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Symbol PPT 8800, Product Reference Manual

The Symbol PPT 8800 is a versatile handheld device designed for various applications. For a comprehensive understanding, you can refer to the Product Reference Manual. This manual offers detailed information and helpful instructions for optimal usage. Download the manual for free at manualshive.com, ensuring a seamless experience with your Symbol PPT 8800.

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Chapter 4  

Communications

Chapter Contents

Introduction  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-3
Installing Communication Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-3

Installing ActiveSync. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-3

Setting up a Partnership  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-4

Installing eConnect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-9

Communication Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-9

Using the Serial Charging Cable  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-9
Using the Single-Slot Serial Cradle  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-13
Using the Four-Slot Serial Cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-16
Using a Four-Slot Ethernet Cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-21

DHCP Mode  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-21
Static Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-22
Connecting the Cradle to a Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-22
Configuring the Cradle for DHCP Address Mode  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-23
Configuring the Cradle for Static Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-25
Network Address Translation (NAPT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-27
Inter-Connecting Cradles  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-28
Configuration of the Host Computer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-29
Configuration of the Terminal  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-30
Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-31
Communication LED Indicator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-32

Using the Universal Cable Cup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-33

Serial Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-35
Connecting to the Internet on a Wireless Network. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  4-36

Summary of Contents for PPT 8800

Page 1: ...PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE NET ...

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Page 3: ...PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE NET 72E 58094 03 Revision A March 2005 ...

Page 4: ...ritten permission from Symbol The user agrees to maintain Symbol s copyright notice on the licensed programs delivered hereunder and to include the same on any authorized copies it makes in whole or in part The user agrees not to decompile disassemble decode or reverse engineer any licensed program delivered to the user or any portion thereof Symbol reserves the right to make changes to any softwa...

Page 5: ... to 02 9 2003 Add Bluetooth functionality Add CRD8800 4000E CRD8800B 1000S CRD8800 4000S operating procedures to Chapter 1 and Chapter 4 Add IPL mode key combination for 15 key keypad 02 to 03 3 2005 Update battery charging temperature add mobile computer and cradle connection cleaning procedures ...

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Page 7: ...ling the Optional Larger Capacity Battery 1 9 Charging the Terminal Battery 1 10 Charging the Main Battery and Memory Backup Battery 1 10 Using the Serial Charging Cable 1 11 Using the Single Slot Serial Cradle 1 11 Using the Four Slot Cradles 1 13 Using the Universal Cable Cup 1 14 Charging Spare Batteries 1 16 Using the CRD8800 Single Slot Cradle 1 16 Using the CRD8800B Single Slot Cradle 1 17 U...

Page 8: ...e PPT 8800 Introduction 2 3 Using the Power Button 2 3 Adjusting the Backlight 2 3 Standard 6 Key Configuration 2 3 15 Key Configuration 2 3 Using the Stylus 2 4 Using the Keyboard 2 4 Standard 6 Key Configuration 2 4 15 Key Configuration 2 5 Desktop 2 8 Taskbar 2 9 Start Button 2 9 Open Programs 2 10 Status Icons 2 10 Date Time Properties 2 11 Desktop Button 2 11 Taskbar and Start Menu Settings 2...

Page 9: ...the Desktop s Appearance 3 17 Changing the Desktop s Color Scheme 3 17 Creating a Custom Color Scheme 3 18 Changing Backlight Settings 3 18 Changing the Backlight Brightness 3 20 Input Panel 3 22 IrDA 3 23 Keyboard 3 24 Adjusting Keyboard Repeat Settings 3 24 Program Button Assignment 3 25 Owner 3 27 Password 3 30 PC Connection 3 31 Power 3 32 Checking Battery Power Status 3 32 Optimizing Battery ...

Page 10: ... Software 4 3 Installing ActiveSync 4 3 Setting up a Partnership 4 4 Installing eConnect 4 9 Communication Setup 4 9 Using the Serial Charging Cable 4 9 Using the Single Slot Serial Cradle 4 13 Using the Four Slot Serial Cradle 4 16 Using a Four Slot Ethernet Cradle 4 21 DHCP Mode 4 21 Static Mode 4 22 Connecting the Cradle to a Network 4 22 Configuring the Cradle for DHCP Address Mode 4 23 Config...

Page 11: ... Session 5 10 Internet Explorer 5 11 Browsing the Web 5 11 Setting up a Proxy Server 5 12 Enable Cookies 5 12 Media Player 5 13 ScanSamp2 5 14 Scanning Data Fields 5 14 Scanning Options 5 14 Windows Explorer 5 17 Viewing Files as Icons or Lists 5 17 Creating a New Folder 5 17 Network and Dialup Connections 5 18 Chapter 6 Spectrum24 Network Configuration Introduction 6 3 Mobile Companion 6 3 Findin...

Page 12: ...uetooth Communications 7 25 Dial up to Your Network 7 25 Bluetooth ActiveSync 7 30 ActiveSync with a Favorite Computer 7 31 ActiveSync with a Discovered Computer 7 32 ActiveSync with Undiscovered Computer 7 33 Bluetooth LAN Access 7 36 Connecting to a Favorite Access Point 7 36 Connecting to a Discovered Access Point 7 37 Connecting to an Undiscovered Access Point 7 38 Automatic Connection 7 39 So...

Page 13: ...pt 9 8 Copying Components to the Script 9 9 Saving the Script 9 9 Building the Image 9 10 If the Build Fails 9 11 Sending the Hex Image 9 11 Connecting the Terminal and Development PC 9 12 Set Up IPL to Receive the File 9 12 Beginning the Send in TCM 9 15 Error Messages 9 20 IPL Error Detection 9 20 TCM Error Messages 9 22 Creating and Loading a Splash Screen 9 22 Loading the Splash Screen via TCM...

Page 14: ...0 Synchronizing with the Server 10 10 Manual Synchronization 10 11 Automatic Synchronization 10 11 AirBEAM Staging 10 12 Chapter 11 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Introduction 11 3 Safely Maintaining the PPT 8800 11 3 Terminal and Cradle Connector Cleaning Guidelines 11 4 Required Materials 11 4 Cleaning the Terminal Connector 11 4 Cleaning the Cradle Connector 11 7 Troubleshooting 11 10 Appendix...

Page 15: ...rap and start your PPT 8800 terminal for the first time Chapter 2 Operating the PPT 8800 explains how to use your terminal including instructions for powering on and resetting the terminal using the stylus and a headset entering information and scanning PPT 8800 Performs 1 dimensional scanning and batch communication Memory configuration 32 MB ROM 32 MB RAM optional 128 MB additional CF memory PPT...

Page 16: ...w to set up you terminal to synchronize with a server over using the AirBEAM Client and AirBEAM Staging applications Chapter 11 Maintenance and Troubleshooting provides information to help you take proper care of your PPT 8800 terminal and solve problems that may come up Appendix A Technical Specifications includes a table listing the technical specifications for the terminal Appendix B Keyboard M...

Page 17: ... p n 72 55769 xx AirBEAM Smart Windows CE Client Product Reference Guide p n 72 63060 xx Windows CE Help File for Symbol Terminals p n 72E 38880 xx Symbol Windows CE Software Developer s Kit SDK for PPT 8800 available at http software symbol com devzone ActiveSync software available at http www microsoft com Service Information If you have a problem with your equipment contact the Symbol Support C...

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Page 21: ...ing the Serial Charging Cable 1 11 Using the Single Slot Serial Cradle 1 11 Using the Four Slot Cradles 1 13 Using the Universal Cable Cup 1 14 Charging Spare Batteries 1 16 Using the CRD8800 Single Slot Cradle 1 16 Using the CRD8800B Single Slot Cradle 1 17 Using the UBC Battery Adapter 1 18 Charge LED Indicator 1 19 Starting the Terminal 1 19 Calibrating the Screen 1 19 Checking Battery Power 1 ...

Page 22: ...sal Cable Cup 1 24 Connecting to the Terminal 1 24 Removing from the Terminal 1 25 Connecting the Power Cable 1 25 Connecting Communication Cable 1 26 Magnetic Strip Reader 1 26 Installing the MSR 1 26 Removing the MSR 1 27 Using the MSR 1 27 Charging the Terminal s Battery 1 29 ...

Page 23: ...aterial from around the terminal and save the shipping container for later storage and shipping Verify that you received all equipment listed below terminal lithium ion battery handstrap attached to the terminal case stylus in the stylus silo Quick Reference Guide Inspect the equipment for damage If you are missing any equipment or if you find any damaged equipment contact the Symbol Technologies ...

Page 24: ...T 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE NET Parts of the Terminal Figure 1 1 Front View F3 F4 F2 ENTER F1 Keypad Standard 6 key shown Right Scan Trigger Scan LED LCD Display Exit Window ...

Page 25: ...ted Figure 1 2 Back View Locking Screw Speaker Neckstrap Handstrap Connector Stylus Silo Handstrap Connectors Reset Button Infrared Port Battery Compartment Battery Cover Tether Microphone Serial Port Left Scan Trigger ...

Page 26: ... of the terminal through the Universal Cable Cup Serial Charging Cable allows serial connection of the terminal to a host computer Single Slot Serial Cradle charges the terminal and spare standard battery and synchronizes the terminal with a host computer through a serial connection Single Slot Serial Cradle with Larger Capacity Battery Support charges the terminal with standard or larger capacity...

Page 27: ... SDK for Embedded Windows CE NET Getting Started In order to start using the terminal for the first time install the main battery charge the main battery and backup battery start the terminal configure the terminal Installing the Main Battery Before using your terminal install a lithium ion battery 1 Turn the locking screw counterclockwise until the cover releases from the terminal 2 Lift the batt...

Page 28: ...nto place Figure 1 4 Inserting the Battery Note Ensure the battery is positioned correctly The battery charging contacts should be placed on top of the charging contacts in the battery compartment 4 Replace the battery cover by inserting the top first then pressing the bottom in firmly Figure 1 5 Closing the Back Cover 5 Turn the locking screw clockwise to secure the battery cover to the terminal ...

Page 29: ... battery cover 2 Unscrew the locking screw and remove the battery cover Figure 1 6 Unscrew Locking Screw 3 If a battery is installed pull tether up to release battery 4 Insert the larger capacity battery in the battery compartment with the battery tether positioned as shown ensuring the battery snaps into place Figure 1 7 Installing the Larger Capacity Battery ...

Page 30: ...mperatures must be between 32 F and 104 F 0 C and 40 C Charging the Main Battery and Memory Backup Battery Before using your terminal for the first time charge the lithium ion battery in the terminal for about 2 1 2 hours using the cradle or the serial charging cable Note To ensure the quickest charging time turn the terminal off while charging Your terminal is equipped with a memory backup batter...

Page 31: ...sing the Single Slot Serial Cradle You can charge the battery in the terminal using either the CRD8800 or CRD8800B Single Slot Serial Cradle The CRD8800B cradle accepts a terminal with the larger capacity battery kit installed on the terminal To charge the terminal s battery using the Single Slot Serial cradle 1 Connect the cradle to a power source Figure 1 10 Connecting Power to the CRD8800 Cradl...

Page 32: ... the cradle The terminal starts to charge automatically Figure 1 12 Inserting the Terminal into the Cradle The standard battery usually fully charges in approximately 2 1 2 hours and the optional larger capacity battery usually fully charges in approximately five hours Power Port Power Supply AC Line Cord F3 F4 F2 ENTER F1 F3 F4 F2 F1 CRD8800 CRD8800B ...

Page 33: ...gure 1 13 Connecting Power to the Four Slot Cradle 2 Insert the terminal into the cradle The terminal starts to charge automatically Figure 1 14 Inserting the Terminal into the Four Slot Cradle The standard battery usually fully charges in approximately 2 1 2 hours and the optional larger capacity battery usually fully charges in approximately five hours Power Supply Power Port AC Line Cord ...

Page 34: ...line cord 1 Ensure the locking tabs are in the open position up 2 Insert the terminal into the cable cup 3 Press down on the two locking tabs 4 Pull on the cable cup to ensure that it is securely attached to the terminal Figure 1 15 Attaching the Universal Cable Cup to the Terminal 5 Open the rubber cap covering the power port Figure 1 16 Connecting the Power Cable 6 Plug the power connector into ...

Page 35: ...le to a vehicle power adapter or appropriate power source Figure 1 18 Connecting to Power Source The standard battery usually fully charges in approximately 2 1 2 hours and the optional larger capacity battery usually fully charges in approximately five hours Cable Support Back of Cable Cup Vehicle Charging Adapter Power Supply ...

Page 36: ...ard battery 1 Connect the cradle to a power source Figure 1 19 Connecting Power to the CRD8800 Cradle 2 Insert the battery into the spare battery charging slot on the back of the cradle Position it with the charging contacts facing down over charging pins and gently press down on the battery to ensure proper contact The spare battery charging LED turns red to indicate that the spare battery is cha...

Page 37: ...radle to a power source Figure 1 20 Connecting Power to the CRD8800B Cradle 2 Insert the battery into the spare battery charging well on the back of the cradle Insert the contact end first and then press the back end into the well Figure 1 21 Inserting the Spare Battery into the Battery Well Power Supply Power Port Spare Battery Charging Well Line Cord Standard Battery Larger Capacity Battery ...

Page 38: ...e battery match with those of the adapter Figure 1 22 Inserting the Spare Battery When the battery is inserted the charging system begins the rapid charge cycle When this cycle is completed the READY indicator on the battery status display turns solid green and the battery is charged to approximately 95 of its rated capacity To attain 100 of its capacity the battery should remain in the charger fo...

Page 39: ...y time you perform a hard reset Calibrating the Screen To calibrate the screen so the cursor on the touch screen aligns with the tip of your stylus 1 Remove the stylus from its storage silo on the back of the terminal 2 Carefully press and briefly hold the tip of stylus on the center of each target that appears on the screen Table 1 1 Charge LED Indicator LED Indication Spare Battery Charging Crad...

Page 40: ...t Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE NET Note To re calibrate the screen at anytime press on a 15 key terminal or press on a Standard 6 key terminal to launch the calibration screen application Figure 1 23 Calibration Screen ...

Page 41: ...attery power set your terminal to turn off after a specified number of minutes Refer to Power on page 3 32 to set power management options Replacing the Handstrap The terminal has a factory installed handstrap which increases comfort when holding the terminal for extended periods of time There are two types of handstraps depending upon the configuration of the terminal a handstrap that has a clip ...

Page 42: ...ttery cover 2 Remove the metal piece threaded through the metal handstrap connector on the back of the terminal Figure 1 25 Handstrap Replacement 3 Thread the metal piece of the new handstrap through the metal handstrap connector on the back of the terminal 4 Slide the flat metal piece into the handstrap connector on the battery cover Metal handstrap connector Metal piece Handstrap connector ...

Page 43: ...minal 1 Thread the elastic band on the neck strap through the handstrap connector on the back of the terminal 2 Slip the strap through the elastic band and pull it through to secure the strap to the connector Figure 1 26 Attaching the Neck Strap Thread elastic band through connector ...

Page 44: ...velopment PC see Chapter 8 Software Installation on Development PC To configure your terminal using the Terminal Configuration Manager see Chapter 9 Configuring the Terminal To set up AirBEAM to synchronize your terminal with your host server see Chapter 10 AirBEAM Smart Accessories Universal Cable Cup The UCC 8800 Universal Cable Cup provides the ability to connect the terminal to printers and ve...

Page 45: ...minal 1 Lift the two locking tabs 2 Pull the cable cup from the terminal Connecting the Power Cable 1 Open the rubber cap covering the power port Figure 1 28 Connecting Power Connector to Cable Cup 2 Plug the power connector into the power port 3 Wrap the cable around the cable support 4 Connect the other end of the cable to the appropriate power source Rubber Cap Cable Support Back of Cable Cup ...

Page 46: ... the other end of the cable to the appropriate device Magnetic Strip Reader The MSR8800 Magnetic Stripe Reader is an essential accessory for the PPT 8800 Series terminal allowing easy data capture with the swipe of a magnetic stripe card The magnetic stripe reader snaps easily on to the bottom of the PPT 8800 Series terminal and can be easily removed when not in use Installing the MSR 1 Ensure tha...

Page 47: ...e used to access data acquired by the MSR To use the terminal emulator you must create a new session or connect using an existing one Depending on your terminal s operating system use the appropriate set of steps below to create a new terminal session 1 Select Start Programs Communication Terminal 2 Double tap the Make a New Session icon 3 In the Session Name box enter a name for the session 4 In ...

Page 48: ...und checkbox 18 In the Automatic Scrolling box set your scrolling preference 19 Tap OK A terminal emulation window opens Swipe the magnetic stripe card through the reader ensuring the magnetic stripe on the card is positioned as shown Data encoded on the magnetic stripe displays in the terminal window on the terminal Figure 1 31 Swiping a Card Note The card may be swiped in either direction from l...

Page 49: ...ssion and connect by double tapping it Charging the Terminal s Battery The terminal s battery can be charged while the MSR is installed on the bottom of the terminal using the Serial Charging Cable p n 25 38383 01 and power supply p n 50 14000 107 The standard battery charges in approximately 2 1 2 hours Figure 1 32 Charging the Terminal Using the MSR Serial Charging Cable Power Supply ...

Page 50: ...1 30 PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE NET ...

Page 51: ...ation 2 5 Desktop 2 8 Taskbar 2 9 Start Button 2 9 Open Programs 2 10 Status Icons 2 10 Date Time Properties 2 11 Desktop Button 2 11 Taskbar and Start Menu Settings 2 11 Entering Information 2 12 Entering Information Using 15 Key Keypad 2 12 Entering Information Using the Keyboard Input Panel 2 12 Entering Data via the Bar Code Scanner Scan Wedge 2 13 Scanning 2 13 Scan LED Indicator 2 14 Resetti...

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Page 53: ...n Table 2 1 to adjust the backlight 15 Key Configuration Use the key combinations listed in Table 2 2 to adjust the backlight Table 2 1 Standard 6 Key Keyboard Backlight Controls Keys Description Press and hold Turn backlight on or off Press Decrease backlight decrease brightness Press Increase backlight increase brightness Table 2 2 15 Key Keyboard Backlight Controls Keys Description Press and ho...

Page 54: ...select multiple items Using the Keyboard The terminal has two keyboard configurations a standard 6 key configuration and a 15 key configuration Standard 6 Key Configuration The standard 6 key keyboard contains a power button application keys scroll keys and a function key Refer to Table 2 3 for descriptions for the keyboard buttons and keys Figure 2 1 Standard 6 Key Configuration Table 2 3 6 Key K...

Page 55: ...ucing numbers Scroll Up Moves up from one item to another Increases the brightness of the backlight when simultaneously pressed with the Function key Scroll Down Moves down from one item to another Decreases the brightness of the backlight when simultaneously pressed with the Function button Function Executes an operation when it s pressed with another key keys simultaneously such as one of the Sc...

Page 56: ...fer to Table 2 5 Scroll Up Moves the cursor up on the window in the numeric mode Moves the cursor to the right in the FUNC mode In the alpha mode is a space key Scroll Down Moves the cursor down on the window in the numeric mode Moves the cursor to the left in the FUNC mode In the alpha mode is a backspace key Function Execute an operation when pressed with another key simultaneously such as one o...

Page 57: ...Mode Alpha Lowercase Mode Alpha Uppercase Mode FUNC Key 1st Press 2nd Press 3rd Press 4th Press 1st Press 2nd Press 3rd Press 4th Press 1 1 F1 _ 2 2 F2 a b c A B C 3 3 F3 d e f D E F 4 4 F4 g h i G H I 5 5 F5 j k l J K L 6 6 F6 m n o M N O 7 7 F7 p q r s P Q R S 8 8 F8 t u v T U V 9 9 F9 w x y z W X Y Z 0 0 F10 UP UP RIGHT SPACE SPACE DOWN DOWN LEFT BK SPC BK SPC ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER Note The k...

Page 58: ...le Bin Dragging and dropping an unnecessary file on this icon transfers it to Recycle Bin folder and the file is stored there until you empty the bin for deletion My Computer Double tapping on this icon opens My Computer Internet Explorer Double tapping on this icon open Internet Explorer application Taskbar This contains the Start Button Open Programs Status Icons Date Time Properties and the Des...

Page 59: ...gs window or access help Figure 2 5 Start Menu Tapping Programs displays Programs menu See Chapter 5 Applications for detailed information on available programs Tapping Favorites displays a list of files as your Favorites Tapping Documents displays files you have used or edited recently Tapping Settings displays Settings menu See Chapter 3 Settings for detailed information on terminal settings Sta...

Page 60: ...ange or adjust its settings from the window Table 2 6 Status Icons Status Icon Description Indicates the current time This icon indicates that the keyboard input panel is selected This icon indicates that the keyboard input panel is hidden This icon indicates that the main battery is under charged or that the terminal is operating on AC power Double tapping on this icon opens the Power Properties ...

Page 61: ...tings Taskbar and Start Menu 2 Select the General tab 3 To enable the taskbar to always appear on top select Always on top checkbox 4 To allow the taskbar to disappear hide when not being used select Auto hide checkbox To show the taskbar tap the bottom of the display 5 To display the clock on the taskbar select Show Clock checkbox It is displayed when the terminal is connected to a host computer ...

Page 62: ...oduces the 26 character alphabet A Z numbers 0 9 Function keys F1 F10 and assorted characters The keyboard is color coded to indicate which modifier key Alpha or function to press to produce a particular character or action The keyboard default is numeric producing numbers See Using the Keyboard on page 2 4 and Appendix B Keyboard Maps for keyboard functions Entering Information Using the Keyboard...

Page 63: ...canSamp2 on page 5 14 for more information Scanning The terminal has an integrated scanner which allows you to collect data by scanning one or two dimensional bar codes See ScanSamp2 on page 5 14 for a sample scanning application To scan bar codes with the PPT 8800 1 Ensure that your terminal is loaded with a scanning application 2 Aim the scan exit window at the bar code 3 Press either the right ...

Page 64: ...indows CE NET Scan LED Indicator See Parts of the Terminal on page 1 4 for the location of the Scan LED on the terminal Table 2 7 Scan LED Indicator LED Status Indication Off Not scanning Solid Red Laser enabled Scanning in process Solid Green Successful decode ...

Page 65: ...keys while holding down either the left or right scan trigger and then releasing the keys To perform a soft reset on the 15 key keypad press and keys while holding down either the left or right scan trigger and then releasing the keys Performing a Hard Reset A hard reset also restarts the terminal but erases all stored records and entries Therefore never perform a hard reset unless a soft reset do...

Page 66: ...se the Function key 4 Replace the battery cover 5 Press 6 As the terminal initializes its Flash File system the Symbol splash screen displays for about a minute 7 Calibrate the screen See Calibrating the Screen on page 1 19 to perform an initial setup of the terminal Caution With a hard reset formats preferences and other settings are restored to their factory default settings Reset Button ...

Page 67: ...ackages 3 12 Information About Device Management 3 12 Dialing 3 14 Adjusting Dialing Location Settings 3 14 Adjust Dialing Patterns 3 15 Display 3 17 Selecting a Background Image 3 17 Modifying the Desktop s Appearance 3 17 Changing the Desktop s Color Scheme 3 17 Creating a Custom Color Scheme 3 18 Changing Backlight Settings 3 18 Changing the Backlight Brightness 3 20 Input Panel 3 22 IrDA 3 23 ...

Page 68: ...orage Devices 3 39 Managing Disk Partitions 3 39 Creating A New Partition 3 40 Advanced Partition Options 3 40 Stylus 3 41 Adjusting the Stylus Double tap Rate 3 41 Recalibrating the Touch Screen 3 41 Symbol Settings 3 43 Waking the Terminal 3 43 Settings Tab 3 44 System Tab 3 45 Config Tab 3 46 System 3 48 General Tab 3 48 Memory Tab 3 48 Programs Located in ROM and RAM 3 49 Device Name Tab 3 49 ...

Page 69: ... Panel Figure 3 1 Control Panel Window Table 3 1 lists the applications available in the Control Panel Table 3 1 Control Panel Applications Icon Description View and modify digital certificates which are used by some applications for establishing trust for secure communications See Certificates on page 3 7 for more information Change date time and time zone information See Date Time on page 3 8 fo...

Page 70: ...e 3 17 for more information Switch input methods and set input options See Input Panel on page 3 22 for more information Turns the IrDA port on or off to allow the Bluetooth radio access to two more COM ports PPT 8860 only See IrDA on page 3 23 for more information Change keyboard repeat delay and rate See Keyboard on page 3 24 for more information Adjust double click sensitivity for both the spee...

Page 71: ...r management options See Power on page 3 32 for more information Change how numbers currencies dates and times are displayed See Regional Settings on page 3 35 for more information Remove loaded programs from RAM See Remove Programs on page 3 38 for more information Manage storage media and disk partitions See Storage Manager on page 3 39 for more information Calibrate the touch screen and adjust ...

Page 72: ...isplayed window 4 Change setting s 5 Tap OK The Properties window closes Note Depending on what you set you may be required to reset the terminal Change settings unique to the PPT 8800 See Symbol Settings on page 3 43 for more information View system information and change memory settings See System on page 3 48 for more information Set event sounds and volume options See Volume Sounds on page 3 5...

Page 73: ...sh to view or modify from the drop down list The My Certificates store contains your personal certificates which you use to identify yourself Intermediate certificate authorities that help establish a chain of trust are stored in the Other Authorities store The Trusted Authorities store lists the top level certificates for authorities you trust 4 To add a certificate or associated private key to t...

Page 74: ... Date Time icon Figure 3 3 Date Time Properties Window 3 To set the month in the Date Time tab select the arrows on either side of the month shown or tap on the month and select from a list of months 4 To set the date select it in the calendar 5 To set the time enter it in the box under the month calendar 6 To change the time zone select it from the list labeled Time Zone 7 Tap Apply or OK for the...

Page 75: ...tware and manage hardware and software A download install engine that allows users to receive software and notifications when there are new applications or Operating System OS updates is the basis for a device management client To enable configuration and customized management the device management system also allows the downloading and running of scripts The Windows CE Device Management Client wo...

Page 76: ... not re provision the device If you are prompted to re provision the device see Provisioning Provisioning 1 Select Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double tap the Device Management icon 3 Select the Configure tab 4 In Current management server field enter the name of the new device management server Your System Administrator can supply this name 5 From the list of Available Actions select Provision ...

Page 77: ...evice management server in the Current management server field 3 Ensure that a network connection is available 4 From the list of Available actions select Poll the Management Server 5 Tap the Run Action button This schedules a poll task that contacts the Management Server immediately Note You can do polling only if provisioning is already complete A network connection should be available If the ne...

Page 78: ... the package to install from the listed packages 3 Tap the Install button This causes the Management Server to download the package Viewing Installed Packages To view packages that the Management Server installed on the terminal 1 Select the Software Packages tab 2 Tap the View downloaded packages button This launches a new window that displays the downloaded packages Information About Device Mana...

Page 79: ...3 13 Settings Figure 3 6 Device Management Information Tab ...

Page 80: ... down list select the location for which you want to change settings To create a new location tap the New button Enter the name of the location and then press the Enter key To remove a location select the location from the drop down list and tap Delete 4 Enter or edit the area code and local country code as needed 5 Select Tone dialing or Pulse dialing Most phone lines are tone 6 To automatically ...

Page 81: ...dems may not respond to the characters listed even though your terminal lets you add them to the dial string 3 Press the enter key to save settings or tap X to close without saving the settings Table 3 2 Dialing Characters To Enter Dial country code specified by the dialing program E Dial area code specified by the dialing program F Dial local number specified by the dialing program G Insert a pau...

Page 82: ...llowing numbers P Transfer to another extension 0 5 sec on hook 0 5 sec off hook hookflash Wait for quiet answer typically indicated by 6 5 seconds of silence followed by a ringing tone Use special controls on some systems tone only ABCD or or Table 3 2 Dialing Characters Continued To Enter ...

Page 83: ...kground tab Figure 3 9 Display Properties Background Tab 3 From the Image drop down list select an image you want as the background of the desktop To locate an image in another folder tap Browse 4 To have the image cover the entire background select Tile image on background 5 Tap OK to save settings Modifying the Desktop s Appearance The following sections describe how to change the appearance of ...

Page 84: ...ppearance tab 2 From the Item drop down list select a display item 3 Tap the square next to the Item drop down list 4 From the Basic colors list select a color and tap OK 5 View your color selection s in the preview box 6 To save the scheme tap Save 7 In the Save scheme As box enter a name for the scheme and tap OK 8 Tap Apply Changing Backlight Settings Change the backlight settings to conserve b...

Page 85: ...ions of light On Off Default Hard Reset On Battery Power Select the Turn off backlight if device is not used for checkbox to turn off the backlight after a certain period of time has passed unused Period of time can be selected from the list Available timings are 10 sec 30 sec 1 min 2 min 3 min 4 min and 5 min Checkbox is selected Default time is one minute Select the Turn on backlight when a butt...

Page 86: ...the backlight after a certain period of time has passed unused Period of time can be selected from the list Available timings are 1 min 2 min 3 min 4 min 5 min 6 min 7 min 8 min 9 min and 10 min Checkbox is selected Default time is one minute Select the Turn on backlight when a button is pressed or the screen is tapped checkbox to turn on the backlight when a button is pressed or the screen is tap...

Page 87: ...ightness goes to Power save automatically when the battery is low regardless of the setting Table 3 4 Brightness Settings Brightness Comment Power save Power saving mode Default after hard reset Low Bright Slightly dark Med Bright Medium High Bright Slightly bright Super Bright Very bright ...

Page 88: ...thods and set input options 1 Select Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double tap the Input Panel icon Figure 3 13 Input Panel Properties 3 From the Current input method drop down list select the input method 4 Tap Options Figure 3 14 Soft Keyboard Options Window 5 Make the desired changes to the settings 6 Tap OK 7 Tap OK to apply the changes ...

Page 89: ...ol Panel 2 Double tap the IrDA icon The IrDA Settings window appears Figure 3 15 IrDA Settings Window 3 Select either Enable IrDA ports or Disable IrDA ports radio button 4 Tap OK A confirmation box appears requesting to reset the terminal Tap OK 5 Perform a soft reset See Resetting the Terminal on page 2 15 ...

Page 90: ...at Settings To adjust the keyboard repeat rate 1 Select Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double tap the Keyboard icon 3 Select the Repeat tab Figure 3 16 Keyboard Properties Repeat Tab 4 Tap the Enable character repeat check box 5 To change the amount of time between depressions before repetition starts adjust the Repeat delay slider 6 To change the repeat rate adjust the Repeat rate slider 7 Test y...

Page 91: ...operties Program Buttons Tab 2 Select a key from the Buttons list 3 Select a key or application from the Button Assignment drop down list Table 3 5 lists available options Table 3 5 Available Button Functions Function Description None No settings Escape Closes an application a file or a window Tab Switches fields Enter Fixes data or command input Behavior after fixing depends on an application Cap...

Page 92: ...ursor Back Space Deletes a letter in front of the cursor Home Moves the cursor to the front of text line End Moves the cursor to the end of the text line Insert Switches back and forth between insert mode and write over mode Delete Deletes a letter in the position of the cursor User application Assigns an application to the key Windows Explorer Opens Windows Explorer Internet Explorer Opens Intern...

Page 93: ...l is turned on To enter information 1 Select Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double tap the Owner icon Table 3 6 Default Button Assignments Standard 6 key Keypad 15 key Keypad Button Key Default Button Key Default Trigger Trigger Trigger Trigger Enter Enter Enter Enter F1 Tab F1 None F2 LEFT cursor F2 None F3 RIGHT cursor F3 None F4 Escape F4 None Func F1 None F5 None Func F2 Soft keyboard F6 Recal...

Page 94: ...n Tab 4 Fill in or edit the data as desired 5 To have this information displayed when you start the terminal select the Display Owner Identification check box 6 To add more information select the Notes tab and enter information in the Notes box To include this information on startup select Display owner notes Figure 3 19 Owner Properties Window Notes Tab ...

Page 95: ...e password and domain name you use to log on to the remote network Figure 3 20 Owner Properties Window Network Tab After the information is entered and the Display owner identification notes check boxes are selected the Welcome window appears whenever the terminal is powered on Figure 3 21 Welcome Window ...

Page 96: ...les and data that you have created and programs you have installed 1 Select Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double tap the Password icon Figure 3 22 Password Properties Window 3 In the Password box enter the password 4 In the Confirm password box enter the password again 5 To require the password on startup select Enable password protection at power on check box 6 To require the password to unlock ...

Page 97: ...C Connection icon Figure 3 23 PC Connection Properties Window 3 Select the Enable direct connections to the desktop computer checkbox to allow for direct connections 4 Tap the Change Connection button to change the baud rate Figure 3 24 Change Connection Window 5 From the drop down list select the baud rate to connect to the desktop 6 Tap OK 7 In the PC Connection Properties window tap OK to apply...

Page 98: ... tab provides general information on battery conditions The amount of useful operating time remaining varies depending on battery type and how you use the terminal Optimizing Battery Life You want your batteries to last as long as possible especially when you re on the road Under normal conditions you can get many hours of use from a single charge Here are a few tips to help you get the most of th...

Page 99: ... in the taskbar See Taskbar on page 2 9 for more information Setting Up Power Schemes 1 Select the Schemes tab Figure 3 26 Power Properties Schemes Tab 2 Select the desired options for entering reduced power states The time choices represent the amount of time that must pass before the terminal switches to the next power conservation state For example if Switch state to System Idle is set to After...

Page 100: ...the Device Status tab Figure 3 27 Power Properties Device Status Tab All components that have active power management enabled appear in the left column with their current power level in the right column The power level ranges from High D0 which means the terminal is at the highest power level to Off D4 which means the terminal is at the lowest power level ...

Page 101: ...ment You can also choose from a large number of input locales When you switch to another input locale some programs offer special features such as font characters or spell checkers designed for different languages 1 Select Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double tap the Regional Settings icon Figure 3 28 Regional Settings Properties Region Tab 3 From the Your locale drop down list select the country...

Page 102: ...s Properties Number Tab 5 Select desired options The characteristics available are determined by the region selected on the Region tab 6 Select the Currency tab Figure 3 30 Regional Settings Properties Currency Tab 7 Select desired options The characteristics available are determined by the region selected on the Regional tab ...

Page 103: ...t desired options The characteristics available are determined by the region selected on the Region tab 10 Select the Date tab Figure 3 32 Regional Settings Properties Window Date Tab 11 Select desired options The characteristics available are determined by the region selected on the Region tab ...

Page 104: ...ove programs that were loaded onto the terminal 1 Select Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double tap the Remove Programs icon 3 From the programs list select the program you want to remove Figure 3 33 Remove Programs Tab 4 Tap Remove Note You can only remove programs that you have installed in RAM ...

Page 105: ...nt To format the partition table tap Format The partition table cannot be formatted if any partitions on the storage device are mounted Managing Disk Partitions Available partitions on the selected storage device are listed in the Partitions list box To create a new partition on the storage device tap New To delete a partition from the storage device select the partition to delete and tap Delete M...

Page 106: ...ition or tap X to cancel Advanced Partition Options To view advanced partition options select a partition from the list and tap Properties To mount an unmounted partition tap Mount To dismount a mounted partition tap Dismount To format a partition tap Format To scan and repair a partition tap Scan To defragment a partition tap Defrag Note Depending on a partition s file system the Format Scan and ...

Page 107: ...ap Rate 1 Select Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double tap the Stylus icon Figure 3 35 Stylus Properties Double Tap Tab 3 In the Double Tap tab double tap the checkerboard grid at a comfortable speed 4 Double tap the clapboard to test your settings 5 Tap OK to apply changes Recalibrating the Touch Screen 1 Select Start Settings Control Panel ...

Page 108: ...or Embedded Windows CE NET 2 Double tap the Stylus icon Figure 3 36 Stylus Properties Calibration Tab 3 Select the Calibration tab 4 In the Calibration tab tap Recalibrate 5 Tap a target with the stylus and following the on screen messages 6 Tap OK ...

Page 109: ...ep mode automatically by an automatic power off function Refer to for wakeup condition settings based on the selected sleep mode operation Settings can be made for the case where it goes into sleep with the power button and the case where it goes into sleep automatically by automatic power off function Table 3 7 lists the wakeup conditions settings Note All wakeup condition settings are not retain...

Page 110: ...riate options to control power to the external connector Table 3 7 Wakeup Conditions Status Description Action Conditions for wakeup Power Off When the terminal goes into sleep mode by pressing the Power button these actions wake the terminal up Trigger Trigger button is pressed WLAN Wireless LAN access the terminal Auto Off When the terminal goes into sleep mode by an automatic power off function...

Page 111: ...ol Settings icon 3 Select the System tab Figure 3 39 Symbol Setting System Tab Table 3 8 External 5 Volts Power Settings Setting Description Off 5V is not supplied to the serial port Active On The terminal outputs 5V while the serial port is open by an application Always On 5V is always available at the serial port The default setting is Off after a hard reset The selected setting is maintained af...

Page 112: ...ta Item Description Format UUID Inherent value of built in flash ROM Part 1 Flash ROM of data bus high order word Part 2 Flash ROM of data bus low order word XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX where X is an alphanumeric character Build ID Control version of when OS image is built X XX XXXXX where X is an alphanumeric character IPL ID Version of IPL X XX where X is an alphanumeric character Boot ID Version of Boot X...

Page 113: ...3 47 Settings 3 Select the Config tab Figure 3 40 Symbol Settings Config Tab ...

Page 114: ...opyright information General Tab The General tab view displays general system settings 1 Select Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double tap the System icon 3 Select the General tab to view basic system and computer properties Figure 3 41 System Properties General Tab Memory Tab The Memory tab view allows you to adjust RAM allocation 1 Select Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double tap the System icon ...

Page 115: ... memory problems reset your terminal The General tab provides general information about the hardware and software configurations on your device A maximum of 16 MB of RAM can be allocated to files Programs Located in ROM and RAM Programs supplied with the terminal are located in ROM and will remain after a hard reset Programs you install are located in RAM and need to be reinstalled after a hard re...

Page 116: ...ame Tab 4 Enter a device name for the terminal in the Device name without spaces field Ensure that you use no spaces 5 Enter a description for the terminal in the Device description field Copyrights Tab The Copyrights tab allows you to view any relevant copyright information 1 Select Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double tap the System icon ...

Page 117: ...3 51 Settings 3 Tap the Copyrights tab Figure 3 44 System Properties Copyrights Tab ...

Page 118: ... 1 Select Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double tap the Volume Sounds icon Figure 3 45 Volume Sounds Properties Window Volume Tab 3 Select the Volume tab 4 Use the slide bar to change the volume 5 Select the desired enable sound options Note Turning off sounds saves power and prolongs battery life Changing Event Sounds 1 Select Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double tap the Volume Sounds icon ...

Page 119: ...und from the selected event select None 6 To save the changes to a different scheme tap Save As and then name the sound scheme 7 To delete a sound scheme select the scheme in the Scheme drop down list and tap Delete Note To quickly turn off all event sounds select No sounds from the Scheme list Adjusting Microphone Gain 1 Select Start Settings Control Panel 2 Double tap the Volume Sounds icon ...

Page 120: ...e slider to adjust the microphone gain Table 3 10 list the sensitivity settings for a microphone Table 3 10 Microphone Sensitivity Settings Sensitivity Comment Very low furthest left Sensitivity is low Low Sensitivity is slightly low Med Sensitivity is medium Default after hard reset High Sensitivity is slightly high Very high furthest right Sensitivity is high ...

Page 121: ... 16 Using a Four Slot Ethernet Cradle 4 21 DHCP Mode 4 21 Static Mode 4 22 Connecting the Cradle to a Network 4 22 Configuring the Cradle for DHCP Address Mode 4 23 Configuring the Cradle for Static Mode 4 25 Network Address Translation NAPT 4 27 Inter Connecting Cradles 4 28 Configuration of the Host Computer 4 29 Configuration of the Terminal 4 30 Communication 4 31 Communication LED Indicator 4...

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Page 123: ...puter Microsoft ActiveSync eConnect Installing ActiveSync Using ActiveSync you can synchronize the information on your terminal with the information on your host computer Changes you make on your terminal or host computer appear in both places after you synchronize With ActiveSync software you can Work with terminal compatible host applications on your host computer ActiveSync replicates data from...

Page 124: ...ership between the terminal and host computer through the ActiveSync connection using a serial connection or Universal Cable Cup USB cable Note Prior to synchronizing a terminal using the Four Slot Ethernet cradle a Partnership must be set up between the terminal and the host computer using either a serial or USB connection Setting up a Partnership After installation is complete the ActiveSync Set...

Page 125: ...the Get Connected window does not appear select Start Programs Microsoft ActiveSync Figure 4 1 Get Connected Window 2 Connect the terminal to the host computer 3 On the host computer select Next in the Getting Connected window ...

Page 126: ...st computer and the terminal will attempt to synchronize The New Partnership window appears Figure 4 2 New Partnership Window 5 Click the Yes radio button and then select Next The New Partnership Select Number of Partnerships window appears Figure 4 3 Select Number of Partnerships ...

Page 127: ...ization Settings window appears Figure 4 4 Select Synchronization Settings Window 7 To synchronize file click on Files check box The File Synchronization window appears Figure 4 5 File Synchronization Folder Confirmation 8 Select OK to display the Setup Complete window ...

Page 128: ...4 6 Setup Complete Window 10 Select Finish Figure 4 7 ActiveSync Connected Window During the first synchronization information stored on your host computer is copied to your terminal When the copy is complete and all data is synchronized you can disconnect your terminal from your host computer ...

Page 129: ...radles To install eConnect download it for Windows CE NET from http devzone symbol com Follow the installation instructions included to install the software on your terminal Communication Setup The terminal can communicate with the host computer using the following accessories Serial Charging Cable through a serial connection Single Slot Serial Cradle through a serial connection Four Slot Serial C...

Page 130: ...800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE NET 2 Start ActiveSync if it is not running on the host computer To start select Start Programs Microsoft ActiveSync Figure 4 8 ActiveSync Not Connected ...

Page 131: ... your host computer Figure 4 9 Connection Settings 4 Select OK to save any changes made 5 On the terminal select Start Settings Control Panel Double tap the PC Connection icon Tap the Change Connection button Figure 4 10 Change Connection Window 6 From the Connect to desktop computer using list ensure Desktop 115200 is selected 7 Tap OK on the Change Connection window ...

Page 132: ...e name 9 Connect the Serial Charging Cable to your terminal and host computer as shown in Figure 4 11 Figure 4 11 Connecting the Serial Charging Cable Note The serial charging cable requires a dedicated port It cannot share a port with an internal modem or other device If you are unsure about the location of the serial port on your computer refer to the user s manual supplied with the computer F3 ...

Page 133: ... 1000S and CRD8800B 1000S Single Slot Serial cradles 1 Ensure that ActiveSync was installed on the host computer and a partnership was created See Installing ActiveSync on page 4 3 and Setting up a Partnership on page 4 4 2 Start ActiveSync if it is not running on the host computer To start select Start Programs Microsoft ActiveSync Figure 4 12 ActiveSync Not Connected ...

Page 134: ...he appropriate COM port for your host computer Figure 4 13 Connection Settings 4 Select OK to save any changes made 5 On the terminal select Start Settings Control Panel Double tap the PC Connection icon Tap the Change Connection button Figure 4 14 Change Connection Window 6 From the Connect to desktop computer using list ensure Desktop 115200 is selected 7 Tap OK on the Change Connection window ...

Page 135: ... your CRD8800 1000S cradle to your host computer as shown in Figure 4 15 Figure 4 15 Connecting the Cradle to the Host Note The cradle requires a dedicated port It cannot share a port with an internal modem or other device If you are unsure about the location of the serial port on your host computer refer to the user s manual supplied with the computer Serial device cable Serial device cable CRD88...

Page 136: ... internal modem or other device If you are unsure about the location of the serial port on your computer refer to the user s manual supplied with the computer 11 Upon connection synchronization occurs automatically Using the Four Slot Serial Cradle 1 Ensure that ActiveSync was installed on the host computer and a partnership was created See Installing ActiveSync on page 4 3 and Setting up a Partne...

Page 137: ...4 17 Communications 2 Start ActiveSync if it is not running on the host computer To start select Start Programs Microsoft ActiveSync Figure 4 17 ActiveSync Not Connected ...

Page 138: ...he appropriate COM port for your host computer Figure 4 18 Connection Settings 4 Select OK to save any changes made 5 On the terminal select Start Settings Control Panel Double tap the PC Connection icon Tap the Change Connection button Figure 4 19 Change Connection Window 6 From the Connect to desktop computer using list ensure Desktop 115200 is selected 7 Tap OK on the Change Connection window ...

Page 139: ...nging the device name 9 Connect your CRD8800 4000S cradle to your host computer as shown in Figure 4 15 Figure 4 20 Connecting the Cradle to the Host Note The cradle requires a dedicated port It cannot share a port with an internal modem or other device If you are unsure about the location of the serial port on your host computer refer to the user s manual supplied with the computer Serial device ...

Page 140: ...g the Terminal in the Four Slot Serial Cradle Note The serial charging cable requires a dedicated port It cannot share a port with an internal modem or other device If you are unsure about the location of the serial port on your computer refer to the user s manual supplied with the computer 11 Upon connection synchronization occurs automatically ...

Page 141: ...e cradle appears to be a direct connect PPP service The cradle must be properly configured for use with the terminal The configuration steps include Connecting the cradle to a network Configuring the cradle Configuring the host computer Configuring the terminal DHCP Mode 1 DHCP Address Mode When using DHCP mode the cradle acquires its IP address dynamically from the DHCP server There must be a DHC...

Page 142: ...dress and will not operate This situation has occurred on some Novell servers To remedy the situation use static mode Static Mode If there is no DHCP server on the network the cradle must be manually configured with IP addresses and other network related information Connecting the Cradle to a Network To set up network communications 1 Ensure there is a DHCP server accessible to the cradle on the s...

Page 143: ...ng the Cradle for DHCP Address Mode 1 Start a terminal emulation session for the cradle a Connect the modular end of cable p n 170013 000 to the Expansion port of the cradle Connect the DB 9 end of the cable using a null modem adapter to the COM port on the host computer Figure 4 23 Connecting the Four Slot Ethernet Cradle to Host Computer b Start a terminal emulation session on the host computer ...

Page 144: ...bmenu OR Q Discard changes and restart F Save changes and restart Public network settings 1 Static Mode 1 2 NAPT Mode 1 The following settings are only used when Static mode is 1 3 Cradle IP Address 0 0 0 0 4 Router Gateway IP Address 0 0 0 0 5 1st DNS IP Address 0 0 0 0 6 2nd DNS IP Address 0 0 0 0 7 1st WINS IP Address 0 0 0 0 8 2nd WINS IP Address 0 0 0 0 9 Subnet Mask 0 0 0 0 The following set...

Page 145: ...fault the network does not see these addresses f Press Q to return to the main Cradle Utilities menu g Press F to write these values to flash memory and reset the cradle Configuring the Cradle for Static Mode 1 Start a cradle terminal emulation session a Connect the modular end of the cable p n 170013 000 and a null modem adapter between the expansion port of the cradle and a COM port on a host co...

Page 146: ...ublic network settings 2 Advanced settings 3 PPP settings 4 Private network settings 5 Firmware Download Select a submenu OR Q Discard changes and restart F Save changes and restart Public Network Settings 1 Static Mode 0 2 NAPT Mode 1 The following settings are only used when Static mode is 1 3 Cradle IP Address 0 0 0 0 4 Router Gateway IP Address 0 0 0 0 5 1st DNS IP Address 0 0 0 0 6 2nd DNS IP...

Page 147: ...resses prompt Enter the new Terminal 1 IP address at the prompt k Select B to access the Terminal 2 IP addresses prompt Enter the new Terminal 2 IP address at the prompt l Select C to access the Terminal 3 IP addresses prompt Enter the new Terminal 3 IP address at the prompt m Select D to access the Terminal 4 IP addresses prompt Enter the new Terminal 4 IP address at the prompt 4 Select Q to retu...

Page 148: ...all Since NAPT modifies addresses in TCP IP and UDP IP headers it is insufficient for network services that embed IP addresses inside packet data Also the CRD8800 4000E assumes that terminals sending data with one TCP or UDP source port expects to receive replies on the same port number but some network services may reply with data over a range of ports These network services are unusable with the...

Page 149: ... the Host Computer The host computer that you intend to synchronize with the terminal must be setup with the appropriate communication software and connection settings This guide assumes that you are using Microsoft ActiveSync software on both the terminal and the host computer To configure the host computer 1 Download and install ActiveSync See Installing ActiveSync on page 4 3 2 Configure the co...

Page 150: ...s Configuration of the Terminal When you insert a terminal into the cradle the cradle provides a direct connect RAS service You need to configure each terminal for use with the cradle just as you would configure any remote client to connect to an Internet Service Provider ISP To configure the terminal install eConnect See Installing eConnect on page 4 9 1 On the terminal tap Start Settings Control...

Page 151: ...erminal from the cradle while the LED is flashing green you disrupt communication and data may be lost When the terminal finishes communicating the slot s LED turns solid green until the terminal is removed from the slot 3 On the terminal a succession of dialog boxes appear indicating the status of the connection When successfully connected and synchronized the status of the host computer is Conne...

Page 152: ...lashing Green Terminal is in the cradle and communicating with the host computer Slow Flashing Red Error communication did not start Fast Flashing Red Warning Terminal inactivity timeout The terminal did not finish data synchronization or had an open connection for more than 15 minutes This time is programmable in the cradle flash parameters Solid Green Terminal is present in the slot and communic...

Page 153: ...osoft ActiveSync The Microsoft ActiveSync window appears Figure 4 26 ActiveSync Not Connected Note Every terminal should have a unique device name Never try to synchronize more than one terminal to the same name See Device Name Tab on page 3 49 for instructions on changing the device name 3 Ensure that locking tabs on the cable cup are in the open position up 4 Insert the terminal into the cable c...

Page 154: ...nect the cable connector to the serial port 9 Secure the connector to the cable cup by tightening the two connector screws 10 Connect the other end of the USB cable to the USB port on your host computer Figure 4 28 Connecting the Cable Cup to Host Computer 11 Turn on the terminal 12 Upon connection synchronization occurs automatically Connector Screws Rubber Cap USB Cable ...

Page 155: ...the terminal into the cable cup 3 Press down on the two locking tabs 4 Pull on the cable cup to ensure that it is securely seated on the terminal 5 Open the rubber cap covering the serial port 6 Connect the cable connector to the serial port 7 Secure the connector to the cable cup by tightening the two connector screws 8 Connect the other end of the serial cable to the appropriate device Connector...

Page 156: ...a wireless connection 1 Tap the Mobile Companion icon on the task tray Figure 4 29 Mobile Companion Menu 2 Tap Find WLANs The Mobile Companion window appears Figure 4 30 Find WLANs Window 3 The terminal tries to locate Access Points APs in the area When it locates a wireless LAN s the ESSID name displays in the WLAN Profile list 4 Tap the ESSID name and then tap Connect Mobile Companion Icon Mobil...

Page 157: ... select Infrastructure 8 Tap the Encryption tab Figure 4 32 Mobile Companion Encryption Tab 9 Select the encryption algorithm used on the wireless network Open System 40 bit Shared Key 128 bit Shared Key or Kerberos If you select 40 bit Shared Key 128 bit Shared Key or Kerberos enter the required data in the fields that appear in the window See your network administrator for this information ...

Page 158: ...c IP enter the required data in the fields that appear in the window See your network administrator for this information 12 Tap OK 13 Tap OK 14 The Mobile Companion wireless status icon should indicate that the terminal is connected to the AP If the status icon does not indicate that the terminal is connected to the AP see your system administrator 15 Select Start Programs Internet Explorer 16 In ...

Page 159: ...nc 5 8 Remote Desktop 5 9 Connecting to a Terminal Server 5 9 Disconnecting Without Ending a Session 5 9 Disconnecting and Ending a Session 5 10 Internet Explorer 5 11 Browsing the Web 5 11 Setting up a Proxy Server 5 12 Enable Cookies 5 12 Media Player 5 13 ScanSamp2 5 14 Scanning Data Fields 5 14 Scanning Options 5 14 Windows Explorer 5 17 Viewing Files as Icons or Lists 5 17 Creating a New Fold...

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Page 161: ...0 terminal emulation See Terminal on page 5 5 for more information ActiveSync Synchronizes data on the terminal with a host computer See ActiveSync on page 5 6 for more information AirBEAM Client The AirBEAM Client is configured with the server access information the names of the packages to be downloaded and other controlling parameters When the Client is launched the device connects to the speci...

Page 162: ...ta on the terminal with data on the host computer See DataSync on page 5 8 for more information Internet Explorer Views intranet and internet web pages See Internet Explorer on page 5 11 for more information Media Player Plays audio and video files See Media Player on page 5 13 for more information The Media Player is supplied as part of the SDK and can be installed on the terminal ScanSamp2 A sam...

Page 163: ...Enter the telephone number for the remote computer 6 Unless you need to adjust the emulation properties tap OK to connect Note The session you created appears as an icon in the Terminal folder To disconnect select File Cancel Connecting using an Existing Session To connect to an existing session 1 In the Terminal window double tap the icon for the session you want to use When the terminal is conne...

Page 164: ...eSync you can synchronize the information on your desktop computer with the information on terminal Synchronization compares the data on the terminal with your desktop computer and updates both computers with the most recent information ActiveSync automatically connects when the terminal is connected to the host computer If ActiveSync was disconnected start ActiveSync Tap Start Programs ActiveSync...

Page 165: ...lect Copy Open a new Windows Explorer browse to the desired folder on your host computer right click and select Paste Command Prompt Command Prompt is a shell application that looks similar to DOS It is not a DOS emulator but a way to use a command line interface You are limited to 10 different console windows or applications at any given time To use the console 1 Select Start Programs Command Pro...

Page 166: ... and host computer 1 Connect the terminal to the host computer 2 Ensure that ActiveSync is running on the host computer 3 Select Start Programs DataSync The Connection Status window appears Figure 5 4 DataSync Connection Status Window 4 Tap Sync Now Figure 5 5 Data Synchronizing 5 Data will sync between the terminal and host computer ...

Page 167: ...rams Remote Desktop Connection or run MSTSC from the command prompt The initial Remote Desktop Connection window appears Figure 5 6 Remote Desktop Connection Window 2 In the Computer drop down list type a Terminal Server name or TCP IP address or select a server 3 Tap Connect 4 In the next Remote Desktop Connection window type your user name password and domain if required and then tap OK Disconne...

Page 168: ...Terminal Server will continue to execute any running processes Remote Desktop Connection can later reconnect to this same session if your administrator configured Remote Desktop Connection to reconnect to disconnected sessions Disconnecting and Ending a Session To end a session 1 In the Remote Desktop Connection window select Start Shutdown 2 Tap Log Off 3 Tap OK ...

Page 169: ...lorer Browsing the Web To browse the Web 1 Connect to a network using a wireless connection See Connecting to the Internet on a Wireless Network on page 4 36 2 Once connected go to a specific Web page in one of the following ways Select View then Address Bar if the Address bar is not already displayed In the address bar using the soft keyboard or 15 key keypad enter the Web address Press or tap th...

Page 170: ...ed security To set the proxy server settings 1 From the Menu bar select View Options Proxy Server tab 2 Select Use Proxy Server 3 Enter the proxy server address and port For more information see your network administrator 4 To bypass the proxy server for local addresses such as corporate intranet pages select Bypass Proxy for Local Addresses 5 Tap OK Enable Cookies A cookie file contains informati...

Page 171: ...Media Player is supplied as part of the SDK and can be installed on the terminal To open Windows Media Player select Start Programs Media Player Figure 5 8 Media Player Window Tap to play or pause Tap to stop Tap to play previous file Tap to turn volume on and off Slide to control volume Indicates the progress of the current track Tap to play next file ...

Page 172: ... Example Window Scanning Data Fields After a bar code is scanned the following data appears in the scan window Data displays the data encoded in the scanned bar code Type indicates the hex type scanned SRC indicates the scanner being used and the bar code type scanned e g Code 128 Time displays the time the bar code was scanned Scanning Options The following options are available in the Scan windo...

Page 173: ... Tapping the Param button allows you to change options such as scanning feedback parameters beep time length of decode beep beeper frequency tone LED on time length of time LED remains on upon decode Wav File sound of decode beep Code ID AIM Symbol Scan type foreground background monitor Figure 5 11 Parameter Window ...

Page 174: ...mbedded Windows CE NET Tapping Codes allows the selection of the code types the terminal is able to decode and allows you to set the options for each code type Param and Length buttons Figure 5 12 Codes Window Tapping Cancel closes the ScanSamp2 window ...

Page 175: ...bar menu bar and address bar that allows you to navigate organize files on the terminal Viewing Files as Icons or Lists 1 To view icons select View Large Icons or Small Icons 2 To view a list select View Details Creating a New Folder To create a new folder 1 If necessary open the folder where you want the new folder to reside 2 Select File New Folder 3 Enter a name for the new folder 4 Double tap ...

Page 176: ... CE NET Network and Dialup Connections The Network and Dialup Connection is used to access network resources from a remote location First a connection is established with the remote computer and then the Windows CE based device or client can upload and download files ...

Page 177: ...figuration Chapter Contents Introduction 6 3 Mobile Companion 6 3 Finding WLANs 6 5 Status 6 12 Setting Options 6 18 Changing Profiles 6 19 Editing a Profile 6 20 Creating a New Profile 6 20 Deleting a Profile 6 20 Ordering Profiles 6 20 ...

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Page 179: ... PPT 8846 terminal Network Adapter settings and Spectrum24 settings configure and monitor the wireless connection The Mobile Companion icon appears in the task tray and indicates terminal signal strength as follows Mobile Companion The Mobile Companion utility is used to configure the terminal s wireless network settings The Mobile Companion utility starts automatically and appears as an icon on t...

Page 180: ...enu Item Description Status Displays the current status and information for the wireless connection Signal tab displays radio signal transmission strength from the adapter using its current profile to the associated AP Info tab displays software driver firmware hardware and country information for the current profile IP Status tab displays network address information Ping tab displays signal stren...

Page 181: ...to add edit and delete profiles Find WLANs Displays a list of those Spectrum24 networks APs and networked peers available to the terminal for association The networks are listed by their ESSID To the right of each network is a signal strength icon Networks with a signal strength of Good three green bars out of five or better should be considered for connection Tap a network and tap Connect to inte...

Page 182: ... 3 The Profile Name and 802 11 ESSID fields are populated with the name and WLAN identifier of the network connection You can change the Profile Name if desired Use the Profile Name field to enter the name of the terminal profile used to transmit with either an AP or another networked computer The ESSID is the 802 11 Extended Service Set Identifier The ESSID is 32 character maximum string identify...

Page 183: ... to information theft Encryption is an efficient method of preventing data theft and improving data security Infrastructure Select Infrastructure to enable the terminal to transmit and receive data with an AP Infrastructure is the terminal default mode when Mobile Companion initially displays Ad Hoc Select Ad Hoc to enable the terminal to form its own local network where terminals communicate peer...

Page 184: ...ng transmitted over the network 40 bit Shared Key Select 40 bit encryption and enter a 10 digit hex encryption key Tap Reset Keys to set the encryption key to the default values 128 bit Shared Key Select 128 bit encryption and enter a 26 digit hex encryption key The 128 bit encryption option provides a higher level of security than 40 bit encryption while maintaining an 11 Mbps data rate Tap Reset...

Page 185: ...26 character string to be used as the WEP algorithm Tap OK The AP transforms the Passkey string into a set of four WEP keys using MD5 algorithms and displays them in the WEP fields These are the new WEP keys for the terminal profile Once displayed in the WEP key fields the adapter profile behaves as if the keys were entered manually Kerberos Kerberos is a different form of 128 bit data security wh...

Page 186: ... a network identifier and a host identifier Enter the IP address as a dotted decimal notation with the decimal value of each octet separated by a period for example 192 168 7 27 Subnet Mask Most TCP IP networks use subnets in order to effectively manage routed IP addresses Having an organization s network divided into subnets allows it to be connected to the Internet with a single shared network a...

Page 187: ...AP power level Automatic is the default mode for terminals operating in Infrastructure mode Select Power Plus to set the terminal transmission power one level higher than the level set for the AP In Ad Hoc mode there are five transmission power options Select Maximum power to set the terminal to the highest transmission power level Select Maximum power when operating in highly reflective environme...

Page 188: ...n a real time analysis of network usage The Automatic Power Saving Mode is the default setting and extends the operating time before the battery is recharged The Manual Power Saving Mode allows you to select a performance level suited to intended operation There are six settings ranging from the Best Network Performance using the most battery power to Acceptable Network Performance using the least...

Page 189: ...eacons and improve the signal Txmit Retries Transmit Retries Displays the number of data packets retransmitted by the terminal The fewer transmit retries the stronger the signal As long as the LED to the right of the graph is green the AP association is not jeopardized If the LED is red an association with a different AP could be warranted to reduce the amount of transmit retries and improve the s...

Page 190: ...on Displays the terminal s software driver firmware and hardware versions as well as country information This data is consistent for the terminal regardless of which terminal profile is the current profile Current Status Displays the terminal s current Profile Name ESSID and Encryption mode Terminal performance is displayed using a verbal indicator of signal strength Terminal operating information...

Page 191: ...e address of the source and destination networks and the particular machine within the network associated with the user or host computer at each end This address is called the IP address Each node on the IP network must be assigned a unique IP address that is made up of a network identifier and a host identifier Enter the IP address as a dotted decimal notation with the decimal value of each octet...

Page 192: ...d for each test The associated AP MAC address is also displayed The signal strength level and the data transmission rate are displayed in real time bar graphs DNS The Domain Name System DNS is a distributed Internet directory service DNS is used mostly to translate domain names and IP addresses It is also used to control Internet e mail delivery Most Internet service requires DNS to operate proper...

Page 193: ...f the icon when the Set Mandatory option has been selected Selecting Set Roaming allows the terminal to roam to any AP with a better signal These settings are temporary and never saved to the registry Tap Refresh to update the list of the APs with the same ESSID A signal strength value of 32 is the highest possible The APs tab only displays when Infrastructure is selected as the terminal operating...

Page 194: ... temporary settings Figure 6 14 Mobile Companion Option Settings 1 Select the Access AP networks checkbox to display available AP networks and their signal strength within the Available WLAN Networks tab These are the APs available to the terminal profile for association If this option was previously disabled refresh the Available WLAN Networks tab to display the AP networks available to the termi...

Page 195: ...hen Mobile Companion initially displays the password is off by default 5 To create a password tap Change Password Figure 6 15 Mobile Companion Change Password 6 Enter a case sensitive password 10 characters maximum in the Current Password field and tap OK To change the current password enter the current password in the Current Password field and enter a new password in the New Password and Confirm...

Page 196: ...he ESSID and operating mode can be changed for the profile Use the Encryption IP Config and Power tabs as necessary to edit the profile power consumption and security parameters Creating a New Profile Tap New to display the Mode tab wherein the profile name and ESSID can be set Use the Encryption IP Config and Power tabs as required to set security network address information and power consumption...

Page 197: ...th Device s 7 13 Bonding with Discovered Device s 7 17 View Device Properties 7 19 Setting Up A Favorite Device 7 21 Change Views 7 22 Deleting a Device 7 24 Bluetooth Communications 7 25 Dial up to Your Network 7 25 Bluetooth ActiveSync 7 30 ActiveSync with a Favorite Computer 7 31 ActiveSync with a Discovered Computer 7 32 ActiveSync with Undiscovered Computer 7 33 Bluetooth LAN Access 7 36 Conn...

Page 198: ...te Device 7 42 Prepare for File Transfer 7 42 Send Receive File or Folder 7 44 Create a Folder 7 44 Delete a File or Folder 7 45 Refresh Remote View 7 47 Connecting or Disconnecting to a Remote Device 7 47 Exit Bluetooth File Explorer 7 48 Receiving a File or Contact 7 48 Enable File Sharing 7 49 Bluetooth Printing 7 49 ...

Page 199: ...bled devices such as phones printers access points APs and other terminals Turning Bluetooth On and Off Turn off the Bluetooth radio to save power or if entering an area with radio restrictions e g an airplane 1 Tap the Bluetooth icon Turn Transmitter OFF Figure 7 1 Bluetooth Menu Turn Transmitter Off ...

Page 200: ... relevant menu options Figure 7 2 Bluetooth Menu Turning Transmitter On 3 To turn the Bluetooth radio transmitter back on tap the gray Bluetooth icon 4 Select Turn Transmitter ON Note When the terminal is placed in suspend mode the Bluetooth radio turns off When the terminal resumes it take 10 seconds for the Bluetooth radio driver to re initialize the radio ...

Page 201: ...ne time setup process that prepares the terminal and a Bluetooth enabled phone for connection The wizard varies depending on the phone Ericsson Nokia 6210 NTT DoCoMo Sony Phones 1 Tap the Bluetooth icon Get Connected The Get Connected Wizard window appears Figure 7 3 Get Connected Wizard Window ...

Page 202: ...th phone The wizard provides tailored instructions based on the selection Tap Next 4 The next window s vary and provide instructions for preparing the phone for Bluetooth connections Some or all of the following may need to be performed Naming the Bluetooth phone Setting the Bluetooth phone in discoverable mode Preparing a Bluetooth passkey Figure 7 5 Get Connected Wizard Windows ...

Page 203: ...t Connected Select Device Window 6 Select the phone to connect to and tap Select A service discovery phase begins which lasts for about 5 to 10 seconds 7 As prompted in the next window prepare the phone for bonding For instructions on setting the phone to Bondable or Pairable mode refer to the phone s user manual Have the passkey ready then tap Next The Passkey Required window appears Figure 7 7 E...

Page 204: ...e requests to bond select 2 Add to paired devices Do not tap ACCEPT 10 Tap Finish After successfully connecting the phone appears in the Bluetooth Devices folder In the Today screen the Bluetooth icon blinks Note You may also switch between different phones by assigning a new favorite phone in the Bluetooth Devices folder Motorola Timeport 270C Nokia 3650 6310 7650 8910 8910i 1 Tap the Bluetooth i...

Page 205: ...tailored instructions based on the selection Tap Next 4 The next window s vary and provide instructions for preparing the phone for Bluetooth connections Some or all of the following may need to be performed Naming the Bluetooth phone Setting the Bluetooth phone in Discoverable mode Preparing a Bluetooth passkey Figure 7 10 Get Connected Wizard Windows ...

Page 206: ...indow 6 Select the phone to connect to and tap Select A service discovery phase begins which lasts for about 5 to 10 seconds 7 The next two screens describe procedures you can only complete after the wizard is completed Read through each screen but do not complete the described procedures until you exit the wizard 8 Continue to the last screen of the wizard and tap Finish See Bonding with Discover...

Page 207: ...8860 1 Tap the Bluetooth icon Advanced Features My Bluetooth Device The Device Manager window appears Figure 7 12 Device Manager General Tab 2 In the Friendly Name field enter a name for the terminal Note In normal phone connect operation Discoverable mode is not needed and should be disabled If you do enable Discoverable mode e g for ActiveSync note that it does not shut off by itself To save pow...

Page 208: ...checkbox to enable other Bluetooth device to connect to the terminal Note Check Use Authentication to enable the Use Encryption option 6 Select the Use Encryption checkbox to enable other Bluetooth device to connect to the terminal 7 Tap OK Assigning COM Ports To communicate with Bluetooth phones printers APs computers and FAXs the appropriate COM ports must be enabled 1 Tap Bluetooth icon Advance...

Page 209: ...p Bluetooth icon Advanced Features My Bluetooth Device Object Sharing tab Figure 7 14 Device Manager Object Sharing Tab 2 In the My Shared Folder field enter the directory where shared files reside The directory path cannot end with 3 Tap OK Discovering Bluetooth Device s Use the Bluetooth Device Discovery wizard to discover other Bluetooth devices nearby The Bluetooth Device Discovery wizard is a...

Page 210: ...ows CE NET 1 Tap the Bluetooth icon Advanced Features Bluetooth Devices The Bluetooth Devices window appears Figure 7 15 Bluetooth Devices Window 2 Select Tools Device Discovery The Discovery window appears Figure 7 16 Bluetooth Device Discovery Window 3 Tap Next ...

Page 211: ...uetooth 4 Select the device type to search for Figure 7 17 Select Bluetooth Device to Search For 5 Tap Next 6 The terminal searches for Bluetooth devices in the area Figure 7 18 Searching for Bluetooth Devices ...

Page 212: ...iscovered Bluetooth devices Figure 7 19 Discovered Bluetooth Devices 8 Select the checkbox next to the device s 9 Tap Next 10 A service discovery phase begins which last about 5 to 10 seconds per chosen device When completed the Congratulations window appears Figure 7 20 Bluetooth Device Discovery Congratulations Window 11 Tap Finish ...

Page 213: ...communications with a Bluetooth enabled phone This is a more detailed alternative to using the Bluetooth Get Connected Wizard Caution Do not bond with a Motorola Timeport 270C or Nokia 6310 phones Do not use this method to bond with a printer 1 Tap the Bluetooth icon Select Advanced Features Bluetooth Devices Figure 7 21 Bluetooth Devices Window 2 Tap the device icon ...

Page 214: ...elect Device Bond The Bluetooth Device Bonding window appears Figure 7 22 Bluetooth Bonding Window 4 Tap Next Note Ensure that the Bluetooth device you want to bond with is in Bondable mode Refer to the device s user documentation Figure 7 23 BT Device Manager Window 5 Tap Next ...

Page 215: ...ord Required Window 7 In the Bluetooth passkey field enter the passkey 8 Tap Reply 9 If required enter the passkey on the other Bluetooth device 10 When you have successfully bonded with the other device tap Finish Figure 7 25 Bonding Complete Window View Device Properties To view the properties of an already discovered device ...

Page 216: ...dow 2 Select a device 3 Select Device Properties The Bluetooth Devices Property window appears Figure 7 27 Bluetooth Devices Property Window 4 Use the General and Services tabs to view device properties 5 If needed assign a new device type icon by tapping on the arrow buttons in the General tab You can also use the Device name field to rename the device When done tap OK for the setting to take eff...

Page 217: ... default devices in the Bluetooth Devices folder 1 Tap the Bluetooth icon Advanced Features Bluetooth Devices The Device Manager appears Figure 7 28 Device Manager 2 Select Tools My Favorites The My Favorites window appears Figure 7 29 My Favorites Window ...

Page 218: ...nd the tab you need 4 To select a favorite device select Use the favorite selected above radio button 5 In the drop down list select your device 6 Tap OK After setting a device as your favorite its icon appears in the Bluetooth Devices window with a heart next to it Change Views To switch between the large icons or details views in the Bluetooth Devices window 1 Tap the Bluetooth icon Advanced Fea...

Page 219: ...7 23 Bluetooth Figure 7 31 Details View Note In Details view scroll right to see the current Bonded status ...

Page 220: ...ith a device delete it from the Bluetooth Devices window 1 Tap the Bluetooth icon Advanced Features Bluetooth Devices The Bluetooth Device window appears Figure 7 32 Bluetooth Device Window 2 Select the device to delete 3 Select Device Delete 4 A Confirm dialog appears Tap Yes Figure 7 33 Delete Device Confirmation Dialog Box ...

Page 221: ... to create a new Bluetooth connection Before setting up dial up networking obtain dial up information and other necessary settings for your office network or ISP 1 Tap Start Settings Control Panel double tap Network and Dial up icon The Connections window appears Figure 7 34 Connection Window ...

Page 222: ... New or double tap the Make New Connection icon The Make New Connection window appears Figure 7 35 Make New Connection Window 3 In the Type a name for the connection field enter a name 4 Tap Next Figure 7 36 Select a Modem Window 5 In the Select a modem drop down list select Bluetooth Phone ...

Page 223: ...e Figure 7 37 Device Properties Port Settings Tab 7 In the Baud Rate drop down list select 115200 8 Tap Call Options tab Figure 7 38 Device Properties Call Options Tab 9 Uncheck Wait for dial tone before dialing checkbox 10 Tap OK ...

Page 224: ...enter any special network settings for your office network or ISP Figure 7 39 TCP IP Settings Window 12 Tap OK 13 Tap NEXT 14 Enter the dial up number for your office network or ISP 15 Tap Finish Note If you plan to travel or change area codes often tap use dialing rules to configure different dialing locations ...

Page 225: ...4 16 digit passkey then enter it on the terminal c After successfully bonding with the phone you may want to set up your phone to automatically bond with your terminal without requiring a passkey every time This option is available with some Motorola and Nokia phones See Automatic Connection on page 7 39 20 To use a different Bluetooth phone for dial up networking you can use the same connection s...

Page 226: ...h enabled notebook or host computer with ActiveSync installed The procedures vary depending upon if you ActiveSync with a favorite computer ActiveSync with a discovered computer ActiveSync with an un discovered computer Ensure that ActiveSync on the desktop is set to the proper com port Determine what com port the Bluetooth device is set to on the desktop Figure 7 41 Sample Bluetooth Configuration...

Page 227: ...Favorite Computer To ActiveSync with a computer that the terminal discovered and is a favorite 1 Tap Bluetooth icon Bluetooth ActiveSync 2 The terminal automatically tries to connect to the favorite computer 3 The Connect To dialog appears indicating that it is trying to connect to wireless ActiveSync Figure 7 43 Connecting to Host ...

Page 228: ...ost 5 Now you are ready to synchronize files ActiveSync with a Discovered Computer To ActiveSync with a computer that the terminal discovered but is not a favorite 1 Tap Bluetooth icon Bluetooth ActiveSync The Bluetooth Devices window appears Figure 7 45 Bluetooth Devices Window 2 Choose a computer from the list and tap Select or tap Find to search for another computer ...

Page 229: ...igure 7 46 Connecting to Host 4 After a successful connection is made the status dialog indicates Connected Figure 7 47 Connected to Host 5 Now you are ready to synchronize files ActiveSync with Undiscovered Computer To ActiveSync with a computer that the terminal has not discovered ...

Page 230: ... A Bluetooth device search automatically begins Figure 7 48 Searching for Bluetooth Devices 2 Choose a computer from the list and tap Select If the computer is not listed make sure the computer is discoverable and tap Refresh to search again Figure 7 49 Select ActiveSync Device 3 The service discovery phase begins ...

Page 231: ... attempts to connect to the selected host computer Figure 7 50 Connecting to Host 5 After a successful connection is made the status dialog indicates Connected Figure 7 51 Connected to Host 6 Now you are ready to synchronize files ...

Page 232: ...ect with an un discovered AP Connecting to a Favorite Access Point To communicate with a favorite AP 1 Tap the Bluetooth icon Bluetooth LAN Access A screen appears that allows you to choose which AP to connect to in your Bluetooth Devices folder 2 Choose an AP from the list and tap Select 3 If you would like to save the new AP to your Bluetooth Devices manager check Save selection for future use N...

Page 233: ...ected Figure 7 53 Connected to LAN 7 You are now ready to access your LAN for Internet and file access Connecting to a Discovered Access Point To communicate with an AP that the terminal discovered but is not a favorite 1 Tap the Bluetooth icon Bluetooth LAN Access 2 The terminal tries to connect automatically to the favorite AP Figure 7 54 Connecting to Favorite LAN 3 A screen appears that allows...

Page 234: ...icated Connected Figure 7 55 Connected to LAN 6 You are now ready to access your LAN for Internet and file access Connecting to an Undiscovered Access Point To connect to an AP that the terminal has not discovered 1 Tap the Bluetooth icon Bluetooth LAN Access 2 The terminal automatically searches for new Bluetooth devices Figure 7 56 Searching for Bluetooth Devices 3 After the search is complete s...

Page 235: ...u are ready to access your LAN for Internet access files etc Automatic Connection Some Bluetooth enabled phones let you set up automatic connections with devices they have successfully bonded with without requiring you to manually enter a password every time you try to connect To set up automatic connections between your phone and your terminal follow the appropriate instructions below for your sp...

Page 236: ...ould be highlighted Press Select d The Bluetooth option should be highlighted Press Options e The Open option should be highlighted Press Select f Scroll to the right tab to access the Paired devices list Highlight your terminal then press Options g Scroll to Set as authorised then press Select h In the confirmation screen press Yes 3 Nokia 6310 8910 8910i a On the phone press MENU b Scroll to 10 ...

Page 237: ...n exchange initiated by another Bluetooth device Sending a File To send a file to another Bluetooth device 1 Ensure the other Bluetooth device is set up to receive a file It must support the OBEX Object Push server profile Refer to the documentation that came with the device for instructions 2 Tap the Bluetooth icon Transfer via Bluetooth Send a File 3 If the terminal has no devices in the Bluetoo...

Page 238: ...X File Transfer server profile This section covers the following file transfer operations Prepare for file transfer Send receive file s or folder s Create a folder Delete file s or folder s Refresh remote view Connect disconnect Exit the program Note Local device refers to the terminal you are running the Socket OBEX from Remote device refers to the Bluetooth device you are trying to transfer file...

Page 239: ...ap Select If the desired device is not listed tap Find 5 The terminal begins to establish a file sharing connection 6 After the devices successfully connect the Bluetooth File Explorer appears Figure 7 60 Bluetooth File Explorer Window 7 Half of the window shows contents of the remote device while the other half shows contents of your terminal the local device The very bottom of the window display...

Page 240: ... There are two different ways to initiate the transfer a Select File Send to remote or Get from remote as applicable The inappropriate option should be gray b Tap the Send to remote icon or Get from remote icon as applicable The inappropriate icon should be gray 4 A dialog box reports the status of the transfer 5 After the transfer a copy of each selected item appears in the other device Create a ...

Page 241: ...er a name for the new folder Figure 7 62 Create New Folder 4 Tap OK Figure 7 63 New Folder in File Explorer 5 The new folder should be listed under the appropriate device Delete a File or Folder To delete a file or folder ...

Page 242: ...e You can only delete item s from one device at a time 2 Select File Remote device or Local device wherever the item s are located then select Delete remote item s or Delete local item s as applicable Figure 7 64 Delete a File or Folder 3 In the Confirm dialog tap Yes Figure 7 65 Confirm File or Folder Deletion ...

Page 243: ...e remote device 3 After a few seconds the view of the contents of the remote device refreshes Connecting or Disconnecting to a Remote Device To connect to the remote device 1 Ensure the remote device has file sharing enabled 2 Select Device Select Connect or tap the Connect icon Figure 7 66 Connecting to a Remote Device ...

Page 244: ...th File Explorer To exit the Bluetooth File Explorer select File Exit Receiving a File or Contact Note To view a contact from another device a 3rd party business card viewer application is required To receive a file or contact from another Bluetooth device 1 Tap the Bluetooth icon Transfer via Bluetooth Receive Contact or File 2 The Receive Contact or Receive File status screen appears Your mobile...

Page 245: ...ssfully connecting to the remote device the screen reports Connected 4 If two minutes passes before you connect tap Wait Again 5 File sharing is enabled until you tap Cancel Bluetooth Printing Printing to a Bluetooth printer requires a print enabled application to be installed on the terminal To print to a printer 1 Ensure that the terminal s COM port for printing is enabled See Assigning COM Port...

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Page 247: ...tallation on Development PC Chapter Contents Introduction 8 3 Before You Install the SDK 8 3 Symbol Windows CE SDK 8 3 Installing the SDK on the Development PC 8 4 Installing the SDK 8 4 Installing Other Development Software 8 4 ...

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Page 249: ...MB RAM 100 MB available hard disk space CD ROM drive One available serial port Mouse Also ensure the drive you are installing to accepts long filenames larger than the 8 3 filename convention Before You Install the SDK Before you install the Symbol Windows CE SDK for PPT 8800 install the following tools Microsoft eMbedded Visual Tools 4 0 Microsoft ActiveSync version 3 5 or higher Adobe Acrobat Re...

Page 250: ...mbol Web site www symbol com Follow the installation prompts Once installation of the SDK is complete use eMbedded Visual C or eMbedded Visual Basic to view the active Windows CE configuration Microsoft Pocket PC and display the directory in which the SDK is installed Installing Other Development Software Developing applications for the PPT 8800 may require installing other development software su...

Page 251: ... the Build Fails 9 11 Sending the Hex Image 9 11 Connecting the Terminal and Development PC 9 12 Set Up IPL to Receive the File 9 12 Beginning the Send in TCM 9 15 Error Messages 9 20 IPL Error Detection 9 20 TCM Error Messages 9 22 Creating and Loading a Splash Screen 9 22 Loading the Splash Screen via TCM 9 23 Flash Storage 9 24 FFS Partitions 9 24 Working with FFS Partitions 9 24 RegMerge dll 9...

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Page 253: ... from a drive directory to the script rename and delete files in the script etc Upon building the image TCM adds all the files directories and scripts referenced in the script to the image The SDK includes a number of standard scripts and demos samples for you to use as a base for creating your own scripts These scripts can be found in the SYMSDK TCMScripts directory Note Before you create a scrip...

Page 254: ...k on the TCM icon in the SYMSDK group The following window appears displaying two directory windows Script1 and File Explorer Figure 9 1 TCM Window Each directory window is split the left half or pane of the window displays the directory tree for the current drive and the right half displays the directory contents for the current drive ...

Page 255: ...Script Window consists of two panes the Directory Tree Pane on the left and the Directory Contents Pane on the right Subordinate directories and files of each volume are listed in the Directory Contents Pane File Explorer A read only source window for files and or directories to include in the script being built Tool Bar Contains the tools illustrated below for taking action on a script Create a n...

Page 256: ...nd the memory configuration of each disk volume To define the script properties 1 With TCM open click on the Script Window to make it the active window 2 Under the Script menu select the Properties option OR Click on from the tool bar The SCRIPT PROPERTIES window displays Figure 9 2 Script Properties Window 3 From the Terminal drop down list select PPT8800 32M 4 From the Disks drop down list selec...

Page 257: ...ion to change the memory configuration of the second and third volumes To do so click on the up or down arrow for either of the volumes until the memory configuration of each is set to the desired value You will notice that as you change the values for one of the volumes the other volume is automatically changed accordingly 6 For each disk volume determine the Read Write access option The Script F...

Page 258: ...ing files and directories to that script save the script Each process is described in the sections that follow Opening a New or Existing Script Scripts are created in the Script window To open a new script From the File menu choose New OR Click on from the tool bar To open an existing script e g a standard script provided in the SDK From the File menu choose Open Navigate to the Symbol Windows CE ...

Page 259: ...iple files and directories 4 Drag and drop the selected file s and or directory from File Explorer to the target directory in the Script window OR Click on the target directory and select the File Explorer Copy icon from the toolbar Saving the Script To save the changes to a new script 1 From the File menu choose Save As OR Click on from the toolbar 2 Enter the path and filename TCM appends a TCM ...

Page 260: ...s bootable TCM verifies that the boot files are available Note Performing a check is more important for previously existing scripts to ensure that files referenced in the script are still in the designated locations To check a script 1 In the Script window select the script 2 Save the script if not already saved 3 From the Script menu choose Check OR Click on from the toolbar 4 TCM verifies that f...

Page 261: ...lays a message indicating which file s are missing If the total amount of flash required by the script exceeds the image size a TCM error results To correct this reduce the number of files in the volume or make the disk non bootable Refer to Defining Script Properties on page 9 6 for more information on setting the image size appropriately Sending the Hex Image Once the hex file is built you are r...

Page 262: ...ingle Slot Serial Cradle p n CRD8800 1000S Four Slot Serial Charging Cradle p n CRD8800 4000S Set Up IPL to Receive the File To set up IPL on the terminal to receive the files being downloaded via TCM 1 Hard reset the terminal and replace the back cover See Performing a Hard Reset on page 2 15 2 On the 6 key Standard keypad simultaneously press and hold the F1 and the F4 keys then press and releas...

Page 263: ...sizes are changed you must download a new partition table before selecting a baud rate 5 Use the Up and Down Scroll buttons to select the appropriate baud rate then press the Enter button Auto Select is the default and is selected if no other selection is made within 10 seconds IPL VER X XX IPL Key Sequence 115 200 57 600 38 400 19 200 9600 Auto Baud Press Up Down to select Baud Rate Action to Con...

Page 264: ...re selecting a partition 7 Use the up and down scroll buttons to select the partition to be received then press the Enter button When downloading more than one hex file if is recommended that they be downloaded in the following order Partition Table Splash Screen Application partition Platform partition Operating system IPL IPL VER X XX IPL Key Sequence Windows CE Platform Application Splash Scree...

Page 265: ...X displays the selection chosen from the Baud Rate Menu in step 5 This screen continues to display until the first character of the image to be downloaded is received from the host While this screen is displayed pressing the Enter button returns the IPL to the Main Menu Beginning the Send in TCM On the development PC IPL VER X XX Partition Name Waiting for Data at Baud Rate XXX XXX Press Action to...

Page 266: ...on Settings window and ensure that the Allow serial cable or infrared connection to this COM port checkbox is disabled Figure 9 7 ActiveSync Connection Settings Window 2 In TCM select the script 3 From the File menu choose Load Terminal OR Click on from the toolbar The Load Terminal Dialog window appears ...

Page 267: ...on Table Splash Screen Application partition Platform partition Operating system IPL 5 From the Comm Port drop down list select the COM port being used Ports already in use display in the Unavailable ports field 6 From the Baud Rate drop down list select the appropriate baud rate Your options are 2400 4800 9600 19200 38400 57600 115200 7 From the Protocol drop down list select NONE 8 Insert the te...

Page 268: ...ded was set to first erase the flash the message Pre Erasing Flash first appears before downloading begins This screen indicates that the area selected in the Main Menu is currently downloading and displays until an entire image is received or until an error is detected As more data is received the Receiving screen is updated to reflect the current status IPL VER X XX Partition Name Downloading Da...

Page 269: ...ely returns to the Waiting for Data screen to wait for the next image If any other selection was made on the Main Menu IPL stays at the Success screen until you press the ENTER button Once the screen is acknowledged IPL returns to the Main Menu to wait for a new selection 3 Hard reset the terminal see Performing a Hard Reset on page 2 15 when all partitions are downloaded successfully 4 On the dev...

Page 270: ...t the data is received correctly If an error is detected IPL immediately aborts the download and reports the error on the terminal Figure 9 11 IPL Error Message This screen displays until you press Enter Once the screen is acknowledged IPL returns to the Main Menu screen to wait for a new selection IPL VER X XX Download Failed Error Condition Press Action to return to Main Menu ...

Page 271: ...tion code of the Header record downloaded does not match the index of that partition this error occurs Image Too Big The size of the image is also part of the Header record If the data to be written exceeds the size of the partition as indicated in the partition table this error occurs Incorrect Byte Count Image data is processed until the End Of File EOF Record Type 01 record is received This err...

Page 272: ...rtition must be an integral multiple of the FFSSectorSizeInBytes specified by the ini file When the user enters a partition size TCM rounds up to the next highest integral multiple of the sector size and displays this value in the partition table grid This error check is made upon value entry independent of the Execute button Error Image Larger than Partition If the required size of the binary ima...

Page 273: ...via TCM To load the bitmap 1 Open the TCM application 2 Connect the terminal to the development PC and invoke IPL to prepare the terminal to receive the splash screen download see Set Up IPL to Receive the File on page 9 12 3 Select Load Terminal from the File menu on the development PC 4 Select your splash screen Hex file to begin downloading to the terminal 5 Close the TCM application ...

Page 274: ... supplied programs and Dynamic Link Libraries DLLs This FFS is configured to include DLLs that control system operation Since these drivers are required for basic terminal operation only experienced users should modify the content of this partition Application The Application FFS partition is used to store application programs needed to operate the terminal Working with FFS Partitions Because the ...

Page 275: ...g files in these folders until all folders are checked This allows folders later in the list to override folders earlier in the list This way it is possible to override Registry changes made by the Platforms partitions folders Take care when using Regmerge to make Registry changes The SDK contains examples of reg files Note Regmerge only merges the reg files on hard resets The merge process is ski...

Page 276: ... stored on Flash devices If necessary the entire OS image may be downloaded to the terminal using files provided by Symbol The current OS partition on the terminal is included as part of the TCM installation package Any upgrades must be obtained from Symbol This partition is mandatory for the PPT 8800 Splash Screen a bitmap displayed as the terminal hard resets You may download a customized screen...

Page 277: ...ingle xip file exe file a zip file or a Setup exe file 3 Read any installation instructions Read Me files or documentation that comes with the program Many programs provide special installation instructions 4 Connect your terminal to the host computer 5 Double click the exe file on the host computer If the file is an installer the installation wizard begins Follow the directions on the window Once...

Page 278: ... in Processor field 2 Download the program to your terminal from the Internet using Pocket Internet Explorer You may see a single xip exe zip file or a Setup exe file 3 Read any installation instructions Read Me files or documentation that comes with the program Many programs provide special installation instructions 4 Tap the file such as a xip or exe file to launch the installation wizard Follow...

Page 279: ...rt Client 10 4 AirBEAM Smart License 10 4 Configuring the AirBEAM Smart Client 10 4 Packages 1 Tab 10 5 Packages 2 Tab 10 5 Server Tab 10 6 Misc 1 Tab 10 7 Misc 2 Tab 10 9 Misc 3 Tab 10 10 Synchronizing with the Server 10 10 Manual Synchronization 10 11 Automatic Synchronization 10 11 AirBEAM Staging 10 12 ...

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Page 281: ...nt Product Reference Guide AirBEAM Package Builder In a typical distributed AirBEAM system software to be transferred is organized into packages In general an AirBEAM package is simply a set of files that are assigned attributes both as an entire package and as individual component files The package is assigned a version number and the transfer occurs when an updated version is available An AirBEA...

Page 282: ...version synchronization functionality is enabled through a license key file that is stored on the client device The license key file can be built into AirBEAM Smart Client s image or downloaded in a special AirBEAM package The AirBEAM Smart license key file contains a unique key and a customer specific banner that is displayed when the AirBEAM Smart Client version synchronization logic is invoked ...

Page 283: ...onal field Package 2 Package name of the second of eight packages This is an optional field Package 3 Package name of the third of eight packages This is an optional field Package 4 Package name of the fourth of eight packages This is an optional field Field Description Package 5 Package name of the fifth of eight packages This is an optional field Package 6 Package name of the sixth of eight pack...

Page 284: ...a dot notation format Directory The directory on the server that contains the AirBEAM package definition files All AirBEAM package definition files are retrieved from this directory during the package synchronization process User The FTP user name that is used during the login phase of the package synchronization process Password The FTP password that corresponds to the FTP user specified in the U...

Page 285: ...BEAM Smart Client is invoked automatically during the boot sequence The package synchronization process is started automatically The Synchronization Dialog box is displayed but the user is not required to tap OK when the process is complete The Synchronization Dialog box terminates automatically Background the AirBEAM Smart Client is invoked automatically during the boot sequence The package synch...

Page 286: ...me Package 1 Package 2 Package 3 and Package 4 are appended as is when building the name for the server package definition file When this feature is disabled a standard file path separator is used to separate the server directory Directory and package name Package 1 Package 2 Package 3 and Package 4 when building the name for the server package definition file In addition an apd extension is appen...

Page 287: ... use Test This checkbox specifies whether the AirBEAM Smart Client tests to determine if a file is in use before downloading If the In use Test feature is enabled the AirBEAM Smart Client downloads a temporary copy of any files that are in use If any temporary in use files are downloaded the AirBEAM Smart Client automatically resets the client to complete the copy of the in use files If the In use...

Page 288: ...r or automatically Field Description Use DHCP server This checkbox control specifies whether the AirBEAM Smart Client uses the DHCP response option 66 to specify the IP address of the FTP TFTP server If enabled special RF network registry settings are required to force the DHCP server to return the TFTP server name field option 66 The special RF network registry settings are included but commented...

Page 289: ...ns inactive until the synchronization process is complete Tap Retry to restart the synchronization process This button is activated only if there is an error during the synchronization process Automatic Synchronization The AirBEAM Smart Client can be configured to launch automatically using the Misc 1 Preference tab see Misc 1 Tab on page 10 7 When setting automatic synchronization use the Auto lo...

Page 290: ...onfiguration to a known set of values and launching the AirBEAM Smart package download logic A staging environment including an RF network FTP server and AirBEAM packages must be setup Ideally a staging network and server should be setup to match the default AirBEAM Staging client configuration The AirBEAM Smart staging utility is invoked by selecting Start Programs AirBEAM Staging The AirBEAM Sta...

Page 291: ...ng Chapter Contents Introduction 11 3 Safely Maintaining the PPT 8800 11 3 Terminal and Cradle Connector Cleaning Guidelines 11 4 Required Materials 11 4 Cleaning the Terminal Connector 11 4 Cleaning the Cradle Connector 11 7 Troubleshooting 11 10 ...

Page 292: ...11 2 PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE NET ...

Page 293: ...ket calculator or other small electronic instrument The touch sensitive screen of your terminal contains glass Take care not to drop your terminal or subject it to strong impact Protect your terminal from temperature extremes Do not leave it on the dashboard of a car on a hot day and keep it away from heat sources Do not store or use your terminal in any location that is extremely dusty damp or we...

Page 294: ...ning label on compressed air and alcohol products before using and ALWAYS wear eye protection Cleaning the Terminal Connector To clean the terminal connector follow the steps below 1 Remove the main battery from the terminal 2 Replace the battery cover see Installing the Main Battery on page 1 7 3 Dip the cotton portion of the cotton tipped applicator in isopropyl alcohol 4 Insert the cotton porti...

Page 295: ...three times 7 Remove the cotton tipped applicator from the connector Note The cotton tipped applicator dipped in alcohol can also be used to scrub off any grease and dirt near the connector area 8 Using a dry cotton tipped applicator repeat steps 3 5 9 Spray compressed air in the connector area by pointing the tube nozzle approximately 1 2 inch away from the surface Figure 11 3 Air Spray Terminal ...

Page 296: ...T WARNING Do not point the tube nozzle at yourself and others Ensure the tube or nozzle is away from your face 10 Inspect the area for any grease or dirt 11 Repeat steps 3 9 as required 12 Ensure there is no lint left by the cotton tipped applicator 13 Remove lint if found ...

Page 297: ...ble 2 Position the cradle as shown in Figure 11 4 Figure 11 4 Preparing the Cradle 3 Dip the cotton portion of the cotton tipped applicator in isopropyl alcohol 4 Scrub the cotton portion of the cotton tipped applicator along the pins as shown in Figure 11 5 slowly moving back and forth from one side of the connector to the other Figure 11 5 Cleaning the Cradle Connector Pins ...

Page 298: ...11 6 Figure 11 6 Cleaning the Cradle Connector 6 Spray compressed air in the connector area by pointing the tube nozzle approximately 1 2 inch away from the surface Figure 11 7 Air Spray Cradle Connector WARNING Do not point the tube nozzle at yourself and others Ensure the tube or nozzle is away from your face 7 Ensure there is no lint left by the cotton tipped applicator 8 Remove lint if found ...

Page 299: ...for the alcohol to air dry before apply power to cradle Note If temperature is low and humidity is high longer drying time is needed Warm and dry requires less drying time DO NOT PLACE PRODUCTS IN AN OVEN OR UNDER HEAT LAMPS WARNING Avoid exposing this product to contact with hot oil or other flammable liquids If such exposure occurs unplug the unit and clean the product immediately in accordance ...

Page 300: ...e battery If your terminal still does not operate try a soft reset then a hard reset See Resetting the Terminal on page 2 15 Terminal removed from cradle while battery was charging Insert terminal in cradle and begin charging The lithium ion battery requires 2 1 2 hours to recharge fully Cannot see characters on display Terminal not powered on Press the Power button Fail to communicate with IrDA p...

Page 301: ...Terminal is inactive Your terminal turns off after a period of inactivity If the terminal is running on battery power this period can be set from 1 to 5 minutes in one minute intervals If the terminal is running on external power this period can be set to 1 2 5 10 15 and 30 minutes Check the Power dialog box in the Control Panel and change the setting if you need a longer delay before the automati...

Page 302: ...ogram and tap Remove Beamed data does not transmit Terminals too close together or too far apart Confirm that the terminals are at least 5 inches and at most 39 inches apart Also ensure that there is a clear path between the two devices Insufficient room lighting Adjust the room lighting or move to a different location When receiving beamed data an out of memory message appears Not enough free mem...

Page 303: ...t programmed to generate a beep If you are expecting a beep on a good decode and don t hear one check that the application is set to generate a beep on good decode Battery is low If the scanner stops emitting a laser beam when you press the trigger check your battery level When the battery is low the scanner shuts off before the terminal notifies you of the low battery condition Note If the scanne...

Page 304: ...er documentation for help The terminal keeps powering down to protect memory contents The terminal s battery is low Recharge the battery The Bluetooth radio has been in Discoverable mode for a long time This mode requires a lot of battery power and should be turned off whenever not needed Tap the Bluetooth icon then select My Bluetooth Device Uncheck Discoverable When trying to connect a Bluetooth...

Page 305: ...ttery for the mobile device battery and charger temperature must be between 32 F and 104 F 0 C and 40 C Humidity 5 to 90 non condensing Electrostatic Discharge ESD 15 kVDC air 8 kVDC contact Drop to Concrete 4 feet 1 2 meters Sealing IP54 dust category 2 Dimensions 1 3 in H x 3 1 in W x 5 7 in L 33 mm H x 80 mm W x 146 mm L Weight including battery PPT 8800 with battery 10 1 oz 286 g PPT 8846 with...

Page 306: ...ble 15mAh 2 4V 2 cells CPU Intel XScale PXA250 Operating Platform Microsoft Embedded Windows CE 4 1 CE NET Memory 32MB RAM 32MB ROM Interface RS 232 max 115 2 kbps min 1200bps CF Card Slot Type II not user accessible Options 128 MB CF memory 802 11b radio Bluetooth radio Keypad Options Standard 6 key and 15 key versions with power button 1D Decode Capability UPC EAN JAN Code 39 Code 93 Code 128 In...

Page 307: ...tions COM Port Definitions Table A 2 PPT 8800 COM Port Definitions COM Port Definition COM1 Serial Cradle COM2 Available COM3 IRComm COM4 Raw IrDA COM5 Available COM6 Scanner COM7 VCOM Ext Power COM8 Available COM9 Available ...

Page 308: ... Embedded Windows CE NET Pin Outs Figure A 1 ActiveSync Port COM1 Table A 3 PPT 8800 ActiveSync Port COM1 Pin Outs Pin Description 1 ext 5 volts 2 DSR 3 RXD 4 RTS 5 TXD 6 CTS 7 DCD 8 RI 9 DTR 10 RS232_gnd 11 Power_GND 12 9 Volts_In 13 NC 14 NC Pin 1 ...

Page 309: ...ending on the state of the keyboard As shown below when the key is pressed on the keyboard the default state displays the number 1 After pressing the Shift key the press of the 1 key acts as a Clear button In addition to key values VK codes and ASCII values are listed for each key where applicable Key Default State Shift State VK Code Decimal ASCII Value Decimal 1 49 49 Clear 46 ...

Page 310: ...yboards Figure B 1 Standard 6 Key Keyboard Table B 1 Standard 6 Key Keyboard Functionality Key Default State Shift State Func State VK Code Decimal ASCII Value Decimal TAB 9 9 LEFT 37 Software Keyboard RIGHT 39 ESCAPE 27 27 Calibrate UP 38 Lighten screen DOWN 40 Darken screen ...

Page 311: ...B 3 Keyboard Maps ENTER 13 13 Table B 1 Standard 6 Key Keyboard Functionality Continued Key Default State Shift State Func State VK Code Decimal ASCII Value Decimal ...

Page 312: ...y Keyboard Functionality Key Default State Alpha State Alpha CAPS State Shift State Func State VK Code Decimal ASCII Value Decimal 1 49 49 16 50 64 189 45 _ 16 189 95 191 47 16 186 58 16 191 63 16 49 33 188 44 F1 112 F6 F7 F8 F9 and F10 VK codes are generated when no function is defined on each key at Control Panel ...

Page 313: ...69 101 f 70 102 D 68 68 E 69 69 F 70 70 F3 114 Table B 2 15 Key Keyboard Functionality Continued Key Default State Alpha State Alpha CAPS State Shift State Func State VK Code Decimal ASCII Value Decimal F6 F7 F8 F9 and F10 VK codes are generated when no function is defined on each key at Control Panel ...

Page 314: ...3 F3 115 5 53 53 j 74 106 k 75 107 l 76 108 J 74 74 K 75 75 L 76 76 F5 116 Table B 2 15 Key Keyboard Functionality Continued Key Default State Alpha State Alpha CAPS State Shift State Func State VK Code Decimal ASCII Value Decimal F6 F7 F8 F9 and F10 VK codes are generated when no function is defined on each key at Control Panel ...

Page 315: ...82 114 s 83 115 P 80 80 Q 81 81 R 82 82 S 83 83 Darken screen F7 118 Table B 2 15 Key Keyboard Functionality Continued Key Default State Alpha State Alpha CAPS State Shift State Func State VK Code Decimal ASCII Value Decimal F6 F7 F8 F9 and F10 VK codes are generated when no function is defined on each key at Control Panel ...

Page 316: ...9 9 57 57 w 87 119 x 88 120 y 89 121 z 90 122 W 87 87 X 88 88 Y 89 89 Z 90 90 ESCAPE 27 27 F9 120 Table B 2 15 Key Keyboard Functionality Continued Key Default State Alpha State Alpha CAPS State Shift State Func State VK Code Decimal ASCII Value Decimal F6 F7 F8 F9 and F10 VK codes are generated when no function is defined on each key at Control Panel ...

Page 317: ... 8 BK SPC 8 8 LEFT 37 ENTER 13 13 ENTER 13 13 ENTER 13 13 Table B 2 15 Key Keyboard Functionality Continued Key Default State Alpha State Alpha CAPS State Shift State Func State VK Code Decimal ASCII Value Decimal F6 F7 F8 F9 and F10 VK codes are generated when no function is defined on each key at Control Panel ...

Page 318: ...B 10 PPT 8800 Series Product Reference Guide for Embedded Windows CE NET ...

Page 319: ... 4 13 4 16 using USB to ethernet cradle 4 21 ad hoc 6 5 6 7 6 11 adding programs 9 27 adjusting memory 3 49 adjusting terminal settings 3 3 adjusting the backlight 2 3 AirBEAM 10 1 comfiguring 10 4 package builder 10 3 Staging 10 12 synchronization with server 10 10 AirBEAM configuration Misc 1 tab 10 7 Misc 2 tab 10 9 Packages 2 tab 10 5 Server tab 10 6 AirBEAM Smart Client 10 4 appearance 3 17 a...

Page 320: ...reen 1 19 3 5 certificates 3 3 3 7 change record xvi changing profiles 6 19 changing the date 3 8 changing the time 3 8 Charge LED Indicator 1 19 charging 1 11 1 13 spare battery 1 18 using four slot cradle 1 13 using MSR 1 29 using single slot cradle 1 11 using UBC 2000 1 18 using universal cable cup 1 14 charging batteries 1 10 charging spare batteries 1 16 cleaning cradle connector 11 7 termina...

Page 321: ...olts 3 44 F flash file system 9 24 non FFS partitions 9 26 IPL 9 26 splash screen 9 26 partitions 9 24 copyfile 9 25 regmerge 9 25 flash storage 9 24 friendly name 7 11 G gateway 6 10 Get Connected Wizard 7 5 H handstrap attaching 1 21 hard reset 2 15 help 2 10 holster 1 6 I icon battery status 2 10 Infrared port 11 12 Infrastructure 6 7 infrastructure 6 11 Initial Program Loader 9 11 9 26 install...

Page 322: ...bject sharing setup 7 13 open system 4 37 6 8 operating environment C 1 options 6 4 owner 3 27 owner profile 3 5 P pairable 7 7 partitions FFS 9 24 non FFS 9 26 IPL 9 26 splash screen 9 26 parts of the terminal 1 4 password 3 5 3 30 phone Bluetooth connection 7 5 ping 6 4 6 16 pin outs C 4 power 3 5 power button 2 3 power management 3 5 3 32 Power Saving Modes 6 11 printing with Bluetooth 7 49 pro...

Page 323: ...rinter cable 1 6 soft keyboard 2 10 soft reset 2 15 sound adjusting 3 52 sounds 3 6 spare batteries charging 1 16 spare battery charging 1 16 specifications C 1 Spectrum24 6 3 spectrum24 status 2 11 splash screen 9 26 creating 9 22 loading 9 23 standard 9 3 start button 2 9 start menu 2 8 start the terminal 1 7 starting the terminal 1 19 Static 6 10 static 4 38 Status 6 4 status 2 10 status icon 2...

Page 324: ...eshooting 11 10 infrared communications 11 12 TTY terminal emulation 5 5 turning Bluetooth off 7 3 turning Bluetooth on 7 3 U universal cable cup 1 24 connecting communication cable 1 26 connecting power 1 25 unpacking 1 3 using stylus 2 4 using the MSR 1 28 V versions 6 14 volume 3 6 adjusting 3 52 VT 100 terminal emulation 5 5 W web browser 5 11 Windows desktop 2 8 windows explorer 5 17 WINS 6 1...

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