Omnii™ XT10 Hand-Held Computer User Manual (Windows® Embedded CE 6.0) September 16, 2010 ISO 9001 Certified Quality Management System P/N 8100190.
© Copyright 2010 by Psion Teklogix Inc. 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., is issued in strict confidence, and is not to be reproduced or copied, in whole or in part, except for the sole purpose of promoting the sale of Psion Teklogix manufactured goods and services.
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 The warranty on Psion Teklogix manufactured equipment does not extend to any product that has been tampered with, altered, or repaired by any person other than an employee of an authorized Psion Teklogix service organization.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Chapter 1: Introduction 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 About the User Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Text Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Overview of Omnii™ XT10 Hand-Held Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii 3.1 Battery Details. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 3.1.1 Battery Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 3.1.2 Battery Swap Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 4.4 4.5 The Windows Classic Shell Startup Desktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 4.4.1 The Desktop Icons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59 4.4.2 The Taskbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61 4.4.2.1 Using the Taskbar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 5.5.6.2 Add and Edit Trigger Mapping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106 Microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 Power Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .108 5.5.8.1 Battery Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 5.9.3 5.9.4 AGPS (Assisted Global Positioning System) Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .142 Info Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .143 5.10 Storage Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .144 5.10.1 Formatting a Memory Card. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 6.4.3 6.4.4 6.5 Chargers and Docking Stations: General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175 6.5.1 Important Charger Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175 6.5.2 Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .175 6.5.3 Installation—Chargers and Docking Stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 6.9.5 6.9.6 Operating One Dimensional (1D) Internal Laser Scanners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .190 Operating Internal Two Dimensional (2D) Imagers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .190 6.10 Bluetooth Peripherals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191 Chapter 7: Specifications 7.1 The Omnii XT10 Hand-Held Computer (Model No. 7545XV) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents B.3.3 Changing Network Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .B-9 Appendix C: Bar Code Settings C.1 C.2 C.3 viii Bar Code Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-5 C.1.1 Scanner Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .C-5 C.1.
Contents C.4 C.3.12 MSI Plessey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-34 C.3.13 Code 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-35 C.3.14 Interleaved 2 of 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-35 C.3.15 Matrix 2 of 5 . . . . . . .
Contents C.5 C.4.27 Postal: Canadian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-54 Non-Decoded Scanners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-54 C.5.1 Options. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C-55 C.5.2 Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents D.5 D.4.7 Configuring the Bar Code Decoding Symbologies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-16 D.4.8 Setting the Active Preset. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-17 D.4.9 Viewing a Preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-17 D.4.10 Creating a Custom Preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents D.5.29 D.5.30 D.5.31 D.5.32 D.5.33 D.5.34 D.5.35 D.5.36 D.5.37 D.5.38 D.5.39 D.5.40 D.5.41 2D QR Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-37 2D Maxicode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-38 2D Aztec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
INTRODUCTION 1 1.1 About the User Manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 1.2 Text Conventions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.3 Overview of Omnii™ XT10 Hand-Held Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1.4 Regulatory Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 1: Introduction About the User Manual 1.1 About the User Manual This User Manual describes how to configure, operate, and maintain the Psion Teklogix Omnii™ XT10 Hand-Held Computer. Chapter 1: Introduction provides a basic overview of the hand-held. Chapter 2: Basic Operation describes preparing Omnii for operation, including setting up your wireless network.
Chapter 1: Introduction Text Conventions Appendix C: Bar Code Settings details your bar code options. Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet describes in detail your imager’s settings. 1.2 Text Conventions Note: Notes highlight additional helpful information. Important: These statements provide particularly important instructions or additional information that is critical to the operation of the equipment.
Chapter 1: Introduction Overview of Omnii™ XT10 Hand-Held Computer Operating System • Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 6.0 User Interface • Colour Touch Display 9.4 cm (3.7 in.) diagonal - VGA/QVGA, 480 x 640 resolution - High visibility version: superior sunlight visibility - Extreme Duty version: withstands 1.2 joules impact • Touchscreen - Passive stylus or finger operation; pan and flick gestures supported - Signature capture • Keyboards - Large selection of both alpha and numeric formats.
Chapter 1: Introduction Overview of Omnii™ XT10 Hand-Held Computer Figure 1.1 Omnii XT10 Model with 59-Key Alpha ABC Keyboard Figure 1.
Chapter 1: Introduction Regulatory Labels Figure 1.3 Top View (Scanner Window) Laser Aperture 1.4 Regulatory Labels Figure 1.4 Laser Warning Label This label is affixed below the scanner window. Warning: Using controls or adjustments or performing procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure. Figure 1.
2 BASIC OPERATION 2.1 Features of Omnii XT10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 2.2 Preparing Omnii for Operation . . . . 2.2.1 The Battery . . . . . . . . . 2.2.2 Replacing the Battery Pack. 2.3 Switching Omnii On and Off. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 14 14 15 2.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Features of Omnii XT10 2.1 Features of Omnii XT10 Figure 2.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Features of Omnii XT10 Figure 2.2 Side Views of Omnii XT10 Left Side Right Side Vertical Scroll Button Volume Rocker Button Scan Button ENTER Button Battery Release Latch Side Rail Slot for Snap Module Arm Figure 2.3 Bottom View 1 2 3 1 - Docking Connector 2 - Alignment Pin Holes 3 - M2.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Features of Omnii XT10 Figure 2.4 Top View Laser Aperture End-Cap Figure 2.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Preparing Omnii for Operation 2.2 Preparing Omnii for Operation 2.2.1 The Battery Omnii is powered by a Lithium-ion Smart Battery pack, 5000 mAh—Model No. ST3000. Important: Before charging the battery, it is critical that you review the battery safety guidelines in the Omnii Hand-Held Computer Regulatory & Warranty Guide (PN 8000191). Battery packs shipped from the factory are charged to approximately 40% and must be fully charged prior to use.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Switching Omnii On and Off Assuming the default power saving parameters and battery reserve level have not been altered, a battery can be removed for up to 5 minutes without losing data. After 5 minutes the terminal may reboot. Removing the Battery Pack • • If your unit is equipped with a hand or shoulder strap, unhook it from the base of the battery. Press the two latch buttons at the sides of the compartment simultaneously, and slide the battery out.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Resetting Omnii Switching Omnii Off • To switch off Omnii, press the [FN] key and then press and release the [ENTER/Power] button. Omnii will automatically enter the Suspend state. Important: Turning off the hand-held does not result in a complete shutdown; rather, the unit enters a power-saving, “suspend” state. When Omnii is turned on from suspend state, operation resumes within a few seconds.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Resetting Omnii Warm Reset To execute a warm reset: • Press and hold down the [FN] key and the [ENTER/Power] key simultaneously for a minimum of three seconds. A warm reset closes open applications; any unsaved data are lost. Installed programs and saved data are preserved. Note: You do not need to reset your Omnii after configuring the radio.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Attaching Carrying Accessories • Using a coin, or other conductive item, connect pins 5 and 6 of the Omnii battery contacts for at least 6 seconds. Pin 6 • 2.5 Pin 5 Replace the battery and power Omnii on. The terminal will boot as if from a cold reset. Attaching Carrying Accessories Psion Teklogix recommends that a carrying accessory—a hand strap or shoulder strap—be installed on Omnii before use.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Wireless Networking 2.8 Wireless Networking The Wi-Fi Config application is used to configure the Omnii 802.11b/g radio for one or more wireless network profiles. A network profile contains settings for SSID (Service Set Identifier) and security options. Note: In most situations, the configuration of your 802.11 radio will require parameter setting and access keys from a network administrator. To launch the Wi-Fi Config application: • Tap on Start>Programs>Wi-Fi Config.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Wi-Fi Config: Configure Tab Disable/Enable Radio: This button toggles between Disable Radio and Enable Radio depending on whether the radio is turned off or on. 2.8.2 Wi-Fi Config: Configure 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.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Wi-Fi Config: Configure Tab There are two methods available when configuring a radio network—you can either scan for an existing network or manually create a network. If you tap on the Scan button, a list of networks detected by the radio is displayed. Highlighting one of the listed networks and tapping on the Add New button creates a new profile that is completed based on the security capabilities detected by the radio.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Wi-Fi Config: Configure Tab 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. When this option is chosen, Omnii will connect to wireless networks which do not use authentication or encryption. WEP (Wired Equivalent Privacy) WEP provides static security to prevent others from accidentally accessing your network.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Wi-Fi Config: Configure Tab 2.8.2.2 Encryption The Encryption menu allows you to choose the type of encryption that will be used to protect transmitted data. Choose an Encryption method valid for your network from the drop-down menu. Only the Encryption options that are compatible with the type of Auth. Mode you’ve chosen will be listed. In fact, in some cases, this menu will not be available at all. 2.8.2.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Wi-Fi Config: Configure 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. PEAPv1-GTC: PEAP authentication using GTC as the inner method which utilizes one time passwords (OTPs) for authentication against OTP data bases such as SecureID.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Wi-Fi Config: Configure Tab 2.8.2.6 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 Omnii will connect. • Tap on the Connect button to activate your network. The Status tab is displayed. The Status field displays ASSOCIATING while the 802.11b/g radio attempts to connect to the network.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Configuring TCP/IP 2.8.3 Configuring TCP/IP If your network is not using a DHCP server, you will need to assign an IP address. 2.8.3.1 IP Address To assign an IP address for your Omnii: • 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.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Configuring TCP/IP The Wireless Statistics screen is displayed. • Tap on the IP Information tab. Figure 2.7 SDIO86861 IP Information Tab Note: When DHCP is enabled, tapping the ‘Renew’ button forces Omnii 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: • Tap on the Configure button.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Configuring TCP/IP • • Tap on the radio button next to Specify an IP address to select it. Type an IP, Subnet Mask and Default Gateway address in the appropriate fields. Press [ENTER] to save your information. 2.8.3.2 Name Server Note: If DHCP is enabled, name server addresses are assigned automatically. • • In the SDIO86861 IP Information tab (see Figure 2.7), tap on the Configure button. Tap on the Name Servers tab.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Wi-Fi Config: Advanced Tab 2.8.4 Wi-Fi Config: Advanced Tab Use Windows to configure my wireless settings In the Advanced tab you can set Windows to configure the radio, using Wireless Zero Config. • Tap on the checkbox to the left of Use Windows to configure my wireless settings to enable this option. Tap here to add a checkmark to activate the Windows radio configuration. Power Save Mode This allows you to set the 802.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Checking the Scanner • A dialog box is displayed letting you know that you will lose all unsaved data. Tap on OK. Once the reset is complete, if you checked the box next to Use Windows to configure my wireless settings, the Wireless Zero Config screen is displayed on the hand-held. Refer to Appendix B: “Wireless Zero Config” for details. 2.9 Checking the Scanner If your Omnii is equipped with an internal scanner, you can test it to ensure that it is operating properly.
Chapter 2: Basic Operation Using Microsoft ActiveSync 2.10.1 Using Microsoft ActiveSync Note: If you use a serial port to connect devices like Omnii to your desktop computer, the connection may not succeed because ActiveSync has trouble connecting at nondefault baud rates. To work around this problem, set the ActiveSync baud rate on the desktop to use the same baud rate as the device.
3 GETTING TO KNOW YOUR OMNII 3.1 Battery Details . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1.1 Battery Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1.2 Battery Swap Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.1.3 Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2 The Keyboard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2.1 Regular Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.2.2.1 Activating Modifier Keys . . . . . . . 3.2.2.2 Locking Modifier Keys . . . . . . . . 3.2.2 Modifier Keys . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii Battery Details 3.1 Battery Details Omnii Hand-Held Computers operate by lithium-ion battery packs, Model No. ST3000. Please see the following sections for detailed battery information: • • • • • 3.1.1 Installation: “Preparing Omnii for Operation” on page 14. Calibration and power settings: “Power Properties” on page 108. Chargers and docking stations: “Peripheral Devices & Accessories” on page 169.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii Charging the Battery Important: If your Omnii fails to power up, consider the following troubleshooting options: The battery may be overheated (>60C°), a non-Psion Teklogix battery may be installed, or the battery may have fallen below the configured Suspend Threshold. See “Suspend Threshold and Estimated Battery Backup” on page 110 for details. To switch on the hand-held, you will need to replace the overheated battery.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii Regular Keys Figure 3.1 Keyboard Layouts [SYM] Modifier Key [SCAN] Key [FN] Modifier Key [ENTER/Power] Key [SHIFT] Modifier Key [Windows] Key 36-KEY Numeric 123 Keyboard 3.2.1 59-KEY Alpha ABC Keyboard Regular Keys The [ENTER/Power] Key The [ENTER/Power] key is used to execute the usual Enter keyboard functions as well as to power the unit on and off (for details refer to “Switching Omnii On and Off” on page 15).
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii Regular Keys The Arrow Keys The [Arrow] keys are located near the top of the keyboard, and are represented on the keyboard as triangles pointing in different directions. The [Arrow] keys move the cursor around the screen in the direction of the arrow: up, down, left and right. The left arrow key should not be confused with the [BACKSPACE] key which is depicted as a left arrow.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii Modifier Keys 3.2.2 Modifier Keys The [SHIFT], [CTRL], [ALT], [FN] and [SYM] keys are modifier keys that change the function of the next key pressed. The [SHIFT], [CTRL] and [ALT] keys operate much like a desktop keyboard except that they are not chorded (two keys held down simultaneously). The modifier key must be pressed first followed by the key whose function you want modified.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii Modifier Keys Figure 3.2 Symbol Soft Input Panels Internet Browser Keys [SPACE] Key 36-KEY Numeric Keyboard 59-KEY Alpha Keyboard 3.2.2.1 Activating Modifier Keys When a modifier key is pressed, it is shown in the softkey bar at the bottom of the screen, making it easier to determine whether a modifier key is active. For example, if the [CTRL] key is pressed, Ctrl is displayed at the bottom of the unit screen.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii Function Keys and Macro Keys 3.2.3 Function Keys and Macro Keys In addition to the standard keyboard functions (see “The Keyboard” on page 36), Omnii supports function keys and macro keys. All function keys and macro keys can be custom defined for each application. The TekTerm application utilizes these keys (for detailed information, see the TekTerm Software User Manual, P/N 8000073). 3.2.3.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii Numeric Keyboards—Accessing Alpha Keys 3.2.3.2 Macro Keys Important: Refer to “Keyboard Macro Keys” on page 97 for details about creating macros. Several of the Omnii keyboards are equipped with a series of macro keys that can be programmed to replace frequently used keystrokes, along with the function of executable keys like the [ENTER/Power] key, the [BACKSPACE] key, any function key and arrow key, etc.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii The Keypad Backlight The examples below illustrate how to access A, B and C, all of which are printed in blue characters above the numeric key [2]. The letters you choose appear in the softkey bar as you press the numeric key, providing a visual indicator of which letter will be displayed on the screen. To choose the letter ‘a’: • • Press the [FN] key, and press the numeric key [2]. Press the [FN] key again to unlock or turn it off.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii The Display 3.3 The Display Omnii is equipped with display backlighting to improve character visibility in low light conditions. The backlight switches on when a key is pressed. 3.3.1 Adjusting the Display Backlight The behaviour of the display backlight and the intensity of the backlight can be specified in the Display Properties dialog box in the Control Panel. Note: Refer to “Backlight” on page 90 for details about the Display Properties dialog box. 3.3.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii Indicators 3.4 Indicators Omnii uses LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes), onscreen messages, vibrations, and audio tones as indicators. 3.4.1 LEDs Omnii is equipped with four coloured LEDs. This section outlines what these LEDs indicate. Important: If an LED is illuminated in red, the operator should be cautious as this generally indicates an abnormal operating condition or active laser emission. Figure 3.3 LED Status Indicators 1 2 3 4 1. Battery Charge Status 2.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii LEDs Table 3.1 Battery Charge LED Behaviours Charge LED Behaviour Function OFF External power not detected. Solid Green Battery charging complete. Flashing Green Charge in progress. Yellow Cell temperature out of range for charge. Solid Red Unable to charge battery. 3.4.1.2 Operating System Status LED The second LED indicates system notifications and operating system status. It is also available for user-loaded custom Windows Embedded CE applications.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii Onscreen Indicators 3.4.1.4 Scanner Status LED The fourth (far right) LED indicates scanner status. Scan LED Behaviour 3.4.2 Function OFF The scanner is not in use. Solid Red during scan Scan in progress. Solid Green after decode OFF when scan ended Successful scan. Flashing Red Unsuccessful scan.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii 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 the [Windows] key to display the Start Menu, and then tap on the desired application. Modifier Key Indicators [SHIFT], [CTRL], [ALT], [FN] and [SYM] are modifier keys that have onscreen indicators to show when a key is active or locked.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii Audio Indicators Bluetooth Radio This icon displayed in the taskbar represents the installed Bluetooth radio. Input Panel You can tap the Input Panel icon to activate the soft keyboard application. 3.4.3 Audio Indicators Omnii supports several audio options, including Bluetooth. The optional rear speaker can be used for system (Windows) sounds and .wav files. When a rear speaker is absent, those sounds are routed to the front receiver.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii Uploading Data in a Docking Station 3.6 Uploading Data in a Docking Station The Desktop Docking Stations allow your hand-held to upload transaction data to a server computer when a radio link is not available. When Omnii is properly inserted in a docking station, a dock icon is displayed in the taskbar at the bottom of the unit screen. For detailed information, refer to “Desktop Docking Stations - Models ST4002 and ST4003” on page 180.
Chapter 3: Getting To Know Your Omnii Cleaning Omnii • • Avoid abrasive cleaners, solvents or strong chemicals for cleaning. Omnii has a plastic case that is susceptible to harsh chemicals. The plastic is partially soluble in oils, mineral spirits and gasoline. The plastic slowly decomposes in strong alkaline solutions. To clean ink marks from the keypad and touchscreen, use isopropyl alcohol.
4 WINDOWS EMBEDDED CE 6.0 4.1 Navigating in Windows Embedded CE and Applications . 4.1.1 Navigating Using a Touchscreen . . . . . . . . . 4.1.2 Navigating Using the Keyboard . . . . . . . . . 4.2 Working with Files, Folders, and Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 55 55 56 4.3 Using a Dialog Box. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 4.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 Navigating in Windows Embedded CE and Applications 4.1 Navigating in Windows Embedded CE and Applications Graphic user interfaces like Windows Embedded CE for portable devices and desktop Windows (2000, XP, etc.) utilize ‘point and click’ navigation. An equivalent keyboard shortcut is also available for every ‘point and click’ action.
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Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 Using a Dialog Box If you’re using the keyboard: • • 4.3 Use the arrow keys to highlight the icon you want to open or launch. Press [ENTER]. Using a Dialog Box A dialog box (like the samples in Figure 4.2) appears when you need to make selections and enter further information. You can move between dialog items by tapping on them, or by pressing the arrow keys and the [TAB] key ([SHIFT] [TAB] moves the cursor backwards). Figure 4.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 Using a Dialog Box Drop-down: This type of menu is identified by up and down arrows next to the drop-down menu to indicate that additional options are available. Press the [TAB] key to highlight the menu, and use the arrow keys on your keyboard to cycle through the options. Checkbox: This box allows you to select or deselect an option. To select or deselect a checkbox, press the [TAB] key to highlight the checkbox, and press the [SPACE] key to select or deselect it.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 The Windows Classic Shell Startup Desktop 4.4 The Windows Classic Shell Startup Desktop When Omnii boots up, the default startup desktop (Windows Classic Shell) is displayed. Any applications stored in the Startup folder start up immediately. Note: The startup folder is located in \Windows\StartUp and \Flash Disk\StartUp. Figure 4.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 The Desktop Icons My Device Choosing this icon displays the contents of your Omnii. If you’re not sure how to work with the files, folders and programs displayed, refer to “Working with Files, Folders, and Programs” on page 56. Recycle Bin This option temporarily stores items that were deleted, allowing you to either permanently delete or restore these items. Internet Explorer Choosing this icon launches Internet Explorer—a standard Windows Embedded CE version.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 The Taskbar 4.4.2 The Taskbar Omnii 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 charger, cradle, docking station, or Snap Module, an associated icon is displayed. In addition, the taskbar displays the application(s) currently running on your unit.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 The Start Menu • • • • Choose Shortcuts from the Start Menu, and then press the [RIGHT] arrow key to display the sub-menu. 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. 4.4.2.2 Customizing the Taskbar To customize the taskbar so that it displays only those icons you require: • In the Start Menu, choose Settings, and then Taskbar.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 The Start Menu Note: Tap on the item in the menu with which you want to work. If you’re using the keyboard: • Use the arrow keys to highlight a menu item, and press [ENTER], or If the menu item has an underlined character: • Type the underlined alpha character. For example, to display the Run dialog box, type the letter ‘r’.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 The Start Menu 4.4.3.1 The Desktop Choosing the Desktop option from the Start Menu displays the Omnii desktop. 4.4.3.2 Programs • Choose Programs to display a sub-menu of options. The programs displayed will be those resident in the Windows\Programs folder of the computer. Figure 4.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 The Start Menu This sub-menu allows you to choose Command Prompt, Internet Explorer, installed applications (e.g., Microsoft WordPad), PsionVU Access, Remote Desktop Connection, Wi-Fi Config, or Windows Explorer. Demo This folder contains the Demo Scanner, Demo Signature and Demo Sound applications. Demo Scanner can be used to test how the hand-held reads and writes bar codes.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 The Start Menu Wi-Fi Config The Wi-Fi Config application is used to configure the Omnii 802.11b/g radio for one or more wireless network profiles. Windows Explorer The Windows Explorer installed on your Omnii is consistent with all Windows Embedded CE devices. 4.4.3.3 Shortcuts Figure 4.5 Shortcuts Sub-Menu System Tray If your touchscreen is not enabled, you can use the System Tray option to access the icons in the taskbar at the bottom of the screen.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 The Start Menu To cycle through your active applications: • • Choose Shortcuts, Cycle Tasks, or Press [ALT] [TAB]. Task Manager The Task Manager allows you to switch to another task or to end an active task. To display the task manager window: • • Tap on Shortcuts, Task Manager, or Press [ALT] [ESC].
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 The Start Menu 4.4.3.4 Settings The Settings sub-menu includes the following settings: Control Panel, Network and Dialup 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. If your Omnii is running with the Psion Teklogix TekTerm application or another application, additional configuration applets may appear in the Control Panel.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 The Start Menu 4.4.3.6 Shutdown The Shutdown menu includes these options: Suspend, Warm Reset and Cold Reset. Suspend The Suspend option suspends Omnii immediately. This is equivalent to turning the handheld off. Warm Reset The Warm Reset option resets the hand-held, leaving all saved files and registry settings intact. Any unsaved data is lost.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 The PsionVU Desktop Shell Cold Reset The Cold Reset option resets the hand-held (see page 17). Any files not stored in permanent memory are lost; however, the registry settings are saved. 4.5 The PsionVU Desktop Shell The appearance and actions of the desktop can be changed by tapping on the PsionVU Shell icon on your desktop, which activates the PsionVU shell. Note: Omnii will be reset if you choose to switch shells. Figure 4.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 The PsionVU Desktop Shell Hold the stylus or your finger on the Active Tasks, Favourites, or Notifications Bar, and swipe to the left or right to switch to the next screen.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 Restoring the Windows Classic Shell Notifications Bar This bar shows the run-time program notifications for Battery, Volume, Wi-Fi, Phone or GPRS, and other notifications for the programs you are running. This feature replaces the Taskbar of the Windows Classic Shell. Desktop Minimized View When an application is opened and maximized, the desktop view is minimized and the Notifications Bar is shown at the bottom of the screen.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 Shutdown Figure 4.8 Shell Switch to Windows Classic Shell Desktop 4.5.2 Shutdown Turning off Omnii places the hand-held into a power-saving suspend state. In this state, all radios remain on, but the display, keyboard backlight and processor are switched off. When Omnii is turned on from this state, operation resumes within a few seconds in the screen in which you were working prior to suspend. • Press the [FN] key, and then press the [ENTER/Power] key.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 Shutdown Resetting Omnii To perform a warm or cold reset, or boot to BooST, use the keyboard shortcuts described below. Warm Reset To execute a warm reset: • Press and hold down the [FN] key and the [ENTER/Power] key simultaneously for a minimum of three seconds. A warm reset closes open applications; any unsaved data are lost. Installed programs and saved data are preserved. Note: You do not need to reset your Omnii after configuring the radio.
Chapter 4: Windows Embedded CE 6.0 Shutdown Hard Reset Important: This procedure is recommended as a last resort, when all other methods fail. To execute a hard reset: • • Remove the battery. Using a coin, or other conductive item, connect pins 5 and 6 of the Omnii battery contacts for at least 6 seconds. Pin 6 • Pin 5 Replace the battery and power Omnii on. The terminal will boot as if from a cold reset.
5 CONFIGURATION 5.1 Remote Desktop Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 5.2 The TekTerm Application . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 5.3 Pocket PC Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 5.4 The Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.4.1 Control Panel Icons. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5 Control Panel Applications: Basic Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . .
5.5.9.3 Restrictions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5.9.4 Control Panel Settings . . . . . . . . 5.5.9.5 Import/Export to File. . . . . . . . . 5.5.10 Stylus Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5.10.1 Double-Tap . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5.10.2 Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5.10.3 Touch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5.11 System Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.5.12 Volume & Sounds Properties . . . . . . . . 5.5.12.1 Volume Adjustments . . . . . . . . 5.5.12.
5.11 Teklogix Imagers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .148 5.12 Teklogix Scanners. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.12.1 Bar Codes Tab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.12.1.1 Scanner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.12.1.2 Restoring Default Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.12.2 Options Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.12.2.1 Double Click Parameters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5.12.2.
Chapter 5: Configuration Remote Desktop Connection 5.1 Remote Desktop Connection Remote Desktop Connection is an Omnii application used to connect to a Windows Terminal Server so that you can run a “session” on the Server machine, using Omnii (Windows Embedded 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.
Chapter 5: Configuration Control Panel Icons To access the Control Panel: • Press [Windows] to display the Start Menu. • Tap on Settings>Control Panel. If you’re using the keyboard: • • Press [Windows] to display the Start Menu. Highlight Settings in Start Menu, and press the [RIGHT] arrow key to highlight the Control Panel. • Press the [ENTER] key. The Control Panel folder contains icons used in the setup of your Omnii. Figure 5.1 Control Panel Icons 5.4.
Chapter 5: Configuration Control Panel Icons Bluetooth Opens the Bluetooth Manager which provides options for configuring various Bluetooth peripherals. It also provides the capability to use a Bluetooth-enabled cellular phone as a data modem to exchange information with other Bluetooth devices and provide network access. Certificates This program provides access to the Certificates Manager and Stores.
Chapter 5: Configuration Control Panel Icons Internet Options Provides options to configure your Internet browser. You can determine items such as the default and search page that the browser applies when connecting to the Internet, the cache size, the Internet connection options, and the security level that is applied when browsing. Keyboard Toggles character repeat on and off and specifies delay and rate for repeated characters.
Chapter 5: Configuration Control Panel Icons PC Connection Enables direct connection to a desktop computer (or through ActiveSync—see “Data Transfer between Omnii and a PC” on page 30). Selecting the Change Connection button allows you to change the type of direct connection to your PC. Power Displays battery pack power status. (Alternately, battery status can be accessed through the taskbar.) Additional tabs allow you to determine suspend states and specify a suspend threshold.
Chapter 5: Configuration Control Panel Applications: Basic Setup System Properties Identifies the computer’s software and hardware components, indicating which components are installed, their version or part numbers, and whether they are enabled or disabled. Teklogix Imagers The Teklogix Imagers applet is used to create, modify, delete, and activate imager settings. This icon is only present when the appropriate imager is installed. For detailed information, see Appendix D: “Teklogix Imagers Applet”.
Chapter 5: Configuration App Launch Keys To assign an application key: • Tap the Add button. • Press the key you want to use to launch an application. (If an unsupported key is pressed, a message appears on this screen letting you know.) The cursor moves to the App field and a new screen is displayed where you can choose the application to which you want to assign the application key.
Chapter 5: Configuration Certificates The cursor moves to the Data field. You can use this field if you need to need to define command line parameters for your application. If you don’t want to assign any parameters, you can leave the Data field blank. If, for example, you want to assign an application launch key to launch the WordPad application, you can leave this field blank.
Chapter 5: Configuration Display Properties Your Omnii has certificates preinstalled in the computer. My Certificates is the repository for the device’s personal certificate store, Other Authorities is the repository for the intermediate certificate store, and Trusted Authorities is the repository for the Trusted Root certificate store. You can import or remove certificates, and view certificate information for any listing, including names, dates, serial numbers, etc.
Chapter 5: Configuration Display Properties This dialog box allows you to customize your background image. 5.5.3.2 Appearance • In the Display Properties dialog box, open the Appearance tab. This dialog box allows you to customize the display colour scheme. 5.5.3.3 Backlight The backlight is activated for a configurable amount of time.
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 Omnii backlight. Sliding the bar to the left lowers the light intensity, and sliding it to the right raises the intensity.
Chapter 5: Configuration Input Panel 5.5.4 Input Panel Omnii is equipped with a Soft Input Panel (SIP). Shown below is the standard Microsoft SIP, accessed from the Control Panel. Soft Keyboard Input Panel Button Icon Tapping on the Input Panel button displays a soft input panel (soft keyboard) that can be customized using the Input Panel dialog box. Important: If the Input Panel button icon is not visible in the taskbar, from the ‘Start’ menu, tap on Settings>Taskbar and Start Menu.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties Figure 5.2 Input Panel Properties • Tap on the Options button to change the appearance of your soft keyboard. Note: You can also display this dialog box by double-tapping on the Input icon in the farright corner of the taskbar. Figure 5.3 Soft Keyboard Options 5.5.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties 5.5.5.1 Key Repeat Note: These settings apply when a key is held down continuously. • In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Repeat tab. Repeat Delay The value assigned for this parameter determines the delay in milliseconds 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.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties 5.5.5.2 Keyboard Backlight • In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Backlight tab. Intensity This parameter is used to adjust the light intensity of the Omnii keyboard backlight. Sliding the bar to the left darkens the keyboard backlight intensity, and sliding it to the right lightens the intensity. Note: The keypad backlight maximum brightness will decrease over time as it ages.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties The options in this tab allow you to determine how modifier keys on your Omnii behave. For each modifier key—[ALT], [SHIFT], [CTRL], [FN], and [SYM]—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. For example, if the [FN] key is locked ‘on’, the taskbar at the bottom of the screen displays it underlined.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties 5.5.5.4 Keyboard Macro Keys • In the Keyboard Properties dialog box, open the Macros tab. A macro has 200 programmable characters (or “positions”). The macro keys can be programmed to replace frequently used keystrokes, along with the function of executable keys including [ENTER], [BACKSPACE] and [DEL] ([FN]-[BACKSPACE]), function keys and arrow keys. Recording and Saving a Macro You can program up to 6 macro keys, depending on your keyboard layout.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties • 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. The Save button is highlighted.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties 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. Keep in mind that Unicode configurations are represented as hexadecimal rather than decimal values.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties • • 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’. Press [SPACE] to select the shift state you want to assign.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties Note: When using the Mobile Devices SDK Developers' Guide (P/N 8100016), note that the [ORANGE] key is interchangeable with the [SYM] key. Similarly, in the context of the scancode mapping tables, ‘Orange’ is interchangeable with ‘SYM’. The Normal table defines unmodified key presses; the FN table defines key presses that occur when the [FN] modifier is on; the SYM table defines key presses that occur when the [SYM] modifier is on.
Chapter 5: Configuration Keyboard Properties • 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. When Virtual Key is selected, you can choose to force [SHIFT] to be on or off when the virtual key is sent.
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. 5.5.5.7 Lock Sequence The Lock Sequence menu allows you to lock the Omnii 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.
Chapter 5: Configuration Manage Triggers Locked Keyboard Icon • 5.5.6 Type the key sequence to unlock the keyboard. Manage Triggers Allows users to configure how bar code scanners and other devices such as RFID readers are triggered. You can configure the trigger ID for each trigger button for both single- and double-click, and the double-click time. 104 • In the Control Panel, choose the Manage Triggers icon. • In the Manage Triggers screen you’ll see a list of trigger mappings.
Chapter 5: Configuration Manage Triggers 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(s)—sometimes referred to as “trigger consumer(s)”—of the trigger source. Along with keyboard keys, the external trigger (scan button) is software-based. When the specified key is pressed, the owner (for example, a decoded scanner) is sent a message.
Chapter 5: Configuration Manage Triggers Add Tapping this button brings up the Add Mapping dialog (see page 106), so that you can add new trigger mappings. Edit Tapping this button brings up the Edit Mapping dialog (see page 106), so that you can edit existing trigger mappings. Remove Tapping this button removes an existing mapping. OK The OK button in the top right of the Manage Triggers screen saves all changes made.
Chapter 5: Configuration Manage Triggers Note: It is possible to map the same source to different modules (trigger consumers)—for example, to both the Imager and Non-Decoded Scanner. If so, both devices/operations will occur simultaneously. This is not recommended in most cases, especially with devices such as Imagers or RFID Readers. It is also possible to map different sources to the same module (trigger consumer)—for example, two different trigger keys can be mapped to the RFID File System.
Chapter 5: Configuration Microphone Show All Modules By default, inactive owners are not shown. By checking this checkbox, all owners, both active and inactive, are displayed. 5.5.7 Microphone • In the Control Panel, choose the Microphone icon. Use this dialog box to adjust the gain for the specific microphones associated with your hand-held. • Tap on the drop-down menu, and choose the microphone for which you want to adjust the gain.
Chapter 5: Configuration Power Properties 5.5.8.1 Battery Capacity • In the Power Properties dialog box, open the Battery tab to view battery details. 5.5.8.2 Power Saving Suspend • In the Power Properties dialog box, open the Suspend tab.
Chapter 5: Configuration Power Properties Power Source This drop-down menu allows you to specify whether the unit is using AC Power or Battery Power. Suspend Timeout Important: Psion Teklogix recommends setting the Suspend value to 3 minutes. To further reduce power consumption, carefully consider the duration of time that the display backlight is ‘on’ (see “Backlight” on page 90).
Chapter 5: Configuration Power Properties Important: Selecting Maximum backup time will reserve approximately 20% of the battery capacity for memory backup. Once the battery is drained, the system RAM memory is lost and the unit must cold boot. In most real-time transaction environments this is not a problem (it only takes a few seconds to cold boot).
Chapter 5: Configuration PsionVU Access 5.5.8.4 Advanced • In the Power Properties dialog box, open the Advanced tab. Allow Suspend With: This menu allows you to specify whether or not your unit will enter Suspend Mode while it is operating with an active PPP connection, network interface or active TCP/IP connection.
Chapter 5: Configuration PsionVU Access Figure 5.4 PsionVU Settings 5.5.9.1 Administrator Password By setting an Administrator Password, you can limit access to various different components on the computer and the system tray icons for security. The default security setting allows User access to all options, therefore restrictions and settings can be configured without setting a password.
Chapter 5: Configuration PsionVU Access The option Show Password changes the displayed password from hidden (***) to readable. When exiting the PsionVU application, the PsionVU Access dialog will come up that enables you to change from you current Access setting to the other (Administrator or User). The computer must be reset following a change, and a confirmation will appear to enable you to continue or dismiss the change.
Chapter 5: Configuration PsionVU Access 5.5.9.2 Shell Settings The Shell Settings application has two menus: Applications and Advanced. Applications The Applications menu lists all the applications installed on the computer, alphabetically. The items checked in this view are shown on the Desktop. The Add and Edit buttons allow you to search for and add an application to the list of items in the selection window.
Chapter 5: Configuration PsionVU Access Advanced The Applications menu allows you to enable or disable some device functions. Windows Classic Shell The following options can be enabled or disabled in the Windows Classic Shell Desktop theme: • Start Menu Bar: If disabled, access to both Start Menu and Notifications are disabled. The Notification tooltips will still display. Any changes made will occur after a device reset.
Chapter 5: Configuration PsionVU Access Other Shell Themes The following options can be enabled or disabled in the PsionVU Shell Desktop themes (shown in the drop-down list as Ingenuity, Active_Glow, Clear_Run, and Flip_Side_Blue): Note: The Desktop theme can be changed from the default Windows Classic Shell to one of the PsionVU themes shown here—but by tapping on the Desktop icon PsionVU Shell (see “The PsionVU Desktop Shell” on page 70), the “Ingenuity” theme is automatically loaded.
Chapter 5: Configuration PsionVU Access Notifications The Notifications menu allows you to block or disable notifications. 5.5.9.4 Control Panel Settings In these menus you can set which applets and tabs you want to Hide in Control Panel, and which applets and tabs will be Accessible as a shortcut icon from the Desktop. • 118 You have the option of setting the entire applet or specific tabs within the applet as hidden or accessible. Any applet that can’t be set is greyed out.
Chapter 5: Configuration PsionVU Access • You can add a maximum of 18 applications, after which the following message is displayed: “!Maximum 18 entries reached.” 5.5.9.5 Import/Export to File This option enables you to Export your settings file (.xml), and save it in the location of your choice. In addition, an Administrator has the option to Import these settings from one device to multiple devices of the same operating system.
Chapter 5: Configuration Stylus Properties Tapping on the Export button will display a “Save As” Export Settings dialog, with the default name PsionVU_Settings.xml, which the Administrator can change even after it has been saved. The .xml file contains all of the PsionVU configured settings, including the Administrator Password. When the file is imported to a device, the new password is applied immediately.
Chapter 5: Configuration Stylus Properties 5.5.10.1 Double-Tap • In the Double-Tap menu, follow the directions to tailor the sensitivity of the stylus when you tap on the touchscreen. 5.5.10.2 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. • Choose the Calibration tab, and then tap on the Recalibrate button.
Chapter 5: Configuration System Properties • Follow the directions in the Calibration tab to recalibrate the screen You will be prompted to save the calibration data. Important: If you do not receive a prompt to save your data, there could be a problem with your touchscreen hardware. Contact your Psion Teklogix representative. 5.5.10.3 Touch This tab allows you to disable the touchscreen. • Choose the Touch tab. Select the checkbox next to Disable the touch panel. 5.5.
Chapter 5: Configuration Volume & Sounds Properties • Instead of expanding each section of items individually, you can also choose to open all the lists at once by choosing the Expand button, which will then change to a Collapse button to enable you to collapse all the sections as well. 5.5.12 Volume & Sounds Properties Omnii supports several audio options, including Bluetooth. The beeper is used for the standard sounds: key clicks, screen taps, and scanning.
Chapter 5: Configuration Volume & Sounds Properties 5.5.12.1 Volume Adjustments • • Slide the volume button to the left to lower the volume or to the right to increase the volume. Under the heading Enable sounds for, enable the conditions under which you want the hand-held to emit a sound. 5.5.12.2 Sound Adjustments This dialog box allows you to assign sounds to identify particular actions.
Chapter 5: Configuration Bluetooth® Setup 5.6 Bluetooth® Setup Bluetooth is a global standard for wireless connectivity for digital devices and is intended for Personal Area Networks (PAN). The technology is based on a short-range radio link that operates in the ISM band at 2.4 GHz. When two Bluetooth-equipped devices come within a 10 metre range of each other, they can establish a connection.
Chapter 5: Configuration Paired Tab To learn how to scan for devices to pair, review “Device Tab” on page 127. Note: If a service is actively paired and connected, the device and its services are displayed in bold typeface in this list. • Tap on an item in the Paired tab to display an associated pop-up menu. The displayed menu depends on the type of the service chosen. Query Services and Remove Commands • • 126 Query Services displays a Services dialog box where a pairing service is chosen.
Chapter 5: Configuration Device Tab OBEX OPP (Object Exchange-Object Push Profile) Commands The OPP defines two roles—a Push Server and a Push Client. Push Server is the device that provides an object exchange server. Push Client is the device that pushes and pulls objects to and from the Push Server. OBEX OPP contains the following unique menu option: • Send File displays an Open File dialog box where the file to be sent can be selected.
Chapter 5: Configuration Device Tab Clear removes all Bluetooth devices listed except those with currently paired and connected services. Note: To limit the number of devices listed to a particular type of device, refer to “Filtering By Class of Device (COD)”, next section. 5.6.2.2 Filtering By Class of Device (COD) This menu allows you to filter the displayed devices by their COD.
Chapter 5: Configuration Device Tab Pair begins the pairing process by inquiring the services and profiles of the discovered device. An authentication dialog box is displayed the first time a Bluetooth device is paired. Refresh Name repeats the device name inquiry, updating the name. This command is useful if a device is listed without a name (unknown), or if a device name has been changed remotely. Delete removes this device from the list. 5.6.2.
Chapter 5: Configuration Device Tab • Click in the checkbox to the left of the service to activate it. • Click on Done. Services that require more information present a configuration dialog box. Serial Profile is an example. This dialog box offers a number of additional options such as enabling Encryption and selecting four different Modes: Serial, ActiveSync, Scanner, and Printer Port. Serial is used for simple serial port communication. ActiveSync is for ActiveSync-over-Bluetooth.
Chapter 5: Configuration Servers Tab Printer Port must be chosen here if you want to communicate with a paired Bluetooth printer. For further details, see “Mode Tab” on page 132. • 5.6.3 Once you’ve completed the information, tap on Next and then in the Services screen, click on Done. Servers Tab When a remote Bluetooth device initiates a Bluetooth connection to Omnii, the remote device is considered the ‘Bluetooth master’ and the hand-held, the ‘Bluetooth slave’.
Chapter 5: Configuration Mode Tab OBEX OPP server enables the Object Push Profile server. A warm reset must be performed on Omnii after a change is made to this option. The OPP Server allows other Bluetooth devices to send files to this device. • 5.6.4 Tap on the checkbox to activate the server. Mode Tab Turn on Bluetooth activates the Bluetooth radio. Discoverable determines whether Omnii is visible or invisible to other devices.
Chapter 5: Configuration About Tab 5.6.5 About Tab Device Name displays the broadcasted name of the hand-held. The name can be changed in the System Properties applet: Start>Settings>Control Panel>System icon>Device Name tab. Local Address displays the MAC address (BD_Addr) of the Bluetooth chip. HCI Version & LMP Version display the version of the chip firmware. Component indicates the version of the Psion Teklogix Bluetooth Subsystem (the manager, drivers, etc).
Chapter 5: Configuration The Bluetooth GPRS WAN Connection 5. Tap on Make New 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.
Chapter 5: Configuration The Bluetooth GPRS WAN Connection 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. Omnii communicates via Bluetooth to your Bluetooth equipped cellular telephone and retrieves the parameters for the Device Properties dialog box. Omnii then disconnects. 9.
Chapter 5: Configuration The Bluetooth GPRS WAN Connection 10. In the Modem dialog box, choose the Next button to display the Phone Number dialog box. 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.
Chapter 5: Configuration The Bluetooth GPRS WAN Connection Once you’ve edited this dialog box to reflect your network carrier requirements, press [ENTER] to save your changes. 13. At this point, return to the Control Panel, and choose the Network and Dial-up Connections icon. 14. In the network connection window, the new network configuration—in this case, New Connection is displayed. Tap on the new icon.
Chapter 5: Configuration Dr. Debug 5.7 Dr. Debug Dr. Debug is an error diagnostic and troubleshooting tool. • 5.7.1 Tap on Start>Settings>Control Panel. Tap on the Dr. Debug icon. Status This tab indicates the status (on/off) of the debug engines. Tapping on Browse logs displays error logs for your review. The logs should be used as reference when working with Psion Teklogix Technical Support personnel.
Chapter 5: Configuration Settings Pairing a Device 5.7.2 Settings • • 5.7.3 Choose an Error Level from the drop-down menu. To change the location where debug information will be stored, tap on the button to the right of the Log Folder option. Utilities The Utilities tab is used to log network traffic. When you tap on the Start button, debug data is collected so that, if necessary, it can be forwarded to a Psion Teklogix technician for evaluation.
Chapter 5: Configuration Error Reporting 5.8 Error Reporting Error Reporting allows you to enable or disable Microsoft error reporting prompts. • 5.9 Tap on Start>Settings>Control Panel>Error Reporting icon to access your options. GPS (Global Positioning System) Settings This applet allows you to define how the GPS module operates. You can determine when the GPS module is powered and operating, and choose from a set of GPS profiles built into the modem.
Chapter 5: Configuration Profiles Tab • • 5.9.2 Always on – the GPS module is powered on at all times regardless of the power state of the hand-held (suspend or standby). On, and off in suspend – the GPS module is powered on, but if Omnii is in suspend mode, the GPS module is turned off. Profiles Tab Tapping on the GPS Profile Selection drop-down menu allows you to choose an appropriate profile: Default, Automotive or Pedestrian. • • • Default profile is a good general profile suitable for most uses.
Chapter 5: Configuration AGPS (Assisted Global Positioning System) Tab 5.9.3 AGPS (Assisted Global Positioning System) Tab To determine your location, a GPS module receives data from three or more GPS satellites in fixed orbit around the Earth. The GPS module triangulates your location based on the time it takes for signals to get to and from the satellites. This works well in fairly clear areas, outdoors for example.
Chapter 5: Configuration Info Tab The AGPS server connection settings drop-down menu allows you to choose from two settings: Use default settings and Use custom settings. The Use default settings option is generally acceptable for most applications. Note that aside from the Update field in which you can choose how long the fix is stored in your Omnii, the field values cannot be edited.
Chapter 5: Configuration Storage Manager quired, you may be asked to tap on the Save button in this tab and forward the information to Psion Teklogix support staff. 5.10 Storage Manager The Storage Manager allows you to view information about the storage devices that are present in Omnii, such as SD-MMC flash cards and Compact Flash cards. 5.10.1 Formatting a Memory Card Formatting a memory card bulk-erases it. Once a card is erased, partitions may be created in it, similarly to those on a hard drive.
Chapter 5: Configuration Creating Partitions 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. 5.10.2 Creating Partitions Once the card is formatted, new partitions can be created in it.
Chapter 5: Configuration Partition Management The new partition is automatically mounted. This is indicated by an asterisk (*) next to its name in the partition list. Any unallocated space on the card is indicated at the left, and additional partitions can be created in it. 5.10.3 Partition Management Partitions can be individually dismounted, mounted, deleted, or formatted as well. These and additional tasks are available from the Partition Properties dialog: To dismount a partition: 1.
Chapter 5: Configuration Partition Management To delete a partition: 1. Select the desired partition. 2. Tap the Delete button. A warning dialog appears. 3. 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.
Chapter 5: Configuration Teklogix Imagers • 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: 1. Choose the desired partition. 2. Tap the Properties button. The Partition Properties dialog appears. 3. Tap the Mount button. The partition is mounted.
Chapter 5: Configuration Teklogix Scanners 5.12 Teklogix Scanners The Teklogix Scanners icon in the Control Panel provides dialog boxes in which you can tailor bar code scanner configuration 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. Note: To enable a newly-installed scanner, press and hold down the [FN] key and the [ENTER/Power] key simultaneously for a minimum of three seconds.
Chapter 5: Configuration Bar Codes Tab 5.12.1 Bar Codes Tab 5.12.1.1 Scanner The drop-down menu to the right of the Scanner option allows you to choose configurations for one of the following scanner types, depending on what is installed in/on your hand-held: Decoded (internal), Decoded (Intermec ISCP), Imager and Non-decoded. The symbologies listed in the Barcodes tab change to reflect the scanner you choose and the bar codes it supports.
Chapter 5: Configuration Bar Codes Tab • Press and hold on a symbology (e.g., Code 128) to display a pop-up menu. • Choose Default subtree to reset only the parameters in the symbology you selected, or choose Default all settings to reset all scanner parameters to default settings. To reset a single parameter to its default setting: • Press and hold on the parameter you want to reset. • Choose Default parameter to reset the parameter to the default setting.
Chapter 5: Configuration Options Tab 5.12.2 Options Tab This tab allows you to tailor the double-click parameters and the display options associated with your scanner. 5.12.2.1 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.
Chapter 5: Configuration Options Tab 5.12.2.2 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.
Chapter 5: Configuration Translations Tab Good Scan Vibrates and Bad Scan Vibrates These parameters determine whether or not Omnii creates a vibration when a good (successful) scan or a bad (unsuccessful) scan is performed. Set these parameters to either on to enable the beeper or off to disable it. You can set the Number and Duration of vibrations, as well as the Pause between vibrations. The screen above shows the default settings.
Chapter 5: Configuration Translations Tab • In the Translation menu, tap on the Case # to create rules. • Tap on the No rule drop-down menu to display the rules.
Chapter 5: Configuration Translations Tab When you choose a rule, an associated screen is displayed in which you can define the rule. 5.12.3.1 Case Rules The case rules are defined as follows: • • • • • • 156 No rule—ignored. Search and replace—replaces all instances of the match string. (Note that this rule cannot fail.) 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.
Chapter 5: Configuration Ports Tab • Verify barcode size—verifies the bar code size. This rule should generally be assigned first, before creating subsequent rules. Note: Keep in mind that the effects of previously applied rules must be taken into account when creating subsequent rules. For example, if the bar code size is important, it should be checked before any rules that might change the size are applied.
Chapter 5: Configuration Ports Tab Enabled This parameter must be set to ON in order for Omnii to recognize the device connected to the Port Replicator 9-pin (COM5). Baud Double-tapping on this parameter displays a pop-up window in which you can choose an appropriate rate of data transfer. Figure 5.6 Port Baud Rates Data Bits This parameter determines the number of data bits included in each asynchronous data byte. Most devices use 8-bit data bytes.
Chapter 5: Configuration Total Recall Trigger On Sequence And Trigger Off Sequence If a SICK scanner connected to an Omnii port requires a serial stream of data bytes to trigger the scanner on and another to trigger the scanner off, the Trigger On Sequence and Trigger Off Sequence parameters allow you to define these serial streams. Double-tapping on Trigger On Sequence or Trigger Off Sequence displays a screen with a hex array of 10 elements.
Chapter 5: Configuration Creating a Backup Profile 5.13.1 Creating a Backup Profile In the start up screen, you can choose from four options: Create Profile, Restore Profile, View Profile and Delete Profile. • Tap on the Create Profile button to begin the process. Profile Information This dialog box displays the default profile name, the type of restore – AutoRestore or ManualRestore, and the possible storage destination for the profile file.
Chapter 5: Configuration Creating a Backup Profile • Next, choose the profile Type you want to create: - ManualRestore – creates a backup that is manually restored by the operator. - AutoRestore – creates a profile that automatically restores itself following a cold reset or a clean reset. • Finally, if you want to choose another location for your backup file (optional), tap on the [...] button to the right of the Profile Location field.
Chapter 5: Configuration Creating a Backup Profile Advanced Backup Choosing Advanced Backup allows you to define what you would like to include in your backup profile. • Tap in the checkbox next to the option(s) listed here to tailor what you want included in the backup. Creating a Profile Once you’ve defined the type of profile you want to create: • Tap on the Create Profile button. The options you chose to back up appear in your window as the backup progresses.
Chapter 5: Configuration Restoring a Profile 5.13.2 Restoring a Profile To manually restore a profile: • • In the Total Recall home screen, tap on Restore Profile. Tap on the [...] button to the right of the Profile field and locate your backup file. • • • Tap on OK. In the Profile restore screen, click on the (Next) button. Click on Restore Profile to restore the files to your Omnii. 5.13.3 Viewing a Profile To view a profile: • • In the Total Recall home screen, tap on View Profile. Tap on the [...
Chapter 5: Configuration Deleting a Profile • Tap on OK. • Tap on View Details to review your backup files. 5.13.4 Deleting a Profile • In the Total Recall home screen, tap on Delete Profile. • In the next screen, locate your backup file, and tap on OK. A warning pop-up screen appears asking if you’re certain that you want to delete this file. • 164 Tap on Yes to delete the file.
Chapter 5: Configuration TweakIT Settings 5.14 TweakIT Settings This utility allows you to ‘tweak’ or adjust Advanced system settings (interface, network, servers, driver, and radio), User settings (Internet Explorer settings, font size, and docking port message), and provides a Registry Editor. 5.14.1 Advanced 5.14.1.1 Advanced CE Services Settings FTP Server This option is enabled by default to allow file transfers.
Chapter 5: Configuration Advanced 5.14.1.2 Advanced Interface and Network Settings Enable IPv6 This option allows you to enabled Internet Protocol specification, version 6, that has been published to enable 128-bit IP addresses (replacing version 4). Modem Logging When this option is enabled, Omnii 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. 5.14.1.
Chapter 5: Configuration User SNTP (Simple Network Time Protocol) Server The SNTP Server Name typed in this dialog box is used to synchronize Omnii time with the server time. A warm reset must be performed once the server name as been entered. 5.14.2 User 5.14.2.1 User Display Settings User Font Size This option allows you to adjust the size of the font used in the Omnii display: Large, Normal, or Small.
Chapter 5: Configuration Registry Editor 5.14.3 Registry Editor This option is reserved for senior administrators who have a strong understanding of registry keys and values. Warning: Careless registry editing can cause irreversible damage to Omnii.
6 PERIPHERAL DEVICES & ACCESSORIES 6.1 Documents Available. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171 6.2 Keyboard and Keypad Kits. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171 6.3 Pistol Grips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171 6.4 Carrying and Protective Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.4.1 Attaching the Hand Strap - Model No. ST6025 . . . . . . 6.4.2 Attaching the Shoulder Strap - Model No.
6.7.5.5 Spare battery LED does not turn on when a battery is installed. 6.8 Battery Charger (6-Slot) - Model No. ST3006 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8.1 Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8.2 Operator Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8.3 Charge Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8.4 Charging Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.8.5 Troubleshooting .
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Documents Available 6.1 Documents Available Table 6.1 Document Part Numbers Document 6.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Pistol Grips Table 6.3 Pistol Grip Model Numbers Pistol Grip Description Model Number Standard Pod ST6000 Integrated ST6100 Accessory Auto Range ST6400 Note: Prior to installation, make sure the trigger mechanism is securely snapped into the pistol grip body and that the trigger operates properly. The pistol grip is attached to the back of Omnii using the four threaded inserts in the upper part of the Omnii casing (see Figure 6.1).
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Carrying and Protective Accessories 6.4 Carrying and Protective Accessories Note: Omnii Hand-Held Computer is a body worn device, and to maintain compliance with the FCC RF exposure guidelines, use a Psion Teklogix approved carrying case. Use of non-approved accessories may violate FCC RF exposure guidelines. There are a variety of carrying and protective accessories to help the operator work safely and comfortably with Omnii.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Attaching the Shoulder Strap - Model No. ST6030 • Stretch the handstrap toward the base of the hand-held, and hook the clip at the bottom of the handstrap into the slot near the base of the battery pack. Figure 6.2 Attaching the Hand Strap Clip Hand Strap Slot 6.4.2 Attaching the Shoulder Strap - Model No. ST6030 • Attach the shoulder strap clip to the slot at the base of the hand-held (Figure 6.3). Figure 6.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Protective Carrying Case - Model No. ST6090 6.4.3 Protective Carrying Case - Model No. ST6090 A carrying case is available for Omnii to shield the unit from damage. It is equipped with a soft plastic window to protect the unit display and keyboard. A variety of cases are available, depending on the type of end-cap attached to your unit. 6.4.4 Hard Shell Holster - Model No.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Installation—Chargers and Docking Stations Batteries shipped from the factory are charged to approximately 40% of capacity. Lithiumion battery packs must be fully charged before use. These batteries can be charged with a variety of chargers and docking stations. Currently the following are available: • The Snap Module is a mobile adaptor for Omnii. Three models are available—see “Snap Modules” on page 177.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Operator Controls After unpacking your unit: • • 6.5.4 Visually inspect the charger for possible damage. Install the IEC power cord and apply power. Operator Controls Omnii docking stations and chargers have no operator controls. 6.5.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Snap Modules • Model No. ST4005 (USB DE9M variant): through a powered DE9M serial connector it powers and charges the hand-held, and provides communications to tethered devices. The DE9M connector is capable of speeds up to 115,200 kbp. Figure 6.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories AC Wall Adaptor - Model No. ST1050 6.6.2 AC Wall Adaptor - Model No. ST1050 The AC wall adaptor available for your docking station or Snap Module allows you to operate your hand-held using AC power while charging the battery inserted in the unit. Adaptor plugs suitable for use in the following regions are shipped with the AC wall adaptor: United Kingdom, Australia, Europe and North America. Figure 6.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Desktop Docking Stations - Models ST4002 and ST4003 Figure 6.7 Vehicle Power Outlet Adaptor DC Power Plug Adaptor Plug • • • Attach the USB Adaptor to the base of the hand-held. Refer to “Snap Modules” on page 177 if you require further details. Insert the DC power plug on the Vehicle Power Outlet Adaptor into the DC IN port on the USB adaptor. Insert the Vehicle Power Outlet Adaptor plug into automotive power outlet in your vehicle.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Desktop Docking Stations - Models ST4002 and ST4003 The ST4003 desktop docking station additionally provides: • A DE9M serial port (unpowered) and an RJ45 10Base-T Ethernet interface. Both these interfaces are compatible with the USB to Ethernet/serial drivers included in Omnii (see Figure 6.9 on page 182). Figure 6.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Charging a Battery Installed in Omnii Figure 6.9 Back of ST4003 Desktop Docking Station Locking Arm Connector Pins Spare Battery Charge Well DC IN Port RJ45 Ethernet Port Host USB Port Client USB Port DE9M Serial Port 6.7.1 Charging a Battery Installed in Omnii • • Insert the DC power cable to the DC IN port on the desktop docking station. Plug the pronged end of the cable into an AC outlet.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Indicators 6.7.2 Indicators The front-mounted LED on the desktop docking station indicates the spare battery charge status. The LED on Omnii is active even when the hand-held is inserted in a docking station (and in suspend mode) so that the charge status of the battery can be detected easily. Table 6.6 Docking Station Battery Charge LED Behaviour Charge LED Behaviour 6.7.3 Function OFF No battery detected. Solid Green Battery charging complete.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Cleaning the Desktop Docking Station • When the battery has finished charging, the LED turns solid green. • The charge stops when the battery is fully charged and the LED remains green. A full charge will take 3 to 4 hours for a 5000 mAh battery. 6.7.4 Cleaning the Desktop Docking Station Important: Do not immerse the unit in water. Dampen a soft cloth with mild detergent to wipe the unit clean. • • 6.7.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Battery Charger (6-Slot) - Model No. ST3006 6.7.5.4 Spare battery LED is red with a battery installed. • • • Try inserting a battery that is known to be working with another charger. If the charge slot LED continues to show red with the known working battery, the charger is defective and requires service. Your Psion Teklogix battery and desktop docking station are carefully designed for safety and capacity performance in accordance with IEEE 1725.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Installation 6.8.1 Installation The charger can be wall mounted using the wall mount kit (MT2031) or it can be operated on a flat surface. Install the charger in an area that is free from excessive dirt, dust and contaminants. The ambient temperature must be in the range 5°C to 39°C (41°F to 102°F). The charger will not charge batteries outside of this temperature range.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Charging Batteries Table 6.7 Charge Status Indicator LEDs Charge LED Behaviour 6.8.4 Function OFF No battery detected. Solid Green Battery charging complete. Each LED represents 25% battery capacity. Flashing Green Charge in progress. Each LED represents 25% battery capacity. Flashing Yellow Battery is not charging due to out-of-temperature conditions. Solid Red Unable to read battery or non Psion Teklogix battery.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Scanners and Imagers 6.8.5.3 Indicator Does Not Light When Battery Installed • • • • • 6.9 Remove the battery, and clean the contacts on the battery and the charge slot. Reinstall the battery, and check that it is fully seated in the slot. Inspect the charge slot contacts for damage (are they bent, flattened, twisted or broken). Try inserting a battery that you know to be working in the charger slot.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Basic Scanner Operations • • • 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. A scan beam and a warning indicator appear until a successful decode is achieved or six seconds have elapsed. Scanning Techniques • • • • • • • 6.9.3 Fuzzy Logic: reads damaged or low contrast regular 1D bar codes (5 - 55mil) at medium distances (up to 1m).
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Troubleshooting When the scan is successful, the bar code data is displayed on the screen until the scan button (or pistol trigger) is released, but only if “Scan Result” is turned on in the Options tab in the Control Panel>Scanner Settings menu. 6.9.4 Troubleshooting If the scanner is not working, investigate the following: • • • • • • • 6.9.5 Is the unit on? Check that the bar code symbology being scanned is enabled for the hand-held you are using.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Bluetooth Peripherals Note: When scanning multiple bar codes, ensure that all of the desired bar codes are within the field of view of the scanner. It is possible that even when all bar codes are within the field of view, not all of them will be decoded. Only successfully decoded bar codes are passed to the application program. The application program then issues a warning, asking that you scan the missing bar codes.
Chapter 6: Peripheral Devices & Accessories Bluetooth Peripherals • GSM/GPRS universal handset • Bluetooth printer • Bluetooth headset Keep in mind that Bluetooth and IEEE 802.11g radios both operate in the 2.4GHz band. Although Omnii includes features to minimize interference, performance of the system will not be optimal if you use both radios simultaneously.
7 SPECIFICATIONS 7.1 The Omnii XT10 Hand-Held Computer (Model No. 7545XV) . 7.1.1 Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1.2 Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.1.3 Approvals. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7.2 Lithium-ion Smart Battery 5000 mAh (ST3000) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .195 .195 .197 .197 .198 7.3 Wireless Radios. . . . . . . . . . . . .
Chapter 7: Specifications The Omnii XT10 Hand-Held Computer (Model No. 7545XV) 7.1 The Omnii XT10 Hand-Held Computer (Model No. 7545XV) Note: Performance specifications are nominal and subject to change without notice. 7.1.1 Hardware Physical Dimensions • • 100 mm width x 42 mm depth x 230 mm length (3.9 in x 1.6 in x 9 in). Keypad area: 75 mm width x 32 mm depth (2.9 in x 1.3 in). Weight • With battery pack, EV15 imager, and extreme duty display 760 g (26.8 oz.
Chapter 7: Specifications Hardware Vibration: You can set Omnii to vibrate as a result of a successful or unsuccessful bar code scan. Power Management • • • • Battery Pack: lithium-ion 5000 mAh capacity with 8-hour life under normal operating conditions (for battery specifications, see “Lithium-ion Smart Battery 5000 mAh (ST3000)” on page 198). Advanced Smart Battery with gas gauge. 3 power source options: Runs off battery, AC power, or automotive power supplies. Backup power: >5 minutes.
Chapter 7: Specifications Software ESD: +/- 8 kV contact, +/- 15 kV air discharge. 7.1.2 Software Processor and Memory • • • Texas Instruments® OMAP3® Processor 600 MHz RAM: 512 MB SDRAM standard. Flash ROM: 512 MB. Operating System • Microsoft Windows Embedded CE 6.0 Bundled Applications • • • 7.1.3 Internet Explorer 6 Wordpad ActiveSync Approvals Safety: EMC: Laser: Bluetooth: RF: RoHS compliant: IEC 60950-1 FCC Part 15 Class B EN 55022 EN 55024 EN 301 489 IEC 60825-1 Ed. 2.
Chapter 7: Specifications Lithium-ion Smart Battery 5000 mAh (ST3000) 7.2 Lithium-ion Smart Battery 5000 mAh (ST3000) For safety instructions, please see “Lithium-ion Battery Safety Precautions” in the Omnii Hand-Held Computer Regulatory & Warranty Guide (PN 8000191). Parameter 198 Specification Model Number ST3000 Chemistry lithium-ion (Li-Ion) Capacity 5000 mAh nominal at 1000 mA discharge 20°C to 3.0 V (min) Voltage 3.7 V nominal (3.0 V min. to 4.2 V max.
Chapter 7: Specifications Wireless Radios 7.3 Wireless Radios 802.11b/g Radio Parameter Specification Form Factor Embedded surface mount module, 8.2 x 8.4 mm Antenna Port U.FL jack Transmit Power 802.11b/g: 50 mW typical (+17 dBm) Frequency Range 2.400 - 2.4835 GHz Channels 1-11 FCC, 1-13 ETSI RX Sensitivity -86 dBm typ @ 11 Mbps -82 dBm @ 6 Mbps, -69 dBm @ 54 Mbps Data Rates 802.11g: 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 54 Mbps 802.11b: 1, 2, 5.5, 11 Mbps EVM 802.11b: -28 dB typ (16%) 802.
Chapter 7: Specifications Internal Scanners and Imagers Parameter Specification 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 & 3 Mbps 802.11 Coexistence 7.4 Collaborative with 802.11 radio and adaptive frequency hopping. Internal Scanners and Imagers This section lists specifications for the following internal scanners: • • • • • • 200 SE955 Scanners (page 201).
Chapter 7: Specifications SE955 Scanner 7.4.1 SE955 Scanner Parameter SE955 Configuration Decoded Scan Rate 104 (± 12) scans/sec (bidirectional) Scan Angle 47º± 3º default / 35º ± 3º reduced Voltage 3.0-3.6 V± 10%; 5 V± 10% Ambient Light: 10,000 ft. candles Laser Safety IEC 60825 Electrical Safety UL 60950, EN/IEC 60950 EMI/RFI FCC Part 15 Class B, EN 55024/CISPR 22, AS 3548, VCCI Environmental RoHS Compliant 7.4.1.
Chapter 7: Specifications SE1223LR - Long Range (Decoded) Scanner 7.4.2 SE1223LR - Long Range (Decoded) Scanner Parameter 202 SE1223LR Light Source Visible Laser Diode 650 nm Scan Rate 35 (± 5) scans/sec (bi-directional) Scan Angle 23º ± 2º Scan Patterns Linear Minimum Print Contrast Minimum 40% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at 650 nm. Symbologies Supported UPC/EAN, Code 128, Code 39, Code 93, I 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5, Codabar, MSI, UCC/EAN 128, TriOptic Code 39.
Chapter 7: Specifications SE1224HP - High Performance Scanner 7.4.3 SE1224HP - High Performance Scanner Parameter SE1224HP Type Laser Class 2 Light Source Visible Laser Diode 650 nm Scan Rate 35 (± 5) scans/sec (bi-directional) Scan Angle/Field of View 42º (typical), 30º (narrow) Scan Patterns Linear Minimum Print Contrast Minimum 25% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at 650 nm.
Chapter 7: Specifications SE1224HP - High Performance Scanner 7.4.3.
Chapter 7: Specifications SE1524ER – Extended Range Scanner 7.4.4 SE1524ER – Extended Range Scanner Parameter Specification Type Laser Class 2 Light Source Visible Laser Diode 650 nm Scan Rate 35 (±5) scans/sec (bi-directional). Scan Angle/Field of View 13.5° ±0.7° Scan Patterns Linear Minimum Print Contrast Minimum 25% absolute dark/light reflectance measured at 650 nm. Symbologies UPC/EAN, Code 128, UCC.EAN128, RSS, Code 39, Code 93, I 2 of 5, Discrete 2 of 5, Codabar, MSI.
Chapter 7: Specifications SE1524ER – Extended Range Scanner 7.4.4.
Chapter 7: Specifications EV15 Imager 7.4.5 EV15 Imager Parameter Specification Light Source 617 nm highly visible LED Scan Angle 40º Minimum Print Contrast Minimum 25% Minimum X. Dimension 0.
Chapter 7: Specifications 5080 Imager/Decoder 7.4.6 5080 Imager/Decoder Parameter Focal Point - SR 7 inches (17.8 cm) from lens plate Focal Point - SF 4.5 inches (11.4 cm) from lens plate Image Sensor 752 x 480 CMOS sensor Motion Tolerance 4 inches per second Rotational Sensitivity 360° Viewing Angle ±40° Ambient Light Total darkness to 100,000 lux (full sunlight) Illumination LEDs 626 nm ± 30 nm Aiming LEDs: 526 nm ± 30 nm Laser: 650 nm ± 10 nm Input Voltage - Imager 3.
Chapter 7: Specifications 5080 Imager/Decoder 7.4.6.1 5080 Working Range Data is characterized at 23°C (73.4°F) and 0 lux ambient light. Symbology Size (mil) Near Far SR Linear 8.3 (.020cm) 3.5 in. (8.9cm) 7.6 in. (19.3cm) PDF417 10 (.025cm) 3.1 in. (7.9cm) 9 in. (22.9cm) UPC 13 (.033cm) 2.1 in. (5.3cm) 13.2 in. (33.5cm) Data Matrix 15 (.038cm) 2.3 in. (5.8cm) 10.2 in. (25.9cm) QR 15 (.038cm) 3.1 in. (7.9cm) 8.8 in. (22.4cm) MaxiCode 35 (.089cm) 2.0 in. (5.1cm) 13.0 in.
Chapter 7: Specifications Accessories 7.5 Accessories For details about the accessories available with Omnii, please refer to Chapter 6: “Peripheral Devices & Accessories”. AC Wall Adaptor (Model No. ST1050) 12 VDC 2.5 A DC power supply. Carrying Accessories • • • • • Pistol grip. Carrying cases, either functional or non-functional. Hard and soft shell holsters. Hand and wrist straps. Forklift holster.
APPENDIX A PORT PINOUTS A.1 Docking Connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-3 A.2 Battery Contacts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix A: Port Pinouts Docking Connector A.1 Docking Connector The docking interface on the base of Omnii is custom-designed to dock with a device via an array of spring-mounted pins. The following are the pin assignments of the interface. Table A.
Appendix A: Port Pinouts Battery Contacts A.2 Battery Contacts Figure A.1 Battery Contact Pinout 765432 Pin # 1 Signal Name BATT-RAW - A-4 1 Description Positive lead of battery. Plastic Rip - provides mechanical polarity. 2 BATT-RAW Positive lead of battery. 3 BATT-CLK SMBus data clock. 4 BATT-ID 0 Ω to NEG. 5 BATT-DATA SMBus bi-directional data line. 6 GND Negative lead of battery. 7 GND Negative lead of battery.
B APPENDIX WIRELESS ZERO CONFIG B.1 Wireless Information . . . . . . . . . . . . B.1.1 Wireless Statistics Tab . . . . . . B.1.2 Wireless Information Tab. . . . . B.2 Assigning An IP Address . . . . . . . . . . B.2.1 Name Server . . . . . . . . . . . B.3 Advanced Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . B.3.1 Rearranging Preferred Networks . B.3.2 Deleting A Preferred Network . . B.3.3 Changing Network Properties . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix B: Wireless Zero Config Wireless Information B.1 Wireless Information Wireless Zero Config, the Windows native supplicant, can be used to configure the radio. To ensure that Wireless Zero Config is activated, refer to “Wi-Fi Config: Advanced Tab” on page 29. • 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.2, this is labelled as SDIO86861 Figure B.2 802.
Appendix B: Wireless Zero Config Wireless Statistics Tab B.1.1 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.3 Wireless Statistics B.1.
Appendix B: Wireless Zero Config Wireless Information Tab Figure B.4 Wireless Information Tab This tab lists available networks—any access points that are broadcasting an SSID, and it lists preferred networks—networks that you have configured. Since access points are generally secure, they will most likely not be listed here. By default, Omnii attempts to connect to preferred networks.
Appendix B: Wireless Zero Config Wireless Information Tab Important: Keep in mind that Omnii will only communicate with access points that are configured with the same SSID. • Ad Hoc And Infrastructure: If you are using an Infrastructure network—one in which the hand-helds must pass data through an access point—leave the checkbox next to This is an ad hoc network blank.
Appendix B: Wireless Zero Config Wireless Information Tab Figure B.5 Network Key and Key Index • Key Index: This field is used to identify the WEP key. Enter a value from 1 to 4. • Enable 802.1x authentication: 802.1X is the IEEE standard that offers additional security for local area networks. It provides authentication for user devices attached to an Ethernet network, whether wired or wireless. A security protocol packet such as TLS or MD5 encapsulated in an EAP is used in conjunction with the 802.
Appendix B: Wireless Zero Config Assigning An IP Address B.2 Assigning An IP Address If your network is not using a DHCP server, you will need to assign an IP address. Refer to “IP Address” on page 26 for details about assigning an IP address. B.2.1 Name Server Refer to “Name Server” on page 28 for details about this option. B.3 Advanced Features To display the Advanced Wireless Settings dialog box: • Tap on the Advanced button in the Wireless Information tab. (Refer to Figure B.4.
Appendix B: Wireless Zero Config Deleting A Preferred Network B.3.2 Deleting A Preferred Network To delete a network from this list: • • B.3.3 In the preferred networks list, highlight the network you want to remove. Tap on the Delete button. Changing Network Properties To change the properties of an existing preferred network: • • • B-9 Highlight the network that you want to modify. Tap on the Properties button.
C APPENDIX BAR CODE SETTINGS C.1 Bar Code Settings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.1.1 Scanner Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.1.2 Restoring Default Settings . . . . . . . . C.2 Decoded (Internal) Scanners . . . . . . . . . . . . C.2.1 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.2.2 Decoded (Internal) Advanced Options . . C.2.3 Decoded (Internal) 2D Scanning Options C.2.4 Decoded (Internal) Data Options . . . . . C.2.5 Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.2.6 Code 128 . . . . . . . . .
C.3.5 EAN 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.3.6 EAN 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.3.7 UPC A . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.3.8 UPC E Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.3.9 UPC/EAN Shared Settings . . . . . . . . C.3.10 Code 93. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.3.11 Codabar. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.3.12 MSI Plessey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.3.13 Code 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . C.3.14 Interleaved 2 of 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . C.3.
C.4.17 2D QR Code . . . C.4.18 2D Maxicode . . C.4.19 2D Aztec . . . . . C.4.20 Postal: PlaNET. . C.4.21 Postal: PostNET . C.4.22 Postal: Australian C.4.23 Postal: Japanese . C.4.24 Postal: Korean . . C.4.25 Postal: Royal. . . C.4.26 Postal: Kix . . . . C.4.27 Postal: Canadian . C.5 Non-Decoded Scanners . . . C.5.1 Options . . . . . . C.5.2 Code 39 . . . . . . C.5.3 Code 128 . . . . . C.5.4 EAN 13 . . . . . . C.5.5 EAN 8 . . . . . . . C.5.6 UPC A. . . . . . . C.5.7 UPC E . . . . . . . C.5.8 Codabar . . . .
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Scanner Options C.1 Bar Code Settings The Teklogix Scanners icon in the Control Panel provides dialog boxes in which you can tailor bar code scanner configurations 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. For a listing of available scanners and their specifications, please refer to Chapter 7: “Specifications”.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Restoring Default Settings Note: Your Omnii comes preconfigured from the factory for internal scanner types. The type of scanner installed can be determined from the System icon in the Control Panel, under the System Properties tab. Important: To improve the decode speed and performance, enable (set to ‘on’) only those codes that are required by the application. Keep in mind that some bar code types are only available when an internal imaging scanner is installed.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners Options • C.2 Decoded (Internal) Scanners • C.2.1 Choose Default parameter to reset the parameter to the default setting. Tap on the Scanner drop-down menu, and choose Decoded (internal). Options Note: Some options are available only for specific scanners. Refer to the option names in this section for scanner model identification.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners Decoded (Internal) Advanced Options on this parameter, a dialog box is displayed in which you can enter a value of 0 msec, 200 msec or 400 msec. A value of 0 (zero) disables the target dot. 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.).
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners Decoded (Internal) Advanced Options Low Power Timeout To extend laser life, you can select the 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 flashing. This is only used if the unit’s Trigger Mode has been changed to Continuous On.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners Decoded (Internal) 2D Scanning Options Linear security level 3 specifies that code types other than the following must be successfully read twice before being decoded. The following codes must be read three times: Code Type MSI Plessey D 2 of 5 I 2 of 5 Length 4 or less 8 or less 8 or less Linear security level 4 requires that all code types be successfully read three times before being decoded.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners Decoded (Internal) Data Options Double-tapping on these parameters displays dialog boxes in which you can enter a value from 1 to 15. C.2.4 Decoded (Internal) Data Options Transmit Code ID Char A code ID character identifies the scanned bar code type. In addition to any single character prefix already selected, the code ID character is inserted between the prefix and the decoded symbol.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners Code 39 C.2.5 Code 39 Enabled Setting this parameter to on enables “Code 39”. Enable Trioptic Code 39 Note: “Trioptic Code 39” and “Full ASCII” should not be enabled simultaneously. The scanner does not automatically discriminate between these two symbologies. Trioptic Code 39 symbols always contain six characters. Setting this parameter to on allows this type of symbology to be recognized.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners Code 39 Choosing One discrete length allows you to decode only those codes containing a selected length. Choosing Two discrete lengths allows you to decode only those codes containing two selected lengths. Length within a range allows you to decode a code type within a specified range from 2 to 55.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners Code 39 Length Restriction The parameters in this sub-menu allow you to define the length of the bar codes that will be decoded using either the Field Size parameter or the Minimum Size and Maximum Size parameters (see below). The order of operation to either match the Field Size or determine if the length falls between the Minimum Size and Maximum Size is as follows: • • • Strip the leading and trailing characters.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners Code 128 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. C.2.6 Code 128 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 128”. Enable GS1-128/GS1 US Previously UPC/EAN and UCC, the GS1-128/GS1 US types of bar code include group separators and start codes.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners EAN 13 C.2.7 EAN 13 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 13”. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.2.8 EAN 8 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 8”. EAN-8 Zero Extend When this parameter is enabled, five leading zeros are added to decoded EAN-8 symbols, making them compatible in format to EAN-13 symbols. Disabling this parameter returns EAN-8 symbols to their normal format.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners UPC E Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.2.10 UPC E Enabled UPC-E Set this parameter to on to allow “UPC E” bar code scans. Enabled UPC-E1 Set this parameter to on to allow “UPC-E1” (zero suppressed) bar code scans. UPC-E and UPC-E1 Check Digit If you enable one or both of these parameters, a check digit is included with the decoded bar code data.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners UPC/EAN Shared Settings C.2.11 UPC/EAN Shared Settings The parameters you set here are a shared across all available UPC and EAN bar codes. Enable Bookland EAN Setting this parameter to on allows your scanner to recognize Bookland EAN bar codes. Supplementals Supplementals are additionally appended characters (2 or 5). Double-tapping this parameter displays a list of options.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners Code 93 C.2.12 Code 93 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 93”. 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).
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners MSI Plessey that falls within a specified range (e.g. between 10 and 15 characters). The minimum and maximum values for the range are 5 and 55, respectively. 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.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners Interleaved 2 of 5 Check Digits Double-tapping on this parameter displays a dialog box in which you can choose One or Two check digit(s). If this parameter is set to One, it is assumed that the last digit is a check digit. If “Check Digits” is set to Two, it is assumed that the last two digits are check digits. Note: If Two check digits is selected, an MSI Plessey “Check Digit Algorithm” must also be selected. See below for details.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners Discrete 2 of 5 that falls within a specified range (e.g. between 10 and 15 characters). The minimum and maximum values for the range are 4 and 14, respectively. Check Digit Verification When enabled, this parameter checks the integrity of an I 2 of 5 symbol to ensure it complies with a specified algorithm: either USS (Uniform Symbology Specification) or OPCC (Optical Product Code Council).
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners RSS Code (Reduced Space Symbology) Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.2.17 RSS Code (Reduced Space Symbology) Enable Setting any of these parameters to on enables “2D RSS Code” scanning capability.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Internal) Scanners PDF-417 A composite symbol includes multi-row 2D components making it compatible with linear and area CCD scanners along with linear and rastering laser scanners. The options available for this parameter represent multi-level components of a composite symbol. Enable CC-C and Enable CC-AB To activate these components, set the parameters to on. Enable TLC-39 This composite component integrates MicroPDF417 with the linear code.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Decoded (ISCP) Options If Code 128 Emulation is set to off, the Micro PDF-417 symbols are transmitted with one of the following prefixes: ]L3 if the first codeword is 903-907, 912, 914, 915 ]L4 if the first codeword is 908 or 909 ]L5 if the first codeword is 910 or 911 Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.3 Decoded (Intermec ISCP) • C.3.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Decoded (ISCP) Advanced Options C.3.2 Decoded (ISCP) Advanced Options Continuous Scan Mode Setting this parameter to on keeps the laser on and continuously decoding as long as the scanner button is pressed and held down. Minimum Cancel Time The value assigned to this parameter determines the time delay before the scanner is turned off, once the scanner trigger or button is released.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Code 39 Add AIM ID Prefix The AIM ID (Association for Automatic Identification and Mobility) is an international bar code identifier. When this parameter is enabled, the AIM ID is inserted at the beginning of the decoded bar code. C.3.3 Code 39 Enable Setting this parameter to on enables “Code 39”. Full ASCII If this parameter is enabled, the characters +, %, and / are used as escape characters.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Code 128 Transmit Check Digit If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled. Minimum Length Minimum lengths for the bar code can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s). Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.3.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Code 128 Enable ISBT 128 To successfully scan this type of bar code (International Society of Blood Transfusion), this option must be set to on. If you enable this type of bar code, Code 128/EAN 128 is deactivated to avoid any confusion. ISBT Concat Transmit The codes are not concatenated by default. You need to choose one of the options provided for this parameter to send concatenated code.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec ISCP) EAN 13 C.3.5 EAN 13 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 13”. ISBN Conversion When this parameter (International Standard Book Number) is enabled, the first 3 characters (‘978’) are ignored and the checksum (0.9, ‘X’) is calculated on the remaining characters. Transmit Check Digit If the check digit is to be transmitted with the data, this parameter must be enabled. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.3.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec ISCP) UPC E Settings Transmit Number System If this parameter is enabled, the number system digit is transmitted with the decoded bar code data. Convert To EAN 13 If this parameter is enabled, a UPC A bar code is converted to EAN 13. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.3.8 UPC E Settings Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC E”.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Code 93 Addendum An addendum is a separate bar code, supplementary to the main bar code. This parameter provides two options: Not Required but Transmitted if Read or Required and Transmitted. • Double-tap on Addendum to display a dialog box listing your options. • Highlight an item, and tap on OK. When “Addendum” is set to Not Required but Transmitted if Read, the scanner searches for an addendum and if one exists, appends it to the main bar code.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Codabar 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 C-14 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.3.11 Codabar Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Codabar”.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec ISCP) MSI Plessey Set Length L1, Set Length L2, and Set Length L3 Lengths for “Codabar” can be set from 0 to 255. The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s). Double-tapping on these parameters displays dialog boxes where you can define the code length that will be recognized by your scanner. Length Mode You can choose to set L1 as Minimum Length or L1,L2,L3 as Fixed Length.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Code 11 Plessy Minimum Length Minimum lengths for the Plessy 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 C-14 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.3.13 Code 11 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 11”.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Matrix 2 of 5 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. Check Digit Verification The available options for this parameter are Disabled, MOD 10 Check and French CIP. “Check Digit Verification” uses the specified algorithm of the option you've chosen to ensure the integrity of the symbol data before transmitting.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Discrete 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). Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.3.16 Discrete 2 of 5 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Discrete 2 of 5”.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Telepen Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.3.17 Telepen Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Telepen”. Format This parameter allows you to set the bar code character format to either ASCII or Numeric. 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.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec ISCP) Composite Enable RSS Expanded ‘RSS Expanded” uses the same application identifiers as UCC/EAN-128 codes but they can be split into sections and stacked several rows high, reducing the length of the symbol, while increasing the capacity of data that can be stored. “RSS Expanded” code can be omni-directionally scanned. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec ISCP) TLC-39 C.3.20 TLC-39 Enabled This composite component integrates MicroPDF417 with the linear Code 39 symbol. Setting this parameter to on enables this parameter. Linear Transmission Only When Linear Transmission Only is enabled, only the linear portion of the composite bar code is transmitted when scanned. Security Level This parameter is used to differentiate between TLC-39 and standard Code 39.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Decoded (Intermec 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.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Imager Imager Options C.4 Imager • C.4.1 Tap on the Scanner drop-down menu, and choose Imager. Imager Options TekImager Enabled Setting this option to on enables the imager installed in your hand-held. Continuous Scan Mode Setting this parameter to on keeps image capture active and continuously decoding as long as the scanner button is pressed and held down. Center Barcode Only Note: This parameter must be disabled when reading Composite bar codes.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Imager Imager Advanced Options Barcodes Must Decode This parameter specifies the minimum number of bar codes that the imager must decode in order to report success. Note: This number must be less than the number of bar codes assigned to Max Number Barcodes. The driver validates and reassigns the value if necessary. Window Width “Window Width” determines the width of the captured image in pixels.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Imager Imager Advanced Options Min Scan Duration This parameter defines the minimum amount of time in seconds that the imager will scan when the trigger is pressed and held down without successful decode. Note: The actual scan duration when the trigger is pressed relies on the value assigned to “Captures Per HW Trigger”, below.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Imager Imager Advanced Options Max Gain, Max Integration and Max Illumination Important: These parameter values should only be changed by qualified Psion Teklogix personnel. These parameters represent internal values used by the 2D imager. The “Auto Exposure” parameter automatically adjusts the Max Gain, Max Integration and Max Illumination parameters to produce the best bar code read.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Imager Code 39 C.4.3 Code 39 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 39”. Full ASCII If this parameter is enabled, the characters +, %, and / are used as escape characters. The combination of an escape character and the next character is converted to an equivalent ASCII character. Check Digit Verification When this parameter is enabled, the integrity of a “Code 39” symbol is checked to ensure that it complies with specified algorithms.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Imager EAN 13 C.4.5 EAN 13 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 13”. Addendum An addendum is a separate bar code, supplementary to the main bar code. This parameter provides three options: Disabled, Optional and Required. Depending on the value chosen for this parameter, an addendum is recognized or ignored. • Double-tap on Addendum to display a dialog box listing your options. • Highlight an item, and tap on OK.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Imager UPC E Addendum Refer to “Addendum” on page C-47. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.4.8 UPC E Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC E”. Addendum Refer to “Addendum” on page C-47. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.4.9 Code 93 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 93”. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Imager Interleaved 2 of 5 C.4.11 Interleaved 2 of 5 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Interleaved 2 of 5”. Check Digit Verification When enabled, this parameter checks the integrity of an I 2 of 5 symbol to ensure it complies with a specified algorithm—either USS (Uniform Symbology Specification) or OPCC (Optical Product Code Council). Include Check If this parameter is enabled, the check digit is transmitted along with the I 2 of 5 symbol.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Imager PDF-417 Important: To successfully read this type of bar code, the two types of symbologies included in the composite must be enabled. In addition, “Center Barcode Only” must be disabled (see page C-42). C.4.14 PDF-417 Enabled Setting this parameter to on enables PDF-417 two dimensional (2D) coding. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.4.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Imager 2D QR Code Rectangular Enabling this parameter allows the imager to recognize rectangular (as opposed to square) symbols. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.4.17 2D QR Code Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “2D QR Code”.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Imager 2D Aztec C.4.19 2D Aztec Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Aztec”. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.4.20 Postal: PlaNET Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: PlaNET”. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.4.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Imager Postal: Japanese Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.4.23 Postal: Japanese Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Japanese”. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.4.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Non-Decoded Scanners Postal: Kix C.4.26 Postal: Kix Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Kix”. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.4.27 Postal: Canadian Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Canadian”. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Non-Decoded Scanners Options All the available bar code symbologies for this type of scanner can be selected in this tab. A ‘plus’ sign (+) to the left of the menu item indicates that a sub-menu of parameters is attached. • • Tap on the + sign to display the sub-menu. To change a parameter value, double-tap on the parameter. If you need to type a value, a dialog box is displayed in which you can type a new value.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Non-Decoded Scanners Code 39 Security This parameter controls the tolerance for decoding edge-to-edge bar codes (Code 93, Code 128, UPC/EAN). Lower values have a lower tolerance for misreads, but they also increase the time it takes to decode the bar code. The default value of 30 is generally a good compromise setting. C.5.2 Code 39 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 39”.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Non-Decoded Scanners Code 128 • Double-tap on MOD Checks to display your options. • Tap on a check digit to highlight it, and tap on OK. If you choose None, a check is not executed. Transmit Code ID Char A code ID character identifies the scanned bar code type. In addition to any single character prefix already selected, the code ID character is inserted between the prefix and the decoded symbol. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Non-Decoded Scanners EAN 13 UCC 128 UCC 128 is a variation of “Code 128”. EAN/UCC 128 To successfully scan this type of bar code, “EAN/UCC 128” must be enabled. “EAN/UCC” bar codes include group separators and start codes. Transmit Code ID Char A code ID character identifies the scanned bar code type. In addition to any single character prefix already selected, the code ID character is inserted between the prefix and the decoded symbol.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Non-Decoded Scanners EAN 8 An addendum is a separate bar code, supplementary to the main bar code. This parameter provides three options: Disabled, Optional and Required. Depending on the value chosen for this parameter, an addendum is recognized or ignored. • Double-tap on Addendum to display a dialog box listing your options. • Highlight an item, and tap on OK. When “Addendum” is set to Disabled the scanner does not recognize an addendum.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Non-Decoded Scanners UPC A Transmit Code ID Char A code ID character identifies the scanned bar code type. In addition to any single character prefix already selected, the code ID character is inserted between the prefix and the decoded symbol. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.5.6 UPC A Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC A”.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Non-Decoded Scanners Codabar Convert to UPC-A Setting this parameter to on results in a non-standard decoding that returns 12 digits from the 6 digit UPC E bar code. Include Number Sys If this parameter is enabled, the number system digit is included with the decoded bar code data. Include Check When enabled, the check digit is included with the decoded bar code data.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Non-Decoded Scanners Code 93 Transmit Code ID Char A code ID character identifies the scanned bar code type. In addition to any single character prefix already selected, the code ID character is inserted between the prefix and the decoded symbol. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.5.9 Code 93 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 93”.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Non-Decoded Scanners Interleaved 2 of 5 • Highlight the check digit you want to use, and tap on OK. If this parameter set to One Check Digit, it is assumed that the last digit is a check digit. If this parameter is set to Two Check Digits, it is assumed that the last two digits are check digits. Transmit Code ID Char A code ID character identifies the scanned bar code type.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Non-Decoded Scanners MSI Plessey Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.5.12 MSI Plessey Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “MSI Plessey”. One Check Digit If this parameter is enabled, it is assumed that the last digit is a check digit. Include Check If this parameter is enabled, the check digit is included with the decoded bar code data. Transmit Code ID Char A code ID character identifies the scanned bar code type.
Appendix C: Bar Code Settings Non-Decoded Scanners IATA 2 of 5 Transmit Code ID Char A code ID character identifies the scanned bar code type. In addition to any single character prefix already selected, the code ID character is inserted between the prefix and the decoded symbol. Length Restriction Refer to “Length Restriction” on page C-14 for details. Add/Remove Data Refer to “Add/Remove Data” on page C-14 for details. C.5.14 IATA 2 of 5 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “IATA 2 of 5”.
D APPENDIX TEKLOGIX IMAGERS APPLET D.1 Required Applets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D-5 D.2 Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.2.1 Predefined Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.2.2 Bar Code Predefined Presets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.2.2.1 Bar Code Decoding Symbology Predefined Presets D.2.3 Bar Code Decoding Camera Predefined Presets . . . . . . . D.2.4 Image Capture Predefined Presets . . .
D.4.14 Filter Tab – Manipulating Bar Code Data . . D.4.14.1 Modifying a Bar Code Setting . . . D.4.15 Translation Tab – Configuring Rules . . . . D.4.16 Advanced Tab . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.4.16.1 File Locations for Captured Images D.4.16.2 Configuring Triggers . . . . . . . . D.5 Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions . . . . . . . . . D.5.1 Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.5.2 Code 39 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.5.3 Trioptic Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . D.5.
D.5.30 2D Maxicode . . D.5.31 2D Aztec. . . . . D.5.32 Postal: PlaNET . D.5.33 Postal: PostNET . D.5.34 Postal: Australian D.5.35 Postal: Canadian . D.5.36 Postal: China. . . D.5.37 Postal: Japanese . D.5.38 Postal: Kix . . . . D.5.39 Postal: Korean . . D.5.40 Postal: Royal. . . D.5.41 VeriCode® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Required Applets The Teklogix Imagers applet is used to create, modify, delete, and activate imager settings. The principal uses of the application are to decode bar codes and to capture images. This imager services application is used for cameras and imagers to configure linear (1D), stacked linear, matrix (true 2D) and postal bar codes. A Demonstration Application is provided to demonstrate how the imager works. Refer to “Demo” on page 65 for details. D.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Predefined Presets • Imaging for photo capture. • Imaging for bar code decoding. • Symbology selection. At any time, only one preset of each type can be designated as the user-selected active preset. D.2.1 Predefined Presets Predefined presets are built into the imaging software and cannot be changed. The predefined presets allow you to use the imager to perform specified tasks without having to understand and set numerous variables.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Decoding Camera Predefined Presets Linear and PDF417 This preset enables the decoding of all the 1D and PDF symbologies that the imager can decode. Matrix This preset enables the decoding of all 2D symbologies that the imager can decode. Postal This preset enables the decoding of all the postal symbologies that the imager can decode. D.2.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Using the Teklogix Imagers Applet Default This preset works in a wide range of conditions. It is optimized for a normal office lighting (about 300 Lux). Motion This preset uses a shorter exposure time so as to freeze motion. Low light near This preset is designed for dark conditions, it uses a longer exposure time and includes the flash. D.3 Using the Teklogix Imagers Applet D.3.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Selecting a Camera Figure D.1 Imaging Tab This window lists all the presets, both predefined and custom. Presets are identified as follows: • • • D.3.2 Predefined presets are marked as ‘R’ read-only. Custom presets are marked as ‘RW’ read and write. One preset—either predefined or custom—is marked as ‘A’ active. Selecting a Camera To select a camera: • • D.3.3 Tap on the Camera Presets drop-down menu to view the camera options.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Creating a Custom Preset The associated preset window is displayed. • D.3.5 Tap on the + sign to expand the lists so that you can view the parameter settings. Creating a Custom Preset A new custom preset is created by modifying a preset—either a predefined preset or an existing custom preset. To create a custom preset: • Highlight a preset, and tap on the Add button. A screen like the sample below is displayed. • Type the name of the new preset in the dialog box.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Modifying a Custom Preset D.3.6 Modifying a Custom Preset The parameter values in a custom preset can be modified. It is recommended that very few changes be made to a custom preset. To ensure that it will work reliably, it should be as close as possible to the original predefined preset. To change a parameter value: • Highlight the custom preset, and tap on the Edit button. • • • Tap on the + symbols to expand the lists so that you can view the parameter settings.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Removing a Custom Preset • For a parameter that toggles between two values such as on or off and enabled or disabled: - Highlight the parameter and then press the [SPACE] key, or double-click on the parameter. Either method toggles between the two available values. • When you’ve completed your edits, tap on OK. The parameter list is displayed; the new value for the changed parameter is shown. • D.3.7 Tap on OK to exit to the preset list and save the changes.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Selecting a Camera This window lists all the presets, both predefined and the custom. Presets are identified as follows: • • • • Predefined presets are marked as read-only. For a description, review “Predefined Presets” on page D-6. Predefined presets are marked as ‘R’ read-only. Custom presets are marked as ‘RW’ read and write. One preset—either predefined or custom—is marked as ‘A’ active.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Creating a Custom Preset • D.4.4 Tap on the + sign to expand one of the lists so that you can view the parameter settings. Creating a Custom Preset A new custom preset is created by modifying a preset—either a predefined preset or an existing custom preset. To create a custom preset: • Highlight a preset, and tap on the Add button. A screen like the sample following is displayed. • Type the name of the new preset in the dialog box. • Tap on OK to save your changes.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Modifying a Custom Preset D.4.5 Modifying a Custom Preset The parameter values in a custom preset can be modified. It is recommended that very few changes be made to a custom preset. To ensure that it will work reliably, it should be as close as possible to the original predefined preset. To change a parameter value: • Highlight the custom preset, and tap on the Edit button. • • • Tap on the + symbols to expand the lists and view the parameter settings.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Removing a Custom Preset - Highlight the parameter and then press the [SPACE] key, or double-click on the parameter. Either method toggles between the two available values. • When you’ve completed your edits, tap on OK. The parameter list is displayed; the new value for the changed parameter is shown. • D.4.6 Tap on OK to exit to the preset list and save the changes.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Setting the Active Preset D.4.8 Setting the Active Preset An active preset has an A to the right; in Figure D.3 on page 16, the active preset is Default. To set an active preset: • D.4.9 Highlight the preset, and tap on the Activate button. Viewing a Preset To view the parameter settings in a preset: • Highlight a preset, and tap on the View button. The associated preset window is displayed.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Creating a Custom Preset • Tap on the + sign to expand one of the lists so that you can view the parameter settings. D.4.10 Creating a Custom Preset A new custom preset is created by modifying a preset—either a predefined preset or an existing custom preset. To create a custom preset: • Highlight a preset, and tap on the Add button. A screen like the sample following is displayed. • Type the name of the new preset in the dialog box. • Tap on OK to save your changes.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Modifying a Custom Preset D.4.11 Modifying a Custom Preset The parameter values in a custom preset can be modified. It is recommended that very few changes be made to a custom preset. To ensure that it will work reliably, it should be as close as possible to the original predefined preset. To change a parameter value: • Highlight the custom preset, and tap on the Edit button. • • • Tap on the + symbols to expand the lists and view the parameter settings.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Removing a Custom Preset - Highlight the parameter and then press the [SPACE] key, or double-click on the parameter. Either method toggles between the two available values. • When you’ve completed your edits, tap on OK. The parameter list is displayed; the new value for the changed parameter is shown. • Tap on OK to exit to the preset list and save the changes. D.4.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Filter Tab – Manipulating Bar Code Data D.4.14.1 Modifying a Bar Code Setting The rules for manipulating data from selected bar code symbologies can be modified. To change the settings for a symbology: • • • Tap on the + symbols to expand the lists and view the parameter settings. Scroll through the parameter list until you reach the parameter that you want to change.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Translation Tab – Configuring Rules - Highlight the parameter and then press the [SPACE] key, or double-click the parameter. The following screen is displayed: • When you’ve completed your edits, tap on OK. D.4.15 Translation Tab – Configuring Rules Translation rules enable the automatic processing of bar code data. Up to 10 cases can be defined, each consisting of up to 10 sequential rules.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Advanced Tab D.4.16 Advanced Tab D.4.16.1 File Locations for Captured Images To configure the location for saved images, open the dialog box as follows: • • Tap on Start>Settings>Control Panel. Tap on the Teklogix Imagers icon, and then tap on the Advanced tab. To define the location where imager files will be stored: • Tap on the File Location button.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Advanced Tab • • • Type the file Name, choose the Folder and file Type. Choose the Location in which your files will be saved. When you have completed all the changes, tap on the Save button. D.4.16.2 Configuring Triggers Viewing the Trigger Configuration The trigger on Omnii is configured using the Manage Triggers applet. The Teklogix Imagers applet provides a shortcut to the Manage Triggers applet. • • D-24 In the Advanced tab, tap on the Trigger Control button.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions Options Adding, Editing and Removing Triggers For instruction about adding, editing and removing triggers, refer to “Manage Triggers” on page 104. D.5 Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions To view all symbologies available for the imager: • Tap on the Barcoding tab, and tap on All. Note: Remember that if you want to edit the symbologies, the preset you want to change must be active.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions Code 39 Max Number of Auto Retry The value assigned for this parameter governs the number of times the imager will attempt to capture a bar code if the first attempt fails to a maximum of 99 times. Decoder Timeout This parameter determines the maximum time that the decoder will spend searching for barcode on captured image. The value assigned here is dependent on the type of bar code and quality of the image being capture.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions Trioptic Code part of the code, the code is not output. Keep in mind the parity character may not be part of your output setup; in this case, this parameter should be turned off. Check Char Strip If this parameter is set to on, check characters – if present – are not output. Concatenation When Concatenation is set to on, all decoded “Code 39” symbols with a SPACE as the first data character are concatenated to the internal buffer.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions EAN 13 Minimum and Maximum Length 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 screens in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 0 to 80. D.5.5 EAN 13 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “EAN 13”.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions UPC-A Supplements 2 and Supplements 5 Supplements are additions to EAN/UPC codes. These addendums can be 2 or 5 characters in length. Usually, data from an addendum is a suffix to the main symbol output data. Mandatory Enabled When this parameter is set to on, the imager does not accept the main bar code without a supplement.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions UPC-E Settings D.5.8 UPC-E Settings Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “UPC E”. Enabled UPC-E1 Set this parameter to on to allow “UPC-E1” (zero suppressed) bar code scans. Expand This parameter expands the UPC-E code to a 12 digit UPC-A format. Check Digit Strip If you enable this parameter, a check digit is stripped from the decoded bar code data.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions Code 93 D.5.10 Code 93 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 93”. Minimum and Maximum Length 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 a screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 0 to 80. D.5.11 Codabar Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Codabar”.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions MSI Plessey Minimum and Maximum Length 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 a screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 2 to 60. D.5.12 MSI Plessey Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable MSI. Enable Plessey Set this parameter to on to enable Plessey.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions Interleaved 2 of 5 Minimum and Maximum Length 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 a screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1 to 80. D.5.14 Interleaved 2 of 5 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Interleaved 2 of 5”.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions Discrete 2 of 5 Minimum and Maximum Length 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 a screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1 to 48. D.5.17 Discrete 2 of 5 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Discrete 2 of 5”.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions Posi Code (Reduced Space Symbology) Minimum and Maximum Length 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 a screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 4 to 74. D.5.20 Posi Code (Reduced Space Symbology) Enable Setting this parameter to on enables “Posi Code” scanning capability.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions 2D PDF-417 D.5.23 2D PDF-417 Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “2D PDF-417”. Minimum and Maximum Length 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 a screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1 to 2750. D.5.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions Codablock encoded into two to eight rows. Each row is divided by a separator bar. The top and bottom of the symbol also have separator bars that extend to the ends of the minimum quiet zones. Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Code 49”. Minimum and Maximum Length The length of a code refers to the number of characters (i.e., human readable characters), including check digit(s).
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions 2D Maxicode Minimum and Maximum Length 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 a screen in which you can set the minimum and maximum allowable code lengths – 1 to 3500. D.5.30 2D Maxicode Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “2D Maxicode”.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions Postal: PostNET D.5.33 Postal: PostNET Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: PostNET”. Check Digit Strip If you enable this parameter, a check digit is stripped from the decoded bar code data. D.5.34 Postal: Australian Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Australian”. D.5.35 Postal: Canadian Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Canadian”. D.5.
Appendix D: Teklogix Imagers Applet Bar Code Symbologies – Descriptions Postal: Royal D.5.40 Postal: Royal Enabled Set this parameter to on to enable “Postal: Royal”. D.5.41 VeriCode® Enabled VeriCode is a 2D omni-directional symbol. To read this symbol, set this parameter to on.
INDEX Numbers 1D internal scanner 189, 190 2D Aztec C-52, B-38 2D Data Matrix C-50, B-37 2D imager 190 2D Maxicode C-51, B-38 2D PDF-417 B-36 2D QR Code C-51, B-37 2D UPC Half Block Stitching C-18 36-key keyboard alpha keys, accessing 42 uppercase letters, creating 43 5080 imager specifications 208 7545 Model See Omnii 195 802.
Index Decoding symbology predefined presets D-6 displaying type of bar code 153 parameters 150, C-5 Security C-56 symbologies Codabar C-19, C-33, C-48, C-61, B-31 Code 11 C-35, C-62, B-32 Code 128 C-15, C-46, C-57 Code 39 C-46, C-56 Code 93 C-19, C-32, C-48, C-62, B-31 Discrete 2 of 5 C-22, C-37, C-64, B-34 EAN 13 C-16, C-30, C-47, C-58 EAN 8 C-16, C-30, C-47, C-59 IATA 2 of 5 C-65, B-33 Interleaved 2 of 5 C-21, C-35, C-49, C-63, B-33 Matrix 2 of 5 C-36, B-33 MSI Plessey C-20, C-34, C-64, B-32 UPC A C-16,
Index Codablock C-41, B-37 Code 11 C-35, C-62, B-32 Code 128 C-15, C-28, C-46, C-57 Code 128 Emulation C-24, C-41 Code 16K B-36 Code 32, Convert To C-12 Code 32 Prefix C-12 Code 39 C-12, C-27, C-56 Code 49 B-36 Code 93 C-19, C-32, C-48, C-62, B-31 cold reset 74 Command Prompt 64 Composite C-23, C-39, C-49, B-35 computer hardware properties 122 Concatenation B-27, B-31 console (bootloader) 17, 74 console (cold reset) 74 Constant Illumination C-45 Continuous Scan Mode C-8, C-26, C-42 Control Panel accessing
Index scanner trigger 152 Double-Click, Manage Triggers menu 105 Double-Tap (stylus settings) 121 Dr, Debug 138 E EAN/UCC 128 C-58 EAN 13 C-16, C-30, C-47, C-58 EAN 8 C-16, C-30, C-47, C-59 EAN-8 Zero Extend C-16 ECI Decoder C-11 Enable AIM Output (Telepen) B-34 Enable Bookland (UPC-EAN) C-18 Enable Bookland EAN C-58 Enable CC-AB C-24, C-39 Enable CC-C C-24, C-39 Enable Plessy C-34 Enable RSS-14 C-23, C-38 Enable RSS Expanded C-23, C-39 Enable RSS Limited C-23, C-38 Enable TLC-39 C-24 Error Accept C-56 Er
Index Include Number Sys C-60, C-61 Include Sym (Code 128) C-57 indicators 802.
Index Predefined preset D-8 Low power Predefined preset D-7 Low Power Timeout C-9, C-26 M Macro keys 36-key keyboard 42 59-key keyboard 42 accessing 42 executing a macro 98 Macros menu, accessing 97 recording and saving 97 maintenance 50 Manage Triggers 104 Mandatory Enabled B-28 Matrix Predefined preset D-7 Matrix 2 of 5 C-36, B-33 Max Gain (Imager) C-45 Max Illumination (Imager) C-45 Maximum Length B-27, B-28 Maximum Size C-14 Max Integration (Imager) C-45 Max Number Barcodes C-42 memory card creating p
Index mounting 148 PDF-417 C-24, C-40, C-50 PDF and linear Predefined preset D-7 Pharmaceutical B-27 pinouts A-1 pistol grip, installing 171 Plessey Maximum Length B-32 Plessey Minimum Length B-32 Plessy Transmit Check Digit C-34 pocket PC compatibility 81 port pinouts A-1 Port Replicator Port A (COM5 ) Trigger On Sequence 159 Port Replicator Port A (COM5) settings 157 Port Replicator Port settings Baud 158 Data Bits 158 Parity 158 Stop Bits 158 ports internal scanner 200 parameters 157 Posi Code B-35 Post
Index Remote Desktop Connection 64, 81 Repeat Delay (between key repeats) 94 Repeat Rate (of key repeats) 94 Repeat tab (key repeat settings) 94 resetting Omnii bootloader 17, 74 cold reset 74 hard reset 17 warm reset 17, 74 Restrictions (PsionVU settings) 117 RSS Code C-23, C-38, C-49 Run (Start Menu) 68 S safety instructions battery charger 175 scanner 188 safety warning, scanner 188 Same Read Timeout C-26 Same Read Validate C-26 Scan Angle C-10 Scan Data Format C-11 Scan Indicator 153 SCAN Key 38 Scan
Index Linear Security Level C-9 Low Power Timeout C-9, C-26 Max Number Barcodes C-42 Micro PDF-417 C-24, C-40, C-50 Minimum Cancel Time C-8, C-26 NOTIS Editing C-20 One Check Digit C-21, C-64 one dimensional (1D) internal scanner 189, 190 Parameter Scanning C-9, C-26 PDF-417 C-24, C-40 ports parameters 157 Port Replicator Port A (COM5) 157 Postal PlaNET C-52 PostNET C-52 Royal C-53 Prefix C-11 Raster Expand Rate C-10 Raster Height C-10 rectangular C-51 RSS Code C-23, C-38, C-49 safety warnings 188 Scan Dat
Index SE955 specifications 201 Security C-56 Security Level C-18 Security Level (TLC-39) C-40 See Symbol 39 Set Length L1 C-12 Set Length L2 C-12 Settings Control Panel 68 Network and Dial-up connections 68 Run 68 Taskbar and Start Menu 68 Shell Settings (PsionVU settings) 115 Shell Switch application 60 SHIFT Key 37 Short Code C-55 Shutdown Suspend 69 Shutdown (Start Menu) 69 signal quality, 802.
Index TekTerm application 81 Telepen C-38, B-34 themes, desktop 117 TLC-39 C-40, B-35 Total Recall backup Profile, creating 160 backup Profile, restoring 163 view Profile 163 touch pen, using 55 touchscreen recalibration 44, 121 stylus, using 55 touch pen, using 55 Translations parameters (bar codes) 154 Transmit Check Digit C-28, C-30, C-31, C-33, C-34, C-35, C-36, C-37 Transmit Check Digit (I 2 of 5) C-22 Transmit Check Digit (MSI Plessey) C-21 Transmit Code 1D Char C-11, C-57, C-58, C-59, C-60, C-61, C-