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Limited Warranty & Liability Limitations

This product is limited warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for twelve 

(12) months from the original date of purchase.  Ranger accessories and peripherals are limited 

warranted against defects in materials and workmanship for ninety (90) days from the original 

date of purchase.  If notice is received of such defects during the limited warranty period, the 

proven defective product(s) will either be repaired or replaced, at the manufacturer’s option.  

Replacement products may be either new or like new.

The manufacturer does not warrant that the operation of the products will be uninterrupted or 

error free.  If the product is not, within a reasonable time, repaired or replaced to a condition as 

limited warranted, the customer will be entitled to a refund of the purchase price upon prompt 

return of the product.

Limited warranty does not apply to defects resulting from (a) improper or inadequate maintenance 

or calibration, (b) software, interfacing, parts, or supplies not supplied by manufacturer, (c) 

unauthorized modification, or misuse, (d) operation outside of the published environmental 

specifications for the product, or (e) physical damage due to external causes, including accident, 

abuse, misuse or problems with electrical power.  Water damage caused by improper installation 

of the CF-Cap is not covered by warranty.  Removal of the back case voids the limited warranty.  

There are important seals that will break and the Ranger will no longer be waterproof.

To the extent allowed by local law, the above limited warranties are exclusive and no other 

warranty or condition, whether written or oral, is expressed or implied, specifically disclaiming 

any implied warranties or conditions of merchantability, satisfactory quality, and fitness for a 

particular purpose.

To the extent allowed by local law, the remedies in this limited warranty statement are the 

customer’s sole and exclusive remedies.  Except as indicated above, in no event will the 

manufacturer or its suppliers be liable for loss of data or for direct, special, incidental, 

consequential (including lost profit or data), or other damage, whether based in contract, 

tort, or otherwise.

Reference Materials

Ranger support (TDS):

E-mail: [email protected] 

Web site: www.tdsway.com. Click on Support/Downloads and select Ranger.

Product Accessibility Templates

Visit the TDS accessibility web page at: www.tdsway.com/508 to download accessibility 

templates for our products.

Accessible Formats

To request materials in accessible formats for people with disabilities (large print, Braille, 

electronic files, audio format), send an e-mail to  [email protected], call 541-757-

7254, fax 541-752-7133, or TTY 541-750-9292.

Windows Mobile:

www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/default.mspx

Accessories:

You can expand the Ranger handheld computer’s capabilities by purchasing accessories.   

Go to www.tdsway.com/products/ranger/accessories

NOTICE for TDS European Union Customers

TDS is pleased to announce a new recycling program for our European Union customers.

At TDS, we recognize the importance of minimizing the environmental impacts of our products. 

We endeavor to meet your needs, not only when you purchase and use our products, but also 

when you are ready to dispose of them. That is why TDS and our parent company Trimble 

Navigation are actively pursuing the expanded use of environmentally friendly materials in all 

our products and why we have established a convenient recycling program.

As TDS and Trimble make additional recycling facilities available for your use, we will post 

their locations and contact information to our Recycling Instructions Web page.

For current product recycling instructions and information, please go to: www.tdsway.com/

environment

Recycling in Europe:

 

To recycle TDS or Trimble WEEE* 

Call +31 497 53 2430 and ask for the “WEEE Associate.” 

Or 

Mail a request for recycling instructions to:

 

Trimble Europe BV 

c/o Menlo Worldwide Logistics 

Meerheide 45 

5521 DZ Eersel, NL

*WEEE - Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (any product that runs on electrical power)

This product is in compliance with the 

Restriction on Hazardous Substances Directive (RoHS)  

©2006 Tripod Data Systems, Inc. Tripod Data Systems, the TDS triangle logo, Ranger, CF-Cap, 

PowerBoot Module are trademarks of Tripod Data Systems.  
ActiveSync, Microsoft, Outlook, Windows and the Windows logo are registered trademarks 

or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries. Microsoft 

products are licensed to OEMs by Microsoft Licensing, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of 

Microsoft Corporation.
Other brand names and trademarks are property of their respective owners.  
Display images shown may vary slightly from actual display.  Specifications and data subject to 

change.

 

Edition 10/19/06 Rev. B

Printed in the USA  

COMPLIANT

RoHS

2002 / 95 / EC

Summary of Contents for Ranger

Page 1: ...TDS RANGER G E T T I N G S T A R T E D G U I D E...

Page 2: ...by warranty Removal of the back case voids the limited warranty There are important seals that will break and the Ranger will no longer be waterproof To the extent allowed by local law the above limi...

Page 3: ...ion of Conformity 36 Welcome Congratulations on your purchase of one of the most advanced handheld computers available on the market today The rugged design of your handheld allows you to work in hars...

Page 4: ...slots Some units do not have these slots NOTE Be sure to read the warranty and safety information in this manual prior to using your unit PowerBoot coin screws PowerBoot Module Stylus holder Power Se...

Page 5: ...ith your unit Use of other chargers will void warranty 2 Attach the PowerBoot Module Align the PowerBoot Module with the unit with the contacts facing down Insert the top end of the PowerBoot Module f...

Page 6: ...equence on the screen Use the stylus to tap the targets firmly and accurately Sometimes you need to repeat the alignment procedure more than once to provide a satisfactory alignment 6 Location Time Zo...

Page 7: ...Do not force the card The pins can be damaged if the card is not aligned correctly The CF slots are side by side CF cards must be inserted with the front of the card facing toward the display side of...

Page 8: ...ht only when necessary Use the Fn Power keys to toggle the backlight on and off Tap Start Settings System Backlight to minimize the amount of time the backlight stays on when the unit is idle Also a b...

Page 9: ...current PowerBoot Module runs low replace it and continue with your work The unit saves enough power that if you swap the PowerBoot within a couple of minutes it will not trigger a reset If the saved...

Page 10: ...ur PC Touch and hold When you touch and hold a circle of dots appears around the stylus to indicate that a pop up menu will soon appear Touching and holding is equivalent to clicking the right button...

Page 11: ...recovered The Start menu From the Start Menu select Programs Settings and Help topics To display the Start Menu from the top of any screen tap Start Pop up menus You can use pop up menus to quickly se...

Page 12: ...us icons Tap an icon to view details or change options These icons appear at the top of every screen on your unit not only the Today screen The center of the Today screen provides information that you...

Page 13: ...ive No file system data is lost only open or unsaved files will be lost All registry settings control panel personal information and databases are preserved Shutdown Closes all running applications an...

Page 14: ...and navigate to the desired folder To play the recorded file tap the desired file from the Notes program and it will begin to play To begin another recording press Fn and ESC again or tap the record...

Page 15: ...ck password You do not have to provide a password unless you are concerned about unauthorized use If you opt for password protection tap Personal Lock The password must be entered every time you turn...

Page 16: ...rogram memory RAM is available Closing programs still leaves them resident in RAM As more programs are started available RAM decreases If RAM resources become low you can stop programs and remove them...

Page 17: ...port in the OS USB Human Interface Devices HID and USB Mass Storage devices Examples of USB HID devices include keyboards mice and some barcode scanners Examples of USB mass storage devices include me...

Page 18: ...from the web site www microsoft com windowsmobile default mspx IMPORTANT Do not connect the unit to the USB port on your PC until after you install ActiveSync If you prematurely connect the unit to y...

Page 19: ...soft Outlook such as e mail contacts calendar and time between your computer and your PC or and Exchange server click Next You will be presented with the Select Synchronization Settings window Select...

Page 20: ...reset the unit hold down the Power button until Booting appears on the screen 4 If you have more than one unit PC and or cable testing different combinations of equipment can help isolate the cause of...

Page 21: ...cesses The unit will detect wireless networks or hot spots There can be a slight delay before it updates To add new connections from within the Wireless Manager tap Menu Wi Fi Settings Add New Type in...

Page 22: ...ctiveSync a component of Exchange Server 2003 facilitates data synchronization between your unit and an Exchange server This synchronization can occur over 802 11 allowing you to update calendars cont...

Page 23: ...t says Installed Rev 2 you have a Marvel wireless module Confirm that the IP address is appropriate for the network to which you are trying to connect for instance 10 0 x x or 192 168 x x Consult with...

Page 24: ...how the other Bluetooth device works Bluetooth file transfer between two units It is possible to transfer files from one unit to another over a Bluetooth connection Tap Start Settings Connections Blu...

Page 25: ...ice is available and selected and tap Finish Once the Bluetooth partnership has been created you can establish a Bluetooth ActiveSync connection by tapping Start Programs ActiveSync Menu Connect via B...

Page 26: ...work VPN connections Used together with a connection to the Internet a VPN connection allows you to browse network files from a remote site and also supports remote synchronization with your PC via Ac...

Page 27: ...o not use any abrasive cleaners Use the screen protectors included with the unit to keep the touchscreen clean and protected To apply a screen protector first clean the display thoroughly Peel the bac...

Page 28: ...ects a temperature too high or too low for charging the LED will flash a warning sequence The PowerBoot Module will defer charging until it detects appropriate temperatures Storage guidelines If you h...

Page 29: ...contacts to see if they are wet If so dry the contacts on both the unit and the battery with a paper towel or clean cloth before storing for overnight or longer Temperature range The operational tempe...

Page 30: ...of NAND Flash DISPLAY Landscape 3 8 Color VGA display sunlight readable backlit BATTERY LIFE 30 hours continuous room temperature operation with default settings and no backlight BATTERY CHARGING 4 5...

Page 31: ...minutes IP67 MIL STD 810F Method 512 4 Procedure 1 DROP 1 22 m 4 0 ft onto concrete SAND AND DUST Sealed against dust IP67 MIL STD 810F Method 510 4 Procedures I and II VIBRATION Mil STD 810F Method 5...

Page 32: ...ot attempt to dismantle the unit for repair There are no user serviceable parts inside For service use the contact details listed on the cover of this manual or your local dealer Battery safety Use on...

Page 33: ...er do contain recyclable materials and are accepted for recycling Environmental hazards The unit contains no mercury or cadmium This product is RoHS compliant AC charger safety Use only AC and vehicle...

Page 34: ...a file that records the battery voltage at intervals 5 Disconnect external power and allow the program to run until the battery is exhausted and the unit shuts down 6 Reapply AC power and reset the u...

Page 35: ...for applications and 466 MB of storage is available for files If a CF or SD memory card is installed tap Storage Card to view available memory If there is more than one card installed tap on the dropd...

Page 36: ...at may support a Recycle Bin as well as viewing file extensions file attributes zip archives and more Can I work with Microsoft Office files in Word Mobile and Excel Mobile Office Mobile applications...

Page 37: ...in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to tr...

Page 38: ...E Directive 1999 5 EC EN 300 328 V1 6 1 EN 301 489 1 V1 4 1 EN 301 489 17 V1 2 1 Supplementary Information In addition to meeting the above EMC requirements during system test the AC Charger provided...

Page 39: ...FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT TDSWAY COM OR CALL 541 753 9322 TRIPOD DATA SYSTEMS A TRIMBLE COMPANY 345 SW Avery Avenue Corvallis OR 97333...

Page 40: ...ecycle TDS or Trimble WEEE Call 31 497 53 2430 and ask for the WEEE Associate Or Mail a request for recycling instructions to Trimble Europe BV c o Menlo Worldwide Logistics Meerheide 45 5521 DZ Eerse...

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