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  • Page 1 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide...
  • Page 3 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 72-57773-02 Revision A May 2003...
  • Page 4 The software is provided strictly on an “as is” basis. All software, including firmware, furnished to the user is on a licensed basis. Symbol grants to the user a non-transferable and non-exclusive license to use each software or firmware program delivered hereunder (licensed program).

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Symbol Support Center ........
  • Page 6 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Using Single Slot Charging Cradles (1950 mAh Battery Only) ........... . 1-22 Using the Vehicle Charging Cradle (1950 mAh Battery Only) .
  • Page 7 Contents Selecting Writing ............2-25 Converting Writing to Text .
  • Page 8 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Chapter 4. Communications Chapter Contents ............. . 4-1 Introduction .
  • Page 9 Contents Creating E-mail Messages ..........5-18 Managing E-mail Messages and Folders .
  • Page 10 Symbol Windows CE SDK ........
  • Page 11 Contents Save the Script ............11-9 Building the Image .
  • Page 12 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Images (ImageViewer Sample)...........B-11 CE Apps .
  • Page 13 Contents Appendix D. Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Tables........... D-1 COM Port Definitions.
  • Page 14 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide...

  • Page 15: About This Guide

    The PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide provides information about the PDT 8100 Series terminal with Intel XScale™ application processor technology and the Pocket PC 2002 Operating System. The PDT 8100 Series includes the following variations of the terminal: •...

  • Page 16: Notational Conventions

    37-key, and 47-key keyboards. Notational Conventions This document uses these conventions: • “terminal” or “PDT 8100” refers to any model of PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology. • “scanner” or “scanning” refers to the integrated laser scanner and the integrated imager, unless otherwise noted.

  • Page 17: Related Documents

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Quick Reference Guide, p/n 72-57770-xx • Symbol Software Developer’s Kit (SDK) for the PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology available at http://devzone.symbol.com/ • TRG 8100 Trigger Handle Quick Reference Guide, p/n 72-55949-xx •...

  • Page 18: Service Information

    38880-xx. Service Information If you have a problem with terminal equipment, contact the Symbol Support Center. If your problem cannot be resolved over the phone, you may need to return your equipment for servicing. If that is necessary, you will be given special directions.
  • Page 19 About This Guide Australia Austria/Österreich Symbol Technologies Pty. Ltd. Symbol Technologies Austria GmbH 432 St. Kilda Road Prinz-Eugen Strasse 70 / 2.Haus Melbourne, Victoria 3004 1040 Vienna, Austria 1-800-672-906 (Inside Australia) 01-5055794-0 (Inside Austria) +61-3-9866-6044 (Outside Australia) +43-1-5055794-0 (Outside Austria)
  • Page 20 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Netherlands/Nederland Norway/Norge Symbol Technologies Symbol’s registered and mailing address: Kerkplein 2, 7051 CX Symbol Technologies Norway Postbus 24 7050 AA Hoybratenveien 35 C Varsseveld, Netherlands N-1055 OSLO, Norway 315-271700 (Inside Netherlands) +31-315-271700 (Outside Netherlands) Symbol’s repair depot and shipping address:...
  • Page 21 Support E-Mail: Sweden.Support@se.symbol.com Customer support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you purchased your Symbol product from a Symbol Business Partner, contact that Business Partner for service. For the latest version of this guide go to:http://www.symbol.com/manuals.
  • Page 22 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide...

  • Page 23: Chapter Contents

    Chapter 1 Getting Started Chapter Contents Introduction ..............1-3 Unpacking the Terminal .
  • Page 24 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide LED Indicators..............1-25 15-Pin Serial Port Connector (Terminals without Scanner) .

  • Page 25: Introduction

    • a stylus • a Quick Reference Guide for the terminal. Inspect the equipment for damage. If any equipment is missing or damaged, contact the Symbol Technologies Support Center immediately. See page xvi for contact information.

  • Page 26: Parts Of The Terminal

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Parts of the Terminal Front View Telephony receiver Scan LED TFT LCD (color) Scan trigger Power Backlight button button Microphone Top View Exit Window 15-Pin Serial Port (terminals with (terminals without...
  • Page 27 Getting Started Parts of the Terminal (continued) Back View Side View Stylus Speaker Audio connector Handstrap clip Handstrap clip IrDA port Stylus silo Handstrap Scan trigger Reset button Battery cover switch Battery lock Battery switch compartment Flash card cover Lithium-ion battery Battery door...
  • Page 28 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Parts of the Terminal (continued) Bottom View Serial Communications Port “Quick Grip” Views Face Plate (“Quick Grip” Trigger Handle Terminals only) Trigger Handle Connectors (“Quick Grip” Trigger Handle Terminals only)

  • Page 29: Accessories

    Getting Started Accessories The following accessories are available for the terminal: • Battery: • 1950 mAh lithium-ion battery (p/n 21-58234-01). • 3000 mAh lithium-ion battery (p/n 21-56662-01). Note: *The 3000 mAh lithium-ion battery is a larger capacity battery and requires a larger battery door. •...

  • Page 30: Inserting A Compact Flash Card

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide • CBL-8100-100-ON2 • CBL-8100-100-ZEB. • MDM8100-150 Snap-On Modem Module allows dial-up connections of the terminal to a remote host computer, while maintaining the portability of the terminal. • MSR8100-100 Magstripe Reader Attachment snaps on to the terminal to add magstripe capabilities.

  • Page 31: Removing A Compact Flash Card

    Getting Started 4. Insert the flash card into the compartment with the pins facing forward, and the main label facing down. It only fits one way. The two metal tabs on the locking mechanism will prevent you from pushing the card all the way in. Insert flash card Pull top out &...

  • Page 32: Installing The Battery

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Installing the Battery The battery fits behind the battery door on the back of the terminal. Before using the terminal, install the lithium-ion battery. 1. Open the latches on the battery door on the back of the terminal and remove the battery door.
  • Page 33 Getting Started 3. Insert the battery. 4. With the battery in place, use the stylus to lock the battery lock switch. 1-11...
  • Page 34 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 5. Replace the battery door. 6. Close the latches to lock the battery door. Caution Do not expose the battery to temperatures in excess of 140°F (60°C). Do not disassemble, incinerate, or short circuit the battery.

  • Page 35: Charging The Battery

    Getting Started Charging the Battery The terminal has two batteries: the ‘main’ lithium-ion battery and the internal backup battery. After installing the terminal’s main battery (see Installing the Battery on page 1-10), charge and recharge batteries using the procedures that follow. Charging the Main Battery and Memory Backup Battery for the First Time Before using the terminal for the first time, charge the lithium-ion battery in the terminal for...

  • Page 36: Using The Serial/Charging Cable

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide After recharging, power on the terminal with the Power button. The Power button is the only wake-up source for the terminal after the battery door is removed and reinstalled, or after a battery fault condition (such as when the terminal suspends due to a very low battery).
  • Page 37 Getting Started 2. Plug the power cable into a wall outlet and plug the other end into the battery charging receptacle on the side of the Serial/Charging Cable (Figure 1-7). Battery Charging Receptacle Figure 1-7. Connecting the Power Cable The terminal’s battery begins charging automatically. See Charging the Main Battery and Memory Backup Battery for the First Time on page 1-13 and...

  • Page 38: Using The Snap-On Modem Module

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Using the Snap-On Modem Module To charge the battery in the terminal using the MDM8100-150 Snap-On Modem Modules, setup as shown below (Figure 1-8). Snap-On AC Line Modem Module Cord...

  • Page 39: Using The Snap-On Charging Adapter

    Getting Started Using the Snap-On Charging Adapter To charge the battery in the terminal using the VCA-8100 Charging Adapter, setup as shown below (Figure 1-9). Power Indicator Green Figure 1-9. Snap-on Charging Adapter Connection The terminal’s battery begins charging automatically. See Charging the Main Battery and Memory Backup Battery for the First Time on page 1-13 and...

  • Page 40: Using Single Slot Charging Cradles

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Using Single Slot Charging Cradles (1950 mAh Battery Only) To charge the battery in the terminal using the CRD 8100-1200S Single Slot Serial/ Charging Cradle (pictured in Figure 1-10), or CRD 8100-1200M Single Slot Modem Cradle: 1.

  • Page 41: Using The 4-Slot Cradles (1950 Mah Battery Only)

    Getting Started on page 1-13 for the times needed to fully charge the battery. See LED Indicators on page 1-25 for battery charging indications. Using the 4-Slot Cradles (1950 mAh Battery Only) To charge the battery in the terminal using the CHS 8100-4000C 4-Slot Charging Cradle or the CRD 8100-4200E 4-Slot Ethernet Cradle: 1.
  • Page 42 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 2. Insert up to four terminals into the cradle (Figure 1-13). All four slots can be used to simultaneously charge the batteries in four terminals. Each terminal starts to charge automatically.

  • Page 43: Using The Vehicle Charging Cradle

    Getting Started Using the Vehicle Charging Cradle (1950 mAh Battery Only) To charge the battery in the terminal using the VCD 8100-R001 Vehicle Charging Cradle: 1. Ensure the cradle is connected to the vehicle’s power source (refer to the VCD 8100 -R001 Vehicle Cradle QRG, p/n 72-50978-xx, for power information). 2.

  • Page 44: Charging Spare Batteries

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Charging Spare Batteries A spare battery can be charged separately in the CRD 8100-1200S Single Slot Serial/ Charging Cradle (1950 mAh battery only), CRD 8100-1200M Single Slot Modem Cradle (1950 mAh battery only), VCD 8100-R001 Vehicle Charging Cradle (1950 mAh battery only), and UBC Battery Adapter (1950 mAh and 3000 mAh batteries).

  • Page 45: Using The Vehicle Charging Cradle

    Getting Started Using the Vehicle Charging Cradle (1950 mAh Battery Only) 1. Position the spare battery in the spare battery charging slot in the cradle with the charging contacts facing down and toward the opening of the spare battery slot. 2.

  • Page 46: Using The Ubc Battery Adapter (1950 Mah And 3000 Mah Batteries)

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Using the UBC Battery Adapter (1950 mAh and 3000 mAh Batteries) 1. Insert the appropriate battery adapter into the charger base. (Battery adapters are interchangeable to fit 1950 mAh and 3000 mAh batteries.) 2.

  • Page 47: Led Indicators

    Getting Started LED Indicators Note: Charging LED indicators are on cradles. Table 1-1. Charging the Battery in the Terminal LED Status Indication Using the Serial Charging Cable The Serial Charging Cable has no LED. For the terminal’s battery status, view the Power screen on the terminal in System Settings.
  • Page 48 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table 1-1. Charging the Battery in the Terminal (Continued) LED Status Indication Solid Green If no terminal is present in cradle and the cradle is powered, green indicates that power is available.

  • Page 49: 15-Pin Serial Port Connector

    Getting Started Table 1-2. Charging Spare Batteries (Continued) Spare Battery Status LED Indication No Light Cradle is not powered; there is no battery in the cradle’s spare battery charging slot; or, the battery is not seated properly in the spare battery charging slot.

  • Page 50: Attaching The Handstrap

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Attaching the Handstrap The terminal has an optional handstrap which increases comfort when holding the terminal for extended periods of time. To attach the handstrap to the back of the terminal: Figure 1-18.

  • Page 51: Aligning The Screen

    Getting Started As the terminal initializes its Flash File System, the Symbol Splash screen displays for about 30 seconds. When the Welcome screen appears, tap anywhere on the screen to continue to the Align screen. Note that these screens also appear every time a hard reset (cold boot) is performed.
  • Page 52 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 4. Follow the directions on the screen which lead you through a simple exercise illustrating how to use the stylus and pop-up menus. Figure 1-21. Using Pop-up Menus 5. Use the drop-down menu to set your time zone, and tap Next.

  • Page 53: Setting Time And Date

    Getting Started Setting Time and Date The Time and Date screen does not appear after setting the time zone. Use the clock control panel applet to set the time and date after a hard reset (cold boot). Figure 1-23. Setting Time and Date 1-31...

  • Page 54: Configuring Wake-Up

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Configuring Wake-up The terminal can be configured to wake-up by pressing the Scan trigger or any key on the keypad. To set up this configuration: 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Symbol Settings.

  • Page 55: Checking Battery Power

    Getting Started Checking Battery Power To check whether the battery in the terminal is charged, tap Start - Settings - System - Power to display the following Battery Status screen. Figure 1-24. Battery Status Screen To save battery power, set the terminal to turn off after a specified number of minutes on battery power.

  • Page 56: Setting Up The Terminal

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Setting Up The Terminal Refer to the following chapters for setting up the terminal: • For customizing the settings on the terminal, see Chapter 3, Customizing The Terminal. • To set up ActiveSync to synchronize the terminal with a desktop computer, see Chapter 4, Communications.

  • Page 57: Chapter Contents

    Chapter 2 Operating the Terminal Chapter Contents Introduction ..............2-3 Using the Power Button .
  • Page 58 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Writing Tips............2-27 Drawing on the Screen .

  • Page 59: Introduction

    Operating the Terminal Introduction This chapter provides basic instructions for using and navigating the terminal. Using the Power Button Press the red Power button on the lower left-hand side of the terminal to turn the terminal on and off. Using the Backlight Button Press the Backlight button on the lower right-hand side of the terminal to turn the terminal LCD screen and keyboard lights on and off.

  • Page 60: Adjusting The Backlight

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Adjusting the Backlight Use the key combinations in the table below to adjust the backlight. Table 2-1. Adjusting the Backlight Keyboard Keys Description 28-key Function + “1” Decrease display backlight (decrease brightness) Function + “2”...

  • Page 61: Using The Keyboards

    Operating the Terminal Using the Keyboards Table 2-2 on page 2-6, Table 2-3 on page 2-9, and Table 2-4 on page 2-12 for 28-, 37-, and 47-key functionality. Note that key functions can be changed by an application. The terminal’s keyboard may not function exactly as described in these tables. Note: For detailed keyboard configurations including ASCII values and VK codes, see Appendix E, Keyboard...
  • Page 62 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table 2-2. 28-key Keyboard Actions Action Note: Press Func, then another key to produce the value or function above that key. See individual key descriptions in this table for additional Function key usage.
  • Page 63 Operating the Terminal Table 2-2. 28-key Keyboard Actions (Continued) Action Send The Send key is application dependent. Space/ Press Func + Bk-Sp to enter a blank space. Backspace Press Bk-Sp to erase information entered on the display, one character at a time. Press Tab to generate a Tab key.

  • Page 64: 37-Key Keyboard

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 37-Key Keyboard The 37-key keyboard uses an alphanumeric keypad that produces the 26-character alphabet (A-Z), numbers (0-9), and assorted characters. The keyboard is color-coded to indicate which modifier key (Alpha-Numeric, Func) to press to produce a particular character or action.
  • Page 65 Triggers act independently as Trigger #1 to Trigger #5, so that separate actions can be assigned to the triggers. For more details, refer to the Windows CE Software Developer’s Kit for Symbol Terminals (Help File). Send The Send key is application dependent.
  • Page 66 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table 2-3. 37-key Keyboard Actions (Continued) Action Space/ Press Func + Bk-Sp to enter a blank space. Backspace Press Bk-Sp to erase information entered on the display, one character at a time.

  • Page 67: 47-Key Keyboard

    Operating the Terminal 47-Key Keyboard The 47-key keyboard uses an alphanumeric keypad that produces the 26-character alphabet (A-Z), numbers (0-9), and assorted characters. The keyboard is color-coded to indicate which modifier key (Alpha-Numeric, Func) to press to produce a particular character or action. The keyboard default is the key value, producing the gray number or lower case yellow letter on that key.
  • Page 68 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table 2-4. 47-key Keyboard Actions Action Note: Press Func, then another key to produce the value or function above that key. See individual key descriptions in this table for additional Function key usage.

  • Page 69: Using The Stylus

    Operating the Terminal Table 2-4. 47-key Keyboard Actions (Continued) Action Space/Backspace Press Func + Bk-Sp to enter a blank space. Press Bk-Sp to erase information entered on the display, one character at a time. Press Tab to generate a Tab key. This is application dependent but typically moves the cursor from field to field.

  • Page 70: Today Screen

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Today Screen When you turn on the terminal for the first time each day (or after 4 hours of inactivity), the Today screen appears. You can also display it by tapping , then Today.

  • Page 71: Status Icons

    Operating the Terminal Status Icons You may see the status icons included in Table 2-5 on the navigation bar at the top of the screen, or on the command bar located at the bottom of the screen. Table 2-5. Status Icons Icon Meaning Turns all sounds on and off.

  • Page 72: Using The Navigation Bar And Command Bar

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Using the Navigation Bar and Command Bar The navigation bar at the top of the screen displays the active program and current time, and allows you to select programs and close screens.

  • Page 73: Selecting Programs

    Operating the Terminal Selecting Programs To select a program, tap Start - Programs, then the program name. (To select which programs appear on the Program menu, see Chapter 3, Customizing The Terminal.) Figure 2-8. Start Menu Note: Some programs have abbreviated labels for check boxes and drop- down menus.

  • Page 74: Using Pop-Up Menus

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Using Pop-up Menus With pop-up menus, you can quickly choose an action for an item. For example, use the pop-up menu in the contact list to delete a contact, make a copy of a contact, or send an e- mail message to a contact.

  • Page 75: Notifications

    Operating the Terminal Notifications The terminal notifies you when you have something to do. For example, if you've set up an appointment in Calendar, a task with a due date in Tasks, or an alarm in Clock, you'll be notified in any of the following ways: •...

  • Page 76: Entering Information Using The Input Panel

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Entering Information Using the Input Panel Use the input panel to enter information in any program. You can either type using the soft keyboard or write using Block Recognizer, or Letter Recognizer. In any case, the characters appear as typed text on the screen.

  • Page 77: Using The Soft Keyboard

    Operating the Terminal To change input settings, such as the number of words suggested at one time, tap Options from the Input Panel menu, and tap the tabs to see each setting screen. Figure 2-11. Input Panel Options Using the Soft Keyboard To type with the soft keyboard: 1.

  • Page 78: Using The Block Recognizer

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Using the Block Recognizer To use Block Recognizer: 1. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then Block Recognizer. 2. Write a letter in the left side of the box, or a number in the right side, using special character strokes.

  • Page 79: Using The Transcriber

    Operating the Terminal Using the Transcriber To use Transcriber: 1. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then Transciber. Figure 2-15. Transcriber 2. Write anywhere on the screen. When you write anywhere on the screen, Transciber changes the written characters to typed characters.

  • Page 80: Writing On The Screen

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Writing on the Screen In any program that accepts writing, such as the Notes program and the Notes tab in Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks, you can use the stylus to write directly on the screen.

  • Page 81: Selecting Writing

    Operating the Terminal Selecting Writing To select writing to edit or format: 1. Tap and hold the stylus next to the text you want to select until the insertion point appears. 2. Drag the stylus across the text. If you accidentally write on the screen, tap Tools, then Undo and try again. You can also select text by tapping the Pen button to deselect it, then dragging the stylus across the screen.

  • Page 82: Converting Writing To Text

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Converting Writing to Text To convert writing to text, tap Tools, then Recognize. To convert certain words, select them before tapping Recognize on the Tools menu (or tap and hold the selected words, then tap Recognize on the pop-up menu). If a word is not recognized, it is left as writing.

  • Page 83: Writing Tips

    Operating the Terminal A list of alternate words appears. Tap the word you want to use, or tap the writing at the top of the menu to return to the original writing. Figure 2-18. Alternate List Writing Tips • Write neatly. •...

  • Page 84: Drawing On The Screen

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Drawing on the Screen Drawing on the screen is similar to writing on the screen. To create a drawing, cross three ruled lines on the first stroke. A drawing box appears. Subsequent strokes in or touching the drawing box become part of the drawing.

  • Page 85: Recording A Message

    Operating the Terminal Recording a Message You may record a message to capture thoughts, reminders, and phone numbers. In Calendar, Tasks, and Contacts, you can include a recording in the Notes tab. In the Notes program, you can either create a stand-alone recording or include a recording in a written note.

  • Page 86: Entering Data Via The Bar Code Scanner (Scan Wedge)

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Entering Data via the Bar Code Scanner (Scan Wedge) Using the Scan Wedge program, the integrated bar code scanner/imager on the terminal can scan data into data fields in the same way data is entered via the keyboard. See...

  • Page 87: Using My Text

    Operating the Terminal Using My Text When using Inbox or MSN Messenger, use My Text to quickly insert preset or frequently used messages into the text entry area. To insert a message, tap My Text and tap a message. Figure 2-21. Using My Text Note: You can add text after inserting a My Text message before sending To edit a My Text message, in the Tools menu, tap Edit, then My Text Messages.

  • Page 88: Finding Information

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Finding Information The Find feature locates information. On the Start menu, tap Find. Enter the text you want to find, select a data type, then tap Go. To find information taking up storage space on the terminal, select Larger than 64 KB in Type.

  • Page 89: Scanning

    For more details, refer to the Windows CE Software Developer’s Kit for Symbol Terminals (Help File). To scan bar codes: 1. Before using the terminal to scan a bar code, ensure the scanner is initialized. See Appendix B, Demo Program for a sample scanning application.

  • Page 90: Using Imagedemo To Scan Bar Codes

    3. Tap the Scan button on the terminal’s display or press either the right, left, or center scan trigger. (Center scan triggers vary with keyboard types.) 4. Center the target cross hairs in the center of the bar code. The entire symbol must be within the brackets (see Figure 2-24).

  • Page 91: Scan Led Indicator

    Operating the Terminal Scan LED Indicator Parts of the Terminal on page 1-4 for the location of the Scan LED on the terminal. Table 2-6. Scan LED Indicator LED Status Indication Not scanning. Solid Red Laser enabled. Scanning in process. Solid Green Successful decode.

  • Page 92: Performing A Hard Reset

    Figure 2-25. Hard Reset (Cold Boot) Buttons 3. Replace the battery cover and press the Power button. 4. As the terminal initializes its Flash File System, the Symbol splash screen displays for about 30 seconds. 5. See Aligning the Screen on page 1-29 to perform an initial setup of the terminal.

  • Page 93: Chapter Contents

    Chapter 3 Customizing The Terminal Chapter Contents Introduction ..............3-3 Adjusting Settings .
  • Page 94 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide...

  • Page 95: Introduction

    Power: Set the terminal to turn off after a period of time to conserve battery. • Remove Programs: Remove programs installed in the storage memory. • Screen: Align the screen. • Symbol Settings: Configure terminal wake-up (see Configuring Wake-up page 1-32).

  • Page 96: Flash Storage

    • Application: The Application FFS Partition is used to store application programs needed to operate the terminal. This partition includes the Symbol demo program, which can be overwritten with your own program. Working with FFS Partitions Because the FFS partitions appear as folders under the Windows CE file system, they can be written to and read like any other folder.

  • Page 97: Regmerge.dll

    Customizing The Terminal Windows CE expects certain files to be in the Windows folder, residing in volatile storage. Windows CE maintains the System Registry in volatile storage. There are two device drivers included in the Windows CE image to assist developers in configuring the terminal following a cold boot: RegMerge and CopyFile.

  • Page 98: Copyfile

    If necessary, the entire OS image may be downloaded to the terminal using files provided by Symbol. The current OS partition on the terminal is included as part of the TCM installation package. Any upgrades must be obtained from Symbol.

  • Page 99: Downloading Partitions To The Terminal

    Customizing The Terminal Downloading Partitions to the Terminal TCM is used to specify a hex destination file for each partition and download each file to the terminal. This download requires a program loader stored on the terminal. The terminal comes with a program loading utility, Initial Program Loader (IPL), stored in the terminal's write-protected flash.

  • Page 100: Adding A Program From The Internet

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Adding a Program from the Internet 1. Tap Start - Settings. On the System tab, tap About. In the Version tab, note the information in Processor. 2. Download the program to the terminal from the Internet using Pocket Internet Explorer.

  • Page 101: Using File Explorer To Add To The Start Menu

    Customizing The Terminal Using File Explorer to Add to the Start Menu 1. Tap Start - Programs - File Explorer, and locate the program (tap the folder list, labeled My Documents by default, then My Device to list all folders on the terminal).

  • Page 102: Removing Programs

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Removing Programs To remove a program, tap Start - Settings. On the System tab, tap Remove Programs. Figure 3-2. Remove Programs Screen If the program does not appear in the list of installed programs, use File Explorer on the terminal to locate the program, tap and hold the program, then tap Delete on the pop-up menu.

  • Page 103: Chapter Contents

    Chapter 4 Communications Chapter Contents Introduction ..............4-3 Communication Software Installation.
  • Page 104 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide...

  • Page 105: Introduction

    Communications Introduction The terminal is capable of communicating with a number of external devices including development PCs, serial devices, printers, etc. With the appropriate accessory and software, the terminal can establish a number of connection types, such as a serial connection and a modem connection.

  • Page 106: Setting Up A Partnership

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide To install ActiveSync download the latest version of the software from http://www.microsoft.com. Refer to the installation and RAS instructions included with the ActiveSync software you download. Setting up a Partnership...

  • Page 107: Installing Econnect

    .reg file and save it in the Flash File System. See the Windows CE Software Developer’s Kit for Symbol Terminals (Help File) included in the SDK for details. (The Symbol Software Developer’s Kit (SDK for the PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology is available at http://devzone.symbol.com/.) For more information about using ActiveSync, start ActiveSync on the host computer, then see ActiveSync Help.

  • Page 108: Communication Setup

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Communication Setup The terminal can communicate with the host computer using the following accessories: • Serial/Charging Cable • Single Slot Serial Cradle • Single Slot Modem Cradle • Snap-on Modem •...
  • Page 109 Communications 3. Start ActiveSync on the terminal (Start - ActiveSync). Tap Tools - Options... and ensure 57600 Default is selected from the Enable synchronization when cradled using: drop-down menu. 4. Connect the Serial/Charging Cable to the terminal and host PC as shown in Figure 4-3.

  • Page 110: Using The Single Slot Serial And Modem Cradles With Activesync

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 6. If you already created a partnership between the host computer and terminal, synchronization occurs automatically, immediately following step 4. Using the Single Slot Serial and Modem Cradles with ActiveSync Note: Using the modem cradle with ActiveSync only applies to the serial feature of the modem cradle.
  • Page 111 Communications 4. Connect the cradle to the host computer as shown in Figure 4-5. Serial Port on host PC Serial device cable p/n 170047-000 Figure 4-5. Cradle to Host Connection Note: The cradle requires a dedicated port. It cannot share a port with an internal modem or other device.
  • Page 112 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 5. Turn on the terminal and slide it into the cradle. Figure 4-6. Inserting the Terminal in the Cradle 6. If this is the first synchronization, follow the instructions on the host computer screen to setup the partnership.

  • Page 113: Using The Single Slot Modem Cradle Or The Snap-On Modem

    ActiveSync or Internet Explorer. Download eConnect (for Pocket PC 2002) from http://devzone.symbol.com. Follow the installation instructions included to install the software on your terminal.
  • Page 114 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Note: For additional information about installing eConnect, see Installing eConnect on page 4-5. Country Setup The modem defaults to operation with US telephone networks. To operate the modem with other country telephone networks, you must change the modem Country Code.
  • Page 115 Communications Figure 4-8. Setting up the Snap-On Modem Module With a modem connection, you can use ActiveSync to synchronize data between the terminal and host computer (see Using ActiveSync on page 4-14) or you can connect to the Internet (see Launching the Internet on page 4-15).

  • Page 116: Using Activesync

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Using ActiveSync 1. Tap Start - Settings - System - eConnect and select the settings shown in Figure 4-9. Figure 4-9. eConnect Settings - Modem ActiveSync Setup 2. Tap the OK button.

  • Page 117: Launching The Internet

    Communications 4. After connecting, ActiveSync starts and synchronizes with the host computer. 5. To disconnect, tap the Stop button on the ActiveSync screen. Launching the Internet 1. Tap Start - Settings - System - eConnect and select the settings shown in Figure 4-11.

  • Page 118: Country Setup

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 3. Tap Start - ModemSync. The modem dial-out commences and, if successful, a series of dialog boxes pop-up in succession, as shown in Figure 4-12. Figure 4-12. Modem Dial-out Dialog 4.
  • Page 119 Communications Table 4-1. Supported Countries and Their Codes (Continued) Country Code Country Code Country Code Brazil Ireland FD or 57 Spain FD or A0 Canada Italy FD or 59 Sweden FD or A5 Denmark FD or 31 Liechtenstein Switzerland FD or A6 Finland FD or 3C Luxembourg...

  • Page 120: Using A 4-Slot Ethernet Cradle

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Using a 4-Slot Ethernet Cradle In order to establish a connection between the terminal and the host computer to communicate over an Ethernet network, the following configurations must be performed: •...

  • Page 121: Configuring The Dhcp Server

    Communications 2. Configure the connection settings. The host computer must be configured for TCP/ IP network communications. a. Click on the ActiveSync icon from the system tray b. Tap File - Connection settings. c. In the Connection settings dialog box, select the Allow Network (Ethernet) and Remote Access Service (RAS) server connection with this desktop computer option.

  • Page 122: Configuring The Cradle

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Configuring the Cradle Cradle Setup Setup the CRD 8100-4200E as shown in Figure 4-13. Ethernet Cable To Ethernet hub Figure 4-13. Connecting the Cradle IP Address Configuration The cradle must be configured with IP addresses to be used by the cradle and four slots.
  • Page 123 Communications Plus the following other network parameters: • one router/gateway IP address • one or more DNS addresses • one or more WINS addresses • a subnet mask. Configuring an Address Mode on page 4-22 for information on implementing this mode.
  • Page 124 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide The four cradle slots are assigned four private addresses as specified in the Public network menu shown on page 4-24. Port numbers are then used to determine which cradle slot a packet goes to.
  • Page 125 Communications Configuring an Address Mode A new cradle is configured for 6 DHCP Address Mode by default. If you are using this mode, no configuration is required. However, if you are switching to the 6 DHCP Address Mode from another mode, you need to configure the cradle. To configure the cradle to use the 1 or 6 DHCP Address Mode: 1.
  • Page 126 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 2. Press 1 to display the Public network settings menu Public Network settings: 1: Static mode: 1 2: NAPT Mode: 1 The following settings are only used when Static mode is 1: 3: Cradle IP Address: 0.0.0.0...
  • Page 127 Communications c. Power up the cradle. Before the power-up LED sequence begins, press a from the terminal program to load the Cradle Utilities configuration interface. The following screen appears on the host computer Cradle Utilities version x.xx Firmware Datacode xxxxxxxx 1: Public network settings 2: Advanced settings 3: PPP settings...

  • Page 128: Using Activesync

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Using ActiveSync 1. On the terminal, tap Start - Settings - System - eConnect and ensure the following settings are made: Figure 4-14. eConnect Settings - Ethernet ActiveSync Setup 2. Tap the OK button.

  • Page 129: Launching The Internet

    Communications Launching the Internet 1. On the terminal, tap Start - Settings - System - eConnect and ensure the following settings are made: Figure 4-15. eConnect Settings - Launching the Internet via Ethernet 2. Tap the OK button. 3. Insert the terminal into the cradle. The cradle’s communication LED turns red, then flashes green, indicating that the host computer and terminal are communicating.
  • Page 130 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table 4-2. Communication LED Indicators (Continued) Indication Solid Red Terminal is present, but communication has not started. Flashing Green Terminal is present and is communicating with the host computer. Slow Flashing Red Error - communication did not start.

  • Page 131: Chapter Contents

    Chapter 5 Applications Chapter Contents Introduction ..............5-3 Calendar .
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  • Page 133: Introduction

    Applications Introduction The terminal includes Calendar, Contacts, Tasks, Inbox, and Notes applications. You can use these programs individually or together. For example, e-mail addresses stored in Contacts can be used to address e-mail messages in Inbox. Using ActiveSync, you can synchronize information in these applications between the desktop computer and the terminal.

  • Page 134: Creating Appointments

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Note: You can customize the Calendar display, such as changing the first day of the week, by tapping Options on the Tools menu. Creating Appointments To create an appointment: 1. Select Calendar from the menu.

  • Page 135: Using The Summary Screen

    Applications Note: If you select Remind me in an appointment, the terminal notifies you according to the options set in , Settings, Personal tab, Sounds & Reminders. Using the Summary Screen When you tap an appointment in Calendar, a summary screen displays. Tap Edit to change the appointment.

  • Page 136: Contacts

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 2. In the appointment details, hide the input panel, then tap Attendees. 3. From the list of e-mail addresses you've entered in Contacts, select the meeting attendees. The meeting notice is created and placed in the Outbox folder. For more information on sending and receiving meeting requests, see Calendar Help and Inbox Help on the terminal.
  • Page 137 Applications To create a contact: 1. Tap New. Figure 5-5. Creating a Contact 2. Using the input panel, enter a name and other contact information. Scroll down to see all fields. 3. To assign the contact to a category, scroll to and tap Categories. Select a category from the list.

  • Page 138: Using The Summary Screen

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide You may find a contact in one of four ways: • In the contact list, enter a contact name in the box under the navigation bar. To show all contacts again, clear text from the box or tap the button to the right of the box.

  • Page 139: Tasks

    Applications Tasks Use Tasks to keep a “to do” list. Figure 5-7. Task Application Note: To change the way information displays in the list, tap Tools, then Options.
  • Page 140 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide To create a task: 1. Tap New. Figure 5-8. Creating a Task 2. Using the input panel, enter a description. 3. You can enter a start date and due date or enter other information by first tapping the field.

  • Page 141: Using The Summary Screen

    Applications Using the Summary Screen When you tap a task in the task list, a summary screen displays. To change the task, tap Edit. Figure 5-9. Task Summary Screen 5-11...

  • Page 142: Notes

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Notes Capture thoughts, reminders, ideas, drawings, and phone numbers with Notes. You can create a written note or a recording. You can also include a recording in a note. If a note is open when you create the recording, it is included in the note as an icon.
  • Page 143 Applications To create a note: 1. Tap New. 2. Create a note by writing, drawing, typing, and recording. For more information about using the input panel, writing and drawing on the screen, and creating recordings, see Chapter 2, Operating the Terminal.

  • Page 144: Inbox

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Inbox Use Inbox to send and receive e-mail messages in the following ways: • Synchronize e-mail messages with Microsoft Exchange or Outlook on the desktop computer. • Send and receive e-mail messages by connecting directly to an e-mail server through an Internet service provider (ISP) or a network.
  • Page 145 Applications Messages that you receive directly from an e-mail server are linked to the e-mail server rather than the desktop computer. When you delete a message on the terminal, it's also deleted from the e-mail server the next time you connect. You can work online or offline.

  • Page 146: Using The Message List

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Using the Message List Messages you receive display in the message list. By default, the most recently received messages are listed first. Figure 5-12. Inbox Application 5-16...
  • Page 147 Applications When you receive a message, tap it in the list to open it. Unread messages display in bold. Figure 5-13. Viewing a Message When you connect to your e-mail server or synchronize with the desktop computer, Inbox downloads by default only messages from the last 5 days, the first 100 lines of each new message, and file attachments of less than 100 KB in size.

  • Page 148: Creating E-Mail Messages

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide • Change options for Inbox synchronization using ActiveSync options. For more information, see ActiveSync Help. • Change options for direct e-mail server connections in Inbox on the terminal. Tap Tools, then Options. On the Service tab, tap the service you want to change. Tap and hold the service and select Delete to remove it.

  • Page 149: Managing E-Mail Messages And Folders

    Applications 3. Enter your message. To enter preset or frequently used messages, tap My Text and select a message. 4. Tap Send when you're finished. If you’re working offline, the message is transferred to the Outbox folder and sent the next time you synchronize. If you are sending an SMS message and want to know if it was received, tap Edit, Options, and select Request SMS text message delivery notification before sending the message.
  • Page 150 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide • If you use IMAP4, the folders you create and the e-mail messages you move are mirrored on the server. Therefore, messages are available to you anytime you connect to your mail server, whether it is from the terminal or desktop computer.

  • Page 151: Chapter Contents

    Chapter 6 Companion Programs Chapter Contents Introduction ..............6-3 Pocket Word .
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  • Page 153: Chapter 6. Companion Programs

    Companion Programs Introduction The terminal contains the companion programs Microsoft Pocket Word, Microsoft Pocket ® Excel, Microsoft Money, Microsoft Reader and MSN Messenger. To select a companion program, tap Programs on the menu, then the program name. Pocket Word Pocket Word works with Microsoft Word on the desktop computer to give you access to copies of your documents.
  • Page 154 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Pocket Word contains a list of the files stored on the device. Tap a file in the list to open it. To delete, make copies of, or send a file, tap and hold a file in the list. Then, select the appropriate action on the pop-up menu.

  • Page 155: Typing Mode

    Companion Programs Typing Mode Use the input panel to enter typed text into a document. See Entering Information on page 2-19 for more information. To format or edit text, select the text using the stylus instead of the mouse to drag across the text.

  • Page 156: Writing Mode

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Writing Mode In writing mode, use the stylus to write directly on the screen. Ruled lines are displayed as a guide, and the zoom magnification increases to allow you to write more easily. For more...

  • Page 157: Drawing Mode

    Companion Programs Drawing Mode In drawing mode, use the stylus to draw on the screen. Gridlines appear as a guide. When you lift the stylus after the first stroke, a drawing box indicates the boundaries of the drawing. Every subsequent stroke within or touching the drawing box becomes part of the drawing.

  • Page 158: Pocket Excel

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Pocket Excel Pocket Excel works with Microsoft Excel on the desktop computer to provide easy access to copies of your workbooks. You can create new workbooks on the terminal, or copy workbooks from the desktop computer to the terminal.

  • Page 159: Tips For Working In Pocket Excel

    Companion Programs Pocket Excel provides fundamental spreadsheet tools, such as formulas, functions, sorting, and filtering. To display the toolbar, tap View, then Toolbar. Figure 6-5. Using Pocket Excel If your workbook contains sensitive information, you can protect it with a password. Open the workbook, tap Edit, then Password.

  • Page 160: Msn® Messenger

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide • Freeze panes on a worksheet. First select the cell where you want to freeze panes. Tap View, then Freeze Panes. You may want to freeze the top and leftmost panes in a worksheet to keep row and column labels visible as you scroll through a sheet.

  • Page 161: Working With Contacts

    Companion Programs Working with Contacts The MSN Messenger window is divided into Online and Not Online categories. From this view, while connected, you can chat, send e-mail, block the contact from chatting with you, or delete contacts from the list using the pop-up menu. Figure 6-6.

  • Page 162: Chatting With Contacts

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Chatting with Contacts Tap a contact name to open a chat window. Enter a message in the text entry area at the bottom of the screen, or tap My Text to enter a preset message, and tap Send. To invite another contact to a multi-user chat, in the Tools menu, tap Invite and tap the contact you want to invite.
  • Page 163 Companion Programs To know if the contact you are chatting with is responding, look for the message under the text entry area. Figure 6-8. Receiving a Message For more information on using MSN Messenger, tap Start - Help. 6-13...

  • Page 164: Infrared Receive

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Infrared Receive Using Infrared Receive (IR), you can send and receive information, such as contacts and appointments, between two Windows-powered devices. To send information: 1. Open the program where you created the item you want to send and locate the item in the list.

  • Page 165: Chapter Contents

    Chapter 7 Pocket Internet Explorer Chapter Contents Introduction ..............7-3 Mobile Favorites.
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  • Page 167: Introduction

    Pocket Internet Explorer Introduction With Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer, you can view Web or WAP pages in the following ways: • During synchronization with the desktop computer, download your favorite links and mobile favorites stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in Internet Explorer on the desktop computer.

  • Page 168: Saving Memory On The Terminal

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 4. Click OK. Internet Explorer downloads the latest version of the Web page to the desktop computer. 5. To download the pages linked to the mobile favorite you just created, in Internet Explorer on the desktop computer, right-click the mobile favorite, then click Properties.

  • Page 169: Using Avantgo Channels

    Pocket Internet Explorer Using AvantGo Channels AvantGo is a free interactive service that gives you access to personalized content and thousands of popular Web sites. Subscribe to AvantGo channels directly from the terminal, then synchronize with the desktop computer, or connect to the Internet to download the content.

  • Page 170: Using Pocket Internet Explorer

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Using Pocket Internet Explorer With Pocket Internet Explorer, you can browse mobile favorites and channels downloaded to the terminal without connecting to the Internet. You can also connect to the Internet through an ISP or a network connection and browse the Web.
  • Page 171 Pocket Internet Explorer To view mobile favorites and channels, tap the Favorites button to display your list of favorites, then tap the page you want to view. Figure 7-2. Mobile Favorites You'll see the page that was downloaded the last time you synchronized with the desktop computer.

  • Page 172: Browsing The Web

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Browsing the Web 1. Connect to your ISP or network using Connections; see Chapter 8, AirBEAM. 2. Once connected, go to a specific Web page in one of the following ways: •...

  • Page 173: Chapter Contents

    Chapter 8 AirBEAM Chapter Contents Introduction ..............8-3 AirBEAM Package Builder .
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  • Page 175: Introduction

    Introduction The AirBEAM product allows specially designed software packages to be transferred between a host server and Symbol wireless handheld devices. Before transfer, AirBEAM checks and compares package version, so that only updated packages are loaded. AirBEAM resides on radio-equipped client devices, and allows them to request, download, and install software, as well as to upload files and status data.

  • Page 176: Airbeam Client

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide AirBEAM Client The AirBEAM Client is installed on the handheld terminal. It is configured with the server access information, the names of the packages to be downloaded and other controlling parameters.

  • Page 177: Configuring The Airbeam Client

    AirBEAM Configuring the AirBEAM Client 1. Tap Start - Programs. 2. Select the AirBEAM Client icon. 3. Tap File - Configure. The AirBEAM Configuration Dialog box appears. Tap to return to the message list. The Configuration Dialog box is used to view and edit AirBEAM client configurations. This dialog box has six tabs that you can modify - Packages(1), Packages(2), Server, Misc(1), Misc(2) and Misc(3).

  • Page 178: Packages(2) Tab

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Packages(2) Tab This tab is used to specify the package name of the last four of eight packages that are to be loaded during the AirBEAM synchronization process. The specified package name must correspond to a package that is available on the specified package server.

  • Page 179: Misc(1) Tab

    AirBEAM Misc(1) Tab This screen is used to configure various miscellaneous features. Field Description Auto-load This drop-down menu is used to specify how the AirBEAM client is to be invoked automatically when the client device is rebooted. The selections are: Disable: the AirBEAM client is not invoked automatically during the boot sequence.
  • Page 180 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Field Description Suppress This checkbox specifies whether the automatic insertion of a file path separator Separator character should be suppressed when the client generated server package definition file names. When enabled, the parameter also disables the appending of .apd to the package.

  • Page 181: Misc(2) Tab

    AirBEAM Misc(2) Tab This screen is used to configure various miscellaneous features. Field Description Auto-retry This field is used to specify whether the AirBEAM client will automatically retry if there is a failure during the synchronization process. If this feature is enabled, the AirBEAM Client will display a popup dialog indicating that a retry will be attempted.

  • Page 182: Misc(3) Tab

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Misc(3) Tab This screen is used to configure various miscellaneous features. Field Description Use DHCP This check box control specifies whether the AirBEAM client will use the DHCP server response option 66 to specify the IP address of the FTP/TFTP server.

  • Page 183: Manual Synchronization

    AirBEAM Manual Synchronization 1. Configure the AirBEAM Client. See Configuring the AirBEAM Client on page 8-5. 2. From the main AirBEAM screen, tap File - Synchronize. 3. Once connected, the AirBEAM Synchronize screen appears. a. The Status List displays status messages that indicate the progress of the synchronization process.

  • Page 184: Airbeam Staging

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide AirBEAM Staging The AirBEAM Smart staging support is intended to speedup and simplify the process of staging custom or updated operating software onto mobile devices directly from manufacturing. The staging support is part of the AirBEAM Smart CE client that is integrated into the terminal.

  • Page 185: Chapter Contents

    Chapter 9 Spectrum24 Network Configuration Chapter Contents Introduction ..............9-3 Configuring the PDT 8146 (11 MB Radio) .
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  • Page 187: Chapter 9. Spectrum24 Network Configuration

    Spectrum24 Network Configuration Introduction Wireless LANs allow terminals to communicate wirelessly, and to send captured data “real time” to a host device. Before a terminal can be used on a Spectrum24 LAN, your facility must be set up with the equipment required to run the wireless LAN and the terminal must be properly configured.

  • Page 188: Configuring The Pdt 8146 (11 Mb Radio)

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Configuring the PDT 8146 (11 MB Radio) Before the PDT 8146 can be used, it must be properly configured for the Spectrum24 Wireless LAN. 1. Select Settings from the Start menu.
  • Page 189 Spectrum24 Network Configuration Use the property screens to view and adjust the IP address, subnet, gateway, DNS, and WINS. Figure 9-2. IP Network Adapter Property Screens • IP Address: A 32-bit (max) value expressed as four decimal numbers from 0 to 255, separated by periods (e.g., 157.235.90.24) that the Domain server uses to transmit and receive data.

  • Page 190: Using Nictt With The Pdt 8146

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Using NICTT with the PDT 8146 The NICTT (wireless LAN) icon located on the bottom of the terminal screen indicates terminal signal strength as shown below. Tap the NICTT icon to make changes to the network configuration, or view the status of your network connection.

  • Page 191: Mode Tab

    Spectrum24 Network Configuration Mode Tab Figure 9-3. PDT 8146 NICTT Properties - Mode Tab The Mode tab in NICTT configures the adapter's ESSID and operating mode. • Use the Operating Mode drop-down menu to select one of the following operating modes for the terminal: Note: The PDT 8146 does not support Ad Hoc mode.
  • Page 192 Devices using Ad Hoc mode must use the same preamble setting to interoperate. The adapter uses a long preamble heading by default. Note that this is a Symbol Technologies operating mode and only works with other Symbol adapters enabled in the same mode. •...

  • Page 193: Info Tab

    Spectrum24 Network Configuration Info Tab Figure 9-4. PDT 8146 NICTT Properties - Info Tab The Info tab in NICTT provides information about the terminal, such as firmware and hardware versions, adapter type, and operating mode.

  • Page 194: Ip Config Tab

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide IP Config Tab Figure 9-5. PDT 8146 NICTT Properties - IP Config Tab The IP Config tab allows you to adjust IP configuration settings. • Select DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) to obtain a leased IP address and network configuration information from a remote server.

  • Page 195: Power Tab

    Spectrum24 Network Configuration • Gateway: Used to forward IP packets to and from a remote destination. See your network administrator for the IP address required for the default gateway. • DNS (Domain Name System): The IP address of a server containing a database of host names and their associated IP addresses so that when a host name is used, it can be resolved into its IP address.
  • Page 196 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide • In Infrastructure mode, there are two transmission power options in the Infrastructure drop-down menu: • Select Automatic to use the power level defined by the access point. Automatic mode is the default mode for adapters operating in Infrastructure mode.

  • Page 197: Options Tab

    United States. • Changes to settings you make using the Symbol Status are usually saved to the registry and used to initialize the adapter when it is inserted. Check These settings are only temporary to prevent your changes from being saved to the registry.

  • Page 198: Encryption Tab

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Encryption Tab Figure 9-8. PDT 8146 NICTT Properties - Encryption Tab, Open System Selected Use the Encryption tab in NICTT to control encryption options. This allows you to encrypt WLAN data packets to protect your data from inspection by systems that may intercept wireless data over the network.
  • Page 199 Spectrum24 Network Configuration • The 40-bit Shared Key Algorithm uses a 40-bit encryption key known by both the terminal and the AP to encrypt the data over the network. Figure 9-9. PDT 8146 NICTT Properties - Encryption Tab, 40-bit Shared Key Selected 9-15...
  • Page 200 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide • The 128-bit Shared Key Algorithm uses a 128-bit encryption key known by both the terminal and the AP to encrypt the data over the network. This option provides a higher level of security than the 40-bit encryption while maintaining an 11 Mbps data rate.
  • Page 201 Spectrum24 Network Configuration • Select Kerberos if your network employs the Kerberos system. Enter the Key Distribution Center (KDC) and Realm values. The KDC is located on a server and maintains information about the access points and users it supports, and also permits the transmission and receipt of data once the credentials of the user are verified.

  • Page 202: Ping Tab

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Ping Tab Figure 9-12. PDT 8146 NICTT Properties - Ping Tab Use the Ping tab to send and receive ICMP ping packets across the network to the specified IP address.

  • Page 203: Signal Tab

    Spectrum24 Network Configuration Signal Tab Figure 9-13. PDT 8146 NICTT Properties - Signal Tab The Signal tab is only available in Infrastructure mode (selected on the Mode tab). Use the Signal tab to display a real-time graph of the signal quality of the adapter to the associated access point, including the number of times the adapter has roamed to and from APs, the current data rate, and the network status.

  • Page 204: Aps Tab

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide APs Tab Figure 9-14. PDT 8146 NICTT Properties - APs Tab The APs tab is only available in Infrastructure mode (selected on the Mode tab). Use the APs tab with the Infrastructure operating mode to view access points with the same ESSID as the adapter.

  • Page 205: Chapter Contents

    Symbol Windows CE SDK ........
  • Page 206 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 10-2...

  • Page 207: Introduction

    Also, ensure the drive you are installing to accepts long filenames (larger than the 8.3 filename convention). Before You Install the SDK Before you install the Symbol Windows CE SDK for the PDT 8100 with Intel XScale Technology, install the following tools: •...

  • Page 208: Installing The Sdk On The Development Pc

    TCM scripts • Sample code • The PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide (p/n 72-57773-xx). Installing the SDK on the Development PC The Symbol SDK installs through Windows in the directory C:\SYMBOL WINDOWS CE SDK, and also installs files in the Windows CE Tools directory (generated by the CE Tool Kit).

  • Page 209: Chapter Contents

    Chapter 11 Configuring The Terminal Chapter Contents Introduction ..............11-3 Starting Terminal Configuration Manager .
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  • Page 211: Chapter 11. Configuring The Terminal

    Configuring The Terminal Introduction This chapter describes the Terminal Configuration Manager (TCM), and how it is used to specify and load files into the flash memory of the terminal using the terminal’s Initial Program Loader (IPL). In TCM, you create a script that contains the information (commands to copy files) for building the image.
  • Page 212 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide window is split; the left half (or pane) of the window displays the directory tree for the current drive, and the right half displays the directory contents for the current drive.
  • Page 213 Configuring The Terminal Table 11-1. TCM Screen Components (continued) Component Description File Explorer A read-only source window for files and/or directories to include in the script being built. Tool Bar Contains the tools, illustrated below, for taking action on a script. Create a new script file.

  • Page 214: Defining Script Properties

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Defining Script Properties Before a script is created, the script properties must be defined. This defines the type of terminal, flash type, number of disks being created, and the memory configuration of each disk volume.
  • Page 215 Configuring The Terminal Note: The options available under the disks drop-down menu changes depending on the flash type. Some flash types only have one option for the number of disk volumes, others have two options. 6. For each disk volume, determine the Read/Write access option. 7.

  • Page 216: Creating The Script For The Hex Image

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Creating the Script for the Hex Image On start-up, TCM displays the screen shown on page 11-3, with the Script1 window and File Explorer window pointing to the following directory: Symbol Windows CE SDK(xxxx)\SymbolPlatforms\PDTxxxx\TCMScripts The Script1 Window directory pane displays two volumes: Volume1 and Volume2.

  • Page 217: Copy Components To The Script

    Configuring The Terminal Copy Components to the Script Copy files or directories to the script being generated: 1. Click on the File Explorer Window to make it the active window. 2. Click on the source directory in the Directory Tree Pane. TCM displays the directory contents in the Contents Pane.

  • Page 218: Building The Image

    If you wish to use an original or Symbol-supplied standard script as a base and save the changes in a new script, use Save As instead of Save after making the changes, and save to a different filename.

  • Page 219: If The Build Fails

    Configuring The Terminal On the toolbar, choose . The Configure Build window appears. 3. Select the item to build. If you select to build an application, specify the application. 4. Select ASCII format for your hex image, or Compression, which reduces the size of most hex images in order to speed downloading.

  • Page 220: Sending The Hex Image

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Sending the Hex Image Once the hex file is built, you are ready to download it to the terminal. A Hex image download requires both TCM and a program loader stored on the terminal. The terminal comes with a program loading utility, Initial Program Loader (IPL), stored in the terminal’s...
  • Page 221 Configuring The Terminal 3. If the correct hex file is not displayed in the Hex File to Load field, click on the Browse button and navigate to the correct hex file to be downloaded. 4. Click on the Comm Port drop-down menu and select the COM port being used. Ports already in use display in the Unavailable Ports field.

  • Page 222: Setting Up Ipl To Receive The File

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Setting Up IPL to Receive the File The Initial Program Loader (IPL) can be set up on the terminal to download and receive files two ways: via the TCM utility running on a host PC, or from a Compact Flash card inserted in the terminal.
  • Page 223 Configuring The Terminal No AC Power is detected! Initial Program Loader Timer: OFF IPL Requires AC Platform Plug in AC Power Application Config Block then Press Enter ... Windows CE Monitor WARNING: Removing power ROM Files during IPL updates may Splash Screen render unit inoperable Power Micro...
  • Page 224 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 5. The Select Transport menu displays (see Figure 11-2). In manual mode, use the Up and Down arrow keys to select the transport method on this screen. The choices are Serial Port or Compact Flash (CF) card.
  • Page 225 Configuring The Terminal 6. When Serial Port is selected from the Select Transport menu, Select Baud Rate displays (see Figure 11-3). Use the Up and Down arrow keys to select the baud rate on this screen. If the timer is on, the default selection is initially 115200 and subsequently whatever was previously selected.
  • Page 226 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Select File Name Timer: OFF MON1_08.HEX OS_1_02.HEX PTBL-01.HEX SPLSH-00.HEX PL46-04.HEX APP-04.HEX PM1_0_24.HEX Previous IPL V1.07.1987 Figure 11-4. Select File Name Menu 8. After choosing a baud rate or file name, the Download File? screen displays...
  • Page 227 Configuring The Terminal • If Download is selected: • and the transport is CF Card, the Downloading… from CF card... screen displays (see Figure 11-7) • and the transport is Serial Port, the Downloading...Waiting for input… screen displays (see Figure 11-8).
  • Page 228 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 9. When the transport method is CF Card and Download is selected from the Download File? screen, the Downloading… from CF card screen (see Figure 11-7) displays what is being downloaded and provides a status bar indicating the download progress.
  • Page 229 Configuring The Terminal Downloading: Auto Select via Serial Port 115200 Waiting for input... ###_____________________ 16% IPL V1.07.1987 Figure 11-8. Downloading...Waiting for Input Screen Note: The text "Auto Select" on the Downloading screens pictured in Figure 11-7 Figure 11-8 displays only when Auto Select is selected from the Initial Program Loader main menu.

  • Page 230: Error Messages

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Error Messages IPL Error Detection While receiving data, IPL performs many checks on the data to ensure that the data is received correctly. If an error is detected, IPL immediately aborts the download, and reports the error on an error screen.
  • Page 231 Configuring The Terminal Table 11-2. IPL Errors Error Text Error Number Probable Cause Unknown error A general error occurred. Retry the download. If the failure persists, it is most likely due to a hardware failure; the terminal requires servicing. Cancelled by user The user canceled the download.
  • Page 232 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table 11-2. IPL Errors (continued) Error Text Error Number Probable Cause There is no more heap There is no more heap space available for space available the download procedure. Restart IPL and retry the download.

  • Page 233: Tcm Error Messages

    Ensure that the partition selected from the Main Menu matches the file selected for download. File type does not support IPL auto-select is only valid for Symbol HEX IPL auto-select files. Only use Auto-Select with Symbol HEX files. Non-contiguous record...

  • Page 234: Creating A Splash Screen

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Error Description Error - Image Larger than If the required size of the binary image file is larger than the associated Partition partition size, the Partition Size cell in the partition grid turns red to highlight the error.

  • Page 235: Loading The Splash Screen Via Tcm

    Configuring The Terminal Loading the Splash Screen via TCM To load the bitmap: 1. Click TCM.exe in the TCM directory. 2. Connect the PDT 8100 to the development PC and invoke IPL to prepare the terminal to receive the Splash screen download. 3.
  • Page 236 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 11-28...

  • Page 237: Chapter Contents

    Chapter 12 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Chapter Contents Introduction ..............12-3 Maintaining the Terminal .
  • Page 238 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 12-2...

  • Page 239: Chapter 12. Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    Maintenance and Troubleshooting Introduction This chapter includes instructions on cleaning and storing the terminal, and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during terminal operating. Maintaining the Terminal For trouble-free service, observe the following tips when using the terminal: • Take care not to scratch the screen of the terminal. When working with the terminal, use the supplied stylus or plastic-tipped pens intended for use with a touch- sensitive screen.

  • Page 240: Troubleshooting

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Troubleshooting Terminal Table 12-1. Troubleshooting The Terminal Problem Cause Solution Terminal does not turn on. Lithium-ion battery not Charge or replace the lithium-ion battery in charged. the terminal. Lithium-ion battery not Ensure battery is installed properly.
  • Page 241 Battery charging circuit Probable cause is a failed battery. Replace is in a fault condition. with a new battery from Symbol. Rechargeable lithium-ion Battery failed. Replace battery. If the terminal still does not battery did not charge.
  • Page 242 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table 12-1. Troubleshooting The Terminal (continued) Problem Cause Solution During data Terminal removed from Replace the terminal in the cradle, or communication, no data cradle or unplugged replace the Synchronization cable, and re-...
  • Page 243 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 12-1. Troubleshooting The Terminal (continued) Problem Cause Solution Character strokes If you’re using the Block Recognizer or written on the wrong part Letter Recognizer input method, make the of the LCD screen. character strokes in the lower character entry area on the screen —...
  • Page 244 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table 12-1. Troubleshooting The Terminal (continued) Problem Cause Solution When receiving beamed Not enough free memory The terminal requires at least twice the data an out of memory available for receiving amount of memory available as the data you message appears.
  • Page 245 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 12-1. Troubleshooting The Terminal (continued) Problem Cause Solution Terminals with an integrated imager: The terminal does not save The still Image Capture Enable Image Capture. images. program is not enabled. The still Image Capture program is application dependent.

  • Page 246: Crd 8100-1200S

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide CRD 8100-1200S Table 12-2. Troubleshooting The CRD 8100-1200S Symptom Possible Cause Action LEDs do not light Cradle is not receiving Ensure the power cable is connected securely when terminal or power.

  • Page 247: Chs 8100-4000C

    Maintenance and Troubleshooting CHS 8100-4000C Table 12-3. Troubleshooting The CHS 8100-4000C Problem Cause Solution LED does not light when Cradle is not receiving Ensure the power supply is securely the cradle is powered on. power. connected and receiving power. LED stays green when the Terminal is not seated Ensure the battery is properly installed in terminal is inserted.

  • Page 248: Crd 8100 1200M

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide CRD 8100 1200M Table 12-4. Troubleshooting The CRD 8100-1200M Symptom Possible Cause Action LEDs do not light Cradle is not receiving Ensure the power cable is connected securely when terminal or power.
  • Page 249 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 12-4. Troubleshooting The CRD 8100-1200M (continued) Symptom Possible Cause Action Terminal not The modem cable is not Ensure the modem cable is connected securely communicating properly connected. to both the cradle and to the telephone jack. through the The cradle is not receiving Ensure the power cable is connected securely...
  • Page 250 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table 12-4. Troubleshooting The CRD 8100-1200M (continued) Symptom Possible Cause Action Terminal has Data is being transferred Temporarily disable the radio link to force data successfully over S24 radio link.
  • Page 251 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 12-4. Troubleshooting The CRD 8100-1200M (continued) Symptom Possible Cause Action Dial-out fails Host computer is not Select host computer in the ActiveSync dialog selected in the ActiveSync Using the Single Slot Serial and Modem dialog box on the terminal. Cradles with ActiveSync on page 4-8.

  • Page 252: Crd 8100-4200E

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide CRD 8100-4200E Table 12-5. Troubleshooting The CRD 8100-4200E Symptom Cause Solution Attempt by the terminal to Terminal removed from Wait one minute and reinsert the terminal in ActiveSync failed. the cradle while the LED the cradle.
  • Page 253 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 12-5. Troubleshooting The CRD 8100-4200E (continued) Symptom Cause Solution Terminal has successfully Data is being transferred Temporarily disable the radio link to force connected through the over the S24 radio link. data transmission through the cradle. Tap cradle, but no data is the wireless LAN icon from the systray on being transmitted over the...
  • Page 254 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table 12-5. Troubleshooting The CRD 8100-4200E (continued) Symptom Cause Solution Battery is not recharging. Terminal removed from Replace the terminal into the cradle. It can the cradle too soon. take up to 4 hours to recharge a completely depleted battery pack if terminal is suspended or longer if the terminal is on.

  • Page 255: Mdm8100-150 Modem Module

    Maintenance and Troubleshooting MDM8100-150 Modem Module Table 12-6. Troubleshooting the MDM8100-150 Symptom Cause Solution Terminal battery is The power cable is not fully Ensure the power cable is connected securely not charging connected. to both the MDM8100 and to AC power. through the Power Terminal and modem were Plug the terminal and modem back into the AC...
  • Page 256 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table 12-6. Troubleshooting the MDM8100-150 (continued) Symptom Cause Solution ActiveSync fails. A partnership was not Setting up a Partnership on page 4-4. established with the host computer. Host computer is not Select host computer in the ActiveSync screen.

  • Page 257: Vcd 8100-R001

    Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 12-6. Troubleshooting the MDM8100-150 (continued) Symptom Cause Solution For Pocket PC 2002 - Ensure installation instructions included with eConnect is not configured. eConnect have been performed. Verify eConnect files are present on terminal. Verify connection name is ‘SnapOnModem’. VCD 8100-R001 Table 12-7.
  • Page 258 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table 12-7. Troubleshooting The VCD 8100-R001 Symptom Cause Solution Spare battery is not Battery not correctly seated Remove and re-insert the spare battery into charging. in charging slot. slot, making sure it is firmly seated (see page 4).Check slot for debris.

  • Page 259: Appendix A Block Recognizer Characters

    Appendix A Block Recognizer Characters Using the Block Recognizer, you can write characters directly on the terminal screen with the stylus. These characters are translated into typed text. Use Block Recognizer to enter text, for example, to write a note or to fill in fields in a dialog box. Figure A-2 provides examples of how to write characters in lowercase.
  • Page 260 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide The following chart illustrates some of the characters you can write (the dot on each character is the starting point for writing). Figure A-2. Character Chart For specific instructions on using Block Recognizer, with Block Recognizer open, tap the...

  • Page 261: Appendix B Demo Program

    The PDT 8100’s demo program illustrates how to use some of the terminal’s many applications. If the demo program is not already on the PDT 8100 (check the Start menu), you may download the program from the Symbol Windows CE Software Developer’s Kit (SDK). See...
  • Page 262 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide To initiate the demo program, select PDT 8100 Demo from the Start menu. The initial demo program screen appears. Figure B-1. Main Demo Screen...

  • Page 263: Scan Demo (Vc Scan

    A registry entry exists to have the Triggers act independently as Trigger #1 to Trigger #5, so that separate actions can be assigned to the triggers. For more details, refer to the Windows CE Software Developer’s Kit for Symbol Terminals (Help File).

  • Page 264: Scanning Data Fields

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Scanning Data Fields After a bar code is scanned, the following data appears in the screen: • Data displays the data encoded in the scanned bar code. • Type indicates the hex type scanned.

  • Page 265: Activex Demo (Vb Scan

    Demo Program ActiveX Demo (VB Scan) The ActiveX scan test uses the ActiveX Scan Control to perform bar code scanning. Upon a successful decode, the decoded data and bar code type are displayed. To access the demo, tap VB Scan on the main demo screen. Figure B-3.

  • Page 266: Html Scan Demo

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide HTML Scan Demo The HTML Scan demo provides the HTML application ScanBrowse. You may also use this application to turn the Scan Wedge in ScanBrowse on and off. To access the demo, tap HTML Scan on the main demo screen.

  • Page 267: Scanbrowse

    Demo Program ScanBrowse ScanBrowse uses Pocket Internet Explorer to render the HTML code and the Scan Wedge to scan data into scan enabled fields. Figure B-5. Scan Browse Screen In this sample HTML application, the scan wedge is configured (via ScanWedge.reg) to bracket all scanned data with “{{“...

  • Page 268: Files

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Files Tap Files on the main demo screen for a file browser utility, File Explorer, that provides similar Windows Explorer-like functionality on Pocket PC terminals. File Explorer allows the user to browse, cut, copy, paste, and delete files as well as execute the program. It also provides file transfer capability via the IrDA port.

  • Page 269: Magstripe Reader

    Demo Program MagStripe Reader Select MagStripe on the demo’s main menu for a sample MagStripe application. Figure B-7. MagStripe Screen...

  • Page 270: Sounds (Audio Sample

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Sounds (Audio Sample) Tap Sounds on the main demo screen for an audio sample, which demonstrates how to record, play back, and save sounds. Figure B-8. Audio Sample Screen Audio Files are opened from and saved to \Application\wav\ by default, and are configured...

  • Page 271: Images (Imageviewer Sample

    Demo Program Images (ImageViewer Sample) Tap Images on the main demo screen for an ImageViewer sample, which demonstrates how to manipulate displayed image files. Figure B-9. ImageViewer Screen ImageViewer supports the color .bmp files, and both color and mono .jpg files. The application uses screen swiping and buttons to control images.

  • Page 272: Ce Apps

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Button Description Button Description Set mode to "fine panning." Set mode to "rough panning." Open an image file. Exit the Image Viewer application. Save the current image. About screen. CE Apps...

  • Page 273: About

    Demo Program About Select the About button on the demo’s main screen to view information about the demo program. Utilities Tap Utilities on the main demo screen for diagnostic options that ensure various aspects of the terminal are functioning correctly. Figure B-11.

  • Page 274: Control Panel

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Control Panel Tap Configure on the Utilities screen to access the Control Panel, where you can specify settings for the terminal. Figure B-12. Control Panel Screen About and System Versions Tap About on the Control Panel to view the version of the Control Panel.

  • Page 275: Unique Unit Id

    Tap Unique Unit ID on the Control Panel to view the terminal’s unique unit ID (a 16-byte hex number identifier), and the version numbers for RCM (Resource Coordinator Manager) API, Rescoord (Resource Coordinator) DLL, UUID DLL, and Temperature DLL. Figure B-14. Unique Unit ID Screen Note: PDT 8100 Series terminals do not support the Temperature DLL. B-15...

  • Page 276: Persist

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Persist Persist allows changes made by the Control Panel to remain in effect after a cold boot. When enabled, Persist creates .reg files which save specific settings that are made and restore the settings to the registry after a cold boot.

  • Page 277: Touch Calibrate

    Demo Program Touch Calibrate Select Touch Calibrate to re-align the screen. Figure B-16. Align Screen Printer Settings Select Printer Settings on the Control Panel to select the printer you’ll use with the terminal, and specify printer settings. Figure B-17. Printer Settings Screen B-17...

  • Page 278: Communication Settings

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide • Selected Printer allows you to select the printer to use. To change the printer, tap the Selected Printer field to scroll through the available printers. • Printer Parameter allows you to set the communication parameter associated with the selected printer.

  • Page 279: Display Settings

    Demo Program Display Settings Select Display Settings on the Control Panel to customize the display backlight. Figure B-19. Display Settings Screen (Color Terminal Shown) • Tap Intensity to increment the intensity value. The terminal’s display changes along with the value. •...

  • Page 280: Audio Settings

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Audio Settings Select Audio Settings on the Control Panel to specify the beeper volume and view the version numbers for the Audio and Notify APIs. Figure B-20. Audio Settings Screen •...

  • Page 281: Scanner Settings

    Tap Scanner Version to view the version numbers for the hardware, decoder, PPD, MDD, and API. Refer to the Windows CE Software Developer’s Kit for Symbol Terminals Help File in the SDK for details on the available parameter options. B-21...
  • Page 282 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide B-22...

  • Page 283: Appendix C Imagedemo Application

    Appendix C ImageDemo Application Introduction The ImageDemo application (in terminals with an integrated imager) provides the user with the ability to capture, display, and manipulate image files. In addition, the application allows the user to adjust a wide range of settings that affect image capture. These settings are called "capabilities"...
  • Page 284 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide When the ImageDemo application starts, it automatically starts the Image Acquisition process by enabling image capture and displaying a real-time video image. The application divides the display into three areas.

  • Page 285: Launching Imagedemo

    • supports on screen zooming and dragging of the current captured image. Launching ImageDemo To launch the demo program, tap Start - ImageDemo. The Symbol Image Capture screen displays (see Figure C-1). When ImageDemo is launched, the image and mode view that appears on the terminal’s display varies.

  • Page 286: Opening A Saved Image

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Opening a Saved Image Tap File - Open to display the Open Image file window: Figure C-3. Symbol Image Capture - Open Image File 1. Locate the file to open by selecting a folder on the terminal from the Folder drop- down list.

  • Page 287: Exiting Imagedemo

    To save an acquired image: 1. Tap File - Save to display the Save Image file window: Figure C-4. Symbol Image Capture - Save Image File 2. Enter the name of the image to save in the Name text box.

  • Page 288: Using The Tools Menu

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Using the Tools Menu Tap the Tools menu and select About, Imager Settings or Default. Figure C-5. Symbol Image Capture - Tools Menu About ImageDemo Tap Tools - About to view software and hardware version information for the ImageDemo application on the terminal.

  • Page 289: Acqcap Tab View

    AcqCap Tab View Tap the AcqCap tab to display the AcqCap view. The AcqCap view is used to define and/or control how the imaging hardware acquires images. Figure C-6. Symbol Image Capture - AcqCap View Table C-1. AcqCap Fields Field...
  • Page 290 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table C-1. AcqCap Fields (Continued) Field Description Lamp On Specifies if the lamp should be used during image acquisition. If enabled, the lamp is turned on during the exposure phase of image acquisition.
  • Page 291 ImageDemo Application Table C-1. AcqCap Fields (Continued) Field Description AE Settle Defines the degree to which the auto exposure algorithm must settle before an image is returned. This field has no effect if auto exposure is disabled. Setting AE Settle too low may cause a fail to return an image under certain lighting conditions.

  • Page 292: Imgcap Tab View

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide ImgCap Tab View Tap the ImgCap tab to display the ImgCap view. The ImgCap view is used to define and/or control how images are formatted. Format options include cropping, file format, etc.
  • Page 293 ImageDemo Application Table C-2. ImgCap Fields (Continued) Field Description JPEG Quality Specifies the desired JPEG image quality as a percentage. No assumption is made about the meaning of the range 1 - 99. It may be derived from the JPEG standard, or it may be optimized for the device.
  • Page 294 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table C-2. ImgCap Fields (Continued) Field Description Crop Settings X Coordinate: Specifies, in pixels, the X coordinate of the top, left corner of the rectangle that is used to crop the acquired image.

  • Page 295: Vfcap Tab View

    The default value is Disabled. Allowed values are Enabled or Disabled. VFCap Tab View Tap the VFCap tab to display the VFCap view. The VFCap view is used to define and/or control aspects of the viewfinder function. Figure C-8. Symbol Image Capture - VFCap View C-13...
  • Page 296 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table C-3. VFCap Fields Field Description ViewFInder Enables and disables the viewfinder. Framerate Indicates the current frame rate of the viewfinder in frames per second. The allowed value is 0 and cannot be changed.
  • Page 297 ImageDemo Application Table C-3. VFCap Fields (Continued) Field Description Crop Start X Coordinate: Specifies, in pixels, the X coordinate of the top, left corner of the rectangle that is used to crop the viewfinder image. The default value is 0. Allowed values are any value equal to or greater than 0.
  • Page 298 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table C-3. VFCap Fields (Continued) Field Description VF Origin X Coordinate: Specifies, in pixels, the X coordinate of the display rectangle. This is the rectangle in the window defined by the Window Handle where the viewfinder image is displayed.

  • Page 299: Devcap Tab View

    Tap the DevCap tab to display the DevCap view. The DevCap view is used to define and/ or control the actual imaging device. This includes resolution of the imager, its available power modes, etc. Figure C-9. Symbol Image Capture - DevCap View Table C-4. DevCap Fields Field...
  • Page 300 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table C-4. DevCap Fields (Continued) Field Description Color Format The color format of the pixel data the imaging device is capable of acquiring. The default value is Gray 8bit (Mono 8-bit) and cannot be changed.

  • Page 301: Version Tab View

    ImageDemo Application Version Tab View Tap the Version tab to display the Version view. This view displays read-only hardware and software versions. Figure C-10. Symbol Image Capture - Version View Table C-5. VerCap Fields Field Description Image API Version Provides the version number of the Image Capture API.

  • Page 302: Misc Tab View

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table C-5. VerCap Fields (Continued) Field Description JPEG Library Version This is the version of the ImgOperations.DLL currently being used by the Image Capture driver. This DLL provides JPEG, TIFF< BMP format conversion for imaging applications.
  • Page 303 ImageDemo Application Table C-6. Misc Fields Field Description File Name Prefix Images are automatically saved on the device when they are acquired. The default name assigned to each acquired image contains a prefix and suffix. The default File Name Prefix is the 5-character word Image.

  • Page 304: Using Imagedemo Modes

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Using ImageDemo Modes ImageDemo modes allow images to be edited on the terminal’s display, through the viewfinder, prior to capturing an image. Ensure the ViewFinder option is enabled in Capture mode to allow the image to appear on the terminal’s display.

  • Page 305: Format Mode

    ImageDemo Application Format Mode Tap Mode - Format to display the Format mode: Figure C-13. Symbol Image Capture - Format Mode As needed, define/control the settings in this mode as follows: • Select a format from the File Format drop-down list.

  • Page 306: Edit Mode

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Edit Mode Tap Mode - Edit to display the Edit mode: Figure C-14. Symbol Image Capture - Edit Mode As needed, define/control the settings in this mode as follows: •...

  • Page 307: Crop Mode

    ImageDemo Application Crop Mode Tap Mode - Crop to display the Crop mode: Figure C-15. Symbol Image Capture - Crop Mode As needed, define/control the settings in this mode as follows: • Use the stylus on the terminal’s display and drag a rectangle to crop the image. You can also crop the image by entering numeric values in the Cropping Rectangle boxes.

  • Page 308: Scan Mode

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Note: Tap File - Save to save any changes made in this mode. Otherwise, image changes are discarded upon exit, or when a new file is opened. Scan Mode Tap Mode - Scan to display the Scan mode: Figure C-16.

  • Page 309: Capture Mode

    The status of the scanned bar code displays in the text box on the bottom of the screen (e.g., Decode). Capture Mode Tap Mode - Capture to display the Capture mode: Enable/Snap button Illumination Laser aim Auto exposure View finder Figure C-17. Symbol Image Capture - Capture Mode C-27...

  • Page 310: Capturing Images

    Settings. Acquired images can also be saved by selecting Save from the File menu and renamed using the File Explorer. Acquiring Images of Documents and Signatures 1. Launch the ImageDemo application by tapping Start - ImageDemo. The Symbol Image Capture screen displays. C-28...
  • Page 311 ViewFinder: when enabled, the image to capture appears on the terminal’s display. 5. Aim the exit window at the image to capture. 6. Align the document or signature within the corners of the target. Figure C-18. Symbol Image Capture - Signature Capture Screen C-29...

  • Page 312: Acquiring Other Still Images

    File menu. Acquiring Other Still Images 1. Launch the ImageDemo application by tapping Start - ImageDemo. The Symbol Image Capture screen displays. 2. Ensure the imager is enabled. The imager is enabled when a video image appears on the terminal’s display.

  • Page 313: Appendix D Technical Specifications

    Appendix D Technical Specifications Technical Specifications Tables Table D-1 summarizes the intended operating environment and technical specifications for PDT 8100 terminals with an integrated scanner and 15-pin Serial Port. Table D-2 summarizes the intended operating environment and technical specifications for PDT 8100 terminals with an integrated imager.
  • Page 314 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table D-1. Technical Specifications - Integrated Scanner/15-Pin Serial Port (Contin- Size 8.4" L x 3.7" W x 1.8" D (213 mm x 93.9 mm x 45.7 mm). Weight (including battery) 16.5 oz (max.) / 468 gm...
  • Page 315 Technical Specifications Table D-2. Technical Specifications - Integrated Imager (Continued) Intel XScale PXA255 32-bit ARM V5 or V5T 400 MHz 64 MB SDRAM Memory Operating Platform Microsoft® Pocket PC 2002 Keypads Choice of 28-, 37-, 47-keys; plus 2 side scan keys Communications IrDA 1.0 (SIR) Wireless Local Area Network...
  • Page 316 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table D-2. Technical Specifications - Integrated Imager (Continued) Illumination Element Light Emitting Diode (LED) 635 nm ± 20 nm Total LED Output Power Less than 10 mW Pattern Angle 50º (FWHM)

  • Page 317: Com Port Definitions

    Technical Specifications COM Port Definitions. Table D-3. PDT 8100 COM Port Definitions COM Port Definition COM1 Serial/Cradle COM2 Raw IrDA COM3 IRComm COM4 28-key terminal: Reserved 47-key terminal: Reserved 37-key terminal: • Reserved in terminals with a scanner • Micro D connector in terminals without a scanner (see Figure D-2 on page...

  • Page 318: Terminal Pin-Outs

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Terminal Pin-Outs Pin 1 Figure D-1. Serial Communication Port (COM1) Table D-4. PDT 8100 Serial Communication Port (COM1) Pin-Outs Description ext 5 volts RS232_gnd Power_GND 9 Volts_In...
  • Page 319 Technical Specifications Terminal Pin-Outs (continued) Pin 1 Pin 8 Pin 9 Pin 15 Figure D-2. 15-Pin Micro D Port (COM2) Table D-5. PDT 8100 15-Pin Micro D Port (COM2) Pin-Outs Description Power (5Vdc at 100ma max) Power (5Vdc at 100ma max)

  • Page 320: Vehicle Cradle Pin-Outs

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Vehicle Cradle Pin-Outs Table D-6. Vehicle Cradle Serial Connector Pin-Outs Description SIG_GND...

  • Page 321: Appendix E Keyboard Maps

    Appendix E Keyboard Maps Introduction This appendix contains the keyboard maps for all keyboard configurations of the PDT 8100 terminal. Each key is listed in the table with its value, depending on the state of the keyboard. As shown below, when the key is pressed on the 28-key keyboard, the default state displays the number ‘2’.

  • Page 322: 28-Key Keyboard

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 28-Key Keyboard Figure E-1. PDT 8100 28-Key...
  • Page 323 Keyboard Maps Note: Keys on the 28-key keyboard can have more than one letter value. To type a letter, press the key again for the next letter in the sequence. For example, to type the letter ‘l’, press the Alpha key once, then press the ‘5’...
  • Page 324 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table E-1. 28-Key Keyboard Functionality (Continued) ASCII Code Value Default Alpha Alpha, State State Shift State Shift State Func State (Decimal) (Decimal) Note: Shift State mappings only apply to WWE (World Wide English) versions of the terminal...
  • Page 325 Keyboard Maps Table E-1. 28-Key Keyboard Functionality (Continued) ASCII Code Value Default Alpha Alpha, State State Shift State Shift State Func State (Decimal) (Decimal) Note: Shift State mappings only apply to WWE (World Wide English) versions of the terminal Home...
  • Page 326 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table E-1. 28-Key Keyboard Functionality (Continued) ASCII Code Value Default Alpha Alpha, State State Shift State Shift State Func State (Decimal) (Decimal) Note: Shift State mappings only apply to WWE (World Wide English) versions of the terminal &...
  • Page 327 Keyboard Maps Table E-1. 28-Key Keyboard Functionality (Continued) ASCII Code Value Default Alpha Alpha, State State Shift State Shift State Func State (Decimal) (Decimal) Note: Shift State mappings only apply to WWE (World Wide English) versions of the terminal Ctrl...
  • Page 328 A registry entry exists to have the Triggers act independently as Trigger #1 to Trigger #5, so that separate actions can be assigned to the triggers. For more details, refer to the Windows CE Software Developer’s Kit for Symbol Terminals (Help File). Left Arrow...
  • Page 329 Keyboard Maps Table E-1. 28-Key Keyboard Functionality (Continued) ASCII Code Value Default Alpha Alpha, State State Shift State Shift State Func State (Decimal) (Decimal) Note: Shift State mappings only apply to WWE (World Wide English) versions of the terminal Right Arrow Right Arrow...
  • Page 330 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table E-1. 28-Key Keyboard Functionality (Continued) ASCII Code Value Default Alpha Alpha, State State Shift State Shift State Func State (Decimal) (Decimal) Note: Shift State mappings only apply to WWE (World Wide English) versions of the terminal...
  • Page 331 Keyboard Maps Table E-1. 28-Key Keyboard Functionality (Continued) ASCII Code Value Default Alpha Alpha, State State Shift State Shift State Func State (Decimal) (Decimal) Note: Shift State mappings only apply to WWE (World Wide English) versions of the terminal To Alpha To Numeric (default) (Blue key)
  • Page 332 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Table E-1. 28-Key Keyboard Functionality (Continued) ASCII Code Value Default Alpha Alpha, State State Shift State Shift State Func State (Decimal) (Decimal) Note: Shift State mappings only apply to WWE (World Wide English) versions of the terminal >...
  • Page 333 Keyboard Maps Table E-1. 28-Key Keyboard Functionality (Continued) ASCII Code Value Default Alpha Alpha, State State Shift State Shift State Func State (Decimal) (Decimal) Note: Shift State mappings only apply to WWE (World Wide English) versions of the terminal Backlight Backlight Backlight Backlight...

  • Page 334: 37-Key Keyboard

    PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 37-Key Keyboard Scan ’ VK CODE ASCII VALUE (Decimal) (Decimal) PRINTABLE CHARACTER LOGICAL KEY SEQUENCE NAME The Send key is application dependent. Figure E-2. PDT 8100 37-Key Unshifted State E-14...
  • Page 335 Keyboard Maps Scan " & < > VK CODE ASCII VALUE (Decimal) (Decimal) PRINTABLE CHARACTER LOGICAL KEY SEQUENCE NAME The Send key is application dependent. Figure E-3. PDT 8100 37-Key Shift State E-15...
  • Page 336 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Scan Unshifted State VK CODE ASCII VALUE (Decimal) (Decimal) PRINTABLE CHARACTER LOGICAL KEY SEQUENCE NAME The Send key is application dependent. Figure E-4. PDT 8100 37-Key Alpha State E-16...
  • Page 337 Keyboard Maps Scan Unshifted State VK CODE ASCII VALUE (Decimal) (Decimal) PRINTABLE CHARACTER LOGICAL KEY SEQUENCE NAME The Send key is application dependent. Figure E-5. PDT 8100 37-Key Alpha Shift State E-17...
  • Page 338 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Space CAPS Light Dark Vol + Ctrl Vol - VK CODE ASCII VALUE (Decimal) (Decimal) PRINTABLE CHARACTER LOGICAL KEY SEQUENCE NAME The Send key is application dependent. Figure E-6. PDT 8100 37-Key Function State...

  • Page 339: 47-Key Keyboards

    Keyboard Maps 47-Key Keyboards Scan VK CODE ASCII VALUE (Decimal) (Decimal) PRINTABLE CHARACTER LOGICAL KEY SEQUENCE NAME The Send key is application dependent. Figure E-7. PDT 8100 47-Key Unshifted State E-19...
  • Page 340 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Scan & > VK CODE ASCII VALUE (Decimal) (Decimal) PRINTABLE CHARACTER LOGICAL KEY SEQUENCE NAME The Send key is application dependent. Figure E-8. PDT 8100 47-Key Alpha (Shift) State E-20...
  • Page 341 Keyboard Maps Scan Ctrl a Ctrl c Ctrl d Ctrl e Ctrl b Ctrl g Ctrl f Ctrl h Ctrl i Ctrl j Ctrl l Ctrl m Ctrl n Ctrl o Ctrl k Ctrl p Ctrl q Ctrl r Ctrl s Ctrl t Ctrl u Ctrl v...
  • Page 342 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Scan Alt a Alt c Alt d Alt e Alt b Alt g Alt f Alt h Alt i Alt j Alt o Alt k Alt l Alt m Alt n...
  • Page 343 Keyboard Maps CAPS Scan Ctrl Dark Vol + Vol - Light " VK CODE ASCII VALUE (Decimal) (Decimal) PRINTABLE CHARACTER LOGICAL KEY SEQUENCE NAME The Send key is application dependent. Figure E-11. PDT 8100 47-Key Function State E-23...
  • Page 344 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide E-24...
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  • Page 347 Index Numerics quick grip trigger handle ..xv, 1-8 SDK ......1-8 11 Mbps serial/charging cable .
  • Page 348 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Configuring ..... 8-5 LED indicators ....1-25 installing software .
  • Page 349 ....B-14 contacting Symbol ....xvi display .
  • Page 350 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide magstripe ..... . B-9 MSR sample ....B-9 favorite links .
  • Page 351 Index modes negative image ....C-12 capture ....C-27 rotate image .
  • Page 352 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 11 Mbps ......9-6 APs ......9-20 lamp on .
  • Page 353 Index adding to Start menu ....3-8 system requirements ... . 10-3 flash file system ....3-4 SDK install .
  • Page 354 ......1-3 Symbol support center ....xvi use video vf crop settings .
  • Page 355 Index Word writing on screen ....2-24 Pocket ......6-3 Index-9...
  • Page 356 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide Index-10...
  • Page 358 PDT 8100 Series with Intel XScale Technology Product Reference Guide 72-57773-02 Rev A — May 2003 Symbol Technologies, Inc. One Symbol Plaza, Holtsville N.Y. 11742-1300 http://www.symbol.com/manuals...

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