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Quality Management System

NEO Hand-Held Computer

(Model No. PX750)

February 23, 2009 Part No. 8100157.A

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NEO Hand-Held Computer (Model No. PX750) February 23, 2009 ISO 9001 Certified Quality Management System Part No. 8100157.
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This user manual supports Model Numbers: - PX750BT - PX750BT8 - FCC ID: GM3PX750BT and GM3PX750BT8 © Copyright 2009 by Psion Teklogix Inc., Mississauga, Ontario 2100 Meadowvale Boulevard, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L5N 7J9 http:\\www.psionteklogix.com This document and the information it contains is the property of Psion Teklogix Inc.
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Return-To-Factory Warranty Psion Teklogix Inc. provides a return to factory warranty on this product for a period of twelve (12) months in accordance with the Statement of Limited Warranty and Limitation of Liability provided at www.psionteklogix.com/warranty. (If you are not already a member of Teknet and you attempt to view this warranty, you will be asked to register. As a member of Teknet, you will have access to helpful information about your Psion Teklogix products at no charge to you.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1: Introduction 1.1 1.2 1.3 About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Text Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 NEO Hand-Held Computer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Contents Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO 3.1 3.2 3.3 3.4 Features Of NEO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 The Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 3.2.1 Battery Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Contents Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 4.1 Navigating In Windows CE 5.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 4.1.1 Navigating Using A Touchscreen And Stylus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 4.1.2 Navigating Using The Keyboard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 4.2 4.3 Working With Files, Folders And Programs . . . . . .
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Contents 5.5.4 5.5.5 5.5.6 5.5.7 5.5.3.1 Volume Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 5.5.3.2 Sound Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Power Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92 5.5.4.1 Battery Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Contents 5.10.5 User System Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130 5.10.6 Registry Editor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131 5.11 Error Reporting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131 5.
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Contents 5.13.3.14 Interleaved 2 of 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .162 5.13.3.15 Matrix 2 of 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 5.13.3.16 Discrete 2 of 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .163 5.13.3.17 Telepen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Contents 6.5.7 6.5.8 6.5.9 6.6 6.7 6.8 6.9 6.5.6.2 NEO Power LED Does Not Light Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191 6.5.6.3 Indicator Does Not Light When Battery Installed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191 Linking A NEO To A PC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192 Linking A NEO To An Ethernet Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .192 6.5.8.
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Contents Appendix A: Pinouts A.1 A.2 A.3 Docking Connector Pinout. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-1 Battery Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2 Expansion Port Pinout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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INTRODUCTION 1 1.1 About This Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1.2 Text Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1.3 NEO Hand-Held Computer Features. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 1: Introduction About This Manual 1.1 About This Manual This manual describes how to configure, operate and maintain NEO, a light-weight, versatile hand-held computer. Chapter 1: Introduction provides a basic overview of NEO. Chapter 2: Basic Checkout describes the steps required to get NEO ready for operation, including setting up the 802.11b/g radio. Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO describes NEO features and outlines how to charge and maintain the battery.
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Chapter 1: Introduction NEO Hand-Held Computer Features 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 NEO Hand-Held Computer Features Important: For all safety, regulatory and warranty information, refer to the “NEO Hand-Held Computer Regulatory & Warranty Guide”, PN 8000175.
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Chapter 1: Introduction NEO Hand-Held Computer Features Figure 1.1 NEO Hand-Held Computer - Numeric & Alpha-Numeric Model Variants Connected NEO Standard Features: • • • • • • • 2.7 inch Colour Touchscreen Windows® CE 5.
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Chapter 1: Introduction NEO Hand-Held Computer Features Additional Connected Options: • • • 1D Imager 1D Laser Scanner Keyboard Variants: 48-Key Alpha-Numeric or 26-Key Numeric Batch NEO Standard Features: • • • • • • 2.7 inch Colour Touchscreen Numeric Keyboard Windows® CE 5.
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Chapter 1: Introduction NEO Hand-Held Computer Features Wireless Communications • • On-board IEEE 802.
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Chapter 1: Introduction NEO Hand-Held Computer Features Power Management • • • • • • • 3.
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2 BASIC CHECKOUT 2.1 Preparing NEO For Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1.1 The Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.1.1.1 Charging The Main Battery . . . . . . . . 2.1.2 Backup Battery Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2 Switching NEO On And Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.2.1 Installing The Battery And Switching The Unit On 2.2.2 Switching The Unit Off (Suspend) . . . . . . . . . 2.3 Calibrating The Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Preparing NEO For Operation 2.1 Preparing NEO For Operation 2.1.1 The Battery NEO is powered with a 3000 mAh Lithium-ion Battery, Model No. WA3020, and is compatible with battery Model No. WA3006. Warning: Before charging the battery, it is critical that you review the safety guidelines in the ‘NEO Hand-Held Computer (Model No. PX750) Regulatory & Warranty Guide’, PN 8000175. 2.1.1.
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Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Switching The Unit Off (Suspend) • • Insert a charged battery into the unit, making certain that the connectors on the battery are aligned with those in the NEO battery compartment. Replace the battery cover, and snap it into place. Note: If you are using a docking station or an external power supply, you can insert an uncharged battery and switch NEO on. To switch NEO on: • Press and hold down the [ENTER] key for at least one second.
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Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Status Tab To launch the Wi-Fi Config application: • Tap on Start>Programs>Wi-Fi Config. The Wi-Fi Config screen is displayed. 2.4.1 Status Tab The Status tab displays information about the wireless network to which NEO is configured to connect. When there are no network profiles configured, this tab is not populated. Disable/Enable Radio: This button toggles between Disable Radio and Enable Radio depending on whether the radio is turned off or on.
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Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Wi-Fi Config Tab 2.4.2 Wi-Fi Config Tab • To configure the radio for a wireless network, tap on the Configure tab. Connect: Used to connect to an already existing wireless network configuration. Add New: Used to create a new wireless network configuration. Edit: Used to change values in an already existing wireless network configuration. Remove: Used to delete a wireless network configuration. Scan: Used to detect and list available wireless networks.
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Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Wi-Fi Config Tab • Enter the SSID (Service Set Identifier) for your network. 2.4.2.1 Authentication Modes NEO supports four classes of authentication – Open, WEP, WPA PSK and 802.1x with EAP. Tapping on the Auth. Mode menu displays your authentication options. Note: Each Auth. Mode has a unique Configure Profile screen attached to it with fields appropriate to the authorization mode you’ve chosen. Open Authentication Open authentication does not provide security.
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Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Wi-Fi Config Tab WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) WEP provides static security to prevent others from accidentally accessing your network. If you choose this option, you can specify the type of WEP authentication – Open or Shared, the WEP security key length – 64 bit or 128 bit and the key type – ASCII or Hex.
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Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Wi-Fi Config Tab • • • • PEAPv0-MSCHAPv2: Provides secure user authentication by using a TLS tunnel to encrypt EAP traffic. MSCHAPv2 is used as the inner authentication method. This is appropriate for use against Windows Active Directory and domains. PEAP-GTC: PEAP authentication using GTC as the inner method which utilizes one time passwords (OTPs) for authentication against OTP data bases such as SecureID.
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Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Wi-Fi Config Tab • • Complete the fields in the Configure Profile screen. If you’re uncertain about some of the options, your system administrative will be able to provide the correct information for your wireless network. Once you’ve completed the necessary fields, tap on OK. 2.4.2.4 Connecting The Wireless Network Your configured network is listed in the Configure tab. An [X] next to a network indicates that this is the network to which NEO will connect.
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Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Configuring TCP/IP 2.4.3 Configuring TCP/IP If your network is not using a DHCP server, you will need to assign an IP address. 2.4.3.1 IP Address To assign an IP address for your NEO: • Tap on the radio icon in the taskbar, or Tap on Start>Settings>Network and Dial-up Connections. Tap on the radio icon for which you want to assign an IP address – in the sample screen below, the icon is labelled SDIO86861. The Wireless Statistics screen is displayed.
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Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Configuring TCP/IP • Tap on the IP Information tab. Figure 2.1 SDIO86861 IP Information Tab Note: When DHCP is enabled, tapping the ‘Renew’ button forces NEO to renew or find a new IP address. This is useful if, for example, you are out of communication range for a longer period of time and your hand-held is dropped from the network. To define a static IP address: 20 • Tap on the Configure button.
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Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Configuring TCP/IP 2.4.3.2 Name Server Note: If DHCP is enabled, name server addresses are assigned automatically. • • In the SDIO86861 IP Information tab (see Figure 2.1 on page 20), tap on the Configure button. Tap on the Name Servers tab. The DNS and WINS fields in the Name Servers tab allow you to specify additional WINS and DNS resolvers. The format for these fields is ###.###.###.###.
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Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Advanced Tab 2.4.4 Advanced Tab If you prefer to use Wireless Zero Config, the Windows native supplicant, to configure the radio: • Tap on the Advanced tab, and tap on the checkbox to the left of Use Windows to configure my wireless settings to add a check mark and activate this option. Tap here to add a checkmark to activate the Windows radio configuration. • • You’ll need to reset your NEO. Choose Start>Shutdown>Warm Reset.
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Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Checking The Scanner 2.5 Checking The Scanner If your hand-held is equipped with an internal scanner, you can test it to ensure that it is operating properly. Point the scanner window at a bar code that your scanner was designed to decode. Press the SCAN key or the pistol trigger, and check for a valid decode on the handheld screen. Performance is improved if you disable all unneeded bar codes in the Bar Codes screen.
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Chapter 2: Basic Checkout Using Microsoft Vista 2.6.2 Using Microsoft Vista If you have Windows Vista, your NEO data transfers do not require ActiveSync. To transfer data between your PC and your hand-held: • • Tap on Start>Computer to display the drives. Your NEO will be visible here. Open drives, files and folders as you would on your PC. 2.7 Resetting NEO 2.7.
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3 GETTING TO KNOW NEO 3.1 Features Of NEO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 3.2 The Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2.1 Battery Safety . . . . . . . . 3.2.2 Removing The Battery Pack . 3.2.2.1 Battery Swap Time . 3.2.3 Charging The Battery. . . . . 3.2.3.1 Charging Options . . 3.3 Switching The Hand-Held On And Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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3.9.1 Pairing A Bluetooth Headset Or Other Bluetooth Device 3.10 The microSD Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.10.1 Inserting The Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.11 General Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.11.1 Caring For The Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.11.2 Cleaning NEO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Psion Teklogix NEO Hand-Held Computer User Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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3.1 Features Of NEO Figure 3.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO The Battery Figure 3.2 Back View Scanner/Imager Pistol Grip Attachment Slot Pistol Grip Attachment Slot Accessory Attachment Insert Accessory Attachment Insert Docking Port Beeper Expansion Port Cover Battery Cover & microSD Card Compartment BOTTOM OF NEO Accessory Attachment Point Battery Latch 3.2 Accessory Attachment Point BACK OF NEO Battery Door Detection Magnet (inside battery cover) The Battery The hand-held operates with a Lithium-ion Battery, Model No.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO Removing The Battery Pack 3.2.2 Removing The Battery Pack Important: To protect against data loss, the NEO battery cover is equipped with a magnetic sensor; this sensor detects when the battery door is opened and automatically places the hand-held computer into suspend mode so that you can safely remove the battery. For details about unlatching the battery cover, review “Installing The Battery And Switching The Unit On” on page 12. 3.2.2.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO Switching The Hand-Held On And Off • Cigarette Lighter Adaptor (Model No. PX3056) when used with a USB/DC Power Adaptor (Model No. PX3054). • Desktop Docking Station (Model # PX3001)—operates as both a charger and a docking station. Operating as a charger, both the battery installed in the hand-held and a spare battery can be charged simultaneously. • Quad Docking Station—(Model # PX3004) can charge the battery of up to four NEOs inserted in the docking station.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO The Keyboard • 3.4 To switch the unit off, press [FN/BLUE] [ENTER]. The Keyboard Two keyboard options are available: • 48-key alpha-numeric keyboard. This keyboard is only available with connected handhelds – units equipped with 802.11b/g radios. • 26-key numeric keyboard. This option is available for both variants of NEO – connected hand-helds (described above) and batch (unconnected) hand-helds not equipped with 802.11b/g radios.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO The Keys The locked modifier key will remain active until it is pressed a third time to unlock or turn it off. Once a modifier key is unlocked, the uppercase representation at the bottom of the screen is no longer displayed. 3.4.2 The Keys The [SHIFT] Key The [SHIFT] key provides access to uppercase alpha characters, and on numeric hand-helds, it also provides access to the symbols displayed in white print on the keys.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO Function Keys And Macro Keys The [SCAN] Key All units are equipped with a yellow [SCAN] key. For units that do not have internal scanners, this key can be re-mapped to another function. 3.4.3 Function Keys And Macro Keys In addition to the standard keyboard functions, NEO supports Function keys and Macro keys. All Function and Macro keys can be custom defined for each application. 3.4.3.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO 26-Key Keyboard: Accessing Alpha Keys Choosing A Single Alpha Character The examples below illustrate how to access, A, B, and C, all of which are printed in orange characters above the numeric key [2]. Important: The letters you choose appear in the taskbar, providing a visual indicator of which letter will be displayed on the screen. To choose the letter a: • Press the [FN/ORANGE] key, and press the numeric key [2].
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO The Keyboard Backlight Choosing Multiple Alpha Characters • Lock the [FN/ORANGE] key ‘on’. Each time you press a numeric key from [2] through [9], an alpha character will be displayed on the screen. Remember that you can refer to the softkey bar for a visual indication of which alpha key will be displayed on the screen. Important: Once you have finished typing alpha characters, remember to turn off or unlock the [FN/ORANGE] key. 3.4.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO NEO Hand-Held Indicators Figure 3.3 Stylus Icon • Select the Calibration tab, and then choose the Recalibrate button. Figure 3.4 Calibration Screen • 3.6 Follow the directions on the calibration screen to calibrate the screen. NEO Hand-Held Indicators NEO uses an LED (Light Emitting Diode), onscreen messages and audio tones to indicate the various conditions of the hand-held, the batteries, the scans and so on. 3.6.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO Audio Indicators Keep in mind that the application running on NEO can dictate how the LED operates. Review the documentation provided with your application to determine LED behaviour. The scanner also overrides LED behaviour. The table below describes what the various LED colours indicator when a scan is activated – a scanner button is pressed or the scanner trigger is pulled. Table 3.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO Onscreen Indicators The volume keys are located above the [UP ARROW] and [DOWN ARROW] keys. The increase volume key is labelled with a plus symbol and the decrease volume key is labelled with a minus symbol . 3.6.2.1 Adjusting The Receiver Volume • • 3.6.3 Lock the [FN/BLUE] key ‘on’ and then, press [UP ARROW] – the increase volume key or [DOWN ARROW] – the decrease volume key until the volume meets your requirements.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO Onscreen Indicators Windows® Start Button If you are using the touchscreen, you can either tap the Windows icon at the bottom left of the screen, or press [FN/BLUE] [.] (period) to display the Start Menu, and then tap on the desired application. Modifier Key Indicators [SHIFT], [CTRL], [ALT], [FN/BLUE] and [FN/ORANGE] are modifier keys that when pressed, are displayed in the taskbar to indicate that they are active.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO Monitoring The Battery And Maximizing Run Time Battery Charge The battery charge icon is displayed in the taskbar when the hand-held battery is being charged. 802.11 Radio Signal Quality Increasing radio signal quality is represented by longer, filled bars within this icon. Good Reception Weak Reception No Radio Link Docking Device When a hand-held is inserted in a docking station, an associated icon appears in the taskbar.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO Storing Batteries Lithium-ion batteries do not require conditioning cycles and the NEO battery system does not require user interaction to maintain peak performance. To determine the remaining charge in the battery, you can tap on the Power icon in the Control Panel to display a dialog box that provides detailed information about the battery status of the main battery installed in your unit. You can also tap on the Power icon in the taskbar to display the battery status.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO Uploading Data In A Docking Station 3.8 Uploading Data In A Docking Station Important: Review the documentation provided with the user application installed in your NEO before performing data uploads. The desktop docking station and quad docking station are typically used to upload transaction data to a server computer when a radio link is not available. Note: Refer to “Desktop Docking Station – PX3001” on page 188 for more details.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO Pairing A Bluetooth Headset Or Other Bluetooth Device 3.9.1 Pairing A Bluetooth Headset Or Other Bluetooth Device Note: If the Bluetooth radio is not already enabled, tap on the Power icon in the Control Panel, tap on the Devices tab and enable the Bluetooth radio. To pair a headset: • Follow the headset manufacturer’s instructions to place the headset you want to place in pairing mode.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO Inserting The Card • Slide the microSD card onto the guides on the SD door – position the card with the connector pads at the bottom so that when the door is closed, they make contact with the connectors in the unit. Connector Pads On microSD Card microSD Door (opened) • 44 Carefully flip the SD door down, and slide it upward to lock it in place. Do not force it.
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Chapter 3: Getting To Know NEO General Maintenance 3.11 General Maintenance 3.11.1 Caring For The Touchscreen The top of the touchscreen is 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. NEO is equipped with a stylus that is designed to safely select items on the touchscreen.
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4 WORKING WITH WINDOWS CE 5.0 4.1 Navigating In Windows CE 5.0 . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.1.1 Navigating Using A Touchscreen And Stylus 4.1.2 Navigating Using The Keyboard. . . . . . . 4.2 Working With Files, Folders And Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 49 49 50 4.3 The Startup Desktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.3.1 The Desktop Icons . . . . . . . . . 4.3.2 The Taskbar. .
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 Navigating In Windows CE 5.0 4.1 Navigating In Windows CE 5.0 Note: In order to access many of the menus discussed in this chapter, the security level must be set to ‘Supervisor’ (see “Security Settings” on page 57). Graphic user interfaces like Windows CE 5.0 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. Windows CE 5.
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 Working With Files, Folders And Programs Table 4.1 Keyboard Navigation Operation Move the cursor Open file, folder or icon Exit & Save Close/Exit & Do Not Save Navigate Dialog Boxes Key or Key Combination Arrow keys [ENTER] [ENTER] [ESC] [TAB] To move cursor up: [SHIFT] [TAB] To display the contents of the next ‘tab’ in a dialog box: [CTRL] [TAB] Select/Deselect Radio Button & [SPACE] Press Button Go to Start Menu [FN/BLUE][.
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 The Startup Desktop • Double-tap on the appropriate icon—either a folder icon, a program icon or a file icon—to open or launch your selection. If you’re using the keyboard: • • 4.3 Use the arrow keys to highlight the icon you want to open or launch. Press [ENTER]. The Startup Desktop When NEO boots up, the startup desktop (shell) is displayed. Any applications stored in the Startup folder start up immediately.
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 The Desktop Icons Note: If the arrow keys do not highlight the desktop icons, the desktop may not be selected. Press [FN/BLUE] [.] (period) to display the Start Menu, and select Desktop. Now the desktop will be “in focus” and the arrow keys will highlight the icons. 4.3.1 The Desktop Icons Note: NEOs are equipped with the Windows CE 5.0 Core OS do not include Internet Explorer, Wordpad or Remote Desktop.
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 The Taskbar 4.3.2 The Taskbar NEO is equipped with a taskbar at the bottom of the screen. It displays icons through which you can view the battery capacity and radio signal quality of your unit. If the hand-held is attached to a docking station or adaptor, 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 NEO.
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 The Taskbar • • • Choose System Tray in the sub-menu. Use the arrow keys to highlight the icon in the taskbar about which you’d like more information. Press [ENTER] to display the appropriate dialog box. 4.3.2.2 Customizing The Taskbar To customize the taskbar so that it displays only those icons you require: • In the Start Menu, choose Settings>Taskbar. If you’re using the keyboard: • Press [FN/BLUE] [.] to display the Start Menu.
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 The Taskbar Taskbar Advanced Tab • • Tap on the Clear button to empty the Documents folder. To display Control Panel applets in menu form rather than in a window, tap in the checkbox next to Expand Control Panel. 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: [FN/BLUE] [0].
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 The Start Menu 4.4 The Start Menu Note: Some of the Start Menu items may be disabled based on the current NEO security settings. The Start Menu lists the operations you can access and work with. It is available from the startup desktop or from within any application. To display the menu: • Tap on the Start Menu icon in the lower-left corner of the taskbar. Tap on the item with which you want to work. If you’re using the keyboard: • • Press [FN/BLUE] [.] (period).
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 The Desktop 4.4.1 The Desktop Choosing Desktop in the Start Menu displays NEO 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 NEO: Supervisor or User. Figure 4.3 Security Levels Assigning The Supervisor Security Level The security level is represented by an icon in the shape of a lock in the taskbar.
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 Security Settings • • In the Password field, type the Supervisor level password. The default password is 123456. Tap on OK. You can now access all menu items in the Start Menu along with the icons in the taskbar. Changing A Password Note: Keep in mind that this is the same password as that assigned through the Password control panel applet. Refer to “Control Panel Icons” on page 72.
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 Programs 4.4.3 Programs • Choose Start>Programs to display a sub-menu of options. Figure 4.4 Programs Sub-Menu Note: The sample Program menu above is for NEOs equipped with the Windows CE 5.0 Professional OS. NEOs equipped with the Windows CE 5.0 Core OS have a more limited Program menu that includes only ActiveSync, Demo, Command Prompt and Windows Explorer. ActiveSync® This option allows you to connect to another device using ActiveSync.
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 Shortcuts Internet Explorer NEO is equipped with Microsoft Internet Explorer for Windows CE 5.0. You can access the Internet Options icon through the Start Menu under Settings>Control Panel or by doubletapping on the desktop Internet Explorer icon. Microsoft WordPad The Microsoft WordPad is a basic word processor used to create, edit, view and print text documents.
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 Shortcuts Using the icons in the taskbar, you can either display the Control Panel dialog box associated with an icon, or you can view a “tooltip”. A tooltip provides the status of each icon. • Tap and hold the stylus on an icon to display the icon’s tooltip. Double-tap on the icon to open the Control Panel dialog box associated with the icon. On the keyboard: • • • • • Press [FN/BLUE] [.] to display the Start Menu.
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 Settings Figure 4.5 Task Manager 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 4.6 Settings Sub-Menu Control Panel The Control Panel contains applets used to configure hardware, the operating system and the shell.
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 Run Network And Dial-Up Connections The Network and Dial-up Connections window allows you to configure NEO radio or execute an existing configuration. Refer to “Configuring The 802.11b/g Radio” on page 12 for radio setup details. Taskbar And Start Menu The Taskbar and Start Menu option displays a dialog box in which you can customize the taskbar, choosing which options will be displayed.
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 Using A Dialog Box Figure 4.8 Shutdown Sub-Menu Note: This menu varies slightly depending on the security level chosen. When NEO is set to User level, the Shutdown option is replaced by Suspend. A sub-menu is not available. Suspend The Suspend option suspends NEO immediately. This is equivalent to turning the handheld off.
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 Using A Dialog Box Figure 4.9 Dialog Boxes Tabs Radio Button Textbox Drop-down Menu Checkbox Button Note: You can use the stylus to tap on an element in a dialog box to select or deselect it, display drop-down menus, save your selections, and so on. 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.
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Chapter 4: Working With Windows CE 5.0 Using A Dialog Box Buttons: This type of button allows you to Save, Delete and so on the options you’ve chosen in a dialog box. Use the [TAB] key to highlight the button you want to use. Press the [ENTER] key to activate it. Saving Your Choices: Once you’ve made all your changes, press the [ENTER] key to save your changes and exit the window. Note: A dialog box item that is displayed in grey text indicates that it is not currently available.
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5 CONFIGURATION 5.1 Remote Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 5.2 The TekTerm Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 5.3 The Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 5.4 Control Panel Icons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 5.5 Basic Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5.1 Display Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5.1.
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68 5.5.7 Certificate Assignment . . . . . . . 5.6 Bluetooth Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.6.1 The Devices Tab. . . . . . . . . . . 5.6.1.1 Pairing A Device . . . . . . 5.6.2 Headset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.6.3 The Servers Tab . . . . . . . . . . . 5.6.4 Outgoing Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.6.5 Active Conn. Tab . . . . . . . . . . 5.6.6 Properties Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.6.7 Search For Tab . . . . . . . . . . . 5.6.8 Bluetooth GPRS WAN Connection . 5.7 Total Recall . . . . . . . .
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5.13.2.1 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.13.2.2 Decoded (Internal) – Advanced Options . 5.13.2.3 Decoded (Internal) Data Options . . . . . 5.13.2.4 Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.13.2.5 Code 128 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.13.2.6 EAN 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.13.2.7 EAN 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.13.2.8 UPC A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.13.2.9 UPC E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.13.2.10 UPC/EAN Shared Settings . . .
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5.13.4.1 Double Click Parameters . 5.13.4.2 Display Parameters . . . . 5.13.4.3 Data Handling. . . . . . . 5.13.5 Translations Tab . . . . . . . . . . 5.13.5.1 Case Rules . . . . . . . . 70 Psion Teklogix NEO Hand-Held Computer User Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Chapter 5: Configuration Remote Connect 5.1 Remote Connect Remote Desktop Connection is a Windows application that allows you to connect to a computer across the Internet using NEO (Windows CE device). Refer to the following website for step-by-step information about setting up this connection: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsxp/using/mobility/getstarted/remoteintro.mspx or contact Psion Teklogix support services.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Control Panel Icons Figure 5.1 Control Panel 5.4 Control Panel Icons The Control Panel provides a group of icons that allow you to customize and adjust settings on your NEO. App Launch Keys By mapping keys to applications using this program, you can then launch those applications from a single key-press. Bluetooth Devices Provides the tools to manage device pairing and configuration. Certificates A public key is transmitted as part of a certificate.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Control Panel Icons Date/Time Allows you to set the current Month, Date, Time and Time Zone on your unit. Dialing Specifies dialing settings, including area code, country code, dial type and the code to disable call waiting. You can store multiple patterns—for example, ‘Work’, ‘Home’, and so on using this dialog box. Display Changes the appearance (window colour scheme) on the unit desktop.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Control Panel Icons Network And Dial-up Connections Displays a network window from which NEO 802.11g radio can be configured and an existing configuration can be executed. Refer to “Configuring The 802.11b/g Radio” on page 12 for details. 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.
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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. Storage Manager Allows the user to view information about the storage devices that are present, such as SDMMC flash cards. For details, see page 122. Stylus Adjusts how Windows CE 5.0 recognizes your double-tap (as slow or rapid successive taps).
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Chapter 5: Configuration Basic Setup 5.5 Basic Setup 5.5.1 Display Properties • In the Control Panel, choose the Display icon. Figure 5.2 Display Icon 5.5.1.1 Display Backlight The backlight is activated for a configurable amount of time when NEO is in use (key press, scanner trigger, or data received from the host). The Display Properties dialog box in the Control Panel allows you to specify the intensity of the backlight along with how long the display will maintain the specified intensity.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Display Properties • In the Display Properties dialog box, open the Backlight tab. Note: Backlight changes take effect immediately. You do not need to reset the unit. To maximize battery run time, keep the display backlight brightness and active durations as low as possible. Intensity This parameter is used to adjust the light intensity of the backlight. Sliding the bar to the left lowers the light intensity, and sliding it to the right raises the intensity.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties External Power Checkbox When you select the checkbox next to When using external power keep the backlight always ON, the backlight remains on at the configured intensity when NEO is operating with external power (not battery power). If NEO is drawing power from its battery, this option is ignored and the other parameters defined in Display Properties dialog box are used. 5.5.1.2 Display Appearance • In the Display Properties dialog box, open the Appearance tab.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties Figure 5.3 Keyboard Icon 5.5.2.1 Key Repeat Note: These settings apply when a key is held down continuously. • In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Repeattab. Repeat Delay The value assigned for this parameter determines the delay between repeat characters. Sliding the Repeat Delay bar to the left increases the delay between key repeats, and sliding the bar to the right shortens the repeat delay time.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties Repeat Rate The value assigned for the Repeat Rate parameter determines how quickly the key you press repeats. Sliding the bar to the left slows the repeat rate, and sliding the bar to the right increases the repeat rate. Note: Use the field at the bottom of this dialog box to test the repeat delay and rate settings you’ve chosen. 5.5.2.2 Sequence This tab determines the allowable pause between alpha key presses on a numeric keyboard.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties 5.5.2.3 Keyboard Backlight • In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Backlight tab. Intensity This parameter is used to adjust the light intensity of the keyboard backlight. Sliding the bar to the left darkens the keyboard backlight intensity, and sliding it to the right lightens the intensity. ON For The value chosen from this drop-down menu determines the duration of time that the keyboard backlight stays on when a unit is not in use.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties 5.5.2.4 Keyboard One Shot Modes • In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the One Shots tab. The options in this tab allow you to determine how modifier keys on your NEO behave. For each modifier key—[ALT], [SHIFT], [CTRL], [FN/ORANGE] and [FN/BLUE] – you have the following options in the drop-down menu: Lock, OneShot, and OneShot/Lock. Note: Keep in mind that checking the taskbar lets you know whether or not these keys are locked on.
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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’. 5.5.2.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties A message screen is displayed instructing you to Enter Key Strokes to Record • 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 choose the Stop Recording button. A new screen called ‘Verify Macro’ displays the macro sequence you created.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties 5.5.2.6 Unicode Mapping • In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Unicode Mapping tab. 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. For example, the sample screen above shows “a (U+0061)” indicating that the character “a” is represented by the Unicode value “0061”, and so on.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties Figure 5.4 Adding And Changing Unicode Values • • 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. Note: To add a shifted state, [SHIFT] and/or [CTRL], press [TAB] to position the cursor in the checkbox next to ‘SHIFT Pressed’ and/or ‘CTRL Pressed’.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties key presses that occur when the [FN/BLUE] modifier is on; the Orange table defines key presses that occur when the [FN/ORANGE] modifier is on. The default mappings of these scancodes can be overwritten for each of these three tables using the Scancode Remapping tab accessed from the Keyboard Properties dialog box. The first column in the Scancode Remapping tab displays the scancodes in hexadecimal.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties 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. Virtual Key, Function And Macro The radio buttons at the bottom of the dialog box allow you to define to what the scan code will be remapped: Virtual Key, Function or Macro.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties 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. 5.5.2.8 Lock Sequence The Lock Sequence tab allows you to lock the keyboard to prevent keys from being pressed accidentally when, for example, the unit is inserted in a holster. • • • To lock the keyboard, tap in the checkbox next to Enable key lock sequence.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Volume And Sound Properties A locked keyboard icon is displayed in the softkey bar when the keyboard is locked. Locked Keyboard Icon • 5.5.3 Type the key sequence to unlock the keyboard. Volume And Sound Properties • In the Control Panel, choose the Volume & Sounds icon. Figure 5.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Volume And Sound Properties 5.5.3.1 Volume Adjustments • Slide the volume button to the left to lower the receiver and beeper volume or to the right to increase the receiver and beeper volume. • Under the heading Enable sounds for, enable the conditions under which you want NEO to play a sound. Keep in mind that adjusting this slider modifies the beeper and the receiver volume. Note: You can also adjust volume directly from the keyboard.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Power Properties This dialogue box allows you to assign sounds to identify a particular actions. For example, you can choose the sound your hand-held will emit when you close a program. 5.5.4 Power Properties This icon displays a Power Properties dialog box that indicates the battery capacity and allows you to manage battery use. • In the Control Panel, choose the Power icon. Figure 5.6 Power Icon 5.5.4.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Power Properties 5.5.4.2 Power Saving Suspend • In the Power Properties dialog box, open the Suspend tab. Power Source This dialog box allows you to specify the suspend time for either AC Power or Battery Power. Suspend Timeout Important: Psion Teklogix recommends setting the Suspend value to 10 minutes.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Power Properties 5.5.4.3 Suspend Threshold The Suspend Threshold lets you to determine when NEO will shut down. If the slider is left at the default value, Maximum Operating Time, the hand-held 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 will shut off with more energy left in the battery so RAM can be backed up for a longer period of time.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Power Properties 5.5.4.4 Advanced Allow Suspend With: This tab allows you to specify whether or not your unit will enter Suspend state while it is operating with an active PPP connection, network interface or active TCP/IP connection. Low Power Warnings The sliding scale at the bottom of this tab allows you to specify the remaining battery capacity at which a warning message is displayed on the screen, from 0% to 20%. 5.5.4.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Stylus Properties 5.5.5 Stylus Properties • In the Control Panel, choose the Stylus icon. Figure 5.7 Stylus Icon 5.5.5.1 Double-Tap • In the Double-Tap tab, follow the directions to tailor the sensitivity of the stylus when you tap on the touchscreen. 5.5.5.2 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.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Manage Triggers • Choose the Calibration tab, and then tap on the Recalibrate button. • Follow the directions in the Calibration tab to recalibrate the screen. 5.5.5.3 Touch This tab allows you to disable the touchscreen. • Choose the Touch tab. Tap the checkbox next to Disable the touch panel. To enable a disabled touchscreen: • • Press the following keys – [TAB] [SPACE] [ENTER]. The Touch tab is displayed.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Manage Triggers Figure 5.8 Manage Triggers Icon • In the Manage Triggers screen you’ll see a list of trigger mappings. 5.5.6.1 Trigger Mappings A ‘trigger mapping’ is an association between a particular key on the keyboard and a driver or application (the module). Along with keyboard keys, trigger sources can also be grip triggers, external hardware triggers or software-based.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Manage Triggers 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. A keyboard key that is used as a trigger source will no longer generate key data or perform its normal function. For example, if the space button is used as a trigger source, it will not be able to send space characters to applications.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Manage Triggers 5.5.6.2 Add And Edit Trigger Mapping These dialogs allow the user to add and edit trigger mappings. Trigger Key This drop-down list allows you to specify the source of the trigger events, such as the Expansion port trigger, Soft Scan and Scan for the trigger module selected. Note: It is possible to map the same source to different modules (trigger consumers) – for example, to both the Imager and Non-Decoded Scanner.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Certificate Assignment Add Key Only existing trigger sources are shown in the Source combo-box. To add a new source to this list, tap on the Add Key button. A dialog will pop up and allow you to select the keyboard key to use as a trigger source. Trigger-Press Type You can enable either an Up/Down or Double Click response to a trigger press. Normally, when a trigger (keyboard key, etc.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Bluetooth Setup Figure 5.9 Certificates Icon This option is used in conjunction with 802.1x authentication to enhance NEO security. For a detailed description about Certificate setup for both the server and client-side devices (NEO hand-helds), refer to the following website: http://www.microsoft.com/windowsserver2003/techinfo/overview/security.mspx Note: When importing certificates, NEO only recognizes .cer files. 5.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Bluetooth Setup 10 meter range of each other, they can establish a connection. Because Bluetooth utilizes a radio-based link, it does not require a line-of-sight connection in order to communicate. Note: The Bluetooth radio uses an internal antenna. The Bluetooth radio is disabled by default. Before you begin the setup process: • Under Settings>Control Panel, tap on the Power icon. • Tap on the Devices tab, and tap in the checkbox next to Enable Bluetooth. Tap on OK.
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Chapter 5: Configuration The Devices Tab 5.6.1 The Devices Tab This tab allows you to scan for other Bluetooth enabled devices, and it allows you to pair devices. If you intend to pair devices (a headset, for example), power on and bring the devices within 5 m (16.4 ft.) of each other before proceeding with the discovery process described below. 5.6.1.
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Chapter 5: Configuration The Devices Tab Scan • Click on the Scan button to list available devices. Figure 5.11 Available Bluetooth Devices Wait for NEO to complete its scan (approximately 20 seconds). When scanning starts, the Scan button will change to Stop—if necessary, you can tap on this button to stop the process. Once scanning is complete, all discovered devices will be displayed in the list box, with Name, Address, Active status, and PIN information.
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Chapter 5: Configuration The Devices Tab Note: If the remote device is out of reach or turned off, it can take a considerable amount of time for the Services dialog box to appear—it may appear to be frozen. Once the device’s service profiles are displayed in the Services list box: • Highlight the service to be activated. • Press [SPACE] or right-click to display the Activation menu. The Activation menu contains four options: Activate, Authenticate, Outgoing, and Encrypt.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Headset You will receive a message, either that the PIN has been successfully validated or that it has been rejected. If the PIN has been validated, an asterisk (*) appears in the PIN column in the Devices list box, indicating that this device has a PIN set. Once a PIN is entered, it is saved in the registry. To remove the PIN: • Choose Set PIN, and press [ENTER].
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Chapter 5: Configuration The Servers Tab 5.6.3 The Servers Tab When the Bluetooth connection is initiated from your NEO to the remote device, NEO is called the ‘client’ and the remote device is called the ‘server’. The Servers tab displays the server profiles that can be activated in your hand-held. 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.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Outgoing Tab 5.6.4 Outgoing Tab Outgoing Port acts as a serial port that can be used to connect to a list of Bluetooth devices (one at a time), but you have the freedom to switch on-the-fly. The Outgoing Port checkbox allows you to create the Outgoing port. When the port is created, the Outgoing tab lists the port name. The Outgoing list dialog box displays a list of services marked as ‘Outgoing’. The * column indicates the currently selected service.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Active Conn. Tab 5.6.5 Active Conn. Tab The Active Conn tab lists the Name, Address, and Type of the currently active connections. The table is periodically updated, but it can take a few seconds before it reflects the actual list of connections. The Type column of the table shows ‘ACL’ or ‘SCO’. The Connection list table shows the connections for scanning as well as the service connections.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Properties Tab 5.6.6 Properties Tab The Properties tab displays information about your NEO and provides some port options. The Device Name field shows the device name of your NEO. This name can be changed (see the Note on the previous page for details). Device Class shows the Class of Device (e.g. desktop, hand-held), which is always set to Handheld. Local Bluetooth Address shows the address of your NEO radio. Port Prefix is used to set the port name to either BSP or COM.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Search For Tab 5.6.7 Search For Tab The Search For tab allows you to specify the services for which the Bluetooth radio will scan. 5.6.8 Bluetooth GPRS WAN Connection The following steps describe how to set up an internet data connection using a GSM cellular telephone with Bluetooth. NEO communicates via Bluetooth to the cell phone, which then accesses a WAN (Wide Area Network) and transfers data using GPRS. 1. Enable the Dial-Up Networking service in the cell phone. 2.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Bluetooth GPRS WAN Connection 4. To set up the internet parameters on the NEO, choose the Network And Dial-up Connections icon from the Control Panel. 5. Choose the Make New Connection icon.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Bluetooth GPRS WAN Connection 6. In the Make New Connection dialog box, choose Dial-Up Connection. Enter a name for your GPRS network connection. 7. Choose the Next button to display the Modem dialog box. 8. In the drop-down menu labelled Select a modem, choose the name of the modem with which you want to connect, and then choose the Configure button to display the Device Properties dialog box.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Bluetooth GPRS WAN Connection 9. Under the Call Options tab, turn off Cancel the call if not connected within, and press [ENTER] to save your changes. 10. In the Modem dialog box, choose the Next button to display the Phone Number dialog box.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Bluetooth GPRS WAN Connection The phone number you enter is network carrier dependent. Once you’ve specified all the necessary information, choose the Finish button. 11. In the Control Panel, choose the Dialing icon. 12. The values in the Dialing Properties dialog box need to be edited according to your network carrier specifications. Once you’ve edited this dialog box to reflect your network carrier requirements, press [ENTER] to save your changes. 13.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Total Recall 14. In the network connection window, the new network configuration, in this case lg cx245is displayed. Tap on the new icon. When you tap on your new connection, an onscreen message indicates the status of your connection: connected, disconnected, error messages, and so on. 5.7 Total Recall Total Recall is a Psion Teklogix utility developed to maintain applications and settings during a cold boot. This utility is based on a backup and restore concept.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Creating A Backup Profile 5.7.1 Creating A Backup Profile In the drop-down 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. • Choose the Next button to begin the process. Profile Information This dialog box lists the possible storage destinations for the profile file. 1.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Creating A Backup Profile AutoRestore for this device only – creates a profile that automatically restores itself following a restart. AutoRestore for this and other devices – creates a profile that automatically restores after resuming from a restart, but it will not contain the touchscreen calibration coordinates or the Wireless radio settings. 3. Finally, choose the Profile Location – \Flash Disk. 4. Tap on the Next button to display the next dialog box Add Files.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Creating A Backup Profile • Choose this icon next to Select Files to view your options. Choosing By Individual File displays a pop-up menu where you can tailor the list of files you want to back up. To add a file to your backup list: • Choose Add Files. Browse to and choose the files you want to add to your list. To remove a file from your backup list: • • 120 Choose Remove Files – a dialog box is displayed listing the files that will be backed up.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Creating A Backup Profile Choosing By File Type allows you to select the file types that you want backed up. 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.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Restoring A Profile Perform The Operation • 5.7.2 Choose the Backup button to start the process, and create a profile. Restoring A Profile To manually restore a profile: • Choose Restore Selected Profile from the drop-down menu, and choose the Profile Name displayed in the drop-down menu. Note: You can also manually restore an auto restore profile located in flash or a storage device. 5.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Creating Partitions 2. In Control Panel, double-click on the Storage Manager icon. The Storage Manager menu opens: 3. Choose the memory card from the drop-down list. 4. Press the Dismount button to dismount the memory card. All partitions on the card will be dismounted. 5. Press the Format button to format the memory card. All partitions and information on the card will be erased during the formatting process. 5.8.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Partition Management 2. Type a name for the partition. 3. If more than one partition is desired, uncheck the Use All Available Disk Space checkbox, then specify the desired number of sectors to be used by the partition: Note: The sector size of the card is given on the left-hand side of the Storage Properties dialog. 4. Tap OK. The new partition appears in the Partitions list at the bottom of the The new partition is automatically mounted.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Partition Management • Tap the Delete button. A warning dialog appears. • Tap the OK button. The partition is deleted. To format a partition: 1. Choose the desired partition. 2. Tap the Properties button. The Partition Properties dialog appears. 3. Tap the Dismount button. The partition is dismounted. The asterisk disappears next to its name in the partitions list. 4. Tap the Format button. The Format dialog appears: 5. Choose your format options.
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Chapter 5: Configuration IPv6 Support • Whether to perform a quick format. Quick formatting removes all reference to data in the partition without erasing the actual partition. The partition will be treated as empty, and new data will overwrite it. 6. Tap Start. The partition is formatted. To mount a partition: • • • Choose the desired partition. Tap the Properties button. The Partition Properties dialog appears. Tap the Mount button. The partition is mounted.
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Chapter 5: Configuration TweakIT 5.10 • Choose the IPv6 Support icon to display the associated dialog box. • Choose the checkbox next to Enable IPv6 Network Support to enable this internet protocol. TweakIT This utility allows you to ‘tweak’ or adjust Advanced system settings (interface, network and servers), User settings (font size and docking port message), and provides a Registry Editor.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Advanced Interface And Network 5.10.1 Advanced Interface And Network Enable IPv6 This option allows you to enabled Internet Protocol specification, version 6, that has been published to use 128-bit IP address (replacing version 4). Modem Logging When this option is enabled, NEO logs AT commands (e.g., dial-out information, password string, etc.) that the administrator can monitor for debugging purposes. Modem commands are stored in: \MdmLog.txt. 5.10.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Internet Explorer Settings FTP Server This option is enabled by default to allow file transfers. Keep in mind that data transfer in either direction is restricted to the Temp folder—that is, data are always loaded from the FTP Server to the Temp folder and from the Temp folder to the FTP Server. If this option is disabled, a warm reset must be performed to accept the change.
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Chapter 5: Configuration User Display Settings 5.10.4 User Display Settings User Font Size This option allows you to adjust the size of the font used on the NEO display: Large, Normal or Small. 5.10.5 User System Settings Docking Port Message Checking this box blocks the message that normally pops up on the display when NEO is docked.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Registry Editor 5.10.6 Registry Editor This option is reserved for senior administrators who have a strong understanding of registry keys and values. Careless registry editing can cause irreversible damage to NEO. 5.11 Error Reporting Error Reporting allows you to enable or disable Microsoft error reporting prompts. • Tap on Start>Settings>Control Panel. Tap on the Error Reporting icon.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Teklogix Error Handling Service 5.12 Teklogix Error Handling Service • Tap on Start>Settings>Control Panel. Tap on the Teklogix Error Handling Service icon. Teklogix Error Handling Service is an error diagnostic tool. Tapping in the checkbox next to Enable error reporting enables this service. 5.12.1 ErrorLogInfo • 132 To log errors, tap on the ErrorLogInfo tab.
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Chapter 5: Configuration NetLog • Choose an Error Level, and tap on FlushToFile to log the information file. Psion Teklogix personnel can help you retrieve and forward the information file to our offices. 5.12.2 NetLog The NetLog option is used to log network traffic. When you tap in the checkbox to the left of Enable NetLog Debug Capturing, debug data is collected so that, if necessary, it can be forwarded to a Psion Teklogix technician for evaluation.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Scanner Settings 5.13 Scanner Settings The Teklogix Scanners icon in the Control Panel provides dialog boxes in which you can tailor bar code options and choose the bar codes your scanner will recognize. The parameters are preset with the default settings of the decoded scanner installed in the unit. Not all options apply to all scanners. Figure 5.13 Teklogix Scanners Icon For a listing of available scanners and their specifications, please refer to Chapter 7: “Specifications”.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Bar Codes Scanner 5.13.1.1 Scanner The drop-down menu to the right of the Scanner option allows you to choose from one of the following scanner types used with your hand-held: Decoded (internal) and Decoded (ISCP). The symbologies listed change to reflect the scanner you choose and the bar codes it supports. Important: To improve the decode speed and performance, enable only those codes that are required by the application.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners • Press and hold the stylus on the parameter you want to reset. • Choose Default parameter to reset the parameter to the default setting. 5.13.2 Decoded (Internal) Scanners • Tap on the Scanner drop-down menu, and choose Decoded (internal). 5.13.2.1 Options Note: Some options are available only for specific scanners. Refer to the option names in this section for scanner model identification.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Decoded (Internal) – Advanced Options Aim Duration This parameter determines the total time the aiming pattern appears before the scanner laser begins sweeping. When you double-tap on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can enter a value from 0 to 30 (0 to 3 sec.). A value of 0 (zero) disables the aiming-dot.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Important: Psion Teklogix strongly recommends that this parameter only be enabled by personnel with a very strong understanding the scanner and how it operates. Scanning the wrong parameter code can result in an inoperable unit; if this occurs, the unit will need to be shipped to a depot for repair. Linear Security Level This parameter allows you to select the security level appropriate for your bar code quality.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Decoded (Internal) Data Options Bi-Direction Redundancy Note: This parameter is only valid if a” Linear Security Level” is enabled. When this parameter is enabled, a bar code must be successfully scanned in both directions (forward and reverse) before being decoded. Scan Angle This option allows you to choose from two scan angles: Normal Angle or Alternate Angle. Choosing Normal Angle allows the normal operation for scanning long range and short range.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners When this parameter is enabled, the scanner transmits data from PDF417 and MicroPDF417 bar codes containing Character Set ECIs, even when the ECI Protocol is disabled. ECI Decoder Setting this parameter to on enables the scanner to interpret any Extended Channel Interpretations (ECIs) supported by the scanner. This parameter has no effect on symbols that were not encoded using ECIs.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Set Length L1 And Set Length L2 Lengths for “Code 39” 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).
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Decode Perf. Level This parameter provides three levels of decode performance or “aggressiveness” for Code 39 symbols. Increasing the performance level reduces the amount of required bar code orientation—this is useful when scanning very long and/or truncated bar codes. Keep in mind that increased levels reduce decode security.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Code 128 Strip Leading This parameter determines the number of characters that will be removed from the beginning of the bar code before the prefix character is added. Note: For Code 39 bar codes, the “AIAG Strip” is performed before the “Strip Leading”. 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. 5.13.2.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page 142 for details. 5.13.2.6 EAN 13 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 13”. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page 142 for details. 5.13.2.7 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.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners UPC E Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page 142 for details. 5.13.2.9 UPC E Enable UPC-E Set this parameter to on to allow “UPC E” bar code scans. Enable 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.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners 5.13.2.10 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.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Code 93 5.13.2.11 Code 93 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 93”, or OFF to disable it. 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).
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners CLSI Editing When enabled, this parameter strips the start and stop characters and inserts a space after the first, fifth, and tenth characters of a 14-character Codabar symbol. Note: Symbol length does not include start and stop characters. NOTIS Editing When enabled, this parameter strips the start and stop characters from decoded Codabar symbol. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page 142 for details.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Interleaved 2 of 5 Note: If Two check digits is selected, an MSI Plessey “Check Digit Algorithm: must also be selected. See below for details. Transmit Check Digit If this parameter is enabled, the check digit is included with the bar code data. Check Digit Algorithm When the Two MSI Plessey check digits option is selected, an additional verification is required to ensure integrity.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Transmit Check Digit If this parameter is enabled, the check digit is included with the bar code data. Convert To EAN 13 If this parameter is enabled, the I 2 of 5 bar code is converted to EAN 13. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page 142 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page 142 for details. 5.13.2.15 Discrete 2 of 5 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Discrete 2 of 5”.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (Internal) Scanners Composite 5.13.2.16 Composite Important: To successfully read this type of bar code, the two types of symbologies included in a composite bar code must be enabled. In addition, “Center Bar Code Only” must be disabled. A composite symbol includes multi-row 2D components making it compatible with linear and area CCD scanners along with linear and rastering laser scanners.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (ISCP) 5.13.3 Decoded (ISCP) • Tap on the Scanner drop-down menu, and choose Decoded (ISCP). 5.13.3.1 Decoded (ISCP) – Options Laser On Time The value assigned to this parameter determines how long the laser 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. 5.13.3.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (ISCP) Code 39 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.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (ISCP) Start/Stop Transmit Setting this parameter to on enables the transmission of start and stop characters, which are usually not transmitted. Code 39 can start and end with either a * or a $ character (see also the next parameter). 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).
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (ISCP) GS1-128 “GS1-128” is the GS1 implementation of the Code 128 barcode specification. The former correct name was UCC/EAN-128. GS1-128 Identifier “GS1-128 Identifier” allows the AIM ID " ‘ 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.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (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 The available options for this parameter are Disabled or French CIP. This parameter 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.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (ISCP) EAN 8 5.13.3.6 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. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page 142 for details. 5.13.3.7 UPC A Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC A” bar code scanning recognition.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (ISCP) 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. After conversion, data follows UPC A format and is affected by UPC A programming selections (e.g. Check Digit).
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (ISCP) Code 93 Important: When EAN 128 and GTIN processing are both activated, it is not possible to read normal EAN 128 Codes. Reading Range This parameter determines the reading distance from which a bar code can be successfully scanned. The default setting, Extended, allows for increased reading distance. 5.13.3.10 Code 93 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 93”. Minimum Length Minimum lengths for the bar code can be set from 0 to 255.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (ISCP) CLSI Library System When enabled, spaces are inserted after characters 1, 5, 10 in the 14-character label (used in the USA by libraries using the CLSI system). Check Digit Verification When enabled, this parameter checks the integrity of a symbol to ensure it complies with a specified algorithm—either USS (Uniform Symbology Specification) or OPCC (Optical Product Code Council).
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (ISCP) Code 11 rity of the symbol data before transmitting. If the data does not contain that algorithm, the data is not transmitted. 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.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (ISCP) 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). Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page 142 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page 142 for details. 5.13.3.14 Interleaved 2 of 5 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Interleaved 2 of 5”.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (ISCP) Matrix 2 of 5 Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page 142 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page 142 for details. 5.13.3.15 Matrix 2 of 5 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Matrix 2 of 5”. 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).
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (ISCP) Set Length L1, Set Length L2, And Set Length L3 Lengths for “Discrete 2 of 5” 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.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (ISCP) Composite 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. Stacking the code reduces the bar code length, and providing the nominal height of the code is maintained, it can be omni-directionally scanned. Enable RSS Limited “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.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (ISCP) UPC-EAN Composite Message This option allows you to choose how UPC-EAN shared bar codes are transmitted: Always Linked, Never Linked or Auto-discriminate. 5.13.3.20TLC-39 Enable Setting this parameter to on enables “TLC-39” scanning capability. Linear Transmission Only When ‘Linear Transmission Only’ is enabled, only the linear code portion of the composite bar code is transmitted when scanned.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Decoded (ISCP) Codablock 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.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Options Tab 5.13.4 Options Tab This tab allows you to tailor the double-click parameters and the display options associated with your scanner. 5.13.4.1 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.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Options Tab 5.13.4.2 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.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Options Tab 5.13.4.3 Data Handling This option allows you to choose the code page your NEO will use to display data – Default Local ASCII or ISO-8859-1 Latin 1. Codepage: Tapping on this option displays a window in which you can define the code page your NEO will use. If you choose Default Local ASCII, the code page of the local OS is used.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Translations Tab 5.13.5 Translations Tab The Translations tab allows you to define up to 10 cases, each consisting of up to 10 rules in sequential order. Only one case will be applied to a bar code and a case will only be applied if all rules specified in the case are successful—if a rule within a case fails, the entire case fails. • In the Translation tab, tap on the Case # to create rules.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Translations Tab • Tap on the No rule drop-down menu to display the rules. When you choose a rule, an associated screen is displayed in which you can define the rule. 5.13.5.1 Case Rules The case rules are defined as follows: • • • • • 172 No rule—ignored. Match at index—matches the match string at a specified index. Match and replace at index—matches the match string at a specified index and replaces/changes it.
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Chapter 5: Configuration Translations Tab • • Verify barcode size—verifies the bar code size. This rule should generally be assigned first, before creating subsequent rules. Search and replace—replaces all instances of the match string. (Note that this rule cannot fail.) Note: Keep in mind that the effects of previously applied rules must be taken into account when creating subsequent rules.
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6 PERIPHERAL DEVICES & ACCESSORIES 6.1 Carrying Accessories . . . . . . . . . 6.1.1 Attaching The Hand Strap . 6.1.2 Belt Clip Installation . . . . 6.1.3 The Expansion Port. . . . . 6.1.4 The Pistol Grip With Stylus 6.2 The Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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6.8.1 Quad Docking Station Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8.2 Quad Docking Station Indicators . . . . . . . . . . 6.8.3 Inserting A NEO In The Quad Docking Station . . 6.8.4 Network Access . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8.4.1 Network Addressing . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8.5 Battery Charging – LED Behaviour. . . . . . . . . 6.8.6 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8.6.1 Network Link Unsuccessful . . . . . . . . 6.8.6.2 NEO LED Does Not Light When Docked. 6.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Carrying Accessories 6.1 Carrying Accessories There are a variety of carrying accessories to help the operator work safely and comfortably with NEO. Table 6.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Attaching The Hand Strap 6.1.1 Attaching The Hand Strap The hand strap provides a secure means for operators to carry NEO. Figure 6.1 The Hand Strap Eyelet for Screw Eyelet for Attaching Tether Stylus Holder Elastic Strap Quick Release Buckle Adjustable Velcro Clasp Lanyard • Thread the lanyard attached to the quick release buckle through one of the accessory attachment points – the eyelets on the either side of the base of the unit. You may find Figure 6.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Attaching The Hand Strap • To attach the hand strap, align the eyelet at the top of the hand strap with the threaded insert near the corner of the hand-held, and secure it in place using the M2x6 screw included with the hand strap. Figure 6.3 Attaching The Hand Strap 4 • Snap the hand-strap buckle into the lanyard quick release buckle.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Belt Clip Installation • Pull up the velcro clasp to adjust the hand strap to fit your hand as required. 6 Stylus Holder Note: In addition to the hand strap, the lanyard with quick release buckle is also used to attach the wrist strap (shipped with the hand-held) and the optional shoulder strap to NEO. 6.1.2 Belt Clip Installation Figure 6.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Belt Clip Installation Figure 6.5 Aligning The Belt Clip Adaptor Plate For Installation Folded End Angled Scanner Section • To attach the belt clip adaptor plate to NEO, thread the screws through the eyelets into the metal inserts on NEO. Figure 6.6 Attaching The Adaptor Plate Attach Belt Clip here Metal Insert • 1 2 Metal Insert With the adaptor plate attached to NEO, join the plastic belt clip (included in your kit) to the adaptor plate.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories The Expansion Port 6.1.3 The Expansion Port NEO is equipped with an expansion port so that customised modules (i.e., RFID) can be easily added to your hand-held computer as they are required. Expansion Port Expansion Port Covered Expansion Port Cover Important: Do not remove the expansion port cover unless an expansion module is being installed. 6.1.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories The Battery Figure 6.7 Attaching The Pistol Grip Pistol Grip Stylus Thumb Latch Release To release the pistol grip: • Press the thumb latch release, and lift the pistol grip out. Note: To maintain proper operation, ensure that the expansion port and the pistol grip contacts are dry and free of debris. If necessary, use a soft cloth moistened with alcohol to clean the contacts. 6.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Adaptor/Cable Options 6.3 Adaptor/Cable Options The following are adaptors that can be ordered for your NEO: Table 6.2 Adaptor/Cable Model Numbers And Descriptions Model Number 6.3.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories RS232 Adaptor – Model No. PX3050 Figure 6.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Micro-USB Adaptor – Model No. PX3054 • 6.3.2 Align the docking port on the base of NEO with the adaptor, and gently snap the adaptor into place. Micro-USB Adaptor – Model No. PX3054 This adaptor is equipped with a micro-USB port along with a DC IN socket. When attached to NEO, the adaptor allows you to connect an AC wall adaptor (Model No. PX3010) or an automotive power adaptor (Model No. PX3056) to the hand-held.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Charging Options USB to USB ‘A’ (Model No. PX3058 & PX3053). Carrying devices such as the wrist strap can still be used when the adaptor is attached to the hand-held. Slot to accommodate Wrist Strap Micro-USB Port DC IN Socket To attach this adaptor: • • • 6.4 Make certain that the adaptor connector and NEO docking port are free of dust or any other debris before connecting them. A slot on the side of the adaptor is provided to accommodate the wrist strap.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Power Consumption Considerations • • Keep docking stations away from excessive dirt, dust and contaminants. Docking stations will not charge batteries outside an ambient temperature range of 0 °C to 45 °C (32 °F to 113 °F). It is recommended that the docking station be operated at room temperature—between 18 °C and 25 °C (64 °F to 77 °F) for maximum performance. After unpacking your unit: • • 6.4.2 Visually inspect the docking station for possible damage.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Desktop Docking Station Setup The desktop docking station is designed to charge the battery installed in NEO along with a spare battery pack. It is equipped with a micro-USB port. Figure 6.10 Back Of Desktop Docking Station Micro-USB Port DC IN Socket Important: This docking station can only be used to charge Psion Teklogix approved lithium-ion batteries. 6.5.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Charging A Spare Battery • Slide NEO into the docking station, making certain that the connector on the base of the hand-held is securely seated on the docking station connector pins. An icon is displayed in the task bar at the bottom of the hand-held screen indicating that the unit is properly installed in the station: The LED on NEO lights up indicating that the unit has external power and battery charging will begin.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Troubleshooting The Charging Operation Of The Dock Note: During the first two minutes of a battery charge, the LED remains solid yellow while the hand-held computer status is assessed and the super capacitor is charged. Table 6.3 Desktop Docking Station Charger LED Behaviour LED Behaviour Charge Status Off No battery detected in the slot. Solid Yellow Battery charged to less than 75% of capacity.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Linking A NEO To A PC • • • • 6.5.7 Remove the battery, and clean the contacts on the battery and the charge well. Inspect the charge well contacts for damage (are they bent, flattened, twisted or broken). Try inserting a battery that you know to be working in the charge well. Reconnect the power cable, and check that the charge well indicator flashes at powerup.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Troubleshooting USB Operations 6.5.9 Troubleshooting USB Operations • • • 6.6 Ensure that the unit is fully seated in the dock. A dock icon should be visible in the task bar. Ensure the USB cabling is connected properly. Ensure NEO and docking station contacts are not contaminated. AC Wall Adaptor– Model No.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Quad Docking Station – PX3004 PC & PX3004 NPC Figure 6.11 Automotive Power Adaptor Automotive Power Adaptor Plug DC Power Plug • • • Attach the micro-USB adaptor, model number PX3054, to the base of NEO. Refer to “Micro-USB Adaptor – Model No. PX3054” on page 186 if you require further details. The desktop docking station is also equipped with a DC IN socket to which you can connect the automotive adaptor.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Quad Docking Station Setup The quad docking station permits each of four docked NEOs to communicate with a 10/100 BaseT Ethernet network. It also provides sufficient power to operate the hand-helds and charge their batteries. Important: The Ethernet connection on the quad docking station is designed for indoor use only! 6.8.1 Quad Docking Station Setup Refer to instruction sheet PN 1081342 for a checklist of startup steps.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Battery Charging – LED Behaviour If a link is established between a NEO and a host, the application on the host and on the hand-held must have a recovery mechanism in the event that NEO is removed from the dock and the link is interrupted. 6.8.5 Battery Charging – LED Behaviour Charge status is displayed on the hand-held LED. Refer to Table 6.3 on page 191 for detailed LED charge behaviour.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Basic Scanner Operations ured using the Scanner Settings dialog box in the Control Panel (see page 134) and the Manage Triggers application (see page 97). Important: It is critical that you review the “NEO Hand-Held Computer Regulatory & Warranty Guide, PN 8000175, before proceeding. 6.9.1 Basic Scanner Operations • • 6.9.2 Turn the hand-held on. Wait until the unit has booted up completely. Aim at the bar code and press the scan key or the trigger.
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Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Bluetooth Peripherals • • • • • 6.10 Check the bar code to make sure it is not damaged. Try scanning a different bar code to verify that the problem is not with the bar code. Check that the bar code is within the specified decode zone. Refer to “Scanner/Imager Specifications” on page 205 for details. Does the hand-held display the warning without scanning? This suggests a hardware problem in the hand-held.
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7 SPECIFICATIONS 7.1 NEO Hand-Held Specifications . . . . . . . . 7.1.1 Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1.2 Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1.3 Wireless Communication. . . . . . . 7.1.4 Bar Code Applications . . . . . . . . 7.2 NEO Radio Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . 7.2.1 802.11b/g Radio . . . . . . . . . . . 7.2.2 Bluetooth Radio . . . . . . . . . . . 7.3 Scanner/Imager Specifications . . . . . . . . . 7.3.1 SE 955HP Specifications. . . . . . . 7.3.1.1 SE 955HP Decode Zone . . 7.
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Chapter 7: Specifications NEO Hand-Held Specifications 7.1 NEO Hand-Held Specifications Note: Performance specifications are nominal & subject to change without notice. 7.1.1 Hardware Physical Dimensions • 168 mm x 64 mm x 34 mm (6.6 in. x 2.5 in. x 1.3 in.) Weight (with battery pack) • 275 g (0.6 lbs.) User Interface Color Touchscreen Display: 6.86 cm (2.7 in.
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Chapter 7: Specifications Software Expansion Port • • Battery Power USB signalling Docking Port • • • RS232 USB DC Input Environmental Specifications 7.1.2 Drop Test: 1.2 m (4 ft.) - 26 drops to polished concrete. Rain/Dust: IP54, IEC 529. Operating Temperature: -10 °C to +50 °C (14 °F to 122 °F). Storage Temperature -20 ºC to +60 ºC (-4 ºF to 140 ºF). Relative Humidity: 5% to 95% RH non-condensing. Storage Temperature: -20 °C to +60 °C (13 °F to 140 °F).
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Chapter 7: Specifications Wireless Communication Programming Environment • • HTML, XML. Mobile Devices SDK: - CE .NET SDK - Java Visual C++ - Standard protocols APIs – Windows® sockets (WinCE) Application Software • • • • • • • • • • • 7.1.3 Wireless Communication • • 7.1.4 Internet Explorer 6.0 included with Windows CE 5.0 Professional only WordPad included with Windows CE 5.
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7.2 NEO Radio Specifications 7.2.1 802.11b/g Radio Direct Sequence Spread Spectrum (DSSS) and Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing (OFDM) Form factor Embedded surface mount module, 8.2 x 8.4 mm Antenna port U.FL jack Antenna Type PCB slot antenna Antenna Gain 2dBi peak Transmit Power 802.11b/g: 50 mW typical (+17 dBm) Frequency Range 2.400 - 2.4835 GHz Channels This radio supports 802.11d. The radio will associate with any 802.11d compliant AP, regardless of what channel is in use.
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Chapter 7: Specifications Scanner/Imager Specifications Transmit Power -3 dBm (0.5mW) minimum, +4 dBm (2.5 mW) max Frequency Range 2.400–2.4835 GHz RX Sensitivity (BER<0.1%) -80 dBm max Data Rate V1.2 = 732.2 kbps and 57.6 kbps asymmetric, 433.9 kbps symmetric V2.0 = 2 & 3Mbps 802.11 Co-existence 2-line hardware handshake with 802.11 radio 7.3 Scanner/Imager Specifications 7.3.
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Chapter 7: Specifications EV15 Imager Specifications 7.3.1.1 SE 955HP Decode Zone Decode Zone Typical 4 mil 1.0 in. – 5.5 in. / 2.54 cm – 13.97 cm 5 mil 1.25 in. – 8 in. / 3.18 cm – 20.32 cm 7.5 mil 1.5 in. – 13.25 in. / 3.81 cm – 33.66 cm 10 mil 1.5 in. – 17.5 in. / 3.81 cm – 44.45 cm UPC 100% 1.5 in. – 23.5 in. / 3.81 cm – 59.69 cm 15 mil 1.5 in. – 29.5 in. / 3.81 cm – 74.93 cm 20 mil 1.75 in. – 35.5 in. / 4.45 cm – 90.17 cm 40 mil * - 40 in. / * - 101.6 cm 55 mil * - 55 in. / * - 139.
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Chapter 7: Specifications EV15 Imager Specifications 7.3.2.1 EV15 Imager Decode Zone 0 Lux to 100,000 Lux Mil Size Minimum Range Maximum Range Inches Inches 5 2.5 7 10 3 14 UPC 2 14.5 20 2.5 22 40 3 35.5 High quality symbols in normal room light.
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APPENDIX A PINOUTS A.1 Docking Connector Pinout PIN # Signal Name Function 1 DGND Ground 2, 3, 4 VDD_EXT_POWER Power Input (6 VDC, 2.
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Appendix A: Pinouts Battery Connector A.2 Battery Connector PIN # A.
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APPENDIX B WIRELESS ZERO CONFIG B.1 Wireless Information Wireless Zero Config is the native Windows supplicant. To activate Wireless Zero Config, refer to “Advanced Tab” on page 22. • Tap on Start>Settings>Network and Dial-up Connections. • Choose the radio icon representing the radio you want to set up – in the sample screen in Figure B.
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Appendix B: Wireless Zero Config Wireless Information Figure B.1 802.11 Wireless LAN Settings Window • Wireless Statistics Tab: When you choose the Wireless LAN icon, an 802.11 Wireless LAN Settings window is displayed. This tab lists your radio statistics. Choosing the Zero button resets the statistics of the last four items – Packets IN, Packets OUT, IN errors and OUT errors. Figure B.
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Appendix B: Wireless Zero Config Wireless Information 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. Connect button – To force connection to a specific, existing network, highlight the network to which you want your NEO to connect, and tap on the Connect button Figure B.
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Appendix B: Wireless Zero Config Wireless Information Important: Keep in mind that NEO will only communicate with access points that are configured with the same SSID. B-4 • Ad Hoc And Infrastructure: If you are using an Infrastructure network – one in which NEOs must pass data through an access point – leave the checkbox next to This is an ad hoc network blank.
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Appendix B: Wireless Zero Config Wireless Information Under Shared authentication, each wireless station is assumed to have received a secret shared key over a secure channel that is independent from the 802.11 wireless network communications channel. Under WPA and WPA-PSK authentication, the use of 802.1x authentication is required. For wireless networks without a Remote Authentication Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) infrastructure, WPA supports the use of a preshared key.
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Appendix B: Wireless Zero Config Assigning An IP Address • • B.2 EAP Type (Extensible Authentication Protocol): This dropdown menu lists the EAP types available on your system. The items in this dropdown menu will vary depending on your network setup. Keep in mind also that some authentication protocols require that you select a Certificate. By selecting the Properties button, you will be able to select a Certificate.
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Appendix B: Wireless Zero Config Advanced Features Figure B.5 Advanced Settings B.2.2.1 Rearranging Preferred Networks NEO attempts to connect with the networks listed in this dialog box in sequence, beginning at the top of the list. If you need to rearrange this list of networks – move networks up and down in the list: • • Tap in the Networks List, and highlight the network that you want to move up or down in the list.
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INDEX A Accepted Start Char 154 accessories desktop docking station 188 Ethernet adaptor cable 192 hand strap 177 quad docking station 194 Active Conn Tab 110 ActiveSync ASync profile 105 Adaptor Cable/Dongle Micro-USB to Ethernet (Model No. PX3052) 184 Cable Micro-USB to USB A Receptacle (Model No. PX3058) 184 Micro-USB with DC Jack (Model No. 3054) 186 RS232 (Model No.
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Index run time 40 storing 41 swap time 29 beeper beep conditions 37 volume adjustment 38 Bi-Direction Redundancy 139 BKSP (DEL Key) 32 Bluetooth devices, pairing 43, 104 Bluetooth radio changing device name 110 device service profiles 105 headset 107 ISM band 102 PINs for devices 106 radio configuration 102 Bluetooth setup 102 GPRS setup 112 peripherals 198 Bluetooth specs 204 Bright For (backlight) 77 BSP, Bluetooth Controls 111 C cable diagrams A-1 calibrating (touchscreen) 35, 96 CH, Bluetooth Control
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Index decoded (internal) scanner parameters 136 decoded (ISCP) parameters 152 Decode Performance 141, 143 Decode Performance Level 142, 143 Default Local ASCII (Code Page) 170 DEL (BKSP) Key 32 Delete Char Set ECIs 139 Demo Imager 59 Scanner 59 Signature 59 desktop connection, remote 71 desktop docking station (WA4002) 188 Device Name, changing 110 dialog box, using 64 Diff Read Timeout 153 Dim For (backlight) 77 Discrete 2 of 5 150, 163 Discrete 2 of 5 150 dismounting partitions 124 display appearance (co
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Index security level 40 taskbar 53 802.
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Index O one dimensional internal scanner 197 One Shot Mode 82 ON For 81 Options tab (bar codes) 168 P pairing Bluetooth devices 43, 104 Parameter Scanning 137, 153, 154, 155, 156, 159, 161, 162, 163, 164 partitions creating 123 deleting 124 dismounting 124 formatting 125 management 124 mounting 126 PC, connecting NEO to 192 PDF-417 166 PIN, Bluetooth Controls 105 pinouts A-1 PINs, Bluetooth devices 106 Plessy Transmit Check Digit 161 port pinouts A-1 Port Prefix, Bluetooth Controls 111 Power button 11,
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Index Code 32 Prefix 140 Code 39 140, 153 Code 93 147 Composite 151, 165 Continuous Scan Mod 137 Conv. UPC-E To UPC-A 145 Conv. UPC-E1 To UPC-A 145 Convert To Code 32 140 Convert To EAN 13 150 Data Handling (code page) 170 Decode Perf.
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Index Shutdown (Start Menu) 63 signal quality, 802.11 40 SIM card, inserting 43 SIP (Soft Input Panel 73 Soft Input Panel (SIP) 73 Soft Scan Timeout 169 SPACE Key 32 specifications SE955 scanner 205 802.
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Index files, folders, & programs, working with 50 Windows CE, navigating in 49 Windows Explorer 59 1D internal scanner 197 2D UPC Half Block Stitching 146 36-key keyboard alpha keys, accessing 34 uppercase letters, creating 34 802.11b/g radio specifications 204 802.