu. For modems that support a SIM card,
the SIM initialization typically takes longer than the network initialization, resulting in a
noticeable delay before the SMS functions become available.
New
Tapping on the New button opens a dialog for sending a new SMS message. The recipient's
phone number (to be entered in the To: field) can consist of the digits 0 through 9, as well as
the * and # characters, optionally preceded by one + character, indicating an international
number (i.e. the country code follows immediately after the + character).
By checking the Store message in Outbox field a new message can be stored in the Outbox
before being sent. If no storage space is available, or the modem does not support the storage
of outgoing messages, then this checkbox is disabled.
Inbox
Tapping on the Inbox button opens the list of received messages. Reading 50 messages, for
example, from the SIM can take about 30 seconds. By default the list of messages is sorted
with the most recently received message first. The list can be sorted by any other column by
clicking on the corresponding column heading. Clicking the same column heading twice
reverses the sort order. Pressing any letter or digit moves the highlight to the next message
whose address begins with that letter or number.
Note:
The date and time formats can be changed through the Region and
Language menu in Control Panel. For a new date or time format to take
effect the Inbox has to be closed and re-opened.
The Open button opens the selected message in a new window such that the entire message
can be read including the original formatting (line breaks are replaced by spaces in the Inbox
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Power Mode
message list). Pressing the Reply button opens the new message dialog as described above,
except the destination phone number is filled in already.
Outbox
Tapping on the Outbox button opens the list of sent messages. Otherwise the Outbox
behaves exactly as the Inbox described above. The date and time when a message was sent is
not available for GSM modems.
SMS Configuration
Tapping on the SMS Configuration button opens the SMS configuration dialog. The SMS
Centre address follows the same rules as the recipient's phone number in the New message
dialog. The message validity period parameter is sent to the SMS Centre with each message
sent subsequently and instructs the SMS Centre on how long it should attempt to deliver the
message to the recipient (the SMS Centre may impose an upper limit on the validity period
regardless of the setting).
Note:
Only certain discrete validity period values can be sent and thus the
validity period is rounded to the nearest allowed value. The next time the
SMS configuration dialog is opened the rounded value is shown.
The user interface tries to keep the SMS storage location available for a new incoming
message if the Delete oldest message when full checkbox is checked. In this case, when a
new message arrives and the SMS storage becomes full, the oldest received message is
deleted. If any string is entered as the Message Suppression Prefix, then messages beginning
with that string will not be shown in either the Inbox or Outbox. In this way messages
intended for another application running on the same device can be hidden from the user, as
long as those messages begin with the string configured here.
B.2 Power Mode
The power mode of the modem is controlled through the Power menu in the Control Panel
(not through the Wireless WAN user interface).
For CF Card modems, the settings are found under the Devices tab. If the checkbox for a
modem is unchecked then no power is applied to the modem and no driver is loaded (neither
the serial port driver nor the Wireless WAN driver). If the checkbox is checked then power is
applied to the modem and the drivers are loaded when the computer is turned on. Power is
removed from the modem when the computer enters suspend mode.
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beep conditions 46
volume adjustment 47
Authentication, Bluetooth Controls 114
Auto Exposure (Imager) 192
Aztec, 2D 198
Accepted Start Char 177
accessories
desktop docking station 223
Ethernet adaptor cable 227
hand strap 215
pistol grip 217
port replicator 238
quad battery charger 229
quad docking station 232
single battery charger 228
vehicle cradle 235
Active Conn Tab 117
ActiveSync 227
ASync profile 113
Adaptive Windowing 194
adaptor cable
USB-Ethernet 227
Addendum 182, 195, 196
Addendum Add-on 2 157, 158, 159, 160,
182
Addendum Add-on 5 157, 158, 159, 160,
182
Addendum Required 157, 158, 159, 160
Addendum Separator 157, 158, 159, 160
aiming dot, duration of 137
ALT Key 41
appearance (display colour scheme) 89
Append 156
appending to bar codes
characters 145, 201
approvals, WORKABOUT G2 (including
scanner) 243
arrow keys
moving the cursor 40
ASCII
Full Ascii 176
audio indicators
backlight
display 87
intensity 44
keyboard 44
backup battery (ML2032) 12
backup profile, creating (Total Recall) 125
backup profile, restoring (Total Recall)
129
Bad Scan Beep 202
bar code
appending to 145, 201
displaying type of bar code 201
parameters 136
prefix character 143, 144
stripping characters 143, 145
suffix character 143, 145
symbologies
Codabar 149, 161, 183, 196
Code 11 163, 185
Code 128 144, 194
Code 39 194
Code 93 148, 160, 182, 196
Discrete 2 of 5 151, 165, 187
EAN 13 144, 157, 179, 195
EAN 8 145, 158, 180, 195
IATA 2 of 5 164
Interleaved 2 of 5 150, 163, 185,
197
Matrix 2 of 5 164, 186
MSI Plessey 149, 162, 184
UPC A 145, 158, 180, 196
UPC E 146, 159, 181, 196
Translation tab 203
Barcodes Must Decode 191
batteries
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a description of 221
backup (ML2032) 12
capacity dialog box 101
charging 11, 37
gauge 48
installing 36
installing main battery 12
main battery 11
power saving suspend dialog box 101
removing 36
run time 49
storing 50
swap time 37
battery charger
safety instructions 222–223
beeper
beep conditions 46
volume adjustment 47
Bi-Direction Redundancy 139
BKSP (DEL Key) 41
Bluetooth radio
changing device name 117
device service profiles 113
ISM band 111
PINs for devices 114
radio configuration 111
Bluetooth setup 111
GPRS setup 118
peripherals 239
Bluetooth specs 244
BooSt
console (cold reset) 32
Bright For (backlight) 88
BSP, Bluetooth Controls 118
cable diagrams C-1
calibrating (touchscreen) 45, 105
Captures Per HW Trigger 192
Center Bar Code Only (Imager) 190
CH, Bluetooth Controls 114
changing password (Start Menu security)
65
characters
appending to bar codes 145
prefix 143, 144
stripping 143, 145
suffix 143, 145
charger
II
descriptions of 38
safety instructions 222–223
chargers 221
desktop docking station 223
installing at a site 221
operator controls 222
quad battery charger (WA3004) 229
single battery 228
charging (main battery) 11
Check Char 155, 161, 162, 164
Check Digit 157, 158, 159
check digit 150, 163
Check Digit, One 150, 163
Check Digits (MSI Plessey) 150, 163
Check Digit Verification 142, 177, 179,
184, 185, 186, 187
Check Digit Verification (Codabar) 183
Check Digit Verification (I 2 of 5) 151
cleaning hand-held 52
clean start 32
Click Data (scanner double-click) 201
Click Time (scanner double-click) 201
CLSI Editing 149
CLSI Library System 183
Codabar 149, 161, 183, 196
Codabar 149
Codablock 170, 190
Code 11 163, 185
Code 128 194
Code 128 144, 156, 178
Code 128 Emulation 153, 189
Code 16K 169
Code 32, Convert To 141
Code 32 Prefix 141
Code 39 141, 155, 176
Code 49 170
Code 93 148, 160, 182, 196
Code 93 148
cold reset 32
Cold Reset (Shutdown menu) 71
COM, Bluetooth Controls 118
Command Prompt 66
communication
ActiveSync 227
Ethernet connection (desktop dock)
227
Ethernet connection (quad dock) 232
WORKABOUT to PC 226
Communities 207
Composite 152, 167, 197
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Concatenation 162
connection list table, Bluetooth Controls
117
Constant Illumination 194
Contact 206
Continuous Scan Mode 138, 154, 175,
190
control panel
accessing 81
basic setup 87
Display Properties 87
icons 83
keyboard properties 90
power management properties 100
stylus properties 104
Conv. UPC-E To UPC-A 147
Conv. UPC-E1 To UPC-A 147
Convert To Code 32 141
Convert To EAN 13 151, 180, 181
Convert To UPC -A 181
cradle See also Picker cradle 235
CTRL Key 41
cycle tasks 68
Data Matrix, 2D 170, 198
Decoded (HHP) parameters 154
decoded (internal) scanner parameters 137
decoded Intermec (ISCP) parameters 175
Decode Performance 142, 144
Decode Performance Level 143, 144
Decoder Timeout 193
DEL (BKSP) Key 41
Delete Char Set ECIs 140
Demo
Imager 67
Scanner 67
Signature 67
desktop connection, remote 81
desktop docking station (WA4002) 223
Device Name, changing 117
dialog box, using 72
Diff Read Timeout 176
digit
check digit 150, 163
Dim For (backlight) 89
Discrete 2 of 5 151, 165, 187
Discrete 2 of 5 151, 165
dismounting partitions 132
display
appearance (colour scheme) 89
backlight 87
backlight, adjusting 44
Display Properties 87
Display Properties 87
docking device icons 49
docking station
uploading data using 51
docking stations 221
desktop docking station 223
installation at site 221
operator controls 222
quad dock 232
Dot Time 137, 191
double-click
appending characters to a decoded
bar code 201
scanner trigger 201
Double-Click, Manage Triggers menu
107
Double-Tap (stylus settings) 105
DSSS, 802.11g radio 244
DUN service, Bluetooth 113
Duration 137
EAN 13 144, 157, 179, 195
EAN 8 145, 158, 180, 195
EAN-8 Zero Extend 145
ECI Decoder 141
Enable Bookland (UPC-EAN) 147
Enable CC-AB 153
Enable CC-C 153
Enable Plessy 184
Enable RSS Expanded 152, 166, 188
Enable RSS Limited 152, 166, 188
Enable RSS-14 152, 188
Enable SNMP 207
Enable TLC-39 153, 168
Encryption, Bluetooth Controls 114
ESC Key 41
EV15 Specs 247
EV15 1D imager scanner specs 247
Factory Defaults On Reboot 192
Fast Converge (Imager) 193
features, WORKABOUT PRO G2 7
Field Size 143
Field Size/Chars (bar code scanning) 143
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Index
FNC1 Conversion 178
formatting
entire memory card 129
partitions 132
Full Ascii 176
Full ASCII (decoded scanner) 142, 156
Function Keys
accessing 42
Good Scan Beep 202
GPRS (bluetooth) 118
GSM/GPRS E-1–E-12
GS1-128 178
GS1 128 (Composite bar code) 167
GS1-128 GS1 US 144
GS1-128 Identifier 178
GTIN Compliant 178, 182
hand strap 215
IATA 2 of 5 164
Imager
EV15 specs 247
imager parameters 190
indicators
battery gauge 48
docking devices 49
LED functions 46
modifier keys 48
onscreen 47
security level 49
task bar 61
Wireless WAN 49
802.11radio signal quality 49
Input Panel (control panel) 83
Intensity (7035 backlighting) 88
Interleaved 2 of 5 150, 163, 185, 197
Internet Explorer 66
IP address, assigning (Summit) 13
ISBN Conversion 157, 180
ISBT Concat Any Pair 179
ISBT Concatenation 156
ISBT Concat Transmit 178
ISBT 128 144, 178
ISM band, Bluetooth radio 111
IV
keyboard
key repeat 90, 91
one shot mode 92
36-key keyboard 43
58-key 42
keyboard backlight 44
keyboard keys 39
ALT 41
arrow keys 40
BKSP 41
CTRL 41
DEL 41
ESC 41
macro keys 42, 93
modifiers 39
navigating using the keyboard 57
one shot mode 92
SCAN 41
SHIFT 40
SPACE 41
TAB 41
Keyboard Properties 90, 91
backlight 91
one shot mode 92
Key Repeat tab 90
keys
alpha keys, 36-key keyboard 43
LANAccessUsingPPP service, Bluetooth
113
Laser On Time 138, 154, 175
LED
functions 46
Length Mode 184, 186, 187
LIF (Low Insert Force) port pinout B-1
Linear Decode 148
Linear Security Level 138
Location 207
Low Power Timeout 138, 155, 176
L1, Set Length 142
L2, Set Length 142
Macro keys
accessing 42
executing a macro 94
Macros menu, accessing 93
recording and saving 93
maintenance (of hand-held) 52
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Manage Triggers 106
Matrix 2 of 5 164, 186
Max Gain (Imager) 193
Max Illumination (Imager) 193
Maximum Length 155, 157, 161, 162,
163, 164, 165, 166, 167, 168, 169, 170,
171, 172, 173, 174
Max Integration (Imager) 193
Max Number Barcodes 191
memory card
creating partitions 130
formatting entire 129
formatting partition 132
messages
Scan Indicator 201
scanner warning message 201
Scan Result 201
Micro PDF-417 153, 169, 189, 198
Minimum Cancel Time 138, 154, 175
Minimum Length 155, 157, 161, 162,
163, 164, 165, 166, 167, 168, 169, 170,
171, 172, 173, 174, 177, 179, 183, 184,
185, 187, 188
Min Scan Duration 192
modem using VPN clients E-7
modifier keys 39
locking 40
One Shot Mode 92
unlocking 40
mounting partitions 133
MSI Plessey 149, 162, 184
Name 208
name servers, assigning (Summit) 16
NOTIS Editing 149
NQuerty Retry, Bluetooth Controls 118
Off & On buttons 38
On & Off button 12, 38
One Check Digit 150, 163
One Shot Mode 92
ON For 91
Output (Telepen) 165
Parameter Scanning 138, 155, 157, 161,
162, 163, 164, 165, 166, 167, 168, 169,
170, 171, 172, 173, 174, 176, 177, 178,
179, 182, 183, 184, 185, 186, 187, 188
partitions
creating 130
deleting 132
dismounting 132
formatting 132
management 132
mounting 133
PC, connecting WORKABOUT to 226
PDF-417 153, 168, 189, 197
Pharmaceutical 156
picker cradle
installing cable 236
PIN, Bluetooth Controls 113
pinouts C-1
PINs, Bluetooth devices 114
pistol grip 217
Plessey Maximum Length 163
Plessey Minimum Length 163
Plessy Transmit Check Digit 184
pocket PC compatibility 81
port pinouts C-1
Port Prefix, Bluetooth Controls 118
port replicator 238
ports
LIF (Low Insertion Force) B-1
tether B-2
PosiCode 167
Postal
Australian 173
Canadian 173
China 173
Japanese 173
Kix 174
Korean 174
PlaNET 172, 199
PostNET 172, 199
Royal 174, 200
powering up 12
Power Management Properties 100
battery capacity 101
suspend, power saving 101
Power Source 101
Prefix 140
Prefix Char 143, 144
Printer (serial service), Bluetooth 113
profile, creating backup 125
profile, restoring backup 129
Programs
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Command Prompt 66
Internet Explorer 66
Remote Desktop Connection 66
Windows Explorer 66
punctuation marks, accessing (SHIFT
Key) 40
quad battery charger 229
quad dock (WA4004) 232
radio
Bluetooth 111
Bluetooth specs 244
IP address (Summit), assigning 13
name servers (Summit) 16
RA2041 radio specifications 244
specifications 244
802.11g Direct Sequence SS 244
802.11signal quality 49
radio specifications 244
Raster Expand Rate (2D) 140
Raster Height (2D) 140
RA2041 radio specifications 244
Reading Range 177, 179, 182, 186
recalibrating (touchscreen) 45, 105
remote connect 81
Remote Desktop Connection 66
Repeat Delay (between key repeats) 91
Repeat Rate (of key repeats) 91
Repeat tab (key repeat settings) 90
resetting the WORKABOUT
clean start 32
resetting the WORKABOUT PRO G2
BooSt menu, accessing 32
warm reset 31
Rights 208
RSS Code 152, 166, 188, 197
Run (Start Menu) 70
safety instructions
battery charger 222–223
Same Read Timeout 176
Same Read Validate 176
Scan Data Format 140
Scan Indicator 201
SCAN Key 41
VI
Scan Log File 202
scanner
Bi-Direction Redundancy 139
CLSI Editing 149
Codabar 149
Code 39 141
Continuous Scan Mode 138
Conv. UPC-E To UPC-A 147
Conv. UPC-E1 To UPC-A 147
decoded (internal) 137
decoded Intermec (ISCP) 175
EAN-8 Zero Extend 145
Enable Bookland 147
imager 190
Laser On Time 175
Linear Security Level 138
Low Power Timeout 138
Minimum Cancel Time 138
NOTIS Editing 149
Parameter Scanning 138
Security Level 148
Supp. Redundancy 147
Supplementals 147
UPC-A Check Digit 145
UPC-A Preamble 146
UPC-EANI 147
UPC-E Check Digit 146
UPC-E Preamble 146
UPC-E1 Check Digit 146
UPC-E1 Preamble 146
2D UPC Half Block Stitching 148
scanner module (SE 955)
specs 245
scanning
aiming (target) dot duration 137
appending characters 145, 201
Bad Scan Beep 202
check digit 150, 163
Check Digits (MSI Plessey) 150, 163
Check Digit Verification 142
Check Digit Verification (I 2 of 5) 151
Click Data (appending data) 201
Click Time 201
Code 128 144, 156, 178
Code 128 Emulation 153
Code 32 Prefix 141
Code 39 155, 176
Code 93 148
Composite 152
Convert To Code 32 141
Convert To EAN 13 151
Decoded (HHP) 154
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Index
Decode Perf. Level 143, 144
Decode Performance 142, 144
Delete Char Set ECIs 140
Discrete 2 of 5 151
Dot Time 137
double-click 201
ECI Decoder 141
Enable CC-AB 153
Enable CC-C 153
Enable RSS Expanded 152
Enable RSS Limited 152
Enable RSS-14 152
Enable TLC-39 153, 168
Full ASCII 142, 156
Good Scan Beep 202
Laser On Time 138, 154
Linear Decode 148
Micro PDF-417 153
PDF-417 153
Postal
PlaNET 199
PostNET 199
Royal 200
Prefix 140
prefix character 143, 144
removing characters 143, 145
RSS Code 152
Scan Data Format 140
Scan Indicator 201
Scan Log File 202
Scan Result 201
Scan Result Time 201
Set Length L1 142
Set Length L2 142
specifications 245
specifications, imager 248
Suffix 140
suffix character 143, 145
symbologies 136
target (aiming) dot duration 137
Translations tab 203
Transmit Check Digit 142
Transmit Check Digit (I 2 of 5) 151
Transmit Check Digit (MSI Plessey)
150
Transmit Code 1D Char 140
Trioptic Code 39 156
Trioptic Code 39, Enable 141
UPC-EAN Shared Settings 160, 181
2D Maxicode 198
2D QR Code 198
Scanning Mode (2D) 139
Scan Result 201
Scan Result Time 201
screen
stylus, using to navigate 57
touch pen, using 57
Windows CE, navigating 57
SCU (Summit Client Utility) 13
Config Tab 20
configuring 17
Diags (Diagnostics) Tab 30
EAP Credentials 25
EAP Types 23, 25
Global Settings Tab 26
IP, assigning 13
Main Tab 17, 20
security 23
Status Tab 29
ThirdPartyConfig 26
Windows Zero Config (WZC) 26
WLAN, connecting to 13
SD/MMC Card, inserting 51
Security Level 148
security level icon 49
Security Settings 64
changing password 65
configuring taskbar 66
level 65
Supervisor 65
Teklogix 65
User 65
Servers, Bluetooth Controls 115
Services, Bluetooth Controls 113
Set Length L1 142
Set Length L2 142
Set PIN, Bluetooth Controls 114
Settings
Control Panel 69
Network and Dial-up connections 69
Run 69
Taskbar and Start Menu 69
SE 955 scanner specs 245
SHIFT Key 40
Shutdown
Cold Reset 71
Suspend 71
Warm Reset 71
Shutdown (Start Menu) 71
signal quality, 802.11 49
Simple Network Management (SNMP)
See SNMP 205
single battery charger (WA3001) 228
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Index
SIP (Soft Input Panel 83
Sled See vehicle cradle. 235
SMS Configuration E-14
SNMP (Simple Network Management
Protocol) 205
Communities 207
Contact 206
Enable SNMP 207
Location 207
Name 208
Rights 208
Soft Input Panel (SIP) 83
Soft Scan Timeout 202
SPACE Key 41
specifications
SE 955 scanner 245
Start/Stop Transmit 161, 177, 183
Start Menu 63
cycle tasks 68
desktop 64
programs 66
Run 70
Security 64
Settings 69
Shutdown 71
system tray 68
task manager 69
Strip Leading 143, 145
Strip Start/Stop Chars 155
Strip Trailing 143, 145
stylus (touch pen), using 57
Stylus Properties 104
Double-tap (stylus sensitivity) 105
Suffix 140
Suffix Char 143, 145
Summit Client Utility (SCU) 13
Supervisor security level 65
Supp. Redundancy (Code 128) 147
Supplementals (UPC-EAN) 147
Suspend (Shutdown menu) 71
Suspend Timeout 102
swap time (for battery) 37
symbologies, bar code 136
system tray 68
TAB Key 41
target dot, duration of 137
taskbar
VIII
onscreen indicators
battery gauge 48
docking devices 49
modifier keys 48
security level 49
Wireless WAN 49
802.11 radio signal quality 49
using 61
task manager 69
Teklogix security level 65
TekTerm application 81
Telepen 165, 188
tether port pinout B-2
text conventions 4
TLC-39 168
Total Recall
backup profile, creating 125
backup profile, restoring 129
touch pen, using 57
touchscreen
recalibration 45, 105
stylus, using 57
touch pen, using 57
Translations parameters (bar codes) 203
Transmit Check Digit 177, 180, 181,
183, 184, 185, 186, 187
Transmit Check Digit (I 2 of 5) 151
Transmit Check Digit (MSI Plessey) 150
Transmit Code 1D Char 140
Transmit Number System 159, 160, 180,
181
trigger mappings 107
Trigger-Press Type, Manage Triggers
menu 109
triggers, configuring 106
Trioptic Code 39 156
Trioptic Code 39, Enable 141
UPC A 145, 158, 180, 196
UPC-A Check Digit 145
UPC-A Preamble 146
UPC E 146, 159, 181, 196
UPC-EAN 147
UPC-EAN Shared Settings 160, 181
UPC-E Check Digit 146
UPC-E Preamble 146
UPC-E1 Check Digit 146
UPC-E1 Preamble 146
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Index
UPC Half Block Stitching, 2D 148
USB-Ethernet adaptor cable (WA4010)
227
User security level 65
Use Virtual Serial Port E-7
vehicle cradle 235
powered 10-55 VDC 235
powered 12 VDC 235
unpowered 235
warm reset 31
Warm Reset (Shutdown menu) 71
warnings 201
Window Height 191
Windows® Start Menu See Start Menu 63
Windows CE
dialog box 72
files, folders, & programs, working
with 58
Windows CE, navigating in 57
Windows Explorer 66
Windows Zero Config (WZC) 26
Window Width 191
Wireless WAN E-1–E-12
SMS Configuration E-14
Use Virtual Serial Port E-7
Wireless WAN icon 49
WORKABOUT G2
approvals 243
WZC (Windows Zero Config) 26
2D Aztec 172
2DAztec 198
2D Data Matrix 170, 198
2D Maxicode 171, 198
2D QR Code 171, 198
2D Raster Expand Rate 140
2D UPC Half Block Stitching 148
36-key keyboard
alpha keys, accessing 43
uppercase letters, creating 43
58-key keyboard 42
802.11g radio 244
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