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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 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Inserting an MMC/SD Storage Card ..........1-25 Replacing the S24 Wireless Networker Card .
Page 7 Contents Scanning ..............2-33 Scan LED Indicator.
Page 8 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Contacts ..............5-6 Creating Contacts .
Page 9 Contents Browsing the Web ............7-3 Mobile Favorites.
Page 10 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Chapter 11. Software Installation on Development PC Chapter Contents ............. 11-1 Introduction .
Page 11 Contents Appendix B. Additional Programs Introduction ..............B-1 CF Shutdown .
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Page 13: About This Guide
The PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide provides information about the PDT 8000 Series terminal using the Pocket PC 2003 Operating System, and its accessories. The PDT 8000 Series includes the following variations of the terminal: •...
Page 14 Block Recognizer so they are correctly translated into text. • Appendix B, Additional Programs provides an overview of the PDT 8000 demo program applications, such as scanning, setup, diagnostic utilities and file management. •...
Page 15: Notational Conventions
About This Guide Notational Conventions This document uses these conventions: • “terminal” or “PDT 8000” refers to any model of the terminal. • “User” refers to anyone using an application on the terminal. • “You” refers to the End User, System Administrator or Technical Support person using this manual as a reference to install, configure, operate, maintain and troubleshoot the terminal.
Page 16: Service Information
Call the Support Center from a phone near the scanning equipment so that the service person can try to talk you through your problem. If the equipment is found to be working properly and the problem is symbol readability, the Support Center will request samples of your bar codes for analysis at our plant.
Page 17: Symbol Support Center
Holtsville, New York 11742-1300 Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4W 4Z2 Tel: 1-800-653-5350 Tel: 905-629-7226 United Kingdom Asia/Pacific Symbol Technologies Symbol Technologies Asia, Inc (Singapore Symbol Place Branch) Winnersh Triangle, Berkshire RG41 5TP 230 Victoria Street #05-07/09 United Kingdom Bugis Junction Office Tower...
Page 18 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Germany/Deutchland Italy/Italia Symbol Technologies GmbH Symbol Technologies Italia S.R.L. Waldstrasse 66 Via Cristoforo Columbo, 49 D-63128 Dietzenbach, Germany 20090 Trezzano S/N Navigilo Milano, Italy Tel: 6074-49020 (Inside Germany)
Page 19 Tel: Switchboard: 08 445 29 00 (domestic) Tel: Call Center: +46 8 445 29 29 (international) Support E-Mail: Sweden.Support@se.symbol.com 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. xvii...
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Page 21: Chapter Contents
Chapter 1 Getting Started Chapter Contents Introduction ..............1-3 Unpacking the Terminal .
Page 22 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Setting Time and Date ............1-32 Configuring Wake-ups .
Page 23: Introduction
• a Quick Reference Guide for the terminal. Inspect the equipment for damage. If you are missing any equipment or if you find any damaged equipment, contact the Symbol Technologies Support Center immediately. See page xv for contact information.
Page 24: Parts Of The Terminal
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Parts of the Terminal Front View Ruggedized End Cap (PDT 8056 only) Scan LED Charge Microphone TFT LCD (color) Power Button Speaker Figure 1-1. Front View...
Page 25 Getting Started Back View Side View IrDA Port (on back for PDT 8000 & 8046) Scan Scan Button Button Stylus Handstrap Battery Door Bottom View Serial, USB & Charge Port Figure 1-2. Back, Side & Bottom Views...
Page 26: Accessories
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Top View 1-D Exit Window Audio Jack PDT 8000/PDT 8037/PDT 8046 PDT8056 Figure 1-3. Top View Accessories • Additional lithium-ion Battery (p/n 21-54882-01) • Stylus (p/n 11-55475-05): for performing pen functions •...
Page 27 • Holster (p/n 11-57530-02): stores the terminal when not in use. • Symbol Mobility Developer Kit for eMbedded Visual C++ v4.0 (SMDK for eVC4), available at http://devzone.symbol.com/. • Symbol Mobility Developer Kit for .NET (SMDK for .NET), available at http://devzone.symbol.com/.
Page 28: Installing Batteries
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Installing Batteries Before using your terminal, install the lithium-ion battery. The battery fits behind the battery door on the back of the terminal. To install the battery: 1.
Page 29: Charging The Terminal Battery
Getting Started 4. Replace the battery door, hooking it onto the bottom of the compartment and then pressing down firmly along the top edge while rotating the latches on the battery door down into the locked position. Note: Ensure that the latches on the battery door are in the up position while securing the battery door on the terminal.
Page 30: Using The Serial Charging Cable
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Caution It is not recommended to use RF communication when the battery is charging. For communication setup, see Chapter 9, Spectrum24 Network Configuration. Using the Serial Charging Cable To charge the terminal’s battery using the Serial Charging Cable, setup as shown below:...
Page 31: Using The Snap-On Modem Module
Getting Started Using the Snap-On Modem Module To charge the terminal’s battery using the Snap-On Modem Module, setup as shown below: Terminal Charge LED Snap-On Modem Module Figure 1-5. Attaching the Snap-On Modem Module to the Terminal The terminal charge LED blinks amber to indicate that the terminal battery is charging and turns solid amber when charging is complete.
Page 32: Using The Snap-On Autocharger
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Using the Snap-On Autocharger To charge the terminal’s battery using the Snap-On Autocharger, setup as shown below: Terminal Charge LED Snap-On Autocharger Power Indicator Green Figure 1-6.
Page 33: Using The Magnetic Stripe Reader
Getting Started Using the Magnetic Stripe Reader To charge the terminal’s battery using the Magnetic Stripe Reader, setup as shown below: Terminal Charge LED Magnetic Stripe Reader Figure 1-7. Attaching the Magnetic Stripe Reader to the Terminal The terminal charge LED blinks amber to indicate that the terminal battery is charging and turns solid amber when charging is complete.
Page 34: Using The Single-Slot Cradle
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Using the Single-Slot Cradle To charge the terminal’s battery using the CRD8000-1000S or the CRD8000-1000M: 1. Connect the cradle to a power source. Figure 1-8. Single-Slot Power Connection 2.
Page 35: Using The Four-Slot Cradle
Getting Started The terminal charge LED blinks amber to indicate that the terminal battery is charging and turns solid amber when charging is complete. The battery fully charges in less than four hours, if the terminal is not in use. See Charge LED Indicator on page 1-22 for other indications.
Page 36: Using The Vehicle Cradle
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide The terminal charge LED blinks amber to indicate that the terminal battery is charging and turns solid amber when charging is complete. The battery fully charges in less than four hours, if the terminal is not in use.
Page 37: Charging Spare Batteries
Getting Started Note: If the cradle is connected to unswitched power, leaving the terminal in the cradle for an extended period of time will eventually deplete the vehicle battery. Charging Spare Batteries A spare battery can be charged using either of the single-slot cradles (CRD8000-1000S or CRD8000-1000M), the four-slot cradles (CHS8000-4000B or CRD8000-4000E), the vehicle cradle (VCD8000-R000) or the UBC Adaptor (p/n 21-32665-33).
Page 38: Using The Four-Slot Cradles
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 4. Lock the battery into place by sliding the latches on the battery down. LOCK The spare battery charging LED on the cradle blinks amber to indicate that the battery is charging and turns solid amber when battery is completely charged.
Page 39: Using The Vehicle Cradle
Getting Started The spare battery charging LED blinks amber to indicate that the battery is charging and turns solid amber when battery is completely charged. The battery fully charges in less than four hours, if the terminal is not in use. See Charge LED Indicator on page 1-22 for other indications.
Page 40 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 4. Gently press against the battery to ensure proper contact and lock the battery into place, as shown below: The spare battery charging LED on the cradle blinks amber to indicate that the spare battery is charging and turns solid amber when the battery is completely charged.
Page 41: Using The Ubc Battery Adapter
Getting Started Using the UBC Battery Adapter 1. Insert the appropriate battery adapter into the charger base. Note: Refer to the UBC 2000 Universal Battery Charger Product Guide for additional information regarding the charger base. 2. Insert the battery into its appropriate adapter. Ensure the polarity markings on the battery (+, -) match with those of the adapter.
Page 42: Charge Led Indicator
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Charge LED Indicator Table 1-1. Charge LED Indicator Indication Terminal Charging (LED is on terminal) Terminal not in cradle; terminal not placed correctly; cradle is not powered.
Page 43: Installing A Sim Card
1-8). Inserting a Compact Flash Storage Card Note: A compact flash storage card can be installed in the PDT 8000, PDT 8037 and PDT 8046 only. The terminal has a slot for a compact flash storage card which includes a compartment door that prevents the card from coming out if the terminal is dropped.
Page 44 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide To insert a compact flash storage card: 1. Unscrew and remove the card compartment door on the top of the terminal. PDT8000, PDT8046 PDT8037 2. Insert a compact flash storage card into the compartment. Ensure the card is pushed in all the way for proper use.
Page 45: Inserting An Mmc/Sd Storage Card
Getting Started Inserting an MMC/SD Storage Card Note: A Multi Media Card/Secure Digital (MMC/SD) storage card can only be installed in the WAN-enabled terminals, i.e. PDT 8037 and PDT 8056. The terminal has a slot for an MMC/SD storage card which includes a compartment door that prevents the card from coming out if the terminal is dropped.
Page 46: Replacing The S24 Wireless Networker Card
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide To remove an MMC/SD storage card: 1. Unscrew and remove the card compartment door on the top of the terminal. 2. Using the stylus, push against the MMC/SD storage card to activate it’s spring release mechanism.
Page 47 Getting Started 2. Gently pull out the S24 card. 3. Insert the new card. 4. Screw the cover back on. 5. Soft reset the terminal, for the card to be functional. See Performing a Soft Reset on page 2-34. 1-27...
Page 48: Replacing The Handstrap
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Replacing the Handstrap The terminal has a factory-installed handstrap which increases comfort when holding the terminal for extended periods of time. The handstrap may be removed or replaced, if damaged.
Page 49 Getting Started To attach the handstrap: 1. Insert the pin of the handstrap into the end cap/handstrap bar. PDT8056 PDT8000, PDT8037, PDT8046 2. Screw the end cap/handstrap bar onto the terminal. PDT8056 PDT8000, PDT8037, PDT8046 3. Hook the bottom of the handstrap onto the battery cover. PDT8056 PDT8000, PDT8037, PDT8046 1-29...
Page 50: Starting The Terminal
Button Figure 1-14. Power Button As the terminal initializes its unique Flash File System, the Symbol splash screen displays for about 60 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 you perform a hard reset.
Page 51 Getting Started 3. Tap the center of each target that appears on the screen with the tip of the stylus. Figure 1-15. Tapping the Target Note: To align the screen at anytime, press Shift + 2 to launch the calibration screen. 4.
Page 52: Setting Time And Date
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 5. Use the drop-down menu to set your time zone, and tap Next. Figure 1-17. Setting Time Zone on the Terminal Note: These initial setup screens appear each time you perform a hard reset.
Page 53: Configuring Wake-Ups
(if available) or by plugging in the headset. To set up this configuration: 1. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Symbol Settings. Figure 1-19. Setting Wake-ups 2. Use the Wakeups tab to configure the wake-up source for the terminal.
Page 54: Checking Battery Power
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Checking Battery Power To check whether the main battery or backup battery in the terminal is charged, tap Start - Settings - System - Power to display the following Battery Status screen.
Page 55 Getting Started The control of the function to display a message box on low battery capacity shutdown and the text for the message are kept in a registry keys. ; Display message when radio shut off due to low battery capacity 0 = disable low capacity shut off message 1 = enable low capacity shut off message "DisplayLowCapacityShutOffMsg"=dword:1...
Page 56: Setting Up Your Terminal
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Setting Up Your Terminal Refer to the following chapters for setting up your terminal: • For customizing the settings on your terminal, see Chapter 3, Customizing the Terminal.
Page 57: Chapter Contents
Chapter 2 Operating the Terminal Chapter Contents Introduction ..............2-3 Using the Power Button .
Page 58 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Sending and Receiving SMS Messages (PDT 8037/8056 only) ............2-29 GSM Demo Installation .
Page 59: Introduction
Operating the Terminal Introduction This chapter provides basic instructions for using and navigating the terminal. Using the Power Button Press the power button on the top left-hand side of the terminal to turn the terminal on and off. See Starting the Terminal on page 1-30.
Page 60: Using A Headset
PDT8000, PDT8037, PDT8046 PDT8056 Figure 2-1. Using a Headset Note: For WAN-enabled terminals, GSM voice communication is only available through the headset. For these terminals, Symbol recommends a 2.5mm jack headset, p/n 50-11300-050.
Page 61: Using The Keyboard
Operating the Terminal Using the Keyboard Refer to Table 2-1 on page 2-6, for key functionality. Note that key functions can be changed by an application. Your 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 Maps.
Page 62 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table 2-1. Keyboard Actions Action Backspace Press Shift + 7 to erase information entered on the display, one character at a time. Bottom Press Shift + 9. Action is application dependent.
Page 63: Today Screen
Operating the Terminal Today Screen When you turn on your terminal for the first time each day (or after 4 hours of inactivity), the Today screen appears. You can also display it by tapping Start - Today. On the Today screen, you can see important information for the day.
Page 64: Using The Navigation Bar And Command Bar
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs 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 65: Status Icons
Operating the Terminal Status Icons You may see the following status icons on the navigation or command bar: Table 2-2. Status Icons Icon Meaning Turns all sounds on and off. Backup battery is low. Main batteries are charging (appears on the Time &...
Page 66: Selecting Programs
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 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.)
Page 67: Using Pop-Up Menus
Operating the Terminal 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 68: Notifications
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 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 69 Operating the Terminal To show or hide the input panel, tap the Input Panel button. Tap the arrow next to this button to view input methods. Select an input method. Tap to see your choices. Input Panel Button Figure 2-7. Input Panel Button When you use the input panel, your terminal anticipates the word you are typing or writing and displays it above the input panel.
Page 70: Using The Soft Keyboard
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Using the Soft Keyboard To type with the soft keyboard: 1. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then Keyboard. 2. On the soft keyboard, tap the keys with your stylus.
Page 71: Using The Transcriber
Operating the Terminal Using the Letter Recognizer To use Letter Recognizer: 1. Tap the arrow next to the Input Panel button, then Letter Recognizer. 2. Write letters or numbers in the writing area, just as you would on paper. Write capital letters in the left side of the box, numbers in the right side and lower case letters in the center.
Page 72: Writing On The Screen
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs 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 your stylus to write directly on the screen.
Page 73: Converting Writing To Text
Operating the Terminal Converting Writing to Text To convert your writing to text, tap Tools - 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 74: Writing Tips
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 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.
Page 75: Selecting Text
Operating the Terminal Selecting Text To edit or format typed text, select it by dragging the stylus across the text. Cut, copy and/ or paste text by holding the selected words then tapping an editing command on the pop- up menu, or by tapping the command on the Edit menu. Selecting Writing To select writing to edit or format: 1.
Page 76: Drawing On The Screen
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs 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 your first stroke. A drawing box appears. Subsequent strokes in or touching the drawing box become part of the drawing.
Page 77: 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 78: Using My Text
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 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.
Page 79 Operating the Terminal You can also use the File Explorer to find files and organize them into folders. Tap Start - Programs - File Explorer to launch Explorer. Tap to change folders. Select the sort order for the list. Tap the folder name to open it.
Page 80: Making A Phone Call (Pdt 8037/8056 Only)
Making a Phone Call (PDT 8037/8056 only) The PDT 8037 and PDT 8056 terminals have the technology to make and receive phone calls using the GSM Demo application (available at http://devzone.symbol.com). To make a phone call you must install and configure the application.
Page 81 Operating the Terminal 3. If GSMDemo is listed, select GSM Demo. As GSM Demo launches, it opens the internal serial port to the GSM modem and attempts to register with a network. The terminal displays the main GSM Demo screen: The Network Status field displays the following messages as the modem attempts to connect: Opening GSM com port, Initializing modem, Checking SIM Card and Configuring modem.
Page 82 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide c. Make the appropriate selection, depending on your location. If necessary, contact your service provider to confirm the band information. d. Tap Change. e. On the pop-up Confirm dialog box, tap Yes. The terminal displays the main GSM Demo screen, and the Network Status field displays Cycling Power.
Page 83: Phone Call
Operating the Terminal Phone Call To make a phone call: 1. Connect the appropriate headset to the terminal. See Using a Headset on page 2-4 2. Tap the Dial # button on the main GSM Demo screen. 3. Enter the number you want to call in the Phone Number field. Note: Emergency phone calls can be made without a SIM card.
Page 84 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide To receive a phone call: When you receive a phone call an Incoming call... dialog box pops up on the terminal screen. The notification dialog box shows the number of the caller.
Page 85: Sending And Receiving Sms Messages (Pdt 8037/8056 Only)
The PDT 8037 and PDT 8056 terminals have the technology to send and receive SMS messages using the GSM Demo application (available at http://devzone.symbol.com). To send or receive an SMS message you must install and configure the application. Note: Before using the terminal to send a message, ensure that a SIM card has been installed.
Page 86: Gsm Demo Configuration
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide GSM Demo Configuration 1. Ensure that a SIM card is installed in the terminal. See Installing a SIM Card page 1-23. 2. Ensure that the GSMDemo Application is installed on your terminal. Tap Start - Programs - File Explorer on your terminal and navigate to the Applications folder.
Page 87 Operating the Terminal b. Select Change Band. 1900Mhz is used for North America 900/1800Mhz is used for Europe, Asia, Australia and Africa. c. Make the appropriate selection, depending on your location. If necessary, contact your service provider to confirm the band information. d.
Page 88: Sms Messaging
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide SMS Messaging To send an SMS: 1. Tap the Send SMS button on the main GSM Demo screen. 2. Enter the number you want to send an SMS to in the Phone Number field.
Page 89: Scanning
Operating the Terminal • If you want to close the dialog box and read the message at another time, tap Close. To read an SMS message: 1. Tap the Read SMS button on the main GSM Demo screen. 2. Select the envelope icon next to the message you want to read. 3.
Page 90: Scan Led Indicator
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 3. Press either the right or left scan trigger. Make sure the red scan beam covers the entire bar code. The green scan LED lights and a beep sounds to indicate a successful decode.
Page 91: Performing A Hard Reset
1. Remove the battery door. 2. Press Power key + Scan button, and release. 3. Replace the battery door. 4. As the terminal reboots, the Symbol splash screen displays for about 60 seconds. 5. Realign the screen. as described in Aligning the Screen on page 1-30.
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Page 93: Chapter Contents
Chapter 3 Customizing the Terminal Chapter Contents Introduction ..............3-3 Adjusting Settings .
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Page 95: Introduction
Power: set the terminal to turn off after a period of time to conserve battery • Regional Settings: view and customize region, number, currency, time and date settings. • Remove Programs: remove programs installed in the storage memory • Screen: align the screen • Symbol Settings: configure terminal wake-up (see Configuring Wake-ups page 1-33).
Page 96: Assigning Applications To Application Buttons
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide • Connections Tab • AvantGo Connect: configure server settings for an AvantGo connection • Beam: configure settings to receive an incoming beam • Connections: configure settings for connections made to the host/internet •...
Page 97: Assigning User-Written Applications To Buttons
Customizing the Terminal Assigning User-Written Applications to Buttons Use Regmerge to modify the registry during a hard reset to assign user-written applications to the application buttons. These buttons remain assigned after a hard reset. Note: Although located in the Flash File System, we recommend copying user applications to the Windows directory (using CopyFile) and running them from there.
Page 98: Adding A Program From The Internet
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Adding a Program from the Internet 1. On the terminal, tap Start - Settings - System tab - About. In the Version tab, note the information in Processor.
Page 99 Customizing the Terminal 2. Tap and hold the program and tap Cut on the pop-up menu. 3. Open the Start Menu folder in the Windows folder, tap and hold a blank area of the window, and tap Paste on the pop-up menu. The program appears on the Start menu.
Page 100: Removing Programs
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Removing Programs To remove a program, tap Start - Settings. On the System tab, tap Remove Programs. Figure 3-3. Remove Programs Screen If the program does not appear in the list of installed programs, use File Explorer on your terminal to locate the program, tap and hold the program, then tap Delete on the pop-up menu.
Page 101 Chapter 4 Communications Chapter Contents Introduction ..............4-3 Communication Software Installation.
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Page 103: Chapter 4. Communications
Communications Introduction The terminal is capable of communicating with a number of hosts, including development PCs, serial devices, printers, etc. The available accessories serve as essential data communication devices, enabling you to synchronize the information on your terminal with the information on your host device using ActiveSync. 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 104: Setting Up A Partnership
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide • Control when synchronization occurs by selecting a synchronization mode, e.g., you may synchronize continually while the terminal is connected to the host computer, or only when you select the synchronize command.
Page 105 Communications 2. Connect the terminal to the host computer, using a serial device (for example, see Using the Serial Charging Cable on page 4-12). 3. On the host computer, select Next in the Getting Connected window. 4. The host computer and the terminal will attempt to synchronize. The New Partnership window appears.
Page 106 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 5. Click the Yes radio button and then select Next. The New Partnership/Specify how to synchronize data window appears. 6. Click the Synchronize with this desktop computer radio button and then select Next.
Page 107 Communications 7. Select Next. The New Partnership/Select Synchronization Settings window appears. Figure 4-4. Select Synchronization Settings Window 8. To synchronize files, click on Files check box. The File Synchronization window appears. Figure 4-5. File Synchronization Folder Confirmation 9. Select OK to display the Setup Complete window.
Page 108 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 10. Select Next. Figure 4-6. Setup Complete Window 11. Select Finish. Figure 4-7. ActiveSync Connected Window...
Page 109: Installing Econnect
Communications During the first synchronization, information stored in Microsoft Outlook (Calendar, Contacts, and Tasks) on your host computer is copied to your terminal. You can now disconnect your terminal from your host computer. View connection status. Tap to connect and synchronize. Tap to stop synchronization.
Page 110: Installing Mobiledox Cradle Manager
Restart cradles connected to the network via MobileDox Net • Update the firmware of MobileDox Net. To install the Cradle Management Software on your host computer, download the latest version of the software from http://devzone.symbol.com. Refer to the instructions included with the software you download. 4-10...
Page 111: Communication Setup
Communications Communication Setup The terminal can communicate with the host computer using the following accessories: • Serial Charging Cable (see page 4-12) • USB Cable (see page 4-14) • Single-Slot Serial Cradle (see page 4-16) • Single-Slot Modem Cradle (see page 4-19) •...
Page 112: Using The Serial Charging Cable
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Using the Serial Charging Cable 1. Install ActiveSync on your host computer. See Installing ActiveSync on page 4-3. 2. Start ActiveSync on your host computer (Start - Programs - Microsoft ActiveSync).
Page 113 Communications 4. Connect the serial charging cable to your terminal and host PC as shown below: Serial charging cable To serial port of host computer Figure 4-9. Serial Charging Cable Connection to Host PC Note: The serial charging cable requires a dedicated port. It cannot share a port with an internal modem or other device.
Page 114: Using The Usb Cable
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Note: Every PDT 8000 terminal should have a unique name. Never try to synchronize more than one PDT 8000 terminal to the same user name.
Page 115 Sync button on the toolbar of your host computer. Note: Every PDT 8000 terminal should have a unique name. Never try to synchronize more than one PDT 8000 terminal to the same user name.
Page 116: Using The Single-Slot Serial Cradle
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Using the Single-Slot Serial Cradle 1. Install ActiveSync on your host computer. See Installing ActiveSync on page 4-3. 2. Start ActiveSync on your host computer (Start - Programs - Microsoft ActiveSync).
Page 117 Communications 4. Connect the single-slot serial cradle to your host computer as shown below: Serial device cable p/n 170047-000 Figure 4-11. Single-Slot Serial Cradle Connection to Host PC Note: The cradle requires a dedicated port. It cannot share a port with an internal modem or other device.
Page 118 Sync button on the toolbar of your host computer. Note: Every PDT 8000 terminal should have a unique name. Never try to synchronize more than one PDT 8000 terminal to the same user name.
Page 119: Using The Single-Slot Modem Cradle Or The Snap-On Modem
Communications Using the Single-Slot Modem Cradle or the Snap-On Modem 1. Install ActiveSync on your host computer. See Installing ActiveSync on page 4-3. Note: Before communicating through a modem connection, you must create a partnership between your terminal and your host computer. Setting up a Partnership on page 4-4 for detailed instructions.
Page 120 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide b. On the Connections window, tap Select Networks to set up a connection to a private or Internet network. c. Depending on the network connection required, tap New... under the Programs...
Page 121 Communications d. Tap New... to create a new connection. e. Enter ‘SnapOnModem’ for the connection in the Enter a name for the connection: text box. f. If you are using the single-slot modem cradle, select Hayes Compatible on COM1 from the Select a modem: drop-down menu. If you are using the snap-on modem, select Powered Serial on COM7 from the Select a modem: drop-down menu.
Page 122 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide rules to define locations from which you frequently dial (see Setting Up a Frequently ‘Dialed From’ Connection on page 4-26). i. Tap Next. j. Enter the User Name, Password and Domain provided by the system administrator.
Page 123 Communications Note: 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. See Country Setup on page 4-30 for the appropriate syntax and list of codes. p.
Page 124 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide v. Tap the Servers tab. w. Enter parameters supported by the server. x. Tap ok. y. Tap Finish. 4-24...
Page 125 Communications 5. Setup the single-slot modem cradle as shown below: Modem cable Figure 4-13. Setting up the Single-Slot Modem Cradle Setup the snap-on modem as shown below: Terminal Charge LED Snap-On Modem Module Figure 4-14. Setting up the Snap-On Modem Module 4-25...
Page 126 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide With a modem connection, you can use ActiveSync to synchronize data between your terminal and host computer (see Using ActiveSync on page 4-28) or you can connect to the...
Page 127 Communications 6. If applicable, check the Disable call waiting: check box and select the appropriate value from the drop-down list. 7. If the phone line is a pulse line, check the Pulse dialing check box (most phone lines are tone). 8.
Page 128 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Using ActiveSync 1. On the terminal, tap Start - Settings - System - eConnect and ensure the following settings are made: Figure 4-15. eConnect Settings - Ethernet ActiveSync Setup 2.
Page 129 Communications Launching the Internet 1. On the terminal, tap Start - Settings - System - eConnect and ensure the following settings are made: Figure 4-16. 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 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Country Setup The modem defaults to operation with US telephone networks (country code: B5). To operate the modem with other country telephone networks, you must set the Country Code by entering the Country of Installation command.
Page 131: Using A Four-Slot Usb-To-Ethernet Cradle
Communications Using a Four-Slot USB-to-Ethernet Cradle In order to establish a connection between the terminal and the host computer to communicate over an Ethernet network, the following must be done: • configuration of the terminal • configuration of the host computer •...
Page 132 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Configuration of the DHCP Server If you use a DHCP server to distribute IP addresses and other network parameters, setup the server as following: •...
Page 133 Communications Connecting the Cradle Setup the four-slot USB-to-Ethernet cradle as shown below: To Ethernet Figure 4-17. Setting up the Four-Slot USB-to-Ethernet Cradle Setting the Device IP Address By default, the cradle will use DHCP to obtain its IP address. However, if DHCP fails, the Cradle Manager can assign an IP address.
Page 134 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 2. Click File - Set IP Address of Unlisted Device. The following screen appears: 3. Enter the appropriate MAC Address and IP address. 4. Click the OK button.
Page 135 Communications 5. Use the TPC/IP Settings tab to modify the DNS and WINS identification settings of the cradle. Field Description Use DHCP If checkbox is selected, necessary information will be retrieved from the DHCP server. If checkbox is not selected, static configuration will be used (information needs to be entered).
Page 136 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 6. Use the Port Settings tab to modify the USB port settings of the cradle. Field Description Port Name A text string used to describe the device attached to the port.
Page 137 Communications 2. On the terminal, tap Start - Settings - System - eConnect and ensure the following settings are made: Figure 4-18. eConnect Settings - Ethernet ActiveSync Setup 3. Tap the OK button. 4. 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 138 Connected dialog box, then tap the End button. You may remove the terminal when the connection has closed itself. Updating Cradle Firmware 1. Ensure that your .bin update file is located in Program Files\Symbol\MobileDox\FW on your host computer. 2. In the MobileDox Cradle Manager screen, select the cradle whose firmware you want to update.
Page 139 Communications 3. From the Device menu, select Update Firmware. 4. Click the Go button. A progress dialog box appears. 5. When update is complete, click the Close button. The cradle will reboot. Communication LED Indicator Table 4-1. Communication LED Indicator Indication Terminal not in cradle;...
Page 140: Using The Vehicle Cradle
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Using the Vehicle Cradle Using ActiveSync 1. Install ActiveSync on your host computer. Installing ActiveSync on page 4-3. 2. Start ActiveSync on your host computer (Start - Programs - Microsoft ActiveSync).
Page 141 Communications 4. Connect your cradle to a serial device, such as a printer as shown below: Serial device cable Plug this end into serial device Figure 4-20. Vehicle Cradle Connection to Serial Device 5. Turn on the terminal and slide it into the cradle. Figure 4-21.
Page 142: Using The Magnetic Stripe Reader
Sync button on the toolbar of your host computer. Note: Every PDT 8000 terminal should have a unique name. Never try to synchronize more than one PDT 8000 terminal to the same user name.
Page 143 Communications 4. Tap Start - Settings - System tab - Symbol Settings - Settings tab. Select Always On from the External 5 Volt Power drop down menu to apply power to the COM port. 5. Connect your cradle to a serial device, as shown below:...
Page 144 Sync button on the toolbar of your host computer. Note: Every PDT 8000 terminal should have a unique name. Never try to synchronize more than one PDT 8000 terminal to the same user name.
Page 145: Connecting To The Internet On A Wireless Network
Communications Connecting to the Internet on a Wireless Network With a PDT 8046 terminal, you can connect to the Internet across a wireless network. To set up a wireless connection: 1. Tap the Mobile Companion icon on the task tray. The Mobile Companion menu appears.
Page 146 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 3. The terminal tries to locate Access Points (APs) in the area. When it locates a wireless LAN(s), the ESSID name displays in the Available WLAN Networks list.
Page 147 Communications 9. Select the appropriate algorithm used on the wireless network. Refer to Chapter 9, Spectrum24 Network Configuration for information on the algorithm settings. See your network administrator for this information. 10. Tap the IP Config tab. Figure 4-28. Mobile Companion - IP Config Tab (DHCP) 11.
Page 148 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 15. Tap Start - Settings - Connections tab - Connections icon - Advanced tab. Figure 4-29. Connections Window - Advanced Tab 16. Tap Network Card. The Configure Network Adapters window appears.
Page 149 Communications 20. Tap Start - Internet Explorer. The Pocket Internet Explorer window appears. Figure 4-31. Pocket Internet Explorer Window 21. In the address bar, enter the URL for a web site. 4-49...
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Page 151 Chapter 5 Applications Chapter Contents Introduction ..............5-3 Calendar .
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Page 153: Chapter 5. Applications
Applications Introduction The PDT 8000 Series 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 your host computer and your terminal.
Page 154: Creating Appointments
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs 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.
Page 155: Using The Summary Screen
Applications Note: If you select Remind me in an appointment, your terminal notifies you according to the options set in Start - 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 156: Contacts
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 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 your terminal.
Page 157: Creating Contacts
Applications Creating Contacts To create a contact: 1. Tap New. Tap to return to the contact list (the contact is saved automatically). Scroll to see more fields. Notes is a good place for maps and directions. Figure 5-5. Creating a Contact 2.
Page 158: Using The Summary Screen
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs 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 159: Tasks
Applications Tasks Use Tasks to keep a “to do” list. Select the category of tasks you want displayed in the list. Select the sort order of the list. Indicates high priority. Tap to display or edit the task details. Tap and hold to display a pop-up menu of actions.
Page 160: Creating Tasks
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Creating Tasks To create a task: 1. Tap New. Tap to return to the task list (the task is saved automatically). Tap to choose from predefined subjects.
Page 161: 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. View task details. Tap to show and hide additional summary information. View notes. Tap to change task. Figure 5-9.
Page 162: Notes
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs 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 163: Creating Notes
Applications Creating Notes To create a note: 1. Tap New. 2. Create your 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 164: Inbox
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs 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 your host computer.
Page 165 Applications When you connect to the e-mail server, new messages are downloaded to the terminal Inbox folder, messages in the terminal Outbox folder are sent, and messages that were deleted on the e-mail server are removed from the terminal Inbox. Messages that you receive directly from an e-mail server are linked to your e-mail server rather than your host computer.
Page 166: Using The Message List
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs 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. Select the service and folder you want to display.
Page 167 Applications When you receive a message, tap it in the list to open it. Unread messages display in bold. Tap to return to the message list. Tap to delete this message. Tap to view the previous or next message. Tap to reply to or forward this message.
Page 168: Creating E-Mail Messages
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide • Change options for direct e-mail server connections in Inbox on your terminal. Tap Tools - Options. On the Service tab, tap the service you want to change. Tap and hold the service and select Delete to remove it.
Page 169: Managing E-Mail Messages And Folders
Applications 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. Managing E-mail Messages and Folders By default, messages are displayed in one of five folders for each service you’ve created: Inbox, Deleted Items, Drafts, Outbox, and Sent Items.
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Page 171 Chapter 6 Companion Programs Chapter Contents Introduction ..............6-3 Pocket Word .
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Page 173: Chapter 6. Companion Programs
Companion Programs Introduction The PDT 8000 Series terminal contains the companion programs Microsoft Pocket Word, ® Microsoft Pocket Excel, MSN Messenger, Windows Media Player, Microsoft Reader and Infrared Receive. To select a companion program, tap Start - Programs, then the program name.
Page 174: Typing Mode
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Pocket Word contains a list of the files stored on your 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 175 Companion Programs To format or edit text, select the text using your stylus instead of the mouse to drag across the text. To search a document for the text you want, tap Edit - Find/Replace. Tap to return to the Tap and hold to see a document list (changes are pop-up menu of actions.
Page 176: Writing Mode
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Writing Mode In writing mode, use your 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...
Page 177: Recording Mode
Companion Programs drawing. Every subsequent stroke within or touching the drawing box becomes part of the drawing. For more information, see Drawing on the Screen on page 2-20. Select Shape on the pop- up menu to convert objects to proper shapes. Resize an object by dragging the selection handles.
Page 178: Pocket Excel
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Pocket Excel Pocket Excel works with Microsoft Excel on your host computer to provide easy access to copies of your workbooks. You can create new workbooks on the terminal, or copy workbooks from your host computer to the terminal.
Page 179: Tips For Working In Pocket Excel
Companion Programs If your workbook contains sensitive information, you can protect it with a password. Open the workbook, tap Edit - Password. Every time you open the workbook, you must enter the password, so choose one easy for you to remember but hard for others to guess. Tips for Working in Pocket Excel When working in large worksheets in Pocket Excel: •...
Page 180: Setting Up Your Account
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Setting Up Your Account Before you can connect, set up the Passport or Exchange account and sign in: 1. Tap Tools - Options. 2. In the Accounts tab, enter your Passport or Exchange account information.
Page 181: Chatting With Contacts
Companion Programs Chatting with Contacts Tap a contact name to open a chat window. Enter your 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, tap Tools - Invite and tap the contact you want to invite.
Page 182 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide To know if the contact you are chatting with is responding, look for the message under the text entry area. View full chat. View the status of the chat.
Page 183: Windows Media Player
Companion Programs Windows Media Player With Windows Media Player on the terminal you can play digital audio and video files that are stored on your terminal. To switch to Windows Media Player, tap Start - Programs - Windows Media. Indicates the progress of the current track.
Page 184: Getting Books On Your Device
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Each book consists of a cover page, an optional table of contents, and the pages of the book. You can: • Page through the book by using the Up/Down control on your device or by tapping the page number on each page.
Page 185: Reading A Book
Companion Programs Reading a Book Each book consists of a cover page, an optional table of contents and the pages of the book. Navigation options are listed in the bottom portion of the cover page. The first time you open a book, you’ll probably want to go to the first page or to the table of contents, if there is one.
Page 186: Removing A Book
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide program that accepts text. On a book page, select the text you want to copy and tap Copy Text on the pop-up menu. The text can be pasted into the program of your choice.
Page 187 Companion Programs Note: You can also send items, but not folders, from File Explorer. Tap and hold the item, then tap Beam File on the pop-up menu. To receive information, align the IR ports so that they are unobstructed and within close range.
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Page 189: Chapter Contents
Chapter 7 Pocket Internet Explorer Chapter Contents Introduction ..............7-3 Connect to an ISP .
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Page 191: Introduction
Pocket Internet Explorer Introduction With Microsoft Pocket Internet Explorer, you can view Web or WAP pages in the following ways: • Connect to an Internet service provider (ISP) or network and browse the Web. • During synchronization with your host computer, download your favorite links and mobile favorites stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in Internet Explorer on the host computer.
Page 192: Mobile Favorites
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide To add a favorite link while using the terminal, go to the Web page you want to add, tap and hold on the page, and tap Add to Favorites.
Page 193: Saving Memory On Your Terminal
Pocket Internet Explorer Before synchronizing, in Internet Explorer on your host computer, click Tools - Synchronize. Note the last time content was downloaded to the host computer; if necessary, manually download content. You can add a button to the Internet Explorer toolbar for creating mobile favorites. In Internet Explorer on your host computer, click View - Toolbars - Customize.
Page 194: Using Pocket Internet Explorer
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Using Pocket Internet Explorer With Pocket Internet Explorer, you can browse mobile favorites and channels downloaded to your 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 195 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. Tap the favorite you want to view. Tap to add or delete a folder or favorite link.
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Page 197 Chapter 8 AirBEAM Chapter Contents Introduction ..............8-3 AirBEAM Package Builder .
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Page 199: Chapter 8. Airbeam
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 200: Airbeam Client
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide AirBEAM Client The AirBEAM Client is installed on the terminal. It is configured with the server access information, the names of the packages to be downloaded and other controlling parameters.
Page 201 AirBEAM 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). Packages(1) Tab This tab is used to specify the package name of the first four of eight packages that are to be loaded during the AirBEAM synchronization process.
Page 202: Server Tab
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Server Tab This tab is used to specify the configurations of the server to which the client will connect during the package synchronization process. Field...
Page 203 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 204 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs 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.
Page 205 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 206: Synchronizing With The Server
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs 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 207: Manual Synchronization
AirBEAM Manual Synchronization 1. Configure the AirBEAM Client. See Configuring the AirBEAM Client on page 8-4. 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 208: Airbeam Staging
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs 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.
Page 209 Chapter 9 Spectrum24 Network Configuration Chapter Contents Introduction ..............9-3 Mobile Companion .
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Page 211: Chapter 9. Spectrum24 Network Configuration
Spectrum24 Network Configuration Introduction Wireless LANs allow PDT 8000 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 the facility must be set up with the equipment required to run the wireless LAN and the terminal must be properly configured.
Page 212 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide adapter and the wireless network. Tap the icon on the task tray to open the Mobile Companion menu. Mobile Companion Menu Mobile Companion Icon Figure 9-1. Mobile Companion Menu When the menu opens, select Status, WLAN Profiles, Find WLANs or Options from menu.
Page 213: Finding Wlans
Spectrum24 Network Configuration Table 9-1. Mobile Companion Menu Descriptions (Continued) Menu Item Description Find WLANs Displays a list of Spectrum24 networks (APs and networked peers) available to the terminal for association. The networks are listed by their ESSID. To the right of each network is a signal strength icon.
Page 214 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 1. Select an available WLAN network from the list box. 2. Tap Connect. The Mode tab appears. Ad Hoc Mode Infrastructure Mode Figure 9-3. Mobile Companion - Mode Tab Table 9-2.
Page 215 Spectrum24 Network Configuration Table 9-2. Mode Tab Fields (Continued) Field Description Operating Mode Select the operating mode from the Operating Mode: drop-down list. Infrastructure: Select Infrastructure to enable the terminal to transmit and receive data with an AP. Infrastructure is the terminal default mode when Mobile Companion initially appears.
Page 216 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Kerberos Authentication Credential Caching Settings (Kerberos Options) Figure 9-4. Mobile Companion - Authentication Tab (Kerberos) Table 9-3. Authentication Tab Fields - Kerberos Authentication Description Kerberos Kerberos is a different form of 128-bit data security.
Page 217 Spectrum24 Network Configuration Table 9-3. Authentication Tab Fields - Kerberos (Continued) Authentication Description Kerberos Options: Select any combination of the following Kerberos Credential Caching settings: Reset: When selected, the system prompts the user for the username and password upon a warm boot. Connect: When selected, the system prompts the user for login information when the system initiates a connection to the ESSID.
Page 218 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Figure 9-5. Mobile Companion - Authentication Tab (LEAP) Table 9-4. Authentication Tab Fields - LEAP Authentication Description LEAP Select this option to enable LEAP authentication. LEAP is founded on...
Page 219 Spectrum24 Network Configuration PEAP Authentication Figure 9-7. Mobile Companion - Authentication Tab (PEAP) Table 9-5. Authentication Tab Fields - EAP/TLS and PEAP Authentication Description EAP/TLS EAP/TLS is an authentication scheme through IEEE 802.1x. It (see Figure 9-6) authenticates users and ensures only valid users can connect to the network.
Page 220 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Tap to hide window Figure 9-8. Microsoft Spectrum24 Configuration Windows 4. Tap Install/View Certificates to install a user certificate (EAP-TLS only) and a server certificate needed for EAP-TLS and PEAP authentication.
Page 221 Spectrum24 Network Configuration 5. Tap User (client) to request the retrieval of a User Certificate (EAP-TLS only). Figure 9-10. EAP-TLS User Certificate 6. Enter the User:, Password: and Server: information in the respective text boxes. 7. Tap Retrieve. 8. A Progress dialog appears to indicate the status of the certificate retrieval. 9.
Page 222 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 11. Tap Browse to locate the Server Certificate on the mobile compuer. Figure 9-12. EAP-TLS/PEAP Browse Server Certificate 12. In the list of certificates, tap the certificate to install.
Page 223 Spectrum24 Network Configuration 15. To display expanded details about a particular field, tap a field in the list. Figure 9-14. Expanded Details 16. Tap ok to exit. 17. Select the Encryption tab to set the adapter profile security level by configuring the encryption scheme and corresponding keys.
Page 224 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide The AP and the terminal are required to use the same encryption algorithm to associate and transmit data. If an AP is set to Open System and an adapter is set to 40-bit or 128-bit, no association takes place.
Page 225 Spectrum24 Network Configuration Table 9-6. Encryption Tab Fields (Continued) Encryption Description TKIP (WPA) Select this option for the client adapter to use Wireless Protected Access (WPA) via TKIP. Manually enter the pre-shared keys in the edit boxes. Tap ClearKey to clear all previous keys and enter new key values. Tap Passkey to display the Passkey screen.
Page 226 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide • Select Static to manually assign the IP, subnet mask, default gateway, DNS and WINS addresses used by the terminal profile. Figure 9-17. Mobile Companion - IP Config Tab (Static) Table 9-7.
Page 227 Spectrum24 Network Configuration Table 9-7. IP Config Tab Fields (Continued) Field Description The Domain Name System (DNS) is a distributed Internet directory service. DNS is used mostly to translate domain names and IP addresses. It is also used to control Internet email delivery. Most Internet service requires DNS to operate properly.
Page 228 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide nearby. Reducing a coverage area in high traffic areas improves transmission quality by reducing the number of noises in that coverage area. Table 9-8. Power Tab Fields...
Page 229: Status
Spectrum24 Network Configuration Status To view the status of the wireless network connection, select Status from the Mobile Companion menu. 1. Select the Signal tab to display a real-time graph of the signal quality of the terminal to the associated AP (Infrastructure Mode only). The number of times the terminal has roamed to and from APs, the current data rate and the network status are displayed.
Page 230 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table 9-9. Signal Fields (Continued) Field Description Txmit Retries Displays the number of data packets retransmitted by the terminal. (Transmit Retries) The fewer transmit retries the stronger the signal. As long as the LED to the right of the graph is green the AP association is not jeopardized.
Page 231 Spectrum24 Network Configuration Table 9-10. Info Fields Field Description Version Information Displays Mobile Companion software, driver, firmware and hardware versions as well as country information. This data is consistent for the terminal regardless of which terminal profile is the current profile. Current Status Displays the terminal’s current Profile Name, ESSID and Encryption mode.
Page 232 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table 9-11. IP Status Fields (Continued) Field Description IP Address The Internet is a collection of networks with users that communicate with each other. Each communication carries the address of the source and destination networks and the particular machine within the network associated with the user or host computer at each end.
Page 233 Spectrum24 Network Configuration 5. Select the Ping tab to send and receive ICMP ping packets across the network to the specified IP address. Figure 9-22. Mobile Companion - Ping Tab 6. Select or enter a target device IP address from the IP drop-down list. 7.
Page 234 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 11. Select the APs tab to view APs with the same ESSID as the terminal’s profile. Figure 9-23. Mobile Companion - APs Tab The associated AP displays a radio wave radiating from its antenna to indicate its associated status.
Page 235: Setting Options
Spectrum24 Network Configuration an adapter was out of the Ad Hoc network. Tap Refresh to update the Peers tab to the latest Ad Hoc network performance and terminal membership data. Figure 9-24. Mobile Companion - Peers Tab Setting Options Select Options from the Mobile Companion menu to access AP and Ad-Hoc networks, disable profile roaming and enable system sounds.
Page 236 AP. 5. Select the Enable Rogue AP Detection check box to inform the system of unauthorized APs on the network. (Symbol infrastructure is required.) Note: Mobile Companion has a password protection feature. When Mobile Companion initially appears, the password is off by default.
Page 237: Changing Profiles
Spectrum24 Network Configuration a. To create a password for the first time, leave the Current Password: text box empty and enter the new password in the New Password: and Confirm New Password: text boxes. Tap OK. b. To change an existing password, enter the current password in the Current Password: text box, enter the new password in the New Password: and Confirm New Password: text boxes.Tap OK.
Page 238: Configuring The Radio Using A Registration File
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Editing a Profile Select a profile from the list box and tap Edit to display the Mode tab where the ESSID and operating mode can be changed for the profile. Use the Encryption, IP Config and Power tabs as necessary to edit the profile power consumption and security parameters.
Page 239 Chapter 10 Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration Chapter Contents Introduction ..............10-3 Establish a GPRS Connection .
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Page 241: Chapter 10. Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration
Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration Introduction The PDT 8037 and PDT 8056 can be used on a GSM/GPRS wireless network. Global System for Mobile Communication (GSM) networks deliver mobile voice and data services (such as SMS/Text Messaging) with full roaming capabilities across the world. General Packet Radio Service (GPRS) enabled networks offer Internet-based content and packet-based data services.
Page 242 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide The WWANSTS application resides on the \platform directory of the PDT80XX WAN terminal and, by default, is run automatically whenever a reset is done on the terminal. The...
Page 243: Establish A Gprs Connection
Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration Establish a GPRS Connection To establish a GPRS connection, you must: 1. Configure the GPRS parameters 2. Configure a GPRS WAN connection (see page 10-15). GPRS Parameters Configuration Two options are available to configure the GPRS parameters: •...
Page 244 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 2. Ensure that the GSMDemo Application is installed on your terminal. Tap Start - Programs - File Explorer on your terminal and navigate to the Applications folder.
Page 245 Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration b. Select Change Band. 1900Mhz is used for North America 900/1800Mhz is used for Europe, Asia, Australia and Africa. c. Make the appropriate selection, depending on your location. If necessary, contact your service provider to confirm the band information. d.
Page 246 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Edit the GPRS parameters: 1. Tap Options - Settings. 2. Select GPRS Parameters. 3. Make the appropriate changes, as per Table 10-1, on the PDP Context tab.
Page 247 Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration Table 10-1. PDP Context Tab Fields Field Name Description Data Compression Information obtained from service provider. • If provider supports data compression, select • If provider supports data compression, select Yes. Header Compression Information obtained from service provider. •...
Page 248 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Note: If the value of the fields is set to high, it is possible that no connection is made. Table 10-2. Min. Qos. Tab Fields...
Page 249 Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration 5. Tap the Req. Qos. tab and make the appropriate changes, as per Table 10-3. This tab configures the quality of service requested. Figure 10-3. GPRS Parameters - Req. Qos. Tab Table 10-3. Req. Qos. Tab Fields Field Name Description Precedence...
Page 250 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 6. Tap OK when all options are selected. 7. You will be asked to confirm the change. Tap Yes. 8. You will be asked if you want to overwrite the default GPRS settings permanently a.
Page 251 Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration • manually update the existing registry file. Creating a new registry file 1. Open any text editing application, such as Microsoft Notepad. 2. Create the content of the registry file. You may use the sample registry file included on the terminal as a base for your new file (also included below, see Sample Network Parameter Registry File...
Page 252 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 2. Change the values for the parameters, as necessary. Parameter names appear in quotes followed by an = sign (for example, “CurrentContext”=). Only change the text followed by the = sign.
Page 253: Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration
Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration "ContextID"=dword:1 "ContextName"="VoiceStream" "PDPType"="IP" "APN"="internet3.voicestream.com" "PDPAddress"="" "DataCompression"=dword:0 "HDRCompression"=dword:0 "QosMinPrecedence"=dword:0 "QosMinDelay"=dword:0 "QosMinReliability"=dword:3 "QosMinPeak"=dword:0 "QosMinMean"=dword:0 "QosReqPrecedence"=dword:0 "QosReqDelay"=dword:0 "QosReqReliability"=dword:3 "QosReqPeak"=dword:0 "QosReqMean"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Drivers\BuiltIn\Seriald3\Context2] ; 2nD of 3 selectable Contexts "ContextID"=dword:2 "ContextName"="Telstra" "PDPType"="IP" "APN"="telstra.internet" "PDPAddress"="" "DataCompression"=dword:0 "HDRCompression"=dword:0 "QosMinPrecedence"=dword:0 "QosMinReliability"=dword:0 "QosMinDelay"=dword:0 "QosMinPeak"=dword:0 10-15...
Page 254: Configuring A Gprs Wan Connection
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide "QosMinMean"=dword:0 "QosReqPrecedence"=dword:0 "QosReqDelay"=dword:0 "QosReqReliability"=dword:0 "QosReqPeak"=dword:0 "QosReqMean"=dword:0 [HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Drivers\BuiltIn\Seriald3\Context3] ; Last of 3 selectable Contexts "ContextID"=dword:3 "ContextName"="OmniTel" "PDPType"="IP" "APN"="web.omnitel.it" "PDPAddress"="" "DataCompression"=dword:0 "HDRCompression"=dword:0 "QosMinPrecedence"=dword:0 "QosMinDelay"=dword:0 "QosMinReliability"=dword:0 "QosMinPeak"=dword:0 "QosMinMean"=dword:0 "QosReqPrecedence"=dword:2...
Page 255 Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration 3. Tap Add a new modem connection under My ISP. The Make New Connection screen displays. Figure 10-4. Make New Connection Screen 4. Enter GPRS as the name for your connection 5. Select Virtual GPRS modem on COM9 from the Select a modem: drop-down menu.
Page 256: Connecting Via Gprs
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 9. Tap Advanced . Figure 10-6. Advanced Settings 10. Select 19200 from the Baud rate: drop down menu. 11. Uncheck the Wait for dial tone before dialing checkbox.
Page 257 Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration a. Select the Use dialing rules checkbox. b. Select the Work radio button. c. Tap Edit . Figure 10-7. Dialing Locations Tab d. Enter the area code and make any other necessary changes. Tap Dialing Patterns .
Page 258 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 11. Tap Network Card . Ensure The Internet is selected from the My network card connects to: drop-down menu. Figure 10-9. Configure Network Adapters Screen 12.
Page 259 Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration The Connecting dialog box displays. Figure 10-10. Connection Dialog Box Note: If the Connection dialog box does not display “Dialing *99#” the connection will fail to establish. Please ensure that all the appropriate settings were made in the steps above. 17.
Page 260: Establish A Gsm Csd Connection
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Establish a GSM CSD Connection To establish a GSM circuit switched data (CSD) connection, you must: • Install GSM Demo • Verify the functionality of your SIM Card •...
Page 261 Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration The Network Status field displays the following messages as the modem attempts to connect: Opening GSM com port, Initializing modem, Checking SIM Card and Configuring modem. Once a successful connection is made, the field displays Registered Home or Registered Roam (if out of network).
Page 262: Configuring A Gsm Wan Connection
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 5. A successful registration, indicated by signal strength (as shown below), ensures the functionality of your SIM card. Figure 10-13. GSM Demo Main Screen Configuring a GSM WAN Connection To set up a new connection configuration: 1.
Page 263 Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration 4. Enter GSM as the name for your connection 5. Select Virtual GSM modem on COM8 from the Select a modem: drop-down menu. 6. Tap Next . Figure 10-15. Entering Phone Number 7. Enter a phone number that connects to a Remote Access Server (RAS) to browse the Internet.
Page 264: Connecting Via Gsm
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 10. Select 19200 from the Baud rate: drop down menu. 11. Your modem settings and TCP/IP address should be set automatically, but if you need to set them manually, tap the appropriate tab and enter the information in the Port Settings, TCP/IP, and Name Servers tabs.
Page 265 Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration b. Select the Work radio button. c. Tap Edit . Figure 10-18. Dialing Locations Tab d. Enter the area code and make any other necessary changes. Tap Dialing Patterns . Figure 10-19. Dialing Patterns Screen e.
Page 266 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 10. Tap Network Card . Ensure The Internet is selected from the My network card connects to: drop-down menu. Figure 10-20. Configure Network Adapters Screen 11.
Page 267 Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration The Connecting dialog box displays. Figure 10-21. Connection Dialog Box 17. Once a connection is establish, you can launch Internet Explorer by tapping Start - Internet Explorer. 18. To end a connection, tap the double arrows on the Navigation bar and tap End . 10-29...
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Page 269: Chapter 11. Software Installation On Development Pc
Chapter 11 Software Installation on Development PC Chapter Contents Introduction ..............11-3 Installing Other Development Software .
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Page 271: Introduction
The SMDK for eVC4 is a development tool used to create native C and C++ applications for all Symbol terminals running the Microsoft Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs operating system. It includes documentation, header files (.H), and library files (.LIB) for native code application development that targets Symbol value-add APIs.
Page 272 C\C++ Samples \Program Files\Symbol Mobility Developer Kit v1.0 for (Basic) eVC4\Samples\evc\basic HTML Help (APIs) \Program Files\ Symbol Mobility Developer Kit v1.0 for eVC4\ Symbol Libraries (.LIB) \Program Files\Windows CE Tools\wce420\POCKET PC 2003\Lib\armv4 Symbol Headers (.H) \Program Files\Windows CE Tools\wce420\POCKET PC...
Page 273 Directory Location Class library \Program Files\Microsoft Visual Studio .NET assemblies 2003\CompactFrameworkSDK\v1.0.5000\Windows CE Forms source code \Program Files\Symbol Mobility Developer Kit for .NET\v1.1\Windows CE\Source Sample applications \Program Files\Symbol Mobility Developer Kit for .NET\v1.1\Windows CE\Samples Help files \Program Files\Symbol Mobility Developer Kit for .NET\v1.1\Windows...
Page 274: Installing Other Development Software
Start Menu \Documents and Settings\All Users\Start Menu\Programs Readme WEB Updates The SMDK and DCP are available from the Symbol Developer’s Zone web site, http://devzone.symbol.com. Installing Other Development Software Developing applications for the terminal may require installing other development software such as application development environments on the development PC. Follow the installation instructions provided with this software.
Page 275 Chapter 12 Configuring the Terminal Chapter Contents Introduction ..............12-3 Starting Terminal Configuration Manager .
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Page 277: Chapter 12. Configuring The Terminal
Using standard windows drag and drop operations, files can be added and deleted from the script window. The DCP for PDT8100Xw includes scripts used by Symbol Technologies to build the standard factory installed Platform and Application partitions provided on the mobile computer.
Page 278: Starting Terminal Configuration Manager
Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Starting Terminal Configuration Manager Click the Windows start menu TCM icon (Symbol Device Configuration Packages, PDT8000w v1.0) to start TCM. The TCM window appears displaying two child windows: Script1 and File Explorer. The Script1 window contains a newly created script and the File Explorer window contains a file explorer view used for selecting files to be placed in the script.
Page 279 Configuring the Terminal The following table lists the components of the TCM window. Table 12-1. TCM Components Icon Component Function Script Window Displays the files to be used in the creation of the partition(s). File Explorer Window Used to select the files to be added to the script. Create button Create a new script file.
Page 280 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table 12-1. TCM Components (continued) Icon Component Function Small icons button View the current script items as small icon. List button View the current script items as a list.
Page 281: Defining Script Properties
Configuring the Terminal Table 12-1. TCM Components (continued) Icon Component Function Send button Download the hex image to the terminal. Tile button Arrange the sub-windows in a tiled orientation. Build and Send Build the current script into a set of hex images and send the hex images to the mobile computer.
Page 282 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 2. Click the Properties button. The Script Properties window - Partition Data tab appears. Figure 12-2. Script Properties Window - Partition Data Tab 3. In the Terminal drop-down list, the PDT8000w v1.0 128M entry is already selected.
Page 283: Creating The Script For The Hex Image
On start-up, TCM displays the TCM window with the Script1 window and File Explorer window pointing to the following directory: \Program Files\Symbol Device Configuration Packages\PDT8000w\v0.1\TCMScripts\ The Script1 window directory pane displays two partitions: Platform and Application. Depending on the type of flash chip, the number of partitions may change. Files can be added to each of the partitions.
Page 284: Opening A New Or Existing Script
DCP for PDT8000w). If an existing script is opened and changes are made, saving the changes overwrites the original script. To use an original or Symbol supplied standard script as a base and save the changes in a new script, use the Save As function to save the script using a different file name.
Page 285: Building The Image
Configuring the Terminal Building the Image Once the script is created, the hex image defined by the script can be built. As part of the build, TCM performs a check on the script which verifies that all files referenced in the script exist. This check is important for previously created scripts to ensure that files referenced in the script are still in the designated locations.
Page 286 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide If one of the partitions being built is the ESSID, a prompt appears requesting the ESSID value. Deselect the HR (High Rate) check box when building ESSID images for a device with an FH radio.
Page 287: Sending The Hex Image
Configuring the Terminal Sending the Hex Image Once the hex file is built, it can be downloaded to the mobile computer. To load the hex files on to the mobile computer: 1. For downloads using a serial connection, connect the mobile computer to the development computer using the single slot serial cradle or a serial charging cable.
Page 288 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Note: AC power must be applied before continuing in IPL. The No AC Power is detected! screen appears when the terminal is not connected to an AC power supply...
Page 289 6. Use the up and down scroll buttons to select the method of transport. When selecting a serial connection as the transport method: a. Select ActiveSync Uart - Serial for a PDT 8000 and PDT 8046 terminal b. Select Lighthouse 0 - Serial for a PDT 8037 and PDT 8056 terminal.
Page 290 .IPL files. Figure 12-10. Select File Name Menu Note: A .IPL file is a Symbol provided file used for updating all the images in the terminal. If the file name you select does not match the partition/application you want to download, you will get an error.
Page 291 Configuring the Terminal If your PC or CF Card is empty or not inserted in the terminal, you will get the following screen: Select File Name Timer: OFF Prev Figure 12-11. Select File Name Menu - Empty Card b. If you selected Serial, the Select Baud Rate screen displays. Use the up and down scroll buttons to select the appropriate address configuration.
Page 292 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 8. Press the Enter button. The following screen allows you to confirm your download. Use the up and down scroll buttons to make the appropriate selection, then press the Enter button.
Page 293 Configuring the Terminal • If Show Parms is selected, the Download: screen displays showing the parameters of the download. Press the Enter key to return to the Download Files? screen. Download: Auto Select via Serial Port 19200 Press Enter to continue Figure 12-14.
Page 294 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide 10. When you initiate the download, if the transport method is Serial Port, the Downloading...Waiting for input screen displays what is being downloaded and the selected baud rate.
Page 295: Error Messages
Configuring the Terminal 13. Click Download to begin the operation. 14. During download, the Downloading screen on mobile computer displays the Device Status and a progress bar. 15. When complete, Device Status displays Result was Success, or in the case of an error, the cause of the error.
Page 296 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Error Description Not SYMHEX File This error occurs when the file is invalid. Bad HEX Record This error occurs when the file is invalid. Invalid HEX Data This error occurs when the file is invalid.
Page 297: Tcm Error Messages
Configuring the Terminal TCM Error Messages TCM validates the cells in the partition table when the Execute button is clicked. Cells highlighted in red contain an error. Partition loading is disabled until all errors are corrected. Table 12-2. TCM Error Messages Error Description/Solution Failed to build images: flash...
Page 298: Creating A Splash Screen
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table 12-2. TCM Error Messages (continued) Error Description/Solution INVALID DIRECTORY In Script Properties window, the selected System File Path is not a valid directory. One of the disk sizes is one...
Page 299: Splash Screen Format
Configuring the Terminal 3. Modify the bitmap file and save. 4. Create a splash partition using the steps shown in the Building the Image on page 12-11. Splash Screen Format If the default files are not used to create the new splash screens, be sure to preserve the image format.
Page 300: Flash Storage
The three FFS partitions appear as three separate folders in the Windows CE file system and are as follows: • Platform: The Platform FFS partition contains Symbol-supplied programs and Dynamic Link Libraries (DLLs). This FFS is configured to include DLLs that control system operation. Since these drivers are required for basic terminal operation, only experienced users should modify the content of this partition.
Page 301 Configuring the Terminal RegMerge.dll Regmerge.dll is a built-in driver that allows registry edits to be made to the Windows CE Registry. Regmerge.dll runs very early in the boot process and looks for registry files (.reg files) in certain Flash File System folders during a hard reset. It then merges the registry changes that are in these files into the system registry located in RAM.
Page 302: Non-Ffs Partitions
“>”. The following example from the file application.cpy is contained on the demo application partition included in the DCP for PDT8000w. It can also be obtained from the Symbol web site at http://devzone.symbol.com/.
Page 303: Downloading Partitions To The Terminal
Configuring the Terminal downloading of an IPL causes permanent damage to the mobile computer. IPL is mandatory for the mobile computer. • Partition Table: Identifies where each partition is loaded in the mobile computer. Downloading Partitions to the Terminal TCM is used to specify a hex destination file for each partition and download each file to the terminal.
Page 304: Upgrade Requirements
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Upgrade Requirements Upgrade requirements: • The hex files to be downloaded (on development computer) • A connection from the host computer and the mobile computer (either serial or wireless) •...
Page 305: Chapter 13. Maintenance And Troubleshooting
Chapter 13 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Chapter Contents Introduction ..............13-3 Maintaining the Terminal .
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Page 307: Introduction
Maintenance and Troubleshooting Introduction This chapter includes instructions on cleaning and storing your terminal, and provides troubleshooting solutions for potential problems during terminal operation. 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 308: Troubleshooting
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Troubleshooting Table 13-1. Troubleshooting Your Terminal Problem Cause Solution Terminal does not turn on. Lithium-ion battery not Charge or replace the lithium-ion battery in charged.
Page 309 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 13-1. Troubleshooting Your Terminal (continued) Problem Cause Solution Rechargeable lithium-ion Battery failed. Replace battery. If your terminal still does battery did not charge. not operate, try a soft reset, then a hard reset; see Resetting Your Terminal on page 2-34.
Page 310 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table 13-1. Troubleshooting Your Terminal (continued) Problem Cause Solution GPRS/GSM connection SIM card is not installed. See Installing a SIM Card on page 1-23 for cannot be established.
Page 311 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Table 13-1. Troubleshooting Your Terminal (continued) Problem Cause Solution Terminal doesn’t recognize Character strokes If you’re using the Block Recognizer input my handwriting. written incorrectly with method, characters must be written a the stylus. certain way. See Appendix A, Block Recognizer Characters for information...
Page 312 Note: If the scanner is still not reading symbols, contact your distributor or Symbol Technologies. Note: If, after performing these checks, the terminal is still not reading symbols, contact your distributor or Symbol Technologies. 13-8...
Page 313: Appendix A Block Recognizer Characters
Appendix A Block Recognizer Characters Using the Block Recognizer, you can write characters directly on your terminal screen with your 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 314 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs 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 question mark next to the writing area.
Page 315: Appendix B Additional Programs
Appendix B Additional Programs Introduction The PDT 8000 Series terminal can be loaded with additional programs that help with the functionality of the terminal and illustrate how some of the terminal’s applications run. CF Shutdown The CF Shutdown utility can be used to shut off the S24 radio card in the compact flash card slot in order to preserve battery capacity and to minimize operational conflicts between the two radios that might be encountered by the applications developer.
Page 316: Running Cf Shutdown
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Running CF Shutdown 1. Tap Start - Programs - File Explorer. 2. Navigate to the Application folder and select CF Shutdown. 3. To disable to compact flash card slot, tap CF Shutdown. The CF Status field displays “Shut Down.”...
Page 317: Introduction
About - provides version number, and other information, for the Demo program • Exit - exits the Demo program. To initiate the demo program, tap Start - PDT 8000 Demo. The initial demo program screen appears. Figure B-1. Main Demo Screen...
Page 318: Vc Scan Demo
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide VC Scan Demo The Visual C/C++ sample scanning application enables the terminal’s scanner, allows the user to change scan parameters, and displays scanned data. To access the VC Scan demo, tap VC Scan on the main demo screen.
Page 319: Html Scan Demo
(tone) • LED-on time (length of time LED remains on upon decode) • Code ID (AIM, Symbol) • Wav File (sound of decode beep). • Codes selects the code types the terminal is able to decode, and sets the options for each code type.
Page 320: Main Menu
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Html Scan Html Scan uses Pocket Internet Explorer to render the HTML code and the Scan Wedge to scan data into scan enabled fields. Figure B-4. Scan Browse Screen In this sample HTML application, the scan wedge is configured (via ScanWedge.reg) to...
Page 321: 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-5. Audio Sample Screen Audio Files are opened from and saved to \Application\wav\ by default, and are configured by the following registry key: HLCU\software\Symbol\settings “WavDirectory” = “\\Application\wav”...
Page 322: Images (Imageviewer Sample
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Images (ImageViewer Sample) Tap Images on the main demo screen for an ImageViewer sample, which demonstrates how to manipulate displayed image files. Figure B-6. ImageViewer Screen ImageViewer supports the color .bmp files and .jpg files.
Page 323: Files
Additional Programs Button Description Button Description Open an image file. Exit the Image Viewer application. Save the current image. About screen. 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.
Page 324: Utilities
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Utilities Tap Utilities on the main demo screen for diagnostic options that ensure various aspects of the terminal are functioning correctly. Figure B-8. Utilities Screen •...
Page 325 Additional Programs Configure Tap Configure on the Utilities screen to access the Control Panel, where you can specify settings for your terminal. Figure B-9. Control Panel Screen About Tap About on the Control Panel to view the version of the Control Panel. Figure B-10.
Page 326 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide System Versions Tap System Versions to view version information for the applications on your terminal. Figure B-11. System Versions Screen On the System Versions screen: •...
Page 327 API, Rescoord (Resource Coordinator) DLL, UUID DLL, and Temperature DLL. Figure B-12. Unique Unit ID Screen Note: PDT 8000 terminals do not support the Temperature DLL. Persist Persist allows changes made by the Control Panel to remain in effect after a hard reset.
Page 328 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Toggle Persist to Yes to retain these changes made after a hard reset. Figure B-13. Persist Note: Not all options support Permanent Persistence. B-14...
Page 329 Additional Programs Battery Select Battery on the Control Panel to view the mobile computer’s battery status. Figure B-14. Battery B-15...
Page 330 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Power Settings Select Power Settings on the Control Panel to specify the settings to use for the mobile computer’s devices. Figure B-15. Power Settings Tap each device listed to select the appropriate settings, where applicable. Scroll through the device values to select the appropriate value.
Page 331 Additional Programs Date and Time Select Date and Time on the Control Panel to modify the date and time and zone. Figure B-16. Date and Time Settings Tap Set DateTime to change the date and time. The Date and Time window appears. Figure B-17.
Page 332: Touch Calibrate
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide To change the time, tap the Time: field and up the up and down arrows to change the value. To change the date, tap the down arrow in the Date: field. A calendar box appears. Select the month and then select the day.
Page 333 Additional Programs 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-20. Printer Settings Screen • 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.
Page 334 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Communication Settings Select Comm Settings on the Control Panel to specify the settings to use when communicating with other devices. Figure B-21. Communication Settings Screen Tap Port to select the appropriate communication settings to be used by ActiveSync.
Page 335 Additional Programs Display Settings Select Display Settings on the Control Panel to customize the display contrast and backlight. Figure B-22. Display Settings Screen • Tap Intensity to increment the intensity value. The terminal’s display changes along with the value. • Tap Backlight to toggle the backlight on or off.
Page 336: Audio Settings
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs 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.
Page 337 Additional Programs Scanner Settings Select Scanner Settings on the Control Panel to specify scanner-related parameters. Figure B-24. Scanner Settings Screen • Selected Scanner displays the value of the selected scanner. • Tap Reader Parameters to view and modify the values of various reader parameters.
Page 338: Ce Apps
• Tap Scanner Version to view the version numbers for the hardware, decoder, PPD, MDD, and API. Refer to the Windows CE Help File for Symbol Terminals in the SMDK for details on the available parameter options. Symbol Security Select Symbol Security on the Control Panel to view the security values of the mobile computer’s features.
Page 339: About
Additional Programs • Solitaire. Figure B-26. CE Apps Screen About Select the About button on the demo’s main screen to view information about the demo program. Exit Select the Exit button to exit the PDT 8000 Demo application. B-25...
Page 340 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide B-26...
Page 341: Appendix Cgsm Demo Program
GPRS parameters. GSM Demo Installation 1. Download GSM Demo Application to your host computer from http://devzone.symbol.com. 2. Establish an ActiveSync connection between the host computer and the terminal. Depending on the accessory used for the connection, see the appropriate section Chapter 4, Communications.
Page 342: Gsm Demo Screens
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide GSM Demo Screens To start GSM Demo: 1. Tap Start - Programs - File Explorer on your terminal. 2. Navigate to the Applications folder, and select GSM Demo.
Page 343: Dial # Screen
GSM Demo Program Dial # Sets dial properties and places call (see Dial # Screen on page C-3). Send SMS Launches the Send SMS screen so you can send a message to another terminal or modem (see Send SMS Screen on page C- Read SMS Displays a message from another terminal or modem (see...
Page 344: Send Sms Screen
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Send SMS Screen To send an SMS message: 1. Tap Send SMS on the main screen. Figure C-3. Send SMS Screen 2. Enter the phone number of the message recipient and the message.
Page 345 GSM Demo Program 1. Tap Read SMS on the main screen. The following screen displays, listing the messages available for viewing: Figure C-4. SMS Inbox Screen 2. Tap a message you’d like to read, then tap Read to open the message. Figure C-5.
Page 346: Gsm Demo Menu Commands
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide GSM Demo Menu Commands This section explains the menu commands specific to GSM Demo, accessed from the bottom of the screen. File Menu Use the File menu to exit the GSM Demo application. Tap File - Exit.
Page 347 GSM Demo Program On the Service center address screen, enter the new service center number in the New address field and tap Enter Address . Figure C-7. Service Center Address Screen Enter Pin Address Tap Enter PIN on the Settings screen to enter a new PIN number. Enter the PIN # in the Enter PIN number: field and tap Enter Pin .
Page 348 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Change Band Screen Tap Change Band on the Settings screen to make any changes. Tap Change to register the change. Figure C-9. Change Band Screen Note: The modem resets (power cycles) when you change the band, indicated in the Network Status screen.
Page 349 GSM Demo Program Change Power Mode Screen Tap Change Power Mode if you want to enable the low power mode on the modem. On the Change Mode Dialog screen, select the desired power mode and tap Change . If Low Power Mode is selected, enter the desired number of seconds in the Seconds before low power mode field.
Page 350 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide GPRS Parameters Screen PDP Context Tab Figure 3-11. GPRS Parameters - PDP Context Tab Field Name Description Table Version System generated. Contains internal version number representing the structure of the registry file.
Page 351 GSM Demo Program Field Name Description Header Compression Information obtained from service provider. • If provider supports header compression, select No. • If provider supports header compression, select Yes. Current Active Context Select the number representing the context you want to use for your connection.
Page 352 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Field Name Description Mean Information obtained from service provider. A parameter indicating the mean throughput octet rate per minute. Req. Qos. Tab Figure 3-13. GPRS Parameters - Req. Qos. Tab...
Page 353: Help Menu
GSM Demo Program Help Menu The Help menu provides information about your GSM modem. Figure C-14. GSM Demo Help Menu About Screen Select About on the Help menu for version information regarding the GSM Demo. Figure C-15. GSM Demo About Screen C-13...
Page 354 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Modem Info Screen Select Modem Info on the Help menu for specific modem information. Figure C-16. GSM Demo Modem Info Screen DLL Info Select DLL Info on the Help menu for specific DLL information.
Page 355: Appendix D Technical Specifications
Appendix D Technical Specifications Environment The following table summarizes the terminal’s intended operating environment. PDT 8000, 8046 PDT 8037 PDT 8056 Operating Temperature -10° C to 50° C (14° F to 122° F) Storage Temperature -25° C to 70° C (-13° F to 158° F) Charging Temperature 0°...
Page 356: Com Port Definitions
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide COM Port Definitions COM Port Definition COM1 Serial Cable COM2 PCMCIA/CF Serial COM3 IRCOMM COM4 IRDA COM5 USB Cable COM6 Reserved COM7 Powered Serial Cable...
Page 357: Pin-Outs
Technical Specifications Pin-Outs The ActiveSync Port shown below represents the port on the bottom of the terminal. Pin 1 Figure D-1. ActiveSync Port (COM1) Table D-1. ActiveSync Port (COM1) Pin-Outs Description +5V DC VBUS VCHG...
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Page 359: Appendix E Keyboard Maps
Appendix E Keyboard Maps Introduction This appendix contains the keyboard map for the keyboard configuration of the 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 keyboard, the default state displays the number ‘1’.
Page 360: Keyboard
® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Keyboard Figure E-1. Terminal Keyboard Table E-1. Keyboard Functionality ASCII Code Value Default State Shift State (Decimal) (Decimal) Up arrow Page up Power Left Arrow...
Page 361 Keyboard Maps Table E-1. Keyboard Functionality (Continued) ASCII Code Value Default State Shift State (Decimal) (Decimal) Decrease Backlight App Key 1 App 1 VK_F13 Right Arrow Increase Backlight To Shift Down Arrow Page down App Key 2 App2 toggle backlight App Key 3 App3...
Page 362 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table E-1. Keyboard Functionality (Continued) ASCII Code Value Default State Shift State (Decimal) (Decimal) toggle backlight Clear Calibration Screen VK_F4 VK_F5...
Page 363 Keyboard Maps Table E-1. Keyboard Functionality (Continued) ASCII Code Value Default State Shift State (Decimal) (Decimal) VK_F6 Backspace VK_F8 Bottom VK_F14 VK_F11 VK_F15 VK_F12...
Page 364 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Table E-1. Keyboard Functionality (Continued) ASCII Code Value Default State Shift State (Decimal) (Decimal) VK_F10 Enter...
Page 365: Index
Index ad-hoc ....9-4, 9-7, 9-20 ad-hoc networks ....9-28 AC Wall Adapter .
Page 366 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide connecting to e-mail server ..5-14 pinouts ......D-3 creating messages .
Page 367 Index MSN Messenger ....6-9 30, ... 12-24, 12-27, 12-28 Pocket Excel ....6-8 Device Configuration Package for PDT8000w .
Page 368 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide copyfile ....12-27 regmerge ....12-27 icons flash storage .
Page 369 Index configuring GSM WAN ..10-23 notational conventions ....xiii kerberos ......9-8 notes application .
Page 370 ....2-19 symbol support center ....xv serial charging cable .
Page 371 Index USB charging cable ....1-6 USB-to-ethernet cradle ....1-7 tasks application .
Page 372 ® PDT 8000 Series with Windows Mobile 2003 Software for Pocket PCs Product Reference Guide Index-8...
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About this Guide

Chapter 1 . Getting Started

Chapter 2 . Operating the Terminal

Chapter 3 . Customizing the Terminal

Chapter 4. Communications

Chapter 5. Applications

Chapter 6. Companion Programs

Chapter 7 . Pocket Internet Explorer

Chapter 8. Airbeam

Chapter 9. Spectrum24 Network Configuration

Chapter 10. Wireless Wide Area Network Configuration

Chapter 11. Software Installation on Development PC

Chapter 12. Configuring the Terminal

Chapter 13. Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Appendix A Block Recognizer Characters

Appendix B Additional Programs

Appendix Cgsm Demo Program

Appendix D Technical Specifications

Appendix E Keyboard Maps

Index

Quick Links

Troubleshooting

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