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User’s Guide

User’s Guide

Reference Guide

Summary of Contents for ULTRA-RUGGED FIELD PC

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Page 5: ... Identifying button functions 14 Customizing button functions 15 Suspending powering off resetting and restoring factory defaults 17 Using the stylus 19 Using the touchscreen 20 Understanding LED signals 22 Replacing the battery pack 22 Using peripheral devices such as CF cards SD cards and USB flash drives 24 4 Using the Field PC 30 Understanding the Today screen 30 Using the Start menu 31 Enteri...

Page 6: ...with a Desktop Computer 50 Install ActiveSync on a desktop computer Windows 2000 and Windows XP 50 Creating an ActiveSync Connection 51 Install Windows Mobile Device Center on a Desktop Computer Windows Vista 51 Creating Windows Mobile Device Center Connection 52 7 Getting to Know Programs and Settings 54 Understanding Start menu programs and utilities 54 Understanding applications in the Programs...

Page 7: ... packs 86 Protecting the touchscreen 88 Protecting the Field PC against mechanical shock 89 Battery warnings 89 Equipment warnings 90 Using the Field PC in extreme temperatures 91 Cleaning the Field PC 91 Repairing the Field PC 93 Disposing of the Field PC and battery packs 93 11 Troubleshooting and Service Tips 96 Troubleshooting tips 96 Preparing for a service center call 99 12 Information for S...

Page 8: ...gulatory Information 112 Regulatory information 112 CE marking 114 Appendix C Standard Warranty Terms and Conditions 118 Limited Product Warranty 118 Index 124 Additional Section Installation Instructions for the Extended Caps 147 vi ...

Page 9: ...Use Introduction Overview of Windows Mobile 6 Using the documentation The anatomy of the Field PC 1 ...

Page 10: ...crosoft programs to help you increase your productivity and manage information effectively For example Microsoft Office Outlook Mobile similar to Microsoft Outlook allows you to send and receive email keep track of contacts manage tasks and take simple notes Many Windows applications are already compatible with Windows Mobile You can use Windows Mobile to access Word Excel and PowerPoint files on ...

Page 11: ...p the Field PC Quick Start Guide User Manual this guide ActiveSync install for Windows 2000 and Windows XP users Windows Mobile Device Center for Windows Vista Getting Started Disc Instructions for using external devices with the Field PC This guide Instructions for basic tasks such as replacing battery packs resetting the device adjusting the backlight or inserting memory cards Quick Start Guide ...

Page 12: ...n 14 Notification LED 15 Touchscreen display 16 Accessory attachment points 5 cm center to center 8 32 UNC thread 17 Battery door latch 18 Hand strap 19 Battery door 20 Body molding The anatomy of the Field PC This section illustrates the different parts of the Field PC For instructions on using the hardware see Chapter 3 For instructions about caring for or cleaning the different parts see Chapte...

Page 13: ...ot 26 Secure Digital I O card slot 27 Stylus slot 28 Accessory attachment points 5 3 cm center to center 4 40 UNC thread 29 USB Client mini B 30 12V DC jack 31 9 pin serial port 32 USB Host mini A 33 Cable routing channel 29 30 31 32 23 21 24 25 26 27 33 Top view with standard cap Top view without cap Bottom view showing communications module 21 22 28 ...

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Page 15: ...Use 2 Install the battery pack Charge the battery pack Establish basic settings on the device Connecting to a desktop computer Creating a connection to a desktop computer Getting Started ...

Page 16: ...njury or damage to the display Use caution when undoing the hook or when holding the Field PC by its hand strap Press on the battery door and slide the door latch to the right to unlock it as shown in the second picture Remove the battery door Insert the battery pack so battery contacts match up Insert the tabs on the bottom of the battery door into the case slots Close the battery door Press on t...

Page 17: ...d PC suspends and the flashing red LED turns off the device keeps charging Charging temperatures Only charge your battery pack in temperatures between 32 F and 104 F 0 C and 40 C For best results charge the battery pack at room temperature 68 F or 20 C Step 3 Establish basic settings on the device Using the stylus follow the instructions on the screen to calibrate the device and establish basic se...

Page 18: ... device serial number which can be found by tapping Start Settings System and choosing System Configuration An example of a device name appears below Your Field PC is now field ready Important Read the following paragraph before moving on to Step 4 If you have Microsoft Windows Vista you already have basic file synchronization capability with your desktop computer without installing any additional...

Page 19: ...next steps to install Microsoft ActiveSync which allows you to install programs onto your device using a desktop computer Step 4 Connecting to a desktop computer Important If you have Microsoft Windows Vista read the section above before beginning If you use Windows 2000 or Windows XP Windows Mobile 6 requires that you use Microsoft ActiveSync 4 1 or greater to connect to your desktop computer The...

Page 20: ...ng a connection to a desktop computer Plug USB Client end mini B of the USB communications cable into your Field PC Plug the USB Host end full size A of the USB communications cable into your desktop computer Establish an ActiveSync partnership by following the instructions on the desktop computer screen You are now ready to use your Field PC See Chapter 6 for more details about using ActiveSync a...

Page 21: ... Customizing button functions Suspending powering off resetting and restoring defaults Using the stylus Using the touchscreen Understanding LED signals Replacing the battery pack Using peripheral devices such as CF cards SD cards and USB flash drives 3 ...

Page 22: ...he stylus Use the touchscreen Replace the battery pack Understand LED signals Use peripheral devices CF and SD cards and USB drives with the device Identifying button functions The following chart shows you the names and functions of each button on the keyboard Button Name Function Start menu button Provides a menu of applications Applications Manager button Lets you switch between or close runnin...

Page 23: ...ected soft key or option Power button Turns the Field PC on and off resets suspends See more details in the Power button functions section in this chapter Four way directional button Allows you to navigate Customizing button functions Each button performs a specific function You can customize the function of the following four buttons to open programs or perform shortcuts Start menu button Applica...

Page 24: ... shortcut to a button follow these steps 1 Tap Start Settings Personal tab Buttons A list of buttons and their current assignments is displayed on the Program Buttons tab 2 Tap the button you want to reassign as shown here 3 In the Assign a program box tap the program or shortcut you want to assign to the button In the example here the user has selected Start Menu 4 Tap OK ...

Page 25: ... device closes all programs and turns off all of the power No battery power is used We recommend suspending your device if you plan to turn it off for less than two weeks To suspend your device press the Power button briefly and release To resume the device from suspend mode press the Power button again Note If you suspend the device while it is charging the flashing red light disappears However t...

Page 26: ...the device shuts off The device cannot be powered back on until the keyboard backlight turns off To power on your Field PC hold down the Power button until you see the green notification light appear Resetting the device Some programs require you to reset your device during the installation process Follow the steps below to reset the Field PC 1 Save your open files and close any running programs F...

Page 27: ...dark 2 When the green notification LED light appears on the front of the Field PC simultaneously press and hold the following buttons for several seconds Clean Boot Home up arrow Context Clean Storage Task up arrow Return Clean Registry Start Context Clean All Return left arrow Context 3 Hold the buttons until the progress bar reaches the second tick mark and then disappears Factory settings are r...

Page 28: ...old until the context menu appears Select Cut or Copy 1 2 Paste Tap and hold the area where you want to paste Select Paste from the context menu that appears 1 2 Open a context menu for an item Tap and hold the item The context menu appears Drag and drop Tap and drag the item to the destination Lift up the stylus 1 2 Select multiple items Drag the stylus over the items For instructions on using th...

Page 29: ...rotector as often as the screen protector packaging directs Calibrating the touchscreen If the touchscreen is not responding accurately to stylus taps try calibrating the touchscreen manually using the following steps 1 Tap Start Settings The Settings window appears as shown here 2 Select the System tab at the bottom of the display 3 Scroll down and tap on the Screen icon shown at right 4 When the...

Page 30: ... right side of the Enter button the green notification LED appears briefly when you power on the unit after the device is reset or restored to factory defaults Replacing the battery pack To replace the battery pack follow these steps 1 Close all running programs 2 Suspend the device CAUTION The device only stays on for about five seconds without a power source Always suspend your device before rep...

Page 31: ...he battery The sound is normal no damage is done when you hear this sound 6 Remove the old battery pack 7 Make sure the battery contacts of the charged battery pack are clean and dry 8 Insert the charged battery pack lining up the battery contacts with the Field PC contacts 9 Insert the tabs on the bottom of the battery door into the case slots 10 Close the battery door making sure the door latch ...

Page 32: ...aining and caring for your battery pack see Chapter 8 Caring for your Field PC Using peripheral devices such as CF cards SD cards and USB flash drives The Field PC accepts several peripheral devices The USB Host mini A accepts devices like USB flash drives and keyboards the Compact Flash CF and Secure Digital SD card slots accept memory cards and IO Input Output cards such as GPS modem and Bluetoo...

Page 33: ...efer to your USB device s manual or contact the manufacturer to determine compatibility To install a USB device plug the mini end of a USB communications cable into the USB Host labeled A on your device You may need to use a USB mini to full size adapter Removing the standard cap to access CF and SDIO card slots The removable standard cap on the Field PC is designed to protect peripheral devices e...

Page 34: ...iver by following the directions on the device screen 2 Operate the card by consulting the user s guide that came with the card Reinserting or changing a CF or SD card Whenever you remove or change a CF or SD card on the Field PC wait at least 6 seconds before inserting another card into the slot The Field PC needs this short time delay to properly identify and use the newly inserted card If a car...

Page 35: ...and hold the stylus on the white space below the existing files until the pop up menu appears again 6 Select Paste The file is copied and its name appears on the screen Reattaching the standard cap To reattach the standard cap follow these steps 1 Make sure the hand strap is attached to its top latch 2 Place the standard cap over the case 3 Use a screwdriver to turn the standard cap screws until t...

Page 36: ...the Field PC is not sealed Avoid exposing the Field PC to moisture when the standard cap is removed and tighten the standard cap screws firmly after you replace the standard cap Failure to replace the standard cap properly may void your warranty ...

Page 37: ...ield PC Understanding the Today screen Using the Start menu Entering information Recognizing status icons Recognizing soft keys Rotating the screen Dimming or turning off the backlight Adjusting the backlight timer 4 ...

Page 38: ... the screen Dim or turn off the backlight to save battery power Adjust the backlight timer Understanding the Today screen The Today screen is the default screen you see when your device powers on From the Today screen you can view or select Today s date Owner information Messages Tasks Upcoming appointments The Today screen also allows you to lock or unlock your device Locking the device disables ...

Page 39: ...programs or system settings To access the Start menu tap the Start menu icon in the top left corner of your screen or press the Start menu button on the keypad The Start menu appears giving you links to programs settings and menus Note For a description of each item on the Start menu see Chapter 7 Getting to Know Programs and Settings Entering information At the bottom of the display is a data ent...

Page 40: ...For ideas about how to use the transcribing program more effectively we recommend Frank McPherson s book How to Do Everything with Windows Mobile published by McGraw Hill Osborne Media When you are ready to enter text you can switch from the default input method keyboard by following these steps 1 On the bottom center of the screen tap the arrow next to the input method icon If the input selector ...

Page 41: ...Function Charge indicator Tells you when the device is charging Speaker Tap to control volume Remaining battery capacity Tap to see how much battery power remains Applications Manager Tap to switch or close running programs For an additional list of icons and their functions follow these steps 1 Tap Start Help Contents 2 Select Start Using Your Device screen 3 Tap on What do those icons mean ...

Page 42: ...ys on the Today screen Rotating the screen The Field PC can show information in portrait or landscape view Change the orientation by following these steps 1 Select Start Settings System tab Screen 2 Choose from three screen orientations Portrait Landscape right handed or Landscape left handed The four way directional button automatically adjusts for the screen orientation ...

Page 43: ...r when the device is running on a battery pack To dim or turn off the backlight follow these steps 1 Tap Start Settings System tab Backlight 2 Select the Brightness tab The Brightness window for battery power appears 3 Drag the backlight slider downwards to dim the backlight Drag the slider all the way down to turn the backlight off ...

Page 44: ... adjust the time when your backlight turns off follow these steps 1 Tap Start Settings System tab Backlight The Backlight window appears To change the timer for external power tap the External Power tab 2 Select or deselect the two options 3 If you selected the first checkbox choose the length of time before the backlight turns off ...

Page 45: ...PC Suspending the device Powering off the Field PC Resetting the device Exploring files Closing running programs Switching between running programs Changing settings Using on device help Backing up data Copying data from a peripheral device 5 ...

Page 46: ... device Suspending the Field PC is different from powering it off During suspend mode the device sleeps but remembers where it was when it is turned on again when you power off the Field PC it does a basic reset We recommend suspending your device if you want to resume your task or if you plan to use the device on a daily basis To suspend your device press the power button briefly and release To r...

Page 47: ...vice if it will be inactive for more than one week To power off the Field PC follow these steps 1 Save and close all applications For instructions on backing up your files see the section in this chapter called Backing up data 2 Press the Power button until the Power Button menu appears as shown here 3 Tap Power Off then OK Note The keyboard backlight stays on for a few seconds after the device sh...

Page 48: ...s up you can reset the device by pressing the power button for 10 seconds or until the screen goes dark The device resets itself automatically after a few seconds Exploring files To explore files stored on the Field PC follow these steps 1 Tap Start Programs File Explorer The File Explore window appears 2 If the drive you want does not already appear tap on the drop down menu arrow to select it as...

Page 49: ...and allows the device to run faster We recommend closing any programs you are not using Note Tapping on the X in the top right corner of a program only minimizes the program the program continues to run in the background To close one or more running programs follow these steps 1 Press the Applications Manager button The screen at the right appears 2 Select the program s you want to close 3 Tap End...

Page 50: ... you want to switch to 3 Tap Switch To from the pop up menu The program comes to the forefront Viewing memory allocation for programs To see how much memory is available for programs and storage on the Field PC follow these steps Tap Start Settings Memory A new window appears 2 Select Main tab if is not already selected Available memory for storage and programs appears 1 ...

Page 51: ...sensitive the help information that appears on the help screen is directly related to what you are doing on the device To access help files follow these steps 1 Tap Start Help 2 Select an option from the help menu that appears Note If the topic you want is not listed try one of these options Option 1 Choose Contents at the bottom of the screen A table of contents appears Tap on the item you want O...

Page 52: ... or Windows XP re establish an ActiveSync connection see Chapter 6 for instructions and continue with Steps 2 6 Note If you have Microsoft Windows Vista we recommend installing Windows Mobile Device Center on your desktop computer from the Microsoft website or by selecting Start Programs Microsoft Update on your desktop computer You can then sync your Field PC with your desktop computer For more i...

Page 53: ...mputer Backing up to a CF or SD card To save information to a card follow these steps 1 Select File Explorer from the Start menu The File Explore window appears 2 If My device does not already appear as the current directory tap on the arrow next to the directory that appears as shown in this image When a drop down menu appears select My device 3 A list of files appears Highlight the files you wan...

Page 54: ...tion as shown here 5 Choose Copy from the menu that appears 6 Select the CF or SD card from the file directory 7 To paste the files from your Field PC to the CF or SD card tap the Menu soft key and choose Edit Paste 8 You can now remove the card ...

Page 55: ... File Explorer 2 Tap and hold the file you want to copy to your Field PC A pop up menu appears as shown here Note If you want to copy multiple files tap and drag the stylus over the files Once the files are selected tap and hold the stylus on the files until a pop up menu appears 3 Select Copy from the pop up menu 4 Open the destination folder where you want to place your file To copy the file to ...

Page 56: ...48 5 Tap and hold the stylus on the white space below the list of existing files until a pop up menu appears 6 Select Paste The copied file appears in the folder ...

Page 57: ...ting with a Desktop Computer Install ActiveSync on a desktop computer Creating an ActiveSync connection Install Windows Mobile Device Center on a desktop computer Creating a Windows Mobile Device center connection 6 ...

Page 58: ...ws Mobile Device center connection Install ActiveSync on a desktop computer Windows 2000 and Windows XP Note If you have WindowsVista see Install Windows Mobile Device Center 1 Insert the Getting Started Disc into your desktop computer A window appears on the display 2 Select your language 3 Follow the directions on the screen to install Windows ActiveSync 4 5 Note Install ActiveSync before attach...

Page 59: ...tablish an ActiveSync partnership by following the instructions on the desktop computer screen Install Windows Mobile Device Center on a Desktop Computer Windows Vista To install the Windows Mobile Device Center on a desktop computer with Windows Vista complete the following steps 1 Connect your device to your desktop computer 2 Download the Windows Mobile Device Center Installer to your computer ...

Page 60: ...e Center has been installed create a connection at any time by plugging one end of a USB cable into the computer and the other end into the Field PC Windows Mobile Device Center automatically opens Follow the steps on the screen Note For more information about connecting to a computer using either ActiveSync or Windows Mobile Device center visit the Microsoft Windows Mobile website ...

Page 61: ...se Getting to Know Programs and Settings Understanding Start menu programs and utilities Understanding applications in the Programs menu Accessing programs on the Getting Started Disc Finding settings 7 ...

Page 62: ...is the main access point to all programs in Windows Mobile It allows you to access files programs or system settings To access the Start menu tap the Start flag icon or press the Start menu button on the keypad The Start menu appears shown at right A description of each Start menu option follows Today screen The default display of the Field PC For a detailed description of this screen see Chapter ...

Page 63: ...rectly from the Field PC Running programs If a program is running it is listed on the Start menu For example in the picture of the Start menu shown Notes and Microsoft Office PowerPoint Mobile are running on the Field PC so they are listed in the Start menu Tap on the program name to open the application Programs Tapping on Programs opens the Programs menu window The Programs menu allows you to vi...

Page 64: ...w in the order they appear For on device help instructions on how to use a program or for a more detailed description of a program follow these steps 1 Open the program 2 Tap Start Help For more detailed instructions about using on device help see the section called Using on device help in Chapter 5 Applications comprise the following Games Choose from Bubble Breaker or Solitaire ActiveSync Use th...

Page 65: ...rosoft Excel and Excel Mobile are designed to be compatible For example you can open and edit a chart you created on your desktop computer using Microsoft Excel in Microsoft Excel Mobile on your Field PC File Explorer This utility lets you view expand and collapse the Field PC directory folders so you can locate files Notes Use this program to enter personal notes into the system or use the Voice ...

Page 66: ...s turned off navigate by using the directional buttons and shortcut buttons Toggle TS can be applied to a button for easy access Microsoft Office Word Mobile Use this program to create and edit documents with graphics while maintaining document formatting Microsoft Word and Word Mobile are compatible For example you can open and edit a file you created on your desktop computer using Microsoft Word...

Page 67: ...ee menu tabs Personal System and Connections Use the following chart to identify the location of specific settings Setting Personal System Connections About X Backlight X Beam X Bluetooth X Buttons X Backlight X Certificates X Clock and Alarms X Connections X Error Reporting X Input X Lock X Memory X Menus X Network cards X Owner Info X Power X ...

Page 68: ...60 Setting Personal System Connections Regional settings X Remove programs X Screen X Sounds and notifications X Today X For instructions on changing settings see the on device help ...

Page 69: ... and profiles Identify the power status of Bluetooth Create a Bluetooth partnership Bluetooth virtual COM ports Set up an outgoing Bluetooth COM port Set up an incoming Bluetooth COM port Using the Integrated Bluetooth Option ...

Page 70: ... integrated Bluetooth you need an external Bluetooth card to use Bluetooth See the instructions associated with the card for details Note If you have a device with integrated Bluetooth the Field PC does not recognize a Bluetooth card Bluetooth drivers and profiles Microsoft Bluetooth drivers are loaded onto your Field PC at the factory These drivers support the following profiles serial devices Ac...

Page 71: ...er Bluetooth is powered on or off as shown here By tapping this line you open Wireless Manager a utility that controls Bluetooth The default screen in Wireless Manager shows the power status the Done soft key and the Menu soft key see the following figure 63 Chapter 8 Using the Integrated Bluetooth Option ...

Page 72: ...luetooth settings such as turning Bluetooth on or off and creating a Bluetooth partnership See the following sections for more details Turn Bluetooth on and off 1 Tap Start Settings Connections tab 2 Tap Bluetooth 3 Select or clear the Turn on Bluetooth check box Selecting it turns Bluetooth on clearing it turns it off Note By default Bluetooth is turned off If you turn Bluetooth on and then suspe...

Page 73: ...vices Tip If you do not want the Field PC to be discoverable to other devices deselect clear the Make this device discoverable to other devices checkbox Create a Bluetooth partnership A partnership is a relationship you create between the Field PC and another device that uses Bluetooth wireless technology to help exchange information securely Follow the steps below to create a partnership between ...

Page 74: ...If the Bluetooth device has an assigned a passkey enter the number If the device has not already been assigned a passkey but requires one enter an alphanumeric passkey on the Field PC between 1 and 16 characters in the Passkey option Tap Next Note If you are unsure whether your device requires a passkey and whether one has already been assigned to your Bluetooth device see the user documentation t...

Page 75: ... Field PC you can assign a new name to the device in the Display Name option 8 Select the service you want to use from the Services box then tap Finish Bluetooth virtual COM ports Some application programs connect using a virtual COM port serial port when making a Bluetooth connection To make a connection possible for such programs you must first set up a virtual COM port on the Field PC Once crea...

Page 76: ... For example a desktop computer might initiate a Bluetooth ActiveSync connection with the device via the virtual COM port For more details about setting up outgoing and incoming COM Ports read the following sections Set up an outgoing Bluetooth COM port Use this option if you want to assign the virtual COM port as an outgoing COM port i e you want to use the Field PC to initiate communications wit...

Page 77: ...going Port the second option 4 The Add a Device screen appears Tap on the name of the device you want to set up as an outgoing port as shown in the following image 69 Chapter 8 Using the Integrated Bluetooth Option ...

Page 78: ...n only when you tell it to 7 Tap Finish Once the virtual COM port is assigned using the outgoing Bluetooth COM port specify the COM port assignment within your application as explained in the user documentation for the application An example follows Suppose you are using a Bluetooth enabled GPS receiver with the device and a navigation program on the Field PC In this example assume you have set up...

Page 79: ... a Bluetooth device that supports serial communications follow these steps to set up the incoming Bluetooth COM port 1 Press the COM Ports tab 2 Tap on New Incoming Port 3 Select a numbered COM port from the list Note If the port cannot be created it is in use Select a different numbered port 4 Important Deselect clear the Secure Connection checkbox Deselecting this option ensures that the device ...

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Page 81: ...Use Supported Bluetooth profiles Serial Port Profile Dial Up Networking DUN Profile Human Interface Device HID Profile Object Push Profile OPP 9 ...

Page 82: ... by Bluetooth profile each of which is briefly described below Instructions for using each profile to create Bluetooth partnerships follow Serial Port Profile SPP Similar to a serial cable this profile acts as a liaison between two devices such as the Field PC and a GPS receiver using virtual ports These ports are described in the previous chapter Dial Up Networking DUN Lets you connect to a compu...

Page 83: ...Manager icon to make sure Bluetooth is on and that the Field PC is discoverable For instructions on doing this see the previous chapter 2 In the Wireless Manager tap Menu Bluetooth Settings Device tab New partnership 3 Select your target device and tap Next to create a Bluetooth partnership with the target device Note After you have created a partnership with a device the device automatically appe...

Page 84: ...re are no current ActiveSync connections on your desktop Note If another device is already connected to the desktop serial ports do not appear available To fix this unplug the connected device then tap Refresh on the Field PC 3 On the Today screen of the Field PC tap on the Wireless Manager icon and make sure Bluetooth is on or discoverable 4 Within Wireless Manager select Menu then tap Bluetooth ...

Page 85: ...selecting this option ensures that the device disconnects its Bluetooth connection only when you tell it to 7 Tap Finish to save your settings 8 On your desktop PC right click the Bluetooth icon on your menu bar 9 Select Add Bluetooth device 10 Select Let me choose passkey 11 Type in a passkey 12 On the Field PC type in the same passkey 13 Tap Next OK and Done Print from the Field PC to a Bluetoot...

Page 86: ...rom the COM Ports tab tap New Outgoing port 9 Select the printer 10 Tap New COM port 11 Deselect the Secure Connection option You can now print using a third party print application you install on the Field PC For details about using the application to print see the documentation that came with the application Dial Up Networking DUN Profile This profile allows you to connect to the Internet using ...

Page 87: ...e same passkey and any other requested information on your cell phone 9 On the Field PC select Dialup Networking then tap Next 10 Tap Start Settings Connections tab Connections 11 Choose Add a new modem connection 12 Enter a name for the connection and select Bluetooth as the modem 13 Tap Next 14 Select the name of your cell phone then tap Next 15 Enter the phone access number according to your ph...

Page 88: ...tnership 5 When the cordless modem device is found tap on it 6 Enter the passkey 7 In the Partnership Settings screen make sure Serial Port is not selected and that Dialup Networking is selected 8 Tap Save 9 Tap once on the device name to select it 10 Tap Start Settings Connections tab Connections 11 Choose Add a new modem connection 12 Enter a name 13 Select Bluetooth as the modem 14 Tap Next 15 ...

Page 89: ...t Settings Connections tab Connections 2 Choose Manage existing connections 3 Tap and hold on a connection and choose Connect from the menu that appears Human Interface Device HID Profile This profile allows you to connect with Human Interface Devices like Bluetooth keyboards and mice To make a connection follow these steps 1 Make sure Bluetooth is on or discoverable Create a Bluetooth partnership...

Page 90: ...tnership with the HID Note If no partnership appears for the HID on the Devices tab screen try resetting your Field PC Object Push Profile OPP or beaming Your Field PC uses Object Exchange File OBEX protocol to transfer or push electronic objects such as business cards from one Bluetooth enabled device to another For instructions read on Transferring data from a Bluetooth enabled device To send da...

Page 91: ...1 Make sure the device is discoverable For instructions see the user documentation that came with your device 2 On the Field PC make sure Bluetooth is on See the previous chapter for instructions 3 In File Explorer tap and hold on the name of the file you want to transfer then choose Beam File from the menu that appears 4 When the name of the device becomes visible tap on the name 5 On the Bluetoo...

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Page 93: ...e touchscreen Protecting the Field PC against mechanical shock Battery pack warnings Equipment warnings Using the Field PC in extreme temperatures Cleaning the Field PC Repairing the Field PC Disposing of the Field PC and battery packs Caring for Your Field PC ...

Page 94: ...ring the Field PC disposing of the Field PC and battery packs Storing your Field PC and battery packs This section describes what you need to know about storing your device and battery packs including the storage temperature range of the Field PC how to store the Field PC for less than two weeks how to store the device for more than two weeks how to take the Field PC out of extended storage Storag...

Page 95: ... battery pack in the device 3 If you plan to store the device longer than a few days it is a good idea to leave the device connected to the wall charger or to make sure the battery pack is fully charged 4 Suspend the device Storing the Field PC for more than two weeks To store the device safely for longer than two weeks follow these steps 1 Back up your data 2 Press the Applications Manager button...

Page 96: ...n from impact pressure or abrasive substances that could damage it To further protect the touchscreen apply one of the screen protectors that came with your Field PC CAUTION Be sure to replace the screen protector as often as the screen protector packaging directs To apply a screen protector follow these steps 1 Make sure the Field PC screen is free of oils and dirt You can wipe it with a microfib...

Page 97: ... battery packs approved for use with this device Do not store or leave your device or battery pack near a heat source such as a radiator fireplace stove electric heater or other heat generating appliance or otherwise expose it to temperatures in excess of 140 F 60 C Do not try to open the battery pack Do not carry a battery pack in your pocket purse or other container where metal objects such as c...

Page 98: ...ctions Equipment warnings WARNING To reduce the risk of personal injury electrical shock fire or damage to the equipment Plug the wall charger into an electrical outlet that is easily accessible at all times Disconnect power from the equipment by unplugging the wall charger from the electrical outlet or unplugging the synchronization cable from the host computer Do not place anything on the wall c...

Page 99: ...or high temperatures may prevent the battery pack from charging Charge the battery pack in temperatures between 32 F and 104 F 0 C and 40 C For best results charge the battery pack at room temperature 68 F or 20 C Cleaning the Field PC This section explains how to clean the touchscreen the communications module area housing the USB port DC jack and serial port the speaker or microphone the stylus ...

Page 100: ...er and dry it with a microfiber cloth 5 Press the power button to resume the device CAUTION Long exposure to the following solutions may damage your device pine oil oil based paint automotive brake cleaner isopropyl alcohol carburetor cleaner In case the device is exposed to one of these solutions wipe it off with a mild cleaning solution Case overmolding Clean the rubber like overmolding that sur...

Page 101: ...als Authorization number RMA IMPORTANT Do not attempt to service the device yourself This action voids the warranty Disposing of the Field PC and battery packs This product must not be disposed of with municipal waste It is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment If you...

Page 102: ...arest battery recycling center in the USA visit the Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation s website at www rbrc org call2recycle index html or call 1 800 8 battery The Field PC contains no mercury or cadmium 94 ...

Page 103: ...Use Troubleshooting and Service Tips Troubleshooting tips Preparing for a service center call 11 ...

Page 104: ...ction provides solutions for the following issues 1 The battery pack will not charge fully 2 The touchscreen responds inaccurately to stylus taps 3 The screen does not calibrate correctly or completely 4 The Field PC runs slowly 5 The Field PC drops its ActiveSync connection 6 The Field PC locks up Issue 1 The battery pack will not charge to 100 or to 0 mAh Consumed Solutions Try discharging the b...

Page 105: ...ed Using the touchscreen If the device is not responding to stylus taps at all and you are on the Today screen look to see if the device is locked To unlock the device press the Unlock soft key on the screen If the device is unlocked but the stylus continues to respond inaccurately close all open programs and reset the device See Chapter 5 for instructions Issue 3 During calibration the screen doe...

Page 106: ...oblems In these cases the firewall sees the Field PC as a strange and possibly hostile computer and prevents the device from connecting to the desktop computer To allow the mobile device to connect to your desktop computer follow these steps 1 Use the serial cable to connect your device to the desktop computer Follow the ActiveSync wizard instructions 2 If your firewall application brings up a war...

Page 107: ...er a few seconds Preparing for a service center call When you contact a service center you are asked to identify your device Your device serial number and other identification information can be found by following these steps 1 Tap Start Settings The Settings window appears 2 Tap the System tab 3 Choose System Config The System Configuration window appears listing the information you need for the ...

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Page 109: ...Use 12 Information for Software Developers Programming documentation Software Development Kit SDK Software development tools ...

Page 110: ...icrosoft is designed for software programmers Software Development Kit SDK Your Field PC uses the standard SDK Microsoft provides More information about the Windows Mobile 6 SDK for Pocket PC devices can be found at http www microsoft com downloads details aspx familyid 06111A3A A651 4745 88EF 3D48091A3 90B displaylang en Chapter 12 Information for Software Developers 102 ...

Page 111: ...s the ability to create native code so they can debug and test in a close relationship with the device Older development tools allow you to compile applications but they do not offer device connectivity options for more complete development and verification tasks Chapter 12 Information for Software Developers 103 ...

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Page 113: ...Use Appendix A Product Specifications 9 Pin Serial Port Pinouts Product Specifications ...

Page 114: ...ved for OS Display 3 5 89 mm QVGA active matrix color TFT transflective LCD with LED backlight 240 x 320 pixels Touchscreen Sealed resistive pressure sensitive CF and SD Card Slots Compact Flash Type I or Type II Secure Digital SD or SDIO each card slot provides 3 3 V user accessible sealed Keyboard Four way directional button standard key functions LED backlit keys Physical 6 5 length x 3 5 wide ...

Page 115: ...of and dustproof MIL STD 810F Water humidity sand and dust vibration altitude shock high temperature low temperature temperature shock Shock Absorbency Multiple drops onto concrete from 5 ft 1 5 m through temperatures ranging from 22 to 122 F 30 to 50 C Batteries Intelligent rechargeable Li Ion battery pack 14 W hr nom Communications Module Serial port 9 pin D sub connector USB Host Mini A USB Cli...

Page 116: ...hort circuit protected Power Voltage 12 VDC Range 10 10 20 VDC Current Max 12 V 850 mA reverse polarity protection over voltage protection auto shut off Wireless Communication Options Integrated Bluetooth or Bluetooth supported with CF or SD Bluetooth card Wi Fi supported wireless cellular modem Internal Clock Battery backed real time clock Enunciators External power charge LED and notification LE...

Page 117: ...t Ready DSR Input 7 Request To Send RTS Output 8 Clear To Send CTS Input 9 Ring Indicator RI Input A wiring diagram is shown below J2 3 J2 2 J2 7 J2 8 J2 4 J2 6 J2 1 J2 5 J2 9 TX RX RTS CTS DTR DSR DCD GND N C RI TX RX RTS CTS DTR DSR DCD GND N C RI J1 3 J1 2 J1 7 J1 8 J1 4 J1 6 J1 1 J1 5 J1 9 9 Pin Sub D Female 9 Pin Sub D Female Appendix A Product Specifications and Pinouts 109 ...

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Page 119: ...Use Appendix B Certifications and Regulatory Information Regulatory Information CE marking ...

Page 120: ... guide may cause harmful interference to radio communication If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and rece...

Page 121: ...ations to the Field PC that are not expressly approved by the manufacturer could void the user s authority to operate the equipment CAUTION Although the radiated output power of this device is below the FCC radio frequency exposure limits the device should be used in ways that minimize the potential for human contact during normal operation This device must not be co located or operating in conjun...

Page 122: ...ic Interference EN 55024 IEC 61000 4 2 3 4 5 6 8 11 Electromagnetic Immunity EN 61000 3 2 IEC 61000 3 2 Power Line Harmonics EN 61000 3 3 IEC 61000 3 3 Power Line Flicker EN 60950 IEC 60950 Product Safety ETSI EN 300 328 Technical Requirements for 2 4 GHz Radio Equipment ETSI EN 301 489 1 17 General EMC Requirements for Radio Equipment The telecommunication functions of this device may be used in ...

Page 123: ...oHS regulations This product complies with international regulations forRestriction on Hazardous Substances Directive RoHS FM Approved Class I Div 2 The FM approved Class I Div 2 Field PC should be used with caution when operating the equipment in a Division 2 location RoHS COMPLIANT 2002 95 EC RoHS COMPLIANT 2002 95 EC ...

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Page 125: ...Use Standard Warranty Terms and Conditions Appendix C ...

Page 126: ...manship under normal intended use for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of shipment battery packs media containing the Field PC programs desktop computer programs user documentation and accessories Extended warranties apply only to the Field PC not battery packs media containing the Field PC programs desktop computer programs user documentation and accessories Parts that are excessively wor...

Page 127: ...esults from misuse or accident vii the serial number on the product has been tampered with or removed or viii the product has been opened or tampered with in any way This warranty is exclusive and JS will not assume and hereby expressly disclaims any further warranties whether express or implied including without limitation any warranty as to merchantability fitness for a particular purpose non in...

Page 128: ...red product for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of return shipment or through the end of the original warranty period whichever is longer Limitation of Liability To the fullest extent allowed by law the obligation of JS shall be limited to the repair or replacement of the product JS shall in no event be liable for special incidental or consequential indirect special or punitive damages of...

Page 129: ...osts of shipping prepaid Governing Law This warranty is governed by the laws of Utah and excludes the United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods The courts of Utah shall have exclusive personal jurisdiction in case of any disputes arising out of or in connection with this warranty Services and Materials Provided Under Warranty Analysis of problem by service technici...

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Page 132: ...56 configuring to use with a Bluetooth device 76 Creating a connection 51 creating a connection 12 establishing a partnership 12 installing the latest version 11 ActiveSync connection what to do if it drops consistently 98 Adjusting the backlight 3 Anatomy of the Field PC 4 See also Field PC anatomy of Applications See Programs Applications Manager button functions 14 using to close running progra...

Page 133: ... stays on after power off 39 settings option 59 timer See Backlight timer turning off 35 Backlight timer about 36 adjusting 36 Battery See Battery pack Battery contacts 8 23 Battery door See Battery door latch removing 8 unlocking 8 Battery door latch locking 8 24 unlocking 8 unlock position 23 Battery door tabs 8 23 Battery icon 24 Battery pack charging 9 107 Index 125 ...

Page 134: ...using a cordless modem to connect to the Internet 80 Done soft key 64 dongle 77 drivers 62 entering an assigned passkey 66 if no passkey is needed 66 making the Field PC discoverable 65 Menu soft key 64 Object Push Profile OPP 74 Partnership Settings screen 67 peripheral devices communicating with a Bluetooth dongle 77 profiles Dial Up Networking DUN 74 Human Interface Device HID profile 74 81 OBE...

Page 135: ...tual COM ports 67 using to connect with a GPS receiver 67 Bluetooth card 24 if you installed new drivers 74 Bluetooth settings option 59 Brightness settings option 59 Button functions customizing 15 identifying 14 list 14 Buttons customizing functions See Customizable buttons settings option 59 using to restore all factory defaults See restoring all factory defaults C Cable routing channel 5 Calcu...

Page 136: ...slot Charge indicator 33 Charge LED about 22 flashing 9 Charging the battery pack 9 Cleaning the Field PC 91 Clock and Alarms 59 Closing running programs to replace battery pack 22 to reset the device 40 COM 1 Port 108 Communications module cleaning 92 location on Field PC 5 specifications 107 Compact Flash card copying data from 26 if the card is not recognized 26 installing 26 reinserting or cha...

Page 137: ... CF or SD card 45 to a desktop computer 44 using the stylus 20 Cordless modem using with Bluetooth to connect to the Internet 80 Creating an ActiveSync connection 12 Creating a name for the Field PC 9 Current Limits 108 Customer service See service center preparing for a call Customizable buttons 15 Customizing button functions 15 Cutting 20 Cutting items to paste 20 D DC jack 9 See also 12V DC ja...

Page 138: ...cklight dimming Discoverable Bluetooth mode 65 Display product specifications 106 Disposing of the battery pack See Recycling the battery pack Download Agent 57 Drag and drop 20 Drive names for Field PC 45 47 Drivers if you installed new Bluetooth drivers 74 Drivers Bluetooth 62 Drives 40 E Enter button functions 15 Entering data 20 See also Input methods Enunciators 108 Error Reporting settings o...

Page 139: ...Field PC about 2 anatomy of 2 cleaning display bezel 93 speaker and microphone 93 stylus slot 93 touchscreen 91 in case the device locks up 18 instructions for installing extended caps 147 operating system 106 operating temperature 107 processor 106 protecting against mechanical shock 89 protecting the touchscreen 88 repairing 93 resetting 40 shock absorbency specifications 107 storage temperature...

Page 140: ...about 57 using to back up to a CF or SD card 45 using to explore the Field PC 40 Files exploring 40 Finding settings 59 firewall application warning 98 Four way directional button functions 15 Frequently Asked Questions if the device locks up 18 G Games 56 Getting Started Disc 50 as a reference tool 3 using to install ActiveSync 11 GPS card 24 GPS receiver using with virual COM ports 67 green noti...

Page 141: ... HID profile 81 I Icons See Status icons Incoming Bluetooth COM port 71 Input method icon 32 Input method menu 32 Input methods Block Recognizer 32 default input method 32 keyboard 31 Letter Recognizer 32 switching methods 32 Transcriber 32 input selector arrow 32 Input settings option 59 Inserting memory cards 3 Installing ActiveSync See ActiveSync installing instructions 11 ...

Page 142: ... Keyboard product specifications 106 Keyboard backlight 39 L Landscape view 34 LED signals about 22 charge LED 22 notification LED 22 using to power off the device 18 using to power on the device 39 using to restore factory state 19 Light See backlight LED signals Lock settings option 59 Locked screen 97 Lockup of the device how to restart the device 18 40 M Main screws 5 ...

Page 143: ...gital card USB flash drive Menus settings option 59 Messaging 55 Microphone cleaning 93 Microsoft Internet Explorer 55 Microsoft Outlook 2 Microsoft Windows 2000 steps to install ActiveSync 11 Microsoft Windows Vista instructions for basic file synchronization 10 Microsoft Windows XP for users of 11 Microsoft Word 2 MIL STD 810F 107 Minimizing a program 41 Modem card 24 Multiple items copying 27 s...

Page 144: ...ce tool 2 finding program specific help 43 using Contents 43 using the Search function 43 Opening an item or file 20 Operating system of the Field PC 106 Operating temperature 107 Outgoing Bluetooth COM port 68 Outlook Mobile 2 Overmolding cleaning 92 Owner Info settings option 59 P Partnership See ActiveSync deleting a partnership ActiveSync establishing a partnership connecting with another devi...

Page 145: ...ripheral device 26 Physical measurements of the Field PC 106 Pictures Videos 57 Pinouts 109 Pocket MSN 57 Pop up menu 27 Portrait view 34 Power See Battery power Wall charger specifications 108 Power button functions 15 using to restore factory defaults 19 Power button functions 17 Power button menu 39 Powering off the device about 17 39 instructions 18 39 Powering on the Field PC 18 PowerPoint 2 ...

Page 146: ...See Programs R Reassigning a program or shortcut to a button 16 Recalibrating the touchscreen 97 Reference tools for users 3 Regional settings 60 Remaining battery capacity status icon function 33 image 33 Remove Programs settings option 60 Repairing the Field PC 93 Replacing the battery pack 3 22 Resetting the device 18 40 As a basic task 3 manual reset 18 Restoring factory defaults 19 Rotating t...

Page 147: ...8 SD card See Secure Digital card Secure Digital I O card slot SDIO card slot See Secure Digital I O card slot Seal rating 107 Search application 58 Secure Digital card copying data from 26 installing 26 reinserting or changing a card 26 Secure Digital I O card slot acceptable devices 24 accessing 25 location on Field PC 5 product specifications 106 Selecting an item 20 Serial number using to crea...

Page 148: ...9 Personal menu See Programs System menu 59 Shock mechanical 89 Soft keys about 34 Menu soft key 41 Up soft key 40 Software development tools 103 Software programming documentation 102 SDK 102 Sounds and notifications settings option 60 Speaker cleaning 93 Speaker status icon 33 Specifications 106 Standard cap tightening 27 Start menu about 31 54 accessing 31 functions 31 programs and utilities 54...

Page 149: ...pabilities 106 Storage temperature 107 Storing the device by powering off 17 Stylus about 19 functions 19 like left button of computer mouse 19 like right button of computer mouse 19 location on Field PC 5 responds inaccurately after recalibration 97 Stylus slot cleaning 93 location on Field PC 5 Stylus strokes no screen response during calibration 97 Suspending the device 17 as compared to poweri...

Page 150: ... specs 27 Timer See Backlight timer Today screen about 30 as a part of the Start menu 54 locking the device 30 unlocking the device 30 Today settings option 60 Top cap designed to protect 25 removing 25 torque specs for tightening 27 Top cap screws location on Field PC 5 removing 25 tightening 27 Torque specs for the standard cap 27 Touchscreen calibrating 21 checking for damage or wear 97 ...

Page 151: ...ction 98 Field PC runs slowly 97 touchscreen responds inaccurately 97 Turning off the backlight See Backlight turning off U Unlocking the device 97 Unlock position 23 Upcoming appointments 30 Up soft key 40 USB Client mini B location on Field PC 5 using to create an ActiveSync connection 12 USB communications cable Using to create an initial ActiveSync connection 12 USB devices 25 compatability wi...

Page 152: ... V Virtual COM ports for Bluetooth 67 W Wall charger assembling 9 using to charge battery pack 9 Wall charger plug 9 Warning dialog for powering off 18 White space 27 Windows 2000 for users of 11 Windows applications See Windows Mobile 6 Windows Mobile compatible with applications 2 Use with Microsoft Outlook 2 Windows Mobile 6 ActiveSync version requirement 2 compatibility with Windows applicatio...

Page 153: ...Index 145 Windows Mobile Device Center 11 51 Creating a Connection 52 Windows Vista synchronization options 11 Windows XP for users of 11 Wireless communication options 108 Word See Microsoft Word ...

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Page 155: ...eral devices This booklet explains how to install each cap and also how to mount an external device like a GPS receiver on your Field PC Before You Begin Maximum card lengths for each cap are listed on page 3 To avoid damaging your Field PC refer to them before inserting a card See the Table of Contents to find instructions for installing your specific extended cap ...

Page 156: ...izes Universal Optical and Data Acquisition DAQ Caps Foam pads in different sizes Seal adapter plate and screws Card pull tabs Clear CF card spacer Required Tools 1 Phillips screwdriver If you are mounting an external device you need a razor blade or sharp knife ...

Page 157: ...mum Card Lengths The maximum total card length for each cap is listed below CAUTION Using cards that exceed the maximum lengths listed above may damage your Field PC and void the warranty Communication Cap 2 75 inches 70 mm Universal Cap 3 8 inches 96 5 mm Optical Cap 3 5 inches 89 mm Data Acquisition Cap 1 43 inches 36 4 mm ...

Page 158: ... to install the Communication Cap For instructions on installing the Universal Optical and Data Acquisition DAQ caps see the next section 4 1 Use a 1 Phillips screwdriver to loosen the captured top screws on the Field PC Remove the standard cap ...

Page 159: ...e hard to turn 2 Insert your card To keep your card securely in its slot cushion it by placing small or medium sized foam pieces inside the top of the cap Insert enough foam into the cap so that when you slide the cap back onto the Field PC with little pressure a inch 6 mm gap remains between the cap and the Field PC as shown in 6 mm gap 5 ...

Page 160: ...ewdriver to loosen the captured top screws on the Field PC Remove the standard cap 2 Place the seal adapter plate onto the Field PC with the arrow pointing towards the display Tighten the two adapter plate screws 6 adapter plate screws seal adapter plate ...

Page 161: ...t image in step 2 3 If you are inserting an SD or CF memory card make it easier to remove by first placing a card pull tab onto the card Insert the card Type I CF card spacer 4 A Type I CF card is thinner than a Type II card so it needs a spacer to keep the card in place Before you insert a Type I CF card 1 8 inch or 3 mm thick first insert the card spacer in the CF card slot closest to the front ...

Page 162: ...de the cap into place with little pres sure a inch 6 mm gap re mains between the cap and the Field PC This gap closes when you secure the cap in step 8 8 5 Once you have inserted your card s tighten the four small side screws until the top of each screw is flush with the outside of the gasket piece CAUTION Before removing an inserted card loosen the four small side screws by 1 8 inch 3 mm ...

Page 163: ...so the screws engage To properly seal the cap apply an extra or turn after the screws become hard to turn Note Even if a small gap remains between the extended cap and the body molding the Field PC is fully sealed 7 If you are using the Data Acquisition DAQ Cap plug the wiring harness into the inserted Data Acquisition CF card 9 ...

Page 164: ...USB device This section explains how to insert a cable in the cable channel and how to mount the external device onto the extended cap These instructions assume you have already installed your extended cap onto the Field PC 10 1 Turn off the Field PC and remove the extended cap bottom hand strap latch battery door and battery pack Leave the serial adapter plate in place Carefully remove the four s...

Page 165: ...nsor cable along the cable channel and out through the body molding 3 With the cable in place slide the body molding into place and tighten the four side screws Replace the battery pack battery door and hand strap 11 ...

Page 166: ...he seal adapter plate must be installed to seal the Field PC If you have not already installed the seal adapter plate onto your Field PC see steps 2 4 of the previous section for instructions 12 4 Connect the sensor connec tor to the 9 pin serial port or USB host port ...

Page 167: ...t the cable exits out of the top of the cable channel Note The incision does not affect the seal of the Field PC 6 To give the cable an exit through the extended cap cut the thin rubber overmolding on the extended cap along the entire scribe line using a razor blade or sharp knife make cut here 13 incision ...

Page 168: ...o turn after the screws become hard to turn 14 9 Mount the sensor on the front of the extended cap and secure it with a strap Note An optional sensor mounting strap is available for purchase The figure here shows a GPS antenna mounted on the Universal Cap and secured with the sensor mounting strap ...

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Page 170: ...ice Selection Chart CF SDIO cards Wi Fi X X X Cellular Modem X X X Bluetooth Class 1 or 2 X X X Digital Camera X X GPS Receiver X Bar Code Scanner X RFID Scanner X X NI CF 6004 X CF Memory Card X X X SDIO Memory Card X X X X C O M M U N I C A T I O N U N I V E R S A L O P T I C A L D A T A A C Q U I S I T I O N ...

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