Symbol PTC-2124 User Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Symbol Manuals
  4. Handhelds
  5. PTC-2124
  6. User manual

Symbol PTC-2124 User Manual

Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
Document Number: 30833-000-002
PTC-2124
User's
Guide

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the PTC-2124 and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Related Manuals for Symbol PTC-2124

Summary of Contents for Symbol PTC-2124

  • Page 1 Document Number: 30833-000-002 PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 2 Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250...
  • Page 3 PTC-2124 User’s Guide Document Number: 30833-000-002 Release Date: November 2000...
  • Page 4 The information in this manual is subject to change without notice. Symbol Technologies shall not be liable for technical or editorial omissions or mistakes in this manual. Nor shall it be liable for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the use of the information contained in this manual.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Chapter 3 Scope of the manual........... 7 Document conventions ..............7 Warnings..................7 Cautions................... 7 Notes ....................7 Related publications................ 8 Chapter 4 Overview of the PTC-2124 ........9 Processor ..................9 Operating system/environment ............10 Memory .................... 10 ROM ....................10 RAM ....................10...
  • Page 6 Accessories ..................19 Communication cradles ............... 19 Connector pod................20 Chapter 5 Getting started ............21 Unpacking the PTC-2124..............21 Setting up the PTC................21 Preparing the display screen and IrDA port ......22 Selecting your work area ............. 22 Installing the battery pack ............
  • Page 7 Chapter 10 Communicating data ..........41 Communicating via radio..............41 Communicating using an optional PCMCIA device ...... 41 Using the IrDA port ................ 41 Connecting to a communication cradle .......... 42 Connecting to a connector pod ............42 PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 8 Chapter 12 Maintaining the bridge battery ......49 Recharging the bridge battery............49 Conditioning the bridge battery ............. 50 Replacing the bridge battery ............51 Chapter 13 Maintaining the PTC-2124 ........53 Operating conditions ............... 53 Handling the PTC ................53 Storing/shipping the PTC ............... 54 Cleaning the PTC ................
  • Page 9 Communication and I/O............... 65 Display..................65 Electrical..................66 Environmental ................66 Expansion modules (optional) ............. 66 Memory ..................67 Microprocessor ................67 Operating system/environment........... 67 Physical..................67 Storage..................67 Stylus .................... 67 Appendix B ..................69 Accessory part numbers..............69 PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 10 Connecting to a battery with side terminals ......84 Connecting to the fuse panel ............86 Installing the ground wire............87 Securing the wires ............... 87 Connecting the wire vehicle adapter to the PTC......88 Glossary..................... 89 viii PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    The PTC-2124 User’s Guide provides information that allows the user to set up and use the PTC-2124. This manual is meant to provide information on the various components of this product, including •...

  • Page 12: Contacting Symbol's Product Support Center

    Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 Contacting Symbol’s Support Center Symbol’s Support Center may be contacted to obtain help in resolving any PTC-2124 system problem that you may experience. If you have a problem running your unit or using your equipment, contact your facility’s technical or system support.

  • Page 13: Chapter 1 Regulations

    Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications (DOC). This Class A digital device meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-causing Equipment Regulations. Cet appareil numérique de Classe A respecte les Standards Canadiens d’émissions et perturbations éléctromagnetiques. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 14: 89/336/Eec Compatibility Statement

    The FCC ID is on a label on the back of the unit. DOC statement The PTC-2124’s radio is also approved for use in Canada. The PTC-2124 uses a spread spectrum radio transceiver that qualifies for unlicensed use. The Canadian DOC ID is on a label on the back of the unit.

  • Page 15: Etsi Compliance Statement

    CEPT recommendation T/R 10.01. DataTAC radio regulations The PTC-2124’s internal transmitter has been type accepted in accordance with FCC CFR Title 47, Part 90. The FCC ID, Canadian DOC ID, or ID number for another appropriate regulatory agency is on a label on the back of the PTC.
  • Page 16 PTC will be used. No license is required to operate this product in the U.S. or Canada. For information on operating regulations in other countries, see your Symbol representative. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 17: Chapter 2 Safety Information

    Never attempt to incinerate a lithium-ion battery; doing so could cause it to explode. Symbol urges you to contact the Environmental Protection Agency, the Department of Natural Resources, a local hazardous...

  • Page 18: Ptc Containing A Radio

    Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 Do not throw away the PTC when it has reached the end of its useful life. Send it to an authorized Symbol service center for bridge battery removal and recycling before the unit is disposed of permanently.

  • Page 19: Chapter 3 Scope Of The Manual

    Chapter Scope of the manual This manual provides general information on the PTC-2124’s parts, features, and accessories. It also explains how to operate and maintain the PTC. This manual does not provide instructions on how to perform the tasks specific to your job in your organization.

  • Page 20: Related Publications

    PTC-2124. • CP-1124 Read-Me-First Sheet—Describes the connector pod that can be used with a PTC-2124. The sheet provides instructions on connecting the pod to the PTC and on using the pod’s keyboard, Ethernet, serial, and charger ports.

  • Page 21: Chapter 4 Overview Of The Ptc-2124

    (PTC). It is used to collect, store, and transmit data. Unlike personal computers, which rely primarily on a keyboard for data entry, the PTC-2124 uses its screen as the main input device. In general, operate your PTC by using your finger or the supplied stylus to select choices from menus.

  • Page 22: Operating System/Environment

    It is used to store the PTC’s Basic Input/Output System (BIOS). The PTC-2124 can be ordered with 4, 20, 36, or 64 megabytes (MB) of random access memory. RAM is used to store data that the PTC needs while it is running.

  • Page 23: Display

    Entering data Data can be entered into the PTC-2124 in a variety of ways. You can use your finger or the PTC’s stylus to select options on the PTC’s screen; scan 1D bar codes with an optional laser scanner module;...

  • Page 24: Through An Optional Laser Scanner Module

    Refer to the section titled "Radio" on page 13 for information on radio communication. Applications The Symbol Pen-Based SC400 Software Development Kit, Symbol part number SK20-0219, is available to assist you in developing pen-based applications for your PTC. Contact your Symbol representative for more information.

  • Page 25: Communication

    WAN radio in the U.S. or Canada, but • DataTAC radio you must subscribe to the corresponding radio network (or A DataTAC radio allows the PTC to communicate another DataTAC network) before via a wide-area DataTAC communication the radio can be operated. network. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 26: Antenna

    PTC. receive data. Antenna If the PTC-2124 contains an expansion module and a radio, the radio antenna is located inside the expansion module. Fold the antenna against the PTC If the PTC contains a radio but not an expansion when the unit is not in use.

  • Page 27: Power

    Battery pack Never leave the PTC without the Operating power for the PTC-2124 is provided by a battery pack installed. Removal of rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack. the pack will drain the bridge battery The battery pack can be charged via an AC adapter, (even with the unit suspended).

  • Page 28: Bridge Battery

    Vehicle adapter (optional) Use only the vehicle adapter A 15 VDC, 2.7 A vehicle adapter may be used to supplied by Symbol with the PTC. recharge the PTC’s lithium-ion battery pack and Using any other vehicle adapter nickel-cadmium bridge battery. The adapter plugs could cause damage.

  • Page 29: Other Features

    The CPU LED blinks every 4 seconds. The exact amount of time before the PTC goes into either reduced power state is programmable. Consult the PTC-2124 Software Guide for programming instructions. Resume Refer to the PTC-2124 Software Guide...

  • Page 30: Backlight

    PTC can use the clock to show the date and time on its screen or to time-stamp a file. If the PTC’s battery pack and bridge battery becomefully discharged, the date and time will be lost and have to be re-entered. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 31: Display Contrast

    Accessories Communication cradles Two communication cradles are available for use with the PTC-2124: the SC-1124 Desktop Cradle and the VC-1124 Vehicle Cradle. These cradles recharge simultaneously the PTC’s battery pack and a spare pack and allow the PTC to communicate with a host computer.

  • Page 32: Connector Pod

    PTC’s cradle connector, allows the PTC to be serial ports. connected to a variety of external devices, including a keyboard, an Ethernet network, and a serial device. The pod also contains a charger jack to recharge the PTC’s battery pack. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 33: Chapter 5 Getting Started

    • a 15 VDC, 2.7 A AC or vehicle adapter (if ordered), • a stylus, • a PTC-2124 Read-Me-First Sheet, and • a PTC-2124 User’s Guide. The following steps should be performed in unpacking the shipping box. If anything is missing or damaged, 1.

  • Page 34: Preparing The Display Screen And Irda Port

    Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 Preparing the display screen and IrDA port If the plastic sheets are not The PTC-2124’s display screen and IrDA port may be removed, the PTC may not operate covered by a thin sheet of plastic to provide protection properly.

  • Page 35: Charging The Bridge Battery

    PTC at the factory. If you need to load application software, instructions are provided in the PTC-2124 Software Guide and in the documentation that accompanies the Symbol Pen- Based SC400 Software Development Kit. Refer to Appendix B for ordering information.
  • Page 36 Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 37: Chapter 6 Parts

    Flash EPROM Flash EPROMs are electronic chips installed inside the PTC. In the PTC-2124, a flash EPROM holds the boot loader. If your PTC contains a radio, a separate flash EPROM holds the program that controls the radio.
  • Page 38 Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 Figure 1. The PTC-2124 (top view) 1. Display screen 3. Expansion module connector 2. On/Off button 4. Backlight button 4. Backlight button 5. CPU LED 6. Speaker 7. Batt LED 8. Contrast button 10. Function button 9.
  • Page 39 An additional line at the bottom of the display is reserved for six icons: P1 through P6. These icons can be custom programmed to meet the needs of your application. The provides information on PTC-2124 Software Guide programming the PTC’s display icons. 10. This button can be programmed via the PTC’s application to perform a specific function.
  • Page 40 Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 Figure 2. The PTC-2124 (right side view) 1. Scan trigger (one on each side) 3. Optional laser scanner 2. IrDA port 4. Battery door 5. Battery release button 6. Hand grip (one on each side) Pressing one of the scan triggers (one on each side of the PTC) activates the PTC’s optional laser scanner module. The shape of the scan trigger conforms to the shape of the human thumb for ease of operation.
  • Page 41 The PCMCIA slots are connectors that allow you to attach a variety of credit-card-size accessories. These include data cards, modems, local area network (LAN) adapters, and wireless communication cards. The PTC-2124’s PCMCIA slots accept two Type II or one Type III PCMCIA card. Type III cards must be inserted into Slot 1, the slot farthest from the PTC’s cradle connector.
  • Page 42 Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 43: Chapter 7 Drive Lettering And Boot Sequence

    SRAM support in PCMCIA Slot 0. SRAM support in PCMCIA Slot 1. Internal compact flash hard disk drive (if present) or ATA hard disk drive card in Slot 0 or 1 (replaces drives A and B) D or above RAM disk drives. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 44: With Card And Socket Services And Dos

    C and then searching Slot 0 (the slot closest to the PTC’s cradle connector) until the file is found. • The PTC then searches for autoexec.bat, starting on drive C and then searching Slot 0 until the file is found. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 45: Chapter 8 Operating The Ptc

    To turn on the PTC, press the On/Off button. The CPU LED blinks rapidly while the PTC boots. Refer to the PTC-2124 Software Guide When the PTC is in standby mode, you can wake it by for a list of other possible wake gently tapping the tip of the stylus on the PTC’s...

  • Page 46: Turning Off The Ptc

    • the PTC is not accessing the PCMCIA slot(s) or the hard disk drive, • the PTC is not communicating through its internal radio or IrDA port, and • you have saved all files as a precaution. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 47: Entering Information On The Screen

    3. To write data in a field on a form, use the stylus to print the letters or numbers. Use very little pressure when writing on the screen. Print the letters or numbers larger than the space between the top and bottom of the field. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 48 Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 49: Chapter 9 Using The Pcmcia Slots

    Chapter Using the PCMCIA slots The PTC-2124 contains two user-accessible PCMCIA slots that can accept two Type II or one Type III PCMCIA card or device. Note: If the PTC contains a factory-installed LAN radio, only one PCMCIA slot, which accepts Type II cards, is available.

  • Page 50: Other Pcmcia Devices

    Doing so end opposite the connector. See Figures 4 and 5. could cause damage. 1. Suspend the PTC. 2. Open the PCMCIA door by pulling the flexible door open with your index finger. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 51: Removing A Pcmcia Card Or Device

    3. If the card is in Slot 0, use the tape as a pull tab to remove the card. If the card is in slot 1, press the Eject button located near the PCMCIA slot. 4. Close the PCMCIA door. 5. Resume the PTC. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 52 Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 53: Chapter 10 Communicating Data

    See the instructions provided with the PCMCIA device and the information in Chapter 9. Using the IrDA port The PTC-2124’s IrDA 1.0 port allows the PTC to communicate via pulses of light to and from other IrDA-compliant devices, such as printers and host systems.

  • Page 54: Connecting To A Communication Cradle

    Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 Connecting to a communication cradle See the manual provided with your The PTC-2124 can be installed in an optional SC-1124 cradle for instructions on how to Desktop Cradle or VC-1124 Vehicle Cradle, which install the PTC.

  • Page 55: Chapter 11 Maintaining The Battery Pack

    1.5 to 2.5 hours to battery pack in 1.5 to 2.5 hours (at room recharge if the charging process temperature). The charger senses the power occurs below room temperature. remaining in the battery pack and decreases the charging time accordingly. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 56: Charging Via The Ac Or Vehicle Adapter

    Charging via the AC or vehicle adapter The PTC-2124’s battery pack can be recharged in one of two ways: via an AC adapter that connects to both the PTC’s power jack and an AC electrical outlet (via a power cord) or via a vehicle adapter that attaches to the PTC’s power jack and to a vehicle’s cigarette...

  • Page 57: Charging Via A Communication Cradle

    3. Tilt the PTC and allow the pack to slide out into your hand. Installing a new battery pack 1. Insert the battery pack into the PTC’s battery compartment, making sure that the battery pack’s contacts align with the contacts inside the battery compartment. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 58: Getting The Most Out Of Your Battery Pack

    • Reduce the screen’s contrast or turn the backlight off. • Keep radio use to a minimum. Symbol recommends cleaning the • Keep the battery pack contacts and the contacts contacts using isopropyl alcohol or a on the PTC clean.

  • Page 59: Battery Pack Life

    Do not incinerate old battery packs. See the instructions for disposing of them in Chapter 2. Disposing of battery packs Lithium-ion battery packs are hazardous waste. See Chapter 2 for information on how to dispose of them properly. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 60 Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 61: Chapter 12 Maintaining The Bridge Battery

    Chapter Maintaining the bridge battery Recharging the bridge battery The PTC-2124 has an internal rechargeable nickel- cadmium bridge battery that protects data in the PTC’s memory when the main battery pack runs out of power or is being replaced. While a charged battery pack is in the PTC, the bridge battery is inactive.

  • Page 62: Conditioning The Bridge Battery

    Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 Conditioning the bridge battery The PTC-2124’s nickel-cadmium bridge battery is susceptible to “memory” effects. This means that even if the bridge battery appears to be fully charged, it may not be able to back up the contents of the PTC’s memory if the main battery pack is removed before the PTC is placed in suspend mode.

  • Page 63: Replacing The Bridge Battery

    The PTC’s nickel-cadmium bridge battery is not user replaceable. When the bridge battery no longer holds a charge, send your PTC to an authorized Symbol service center to have the bridge battery replaced. The service center will insert a new bridge battery into your PTC and follow the proper procedure to recycle the failed battery.
  • Page 64 Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 65: Chapter 13 Maintaining The Ptc-2124

    Maintaining the PTC-2124 Operating conditions If the PTC is operated at low Although the PTC-2124 is designed to resist dust, temperatures, the display may dirt, and moisture, it should not be used in excessively darken, and the response time may dirty or moist conditions.

  • Page 66: Storing/Shipping The Ptc

    8. Pack the PTC in the original packing material or in a padded box and put it in a safe place, away from dust, dirt, humidity, and excessive cold or heat. 9. Recharge the PTC’s battery pack every 60 days. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 67: Cleaning The Ptc

    Disposing of the PTC When your PTC has reached the end of its useful life, do not throw it away. Send it to an authorized Symbol service center for bridge battery removal and recycling before the unit is disposed of permanently.
  • Page 68 Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 69: Chapter 14 Troubleshooting

    Check that your software is properly installed and that the application program and data files are not corrupted. See Chapter 15 for instructions. • If the PTC locks up (the application stops responding), perform a warm reboot. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 70: Beep Codes

    PTC does not turn on • Charge or replace the battery pack. See Chapter 15 for instructions. • Try to reboot the PTC. • If the PTC still does not operate, follow your organization’s procedure to have the PTC serviced. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 71: Ptc Does Not Respond Correctly To The Stylus

    PTC does not respond correctly to the stylus • The PTC’s resistive touch panel digitizer may need to be recalibrated. Make arrangements with your VAR representative or an authorized Symbol service center to have the unit’s digitizer recalibrated. • If the PTC still does not respond correctly, follow your organization’s procedure to have the PTC...

  • Page 72: Battery Pack Does Not Hold A Full Charge After Recharging

    Application locks up • Reboot the PTC using the instructions in Chapter 15. • Reset the PTC using the instructions in Chapter 15. • Follow your organization’s procedure to have the PTC serviced. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 73: Getting Help

    Getting help Getting help Try the following before contacting Symbol: • Review the troubleshooting sections in your pen operating environment and Microsoft manuals. • Review the documentation for your application. Cannot correct the problem Contact your Symbol service • Notify your Symbol service representative, or representative for information on •...
  • Page 74 Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 75: Chapter 15 Rebooting/Resetting The Ptc

    CPU LED blinks red quickly while the unit boots up. From an attached keyboard If a keyboard is attached to your PTC-2124 via a communication cradle or connector pod, you can reboot the unit by pressing the Ctrl, Alt, and Delete keys simultaneously.

  • Page 76: Via The Pop-Up Keyboard From The Dos Prompt

    Reset button within the battery compartment. 3. Reinstall the PTC’s battery pack, following the instructions in Chapter 11. 4. Press the On/Off button. The CPU LED blinks red quickly and the screen is blank for approximately 10 seconds while the PTC reboots. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 77: Specifications

    Type II cards, is IrDA 1.0 port: Infrared lens for serial IrDA available. communications; up to 115.2 Kbps Display Type: Transflective monochrome Size: 4.7 in./11.7 cm (diagonal) Resolution: 1/4 VGA, 320 x 240 pixels Digitizer: ‘ Transparent resistive touch panel PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 78: Electrical

    3 ft (1 m) drop to concrete surface Operating altitude: Up to 15,000 ft (4,572 m) Rain: Rain drip on all surfaces ESD protection: 15 kv; no damage (U.S. and Canada) 8 kv; no reset (Europe) Expansion modules (optional) Laser scanner: Standard range PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 79: Memory

    Two Type II or one Type III installed LAN radio, only one PCMCIA PCMCIA data card slot, which accepts Type II cards, is Hard drive: Internal solid-state compact available. flash hard disk drive; 8 MB nominal Stylus Type: Aluminum with spring-loaded Teflon tip PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 80 Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 81: Accessory Part Numbers

    Accessory part numbers Appendix B Accessory part numbers Contact your Symbol sales The following table contains part numbers for representative to order any of the ordering PTC-2124 accessories. following parts. Table 1. Accessory part numbers SC-1124 Desktop Cradle Item Part Number...
  • Page 82 Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 Item Part Number Software Symbol Pen-Based SC400 Software 24136-000 Development Kit Related publications SC-1124/VC-1124 User’s Guide 24390-000 CP-1124 Read-Me-First Sheet 23382-002 PTC-2124 Software Guide 24136-200 PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 83: Appendix C

    Blinking red PTC is in software standby (every 2 seconds) mode. Blinking red PTC is in suspend mode. (every 4 seconds) Solid red The PTC’s scanner is active. Solid green The PTC has successfully scanned a bar code. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 84: Batt Led Codes

    Solid red Low battery pack—recharge it. Blinking red Low bridge battery—recharge bridge battery or send PTC to Symbol service center to have bridge battery replaced. Blinking green Battery pack is being charged. Solid green Battery pack has reached a full charge.

  • Page 85: Tips On Using A Stylus To Enter Data

    Write commas near the bottom of the field, and apostrophes near the top of the field.· • When printing colons or semicolons, draw the top dot first. • Write the letter “Z” with a small horizontal line through its middle. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 86 Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 • Write the number “0” with a slash through it. • Write the number “1” with a small horizontal line under it. • Write the number “5” with two strokes rather than one. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 87: Appendix E

    Connector pinouts Appendix E Connector pinouts The cradle connector is shown in This appendix provides pinouts of the PTC-2124’s Figure 3 on page 29, with the cradle connector and scanner expansion module position of Pin 1 indicated. connector. It also lists pinouts for the CP-1124 Connector Pod’s keyboard port, Ethernet port, and...
  • Page 88 Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 With the top cover of the scanner Table 5. PTC-2124 scanner expansion module connector expansion module removed, the pinouts scanner expansion module connector is located just under the top of the Signal Description PTC housing. Refer to Figure 2. The PTC-2124 (right side view) on page 28.
  • Page 89 Configuration 2 VSCAN_5V Scanner +5-volt power CH_GND Chassis ground Table 6. CP-1124 keyboard port pinouts Signal Description KDAT Keyboard data (TTL sig- nals) No connection GND ground Keyboard power (+5 VDC) KCLK Keyboard clock (TTL signal) No connection PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 90 RXD- No connection No connection No connection No connection Table 8. CP-1124 serial port pinouts Signal Description No connection Receive data Transmit data No connection Signal ground No connection Request to send Clear to send No connection PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 91: Using The Optional Expansion Modules

    Follow the instructions in this appendix to use the PTC-2124’s optional laser scanner module. Using the laser scanner module If your PTC-2124 has an attached laser scanner module, the unit can be programmed to recognize, read, and discriminate automatically among six 1D bar-code types.

  • Page 92: Code 128

    Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 Supported bar codes Other bar-code types (such as Code The PTC-2124’s optional laser scanner module can be 11 and Code 93) are available by programmed to read and automatically discriminate special order. However, the PTC can...

  • Page 93: Appendix G

    Connecting a wire vehicle adapter to the The procedures in this This appendix provides instructions for connecting a appendix should be performed wire vehicle adapter to the PTC-2124’s power jack and only by qualified maintenance to a vehicle’s constant 12 or 24 VDC power source, personnel.

  • Page 94: Installing The Power Wire

    2. If necessary, use a crimped wire splice (for #18 AWG) to join the additional length of wire to the power wire after cutting off the spade lug. 3. If necessary, drill a hole through the vehicle’s firewall for the power wire. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 95 If necessary, crimp a 3/8 in. terminal ring onto the free end of the fuse link. Crimped terminal ring 8. Remove the bolt from the battery’s positive (+) terminal. 9. Replace the bolt with a 3/8 x 1 1/2 in. bolt. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 96: Connecting To A Battery With Side Terminals

    (+) terminal. wire. 2. If necessary, use a crimped wire splice (for #18 AWG) to join the additional length of wire to the power wire after cutting off the spade lug. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 97 Fuse link 7. Attach a fuse link to the stripped end of the wire using a crimped splice. If necessary, crimp a 3/8 in. terminal ring onto the free end of the fuse link. Crimped terminal ring PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 98: Connecting To The Fuse Panel

    2. Crimp the correct connector for your fuse panel onto the power wire. Many fuse panels require a female 3. Connect the power wire to the fuse panel. spade connector. 4. Install a fuse of the proper rating (7.5 A) in the fuse panel. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 99: Installing The Ground Wire

    Securing the wires Wire ties should be used to secure the installed wires. Secure the wires in place every 12 to 18 inches (30 to 46 centimeters) using wire ties. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 100: Connecting The Wire Vehicle Adapter To The Ptc

    5. If you wish to remove the PTC from the vehicle, disconnect the vehicle adapter from the PTC’s power jack. If the PTC remains connected to vehicle power, the PTC will continue to receive power from the vehicle’s battery or fuse panel, not from its battery pack. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...

  • Page 101: Glossary

    Carrier detect signal. CD indicates that the modem is receiving a signal from the remote modem. Clear-to-send signal. CTS indicates that the line between a modem and a terminal device is clear for transmission. CTS typically follows a raised request- to-send (RTS) signal. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 102 To add data to a file or to read data from a file, the program must access the file by its file name. flash EPROM A type of erasable programmable read-only memory that can be erased and reprogrammed electronically while installed in a PTC. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 103 Liquid crystal display. Light-emitting diode. lithium-ion battery A type of rechargeable battery used to power some PTCs, including the PTC-2124. The advantage of lithium-ion batteries (over nickel-cadmium batteries) is their increased capacity in comparable weight and volume. Milliamperes. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 104 A type of rechargeable battery used to power some PTCs. The PTC-2124 contains a nickel-cadmium bridge battery. PCMCIA A type of standard interface used in the PTC-2124. It enables the PTC to connect to many standard devices, including data cards and PCMCIA modems. pen operating environment...
  • Page 105 Radio frequency. Ring indicate signal. RI alerts a modem to a call waiting on the attached telephone line. Read-only memory. In the PTC-2124, ROM stores the PTC’s BIOS. RS-232 An Electronic Industries Association (EIA) standard that defines the connector, connector pins, and signals used to transfer data serially from one device to another.
  • Page 106 Contrast with LAN. warm boot To turn on a PTC with its memory intact. A warm boot restores all hardware and causes the application program to return to the beginning. PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 107 Battery pack does not hold a full charge after Communication 13 recharging 60 Communication cradles 19 Battery pack life 47 Compact flash hard disk drive 12 Battery power check 18 Conditioning the bridge battery 50 Beep codes 58 CONFIG.SYS 32 Configuring the PTC 23 PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 108 Connecting to the fuse panel 86 Connector pinouts 75 Entering data 11 Connector Pod 13, 20, 29, 42, 65, 69, 75 Entering information on the screen 35 Contacting Symbol's Product Support ESD protection 66 Center ix Ethernet 19, 75 Contrast button 27, 63...
  • Page 109 Operating the PTC with the AC or vehicle Laser scanner module 6, 12, 80 adapter connected 43 Laser scanner module does not read a label Overview of the PTC-2124 9 LED codes 58 Liquid crystal display (LCD) 26 Parts 25...
  • Page 110 PTC-2124 pen-based compute 21 Scope of the manual 7 PTC-2124 Read-Me-First Sheet 21 Securing the wires 87 PTC-2124 Software Guide 8, 17, 23, 27, 33, Selecting your work area 22 Serial port pinouts 78 PTC-2124 User’s Guide 21 Servicing the PTC 55...
  • Page 111 Transflective, monochrome display 11 Troubleshooting 57 Turning off the PTC 34 Turning on the PTC 33 Unpacking the PTC-2124 21 Using a stylus to enter data 73 Using and disposing of lithium-ion batteries Using the image reader module 80 Using the IrDA port 41...
  • Page 112 PTC-2124 User’s Guide...
  • Page 114 Chapter 3 Configuring TN-3270/5250 Symbol Technologies, Inc. One Symbol Plaza Holtsville, NY 11742-1300 (Document No: 30833-000-002) Printed in the U.S.A. !30833-000-002!

Table of Contents