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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.
Maintaining the SPT 1700 on page 14 • Troubleshooting on page 15 • Service Information on page backcover. The SPT 1700 Product Reference Guide (p/n 70-37544-xx), available from Symbol or your Reseller, details the applications available on the SPT 1700.
S P T 1 7 0 0 S e r i e s Parts of the SPT 1700 The following illustration indicates each part of the SPT 1700 Terminal. Front View Laser Decode LED Center Scan Button WAN Antenna (SPT 1733/34 only) Scroll Button (Up and Down) Scroll Button...
Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e Parts of the SPT 1700 (continued) Back View Stylus Infrared Port Handstrap Connector Stylus Silo Speaker Reset Button Battery Compartment Lithium-Ion Battery Battery Latch Battery Latch Battery Cover Handstrap Connector Bottom View...
S P T 1 7 0 0 S e r i e s Getting Started with the SPT 1700 Before you can use your SPT 1700, perform the basic set up procedures covered on the following pages. Specifically: • Charge and Install the Battery •...
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R e f e r e n c e Note: The SPT 1700 battery (p/n 20-36098-01) must be used only with the SPT 1700 series terminal. Using the Cradle to Charge the Battery To charge the terminal’s battery using the cradle: 1.
S P T 1 7 0 0 S e r i e s into the battery charging receptacle on the side of the Synchro- nization/Charging Cable. Battery Charging Power Receptacle Supply Serial Cable The battery is fully charged after approximately two hours. Starting the SPT 1700 Press the red power button to start the terminal.
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Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e 1. Press the power button on the front panel of your SPT 1700 to display the Welcome utility. (This also displays following a hard reset). Power Button Note: If necessary, adjust the contrast control on the SPT 1700...
S P T 1 7 0 0 S e r i e s Using the SPT 1700 Using the Power Button/Backlight Control The power button turns the SPT 1700 on and off. This button also serves as your backlight control for low-light conditions. With the unit on, press and hold the power button for approximately 2 seconds to turn the backlight on and off.
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Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e numbers. See the SPT 1700 Product Reference Guide, p/n 70- 37544-xx for more information. Using the Onscreen Keyboard You can activate the on-screen keyboard any time you need to enter text or numbers on your SPT 1700.
S P T 1 7 0 0 S e r i e s Icon Descriptions Exits the current application and lists Applications Icon available applications for selection. Displays the calculator application. Calculator Icon Tap from within an application to Menu Icon display the options menu for the ap- plication.
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Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e Performing a Hard Reset A hard reset also restarts your terminal, but erases all records and entries stored in your SPT 1700 terminal. Therefore, never perform a hard reset unless a soft reset does not solve your problem.
S P T 1 7 0 0 S e r i e s Attaching the Handstrap The SPT 1700 has an optional handstrap which increases comfort when Thread round metal holding the terminal for piece through this extended periods of time. connector To attach the handstrap to the back of the...
• Hold the scanner closer for denser symbols, farther away for larger symbols. • Make sure you scan the top and bottom rows of the symbol. • Be patient - it may take a few swipes to decode the symbol.
Before using the terminal, set up the Spectrum24, CDPD (Cellular Digital Packet Data) or GSM (Global System for Mobile Communication) network connection. Refer to the SPT 1700 Series Product Reference Guide, p/n 70-37544-xx for setup instructions. A small cursor blinks at the top right-hand corner of the screen when the terminal activates a radio connection (Spectrum24, CDPD or GSM).
Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e • Do not store or use your SPT 1700 in any location that is ex- tremely dusty, damp or wet. • If the surface of the SPT 1700 screen becomes soiled, clean it with a soft lens cloth moistened with a diluted window-clean- ing solution.
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S P T 1 7 0 0 S e r i e s SPT 1700 terminal doesn’t recognize my handwriting: • For your SPT 1700 to recognize handwriting input with the ® stylus, you need to use the Graffiti character strokes. See the SPT 1700 Product Reference Guide for information about how to write Graffiti character strokes.
• Verify that the unit is loaded with a scanning application. See your System Administrator. • Check to be sure the bar code symbol is not defaced. • Be sure you are within proper scanning range. • Be sure the unit is programmed to accept the type of bar code you are scanning.
S P T 1 7 0 0 S e r i e s Regulatory Information Radio Frequency Interference Requirements This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communications Commissions Rules and Regulation.
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Q u i c k R e f e r e n c e Applicable Directives • Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 89/336/EEC • Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC Applicable Standards • EN 55022:1998, Limits and Methods of Measurement of Radio Disturbance Characteristics of Information Technology Equipment •...
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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. Any changes or modifications to Symbol Technologies equipment not expressly approved by Symbol Technologies could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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R e f e r e n c e Laser Devices Symbol products using lasers comply with US 21CFR1040.10, and IEC825/EN60825. The laser classification is marked on one of the labels on the product. Class 1 Laser devices are not considered to be hazardous when used for their intended purpose.
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S P T 1 7 0 0 S e r i e s In accordance with Clause 5, IEC 0825 and EN60825, the following information is provided to the user: ENGLISH HEBREW CLASS 1 CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT CLASS 2 LASER LIGHT DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM CLASS 2 LASER PRODUCT...
2 equipment identifier The technical documentation relevant to the above equipment can be made available for inspection on application to: Symbol Technologies EMEA, Symbol Place, Winnersh Triangle, Berkshire, RG 41 5TP, UK Dornu Narnor (name) Director, Regulatory and Technical Sales...
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2 equipment identifier The technical documentation relevant to the above equipment can be made available for inspection on application to: Symbol Technologies EMEA, Symbol Place, Winnersh Triangle, Berkshire, RG 41 5TP, UK Dornu Narnor (name) Director, Regulatory and Technical Sales...
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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 been maintained in accordance with any operating or handling instructions supplied...
Europe/Mid-East Distributor Operations Contact local distributor or call +44 208 945 7360 For Frequently Asked Questions and tips on SPT 1700 operation, please visit the Symbol Palm website at http://www.symbol.com/palm. 70-37543-03 Revision B — March 2001 Symbol Technologies, Inc. One Symbol Plaza Holtsville, NY 11742-1300...