7530 G2 Hand-Held Computer User Manual June 21, 2006 ISO 9001 Certified Quality Management System Part No. 8100081.
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TABLE Program License Agreements . . Approval And Safety Summary . OF CONTENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . VII Chapter 1: Introduction 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . Text Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7530 G2 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . About The 7530 G2 Hand-Held Computer . 1.4.1 The 7530 G2 Hand-Held Computer . 1.4.2 Regulatory Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 3.1 3.2 Features Of The 7530 G2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2.1 Battery Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2.2 Removing And Installing The Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . 3.2.3 Battery Chargers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3 The Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3.1 Modifier Keys . . . . . . . . .
Contents 3.11.2 Cleaning The 7530 G2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 4.1 4.2 4.3 4.4 4.5 Navigating In Windows CE And Applications . . . . 4.1.1 Navigating Using A Touchscreen And Stylus. 4.1.2 Navigating Using The Keyboard . . . . . . . Working With Files, Folders And Programs . . . . . The Startup Desktop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.3.1 The Desktop Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.3.2 The Taskbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 5.7.2 The Servers Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7.3 Outgoing Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7.4 Active Conn. Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7.5 The Properties Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7.6 Bluetooth GPRS Connection . . . . . . . . . . . 5.8 Total Recall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.8.1 Creating A Backup Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.8.2 Restoring A Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.9 IPv6 Support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 6.4 6.5 Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gang Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.5.1 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.5.2 Operator Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.5.3 Charge Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.5.4 Charging Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.5.5 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.6 Combo Charger . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 6.12 Tether Adaptor Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 234 Chapter 7: Specifications 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 7.7 7.8 7530 G2 Hand-Held Computer Specifications . . . . . . . . . Radio Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Internal Scanner Port. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RFID Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . External Scanners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Internal Scanner Specifications .
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APPROVAL AND SAFETY SUMMARY FCC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (DoC) Applicant’s Name & Address: PSION TEKLOGIX 2100 Meadowvale Blvd. Mississauga, Ontario Canada L5N 7J9 Contact Person: Iain Roy Telephone No.: (905) 813-9900 US Representative’s Name & Address: 1810 Airport Exchange Blvd., Suite 500 Erlanger, KY, 41018, USA Contact Person: Kyle Day Telephone No.: (859) 372-4329 Equipment Type/Environment: Computing Devices Trade Name / Model No.
Approvals And Safety Summary CE Marking When used in a residential, commercial or light industrial environment the product and its approved UK and European peripherals fulfil all requirements for CE marking. R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC This equipment complies with the essential requirements of EU Directive 1999/5/EC (Declaration available: www.psionteklogix.com). Cet équipement est conforme aux principales caractéristiques définies dans la Directive européenne RTTE 1999/5/CE.
Approvals And Safety Summary Tämä laite vastaa EU:n radio- ja telepäätelaitedirektiivin (EU R&TTE Directive 1999/5/EC) vaatimuksia. (Julkilausuma nähtävillä osoitteessa: www.psionteklogix.com). Psion Teklogix tímto prohlašuje, že 7530 G2 je ve shodě se základními požadavky a dalšími příslušnými ustanoveními směrnice 1995/5/ES (NV č. 426/2000 Sb.) a Prohlášení o shodě je k dispozici na www.psionteklogix.com. Toto zarízení lze provozovat v České republice na základě generální licence č. GL-12/R/2000.
Approvals And Safety Summary This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and 2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. FCC Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.
Approvals And Safety Summary Emissions Information For Canada This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian InterferenceCausing Equipment Regulations. When using the 802.11 radio option, to prevent radio interference, this device is intended to be operated indoors and away from windows to provide maximum shielding. Equipment (or its transmit antenna) that is installed outdoors is subject to licensing.
Approvals And Safety Summary DO NOT REMOVE COVERS OR OPEN ENCLOSURES To avoid injury, the equipment covers and enclosures should only be removed by qualified service personnel. Do not operate the equipment without the covers and enclosures properly installed. CAUTION! Danger of explosion if a 7530 G2 battery is incorrectly handled, charged, disposed of or replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Approvals And Safety Summary Warning: TO PREVENT the battery from leaking acid, generating heat or exploding, adhere to precautions listed below. • The battery incorporates built-in safety devices. To ensure their proper function, do not disassemble or alter any parts of the battery. • Do not short-circuit the battery by directly connecting any of the exposed terminals with metal objects such as wire. Do not transport or store the battery together with metal objects such as necklaces, hair pins, etc.
Approvals And Safety Summary • Always switch the unit off before changing the battery. While the battery is being replaced, the 7530 G2 will save its current data for at least 10 minutes. IMPORTANT CHARGER AND AC/DC ADAPTOR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS • • • • • • • • • • • • • XIV SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for battery chargers and AC/DC adaptors.
Approvals And Safety Summary • • Do not use the charger if, after an overnight charge, any of the batteries feel warmer than the charger housing. The charger should be inspected by qualified service personnel. Do not use the charger if any of the batteries or the charger get more than lukewarm. Do not use the AC/DC adaptor if it gets more than lukewarm. The equipment should be inspected by qualified personnel.
1 INTRODUCTION 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . Text Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7530 G2 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . About The 7530 G2 Hand-Held Computer . 1.4.1 The 7530 G2 Hand-Held Computer . 1.4.2 Regulatory Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 .4 .4 .7 .
Chapter 1: Introduction About This Manual 1.1 About This Manual This manual describes how to configure, operate and maintain the Psion Teklogix 7530 G2 hand-held computer. Chapter 1: Introduction provides a basic overview of the 7530 G2 hand-held. Chapter 2: Basic Checkout describes the steps required to get the 7530 G2 ready for operation. Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 describes the 7530 G2 features and outlines how to charge and maintain the battery.
Chapter 1: Introduction Text Conventions 1.2 Text Conventions Note: Notes highlight additional helpful information. Important: These statements provide particularly important instructions or additional information that is critical to the operation of the equipment. Warning: These statements provide critical information that may prevent physical injury, equipment damage or data loss. 1.3 7530 G2 Features 4 • Rugged design: • IP67 rating protects against dust and temporary water immersion.
Chapter 1: Introduction 7530 G2 Features • Application software: • Internet Explorer 6 for CE • Wordpad • Active Sync • Optimized for use with Open TekTerm V2.0 • ANSI • TESS terminal emulations • IBM 3270, IBM 5250, HP 2392 • User Interface: • Display: - 320 x 240 (1/4 VGA) graphic colour TFT - 3.
Chapter 1: Introduction 7530 G2 Features 6 • Indicators and controls: • Internal speaker & beeper with volume control, internal mic • Multicolour LEDs for radio transmit/receive, scanning, battery status, user applications • Internal Bar Code Scanners: • 1D & 2D scan engines: • Standard • Long Range • Advanced Long Range • Enhanced Standard Range (Fuzzy Logic) • PDF417 Raster Laser • 1D Auto-Ranging • 1D Standard Imager • 2D Standard Imager • RFID Applications (future release): • Tethered reader/writ
Chapter 1: Introduction About The 7530 G2 Hand-Held Computer • Freezer option: • Heated scan window to reduce fogging • Internal heat control optimizes low temperature performance and battery life • Power management: • Up to 12 hr usage Li-Ion standard battery (reduced in freezer applications) • Optional High capacity battery (up to 17 hrs) (reduced in freezer applications) • Quick swap packs • Advanced Smart Battery with gas gauge • Built-in fast charger (2hrs) • System backup during battery swap (15 mi
Chapter 1: Introduction The 7530 G2 Hand-Held Computer 1.4.1 The 7530 G2 Hand-Held Computer Figure 1.
Chapter 1: Introduction Regulatory Labels Tether Port Docking Port Figure 1.2 7530 G2 Ports 1.4.2 Regulatory Labels MODEL No: 7530 G2 Handheld LASER RADIATION DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT (IEC) CLASS II LASER PRODUCT (CDRH) 610-680nm LASER (LED)DIODE Max.Output:1.4mW (SCAN ) <1mW(AIM) IEC 60825-1:1993+A1:1997+A2:2001 1080259E This label is affixed below the scanner window. Figure 1.
2 BASIC CHECKOUT 2.1 Preparing The 7530 G2 For Operation . . . . . . 2.1.1 Equipment You Need To Get Started . . . . 2.1.2 Charging The Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1.3 Installing The Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1.4 Switching On The Hand-Held . . . . . . . 2.1.5 Attaching Carrying Accessories . . . . . . 2.1.5.1 Attaching The Handstrap . . . . . 2.1.5.2 Attaching The Pistol Grip . . . . . 2.2 Calibrating The Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . 2.3 Configuring An IEEE 802.11 Radio In The Unit . 2.3.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Preparing The 7530 G2 For Operation 2.1 Preparing The 7530 G2 For Operation Typically, 7530 G2 hand-helds are configured at the factory and arrive ready for use. Although these hand-helds are equipped with an internal Compact Flash and SD I/O slot, these slots are not intended for user modification. If a device needs to be changed or added in these slots, contact qualified Psion Teklogix personnel.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Installing The Battery 2.1.3 Installing The Battery • Slide the charged battery with the contoured plastic facing you into the unit. Click the battery into place. Keep in mind that if you are using a docking station, you can insert an uncharged battery in the hand-held, dock the unit and switch it on. If you are using a PDM, you can configure your unit without a battery, with a charged battery or with an uncharged battery.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Attaching Carrying Accessories 2.1.5 Attaching Carrying Accessories Psion Teklogix recommends that a carrying accessory – a handstrap, pistol grip or shoulder strap – be installed on the 7530 G2 before use. If your hand-held is not fitted with a handstrap or pistol grip, you can install either using the carrying accessory kit supplied. You’ll need: • A Phillips head screwdriver. Important: 2.1.5.1 Do not use adhesives such as Loctite to secure screws on carrying accessories.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Attaching The Pistol Grip 2.1.5.2 Note: Attaching The Pistol Grip A Phillips head screwdriver is required. The pistol grip is attached to the back of the 7530 G2 using the four threaded inserts in the upper part of the 7530 G2 casing. Four black #4-40 Phillips head screws are provided with this accessory. Note: Prior to installation, make sure the trigger mechanism is securely snapped into the pistol grip body and that the trigger operates properly.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Configuring An IEEE 802.11 Radio In The Unit 2.3 Configuring An IEEE 802.11 Radio In The Unit The most common 802.11 settings are configured as defaults. However, there are some fields that must be completed, including the SSID of your access point and the security methods implemented in the network (including access keys).
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Configuring An IEEE 802.11 Radio In The Unit 2. Choose the radio icon to open the 802.11 Wireless LAN Settings window – in the sample screen, this is labelled PTXCF8385P N1. Figure 2.2 802.11 Wireless LAN Settings Window 3. Wireless Statistics Tab When you choose the Wireless LAN icon, an 802.11 Wireless LAN Settings window (PTXCF8385P N1 in the sample below) is displayed. Figure 2.3 Wireless Statistics This tab lists your radio statistics.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Configuring An IEEE 802.11 Radio In The Unit 4. Wireless Information Tab The options under this tab display existing networks to which you can connect, and it allows you to add a new network or modify the settings for an existing network. Note: Configure button – To change the settings in an existing network, highlight the network you want to modify, and tap on the Configure button to display the Wireless Properties dialog box.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Configuring An IEEE 802.11 Radio In The Unit 5. Wireless Properties Figure 2.5 Wireless Properties Dialog Box Network name (SSID): • Type the appropriate SSID (Service Set Identifier) in the Network name (SSID) text box at the top of this dialog box. The Network name field can contain a maximum of 32 characters. The name assigned here is listed as a preferred network.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Configuring An IEEE 802.11 Radio In The Unit Note: WEP cannot be disabled if you are using WPA or WPA-PSK authentication. TKIP (Temporal Key Integrity Protocol) is an encryption protocol included as part of the IEEE 802.11 standard for wireless LANs. Designed to enhance WEP, TKIP uses the original WEP encryption but ‘wraps’ additional code at the beginning and end to encapsulate and modify it, encrypting each data packet with a unique encryption key. Authentication 802.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Configuring An IEEE 802.11 Radio In The Unit • To assign a Network key, highlight The key is provided automatically, and uncheck the checkbox to disable this option. Disable this option to access Network Key & Key Index fields. Figure 2.6 Accessing Network Key And Key Index Key Index: This field is used to identify the WEP key. • Enter a value from 1 to 4. Enable 802.1x authentication: 802.1X is the IEEE standard that offers additional security for local area networks.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Assigning An IP Address 6. Saving and exiting the radio setup. Once you’ve completed the configuration, press [ENTER], or tap on OK. The connection you created will be listed in the Wireless Information tab as a preferred network. The radio will search for the SSID and will compare the WEP and authentication information you specified.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Name Servers Tab Figure 2.8 Defining An IP Address • • Tap the stylus on the radio button next to Specify an IP address to select it. Type an IP, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway address in the appropriate fields. Press [ENTER] to save your information. 2.3.2 Name Servers Tab Note: • • • If DHCP is enabled, name server addresses are assigned automatically. In the PTXCF8385P N1 Settings window, display the IP Information tab.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Advanced Features 2.3.3 Advanced Features To display the Advanced Wireless Settings dialog box: • Tap on the Advanced button in the Wireless Information tab. (see Figure 2.4 on page 19). This window lists the available preferred networks. Figure 2.10 Advanced Settings 2.3.3.1 Rearranging Preferred Networks The 7530 G2 attempts to connect with the networks listed in this dialog box in sequence, beginning at the top of the list.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Changing Network Properties 2.3.3.3 Changing Network Properties To change the properties of an existing preferred network: • Highlight the network that you want to modify. • Tap on the Properties button. • Make any necessary changes in the Wireless Properties dialog box, and press [ENTER] to save the changes. 2.
Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Resetting The Hand-Held 2.6 Resetting The Hand-Held Warm Reset To execute a warm reset: • Press and hold down the [BLUE] key and the [ENTER/ON] key simultaneously for a minimum of six seconds. A warm reset closes open applications; any unsaved data are lost. Installed programs and saved data are preserved. Note: You do not need to reset your 7530 G2 after configuring the radio.
GETTING TO KNOW YOUR 7530 G2 3.1 Features Of The 7530 G2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2 The Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2.1 Battery Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2.2 Removing And Installing The Battery Pack 3.2.3 Battery Chargers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3 The Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3.1 Modifier Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.3.1.1 Activating Modifier Keys . . . . . 3.3.1.2 Locking Modifier Keys . . . . . . 3.3.2 The Keys . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 3.6.4 Operating One Dimensional (1D) Internal Laser Scanners . . 3.6.5 Operating Internal PDF Laser Scanners . . . . . . . . . . . 3.6.6 Operating Internal Two Dimensional (2D) Imager Scanners . 3.7 Connecting & Disconnecting Tethered Peripherals . . . . . . . . . 3.8 Monitoring The Battery And Maximizing Run Time . . . . . . . . 3.8.1 Storing Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.9 Monitoring The Network Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Features Of The 7530 G2 3.1 Features Of The 7530 G2 Stylus (Pointing Tool) Sound Port 7530 G2 Screen Ambient Light Sensor Microphone Beeper Port Figure 3.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 The Battery 3.2 The Battery The hand-held operates with a Lithium-Ion battery pack. Preparing the unit for operation requires that a battery pack be charged and installed in the 7530 G2. 3.2.1 Battery Safety Important: Before attempting to install, use or charge the battery pack, it is critical that you review and follow the important safety guidelines in the section entitled “Lithium-Ion Battery Safety Precautions” on page XII. 3.2.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 The Keyboard • 6-Unit Gang Charger (Model #HU3006) – charges up to six Lithium-Ion batteries at one time. • Portable Docking Module (Model #HU4001 or HU1005 and HU3220) – charges the 7530 G2 battery (with the battery installed in the unit). • Combo Charger (Model #HU3002) – a desktop charger that charges the internal battery along with a spare battery pack. • Combo Docking Station (Model #HU4002) – operates as both a charger and a docking station.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Modifier Keys 3.3.1 Modifier Keys The [SHIFT], [CTRL], [ALT], [BLUE] and [ORANGE] keys are modifier keys. Pressing a modifier key changes the function of the next key pressed. For example, on a 63-key keyboard, a square bracket is printed in orange print above the [4] key. Pressing the [ORANGE] key followed by the [4] key displays a square bracket rather than the number 4.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 The Keys The Arrow Keys The Arrow keys move the cursor around the screen in the direction of the arrow – up, down, left and right. The cursor is the flashing box or underline character that indicates where the next character you type will appear. The [BKSP/DEL] Key The [BKSP] key (sometimes referred to as destructive backspace) moves the cursor one character to the left, erasing the incorrectly entered key stroke.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Function And Macro Keys 3.3.3 Function And Macro Keys In addition to the standard keyboard functions (see “The Keyboard” on page 33), the 7530 G2 supports function keys and macro keys. 3.3.3.1 Function Keys 63-Key Keyboard Function Keys The 63-key keyboard is equipped with thirty function keys. Function keys [F1] to [F10] are located in the top two rows of the keyboard and are directly accessible – a key combination is not required.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Macro Keys 3.3.3.2 Important: Macro Keys Refer to “Keyboard Macro Keys” on page 94 for details about creating macros. 7530 G2 hand-helds are equipped with a series of macro keys that can be programmed to replace frequently used keystrokes, along with the function of executable keys like the [ENTER] key, the [BKSP] key, any function key and arrow key, and so on. 63-Key Keyboard Macro Keys 63-key (alphanumeric) keyboards have twelve macro keys – [M1] to [M12].
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Alphanumeric Keyboard – 63-Key 3.3.4 Alphanumeric Keyboard – 63-Key On 63-key, alphanumeric keyboards, all alphabetic and numeric keys are directly accessible from the keyboard; a key combination is not required. Function keys [F1] through [F24] can be used with the CE operating system or another application. The additional function keys, [F25] through [F30] along with the macro keys, are not used as part of the Windows CE operating system.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Numeric Keyboard – 37-Key The examples below illustrate how to access A, B and C, all of which are printed in orange characters above the numeric key, [2]. To choose the letter ‘a’: • Press the [ORANGE] key, and press the numeric key [2]. To choose the letter ‘b’: • Lock the [ORANGE] key on, and press [2] twice. • Press the [ORANGE] key again to unlock it. To choose the letter ‘c’: • Lock the [ORANGE] key on. • Press [2] three times.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 The Keypad Backlight To type the letter ‘b’: • Press the [2] key twice. • Press [⇒] to accept the letter ‘b’. To type the letter ‘c’: • Press the [2] key three times.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 The Display 3.4 The Display 7530 G2s are equipped with display backlighting to improve character visibility in low light conditions. The backlight switches on when a key is pressed and the ambient light is below the set threshold. A light sensor on the front of the hand-held determines the ambient light level. On some displays, the contrast can also be adjusted to further improve character visibility. 3.4.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Calibrating The Touchscreen • In the Control Panel, tap on the Stylus icon to display the Stylus Properties window. Figure 3.2 Stylus Icon 42 • Select the Calibration tab, and then choose the Recalibrate button. • Follow the directions on the calibration screen to calibrate the screen.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 7530 G2 Indicators 3.5 7530 G2 Indicators 7530 G2s use LEDs (Light Emitting Diode), onscreen messages and audio tones as indicators. 3.5.1 LEDs Hand-helds are equipped with four tri-coloured LEDs. This section outlines what these LEDs indicate. Important: If an LED is illuminated in red, the operator should be cautious as this generally indicates an abnormal operating condition or active laser emission.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Radio Traffic LED Function Charge LED Behaviour Charge in progress. Cell temperature out of range for charge. Unable to charge battery. Charge circuit failure.* LED displays solid yellow colour. LED flashes yellow. LED displays solid red colour. LED flashes fast red.* Table 3.1 Charge LEDs * If the charge fails, refer to the charger troubleshooting sections in ‘Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories’ beginning on page 213 for helpful details. 3.5.1.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Onscreen Indicators 3.5.2 Onscreen Indicators The taskbar at the bottom of the screen displays a variety of system status indicators. Figure 3.4 Taskbar The taskbar changes dynamically, and only those icons that are applicable are displayed. For example, if a radio is not installed in your 7530 G2, the radio signal icon is not displayed in the taskbar.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Onscreen Indicators Battery Gauge The battery shaped icon displayed in the taskbar provides a visual indication of the remaining battery power. The icon acts as a meter that is either full, at three-quarter level, half, quarter level or empty. When the battery level is low – approximately 15 minutes from empty – a warning window pops up. When the battery power is completely depleted, a final warning window indicates that the 7530 G2 will be powered down.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Audio Indicators Tethered Devices When a peripheral is attached to the tether port and activated, an associated icon appears in the taskbar. Scanner USB Device RFID Serial Device Docking Device When a hand-held is inserted in a docking station, charger or cradle, an associated icon appears in the taskbar.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Adjusting The Beeper Volume 3.5.3.1 Adjusting The Beeper Volume On 63-key keyboards, the volume function keys are accessed by pressing [BLUE] [F5] and [F6]. On 37-key keyboards, the volume function keys are accessed by pressing [BLUE] [F3] and [F4]. To adjust the beeper volume: • Lock the [BLUE] key ‘on’ and then, press the increase volume function key or the decrease volume function key until the volume meets your requirements.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Scanning Techniques • RFID: The RD7950 UHF RFID Reader is an EPC-compliant RFID reader which can be integrated with laser bar code scanning or imaging (for future release). • Fuzzy Logic: reads damaged or low contrast regular 1D bar codes (5 - 55mil) at medium distances (up to 1m). • PDF Raster Laser: reads 2D PDF bar codes or regular 1D bar codes at short to medium distances. • 2D Imager: reads regular 1D and all 2D bar codes at short to medium distances.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Scan LED Indicators 3.6.2 Scan LED Indicators The scanner LED (the lower-left LED) indicates whether or not your scan is successful. The LED behaves as follows: • Scan In Progress: scan LED displays solid red colour. • Successful Scan: scan LED displays solid green colour and turns off when the scan is ended. • Unsuccessful scan: scan LED flashes red. A bar code icon appears on the screen during a scan.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Operating Internal PDF Laser Scanners • Double-clicking the trigger will override the aiming delay and initiate an immediate scan. Note that the aiming dot is standard on long-range and high visibility internal scanners. Aim at the bar code and press the scan key or the trigger. A scan beam and a warning indicator appear until a successful decode is achieved or six seconds have elapsed. 3.6.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Connecting & Disconnecting Tethered Peripherals tographers. When pointing at a shiny surface, either shift the bar code to the side or top, or angle the bar code so that the glare reflects away from the imager scanner. Most imagers take several ‘snap shots’ of the bar code in order to decode it. It is normal for the LEDs to flash two or three times. Hold the unit steady between flashes to improve decode performance. • Turn the hand-held computer on.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Monitoring The Battery And Maximizing Run Time Tether Shell To remove the peripheral: • Grasp the shell of the plug, and pull it back gently to unlock and release the connector. Important: Never attempt to disconnect a peripheral by pulling the cable by the wire. The connector is locked into place and can only be unlocked and removed by pulling back the plug shell. 3.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Storing Batteries • • • • The hand-held is ‘event’ driven – that is, when the unit is not in use, it reverts to sleep mode (even when it appears to be running), saving battery power. Events include a key press, touchscreen taps and scan triggers. Power consumption is reduced if you avoid unnecessary events, and allow the unit to sleep as much as possible. The hand-held battery is a ‘smart battery’ with built-in intelligence.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 Monitoring The Network Connection • • To minimize storage degradation, recharge stored batteries to 40 to 60% every 4 or 6 months to prevent over-discharge damage. A ‘never used’ Li-Ion battery that has been stored for 3 years may have limited or no useful life remaining once put into service. Think of batteries as perishable goods. 3.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your 7530 G2 General Maintenance 3.11 General Maintenance 3.11.1 Caring For The Touchscreen The touchscreen is covered with a thin, flexible polyester plastic sheet with a conductive coating on the inside. The polyester can be permanently damaged by harsh chemicals and is susceptible to abrasions and scratches. Using sharp objects on the touchscreen can scratch or cut the plastic, or crack the internal conductive coating.
4 WORKING WITH WINDOWS CE 4.1 Navigating In Windows CE And Applications . . . . . . 4.1.1 Navigating Using A Touchscreen And Stylus . . . 4.1.2 Navigating Using The Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . 4.2 Working With Files, Folders And Programs . . . . . . . 4.3 The Startup Desktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.3.1 The Desktop Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.3.2 The Taskbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.3.2.1 Using The Taskbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.3.2.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE Navigating In Windows CE And Applications 4.1 Navigating In Windows CE And Applications Graphic user interfaces like Windows CE for portable devices and desktop Windows (2000, XP, etc.) utilize ‘point and click’ navigation. An equivalent keyboard shortcut is also available for every ‘point and click’ action.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE Working With Files, Folders And Programs Open file, folder or icon [ENTER] Exit & Save [ENTER] Close/Exit & Do Not Save [ESC] Navigate Dialog Boxes [TAB] To move cursor up [SHIFT] [TAB] To display the contents of the next ‘tab’ in a dialog box [CTRL] [TAB] Select Radio Button/Press Button [SPACE] Go to Start Menu [BLUE][0] Table 4.1 Keyboard Navigation Unlike a desktop computer, the 7530 G2 does not support key chording (pressing two keys at the same time).
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE The Startup Desktop 4.3 The Startup Desktop When the 7530 G2 boots up, the startup desktop (shell) is displayed. Any applications stored in the Startup folder start up immediately. Note: The startup folder is located in \Windows\StartUp and \Flash Disk\StartUp. • Double-tap on the icon to open a window or, in the case of an application icon, launch an application.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE The Desktop Icons 4.3.1 The Desktop Icons The icons displayed in the startup desktop operate in much the same way as those displayed on any standard PC desktop that is running Windows. My Device Choosing this icon displays the contents of your 7530 G2 computer. If you’re not sure how to work with the files, folders and programs displayed, refer to “Working With Files, Folders And Programs” on page 60.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE Using The Taskbar battery capacity and radio signal quality. If the hand-held is attached to a charger, cradle, docking station or PDM, an associated icon is displayed. In addition, the taskbar displays the application(s) currently running on your unit and the security level assigned to your 7530 G2. The taskbar also displays active modifier keys – [SHIFT], [ALT], [CTRL], [BLUE] and [ORANGE]. Keys that have been locked “on” are displayed in uppercase letters.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE Customizing The Taskbar The Taskbar and Start Menu dialog box is displayed. Figure 4.1 Taskbar And Start Menu Settings Taskbar General Tab • Tap on the items you want to display in the taskbar. The checkmark indicates items that will be displayed. If you’re using the keyboard: • Highlight the options you want to activate, and press the [SPACE] key to select them. Taskbar Advanced Tab • • 64 Tap on the Clear button to empty the Documents folder.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE The Start Menu Taskbar Security Tab If you check Disable hot keys, the Application from Start menu field becomes enabled. Use this field to enter the name of the application you want to run when the user presses the Menu hot key – [BLUE] [0]. If you have disabled hot keys, hidden the Start Menu and have no application configured, the Menu hot key brings up the Security dialog box. 4.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE The Desktop • If the menu item has an underlined character, type the underlined alpha character – for example, to display the Security dialog box, type the letter s. 4.4.1 The Desktop Choosing the Desktop option from the Start Menu displays the 7530 G2 desktop. 4.4.2 Security Settings Choosing the Security option from the Start Menu displays a dialog box in which you can define the access level for the 7530 G2 – Supervisor or User. Figure 4.2 Security Levels 4.4.2.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE Changing A Password 4.4.2.2 Note: Changing A Password Keep in mind that this is the same password as that assigned through the Password control panel applet. • To assign a password, choose a security level, and enter the existing password in the Password field. • Tap on the Set Password button. A dialog box labelled Password Properties is displayed. • Type the new password in the Password: text box • In the Confirm Password: text box, retype the new password. 4.4.2.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE Programs 4.4.3 Programs • Tap on Programs to display a sub-menu of options. Figure 4.3 Program Sub-Menu This sub-menu allows you to choose ActiveSync and Command Prompt, and you can access the Internet Explorer, installed applications (e.g., Open Tekterm V2.0), Remote Desktop Connection or Windows Explorer. ActiveSync® ActiveSync is used to connect your PC to another device.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE Shortcuts Internet Explorer The 7530 G2 is equipped with Microsoft Internet Explorer for Windows CE. You can access the Internet Options icon through the Start Menu under Settings>Control Panel or by double-tapping on the desktop icon My Device and then, double-tapping on the Control Panel icon. Windows Explorer The Windows Explorer installed on your 7530 G2 is consistent with all Windows CE devices.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE Shortcuts • • Press [BLUE] [0] to display the Start Menu. Using the arrow keys, highlight Shortcut>System Tray. When System Tray is chosen, the taskbar icons become accessible. • Use the arrow keys to highlight an icon. As each icon is highlighted, a tooltip – a description of the status of the icon – is displayed. • Press [ENTER] to display the Control Panel dialog box associated with the icon.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE Settings 4.4.5 Settings The Settings sub-menu includes the following settings: Control Panel, Network and Dial-up Connections and Taskbar and Start Menu. Figure 4.5 Settings Sub-Menu Control Panel The Control Panel contains applets used to configure hardware, the operating system and the shell. If your 7530 G2 is running with the Psion Teklogix Tekterm application or another application, additional configuration applets may appear in the Control Panel.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE Run 4.4.6 Run Choosing the Run option from the Start Menu displays a dialog box in which you can enter the name of the program, folder or document you want to open or launch. Figure 4.6 Run Option 4.4.7 Shutdown The Shutdown menu includes the following options: Suspend, Warm Reset and Cold Reset. Figure 4.7 Shutdown Sub-Menu Note: 72 This menu varies slightly depending on the security level chosen.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE Using A Dialog Box Suspend The Suspend option suspends the 7530 G2 immediately – this is equivalent to turning the hand-held off. Warm Reset The Warm Reset option resets the 7530 G2, leaving all saved files and (registry) settings intact. Any unsaved data is lost. Cold Reset The Cold Reset option resets the 7530 G2. Any files not stored in permanent memory are lost; however, the registry settings are saved. 4.
Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE Using A Dialog Box Dialog boxes contain one or more of the following elements: Tab: A tab separates different elements of a dialog box. Press the [TAB] key until a tab in the dialog box is highlighted. To display adjoining tabs, press the [RIGHT] or [LEFT] arrow key. To display the information in the next tab from anywhere in the window, press [CTRL] [TAB]. Textbox: A textbox requires that you type information.
5 CONFIGURATION 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 5.6 Remote Desktop Connection . . . . . . . . . . The TekTerm Application . . . . . . . . . . . . Pocket PC Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . The Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Control Panel Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Basic Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.6.1 Display Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.6.1.1 Display Contrast . . . . . . . . . 5.6.1.2 Display Backlight . . . . . . . . 5.6.1.3 Display Appearance . . . . . . . 5.
Chapter 5: Configuration 5.6.7 Certificate Assignment . . . . . . . . 5.7 Bluetooth Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7.1 The Devices Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7.2 The Servers Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7.3 Outgoing Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7.4 Active Conn. Tab . . . . . . . . . . . 5.7.5 The Properties Tab . . . . . . . . . . 5.7.6 Bluetooth GPRS Connection . . . . . 5.8 Total Recall . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.8.1 Creating A Backup Profile . . . . . . 5.8.2 Restoring A Profile .
Chapter 5: Configuration 5.11.3.2 Decoded (Internal) Advanced Options . . . . . . . . . . 5.11.3.3 Decoded (Internal) 2D Scanning Options (SE2223 only) 5.11.3.4 Decoded (Internal) Data Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.11.3.5 Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.11.3.6 Code 128 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.11.3.7 EAN 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.11.3.8 EAN 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.11.3.9 UPC A . . .
Chapter 5: Configuration 5.11.4.19 2D Codablock . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.11.4.20 Telepen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.11.5 Imager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.11.5.1 Imager Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.11.5.2 Imager Advanced Options . . . . . . . 5.11.5.3 Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.11.5.4 Code 128 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.11.5.5 UPC/EAN . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.11.5.6 Codabar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.11.5.7 Code 93 . . . . . . .
Chapter 5: Configuration 5.12.2.2 Modifying A Community Setting . 5.12.2.3 Removing An Existing Community 5.12.3 Trap Destination Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.12.3.1 Enabling Authentication TRAPS. . 5.12.3.2 Adding A Destination . . . . . . . 5.12.3.3 Changing A Destination . . . . . . 5.12.3.4 Removing A Trap Destination . . . 5.12.4 Permitted Hosts Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.12.4.1 Adding A Host . . . . . . . . . . . 5.12.4.2 Changing A Host . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 5: Configuration Remote Desktop Connection 5.1 Remote Desktop Connection Remote Desktop Connection is a 7530 G2 application used to connect to a Windows Terminal Server so that you can run a “session” on the Server machine, using the 7530 G2 (Windows CE device). Refer to the following website for step-by-step information about setting up this connection: http://www.microsoft.com/WindowsXP/pro/using/howto/gomobile/remotedesktop/default.
Chapter 5: Configuration The Control Panel 5.4 The Control Panel The Windows CE Control Panel provides a group of icons through which you can set a variety of system-wide properties. Note: If you are uncertain how to move around a dialog box and make selections, review “Using A Dialog Box” on page 73. When the 7530 G2 boots up, the startup desktop (shell) is displayed, and any applications stored in the Startup folder start up immediately.
Chapter 5: Configuration Control Panel Icons 5.5 Control Panel Icons The Control Panel provides a group of icons that allow you to customize and adjust settings on your 7530 G2. App Launch Keys Allows you to map keys to applications so that you can then launch those applications from a single key-press. Bluetooth Provides options for Bluetooth radio setup.
Chapter 5: Configuration Control Panel Icons Input Panel Provides the framework for a Soft Input Panel (SIP) should you need to design your own SIP. Internet Options Provides options to configure your Internet browser. You can determine items such as the default and search page that the browser applies when connecting to the Internet, the cache size, the Internet connection options, and the security level that is applied when browsing.
Chapter 5: Configuration Control Panel Icons Owner Provides fields in which you can specify owner information. A Notes tab allows additional information to be entered and displayed when the unit is powered up. Network ID tab information is used to access network resources. (This information should be provided by your System Administrator.) Password Allows you to assign a password to restrict access to elements of the unit.
Chapter 5: Configuration Control Panel Icons Remove Programs Lists the programs that can be removed from your unit. To remove a program, select it and then click on the Remove button. SNMP SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) is the protocol used to monitor and manage devices attached to a TCP/IP network. Storage Manager Allows the user to view information about the storage devices that are present, such as SD-MMC flash cards.
Chapter 5: Configuration Basic Setup Volume & Sound Allows you to adjust the volume of the sound emitted to indicate events like warnings, key clicks and screen taps. Wireless WAN Provides access to technology like GSM/GPRS and CDMA which allows wide area networking capability such as internet browsing via GSM/GPRS. 5.6 Basic Setup 5.6.1 Display Properties • In the Control Panel, choose the Display icon. Figure 5.2 Choosing The Display Icon 5.6.1.
Chapter 5: Configuration Display Properties • In the Display Properties dialog box, tap on the Contrast tab. • Slide the bar in the Contrast tab to the left to decrease or darken the display contrast. Slide the bar to the right to increase or lighten the display contrast. • 5.6.1.2 Display Backlight The Display Properties dialog box in the Control Panel allows you to specify the intensity of the backlight along with how long the backlight remains on when the 7530 G2 is not active.
Chapter 5: Configuration Display Properties Important: To maximize battery run time, keep the display backlight brightness and active durations as low as possible. ON Threshold The 7530 G2 is equipped with an ambient light sensor. This sliding bar allows you to determine how dark the ambient light needs to be before the backlight turns on. Intensity This parameter is used to adjust the light intensity of the 7530 G2 backlight.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties 5.6.1.3 • Display Appearance In the Display Properties dialog box, open the Appearance tab. This dialog box allows you to customize the display colour scheme. 5.6.2 Keyboard Properties This icon displays the Keyboard Properties dialog box in which you can adjust the repeat rate of the keys, the intensity of the keyboard backlight and the behaviour of the [BLUE] and [ORANGE] modifier keys.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties 5.6.2.1 • Key Repeat In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Repeat tab. Repeat Delay The position of the slider determines how long a key must be held down before it begins to autorepeat. Repeat Rate The value assigned for the Repeat Rate parameter determines how quickly the key you press repeats and is measured in characters per second (cps).
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties 5.6.2.2 • Keyboard Backlight In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Backlight tab. ON Threshold The ON Threshold sliding bar allows you to determine how dark the ambient light needs to be before the keyboard backlight turns on. Intensity This parameter is used to adjust the light intensity of the 7530 G2 keyboard backlight. Sliding the bar to the left darkens the keyboard backlight intensity, and sliding it to the right lightens the intensity.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties 5.6.2.3 • Keyboard One Shot Modes In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, tap on the One Shots tab. Figure 5.4 Keyboard One Shot Properties The options in this tab allow you to determine how modifier keys on your 7530 G2 behave. For each modifier key—[ALT], [SHIFT], [CTRL], [ORANGE] and [BLUE]—you have the following options in the drop-down menu: Lock, OneShot, and OneShot/Lock. Note: The taskbar helps you determine whether or not these keys are locked on.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties OneShot/Lock OneShot/Lock allows you to combine these functions. When you choose this option and you press the modifier key once, it remains active only until the next key is pressed. If you press the modifier key twice, it is locked ‘on’, remaining active until the modifier key is pressed a third time to turn it ‘off’. 5.6.2.4 • Keyboard Macro Keys In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Macros tab. Figure 5.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties A message screen is displayed instructing you to Please Enter Key Strokes • Type the macro sequence you want to assign to the Macro key. You can type text and numbers, and you can program the function of special keys into a macro. • When you’ve finished recording your macro sequence, press the key sequence – [CTRL] [ALT] [ENTER], or Tap on Stop Recording. A new screen displays the macro sequence you created. The Save Macro button is highlighted.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties 5.6.2.5 • Unicode Mapping In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Unicode Mapping tab. Figure 5.6 Unicode Mapping The Unicode Mapping tab is used to map combinations of virtual key values and [CTRL] and [SHIFT] states to Unicode™ values. This tab shows the configured Unicode character along with the Unicode value.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties Adding And Changing Unicode Values Important: Changes to Unicode mappings are not saved until you exit the Keyboard Properties dialog box. • Tap on the Add/Change button. • Highlight a value in the Unicode mapping list – in the sample screen above, a value will be assigned to virtual key 0 (VK 0). Position the cursor in the Unicode Mapping field, and type a Unicode value for the highlighted key.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties 5.6.2.6 Scancode Remapping A scancode is a number that is associated with a physical key on a keyboard. Every key has a unique scancode that is mapped to a virtual key, a function or a macro. Scancode Remapping allows you to change the functionality of any key on the keyboard. A key can be remapped to send a virtual key (e.g. VK_F represents the ‘F’ key; VK_RETURN represents the [ENTER/ON] key, etc.), perform a function (e.g.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties Adding A Remap To add a new remapping: • Tap on the Add button at the bottom of the dialog box. The Remap Scancode dialog box is displayed. • Type the scan code in hexadecimal in the field labelled Scancode Note: The Label field displays the default function of the scancode you are remapping.
Chapter 5: Configuration Volume And Sound Properties Editing A Scancode Remap To edit a scancode: • In the Scancode Remapping tab, tap the stylus on the remap you want to edit. • Tap on the Edit button, and make the appropriate changes. • Tap on OK to save your changes. Removing A Remap To delete a remap: • In the Scancode Remapping tab, highlight the scancode you want to delete, and tap on the Remove button. • Tap on OK. 5.6.
Chapter 5: Configuration Volume And Sound Properties 5.6.3.1 • • 5.6.3.2 Volume Adjustments Slide the volume button to the left to lower the beeper volume or to the right to increase the beeper volume. Under the heading Enable sounds for, enable the conditions under which you want the 7530 G2 to emit a beep. Sound The 7530 G2 hand-held computer is equipped with a sound port. This dialog box allows you to determine the sound file that will be emitted from this port.
Chapter 5: Configuration Power Management Properties 5.6.4 Power Management Properties This icon displays the Power Properties dialog box that indicates the unit’s battery capacity and allows you to manage battery use. • In the Control Panel, tap on the Power icon. Figure 5.9 Choosing The Power Icon 5.6.4.1 • 102 Battery Capacity In the Power Properties dialog box, open the Battery tab to view battery details.
Chapter 5: Configuration Power Management Properties 5.6.4.2 • Power Saving Schemes In the Power Properties dialog box, open the Schemes tab. Power Scheme This dropdown menu allows you to specify whether the unit is using AC Power or Battery Power. Switch State To Suspend Important: Psion Teklogix recommends setting the Suspend value to 10 minutes. Setting ‘Switch State To Suspend’ to ‘Never’ will adversely affect the battery run time.
Chapter 5: Configuration Power Management Properties 5.6.4.3 Suspend Threshold The Suspend Threshold adjustment tells the system when to shut down when the battery drains. If you choose Maximum Operating Time, the unit will run until the battery is completely empty; the RAM is only backed up for a short period of time. If you choose Maximum Backup Time, the hand-held shuts off with more energy left in the battery so RAM can be backed up for a longer period of time.
Chapter 5: Configuration Power Management Properties 5.6.4.4 Calibrate Tapping in the checkbox next to Allow Battery Calibration allows the battery to be recalibrated only when necessary if the unit is inserted in a Combo Docking station. 5.6.4.5 Advanced Power Properties Allow Suspend With This tab allows you to specify whether or not your unit will enter suspend state while is operating with an active PPP connection, network interface or active TCP/IP connection.
Chapter 5: Configuration Power Management Properties Low Power Warning The sliding scale under this section of the tab allows you to specify the remaining battery capacity at which a warning message is displayed on the 7530 G2 screen – 0% to 20%. 5.6.4.6 Devices This tab enables or disables power to individual CF, PC Card and SDIO slots in the unit. Slot Power Status This tab allows you to enable or disable power to the individual CF, PC Card and SDIO slots in your unit.
Chapter 5: Configuration Stylus Properties 5.6.5 Stylus Properties Note: • Touchscreen calibration may not be enabled on your unit. If your screen appears to require recalibration, contact your supervisor. In the Control Panel, tap on the Stylus icon. Figure 5.10 Stylus Icon 5.6.5.1 • Setting Double-Tap Sensitivity In the Double-Tap tab, follow the directions to tailor the sensitivity of the stylus when you tap on the touchscreen.
Chapter 5: Configuration Stylus Properties 5.6.5.2 Touchscreen Calibration Touchscreens rarely require recalibration. However, if your touchscreen has never been calibrated or if you find that the stylus pointer is not accurate when you tap on an item, follow the directions below. • Tap on the Calibration tab, and then on the Recalibrate button. • Follow the directions in the Calibration tab to recalibrate the screen. 5.6.5.3 Disabling The Touchscreen This tab allows you to disable the touchscreen.
Chapter 5: Configuration Manage Triggers 5.6.6 Manage Triggers The Manage Triggers icon allows you to configure how bar code scanners and other devices such as RFID readers are triggered. You can configure the trigger ID for each trigger button for both single- and double-click, and the double-click time. • In the Control Panel, tap on the Manage Triggers icon. Figure 5.11 Choosing The Manage Trigger Icon In the Manage Triggers screen you’ll see a list of trigger mappings.
Chapter 5: Configuration Manage Triggers 5.6.6.1 Trigger Mappings A trigger mapping is an association between a particular key on the keyboard and a driver or application, the “owner(s)” of the trigger source. When the specified key is pressed, the owner (for example, a decoded scanner) is sent a message. Important: It is not possible to have two or more identical mappings—for example [F1] cannot be mapped to the Non-Decoded Scanner twice—even if the trigger type is different.
Chapter 5: Configuration Manage Triggers 5.6.6.2 • Add And Edit Trigger Mapping Tap on the Add button to add a new trigger map, or on the Edit button to edit an existing trigger map. Figure 5.12 Add Trigger Mapping Menus Source This dropdown list allows you to specify the source of the trigger events, such as a keyboard key [F1], the grip trigger, etc., for the Trigger Owner selected.
Chapter 5: Configuration Manage Triggers Add Source Only existing trigger sources are shown in the Source combo-box. To add a new source to this list, tap on the Add Source button. A dialog box pops up, allowing you to select the keyboard key to use as a trigger source. Figure 5.13 Add Source Dialog Trigger Type You can enable either an Up/Down or Double Click response to a trigger press. Normally, when a trigger (keyboard key, etc.
Chapter 5: Configuration Certificate Assignment 5.6.7 Certificate Assignment • In the Control Panel, tap on the Certificate icon. Figure 5.14 Certificates Icon This dialog box is used in conjunction with 802.1x authentication to enhance 7530 G2 security. For a detailed description about Certificate setup for both the server and client-side devices (7530 G2s), refer to the following website: www.microsoft.com/windows2000/techinfo/planning/walkthroughs/default.
Chapter 5: Configuration Bluetooth Setup 5.7 Bluetooth Setup Bluetooth is a global standard for wireless connectivity for digital devices and is intended for Personal Area Networks (PAN). The technology is based on a short-range radio link that operates in the ISM band at 2.4 GHz. When two Bluetooth-equipped devices come within a 5 meter range of each other, they can establish a connection.
Chapter 5: Configuration The Devices Tab 5.7.1 The Devices Tab Note: Scan • If you intend to configure Bluetooth communication with specific devices (e.g., a scanner or printer), turn on the devices and bring them within 5 metres of the hand-held before proceeding with the discovery process described below. Tap on the Scan button to list available devices. Wait for the 7530 G2 to complete its scan (approximately 20 seconds).
Chapter 5: Configuration The Devices Tab Note: During the scanning process, addresses are located first, followed by names. Only the names of devices that are within the Bluetooth radio coverage range will be retrieved. The Active column indicates whether any service is activated for that device. When a service is activated, the device is displayed in the list even when it is not detected during the scan. The PIN column indicates whether you have a PIN (password) set for the device.
Chapter 5: Configuration The Devices Tab Note: The CH column shows the RFCOMM channel of the service if the service is RFCOMM-based. This information is not generally needed except for debugging purposes. To add a service to the Outgoing port, an active service must first be deactivated. Then you can choose the ‘Outgoing’ option from the Activation menu (highlight a service, right-click or press the [SPACE] bar to display the Activation menu).
Chapter 5: Configuration The Servers Tab 5.7.2 The Servers Tab The Bluetooth connection is initiated from your 7530 G2 to the remote device – therefore the 7530 G2 is called the ‘client’ and the remote is called the ‘server’. The Servers tab displays the server profiles that can be activated in your 7530 G2. There is currently one server profile available: Serial. • Tap on the checkbox to activate the server, and it will display the associated port name beside the server name.
Chapter 5: Configuration Active Conn. Tab The Outgoing list dialog box displays a list of services marked as ‘Outgoing’. The * column indicates the currently selected service. You can tap on Unselect to reset the current selection, or you can tap on Select to make a selection. The Remove button deletes the service from the outgoing list. The Prompt menu determines the behaviour of the pop-up Selection menu. Choosing Everytime causes the Selection menu to be displayed each time an outgoing port is created.
Chapter 5: Configuration The Properties Tab ties dialog box. Click on the Device Name tab to access the menu and change your settings. Then click on OK. Although the name will have changed in the Properties menu in Bluetooth Controls, the radio only reads it on boot-up. For the changes to take effect, you must cold reset the 7530 G2 (see“Cold Reset” on page 27). 5.7.5 The Properties Tab The Properties tab displays information about your 7530 G2, and provides some port options.
Chapter 5: Configuration Bluetooth GPRS Connection 5.7.6 Bluetooth GPRS Connection 1. To set up the internet parameters, tap on the Network And Dial-up Connections icon. Figure 5.16 Network And Dial-up Connection Icon 2. Tap on the Make New Connection icon. Figure 5.
Chapter 5: Configuration Bluetooth GPRS Connection 3. In the Make New Connection dialog box, tap on Dial-Up Connection. Enter a name for your GPRS network connection. Figure 5.18 Setting Up The Connection 4. Tap on the Next button to display the Modem dialog box. Figure 5.19 Setting Up The Modem 5. In the dropdown menu labelled Select a modem, choose the name of the modem with which you want to connect, and then tap on the Configure button to display the Device Properties dialog box.
Chapter 5: Configuration Bluetooth GPRS Connection The 7530 G2 communicates via Bluetooth to your Bluetooth-equipped cellular telephone and retrieves the parameters for the Device Properties dialog box. The 7530 G2 then disconnects. Figure 5.20 Port Settings 6. Under the Call Options tab, turn off Cancel the call if not connected within, and press [ENTER] to save your changes. Figure 5.
Chapter 5: Configuration Bluetooth GPRS Connection 7. In the Modem dialog box, tap on the Next button to display the Phone Number dialog box. Figure 5.22 Setting The Phone Number The phone number you enter is network carrier dependent. Once you’ve specified all the necessary information, choose the Finish button. 8. In the Control Panel, choose the Dialing icon. Figure 5.
Chapter 5: Configuration Bluetooth GPRS Connection 9. The values in the Dialing Properties dialog box need to be edited according to your network carrier specifications. Figure 5.24 Setting Up Dialing Properties Once you’ve edited this dialog box to reflect your network carrier requirements, press [ENTER] to save your changes. 10. At this point, you’ll need to return to the Control Panel, and choose the Network and Dial-up Connections icon. 11.
Chapter 5: Configuration Total Recall An onscreen message will be displayed indicating the status of your connection – connected, disconnected, error messages, and so on. • Tap on the Hide button to move this message to the background. You can now access the internet. 5.8 Total Recall Total Recall is a Psion Teklogix utility developed to maintain applications setting over cold boots. This utility is based on a backup and restore concept. • In the Control Panel, tap on the Total Recall icon Figure 5.
Chapter 5: Configuration Creating A Backup Profile In the dropdown menu, you can choose from four options: Create Backup Profile, View Selected Profile, Restore Selected Profile and Delete Selected Profile. Keep in mind however that until a profile is created, the only available option is Create Backup Profile. • Tap on the Next button to begin the process. Profile Information This dialog box lists the possible storage destinations for the profile file.
Chapter 5: Configuration Creating A Backup Profile • • Profile Location – allows the operator to specify where the profile is to be saved. The location for the profile is either \Flash Disk or \SD-MMC Card. Choose the Next button to display the next dialog box – Add Files. Add Files By default, All Files is selected so that all installed or copied files, database entries, and the Registry will be saved. You can, however, limit the backup to databases, and/or the registry only.
Chapter 5: Configuration Creating A Backup Profile Choosing By Individual File displays a pop-up menu where you can tailor the list of files you want to back up. Figure 5.28 Adding Files To add a file to your backup list: • Tap on Add Files. Browse to and choose the files you want to add to your list. Choosing By File Type allows you to select the file types that you want backed up. Figure 5.
Chapter 5: Configuration Restoring A Profile View Selections Depending on what you have selected for inclusion in your profile, you can view a list of the selected files, databases and/or registry. • Choose the Next button to perform the operation. Performing The Backup • Tap on the Backup button to start the process, and create a profile. 5.8.
Chapter 5: Configuration IPv6 Support Note: You can also manually restore an auto restore profile located in flash or a storage device. 5.9 IPv6 Support The IPv6 Support icon in the Control Panel allows you to activate IPv6 network support on your unit. This internet protocol specification (version 6) supports 128-bit IP addresses, replacing version 4. Figure 5.30 IPv6 Support Icon • Choose the IPv6 Support icon to display the associated dialog box.
Chapter 5: Configuration Narrow Band Radio Setup 5.10 Narrow Band Radio Setup Keep in mind that the Narrow Band icon is only visible in the 7530 G2 Control Panel when a Narrow Band radio is installed in the unit. • In the Control Panel, tap on the Narrow Band Radio icon. 5.10.1 Info Tab In the Narrow Band Radio dialog box, the Info tab displays information about the radio – it cannot be edited. The Power information in this screen indicates the power of the radio installed in the unit – 0.5 or 1.0 W.
Chapter 5: Configuration Info Tab These statistics are updated every second while the dialog box is displayed. The following table provides a brief description of these statistics: Statistic cq Description Channel quality. See the description of the “Channel Switch Speed” parameter in the channel tab for more information on how “cq” affects channel switching (see “Channel Switch Speed” on page 136).
Chapter 5: Configuration Info Tab Low Level Screen • Tap on the Low Level tab to display the Low Level statistics screen. Table 5.2 defines the elements of the Low Level statistics screen.
Chapter 5: Configuration Channel Tab Default All Parameters • Tap on the Default all Parameters button to return all registry parameters to default values. When this button is pressed, a screen appears asking if you’re sure you want to return all parameters to their default values. • Tap on the Yes button to return values to their default settings. Note: This button does not default the radio parameters set under the Radio tab. 5.10.
Chapter 5: Configuration Channel Tab Channel Enable List • Tap on the Channel Enable List button to display a dialog box listing available channels. This dialog box is completed by default with all channels that have frequencies configured. A checkmark indicates that a channel is enabled. An unchecked check box indicates that the channel is disabled. The maximum number of channels supported by the RA1001 Narrow Band radio is 20.
Chapter 5: Configuration Channel Tab Channel Selection Enabling “Manual Select” allows you to set the channel search order the 7530 G2 will use if communication quality drops and channel switching is required. If this parameter is enabled, the 7530 G2 uses the channel switching lists specified in the Manual Switch Table. If this parameter is disabled (unchecked), the hand-held uses a standard algorithm to decide which channel it should switch to in the event of poor channel quality.
Chapter 5: Configuration Protocol Tab Editing The Channel List Only those channels that are enabled are displayed in the dropdown menus in the Edit Channel List dialog box. The allowable values range from 0 to 20. • Tap on the arrow next to dropdown menu to scroll through the available channels. Highlight the value you want to assign. • Once you’ve assigned the switching order, tap on the OK button to close the dialog box.
Chapter 5: Configuration Protocol Tab Cellular Radio Address Auto Radio Address If Auto radio address is enabled, the 7530 G2 requests an automatically assigned radio address. Manual radio address is displayed in grey text indicating that it cannot be accessed. Manual Radio Address The value entered in the Manual Radio Address parameter is used to identify the 7530 G2 over the radio link. A unique value from 1 to 3840 must be assigned for each unit.
Chapter 5: Configuration Protocol Tab Window Delay Important: The value assigned to this parameter should not be changed from the factory setting without a clear understanding of the timing of the radio protocol. This parameter specifies the amount of time (in milliseconds) the 7530 G2 should add to each response window in order to accommodate the receive/transmit switching characteristics of the radio. The value assigned must be compatible with other units and base stations in the system.
Chapter 5: Configuration Power Tab 5.10.4 Power Tab Enable Power Saving When this parameter is checked, power saving is enabled. Idle Poll Limit Note: The “Idle Poll Limit” parameter is only used when “Enable Power Saving” is enabled. This parameter determines how many transmit opportunities – base station polls with available response windows – must be consecutively skipped before the 7530 G2 places the radio into power-down mode for power saving.
Chapter 5: Configuration Radio Tab 5.10.5 Radio Tab Modulation/Baud Rate The options listed in the “Modulation / Baud Rate” dropdown menu are: 2 Level/4800, 2 Level/9600, 4 Level/9600 and 4 Level/19200. The value assigned to this parameter must be identical to the corresponding parameter in the Psion Teklogix Base Station. This parameter is stored in the radio’s non-volatile memory.
Chapter 5: Configuration Scanner Settings To discard the new value, and keep the old “Data Squelch” value: • Tap on the X button at the top of the dialog box. The old value is sent to the protocol driver. Frequency Table • Tap on the Frequency button to display the Frequency Table dialog box. • Tap on the Copy “Receive” to “Transmit” button to copy the contents of the “Receive” fields into the corresponding “Transmit” fields.
Chapter 5: Configuration Bar Codes Using the stylus, touching and holding on a symbology will pop up a menu to default the sub-tree, or all settings. Touching and holding on an individual setting will pop up a menu to default that setting, or all settings. Figure 5.31 Teklogix Scanner Icon 5.11.1 Bar Codes Figure 5.32 Scanner Properties 5.11.1.
Chapter 5: Configuration Non-Decoded Scanners Note: Your 7530 G2 is configured at the factory for internal scanner types. The type of scanner installed can be determined through the System icon in the Control Panel, under the System Properties tab. Important: To improve the decode speed and performance, enable (set to ‘on’) only those codes that are required by the application. Keep in mind that some bar code types are only available when an internal imaging scanner is installed.
Chapter 5: Configuration Non-Decoded Scanners A ‘plus’ sign (+) to the left of the menu item indicates that a sub-menu of parameters is attached. • Tap the stylus on the + sign to display the sub-menu. • To change a parameter value, double-tap on the parameter. If you need to type a value, a dialog box is displayed in which you can type a new value. If you need to change a yes or no value, double-tapping on the parameter toggles between yes and no.
Chapter 5: Configuration Non-Decoded Scanners Security This parameter controls the tolerance for decoding edge-to-edge bar codes (Code 93, Code 128, UPC/EAN). Lower values have a lower tolerance for misreads, but they also increase the time it takes to decode the bar code. The default value of 30 is generally a good compromise setting. 5.11.2.2 Code 39 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 39” or off to disable it.
Chapter 5: Configuration Non-Decoded Scanners Mod Checks This parameter allows you to choose the check digit calculated: MOD 43 Check, MOD 10 Check or None. • Double-tap on Mod Checks to display your options. • Tap on a check digit to highlight it, and tap on OK. If you choose None, a check is not executed. Field Size/Chars Field Size The field size is the length of the field after the first character is stripped and the prefix and suffix characters are added.
Chapter 5: Configuration Non-Decoded Scanners Strip Trailing The value entered in this parameter determines the number of characters that will be removed from the end of the bar code before the suffix character is added. 5.11.2.3 Code 128 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 128” or off to disable it. Include Sym Setting “Include Sym” to on causes the group separator(s) and start code contained in this type of bar code to be displayed on the screen.
Chapter 5: Configuration Non-Decoded Scanners 5.11.2.4 EAN 13 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 13” or off to disable it. Enable Bookland EAN Setting this parameter to ON allows your scanner to recognize Bookland EAN bar codes. Include Country If this parameter is enabled, the country code is included with the decoded bar code data. Include Check If this parameter is enabled, the check digit is included with the decoded bar code data.
Chapter 5: Configuration Non-Decoded Scanners Prefix/Suffix Prefix Char This character, if non-zero, is added before a successfully decoded bar code. Press the key you want to insert in the dialog box attached to this parameter. The ASCII/Unicode key value of the keypress is displayed. Pressing the [ESC] key in this dialog box resets the data to zero. Suffix Char This character, if non-zero, is added after a successfully decoded bar code.
Chapter 5: Configuration Non-Decoded Scanners Addendum Important: Before “Addendum” can take effect, the “Short Code” parameter (see page 146) must be enabled. Refer to “Addendum” on page 150. Prefix/Suffix See “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 151. 5.11.2.6 UPC A Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC A”. Include Number Sys If this parameter is enabled, the number system digit is included with the decoded bar code data.
Chapter 5: Configuration Non-Decoded Scanners Include Number Sys If this parameter is enabled, the number system digit is included with the decoded bar code data. Include Check When enabled, the check digit is included with the decoded bar code data. Addendum Important: Before “Addendum” can take effect, the “Short Code” parameter (see page 146) must be enabled. Refer to “Addendum” on page 150. Prefix/Suffix Refer to page 151 for details. 5.11.2.
Chapter 5: Configuration Non-Decoded Scanners 5.11.2.10 Code 11 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 11”. Include Check If “Include Check” is enabled, the check digit is included with the decoded bar code data. Check Digits This parameter can be set to None, One Check Digit or Two Check Digits. • Double-tap on this parameter to display a dialog box listing your options. • Highlight the check digit you want to use, and tap on OK.
Chapter 5: Configuration Non-Decoded Scanners Field Size/Chars Refer to the description beginning on page 148 for details. 5.11.2.12 MSI Plessey Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “MSI Plessey”. One Check Digit If this parameter is enabled, it is assumed that the last digit is a check digit. Include Check If this parameter is enabled, the check digit is included with the decoded bar code data. Field Size/Chars Refer to the description beginning on page 148 for details. 5.11.2.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners 5.11.2.14 IATA 2 of 5 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “IATA 2 of 5”. Mod 10 Check If this parameter is enabled, the Mod 10 check digit is calculated. ITF Check If this parameter is enabled, the ITF-14/16 Mod10 check digit is calculated. Include Check If this parameter is enabled, the check digit is included with the decoded bar code data. Field Size/Chars Refer to the description beginning on page 148 for details. 5.11.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners 5.11.3.1 Decoded (Internal) Options Dot Time (msec) (SE2223 only) The value selected for “Dot Time (msec)” determines (in milliseconds) how long the targeting dot remains on before the scanner switches to a normal scan sweep. When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can enter a value of 0 msec, 200 msec or 400 msec. A value of 0 (zero) disables the target dot.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Low Power Timeout To extend laser life, you can select the length of time the scanner remains active following a successful decode. The scanner wakes from low power mode when a bar code is scanned – a successful decode restores normal blinking. When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can choose a value of 30 sec, 1 min, 2 min or 3 min.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners “Linear security level 3” specifies that code types other than the following must be successfully read twice before being decoded. The following codes must be read three times: Code Type Length MSI Plessey 4 or less D 2 of 5 8 or less I 2 of 5 8 or less “Linear security level 4” requires that all code types be successfully read three times before being decoded.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners 5.11.3.4 Decoded (Internal) Data Options Transmit Code ID Char A code ID character identifies the scanned bar code type. In addition to any single character prefix already selected, the code ID character is inserted between the prefix and the decoded symbol. When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can choose a transmit code: None, AIM or Symbol.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners 5.11.3.5 Code 39 Enable Setting this parameter to on enables “Code 39”. Enable Trioptic Code 39 Note: “Trioptic Code 39” and “Full ASCII” should not be enabled simultaneously. The scanner does not automatically discriminate between these two symbologies. Trioptic Code 39 symbols always contain six characters. Setting this parameter to on allows this type of symbology to be recognized.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box labelled Set Code Lengths where you can define the code length that will be decoded by your scanner. Choosing One discrete length allows you to decode only those codes containing a selected length. Choosing Two discrete lengths allows you to decode only those codes containing two selected lengths. Length within a range allows you to decode a code type within a specified range from 1 to 55.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can enter a decode performance level of between 1 and 3. Note: Keep in mind that this parameter limits scanning to one fixed length. Field Size/Chars Refer to page 148 for details. 5.11.3.6 Code 128 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 128”. Enable UCC/EAN-128 EAN/UCC bar codes include group separators and start codes.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners 5.11.3.7 EAN 13 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 13”. Prefix/Suffix See “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 151. 5.11.3.8 EAN 8 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 8”. EAN-8 Zero Extend When this parameter is enabled, five leading zeros are added to decoded EAN-8 symbols, making them compatible in format to EAN-13 symbols. Disabling this parameter returns EAN-8 symbols to their normal format.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Prefix/Suffix See “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 151. 5.11.3.10 UPC E Enabled UPC-E Set this parameter to on to allow “UPC E” bar code scans. Enabled UPC-E1 Set this parameter to on to allow “UPC-E1” (zero suppressed) bar code scans. UPC-E And UPC-E1 Check Digit If you enable one or both of these parameters, a check digit is included with the decoded bar code data.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners 5.11.3.11 UPC/EAN Shared Settings The parameters you set here are a shared across all available UPC and EAN bar codes. Enable Bookland EAN Setting this parameter to on allows your scanner to recognize Bookland EAN bar codes. Supplementals 'Supplementals” are additionally appended characters (2 or 5). Double-tapping this parameter displays a list of options. If Ignore is chosen, UPC/EAN is decoded and the supplemental characters are ignored.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners 2D UPC Half Block Stitching (SE2223 only) Setting this parameter to on enables “UPC Half Block Stitching” for the SE 3223 omnidirectional engine only. 5.11.3.12 Codabar Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Codabar”. Set Length L1 And Set Length L2 Lengths for “Codabar” can be set for Any length, Length within a range, One discrete length or Two discrete lengths. The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Set Length L1 And Set Length L2 Lengths for “Code 93” can be set for Any length, Length within a range, One discrete length or Two discrete lengths. The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box labelled Set Code Lengths where you can define the code length that will be recognized by your scanner.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Convert To EAN 13 If this parameter is enabled, an I 2 of 5 bar code is converted to EAN 13. Field Size/Chars Refer to page 148 for details. 5.11.3.15 MSI Plessey Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “MSI Plessey”. Set Length L1 And Set Length L2 Lengths for “MSI Plessey” can be set for Any length, Length within a range, One discrete length or Two discrete lengths. The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Check Digit Algorithm When the Two MSI Plessey check digits option is selected, an additional verification is required to ensure integrity. Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box in which you can choose the algorithm to be used: MOD 10/MOD 11 or MOD 10/MOD 10. Field Size/Chars Refer to page 148 for details. 5.11.3.16 Discrete 2 of 5 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Discrete 2 of 5”.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners 5.11.3.18 2D Micro PDF-417 (SE2223 only) Enable Setting this parameter to on enables “2D Micro PDF-417” bar code scanning. Micro PDF-417 is a multi-row symbology that is useful for applications requiring greater area efficiency but lower data capacity than PDF-417. Code 128 Emulation When this parameter is enabled, the scanner transmits data from certain Micro PDF-417 symbols as if it was encoded in Code 128 symbols.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Enable RSS Limited (SE1224, SE2223 and SE1524 only) ‘RSS-Limited” is restricted, in that it can only encode 14 digit GTINs (global trade item number) that begin with either a 0 or a 1. It is not stackable and is not designed to be read omni-directionally.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Intermec ISCP) 5.11.4 Decoded (Intermec ISCP) • Tap on the Scanner dropdown menu, and choose Decoded (Intermec ISCP). 5.11.4.1 Decoded (Intermec) Options Laser On Time The value assigned to this parameter determines how long the imager will remain on when the scan button or trigger is pressed. Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box in which you can enter a value between 1 and 10 seconds. 5.11.4.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Parameter Scanning Setting this parameter to on enables decoding of parameter bar codes. Same Read Validate The data is only transmitted after repeated reads give the same result. The value assigned at this parameter determines the number of reads required, from 0 to 10 times. Same Read Timeout Prevents the same bar code from being read more than once. The value assigned determines after what time period the scanner will timeout, from 0 to 2550 msec.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Accepted Start Char This parameter allows the user the option of using one of the two start/stop characters or both ($ char, * char, $ and * char). Check Digit Verification Uses the specified algorithm of the option you've chosen to ensure the integrity of the symbol data before transmitting. If the data does not contain that algorithm, the data is not transmitted. The available options are: Disabled, MOD 43 Check, French CIP, or Italian CIP.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Intermec ISCP) EAN 128 Identifier ‘EAN 128 Identifier’ allows the AIM ID " ]C1" for EAN 128 to be transmitted or removed. By default, this identifier is transmitted if EAN 128 is enabled. GTIN Compliant GTIN (global trade item number) processing transmits EAN 128 as the 14-character EAN/UCC GTIN. To use GTIN processing, you must activate the EAN 128 symbology. Important: When EAN 128 and GTIN processing are both activated, it is not possible to read normal EAN 128 Codes.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Reading Range Determines the reading distance from which a bar code can be successfully scanned. The default setting Extended, allows for increased reading distance. Check Digit Verification Uses the specified algorithm of the option you've chosen to ensure the integrity of the symbol data before transmitting. If the data does not contain that algorithm, the data is not transmitted. The available options are: Disabled, or French CIP.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Intermec ISCP) 5.11.4.6 EAN 8 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 8”. Transmit Check Digit If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled. Convert To EAN 13 If this parameter is enabled, an EAN 8 bar code is converted to EAN 13. Prefix/Suffix See “Prefix/Suffix” beginning on page 151. 5.11.4.7 UPC A Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC A” bar code scanning recognition.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Enable UPC-E1 Set this parameter to ON to allow “UPC-E1” (zero suppressed) bar code scans. Transmit Check Digit If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled. Transmit Number System If this parameter is enabled, the number system digit is transmitted with the decoded bar code data. Convert To UPC-A This parameter converts UPC E (zero suppressed) decoded data to UPC A format before transmission.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Addendum Security This parameter defines the security level for Addendum Add-on 2 and Addendum Add-on 5. The higher the security level, the lower the decode rate, which can be set from 0 to 100. GTIN Compliant GTIN (global trade item number) processing transmits EAN 128 as the 14-character EAN/UCC GTIN. To use GTIN processing, you must activate the EAN 128 symbology.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Check Digit Verification When enabled, this parameter checks the integrity of an I 2 of 5 symbol to ensure it complies with a specified algorithm: either USS (Uniform Symbology Specification) or OPCC (Optical Product Code Council). Transmit Check Digit If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled. Set Length L1, Set Length L2, And Set Length L3 Lengths for “Codabar” can be set from 0 to 255.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Check Digit Verification Uses the specified algorithm of the option you've chosen to ensure the integrity of the symbol data before transmitting. If the data does not contain that algorithm, the data is not transmitted. The available options are: One Check Digit or Two Check Digits. Transmit Check Digit If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Set Length L1, Set Length L2, And Set Length L3 Lengths for “Codabar” can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays dialog boxes where you can define the code length that will be recognized by your scanner. Length Mode You can chose to set L1 as Minimum Length or L1,L2,L3 as Fixed Length.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Transmit Check Digit If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled. Plessy Transmit Check Digit If the check digit is to be transmitted with the Plessy data, this parameter must be enabled. Minimum Length Minimum lengths for the bar code can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s).
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Set Length L1, Set Length L2, And Set Length L3 Lengths for “Codabar” can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays dialog boxes where you can define the code length that will be recognized by your scanner. Length Mode You can chose to set L1 as Minimum Length or L1,L2,L3 as Fixed Length.
Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Intermec ISCP) ]L4 ]L5 if the first codeword is 908 or 909 if the first codeword is 910 or 911 5.11.4.19 2D Codablock Enable Codablock A Set this parameter to on to enable Codablock type A. Enable Codablock F Set this parameter to on to enable Codablock type F. Enable RSS-14 RSS-14 code can be either purely linear or split in half with one half stacked on top of the other half.
Chapter 5: Configuration Imager Minimum Length Minimum lengths for the bar code can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s). Field Size/Chars Refer to page 148 for details. 5.11.5 Imager • Tap on the Scanner dropdown menu, and choose Imager. 5.11.5.1 Imager Options TekImager Enabled Setting this option to on enables the imager installed in your hand-held.
Chapter 5: Configuration Imager When more than one bar code is visible in a single snap shot, this parameter allows you to specify that only the centre image within the imager framing marker be read. When this parameter is set to on, the target dot is pointed at the centre image and only that image is returned. Max Number Barcodes Specifies the maximum number of bar codes the imager attempts to decode in an image. A maximum of 6 bar codes can be decoded at one time.
Chapter 5: Configuration Imager 5.11.5.2 Imager Advanced Options Important: Do not adjust the advanced options without first consulting Psion Teklogix technical support. Default Dev. On Reboot The value assigned to this parameter determines whether or not the driver will restore the factory defaults to the imager device on the next reboot—that is, a cold boot or warm boot. Note: The driver will default the imager device on a clean-cold-boot, regardless of the value of this parameter.
Chapter 5: Configuration Imager Fast Converge Note: “Auto Exposure” must be set to ‘on’ in order for this parameter to function. Keep in mind that while this parameter can improve imager performance, “Fast Converge” increases battery power consumption. Setting this parameter to on speeds the “Auto Exposure” process. It allows the imager to rapidly snap a number of bar code capture attempts while finding ideal values for gain, integration and illumination.
Chapter 5: Configuration Imager Adaptive Windowing Adaptive Windowing is an advanced technique used to speed up bar code recognition in certain applications. The ‘Adaptive Windowing’ parameter automatically reduces the size of the window to the user-programmed window size when it successfully decodes (which reduces decode time the next time it is used), but increases it to the full size window (1280x1024 for SX5303) on a failed decode.
Chapter 5: Configuration Imager 5.11.5.5 UPC/EAN This parameter allows you to enable the following UPC (Universal Product Code) and EAN (European Article Numbering) bar codes: UPC-A, UPC-E, UPC-E1, UPC-8, EAN-13, Bookland EAN-13 and Bookland EAN. Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC/EAN” bar codes. Addendum Refer to “Addendum” on page 150. Prefix/Suffix Refer to page 151 for details. 5.11.5.6 Codabar Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Codabar”.
Chapter 5: Configuration Imager 5.11.5.9 RSS Code (Reduced Space Symbology) Enable Setting this parameter to on enables “RSS Code” scanning capability. Field Size/Chars Refer to page 148 for details. 5.11.5.10 Postal: Australian Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Australian”. Field Size/Chars Refer to page 148 for details. 5.11.5.11 Postal: Japanese Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Japanese”. Field Size/Chars Refer to page 148 for details. 5.11.5.
Chapter 5: Configuration Imager 5.11.5.14 Postal: PostNET Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: PostNET”. Field Size/Chars Refer to page 148 for details. 5.11.5.15 Postal: Royal Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Royal”. Field Size/Chars Refer to page 148 for details. 5.11.5.16 2D DataMatrix Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “2D DataMatrix”. Field Size/Chars Refer to page 148 for details. 5.11.5.
Chapter 5: Configuration Imager 5.11.5.19 2D Micro PDF-417 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “2D Micro PDF-417”. Field Size/Chars Refer to page 148 for details. 5.11.5.20 2D QR Code Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “2D QR Code”. Field Size/Chars Refer to page 148 for details. 5.11.5.21 2D Aztec Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “2D Aztec”. Field Size/Chars Refer to page 148 for details. 5.11.5.
Chapter 5: Configuration Options Tab 5.11.6 Options Tab This tab allows you to tailor the double-click parameters and the display options associated with your scanner. Double Click Parameters Click Time (msec) This parameter controls the maximum gap time (in milliseconds) for a double-click. If the time between the first and second clicks of the scanner trigger is within this time, it is considered a double-click. The allowable range is 0 to 1000. A value of zero disables this feature.
Chapter 5: Configuration Options Tab Display Parameters Scan Result When this parameter is enabled, the type of bar code and the result of the scan appear on the screen. Note that this information is only displayed after a successful decode and is visible only while the scanner trigger is pressed. When the trigger is released, this information is cleared from the screen. Scan Indicator When this parameter is enabled, the laser warning logo appears on the display whenever the scanner is activated.
Chapter 5: Configuration Translations 5.11.7 Translations • In the Translation tab, tap on the Add button. Input This value is compared with the decoded bar code reading. If there is a match, the “Output” string replaces the data read from the bar code. Output If there is a match between the decoded bar code and the corresponding “Input” string, the decoded bar code will be translated into the “Output” string.
Chapter 5: Configuration Ports Type The value chosen from this dropdown menu determines what is compared with the decoded bar code reading – the beginning of decoded bar code, the end of decoded bar code, the entire decoded bar code or anywhere within the decoded bar code (default). 5.11.8 Ports While you cannot configure the scanner, you can configure communications with a serial decoded scanner using the options in this tab.
Chapter 5: Configuration Ports 5.11.8.1 Tether Port (COM1) Note: RS232 serial communications is one of the modes available on the tether port, located on the side of the 7530 G2 Baud Double-tapping on this parameter displays a pop-up window in which you can choose an appropriate baud rate. Data Bits This parameter determines the number of bits data bits included in each asynchronous data byte. Most devices use 8 bit data bytes.
Chapter 5: Configuration Ports Parity This parameter determines the type of parity checking used on the data going through the tether port. Double-tapping on this option displays a pop-up window in which you can choose the appropriate Parity. Stop Bits This parameter specifies the number of stop bits – 1, 1.5 or 2 – used for asynchronous communication. 5.11.8.2 Console Port (COM3) Note: The console port is accessed via the docking connector on the bottom of the 7530 G2.
Chapter 5: Configuration Ports Data Bits Refer to page 200 for details about this parameter. Parity For details, refer to page 201. Stop Bits Refer to page 201 for details about “Stop Bits”. 5.11.8.3 Port Replicator Tether (COM6) The port replicator tether is a duplicate tether port located on the port replicator module of 7530 G2 cradles. Baud Refer to page 200 for details. Data Bits Refer to page 200 for details about this parameter. Parity For details, refer to page 201.
Chapter 5: Configuration Ports 5.11.8.4 Port Replicator Port A (COM5) Port replicator Port A is the standard RS232 DE-9 DTE port on the 7530 G2 port replicator module available on certain cradle types. Enabled This parameter must be set to on in order for the 7530 G2 to recognize the device connected to the port replicator RS232 DE-9 port (port A). Baud Refer to page 200 for details. Data Bits Refer to page 200 for details about this parameter. Parity For details, refer to page 201.
Chapter 5: Configuration SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) Setup 5.12 SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) Setup Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP) is the protocol used to monitor and manage devices attached to a TCP/IP network (providing they support SNMP). SNMP uses Management Information Bases (MIBs) that define the variables an SNMP Network Management Station can access. Each product has a defined set of MIBs that determine how SNMP operates, the type of access allowed and so on.
Chapter 5: Configuration Contact Tab 5.12.1 Contact Tab 5.12.1.1 Contact This field identifies the contact person for this managed node along with information about how to get in touch with this person. The content of this parameter is accessible through MIB-II’s sysContact object. 5.12.1.2 Location This parameter is used to identify the physical location of this node (e.g., Warehouse A: Pillar 32B). The content of this parameter is accessible through MIB-II’s sysLocation object.
Chapter 5: Configuration Communities Tab 5.12.2 Communities Tab The “Communities” tab provides a means of limiting access to SNMP managed devices to those SNMP Managers with matching “community names”, as specified by RFC 1157. Enable SNMP Enabling Enable SNMP allows the device to respond to SNMP queries and to send Traps. After enabling this option and rebooting the device, the SNMP Agent will automatically start up. To disable this feature, remove the check mark from the check box. 5.12.2.
Chapter 5: Configuration Communities Tab Name The value assigned here is the name assigned by the network administrator to the set of devices to which this managed node belongs. Rights This menu allows you to specify access – that is, ‘Read-Only’ or Read-Write’ 5.12.2.2 Modifying A Community Setting To modify an existing community: • Highlight the community you want to alter. • Tap on the Change button. A Modify Community dialog box is displayed, listing the community you highlighted.
Chapter 5: Configuration Trap Destination Tab 5.12.3 Trap Destination Tab A trap is an unsolicited report sent to SNMP Managers by the SNMP Agent running on the managed node. This option allows you to define where the report will be sent. 5.12.3.1 Enabling Authentication TRAPS Enabling Enable Authentication TRAPS allows authorization traps to be sent when a failure is detected (e.g., an SNMP message received with a bad community name). 5.12.3.
Chapter 5: Configuration Trap Destination Tab 5.12.3.3 Changing A Destination To change an existing trap destination: • Highlight the destination you want to alter in the Trap Destination tab, and then tap on the Change button. A dialog box like the one displayed when you add a destination is displayed. • Make the changes to the destination, and press [ENTER] to save the changes. 5.12.3.
Chapter 5: Configuration Permitted Hosts Tab 5.12.4 Permitted Hosts Tab For security reasons, the Network Administrator may want to restrict SNMP-node access to a known sub-set of SNMP Managers. This tab lists the IP addresses of all the SNMP Managers which are allowed to monitor and manage this device. If no entries are listed, the device will accept SNMP queries from any host. 5.12.4.1 Adding A Host To add a new host: • Tap on the Add button.
Chapter 5: Configuration Permitted Hosts Tab 5.12.4.2 Changing A Host To change an existing host IP address: • Highlight the IP address you want to alter in the Permitted Hosts tab, and then tap on the Change button. A dialog box like the one displayed when you add a host is displayed. • Make the necessary changes, and press [ENTER].
6 PERIPHERAL DEVICES & ACCESSORIES 6.1 External Bar Code Readers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.1.1 PowerScan™ Standard, LR and XLR Bar Code Scanners . 6.1.2 Entering Data With The Bar Code Reader . . . . . . . . . 6.2 RD7950 Integrated UHF RFID Reader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.3 Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.4 Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.5 Gang Charger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories 6.8.4 Network Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8.4.1 Network Addressing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8.5 Battery Charging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8.6 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8.6.1 Network Link Unsuccessful . . . . . . . . . . 6.8.6.2 7530 G2 LED Does Not Light When Docked . 6.9 Portable Docking Module (PDM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.10 Bluetooth Peripherals . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories External Bar Code Readers 6.1 External Bar Code Readers 6.1.1 PowerScan™ Standard, LR and XLR Bar Code Scanners The 7530 G2 supports Psion Teklogix’ PowerScan™ industrial bar code scanner with standard, long range and extra long range options. To connect this scanner to the 7530 G2, attach the device to the tether port at the upper-right side of the 7530 G2. Review your “PowerScan Programing Guide (PSC)” before you begin. 6.1.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Battery Charging 6.4 Battery Charging Note: Initially, new batteries that have been fully charged may indicate slightly less than 100% charge. No special conditioning is required. The full capacity of the battery will reach 100% after 5 cycles through the charger. It can take from 1.5 to 4 hours to charge a battery.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Operator Controls A green indicator in the lower-right lights to indicate power is present. All charge indicators flash momentarily at powerup to indicate that the charger is ready for operation. If you choose to wall mount the charger, follow the instructions packaged with the mounting bracket kit. Be sure to locate the charger in an area where there is no risk of injury to persons walking in the vicinity. 6.5.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Troubleshooting The LED directly below the slot in which a battery is inserted lights up immediately. A solid yellow LED indicates that the battery is being charged. If the battery temperature is outside 5° C to 39° C (41° F to 102° F), the LED flashes yellow until the temperature is acceptable. A fully discharged battery will normally take between 1.5 and 4 hours to charge. When the battery charge reaches 75%, the indicator flashes green.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Power LED Does Not Light Up 6.5.5.3 • • • • Power LED Does Not Light Up Remove all batteries, and unplug the charger. Connect another device to the mains outlet to ensure there is power. Remove the IEC mains power cable from the charger, and check it for damage. Reconnect the mains cable in the charger and mains outlet. If the power LED still does not light up: • Unplug the mains cable, and check the fuse at the rear of the charger.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Operator Controls After unpacking the unit: • Visually inspect the charger for possible damage. • Install the IEC power cord and apply power. A green LED in the lower-right corner of the front panel lights to indicate that power is present. The charge LED flashes momentarily at powerup. The charger is now ready for operation. 6.6.2 Operator Controls The combo charger has no operator controls or power switch. 6.6.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Charge Indicators 6.6.5 Charge Indicators The spare battery charge slot has an associated tri-colour LED indicator on the lower-right area of the front panel. LED Behaviour Charge Status Off No battery detected in the slot. Solid green Battery is fully charged. Flashing green Battery is charged to 75% capacity. Solid yellow Charge in progress. Flashing yellow Battery temperature outside the charge range of between 5° C to 39° C (41° F to 102° F).
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Combo Dock 6.7 Combo Dock The combo dock is identical to the combo charger with one exception – the combo dock is equipped with a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet interface. The charging information in “Combo Charger” beginning on page 219 also applies to the combo dock. 6.7.1 Installation Refer to the “Installation” guidelines for the combo charger beginning on page 219.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Quad Dock 6.8 Quad Dock Note: The quad dock is shipped with a user manual. It is critical that this manual be reviewed for additional information and updates. The Quad Dock permits each of four docked 7530 G2 hand-helds to communicate with a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet network at greater than 2Mbps. It also provides sufficient power to operate and fast charge the batteries in the 7530 G2s. 6.8.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Using The Quad Dock 6.8.3 Using The Quad Dock • Gently slide the 7530 G2 into the cradle portion of the quad dock until lightly latched. The 7530 G2 detects that it is in a quad dock and displays the appropriate icon in the taskbar – . The battery charge LED on the 7530 G2 lights up to show it has external power and may start charging the battery.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Network Link Unsuccessful 6.8.6.1 Network Link Unsuccessful If a network link fails, the 7530 G2 application alerts the operator that the link was unsuccessful. 6.8.6.2 • • • • • • • 7530 G2 LED Does Not Light When Docked Check that the quad dock has power – is the Power LED on the quad dock illuminated? Try inserting the 7530 G2 in another slot in the quad dock. Check for dirt or contamination on the docking contacts at the bottom of the 7530 G2.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Portable Docking Module (PDM) Psion Teklogix recommends using a powered cradle or combo charger in harsh environments. Align the guide pins on the PDM with the slots on the base of the 7530 G2, and gently snap the PDM onto the hand-held. Guide Pins Figure 6.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Portable Docking Module (PDM) Type B USB Device RS232 Serial Port Type A USB Host 15 VDC Power Jack Figure 6.2 PDM Ports And Connectors The interfaces available on the PDM are as follows: • DC power jack (15VDC @ 2.5A) • Type A USB host port (for connection to USB devices such as a mouse, keyboard, printer, etc.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Bluetooth Peripherals 6.10 Bluetooth Peripherals If the 7530 G2 is equipped with a Bluetooth radio, it is possible to communicate with a variety of Bluetooth peripherals, including GSM/GPRS handsets, scanners, printers, and so on. The range of the Bluetooth radio in the 7530 G2 is limited to approximately 10 meters (32 feet). The Bluetooth antenna is located behind the scanner ‘bulge’ on the back of the hand-held.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Picker Cradle Mounting Recommendations The7530 G2 base picker cradle can be outfitted with two options – a power module and a port replicator. Psion Teklogix also supplies a range of standard mounts for the hand-held picker cradles, and the 7530 G2 picker cradle is compatible with all of them. 6.11.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Wiring Guidelines 6.11.2 Wiring Guidelines Before installing the cables between the cradle and other devices, consider the following: • Ensure that drilling holes will not damage the vehicle or its wiring. • Protect cable runs from pinching, overheating and physical damage. • Use grommets to protect cables that pass through metal.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Powered Cradle Installation In High Voltage Vehicles 6.11.5 Powered Cradle Installation In High Voltage Vehicles Warning: Voltages exceeding 60VDC are considered hazardous. For powered cradle installations on vehicles with batteries above this voltage, ensure the powered cradle power connector is mounted in a dry location on the vehicle, or that the connector is insulated with an appropriate waterproof material after installation.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Wiring Vehicle Power To The Cradle Warning: Applying a voltage above 90VDC or reversing polarity may result in permanent damage to the cradle power option and will void the product warranty. Warning: TO AVOID ELECTRIC SHOCK when the powered cradle option is installed, always ensure that the rear panel ground lug on the picker cradle is connected to the vehicle chassis. Failure to do this could result in serious injury or death.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories The Port Replicator The red lead of the power cable attaches to the positive vehicle supply. The black lead connects to the negative supply – this should be connected to a proper terminal block and not to the vehicle body. The power cradle is fully isolated and can be used with both negative and positive chassis vehicles. You may have the option of connecting power before or after the ‘key’ switch.
6.12 Tether Adaptor Cables The following standard tether cables are available for the external scanners: • CA1010 JB5 to DE9 RS232 Serial Cable: Straight through wiring. • CA1015 JB5 to DE9 RS232 Serial Cable: Null modem (signal lines are crossed-over). • CA1020 JB5 to Type B USB: Connects to USB devices with Type B receptacles.
7 SPECIFICATIONS 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.4 7.5 7.6 7530 G2 Hand-Held Computer Specifications . . . . . . . . Radio Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Internal Scanner Port . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RFID Applications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . External Scanners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Internal Scanner Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.6.1 SE 1200 High Performance & Long Range Specs . . . 7.6.
Chapter 7: Specifications 7530 G2 Hand-Held Computer Specifications Note: Performance specifications are nominal and subject to change without notice. 7.1 7530 G2 Hand-Held Computer Specifications Size • • Weight • • • 270mmL x 100mmW x 85mmD (10.6"L x 3.9"W x 3.3"D) Keypad grip area: 77mmW x 43mmD (3"W x 1.7"D) 950g (30.5oz - Troy) Includes std. battery, std radio & std. internal scanner Pistol grip add 125g (4oz - Troy) Operating System • Microsoft Windows CE 5.
Chapter 7: Specifications 7530 G2 Hand-Held Computer Specifications External Ports Tether port with: - one RS232 serial port - decoded/undecoded scanner, printer - USB host port, power out Docking station port with: - one RS232 serial port including diagnostics - USB device port - USB host port - Power in/out Internal Expansion Slots • • • One SDIO (MultiMediaCard) slot One Type II Comp[act Flash slot One Type III Extended PC Card slot Environmental • • • • • • • • Operating temp: -30°C to +60°C (-22°F
Chapter 7: Specifications Radio Specifications 7.2 Radio Specifications 802.11g Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum And Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) (Model Number RA2040) Form Factor Antenna Port Transmit Power Frequency Range Channels RX Sensitivity Data Rates Compact Flash Single U.FL jack, no diversity 32mW max (+15dBm), all versions 2.400 - 2.
Chapter 7: Specifications Internal Scanner Port 7.3 Internal Scanner Port Compatibility 1D Imager: 2D Imager: 1D Lasers: 2D Laser: EV15 SX5303 SE 1200HP 1D non-decoded, standard range SE 1200LR 1D non-decoded, long range SE 1200ALR 1D non-decoded, advanced long range SE1224 1D decoded with fuzzy logic processing SE 1524ER decoded with fuzzy logic processing, extended range SE 2223 PDF decoded raster 7.
Chapter 7: Specifications SE 1200 High Performance & Long Range Specs 7.6.1 SE 1200 High Performance & Long Range Specs Parameter Light Source Scan Rate Scan Angle Scan Patterns Minimum Print Contrast Symbologies Programmable Parameters Ambient Light: SE 1200HP SE 1200LR Visible Laser Diode 650 nm. 35 (± 5) scans/sec (bidirectional) 42º± 2º Linear Minimum 20% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at 650 nm. UPC/EAN, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, I 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5, Codabar, MSI UCC/EAN 128.
Chapter 7: Specifications Decode Zones – SE 1200HP, LR AND ALR Parameter Symbologies Programmable Parameters Ambient Light: 7.6.2.1 SE 1200ALR SE 2223 PDF PDF417, Micro PDF, UPC/EAN, Code 128, UCC/EAN UPC/EAN, Code 39, Inter128, RSS, Code 39, Code 93, I 2 of leaved 2 of 5, Code 128, Coda5, Discrete 2 of 5, Codabar, MSI. bar, MSI Plessey, RSS and Composite codes.
Chapter 7: Specifications Decode Zones – SE 2223PDF 7.6.2.2 Decode Zones – SE 2223PDF Bar Code Raster Laser Scanner Read Distance PDF Bar Codes SE2223 6.5 mil 10 mil 15 mil Min Max 2.5" 2.5" 2.5" 6.5" 9.5" 15.5" 7.6.3 SE 1224HP Scanner Specifications Parameter Light Source Scan Rate Scan Angle Scan Patterns Minimum Print Contrast Symbologies Programmable Parameters Ambient Light: SE 1224HP Visible Laser Diode 650 nm.
Chapter 7: Specifications Decode Zone – SE 1224HP 7.6.3.1 Decode Zone – SE 1224HP 7.6.4 SE 1524ER – Extended Range Scanner Specifications Parameter SE 1524ER Light Source Scan Rate Scan Angle Scan Patterns Minimum Print Contrast Visible Laser Diode 650 nm. 35 (±5) scans/sec (bi-directional). 13.5° ±0.7° Linear Minimum 25% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at 650 nm. UPC/EAN, Code 128, UCC.EAN128, RSS, Code 39, Code 93,I 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5, Codabar, MSI.
Chapter 7: Specifications Decode Zones – SE 1524ER 7.6.4.1 Decode Zones – SE 1524ER Figure 7.1 1524ER Decode Zone A (short-range, small codes) Figure 7.2 1524ER Decode Zone B (long-range, large codes) 7.6.5 EV15 Imager Specifications Parameter Light Source Scan Angle Minimum Print Contrast Min x. Dimension EV15 617nm Highly Visible LED 40º Minimum 25% 0.
Chapter 7: Specifications Decode Zone– EV15 Parameter Reading Distance Symbologies Ambient Light Shock Vibration 7.6.5.1 246 EV15 Up to 90cm (35 in) UPC (E&A), EAN, RSS, Code 39, Code 128, UCC/EAN 128, ISBN, ISBT, Interleaved, Matrix, Industrial and Standard 2 of 5, Codabar, Code 93/93i, Code 11, MSI, Plessey, Telepen, PDF417, Micro PDF417 Works in any lighting conditions, from 0 to 100,000 lux 2000G, 0.7ms, half sinus, 3 axes 50G r.m.s.
Chapter 7: Specifications SX5303 Imager Specifications 7.6.6 SX5303 Imager Specifications Parameter SX5303 Optics Field of View at 6 inches Pitch Angle Skew Angle Ambient Light Minimum Contrast Targeting 1.3 megapixel (1280 x 1024) 10.3 in. x 8.2 in. ±45° ±45° 200 Lux to full sunlight. 10% Center locating 623 nm LED. Linear: Code 39; UPC/EAN; I2of5; Code 128; Codabar; RSS PDF417: PDF417, microPDF417; Composite; image capture and signature capture.
Chapter 7: Specifications 2400 mAh Lithium-Ion Battery Pack Charge Temperature Discharge Temperature Storage Temperature Charge Cycles Voltage Cell Configuration Cell Type Max. Charge Voltage Charge Time 5°C to 39°C (41°F to 102°F) -30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 140°C) -30°C to 60°C (-22°F to 140°C) Storage at elevated temperatures not recommended Minimum 300 cycles with no degradation below 70% of nominal capacity 11.1V nominal (8.25V mn. to 12.6V max.) 1P3S (3 series connected cells) Prismatic 12.6V +/- 0.
APPENDIX A SUPPORT SERVICES AND WORLDWIDE OFFICES Psion Teklogix provides a complete range of product support services to its customers worldwide. These services include technical support and product repairs. A.1 Technical Support For technical support in North America: Call Toll free: +1 800 387 8898 Option 3 or Direct Dial: +1 905 813 9900 Ext. 1999 Option 3 For technical support in EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa), please contact the local office listed in the website below: http://www.
Appendix A: Support Services And Worldwide Offices Worldwide Offices A.3 Worldwide Offices COMPANY HEADQUARTERS Psion Teklogix Inc. 2100 Meadowvale Boulevard Mississauga Ontario Canada L5N 7J9 Tel: +1 905 813 9900 Fax: +1 905 812 6300 Email: salescdn@psion.com CANADIAN SERVICE CENTRE Psion Teklogix Inc. 7170 West Credit Ave., Unit #1 Mississauga, Ontario Canada L5N 7J9 Tel: +1 800 387 8898 Option 2 - or Direct: + 1 905 813 9900 Ext. 1999 Option 2 Fax: + 1 905 812 6304 Web: www.psionteklogix.
APPENDIX B PORT PINOUTS B.1 Tether Port Pinout The tether port connector incorporates multiplexed undecoded scanner, decoded scanner, RS232 serial, and USB interfaces. In order for it to operate, a special wiring scheme is needed. If you have a need to create cables for the tether port, contact a Psion Teklogix representative and request document #1010032 “Instruction Tether Port Termination”.
Appendix B: Port Pinouts Battery Contacts 8. Docking Station Id. Identifies device attached to the docking station connector. The external device applies a specific resistance between this pin and ground as identification. 9. Ground. 10. USB Device Minus. Connects to other USB host such as a PC. 11. USB Device Plus. Connects to other USB host such as a PC. 12. Ground B.
Appendix B: Port Pinouts JB5 To USB Type B Cable - PN CA1020 B.4 JB5 To USB Type B Cable - PN CA1020 (Mates with USB devices that incorporate Type B receptacles) B.
APPENDIX C USB SETUP APPLICATION C.1 USB Setup The USB Setup application is used to update a Windows PC so that it can connect to a Psion Teklogix 7530 G2 using the USB port on the Portable Docking Module (PDM) connector. To download the USB Setup application, go to: www.psionteklogix.com/downloads This will take you to the Teknet home page. • Login with your Teknet Username and Password.
Appendix C: USB Setup Application Launching The Application C.1.1 Launching The Application Before running the USB Setup application: 1. Unplug the 7530 G2 from your PC, and exit all running applications. 2. Double-click on the USB Setup executable in the directory you copied it to. Welcome Dialog Box If you check the “Install as a generic device” checkbox, the Hardware Manager on your PC will not prompt you to install every new device you connect to your PC.
Appendix C: USB Setup Application Installation Complete Dialog Box In some cases, you may see an additional dialog: Usually, this dialog is shown when more than one version of ActiveSync is installed. You can either select the correct inf file for the USB Setup program to work with, or you can cancel the installation, and uninstall the extra copies of ActiveSync. C.1.2 Installation Complete Dialog Box This dialog box indicates the success or failure of the installation. 4.
INDEX A Accepted Start Char 175 accessories bar code readers, connecting 215 handstrap 15 picker cradle 228 pistol grip 16 Active Conn Tab 119 ActiveSync ASync profile 116 Adaptive Windowing 191 adaptor cables, tether 234 Addendum 150, 152, 153, 179, 192 Addendum Add-on 2 179 Addendum Add-on 5 179 Addendum Security 180 Ad Hoc network 20 Advanced (wireless connection) 25 Advanced button (Radio tab) 143 AIAG AIAG Strip 147 AIAG Strip 147 ALT Key 35 ANSI transmitting data 148, 151 appearance (display colour s
Index advanced power properties 105 calibrate power 105 capacity dialog box 102 charge, time required 215 chargers 32 charging 13 cycles 215 devices (card slot power) 106 gauge 46 installing 32 installing in 7530 G2 14 power saving scheme dialog box 103 removing 32 run time, maximizing 53 safety precautions XII specifications, 7530 1900mAh 247 specifications, 7530 2400mAh 248 suspend threshold 104 battery charger safety instructions XIV–XV battery pack 215 battery safety XII–XV battery See also batteries 21
Index COM, Bluetooth Controls 120 Command Prompt 68 Communities 206 Composite 172, 195 configuring IEEE 802.
Index Enable CC-C 172 Enable Cellular Protocol 138 Enable Plessy 183 Enable Power Saving 141 Enable RSS Expanded 172, 186 Enable RSS Limited 172, 186 Enable RSS-14 171, 186 Enable SNMP 206 Enable TLC-39 172 Encryption, Bluetooth Controls 117 Error Accept 147 ESC Key 35 EV15 Intermec 245 EV15 1D imager scanner specs 245 Extensible Authentication Protocol (EAP) 22 F Fast Converge (Imager) 190 features 7530 7 fields Field Size 148 size 148 FNC1 Conversion 176 Frequency Table (Radio tab) 143 Full ASCII 162 Fu
Index 36-key keyboard 38 63-key 38 keyboard backlight 40 keyboard keys 33 ALT 35 arrow keys 35 BKSP 35 CTRL 35 DEL 35 ESC 35 function keys, accessing 36 macro keys 37, 94 modifiers 34 navigating using the keyboard 59 one shot mode 93 SCAN 35 SHIFT 34 SPACE 35 TAB 35 Keyboard Properties 90, 92 backlight 92 one shot mode 93 Key Index, assigning 22 Key Repeat tab 91 keys alpha keys, 36-key keyboard 38 L LANAccessUsingPPP service, Bluetooth 116 Laser On Time 157, 173 Late TX Limit (Polling) 140 LED charge 43
Index infrastructure 20 network authentication (Shared Mode) 21 Network Key, assigning 21 non-decoded scanners parameters 145 NOTIS Editing 167 O OFDM, 802.
Index wireless connection, setting up 17 802.11g Direct Sequence SS 239 802.
Index SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) 204 Communities 206 Contact 205 Enable SNMP 206 Location 205 Name 207 Rights 207 Soft Input Panel (SIP) 84 Soft Scan Timeout 197 SPACE Key 35 specifications battery,7530 1900mAh 247 battery,7530 2400mAh 248 for 7530 237 scanner, internal 240 Standard (Code 128) 149 Start/Stop Transmit 174, 180 Start Menu 65 cycle tasks 70 desktop 66 programs 68 Run 72 Security 66 Settings 71 Shutdown 72 system tray 69 task manager 70 Statistics button (Radio tab) 143 Statistic
Index troubleshooting tips (scanning) 50 U UCC 128(Code 128) 149 UPC A 152, 164, 178 UPC-A Check Digit 164 UPC-A Preamble 164 UPC E 152, 165, 178 UPC-EAN 166, 192 UPC-EAN Shared Settings 179 UPC-E Check Digit 165 UPC-E Preamble 165 UPC-E1 Check Digit 165 UPC-E1 Preamble 165 UPC Half Block Stitching, 2D 167 USB Setup Application D-1 launching D-2 User security level 66 2D Micro PDF-417 171, 185, 195 2D PDF-417 170, 185, 194 2D QR Code 195 2D Raster Expand Rate 159 2D UPC Half Block Stitching 167 36-key ke
