MC50 with Windows® Mobile 5.
MC50 with Windows® Mobile 5.
ii MC50 User Guide © 2007 by Motorola, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form, or by any electrical or mechanical means, without permission in writing from Motorola. This includes electronic or mechanical means, such as photocopying, recording, or information storage and retrieval systems. The material in this manual is subject to change without notice. The software is provided strictly on an “as is” basis.
iii Revision History Changes to the original manual are listed below: Change Rev A Date 5/2007 Description Initial release.
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Table of Contents Chapter 1 About This Guide Introduction .................................................................................................................... ix MC50 Documentation Set........................................................................................ ix Configurations................................................................................................................ x Chapter Descriptions .....................................................................
vi MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide QWERTY Configuration .......................................................................................... Special Character Key ............................................................................................ Key Mode Icon ........................................................................................................ Entering Information Using the QWERTY Keypad ................................................. LED Indicators ...........
Table of Contents Chapter 4: Maintenance and Troubleshooting Introduction ................................................................................................................... 4-1 Maintaining the MC50 ................................................................................................... 4-1 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................
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About This Guide Introduction This User Guide provides information on operating the MC50 series of mobile computers with Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0. MC50 Documentation Set The end-user documentation for the MC50 is divided into separate guide that discuss information for specific types of users. • Microsoft® Applications User Guide for Symbol Devices - describes how to use Microsoft developed applications. • Symbol Application Guide - describes how to use Symbol developed sample applications.
x MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Configurations Depending on device configuration, the MC50 includes the following features: • Operating System: Microsoft Windows Mobile 5.0 • Memory Configuration: 64 MB ROM/64 MB RAM • Display: 3.
About This Guide xi Software Versions This guide covers various software configurations and references are made to operating system or software versions for: • Adaptation Kit Update (AKU) version • Fusion version. AKU Version To determine the Adaptation Kit Update (AKU) version: Tap Start > Settings > System tab > About icon > Version tab. This tab lists the operating system version and the build number. The last part of the build number represents the AKU number. For example, Build 15704.3.5.
xii MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Chapter Descriptions Topics covered in this guide are as follows: • Chapter 1, Getting Started lists the parts and accessories for the mobile computer and explains how to install and charge the batteries, replace the strap, and start the mobile computer for the first time. • Chapter 2, Operating the MC50 provides basic instructions for using and navigating the mobile computer.
About This Guide xiii Related Documents • MC50 Quick Start Guide, p/n 72-67793-xx • MC50 Regulatory Guide, p/n 72-67863-xx • MC50 Integrator Guide, p/n 72E-89351-xx • Microsoft Applications for Windows Mobile and CE 5.0 User Guide, p/n 72E-78456-xx • Symbol Application Guide, p/n 72-65258-xx • Symbol Mobility Developer Kits (SMDKs), available at: http://support.symbol.com. For the latest version of this guide and all guides, go to: http://support.symbol.com.
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Getting Started Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Getting Started Introduction This chapter lists the parts and accessories for the mobile computer and explains how to install and charge the batteries, replace the strap, and start the mobile computer for the first time.
1-2 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Accessories Table 1-1 lists the accessories available for the MC50 mobile computers. Table 1-1 Accessories Accessory Description Standard battery Spare 3.7V 1560 mAh lithium-ion battery. Extended capacity battery Spare 3.7V 3600 mAh lithium-ion battery. Stylus Performs pen functions. Soft case Protective case for the mobile computer. Rigid case Provides added protection for the mobile computer. Hand strap Slips around hand for convenient carrying.
Getting Started 1-3 Getting Started In order to start using the mobile computer for the first time: • install the main battery • charge the main battery and backup battery • start the mobile computer. Installing the Main Battery Before using the mobile computer, install a lithium-ion battery: 1. Using the stylus, slide the Battery Lock Switch to the left to unlock it. A red dot appears on the switch. 2. Insert the main battery into the back of the mobile computer as shown below. 3.
1-4 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Charging the Mobile Computer Battery Charging the Main Battery and Memory Backup Battery Before using the mobile computer for the first time, charge the main battery in the mobile computer for 24 hours, using a cradle or by connecting the power supply to the Cable Adapter Module (CAM). NOTE To ensure the quickest charging time, turn the mobile computer off while charging.
Getting Started 1-5 Table 1-2 Mobile Computer LED Indicators LED Indication LED 1 Solid Amber Charging main battery. Flashing Amber Error in charging; check cable connections. Solid Green Main battery in mobile computer is fully charged. Table 1-3 Single Slot Cradle Spare Battery Charging LED Indicators LED Indication Off No spare battery in slot; spare battery not placed correctly or cradle is not powered. Solid Amber Spare battery is charging.
1-6 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide The standard battery fully charges in approximately 3.5 hours and the extended capacity battery fully charges in approximately seven hours. See Table 1-2 on page 1-5 for mobile computer charging indications. Using the CAM To charge the mobile computer’s battery using the CAM: 1. Attach the CAM to the bottom of the mobile computer. 2. Plug the power connector into the power port, and the other end to a power source.
Getting Started 1-7 Calibrating the Screen To calibrate the screen so the cursor on the touch screen aligns with the tip of the stylus: 1. Remove the stylus from its storage silo on the back of the mobile computer. 2. Tap the Windows Mobile screen. 3. Carefully press and briefly hold the tip of stylus on the center of each target that appears on the screen. 4. Repeat as the target moves around the screen, then tap the screen to continue.
1-8 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Magnetic Stripe Reader The snap-on Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR) allows easy data capture with the swipe of a magnetic stripe card. The MSR snaps easily on to the bottom of the mobile computer and can be removed when not in use. Attaching the MSR To attach the MSR, slide the MSR onto the bottom of the mobile computer, and secure by pressing the arms into the mobile computer.
Getting Started 1-9 Figure 1-8 Swiping a Card NOTE The card may be swiped in either direction, from left to right, or from right to left. For best results, gently press down on the card while swiping to ensure contact with the bottom of the reader. Installing a Secure Digital Card Use Secure Digital (SD) memory cards to save or back up data. To install an SD memory card: 1. Power off the mobile computer. 2. Remove the screw securing SD cover and lift the cover out of the slot. 3.
1 - 10 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide 6. See the documentation that came with the card for information on using the card. Figure 1-10 SD Card Cover Installation Turning the Radio On and Off Using the Signal Strength Icon To turn off the WLAN radio, tap the Signal Strength icon and select Disable Radio. A red X appears across the icon indicating the radio is disabled (off). To turn the WLAN radio back on, tap the Signal Strength icon and select Enable Radio.
Getting Started 1 - 11 2. Select Wireless Manager. Figure 1-12 Wireless Manager Window 3. To enable or disable the wireless connection, tap its blue bar. To configure settings for a connection: 1. Tap Menu. Figure 1-13 Wireless Manager Menu 2. Select Wi-Fi Settings.
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Operating the MC50 Chapter 2 Chapter 2 Chapter 2 Operating the MC50 Introduction This chapter provides basic instructions for using the mobile computer. Using the Function Buttons The mobile computer has various buttons for performing certain functions. Power Button Reset Button Battery Release Battery Lock Switch Scan Button Keypad Lock Volume Action Button Scan Button Figure 2-1 Function Buttons • Power: Turns the mobile computer on and off. See Starting the Mobile Computer on page 1-6.
2-2 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide • Battery Lock Switch: Slide to unlock the battery. See Installing the Main Battery on page 1-3. • Battery Release: Slide to remove the battery. See Installing the Main Battery on page 1-3. Using the Stylus The mobile computer has a stylus for selecting items and entering information. The stylus functions as a mouse. • Tap: Touch the screen once with the stylus to press option buttons and open menu items.
Operating the MC50 2-3 Navigation Keypad The navigation keypad contains application keys, navigation keys, and an Enter key. See Table 2-1 for descriptions of the keypad. Figure 2-2 Navigation Configuration Table 2-1 Navigation Keypad Actions Key Action App 1 - App 4 The App keys can be assigned to an application. Refer to the Microsoft Applications for Windows Mobile and CE 5.0 User Guide for information on setting key assignments.
2-4 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide QWERTY Configuration The QWERTY keypad uses an alphanumeric keypad that produces the 26-character alphabet (A-Z, both lowercase and uppercase), numbers (0-9), and assorted characters. The keypad is color-coded to indicate which modifier key to press to produce a particular character or action. The keypad default is alphabetic, producing lowercase letters.
Operating the MC50 2-5 Table 2-2 QWERTY Keypad Actions (Continued) Key Navigation Keys Action Use these keys in conjunction with the Blue key to move the cursor on the display. The center key functions as an Enter key. Cursor Up Cursor Down Cursor Left Cursor Right Enter Backlight/ áü key Use this key to turn the display backlight on and off. Use this key in conjunction with the Orange key for selecting alternate characters and symbols. See Special Character Key on page 2-8.
2-6 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Table 2-2 QWERTY Keypad Actions (Continued) Key Action Contacts Use this key in conjunction with the Blue key, to instantly display the Contacts application without tapping the screen. This function is user programmable. Refer to the Microsoft Applications for Windows Mobile and CE 5.0 User Guide for more information. Phonepad Use this key in conjunction with the Blue key, to display the Phonepad application without tapping the screen.
Operating the MC50 2-7 Table 2-3 QWERTY Keypad Input Modes (Continued) Key Normal Shift or CAPS + Key Orange + Key Blue + Key H h H - J j J 4 Cursor Left K k K 5 Enter L l L 6 Cursor Right BACKSPACE Shift backspace DEL Shift CAPS Z z Z ? X x X ! C c C ‘ V v V “ B b B = N n N 7 M m M 8 , , 9 Brightness áü Brightness TAB SPACE STAR . ENTER Cursor Down tab space STAR keyboard * .
2-8 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Special Character Key NOTE Special characters are only available on the QWERTY keypad configurations. To add special characters using the MC50 áü key, type the related character first, then press the Orange + áü key. Continue holding the Orange key and pressing the áü key until the special character displays.
Operating the MC50 Table 2-4 Special Characters (Continued) Key r R s S t T u U y Y z Z $ / “ ( ) + ! .
2 - 10 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Table 2-4 Special Characters (Continued) Key Special Characters # & _ ‘ ? : - Key Mode Icon After pressing the Blue, Orange or Shift key, the Key Mode icon appears in the command bar indicating the key state. Blue Key Icon The Blue Key icon indicates that the blue key on the keypad was pressed and that the blue highlighted functions on the keypad are active. Press the Blue Key once to place the keypad momentarily into this state and select another key.
Operating the MC50 2 - 11 Orange Key Icon The Orange Key icon indicates that the orange key on the keypad was pressed and that the orange highlighted functions on the keypad are active. Press the Orange Key once to place the keypad momentarily into this state and select another key. A hollow orange circle appears. Press the Orange Key twice to lock the keypad in this state and select another key. A solid orange circle appears. Press the Orange Key a third time to unlock the keypad from this state.
2 - 12 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide When a program, such as Word Mobile, is open the icon appears in the command bar. To move the icon anywhere on the screen drag it to a new location. Double-tap the icon to return it to its default location in the command bar. To hide the icon, tap the icon and then tap Hide. To un-hide the icon, tap Start > Today. Tap the icon and then tap Show.
Operating the MC50 2 - 13 Table 2-5 Mobile Computer LED Indicators (Continued) LED Indication LED 2 Green Programmable Red Programmable Beeper Indicator The beeper on the mobile computer provides an audible indication for the scan status. Table 2-6 Beeper Indicator Beeper Indication Standard Use Low/medium/high beep Power up. Short high beep Bar code decoded (if decode beeper enabled). 4 long low beeps Transmission error detected; data is ignored.
2 - 14 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Linear Scanning Mobile computers with an integrated linear scanner have the following features: • Reading of a variety of bar code symbologies, including the most popular linear, postal, and 1-D code types. SeeTechnical Hardware Specifications on page A-1 for a complete list of bar codes. • Intuitive aiming for easy point-and-shoot operation.
Operating the MC50 2 - 15 Note: Typical performance at 73.4º F (23º C) on high quality symbols. MC 50 2.25 1.75 1.25 2.0 cm 15 38.1 10 25.4 5 12.7 0 0 5 12.7 10 25.4 15 38.1 6 mil 4.5 7.5 mil 6.25 10 mil 7.5 13 mil 8.5 20 mil 2.2 12 55 mil 4.3 in. 0 cm 0 in. 5 12.7 15 38.1 10 25.4 Depth of Field Figure 2-9 Linear Scanner Decode Zone 24 20 50.8 25 63.
2 - 16 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Note: Typical performance at 73˚F (23˚C) on high quality symbols in normal room light. Vcc = 3.3V MC 50 5 mil 3.5 in. cm 8 20.3 4 10.2 0 0 4 10.2 8 20.3 7.5 6.67 mil PDF417 6.0 3.75 2.75 7.5 mil W i d t h o f F i e l d 10 10 mil PDF417 3.25 2.25 * 10.25 13 mil (100% UPC) 15 mil PDF417 16 13.75 20 mil 21.5 * In. cm 0 0 5 12.7 10 25.4 15 38.1 20 50.8 25 63.
Operating the MC50 2 - 17 Correct Incorrect Figure 2-12 Linear Scanner Aiming Pattern Imager Scanning 1. Ensure that a scan enabled application is loaded on the mobile computer. 2. Aim the scan exit window at the bar code. Figure 2-13 Imager Scanning 3. Press the scan button. 4. Place the bar code in any orientation within the aiming pattern. Ensure the entire symbol is within the rectangular area formed by the brackets in the aiming pattern.
2 - 18 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide 5. Release the scan button. NOTE Imager decoding usually occurs instantaneously. The mobile computer repeats the steps required to take a digital picture (image) of a poor or difficult bar code, as long as the scan button remains pressed. Image Capture The MC50 with camera allows image capture. 1. Ensure that an image capture application is loaded on the mobile computer. 2. Aim the camera exit window at the object to capture.
Operating the MC50 2 - 19 Resetting the Mobile Computer There are two reset functions, warm boot and cold boot. A warm boot restarts the mobile computer by closing all running programs. A cold boot also restarts the mobile computer, and also resets the clock. Data saved in flash memory or a memory card is not lost. Perform a warm boot first. If the mobile computer still does not respond, perform a cold boot. Performing a Warm Boot Press the reset button on the back of the mobile computer with the stylus.
2 - 20 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide To unlock the mobile computer and free it for use, tap Unlock. Figure 2-19 Unlock Device Window Tap Unlock on the Unlock Device window. Infrared Communication Infrared Receive (IR) allows sending and receiving of information, such as contacts, appointments, and files between two mobile computers. Sending Information To send information: 1. Open the application containing the item to send. 2. Locate the item in the list.
Operating the MC50 2 - 21 Figure 2-21 Searching for a Device 6. After the file is sent a message appears indicating successful data transfer. NOTE Items, but not folders, can also be sent from File Explorer. Tap and hold the item, then tap Beam File on the pop-up menu.
2 - 22 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Receiving Information To receive information, align the mobile computer’s IR ports so that they are unobstructed and within close range. When information is sent from the other mobile computer, the mobile computer (if configured) receives it automatically. 1. In order to receive information automatically, tap Start > Settings > Connection tab > Beam icon. The Beam window appears. Figure 2-23 Beam Window 2.
Chapter 3 Accessories Chapter 3 Chapter 3 Accessories Introduction MC50 accessories provide a variety of product support capabilities. Accessories include cradles, Magnetic Stripe Reader (MSR) and Cable Adapter Module (CAM) snap-ons, four slot spare battery charger, headset, Multimedia Card (MMC), Secure Device (SD) card, and Universal Battery Charger (UBC) adapter. Cradles • Single Slot USB cradle charges the mobile computer main battery and a spare battery.
3-2 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Headset Use the headset to communicate via Voice-Over-IP (VOIP) or for audio playback and telephony applications. To connect the headset, remove the plug from the headset jack at the top of the mobile computer and insert the headset connector. Contact a Motorola representative for compatible headsets. Figure 3-1 Headset Connection Multi Media Card (MMC) / Secure Device (SD) Card The MMC/SD card slot provides secondary non-volatile storage.
Accessories 3-3 Figure 3-2 MMC/SD Card Insertion 5. Replace the housing cover and secure with the screw. Single Slot USB Cradle This section describes how to use a Single Slot USB cradle with the mobile computer. For USB communication setup procedures refer to the MC50 Integrator Guide. The Single Slot USB Cradle: • Provides 5.4 VDC power for operating the mobile computer. • Synchronizes information between the mobile computer and a host computer.
3-4 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Charging the Mobile Computer Battery Connect the cradle to power, or to the host computer using the USB connection. Insert the mobile computer into the mobile computer slot to begin charging.
Accessories 3-5 Battery Charging Indicators The Single Slot USB Cradle charges the mobile computer’s main battery and a spare battery simultaneously. The mobile computer’s charge LED indicates the status of the battery charging in the mobile computer. See Table 1-2 on page 1-5 for charging status indications. The spare battery charging LED on the cradle indicates the status of the spare battery charging in the cradle. See Table 3-1 for charging status indications.
3-6 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Charging Insert the mobile computer into a slot to begin charging. Figure 3-5 Mobile Computer Battery Charging Battery Charging Indicators The mobile computer’s charge LED shows the status of the battery charging in the mobile computer. See Table 1-2 on page 1-5 for charging status indications. The standard battery fully charges in approximately 3.5 hours and the extended capacity battery fully charges in approximately seven hours.
Accessories 3-7 Use only a Motorola-approved power supply (p/n 50-14000-148) output rated 12 VDC and minimum 3.33A. The power supply is certified to EN60950 with SELV outputs. Use of alternative power supply will invalidate any approval given to this device and may be dangerous. HINWEIS Benutzen Sie nur eine von Motorola genehmigte Stromversorgung (Teilenr. 50-14000-148) mit einer Ausgangsleistung von 12 V (Gleichstrom) und mindestens 3.33A.
3-8 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Four Slot Spare Battery Charger This section describes how to use the Four Slot Spare Battery Charger to charge up to four MC50 spare batteries. Use only a Motorola-approved power supply (p/n 50-14000-148) output rated 12 VDC and minimum 3.33A. The power supply is certified to EN60950 with SELV outputs. Use of alternative power supply will invalidate any approval given to this device and may be dangerous.
Accessories 3-9 Battery Charging Indicators An amber LED is provided for each battery charging well. See Table 3-2 for charging status indications. The standard battery fully charges in approximately 2.5 hours and the extended capacity battery fully charges in approximately six hours. Table 3-2 Spare Battery LED Charging Indicators LED Indication Off No spare battery in slot; spare battery not placed correctly; cradle is not powered.
3 - 10 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide To remove the MSR open the arms and pull the MSR from the mobile computer. Using the MSR The MSR sample application illustrates how an application should handle MSR inputs (refer to the Symbol Applications User’s Guide). To use the MSR: 1. Attach the MSR to the mobile computer. 2. Power on the mobile computer. 3. Tap Start > Programs > Samples icon > MSR icon to start the sample application. 4.
Accessories 3 - 11 When attached to the mobile computer, the CAM: • Provides power for operating the mobile computer, with the appropriate power connection. • Provides USB connection through the USB pass-through port for communication with a USB device, such as a host computer. For communication setup procedures, refer to the MC50 Integrator Guide. • Charges the mobile computer’s battery, when used with the appropriate power supply.
3 - 12 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Battery Charging To charge the mobile computer’s battery through the CAM, attach the CAM to the mobile computer, then connect the power supply to the CAM. The mobile computer begins charging. Into Cigarette Lighter AC Power Supply Into Cigarette Lighter Figure 3-12 CAM Power Connection The mobile computer’s charge LED shows the status of the battery charging in the mobile computer. See Table 1-2 on page 1-5 for charging status indications.
Accessories 3 - 13 USB Connection The CAM can connect to and communicate with a USB device, such as a host computer, through its data port. Refer to the MC50 Integrator Guide for the host computer communication setup procedure. To connect the CAM to a USB device, connect one end of the data cable to the data port on the CAM and the other end to the USB port on the device.
3 - 14 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Battery Insertion and Removal Insert the battery into the battery well with the charging contacts on the battery aligning with the charging pins on the adapter, and gently press down on the battery to ensure proper contact. To remove the battery, press the battery release and lift battery out of the well.
Accessories 3 - 15 Table 3-3 UBC Adapter Charge LED Status Indications LED Indication Description POWER Red Power is connected to the UBC Adapter. READY Green Charging complete. CHARGING or STANDBY or FAULT Yellow Normal charge. Flashing Yellow The battery was deeply discharged and is being trickle charged to bring the voltage up to the operating level. After operating level voltage is achieved the battery charges normally.
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Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Chapter 4 Chapter 4 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Introduction This chapter includes instructions on cleaning and storing the mobile computer, and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during mobile computer operation. Maintaining the MC50 For trouble-free service, observe the following tips when using the mobile computer: • Take care not to scratch the screen of the mobile computer.
4-2 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Troubleshooting Table 4-1 Troubleshooting the Mobile Computer Problem Mobile computer does not turn on. Cause Solution Lithium-ion battery not charged. Charge or replace the lithium-ion battery in the mobile computer. Lithium-ion battery not installed properly. Ensure battery is installed properly. See Installing the Main Battery on page 1-3. System error. Perform a soft reset. If the mobile computer still does not turn on, perform a hard reset.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting 4-3 Table 4-1 Troubleshooting the Mobile Computer (Continued) Problem Cause Solution Mobile computer turns itself off. Mobile computer is inactive. The mobile computer turns off after a period of inactivity. If the mobile computer is running on battery power, this period can be set from 30 seconds, one minute, three minutes, five minutes and 15 minutes. If the mobile computer is running on external power, this period can be set to one, three, five, 15, and 30 minutes.
4-4 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Table 4-1 Troubleshooting the Mobile Computer (Continued) Problem Cause Solution When receiving beamed data an out of memory message appears. Not enough free memory available for receiving data. The mobile computer requires at least twice the amount of memory available as the data you are receiving. For example, to receive a 30K application, the mobile computer must have at least 60K free. The mobile computer does not accept scan input.
Technical Specifications Appendix A Appendix A Technical Specifications MC50 Technical Specifications The following tables summarize the mobile computer’s intended operating environment and technical hardware specifications.
A-2 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Table A-2 Technical Hardware Specifications (Continued) Feature QWERTY Keypad, Camera Description 5.4 in. L x 3.00 in. W x 0.95 in. D (13.71 cm L x 7.62 cm W x 2.41 cm D) Dimensions with extended capacity battery: Navigation Keypad, 1D Scanning 4.75 in. L x 3.00 in. W x 1.12 in. D (12.07 cm L x 7.62 cm W x 2.84 cm D) Navigation Keypad, 1D & 2D Imaging 4.75 in. L x 3.00 in. W x 1.16 in. D (12.07 cm L x 7.62 cm W x 2.95 cm D) Navigation Keypad, Camera 4.
Technical Specifications A-3 Table A-2 Technical Hardware Specifications (Continued) Feature Description Main Battery Standard: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion 3.7 V 1560 mAh Extended Capacity: Rechargeable Lithium-Ion 3.7 V 3600 mAh Backup Battery Provides 30 minutes backup at room temperature; 5 minutes at temperature extremes Processor Intel® XScale™ PXA270 Operating Platform Microsoft® Windows® Mobile 5.
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Technical Specifications A-5 Table A-3 Single-Slot USB Cradle Technical Specifications (Continued) Feature Description Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing Drop 30.0 in. (76.2 cm) drops to vinyl tiled concrete at room temperature Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) +/- 8 kV air +/- 4 kV contact Table A-4 Four-Slot USB Cradle Technical Specifications Feature Description Dimensions 18.0 in. L x 4.0 in. H x 5.0 in. D (45.72 cm H x 10.16 cm W x 12.7 cm D) Weight 2.38 lb.
A-6 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Table A-5 Four-Slot Ethernet Cradle Technical Specifications (Continued) Feature Description Humidity 5% to 95% non-condensing Drop 30.0 in. (76.2 cm) drops to vinyl tiled concrete at room temperature Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) +/- 8 kV air +/- 4 kV contact Table A-6 Four-Slot Spare Battery Charger Technical Specifications Feature Description Dimensions 8.25 in. L x 6.0 in. W x 1.7 in. H (20.96 cm L x 15.24 cm W x 4.32 cm H) Weight 13.
Technical Specifications A-7 Table A-8 Magstripe Reader (MSR) Technical Specifications Feature Description Dimensions 2.3 in. L x 3.14 in. W x 1.1 in. H (5.82 cm L x 7.98 cm W x 2.79 cm H) Weight 1.7 oz (48 g) Interface Serial with baud rate up to 19,200 Format ANSI, ISO, AAMVA, CA DMV, user-configurable generic format Swipe Speed 5 to 50 in.
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Glossary Chapter 1 GlossaryGlossary Numeric 802.11/802.11b. A radio protocol that may be used by the Symbol Spectrum24 radio card. Symbol radio cards that use the 802.11 protocol also have an ESS_ID. A Access Point. Access Point (AP) refers to Symbol’s Spectrum24 Ethernet Access Point. It is a piece of communications equipment that manages communications between the host computer system and one or more wireless mobile computers.
Glossary - 2 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Application Programming Interface. See API. ASCII. American Standard Code for Information Interchange. A 7 bit-plus-parity code representing 128 letters, numerals, punctuation marks and control characters. It is a standard data transmission code in the U.S. Autodiscrimination. The ability of an interface controller to determine the code type of a scanned bar code. After this determination is made, the information content is decoded. B Bar.
Glossary - 3 CDRH Class 2. No additional software mechanisms are needed to conform to this limit. Laser operation in this class poses no danger for unintentional direct human exposure. Character. A pattern of bars and spaces which either directly represents data or indicates a control function, such as a number, letter, punctuation mark, or communications control contained in a message. Character Set. Those characters available for encoding in a particular bar code symbology. Check Digit.
Glossary - 4 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Decode Algorithm. A decoding scheme that converts pulse widths into data representation of the letters or numbers encoded within a bar code symbol. Decryption. Decryption is the decoding and unscrambling of received encrypted data. Also see, Encryption and Key. Depth of Field. The range between minimum and maximum distances at which a scanner can read a symbol with a certain minimum element width. Device Configuration Package.
Glossary - 5 Encryption. Encryption is the scrambling and coding of data, typically using mathematical formulas called algorithms, before information is transmitted over any communications link or network. A key is the specific code used by the algorithm to encrypt or decrypt the data. Also see, Decryption and Key. ENQ (RS-232). ENQ software handshaking is also supported for the data sent to the host. ESD. Electro-Static Discharge ESN. Electronic Serial Number.
Glossary - 6 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide H Hard Reset. See Cold Boot. Hopping Sequence. A set of random frequencies designed to minimize interference with other sets of random frequencies. A hopping sequence determines the pattern with which a station that uses frequency hopping changes its communications frequency. See Frequency Hopping. Host Computer.
Glossary - 7 IP. Internet Protocol. The IP part of the TCP/IP communications protocol. IP implements the network layer (layer 3) of the protocol, which contains a network address and is used to route a message to a different network or subnetwork. IP accepts “packets” from the layer 4 transport protocol (TCP or UDP), adds its own header to it and delivers a “datagram” to the layer 2 data link protocol.
Glossary - 8 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide Light Emitting Diode. See LED. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD). A display that uses liquid crystal sealed between two glass plates. The crystals are excited by precise electrical charges, causing them to reflect light outside according to their bias. They use little electricity and react relatively quickly. They require external light to reflect their information to the user. M MAC Address (also called IEEE Address).
Glossary - 9 NVM. Non-Volatile Memory. O ODI. See Open Data-Link Interface. Open Data-Link Interface (ODI). Novell’s driver specification for an interface between network hardware and higher-level protocols. It supports multiple protocols on a single NIC (Network Interface Controller). It is capable of understanding and translating any network information or request sent by any other ODI-compatible protocol into something a NetWare client can understand and process. Open System Authentication.
Glossary - 10 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide R RAM. Random Access Memory. Data in RAM can be accessed in random order, and quickly written and read. Reflectance. Amount of light returned from an illuminated surface. Resolution. The narrowest element dimension which is distinguished by a particular reading device or printed with a particular device or method. RF. Radio Frequency. ROM. Read-Only Memory. Data stored in ROM cannot be changed or removed. Router.
Glossary - 11 SMDK. Symbol Mobility Developer’s Kit. Soft Reset. See Warm Boot. Space. The lighter element of a bar code formed by the background between bars. Spectrum24. Symbol’s frequency-hopping, spread spectrum cellular network. Specular Reflection. The mirror-like direct reflection of light from a surface, which can cause difficulty decoding a bar code. Spread Spectrum.
Glossary - 12 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide T TCP/IP. (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) A communications protocol used to internetwork dissimilar systems. This standard is the protocol of the Internet and has become the global standard for communications. TCP provides transport functions, which ensures that the total amount of bytes sent is received correctly at the other end. UDP is an alternate transport that does not guarantee delivery.
Glossary - 13 W Warm Boot. A warm boot restarts the mobile computer by closing all running programs. All data that is not saved to flash memory is lost. WEP. Wired Equivalent Privacy, is specified by IEEE for encryption and decryption of RF (wireless) communications. WEP Encryption. (Wired Equivalent Privacy encryption) The conversion of data into a secret code for transmission over a public network.
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Index IndexIndex Numerics 1-D bar codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 2-D bar codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-14 A accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 4-slot cradle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 AC adapter cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 auto charge cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 cable adapter module . . . . . . .
Index - 2 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.0 User Guide power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 USB charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1 calibrating the screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-7 CAM . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2, 1-6, 3-1, 3-10 charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12 installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index - 3 M magnetic stripe reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8, 3-1, 3-9 installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9 magnetic stripe reading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-10 magstripe reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2 main battery charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3, 1-4 installing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Index - 4 MC50 with Windows Mobile 5.
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