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Summary of Contents for Dolphin 7850L0-A2-3110E - Hand Held Products Dolphin 7850
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® Dolphin 7850 Mobile Computer ® With Windows Mobile User’s Guide...
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Disclaimer Honeywell International Inc. (“HII”) reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice, and the reader should in all cases consult HII to determine whether any such changes have been made. The information in this publication does not represent a commitment on the part of HII.
Table of Contents Chapter 1 - Agency Information Label Locations ........................1-1 Regulatory and Safety Approvals for all Dolphin Terminals ..........1-3 Chapter 2 - Getting Started Out of the Box ........................2-1 Today Screen........................2-2 Navigation Bar ........................2-2 Using the Stylus ........................2-3 Pop-Up Menus ........................2-3 Chapter 3 - Hardware Overview Standard Terminal Configuration ..................3-1 Peripherals ...........................3-2...
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Chapter 5 - Using the Imager Scanner Engine Overview..........................5-1 Available Engines ........................ 5-1 Available Laser Engines ...................... 5-2 Laser Specifications ......................5-2 Supported Bar Code Symbologies ..................5-3 Activating the Engine......................5-4 Decoding ..........................5-5 Capturing Images ........................ 5-7 Chapter 6 - System Settings Overview..........................
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Menu Options ........................8-9 Discovered Devices......................8-10 Refreshing Discovered Devices................... 8-10 Making the Terminal Discoverable ................8-10 Pairing ..........................8-13 Chapter 9 - Dolphin HomeBase Device Overview..........................9-1 Front Panel ......................... 9-2 Back Panel ......................... 9-3 Bottom Panel Dimensions ....................9-4 Power ..........................
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Technical Assistance......................13-1 Product Service and Repair....................13-1 Limited Warranty ....................... 13-3 How to Extend Your Warranty ..................13-4 Rev D Dolphin® 7850 Mobile Computer 10/30/2008 User’s Guide...
• Outdoor use: Maximum power (EIRP*) of 100 mW for the 2.400—2.454 GHz band and maximum power (EIRP*) of 10 mW for the 2.454—2.483 GHz band For further information, please contact: Honeywell Imaging & Mobility Europe BV Nijverheidsweg 9 5627 BT Eindhoven The Netherlands Dolphin®...
Honeywell shall not be liable for use of our product with equipment (i.e., power supplies, personal computers, etc.) that is not CE marked and does not comply with the Low Voltage Directive. Laser Safety Label If the following label is attached to your product, it indicates the product contains a laser engine or laser...
The correction is the responsibility of the user. Use only shielded data cables with this system. In accordance with FCC 15.21, changes or modifications not expressly approved by Honeywell may void the FCC authorization to operate the equipment.
Cet appareil numérique de la Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. For European Community Users Honeywell complies with Directive 2002/96/EC OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT AND OF THE COUNCIL of 27 January 2003 on waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
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Microwaves The radio in the Dolphin RF terminal operates on the same frequency band as a microwave oven. Therefore, if you use a microwave within range of the Dolphin RF terminal you may notice performance degradation in your wireless network. However, both your microwave and your wireless network will continue to function.
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Getting Started Out of the Box When you open the carton, please verify that the carton contains the following items: • Dolphin 7850 mobile computer (the terminal) • Main battery pack (7.4v, li-ion) • Getting Started CD-ROM • Dolphin 7850 Mobile Computer Quick Start Guide Be sure to keep the original packaging in the event that the Dolphin terminal should need to be returned for service.
Today Screen Initial boot and system resets end on the Today screen; see Resetting the Terminal on page 3-15. Tap to access the Start menu Tap to adjust the volume Tap to change the date and time These are icons of programs running in the background.
Using the Stylus Use the stylus or your finger to select or enter information on the touch panel. The stylus functions as a mouse; generally, a tap is the same as a click. Tap the touch panel once to open menu items and select options. Drag Hold the stylus on the screen and drag across the screen to select text and images.
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Hardware Overview There are a number of standard configurations as well as charging and communication peripherals and accessories to maximize the efficiency of your application setting. Standard Terminal Configuration • Windows Mobile 5.0 • PXA270 520MHz processor • 64MB volatile system memory for running programs & 64MB non-volatile Flash memory for storing data •...
Peripherals The following items are sold separately and enhance the capabilities of your Dolphin terminal. ™ Dolphin HomeBase Device This charging and communication cradle supports both RS-232 and USB communication, enabling your terminal to interface with the majority of PC-based enterprise systems. When a terminal is seated in the HomeBase device, its main battery pack charges in less than four(4) hours.
Accessories The following items are sold separately and enhance the capabilities of your Dolphin terminal. Battery Door Tether For more information, see Battery Door Tether (Optional) on page 3-7. Holster The holster holds one terminal around the waist. Li-ion Battery Pack These are 7.4Vdc, 14.1 watt hour Li-on replacement battery packs;...
Front Panel Features 3.5 inch 1/4 VGA Touch Panel Display Decode LED Scan LED Keyboard Protection Ribs Decode and Scan LEDs The Scan LED lights red when you press the Scan trigger in scanning applications. The Decode LED lights green when a scanned bar code is successfully decoded. For more information, see LEDs on page...
Back Panel Features Battery Door DC Power Jack Tether Holes Battery Door The battery door covers and secures the main battery pack in the battery well. There is a mechanical switch on the terminal under this door that puts the terminal in suspend mode (see page 3-15) while the battery door is open.
Side Panel Features Beeper IrDA Port Angled Display Scan Engine I/O Connector Window Scan Trigger Integrated Pistol-Grip Handle Stylus Loop Stylus Slot Tether/Lanyard Attachment Point Note: This graphic shows the right side of the Dolphin 7850 terminal. Angled Display The touch panel display (see page 3-4) tilts up toward the user, which improves application viewing when operating the terminal and reduces glare.
IrDA Port The infrared port is IrDA-enabled (Infrared Data Association) and communicates with other IrDA-enabled devices such as PCs, printers, modems, or other Dolphin 7850 terminals. The maximum data transfer speed is 115 Kbps with a duty cycle of 18.75%. For more information, Using Infrared Communication on page 7-8.
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4. Remove the battery door. 5. Take the clip piece, loop the lanyard through the tether holes on the battery door as shown below. 6. Reattach the battery door. 7. Snap the leather strap into the clip. 3 - 8 Rev D Dolphin®...
I/O Connector I/O Connector This I/O connector has 17 pins that are designed to work exclusively with Dolphin 7850 peripherals and cables. This connector • Powers the terminal. • Charges the main battery. • Supports communication with a host workstation via Microsoft ActiveSync (see page 7-3). •...
Rubber Bumpers There are two sets of rubber bumpers: one set below the scan engine window and the other set on the bottom front of the pistol-grip handle. Rubber bumpers enable you to set the terminal down on a flat surface with easy access to the handle, so you can pick up and put down the terminal with ease.
Battery Power The intelligent battery technology built into the terminal features two types of battery power: • The main battery pack installed under the battery door on the back panel. • The backup battery located inside the terminal. Both batteries work together to prevent data loss when the terminal is used over long periods of time. Main Battery Pack We recommend use of Hand Held Products Li-Ion battery packs.
Charging Options When the battery is installed in the terminal, you can insert the terminal into any one of the following peripherals to charge the main battery pack: • Dolphin HomeBase Device (see page 9-1) • Dolphin ChargeBase Device (see page 11-1) •...
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99 (would warn whenever the charge drops below 99%). 4. Tap OK to save changes. Note: For more information about the RegEdit Power Tool, refer to the Dolphin Power Tools User’s Guide, which is available for download at www.honeywell.com/aidc. Dolphin® 7850 Mobile Computer Rev D...
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• Although your battery can be recharged many times, it will eventually be depleted. Replace it after the battery is unable to hold an adequate charge. • If you are not sure the battery or charger is working properly, please send it to Honeywell International or an authorized service center for inspection.
Resetting the Terminal There are two ways to reset the Dolphin terminal: a soft reset and a hard reset. Soft Reset (Warm Boot) A soft reset re-boots the device without losing RAM data. You would perform a soft reset 1) when the terminal fails to respond, 2) after installing software applications that require a reboot, or 3) after making changes to certain system settings.
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Troubleshooting If the terminal does not wake when you press the scan trigger, • The battery door may not be fully closed. The mechanical switch under the battery door prevents the terminal from resuming operation until the door is closed. •...
Purpose-built, compact, handle-style mobile computer Operating System: Windows Mobile 5.0 Development Honeywell Dolphin SDK for Visual Studio (supports C/C++, C#, and Visual Basic) Environment: • SOTI MobiControl (remote device management) Third Party Software: • PowerNet™ Terminal Emulation (TNVT, 3270, 5250) •...
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Power Battery: Main: Lithium-ion 7.4V, 14.8 Watt-hour, hot-swappable battery pack Backup: Internal 3.6V nickel metal hydride (NiMH) battery saves RAM data for 30- minutes during main battery change Run Time (estimated): WLAN: 10+ hours at 1 scan/6 sec, 1 data package logged every scan, 802.11b/g continuous connection, &...
Using the Keyboards Overview The keyboard buttons are recessed under the overlay for maximum durability. The keyboard panel is backlit for maximum viewability in various lighting conditions. There are two keyboard options: 24-Key Keyboard (see page 4-4) 38-Key Keyboard (see page 4-7) BKSP BKSP BKTAB...
Using the Function Keys Function keys perform specific functions and usually have the name of the function they perform. Name Function Backlight Toggles the keyboard backlight on and off. Backspace To backspace, press Red + left arrow. Backspace moves the cursor back one space and deletes each time the key (BKSP) combination is pressed.
Using the Navigation Keys Located in the center of each keyboard for easy access with either hand, the navigation keys enable you to navigate the cursor through an application screen. Press To … Move the cursor up one row or line. Move the cursor down one row or line.
24-Key Keyboard Navigation keys Shift Escape BKSP BKTAB Alpha Lock ALPHA Modifier / \ _ keys START WXYZ Power PQRS “ Backlight key – Toggling Between Alpha and Numeric Modes The 24-key keyboard defaults to numeric mode. Numeric mode is when you type numbers with the number keys.
24-Key Keyboard Numeric Key Combinations Blue Mode Num Mode Num Shift Delete *Toggle Upper/Lower/Shift *Toggle Upper/Lower/Shift *Toggle Upper/Lower/Shift Blue ***Toggle Num/Alpha Blue Mode ***Toggle Num/Alpha Red Mode; see 24-Key Keyboard Alpha Key Combinations on page 4-6. Asterisk Start menu Light Suspend Keyboard Light Keyboard Light...
38-Key Keyboard Navigation keys Shift Escape BKSP BKTAB TA B Modifier Alpha keys indicators ST ART Alpha Lock Power Backlight key CTRL Toggling Between Numeric and Alpha Modes The 38-key keyboard defaults to numeric mode. Numeric mode is when you type numbers with the number keys.
38-Key Keyboard Alpha Key Combinations Blue Mode Alpha Base Alpha Shift Alpha Caplock Alpha Shift Caplock Delete *Toggle Upper/ *Toggle Upper/ *Toggle Upper/ *Toggle Upper/ *Toggle Upper/Lower/ Lower/Shift Lower/Shift Lower/Shift Lower/Shift Shift Blue Blue Mode Blue Mode Blue Mode Blue Mode Red Mode Red Mode Red Mode...
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38-Key Keyboard Alpha Key Combinations Blue Mode Alpha Base Alpha Shift Alpha Caplock Alpha Shift Caplock *Toggle Upper/Lower only on a double-tap. **Single-tap of SFT key changes shift mode for just the next character. Double-tap of SFT key toggles Caplock. ***Single tap of BLUE key changes mode for just the next character.
38-Key Keyboard Numeric Key Combinations Blue Mode Num Mode Num Shift Delete *Toggle Upper/Lower/Shift *Toggle Upper/Lower/Shift *Toggle Upper/Lower/Shift Blue Blue Mode Blue Mode Red Mode Red Mode ALPH Start Alpha Mode Alpha Mode Light Suspend Keyboard Light Keyboard Light Left Left Left Volume up...
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38-Key Keyboard Numeric Key Combinations Blue Mode Num Mode Num Shift *Toggle Upper/Lower only on a double-tap. Dolphin® 7850 Mobile Computer Rev D 4 - 11 10/30/2008 User’s Guide...
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Using the Imager Scanner Engine Overview ® The compact imager scanner engine uses Adaptus Imaging Technology 5.0, which instantly reads all popular 1D and 2D bar codes and supports omni-directional aiming and decoding. This engine can also capture digital images, such as signatures and pictures of damaged inventory. Available Engines 5100 Standard Range (5100SR) 5300 Standard Range (5300SR)
Available Laser Engines High Performance (HP) 5 mil 55 mil reflective Working Range: Near 2.75 in 5 in (0.07 m) (0.13 m) 7 in 66 in (0.17 m) (1.7 m) Long Range (LR) 10 mil 100 mil reflective Working Range: Near 11 in 60 in...
• Select Image Demo to verify imaging, or • Select Scan Demo to verify decoding. For more information about Demos, refer to the Dolphin Demos User’s Guide, which is available for download from www.honeywell.com/aidc. LEDs The LEDs in the center of both keyboards (for location, see...
Decoding The Dolphin terminal supports two types of image decoding: full-area imaging and Advanced Linear Decoding (ALD). Full-area Imaging Full-area imaging means that the Dolphin terminal support omni-directional aiming, which means that a positive read can be obtained from many positions. For details, see Omni- Directional Scanning Positions on page...
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Omni-Directional Scanning Dolphin terminals support omni-directional scanning. In general, the aiming pattern or beam is smaller when the terminal is held closer to the bar code and larger when farther from the bar code. Symbologies with smaller bars or elements (mil size) should be read closer to the terminal whereas larger bars or elements (mil size) should be read farther from the terminal.
Capturing Images The image-capture process is an intuitive, split-second operation for experienced users. By following basic guidelines, however, new users can easily develop their own technique and, with practice, quickly learn to adapt to different application environments. Image Preview When the imaging process is initiated, the screen displays a preview of the object. This is a live video image of what the imager is currently viewing and has a slightly degraded appearance compared to the captured image.
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System Settings Overview Customizable settings are available from the Start menu. Tap Start > Settings and the Settings screen opens displaying the Personal tab. Settings consists of three tabs: Personal, System, and Connections. Personal Tab System Tab Connections Tab Description Personal The Personal tab provides access to personal configuration programs.
Personal Settings To access the Personal tab, go to Start > Settings. The screen opens displaying the Personal tab. Icon Description See Page Buttons Programs hardware buttons to launch applications or execute commands. Input Customizes the SIP. For details. Lock Provides password protection for certain programs on the terminal.
4. Verify the button assignment by tapping the button on the keyboard. For more information about HotKeys, refer to the Dolphin Power Tools User’s Guide, which is available for download from www.honeywell.com/aidc. Changing Button Assignments 1. After HotKeys is enabled, tap Start > Settings > Personal tab > Buttons.
Commands The Assign a program list also contains the following commands: Command Description <Input Panel> Opens the soft input panel. <None> Nothing happens when the button is pressed. <OK/Close> Performs the same function as tapping OK on the screen. <Scroll Down> Scrolls down in the open application.
Menus - Modifying the Start Menu You can add existing programs you use often, such as File Explorer, to the Start menu for faster access. You are not installing the program, just enabling the user to access the program from the Start menu. You can add a program to the Start Menu three ways: directly by using the Menus setting, or creating and pasting shortcuts in File Explorer on the terminal or the workstation (and using ActiveSync to transfer to the shortcut to the terminal).
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3. Navigate to the Windows folder and open the Start Menu folder (My Device > Windows > Start Menu), tap and hold a blank area of the window, and tap Paste Shortcut on the pop-up menu. 4. The shortcut is now in the folder. 5.
System Settings The System tab enables you to verify and sometimes alter system parameters. To access the System tab, go to Start > Settings > System tab. • About (see page 6-7) • Backlight (see page 6-8) • Certificates (see page 6-9) •...
Backlight The backlight for the color display is user-defined. Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Backlight.There are two tabs: Battery and External; the options on each tab are the same. The Battery tab determines display backlight settings when the terminal is running on battery power. The External tab determines display backlight settings when the terminal is powered by an external source, such as a charge cable.
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Certificates Certificates shows you the network certificates recognized by the operating system. There are personal and root certificates; each has its own tab. It is important to verify that the operating system acknowledges your certificate. If the certificate does not appear on one of these tabs, the operating system does see it, and it will not function properly during the network authentication process.
If you need to reformat the card, there is an EZFormat Power Tool on 7850s with a storage card installed. For more details about EZFormat, refer to the Dolphin Power Tools User’s Guide, which is available for download from www.honeywell.com/aidc. Use the Memory system setting to check memory usage after you receive warning messages about memory.
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Field Description In use Displays the total MB of that allocated memory being used in Storage and Program memory functions. Free Displays the total MB of memory available for Storage and Programs use. Storage Card Tab This tab displays the current capacity and usage statistics of the selected memory type: IPSM or Storage Card.
Anytime you stop a running program, it frees up volatile memory. Be advised that, when you stop a program here, any unsaved data in that program is lost. To free up memory without risking data loss, return to the running program, save your data, and close the application.
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Regional Settings Regional Settings enables you to customize the appearance and formatting to your geographic region. Specifically, you can customize numbers (i.e., number of decimal places allowed), currency (i.e.,using the $ or € symbol), time, and date. These specifications apply to all screens, including the Today screen. The Region tab displays an overview of the region selected in the drop-down list at the top.
Remove Programs The Remove Programs settings enables you to remove programs installed on the terminal. Use this setting to troubleshoot when you receive messages that the device is out of memory. The programs removed in the Remove Programs setting are removed from volatile memory. 1.
Screen Note: By default, dynamic screen rotation (i.e., the ability to switch between landscape and portrait orientation) is disabled on Dolphin 7850 terminals. Alignment Tab Tap Align Screen to re-align the screen. Remember, you first align the screen at bootup. You would need to re-align the screen again if tapping buttons or icons with the stylus no longer seems to work appropriately.
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This is the default font size setting. To change the font size, move the slider toward Smallest or Largest. The Example text changes to reflect the font change. Tap OK to save the new font size setting. Default Font Size Largest Font Size 6 - 16 Rev D...
7-13), set the terminal up on a wireless network, then activate the RASMan Power Tool by tapping Start > Power Tools > RASMan. For more information about Power Tools, refer to the Dolphin Power Tools User’s Guide, which is available for download from www.honeywell.com/aidc. Dolphin® 7850 Mobile Computer Rev D...
Bluetooth. Installing Additional Software Dolphin terminals ship with the operating system, radio drivers, and custom Honeywell software loaded onto the device. These are the default programs that install when your terminal first boots up. You can install additional software programs to the terminal provided that the following parameters are met: •...
HomeBase device or a charge/communication cable. Hardware Requirements • Dolphin communication peripheral or cable: USB or RS-232 • Power Adapter Cable from Honeywell Software Requirements To synchronize, ActiveSync 4.5 or higher must be installed and configured for the appropriate communication type on the host workstation and the Dolphin terminal. Dolphin terminals ship with ActiveSync already installed.
Setting Up the Terminal When communicating via ActiveSync, your terminal is designed to be connected to the host workstation with a Hand Held Products communication peripheral. We recommend use of Hand Held Products peripherals, power cables, and power adapters. Use of any non-Hand Held Products peripherals, cables, or power adapters may cause damage not covered by the warranty.
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1. Download the program to the workstation from either the Internet or the installation CD. You may see a single *.exe or setup.exe file, a *.cab file, or *.dll. (There may also be several versions of files for different device types and processors.) 2.
Connections Tab The Connections Tab of Windows Mobile Settings provides access to the configuration settings for many of the terminal’s communication options. Tap Start > Settings > Connections tab. Note: The programs that appear on the Connections tab depend on the terminal’s radio configuration. Program Icon Description...
2. Enter the appropriate configuration settings for each radio installed. Each radio has its own configuration program. • For details about configuring the WLAN radio, refer to the Honeywell WLAN Security Supplement User’s Guide, which is available for download from www.honeywell.com/aidc.
Using Infrared Communication The IrDA port sends and receives data between the terminal and other devices equipped with infrared. The maximum data transfer speed is 115 Kbps with a duty cycle of 18.75%. IrDA Port Location IrDA Port Verify Beam Settings By default, the IrDA port is enabled after each hard reset.
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3. Tap and hold the item and select Beam File. 4. The information begins transmitting to the other infrared device. Receiving Data 1. Verify that the terminal is set to receive all incoming beams; see Verify Beam Settings on page 7-8.
Connections Manager The connections manager sets up various network connections to Internet Service Providers (ISPs) via an external modem. If you are using one of the on-board wireless radios to connect to a network, do not enter network parameters in the connections manager. The Dolphin terminal uses the radio’s settings to connect to the network.
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Proxy Server Connections If you are connected to your ISP or private network during synchronization, the terminal should download the proper proxy settings during synchronization with the workstation. If these settings are not on your workstation or need to be changed, ask your ISP or network administrator for the proxy sever name, server type, port, type of Socks protocol used, and your user name and password.
Network Cards The Connections tab (see Connections Tab on page 7-6) contains a Network Cards icon that displays the network cards installed in the terminal. 1. Tap Start > Settings > Connections > Network Cards 2. Tap on an adapter in the list to review its settings. (Server-assigned IP addresses use DHCP.) 3.
(see page 3-15). Only the appropriate drivers for the terminal’s radio configuration install. For more information about Autoinstall, refer to the Dolphin Power Tools User’s Guide, which is available for download at www.honeywell.com/aidc. Enabling the Radios The terminal enables the WLAN radio after each hard reset by default. Verify the status of the radio before attempting to establish or change network connection settings.
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Radio Manager Window Field Description Radio Modes Displays the radio hardware modules currently installed on the terminal. Status Field Provides feedback on the state of the radio. The Status field reads “Ready” when the selected radio is enabled and the Radio Manager is ready to receive a command. Otherwise, the Status field displays the following messages when enabling a radio: •...
The USB to PC applet enables you to switch between RNDIS (Remote Network Driver Interface Specification) USB and Serial USB communication. Dolphin 7850 terminals default to Serial USB. Honeywell recommends using Serial USB. To change this setting, tap Start > Settings > Connections tab > USB to PC .
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Wireless PAN Communication with Bluetooth Bluetooth Radio The on-board Bluetooth radio is enabled by default at startup and operates within the 2.4 GHz–2.48 GHz band. Bluetooth transmissions hop between 79 separate frequencies 1,600 times every second, and with a communication range of about 10 meters (class II). Enabling the Bluetooth Radio The Bluetooth radio must be enabled in order to connect to other devices.
Accessing BTExplorer When the Bluetooth radio is enabled, the Bluetooth icon on the Today screen appears as follows Tapping this icon once opens BTExplorer to the Favorites window. Note: When the Bluetooth radio is disabled, tapping this icon opens a warning message, which states that the radio is not enabled and to go to the Radio Manager as described in Accessing BTExplorer on page 8-2.
Using BTExplorer BTExplorer has a New Connection Wizard for each type of Bluetooth connection you want to make; see Connection Types on page 8-7. You open BTExplorer, select the connection type, BTExplorer scans for matching devices and services, and the connection wizard walks you through the connection process. Different connection types will require different information.
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4. Click Next and BTExplorer scans for other Bluetooth devices in range and displays the search results. 5. Select a device and click Next. BTExplorer attempts to connect to the selected device and explore the device’s available services. 6. Select a service in the list and tap Next. The next window enables you to save the device connection and service as a Favorite.
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b. Review the contents of the window and tap Next. The connection summary appears. 7. Tap Connect. If you are transferring files, the next steps are to select the file(s) and transfer them to the device. 8. While the terminal is transferring data, the icon on the Today screen will display a green, double- sided arrow over the Bluetooth icon 9.
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Favorites BTExplorer enables you to save connections to specific devices and the services on those devices as Favorites. Each time you try to connect to a device and service manually, you are asked if you want to save the connection as a Favorite. You can even give each connection a unique name. Favorite connections appear on the opening window each time you open BTExplorer.
Connection Types Connection Type Allows the Bluetooth radio to… Requirements Explore Services on Discover available services. Discoverable Bluetooth devices with activated services must be in range Remote Devices for the terminal to retrieve devices and services. Pair with Remote Pair with remote devices. The correct PIN number of the device you’re attempting to pair with.
Device Types BTExplorer supports the following device types: • Audio Devices • Network Devices • Phones • Printers • Computers • OBEX Devices By default, BTExplorer scans for Network Devices. To change the, device type, tap on the arrow to the right of the heading on the left. The name of this heading changes depending on what device type is selected;...
Menu Options The discovered devices window has a popup menu that enables you to perform several tasks. You can select a device and tap and hold or just tap and hold on an empty space; he same menu appears. Certain menu items are enabled or disabled depending on which method you use.
Discovered Devices In order for the terminal to find a device when scanning, that device must be Discoverable by Bluetooth. If not, the terminal won’t find the device when scanning. Furthermore, the device must have activated Bluetooth services. The terminal will retrieve only discoverable devices and the services activated on that device.
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2. Set Discoverable Mode to Discoverable. Set Connectable Mode to Connectable. You must change both for the terminal to be discoverable. 3. To activate specific services, tap the Services tab and tap Add. 4. Select a service and tap OK to add. Dolphin®...
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5. Each service you select is going to take you through a series of windows to confirm the parameters of the service. For example, for the file transfer service, the following window appears: 6. Tap OK and you are returned to the prior window, which now displays the service as active. 7.
Pairing Pairing associates Bluetooth devices with each other so that you don’t have to enter access information every time a connection is requested. Bluetooth devices need to be paired with each other before attempting a connection the first time. Paired devices remain paired, even if: •...
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Dolphin HomeBase Device Overview As the hub of your system, the Dolphin HomeBase charging and communication cradle supports both RS- 232 and USB communication, enabling your terminal to interface with the majority of PC-based enterprise systems. Communication RS-232 transmits data at speeds of up to 115 Kbps. With USB port, the data transmission rate goes up to 12 Mbps.
Front Panel Terminal Well DOCK LED AUX Battery LED COMM LED AUX Battery LED Indicates status of the battery charging in the auxiliary battery well; see page 9-4. Orange The auxiliary battery is charging. Green The auxiliary battery has completed charging and is ready for use. COMM LED The COMM LED indicates the status of data transfer between the Dolphin terminal and the host workstation.
Back Panel Handle Saddle Auxiliary Battery Well DC Power RS-232 Port USB Port Jack Auxiliary Battery Well The auxiliary battery well charges an additional Li-ion battery pack independently of the terminal well. This feature ensures that you can always have a fully-charged battery for your terminal;...
Charging a Spare Battery Pack Auxiliary Battery Well (see page 9-3) located on the back panel charges a spare battery. The Battery LED (page 9-2) on the front panel indicates the charge status of the battery in this well. Charge time is less than four(4) hours and the charge process is independent of the terminal well.
ActiveSync communication (see ActiveSync Communication on page 9-8). Honeywell recommends that you leave the base connected to its power source at all times, so that it is always ready to use. Dolphin® 7850 Mobile Computer...
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RS-232 Serial Connector The following diagram displays the pins of the RS-232 serial connector of the Back Panel (see page 9-3): Pin # Description Internal Jumper to Pin 6 Note: Signals referenced are for a DTE device. The base is at a right-angle to the printed circuit board (PCB). The ninth pin has a ring indicator (RI).
Charging the Main Battery The base powers the terminal and fully charges its main battery pack in less than four(4) hours. To check battery power, see Power on page 6-12. As battery packs charge, the charging circuitry follows the two-step charging process (CC-CV) that is recommended for Li-ion batteries.
The DOCK LED lights green. If not, make sure that the terminal is properly seated. You may need to remove and re-insert the terminal. • The terminal activates. If not, verify that the Honeywell power supply is properly connected to the Power Jack (see page 9-3) on the back panel and plugged into a functioning outlet.
RS-232 Cables Connect the base to the host workstation or other device by plugging an RS-232 serial cable into the 232 Port (see page 9-3) on the back panel. The wiring of your cable depends on whether the other device is set up as a Data Communication Equipment (DCE) or Data Terminal Equipment (DTE) device.
Mounting Set the base on a dry, stable surface, such as a desktop or workbench near an electrical outlet. Be sure to provide enough workspace with good lighting for the user to view and operate the terminal while it is seated in the base.
Wall Mounting You can purchase a wall mount kit that contains • a mounting bracket, • three screws, and • six washer/nut sets. The back wedge of the mounting bracket contains an open slot for the power and communications cables. There is an extra space between this slot and the rear panel of the base to allow easy access to the power and communications ports.
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Dolphin QuadCharger Device Overview The Dolphin QuadCharger device is a four(4)-slot charging station that can charge a Li-ion battery in less than four(4) hours. The fourth slot features a battery analyzer that completely resets and re-calibrates a battery and displays its resulting capacity. This charger is compatible with the Hand Held Products Li-ion batteries that power Dolphin 7850 terminals.
Front Panel Charging Slots–with batteries Charging Slots Charge/Analyze Slot Battery Capacity Charge/Analyze LED Status LEDs Analyze Button Indicator LEDs Charging Slots There are four(4) charging slots. Each slot holds one battery. When a battery is placed in a slot, it immediately begins charging. Charge/Analyze Slot This is the fourth slot and the only one that can be used to analyze a battery.
Back Panel Power Switch Power Supply Connector Power Supply Connector Use this connector to attach the power supply to the charger. The universal power supply accepts input voltages between 90-265 volts. Power Switch Toggle the power switch to turn the charger on and off. Inserting and Removing Battery Packs To insert a battery pack, place the end of the battery without the locking tab into the bottom of the charging pocket and snap the battery into place with a hinging motion.
Charging Batteries For best results, battery packs should be at room temperature before recharging them because temperature impacts charging. The recommended temperature range is 50° to 95° F (10° to 35° C). 1. Supply power and turn the power switch to the ON position. 2.
Using the Battery Analyzer The fourth charging slot is also the CHARGE/ANALYZE slot because, in addition to charging a Li-ion battery, this slot runs an Analyze cycle on the battery placed in it, which helps you monitor battery capacity over time. Analyze Button The Analyze cycle is initiated when a battery is placed in the Charge/Analyze slot and the Analyze button is pressed.
Bottom Panel DIN Rail Slot Mounting The charger should be on a dry, stable surface. To easily adapt the charger to your environment, it can be mounted on a flat, horizontal surface such as a desktop or workbench, or a flat, vertical surface such as a wall.
The Status LED lights red and An error occurred during the self-diagnostic test for that particular stays on without a battery in the charging pocket. Call Honeywell Product Service and request an charging slot. RMA. For additional warranty and return information, see...
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Dolphin ChargeBase Device Overview This four-slot charging cradle that can power four(4) Dolphin terminals, and charge their main batteries in less than four(4) hours. Each charging slot charges terminals independently of the other slots. Charging The ChargeBase completes a full charge of the main battery pack in less than four(4) hours. The ChargeBase also provides power to the intelligent battery charging system in all Dolphin terminals that senses when a full charge has been achieved and switches to a trickle charge to maintain the full charge.
Front Panel Terminal Wells Dock LED Charge LED Terminal Wells The ChargeBase contains four(4) terminals wells. Each terminal well • Holds and charges the main battery pack of one Dolphin terminal. • Contains the companion to the I/O connector on the bottom panel of Dolphin terminals. •...
Back Panel Power Supply Connector Power Supply Connector This connector receives input from the power adapter. Plug the power connector cable from the power adapter into this connector. There is no ON/OFF switch on the back panel of the base. The ON/OFF switch is on the power adapter. Power Supply The base includes a power supply that contains a power adapter to ensure the proper voltage.
Supplying Power to the ChargeBase Use only the peripherals, power cables, and power adapters from Honeywell. Use of peripherals, cables, or power adapters not sold/manufactured by Honeywell may cause damage not covered by the warranty. 1. Be sure the power switch on the power adapter is in the OFF position.
Charging Terminals in the ChargeBase The ChargeBase charges the main battery of each terminal in less than four(4) hours. The intelligent battery charging system incorporated in the Dolphin terminal prevents overcharging, which means that Dolphin terminals may be stored in the ChargeBase indefinitely without damage to the terminals, battery packs, or the ChargeBase.
Mounting the ChargeBase The ChargeBase should be placed on a dry, stable surface. To easily adapt the ChargeBase to your environment, it can be mounted on a flat, horizontal surface such as a desktop or workbench, or a flat, vertical surface such as a wall. Location Recommendations When choosing a location, always bear in mind that •...
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2. Turn the ChargeBase and DIN Rail right side up. 3. Secure the DIN Rail to a stable, flat horizontal surface. Dolphin® 7850 Mobile Computer Rev D 11 - 7 10/30/2008 User’s Guide...
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Wall Mounting You need to purchase two wall mount kits that each contain: • a mounting bracket, • three screws, and • six washer/nut sets. You need two kits so that you have two mounting brackets–one for each end of the device–and enough screws (4) and washer/nut sets (8).
Cables Kits Cables There are several cable kits for Dolphin 7850 terminals. Cable Description See Page Power Cable Charge-only cable that plugs into the DC Power Jack (see page 3-5) 12-2 on the pistol-grip handle. Mobile Charger Charge-only cable that connects the terminal to a vehicle power outlet. 12-3 Comm/Charge Cable Communication/Charge cable that connects the terminal to an external...
Using the Power Cable The Power Cable connects the terminal to an external power source via the DC jack on the bottom panel of the pistol-grip handle. DC Power Jack (Pull back the rubber flap to gain access to the power jack.) The Power Cable contains a power adapter that converts the voltage from the power source to 9.5 volts DC, which is the maximum voltage the terminal can receive.
Using the Mobile Charger The Mobile Charger connects the terminal to a vehicle power source. This cable powers the terminal and charges the main battery pack. Terminal Connector Terminal Connector The terminal connector connects the communication cable to the I/O connector (see I/O Connector on page 3-9) on the terminal.
Using the Comm/Charge Cable The Comm/Charge cable charges the terminal and communicates with a host workstation. There are three connectors: one connects the terminal to an external power source, another to the host workstation, and another to the terminal itself. This cable is actually two cables: a power cable and a communication cable.
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Using the Comm/Charge Cable 1. Plug the cable’s terminal connector into the I/O connector on the bottom panel of the terminal. 2. Tighten the jackscrews. 3. Plug the power cable connector into the power cable. 4. Plug the power adapter on the power cable into a standard power outlet. 5.
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Product Service and Repair Honeywell International Inc. provides service for all its products through service centers throughout the world. To obtain warranty or non-warranty service, contact the appropriate location below to obtain a Return Material Authorization number (RMA #) before returning the product.
Use of any battery from a source other than Hand Held Products may result in damage not covered by the warranty. Batteries returned to Honeywell International Inc. in a reduced state may or may not be replaced under this warranty. Battery life will be greatly increased when following the battery instructions in this user’s guide.
How to Extend Your Warranty Honeywell International Inc. offers a variety of service plans on our hardware products. These agreements offer continued coverage for your equipment after the initial warranty expires. For more information, contact your Sales Representative, Customer Account Representative, or Product Service Marketing Manager from Honeywell International Inc., or your Authorized Reseller.
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