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  • Page 1 User's Manual CN3 Mobile Computer...
  • Page 2 The information contained herein is provided solely for the purpose of allowing customers to operate and ser- vice Intermec-manufactured equipment and is not to be released, reproduced, or used for any other purpose without written permission of Intermec Technologies Corporation.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Introducing the CN3 Mobile Computer ........
  • Page 4 Customizing Your CN3 Computer ........33...
  • Page 5 Developing Applications for the Computer ........70 Packaging Applications for the CN3 Computer....... . . 70...
  • Page 6 Troubleshooting Your CN3 Computer ........
  • Page 7 Connecting to a Bluetooth Headset......108 Configuring Bluetooth Using Intermec Settings ......109 Connecting with Bluetooth .
  • Page 8 ............... . 157 viii PRELIMINARY - CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual...

  • Page 9: Before You Begin

    Visit the Intermec web site at www.intermec.com to download our current manuals (in PDF). To order printed versions of the Intermec manuals, con- tact your local Intermec representative or distributor. Visit the Intermec technical knowledge base (Knowledge Central) at intermec.custhelp.com to review technical information or to request technical support for your Intermec product.

  • Page 10: Who Should Read This Manual

    This document provides you with information about the features of the CN3 Computer, and how to install, configure, operate, maintain, and troubleshoot it. Before you work with the CN3 Computer, you should be familiar with your network and general networking terms, such as IP address. Related Documents This table contains a list of related Intermec documents and their part numbers.

  • Page 11: Patent Information

    2 Click Service & Support > Manuals. 3 In the Select a Product field, choose the product whose documentation you want to download. To order printed versions of the Intermec manuals, contact your local Intermec representative or distributor. Patent Information This product is protected by one or more of the following patents: 4882476;...
  • Page 12 Before You Begin PRELIMINARY - CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual...

  • Page 13: Using The Computer

    Using the Computer This chapter introduces the CN3 Mobile Computer, developed by Inter- mec to enhance wireless connectivity needs and contains hardware and soft- ware configuration information to assist you in making the most out of your CN3 Computer. Note: Desktop icons and applet icons are shown to the left. Any place that Start is mentioned, tap the following Windows icon in the top, left corner of your CN3 desktop.

  • Page 14: Introducing The Cn3 Mobile Computer

    Use this manual to understand how to use the features and options avail- able on the CN3 Computer. CN3 Computers with an IEEE 802.11b/g radio installed are Wi-Fir certi- fied for interoperability with other 802.11b/g wireless LAN devices. PRELIMINARY - CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual...

  • Page 15: Learning Software Build Versions

    In addition to storing applications and data files, you do have the option to store a persistent registry to the SSPB region. To check to see if your CN3 Computer has the latest SSPB or operating system build, do the following: 1 Select Start >...

  • Page 16: Scanning Bar Codes

    Using the 2D imager is like taking a picture with a digital camera. Scan button 1 Press the power switch to turn on the CN3 Computer, point the scanner window a few inches from the bar code label, and hold steady.
  • Page 17 Chapter 1 — Using the Computer When the CN3 Computer successfully reads a bar code label, a high beep is emitted and the Scan LED lights briefly. Good Scan LED 3 Release the Scan button. If you have problems scanning a bar code with the 2D imager, try following some of these tips to improve the performance of your imager: •...

  • Page 18: Reading Distances

    Contact your Intermec representative for more information. The minimum standard reading distances for CN3 Computers built with integrated scan engines are shown on the next pages. When correctly mounted, an exit window reduces reading distances by about 4%.

  • Page 19: Using The Batteries

    2.2 A Hr, 3.7 VDC; and extended packs are of 4.0 A Hr, 3.7 VDC. You must fully charge the battery before you can use the CN3 Com- puter. When you change the battery, a backup battery (super capacitor) maintains your status, memory, and real-time clock for at least 5 minutes.

  • Page 20: Maximizing Battery Life

    • a CN3 Single Dock • a CN3 Multidock, either charge-only or Ethernet • a Cigarette Lighter Adapter To install the battery, insert the tabs on the charged battery into the CN3 Computer and snap the battery into place. Maximizing Battery Life Below are things that you can do to maximize the life of your battery.

  • Page 21: Adjusting The Beeper

    1 Tap Start > Settings > the Personal tab > the Sounds & Notifica- tions icon, then tap the Sounds tab. 2 Check for which features the CN3 Computer should enable sounds, then tap ok to close. CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual - PRELIMINARY...

  • Page 22: Disabling The Beeper

    3 Tap the Volume icon at the top of the screen, tap On, then move the slider bar to your desired level. If your CN3 Computer comes with a phone, then be sure to use the left slider bar for the volume and the right slider bar for the phone.

  • Page 23: Using The Keypad

    (IDL) for information about data collection functions. The IDL is available as a download from the Intermec web site at www.intermec.com/idl. Con- tact your Intermec representative for more information. Tap Start > Settings > the System tab > the Intermec Settings icon to access the applet. Using the Keypad Your CN3 Computer has either of the following keypad overlay options: •...

  • Page 24: Using The Color-Coded Keys

    You press and release the first key, then press and release the second key to access the color-coded character or function printed above a key. Note that there are several hidden characters (such as < or >) on each CN3 keypad that require using the color-coded keys to access them.

  • Page 25: Software Tools

    Toolbar Desktop Taskbar Your CN3 Computer has a stylus for selecting items and entering informa- tion. Use the stylus in place of a mouse. Touch the screen once with the stylus to select options, close appli- cations, launch applications, or launch menus from the taskbar.

  • Page 26: Using The Speakers

    Chapter 1 — Using the Computer Using the Speakers The high-volume speaker on the back and the top of the CN3 Computer, is capable of variable volume levels. This speaker is capable of reproducing voice and WAV files, and is used primarily to convey status tones. There is a separate volume control in the toolbar at the top of the display.

  • Page 27: Using The Status Leds

    Tap On, then move the system volume slider to the desired volume level. Up is louder, down is quieter. If your CN3 Computer comes with a phone, then be sure to use the left slider bar for the volume and the right slider bar for the phone.

  • Page 28: Using The Storage Card

    The screws to this door must be in place to ensure normal operation. To Insert the Mini-SD Card 1 Press the power switch to suspend the CN3 Computer, then remove the battery pack from the back of the CN3 Computer.

  • Page 29: Setting The Vibrator

    Chapter 1 — Using the Computer Setting the Vibrator To set your CN3 Computer to vibrate, tap the Volume icon at the top of the screen, then tap Vibrate. If your CN3 Computer has a built-in phone, this sets both the volume and the phone to vibrate. Note the icon change.

  • Page 30: Wireless Network Support

    USB host connector. Belt Use this item to carry your CN3 Computer if it has either a 1D linear imager or a 2D imager, and also accommodates a handle. This supports either right- or left-handed use.

  • Page 31: Physical And Environmental Specifications

    128, Interleaved 2 of 5, Macro 2 of 5, Matrix 2 of 5, Maxicode, Micro PDF417, MSI, PDF417, Planet, Plessey, Postnet, QR Code, RSS 14, RSS Expanded, RSS Limited, Telepen, TLC39, UCC-EAN Composite Code, UPC/EAN Standard Communications USB host, USB client, Bluetooth, 802.11b/g, GPRS, CDMA, GPS CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual - PRELIMINARY...
  • Page 32 (3.5 in) diagonal active area; 5-level LED backlight control with settings Regulatory Approvals UL and cUL Listed, UL 60950 and UL 1604 and CSA 22.2 No. 157, FCC Part 15, TUV, CE mark PRELIMINARY - CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual...

  • Page 33: Windows Mobile

    Below is a list of Windows Mobile components described in this chapter. Tap Start > Help, then select a topic on your CN3 Computer to find addi- tional information on Windows Mobile components. Windows Mobile 5.0 Components...

  • Page 34: Software Builds

    Where to Find Information This chapter describes your CN3 Computer hardware, provides an over- view of the programs on your CN3 Computer, and explains how to con- nect your CN3 Computer to a desktop, a network, or the Internet. For instructions on setting up your CN3 Computer and installing ActiveSync, see the Quick Start Guide.

  • Page 35: Today Screen

    Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Today Screen When you turn on your CN3 Computer for the first time each day (or after four hours of inactivity), you see the Today screen. You can also display it by tapping the Start flag at the top left of your display and then Today. On the Today screen, you can see important information for the day.

  • Page 36: Navigation Bar And Command Bar

    Internet. Send and receive e-mail messages. Keep track of your tasks. Play digital audio and video files that are stored on your CN3 Computer or on a network. Navigation Bar and Command Bar The navigation bar is located at the top of the screen.

  • Page 37: Notifications

    Computer. For more information on ActiveSync, see ActiveSync Help on your desktop. Typing Using the input panel, enter typed text into the CN3 Computer. Do this by tapping keys on the onscreen keyboard or by using handwriting recognition software. Writing Using the stylus, write directly on the screen.

  • Page 38: Typing With The Onscreen Keyboard

    Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile The more you use your CN3 Computer, the more it learns to anticipate. Tap a text box to display the input panel Tap to insert anticipated word Tap characters on the onscreen keyboard to enter them To change word suggestion options, such as the number of words suggested at one time, tap Start >...

  • Page 39: Using Block Recognizer

    Using Block Recognizer Character recognition software gives you a fast and easy method for enter- ing information in any program on your CN3 Computer. Letters, num- bers, and punctuation you write are translated into typed text. Tap the input panel arrow, then tap Block Recognizer. Write a letter in the box.

  • Page 40: Selecting Typed Text

    If you accidentally write on the screen, tap Menu > Undo and try again. You can also select text by tapping the Pen icon to deselect it and then dragging the stylus across the screen. PRELIMINARY - CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual...

  • Page 41: Converting Writing To Text

    • Write on the lines and draw descenders below the line. Write the cross of the “t” and apostrophes below the top line so they are not confused with the word above. Write periods and commas above the baseline. CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual - PRELIMINARY...

  • Page 42: Drawing On The Screen

    Menu > Zoom. Recognition is not good under a 150% zoom. • Write the letters of a word closely and leave big gaps between words so that the CN3 Computer can easily tell where words begin and end. • Hyphenated words, foreign words that use special characters such as accents, and some punctuation cannot be converted.

  • Page 43: Recording A Message

    Tap Menu > View Recording Toolbar to add the recording toolbar to the bottom of the screen. 1 Hold the CN3 Computer’s microphone near your mouth or source of sound. 2 Tap the red circle to start your recording.

  • Page 44: Finding And Organizing Information

    Finding and Organizing Information You can use the File Explorer to find files on the CN3 Computer, and orga- nize these files into folders, and move files using the cut or copy-and-paste methods. Tap Start > Programs > the File Explorer icon.

  • Page 45: Customizing Your Cn3 Computer

    To adjust settings to fit the way you work, tap Start > Settings > either the Personal tab or the System tab located at the bottom of the screen. Note: The Phone applet in the Personal tab is available only on CN3 Computers with built-in phones.
  • Page 46 • If the file is not an installer, an error message stating that the program is valid but it is designed for a different type of computer is displayed. Move this file to your CN3 Computer. If you cannot find any instal- lation instructions for the program in the Read Me file or documenta- tion, use ActiveSync Explore to copy the program file to the Program Files folder on your CN3 Computer.
  • Page 47 If you do not see the program listed, you can either use File Explorer on the CN3 Computer to move the program to the Start Menu folder, or use ActiveSync on the desktop to create a shortcut to the program and place the shortcut in the Start Menu folder.

  • Page 48: Microsoft Activesync

    My Documents by default, then My Device to see a list of all folders on the CN3 Computer). Tap and hold the program and tap Cut on the pop-up menu. Open the Start Menu folder located in the Win- dows folder, tap and hold a blank area of the window, and tap Paste on the pop-up menu.
  • Page 49 CN3 Computer. After installation is complete, the ActiveSync Setup Wizard helps you con- nect your CN3 Computer to your desktop, set up a partnership so you can synchronize information between your CN3 Computer and your desktop, and customize your synchronization settings. Your first synchronization process automatically begins when finished using the wizard.

  • Page 50: Microsoft Pocket Outlook

    Microsoft Exchange server. Each time you synchronize, ActiveSync compares the changes you made on your CN3 Computer and desktop or server and updates both computers with the latest information. For information on using Active- Sync, see ActiveSync Help on the desktop.

  • Page 51: Synchronizing Calendar

    Use categories to group related tasks, contacts, and appointments. Then, use these groupings to quickly display only the information you want. For example, you can easily share your CN3 Computer with another by assign- ing your appointments to a category with a special project’s name. You can then use this category to filter Calendar and only display appointments for that project.

  • Page 52: What's An All Day Event

    Calendar; they appear in banners at the top of the calendar. Note: You cannot modify or create all-day events with attendees on the CN3 Computer. If you create all day events with attendees on your desk- top, use ActiveSync to copy such events to the CN3 Computer, then view them in Calendar.

  • Page 53: What's A Recurrence Pattern

    Free, a hollow square is displayed. This displays a morning appointment This displays an all-day event not marked “Free” This displays appointments in morning and afternoon This displays an afternoon appointment Tap this to access the Year view CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual - PRELIMINARY...

  • Page 54: Creating Or Changing An Appointment

    Day or Agenda, tap the event listed at the top of the calendar, then tap Edit. Change any appointment detail by tapping it and entering the new information. 1 Tap Menu > New Appointment. 2 Tap All Day, then select Yes. PRELIMINARY - CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual...

  • Page 55: Setting A Reminder For An Appointment

    Chapter 2 — Windows Mobile Tap to select “Yes” or “No” for the all-day event You cannot modify or create all day events with attendees on the CN3 Computer. If you create all-day events with attendees on your desktop, use ActiveSync to copy such events to the CN3 Computer.

  • Page 56: Adding A Note To An Appointment

    > the Personal tab > the Sounds & Notifications icon. Adding a Note to an Appointment You can add written or typed notes and even recordings (if your CN3 Computer supports recordings) to an appointment. This is a good place for maps, drawings, and other detailed information.

  • Page 57: Making An Appointment Recurring

    3 To create a new category, tap New, enter the category name, then tap Done. The new category is automatically checked in the list. 4 Tap ok to return to the appointment. A check mark indicates a selected category CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual - PRELIMINARY...

  • Page 58: Sending A Meeting Request

    4 Messaging automatically creates a meeting request and sends it to the attendees the next time you synchronize with your desktop. Textual notes entered in the Notes tab (excluding writing) are also sent. To remove a person, highlight that person, then tap Delete PRELIMINARY - CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual...

  • Page 59: Finding An Appointment

    Changing Calendar Options In the calendar, tap Menu > Options, tap either tap, make your changes, then tap ok to return to the calendar. • Tap the General tab to change the calendar view. CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual - PRELIMINARY...

  • Page 60: Contacts: Tracking Friends And Colleagues

    Selected icons are in black. Contacts: Tracking Friends and Colleagues To switch to Contacts on the CN3 Computer, tap Start > Contacts. Contacts maintains a list of your friends and colleagues so that you can eas- ily find the information you are looking for, whether you are at home or on the road.

  • Page 61: Synchronizing Contacts

    Scroll to see more fields Use Notes to include maps and directions Synchronizing Contacts Contacts stored on your CN3 Computer can be synchronized with Out- look contacts stored on your desktop or with Mobile Information Server 2002 or later. New items entered in one location are copied to the other during synchro- nization.

  • Page 62: Creating Or Changing A Contact

    Tap outside the box to close and return to details Adding a Note to a Contact You can add written or typed notes and even recordings (if your CN3 Computer supports recordings) to a contact. Notes are handy for maps and drawings.

  • Page 63: Assigning A Contact To A Category

    To send an SMS (Short Messaging Service) message, you must have an SMS number for the contact, which is usually the mobile phone number. CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual - PRELIMINARY...

  • Page 64: Finding A Contact

    Deleting a Contact Press and hold a contact for a pop-up menu, select Delete Contact, then select Yes; or if a contact is already highlighted, tap Menu > Delete Con- tact, then select Yes. PRELIMINARY - CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual...

  • Page 65: Changing Contacts Options

    Contacts list. Tasks: Keeping a To Do List To switch to Tasks on your CN3 Computer, tap Start > Tasks. Use Tasks to keep track of what you have to do. A variety of task informa- tion can display on the Today screen.

  • Page 66: Synchronizing Tasks

    For information, see ActiveSync Help on the desktop. Notes: Capturing Thoughts and Ideas To switch to Notes on your CN3 Computer, tap Start > Programs > the Notes icon. Note for future access, this is added to your Start menu in the Recent Pro- grams area, via Start >...

  • Page 67: Creating A Note

    • Drawing Using the stylus, draw directly on the screen. • Typing Using the input panel, enter typed text into the CN3 Computer. Do this by tapping keys on the onscreen keyboard or by using handwriting rec- ognition software. • Recording Create a stand-alone recording or embed a recording into a note.

  • Page 68: Messaging: Sending And Receiving E-Mail Messages

    ActiveSync Help on the desktop. Note: When you delete or change an item on either your desktop or the CN3 Computer, the item is changed or deleted in the other location the next time you synchronize.

  • Page 69: Managing E-Mail Messages And Folders

    Exchange or Outlook and then sent from those programs. • The messages on the two computers are linked. When you delete a mes- sage on your CN3 Computer, it is deleted from your desktop the next time you synchronize.

  • Page 70: Connecting To A Mail Server

    Messages that you receive directly from an e-mail server are linked to your e-mail server rather than your desktop. When you delete a message on your CN3 Computer, it is also deleted from the e-mail server the next time you connect based on the settings selected in ActiveSync.

  • Page 71: Composing And Sending Messages

    Even when a message has downloaded fully, these numbers may differ because the size of a message can vary between the server and the CN3 Computer.

  • Page 72: Companion Programs

    Word (.DOC), Pocket Word (.PSW), Rich Text Format (.RTF), and Plain Text (.TXT). Word Mobile contains a list of files stored on your CN3 Computer. Tap a file in the list to open it. To delete, make copies of, and send files, tap and hold a file in the list, then, select the action on the pop-up menu.

  • Page 73: Typing Mode

    You can search a document to find text by tapping Menu > Edit > Find/Replace. Tap to return to the document list Tap and hold to see a pop-up menu Tap to format text CN3 Mobile Computer User’s Manual - PRELIMINARY...

  • Page 74: Writing Mode

    To synchronize files, first select the Files information type for synchronization in ActiveSync. When you select Files, the My Documents folder for the CN3 Computer is created on your desktop. Place all files you want to synchronize with the CN3 Computer in this folder. Password-pro- tected files cannot be synchronized.

  • Page 75: Creating A Workbook

    Templates folder. Excel Mobile contains a list of the files stored on your CN3 Computer. Tap a file in the list to open it. To delete, make copies of, send files, tap and hold a file in the list, then select the appropriate action from the menu.

  • Page 76: Powerpoint Mobile

    PC. Whether the presentation is opened from an e-mail message, downloaded from a file share or the Inter- net, copied to the CN3 Computer via a storage card, or obtained by syn- chronizing with your PC, slide shows created in *.PPT and *.PPS format with PowerPoint 97 and later can be viewed on your CN3 Computer.

  • Page 77: Windows Media Player For Windows Mobile

    Media, tap Start > Help, then select a topic. Use Microsoft Windows Media Player on your desktop to copy digital audio and video files to your CN3 Computer. You can play Windows Media and MP3 files on your Windows Mobile.

  • Page 78: Internet Explorer Mobile

    118. When connected to an ISP or network, you can also download files and programs from the Internet or intranet. To switch to Internet Explorer Mobile on your CN3 Computer, tap Start > Internet Explorer. Mobile Favorites Only items stored in the Mobile Favorites subfolder in the Favorites folder in Internet Explorer on your desktop are synchronized with your CN3 Computer.
  • Page 79 Internet Explorer on the desktop, right-click the mobile favorite, then click Properties. On the Download tab, specify the num- ber of links deep you want to download. To conserve CN3 Computer memory, go only one level deep. 8 Connect your CN3 Computer to your desktop. If synchronization between your CN3 Computer and desktop does not start, in ActiveSync on your desktop, click Sync.

  • Page 80: Using Internet Explorer Mobile

    Tap to add or remove a folder or link 3 The page that was downloaded the last time you synchronized with your desktop opens. If the page is not on your CN3 Computer, the favorite is dimmed. Synchronize with your desktop again to download the page to your CN3 Computer, or connect to the Internet to view the page.

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