Symbol 6860 Quick Reference Manual
Symbol 6860 Quick Reference Manual

Symbol 6860 Quick Reference Manual

68xx series

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  • Page 2 Symbol reserves the right to make changes to any product to improve reliability, function, or design. Symbol does not assume any product liability arising out of, or in connection with, the application or use of any product, circuit, or application described herein.
  • Page 3: About This Guide

    Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e Introduction The 68XX is a ruggedized, weather-resistant, hand-held portable computer combining the following capability in one package: • PC-standard architecture (8088 16-bit architecture) • DR-DOS compatibility •...
  • Page 4: Parts Of The 68Xx

    6 8 X X S e r i e s Parts of the 68XX Scan LED Display Status LED Keyboard Scan Window Scan Trigger PWR Key Battery Pack Optical Connectors Battery Charging Compartment Contacts Battery Release Battery Lock Handstrap...
  • Page 5: Required Accessories

    Required 68XX accessories include: • Five-cell, 780 mAh NiCd rechargeable battery pack or Six-cell, 600 mAh IS NiCd rechargeable battery pack • CCM 38/6860 4-slot charging and communication module with spare battery charging slot • CRD 38/6865 1-slot cradle charging and communications cradle •...
  • Page 6: Providing Power

    6 8 X X S e r i e s Providing Power Power for the 68XX is provided by a Nickel Cadmium (NiCd) rechargeable battery pack. Note: The Series 3800 NiCd battery packs, 3872-103, 3872- 105, and 3872-115, CANNOT be used in the 68XX. Installing New or Recharged NiCd Batteries To install the NiCd battery: 1.
  • Page 7: Removing The Nicd Battery Pack

    Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e 2. Use the enclosed battery locking key to lock the battery into place. As you are turning the locking key, the battery locking mechanism should be turning and locking the battery into place.
  • Page 8: Charging The Nicd Battery

    3. Leave the 68XX in the cradle up to 7 hours to recharge a fully discharged battery. The 38/6860 and 38/6865 cradles provide slots for charging spare battery packs outside the 68XX. To charge a spare NiCd battery in a cradle, insert the battery pack in the spare battery slot.
  • Page 9 Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e a fast charge; a solid LED means slow charge/ready. Spare battery packs are recharged in 7 hours. 6860 Spare Battery Spare Battery Charging Slots Charging LED To charge the NiCd battery in a UBC charger: 1.
  • Page 10: Operating The 68Xx

    6 8 X X S e r i e s Operating the 68XX Powering the 68XX On/Off Power the 68XX on by: • squeezing the scan trigger, • or pressing the PWR key. Note: The battery must be installed, or the 68XX must be in a cradle to power the terminal on.
  • Page 11: Using The Keyboard

    Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e Using the Keyboard The 68XX uses a 46-key alphanumeric keyboard that produces the 26-character alphabet (A-Z), numbers (0-9), and assorted characters (+, -, X, ÷, =, •). The keypad is color-coded to indicate which modifier key to press to produce a particular character or action.
  • Page 12 6 8 X X S e r i e s 68XX Series Keyboard...
  • Page 13: Using The Integrated Laser Scanner

    2. Point the 68XX at the bar code and press the trigger. 3. Ensure that the scan beam crosses all bars and spaces on the bar code symbol, as shown below: Right Wrong Hold the scanner farther away for larger symbols, and closer for symbols with bars that are close together.
  • Page 14: Aiming: Hold At An Angle

    6 8 X X S e r i e s Aiming: Hold at an Angle Do not hold the 6800’s scan window directly over the bar code. Laser light reflecting directly back into the scan window from the bar code is known as specular reflection. This strong light can “blind”...
  • Page 15: Running Communications

    R e f e r e n c e Running Communications Communicating with a Host The 68XX communicates with a host through the CCM 38/6860, CRD 38/6865, CRD 38/6866, or PC Adapter. For information on setting up the CCM, cradles, or PC Adapter, refer to the 68XX Product Reference Guide or the Quick Reference Guide provided with each unit.
  • Page 16 3. Power the printer and 68XX on. Communicating in a RF Network The PDT 6810 operates in a Symbol Spectrum One RF network; the PDT 684X operates in a Symbol Spectrum24 RF network. The Status LED indicates the state of the terminal’s connection to...
  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    NiCd battery not Charge the battery in the charged. terminal, or remove the battery and charge in the spare battery charging slot on the CCM 38/6860 or CRD 38/6866. Alkaline battery is Replace battery. drained. Low Battery The main battery pack...
  • Page 18 6 8 X X S e r i e s Symptom Possible Cause Action Scanner does not Scan window is dirty. Clean scan window with decode a bar code lens tissues for use with eyeglasses. Do NOT use (cont’d) tissues with lotion. Double Key error Two or more keys were Press keys in sequence.
  • Page 19: Regulatory Information

    Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e Regulatory Information Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commissions Rules and Regulation.
  • Page 20: Laser Devices

    • EN 60 825-1 (EN 60 825) - Safety of Devices Containing Lasers Laser Devices Symbol products using lasers comply with US 21CFR1040.10, Subchapter J and IEC825/EN 60 825 (or IEC825-1/EN 60 825-1, depending on the date of manufacture). The laser classification is marked on one of the labels on the product.
  • Page 21 Nonincendive CL I, Div 2, Gps ABCD LASER E143267 Suitable CL I I, Div 2, Gps FG BARCODE LISTED Class III. Div 1,2 SCANNER ACCESSORY w/Symbol battery 21-32810-01 APPROVED 9897 I.T.E. See Manual 70-32644-01 for Accessories SYMBOL TECHNOLOGIES, INC. BOHEMIA, NY 11716 MADE IN U.S.A.
  • Page 22 6 8 X X S e r i e s In accordance with Clause 5, IEC 0825 and EN60825, the following information is provided to the user: ENGLISH CLASS 1 CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CLASS 2 LASER LIGHT DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT DANISH KLASSE 1...
  • Page 23: Service Information

    Symbol’s RF products are designed to be compliant with the rules and regulations in the locations into which they are sold and will be labeled as required. The majority of Symbol’s RF devices are type approved and do not require the user to obtain license or authorization before using the equipment.
  • Page 24 This warranty is provided to the original owner only and is not transferable to any third party. It shall not apply to any product (i) which has been repaired or altered unless done or approved by Symbol, (ii) which has not...

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