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MX3Plus
Hand-Held Computer
Microsoft® Windows® CE 5 Operating System
User's Guide

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  • Page 1 MX3Plus Hand-Held Computer Microsoft® Windows® CE 5 Operating System User's Guide...

  • Page 2: Limited Warranty

    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.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Laser Warnings and Labels Label Location Label Components Front Back Endcap Endcap Options Chapter 2: Set Up A New MX3Plus Hardware Setup Software Setup End User License Agreement (EULA) Battery Connect or Remove the Battery Pack Insert/Replace Battery Remove Battery...
  • Page 4 Cleaning the Touch Screen and Scanner Aperture 2-19 Startup Help 2-20 Continuous Scan Mode 2-20 Chapter 3: Connecting Cables to the MX3Plus Connect Cable - USB Host Connect Cable - USB Client Connect Cable - Serial Connecting an AC/DC Power Supply Connecting Vehicle Power...

  • Page 5: Chapter 1: Introduction

    This user's guide has been developed for a MX3Plus with a Microsoft® Windows® CE 5 operating system. End User License Agreement (EULA) When a new MX3Plus starts up a EULA is displayed on the touch screen. It remains on the screen until the Accept or Decline button is tapped with a stylus.

  • Page 6: Laser Warnings And Labels

    Do not stare directly into the laser beam. Do not remove the laser caution labels from the MX3Plus. Do not connect the laser bar code aperture to any other device. The laser bar code aperture is certified for use with the MX3Plus only.

  • Page 7: Components

    Components Front 1. Endcap 2. Display 3. Scan, Enter or Field Exit (programmable) 4. Beeper 5. On / Off Button 6. 2nd LED 7. Alt LED 8. Ctrl LED 9. Shift LED 10. Caps LED 11. Scanner LED 12. Backup Battery LED 13.

  • Page 8: Back

    Back 1. Endcap 2. Leather Handtrap Connector 3. IR Port (COM 2 Port) 4. Cradle Input Contacts 5. Main Battery 6. Stylus 7. Back Cover Endcap 1. DC Power Jack 2. Left Port 3. Right Port (USB-C) 4. Audio Jack or External Antenna Connector Note: The IR port on the back of the device is COM 2.

  • Page 9: Endcap Options

    Endcap Options Left Port (2) Right Port (3) See (4) Serial COM3 Serial COM1 Audio Jack Serial COM3 USB Client Audio Jack USB Host Serial COM1 Audio Jack USB Host USB Client Audio Jack Scanner Serial COM1 Audio Jack Scanner USB Client Audio Jack Serial COM3...

  • Page 11: Chapter 2: Set Up A New Mx3Plus

    Chapter 2: Set Up A New MX3Plus This page lists a quick outline of the steps you might take when setting up a new MX3Plus. More instruction for each step is listed later in this guide. Please refer to the MX3Plus Reference Guide for additional information and instruction.

  • Page 12: Battery

    MX3Plus. An MX3Plus will retain data, while the main battery is removed and replaced with a fully charged main battery, for 5 minutes. Important: When the internal battery power is Low or Very Low connect the AC adapter to the MX3Plus before replacing the main battery.

  • Page 13: Remove Battery

    Place the discharged battery pack in a powered battery charger. Hotswap the Main Battery Place the MX3Plus in Suspend Mode. Honeywell recommends any work in progress be saved prior to replacing the battery pack. Simply replace the discharged battery with a fully-charged battery. An MX3Plus, with a fully charged internal battery, will retain...

  • Page 14: Charge Or Recharge The Main Battery

    The MX3Plus Battery Charger is designed for an indoor, protected environment. New batteries must be fully charged prior to use. The main battery can be recharged in an AC powered Battery Charger after the battery has been removed from the MX3Plus or its packing material when new.

  • Page 15: Backlights And Indicators

    Backlights and Indicators Across the top of the keypad are LEDs (Light Emitting Diodes) that provide visual cues to current MX3Plus operation. When the LED is not illuminated, the function is inactive. When illuminated . . . The next keypress is a 2nd keypress. Amber when on. Blinks amber during configuration key sequence.

  • Page 16: Tapping The Touch Screen With A Stylus

    Tapping the Touch Screen with a Stylus Note: Always use the point of the stylus for tapping or making strokes on the touch screen. Never use an actual pen, pencil, or sharp/abrasive object to write on the touch screen. Hold the stylus as if it were a pen or pencil. Touch an element on the screen with the tip of the stylus then remove the stylus from the screen.

  • Page 17: Touch Screen

    Adjusting the Display Backlight Timer Start > Settings > Control Panel > Display > Backlight The backlight settings use the Honeywell set of default timeouts and are synchronized to the User Idle setting in the Schemes tab in the Power control panel.

  • Page 18: Using The Input Panel / Virtual Keyboard

    Using the Input Panel / Virtual Keyboard The virtual keyboard is always available when needed e.g., text entry. Place the cursor in the text entry field and, using the stylus: Tap the Shift key to type one capital letter. Tap the CAPS key to type all capital letters. Tap the áü...

  • Page 19: Set Date And Time Zone

    Tap Start > Settings > Control Panel > Date/Time icon or tap the Date/Time in the taskbar. Set Date, Time, Time Zone, and assign a Daylight Savings location on the MX3Plus after a warm boot or anytime. There is very little functional change from standard desktop PC Date/Time Properties options. Adjust the settings and tap the OK button or the Apply button to save changes to the registry.

  • Page 20: Set Power Scheme Timers

    System Idle timer has expired. When the User Idle timer is set to “Never”, the power scheme timers never place the MX3Plus in User Idle, System Idle or Suspend modes (even when the MX3Plus is idle).

  • Page 21: Adjust Speaker Volume

    You can also select / deselect sounds for key clicks and screen taps and whether each is loud or soft. As the volume scroll bar is moved between Loud and Soft, the MX3Plus emits a tone each time the volume increases or decreases in decibel range.

  • Page 22: Setup Terminal Emulation Parameters

    Setup Terminal Emulation Parameters Before you make a host connection, you will, at a minimum, need to know: the alias name or IP address (Host Address) and the port number (Telnet Port) of the host system to properly set up your host session. 1.

  • Page 23: Using The Applock Switchpad

    Click the switchpad icon in the taskbar. A checkmark on the switchpad menu indicates applications currently active or available for Launching by the MX3Plus user. When Keyboard, on the Switchpad Menu, is selected, the default input method (Input Panel, Transcriber, or custom input method) is activated.

  • Page 24: Connecting Bluetooth Devices

    The system administrator has also assigned a Computer Friendly Name using LXEZ Pairing Control Panel for the MX3Plus. To connect Bluetooth devices, the MX3Plus should be as close as possible and in direct line of sight (distances up to 32.8 feet or 10 meters) with the targeted Bluetooth device during the discovery and pairing process.

  • Page 25: Reboot

    . Tap the OK button. Note: Because of the extreme nature of cold boot, Honeywell recommends using this command only as an emergency (or when instructed to do so as part of a specific MX3Plus procedure). The text typed in the text box can be upper or lower case or a combination of upper and lower case letters.

  • Page 26: Attaching The Handstrap

    3. Fold each end of the strap over so that the closed loop fastener surfaces mate evenly. 4. Test the strap's connection making sure the MX3Plus is securely connected to each end of the handstrap's connectors. Check the closed loop fastener, retainer bracket and clip connections frequently. If they have loosened, they must be tightened or replaced before the MX3Plus is placed into service again.

  • Page 27: Attach Stylus Tether And Sleeve

    Attach Stylus Tether and Sleeve The stylus kit includes the stylus, tether and sleeves. The tether allows the stylus to be mounted to the MX3Plus and the sleeve provides storage for the stylus when not in use. Determine a convenient location for the stylus sleeve.

  • Page 28: Adjust Headset / Microphone And Secure Cable

    The headset consists of an earpiece, a microphone, a clothing clip and a cable. The headset attaches to the audio cable end of the voice cable which attaches to the MX3Plus. Align the audio connector and the headset quick connect cable end. Firmly push the cable ends together until they click and lock in place.

  • Page 29: Cleaning The Touch Screen And Scanner Aperture

    Cleaning the Touch Screen and Scanner Aperture Note: These instructions are for components made of glass. If there is a removable protective film sheet on the display, remove the film sheet before cleaning the screen. Keep fingers and rough or sharp objects away from the bar code reader scanning aperture and the mobile device touch screen. If the glass becomes soiled or smudged, clean only with a standard household cleaner such as Windex®...

  • Page 30: Startup Help

    (in a linear fashion) and never just stop working. This is don't last more than a few hours. important to remember – the MX3Plus is always ‘on’ even when in the Suspend state and draws battery power at all times.

  • Page 31: Chapter 3: Connecting Cables To The Mx3Plus

    1. Connect to MX3Plus serial port 2. Host USB port 1. Seat the cable end connector (connector 1) firmly over the USB-C port on the MX3Plus endcap. 2. Tighten the thumbscrews in a clockwise direction. Do not over tighten. 3. Connector 2 on the cable provides a USB-Host connection.

  • Page 32: Connect Cable - Serial

    1. Seat the cable end connector firmly over the serial COM port on the endcap. 2. Turn the thumbscrews in a clockwise direction. Do not over tighten. 3. Use a strain relief clamp to secure the cable to the MX3Plus. 4. Connect the other cable end to the desired serial device.

  • Page 33: Connecting An Ac/Dc Power Supply

    (IEC 320 connector). 3. Plug cordset into appropriate, grounded, electrical supply receptacle (AC mains). 4. Insert the barrel connector end of the AC/DC 12V power supply adapter into the power jack on the MX3Plus endcap and push in firmly.

  • Page 34: Connecting Vehicle Power

    9000302PWRSPLY – Power Supply, 60-110VDC with cable Connecting Electrical Cables to Power Sources The DC to DC power supply is used to provide vehicle power to the MX3Plus when placed in a DC powered vehicle dock. Specifications for Electrical Supply...

  • Page 35: Wiring Schematic

    Connect Vehicle Electrical Connection 1. The vehicle cradle must be empty. 2. Begin by connecting the power cable to the MX3Plus's vehicle cradle. Work from this connection with the last connection being to the vehicle’s power source. 3. Route the cable from the cradle to the DC to DC converter.
  • Page 36 10. Wire colors depend on the type of device attached. Please refer to this illustration for wire colors. 11. Use the looms and wire ties to secure all wiring as shown above, then reattach the cover with the screws. 12. Connect the DC to DC converter to the vehicle’s electrical system. 13.

  • Page 37: Vehicle Cradle 10.8-16Vdc Direct Connection

    Correct electrical polarity is required for safe and proper installation. Connecting the cable to the vehicle cradle with the polarity reversed will cause the vehicle cradle fuse to be blown. See the following table for wire color-coding specifics. Wiring color codes for Honeywell supplied DC input power cabling: Vehicle Supply Wire Color +10.8 - 16VDC (DC +)

  • Page 38: Vehicle Cradle 24/72 Maximum Vdc Input Cable Connection

    Vehicle Cradle 24/72 Maximum VDC Input Cable Connection Caution For proper and safe installation, the input power cable must be connected to a fused circuit on the vehicle. This fused circuit requires a 5 Amp maximum time delay (slow blow) fuse. If the supply connection is made directly to the battery, the fuse should be installed in the positive lead within 5 inches of the battery positive (+) terminal.

  • Page 39: Vehicle Power Supply Footprint

    Width: 3.5” / 9 cm Length: 8.75” / 22.2 cm 1. If the MX3Plus is in the cradle, it can be either On or Off during this process. 2. Turn the Power Supply toggle switch to the Off position. 3. While observing the fuse requirements specified above, connect the power cable as close as possible to the actual battery terminals of the vehicle.

  • Page 40: Connecting The Headset Cable

    2. Headphones 3. Connects to voice cable end of voice cable Connect the MX3Plus voice cable I/O connector to the I/O port on the MX3Plus. The MX3Plus internal microphone and speaker are automatically disabled. Slide the voice cable ends together until they click shut. Do not twist or bend the connectors.

  • Page 41: Connecting A Tethered Scanner

    MX3Plus’s serial port. To set the MX3Plus to use a tethered scanner, select Start > Settings > Control Panel > Scanner > COM1 (or 2 or 3). Tap the “Power on Pin 9 (+5V)” checkbox for the COM port selected. The COM port that accepts the scanner data can be configured for data rate, parity, stop bits and data bits.
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  • Page 43: Chapter 4: Product Agency Compliance - Mx3Plus

    Li-Ion Battery When disposing of the MX3Plus main battery, the following precautions should be observed: The battery should be disposed of properly. The battery should not be disassembled or crushed. The battery should not be heated above 212°F (100°C) or...
  • Page 44 This equipment has shown compliance with FCC and Industry Canada Specific Absorption Rate (SAR) limits. Highest reported SAR for the MX3Plus is 1.176W/kg on body. Any accessories not provided by Honeywell should not be used with this device. This device must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other antenna or transmitter.

  • Page 45: Laser Light Safety Statement

    Laser Light Safety Statement Warning: This product uses laser light. One of the following labels is provided on the scanner. Please read the Cau- tion statement. (US) Mise én garde: Ce produit utilise un rayon laser. L’une des étiquettes suivantes est apposée sur le scanneur. Veuillez lire l’avertissement qu’elle contient.

  • Page 47: Lithium Battery Safety Statement

    Lithium Battery Safety Statement Caution: Lithium battery inside. Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with same or equivalent type recommended by battery manufacturer. (US) Attention: Contient une pile de lithium. Risque d’explosion dans le cas où la pile ne serait pas correctement remplacée. Remplacer uniquement avec une pile semblable ou equivalente au type de pile recommandé...
  • Page 48 Lithium Battery Safety Statement, continued Legend: Chinese – CN; Danish – DK; Dutch – NL; English – US; Finnish – FI; French- - FR; German – DE; Greek – GR; Italian – IT; Japanese – JP; Korean – KR; Norwegian – NO; Portuguese – PT; Spanish – ES; Swedish – SE; Turkish – TR.

  • Page 49: Vehicle Power Supply Connection Safety Statement

    Vehicle Power Supply Connection Safety Statement Vehicle Power Supply Connection: If the supply connection is made directly to the battery, a 5A slow-blow fuse should be installed in the positive lead within 5 inches (12.7 cm.) of the battery positive (+) terminal. (US) Raccordement de l’alimentation du véhicule Si l’alimentation est raccordée directement à...

  • Page 51: Chapter 5: Technical Assistance

    Limited Warranty Honeywell International Inc. ("HII") warrants its products to be free from defects in materials and workmanship and to conform to HII’s published specifications applicable to the products purchased at the time of shipment. This warranty does not cover any HII product which is (i) improperly installed or used;...
  • Page 52 The duration of the limited warranty for the MX3Plus Battery Charger is 1 year. The duration of the limited warranty for the MX3Plus 1900 Ah Li-Ion Battery is 6 months. The duration of the limited warranty for the MX3Plus AC power supply and cables is 1 year.
  • Page 54 Honeywell Scanning & Mobility 9680 Old Bailes Road Fort Mill, SC 29707 www.honeywellaidc.com E-EQ-MX3PLUSOGWW Rev P 10/12...

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