User's Manual CN30 Mobile Computer
Intermec Technologies Corporation Worldwide Headquarters 6001 36th Ave.W. Everett, WA 98203 U.S.A. Cedar Rapids Technical Communications 550 Second Street SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52401 U.S.A. www.intermec.com The information contained herein is proprietary and is provided solely for the purpose of allowing customers to operate and service Intermec-manufactured equipment and is not to be released, reproduced, or used for any other purpose without written permission of Intermec.
Contents Contents Before You Begin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix Global Services and Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . x Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi Web Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Using the Status Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Scanning with the 2D Area Imager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 StorageMedia . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Using the SD Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Creating an All-Day Event . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting a Reminder for an Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adding a Note to an Appointment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Making an Appointment Recurring. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assigning an Appointment to a Category. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sending a Meeting Request . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Using Internet Explorer Mobile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Viewing Mobile Favorites and Channels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Browsing the Internet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Getting Connected . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Connecting to an Internet Service Provider . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents About the Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wireless Printing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bluetooth Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Configuring Bluetooth Using Intermec Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 118 122 123 Reprogramming the CN30 Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Before You Begin Before You Begin This section provides you with safety information, technical support information, and sources for additional product information. Safety Information Your safety is extremely important. Read and follow all warnings and cautions in this document before handling and operating Intermec equipment. You can be seriously injured, and equipment and data can be damaged if you do not follow the safety warnings and cautions.
Before You Begin Global Services and Support Warranty Information To understand the warranty for your Intermec product, visit the Intermec web site at www.intermec.com and click Service & Support. The Intermec Global Sales & Service page appears. From the Service & Support menu, move your pointer over Support, and then click Warranty. Disclaimer of warranties: The sample code included in this document is presented for reference only. The code does not necessarily represent complete, tested programs.
Before You Begin Who Should Read This Manual This manual provides you with information about the features of the CN30 Mobile Computer, and how to install, configure, operate, maintain and troubleshoot it. Before you install and configure the CN30, you should be familiar with Pocket PC or Windows CE, your network and general networking terms, such as IP address and network naming conventions. Related Documents This table contains a list of related Intermec documents and part numbers.
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1 Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Use this chapter to familiarize yourself with the CN30 Mobile Computer.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Introducing the CN30 Mobile Computer The Intermec CN30 is an ergonomically designed Mobile computer built on the Microsoft® Windows® Mobile Version 5.0 operating system. It is a lightweight, easy-to-use, reliable computer that runs client/server applications, terminal emulation applications, as well as browser-based applications. Battery Light Intermec Ready-to-work Indicator Scan Buttons 7 CN30 Computers with an IEEE 802.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Audio The audio system consists of two speakers, internal microphone and an external headset jack. Speaker The main speaker (on back) is capable of variable volume levels and is located on the back of the computer. The external headset jack connects a mobile phone style headset to your mobile computer for use in noisy environments. The jack is a 2.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Using the Battery The CN30 uses a lithium-ion battery as its main power source. You must fully charge the main battery before you can use the CN30. When you change the battery, a backup battery (super capacitor) maintains your memory, data and real-time clock for at least 10 minutes. The 14-key keypad module has a 3.7V 2400 MAh battery that is internal to the module and is not user replaceable. The 56-keypad module has a removable 3.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Charging and Installing the Battery To charge the battery Either insert the battery into the CN30 AC9 Quad charger or place the CN30 with battery installed in the AD9 charge dock. For more information on these accessories, see page 27 ‘Accessories for the CN30’. The batteries fully charge in approximately 4 hours. Note: If you do not plan to use the computer for several months, remove the keypad module from the console and store it in the shipping box.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer You can also check the battery status by looking at the Battery light on the front of the CN30 or by using the battery diagnostics screen. Battery Light Flashes red on low battery condition To view the status of this battery, tap Start > Settings > the System tab > the Power icon > the Power tab to view the current status of both the main battery and the backup battery. Tap ok to exit this information.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Adjusting the Beeper For information about setting volume levels for screen taps, ActiveSync alert noises, etc., tap Start > Help. Enabling the Beeper 1 Tap Start > Settings > the Personal tab > the Sounds & Notifications icon, then tap the Sounds tab. 2 Check for which features the CN30 Computer should enable sounds, then tap ok to close. 3 Tap the Volume icon at the top of the screen, tap On, then move the slider bar to your desired level.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Select a Beeper Volume To select a beeper volume for the CN30 Mobile Computer, tap Start > Settings > the System tab > the Intermec Settings icon. Tap the Device Settings option, tap (+) to expand Beeper, then tap (+) to expand Volume. Select an item, then close this option. Note: Information about the settings you can configure with the Intermec Settings control panel applet is described in the Intermec Computer Command Reference Manual (P/N: 073529).
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Using the Keypad Your CN30 has one of the following keypads: • 56-key full alphanumeric • 14-key function • 10-key numeric You can order all versions of the CN30 56-keypad with an international overlay. The international overlay supports English and many Western European languages, such as French, German, Italian, Portuguese, and Spanish. You enter all of the characters and functions printed above the keys just like you would on a standard keypad.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer The 56-Key Keypad Backlight Key Scan Buttons Orange Key Green Key Using the Color-Coded Keys Each keypad available for the CN30 provides color-coded keys to let you access additional characters, symbols, and functions printed on the keypad overlay. Once you understand how to use the color-coded keys and key sequences, you will know how to access all of the additional features printed on the keypad overlay.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Using the 14-Key Keypad Module Backlight key Scan buttons Orange key Green key The 14-key keypad module provides basic navigation through the Windows Mobile Version 5.0 screens. To rotate the display On the 14-key or 56-key keypad, press the Green key. Press the Windows Logo key. Press the key again to return to portrait (default) mode. To enable the Backlight On the 14-key or 56-key keypad, press the Green key. Press the backlight key.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Using the 10-Key Keypad Module Backlight key Scan buttons Orange key Green key The 10-key keypad module provides basic navigation through the Windows Mobile Version 5.0 screens. To rotate the display On the 10-key keypad, press the Green key. Press the Windows Logo key. Press the key again to return to portrait (default) mode. To enable the Backlight On the 10-key keypad, press the Green key. Press the backlight key.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Magnifier Application The Magnifier application allows you to view an enlarged portion of the CN30 Computer screen by tapping and holding the stylus. The enlarged window can be moved to any location on the screen. To Start Magnifier with the Keypad • On the 14-key or 56-key keypad, press the Orange key. Press the Magnifier key. • Tap and hold the stylus to move the displayed area of the screen. For more help, see the Magnifier help under Windows help.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Using the Power (I) Key When you press the (I) key to turn off the CN30, you actually put the CN30 in Suspend mode. In Suspend mode, the CN30 continues to supply power to all memory, but turns off power to most hardware. This powersaving feature is designed to prolong battery life. When you press the (I) key to turn the CN30 back on, your computer resumes where it was when you turned it off. If you are using WPA or 802.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Using the Screen The CN30 Computer has a 3.7” diagonal 640x480 pixel (VGA) transflective TFT-LCD 64K color display. The screen supports Unicode characters, user programmable fonts and bitmap graphics. The Start screen has two distinct areas; the desktop and the taskbar. The desktop displays shortcuts to some of the applications installed on the CN30 Computer. The taskbar displays the Start menu, the time, the onscreen keyboard icon and the desktop icon.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Resetting Your CN30 Mobile Computer In some cases where the CN30 Mobile Computer completely stops responding, it may be necessary to perform a cold reset. Because cold resetting may result in data loss, it is not recommended unless all other recovery methods have failed. Performing a Warm-Boot on the CN30 Computer If your charged CN30 Computer does not resume after pressing (I), or if the computer or an application is locked up, you may need to do a warmboot.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Software Build Version To check to see if your CN30 Mobile Computer has the latest software build, select Start > Internet Explorer > the Intermec logo. The latest software build version is displayed beneath the Version Information title. This information is useful should you need product support assistance.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Using the Speakers The high-volume speaker on the back of the CN30 Computer, is capable of variable volume levels. This speaker is capable of reproducing voice and WAV files, and is used primarily to convey status tones. There is a separate volume control in the toolbar at the top of the display. You can also control the volume using the Intermec Settings applet. Information on this control and applet are on the next page.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Enabling the Speaker and Adjusting the Volume To enable the speaker and adjust the volume: 1 Tap the Volume icon at the top of the screen. 2 Tap On, then move the system volume slider to the desired volume level. Up is louder, down is quieter. 3 To mute system sounds, tap Off or move the slider to the bottom. You can also enable the speaker and adjust the volume with the Intermec Settings applet.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Good Scan Light Battery Light Flashes red on low battery condition Scanning Bar Codes Use the scanner to scan and enter bar code data. The type of scanner you are using and the type of bar code you are decoding determines the way you scan the bar code. The CN30 Computer supports the scanning of 2D images. Plus, if you are using an integrated handle or a tethered scanner, the way you scan bar codes is different.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Scanning with the 2D Area Imager The CN30 Computer has the 2D area imager, which provides the ability to scan 2D bar code symbologies and supports omni-directional (360°) scanning where you can position the CN30 Computer in any orientation to scan a bar code label. Using the 2D area imager is very similar to taking a picture with a digital camera. 1 Press (I) to turn on the CN30 Computer.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer StorageMedia Note: MultiMediaCards (MMCs) are not supported in CN30 Mobile Computers. The CN30 Mobile Computer supports Secure Digital storage cards. To access the card slot, locate the access door at the side of the CN30 Mobile Computer, remove its two screws, then remove the door. See the CN30 Mobile Computer Quick Start Guide (P/N: 962-054-125) for more information. CompactFlash Cards On CN30 Mobile Computers, the CompactFlash card slot accepts only the 802.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Using the SD Card You can use a Secure Digital (SD) card to increase file storage and install software. The CN30 currently supports SanDisk SD cards only. The SD card slot is located on the side of the CN30. To insert an SD card 1 Press (I) to turn off the CN30. 2 Remove the two screws on the SD card slot door and remove the door. 3 Gently insert the SD card into the CN30 with the printed side facing the keypad and screen side of the CN30.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Physical and Environmental Specifications Use this section to locate technical information about the CN30 and its available features and options.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Wireless LAN Standards Compliant: IEEE 802.11g (2.4 GHz - OFDM) IEEE 802.11b (2.4 GHz - DSSS) Data Rates: Up to 54 Mbps for 802.11g Up to 11 Mbps for 802.11b Radio Power Output: 50 m W Security: WEP, WPA, 802.11i, 802.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Power Specifications Note: Specifications will vary based on system configuration Operating: Rechargeable 2400 or 4800 mAh lithium-ion battery Backup: System supplies 10 minutes bridge time while replacing the battery or keyboard module Electrical Specifications Model: CN30 Electrical rating: 3.
Chapter 1 — Using the CN30 Mobile Computer Accessories for the CN30 Computer You can use these accessories (sold and ordered separately) with the CN30 Computer. To order accessories, contact your local Intermec representative. CN30 Quad Charger Use the Quad Battery Charger to charge up to four batteries or modules at the same time, in any combination. CN30 Charge Dock Use the CN30 Charge Dock to hold a CN30 Computer with its battery installed.
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2 Windows Mobile This chapter introduces Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 for Pocket PC. While using your CN30 Computer, keep these key points in mind: • Tap Start on the navigation bar, located at the top of the screen, to quickly move to programs, files, and settings. Use the command bar at the bottom of the screen to perform tasks in programs. The command bar includes menus, icons, and the onscreen keyboard. • Tap and hold an item to see a pop-up menu containing a list of actions you can perform.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Software Builds Do the following to determine which Intermec build of Windows Mobile 5.0 is on your unit. 1 Select Start > Internet Explorer > the following Intermec logo. 2 Note the information beneath the CN30 Version Information title. 3 Tap the Close icon in the top right corner to exit the Internet Explorer.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Windows Mobile and many of the technologies supported by the CN30 Computer are not from Intermec Technologies. Many of the utilities and features on a Windows Mobile device come directly from Microsoft without any modification from Intermec Technologies. There may be certain Microsoft-specific issues that Intermec Technologies would not be able to support, so contact our front-line support personnel to determine the best source of assistance.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Programs You can switch from one program to another by selecting it from the Start menu. (You can customize which programs you see on this menu. For information, see “Adjusting Settings” on page 43.) To access some programs, tap Start > Programs, and then the program name. You can also switch to some programs by pressing a program icon. Your CN30 Computer has one or more program icons located on the front or side of the computer.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Navigation Bar and Command Bar The navigation bar is located at the top of the screen. It displays the active program and current time, and allows you to switch to programs and close screens. Tap to switch to a program Select from up to six recent accessed programs Tap to see more programs Tap to change device settings Tap to see a Help topic for the current screen Use the command bar at the bottom of the screen to perform tasks in programs.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Entering Information You can enter information on your CN30 Computer in several ways, depending on the type you have and the program you are using: Synchronizing Using Microsoft ActiveSync, synchronize or copy information between your desktop and CN30 Computer. For more information on ActiveSync, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop. Typing Using the input panel, enter typed text into the CN30 Computer.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 When you use the input panel, your CN30 Computer anticipates the word you are typing or writing and displays it above the input panel. When you tap the displayed word, it is inserted into your text at the insertion point. The more you use your CN30 Computer, the more it learns to anticipate.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Typing With the Onscreen Keyboard Tap the input panel arrow, then tap Keyboard. On the soft keyboard that is displayed, tap the keys with your stylus. • To type lowercase letters, tap the keys with the stylus. • To type a single uppercase letter or symbol, tap the Shift key. To tap multiple uppercase letters or symbols, tap the CAP key. • To convert a letter to uppercase, tap and hold the stylus on the letter and drag up.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 For specific instructions on using Block Recognizer, with Block Recognizer open, tap the question mark next to the writing area. Tap for assistance Using Letter Recognizer With Letter Recognizer, you can write letters using the stylus just as you would on paper. Tap the input panel arrow, then tap Letter Recognizer. Write a letter in the box. When you write a letter, it is converted to typed text that appears on the screen.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Writing on the Screen In any program that accepts writing, such as the Notes program, and in the Notes tab in Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks, you can use your stylus to write directly on the screen. Write the way you do on paper. You can edit and format what you have written and convert the information to text at a later time. Tap the Pen icon to switch to writing mode.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 After Recognition Before Recognition If the conversion is incorrect, you can choose different words from a list of alternates or return to the original writing. To do so, tap and hold the incorrect word (tap one word at a time). On the pop-up menu, tap Alternates. Tap the word use from the menu with a list of alternate words, or tap the writing at the top of the menu to return to the original writing.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Drawing on the Screen You can draw on the screen in the same way that you write on the screen. The difference between writing and drawing on the screen is how you select items and how they are edited. For example, you can resize selected drawings, while you cannot resize writing. Creating a Drawing Select Menu > Draw, then draw a line to initiate a drawing box. Subsequent strokes in or touching the drawing box become part of the drawing.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Tap Menu > View Recording Toolbar to add the recording toolbar to the bottom of the screen. 1 Hold the CN30 Computer’s microphone near your mouth or source of sound. 2 Tap the red circle to start your recording. 3 Tap the black box when finished. If you are recording in an open note, an icon appears in the note, like in the following sample. If you are creating a stand-alone recording, it appears in the note list.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Using My Text When using Messaging, use My Text to quickly insert preset or frequently used messages into the text entry area. To insert a message, tap Menu > My Text, then select a message. • To quickly add common messages, tap Menu > My Text and tap a desired message. • To edit a My Text message, tap Menu > My Text > Edit My Text Messages. Tap the message you want to edit and enter new text at the bottom of the screen.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Customizing Your CN30 Computer You can customize your CN30 Computer by adjusting settings and installing additional software. Adjusting Settings You can adjust settings to suit the way you work. To see available options, tap Start > Settings > either the Personal tab or the System tab located at the bottom of the screen. You might want to adjust the following: Personal tab Systems tab Menus To customize what appears on the Start menu.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Adding Programs Using ActiveSync Install the appropriate software for your CN30 Computer on your desktop before installing it on your CN30 Computer. 1 Determine your CN30 Computer and processor type so that you know which version of the software to install. Tap Start > Settings > the System tab > the About icon > the Version tab, then make a note of the information in Processor.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Adding a Program Directly from the Internet 1 Determine your CN30 Computer and processor type so that you know which version of the software to install. Tap Start > Settings > the System tab > the About icon > the Version tab, then make a note of the information in Processor. Note this information 2 Download the program to your CN30 Computer straight from the Internet using Pocket Internet Explorer. You may see a single *.XIP, *.EXE, or *.ZIP file, a SETUP.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Adding a Program to the Start Menu Tap Start > Settings > the Personal tab > the Menus icon, then the check box for the program. If you do not see the program listed, you can either use File Explorer on the CN30 Computer to move the program to the Start Menu folder, or use ActiveSync on the desktop to create a shortcut to the program and place the shortcut in the Start Menu folder.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Microsoft ActiveSync Visit the following Microsoft Web site for the latest in updates, technical information, and samples: www.microsoft.com/windowsmobile/resources/communities/default.mspx Using Microsoft ActiveSync, you can synchronize the information on your desktop with the information on your CN30 Computer. Synchronization compares the data on your CN30 Computer with your desktop and updates both computers with the most recent information.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Once you have set up ActiveSync and completed the first synchronization process, you can initiate synchronization from your CN30 Computer. To switch to ActiveSync on your CN30 Computer, tap Start > Programs > the ActiveSync icon. Note that if you have a wireless LAN card, you can synchronize remotely from your CN30 Computer. For future use, this is added to your Start menu in the Recent Programs area, via Start > ActiveSync.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Calendar: Scheduling Appointments and Meetings To switch to Calendar on the CN30 Computer, tap Start > Calendar. Use Calendar to schedule appointments, including meetings and other events. You can check your appointments in one of several views (Day, Week, Month, Year, and Agenda) and set Calendar to remind you of appointments with a sound or other method. Appointments for the day can display on the Today screen.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Note: In Month View, the day of an appointment assigned to the Holiday category appears in red. This day was assigned the Holiday category. Tap to access the Year view What’s an All Day Event? An appointment can either be a normal appointment or an all day event, which lasts the full day or spans many days. Examples include a trade show, a vacation, or a seminar. You can also use all day events to schedule an annual event, such as a birthday or anniversary.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 What’s a Recurrence Pattern? If you have an appointment or task that you do on a regular basis, such as a weekly team meeting or a monthly status report, enter the item once and set a recurrence pattern for it. If the default patterns in the list are not what you need, you can create your own pattern using the wizard. Select your recurrence pattern from this list Select to access the wizard with which to customize your recurrence.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Creating or Changing an Appointment To create an appointment, tap Menu > New Appointment. To select a new date from a pop-up calendar, tap the display date. To enter or select a new time, tap the display time. Enter the appointment details, and when finished, tap ok to return to the calendar. If you are working in Day view, tap and hold the time slot for the new appointment, then select New Appointment to have the time automatically entered for you.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Creating an All-Day Event To create an all-day event, do the following. To change an all-day event, switch to Day or Agenda, tap the event listed at the top of the calendar, then tap Edit. Change any appointment detail by tapping it and entering the new information. 1 Tap Menu > New Appointment. 2 Tap All Day, then select Yes. Tap to select “Yes” or “No” for the all-day event You cannot modify or create all day events with attendees on the CN30 Computer.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Setting a Reminder for an Appointment Do the following to set a reminder for an appointment in the calendar: 1 Tap the appointment, then tap Edit to change the appointment. 2 Tap Reminder and select Remind me. 3 To change how many minutes before the appointment you are reminded, tap the minutes displayed, then select the new minutes from a drop-down or enter the new minutes. Tap minutes to change hours, days, or weeks.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Adding a Note to an Appointment You can add written or typed notes and even recordings (if your CN30 Computer supports recordings) to an appointment. This is a good place for maps, drawings, and other detailed information. To edit an existing note, tap the appointment in the calendar, tap Edit, then tap the Notes tab. 1 In the calendar, tap the appointment, then tap Edit. 2 Tap the Notes tab to enter notes.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Assigning an Appointment to a Category To find an appointment assigned to a category, tap Menu > Filter, then select the type of appointment that you want displayed. To show all appointments again, tap Menu > Filter > All Appointments to clear all categories. 1 In the calendar, tap the appointment, tap Edit, then tap Categories. 2 Check the categories to which you want to assign the appointment.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 3 Repeat this procedure until you have everyone you want to invite to the meeting, then tap ok. 4 Messaging automatically creates a meeting request and sends it to the attendees the next time you synchronize with your desktop. Textual notes entered in the Notes tab (excluding writing) are also sent.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Deleting an Appointment 1 In the calendar, tap and hold the appointment. 2 On the pop-up menu, tap Delete Appointment. The next time you synchronize, the appointment is also deleted from the desktop. Changing Calendar Options In the calendar, tap Menu > Options, tap either tap, make your changes, then tap ok to return to the calendar. • Tap the General tab to change the calendar view.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues To switch to Contacts on the CN30 Computer, tap Start > Contacts. Contacts maintains a list of your friends and colleagues so that you can easily find the information you are looking for, whether you are at home or on the road. You can enter both personal and business information. If you use Microsoft Outlook on your desktop, you can synchronize contacts between your CN30 Computer and your desktop.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Synchronizing Contacts Contacts stored on your CN30 Computer can be synchronized with Outlook contacts stored on your desktop or with Mobile Information Server 2002 or later. New items entered in one location are copied to the other during synchronization. Handwritten notes and drawings are saved as pictures when synchronizing with your desktop, but are removed when synchronizing with a server. For information on synchronization, see ActiveSync Help on the desktop.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Creating or Changing a Contact • To create a contact, tap New. To enter notes, tap the Notes tab. When finished, tap ok to return to the contact list. New contacts are added to the displayed category. • To change a contact, tap it in the contact list, and then tap Menu > Edit. To cancel edits, tap Menu > Undo. When finished making changes, tap ok to return to the contact list.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Assigning a Contact to a Category 1 In the contact list, tap the contact, and then tap Menu > Edit. 2 Scroll to, tap Categories, then check categories to assign to the contact. 3 To create a new category, tap New, enter the category name, then tap Done. The new category is automatically checked in the list. 4 Tap ok to return to the contacts.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 • To find a contact assigned to a category, tap Menu > Filter, then select the type of contact to display. To show all contacts again, tap Menu > Filter > All Contacts to clear all categories. • To view the names of companies for which your contacts work, in the contact list, tap Menu > View By > Company. The number of contacts that work for that company is displayed to the right of the company.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Tasks: Keeping a To Do List To switch to Tasks on your CN30 Computer, either tap Start > Programs > the Tasks icon. Note for future access, this is added to your Start menu in the Recent Programs area, via Start > Tasks. Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do. A variety of task information can display on the Today screen. If you use Microsoft Outlook on your desktop, you can synchronize tasks between your CN30 Computer and desktop.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 • To change a task, tap it in the task list, and then tap Edit. Using the onscreen keyboard, enter a description. To assign the task to a category, tap Categories and check categories from the list. In the task list, you can filter tasks by category. When finished, tap ok to return to the task list. Synchronizing Tasks Tasks stored on the CN30 Computer can synchronize with Microsoft Outlook on your desktop. Task synchronization is automatic in ActiveSync.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas To switch to Notes on your CN30 Computer, tap Start > Programs > the Notes icon. For the future, this is added to the Start menu in the Recent Programs area, via Start > Notes. Notes helps you quickly capture your ideas, notes, and thoughts. You can create a note using written and typed text, drawings, and recordings. You can also share your notes with others through e-mail, infrared, and synchronization with your desktop.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Computer with the My Documents folder for the CN30 Computer on your desktop. To synchronize your notes through notes synchronization, first select the Notes information type for synchronization in ActiveSync. The next time you synchronize, all notes in My Documents and its subfolder on your CN30 Computer appear in Outlook Notes on your desktop.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 With synchronization, messages are synchronized between the CN30 Computer Inbox and the PC Inbox by using ActiveSync and Microsoft Exchange or Microsoft Outlook. For more information, see “Synchronizing E-mail Messages” below. When connecting to a POP3 or IMAP4 server, you use a modem to connect to your Internet service provider (ISP), or a modem or Ethernet card to connect to the local area network to which your e-mail server is connected.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 synchronize additional folders by designating them for ActiveSync. The folders you create and the messages you move are then mirrored on the server. For example, if you move two messages from the Inbox folder to a folder named Family, and you have designated Family for synchronization, the server creates a copy of the Family folder and copies the messages into that folder. You can then read messages while away from your desktop.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 which messages to download completely. The next time you connect, Inbox downloads the complete messages you have marked for retrieval and sends the messages you have composed. Setting Up or Changing an Account To set up a a POP3 or IMAP4 e-mail account, tap Menu > Tools > Options > New Account. Follow the instructions in the New Account Wizard. To set up an SMS account, tap Menu > Switch Accounts, and then tap SMS. Follow the instructions on the screen.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Depending on the e-mail address options that you select, you can use a directory service in addition to your contact list to verify names. 1 In the message list, tap New. 2 To select an account, tap the From list and select “ActiveSync,” “SMS,” or the desired e-mail account. 3 Enter the e-mail address or SMS address of one or more recipients, separating them with semicolons. To access addresses and phone numbers from Contacts, tap To. 4 Enter your message.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 matting may be lost when you save the document on your CN30 Computer. The following features are not supported in Word Mobile: Backgrounds These are not displayed or saved by Word Mobile. Bi-directional text While Word Mobile will open documents containing bi-directional text, the indentations and alignment may be displayed and saved incorrectly. Document protection Word documents can be protected from unauthorized changes by using Protect Document on the PC.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 The following features are not supported on the CN30 Computer; however, they are retained in the file so that when a file is opened on the PC again, they appear as expected: Fonts and font sizes Fonts not supported by the CN30 Computer are mapped to the closest font available, although the original font will be listed on the CN30 Computer. When a document that has been edited in Word Mobile is opened on the PC, text is displayed in the original font.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 You can enter information in Word Mobile in by typing or writing. Each mode has its own toolbar, which you can show and hide by tapping the Input Panel icon in the center of the command bar. You can change the zoom magnification by tapping View > Zoom, then select the percentage you want. Select a higher percentage to enter text and a lower one to see more of your document.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Written words are converted to graphics (metafiles) when a Pocket Word document is converted to a Word document on your desktop. Synchronizing Word Mobile Documents Word Mobile documents can be synchronized with Word documents on your desktop. To synchronize files, first select the Files information type for synchronization in ActiveSync. When you select Files, the My Documents folder for the CN30 Computer is created on your desktop.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Unsupported Features in Excel Mobile Excel workbooks created on your PC can be opened and edited on your CN30 Computer. However, Excel Mobile does not fully support some features such as formulas and cell comments. Some data and formatting may be lost when you save the workbook on your CN30 Computer.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Creating a Workbook Use Excel Mobile to create workbooks, such as expense reports and mileage logs. To create a new file, tap Start > Programs > the Excel Mobile icon > New to access a blank workbook. Or, if you have selected a template for new workbooks under the Menu > Tools > Options, that template appears with appropriate text and formatting already provided. For future use, this is added to your Start menu in the Recent Programs area, via Start > Excel Mobile.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 • Freeze panes on a worksheet. First select the cell where you want to freeze panes. Tap View > Freeze Panes. You might want to freeze the top and leftmost panes in a worksheet to keep row and column labels visible as you scroll through a sheet. Tap View > Unfreeze Panes to undo this process. • Split panes to view different areas of a large worksheet. Tap View > Split. Then drag the split bar to where you want it. To remove the split, tap View > Remove Split.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Starting a Slide Show Presentation 1 To start a slide show presentation, tap Start > Programs > the PowerPoint Mobile icon. For future use, this is added to your Start menu in the Recent Programs area, via Start > PowerPoint Mobile. 2 In the presentation list, tap the slide show you want to view. 3 Tap the current slide to advance to the next slide. If the presentation is set up as a timed slide show, slides will advance automatically.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 6 Tap Default to view the presentation in the orientation that best fits the size and shape of the screen. Windows Media Player for Windows Mobile Use Microsoft Windows Media for Windows Mobile to play digital audio and video files that are stored on your CN30 Computer or on a network. To switch to Windows Media on your CN30 Computer, tap Start > Windows Media.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Internet Explorer Mobile Use Internet Explorer Mobile to view Web or WAP pages in either of these ways: • During synchronization with your desktop, download your favorite links and mobile favorites that are stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in Internet Explorer on the desktop. • Connect to an ISP or network and browse the Web. To do this, create the connection first, as described in “Getting Connected” on page 84.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Mobile Favorites If you are using Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or later on your desktop, you can download mobile favorites to your CN30 Computer. Synchronizing mobile favorites downloads Web content to your CN30 Computer so that you can view pages while you are disconnected from your ISP and desktop. Use the Internet Explorer plug-in installed with ActiveSync to create mobile favorites quickly.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Using Internet Explorer Mobile You can use Internet Explorer Mobile to browse mobile favorites and channels that were downloaded to your CN30 Computer without connecting to the Internet. You can also connect to the Internet through an ISP or a network connection and browse the Web. Viewing Mobile Favorites and Channels 1 Tap Favorites, or Menu > Favorites to display your list of favorites. 2 Tap the page you want to view.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Browsing the Internet 1 Set up a connection to your ISP or corporate network using Connections, as described in “Getting Connected” on page 84. 2 To connect and start browsing, do one of the following: • Tap Favorites, or Menu > Favorites, and then tap the favorite you want to view. • In the address bar that appears at the top of the screen, enter the Web address you want to visit and then tap Enter. Tap the arrow to choose from previously entered addresses.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Connecting to an Internet Service Provider You can connect to your ISP, and use the connection to send and receive e– mail messages and view Web or WAP pages. You can connect to your ISP via a modem connection. Get an ISP dial-up access telephone number, a user name, and a password from your ISP. If you do not have a modem dock, use a NULL modem cable and appropriate adapters to connect an external modem to your CN30 Computer through the serial port.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 3 Enter the access phone number, then tap Next. For more information, tap use dialing rules. 4 Enter the user name, password, and domain (if provided by an ISP or your network administrator), then tap Finish. 5 Tap the Advanced tab from the Connections screen, then tap Dialing Rules to specify your current location. These settings apply to all connections. Tap Use dialing rules, tap OK, then tap Edit to continue.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 6 Specify your current phone type. If your phone type is pulse dialing, check Pulse dialing. If your type is tone dialing (as most phone lines are), then clear Pulse dialing. Continue to tap ok to close each page and return to the Settings page. To start the connection, start using one of the following programs. Once connected, you can: • Send and receive e-mail messages by using Messaging.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 To view additional information for any screen in the wizard or while changing settings, tap the Help icon. Creating a Modem Connection to Work 1 Tap Start > Settings > the Connections icon. In My Work Network, tap Add a new modem connection. 2 Enter a name for the connection, such as “Company Connection.” In the Select a modem list, select your modem type, then tap Next to continue.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 • Enter the phone number exactly as you want it dialed. For example, if you call from a business complex or hotel that requires a nine before dialing out, enter “9” in front of the phone number. • Enter the APN provided by your mobile phone service provider. • When using dialing rules, phone numbers are entered differently.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Creating a VPN Server Connection to Work A VPN connection helps you to securely connect to servers, such as a corporate network, via the Internet. Ask your network administrator for the following: user name, password, domain name, TCP/IP settings, and host name or IP address of the VPN server To view additional information for any screen in the wizard or while changing settings, tap the Help icon.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 3 Select the type of authentication. If you select A pre-shared key, enter the key provided by your network administrator. 4 Enter your user name, password, and domain name as provided by your ISP or network administrator, then tap Finish. If a domain name was not provided, try the connection without entering a domain name. Insert necessary equipment, such as a network (Ethernet) card, into the CN30 Computer, and use a desired program to begin connecting.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 Connecting Directly to an E-mail Server You can set up a connection to an e-mail server so that you can send and receive e-mail messages by using a modem or network connection and Messaging on your CN30 Computer. The ISP or network must use a POP3 or IMSP4 e-mail server and an SMTP gateway. You can use multiple e-mail services to receive your messages. For each email service you intend to use, first set up and name the e-mail service.
Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Version 5.0 4 Select the appropriate service type from the Account type drop-down list, either “POP3” or “IMAP4,” or enter a new account type, then tap Next. 5 In Incoming mail, enter the name of your e-mail server. In Outgoing mail, enter the name of your Simple Mail Transfer Protocol (SMTP) host. If you are using a network connection, enter your domain name in Domain. Tap Options to do additional configurations. Tap Finish to assign this service.
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3 Configuring the CN30 Computer Use this chapter to understand how to install applications onto your CN30 Mobile Computer and how to configure the CN30 Computer to communicate in your network. Note: Desktop icons and applet icons are shown to the left. Any place that Start is mentioned, tap the following Windows icon in the top, left corner of your CN30 desktop.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Developing Applications for the CN30 Computer CN30 Computers run applications programmed in Microsoft Embedded Visual C++. Use this section to understand what you need to: • Develop a new application for the CN30 Computer. • Convert an application from an older computer to a CN30 application. To develop applications for your CN30 Computer, use the Resource Kits in the Intermec Developer Library (IDL). Download the IDL from the Intermec web site at www.intermec.com.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 • Microsoft eMbedded Visual C++ version 4.0 with Service Pack 2 • Intermec Resource Kits and development tools • Migration Resource Kit, which contains these files and utilities: • Functions library • Header files • Example files The Migration Resource Kit is part of the IDL, which is available as a download from the Intermec web site at www.intermec.com. Contact your Intermec representative for more information.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 puter uses standard Windows Mobile CAB files and does install third-party CAB files. For the CN30 Computer, CAB files register DLLs, create shortcuts, modify registry entries, and run custom setup programs. Tap a CAB file to extract that file or place the CAB file on one of the approved storage devices in the “\CabFiles” folder, then perform a warm-boot on the CN30 Computer. There are two methods available to extract a CAB file: • Tap a CAB file to extract it.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 3 Click Explore to access the “Mobile Device” folder on your unit. 4 From your PC, select Start > Windows Explorer, then browse the “C:\Intermec\CN30 Mgmt Tools\CabFiles” path for any CAB files needed for your CN30 Computer. Select the appropriate file, right-click the file for a pop-up menu, then select Copy.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Launching Your Application Automatically Note: This describes the system component startup for Intermec provided components only. It does not describe the bootstrap loader process. It only describes the component installation process provided by Windows Mobile. It is assumed that you understand the Microsoft Mobile startup procedures and are familiar with how Microsoft components start up.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 PostShell searches the “\Flash File Store\SYSTEM” directory for an executable of the same name. If one exists, that application is launched instead. This application can do what a customer desires and is launched after the Microsoft Shell starts initialization. The Microsoft Shell does not require complete initialization before this application begins and that may cause some application or system issues.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 AutoRun is reserved for customer use to configure application launch sequences. It launches the CAB installer, AutoCab, as well as any customer programs that added to the AUTOUSER.DAT file and is described on the next page. The hierarchy of these files is shown below. runautorun autoexec autocopy autoreg autorun foldercopy autocab customer applications autocab AutoExec AutoExec (AUTOEXEC.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Keywords that AutoExec supports are: QUIET Enables user notification when an error occurs. LOGGING Enables logging to a trace file. SIGNAL Enables the specified named event and is immediately signaled. Useful for notifying other components of the current status. CALL Opens another .DAT file to process. After the called file is completed, this file is resumed. RUN Runs a program with a SW_SHOWNORMAL attribute. Autoexec does not wait for the child process to exit.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 AutoRun AutoRun (AUTORUN.EXE) automates operations such as launching other processes and is configured through the AutoRun data file (AUTORUN.DAT). This script file must be in the same directory as the program itself. AutoRun supports the following script commands in AUTOUSER.DAT and AUTORUN.DAT. Note: If you need to add steps at boot time, add them to AUTOUSER.DAT, not to AUTORUN.DAT. AUTORUN.DAT is provided by Intermec and is subject to change. AUTOUSER.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 The return code from the process uses the standard error codes defined in WINERROR.H. Example: ; use AutoCopy to copy the control panel from flash file store to windows. autocopy.exe -S"\Flash File Store\System\Audio.cpl" -D"\Windows\Audio.cpl" ; use AutoCopy to move the control panel from flash file store to windows. autocopy.exe -M1 -S"\Flash File Store\System\Audio.cpl" -D"\Windows\Audio.cpl" AutoReg The AutoReg (AUTOREG.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 AutoCab only installs the CAB file if it was not installed before by AutoCab. To track the installation of a CAB file, AutoCab marks the CAB file with the System attribute. This attribute is ignored if the device is performing a cold-boot on a non-persistent file system. AutoCab preserves the CAB file after installation if the ReadOnly attribute is set. If not set, the CAB file is deleted automatically after installation.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 To create and install the AUTORUN.DAT file on your CN30 Computer 1 On the CN30 Computer, create a folder called “SYSTEM.” 2 On your desktop, open the Notepad application. 3 Write commands for AUTORUN.DAT using these supported script commands: Script Command Description EXEC Launches a specified program and waits up to 10 minutes for it to complete. CALL Processes a specified file of commands, returns.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Configuring with the Setup Assistant When first setting up the CN30 Computer, use the Setup Assistant to set or enable basic network parameters and connect your CN30 Computer to the network. The Setup Assistant guides you through setting the following basic network parameters: date and time (including time zone), SSID (Network name), DHCP server or IP address, subnet mask, and default router, primary and secondary DNS or WINS addresses, and device name.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 The default reference time server is the USNO (tock.usno.navy.mil). To synchronize the time on your CN30 with this time server, you must have a valid connection to the Internet. You can also synchronize the CN30 Computer system time with a corporate network server within your firewall that is SNTP-capable. To use an internal corporate network server, you need to set the command name in the registry.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Example In the host application, you want to get the current values of two configuration commands from the CN30 Computer. Send the CG$+NABV transaction from the host application Note: The transaction header is not shown in this example. You do not need a transaction header for a host application in a TCP/IP network, but you do for a UDP Plus network. where: CG is a TMF Configuration Get request. $+ is the Change Configuration reader command.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 To set up the application, prepare and write a host application that can communicate with the Intermec Application Server and send transactions to and receive transactions from the CN30 Computer in this format. For an example of the host application transaction, see page 110.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 • connecting a USB cable between the USB connector in the back of the CN30 Dock and your desktop computer. Configuring 802.11b/g Radio Communications Make sure all components with antennas are at least 30 cm (1 ft) aport when power is applied. Failure to comply could result in equipment damage.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Configuring Bluetooth Radio Communications “Bluetooth” is the name given to a technology standard using short-range radio links, intended to replace the cables connecting portable and fixed electronic devices. The standard defines a uniform structure for a wide range of devices to communicate with each other, with minimal user effort. Its key features are robustness, low complexity, low power, and low cost.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 • If Bluetooth is disabled, and either a warm-boot or a cold-boot was performed, the CN30 Computer boots up with Bluetooth disabled. Do the following to turn on Bluetooth: Select Start > Settings > the Connections tab > the Bluetooth icon > the Mode tab. Check Turn on Bluetooth, check Make this device discoverable to other devices, then click ok to apply this change. Devices Use this tab to scan for other Bluetooth devices.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 2 When the CN30 Computer is finished scanning, any newly discovered devices appear in the box. Tap Refresh to do additional discoveries. 3 Select a device to which to connect, then click Next. 4 Enter a passkey to establish a secure connection, then tap Next. Tap Yes if prompted to let the other device connect with your CN30 Computer.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 5 Select what services you want from this remote device, then click Finish to return to the Devices tab. COM Ports Use this page to connect to other devices or allow other devices to connect with your CN30 Computer. 1 Tap New Outgoing Port to connection to a Bluetooth device, select the device to add, then click Next.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 2 Select a port from the Port drop-down list, check Secure Connection, then click Finish to return to the COM Ports page. 3 Tap New Incoming Port to allow other Bluetooth devices to connect with your CN30 Computer, select on which port to secure this connection, then click Finish to return to the COM Ports page. You can press and hold on a device to either edit that device or delete it from the list.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Wireless Printing The Wireless Printing applet separates the task of wireless printing from other Bluetooth management items not relevant to this task. Wireless Printing has a concept of the “current wireless printer.” This printer is the one to which the CN30 Computer makes a connection when the wireless printing COM port is opened. If there is no current wireless printer, there is no wireless printing COM port.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 3 Momentarily, Bluetooth devices discovered within range appear. If your preferred printer is in the list, select to highlight the printer, then tap OK. If you do not see your preferred device, make sure this device is powered on and set to discovery, then tap Device Discovery again. Click Cancel to return to the first screen without making changes.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 3 Type the address of your device in the field, then click OK. Tap Cancel to return to the first screen without making changes. When you set your printer manually, your device does not receive the printer name. Therefore, “-unknown-” is displayed under Device Name unless you enter the correct value in to the registry in some other way.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 3 Select to highlight the printer of choice, then tap OK. Tap Cancel to return to the first screen without making changes.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Bluetooth Audio Use this applet to discover, activate, and connect to Bluetooth audio devices, such as Bluetooth headsets. You can select a desired audio mode or control the audio volume and microphone gain for the connected Bluetooth headset (if the connected headset has these capabilities). From the CN30 desktop, select Start > Settings > the System tab > the Bluetooth Audio icon to access the Bluetooth Audio applet.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 • Tap the Mic gain slider bar to adjust the microphone gain of the connected Bluetooth audio device. • Click Disable Bluetooth audio to disable Bluetooth audio input/output functionality. • Click Headset intercom for a full duplex audio link between the CN30 and the headset. • Click System audio to set up the Bluetooth headset as an audio input/ output device to play audio files and audio (speech) input for voice automation or voice recognition software.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Registry Entries There are three main “shift plane” registry entries which map the keypad device scancodes to the windows virtual key values. Each registry entry is an array of 128 WORDs (2 byte unsigned int, little endian). Since scan codes generated by the keypad device can range in value from 0x00 to 0x7f, the driver uses the generated scan code value as an index into one of the shift plane entries to determine the virtual key value sent up to the system.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 4 Save the modified shift plane mappings Write the registry values back. 5 Signal the keypad to reload Open the “ITC_KEYBOARD_CHANGE” named event and call SetEvent() to signal the keypad to reload.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Configuring the SF51 Scanner The following information pertains to configuring the SF51 Scanner to work with your CN30 Computer. These instructions assume you have the EasySet application installed on your desktop or laptop. The EasySet application is available from the Intermec Data Capture web site, contact your Intermec representative for information about this application.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Creating an SF51 Connection Label To initiate a connection from the SF51 Scanner, use your EasySet application to create an SF51 connection label with the CN30 Bluetooth address. The device address is listed in the Bluetooth applet via the Devices tab on your CN30 Computer, like the following example: 1 On your desktop or laptop, double-click the EasySet icon to activate the EasySet application if you have not already done so.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 3 Enter the Bluetooth address assigned to your CN30 Computer (shown in your Bluetooth applet), then click OK to close this dialog. 4 The connection label for the SF51 Scanner appears to the right in the EasySet application, similar to the following. Scan the label once, then confirm the Intermec Ready-To-Work™ indicator (green light) on the end of the SF51 Scanner starts blinking, which means it is trying to connect.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 If you want to rename these connections to descriptions more suitable for your situation, press the stylus on each SF51 Scanner connection for a popup menu, then select Rename. Enter the new description, then tap ok to save your entry. When the SF51 Scanner is connected, configuration changes take effect immediately. When the SF51 Scanner is not connected, configuration changes take effect once the SF51 Scanner is reconnected.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Wireless Network Your wireless adapter (network interface card) connects to wireless networks of two types: infrastructure networks and ad-hoc networks. • Infrastructure networks get you onto your corporate network and the internet. Your CN30 Computer establishes a wireless connection to an access point, which links you to the rest of the network. When you connect to a network via an access point, you are using the 802.11b/g infrastructure mode.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 WPA (Wi-Fi Protected Access) This is an enhanced version of WEP that does not rely on a static, shared key. It encompasses a number of security enhancements over WEP, including improved data encryption via TKIP and 802.11b/g authentication with EAP. WiFi Alliance security standard is designed to work with existing 802.11 products and to offer forward compatibility with 802.11i. WPA2 (Wi-Fi Protected Access) Second generation of WPA security.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 WPA runs in Enterprise (802.1x) mode or PSK (Pre-Shared Key) mode: • In Enterprise mode, WPA provides user authentication using 802.1x and the Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP). That is, an authentication server (such as a RADIUS server) must authenticate each device before the device can communicate with the wireless network. • In PSK mode, WPA provides user authentication using a shared key between the authenticator and the CK31.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 c For Validate Server Certificate, select “Yes,” then press Enter. Note that you must have the date on the CN30 Computer set correctly when you enable Validate Server Certificate. If you select “TLS:” a Load a user and root certificate on your CN30 Computer. For help, see “Loading Certificates” on page 129. b For Validate Server Certificate, select “Yes,” then press Enter.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Using 802.1x Security 802.1x security provides centralized user authentication using an authentication server, authenticators (access points), and supplicants. These components communicate using an EAP authentication type, such as TLS (Transport Layer Security) or PEAP (Protected Extensible Authentication Protocol). 802.1x security provides data encryption using dynamic WEP key management. To use 802.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 If you select “TLS:” a Load a user and root certificate on your CN30 Computer. For help, see “Loading Certificates” on page 129. b For Validate Server Certificate, select “Yes,” then press Enter. Note that you must have the date on the CN30 Computer set correctly when you enable Validate Server Certificate. c You must enter a User Name and Subject Name. You can also enter a Server 1 Common name or Server 2 Common name if you want to increase your level of security.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 5 For Encryption, select “WEP” and press Enter. 6 Select User Name, type your user name, then press Enter. 7 Select User Password, type a user password, press Enter, then exit the Intermec Settings applet. Using Static WEP Security The CN30 Computer uses the Wired Equivalent Privacy (WEP) protocol to add security to your wireless network based on the 802.11b standard. To use WEP security, you need a CN30 Computer with an 802.11b/g radio and an access point with an 802.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Using the Profile Wizard To start 802.11b/g communications on the CN30 Computer, tap Start > Settings > the System tab > the Wireless Network icon to access the Profile Wizard for the 802.11b/g radio module. A profile contains all the information necessary to authenticate you to the network, such as login name, password or certificate, and protocols by which you are authenticated. You can have up to four profiles for different networks.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Profile Label Enter a unique name for your profile. Network type Tap the list to select “Infrastructure” if the network uses access points to connect to the corporate network or internet; or “Ad-Hoc” to set up a private network with one or more participants. Channel If you select “Ad-Hoc” for the network type, select the channel on which you are communicating with others in your network. There are up to 11 channels available.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 4 If you had set Association to “Shared,” then select a data transmission key from the Data TX Key drop-down list near the bottom of this screen, then enter the encryption key for that data transmission in the appropriate Key # field. To enable WPA encryption using a pre-shared key: 1 Set 8021x Security as “None.” 2 Set Association to “WPA.” Skip Encryption as it is automatically set to “TKIP.” 3 Enter the temporal key as ASCII (12345) in the Pre-Shared Key field.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 4 Enter the temporal key as ASCII (12345) in the Pre-Shared Key field. PEAP (Protected EAP) This protocol is suitable for performing secure authentication against Windows domains and directory services. It is comparable to EAP-TTLS (see page 146), both in its method of operation and its security, though not as flexible. This does not support the range of inside-the-tunnel authentication methods supported by EAP-TTLS. Microsoft and Cisco both support this protocol.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 5 Tap Additional Settings to assign an inner PEAP authentication and set options for server certificate validation and trust. See page 143 for more information. To enable PEAP with WPA encryption: 1 Set 8021x Security as “PEAP.” 2 Set Association to “WPA.” Skip Encryption as it is automatically set to “TKIP.” 3 Enter your unique Username and password to use this protocol.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 3 Set Encryption to either “TKIP” or “AES.” 4 Enter your unique Username and password to use this protocol. Select Prompt for password to have the user enter this password each time to access the protocol; or leave Use following password as selected to automatically use the protocol without entering a password. 5 Tap Get Certificates to obtain or import server certificates. See page 150 for more information.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 6 Tap Additional Settings to assign an inner PEAP authentication and set options for server certificate validation and trust. See page 143 for more information. Additional PEAP Settings 1 Select an authentication method from the Inner PEAP Authentication drop-down list. EAP/MS-CHAP-V2 Authenticates against a Windows Domain Controller and other non-Windows user databases. This is Microsoft's implementation of PEAP. EAP/Token Card Use with token cards.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 TLS (EAP-TLS) EAP-TLS is a protocol that is based on the TLS (Transport Layer Security) protocol widely used to secure web sites. This requires both the user and authentication server have certificates for mutual authentication. While cryptically strong, this requires corporations that deploy this to maintain a certificate infrastructure for all their users.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 5 Tap Additional Settings to set options for server certificate validation and trust. See page 146 for more information. To enable TLS with WPA2 encryption: 1 Set 8021x Security as “TLS.” 2 Set Association to “WPA2.” 3 Set Encryption to either “TKIP” or “AES.” 4 Enter your unique Subject Name and User Name as credentials for this profile. 5 Tap Get Certificates to obtain or import server certificates. See page 150 for more information.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 5 Tap Get Certificates to obtain or import server certificates. See page 150 for more information. 6 Tap Additional Settings to set options for server certificate validation and trust. See below for more information. Additional TLS Settings 1 Check Validate Server Certificate to verify the identity of the authentication server based on its certificate when using TLS. 2 Enter the Common Names of trusted servers.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Use “TTLS” to configure the use of EAP-TTLS as an authentication protocol, and select “Open,” “WPA,” “WPA2,” or “Network EAP” as an association mode. To enable TTLS with an open association (default configuration): 1 Set 8021x Security as “TTLS.” 2 Set Association to “Open.” Skip Encryption as it is automatically set to “WEP.” 3 Enter your unique Username and password to use this protocol.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 5 Tap Additional Settings to assign an inner TTLS authentication and an inner EAP, and set options for server certificate validation and trust. See page 149 for more information. To enable TTLS with WPA2 encryption: 1 Set 8021x Security as “TTLS.” 2 Set Association to “WPA2.” 3 Set Encryption to either “TKIP” or “AES.” 4 Enter your unique Username and password to use this protocol.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 To enable TTLS with Network EAP: 1 Set 8021x Security as “TTLS.” 2 Set Association to “Network EAP.” 3 Set Encryption to either “WEP” or “CKIP.” 4 Enter your unique Username and password to use this protocol. Select Prompt for password to have the user enter this password each time to access the protocol, or leave Use following password as selected to automatically use the protocol without entering a password. 5 Tap Get Certificates to obtain or import server certificates.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 3 Enter the Common Names of trusted servers. Note that if these fields are left blank, the server certificate trust validation is not performed or required. 4 Check Validate Server Certificate to verify the identity of the authentication server based on its certificate when using TTLS. 5 Enter the Anonymous EAP-TTLS Name as assigned for public usage. Use of this outer identity protects your login name or identity. 6 Click X to return to the Security page.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Web Enrollment Tap Web Enrollment to obtain a user certificate over the network from an IAS Server. Tap X to return to the Security page. LEAP (Cisco Lightweight EAP) LEAP is the Cisco Lightweight version of EAP. Use “LEAP” to configure the use of LEAP as an authentication protocol, select “Open,” “WPA,” “WPA2,” or “Network EAP” as an association mode, or assign “Network EAP.” Note that this defaults to the Network EAP.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 To enable LEAP with WPA encryption: 1 Set 8021x Security as “LEAP.” 2 Set Association to “WPA.” Skip Encryption as it is automatically set to “TKIP.” 3 Enter your unique Username to use this protocol. 4 Select Prompt for password to have the user enter this password each time to access the protocol, or leave Use following password as selected to automatically use the protocol without entering a password. To enable LEAP with WPA2 encryption: 1 Set 8021x Security as “LEAP.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 To enable LEAP with Network EAP: 1 Set 8021x Security as “LEAP.” 2 Set Association to “Network EAP.” 3 Set Encryption to either “WEP” or “CKIP.” 4 Enter your unique Username to use this protocol. 5 Select Prompt for password to have the user enter this password each time to access the protocol, or leave Use following password as selected to automatically use the protocol without entering a password. Advanced Use this page to configure additional settings for this profile.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 user credentials. This provides illegal users ways to mimic legitimate users and steal network resources and compromise security. Check this box to detect and report client behavior suspected of being rogue APs. Once a rouge AP is detected, your CN30 Computer no longer associates with that AP until you perform a warm boot.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 3 An alert box appears telling you that you must save your settings and warm boot the CN30 Computer for your new security choice to take effect. Tap Yes or press Esc to clear this box. 4 Save your settings, then perform a warm-boot on the CN30 Computer. Networks already configured are preferred networks. You can connect to only preferred networks or search for and connect to any available network.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 3 Tap the Network Key tab, then do the following to disable authentication: a Set Authentication to either “Open” if WEP keys are not required; or “Shared” when WEP keys are required for association. b Set Data Encryption to “Disabled.” Do the following to enable WEP encryption: a Set Authentication to either “Open” if WEP keys are not required; or “Shared” when WEP keys are required for association. b Set Data Encryption to “WEP.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Do the following to enable WPA authentication: a Set Authentication to “WPA.” b Set Data Encryption to either “WEP” or “TKIP.” Do the following to enable WPA authentication using a preshared key: a Set Authentication to “WPA-PSK.” b Set Data Encryption to either “WEP” or “TKIP.” c Enter the new Network key.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 4 Tap the 802.1x tab, select either “PEAP” or “Smart Card or Certificate” for the EAP type, then tap Properties to adjust its settings. 5 Tap ok to return to the Configure Wireless Network screen. 6 From the Networks to access drop-down list, select “All Available,” “Only access points,” or “Only computer-to-computer” depending on the type of networks to which you connect. Tap ok to close this screen.
Chapter 3 — Configuring the CN30 Using Configuration Parameters A configuration parameter changes the way the CN30 Computer operates, such as configuring a parameter to have the CN30 Computer emit a very loud beep in a noisy environment. Use any of these methods to execute configuration parameters: Scan EasySet bar code labels: You can use the EasySet application from Intermec Technologies Corporation to print configuration labels.
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4 Maintaining the CN30 Computer Use this chapter to upgrade the operating system, solve problems you may encounter, and perform routine maintenance on your CN30 Mobile Computer. Note: Desktop icons and applet icons are shown to the left. Any place that Start is mentioned, tap the following Windows icon in the top, left corner of your CN30 desktop.
Chapter 4 — Maintaining the CN30 Computer Upgrading the Operating System on your CN30 Computer You can use the Intermec Recovery Tools CD to reinstall or upgrade the operating system software on the CN30 Computer. For more information, contact your Intermec representative for more information about this CD. In future releases, a SmartSystems™ 2.0 client will be made available in the Shared Tech “bundle.” You can use the SmartSystems Foundation 2.
Chapter 4 — Maintaining the CN30 Computer Problems While Operating the CN30 Computer Problem Solution You press I to turn on the CN30 Computer and nothing happens. • Make sure the backlight is on by pressing E. • Make sure you have a charged battery installed correctly. For help, see “Using the Battery” on page 8. • The battery may be discharged. Replace the battery with a spare charged battery, or charge the battery and try again. • Perform a warm-boot. The Battery status LED is on.
Chapter 4 — Maintaining the CN30 Computer Problems While Configuring 802.1x Security If you have trouble configuring the computer for 802.1x security, check these problems and possible solutions. Problems While Configuring 802.1x Security Problem Solution The CN30 Computer indicates that it is authenticated, but it does not communicate with the host. Make sure that the CN30 IP address, host IP address, subnet mask, and default router are properly configured for your network.
Chapter 4 — Maintaining the CN30 Computer Problems While Configuring 802.1x Security (continued) Problem Solution You are setting up multiple access points in a network, with different SSIDs, and the connection fails. The CN30 Computer does not save WEP key values when you change the SSID. Reenter the WEP key value after you change the SSID and select Apply Network Settings from the 802.11 Radio menu. You should now be able to connect to the different access points.
Chapter 4 — Maintaining the CN30 Computer Problems with Wireless Connectivity (continued) Problem Solution The Network Connection icon is in the status bar, but the host computer is not receiving any data from the CN30 Computer. In a UDP Plus network, there may be a problem with the connection between the Intermec Application Server and the host computer. Check with your network administrator or see the user’s manual for the Intermec Application Server.
Chapter 4 — Maintaining the CN30 Computer Problems While Scanning Bar Codes (continued) Problem Solution The scanner will not read the bar code label. Make sure you aim the scanner beam so it crosses the entire bar code label in one pass. The angle you are scanning the bar code label may not be working well, or you may be scanning the label “straight on.” Try scanning the bar code label again, but vary the scanning angle. The bar code label print quality may be poor or unreadable.
Chapter 4 — Maintaining the CN30 Computer Cleaning the Scanner Window and CN30 Screen To keep the CN30 Computer in good working order, you may need to clean both the scanner window and the CN30 screen. Clean the scanner window and CN30 screen as often as needed for the environment in which you are using the CN30 Computer. To clean the CN30 Computer, use a solution of ammonia and water. There are no user-serviceable parts inside the CN30 Computer.
5 Network Support The CN30 Mobile Computer automatically installs the appropriate software for radio use when the unit is powered on. It provides wireless connectivity via the Wireless Local Area Network (WLAN) using a radio option that provides up to 54 Mbps. Note: Desktop icons and applet icons are shown to the left. Any place that Start is mentioned, tap the following Windows icon in the top, left corner of your CN30 desktop.
Chapter 5 — Network Support Configuring IP Address and Name Servers Configure the IP address and name servers for your CN30 Computer using any of these methods: Via Intermec Settings You can set the IP address and name server information using the Intermec Settings applet regardless of the type of communications that may be in your CN30 Computer. To do so, tap Start > Settings > the System tab > the Intermec Settings icon. Tap (+) to expand Communications > 802.11 Radio > IP Settings.
Chapter 5 — Network Support 4 Configure the IP address and name server properties, tap ok, then ok again to return to the list of network card adapters. IP Address Name Servers Wireless 802.11 Communications Do the following to configure wireless connections: 1 Tap Start > Settings > the Connections tab > the Network Cards icon. 2 Select the appropriate option from the My network card connects to drop-down list.
Chapter 5 — Network Support 4 Configure the IP address and name server properties, tap ok, then ok again to return to the list of network card adapters. IP Address Name Servers Configuring Wireless 802.11 Communications Go to Chapter 3 “Configuring the CN30 Computer” for configuration information. To configure wireless 802.11 communications on the CN30 Computer, tap Start > Settings > the System tab > the Wireless Network icon to access the Profile Wizard for the 802.11b/g radio module.
Chapter 5 — Network Support To disable AutoIP, set the AutoCfg registry entry to “0.” If a DHCP server cannot be found, instead of using AutoIP, the system will display the “Unable to obtain a server assigned IP address” message. Note: If you try to disable AutoIP using a CAB file to set the registry value for AutoIP, remember to set the EnableDHCP value to “1” to keep DHCP enabled.
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Index I Index CN30 Mobile Computer User’s Manual 175
Index Numerics 802.11 WPA authentication Zero Configuration, 157 WPA authentication with pre-shared key Zero Configuration, 157 zero configuration WEP encryption, 156 802.
Index Calendar all day events, 50 creating, 53 appointments adding a note, 55 assigning to a category, 56 changing, 52 creating, 52 deleting, 58 finding, 57 making recurring, 55 setting a reminder, 54 viewing, 51 categories, 49 meetings sending a request, 56 options changing, 58 Pocket Outlook, 49 recurrence pattern, 51 Start menu icon, 32 synchronizing, 49 Capacitor internal super, 8 Capturing thoughts and ideas via Notes, 62 Categories calendar, 49 contacts assigning to, 62 Cisco Key Integrity Protocol,
Index EAP-FAST, 130 EAP-TLS, 144 EAP-Tunneled TLS, 146 EasySet creating an SF51 connection label, 127 scan bar code labels, 159 Edition information, 3, 30 Email account setting up an account, 92 Email server getting connected, 92 Ending a connection, 91 Ethernet configuration LAN9000 connection, 162 Excel Mobile about, 75 creating a workbook, 77 tips, 77 unsupported features, 76 Extensible Authentication Protocol, 130 F FAST (Flexible Authentication via Secure Tunneling), 130 Favorite links Internet Explor
Index Internet Explorer Mobile about, 81 browsing the Internet, 84 favorite links, 81 getting connected, 84 mobile favorites, 82 Mobile Favorites folder, 81 Start menu icon, 32 viewing mobile favorites and channels, 83 ISP connecting to via Windows Mobile, 85 creating a modem connection, 85 Internet Explorer Mobile, 84 Windows Mobile, 84 K Keeping a todo list via Tasks, 64 Keyboard, 14 Windows Mobile input panel, 36 Keypad backlight applet, 14 enabling backlight via backlight applet, 14 implementation, 123
Index packaging applications, 97 Orange shift plane, 124 P Packaging applications Flash File Store, 97 Object Store, 97 Persistent Storage Manager, 97 Secure Digital storage cards, 97 Patent information, xi PEAP security Microsoft, 140 Performing a cold boot, 4 Pocket Outlook, 48 Calendar, 49 POP3 Folder behavior connected to email server, 69 Power applet battery status, 8 Power applet battery status, 10 PowerPoint Mobile starting a slide show presentation, 79 unsupported features, 78 Windows Mobile, 78 Pr
Index Shift planes, 124 SMS Folder behavior connected to email server, 69 Sounds & Notifications applet enable beeper, 7 set vibrator, 20 Speakers, 18 beeper volume turning it on, 19 enabling via intermec settings applet, 19 Start Menu adding programs, 46 via ActiveSync, 46 via File Explorer, 46 Static WEP security Funk, 136 Status icons Windows Mobile, 31 Synchronize system time, 108 Synchronizing Calendar, 49 contacts, 60 email messages, 68 favorite links, 81 mobile favorites, 82 notes, 66 Tasks, 65 Word
Index Windows Mobile ActiveSync, 47 basic skills, 31 Calendar, 49 command bar, 33 Contacts, 59 edition information, 3, 30 Excel Mobile, 75 getting connected, 84 Messaging, 67 navigation bar, 33 Notes, 66 notifications, 33 popup menus, 33 PowerPoint Mobile, 78 programs, 32 status icons, 31 support URLs, 30 Tasks, 64 Today screen, 31 where to find information, 30 Windows Media Player, 80 Word Mobile, 71 writing on the screen, 38 Wired Equivalent Privacy, 130, 136 Wireless configuration intermec settings, 168
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