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Page 3 ® PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 72-63154-01 Revision A July 2003...
Page 4 The software is provided strictly on an “as is” basis. All software, including firmware, furnished to the user is on a licensed basis. Symbol grants to the user a non-transferable and non-exclusive license to use each software or firmware program delivered hereunder (licensed program).
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Symbol Support Center ........
Page 6 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Starting the Terminal............1-19 Calibrating the Screen .
Page 7 Contents Selecting Text ............2-28 Selecting Writing .
Page 8 Symbol Settings ........
Page 9 Contents Communication Setup ............4-9 Using the Serial Charging Cable .
Page 10 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Chapter 7. Applications Introduction ..............7-3 Calendar .
Page 11 Contents Using Pocket Internet Explorer ..........7-36 Browsing the Web .
Page 12 Maintaining the PPT 8800........
Page 13 Contents Appendix D. Keypad Maps Introduction ..............D-1 Keypads .
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Page 15: About This Guide
About This Guide Introduction The PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide provides information about the PPT 8800 Series terminal using the Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 Operating System, and its accessories. The PPT 8800 Series includes the following variations of the terminal: •...
Page 16: Notational Conventions
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide • Chapter 5, Spectrum24 Network Configuration describes how to configure the Spectrum24 wireless connection. • Chapter 6, AirBEAM Smart explains how to set up your terminal to synchronize with a server using the AirBEAM Client and AirBEAM Staging applications.
Page 17: Related Material
Call the Support Center from a phone near the scanning equipment so that the service person can try to talk you through your problem. If the equipment is found to be working properly and the problem is symbol readability, the Support Center will request samples of your bar codes for analysis at our plant.
Page 18: Symbol Support Center
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Note: Symbol Technologies is not responsible for any damages incurred during shipment if the approved shipping container is not used. Shipping the units improperly can possibly void the warranty. If the original shipping container was not kept, contact Symbol to have another sent to you.
Page 19 Kerkplein 2, 7051 CX Symbol Technologies Norway Postbus 24 7050 AA Hoybratenveien 35 C Varsseveld, Netherlands N-1055 OSLO, Norway 315-271700 (Inside Netherlands) +31-315-271700 (Outside Netherlands) Symbol’s repair depot and shipping address: Symbol Technologies Norway Enebakkveien 123 N-0680 OSLO, Norway +47 2232 4375 xvii...
Page 20 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide South Africa Spain/España Symbol Technologies Africa Inc. Symbol Technologies S.L. Block B2 C/ Peonias, 2 Rutherford Estate Edificio Piovera Azul 1 Scott Street 28042 Madrid, Spain Waverly 2090 Johannesburg...
Page 21 Chapter 1 Getting Started Chapter Contents Introduction ..............1-3 Unpacking the Terminal .
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Page 23: Chapter 1. Getting Started
• Quick Reference Guide. Inspect the equipment for damage. If you are missing any equipment or if you find any damaged equipment, contact the Symbol Technologies Support Center immediately. See page xvi for contact information.
Page 24: Parts Of The Terminal
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Parts of the Terminal Scan LED Exit Window LCD Display Right Scan Trigger Keypad (Standard 6-key shown) Figure 1-1. Front View...
Page 25 Getting Started Stylus Silo Handstrap Connector Infrared (IR) Port Battery Compartment Speaker Reset Button Left Scan Trigger Serial/USB Port Tether Microphone Battery Cover Locking Screw Handstrap Connectors Figure 1-2. Back View...
Page 26: Accessories
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Accessories • Spare standard lithium-ion battery. • Larger capacity lithium-ion battery kit. • Stylus: for performing pen functions. • Universal Cable Cup: connects to the terminal to an autocharge adapter and various cables.
Page 27: Getting Started
Getting Started Getting Started In order to start using the terminal for the first time: • install the battery • charge the battery and backup battery • start the terminal • configure the terminal. Installing the Battery Installing the Standard Battery Before using your terminal, install a lithium-ion battery: 1.
Page 28 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 3. Insert the lithium-ion battery in the battery compartment with the battery tether positioned as shown, ensuring the battery snaps into place. Tether Figure 1-4. Inserting the Standard Battery Note: Ensure the battery is positioned correctly.
Page 29: Installing The Optional Larger Capacity Battery
Getting Started Installing the Optional Larger Capacity Battery To install the optional larger capacity battery: 1. Remove the bottom of the handstrap from the battery cover. 2. Unscrew the locking screw and remove the battery cover. Figure 1-6. Unscrew Locking Screw 3.
Page 30: Charging The Terminal Battery
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 5. Replace the new battery cover by inserting the top first, then pressing the bottom down firmly. Figure 1-8. Secure New Battery Cover 6. Tighten the locking screw to secure the new battery cover to the terminal.
Page 31: Using The Serial Charging Cable
Getting Started Using the Serial Charging Cable AC Line Cord Serial Charging Cable Power Supply Figure 1-9. Power Set Up The standard battery usually fully charges in approximately 2 1/2 hours and the optional larger capacity battery usually fully charges in approximately five hours. Using the Single-Slot Serial Cradles You can charge the battery in the terminal using either the CRD 8800 or CRD 8800B Single- Slot Serial Cradle.
Page 32 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Power Port Power Supply AC Line Cord Figure 1-11. Connecting Power to the CRD 8800B Cradle 2. Insert the terminal into the cradle. The terminal starts to charge automatically.
Page 33: Using The Four-Slot Cradles
Getting Started Using the Four-Slot Cradles To charge the terminal’s battery using the Four-Slot Charging Cradle or the Four-Slot Ethernet Cradle: 1. Connect the cradle to a power source. Power Port Power Supply AC Line Cord Figure 1-13. Connecting Power to the Four-Slot Cradle 2.
Page 34: Using The Universal Cable Cup
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Using the Universal Cable Cup To charge the terminal’s battery using the Universal Cable Cup with the vehicle charging adapter or the wall outlet power supply and line cord: 1.
Page 35 Getting Started 7. Wrap the cable around the cable support. Back of Cable Cable Cup Support Figure 1-17. Securing the Cable 8. Connect the other end of the cable to a vehicle power adapter or appropriate power source. Vehicle Charging Adapter Power Supply Figure 1-18.
Page 36: Charging Spare Batteries
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Charging Spare Batteries A spare battery can be charged using the single-slot cradle(s). Note: You can also use a UBC adapter to charge spare batteries. Refer to the UBC 2000 Universal Battery Charge Product Guide for more information.
Page 37: Using The Crd 8800B Single-Slot Cradle
Getting Started Using the CRD 8800B Single-Slot Cradle The CRD 8800B Single-Slot Serial Cradle charges both the standard and larger capacity battery in the spare battery well. 1. Connect the cradle to a power source. Spare Battery Charging Well Power Port Power Supply...
Page 38: Using The Ubc Battery Adapter
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide capacity battery usually fully charges in approximately five hours. See Charge LED Indicator on page 1-19 for spare battery charging indications. Using the UBC Battery Adapter 1. Insert the appropriate battery adapter into the charger base.
Page 39: Charge Led Indicator
When turning the terminal on for the first time, the terminal initializes its Flash File system, the Symbol splash screen displays for about a minute followed by the calibration window. Note that these windows also appear every time you perform a hard reset.
Page 40 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 2. Carefully press and briefly hold the tip of stylus on the center of each target that appears on the screen. Figure 1-23. Align Screen Note: To re-calibrate the screen at anytime, press FUNC + 6 on a 15-key...
Page 41: Setting Time And Date
Getting Started 4. Use the drop-down list to set your time zone, and tap Next. Figure 1-25. Setting Time Zone Note: These initial setup screens appear each time you perform a hard reset. Setting Time and Date The Time and Date window does not appear after setting the time zone. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Clock icon to use the clock control panel applet to set the time and date after a hard reset.
Page 42: Checking Battery Status
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Checking Battery Status To check whether the main battery or backup battery in the terminal is charged, tap Start - Settings - System tab - Power icon to display the Battery Status window.
Page 43: Replacing The Handstrap
Getting Started Replacing the Handstrap The terminal has a factory-installed handstrap which increases comfort when holding the terminal for extended periods of time. The handstrap may be removed or replaced, if damaged. To replace the handstrap: 1. Unhook the bottom of the handstrap from the handstrap connector on the battery cover.
Page 44 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 3. Slide the flat metal piece of the new handstrap into the handstrap connector on the back of the terminal. 4. Slide the flat metal piece on the other end of the handstrap into the handstrap connector on the battery cover.
Page 45: Configuring The Terminal
Getting Started Configuring the Terminal Refer to the following chapters to configure the terminal: • For customizing the settings on your terminal, see Chapter 3, Settings. • To set up ActiveSync to synchronize your terminal with your host computer, see Chapter 4, Communication.
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Page 47 Chapter 2 Operating the PPT 8800 Chapter Contents Introduction ..............2-3 Using the Power Button .
Page 48 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Using the Soft Keyboard..........2-22 Using the Block Recognizer .
Page 49: Chapter 2. Operating The Ppt 8800
Operating the PPT 8800 Introduction This chapter provides basic instructions for using and navigating the terminal. Using the Power Button Press the button to turn the terminal on and off. See Starting the Terminal on page 1-19. Adjusting the Backlight...
Page 50: 15-Key Configuration
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 15-Key Configuration Use the key combinations listed in Table 2-2 to control the display and keypad backlight. Table 2-2. 15-Key Keypad Backlight Controls Keys Description Press and hold Turns the display backlight and keypad backlight on and off.
Page 51: Using A Headset
Operating the PPT 8800 Using a Headset You can use a stereo headset to listen to audio playback. To use a headset, plug the headset jack into the audio connector on the top of the terminal. Ensure that the terminal’s volume is set appropriately before putting the headset on.
Page 52: Standard 6-Key Configuration
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Standard 6-Key Configuration The standard 6-key keypad contains a power button, application keys, scroll keys, an Enter key and a function key. See Table 2-3 for descriptions of the keypad buttons and keys.
Page 53: 15-Key Configuration
Operating the PPT 8800 15-Key Configuration The 15-key keypad uses an alphanumeric keypad that produces the 26-character alphabet (A-Z, both lowercase and uppercase), numbers (0-9), function keys (F1 - F10) and assorted characters. The keypad is color-coded to indicate which modifier key (ALPHA or FUNC) to press to produce a particular character or action.
Page 54 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table 2-4. 15-Key Keypad Actions (Continued) Action Power Powers the terminal on and off and turns the backlight on and off when held. Enter Executes a selected item or function.
Page 55: Key Mode Icon
Operating the PPT 8800 Note: For detailed keypad configurations including ASCII values and VK codes, see Appendix D, Keypad Maps. For information about using the soft keyboard from the input panel, see to Entering Information on page 2-21. Key Mode Icon When you press the ALPHA or FUNC key, the Key Mode icon appears in the command bar indicating the key state.
Page 56: Today Screen
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Today Screen When you turn on your terminal for the first time each day (or after 4 hours of inactivity), the Today screen appears. You can also display it by tapping Start - Today. On the Today screen, you can see important information for the day.
Page 57: Using The Navigation Bar And Command Bar
Operating the PPT 8800 Using the Navigation Bar and Command Bar The navigation bar at the top of the screen displays the active program, various status icons (see Table 2-6) and current time. It also allows you to select programs and close screens.
Page 58: Status Icons
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Status Icons You may see the status icons listed in Table 2-6 on the navigation bar located at the top of the screen. Table 2-6. Status Icons...
Page 59: Speaker Icon
Operating the PPT 8800 Speaker Icon You can adjust the system volume using the Speaker icon in the Navigation bar. 1. Tap the Speaker icon. The Volume dialog box appears. Figure 2-7. Volume Dialog Box 2. Tap and move the slide bar to adjust the volume.
Page 60: Battery Icon
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Battery Icon Battery icons display on the Navigation Bar when the main battery or backup battery power falls below a predetermined level. A Battery dialog box also appears indicating the status of the main or backup battery.
Page 61: Connectivity Icon
Operating the PPT 8800 Connectivity Icon The Connectivity icon indicates the communication status of the terminal when it’s connecting to the internet or host computer. Figure 2-9. Connectivity Dialog Box 2-15...
Page 62: Time Icon
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Time Icon The Time icon displays the current time in a digital or analog format. To change the time format, tap and hold the Time icon until a menu appears. Select the format you want.
Page 63: Instant Message Icon
Operating the PPT 8800 2. The dialog box displays the current date and time, the battery status and any upcoming appointments in the Calendar. Instant Message Icon The Instant Message icon notifies you when MSN Messenger has received a new incoming message.
Page 64: E-Mail Icon
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide E-Mail Icon The E-Mail icon notifies you when you have received incoming e-mails. See Inbox on page 7-14 for more information. Figure 2-13. New E-mail Messages Dialog Box Multiple Notification Icon The Multiple Notification icon appears when two or more message notifications occur.
Page 65: Selecting Programs
Operating the PPT 8800 Selecting Programs To select a program, tap Start - Programs, then the program name. (To select which programs appear on the Program menu, see Chapter 3, Settings.) Figure 2-15. Start Menu Note: Some programs have abbreviated labels for check boxes and drop- down list.
Page 66: Using Pop-Up Menus
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Using Pop-up Menus With pop-up menus, you can quickly choose an action for an item. For example, use the pop-up menu in the contact list to delete a contact, make a copy of a contact, or send an e- mail message to a contact.
Page 67: Notifications
Operating the PPT 8800 Notifications Your terminal notifies you when you have something to do. For example, if you've set up an appointment in Calendar, a task with a due date in Tasks, or an alarm in Clock, you'll be notified in any of the following ways: •...
Page 68: Using The Soft Keyboard
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide To show or hide the input panel, tap the Input Panel button. Tap the arrow next to this button to view input methods. Select an input method.
Page 69: Using The Block Recognizer
Operating the PPT 8800 2. On the Soft Keyboard, tap the keys with your stylus. Tap here if this is the right word. Figure 2-19. Soft Keyboard Using the Block Recognizer To use the Block Recognizer: 1. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then Block Recognizer.
Page 70: Using The Letter Recognizer
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Using the Letter Recognizer To use Letter Recognizer: 1. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then Letter Recognizer. 2. Write letters or numbers in the writing area, just as you would on paper. Write capital letters in the left side of the box, numbers in the right side, and lower case letters in the center.
Page 71 Operating the PPT 8800 To write on the screen, tap the Pen button to switch to writing mode. Lines appear on the screen to guide you. Tap the Pen button and use your stylus like a pen. Figure 2-23. Writing on the Screen Note: Some programs that accept writing do not have the Pen button.
Page 72: Converting Writing To Text
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Converting Writing to Text To convert your writing to text, tap Tools - Recognize. To convert certain words, select them before tapping Recognize on the Tools menu (or tap and hold the selected words, then tap Recognize on the pop-up menu).
Page 73: Writing Tips
Operating the PPT 8800 A list of alternate words appears. Tap the word you want to use, or tap the writing at the top of the menu to return to the original writing. Tap to return to your original writing.
Page 74: Selecting Text
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Selecting Text To edit or format typed text, select it by dragging the stylus across the text. Cut, copy, and/ or paste text by holding the selected words then tapping an editing command on the pop- up menu, or by tapping the command on the Edit menu.
Page 75: Drawing On The Screen
Operating the PPT 8800 Drawing on the Screen Drawing on the screen is similar to writing on the screen. To create a drawing, cross three ruled lines on your first stroke. A drawing box appears. Subsequent strokes in or touching the drawing box become part of the drawing.
Page 76: Recording A Message
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Recording a Message You may record a message to capture thoughts, reminders, and phone numbers. In Calendar, Tasks, and Contacts, you can include a recording in the Notes tab. In the Notes program, you can either create a stand-alone recording or include a recording in a written note.
Page 77: Using My Text
Operating the PPT 8800 Using My Text When using Inbox or MSN Messenger, use My Text to quickly insert preset or frequently used messages into the text entry area. To insert a message, tap My Text and tap a message.
Page 78: Finding Information
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Finding Information The Find feature locates information. Tap Start - Find to launch this feature. Enter the text you want to find, select a data type, then tap Go.
Page 79: Scanning
Operating the PPT 8800 Scanning The terminal has an integrated scanner which allows you to collect data by scanning one dimensional bar codes. To scan bar codes with the terminal: 1. Ensure that a scan enabled application is loaded on the terminal.
Page 80: Resetting The Terminal
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Resetting the Terminal If the terminal stops responding to input, reset it. Performing a Soft Reset A soft reset restarts the terminal and saves all stored records and entries.
Page 81 3. Release the Function key. 4. Replace the battery cover. 5. Press the Power button. 6. As the terminal initializes its Flash File system, the Symbol splash screen displays for about a minute. 7. Calibrate the screen. See Calibrating the Screen on page 1-19 to perform an initial setup of the terminal.
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Page 83 Chapter 3 Settings Chapter Contents Introduction ..............3-3 Adjusting Settings .
Page 84 Symbol Settings ........
Page 85: Chapter 3. Settings
Settings Introduction This chapter provides basic instructions for customizing your terminal by adjusting settings. Adjusting Settings To view available options for your terminal settings, tap Start - Settings. You can adjust settings in either the Personal tab or the System tab. Personal Tab Figure 3-1.
Page 86 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table 3-1. Personal Tab Applications (Continued) Icon Description Configure the items that appear in the Start menu. See Menus on page 3-13 for more information. Change owner's personal profiles. See...
Page 87: System Tab
Settings System Tab Figure 3-2. Settings - System Tab Table 3-2 lists the applications available in the System tab. Table 3-2. System Tab Applications Icon Description Provides device information and name. See About on page 3-25 for more information. Customize when and for how long the backlight should stay on. See Backlight page 3-28 for more information.
Page 88 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table 3-2. System Tab Applications (Continued) Icon Description Adjust the allocation of storage and program memory. See Memory on page 3- 37 for more information. View battery status and change power management options. See Power page 3-40 for more information.
Page 89: Buttons
Settings Buttons In addition to key functions, you can assign an application to a key. Then you can open a frequently used application by pressing one key. Program Buttons To assign an application to a key on the keypad: 1. Tap Start - Settings - Personal tab - Buttons icon - Program Buttons tab. Figure 3-3.
Page 90: Up/Down Control
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table 3-3. Default Button Assignments (Continued) Standard 6-key Keypad 15-key Keypad Button/Key Default Button/Key Default APP1 Calendar <None> APP2 Contacts <None> APP3 Tasks <None> APP4 Record <None>...
Page 91 Settings 2. Adjust the Delay before first repeat: slide bar to change the time elapsed before scrolling begins. 3. Adjust the Repeat rate slide bar to change the time it takes to scroll from one item to the next. 4. Tap ok.
Page 92: Input
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Input Use the Input window to switch input methods and set input options. Input Method To select an input method: 1. Tap Start - Settings - Personal tab - Input icon - Input Method tab.
Page 93: Word Completion
Settings Word Completion To adjust how suggested words pop-up in a window above the input panel: 1. Tap Start - Settings - Personal tab - Input icon - Word Completion tab. Figure 3-6. Input Window - Word Completion Tab 2. Make the desired changes to the settings. 3.
Page 94: Options
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Options To adjust the options for writing and recording: 1. Tap Start - Settings - Personal tab - Input icon - Options tab. Figure 3-7. Input Window - Options tab 2.
Page 95: Menus
Settings Menus Use Menus window to change the items that appear in the Start menu. Start Menu To change the items that appear in the Start menu: 1. Tap Start - Settings - Personal tab - Menus icon - Start Menu tab. Figure 3-8.
Page 96: New Menu
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide New Menu To enable the New menu: Tap Start - Settings - Personal tab - Menus icon - New Menu tab. Figure 3-9. Menus Window - New Menu Tab 1.
Page 97: Owner Information
Settings Owner Information Use the Owner Information window to enter information about the owner. The information can be displayed when the terminal is turned on. Identification To enter personal information: 1. Tap Start - Settings - Personal tab - Owner Information icon - Identification tab. Figure 3-10.
Page 98: Notes
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Notes To add more information about the owner: 1. Tap Start - Settings - Personal tab - Owner Information icon - Notes tab. Figure 3-11. Owner Information Window - Notes Tab 2.
Page 99 Settings After the information is entered and the Show information when device is turned on check boxes are selected, the Welcome window appears whenever the terminal is powered on. Figure 3-12. Welcome Screen 3-17...
Page 100: Passwords
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Passwords Use the Password window to set a password to disable unauthorized access to the terminal. Password If your device is configured to connect to a network, use a strong (difficult to figure out) password to help protect network security.
Page 101 Settings 4. Select either Simple 4 digit password or Strong alphanumeric password radio button to set a password. 5. For a simple password, In the Password field, enter a four digit password. 6. For a stronger password: a. In the Password: field, enter a seven character password . A strong password must contain at least seven characters that are a combination of uppercase and lowercase letters, numerals, and punctuation.
Page 102: Hint
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Hint To set hint so that you can remember your password: 1. Tap Start - Settings - Personal tab - Password icon - Hint tab. Figure 3-15. Password Window - Hint Tab 2.
Page 103: Sounds & Notifications
Settings Sounds & Notifications Use the Sounds & Notifications window to set event sounds and volume options. Volume To adjust the system volume and enable event sounds: 1. Tap Start - Settings - Personal tab - Sounds & Notifications icon - Volume tab. Figure 3-16.
Page 104: Notifications
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Notifications On the Notifications tab, you can customize how you are notified about different events. 1. Tap Start - Settings - Personal tab - Sounds & Notifications icon - Notifications tab.
Page 105: Today
Settings Today Use the Today window to customize the Today screen. Appearance To change the appearance of the Today screen: 1. Tap Start - Settings - Personal tab - Today icon - Appearance tab. Figure 3-18. Today Window - Appearance Tab 2.
Page 106: Items
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Items To select items that appear on the Today screen: 1. Tap Start - Settings Personal tab - Today icon - Appearance tab. Figure 3-19. Today Window - Items Tab 2.
Page 107: About
Settings About Use the About window to view general system properties, change memory settings, input device name and view copyright information. Version The Version tab view displays general system settings: 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - About icon - Version tab. Figure 3-20.
Page 108: Device Id
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Device ID The Device ID tab allows you to customize the name and description of the terminal: 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - About icon - Device ID tab.
Page 109: Copyrights
Settings Copyrights The Copyrights tab allows you to view any relevant copyright information. 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - About icon - Copyrights tab. Figure 3-22. About Window - Copyrights Tab 2. Tap ok. 3-27...
Page 110: Backlight
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Backlight Use the Backlight window to conserve battery power or to turn off the backlight when the terminal is idle. You also have options to turn on the backlight when you tap the screen or press a key.
Page 111 Check Box is not button is pressed or the screen is selected. tapped check box to turn on the backlight when a key is pressed or the screen is tapped. Note: To change display brightness level, see Symbol Settings on page 3- 3-29...
Page 112: External Power
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide External Power To set the backlight settings when using external AC power: 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Backlight icon - External Power tab.
Page 113: Certificates
Settings Certificates On your terminal you can add and delete public key certificates. These certificates help establish your identity when you are logging onto a secured network, such as a corporate network. Certificates also help establish the identity of other computers, such as servers, with which you connect.
Page 114: Root
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Root 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Certificates icon - Root tab. Figure 3-26. Certificates Window - Root Tab The list box displays the name of the certificate issuer and the expiration date.
Page 115: Clock
Settings Clock Use the Clock window to change the date, time, time zone and set alarms. Time To set the date, time and time zone: 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Clock icon - Time tab. Figure 3-27. Clock Window - Time Tab 2.
Page 116 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 7. Tap the down arrow to the right of the date field. The calendar displays. Figure 3-28. Calendar 8. To select the month and year, tap the arrows to the right or left of the month until the current month displays.
Page 117: Alarms
Settings Alarms You can use your terminal as a travel alarm clock by setting a wake-up alarm. 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Clock icon - Alarms tab. Figure 3-30. Clock Window - Alarms Tab 2. In the Description field, enter a name for the alarm. 3.
Page 118 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 5. Select the Play sound check box to enable a sound when the alarm starts. 6. From the drop-down list, select the sound that plays when the alarm goes off.
Page 119: Memory
Settings Memory Use the Memory window to adjust RAM allocation, view storage card memory usage and stop active programs. Main To temporarily adjust the allocation of storage and program memory: 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Memory icon - Main tab. Figure 3-33.
Page 120: Storage Card
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Storage Card The Storage Card tab displays how much memory is available on a memory card in the terminal. 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Memory icon - Storage Card tab.
Page 121: Running Programs
Settings Running Programs The Running Programs tab displays the list of currently active programs. 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Memory icon - Running Programs tab. Figure 3-35. Memory Window - Running Programs Tab The Running Program List: lists all running (active) programs. 2.
Page 122: Power
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Power Use the Power window to view the status of the main and backup batteries and set power management options. Battery To check the main battery and backup battery status: 1.
Page 123: Wireless
Settings Wireless To turn the terminal's wireless capabilities on and off: 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Power icon - Wireless tab. Figure 3-37. Power Window - Wireless Tab 2. In the list box, select the wireless device check box. 3.
Page 124: Advanced
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Advanced You can select options for turning off the terminal to conserve battery power. To conserve the most power, select the option to turn off the device after 3 minutes or less.
Page 125 Settings • Set the terminal to turn off when idle. While on battery power, the terminal automatically turns off, or suspends operation, if you don't touched the keyboard or used the stylus for three minutes. Maximize battery life by shortening this time. •...
Page 126: Regional Settings
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Regional Settings With regional settings, you can change the way the terminal displays dates, times, currency amounts, large numbers, and numbers with decimal fractions. You can also choose the metric or U.S.
Page 127 Settings 3. Select the Number tab. Figure 3-40. Regional Settings Window - Number Tab 4. Select the desired options. The characteristics available are determined by the region selected on the Region tab. 5. Select the Currency tab. Figure 3-41. Regional Settings Window - Currency Tab 6.
Page 128 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 7. Select the Time tab. Figure 3-42. Regional Settings Window - Time Tab 8. Select the desired options. The characteristics available are determined by the region selected on the Region tab.
Page 129: Remove Programs
Settings Remove Programs Use the Remove Programs window to remove programs that were loaded onto the terminal: 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Remove Programs icon. Figure 3-44. Remove Programs Window 2. From the Programs in storage memory: list box, select the program you want to remove.
Page 130: Screen
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Screen Use the Screen window to align the screen and to enable ClearType fonts. 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Screen icon. Figure 3-45. Screen Window 2.
Page 131: Symbol Settings
Wakeups The terminal can be configured to wakeup from sleep mode. 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Symbol Settings icon - Wakeups tab. Figure 3-46. Symbol Settings Window - Wakeups Tab 2. Select the Trigger, Any Key and/or WLAN check box in the Power Off or Auto Off list box.
Page 132: Settings
Settings Use the Settings tab to control power to the external connector and decode beep volume. 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Symbol Settings icon - Settings tab. Figure 3-47. Symbol Settings Window - Settings Tab 3-50...
Page 133: System
3. From the Standard decode beep volume drop-down list, select the appropriate volume setting. 4. Tap ok. System The System tab displays terminal system data. 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Symbol Settings icon - System tab. Figure 3-48. Symbol Setting Window - System Tab 3-51...
Page 134 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 2. In the System tab you can view the system data listed in Table 3-8. Table 3-8. System Tab Data Item Description Format UUID Inherent value of built-in flash XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX ROM.
Page 135: Config
Config The Config tab displays terminal configuration data. 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Symbol Settings icon - Config tab. Figure 3-49. Symbol Settings Window - Config Tab 2. In the Config tab you can view the configuration data.
Page 136: Processor
You can change the speed at which the processor is running. It can operate at either 400 MHz or 300 MHz. 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Symbol Settings icon - Processor tab. Figure 3-50. Symbol Settings Window - Processor Tab 2.
Page 137: Brightness
Brightness The Brightness tab allows you to change the brightness of the backlight. 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Symbol Settings icon - Brightness tab. Figure 3-52. Symbol Settings Window - Brightness Tab 2. Select one of the brightness levels listed in...
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Page 139 Chapter 4 Communication Chapter Contents Introduction ..............4-3 Installing Communication Software .
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Page 141: Chapter 4. Communication
Communication Introduction Your terminal is capable of communicating with a number of hosts, including development PCs, serial devices, printers, etc. The available accessories serve as essential data communication devices, enabling you to synchronize the information on your terminal with the information on your host device using ActvieSync. With the appropriate accessory and software, the terminal can establish a number of connection types, such as a serial connection and a modem connection.
Page 142: Setting Up A Partnership
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide • Select the types of information to synchronize, and control how much data is synchronized. To install ActiveSync on your host computer: 1. Download version 3.7 or higher of the software from http://www.microsoft.com.
Page 143 Communication 3. Select Next in the Getting Connected window. 4. The host computer and the terminal attempts to synchronize. The New Partnership window appears. Figure 4-2. New Partnership Window...
Page 144 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 5. Click the Yes radio button and then select Next. The New Partnership/Select Number of Partnerships window appears. Figure 4-3. Select Number of Partnerships 6. Select Next. The New Partnership/Select Synchronization Settings window appears.
Page 145 Communication 7. To synchronize a particular type of information, select its check box. To stop synchronization of that information, clear its check box. 8. Select Next. Figure 4-5. Setup Complete Window 9. Select Finish. The Microsoft ActiveSync window appears. Figure 4-6. ActiveSync Connected Window...
Page 146 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide During the first synchronization, information stored on your host computer is copied to your terminal. When the copy is complete and all data is synchronized, you can disconnect your terminal from your host computer.
Page 147: Communication Setup
Communication Communication Setup The terminal can communicate with the host computer to exchange data using the following accessories: • Serial Charging Cable (through a serial connection) • Universal Cable Cup (through a serial connection) • Single-Slot Serial Cradle (through a serial connection) •...
Page 148 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Note: Every terminal should have a unique device name. Never try to synchronize more than one terminal to the same name. See Device on page 3-26 for instructions on changing the device name.
Page 149: Using The Single-Slot Serial Cradles
Communication Using the Single-Slot Serial Cradles 1. Ensure that ActiveSync was installed on the host computer and a partnership was created. See Installing ActiveSync on page 4-3 and Setting up a Partnership page 4-4. 2. Start ActiveSync on the host computer, if it is not running. To start, select Start - Programs - Microsoft ActiveSync.
Page 150 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 3. Connect your CRD 8800-1000S or CRD 8800B-1000S cradle to your host computer as shown in Figure 4-10. Serial device cable Figure 4-10. Connecting the Cradle to the Host Note: The cradle requires a dedicated port.
Page 151: Communication Led Indicator
Communication 4. Turn on the terminal and slide it into the cradle. Figure 4-11. Inserting the Terminal in the Cradle 5. Upon connection, synchronization occurs automatically. Communication LED Indicator Table 4-1. Communication LED Indicator Indication Terminal not in cradle; terminal not placed correctly;...
Page 152 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table 4-1. Communication LED Indicator (Continued) Indication Fast Flashing Red Warning: Terminal inactivity timeout. The terminal did not finish data synchronization or had an open connection for more than 15 minutes. This time is programmable in the cradle flash parameters.
Page 153: Using The Universal Cable Cup
Communication Using the Universal Cable Cup 1. Ensure that ActiveSync was installed on the host computer and a partnership was created. See Installing ActiveSync on page 4-3 and Setting up a Partnership page 4-4. 2. Start ActiveSync if it is not running on the host computer. To start, select Start - Programs - Microsoft ActiveSync.
Page 154 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 7. Open the rubber cap covering the serial port. Rubber Connector Screws Figure 4-13. Connecting the Communication Cable 8. Connect the cable connector to the serial port.
Page 155: Serial Communication
Communication Serial Communication The UCC 8800 Universal Cable Cup provides the ability to connect the terminal to printers and vending machines. 1. Ensure that locking tabs are in the open position (up). 2. Insert the terminal into the cable cup. 3.
Page 156: Connecting To The Internet On A Wireless Network
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Connecting to the Internet on a Wireless Network With a PPT 8846 terminal, you can connect to the Internet across a wireless network. To set up a wireless connection: 1.
Page 157 Communication 5. The Mobile Companion Mode tab appears. Figure 4-17. Mobile Companion - Mode Tab 6. The profile name and ESSID name appears in the respective fields. 7. Select Infrastructure from the Operating Mode: drop-down list. 8. Tap the Encryption tab. Figure 4-18.
Page 158 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 10. Tap the IP Config tab. Figure 4-19. Mobile Companion - IP Config Tab (DHCP) 11. Select either DHCP or Static from the IP Type drop-down list.
Page 159 Communication 16. Tap Network Card. The Configure Network Adapters window appears. Figure 4-21. Configure Network Adapters Window 17. Select The Internet from the My network card connects to: drop-down list. 18. Select 802.11b Wireless LAN from the Tap an adapter to notify settings: list box. The 802.11b Wireless LAN window appears.
Page 160 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 19. Tap ok. A notification window appears indicating that the next time the adapter (radio card) is used it will have the new settings. Figure 4-23. Adapters Message Window 20.
Page 161: Infrared Communication
Communication Infrared Communication Using Infrared Receive (IR), you can send and receive information, such as contacts, appointments and files between two terminals. Send Information To send information: 1. Open the program in which you created the item you want to send and locate the item in the list.
Page 162 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 4. Tap Beam [Item] on the menu. A window displays showing the terminal searching for a device. Figure 4-26. Searching for a Device 5. After the file is sent a message appears indicating successful data transfer.
Page 163: Receive Information
Communication Receive Information To receive information, align the IR ports so that they are unobstructed and within close range. When information is sent from the other terminal, your terminal (if configured) receives it automatically. 1. In order to receive information automatically, tap Start - Settings - Connection tab - Beam icon.
Page 164 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 3. By default the terminal detects incoming infrared (IR) beams and prompts you to accept them. Figure 4-29. Receiving Beam Data Acknowledgement 4. If you do not want the terminal to detect or receive beams, deselect the Receive all incoming beams check box.
Page 165 Chapter 5 Spectrum24 Network Configuration Chapter Contents Introduction ..............5-3 Mobile Companion .
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Page 167: Chapter 5. Spectrum24 Network Configuration
Spectrum24 Network Configuration Introduction Wireless LANs allow PPT 8846 terminals to communicate wirelessly, and to send captured data “real time” to a host device. Before a terminal can be used on a Spectrum24 LAN your facility must be set up with the equipment required to run the wireless LAN and the terminal must be properly configured.
Page 168 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide adapter and the wireless network. Tap the icon on the task tray to open the Mobile Companion menu. Mobile Companion Menu Mobile Companion icon Figure 5-1. Mobile Companion Menu When the menu opens, select Status, WLAN Profiles, Find WLANs or Options from menu.
Page 169: Finding Wlans
Spectrum24 Network Configuration Table 5-1. Mobile Companion Menu Descriptions (Continued) Menu Item Description Status (Cont’d) APs tab view - displays APs with the same ESSID as the current terminal profile. The terminal's roaming capabilities can be set from this tab. When not in Ad Hoc operating mode, the APs tab displays instead of the Peers tab.
Page 170 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Select Find WLANs from the Mobile Companion menu to locate the APs in the area. The Mobile Companion window displays the available WLAN networks. Figure 5-2. Available WLAN Networks 1.
Page 171 This ensures the terminal is using country code information compatible with the country code data used by the associated AP. Select International if using the terminal with a non-Symbol AP or a pre AP-4131 model. 6. Select the Encryption tab to set the terminal profile security level.
Page 172 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide The AP and the terminal are required to use the same encryption algorithm to associate and transmit data. If an AP is set to Open System and an adapter is set to 40-bit or 128-bit, no association takes place.
Page 173 Spectrum24 Network Configuration Tap Passkey to display the Passkey window. Enter an easy- to-remember 4 to 26 character string to be used as the WEP algorithm. Tap OK. The AP transforms the Passkey string into a set of four WEP keys using MD5 algorithms and displays them in the WEP fields.
Page 174 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide the IP Config tab only impact the profile selected in the Mode tab and do not impact the network address parameters configured for other profiles. Figure 5-5. Mobile Companion - IP Config Tab (DHCP) •...
Page 175 Spectrum24 Network Configuration IP Address The Internet is a collection of networks with users that communicate with each other. Each communication carries the address of the source and destination networks and the particular machine within the network associated with the user or host computer at each end.
Page 176 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 9. Select the Power tab to set the Radio Transmission Power level and the Power Saving Modes for the terminal profile. Ad Hoc Mode Infrastructure Mode Figure 5-7. Mobile Companion - Power Tab...
Page 177: Status
Spectrum24 Network Configuration power in instances where little or no radio interference from other devices is anticipated. The Automatic Power Saving Mode switches to Best Network Performance when an AC power supply is detected. If a battery is used, an appropriate setting between Best Network Performance and Acceptable Network Performance is automatically chosen based on a real-time analysis of network usage.
Page 178 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Note: The Signal tab is view only and is not available if the current operating mode is Ad Hoc. Missed Beacons Displays the amount of beacons (uniform system packets broadcast by the AP to keep the network synchronized) missed by the terminal.
Page 179 Spectrum24 Network Configuration Version Displays the terminal's software, driver, firmware and Information hardware versions as well as country information. This data is consistent for the terminal regardless of which terminal profile is the current profile. Current Status Displays the terminal’s current Profile Name, ESSID, and Encryption mode.
Page 180 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide IP Address The Internet is a collection of networks with users that communicate with each other. Each communication carries the address of the source and destination networks and the particular machine within the network associated with the user or host computer at each end.
Page 181 Spectrum24 Network Configuration 5. Select the Ping tab to send and receive ICMP ping packets across the network to the specified IP address. Figure 5-11. Mobile Companion - Ping Tab 6. Select a target device IP address from the IP drop-down list. 7.
Page 182 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Selecting the Set Mandatory item prohibits the terminal from associating with a different AP. The letter M displays on top of the icon when the Set Mandatory option has been selected.
Page 183: Setting Options
Spectrum24 Network Configuration Setting Options Select Options from the Mobile Companion menu to enable or disable international roaming, configure consumption avoidance capabilities, enable system sounds, and set temporary settings. Figure 5-14. Mobile Companion - Option Settings 1. Select the Access AP networks check box to display available AP networks and their signal strength within the Available WLAN Networks tab.
Page 184: Changing Profiles
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 5. To create a password, tap Change Password. Figure 5-15. Mobile Companion - Change Password 6. Enter a case sensitive password (10 characters maximum) in the Current Password field and tap OK.
Page 185: Editing A Profile
Spectrum24 Network Configuration Editing a Profile Select a profile from the list box and tap Edit to display the Mode tab where the ESSID and operating mode can be changed for the profile. Use the Encryption, IP Config, and Power tabs as necessary to edit the profile power consumption and security parameters.
Page 186: Configuring The Radio Using A Registration File
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Configuring the Radio Using a Registration File Default settings for the Spectrum24 radio card can be set on the terminal using a registration (.reg) file. A sample .reg file is provided on the SMDK. Edit the file using a text editor.
Page 187 Spectrum24 Network Configuration "Index"=dword:00000001 ; TYPE 3 Socketcom [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Drivers\PCMCIA\Socket-CF+_LP_WLAN_Card_Rev_A-09DF] "Dll"="NDIS.dll" "Prefix"="NDS" "Miniport"="NETWLAN" "Index"=dword:00000001 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Comm\NETWLAN1\Parms] "AdapterModel"="802.11b Wireless LAN "; must match DisplayName value "Version"="3.7.11.4" "CardType"=dword:00000000 "IoBaseAddress"=dword:00000300 "IoLength"=dword:00000046 "Password"="3745A4CA1FD2D1CFC10041C7576C0E6423A815E6D4D094C8D87441C26A6C0211153DDE9C851085" "RogueAPDetection"=dword:00000001 "ProtocolsToBindTo"=multi_sz:"NOT","NDISUIO","EAPWLAN" "Profile"="Default" "Index"=dword:00000000 "ESS_ID"="101" "Ess_TxPower"=dword:00000000 "AdHoc_TxPower"=dword:00000000 "Channel"=dword:00000011 "PortType"=dword:00000001 "LongPreamble"=dword:00000000 "ChannelMask"="000007FF" "IntlRoaming"=dword:00000000 "MUEncryptionAlgorithm"=dword:00000001 "EncryptionKey4"="292E6BE5D61CEB092CEEA957038A21B5BBEAEF8C5F8D5FC24CDCFC0CCB"...
Page 188 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide "AutoCfg"=dword:00000001 "EnableDHCP"=dword:00000001 ; 0 = Use static IP ; 1 = Use DHCP ;************************************************** ; Uncomment the next keys if Static IPs are used ;************************************************** ; "IpAddress"="192.168.1.1 ";...
Page 189 Chapter 6 AirBEAM Smart Chapter Contents Introduction ..............6-3 AirBEAM Package Builder .
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Page 191: Chapter 6. Airbeam Smart
Introduction The AirBEAM Smart product allows specially designed software packages to be transferred between a host server and Symbol wireless handheld devices. Before transfer, AirBEAM Smart checks and compares package version, so that only updated packages are loaded. AirBEAM Smart resides on radio-equipped client devices, and allows them to request, download, and install software, as well as to upload files and status data.
Page 192: Airbeam Smart Client
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide AirBEAM Smart Client The AirBEAM Smart Client is installed on your handheld terminal. It is configured with the server access information, the names of the packages to be downloaded and other controlling parameters.
Page 193: Packages(1) Tab
AirBEAM Smart The configuration window is used to view and edit AirBEAM Smart Client configurations. This dialog box has six tabs that you can modify - Packages(1), Packages(2), Server, Misc(1), Misc(2) and Misc(3). Packages(1) Tab This tab is used to specify the package name of the first four of eight packages that are to be loaded during the AirBEAM synchronization process.
Page 194: Server Tab
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Server Tab This tab is used to specify the configurations of the server to which the client connects during the package synchronization process. Field Description IP Address The IP Address of the server.
Page 195: Misc(1) Tab
AirBEAM Smart Misc(1) Tab This tab is used to configure various miscellaneous features. Field Description Auto-load This drop-down list is used to specify how the AirBEAM Smart Client is to be invoked automatically when the client device is rebooted. The selections are: Disable: the AirBEAM Smart Client is not invoked automatically during the boot sequence.
Page 196 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Field Description Suppress This check box specifies whether the automatic insertion of a file path separator Separator character should be suppressed when the client generated server package definition file names.
Page 197: Misc(2) Tab
AirBEAM Smart Misc(2) Tab This tab is used to configure various miscellaneous features. Field Description Auto-retry This field is used to specify whether the AirBEAM Smart Client automatically retries if there is a failure during the synchronization process. If this feature is enabled, the AirBEAM Smart Client displays a popup dialog indicating the attempt of a retry.
Page 198: Misc(3) Tab
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Misc(3) Tab This tab is used to configure various miscellaneous features. Field Description Use DHCP This check box control specifies whether the AirBEAM Smart Client uses the server DHCP response option 66 to specify the IP address of the FTP/TFTP server.
Page 199: Manual Synchronization
AirBEAM Smart Manual Synchronization 1. Configure the AirBEAM Smart Client. See Configuring the AirBEAM Smart Client on page 6-4. 2. From the main AirBEAM CE window, tap File - Synchronize. 3. Once connected, the AirBEAM Synchronize window appears. • The Status List displays status messages that indicate the progress of the synchronization process.
Page 200: Airbeam Staging
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide AirBEAM Staging The AirBEAM Smart staging support is intended to speed up and simplify the process of staging custom or updated operating software onto mobile devices directly from manufacturing.
Page 201 Chapter 7 Applications Chapter Contents Introduction ..............7-3 Calendar .
Page 202 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Setting Up Your Account ........... . 7-26 Working with Contacts .
Page 203: Chapter 7. Applications
Applications Introduction Your terminal includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Inbox, and Notes applications. You can use these programs individually or together. For example, e-mail addresses stored in Contacts can be used to address e-mail messages in Inbox. Using ActiveSync, you can synchronize information in these applications between your host computer and your terminal.
Page 204: Creating Appointments
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Note: You can customize the Calendar display, such as changing the first day of the week, by tapping Tools - Options. Creating Appointments To create an appointment: 1.
Page 205: Using The Summary Screen
Applications Note: If you select Remind me in an appointment, your terminal notifies you according to the options set in Start - Settings - Personal tab - Sounds & Notifications. Using the Summary Screen When you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen displays. Tap Edit to change the appointment.
Page 206: Contacts
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 3. From the list of e-mail addresses you've entered in Contacts, select the meeting attendees. The meeting notice is created and placed in the Outbox folder. For more information on sending and receiving meeting requests, see Calendar Help and Inbox Help on your terminal.
Page 207 Applications 2. Tap New. Tap to return to the contact list (the contact is saved automatically). Scroll to see more fields. Notes is a good place for maps and directions. Figure 7-5. Creating a Contact 3. Using the input panel, enter a name and other contact information. Scroll down to see all fields.
Page 208: Using The Summary Screen
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide You may find a contact in one of four ways: • In the contact list, enter a contact name in the box under the navigation bar. To show all contacts again, clear text from the box or tap the button to the right of the box.
Page 209: Tasks
Applications Tasks Use Tasks to keep a “to do” list. Select the category of tasks you want displayed in the list. Select the sort order of the list. Indicates high priority. Tap to display or edit the task details. Tap and hold to display a pop-up menu of actions.
Page 210 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 2. Tap New. Tap to return to the task list (the task is saved automatically). Tap to choose from predefined subjects. Notes is a good place for maps and directions.
Page 211: Using The Summary Screen
Applications Using the Summary Screen When you tap a task in the task list, a summary screen displays. To change the task, tap Edit. View task details. Tap to show and hide additional summary information. View notes. Tap to change task. Figure 7-9.
Page 212: Notes
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Notes Capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, drawings, and phone numbers with Notes. You can create a written note or a recording. You can also include a recording in a note. If a note is open when you create the recording, it is included in the note as an icon.
Page 213 Applications To create a note: 1. Tap Start - Notes to open the application. 2. Tap New. 3. Create your note by writing, drawing, typing, and recording. For more information about using the input panel, writing and drawing on the screen, and creating recordings, see Chapter 2, Operating the PPT 8800.
Page 214: Inbox
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Inbox Use Inbox to send and receive e-mail messages in the following ways: • Synchronize e-mail messages with Microsoft Exchange or Outlook on your host computer. •...
Page 215: Setting Up An E-Mail Service
Applications Messages that you receive directly from an e-mail server are linked to your e-mail server rather than your host computer. When you delete a message on your terminal, it's also deleted from the e-mail server the next time you connect. You can work online or offline.
Page 216: Using The Message List
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Using the Message List Messages you receive display in the message list box. By default, the most recently received messages are listed first. Select the service and folder...
Page 217 Applications When you receive a message, tap it in the list box to open it. Unread messages display in bold. Tap to return to the message list. Tap to delete this message. Tap to view the previous or next message. Tap to reply to or forward this message.
Page 218: Creating E-Mail Messages
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide • Change options for direct e-mail server connections in Inbox on your terminal. Tap Tools - Options. On the Accounts tab, tap the account you want to change. Tap and hold the account and select Delete to remove it.
Page 219: Managing E-Mail Messages And Folders
Applications If you are sending an SMS message and want to know if it was received, tap Edit - Options, and select the Request SMS text message delivery notification checkbox before sending the message. Managing E-mail Messages and Folders By default, messages are displayed in one of five folders for each account you've created: Inbox, Deleted Items, Drafts, Outbox, and Sent Items.
Page 220: Pocket Word
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Pocket Word Pocket Word works with Microsoft Word on your host computer to give you access to copies of your documents. You can create new documents on your terminal, or copy documents from your host computer to your terminal.
Page 221: Typing Mode
Applications You can enter information in Pocket Word in one of four modes (writing, drawing, typing, and recording) displayed on the View menu. Tap the Show/Hide Toolbar icon on the command bar to show or hide each mode’s toolbar. To change the zoom magnification, tap View - Zoom. Select the percentage. Select a higher percentage to enter text and a lower one to see more of your document.
Page 222: Writing Mode
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Writing Mode In writing mode, use your stylus to write directly on the screen. Ruled lines are displayed as a guide, and the zoom magnification increases to allow you to write more easily. For...
Page 223: Recording Mode
Applications drawing. Every subsequent stroke within or touching the drawing box becomes part of the drawing. For more information, see Drawing on the Screen on page 2-29. Select Shape on the pop- up menu to convert objects to proper shapes. Resize an object by dragging the selection handles.
Page 224: Pocket Excel
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Pocket Excel Pocket Excel works with Microsoft Excel on your host computer to provide easy access to copies of your workbooks. You can create new workbooks on your terminal, or copy workbooks from your host computer to your terminal.
Page 225: Tips For Working In Pocket Excel
Applications Pocket Excel provides fundamental spreadsheet tools, such as formulas, functions, sorting, and filtering. To display the toolbar, tap View - Toolbar. Cell contents appear here as you enter them. Format button. AutoSum button. Zoom button. Figure 7-19. Using Pocket Excel If your workbook contains sensitive information, you can protect it with a password.
Page 226: Msn® Messenger
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide tap Tools - Go To, then type a reference that is in the hidden row or column. Tap Format - Row or Column - Unhide. For more information on using Pocket Excel, tap Start - Help.
Page 227: Working With Contacts
Applications Working with Contacts The MSN Messenger window is divided into Online and Not Online categories. From this view, while connected, you can chat, send e-mail, block the contact from chatting with you, or delete contacts from your list using the pop-up menu. Tap a contact to start a chat.
Page 228: Chatting With Contacts
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Chatting with Contacts Tap a contact name to open a chat window. Enter your message in the text entry area at the bottom of the screen, or tap My Text to enter a preset message, and tap Send. To invite another contact to a multi-user chat, tap Tools - Invite and tap the contact you want to invite.
Page 229 Applications To know if the contact you are chatting with is responding, look for the message under the text entry area. View full chat. View the status of the chat. Figure 7-22. Receiving a Message For more information on using MSN Messenger, tap Start - Help. 7-29...
Page 230: Windows Media Player
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Windows Media Player With Windows Media Player on your terminal you can play digital audio and video files that are stored on your terminal. To switch to Windows Media Player, tap Start - Windows Media.
Page 231: Getting Books On Your Device
Applications Each book consists of a cover page, an optional table of contents, and the pages of the book. You can: • Page through the book by using the Up/Down control on your device or by tapping the page number on each page. •...
Page 232: Reading A Book
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Reading a Book Each book consists of a cover page, an optional table of contents, and the pages of the book. Navigation options are listed in the bottom portion of the cover page.
Page 233: Removing A Book
Applications program that accepts text. On a book page, select the text you want to copy. Then, tap Copy Text on the pop-up menu. The text can be pasted into the program of your choice. • Bookmarks. When you add a bookmark to a book, a color-coded bookmark icon appears in the right margin.
Page 234: Pocket Internet Explorer
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Pocket Internet Explorer With Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer, you can view Web or Wireless Application Protocol (WAP) pages in the following ways: • During synchronization with your host computer, download your favorite links and mobile favorites stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in Internet Explorer on the host computer.
Page 235: Saving Memory On Your Terminal
Applications 5. To download the pages linked to the mobile favorite you just created, in Internet Explorer on the host computer, right-click the mobile favorite, then click Properties. On the Download tab, specify the number of links deep you want to download. To conserve terminal memory, only go one level deep.
Page 236: Using Pocket Internet Explorer
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 3. Tap AvantGo Channels. 4. Tap Activate . 5. Follow the directions on the screen. You must synchronize your terminal with your host computer, then tap My Channels to complete setup.
Page 237 Applications To view mobile favorites and channels, tap Favorites icon to display your list of favorites, then tap the page you want to view. Tap the favorite you want to view. Tap to add or delete a folder or favorite link. Figure 7-25.
Page 238: Browsing The Web
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Browsing the Web 1. Connect to your ISP or network using a Spectrum24 connection; see Connecting to the Internet on a Wireless Network on page 4-18. 2. Once connected, go to a specific Web page in one of the following ways: •...
Page 239: Pictures
Applications Pictures Use Pictures to view .jpg format pictures stored on the terminal, send pictures to others, view a slideshow of your pictures or set a picture as the background on the Today screen. Copy Pictures to your Device You can copy .jpg pictures from your PC and view them in Pictures. Copy the picture files from your PC to the My Pictures folder, within the My Documents folder on your terminal.
Page 240: View Pictures
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide View Pictures Using Pictures, you can view thumbnails of .jpg pictures stored in your My Pictures folder and select a picture that you want to see in full-screen view.
Page 241: Chapter 8. Software Installation On Development Pc
Chapter 8 Software Installation on Development PC Chapter Contents Introduction ..............8-3 Installing Other Development Software .
Page 242 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide...
Page 243: Introduction
The SMDK for eVC4 is a development tool used to create native C and C++ applications for all Symbol terminals running the Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs operating system. It includes documentation, header files (.H), and library files (.LIB) for native code application development that targets Symbol value-add APIs.
Page 244 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide The SMDK for eVC4 contains the components listed in Table 8-1. Table 8-1. SMDK Contents and Location Components Directory Location Readme/Release \Program Files\Symbol Mobility Developer Kit v1.0 for eVC4\...
Page 245: Installing Other Development Software
\Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs Readme TCM PPT 8800 WEB Updates The SMDK and DCP are available from the Symbol Developer’s Zone web site, http://devzone.symbol.com. Installing Other Development Software Developing applications for the terminal may require installing other development software such as application development environments on the development PC.
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Page 247 Chapter 9 Configuring the Terminal Chapter Contents Introduction ..............9-3 Starting Terminal Configuration Manager .
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Page 249: Introduction
The SDK includes scripts used by Symbol Technologies to build the standard Platform and Application partitions that are resident on the terminal when the terminal ships from the factory.
Page 250: Starting Terminal Configuration Manager
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Starting Terminal Configuration Manager To start TCM on the host computer, select Start - Programs - Symbol - TCM. The following window appears, displaying two sub-windows. One contains a newly created script and the other contains a file explorer view used for selecting files to be placed in the script.
Page 251 Configuring the Terminal Table 9-1. TCM Window Components (continued) Component Icon Description File Explorer Used to select the files to be added to the script. Create Create a new script file. Open Open a existing script file. Save Save the current script file. Large Icon View the current script items as large icons.
Page 252: Defining Script Properties
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table 9-1. TCM Window Components (continued) Component Icon Description Preferences View or change the global TCM options. Build and Send Build the current script into a set of hex images and send the hex images to the terminal.
Page 253 Configuring the Terminal Figure 9-2. Script Properties Window 3. Select FF2-64M from the Terminal drop-down list. 4. Use the default flash type. 5. Select the number of disk partitions to create from the Disks drop-down list. 6. Select the memory size for each partition from the Size list boxes. Note that added space on one disk partition subtracts it from the other partition.
Page 254: Creating A Hex Image Script
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Creating a Hex Image Script TCM operations are controlled by script files. Script files are created using the following steps: 1. Open a new or existing script file 2.
Page 255 Configuring the Terminal 1. Click the Build button. The Configure Build window appears. Figure 9-3. Configure Build Window 2. Select the partitions to build using the check boxes to the left of each partition name. 3. Select the filename and location for each partition file using the BROWSE button. 4.
Page 256: Sending The Hex File
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 6. A check will be performed and if there are no errors, the partition hex files are created. If the build fails, the hex files are not be created and TCM displays an error message. Two of the most common reasons for a build failure are: •...
Page 257 Configuring the Terminal 2. Connect the power supply to the Serial Charging Cable or the cradle and the AC line cord to the power supply and the AC outlet. 3. Perform a hard reset of the terminal, see Performing a Hard Reset on page 2-34.
Page 258 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 9. IPL displays the Baud Rate screen which lists the available baud rates for the serial connection. IPL VER X.XX IPL Key Sequence -> 115,200 57,600 38,400...
Page 259 Configuring the Terminal 11. The IPL Main Menu screen lists the partitions and/or applications that can be downloaded. IPL VER X.XX IPL Key Sequence Windows CE Platform Application Splash Screen Partition Table Auto Select Press Up/Down to select partition Press Enter to begin download Figure 9-8.
Page 260 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide • Use the up and down keys to select Auto Select, then press the Enter key. Auto Select is the default, and is selected if no other selection is made within three seconds.
Page 261 Configuring the Terminal 13. If the correct hex file is not displayed in the HEX FILE TO LOAD field, click Browse and navigate to the correct hex file to be downloaded. 14. Select the COM port being used from the Comm Port drop-down list. Ports already in use display in the Unavailable ports field.
Page 262 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide This screen indicates that the area selected in the Main Menu is currently downloading and displays until an entire image is received, or until an error is detected.
Page 263: Error Messages
Configuring the Terminal Error Messages IPL Error Detection While receiving data, IPL performs many checks on the data to ensure that the data is received correctly. If an error is detected, IPL immediately aborts the download, and reports the error on the terminal. IPL VER X.XX Download Failed! Error Condition...
Page 264 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide The cause of the error displays under the Download Failed! indication. The errors that can be reported, and the probable cause of the error, are described in Table 9-2.
Page 265: Tcm Error Messages
Configuring the Terminal TCM Error Messages TCM validates the cells in your partition table when you press the Enter button. Cells highlighted in red contain an error. Partition loading is disabled until all errors are corrected. The errors that TCM may encounter and possible solutions are described in Table 9-3.
Page 266: Creating And Loading A Splash Screen
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Creating and Loading a Splash Screen To generate a custom splash screen, use a bitmap editor. 1. Create a color bitmap with dimensions of BX x BY where: •...
Page 267: Flash Storage
They appear as the “Application,” and “Platform” folders to the ActiveSync explorer. This is useful when installing applications on the terminal. Applications stored in the Application folder are retained even when the terminal is hard reseted, just as the PPT 8800 Demo program is retained in memory.
Page 268: Regmerge.dll
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Windows CE expects certain files to be in the Windows folder, residing in volatile storage. Windows CE maintains the System Registry in volatile storage. There are two device drivers included in the Windows CE image to assist developers in configuring the terminal following a hard reset: RegMerge and CopyFile.
Page 269: Non-Ffs Partitions
If necessary, the entire OS image may be downloaded to the terminal using files provided by Symbol. The current OS partition on the terminal is included as part of the TCM installation package. Any upgrades must be obtained from Symbol.
Page 270: Assigning User-Written Applications To Buttons
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Assigning User-Written Applications to Buttons Use RegMerge to modify the registry during a hard reset to assign user-written applications to the application buttons. These buttons remain assigned after a hard reset.
Page 271: Adding A Program From The Internet
Configuring the Terminal Adding a Program from the Internet 1. Select Start - Settings - About icon - Version tab. Note the information in Processor field. 2. Download the program to your terminal from the Internet using Pocket Internet Explorer. You may see a single *.xip, *.exe, *.zip file, or a Setup.exe file. 3.
Page 272: Update The Rom Image Using Ipl
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Update the ROM Image Using IPL To update the ROM Image on the terminal using IPL: 1. Connect the Serial Charging Cable or the CRD 8800 Single-Slot Cradle to the host computer.
Page 273 Configuring the Terminal 6. On the 15-key keypad, simultaneously press and hold the 1 and 4 keys then press and release the Power button. Continue to hold the 1 and 4 keys until the IPL screen appears. IPL VER X.XX WARNING IPL Requires AC Plug in AC Power then...
Page 274 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 8. The Baud Rate Selection screen appears. IPL VER X.XX IPL Key Sequence -> 115,200 57,600 38,400 19,200 9600 Auto Baud Press Up/Down to select Baud Rate Enter to Continue Figure 9-15.
Page 275 Configuring the Terminal 9. Select a baud rate of 115,200 then press the Enter key or wait till it times out. The IPL Download screen displays. IPL VER X.XX IPL Key Sequence Windows CE Platform Application Splash Screen Partition Table Auto Select Press Up/Down to select partition...
Page 276 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 13. Select File - Load Terminal. The Load Terminal Dialog window appears. Figure 9-17. Load Terminal Dialog Window 14. Select the COMM port to be the comm port on the host computer from the Comm Port drop-down list.
Page 277 21. Perform a hard reset, see Performing a Hard Reset on page 2-34. 22. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Symbol Settings icon - System tab to view the new system information. Figure 9-19. Symbol Settings Window - System Tab...
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Page 279: Chapter 10. Maintenance And Troubleshooting
Maintaining the PPT 8800 ........
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Page 281: Introduction
Introduction This chapter includes instructions on cleaning and storing your terminal, and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during terminal operating. Maintaining the PPT 8800 For trouble-free service, observe the following tips when using your terminal: • Take care not to scratch the screen of your terminal. When working with your terminal, use the supplied stylus or plastic-tipped pens intended for use with a touch-sensitive screen.
Page 282: Troubleshooting
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Troubleshooting Table 10-1. Troubleshooting Your Terminal Problem Cause Solution Terminal does not turn on. Lithium-ion battery not Charge or replace the lithium-ion battery in charged. the terminal.
Page 283 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 10-1. Troubleshooting Your Terminal (continued) Problem Cause Solution During data Terminal removed from Replace the terminal in the cradle, or communication, no data cradle or unplugged replace the Synchronization cable, and re- was transmitted, or from host PC during transmit.
Page 284 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table 10-1. Troubleshooting Your Terminal (continued) Problem Cause Solution A message appears stating Too many files stored on Delete unused memos and records. You that your terminal memory the terminal.
Page 285 Note: If the scanner is still not reading symbols, contact your distributor or Symbol Technologies. Note: If, after performing these checks, the terminal is still not reading symbols, contact your distributor or Symbol Technologies. 10-7...
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Page 287: Appendix A Block Recognizer Characters
Appendix A Block Recognizer Characters Introduction Using the Block Recognizer, you can write characters directly on your terminal screen with your stylus. These characters are translated into typed text. Use Block Recognizer to enter text, for example, to write a note or to fill in fields in a dialog box. Figure A-2 provides examples of how to write characters in lowercase.
Page 288 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide (labeled abc) create lowercase letters. Use the right area (labeled 123) for writing numbers, symbols, special characters, and punctuation. Figure A-1. Using Block Recognizer...
Page 289 Block Recognizer Characters The following chart illustrates some of the characters you can write (the dot on each character is the starting point for writing). Figure A-2. Character Chart For specific instructions on using Block Recognizer, with Block Recognizer open, tap the question mark next to the writing area.
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Page 291: Appendix B Demo Program
The demo program illustrates how to use some of the terminal’s many applications. If the demo program is not already on the terminal (check the Start menu), you may download the program from the Symbol Device Configuration Package for PPT 8800. See Chapter 9, Configuring the Terminal for instructions on adding programs to your terminal.
Page 292: Notify
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide The demo programs are loaded into the Application directory. Navigate to the directory using File explorer and tap the Blt file. The Symbol Launcher window appears. Figure B-1. Symbol Launcher Window Notify Notify tests the LED, vibrator and beeper functionality of the terminal.
Page 293: Scan
The Visual C/C++ sample scanning application enables the terminal’s scanner, allows the user to change scan parameters, and displays scanned data. To access the Scan demo, tap Scan on the Symbol Launcher window. Figure B-3. Scan Sample Screen Scanning Data Fields After a bar code is scanned, the following data appears in the screen: •...
Page 294: Files
Cancel closes the Scan screen. Files Tap Files on the Symbol Launcher window for a file browser utility, InkWiz Example, It provides similar Windows Explorer-like functionality and allows the user to browse, cut, copy, paste and delete files as well as execute the program.
Page 295: Settings
Demo Program Settings Tap Settings on the Symbol Launcher window to access the Control Panel, where you can specify settings for your terminal. Figure B-5. Control Panel Screen About Tap About on the Control Panel to view the version of the Control Panel.
Page 296: System Versions
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide System Versions Tap System Versions to view version information for the applications on your terminal. Figure B-7. System Versions Screen On the System Versions window: • Platform indicates the operating system running on the terminal (Pocket PC).
Page 297: Unique Unit Id
Demo Program Unique Unit ID Tap Unique Unit ID on the Control Panel to view the terminal’s unique unit ID (a 16-byte hex number identifier), and the version numbers for RCM (Resource Coordinator Manager) API, Rescoord (Resource Coordinator) DLL, UUID DLL, and Temperature DLL. Figure B-8.
Page 298: Date And Time
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Toggle Persist to Yes to retain these changes made after a hard reset. Figure B-9. Persist Note: Not all options support Permanent Persistence. Date and Time Tap Date and Time on the Control Panel to change the date and time. The Date and Time window appears.
Page 299: Touch Calibrate
Demo Program To change the time, tap the Time: field and up the up and down arrows to change the value. To change the date, tap the down arrow in the Date: field. A calendar box appears. Select the month and then select the day. Figure B-11.
Page 300: Communication Settings
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Communication Settings Select Comm Settings on the Control Panel to specify the settings to use when communicating with other devices. Figure B-13. Communication Settings Screen Tap Port to select the appropriate communication settings to be used by ActiveSync. Scroll through the communication settings to select the appropriate value.
Page 301: Audio Settings
Demo Program Audio Settings Select Audio Settings on the Control Panel to specify the beeper volume and view the version numbers for the Audio and Notify APIs. Figure B-14. Audio Settings Screen • Tap Beeper Volume to toggle the beeper volume between low, medium, and high. As you change the value, the beeper sounds to demonstrate the level.
Page 302: Scanner Settings
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Scanner Settings Select Scanner Settings on the Control Panel to specify scanner-related parameters. Figure B-15. Scanner Settings Screen • Selected Scanner displays the value of the selected scanner.
Page 303: S24 Settings
Demo Program • Supported Fmts • Max Image Rect. • Tap Scanner Version to view the version numbers for the hardware, decoder, PPD, MDD, and API. Refer to the Help file on the SDK for details on the available parameter options. S24 Settings Select S24 Settings on the Control Panel to specify S24-related parameters.
Page 304: About
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide About Select the About button on the System Launcher window to view information about the demo program. Exit Select the Exit button to exit the demo program.
Page 305: Appendix C Technical Specifications
Appendix C Technical Specifications Environment The following table summarizes the terminal’s intended operating environment. Table C-1. Technical Specifications Operating Temperature 14° to 122° F (-10° to +50° C) Storage Temperature -13° to 158° F (-25° to 70° C) Humidity 5% to 90% non-condensing Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) +/-15 kVDC (air);...
Page 306 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table C-1. Technical Specifications (Continued) ® ® Operating Platform Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket Memory 64 MB RAM/ 64 MB ROM Interface RS-232, max. 115.2 kbps min. 1200bps, USB Client...
Page 307: Com Port Definitions
Technical Specifications COM Port Definitions Table C-2. PPT 8800 COM Port Definitions COM Port Definition COM1 Serial/Cradle COM3 IRComm COM4 Raw IrDA COM7 VCOM Ext Power...
Page 308: Pin-Outs
PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Pin-Outs Pin 1 Figure C-1. ActiveSync Port (COM1) Table C-3. PPT 8800 ActiveSync Port (COM1) Pin-Outs Description ext ±5 volts RS232_gnd Power_GND 9 Volts_In...
Page 309 Appendix D Keypad Maps Introduction This appendix contains the keypad map for the keypad configuration of the terminal. Each key is listed in the table with its value, depending on the state of the keypad. As shown below, when the key is pressed on the keypad, the default state displays the number ‘1’.
Page 310 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Keypads Figure D-1. Standard 6-Key Keypad Table D-1. Standard 6-Key Keypad Functionality Default Shift Func VK Code ASCII Value State State State (Decimal) (Decimal) Calendar Contacts Software...
Page 311 Keypad Maps Table D-1. Standard 6-Key Keypad Functionality (Continued) Default Shift Func VK Code ASCII Value State State State (Decimal) (Decimal) ENTER...
Page 312 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Figure D-2. 15-Key Keypad Table D-2. 15-Key Keypad Functionality Alpha ASCII Default Alpha CAPS Shift Func VK Code Value State State State State State (Decimal) (Decimal) 16+50...
Page 313 Keypad Maps Table D-2. 15-Key Keypad Functionality (Continued) Alpha ASCII Default Alpha CAPS Shift Func VK Code Value State State State State State (Decimal) (Decimal) * F6, F7, F8, F9 and F10 VK codes are generated when no function is defined on each key at Control Panel.
Page 314 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table D-2. 15-Key Keypad Functionality (Continued) Alpha ASCII Default Alpha CAPS Shift Func VK Code Value State State State State State (Decimal) (Decimal) * F6, F7, F8, F9 and F10 VK codes are generated when no function is defined on each...
Page 315 Keypad Maps Table D-2. 15-Key Keypad Functionality (Continued) Alpha ASCII Default Alpha CAPS Shift Func VK Code Value State State State State State (Decimal) (Decimal) calibrate Darken screen * F6, F7, F8, F9 and F10 VK codes are generated when no function is defined on each key at Control Panel.
Page 316 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table D-2. 15-Key Keypad Functionality (Continued) Alpha ASCII Default Alpha CAPS Shift Func VK Code Value State State State State State (Decimal) (Decimal) Lighten screen ESCAPE 27 * F6, F7, F8, F9 and F10 VK codes are generated when no function is defined on each key at Control Panel.
Page 317 Keypad Maps Table D-2. 15-Key Keypad Functionality (Continued) Alpha ASCII Default Alpha CAPS Shift Func VK Code Value State State State State State (Decimal) (Decimal) *F10 SPACE SPACE RIGHT DOWN BK SPC BK SPC LEFT ENTER ENTER ENTER * F6, F7, F8, F9 and F10 VK codes are generated when no function is defined on each key at Control Panel.
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Page 319 Index Numerics package builder ....6-3 staging ..... . . 6-12 128-bit shared key .
Page 320 ....7-3 contacting Symbol .....xv creating appointments .
Page 321 Index flash file system ....9-21 non-FFS partitions ....9-23 date .
Page 322 PPT 8800 with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide input panel ......2-21 missed AP beacons .
Page 323 ......3-8 Symbol settings ... . . 3-6, 3-49 resetting .
Page 324 ......5-15 Symbol settings ....3-6, 3-49 volume symbol support center .
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Symbol PPT 8800 Product Reference Manual

About this Guide

Chapter 1. Getting Started

Chapter 2. Operating the PPT 8800

Chapter 3. Settings

Chapter 4. Communication

Chapter 5. Spectrum24 Network Configuration

Chapter 6. Airbeam Smart

Chapter 7. Applications

Chapter 8. Software Installation on Development PC

Chapter 9 . Configuring the Terminal

Chapter 10. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Appendix A Block Recognizer Characters

Appendix B Demo Program

Appendix C Technical Specifications

Quick Links

Troubleshooting

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