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PA600 Mobile Clinical Assistant

- PA600

User’s Manual

400744G Version 1.0

Preface

About This Manual

This manual explains how to install, operate and maintain the PA600.

No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form, or by any electrical

or mechanical means, without permission in writing from the manufacturer. This

includes electronic or mechanical means, such as photocopying, recording, or infor-

mation storage and retrieval systems. The material in this manual is subject to change

without notice.

Unitech global website address: http:\\www.unitech-adc.com

Bluetooth is a registered trademark of Bluetooth SIG.

Microsoft, Windows and ActiveSync are either registered trade-

marks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. Other product

names mentioned in this manual may be trademarks or Regis-

tered trademarks of their respective companies and are hereby

acknowledged.

Unitech is a member of Oracle Embedded Software Licensing

Program.

Regulatory Compliance Statements

FCC Warning Statement

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

ital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide

reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This

equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not

installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interfer

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

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

to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off

and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the

following measures:

– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

– Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

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

the receiver is connected.

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

This Transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any

other antenna or transmitter.

This equipment complies with FCC RF radiation exposure limits set forth for an

uncontrolled environment. To maintain compliance with FCC RF exposure com-

pliance requirements, avoid direct contact to the transmitting antenna during

transmitting.

Any changes or modifications (including the antennas) made to this device that

are not expressly approved by the manufacturer may void the user’s authority

to operate the equipment.

FCC Label Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the follow-

ing two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that

may cause undesired operation.

Canadian Compliance Statement

This Class B Digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-

Causing Equipment Regulations.

Cet appareil numerique de la classe B respecte les exigences du Reglement sur le

material broilleur du Canada.

European Conformity Statement

Declaration of Conformity with Regard to the R&TTE 1999/5/EC and EMC 89/336/

EEC directives.

RoHS Statement

This device conforms to RoHS (Reduction Of Hazardous Sub-

stances) European Union regulations that set maximum con-

centration limits on hazardous materials used in electrical and

electronic equipment.

Taiwan NCC Warning Statement

交通部電信總局低功率電波輻射性電機管理辦法

(930322)

根據交通部低功率管理

辦法規定：第十二條經型式認證合格之低功率射頻電機，非經許可，公司、商號

或使用者均不

得擅自變更頻率、加大功率或變更原設計之特性及功能。

第十四條低功率射頻電機之使用不得影響飛航安全及干擾合法通信；經發現有干擾

現象時，應立即停用，並改善至無干擾時方得繼續使用。前項合法通信，

指依電信法規定作業之無線電通信。低功率射頻電機須忍受合法通信或工

業、科學及醫療用電波輻射性電機設備之干擾。

iii

Battery Notices

About This Manual

The PA600 is equipped with a Lithium-Ion battery pack and backup battery. Both bat-

teries will discharge after an extended period of not being used.

When both batteries are discharged, recharge the unit for 16 hours in order to fully

charge the main battery and backup battery. Recharge the PA600 through the follow-

ing:

1. Plug the USB charging cable to the PA600 and plug the 5V/3A AC-DC adapter

to the power jack of the USB charging cable.

2. Place the PA600 into the docking station and plug the 5V/3A AC-DC adapter to

the power jack of the docking station.

If the main battery is removed, the backup battery ensures the data on SDRAM is safe

for up to 6 hours. To prevent data loss, do not leave the PA600 uncharged with the

main battery removed for an extended period. See Charging the Battery on page 8 for

more details.

NOTE: Rechargeable batteries are advised to replace every year or when 500

charge/discharge cycles achieved to guarantee optimal performance. It

is normal that the battery balloons or expands beyond one year or the

maximum of 500 cycles. Although it does not cause harm, it can not be

used again and must be disposed of according to the location's safe bat-

tery disposal procedures.

If the performance decrease of greater than 20% in a Lithium-Ion bat-

tery, the battery is at the end of its life cycle. Do not continue to use, and

ensure the battery is disposed of properly.

The length of time that a battery power lasts depends on the battery type and how the

device is used. Conserve the battery life through the following:

• Avoid frequent full discharges because this places additional strain on the bat-

tery. Several partial discharges with frequent recharges are better than a deep

one. Recharging a partially charged lithium-Ion battery does not cause harm

because there is no memory.

• Keep the lithium-Ion battery cool. Avoid a hot car. For prolonged storage, keep

the battery at a 40% charge level.

• Do not leave the lithium-Ion battery discharged and unused for an extended

period because the battery will wear out and the longevity of the battery will be

at least shorter than half of the one with frequent recharges.

Battery charge notice

It is important to consider the environment temperature whenever the Lithium-Ion bat-

tery pack is charged. Charging is most efficient at normal room temperature or in a

slightly cooler environment. It is essential that batteries are charged within the stated

range of 10°C to 40°C. Charging batteries outside of the specified range could dam-

age the batteries and shorten their charging life cycle.

CAUTION! Do not charge batteries at a temperature lower than 0°C, which will

increase the internal resistance to cause heat and make the batteries

unstable and unsafe. Please use a battery temperature detecting

device for a charger to ensure a safe charging temperature range.

Storage and safety notice

Although charged Lithium-Ion batteries may be left unused for several months, their

capacity may be depleted due to build up of internal resistance. If this happens they

will require recharging prior to use. Lithium-Ion batteries may be stored at tempera-

tures between -20°C to 40°C, however they may deplete more rapidly at the higher

temperature ranges. It is recommended to store batteries within normal room temper-

ature ranges.

Warranty

The following items covered under Unitech Limited Warranty are free from defects

during normal use:

• PA600 – 1-year limited warranty.

• Lithium-Ion battery – 6-month limited warranty.

Warranty becomes void if equipment is modified, improperly installed or used, dam-

aged by accident or neglect, or if any parts are improperly installed or replaced by the

user.

Use only the adapter supplied. Using the wrong adapter may damage the unit and will

void the warranty.

Table of Contents

Preface

About This Manual i

Regulatory Compliance Statements .................................................................... i

FCC Warning Statement...................................................................................... i

FCC Label Statement ......................................................................................... ii

Canadian Compliance Statement ....................................................................... ii

European Conformity Statement ........................................................................ ii

RoHS Statement................................................................................................. ii

Taiwan NCC Warning Statement ....................................................................... ii

Battery

Notices.....................................................................................................

iii

Battery charge notice......................................................................................... iii

Storage and safety notice .................................................................................. iv

Warranty

...............................................................................................................

Chapter 1

Getting Started 1

Introducing the PA600

..........................................................................................

Features

.................................................................................................................

Package Contents

.................................................................................................

A Tour of the

PA600..............................................................................................

Front Left

View....................................................................................................

Back View

...........................................................................................................

Getting Started

......................................................................................................

Installing the

Battery ...........................................................................................

Charging the

Battery...........................................................................................

Charging the Battery using the USB Cable

....................................................

Charging the Battery with the Docking Station

...............................................

Checking the Battery Status

...........................................................................

Connecting the PA600 to a

PC.........................................................................

Turning PA600 on for the First Time................................................................. 11

Powering On

.................................................................................................

Calibrating the PA600 Screen

......................................................................

Chapter 2

Using the Hardware 14

Keypads and Function

Buttons

.........................................................................

Adjusting the Screen Brightness ...................................................................... 16

Using the

ylus

..................................................................................................

Using the SD/MMC memory card ...................................................................... 17

Inserting a Storage Card

..............................................................................

Removing a Storage Card

............................................................................

Using the 2D Imager

...........................................................................................

Chapter 3

Getting Connected 23

Establishing Device-PC

Connection

................................................................. 23

Installing Microsoft ActiveSync

.........................................................................

Connecting the Device to Your Computer ........................................................ 26

Synchronizing with Your Com

put

er .................................................................. 27

Connection options

...........................................................................................

USB Connection

...........................................................................................

Bluetooth Connection

...................................................................................

WiFi Connection

...........................................................................................

Synchronizing Information

................................................................................

Synchronization Options

...................................................................................

Using ActiveSync to Exchange

les ................................................................ 32

Chapter 4

Barcode Scanner Programs 34

Scanner

Setting...................................................................................................

Barcode Symbologies (1D barcode) ................................................................. 35

Barcode Symbologies (2D barcode) ................................................................. 35

Chapter 5

Advanced Settings 36

Adjusting Settings

..............................................................................................

Checking Main and Backup Battery Status ...................................................... 37

Extending Battery

Life

........................................................................................

Changing the Automatic Power

Settings

.......................................................... 38

Adjusting Backlight Setting

...............................................................................

Viewing Flash Memory

Files

..............................................................................

Performing a hardware reset

.............................................................................

Performing a Warm Boot

..................................................................................

Performing a Cold Boot

....................................................................................

Appendix

System Specification 43

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Chapter

Getting Started

Introducing the PA600

Thank you for purchasing the PA600 Mobile Clinical Assistant.

Your PA600 was designed for users who need a compact and

durable PDA for data collection and real time transactions.

The PA600 is a rugged, compact and lightweight palm-size com-

puter using the Windows Mobile 6.1 operating system, and incor-

porating an integral bar code scanning laser device, color LCD

with touchscreen, keypad, and wireless com- munication

capability. It provides users with a standard Windows- based

environment for customizing and operating the device.

To reduce TCO, the PA600 is sealed to meet IP64 standards and

has undergone multiple drop tests to prevent downtime.

Features

Powerful system

• Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1

operating system

• Intel PXA270 processor with speed

of up to 520 MHz

System memory

• 128 MB SDRAM

• 376 MB Flash ROM

Display

• 3.5-inch QVGA LCD touch-sensi-

tive screen

• 240 x 320 resolution

Barcode scanner

• Built-in 2D imager

• Built-in vibrator for scanning indi-

cation

Communication

• USB Host & Client

• 802.11b/g

• Bluetooth version 2.0 Class 2

(supports Bluetooth Printer,

Bluetooth Modem, Bluetooth

ActiveSync)

Audio

• MIC

• Speaker

• Headset Connector

• Receiver

Wireless connectivity

• IEEE 802.11b/g

• Bluetooth wireless technology

Expansion slot

• Accommodates Secure Digital (SD)

memory cards and can serve as a

SDIO port.

Battery system

• 3.7V 2200mAH Li-ion battery pack

• Charging time: under 5 hours

• Embedded backup battery cell

User-friendly interface

• Quick launch hot keys for enabling

backlight, calibration, software key-

board, and other device manage-

ment tasks

• Trigger keys for barcode scanning

• Anti-microbial casing

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Package Contents

After opening the box, ensure the following accessories for the PA600 are present:

PA600

rminal

GS2T-015-050-M

AC Adapter with universal

plugs

HNP-120C

Battery Pack

ylus

USB Charging Cables

Elastic Stylus String

CD-ROM

If anything is missing or appear damaged in any way, contact your dealer.

Caution: Do not use the power adapter where it is difficult for you to plug and unplug.

A Tour of the PA600

The following sections describe the main components and features of the PA600.

Front Left View

1 8

4 5

No.

Component

Description

Status indicator

Indicates the battery charging and barcode scanning status.

Green - Battery is fully charged or barcode

scanning process is completed without error.

Red - Battery is charging, barcode scanner is fired/

activated.

Left scanner trigger

button

Press to activate the 2D imager.

Power button

If the device is off, press this button to turn it on.

Alternatively, when the unit is on, this key must be

pressed and held down for about three seconds in

order to turn the device off.

Microphone

Enables you to record voice audio.

Universal

connector

Connects your device to a USB charging/

communication cable. This USB cable connects to the

computer’s USB port and accepts the 5V AC adapter

to provide power to the PA600. See Charging the

Battery on page 8 for further instructions. The unit can

simultaneously recharge and perform an ActiveSync

operation. You can also use it to connect peripheral

hardware, such as a docking station, to your device.

This port can also support USB and RS232 hosting for

devices such as a USB or RS232 scanner, keyboard,

or USB memory key.

Keypad

Keypad interface for controlling the PA600. See Keypads

and Function Buttons on page 14 for more information.

Chapter 1 Getting Started

LCD touch screen

Displays the applications and data stored on your device. It

is touch-sensitive and responds to the stylus or finger.

Speaker

Enables you to hear audio from PA600.

Back View

17 18

No.

Component

Description

Battery compartment

Houses the removable and rechargeable 3.7 V, 2200

mAh battery pack

10.

Battery

compartment

release latch

Opens the battery compartment.

11.

Reset button

Press the end of the stylus into the button to reset

your device.

12.

Handstrap

Enables you to securely hold PA600 while using it.

13.

Speaker

Enables you to hear audio from PA600.

14.

Stylus

Enables you to interact with the operating

system.

To use

the stylus, remove it from its holder and hold it the same

way as you hold a pen or pencil.

15.

Strap holder

Attachment location for holding hand strap, carrying

strap, and stylus.

16.

Memory card slot

Accommodates Secure Digital (SD) memory cards

and can serve as a SDIO port.

17.

Barcode scanner

window

Scan barcodes window where the laser pass through.

Getting Started

This section explains how to install and charge the battery, how to check battery sta-

tus, how to turn on the PA600, and how to calibrate the screen.

Installing the Battery

WARNING!

There is a risk of fire and burns if the battery pack is handled improp-

erly. DO NOT disassemble, crush, puncture, short external contacts,

or dispose the battery pack in fire or water. DO NOT attempt to open

or service the battery pack. Dispose of used batteries according to

local recycling guidelines in your area.

A backup battery cell is embedded into your device to prevent data loss in instances

when the removable battery pack is removed or completely discharged. The backup

battery will keep the data and system setting for up to 6 hours if the main battery is

removed.

NOTE: To enable the internal battery cell to provide backup power supply,

charge your device with the main battery pack for at least 16 hours.

1. Open the battery compartment by pushing the latch in the direction of the arrow

and lifting up.

The battery compartment is displayed:

Compartment contacts

Plastic battery tab

Battery hook

NOTE: The plastic battery tab makes it easy to remove the battery.

Chapter 1 Getting Started

2. Locate the backup battery switch and turn it on.

Backup battery

switch

3. Position the battery pack, making sure the battery contacts are aligned with the

contacts in the compartment and the battery is placed on top of the plastic tab,

as shown in the following illustration.

Contacts

Plastic tab

4. Slide the battery pack into the battery bay while simultaneously pulling the bat-

tery hook until the battery clicks into place.

Battery hook

5. Replace the battery compartment cover.

Charging the Battery

Before using the PA600 for the first time, you need to charge it for about 16 hours.

After that, you can charge the PA600 within 5 hours to recharge the battery to full

capacity. Charge the PA600 using the USB charging cable or the docking station.

CAUTION! Operating the PA600 for the first time without the AC adapter, and

without fully charging the backup battery may result in loss of data

stored in RAM memory. When the main battery is removed, the

backup battery retains RAM data in memory for 2 hours, please

charge the battery for the period to avoid the data loss in RAM mem-

ory.

NOTE: Turn the backup battery switch on before charging the battery. Data you

entered may not be properly stored until the built-in backup battery has

been adequately charged.

Charging the Battery using the USB Cable

1. Press and hold the connector button on the USB charging cable and connect it

to the PA600 (1).

2. Plug the AC adapter cable into the power jack on the USB charging cable (2).

3. Connect the AC adapter into an electrical outlet (3).

2 3

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Charging the Battery with the Docking Station

1. Plug the AC adapter cable into the power jack on the docking station, then con-

nect the AC adapter into an electrical outlet.

2. Slide the device into the docking station until it clicks

into place.

3. The connection is secure when the bottom edge of the

device is aligned with the docking station, and the LED

indicator on the device lights up red.

LED Status

LED

Meaning

PA600

Solid Red

Charging

Solid Green

Charging complete

Docking

Station

Power LED

Power is on

Charging LED:

Charging (For spare battery only)

Sync LED

Synchronization is taking place

LED RADIATION

DO NOT VIEW DIRECTLY WITH OPTICAL INSTRUMENTS

CLASS 1M LED PRODUCT

Checking the Battery Status

If the battery level becomes low in the course of normal use, a status icon appears on the

device screen indicating low or very low battery status. In both cases, perform an Active-

Sync operation to back up your data, then recharge your device as soon as possible.

If the battery level reaches a low status, the device will enter sleep mode and cannot

be powered up until the battery is charged.

Connecting the PA600 to a PC

Use the USB cable to connect the PA600 to a PC, in order to use with ActiveSync.

NOTE: To avoid low battery situation while synchronizing, you should connect

the power supply.

1. Press and hold the connector button on the USB charging cable and connect it

to the PA600 (1).

2. Plug the USB connector into the USB port on the PC and connect the AC

adapter into the USB connector (2).

3. Connect the AC adapter into an electrical outlet (3).

Chapter 1 Getting Started

Turning PA600 on for the First Time

After you have initially charged your device for about 16 hours, the device is ready to

be used. You can now start up your device where you’ll calibrate the display, learn

some basic stylus usage, and set up the system time zone, date and time.

Powering On

1. Turn on your device by pressing

the power button on the front panel.

NOTE: PA600 screen ships with a

protective plastic film. You

may remove this if desired

by peeling from one corner.

The screen will be more

susceptible to scratching

without the film, but will be

more readable.

2. The unitech PA600 welcome

screen appears for a moment fol-

lowed by the Windows Mobile

screen.

Power Button

Calibrating the PA600 Screen

The calibration screen automatically appears when the unit is powered-on for the first

time or after the system is reset.

To calibrate the screen at any time, follow these instructions.

1. Tap Start → Settings, and then switch to System tab.

2. Tap the Screen icon.

Press Func key and ESC key simultaneously.

The Screen Settings window appears.

This window enables you to customize the screen set-

tings.

3. Tap Align Screen to calibrate the screen.

The align screen window appears.

4. Tap the cross hair firmly and accurately.

Chapter 1 Getting Started

The cross hair moves to the next location.

5. Continue tapping the cross hairs until the screen

has been calibrated.

Chapter

Using the Hardware

Keypads and Function Buttons

The keypad enables you to both enter information and interact with the PDA operating

system and also operate secondary functions using the function button. When the

green function button is pressed, the green icon functions on the keypad become

available.

When the Function button is pressed, an icon

appears in the operating system:

The following table describes the keypad keys.

Function activated icon

Key

Main Function

Secondary Function

Turns the PA600 on and off.

—

Number 1

Alphanumeric 2, a, b, c

Up navigation key

Chapter 2 Using the Hardware

Key

Main Function

Secondary Function

Alphanumeric 3, d, e, f

Enter key

Back space

Escape key

Alphanumeric 4, g, h, i

Left navigation key

Alphanumeric 5, j, k, l

—

Alphanumeric 6, m, n, o

Right navigation key

—

Enables/disables secondary

function keys

Tab

Windows key opens Start menu

Alphanumeric 7, p, q, r, s

Decreases screen brightness

Alphanumeric 8, t, u, v

Down navigation key

Alphanumeric 9, w, x, y, z

Increases screen brightness

Alpha

—

Asterisk

Illuminates keypad

Number 0, space

—

Period

Pound, Slash

Adjusting the Screen Brightness

Press the Function button first to enable

the soft keys. Then, when the function

icon appears at the upper right corner of

the screen, press the 7 (decrease bright-

ness) or 9 (increase brightness) buttons

to adjust the screen brightness

Using the Stylus

Increase

Brightness

Decrease

Brightness

Function Button

CAUTION! Never use anything other than the PA600 stylus on the screen. Other-

wise this could cause a permanent damage.

1. Remove the stylus from its holder.

Chapter 2 Using the Hardware

2. Hold the stylus as you hold a pencil.

3. To make a choice from a menu, lightly tap the tip of the stylus on that choice.

4. To write data into a field on a form, use the stylus to print the letters or numbers.

Use very light pressure.

Using the SD/MMC memory card

Your device has an expansion slot compatible with a range of SD and MMC storage

cards, which are primarily used to back up or transfer files and data. The slot also sup-

ports SDIO cards for added connectivity options.

Inserting a Storage Card

1. Remove the four screws from the SD compartment cover and remove the

cover.

2. Insert the SD card with the notched corner as shown by the icon on the case.

3. Replace the SD compartment cover and the four compartment screws.

Removing a Storage Card

1. Remove the four screws from the SD compartment cover and remove the

cover.

2. Press the card in and release. The card pops out.

3. Remove the card from the slot.

4. Replace the SD compartment cover and the four compartment screws.

Using the 2D Imager

The PA600 has an integrated 2D Imager which reads all major bar code labels with

excellent performance.

NOTE: Scanning software must be enabled in order to operate the scanner.

This can be a user-loaded application or a pre-loaded utility such as

Scanner Setting or Scan2Key.

Activate the 2D Imager by pressing either one of

the trigger keys located on the left and right side

of the unit.

The PA600 has a built-in Scanner Setting utility

that allows you to test the device’s barcode scan

function.

1. To launch Scanner Settings, tap Start →

Settings → System → Scanner Settings.

Scan button

Chapter 2 Using the Hardware

2. The Scanner Control Panel opens.

From here you can configure barcode scanner parameters such as enabling or

disabling barcode symbologies, setting data transmission options, configuring

magnetic and proximity reading options, and setting power management

options.

3. To test the barcode scanner, tap the Test

tab

4. Tap Tools.

5. Tap Enable Scan

6. To perform auto scan,tap Tools --> Auto

Scan --> Start auto-scan.

7. Choose Interval: 3 secs

8. Tap Start

9. Laser scan every 3 seconds and barcode is

scanned automatically.

10. Tap Tools --> Auto-Scan --> Stop

AutoScan.

11. To enable the scanner outside of the test

tab, user must enable Scan2Key.exe.This

can be done via the To Kpd tab.

12. Check the box labeled ―Start Scan2Key

When Exit and tap OK at the top right. The

scanner will be enabled and scans will be

directed to the keyboard buffer.

Chapter 3 Getting Connected

Chapter

Getting Connected

Establishing Device-PC Connection

Installing Microsoft ActiveSync

In order to exchange data between your computer and PA600, Microsoft ActiveSync

must be installed on your computer. Use the USB charging cable that comes with your

device to connect the device to your computer.

NOTE: If you have a previous version of the Microsoft ActiveSync installed in

your computer, uninstall it first before installing the latest version of

Microsoft ActiveSync.

To install Microsoft ActiveSync on your computer:

1. Close any open programs, including those that run at startup, and disable any

virus-scanning software.

2. Download the ActiveSync software from the Microsoft ActiveSync Download

page at link below.

http://www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/en-us/help/synchronize/

activesync45.mspx.

3. Browse the location of the downloaded file, and double-click it.

The installation wizard begins.

4. Click Next.

You are prompted to read the End User License Agreement (EULA).

5. Accept the license agreement terms and click Next.

You are prompted for user information.

6. Type the user name and organization and click Next.

You are prompted for the destination folder.

Chapter 3 Getting Connected

7. Select a drive to install the program and click Next.

The installation wizard has gathered the information it needs to install Active-

Sync and prompts you to begin the installation.

8. Click Install.

The program begin the installation.

After the program has finished installing you see the following screen.

9. Click Finish.

You may be prompted to restart your computer.

After you have installed ActiveSync and restarted your computer, the ActiveSync icon

appears in your computer’s system tray as shown and ActiveSync Connection

Wizard starts. For detailed information on how to use ActiveSync on your computer,

start ActiveSync then click Help → Microsoft ActiveSync Help.

Connecting the Device to Your Computer

1. After ActiveSync has been installed, connect the USB charging cable to the uni-

versal connector on the bottom of your device. If necessary, connect an adapter.

See Connecting the PA600 to a PC on page 10.

2. Plug the other end of the USB charging cable into a USB port on your com-

puter.

3. Turn the device on.

4. ActiveSync starts automatically and configure the USB port to work with the

PA600. The New Partnership setup wizard will automatically start.

NOTE: If ActiveSync doesn’t start automatically, click Start → Programs →

Microsoft ActiveSync on your computer.

If a message appears indicating that it is unable to detect a connection,

click the Cancel button and manually configure the communication set-

tings.

5. Follow the onscreen instructions.

6. When the configuration process is

complete, the ActiveSync win-

dow appears.

7. Synchronization will be initialized and will take place if you’ve chosen to syn-

chronize periodically or upon connection.

NOTE: Your computer can create a partnership with multiple PA600s.

A PA600 can create a partnership with up to two computers.

Chapter 3 Getting Connected

Synchronizing with Your Computer

Synchronization takes place according to the options you choose while setting up

ActiveSync on your computer. If you accept the default (On Connect) synchronization

option in the Microsoft ActiveSync Setup Wizard, you’ll be able to simply connect your

PA600 to your desktop computer and synchronization will take place.

If you have not enabled the On Connect feature in Active Sync, you can start Active-

Sync in either of the following ways:

• On your computer, double-click My Computer → Mobile Devices folder.

• Connect the USB cable between the computer and PA600.

Connection options

You can set remote synchronization with your computer using the following connec-

tion options:

• USB connection

• Bluetooth connection

• WiFi connection

USB Connection

To synchronize with your computer using a USB connection:

1. Open ActiveSync.

2. Connect your device to your computer using the USB charging cable.

3. Initiate connection by tapping Start →

Programs → ActiveSync.

4. Tap Menu → Connections.

5. Select Synchronize all PCs using this con-

nection check box.

6. Select a baud rate or cable type connec-

tion.

7. Tap OK.

Bluetooth Connection

Your device is equipped with Bluetooth wireless technology that you can use to syn-

chronize information with a computer equipped with a Bluetooth adapter or access

point. Bluetooth wireless technology allows you to communicate with the computer

whenever it is within range.

Follow these instructions to set up a Bluetooth connection.

1. Tap Start → Settings → Connections →

Bluetooth → Mode and check Turn on

Bluetooth.

2. Tap Devices → New Partnership…

Chapter 3 Getting Connected

3. Select a device from the list and tap Next.

You are prompted for a passkey.

4. Enter the Passkey.

On the PC screen, you

are prompted to enter

the Bluetooth PIN

Code Request.

5. Enter the same Blue-

tooth PIN Code you

entered in step 4.

6. Select service. Check Activesync. Tap Finish.

7. To preserve battery power, be sure to end the bluetooth activesync connection

when synchronizing is complete. Tap OK.

8. From Start > Program, double tap Activesync.

9. Tap Menu at the bottom right corner. Select Connect via Bluetooth. Terminal

connects to the host via Bluetooth Activesync.

WiFi Connection

The terminal come with built-in RF functionality. After setting the network successfully,

it will connect to the LAN network automatically. Suspend and warm start will always

resume the auto reconnection.

Make the network setting.

(For PA600 Mobile)

1. Tap the RF icon at the bottom of the screen.

2. A selection menu pop up.

Select ―Enable Wireless‖.

3. Once the RF card is detected, a dialog pop up.

4. Select a network SSID to connect to.

Select one of the network. Tap OK.

Chapter 3 Getting Connected

Select ―The

Internet‖.

ap ―Connect‖.

6. Enter the network key.Tap ―Connect‖.

7. Icon turn to double arrow, indicate that the

RF connection is running.

8. If you do not need the RF connection, you can repeat step 1 ~ 2 and select

―Disable Wireless‖.

Synchronizing Information

All files created on the device are stored in My Document/PA600 My Documents

folder (if the designated device name is PA600). You can view files by double-clicking

the PA600 My Documents icon on your computer.

If you have enabled file synchronization, your PA600 files are automatically synchro-

nized in the My Documents folder on your computer, unless a different name was cho-

sen for PA600.

Synchronization Options

Synchronization options can be modified, including when you synchronize and what

gets synchronized. In the MS ActiveSync window, click Tools → Options.

For each type of information, the synchronization process can be hastened by limiting

the amount of data to be synchronized. To do this, select a service and click the Set-

tings button. After enabling a service, you must close and reopen the ActiveSync.

Using ActiveSync to Exchange Files

You can use ActiveSync to exchange information from your device to your computer

and vice versa. Changes you made to the information on one location will not affect

the information on the other one. If you want to automatically update information on

both your device and computer, synchronize the information instead.

You can copy two types of information to your device: files and Pocket Access Win-

dows Mobile Store information.

The procedure below only applies to copying files. Refer to the ActiveSync Help on

your computer for instructions on how to copy Pocket Access Windows Mobile Store

information.

NOTE: Files created on your computer may need to be converted by Active-

Sync so that they can be viewed and edited on your device, and vice

versa.

To copy files:

1. Connect your device to your com-

puter.

2. In MS ActiveSync window on your

computer, click Explore.

Chapter 3 Getting Connected

Windows Explorer opens the Mobile Device window for your device.

3. Locate the file that you want to copy on your device or computer.

4. Do either one of the following:

– To copy the file to your device, right-click the file and click Copy. Place the

cursor in the desired folder for your device, right-click, then click Paste.

– To copy the file to your computer, right-click the file and click Copy. Place the

cursor in the desired folder for your computer, right click, then click Paste.

Chapter

Barcode Scanner Programs

Scanner Setting

When it is necessary for the user to change the default barcode symbology for a differ-

ent application, the Scanner Control Panel provides the ability to change default sym-

bology, place delimiter characters behind scanned data, and save the settings.

Tap Start → Settings → System → Scanner

Settings to display the Scanner Control Panel.

Scan2Key

The Scan2Key application routes input from a scan-

ner port to a keypad buffer, making all input from the

scanner emulate input from the keypad. Using

Scan2Key, scanned data will be directed from the

scanner port to any waiting(active/focused) text edi-

tor such as MS Mobile Word or a text box in an appli-

cation.

Chapter 4 Barcode Scanner Programs

Barcode Symbologies (1D barcode)

Barcode

Symbology

Enable/

Disable

Check

Char/Digit

verification

Transmit

Check

Char/digit

Max/Min

Length

Other

Codabar

YES

Transmit STSP, STSP

Caps

Code 128

YES

Code 39

YES

For ASCII, Transmit Start

& Stop bits

Code 93

YES

EAN 128

YES

Transmit GS

Interleaved 2 of 5

YES

JAN/EAN/UPC

YES

Transmit short check

char/

digit, Transmit UPCA

check

char/digit, Transmit

UPCA

number, Transmit

UPCE

check char/digit,

Transmit

UPCE number,

convert

UPCE

UPCA,

Zero

expansion

RSS

YES

RSS expanded,

RSS

stacked, RSS

limited,

RSS14, RSS14

stacked

Barcode Symbologies (2D barcode)

Barcode

Symbology

Enable/

Disable

Check

Char/Digit

verification

Transmit

Check

Char/digit

Max/Min

Length

Other

Composite

YES

UPC composite,

RSS composite,

Only linear code,

EAN 128 EM mode

Data Matrix

YES

Rectangle,

Negative

MaxiCode

YES

Mode 0~ 5,

Not only primary

PDF-417

YES

Postal Code

YES

Australian post, Japan

post, KIX, Planet, Postnet,

Royal mail, UPU,

USPS4CB, Decode

Postnet with B and B’

fields, Issue zero FCC

Australia post codes

QR Code

YES

Negative

Chapter

Advanced Settings

Adjusting Settings

This section describes how to adjust the settings of your device to accommodate your

work habits.

o access Settings,

ap Start

→

Settings

The Settings screen appears.

From here can adjust such user configurable items

as the backlight, auto power off timer, system vol-

ume, and processor speed. You can also assign

functions to buttons, configure menus, enter owner

information, and set up connections.

Checking Main and Backup Battery Status

This section describes how to view the power level for both the main and backup bat-

tery. To minimize power consumption, you can define settings for the auto-off function

and the processor’s operation speed.

To check the main and backup battery status:

1. Open Power Properties. Do either of the following:

– If the Plug or Battery icon appears on

your device, double-tap the icon to

bring the Power Properties screen.

– Tap Start → Settings → System →

Power

Plug icon

The Power screen appears.

2. The battery menu item displays the status

of the main and backup batteries.

On the screen shown here, both batteries

are at almost 100% charge.

NOTE: It is necessary to charge the bat-

tery when the battery charge

reaches below 10%. If the battery

does not accept a charge, contact

Unitech Technical Support.

Extending Battery Life

You can extend the PA600 battery life by doing either of the following:

• Change the automatic power settings

• Minimize the use of backlight

Changing the Automatic Power Settings

The PA600 will enter idle mode when there is no task, or all tasks are waiting for input.

In default setting, the PA600 automatically turns itself off if it remains idle for 3 minutes

and when there is no external charging power connected. Pressing the power button

returns the PA600 to the same point at the time of automatic shutdown.

To change the automatic power settings:

1. In the Power screen tap the Advanced tab.

2. Tap the automatic shut off time arrow to select

from a list of time periods. The available time

periods are 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 minutes.

3. This function can also be activated when the

PA600 is plugged into the power adapter or

placed in its docking station by tapping the On

external power check box and then tapping the

arrow to select from a list of time periods. The

available time periods are 1, 2, 5,10, 15 and 30

minutes.

Adjusting Backlight Setting

The power consumption of the LCD backlight is high, turn off the backlight function if it

is not necessary.

If a backlight is required, set ―automatically turn off the backlight‖ function.

To change backlight settings:

1. Tap Start → Settings → System.

2. Tap Backlight.

The Backlight screen appears.

3. Do any of the following:

– In the Battery Power tab, tap the Turn

off backlight if device is not used for

check box and select the amount of

time before the unit turns off the back-

light while running in battery power

mode from the drop-down list.

– In the External Power tab, tap the Turn

off backlight if device is not used for

check box and select the amount of

time before the unit turns off the back-

light while running in battery power

mode from the drop-down list.

– Tap Turn on the backlight when...

checkbox to activate the backlight when

the screen is tapped or a key is

pressed.

– In the Brightness tab, tap and drag the

slider to choose a dimmer backlight

when operating on battery power.

Viewing Flash Memory Files

Flash memory is rewritable location for programs and data files. The benefit of this

feature is that files and programs saved in Flash Memory are unaffected by the PA600

power status.

To access the Flash Memory files:

1. On PA600, double tap My Device, double tap Flash Storage folder.

To transfer files to Device’s Flash Memory:

1. Connect the device to your computer. See Synchronizing with Your Computer

on page 27.

2. In MS ActiveSync window on your computer, click Explore. To copy the file to

your device, right-click the file and click Copy. Place the cursor in the flash stor-

age folder of your device, right-click, then click Paste.

Chapter 5 Advanced Settings

Performing a hardware reset

You may have to perform a reset if the device freezes (i.e., device no longer responds

to the buttons or tapping on the screen).

Performing a Warm Boot

A warm boot allows your device to get a fresh start, similar to rebooting a computer.

This will restart your device and adjust memory allocation. All records and entries are

retained after a warm boot. Unsaved data in open programs may in some cases be

lost.

1. Remove the stylus from its holder.

2. Lightly press the tip of the stylus to the reset button located on the rear of the

PA600.

Reset button

Performing a Cold Boot

A cold boot will erase all data and all programs you have added and will restore the

device to the default factory settings. However, data and application programs stored

at the Flash Storage/Flash Disk will be not be deleted.

Never perform a cold boot unless a warm boot does not correct your problem. When

you perform your next ActiveSync operation, you can restore any data that you previ-

ously synchronized to your computer or you can restore data that you backed up to a

storage card.

1. Press and hold the Func key and TAB

key.

2. While holding the Func key and TAB

key, insert the tip of the stylus into the

reset hole on the back of the PA600.

Press and hold the reset button until

you see the unitech splash logo screen.

Wait 5 seconds and then release the

Func key and TAB keys.

NOTE: When you perform a cold boot, the date and time settings will not be

retained. Formats, preferences, and other settings are restored to their

default factory settings.

Chapter 5 System Specification

Appendix

System Specification

Processor / Memory

CPU

Intel PXA270 520MHz

Memory

SDRAM:128MB

Flash ROM:376MB

Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 Professional

Keypad

18-Key, including numeric key, alpha key and

function key

Display

240x320 QVGA, Color Transflective TFT,

with Touch Screen & backlight

Scanner

2D Imager

Indicator

Led, Vibrator

Communication

USB Host & Client

802.11b/g

Bluetooth 2.0

Bluetooth supports Bluetooth Printer,

Bluetooth Modem, Bluetooth ActiveSync

Audio

MIC, Speaker, Headset Connector, Receiver

Expansion Slot

SDIO Slot

Power Source

Main

3.7V 2200mAH Li-ion battery pack

Backup

Rechargeable Ni-MH backup battery

Enclosure

Weight

310g with battery

Dimension

L149.5 X H35.5 X W85mm

Environmental

Operating temperature

-10 C~ 40 C

Storage temperature

-20 C~ 40 C

Charging temperature

10 C~ 40 C

Relative Humidity

5% ~ 95% (non-condensing)

Drop test to Concrete

4 feet

Environmental Sealing

IP64

Anti-microbial casting/protection

Certification

CE, FCC, NCC, VCCI, CCC, RoHS compliant

Accessories

Battery Charger, Desktop Cradle, Modem

Cradle, Multi-bay, Holster

Software

unitech Software Development Kit

Oracle Database Lite

Wave Link Avalanche

Microsoft BizTalk Server 2006 R2

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