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  • Page 1 ® Falcon Quick Reference Guide...
  • Page 2 INTRODUCTION DATALOGIC FALCON X3™ DESCRIPTION The new Datalogic Falcon mobile computer takes the Falcon’s industry leading form factor to the next level of performance in ergonomics, computing and ease of use. The Falcon continues the tradition of being a product suitable for warehouses and large retail stores while expanding its abilities into the toughest logistics environments.
  • Page 3 The Datalogic Firmware Utility is a powerful tool for upgrading Datalogic mobile computer firmware. Wavelink Avalanche™ provides a clear and complete view of the state of your Datalogic Mobile Computer assets. This powerful interface shows all the devices under management and the last time they have been updated at a glance.

  • Page 4: Model Description

    Falcon can be implemented with Wavelink CE Secure and Wavelink Certificate Manager. Wavelink Communicator provides 100% client-side push-to-talk capabilities. MODEL DESCRIPTION The brand new Datalogic FALCON™ is available in different models depending on the options it is equipped with. All options are listed below: •...

  • Page 5: Package Contents

    − 1 Windows Mobile/ CE End User License Agreement (depending on models)1 Keypad overlay Any other packages will contain the accessories necessary for the Datalogic FALCON™ connection to the host computer and to the network: the cradle, one or more connection cables.

  • Page 6: Inserting A Microsd Card

    INSERTING A MICRO SD CARD Datalogic FALCON™ provides the possibility to add a Micro SD memory storage card. To access the Micro SD card slot and insert the card, proceed as follows: 1. Turn off the Datalogic FALCON™. 2. Press the latch release and lift the battery from the enclosure, as indicated in the figure below:...
  • Page 7 b. Shift the cardholder to the right and then pull it up; insert the Micro SD card with the written part upward. c. Lock the card into place by pushing the cardholder down and then shifting it to the left; pull the locking plate down.
  • Page 8 INSTALLING THE SIM CARD DELETE THIS SECTION To correctly insert the SIM Card, proceed as follows: Turn off the Datalogic FALCON™. Press the latch release button and pull the latch down, as indicated in the figure below: Remove the cover and the battery pack, then open the SIM card slot by pulling up the locking...
  • Page 9 Shift the cardholder to the left and then pull it up; insert the SIM Card with its contacts downward and its round corner at the bottom: Lock the card into place by pushing the cardholder down and then shifting it to the right. Pull the locking plate down.
  • Page 10 1.5.1 Removing the SIM Card Delete this section To remove the SIM card, follow the steps above to access the SIM area, and remove it from its slot. All the basic functionalities normally associated to the SIM card are managed by the terminal (GPRS connectivity, phone calls, SMS handling).
  • Page 11 94ACCxxxx Belt Holster, FalconX3 94ACCxxxx Handle, FalconX3 94ACCxxxx Stylus, Integrated, FalconX3 (5pcs) Use only a Datalogic Mobile-approved power supply and cables. Use of an alternative power supply will invalidate any approval given to this device and may be dangerous. NOTE...

  • Page 12: Regulatory Statements

    This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.’ “The User is cautioned that changes or modifications not expressly approved by Datalogic for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.” SAR COMPLIANCE “This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an...

  • Page 13: Batteries And Maintenance

    It is possible to recharge the battery pack by connecting the power supply directly to the Datalogic FALCON™. Alternatively, it is also possible to recharge the battery pack by using a Single Cradle or the Datalogic FALCON™ Multi Battery Charger.
  • Page 14 Datalogic FALCON™ is disconnected from power supply before NOTE the charging cycle is completed. The Datalogic FALCON™ could get warm during charging, this is normal and does not mean a malfunction. NOTE Use only a USB-IF compliant USB port as a charging source.

  • Page 15: Replacing The Battery Pack

    REPLACING THE BATTERY PACK To correctly replace the battery pack, proceed as follows. 1. Turn off the Datalogic FALCON™. 2. Press the latch release and lift battery from the enclosure as indicated in the figure below: Install the new battery pack, first insert the top end, then the latch side as indicated in the following...
  • Page 16 Using the battery pack in this manner may also result in a loss of performance and a shortened life expectancy. Use only a Datalogic Mobile approved power supply. The use of an alternative power supply will void the product warranty, may cause product damage and may cause heat, explode or ignite.
  • Page 17 ON/OFF key). In this case, either substitute the battery pack with a charged one (sufficiently charged) or insert Datalogic FALCON™ into a powered cradle or plug it into the direct power supply. To achieve the best battery life, turn off the radios not in use.

  • Page 18: Cleaning The Mobile Computer

    Periodically clean the Datalogic FALCON™ with a slightly dampened cloth CONNECTIONS USB CONNECTION You can use any standard mini USB cable to directly connect the Datalogic FALCON™ to a host computer to transfer data through the USB interface. Key: A) Host Computer C) Datalogic FALCON™...
  • Page 19 Connection through the cradle is compliant to 2.0 USB standard. NOTE The actual data transfer speed can be appreciably lower than the maximum theoretical speed. NOTE...

  • Page 20: Connection To Usb Peripherals

    CONNECTION TO USB PERIPHERALS You can use a standard A (4 pin female) to mini A (5 pin male) USB cable to connect the Datalogic FALCON™ to a keyboard or a memory. For all these devices maximum current withdrawal must be below 100mA.
  • Page 21 The actual data transfer speed can be appreciably lower than the maximum theoretical speed. NOTE RS232 CONNECTION You can use a cable to directly connect the Datalogic FALCON™ to a host computer to transfer data through the RS232 interface. Key: A) Host Computer C) Datalogic FALCON™...
  • Page 22 If the mobile computer supports Windows Mobile, before plugging the RS232 cable you have to check the 'COM1 Enable' option on the 'System, Configuration' window. (Start -> Programs -> System Configuration). CAUTION...

  • Page 23: Wlan Connection

    WLAN CONNECTION Datalogic FALCON™ 802.11a/b/g radio models can communicate with the host using the on-board radio frequency component and an Access Point connected to the host computer. For models using the 802.11g radio, you can find information about the applet for radio configuration: http://www.summitdatacom.com/SCU.htm.
  • Page 24 Area coverage and radio performance may vary, due to environmental conditions, access points types or interference caused by other devices (microwave ovens, radio transmitters, etc.) NOTE In case of heavy usage the Datalogic FALCON™ could get warm, this is normal and does not mean a malfunction. NOTE...

  • Page 25: Wpan Connection

    WPAN CONNECTION Datalogic FALCON™ mobile computer models with Bluetooth® can communicate with other Bluetooth® enabled devices, such as a printer, within a range of 10 m, using the onboard Bluetooth® module. Key: A) Datalogic FALCON™ B) Bluetooth® printer In order to avoid wasting energy, the Bluetooth®...

  • Page 26: Wwan Connection

    WWAN CONNECTION Datalogic FALCON™ GSM models enhance your connectivity solutions giving you an opening to an international wireless infrastructure that is the global standard. GSM (Global System for Mobile communications) is a digital mobile phone system based on TDMA; it utilizes the 850, 900, 1800 and 1900 MHz bands.
  • Page 27 NOTE During a call, you can set the speaker volume by moving the joystick up and down. NOTE In case of heavy usage the Datalogic FALCON™ could get warm, this is normal and does not mean a malfunction. NOTE...

  • Page 28: Connection Cables

    CONNECTION CABLES RS232 Direct Connection: 94A051022 WIN-NET SERIAL CAB (HRS ST40x-18S-CV) Datalogic Memor™ HOST/PC side side 9-pin (female) Power Supply Polarity: VEXT...

  • Page 29: Wireless And Radio Frequencies Warnings

    RF signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be WARNIN shielded against the RF signals generated by Datalogic FALCON™. Datalogic recommends persons with pacemakers or other medical devices to follow the same recommendations provided WARNIN by Health Industry Manufacturers Associations for mobile phones.
  • Page 30 these areas instruct you to do so. WARNIN Hospitals or health care facilities may use equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy. RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. WARNIN Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle.
  • Page 31 Communications applet (see par. Error! Reference source not found.). CONNECTIONS USB CONNECTION You can use any standard mini USB cable to directly connect the Datalogic FALCON™ to a host computer to transfer data through the USB interface. Key: A) Host Computer C) Datalogic FALCON™...
  • Page 32 In this case the power supply is only necessary for battery charging. Insert the power supply plug into the power jack on the base of the cradle and attach the power supply to a power outlet. Connection through the cradle is compliant to 2.0 USB standard. NOTE The actual data transfer speed can be appreciably lower than the maximum theoretical speed.
  • Page 33 CONNECTION TO USB PERIPHERALS You can use a standard A (4 pin female) to mini A (5 pin male) USB cable to connect the Datalogic FALCON™ to a keyboard or a memory. For all these devices maximum current withdrawal must be below 100mA.
  • Page 34 The actual data transfer speed can be appreciably lower than the maximum theoretical speed. NOTE RS232 CONNECTION You can use a cable to directly connect the Datalogic FALCON™ to a host computer to transfer data through the RS232 interface. Key: A) Host Computer C) Datalogic FALCON™...
  • Page 35 If the mobile computer supports Windows Mobile, before plugging the RS232 cable you have to check the 'COM1 Enable' option on the 'System, Configuration' window. (Start -> Programs -> System Configuration). CAUTION...
  • Page 36 WLAN CONNECTION Datalogic FALCON™ 802.11a/b/g radio models can communicate with the host using the on-board radio frequency component and an Access Point connected to the host computer. For models using the 802.11g radio, you can find information about the applet for radio configuration: http://www.summitdatacom.com/SCU.htm.
  • Page 37 Area coverage and radio performance may vary, due to environmental conditions, access points types or interference caused by other devices (microwave ovens, radio transmitters, etc.) NOTE In case of heavy usage the Datalogic FALCON™ could get warm, this is normal and does not mean a malfunction. NOTE...
  • Page 38 WPAN CONNECTION Datalogic FALCON™ mobile computer models with Bluetooth® can communicate with other Bluetooth® enabled devices, such as a printer, within a range of 10 m, using the onboard Bluetooth® module. Key: C) Datalogic FALCON™ D) Bluetooth® printer In order to avoid wasting energy, the Bluetooth®...
  • Page 39 WWAN CONNECTION Datalogic FALCON™ GSM models enhance your connectivity solutions giving you an opening to an international wireless infrastructure that is the global standard. GSM (Global System for Mobile communications) is a digital mobile phone system based on TDMA; it utilizes the 850, 900, 1800 and 1900 MHz bands.
  • Page 40 NOTE During a call, you can set the speaker volume by moving the joystick up and down. NOTE In case of heavy usage the Datalogic FALCON™ could get warm, this is normal and does not mean a malfunction. NOTE...
  • Page 41 CONNECTION CABLES RS232 Direct Connection: 94A051022 WIN-NET SERIAL CAB (HRS ST40x-18S-CV) Datalogic Memor™ HOST/PC side side 9-pin (female) Power Supply Polarity: VEXT...
  • Page 42 RF signals. However, certain electronic equipment may not be WARNIN shielded against the RF signals generated by Datalogic FALCON™. Datalogic recommends persons with pacemakers or other medical devices to follow the same recommendations provided WARNIN by Health Industry Manufacturers Associations for mobile phones.
  • Page 43 these areas instruct you to do so. WARNIN Hospitals or health care facilities may use equipment that could be sensitive to external RF energy. RF signals may affect improperly installed or inadequately shielded electronic systems in motor vehicles. WARNIN Check with the manufacturer or its representative regarding your vehicle.

  • Page 44: Maintenance

    NOTE The battery icon on the Taskbar indicates when the battery pack is low. It is possible to recharge the battery pack by connecting the power supply directly to the Datalogic FALCON™. Alternatively, it is also possible to recharge the battery pack by using a Single Cradle.
  • Page 45 Do not use the Datalogic FALCON™ until batteries are charged for minimum 4 hours. CAUTI Even if the storage temperature range is wider, In order to achieve the longest battery life, store the terminal and the spare batteries between 20 to 30 ºC (68 to 86 ºF).
  • Page 46 REPLACING THE BATTERY PACK To correctly replace the battery pack, proceed as follows. 3. Turn off the Datalogic FALCON™. 4. Press the latch release button and pull the battery latch down as indicated in the figure below: 5. Remove the cover and the battery pack.
  • Page 47 Using the battery pack in this manner may also result in a loss of performance and a shortened life expectancy. Use only a Datalogic Mobile approved power supply. The use of an alternative power supply will void the product warranty, may cause product damage and may cause heat, explode or ignite.
  • Page 48 ON/OFF key). In this case, either substitute the battery pack with a charged one (sufficiently charged) or insert Datalogic FALCON™ into a powered cradle or plug it into the direct power supply. To achieve the best battery life, turn off the radios not in use.
  • Page 49 CLEANING THE MOBILE COMPUTER Periodically clean the Datalogic FALCON™ with a slightly dampened cloth. TECHNICAL FEATURES TECHNICAL DATA Datalogic FALCON™ Common Features PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS 802.11b/g / Batch models: 15.2 x 5.5 x 4.0 cm / 5.9 x 2.2 DIMENSIONS x 1.6 in (LXWXH) EDGE models: 16.5 x 5.5 x...
  • Page 50 * Battery must be charged at a temperature ranging from 0° to +40 °C. For the GSM models the maximum recommended temperature is +35°C. At higher values the charging may slow down. Close to the limits of the working temperature, some display and/or battery performance degradation may occur. When the battery is exhausted, the GSM turns off and it is not working until the battery is charged or changed.
  • Page 51 SYSTEM Windows CE 5.0 Professional/ OPERATING Windows Mobile 6.1 SYSTEM Professional ™ MICROPROCESSO Marvell XScale PXA 310 624 SYSTEM RAM 128 MB MEMORY SYSTEM FLASH 256 MB MEMORY POWER SUPPLY DC Supply 5 V ± 5% 1 cell Li-Pol or Li-Ion 1100 mAh@3.7 V (nominal) Battery Pack Alternatively 1 cell Li-Pol or Li-...
  • Page 52 READING OPTIONS LASER CHARACTERISTICS SCANNING RATE - 104 ± 12 scan/sec BIDIRECTIONAL MAXIMUM RESOLUTION 0.10 mm / 4 mils SKEW ANGLE ± 50° PITCH ANGLE ± 65° VLD, wavelength AIMING LASER 630~680 nm UPC A, UPC E, EAN 8, EAN 13, Code 39, Code 39 Full ASCII, Code 32, Interleaved 2 of 5, BAR CODES...

  • Page 53: Laser Classification

    Postal codes: POSTNET, PLANET, Japan Post, Australia Post, KIX Code, Royal Mail Code (RM4SCC), Intelligent mail, UPU FICS Laser: Class 2 LASER CLASSIFICATION Safety class: N 60825- 1:2001 Led (Illuminator): Class LED CLASSIFICATION ILLUMINATION SYSTEM LEDs 620~630 nm...

  • Page 54: Reading Diagrams

    READING DIAGRAMS Datalogic FALCON™ 1D Typical Reading Diagram - Reading Zones (10° skew angle) 1,00 mm (40 mils) 0,35 mm 1,4 mm 0,50 mm (14 mils) (55 mils) (20 mils) 0,25 mm (10 mils) 0,19 mm (7,5 mils) 0,13 mm...

  • Page 55: Technical Features

    Code 39 5.0 mil Code 39 3.0 mil Code 39 TECHNICAL FEATURES TECHNICAL DATA Datalogic FALCON™ Common Features PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS 802.11b/g / Batch models: 15.2 x 5.5 x 4.0 cm / 5.9 x 2.2 DIMENSIONS x 1.6 in (LXWXH) EDGE models: 16.5 x 5.5 x 4.0 cm / 6.5 x 2.2 x 1.6 in...
  • Page 56 23 Plastic Top - Backlit Keys KEYBOARD + Joystick + lateral ON/OFF key OPERATING 0° to +50 °C / 32 °F to +122 TEMPERATURE* °F STORAGE -20° to +70 °C / -4° to +158 °F TEMPERATURE 10 to 80% non condensing for HUMIDITY** temperatures <...
  • Page 57 SYSTEM Windows CE 5.0 Professional/ OPERATING Windows Mobile 6.1 SYSTEM Professional ™ MICROPROCESSO Marvell XScale PXA 310 624 SYSTEM RAM 128 MB MEMORY SYSTEM FLASH 256 MB MEMORY POWER SUPPLY DC Supply 5 V ± 5% 1 cell Li-Pol or Li-Ion 1100 mAh@3.7 V (nominal) Battery Pack Alternatively 1 cell Li-Pol or Li-...
  • Page 58 READING OPTIONS LASER CHARACTERISTICS SCANNING RATE - 104 ± 12 scan/sec BIDIRECTIONAL MAXIMUM RESOLUTION 0.10 mm / 4 mils SKEW ANGLE ± 50° PITCH ANGLE ± 65° VLD, wavelength AIMING LASER 630~680 nm UPC A, UPC E, EAN 8, EAN 13, Code 39, Code 39 Full ASCII, Code 32, Interleaved 2 of 5, BAR CODES...
  • Page 59 Postal codes: POSTNET, PLANET, Japan Post, Australia Post, KIX Code, Royal Mail Code (RM4SCC), Intelligent mail, UPU FICS Laser: Class 2 LASER CLASSIFICATION Safety class: N 60825- 1:2001 Led (Illuminator): Class LED CLASSIFICATION ILLUMINATION SYSTEM LEDs 620~630 nm...
  • Page 60 READING DIAGRAMS Datalogic FALCON™ 1D Typical Reading Diagram - Reading Zones (10° skew angle) 1,00 mm (40 mils) 0,35 mm 1,4 mm 0,50 mm (14 mils) (55 mils) (20 mils) 0,25 mm (10 mils) 0,19 mm (7,5 mils) 0,13 mm...
  • Page 61 Datalogic FALCON™ SE4500-DL Typical Reading Diagram - Reading Zones (10° skew angle) 13 mil 20 mil UPC-A Code 39 10 mil 15 mil 6.67 mil PDF417 PDF417 PDF417 5.0 mil 7.5 mil PDF417 Code 39 5.0 mil Code 39 3.0 mil...

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