User Manual
Table Of Contents
- Allegro CE™ Owner's Manual
- Table of Contents
- Chapter 1 Introduction
- Chapter 2 Hardware Components
- Chapter 3 Memory Configuration and Data Storage Options
- Chapter 4 Windows CE Operating System
- Chapter 5 Technical Reference
- Chapter 6 Software Developer’s Guide for Allegro CE 3.0 and CE .NET
- Chapter 7 FCC Information, Warranty, and Software License Agreement
- Chapter 8 Expansion Pods
- Index
- Table of Contents
- Chapter 1 Introduction
- Chapter 2 Hardware Components
- Case Design
- Keyboard
- Display
- System Tray Indicators
- Batteries
- Main Power Source
- Setting Battery Charge
- Battery Life
- Recharging the NiMH Battery Pack
- Battery Gauging Explained
- Battery Status Icons
- When the Battery Voltage Drops
- Power Management Feature
- Changing NiMH Battery Pack
- Alkaline Battery Holder: Inserting Batteries and Usage Information
- Storing the Allegro CE During Inactive Periods
- NiMH Battery Pack's Useful Life
- Spare NiMH Battery Packs
- Short-Term Backup Supply
- Real Time Clock
- Main Power Source
- Communication Ports
- USB/Power Dock
- PC Cards
- Expansion Pods
- Chapter 3 Memory Configuration and Data Storage Options
- Chapter 4 Windows CE Operating System
- Windows CE Overview
- CE .NET Viewers
- ActiveSync Transfer
- Downloading ActiveSync from the Internet
- Installing ActiveSync
- Establishing a First Time ActiveSync Connection
- Establishing Additional ActiveSync Connections
- New Partnership Set Up
- USB MultiSync
- USB MultiSync Connections
- Transferring Files Between the Allegro CE and the Desktop PC
- Windows Explorer
- Storing Files and Programs
- System Save/Restore Utilities
- Application Command Bars
- PTab Spreadsheet Program
- Pocket Word/WordPad
- Internet Explorer and Inbox
- Calculator Program
- Terminal Program
- Chapter 5 Technical Reference
- Chapter 6 Software Developer’s Guide for Allegro CE 3.0 and CE .NET
- Chapter 7 FCC Information, Warranty, and Software License Agreement
- Chapter 8 Expansion Pods
- Index

Page 5-6 Technical Reference
Power
- Rechargeable 3.6V 3800 mAHr NiMH high capacity battery pack
(Sharp camcorder battery)
- NiMH batteries last 12 to 20 hours depending on the application
(maximum continuous use is 30 hours)
- Alkaline battery holder uses three AA alkaline cells (optional
accessory)
- Power manager automatically switches unit into low power mode
for optimum efficiency
- Separate power input connector for charging and direct power
input, 10-20 V DC, 5.5 x 2.1 mm DC power jack
- Vehicle charger is available
- Rapid internal smart-charging in three to five hours; automatic
switch to trickle charge mode to preserve charge and protect battery
Sound
- Screen taps, key beeps
- Sounds can be customized and associated with events
- Volume is adjustable
Clock
- Internal real time clock
- +/- three minutes per month accuracy
Certifications
- FCC Class A
- European CE Mark
Expandability
- Expansion Pods: Allow you to integrate additional components
with the Allegro CE; Pods replace the PC card door and remain fully
sealed
- Integrated autonomous GPS expansion pod available
- Future expandability options include an RF network, animal ID
reader, bar code scanner, and analog sensor input.
Specifications are subject to change without notice.